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Top Upcoming Pro Wrestling Shows Near South Florida

Thanks to WWE, WW and other wrestling shows on TV, wrestling has become a sport that rivals baseball and football. Major wrestling superstars have even taken up residence in the South Florida area. Fort Lauderdale even has pro wrestling matches about once a month. Many of the popular pro wrestlers started out on the minor circuit. So when you go to one of these upcoming South Florida pro wrestling matches, remember who you saw wrestling, because they could be major wrestling stars some day!
X Wrestling FIGHT NIGHT 8
The Polish American Club of Miami
1250 Southwest 22nd Ave
Miami, FL 33135
www.xwrestling.miami

Date: August 27, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.

X Wrestling's FRIGHT NIGHT matches have been so popular that FRIGHT NIGHT 8 is in the works. News as to who will be stepping into the ring has not yet been released, but past events have been sell-outs. Ringside tickets are a mere $15, with general admission tickets at $10 for adults and $5 for children. Get your tickets early, before they are all gone. Additional FRIGHT NIGHT events will be happening in September so stay tuned to the website for upcoming shows.

Ronin Pro Wrestling
Broward College, South Campus Gymnasium
7200 Pines Blvd
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
roninprowrestling.com

Date: Saturday, September 3, 2016 from 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

TNA/Impact Wrestling superstar Sonjay Dutt and Lucha Underground superstar Brian Cage are making their debut at Ronin Pro Wrestling on Sept. 3. Also appearing during the event will be martin Stone, Team Lucha, TECH, Teddy Stigma, Lince Dorado, Mr. 450, Aaron Epic, and many more. The meet & greet portion of the event will take place from 6-7 p.m. Ringside tickets should be purchased online prior to the event as ringside tickets sell out fast.

L.I.V.E. 8: A Cure For Narcolepsy
American Legion Post 222
4250 NE 5th Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
(754) 422-8561
projectwrestle.com

Date: Saturday, September 10, 2016 at 8:00 p.m.

This pro-wrestling match will feature a match between Craig Classic and Ernest R Alexander. There will also be a match between Stardom & Vandal as well as Cool vs Brooks at this event. The event starts at 8:00 p.m. with pre-game events starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 for kids and $10 for adults. Come early and meet the wrestlers in person prior to the beginning of the event.

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WWE Live
American Airlines Arena
601 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132
(786) 777-1000
aaarena.com

Date: Dec 30, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.

American Airlines Arena will be the venue for the final WWE Live match of 2016. Tickets to this exciting holiday event start at $24 and go all the way up $948. Although there has been no news about who will be entering the ring, whether there will be a cage match, or who will be featured in the main event, this final wrestling match in the South Florida area is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Be sure to purchase your well ahead of the event as the tickets for this event will sell out quickly.

L.I.V.E.7: The American Classic
American Legion Post 222
4250 NE 5th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
(754) 422-8561
projectwrestle.com

Date: October 8, 2016 at 8 p.m.

Ticket holders will enjoy a live championship between Alexander & Vandel. Also, there will be a tag team championship match between Red Devil Fight Team & TECH Squad. Adult tickets are $10 and children's tickets cost a mere $5. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the opening bell at 8 p.m. Come early and enjoy the pre-game show.

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Katherine Bostick is a freelance writer covering all things Tampa Bay. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.
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