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Around the World of Pro Wrestling 8/26/26: CMLL, NWA & The Best Tournament In Wrestling

🟥 Sports Desk Weekly Rundown — CMLL & NWA (Aug 19–26, 2026)

Ed: “Fans, the sports desk shifts its focus to Mexico City and Atlanta today, where CMLL and the National Wrestling Alliance kept their engines running with title bouts, faction movement, and a few surprises that shook up their respective landscapes.”

Gordon: “CMLL delivered crisp lucha action across its weekly shows, while NWA Powerrr rolled out a championship main event and a number‑one contender’s match that stirred the heavyweight picture. Let’s break it all down.”

🟦 Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL)

CMLL’s weekly rhythm continued with its usual slate of Martes de Glamour, Viernes Espectacular, and Lunes Clásico.

🟩 RESULTS

(25.08.2026) CMLL Martes Populares – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Pequeno Sky Team (Galaxy, Kaligua & Pequeno Magia) defeat Los Metales Explosivos (Full Metal, Pequeno Polvora & Rostro De Acero)
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: India Sioux & Skadi defeat Las Valientitas (Hera & Olympia) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: La Fuerza Poblana (Arkalis, Rayo Metalico & Stigma) defeat Los Forajidos (El Coyote, Polvora & Vaquero Jr.) [2:1]
Lightning: Xelhua defeats Valiente
Lightning: Flip Gordon defeats Barbaro Cavernario
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Neon & Titan defeat Villano III Jr. & Volador Jr. [2:1]

(25.08.2026) CMLL Martes De Glamour – Online Stream @ Arena Coliseo Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexiko
Lady Danger, Nautica & Ratziel defeat Dulce Kitty, Nexy & Princesa Aguila
Atomo & KeMalito defeat Chamuel & Tengu
Relevos Increibles Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: El Hijo del Pantera, Felino Jr. & Pantera Jr. defeat Black Warrior Jr. & Los Divinos Laguneros (Blue Panther Jr. & Dark Panther) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Kira, Lluvia & Tessa Blanchard defeat Dark Silueta, Hecate & Sanely [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) defeat Shoma Kato & Yutani [2:1]
Relevos Increibles Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Dulce Gardenia, Soberano Jr. & Ultimo Guerrero (w/KeMalito) defeat Los Infernales (Averno & Euforia) & Templario [2:1]

(24.08.2026) CMLL Lunes Clasico – Online Stream @ Arena Puebla in Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Puebla, Mexiko
Centella Roja & Makro defeat Aguila Egipcia & King Jaguar
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Astro & Rayo Metalico defeat El Hijo del Perverso & Perverso [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Okumura & Shoma Kato defeat Los Amos del Aire (Rey Pegasus & Tornado) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Capitan Suicida & Los Viajeros Del Espacio (Brillante Jr. & Valiente Jr.) defeat Los Bestia Del Diablo (Akuma, Gemelo Diablo I & Gemelo Diablo II) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Galeon Fantasma (Difunto & Zandokan Jr.) defeat Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Infernales (Averno & Euforia) & Soberano Jr. defeat El Sky Team (Mascara Dorada & Neon) & Flip Gordon [2:1]

Flip Gordon & Sky Team vs. Soberano Jr. & Infernales A fast, athletic bout with Flip Gordon meshing surprisingly well with the Sky Team’s aerial rhythm. Soberano Jr. and the Infernales brought the rudo edge, but the technicos took the win with crisp teamwork.

Galeón Fantasma vs. Hermanos Calavera A classic Puebla‑style clash. Fantasma leaned into theatrics and speed, while the Calavera brothers used double‑team power. Fantasma pulled off the victory with a late surge.

Ed: “CMLL’s Monday shows are always a blend of tradition and modern flair, and this week was no different. Flip Gordon’s presence continues to add international flavor.”

Gordon: “And Soberano Jr. remains one of the most compelling rudos in the company — even in a loss, he commands attention.”

(23.08.2026) CMLL Domingo Familiar – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Astral & Fury Boy defeat Carnifice & Robin
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Kira, Marcela & Nexy defeat Candela, Princesa Sugehit & Sanely [2:1]
Lightning: Dulce Gardenia defeats Raider
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Galeon Fantasma (Difunto, Furia Roja & Zandokan Jr.) defeat La Fuerza Tapatia (Fugaz, Gallo Jr. & Star Black) [2:1]
Lightning: Esfinge defeats Gran Guerrero
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Depredadores (Rugido & Volador Jr.) & Ultimo Guerrero defeat Blue Panther, Titan & Xelhua [2:1]

(22.08.2026) CMLL Sabados De Coliseo – Online Stream @ Arena Coliseo de Mexico City in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Makara & Poseidon defeat Pendulo & Retro
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Cerebro Negro Jr., Infinito & Virus defeat Los Amos del Aire (Magia Blanca, Rey Pegasus & Tornado) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: India Sioux, Lluvia & Marcela defeat Princesa Sugehit, Reyna Isis & Valkiria [2:1]
Lightning: Yutani defeats Flip Gordon (9:08)
Lightning: Volador Jr. defeats Neon (8:35)
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Hermanos Chavez (Angel de Oro & Niebla Roja) & Soberano Jr. defeat Esfinge, Templario & Titan [2:1]

