A Guide to the Language of Professional Wrestling
Ready to move beyond the surface-level chatter and understand the art of professional wrestling on an expert level? Our definitive guide cuts through the noise, providing a clear, authoritative breakdown of the essential language of the ring. From “work” and “shoot” to “booking” and “ring psychology,” mastering this lexicon is the first step to appreciating the craft. Stop just watching wrestling—start analyzing it with Ringside Report.
What Does a Push Mean in Professional Wrestling?
Getting a push in marketing actually means aggressively interrupting customers’ daily lives—but savvy businesses know when this bold strategy backfires spectacularly.
Botch: A Mistake in the Ring
Brutal wrestling botches transform entertainment into career-destroying nightmares. Paralysis and permanent brain damage lurk behind choreographed moves.
What Lies Behind Burying a Pro Wrestler?
Think a wrestler’s path to stardom is just about winning? Think again. This article exposes the hidden forces that can “bury” even the most talented performers in professional wrestling. From ruthless backstage politics and management favoritism to the brutal realities of merchandise sales, injuries, and shifting company priorities, you’ll uncover the complex, often cutthroat reasons why some careers soar while others mysteriously stall. Get the inside scoop on the real “ins and outs” of the wrestling hierarchy!
What Is a Jobber in Pro Wrestling? Enhancement Talent Explained
Why wrestling’s most despised performers are actually the industry’s most valuable assets and earn more respect than champions backstage.
Striking in Pro Wrestling: Punches, Kicks & More
See how WWE punches, kicks, elbows, and aerial strikes create visual impact while keeping performers safe. Here’s the technique behind every strike in pro wrestling.
What Is a Work in Pro Wrestling? The Art of the Predetermined Match
A work is anything scripted or predetermined in pro wrestling: from match outcomes to storylines to crowd manipulation. Here’s how it all works.
Selling in Pro Wrestling: Realistic Pain
Selling in pro wrestling means convincingly reacting to your opponent’s offense — making every strike and slam look real. Here’s what it means, why it matters, and who did it best.
Jiu Jitsu vs. Judo: The Choice
Is judo jiu jitsu? Not exactly, though both trace back to feudal Japan. See how Judo’s throws differ from BJJ’s ground submissions, plus which fits your goals.
From CM Punk’s Sellout to Goldberg’s Return: Unpacking WWE and AEW’s Biggest Stories
Get the full breakdown of a massive week in wrestling! Wrestling Uncensored covers the controversial CM Punk vs. John Cena feud heading to Saudi Arabia, R-Truth’s dark return, and major King of the Ring developments. Plus, find out why AEW’s four-hour Dynamite shows are a chore to watch despite a stacked All In card on the horizon. Hear all the hot takes from Dave and Ben Simon on the latest in WWE and AEW right here.