Top 10 Active Wrestling Tag Teams in 2023 [WWE & AEW]

Tag team wrestling has grown in popularity recently, with exciting new teams emerging in both WWE and AEW. Tag team matches provide fast-paced action, high-flying moves, and dramatic storylines.

10. Creed Brothers

The Creed Brothers (Brutus Creed and Julius Creed) are one of NXT’s most exciting and dominant tag teams today. They are known for their incredible strength, athleticism, and technical skills. They are two of the most popular Superstars in NXT, with fans chanting their names at every show.

Brutus Creed is a former collegiate wrestler who brings a wealth of technical expertise to the team. He is also a skilled aerialist and can perform some of the most impressive moves in the business. Julius Creed is a powerhouse known for his devastating strikes and suplexes. He is also a gifted athlete who can keep up with Brutus’ breakneck pace.

Together, The Creed Brothers are a force to be reckoned with. They have defeated some of the best tag teams in NXT, including Pretty Deadly, The Grizzled Young Veterans, and Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams. They are also the current NXT Tag Team Champions.

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Brutus Creed and Julius Creed in WWE NXT | Source: WWE

9. Judgement Day

Finn Bálor and Damian Priest are two of WWE’s most talented and charismatic Superstars today. They are also two of the most dangerous. When they teamed up to form The Judgment Day, they created one of the most exciting and dominant tag teams in recent memory.

In April 2022, Bálor and Priest debuted their official tag team at WrestleMania 38. They defeated The Mysterios in a hard-fought match and quickly became one of the most popular tag teams in WWE.

Bálor and Priest are a perfect complement to each other in the ring. Bálor is a skilled technician with a wide array of moves. Priest is a powerful brawler with incredible athleticism. Together, they can perform some of WWE’s most exciting and competitive matches.

On Judgement Day, she succeeded further by defeating the USOs and winning the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship on September 9, 2023.

The Judgment Day is also one of WWE’s most dangerous tag teams. They are not afraid to use their size, strength, and cunning to do the job. They have also used underhanded tactics to win matches, such as interference from Rhea Ripley and Dominik Mysterio.

Who are the top 10 Active Wrestling Tag Teams of 2023?
Finn Bálor, Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley and “Dirty” Dominik Mysterio in WWE | Source: WWE

8. The Outrunners

The Outrunners (Truth Magnum and Turbo Floyd) are among the most exciting and innovative tag teams in professional wrestling today. Known for their high-octane offense, lightning-fast tag combinations, and stylish ring gear, The Outrunners have quickly become fan favorites in AEW and on the independent wrestling circuit.

Truth Magnum is a former collegiate wrestler who brings a wealth of technical expertise to the team.

Together, The Outrunners are a force to be reckoned with. They have defeated some of the best tag teams in the world, including The Acclaimed, FTR, and The Young Bucks. They are also the current ROH World Tag Team Champions.

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Dark Horse vs. The Outrunners in AEW | Source: Wrestling Inc

7. Bullet Club Gold Boy

Bullet Club Gold is a sub-faction of the professional wrestling stable, currently competing in All Elite Wrestling (AEW). The sub-faction was formed in April 2023 by Jay White and Juice Robinson, to bring the Bullet Club back to its roots of being a group of talented outsiders willing to do whatever it takes to win.

Bullet Club Gold has quickly become one of the most popular factions in AEW, largely thanks to its members’ charisma and in-ring skills. White is one of the best talkers in wrestling today, and Robinson is one of the world’s most popular and versatile wrestlers.

In addition to White and Robinson, Bullet Club Gold includes the Gunn brothers, Austin and Colten. The Gunn brothers are young and talented wrestlers who have the potential to be future stars in AEW.

One of the things that makes Bullet Club Gold so popular is that they are not afraid to go against anyone. They have feuded with some of the biggest names in AEW, including the Golden Elite (Kenny Omega, Hangman Adam Page, and Kota Ibushi), the Dark Order, and the Blackpool Combat Club.

Bullet Club Gold is known for its over-the-top personality and signature catchphrase, “Too Sweet.” They are always looking for new and innovative ways to get themselves over with the fans.

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Jay White and Juice Robinson in AEW | Source: Wrestling Inc

6. Catch 2/2

Douki and Kanemaru, the former Public Enemy, are the new faces of Catch 2/2 in AEW. They joined the team in early 2023 and have quickly made an impact.

Douki and Kanemaru are a team of contrasts. Douki is a young and ambitious wrestler who is still trying to make his mark in New Japan Pro-Wrestling and AEW.

He is known for his high-flying offense and his willingness to take risks. Kanemaru, on the other hand, is a veteran of the ring with over 20 years of experience. He is a master of the submission game and is known for his devious tactics.

Despite their differences, Douki and Kanemaru have formed a surprisingly cohesive team. They understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses and can always find a way to work together to win.

Douki and Kanemaru have made a significant impact on Catch 2/2. They have helped the team to become more aggressive and unpredictable. They have also helped the team to expand its reach, as they are both famous wrestlers with a large following.

Who are the top 10 Active Wrestling Tag Teams of 2023?
Jack Perry vs. DOUKI (w/ Yoshinobu Kanemaru) | Source: Wrestling Inc

5. Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens

The team’s origins can be traced back to early 2023 when Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens began appearing together in segments on Raw and SmackDown. They quickly developed a rapport, and the fans clamored for them to team up.

At the beginning of the year, Zayn and Owens won the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships from The Usos. They held the titles for several months before losing them to The Judgment Day at WWE Payback in September.

