Former professional wrestler Siva Afi has died at the age of 77. Afi, whose real name was Papaliitele Max Amata Taogaga, was remembered by fans as a standout figure from an earlier era of wrestling, with news of his death confirmed by his family.
Afi was widely known for his program with Ric Flair, one of the defining names in the sport. His name remains closely tied to a one-hour time-limit draw with Flair for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, a match that drew major attention and helped cement his place in wrestling history.
Though best known to many modern fans for that rivalry, Afi built a reputation as a respected performer during his time in the ring. His work against top competition made him a memorable presence and left a lasting impression on audiences who followed wrestling during that period.
News of Afi’s passing has prompted sadness across the wrestling community, where he is being remembered for both his in-ring career and his connection to one of the sport’s most notable championship battles. His death marks the loss of another veteran name from wrestling’s past.
