Tag: KUSHIDA

Around the World of Pro Wrestling 7/18/26: MLW, WOW, Everything Indy.

🎙️ Sports‑Desk Intro

Ed: “Fans, the world of wrestling didn’t just simmer this week — it boiled! MLW delivered international chaos, WOW brought superhero intensity, and the independent scene kept the heartbeat pounding!”

Gordon: “A most dynamic interval — championship stakes, faction warfare, and emerging contenders shaping the competitive landscape.”

🔵 Major League Wrestling (MLW)

Fusion — July 18, 2026

⭐ Full Match Results

  • MLW Middleweight Championship — Four‑Way: KUSHIDA (c) def. Templario, Alan Angels, Taiji Ishimori
  • LaBron Kozone def. Manny Lo
  • The Skyscrapers (Donovan Dijak, Josh Bishop & Bishop Dyer) def. Contra Mercs (Karl Anderson, Doc Gallows & Mads Krule Krugger)

⭐ Key Segments & Storyline Beats

  • KUSHIDA steals Templario’s mask after the match, triggering Contra Unit interruptions.
  • Shotzi Blackheart’s “Graveyard Shift” sees Scarlett Bordeaux and Lady Frost both demand title shots.
  • Mistico invites Diego Hill to tour Mexico after encouraging him post‑loss.
  • Killer Kross vows to sign a contract to face Satoshi Kojima.
  • Big Damo attacks Krugger, escalating the Contra feud.

⭐ Highlights

Ed: “KUSHIDA fought like a man possessed — precision, aggression, and a champion’s instinct that refused to blink!”

Gordon: “A most formidable defense — technique and opportunism in equal measure.”

Ed: “And how about LaBron Kozone? He hit the Ball Game clothesline like he was trying to knock the lights out in Charleston!”

Gordon: “A most decisive victory — momentum firmly in his grasp.”

Ed: “That six‑man collision? Pure demolition derby — bodies flying, alliances cracking, and the Skyscrapers standing tall!”

Gordon: “A most chaotic confrontation — structural integrity of the ring nearly compromised.”

🟣 Women of Wrestling (WOW Superheroes)

RESULTS

WOW is still showing encore shows. Here’s highlights from last weeks encore then this week’s full episode.

Ed: “WOW’s roster keeps pushing the envelope — athleticism, charisma, and a presentation that feels larger than life!”

Gordon: “A most distinctive product — narrative emphasis and competitive spirit intertwined.”

📰 MLW & WOW News & Rumors

⭐ MLW

  • FantasticaMania USA continues, blending MLW, CMLL, and NJPW talent in multi‑promotion showcases.
  • Killer Kross vs. Satoshi Kojima contract talks intensify.
  • Scarlett Bordeaux and Lady Frost both eye Shotzi’s title.

⭐ WOW

  • Credit: wowe.com
  • “July 3, 2026
  • Rolling in straight from The Boogie Down Bronx, Vicious Veronica VaRoom made some noise on the Official WOW Podcast repping her city, shouting out her comedy career, and of course roasting some WOW Superheroes along the way. Recently, VaRoom gathered some fast moving Superheroes, Catalina Speed and Brooklyn Love, to form a super charged trio: Full Throttle. VaRoom has led this team to a non-title trios match against the current WOW World Trios Champions Monsters & Metal. VaRoom made it very clear she’s looking for revenge and a full out trios title shot against Chainsaw, Daisy Lane, and Fury in the future.
  • VaRoom on Fury: “Last time I saw [Fury] she was giving me a little five finger sandwich to the face…bottom of the list, bye!”
  • Even though VaRoom is relatively new to professional wrestling, contact sports have always been her jam. Growing up, her dad put her in basketball camp and on soccer teams, but she admits she got kicked off of a few teams for starting fights. That spicy attitude stayed with the The Vicious one who served as the jammer, the designated point scorer, on her roller derby team later in life.
  • VaRoom on roller derby: “I think it really helped me because it gave me the confidence that I needed in the ring…in roller derby you ain’t holding back nothing, like you’re going full speed… there’s no brakes on there… I’m coming in with that hip check hard!”
  • If it wasn’t obvious by her quick quips, brash roasts, and seasoned mic skills, VaRoom is also an accomplished stand up comic! VaRoom often plays shows at The Ice House Comedy Club, owned by none other than Jeanie Buss’ brother, Johnny Buss!
  • VaRoom on stand up comedy: “I started doing some roast battles and I’m like damn I’m gonna get paid to talk a bunch of crap!””
  • https://www.youtube.com/live/3bUVlxV94lU?si=gf1gH5raTOm_86lY

