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Kings of the Tokyo Dome: Part 7 (Kensuke Sasaki vs Keiji Mutoh – 1998)

by Rich Kraetsch | Dec 15, 2018

nWo Japan makes their presence felt with Keiji Mutoh representing the Black & White vs. Kensuke Sasaki on January 4, 1998.

NJPW Road to Tokyo Dome (December 14) Results & Review

by Ricardo Gallegos | Dec 14, 2018

The bar for Wrestle Kingdom 13 is already high and this Road to Tokyo Dome show did little to get me more excited.

WWE TLC 2018 (December 16) Preview & Predictions

by Voices of Wrestling Staff | Dec 14, 2018

WWE TLC 2018 rolls into San Jose this Sunday featuring Charlotte vs. Becky Lynch vs. Asuka, AJ Styles vs. Daniel Bryan and more!

VOW Flagship: WK13 Card, WWE TLC & ROH Final Battle

by Rich Kraetsch | Dec 14, 2018

This week on the VOW Flagship Joe and Rich preview WK13, ROH Final Battle, WWE TLC & more!

Ontario Elite: C*4 Wrestling Matches That Should Be On Your MOTYC List

by Griffin Peltier | Dec 13, 2018

The Canadian indie scene remains the wrestling world’s best-kept secret, led by C*4 Wrestling. Here are their top matches of the year.

Kings of the Tokyo Dome: Part 6 (Hashimoto vs. Choshu – 1997)

by Rich Kraetsch | Dec 13, 2018

Oh boy. This one. This match. Rich and Andrew Rich review Shinya Hashimoto vs. Riki Choshu from January 4, 1997. THIS MATCH~!!

Rick Rude’s Ill-Fated Face Turn

by Liam Byrne | Dec 12, 2018

The experiment to turn Rick Rude into a good guy was never going to work.

ROH Final Battle 2018 Preview & Predictions

by Sean Sedor | Dec 12, 2018

For the twelfth time in the last thirteen years, New York City plays host to ROH’s biggest event of the year: Final Battle.

NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 13 Full Card & Early Preview

by Ricardo Gallegos | Dec 11, 2018

Despite the lazy build-up of some matches, on paper, Wrestle Kingdom 13 looks absolutely fantastic and an obvious must-see for fans.

Music of the Mat #48: Cody Rhodes

by Andrew Rich | Dec 11, 2018

Andrew and guest co-host Sean Flynn discuss the theme history of Cody Rhodes.

Kings of the Tokyo Dome: Part 5 (Keiji Mutoh vs Nobuhiko Takada – 1996)

by Rich Kraetsch | Dec 11, 2018

It’s invasion time as Nobuhiko Takada leads UWFi into the main event against IWGP Heavyweight Champion Keiji Mutoh on January 4, 1996.

A Modest Proposal

by Joel Abraham | Dec 11, 2018

A MODEST PROPOSAL for preventing the WWE Roster from being a burden on their employers or country, and for making them beneficial to the publick.

Underworld Wrestling Episode 4 Results & Review

by Kevin Chiat | Dec 11, 2018

This was the first episode of Underworld Wrestling where the bad outweighed the good.

PROGRESS Chapter 79 “One Big Neck” Results & Review

by Arnold Furious | Dec 10, 2018

PROGRESS are a promotion that has consistently good in-ring and Chapter 79 was no exception. It wasn’t ‘all killer, no filler’ but it was mostly enjoyable.

Super J-Cast: World Tag League Finals

by Joel Abraham | Dec 10, 2018

Joel and Damon give you their thoughts on the World Tag League Finals along with the NEVER title situation

Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder: The Return of Ultimate X

by Andrew Sinclair | Dec 10, 2018

I have always loved Ultimate X, and its lengthy absence has certainly made this heart grow fonder. Now it’s time to bring it home.

White Wolf Wrestling Cuenta Atrás (November 24) Results & Review

by Paco Silva | Dec 10, 2018

Cuenta Atrás is a perfect jumping-off point if you’re new to Triple W.

Wrestling Omakase #75: AJPW Year in Review 2018

by John Carroll | Dec 10, 2018

This week on Wrestling Omakase the Year in Review series continues with a look at All Japan!

