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PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Eric Corbridge to review WWE Smackdown including reaction to the storyline with Charlotte and Rhea Ripley and the overproduced conversation segment, Drew McIntyre attacking Cody Rhodes in his bus, the latest U.S. Title Open Challenge for Ilja Dragunov, the full brackets for the John Cena tournament, a late spoiler (with warning) for the replacement for Sheamus in the tournament and whether he might win, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (11-19-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP podcast “The Fix.” They discussed a wide range of topics beginning with a review of last night's NXT on USA program including Io Shirai beating Rhea Ripley and how WWE handled the Johnny Gargano rematch with Leon Ruff. Then they discuss Zelina Vega's WWE departure and the subsequent wrestling union talk. Then a full review of Smackdown and Raw and a preview of the Survivor Series PPV. Then a review of AEW Dynamite including the Inner Circle in Las Vegas skits, the Will Hobbs heel turn, and the Kenny Omega contract signing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Since WWE Smackdown kicked off the show with Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky, Chris & Kevin started there. Because the WWE has to have dissension for War Games, Charlotte Flair walked out hers even though Alexa Bliss joined. Though they did not tease dissension on the men’s teams, your hosts can see it coming. With […] The post Stunt Granny Audio 1111 – War Games, Dissension and Dolph Ziggler appeared first on Stunt Granny.
This week we're joined by pro wrestler Zeke Mercer, and things get intense quickly. We break down AEW Blood & Guts, praise Marina Shafir's violent performance, discuss AEW's long-term storytelling, and look at WWE's Survivor Series build—including the powerhouse women taking over. We also dive into Hangman Page vs. Swerve Strickland storytelling, AEW Full Gear, the Rey Mysterio animated series, the RWA and Neo Pro weekend shows, and more. Zeke gives a full behind-the-scenes look at the fall of the Matriarchy at 880 Wrestling, why he turned on Paris Sahara, why kids cry when they see him, and why “Fuck you, Zeke” might be the most honest chant in wrestling. Plus: What We Learned This Week, including Ray Mysterio's emotional Eddie Guerrero article, “blobby,” and Zeke admitting the world may not survive an 880 title run.
This week we're joined by pro wrestler Zeke Mercer, and things get intense quickly. We break down AEW Blood & Guts, praise Marina Shafir's violent performance, discuss AEW's long-term storytelling, and look at WWE's Survivor Series build—including the powerhouse women taking over. We also dive into Hangman Page vs. Swerve Strickland storytelling, AEW Full Gear, the Rey Mysterio animated series, the RWA and Neo Pro weekend shows, and more. Zeke gives a full behind-the-scenes look at the fall of the Matriarchy at 880 Wrestling, why he turned on Paris Sahara, why kids cry when they see him, and why “Fuck you, Zeke” might be the most honest chant in wrestling. Plus: What We Learned This Week, including Ray Mysterio's emotional Eddie Guerrero article, “blobby,” and Zeke admitting the world may not survive an 880 title run.
This week we're joined by pro wrestler Zeke Mercer, and things get intense quickly. We break down AEW Blood & Guts, praise Marina Shafir's violent performance, discuss AEW's long-term storytelling, and look at WWE's Survivor Series build—including the powerhouse women taking over. We also dive into Hangman Page vs. Swerve Strickland storytelling, AEW Full Gear, the Rey Mysterio animated series, the RWA and Neo Pro weekend shows, and more. Zeke gives a full behind-the-scenes look at the fall of the Matriarchy at 880 Wrestling, why he turned on Paris Sahara, why kids cry when they see him, and why “Fuck you, Zeke” might be the most honest chant in wrestling. Plus: What We Learned This Week, including Ray Mysterio's emotional Eddie Guerrero article, “blobby,” and Zeke admitting the world may not survive an 880 title run.
John Cena made his final WWE TV appearance on Monday Night Raw in Madison Square Garden as WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2025 heated up -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini analyze the latest from WWE as The Main Event [9:10] first covers Cena remaining tied to Dominik Mysterio with Dolph Ziggler and Zack Ryder surprising in The Last Time is Now Tournament. WarGames teams continued to build [52:50] with Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar and AJ Lee all returning as Drew McIntyre and Charlotte Flair got featured. The Good The Bad and The Ugly [1:22:30] tackles Maxxine Dupri beating Becky Lynch, Nikki Bella attacking Stephanie Vaquer, Carmelo Hayes' booking trends and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!
