CHARLOTTE, NC (January 8, 1984) -- Chief Wahoo McDaniel and Buzz Sawyer meet The Road Warriors in the tournament for the NWA World Tag Team championship.
Friday, December 4, 2020
LAS VEGAS-BASED INDEPENDENT WRESTLER ARRESTED IN CONNECTION TO SEX CRIMES AGAINST JUVENILE
Sexual Assault Suspect Arrested Detectives Seeking Additional Victims
On November 25, 2020, LVMPD detectives arrested 33-year-old John Washington in connection to sex crimes committed against a juvenile. The investigation revealed Washington may have had access to additional victims. Anyone who may have been a victim of Washington or has information about his crimes, is urged to contact the Sexual Assault Section at 702-828-3421. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 702-385-5555, or on the internet at www.crimestoppersofnv.com
Washington is well known as Las Vegas-based independent professional wrestler Owen Travers, who last wrestled this past March. In recent years, he had been a regular for Future Stars of Wrestling in Las Vegas in the ring and behind the scenes but had been cut off by the promotion months ago amidst rumors of a legal issue, which obviously has been confirmed by his arrest.
Court records indicate Washington has been charged with several counts of sexual assault against a child under the age of 16, lewdness with a child under the age of 14 and lewd acts committed by personal over 18 with a child 14-15 years of age. He is scheduled to appear in court on 12/17.
Washington originally broke into the business in the Mid-West under Truth Martini in 2013, but had been Southwestern-based in recent years. He worked enhancement matches in the past for WWE and Impact Wrestling and in 2015, received a Ring of Honor tryout but was not hired.
Thursday, December 3, 2020
Gino Medina vs Zack Mason Reality Of Wrestling
This taping was filmed outdoors in the parking lot of the World Gym Arena in Texas City, TX and followed the Texas Covid Regulation of Social Distancing, Masks Required in not in your group and testing our athlete's & staff.
DAVEY BOY SMITH JR. IS GONE FROM MLW
Following last night's FUSION, Court Bauer participated in a media call to discuss the show and a variety of topics.
Watch the new episode of Fusion on demand: https://youtu.be/48m07qcJ9w8
Watch MLW's flagship weekly series, FUSION, Wednesday nights at 7pm ET, available on YouTube, Fubo Sports, Pluto TV. Learn more about where to watch.
Davey Boy Smith Jr. failed to advance in tonight’s Opera Cup. What’s his status with MLW?
CB: Davey Boy’s exit in the opening round of the Opera Cup marks the end of this chapter for DBS in MLW. I have immense gratitude for (Davey) and his contributions inside the MLW ring over the past 2 ½ years. The MLW system was a great fit for him. Winning the 2019 Opera Cup as well as his run as a World Tag Team Champions. A real certified beast. Davey Boy Smith Jr. is the real deal and I wish him luck with whatever comes next.
With Davey's spot on the roster opening up, there will be a familiar face arriving soon to fill it. I'm a little surprised it hasn't leaked yet. This one is a big surprise.
How will the semi-finals work?
One semi-final match per week. Next week it will kick off with Low Ki and (Richard) Holliday.
Can we expect to see Laredo Kid again in MLW?
Yes, Laredo (Kid) is going to be in the mix on a regular basis. We may even see the AAA title defended.
Any further comment on the promotion MLW is in talks with that you alluded to earlier this week on Twitter?
(Laughs) Which one? In all seriousness, I think we all see a world war of sorts brewing. I can’t say anything right now but hope to be able to say a lot more before the end of the year. We’ll see.
Can you tell us how Mads Krügger figures into MLW moving forward?
With The Restart signaling the return of MLW, CONTRA needed to revamp and I think that starts with Mads Krügger. That’s a pretty impressive deterrent and weapon.
What are the numbers like thus far for FUSION?
Fubo is very happy and we were once again at the top (of the ratings) for beIN. On YouTube we’re way up compared to where we left off in the Spring. We’re waiting on DAZN data for episode 111 but the restart episode destroyed all of our prior episodes in terms of viewers.
In a nutshell: we’re growing and getting more eyes on the product. But I’m never satisfied with what we just accomplished. I want more, which is why we’re continuing to talk with different networks and services about expanding our programming footprint domestically and abroad. More eyes, more awareness. This is my mantra.
Can you share who you’re in talks with?
No, but I will say we’re pretty deep in talks in the cable and streaming space. If and when a deal gets done, we won’t be shy about sharing the details then.
When do you expect Hammerstone back in the ring?
We hope to know more on that in the next week or two. Hammer wants back in yesterday. If it was up to Hammer, he’d just power through it and be in the ring every week.
What’s the status of the Lio Rush/Myron Reed championship match?
We’re working on it. Lio’s team feels very strongly about certain terms being met. Again, we’re working on it.
When is the next big special?
That will be Kings of Colosseum. We’ll have more on that on next week’s FUSION.
NWA American Championship Wrestling From Florida 1986
NWA American Championship Wrestling From Florida 1986 #2 Mike Graham vs. Ed Gantner & Sir Oliver Humperdink in a "Handicap Match." Ed Gantner interview. Scott Hall vs. Jerry Grey. Scott Hall interview. The Original Sheik vs. Sailor Art Thomas. Bad News Allen vs. Bob Cook. Kevin Sullivan & Oliver Humperdink interview. Bruiser Brody, Bad News Allen & The Cuban Assassin vs. Lex Luger, Ron Simmons & Kendall Windham. NWA Florida Tag Team Champions The Hollywood Blonds vs. Dusty Rhodes & Dick Slater. Tombstone vs. Norman Smiley. Exotic Adrian Street interview. Sir Oliver Humperdink interview. Ron Fuller interview. The New Breed vs. The Southern Boys.
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
STING DEBUTS AT AEW WINTER IS COMING, SIGNS MULTI-YEAR DEAL
Sting is now All Elite.
The former WCW and WWE star made his AEW debut on Wednesday's Winter Is Coming edition of Dynamite, coming out to the ring as Team Taz was beating down TNT Champion Darby Allin, Cody Rhodes, Dustin Rhodes, and Arn Anderson following a tag team match.
As the beatdown was happening, Daily's Place went black and images of frozen landscapes appeared on the big screens. Sting then emerged, painted up and dressed as the classic "Crow" version of his character, complete with baseball bat and new AEW t-shirt.
He then walked around the ring and stared at Anderson, Cody Rhodes, and Allin before walking to the back as snow fell on the set. This was his first appearance on TNT since the final episode of WCW Monday NItro 18 years ago.
