Today in Pro Wrestling History (January 29): 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 29.
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 29, 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 29
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2022 | |
| Jan 29, 2022 | |
| Jan 29, 2021 | |
| Jan 29, 2017 | |
| Jan 29, 2012 | |
| Jan 29, 2012 | |
| Jan 29, 2010 | |
| Jan 29, 2006 | |
| Jan 29, 2004 | |
| Jan 29, 1992 |
Video Games Released on This Day
In our database there are no video games released on this day.
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Jan 29, 1986 (40 years old) | |
| Jan 29, 1963 (62 years old) | |
| Jan 29, 1959 (67 years old) |
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 29, 2016 | |
| Jan 29, 2006 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Jan 29, 1996 |
Championships Created on This Day
| Title | Established On |
|---|---|
| Jan 29, 1975 |
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Bobby Lashley | Jan 29, 2022 |
 |  | R-Truth | Jan 29, 2019 |
 |  | Neville | Jan 29, 2017 |
|  | John Cena | Jan 29, 2017 |
 |   | Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson | Jan 29, 2017 |
 |   | John Cena & Shawn Michaels | Jan 29, 2007 |
 |  | John Cena | Jan 29, 2006 |
 |  | Gregory HelmsHelms, who was on the Raw roster, moved to SmackDown! after winning the title. | Jan 29, 2006 |
 |  | Konnan | Jan 29, 1996 |
 |  | The Minnesota Wrecking CrewOle Anderson & Gene AndersonOn a TV taping in Raleigh, The Andersons were said to be headed to San Francisco to participate in a tournament (fictitious) to crown new NWA World Tag Team Champions, then they appeared with the belts on television the next week. | Jan 29, 1975 |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Ronda RouseyUnsuccessfully used the shot at WrestleMania 38 against the WWE SmackDown Women's Champion Charlotte Flair. | Jan 29, 2022 |
|  | Brock LesnarUnsuccessfully used the shot at WrestleMania 38 against the WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns (Lesnar also lost his WWE Championship). | Jan 29, 2022 |
 |   | The BroserWeightsMatt Riddle & Pete DunneSuccessfully used the shot at NXT TakeOver: Portland against the NXT Tag Team Champions The Undisputed Era (Bobby Fish & Kyle O'Reilly). | Jan 29, 2020 |
|  | Randy Orton | Jan 29, 2017 |
 |  | Sheamus | Jan 29, 2012 |
 |  | Rey MysterioSuccessfully used the shot at WrestleMania 22 against the World Heavyweight Champion Kurt Angle and Randy Orton. | Jan 29, 2006 |
 | Baron von Hagen | Jan 29, 2006 | |
Promotions Created on This Day
| Promotion | Established On |
|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2010 | |
| Jan 29, 1975 |
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