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Jonathan Whitcombe[3] (born 19 April 1977)[2] is an English professional wrestler, better known by his ring name Jonny Storm. He has worked for many independent promotions across the United Kingdom, including the Frontier Wrestling Alliance, Real Quality Wrestling and One Pro Wrestling. He has also worked in the United States, for promotions such as Ring of Honor, Pro Wrestling Guerrilla, Combat Zone Wrestling, and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, as well as working in Japan.[1][2]

Key Information

Professional wrestling career

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British and other European promotions

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At the start of his career, Storm became a mainstay in the Frontier Wrestling Alliance (FWA). He also competed for All-Star Wrestling.[2] Storm began wrestling for Irish Whip Wrestling in March 2005, where he had a series of matches against M-Dogg 20.[2][4] Storm was one of the trainers for ITV's Celebrity Wrestling in 2005.[1] Although the show was considered a failure, Storm enjoyed it and said it was "a really good experience".[1] Storm has wrestled for numerous other European promotions, including German Stampede Wrestling, Real Quality Wrestling, Rings of Europe and Dutch Championship Wrestling.[2] Also in 2005, he won the Féderation Francophone de Catch promotion's top championship, which he has held since.[5]

One of Storm's most enduring feuds has been with his real-life best friend Jody Fleisch, with whom he has wrestled against in American and British promotions.[1][6] He has also wrestled regularly for One Pro Wrestling, where, with Fleisch, he was the one half of the first 1PW Tag Team Champions, after they defeated A.J. Styles and Christopher Daniels in a tournament final on 27 May 2006.[2][3] On 1 January 2007, he won the Athletik Club Wrestling Wrestling Challenge Championship from Toby Nathland, but Nathland defeated him to win it back on 15 December 2007.[7] On 23 March 2007, Storm defeated Maddog Maxx to win the Celtic Wrestling Heavyweight Championship, but he lost it to Maxx in July of that year.[8]

In 2015, Storm began appearing for Insane Championship Wrestling. In 2019, he lost to Kieran Kelly at ICW I Ain't Yer Pal, Dickface! and challenged for the ICW Tag Team Championships.[9] Storm runs his own wrestling holiday camp events between 6 and 12 times a week during summer, Easter and Christmas Holidays. Meanwhile, in the FWA he is currently part of the Flyweight Title Round Robin Tournament, having gained entry into the tournament thanks to another wrestler suffering an injury. He was involved in a bitter feud with Rockstar Spud, an obnoxious flyweight who believed he is the new "Wonderkid" of British wrestling.

American promotions

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Storm making his ring entrance

Storm competed in Xtreme Pro Wrestling (XPW), and was in the tournament to decide the first XPW European Champion, which was created in 2003 through a working relationship between XPW and the FWA. He won the tournament and the championship by defeating Jerry Lynn in the finals at a FWA show in England.[2][10] Storm made his first appearance for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) on 12 March 2003, by competing in a triple threat match for TNA X Division Championship match, against the champion Kid Kash and Amazing Red, in which Kash retained.[11] In May 2003, Storm competed in a cross-promotional show between Ring of Honor and FWA, entitled ROH/FWA Frontiers of Honor, where he lost to A.J. Styles.[12] In September 2003, Storm competed as a member of Team UK during the TNA 2003 Super X Cup Tournament, losing to Teddy Hart in the first round.[1][13] At the Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW) show, Respect, on 23 August 2003, Storm challenged Sonjay Dutt for the IWA Mid-South Light Heavyweight Championship, but was unsuccessful.[14] He made further appearance for CZW in January 2004.[15][16] He returned to the States in 2005, wrestling against Petey Williams and Kevin Steen for Pro Wrestling Guerrilla, and against Trik Davis for Independent Wrestling Association Mid-South.[1][2] He was supposed to be a member of Team UK in the TNA 2006 World X Cup Tournament, however, two of the other members of the team, Nigel McGuinness and Doug Williams were already booked in Japan, and so they were replaced by Team Canada.[3]

