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They’re Reviving Something. The Revival Just Brought Something Out Of Mothballs.

March 25, 2019 • Admin

One more for the wrestling historian. The Revival won the Raw Tag Team Titles a little over a month ago and haven’t exactly done much with them. The idea that the Revival is going to bring some sweeping change to the division has long since been forgotten as they’re barely ever able to work the style of match that made them such successes in the first place. However, they did do one thing right. On Saturday night in Amherst, Massachusetts, the Revival wore the classic design for the Tag Team Titles in a title defense. These belts were used from 1985-2002 and were replaced around the time that the company switched over from WWF to WWE. There is no indication that the classic designs will be made permanent, though such a move was made when Cody Rhodes reintroduced the classic Intercontinental Title. Not saying we're the best, but til they find something better we're here, no fear, write me a letter, til then… Tonight, there’s money to be made at #WWEAmherst. #FTR pic.twitter..

Video Debate: Which Match Should Main Event WrestleMania 35?

March 25, 2019 • Admin

There are multiple sides to everything. We’re coming up on WrestleMania 35 and there’s a clear cut main event….in theory. For months, it has been assumed that the Raw Women’s Title match will close the show, but WWE has referred to multiple matches as the main event, leaving some doubt to the answer. WWE knows this and is managing to debate itself on the issue. Which one do you have? Check out a rather fun debate: [This post contains video, click to play] WWE has released a new video in their Head To Head series looking at which match should main event WrestleMania. The video is presented in a debate style between two people, with one arguing for the Raw Women’s Title match (Becky Lynch and Charlotte challenging champion Ronda Rousey) main eventing the show while the other backs the Universal Title match (Brock Lesnar defending against Seth Rollins). The debate is rather lighthearted and humorous, with arguments from both sides. Opinion: I would really hope that WWE does the right..

Video: Watch Jerry Lawler Dance With Rikishi In A Very Nice Tribute To Brian Christopher

March 24, 2019 • Admin

Keeping it in the family. Last year, Brian Christopher, better known as Grandmaster Sexay, passed away at the age of forty six. Christopher was a fairly successful wrestler over his career with his highest level of fame coming as part of the team Too Cool, also including Scotty 2 Hotty and Rikishi. Their dance act was rather popular, and that popularity continues to this day and this weekend in particular. On Saturday night, Christopher’s father Jerry Lawler and former partner Rikishi appeared at a Memphis Grizzlies game for part of their Grind City Wrestling night. Rikishi and Lawler performed the Too Cool dance on the court, with Lawler performing Christopher’s part. Before the dance, Rikishi talked about how Christopher was his friend and Lawler said it would be an honor to take his son’s part. There were other wrestlers in attendance for the evening as well, including the Steiner Brothers and Buff Bagwell. These are some kind words. Check out Rikishi’s speech: [This post contain..

We Missed The Last Dance. A WWE Tag Team May Be Done With Little Fanfare.

March 24, 2019 • Admin

Well they were nice while they lasted. It’s hard to say where things are going to go in the WWE. You might see a person go from a singles wrestler to a tag wrestler to being a manager or almost all points in between. It’s the nature of the business and sometimes someone is a great fit in one area but not so much in the others. At the moment, something that seemed successful might have come to an end. According to Tyler Breeze via Twitter, his team with Fandango, collectively known as Breezango, may be finished. Breeze was asked on Twitter to name a tag team that didn’t get enough love. Breeze responded “Breezan…never mind”, suggesting that the team is no more. Fandango has been recovering from an injury and has yet to make his return to TV. It is currently not known when he will be back or what he will be doing upon return. Breezan….. never mind ? https://t.co/s8hKV9N5ut — Prince Pretty (@MmmGorgeous) March 23, 2019 These guys can look like stars. Check out their appearance on 205 ..

