Prize Money in Professional Wrestling: Who Earns What?

[Sora]

Did you know top wrestlers like Roman Reigns reportedly earn over $5 million annually? Prize money varies significantly in wrestling, with indie wrestlers earning far less than WWE or AEW stars. What do you think can be done to improve pay equity in wrestling?

[Player101]

This is something that I have always wanted to know, I never knew what money they earn in this sport, I find the publication that you have created very interesting

[Charlie]

Yes, prize money varies significantly in wrestling, The indie wrestlers can't earn more than WWE or AEW stars. I think players need to treated same from the word go

[Finley]

i think the economic gap can be closed by increasing funding for wrestlers that are getting less payment they can then have more options to participate in this sport for both gender

[Antonio678]

To increase pay for wrestlers, companies can consider rewarding wrestlers based on their ability to attract fans and generate revenue for the company.. Then companies can increased revenue sharing from merchandise and pay-per-view events. Give higher base salaries to developing wrestlers and also conduct performance-based bonuses tied to viewership and ticket sales.

[Sheba]

In professional wrestling, prize money varies greatly based on promotion, position, and popularity. WWE’s top stars like Roman Reigns or John Cena earn millions, including bonuses and merchandise sales. AEW’s contracts are growing, with top performers like Kenny Omega earning substantial sums. Independent wrestlers typically earn less, relying on event payouts and merchandise.

[Henrywrites]

More sponsors and this recent move to Netflix will definitely push the earnings of most wrestlers. It is not going to happen overnight, but I see changes coming, and that is what we should be super proud of as far as I am concerned.