51 Wicked Wrestling Innovations
Because the Rock Returns to WWE to Host Wrestlemania 27:
Renee Ramsarran — Feb 15, 2011 — Lifestyle
After a 7-year hiatus, The Rock returns to WWE -- much to the delight of his fans. Dwayne Johnson announced he will come back to professional wrestling as the host of Wrestlemania 27 in April. For a generation that couldn't stop screaming "If ya' smell what The Rock is cookin'!," this comeback has been much anticipated. As The Rock returns to the ring, you decide which of these wicked wrestling innovations deserves the title belt or the people's elbow.

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Catfight Ads
Next Top Model : Battle Begins

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Bolivian Free Style Wrestling For Women

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Bikini Vegemite Wrestling
Australians Celebrate with No Holds Barred
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Sumo Suit Towable Water Toy
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Light Bulb Wars
Japanese Neon Lamp Fights
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Chauvinist-Minded Television
Wrestlicious is a Sexy Sketch Comedy Wrestling Show
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Rejecting Olympic Medals
Swedish Wrestler Ara Abrahamian Loses Due to Politics
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Mexican Wrestling Mixed With High Fashion
Nendo Brand Destroyer Handbag
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Paint-Covered Coupletography
Azul De Fazio's 'Book I' Makes a Romantic Mess
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Fighting Fashion Shoots
'The Wrestler' Esquire Magazine Spread by Phillip Toledano
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Comics to Promote Coffee
Burger King Joe
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Lucha Loco
Portraits of Mexican Wrestlers
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Fighting with Lighting
Japanese Fluorescent Light Wrestling
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Wrestlers as Extreme Travel Hosts
Trish Stratus on the Stratusphere
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Sexy Sumo Wrestlers (UPDATE)
Subaru Forester 2009 Ads Now in Print
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Sumo Car Wash
Subaru Forester TV Spot
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Cross-Dressing Masked Wrestlers
Mexico's 'Lucha Libre' Troupe
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Masked Wrestling Families
The New Quesada Ad Campaign Appeals to "Real Mexicans"
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Cosplay Wrestling
Kaiju Puts Japanese Movie Monsters in the Ring
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Sumo Wrestler TV Ads
Lenovo Thinkpad W700 Launch
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Seductive Sumo Advertising
This 2011 Subaru Forester Commercial is Heavy-Hitting Hilarity
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Seductive Color + Mexican Wrestling
Artist Paulina Magos
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Healthy Jell-O Wrestling
Nickycakes Acai Berry Jell-O Does the Body (Really) Good
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Tiny Sumo Game a Big Hit
Sumotori Dreams
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Gruesome Movie Posters
Monstrous Artwork Abounds in Ghana's Cinema Posters
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Cartoonish Portraits
Tiago Hoise's Art is Whimsical and Fun
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Fierce Wrestler Sidekicks
'The Jeepneys' by Wayne Ford Shows the Musical Duo's Range
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Far East Lawn Decor
The Sumo & Ninja Garden Gnomes Keep Your Yard Safe from Samurai
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Wacky Watercolor Masterpieces
Wrestler And Budgies Paintings by Rhys Coren
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Super Gravy Fights
Over 2000 Litres of Sauce Used in World Wrestling Championship
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Extreme Luchador Exhibits
Justin Ericksen's El Lucha Monstruo Art Show
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Wailing Baby Competitions
Nakizumo Festival is a Bizarre Competition Held in Japan
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Doped-Up Athletes
Sumo Wrestlers Follow Michael Phelps' Trail of Marijuana Smoke
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Grappling in Gowns
Bolivian Female Wrestling May Be the Next Big Thing
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Thumb Wrestling Boards
Christopher Lee Vector's Thumb War Card Makes Playing Fair
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Lucha Libre Dishware
Lucio Bolognesi's Lucha Plates are Inspired by Masked Mexican Wrestlers
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Latin Wrestling Disguises
Channel Your Inner Nacho Libre with One of These Lucha Libre Masks
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Watery-Eyed Wrestlers
'Wrestlers' by Khuong Nguyen Swaps Tables and Chairs for Tissues
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Remote Control Battling Sumo Wrestlers
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South of the Border Sculptures
MANN Creates Curious Lucha Libre Figures
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Sumo Omni Bean Bags
Urban Lounge Gear
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Extreme Toy Recalls
Arm Wrestling Game Literally Breaks Arms
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Aesthetic Duct Tape Campaigns
Tesapack Ultra Strong Ad
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Fat Furniture
"Basho" The Sumo Wrestler Table
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Mexican Wrestling Sacks
Eco Warrior Bag is Tote by Day, Awesome Mask by Night
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Sumo Chairs
1960's Japanese Design Wrestles Its Way Into the 21st Century
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Tresling
Tetris + Arm Wrestling
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Wrestling Mood Light
'Our Lady of Lucha Libre' Candles by Pale Horse.
