Flair's Four Horsemen comrades bailed him out almost every time. The closest he comes are "hell" and "pissed off". And the legendary Nikita Koloff was right there, in the middle of it all. During his career, Koloff held championships including the NWA World Six-Man Tag Team Championship, NWA World Tag Team Championship, NWA United States Championship, NWA World Television Championship, and UWF World Television Championship. Koloff retired from the grind of professional wrestling in 1992 and began giving back to his fans in a variety of ways. Unable to fulfill that dream, he turned again to weights and became an obsessive trainer, putting in extremely long hours at the gym. Nikita Koloff's stated motivation was out of a newfound respect for Magnum TA. Despite some people's beliefs, Nikita was never offered any sort of contract with WWF. The Eblen Charities is a not-for-profit business that helps families that are battlilng illnesses and disabilities. During one bout, Koloff sustained a cut to the arm when an audience member threw a spark plug at him.[8]. Koloff and Taylor were booked to face each other atStarrcade '87, but Koloff vowed to get his television belt back before the match. As much as he evolved as a character? He suffered an injury playing football but rehabbed to play for Minnesota State University Moorhead where he suffered another injury. Koloff said, I probably could. Statistics and information about the 1283 matches fought by Nikita Koloff in our events database. During aWorld Championship Wrestling broadcast, Taylor and Gilbert jumped Koloff again, beating him unconscious, and draping his version of the TV title across his limp body. big fan of Nikita Koloff right here..love The Nightmare. Three months later, on March 18, 1985, Koloff and Ivan defeated Dusty Rhodes and Manny Fernandez to win the NWA World tag team title. The war between the two sides was getting white hot until TA tragically lost his career and nearly his life in a horrific automobile accident. He attacked Lex Luger, claiming he had "stolen" the NWA United States Heavyweight Championship from him in 1987 and that he wanted it back. Nikita Koloff (born Nelson Scott Simpson on March 9, 1959) is an American retired professional wrestler. Finally, 2011 brought Nikita: A Tale of the Ring and Redemption, which covers the story of his life, from his wrestling days to his ministry work. Founded by Nikita Koloff and Lex Luger, Man Camp is a 5 day catalyst experience to help you draw closer (James 4:8) to the Lord, realize who you are in Christ, and discover what you are capable of accomplishing in His strength. I could've had a run with Hogan, I feel confident. What came next was one of the most epic babyface turns in professional wrestling history. According to the storyline, Koloff gained respect for Magnum from their feud and wanted to take his place. Published March 22, 1998. I watched several cameos from different wrestlers and Nikita Koloff was by far the most professional. [5], Koloff graduated from high school in 1977. He stepped away from active competition in 1992 to become an ordained minister. Mike Schmitz), The Assembly Call IU Basketball Podcast and Postgame Show. As his wrestling ability and speaking skills grew, the length of his matches and interviews grew as well. In 1985 and 1986, Koloff wrestled several matches for Capitol Sports Promotions in Puerto Rico as part of a talent exchange, facing Hercules Ayala on several occasions. The Russians would win the NWA World Tag Team Championship, but more importantly, they would terrorize every babyface in the promotion. The team ofThe Super PowersandThe Legion of Doomemerged victorious in both contests. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. He then lost to Barry Windham in the finals of the tournament for the vacant NWA United States Championship, before beginning a feud with Al Perez and teaming with Sting to feud with the Four Horsemen. 3 Competed In The First War Games Now a babyface and comrade of Dusty Rhodes, Nikita Koloff found himself feuding with the top heel group and Dusty's greatest enemies, the Four Horsemen. A tell tell sign that Sting is talking, even if you can't see him, is that he doesn't cuss. His freindship with wrestler Road Warrior Animal took him to Atlanta, where he was introduced to professional wrestling. Former NWA/WCW star Nikita Koloff has gone from professional wrestler to preacher, and is now entering a new phase of his life as a . He was readying to embark on a feud with Ron Garvin that would last through the upcoming Starrcade 1986. ; Due to being on TBS in prime time on Thanksgiving Night, the worst threat Ric Flair could throw at Nikita Koloff during their Starrcade '86 match was "I'll kick your butt you son of a gun!" After three wins each and a No Contest finish, Koloff and Magnum had an eighth and final match for the belt, which Koloff would end up winning. 