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Burroughs turns into critic, breaks down wrestling in famous movies

Wednesday, June 29, 2022 - 10:23 By Eric Olanowski

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ACAPULCO, Mexico (June 28) --- World and Olympic champion Jordan BURROUGHS (USA) is arguably the most technical wrestler of our generation. With that in mind, and knowing how wrestling is portrayed in movies, we asked the GOAT to critique famous wrestling-related movie scenes.

Burroughs broke down everything from the mats, to the fans watching in the gym and everything in between in our latest #OffTheMat special.

Here are the movies that Burroughs broke down:

  • Vision Quest(1985)
  • Saved by the Bell (1989)
  • The Expendables (2010)
  • Foxcatcher (2014)
  • The Last Champion (2020)
  • Riverdale (Season 2 / Episode 11)

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RUDIS launches UWW x RUDIS apparel collection

Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 10:58 By United World Wrestling Press

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CORSIER-SUR-VEVEY, Switzerland (May 1) -- United World Wrestling and RUDIS have announced the launch of official UWW x RUDIS apparel.

Taking a major step in their partnership, UWW and RUDIS have launched a UWW themed store on the RUDIS website. The UWW x RUDIS collection is officially launched Thursday and available to shop here -- UWW x RUDIS.

The store fulfills the apparel needs of wrestlers and fans alike. The orders can be shipped internationally after an easy checkout process.

In January, UWW and RUDIS announced an eight-year partnership beginning 2025. The collaboration marked a pivotal moment for the global wrestling community, uniting two forces with a shared vision of celebrating the sport’s rich legacy while shaping its future.

RUDIS, founded in Ohio in 2013, RUDIS has rapidly grown into the leading brand in wrestling apparel, renowned for its innovation, athlete-focused designs, and dedication to the wrestling community.

Central to their collaboration is the concept of “Unified Strength,” symbolizing their united effort to elevate wrestling to new heights on a global scale.

The partnership exemplifies the mutual commitment of UWW, the global governing body of wrestling, and RUDIS to honor the sport and serve its athletes, fans, and communities worldwide.