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Viral Wrestling Videos
Tag Team Unleashes the Most Illegal Thing in Wrestling
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Arm-Wrestling Equalizers
‘The Enforcer' Machine Prevents WCA Competitors From Cheating
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Dictator Wrestler Rap Battles
Hulk Hogan VS Kim Jong Il is a Hilarious Comedy Viral
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Creative Laundry Solutions
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Artisinal Athletic Wear
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Versatile Home Ovens
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Cinematic Holiday Retail Pop-Ups
Bloomingdale's Announced a 'Wicked Good Holiday' Campaign
Modern Newsstand Skincare Pop-Ups
Neutrogena x AIRE Health Hosted a Thematic Event
Game-Inspired Hygiene Essentials
Dr. Squatch Introduces the Minecraft Diamond Scrub and Deodorant
Villain-Inspired Graphic Streetwear
©SAINT Mxxxxxx Celebrates Heath Ledger's Joker in New Capsule
Witchy Body Care Collabs
The Wicked X Lush Collection Shares Themed Designs from the Land of Oz
Thematic Super-Villain-Inspired Makeup Campaigns
NYX Launches the 'Who Stole Halloween?' Campaign
Limited-Edition Film-Inspired Apparel
Aerie Launched a Wicked Collection Featuring Thematic Colors
Movie-Musical Luggage Collabs
The Béis x Wicked Collection Celebrates Contrasting Styles
Esports Creator-Focused Tournaments
Disguised Toast is Set to Host a New Marvel Rivals Creator Cup
Color-Changing Cupcake Mixes
Betty Crocker's Wicked-Themed Baking Kit Turns Green or Pink
Artistic Spray Paint Events
Rust-Oleum Will Debut Artist-Friendly Rust-O with an Exciting Event
Island-Style Lager Activations
Kona Big Wave Partners with Spotify for Summer-Forward Experiences
Whimsical Film-Inspired Makeup Sets
The r.e.m. beauty x Wicked Collab Boasts Character Sets
Cartoon-Inspired Burger Meals
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Scent-Focused Style Boards
The Air Wick x Lindsay Hubbard Collection Elevates Home Gatherings
Whimsical Film-Based Clogs
The Wicked x Crocs Collaboration Reinterprets the Witches of Oz
Wrestler-Themed Game Bundles
Call of Duty Collaborates with WWE on Three New Game Bundles
Film-Inspired Cocktail Experiences
Absolut Vodka Hosted a Wicked Cocktail Event in NYC
Icon-Approved Soap Campaigns
Mike Tyson is Moisture Mike in Dr. Squatch’s Latest Grooming Campaign
Semi-Reality Comedy Shows
Nathan Fielder's ‘The Rehearsal’ is Set for a Comeback in 2025
Olympic Athlete-Approved Home Campaigns
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Action Movie Ice Creams
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Global Games-Inspired Sneakers
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Vibrantly Comedic Travel Campaigns
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Pancake-Warming Hoodie Sets
Holiday Inn Express Partners with Mr. Eatwell on a Pancake-Themed Line
Sweet-Savory Slider Experiences
King’s Hawaiian will Host an Exclusive Slider Event in Toronto
Dynamic Basketball-Informed Marketing Campaigns
March Madness' New Campaign Features NCAA Athletes
Novel Fitness Raves
Les Mills and adidas Offered a Ground-Breaking Fitness Rave Event
Pineapple Snack Competitions
The Dole Can It Pineapple Snack Hackathon Inspires Creative Recipes
Immersive Multimedia Experiences
Sony Pictures' Wonderverse is an Engaging Entertainment Stop
Football Fan-Addressing Soda Commercials
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Speed Dating Diners
The Real Matches Are Back Campaign Champions Ease & Authenticity
Collaborative Natural Soaps
Jukebox X the Rolling Stones Unveil the 'Paint It, Black Cherry' Soap
Digital Staredown Games
