Gloucester is gearing up for a night of electrifying wrestling action as British Kingdom Pro-Wrestling (BKPW) presents Ultimate Ascension 2026. Taking place on Saturday, January 24, at The King’s School, this event promises thrilling matches featuring global wrestling talents.
Leading the card is former WWE superstar Brian Kendrick, who puts his BKPW Junior Heavyweight Championship on the line against Welsh sensation Nico Angelo, famously known as ‘The Man with a Black Heart of Gold.’ Kendrick’s illustrious career spans over 25 years and includes titles such as WWE Cruiserweight and Tag Team Champion, once holding the longest WWE tag team reign for nearly a decade. His vast experience from top promotions like WWE, TNA, and New Japan Pro-Wrestling sets the stage for a compelling title defense.
The excitement continues with a fierce bout between former NXT UK talent Levi Muir and South West’s Eddie Ryan, also known by his real name Vincent Rubio. Muir, a former British powerlifting champion and WWE signee, brings exceptional strength and agility. Meanwhile, Ryan boasts international experience wrestling across Japan, Germany, Belgium, and the USA, and has shared the stage with icons like Rey Mysterio and Rob Van Dam during his time as the 5 Star Wrestling Real Heavyweight Champion.
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International wrestling fans will appreciate the clash between Tiger Ali, named by legendary wrestler Último Dragón, and Japan’s rising star Kouga from the prestigious Pro Wrestling Noah promotion. Their match promises a blend of powerful strikes and technical wrestling prowess.
Rounding out the headline matches, Prince Phoenix faces former ICW World Heavyweight Champion Leyton Buzzard. Buzzard, who was once a child actor and a finalist on the BBC talent show “I’d Do Anything” competing for a West End role, now channels his performance energy into the wrestling ring.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, 24 January 2026
Venue: KINGS Gloucester, The King’s School, Pitt Street, Gloucester, GL1 2BG
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Event Starts: 6:00 PM
Ticket Prices:
- Gold Front Row (Includes Meet and Greet): £20.00
- Silver Second Row (Includes Meet and Greet): £17.50
- Adults General Admission: £15.00
- Kids General Admission: £10.00
- Family of 4 (2 Adults, 2 Kids): £45.00
- Family of 6 (2 Adults, 4 Kids): £60.00
- Birthday Party Packages from £100 for groups of 10
The venue offers free parking, a fully licensed bar, and official merchandise. Fans can also purchase in-ring photos with their favorite wrestlers to capture the memories of this thrilling wrestling night.