🌐 Everything Indy Wrestling — Facebook Group

A thriving community for fans and wrestlers across North America:

  • Name: Everything Indy Wrestling
  • Members: 5011
  • Purpose: Promote indie shows, connect wrestlers and fans, share results, photos, and news.
  • Rules: No WWE. No custom match requests. TNA is allowed as long as it isn’t a WWE show.

Link: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18tGidUaCD/

Ed: “That group is a lifeline for indie fans — results, photos, connections, and passion from coast to coast!”

Gordon: “A most valuable hub — community engagement sustaining the independent ecosystem.”

🎙️ Sports‑Desk Outro

Ed: “Fans, from MLW’s international chaos to WOW’s superhero spectacle and the indie scene’s nonstop heartbeat, this week proved wrestling’s universe is bigger and louder than ever!”

Gordon: “A most comprehensive chronicle — champions tested, contenders rising, and the competitive horizon expanding.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling 5/2/2026

Rundown — MLW, WOW & NWA

Presented by Ed & Gordon.

🟦 DESK INTRO

Ed: “Fans, from the battlegrounds of Major League Wrestling to the neon‑bright spectacle of Women of Wrestling, and the National Wrestling Alliance’s big debut on COMET — the action this week has been hotter than a depot stove!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most eventful stretch, with each promotion emphasizing its unique identity — MLW’s hybrid combat, WOW’s superhero‑themed drama, and the NWA’s classic territory flavor.”

🟥 MAJOR LEAGUE WRESTLING (MLW)

⭐ Results.

Credit: cagematch.net

(01.05.2026) CMLL Viernes Espectacular – CMLL Vs. MLW 2026 – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) defeat Ikuro Kwon & Okumura (8:02)
Olympia defeats Lady Frost (9:31)
MLW Women’s World Featherweight Title: Shotzi (c) defeats Garra Negra (7:37)
MLW World Tag Team Title: The Skyscrapers (Bishop Dyer & Donovan Dijak) (c) defeat Los Infernales (Averno & Euforia) (14:37)
Neon defeats Diego Hill (7:50)
Angel de Oro & Soberano Jr. defeat Austin Aries & Trevor Lee (14:16)
MLW World Middleweight Title: Templario defeats KUSHIDA (c) (22:53) – TITLE CHANGE !!!

📰 MLW News & Rumors

  • MLW Meet & Greet Experience Hits Chattanooga May 9. Credit: mlw.com
  • Pre-order now to meet MĂ­stico, Riddle, Shotzi & More in Chattanooga May 9.
  • Major League Wrestling is bringing the stars up close and personal on May 9, and MLW Nation won’t want to miss this.
  • 👉 Secure your spot now: MLWVIP.com
  • Before the action goes down at the MLW FUSION TV taping, fans will have the exclusive opportunity to meet some of the biggest names in the sport during a special Meet & Greet from 6:00–6:30 PM.
  • This is your chance to step inside the world of Major League Wrestling and come face-to-face with:
  • MĂ­stico
  • Matt Riddle
  • Shotzi
  • Bishop Dyer (MLW Tag Team Champion)
  • Austin Aries
  • Trevor Lee
  • From photos and autographs to unforgettable moments with your favorite fighters, this limited-time experience is the ultimate way to kick off fight night.
  • 🎟️ Pre-order now at MLWVIP.com – availability is limited and demand is high.
  • Fans attending can also explore the MLW Shop Pavilion, featuring exclusive merchandise and event-night drops you won’t find anywhere else.
  • Important: A ticket to the MLW event is required for entry, in addition to your Meet & Greet pass.
  • Make plans to arrive early, beat the lines, and get the full MLW experience before the first bell rings.

Ed: “Fans, MLW still feels like a global fight festival — you never know what style you’ll get next!”

Gordon: “A most eclectic roster, and one that continues to evolve.”

