240. Everett Marshall
A former two time World Heavyweight Champion, Everett Marshall was a decent draw in the 1930’s and had classics with Lou Thesz. As a former recognized world champion the new wing for the WWE Hall of Fame work in his favour, but where does he fall in that pecking order?
The Bullet Points
- Other Aliases: The Blonde Bear
- Billed From: U.S.A. (LaJUnta, Colorado)
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Key Championships Held: MWA Heavyweight
NWA (Association) World Heavyweight (2)
Texas Heavyweight Champion
NWA (Alliance) World Heavyweight - Why they will get in: This is a former World Heavyweight Champion and that does matter.
- Why they won't get in: He is not as well known as many others of his time period.
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Five Greatest Matches/Moments: 1. Captured the MWA Heavyweight Title (8/14/32)
2. Defeated Ali Baba for the NWA World Title in Columbus, Ohio (6/26/36)
3. Defended his title against Orville Brown in Columbus in front of a crowd of 10,000 (10/28/37)
4. Won the Texas Heavyweight Title (3/38)
5. Became a dual champion when he was awarded the National Wrestling Alliance Title (9/14/38)
Should Everett Marshall be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 83.3%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 16.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 0%
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