Wrestling Past And Present

Friday, July 19, 2019

Taken from "Bodyslams and Control and Money and Power" which was live from the Frog and Fiddle in Cheltenham. This sleeper match of the year contender snuck in and surprised the live audience in attendance with hard hitting and high flying action!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xsGWKVQvZWI

PCW Ultra MUTINY (Ep. 1)

Happy Friday everyone! What better way to kick off the weekend than with some awesome wrestling action? Today we premiere the debut episode of our new weekly program, PCW Ultra MUTINY! See great high-flying action from TJ Perkins, Adam Brooks, Jake Atlas and Trey Miguel! Brought to you by THAT MEXICAN GUY CATERING in San Pedro, CA Featured this week: PCW ULTRAlight Championship: Jake Atlas (C) vs. Trey Miguel A look at WARBEAST's nearly three-year path of destruction in PCW Ultra PCW ULTRAlight #1 Contendership: TJ Perkins vs. Adam Brooks Executive Producers: Mike Simmons and Grecco Bray Commentary Team: Todd Keneley and Christian Cole Ring Announcer: Dan Masters

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YeQiTdOqAbI

Victory Championship Wrestling 2019 Episode 22

Victory Championship Wrestling 2019 Episode 22 JD Rush vs Deon Murphy Scum Kritter vs Big Smuve Ben Buchanan vs Kavron Kanyon Jay Impact defends the VCW GA Heavyweight Title against Rudy Wristlock

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wcN5FqplRSg

Big B Pro Wrestling Henderson Co. Fair. 7/12/2019

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Q2KFq8DMYQ

Maybe It's Me But I Find This Funny As Hell- Dean Malenko At A Combat Zone Wrestling Show

A mat master having a seminar at a garbage wrestling show.. What's wrong with this picture, LOL!
Dean Malenko will be doing a seminar tomorow from 1-4 p.m. in Hazelton, PA at the Holy Family Academy and another seminar on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the CZW Wrestling Academy in Voorhees, NJ. Both seminar costs are $75. The seminars are open to all pro wrestlers of any experience level.

$304 Dollars For A Pic And Autograph At Summerslam? Get the FFFUUCKK Out Of Here With This Shit

Credit for this goes to Evan Ginzburg as I saw him speaking out about this.

WWE sure has a lot of gall, thinking people are actually going to be this stupid.. (Unfortunately, some people ARE, going to be this stupid) An autograph and photo with Kofi Kingston is $304 ($233 American dollars) at SummerSlam.

No way.. On God's green earth would I pay that much for ANYTHING at a pay per view.. i don't give a damn WHO it is.. To think WWE thinks they're gonna make a killing of this ridiculousness is pretty fucking amusing though. Least they have a sense of humor.

MLW "Pulls A WWE" Concerning Tony Schiavone

They let their wrestlers wrestle elsewhere, BBUUTTT.... HHMMMM.

Court Bauer of MLW on Tony Schiavone's situation: "Unless AEW elects to reach out, Tony Schiavone cannot proceed with AEW or any other company doing anything. I was unaware of him doing the digital stuff until I read it in this week's Observer."

LMAO, Boy Is This Idiot Full Of Shit. Enzo Amore On If He Would Come Out Of Retirement, Compares Himself To Kurt Angle

Only on Fantasy Island would a comparison between you and Kurt Angle be taken seriously, only there. Put the crack pipe down cause you're having some REAL SERIOUS delusions there, jack ass.

Earlier today on Instagram, nZo shared a flyer for Northeast Wrestling that included WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle. In his Instagram post, he said that he and Kurt Angle have a lot in common. Some of his reasonings included they were both champions, both stood in front of thunderous crowds chanting their names, and that they were both retired.

In the post, he also talked about how maybe the promoter Mikey Lombardi could entice not one but both of them out of retirement and then he wrote, one more match twice.

His full quote was, "Well whadda we got over here???! A stacked-card??! Hmmmm..... @TheRealKurtAngle me & you we share a lot in common, ????. 'e've stood in front of thunderous crowds chanting our names, beloved, hated, either way: #Champions. Both of us #Great, and both of us..... #Retired "Oh It's True" ... it's #DamnTrue! .... or is it??? I don't need anybody to twist my Jordan, but perhaps Mikey Lombardi the promoter @northeastwrestling has something enticing enough to get 1 of us... or maybe both of us out #Retirement??? #OneMoreMatch????! #OneMoreMatch!!???? (7:30 p East Wood Field #NilesOhio @northeastwrestling ???? For tix & info visit #NorthEastWrestling.com!)"

nZo did get some backlash for comparing himself to Kurt Angle. One Instagram user wrote, "You're nowhere near close to Kurt's level. Never in a million years." nZo did respond to the comment by saying that he could have won an Olympic gold medal, no problem.

He also made it clear to another user who joked about him not making it on the flyer, that he never said he was coming to the Wrestling Under The Stars event.

Will This Bullshit Ever End? IMPACT WRESTLING OWNER ANTHEM FILES COUNTER-LAWSUIT AGAINST JEFF JARRETT & GWE

I wonder when the idiots at Anthem will realize there IS NO "GWE"... Jeff Jarrett IS GWE, dipshits.

Impact Wrestling parent company Anthem Wrestling filed a counter-suit against Jeff Jarrett and his company Global Wrestling Entertainment on 7/17 in the the United States District Court of The Middle District of Tennessee, while also responding to the latest amended version of the lawsuit Jarrett and GWE have brought against them.

