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Jan 26, 2024 · Here is WrestleRank, a projection of the top 60 wrestlers in 2024, with Brandon Caldwell, Mike Coppinger, David Dennis, Arda Ocal, Marc Raimondi and Eddie Maisonet providing analysis.
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- Will Ospreay (NJPW / AEW) The last time we saw a year like Will Ospreay’s 2023 was the halcyon days of the territories, with Ric Flair barnstorming across the country as the NWA World’s Heavyweight Champion.
- Bryan Danielson (AEW) The greatness of Bryan Danielson is proven in that he didn’t need to be healthy for all 12 months to make it to number two on this list.
- Kento Miyahara (AJPW) While Miyahara has been on top of All Japan since 2016, in 2023 he helped to lead it to a resurgence after some weak years battered the company during the pandemic, and Miyhara didn’t even have to dominate the Triple Crown to make it happen.
- Jon Moxley (AEW) Jon Moxley continues to be the heart of AEW, bringing the violence to all of his work. Whether it be the Texas Death match at Revolution against Adam Page, his role in six man tags such as the NEVER Openweight Six Man Tag Team Championship match at Dominion or the Jay Briscoe tribute match at Fight Without Honor, or establishing Orange Cassidy as a legitimate main event threat in All Out’s main event, Moxley brings an intensity to that ring every time out that’s rare in modern wrestling.
- Hiroshi Tanahashi
- Tetsuya Naito
- Johnny Gargano
- Will Ospreay
- Charlotte
- Daniel Bryan
- Seth Rollins
- Aj Styles
- Kenny Omega
- Kazuchika Okada
In the early 2000s, New Japan Pro Wrestling were struggling mightily, but it was due to the work of people like Tanahashi that they've now become the second biggest wrestling company in the world. From his world famous air guitar to his colourful look to his amazing in-ring work, Tanahashi is one of the biggest stars the company has ever had, and h...
When people think of top stars in New Japan, they often forget Tetsuya Naito, but when looking at his body of work over the past few years, it's impossible to deny him a place on this list. Tranquillo is a way of life for Naito, and when watching New Japan, it's impossible to not be drawn to Naito's charisma, unique personality and in-ring style, a...
A few years ago, Johnny Gargano was considered one of the best independent wrestlers in the world, but given what an incredible run he's been on in NXT, there's no denying him a place on this list. In his 4 years with NXT, he's won the Tag Team, North American and NXT Championship, as well as Rivalry of the Year, Match of the Year, several Takeover...
A few years ago, Will Ospreay was nothing but a fantastic high-flier, but over his time in New Japan, he's developed as an overall performer, and the run he's been on over the past 2 years shows that he is the future of that company. The Aerial Assassin is now a great striker, grappler as well as continuing to elevate his aerial arsenal, and as New...
The Women's Revolution has been fantastic for the WWE, as it has helped improve the product immensely (there's still problems, but this has been a great area of improvement), and the star of that is no doubt Charlotte. Sure, The Man has come on strong over the past year, but Charlotte has been stealing the show since she arrived on the main roster,...
Throughout his time on the independent scene, Daniel Bryan was the best technical wrestler in the world, and one of the worlds best, and his time in WWE has done nothing to diminish that standing. Sure, he's been overtaken by Zack Sabre Jr. in the technical wizardry department, but Bryan has added some fantastic characters to his resume, and despit...
Ever since his debut in Ring of Honor all those years ago, Seth Rollins has been proclaimed as a future star in wrestling, and as he stands atop the wrestling world right now, it's hard to deny that the hype was definitely worth it. The Beast Slayer just dethroned Brock Lesnar on the grandest stage that wrestling has to offer, and after his run ove...
AJ Styleshas been long considered the best wrestler in the world, and while he has been surpassed by two younger performers, The Phenomenal One can still get it done at an elite level. 20 years into his career, Styles has taken some of the greatest risks we've ever seen in wrestling, and with his combination of innovative high-flying and technical ...
While this is always going to be a fun debate, most people within the wrestling community can agree that Omega and Okada had arguably the best rivalry in New Japan history, and are the standout picks for #1 and #2 on this list. Whether you like the theatrics and athleticism that Omega brings or the pure striking and psychology of Okada, there's no ...
While Kenny Omega possesses the over the top theatrics inside the ring, Kazuchika Okadais a classic main event star in Japan, with striking, storytelling and flashy entrances making him a top star. Combine all this with a great look, believability in the main event slot and the amount of incredible bouts with the likes of Omega, Tanahashi, Naito an...
- Bianca Belair. The EST of WWE is one of the company’s biggest stars, regardless of gender. Prior to her loss to Asuka in May, Bianca was on a record-setting run with the Raw Women’s Championship, becoming the longest-reigning champion in that title’s history.
- Asuka. Now, the woman who Iyo could find herself feuding with soon, it's Asuka. Asuka is one of WWE's most reliable stars, both in the ring and on the mic, with her intense promos in Japanese standing out on the shows.
- Iyo Sky. Here, we find the current WWE Women's Champion, Iyo Sky, who is one of the most iconic performers that Japanese women’s wrestling has ever seen.
- Sheamus. Having somewhat of a career resurgence in recent times, forming The Brawling Brutes appears to have revitalised the Sheamus’ career. Fans are still clamouring to see the three-time WWE Champion complete the set and add the IC title to his resumè, with two unsuccessful attempts at the golf within the last year.
- Roman Reigns. 8,406 votes. Roman Reigns has become one of the most polarizing figures in WWE today, despite being at the top of the company for several years now.
- Seth Rollins. 7,785 votes. Seth Rollins is widely regarded as one of the industry's most significant talents, showcasing unmatched athleticism, technical skill, and charisma.
- Randy Orton. 6,971 votes. Randy Orton, son of wrestling legend Cowboy Bob Orton, has been mesmerizing WWE audiences with his cold, calculating demeanor and smooth wrestling style since his debut in 2002.
- AJ Styles. 7,515 votes. AJ Styles has risen through the ranks of professional wrestling to become one of the most respected and accomplished performers in WWE today.
Jan 9, 2023 · A distinguished panel of pro wrestling experts comes together to produce the 2022 FSM 50, a list of the 50 best wrestlers in the world.
Dec 28, 2022 · Jamie Hayter. Top three matches of 2022: Battle of the Belts III vs. Thunder Rosa; Full Gear vs. Toni Storm; Dynamite vs. Hikaru Shida. The breakout star of the year, Jamie Hayter feels like an...
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