Today in Pro Wrestling History (April 2): 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 2.
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 2, 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 2
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2023 | |
| Apr 2, 2022 | |
| Apr 2, 2022 | |
| Apr 2, 2022 | |
| Apr 2, 2017 | |
| Apr 2, 2016 | |
| Apr 2, 2016 | |
| Apr 2, 2014 | |
| Apr 2, 2011 | |
| Apr 2, 2011 | |
| Apr 2, 2006 | |
| Apr 2, 2005 | |
| Apr 2, 2005 | |
| Apr 2, 2000 | |
| Apr 2, 1998 | |
| Apr 2, 1995 | |
| Apr 2, 1989 | |
| Apr 2, 1989 |
Video Games Released on This Day
In our database there are no video games released on this day.
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Apr 2, 1990 (36 years old) | |
| Apr 2, 1983 (42 years old) | |
| Apr 2, 1982 (43 years old) |
Wrestlers Who Died on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Death |
|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2023 aged 78 | |
| Apr 2, 2010 aged 40 |
Wrestler Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2023 | |
| Apr 2, 2015 | |
| Apr 2, 2008 | |
| Apr 2, 1990 | |
| Apr 2, 1984 | |
| Apr 2, 1979 | |
| Apr 2, 1965 | |
| Apr 2, 1899 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2022 |
Championships Created on This Day
| Title | Established On |
|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2021 |
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |   | Dakota Kai & Raquel González | Apr 2, 2022 |
 |  | Cameron Grimes | Apr 2, 2022 |
 |  | Bianca BelairThe title became exclusive to SmackDown following the 2023 WWE Draft. | Apr 2, 2022 |
 |   | MSKWes Lee & Nash Carter | Apr 2, 2022 |
 |  | Brock Lesnar | Apr 2, 2017 |
 |  | Naomi | Apr 2, 2017 |
 |   | The Hardy BoyzJeff Hardy & Matt Hardy | Apr 2, 2017 |
 |  | Randy Orton | Apr 2, 2017 |
 |  | Kevin OwensThe title became exclusive to SmackDown following the 2017 WWE Superstar Shake-up. | Apr 2, 2017 |
 |  | Colt Cabana | Apr 2, 2011 |
 |  | Jack SwaggerCashed in the Money in the Bank contract. Swagger transferred from Raw to SmackDown upon winning the title. | Apr 2, 2010 |
 |   | The Hardy BoyzMatt Hardy & Jeff HardyDuring their reign, Matt Hardy was a member of the SmackDown roster. | Apr 2, 2007 |
|  | Rey MysterioThe title was referred to as the "World Championship" due to Mysterio not being a heavyweight. | Apr 2, 2006 |
 |  | Mickie James | Apr 2, 2006 |
 |  | John "Bradshaw" Layfield | Apr 2, 2006 |
 |   | B.J. Whitmer & Jimmy JacobsDefeated Jay Lethal & Samoa Joe to win the vacant title. | Apr 2, 2005 |
 |  | Hardcore Holly | Apr 2, 2000 |
|  | Crash Holly | Apr 2, 2000 |
|  | Tazz | Apr 2, 2000 |
|  | Pete Gas | Apr 2, 2000 |
|  | Thrasher | Apr 2, 2000 |
|  | Joey Abs | Apr 2, 2000 |
|  | Rodney | Apr 2, 2000 |
|  | Funaki | Apr 2, 2000 |
|  | Viscera | Apr 2, 2000 |
| | Tazz | Apr 2, 2000 |
 |  | Kevin Northcutt | Apr 2, 2000 |
 |   | Edge & ChristianEdge & Christian | Apr 2, 2000 |
 |  | Chris Jericho | Apr 2, 2000 |
 |  | Chris Benoit | Apr 2, 2000 |
 |   | Owen Hart & Yokozuna | Apr 2, 1995 |
 | Tony Stetson & Larry Winters | Apr 2, 1993 | |
 |   | The Varsity ClubMike Rotunda & "Dr. Death" Steve WilliamsReferee Teddy Long fast-counted Road Warrior Hawk's shoulders on the mat. | Apr 2, 1989 |
 |  | Hulk HoganThe title was renamed WWF Championship in May 1989. | Apr 2, 1989 |
 |  | "Ravishing" Rick Rude | Apr 2, 1989 |
 |  | The Fabulous Moolah | Apr 2, 1968 |
 | The Bastiens Brothers Lou Bastien & Red Bastien | Apr 2, 1960 | |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Jey Uso | Apr 2, 2021 |
|  | Mojo Rawley | Apr 2, 2017 |
 |  | Rob Van DamSuccessfully cashed-in the contract at ECW One Night Stand against the WWE Champion John Cena (the cash-in was announced). | Apr 2, 2006 |
Promotions Created on This Day
| Promotion | Established On |
|---|---|
| Apr 2, 1999 |
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