In their response to Jarrett and GWE’s allegations against them, Anthem argued they are the rightful owner of the copyright for Jeff Jarrett and have “acted at all times in compliance with its obligations to maintain that trademark registration”, that Jarrett and GWE granted a license for Anthem to use Jarrett’s name, that Jarrett granted a license for Anthem to use the GFW assets and that Anthem “acted at all times in compliance with that license”, that Anthem has not made any money off their usage of the GFW Amped content, that Jarrett was aware that the masters had been deleted, that there could be no “ no likelihood of confusion between any valid trademark owned by Plaintiffs and the products or content sold by Anthem Wrestling because, among other reasons, the products contained both parties’ marks”, that the look and trademarks of GFW and the “Global Fighting Network” are not confusingly similar (it was not noted the name has been dropped in favor of Impact+), that there is no likely confusion since .”Global Force Entertainment marks are weak and only entitled to a narrow scope of protection”, that Jarrett and GWE have failed to state a claim for unjust enrichment since they were compensated by Impact and that “no action or omission by Anthem Wrestling caused Plaintiffs injury.”

Anthem also cited that Jarrett and GWE were not due a jury trial as they have requested because the term sheet both parties entered into when Jarrett began working for Anthem notes, “EACH OF THE PARTIES HEREBY IRREVOCABLY WAIVES ANY AND ALL RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY LEGAL PROCEEDING ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS SUMMARY OF TERMS OR THE TRANSACTIONS CONTEMPLATED HEREBY.”

Anthem also claimed that “Plaintiffs’ claims are barred to the extent they have, by virtue of their own acts, omissions and conduct, waived any and all claims against Anthem Wrestling” and that Jarrett and GWE’s “unclean hands” should bar them from any relief.

Impact’s counter-lawsuit paints a picture of Anthem’s version of events, noting, “Anthem Wrestling and Mr. Jarrett entered into discussions wherein GFE would merge into Anthem Wrestling in exchange for Mr. Jarrett receiving a seat on the board of managers, an officer-level position with a large salary, a job for Mr. Jarrett’s wife, and an equity interest in Anthem Wrestling.”

According to Anthem, Jarrett would bring his expertise to Impact (which Anthem had just acquired by calling in their loan to Dixie Carter’s company, seizing control when it was unable to pay back the debt) and would bring Global Force Wrestling and GFW brands as well as the raw footage for GFW’s planned TV series Amped!

Anthem’s lawsuit pointed out that the GFW Amped! TV content that was owned by Jarrett and GFE was “not new” and had been taped two years prior at the point they entered into their deal with Jarrett to come on board and had been unable to find anyone interested in monetizing it.

Anthem also claimed that GFW’s footage was basically floating in suspended animation at the time Jarrett came on board with Impact, as Jarrett and GWE had entered into a $292,000 agreement with Kevin Sullivan (who currently works on AEW and Impact video packages) and his company KSTV, LLC to handle all the post-production work needed on the GFW Amped material.

However, according to Anthem’s lawsuit, “KSTV performed the post-production work and turned the raw footage into marketable content but Plaintiff did not make the required payments under the Post-Production Contract. Accordingly, KSTV would not release physical custody of the Amped Content to Plaintiffs because it had not been paid for its services.”

So, the claim is that since Jarrett/GWE could not “consummate” any deals for the GFW footage, they did not have the money to pay KSTV for the GFW work at the time and KSTV was withholding the delivery of the material since they had not been paid.

Anthem claims that their planned merger offered a way “out of this dilemma” for Jarett, noting that Anthem paid $40,000 towards an installment plan with KSTV, LLC in order to get the content released so that the material could be completed and used. Anthem notes that “Jarrett was made Chief Creative Officer of Anthem Wrestling effective April of 2017, and given complete authority over its wrestling operations and the content that the company would create, market, and sell” and under his watch as CCO, “ the post-production work on the Amped Content was completed and was packaged as five different PPV broadcasts and was marketed with both the GFW and IMPACT! Trademarks.”

It is not noted in the lawsuit, but Kevin Sullivan himself was brought back to work for Impact in the production end at this time and would have likely personally overseen all of the work on GFW Amped.

Anthem noted, “The Amped Content was also packaged as DVDs and sold on-line. Also during Mr. Jarrett’s tenure as Anthem Wrestling’s Chief Creative Officer, the company decided to use the phrase “Global Wrestling Network” as a descriptor for an Over-the-Top application developed by Anthem Wrestling upon which wrestling content would be marketed.”

Anthem cited that Jarrett’s employment was terminated in October 2017 and that the planned merger did not “go as planned.” As previously reported, Jarrett later entered rehab with the help of World Wrestling Entertainment, successfully completing a program and has since been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. He now works in creative and as a producer for WWE, occasionally appearing on TV as his old “Double J” persona.

In noting that Jarrett and GWE have existing claims against them, Anthem alleged that all but one of the claims arise from decisions that Jarrett was responsible for making while working for Anthem as Impact Wrestling’s Chief Creative Officer, meaning he would be responsible for everything he is alleging they did to damage GFE and himself.

The lawsuit notes, “Almost all of Mr. Jarrett’s claims arise out of conduct he personally authorized and oversaw during his tenure as Chief Creative Officer of Anthem Wrestling, a post he officially held from April to October of 2017, but performed as a consultant since January of 2017. As Anthem’s Chief Creative Officer, Mr. Jarrett gave both express and implied permission for Anthem Wrestling to use the Amped Content, the Plaintiffs’ trademarks, and Jarrett’s own image and likeness (collectively the “Jarrett Intellectual Property”) as described in the Second Amended Complaint. Moreover, while acting as Anthem Wrestling’s Chief Content Officer, Jarrett participated in and authorized the selection of the trademark GLOBAL WRESTLING NETWORK for use by Anthem Wrestling.”

The lawsuit also alleges that Jarrett broke his fiduciary duty and loyalty to Anthem, citing that Jarrett knew Anthem would rely on “his representations” and work and if he didn’t believe Anthem had the rights to utilize the GFW content while being in charge of them for Impact, he breached those duties. Anthem cited that their agreement with Jarrett “required him to act for the exclusive benefit of Anthem Wrestling and with the utmost good faith in furthering and advancing Anthem Wrestling’s interests with respect to all matters failing within the scope of his employment.”

