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This week on the Tapped In Podcast, Nick McDaniel and Jacked Jameson dive into another huge week across the Georgia wrestling scene.Cartelo Grillo continues its expansion, this time making waves in Southern Honor Wrestling. Is anyone safe from the group's influence as they spread across Georgia independent wrestling?The guys also preview the upcoming SHW RumbleJack, discuss the incredible story of Kraken Pro Wrestling's Tag Team Championships being defended internationally in the United Kingdom, and break down all the action from 1FW's events in Watkinsville and Winder this past weekend.Then, it's time to look ahead to one of the biggest stretches on the 1FW calendar:
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Episode 187 covers one of the biggest weeks wrestling has seen all year as AEW Double or Nothing completely reshapes the company's championship picture, WWE heads toward its historic Clash in Italy premium live event, major injuries continue piling up inside The Vision faction, and the independent wrestling landscape sees a massive ownership shift. We break down the full fallout from AEW Double or Nothing 2026 from Queens, New York as MJF regains the AEW World Championship in a brutal Title vs. Hair main event against Darby Allin. We discuss the violent structure of the match, Darby's terrifying Coffin Drop off the stage scaffolding, the hardway bleeding controversy under the New York State Athletic Commission, and Kevin Knight's shocking heel turn after attacking Darby while he was strapped to a stretcher. We also look at the end of Darby's chaotic 40-day title reign after seven successful defenses and MJF beginning his third AEW World Championship run. We also cover the massive Stadium Stampede spectacle involving Jericho, The Hurt Syndicate, The Elite, Ricochet, The Don Callis Family, and The Dogs, plus Konosuke Takeshita defeating Kazuchika Okada for the AEW International Championship before Kyle Fletcher returned and betrayed Takeshita to officially end Protoshida. We discuss Jon Moxley retaining the Continental Championship against Kyle O'Reilly, Thekla surviving a four-way Women's World Championship match, Cage and Cope winning the AEW World Tag Team Championship in a violent "I Quit" street fight against FTR, and the latest Owen Hart Cup tournament developments involving Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, Athena, Mina Shirakawa, Samoa Joe, Bandido, Sareee, Persephone, Hazuki, and the mystery Wild Card entrant replacing the injured Willow Nightingale. Outside the ring, AEW officially announced the new AEW Redemption pay-per-view for July 26 at the Bell Centre in Montreal, bringing the company to ten annual pay-per-views for the first time ever. We discuss Tony Khan's comments about Montreal's wrestling history, Mick Foley potentially appearing at the event, and what the continued expansion of AEW's pay-per-view calendar means moving forward. We also break down the major independent wrestling business story of the week as former WWE stars Big Damo and Nikki Cross officially acquire ownership of PROGRESS Wrestling and co-ownership of DEFY Wrestling. We discuss their vision for the companies, expansion plans across the UK, relationships with Pro Wrestling NOAH and other promotions, the future of women's wrestling under Cross' leadership, and why this move could become one of the most important independent wrestling developments of the year. On the WWE side, we preview Clash in Italy, WWE's first-ever premium live event in Italy taking place from Turin at the Inalpi Arena. We break down Cody Rhodes defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against Gunther, Roman Reigns facing Jacob Fatu in Tribal Combat for the World Heavyweight Championship, Rhea Ripley defending the WWE Women's Championship against Jade Cargill in a WrestleMania rematch, Becky Lynch defending the Women's Intercontinental Championship against Sol Ruca, and Brock Lesnar returning to face Oba Femi after appearing to retire at WrestleMania 42. We also discuss Saturday Night's Main Event fallout as The Vision retained the World Tag Team Championship against The Street Profits before WWE later announced Logan Paul suffered a torn triceps that will sideline him for months. We cover Bron Breakker replacing Paul as Austin Theory's tag team partner, Theory's brutal chair attack on Joe Hendry, Brie Bella and Paige retaining the Women's Tag Team Championship, Penta retaining against Ethan Page, Jade Cargill pinning Rhea Ripley ahead of Clash in Italy, and Sol Ruca officially earning her Women's Intercontinental Championship opportunity against Becky Lynch. Plus, we discuss WWE officially launching the 2026 King & Queen of the Ring tournaments next week on Raw from Turin, LA Knight declaring himself for the tournament while targeting Roman Reigns, Jimmy Uso defending the modern Bloodline, and the increasing likelihood that this year's finals once again culminate at Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia. We also preview AAA Noches de Grandes, NJPW/CMLL Fantasticamania, Raw, NXT, Dynamite, Collision, SmackDown, TNA Impact, NWA Powerrr, and the entire week ahead across professional wrestling. 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Join SP3, Tru Draw Josh & Jon Escudero of Dirt Sheet Radio for our WWE Saturday Night's Main Event ft.The Vision vs Street Profits for the World Tag Team Championships.TIME STAMPS:0:00 SP3 pleasantly surprised w/this SNME1:16 Intro3:29 SP3, Tru Draw Josh & Jon welcome you to the show7:11 Praise for Ethan Page on SNME / Is SNME the new In Your House?Show recap:12:57 Overall thoughts on SNME14:24 Jade Cargill, Michin & B-Fab vs Rhea Ripley, Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair / Rhea vs Jade set for Clash In Italy25:41 Josh goes off on burner accounts / Love for Michin's performance / Ethan Page promo30:11 Sol Ruca & Becky Lynch promos / Becky vs Sol / another botched Sol Snatcher & lame DQ finish / Becky/Sol at Clash In Italy35:56 Has Sol Ruca lost her confidence on the main roster? / botched booking for Sol as well / is Becky going to face referee Jessika Carr?47:36 Why is the WWE Women's IC Title in this state? / Has Becky elevated anybody?51:19 WWE is not really wrestling as a whole / Penta pre-recorded promo / Irresistible Forces interview54:41 Penta vs Ethan Page (WWE Intercontinental Championship)1:06:08 Rey Fenix in WWE & AAA is not the same as what they doing w/Penta / Praise for AAA & El Grande Americano storyline1:10:58 Paige & Brie Bella promo / Paige & Brie vs Irresistible Forces (WWE Women's Tag Team Championships)1:21:40 Street Profits promo / The Vision interview1:22:25 The Vision vs Street Profits (WWE World Tag Team Championships) / Bron Breakker lays out Ford & Dawkins1:30:50 Can WWE tag team division afford Street Profits splitting up? / WWE tag team scene rebuild talk / Enzo & Cass1:35:12 Ratings for the show1:43:54 OutroLike, share, comment and subscribe to support! #SNME #WWE #WWEClash #RheaRipley #JadeCargill #CharlotteFlair #AlexaBliss #Michin #BFab #TheVision #StreetProfits #Penta #EthanPage #BeckyLynch #SolRuca 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 Saturday Night's Main Event review, breaking down every match, title defense, major moment, and storyline direction from the show. We give our honest reactions to the full card, including The Street Profits vs The Vision, Penta vs Ethan Page, Becky Lynch vs Sol Ruca, and the huge Six-Woman Tag Team Match featuring Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Jade Cargill, Michin, and B-FAB. This episode of Snug Wrestling Podcast focuses on the biggest WWE talking points coming out of Saturday Night's Main Event, including championship results, match quality, booking decisions, surprise moments, and what could be next on Raw, SmackDown, and the road to WWE's next premium live event. Matches Covered • The Street Profits vs The Vision Logan Paul and Austin Theory defend the World Tag Team Championships against Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins. • Ethan Page vs Penta Penta puts the Intercontinental Championship on the line against Ethan Page in a major singles title match. • The Irresistible Forces vs Scream Mode Lash Legend and Nia Jax challenge Paige and Brie Bella for the Women's Tag Team Championships. • Becky Lynch vs Sol Ruca A major women's division matchup as Becky Lynch faces Sol Ruca. • Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss vs Jade Cargill, Michin & B-FAB A star-studded Six-Woman Tag Team Match with major WWE women's division implications. What You'll Get In This Episode • Full WWE Saturday Night's Main Event recap • Match-by-match reactions and analysis • Winners, losers, and standout performers • Championship match breakdowns • WWE booking discussion • Women's division storyline talk • Tag team title picture analysis • Predictions for what happens next • Snug Wrestling crew reactions and debate Why This Video Matters WWE Saturday Night's Main Event delivered major matches, championship stakes, and key storyline moments that could shape the next chapter of WWE programming. With names like Logan Paul, Austin Theory, Penta, Ethan Page, Becky Lynch, Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Jade Cargill, Nia Jax, Lash Legend, Paige, Brie Bella, Sol Ruca, The Street Profits, Michin, and B-FAB, this card gave fans plenty to talk about. The Snug Wrestling crew breaks down what worked, what missed, and which WWE superstars gained momentum after the event. Whether you watched the show live or just want the full recap, this episode gives you a clear and direct review of everything important from WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. Join The Conversation Who had the best match of the night? Did WWE get the winners right? What was the biggest moment from Saturday Night's Main Event? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know where you agree or disagree with the Snug crew. 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 Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more WWE reviews, AEW talk, wrestling podcasts, live reactions, fantasy booking, predictions, and pro wrestling debates. Disclaimer This video is for commentary, criticism, news, and entertainment purposes only. Snug Wrestling Podcast is not affiliated with WWE, AEW, TKO Group Holdings, or any wrestling promotion discussed. Copyright Notice All trademarks, logos, names, images, and video clips referenced belong to their respective owners. Any media used is intended under fair use for commentary, criticism, and discussion. #wwe #wwesaturdaynightsmainevent #snugwrestling #wrestlingpodcast #wrestlingreview #wwepodcast #loganpaul #austintheory #penta #ethanpage #beckylynch #solruca #rhearipley #charlotteflair #alexabliss #jadecargill #niajax #thestreetprofits
This premium live event was held in Fort Wayne, Indiana and featured 5 matches, 3 of which were championship bouts. In a 6 women tag team match, the team of “The Queen” Charolette Flair, Alexa Bliss and the WWE Women's Champion, Rhea Ripley take on the team of Michin, B-Fab and “The Storm” Jade Cardgill. The newest member of the Raw roster, Sol Ruca faces the Women's Intercontinental Champion, “The Man” Becky Lynch. Another newcomer is “All Ego” Ethan Page as he challenges for the Intercontinental Championship against Penta. The Women's Tag Team Championships are on the line as Brie Bella & Paige defend against the former champions, The Irresistible Forces, Nia Jax & Lash Legend. Finally, in the main event, The Vision's Logan Paul & Austin Theory defend the World Tag Team Championships against the Street Profits, Angelo Dawkins & Montez Ford.
