WWE History Vol. 11: The many deaths of The Undertaker

The Undertaker at two stages of his career, the new generation era and the Attitude Era.
The Undertaker at two stages of his career, the new generation era and the Attitude Era.

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Not even Hulk Hogan could stand up to the Undertaker's might.
Not even Hulk Hogan could stand up to the Undertaker's might.

The Undertaker proved to be a far more popular attraction than anyone - except maybe Vince McMahon - ever had thought possible.

Even though he had an admittedly 'cheesy' gimmick where he was basically an eloquent zombie, the fans responded to him. While technically a heel, Taker had his share of supporters in the audience as well, just because of his size, presence, and athletic ability.

After proving his mettle in feuds with Ultimate Warrior and Sid Vicious, The Undertaker was elevated to the main event scene. He feuded with WWE Champion Hulk Hogan, and was granted a title shot at Survivor Series 1991.

With a little assist from Ric Flair, The Undertaker won his first world championship. However, he lost it six days later, and the controversy surrounding the belt would lead to it being vacated. Jack Tunney, the on screen president of the WWE, announced that the winner of the 1992 Royal Rumble would be crowned champion. This would wind up being Ric Flair, but The Undertaker wasn't done with the title picture by a long shot.

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Edited by Prasen Moudgal
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