Anthem argued, “To the extent that Jarrett’s conduct does not constitute the grant of an implied license, Jarrett breached his duty of loyalty to Anthem Wrestling when he arranged for it to use the Jarrett Intellectual Property without giving it the necessary licenses to do so and without disclosing that information to it, thus incurring extensive liability and legal expense for Anthem.”

Anthem is also claiming that when they made the $40,000 payment to KSTV, LLC to free the GFW Amped footage so that additional work could be done to prepare its release via Impact PPV and DVD releases, Jarrett and GWE were aware Anthem expected to be reimbursed for that payment, which did not happen. Anthem cites that this was unjust enrichment (because of GWE’s reduced debt to KSTV, LLC) and that their company has been damaged because of it.

Anthem is requesting, “All damages arising from Jarrett’s breach of his duty of loyalty to Anthem Wrestling, in an amount to be determined at trial, All damages arising from Jarrett’s breach of his duty of loyalty to Anthem Wrestling, in an amount to be determined at trial; The sum of $40,000 plus post-judgment interest as the sum Plaintiffs have unjustly retained by accepting the benefits of Anthem Wrestling’s $40,000 payment to KSTV and any other relief to which Anthem Wrestling is entitled after a full trial on the merits.”

I and I know other sites have reached out to Jarrett and GWE’s legal representation to see if they have any comment on the counter-suit. Should they opt to comment, we will update this article and note the update in the headline.

FORMER MLW CHAMPION TO MAKE 205 LIVE DEBUT THIS TUESDAY(Hope WWE Doesn't Give Him A Lame Ass Gimmick))

I Can already see a cookie cutter weak ass gimmick and weak ass lamely wriiten scripted promos coming for him. Which is sad because he derserves way better than WWE is gonna saddle him with.

WWE has announced the main event of this Tuesday's episode of 205 Live will feature Cruiserweight Champion Drew Gulak vs. Isaiah "Swerve" Scott aka the former MLW Champion Shane Strickland. It would be Strickland's 205 Live debut.

Scott was announced as signing with WWE's NXT system this past April. Strickland, a former MLW and CZW Champion, also worked for the El Rey Network's Lucha Underground promotion as Killshot.

Prior to signing with WWE, Scott had also been a regular for WWE conduit EVOLVE Wrestling, debuting there in August 2018. Scott has been competing since 2009 and recently debuted on WWE NXT TV in the Breakout Tournament.

ACW Proving Ground July 17, 2019

15 Men Opportunity Knocks Gauntlet ... 1:02 [ACW Cruiserweight Title] Faboo Andre vs Bobby Flaco ... 52:19 [ACW Women's Title] Lexi Gomez vs Avery Taylor ... 1:06:44 [ACW Combat Title] Dick Danger vs Danny Vincent . 1:18:53

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=354mXQ-xAuI

Jim Cornette Reviews The Young Bucks vs. Cody & Dustin Rhodes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaYUntPPJUc

PCO VS. Eddie Kingston - Absolute Intense Wrestling

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bf7q3Ci89kI

Rebecca Reece vs Ruthless LaLa vs Sadie Lee Moss vs Kenzie Paige MSWA Womens Title

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DE2EKFitzss

AIWF Mid Atlantic Wrestling- Midatlantic 382

Lodi is in action on this episode, plus from Extreme Content 2019 a Tool Box Match is our main event.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_mtVk9V2cw

WrestlingInc, WWE Get 'Owned' on Not So Hidden 'Hidden Gem'

It's that time again to show how a WWE 'Hidden Gem' is so hidden you can find it right on YouTube. For all the micromanaging they do in WWE they never seem to be able to micromanage this area correctly. Which is why someone like me always gets to put them in their place on it so easily, and so often.

Here's WrestlingInc's report on this ahem.. (cough cough) "Hidden Gem".

Now take a look what happens when one does a search for that same match on YouTube.

Uh oh... Uh OOOOHHH, UUUHHHH OOOOHHHH..

Why watch a clip that the WWE released that only lasts a minute when you can watch the WHOLE match, right here? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6uu34JVrsXE&t=6s

Yeah, The people over at Wrestlinginc haven't been known for being real smart when it comes to this, and WWE? Well if i can't find this so easily, why couldn't they? The dumb asses.

WLW-TV FREE MATCH SATURDAY | Episode #39

On this week's free match Saturday, you'll see Moses take on Derek Stone with a lot at stake! Moses has the opportunity to make a name for himself while Derek Stone wants to continue his quest to become the new WLW Heavyweight Champion and de-throne Jon Webb in the process. In the main event, the #WLW #Ladies #Championship is on the line as the Champion - Stacey O'Brien - defends her championship title against Lucy Mendez from WLW #NightofChampions4! Both of these two ladies want to walk out of Night of Champions as champion, but only one can do it. Who will walk out?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ssL3EUixjuM

Mat Memory- Jimmy Havoc Vs Gene Munny - Wrestling Resurgence - 2019

From our March 2019 show 'This is Spinal Graps', it's That Damn Dirty Dog Gene Munny Vs The King of the Goths Jimmy Havoc! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4L1n9XU260

Aerial Monroe & Darius Lockhart vs Diamante & Serpentico at Hardcore Hunt (FEST Wrestling)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFHpoH5B6wE

Mat Memory- Dory Funk Jr. vs Steve Keirn (Funk Goes Berserk!) (1981 Florida)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-K5bXc5sc4

Rocky Mountain Pro Charged - 7-18-2019

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMNXsPYV_Qk

Thursday, July 18, 2019

ALL TIME GREAT WILL BE MANAGING SHAWN SPEARS IN AEW

All Elite Wrestling revealed on the Road to Double or Nothing that WWE Hall of Famer and founding member of the Four Horsemen Tully Blanchard will be managing Shawn Spears going forward.

