Kurt Angle

[10.0] "Kurt Angle is one of the greatest athletes in wrestling history. If you were to build a perfect wrestler it would be Kurt Angle, the look, size, mic skill, charisma, and in ring skill all combine to make him one of the best to ever do it. He could also play any role you needed him too, like a babyface role model or an arrogant pretentious heel. Kurt is such a great talent, in my opinion he's second only to Shawn Michaels in best wrestling skills in WWE history."

[10.0] "he had intensity unmatched in the ring. he could cut a promo that grabbed you instantly and deliver memorable segments, funny, serious, or completely over the top, and make it work every time. and once the bell rang, it was always a banger. and you knew that once the strap was down, it was game over for his opponent."

[10.0] "no holes in his game whatsoever. the fact that angle took to wrestling and adapted as quickly as he did was the sign of future greatness. i mean what could he not do? a fantastic promo along with great character work. and his in ring ability was like no other. great rivalries with joe, benoit, brock and sting to name a few. honestly glad he left wwe when he did, despite wishing he'd stay a bit longer. it was for the best as i cant picture kurt angle being in a pg wwe landscape. especially kurt at that point of his life. he deserved a better retirement tour aswell. overall tho still one of my goats! you legit cant go wrong with 97% of kurt angle matches."

"Honestly, I've never seen a guy so complete, a person who can combine skills inside that ring. The series of matches with Brock Lesnar in 2003, Samoa Joe in TNA (2006/07), Shawn Michaels in 2005 show that this guy is unstoppable. This guy is not from Pennsylvania. This guy is a machine. A wrestling machine. 2003, 2006 and 2009 were some of the most important years in his career because imagine, he lost his sister (2006 if I'm not mistaken), but he didn't stop doing what he loves. In her honor, he didn't stop. This guy is really Paul Heyman's phrase: you can fail a thousand times, but the thousand and first time you succeed. This is Kurt Angle. This is the true immortal. He is the Real American. This is the Pelé or Cristiano Ronaldo of wrestling. He is the G. O. A. T. Oh, it's true. It's the damn true!"

[10.0] "Bar none one of the best things to ever happen to wrestling. From a prolific background in amateur wrestling, to doing great comedy work in WWE, to working a 40-minute match with Christian & Rhyno in TNA, to working in numerous Japanese promotions, Kurt Angle has probably forgotten more things about wrestling than I'll ever learn. His longevity despite his issues with vices & his seeming ability to face pain head-on are a testament to his insane toughness & commitment to the business. Kurt is bar none one of the most well-accomplished people in the industry, & he deserved better than to be strapped with that trash Corbin match on the way out."

[10.0] "Kurt Angle is, to me, the greatest professional wrestler to ever perform. He really did have everything you could wish for: He was an outstanding in-ring worker, he had a great look, he had insane conditioning and legitimate skills, and he was a naturally gifted speaker and actor who could flip from being genuinely funny and jovial to serious as a heart attack at the drop of a hat. I simply cannot think of another wrestler who had so much going for them like he did. Every phase of this man's career is immensely watchable, even the low points. A true once in a lifetime talent."

[10.0] "Reminder: this man started wrestling in 1999, aged 31, and quickly proved himself to be one of the best of all time, in WWE, in TNA, in indie wrestling. He could do anything a wrestler couldn't do, he can be serious, goofy, technical, brawler, nuts, intense, promo...anything, and he'll cook"

[10.0] "Kurt is one of my top 3 favorite wrestlers of all time and I think he's the perfect example of mixing comedy with seriousness. He was incredible at both and could blend them together in a way that no other wrestler can. And on top of all that, he's one of the best in-ring guys to ever do it."

