17 Early 90s WCW Stars You Totally Don't Remember

Before the nWo, there was a whole load of no!

Vinnie Vegas Promo When most pro wrestling fans think back to the time when World Championship Wrestling existed, the period is generally looked upon fondly. One major complaint with today's industry is that WWE have precious little in the way of competition. In fact, there is virtually none - TNA aren't on the same level, and international groups such as New Japan Pro Wrestling offer something remarkably different to the 'sports entertainment' Vince McMahon and company employ. Back during the heralded 'Monday Night Wars', wrestling fans were the ultimate winners. Not only was the then-WWF on fire, producing the Austin vs. McMahon feud, but WCW had the nWo, a heel faction which had seen company fortunes rocketing skyward. It's strange to think now, but there was a clear divide in presentation. Backed by Ted Turner's millions, WCW had Monday Nitro, a slick, gleaming product, directly contrasting with WWE's more gritty Raw Is War. Fans everywhere look back on the period with misty-eyed nostalgia, but it wasn't all box office. For every Sting, there was a Renegade. For every nWo, a Dungeon Of Doom. Right before WCW brought their house into order with the creation of one of wrestling's best ever groups, the company was an early-90s mess, more accustomed to trying to ride WWE's coat tails and hope to cream off some of their success. Many names came and went during a tumultuous timeframe, and many will be largely forgotten. This list brings together some you may have erased from memory, and others you'll recognise for playing more successful characters - it's WCW, but not as you may know it!
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