Wednesday, January 16, 2019
The Revival Leaving WWE?
- Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp reported today on The Revival’s status with WWE: “Fightful.com learned today that several within WWE were fearful that Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder were finishing up with the company. I'm careful to make sure not to say they outright asked for their releases, as I wasn't told explicitly that's what happened. Instead, I was told ‘has reason to be very fearful that The Revival are done or finishing up with the company’ after a situation unfolded at WWE Raw.”
Here's a link to his story, right here.
Mat Memory- Riki Choshu & Yoshiaki Yatsu vs. Bruiser Brody & Killer Brooks (Japan March 9, 1985)
Ishin Gundan (Riki Choshu & Yoshiaki Yatsu) vs. Bruiser Brody & Killer Brooks - March 9, 1985 - AJPW 85 Gekitoh! Exciting Wars Day 14 - Tokyo, Japan, Ryogoku Kokugikan (11.000) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DNUFtckHO4
Mat Memory- "Playboy" Buddy Rose v 'Killer' Tim Brooks - Dog Collar Match (PNW)
"Playboy" Buddy Rose has nowhere to hide in this bloody, barbaric, ultra-violent Dog Collar Match with former stablemate & Portland Wrestling wild man "Killer" Tim Brooks!! This incredibly rare footage featuring the first ever Dog Collar Match in professional wrestling history (and a hardcore crimson mask, if there ever was one) comes from the NWA Pacific Northwest's Portland Wrestling territory on June 2nd, 1979!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVob-P248-4
Mat Memory- Gary Hart and Killer Brooks Promo (WCCW)
Gary Hart does an on-location promo telling us that he's brought Killer Brooks to WCCW. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcEMaYt7R_s
Cody Rhodes Says AEW Won't Be Hiring Writers Anytime Soon
Over the last week, we've heard many of the names that will comprise All Elite Wrestling's active roster. From Cody and The Young Bucks to Hangman Page and Chris Jericho, the roster is taking shape and fans can expect a solid product in the ring.
But there hasn't been as much discussion about the behind-the-scenes personnel involved with AEW. Outside of Billy Gunn being a producer, we haven't heard much else about the agents, production staff or writers.
There's a good reason for that as Cody Rhodes said that the promotion isn't looking to hire writers any time soon. Cody had an interview with sescoops.com where he said the "wrestlers are the writers" and talent doesn't need to be micro-managed.
"We're talking bullet points, we're talking an overall knowledge of the business, and hey, let them go out and play," said Cody. "Take a look back at the wrestling you and I love. For the most part, they're all grown men and women doing what they were hired to do. They've cut their teeth, they've paid their dues and now they're going to go out there and play their music. I would very much like a presentation that mirrors that. We don't need to micro-manage and we certainly don't need to script a great deal of the product we're planning."
Cody said he has good relationships with lots of available writers/producers out there including Eric Bischoff, Bruce Prichard and Jim Cornette. But for now, he plans on keeping things in-house and let the talent be the driving forces behind AEW Creative.
"This is probably going to be an unpopular thing to say, but I will say it. There won't be a writer hired for All Elite Wrestling any time soon," admitted Cody. "Because wrestlers are the writers. We're the writers. Like I said with guys going out there and playing their own music, believe me – the day comes that I see 'this is something we can really benefit from' – absolutely, but I knew 40 writers in WWE and about four of them actually did anything. The reason I remember them and value them, they helped produce pre-tapes, they were team players, so right now that's one thing we've gotten a lot of questions about. We're keeping it very in-house for now."
Some of this could be due to budget concerns or it could be, as Cody said, many writers don't actually do much to impact the product. As of now All Elite Wrestling has just one event on its schedule with Double or Nothing in May, so there is also not likely a need for a writing team at this time.
Court Bauer Responds To RUSH Being Pulled From MLW Event
Ring of Honor announced that CMLL / MLW star Rush signed an exclusive deal with the company. As a result, Rush was forced to withdraw from his upcoming match against LA Park at MLW's April 4th card at the Melrose Ballroom in Queens, NY.
"This is a match and organization Rush wanted to be a part of but sometimes politics get in the way and that's what this comes down to: politics," said MLW CEO Court Bauer.