Join SP3 and Shad Tawks Graps of Wrestling Republic for our WWE Saturday Night's Main Event Preview breaking down the May 23rd edition ft. The Vision vs Street Profits for the World Tag Team Championships. TIME STAMPS: 0:00 Intro 2:20 SP3 & Shad welcome you to the show 6:20 This card doesn't feel like a special event / thoughts on current state of WWE / NXT & AAA best WWE products right now 16:47 Anticipation level for Saturday Night's Main Event 18:40 Becky Lynch vs Sol Ruca predictions 23:28 Did AJ Lee rivalry hurt Becky's character? 28:35 Paige & Brie Bella vs The Irresistible Forces (WWE Women's Tag Team Championships) predictions 34:10 Penta vs Ethan Page (WWE Intercontinental Championship) predictions 38:51 Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss vs Jade Cargill, Michin & B-Fab predictions 43:46 Could this six-woman tag be the main event of the show? 44:48 The Vision vs Street Profits (WWE World Tag Team Championships) predictions 49:09 WWE wants to rebuild the tag team division? / Enzo Amore & Big Cass to return? 53:32 Outro Like, share,superchat and subscribe to support! #SNME #WWE #TheVision #StreetProfits #Penta #EthanPage #RheaRipley #JadeCargill #CharlotteFlair #AlexaBliss #BFab #Michin #BeckyLynch #SolRuca #Paige #BrieBella 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 our WWE Saturday Night's Main Event predictions, breaking down the full match card, championship matches, possible surprises, and who we think walks out with the win. This episode is focused on the biggest WWE stories heading into Saturday Night's Main Event, including Penta defending the Men's Intercontinental Championship against Ethan Page, Becky Lynch vs Sol Ruca for the Women's Intercontinental Championship, and a major six-woman tag match featuring Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Jade Cargill, Michin, and B-Fab. We also give our thoughts on the tag team title matches, potential title changes, storyline direction, and what these results could mean for WWE going forward. Matches We Cover • Penta (c) vs Ethan Page Men's Intercontinental Championship prediction • Becky Lynch (c) vs Sol Ruca Women's Intercontinental Championship prediction • Logan Paul & Austin Theory (c) vs The Street Profits World Tag Team Championship prediction • Brie Bella & Paige (c) or The Judgment Day vs Nia Jax & Lash Legend WWE Women's Tag Team Championship prediction • Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss vs Jade Cargill, Michin & B-Fab Six-woman tag team match prediction What You'll Get In This Episode The Snug crew gives direct predictions for every match on the card, including who should win, who probably will win, and which matches could have surprise finishes. We also discuss possible WWE storyline developments, championship changes, and which superstars could gain momentum after Saturday Night's Main Event. We break down how WWE may book Penta vs Ethan Page, whether Sol Ruca can pull off a major upset against Becky Lynch, and what a win or loss could mean for Logan Paul, Austin Theory, and The Street Profits in the tag team division. We also discuss the women's division, including Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Jade Cargill, Nia Jax, Lash Legend, Brie Bella, Paige, and The Judgment Day. Why This Episode Matters WWE Saturday Night's Main Event could play a major role in shaping upcoming championship feuds, title challengers, and future premium live event storylines. With multiple championships on the line and several major WWE names involved, this card has the potential for title changes, heel turns, returns, and storyline twists. This preview helps fans get ready for the show with match-by-match predictions, storyline discussion, and honest reactions from the Snug Wrestling crew. Drop your predictions in the comments and let us know who you think wins at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. Join the Conversation Who wins: Penta or Ethan Page? Does Becky Lynch retain against Sol Ruca? Can The Street Profits beat Logan Paul and Austin Theory? Which women's tag team walks out with the titles? What happens in the six-woman tag match with Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Jade Cargill, Michin, and B-Fab? Comment your winner picks below and tell us what match you're most excited for. Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more WWE predictions, wrestling podcast episodes, live reactions, and weekly pro wrestling talk from the Snug Wrestling crew. 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 Disclaimer: This video is for commentary, criticism, news, and entertainment purposes only. Snug Wrestling is not affiliated with WWE, AEW, TNA, or any wrestling promotion. All trademarks, names, and footage belong to their respective owners. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. #WWE #SaturdayNightsMainEvent #WWEPredictions #Penta #EthanPage #BeckyLynch #SolRuca #RheaRipley #CharlotteFlair #AlexaBliss #JadeCargill #StreetProfits #LoganPaul #AustinTheory #WrestlingPodcast #SnugWrestling
It's WWE Saturday Night's Main Event season, and a rotation of fellow wrestling fans joins Ryan Gray to preview every match on the card! Ryan and Mike Rossi preview The Vision vs The Street Profit for the World Tag Team Championship at SNME. Ryan and Richie Mars preview Penta vs Ethan Page for the Intercontinental Championship at SNME Ryan and Tony Richards preview Jade Cargill, Michin & B-Fab vs Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss at SNME Ryan and Steve Riddle preview Becky Lynch vs Sol Ruca at SNME. Ryan and Richie Mars preview Brie Bella & Paige vs Lash Legend & Nia Jax for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship at SNME.
Journalist Lee Sanders is back with full WWE RAW 5/18/26 REVIEW coverage as Brock Lesnar returns and destroys Oba Femi! Roman Reigns addresses Jacob Fatu one week after getting completely destroyed by The Samoan Werewolf on Monday Night RAW! After Backlash failed to settle the score and Fatu embarrassed The Tribal Chief yet again last week, the big question now becomes: Will Roman Reigns offer Jacob Fatu ONE LAST shot at the World Heavyweight Championship? And if he does, what stipulations will Roman demand this time around?THE RCWR SHOW with Lee Sanders breaks down all the fallout from WWE RAW 5/18/26 including Oba Femi's latest Open Challenge, Paige & Brie Bella defending the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships against Judgment Day's Roxanne Perez & Raquel Rodriguez, plus the insanity involving El Grande Americano and Los Americanos colliding with Original El Grande Americano and Los Americanos Hermanos in tag team action!BROUGHT TO YOU IN PART BY WHISPER: UTC VIA https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/552340/whisper-utc AND DriveThruRPG.com Celebrate this spring with friends and jump into Whisper: UTC. If you're a fan of tabletop roleplaying games, this lightweight system delivers fast-paced, stylish, urban tactical combat that hits hard. Whisper: UTC is a character-focused experience, giving you the freedom to shape your playstyle with deep customization options. Build your crew, dive in, and choose from 46 unique classes. To grab your copy, check out the link in the description of this very episode. And start paving your own story.BROUGHT TO YOU IN PART BY QUESTIONS 4 CANCER DOCTORS VIA Q4CD.COMRecently diagnosed with prostate cancer? Before making treatment decisions, get clarity from someone who's been there. At Questions 4 Cancer Doctors — Q4CD.com — Dr. Williams, a retired Lieutenant Colonel and Radiation Oncologist, helps men and veterans understand their options and ask the right questions before moving forward. Download the book and schedule a private 1-to-1 consultation today at Q4CD.com. Q4CD.com — because the right questions lead to the right decisions.
