5 superstars you might not know competed for the WWE Championship

#2. Gillberg: Competed for the WWE Title in 1999

Usually, a superstar wanting to compete for the WWE Title must have amassed a respectable winning record. Then there's Gillberg, WWE's parody of Goldberg. His entire character revolved around his ability to win a match rarely.

In 1999, Shane McMahon announced Triple H would defend his WWE Championship against a "bald-headed SOB." While fans were led into believing that this person would be Stone Cold Steve Austin, they saw Gillberg instead.

At the time, Gillberg was the longest-reigning Light Heavyweight Champion, a feat he achieved by never defending the title. He attempted to take an early advantage in the match with an ineffective Spear and rally the fans to his side. However, aside from two more Spears, the match was a one-sided beatdown, with Triple H retaining his title with ease.

Gillberg would soon lose his Light Heavyweight title and would leave the company. He continues to perform from time to time on the Independent scene and has made occasional appearances on WWE TV over the years.

#1. Eric Bischoff: Competed for the WWE Championship in 2005

One of the greatest minds in the business, Eric Bischoff, was never an actual in-ring performer. He was given a WWE Championship match against John Cena at the RAW Homecoming special in 2005.

Bischoff, who was the General Manager of RAW at the time, had been feuding with Cena and had aligned himself with Kurt Angle, whom he tried to position as the next WWE Champion. However, by the orders of Mr.McMahon, Bischoff himself was made the number one contender.

Although not a wrestler, Bischoff did find himself in the ring from time to time, getting beatings from the likes of Steve Austin, Kane, and Eugene. However, he felt confident going into this championship match as he had Kurt Angle by his side.

As there were no disqualifications, Angle attempted to aid Bischoff and give him a chance. Unfortunately, the assist was not enough, and Cena swiftly pinned Eric.

Bischoff was fired from his position as RAW General Manager in December 2005 and spent the next two years making sporadic appearances on WWE TV before leaving the company.

While Bischoff continues to make cameos for WWE today, it is safe to say that we will never see him competing for the title ever again.