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Key Points

The Great Khali remembered Hulk Hogan as the biggest name in wrestling history. Hogan, who passed away at 71, was pivotal in WWE's global rise. Khali also stressed the importance of sports for youth development in India. His tribute highlights Hogan's legacy as a six-time WWE champion and Hall of Famer.

Key Points: Great Khali Calls Hulk Hogan Biggest Name in Wrestling Industry

  • The Great Khali honors Hulk Hogan as a wrestling legend
  • Hogan headlined WWE's first WrestleMania in 1985
  • Khali emphasizes sports as a positive outlet for youth
  • Hogan won six WWE titles and entered Hall of Fame in 2005
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He was biggest name in wrestling industry: The Great Khali on Hulk Hogan

WWE legend The Great Khali pays tribute to Hulk Hogan, calling him the biggest name in wrestling while advocating for sports in India.

"Hulk Hogan was a legend... He was the biggest name in the wrestling industry; all the other wrestlers came after him. – The Great Khali"

By Vipul Kashyap, New Delhi, August 17

Wrestler and BJP leader Dalip Singh Rana aka 'The Great Khali' shared his thoughts on the legendary wrestler Hulk Hogan, saying that he was the "biggest name" in the wrestling world.

Hulk Hogan, the headscarf-wearing superstar with a unique moustache who defined an era of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), passed away at the age of 71.

In July this year, Hulk Hogan had a cardiac arrest in Clearwater, Florida, and he was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Speaking on Hulk Hogan's demise, The Great Khali said, "Hulk Hogan was a legend.. He was the biggest name in the wrestling industry; all the other wrestlers came after him..."

Hulk Hogan's real name was Terry Bollea. He was the face of WWE's early global success and headlined the very first WrestleMania in 1985. From memorable feuds with Andre the Giant and Randy Savage to sharing the ring with The Rock and even then WWE Chairman Vince McMahon, Hogan was always at the centre of the action.

Over the years, Hogan won at least six WWE championships and was rightfully inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005.

The Great Khali further said that if the country has a platform for sports, then the youth will not go off track.

"Any sport is important..If our country has a platform for sports, the youth wouldn't go off track and would use their energy in sports...India has a lot of opportunities...," the wrestler said in the KFC product launch.

- ANI

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Shreya B
While I respect Khali's views, I wish he had also mentioned Indian wrestling legends like Dara Singh who inspired generations before WWE became popular here. Our own heroes deserve recognition too.
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Aman W
Hogan vs Khali would have been epic! Sad we never got to see that match. RIP to the legend who made wrestling what it is today. His matches with Andre the Giant were pure gold.
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Priyanka N
Interesting that Khali is talking about sports platforms at a KFC launch. Maybe focus on healthier options for athletes? But yes, we need more infrastructure for wrestling in India.
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Vikram M
Hogan's legacy is unmatched! Remember how entire neighborhoods would gather around one TV to watch his matches? Today's WWE lacks that same magic. Khali is right about engaging youth through sports.
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Nisha Z
As a woman wrestler myself, I appreciate Khali highlighting sports' importance. But wish he'd address the gender gap in Indian wrestling too. We need more female role models in this sport!

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