Overall Storm worked for more than 80 promotions across the world, working in 16 different countries.[17]

Trainer

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Storm has also trained other wrestlers, most notably Erin Marshall.[18]

Championships and accomplishments

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  • All Star Wrestling
    • ASW People's Championship (1 time)[19]
  • Alternative Wrestling World
    • AWW British Heavyweight Championship (2 times)[20]
  • ABC Pro Wrestling : Thailand
    • ABC Tag Team Championship (2 time, current, inaugural) - with Ronin Rider (1), Matthew Ford (1, current)
  • Athletik Club Wrestling
    • ACW Cruiserweight Championship (5 times)
    • ACW German Championship (1 time)
    • ACW Wrestling Challenge Championship (1 time)[7]
    • ACW Tag Team Championship (4 time, current) - with Jody Fleisch (2) and Jonas Weber (2, current)
  • Kreative Alternative Professional Organised Wrestling
    • KAPOW All Nations Championship (1 time, current)
  • Best of British Wrestling
    • BOBW Heavyweight Championship (1 time)
  • House of Pain Wrestling
    • HOP Heavyweight Championship (1 time, inaugural)
    • HOP Heavyweight Title Tournament (2009)
  • Celtic Wrestling
    • CW Heavyweight Championship (1 time)[8]
  • Championship Xtreme Wrestling
    • CXW World Championship (1 time)
  • Combat Zone Wrestling
    • CZW Match of the Year (2002) - vs. Jody Fleisch
  • Falling Starr Wrestling
    • FSW Limitless Championship (1 time)
  • Féderation Francophone de Catch
    • 2FC Championship (1 time, inaugural, final)[5]
    • 2FC Title Tournament (2008)
  • Frontier Wrestling Alliance / XWA
  • Future Championship Wrestling
    • FCW Heavyweight Championship (1 time)
  • Global Wrestling Force
    • GWF Heavyweight Championship (1 time, inaugural)[23]
    • GWF Heavyweight Title Tournament (2002)
  • International Catch Wrestling Alliance
    • ICWA Cruiserweight Championship (1 time)[24]
    • ICWA World Junior Heavyweight Championship (1 time)
  • International Pro Wrestling: United Kingdom
  • International Wrestling Association: Switzerland
    • IWA Switzerland Light Heavyweight Championship (1 time)[26]
    • IWA Switzerland Cruiserweight Championship (1 time, inaugural, final)
    • IWA Switzerland Cruiserweight Championship Tournament (2005)
  • Ligaunabhängig
    • Dragonhearts Championship (1 time)
  • Nitro Pro Wrestling Alliance
    • NPWA Tag Team Championship (1 time) - with Gary Wild
  • One Pro Wrestling
  • Playhouse Wrestlefest
    • Wrestlefest Tag Team Championship (1 time) - with Jody Fleisch
  • Plex Wrestling
    • Plex-ceed Championship (1 time)
    • Plex Wrestling British Championship (1 time)
  • Premier Promotions
    • PWF Lightweight Championship (3 times)
    • One Night Tournament (2009)
    • Rumblemania Trophy (2008)
  • Rings of Europe
    • RoE King of Europe Championship (1 time)
  • Scottish School Of Wrestling
    • SSW Hardcore Championship (1 time)
  • SLAM Wrestling
    • SLAM Championship (1 time, inaugural)
    • SLAM Title Tournament (2008)
  • Sliced Bread Wrestling
    • SBW The Golden Toaster (2011)
  • The Wrestling Alliance
  • United Kingdom Pro Wrestling
    • UKPW Inter-Regional Championship (1 time)
  • Vertigo Pro Wrestling
    • VPW Heavyweight Championship (1 time)[28]
  • Westside Xtreme Wrestling
    • wXw World Lightweight Championship (1 time)
  • World Association of Wrestling
    • WAW British Lightweight Championship (2 times)
    • WAW Open Light Heavyweight Championship (2 time)
  • World Stars of Wrestling
  • Xtreme Pro Wrestling
  • Real Deal Wrestling
    • RDW Tag Team Championship (1 time)– with Reese Ryan
  • British Titles
    • British Middleweight Championship (1 time)

