Super Strong Style 16 returns for another unmissable Bank Holiday weekend of action at Camden’s Electric Ballroom, where new champions will be crowned and history made, brought to you by PROGRESS Wrestling!
The men’s tournament is celebrating its 10th edition, whilst for the first-time ever, a women’s competition has been held, bringing together the elite talent across professional wrestling.
First-round matches were held in the United Kingdom, continental Europe and North America for a truly global tournament which culminates in London, with 16 men and women left standing. Two Super Strong Style champions will be crowned.
The PROGRESS Men’s World Championship title is also on the line, with current champion Man Like Dereiss facing off against Cara Noir in a fiery contest not to be missed. The bout is a rematch of Dereiss’ triumph at Chapter 189: In Darkest Night.
Charles Crowley, Charlie Sterling, Simon Miller, Spike Trivet, Lio Rush, Jay Joshua, Peter Tihanyi and Elijah Blum are all in contention to lift the Super Strong Style 16 trophy.
In the world-first women’s competition, Skye Smithson, Gisele Shaw, Rhio, Stephanie Maze, LA Taylor, Shotzi Blackheart, Emersyn Jayne and Kanji will all aim to secure the title.
There is a wide range of ticket options available to suit all, with cost savings available to those who attend more than one show. Ticket prices start at just £17.22.
A full list of competitors can be found below:
MEN’S
Charles Crowley
Charles Crowley will be aiming to show what he is capable of when he enters the highly anticipated Super Strong Style 16 tournament next weekend!
Crowley, a fan favourite at PROGRESS Wrestling since his first appearance in March 2018, is back at SSS16 having missed out on the 2025 edition through injury.
Hungry to give it all in the Super Strong Style 16 battleground, following victory over Tucker in the first-round, Crowley will now set his sights on becoming the champion of one of PROGRESS Wrestling’s landmark events in its calendar.
His PROGRESS journey has always been about battling against the odds and overcoming adversity. Crowley will face Elijah Blum in the quarter-finals at Camden’s Electric Ballroom as he chases the top prize!
Charlie Sterling
Stalwart of British Wrestling Charlie Sterling is back at Super Strong Style 16 for the men’s tournament’s 10th edition.
A professional wrestler since 2009, Sterling had an excellent run at 2025 Super Strong Style 16, defeating Simon Miller and Will Kroos before narrowly falling to eventual champion Man Like DeReiss in the semi-final, so he will be looking to advance further this time around.
Having appeared over 40 times in PROGRESS either as a singles competitor or as a Tag Team duo with Smokin Aces, Sterling now turns his attention to a showdown against Lio Rush in the quarter-finals at Camden’s Electric Ballroom.
Lio Rush
Lio Rush is one of the most explosive and charismatic wrestlers on the scene, combining blistering speed with a high-risk style that has made him one to watch heading into his appearance at Super Strong Style 16. A former NXT Cruiserweight Champion, ROH Top Prospect Tournament winner and CZW World Heavyweight Champion, the “Man of the Hour” has built a reputation for delivering fast, inventive and crowd-pleasing performances.
Ahead of Super Strong Style 16, Rush brings serious tournament pedigree and plenty of experience, having featured in WWE and AEW alongside PROGRESS. He now meets Charlie Sterling in the quarter-finals, where his pace and creativity could prove decisive in another big tournament run.
Elijah Blum
Elijah Blum takes to the Super Strong Style 16 stage after becoming the first man to book his place in the competition’s quarter-finals back in January.
The German wrestler beat Bobby Gunns at wXw’s We Love Wrestling in Rüthen, Germany, back in January, which started his SSS16 journey which has led him to the famous Electric Ballroom in Camden.
Blum, one of the ones to watch in European Wrestling, arrives in London for the May Bank Holiday showpiece in form. Awaiting him is PROGRESS fan favourite, Charles Crowley, for what promises to be an exciting battle in the PROGRESS ring.
Spike Trivet
Spike Trivet is one of the most notorious and distinctive heels on the British wrestling scene, bringing menace, mind games and a ruthless edge to every match. The Cambridge-born wrestler made his PROGRESS debut in 2016 and went on to become one of the promotion’s defining figures, capturing the PROGRESS World Championship and spending much of his run at the centre of major storylines. Nicknamed “The Vulture”, Trivet combines opportunism with a grim, calculated style that has made him a dangerous opponent in tournament settings.
