Randy Savage and Bill Dundee’s Real-Life Parking Lot Brawl
Inside the brutal Macho Man Randy Savage and Bill Dundee parking lot brawl that left one man with a broken face.
Jim Cornette
WWE Louisville 1996 House Show That Nearly Fell Apart
A full WWE house show card in Louisville was advertised. By bell time, almost no one on the roster had made it to the building.
Action Mike Jackson: Ageless Wonder Still Wrestling in His 70s
Still wrestling in his 70s, Action Mike Jackson revisits the territory era, fan violence, and his TNA return in a rare, unfiltered interview.
The Montreal Screwjob: REAL Truth on Who Screwed Bret Hart
The Montreal Screwjob at Survivor Series 1997: Was Vince McMahon alone in screwing Bret Hart? Years on, the truth emerges.
Southwest Championship Wrestling: The Wrestling Territories
Southwest Championship Wrestling: Behind San Antonio’s legendary territory that launched Tully Blanchard, Gino Hernandez, and Shawn Michaels.
Atsushi Onita and FMW: Japan’s Extreme Wrestling Revolution
From busted rings to sold-out stadiums, Atsushi Onita turned FMW into Japan’s most extreme wrestling promotion and a cultural phenomenon.
Pro Wrestling Stories’ Bobby Mathews Joins Gerald Brisco and JBL
Pro Wrestling Stories author Bobby Mathews joins WWE Hall of Famers JBL and Gerald Brisco to talk wrestling history on their podcast.
nWo vs. DX: 10 Times They Indirectly Competed
Discover 10 times nWo and DX indirectly competed: secret clashes, betrayals, and behind-the-scenes battles that rewrote wrestling history.
25 Pro Wrestling Feuds Cut Short By Real Drama
These 25 pro wrestling storylines were cut short by injuries, politics, and creative changes that left fans wanting more of a payoff.
1983 St Louis Wrestling War McMahon Won Doing Nothing
In 1983, two wrestling promotions destroyed each other in St. Louis while Vince McMahon watched, waited, and won everything.
Pro Wrestling Shoot Interviews: How One Lie Changed Everything
One vengeful promoter shattered it all. See how that moment sparked the tell-all era of pro wrestling shoot interviews.
Billy Jack Haynes: From WWE Hero to Accused Killer
Once an ’80s WWE star, Billy Jack Haynes hid a world of trauma, conspiracy, and murder claims. Discover the shocking truth behind the legend.
Ultimate Warrior vs. Triple H: A 99-Second WrestleMania Disaster
At WrestleMania 12, Ultimate Warrior crushed Triple H in 99 seconds, igniting years of animosity and behind-the-scenes backlash.
Larry Sweeney: Wrestling’s Sweet and Sour Tragedy
“Sweet and Sour” Larry Sweeney had it all. But, his tragic fall left wrestling with one of its greatest lost legends and “What ifs?”
36 Pro Wrestling Terms You Rarely Hear Anymore
Unlock the secret code of 36 pro wrestling terms rarely heard today and the hidden meanings behind the lingo that once ruled the ring!
15 Unsung Feuds of WWF’s New Generation Era
15 top rivalries of WWF’s New Generation era that captivated fans but never got the spotlight they deserved. Wrestling nostalgia at its best!
Brawl For All: WWE’s Failed Boxing Experiment
WWE’s 1998 Brawl For All blended wrestling with boxing but ended in chaos, injuries, and ruined careers. Discover the story behind the chaos.
Today in Pro Wrestling History (September 24): Kurt Angle joins TNA Wrestling
TNA announces the signing of Kurt Angle and a new timeslot for Impact Wrestling, marking a significant turning point for the company.
The Black Scorpion: WCW’s Great Unmasking Failure
WCW’s Black Scorpion storyline promised mystery but delivered failure. Explore the disaster that almost derailed Sting’s first title reign.
Today in Pro Wrestling History (September 10): Two Sets of Gold for the Midnight Express
The time when Midnight Express held both the NWA United States Tag Team Championship and the NWA World Tag Team Championship simultaneously.
When Brock Lesnar Pushed Jim Cornette to His Breaking Point
Tensions escalated when Brock Lesnar, during his time at OVW, squeezed Jim Cornette’s wife, Synn, despite her asking him not to.
‘Big Boss Man’ Ray Traylor’s Secret Life & Tragic Final Days
Ray Traylor, AKA The Big Boss Man, built a career on hard work and dedication. But unexpected tragedy struck at the height of his success.
Today in Pro Wrestling History: (June 14): The ‘Birds Take the Big Belts
In 1989, the Fabulous Freebirds made history by winning the NWA World Tag Team Championship in a classic match against the Midnight Express.
Mantaur Mike Halac: Untold Tales of a Gentle Powerhouse
Dreams die hard. Even at age 55, Mantaur Mike Halac was contemplating returning to the ring before he abruptly, tragically passed away.