BT & Sal sit down with wrestling royalty Natalya Neidhart to discuss her powerful new book, The Last Heart Beating. Nattie drops truth bombs on her complicated life, revealing the volatility of growing up with her father, Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart, who suffered from an undiagnosed traumatic brain injury (CTE), and the experience of her family being homeless despite his stardom. Nattie explains the "scratch and claw" fight to enter the WWE without family help, including the demand to lose 30 pounds just to get hired, and how she used her rough upbringing to fuel her drive. The conversation covers her journey to unconditional forgiveness for her father, the therapeutic experience of writing the book, and the incredible support she's received from legends like John Cena (who "bawled his eyes out" reading it) and Bret Hart. Finally, she hints at a fiery new character she's developing and throws down a challenge to current champion Rhea Ripley!
It's time to talk this week in WWE, and go over some of the biggest moments that took place. Starting with Dom losing his IC title, Charlotte Flair's mistrust of Rhea Ripley, Jey Uso vs The Miz, Cody Rhodes vs Bronson Reed and my in-person thoughts on attending SmackDown on Friday night.Support the Show by going to https://surfshark.com/wwepod or use code WWEPOD at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.
In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (11-18-2020), we flash back to the "PWT Talks NXT" episode featuring PWTorch's Kelly Wells and Tom Stoup discussing the hype for WarGames on Dec. 6, a standout main event between Io Shirai and Rhea Ripley, Leon Ruff still figured in, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Jey Uso picked up a big win over The Miz, which sparked discussion about why Miz—Cena's most frequent opponent—wasn't included in the legend's retirement tour. Meanwhile, Rusev stunned Damien Priest, and Matt Cardona (formerly Zack Ryder) made his surprise return as a mystery challenger before falling to LA Knight, just as #FBCBeKnowin predicted. Is Cardona officially on his way back to WWE? Sheamus toppled Nakamura, while upcoming matches include GUNTHER vs. Je'Von Evans and Solo Sikoa vs. a mystery opponent on Raw, plus Carmelo Hayes vs. Bronson Reed and Penta vs. Finn Balor on SmackDown. The crew debates who got “snubbed” from the tournament after Cena captured the Intercontinental Championship to become a certified Grand Slam Champion. Attention then turns to Survivor Series War Games, with predictions nearly finalized. Team Punk—CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, The Usos, and a mystery partner—are slated to face The Vision's crew of Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, Logan Paul, Drew McIntyre, and another TBA. Bang's bold call: Damien Priest joins Team Punk while Aleister Black aligns with The Vision. Could Lesnar and Reigns return to shake up the card? And more importantly… do we care? Women's War Games is heating up as Nikki Bella's shocking heel turn against Stephanie Vaquer sets the stage: Rhea Ripley, Iyo Sky, Alexa Bliss, and two TBD teammates take on Nia Jax, Lash Legend, and The Kabuki Warriors. Meanwhile, SmackDown may stage a classic 5-on-5 Survivor Series Elimination match featuring MFT versus Sami Zayn, Rey Fenix, Nakamura, and The Motor City Machine Guns.