MLW has booked Pentagon Jr. to replace Rush against Park at the event in a rematch of an encounter voted on by fans as the match of the year for the promotion. The April 4th card now also has an official title: MLW: Rise of the Renegades. Tickets start at just $20 at MLWTickets.com. There is also a fan appreciate ticket available for $30 that enables fans GA access to both the April 4th and April 5th cards (that's $15 a night!).
EVOLVE Mini-Doc: Gargano vs. Theory
When Johnny Gargano finished his time in EVOLVE Wrestling, Austin Theory was only beginning his professional wrestling career. Juxtapose the time since and while Gargano has achieved success in NXT, Theory argues that he has achieved even greater success in such a short time in a WWN ring. Documentarian Kenny Johnson provides an insightful preview as Gargano and Theory prepare for their meetings in at EVOLVE 119 in Brooklyn, NY and EVOLVE 120 in Queens, NY.
See EVOLVE Wrestling live:
- Jan 18th - Brooklyn, NY
- Jan 19th - Queens, NY
- Feb 15th - Atlanta, GA
- Feb 16th - Concord, NC
- Apr 4th - Queens, NY
- Apr 13th - Ybor City, FL
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5l0j9YPGGw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5l0j9YPGGw
Is Tim Storm Going to Go For Ten Pounds of Gold? | NWA 2019
Recently NWA Worlds Champion Nick Aldis made an offer to former champion Tim Storm to go for Ten Pounds of Gold one more time. It will be a high risk, high reward opportunity for Tim. Nick Aldis left Tim to think about this choice.
As Tim Storm thinks about this offer, he continued his wrestling in his feud with Peter Avalon. That feud started months ago at Championship Wrestling From Arizona and continued during #NWA70 in Nashville.
Tim Storm's legacy as NWA Worlds Champion was a story that drew a lot of fans in. Is he willing to take one last chance to go for The NWA Worlds Championship one last time? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttpjtHT85ic
Billy Corgan and Nick Aldis talking Crockett Cup | Good Day Charlotte | NWA 2019
NWA President Billy Corgan and NWA Worlds Champion Nick Aldis appeared on Good Day Charlotte to talk about the upcoming Crockett Cup event coming to Concord, NC on April 27th, 2019 in partnership with Ring of Honor Wrestling.
In this appearance, Billy Corgan answers questions on his love for professional wrestling, why he bought the NWA (National Wrestling Alliance). Nick Aldis talks about the importance of wrestling in the landmark cities of the NWA including Atlanta, GA.
The NWA and Ring of Honor Wrestling are partnering to return the classic Crockett Cup event to Cabaruss Arena in Concord, NC
Tickets on sale soon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-h1pIAFYSM
Capitol Wrestling - Episode 93: #1 Contender's Fatal Five Way
This Week on Capitol Wrestling TV, the #1 Contendership for the Capitol Title is determined in a Five Man Scramble match! Jimmy Rave, Jaxon Stone, Beau Crockett, Jordan Oliver and Dave Reed duke it out for a shot at the gold. See if Oliver can get another taste of Rave's LSKnee.
Also, DeJuan O’ Neil makes another stop in his #GiveMeSmokeTour and Ariela Nyx’s challenger for February 2nd is announced. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8SqZOqt4CI
Leva Bates (C) vs. Violet Payne - 1/11/2019 - Atomic Bombshells Championship
On Friday January 11th 2019 - Atomic Revolutionary Wrestling held it's 1st event of the year called "New Years EXTREME" at the Space Coast Convention Center in Cocoa FL. The Atomic Bombshells Championship was on the line and saw LEVA BATES (C) vs. VIOLET PAYNE. This match also featured as surprise appearance from DESTINY. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TTWA4jfANQ
Edge & Christian On Why AEW Double Or Nothing Might Have Harder Time Selling Out, WWE In 10 Years
WWE Legends Edge and Christian recently conducted a fan Q&A session on E&C's Pod Of Awesomeness. Among many other things, the former world champions talked about the chances of AEW's Double Or Nothing event selling out and what professional wrestling promotion will be the industry leader in 10 years.