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from Grokipedia
Jonny Storm (born Jonathan Whitcombe; 19 April 1977) is an English , best known by his Jonny Storm and "Wonderkid". He debuted in in 1995 and has primarily competed on the British independent circuit for over three decades, establishing himself as a versatile performer with a technical and high-flying style. Born in Harlow, Essex, Storm stands at 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) and weighs approximately 172 lb (78 kg), attributes that complement his agile in-ring approach. Trained by Andre Baker and Dino Scarlo, he began his career wrestling in small UK promotions before gaining prominence in the early 2000s with organizations like Frontier Wrestling Alliance (FWA) and X Wrestling Federation (XWF). His signature moves, including the "Wonderwhirl" (a corkscrew moonsault) and "The Rewind" (a springboard hurricanrana), highlight his emphasis on aerial maneuvers and quick transitions. Throughout his career, Storm has captured numerous championships, underscoring his success in the cruiserweight and divisions. Notable accomplishments include winning the FWA All-England Championship on two occasions, the TWA British Welterweight Championship twice, the XPW/FWA European Championship, and the People's Championship by defeating Doug Williams in 2003. He also secured the 1-Pro Wrestling Championship with frequent partner Jody Fleisch in 2006 and the QPW Championship with the same teammate in 2020. Storm has competed internationally, including appearances in the United States for XPW and (TNA), where he featured on in 2003. As of 2025, as a , he continues to perform in promotions like and Quality Promotions, maintaining a reputation for delivering high-energy matches against top talents such as and .

Early life and training

Background and entry into wrestling

Jonathan Whitcombe, professionally known as Jonny Storm, was born on April 19, 1977, in , , . Growing up in during the and early , Storm gained early exposure to by watching British promotions such as Joint Promotions and imported American programming on television, which ignited his passion for the industry. Public information regarding his family background remains limited, with few details available about his parents or any siblings. Prior to dedicating himself to wrestling, Storm supported himself through ordinary employment, including factory work. Storm's motivation to enter stemmed from admiration for high-flying icons like as well as British wrestlers from the era, prompting him to pursue the sport in the mid-1990s amid the burgeoning revival of the United Kingdom's independent wrestling scene.

Initial training and debut

Jonny Storm began his formal wrestling training in 1996 under trainers Dino Scarlo and Andre Baker in . The program emphasized a rigorous schedule, where he learned essential techniques including taking bumps, applying holds, chain wrestling, and aerial maneuvers suited to his agile build. Storm made his professional debut in 1995, wrestling in small independent promotions. His early bouts took place in small community halls across the , often as part of independent promotions like Hammerlock Wrestling. Upon entering the ring, Storm adopted his "Jonny Storm," drawing inspiration from his fast-paced, high-flying approach to the sport, and established an initial babyface persona as an energetic aerial specialist nicknamed the "Wonderkid." From 1995 to 1999, Storm gained valuable experience through untelevised independent shows, regularly facing journeyman wrestlers in multi-man matches and encounters to hone his skills.

