⭐ AROUND THE WORLD OF INDEPENDENT WRESTLING — WEEK IN REVIEW
Based on activity from the Everything Indy Wrestling community
🎙️ OPENING DESK SEGMENT
Ed:
“Fans, the independent scene has been hotter than a depot stove this week! From throwback classics to upcoming cards across the country, the indies are buzzing!”
Gordon:
“Indeed. A most active week, with several promotions preparing major events and fans sharing notable highlights.”
🔵 COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS & SHARED CONTENT
⭐ Throwback Spotlight: Kevin Tyler vs. Shane Douglas
A popular post this week revisited a 2019 AIWF International Combat Sports match featuring Kevin Tyler taking on “The Franchise” Shane Douglas. Fans engaged heavily with the nostalgia and the reminder of how strong the AIWF regional scene was at the time.
Ed:
“Fans, that’s a real barnburner from the archives — a reminder of how deep the indie roots run!”
🟣 UPCOMING INDEPENDENT EVENTS (AS SHARED IN THE GROUP)
The Everything Indy Wrestling community is buzzing with multiple upcoming shows, including:
⭐ CCW: Havoc & Haze — April 11 (Tampa, FL)
A major event drawing attention from fans across the Southeast.
⭐ Zero Limits Wrestling: Hardwick Havoc — April 3
A New England‑area show with strong local buzz.
⭐ Chaotic Wrestling: Total Kayos — April 3 (Lawrence, MA)
One of the most active New England promotions continues its momentum.
⭐ Pop Sholtz Invitational Battle Royal — April 4
A multi‑talent showcase generating interest for its unique format.
Gordon:
“Quite so. A most diverse slate of events across the independent landscape.”
🔥 Card Subject To Change
Card Subject to Change is a raw, unfiltered documentary that pulls back the curtain on the underground world of independent professional wrestling.
Filmed inside VFW halls, high‑school gyms, armories, and bingo halls across the country, it captures the grit, chaos, and relentless passion of wrestlers chasing their dreams far from the corporate spotlight. This is wrestling without the gloss — a world where legends, journeymen, and rookies share cramped locker rooms, long drives, and borrowed rings.
Featuring appearances from Kevin Sullivan, Trent Acid, Sabu, Lacey Von Erich, Kamala, Paul Bearer, Jim Cornette, “Superstar” Billy Graham, Terry Funk, and more, the film preserves a pivotal era of indie wrestling that feels both iconic and heartbreakingly real.
Now streaming in a newly extended edition with never‑before‑seen footage, Card Subject to Change digs even deeper into the lives of performers who sacrifice everything for the roar of the crowd.
In independent wrestling, nothing is promised.
Plans change. Careers change. Lives change.
Card Subject to Change.
Ed:
“Fans, the independent scene thrives on community — and fans are keeping the flame burning bright!”
📰 NEWS & RUMORS FROM THE INDIES
⭐ IWTV schedule
Thursday, 3/26, 8pm ET – Wrestling Open Ep 221:
- IWTV Independent Wrestling World Championship: Krule (c) vs Andy Williams
- Starstruck vs Bryce Donovan & Vinny Scalice
- Dustin Waller vs LJ Cleary
- Brian Morris vs Aaron Rourke
- Wrestling Open Tag Team Championship: Big Business (c) vs Simply The Best
- Frankie B vs Allie Katch
Friday, 3/27, 7pm ET – Grind Time presents Center Line Slam!
Friday, 3/27, 8pm ET – St. Louis Anarchy presents Gateway To Anarchy 2026:
- Gateway Heritage Championship: Mat Fitchett (c) vs Anakin Murphy
- Johnnie Robbie vs Laynie Luck
- Aaron Williams vs Derek Neal
- Stephen Wolf & Luke Langley vs Mike Outlaw & Camaro Jackson
- The Revolution vs Mad Dog Connelly & Victor Analog
- Chase Holliday vs Larry D
- Dimitri Alexandrov vs Davey Vega
- Jeremy Wyatt vs Nick King
- Ashlyn Alexander vs Kenny Kalix vs Rahim De La Suede vs Travis Cudi
Friday, 3/27, 9pm ET – Freelance presents Lucky Charm:
- Freelance Championship: Devon Monroe (c) vs Trevor Outlaw
- Darin Corbin & CJ Martin vs Kenzie Paige & Kylie Alexa
- Sean Logan vs Regan Lydale
- Shane Mercer, Davey Bang & August Matthews vs Chico Suave, Magico & El Torero
- Izzy Moreno vs Sabin Gauge
Saturday, 3/28, 1pm ET – wXw presents We Love Wrestling 75: 16 Carat Gold Revenge:
- wXw Unifed World Wrestling Championship: Elijah Blum (c) vs Bobby Gunns
- wXw Shotgun Championship: Dennis Dullnig (c) vs Amedeo
- Alex Duke vs Katsuya Murashima
- Jane Nero vs Lil Marz
Saturday, 3/28, 6:45pm ET – Immortal Championship Wrestling presents A New Era:
- Heavyweight Championship: Matt McCoy (c) vs Ichiban
- Tag Team Championship: CXR (c) vs Misery Inc
- Northeast Championship: Richie The Madman (c) vs Dave Coles
- Women’s Championship: Journey Burke (c) vs Amity LaVey
- Rising Star Championship: Kris Jackson (c) vs Patrick Saint
- Gavin Glass vs Vince Valor vs Channing Decker
- Don Freeze vs Oro Annan
- Colt Allen vs Terry Adonis
Saturday, 3/28, 7pm ET – NYWC presents Aftermatch:
- NYWC Starlet Championship: Kylie Alexa (c) vs Amara Voyd
- NYWC Heavyweight Championship: Tommy Rant vs Kaide Lothbrok (c)
- 03 Championship: VSK vs The Big O
- NYWC Tag Team Championship: The Extricated (c) vs The Guginos
Sunday, 3/29, 4pm ET – PWF (NC) presents Fallout: Newport:
- PWF Heavyweight Championship: Steve Corino (c) vs Joey Janela
- Oceanic Championship: JAC (c) vs Trey’von Ali
- Amanda Kiss vs Jada Stone
- Kairo Cortez vs Clara Carter
- Landon Hale vs Carolina Grappler XL
- Jak Tatum vs Joseph Alexander
Monday, 3/30, 7pm ET – Wrestling Open RI Ep 45:
- Wrestling Open Tag Team Championship: Big Business (c) vs The Verdict
- Waves & Curls vs Shooter Boys
- Liviyah vs Notorious Mimi
- Bobby Orlando vs Dustin Waller
⭐ Krule reported stabbed by fan, locker room hands out justice
AOL reports, “…Mads Krule Krueger, was allegedly stabbed by an individual at Ruthless Pro Wrestling’s OMEGA event on Saturday, March 28.” His social media reported, “Krule is fine.”
⭐ AIWF gaining traction
Mustapha Jordan is proving himself every bit the fighting champion as the AIWF World Shootfighting Champion. He’s taken his skills across the United States, Japan, Canada, Mexico, and beyond — and he’s earned tryouts with every major organization along the way. Tough, hungry, and dangerously driven, he’s only just getting started. Trust me, this is one athlete you do not want to miss.
Gordon:
“Indeed. The independent circuit remains most fluid — talent moves, promotions evolve, and fans stay engaged.”
🎙️ CLOSING DESK SEGMENT
Ed:
“Fans, the independent scene is alive and kicking! From upcoming cards to classic matches resurfacing, there’s no shortage of action!”
Gordon:
“Quite so. The indies remain the heartbeat of professional wrestling. And with that… so long from the independent wrestling world.”