So long, legends

WITH the retirement of "Nature Boy" Ric Flair at Wrestlemania XXIV, it seems better late than never to say farewell to another wrestling legend, Aussie veteran Wayne "Lofty/Punisher" Pickford.

His farewell match took place atUWA Punishment on Sunday, February 24 at Seven Hills/Toongabbie RSL. Pickford challenged UWA Ultimate champion Will Phoenix and put his career on the line. Just like in a match held several weeks later, Phoenix won and The Punisher's long career was over.

It was a strong match and a great way for Lofty to end his career, which began when he was trained by original Fabulous Kangaroo Roy Heffernan many, many years ago.

A great old-school heel, Pickford always added that extra element of heel magic to any show he was on. And he was a hard-hitting bastard, too.

Loved yer work, Lofty. Enjoy your retirement.