Podcast appearances and mentions of Sami Zayn

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Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer react to the news of the weekend; Sami Zayn's Undisputed WWE Championship win at Night of Champions... is Sami best for business heading into SummerSlam? Plus, Dave sits down with NEW NXT Women's Champion Kendal Grey fresh off her victory at Great American Bash! 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.

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Was Sami Zayn's title win bigger than a potential Will Ospreay title win at All In? David and Kaz kick off today's show by discussing Sami Zayn winning the Undisputed WWE Championship (06:23), and if he is going to lose the title on 'Raw' tonight (19:36). Next, the guys give their thoughts on Oba Femi being crowned King of the Ring (21:23), as well as Iyo Sky being crowned Queen of the Ring (27:11). After that, David and Kaz move on to Forbidden Door, where they discuss Will Ospreay defeating Swerve Strickland to win the men's Owen Hart Cup tournament (30:48). Following that, the guys move onto Seth Rollins's win over Bron Breakker at Night of Champions (40:47), before giving some brief thoughts on NXT's Great American Bash (47:29). David and Kaz bring the conversation back to Forbidden Door by discussing the Young Bucks's win over El Skyteam and Unbound Company (52:04), Team Briscoe beating Team MJF (54:58), and Switchblade Jay White's return (57:25). David and Kaz finish up their thoughts on WWE's Night of Champions by asking who will end Sami Zayn's title reign (1:06:30), before giving their thoughts on Mercedes Moné's Owen Hart Cup tournament win over Maya World (1:15:28). The show rounds out with the guys giving their thoughts on the rest of Forbidden Door (147), followed by David giving a Masked Man Show version of the Notebook Dump (1:29:34). Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producers: Bruce Baldwin and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's wrestling news, including...Sami Zayn Is Already DOOMED!Big AEW Return!AEW Star Turns At Forbidden Door 2026!Darby Allin's Insane Wedding?!ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@MichaelHamflett@AndyHMurray@WhatCultureWWE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Hamflett and Michael Sidgwick review WWE Night of Champions 2026 and discuss...Sami Zayn Wins The Big One!Oba Femi Is King!Iyo Sky Is Queen!Trick Williams & Tiffany Stratton Retain!Seth Rollins Defeats Bron Breakker! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Hood and Justin LaBar recap everything that happened on WWE Night of Champions and preview the card for AEW Forbidden Door! 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.

It's a BUSY WRESTLING DAY today with TNA, NXT and AEW all hosting major shows, but the news never stops!  Peter Rosenberg said something stupid, but it was good for a laugh at least... plus, TNA pushes back on Tommy Dreamer creative claims... a preview for NXT Great American Bash and a possible debut... Tony Khan asked about possibly buying TNA... final Forbidden Door PREDICTIONS... Zilla Fatu reportedly coming to WWE... Night of Champions fallout with Sami Zayn as the NEW WWE CHAMPION, Oba Femi crowned king and what it all means now for Summerslam, Piper Niven puts Jade Cargill on blast and Gunther fights with Nick Aldis... and why did Vince McMahon grow to hate Raven during his first run in WWE?Support my sponsors this week by using the links below!EXPRESSVPN ▶ Get an extra FOUR MONTHS FREE of the #1 trusted VPN at http://www.expressvpn.com/solomonsterWIX HARMONY ▶ The NEW WAY to create websites!  Try it FREE at http://www.wix.com/harmony***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

Solomonster reviews WWE Night of Champions 2026 with Sami Zayn winning the WWE championship, Oba Femi and IYO SKY crowned King and Queen of the Ring and what it all means for Summerslam.Support my sponsors this week by using the links below!EXPRESSVPN ▶ Get an extra FOUR MONTHS FREE of the #1 trusted VPN at http://www.expressvpn.com/solomonsterWIX HARMONY ▶ The NEW WAY to create websites!  Try it FREE at http://www.wix.com/harmony***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

John Pollock & Wai Ting review WWE Night of Champions 2026 featuring Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther vs. Sami Zayn for the Undisputed Championship. Plus, King & Queen of the Ring winners are crowned.John & Wai discuss their current thoughts on the WWE-Saudi Arabia relationship, as well as the possible creative directions for SummerSlam coming out of this PLE.Ad-free & timestamped version available for patrons at POSTwrestlingCafe.comWWE Night of ChampionsJune 27, 2026Kingdom ArenaRiyadh, Saudi ArabiaUndisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes © vs. Gunther vs. Sami ZaynQueen of the Ring Tournament Final: IYO SKY vs. Liv MorganKing of the Ring Tournament Final: Jey Uso vs. Oba FemiSteel Cage Match: Seth Rollins vs. Bron BreakkerWomen's United States Championship: Tiffany Stratton © vs. Jade CargillMen's United States Championship: Trick Williams © vs. Ricky SaintsAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's wrestling news, including...Sami Zayn FINALLY Wins The Big One!Nick Aldis To Wrestle Gunther?Latest On CM Punk's WWE Return!AJ Styles' Son Makes In-Ring Debut?!ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@CulturedLeftPeg@WhatCultureWWE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robin Lundberg and Tommy Dreamer react to the dynamic between Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and Sami Zayn on Smackdown last night heading into Night of Champions. Plus, Robin and Tommy break down the Night of Champions card. 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.

Mark Henry dives into the latest developments on WWE SmackDown. And with Night of Champions tomorrow, Mark breaks down the biggest storylines! 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.