Professional wrestling career

British and European promotions

Jonny Storm debuted in the Frontier Wrestling Alliance (FWA) in 1999, establishing himself as a core talent in the promotion through the mid-2000s. He captured the FWA All England Championship on two occasions, reigning from 29 July to 25 August 2001 and briefly from 26 April to 27 April 2003. His tenure featured intense rivalries, including a prominent feud with Jody Fleisch that produced acclaimed high-flying bouts, such as their ladder match for the XPW European Championship at FWA Welcome to the Valley on 6 April 2002. Storm also clashed with emerging technical wrestler Zack Sabre Jr. in IPW:UK events, highlighted by Sabre's victory over him in a 2006 tournament quarterfinal. Beyond FWA, Storm competed extensively in other UK promotions, emphasizing his cruiserweight agility and aerial offense. In One Pro Wrestling (1PW), he teamed with longtime rival Jody Fleisch to win the 1PW Tag Team Championship on 27 May 2006, holding the titles for 140 days until 14 October 2006. He made frequent appearances in IPW:UK from 2003 onward, securing the IPW All England Championship three times, including a 217-day reign from 20 October 2013 to 25 May 2014. In Revolution Pro Wrestling (RevPro), Storm debuted in 2014 and remained active into 2025, contributing to cruiserweight showcases that blended his high-flying roots with growing technical proficiency. Storm's European excursions began in the early , expanding his reputation across the continent. In , he claimed the ICWA World Junior Heavyweight Championship on 30 April 2005, defending it for 875 days until 22 September 2007. He toured regularly, winning the ACW German Championship from 30 January to 27 March 2010 and capturing the wXw Lightweight Championship for six days in 2005. By the mid-2010s, Storm integrated more submission-based wrestling into his repertoire, evident in matches like his 2007 FWA encounter with Pac, which showcased a evolution from pure high-flying to hybrid cruiserweight bouts. In 2024, he returned to for Wrestling (PTW), participating in the Rumble at PTW #5 on 3 February, where international stars vied for the inaugural PTW Championship.

American promotions

Storm's introduction to the North American landscape occurred in 2003 through a collaborative tour with (ROH), highlighted by the cross-promotional event Frontiers of Honor alongside the UK's (FWA). On May 17, 2003, at in , , Storm faced ROH standout in a singles match that showcased his high-flying prowess, with reviewers noting his cocky persona and innovative aerial sequences as key elements that elevated the bout beyond standard athletic displays. This appearance marked Storm's early adaptation to the faster-paced, inter-promotional style prevalent in ROH, where he competed against established American talents despite the event's international co-production. Expanding his U.S. presence, Storm signed short-term engagements with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) from late 2003 into 2004, immersing himself in the high-risk X-Division format. On November 5, 2003, during TNA's Weekly PPV #69, he participated in an eight-man X-Division showcase that included Christopher Daniels, Chris Sabin, and Low Ki, emphasizing rapid-paced exchanges and innovative spots typical of the division. Further TNA outings, such as a 2004 four-way tag team match pairing Storm with Sabin against Daniels and Elix Skipper alongside other teams like Amazing Red and Jerry Lynn, underscored his role in multi-man spectacles that blended international flair with TNA's emphasis on athleticism over size. These appearances provided a brief push within the X-Division, though Storm was released by mid-2005 amid TNA's evolving roster dynamics. Storm's independent circuit runs in the U.S. were extensive, particularly with (CZW) across multiple tours from to 2008, where he navigated the promotion's reputation for intense, boundary-pushing contests. Notable bouts included a January 17, , three-way loss to B-Boy and Grim Reefer at a CZW event, and a 2007 tag team match alongside against and , demonstrating his versatility in both singles and cooperative formats. These tours exposed Storm to CZW's hardcore elements, requiring adjustments from his high-flying roots to incorporate elements of resilience in grittier environments. Similarly, in (PWG) from to 2007, Storm engaged in acclaimed matches, such as teaming with in the 2004 Tango & Cash Invitational tournament opener—a loss to Super Dragon and American Dragon that highlighted collaborative aerial offense—and a December 18, , PWG World Championship challenge against at Uncanny X-Mas, lasting 28 minutes in a hard-fought defeat. His PWG tenure, including a 2005 victory over at All Star Weekend 1, reflected tag and singles work that bridged European technicality with West Coast indie innovation. A significant achievement during this period was Storm's capture of the XPW in a 2003 tournament, which he defended stateside into 2004, including a successful retention against X-Dream in March at an FWA event with XPW crossover implications. Holding the title for over 630 days until its inactivation in December 2004, Storm carried the briefcase-symbolized belt across promotions, symbolizing his transatlantic credibility. These U.S. excursions collectively challenged Storm to balance his aerial expertise with the physical and stylistic demands of American indies, fostering growth amid jet lag from transatlantic travel and shifts in booking that favored versatile performers over pure high-flyers.

