AEW PPVs to Stream on HBO Max at $39.99 in HDR10 with Dolby Atmos

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) have revealed a major expansion of their partnership that will bring AEW's pay-per-view events to the HBO Max streaming service. The new deal officially kicks off with AEW All Out, which will stream live from the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada, on Saturday, September 20, at 3 p.m. ET.

Under the new agreement, all marketing and promotion for AEW pay-per-views will be centered on HBO Max. U.S. subscribers to the platform will be able to purchase the live, ad-free events for an exclusive price of $39.99. Pre-orders for AEW All Out will begin this Friday, September 5. The events will be available in high-dynamic range (HDR10) and Dolby Atmos sound, offering an immersive viewing experience. Following the live broadcast, purchasers will have exclusive access to replays for six months.

To support the launch, WBD will air special lead-in programming. On Saturday, September 20, at 2 p.m. ET, a one-hour live pre-show titled AEW Saturday Tailgate Brawl: All Out will air on both TNT and HBO Max. Additionally, on Wednesday, September 17, a special three-hour event, September to Remember, will air live from London, Ontario, on TBS and HBO Max at 8 p.m. ET, setting the final stage for the pay-per-view.

This move significantly broadens the AEW content library available on HBO Max. Subscribers now have access to hundreds of hours of programming, including live simulcasts and on-demand replays of weekly shows AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision. The library also features all AEW pay-per-view events through the end of 2024 and the first two years of AEW Dynamite episodes.

The expanded partnership is fueled by AEW's strong performance across WBD networks. So far this year, AEW programming has reached over 11 million fans across TBS and TNT. AEW Dynamite consistently ranks as the #1 cable entertainment program on Wednesdays among the key P18-49 demographic, while AEW Collision is a top 5 program in its Saturday time slot.

The companies highlighted recent successes, including the April 26 episode of Collision being the show's third most-watched ever, and the AEW Grand Slam Mexico edition of Dynamite on June 18 delivering the highest viewership among P25-54 in nearly a year.

Here's the complete statement provided by WBD:

"Warner Bros. Discovery, HBO Max and All Elite Wrestling today announced a groundbreaking expansion of their nearly six-year relationship, with the launch of AEW pay-per-view events on HBO Max, starting with AEW All Out on Saturday, September 20 at 3 p.m. ET from Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada.

HBO Max will stream live AEW pay-per-view events without ads, with all marketing and promotions of AEW PPV events primarily centered on HBO Max. Preorders for AEW All Out on HBO Max will launch this Friday, September 5, allowing U.S. HBO Max subscribers with supported devices to purchase the event for the exclusive price of $39.99. Fans streaming AEW All Out on HBO Max can enjoy this event in HDR10 and Dolby Atmos, delivering stunning picture quality and immersive, arena-like sound that puts fans at the center of the action. Purchase and access to PPV Content may vary by subscription provider.

HBO Max users with a base subscription and a supported device can log on to purchase the event, which will be highlighted throughout the app or found in search. Once a purchase is complete, subscribers can find the event under “My Purchases” via the “My Stuff” page on the HBO Max menu. After the event, replays will be exclusively available for six months for purchasers. For more information on the HBO Max PPV experience, click here.

Leading into AEW All Out that Saturday, September 20, TNT and HBO Max will air AEW Saturday Tailgate Brawl: All Out at 2 p.m. ET, a one-hour live show that will get fans’ adrenaline pumping for the afternoon’s main attraction.

Also, earlier in the week on Wednesday, September 17, TBS and HBO Max will be live from London, Ontario for a special three-hour show — September to Remember — starting at 8 p.m. ET, featuring AEW’s biggest names in non-stop high-flying action as they set the stage for

the signature pay-per-view event that weekend.

The addition of AEW pay-per-view events on HBO Max continues an incredible year for AEW programming across Warner Bros. Discovery networks and platforms, delivering the widest offering for AEW fans ever.

HBO Max subscribers in the U.S. have access to a growing library of hundreds of hours of AEW content, including all new AEW weekly telecasts — AEW Dynamite on TBS and AEW Collision on TNT — as a live simulcast as well as on demand replays, all AEW pay-per-view special events through the end of 2024, all episodes of AEW Dynamite from its first two years, as well as all recent episodes of AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision.

AEW programming has reached more than 11 million fans so far this year across TBS and TNT, with AEW Dynamite on TBS ranking as Wednesday’s #1 cable entertainment program among P18-49. AEW Collision also ranks among the top 5 programs in its Saturday time slot among P18-49 and M18-49. TNT’s April 26 episode of AEW Collision delivered the show’s third largest total viewers ever, and TBS’ AEW Grand Slam Mexico on June 18 had the most watched AEW Dynamite episode among P25-54 in nearly a year (July 2024).

Arez Signs With AEW Over WWE After Bidding War

Luchador Arez is officially All Elite, set to debut in AEW as El Clon (The Clone), a character directly linked to the recently introduced Hologram. The new persona was teased during the most recent episode of AEW Collision, and the signing represents a significant acquisition for the promotion following a competitive bidding situation with WWE.

According to a report from The Cubs Fan(@LuchaBlog), WWE had shown significant interest in signing Arez, which ultimately prompted AEW to make a definitive offer. “WWE checked him out, liked what they saw, and let him know they wanted to bring him back to AAA. Arez let AEW know that he now had another offer, and they needed to make a final decision. AEW decided to make its own offer, and Arez picked AEW over WWE,” the report stated. “This is more notable than just Arez signing with AAAA, as it’s the first known AEW/WWE battle over a Mexican free agent since WWE acquired AAA – but I would emphasize the ‘known’ part.”

Known as "The King of Strange Style" (El Rey del Estilo Extraño), Arez is a highly-regarded veteran of the Mexican independent circuit, lauded for his unique and technical in-ring prowess in promotions like Lucha Libre AAA, Major League Wrestling (MLW), and Game Changer Wrestling (GCW).

The storyline introducing him as a clone of Hologram is particularly compelling given the real-life history between Arez and the man behind the Hologram character, Aramis. The two luchadors have a long and storied history as both rivals and partners, having produced numerous critically acclaimed matches against one another across Mexico and the United States. Their established chemistry adds a significant layer of depth to the new AEW angle.

WWE Monday Night RAW Results 09-01-2025

Jey Uso opens RAW wondering if he cost himself the World Championship by helping Roman Reigns. But family is more important than anything to Jey Uso.

He's interrupted by LA Knight who is furious about losing the fatal four way. Before Knight and USO could come to blows, Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed come out to mock them.

Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed vs. Jey Uso & LA Knight is announced for tonight.

