The man later known as Ultimate Warrior began his professional wrestling career in late 1985, but became most accomplished during his time in the World Wrestling Federation from 1987 to 1992 and again in 1996. First capturing the WWF Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship in 1988, he shared considerable fame throughout his title reign that was comparable to professional wrestling's biggest superstar, Hulk Hogan.
In January of 1990, Hulk Hogan was in his second reign as the WWF World Heavyweight Champion after he defeated Randy Savage on April 2, 1989 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Hogan had starred in the the film, No Holds Barred which was released by New Line Cinema on June 2, 1989 and many of Hogan's 1989 matches after June involved Randy Savage and/or promotion for the film. As WWF Champion, Hogan was a favorite to win the 1990 Royal Rumble.
With Hulk Hogan looking to make more films, and the World Wrestling Federation moving into the new decade of the 1990s, the company needed and wanted a new top superstar. Originally the honor was offered to New Holds Barred star Zeus (real name Tom Lister, Jr.), however he declined. Despite having future '90s WWF Champions (i.e. Bret Hart, Shawn Micheals) on the 1990 roster, very few of the approximately 50 professional wrestlers outside of Randy Savage and the Ultimate Warrior had 1990 WWF Championship potential at the time. The 1990 Royal Rumble and the encounter with Hulk Hogan would place the Ultimate Warrior in the perfect position to become the next top star and WWF Champion.
Hulk Hogan faces off against the Ultimate Warrior
Sean Mooney discussing the 1990 WWF Royal Rumble
Classic Promos from the WWF Royal Rumble Participates
The 1990 Royal Rumble can be seen on the WWE Network by clicking http://network.wwe.com/video/v31345259/milestone/31357153 or at http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x5d80ep
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