The list of opponents’ that succumbed to Backlund during his reign reads like a who’s who of wrestling greats, including Sgt. Slaughter, Greg Valentine, Antonio Inoki, Don Muraco and Jimmy Snuka.

Bob Backlund is an interesting historical case. He was a very popular attraction, drawing 41 Madison Square Garden sell-outs in 67 attempts. That is hugely impressive; he’s second only to Bruno ...

Bob Backlund's WWE title reign is nothing short of legendary. Bob Backlund’s WWE world title reign is widely considered to be one of the greatest of all time. The superstar is among a handful of ...