Today in Pro Wrestling History (April 1): 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 April 1.
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, April 1, 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: April 1
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2023 | |
| Apr 1, 2023 | |
| Apr 1, 2022 | |
| Apr 1, 2022 | |
| Apr 1, 2022 | |
| Apr 1, 2022 | |
| Apr 1, 2022 | |
| Apr 1, 2018 | |
| Apr 1, 2017 | |
| Apr 1, 2017 | |
| Apr 1, 2016 | |
| Apr 1, 2016 | |
| Apr 1, 2015 | |
| Apr 1, 2012 | |
| Apr 1, 2011 | |
| Apr 1, 2007 | |
| Apr 1, 2006 | |
| Apr 1, 2006 | |
| Apr 1, 2001 | |
| Apr 1, 1991 | |
| Apr 1, 1990 | |
| Apr 1, 1982 |
Video Games Released on This Day
| Game | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2004 | |
| Apr 1, 2001 | |
| Apr 1, 1991 | |
| Apr 1, 1990 |
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Apr 1, 1995 (30 years old) | |
| Apr 1, 1995 (31 years old) | |
| Apr 1, 1989 (37 years old) | |
| Apr 1, 1980 (45 years old) | |
| Apr 1, 1971 (54 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 |
|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2017 | |
| Apr 1, 2001 | |
| Apr 1, 1998 | |
| Apr 1, 1998 | |
| Apr 1, 1954 | |
| Apr 1, 1950 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2021 | |
| Apr 1, 2020 | |
| Apr 1, 2017 | |
| Apr 1, 2004 | |
| Apr 1, 1996 | |
| Apr 1, 1974 |
Championships Created on This Day
In our database there are no championships created on this day.
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Ricky Saints | Apr 1, 2025 |
 |  | VacantStephanie Vaquer relinquished the title due to also holding the NXT Women's Championship. | Apr 1, 2025 |
 |   | The Unholy UnionAlba Fyre & Isla DawnDuring this reign, Fyre & Dawn were drafted to SmackDown with the titles as a result of the 2023 WWE Draft. | Apr 1, 2023 |
 |  | Indi HartwellDuring this reign, Hartwell was drafted to Raw with the title as a result of the 2023 WWE Draft. | Apr 1, 2023 |
 |  | Rhea RipleyThe title became exclusive to Raw following the 2023 WWE Draft. The title was renamed as Women's World Championship on June 12, 2023. | Apr 1, 2023 |
 |   | Kevin Owens & Sami ZaynThe titles were collectively defended (together with the Raw Tag Team Championship) on any brand as the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship. | Apr 1, 2023 |
 | | Kevin Owens & Sami ZaynThe titles were collectively defended (together with the SmackDown Tag Team Championship) on any brand as the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship. | Apr 1, 2023 |
 |  | Carmelo Hayes | Apr 1, 2023 |
 |  | Wheeler Yuta | Apr 1, 2022 |
 |  | Minoru Suzuki | Apr 1, 2022 |
 |   | FTRCash Wheeler & Dax Harwood | Apr 1, 2022 |
 |   | The Young BucksMatt Jackson & Nick Jackson | Apr 1, 2017 |
 |  | Asuka | Apr 1, 2016 |
 |   | American AlphaChad Gable & Jason Jordan | Apr 1, 2016 |
 |  | Sheamus | Apr 1, 2012 |
 |  | Big Show | Apr 1, 2012 |
 |   | Wrestling's Greatest Tag TeamCharlie Haas & Shelton Benjamin | Apr 1, 2011 |
|  | The Undertaker | Apr 1, 2007 |
 | Big Bully DouglasDefeated Ricky Murdock in a rematch to win the vacant title. | Apr 1, 2006 | |
 |  | Bubba Ray Dudley | Apr 1, 2002 |
|  | Kane | Apr 1, 2001 |
 |   | Edge & ChristianEdge & Christian | Apr 1, 2001 |
 |  | Chyna | Apr 1, 2001 |
 |  | "Stone Cold" Steve Austin | Apr 1, 2001 |
 |  | Eddie Guerrero | Apr 1, 2001 |
 |  | GoldustDefeated Savio Vega in a rematch for the vacant title. Aired on tape delay on April 22, 1996. | Apr 1, 1996 |
 |    | DemolitionDemolition Ax, Demolition Smash & The American NinjaCrush joined Demolition during this reign, and the Freebird Rule is invoked. | Apr 1, 1990 |
 |  | The Ultimate Warrior | Apr 1, 1990 |
 | | VacantWarrior relinquished the title after winning the WWF Championship in order to focus on defending the latter. | Apr 1, 1990 |
 |  | The Masked SuperstarWon a tournament to win the vacant title. | Apr 1, 1980 |
 | Steve Travis | Apr 1, 1980 | |
 |  | Ric Flair | Apr 1, 1979 |
| Don Kent | Apr 1, 1975 | |
| Mighty AtlasThe title history is unrecorded from May 1957 to April 1958. | Apr 1, 1958 | |
Tournaments Won on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Madcap Moss | Apr 1, 2022 |
 |  | Mr. Kennedy | Apr 1, 2007 |
 |  | André the Giant | Apr 1, 1982 |
Promotions Created on This Day
| Promotion | Established On |
|---|---|
| Apr 1, 1940 |
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