Our WWE SmackDown review as Simon Miller recaps:0:00 Charlotte, Alexa Bliss, Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky promo2:53 The Miz vs Jey Uso4:20 Backstage Promos5:56 Ilya Dragunov vs Axiom7:12 R-Truths Balls7:58 Sami Zayn, Solo Sikoa promo9:56 Backstage Promos10:43 Zack Ryder vs LA Knight12:30 backstage promos12:49 Jade Cargill vs B-Fab13:33 Aliester Black promo14:32 Cody Rhodes vs Bronson Reed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Christopher Maitland to review WWE Smackdown including reaction to Zack Ryder as L.A. Knight's mystery opponent and whether he should have been Matt Cardona, plus War Games developments, Charlotte's attitude toward Rhea Ripley, Ilja Dragunov, Sami Zayn, and more with live callers and chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
In this episode, we predict WWE WrestleMania 42 once again in Las Vegas on 18-19 April 2026! Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton's story comes to life, plus CM Punk and Drew McIntyre have unfinished business. Meanwhile new women's champion Jade Cargill is set for a collision course with Bianca Belair and Rhea Ripley turning heel to face Stephanie Vaquer? Yes please! We also explore the fates of Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, Brock Lesnar and MORE!#WWE #wrestlemania #wrestlemania42 #wwepredictions Our full podcast can be found anywhere you get your podcasts and we are hosted on:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/a2thekCHECK OUT OUR MERCH ON PROWRESTLINGTEES!Pro Wrestling Tees: https://prowrestlingtees.com/a2thekwrestlingTeespring: https://teespring.com/stores/a2thekwrestlingCOME SAY HI!Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/a2thekwrestling/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@a2thekwrestling Twitter:https://twitter.com/A2theKWrestlingFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/a2thekwrestling/And make sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel!YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/a2thekwrestling
Andy Murray reacts to the official PWI Women's 250, featuring Toni Storm, Mercedes Mone, Rhea Ripley, Saya Kamitani, and more!ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@AndyHMurray@WhatCultureWWE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Let's talk Monday Night Raw that aired November 10th, 2025. One that saw John Cena's homecoming to Boston, where he ends up winning the IC title, Rhea Ripley Returns, the Men's & Women's War Games matches begin to take shape and much more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.
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WELCOME BACK TO REBOOKED! This week we're talking about all the multi-ring caged carnage of WWE War Games and AEW's Blood and Guts! Who wins the war for William Regal's love? (we think we know the answer) and who shines when Iyo Sky, Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Rhea Ripley, Nia Jax and more unleash chaos! Also, we have the FIRST EVER Women's Blood and Guts match which'll see the likes of TBS Champion Mercedes Mone, Willow Nightingale, AEW Women's World Champion Kris Statlander and more create MAXIMUM CARNAGE! We also talk about John Cena winning the Intercontinental Championship on Monday Night Raw and what this means for the John Cena Memorial Last Chance Is Now Battle Royale Tournament of the stars and who is the surprise entrant?!All this and more on REBOOKED!0:00 - Intro & Your Comments!07:14 - CENA Tournament & Grand Slam Champ!22:07 - Quick notes, a rather stacked RAW24:18 - So...AEW has ANOTHER belt...27:47 - BLOOD AND GUTS49:42 - Which is better? Blood & Guts or WARGAMES?55:50 - WRASSER OF THE WEEK01:01:33 - 24/7 CHAMP OF THE WEEK⏰ Subscribe to the channel to be alerted! https://www.youtube.com/@REBOOKEDWrestling?sub_confirmation=1
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MOC. Loose. Collectors. Forever.The boys are back on a Tuesday night! Mike and Tom return with a packed episode covering one of the wildest weeks in wrestling and figure news — including John Cena's emotional Boston send-off, the rise of Dominik Mysterio, and a full unboxing of the brand-new WWE Ultimate Edition Randy Orton!
John Cena made history in his last WWE show in Boston as WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2025 heated up with Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY returning -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini analyze the latest from WWE as The Main Event [5:00] covers Cena completing the Grand Slam by winning the Intercontinental Championship and elevating Dominik Mysterio, The Last Time is Now Tournament progressing and Drew McIntyre getting suspended. The Good The Bad and The Ugly [1:18:55] tackles Cody Rhodes linking with CM Punk, Asuka & Kairi Sane beating Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair, Chelsea Green upsetting Giulia and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!
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Pro Wrestling Sauce LIVE | 10/29/25LIVE! EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 10:15 EST on SlipperHouseExtraExtra.comLISTEN TO FULL EPISODES ON APPLE | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE | ecthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pro-wrestling-sauce/id1551880252https://open.spotify.com/show/1lUL6Vk2TYSWTSj0iyv7Tl?si=jFQPsfJsT3W0_oB0gO5Q7w©️SlipperHouseExtraExtra2025
CM PUNK Wins Title, Logan Paul Turns Heel! Jade Cargill Dominance, AEW Full Gear Final HypeThis episode of Wrestling Uncensored features Dave Simon and Ben Simon (filling in for the wrestling-in-Sudbury Pro Wrestler Genesis Johnny North) delivering the definitive, two-hour breakdown of the week's biggest stories in combat sports.
