Today in Pro Wrestling History (January 26): 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 January 26.
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, January 26, 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: January 26
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 26, 2025 | |
| Jan 26, 2024 | |
| Jan 26, 2023 | |
| Jan 26, 2022 | |
| Jan 26, 2021 | |
| Jan 26, 2020 | |
| Jan 26, 2020 | |
| Jan 26, 2019 | |
| Jan 26, 2019 | |
| Jan 26, 2017 | |
| Jan 26, 2014 | |
| Jan 26, 2008 | |
| Jan 26, 2007 |
Video Games Released on This Day
| Game | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 26, 2017 |
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Jan 26, 1992 (34 years old) | |
| Jan 26, 1987 (38 years old) | |
| Jan 26, 1987 (38 years old) | |
| Jan 26, 1986 (40 years old) | |
| Jan 26, 1984 (41 years old) | |
| Jan 26, 1981 (45 years old) | |
| Jan 26, 1957 | |
| Jan 26, 1934 | |
| Jan 26, 1929 |
Wrestlers Who Died on This Day
In our database there are no wrestlers who died on this day.
Wrestler Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 26, 2019 | |
| Jan 26, 2018 | |
| Jan 26, 2013 | |
| Jan 26, 2008 | |
| Jan 26, 1997 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 26, 1982 |
Championships Created on This Day
In our database there are no championships created on this day.
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |   | The Kabuki WarriorsAsuka & Kairi Sane | Jan 26, 2024 |
 |  | Sammy GuevaraDefeated the returning lineal champion Cody Rhodes in a ladder match to determine the undisputed champion. | Jan 26, 2022 |
 |   | War RaidersHanson & Rowe | Jan 26, 2019 |
 |  | Johnny Gargano | Jan 26, 2019 |
 |  | LashleyOn March 2, 2017, the tltle was renamed to Impact Wrestling World Heavyweight Championship following the renaming of the promotion. | Jan 26, 2017 |
 |   | The New Age OutlawsBilly Gunn & Road Dogg | Jan 26, 2014 |
 |   | No Remorse CorpsDavey Richards & Black Tiger (IV) | Jan 26, 2008 |
 |   | Jushin "Thunder" Liger & Koji Kanemoto | Jan 26, 2003 |
 | Disturbing Behavior Jeff Daniels & Tim Renesto | Jan 26, 2002 | |
 |  | Sid Vicious | Jan 26, 2000 |
|  | Kevin NashAs Commissioner, Nash awarded himself the title. | Jan 26, 2000 |
|  | VacantSid Vicious was stripped of the title by Commissioner Kevin Nash / Diesel due to Sid pinning the wrong Harris Brother. | Jan 26, 2000 |
 |  | Mike RotundaOn November 21, 1988 the NWA's flagship promotion JCP was purchased by Ted Turner and renamed World Championship Wrestling (WCW). | Jan 26, 1988 |
 |   | The Hart FoundationBret "The Hitman" Hart & Jim Neidhart | Jan 26, 1987 |
 | Jerry Stubbs | Jan 26, 1981 | |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Charlotte Flair | Jan 26, 2020 |
|  | Drew McIntyre | Jan 26, 2020 |
 |   | Villain EnterprisesPCO & Brody King | Jan 26, 2019 |
 |  | BatistaUnsuccessfully used the shot at WrestleMania XXX against the WWE World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton and Daniel Bryan. | Jan 26, 2014 |
Promotions Created on This Day
In our database there are no promotions created on this day.
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