Homonym: WCW (Women)
WCW, or World Championship Wrestling, was a professional wrestling promotion based in the United States. Founded in 1988, it became one of the largest wrestling organizations, rivaling the WWE during the 1990s. WCW was known for its high-profile events, including Monday Nitro and Starcade, and featured popular wrestlers like Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair.
The promotion gained fame for its innovative storytelling and engaging characters, contributing to the "Monday Night Wars" against WWE. However, due to financial struggles and management issues, WCW was sold to WWE in 2001, marking the end of its operations.