0:00 – 1:00Uce Uce Uce Uce, 4 letters, one-word.1:00 – 5:00Initial reactions to Monday Night Raw. Anthony finds it “so bad it's good,” while Joe is more forgiving. They riff on WWE's quirks, including character nicknames and the ongoing “Kyrie sucks” storyline.5:00 – 10:00Discussion of Jey Uso's prominence on Raw, the overuse of certain wrestlers, and WWE's tendency to ignore negative fan feedback (e.g., YouTube dislikes). The hosts debate the logic behind booking decisions and the company's response to criticism.10:00 – 20:00Analysis of the Jey/Jimmy Uso storyline, speculation about heel turns, and the “couples” trend in WWE. Joe and Anthony critique the lack of realism and emotional whiplash in the storytelling.20:00 – 30:00Match quality talk: praise for in-ring performances, even in less compelling storylines. Nikki Bella's ongoing run is dissected, with jokes about her career trajectory and WWE's habit of giving veterans “one last run.”30:00 – 40:00Regional and character humor: New York accents, Discord nicknames, and Bubba Ray Dudley's creative advice for LA Knight. The hosts lampoon the idea of taking away LA Knight's voice and WWE's experimentation with AI.40:00 – 55:00LA Knight's booking woes, the challenge of building new stars, and the disconnect between online wrestling discourse and reality. The conversation shifts to Rhea Ripley vs. Brock Lesnar comparisons and the pitfalls of trusting “fan” opinions.SmackDown as the “secondary brand,” the futility of brand splits, and nostalgia for the days when champions floated between shows. The hosts brainstorm fantasy Survivor Series matches (Irish vs. Samoans, “race war” jokes, etc.).Women's division talk: Alexa Bliss, Charlotte, Bayley, and the awkwardness of current storylines. The hosts praise Bayley's authenticity and critique the prevalence of cosmetic surgery among other wrestlers.Main event and title scene: Tiffany Stratton, Jade Cargill, and the booking of women's championship matches. Predictions for upcoming events and speculation about Naomi's return.Saturday Night's Main Event preview: IC title match (Dominik Mysterio vs. Penta vs. Rusev), WWE and World Heavyweight title matches (Cody vs. Drew, CM Punk vs. Jey Uso). The hosts discuss possible outcomes, interference, and the future of various stars.1:31:00 – EndClosing thoughts: generational change in wrestling, the challenge of building new main eventers, and the emotional focus of current storylines (especially Jey Uso's “feelings”). The show wraps with plugs for Patreon and a tease for the next episode.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
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Pro Wrestling Sauce LIVE | 10/08/25LIVE! EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 10:15 EST on SlipperHouseExtraExtra.comLISTEN TO FULL EPISODES ON APPLE | SPOTIFY | GOOGLE | ecthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pro-wrestling-sauce/id1551880252https://open.spotify.com/show/1lUL6Vk2TYSWTSj0iyv7Tl?si=jFQPsfJsT3W0_oB0gO5Q7w©️SlipperHouseExtraExtra2025
Build to the fourth WWE Saturday Night's Main Event special of 2025 has left plenty to be desired, even if the match card is strong. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature 2025 WWE Saturday Night's Main Event ultimate preview [1:29:45] breaking down the card with predictions and analysis. Will CM Punk or Jey Uso win the vacant title? Is Drew McIntyre primed to beat Cody Rhodes? Does Jade Cargill have new life following her heel turn on Tiffany Stratton? Is John Cena waiting for Dominik Mysterio? The guys cover the latest WWE news [8:07] before focusing The Main Event [21:45] on Judgment Day's inevitable split and Stephanie Vaquer aligning with Nikki Bella. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [41:50], including another LA Knight opportunity missed, Bron Breakker's future and a women's tag team revolution led by Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
WWE made significant creative pivots to its main event scenes across Monday Night Raw and SmackDown with the latest Saturday Night's Main Event upcoming. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with a brief look at WWE news [7:20] before diving into The Main Event [16:45] where they tackle Cody Rhodes looking foolish against Drew McIntyre, Jacob Fatu being written off TV, The Vision getting excluded from a battle royal and Jey Uso being chosen to face CM Punk instead of LA Knight. "The Silver King" and Vintage" then break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:10:30], including Ilja Dragunov returning and beating Sami Zayn to win the United States title, AJ Styles & Dragon Lee upending Judgment Day for the world tag team titles, Dominik Mysterio remaining massively over, Becky Lynch being stuck in a Maxxine Dupri vortex, Nikki Bella returning to back Stephanie Vaquer and much more. Plus: What's next for John Cena? Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
In this episode of PWTorch Dailycast series "Acknowledging WWE," Javier Machado acknowledges:Crown Jewel Perth resultsBronson Reed surprises, and is Reigns actually waiting for Jey to take over?Vaquer is the Real Champion; what's next for Other Champion?Nostalgia rules in Cena vs. Styles, just two guys having funIyo Sky and Rhea Ripley win, but is Sky's revenge sated?Seth wins (and loses) big on Crown JewelSeth's Vision is murky, and the Oracle can see the futureJavier thoroughly answers a question Wade asked on the Oct. 10 Smackdown Post-Show on how WWE finally conquered the mediaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In a wild week in WWE, we saw the first POTENTIAL signs of a Cody Rhodes heel turn, news about a Rhea Ripley injury, a new United States Champion, Edge asked about John Cena's final opponent and much more!Support the Show by going to https://surfshark.com/wwepod or use code WWEPOD at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.
