WATCH: "Fake" WWE matches that turned into real fights

William Regal and Goldberg (L); Brock Lesnar and Braun Strowman (R).
William Regal and Goldberg (L); Brock Lesnar and Braun Strowman (R)

It's a well-known fact that matches in WWE and other pro wrestling promotions are scripted. The results are pre-determined, and the wrestlers try to cause the least harm to their opponents while entertaining the fans with their in-ring skills.

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However, not everything goes according to plan every time. Sometimes, a superstar's anger and rivalry gets the better of them, pushing them to hurt their opponents for real.

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There have been various instances when a match in the promotion started as a normal one but became too heated in no time.

These WWE matches were not so 'fake'

The five matches we have chosen for the video above are:

  • William Regal schools Goldberg in WCW
  • JBL makes The Blue Meanie bleed
  • Brock Lesnar fires back at Braun Strowman
  • Sexy Star dislocates Rosemary's shoulder
  • Daniel Puder humiliates Kurt Angle

Watch the video in its entirety to learn more about these moments and their backstory.

Edited by Neda Ali
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