From controversies, great matches, and big signings, pro wrestling had another boom period in 2023. Hell froze over when CM Punk went from AEW to WWE, Will Ospreay was a true workhorse, and Impact Wrestling continued to step up its game.
The year 2024 already looks to be a massive one for wrestling, with several big stars looking to get signed while WrestleMania is just around the corner. It will also see the retirement of the legendary Sting.
Before moving forward, we must look behind one last time at all the great moments 2023 had to offer. The Sporting News’ global combat team came together to discuss the year that was in pro wrestling.
Who stood out the most? The Sporting News has your winners of Men’s and Women’s Wrestler of the Year, Match of the Year, and more.
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The results are in…
Men’s Pro Wrestler of the Year
Will Ospreay
Will Ospreay competed in over 70 matches in 2023. Of those matches, The Sporting News had several selected for Match of the Year.
It is therefore only fitting that the busiest man in wrestling wins the 2023 Men’s Wrestler of the Year.
Ospreay started 2023 with a Match of the Year candidate (more on that…
