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10/13/2025

Scott Hall and Kevin Nash were two of professional wrestling's most iconic figures, with a real-life friendship that translated into one of the most game-changing on-screen alliances in wrestling history. As the tag team "The Outsiders" and later as co-founders of the New World Order (nWo), they were a driving force behind the "Monday Night Wars" between WWE and WCW in the 1990s.

Before their jump to WCW, Hall (as Razor Ramon) and Nash (as Diesel) were top stars in the then-WWF and part of a notorious backstage group known as "The Kliq," which also included Shawn Michaels, Triple H, and Sean Waltman (Syxx/X-Pac). The group was known for its immense influence on storylines and for looking out for its own members.

Their most famous—or infamous—moment as a group came on May 19, 1996, at a non-televised WWF house show in Madison Square Garden. On his last night with the company, Nash wrestled Michaels in a steel cage match. At the end of the show, Hall and Triple H, also heels at the time, entered the ring and embraced their friends. This "Curtain Call" broke kayfabe and publicly confirmed their real-life camaraderie, a taboo act in wrestling at the time, which had long-reaching ramifications for the industry.

10/13/2025

Boris Malenko and Lord Montague aka Hans "The Great" Mortier

During their careers, the fearsome heels Boris Malenko and Hans "The Great" Mortier crossed paths and collaborated in the world of professional wrestling, notably in the Texas territory in the 1970s. While not as famously linked as some long-term tag teams, their alliance was a notable aspect of their respective tenures in regional promotions.

Billed as "The Great Malenko," the New Jersey native portrayed a Russian villain during the Cold War era, making him one of the most hated heels in territories like Florida and Texas

After retiring from active wrestling, Malenko became a renowned trainer, founding a school in Florida that taught future stars like his sons Dean and Joe Malenko, Sean "X-Pac" Waltman, and Bob Orton Jr..

His impact on the industry was posthumously recognized with a Legacy induction into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2018.

he Dutch-born Jacob "Jaap" Grobbe was a professional bodybuilder before becoming a wrestler. As Hans Mortier, he was a key antagonist for WWWF Champion Bruno Sammartino in the 1960s, a rivalry that included matches in venues like Madison Square Garden.

During his early WWWF run, Mortier was managed by the legendary Wild Red Berry. In 1970, when he was in NWA Big Time Wrestling in Texas, he adopted the new persona of "Lord Charles Montague".

10/12/2025

Terry Funk vs Boris Malenko Chain Match Amarillo 1972

During the rough-and-tumble "territory days" of wrestling, a match in Amarillo, Texas, captured the visceral, intensely personal nature of the era. In 1972, hometown hero Terry Funk went head-to-head with the menacing "Professor" Boris Malenko in a brutal chain match—a contest used to settle the most bitter of feuds.

This wasn't a standard wrestling match; the Texas Chain match was designed to be the definitive "blowoff" for a rivalry, forcing two bitter rivals to be physically tethered together. In the heart of the NWA's Western States Sports territory, the stakes were high and personal, with the Funks holding a powerful position as local legends. Malenko, a notorious heel and respected tough guy, served as the perfect villain for a blood-soaked brawl.

The atmosphere was electric as the two men were bound by a length of steel chain, which could be used as a weapon to inflict punishment and build heat. For a young Terry Funk, years before he became a hardcore icon in ECW and Japan, this was a formative moment that showcased his willingness to bleed and fight for his home turf. The crowd, passionate and partisan, added to the raucous environment, fueling the intensity with every crack of the chain.

The match itself was a messy, violent affair, driven more by animosity than by traditional wrestling moves. While the specific details are lost to time, the event remains a classic example of the kind of special attraction that kept regional promotions thriving. It highlighted the core of what made territory wrestling so compelling: intense, local feuds settled in the most punishing ways possible. For both Funk and Malenko, it was a memorable stop on their long and storied wrestling journeys.

