Winnipeg Pro Wrestling

Winnipeg Pro Wrestling

Acronym	WPW
Founded	2018
Style	Professional wrestling
Headquarters	Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Owner(s)	Devin Bray & Ben Kissock
Website	Winnipeg Pro Wrestling

Winnipeg Pro Wrestling (WPW) is a Canadian independent professional wrestling promotion. The promotion hosts live events in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada and broadcasts its shows on tape delay on YouTube. As of 2026, WPW has two men's singles championships, one women's singles championship, and one men's tag team championship.

History

Winnipeg Pro Wrestling (WPW) was established in late 2018, holding its inaugural event at the Sherbrook Inn in Winnipeg's West Broadway neighborhood. Following the sell-out of its debut show, the promotion transitioned to larger venues. The company is owned and operated by Devin Bray and Ben Kissock, who have managed day-to-day operations since its inception. ^{[1] [2]}

Since the relaxation of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, the promotion has increased its schedule to approximately five events per year. Its matches, typically held in venues with capacities of several hundred, frequently reach capacity shortly after tickets are released for sale.

WPW utilizes episodic storytelling with continuity across its events. The promotion maintains a roster of over 50 athletes, comprising local performers and out-of-province wrestlers who appear on a regular basis. While focusing on regional talent, WPW has featured guest appearances from internationally recognized wrestlers, including Mercedes Moné, Karl Anderson, and Luke Gallows. The promotion also features a recurring cast of on-screen personnel, including ringside security, backstage interviewers, and announcers. Co-owner Devin Bray portrays the character Gene Spungo, a color commentator distinguished by his signature cowboy hat. ^{[3] [4]}

Since its inception, Winnipeg Pro Wrestling has transitioned from community spaces to major municipal landmarks. The promotion's flagship annual event Rumble at the Burt is held at the Burton Cummings Theatre. It set a promotion attendance record with over 1,600 fans in attendance in 2025.

In addition to its residency at the West End Cultural Centre, WPW has produced events at several prominent Winnipeg venues, including Canada Life Centre, Princess Auto Stadium, Manitoba Museum, the Red River Exhibition, the Winnipeg Art Gallery, the Centennial Concert Hall, and the Winnipeg Railway Museum. ^[5]

Current champions

Championship	Current champion(s)		Reign	Date won	Days held	Location	Notes	Ref.
WPW Championship		Chad Daniels	1	October 19, 2025	103	Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada	Defeated previous champion James Roth and Bobby Schink in a triple threat match at Rumble in The Burt 3.	[6]
WPW Women's Championship		Mercedes Moné	1	October 19, 2025	103		Defeated Jody Threat at Rumble in The Burt 3.	[6]
WPW Tag Team Championship		Nu Money (Bryce Bentley and Scott Ripley The Third)	1	July 18, 2025	196		Defeated one-half of the previous champions Bobby Schink in a 2-on-1 Handicap match at Friday Night Fights.	[7]
WPW 92.1 CITI Championship		Sammy Peppers	1	October 19, 2025	103		Defeated Anderson Tyson Moore in a Ladder match at Rumble in The Burt 3.	[6]

See also

• List of professional wrestling promotions

References

1. Wasney, Eva (September 29, 2023). "Ready to Rumble". Winnipeg Free Press. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
2. Rollason, Kevin (December 9, 2025). "Hollywood actor filming in Winnipeg shows off wrestling prowess". Winniped Free Press. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
3. Bray, Dan (June 20, 2025). "ANNOUNCING RUMBLE IN THE BURT 3". Winnipeg Pro Wrestling. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
4. Swinton, Lyric. "Mercedes Moné's Historic Weekend Ends With 12 Belts And World Title Match Set For Full Gear". Sports Illustrated . Retrieved January 15, 2026.
5. "Events". Winnipeg Pro Wrestling. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
6. "RUMBLE IN THE BURT 3". Winnipeg Pro Wrestling. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
7. "WPW Friday Night Fights". Cagematch. Retrieved January 15, 2026.