Today in Pro Wrestling History (April 8): 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 April 8.
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, April 8, 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: April 8
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2023 | |
| Apr 8, 2021 | |
| Apr 8, 2021 | |
| Apr 8, 2018 | |
| Apr 8, 2012 | |
| Apr 8, 2011 | |
| Apr 8, 1995 |
Video Games Released on This Day
| Game | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 8, 1999 |
Wrestlers Born on This Day
In our database there are no wrestlers born on this day.
Wrestlers Who Died on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Death |
|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2014 aged 54 |
Wrestler Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2005 | |
| Apr 8, 1995 | |
| Apr 8, 1985 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2022 | |
| Apr 8, 2013 | |
| Apr 8, 2008 | |
| Apr 8, 1971 |
Championships Created on This Day
In our database there are no championships created on this day.
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |   | Aussie OpenMark Davis & Kyle Fletcher | Apr 8, 2023 |
 |  | SANADA | Apr 8, 2023 |
| | SANADA | Apr 8, 2023 |
 |  | VacantTitle was vacated because of Nash Carter's release. | Apr 8, 2022 |
 |  | Karrion Kross | Apr 8, 2021 |
 |  | Becky Lynch | Apr 8, 2019 |
 | | Becky Lynch | Apr 8, 2019 |
 |  | Cedric AlexanderDefeated Mustafa Ali in a tournament final to win the vacant title. The title then became exclusive to 205 Live. | Apr 8, 2018 |
 |   | The Bludgeon BrothersHarper & Rowan | Apr 8, 2018 |
 |  | Braun Strowman & NicholasStrowman was obligated to find a partner for the match and chose Nicholas, a 10-year old boy from the live audience. | Apr 8, 2018 |
 |  | Jinder MahalThe title became exclusive to the Raw brand following the first night of 2018 WWE Superstar Shake-up. | Apr 8, 2018 |
 |  | Seth Rollins | Apr 8, 2018 |
|  | Nia Jax | Apr 8, 2018 |
 | Arrick Andrews | Apr 8, 2017 | |
 | Mustang Mike | Apr 8, 2017 | |
 |  | Dolph ZigglerCashed in the Money in the Bank contract. | Apr 8, 2013 |
 |  | Wade Barrett | Apr 8, 2013 |
 |  | Spike DudleyThe title was renamed WWE European Championship on May 5, 2002. | Apr 8, 2002 |
 |  | Yoshihiro Tajiri | Apr 8, 2000 |
 |  | Eddy Guerrero | Apr 8, 1995 |
 |   | The Public EnemyRocco Rock & Johnny Grunge | Apr 8, 1995 |
 |   | Gorilla Monsoon & "Cowboy" Bill Watts | Apr 8, 1965 |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Naomi | Apr 8, 2018 |
 |  | Matt Hardy | Apr 8, 2018 |
Promotions Created on This Day
| Promotion | Established On |
|---|---|
| Apr 8, 1994 |
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