[10.0] "My #8 WWE GOAT, and undeniably the greatest pure wrestler of all time! Kurt Angle was amazing to watch in the ring. He was legitimately just a machine. He could have a 5* match with literally just about anyone (even Shane McMahon ffs), and even though his main run in WWE only spanned something like 6 years, it remains one of the most memorable of all time. Nobody has ever been able to match the work rate of Kurt Angle, and in fact, his charisma is severely underrated as well. Kurt was funny as hell. In fact that one promo of his, referring to Rey Mysterio "you're a boy, in a man's world ... and I'm a man that loves to play with boys! NO, WAIT A MINUTE, WAIT A MINUTE", I have never laughed so hard at professional wrestling in my entire life and I probably won't ever again xD"

"On a super short list of my favorite wrestlers of all time. From the moment he came into the WWF, I was hooked with his "Three I's" gimmick. Only a master could get the generally conservative fans of wrestling to hate an American gold medalist. The guy came out in red white and blue, and immediately got booed. Brilliant. He was an incredible in-ring worker, but I will also remember his amazing moonsaults which were incredible for an athlete his size. He had perhaps the single greatest final exit, with the fans giving him a resounding "You suck" chant, credit to his incredible career as a heel."

[10.0] "One of the best all rounders ever. Could wrestle circles around basically everyone else, could talk, could be hysterical, could be intimidating. One of the most complete wrestlers ever."

[10.0] "I absolutely hate myself for overlooking (noticing but not acknowledging / accepting unknowingly) Kurt Angle, and his legacy for so many years. WTF. I have always known Kurt is one of the best ever, I always knew he had one of the best starts to a wrestling career ever, (alongside Brock its probably the top 2). I always had alot of love for him, always knew he is arguably in the top 3 discussion when talking TNA GOATs. I have found myself watching and praising so many of his matches (all matches during the Smackdown Six era, Angle vs HBK Wrestlemania, Angle vs Lesnar, Angle vs Taker, Angle vs Joe, Angle vs Styles , hell this man even managed to get a alltime banger out of Shane McMahon, although Shane being very talented and taking nasty bumps Angle still had a major role in making that match as great as it was). Yet somehow everytime I talked GOATS imo I mentioned Danielson, Michaels, Omega, Taker, etc. (The list has changed alot over the years). Yet somehow I never mention Kurt? WTF IS WRONG WITH ME. Pure wrestling skill Kurt is the best ever. My guy won a Gold Medal with a broken fucking neck. My guy had bangers in a era where Vince only cared about being an asshole onscreen whilst being a creep backstage and nothing else. My guy is imo in the top 3 TNA wrestlers ever (Joe, Styles, Angle). My guy has some of my alltime favorite matches, moments, segments. My guy is arguably the best wrestler ever. I APOLOGIZE FOR MY OWN IGNORANCE MR KURT. YOU INFACT ARE AND WILL FOREVER BE IN MY FUTURE ALL TIME GOATS CONVOS. 10/10 EASILY!"

[10.0] "Believable and incredible in the ring. On his worst days, he was great in the ring and on his best days, no one could hold a candle to Angle. The man was a machine and a total badass. It didnt matter who angle wrestled, he had fantastic matches with many different wrestlers."

"Kurt Angle is one of the best wrestlers to ever step into a ring, hands down. He brought a mix of insane technical wrestling, intensity, and charisma that no one else could match. His matches with Shawn Michaels, The Rock, Stone Cold, and Brock Lesnar are some of the best in history. Whether he was playing the obnoxious heel or the beloved babyface, Angle's versatility made him a top-tier star in WWE and TNA. He didn't just bring the wrestling; he brought the entertainment too. The "You Suck! " chant and his comedic timing made him a fan favorite, but make no mistake, when it was time to get serious, Angle could go harder than almost anyone in the ring."

"A wrestler who can LITERALLY do it all. Reliable as a lovable babyface or arrogant heel, can switch seamlessly from comedic relief to legit badass. His career between WWE, TNA and his touring of the Indie scene truly solidifies him as one of the GOATs of this sport. 10/10 in everything."

[5.0] "Like I said in my Bryan Danielson review, I'm just not a fan of wrestlers who are just technical wrestlers and nothing more. Sure he can give you some good matches. Especially his match with Shawn Michaels, although I would argue it was more because of Shawn Michaels. I would rate him a little bit higher than Bryan Danielson because I think at least he brought intensity in his matches, and he could play the role of a powerhouse as well because he was legit a strong wrestler. I like his submission move as well"

[10.0] "One of the greatest professional wrestlers ever, in-ring and out of it. When you can wrestle a five star match and the following week have an all time comedy segment, you are a special talent."