He has also proven he can deliver in big match environments across the UK and Europe, earning a reputation as a performer who thrives under pressure. Heading into Super Strong Style 16, Trivet carries the experience, confidence and credibility of a former champion, making him a major threat to Peter Tihanyi.
Simon Miller
Simon Miller is synonymous with wrestling for British fans. His PROGRESS career began when he debuted in 2022. In just two years Miller has grown from a newcomer to becoming a serious contender. Notably, Miller won the PROGRESS Proteus Championship in October 2024.
Miller also goes by the moniker of “Master of the Ups and Downs,” which captures the core of his identity as a wrestler. It is his dedication, humour, and ‘underdog’ mentality that have allowed him to connect with the audience throughout the United Kingdom. Miller’s transition from being a host to a competitor was a major component of his story within PROGRESS. Miller’s time competing in PROGRESS has included high profile matches, titles successes and a desire to continue bettering himself as a competitor.
As Miller heads into Super Strong Style 16 against Jay Joshua, he brings experience, momentum and a lot to prove. Due to injury, Miller missed the event last year; therefore, it will be exciting to see if he can prove that he belongs at the summit and reign supreme at Super Strong Style 16.
Jay Joshua
Jay Joshua is going into the quarter-finals of Super Strong Style 16, which will be his first match since breaking onto the British wrestling scene. He was able to build up momentum for this quarter final against Simon Miller. Jay is known for his physically tough, high technical standard matches all over the UK’s independent circuit and made a huge impact.
Firstly, he became co-holder of the Undisputed British Tag Team Championships (with Connor Mills), then he won the Undisputed British Heavyweight Title. Before coming into Super Strong Style 16 this year, Joshua already had some form of success, after beating Kid Lykos II in Round One. In his match against Simon Miller, Joshua faces an experienced wrestler, but because of his ability to use speed, strength and accuracy, he could easily make it further than just the round of eight.
Peter Tihanyi
Peter Tihanyi is one of Europe’s most exciting rising stars, bringing a fast-paced, hard-hitting style to every match. The Hungarian standout has built his reputation across HCW, GWF, wXw, and PROGRESS, where he has captured multiple championships and earned a place among the continent’s elite.
Known for his intensity, technical sharpness, and ability to rise in big-match settings, Tihanyi has proven he can thrive against top international names. Ahead of his Super Strong Style 16 clash with Spike Trivet, he arrives with momentum, confidence, and the experience of wrestling at the highest level. With a résumé that includes title wins, tournament success, and standout performances against some of Europe’s best, Tihanyi looks fully prepared for another breakthrough moment on the PROGRESS stage.
WOMEN’S
Rhio
A former PROGRESS Women’s World Champion, Rhio has already proved she can thrive in big-match situations, including ladder matches and title defences where the stakes are at their highest. Her style is hard-hitting and relentless, but it is matched by composure and experience that have grown as her career has developed.
Ahead of her clash with Stephanie Maze, Preston-born Rhio brings the aura of a proven champion who is used to making history and rising to the moment. That combination of confidence, toughness and championship pedigree makes her a dangerous opponent for anyone standing across the ring.
LA Taylor
Taylor has quickly become one of Britain’s biggest threats in the world of professional wrestling with her massive size, incredible strength, and an unrelenting “no nonsense” style in every single bout.
Trained by both New Wave Wrestling Academy and REACH Wrestling Academy, Taylor has created a name for herself through her heavy-handed approach to competing, which lends itself well to being involved in physically demanding bouts under championship conditions.
Since making her debut in 2019, Taylor has accumulated numerous titles throughout the U.K, both individually and as part of a tag-team, and has developed an aura about her as a consistent threat to anyone else in the women’s division.
Taylor is one of the strongest contenders heading into the very first ever women’s Super Strong Style 16 tournament, where former WWE star Shotzi Blackheart awaits.
Shotzi Blackheart
Shotzi Blackheart has become one of the best-known wrestlers on today’s wrestling scene based on an aggressive in-ring style, a large, loud presence and an unafraid, punk-inspired approach to the business. A top performer both on the indie circuit and on big stage events, Shotzi has established herself as “the ballsy badass” through her extreme, chaotic offense and ability to get crowds going ahead of a first-ever Women’s Super Strong Style 16.
Before taking on LA Taylor at this year’s Super Strong Style 16, Shotzi will be coming into the event off good momentum and looking to prove something aiming to write herself into the history books. PROGRESS has noted that she returns to the tournament after gaining some international experience and with a goal to write herself into the record books. Given the combination of superstar appeal, edginess and motivation, Shotzi will likely be one of the main draws on the card.
