6 superstars you didn't know competed for the WWE Championship
In WWE, there is no prize greater, nor more prestigious than the WWE Championship.
Originating in 1963 with 'Nature Boy' Buddy Rogers, the title has gone through various changes, from the classic winged eagle design of the Hulkamania era to the smokin' skull title of 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin, to its current eco-sustainable adaptation from Daniel Bryan.
What hasn't changed over the years though, is how superstars have tried to become champion and have their names added to the history books.
But whilst the WWE Universe has seen plenty of great names compete for the gold, including Mick Foley, Pedro Morales, the Iron Sheik, and John Cena, there are some truly bizarre names that have also had a shot at holding the gold.
Here are six WWE Superstars you didn't know once competed for the WWE Championship.
#6 The Brian Kendrick
When Brian Kendrick left Paul London in 2008, the young man gained a whole new attitude.
Now referring to himself as THE Brian Kendrick, the future Cruiserweight Champion gained a cocky new demeanor and his own security guard in Ezekiel Jackson.
What Brian Kendrick also gained along the way, was a shot at the WWE Championship, taking part in the Championship Scramble Match at Unforgiven 2008.
A match where anyone can win the title, though only the champion when the time expires wins, The Brian Kendrick would briefly become WWE Champion during the match.
Pinning Jeff Hardy not long into the match, The Brian Kendrick would hold the title for several minutes, before being pinned by Triple H, who would survive the match and retain the WWE Championship.