[00:00] Saturday Morning Wrestling & Childhood ThrowbacksJoe and Anthony kick things off talking about the weirdness (and secret perks) of watching wrestling at 8am. It's like being a kid again, but with more coffee and less cereal.[04:00] Perth Crowd, Ticket Prices, and “Is Perth Even a Real Place?”The guys riff on WWE's big show in Perth, the wild ticket prices, and whether anyone actually talks about Perth outside of wrestling. Spoiler: not really.[10:00] RAW vs. Crown Jewel & Seth's “Is He Hurt or Not?” SagaThey get into the never-ending Seth Rollins injury drama, why nobody believes anything anymore, and how WWE storylines sometimes make less sense than a fever dream.[18:00] LA Knight: The Best-Looking Guy Who Can't Catch a BreakLA Knight's booking gets roasted. Is he an underdog? Is he a cocky heel? Why does he keep tripping over his own feet? The guys have thoughts (and jokes).[25:00] Becky Lynch, Factions, and “What Even Is This Storyline?”Becky's name comes up, but so does the fact that half the storylines just got nuked. Expect some classic “what are they even doing?” rants.[32:00] Bailey, Lyra, and the Women's Division: Chaos & ChemistryBailey's new vibe, Lyra's straight-man energy, and why the women's division is a wild ride right now. Also, a surprising amount of talk about wrestling gear.[40:00] Referees, Announcers, and “Back in My Day…”A trip down memory lane: when refs and announcers had actual personalities, and why today's shows could use a little more flavor (and a little less sameness).[48:00] Dominic Mysterio vs. Penta: Cheating Done RightDominic's heel antics get a breakdown, plus a debate on whether being “too smart” is a good thing for a bad guy. Also, some love for old-school Eddie Guerrero tricks.[56:00] Rhea Ripley, Asuka, and “Why Is This So Complicated?”Rhea, Asuka, Kairi Sane, and a whole lot of chaos in the women's title scene. The guys try to make sense of it all (and mostly just laugh about it).[1:03:00] Bronson Reed, Jimmy & Jay Uso, and Tag Team TangentsBronson Reed's gear, Jimmy vs. Jay, and why some tag teams just feel like reheated pizza. Expect some sidebars and a few “what are they wearing?” moments.[1:10:00] Main Event: Jay Uso, LA Knight, and CM PunkThe crowd sings for Punk, LA Knight almost wins, and the guys wonder if we really need another Seth vs. Punk feud. Also: more jokes about fruit punch boxes.[1:18:00] Wrap-Up & RandomnessFinal thoughts, a few more rants, and a reminder to check out the Patreon. If you made it this far, you're a real one.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
Support our sponsors this week by using the links below for the exclusive Solomonster offers!BETTERHELP ▶ Get 10 PERCENT OFF your first month and give online therapy a try at http://www.betterhelp.com/solomonster to start being your best self. Thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this week's episode!FACTOR MEALS ▶ Use code "solomonster50off" at http://www.factormeals.com/solomonster50off to get 50 PERCENT OFF your first box plus FREE BREAKFAST for one year!Solomonster reviews WWE Raw from Perth, Australia coming out of Crown Jewel with a SHOCKING angle as Seth Rollins is kicked out of The Vision. He's got thoughts on the angle, why it happened and where things could be headed as a result. Plus, CM Punk becomes #1 contender, Dominik Mysterio defends the Intercontinental title against Penta and the drama with Rhea Ripley, IYO SKY, Asuka and Kairi Sane continues.***Follow Solomonster on X (formerly Twitter) for news and opinion:http://x.com/solomonsterSubscribe to the Solomonster Sounds Off on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSolomonster?sub_confirmation=1Become a Solomonster Sounds Off Channel Member:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jcg7mk93fGNqWPMfl_Aig/join