Following the commercial break, Jim Ross announced that Tony Khan signed Sting to a full time, multi-year contract. It was later announced he will speak on next week's Dynamite.
See the video here. https://twitter.com/i/status/1334318784568565762
MLW Fusion #112: DBS vs. Low Ki | Laredo Kid vs. ACH | Opera Cup Opening Round
•Opera Cup Opening Round: Low Ki vs. Davey Boy Smith Jr. •Opera Cup Opening Round: Laredo Kid vs. ACH •CONTRA’s masked man vs. Ariel Dominguez “The Black Hand of CONTRA” looms as the 2020 Opera Cup opening round culminates on this edition of MLW Fusion, presented by newlawoffice.com. In a highly talked about return bout of last year, Low Ki and Davey Boy Smith Jr find themselves standing in each other’s way in the Opera Cup opening round, as each man vies for a chance to move one step closer to making history. Can Low Ki continue to run through every fighter in his path as he looks to stop a focused, well-prepped Smith? Or will the third generation grappler go two-for-two against the King of Knockouts and use that as a stepping stone as he looks to make history with back-to-back Opera Cup wins? In an interpromotional dream bout, AAA has sent Laredo Kid to rumble with the returning ACH. Laredo Kid looks to bring the 1915 cup back to Mexico, but can he get past a hungry and focused ACH? The black flags of CONTRA will rise as CONTRA Unit’s mysterious mercenary makes his official MLW debut! Who is this massive figure? “Filthy” Tom Lawlor readies for the semi-finals by dishing on what’s next for Team Filthy. How will MLW respond to CONTRA’s Josef Samael and his threats targeted at MLW champions? Salina de la Renta stormed out of MLW HQ yesterday… which begs the question where in the world is Salina de la Renta now? Tune in to find out! Join Rich Bocchini and Jared St. Laurent along with backstage correspondent Alicia Atout for a night of top ranked tournament match-ups.
WWE Superstar Ken Patera on Greg Gagne and Billy Robinson injurying the Iron Sheik
WWE Superstar Ken Patera on Greg Gagne and Billy Robinson injurying the Iron Sheik.
CWF Wrestling Superstars (1981) (Championship Wrestling From Florida)
Tommy Gilbert brawls with The Bounty Hunters Tommy Gilbert vs The Bounty Hunter Tommy Gilbert & Cocoa Samoa strip Jim Kent's clothes off Steve Keirn vs Dory Funk Jr. (Funk goes BERSERK!) Steve Keirn & Cocoa Samoa vs The Funk Brothers (5-30-81) Jack & Jerry Brisco vs Mr. Pogo & Hiro Matsuda R.T. Tyler & Don Muraco cut El Gran Apollo's hai
25 Man Lion's Den Battle Royal (Royal Rumble Style)
From Fighting Spirit Wrestling: The Lion's Den on 4/1/2016
in a 25 Man Over The Top Battle Royal (Royal Rumble Style) Including: - Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF) - Mike Orlando - Azrieal - Blake Morris -Mario Bokara - Joe Ettell - Talon - Malta The Damager - Bear Bronson - CPA - Ian Aldwin - Cyrus Deville - Kris Rex - Magma - AJ Spectre - Suntan Superman - Leon Mason - Francis Kipland Stevens - Team Espana (Jos A & Jos B) - Jon Punn - Deadpool and many more!More on Pat Patterson
Pat Patterson, who was a major name in pro wrestling in a number of capacities, an all-time great wrestler, a booking savante, and Vince McMahon's right-hand man in building the WWF in the 80s, passed away earlier today at 79.
Patterson, whose real name was Pierre Clermont, was rushed to the hospital on November 27 with a blood clot in his liver.
Patterson, like his most famous tag team partner Ray Stevens, had a natural knack at working in the ring. He could work face or heel, was one of the great tag team wrestlers who ever lived, and was the top singles star in Northern California from 1972 to 1977.
He'll get a lot of headlines for being the first openly gay wrestler, which is something that was the theme of his autobiography, "Accepted." But within the business there were openly gay wrestlers and office people well known long before him. He was a part of the Attitude Era as a television character as one of Vince McMahon's stooges with Gerald Brisco. He was the first Intercontinental Champion having won it in a fictitious tournament in Rio de Janeiro. He was the creator of the Royal Rumble, which conceptually as the big January kicking off of the year was taken from working for Roy Shire and his Cow Palace Battle Royal.
Patterson gained a booking education in his dozen years working for Shire. He was lauded as the best finish man in the business after the death of Eddie Graham, although those finishes routinely revolved around referee bumps. A lot of that was his Shire education since Shire was meticulous in doing finishes that made sense to build for the next show and having all gimmick matches mean something.
He was the referee in the main event of the first WrestleMania in Madison Square Garden. Muhammad Ali was advertised to referee the Hulk Hogan & Mr. T vs. Roddy Piper & Paul Orndorff match, but it was clear Ali could not get what he needed to do. It was changed at the last minute with Ali as the outside the ring referee. Patterson was also there to help if Mr. T forgot what he was supposed to do.
He helped lay out most of WWE's biggest matches from the mid-80s and through the early 00s, including his role in the infamous Bret Hart vs. Shawn Michaels match in Montreal. He sold Hart on the spot where Michaels would get him in the sharpshooter. For what it is worth, he always claimed innocence in knowing about the double-cross. The story was that McMahon never told him about the double-cross to protect him because he was so well liked by the wrestlers, and in his role, needed to be.
He went from someone who started pro wrestling knowing no English and having little in the way of formal education to being Vice President of Talent Relations heading up that division in the biggest wrestling company ever up until that point in time.
He was known for hitting the bars and singing "My Way" at karaoke places, and in the ring, his ability to visualize a match and have classics, no matter what the style and the opponent, was near the top of the charts.
He was already a great worker when he came to San Francisco in 1965 and was quickly made tag team partner of Stevens, who was the area's top wrestler. The Blond Bombers were, by a wide margin, considered the greatest tag team in the history of wrestling until the 80s, largely for their 1965-67 run in San Francisco. Matches against Stevens were also among the best matches anywhere in the world after their split, when Stevens went babyface. In the late 70s, they held the AWA World Tag Team titles.
Patterson inherited the mantle as the top star of the company when Stevens left for the AWA. While the company did have short-term success after he left, most would tell you the death of Shire's territory came from when he and Patterson had their falling out and Patterson left for Florida.
