Today in Pro Wrestling History (February 28): 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 February 28.
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, February 28, 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: February 28
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Feb 28, 2026 | |
| Feb 28, 2025 | |
| Feb 28, 2023 | |
| Feb 28, 2021 | |
| Feb 28, 2020 | |
| Feb 28, 2009 | |
| Feb 28, 1997 |
Video Games Released on This Day
| Game | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Feb 28, 1997 |
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Feb 28, 1997 (28 years old) | |
| Feb 28, 1997 (28 years old) | |
| Feb 28, 1977 (48 years old) | |
| Feb 28, 1977 (48 years old) | |
| Feb 28, 1973 (52 years old) | |
| Feb 28, 1972 (53 years old) | |
| Feb 28, 1972 (53 years old) | |
| Feb 28, 1965 (60 years old) | |
| Feb 28, 1963 | |
| Feb 28, 1953 (72 years old) | |
| Feb 28, 1942 (83 years old) |
Wrestlers Who Died on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Death |
|---|---|
| Feb 28, 2025 aged 53 | |
| Feb 28, 2024 aged 72 |
Wrestler Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Feb 28, 2023 | |
| Feb 28, 2015 | |
| Feb 28, 2009 | |
| Feb 28, 1986 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Feb 28, 2019 |
Championships Created on This Day
In our database there are no championships created on this day.
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Finn Bálor | Feb 28, 2022 |
 |  | El DesperadoDefeated El Phantasmo and BUSHI in a 3-way match to win the vacant title. | Feb 28, 2021 |
 |  | Kenny King | Feb 28, 2013 |
 | Ryan Mitchell | Feb 28, 2008 | |
|  | James Storm | Feb 28, 2008 |
 |  | GoldustTook place in the backstage area. | Feb 28, 2002 |
 |    | 3 CountShane Helms, Shannon Moore & Evan KaragiasHelms, Moore & Karagias defeated Brian Knobbs simultaneously in a match, and as a result, WCW allowed the Freebird Rule in which all three wrestlers were able to defend the title. | Feb 28, 2000 |
 |  | Bobby EatonThis was a loser leaves town match. Sweet Brown Sugar later reappeared as the masked Stagger Lee (Koko Ware). | Feb 28, 1983 |
 |  | Angelo Savoldi | Feb 28, 1958 |
Tournaments Won on This Day
In our database there are no tournaments won on this day.
Promotions Created on This Day
In our database there are no promotions created on this day.
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