10 Larger than Life moments from Vader's career.

Vader takes down two legends at one time (Hit Man, British Bulldog.)
Vader takes down two legends at one time (Hit Man, British Bulldog.)

#5. First non-Japanese holder of the IWGP title.

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While many credit Hulk Hogan as the first westerner to hold the IWGP title, the truth is his was more or less a 'pride belt' that was not meant to be defended as a regular championship. Big Van Vader is the man who is properly credited as the first non Japanese man to hold the IWGP heavyweight championship. Vader won a tournament for the vacant belt, beating legends like Masahiro Chono along the way.

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