Patterson eventually wound up working for Vince McMahon's father, and still holds the record for he and Bob Backlund headlining four consecutive Madison Square Garden sellouts, including a cage match that was far beyond the usual standard of that promotion in that era. He later became a television announcer, and while not his forte, there were many angles built around him in that role. The biggest was with Sgt. Slaughter. His 1981 Alley Fight with Slaughter was one of the early most collectable matches with early tape traders and was that year's Match of the Year. The IC title as the workers belt stemmed from his run as the first champion.
Patterson was an old school guy who always liked to laugh and joke. Where he differed from Shire in booking is Shire was always serious and Patterson loved to put comedy into the shows. He wasn't the stickler on realistic wrestling. In fact, even with his Shire background, he didn't really like it. He was not a fan of many forms of wrestling. He never enjoyed the serious athletic style of Japan, and would constantly say about the modern style that it was like Cirque du Soleil and never believed wrestling could sustain without the hard and fast babyface vs. heel dynamic he grew up with.
Even though he and Stevens in the 70s had classic matches where both were babyfaces and neither turned, they were not technical matches, but the idea was they were two kickass babyfaces breaking every rule. Even as a face, while he sold more, he was always portrayed more as a brawler, but it was more fists (his punches from the mount may have been the best in pro wrestling history) and kicks but always with wrestling thrown in. Yet at the same time, he'd knock pure brawlers, saying anyone can do that.
The irony was in his day, Shire would throw fits at some of his matches with Stevens as a team, thinking they were doing too many big moves. Even though the crowd would go crazy because both were masters at manipulating the audience, that they were ruining things long-term because they did a style others couldn't keep up with or follow, and always went long in their main event matches. But they became known as the best tag team in the business, and became huge stars in Hawaii where they, as World Tag Team Champions, would be flown in as special attractions whenever there was a major show.
The reality is that because his run as a wrestler was so long ago and most talk about his booking, finishes and teaching, that his in-ring ability is in many circles highly underrated. Bobby Heenan, who managed Patterson in the late 70s, ranked him as the fourth best wrestler he ever managed, behind only Stevens, Ric Flair, and Curt Hennig, and as better than Nick Bockwinkel.
Patterson would be automatic for every pro wrestling Hall of Fame (he's in every major one except Tragos/Thesz, which focuses on amateur wrestlers), as a singles wrestler, a tag team wrestler, and an executive.
Virtually every major star in WWE of the last 36 years will tell you positive stories about how he helped their careers, and was the personal mentor of Dwayne Johnson, who he immediately signed after seeing him in one workout and said that he had more potential for the business than any wrestler he had ever seen.
The reality is that few men ever wore so many different hats in pro wrestling and did them at such a high level.
UNITED WRESTLING NETWORK SUSPENDING PRIMETIME LIVE PPVS
United Wrestling Network President Dave Marquez announced that the UWN Primetime Live PPVs will be taking a break after tonight's PPV.
Marquez, citing the pandemic and not knowing where things may go in California where UWN produces the live weekly broadcast show, noted that they suspend PPVs for the remainder of 2020. He stated they would be taking a break over the holiday with plans to return in 2021.
Marquez stated they want to give the viewers the best product possible and he doesn't want to keep changing lineups at the last minute as they have had to do numerous times due to COVID. He thanked everyone who has supported the series over the last 12 weeks as well as all the different promotions who have assisted them as well as Thunder Studios, where the show is produced. He said the time off would give them a chance to work on plans going forward.
The planned UWN title match between Mike Bennett and Chris Dickinson will still take place in 2021 with Marquez promising, "We'll be back."
WWE Hall of Famer Pat Patterson passes away
WWE is saddened to learn that Pat Patterson has passed away at the age of 79.
A true trailblazer of the industry, Patterson was linked to many “firsts” in sports-entertainment throughout his storied career, including the first-ever Intercontinental Title reign and the creation of the Royal Rumble Match. In a career spanning six decades, the renaissance man left an indelible mark on the industry in the ring, on the microphone and behind the scenes.
Patterson began his career in 1958 in his native Canada before becoming a fixture in the Bay Area for nearly two decades. After winning the AWA Tag Team Championship with Ray Stevens in 1978, Patterson moved on to WWE. Under the tutelage of The Grand Wizard, Patterson made an immediate impact and became the first Intercontinental Champion in September 1979. Patterson’s most legendary WWE rivalry was undoubtedly his war with Sgt. Slaughter, which captivated the WWE Universe with Boot Camp Matches and a brutal Alley Fight at Madison Square Garden.
Shortly before his in-ring retirement in 1984, Patterson joined Mr. McMahon as a color commentator. Even after hanging up his boots, Patterson was far from finished reimagining the possibilities of the sports-entertainment industry. In 1988, Patterson brought one of the ring’s most groundbreaking ideas to life by creating the original format for the Royal Rumble Match.
Patterson returned to the ring during WWE's electric "Attitude Era," creating many memorable moments alongside Gerald Brisco as one of Mr. McMahon's hilarious "Stooges." Patterson even pinned Crash Holly to claim the Hardcore Title. For all his efforts, Pat Patterson was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 1996 by Bret Hart.
In his 25-plus years in WWE, Patterson was synonymous with making history. From the Intercontinental Title to the Royal Rumble Match and beyond, his name will forever be revered in WWE lore. This amazing legacy was captured in Patterson's 2016 autobiography, Accepted: How the First Gay Superstar Changed WWE, a moving chronicle about his life both inside and out of the ring.
WWE extends its condolences to Patterson’s family and friends
Arn Anderson Full Shoot Interview 2020
"WWE Hall of Famer," Former WCW star and current AEW manager Arn Anderson does a full career interview with John Poz from the "Taskmaster Talks" and "Talking Tough" Podcasts among others. Some of the topics covered include Arns wrestling training, working with John Cena in WWE, thoughts on The Undertaker, his time in ECW, Smokey Mountain Wrestling, how he met Ric Flair, working for Ron Fuller, leaving the NWA to go to WWE, thoughts on Mongo & Paul Roma in the Horsemen and much more!
Reality of Wrestling TV: Episode 293 - Drive-In Wrestling Event -
This taping was filmed outdoors in the parking lot of the World Gym Arena in Texas City, TX and followed the Texas Covid Regulation of Social Distancing, Masks Required in not in your group and testing our athlete's & staff. Matches: Tommy Bolton vs Cameron Cole Promise Braxton vs Jenna Lynn Will Allday (c) vs Isaiah James (Texas Championship) Gino Medina vs Zack Mason
WWC Super Estrellas March 8th 1987
Miguelito Perez vs El Vikingo Chicky Starr with Jason el Terrible interview David Gold interview El Cholo vs TNT Miguelito Perez interview Youngbloods interview David Gold & Mr X vs Mark & Chris Youngblood El Profe with TNT interview El Profe with Bob Heffernan & Gran Mendoza interview Stan Hansen interview Jorge Clemente vs Frankie Lancaster Hercules Ayala interview Video of Carlos Colon vs Stan Hansen Carlos Colon interview
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
The Silliness That Don Callis Claimed He Would Get Rid Of, Continues with? Su Yung CAPTURED by Father James Mitchell's Minions! | IMPACT! Highlights Dec 1, 2020
Callis claimed when he took over as booker that he was going to, quote" get rid of all the silliness that has plagued Impact Wrestling", unquote.
