Five thoughts heading into Sunday’s Nigeria Pro Wrestling Federation show
The NPWF is back in action this Sunday, June 13th in Abuja, Nigeria. So far, we know the match card but don’t know the main event. We also know that the National Security, Peace and Unity trophy will be decided in the show’s main event. We do have some guesses though and some other insights into Sunday’s National Security, Peace and Unity Championship. Here are 5 thoughts heading into Sunday’s NPWF show.
Remembering Major-X; Star of India’s Wrestle Square passes away at 22
Wrestle Square out of India has shared some tragic news on their Facebook page. Star wrestler Major-X has passed away at the age of 22.
New catch fetiche (voodoo wrestling) match posted featuring two of The Congo’s biggest stars
A new video of some Congolese catch action has been uploaded to YouTube. The video features two matches and both utilize the catch fetiche/voodoo wrestling style that has been made famous in the DRC.
Ahead of National Security Championship, Nigerian wrestlers talk tough
Wrestlers under the stable of the Nigeria Pro wrestling Federation (NPWF) have been talking tough and challenging themselves in preparation of the National Security, Peace and Unity Wrestling Championship
Nigerian born Tokyo wrestling heavyweight champion reigns supreme in Japan
Randy won the Tokyo Championship Wrestling Southern Hemisphere heavyweight wrestling championship title match by defeating Rionne Fujiwara in a fierce battle in 2019 and he dedicated his historic win to God almighty for the grace to compete at that level and to the Ondo state Governor Rotimi Akeredolu Aketi.
France’s APC announces return to action after nearly a year hiatus
Pro wrestling in Europe continues to provide good news when it comes to wrestling promotions returning to action following extended breaks due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Argentina’s Legion Nueva Era and Catch Argentino reaffirm partnership and promise big things with new joint statement
Two of Argentina’s most promising indie promotions have released an announcement regarding their intentions to continue to work together.
REW Pakistan title changes hands despite ongoing Covid-19 hiatus
Revolution Eastern Wrestling has stayed busy during their recent forced hiatus due to a Covid-19 outbreak in the area. Whether they’ve been planning for the future by scheduling a joint show with the Turkish Wrestling Association or teasing Kurt Angle’s REW debut, REW is staying busy given the limited options that are available to them during Covid-19 lockdown.
Promo video for June 13 Nigeria Pro Wrestling Federation show and full match card released
A brand new promotional video for this coming Sunday’s National Security, Peace and Unity Wrestling Championship event has been released.
Nigerian wrestlers ready to rumble in Abuja for national security, peace and unity
In an effort to promote national security, peace and unity in Nigeria, the executive team of the Nigeria Pro Wrestling Federation (NPWF) has taken it upon themselves to organize the National Security, Peace and Unity Pro Wrestling Championship in Nigeria to emphasise the need for security measures, peaceful co-existence, unity and mutual understanding in Nigerian communities.
India’s Wrestle Square is back with a new match following Covid-19 induced hiatus
The major independent company out of Noida, Uttar Pradesh is back to action following a short break with a new match that’s available on YouTube. Check it out!
Portuguese wrestler David Francisco announces launch of new UK-based wrestling promotion
For those who know David Francisco, you know this would be an almost inevitable step, once the conditions were right for this.
Malaysia’s APAC Wrestling releases season finale special
This event is the culmination of the third season of studio wrestling shows that APAC has been putting on throughout the course of the pandemic.
Pakistan’s REW and Turkey’s TWA planning first ever “Pakistan vs. Turkey” show
Despite their inability to currently hold live shows due to the Covid-19 situation in Pakistan, Revolution Eastern Wrestling is staying busy and planning big things for the future.
Happy birthday to our Chief Correspondent in Africa, Olusesan Olukoya!
Today is a very special day at WrestleMap as we are celebrating the 56th birthday of our Chief Correspondent in Africa, Olusesan Olukoya!
Pro wrestling is heading to Nicaragua for the first time, courtesy of Mexican indie Lucha Memes
On July 31st, Lucha Memes will hold a show at Polideportivo El Brigadista in Matagalpa, Nicaragua and in the process will hold the first ever pro wrestling show in the country of Nicaragua.
Canadian Wrestling’s Elite to celebrate 12th anniversary with first iPPV event
The Winnipeg, Manitoba based Canadian Wrestling’s Elite is planning a belated celebration of their 12th anniversary on June 12th. To celebrate the big anniversary, CWE will be heading to iPPV for the first time.
Nigeria Pro Wrestling Federation releases updated poster for upcoming June 13 show
More details of the upcoming National Security, Peace and Unity Wrestling Championship set for Abuja, Nigeria on June 13th are coming available as the date approaches. With this new information comes a new, updated poster from the Nigeria Pro Wrestling Federation.
Memorial Day Weekend quick news tidbits
Hello everyone! After taking the long holiday weekend (Memorial Day, USA) off, we’re doing our best to catch up with the wide world of international pro wrestling today! Instead of firing out multiple posts, in an attempt to catch up to the fast moving world of pro wrestling, we’ve consolidated some smaller news stories into one post!
Quebec promotion planning ‘dumbest match ever’ and looking for help
Inter Species Wrestling, a promotion based out of Quebec, Canada that’s probably best known for its unique match types and lightheartedness, is planning what it’s calling “the dumbest wrestling match ever.”
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