The Sheik
Next, we have one of the first establishes of the hardcore wrestling style. This successful Syrian wrestler laid many foundations in the wrestling industry. For an impressive 48 years, The Sheik was not only famous but extremely popular. He is also well known for the way in which he gripped his opponents in submission even after the referee counted down. The Sheik frequently used the ropes to get leverage, which is a ploy used by many wrestlers today.
The Sheik
Randy Orton
After defeating Chris Benoit, Randy Orton became the youngest World Heavyweight champion during the 2004 SummerSlam. During his successful wrestling career, Orton has challenged and won against many legendary wrestling icons. Randy Orton is in fact a third-generation professional wrestler and at 40 years old is still currently signed with WWE. His finishing move RKO is probably what makes him so incredible!
Randy Orton
