Top 10 Wrestlers of the 2022 (Sports Illustrated)

10. Masha Slamovich The Impact Wrestling star Masha Slamovich has proved to be a breakout star for the industry impressing everyone with her talent.

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9. Cash Wheeler Former WWE superstar and current AEW star Dash Wilder has already attracted millions with his athleticism. With his run this year, he has done wonders for his wrestling career.

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8. Dax Harwood The FTR tag-team partner, Dax Harwood made it to the top 10 as well with his unique in-ring skills and charisma in AEW.

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7. El Hijo del Vikingo The Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide star and the AAA Mega Champion has proved his talent to the pro-wrestling industry and the fans love him.

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6. Jamie Hayter After being one of the top stars of AEW, Jamie Hayter is considered the breakout star of 2022 in the pro-wrestling industry.

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5. Will Ospreay Being one of the best in-ring performers of the industry, Will Ospreay celebrated 2022 as a huge year for his young career.

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4. Roman Reigns After proving his dominance throughout the year, the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns has had the best years of his life.

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3. Bianca Belair Being the Raw Women’s Champion throughout the second half of 2022, Bianca Belair has uplifted the women’s division of WWE adding a soul to the roster.

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2. Jon Moxley After making a return from rehab and getting back to the top of AEW roster as the Champion, Jon Moxley has had a memorable run in 2022.

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1. Seth Rollins Being one of the greatest competitors of the year, fans feel Seth Rollins is the perfect choice to top the list of best wrestlers of 2022.

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