10/12/2025

Dan Miller and Andre The Giant

10/12/2025

"The Mercenary of Mayhem" Bruiser Brody slugs away at occasional tag partner and opponent,Jimmy Snuka circa early-1980's

"The Mercenary of Mayhem" Bruiser Brody and "Superfly" Jimmy Snuka had a tempestuous relationship that swung between occasional tag team partners and vicious opponents in the early 1980s, primarily within the Japanese wrestling scene. A specific moment of Brody assaulting his partner Snuka highlights the unpredictable nature of their alliance.

In the early 1980s, both Brody and Snuka were prominent foreign competitors in All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW), where they were at times booked as allies. Their powerful pairing came to a head during a memorable 1982 Real World Tag League tournament match against the legendary Terry and Dory Funk Jr.. However, Brody's notoriously difficult personality and his unpredictable style led to internal strife.

During this match, Brody suddenly attacked Snuka, delivering a merciless beatdown on his unsuspecting tag team partner. This turn of events was so shocking and brutal that it effectively ended their alliance in AJPW.

10/12/2025

The Ultimate Warrior had two impactful reigns as the WWF Intercontinental Champion, showcasing his intense persona and setting the stage for his rise to the main event picture.

Warrior's initial Intercontinental Championship victory was a memorable moment at the inaugural SummerSlam in 1988, where he defeated The H***y Tonk Man in just 31 seconds, ending his record-setting reign.

He successfully defended the title for over 7 months before losing it to Rick Rude at WrestleMania V due to interference from Bobby Heenan. Warrior would regain the title from Rude at SummerSlam 1989, becoming a two-time Intercontinental Champion. He then held the title for another 7 months, famously entering WrestleMania VI as both the Intercontinental Champion and challenging Hulk Hogan for the WWF Championship in a title-for-title match.

Warrior emerged victorious, becoming the first wrestler to hold both the WWF Championship and the Intercontinental Championship simultaneously. However, due to storyline rules prohibiting one person from holding both titles, he was forced to vacate the Intercontinental Championship.

10/12/2025

Chris Markoff and Nikolai Volkoff with manger Lord Alfred Hayes

The trio of Chris Markoff, Nikolai Volkoff, and manager Lord Alfred Hayes created a brief but impactful "Imperial Russians" faction within Jim Crockett Promotions during the early 1980s. This alliance leveraged the Cold War's political climate to generate heat from patriotic American wrestling fans.

The team's reign and overall time together were relatively short-lived. They lost the titles later in 1981, and Markoff left the promotion by 1985. Hayes and Volkoff eventually moved on to other roles in the wrestling world, with Hayes becoming a beloved commentator and Volkoff finding a prominent run in the WWF.

Though not as famous as other Cold War-era tandems, the "Imperial Russians" served their purpose as a formidable and detestable heel stable. Hayes's aristocratic persona, combined with the brawn of Markoff and Volkoff, created a unique dynamic that contributed to the rich storytelling of the Mid-Atlantic territory.

10/11/2025

Robert "Bob" Backlund is a professional wrestler best known for his long and storied career in the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF), later renamed the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). A former amateur wrestling standout at North Dakota State University, his in-ring style combined legitimate grappling skills with a wholesome, all-American persona.

Paul Boesch was an influential figure in the territorial era of professional wrestling, primarily as a promoter and announcer in Houston, Texas. After his own wrestling career was cut short by a car accident, Boesch took on the role of promoter for Houston Wrestling.

10/11/2025

A former Quebec police officer who became a professional wrestler, Michel Pigeon (1944–1999) was better known by his menacing ring name, Joe LeDuc. Along with his kayfabe brother, Paul LeDuc, he debuted in 1968 and became notorious for his ferocious lumberjack gimmick. Joe LeDuc wrestled in the major territories of the 1970s and 1980s, gaining a reputation as one of the toughest and wildest wrestlers of his time.

Initially gaining fame as part of the LeDuc Brothers tag team, the duo feuded with the Rougeau family in Montreal and held the NWA Florida Tag Team Championship. When a legitimate injury forced Paul to retire, Joe continued his career in singles competition. His gimmick involved bringing a massive wooden log to the ring, and he became known for his wild, bloody brawls. One of his most shocking moments was on Memphis television in the 1970s, during a promo against Jerry Lawler, where he used an axe to cut his own arm.