Wrestlenomics Radio: New WWE Board, Vince sells stock & more!

by Brandon Howard | Dec 10, 2018

A busy week in pro wrestling business as WWE adds new board of directors, Vince McMahon sells $22 million in WWE stock & much more!

Kings of the Tokyo Dome: Part 4 (Hashimoto vs. Sasaki – 1995)

by Rich Kraetsch | Dec 10, 2018

The next installment of Kings of the Tokyo Dome takes Rich and Andrew Rich to January 4, 1995 and Shinya Hashimoto vs. Kensuke Sasaki.

Kings of the Tokyo Dome: Part 3 (Tenryu vs. Inoki – 1994)

by Rich Kraetsch | Dec 10, 2018

Now we’re talking! Rich and Andrew Rich recap the gladiator battle between Genichiro Tenryu and Antonio Inoki from January 4, 1994.

WWE Best of the Week (December 3-9)

by Alex Richards | Dec 10, 2018

The best of the week that was in WWE.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Final (December 9) Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Dec 10, 2018

A better World Tag League then anyone expected however still not close to the G1 and Best of the Super Juniors but it doesn’t need to be.

Breaking News Update: NJPW Press Conference & Wrestle Kingdom Lineup

by Joe Lanza | Dec 10, 2018

Early morning news update, breaking down all of the news coming out of the New Japan post-WTL presser, including the full Wrestle Kingdom lineup.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 16 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Dec 9, 2018

A pretty nothing show that built to an uninspired final.

ICW Fear and Loathing XI Results & Review

by Andrew Sinclair | Dec 7, 2018

Fear & Loathing ended up being a perfectly middling show, with peaks in the Queen of Insanity match and the BSS six-man, troughs and some in-between.

This Week in Independent Wrestling (December 10-16)

by Jonathan Phillips | Dec 7, 2018

A first-time match in Seattle, Kylie Rae being close to kicking GPA’s ass and another awesome show from OTT.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 14 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Dec 7, 2018

A pretty enjoyable show, there have been better matches on the World Tag League 2018 tour but this one still laps the last few shows by miles.

Kings of the Tokyo Dome: Part 2 (Genichiro Tenryu vs. Riki Choshu – 1993)

by Rich Kraetsch | Dec 6, 2018

Things kick into high gear as Rich and Andrew Rich talk Genichiro Tenryu vs. Riki Choshu from January 4, 1993

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 14 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Dec 6, 2018

Last two matches are very good, otherwise nothing all that must watch.

VOW Flagship: Dynamite Kid, PAC, NXT UK Deals & World Tag League

by Rich Kraetsch | Dec 5, 2018

This week on the VOW Flagship, Joe and Rich talk Dynamite Kid’s passing, PAC winning Dream Gate, World Tag League, NXT Uk & more!

10 Indie Wrestlers to Look out for in 2019

by Jonathan Phillips | Dec 5, 2018

With so many names gone, everybody is looking for the next big indie star.

STR 302. Soon To Be Ex-FL

by Jeff Hawkins | Dec 5, 2018

It’s an optimistic show as Jeff and Chris anticipate the demise of the XFL

Kid vs. Mask: Dynamite Kid & Tiger Mask’s Match Legacy

by Liam Byrne | Dec 5, 2018

It isn’t too difficult to see exactly why Tiger Mask vs. Dynamite Kid endures today as a match and a series worth watching even today.

Dragon Gate Fantastic Gate (December 4) Results & Review

by Case Lowe | Dec 5, 2018

Jump back onto Dragon Gate’s ship before it sails away again. Dragon Gate is back, folks. Fantastic Gate is the show. Watch this show.

A Walk Down Memory Lane: Rediscovering My Passion for Impact Wrestling

by Andrew Sinclair | Dec 5, 2018

Turns out a little trip down memory lane and a hint of perspective now and again isn’t a bad move at all.

