In this video, we dive deep into the history of the American Wrestling Association (AWA), one of the most influential wrestling promotions of all time. From its rise in the 1960s under Verne Gagne to its memorable champions like Rick Martel and Nick Bockwinkel, we explore key events, title changes, and the legendary talent that defined the AWA. We also take a look at the tag team division with teams like Jerry Blackwell & Ken Patera, and the impact of the iconic Road Warriors. Plus, we discuss t

On April 24, 1983 AWA Super Sunday took place in front of 20,000 fans at the St. Paul Civic Center in St. Paul, Minnesota. The American Wrestling Association event featured Verne Gagne coming out of retirement in the main event, as well as Hulk Hogan challenging AWA World Champion NICK BOCKWINKEL for his title. Rod Trongard handled commentary duties, while Mean Gene Okerlund was the ring announcer. Take a look back as Hogan battles Bockwinkel for the belt! | Davenport Sports Network

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On May 2, 1987 American Wrestling Association’s SuperClash II took place at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, California. Unlike SuperClash I and SuperClash III, the second event featured mainly AWA wrestlers. While not the last match of the show, the main event was a match between Curt Hennig and NICK BOCKWINKEL for the AWA World Heavyweight Championship. Larry Zbyszko showed up prior to the bout to challenge the winner of the match. Near the end of the match, Zbyszko handed a roll of quarters t