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• KABUKI WARRIORS DEF. THE JUDGEMENT DAY

Asuka taps out Roxanne Perez to prove to Iyo Sky that the Kabuki Warriors can take care of Judgement Day

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Stephanie Vaquer's opponent for the Women's World Championship is revealed to be Iyo Sky!!!

They will wrestle for the championship at WWE Wrestlepalooza

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• FINN BALOR DEF. DRAGON LEE

The Paris, France audience LOSES THEIR MINDS for Finn Balor as he gets a victory over Dragon Lee in a pretty good match

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• PENTA AND THE WAR RAIDERS DEF THE NEW DAY

The New Day took this “fans” cell phone from the front row and destroyed it on the way down to the ring before they hold a Funeral for the Tag Team division during the commercial break.

Penta and the War Raiders win with the War Raiders botching their finish and Penta hitting a Mexican Destroyer

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Nikki Bella asks Iyo if she's ok alone with the Kabuki Warriors. Iyo says she is. Asuka gets possessive over Iyo saying Nikki is not a friend. Only Asuka and Kairi are.

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Rhea Ripley is interviewed backstage. She's asked about how it feels that Iyo is getting a title shot before her. Rhea said that she just has to keep working harder and she'll get her shot again.

She's cut off by Asuka and Kairi backstage. Asuka tells Asuka to stay away from Iyo. Rhea tells Asuka to stop pushing her buttons. Asuka says that she's been pushing for 10 years in WWE and she won't back down from anyone.

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• INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP: Dominik Mysterio def. AJ Styles

El Grande Americano costs AJ Styles the Intercontinental Championship by hitting him with a loaded headbutt behind the ref's back.

Dominik Mysterio's weeks of planning and scheming with Americano paid off and now he's coming for the AAA Mega Championship

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Michael Cole announces that Roman Reigns has multiple broken ribs after the attack from Bron and Bronson. Roman will be out indefinitely.

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Rusev gives his respect to Sheamus for their fight last night. He suggests that now that Sheamus knows that Rusev is the better man that maybe they can be friends again. Rusev puts the rest of the roster on notice not to get in his way.

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CM Punk calls out Seth Rollins and his music plays but it's Becky Lynch. Punk says he sees where this is going and wants no part of it.

Becky asks Punk if he thinks his actions only affect Seth Rollins?? They affected Becky Lynch and her family. When Punk left the WWE it was his name the fans chanted over both her and her husband's matches.

Becky says they need CM Punk to get out of the way because wrestling doesn't need him. He doesn't fit the Vision.

CM Punk says the Vision must be blurry because how is this a ten year beef over the fans chanting his name. Its not his fault he's the Best in the World.

Meanwhile CM Punk is working the house shows and he didn't see Becky or Seth anywhere. Rollins hides behind Bronson and Bron. And now he hides behind his wife.

CM Punk says this beef between him and Rollins will NEVER BE OVER. This finally brings out Rollins. Rollins, from the entrance ramp, says if Punk has something to say, say it to his face.

Becky doesn't let Punk. Rollins leaves. Becky slaps Punk across the face.

Punk says Becky Lynch is going to regret putting her hands on him. Becky says she already does. She has his nasty sweat on her hands.

CM Punk tries to catch up to Seth Rollins, but Adam Pearce tells him they've already left. CM Punk asks where SmackDown is on Friday, Adam Pearce says Chicago.

Punk smiles HARD. He's got something planned.

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The Usos are reunited!!!

• Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed def. Jey Uso and LA Knight

Post match the Brons destroyed Jey Uso and they would've done him in like Roman Reigns but Jimmy Uso comes to the save!!!

Why All In 2018 Is The Most Important Wrestling Event in Modern History

Seven years ago today, Cody Rhodes and the Young Bucks held the original All In event.

To understand why it is arguably the single most important wrestling event in modern history, we have to go back to 2001.

With WCW and ECW gone, the WWF became the last remaining major professional wrestling promotion in North America, a position it would hold for nearly two decades. From this supreme dominance, a vacuum developed.

This vacuum, combined with the passion of unsigned wrestlers in the early 2000s, gave birth to the American Independent Wrestling scene.

Promotions like Ring of Honor, CZW, PWG, TNA and IWA-MS sprung up, providing an alternative style and a place of employment for those outside the WWE system.

As WWE largely closed its doors to working partnerships, promotions from Japan, Mexico, and Europe began building relationships with the American Independents, cultivating a growing interest in international wrestling among US fans.

New Japan Pro Wrestling, in particular, saw a major resurgence thanks in part to fans like the late RealHero12089 Jahmale Hepburn sharing NJPW shows with Americans who otherwise had no access.

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By 2018, partnerships like the one between ROH and NJPW had formed the framework of an alternative wrestling ecosystem. However, the true potential of this scene remained untapped until Cody Rhodes and the Young Bucks took a tweet from Dave Meltzer—claiming a non-WWE show couldn't sell 10,000 seats—as a direct challenge.

In response, they self-funded their own event, All In, and sold over 10,000 tickets in under 30 minutes, proving the alternative style was a quantifiable success. Capturing the attention of billionaire wrestling fan Tony Khan. Unbeknownst to Cody and the Bucks, Khan was already making in roads to putting a new wrestling show on cable television.

Four months later, All Elite Wrestling was announced. The spiritual successor to All In.

While All In was intended to be a culmination of everything the American indies and international federations had built, it ultimately became a beacon for the future of the industry.

Today, there are once again two major national promotions in America, with one—All Elite Wrestling, the direct successor to All In—maintaining a focus on the very alternative styles that built its foundation.

The importance of the original All In event should never be lost to history; just because this chapter doesn't belong to WWE, it is no less significant.

AJ Lee Returning to WWE?

According to Fightful, AJ Lee's name has been circulating internally in various pitches over the last couple of months. Notably, these pitches haven't been dismissed as they have in the past, with WWE sources indicating more traction on a potential comeback than in previous years.

A high-ranking WWE official expressed confidence in Lee's ability to return to the ring without issue, citing her physical condition and the precedent set by her husband, CM Punk, who also made a successful return after a prolonged absence. This sentiment is reportedly shared by many within the company, who believe she could seamlessly transition back into a prominent role.

The speculation reached a fever pitch at the conclusion of WWE's Clash in Paris event. In the main event, Seth Rollins retained his World Heavyweight Championship in a chaotic fatal four-way match against CM Punk, Jey Uso, and LA Knight. In the aftermath of the match, the ongoing animosity between Rollins and CM Punk led to Becky Lynch’s involvement.

As Punk was leaving the arena, he acknowledged a fan's sign that read "AJ Lee," holding it up for the cameras in a move many are interpreting as a deliberate tease.

