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This Video Of An Indy Wrestler Attempting A Backflip And Landing On His Head Is Terrifying

by Dan Fogarty | 2:30 pm, November 1st, 2012

The the worst-case scenario any time a pro wrestler ventures to the top rope for a double-rotation moonsault: he mistimes or miscalculates his jump, with disastrous results. During a recent independent show, that worst-case scenario befell an Atlanta-based wrestler named Charade.

The video comes via Bob’s Blitz, and it’s not for the faint of heart. You know, because a guy lands on his head and momentarily convulses. Miraculously (and stupidly) the match kept going, and Charade was able to kick out of a pin attempt (what?!). Even more miraculously, he didn’t break his neck: he’d later be diagnosed with a fractured skull, and will be sidelined for the next 2-4 months.

He looks to be in high spirits. On the left is a photo he took after being released from the hospital, because he’s a young and crazy kid.

Because Charade is an indy wrestler and doesn’t have insurance, his hospital bills are ridiculously high. But fear not! Beyond Wrestling, the promotion Charade works for, is holding a charity chowdown to help cover his bills. Tickets are $30, so if you’re a fan of wrestling, live in Massachusetts, and would like some homemade grub, you should attend.

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Anonymous

OK, riddle me this Batman: do the wrestlers who work for the McMahons’ WWE have insurance provided by WWE, or do they have to purchase it out-of-pocket like many people who are NOT employees of corporations (FedEX drivers for example) that profit as a result of the services they provide. Where do you think that Linda McMahon gets all that moolah to run unsuccessfully for office in CT?