(21.08.2026) CMLL Viernes Espectacular – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Lightning: Blue Shark defeats Troglodita (9:21)
Lightning Tag Team: Atrapasuenos (Espiritu Negro & Rey Cometa) defeat El Hijo del Pantera & Pantera Jr. (12:24)
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Keyra, Persephone & Zeuxis defeat Kira, Skadi & Tessa Blanchard [2:1] (11:44)
Relevos Increibles Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Brillante Jr. & El Cobarde defeat Guerrero Maya Jr. & Xelhua [2:0] (6:49)
Four Way Trios Tag Team: Los Guerreros Laguneros (Gran Guerrero, Stuka Jr. & Ultimo Guerrero) defeat Galeon Fantasma (Difunto, Furia Roja & Zandokan Jr.) and Los Dragones (Dragon de Fuego, Dragon Legendario & Dragon Rojo Jr.) and Los Infernales (Averno, Euforia & Mephisto) (15:02)
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Barbaro Cavernario, Soberano Jr. & Yutani (w/KeMalito) defeat Neon, Templario & Titan (w/KeMonito) [2:1] (18:42)

(20.08.2026) CMLL Jueves De Verano Arena Mexico – Event @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Pequeno Sky Team (Galaxy & Pequeno Magia) defeat Los Pequenos Depredadores (Minos I & Minos II)
Lightning: Fuego defeats Kamelot
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Okumura & Shoma Kato defeat El Audaz & Volcano
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Capitan Suicida & Valiente Jr. defeat La Maquina de la Destruccion (El Elemental & El Terrible)
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Blue Panther Jr., Dragon Rojo Jr. & Templario defeat Crixus, Valiente & Yutani

(19.08.2026) CMLL/Producciones IRC – Event @ Deportivo 11 de Julio in Pachuca, Hidalgo, Mexiko
Dariux, Dariux & Rey Dragon defeat Los Enigma Brothers (Argus & Gaius)
Charro de Jalisco Jr. & Lobo Blanco Jr. defeat Gasparin Jr. & Steven Manson
Three Way: Calibus vs. Falcon Fire vs. Miedo Extremo – No Contest
Three Way: Kira defeats Metalica and Zeuxis
Difunto & Guerrero Maya Jr. defeat Aeroboy & Fugaz
Yutani & Zandokan Jr. defeat Star Jr. & Titan

🟩 CMLL News & Rumors

  • International talent rotation continues, with Flip Gordon, various U.S. independents, and Japanese guests appearing across cards.
  • Soberano Jr. continues to be positioned as a top rudo centerpiece heading into fall events.
  • Women’s division movement: Reports indicate upcoming title activity for the CMLL World Women’s Championship, though no official match announcements have been made this week.
  • Gran Alternativa chatter: Early rumors suggest CMLL may announce the next Gran Alternativa tournament soon, with several rookies already being discussed internally.

Ed: “CMLL is in a holding pattern before its next big seasonal push, but the pieces are clearly being arranged.”

Gordon: “And as always, the company’s consistency is its strength — every week delivers clean, athletic lucha.”

🟥 National Wrestling Alliance (NWA)

NWA Powerrr on COMET TV (August 22, 2026), also aired on Tubi.

🟩 NWA Women’s Television Championship

Gisele Shaw (c) def. Liviyah A confident defense from Shaw, who controlled the pace and kept Liviyah off balance with sharp striking.

Ed: “Shaw’s reign continues to stabilize that title — she’s making it feel important.”

🟩 Kratos def. Effy

A power‑vs‑personality clash. Effy brought charisma and creativity, but Kratos’ raw strength overwhelmed him.

🟩 Carson Drake def. Pretty Boy Smooth

(#1 Contender’s Match — NWA World Heavyweight Championship) Drake, backed by Aron Stevens, used opportunistic offense and ringside distraction to secure the win and become the next challenger.

Gordon: “Drake’s rise has been steady — this win puts him squarely in the heavyweight conversation.”

🟩 Thrillbilly Silas Mason (c) def. Kerry Morton

(NWA World Heavyweight Championship — Special Guest Referee: Alex Taylor) A rugged title defense. Morton fought with heart, but Mason’s size and aggression carried the match. Alex Taylor’s presence added tension, but the finish was clean.

Ed: “Mason continues to be the immovable object of the NWA — every challenger hits the same wall.”

🟩 Additional Segments

  • Drake complains about having to earn his contender spot.
  • Trevor Murdoch holds court with The Royal Court faction.
  • Bryan Idol threatens Mike Mondo over a personal issue involving Idol’s mother.
  • The Cazana family remains overseas, affecting tag division plans.