The Snug Wrestling crew is back with a full WWE Monday Night Raw review, breaking down everything that happened on this week's show, including World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns responding to Jacob Fatu's latest attack, the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship match, the Oba Femi Open Challenge, and the chaotic Six-Man Tornado Tag Team Match featuring El Grande Americano and Los Americanos. In this episode, we react to the biggest moments from Raw, discuss what WWE is building next, and give our honest thoughts on the matches, storylines, promos, and surprises from the show. Topics Covered • Roman Reigns responds to Jacob Fatu's latest attack • What Roman Reigns' response means for the World Heavyweight Championship picture • Is Jacob Fatu being positioned as WWE's next major threat? • Paige & Brie Bella vs. Raquel Rodriguez & Roxanne Perez for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship • The future of the WWE Women's Tag Team division • The Oba Femi Open Challenge and who stepped up • Oba Femi's momentum and potential main roster impact • El Grande Americano and Los Americanos vs. “Original” Grande Americano and Los Americanos Hermanos • Six-Man Tornado Tag Team Match reaction • Best and worst moments from WWE Raw • WWE Raw results, recap, review, and storyline breakdown What You'll Get In This Episode This Snug Wrestling episode gives you a direct, honest, and entertaining WWE Raw recap and review from a wrestling fan perspective. We talk about the biggest names on the show, including Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, Oba Femi, Paige, Brie Bella, Raquel Rodriguez, Roxanne Perez, El Grande Americano, Los Americanos, and Los Americanos Hermanos. We also discuss how this week's Raw connects to WWE's bigger storylines, upcoming premium live events, championship feuds, and the direction of Monday Night Raw moving forward. Why This WWE Raw Review Matters This week's WWE Monday Night Raw had major storyline movement, especially with Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu. With Roman Reigns holding the World Heavyweight Championship and Jacob Fatu continuing to make an impact, WWE may be setting up one of the most intense rivalries on Raw. The WWE Women's Tag Team Championship match also adds major focus to the women's division, while Oba Femi's Open Challenge continues to build interest around one of WWE's most dominant rising stars. If you're looking for a wrestling podcast that covers WWE Raw results, WWE Raw reactions, Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, Oba Femi, WWE women's wrestling, championship matches, and weekly wrestling news, this episode is for you. Join the Conversation What was the best match on WWE Raw this week? Did Roman Reigns have the right response to Jacob Fatu? Who should answer the next Oba Femi Open Challenge? Are Paige & Brie Bella still the right champions for the WWE Women's Tag Team division? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know what you want the Snug Wrestling crew to cover next. 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 Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more weekly WWE Raw reviews, wrestling podcast episodes, WWE reactions, wrestling news, and pro wrestling debates. Disclaimer Snug Wrestling is an independent wrestling podcast and is not affiliated with WWE, AEW, TKO Group Holdings, or any professional wrestling promotion. All opinions are our own and are intended for entertainment and discussion purposes. Copyright Notice All WWE names, logos, footage, images, trademarks, and related materials belong to World Wrestling Entertainment and their respective owners. Any discussion, clips, or references are used for commentary, criticism, news reporting, and entertainment under fair use guidelines. #WWE #WWERaw #MondayNightRaw #RomanReigns #JacobFatu #ObaFemi #WomensTagTeamChampionship #Paige #BrieBella #RaquelRodriguez #RoxannePerez #WrestlingPodcast #WWEReview #WrestlingNews #SnugWrestling
In this episode of The A2theK Wrestling Show, we predict the full potential match card for WWE Clash In Italy 2026, including some huge title matches, returning rivalries and plenty of chaos along the way.We discuss Cody Rhodes potentially challenging Gunther, whether WWE could pull the trigger on a major Gunther title win, and why Cody somehow continues to be the world's most successful underdog. We also predict Roman Reigns vs Jacob Fatu running it back, possible Bloodline and Uso interference, and whether Jacob could finally dethrone Roman.Elsewhere, we talk Becky Lynch vs Sol Ruca, why Sol Snatcher divides opinion, and why this could be a breakout performance even in defeat. We also dive into a Rhea Ripley vs Jade Cargill WrestleMania rematch after Jade's return, and debate whether anybody is realistically taking the title from Rhea anytime soon.Finally, we predict Brie Bella and Paige challenging Roxanne Perez & Raquel Rodriguez for the Women's Tag Team Championships, discuss Liv Morgan's possible involvement, and talk about why Paige's WWE return could open the door to massive singles feuds moving forward.#WWE #ClashInItaly #RomanReigns #CodyRhodes #Gunther #RheaRipley #JacobFatu #Saraya #BeckyLynch #JadeCargill
Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani review the chaotic July 24, 2000 episode of Raw, taking place just one night after the critically acclaimed Fully Loaded pay per view event.Tommy Blacha opens up about the shifting backstage culture in WWF during the summer of 2000, explaining how corporate analytics and the lack of competition from WCW led management to second guess successful creative decisions. The guys also discuss the stark contrast between the relentless pacing of the Attitude Era and the commercial heavy broadcasts of modern wrestling television.Inside the ring, Mick Foley establishes new rules to keep The Rock under control, while Shane McMahon and Big Show form a shocking new alliance to destroy The Undertaker. Chris Jericho hunts down Triple H for a backstage brawl, and The Hardy Boyz, Edge, Christian, and The Dudley Boyz tear the house down in a massive triple threat match for the Tag Team Championship.Other major discussion points include:- Perry Saturn capturing the European Championship in a triple threat match against Eddie Guerrero and Dean Malenko.- The Godfather losing to Bull Buchanan after interference from Steven Richards.- Lita taking the fight to Trish Stratus and Stephanie McMahon in a strap match.- The massive main event featuring The Rock and Kane taking on Kurt Angle and Chris Benoit.- An analysis of the record breaking cable television ratings drawn by this specific episode of Raw.0:00 Intro 2:43 The Pacing of Old Raw vs. Modern WWE7:37 Tommy Blacha Misses Raw for WWF New York Meetings8:58 Mick Foley Adds a DQ Stipulation for The Rock17:04 Road Dogg vs. Steve Blackman21:03 Discussing the Downfall of WCW Nitro24:42 Triple H Arrives Late and Smashes Flowers28:22 Shane McMahon and Stephanie McMahon Confront Lita29:54 The Godfather vs. Bull Buchanan38:32 The Undertaker vs. Kurt Angle and Big Show's Heel Turn45:45 Chris Jericho and Triple H Brawl Backstage49:11 Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Taz52:55 The Hardy Boyz vs. Edge and Christian vs. The Dudley Boyz for the Tag Team Championship56:40 Lita vs. Trish Stratus in a Strap Match59:21 Main Event: The Rock and Kane vs. Kurt Angle and Chris Benoit1:02:24 The Massive Record Breaking Cable Ratings1:05:05 Backstage News: Big Show, Lilian Garcia, and TazFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In today's episode of Two Dudes With Attitudes, Ryan and Denton break down the jam-packed episode of AEW Dynamite from Wednesday, April 22, 2026. -MJF Challenging Kevin Knight for the TNT Championship; what does this mean for MJF and the World Title?-Darby Allin Retains Against Ciampa in a fantastic match; afterward, Brody King calls his shot and gets a title shot next week-What is happening with Will Ospreay and the Death Riders?-Adam Copeland and Christian Cage challenge FTR one last time for the Tag Team Championships and if they lose, they must retire as a teamWe wrap up the show with our LVD/MVD picks of the week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/two-dudes-with-attitudes-a-wrestling-podcast--5927275/support.
Turnbuckle Tavern is powered by G FUEL, the clean, zero-sugar, zero-crash energy formula that keeps you locked in for the main event. Whether you're watching late-night pay-per-views or grinding through your day, G FUEL has you covered. Save 20% with code TAVERN at GFUEL.com. Fuel up and keep it Tavern. Turnbuckle Tavern is also powered by the Official Dick Lazer, the ultimate gag gift that guarantees a reaction. With laser projections, a red-dot laser, flashlight, and more, it's built to stand out. Head to DickLazers.com and use code TAVERN for 20% off. Keep it Tavern. Episode 180 dives into the fallout from WrestleMania 42 across both nights, as Matt from the Extra Cooler Show and JBugz from the Rawdown join Acefield Retro to break it all down. Night 1 saw The Usos and LA Knight pick up the win over Logan Paul, Austin Theory, and IShowSpeed in a six-man tag opener. Jacob Fatu defeated Drew McIntyre in an unsanctioned match, while Brie Bella and Paige captured the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships with Nikki Bella at ringside. Becky Lynch defeated AJ Lee to become Women's Intercontinental Champion, Gunther forced Seth Rollins to submit, and Liv Morgan defeated Stephanie Vaquer to win the Women's World Championship. In the main event, Cody Rhodes retained the Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton. Night 2 kicked off with Oba Femi defeating Brock Lesnar. Penta retained the Intercontinental Championship in a six-pack ladder match against Je'Von Evans, Dragon Lee, JD McDonagh, Rusev, and Rey Mysterio. Trick Williams defeated Sami Zayn to win the United States Championship, and "The Demon" Finn Bálor defeated Dominik Mysterio in a street fight. Rhea Ripley defeated Jade Cargill to win the WWE Women's Championship, while John Cena appeared alongside Danhausen to announce the attendance. The weekend closed with Roman Reigns defeating CM Punk to win the World Heavyweight Championship. Be sure to support the show and join our Patreon for exclusive content. Follow us @TurnbuckleTavern for all the latest updates. Until next week, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans. Good luck and good speed.
