Former UK Linebacker Kash Daniel to Headline OVW Wrestling Show

Daniel, a fan favorite during his college football career, will take the main event spotlight at the Bluegrass Brawl event in Lexington.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 4:15am

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Kash Daniel, a former standout linebacker for the University of Kentucky football team, is transitioning to a new career as a professional wrestler. Daniel will headline an OVW (Ohio Valley Wrestling) show called the Bluegrass Brawl taking place on March 6 at The Alumni Center in Lexington, Kentucky. The event will also feature meet-and-greets with other former Kentucky athletes.

Why it matters

Daniel was a beloved player during his time at UK, helping lead the Wildcats to four straight bowl games from 2016-2019. His move to professional wrestling represents a new chapter in his athletic career and will likely draw significant interest from UK fans eager to see a familiar face in the ring.

The details

The Bluegrass Brawl event will run from 7-11 PM on March 6 and will include a variety of ticket options for fans, including general admission ($20), Big Blue reserved seating ($30), Wildcat tables ($40 per seat), and VIP ringside seats ($40). In addition to Daniel's main event match, the show will feature other OVW personalities like Shannon 'The Dude' Grigsby of Kentucky Sports Radio.

  • The Bluegrass Brawl event will take place on March 6, 2026 from 7-11 PM.
  • Kash Daniel was a standout linebacker for the University of Kentucky from 2016-2019.

The players

Kash Daniel

A former linebacker for the University of Kentucky football team, where he was a two-time team captain and helped lead the Wildcats to four straight bowl games from 2016-2019.

Shannon 'The Dude' Grigsby

An OVW personality who will be participating in the Bluegrass Brawl event, also known for his work on Kentucky Sports Radio.

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What they’re saying

“Kash Daniel was a fan favorite when he played football at the University of Kentucky and was part of a senior class that won 32 games, the most wins for UK in a four-year span since 1949-52 under coach Paul 'Bear' Bryant.”

— Larry Vaught, Author

What’s next

Tickets for the Bluegrass Brawl event featuring Kash Daniel are on sale now, with general admission, reserved seating, and VIP options available.

The takeaway

Kash Daniel's transition from college football star to professional wrestler represents an exciting new chapter for the former Kentucky Wildcat. His appearance at the Bluegrass Brawl event is sure to draw a passionate crowd of UK fans eager to see a familiar face take the spotlight in the ring.