Skye Smitson
Skye Smitson, also referred to as “The Villainess, is quickly rising to the forefront of the British Independent Scene due to her aggressive yet technical wrestling style; intelligent approach to ring work; and polished confidence both inside and outside of the ring. A resident of London England for many years, Smitson’s solid reputation was developed from many years of steady growth and progress, which includes developing a strong tag-team presence in addition to adapting to any type of wrestler she competes against.
In addition to being part of the tag-team “Experience” alongside L.A. Taylor, Smitson is a technically proficient and adaptable and versatile. This description highlights her strategic or tactical advantage over each competitor she competes against.
Prior to her quarter-final bout at Super Strong Style 16, Smitson defeated Anita Vaughan, and she now has an opportunity to be considered as a top contender on one of PROGRESS’ largest platforms. It is this combination of experience, accuracy, and desire that will create a formidable force when she steps into the ring against Gisele Shaw.
Gisele Shaw
Gisele Shaw is coming into Super Strong Style 16 as one of the best known and most successful international female wrestlers in the world. As a Filipino-Canadian wrestler, Gisele’s established herself with strong performances all over the globe. The ability to connect with audiences in ring, combined with her technical skill of having very good striking, being able to present her matches well and projecting confidence, have earned her a great deal of respect within the women’s wrestling community.
In addition to earning recognition for her skills through victories, Gisele has also gained significant profile, therefore “the quintessentially diva” moniker that Gisele has adopted, demonstrates how confident and charismatic she is in the ring. This week at Super Strong Style 16, we will see Gisele take on Skye Smitson in what is expected to be a highly competitive and quality quarter final contest.
Emersyn Jayne
Emersyn Jayne is one of British wrestling’s most versatile and decorated performers, bringing a sharp blend of technical skill, agility and ring intelligence to every match. Known as “The Main Event Empress,” she has built a reputation for adapting to any style, whether that means fast-paced exchanges, hard-hitting contests or submission-heavy battles after beating Hollie Barlow to reach this stage.
A Scottish star from Glasgow, Jayne has become a standout across the UK independent scene and is especially celebrated for her success in Pro-Wrestling: EVE, where she has collected major titles and established herself as a proven big-match performer. She also carries momentum into Super Strong Style 16 after defeating Kanji in RevPro action earlier this year, adding extra intrigue to their quarter-final clash. With experience, confidence and a proven track record, Jayne enters the tournament as a serious threat to go all the way.
Kanji
Kanji is known for her strong technical performance, her aggressive & competitive nature & a temperament suited to main event performances.
A former PROGRESS Women’s Champion & two-time PROGRESS Women’s Champion, Kanji is widely regarded as an unrelenting competitor that excels in the pressure cooker environment of big match competition.
Having debuted in 2017, Kanji has established herself as a top prospect on the UK indie circuit competing at major events such as PROGRESS, RevPro & EVE as well as gaining experience from her involvement in WWE’s NXT UK.
Kanji will enter the inaugural women’s Super Strong Style 16 tournament with a wealth of experience competing in high stakes matches & a proven track record.
The quarter final sees Kanji facing off against Emersyn Jayne in what should be a closely contested encounter between two of the divisions most fierce competitors.
Stephanie Maze
Stephanie Maze is a German professional wrestler from Bavaria who has built her name on a fast, hard-hitting style and a strong kickboxing-influenced background. She debuted in 2018 after training with Hektor and Alex Wright, and has since competed across the European scene, including notable appearances in wXw and PROGRESS Wrestling. Her offense is built around sharp strikes, suplexes, and explosive timing, with moves such as the SkyFall Kick, Saito Suplex, and Bicycle Knee helping define her in-ring identity.
Maze has also earned attention as a former women’s tag team champion in wXw, showing she is effective both as a singles threat and in tag competition.
Ahead of her Super Strong Style 16 match against LA Taylor, she arrives with momentum, experience, and a reputation as one of Germany’s most physical and polished rising stars.
Match card:
Men’s World Championship (No Disqualification Match)
Man Like Dereiss © vs Cara Noir
Men’s Super Strong Style 16 quarter-finals
Lio Rush vs Charlie Sterling
Elijah Blum vs Charles Crowley
Simon Miller vs Jay Joshua
Spike Trivet vs Peter Tihanyi
Women’s Super Strong Style quarter-finals
Skye Smitson vs Gisele Shaw
Rhio vs Stephanie Maze
LA Taylor vs Shotzi Blackheart
Emersyn Jayne vs Kanji
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