This moment, combined with the internal discussions at WWE, strongly suggests that the door is more open than ever for an AJ Lee return. While nothing is confirmed, the events at Clash in Paris have added significant weight to the rumors, leaving fans to wonder if and when they will once again hear the familiar "Let's Light It Up" theme song in a WWE arena.

WWE Clash in Paris 2025 Results 08-31-2025

WWE Clash in Paris 2025 Results 08-31-2025

• ROMAN REIGNS DEF. BRONSON REED

Pretty good match that saw Bronson Reed counter the spear with several creative reversals. Until he finally gets one and wins.

Post match Roman Reigns chokes out Paul Heyman and takes his sneakers back. He signs the sneakers and throws them into the crowd but Bron Breakker appears out of nowhere and spears Roman through a table!!!

Roman Reigns just wanted his sneakers back and now he's dead..

Reigns should never have touched Paul Heyman. Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed have ended Roman Reigns.

Spear through a table. Spear at the ring entrance.

Bron Breakker literally asks Roman if he's ready to die.

Roman gets rolled into the ring. Tsunami. Stretchered.

Reed runs back out!! Tsunami!!! Jey USO is FINALLY HERE. It's not enough. Spear to Jey. ANOTHER TSUNAMI on the stretcher.

Rest in Peace, Tribal Chief.

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Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker are removed from the building. They will not be in attendance for the main event tonight.

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• WWE Tag Team Championships: Wyatt Sicks def. Street Profits

Street Profits came out in Borderlands gear!!! But.... They're not getting along????

Dawkins slapped Ford across the chest and requested to get in the ring first which Ford did not seem to appreciate

The Wyatt Sicks got the win after Nikki Cross grabbed Ford's leg and Uncle Howdy hit Ford with the Sister Abigail behind the ref's back.

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• INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP: BECKY LYNCH DEF. NIKKI BELLA

The less said about this, the better.

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• GOOD OL FASHIONED DONNIEBROOK MATCH: Rusev def. Sheamus

Rusev and Sheamus beat each other up in a brutal brawl across the arena. Match of the night so far that ends when Rusev makes Sheamus tap out for the second time in his entire career.

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• JOHN CENA DEF. LOGAN PAUL

Unbelievable performance from John Cena and Logan Paul!!!!!!

Without a doubt Paul's greatest professional wrestling performance thus far.

The industry will be a darker place when John Cena retires this year. Thank you, Cena.

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• WWE World Heavyweight Championship: Seth Rollins def. CM Punk, LA Knight and Jey Uso

Becky Lynch just cost CM Punk the World Heavyweight Championship!!!!!!

CM Punk had Rollins up for a second GTS when a masked person hits Punk with a Low Blow. It's revealed to be Becky Lynch and then Rollins curb stomps Punk into a steel chair for the victory

WATCH ROH Death Before Dishonor 08-29-2025

ROH Death Before Dishonor Results

Pre Show

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Jay Lethal def Jordan Oliver

Billie Starkz defeated Ashley Vox

Dralistico wins the $50k Fatal Four Way pinning AR Fox

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MAIN SHOW

• Tomohiro Ishii and Hologram def. the Premiere Athletes

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New Ring of Honor Six Man Tag Team Champions!!!!

• STP DEF. SAMMY GUERVARA AND THE VON ERICHS

This match that saw the Philly crowd reject Sammy Guervara and cheer very loudly when he got pinned.

Photo Credit: Robert Spinelli

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• ROH WOMEN'S PURE CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT: Queen Aminata def. Taya Valkyrie

Deonna Purrazzo suddenly appears to interrupt Queen Aminata's post match celebration. She offers Aminata a handshake and Aminata tries to lick her nose 💀

📷 Robert Spinelli

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• The Swirl(Blake Christian and Lee Johnson) def. the Kingdom(Mike Bennett and Matt Taven)

Jay Lethal watched the entire match on a screen backstage with disgust on his face.

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• ROH PURE CHAMPIONSHIP: Lee Moriarty def. Xelhua

Great match to showcase the very young Xelhua to an international audience. Lee Moriarty continues to reign as longest holder of the ROH Pure Championship of all time.

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• QT MARSHALL DEF. PAUL WALTER HAUSER

He's. A. Wrestler.

Cobra Kai, Fantastic Four and Naked Gun's Paul Walter Hauser just had a FULL ON hardcore match at the ECW Arena with QT Marshall.

Glass, Tables, Golden Globes, Blood, Thumbtacks.

QT Marshall wins when he gives Hauser an avalanche Cutter through a table COVERED IN GLASS

"He's a wrestler" chants for PWH as he receives QTs respect and a standing ovation from Philadelphia

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• ROH TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS: SAMMY GUERVARA AND RUSH DEF. THE OUTRUNNERS

Sammy Guervara turned heel on the crowd that rejected him a few hours earlier!!

Sammy revealed Dustin Rhodes replacement to be LFI's RUSH!!

Sammy and Rush defeat the Outrunners for the vacant ROH Tag Team Championships then Sammy Guervara joins La Faction Ingobernable

Sammy completes the turn by destroying his former partners, the Von Erichs.

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• ROH WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP: Bandido(c) def. Hechicero

37 minutes of gourmet professional wrestling. Bandido continues to build one of the most incredible resumes of any wrestler in 2025. Hechicero continues to take advantage of any opportunities he gets in front of this new American audience.

Undoubtedly another Match of the Year contender from ROH World Champion Bandido

WWE Smackdown Results 08-29-2025 | Sami Zayn Wins US Title

John Cena and Logan Paul open up Smackdown with a back and forth that saw Logan Paul insulting the crowd IN FRENCH.

John Cena calls Logan Paul stupid for thinking he can become a real WWE Superstar without the support of the fans. John Cena sees potential in Logan Paul.

Cena says this is a teachable moment so he finds the kid he insulted in the crowd earlier this year apologized to him. Kid was more worried about his selfie than the moment but he figured it out in the end.

Logan Paul says wrap this charity case stuff up. Cena says "You're the one who wanted the match, Dickhead."

Cena leaves the promo saying Logan Paul is going up against the greatest so he better be ready

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• ALEXA BLISS DEF. CHELSEA GREEN

Chelsea and Alba Fyre attacked Charlotte and Bliss before their Tag Team match, injuring Charlotte and screwing themselves out of a title match.

Post match, Bliss is jumped by Green and Fyre. Charlotte runs out to save her but it isn't enough. Fyre and Green stand tall.

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Cathy Kelly interviews Damian Priest who says Aleister Black doesn't know what he's getting himself into. But he's about to find out.

