Kendo Nagasaki Is Training For A Last Match For His 60th Anniversary
Kendo Nagasaki is returning to the ring at the age of 83, 16 years after his last match. He will become one of the oldest wrestlers ever when that happens.
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Les Kellett: The Clown Prince Of British Wrestling
Les Kellett had fans in stitches during the Golden Age of British Wrestling. This earned him the nickname “The Clown Prince of Europe”, as one of the world’s most entertaining professional wrestlers.
Who Were ‘The Opposition’ In British Wrestling?
In British wrestling’s golden age, you had two options. Either you worked for Joint Promotions to you worked for “The Opposition”. These were the two options, and choosing one would define your career in wrestling. Joint Promotions had the coveted weekly TV spot on ITV, headlining World of Sport every Saturday afternoon. They ran hundreds … Read more
William Regal almost launched his own wrestling promotion in 1992
William Regal had the chance to launch is own promotion in 1992 and could have been the man who saved British wrestling
The History Of Women’s Wrestling In Great Britain
Women’s Wrestling in Great Britain dates back to the 1800s, despite a concentrated to remove women from the sport entirely for nearly fifty years
Mitzi Mueller’s Absence Caused Riots In Turkey During Wrestling Show
Mitzi Mueller was supposed to wrestle during a show in Turkey with Orig Williams, but a last-minute cancellation caused the crowd to riot and set the stadium ablaze
A History Of British Wrestling Promotions
British professional wrestling has a storied history that spans over a century, reflecting the evolving tastes and traditions of fans while mirroring societal changes. From the catch-as-catch-can roots of Tom Cannon’s pioneering days to the global phenomenon of promotions like RevPro and Progress Wrestling, the landscape of British wrestling has been shaped by innovation, resilience, … Read more
Before WWE: William Regal’s Rise in the British Wrestling Scene
William Regal is arguably Britain’s most popular wrestling export to the United States. While Drew McIntyre is a former WWE Champion, Regal has had over thirty years in the US since debuting with WCW, working on screen and behind the curtain for WCW, WWE, NXT and AEW. However, his roots will always be in Blighty … Read more
How Peter Thornley Became Kendo Nagasaki
The story of how Peter Thornley transformed into the mystifying masked wrestler known as Kendo Nagasaki is one that is often shrouded in mystery. For years and years, nobody even knew who donned the famous red-and-white mask. Thornley would mask up before he got to the building, even wearing a special mask just for showering. … Read more
British Wrestling’s Most Controversial Moments Ever
British wrestling has seen its fair share of highs and lows over the years, but some moments have left an unforgettable mark on the industry for all the wrong reasons. From tragic in-ring incidents to corporate takeovers that shook the scene, these controversies have sparked heated debates among fans and shaped the future of wrestling … Read more