This biggest event in professional wrestling and sports entertainment comes to us live from Las Vegas. The 2 night extravaganza featured 12 matches, 6 of which were championship matches. Night 1 kicked off with a 6 man tag team match as “The Megastar” LA Knight teamed with The Usos to take on the World Tag Team Champions, Logan Paul & Austin Theory and social media superstar, iShowSpeed. The Women's Intercontinental Championship is on the line as AJ Lee defends against the former champion, “The Man” Becky Lynch. “The Samoan Werewolf” Jacob Fatu takes on “The Scottish Warrior” Drew McIntyre in an Unsanctioned match where the rules are tossed out. The Women's Tag Team Championships were contested in a Fatal 4 Way tag match, as Nia Jax & Lash Legend defend against Charolette Flair & Alexa Bliss, Bayley & Lyra Valkira and The Bella Twins. “The Ring General” Gunther takes on the returning Seth “Freakin” Rollins. The Women's World Championship is up for grabs as Stephanie Vaquer defends against the 2026 Women's Royal Rumble Winner, Liv Morgan. In the first main event, “The American Nightmare”, Cody Rhodes defends the WWE Championship against his friend and former mentor, “The Viper” Randy Orton. Night 2 kicked off with a heavyweight fight as “The Beast” Brock Lesnar battled Oba Femi. In a 6 man ladder match, the Intercontinental Championship was on the line as Penta defends against Dragon Lee, Russev, JD McDonagh, Je'Von Evans & Rey Mysterio. Sami Zayn defends the United States Championship against the newcomer, Trick Williams. “Dirty” Dominick Mysterio takes on Finn Balor in a street fight. “The Storm” Jade Cardgill puts the WWE Women's championship on the line against Rhea Ripley. In the main event, “The Best in the World”, CM Punk defends his World Heavyweight Championship against the 2026 Royal Rumble winner, “The Tribal Chief” Roman Regins.
"Bow Down. All Hail The Queen!" 14-time Women's World Champion Charlotte Flair joined the show in advance of her Fatal 4-way match (alongside her partner Alexa Bliss) for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship. Charlotte shared how her legendary career got started, how she's handled unfavorable crowd reactions, things that she wished she had done with her character over the years and more. Also, Charlotte and O'Shea share notes on being the children of very accomplished fathers: "Nature Boy" Ric Flair and Ice Cube. O'Shea and T.J. also reveal that will be hosting a Wrestlemania 42 Pre-Show for ESPN2 this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome Everyone To Perched On The Top Rope Episode 314: Wolfie D of PG-13 Interview & A Tale Of Two Wolves Autobiography Review!In the interview Wolfie D discusses the following topics with our host, Lee Walker: Wolfie talks about his autobiography and how he landed his ghost writer and talks how he drew the artwork for the cover of the book.: Wolfie talks how he started getting into wrestling as a kid: Getting into training and his thoughts on where he trainedUSWA: Talks the forming of PG-13: We get to hear all sorts of road stories and shenanigans JC Ice and Wolfie would get into on the road: The first Tag Team Championship win and what it meant to Wolfie: Wolfie talks through Pg-13's notorious career in USWA while talking match highlights and backstage drama that would unfold.: Wolfie D talks taking his drawings to life with The Cyber Punks tag team: Wolfie talks the USWA relationship with the WWF and how he got to face The 123 Kid in USWA: Talks holding the USWA Tag Team Belts a record 15 times as PG-13WWF: Wolfie talks PG-13 being the first recognized by Vince McMahon for being tag team champions in another company: He gives the reason that they did not have the USWA tag team titles with them and how mad he was after Vince asked about them.: Wolfie shares why we didn't see PG-13 back in WWF until they joined The Nation of Domination: At this point, PG-13 is working USWA, WWF, & ECW ALL AT THE SAME TIME. Wolfie talks what that schedule was like and if anyone was jealous of what they were doing: Wolfie shares a story of Owen Hart and Davey Boy Smith and a rib they may have played on PG-13: Wolfie shares how he and JC Ice learned they were getting fired from WWF and who convinced them NOT to walk out on WWF while they had their last match on WWF Monday Night Raw against The Legion Of Doom (a favorite of Wolfie D)ECW: How the loss to LOD effected the ECW run: Thoughts on working in ECWWCW: Wolfie gives his honest opinion about working in WCWOVW: Wolfie talks how much Jim Cornette helped him during this part of his career from working really close with Jim to even staying at his house.: Wolfie talks going from a rapper to a demonic character, Slash and forming The Disciples of Synn: Becoming OVW Tag Team champions: Getting to work WWF Events Jakked and Sunday Night Heat: What let to him getting fired in OVWTNA: Slash continued in TNA and formed a new group with Father James Mitchell: Talks becoming tag team champion in the company teaming with Brian Lee: Getting to wrestling the likes of CM Punk and others:When his time in TNA ended, he did make an appearance in the reverse battle royal after having a major health scare and revels who told him he's not allowed to take a bump at the Slammiversay 2022.Wolfie was inducted with JC Ice in the Memphis Hall of Fame in 2024 and talks the reunion he had with his long time friend and tag team partner.Autobiography ReviewWe take a walk into the shoes of Wolfie from an early age. You learn from an early age the struggles he faced, while becoming a big pro-wrestling fan and how he became a fan!the same person he idolized as a kid, also helped guide him through stories into the world of professional wrestling. A Tale Of Two Wolves takes you through the wild ride of Wolfie D's life throughout the USWA, WWF, WCW, ECW, OVW, TNA and more.The book has a heavy dose of reality of the results of addiction. Wolfie faces them head on in the book while addressing the issue head on and what it took to change his life. Wolfie doesn't shy away from the controversies that were part of his career as well.Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/Tale-Two-Wolves-Wolfie-D/dp/B0FP9L1GM5/ref=asc_df_B0FP9L1GM5?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=79920961898660&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=59637&hvtargid=pla-4583520444385361&psc=1&msclkid=2a3818d5e46e1f8391557116e90aee7aAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
The Snug Crew goes LIVE to break down everything from this week's WWE Friday Night SmackDown. We're reviewing Randy Orton addressing his shocking assault on Cody Rhodes, Jacob Fatu vs. Drew McIntyre, Solo Sikoa & Tama Tonga defending the WWE Tag Team Championship against Damian Priest & R-Truth, Nia Jax & Lash Legend defending the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship against The Bella Twins, Motor City Machine Guns vs. Fraxiom, and Kit Wilson calling out Jelly Roll.Join the Snug Wrestling Podcast for full SmackDown reactions, match analysis, standout moments, surprises, winners and losers, and what it all means on the road to WrestleMania 42. We're talking Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, Drew McIntyre, Jacob Fatu, Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Damian Priest, R-Truth, Nia Jax, Lash Legend, The Bella Twins, Fraxiom, Motor City Machine Guns, and more.If you're watching live, drop your thoughts in the chat and let us know your biggest takeaway from WWE SmackDown.#WWESmackDown #WWE #RandyOrton #CodyRhodes #JacobFatu #DrewMcIntyre #BellaTwins #WrestleMania
We're still deep in Women's History Month and The Nikki & Brie Show is flipping the script this episode… because this time, Nikki & Brie are the history in the making! For the first time ever, The Bella Twins are stepping into the ring to fight for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships. This is a moment years in the making, from the womb to the world stage. This episode is raw, emotional, and electric as Nikki & Brie open up about what this match really means: the preparation, the pressure, the sleepless nights, the sacrifices, and the fire that never left them. This isn't just about titles, it's about legacy. From breaking barriers in a different era to proving they can still hang in today's powerhouse division, the twins reflect on their journey, their evolution, and the unbreakable bond that makes them unlike any tag team in history. Built-in chemistry. Heart over everything. And a story coming full circle. More than anything, this moment is bigger than them. It's for their kids. For the Bella Army. For every woman who's ever been told “no” and chose to rise anyway. Because when preparation meets destiny… history gets made. Press play and step into the moment with Nikki & Brie. This is what chasing legacy looks like! Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Shot of Nostalgia: Shuffle continues with your host Acefield Retro, and this week we revisit April 4, 1993, WrestleMania IX from Caesars Palace in Paradise, Nevada. The first fully outdoor WrestleMania. The World's Largest Toga Party. A Roman coliseum theme complete with live animals, trumpeters, and commentators fully committed to the presentation. But beyond the spectacle, this event represents a pivot. This episode traces the road into WrestleMania IX through the March and April 1993 Wrestling Observer Newsletter coverage, capturing a company navigating lawsuits, scrutiny, roster instability, and mounting pressure. Bret Hart entered as WWF Champion. Yokozuna had been elevated as the dominant Royal Rumble winner. Hulk Hogan had returned, but his long term direction was fluid rather than locked in. The structure of the card reflects that instability. Shawn Michaels versus Tatanka opens with an Intercontinental Championship match that creates movement without definitive closure, immediately signaling protection over payoff. The Steiner Brothers versus the Headshrinkers provide one of the night's most cohesive in ring performances, reinforcing how effective the tag division could be when execution was clean. Doink versus Crush leans heavily into character psychology and spectacle, highlighted by the double Doink finish. We examine the originally planned mechanical stunt that was scrapped and what that decision says about the era's emphasis on visual moments. Razor Ramon secures a direct win over Bob Backlund, continuing his steady rise. The Tag Team Championship match between Money Inc. and the Mega Maniacs unfolds through referee bumps, disqualification tension, and spectacle driven pacing. We revisit the reported late reshuffling that removed the originally planned tag title blow off and centered Hogan more prominently on the card. Lex Luger's WrestleMania debut against Mr. Perfect introduces rope leverage controversy and is layered with behind the scenes anecdotes that contribute to the uneven rhythm of the night. The Undertaker versus Giant Gonzalez becomes one of the most criticized finishes in WrestleMania history, prioritizing theatricality over decisive resolution. The championship picture ultimately defines the event. Bret Hart versus Yokozuna is framed as a generational collision until Mr. Fuji's salt interference shifts the WWF Championship. Moments later, Hulk Hogan enters, accepts an impromptu challenge, and captures the title in approximately twenty seconds. With three decades of hindsight, this episode examines whether that closing decision reflects creative confusion or calculated business pragmatism. The Observer context suggests urgency. The optics suggest an audible. The result reshaped Bret Hart's reign, altered Yokozuna's trajectory, and placed Hogan back on top during a volatile moment for the company. WrestleMania IX is remembered for its ending. It deserves to be studied for what it reveals about transition, pressure, and how quickly direction can change when stability becomes the priority. Shot of Nostalgia: Shuffle premieres Saturday wherever you listen. Like, subscribe, and leave a review to support the continued growth of the series. Visit TurnbuckleTavern.com for merchandise, archives, and the full network schedule. Support the project at Patreon.com/TheTurnbuckleTavern for exclusive content and extended deep dives. Powered by G FUEL and Dick Lazers. Use code TAVERN at checkout to save twenty percent on your entire order.
