Bunce's Tales of the Extraordinary - Takhti - Iran’s Wrestling Hero

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The story of Iran’s most famous and decorated sportsman, the Olympic Gold Medalist, Gholamreza Takhti. He was a hero to the nation and to the WWE legend, the Iron Sheik.

Broadcaster and Journalist Steve Bunce tells Caroline Barker about the dark places he had to visit in order to research the Wrestling Hall of Famer, Takhti's battle with the Shah of Iran and the mystery surrounding his death.

Steve also takes us to Sheffield and a visit with WWE Wrestler Ric Flair.

Published on Saturday, 9th December 2017.

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