[10.0] "Kurt Angle is easily one of the best wrestlers of all time, he is great on the mic, and in the ring he's one of the best ever, he can work any style and do it at an high level, has so many iconic moments and matches, he is a wrestling machine, oh it's true it's damn true."

[10.0] "Kurt Angle is undoubtedly one of the most complete and athletic wrestlers in wrestling history. An Olympic gold medalist, he successfully transferred that sporting excellence into the ring with an incredibly technical style combined with exceptional dramatic intensity. What makes Angle strong is his ability to deliver very physical matches while maintaining clear and captivating storytelling. His arsenal of moves is vast, and he perfectly paces the match to keep the crowd's attention from start to finish. Additionally, Angle is a true showman, able to blend humor and seriousness with disarming ease in his promos. His impact on modern wrestling is massive, having marked his era and remaining a key reference for new generations"

[10.0] "Honestly, I've never seen a guy so complete, a person who can combine skills inside that ring. The series of matches with Brock Lesnar in 2003, Samoa Joe in TNA (2006/07), Shawn Michaels in 2005 show that this guy is unstoppable. This guy is not from Pennsylvania. This guy is a machine. A wrestling machine. 2003, 2006 and 2009 were some of the most important years in his career because imagine, he lost his sister (2006 if I'm not mistaken), but he didn't stop doing what he loves. In her honor, he didn't stop. This guy is really Paul Heyman's phrase: you can fail a thousand times, but the thousand and first time you succeed. This is Kurt Angle. This is the true immortal. He is the Real American. This is the Pelé or Cristiano Ronaldo of wrestling. He is the G.O.A.T. Oh, it's true. It's the damn truth."

[10.0] "I had previously rated Angle without commenting on anything, but I think the situation warrants it. This guy is one of the best wrestlers in history and it's incredible that WWE produced him. Yes, I know he's an Olympic medalist and had potential, but it's tremendous that he debuted in the WWE (WWF at that time). If he were still wrestling today and had the level he had before, he could have the same status that Bryan reached or more. He deserves a lot of recognition and I'm glad he's receiving it lately. One of the best in history, if not the best."

[10.0] "There isn't anything that Kurt Angle can't do. He has always been a solid technician and never been afraid to play up to his dorky nature in a comedy spot. In his years in TNA, he really showed off why he was "Peak Angle". The man was absolutely fearless. Just look back at that stage flip dive into a standing Abyss. Stand aside Bret Hart. Kurt Angle is the best there is, best there was, and the best there ever will be."

[10.0] "If there has ever been a complete package or an all in one guy in wrestling, Its surely Kurt Angle. Learned the business faster than anybody and didn't waste time having "5-Star Matches" (looking at you, dave) with the likes of Brock Lesnar, Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, Chris Benoit, Eddie Guerrero, Rey Mysterio, Triple H and others. From being a cowboy hat wearing goof to being a Wrestling Machine outperforming everyone on the roster, it's safe to say that Kurt's character work is unparalleled and my god what a wrestler. Will definitely be in the best in ring worker debate and might win it too. Kurt never had a bad run as a wrestler in any promotion. Even in TNA, Kurt was portrayed as the franchise player from the very day he debuted and had memorable runs as champion. Kurt's mic work is absolutely top notch as well and made you feel something whether it was funny or very serious. If I had to pick a match from his career which I uphold dearly, then it has to be his bout with HBK in WrestleMania 21. But the most important thing about Kurt is that he WON AN OLYMPIC GOLD MEDAL WITH A BROKEN FREAKING NECK"

[10.0] "Simply the best to ever do it. May not be the most popular opinion, but I believe his match against Shawn Michaels at Wrestlemania 21 may very well be the best singles match of all time. Can be funny, can be a destructive monster, can be a technical master. Just the best of the best."