Video: Kenny Omega And The Young Bucks Announce The Location For All In 2

March 24, 2019 • Admin

It worked well enough the first time. Last year, a show called All In was announced and eventually turned into the biggest independent wrestling show of all time. From that show came AEW, which has the potential to take the wrestling world by storm. All In was a huge deal by itself, and since the first one worked so well, it was pretty clear that we would be seeing it again. And now we know where. Kenny Omega and the Young Bucks appeared at the C2E2 convention in Chicago over the weekend and announced that All In 2 would be taking place in Chicago at the Sears Center, the location of the first All In show. There was no other information given, including a date for the show. The first AEW show is Double Or Nothing, scheduled for May 25 of this year in Las Vegas. Here’s the full panel. Check out the announcement plus a lot more: [This post contains video, click to play] Opinion: You can’t blame them for this one as it’s a city where they had a lot of success in the first place. Havi..

Watch: WWE’s Most Epic Wrestlemania Entrances

March 24, 2019 • Admin

Wrestlemania entrances are always some of the best and most iconic of all time. But which ones were the best of the best? WWE has posted a new video on their YouTube channel, in which they show some of the greatest entrances from the grandest stage of them all. You can see the video in its entirety below: [This post contains video, click to play] The entrances shown are as follows: John Cena, Wrestlemania 25 (multiple John Cenas) Shawn Michaels, Wrestlemania 12 (Zip line) Rusev, Wrestlemania 31 (Tank) Triple H, Wrestlemania 33 (Motorcycle) Andre the Giant, Wrestlemania 3 (Transported on a Ring) Sasha Banks, Wrestlemania 32 (Snoop Dogg singing her to the ring) Shinsuke Nakamura, Wrestlemania 34 (Theme played by live guitar and violins) “Macho King” Randy Savage, Wrestlemania 7 (Brought out on a chair carried by several men) The Undertaker, Wrestlemania 30 (22 caskets) Sting, Wrestlemania 31 (Taiko drummers) The New Day, Wrestlemania 32 (Booty-O’s cereal) Hulk Hogan, Wrestlemania 7 ..

Impact Wrestling Results – March 22, 2019

March 23, 2019 • Admin

Impact Wrestling Date: March 22, 2019 Location: Sam’s Town Hotel & Gambling Hall, Las Vegas, Nevada Commentators: Don Callis, Josh Matthews It’s title time as Rich Swann defends the X-Division Title against Sami Callihan, who is ticked off over Swann turning down the chance to join OVE. Other than that we’re likely to get some fallout from Johnny Impact turning heel last week, which is probably best for everyone. Let’s get to it. The opening recap looks at everything going on around here, including Moose beating up the Rascalz, Jordynne Grace becoming #1 contender and the World Title situation. Opening sequence. Moose vs. Trey Miguel Fallout from the Rascalz making fun of their clothes and not getting anywhere with Melissa Santos. Miguel goes for the legs to start and actually pulls off a hurricanrana. Moose gets sent to the floor a few times but a suicide dive won’t even put him off his feet. The second attempt is countered into a release apron bomb but Trey slips out of another o..

Video: Injured Superstar Back In The Ring

March 23, 2019 • Admin

Welcome back. You never know how injuries are going to work in wrestling. Sometimes these things aren’t as bad as others, but there are some things that keep wrestlers out of the ring for a very long time. That seems to have been the case with one of the more high profile wrestlers on the Monday Night Raw roster, but an update over the weekend seems to offer some good news. According to Wrestlinginc.com, Alexa Bliss worked a match at a house show last night last night. Bliss was hosting her Moment of Bliss segment with Natalya when Lacey Evans interrupted and attacked. Nikki Cross made the save, setting up a tag match where Natalya made Bliss tap to the Sharpshooter. Bliss has been out of the ring for a long time, with only two televised matches since October. There is no word on when she will be back in the ring on Monday Night Raw. This has happened more than once lately. Check out Bliss getting in the ring earlier this month in Toronto: [This post contains video, click to play] ..