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• MICHIN DEF. KIANA JAMES IN TEN SECONDS

Post match Giulia and Kiana beat Michin down.

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Drew McIntyre calls out Randy Orton. Orton comes out to a massive ovation. Drew says if Orton attacked him to get revenge for losing at Summerslam then that's cool.

But if Orton attacked Drew for Cody Rhodes then Orton is wrong. Cody is not a friend. If Cody called up Orton in the hospital it wasn't to check up, it was to get info.

Orton says he actually understands and he will take note of that. But he didn't attack for Cody. He attacked Drew because he thinks Drew is a prick. A brawl begins. Orton is going to Punt kick Drew when security runs down.

RKOs for everyone including agent Hurricane Helms!!

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• NUMBER ONE CONTENDERSHIP: Street Profits def. Melo Don't Miz

The Wyatt Sicks distracted the Miz, keeping him from tagging Melo and costing them the match.

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Jade Cargill reveals she is the number one contender for Tiffany Stratton's WWE Women's Champion

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• WWE US CHAMPIONSHIP: Sami Zayn def. Solo Sikoa(c)

Sami Zayn is the new United States Champion after a match with Solo Sikoa that saw the NFTs interfering and the Bloodline’s Jimmy Uso and Jacob Fatu coming out to even the odds.

In the end, Sami Zayn pins Solo after two Helluva kicks to win his first US Title

CMLL to Team With Pokemon Company for Special Event

To celebrate the upcoming launch of the Pokémon Legends: Z-A game, including the Lucha themed Pokemon Hawlucha and it's new Mega Form, The Pokémon Company International has partnered with Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL) to host a special event at Arena México in Mexico City on September 25, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. PDT (7:00 p.m. CST).

The showcase will feature four exhibition matches with top lucha libre wrestlers, including fan-favorite Místico, with tickets available soon through Ticketmaster.

Fans can experience the action live in the arena or watch online via the official Pokémon and CMLL YouTube channels.

AEW Dynamite Results 8-27-2025

AEW Opens live from the historic 2300 Arena, known for extreme.

FTR & Big Stoke come down to ringside, arguing with fans and taking in all the boo’s. Dax can’t even hear himself with how loud the crowd is! Dax calls out referee Paul Turner, blaming him for their failure at Forbidden Door. Dax wants Paul to admit he was wrong and reverse the decision, making THEM the new tag-team champions.

Paul says his decision is final! Stoke calls him an idiot and pushes Paul Turner… until Adam Copeland has had enough! As they look to the entrance and Copeland, Christian Cage sneaks up from behind and hits the Killswitch on Stoke!!! It’s a huge brawl as security steps in to break things up between E&C and FTR!

Christian Cage says they took care of his problem at Forbidden Door and now… it’s time to take care of Adam’s problem. Christian says he understands that FTR both have… a father!
“CASH, YOU HAVE A FATHER. DAX, YOU HAVE A FATHER AS WELL.... AND THAT BITCH IS DEAD.”

FTR try to run back in and fight, but security and the referees are quick to keep them apart. A match for All Out is then confirmed between FTR and Cope & Cage.

Opening Match: Jon Moxley vs Daniel Garcia

Jon Moxley enters through the crowd, per usual. Daniel Garcia gets an entrance that definitely fits the old ECW vibe!

The match was a back and forth bout with Daddy Magic coming out to give Garcia some assistance. It didn’t matter as Moxley got the win with a small package pin. Afterwords, Mox tried to show respect to Garcia who was very dejected from this loss.

Winner: Jon Moxley

Wheeler Yuta attempts to cut a promo, talking about his accomplishments and the top tier talent he has defeated or former friends taken out over the years such as Chuck Taylor and Bryan Danielson.

In traditional ECW fashion, the lights went out… AND THEN WE SEE THE HOOK SIGNAL!

Hook, with a new presentation and some bulk on him, comes out and takes down Yuta in the same venue his dad used to send foes to sleep with the Tazmission!

Megan Bayne and Penelope Ford vs. Kris Statlander and Harley Cameron

Statlander and Harley showcase more of their growing team chemistry in this match. Harley even was able to clear the Megasus from the ring which allowed the powerful Kris Statlander to submit Penelope.

WINNERS: Statlander & Harley

Bayne & Ford attack after the bell, but Willow Nightingale runs in to save the day. Stat doesn’t seem to want Willow’s help, but Harley clears the air and celebrates with the two top women’s wrestlers!

Mercedes Mone is out with her flowers and a table full of her nine championships! Mercedes says she’s coming for your championships because she WILL smash Ultimo Dragon’s record of 10 titles at once!

Renee brings up Alex Windsor (as the crowd all go WINDSOR!) and Mone gets mad at this. Mercedes threatens to leave Alex in a hospital next to Will Ospreay.

DON CALLIS ARMY vs Brodido & JetSpeed

It’s truly a battle of the All Stars as Don Callis has a super team of Hechicero, Josh Alexander, Konosuke Takeshita, and AEW Unified Champion Kazuchika Okada up against Kevin Knight, Speedball Bailey, and the AEW Tag-Team Champions Brody King & Bandido.

We get some dissension among the Family as Takeshita and Okada go face to face after Takeshita doesn’t cooperate with the Rainmaker. The Army unites as chaos erupts! Josh Alexander secures a surprise roll-up on Speedball Bailey to get a victory for Don Callis’ super group!

WINNERS: Don Callis Army

Hangman Adam Page comes out to cut a promo, but is swiftly interrupted by Don Callis and his Army. Hangman, surrounded, tries to shoot first by leaping out towards the tough Josh Alexander. The numbers were too much until JetSpeed come back out to pick back up where they left off!

The numbers are still too much until… KENNY OMEGA ENTERS THE ECW ARENA!!! Omega cleans house of almost all of the Don Callis Family until Lance Archer tries to take on Omega. Hangman and Kenny bring back their old duo finish as we get a combination V-Trigger x Buckshot Lariat combo!

Trios Tag-Team Titles: The Opps vs Ricochet & Gates of Agony

A lot of chants for MEAT as we get a battle of AEW’s titans! Ricochet & GoA seem to get the upper-hand… until MVP comes out of nowhere to blast Ricochet in the head with his cane as payback for Forbidden Door! Samoa Joe secures the win to retain the titles for his team.

WINNERS: The Opps

As the Gates of Agony try helping Ricochet to his feat, The Hurt Syndicate comes out to get their revenge! Another battle of the gargantuan resumes on the stage as GoA brawl all over the stage with Bobby Lashley & Shelton Benjamin!

