Undertaker has redirected his energy towards shaping WWE’s future.

At 60, the Undertaker may no longer be wrestling inside the squared circle, but his presence in WWE remains as strong as ever. The iconic figure, who debuted at the 1990 Survivor Series and retired exactly three decades later, has now added another title to his storied legacy — the first-ever WWE LFG Champion.
This new recognition comes not from an in-ring victory, but from his role on WWE Legends & Future Greats (LFG), a reality show that brings together WWE legends and aspiring superstars. Serving as a coach on the show's first season, the Undertaker guided young talent through intense training and high-pressure matches. While the spotlight was on the newcomers aiming for WWE contracts, it was the Phenom’s exceptional mentorship that earned him the LFG title.
Coaching success fuels a new chapter
The finale of the show, which aired on May 18, featured four finalists — two male and two female competitors — each trained by WWE veterans including Booker T, Bubba Ray Dudley, Mickie James, and the Undertaker. Impressively, the Undertaker had two protégés in the final round: Tyra Mae Steele and Shiloh Hill.
Though Tyra Mae Steele (Team Undertaker) and Jasper Troy (Team Booker T) were awarded contracts and crowned the show’s champions, the Deadman emerged as the top coach. With more finalists under his guidance than any other mentor, he received the LFG Championship belt from WWE legend Shawn Michaels. Unlike traditional titles, this belt is symbolic — designed to honour the most successful coach, not an active wrestler.
Retirement doesn’t stop relevance
Since stepping away from in-ring action at Survivor Series in 2020 — exactly 30 years after his debut — the Undertaker has continued to shape WWE’s future. His influence now lies in nurturing the next generation, rather than delivering chokeslams or tombstones.
Even with the LFG title in hand, WWE has made it clear that the Undertaker is not returning to competition. Although rumours have stirred online about a comeback, the veteran has openly acknowledged that his body is no longer suited for the physical demands of wrestling, despite the occasional temptation.
The legacy lives on
The Undertaker's career remains unmatched. A former multi-time WWE and World Heavyweight Champion, Royal Rumble winner, and pioneer of match types like the Casket Match and Hell in a Cell, his legacy was most prominently marked by a 21-match undefeated streak at WrestleMania.
His induction into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2022 confirmed what fans had always believed — the Deadman belongs among the immortals of the sport. Now, with his LFG Championship, he proves that retirement is not the end but another chapter in a legendary journey.
As WWE LFG returns for its second season on June 22, the next generation of superstars will again learn under the watchful eye of the Phenom. And while he may no longer rise from the ring, the Undertaker’s shadow looms larger than ever.
Published: 20 May 2025, 04:09 pm IST
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