International appearances and recent activities

Storm is scheduled to make his debut in on November 22, 2025, at Romanian Pro Wrestling's WrestleFest 5: Desiring Progress event in , marking his first appearance in the country as part of the promotion's international talent lineup. In recent activity, Storm participated in the Frontier Wrestling Alliance's (FWA) Flyweight Title in 2023, leveraging his long-standing association with the promotion to compete against emerging talents. On September 14, 2025, he defeated Austin Archies in a singles at Genesis Professional Wrestling's family show in , , showcasing his continued aerial prowess at age 48. Later that month, Storm appeared at W3L's Great Winters Bash event on November 14, 2025, in , , facing Chris Renfrew in a high-profile singles bout as part of the promotion's stacked card. 2025 marks Storm's 30th anniversary in , a milestone celebrated through his autobiography The Unofficial Legend?: An Unexpected Professional Wrestling Journey, which reflects on his sustained career across independent circuits. Despite the physical demands of his high-flying style, Storm has avoided major injuries, allowing him to maintain a rigorous schedule. As of November 2025, Storm remains an active competitor on the independent scene, primarily based in the UK while undertaking select international tours, embodying the veteran high-flyer role that has defined his three-decade career.

Other pursuits

Training and coaching

Jonny Storm has taken on a mentoring role within the British wrestling community, serving as a trainer for ITV's Celebrity Wrestling series in 2005, where he helped guide celebrity participants through basic techniques and match preparation. Storm has since become a sought-after guest instructor at various UK wrestling academies, conducting seminars focused on aerial maneuvers, storytelling in matches, and performer safety. For instance, he led a hands-on session at Kingdom Wrestling in Shipley on October 25, 2025, emphasizing practical ring work for aspiring wrestlers. These workshops highlight his expertise in high-flying styles while prioritizing foundational skills to build sustainable careers. His coaching philosophy underscores the importance of match psychology and risk management over spectacle, drawing from his own experiences to elevate the standards of independent training programs across the UK. Through these efforts, Storm has influenced a new generation of wrestlers, contributing to the revival of technical proficiency in the British indie scene.

Media and publications

Jonny Storm released his autobiography, The Unofficial Legend: An Unexpected Professional Wrestling Journey, on December 20, 2024. Self-published through his official online store, the over 300-page book chronicles his 30-year career starting in 1995, including insider stories from famous matches, global tours in Europe, Japan, and the United States (such as with ROH, CZW, PWG, XPW, and TNA), road experiences, backstage anecdotes, and insights into the evolution of British independent wrestling from the mid-1990s to the early 2000s. It provides personal reflections on industry challenges and triumphs, aimed at both fans and those curious about professional wrestling's inner workings. Storm maintains an active presence on , where he shares updates on his career milestones, upcoming events, and promotional content for his book. On under the handle @wonderkidjonnystorm, he has posted regularly in 2025 about matches, such as his bout against Chris Renfrew at W3L's Great Winter Bash and appearances at Certified Pro Wrestling events, alongside 30th anniversary celebrations of his wrestling debut. Similarly, on X (formerly ) as @wonderkidjonny, he has highlighted his book's release, announced seminars like one on , 2025, in Gainsborough, and reflected on his three-decade journey, including a November 2025 post noting his completed 30th year in the business. Storm has appeared in several wrestling podcasts for interviews promoting his autobiography and discussing his career. Notable examples include a July 9, 2025, episode of Wrestling Wednesdays, where he covered his book's content and collaborations with figures like , and a May 4, 2025, installment of the Lad and Dad recorded backstage at a Gainsborough event. Additional appearances, such as on Wrestle Magic in August 2025, explored his 30-plus years in the industry without venturing into major television or film roles.