WWE In Talks To Bring In Major Names For WrestleMania 35 (Yes This Could Happen)

March 23, 2019 • Admin

Ok that’s a big deal. WrestleMania 35 is the biggest show of the year and WWE already has a lot of big stuff planned. They have a ton of matches to get through and it’s not even clear if all the champions are going to be wrestling. Since it’s WWE though, they have a lot of other stuff planned as well. This includes the traditional legends moments and WWE might have something major planned. According to PWInsider.com by way of 411mania.com, WWE is bringing in Hulk Hogan for some undetermined WrestleMania role. This would be Hogan’s first WrestleMania appearance since WrestleMania 31. In addition to this, WWE is considering bringing in Steve Austin, who hasn’t appeared on the show since WrestleMania 32. Hogan’s most recent appearance was at Crown Jewel in November, while Austin last appeared at Raw 25 in January 2018. They’ve done something like this before, albeit with a bonus. Check out this behind the scenes clip before one of the coolest moments ever: [This post contains video, cl..

Jim Ross Reveals That He Is In Talks With AEW

March 22, 2019 • Admin

You had to figure that this was coming eventually. It had been previously reported that Jim Ross will not be re-signing with WWE when his contract expires on March 29. But what will he be up to after that? He appeared on Outside The Lines recently to discuss this topic. It was there that he said that he has been in talks with AEW about joining their brand: “I don’t know, we’re talking. I just haven’t signed anything yet. My people and their people are doing their thing. The only agent I grew up knowing was a State Farm agent in Oklahoma, I got a real agent now, man. So, they’re working on it. I’d like to get into some voice-over work, I’d like to do some… I wouldn’t mind having a radio gig doing college football.” "The only agent I grew up knowing was a State Farm agent in Oklahoma. I got a real agent now man! So, they're working on it…" @JRsBBQ explains what he hopes is next in his career. pic.twitter.com/jCbd4emTpn — Outside The Lines (@OTLonESPN) March 21, 2019 You can see..

There Is A Chance. This Dream Match Could Still Take Place.

March 22, 2019 • Admin

So you’re saying there’s a chance. The Monday Night Wars were one of the most exciting times in the history of professional wrestling. The battle between Monday Night Raw and Monday Nitro became a war among the fans over which company was better. That often meant a comparison of the rosters, with various dream matches being discussed. One of them never came to fruition, but it might not be dead just yet. Sting was a guest at the Liverpool Comic-Con earlier this month and was asked if he would ever come out of retirement. Sting said that he would, though the only possible way would be for a match against the Undertaker. He said that he was hoping for the match to happen during his run with the company in 2015 but the schedules just didn’t click. At the same time though, Sting says that he does not regret the match never happening. Sting officially retired in 2016 after wrestling a handful of matches for WWE. There is no word on if WWE or Undertaker has any interest in the match taking ..

Rumor: WWE Considering Changing Kurt Angle’s Retirement Match?

March 22, 2019 • Admin

This is only a rumor, so take it for what it’s worth. It had been previously reported that Baron Corbin will be Kurt Angle’s opponent for the final match of his career at Wrestlemania 35. However, according to a new report from WrestleVotes, that match may not end up being the case: From a source: Angle vs Corbin is being “reconsidered”. WWE did not expect this type of negative reaction, and thus, they don’t want such a negative feel to Kurt’s final contest. From a source: Angle vs Corbin is being “reconsidered”. WWE did not expect this type of negative reaction, and thus, they don’t want such a negative feel to Kurt’s final contest. — WrestleVotes (@WrestleVotes) March 21, 2019 You can see the video of Angle’s announcement below: [This post contains video, click to play] Editor’s Opinion: From a storyline standpoint, it make sense for Angle to challenge Corbin. The Lone Wolf has been a thorn in The Olympic Gold Medalist’s side since becoming the Constable of Raw, and they h..

