10 Wrestling Moments That Shocked The World

Professional wrestling is, fundamentally, little more than entertainment. The job of the various men and women who have been employed over the years as writing staff is to delight and entertain those who tune in. Alongside that core premise, there's the need to occasionally shock and stun the watching audience. Over the years, shocking moments have proved vital in sustaining interest. For example, when Scott Hall first appeared on WCW's Monday Nitro program in 1996, wrestling fans were left open-mouthed. It is happenings such as that which this article aims to focus on. Shocking moments doesn't just stop in the realm of kayfabe however, there have also been many born out of reality. Often, reality have been used by wrestling promotions to try and add credibility to a major match or angle. Occasionally, things can get out of hand, just like they did in the Vince Russo-led WCW of 1999/2000. Tinges of real-life can make stories feel massive, but Russo seemed content to use as much reality as he could, and it ruined the surprise more often than aided it. What are the biggest moments in pro wrestling history that shocked and astonished the fans? Some of these moments are ones people will remember fondly, whereas others still leave a bitter taste in the mouths of many, unable to comprehend that they actually happened.