OTHER RESULTS

(15.08.2026) NWA WLW Showcase: The Territory Classic – Event @ Harley Race Wrestling Arena in Troy, Missouri, USA
Territory Classic 2026 Tournament First Round: Camaro Jackson defeats Jake Cross
Territory Classic 2026 Tournament First Round: Caramel Lightning defeats Kohnor Martin
Territory Classic 2026 Tournament First Round: Chase Emery defeats Cody James
Territory Classic 2026 Tournament First Round: Bam Bam Malone defeats Hobo Hank
Territory Classic 2026 Tournament Semi Final: Camaro Jackson defeats Caramel Lightning
Territory Classic 2026 Tournament Semi Final: Bam Bam Malone defeats Chase Emery
Herra defeats Morgan Mercy
Territory Classic 2026 Tournament Final: Camaro Jackson defeats Bam Bam Malone

🟦 NWA News & Rumors

  • Carson Drake’s title shot is expected to be scheduled for an upcoming Powerrr or pay‑per‑view event.
  • Thrillbilly Silas Mason continues to be positioned as the centerpiece of the promotion.
  • Women’s division: Gisele Shaw’s strong defense has sparked speculation about a future challenge from Kamille or another returning name.
  • Tag division: With the Cazanas overseas, the division is in a temporary reshuffle.

Gordon: “NWA is clearly building toward a fall season anchored by Mason’s reign and Drake’s challenge.”

🟦 Sports Desk Fan Poll

🟦 Sports Desk Outro — CMLL & NWA

Ed: “And that wraps our sweep through Mexico City and Nashville. CMLL kept its steady rhythm with crisp lucha and rising rudos sharpening their edge, while the NWA pushed its heavyweight picture forward with a title defense and a new challenger stepping into the spotlight. Two promotions, two very different styles, but both moving with purpose as summer winds down.”

Gordon: “The next week will tell us a lot. CMLL’s fall season is beginning to take shape, and the NWA’s heavyweight division is tightening around Silas Mason’s reign and Carson Drake’s ambitions. We’ll be right here at the sports desk tracking every shift, every upset, and every ripple across both promotions.”

Ed: “Stay tuned, fans. The road ahead looks busy, and the stories only get bigger from here.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling 8/12/26: CMLL, NWA and NJPW Ownership Question.

🎙️ Sports Desk Intro

Ed: “Well fans, we’ve got a tale of two traditions tonight — Mexico’s oldest promotion and America’s longest‑running governing body. Both CMLL and the National Wrestling Alliance have been busy. Arena México kept the trios engines roaring, while NWA Powerrr on Comet TV delivered a tight, studio‑style episode with title implications and a few surprises.”

Gordon: “And when you line up the results, you see two promotions leaning into what made them famous — CMLL with its classic three‑fall rhythm and slow‑burn rivalries, NWA with its promo‑driven tension and clear championship lanes. Let’s get to the action.”

🇲🇽 Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL)

RESULTS

CMLL’s week centered around trios battles, title showcases, and apuestas teases — the usual ingredients, but with a few simmering rivalries heating up. Credit: cagematch.net

(11.08.2026) CMLL Martes Populares – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Lightning: Tabata defeats Candela
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: La Fuerza Poblana (Arkalis, Rayo Metalico & Stigma) defeat La Fuerza Tapatia (Fugaz, Gallo Jr. & Star Black) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: La Maquina de la Destruccion (El Elemental, Explosivo & Maquina Letal) defeat Los Bestia Del Diablo (Akuma, Gemelo Diablo I & Gemelo Diablo II) [2:0]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Atlantis & Blue Panther defeat Los Hermanos Chavez (Angel de Oro & Niebla Roja) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of THree Falls Tag Team: Esfinge & Xelhua defeat Black Tiger & Rugido [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Don Callis Family (Hechicero & Volador Jr.) defeat El Sky Team (Mascara Dorada & Neon) [2:1]

(11.08.2026) CMLL Martes De Glamour – Online Stream @ Arena Coliseo Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexiko
Dulce Kitty, Ivanna & Tezca defeat Dominia, Lady Danger & Nautica
Atomo & KeMalito defeat Tengu & Travieso
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Hecate & Miss Guerrera defeat Kira & Princesa Aguila [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Blue Shark, El Hijo del Pantera & Pantera Jr. defeat Optimus, Robin & Trono [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Brillante Jr., Kaiju & Valiente Jr. defeat Bestia Negra, Black Warrior Jr. & Prince Drago
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Furia Roja & Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) defeat Gallero & Los Villanos (El Hijo del Villano III & Villano III Jr.) [2:1]
Rafaga Jr., Titan & Zandokan Jr. (w/KeMonito) defeat Black Tiger IV & The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson)

(10.08.2026) CMLL Lunes Clasico – Online Stream @ Arena Puebla in Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Puebla, Mexiko
El Hijo de Centella Roja & Millenium defeat El Perverso & Rencor
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Meyer & Tiger Boy defeat Kamelot & Maquina Letal by DQ [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: La Fuerza Poblana (Arkalis & Stigma) defeat Los Cancerberos del Infierno (Cancerbero & Virus) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) defeat Star Black & Star Jr. [2:1]
Esfinge & Templario defeat The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson)
Black Tiger & Black Tiger IV defeat Mascara Dorada & Titan