Modern Human Habits Inspired TWIX's Second Screen Staredown
Cheeky Bar-Focused Campaigns
Heineken Advocates for Financial Support for Bars with Starring Bars
Witchy Musical Juice Refreshments
The Robinsons Wicked Drinks Come with an On-Pack Promotion
Comprehensive Self-Care Events
The Wellness Oasis™ is Running During Miami Art Week 2024
Political Podcast Milestones
Joe Rogan Hosted President Trump for Landmark Episode
Rock Band-Supporting Soccer Leagues
Linkin Park Headlines the UEFA Champions League Kick Off Show
Quirky Athlete-Centric Mayo Campaigns
Hellmann's New 'Mayotivations Campaign' Features Will Levis
Movie-Musical Skincare Collabs
The Wicked x Beekman 1802 Collection Celebrates Duality
Playful Hotel Campaigns
BWH Hotels Launches a Campaign to Reclaim Stolen Treasures
Natural Men's Cleansing Solutions
Dr. Squatch Introduces Real Soap Body Wash for Discerning Men
Fantastical Nail Polish Collections
The OPI x Wicked Collection Has 12 Limited-Edition Shades
Collaboration Fantasy Adventure Soaps
Dr. Squatch The One Ring Rinse Has Volcanic Sand and More
Larger-Than-Life Sports Campaigns
Smirnoff Launches The Longest Tailgate for the Super Bowl
Global Runner-Inspired Campaigns
PUMA Introduced its 'Go Wild' Campaign
Legendary Arena Events
Airbnb Launches the Ultimate Gladiator Experience at the Colosseum
Virtual Reality Stealth Games
HITMAN World of Assassination is Coming to PSVR2
Chocolate-Stuffed Burgers
The WORKS Craft Burgers & Beer Made a S'mores Burger for Canada Day
Gameshow-Style Pop-Ups
The Jo Malone Christmas Special Attracts Visitors with a Prize Wheel
Futuristic Luxury Gins
Just 3,000 Bottles of Brockmans' Wÿld Gin Will Debut in 2025
Nostalgic Superhero-Inspired Soaps
Dr. Squatch Debuts the 'Cowabunga Cleanse' Inspired by TMNT
Film-Inspired Whiskey Campaigns
Redbreast Irish Whiskey & Andrew Scott Debut Tedbreast Unhidden
Nostalgic Bodycare Revivals
Lush Brought Back 45 Previously Discontinued Retro Products
Music-Legend-Inspired Overnight Stays
Airbnb Presents Prince’s Purple Rain House Experience
Nighttime Cosmetic Campaigns
The Estée Lauder Night Night Club Campaign Stars Nicole Richie
Movie-Goer-Inspired Soda Campaigns
Evolution Fresh Introduced its 'Fresh Twist on Soda' Campaign
Tattoo-Based Soda Sweepstakes
Mountain Dew Launches a Las Vegas Giveaway for Inked Fans
Immersive Anime Events
The 'ANIME TOKYO NIGHT' Projection will Bring Anime Series to Life
Limited-Edition Titan-Inspired Soaps
Dr. Squatch Launches 'Godzilla Grit' and 'Kong Krush'
Shocking TV Docuseries
Marilyn Manson: Unmasked Docuseries Delves into His Allegations and Legacy
Comedic Body Wash Ads
Moist Humor by Dove Debuted During SNL50: the Anniversary Special
Celebratory Musical Snack Campaigns
This Butterkist Wicked Promotion Celebrates the Upcoming Movie
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
NFL Athlete-Backed Avocado Campaigns
Avocados from Mexico Partners with Rob Gronkowski
Slick Refreshed Guitar Collections
Kramer Has Expanded Its Guitar Lineup with Six Refreshed Models
Expansive Cinematic Clothing Ranges
The Primark x Wicked Collection Gets Fans Ready for the Movie
Real-Life Cartoon Burgers
Serious Eats is Launching Its Own Version of the Krabby Patty Burger
Rhythmic Bed Rockers
This Bed-Rocking Device Offers Different Rhythm and Power Settings
Sustainable Talisman Jewelry
The Pyrrha x Wicked Jewelry Collection Celebrates the Film's Themes
Kitchen-Themed Rage Rooms
Fox Unveils the 'Kitchen Nightmares' Rage Room in Downtown Las Vegas
Documentary-Style Hotel Campaigns
W Hotels' 'Hotel Tales' is a Captivating New Campaign
Film-Inspired Restaurant Cocktails
Bonefish Grill Offers Themed Wicked Martinis
Tailgate-Inspired RVs
Hellmann's Brings "Mayo-tivation" to Underdog Football Fans
