| GCW Bloodsport | |
|---|---|
| Promotions | Game Changer Wrestling |
| First event | Matt Riddle's Bloodsport |
| Signature matches | Ropeless ring mixed martial arts-style matches |
GCW Bloodsport is a professional wrestling event held by the American promotion Game Changer Wrestling (GCW).[1] This event consists of a unique ruleset compared to a traditional pro wrestling event, in that every match must end in either a knockout or submission.[2] The traditional wrestling ring is replaced by a ring canvas with no ropes or turnbuckles.
This event features worked shoot matches in a style that mimics the early days of MMA and catch wrestling. It is common for Bloodsport competitors to have some knowledge in other combat sports and/or MMA, as well as professional wrestling, as these one on one matches often appear stiff and have a feel of a classic Shoot-style wrestling fights.[3]
- ^ "GCW Presents Josh Barnett's Bloodsport (4/4): Josh Barnett vs Minoru Suzuki". April 4, 2019.
- ^ "Minoru Suzuki vs. Matt Riddle will now headline GCW's Bloodsport event". www.cagesideseats.com. April 5, 2018.
- ^ "▷ Josh Barnett's Bloodsport - When MMA and Pro Wrestling Collide". FITE.