As we reported earlier this week here on eWn, the US Express (Mike Rotunda & Barry Windham) will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
Taking to Twitter, Triple H posted a video of himself informing the duo about their upcoming induction. He captioned the video with,
“From the very first #WrestleMania… to the WWE Hall of Fame. Mike Rotunda & Barry Windham are a legendary tag team with deep family ties to our business, and their influence will be felt for generations to come. It was an honor to tell the US Express that they’re #WWEHOF bound.”
From the very first #WrestleMania… to the WWE Hall of Fame.
Mike Rotunda & Barry Windham are a legendary tag team with deep family ties to our business, and their influence will be felt for generations to come.
It was an honor to tell the US Express that they’re #WWEHOF bound. pic.twitter.com/PT4m7rQVIt
— Triple H (@TripleH) March 8, 2024
The US Express to be Inducted into WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2024
In exciting news for wrestling fans, the legendary tag team known as the US Express, consisting of Mike Rotunda and Barry Windham, will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2024. This announcement was made by none other than Triple H himself, who took to Twitter to share a video of him informing the duo about their upcoming induction.
The US Express has left an indelible mark on the world of professional wrestling, with their careers spanning several decades. They have been a part of some of the most memorable moments in wrestling history, including their participation in the very first WrestleMania. Their impact on the industry is undeniable, and their influence will continue to be felt for generations to come.
What sets the US Express apart is not only their incredible in-ring abilities but also their deep family ties to the wrestling business. Both Mike Rotunda and Barry Windham come from wrestling families, with Rotunda being the son-in-law of WWE Hall of Famer Blackjack Mulligan and Windham being the son of WWE Hall of Famer Blackjack Mulligan and the brother of WWE Hall of Famer Kendall Windham. Their lineage speaks volumes about their dedication and passion for the sport.
Mike Rotunda, also known by his ring name IRS (Irwin R. Schyster), had a successful solo career in addition to his tag team endeavors. He held multiple championships throughout his career, including the WWE Tag Team Championship and the WWE United States Championship. Rotunda’s technical skills and versatility in the ring made him a formidable opponent for any competitor.
Barry Windham, on the other hand, is widely regarded as one of the most talented wrestlers of his time. He possessed a unique combination of size, strength, and agility that made him a force to be reckoned with. Windham’s accomplishments include multiple tag team championship reigns and a successful singles career, during which he held the prestigious NWA World Heavyweight Championship.
The induction of the US Express into the WWE Hall of Fame is a testament to their contributions to the wrestling industry. Their dedication, talent, and impact on the sport have earned them this well-deserved honor. Fans around the world will celebrate their induction and remember the legacy they have left behind.
As Triple H stated in his tweet, it was an honor to inform the US Express about their upcoming induction. The WWE Hall of Fame ceremony will undoubtedly be a memorable event, as fans and fellow wrestlers come together to pay tribute to this legendary tag team. The US Express will forever be remembered as pioneers in the world of professional wrestling, and their legacy will continue to inspire future generations of wrestlers.