Needless to say he hasn't and every time I've called him out on it, asking "How can you get rid of the silliness if YOU'RE now the one writing and booking the silliness", he somehow never seems to have an answer for that. Makes you go, HHMMM.
But nonetheless, here's yet another example, of the 'silliness' that continues to run rampant in Impact Wrestling, thanks to? Don Callis.
Father James Mitchell makes good on his deal with Deonna Purrazzo as he sends his dark minions to capture "The Bloody Undead Bride" Su Yung!
The 'Retired For Three Weeks' JAZZ Debuts in Knockouts Tag Team Championship Tournament! | IMPACT! Highlights Dec 1, 2020
Funny how she 'retired' because nobody would book her but suddenly three weeks later? She gets a booking and she's suddenly 'unretired', LOL!
The legendary JAZZ makes her IMPACT Wrestling debut to team with Jordynne Grace in the Knockouts Tag Team Championship Tournament!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OpgPiDwdPo
NWA Shockwave | Episode 1 (2020)
We're back on Tuesday nights! #NWAShockwave, our new limited series, presents NWA matches produced in conjunction with the United Wrestling Network. Matches never before seen on YouTube!
Monday, November 30, 2020
OVW TV 1111 - "Thanksgiving Throwdown"
OVW invites you to celebrate Thanksgiving with a 10-man tag team elimination match as Team Pillman and Team Gunn square off! PLUS: 8 women collide in a “winner take all” tag-team elimination match - with the winner to challenge OVW Women’s Champion Mazzerati for the title at Christmas Chaos and Drew Hernandez returns to take on Dustin Jackson
CWA Mass Madness: February 1997
Before there was NECW, there was the late Tony Rumble's Century Wrestling Alliance, which later became NWA New England. This edition of the Century Wrestling Alliance MASS MADNESS TV show features highlights of Kevin Sullivan vs. Jimmy Snuke and a special 6 man tag team match from Michinoku Pro Wrestling that sees Great Sasuke, Gran Hamada and Gran Naniwa taking on Taka Michinoku, Terry Boy and Dick Togo. An unforgettable local TV episode!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPAz-LJgmB4
Sunday, November 29, 2020
Championship Wrestling From Hollywood Episode #87
Today's line-up is being called by Todd Keneley, Blake "Bulletproof" Troop and James Kincaid:
SINGLES MATCH | WILL ALLDAY v SNYPES The Main Event Will Allday kicks off today's show against... what's his NAME?? SNYPES! Look for a fast-paced, action-packed match here! SINGLES MATCH | JESSE JAMES v GUY COOL Guy Cool is making his debut... and boy is it going to be a tough one. The Texas Roughneck Jesse James always means business. SINGLES MATCH | DAN JOSEPH v JORDAN CRUZ Fresh off defeat in his return United TV Title match, Dan Joseph wastes no time stepping back in the ring. This week, he has young upstart Jordan Cruz. MAIN EVENT | HERITAGE TITLE MATCH | RAY ROSAS (c) v JORDAN CLEARWATER These 2 have a long history... and this time, the Heritage Championship is on the line. With an opponent on a streak like Clearwater is - Ray Rosas better be ultra-focused... and have eyes in the back of his head because of SoCal Distancing. PLUS | Nikko Marquez is not in the office today... but he did leave the keys for someone else to hold it down. Hmm... AND | We'll hear from many of today's competitors in our post match interviews. REMEMBER | Anything can happen on the FASTEST HOUR IN PRO WRESTLING.Saturday, November 28, 2020
WWA (Kentucky) - Hysteria 107 - Halloween Hell 2020
-In the main event, Josiah defends the WWA Championship against Vanderpool in a First Blood Match-Speaking of the WWA Championship, Jordan Whittaker and Ray Waddell do battle to determine the new number one contender
-It's Stonewall's last chance at the National Championship. If he does not beat Alexander Knight for the title tonight, then Stonewall does not get any more chances as long as Knight is still the champion -Mickey Midas returned on the last Hysteria, attacking CCW after CCW assaulted a fan. CCW has invited Midas back to the WWA officially tonight to face him in a match -After both racking up impressive recent victories, Jake Bravado and Logan Legit go one on one to determine the new National Championship number one contender -The Trendkillers face Lizzy Sixx and Nick Willis with a future shot at the WWA Tag Team Championships on the line All of this plus Tyler Hawkins, Jones, Matt Diesel, Nick Doepp, Dakota France, the Queen, Jeremy Gray, 747, Drake Jaxon and more!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukhwgEscQWI
CWF Wrestling Superstars (Featuring Dusty Rhodes & Hulk Hogan From 1981
Dusty Rhodes defeats Harley Race (6-21-81) World Title Change!
Sweet Brown Sugar unmasks A statement from Terry Funk regarding Dusty Rhodes Charlie Cook & Sweet Brown Sugar vs Matsuda/Sonoda El Gran Apollo vs Mr. Pogo (6-21-81) Dusty Rhodes challenges Dory Funk Jr. (6-16-81) Take Five with Barbara Clary: Hulk Hogan Video of Hulk Hogan vs Jerry Lawler $5,000 Challenge! Buzz Sawyer vs Wild Bill Snyder Comments from Buzz SawyerFriday, November 27, 2020
One Man Gang on The Junk Yard Dog
Legendary former WWE/Mid South Wrestling/WCW wrestler The One Man Gang aka Akeem discusses what it was like wrestling "WWE Hall of Famer" The Junk Yard Dog who was known for being difficult to work with at times.
SITE OF TWO HISTORIC WRESTLEMANIA MATCHES MAY SOON BE DEMOLISHED
The Globe and Mall reported this weekend in Toronto that Rogers Communication is looking at demolishing The Skydome (now known as the Rogers Centre) in favor of erecting a new, smaller version of the venue.
