Being the most hated man in wrestling made The Sheik a top attraction—but also a constant target. The outrage he sparked often resulted in violent clashes with fans who believed they were confronting a genuine menace. Blood, Fire and the Original Sheik premieres Tuesday at 10pm ET on @vicetv | Dark Side of the Ring

TONIGHT! 🔥 The Sheik suffered serious injuries during the infamous Barbed Wire Fire Death Match in Japan, reportedly suffering burns over 20% of his body. He returned to the U.S. with his wounds still bandaged, having endured one of the most dangerous matches of his career at nearly 66 years old. Blood, Fire and the Original Sheik premieres tonight at 10pm ET on @VICETV | Dark Side of the Ring

Rob Van Dam remembers the intensity of training with The Sheik—and never knowing if he’d be choked, bitten, bloodied, or invited to dinner. Blood, Fire and the Original Sheik premieres tomorrow at 10pm ET on @vicetv | Dark Side of the Ring

In 1999, Owen Hart fell 80 foot from the rafters in the middle of a WWE pay-per-view event. He died, but the show continued. Here’s exactly what happened, according to the people who were there. Watch DARK SIDE OF THE RING S2 tonight at 10PM on VICE TV UK. | VICE TV