Early Career and Training

Hailing from New South Wales, Madison Eagles has been a major force in Australian wrestling for over two decades. At just 17 years old, she began her training at International Wrestling Australia (IWA) in 2001. She made her first appearance as a bodyguard for A.J. Freely before stepping into the ring for her official debut match later that year against Kathryn Nixxon.

Expanding Horizons:

Training and Wrestling Abroad In 2003, Eagles took her talents overseas, travelling to the United States to further her career. She participated in a tryout at Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW), which was then WWE’s developmental territory. While in the U.S., she trained at prestigious schools such as the Chikara Wrestle Factory and Ring of Honor, sharpening her in-ring skills. She also competed for Heartland Wrestling Association, another former developmental promotion for WWE and WCW.

Championship Success in Australia

Back home, Eagles became a staple of IWA, competing across New South Wales and cementing herself as one of the promotion’s top stars. Her dominance led to her capturing the IWA Women’s Championship four times, with her final reign lasting an impressive 383 days. Her first championship victory came in October 2003, marking the beginning of a decorated career. Building the Future of Australian Wrestling Recognizing the need for a strong wrestling foundation in Australia, Eagles co-founded her own wrestling school alongside Ryan Eagles. The duo also established Pro Wrestling Alliance Elite (PWA)—which has since evolved into the widely recognized PWA—as well as Pro Wrestling Women’s Alliance (PWWA), Australia’s first all-women’s promotion.

Between 2007 and 2013, PWWA provided a vital platform for female wrestlers in Australia, helping them develop their skills in an environment where women’s wrestling was not yet as widely supported. During this time, Eagles became the longest-reigning PWWA Champion, holding the title for an astonishing 1,149 days. Breaking Through Internationally Eagles’ reputation as a world-class wrestler skyrocketed in 2008 when she debuted for SHIMMER Women Athletes, one of the top international promotions for women’s wrestling.

She initially teamed with Jessie McKay (later known as Billie Kay in WWE) as The Pink Ladies before transitioning into singles competition. Her impact on SHIMMER was undeniable, as she went on to become a two-time SHIMMER Champion, holding the title for a combined 799 days—one of the longest reigns in the company’s history. She faced and defeated some of the best wrestlers from around the world, further proving that Australian talent could compete on the global stage.

Continued Success and Influence

Eagles remained a dominant competitor in Australia, wrestling for PWA and Pacific Pro Wrestling, where she became the inaugural Pacific Pro Women’s Champion in 2013 after defeating Toni Storm.

Her influence extended beyond just her own accomplishments, as she played a pivotal role in mentoring the next generation of wrestlers. Many of Australia’s top female wrestlers today credit Eagles as a key influence in their careers, both for her in-ring skills and for the opportunities she created through her training and promotions. She helped lay the foundation for what is now one of the most thriving wrestling scenes in the world.

A Lasting Legacy

Reflecting on the early days of her career, Eagles once said: “Women were not wrestling interstate. I was the only one doing it, so I thought it would be a good thing to have them travel and wrestle in one place. The men were travelling, but not the women.” Her efforts to build a stronger, more inclusive wrestling scene in Australia have had a lasting impact.

Madison Eagles is not just one of the greatest female wrestlers to come from Australia—she is one of the most influential wrestlers in the country’s history, period. Her contributions have shaped Australian wrestling into what it is today, ensuring that future generations have the opportunities she fought so hard to create.

Championship & Accomplishments:

PWI Top 50 Females 2009 (Ranked 31), PWI Woman of the year 2010, PWI Top 50 Females 2010 (Ranked 15), PWI Woman of the year 2011, PWI Top 50 Females 2011 (Ranked 1), PWI Top 50 Females 2013 (Ranked 14), PWI Top 50 Females 2015 (Ranked 35), PWI Top 50 Females 2016 (Ranked 12), PWI Top 50 Females 2017 (Ranked 20), PWI Top 50 Females 2018 (Ranked 40), IndyGurlz Australia Championship (2x), IWA Women’s Championship (4x), PPW Women’s Championship, PWA Tag Team Championship, PWWA Championship, SHIMMER Championship (2x)

We here at Pro Wrestling DownUnder want to thank Madison for her legacy and continued efforts in building the legacy of Australian Women’s Wrestling across the nation and the world. Madison has been an important cog in the machine and her success has helped open doors for many others across the years.

Matty

I’m Matty, a lifelong wrestling fan who first discovered the world of wrestling in 2006. It wasn’t until 2014 that I became immersed in Australian wrestling, which has since become a major passion of mine—a passion that has now evolved into showcasing Australian wrestlers through writing.