WWE: The Undertaker retires after 25-years of service
World Wrestling Entertainment's (WWE) one of the greatest professional wrestlers, 'The Undertaker' announced his retirement after suffering a loss in the WrestleMania 33. He lost to Roman Reigns. He ended his 25-year career with a win loss record of 23-2 at the WrestleMania. As a sign of ending his legendary career, he left his wrestling gear in the ring.
Who is The Undertaker?
Mark William Calaway, famously known as 'The Undertaker' is an American professional wrestler. He started his career in professional wrestling in 1984 at the World Class Championship Wrestling (WCCW) with a ring name of Texas Red. After spending five years at the WCCW, he joined World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in 1989, but left after spending one year with them.
Undertaker's entry in the WWE
Calaway joined the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) in 1990, making his debut at the Survivor Series with a ring name 'Kane the Undertaker.' In 1991, he defeated Hulk Hogan to win the WWF Championship. He was the youngest WWF Champion then, a record which was broken later in 1993. He won the WWF Tag Team Championship along with Stone Cold Steve Austin in 1998.
Record winning streak for the Undertaker
After making his debut in the WrestleMania, Undertaker went on to win a record 21 matches. He was handed his first loss at WrestleMania 30 in 2014 by Brock Lesner.
Fans take to Twitter to thank the legend
51-year old The Undertaker's fans posted heartfelt messages after he announced his retirement last night. The fans thanked him for entertaining everyone for almost close to three decades.
