Lykos Gym, Kid Lykos & Kid Lykos II

Lykos Gym, comprised of Kid Lykos and Kid Lykos II, have cemented themselves as one of the most chaotic and decorated teams in PROGRESS Wrestling history.

Their popularity stems from a unique blend of anarchic energy, inventive in-ring style, and an unpredictable persona that has captivated fans across the UK. With their signature masks, sharp wit, and undeniable chemistry, Lykos Gym bring both danger and drama to the tag division.

Kid Lykos became the first ever five-time PROGRESS Tag Team Champion at Chapter 181, while Kid Lykos II is now a two-time titleholder—an impressive legacy for a duo that continues to evolve with every Chapter. Despite moments of controversy (including their recent title win under suspicious circumstances), they remain one of the mainstays in PROGRESS Wrestling, who impress in the ring and get huge reactions from fans.

Notable matches in Lykos Gym’s PROGRESS history include:

Lykos Gym vs Sunshine Machine
Lykos Gym vs Nico X Mills
Lykos Gym vs Smokin’ Aces
Lykos Gym vs Boisterous Behaviour

All matches are available to watch on DEMAND PROGRESS PLUS.

Paul Walter Hauser made his PROGRESS Wrestling debut at Chapter 179: PROGRESS Las Vegas on 17 April 2025 where he captured the Proteus Championship in a five-way scramble match by pinning Adam Priest.

Notable matches in Paul Walter Hauser’s PROGRESS history include:

Paul Walter Hauser vs Simon Miller vs Adam Priest vs Charles Crowley vs Effy

Hauser is known globally for his acclaimed roles in Richard Jewell, Cruella and I Tonya. He began training under Paul London in 2023 and quickly found his footing in the wrestling world with appearances in MLW DEFY and Wrestling REVOLVER.

His victory in Las Vegas marked his first professional wrestling championship.

As Proteus Champion Hauser now holds the power to determine the rules of his title defences a unique tradition of the Proteus Championship.

What does the future hold for the Hollywood star in PROGRESS Wrestling?

All matches are available to watch on DEMAND PROGRESS PLUS.

Man Like Dereiss, The Lyrical Dragon.

Like so many of the current roster, Man Like Dereiss burst onto the PROGRESS Wrestling scene during the Peckham Theatre era. Initially brought in to be part of the Natural Progression Series, Dereiss fell to the eventual winner, Luke Jacobs.

Since then he has had over 60 matches in PROGRESS Wrestling, won the Tag Team Championships as part of the 0121 with DRILLA Moloney and competed for singles titles in PROGRESS and other companies on our shows, as well as winning the 2025 Super Strong Style Tournament.

Notable matches in Man Like Dereiss’ history include:

Man Like Dereiss vs Spike Trivet
Man Like Dereiss vs Luke Jacobs
Man Like Dereiss vs Leon Slater
0121 vs Sunshine Machine

Man Like Dereiss has seen his tag team partners go on to worldwide success and it is only a matter of time until the world sees just how talented The Lyrical Dragon is.

Rhio, The Leader Of The Pack.

After debuting during the Reveleations of Divine Love tournament of 2021, Rhio proved herself by winning the whole thing, defeating three of the best PROGRESS Wrestling had to offer.

Notable matches in Rhio’s history include:

Rhio in the Thunderbastard match
Rhio vs Meiko Satomura
Rhio vs Trish Adora
Rhio v Lizzy Evo

Rhio is the current PROGRESS Women’s champion. She has said she wants to be a champion the PROGRESS Wrestling fans can be proud of and someone they know will handle anything or anyone.

So far she is more than doing that as she defeats competitor after competitor, always showing great fight and great respect.

Gene Munny, That Damn Dirty Dog.

After debuting in the Electric Ballroom in a losing effort in the Natural Progression Series, Gene Munny was yet another wrestler to really maximise his Peckham era in PROGRESS Wrestling. His charismatic work on those shows created the #bookgeneforsss16 campaign. He made it but was defeated by the eventual winner Chris Ridgeway.

Notable matches in Gene Munny’s history include:

Gene Munny & Connor Mills vs Smokin’ Aces
Gene Munny vs Matt Cardona
Gene Munny vs Spike Trivet
Gene Munny vs Ricky Shane Page

With Gene Munny already the illustrious Gene Munny Champion of Gene Munny, he will be looking to win PROGRESS gold in his future. He came so close to winning the Tag Championships with Connor Mills… can he finally break his duck soon?

Luke Jacobs, North West Strong.

After debuting in PROGRESS in 2019 in a dark match, Luke Jacobs really burst onto the scene in 2021 during the Peckham era winning the Natural Progression series and a title shot for the PROGRESS Men’s World Championship.

Since then he has had over 50 matches in PROGRESS Wrestling, won the ATLAS Championship, won the 2024 Super Strong Style 16 Tournament and had many memorable, hard hitting matches that get talked about to this day.

Notable matches in Luke Jacobs’ history include:

Luke Jacobs vs Spike Trivet
Luke Jacobs vs Axel Tischer
Luke Jacobs vs Kid Lykos
Alexxis Falcon v Ricky Knight Jr

Luke Jacobs has won the ATLAS Championship and after five years in the company, he became the PROGRESS Men’s World Champion by defeating the man he betrayed, Kid Lykos.

Lana Austin, former Women’s PROGRESS World Champion and the Daily Star’s favourite wrestler. Head of the Lana Austin Experience with LA Taylor and Skye Smitson.

Finishing moves include:
Kiss of Death (Tilt-A-Whirl Stunner),
Leg Kick-out DDT,
Rolling Elbow,
Signature Moves,
Camel Clutch,
Peach Punch (Hip attack to a seated opponent, with theatrics),
Running slap to a cornered rope hung opponent,
Schoolboy,
Slap,
Lana Austin stinkface.