10 Things 2015 In Wrestling Will Be Remembered For

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2015 is almost in the history books, and pro wrestling fans will start analysing the past 12 months. The overall feeling regarding the year may be one of doubt, as people express concerns over the direction the company are taking heading into 2016. There's a clear lack of bankable, headline talent, something which WWE's management must surely be aware of themselves. That's not all 2015 will be remembered for, there have been some huge moments throughout the year as a whole. This article is dedicated to exploring those moments, ones which won't soon be forgotten, even when the calendar turns to the new year. In many ways, 2015 could be considered a watershed moment for some, but can also be named the beginning of something potentially special for others. 2015 was the year during which the likes of Kevin Owens and Finn Balor truly came into their own within the WWE system. Additionally, women like Sasha Banks and Charlotte have made an impact across the gender divide. There's been a whole lot going on, and it isn't restricted to relative newcomers. Some of the biggest stars in pro wrestling history had a memorable 2015, for a variety of reasons. Some of those reasons are explored here, and none of them are easy to forget.

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Lifelong wrestling, video game, music and sports obsessive who has been writing about his passions since childhood. Jamie started writing for WhatCulture in 2013, and has contributed thousands of articles and YouTube videos since then. He cut his teeth penning published pieces for top UK and European wrestling read Fighting Spirit Magazine (FSM), and also has extensive experience working within the wrestling biz as a manager and commentator for promotions like ICW on WWE Network and WCPW/Defiant since 2010. Further, Jamie also hosted the old Ministry Of Slam podcast, and has interviewed everyone from Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels to Bret Hart and Trish Stratus.