“He Was Awesome”, “Tragic Loss” – Black Day for the WWE Universe as The Iron Sheik Passes Away at the Age of 81

A few hours ago, a piece of news came out that made the wrestling world sink into a feeling of deep sorrow. The wrestling legend Iron Sheik has passed away at the age of 81. The Hall of Famer’s official Twitter account shared this tragic news, and it dropped like a bombshell on the WWE Universe. As soon as fans saw this, they came online and started to express their grief via tweets.

Fans are in shock and grief after hearing about the legend’s departure from the world

The Iron Sheik’s family made the fans aware of the legend’s departure from this world via social media a few hours ago. However, the reason for death has not been disclosed yet.

“RESPECT THE LEGEND FOREVER,”, wrote the family.

This news spread like wildfire among wrestling fans and they couldn’t hide their grief. Where several fans are recalling the days when Iron Sheik was an active wrestler, many are still in disbelief. Fans are also extending support to their family and friends.

The WWE Hall of Famer played a very crucial role in the professional wrestling industry. He was also believed to carve the way for WWE legend Hulk Hogan to be one of the greatest stars of all time.

The Iron Sheikh’s hand in the success of ‘Hulkamania’

The late WWE Hall of Famer was a top wrestling star during the 80s. In January 1984, Sheik was set for a high-profile match against the WWE legend Hulk Hogan at Madison Square Garden for the WWE Championship. Sheikh being a top foreign heel and Hogan an American babyface made for a perfect blend.

The match was phenomenal and Hogan emerged victorious. That match is also considered the one that kickstarted the legendary career of the WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan. After the match, Hogan became one of the greatest babyfaces in the history of WWE. And, the WWE Universe got ‘America’s Hero’.

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Without Iron Sheik and the impact of that match at the Garden, it is difficult to imagine the legendary status of Hulk Hogan in the WWE and the

After retiring from the ring, Sheik made sporadic appearances on the screen. However, he was highly active on social media and stayed in touch with his fans via tweets.

The Iron Sheik’s death is a huge shock to the wrestling world. It is the black day for every pro wrestling fan.

We extend condolences to the family and friends of the late legend in this tragic time.

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