[10.0] "How quickly he adapted to wrestling is always insane to me, coming from a background like his and jumping in head first to comedy segments where he was the butt of the joke and playing along with it so well elevated him in my eyes and then seeing the switch up into a wrestling machine who could bring out the best in anyone in the ring, truly magnificent. One of the GOATs in every single aspect of pro wrestling."

[10.0] "Kurt Angle might just be the best talent WWE has ever cooked in history, only very few can be debated. Here we have a man who actually won an Olympic Gold Medal with a broken freakin' neck, and made it part of his gimmick and ended up being a great heel when he debuted as the "heel who thinks he's a babyface." Kurt Angle was a quick learner as well, because he's that naturally gifted and has unique talents that not everyone can possess. During that time, Kurt Angle mostly did comedic stuff, and it was very funny. Whether he was spraying people with a milk truck, wearing a teeny tiny sombrero, teaching celibacy to kids, etc. he was an amazing entertainer. Kurt Angle was also apart of the "SmackDown Six" back in the day, often having incredible matches with the fellow SmackDown Six members, his tag team match with Chris Benoit against Edge and Rey Mysterio is, arguably, WWE's best tag team match of all time. As the years go on, Kurt Angle shifts to a more serious and more evil heel, from shooting a dart gun at Big Show to shave him bald, handcuff Eddie Guerrero to beat the life out of him, chasing after Sharmell to get back at Booker T, saying the most problematic things in 2006 to make a point that the fans will cheer him no matter what, etc. Kurt Angle has had countless great matches and feuds with the likes of Shawn Michaels, Eddie Guerrero, Brock Lesnar, Chris Benoit, John Cena, AJ Styles, Samoa Joe. and so many more to name, he is one of the best ring generals, one of the best technicians, great on the mic, amazing character work, very charismatic, can be a serious badass and funny goofball with ease. And of course, "Perc Angle" being one of the wildest runs a wrestler could ever have, despite his drug use was bad during that time, Kurt wrestled like he was on a whole different planet during that time, and you could tell. Overall, Kurt Angle is one of my all time favorites, he could do anything you gave him the task to do. Oh It's True, It's DAMN True!"

[10.0] "What is there to say that hasn't already been said about Kurt Angle? His resume speaks for itself. His technical acumen, his ability to compel a crowd, his comedic timing, how he was able to give us a whole laundry list of legendary matches. One of his most underrated was vs Mr. Anderson at Lockdown 2010. Absolute masterclass of a wrestler, and he deserved at least one 5 star from Dave."

[10.0] "Kurt's one of the greatest to have stepped in the ring. There's no doubt about it! But his redemption arc outside the ring is what earns him a 10 in my book. His personal story reveals the torturous effects that drug addiction and an overworked schedule can have on a person - especially if he works in the athletic business. But Kurt persevered via the three I's that defined him - intelligence, integrity, and intensity. Oh it's true! It's damn true!"

[10.0] "We are blessed to have experienced Kurt Angle, from the very second he stepped into the WWE in 1999 he took of literally instantly being one of the top 5 stars in the company why was this? Let's start with his in ring work, this is obviously a 10/10 because of his previous Olympic experience. He put on 5/5 matches with everybody and didn't need to win or lose to be seen as a threat everytime he stepped into a ring, having 5 star matches with Brock Lesnar, Steve Austin, The Rock, Shawn Michaels, Eddie Guerrero, Rey Mysterio, Triple H, John Cena, Samoa Joe, and anybody else he wrestled, constantly being a great seller and could put fear into anyone's heart once that theme played. His character work is amazing, in his early years of being in the WWE he was a great comedy character and continued to a a great comedy character too but in the attitude era that was his PEAK comedy in promos he made everybody laugh no matter who he was having a promo with, in the ruthless aggression era he was still hilarious Espically with Brock Lesnar and John Cena and Chris Benoit but he also became a character to take very seriously and not as a joke. In TNA he completely turned into a kingpin, no jokes and no smiles, dominating viciously and making sure nobody stepped out of line. As for impact Kurt's impact is seen through many wrestlers (Espically Chad Gable) due to being a character who was silly in promos but a dog inside the ring which is something many wrestlers try to replicate. In the end, Kurt is pretty much is in every bodies goat case and that's for a reason. It's not Perc Angle, it's PEAK Angle."