(09.08.2026) Alto Voltaje/CMLL – Event @ Arena Jose Sulaiman in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexiko
Los Chaka Boys (Freddy Boy & Twister Boy) defeat Impu & Khepri
Astro Negro Jr. & Hijo del Astro defeat Baby Spider & Doragon
Alberto Dos Rios & Destroyer Jr. defeat Engendro & Epydemius
Crixus & Guerrero Maya Jr. defeat La Fuerza Poblana (Rayo Metalico & Stigma)
Alto Voltaje Women’s Title Three Way #1 Contendership: India Sioux defeats Candela and Hecate
Flip Gordon, Mascara Dorada & Templario defeat Los Guerreros Laguneros (Gran Guerrero & Stuka Jr.) & The Beast Mortos

(09.08.2026) CMLL Semana Internacional CMLL vs. AEW – Tag 3 – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Diamond & Oro Jr. defeat Okumura & Shoma Kato (8:27)
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Herederos (El Cobarde, Felino Jr. & Hijo de Stuka Jr.) defeat La Maquina de la Destruccion (El Elemental, Explosivo & Maquina Letal) (10:12)
Lightning: Brian Cage defeats Blue Panther Jr. (9:07)
Black Tiger & Black Tiger IV defeat Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) (17:10)
Los Infernales (Averno & Euforia) defeat The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson) (14:22)
Bandido & Mistico defeat Don Callis Family (El Clon & Hechicero) (21:34)

(08.08.2026) CMLL Semana Internacional CMLL vs. AEW – Tag 2 – Online Stream @ Arena Coliseo in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Los Forajidos (El Coyote, Polvora & Vaquero Jr.) defeat Atrapasuenos (Espiritu Negro & Rey Cometa) & Fuego (11:46)
Johnnie Robbie, Tessa Blanchard & Thunder Rosa defeat Keyra, Reyna Isis & Zeuxis (11:38)
The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson) defeat Valiente Jr. & Vegas Depredador (12:48)
Three Way: Gran Guerrero defeats Brian Cage and Crixus (12:02)
Los Hermanos Chavez (Angel de Oro & Niebla Roja) defeat Black Tiger & Black Tiger IV (13:38)
Relevos Increibles Tag Team: Bandido & Titan defeat El Clon & Templario (18:30)

(07.08.2026) CMLL Grand Prix Internacional 2026 – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Lightning: Rey Pegasus defeats Shoma Kato (8:50)
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Flip Gordon & Yutani defeat Difunto & Valiente Jr. [2:0] (8:17)
Tag Team Lightning: Tessa Blanchard & Thunder Rosa defeat Olympia & Persephone (8:11)
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Black Tiger & Black Tiger IV defeat Los Villanos (El Hijo del Villano III & Villano III Jr.) [2:1] (12:07)
Grand Prix Internacional 2026 Torneo Cibernetico: Team Mexico (Angel de Oro, Barbaro Cavernario, Hechicero, Mascara Dorada, Mistico, Soberano Jr., Templario, Titan, Ultimo Guerrero, Volador Jr. & Xelhua) defeat Team International (Austin Aries, Bandido, Blake Christian, Claudio Castagnoli, DOUKI, Leon Cage, Orange Cassidy, PAC, Roderick Strong, Rohan Raja & Yujiro Takahashi) (73:54)

(06.08.2026) CMLL Jueves Arena Mexico – Event @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Los Pequenos Depredadores (Minos I & Minos II) defeat Acero & Aereo
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Kira & Tabata defeat Candela & Sanely [2:1]
Lightning: Futuro defeats Virus
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Valiente & Vegas Depredador defeat La Fuerza Tapatia (Fugaz & Star Black) [2:1]
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Esfinge, Mascara Dorada & Xelhua defeat Difunto, Niebla Roja & Stuka Jr. [2:1]

Ed: “CMLL’s week has been about consistency — steady movement, slow burns, and the kind of pacing that keeps fans coming back.”

Gordon: “And that’s the beauty of lucha libre: even the quiet weeks have stories bubbling under the surface.”

🇺🇸 National Wrestling Alliance (NWA)

NWA leaned into its studio‑show identity this week — tight matches, strong promos, and clear championship direction.

📺 NWA Powerrr — August 9, 2026 (Comet TV)

Credit: Fightful,

The August 9, 2026 episode of NWA Powerrr aired on Comet TV and featured a mix of title matches, tag bouts, and surprise stipulations.

Main Event – NWA Television Championship Match

  • Alex Misery (c) defeated Daisy Kill to retain the NWA Television Championship.
  • Eric Smalls attacked Daisy after the match, but Big Cuzzo intervened to stop the assault.

