The world of wrestling has always been a thrill and adrenaline-filled spectacle, and finishers are a key part of that spectacle. In the 2020s, we have witnessed some of the most innovative, devastating and amazing moves to ever step into the ring. These finishers not only ensure victory for wrestlers, but also delight fans and create unforgettable moments.
Related
10 Worst Wrestling Finishers Of The 2020s (So Far), Ranked
Halfway through the 2020s, these wrestling finishers stand out as some of the worst in the industry so far.
In this article, we will explore the top ten wrestling finishers of the 2020s, highlighting their impact in the ring and their contribution to the legacy of their respective performers. From breathtaking aerial moves to impactful strikes, these finishers have defined and redefined wrestling in the current decade in companies like WWE, AEW and other major promotions all over the world.
10
Seth Rollins’ Stomp
Seth Rollins Shows No Mercy When Executing His Finisher
|
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
|
38 |
6′ 1″ |
216 lbs |
Seth Rollins’ Stomp has proven to be one of the best finishers of the 2020s for several reasons. First, its quick and precise execution makes it a difficult move for his opponents to anticipate and block.
The speed with which Rollins applies the Stomp, slamming his opponent’s head hard into the mat, adds an element of surprise and devastation that leaves his opponents with no chance of immediate recovery. It’s a compelling and very effective move.
9
Tiffany Stratton’s Prettiest Moonsault Ever
Tiffany Stratton’s Moonsault Is Indeed Beautiful
|
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
|
25 |
5′ 7″ |
143 lbs |
Swanton Bomb |
Tiffany Stratton’s finisher is called the Prettiest Moonsault Ever for a reason: it is indeed very pretty. With her background in gymnastics, Stratton has perfected this move, making it not only effective but also visually stunning.
Although beauty is subjective, many consider her Moonsault to be one of the most elegant and precise in wrestling history, both from a technical and spectacular standpoint. In addition, the move is very effective and has allowed Tiffy to quickly climb to the top.
8
Adam Page’s Buckshot Lariat
Adam Page Has Perfected A Complex Finisher
|
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
|
33 |
6′ 0″ |
213 lbs |
Adam Page’s Buckshot Lariat is undoubtedly one of the most impressive and effective finishers in wrestling today. This move is unique, as it combines agility, strength and precision, making it a devastating finisher.
The Buckshot Lariat is a very complex move, and you can ask CM Punk about it, but Page has perfected this move throughout his career, and its flawless execution has been key to many of his victories. The Buckshot Lariat has been widely praised by fans and critics alike, and has become a signature of his wrestling style.
7
Bron Breakker’s Spear
Bron Breakker’s Speed & Strength Make His Spear Special
|
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
|
27 |
6′ 0″ |
229 lbs |
|
The
Spear
is a very common finisher these days, but it is hard to find a Spear as powerful as Bron Breakker’s. It is simply amazing how he, thanks to his outstanding speed, explosiveness and strength, manages to connect with the Spear.
It really looks like he is about to break his opponents in half. Breakker makes a common finisher like the Spear special every time he performs it, and that is precisely why he is one of the best finishers today.
6
FTR’s Big Rig
FTR’s Big Rig Requires Perfect Timing
|
Wrestler |
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Cash Wheeler |
37 |
5′ 9″ |
207 lbs |
|
|
Dax Harwood |
40 |
5′ 10″ |
211 lbs |
|
FTR’s finisher, known as the “Big Rig” (formerly called the “Goodnight Express” and “Shatter Machine” in WWE), is one of the most effective and respected finishing moves in professional wrestling.
Related
10 Best Tag Team Finishers In WWE History
There have been several great tag team finishers in WWE history. The following are the very best.
This move combines the strength and coordination of both team members, Cash Wheeler and Dax Harwood, to execute a Flapjack-Double Knee Facebreaker combination. This move is very complicated, as it requires perfect timing, but
FTR
makes it look easy.
5
Randy Orton’s RKO
The RKO Is One Of The Best Finishers In Wrestling History
|
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
|
44 |
6′ 4″ |
242 lbs |
Randy Orton’s finisher, known as the RKO, is undoubtedly one of the most iconic and effective moves in wrestling history. This move, a jumping cutter, is characterized by its unpredictability and speed, allowing Orton to execute it from virtually any position and at any time, including countering almost any move of his opponent.
Randy Orton is already 44 years old and injuries are preventing him from working on a regular basis, but still, his finisher is one of the best of the present decade.
4
Drew McIntyre’s Claymore
Nothing As Wonderful As A Picture-Perfect Claymore
|
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
|
39 |
6′ 5″ |
266 lbs |
|
Drew McIntyre
created the Claymore accidentally during a match due to the stiffness of his leather pants, and now this move is considered one of the best finishers of the 2020s. This Running Single Leg Front Dropkick looks spectacular, is convincing and is also very effective, as few wrestlers have kicked out of it.
Related
10 Best WWE Wrestlers Of 2024, Ranked
WWE had a stacked roster in 2024, full of great athletes and entertainers. But who was the very best WWE wrestler of the year?
The Claymore has been praised for its ability to change the course of a match in an instant, and the strength and precision with which McIntyre executes it has made it a move feared by his opponents.
3
Kenny Omega’s One-Winged Angel
Only One Wrestler Has Ever Kicked Out Of The One-Winged Angel
|
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
|
41 |
6′ 0″ |
218 lbs |
|
Kenny Omega’s One-Winged Angel is known for his ability to finish almost any opponent. Only one wrestler, Kota Ibushi, has successfully pulled off the move, making it a legitimate and respected finisher. Throughout his career, this finisher has been protected and promoted as a devastating maneuver.
In addition, the execution of the move is impressive and requires great technical skill.
Kenny Omega
lifts his opponent onto his shoulders and drops him head first to the ground, creating a significant visual and physical impact.
2
Will Ospreay’s Stormbreaker
Will Ospreay’s Finisher Is Fantastic
|
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
|
31 |
6′ 1″ |
220 lbs |
|
Will Ospreay’s Stormbreaker could not be missing from this list.
Will Ospreay is arguably the best wrestler in the world today
. His arsenal of moves is phenomenal, and his finisher, the Stormbreaker, is amazing.
We’re talking about a unique move, a double underhook overhead Gutwrench into a modified Corkscrew Neckbreaker. This finisher is insane, because even though it’s complicated, Ospreay executes it flawlessly, making it look devastating and spectacular at the same time.
1
Bianca Belair’s KOD
Bianca Belair Has A Perfect Finisher
|
Age |
Height |
Weight |
Other Signature Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
|
35 |
5′ 7″ |
165 lbs |
|
The best wrestling finisher in the 2020s so far is arguably Bianca Belair’s KOD. Belair capitalizes on her extraordinary strength to lift her opponents onto her shoulders and then send them to the canvas face first, delivering a devastating impact that leaves her opponents unable to continue.
This sitout Burning Hammer is unique, looks devastating and spectacular and is exciting and very effective, as no one has kicked out of it in the WWE main roster.
<