On the subject of AEW's Double Or Nothing, emanating from Las Vegas, Nevada's MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 25, 2019, Christian predicted that the show will sell out.
"I think they will [sell it out]," Christian professed. "I mean, I think they proved they could do it with ALL IN. I think they've stumbled… not stumbled… worked hard for this and I think there's definitely an interest."
Conversely, Edge suggested that ALL IN had the benefit of being hosted in a smaller venue and taking place in the Chicagoland area, known for being ravenous for pro wrestling.
"The only reason I say that with a question mark is because ALL IN was in Chicago [Illinois], which is a [pro] wrestling stronghold," Edge explained. "Yeah, [Las] Vegas is just a little bit different. That's the only reason I question it. And it's a bigger arena. I think they ran a 10,000 seater the last time. This is 17,000+. I hope they do. I really do. And the Jacksons and Cody, The [Young] Bucks and Cody, I love the fact that even if they didn't have this vision from the beginning, they realized to shoot for the stars and give this a try. And then, they run into financial folks like we talked about that are willing to do this with the Khans. It's exciting!"
Edge went on to say that adding AEW to the mix of major pro wrestling promotions is good for the ecosystem of the genre, as monopolies, homogeneity, is always negative.
"Anytime there's a monopoly in anything, I never think it's good," Edge said. "So to see the New Japans, and the Ring Of Honors, and the Impacts, and now the AEWs of the world are either still trying to begin or have already been around. So it's good."
When asked which pro wrestling promotion will be at the top of the mountain in 10 years, Edge predicted WWE would be the leader of the pack, even if WWE Chairman Vince McMahon is no longer part of the equation.
"I mean, WWE [will be number one in 10 years]," Edge declared. "Even if, heaven forbid, something happens to Vince, it's still going to be WWE. I don't think that much can change in 10 years. I don't. That's not to say I don't think there will be other viable and possibly thriving places for people to work, which is great, but I mean, if you're looking at the top of the food chain, I don't think that's going to change."
Christian agreed.
"I think it pretty much goes without saying," Christian laughed. "Yeah, I echo [Edge's] statements."
Tommy Dreamer Discusses Possibly Working With AEW
Tommy Dreamer has wrestled all over the world for various promotions. One of the promotions he is most known for is ECW, one that eventually changed the pro wrestling world. He sees the same thing with All Elite Wrestling.
Dreamer is a big fan of what Cody Rhodes and The Young Bucks are doing with the upstart promotion. He recently was in Cody's corner during his NWA World Title match against Nick Aldis at All In. Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Dreamer discussed a potential opportunity to be a part of AEW, if given an offer.
"I have spoken with Matt and Cody about doing stuff there. I said whenever you guys need me I'm happy to help," Dreamer stated. "Nick and Matt helped House of Hardcore in the early stages, I always saw them as main eventers. If there are any two individuals that, If I had sons, I'd want them to be like them. They are two great human beings. Cody, I've known him since he's a little kid, his father was my hero, my friend. I will do anything for those guys because I love them. They want me there, I'm there, if there's not a spot for me, I get it."
AEW is currently working on Double or Nothing, which is scheduled to take place on May 25th inside the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
IMPACT WRESTLING NEWS
Still no word on an audience number for Impact Wrestling's debut on The Pursuit Channel. The promotion is pushing that if you have an Amazon Prime subscription, you can sign up for Twitch.TV that way for free and watch the series when they simulcast it.
Impact will return to the Rebel Entertainment Complex in April. That will most likely be the location of the next PPV.
Chris Jericho noted on his podcast today that Impact Wrestling made him an offer this past fall but he eventually declined it before signing with All Elite Wrestling.
Impact Wrestling will be doing a media call with Gail Kim later this week.
The promotion is looking at running dates in Philadelphia and Chicago later this year.
For those who have asked, Abyss is said to be really sore from the bump he took wrestling Eli Drake at the Homecoming PPV a few weeks back in Nashville.
Sonjay Dutt will be inducted into the Combat Zone Wrestling Hall of Fame on 2/2 in Voorhees, NJ.
Alpha-1 Wrestling in Canada has announced Impact Wrestling Champion Johnny Impact vs. Ethan Page vs. MJF as the main event of their next show on 2/3:
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