Other Matches

  • Lockjaw Drake & Buster (w/ Aron Stevens) def. Jack ‘n Eddie (Jack Valor & Eddie Grayson).
  • Da Pope def. Carnage via DQ – Carnage tried to attack Pope with a chair, but The Light made the save.
  • Tiffany Nieves was injured and unable to compete against Natalia Markova. Gretta stepped in as a replacement.
    • No DQ: Gretta def. Natalia Markova.
    • If Gretta won, Nieves would pick the stipulation for her upcoming title defenses; if Markova won, Nieves would vacate the title.

Event Notes

  • The show continued NWA’s tradition of high-stakes matches and surprise stipulations, with the Gretta–Markova bout adding a potential title-vacating storyline.
  • The Lockjaw Drake & Buster vs. Jack ‘n Eddie match was a tag team showcase, while the Pope–Carnage bout featured a DQ finish and a chair interference moment.

This episode set up future storylines, including the stipulation choice for Tiffany Nieves and the ongoing rivalry between Eric Smalls and Big Cuzzo. 

📰 NWA News & Rumors (Past Week)

  • Worlds Heavyweight Title picture tightening — internal talk suggests a multi‑man contender series may be coming.
  • Television Title focus — time‑limit draws are being used to elevate challengers.
  • Women’s division expansion — rumors of new signings and guest appearances.
  • Tag division heating up — two teams are reportedly being groomed for a fall title clash.
  • Studio format staying strong — Comet TV executives reportedly pleased with Powerrr’s pacing and numbers.

Ed: “NWA’s week has been about clarity — who’s chasing which belt, who’s rising, and who’s talking the loudest.”

Gordon: “And that’s the essence of studio wrestling: tight shows, sharp promos, and stakes you can follow.”

📊 Poll Section — Insert Into Blog

This Week’s Sports Desk Poll

🎙️ Sports Desk Closing

Ed: “So from Arena México’s high‑flying chaos to the studio lights of Powerrr, it’s been a week of steady movement and rising tension.”

Gordon: “And with title pictures tightening in both promotions, the next few weeks should be most interesting indeed.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling 8/9/26: AEW Collision and “Look at your boy, Mama Rhodes”.

🎙️ Sports Desk Intro

Ed: “Well fans, All Elite Wrestling has been running hot. Championships defended, grudges deepened, and the Continental Challenge Cup kicked off with a bang. Collision on August 8 gave us a night of tournament fights, faction warfare, and a main event that rattled the arena.”

Gordon: “And when you look at the broader picture — Dynamite in Mexico City, the CMLL crossover, and the fallout from Redemption — you see a promotion in constant motion. Let’s get to the action.”

📺 AEW Collision — August 8, 2026

Colorado Springs, CO

🥊 Full Match Results & Highlights

Dark Match: Steven Borden vs. Ortiz

Winner: Steven Borden. A quick showcase for Borden, who continues to build momentum on the undercard.

Continental Challenge Cup — First Round: Claudio Castagnoli vs. Ace Austin

Winner: Claudio Castagnoli. Claudio overpowered Austin with heavy uppercuts and a decisive Neutralizer. A strong opening statement in the Cup.

The Brawling Birds (Alex Windsor & Jamie Hayter) vs. Vertvixen & Viva Van

Winners: The Brawling Birds. A short, sharp victory — Windsor and Hayter dominated from bell to bell.

Continental Challenge Cup — First Round: Orange Cassidy vs. Matt Sydal

Winner: Orange Cassidy. Cassidy’s laid‑back style gave way to crisp counters and a sudden Orange Punch to secure his tournament win.

The Rascalz vs. Aaron Solo & Steven Fuerte

Winners: The Rascalz. A lightning‑fast squash — Xavier and Wentz overwhelmed Solo and Fuerte in under two minutes.

Mike Bailey vs. Myron Reed

Winner: Mike Bailey. Bailey outmaneuvered Reed with rapid kicks and a pinpoint Ultima Weapon.

Hikaru Shida & Persephone vs. Hyan & Maya World

Winners: Shida & Persephone. Shida’s striking and Persephone’s athleticism meshed well, earning a clean tag victory.

Death Riders (Moxley, Garcia, PAC & Yuta) vs. Bang Bang Gang & Jack Perry

Winners: Death Riders. A wild eight‑man fight. Moxley and PAC anchored the chaos, Garcia snatched momentum late, and Yuta sealed the win. The Bang Bang Gang’s chemistry faltered with Perry in the mix.

Continental Challenge Cup — First Round: Eddie Kingston vs. Jake Doyle

Winner: Eddie Kingston. Kingston fought through Doyle’s size and landed a spinning backfist to close out the night.

