Not only is this one of the better Piper matches committed to film, but it’s one of Sawyer’s best matches—and a launching point for two masters of the dog collar match.

Hall of Famer "Rowdy" Roddy Piper, the kilt-wearing trash-talker who headlined the first WrestleMania, has died at the age of 61, WWE announced Friday.

"Rowdy" Roddy Piper is described as one of the best heels of his generation -- and according to some, of all time -- but behind the scenes, Roderick Toombs was a beloved figure in pro wrestling.

When Roddy Piper makes these lists, he’s generally at the back end. Few would argue that he was the greatest of his era. He didn’t have very many, if any, five-star matches to his name.