Skydome was the host of April 1990's Wrestlemania VI, featuring WWF Champion Hulk Hogan vs. WWF Intercontinental Champion Ultimate Warrior and March 2002's Wrestlemania X8 featuring The Rock vs. Hulk Hogan. Beyond those two Wrestlemanias, the venue hosted ten WWF house shows as well as one WCW event.
The venue also hosted the first-ever championship win for WWE Hall of Famer Edge, as he defeated Jeff Jarrett for the Intercontinental title on July 24, 1999 as a surprise after substituting for Ken Shamrock, who missed the event. That moment has a great "circle of life" aura to it as Edge was sitting ringside for Hogan vs. Warrior at Wrestlemania VI.
The stadium, with an official capacity of 53, 506 fans (more for pro wrestling), was opened in 1989, the home of the Toronto Blue Jays.
Thursday, November 26, 2020
American Pro Wrestling EP #14
On this episode: -Chris James vs Harlo Heights -APW iTV Championship Joey Rhymer vs Rob Killjoy -MF Billings & Tiger Cat vs High Profile -APW Heavyweight Championship Kilgore 99 vs Nick Fury vs Dusty Money -APW United States Championship Chief Jay Eagle vs Damien Legion -APW Tag Team Championship Perfect Storm vs Kat Daddy & Jay Stunna -Dump Truk vs Squeeks the Clown Plus much more!!!
NEW (Canada) SuperBouts (E103) - "Another New Beginning" Night 2 Highlights + Show Fallout
NEW Fans, our online web series SuperBouts is back with a look at the second night of the recent "Another New Beginning" tv taping that took place on Nov 14th, 2020 at the CLB Armoury in St. John's, NL. Catch our television series, NEW Evolved, every Saturday at 1PM on Canada's Superstation NTV, 1PM on Eastlink TV and Sundays at 1230PM on Rogers TV (Avalon Region Newfoundland).
Nick Bockwinkel vs Jerry Lawler (Memphis August 21st, 1978)
Taped at the Mid South Coliseum. For the AWA World Heavyweight title.
Another Example of How Easy it Is To Put A Mark In His place (They Always Make it Too Easy)
They never seem to learn, so I guess I have to be the one that keeps putting today's 'marks', in their place. It really doesn't take much effort as they always react the same way, and then always, as predictable as a rerun, always go for attempts at 'mom' insults (yawns).
Then comes my favorite, after I inform them that all their replies are making for a great story? They run like little bitches and quickly delete their replies, thinking I don't already have the screen shots of them. Which again, shows what dumb fucks 'marks' today really are.
So here's the shots of the latest moron who had to be 'checked'. This ass clown obviously missed the point of the post, or was just too dumb to 'get it'. You'll also see how after he gets put in his place, he falls for the oldest trick in the book of coming back for more, and making himself look even more stupid. Like making a dog jump thru hoops, these dumb shits are just ssoo stupid. I've been doing this same trick since the 90's and every time, they fall for it and do the same thing. Which is why, they are indeed... Dumb 'marks'.
KEVIN SULLIVAN TALKS BISCHOFF, RUSSO, WCW'S DOWNFALL AND MORE
Kevin Sullivan was a recent guest on VOC Nation’s In the Room Podcast. Sullivan talked about his start in wrestling, people who inspired him, the importance of kayfabe and it’s impact on the current product, the downfall of WCW, and more. Here are just a few highlights:
On the people he worked with: “The guys that should be in the Hall of Fame are the enhancement talent that made us look good. Without them, we wouldn’t have drawn money. I was lucky enough that I got to wrestle in single matches with Andre the Giant, I had a three year run with Dusty Rhodes, I wrestled Hogan for three years, I wrestled Blackjack Mulligan, Barry Windham, Wahoo McDaniels, Ernie Ladd; I’ve gotten to wrestle the crème de la crème. I look back and I say wow I was very lucky that they were nice enough to say ‘let’s make this kid’ and they did. It takes two to tango and they did more of the work than I did, that’s for sure.”
On the devil gimmick in Florida: “I never used the word devil. I’ve been to India, I’ve been to Singapore, Malaysia, I spent a lot of time early in my career in that part of the world. I wore my robe everywhere I went: When I went to the gym, I wore my robe; when I went to the grocery store, I wore my robe; when I trained, I wore my robe; when I got in a cab and left for the matches, I wore my robe. People never saw me watching a match. I was a magician. You didn’t see me until I went to the ring. I did it that way on purpose; I didn’t want people to say ‘oh I met him, he’s not such a bad guy.’ That’s what I did.”
On who taught him the business: “I was taught by some of the best. The (original) Sheik, who is my hero, once told me ‘once they see that you can talk, you become human.’ He said to me, ‘you’re not a human being.’ I was around a lot of very talented guys and I was lucky.”
On the current product lacking kayfabe: “These kids are the greatest athletes of any generation. They’re fabulous… Look at the guy who has drawn the most money in the history of wrestling. Nobody has drawn as much money as the Undertaker for as long as he’s gone, ever. Ever. Just this year he decided to get on social media. Do you think guys that have great matches (are supposed to) get on social media and say ‘brother we had a barn burner tonight, it was wonderful, thank you very much, see you next week.’ I mean it’s like going to a movie – the willing suspension of disbelief… The problem I have, is because they are much more talented – they are so far above our generation – if they would watch what they would say a little they would be better off. That’s my opinion and everybody has an opinion.”
On how to fix the WWE ratings: “If I was Vince McMahon, I would ask (the Undertaker) ‘what do you need and we’ll give it to you and stay out of your way and you book it.’ I think the Undertaker would turn that business around in six months.”
On the downfall of WCW: “They went to comedy. Funny doesn’t earn money. It’s that simple. I’m a boxing fan; do you go to see a fight that’s just going to be a joke? No… Then they tried to bury Ric Flair in a desert?.. They wanted to get rid of him. They wanted to get rid of Ric Flair since 1989. They don’t know where to drive the stake… He’s the greatest champion of all time and they tried to get rid of him, that’s how silly these people are. Egos!”
On Eric Bischoff: “Eric did an amazing, amazing job. But he had to go out to the north tower… If someone wanted to (say) foreign object, he had to listen to them (change the name to) international (object). (It was) wasting his days. He could have been using his time (better). They succeeded in spite of themselves, and they succeeded because of Eric Bischoff. And Eric was a smart enough guy to listen to guys that were very smart. And in the end, they made a huge mistake and they went to comedy, and comedy doesn’t draw money.”
On AOL buying Turner: “I think it was destined to die because they didn’t want it to work. AOL didn’t want wrestling, didn’t want it.”