Former Impact Knockouts Champion Signs With AEW

March 22, 2019 • Admin

Another one is jumping on board. In the latest episode of AEW’s series “Road to Double or Nothing,” it was announced that former Impact Knockouts champion Allie has signed with the company. You can see the video in its entirety below: [This post contains video, click to play] Allie joined impact in 2013, and has been with the company off and on for 6 years. She had the following to say about joining AEW: “Going forward, I really want to make my mark here at AEW,” Allie said. “I feel like even though I’ve had those opportunities, I feel like now I really want to show people what I can do and I don’t know if I had that chance before.” [h/t to Wrestling Inc. for the transcription] She’s recently been portraying an demonic type gimmick; you can see a clip of that below: [This post contains video, click to play] Editor’s Opinion: I’ve watched Allie a couple of times in Impact and I believe that she is a very talented performer. She is a good actress and can move well in the ring;..

Rumor: They Have A Plan. WWE Is Working On Controlling Size Of WrestleMania Card, Which Matches Might Not Make It?

March 22, 2019 • Admin

Not so long my friend. One of the biggest discussions of the entire WrestleMania season has been how long the show is going to be. With a possible seventeen match card, some fans are a bit worried about the show being longer than it ever has before, even with the two hour Kickoff Show. As it turns out, the fans aren’t the only people who have noticed, as WWE has their eye on the problem. According to Rajah.com’s Twitter, WWE is trying to keep the WrestleMania card at thirteen to fourteen matches instead of the rumored seventeen. At the moment, the matches that could be dropped from the card are the Raw Tag Team Titles, the SmackDown Tag Team Titles and the Intercontinental Title. None of these matches have been announced yet, though with four television shows to go, there is a chance for any or all of them to be announced. Some WrestleMania notes: – Was told that Brutus Beefcake is still scheduled to be inducted into HOF – Corey Graves and Renee Young hosting HOF instead of Lawler – ..

Rumor: This NXT Star Is Likely Moving Up To The Main Roster After WrestleMania

March 22, 2019 • Admin

Another one for the big show. With WrestleMania season in full swing and the biggest show of the year in just over two weeks, it’s time to look a little bit beyond what is already taking place on the main roster. In addition to everything going on with WrestleMania 35 itself, there are also the shows that come after it, meaning a lot of names are going to be moving up to the main roster, possibly including one in particular. According to Wrestlingnews.com by way of Ringsidenews.com, current NXT Women’s Champion Shayna Baszler is being considered for a main roster callup after WrestleMania 35. Baszler is currently scheduled to defend her title in a fatal fourway at Takeover: New York. There is also a possibility that Baszler could be called up without dropping the title, which has been done before. It’s easy to see why WWE would want Baszler on the main roster. Check out one of her better matches from NXT: [This post contains video, click to play] Opinion: This is far from a surpri..

Ring Of Honor TV Results – March 20, 2019

March 22, 2019 • Admin

Ring of Honor Date: March 20, 2019 Location: RP Funding Center, Lakeland, Florida Commentators: Ian Riccaboni, Colt Cabana It’s time for things to get a little weird as we have the post-pay per view show taped before the pay per view, meaning we won’t be getting any kind of fallout. In other words, it’s going to be all about the wrestling and I’m not sure what that’s going to include. Hopefully they have something good here so let’s get to it. Opening sequence. Shinobi Shadow Squad vs. Silas Young/Briscoes Eli Isom and Jay start things off with Eli actually taking over for all of two seconds off a front facelock. A kick to the ribs cuts him down though and it’s off to Mark as the announcers tease spoiling a pay per view that hasn’t happened yet. Cheeseburger comes in and gets clotheslined as we take a break. Back with Young clotheslining Burger as well before handing it off to Mark for a camel clutch. A missed charge lets Burger roll away a few times and the hot tag brings in Isom ..

