100 Best Wrestling Moves EVER
76. Arn Anderson | Spinebuster
The magic of any spinebuster lies in its mechanics and snap, and there aren’t many wrestlers better suited to those descriptors full-stop than Arn Anderson.
Honed to perfection, Anderson liked to snatch his opponent mid-motion, capitalising on their momentum off the ropes to make the move feel sudden, inescapable and deadly. Rather than chaotic violence, ‘Double A’ chose control. With a firm grip, rock solid posture and perfectly precise footwork, every detail within the move is crisply executed and fiercely believable.
Added to all of that was of course, Anderson’s undeniable aura. No-nonsense from catch to pivot to the final devastating slam, the visual components always aligned with the ‘Enforcer’ himself - understated, but completely effective and absolutely essential.