NAWA REVEALS SECOND PPV BROADCAST, DEBUTING IN RALEIGH, NC
The North American Wrestling Alliance issued the following announcement:
“NAWA: No Remorse” - A “Heart-less Valentine”
Mount Vernon; New York New York-
Owner/CEO Tony Mura (Capone) along with NAWA North American Wrestling Alliance proudly presents a new follow up streaming pay-per-view.
There are promises of broken hearts, broken bones and careers smashed in this action-packed extravaganza. No “love” will be lost, nor will there be any proverbial tears shed. The NAWA body-slams your living rooms once again with the return to PPV.
The NAWA has hit a homerun once again, this time with “No Remorse™.”
No Remorse™ is a Valentine’s Day themed wrestling event; set for February 13th 2021. COVID compliance and seating is still suggested and recommended. The NAWA PPV will hail in Raleigh North Carolina at the Dorton Arena.
This event is parlayed from the success from December 19th’s “Jingle Brawl” extravaganza. “No Remorse ™” will also be a streamed event courtesy of FITE, along with being a live-attendance show as well. The young and exciting stars of the NAWA will also be at this event; specific names and matches to be released at a later date. Tickets will be on sale December 15th 2020 through merchant vendor Ticketmaster; which also includes the Dotham Arena itself as the tangible venue.
The NAWA will officially return with a 12/19 iPPV, "Jingle Brawl" from Daytona Beach, Florida on 12/19, also airing FITE.TV from Daytona Beach, Florida.
The event will feature a Hercules Cup in tribute to the late Ray Fernandez aka Hercules Hernandez who worked for the promotion during its original tenure in the 1990s and was extremely close with Paul Roma, who works behind the scenes as an exec here and teamed with Hernandez as Power and Glory. Hernandez, who had runs in the WWF, WCW and tons of territories, passed away in March 2004.
Officially announced as appearing at the event:
British Bulldog Jr.
Gangrel
Kahagas
Afa Jr.
Lloyd Anoai
The Slambinos
The Dirty Blondes
Micah & Tracey Taylor
Chase Stevens
Storm Taylor
Showtime Marcell Williams
The House of Payne, Hakim Ali & Nick Payne
Blood Hunters with manager Kevin Sullivan
The Indian Nightmare Vineesh
The Manager of Champions Chazz Moretti
Plus Special Appearances by Paul Roma, Mario Mancini, Cyndi Snow, Big Guido and Tony Capone.
NWA Championship Wrestling From Florida CWF 1/4/86
CWF 1/4/86 Hector Guerrero & Tyree Pride vs Jack Hart & The Red Menace Road Warriors vs Kevin Sullivan’s Army Highlights Jesse Barr vs Coco Samoa Lex Lugar vs Del Apollo VTR: Lex Lugar vs Wahoo McDaniel - Lugar tears up Wahoo’s Headdress Maya Singh vs Raul Matta Kevin Sullivan Threats Gordon Blackjack Mulligan/ Wahoo McDaniel interview Barry & Kendall Windham vs Cuban Assassin & Prince Iaukea
Wednesday, November 25, 2020
Wonder Who The 'Genius' Was That Titled THIS So Stupidly
Yep, Amateur night over at AEW to be sure..
And I bet the moron who uploaded really thought that was a 'brilliant' way to title it (rolls eyes).
MLW Fusion #111: Opera Cup Opening Round: Tom Lawlor vs. Rocky Romero | TJP vs. Richard Holliday
•Opera Cup Opening Round: Rocky Romero vs. Tom Lawlor
•Opera Cup Opening Round: TJ Perkins vs. Richard Holliday •Calvin Tankman makes his debut The 2020 Opera Cup commences this week with two high stakes, opening round matches on MLW Fusion on Thanksgiving, presented by http://www.newlawoffice.com. An inter-promotional clash kicks off the opening round of the historic Opera Cup tournament. Representing New Japan Pro-Wrestling, former IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion Rocky Romero collides with “Filthy” Tom Lawlor. Can Lawlor topple NJPW veteran Romero? Or will the ring generalship of “Azucar” Rocky Romero prove too much for the captain of Team Filthy? The opening round of the Opera Cup continues as the Dynasty’s Richard Holliday heads into arguably one of the biggest fights of his career as he goes head to head with the high flying veteran TJP. Can Holliday use his size advantage to ground out TJP and secure his spot in the Opera Cup semi-finals, or will the high-octane hybrid style of TJP outpace and outgun the smug self-proclaimed Caribbean Champion? The Heavyweight Hustle will be televised as 355 pound Calvin Tankman makes his highly anticipated debut this week on Fusion! Plus, one week removed from that vicious attack at the hands of CONTRA’s mysterious masked mercenary, we’ll get a medical update and hear from National Openweight Champion, Alexander Hammerstone! MLW cameras will attempt to get a response from Lio Rush after Myron Reed offered up a title fight. Salina de la Renta vows to make a statement… but how will she explain her betrayal? Opera Cup alternate “Untouchable” Gino Medina is confirmed to be an attendance plus the World Tag Team Champions Ross & Marshall Von Erich have a special message for fans. Join Rich Bocchini, Jared St. Laurent and ringside correspondent Alicia Atout and celebrate Fusion in time for Thanksgiving!BOB RYDER PASSES AWAY
Bob Ryder, who was one of the founders of TNA Wrestling and still worked for Impact Wrestling more than 18 years later, was found dead today by police at his home in Nashville.
Ryder, who has battled cancer for years, had not attended a live show in a long time due to intense chemotherapy.
Ryder suffered a fall yesterday and was unable to get up, but apparently texted people that he was okay. But after that, no phone calls or text messages to him were answered. The company sent someone who knew him to his home and knocked on the door and got no response. They then called police and found that he had passed away.
Ryder was a pioneer of websites with 1wrestling.com in the 90s, and did web radio and worked for WCW where he was close with Eric Bischoff. After the folding of the company in 2001, Ryder and Jeff Jarrett, who were not hired by WWF, convinced Jerry Jarrett to start TNA Wrestling with the idea of it being a PPV-exclusive promotion.
The initial idea didn't work and both Jarretts were close to filing for bankruptcy when Dixie Carter, who they had hired as their publicity director, informed them she was from a wealthy family and got her father to buy the promotion. Eventually the company was sold to Anthem Entertainment.
Ryder worked handling the travel along with numerous other duties for the company.
Mike Bennett Reveals All About His ROH Return!
Matt Taven welcomes Mike Bennett to "Trending With Taven" to talk about his return to Ring of Honor, why he left to begin with, and what he hopes to accomplish this time around.