Solomonster opens with a eulogy for the final three-hour WWE Smackdown of 2026 and then dissects the go-home show to Night of Champions, which included the end of the MFTs and the London debut of Blake Monroe.Support my sponsors this week by using the links below!WIX HARMONY ▶ The NEW WAY to create websites!  Try it FREE at http://www.wix.com/harmony***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

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Which pay-per-view this weekend has the coolest name? David and Kaz kick off the show discussing WWE's need to bring back fan vote focused pay-per-views (10:15), and the unfortunate passing of Joe Doering (15:43). David continues by asking Kaz a question: If all the wrestling shows this weekend were in Las Vegas, would this weekend be better than the 2026 WrestleMania weekend (18:11)? They then pivot to what the best match of the weekend will be (19:53). Next, the guys give their Night of Champions predictions (27:11), starting with Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther vs. Sami Zayn (28:13). David and Kaz later dive into their predictions for Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker (36:31), the King and Queen of the Ring finals (44:09), Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill (55:17), and Trick Williams vs. Ricky Saints (57:14). Following that, they move on to AEW's Forbidden Door (1:00:23), giving their predictions on Kenny Omega vs. Zack Sabre Jr., Jon Moxley vs. Bandido (1:02:11), Team Briscoe vs. Team MJF (1:03:15), the Owen Hart Cup tournament finals (1:05:57), Thekla vs. Starlight Kid (1:10:36), The Dogs vs. Copeland and Christian (1:11:40), and El Skyteam vs. The Young Bucks vs. Unbound Co. (1:13:13). After that, the guys quickly run through NXT's Great American Bash (1:15:23) and TNA's Slammiversary (1:21:51). Finally, the show wraps up with a brief SmackDown preview (1:28:32) and a quick conversation about the Fanatics steel chair incident (1:31:08). Don't forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel! Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producers: Bruce Baldwin and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our WWE SmackDown review as Simon Miller recaps:0:00 Ricky Saints attacks Trick Williams2:53 B-Fab & Michin vs. Tiffany Stratton & Alexa Bliss4:30 Backstage promos5:16 Rey Fenix vs. Nathan Frazier7:27 LA Knight & Solo Sikoa promo10:17 Paige vs. Jacy Jayne12:01 Danhausen & Matt Cardona vs. Los Garza13:45 Jade Cargill vs. Chelsea Green15:24 Giulia vs. Kiana James 15:49 Blake Monroe Debut16:18 Cody Rhodes, Sami Zayn & Gunther promo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Hamflett and Michael Sidgwick preview WWE Night of Champions 2026 and discuss...WWE Title: Cody Rhodes Vs Gunther Vs Sami Zayn!King & Queen Of The Ring Finals!Women's US Title: Tiffany Stratton Vs Jade CargillUS Title: Trick Williams Vs Ricky SaintsSteel Cage: Seth Rollins Vs Bron Breakker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

K100 w/ Konnan & Disco is presented to you by FanDuel Sportsbook! Quickest deposits & withdrawals, plus betting available on all sports in the US & worldwide! Support K100 & check out the best in the game, FanDuel! Plus use code BLEAV & receive up to $150 in credits after your first $5 bet! At the start of this K10 Review, the crew discusses online and radio fallout involving Bully Ray insulting Jon Moxley and AEW's Death Riders, Josh Barnett publicly threatening Bully in defense of Moxley, and Joey Janela accusing Bully of causing burns in a lighter-fluid table spot, with Bully denying it, closing with a Disco quip. They then review SmackDown: chaotic Cody Rhodes vs Gunther match with Sami Zayn as referee leads to a Cody/Gunther/Zayn Triple Threat at Night of Champions; Jade Cargill challenges Tiffany Stratton; Bloodline tension advances with Jacob Fatu and Solo; Priest and R-Truth retain tag titles; Ricky Saints beats Carmelo Hayes to face Trick Williams; Jey Uso beats Je'Von Evans; and Liv Morgan taps out Charlotte after a disputed tap sequence, setting Morgan vs IYO Sky. They criticize Danhausen comedy segments and note loose brand-split enforcement. Check out our Patreon site at Konnan.me and Patreon.com/Konnan for hours of extra audio, exclusive video, listener roundtable discussion shows, the show's 8+ year archive, plus so much more! Get Interactive on Twitter @Konnan5150 @TheRealDisco  @TheCCNetwork1 @K100Konnan @TheHughezy @HarryRuiz @HugoSavinovich @RoyLucier @TwoManPowerTrip @LingusMafia Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepinIt100OFFICIAL @K100Konnan on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Rugiet's 3-in-1 formula gets you ready in just 15 mins on avg & effects can last up to 36 hrs. Stay confident, present, & in control in the bedroom! Connect at rugiet.com/k100 to see if Rugiet Ready's right for you. You can use code K100 to get 15% off! Get 15% off the exciting & innovative products at Manscaped.com by using our code K100! Smell good, stay groomed, & support Konnan, Disco, & Joe! That's a win for everyone! Check out LegacySupps.com and use the code K100 for 10% off of their fat burner, pre workout, testosterone supplement, and sleep aid! Brought to you by friend of the show, Nick Aldis! Plus they now carry Women's supplements, brought to you by Mickie James! Go to shipstation.com and use code K100 for sixty days for free! ShipStation's intelligence driven platform brings order management, rate shopping, inventory and returns, warehouse systems, and comprehensive analytics all in one place. Go to shipstation.com and use code K100! Sixty days gives you plenty of time to see exactly how much time and money you're saving on every shipment! TheAeonMan.com brings you high quality Superfood Protein, world class New Zealand Deer Antler Velvet extract for natural testosterone, & supplements to eradicate joint pain & more for all of your health & needs! Use code WELCOME15 for 15% off! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nestlemania and JC discuss...Is this the time to make Sami Zayn champion?Should Cody Rhodes get some rest?Will Solo join the Bloodline or face off against them?Lyra turns heel. What does the future look like for her?We give our Night of Champions, Great American Bash, and Forbidden door predictions.All this and more ...this week on the Jobber Knocker Podcast.Check out the merchandise! https://www.teepublic.com/JobberKnockerFollow us on Twitter!@JobberKnocker@Nestlemania@JCoftheJK@TJoftheJK@RayRayoftheJK@DommyFeds33@Danyfab@SSJPegasusFollow us on Facebook & Instagram @JobberKnocker!Visit Jobberknocker.com for some great wrestling articles!