Obviously, Blanchard has a long history with the Rhodes family. This is all leading to Cody vs. Shawn Spears at the 8/31 All Out PPV.

You can see it here. https://youtu.be/C8sKy0veFfY

Insane Championship Wrestling - ICW (UK)- "I Told You What Was Gonna Happen!

Paul Robinson brutalized Lou King Sharp a few weeks ago, but will he do the same to Krieger at ICW: Shugs Hoose Party 6 Night 1, on Saturday 27th July at the O2 Academy Glasgow?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1hFWQX6Acs

House Of Bricks Pro Wrestling- HoB Turnbuckle TV Season 4 Episode 18

HoB Turnbuckle TV Season 4 Episode 18 On this week's episode of House Of Bricks Pro Wrestling #TurnbuckleTV, available on the #HoB YouTube channel, Youtube.com/HoBProWrestling, #HouseOfBricks #ProWrestling takes a look at the matches and action that has been signed for this Saturday night at HoB SlamMasters Sat. 7/20 Fairhaven, MA. And in this week's #TurnbuckleTV, MAIN EVENT, from last month's HoB Battlezone 2 6/15/19 Fairhaven, MA, the Southern New England Championship is on the line as Hotshot Deshawn with Kenny B Dunn, defends against the wrestler who has been chasing the Champion and his title, "The GameChanger" AleXraideD(official fan page)! Make sure to LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to never miss an episode of #TurnbuckleTV, every Thursday!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UUnF4tujO8

Mat Memory- VCW - Gino vs. Ricky Reyes - 07.29.2017 (Vanguard Championship Wrestling)

Flashback to the 11th annual VCW Liberty Lottery, where "The Latin Heartthrob" Gino put his Commonwealth Heritage Championship on the line against Ricky Reyes! Commentary by: Blake Chadwick & Jerry Stephanitsis

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RE4fRQRs-Eg

Mat Memory- Pro Wrestling This Week-January 16, 1988 2 of 2 (Jerry Blackwell vs Dick Slater)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXSzXvLRk0A

Chris Jericho Talks AEW, WWE Contract, & Working with Kevin Smith

Collider Live's guest Chris Jericho talks about a variety of topics, including AEW, WWE, music, working with Kevin Smith, and much more.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osojOUFyVxA

ROW's Summer of Champions V (FULL SHOW)

Juventud Guerrera vs Chavo Guerrero Gino vs Rex Andrews (Booker T on commentary) LADDER MATCH for the #1 Contender FLY DEF vs Mik Drake & Devin Devine AQA vs Hyan Mysterious Q vs Ayden Cristiano (Lucha Extrema) JJ Blake vs Van Harrison

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Td1yjcFU7kY

Wrestle-1- NOTICE Episode011

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7lARfMnfLI

Wednesday, July 17, 2019

AEW - The Road to All Out - Episode 01

JR sits down with Shawn Spears to get some answers about his attack on Cody Rhodes at Fyter Fest.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8sKy0veFfY

Mat Memory- Gordon Solie Interviews 'Lucious' Johnny Valiant (1980 Florida)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdV31pHUZzU

Gangrel vs Killgrave - ECPW June 1st 2019 - Sydney Mines, NS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zb00COV5SSU

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

PWCI This Week - #183 Proving Ground Pro

On the program we head out to Havana to check out action from Proving Ground Pro.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTZ-zWJHfe8

zeus vs ryoji sai (All Japan Pro Wrestling From Two Weeks Ago)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mm-cWS5j2WU

Lex Luger on Elizabeth Abuse Allegations

Lex Luger on Elizabeth Abuse Allegations 2 time World Champion "The Total Package" Lex Luger explains what the hoopla was all about regarding the allegations he had abused legendary wrestling valet Elizabeth during the time they were living together shortly before her death while Lex was separated from his then wife and she was newly divorced from the husband she was with after her marriage to Macho Man.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_83LOL__MY

Jon Moxley vs. Taichi | New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) G1 Climax 29 A- Block Full Fight July13,2019

Jon Moxley vs. Taichi | New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) G1 Climax 29 A- Block Full Fight July13,2019

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAjYj4t6zLc

Update on Jeff Hardy's Arrest And John Nord Sentenced For DUI Arrests

TMZ.com reported today that the police report for Jeff Hardy's arrest over the weekend in Myrtle Beach, SC stated that authorities found Hardy unconscious in a stairwell smelling of alcohol when he was arrested on Saturday morning. Hardy told officers that he had been drinking vodka.

Hardy was taken into custody near 1600 North Ocean Boulevard, which is the address of Ocean Enclave by Hilton Grand Vacation. Myrtle Beach PD has the arrest listed as taking place at 11:30 AM.

Under South Carolina law, public disorderly conduct is a misdemeanor. Typical protocol is that the $153 Hardy paid to bond himself our doubles as the fine for first time offenders in Myrtle Beach. Hardy won't be required to appear in court if he doesn't wish to contest the charge. The arrest won't hurt his ability to appear in South Carolina and locally, is seen as similar to a parking ticket. Since he's paid the fine, that's likely the end of the situation unless Hardy wishes to argue the charge.

WWE issued the following statement in regard to Jeff Hardy's arrest: "Jeff Hardy is responsible for his own personal actions."

The Minnesota Star-Tribune reported that former WWF and AWA star John Nord aka the Bezerker was sentenced yesterday to five years' probation, to be placed in restrictive housing and banned from any driving "whatsoever" following a series of arrests for driving under the influence, seven in total, in recent years.

Court records indicate there were 16 incidents where authorities charged Nord with either a felony or misdemeanor over the last decade. The most recent was March 23, 2019, where Nord was arrested for felony for driving while intoxicated/operating a car under the influence of a controlled substance as well as driving after his license was canceled. His license had been revoked after Nord was named “inimical to public safety.” There were six incidents where Nord was arrested for driving after his license was revoked.