205 Live Results – March 19, 2019

March 22, 2019 • Admin

205 Live Date: March 19, 2019 Location: Bankers Life Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana Commentators: Vic Joseph, Nigel McGuinness, Aiden English The tournament concludes tonight and we’re going to have a new Wrestlemania match set. This wee will see Cedric Alexander vs. Tony Nese for the right to challenge Buddy Murphy for the Cruiserweight Title in a match that totally won’t be on the Kickoff Show. Other than that, Mike Kanellis is running out of chances to prove himself worthy of being on the 205 Live roster. Let’s get to it. Drake Maverick recaps the tournament before tonight’s final. Opening sequence. Here are the Kanellises for a chat before Mike’s (now with no hair) match. Maria says he’s the greatest wrestler in the world and better than the best. Mike is about to prove everyone wrong, including whoever his opponent is. Mike Kanellis vs. Akira Tozawa Tozawa is a mystery opponent. Mike grabs the arm and is immediately driven into a rope for the break. An aggressive fight ove..

Watch: Sting’s WCW World Championship Victories

March 21, 2019 • Admin

The Icon has that name for a reason. WWE has posted a new video to their YouTube channel in which they show all of the televised WCW World Heavyweight Championship victories by Hall of Famer, Sting. You can see the video in its entirety below: [This post contains video, click to play] The world title victories are as follows: Ric Flair, Great American Bash, 1990 Lex Luger, Superbrawl II, 1992 Ravishing Rick Rude, Spring Stampede, 1994 Vader, Slamboree, 1994 Hollywood Hogan, Starrcade 1997 Hollywood Hogan, Superbrawl VIII, 1998 Diamond Dallas Page, Monday Nitro, 1999 Hulk Hogan, Fall Brawl, 1999 Editor’s Opinion: Watching this video brought back a lot of memories. I remember hearing Jim Ross call matches for WCW back when I was growing up, and understanding what I do now about professional wrestling, it still brings back a great deal of nostalgia. Sting was always one of my favorite WCW superstars, and it’s cool to see WWE acknowledging his accomplishments and I hope that they do ..

Watch: Brock Lesnar vs. The Undertaker From Wrestlemania 30

March 21, 2019 • Admin

The night that the streak was over. WWE recently posted a new video to their YouTube channel in which they posted the full match between Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker from Wrestlemania 30. It was the night that The Beast ended the 21-0 undefeated streak of The Undertaker in Wrestlemania matches. You can see the match in its entirety below: [This post contains video, click to play] From WWE.com: Records are made to be broken. Heroes fall. Legends fade. History is rewritten. We’ve learned to accept these truths about many things in this world, but not The Undertaker’s Streak. It was WWE’s one constant — a decades-long unbeaten WrestleMania run that had never been done before, and will never be done again. Every year, The Deadman would face down a worthy adversary — be it Triple H, Shawn Michaels, his brother Kane — and every year he would add another number to his win column until it stood at a towering 21-0. The Undertaker’s match against Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania was meant..

Photographic Rumor: Two Top WWE Stars May Be Dating.

March 21, 2019 • Admin

Royal Rumbles make for romance? Wrestling is a weird place as you have people running all over the country (and the world) due to how hectic their schedules are. It’s not out of the question to have the top WWE stars working 250 dates a year, which can make for some rough patches as far as having personal lives. It turns out that two people might be able to make it work. According to Ringsidenews.com, Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch may be dating. The two have been seen at a variety of places outside of WWE, along with Rollins showing up at a SmackDown Live house show about 100 miles from his home in Iowa. Neither has made any comment on this and there is of course the chance that this is merely just a coincidence between two people who work together. Everyone out there wondering if Seth and Becky are dating while I'm over here wondering what she's reading on her phone ??? pic.twitter.com/qod2LPYP2m — The Mad Hatter ??? (@FiendOrFriend) March 16, 2019 Becky y Seth son tan li..