MAIN EVENT: Darby Allin vs Claudio Castagnoli

The Brute of the Death Riders gets attacked backstage by the wild Darby Allin! Darby gets thrown into a shopping cart and then pushed right into a sea of chairs! And this is all within the first minute. The wrestlers fight to the ringside area where Darby gets away from the strong Claudio. Darby climbs 15-20 feet in the air on one of the ECW Arena pillars before a MASSIVE COFFIN DROP onto Claudio!

Inside the ring, we have what Dusty Rhodes used to call ‘plunder’ all over the place! Claudio lifts up Darby like it’s nothing AND TOSSES HIM RIGHT ONTO THE ANNOUNCE TABLE! Similar to what Yuta faced at Forbidden Door, the table DID NOT break! It did temporarily disconnect commentary, though.

As the announcers come back online, Darby gets back in the ring with Claudio where the two (who have already done tremendous damage to one another) get some back and forth shots. Darby nails a code red, but Claudio smashes Darby onto a pile of chairs with an Avalanche Gutwrench. IT’S ANYONE’S GAME!

Finally, Darby hits a few more Coffin Drops onto Claudio to finish him off for the win. No time to celebrate though as a man in a hood jumps Darby from behind. It’s Gabe Kidd! Gabe and Mox look to eliminate Darby once and for all, but the spirit of ECW gives Darby a second wind to fight back and escape the Death Riders who give chase!

WINNER: Darby Allin

Maki Itoh Departs Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling

Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling (TJPW) has announced the departure of Maki Itoh, whose contract expired following the Korakuen Hall event on August 23, 2025. After extensive discussions, both Itoh and TJPW mutually agreed not to renew her contract, concluding her tenure with the promotion at the recent event.

Maki said in a statement:

“With the Korakuen Hall show on August 23, 2025, my contract with TJPW has come to an end.

Back when I was struggling as an idol, it was Takagi who discovered me.

I wasn't good at singing or dancing, and I was never that popular-but the one thing I was ever praised for was pro wrestling.

Thanks to TJPW, I was able to spend 8 years and 7 months growing and living alongside this company.

It's all because of TJPW and everyone I've met along the way.

I'll continue wrestling, so I'm sure we'll meet again somewhere down the road!

I'll never forget the gratitude I feel toward everyone who has supported me, and I'll keep treasuring the experience and knowledge I gained here as I move forward.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you fuck you all!”

Itoh, known for her unique character and passionate fanbase both in Japan and internationally, has been a prominent figure in TJPW for several years. While her future endeavors have not been explicitly stated, her departure comes at a time when many Japanese wrestlers have been increasing their appearances and profiles within the United States professional wrestling scene.

Over the past few years, there has been a noticeable increase in appearances by Japanese wrestlers in the United States. Promotions such as All Elite Wrestling (AEW), IMPACT Wrestling, and various independent organizations have actively featured talent from Japan, reflecting a growing interest in and appreciation for the distinct style and athleticism of Japanese wrestling. This trend has provided opportunities for wrestlers to gain international exposure and connect with a wider audience.

The reasons behind this rise in US appearances are multifaceted. For Japanese wrestlers, it offers a chance to broaden their experience, test their skills against different styles, and potentially reach a larger and more lucrative market. Simultaneously, US-based promotions benefit from the unique drawing power and in-ring prowess that Japanese talent brings, adding a different flavor to their shows and attracting fans intrigued by international wrestling. The increasing accessibility of international travel and communication has also facilitated these cross-promotional relationships and individual bookings.

Maki Itoh herself has made several appearances in the United States in recent years, gaining significant popularity with American fans through her involvement with AEW. Her fiery in-ring style and engaging personality resonated strongly, contributing to the broader trend of Japanese wrestlers making a mark in the US. While her departure from TJPW marks the end of a chapter, the current climate suggests that opportunities for her to continue her career, potentially including further appearances in the United States, are likely to be available. The wrestling world will be watching closely to see what the future holds for the beloved "top idol."

Syko Stu Missing Teeth, Left Without Memory on a Breathing Tube After Raja Jackson Incident

An update on the chaotic scene that unfolded at a recent KnokX Pro Wrestling event in Los Angeles, as Raja Jackson, son of MMA legend Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, engaged in a brutal, unscheduled attack on veteran professional wrestler Stuart "Syko Stu" Smith.

The incident, which was captured on video during a live stream on Kick, has resulted in serious injuries for Smith and prompted investigations by both law enforcement and the wrestling promotion itself.

Footage of the altercation shows Jackson entering the ring and forcefully slamming Smith to the canvas. Smith appears to lose consciousness upon impact. Jackson then mounted his opponent and delivered a barrage of over twenty punches to Smith's head before other wrestlers intervened to stop the assault.

One of these interveners, "The Epic" Douglas Malo, a guest on "The Scaling Up Podcast," was present at the event and stated he effectively saved Stu from further harm.

Another wrestler was also seen pinning an unconscious Syko Stu after the initial assault. The podcast discussion also raised concerns that the assault may have been premeditated, with some suggesting Jackson was encouraged to harm Stu.

This in-ring violence followed an earlier altercation where Smith was filmed striking Jackson on the head with a canned beverage. According to a video, Smith had mistaken Jackson for a fellow wrestler. While the precise sequence of events and motivations are still under scrutiny, KnokX Pro Wrestling has labeled the incident a "work that went wrong," suggesting a planned segment that devolved into real violence.

However, the severity of Smith's injuries, which include broken facial bones and lost teeth, casts serious doubt on this initial characterization.

According to Doug, Smith had to be medically induced into a coma due to the severity of his injuries. The hosts also claimed that after the assault, Raja showed no remorse, citing personal issues as a reason for his actions. The wrestling school has been accused of not cooperating with the police.

Quinton "Rampage" Jackson has since issued a public apology for his son's actions, citing a recent concussion Raja had sustained and stating he should not have been participating in any physical activity. In response, the person who intervened to stop the assault has challenged Rampage Jackson to a charity boxing match to raise money for Syko Stu's medical expenses.

In the aftermath, reports have surfaced regarding potential support for Syko Stu. Notably, online personality MrBeast has allegedly offered assistance to Smith, although the specifics and authenticity of this offer are still developing.

The Los Angeles Police Department has confirmed they are investigating the incident. Meanwhile, Syko Stu's family has acknowledged the outpouring of support but has also warned against fraudulent fundraising efforts in his name. They have stated that he is in stable but critical condition.

Douglas Malo also noted the long-term consequences of the event, including the trauma experienced by children who witnessed the assault.

The investigations underway will likely focus on the breakdown in protocol, the instigating factors behind the violence, and the accountability of all parties involved.