📺 AEW Since August 3, 2026 — Full Rundown

(09.08.2026) CMLL Semana Internacional CMLL vs. AEW – Tag 3 – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Diamond & Oro Jr. defeat Okumura & Shoma Kato
Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Herederos (El Cobarde, Felino Jr. & Hijo de Stuka Jr.) defeat La Maquina de la Destruccion (El Elemental, Explosivo & Maquina Letal)
Lightning: Brian Cage defeats Blue Panther Jr.
Black Tiger & Black Tiger IV defeat Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II)
Los Infernales (Averno & Euforia) defeat The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson)
Bandido & Mistico defeat Don Callis Family (El Clon & Hechicero)

(08.08.2026) CMLL Semana Internacional CMLL vs. AEW – Tag 2 – Online Stream @ Arena Coliseo in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko
Los Forajidos (El Coyote, Polvora & Vaquero Jr.) defeat Atrapasuenos (Espiritu Negro & Rey Cometa) & Fuego (11:46)
Johnnie Robbie, Tessa Blanchard & Thunder Rosa defeat Keyra, Reyna Isis & Zeuxis (11:38)
The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson) defeat Valiente Jr. & Vegas Depredador (12:48)
Three Way: Gran Guerrero defeats Brian Cage and Crixus (12:02)
Los Hermanos Chavez (Angel de Oro & Niebla Roja) defeat Black Tiger & Black Tiger IV (13:38)
Relevos Increibles Tag Team: Bandido & Titan defeat El Clon & Templario (18:30)

🔥 AEW News & Rumors

Continental Challenge Cup Heats Up

Claudio, Orange, and Kingston’s wins on Collision have set the early tone — all three are being discussed internally as potential finalists.

Death Riders vs. Bang Bang Gang Continues

The rivalry escalated again on Collision, with the Death Riders regaining momentum after last week’s loss.

Ospreay’s Momentum

Ospreay’s Mexico City street fight win over Mark Davis has fans buzzing about a potential Continental Title challenge.

Women’s Division Rising

Shida, Persephone, Maya World, and Willow continue to anchor a division that has seen multiple title changes in recent weeks.

Trios Division Turbulence

Page & Brodido’s title win has shaken up the trios landscape — The Demand are reportedly furious backstage.

🎤 Spotlight: The Rock’s Promo on Cody Rhodes (RAW — March 24, 2024)

Ed: “Before we close, we revisit a moment that shaped modern wrestling storytelling — The Rock’s blistering promo on Cody Rhodes from March 24, 2024.”

Gordon: “It was a night where words cut deeper than steel chairs.”

Promo Summary

The Rock stepped into the ring and delivered a fiery, personal message aimed squarely at Cody Rhodes. He mocked Cody’s journey, questioned his toughness, and framed himself as the immovable obstacle standing between Rhodes and destiny. The promo blended swagger, venom, and theatrical bravado — a modern echo of classic era mic work.

It became a defining chapter in the Rhodes vs. Bloodline saga, setting the emotional stakes for WrestleMania.

Transcript

Credit: cagematch.net

“[Cody is backstage Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa. After he deals with them, the Rock shows up, beats him up with trash cans, and throws him outside of the arena]

The Rock: “Oh, look at this. Look at this, it’s perfect! Chicago is perfect! Huh?! Upset that the Rock wasn’t saying anything?! The Rock’s got your attention now, doesn’t he? You pieces of shit! Look at this! Look at you now! Look at you now! C’mon boy! Get up, boy! Huh!? Get up, boy! The Rock is the Final Boss! You wanna run your mouth? You wanna be a hero, huh? How about this! The Rock’s not your hero. The Rock is NOT your hero, you son of a bitch! [Rock throws Cody at his tour bus] Look at you now. Look at him. Chicago, look at your hero! World, look at your hero! [to the cameraman] How about you back up?

And Mama Rhodes, look at your son. The Rock’s got a special gift for you, Mama Rhodes, he’s got a special gift for you, because you’re going right in there. [he throws Cody into his tour bus] Yes, yes, that’s right. Well, here’s what happens, here’s what happens. Look at you now. Look at you now! Now, world, you wanna know why the Rock is the Final Boss? Did you think for one single solitary second that the Rock was gonna let this piece of trash talk his shit?! No, not by a long shot! Because at the end of the day, to all your Cody Crybabies, to him, to Mama Rhodes, and to everybody, at the end of the day, it didn’t have to be like this, but it is like this now, because of HIM! Because of Cody Rhodes. He stuck his nose in the Rock’s business. Oh, and, the prophecy has come true! Look at this. Look at you, oh, look at you, LOOK AT YOU! [The Rock punches a bloodied Cody] Mama Rhodes, Mama Rhodes, look at this! Look at you, huh? Mama Rhodes! Look at him. Now Mama Rhodes, the Rock has got a special gift, look at this now. Here is your belt. The Rock is a man of his word, he’s gonna put your son’s blood on this belt, and at WrestleMania, your son’s blood and your tears.

Here look at this; get in here close, cameraman! Get in here close, look at that, look at this! [The Rock takes Cody’s blood and rubs it on his weight belt] Mama Rhodes, there’s your blood, look at that, there it is. You look right here, tears at the end of the day. Mama Rhodes, I want you to look at your boy. LOOK AT YOUR BOY, MAMA RHODES! Look at your boy, look at the blood, Mama Rhodes. At WrestleMania, this is what’s going to happen to your son. Your son’s blood on Johnson’s hands! Your daddy, your daddy talked about ‘Hard Times.’ … HE doesn’t know about Hard Times, but you’re going to know about Hard Times boy. You’re gonna know about Hard Times. The Rock is gonna learn you about Hard Times. For life, the Rock and Cody Rhodes, Hard Times. This is what happens when you fuck with the Final Boss! Look at you. Look at your son Mama Rhodes. It didn’t have to be this way. But now, this is the only way. Look at your son.””

