Professional Wrestling

Professional Wrestling

Description
Description

Professional wrestling, often known as pro wrestling, is a form of entertainment combining athletics with theatrical performance. It involves scripted matches with predetermined outcomes, focusing on storytelling and characters rather than genuine competitive sport. Wrestlers, portraying heroes ("faces") or villains ("heels"), engage in matches that include a mix of grappling, aerial maneuvers, and sometimes even props. Skills required include athleticism, acting ability, and the capacity to engage an audience. Matches typically end with pinfalls, submissions, count-outs, or disqualifications.

Major promotions like WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) in the United States and NJPW (New Japan Pro-Wrestling) in Japan are well-known. Pro wrestling is popular globally, particularly in the United States, Japan, Mexico (where it's known as "lucha libre"), and parts of Europe. It's a unique blend of sport and theatre, attracting fans with its dramatic narratives and athletic spectacle.

History
History

Professional wrestling started in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of carnival attractions, where wrestlers would challenge members of the public. Initially, these matches were legitimate contests, but over time, they became more scripted and theatrical to ensure entertainment value and to protect the wrestlers from injury. This blend of athleticism and performance art gained widespread popularity, particularly in the United States, Japan, and Mexico.

By the mid-20th century, television played a significant role in boosting the sport's popularity. The creation of characters and storylines led to the emergence of major wrestling promotions like WWE, which turned professional wrestling into a global entertainment phenomenon, complete with larger-than-life personalities and dramatic narratives.

Future
Future

Professional wrestling is set to continue its evolution, embracing new technologies and audience engagement. With the rise of streaming platforms and social media, promotions are expanding their reach, offering fans more content and interactive experiences. The blending of real-life stories with wrestling narratives, as seen in promotions like AEW (All Elite Wrestling), is likely to become more prominent. Wrestlers are increasingly crossing over into mainstream media, contributing to the sport's broader appeal.

Additionally, there's a growing focus on inclusivity, with women's wrestling gaining more recognition. These trends indicate that professional wrestling will remain a dynamic form of entertainment, combining athleticism, storytelling, and digital innovation to engage audiences worldwide.

Common Questions
Common Questions
Who invented professional wrestling?


Pro wrestlers Ed Lewis, Billy Sandow, and Toots Mondt promoted themselves in 1920 causing the first professional wrestling matches. Not until 1930 did the sport become legitimate. Ed, Billy, and Toots paved the way to today’s wrestling and other combat sports seen on television.


Why is pro wrestling popular?

The brute strength, eye candy, flying acrobatic combat, and portrayed characters causes for an entertaining show. Wrestlers aren’t only doing bare fighting, they use other objects; such as chairs, ladders, and stools to beat their opponents.

When did pro wrestling become fake?

During the 1930s, pro wrestling started with its modern theatrics and moved away from its true competition. Although wrestling isn’t necessarily fake, the fighter already knows who will be winning and losing the fight. Tons of practice has been done to give the best possible fight and experience to the fans.

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6’5” | 1.96 m
May 2, 1972
Dwayne Johnson
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Dwayne Johnson
5’11” | 1.80 m
209 lb | 95 kg (Contest)
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Joan Marie Laurer
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Joan Marie Laurer
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467 lb | 212 kg
June 22, 1963
John Tenta (Earthquake)
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John Tenta (Earthquake)
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Kurt Angle
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Kurt Angle
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February 10, 1971
Lisa Marie Varon
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Lisa Marie Varon
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240 lb | 109 kg (Contest)
August 10, 1964
Nicole Bass
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Nicole Bass
8’ | 243.8 cm (Top Rope)
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Professional Wrestling Ring
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5’6.5” | 1.69 m
129 lb | 59 kg (Contest)
June 21, 1955
Rachel McLish
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Rachel McLish
5’7” | 1.70 m
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Ronda Rousey
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Ronda Rousey
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
Drawings of Dwayne Johnson in a range of positions labeled with overall height

Dwayne Johnson was born in California in 1972. Johnson began his career as a professional wrestler for the World Wrestling Federation, where he became known as his charismatic alter-ego, The Rock. He is considered one of the best professional wrestlers of all time and has won numerous world titles. He then moved into acting, appearing in action blockbusters including The Mummy, The Scorpion King, and The Fast and The Furious. More recently, he voiced the character of Maui in the Disney film, Moana.

