Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of professional wrestling! The Cageside Community Wrestler Rankings are back, and this time, we're diving into the thrilling Week 42 results and gearing up for the Week 43 vote. The battle for the Cageside Cup is heating up, and your opinions matter!
At Cageside Seats, we know that everyone has their own unique perspective on the world of pro wrestling. That's why we've created this platform - to give YOU a voice and let us know who YOU think deserves the spotlight.
Here's the deal: Cast your vote in the comments below. Select your top five performers from the past week who left you entertained and impressed. Feel free to share your thoughts and explain why these wrestlers deserve a spot on your list. Your insights are invaluable!
But first, let's take a look at the results from last week's voting. These rankings are part of our annual competition for the prestigious Cageside Cup, and we're about to uncover how the votes have shaken up the race.
This Week's Voting: We're considering nationally televised and online streaming pro wrestling shows that aired between February 8th and 14th, 2026. That includes the likes of Raw, NXT, Evolve, Dynamite, Impact, ROH on HonorClub, SmackDown, and many more. From the big leagues to the indie scenes, we've got it all covered!
Last Week's Winners:
- The NXT title winner made a strong impact, with many of you voting for him. Understandably so, as his victory brought a unique twist to the AEW scene.
- A political protest surrounding his fundraising activities and a potential World title shot added an intriguing layer to the story.
- Following closely behind was a WWE veteran with a bone to pick, and another wrestler who seemed destined for an AEW World title shot in the near future.
- WWE's Women's World Champion scored her first Rankings points in a while after a successful Street Fight title defense.
- Our Top Ten was a tie-filled affair, with the Wonder of Stardom champion extending her reign despite a dislocated finger. She shared sixth place with the leader of our Cup chase, who's gearing up for a hair vs. hair mixed tag match.
- A WWE contract-related storyline saw a wrestler retain his MLW World title, tying him with an aging legend on a quest to reclaim AEW's top prize.
- The WWE Women's Tag champs also secured a point for their successful SmackDown defense.
The Cageside Community Wrestler Rankings (CCWR): Week 42
- Joe Hendry
- Brody King
- Roman Reigns
- Andrade El Ídolo
- Stephanie Vaquer
- (tie) Saya Kamitani
- (tie) Toni Storm
- (tie) Killer Kross
- (tie) Kenny Omega
- (tie) Rhea Ripley
- (tie) IYO SKY
These weekly Rankings contribute to our annual competition, determining who will lift the Cageside Cup next April. For a detailed breakdown of the rules and scoring system, check out our guide here.
Cageside Cup Performer of the Year Standings (as of Week ending Feb. 7)
- Toni Storm - 126
- Gunther - 69
- (tie) John Cena - 67.5
- (tie) Stephanie Vaquer - 67.5
- Hangman Page - 56
- Seth Rollins - 52
- CM Punk - 51
- Naomi - 49
- Sami Zayn - 41.25
- Dominik Mysterio - 41.08
And now, it's your turn! Cast your vote and let your voice be heard. Remember, you have five spots on your ballot, and you can't repeat names. Feel free to split spots between multiple wrestlers if you wish.
Let's get those ballots rolling! We'll tally the votes and see you back here next week for the results and another exciting vote. Your participation makes this community what it is, so don't hold back!
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- AEW
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- AEW Dynamite
- Cageside Community Wrestler Rankings
- Cageside Seats Features
- Impact Wrestling
- Indies
- Lucha Libre (AAA/CMLL)
- MLW
- New Japan Pro Wrestling
- NWA
- TNA
- WWE
- WWE NXT
- WWE Raw
- WWE SmackDown
But here's where it gets controversial... What do you think about the current rankings? Are there any wrestlers you feel deserve a higher spot? Or perhaps there's a rising star who should be on everyone's radar. Share your thoughts and let's spark some friendly debate! We'd love to hear your insights and opinions in the comments below.
