Giant Haystacks

Giant Haystacks was an English professional wrestler known for his massive size and popularity in the British wrestling scene.

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Profession :

Wrestler

Birthday :

October 10, 1946

Death Date:

November 29, 1998

Age :

52

Martin Austin Ruane, also known as Giant Haystacks, was a renowned English professional wrestler recognized for his immense size and agility. He rose to fame during the 1970s and 1980s, becoming a prominent figure in British wrestling. Haystacks held the title of British Heavyweight Champion twice and participated in high-profile matches against legends like Big Daddy and Big Van Vader. He also made appearances in television shows and movies such as “Bullseye!” and “Grange Hill.” Sadly, Haystacks passed away in 1998 at the age of 51.

Haystacks’ career extended beyond the UK, as he briefly competed in Japan’s Frontier Martial-Arts Wrestling (FMW) in the early 1990s. He faced local wrestlers and formed a tag team with fellow British wrestler Kendo Nagasaki.

Some of Giant Haystacks’ other notable achievements and works include:

1. Wrestling under various ring names, including Giant Haystaks, Giant Luke Haystacks, Loch Ness, and Loch Ness Monster.
2. Competing in the 1988 CWA (Germany) Bremen Cup.
3. Participating in All Star Wars events for AJPW in 1985.
4. Engaging in a feud with Kendo Nagasaki in 1991, culminating in a famous match in Croydon.
5. Showcasing signature wrestling moves such as the big splash and the steamroller.

Note: Giant Haystacks’ date of birth is not included in the summary.