[9.0] "From the moment he debuted in WWE in 1999, Angle displayed a rare blend of technical, athletic, and charismatic excellence. His in-ring ability is second to none and made most of his matches feel like a wrestling clinic. But it wasn't just about wrestling. Kurt had incredible range as a performer. He could be the intense wrestling machine one night and deliver brilliant comedic segments the next, all without losing credibility. Angle always brought out the best in his opponents and elevated almost every programme he was part of."

[10.0] "No one has taken to the wrestling business as quickly as one Kurt Angle. The fact that Stone Cold Steve Austin, Jim Cornette, Bruce Prichard, and The Undertaker amongst others have stated this is quite the praise. Absolute beast in the ring and one hell of a promo. A comedic curveball in his back pocket as well rounds up his overall attributes into one of the best all around packages the industry has ever seen. Thank you Kurt Angle!"

[10.0] "One of the best wrestlers of all time, his technical fighting and wrestling that is extraordinary and intense, his microphone performance, his suplexes will always be remembered. Kurt Angle is a brand and an icon."

[10.0] "One of the greatest to ever do it in the ring. Every match this man touched in his prime turned to gold. He can quite frankly hang his boots or lace his boots up with any wrestler. He deserves to be mentioned as a goat of wrestling. The man for god sakes won a gold medal with a broken neck. Angle enthusiast forever ? . His tna and wwe work are timeless"

[10.0] "Very inspirational and hard working athlete. Kurt Angle never had a problem of being laughed at either. One of the most athletically talented in ring performers and one of the funniest wrestlers in the same package. Kurt Angle the gold medalist is a perfect 10."

[10.0] "Among the greatest professional wrestlers of all time. If not THE BEST. Prolific amateur wrestler and an Olympic gold medalist - its god given talent. Kurt Angle is an icon and an inspiration."

[10.0] "An actual Olympic Gold Medal winner and a great wrestling talent in the Attitude Era. He was great when serious and the best when comedic."

[10.0] "He was the best wrestler in the world for a long time, and it makes sense thanks to his insane ring skills, other than that, he was also very entertaining with his character work and mic skills, he has a lot of unforgettable moments, he's one of the best ever, it's true, it's damn true"

[10.0] "An amazing performer from day one. Consistently working masterclasses of wrestling. Extremely in tune with crowds. Funny, menacing, Kurt could make it all work. As deserving of gold in professional wrestling as he was in the Olympics."

[10.0] "Honestly someone who was just built for pro wrestling. His in ring action in the early 2000s was one of the best we have seen. He could play characters well and always got a crowd to react whether it was cheering, booing or laughing. He could speak on the mic and brought such intensity. Was a star everywhere he wrestled."

[8.0] "Find me a man who has more good matches while completely and utterly as off their tits as Angle. What a guy. Kurt was cracking, he has got the range to play a whole bunch of different characters while remaining true to himself, he can be slotted anywhere on the card and deliver."

[10.0] "Believable background, one of the best when it comes to being technically sound, and very versatile in what he can do with his character. Honestly, I don't know what you can say Kurt Angle is missing"

[10.0] "One of my goats. I hate that Kurt said he doesnt belong in some of these all time convos because in his words he didnt wrestle long enough for a wrestling company but fuck all that. He is one of wrestlings goats. Point blank period. One the most complete wrestlers ever. A generational talent and then some"

[10.0] "Probably the greatest technical wrestler of all time and one of the most intense, work-rate wrestlers ever. Kurt had lots of great matches (although some of his so-called classics don't hit for me at all). Angle after 2009 was very much a story of decline and fading away but it happens. A great wrestler, in my top 10, can see absolutely why some would have him as the GOAT, although he isn't for me."