The Dadley Boyz chat about what happened on this week's episode of Monday Night RAW, including...SHOCKING betrayal by The Vision!Crown Jewel FALLOUT!CM Punk is the #1 contender!Rhea Ripley vs. Kairi Sane!Hammer Time with Dirty Dom?!ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@AdamWilbourn@MichaelHamflett@MSidgwick@WhatCultureWWEFor more awesome content, check out: whatculture.com/wwe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A shocking end to Monday Night Raw turned the fallout from WWE Crown Jewel 2025 on its head with major questions now raised about booking through the end of the year into WWE WrestleMania 42. Host Adam Silverstein opens the show with a brief second look at WWE Crown Jewel [7:10] digging deeper into John Cena vs. AJ Styles and WWE's week in Australia [26:20] before kicking off The Main Event [31:30]. What led to WWE pulling the trigger with Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed turning on Seth Rollins, effectively ending The Vision after it had just been established? Is Rollins injured, and if so, what does that mean for WWE creative moving forward? "The Silver King" then tackles The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [57:35] from the week, including Jacob Fatu leveling up against Drew McIntyre, Asuka and Kairi Sane starring against IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley, Shinsuke Nakamura and Tama Tonga returning, Zelina Vega siding with Aleister Black over Damian Priest and plans for WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2025 now being up in the air. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
This weekend captured the full scope of what wrestling looks like in 2025. WWE delivered layered storytelling and big moments in Perth, TNA tapped into its history and emotion in Lowell, and AEW kept its focus sharp heading into WrestleDream. Each promotion showed what makes it stand out in today's landscape. At Crown Jewel, Seth Rollins outlasted Cody Rhodes in a physical, methodical main event to win the Men's Crown Jewel Championship. The finish saw Rollins use the wristwatch Cody once gave him as a weapon before landing two Curb Stomps to close the show. Just 48 hours later on Raw, everything unraveled. The Vision turned on its leader — Bron Breakker dropped Rollins with a spear, Bronson Reed followed with a Tsunami, and Paul Heyman silently joined their side as Breakker raised the World Heavyweight Title. Rollins' declaration that he didn't need anyone came full circle in a single segment. Bronson Reed's weekend was career-defining. He pinned Roman Reigns in an Australian Street Fight after Jey Uso accidentally speared his cousin through a table. Afterward, Reigns told The Usos he loved them but didn't want to see them until Christmas — a rare glimpse of distance inside The Bloodline. Stephanie Vaquer's victory over Tiffany Stratton gave credibility to WWE's new women's title, Rhea Ripley's homecoming drew an emotional response, and John Cena's match with AJ Styles served as a fitting farewell to his international career. In Lowell, TNA's Bound for Glory focused on closure and renewal. Mike Santana defeated Trick Williams to capture the TNA World Championship in an emotional moment that felt earned. The Hardys and Team 3D shared the ring for what appeared to be their final meeting, giving the crowd one last look at a legendary rivalry. Leon Slater and Je'Von Evans delivered a standout X-Division match that showcased the next generation, even with interference affecting the outcome. AEW stayed consistent in its build to WrestleDream. The St. Louis card is locked in: Hangman Page vs. Samoa Joe for the world title, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin in an I Quit Match, Toni Storm vs. Kris Statlander for the women's championship, and Okada teaming with Konosuke Takeshita for tag gold. During an interview with Ariel Helwani, Allin said the locker room feels “as strong as it's ever been,” crediting a more focused and cooperative atmosphere behind the scenes. Meanwhile in Japan, Konosuke Takeshita defeated Zack Sabre Jr. to win the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship at King of Pro-Wrestling. The 31-minute match saw Sabre attack Takeshita's neck before the new champion rallied with back-to-back Powerdrive Knees to close out Sabre's 106-day reign. Takeshita becomes the first AEW-contracted wrestler to hold New Japan's top title and will bring the championship into WrestleDream alongside Okada. The weekend showed just how global and interconnected wrestling has become. WWE continues refining its presentation, TNA is rebuilding through passion and legacy, AEW is focused on consistency and collaboration, and NJPW's partnership moments keep expanding what's possible in the modern era.