🟩 WOMEN OF WRESTLING (WOW)

⭐ WOW Women of Wrestling — April 25, 2026

Credit: cagematch.net

(25.04.2026) WOW Superheroes #185 – Enlightened Intensions – TV-Show @ The Fremont Street Experience in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Animal Instinct (Goldie Collins & Katarina Jinx) defeat Brooklyn Love & Catalina Speed (w/Veronica VaRoom) (7:51)
Xena Phoenix defeats Drucilla Blade (w/Genesis) (5:18)
The Classmaster (w/Dr. Pam Demonium, Miranda The Mindful, Nova Sky & Samantha Smart) defeats Santana Garrett (7:01)

📰 WOW News & Rumors

  • Credit: wowe.com
  • “THIS WEEKEND ON WOW – WOMEN OF WRESTLING
  • Frenemies
  • Coach Campanelli claims to have the answer to Top Tier’s problems, but her “solution” isn’t what anyone expected. The Enlightened step into their biggest test yet, a shot at The WOW World Trios Championship. Under the command of The IQ Superior Samantha Smart, Dr. Pam Demonium, Nova Sky, and Miranda The Mindful are sent into battle against the Champions, Monsters & Metal: Chainsaw, Daisy Lane, and Fury. Samantha Smart’s quest to gild her empire in gold could end in enlightenment…or annihilation. In the aftermath of Coach Campanelli’s cutthroat “weakest link” strategy, Gloria Glitter faces The Albanian Grappler, Xena Phoenix, in a tense singles clash. With the pressure mounting, the question isn’t just who wins, but whether Coach really does know best… or has gone too far. And in the Main Event, tensions finally boil over as former friends and partners collide; with betrayal, bad blood, and new alliances in play. It’s Best 4 Business: Kara Kai and Sandy Shore vs. Ashley Blaze and Tara Strike.”

Ed: “WOW’s roster is stacked with personalities — every episode feels like a powder keg ready to blow!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most theatrical presentation, yet grounded in spirited athleticism.”

🟦 NWA POWERRR — COMET TV DEBUT (May 1, 2026)

⭐ NWA Powerrr — May 1, 2026 (COMET Premiere)

This was the first Powerrr episode on COMET, kicking off a new era for the NWA.

🔥 NWA Powerrr on Comet TV — Debut Results

On the May 1, 2026 debut of NWA Powerrr on Comet TV, Gisele Shaw captured the NWA Women’s Television Championship from Tiffany Nieves, while the Crockett Cup tag team tournament began with a fatal four-way for the #16 seed. 

Friday, May 1 — 10 PM ET

Main Event:

  • NWA Women’s Television Championship: Gisele Shaw def. Tiffany Nieves (c) — Shaw ended Nieves’ 454-day reign with a running knee strike. Nieves had won the title from Big Mama in February 2025 and made nine successful defenses before this loss 

Crockett Cup — #16 Seed Play-In:

  • Fatal four-way: Titans of Calamity (Jack Talos & Ren Ayabe) def. Jack N’ Eddie (Jack Valor & Eddiy Grayson), Devastation Reborn (AJ Farat & Frank Stone), and Death Row Militia (Leo Fox & MurderMan KillBane) 
  • Titans advanced to face Sins & Gains (Izzy James & Bam Bam Malone) in the next round 

Other notable moments:

  • David Crockett spoke about the Crockett Cup.
  • Sins & Gains were defeated by Titans of Calamity to become the new #16 seed 
  • Titans of Calamity also defeated The Immortals (Odinson & Kratos) in a later Crockett Cup match 

Summary:
The debut weekend set the stage for the 2026 Crockett Cup, with Shaw’s title win marking a major storyline shift in the women’s division, and multiple tag teams advancing through the tournament bracket.

📰 NWA News & Rumors

  • The move to COMET is expected to bring more consistent weekly programming.
  • The Crockett Cup will be the centerpiece of the next month’s storytelling.
  • Dr. Viktor’s sudden rise is rumored to be part of a larger storyline involving Ms. Starr’s influence.

Ed: “Fans, the NWA is rolling into a new era with a full head of steam!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most promising start on their new network home.”

🎙️ DESK OUTRO

Ed: “From MLW’s hybrid chaos to WOW’s superhero spectacle and the NWA’s big COMET debut, the wrestling world is buzzing!”