Championships and accomplishments

All Star Wrestling

  • ASW People's (1 time) – defeated Doug Williams, 2003

Athletik Club Wrestling (ACW)

  • ACW Cruiserweight (5 times)
    • 1st : 2009
    • 2nd : December 1, 2012 – February 16, 2013
    • 3rd : May 9, 2015 – May 7, 2016
    • 4th : May 6, 2017 – October 6, 2018
    • 5th : October 7, 2023 – January 23, 2024
  • ACW German (1 time) – January 30, 2010 – March 27, 2010
  • ACW (4 times)
    • 1st : February 22, 2014 – April 12, 2014 (with Nok Su Kau)
    • 2nd : September 16, 2017 – October 7, 2017 (with Jody Fleisch)
    • 3rd : October 5, 2024 (with Jonas Weber)
    • 4th : April 5, 2025 – present (with Jonas Weber, as of November 19, 2025)
  • ACW Wrestling Challenge (2 times)
    • 1st : January 20, 2007 – December 15, 2007
    • 2nd : December 5, 2009 – January 30, 2010

Alternative Wrestling World (AWW)

  • AWW British Championship (1 time) – May 26, 2013 – June 25, 2016

ABC Pro Wrestling

  • ABC Tag Team Championship (2 times)
    • 1st reign: July 9, 2011 – (with Ronin Rider)
    • 2nd reign: July 12, 2024 – present (with Matthew Ford, as of November 19, 2025)

Championship Xtreme Wrestling (CXW)

  • CXW Heavyweight Championship (1 time) – June 1, 2024 – December 21, 2024

Dragonhearts Wrestling

  • Dragonhearts Championship (1 time) – October 13, 2012 – May 3, 2014

Frontier Wrestling Alliance (FWA)

  • FWA All-England Championship (2 times)
    • 1st reign: July 29, 2001 – August 25, 2001
    • 2nd reign: April 26, 2003 – April 27, 2003

Future Championship Wrestling (FCW)

  • FCW Championship (1 time) – July 27, 2008 – July 26, 2009

House of Pain Wrestling (HOP)

  • HOP Heavyweight Championship (1 time) – October 29, 2009 – January 24, 2010

Independent Professional Wrestling (IPW:UK)

  • IPW:UK All-England Championship (3 times)
    • Latest reign: October 20, 2013 – May 25, 2014
  • IPW:UK Tag Team Championship (1 time) – February 6, 2019 – March 13, 2019 (with Andreas Corr)
  • IPW:UK World Heavyweight Championship (1 time) – September 17, 2017 – October 11, 2017

International Catch Wrestling Alliance (ICWA)

  • ICWA World Junior Heavyweight Championship (1 time) – April 30, 2005 – September 22, 2007

International Wrestling Association (Switzerland)

  • IWA Switzerland Cruiserweight Championship (1 time) – August 27, 2005

Kreative Alternative Professional Organised Wrestling (KAPOW)

  • KAPOW All Nations Championship (1 time) – May 11, 2025 – present (as of November 19, 2025)

One Pro Wrestling (1PW)

Premier Wrestling Federation (PWF)

Real Deal Wrestling (RDW)

Rings of Europe (RoE)

Scottish School of Wrestling (SSW)

  • SSW Hardcore (1 time) – November 18, 2017

TWA / British Welterweight

  • British Welterweight (2 times)
    • 1st reign: January 17, 2002 – October 3, 2002
    • 2nd reign: November 27, 2002

Vertigo Pro Wrestling (VPW)

  • VPW Heavyweight Championship (1 time) – May 28, 2016 – December 11, 2016

(wXw)

  • wXw Lightweight Championship (1 time) – July 17, 2005 – July 23, 2005

(WAW)

  • WAW Open Light Heavyweight Championship (2 times)
    • 1st reign: October 19, 2002
    • 2nd reign: December 9, 2017 – April 13, 2018

Wrestlefest

  • Wrestlefest Tag Team Championship (1 time) – February 16, 2008 (with Jody Fleisch)

Xtreme Pro Wrestling (XPW)

  • XPW European Championship (1 time) – March 16, 2003 – December 5, 2004

XWA

  • XWA British Heavyweight Championship (1 time) – April 7, 2007 – July 5, 2008

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