Two Wishaw wrestlers are hoping to win big at a town centre show due to be held next month.Frankie Mooney and Emily Hayden will be inside the ring for the first professional wrestling event to be held at Rivals Gym in the town centre.The family-friendly action will see Frankie, nicknamed ‘The Shootfighter’ take on huge Nigerian grapplier Ubaha Martin in the main event while Emily is aiming to take down Ashley Vega and win the Champions Cup which is on offer to the winner.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Speaking to Lanarkshire Live this week, Frankie was delighted to be bringing such a big show to this hometown.
He said: “I know a lot of hard work is going into making the event happen, to make it look great and create that big event experience for wrestling fans so I am sure it won’t disappoint in that respect.“If I was a wrestling fan I’d be excited to be buying a ticket.“I’m looking forward to a lively crowd.
I’m going to thrive in the ring when I go face to face with Ubaha Martin.“I’m going to love being part of this fight, it’s going to be a lot of fun.”Emily has also enjoyed a standout 2022 winning a number of regional titles and wowing fans with her athleticism and in-ring style.The event is for all the family with all proceeds going to the Scottish Families Affected by Alcohol & Drugs
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