Wrestling is a sport that had existed since historic times. The fundamental basis of the wrestling is classical, catch wrestling. But in present times a significant deviation from the mainstream sport is evident. It has become more of a spectacular entertainment sport. The professional wrestlers combine the athletic moves along with the theatrical performances to create the maximum dramatic action in the ring. The wrestling sport industry has emerged as one of the largest sports industries. Professional wrestling has a huge fan following and the crazy followers make it a billion dollar industry.

Media had played a significant role in promotion of wresting. However, besides all these factual aspects, one thing that deters is the authenticity of the fights that are showcased in the ring. All the matches and their outcomes are predefined. The professional wrestlers are trained how to fall, how to hit or in nut shell create the highest spectacular dramatisation of the whole event. The rings are padded, and the floors are also matted where the players land up. Several other such measures and tactics are taught to the professional before entering the ring. This leaves least space for the real action and the enthusiasm that is felt while watching any sports event.

However, there are various other aspects related to the world of wresting. Although, the wrestling match is fixed and the results are decided months before the fight takes place. But, the action is real. The punches and falls are real. Despite the cushioned area the surface hits hard. Severe mishaps in the past are the leading instances. The fight is scripted but this does not make it fake. The measures that are taken to minimise the injury is just a way of taking precautions like any other sports. Tactics that are taught or the training that is imparted to the professional wrestlers is just another way of making wrestling more interesting and safe. If such measures are not taken the result will be far deadlier and bloodier to watch it as a sports event. Professional wrestlers have to undergo rigorous training to learn the various tactics of the game. They are trained in such a manner that makes the actions look dangerous but does not prove deadly for the opponent. Warning signs of not imitating the fight actions are therefore strictly displayed before and during the commencement of the fight.

After considering all the facts and the ground reality, it can be inferred that wrestling is a blend of fake as well reality bites. Both the aspects live in communion with each other. Results of the match are fixed but the executed actions are real. The falls and injuries are also real. All the facts lead to the conclusion that watching a wrestling match is similar to watching an action movie. The set up and situations are under control, yet the thrill and actions are real. Wrestling has emerged as an important sports event with a huge fan following. The debate about its authenticity will prevail as long as the game prevails. In present times, however, there is no significant loss to the game and nothing seems to deter its popularity among the crowds.