GenAI Avocado Campaigns
Avocado From Mexico's Guacline Connects Fans to Gronk AI
Game-Focused TV Picture Mode
Hisense Elevates the Black Myth: Wukong Experience
Interactive Music Photo Frames
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Music Icon-Supported AI Campaigns
Music Stars Spotlight Workday's AI-Powered Enterprise Solutions
Humorous AI-Forward Spots
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LEGO® Wicked™ Sets Draw Inspiration from the Upcoming Musical Event Film
Gold-Plated Leather Watches
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Iconic Film Soap Bars
Dr. Squatch Releases Fight Scrub Inspired by the 90s Movie
Cinematic QSR Burger Menus
Burger King Best Bubs Burgers Celebrate Deadpool & Wolverine
Limited-Time American Whiskeys
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Fan Fantasy Experiences
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Fan-Powered Reality Competitions
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Repair-Focused Haircare Sets
JVN Launched the Damaged Hair Repair & Protect Set
Global Hospitality Campaigns
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Boutique Fitness Brands
Rumble Boxing Has Made an Exciting Debut in Japan
Whiskey Brand-Backed Auctions
Wyoming Whiskey Auctions Off a Symbolic Limited-Edition Bourbon
Power-Packed Yogurt Ads
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Singer-Actress Tropical Soda Spots
Becky G Spotlights Mountain Dew Baja in a Superbowl Teaser
College-Football Fandom Campaigns
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Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
Powerful Laundry Odor Removers
Downy Teamed Up with Venus Williams to Showcase Rinse & Refresh
Whimsically Witchy Cosmetic Collections
The KISS Wicked Collection is Limited-Edition
Collaborative Heritage Boot Designs
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No-Nonsense Grooming Campaigns
The Rock Face Makes Scents Campaign Pokes Fun at Marketing Cliches
Green Movie-Celebrating Cocktails
East Coast Wings & Grill Created the Emerald Elixir for 'Wicked'
Demolition Derby Game Sequels
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Hot Wing Challenges
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Actor-Supported Tequila Promotions
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Modern Rock-Themed Hotels
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Signature Cocktail Experiences
Drink Kong will Host a Pop-Up at Aqua New York
Hospitality-Focused Cultural Initiatives
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts Debuts 'Behind the Journey'
Craft Beer-Paired Pizza Experiences
Tony Gemignani Teams Up with Black Hammer Brewing Company
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Wrestling-Celebrating Sandwich Combos
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Jamaican Patty Restaurant Re-Openings
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Rock'n'Roll-Inspired Whiskey Collections
FEW Spirits Debuts the Icons of Rock Collection
Holiday Story-Inspired Burgers
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Reprised Mushroom Burgers
Whataburger Brings Back its 'Mushroom Swiss Burger'
TV Personality-Backed Promotions
Dominos Taps Simon Cowell for its New Marketing Campaign
Athlete-Inspired Chicken Sandwiches
Big Chicken Inside The Sandwich Wars has Four Items
Action Anime Prequel Trailers
The Trailer Drops for The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
Fan-Favorite Ranch Sauce Comebacks
Jimmy John’s Reintroduces Its Kickin’ Ranch Sauce
World Wonder Menus
Natural Wonders of the World Inspired Outback Steakhouse's Great Barrier Eats
Competitive Battle Royale Events
Red Bull is Hosting an Esports Event at the Godfrey Hotel