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The promotion was in its twilight and given Nikita's stature, Gagne positioned Nikita to challenge then-AWA World Heavyweight ChampionLarry Zbyszkoalmost immediately. Nikita Koloff was born in Minneapolis on March 9, 1959. Koloff said the entire ordeal had a significant impact on him. "I mean, I'm in the peak of my career, right? Former NWA and WCW wrestler Nikita Koloff recently sat down for an interview with Wrestling Inc.'s Drew Rice for The Wrestling Inc. Daily. The historic moment took place on October 24 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Sting vs Nikita Koloff - WCW Magazine [November 1991], We have the NWA Hall of Famer and former WCW Star Nikita Koloff for this week's. After Ivan Koloff turned face when manager Paul Jones went against him, Koloff helped Ivan briefly against Jones' henchmen, the masked Russian Assassins, and then he took a sabbatical on November 27. This persisted even when "Asshole" became a common Crowd Chant. He enrolled in Golden Valley Lutheran College where he played college football alongside fellow future wrestler Joe "Animal" Laurinaitis. The two were then booked in a best-of-seven series, which took place duringThe Great American Bash 1986tour. Please logout and login again. The two were then booked in a best-of-seven series, which took place during The Great American Bash 1986 tour. "I was committed to my goals," Koloff answered adamantly. While at the same time, the flip side of that is Im in, I think, some veryby my own standardsrare air The rare air is Im probably one of the few guys that retired and has actually stayed retired and not done a one-off or tried to get one more big payday or more big cheer from the fans., So I guess, for me, coming to a place like Baltimore [at the Celebfest convention] and meeting the fans therethat satisfies my interest. Ivan Koloff was one of the most fearsome wrestlers of the 1970s and 1980s. to win the title. Smash of Demolition. While at the same time, the flip side of that is I'm in, I think, some veryby my own standardsrare air. The tour began and ended with two revolutionary matches known asWarGames: The Match Beyond. With Kernodle out of the picture, Uncle Ivan Koloff introduced a new comrade namedKrusher Khruschev. Manage all your favorite fandoms in one place. Every day we present the best quotes! It's a weekly challenge for men It's Time TO MAN UP! Post by marino13 onSep 17, 2012 at 1:51pm. No annual. His improvement negated the need for Kernodle to continue teaming with Ivan and, shortly thereafter, the Russians turned on the American turncoat. I always have been, for many, many years. Simpson decided to go with wrestling and was told to shave his head bald and to show up. 2:03. 1 show commentated by Nikita Koloff in our database. 10 Things Fans Should Know About Wrestling Legend Nikita Koloff, Went To High School With Other Future Wrestlers, Became A Wrestler Thanks To Road Warrior Animal, NWA Tag Team Champion As Part Of The Russians, Turned Face Because Of Magnum TAs Accident, 10 Best Foreign Heels In Wrestling History, Ranked, 10 Things Fans Should Know About Wrestling Legend Ivan Koloff, the NWA United States Heavyweight Championship, 13 Best Wrestling Swerves Nobody Saw Coming, Herb Abrams Universal Wrestling Federation, 10 Wrestlers AEW Is Likely To Release Next, 5 Wrestling Valets & Managers That Were Helpful (& 5 That Were Just Eye Candy). In spring of 1986, Koloff started one of the biggest, most anticipated feuds in the history ofWCWwhen he attackedWCW United States Heavyweight ChampionMagnum T.A.. Despite being pretty much as green as one could possibly be in pro wrestling, Nikita Koloff certainly had people around him to ensure his success. During the bout, Koloff sustained a herniated disc in his neck after receiving a stiff clothesline to the head from Vader, leading him to retire from professional wrestling. Following an incident where Magnum hit on-screen NWA President Bob Geigel for demanding an apology after T.A. "I'm a goal setter. He's probably still in