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has a height of 6’5” (1.96 m).

Dwayne Johnson was born in California in 1972. Johnson began his career as a professional wrestler for the World Wrestling Federation, where he became known as his charismatic alter-ego, The Rock. He has since moved onto acting in numerous Hollywood roles in a variety of action films.

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has a height of 6’5” (1.96 m).

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson
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Nationality: United States
Years Active: 1990–1995 (Football); 1996–2004; 2011–2019 (Pro Wrestling); 1999–Present (Acting) 

Given Name
Dwayne Douglas Johnson
Birthday
May 2, 1972

Drawings include:
Dwayne Johnson front (casual), side (walking, casual), front (formal), standing (exercise)

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Ronda Rousey
Scaled height comparison illustration of Ronda Rousey in relation to other mixed martial arts fighters

Ronda Rousey is an American sports icon with several titles: actress, author, professional wrestler besides former professional judoka, and mixed martial artist. She is on contract with the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). She won a bronze medal in judo in the 2008 summer Olympics and was the last Strikeforce Women’s Bantamweight Champion and defending Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Women’s Bantamweight Champion after it brought Strikeforce. She has been instituted in the UFC Hall of Fame and is the only woman to have titles in both the UFC and WWE Championship. She has a record win of twelve in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), and three Amateur records. She was recognized for her gripping skills and grounding opponents with sweeps and hip throws.

Ronda Rousey has a height of 5’7” (1.70 m) and a reach of 68” (1.73 m).

Set of illustrations of Ronda Rousey in various MMA and pro wrestling poses measured with overall height
Ronda Rousey is an American sports icon with several titles: actress, author, professional wrestler besides former professional judoka, and mixed martial artist. She is on contract with the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). She won a bronze medal in judo in the 2008 summer Olympics.

Ronda Rousey has a height of 5’7” (1.70 m) and a reach of 68” (1.73 m).

Set of illustrations of Ronda Rousey in various MMA and pro wrestling poses measured with overall height
Ronda Rousey
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Nationality: United States

Weight Class: Featherweight, Bantamweight

Reach: 68” | 1.73 m

Years Active: 2010-2016

Birthday
February 1, 1987

Drawings include:
Ronda Rousey standing, stance, fighting

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John Tenta (Earthquake)
Set of scaled height illustrations of various sumo wrestlers compared to John Tenta

John Tenta was a Canadian sumo wrestler and also a professional wrestler. In his first appearance in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), he was known as Earthquake, while in sumo wrestling, he used the name Kototenzan. Tenta switched to professional wrestling from sumo wrestling to become a big star in WWF, taking home the WWF Tag Team Championship when he partnered with Typhoon. He went by the name Avalanche in WCW and Golga in his return to WWF and The Shark in All Japan Pro Wrestling. John became a two-time UWA Heavyweight Champion and an NWA Canadian Heavyweight Champion.

John Tenta had a height of 6’7” (2.01 m) and wrestled at a weight of 467 lb (212 kg).

Collection of pro wrestling drawings of John Tenta (Earthquake) measured with overall height
John Tenta was a Canadian sumo wrestler and also a professional wrestler. In his first appearance in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF), he was known as Earthquake, while in sumo wrestling, he used the name Kototenzan. Tenta switched to professional WWF wrestling from sumo wrestling.

John Tenta had a height of 6’7” (2.01 m) and wrestled at a weight of 467 lb (212 kg).