Despite losing the titles, Zayn and Owens have remained one of the most popular and successful tag teams in WWE. They have feuded with some of the biggest names in the company, including Roman Reigns, The Bloodline, and The Usos.

One of the things that makes Zayn and Owens such a successful tag team is their diversity. Zayn is a gifted technician, while Owens is a powerful brawler. This combination of styles makes them very difficult to beat.

Another factor that contributes to their success is their chemistry. Zayn and Owens are best friends outside of the ring, and their friendship is evident in their matches.

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Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens in WWE | Source: WWE

4. The Lucha Brothers – AEW

The Lucha Brothers are a Mexican professional wrestling tag team consisting of brothers Penta El Zero Miedo and Rey Fénix. They are currently signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW), where they are former AEW World Tag Team Champions and AEW World Trios Champions.

They also appear for AEW’s sister promotion, Ring of Honor (ROH), where they are former ROH World Tag Team Champions.

Penta and Fénix are highly skilled luchadors known for their high-flying acrobatics and innovative movements. They have been praised by critics and fans alike for their exciting and match-stealing performances.

In 2019, the Lucha Brothers signed with AEW. They quickly became one of the most popular tag teams in the company and were involved in several high-profile feuds. In February 2020, they defeated Kenny Omega and Adam Page to win the AEW World Tag Team Championships. They lost the titles to The Young Bucks in June 2020 but regained them in November 2020.

The Lucha Brothers have also been successful in Ring of Honor. They won the ROH World Tag Team Championships in March 2023 and became the first tag team to hold the AEW and ROH World Tag Team Championships simultaneously.

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Penta El Zero Miedo and Rey Fénix in AEW | Source: WWE

3. Better Than You Bay Bay

Better Than You Bay Bay is an AEW tag team made up of Adam Cole and MJF. The two formed the group in July 2023 and quickly became one of the company’s most popular and successful tag teams.

Cole and MJF are very talented and charismatic wrestlers, and their in-ring chemistry is excellent. They are also very good at getting under the fans’ skin, making them even more popular.

Better Than You Bay Bay has already accomplished much in their short time together. They won the AEW World Tag Team Championship at AEW Collision in July 2023 and defended the AEW World Tag Team Championship against FTR at AEW All Out in September 2023.

They have won several tag team matches and are currently the number one contender for the AEW World Tag Team Championship.

The team’s catchphrase is “Better Than You Bay Bay,” which they often chant during matches. This catchphrase has become very popular with the fans, and it is often chanted during AEW events.

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Adam Cole and MJF in AEW | Source: Wrestling Inc

2. The Young Bucks – AEW

The Bucks and Omega formed AEW’s foundational trio group, The Elite. Matt and Nick Jackson remain AEW’s most popular tag team, mixing dizzying high-flying combos with superb storytelling. Their meta-humor and self-deprecation resonate with crowds.

2022 saw them pursue individual aspirations, but the Bucks reunited at the year’s close, poised to reclaim their spot atop AEW’s tag team mountain in 2023.

Who are the top 10 Active Wrestling Tag Teams of 2023?
Matt and Nick Jackson in AEW | Source: AEW

1. FTR – AEW

Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler, formerly known as The Revival in WWE, have revitalized their careers in AEW since 2020.

Their old-school, technical wrestling mastery has meshed perfectly with AEW’s focus on in-ring action. FTR has shined in high-profile matches against the Young Bucks, Santana and Ortiz, and the Briscoes. With Tully Blanchard in their corner, FTR’s cerebral, rugged style promises more legendary matches to come.

FTR is the best tag team in the world right now because they are the most complete package. They have the in-ring skills, the chemistry, the style, the popularity, and the accomplishments.

Regarding in-ring skills, Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler are two of the most technically proficient wrestlers in the world. They are also very good at storytelling in the ring. Their matches are always well-paced and exciting, and they always put on an excellent show for the fans.

FTR also has great chemistry together. They have been wrestling together for many years and know each other well. This allows them to work together seamlessly in the ring. They are also very good at communicating with each other, and they are always on the same page.

Who are the top 10 Active Wrestling Tag Teams of 2023?
Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler in AEW | Source: Wrestling Inc

Honorary Mention: The Usos

The Usos, Jimmy and Jey Uso were among the most dominant tag teams in WWE history. They held the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship for over 550 days, the longest reign in history. 

They also unified the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship and the WWE Raw Tag Team Championship in May 2022, becoming the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions.

The Usos were known for their high-energy matches, innovative move sets, and undeniable chemistry. They were also very popular with fans and were often considered one of the world’s best tag teams.

However, the Usos’ reign of dominance ended at SummerSlam 2023 when Jimmy Uso turned on Jey Uso. This was a shocking betrayal, as the two brothers had been inseparable throughout their careers.

They would have easily secured the top spot as the best tag team if they had been together.

Who are the top 10 Active Wrestling Tag Teams of 2023?
Jimmy and Jey Uso in WWE | Source: WWE

Conclusion

Tag team wrestling thrives with fresh talent and revitalized veterans, bringing energy to WWE and AEW. These ten teams represent the division’s elite, delivering athleticism, charisma, and storytelling that engages today’s audiences.

As these teams battle for supremacy in 2023, the future looks bright for tag team excellence in wrestling.

About WWE

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc., doing business as WWE, is an American professional wrestling promotion. A global integrated media and entertainment company, WWE has also branched out into other fields, including film, American football, and various other business ventures.

WWE shows are sports entertainment, featuring story line-driven, scripted, and partially choreographed matches; though including moves that can put performers at risk of injury, even death, if not performed correctly. It was founded in 1953 as the Capitol Wrestling Corporation and is the largest wrestling promotion in the world. It is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.

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