Seed: 77
Qualifying Credentials: 2x WWF/E Intercontinental Champion
25 year veteran began wrestling in the UK before debuting in WCW as Lord Steven Regal. Wrestled Antonio Inoki and Shinya Hashimoto while in WCW. Jumped to WWF, and was known first as "The Real Man's Man" Steve Regal before changing his name to William Regal. An accomplished trainer, having helped train CM Punk, Bryan Danielson, Samoa Joe, and Brian Kendrick.
Seed: 180
Qualifying Credentials: WWE US Champion (2012)
A standout on the independent scene for years under his real name, Claudio Castagnoli. Held independent tag gold across the nation with longtime tag partner Chris Hero (Kassius Ohno), as well as multiple singles titles. Came to WWE prominence in 2012, quickly winning the US Title hand holding it ever since.
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