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It's time to get RAW! It's time to get DOWN! We're back again! This week, we break down all the latest developments heading into Night of Champions, including the WWE Championship Triple Threat between Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and Sami Zayn, the King & Queen of the Ring Finals, major championship implications for SummerSlam, and all the biggest stories coming out of Raw and SmackDown. We'll discuss the latest twists, standout performances, surprise moments, and what could be next for WWE as one of the biggest events of the summer approaches. All that and more on your #1 source for all things WWE on the Turnbuckle Tavern. This is the RAWDOWN!

Turnbuckle Tavern is powered by G FUEL and Official Dick Lazer. Use code TAVERN for 20% off at GFUEL.com and DickLazers.com. Episode 191 is headlined by a massive week across WWE, AEW, TNA Wrestling, and NJPW as Night of Champions, Forbidden Door, Slammiversary, and G1 Climax continue to take shape. We begin in WWE, where Sami Zayn's controversial actions as special guest referee have led to a WWE Championship Triple Threat between Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and Sami Zayn at Night of Champions. We break down the fallout and preview the rest of the card, including Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker inside a steel cage, the King and Queen of the Ring Finals, Trick Williams defending the United States Championship against Ricky Saints, and Tiffany Stratton facing Jade Cargill. Over in AEW, we discuss reports that multiple AEW, NJPW, and CMLL talents still don't know their Forbidden Door plans, Gabe Kidd's expected involvement, and the unique way the event continues to come together. We also preview a loaded card featuring Swerve Strickland vs. Will Ospreay, Mercedes Moné vs. Maya World, Kenny Omega vs. Zack Sabre Jr., Jon Moxley vs. Bandido, PAC vs. Shota Umino, and more. The women's division remains a major focus as Kris Statlander joins Hikaru Shida and Persephone in the first-ever Survival of the Fittest Match to crown a new TBS Champion following Willow Nightingale's injury. We also discuss Tony Khan naming Thekla, Kevin Knight, Kyle Fletcher, and Mercedes Moné among AEW's modern pillars. In TNA Wrestling, we examine the company's ongoing restructuring following the departures of Tommy Dreamer, Sami Callihan, and Tessa Blanchard. We discuss Matt Hardy's defense of TNA President Carlos Silva, the latest creative rumors involving Delirious, Eric Tompkins, and Road Dogg, and whether the promotion is entering a new era. We also preview Slammiversary, headlined by Mike Santana challenging Nic Nemeth for the TNA World Championship. Over in NJPW, Aaron Wolf and Yuto-Ice officially qualify for G1 Climax 36 as the tournament field continues to take shape. We discuss NJPW's continued investment in its next generation of stars and what it means for the company's future. Plus, Paul Heyman praises AEW's impact on wrestler compensation and the industry at large, Mystery Wrestling's Infinite Rumble sets a new fundraising record, Josh Barnett responds to Bully Ray's criticism of Jon Moxley, and we discuss why Moxley remains one of wrestling's most polarizing figures. Be sure to support the show and join our Patreon for just $2.99 a month at Patreon.com/TheTurnbuckleTavern for exclusive content. Follow @TurnbuckleTavern on social media for all the latest updates. Until the following week, when we wine and dine with you kings and queens, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans. Good luck and good speed.

This week on the Experience, Jim reviews Gunther vs. Cody Rhodes with Sami Zayn as referee on Smackdown, and talks about TNA's releases & developmental deal with OVW, world champion schedules from July 1984, and more! Plus Jim reviews AEW Dynamite, and Dave Meltzer blaming the fans for AEW's bad episode! Thanks to our episode sponsors: RIDGE: Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code JCE at https://www.Ridge.com/JCE #Ridgepod HELIX: Go to helixsleep.com/jce for 20% off sitewide and bigger discounts on Luxe and Elite Mattresses DRAFTKINGS CASINO: Download the DraftKings Casino app and sign up with code JCE to claim your Flex Spins and experience Cashingo—the feature you can’t play anywhere else! Follow Jim and Brian on Twitter: @TheJimCornette @GreatBrianLast Join Jim Cornette's College Of Wrestling Knowledge on Patreon to access the archives & more! https://www.patreon.com/Cornette Subscribe to the Official Jim Cornette channel on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/c/OfficialJimCornette Visit Jim's official site at www.JimCornette.com for merch, live dates, commentaries and more! You can listen to Brian on the 6:05 Superpodcast at 605pod.com or wherever you find your favorite podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WWE Night of Champions 2026 features an intriguing six-match card with WWE SummerSlam 2026 ahead -- and Getting Over is here to break it down! Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini dive into our signature WWE Night of Champions ultimate preview [1:43:45] tackling the matches with predictions: Will GUNTHER or Sami Zayn overcome Cody Rhodes? Can for Jey Uso and Liv Morgan over Oba Femi and IYO SKY as respective King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring? Is Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker in its final chapter? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" handle The Main Event [17:55] -- plans for Roman Reigns, LA Knight, Jacob Fatu, Solo Sikoa and The Bloodline -- and The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [43:35] on Chad Gable, Bayley, Lyra Valkyria, the Street Profits and Danhausen. 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!

It's WWE Night of Champions season, and a rotation of fellow wrestling fans joins Ryan Gray to preview every match on the card! Ryan and Richie Mars preview Tiffany Stratton vs Trick Williams for the Women's United States Championship at Night of Champions. Ryan and John Arsenio D'Amato preview Trick Williams vs Ricky Saints for the United States Championship at Night of Champions. Ryan and Seth preview Oba Femi vs Jey Uso for the King on the Ring at Night of Champions. Ryan and Kathy preview Iyo Sky vs Liv Morgan for the Queen on the Ring at Night of Champions. Ryan and Ibou preview Sami Zayn vs GUNTHER vs CM Punk for the WWE Championship at Night of Champions. Ryan and Richie Mars preview Seth Rollins vs Bron Breakker inside a Steel Cage at Night of Champions.

