Do wrestlers know who is going to win?

In some cases, the two wrestlers will know who's supposed to win, how long the match is supposed to take, and then plan out with their opponent the sequence of three or four moves that will make the finishing montage, ending with the pin (1-2-3), the count-out, the disqualification, or general mayhem.
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How do they decide who's going to win in WWE?

Well, they decide the winner based on the development of a story and its characters. For example, WWE may want a big wrestler like Big Show to fight a fan-favorite wrestler. They may let Big Show show dominance by winning multiple times and 'destroy' all other strong wrestlers.
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Is wrestling scripted who wins?

Wrestling is not necessarily fake, but scripted. The lines are rehearsed. The matches are predetermined. The wrestlers are not really trying to hurt each other, but rather entertain the fans who sell out arena after arena worldwide.
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Do WWE referees know the outcome?

Referees are supposed to know the outcome of the match before is stars. However, this is not compulsory. There have been instances where the referees were not informed about the actual outcome beforehand.
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Do WWE wrestlers know how do you fight?

Wrestlers need to stick to their hybrid acting-sport. Yes, they suffer and practice, and train, but they're not skilled in fighting, in truly focusing on testing, hurting, and besting opponents in a grueling contest of physical conflict.
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Do WWE wrestlers punch each other?

Also, while the events in wrestling are staged, the physicality is real. Like stunt performers, wrestlers execute feats of athleticism, fly, collide with each other and the floor — all while staying in character. Unlike stunt performers, wrestlers perform these staged contests in one take, before a live audience.
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Are WWE matches scripted?

Although roughly 99.9 percent of the things that have happened in professional wrestling over the years have been carefully scripted and planned for, spontaneity is bound to creep in every once in a while. In fact, some of the most memorable moments in WWE history were unscripted.
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What do wwe superstars do after shows?

Following a show, they will usually take their rental cars and drive to the next destination. On the norm, they will probably hit their pillows at two or three in the morning. It is a tough life and one we have seen a lot of former employees walk away from.
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Do wrestlers rehearse matches?

Wrestlers are either given a script or bullet points, which they turn into promos to advance storylines. When it comes to matches, wrestlers need to make sure that they have properly rehearsed the match with their opponents, or else there are chances that they would botch a bunch of spots in the match.
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Is WWE blood real?

Many wrestling fans know that it's not ketchup packets that a wrestler uses to bleed. It is real, bona fide blood that is seeping out of their cuts. Many say that blood is needless to use in the art of wrestling, as it poses great risks to the performers.
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Who has lost the least matches in WWE?

1 Vince McMahon (56 Matches)

Vince McMahon won the WWE Championship once back in 1999, making him a former WWE Champion with the least number of matches. He wrestled in 56 matches throughout his career.
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How do wrestlers get paid?

As Forbes reported, the main source of income for WWE wrestlers comes from their base salary. Since wrestlers don't have a union, each one negotiates with the WWE concerning contracts and salaries. As a result, the base pay for each wrestler varies wildly.
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Why is wrestling fake?

WWE, and wrestling as a whole, is all about entertainment and everything is fully scripted by professional script writers. There are a lot of real elements to the action as well. The aerial acrobatics, the bruises and sometimes even the blood is 100% real.
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Do WWE wrestlers get hurt?

While a WWE wrestler would never intentionally hurt his opponent, accidents do happen. It is very rare for any wrestler to end their career without suffering a major injury at one point in their career. However, sometimes the physical nature of the sport allows the writers to create a fake injury.
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What weapons are real in WWE?

The kendo stick is hollow inside and is made up of thin wood. The other weapons like tacks, sledgehammer or steel pipes are genuine, but it is the way they are used that helps avoid any accident. For example, Triple H covers the sledgehammer with his hand whenever he hits someone with it.
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What is not allowed in wrestling?

Players may not grab clothing, mat, or headgear during a match. Wrestlers are also not allowed to lock or overlap their hands, meaning if a player is down on the mat to control their opponent they can not lock or overlap hands. Wrestlers may not leave the mat during a match without permission from the referee.
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Can kids go to WWE live?

WWE With Kids, Final Verdict: Must go for any fan!

More families attend these, as well, compared to the other ones, where the crowd seems to skew older. The choice is yours, but you and your kids will have a good time at WWE Live, regardless.
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Do wrestlers pay for their own attire?

Wrestlers Must Pay for Their Own Wardrobe, Props, Makeup and Costumes. As fans, it's something we might not think about. A multi-million dollar company can pay for a prop or two for a wrestler or give them the right clothes for their gimmick, but that just isn't the case with the WWE.
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How do wrestlers know when to end a match?

In some cases, the two wrestlers will know who's supposed to win, how long the match is supposed to take, and then plan out with their opponent the sequence of three or four moves that will make the finishing montage, ending with the pin (1-2-3), the count-out, the disqualification, or general mayhem.
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Do WWE wrestlers get nervous?

The problem is that many wrestlers get too nervous. Before they compete, they look like a deer in the headlights, become lethargic and fail to compete with the confidence needed to bring out their best. And worst of all they don't have any fun playing the sport that they love.
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Do steel chairs hurt in WWE?

#1 Real: Steel Chairs

Of course, WWE Superstars have to practice using a steel chair as a weapon in a way that it does not hurt their opponent, while also making it look like a real chair shot. While chair-shots to the head were common in WWE earlier, Vince McMahon has banned them due to the risk of concussions.
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Do male wrestlers wear cups?

Protecting the softest parts of your body is a priority. For men, a groin cup is a common addition to the singlet uniform -- though since their advent in the early 2000s, many wrestlers prefer to simply wear compression shorts. Women will sometimes wear female groin protection, but this is less common than for males.
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Who is highest paid wrestler in WWE?

Brock Lesnar

Wrestling's highest paid performer in 2022 will be Brock Lesnar at $12 million a year at 6 feet 3 inches tall and 130 kg heavy. He is currently the WWE's most potent and famous wrestler.
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