"Kurt Angle is probably the all-time greatest in-ring technician in the history of the business. His ability to tell a story and have a compelling match with pretty much everybody is truly amazing and how quickly he took to wrestling makes him a once in a generation talent"

[10.0] "Kurt Angle is an all time great and an incredibly important performer in North American wrestling history. He's not so much known for all his incredible matches as much as the incredibly high floor he had for each one of his contests. A 6 minute Kurt Angle match was a sight to behold just as much as his Wrestlemania matches. He truly had everything someone could have, but more than anything he had a believability in-ring that translated from his real success as a wrestler, and he was able to create a completely unique style. More than anything though, I've never seen anyone with the intensity during a wrestling match that Kurt was capable of. Truly 1 of 1."

[10.0] "There are stars, there are superstars, and then there are the all-time greats. Kurt Angle is one of the very best to have ever stepped into a squared circle. From the moment he debuted, Angle embodied a rare combination of technical mastery, athleticism, and charisma that separated him from his peers. A legitimate Olympic gold medalist, his transition from amateur wrestling to professional wrestling was seamless, and he quickly became a fixture in main event scenes. What truly makes Kurt Angle special is how he excelled as both a heel and a babyface, often delivering top-tier performances no matter the role he was asked to play. One of Angle's most remarkable traits was his ability to elevate those around him. Whether facing legends like Shawn Michaels, Chris Benoit, or Brock Lesnar, or helping to shape the careers of newer stars like Samoa Joe and AJ Styles in TNA, Angle consistently delivered some of the greatest matches of all time. He didnt just hang with the besthe brought out the best in them. His matches werent just clinics in technical wrestling; they were emotionally charged bouts that left fans on the edge of their seats. Few performers in wrestling history have built a resume of classics spanning multiple eras, styles, and promotions like Angle did. What truly set Kurt apart was his versatility. He could be downright hilarious, famously donning a tiny cowboy hat or singing along with Stone Cold Steve Austin, but when the bell rang, there was no one more intense. His ability to switch between being an entertaining, comedic character and a fierce, no-nonsense competitor made him one of the most well-rounded performers in history. Fans believed in him whether he was an arrogant heel claiming to be the "best in the world" or the underdog babyface fighting against impossible odds. Beyond his natural talent and athleticism, Angle's passion for the business was undeniable. He worked tirelessly to improve, and even after his time in WWE, he carried that same work ethic to TNA, where he elevated the entire company to new heights. His matches with the likes of AJ Styles and Samoa Joe showcased that he still had it, even years into his career. Few wrestlers could maintain that level of performance while adapting to different styles and opponents across two major companies, but Angle did it with ease. Ultimately, Kurt Angle's legacy is one of excellence. Whether he was delivering classic bouts in WWE or redefining his career in TNA, Angle proved time and again that he was one of the greatest to ever do it. From his technical precision to his captivating promos, Kurt Angle was, and always will be, a once-in-a-lifetime performer who transcended the business and left an indelible mark on wrestling history."

[10.0] "The most believable wrestler to ever step in the squared circle. I'm am eternally grateful that I was alive during his peak."

[10.0] "the most successful guy, the most entertaining, the guy had everything to convince us and this guy proved to me everything I wished for, one of the guys who almost never disappointed me, the best performer, just disappointing for his departure to TNA but this guy remains for me one of the top3 best wrestlers of all time"

[10.0] "The greatest wrestler on the mat. A super technician wrestling machine. Either the attitude era, Smackdown Six, or his TNA run, he was always entertaining and gave it his all in the ring. Kurt Angle is legendary."

[10.0] "Kurt Angle is the greatest PURE wrestler in the history of professional wrestling obviously due to him winning a Gold Medal (with a broken freakin neck) in wrestling, he clears Bret Hart in charisma and personality, he's a better "sports entertainer" than Shawn Michaels, seamlessly able to fluctuate from face to heel, goofball to maniacal wrestling machine, and an endless list of great matches and classic moments. IMO Kurt Angle is the greatest of all time"