Gangrel recalls 2004 incident of being burned during entrance
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Gangrel discussed a 2004 incident during a WWE appearance where he suffered burns from his fiery entrance. While rehearsing for a match against The Undertaker, an unexpected backdraft occurred due to changes in the entrance mechanics. Despite serious injuries, he proceeded to wrestle the match after receiving medical attention. Gangrel later required skin grafts and missed several months of action due to the burns.
- •Gangrel recalls being burned during a 2004 WWE match rehearsal.
- •The fire backdraft was caused by a change in entrance equipment.
- •He continued to wrestle despite suffering serious injuries.
- •Gangrel had to undergo skin grafts and missed 3-4 months.
- 2:30 PMWrestling Inc — Gangrel Recalls Being Burned By His Own Fiery Entrance During WWE Appearance
"Gangrel recalls being burned by his own fiery entrance during a 2004 WWE appearance, what caused it, and how he wrestled afterwards despite his injuries
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