Dynamite Pro Wrestling kicks off Miles End with a massive Part 1. The night is headlined by the formation of The Statement as Mr. Perfect joins forces with Bron Breakker. Plus, four teams collide in a high-stakes Women's Tag Team Championship match, the long-awaited return of Nice Pac, and much more as Miles End begins.
This week's Hot Tags include Hiromu Takahashi leaving New Japan Pro Wrestling, The Bella Twins returning to go after the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship, NXT Roadblock and more.
John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Dynamite with Tommaso Ciampa's surprise debut, Kris Statlander vs. Thekla for the AEW Women's Championship, FTR vs. Davis & Doyle for the Tag Team Championship, and Swerve vs. Andrade.XL: John & Wai give predictions for Saturday's Royal Rumble, discuss Kim Wood's passing, Tuesday's NXT, and more.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped.Kim Wood passes away at 80Brock Lesnar, Rey Mysterio & Nikki Bella expected for Royal RumbleNXT RecapNJPW New Beginning USAImpact Lineup; Ash by Elegance clearedOur Royal Rumble 2026 Preview & PredictionsPOST Wrestling Café Schedule:Thursday: Book Club - “A Lion's Tale” by Chris Jericho (Double Double)Friday: MCU L8R - Wonder Man Ep. 1 & 2 ReviewFriday: Rewind-A-SmackDown XLSaturday: Collision CourseSunday: UFC 325 ReviewFREE Shows:Thursday: The History of the Royal Rumble Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDownSaturday: WWE Royal Rumble ReviewPhoto Courtesy: AEWRewind-A-Dynamite Theme by Jacob ChesnutAd 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.
Welcome to Episode 164 of Wrestling Tonight, powered by G FUEL and Dick Lazers. Use code TAVERN for 20 percent off. Acefield Retro and Chad are back, and this week is built around the road to Royal Rumble: Riyadh, while also zooming out to examine how WWE, AEW, TNA, AAA, NJPW, Stardom — and the global wrestling economy itself — are all adjusting direction at the same time. We open with a full preview of Royal Rumble: Riyadh, taking place January 31, 2026 at the King Abdullah Financial District as part of Riyadh Season. This marks the first traditional Royal Rumble ever held outside North America, the first Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia, and the first of WWE's "Big Five" events to take place in the Kingdom. We break down why this Rumble matters more than usual, with both the men's and women's winners earning world championship matches at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, the event's return to its traditional January slot, and the shift in distribution with ESPN streaming the Rumble in the U.S. for the first time while Netflix carries most international markets. From there, we dig into what's already locked in for Riyadh: the Men's and Women's Royal Rumble matches, Drew McIntyre defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against the winner of the Saturday Night's Main Event four-way, and Gunther vs. AJ Styles in a career-threatening match where Styles must retire if he loses. We also run through the early betting odds, where Roman Reigns and Bron Breakker sit at the top of the board, followed by Sami Zayn, Gunther, and Cody Rhodes, and discuss what those numbers tell us about WWE's short-term and long-term thinking. We cover the growing list of announced entrants on both the men's and women's sides and how the field is already beginning to take shape. We then pivot into Saturday Night's Main Event fallout from Montreal, breaking down Cody Rhodes vs. Jacob Fatu, AJ Styles vs. Shinsuke Nakamura, the Women's Tag Team Championship defense with Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY against Liv Morgan & Roxanne Perez, and the massive four-way number one contender's match featuring Damian Priest, Randy Orton, Sami Zayn, and Trick Williams, with the winner stepping directly into McIntyre's title picture at the Royal Rumble. From there, we widen the lens to WrestleMania season planning. We discuss WWE's current reluctance to turn Cody Rhodes heel, how WrestleMania 42 plans remain fluid, and why AJ Lee vs. Becky Lynch is shaping up as one of the most locked-in matches on the card. We also look ahead to WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia, with The Rock openly addressing his excitement for the event and internal speculation swirling about possible appearances from Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin as WWE enters its busiest stretch of the year. We then shift fully into the global business of wrestling, as Dave Meltzer reports that Místico has headlined 13 consecutive sellouts at Arena Mexico in 2026, a venue that holds approximately 16,000 fans. Meltzer called the run unprecedented, noting that sustained, high-frequency sellouts in the same building represent a business pattern rarely seen in wrestling history. We contextualize the streak against past drawing eras, the legacy of El Santo, and why comparisons to Japan or North American touring models often miss the structural realities of how wrestling draws actually function. We also discuss the growing push for Místico to capture a major championship currently held by talent from All Elite Wrestling, and what that would signal about CMLL's place in the current power structure. Outside WWE, AEW remains in a moment of transition. We break down Powerhouse Hobbs officially signing with WWE, the company parting ways with longtime executive Nik Sobic, and what those exits say about AEW's current phase. We also cover Will Ospreay's next step toward a return as he undergoes a medical evaluation, Hikaru Shida being backstage in Orlando as she edges closer to U.S. competition, and clarity emerging on AEW's streaming future as reports indicate the promotion is expected to remain aligned with Warner-backed platforms rather than moving to Netflix. TNA continues to operate within a shared ecosystem, as we revisit the fallout from Genesis and Impact's AMC debut amid lingering visa issues, the accidental TNA+ audio leak revealing No Surrender plans, Trey Miguel's emotional return, and the Knockouts Tag Team picture coming into focus with ZaRuca crowned as new number one contenders. We also hit international headlines, including AAA's FOX era officially beginning, Dominik Mysterio's accidental AEW belt graphic during a promo, El Hijo del Vikingo emerging as number one contender for the Mega Championship, NJPW seeing TMDK lose the NEVER Six-Man titles at Korakuen Hall, and Stardom keeping its options open following an alleged intellectual property violation involving trading cards. Episode 164 is a full-scale snapshot of the wrestling industry at a turning point — Royal Rumble season underway, WrestleMania plans coming into focus, media rights shifting, talent moving, and promotions everywhere adjusting direction rather than delivering final outcomes as the calendar heats up.
The Snug Crew gets together to break down the first WWE Saturday Night's Main Event of the year, and there's no shortage of big moments to unpack. We officially find out who will main event the 2026 Royal Rumble with a shot at the WWE Undisputed Championship against Drew McIntyre, setting the tone for what's ahead on the road to WrestleMania.We also dive into the Women's Tag Team Championship match, plus the highly anticipated one-on-one showdown between AJ Styles and Shinsuke Nakamura. What delivered, what surprised us, and what left us wanting more?Tune in and hear what the Snug Crew makes of all the action—and don't forget to leave a star rating and review to support the show.
Join us as we dive into the latest developments in the WWE universe. This episode covers the exciting matches lined up for Saturday night's main event, including the Women's Tag Team Championship featuring IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley against Liv Morgan and Roxanne Perez. We also discuss the implications of Drew McIntyre's reign as WWE Champion on the upcoming Royal Rumble, and speculate on potential outcomes for WrestleMania. Tune in for in-depth analysis and predictions on the future of WWE's biggest stars!Check Out Our Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-burning-hammerFollow Us On Social Media!X: https://twitter.com/theburnthammerInstagram: https://instagram.com/theburninghammerTikTok: https://tiktok.com/theburninghammer
Graham "GSM" Matthews and RJ Marceau have plenty to rant about on WrestleRant Radio this week, and it's not for the reasons you think! They give their quick thoughts on Wednesday's Dynamite including Andrade and Jake Doyle being announced as "All Elite" before discussing Tommaso Ciampa reportedly leaving WWE when his contract expires soon and if he reached his ceiling, Matt Cardona returning on SmackDown and what role he'll be good for, Oba Femi vacating the NXT Championship ahead of a main roster call-up, if too many names are being brought up at once and what it means for NXT, and an update on Chris Jericho. The duo are also talking Monday's Stranger Things-themed episode of Raw and complaints about no one from the show appearing in the crowd, the secret ninth episode of Stranger Things some fans tried to will into existence, the real issue with Bron Breakker not beating CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship and how it affects WrestleMania season, Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY capturing the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship, why Becky Lynch regaining the Women's Intercontinental Championship from Maxxine Dupri was the wrong call, and more!