WWE RAW Results 08-26-2025

Roman Reigns opens the show to an incredible ovation. He says they sound the way they always did but life is not the same. He needs to be truthful to himself.

Cody Rhodes predicted this downfall would happen(loud boos). He is not the same man he was at his peak. Roman says the Vision has made sure of this.

Roman says he's proud of his cousin Jey Uso. Anyone who questions Jey is wrong and needs to accept that Roman’s time will come later.

Paul Heyman and Bronson Reed interrupt. Heyman says five years ago, he became the Wiseman. They built the Bloodline together.

But Roman is alone now because of himself. Paul Heyman says he STILL loves his Tribal Chief. Which is why he's going to disrespect him.

Roman Reigns needs tough love. But Heyman knows he's not man enough to beat it into Roman but Bronson Reed is.

Roman calls Heyman a dumbass who's going to kiss his ass on Sunday after he whoops Bronson’s ass.

Bronson says Roman’s Samoan tribe was pampered but Bronson’s Samoan tribe was exiled to Australia. Roman’s tribal tats are paid for. Bronson’s are earned.

Roman says hold up, this guy's Samoan??? If he's Samoan than his ass belongs to Roman Reigns. Since they're cut from the same cloth, why doesn't he just bring the shoes down and call it even.

Bronson comes down to the ring and they brawl to the commercial break

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Dom Mysterio is backstage talking to El Grande Americano but Finn Balor and JD don't approve. Dom says he's got it handled.

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• DRAGON LEE def. JD MCDONOUGH

Great match that ended when AJ Styles thwarted Dom Mysterio from interfering

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Rusev segment where he says he loves to hurt people and Sheamus specifically.

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Finn asks Dom what happened out there he was supposed to help JD, Dom says Finn is the one who got himself kicked out. Raquel Rodriguez says Liv wouldn't want everyone arguing.

Dom says since Finn knows AJ Styles the best, he should fight him tonight.

AJ Styles vs Finn Balor set.

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• KOFI KINGSTON DEF. PENTA

Kofi Kingston def Penta in a match where Kofi straight up KICKED OUT of the Penta Driver 😳

Grayson Waller's interference helped win Kofi the match

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Iyo Sky tells Rhea Ripley they can't hang out anymore because Asuka and Kairi are her family and don't want Rhea in their business.

Asuka and Kairi are creeping in the background unapprovingly. Before Rhea walks away, Iyo grabs her arm and pulls her in for a hug. Asuka gets visibly upset and storms off.

Adam Pearce tells Stephanie Vaquer that she won't be competing in the Clash in Paris PLE. He will name her opponent and the date of the match next week.

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“I’m not a loser like Aston Villa or Birmingham City.

The only good thing that came outta here died a month ago. But in fairness to Ozzy Osbourne he had the good sense to move to LA. Because if I lived in Birmingham I’d die too"- Becky Lynch

Nikki Bella comes down to interrupt Becky Lynch and ask why she's been such a bitch.

Sunday at WWE Clash in Paris

Women’s Intercontinental Championship

Becky Lynch (c) vs. Nikki Bella

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• Rhea Ripley def. Roxanne Perez

Post match, Raquel and Roxanne attack Rhea but Iyo Sky runs out for the save. Despite breaking up with Rhea earlier in front of Asuka who was not happy that Iyo hugged Rhea Ripley after the break up.

Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley are backstage. Rhea says so much for staying away from each other. Iyo says she owes Rhea for last week. Rhea says Iyo doesn't owe her anything. She walks off.

Asuka comes in screaming. She doesn't trust Rhea Ripley and now she doesn't trust Iyo. She storms off and Iyo asks Kairi to trust her but Kairi says sorry and leaves in tears

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• AJ Styles def. Finn Balor

Backstage Dom finds Adam Pearce and asks him to end this AJ Styles situation for them. So Adam Pearce sets AJ Styles vs Dominik Mysterio for the IC Title next week on RAW

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Bayley is being pulled in two directions by the light and dark sides of her personality. Lyra Valkyria has become genuinely concerned for her

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Roman Reigns attacks Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker backstage. He takes out Reed while LA Knight appears and brawls Bron Breakker to the ring for the main event

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• Bron Breakker def. LA Knight

LA Knight has got Bron Breakker where he wants him but Seth Rollins gets involved with a distraction that allows Bron to hit Knight with the Super Spear.

Rollins and Breakker jump LA Knight after the match. Jey Uso runs out to save him but eats a Pedigree. CM PUNK runs out to clear the ring.

Then Punk, USO and Knight start arguing. Punk pushes LA Knight into Jey Uso. USO superkicked Knight. Stands with Punk. Then Jey Uso superkicks Punk too.

AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door Results 08-24-2025

"This guy's dope as hell!"

~ Kyle O'Reilly about Yuya Uemura

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• YUYA UEMURA, THE PARAGON AND EL DEPARADO DEF THE DON CALLIS FAMILY AND THE CRU

Post match, the heels jump the babyfaces, Ishii runs out for the save but Roderick Strong won't let Roddy celebrate with Ishii

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• RICOCHET AND GATES OF AGONY DEF. JETSPEED AND MICHAEL OKU

Excellent pre show match with everyone flying around and being based by the ever improving Gates of Agony.

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• Triangle of Madness and Megan Bayne def. Willow Nightengale, Harley Cameron, Queen Aminata and Kris Statlander

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• AEW TRIOS CHAMPIONSHIPS: THE OPPS DEF. BULLET CLUB WAR DOGS

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MAIN SHOW

• ADAM COPELAND AND CHRISTIAN CAGE DEF KIP SABIAN AND KILLSWITCH

Very fun match that saw Christian trying to avoid Luchasaurus and tagging Edge in without his permission or avoiding extending his arm out too far to get tagged in.

Edge and Christian hit multiple classic double team moves and even some new ones!!

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• AEW TNT Championship: Kyle Fletcher def. Hiromu Takahashi

WHAT A MATCH!!!! Absolute classic from Kyle Fletcher and Takahashi that show Takahashi as a worthy challenger in match with a seemingly obvious conclusion.

Kyle Fletcher continues to make his case for the brightest rising star wrestler in the world today

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• AEW TBS CHAMPIONSHIP: Mercedes Moné def. Persiphone, Alex Windsor and Bozilla

Very good match with tons of innovation. Bozilla will be a star

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"Technical wrestling is like chess... You got a give up a hold to take a hold."

Nigel McGuiness and the legendary Johnny Saint playing chess in a pre match video as Nigel challenges Zack Sabre Jr for the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship

• Zack Sabre Jr def. Nigel McGuiness to retain the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship

What a piece of art, a technical wrestling match that was different from anything else on the card.

