WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Nash marked the 31st anniversary of his first WWE Championship victory, a moment that stands as one of the fastest title changes in the company’s history. On November 26, 1994, Nash, performing under the name Diesel, defeated Bob Backlund in just eight seconds at Madison Square Garden. This victory transitioned the title from a technical veteran to the towering bodyguard character that Nash had popularized over the preceding year.

Speaking on his Kliq This podcast, Nash expressed appreciation for Backlund’s professionalism during the title switch. Nash acknowledged that ending a championship run is rarely easy for a performer, regardless of the circumstances.

“I’ve said it numerous times, I appreciate him for doing the favor,” Nash stated regarding Backlund. “I

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