Sydney Mervin "Merv" Batt was a frequent opponent for many foreign wrestlers travelling overseas including NWA World Heavyweight Champions such as one who was called, "probably the greatest champion of the 20th century." by who?
Steve Rickard: Sydney Mervin "Merv" Batt (3 September 1929 – 5 April 2015), best known by his ring name Steve Rickard, was a New Zealand professional wrestler, trainer and promoter. Steve Rickard:  Rickard was a frequent opponent for many foreign wrestlers travelling overseas including NWA World Heavyweight Champions such as Jack Brisco, Dory Funk, Jr., Harley Race and "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair.
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