Today in Pro Wrestling History (October 12): 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 October 12.
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, October 12, 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: October 12
PPV & Special Events on This Day
| Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2025 | |
| Oct 12, 2024 | |
| Oct 12, 2019 | |
| Oct 12, 2018 | |
| Oct 12, 2017 | |
| Oct 12, 2017 | |
| Oct 12, 2015 | |
| Oct 12, 2014 | |
| Oct 12, 2009 | |
| Oct 12, 2008 | |
| Oct 12, 2002 | |
| Oct 12, 1973 |
Video Games Released on This Day
| Game | Release Date |
|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2010 | |
| Oct 12, 1999 |
Wrestlers Born on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Birth |
|---|---|
| Oct 12, 1989 (36 years old) | |
| Oct 12, 1972 (52 years old) | |
| Oct 12, 1970 (55 years old) |
Wrestlers Who Died on This Day
| Wrestler | Date of Death |
|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2022 aged 36 | |
| Oct 12, 2014 aged 78 | |
| Oct 12, 1983 aged 57 |
Wrestler Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2013 | |
| Oct 12, 2002 | |
| Oct 12, 2002 | |
| Oct 12, 1996 | |
| Oct 12, 1984 | |
| Oct 12, 1966 | |
| Oct 12, 1966 | |
| Oct 12, 1966 | |
| Oct 12, 1955 |
WWE Debuts on This Day
| Wrestler | Debut Date |
|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2016 | |
| Oct 12, 2016 | |
| Oct 12, 2015 | |
| Oct 12, 2009 | |
| Oct 12, 2002 |
Championships Created on This Day
In our database there are no championships created on this day.
Title Changes on This Day
| Title | Wrestler | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  | Brian Cage | Oct 12, 2024 |
 |  | Jon MoxleyLosing the title, the former champion Bryan Danielson retires from full-time in-ring competition. | Oct 12, 2024 |
 |  | Konosuke Takeshita | Oct 12, 2024 |
 |  | Orange CassidyDuring his reigns, the title changes name to "AEW International Championship" | Oct 12, 2022 |
 |  | Carmelo HayesHayes cashed in the Breakout tournament title match. At New Year's Evil Hayes defeated Roderick Strong to unify the NXT Cruiserweight Title into the NXT North American Title. | Oct 12, 2021 |
 |   | The Street ProfitsAngelo Dawkins & Montez FordAs a result of the 2020 WWE Draft, The New Day were drafted to Raw while then-Raw Tag Team Champions The Street Profits were drafted to SmackDown. To keep the branded championships on their respective brands, the two teams exchange championships. | Oct 12, 2020 |
 |   | The New DayKofi Kingston & Xavier WoodsAs a result of the 2020 WWE Draft, then-SmackDown Tag Team Champions The New Day were drafted to Raw while The Street Profits were drafted to SmackDown. To keep the branded championships on their respective brands, the two teams trade championships. | Oct 12, 2020 |
 |  | Kelly Klein | Oct 12, 2019 |
 |  | Tomohiro Ishii | Oct 12, 2015 |
 | Carson | Oct 12, 2012 | |
 |  | Melina | Oct 12, 2009 |
|  | Jillian Hall | Oct 12, 2009 |
 |  | Sting | Oct 12, 2008 |
 | VacantJoe Nelson / Chance Prophet was stripped of the title by the NWA Board of Directors due to injury. | Oct 12, 2007 | |
 |  | Big Boss ManThis was a triple threat match also involving Big Show / Paul Wight. Aired on tape delay on October 14, 1999. | Oct 12, 1999 |
 |  | Ken ShamrockDefeated X-Pac in a tournament final for the vacant title. | Oct 12, 1998 |
 |  | Bret "The Hitman" Hart | Oct 12, 1992 |
 |  | Baron von RaschkeDuring this reign, the title was renamed as "NWA Television Championship" after he was billed as having won a tournament for all the regional NWA Television Champions. | Oct 12, 1977 |
Tournaments Won on This Day
In our database there are no tournaments won on this day.
Promotions Created on This Day
In our database there are no promotions created on this day.
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