144. Savio Vega

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The first WWE run of Juan Rivera was not an impressive one as he was cast as masked ninja named Kwang. When that persona thankfully ended, he was given the name of Savio Vega and embraced his Puerto Rican roots. The fit was perfect and for years, Savio Vega was a solid mid card performer for the WWE. After Vega left the WWE, and rehabbed his injuries he would again become a star in the Caribbean where he started his career. Vega is still performing, but he has reached the end of his runs in the American spotlight. Should Vega use his skills outside the ring (which he is more than capable of) on a higher profile, he could sneak into WWE Hall contention.

Should Savio Vega be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 51.9%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 24.1%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 16.5%

No opinion. - 1.3%

No way! - 6.3%

The Bullet Points

Other Aliases: Juan Rivera (Real Name)
T.N.T.
Kwang the Ninja
Billed From: Puerto Rico
Key Championships Held: WWC North American Heavyweight
WWC World Tag Team w/Mr. Pogo
WWC Caribbean Heavyweight (3)
WWC Television (5)
WWC Universal Heavyweight
IWA (Puerto Rico) Hardcore
IWA (Puerto Rico) World Heavyweight
IWA (Puerto Rico) w/Miguel Perez Jr.
Why they will get in: His mid-card run in the WWE was a very long one
Why they won't get in: Many believe career mid-carders should not be in the Hall of Fame.
Five Greatest Matches/Moments: 1. Wins the top prize in Puerto Rico, capturing the WWC Universal Heavyweight Crown (1/9/90)
2. Competes four times at the King of the Ring defeating I.R.S., Yokozuna and the Roadie before losing to Mabel in the finals (6/25/95)
3. Defeats Steve Austin in a Caribbean Strap Match at an In Your House PPV (5/26/96)
4. On the losing end of a high profile Six Man Street Fight at Wrestlemania 13 (3/27/97)
5. Was in the Main Event in the Eight Man Tag Team Match at the No Way Out PPV (2/15/98)