Timothy Thatcher is a grappling purist whose name is etched into the modern era of PROGRESS Wrestling. A throwback to catch wrestling’s hardest men, Thatcher brings unflinching intensity, surgical precision, and a legacy built on joint manipulation, blood, sweat, and respect.
Thatcher’s PROGRESS journey began at Chapter 26 (14 February 2016), where he battled Jack Gallagher in Manchester. From there, he quickly became a cornerstone of the Atlas Division and a fixture in PROGRESS’ most gruelling technical encounters. A member of the feared RINGKAMPF stable alongside WALTER, Thatcher’s name became synonymous with tough-as-nails competition and unforgiving grappling.
He’s faced the likes of WALTER, Kassius Ohno, Paul Robinson, and Trent Seven in wars for titles and pride. Whether in classic tag action with Chris Brookes or in high-stakes solo matches across Europe and the US, his work in PROGRESS spans chapters, continents, and styles.
Thatcher returned in 2024 to challenge Luke Jacobs for the PROGRESS World Title in a cross-promotional clash with DEFY and Pro Wrestling NOAH, reminding fans that his brand of brutality never goes out of fashion.
With credentials in EVOLVE, WWE NXT, NOAH, and beyond, Thatcher isn’t here to entertain.
He’s here to fight. And stretch whoever’s next.
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Timothy Thatcher made his PROGRESS Wrestling debut at Chapter 26: Unknown Pleasures (14 February 2016), testing his grappling credentials at the O2 Ritz in Manchester.
Since then, Thatcher has carved out a fierce legacy within PROGRESS as one of the most dangerous and technically precise wrestlers to ever step through the curtain. A founding member of RINGKAMPF alongside WALTER and Axel Dieter Jr., Thatcher’s submission-heavy style and no-nonsense approach earned him a reputation as a master of pain and a gatekeeper of intensity.
Notable matches in Timothy Thatcher’s PROGRESS history include:
PROGRESS Atlas Title: WALTER vs Timothy Thatcher (Chapter 62)
PROGRESS World Title: Luke Jacobs vs Timothy Thatcher (2024, Oberhausen)
Calamari Thatch Kings vs Aussie Open (Chapter 75)
PROGRESS Proteus Title: Paul Robinson vs Timothy Thatcher (Chapter 98)
Thatcher vs Kassius Ohno (Chapter 99)
Thatcher vs Cara Noir (DEFY/PROGRESS Onslaught, 2024)
Whether battling legends like Kassius Ohno or grounding explosive talents like Cara Noir, Thatcher has become a benchmark for excellence in catch wrestling. He’s left his mark across London, Sheffield, Manchester, and even at Wembley Arena—where he competed in the Thunderbastard Tag Team Title Match at Hello Wembley!.
Beyond PROGRESS, Thatcher’s résumé includes EVOLVE, wXw (former Unified World Wrestling Champion), WWE NXT (including NXT Fight Pit classics), and tours with Pro Wrestling NOAH. Everywhere he goes, he brings an aura of discipline, danger, and old-school grit.
No flash. No compromise. Just pure wrestling.
And when the bell rings, someone’s getting stretched.
All matches are available to watch on DEMAND PROGRESS PLUS.
