Author: Today in Pro Wrestling History: On July 6th, 1998, WCW United States champion Bill Goldberg defeats Hollywood Hulk Hogan to capture the WCW World Heavyweight title on Monday Nitro.
Today in Pro Wrestling History (July 6): Goldberg Defeats Hulk Hogan for WCW Title
A capacity crowd at the Georgia Dome saw Goldberg continue his televised winning streak and hold both coveted titles aloft to close the show in an iconic moment.
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