Anniversary Ambush: RevPro’s 11th Year Milestone Unleashes Jericho, Ospreay, and a Night of High-Voltage Action - Night 2

Late August has become a sacred time for British wrestling fans as Revolution Pro Wrestling (RevPro) celebrates its anniversary with explosive main events, inter‑promotional star power, and memorable surprises. The 11th Anniversary Show landed on August 26, 2023, at London's Copper Box Arena, just ahead of AEW's All In event, and delivered a stacked card that balanced championship drama with jaw‑dropping moments—most notably a surprise appearance by Chris Jericho.

Match Card & Results

Here’s the full rundown from pre‑show to main event:

Pre-Show Battle Royal

Dani Luna emerged victorious in a 10‑woman battle royal to become the #1 contender for the Undisputed British Women’s Championship.

Main Card Matches

1. Leon Slater defeated Dan Moloney (7–11 minutes).

2. Connor Mills (c) retained the Undisputed British Cruiserweight Championship in a six‑way scramble match against Callum Newman, Jordon Breaks, Robbie X, Sha Samuels, and Wild Boar (about 11–12 minutes).

3. JJ Gale beat NJPW Young Lion Kosei Fujita.

4. El Phantasmo & Katsuyori Shibata toppled BULLET CLUB War Dogs (David Finlay & Gabe Kidd, with Gedo) in a thrilling tag bout.

5. Zack Sabre Jr. defeated Ricky Knight Jr. in a singles match.

6. Subculture (Flash Morgan Webster & Mark Andrews) retained the Undisputed British Tag Team Championship over The VeloCities (Jude London & Paris De Silva), accompanied by Dani Luna.

7. Tomohiro Ishii bested Luke Jacobs.

8. Alex Windsor (c) retained the Undisputed British Women’s Championship in a three‑way against Hyan and Mickie James.

9. Michael Oku (c) defended the Undisputed British Heavyweight Championship by defeating Trent Seven.

Main Event

Will Ospreay, accompanied by Gideon Grey, defeated Shingo Takagi in a high‑stakes showdown.

Post‑match shocker: a masked Chris Jericho made a surprise RevPro debut, attacking Ospreay—setting the tone for their impending match at AEW’s All In series.

Deep Dive: Context & Trivia

Why this night matters: It perfectly encapsulated the spirit of RevPro—a promotion that has built deep ties with AEW, NJPW, Impact, and more—and leveraged those partnerships to craft top‑tier cards with wide appeal.

The Chris Jericho factor: Bringing a bona fide wrestling legend like Jericho spotted and ambushing Ospreay created buzz that echoed beyond the arena—fueling anticipation for AEW’s upcoming events and helping elevate RevPro’s visibility.

Mickie James’ RevPro debut: The former WWE Women's Champion, a revered name in wrestling, made her RevPro debut here—helping boost RevPro’s women’s division credibility and star power.

Elite matchups:

El Phantasmo & Shibata vs. BULLET CLUB War Dogs—came infused with NJPW intrigue.

Tomohiro Ishii vs. Luke Jacobs spotlighted a rising UK star against a Japanese hard-hitting legend.

Title landscape:

Alex Windsor continued her dominance in the women’s division.

Michael Oku began a strong Heavyweight title defense path—part of his prominent role in RevPro's hierarchy.

For Fans New to RevPro

What is RevPro? Founded in 2012 by Andy Quildan, Revolution Pro Wrestling has grown into a respected British promotion with alliances spanning AEW, New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW), and CMLL.

Anniversary Show significance: Held every August to celebrate the promotion’s founding, it's always one of RevPro's largest and most important events—featuring marquee matches, international talent, and significant story development—especially noteworthy given its proximity to AEW’s All In show.

Why August crowds flock: The anniversary slot has become a magnet for wrestling fans in the UK, offering high production value, varied roster spots (Cruiserweight, Tag Team, Women’s, etc.), and crossover magnetism from stars across promotions.

In Summary

The RevPro 11th Anniversary Show was not just a wrestling card—it was a storytelling masterpiece. It celebrated veteran stars, launched new contenders, showcased inter-promotional flavor, and delivered an unforgettable shock with Chris Jericho’s assault on Will Ospreay. For new fans, it's a perfect entry point to see what RevPro is about: high-caliber wrestling, global partnerships, and savvy event crafting.

Sources

Revolution Pro Wrestling – 11th Anniversary Show (Wikipedia)

Pro Wrestling Wiki – RevPro 11 Year Anniversary Show

Indy Pro Wrestling – Anniversary Weekend Coverage