The kind of match only Nigel and ZSJ could have provided.

Daniel Garcia had to be warned several times not to get involved or touch the ropes. But he did not turn on Nigel. They hugged instead

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Jamie Hayter is back from injury!!!

Thekla and Queen Aminata brawled out to the walkway from backstage. Skye Blue and Julia Hart jumped Aminata but JAMIE HAYTER returns for the save

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Whose house?! God Damn Swerve Strickland's house 😤

Swerve rocking the Mister Terrific tribute gear for his match against Kazuchika Okada!!!

Wardlow is back and IN THE DON CALLIS FAMILY?!?!

• Kazuchika Okada def. Swerve Strickland

Post match, Okada destroyed Swerves knee and Nana comes out to save him.

THEN WARDLOW APPEARS! Wardlow attacked Prince Nana while Swerve stares on helplessly!!

The Don CALLIS FAMILY is AN ARMY NOW

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• Toni Storm def Athena to retain the AEW Women's Championship with a chicken wing submission.

Mina Shirakawa ran out to stop Billie Starkz from interfering

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• AEW World Championship: Hangman Adam Page def. MJF

What. A. Match.

MJF tried several times to make Hangman Adam Page disqualify himself. It did not work. At one point, Hangman was actually pinned by MJF for the three count while he had his foot on the rope, the way Mark Briscoe lost a shot at the title.

But this time Briscoe saved Hangman from suffering the same fate.

Hangman gets revenge on MJF by smoking him with the contract behind the refs back and then hitting the Buckshot for the win.

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• LIGHTS OUT STEEL CAGE: Will Ospreay, Kenny Omega, Kota Ibushi, Darby Allin and Hiroshi Tanahashi def Death Riders, Young Bucks and Gabe Kidd

-WILL OSPREAY GETS A HEROES WELCOME TO FORBIDDEN DOOR AT THE O2 ARENA!!

-The Young Bucks got their entrance music cut and then MMMBop STARTED PLAYING. This was their first Indy theme music

TABLES, LADDERS AND BEARS, OH MY!!

Another absolute batshit insane match from AEW that must be seen.

Production left a bag of weapons for the Young Bucks under the ring. But it was not thumbtacks.

It was GUMMY BEARS!!!!!! 💀🔥

Jon Moxley put a FORK in Darby Allin's ear lobe.

The babyfaces had to stop TANAHASHI from doing a dive off a cage.

Darby tossed Wheeler Yuta off the cage through the Japanese announce table. THE TABLE DID NOT BREAK!!! El Desparado, who was on commentary, stood there to catch Yuta for some reason and also died.

Darby Allin and Gabe Kidd went from the top of a cage through two tables at ringside!!!!!!!!

What a freaking match.

Will Ospreay was left alone in the ring to say goodbye before he leaves for surgery.

But the Death Riders run in, lock the cage and ended Will Ospreay for good.

Several Death Riders DDTs and then a stomped neck through a chair.

Will Ospreay is no more.

WWE Smackdown Results 08-22-2025

Becky Lynch opens Smackdown in Dublin, Ireland. The crowd has a massive eruption for her but Becky turns on them immediately by telling them they don't deserve this show.

The crowd chants for Lyra Valkyria. Then they start chanting for CM Punk and Becky says “Nobody wants that old ass!”

Tiffany Stratton comes out to question why Becky Lynch is on her show. Which brings out Nia Jax.

The heels attack Tiffany Stratton but she's saved by Jade Cargill.

Becky Lynch & Nia Jax vs. Tiffany Stratton & Jade Cargill is announced for the main event tonight.

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• MELO DON'T MIZ DEF. MCMG

Ireland LOVES the Miz 💀💀

We Want Miz, Miz is Awesome. Massive pops anytime he was in the ring. The Miz tries to tag himself in the way he did last week but Melo protests. Alex Shelly shoves Melo into the Miz and they almost lose the match but Miz does tag himself in and gets the win.

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Backstage segment with Solo Sikoa coming up to Jimmy Uso to congratulate him on the baby.

He wants Jimmy to name the baby after Uncle Solo 💀

Sami Zayn says stop worrying about naming other people's babies and start worrying about keeping that US Title because WRESTLEMANIA MAIN EVENTER Sami Zayn is coming for it at Clash in Paris.

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• PIPER NIVEN DEF. CHARLOTTE FLAIR

Joe Tessatore announced that Alexa Bliss is not able to be here tonight due to the beatdown last week from Chelsea Green and the Secret HERvice

This allows Chelsea Green to run interference undisturbed and cost Charlotte this match against Piper Niven

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Michin wants a US Title match from Giulia but Kiana James says Michin will have to go through her first.

Michin vs Kiana James is set.

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“IT'S A DISAPPOINTMENT BECAUSE WE WERE SO EXCITED THAT YOU CAME TO WWE, WE OPENED OUR ARMS BUT INSTEAD OF APPRECIATING ALL THIS, WHAT DID YOU DO?"

"YOU USE US AS A MARKETING STRATEGY TO BUY ANOTHER POKEMON CARD”

Logan Paul says John Cena is an outsider now and Logan Paul is the wrestler. Logan says he doesn't need to get naked at the Oscars to get attention. This is Logan Paul's house now.

John Cena drops a pipe bomb on Logan. He says Logan Paul is right, he is not an outsider. He's a disappointment.

WWE opens their arms for him and he uses them as a franchise opportunity. Logan Paul is facing John Cena and wasting a spot that could go to people like Dom Mysterio or AJ Styles.

Logan has said he puts his life on the line when he gets in the ring. Logan Paul has had 23 matches in his entire time in the WWE. John Cena has been here 23 years.

At Clash in Paris, Logan Paul is going to step into the ring with the greatest of all time. Logan slaps the hat off of Cena's head and gets an FU for his troubles.

Cena stands tall to end the segment.

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Drew McIntyre finds Logan Paul backstage and gives him advice. Drew says Logan is scared of the mystique of "Super Cena". He tells Logan he still has an opportunity to make it right tonight, by any means necessary.

He looks Logan in the eye and reiterates... By any. Means. Necessary.

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• STREET PROFITS DEF. MFTS

Talla Tonga and Solo tried to cost the Profits the match but Jimmy Uso and Sami Zayn even the odds allowing Montez Ford to get the victory for his team.

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R-Truth says him vs Aleister Black is cancelled because Truth flew to Dublin, Georgia instead of Dublin, Ireland. Say hello to Truth"‘s little friend.