The conversation begins with Uncle Blacc215 and Bri discussing WWE wrestling, sharing observations and opinions on various wrestling events and characters. They delve into the storytelling and character dynamics within WWE, highlighting specific moments and matchups. The conversation covered various wrestling events, matches, and character dynamics, along with personal experiences and reactions. It included discussions on specific matches, technical difficulties, appearances of wrestling personalities, predictions for upcoming matches, and reactions to on-screen incidents. The hosts also shared their thoughts on ongoing storylines and character performances, providing insights and personal opinions on the wrestling events.TakeawaysWWE storytellingCharacter dynamics Wrestling events and matchesCharacter dynamics and storylinesPersonal experiences and reactionsChapters00:00 Introduction and Wrestling Observations25:17 Opening Segment and Jacob's Performance30:31 Technical Difficulties and Javon Evans' Performance36:22 Dan Housing's Performance and Bri's Change of Opinion41:42 Dirty Dominic Mysterio vs. Oba Femi Match and Post-Match Reactions47:01 Sami Zayn as Special Guest Referee and Predictions for WWE Undisputed Championship Title Match

Pull up a seat for a wild, unfiltered ride! In this episode, Lee Houston and David Burton break down a massive weekend in professional wrestling and dive deep into some unexpected scheduling shakeups.First up, the guys discuss WWE Raw broadcasting live from the UK, breaking down the time zone shifts and what it means for fans tuning in early. Then, they shift focus to the highly busy weekend. The Chaos of a "Packed Weekend": The guys map out a massive slate of wrestling, navigating the schedules for WWE's Night of Champions, AEW Collision, AAA, NXT's Great American Bash, the AEW/NJPW/Stardom joint show Forbidden Door, and TNA's Slammiversary.Match Breakdowns: Previews and analysis of major announced bouts, including Liv Morgan vs. Iyo Sky, Trick Williams vs. Ricky Steamboat vs. Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker in a cage, and Cody Rhodes defending the WWE Championship against Gunther and Sami Zayn.Forbidden Door Predictions: A massive look at the card set for San Jose, tracking everything from the Young Bucks and Swerve Strickland to Mercedes Moné, Kenny Omega vs. Zack Sabre Jr., and the massive cage match featuring Team Briscoe against the Don Callis Family.TNA, Injury Realities, and "Executive Decision": The guys talk TNA's latest card shifts, discuss the sobering reality of head and neck injuries in the business, and wrap things up with a highly controversial round of "Executive Decision" (formerly "Keep, Push, Fire"). Lee and David make some tough corporate calls on the futures of Brooks Jensen, Carmelo Hayes, and the veteran status of The Miz.Plus, Lee gives a quick reminder to all millennials heading to the theaters this week to see "Toy Story 5"—make sure you stick around for the post-credits scenes!

On this week's trip through the Mind of the Meanie, The Blue Meanie and Adam Barnard talk Jey Uso, Sami Zayn, Phillies destryoing the Mets, Wawa Hoagiesfest, plus #AskMeanie!Mind of the Meanie is an official Brand Partner of WWE Shop! Click this link here to shop WWE Shop and support your favorite WWE Superstar today: https://wwe-shop.sjv.io/eK26drGet 25% OFF your entire order using promo code MEANIE at GreenRoads.com - Own The Day with Green Roads CBD and Wellness Products!For more information and exclusive updates, follow Mind of the Meanie on Social Media.Website | Facebook | Twitter | InstagramBECOME AN OFFICIAL POD SQUAD MEMBER: www.Patreon.com/mindofthemeanieAbout The Blue Meanie: Since 1994, Brian Heffron, known to wrestling fans as "The Blue Meanie", has been one of the most fun loving and mischievous characters in wrestling. He's been in ECW, WWE, various independent wrestling promotions and several independent films. He is perhaps best known for his comedy and wrestling parodies with the bWo, KISS, Col. DeMeanie, Sir Meanie, The Fabulous Ones and BlueDust. Now, he meaniesaults into the world of streaming audio, sharing his experiences in and out of the ring as well as his views on the world of professional wrestling and anything else he is passionate about.About Adam Barnard: Adam Barnard is a photographer, podcaster, and an award winning writer from Downingtown, PA. Since 2019, he has hosted Foundation Radio, a weekly podcast series with new episodes every Tuesday, focusing on in depth conversations and interviews. Since 2025, Adam has been a writer, contributor, and interviewer for TheSportster for interviews and live results coverage. Adam brings his unique perspective and incredibly dry sense of humor to Mind of the Meanie each week.Hosts/Executive Producers: The Blue Meanie and Adam BarnardEngineer: Carl PannellExecutive Voice: Sam KreppsIntro music: Swamp CandlesOutro music: ChikaraMusical Accompaniment: Enrichment A Butts Carlton Media Production. Butts Carlton, Proprietor.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mind-of-the-meanie--6219755/support.