Jonathan Hood and Justin LaBar discuss the aftermath of John Cena vs AJ Styles at WWE Crown Jewel and how the two paid tribute to one another in their match. Plus! They break down the Women's Matches at Crown Jewel from Stephanie Vaquer winning the Women's Crown Jewel title to Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY's showdown with the Kabuki Warriors. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
John Pollock & Wai Ting review WWE Crown Jewel: Perth featuring Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins, Tiffany Stratton vs. Stephanie Vaquer, and John Cena vs. AJ Styles.Plus: Wes Lee among several WWE releases, Kota Ibushi injury on Collision, Jose Aldo retires, TNA Bound For Glory lineup, and feedback on Crown Jewel.
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WWE Crown Jewel 2025 delivered as arguably the premium live event of the year with John Cena and AJ Styles putting on a match of the year contender. Host Adam Silverstein grabbed his mic after the show for a breakdown of WWE Crown Jewel results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis review. "The Silver King" tackles the booking of Cena-Styles, including an emotional homage to Bray Wyatt, Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins and Tiffany Stratton vs. Stephanie Vaquer for the Crown Jewel championships both being booked properly, Bronson Reed getting the best of Roman Reigns as The Bloodline story continued developing, and Rhea Ripley taking a bit of a backseat to IYO SKY in against Asuka and Kairi Sane. Nearly every match on the WWE Crown Jewel card delivered beyond expectation, setting the stage for a hot close to 2025 at WWE Survivor Series: WarGames and beyond. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
0:25 — Official show intro: "Wrestling Soup" with Anthony Thomas and Joey Numbers.0:50 — Banter about the "Crown Jewel Post Show" and some lighthearted police siren jokes.Roman Reigns & Bronson Reed Match1:30 — Discussion about the opening match: Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed.3:20 — Anthony and Joe debate the match's pacing, outcome, and the ongoing Bloodline storyline.7:00 — Reflections on the "Australian Street Fight" and how it compares to other street fights.10:00 — Commentary on the house show feel of the event and the crowd's reaction.Women's Crown Jewel Championship14:50 — Transition to the women's match: Tiffany Stratton vs. Stephanie.15:50 — Analysis of the match, both hosts noting Tiffany's regression and Stephanie's role as the aggressor.18:00 — Discussion about Triple H's involvement and the awkwardness of the post-match celebration.Audience & WWE Creative20:00 — Commentary on WWE's creative direction, Triple H's TED talk, and the challenges of keeping the product fresh.22:00 — Banter about Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, and the need for stronger storylines and character development.John Cena vs. AJ Styles27:00 — Recap of the John Cena vs. AJ Styles match, comparing it to a "greatest hits" performance.30:00 — Reflections on the significance of AJ Styles' and John Cena's careers, especially for Australian fans.33:00 — Discussion of the match's many finishers and the crowd's reaction.Women's Tag Team Match38:00 — Analysis of the women's tag match: EO Sky & Rhea Ripley vs. Asuka & Kairi Sane.41:00 — Thoughts on the end of the Kabuki Warriors feud and the future direction for the women's division.Main Event: Seth Rollins vs. Cody Rhodes44:50 — Main event discussion: Seth Rollins vs. Cody Rhodes.47:00 — Critique of the match's length, pacing, and outcome, with both hosts feeling the wrong person won.50:00 — Reflections on the lack of crowd energy and the need for Becky Lynch at ringside.Closing Thoughts55:00 — Final thoughts on the event, best and worst matches, and the overall direction of WWE.58:20 — Outro: Thanks to listeners, Patreon plug, and sign-off.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
In our post-PPV “Wrestling Night in America” format, PWTorch's Brandon LeClair was joined by Chris Lansdell to discuss in-depth the WWE Crown Jewel event including Seth Rollins vs. Cody Rhodes, Tiffany Stratton vs. Stephanie Vaquer, John Cena vs. AJ Styles, Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed, Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky vs. Asuka & Kairi Sane, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
