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The Revival Bio
Team Information
Founded | July 17, 2014 |
Members | Cash Wheeler, Dax Harwood |
FTR Bio
FTR, comprising Cash Wheeler and Dax Harwood, is a professional wrestling tag team endorsed by All Elite Wrestling (AEW). Previously known as The Revival in WWE, they embraced an exemplary tag-team wrestling style under Dusty Rhodes' mentorship. They were then known as The Mechanics in 2014 with a motto, "No flips, just fists". The duo accomplished various awards in WWE, including the SmackDown Tag Team Title once, the NXT Tag Team Title, and the RAW Tag Team Titles two times each. This procured them the distinction of being WWE's inaugural Tag Team Triple Crown Titleholders.
After arriving on AEW, FTR bagged the AEW World Tag Team Title in 2020. Their prosperity went beyond WWE and AEW, as they have additionally come out on top for championships in ROH, NJPW, and AAA. They became an eight-time world tag team champions in total. one of the best proficient wrestling tag teams ever is the only team to have held titles in every one of the five top wrestling advancements. Also, FTR's versatility is featured by their joint reign as WWE 24/7 Champions.
Name | Cash Wheeler | Dax Harwood |
Born | May 17, 1987 | June 30, 1984 |
Nationality | American | American |
Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
Weight | 223 lb (101 kg) | 223 lb (101 kg) |
Family | Unknown/ Single | Maria Nickopoulos (Wife) |
Birthplace | Asheville, North Carolina, U.S. | Whiteville, North Carolina, U.S. |
Debut | 2005 | August 13, 2004 |
FTR Professional Wrestling Career
WWE (2014–2020)
Cash Wheeler and Dax Harwood were paired in WWE after Wheeler showed up at the WWE Performance Center in 2014. Prompted by Dusty Rhodes, they framed a team following a convincing promotion on Wheeler's first day of training. At first, known as The Mechanics, they later took on the moniker "Dash and Dawson." The pair got their first televised triumph in 2015 by beating Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady yet missed the mark in the semi-finals of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic.
Renamed The Revival in 2016, they transformed WWE's main roster by effectively defending their NXT Tag Team Title against Amore and Cassady. In the wake of catching the NXT Tag Team Title two times, they transitioned to the main roster and claimed the RAW Tag Team Title by beating Bobby Roode and Chad Gable. However, their reign was brief as they lost the titles to Curt Hawkins and Zack Ryder at WrestleMania 35. Despite subsequent title reigns, including a second reign as RAW Tag Team winners, The Revival's tenure in WWE was set apart by fluctuating success.
They accomplished a huge achievement by turning into the first team to hold the RAW, SmackDown, and NXT Tag Team Titles. This made them the WWE Tag Team Triple Crown Titleholders. Moreover, they momentarily held the 24/7 Title, making history as its first co-champions. Regardless of their achievements, their WWE career ended with a loss to The New Day's Big E and Xavier Woods, flagging the end of their SmackDown Tag Team Title reign.
Ring of Honor and All Elite Wrestling (2020–present)
Harwood and Wheeler, known as FTR, appeared in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) in 2020, overcoming The Butcher and The Blade in their first match. They immediately had an effect by catching the AEW World Tag Team Titles from Kenny Omega and Hangman Page. They turned into the first team to hold tag team titles in both AEW and WWE after this win. However, they lost the titles to The Young Bucks at AEW Full Gear later that year. Under the guise of Las Super Ranas, FTR got the AAA World Tag Team Title by defeating The Lucha Brothers.
Their success went on as they won the ROH World Tag Team Title by beating The Briscoe Brothers at Supercard of Honor XV in 2022. With the addition of the IWGP Tag Team Title from NJPW, FTR became triple champions. However, their reigns were not without challenges, as they lost the ROH World Tag Team Title to The Briscoes and the AAA World Tag Team Title to Dralistico and Dragon Lee. Despite these setbacks, FTR recovered the AEW World Tag Team Titles for the second time by defeating The Gunns.
New Japan Pro-Wrestling (2022–present)
FTR showed up for New Japan Pro Wrestling after clinching the IWGP Tag Team Titles. They made their first IWGP Label Group Title defense against the Aussie Open. FTR lost the IWGP Tag Team Titles to Bishamon in 2023 which finished their reign after 192 days.
FTR Awards and Achievements
All Elite Wrestling | AEW World Tag Team Title (2 times) |
Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide | AAA World Tag Team Title (1 time) |
New Japan Pro-Wrestling | IWGP Tag Team Title (1 time) |
Ring of Honor | ROH World Tag Team Title (1 time) |
WWE | NXT Tag Team Title (2 times)WWE Raw Tag Team Title (2 times)WWE SmackDown Tag Team Title (1 time)WWE 24/7 Title (1 time)First WWE Tag Team Triple Crown ChampionsNXT Year-End Award (2 times)Tag Team of the Year (2016) |
ESPN | Tag Team of the Year (2023) |
Pro Wrestling Illustrated | Tag Team of the Year (2022, 2023) |
The Baltimore Sun | WWE Tag Team of the Year (2016) |
Wrestling Observer Newsletter | Tag Team of the Year (2022, 2023) |
FTR Net Worth
Dax Harwood has collected a net worth of roughly $2 million as of April 2024. His principal source of wealth comes from his wrestling career. He is likewise bringing in a good measure of cash from sponsorship deals, and rewards. On the other hand, Cash Wheeler's net worth is assessed to be more than $600,000 as of April 2024. Wheeler acquires from salary, brand deals, social media, etc.
FTR Partner
Dax Harwood tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend Maria Nickopoulos Harwood, although the specific date of their marriage stays undisclosed. The couple originally crossed paths in 2009 and started dating that very year. Following a three-year dating life, Dax and Maria traded promises in 2012. They are proud parents to a girl named Finley Gray, who was born in 2014 and is as of now 10 years of age as of April 2024. Harwood uncovered during a promo that Finlay had bravely confronted heart issues, including a hole in her heart.
On the other hand, Cash Wheeler's marital status is single, and there is no public information accessible about his past relationships.
Also Read: Dax Hardwood Wife
FAQs on FTR
A. No, FTR chose to stay at All Elite Wrestling.
A. Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler are the FTR members.
A. Forever The Revival is the full form of FTR.
A. FTR signed with AEW for four years.
A. FTR made their AEW debut in 2020.