my top 20. Prior to committing themselves with Jim Crocket Promotions, The Koloffs feuded with then AWA World tag team champions the Road Warriors in both the AWA and the NWA in a brutal series during 1985. Admins: Nikita Koloff made a major impact on the professional wrestling scene when promoter Jim Crockett brought him into Charlotte in 1984. Listen as he shares his passion and God's providence. Koloff and T.A. Slaughter. The man who once pursued championships longed for more in his life. Former NWA and WCW wrestler Nikita Koloff recently sat down for an interview with Wrestling Inc.'s Drew Rice for The Wrestling Inc. Daily.During the interview Koloff addressed why he had stepped . He attended Robbinsdale High School where he played for the Robbinsdale Robins football team as a defensive lineman and on offense[3] was an all-conference wide receiver. The pair would battle the Horsemen in War Games and also win the Crockett Cup. ", Our Mission: To honor the sport of wrestling by preserving its history, recognizing extraordinary individual achievements, and inspiring future generations, 405 West Hall of Fame Avenue Not only did he defend his United States Championship against the Horsemen members on various occasions, but he also ended up challenging Ric Flair for the NWA World Heavyweight Title. Today, Nikita speaks with Bill Janosik for another great episode of questions and answers. Later, he went from a superstar to a man of God. Until now, there is no biography text. He played college football and was dreaming of an NFL career when injuries sidelined him. The Russian Assassins were victorious. This caused Koloff to become a face againstThe Four Horsemen. Sharing a common enemy in The Four Horsemen, Koloff rescued Rhodes from a vicious attack. The Eblen Charities would not be where it is without the help of people like Nikita. Koloff and Taylor were booked to face each other in a unification bout at StarrCade '87, but Koloff vowed to get his TV belt back before the match. Koloff said, "I probably could. He went from a hated heel to a beloved babyface. Choose to believe something good can happen. Today, Nikita speaks with Doak Turner for another great episode of questions and answers. Koloff was booked in very short matches upon his debut. Read The Return of Edge by with a free trial. CTRL + SPACE for auto-complete. At this point, Nikita was at the height of his career. Nikita and Robby bring us a wonderful Valentines special broadcast. The winner of the series would be declared champion. The two fought to a double disqualification at StarrCade '86 on November 26. Nikita Katsalapov - Nikita Gennadyevich Katsalapov (Russian: ; born 10 July 1991) is a Russian ice dancer. Koloff returned to WCW in February 1992, saving Sting from an attack byThe Dangerous Alliance. The fans in Charlotte erupted when Koloff entered the cage to help Rhodes. "Well, the time off, to clarify, wasn't business related as much as it was personal related," revealed Koloff. Koloff now admits it was a character he was playing, but still has people expecting him. As the 1987 Great American Bash tour got under way, the feud between Koloff, Rhodes, The Road Warriors, and Paul Ellering versus The Four Horsemen and J. J. Dillon was booked as the centerpiece. Waterloo, Iowa 50701 Then tragedy would strike. During television promos, Nikita stood behind Ivan and Kernodle with his arms folded while they took interviews. Nikita Koloff returned to action with WCW in the early 1990s before leaving wrestling to pursue another calling Koloff made a comeback with World Championship. RELATED: 10 Best Foreign Heels In Wrestling History, Ranked. Of course, part of that story was, 'We're gonna take all the . http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Wrestling/NikitaKoloff. "My wife had been diagnosed with cancer at the age of 24. With a major babyface role to be filled and the Soviet heel becoming played out, it was decided that Koloff would turn face by partnering with Dusty Rhodes. Improve yourself, find your inspiration, share with friends, There is a mistake in the text of this quote. His nickname was the Russian nightmare. How old is Kolby? Lots of guests who tell their personal stories of faith. The title was also won after Bill Watts' Universal Wrestling Federation promotion was purchased by Jim Crockett Promotions. The dreams you choose to believe in come to be. All Rights Reserved. He now runs a ministry. 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