Pride: 10 of the best wrestlers of African origin

#5 Soul Man Rocky Johnson

Rocky Johnson

While most fans today know Rocky Johnson as the Rock's father, during his heyday he was considered a top draw.

The former boxer had a stiff right hand but was also versatile and adaptable in the ring. He could out-technical wrestle Bob Backlund, out-fight Bruiser Brody, and out-bleed Abdullah the Butcher.

Rocky has held over thirty titles in his career and is a member of the elite St. Louis Wrestling Hall of Fame.

One can only assume he's quite pleased that his son has out-performed him!