For this week in WWE we talk about the Ambulance Match between Damien Priest and Aleister Black, The Usos win their 9th Tag Team Championship, Drew McIntyre provokes Cody Rhodes even further, Punk & Breakker face off on the mic and more!Go AD-FREE at Patreon.com/WWEPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.
Let's talk Monday Night Raw that aired December 29th, 2025, the final Raw of the year. The Usos win the Tag Team Championship, Nikki Bella battles Raquel Rodriguez, CM Punk & Bron Breakker exchange words and more!Go AD-FREE at Patreon.com/WWEPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.
The Uso's leading the WWE Tag Team Division into 2026 is a smart decision: #AGREE or #DISAGREE?Uso's Win Tag Titles in ClassicPunk/Breakker War of WordsJericho To Return To WWE On Netflix Anniversary?2025 Highlights & 2026 Bold Predictions!It's our final show of 2025! This week, we recap the highlights of WWE Raw, including the Tag Team Championship classic between The Uso's and AJ Styles & Dragon Lee and the opening segment between CM Punk and Bron Breakker ahead of their matchup for the World Heavyweight Championship on January 5th. Will the Uso's lead a resurgence of the tag team division in 2026? Is Bron Breakker's time right now? We also discuss the rumors of an inevitable return of Chris Jericho to WWE. Will he be a surprise entrant in the Royal Rumble, or will he make a shocking return at next week's Raw 1 Year Anniversary on Netflix?We also recap our favorite moments and matches of 2025, as well as share our bold predictions for 2026. Is Austin Theory ready to reach his potential in the new year? Who will emerge from NXT as the next big WWE superstar? Will LA Knight finally get the push he deserves in 2026?It's the final episode of the Lazy Booking Podcast for 2025 that you don't want to miss!S/P: Specialized Physical Therapy | specializedphysicaltherapy.comOTs:
AEW Women's Tag Team Champion Harley Cameron speaks to Adam Barnard for TheSportster about her inaugural win, the Babes of Wrath, AEW Worlds End, and chasing the TBS Championship.Special thanks to 10th Ward Barbershop - Proudly serving the historic 10th Ward in Lawrenceville and surrounding areas, 10th Ward Barbershop is a full service barbershop offering quality haircuts, beard trims, and hot shaves. Schedule your appointment with Finn Balor and Corey Graves' favorite barbershop today.Host/Executive Producer: Adam BarnardAdditional Production/Narration: Sam KreppsEngineer: Carl PannellIntro Music: Carl PannellOutro Music/Musical Accompaniment: EnrichmentInstagram/X/Threads/Bluesky: @thisisgoober | @fndradiopodA Butts Carlton Media production. Butts Carlton, Proprietor.
Shot of Nostalgia: The SmackDown Six Era rolls on with your host Acefield Retro, and this week we are stepping into one of the most important stretches of the entire project. Episode 5, titled Eddie Ascending, covers February through July 2003. This is the moment when SmackDown did more than outperform Raw in the ring. It found its emotional core. WrestleMania XIX proves that the blue brand is the company's true in-ring backbone. The United States Championship returns and gives the midcard real purpose. Eddie Guerrero moves out of the tag ranks and becomes the heart of WWE. We begin at No Way Out 2003. Brock Lesnar and Chris Benoit are placed in a 2 on 3 handicap match after Edge's sudden neck injury forces him off television. The entire structure of SmackDown changes overnight, but from that uncertainty comes a turning point. Lesnar and Benoit fight from underneath, Team Angle grows into something special, and the rivalry between Lesnar and Kurt Angle begins to intensify just weeks before WrestleMania. From there we head into WrestleMania XIX, a main event that almost collapses before it happens. Kurt Angle is wrestling with a severe neck injury that should have kept him out entirely. Brock Lesnar nearly lands on his head attempting the Shooting Star Press. Somehow the match still becomes one of the most dramatic finishes of the era. Brock leaves as champion. Angle proves again that he is superhuman. Despite injuries and constant reshuffling, SmackDown stands tall as WWE's true wrestling showcase. After WrestleMania, the story shifts to Eddie Guerrero. The booking becomes chaotic, but Eddie thrives when things get messy. His partnership with Tajiri looks random at first, but it quickly becomes inspired. We take a closer look at their Tag Team Championship run, including a complete watch along of the June 26, 2003 Madison Square Garden match against Roddy Piper and Sean O'Haire. The match captures everything special about this period. Nostalgia, comedy, wild character energy, and athleticism all blend together. Holding the titles gives Eddie the opportunity to show every piece of who he is. The humor, the intensity, the timing, and the emotion are all there. The second half of the episode focuses on the return of the United States Championship. Stephanie McMahon brings the title back to SmackDown, instantly giving the midcard a new sense of identity. The tournament becomes a showcase for Eddie Guerrero and Chris Benoit. Their Vengeance 2003 final is a 20 minute battle filled with technique, grit, creative shortcuts, and a major surprise from Rhyno. Eddie wins the championship with the Frog Splash, and the title immediately feels meaningful again because Eddie makes everything he touches feel important. We also explore the early signs of tension between Eddie and Chavo. Chavo's frustrations build quietly as Eddie's star begins to rise even higher. These small moments begin the emotional story that eventually leads to Chavo's turn later in 2003. It is layered and human and exactly the kind of storytelling that defined this era. Alongside the on screen events, we take a wider look at the company through the Wrestling Observer newsletters. Paul Heyman is quietly removed from creative. The injury list grows longer every week. WWE struggles to commit to a consistent style. Evolution never forms the way it was intended. Goldberg arrives and immediately loses momentum. Nostalgia and shock television fill airtime, while SmackDown continues to stand out through strong wrestling and grounded, character driven stories. Eddie's rise, the renewed importance of the United States Championship, and the remarkable depth of the midcard give the brand stability during a turbulent period. By the time we reach the summer of 2003, SmackDown is no longer simply the house that the SmackDown Six built. It becomes the place where Eddie Guerrero's redemption arc turns into the emotional heartbeat of the entire Ruthless Aggression era. Fans begin to see him not only as a great performer but as someone who could eventually lead the company. Shot of Nostalgia: The SmackDown Six Era Episode 5, Eddie Ascending, premieres Friday, December 5, 2025, wherever you listen. Like, subscribe, and leave a review to support the project. You can visit TurnbuckleTavern dot com for merchandise, archives, and the full network schedule, and you can join Patreon dot com slash The Turnbuckle Tavern for $2.99 a month to help keep these deep dives going. Powered by G FUEL and Dick Lazers. Use code TAVERN for 20 percent off your entire order.
Solomonster reviews AEW Dynamite from Indianapolis with THREE Continental Classic matches, including Jon Moxley against Claudio Castagnoli. He was waiting on an angle with the Death Riders after, but that angle never came. Plus, Samoa Joe and Eddie Kingston face off ahead of their AEW championship match at Winter Is Coming next week and hardcore garbage infects the Women's Tag Team Championship tournament.***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
O'Shea and T.J. react to this past weekend's WWE Survivor Series: War Games PLE and which superstars stood out the most to them. Like most fans, the guys wonder who was "The Man in Black" that interfered with the Main Event. Also, what does the return of Liv Morgan mean for "The Judgement Day"? The guys also discuss Monday's episode of Raw and preview today's episode of AEW Dynamite with the Continental Classic and Women's Tag Team Championship tournaments continuing. Also, O'Shea and T.J. react to how Seth Rollins shared an update on his recovery that you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
WWE Superstar AJ Styles joins O'Shea and T.J. to discuss his legendary career from humble beginnings in Georgia, through his time at WCW, TNA, Ring of Honor, to now as part of the current WWE Tag Team Championship. AJ discusses the favorite matches of his epic career (including against John Cena at Crown Jewel 2025), what he wants to accomplish in the final year of his legendary WWE run, and could a long awaited rematch against CM Punk be in the future? Also, being the avid gamer, AJ reveals his top 5 video games of all-time, and you won't believe how AJ used his 5-year old future brother-in-law to develop "The Styles Clash". Additionally, T.J. and O'Shea give their reactions to John Cena defeating Dominik Mysterio for the IC Championship, Nikki Bella's heel turn, the Kabuki Warriors winning the Tag Team Championship, and WAR GAMES! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Welcome back to REBOOKED! Matt is back this week and we're talking about the big news coming out of Saturday Night's Main Event with John Cena announcing a tournament for his heart... well kind of! We draft who we think the 16 superstars should be that will face off to face off against John Cena in his last match ever... totally not confusing!We also share our thoughts on the latest updates with the AEW Women's Tag Team Championship tournament and the SHOCKING result that wasn't that shocking if you pay attention, unlike GB...ALL THIS AND MORE ON REBOOKED!0:00 - Matt is back!6:00 - YOUR COMMENTS - Favorite Wrestling Monsters10:32 - AEW Women's Tag Tournament begins!18:48 - A Tournament to face Cena27:06 - The Cena 16 DRAFT - Round 136:14 - Round 243:00 - Round 348:00 - Round 457:21 - Honorable Mentions01:02:16 - 24/7 Champion of the Week⏰ Subscribe to the channel to be alerted! https://www.youtube.com/@REBOOKEDWrestling?sub_confirmation=1
Willow Nightingale and Harley Cameron (Babes of Wrath) join Adam Barnard for a special conversation for TheSportster about the AEW Women's Tag Team Championships, Mini Mercedes, the AEW x DC Comics collaboration, and a brand new dance to debut this week on AEW Dynamite.Special thanks to 10th Ward Barbershop - Proudly serving the historic 10th Ward in Lawrenceville and surrounding areas, 10th Ward Barbershop is a full service barbershop offering quality haircuts, beard trims, and hot shaves. Schedule your appointment with Finn Balor and Corey Graves' favorite barbershop today.Host/Executive Producer: Adam BarnardAdditional Production/Narration: Sam KreppsEngineer: Carl PannellIntro Music: Carl PannellOutro Music/Musical Accompaniment: EnrichmentInstagram/X/Threads/Bluesky: @thisisgoober | @fndradiopodA Butts Carlton Media production. Butts Carlton, Proprietor.