Join SP3, Miss Krssi Luv & Tru Draw Josh for an all-new edition of our flagship podcast Tru Heel Heat 386 discussing the latest wrestling news including:TIME STAMPS:0:00 SP3 is thankful for Carlos Silva & TNA1:52 Intro5:05 SP3, Josh & Krssi Luv welcome you to the show / Congrats to the Knicks! / Happy Father's Day & Juneteenth17:51 WWE involvement in UFC Freedom event rub people wrong way / TNA in trouble? / Roll Call24:48 WWE SmackDown recap ft. Cody Rhodes vs GUNTHER rematch w/Sami Zayn as special guest referee38:28 WWE Raw on Netflix recap ft. Jacob Fatu assaults Eric Andre49:52 Breaking down the SmackDown women's division51:30 Drew McIntyre choosing Hollywood over WWE? / Jade Cargill in big plans / Chad Gable push 1:07:14 Danhausen w/Knicks championship success / is LA Knight a bum? / WWE visa issues / WWE at UFC Freedom / MITB update1:25:56 WWE NXT, Evolve, AAA on FOX & TNA IMPACT recaps1:34:12 TNA fires Tommy Dreamer, want to bring in Road Dogg to replace him?1:44:10 TNA also lets go of Sami Callihan / Tessa Blanchard TNA exit / TNA re-signs talent & partnership w/OVW2:14:31 TIK TOK TIME - Clash of the Territories 2:40:34 AEW Collision - Summer Blockbuster recap ft. Death Riders vs Shane Taylor Promotions crazy Cincinnati Street Fight2:43:05 AEW Dynamite recap ft. Mercedes Monè vs Hazuki classic2:54:11 Has AEW Forbidden Door lost its luster w/lack of tickets sold & lack of other promotions?3:02:32 Krssi outro / more Forbidden Door talk3:11:14 Jack Perry AEW contract expiring? / Matt Sydal potential comeback3:24:49 NJPW Dominion recap ft. Yota Tsuji new IWGP Heavyweight Champion3:28:47 G1 Climax 36 lineups for A & B Blocks / Callum Newman injury update / Yota Tsuji boycotts Forbidden Door3:36:05 ROH YouTube Special, Global Wars Cincinnati, CMLL Martes Populares & Fantastica Mania Mexico recaps3:39:53 Best, Worst, Moments & Matches of the Week3:45:08 OutroLike, share, comment and subscribe to support! #WWE #AEW #TNA #AAA #CMLL #ROH #NJPW #STARDOM #TommyDreamer #TessaBlanchard #RoadDogg #Bloodline #ForbiddenDoor #Slammiversary #NXTGAB #WWENOC Welcome to the Tru Heel Heat Wrestling YouTube channel where we cover  the sport of professional wrestling including all WWE TV shows (Raw,  Smackdown, & NXT), AEW Dynamite/Dark, IMPACT Wrestling, NJPW, ROH,  Dark Side of the Ring and more. Our weekly podcast hosted by SP3, Top  Guy JJ & Miss Krssi Luv breaking down the weekly wrestling news and  present unfiltered, honest thoughts and opinions for wrestling fans by  wrestling fans, drops every Saturday. We also include PPV reviews,  countdowns, and exclusive interviews with wrestlers from all promotions  hosted by a wide range of personalities such as Romeo, Chris G, Ness,  StatKing, Drunk Guy JJ, J-News and more. Subscribe and enable ALL  notifications to stay posted for the latest wrestling WWE news,  highlights, commentary, updates and more.Become a member of Tru Heels Facebook community: www.facebook.com/groups/1336177103130224/Subscribe to Tru Heel Heat on YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC0AmFQmsRyQYPKyRm5hDwNgFollow Tru Heels on Twitter: twitter.com/truheelheatFollow Tru Heels on Instagram: www.instagram.com/truheelheat/Music composed by JPM

The Snug Wrestling crew is back with a full WWE SmackDown review and reaction breaking down one of the biggest cards of the week, headlined by Cody Rhodes vs Gunther in a commercial-free Undisputed WWE Championship Match with Sami Zayn as special referee. This episode focuses on the biggest moments, match results, storyline direction, and what WWE could be setting up next as the road continues through the King of the Ring Tournament, Queen of the Ring Tournament, and major title picture developments. We also discuss the growing buzz around Cody Rhodes, Gunther's dominant presence, Sami Zayn's role in the main event, Jey Uso's tournament run, Charlotte Flair vs Liv Morgan, and the latest movement in the WWE tag team and U.S. title scenes. Topics Covered • Cody Rhodes vs Gunther for the Undisputed WWE Championship • Sami Zayn as special referee and how he impacted the title match • Charlotte Flair vs Liv Morgan in the Queen of the Ring Tournament Semifinals • Jey Uso vs Je'Von Evans in the King of the Ring Tournament Semifinals • Damian Priest & R-Truth vs Talla Tonga & Tama Tonga for the WWE Tag Team Titles • Carmelo Hayes vs Ricky Saints in a U.S. Title No. 1 Contender's Match • WWE SmackDown results, highlights, reactions, and storyline fallout • What these matches mean for WWE's next premium live event • Cody Rhodes, Gunther, Jey Uso, Liv Morgan, Charlotte Flair, and more What You'll Get In this episode, the Snug Wrestling crew gives an honest, entertaining, and direct breakdown of WWE SmackDown this week. We talk about what worked, what missed, which wrestlers gained momentum, and which storylines WWE should push harder moving forward. Whether you are here for Cody Rhodes vs Gunther, the King of the Ring Tournament, the Queen of the Ring Tournament, or the latest WWE title scene updates, this review gives you the full conversation from a wrestling fan perspective. Why This Episode Matters This SmackDown had major implications for WWE's future. Cody Rhodes defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against Gunther is a huge matchup with serious main event energy. Adding Sami Zayn as referee creates even more drama and raises questions about trust, fairness, and potential controversy. The tournament semifinals also put major names in the spotlight. Jey Uso vs Je'Von Evans could shape the future of the King of the Ring picture, while Charlotte Flair vs Liv Morgan adds another major chapter to the Queen of the Ring tournament. The tag title match featuring Damian Priest, R-Truth, Talla Tonga, and Tama Tonga brings more attention to the MFT storyline, while Carmelo Hayes vs Ricky Saints could decide the next major challenger in the United States Championship scene. If you follow WWE, SmackDown, Cody Rhodes, Gunther, Jey Uso, Liv Morgan, Charlotte Flair, Carmelo Hayes, Ricky Saints, or wrestling podcasts, this episode is built for you. Join the Conversation What was the best match on WWE SmackDown this week? Did Cody Rhodes vs Gunther deliver? Was Sami Zayn the right choice as referee? Who should win King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring? Should Carmelo Hayes or Ricky Saints be next in line for the U.S. Title? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let the Snug Wrestling crew know where you stand. Follow Snug Wrestling X/Twitter: https://x.com/SnugWrestling Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snugwrestling/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@snugwrestlin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snugwrestlingg Merch/Website: https://tee.pub/lic/5RBm2m1Bhdo Business inquiries: snugwrestlingpod@gmail.com   Subscribe for weekly WWE reviews, AEW talk, wrestling reactions, wrestling news, live streams, and pro wrestling podcast discussions. Disclaimer This video is for commentary, criticism, news, and entertainment purposes only. Snug Wrestling is not affiliated with WWE, AEW, TKO Group Holdings, or any wrestling promotion. All trademarks, names, images, and video clips belong to their respective owners. Copyright Notice Any media used is intended under fair use for commentary, criticism, review, and discussion. No copyright infringement is intended. #WWE #SmackDown #CodyRhodes #Gunther #WrestlingPodcast #SnugWrestling

