The world of professional wrestling is built on spectacle, athleticism, and a healthy dose of the unexpected. For Kyle Fletcher, a rising star known as the “Protostar,” one performance delivered a surprise he’ll never forget – and not the kind he trained for.
Before the bright lights of All Elite Wrestling, before the packed arenas and championship titles, Fletcher was honing his craft on the independent circuit. During a match for Beyond Wrestling, a seemingly routine Frog Splash – a high-flying maneuver intended to break up a pin – went horribly wrong.
He’d grabbed an energy drink backstage, a pre-match boost, but hadn’t had a chance to use the restroom. The impact landed squarely on his lower abdomen, triggering an instant, mortifying realization. “I took the entirety of the impact… and I instantly explosively pooped my pants,” he recalled, the memory still vivid.
The immediate concern wasn’t the pain, but the potential for disaster. Wrestling trunks offer minimal coverage, and Fletcher’s mind raced with the fear of a very public, very messy reveal. He desperately hoped his predicament would remain a secret.
Turning to his tag team partner, Mark Davis, Fletcher blurted out his embarrassing confession: “Davis! Davis! I st myself!” Davis’s response was characteristically blunt: “Shut up! Get up and do the next thing.” There was no time for sympathy, only the relentless demands of the match.
Fletcher spent the remainder of the bout in a state of anxious vigilance, praying that his unfortunate accident wouldn’t become visible. Thankfully, he made it through, sprinting to the bathroom immediately afterward to dispose of the evidence. “Straight in the bin!” he declared.
Years later, Fletcher’s career has soared. He’s now a prominent figure in AEW, WWE’s biggest competitor, a former TNT Champion, and a performer who regularly graces stages in front of thousands of fans. His journey began with a bold decision: leaving Australia to pursue his wrestling dreams.
Inspired by the daring moves of Jeff Hardy, Fletcher knew he had to take the leap. “This was where I always wanted to end up,” he said, describing his place in AEW as feeling “like where I was meant to be.” The move wasn’t just about wrestling; it was about transforming his life.
Along the way, he found love with fellow wrestler Skye Blue, a relationship that adds another layer of complexity to their shared profession. “If I had a partner who didn’t at least understand wrestling… it would be pretty hard,” he admitted, acknowledging the all-consuming nature of his passion.
That passion extends to a relentless pursuit of perfection. “Every choice I make is based around becoming the best wrestler possible,” he explained. It’s a demanding ambition, and one that comes with its own set of anxieties, especially when watching Skye compete.
“Blood and Guts just happened recently, obviously Sky [was] covered in blood. That was very hard to watch,” he confessed. He finds himself far more anxious watching her matches than performing in his own, a testament to the intensity of their connection.
Skye, in turn, worries about Fletcher’s high-risk maneuvers. While she trusts his skill, she’s voiced concerns about certain moves, particularly the moonsault. A past incident, where he cracked his head on the guardrail during a moonsault attempt, led to a firm decree: no more moonsaults.
Despite the risks and the occasional mishap, Fletcher remains unwavering in his dedication. He’s constantly pushing his physical limits, driven by a singular, ambitious goal. “My big goal is to be the best professional wrestler ever of all time,” he stated with unwavering sincerity.
“That’s what my calling has always been. And I don’t think I’ll ever stop chasing it.” It’s a dream that may be unattainable, but for Kyle Fletcher, the journey itself is the reward, a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and a willingness to embrace the unpredictable nature of the wrestling world.