Kings of the Tokyo Dome: Part 1 (Riki Choshu vs. Tatsumi Fujinami – 1992)

by Rich Kraetsch | Dec 4, 2018

Join Rich and Andrew Rich for the beginning of a new series on the VOW Patreon recapping each and every 1/4 Tokyo Dome main event from NJPW

Super J-Cast: Even More WTL!

by Joel Abraham | Dec 4, 2018

On this edition of the Super J-Cast, Joel and Damon continue on to the WTL 2018 finals on December 6th.

Sarah & Sarah: Irish Wrestling Round Up (OTT and Courage)

by Sarah Kenneally | Dec 4, 2018

Sarah & Sarah are back to discuss a whole host of shows they’ve attended in Ireland over the past few months.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 13 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Dec 4, 2018

A much better show compared to the dismal Osaka outing.

New Information on NXT UK Deals: WWE Network Additions & Tiers

by Robin Reid | Dec 3, 2018

The hosts of our BritWres Roundtable podcast reveal important information about the NXT UK deals including new additions to the WWE Network and much more.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 12 (December 2) Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Dec 3, 2018

Abort, Abort! Do not watch this show!

Wrestling Omakase #74: Joshi Year in Review 2018

by John Carroll | Dec 3, 2018

This week on Wrestling Omakase the Year in Review series continues, as we head to the wide world of joshi!

Wrestlenomics Radio: WWE Stock Recovery, ROH signings & more!

by Brandon Howard | Dec 3, 2018

Plenty to talk about in the world of pro wrestling business this week as NXT TakeOver moves days, WWE stock recovers, ROH makes big signings & more!

BritWres Roundtable: ICW Fear & Loathing XI Preview

by Robin Reid | Dec 2, 2018

Robin is joined by fly-in expert Andrew Sinclair to preview the biggest Scottish wrestling show of the year: Fear & Loathing XI.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 11 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Dec 1, 2018

Just watch the final two World Tag League matches, the main event is pretty good but also entirely skippable.

This Week in Independent Wrestling (December 3-9)

by Jonathan Phillips | Nov 30, 2018

This hasn’t been a good week but that’s all the more reason to support indie wrestling.

AAA Guerra de Titanes 2018 II (December 2) Preview

by thecubsfan | Nov 30, 2018

AAA Guerra de Titanes airs Saturday night with fun undercard matches, a confusing situation around their main championship, and a preview of TripleMania.

ICW Fear & Loathing XI Preview & Predictions

by Andrew Sinclair | Nov 30, 2018

Jackie Polo vs Lionheart in a title vs career match headlines Insane Championship Wrestling’s Fear & Loathing XI event this Sunday.

Thursday TV Reviews (November 29): 205 Live, NXT, NXT UK

by Joe Lanza | Nov 30, 2018

A big-time Thursday TV Reviews, with the return of a 205 Live legend, a weird, seemingly non-canon NXT, and two NXT UK’s featuring JAGs, JAGs everywhere.

STR 301. The Vanessa Borne Identity

by Jeff Hawkins | Nov 30, 2018

We really loved NXT in San Jose. We like NXT UK and 205 Live but think they’re missing interesting characters.

All the Stars Are Closer: Thoughts on WWE’s Signing Frenzy

by Andrew Rich | Nov 30, 2018

This empire is going to keep conquering until there are no more worlds to conquer.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 10 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 30, 2018

If you have the two and a half hours, watch the whole show, if you don’t; the Tenzan moonsault, the Chuckie angle and the last three league matches are all worth watching.

VOW Flagship: NXT UK Deals, WALTER & Your Questions!

by Rich Kraetsch | Nov 30, 2018

This week on the VOW Flagship: New NXT UK deals, WALTER signing, future of US indies and your questions!

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 9 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 29, 2018

Night 9 of the World Tag League 2018 was a bit of a rough watch, it picks up in the last three matches but a completely skipable show.

STR 300. Signifying Nothing

by Jeff Hawkins | Nov 28, 2018

Jeff is in a mood. Chris is more fascinated by chess.

Music of the Mat #47: Bret Hart

by Andrew Rich | Nov 28, 2018

On this episode of Music of the Mat, Andrew and returning guest co-host Chris Novembrino discuss the theme history of legendary wrestler Bret Hart.

