The pro wrestling world mourned the passing away of WWE Hall of Famer The Iron Sheik. He breathed his last at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife and three children. Several wrestling legends took to social media to pay tributes to the legend and including WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan, who is considered Sheik’s greatest rival.
The Iron Sheik had a legendary career and his match against Hulk Hogan in January 1984 at Madison Square Garden remains to be one of the greatest chapters in pro wrestling. At the show, Hogan defeated Sheik, which is considered the beginning of “Hulkamania,” the greatest babyface run in wrestling history.
Hulk Hogan has now shared a heartfelt message on his social media account. However he made a mistake by writing Sheikh when it’s actually Sheik.
Hulk Hogan pays tribute to The Iron Sheik
Taking to Facebook, ‘The Hulkster’ remembered The Iron Sheik, but misspelled his name. Here’s what he wrote:
“Today, we honor the legacy of a wrestling icon. Rest in peace, Iron Sheikh. 🙏🏼 The wrestling world has lost a true legend, and Sheikh’s contributions to our industry will never be forgotten. I’ll always cherish the battles we had in the ring. Our matches were intense, and our rivalry was legendary. We shared a bond that only fellow wrestlers can understand. Iron Sheikh’s unique charisma, undeniable talent, and unforgettable personality made him an unforgettable figure in the hearts of wrestling fans worldwide. His legacy will continue to inspire generations of wrestlers to come. Rest in peace, Iron Sheikh. You will always be remembered as a true warrior of the ring.”