According to the Star-Tribune, the prosecution pushed for four years in prison, arguing that Nord "represents a significant public safety threat" as he has continued to drive after his arrests and being ordered not to do so.

Nord's defense attorney argued that Nord, who has been diagnosed with ALS, had been using painkillers to deal with the physical and mental damage his work as a pro wrestler has left him with, is currently in treatment for his issues and for the rest of his life, will need to live in an assisted-living facilities.

Hennepin County District Judge Jay Quam noted that Nord's sentencing was hard to make a decision on, commenting, "Life has handed you a lot of special things On the other hand, it's taken away a lot of what makes you you."

Nord, 59 years old, was trained by Eddie Sharkey and wrestled for a number of promotions, including the AWA, World Class Championship Wrestling, All Japan Pro Wrestling and the Pacific Northwest territory. He had a run in the early 1990s in the WWF as The Bezerker, the character he is probably best remembered for. He was among the former professional wrestlers who filed a class action lawsuit against WWE with allegations the company had hid the potential of CTE (which had not been discovered at the point Nord worked for the company) and other potential head trauma from the talents they contracted. That lawsuit had been dismissed, but an attempt to appeal that decision is currently making its way through the courts.

Nord is required to return to court in three months to show an update on his personal progress.

Monday, July 15, 2019

Wrestling Panel with Dustin Rhodes, Ric Flair, Kevin Nash and Scott Hall

June 15th, 2019 at Greater Austin Comic Con saw 4 Wrestling Legends sit down, tell stories, answer questions with the live audience. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voOGrKGJfBs

TNT Extreme Wrestling (UK)- The Kings will defend their turf

The home town heroes, the Grizzled Young Veterans, return to TNT on the 1st of August. The rulers of the kingdom return to TNT since beating The Purge to become the first ever TNT Tag Team Champions. In what could almost be classed as a local derby, who takes away the bragging rights, and the TNT Tag Team gold? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nb4Kw5GNFig

EP139 (Ox Baker Remembered) | Dave Dynasty Show podcast

This episode we remember OX BAKER and discuss his career including several classic audio clips!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZhzyDmANHA

MLW Fusion Episode 66: Hart Foundation vs Dynasty Ladder Match

This week on FUSION MLW enters an unexpected new era with CONTRA Unit in control of the World Heavyweight Championship. What’s next for the reigning World Heavyweight Champion Jacob Fatu? Find out as the global dealers in violence continue to seize power and influence in Major League Wrestling. After stealing one of the World Tag Team Titles last month, the Dynasty’s MJF and Richard Holliday may have baited the Hart Foundation into a title bout but are they ready for the carnage of a ladder match? The world will find out as the Hart Foundation battles the Dynasty in the main event with the championship gold hanging high above the ring in a much-anticipated ladder match! Empresaria Salina de la Renta is teasing that she will possibly elaborate on the dirt she has on Konnan. What could the Puerto Rican powerbroker be up to? Promociones Dorado may also want to be on the lookout as the summer of the Southern Psychopath continues. Ol Mancer has vowed to raise some hell on this week’s Fusion. “The Lone Wolf of Brooklyn” is on the prowl will be in action as Low Ki takes on All American amateur Ariel Dominguez. Will the knockout artist claim another victim? Tune in to find out. The summertime rivalry between Air Wolf and Ace Austin as the dynamic middleweights square off in a rematch. Will the Atlantic City native Austin have a wildcard up his sleeve as he looks to avenge his loss to the 19-year old masked sensation Air Wolf? Matches: • Ladder Match for the World Tag Team Championship: The Hart Foundation (champions) vs. The Dynasty’s MJF & Richard Holliday • Ace Austin vs. Air Wolf • Low Ki vs. Ariel Dominguez

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCHkoWTrzSk

Destination Milwaukee Opening | AAW Pro

The amazing opening to Destination Milwaukee that aired at the beginning of the event at Turner Hall. by Rob Malinowski https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wM2XYp6HZvY

So.. I Watched Fight For The Fallen...

Fight For The Fallen review.

I don't know the results of this ahead of time as i didn't bother to go look, so this is written as I'm watching it.

Peter Avalon vs Sonny Kiss- I guess I'll have to be the asshole here because if these matches all have this acrobatic gymnastic bullshit in them, I'll be doing alot of fast forwarding, that's for sure. While as a fan i could get into Avalon as a heel. I'm one that is old school and a stickler for, why is the match happening? Something leading up to it, an actual 'reason' would be a hell of a concept, a concept that when AEW's TV gets going that they'll embrace so people can have a reason to get behind the talents and the 'reasons' why the matches are happening.

That being said, Sonny winning I didn't expect. Was hoping more of Leva Bates interference leading to Avalon winning. Match was short and after the initial few minutes of the gymnastic stuff, it came across good. I could see a feud coming from this that if it was done right, or done at all I could get into.

Britt Baker and Riho vs Sshoko Nakajima and Bea Priestley- This, is a breath of fresh air watching. Actual wrestling holds, chain wrestling.. very nice level of 'selling'.. Such a solid match and this was on the preshow no less.

MJF, Sammy Guevara and Shawn Spears vs Darby Allin, Jimmy Havoc and Joey Janela- This was good in some parts but it all comes down to everyone has to get their little spots in to 'wow' the crowd. Along with me asking myself 'why do I care about either team? Hopefully there'll be a feud or something built off from thi, Like Spears vs Allin.. If not, it becomes another one of those pointless just t fill in time matches that after the match, nobody's gonna care about, or even remember t a week from now. and oh yeah, Janela giving the camera the finger and saying "fuck you Cornette" when he's supposed to be 'selling' being hurt on the outside? Uh yeah, ok. If there ever was an example of how bad current guys 'sell', that would be a god one, right there.

