10 Most Realistic Wrestlers In The World Right Now

Toothless Timothy is one of the last practitioners of the classic catch-as-catch-can style. Taking inspiration from old guard greats such as Billy Robinson, Thatcher is committed to maintaining authenticity in his grappling and mat work. The man himself has opined that he is not an entertainer but someone who entertains crowds with his sport.

While such strict adherence to kayfabe and detail may seem bizarre to some in the shoot and reality-based modern era of wrestling, it has set Thatcher apart over the years. In EVOLVE, with a title run that seemed almost eternal, the former Ringkampf member wound up alienating many fans with his relentless reliance on slow burn limb work and grappling. While the offence and style all looked very believable, it reminded many of the importance of emphasising the entertainment side of sports entertainment.

In 2022, the snarling menace is a free agent. While his more gradual-paced work is polarising, his brawling is best in the world calibre. Look no further than his ferocious 2018 throwdown with WALTER in Progress Wrestling. Thatcher's uppercuts and ground and pound make for sadistically harsh viewing. His selling of pain and delirium is also convincingly off-putting. With a face that further sells the legitimacy of his wars (any takes on how many times that nose has been crushed?), Thatcher could slot into any promotion tomorrow as an old school niche act.

A blast from a distant past, Timothy Thatcher's commitment to realism is commendable.