Hamilton Tiger-Cats and MAPLE LEAF PRO Partner to Bring WrestleFest to Hamilton Stadium This Saturday

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Hamilton Tiger-Cats and MAPLE LEAF PRO Partner to Bring WrestleFest to Hamilton Stadium on Saturday

Free Live Professional Wrestling Kicks Off Game Day Before the Tiger-Cats Take on the Saskatchewan Roughriders

HAMILTON, ON – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and MAPLE LEAF PRO Wrestling are partnering to bring fans exciting live professional wrestling when WrestleFest comes to the South Plaza at Hamilton Stadium this Saturday, August 15, before the Tiger-Cats host the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

Beginning at 5:15 p.m., WrestleFest is free and open to the public and will feature five live professional wrestling matches, bringing the excitement of MAPLE LEAF PRO to Hamilton Stadium before Tiger-Cats kickoff.

Headlining the event are The Good Brothers – Karl Anderson & Doc Gallows, one of the most accomplished tag teams in professional wrestling. Fans will also see MLP Interim Canadian Champion Stu Grayson, MLP Canadian Tag Team Champions 1st Faction, Psycho Mike, Taylor Rising, Hamilton’s own Jonny DeLuca, and other MAPLE LEAF PRO stars in action.

Co-presented by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and MAPLE LEAF PRO Wrestling, the event brings together two premier forms of live entertainment to create one unforgettable game day experience.

“Hamilton has long been known for its passionate sports fans, and we’re excited to bring the energy of MAPLE LEAF PRO to the South Plaza before Tiger-Cats kickoff,” said Scott D’Amore, President of MAPLE LEAF PRO. “WrestleFest gives fans the opportunity to experience world-class professional wrestling up close before enjoying one of the CFL’s marquee matchups. We’re proud to partner with the Tiger-Cats to make game day an even bigger event.”

“Game day begins long before kickoff, and we’re always looking for new ways to enhance the fan experience,” said Gerry Fonzo, Vice President of Stadium Events and Operations, Hamilton Sports Group. “Partnering with MAPLE LEAF PRO to bring WrestleFest to the South Plaza gives fans another exciting reason to arrive early and experience an unforgettable day at Hamilton Stadium.”

Fans are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy all five WrestleFest matches before the Tiger-Cats take on the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

WrestleFest

• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026

• Location: South Plaza, Hamilton Stadium

• Bell Time: 5:15 p.m.

• Admission: Free and open to the public

• Opening kickoff: 7:00 p.m. 

For more information, visit mlpwrestling.com, or follow the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and MAPLE LEAF PRO on their official social media channels.

Tickets to see the Tiger-Cats take on the Roughriders are available now at Ticats.ca.

About MAPLE LEAF PRO Wrestling

MAPLE LEAF PRO Wrestling (MLP) is Canada’s premier professional wrestling promotion, combining the country’s rich wrestling heritage with a modern global vision. Led by wrestling executive Scott D’Amore, MLP presents premium live events and weekly television featuring Canada’s best wrestlers alongside internationally acclaimed stars from partner promotions around the world. Through innovative storytelling, broadcast-quality production and strategic partnerships, MAPLE LEAF PRO Wrestling is re-establishing Canada as a destination for world-class professional wrestling.

About The Hamilton Tiger-Cats
The Tiger-Cats are a proud member of the Canadian Football League tracing their roots in the Hamilton community back to 1869. A pillar of Canadian sports and owned by Hamilton Sports Group, the TigerCats have won 15 Grey Cup titles and are known for their longstanding tradition of excellence, both on the field and in the community.