WWE recognizes the reign as starting on April 25, 1963. The title was renamed the WWWF Heavyweight Championship when the WWWF rejoined the NWA in 1971. The WWWF was renamed World Wrestling Federation in March 1979 and the title renamed accordingly.

After Roman Reigns became the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion at WrestleMania 38 in April 2022, both the standard versions of the WWE Championship and Universal Championship belts were used in tandem to represent the undisputed title, although both titles retained their individual lineages.

The Undisputed WWE Championship is widely recognized as the most historic championship in WWE. Dating back to 1963, the WWE Championship was first awarded to Buddy Rogers after he defeated Antonino Rocca in the finals of a tournament in April.

On this page, you find the full Title History for the WWE Championship, with all Championship Info, Statistics, the Belt Design changes through the years, and the full list of Title Reigns, along with dates, events, and reign durations.

Clicking on each championship brings you to its full details, the Belt Design changes through the years, and the full list of Title Reigns, along with reign durations, statistics, and more information.

WWE Championship Active title. Overview; Detailed; Statistics; Title Reigns; Title Matches By Year; Ratings; Comments; Current name: WWE Championship. Status: active. Names: WWE Championship (since 13.12.2016) WWE World Championship (26.07.2016 - 13.12.2016) WWE Championship (27.06.2016 - 26.07.2016) WWE World Heavyweight Championship (15.12. ...

In honor of the redesigned WWE Title, WWE Classics looks back at the championship’s evolution from the earliest versions to the customized championships of “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Edge. See photos of the championship through the years | …

The complete title histories for the championships of WWE Raw, WWE SmackDown LIVE, and WWE NXT, including the WWE Championship, Universal Championship, Intercontinental Championship, United States

Dec 3, 2024 · Discover a world of prestige and championship glory with our stunning collection of WWE belts. From iconic titles to exclusive designs, our WWE belts showcase the pinnacle of sports...

Jan 1, 2024 · Currently active belts with WWE. This behemoth of a belt is the ultimate prize in the WWE, unifying the lineages of both the WWE Championship and the Universal Championship in 2023. Its gleaming gold plates, adorned with intricate detailing and the iconic globe logo, speak of power and prestige.