THIS summer saw the rebirth of a British TV institution when World of Sport Wrestling returned to ITV after a 33 year hiatus.

And now a stage version of the show is set to go on tour, kicking off in Southampton in the new year.

WOS Wrestling made its triumphant return to ITV for a 10-part series with the opening programme bringing in 1.2 million viewers making it the highest-rated British wrestling TV show in over 30 years.

Now following its huge success you can now see your favourite wrestlers live in the ring for the first time in decades as WOS Wrestling today announces a nine-date UK tour for January/February 2019.

Bringing Saturday evening entertainment to the live stage the tour pays homage to the original WOS Wrestling – British wrestling at its best. Expect family friendly entertainment with highly anticipated battles and maximum action from some of the UK’s top wrestling talent who will compete in a fun-filled, exciting show for all the family to enjoy.

The tour will visit intimate venues across the UK that are steeped in wrestling history.

It all starts at Southampton at O2 Guildhall on Friday January 18 and includes a date in Bournemouth at the BIC on Sunday January 20. The full line up will be announced in the coming weeks but organisers say it promises to be "a stacked roster of some of the biggest names in the sport".

Tickets go on sale 10am Friday September 7 and will be available from www.gigsandtours.com / www.ticketmaster.co.uk