Today in Pro Wrestling History (January 22): 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 22.
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 22, 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 22
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 22, 2023 | |
| Jan 22, 2021 | |
| Jan 22, 2018 | |
| Jan 22, 2017 | |
| Jan 22, 2012 | |
| Jan 22, 2011 | |
| Jan 22, 1995 | |
| Jan 22, 1994 |
Video Games Released on This Day
| Game | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 22, 2001 |
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Jan 22, 1967 (58 years old) | |
| Jan 22, 1957 (69 years old) | |
| Jan 22, 1954 (72 years old) | |
| Jan 22, 1905 |
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 22, 2021 | |
| Jan 22, 2021 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 22, 2014 | |
| Jan 22, 2010 | |
| Jan 22, 1994 | |
| Jan 22, 1979 |
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 Hurt SyndicateBobby Lashley & Shelton Benjamin | Jan 22, 2025 |
 |  | Keith Lee | Jan 22, 2020 |
 |  | The Miz | Jan 22, 2018 |
 |  | Chavo GuerreroWith Chavo being a member of the SmackDown roster, the title becomes shared between SmackDown and ECW. | Jan 22, 2008 |
 |    | Triple XChristopher Daniels, Low Ki & Elix SkipperAlthough Low Ki & Skipper won the title, all three members of Triple X were recognized as champions under the Freebird Rule. | Jan 22, 2003 |
 |  | Raven | Jan 22, 2001 |
|  | Al Snow | Jan 22, 2001 |
 |  | Test | Jan 22, 2001 |
 |  | Owen HartDefeated The Artist Formerly Known As Goldust / Dustin Rhodes, who was dressed as Triple H; however, Commissioner Slaughter awards the title to Hart considering Goldust / Dustin Rhodes as a substitution for Triple H. | Jan 22, 1998 |
 |  | "Macho Man" Randy Savage | Jan 22, 1996 |
 |   | Sting & Lex Luger | Jan 22, 1996 |
 |   | The 1-2-3 Kid & Bob "Spark Plugg" HollyDefeated Bam Bam Bigelow & Tatanka in a tournament final to win the vacant title. | Jan 22, 1995 |
 |  | Jeff Jarrett | Jan 22, 1995 |
 |  | The Magnificent Muraco | Jan 22, 1983 |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Shawn Michaels | Jan 22, 1995 |
|   | Lex Luger & Bret "The Hitman" Hart & [co-winners]Hart and Luger co-won the match by last eliminating each other. Luger unsuccessfully used his shot at WrestleMania X against the WWF Champion Yokozuna. , then the same night Hart successfully used his shot to win the WWF Championship. | Jan 22, 1994 |
Promotions Created on This Day
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