Today in Pro Wrestling History (January 31): 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 31.
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 31, 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 31
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2026 | |
| Jan 31, 2025 | |
| Jan 31, 2021 | |
| Jan 31, 2010 | |
| Jan 31, 2009 | |
| Jan 31, 1999 | |
| Jan 31, 1998 | |
| Jan 31, 1998 | |
| Jan 31, 1997 | |
| Jan 31, 1990 |
Video Games Released on This Day
| Game | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2003 |
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Jan 31, 1984 | |
| Jan 31, 1966 | |
| Jan 31, 1958 (67 years old) |
Wrestlers Who Died on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Death |
|---|---|
| Jan 31, 1999 aged 61 |
Wrestler Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2015 | |
| Jan 31, 2015 | |
| Jan 31, 2013 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2000 | |
| Jan 31, 2000 | |
| Jan 31, 1997 | |
| Jan 31, 1993 | |
| Jan 31, 1978 |
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 Country GentlemenAJ Cazana & Anthony Andrew | Jan 31, 2023 |
 |  | Peter RosenbergTook place by the panelist table. | Jan 31, 2021 |
|  | R-TruthTook place ringside. | Jan 31, 2021 |
|  | Alicia FoxTook place during the women's Royal Rumble match. | Jan 31, 2021 |
 |   | Nia Jax & Shayna BaszlerWith the establishment of the NXT Women's Tag Team Championship on March 10, 2021, the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship became no longer available to NXT. | Jan 31, 2021 |
 |  | Braun Strowman | Jan 31, 2020 |
 |  | Daniels / Suicide | Jan 31, 2011 |
 |  | Mickie James | Jan 31, 2010 |
 |  | Diamond Dallas Page | Jan 31, 2002 |
 |  | Harvey Wippleman (as Hervina)Hervina was Harvey Wippleman disguised as a woman, and he was recognized as the first man to win the Women's Championship. | Jan 31, 2000 |
 |  | Mankind | Jan 31, 1999 |
 |  | Jushin "Thunder" Liger | Jan 31, 1990 |
 |  | VacantThe title was vacated for undocumented reasons. | Jan 31, 1983 |
 | Les Thornton | Jan 31, 1981 | |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Bianca BelairSuccessfully used the shot at WrestleMania 37 against the WWE SmackDown Women's Champion Sasha Banks. | Jan 31, 2021 |
|  | EdgeUnsuccessfully used the shot at WrestleMania 37 against the WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns and Daniel Bryan. | Jan 31, 2021 |
 |  | EdgeUnsuccessfully used the shot at WrestleMania XXVI against the World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho. | Jan 31, 2010 |
Promotions Created on This Day
| Promotion | Established On |
|---|---|
| Jan 31, 1999 | |
| Jan 31, 1997 |
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