Gordon: “Quite so. A most compelling week across three very different promotions. And with that… so long from the wrestling world.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling

🟫 MAJOR LEAGUE WRESTLING (MLW) & WOMEN OF WRESTLING (WOW)

Weekly Rundown — Presented by Ed & Gordon from the Wrestling Center studio

🎙️ DESK INTRO

Ed: “Fans, the wrestling world has been buzzing this week! WOW delivered a blockbuster episode with The Ban Is Broken, while MLW continues to shake up its roster with major names circling the promotion!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most eventful stretch, with several developments that could reshape both organizations in the weeks ahead.”

🟣 WOMEN OF WRESTLING — EPISODE 425: THE BAN IS BROKEN

Full Results & Highlights

⭐ MATCH 1 — The Disciplinarian vs. Stephy Slays

Stephy Slays fought with heart, but The Disciplinarian’s power and ringside manipulation from Samantha Smart proved too much.

Ed: “Fans, Stephy showed tremendous grit, but the numbers game was simply overwhelming!”

⭐ MATCH 2 — Americana & Jessie Jones vs. The Island Dynasty (Tiki Chamorro & Tonga Twins)

A hard‑hitting tag bout with Americana and Jessie Jones using veteran savvy to counter the Dynasty’s raw power.

Gordon: “Quite so. A most spirited contest, with teamwork proving decisive.”

⭐ MATCH 3 — Chantilly Chella vs. Gigi Gianni

Chella’s speed and aerial offense carried the day, but Gianni’s aggression kept the match competitive.

⭐ MAIN EVENT — The Ban Is Broken: The Beast Returns

The long‑standing ban on The Beast was officially lifted — and she stormed the ring to confront the entire heel locker room. Chaos erupted as The Beast laid waste to security and sent the message loud and clear: she’s back, and she wants the WOW World Championship.

Ed: “Fans, that ring was shaking! The Beast returned like a runaway freight train!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most impactful return, with championship implications.”

📰 WOW NEWS & RUMORS

⭐”Ashley Blaze and Tara Strike demand answers but they might be looking in the wrong place… or are they?”

From Penelope Pink’s Instagram page.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DWhQADzlHAn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

⭐”MIAMI’S SWEET HEAT IS TAKING OVER Catch us LIVE on the Official WOW Podcast with Nigel Zane @wow_nigelzane
You already know… when Miami’s Sweet Heat shows up, things get real. Friday 6PM ET / 3PM PT Streaming on YouTube @wowsuperheroes“

From WOW Miami Sweet Heat on Facebook.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18TyyyuYG1

⭐”Come see Chainsaw, 1/3 of the @wowsuperheroes Trio Champions at @officialwrestlecon April 19th – Sunday from 9:30-1pm! Order your photos and autographs now from @conventionpresales
Not going to wrestlecon? They can ship them! #RAWR #wrestlecon #conventionpresales #prowrestler #wow

— at Horseshoe Las Vegas.”

From Wow_Chainsaw on Facebook.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1FWGKfXBws

🟫 MAJOR LEAGUE WRESTLING (MLW)

Latest Results + Roster Movement Since March 28

MLW has not aired a Fusion episode after March 14. It’s been over two weeks since the first two episodes were recorded.

📰 MLW NEWS & RUMORS

⭐ Lady Frost signs with MLW

Lady Frost set to debut on April 12 in Charleston, SC.

⭐ Bishop Dyer rumored for MLW Openweight Division

Dyer’s name has been circulating internally as MLW looks to bolster its heavyweight and openweight depth.

⭐”MLW World Middleweight Champion KUSHIDA will represent CONTRA when he appears at Fantastica Mania USA! How will the champion spread the shadow of the international cabal on April 12?“

From majorleaguewrestling on Instagram.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DWuo2qXASNa/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

⭐ “It’s official ✅ Paul Walter Hauser will be in action in the new season of MLW FUSION. More details soon.
#MLW #ChooseViolence“

From majorleaguewrestling on Instagram.

🎙️ DESK OUTRO

Ed: “Fans, WOW delivered a thunderous episode with The Ban Is Broken, and MLW’s rumor mill is spinning faster than ever!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most compelling week across both promotions. And with that… so long from the world of professional wrestling.”