The Iron Sheik
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WWE
The Iron Sheik
Legend (Deceased)IranMarch 15, 1942
Ended Bob Backlund's historic 6-year title run; Served as the ultimate top-tier antagonist to Hulk Hogan. 1x WWF World Heavyweight Champion, 1x WWF Tag Team Champion, 2005 WWE Hall of Fame Inductee. Career: 1972–2000. Style: Technical Matsmith. Finisher: Camel Clutch. Tenure: WWF/WWE (1979-1980, 1983-1987, 1991-1992).
Career Statistics
style
Technical Matsmith
tenure
WWF/WWE (1979-1980, 1983-1987, 1991-1992)
finisher
Camel Clutch
height_cm
183
career_end
2000
career_start
1972
Major Achievements & Accolades
- Ended Bob Backlund's historic 6-year title run; Served as the ultimate top-tier antagonist to Hulk Hogan
- 1x WWF World Heavyweight Champion
- 1x WWF Tag Team Champion
- 2005 WWE Hall of Fame Inductee