Reliving Hulk Hogan’s Greatest SummerSlam Moments
Hulk Hogan didn’t just show up at SummerSlam, but he turned it into a celebration of legacy. Every entrance felt larger than life. Every win was a moment fans would never forget. From wild finishes to roaring arenas, Hogan delivered. WWE changed. Eras passed. But Hulkamania’s SummerSlam magic still lives on.
Hogan main-evented four SummerSlams: 1988, 1989, 1991, and even 2005, a 17-year stretch. Across those years, he built a flawless 6–0 SummerSlam record. No other icon holds that clean slate. Let’s dive into five of those matches that built that perfect streak.
5. Hulk Hogan vs. Shawn Michaels (SummerSlam 2005)
The dream match finally happened, HBK vs. Hulk Hogan in the main event. The match had Hogan bleeding and Michaels overselling dramatically.
The crowd went wild. The handshake afterward felt like passing the torch. Hulkamania still had it, and this win sealed his perfect SummerSlam record.
4. The Mega Powers vs. The Mega Bucks (SummerSlam 1988)
Hulk Hogan & Randy Savage teamed up against DiBiase & Andre in the inaugural SummerSlam main event. Miss Elizabeth’s bold distraction of revealing her skirt changed the game.
The Mega Powers dominated, delivering a thrilling finish. Historic match launched SummerSlam legacy.
3. Hulk Hogan vs. Randy Orton (SummerSlam 2006)
This was Hulk Hogan’s final WWE match. This was presented as legend vs. Legend Killer. It wasn’t just a match, it was a clash of eras. Orton seemed dominant, barely pinning Hogan, but the foot was on the rope.
Hogan then hulked up and hit the leg drop for victory. This was an emotional farewell moment for fans. Hulkamania ended his SummerSlam career still undefeated.
2. Hogan & Warrior vs. Slaughter, Adnan & Mustafa
This was a two-on-three handicap main event of SummerSlam 1991 during Gulf War era heat. Warrior and Hulk Hogan teamed to beat Slaughter’s Middle Eastern faction. The storyline was charged with patriotism and spectacle over technical. It was classic over-the-top Hogan storytelling.
1. Hulk Hogan & Brutus Beefcake vs. Randy Savage & Zeus
Hulk Hogan was paired with Brutus Beefcake to battle Savage & Zeus at SummerSlam 1989.
This was a wrestling‑movie crossover and crowd-pleaser storyline. This was also listed as the main event, and fans rooted hard for the babyfaces.
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Hulk Hogan’s undefeated SummerSlam run is unmatched, with six matches, six wins, and four main events. He didn’t just win. But he delivered moments that shaped WWE’s biggest summer night. He may be gone, but Hulkamania lives. His SummerSlam legacy will always inspire, because moments like these don’t fade, but they echo forever.
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