Luke Jacobs is one of the most talented strong style wrestlers in the world. His size, strength and physicality mean that his matches are brutal to watch but impossible to ignore.

Ever since his Natural Progression Series win in 2021, PROGRESS Wrestling fans have been aware that this North West Strong wrestler is the real deal.

His singles matches are a source of respect through suffering that the likes of Ilja Dragunov and GUNTHER pride their work by and some of his matches are very similar in style and critical acclaim.

His tag matches in PROGRESS Wrestling along with his North West Strong partner Ethan Allen are also fantastic to watch, but sadly due to injury we have not seen many of late.

That injury to Allen has allowed Jacobs to flourish as a singles wrestler and some of his performances in PROGRESS Wrestling have been nothing short of remarkable.

His matches over the weekend where he won the ATLAS title by defeating Big Damo, Warren Banks and JONAH (FKA Bronson Reed) will certainly be his crowning moment so far in PROGRESS Wrestling, but he has so much more to give at such a young age.

He was a helping hand in getting Kid Lykos to conquer his quest to dethrone Spike Trivet, but just five months later after winning Super Strong Style 16, Luke turned on his friend in order to gain the PROGRESS Men’s World Championship.

When Luke Jacobs captured the PROGRESS Men’s World Championship, it felt less like a surprise and more like destiny fulfilled. Long heralded as one of British wrestling’s most exciting heavyweights, Jacobs brought his trademark mix of raw intensity, thunderous strikes, and uncompromising grit to the very top of PROGRESS Wrestling.

His reign has been defined by hard-hitting contests and relentless defences. Jacobs has taken on challengers from across the world, never shying away from a fight and proving time and again why he is considered one of the most complete wrestlers of his generation. Each defence carried a different flavour – whether battling through wars of attrition against homegrown rivals or testing himself against international stars, Jacobs showcased not just toughness but also adaptability as a champion.

What set Jacobs apart during his reign was his ability to connect with the audience. The PROGRESS faithful recognised a champion cut from a different cloth – a fighter who embodied the no-nonsense spirit of British wrestling, whose credibility was forged in sweat and steel rather than flash. Every time he stepped through the curtain, there was an anticipation that the match ahead would be something unforgettable.

As his reign continues to be spoken about, one thing is clear: Luke Jacobs’ time as PROGRESS Men’s World Champion has cemented him as a standard-bearer for the new era of the company. His legacy will be measured not only by the title defences he racked up, but by the way he carried the belt – with pride, authenticity, and a determination that raised the bar for everyone who shared the ring with him.

We look forward to seeing more great Luke Jacobs matches in PROGRESS Wrestling.

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