Who Is Ivan Drago? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Ivan Drago is a Company-Licensed comic book character, the alter ego of Ivan Vasilyevich Drago, with over 7 comic issue appearances. The Russian amateur boxer and Olympic gold medalist from Rocky IV portrayed by Dolph Lundgren.

Who is Ivan Drago?

Origin Ivan Drago made a name for himself as an amateur boxer and gold medalist. He was known as the "Siberian Express" for his immense strength and PSI behind his punches, numbering over 2,000. Coming to America to prove his superiority over American fighters. They decide Drago will fight a now 42-year-old Apollo Creed . The fight was surrounded by extravagance and splendor as only Apollo could provide. Prior to the fight, James Brown performed "Living in America". The fight was over as soon as it started when, in the second round, Drago would land a flurry of punches that killed Apollo. He then earned the ring name Death From Above.

Key facts

Ivan Drago is of human origin. The character is published by Company-Licensed. With 7 recorded issue appearances, Ivan Drago ranks among the most featured characters in comics.