‘The Spoiler’ Don Jardine: Secret Life Behind the Mask
‘The Spoiler’ Don Jardine headlined worldwide. Later, he inspired a young Undertaker. Here are tales about his career and notorious temper!
Rise and Sad Demise of The Midnight Express
The faces in The Midnight Express changed over time, but the train kept rolling. This is the story of the tag team’s rise and tragic…
11 Wrestling Managers Who Deserve Some Love
The following wrestling managers deserve a bit of our love by making professional wrestling exceptionally better by being a part of it!
Matt Morgan: From Rising Star to WWE Departure
At 7’0″ and 300lbs, Matt Morgan should have ascended to the very top of the WWE. Which begs the question: what went wrong?
6 Times Professional Wrestlers Were Blinded
“The eyes are the windows to the soul!” What follows are several examples of incidents where wrestlers were blinded in or out of the ring!
Mid-South Wrestling Association | The Wrestling Territories
Mid-South Wrestling Association was one of the hottest wrestling promotions of the 1980s. Its ultimate demise leaves its mark in history.
Bobby Eaton: Secret History of a Beautiful Wrestler
All Bobby Eaton wanted to do was be a wrestler. He did that, and then some. We remember one of the nicest guys in the…
Bruiser Bedlam: Wrestler Ion Croitoru’s Secret Life of Crime
Peers described Ion Croitoru (Johnny K-9, Bruiser Bedlam) as the happiest guy in the locker room. His life would lead to a tragic conclusion.
Bobby Heenan and Nick Bockwinkel Incident in Chicago
In 1975, a terrifying situation occurred in Chicago, and Bobby Heenan, Nick Bockwinkel, and Verne Gagne were lucky to leave with their lives.
New Jack: Secret History on Wrestling’s Most Violent Man
New Jack made a name for himself as one of the business’s most dangerous and unpredictable wrestlers. This is his shocking story!
Tracy Smothers – The Wild-Eyed Southern Boy Who Wrestled Bears!
Tracy Smothers prayed before facing a 550-pound bear a second night in a row. The Humane Society and The World Wildlife Fund looked on.
Steel Cage: 11 Memorable Structures and Its History in Wrestling
It’s the most enduring gimmick match in wrestling! Here’s a detailed history of 11 steel cage structures used over the years.
Chris Hyatte – RIP to the Most Entertaining Man in the Room
Chris Hyatte died. This time it was for real. Maybe. He’d died maybe a hundred Internet deaths. Hyatte was a lightning rod for readers and…
Owen Hart’s Death: What Really Happened, From Those There
Wrestlers reflect on Owen Hart’s tragic death, the dark truths of WWE’s fatal mishap, and Vince McMahon’s controversial decision.
Curtain Call: Jim Cornette on The Kliq’s Disrespect for Vince McMahon
This curtain call forever changed the face of wrestling. “It was the day four friends irreversibly disrespected Vince McMahon!”
Shawn Michaels and Vader | How HBK Sabotaged Vader’s WWF Career
After the feud of Shawn Michaels and Vader which culminated at SummerSlam 1996, Vader’s career in the WWF was never the same.
MLW: Cornette and Schiavone Contract Updates, Animosity with AEW?
Court Bauer of MLW gives an update on the contract situation with Jim Cornette and Tony Schiavone as well as discusses MLW’s relationship with AEW.
Jimmy Snuka and the Death of Nancy Argentino
Jimmy Snuka and the death of Nancy Argentino is a sobering story filled with possible cover-ups and the needless death of a young woman.
Why I Became a Wrestler: Roddy Piper, Jake Roberts, and More
Roddy Piper, Blackjack Mulligan, and Jake Roberts share what inspired them to become professional wrestlers.
Blackjack Mulligan: The Night a Fan Stabbed Him
Blackjack Mulligan was a West Texas roughneck known to take no nonsense from anybody. But on this night, he could not protect himself.
Real Pro Wrestling Stories with Jim Cornette and Brandon Easton
“Before the interview, disaster struck!” Behind the curtain with Real Pro Wrestling Stories writers Jim Cornette and Brandon Easton.
Jim Cornette and The Midnight Express Attack Baby Doll
Jim Cornette and The Midnight Express attacking Baby Doll was one of the most vile moments in professional wrestling history.
Brickhouse Brown – Passes Away After Initially Kicking Out From Death
We are sad to report that Brickhouse Brown has, in fact, passed away on July 29, 2018 after initially kicking out from death nine days…
Buddy Landel: The Wrestler With Most Wasted Potential?
A reader asked: Which wrestler had the most wasted potential? Learn why our pick is Buddy Landel and how poor decisions derailed his career.
Bam Bam Bigelow – “Was He a Main Eventer?” | Ask PWS
Did attitude and politics get in the way of Bam Bam Bigelow becoming a main eventer? We answer this and more in this edition of…
The View From the Ring: Tales from a Wrestling Referee
After 10 years away, our writer and wrestling referee, Bobby Mathews chronicles what it was like to make a return to the indy scene.