WWE is holding its Night of Champions show next weekend and I've got PREDICTIONS, including for the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring finals, thoughts on what happened on Smackdown and why Sami Zayn should win the WWE championship in Riyadh.But it was also a WILD WEEK FOR TNA and I'm covering more TNA news in this one episode than I've ever done in the 19 years of this podcast... with thoughts on Tessa Blanchard LEAVING TNA, Tommy Dreamer "mutually" parting ways with the company (sure thing), Sami Callihan making some noise on his way out after getting the axe and questions about exactly how much money TNA is getting out of this AMC deal as talent continues to flee.On the AEW side, Jim Ross is back in the hospital again, FTR is taking time away from the ring and thoughts on Maya World's SHOCKING WIN over Athena in the Owen Hart tournament and where things may be headed there with Mercedes Mone in the finals.Plus, the death of Duke Doherty, thoughts on Cyndi Lauper getting her own WWE action figure and what that means for the Hall of Fame, could a Razor Ramon World title run have worked and my review for the new TOY STORY 5 movie.Support my sponsors this week by using the links below!EXPRESSVPN ▶ Get an extra FOUR MONTHS FREE of the #1 trusted VPN at http://www.expressvpn.com/solomonsterZOCDOC ▶ Visit http://www.zocdoc.com/solomonster to find and INSTANTLY book a doctor you love today!WIX HARMONY ▶ The NEW WAY to create websites!  Try it FREE at http://www.wix.com/harmony***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

This week we saw the KOTR semifinal matches that now have the finals set for the Night of Champions event with Jey Uso vs Oba Femi & Liv Morgan vs Iyo Sky. We also saw Charlotte's knee taken out by Jade, Sami Zayn now officially in the Undisputed title picture, Roman Reigns return to Raw and much more!Go AD-FREE at https://Patreon.com/WWEPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.

Howse discusses Smackdown and Wrestling News:Go to GOLI.com and use promo code "IYH" for a discount on all Goli Nutrition Supplements.Want to support us without spending a dime? Go to Apple Podcasts & Spotify and give us a 5 star rating and review! Follow on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7JpMIjs...Join our Discord: / discordBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/in-your-howse--3318368/support.

Happy Fathers Day! In this weeks TWC Show we talk about the fathers in wrestling, second generation superstars, Night of Champion predictions, Sami Zayn, Brock Lesnar and more! Enjoy!We appreciate you visiting our YouTube Channel! Please subscribe, like and engage!My Official Website + Demo Reel - https://www.justindhillon.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewrestlingclassic/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewrestlingclassic X - https://x.com/twcworldwide Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheWrestlingClassic/  Limited Edition TWC Tee https://headquartersclothing.com/products/headquarters-x-the-wrestling-classic-logo-tee?_pos=1&_psq=wrestlinhg&_ss=e&_v=1.0 WWE Shop Affiliate wwe-shop.sjv.io/RGRxQv 500 Level https://www.500level.com/ Join the Discord Community https://linktr.ee/thewrestlingclassic All Episodes are on "The Wrestling Classic" Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOQOYraeFlX-xd8f3adQtTw#NightofChampions #WWE #KingoftheRing #FathersDay #QueenoftheRing #TWCShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/twc-show--4417554/support.

Denise Salcedo and Mark Henry react to Smackdown from Kansas City covering Sami Zayn's actions in the WWE Title match between Cody Rhodes and GUNTHER as the special guest referee. Plus, they breakdown the King and Queen of the Ring Semifinal matches from Jey Uso vs Je'Von Evans to Liv Morgan vs Charlotte Flair. 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.

Wai Ting and Neal Flanagan review WWE SmackDown with Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther for the Undisputed WWE Title featuring Sami Zayn as referee. Plus, the last K/QOTR semifinals.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped.Trey Miguel re-signs with TNATessa Blanchard comments on TNA departureJanel Grant honored by advocacy groupMyAEW adds Fantastica Mania and more indiesMyAEW FAST channel added to Tubi in United StatesLudwig Kaiser files for CCTV footage of incident

