The Undertaker Named Greatest Pro Wrestler of All Time by Wrestling Fans Vote
The pro wrestling industry has built up several legends who are so universally respected by fans that they are often included in discussions about who the best wrestler ever is. One of those icons, The Undertaker, has been named the best wrestler of all time by fans, beating out every other icon in the history of the business.
Why Wrestling Fans Named 'The Undertaker' the 'Greatest Pro Wrestler of All Time'
Since October 2025, Ranker users have been able to vote on who deserves to be named the "Greatest Pro Wrestler of All Time." The website shows that hundreds of performers have received votes, which proves how much engagement the ranking has generated among wrestling fans. As of May 2026, The Undertaker is No. 1 on the ranking, having received 34,794 votes. That could change in the future since "Stone Cold" Steve Austin isn't far behind with 33,959 votes. Still, it is a huge honor for the "Dead Man."
The website notes several reasons why The Undertaker is an all-time great wrestler, including the incredible aura that made him spellbinding every time he walked to the ring. "Few wrestlers evoke the same sense of awe, fear, and respect as The Undertaker has throughout his illustrious career." It also praised his WWE career that lasted more than three decades, his WrestleMania streak that stood at 21-0 before it was broken, and the iconic feuds and matches he was part of.
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A member of the WWE Hall of Fame and the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame, The Undertaker also won an impressive list of WWE accolades. A seven-time Heavyweight Champion, seven-time Tag Team Champion, and on-time Hardcore Champion, he also won the Royal Rumble. Just as important as all the titles he won, The Undertaker also played a pivotal role in building the careers of many of WWE's biggest stars ever. He also earned the reputation as the undisputed WWE locker room leader throughout his tenure, as he appeared to be respected by virtually all of his co-workers and bosses alike.
The Top 20: Ranker's Greatest Pro Wrestlers of All Time
- 20. "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes
- 19. The Road Warriors
- 18. Randy Orton
- 17. Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat
- 16. Eddie Guerrero
- 15. "Macho Man" Randy Savage
- 14. John Cena
- 13. Hulk Hogan
- 12. Chris Jericho
- 11. Triple H
- 10. André the Giant
- 9. Mick Foley
- 8. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper
- 7. Kurt Angle
- 6. Bret "The Hitman" Hart
- 5. "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels
- 4. Ric Flair
- 3. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
- 2. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin
- 1. The Undertaker
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This story was originally published by Men's Journal on May 18, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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This story was originally published May 18, 2026 at 8:11 AM.