Vladimir Kalashnikov

 Vladimir Josep Kalashnikov  (20th November 1942 - ) Is a Soviet-born Russian Retired Professional Wrestler and Trainer. He was born in Kiev, Ukraine. He wrestled under his own name.

Early Life
Kalashnikov was born in Kiev, Ukraine on 20th November 1942.

Gimmick
Kalashnikov was an out and out bruiser, he was a pioneer in the style whereby Boxing prowess was brought into the wrestling world. He combined this style with the military traditon of his family to come across as a Soviet Enforcer.

Style
A combination of classic mat wrestling and boxing prowess in the ring made him a formidable opponent. He was known for focussing on the shoulders and the head.

Wrestling Career
Vladimir Kalashnikov was inducted into the IFW Hall of Fame in 2003.

Basic Information

 * Hometown: Kiev, Soviet Union
 * Height: 6'4"
 * Weight: 268lbs

Backroom Career
Kalashnikov is an accomplished trainer, training many of the IFW's finest. He tends to train European wrestlers and Europe-based wrestlers as he is based in Europe.
 * Blood Red Sandman
 * Sergei Kalashnikov
 * Krakken
 * Drimacus McLeod
 * Templar
 * Travis Williams

Personal Life
He has a son, Sergei Kalashnikov and his uncle is Mikhail Kalashnikov, the inventor of the AK-47.