Our review of WWE SmackDown as Simon Miller recaps:0:00 Gunther vs Cody Rhodes4:12 Backstage promos5:16 Damian Priest and R-Truth vs. The MFTs6:41 Sami Zayn backstage7:09 Ricky Saints vs. Carmelo Hayes8:28 Backstage promos10:52 Jey Uso def. Je'Von Evans12:52 Backstage promos14:31 Liv Morgan def. Charlotte Flair Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate (@MissKatefabe) and Cresta (@CrestaTheeStarr) discuss tonight's episode of Smackdown, June 19, 2026, including: - Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Gunther with Sami Zayn as the special guest referee - WWE Tag Team Championship: R-Truth and Damian Priest vs. MFT - Queen of the Ring Semifinals: Charlotte Flair vs. Liv Morgan - Carmelo Hayes vs. Ricky Saints (winner of this match will face Trick Williams at Night of Champions for the US Title) - King of the Ring Semifinals: Jey Uso vs. Je'Von Evans EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fightful Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! A MUST HAVE for wrestling fans! Watch all WWE shows with one Netflix subscription, and save HUNDREDS on AEW PPV events with a MYAEW subscription! If you want to bet on Wrestling, or any other sport, check out our new partner where we get ALL of our odds! https://mybookie.website/joinwithFIGHTFUL and use the promo code FIGHTFUL. Deposit $100, get $50. Go in with $200, and they'll make it $100! One scam can cost you everything - use code fightfulpod for up to 76% off or go to coveron.com/fightfulpod Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amanda reviews SmackDown from 6/19/2026. Liv Morgan advances after an assist from Jade Cargill, Sami Zayn ruins the Championship match, R-Truth and Damien Priest are victorious and much more.Go AD-FREE at https://Patreon.com/WWEPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.

The Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast with Jason Powell features his review of a loaded WWE Smackdown show that included Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther for the WWE Championship with Sami Zayn as referee, Liv Morgan vs. Charlotte Flair, Jey Uso vs. Je'Von Evans in the final KQOTR semifinal matches, and more...

PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Eric Corbridge to review WWE Smackdown with live chat and caller interactions throughout beginning with analysis of the Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther match for the WWE Title with Sami Zayn as special referee, with thoughts on the restart and the no contest finish, and then the follow-up throughout the show setting the Night of Champion Triple Threat. Lots of praise for Sami. Also, the Charlotte vs. Liv Morgan and Je'Von Evans vs. Jey Uso matches were discussed with questions about Jey's inconsistency as a character. Plus Danhausen, Solo Sikoa, Matt Cardona, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

This week on Two Dudes With Attitudes, we break down the highs and lows from WWE SmackDown (June 12), RAW (June 15), and NXT (June 16).We discuss Cody Rhodes and Sami Zayn's incredible promo, Roman Reigns welcoming Jacob Fatu into the family, Oba Femi advancing in the King of the Ring tournament, and much more. Plus, we hand out our weekly MVD and LVD awards and discuss what worked—and what didn't—across WWE television this week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/two-dudes-with-attitudes-a-wrestling-podcast--5927275/support.

Welcome To the Friday Night Smackdown Live Watch Along with your Hosts The Queen of the South Kayla, Diry Dango, The Redeemer Justin & Friends as we have the semi finals of The King and Queen Of The Ring Tournament & The Undisputed Championship on the line.... as the card...WWE Undisputed Championship Sami Zayn Special Guest Referee - Cody Rhodes (c) Vs GuntherKing Of The Ring Tournament Semi Finals - Je'Von Evans Vs Jey UsoQueen Of The Ring Tournament Semi Finals- Liv Morgan Vs Charlotte FlairWWE Tag Team Championship - Whepa R'Us Vs MFTsAnd much more!Make sure you subscribe to our channel and welcome to the watch along!!!This is WWE SMACKDOWN Live Stream. This live stream will feature our reactions to WWE SMACKDOWN as well as our live commentary, analysis of the show and discussions with the live chat room.Our Live stream is intended to be viewed as a watch-along and features no footage of ANY EVENTS.DON'T WATCH SD ALONECOME JOIN US!!!COME CHAT WITH US!!!

Michael Hamflett and Michael Sidgwick preview WWE SmackDown and discuss...WWE Title: Cody Rhodes Vs Gunther (w/Sami Zayn as guest referee)Queen Of The Ring Semi Final: Liv Morgan Vs Charlotte FlairKing Of The Ring Semi Final: Jey Uso Vs J'Von EvansDanhausen Corner: The Miz/Kit Wilson curse, his secret project, no spot in the Knicks paradeWWE Tag Team Titles: Damian Priest & R-Truth Vs The MFTsMen's US Title No.1 Contender: Carmelo Hayes Vs Ricky SaintsThe Last 3 Hour SmackDown (we think) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (6-18-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by Nick Barbati from PWTorch.com to discuss WWE Friday Night Smackdown with live callers including reaction to the last-second move of the Roman Reigns vs. Rey Mysterio match to Smackdown and some speculation on the reason why, Commander Azeez's in-ring debut, a brawl with Bayley and Bianca Belair, a debate about a beard-less Otis, a Kevin Owens vs. Sami Zayn match added to Sunday's PPV, and more with live callers throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Smark Out Moment presents Episode 759 of the Smack Talk podcast, breaking down the latest Hot Tags in professional wrestling news, rumors and discussion.This week's topics include Masyn Holiday leaving WWE, Tessa Blanchard, Tommy Dreamer, Sami Callihan and more exiting TNA Wrestling, speculation on Road Dogg joining the TNA creative team, NJPW Dominion results, G1 Climax participants, and Jacob Fatu attacking Eric Andre on WWE Monday Night Raw.Plus, we discuss whether Cody Rhodes could drop the Undisputed WWE Championship to Gunther on SmackDown with Sami Zayn as the special guest referee, along with King & Queen of the Ring predictions and more theories.

On this episode of The Still Real to Us Show:-- Sami Zayn Holds the Fate of the Undisputed WWE Championship in His Hands! Sami has been named the special guest referee for Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther on SmackDown, but can he remain impartial—or is controversy inevitable?-- "Come and Get Me!" Solo Sikoa Rejects Roman Reigns as Jacob Fatu Chooses a Side! Jacob Fatu delivers a direct message from Roman Reigns, Solo fires back with a challenge to the OTC, and Fatu officially joins The Bloodline. Is the next chapter of The Bloodline Civil War about to begin?-- Who Will Wear the Crown? King & Queen of the Ring and Owen Hart Tournament Predictions! Oba Femi's monster run continues, IYO SKY moves one step closer to the throne, Mercedes Moné punches her ticket to the Owen Hart Finals, and Will Ospreay vs. Swerve Strickland feels bigger than ever. We break down every tournament and predict who leaves with the crown and who leaves with the cup!-- Has TNA's Comeback Already Run Out of Steam? After a much-talked-about resurgence, TNA is dealing with talent departures, declining attendance, production cuts, and questions surrounding the WWE partnership. Is this just a rough patch—or are the warning signs impossible to ignore?