In this week's episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner cover these topics:(00:00) Introduction and NFL discussion(03:09) WrestleDream in St. Louis - Joel's live experience(09:51) Jurassic Express vs. Young Bucks(10:56) Statlander vs. Storm(12:35) Mercedes Monet open challenge(13:21) Bandido and Brody King vs. Okada and Takeshita(16:08) Hangman vs. Samoa Joe(17:09) Main event I Quit match - Missouri Athletic Commission restrictions(18:49) Sting's return(21:28) San Antonio Dynamite(24:02) Moxley's confidence crisis storyline(29:34) Repetitive feuds(32:56) Women's Tag Team Championship Tournament announced(36:30) Stantlander vs. Mone set for Full Gear(39:43) Mercedes celebration with Harley Cameron puppet(44:33) Okada defeats Bandido(49:27) Full Gear ticket sales(54:44) Collision line-up(55:26) Next Dynamite Friday in Edinburgh(55:40) Zach Barber email and trivia(1:17:52) Marko Stunt now working as car salesmanBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
It's Thursday, and you know what that means! It is time to walk through those Tavern doors and order up a round of professional wrestling coverage from The Two Bad Chads! This week we talk AEW and all the happenings of the week! Make sure you go to patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for all your Tavern needs!
This week on Two Dudes With Attitudes, Ryan and Denton dive into one of the most chaotic and exciting weeks in WWE — covering SmackDown (Oct 17), RAW (Oct 20), and NXT (Oct 21)!
In this week's episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner cover these topics:(00:00) Introduction and 6-year Dynamite anniversary(03:19) Favorite Dynamite moments(08:04) Hangman Page vs Samoa Joe main event announcement(12:00) WrestleDream injury-forced card reshuffling(14:31) Andrade El Idolo return after WWE disciplinary firing(20:54) Jurassic Express reunion and Young Bucks feud setup(25:00) Mercedes Moné cryptic Florida challenger tease for Title Tuesday(29:43) Toni Storm vs Kris Statlander women's title rematch confirmed(32:19) El Clone debut pretending to be Hologram(37:39) Okada and Takeshita tag team tease(44:49) Kyle Fletcher vs Orange Cassidy excellent match(46:38) Women's Tag Team Championship tournament bracket potential idea(50:16) Darby Allin insane chair crash(53:23) Blood and Guts women's match announcement for November Greensboro show(56:00) Collision in Lakeland, FL card and Title Tuesday Mercedes open challenge(58:30) Zach's comments(1:00:51) Who Am I trivia gameBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
The TNI-UK team of BISON & The Joeker & discuss the major talking points of TNA Wrestling from the last week & review Victory Road! Featuring: - The 1st & last entrants to the Call Your Shot Gauntlet decided last Thursday after Mance Warner defeated Lei Ying Lee - The Hardys vs Team 3D at Bound For Glory will be a Tables Match for the TNA Tag Team Titles - Tessa Blanchard returns to TNA with a vengeance! - October 7th TNA vs NXT in 2 "Survivor Series Style" Tag Team Matches & The Hardys vs NXT Tag Team Champions DarkState, Winner Takes All - Leon Slater vs NXT's Je'Von Evans book for Bound For Glory - Ash By Elegance forced to vacate the Knockouts World Championship - Matt Hardy crashes the FIR$T CLA$$ PENTHOU$E - AAA's El Mesias (fomerly Judas Mesias in TNA) confronts Steve Maclin backstage at Victory Road - The Knockout's Tag Team Championship match between The Elegance Brand (Heather & M By Elegance) & The Iinspiration (Cassie Lee & Jessie McKay) moved to this week's Impact TNA Victory Road Review Featuring: - Zachary Wentz vs Trey Miguel vs Cedric Alexander - The System (JDC, Eddie Edwards & Brian Myers) vs Order 4 (John Skyler, Jason Hotch & Agent 0) - Knockouts Battle Royal, final two competitors challenge for the vacated Knockouts World Title later in the night - The Nemeths vs Matt Cardona & The Home Town Man - Mike Santana vs NXT's Ridge Holland - Moose vs Mustafa Ali - Joe Hendry vs Eric Young - Matt Hardy vs AJ Francis - Tables Match - (Winners from Knockout's Battle Royal) Lei Ying Lee vs NXT's Kelani Jordan (Special Referee Indi Hartwell) - TNA Knockouts World Championship - Steve Maclin vs Frankie Kazarian - TNA International Championship - Leon Slater vs Myron Reed - TNA X-Division Championship All of this plus a look into the news and rumours surrounding TNA Wrestling, this week's Xplosion as well as a look towards this week's episode of TNA iMPACT WRESTLING! Chris Bey Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/chris-bey-recovery-funds #WeLoveBey JoeKer's YouTube - https://youtube.com/channel/UCddtM170Glce-NagWJZgupw or search user @joekerwildeDBJ87 #BISONBYDESIGN Primal Power Gym Wear Check out the BISON's new range of clothes & other gym essentials at http://www.bbdwear.com CONNECT WITH TOTAL NONSTOP IMPACT: Social Media: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/WETALKIMPACT Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/TotalNonstopIMPACT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/WETALKIMPACT Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WETALKIMPACT TNI-UK Bison's Twitter - https://twitter.com/LordBison45 JoeKer's Twitter - https://twitter.com/JOKEmptySpace Steve's Twitter - https://twitter.com/simplysteve311 Craig's Twitter - https://x.com/NetworkStooge Bison's TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@bisonbydesign Craig's TikTok - https://tiktok.com/@limpstaruk TNI-US Jaybone's Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/jaybone5150 William's Twitter - https://twitter.com/williammgardner Streaming Audio: Apple iTunes - https://apple.co/2NpzbqF Stitcher Radio - https://bit.ly/2DjPznT Google Play - https://tinyurl.com/ybh29sfp TuneIn Radio - https://bit.ly/2NreA57 iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/laugeb Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2B1zBeL Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-625858195 Pandora - https://pandora.app.link/07JHdVjfc9 Twitch: twitch.tv/totalnonstopimpact Pro Wrestling Tees: www.prowrestlingtees.com/totalnonstopimpact Spreadshop Merchandise: Featuring Caps, Hoodies, Mugs, & MORE! total-nonstop-impact.myspreadshop.com Connect with us now on our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/WrrUyJF Join our TNI-UK Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/totalnonstopimpactuk #TNAonAXSTV #BTIonAXSTV #TNAWRESTLINGDAZN #TNAWRESTLING #TNAREVOLUTION #TOTALNONSTOPIMPACT #TNIUK #IMPACTED #WeAreIMPACTED #TNITRIBE #TNIArmy #NXT #WWE #NXTNA #BOUNDFORGLORY #TNABOUNDFORGLORY #VICTORYROAD #TNAVICTORYROAD
Welcome back to Wrestling Tonight, your weekly look at the stories shaping wrestling across WWE, AEW, TNA, NJPW, and beyond. Episode 144 arrives at a moment when legacies and momentum converge. WWE has confirmed John Cena against AJ Styles one final time at Crown Jewel in Perth, a meeting that feels less like a simple booking and more like the closing act of an era. Cena's farewell tour has been both celebratory and bittersweet, while Styles has spoken candidly about the end drawing near. This encounter is not about championships but about legacy, and about two icons crossing paths before the curtain falls. In Japan, IYO SKY returns home to face Mayu Iwatani at Marigold's Dream Destiny on October 26. The match is more than a dream pairing. It is a homecoming steeped in personal history and shared rivalries, a moment charged with emotion that underscores just how deeply both women have shaped modern wrestling. TNA continues to walk the line between revival and uncertainty. The Beautiful People's induction into the Hall of Fame at Bound for Glory honors the company's past influence, yet the ongoing Masha Slamovich investigation casts an undeniable shadow. The crossover with NXT has brought fresh attention, but it also raises questions of dependency, leaving many to wonder if TNA's momentum is truly its own or if it remains tied to WWE's spotlight. AEW has finally introduced Women's Tag Team Championships, a long requested step forward for the division. Eddie Kingston's return to the independent scene adds another chapter to his career, while Jazwares extending its partnership through 2026 offers stability for AEW's collectors and branding. Yet the company has also been at the center of renewed debate. Gail Kim's recent remarks about Riho's presentation during AEW's early days drew criticism, while Kenny Omega defended her, pointing to production struggles in AEW's infancy and the rich tradition of smaller joshi wrestlers headlining major events in Japan. The exchange has reignited a wider conversation about how Japanese women's wrestling is understood and respected in the United States. The aftermath of TNA Victory Road and NXT No Mercy continues to ripple. Ricky Saints stunned the wrestling world by ending Oba Femi's dominant reign, Tiffany Stratton weathered controversy to secure a match with Stephanie Vaquer at Crown Jewel, and Je'Von Evans once again stood out as a rising star even as his story became entangled with Josh Briggs. Championships have changed hands, rivalries have reignited, and the path to Bound for Glory is marked by both opportunity and instability. Episode 144 is about moments that appear to be turning points but could just as easily prove to be fault lines. Cena and Styles are closing a rivalry that defined an era, SKY and Iwatani are giving Marigold a showcase that will resonate for years, TNA is testing whether it can sustain true independence, and AEW continues to grow while navigating questions of stability in both its booking and its presentation of women's wrestling. This week reminds us that momentum can be borrowed, but legacy must be earned, and that the matches which endure are remembered not only for the victories but for what they represent when the lights fade. If you enjoy what we do at the Tavern, consider supporting us directly at patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern. Every contribution helps us keep the lights on, strengthen the community, and bring you more of the wrestling coverage you value.
