10 Wrestling Finishing Moves That Are Genuinely HORRIBLE

Certain moves are risky, purely because they are difficult to accomplish. Although wrestlers have a knack for achieving specific techniques, the Top-Rope Release German suplex doesn't come easy to anybody.

Even though a conventional German Suplex looks like it hurts like hell, it's perfectly safe. However, the Release German Suplex requires the thrower to let go of the opponent, increasing the margin of error.

So, when this reckless manoeuvre is committed while both wrestlers are balancing on the upper turnbuckle, it's a recipe for disaster. The fact this stunt is often done as a counter amplifies the danger, since the wrestlers have to readjust their footing at the last moment.

The move became hugely popular in 2012-2013 when Team Hell No and The Shield were repeatedly pitted against each other. During these battles, it was custom for Daniel Bryan to execute this suplex on Seth Rollins, which looked extra effective, thanks to Rollins' convincing sell.

When done correctly, the Top-Rope Release German Suplex is a thing of true beauty. But because of the lingering danger and the level of control that both participants need, the move is rarely performed any more.