Brandi Rhodes vs Allie- If you're looking for say Sherri Martel vs Candi Devine, thus wasn't it, but it told a story. And with Awesome Kong at ringside, the classic interfering was there so it worked well. The build up for this match especially by Brandi was solid as well. So you knew something going into this. Aja Kong coming out after the match to build up a Kong vs Kong match was excellently done.

Dark Order vs Jack Evans & Angelico vs Jungle boy & Luchasauras- Well what do you know, an actual 'reason' for having a match. A goal for the winners. But I'm still with this "Why am I supposed to care" about any of these teams? Why should I be invested in them, let alone care which one moves onto the first round bye goal. WWAAYY too many of these spin kicks for my liking, and WWAAYY too many of these close two counts as well. Made me lose interest and no longer care now.

At this point it's pretty much "AAHH" when it comes to my opinion of AEW. I'm not seeing all the over hyped hoopla about it. I can name half a dozen indie groups that from start to the finish of their shows I like more.

Kip Sabain vs Hangman Page- Two guys who I haven't been able to get into before this are now facing each other. This is the kind of match I walk away from usually and make something to eat, take a piss, something. Nineteen minutes of this and I got sleepy waiting for it to end. I'm sure there's others who saw it different than me but I'm writing how I saw it. U figured fast forwarding would be a cheap way out so I suffered thru it and almost fell asleep to it. That's what happens when you have two guys you care for facing each other. The only highlight I enjoyed was Chris Jericho coming in the ring after the match. Oh yeah, Sabian wasn't the first guy to have "Superbad" as his nickname. The late Steve Bradley did it first.

SCU vs the Lucha brothers- Alot of spot fest stuff and way too many super kicks, as well as too many of this roster using the clothesline.. Guess doing moves that make you stand out as an individual is a lost art when it's just better in some way to have three dozen guys all doing the same moves. I should've hit fast forward on this as well.

Kenny Omega vs CIMA- This was a real solid match. I'm not familiar with CHIMA and Omega, there's some matches of his I like and others I could care less for. But this match told a solid story in the ring. The only thing and it's been a theme all show. way too many close two counts. When every match has this theme it doesn't 'feel' special anymore.

Cody & Dustin Rhodes vs The Young Bucks. The build up for this was as text book excellent as you can get. I'm not a fan of the Young Bucks, not at all so as a 'fan' there's the team I want the Rhodes brothers to fuck up. Alot of the typical gymnastic moves that the Bucks are known for, which of course for me is a huge turn off. BUT, it's not as bad as it usually is in their matches.. But on the flip side there's alot of that classic style of what tag team wrestling is supposed to be about here as well. The selling of matt jackson has been better than anything I've seen anywhere in the major feds in years. THIS, is what 'selling' is and alot of current era wrestlers need to watch this, and take notes because this is how it's done. But later in the match that theme of too many two counts came into play. Why people think that's so great I have no idea.

In the end AEW isn't bad but not 'all that' either.. A step above Impact Wrestling but not worth all the hype and hoopla the internet marks have been putting out.

Harley Race Hospitalized

WWE Hall of Famer and former NWA World Champion Harley Race, 76, is currently hospitalized.

Race, who has been battling lung cancer, was scheduled to appear over the weekend at the Knoxville Fan Expo convention but "showed some signs" he needed to be checked out prior to traveling to Knoxville. After being checked out, the decision was made to hospitalize Race.

Nice Of PWInsider To Post News Saying " click here" But Have No Links To Click On, LMAO!

Four people messaged me about this, and I can't stop laughing about it.

There it is.. No links.. Guess Michael Johnson forgot if you're gonna do a post saying 'click here' the least you could do is HAVE SOMETHING for them to actually click, LMAO!

"Top notch" Five Star stuff here, I tell you. :)

Mat Memory- ECW Wrestling 10/12/93 Sullivan Snuka Muraco vs Abdullah Funk Smith

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdCYn0RoOHE

Mat Memory- ECW Wrestling Terry Funk vs Superfly Jimmy Snuka 7/20/93

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfHlLu3tLyk&t=204s

Eli Drake's First One-On-One Match in the NWA! (2019)

Eli Drake shocked the world by signing with the National Wrestling Alliance and debuting as Nick Aldis Tag Team Partner at ROH's Best in the World. Eli Drake was sought after by every. major promotion but he chose to come to the NWA and there is one reason. It's the prestige and heritage of the Ten Pounds of Gold. In this first match in the National Wrestling Alliance, Eli Drake takes on Grizzy Redwood. Eli not only sends a physical statement but also calls his shot on what he wants to do in the NWA!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7jzZrIG9rw

Pro Wrestling Australia- PWA Behind the Label Episode 3 - All Eyez on Troy Recap!

On the road to Call to Arms, we take a look back at our last event, All Eyez on Troy as we head backstage to talk to the competitors right after their match ups along with match highlights and more!.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtrsI74IIvA

Sunday, July 14, 2019

NEW Evolution Wrestling Superbouts (E74) - "Saltwater Savage" Andrew Hawk vs Cameron Stevens

In the latest edition of NEW Superbouts.... The "Saltwater Savage" Andrew Hawk heads to Whitbourne NL, just one day removed from a vicious street fight with Scott Humphries, to battle NEW newcomer Cameron Stevens.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqKs0ahfvLU

Pennsylvania Premiere Wrestling- PPW High Voltage - Episode 93

On this week’s episode of PPW High Voltage, “The Hungarian Hero” Laszlo Arpad takes on Adam Chandler "the Great” in singles action. Undeniable’s Andy Header takes on Mantequilla in singles action. And in other action, Mercedes Martinez defends her PPW Women’s Championship against the first ever PPW Women’s Champion, Allie Recks. All of this on a new episode of PPW High Voltage, every Sunday at 8pm on PPW Youtube, PPW Facebook and WYLN-Hazleton. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lishMqOqFmM

