Of course, pro wrestlers have rules of engagement they must follow. For WWE Wrestlers, though, the rules get more strict, more confusing, and more out there. From dress codes to weird expectations depending on the state you're in, pro wrestlers for the WWE have a lot to keep up with. While not all of them are "official" written-down rules to the organization, there are some alleged doozies fans have picked up on over the years.
Those promos you see? They're completely scripted with potential alleged punishments for wrestlers who decide to go off book.
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Female wrestlers have to attend all shows.
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Regardless of whether they have a fight or not, WWE's female wrestlers are required to attend the entirety of a match.
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No low blows — most of the time.
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Hitting, um, below the belt is said to not be allowed — at least not without special permission.
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No blading.
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Blading occurs when a wrestler uses an object to create a cut on their body in order to make an injury appear more severe. It's a no-no.
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No piledrivers.
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While some, like the Undertaker, are allowed to do piledrivers, they aren't allowed for most wrestlers.
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Get your own car.
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While you'd think wrestlers would be transported to matches by the company, most are actually independent contractors and that transportation, it's all on them.
For the WWE's female superstars, there's an alleged dress code during events. A dress and heels are a must at appearances.
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Zero punching.
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Wrestling isn't boxing, and that's underscored by a no closed fists rule even if it's not always strictly enforced.
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No props without approval.
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Wrestling fans know that stars use props, but they're said to only be allowed if they've been pre-approved.
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No social media posts without permission.
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Social media is monitored by the WWE and with any official post related to storylines, guidance is provided.
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No cursing.
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If you've been watching wrestling for a while, you know the WWE has become more family friendly. This means no cursing for its stars.
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No real names.
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When appearing in public capacities, wrestlers don't use their real names and instead must use their stage names since it's an official event.
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Don't steal moves.
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One of the unwritten, alleged rules that's somewhat common sense is that you don't steal signature moves from other athletes.
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No more wrestling after a cut.
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If a wrestler is injured and gets a cut, the match can't continue unless it's able to be sealed.
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No ropes during entrances.
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During entrances, wrestlers tend to hype up their appearance, but they can't stand on the ropes. While this rule isn't strictly enforced, it allegedly does exist.
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Business casual is required for events.
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Wrestlers have a dress code during appearance and are required to wear business casual at a minimum.
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No chokeholds.
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Wrestling values safety, and that's why chokeholds are a no go.
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Certain words aren't allowed.
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Announcers have to maintain the brand during shows, and this includes only using wrestlers' official name and not say words like "backstage" to maintain the illusion of reality.