One Man Gang on Getting Fired over PN News
WWE/WCW Legend The One Man Gang aka Akeem discusses getting fired from his first World Championship Wrestling run over refusing to loose to PN News on 2 different occasions which he later regretted.
Arn Anderson on PN News & Philly Wrestling Crowds!
WWE Hall of Famer and former WCW Star "AA" Arn Anderson discusses his experience wrestling in Philadelphia vs controversial former WCW star PN News who was not well liked by many behind the scenes.
Madison Square Garden - WWF Classics - 1982
Pedro Morales vs Jimmy Superfly Snuka - Intercontinetal Championship Bob Backlund vs Buddy Rose - WWF Heavyweight Championship Mr Fuji & Mr Saito & Black Jack Mulligan vs Andre The Giant & Chief Jay Strongbow & Chief Jules Strongbow.
WWF Greatest Wrestling Matches Superstar Billy Graham vs Bruno Sammartino 4/30/77
Superstar Billy Graham vs Bruno Sammartino
Baltimore MarylandWWF MSG Greatests Wrestling Matches ( Sgt. Slaughter vs Pat Patterson And Bob Backlund vs. Stan Hansen Cage Match 4/6/81
And to think, once upon a time the WWF, now WWE used to be, THIS GOOD.
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
One Man Gang on Dealing with Eric Bischoff
Bet Eric won't have the balls to reply to his on HIS podcast.
WWE/WCW Legend The One Man Gang aka Akeem discusses his issues dealing with former WCW Executive Vice President Eric Bischoff who he did not have positive interactions with.
WWE FILES FOR NEW TRADEMARK...ON AEW STAR (Rolls eyes)
On 10/8, WWE applied for a new 'Dean Ambrose' trademark for goods and services in the realm of "Entertainment services, namely, wrestling exhibitions and performances by a professional wrestler and entertainer rendered live and through broadcast media including television and radio, and via the internet or commercial online service; providing wrestling news and information via a global computer network; providing information in the fields of sports and entertainment via an online community portal; providing a website in the field of sports entertainment information; fan club services, namely, organizing sporting events in the field of wrestling for wrestling fan club members; organizing social entertainment events for entertainment purposes for wrestling fan club members; providing online newsletters in the fields of sports entertainment; online journals, namely, blogs, in the field of sports entertainment."
WWE had a registered Dean Ambrose trademark but it was cancelled in August 2020 because they did not file a declaration under section 8 to maintain the registration.
NWA RETURNING WITH NEW WEEKLY SERIES NEXT WEEK
The National Wrestling Alliance has announced they will debut a new weekly series, returning to Tuesdays at 7 PM EST, titled NWA Shockwave.
NWA announcer Joe Galli stated in the announcement that the show would be produced in conjunction with the United Wrestling Network at Thunder Studios in Los Angeles.
The show would effectively fill the slot formerly held by NWA Powerrr:
Here's the link to see the announcement. https://youtu.be/vJeNjgj_sTI
One Man Gang on Akeem Character
WWE/WCW Legend The One Man Gang aka Akeem goes into detail on becoming the Akeem character in WWE. He goes over how the idea was proposed to him, the vignette where he became Akeem, how he developed the dance, his thoughts on playing an "African Man" and more!
Monday, November 23, 2020
Malia Hosaka vs La Rosa Negra ( SWE Fury )
This is from the recent TV Tapings from Lava Cantina in the Colony, produced by Title Match. Live event tickets & on-air schedule ➡ http://SWEFury.com Two legends of women's wrestling go one on one as Malia Hosaka (WCW, WWF, TNA Impact) takes on La Rosa Negra (Mission Pro Wrestling, WWC, Stardom, Shine).
The Society of Ventrue w/Paul Ellering v Apostles of Chaos (Warriors Of Wrestling)
Warriors of Wrestling presents "Extreme Heat" back on 6/11/18...W.O.W tag team champions the Apostles of Chaos are challenged by The Society of Ventrue with WWE Hall of Famer Paul Ellering...
WWF Wrestling @ MSG 11/22/82
WWF Wrestling @ MSG 11/22/82 1. Curt Hennig v. Eddie Gilbert (This was Gilbert’s MSG debut) 2. Swede Hansen v. SD Jones 3. Tigermask v. Jose Estrada 4. Little Beaver & Little Boy Blue v. Butch Cassidy & Sky Lo Lo (Obviously, a midget match) 5. Pre match interview – Billy Graham prior to his match with Bob Backlund 6. Bob Backlund v. Superstar Billy Graham (Graham had previously destroyed Backlund’s WWF Title belt, and Backlund is pissed !) 7. Mr. Fuji v. Salvatore Bellomo 8. Pedro Morales v. Playboy Buddy Rose (Morales defends the IC title) 9. clips of Ray Stevens and Lou Albano brutalize Jimmy Snuka on WWF TV 10. Jimmy Snuka v. Capt. Lou Albano 11. Jules Strongbow v. Ray “The Crippler” Stevens 12. Rocky Johnson & Tony Garea v. Riki Choshu & Mr. Saito (2/3 falls)
EC3 Pushes Jay Briscoe Off The Deep End! ROH Highlights
In his first singles match in Ring of Honor, EC3 managed to push ROH legend Jay Briscoe over the edge in a bout that descended into anarchy! Here are the highlights.
Mike Bennett RETURNS to Ring of Honor! ROH Highlights
After a big win vs Bateman, Matt Taven was down and out at the hands of the Righteous when Mike Bennett made his return to ROH to even the odds! Here are the highlights.
Undertaker and Godfather almost came to blows during a snow storm: Broken Skull Sessions extra
The Undertaker leaves “Stone Cold” Steve Austin in stitches with his story of a white-knuckle car ride he shared with WWE Hall of Famer The Godfather in the middle of a whiteout.
Reality of Wrestling TV: Episode 292
This taping was filmed on a closed set with all athletes and audience members tested prior to the event as well as all staff are required to wear a mask at all time. Matches: Clay Roberts vs Daniel Miller Raychell Rose vs Jenna Lynn vs Rok-C (Women’s Title) Ryan Davidson vs Abel Andrew Jackson (Row Championship)
OVW TV 1110 - "Champions And Controversies"
The Tate Twins face the Legacy of Brutality as OVW Owner Al Snow steps in to settle the Tag Team Championship controversy! PLUS: OVW Heavyweight Champion Tony Gunn accepts the challenge of Brian Pillman, Jr for Christmas Chaos - thanks to “Mr. PEC-Tacular” Jessie Godderz!? And Dillon McQueen, “HollyHood” Hailey J and Luscious Lawrence have to return Omar Amir’s medals - but not without some sashay and shante.
