Introduction
David John Markland (born March 1, 1978) is an American professional wrestler and promoter, better known as DJ Hyde.
Professional wrestling
DJ Hyde is the owner of Combat Zone Wrestling (CZW).Hyde purchased the promotion from its original owner, Zandig, in 2009.As a CZW competitor, he is a three-time CZW Iron Man Champion.In December 2012, DJ Hyde faced "The Bulldozer" Matt Tremont in the main event of Cage of Death.Since 2013, he is also part owner of the all-woman Women Superstars Uncensored wrestling promotion. In addition, DJ Hyde also travels the world to compete for several independent promotions, including Big Japan Pro Wrestling and the East Coast Wrestling Association (ECWA), where he serves as the Commissioner of ECWA. Hyde has also appeared in such companies such as, Chikara, Westside Xtreme Wrestling, Jersey All Pro Wrestling, Fight Club Pro, Heartland Wrestling Association, IWA Mid South, Maryland Championship Wrestling, Championship Wrestling from Hollywood, and Dragon Gate USA , Pro Wrestling Empire and Legacy Pro Wrestling
Personal life
Hyde was an All-American football player at Middletown High School in Middletown, Delaware. His football skills awarded him a scholarship at Penn State University, but he later tore several ligaments in his right knee, ending up in a wheelchair for 19 months.
Championships and accomplishments
- Combat Zone Wrestling
- CZW Iron Man Championship (3 times)
- Tournament of Death (8)
- East Coast Wrestling Association
- Hall of Fame (2011)
- Maryland Championship Wrestling
- MCW Tag Team Championship (1 time) with Dino Divine
- Maven Bentley Association
- MBA Heavyweight Championship (1 time)
- Pro Wrestling Illustrated
- PWI ranked him #268 of the top 500 singles wrestlers in the PWI 500 in 2013
- Rockstar Pro
- Rockstar Pro Championship (1 time)