🗂️ Sports Desk Closing

Ed: “AEW’s week has been a storm — tournaments, title shifts, and rivalries that refuse to cool down.”

Gordon: “And with the Continental Challenge Cup underway, every match feels like a step toward something bigger. A most compelling week across the board.”

Around the World of Pro Wrestling 5/26/26: NJPW, OVW and Top 25.

🎙️ Rundown — NJPW & OVW

Presented by Ed & Gordon.

🟦 DESK INTRO

Ed: “Fans, buckle up — the action from Japan to Louisville has been hotter than a stovetop! New Japan is marching toward Dominion with purpose, and OVW is stacking contenders like cordwood as summer approaches!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most eventful week — champions tested, prospects rising, and several intriguing developments shaping the competitive landscape.”

🟥 NEW JAPAN PRO WRESTLING (NJPW)

⭐ Current Direction

The post‑Dontaku stretch continues, and the road to Dominion is tightening. This week’s NJPW World broadcast delivered a clean mix of faction warfare, singles showcases, and a main event with real implications.

🟧 NJPW WORLD RESULTS

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(24.05.2026) NJPW Best Of The Super Junior 33 – Tag 7 – Online Stream @ Kyoto KBS Hall in Kyoto, Japan
Daisuke Sasaki & Masatora Yasuda defeat Tatsuya Matsumoto & Toru Yano (5:43)
United Empire (Jakob Austin Young & Zane Jay) defeat El Desperado & Tiger Mask (7:09)
TMDK (Robbie Eagles & Ryohei Oiwa) defeat Unbound Co. (Gedo & Taiji Ishimori) (6:24)
Hyo, KUSHIDA & YOH defeat House Of Torture (Dick Togo, SHO & Yoshinobu Kanemaru) (7:28)
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Francesco Akira [6] defeats Daiki Nagai 0
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Master Wato [8] defeats Valiente Jr. 4
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Kosei Fujita [6] defeats Ryusuke Taguchi 6
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Robbie X [6] defeats Titan 10
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Jun Kasai [8] defeats Nick Wayne 6

(23.05.2026) NJPW Best Of The Super Junior 33 – Tag 6 – Online Stream @ Arcrea Himeji in Himeji, Hyogo, Japan
United Empire (Francesco Akira & Zane Jay) defeat Unbound Co. (Daiki Nagai & Gedo) (6:15)
TMDK (Hartley Jackson, Robbie Eagles & Ryohei Oiwa) defeat Six Or Nine (Master Wato & Ryusuke Taguchi) & Tatsuya Matsumoto (9:12)
Unbound Co. (Robbie X & Titan) defeat Nick Wayne & Tiger Mask (7:02)
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Valiente Jr. [4] defeats Jun Kasai 6
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: Hyo 4 defeats KUSHIDA 2
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: Jakob Austin Young [4] (w/Zane Jay) defeats Daisuke Sasaki 6
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: Taiji Ishimori [6] defeats Yoshinobu Kanemaru 4
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: El Desperado [6] defeats SHO 6
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: Robbie Eagles [4] defeats YOH 6

Gordon: “A most significant result — El Desperado continues to ascend at a remarkable pace.”

(22.05.2026) NJPW Best Of The Super Junior 33 – Tag 5 – Online Stream @ Osaka Municipal Central Gymnasium Sub Arena in Osaka, Japan
Unbound Co. (Gedo & Taiji Ishimori) defeat Taisei Nakahara & Tatsuya Matsumoto (5:58)
United Empire (Jakob Austin Young & Zane Jay) defeat Daisuke Sasaki & Masatora Yasuda (6:33)
TMDK (Hartley Jackson, Robbie Eagles & Ryohei Oiwa) defeat Tiger Mask, Toru Yano & YOH (7:36)
El Desperado, Hyo & KUSHIDA defeat House Of Torture (Dick Togo, SHO & Yoshinobu Kanemaru) (8:25)
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Nick Wayne [6] defeats Daiki Nagai 0
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Titan [10] defeats Ryusuke Taguchi 6
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Francesco Akira [4] defeats Valiente Jr. 2
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Jun Kasai [6] defeats Robbie X 4
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Master Wato [6] defeats Kosei Fujita 4

Gordon: “A most fluid performance — Titan’s agility continues to be a differentiating factor.”


