Did Michael Cole ever wrestle?

Michael Cole has had a significant impact on the realm of professional wrestling for decades. He is the most popular voice in WWE commentary for a long time. His voice has described endless famous moments in WWE history. Cole is primarily recognized for his work behind the commentator's desk. He is additionally known for his sharp humor and heated exchanges with wrestlers. Cole's role has sometimes expanded beyond commentary which prompted moments where he found himself in surprising in-ring situations.

These moments are connected to storyline improvements which saw Cole change from observer to participant. Michael Cole's introduction to wrestling wasn't typical of most WWE superstars. His rare appearances in the ring were more for entertainment and storyline purposes as opposed to a serious wrestling career. From his heated rivalry with Jerry Lawler to tag team matches Cole's in-ring performances provided fans with unexpected and comedic moments.

Michael Cole’s Wrestling Record

Michael Cole has performed in 12 professional wrestling matches as of September 2024. He has won in 3 matches with a winning percentage of 25% and lost in 9 matches with a losing percentage of 75%.

Against Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase (2008)

Cole first performed as a wrestler in 2008 and as a tag team partner of Jerry Lawler. They faced Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase for the World Tag Team Title in RAW. However, Cole and Lawler faced defeat within four minutes of that match.

Against Jerry Lawler (2011)

Michael Cole faced his former partner Jerry Lawler in 2011 in the second match of his career. Stone Cold Steve Austin was the special guest referee for this bout at the stage of Wrestlemania 27. Cole went on to beat Jerry “The King” Lawler by disqualification after 13:48 minutes.

Against Jim Ross (2011)

In 2011, Cole faced another veteran commentator Jim Ross in an episode of RAW. Ross defeated Cole after 4:45 minutes in the match by disqualification.

Against Jerry Lawler & Jim Ross (2011)

Cole teamed up with Jack Swagger to face Jerry Lawler and Jim Ross in a strap match in 2011. He went on to win the Extreme Rules face-off after 7:04 minutes.

Against Jerry Lawler (2011)

It was one of the most entertaining matches in the Cole vs Lawler rivalry. It took place at the event of Over The Limit in 2011. In a Kiss My Foot match Lawler defeated Cole after 2:58 minutes.

Against Zack Ryder (2011)

Cole faced Zack Ryder in an episode of RAW in 2011. He faced defeat after spending only 26 seconds in that match.

Against Jim Ross and John Cena (2011)

Cole teamed up with Alberto Del Rio to face Jim Ross and John Cena in an episode of RAW in 2011. Ross and Cena defeated Del Rio and Cole after 11:30 minutes in that match.

Against Jerry Lawler (2012)

Michael Cole faced Jerry Lawler in 2012 in an episode of RAW in a Dark Street Fight match. He faced defeat against Lawler in that match.

Royal Rumble (2012)

Michael Cole was a participant in the 30-men Royal Rumble match in 2012. He entered the Rumble match as the 20th entrant. However, Jerry Lawler and Booker T. dragged Cole over the top rope, which eliminated him from the Rumble match.

Against Jerry Lawler (2012)

Cole again faced Jerry Lawler in a Street Fight match in a SmackDown House Show in 2012. He faced defeat against Lawler in that Street Fight match.

Against John Cena (2012)

Michael Cole faced 16-time World Champion John Cena in a no-disqualification match in an episode of RAW in 2012. Cena defeated Cole after 5:35 minutes in that match.

Against Jerry Lawler (2012)

This was the last match of Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler's rivalry. This match took place in an episode of RAW in 2012. Cole was declared a winner by disqualification after one minute in that match.

Michael Cole’s Matches Tally