Andy is here to preview WWE Crown Jewel 2025, including Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins, John Cena vs. AJ Styles, Bronson Reed vs. Roman Reigns, Stephanie Vaquer vs. Tiffany Stratton, and the Kabuki Warriors vs. IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley.ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@AndyHMurray@WhatCultureWWE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
00:00 – AEW Attendance Controversy & Ticket NumbersAnthony and Joe open with a deep dive into AEW's reported attendance numbers, NDAs, and the ongoing debate about truth in wrestling promotion.07:30 – The Ratings Game: NXT vs. DynamiteDiscussion shifts to TV ratings, fan excuses, and the real audience size for wrestling shows.13:00 – AEW's Place in the IndustryA critical look at AEW's current status, company culture, and how it compares to WWE and TNA.16:30 – Crown Jewel Preview & Early Morning WrestlingThe hosts preview WWE's Crown Jewel event, discuss the challenges of international shows, and share thoughts on watching wrestling at odd hours.21:00 – Match-by-Match Crown Jewel PredictionsDetailed breakdowns and predictions for Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed, Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY vs. Asuka & Kairi Sane, and more.32:00 – Women's Division: Growth, Stagnation, and StorylinesA candid discussion about the women's division, character development, and the challenges facing stars like Tiffany Stratton and Charlotte Flair.45:00 – WWE Ticket Prices & The “Family Company” DebateAnthony and Joe debate WWE's claim of being family-friendly in light of rising ticket and merchandise prices.54:00 – Mental Health in Wrestling: Big E's StoryA heartfelt segment on Big E's mental health journey, therapy, and the importance of openness in the wrestling community.1:05:00 – Contract News & Industry MovesUpdates on recent contract renewals, departures, and the realities of career moves in wrestling.1:15:00 – Final Thoughts & What's NextThe hosts wrap up with shoutouts, upcoming show plugs, and a reminder to join them for more wrestling talk.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.
The Dadley Boyz preview Crown Jewel and discuss...Who leaves as Crown Jewel CHAMPION?John Cena vs. AJ Styles!Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY team up!Will Randy Orton get involved?Could Bronson Reed BEAT Roman Reigns?!ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@AdamWilbourn@MichaelHamflett@MSidgwick@WhatCultureWWEFor more awesome content, check out: whatculture.com/wwe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bully Ray is joined by "The Glamour" of NXT Blake Monroe talking about her journey in NXT since joining the brand. Plus! Bully gives his instant reactions to what went down at NXT-TNA Showdown! To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
WWE Crown Jewel 2025 stands as the penultimate premium live event of the year with a build that has far exceeded expectations. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Crown Jewel ultimate preview [1:27:00] breaking down the match card with predictions and analysis. Will Seth Rollins get his much-needed win over Cody Rhodes? Are John Cena and AJ Styles set to go all out? Might Bronson Reed upset Roman Reigns? Is Rhea Ripley with IYO SKY an obvious winner over Asuka and Kairi Sane? Will Stephanie Vaquer continue her momentum against Tiffany Stratton? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open by tackling The Main Event [14:00] as Reigns brainwashes Jey Uso and CM Punk goes face-to-face with LA Knight. The guys then dive into The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [45:30] covering Cody's relationship with Randy Orton, Becky Lynch getting Maxxine Dupri over, Bayley influencing Lyra Valkyria, Sami Zayn being revitalized and more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast), Bluesky (@GettingOver) & YouTube (@GettingOverCast).
Dave LaGreca & Nattie Neidhart discuss what happened in the SmackDown main event between Tiffany Stratton, Nia Jax & Jade Cargill, plus, they get into Ash by Elegance vacating her title. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Tommy Dreamer reacts to Seth Rollins night throughout Monday Night RAW and reacts to the return of Roman Reigns to close the show. Plus! He breaks down the next chapter between Rhea RIpley and IYO SKY vs Asuka and Kairi Sane. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.