SneakerMania 2: The Best Sneakers Worn by Today's WWE Superstars

Performance sneakers are taking over the squared circle.

SneakerMania 2: The Best Sneakers Worn by Today's WWE Superstars

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SneakerMania 2: The Best Sneakers Worn by Today's WWE Superstars

Tonight, the WWE will hold Wrestlemania 31 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. In the main event, fresh face Roman Reigns will challenge former UFC star Brock Lesnar for the Undisputed World Heavyweight Championship, which he’s held since last August.

Reigns and Lesnar aren’t likely to show up in a #SoleWatch anytime soon, but quite a few of their co-workers are. Over the years, some of the world’s best grapplers have swapped traditional boots for sneakers — now more than ever. From icons like Hulk Hogan to rookies like Enzo Amore, there’s a sneakerhead uprising taking place in the squared circle.

Many factors have contributed to the change, both style and performance-oriented. In an interview with Under the Mat last year, former WWE star Mason Ryan explained why some wrestlers prefer sneakers to boots.

"Boots tend to be heavier and hard to move in," said Ryan. "So if you add a pair of sneakers or tennis shoes, it's almost better because they're lighter."

15-time world champion John Cena, the current face of the company, even has his own line of 'Never Give Up' kids sneakers that sells at K-Mart.

Four years ago, we published SneakerMania, a gallery highlighting the best sneaker sightings in the history of professional wrestling. Gearing up for tonight's big show, here’s the sequel showcasing the best since.

AJ Lee

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AJ Lee wearing the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star

Batista

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Batista wearing the 'Masterpiece' Nike Kobe 9 Elite

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Batista wearing Air Jordan XX8 28 Blue

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Batista wearing the 'Red Elephant' Air Jordan XX8

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Batista wearing the 'Gym Red' Air Jordan XX8 28

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Batista wearing the 'Bright Crimson' Air Jordan XX8 28

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Batista wearing the 'Knicks' Air Jordan XX8

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Batista wearing the 'Electric Green' Air Jordan XX8 28

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Batista wearing the 'Oak Hill' Air Jordan XX8 28

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Batista wearing Air Jordan XX8 28 Black/Electric Green

Brie Bella

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Brie Bella wearing the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star

Damien Sandow

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Damien Sandow wearing the Jordan True Flight

Enzo Amore

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Enzo Amore wearing the 'Infrared' Air Jordan VI 6

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Enzo Amore wearing the 'Ferrari' Air Jordan XIV 14 Ferrari

 

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Enzo Amore wearing the 'Orange Blaze' Air Jordan VIII 8

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Enzo Amore wearing the 'China Moon' Nike LeBron VII 7

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Enzo Amore wearing the 'Black Toe' Air Jordan XIV 14

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Enzo Amore wearing the 'Laser' Air Jordan I 1

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Enzo Amore wearing the White/Red Air Jordan II 2

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Enzo Amore wearing the 'Longhorn State' Nike KD VII 7 EXT

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Enzo Amore wearing the Nike LeBron XI 11 Lifestyle

Hulk Hogan

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Hulk Hogan wearing the 'Infrared 23' Air Jordan III 3

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Hulk Hogan wearing the 'He Got Game' Air Jordan XIII 13

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Hulk Hogan wearing Air Jordan 3Lab5

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Hulk Hogan wearing the 'Fire Red' Air Jordan V 5

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Hulk Hogan wearing the 'Playoff' Air Jordan VIII 8

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Hulk Hogan wearing Air Jordan IV 4 Green Glow & Air Jordan XI 11 Low Black/White

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Hulk Hogan wearing the 'Gamma Blue' Air Jordan XI 11

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Hulk Hogan wearing the 'Infrared 23' Air Jordan II 2

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Hulk Hogan wearing the 'Crimson' Air Jordan III 3

Kofi Kingston

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Kofi Kingston wearing the 'Chicago Fire' adidas D Rose 3

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Kofi Kingston wearing the 'Tiger' Nike Zoom Hyperflight

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Kofi Kingston wearing the 'Puerto Rico' Nike Hyperdunk 2013

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Kofi Kingston wearing the 'Miami Hurricanes' Nike LeBron IX 9

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Kofi Kingston wearing the 'Taxi' Nike LeBron IX 9 PS Elite

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Kofi wearing an Air Jordan 2012 iD

Naomi

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Naomi wearing the 'Pink' Nike Air Diamond Turf 2

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Naomi wearing the 'Blackout' Air Jordan I 1

Shoe: Air Jordan 1 Retro 'Blackout'


Nikki Bella

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Nikki Bella wearing Air Jordan I 1 Girl's

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Nikki Bella wearing the Nike Dunk High

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Nikki Bella wearing the 'Heart of a Lion' Nike LeBron XII 12