Today in Pro Wrestling History (December 9): 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 December 9.
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, December 9, 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: December 9
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2023 | |
| Dec 9, 2023 | |
| Dec 9, 2018 | |
| Dec 9, 2017 | |
| Dec 9, 2015 | |
| Dec 9, 2012 | |
| Dec 9, 2011 | |
| Dec 9, 2007 | |
| Dec 9, 2006 | |
| Dec 9, 2001 | |
| Dec 9, 1995 | |
| Dec 9, 1976 |
Video Games Released on This Day
| Game | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Dec 9, 1999 | |
| Dec 9, 1989 |
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Dec 9, 1999 (25 years old) | |
| Dec 9, 1970 (54 years old) | |
| Dec 9, 1968 (56 years old) |
Wrestlers Who Died on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Death |
|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2017 aged 59 |
Wrestler Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2018 | |
| Dec 9, 2016 | |
| Dec 9, 2015 | |
| Dec 9, 2011 | |
| Dec 9, 1994 | |
| Dec 9, 1965 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
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Championships Created on This Day
In our database there are no championships created on this day.
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | VacantNJPW vacated the titles after HENARE suffered an injury. | Dec 9, 2024 | |
 |  | Dragon Lee | Dec 9, 2023 |
 |   | Moustache MountainTrent Seven & Tyler Bate | Dec 9, 2021 |
 |  | Kota Ibushi | Dec 9, 2018 |
 |  | Nick Aldis | Dec 9, 2017 |
 | The Heatseekers Elliott Russell & Sigmon | Dec 9, 2016 | |
 | VacantThe title was held up after Hamada was released from her TNA contract, with the championship not being defended for 30 days used as a storyline reason. | Dec 9, 2010 | |
 |   | Rey Mysterio & Rob Van Dam | Dec 9, 2004 |
 |  | Shinsuke NakamuraDuring this reign, Nakamura defeated Yoshihiro Takayama to unify the IWGP Heavyweight Championship with the NWF Heavyweight Championship at Wrestling World 2004. | Dec 9, 2003 |
 | UnifiedAfter defeating The Rock for the World Championship, Chris Jericho defeated Stone Cold Steve Austin to unify the World Championship into the WWF Championship. The World Championship was retired. | Dec 9, 2001 | |
|  | Chris Jericho | Dec 9, 2001 |
 |  | The Undertaker | Dec 9, 2001 |
 | | Chris JerichoEarlier the same night, Jericho defeated The Rock for the World Championship, unifying both titles; the World Championship was retired and the WWF Championship became the Undisputed WWF Championship. | Dec 9, 2001 |
 |   | Mr. Gannosuke & Tarzan GotoDefeated Cactus Jack & Tiger Jeet Singh in a tournament final to win the vacant titles. They also hold IWA World Tag Team Championship and defend the titles simultaneously. | Dec 9, 1995 |
 |  | The Sandman | Dec 9, 1995 |
 | VacantNelson Royal vacated the title upon retiring from wrestling. During this vacancy, on 1979-12-10, Steve Keirn defeated Chavo Guerrero in the final of a tournament (promoted by Hollywood Wrestling) to seemingly win the vacant title, but NWA did not recognize Keirn as champion; Keirn received recognition from the NWA territories CWF, HW and NJPW, and this unofficial version was later renamed the NWA International Junior Heavyweight Championship. | Dec 9, 1979 | |
 | Paul JonesFor unknown reasons, this reign is not recognized by WWE.com | Dec 9, 1976 | |
 |  | Jack Brisco | Dec 9, 1974 |
 | Victor Rivera & Tony Marino4 days after Bruno Sammartino & The Battman defeat Rising Suns in a title match, but this title change was not recognized Rivera & Marino continued to be recognized as champions. | Dec 9, 1969 | |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Trick Williams & [Men's] | Dec 9, 2023 |
|  | Blair Davenport & [Women's]Unsuccessfully used the shot at NXT New Year's Evil 2024 against the NXT Women's Champion Lyra Valkyria. | Dec 9, 2023 |
 |  | MJFDefeat Orange Cassidy in the final to retain the Diamond Ring. | Dec 9, 2020 |
 | Violent Giants Shuji Ishikawa & Suwama | Dec 9, 2019 | |
 |   | Los Ingobernables de JapónEVIL & SANADASuccessfully used the shot at Wrestle Kingdom 13 against the IWGP Tag Team Champions Guerrillas of Destiny (Tama Tonga & Tanga Loa) and The Young Bucks (Matt & Nick Jackson). | Dec 9, 2018 |
|   | Great Bash HeelTogi Makabe & Tomoaki HonmaSuccessfully used the shot at Wrestle Kingdom 10 against the IWGP Tag Team Champions Bullet Club (Doc Gallows & Karl Anderson). | Dec 9, 2015 |
|   | Keiji Muto / The Great Muta & Joe Doering | Dec 9, 2007 |
|   | Varsity Club 2000Mike Rotunda & "Dr. Death" Steve Williams | Dec 9, 2000 |
|   | Super Generation ArmyKenta Kobashi & Mitsuharu Misawa | Dec 9, 1995 |
Promotions Created on This Day
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