NWA UK Hammerlock
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NWA UK Hammerlock is a British professional wrestling promotion based in Kent. Established in 1993 by former wrestler turned promoter Andre "Sledgehammer" Baker, it is one of the National Wrestling Alliance's territories. For many years the NWA had shunned Europe because it recognized a rival World Heavyweight Championship based in the UK (recognized by All Star Promotions), but in the late 1990s, the UK Hammerlock became a member of the NWA, opening Europe to its influence.
Probably the biggest event in Hammerlock's history came in 1999, when the promotion's top star, Gary Steele, defeated Naoya Ogawa to win the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. In recent times fans have been following the groups over 18's show at the "Tap N Tin" Nightclub (Chatham, Kent.) These shows have garnered a cult like following of fans from the venue, and mix in a more Hardcore style element, along with the traditionally British style of wrestling Hammerlock is known for.
[edit] Championships
| Championship: | Current champion(s): | Held since: |
|---|---|---|
| NWA British Commonwealth Heavyweight Championship | Paul Tracey | August 27, 2006 |
| NWA United Kingdom Heavyweight Championship | Johnny Moss | February 18, 2006 |
| NWA United Kingdom Junior Heavyweight Championship | Zack Sabre, Jr. | October 22, 2005 |
| NWA Ireland Heavyweight Championship | Sean Brennan | March 26, 2006 |
| NWA Ireland Junior Heavyweight Championship | Aguila II | May 28, 2006 |
| NWA Ireland Tag Team Championship | The Masterclass (Adam Abz and Phil Boyd) |
November 26, 2006 |
| NWA Scottish Heavyweight Championship | Eric Canyon | August 20, 2005 |
