Career
After an unsuccessful business career, Salman spent five years as a professional wrestler in Japan. Hashimikov made his debut against his friend Zangrief on February 22, 1989 in a five-minute exhibition match that ended in a draw between the two former amateur world champions. On May 25 of that year Hashimikov defeated Big Van Vader to become the first European to hold the IWGP Heavyweight Championship.
His reign was short lived as he lost the championship in his first defense only 48 days later, to Riki Choshu.
In December, 1990 Hashimikov and Zangriev travelled to the United States for their first, and only wrestling show, the 1990 Starrcade. At Starrcade they participated in the Pat O"Connor memorial tag team tournament.
In the first round they defeated the team of Danny Johnson and Troy Montour representing Canada. In the second round the Russian team lost to NJPW representatives Mr.
Saito and The Great Muta.
Upon his return to Japan Hashimikov began working for UWF International in 1993 and 1994. Finishing moves
Water Wheel Drop (Double leg back body drop)
New Japan Pro Wrestling
IWGP Heavyweight Championship (1 time).