(20.05.2026) NJPW Best Of The Super Junior 33 – Tag 4 – Online Stream @ Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: Jakob Austin Young [2] defeats KUSHIDA 2
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Jun Kasai [4] defeats Daiki Nagai 0
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: Yoshinobu Kanemaru [4] defeats Robbie Eagles 2
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Nick Wayne [4] defeats Ryusuke Taguchi 6
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: Taiji Ishimori [4] defeats Daisuke Sasaki 6
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Titan [8] defeats Valiente Jr. 2
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: El Desperado [4] defeats Hyo 2
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Master Wato [4] defeats Francesco Akira 2
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block B: YOH [6] defeats SHO [6] by DQ (13:22)
Best Of The Super Junior 33 Block A: Robbie X [4] defeats Kosei Fujita

Ed: “That’s a young man wrestling like he’s got something to prove — and he’s proving it!”

📰 NJPW NEWS & RUMORS

Best of the Super Jr. 33 A Block Update: day 7

Credit: njpw1972.com

“Titan still leads in A Block, albeit with a four point advantage now cut to two over Jun Kasai and Master Wato on eight. Joint fourth goes to Nick Wayne, Francesco Akira, Kosei Fujita, Robbie X and Ryusuke Taguchi, before VAliente Jr. now on the bubble in ninth and the eliminated Daiki Nagai bringing up the rear. B Block will be the focus of night eight in Numazu Wednesday, but one A Block league match will see Francesco Akira and Jun Kasai collide in a critical bout for both men.”

Best of the Super Jr. 33 B Block update: day 6

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“It’s a five way tie at the top of B Block now, with El Desperado, YOH, SHO, Daisuke Sasaki and Taiji Ishimori all accounted for, from Robbie Eagles, Jakob Austin Young, Yoshinobu Kanemaru and Hyo at four. KUSHIDA trails behind at two. A Block is next in action Sunday in Kyoto, with B Block returning Wednesday in Numazu.”

🟪 OHIO VALLEY WRESTLING (OVW)

⭐ Current Direction

OVW continues its spring‑into‑summer escalation with rising prospects, title contenders emerging, and long‑term feuds heating up.

🟩 OVW RISE

Ed: “Rae Larson’s not winning friends, but she’s winning matches — and that’s what gets you paid!”

Gordon: “A most forceful performance — Jay Dinero has positioned himself as a legitimate threat to everyone.”

🟧 OVW OVERDRIVE

Ed: “Brendan Balling is holding that championship like it’s glued to his hands — challengers keep lining up, and he keeps knocking them down!”

📰 OVW NEWS & RUMORS

Credit: OVW Wrestling on Facebook

“After Jay DeNiro captured the OVW Heavyweight Championship, the OVW Media Championship was left vacant.

Now the race to crown a new champion begins.

The OVW Media Title Tournament kicks off THIS Thursday on OVW Rise with first round action featuring some of OVW’s top stars all fighting for a shot at championship gold. Who survives and advances?”

May 28th First Round matches.

Stephen Steel vs. Kal Herro

Donovan Cecil vs. Drew Hernandez vs. Austin Ryker

Jake Lawless vs. Austin Adonis

Colby Carter vs. Jake Painter vs. Erik Surge

TOP 25

  1. MJF 1-0 AEW World Champion 
  2. Titan 3-0 NJPW
  3. Will Ospreay 2-0 AEW
  4. RUSH 2-0 ROH
  5. Kosei Fujita 2-0 NJPW
  6. A. R. Fox 1-0 ROH TV Champion 
  7. Deonna Purrazzo 1-0 ROH Women’s Pure Champion
  8. Eita  1-0 NOAH
  9. Taiji Ishimori 1-0 NJPW
  10. Hiroto Tsuruya & Lykos Gym (Kid Lykos & Kid Lykos II) 1-0 NOAH
  11. Daisuke Sasaki 3-0 NJPW
  12. SHO 3-0 NJPW
  13. Ryusuke Taguchi 3-0 NJPW
  14. Los Tranquilos de Japon (BUSHI & Tetsuya Naito) 1-0 NOAH GHC Tag Team Champions
  15. Darby Allin 1-1 AEW
  16. Divine Dominion (Lena Kross & Megan Bayne) 2-0 AEW Women’s World Tag Team Champions
  17. Los Hermanos Chavez (Angel de Oro & Niebla Roja) 2-0 CMLL World Tag Team Champions, NJPW STRONG Openweight Tag Team Champions
  18. AMAKUSA & Kenoh 2-0 NOAH
  19. The Titans of Calamity (Ren Ayabe & Talos) 1-0 NWA, AJPW Tag Team Champions 
  20. Mike Santana 1-0 TNA World Champion 
  21. Swerve Strickland 1-0 AEW
  22. Adam Copeland & Christian Cage 1-0 AEW World Tag Team Champions
  23. Thekla 1-0 AEW Women’s World Champion 
  24. Athena 1-0 ROH Women’s World Champion 
  25. Konosuke Takeshita 1-0 AEW International Champion 

🎙️ DESK OUTRO

Ed: “Fans, both NJPW and OVW delivered a week packed with grit, fire, and momentum swings. From New Japan’s march toward Dominion to OVW’s rising contenders, the landscape is shifting fast!”

Gordon: “Indeed. A most compelling stretch for both promotions — and the weeks ahead promise even greater developments.”