Sunday, November 22, 2020
PWCI This Week - #250 Pro Wrestling Epic
On the milestone episode of the program - we head back to Granite City for more of Pro Wrestling Epic! In action, the veteran Bradley Stephens takes on the newcomer Jaden Griffen in the opener, and in the second half it's Nick King taking on the former PWE champion Blake Steel!
Jyushin Thunder Liger vs Hiromu Takahashi
November 21, 2017 Tokyo TEKKEN7 Presents BEST OF THE SUPER Jr.24
The tournament match of B Block
Jyushin Thunder Liger vs Hiromu Takahashi
Ken Patera on Ole Anderson & N-Word use in Wrestling
How many times can Patera say the N word? Watch this and find out, lol.
Saturday, November 21, 2020
Hernandez vs Gino Medina ( Loko Wrestling)
See what happens when current Impact Wrestling star & 8x tag team champion Hernadnez takes on Gino Medina (MLW, ROW) in Houston, TX! This is from Loko's latest House of Horrors event, featuring some of the top stars in women's wrestling and lucha libre!
Gino Medina vs. Mysterious Q (World Class Revolution)
See two of the very best Texas and pro wrestling has to offer as Gino Medina does battle with Mysterious Q! Date: March 5th, 2020 Venue: Plaza Arts Center Location: Carrollton, Texas
Friday, November 20, 2020
MLW Fusion #110: Jacob Fatu vs. Davey Boy Smith Jr. | Brian Pillman Jr. vs. Myron Reed
Matches:
•World Heavyweight Championship: Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Davey Boy Smith Jr. •World Middleweight Championship: Myron Reed (c) vs. Brian Pillman Jr. •National Openweight Champion Alex Hammerstone in action! MLW returns TONIGHT at 7pm ET with the premiere of FUSION on Fubo Sports, Pluto TV and YouTube. Learn more about where to watch. After 7 months, a new breed of fighting athletes rise up as MLW kicks off #TheRestart presented by newlawoffice.com. Although the dreaded CONTRA Unit remains at large, their shadowy presence remains a constant starting and ending with the World Heavyweight Champion Jacob Fatu. After having his back broken at the hands of CONTRA during the May 9th hostile takeover of MLW, Davey Boy Smith Jr. has endured a painful road to recovery. Months of physical therapy and training with the likes of Kazushi Sakuraba have set the table for Smith’s quest to topple Fatu and take the championship. Now, the final stage goes down as for the first-time ever Jacob Fatu fights DBS for the World Heavyweight Championship! A bitter year-long feud culminates in a World Middleweight Championship showdown. Brian Pillman Jr. challenges the longest reigning World Middleweight Champion in MLW history as he looks to take the belt from Myron Reed. Will Reed prove he truly is the “Young GOAT” or will the unpredictable and volatile Pillman get his hands on the prestigious title? Ranked #1 in MLW since the summer of 2019, National Openweight Champion Alex Hammerstone will also be in action. Leading the charge to unite MLW’s athletes to rise up and take back MLW from CONTRA, “Your Boy Hammer” looks to make a statement when he steps into the squared circle. Kevin Von Erich shares a secret about the origins of World Class Championship Wrestling with his sons, the reigning World Tag Team Champions Ross and Marshall Von Erich. Plus: the 2020 Opera Cup brackets are revealed! Fans can also watch nationwide on cable and dish via beIN SPORTS on Saturday nights at 10pm ET and on demand anytime, anywhere on DAZN. Experience a new era in combat sports as MLW hits #TheRestart button and returns to top ranked weekly competition with FUSION!Jay Briscoe Has a Problem with EC3! (Ring Of Honor)
EC3 wants to know if Honor is real. This weekend on ROH TV, he might just find out when he steps into the ring with an ROH legend he's seriously ticked off - Jay Briscoe!
Jay Briscoe Challenges EC3! (Ring Of Honor)
After EC3 made his presence felt at ringside, Jay Briscoe is putting his tag championship ambitions on hold to issue a huge challenge for next week!
Real Professional Vince, RREEAALL Professional- Zelina Vega Reportedly Escorted Out Of Building After WWE Release
And people actually WANT to work for this ass clown? Why..
WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon reportedly passed on talking with Zelina Vega after she was released from her contract last Friday.
Vega was informed of her release last Friday by WWE's Senior Director of Talent Relations, Mark Carrano. The Wrestling Observer Newsletter adds that Vega asked to talk to McMahon, but Carrano told her that Vince did not want to talk to her, and she was then escorted out of the building.
As noted, Vega was released last Friday due to reasons related to WWE's new edict on third party content with sites such as Cameo and Twitch, which Vega is active on. WWE later confirmed with Sports Illustrated that Vega was released due to a breach of contract.
McMahon was reportedly unhappy with Vega for opening up an OnlyFans account, which she was using for cosplay content under a different name, even after WWE issued the third party edict. The feeling was that Vega's actions boxed the company into a difficult situation. It was noted that Vega's release was done as a reminder to all talents that the new third party policy will be strictly enforced.
Vega appeared on the "Table Talk" podcast with WWE Hall of Famer & Producer D-Von Dudley back in September and recalled how Vince had previously told her that she was one of his favorite talents, comparing her to his daughter, WWE Chief Brand Officer Stephanie McMahon.
"It's weird because I think that too and I'm like, you know what? If quarantine didn't happen – not saying that I wouldn't have had these opportunities – but maybe it would have taken a little bit longer," Vega told Dudley. "And also, Becky's having her baby so there are people that are not here so that just leaves spots to fill and for me, I'm like, 'Give me the ball! If I drop it, screw me!' But you lose nothing and I was always ready for that and I think it started with Drew [McIntyre] when we had that back and forth. I was like, 'Man, he's like my other promo half.' It was just perfect.
"Whenever it happened, it was just magic with him and it's interesting because before even quarantine happened, Vince would always say, 'You're one of my favorites. You're one of the reasons that I watch RAW. I love your character.' It was such an honor to hear that because one of the things that he used to say to me was, 'You remind me of Stephanie because she was always working out there. You're a cutaway machine. I love that about you' and first of all, I was like, 'Are you serious?' Legit, I was going to cry. I love Stephanie. She's a huge inspiration when it comes to me and the Zelina character, but it's wild to think that if this quarantine didn't happen, I wonder where I would be. I wonder if I'd be getting a RAW Women's Title shot against Asuka."
As noted earlier this week at this link, Vega and SAG-AFTRA had a "powerful conversation" about potential unionization in pro wrestling.
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