Wrestling
Israeli MMA fighter Shimon Smotritsky earns unanimous decision win at 559 Fights 120 - interview
"When I fight like myself, freely, and without trying to entertain someone or try to hype the crowd up and do all this nonsense, I’m the best version of myself," Smotritsky says.
WWE changes name of October 7 event after Israeli criticism for 'Invasion' name
Wrestling with history: Bringing ancient Chinese martial arts to Israel
Disney subsidiary ESPN purchases WWE US streaming rights for $1.6b. over five year period
Iran wrestling champions praises Adolf Hitler
Iranian-Norwegian journalist: "Iranian Government has made Jew hate so normal that there is no limit to how far one can go!"
Wrestling in Israel: A look at local pro wrestling scene and its history
Though its fan base is far smaller than in other countries, pro wrestling still holds a place in Israel with a small but passionate fan base - and with a surprising history in the country.
Purim Shpiel: Government falls, next PM to be chosen in battle royale
The following is a satirical article from The Jerusalem Post's annual parodic Purim page, The Jerusalem Roast. Enjoy!
Past Holocaust comments surface, Brian Kendrick pulled from AEW debut
Kendrick, who has been a known name in wrestling circles since 1999, has since apologized for the comments.
US bans ‘Death to America' Iranian regime wrestler from match in Texas - report
Wrestler Alireza Dabir was denied a visa for entry into the US.
Fears for disappeared Iranian wrestler who supported Navid Afkari
"Several Iranian security agents went to the wrestling club and asked for him."
WWE drops trademark for Gunther Stark, a known Nazi
WWE repacked WALTER with the name Gunther, no last name added, when he debuted for NXT 2.0. However, it seems there were plans to name him Gunther Stark, who was a known Nazi.
After 'Death to America' chant, Iranian athletes want to cancel wrestling match
An organization of world-class Iranian athletes is urging USA Wrestling to cancel a February match with Iran's squad after "Death to America" chants.
Iran’s wrestling president says ‘Death to America’ before US match
Iranian-American athletes urge "American wrestlers and athletes to react to such incidents."
Iran powerlifter defects to avoid wearing T-shirt of terrorist Soleimani
"Open secret in international sports circles that the Iranian government won't allow its athletes to compete against Israelis."
