174. Manny Fernandez

Prior to his career in the squared circle, the “Raging Bull” Manny Fernandez played football at West Texas and was a legitimate tough guy. He took this manly resume into the world of pro wrestling where he proved to be a natural for the business. He looked tough, acted tough and could cut a mean promo when needed. Fernandez became a star in Mid Atlantic and parlayed that into a NWA World Tag Team run with Rick Rude. Had Fernandez ever had a WWE run, it is possible that he could have done something special there, but those who saw him perform knew they were seeing a star.

Should Manny Fernandez be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 66.7%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 2.8%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 19.4%

No opinion. - 8.3%

No way! - 2.8%

The Bullet Points

Other Aliases: The Raging Bull
Billed From: Texas
Key Championships Held: NWA Florida Heavyweight
SCW Southwest Heavyweight
NWA Florida Television
NWA Central States Heavyweight
SCW Southwest Tag Team (2) 1w/Chavo Guerrero, 1w/Al Perez
NWA World Tag Team (2) 1w/Dusty Rhodes, 1w/Rick Rude
WWC North America Heavyweight
Why they will get in: He has the respect of his peers.
Why they won't get in: He never competed in the WWE
Five Greatest Matches/Moments: 1. Wins his first singles Title (NWA Florida Heavyweight) defeating Terry Funk (10/21/79)
2. Wins the NWA World Tag Team Belts with Dusty Rhodes (10/20/84)
3. Beats Abdullah the Butcher at Starrcade (11/28/85)
4. Captures the NWA Tag Team Belts with Rick Rude (12/6/86)
5. Gets “Revenge” On Invader III in Puerto Rico in an infamous match (1988)