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26. Danny Hodge

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The man who is probably the greatest American Amateur Wrestler of the 1950’s (and arguably among the greatest five of all-time), Danny Hodge was able to generate a very successful professional career. He would become one of the premier Junior Heavyweights of the National Wrestling Alliance, and would hold that title on eight occasions. On top of winning titles, he was a huge draw in the Midwest, where he remains a respected figure. Should his biggest advocate, Jim Ross have a say as to who gets inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, could not Hodge get in despite having no real tie to the “E”?



Should Danny Hodge be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 87.2%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 4.3%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%
No opinion. - 2.1%
No way! - 6.4%

The Bullet Points

  • Other Aliases: None
  • Billed From: Perry, Oklahoma, U.S.A.
  • Key Championships Held: NWA World Junior Heavyweight (8)
    NWA United States (Mid America) Tag Team w/Lester Welch
    NWA United States (Tri-State) Tag Team (5) 2w/Skandor Akbar, 1w/Lorenzo Parente, 1w/Luke Brown & 1w/Jay Clayton
    TWWA Heavyweight (Japan)
    NWA International (Japan) Tag Team w/Wilbur Snyder
    NWA North American (Tri State) Heavyweight
  • Why they will get in: How about because of Jim Ross’ endorsement?
  • Why they won't get in: Danny Hodge may still have a strong name, but what did he do in the WWE?
  • Five Greatest Matches/Moments: 1.   Won his first NWA Junior Heavyweight Title over Angelo Savoldi (7/22/60)
    2.   Again won the NWA Junior Heavyweight Title by beating Hiro Matsuda (4/23/65)
    3.   Defeated Lou Thesz in Tokyo, Japan (1/24/68)
    4.   With Wilbur Snyder won the NWA International Tag Team titles over Giant Baba & Antonio Inoki (1/9/69)
    5.   Won his final NWA Junior Heavyweight Title by beating Hiro Matsuda (3/2/76)

Should Danny Hodge be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 87.2%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 4.3%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%
No opinion. - 2.1%
No way! - 6.4%

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