Ranking Every Match from PWG’s 2018 Battle of Los Angeles

by Kelly Harrass | Nov 28, 2018

People love lists. You love lists. Let’s list and rank every match from PWG’s 2018 Battle of Los Angeles.

ROH/NJPW Global Wars 2018: Night 4 (November 11) Results & Review

by Sean Sedor | Nov 28, 2018

Nothing on the fourth and final stop of the 2018 Global Wars Tour was downright amazing, but there was certainly a lot to like about it.

Stardom Best of Goddesses (November 23) Results & Review

by Alex Richards | Nov 28, 2018

The winners of the Goddesses Of Stardom face the champions in their first defense at Stardom’s Best of Goddesses.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 8 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 27, 2018

A World Tag League 2018 night that fell victim to the good teams of the tournament facing off against the weaker teams.

Wrestling Omakase #73: WWE Year in Review 2018

by John Carroll | Nov 27, 2018

Yes, folks, it’s time to talk some World Wrestling Entertainment. John is joined by not one, not two, not three, but FOUR (!) returning guests

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 7 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 27, 2018

A decent yet unspectacular show, which completely turned around after the last two matches and those are the only ‘must watch’ matches of the show.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 6 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 27, 2018

A very strong start but I’m afraid that was the peak and the quality quickly plummeted. Just watch the first match.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 5 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 26, 2018

Night 5 was another pretty good World Tag League 2018 show with some good, fun wrestling.

Monday TV Reviews (November 26): MLW, ROH, 205 Live, NXT, NXT UK

by Joe Lanza | Nov 26, 2018

A super-sized Monday TV Reviews, as we make up for lost time and cram the Thanksgiving delayed Thursday Reviews into today’s show.

VOW Retro Rewatch: Smack ‘Em Whack ‘Em

by Rich Kraetsch | Nov 26, 2018

Rich Kraetsch and Andrew Rich watch WWE Home Video Classic Smack ‘Em Whack ‘Em released March 31, 1993.

EVOLVE 116 (November 10) Results & Review

by Sean Sedor | Nov 26, 2018

EVOLVE 116 was another very solid outing from EVOLVE.

Wrestlenomics Radio: Pro wrestling landscape, AEW trademarks

by Chris Harrington | Nov 26, 2018

Chris and Brandon talk about the wider pro wrestling landscape in light of the news of trademarks taken out by All Elite Wrestling.

Super J-Cast: World Tag League Update

by Joel Abraham | Nov 26, 2018

On this edition of the Super J-Cast, Joel and Damon catch you up on the WTL 2018 giving match ratings and the +/- so far.

When Darkness Replaces Light

by Barry Hess | Nov 26, 2018

It’s difficult to predict anything right now because the guiding light of WWE’s world has been removed. Darkness has consumed the WWE universe.

CMLL ’40 Años De Dinamita (November 23) Results & Review

by Ricardo Gallegos | Nov 25, 2018

CMLL 40 Años de Dinamita was a fun show with a strong second half that included a spectacular must-see lucha masterpiece.

WWE Best of the Week (November 12-November 25)

by Alex Richards | Nov 25, 2018

Let’s cover the best of the last TWO weeks of WWE television and PPVs including Charlotte snapping, Daniel Bryan’s heel turn and more.

Saturday Morning Q&A: November 24

by Rich Kraetsch | Nov 24, 2018

Join Rich for a special Saturday Morning Q&A answering your questions about the world of wrestling and beyond.

Wrestling Omakase #72: BJW Year in Review 2018

by John Carroll | Nov 23, 2018

John is joined by returning guests Drew & Kevin Hare to break down BJW’s entire 2018.

The Week in Independent Wrestling (November 26-December 2)

by Jonathan Phillips | Nov 23, 2018

Another loaded week in the good old weird world of indie wrestling!

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 4 (November 21) Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 23, 2018

Best night of tournament matches so far.

EVOLVE 115 (November 9th) Results & Review

by Sean Sedor | Nov 22, 2018

While this new era of EVOLVE got off to a shaky start at EVOLVE 114, EVOLVE 115 was a step in the right direction.

