#2 Don Muraco (541 days)

Don Muraco was one of the most hated villains in WWE in the 80s; his arrogant persona and cheap heel tactics drew the ire of the crowd throughout the decade.
Aligning himself with legendary managers such as the Grand Wizard, Lou Albano and Mr Fuji at different points over his career only led to more underhanded tactics, but ultimately more success.
Muraco had a number of feuds over the course of his WWE career such as with Jimmy Snuka, whom he faced in the infamous cage match that included Snuka’s legendary ’Superfly Splash’ from the top of the cage.
Some of his most memorable opponents during his Intercontinental Championship reigns include Bob Backlund, Tito Santana and Rocky Johnson. However, his greatest rival is arguably the only man that has held the championship for more days than him…