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SHOTZI BLACKHEART TO MAKE PROGRESS WRESTLING DEBUT AT CHAPTER 181 AGAINST NINA SAMUELS
PROGRESS Wrestling is thrilled to announce that Shotzi Blackheart will make her long-awaited UK return at Chapter 181: Far From Ordinary People, taking place on Sunday, June 29th at Manchester’s O2 Ritz. In a high-stakes “Pick Your Poison” match, Shotzi will face Nina Samuels, a bout selected by Kanji ahead of her “Loser Leaves PROGRESS” showdown with Samuels at Chapter 182 in July.
This marks Shotzi’s first UK independent appearance since 2018, following a distinguished tenure in WWE. During her time there, she captured the NXT Women’s Tag Team Championship alongside Ember Moon and became known for her fearless, high-octane style. Her return to the European scene for the first time since leaving WWE is highly anticipated by fans eager to witness her dynamic in-ring presence once again.
“Bringing Shotzi to PROGRESS is a significant moment for us,” said co-owner Martyn Best. “Her energy and charisma will be incredible inside the 02 Ritz and we can’t wait to treat our fans to her match against Nina Samuels at Chapter 181” added co-owner Lee McAteer.
UPDATED CARD FOR CHAPTER 181: FAR FROM ORDINARY PEOPLE
PROGRESS World Title Match: Luke Jacobs (c) vs. Cara Noir
PROGRESS Tag Team Title Match: The Sunshine Machine (Chuck Mambo & TK Cooper) (c) vs. Lykos Gym (Kid Lykos & Kid Lykos II)
Pick Your Poison Match: Lana Austin vs. Kanji
Pick Your Poison Match: Nina Samuels vs. Shotzi Blackheart
Four-Way Match: Simon Miller vs. Jack Morris vs. Ethan Allen vs. Charles Crowley
Singles Match: Alexxis Falcon vs. Hollie Barlow
Tickets for Chapter 181 are available now at progresswrestling.com/tickets. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness Shotzi’s electrifying return to the UK wrestling scene and a night of unforgettable action at PROGRESS Wrestling.
