Professional wrestlers have been wearing Jordan sneakers in the ring for a while now. While some might choose standard releases, others have been known to rock collaborations that are in great demand. Here are a few of our favourite Jordan sneakers worn by wrestlers.
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1. Edge: Air Jordan 1 High “Clay Green”
The Rated R Superstar made his ring comeback in 2019 wearing the Air Jordan 1 “Clay Green.” It’s definitely worth noting that this gorgeous Summit White, Black, and Clay Green pair was released as a part of the “Best Hand in the Game” collection that honours various accomplishments in Michael Jordan’s career.
2. Kofi Kingston: Air Jordan 1 Mid “Night Vision Joker”
The Joker-inspired sneakers seen on Kofi Kingston’s feet at WWE Raw this year play perfectly into the showmanship of wrestling. The upper is constructed from black and purple leather, with Electric Green accents on the laces, outsole, and Jumpman logo, which glow under black light.
3. Dominik Mysterio: Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Low “Reverse Mocha”
From La Flame’s iconic Jumpman Jack sneakers to Travis Scott’s “Phantom” AJ1 Low collaboration, Mysterio has competed while wearing various Travis Scott sneakers. But the “Reverse Mocha” AJ1 Low he wore during a WWE Raw match this year may be the most sought-after pair of them all. The sneaker features ivory leather overlays set atop a brown suede base with the Houston rapper’s signature reverse Swoosh in Sail tumbled leather on the lateral side.
4. Nick Jackson: Air Jordan 11 Retro “Cap and Gown”
Unexpectedly, the Jordan 11 silhouette has been seen quite a bit in the wrestling ring. But Nick Jackson’s “Cap and Gown”colourway from 2021 has been one of our favourite colourways to see in action. Although the simple all-black colourway is understated, the suede upper and graduation cord-inspired rope laces give the look a little more flair.
5. The Elite: Air Jordan 11 Retro “Space Jam”
During an AEW Dynamite Fight For The Fallen match in 2021, Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson, and Kenny Omega wore matching “Space Jam” 11s. Although Michael Jordan himself made the Black, Dark Concord, and White colourway of the Air Jordan 11 line famous in the 1996 movie “Space Jam,” it is still impressive to see it perform in the ring.
6. Enzo Amore: Air Jordan 4 Retro “11Lab4 Red”
During a 2016 WWE RAW match, Enzo Amore donned a limited-edition Air Jordan 11Lab4 “Red.” Few could wear this loud and eye-catching red patent leather shoe as well as Amore did.
7. Roman Reigns: Air Jordan 4 “Bred”
When it comes to his sneaker choices, SmackDown Superstar Roman Reigns never goes overboard, but he still knows how to draw attention, as evidenced by his flawless decision to don the Air Jordan 4 “Bred” in the ring. The understated yet classic colour combination of black and red complements Reigns’ style perfectly.
8. Shane McMahon: Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 High OG “Mocha”
Another legendary wrestler who is well-known for competing in some of the best Jordan Brand pairs is Shane-O-Mac. The Air Jordan 1 is, without a doubt, the model that he wears the most. Even though he’s worn many different colourways over the years, the Travis Scott x Nike Air Jordan 1 High OG “Mocha” has been his best-looking pair so far.
9. Young Bucks: Dior x Air Jordan 1 High
When it comes to sneaker selections in the ring, there’s no questioning that the Young Bucks consistently bring their A-game. From the Air Jordan 11 Retro “Cap and Gown” to the Off-White x Jordan 1 High “Euro” and even a Fragment x Travis Scott Jordan 1 with a few additional spikes, these pro wrestlers have performed in some of the most expensive and exclusive Jordan sneakers ever seen. However, the Dior x Air Jordan 1 High might just be the most coveted of them all. What makes it so special are the Dior monogram print on the Swoosh and the fine white and grey Italian leather.
10. Batista: Jordan 28 “Stealth All-Star”
After making a comeback to the WWE in 2014, Batista adopted the Air Jordan 28 model as one of his signature shoe styles. Even though he donned at least eight different colourways of the sneaker, the Jordan 28 “Stealth All-Star,” with its “Black, White, and Electric Green” colour combination, is one of our favourites.
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