282. William Muldoon
We have to WAY BACK for this one. In the late 1800s, William Muldoon was recognized as the World’s Greco-Roman Champion. He would defend that championship against all comers and retired undefeated. While his work in the ring bared little resemblance to what it would become this is a bona fide pioneer and more than worthy of Legacy Wing consideration.
The Bullet Points
- Billed From: Caneadea, New York, U.S.A.
- Key Championships Held: World Greco-Roman Champion
- Why they will get in: Historically speaking he is vital to the history of professional wrestling.
- Why they won't get in: Are we counting on the WWE to recognize this?
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Five Greatest Matches/Moments:
- Defeated Thiebaud Bauer for the claimed World Greco-Roman Championship 1880
- Wrestled Clarence Whistler to a seven-hour draw 1881
- Went on a whirlwind tour defending the title and promoting 1180’s
- Trained John L. Sullivan for the Heavyweight Boxing Title Match against Jake Kilrean 1889
- Defeated Evan Lewis to retain his Greco-Roman Championship and retired having never lost the title 1890
Should William Muldoon be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 100%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 0%
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