PROGRESS Chapter 78 ’24 Hour Progress’ Results & Review

by Arnold Furious | Nov 22, 2018

24 Hour PROGRESS was an excellent showing, and more importantly, thanks to the rowdy Manchester crowd, a really great show.

VOW Flagship: Survivor Series, NXT TakeOver, Arquette & more!

by Rich Kraetsch | Nov 21, 2018

This week on the VOW Flagship: Nick Gage/David Arquette, reviews of NXT TakeOver: War Games, Survivor Series & more!

NJPW World Tag League 2018 – Night 3 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 21, 2018

If you have to watch a match on this World Tag League show, the G.O.D/Finjuice match is the only one worth your time.

BritWres Roundtable: RPW Uprising, wXw Broken Rules & More

by Robin Reid | Nov 20, 2018

Robin and Oli have a gush over what they think might be RPW’s best ever show: Uprising. Also featuring a brief wXw preview plus Spanish wrestling chat.

Monday TV Reviews (November 20): ROH, MLW Fusion, Impact Wrestling

by Joe Lanza | Nov 20, 2018

We’ve got a title change on ROH TV, a major turn on MLW, and Impact continues to spin wheels.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 – Night 2 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 19, 2018

NJPW’s Winter Classic—the World Tag League—rolls on with Night 2 featuring EVIL & SANADA taking on Michael Elgin & Jeff Cobb in our main event.

Wrestlenomics Radio: WrestleMania 35 Ticket Sales & Capacity

by Brandon Howard | Nov 19, 2018

Chris and Brandon talk about WM 35 ticket sales (actuals vs exaggerations) and go in-depth reviewing a top WWE’s executives vision of modern developmental

WWE Survivor Series 2018 Results & Review

by Voices of Wrestling Staff | Nov 18, 2018

The battle for brand supremacy as the stars of RAW take on the stars of SmackDown Live at WWE Survivor Series 2018!

ROH/NJPW Global Wars 2018: Night 3 (November 9) Results & Review

by Sean Sedor | Nov 18, 2018

Night 3 of Ring of Honor and NJPW’s 2018 Global Wars Tour was a very good show.

Goddesses of Stardom Tag League 2018 Final Day Results & Review

by Alex Richards | Nov 18, 2018

The finals of the Goddesses of Stardom Tag League 2018 featured a surprisingly short main event but plenty to enjoy in the undercard.

NJPW World Tag League 2018 Night 1 Results & Review

by Harley Duncan | Nov 18, 2018

Night one of NJPW’s World Tag League 2018 was pretty enjoyable show despite the lack of great matches.

NXT TakeOver: War Games 2018 Results & Review

by Steve Case | Nov 18, 2018

Never, ever bet against a TakeOver as War Games 2018 was arguably the best yet with a WWE/NXT Match of the Year and three stellar matches.

Joey Janela’s LA Confidential (November 16) Results & Review

by Jack Beckmann | Nov 17, 2018

Joey Janela’s LA Confidential was capped off by an incredible main event between Nick Gage and David Arquette. Yes, you read that correctly.

This Week in Independent Wrestling (November 19-25)

by Jonathan Phillips | Nov 16, 2018

A look at some of the best independent shows taking place over the Thanksgiving week including the return of PAC, MJF vs. Tracy Smothers and more!

BJW Ryogokutan 2018 (November 11) Results & Review

by Paul Völsch | Nov 16, 2018

BJW Ryogokutan 2018 is a perfect jumping on point for people wanting to get into Big Japan.

Thursday TV Reviews (November 16): 205 Live, NXT, NXT UK

by Joe Lanza | Nov 16, 2018

Yeah, yeah, I know it’s Friday. A day late, but the same HARD HITTING breakdowns of 205, NXT, and NXT Fish & Chips.

WWE Survivor Series 2018 Preview & Predictions

by Barry Hess | Nov 16, 2018

VOW’s sole survivor Barry Hess previews WWE Survivor Series 2018.

NXT TakeOver: War Games 2018 Preview & Predictions

by Voices of Wrestling Staff | Nov 16, 2018

Steve Case and Barry Hess preview the upcoming NXT TakeOver: War Games 2018 show featuring, of course, War Games but three other matches with deep back stories.