Today in Pro Wrestling History (October 18): Events, Births, Titles and more
Discover what happened today in pro wrestling history with our comprehensive list of events and milestones that took place on October 18.
This page provides a comprehensive list of notable occurrences, including PPV & Special Events, wrestler births and deaths, debuts, championships, title changes, and video game releases.
See all the significant events in the world of professional wrestling that happened on this day, October 18, to learn about key milestones and celebrate important anniversaries. Clicking on each event or wrestler brings you to their detailed pages and profiles.
On This Day In Pro Wrestling: October 18
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2025 | |
| Oct 18, 2020 | |
| Oct 18, 2019 | |
| Oct 18, 2017 | |
| Oct 18, 2015 | |
| Oct 18, 2009 | |
| Oct 18, 1998 |
Video Games Released on This Day
| Game | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Oct 18, 1995 |
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Oct 18, 1982 (43 years old) | |
| Oct 18, 1959 (66 years old) |
Wrestlers Who Died on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Death |
|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2013 aged 82 | |
| Oct 18, 2009 aged 53 |
Wrestler Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2019 | |
| Oct 18, 2015 | |
| Oct 18, 2013 | |
| Oct 18, 2012 | |
| Oct 18, 2005 | |
| Oct 18, 1996 | |
| Oct 18, 1986 | |
| Oct 18, 1985 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2012 |
Championships Created on This Day
In our database there are no championships created on this day.
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Big MamaDefeated Natalia Markova, Tiffany Nieves and Haley J in a 4-way match to win the vacant title. | Oct 18, 2024 |
 |  | Jeff Cobb | Oct 18, 2018 |
 |  | Chase Owens | Oct 18, 2013 |
 |   | The British InvasionBrutus Magnus & Doug Williams | Oct 18, 2009 |
 |   | Team 3DBrother Ray & Brother Devon | Oct 18, 2009 |
 |  | Eric YoungDuring this reign Young renamed the title to TNA Global Championship | Oct 18, 2009 |
 |   | The Filthy AnimalsKonnan & Rey Mysterio Jr. | Oct 18, 1999 |
 |   | The Holly CousinsCrash Holly & Hardcore Holly | Oct 18, 1999 |
 |  | Christian | Oct 18, 1998 |
 |  | X-Pac | Oct 18, 1998 |
 |   | The F.B.I.Little Guido & Tracy Smothers | Oct 18, 1997 |
 | Chris Adams | Oct 18, 1981 | |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Kota IbushiSuccessfully used the shot at Wrestle Kingdom 15 against the IWGP Heavyweight Champion & IWGP Intercontinental Champion Tetsuya Naito. | Oct 18, 2020 |
Promotions Created on This Day
In our database there are no promotions created on this day.
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