In this week's episode of All Elite Conversation Club, PWTorch contributors Joel Dehnel and Gregg Kanner cover these topics:(00:00) Introduction(02:43) Gregg's passionate defense of AEW against violence criticism from wrestling media coverage(14:57) Joel's analysis of AEW's core identity split between pay-per-view excellence and weekly TV inconsistency(19:51) Darby Allin flamethrower segment(27:00) Dynamite Pittsburgh follow-up coverage and post-All Out directions(33:02) Women's Tag Team Championships announcement as Tony Khan's major reveal(39:21) Orange Cassidy's return setup with Kyle Fletcher TNT title implications(46:38) MJF's emotional promo(52:23) Adam Copeland taking time-off following Beth attack(54:42) Jurassic Express reunion analysis(56:06) The Acclaimed reunion skepticism(59:02) Kris Statlander heel turn is a missed opportunity(1:06:00) All Out buy rate success(1:08:16) Wrestle Dream venue(1:09:36) Collision and Dynamite six-year anniversary show announcements(1:12:14) Zach's email and odd man out trivia part 2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
The boys are back for Episode 106 of On Da Mark Wrestling Podcast, and we're diving deep into one of the most chaotic weeks in wrestling!
Fred & Tyler get together to talk about the ups & downs of an uneven build to this year's Forbidden Door pay-per-view. There's good & bad going on here and they get into it, from an abrupt 180 on the approach to the MJF title challenge to the situation with the Tag Team Championship match. Plus, there's talk about Ospreay & Swerve's reported injuries & the rumors about Chris Jericho's future with the company. Check it out!Subscribe to Fred's Patreon for more of his wrestling writing: https://www.patreon.com/flagrantwrestlingSponsor The Good, the Bad, & the Hungee: https://redcircle.com/the-good-the-bad-and-the-hungee-aew-podcast/donationsOur theme song is Natural Duality by Joseph McDade.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
After a few weeks off, The Dudes are back with another WWE Week In Review, breaking down everything from SmackDown (Aug 8, 2025), RAW (Aug 11, 2025), and NXT (Aug 12, 2025)!On SmackDown, Drew McIntyre steps up as the first challenger for Cody Rhodes' second WWE Championship reign, John Cena shocks everyone by agreeing to face Logan Paul in Paris...but where is Brock Lesnar?! Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair celebrate their Tag Team Championship win from SummerSlam.On RAW, CM Punk and LA Knight kick things off with a fiery promo battle, but Seth Rollins and The Vision close the show by taking them both out. Now a Fatal 4-Way is set for Clash in Paris: Punk vs. Knight vs. Jey Uso vs. Rollins. Plus, Bronson Reed calls out Roman Reigns and calls himself “The Tribal Thief,” and Bayley drops a cryptic promo that may hint at a potential Karrion Kross return? On NXT, The Dark State continue their climb in the main event, and Josh Briggs delivers a promo so awkward the crowd chants to cut his mic off.
Highlights of the show include Jelly Roll wrestling his first match, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss capturing WWE Women's Tag Team Championship, CM Punk defeating Gunther to win the World Heavyweight Championship only for Seth Rollins to cash-in his WWE Money In The Bank briefcase. CONNECT WITH DENISE SALCEDO ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Tik Tok: https://www.youtube.com/denisesalcedo Twitter: https://twitter.com/_denisesalcedoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_denisesalcedo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisesalcedovideos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/denisesalcedo
https://cvvtix.com - Get your tickets for INSIGHT LIVE in NYC with VIP Meet & Greet!Erik (@Erik_WWE) is a professional wrestler currently signed to WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Las Vegas to discuss his return from neck surgery, being in a scary motorcycle accident and being told he shouldn't have survived, winning the Tag Team Championships with Ivar, the name changes that included The Viking Experience and The Viking Raiders, facing Mark Hendry in a match on SmackDown in 2006, being married to Sarah Logan (Valhalla) and when fans should expect her to return and more!Quote I'm thinking about: "Ambition is the path to success. Persistence is the vehicle you arrive in." — Bill BradleyPlease support our sponsors! PURE PLANK: The future of core fitness! Use the code CVV to save 10% on Pure Plank designed by Adam Copeland & Christian: https://gopureplank.com/?ref=tibcloux SEAT GEEK: Use my code CVV for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/CVV Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount TIMELINE: Go to https://timeline.com/insightto get 10% off your order of Mitopure! STASH: Go to https://get.stash.com/INSIGHTto see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures MAGIC SPOON: Get $5 off your next order at https://magicspoon.com/cvv VUORI: Get 20% off your first purchase! Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at https://vuori.com/cvv FABRIC: Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at https://meetfabric.com/CVV ROCKET MONEY: Join Rocket Money today and experience financial freedom: https://rocketmoney.com/cvv HUEL: Get 15% off plus a FREE Gift for NEW customers with the code INSIGHT at https://huel.comMIRACLE MADE: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CVV and use the code CVV to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF ZOCDOC: Instantly book a top-rated doctor today at https://zocdoc.com/insight BONCHARGE: Use the code CVV to save 15% off your infrared sauna blanket at https://boncharge.com/cvv BLUECHEW: Get your first month of BlueChew for free with the code CVV at https://bluechew.com PLUNGE: Get $150 off your Plunge with the coupon code CVV150 at https://plunge.com For more information about Chris and INSIGHT go to: https://podcast.chrisvanvliet.comIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could I ask you to please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcast or Spotify? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests. Follow CVV on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/ChrisVanVlietTwitter: twitter.com/ChrisVanVlietFacebook: facebook.com/ChrisVanVlietYouTube: youtube.com/ChrisVanVlietTikTok: tiktok.com/@Chris.VanVliet
https://cvvtix.com - Get your tickets for INSIGHT LIVE in NYC & Las Vegas with VIP Meet & Greet!Kevin Owens (@FightOwensFight) is a professional wrestler currently signed to WWE. He sits down with Chris Van Vliet in Chicago, IL to discuss his journey from being trained by Jacques Rougeau to main eventing WrestleMania, being Steve Austin's first opponent in 19 years, winning the Tag Team Championships with Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 39, beating up Vince McMahon and busting him open with a headbutt, attacking Cody Rhodes off camera at Bad Blood, bringing back the package piledriver, his hilarious t-shirts, why you should never follow him at the airport and more!Quote I'm thinking about: "When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too." - Paulo CoelhoPlease support our sponsors!PURE PLANK: The future of core fitness! Use the code CVV to save 10% on Pure Plank designed by Adam Copeland & Christian: https://gopureplank.com/?ref=tibclouxSEAT GEEK: Use my code CVV for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/CVV Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountTIMELINE: Go to https://timeline.com/insightto get 10% off your order of Mitopure!STASH: Go to https://get.stash.com/INSIGHTto see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosuresMAGIC SPOON: Get $5 off your next order at https://magicspoon.com/cvvVUORI: Get 20% off your first purchase! Get yourself some of the most comfortable and versatile clothing on the planet at https://vuori.com/cvvFABRIC: Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at https://meetfabric.com/CVVROCKET MONEY: Join Rocket Money today and experience financial freedom: https://rocketmoney.com/cvvHUEL: Get 15% off plus a FREE Gift for NEW customers with the code INSIGHT at https://huel.comMIRACLE MADE: Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to https://trymiracle.com/CVV and use the code CVV to claim your FREE 3 PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFFZOCDOC: Instantly book a top-rated doctor today at https://zocdoc.com/insightBONCHARGE: Use the code CVV to save 15% off your infrared sauna blanket at https://boncharge.com/cvvBLUECHEW: Get your first month of BlueChew for FREE with the code CVV at https://bluechew.comPLUNGE: Get $150 off your Plunge with the coupon code CVV150 at https://plunge.comFor more information about Chris and INSIGHT go to: https://podcast.chrisvanvliet.comIf you have ever enjoyed any of these episodes, could I ask you to please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcast or Spotify? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests. Follow CVV on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/ChrisVanVlietTwitter: twitter.com/ChrisVanVlietFacebook: facebook.com/ChrisVanVlietYouTube: youtube.com/ChrisVanVlietTikTok: tiktok.com/@Chris.VanVliet