Damian Priest returns to action after three weeks to get revenge on Black

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Drew McIntyre is bragging about how he took Cody Rhodes out of action is going to take the WWE Championship when RANDY ORTON RETURNS and takes out Drew with an RKO

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JADE CARGILL AND TIFFANY STRATTON DEF NIA JAX AND BECKY LYNCH

Pretty good match that ends with Jade and Tiffy doing tandem finishers into Nia Jax for the victory

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John Cena is leaving the arena when Nick Aldis stops him to say they've heard back from Brock Lesnar, before a match can be made official, Logan Paul hits Cena with a drive by brass knuckles KO

See you in Paris, Cena.

Olympian Rugby Player Ilona Maher Approached By WWE

After her turn on Dancing With the Stars last year, rugby star and Olympic bronze medalist Ilona Maher is considering a new kind of spotlight.

She recently revealed to BBC Sport that she’s “been approached before by the WWE,” adding that if she joined the company, her ring name would be “Maher-vellous.” Maher said, “I don’t know if I would [go into wrestling]. I should think about it, there is great money in it,” noting that she also has her eyes on the “acting space.”

Maher's background as a USA Rugby Olympian gives her a unique advantage in any physical role. Known for her powerful tackles and commanding presence on the field, her athletic skillset translates well to the physical demands of pro wrestling.

Beyond her athletic prowess, Maher has also cultivated a large social media following, particularly on TikTok, where her humorous and relatable content has earned her a reputation for charisma and stage presence.

Hulk Hogan Death Potentially Cause by Medical Malpractice

While the official cause of Hulk Hogan’s death was a heart attack, TMZ reports medical malpractice may have played a significant role. This report, if accurate, could open the door for a massive lawsuit.

According to a police report from the Clearwater PD, an occupational therapist was at Hogan’s home when he stopped breathing. The therapist reportedly told officers that Hogan was a victim of medical malpractice, claiming a surgeon had “severed” his phrenic nerve during a recent operation—it's still unclear if it was for his heart or neck. For those unfamiliar, the phrenic nerve is crucial as it controls the diaphragm and, by extension, breathing. The therapist's statements were allegedly captured on police body camera footage, which is now on "lockdown," but multiple sources have confirmed the contents of the report and the existence of the footage.

Hogan's wife, Sky, was the one who raised the alarm when he stopped breathing, leading to the 911 call. Meanwhile, Hogan's daughter, Brooke, has publicly called for an autopsy. We are told that as of a week ago, his body had not yet been cremated, but the family has not yet released any further information on whether that has changed.

The potential for a legal battle looms large, especially considering Hogan's past. He had previously sued a different medical clinic for $50 million over a botched back surgery that he claimed ruined his ability to earn a living. The case was eventually settled for an undisclosed amount. With his daughter pushing for an autopsy and the alleged body cam footage on file, this situation is far from over.

Hulk Hogan died on July 24th, 2025

WRESTLEPALOOZA On ESPN | Takeshita G1 Climax | Naomi Pregnant | Dirt Sheet Radio Ep. 207

You're listening to Dirt Sheet Radio! 

It's a WRESTLEPALOOZA from WWE and ESPN. An AEW counter program PLE kicks off the new WWE/Disney relationship earlier than expected. 

Konosuke Takeshita wins the G1 Climax! But not everyone is happy about it. Outspoken Japanese fans have thrown a wrench into Takeshita's moment. But NJPW's dwindling business is saying something very different than they are. 

Baby Uso!! Naomi relinquishes the Women's World Championship for the opportunity to create new life!! 

Chris Jericho leaving AEW?

WWE's first ever Triplemania. Score one for gentrification. 

AEW Dynamite 08-20-2023 Recap

AEW Dynamite Result 08-20-2025

The first 30 minutes of AEW Dynamite were absolute INSANITY.

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Will Ospreay opens Dynamite to face off with Jon Moxley. Ospreay reveals he was not cleared to wrestle so he asked for an unsanctioned lights out cage match.

Jon Moxley and the Death Riders come out and a brawl begins when they try to jump Ospreay but JetSPEED and HIROSHI TANAHASHI run out.

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• JETSPEED AND TANAHASHI DEF. THE DEATH RIDERS

Bullet Club War Dogs run in. The Oops run in. Darby Allin appears and does a coffin drop off a balcony

The babyfaces stand tall to end the segment

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Edge and Christian's reunion segment is off to a hilarious start when Christian tries to heel the crowd immediately. Edge cuts him off.

Are you still gonna be THAT guy?? Edge admits he realized some situations need an a**hole.

Christian is Edge's a**hole.

Christian says Edge told him to go find himself. Christian looked deep inside and found that he is absolutely perfect the way he is.

They've made a deal to help each other. First Kip Sabian and Nick Wayne, next FTR. Nick Wayne appears on video and reveals that he's injured but he is always one step ahead.

LUCHASAURUS returns!!!! Luchasaurus takes out Edge and Christian to end the segment

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TAG TEAM MATCH OF THE YEAR!!!!

• BRODIDO VS FTR ENDS IN A 30 MINUTE TIME LIMIT DRAW

Nearfall after nearfall, crimson masks, stolen Lucha masks. This match was absolutely an MOTY contender.

Triple Threat Match for the AEW World Tag Team Championships at Forbidden Door. Brodido vs FTR vs Hurt Syndicate

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Hangman calls MJF out to the ring but MJF reveals he's kidnapped Mark Briscoe and he's going to set him on fire if Hangman does not agree to his demands:

The World Championship can change hands via DQ and countout.

This match will not cost MJF his contract.

Hangman agrees then runs to the back to find Mark

Hangman is out of control as he attacks Ricochet for his part in Mark Briscoe's kidnapping and then attacks security before he leaves the building

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• MERCEDES MONÉ AND ATHENA DEF. ALEX WINDSOR AND TONI STORM

Bozilla is announced as Stardom's representative in the TBS Championship Four Way Match.

Toni Storm gets taken out for good with a Piledriver into steel steps. Alex Windsor thinks she's won the match when she makes Mercedes tap out.

But Mercedes was not the legal woman. Athena hits the O Face out of nowhere for the win to close the show.

JOHN CENA'S FINAL MATCH SET FOR 12/13 SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT

A new multi-year partnership between WWE and NBCUniversal will bring back the iconic "Saturday Night's Main Event" series, exclusively streaming live on Peacock.

The inaugural event is scheduled for November 1, with a special edition on December 13 to feature the highly-anticipated retirement match of John Cena.

This news comes on the heels of another major broadcasting deal, with WWE's Premium Live Events (PLEs) moving to ESPN's platforms beginning in September, ahead of the previously announced 2026 timeline.

While the location for Cena's final bout has not been officially announced, it is widely speculated that it will take place in his hometown of Boston.