PowerBomb Wrestling 07/14/19

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0aI2Cv7ub8

Reality of Wrestling TV: Episode 255

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYQJRZt83Ig

Continental Championship Wrestling - July 13, 2019

After winning the WrestleMerica title last week, Mikel Judas attempts to take the Bulletproof title from Pain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGsQ_lpEL98

Smash Wrestling Episode 103 - Smash Wrestling Championship - Kevin Bennnett vs The Muscle

Episode 103 of Smash Wrestling Smash Wrestling Championship The Muscle with Violet lee vs Kevin Bennett (c) Kyle Boone vs Holden Albright Tag Team Invitational Semi Final Super Reversos vs Kill/Screen Sebastian Suave vs Markus Burke Tag Team Invitational Semi Final The Philly And Marino Experience vs TDT

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5P865Ibw7c

Insane Championship Wrestling - ICW- Kings Of The North Hype Video "The Last Thing You Wanted Was Our Attention!"

The Kings Of the North are back at ICW: Shugs Hoose Party 6 Night 1, on Saturday 27th July at the O2 Academy Glasgow, and they're planning to make Aaron Echo & Kieran Kelly suffer!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WgkX0MXi54A

FULL SHOW: RISE: Point At The Sign II 👉 - Brudenell, Leeds (UK)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mf4ZIS2pJOo

Funny How Melzer, PWInsider, WrestlingInc, etc Missed This- Opponents MVP & LA Park break up crowd fight (7-11-19)

Pay attention, as the first fan punch is thrown about a second into the video in the right corner. WCW star LA Park & WWE star Montel Vontavious Porter (opponents in a 6-man tag team match) then break up the fight in the crowd and proceed to resume fighting one another in Mexico City, Mexico.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaJBU2_Ag64

FULL CARD: MMWA Wrestling | South Broadway Athletic Club - 6/8/19

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Um7Mi_i2Z9s

Bruce Prichard shoots on Dan Severn leaving the WWF

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsRXUAicNps

John Morrison vs. Rich Swann (3-9-19) (Wrestling Revolver)

WWE & IMPACT stars collide as John Hennigan a.k.a. Johnny Impact a.k.a. Nitro a.k.a. Mundo takes on Rich Swann.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBNh8y-SlQA

AIWF Mid Atlantic Wrestling- Midatlantic 381

The Fear Factory puts the tag titles on the line against Sinn Krowley, and Scrapyard Dog. In the main event Mickey Fulp, Michael Spencer, and Rocky Webster go to war with the Pink Gang.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=olnqGPrBd6I

MJF Injured?

MJF may have been injured last night. Inspire Pro Wrestling in Austin, TX said that MJF would be missing today's show due to a severe elbow injury. We haven't gotten anything confirmed from the AEW side. He is their Pure Prestige champion and they announced Ricky Starks will face an opponent to be named to determine the new champion.

Saturday, July 13, 2019

Mitchell's FURIOUS Reaction to Monster's Ball at Slammiversary! | IMPACT! Highlights July 12, 2019

Father James Mitchell is FURIOUS with the outcome of Monster's Ball at Slammiversary and he's got a message for warning for the entire Knockouts Division!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0k021C6N2_s

Pennsylvania Premiere Wrestling- Evander James vs. 2 Cold Scorpio vs. Samuel Adams vs. Desean Pratt - PPW Aftermatch - May 18, 2019

The PPW Heavyweight Championship is on the line as newly crowned champion Evander James takes on Samuel Adams, 2 Cold Scorpio and the PPW Golden Ticket holder Desean Pratt. James tries to defeat the odds and great competition in keeping his PPW Heavyweight Championship.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEkzXrVKz70

Rocky Mountain Pro- RESPECT Women's Wrestling Volume 6

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg-zmS8BSvY

AEW Fight for the Fallen

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ox7k8rK3zAo

Dustin Rhodes Talks Differences Working A Match In AEW Than WWE

Over the span of a 30-year career, there have been a handful of matches that really stand out for Dustin Rhodes, f.k.a. Goldust. The latest is his brother vs. brother showdown with Cody at AEW's Double or Nothing.

Rhodes talked about the other matches in his career that are a cut above during an interview with Sports Illustrated.

"Here's the deal, by the end of 2015, there were three matches that were my tops. As soon as we did The Shield vs. The Brotherhood in 2013, that took the first spot," revealed Rhodes. "But before that, there was the War Games with Sting's Squadron vs. the Dangerous Alliance in 1992 and the WrestleMania XII match against Roddy Piper. That match was number one with me for a long time because it put me on the map as Goldust. It was before its time and it was legendary, the Hollywood Backlot Brawl, and it did a lot for me.

"It was one of the key moments that skyrocketed my career, but personally, this match with Cody has topped them all. I could quit happy now if I wanted to. There is nothing I could do to top what I did with Cody at Double or Nothing. Cody is a tremendous talent with an unbelievable mind, just like dad had, and he's quite the performer. He's quite the force to be reckoned with, and watching him and seeing the way he reminds me of dad, it's amazing. Along with Randy Orton, I always considered myself one of the smoothest workers in the business. But Cody is also so smooth. He can create magic, but you need a partner to dance with. I was his partner, and he was mine. We went to the dance, and we knocked their socks off. What a time to be a wrestling fan, to see that and go back in time and see how the old school way still gets people invested in their stories.

"There weren't 30 writers for this match, people who are just a bunch of 'yes men' scared to death of a man. There was a small group, and that's all you need to create a magical environment. That environment was such a difference from where I came from, and it was a pleasure to be around them. AEW is going to skyrocket, and they already have their fan base. I'm glad they're there."

Rhodes spent most of his career with WWE including six different stints, the last of which ended earlier this year. He has lots of knowledge of the promotion which could be useful for AEW and he was asked what specifically AEW can learn from WWE.

