Hair vs. Hair matches are a tradition in pro wrestling. Two wrestlers with a score to settle add personal appearance to professional pride, putting their hair on the line against the other's in an attempt to not only defeat them in the ring but to give them a constant reminder of their loss in the form of a bald head. Recently, subscribers of the WWE Network and fans of NXT witnessed young Marcus Louis endure the humiliation that comes with being defrocked. Prior to that, everyone from Mr. McMahon to Kurt Angle had experienced the humbling head shaving. Top stars, midcarders and Divas have all been victimized by the hair clippers. It does not matter if one is a babyface or a heel, the sheers are not prejudiced. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2O6m8ib5YQM The King of Memphis, Jerry Lawler, was beaten and had his head shaved by hated villains Austin Idol, Tommy Rich and Paul E. Dangerously. It was a moment that rocked the Memphis territory as no one could have imagined the 2007 Hall of Famer losing a match of that type and suffering the indignation. Another memorable bout saw Edge defeat the aforementioned Angle at Judgment Day 2002. The match was simply outstanding, as were the post match antics. Sure, Angle was shaved bald but it was a look that fit him and led to a much more badass Olympic gold medalist. On the Divas side of things, Molly Holly lost a match to then-women's champion Victoria at WrestleMania XX and had her head shaved completely bald in front of a worldwide audience. It rejuvenated the talented wrestler's career and brought her back to the forefront, something this writer was extremely grateful for. Hair vs. Hair matches are a staple of the wrestling business and the one stipulation bout that still manages to drum up interest and excitement. Even when the two stars competing are El Torito and Hornswoggle. Yes, you read that correctly.
Erik Beaston is a freelance pro wrestling writer who likes long walks in the park, dandelions and has not quite figured out that this introduction is not for Match.com. He resides in Parts Unknown, where he hosts weekly cookouts with Kane, The Ultimate Warrior, Papa Shango and The Boogeyman. Be jealous.