Turnbuckle Tavern is powered by G FUEL and Official Dick Lazer. Use code TAVERN for 20% off at GFUEL.com and DickLazers.com. Episode 190 is headlined by a major development in Janel Grant's lawsuit against Vince McMahon and WWE, as all parties have received approval to move the case toward private arbitration. We discuss what the canceled June 16 hearing, the July 10 status report, and the potential move to confidential arbitration could mean, not just legally but publicly, as questions grow about whether WWE and TKO may eventually test the waters for a Vince McMahon rehabilitation tour. We also break down CM Punk's expected WWE return. Punk has been announced for FanaticsFest on July 19, reports continue to point toward a return on or before the July 6 Raw near Chicago, and Dave Meltzer reports WWE's current plan is for Punk to join the SmackDown roster. We examine the teased Cody Rhodes program, why creative changes delayed his return, and what it could mean for SummerSlam. Rhea Ripley is dealing with issues both inside and outside the ring. WWE revealed that the Women's Champion is being evaluated for a knee injury suffered in Italy, while Ripley also opened up about fans crossing major boundaries, including showing up at her home and one person obtaining her personal phone number after being unable to purchase SmackDown tickets. On the AEW side, we look at ticket sales for Redemption in Montreal and Grand Slam Mexico, with both events showing encouraging early momentum. Redemption has distributed 4,782 tickets and is already approaching AEW's previous Bell Centre number, while Grand Slam Mexico sits at 5,146 tickets distributed, well above AEW's current 2026 attendance average. We also cover NJPW Dominion 2026, where five championships changed hands. Yota Tsuji regained the IWGP Heavyweight Championship, Shota Umino captured the IWGP Global Championship, YOH became the 100th IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion, Aaron Wolf reclaimed the NEVER Openweight Championship, and Great O Khan and HENARE captured the IWGP Tag Team Championships. Plus, Gabe Kidd returned and immediately inserted himself into the title picture. The road to G1 Climax 36 is now set as NJPW finalizes its play in matches. We discuss Aaron Wolf's rapid rise, the final qualifying matches, and how the field is shaping up before the tournament begins July 11 in Chicago. John Cena also shares new details on the planned John Cena Classic, including WWE's version of an All Star Game, a new championship, fan voting, cross brand exhibition matches, and the possibility, however unlikely, of one more match. Plus, UFC Freedom 250 becomes one of the strangest stories of the year. The FBI says it foiled an alleged attack plot targeting the White House event, Dana White publicly criticized Josh Hokit's remarks about Michelle Obama, Roman Reigns, Nick Khan, Paul Levesque, Shane McMahon, and Declan McMahon were all in attendance, and Daniel Cormier found himself at the center of a bizarre social media controversy involving Eric Trump. From there, we head to TNA, where the company is undergoing major changes. Tessa Blanchard has been granted her release after reportedly declining an exclusive contract offer, while longtime creative figure Tommy Dreamer has mutually parted ways with the promotion after nearly a decade in leadership and creative roles. We break down the reported wrestling politics involving TNA, WWE, AAA, CMLL, and AEW that may have contributed to Blanchard's departure, discuss Dreamer's exit and his impact on the company behind the scenes, examine the reports linking Road Dogg to a potential role in TNA's creative future, and explore what these departures could mean for the company's direction moving forward. We also preview the week ahead, including Cody Rhodes defending the WWE Championship against Gunther with Sami Zayn as special guest referee, Charlotte Flair facing Liv Morgan in the Queen of the Ring semifinals, Mercedes Moné battling Hazuki in the Owen Hart Tournament, AEW's continued build toward Forbidden Door, and a loaded slate of action from NJPW, TNA, and more. Be sure to support the show and join our Patreon for just $2.99 a month at Patreon.com/TheTurnbuckleTavern for exclusive content. Follow us on social media @TurnbuckleTavern for all the latest updates. Until the following week, when we wine and dine with you kings and queens, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans. Good luck and good speed.

It's time to get RAW! It's time to get DOWN! We're back again! This week, we discuss Danhausen leading the Knicks to their first championship in over 50 years, Rhea Ripley's injury, why Sami Zayn may be the last true good guy in WWE, the latest King & Queen of the Ring developments, and Eric Andre getting absolutely destroyed by Jacob Fatu. All that and more on your #1 source for all things WWE on the Turnbuckle Tavern. This is the RAWDOWN!

WWE is building to Night of Champions and SummerSlam with a strong main event storyline crossing Monday Night Raw and SmackDown -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down! Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini tackle The Main Event [38:30], a deep dive into Cody Rhodes attempting to thwart GUNTHER with Sami Zayn buzzing in his ear, Roman Reigns using Jacob Fatu to consolidate power in The Bloodline, Jey Uso potentially facing Oba Femi in King of the Ring and LA Knight being left out in the cold. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then grade The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:48:50]: Rhea Ripley's injury, Liv Morgan's booking, IYO SKY and Charlotte Flair's pushes, Chad Gable's presentation, Danhausen's prominence and more. Plus, the New York Knicks win the NBA title and a ton of WWE scheduling news [13:10]. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER| Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee

Jonathan Hood and Justin LaBar run through the list of champions in professional wrestling and discuss who is the best amongst them. Plus, they get into the dynamic between Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and Sami Zayn on Smackdown. 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.