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“Hogan Paul”: Fans Go Bonkers as Logan Paul Pays an Unexpected Tribute to Hulk Hogan at SummerSlam

Published Aug 5, 2023 | 8:43 PM EDT

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The Biggest party of the summer began with a bang in Detroit, Michigan. The opening match at SummerSlam itself was a show stealer, with Logan Paul going up against Ricochet. Although, the match included several impressive spots, one specific moment caught the attention of the fans.

As the match was midway fans witnessed it take shades from The Rock vs Hulk Hogan from several years ago. ”The Maverick” Logan Paul would legitimately start imitating The Hulkster. He would perform Hulkster’s moves, and more infamously his taunts. This moment brought the fans to the edge of their seats and they reacted on social media.

Fans react to Logan Paul’s tribute to Hulk Hogan

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No sooner did Logan Paul start imitating Hulk Hogan, fans rushed to their digital screens to react to this infamous moment. Despite including several impressive spots, and a controversial finish, the unexpected tribute to Hogan stole the show.

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From imitating his taunts to even his moves, Paul had it all.

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Here are some of the top reactions:

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SummerSlam 2023 began with a win for Logan Paul, and it remains to be seen what is next for the YouTuber-turned-wrestler

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With a rather unusual ‘return of Hulk Hogan during this match, what was your favorite moment from the match Let us know in the comments.

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Shounak Chakrabarti

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Shounak Chakrabarti is a WWE writer at EssentiallySports who brings a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for detail to his analysis of professional wrestling. With a deep passion for the sport that dates back to his childhood, Shounak has immersed himself in every aspect of the industry, from the career trajectories of WWE superstars to their personal lives and beyond. As a journalism graduate, Shounak is a firm believer in the power of digital journalism to provide fans with a unique perspective on pro wrestling.
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Sherjeel Malik