Want to be the next John Cena? Here¡¯s how to become a WWE superstar and dominate the ring!

WWE is one of the biggest and most popular professional wrestling companies in the world. The Stamford-based promotion, which had an annual revenue of $1.398 billion* in 2024, has changed the lives of several athletes and entertainers over the years. Most established WWE stars, right from John Cena to Roman Reigns, are global celebrities and earn big bucks. However, becoming a WWE A-lister isn¡¯t easy. It requires years of training and unparalleled dedication to make it in this business. So, if you want to pursue a career in the WWE, here¡¯s all you need to know.

How can I join WWE wrestling?

According to the company¡¯s official website, one needs to be at least 18 years old to apply to be a WWE star. Moreover, some experience in wrestling is mandatory.

If you meet these parameters, had to the WWE¡¯s official website and apply by filling the online form. If the higher-ups like your profile, you will be invited for tryouts, which are held throughout the year. Depending on how you fare, you will be allotted to the Performance Centre and then one of the brands. This, however, may take some time.

How do I start a career in WWE?

The first thing you need to do before applying for a job at the WWE is to gain experience. You can do so by performing on the indies. Alternatively, you can attend a wrestling school. You also need to study the WWE product in order to understand what evokes a reaction from the audience. Physical conditioning is of utmost importance so you need to train rigorously to be successful in the company.

Once everything is in order and you have made an impression, you can get an opportunity to perform on NXT, the development brand. However, if you are lucky and have enough experience, you might just be asked to perform on Raw or SmackDown (the main brands) directly.

What is WWE minimum salary?

Simply put, you¡¯ll be making a fortune once you join the main roster. According to Fightful Select, a website, a talent on the main roster earns a minimum of $350,000 per year. However, the exact figure varies depending on experience and star power. Some big names may even earn upto $1 million annually.

* As per Wrestlenomics

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