Collection of pro wrestling drawings of John Tenta (Earthquake) measured with overall height
John Tenta (Earthquake)
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Nationality: Canada

Years Active: 1985-1987 (Sumo); 1987-2004 (Pro Wrestling)

Death: June 7, 2006

Birthday
June 22, 1963

Drawings include:
John Tenta standing, stance, pro wrestling, sumo wrestling

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Rachel McLish
Group of scaled height illustrations of various bodybuilders compared to Rachel McLish

Rachel McLish is probably among the few American female bodybuilding champions who actively held up the role of a physically powerful woman in both professional bodybuilding competitions and in films. Born Rachel Livia Elizondo McLish, she is also an author and actress inspired by Lisa Lyon to contest bodybuilding to promote her recently launched health club. She won the inaugural United States Championships in 1980. Rachel was a resilient force that never passed below the third position in any contest and appeared in eight competitions besides being the first to receive the Ms. Olympia title granting her admittance into the famous International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Hall of Fame.

Rachel McLish has a height of 5’6.5” (1.69 m) and competes in bodybuilding with a contest body weight of roughly 129 lb (59 kg).

Series of elevation drawings of Rachel McLish in multiple bodybuilding poses measured with overall height
Rachel McLish is probably among the few American female bodybuilding champions who actively held up the role of a physically powerful woman in both professional bodybuilding competitions and in films. Born Rachel Livia Elizondo McLish, she is also an author and actress.

Rachel McLish has a height of 5’6.5” (1.69 m) and competes in bodybuilding with a contest body weight of roughly 129 lb (59 kg).

Series of elevation drawings of Rachel McLish in multiple bodybuilding poses measured with overall height
Rachel McLish
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5’6.5” | 1.69 m
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129 lb | 59 kg (Contest)
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Years Active: 1980-1984

Birthday
June 21, 1955

Drawings include:
Rachel McLish standing, bodybuilding poses

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Professional Wrestling Ring
Elevation drawing of a Professional Wrestling Ring with pro wrestlers and dimensions

The Professional Wrestling Ring is a sports construction used by professional wrestlers for a variety of wrestling match types. A wrestling ring construction consists primarily of a wood and plank stage that is covered by canvas mat and foam padding or shock-absorbing material, and high steel beam.

There are ring ropes around the ring held up by turnbuckles and not tethered together. The traditional professional wrestling ring is four-sided, but there are also six-sided rings with opponents standing on either end of the ring or in the middle while striking or grappling. Professional wrestling rings are mainly for indoor wrestling events, but there are also those portable once used outdoors.

Professional Wrestling Rings have a length and width inside the ropes of 20’ (6.1 m) for a total area of 400 ft² (37.2 m²). The ring has an outer apron of 1’ (30.5 cm) and mat height of 40” (101.6 cm). The height of the top rope of a Pro Wrestling Ring is 8' (243.8 cm) and the ropes are spaced 18" (45.7 cm) apart.

Dimensioned plan drawing of a Professional Wrestling Ring measured with length and width
The Professional Wrestling Ring is a sports construction used by professional wrestlers for a variety of wrestling match types. A wrestling ring construction consists primarily of a wood and plank stage that is covered by canvas mat and foam padding or shock-absorbing material, and high steel beam.

Professional Wrestling Rings have a length and width inside the ropes of 20’ (6.1 m) for a total area of 400 ft² (37.2 m²). The ring has an outer apron of 1’ (30.5 cm) and mat height of 40” (101.6 cm). The height of the top rope of a Pro Wrestling Ring is 8' (243.8 cm) and the ropes are spaced 18" (45.7 cm) apart.

Dimensioned plan drawing of a Professional Wrestling Ring measured with length and width
Professional Wrestling Ring
Height:
8’ | 243.8 cm (Top Rope)
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20’ | 6.1 m
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20’ | 6.1 m
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400 ft² | 37.2 m²

Mat Height: 40” | 101.6 cm
Rope Spacing: 18” | 45.7 cm
Rope Thickness: 1”-1.5” | 2.5-3.8 cm
Post Diameter: 6” | 15.2 cm
Ring Apron Width: 1’ | 30.5 cm
Overall Area: 484 ft² | 45 m²
Surface Materials: Wood plank structure; foam padding; canvas cover; fiber rope with tape wrap or steel cable with rubber case; padded turnbuckles

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Drawings include:
Professional Wrestling Ring plan, side elevation (wrestlers)

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