LeDuc was a constant force throughout the Southern United States, having notable feuds with prominent wrestlers like Dusty Rhodes and Jerry "The King" Lawler. His career saw him win numerous championships in promotions across Florida, Tennessee, and the Mid-Atlantic. In one memorable angle, he teamed with Jerry Lawler only to betray him in a six-man tag match, restarting their long-running rivalry. LeDuc also took his act internationally, competing in Japan and New Zealand.

In the late 1980s, LeDuc had a brief stint in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) as "Butcher" LeDuc before a final return to Japan in 1989. He retired in 1995, concluding a championship-laden career with 32 titles. LeDuc appeared in the 1989 film No Holds Barred, which starred fellow professional wrestler Hulk Hogan. He died in 1999 due to a lung infection, having dealt with diabetes in his final years.

10/11/2025

Frank Donald Goodish (1946–1988) was an American professional wrestler who gained international fame under the ring name Bruiser Brody. His intense, wild brawling style and imposing size made him a major attraction during the territorial era of wrestling in the 1970s and 80s. Brody was a complex figure—a fiercely independent and unpredictable "wildman" inside the ring, yet a devoted family man away from the spotlight.

On July 16, 1988, Brody was scheduled to wrestle in Bayamón, Puerto Rico. Following a heated argument backstage, he was stabbed by fellow wrestler José González. Brody died from his injuries the following day at the age of 42.

10/11/2025

Blackjack Mulligan clamps in a nerve hold on Tony Atlas during a bout,back in 1982

In 1982, the towering Blackjack Mulligan, with his signature claw hold, was active in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). During this period, he notably faced off against another powerhouse wrestler, Tony Atlas, in a series of confrontations. While the specific instance of Mulligan using a nerve hold during a bout against Atlas in 1982 is not explicitly detailed in historical records, the two did have a storyline where Mulligan was a formidable opponent.

As a ruthless heel, Mulligan's tactics would often include submission holds like his feared "Claw" to weaken and subdue his opponents, much to the dismay of the crowd. In a hypothetical bout set in the early 1980s, Mulligan would likely employ a nerve hold on Atlas to gain an advantage. The powerful Atlas, known for his physique and strength, would struggle against the hold, creating a compelling David-and-Goliath-style narrative.

Imagine the scene: a packed arena, the roar of the crowd, as Mulligan applies the painful hold, his brawny hand digging into Atlas' neck. Atlas's face would contort with pain as he attempted to use his immense strength to break free. The referee would watch closely, ready to call the match if Atlas couldn't endure the pressure. The drama would build as Atlas, driven by a determination to overcome the dirty tactics of his opponent, finally manages to find the inner reserves of power to escape the hold.

10/10/2025

"The Universal Heartthrob" Austin Idol,Paul E.Dangerously and "Wildfire" Tommy Rich rejoice as they claim the hair of Jerry "The King" Lawler as well as his AWA Southern Heavyweight Championship back on April 27,1987 in Memphis,Tennessee

On April 27, 1987, at the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis, Tennessee, "The Universal Heartthrob" Austin Idol, managed by Paul E. Dangerously (Paul Heyman), defeated Jerry "The King" Lawler in a highly anticipated hair vs. hair steel cage match to win the AWA Southern Heavyweight Championship.

In a shocking swerve considered one of the greatest in Memphis wrestling history, "Wildfire" Tommy Rich, who had been hiding under the ring, interfered in the match, giving Lawler two piledrivers and enabling Idol to secure the pinfall victory. The outcome enraged the sold-out crowd of over 8,500 fans, who had come expecting to see Idol lose his hair. Following the match, Idol, Rich, and Dangerously brutally attacked Lawler, held him down in a chair, and a barber proceeded to shave his head, marking the first time "The King" had lost his hair in such a match. The legendary heat from the crowd led to debris being thrown into the cage, and some fans even attempted to climb into the ring to help Lawler.

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