"Cody's been there and learned a lot over 10 years. Plus, the fact you have Jon Moxley and Chris Jericho and myself, we can show the young kids how it is to be on TV and how to do this on a television basis. That's a lot different than live events. There are cameras, it's live, there are commercial breaks, and you've got to learn the process. But they'll learn quickly," said Rhodes.

"I'm very excited to see them team up with Tony Khan. The less hands in the kitchen, the better it's going to be. If you keep this circle small, it's going to be great. I have nothing but positive thoughts for AEW and their future."

While WWE has gone great lengths to avoid acknowledging AEW's presence, it's clear that they are aware of their new competition. Rhodes was asked if people in WWE are paying closer attention to AEW than other wrestling promotions.

"Without a doubt. Double or Nothing, top to bottom, was a great show, and it put them on notice," stated Rhodes. "I really believe that my match with Cody made them say, 'They mean business.'

"They've been around a long time, and Vince knows how to run a business. That's what he's done forever. They're going to be around, they're not going anywhere. AEW, we have to focus on growing our own brand. This is a brand to be reckoned with, and I want everyone to know it."

JEFF HARDY ARRESTED.. WWE Statement On Arrest As Well

WWE star Jeff Hardy, 41, was arrested this morning in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina for public intoxication and impairment.

Hardy was taken into custody near 1600 North Ocean Boulevard, which is the address of Ocean Enclave by Hilton Grand Vacation. Myrtle Beach PD has the arrest listed as taking place at 11:30 AM this morning.

Under South Carolina law, public disorderly conduct is a misdemeanor. It carries a fine of not more than $100 and a jail term of not more than 30 days.

Hardy is not currently in custody. He has already been released on $153.00 bond and is slated for a hearing on Monday 7/22.

Hardy has been out of action following a knee surgery earlier this year.

TMZ.com was the first to report the news of Hardy's arrest.

WWE issued the following statement in regard to Jeff Hardy's arrest this morning: "Jeff Hardy is responsible for his own personal actions."

In regard to Hardy's arrest this morning, we are told by someone familiar with the Myrtle Beach Police department that the $153 Hardy paid is the fine for first time offenders in Myrtle Beach. Hardy won't be required to appear in court if he doesn't wish to contest the charge. The arrest won't hurt his ability to appear in South Carolina and locally, is seen as similar to a parking ticket and since he's paid the fine, that's likely the end of the situation unless Hardy wishes to argue the charge.

Appalachian Mountain Wrestling- AMW-TV Episode 149: July 13, 2019

AMW Television 149: We catch up with Ace Jackson, John Noble and AMw Champion Stan Sierra Also see for the first time ever Kyle Maggard vs world traveled Jeremiah Plunkett in a Scramble Match in the AMW Southeastern Championship Tournament.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zrf4NuqYnVU

ACW (Florida) Proving Ground July 10, 2019

Janai Kai is Ready for a Port Richey Street Fight ... 0:01 [Opportunity Knocks Gauntlet Qualifier] Robert Martyr vs Demarkus Cutler vs Jarett Diaz vs Steven Frick ... 3:11 Kidman & Perez are not backing down ... 10:38 [Opportunity Knocks Gauntlet Qualifier] Jackson Duvalier vs Wheezy T vs Victor Vences vs Speedy Ricky ... 12:03 [Opportunity Knocks Gauntlet Qualifier] Dexter Beckett vs Zach Cooper ... 22:22 [Opportunity Knocks Gauntlet Qualifier] Aaron Epic vs Cyrus Satin ... 36:41 [WNC FL Championship Match] Sage Scott vs Gabezilla ... 54:34

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7zrr225BeY

DDT (Japan) Video 7-14-19

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDmWZ2cjWSM

Friday, July 12, 2019

UPDATE 7-18-2024 :My Story Concerning Meltzer Not Seeing What I Saw On Brian Cage... Struck A Nerve, LOL

UPDATE 7-18-2024

Updated the link that referenced the story.

For those who may have missed it here's the story I posted earlier on Dave Meltzer missing the obvious on his own posting of his "Daily Report" today. https://wrestlingpastandpresent.blogspot.com/2019/07/since-dave-meltzer-cant-see-obvious.html

I'll show the shots here as well. First here's the announcement from Defy Wrestling.

And here's the shot from Meltzer's web page.

But you see there's more.. Not only is Cage 'not too injured' to Work a street fight match against Michael Elgin a week before the DEFY shows he cancelled out of.. He worked for BAR Wrestling last night and is working for them again, TONIGHT!! Since proof is a mother fucker and I always have the proof, here's proof.

So the 'injured' excuse from DEFY on why Cage isn't appearing is weak at most. Especially when Cage is working elsewhere last night, tonight and a week from the DEFY shows.

And now THIS.. Is where I struck a nerve. :)

Someone representing DEFY saw my story and trued to defend the 'injured announcement. But in the conversation gave me even more evidence that the announcement by DEFY was bullshit by telling me Cage was wrestling for BAR Wrestling. I mean how dumb was that? You try to defend the announcement yet give me more ammunition that validates what I wrote to begin with? What kind of idiot does that? Well... This idiot right here. Have a look.

And obviously what I wrote isn't as full of shit as this guy tried to claim because when I said to DEFY "I wonder what the fans who bought tickets will think knowing he's wrestling elsewhere,. but is ahem.. 'too injured' to wrestle for your company"?

THIS.. Was DEFY's response to that question.

Oh yeah, there's this last thing too. The clown that tried to defend the DEFT announcement but then gave me more to add to this story? Tried to slick and make a crack about how many 'followers' I have on Twitter (ASSuming that was my only platform. As you'll see, ever since I put him in his place. He's been silent.

Nothing like facts and proof to put a guy in check.

Too bad we'll never know what the real story is. But seeing as I got blocked by DEFY when I asked about how the fans who bought tickets would feel.. Obviously it appears by their action of blocking me, there's something they appear to be trying to hide.