Ed: “Well folks, AEW has been moving at a full sprint this past week. Dynamite delivered title fights, confrontations, and a major shift in the trios division. It’s been a week where every match seemed to push a story forward.”
Gordon: “And the tension between Will Ospreay and Kenny Omega has escalated into one of the most personal rivalries AEW has ever seen. Championships changed hands, alliances cracked, and the road to All In London grew sharper.”
📺 AEW Dynamite
🔥 RESULTS
(05.08.2026) AEW Dynamite #357 – Grand Slam Mexico 2026 – TV-Show @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Dark: Lio Rush defeats El Clon Dark Six Man Tag Team: Hyan, Maya World & Thunder Rosa defeat Hikaru Shida, Marina Shafir & Skye Blue Dark Ten Man Tag Team: Brillante Jr., Jeff Jarrett, Mascara Dorada, Orange Cassidy & Roderick Strong defeat Nick Wayne, The Dogs (Clark Connors & David Finlay) & The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson) Death Riders (Daniel Garcia, Jon Moxley, PAC & Wheeler Yuta) defeat Cage And Cope (Adam Copeland & Christian Cage) & The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson & Nick Jackson) (11:32) Casino Gauntlet #1 Spot Three Way: Andrade El Idolo defeats Komander and Tommaso Ciampa (11:04) The Brawling Birds (Alex Windsor & Jamie Hayter) & Willow Nightingale defeat Divine Dominion (Lena Kross & Megan Bayne) & Mercedes Mone (11:24) AEW International Title: Kyle Fletcher (c) defeats Mike Bailey (16:41) Corazon de Leon, Darby Allin & Mistico defeat Don Callis Family (Hechicero, Kazuchika Okada & Kevin Knight) (10:32) Persephone defeats Kris Statlander (10:04) AEW World Trios Title: Adam Page & Brodido (Bandido & Brody King) (w/KeMalito) defeat The Demand (Bishop Kaun, Ricochet & Toa Liona) (c) (13:35) – TITLE CHANGE !!! No Outside Interference Mexico City Street Fight: Will Ospreay defeats Mark Davis (17:03)
(04.08.2026) CMLL Semana Internacional CMLL vs. AEW – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Lightning: Leon Cage defeats Max Star (8:44) Lightning Tag Team: Candela & Kira defeat Hyan & Maya World (9:06) Lightning Tag Team: Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) defeat The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson) (9:34) Lightning: Austin Aries defeats Esfinge (8:57) NJPW STRONG Openweight Tag Team Title: Los Hermanos Chavez (Angel de Oro & Niebla Roja) (c) defeat House Of Torture (DOUKI & Yujiro Takahashi) (8:58) Neon, Ultimo Guerrero, Xelhua & Zandokan Jr. defeat Don Callis Family (Brian Cage, El Clon, Hechicero & Volador Jr.) (11:26) Lightning: Soberano Jr. defeats Komander (9:19) Barbaro Cavernario defeats Bandido (15:30) AEW TNT Title: Kevin Knight (c) defeats Titan (12:16) Kyle Fletcher defeats Mascara Dorada (11:53)
📰 AEW News & Rumors
📉 Viewership Snapshot
Collision drew 362,000 viewers, down 15% from the previous week due to airing on Thursday instead of Saturday.
Ospreay vs. Omega Intensifies
Ospreay struck Omega with the Hidden Blade after a heated confrontation, escalating their All In storyline.
Casino Gauntlet Official for All In
Winner earns a guaranteed AEW World Title shot.
Willow vs. Moné Set for All In
Contract signed; tensions rising.
📚 This Week in History (AEW Edition)
August 1, 2020 — The Rise of the Daily’s Place Era
AEW continued running shows from Daily’s Place during the pandemic, solidifying the venue as a historic home base.
July 31, 2021 — The Elite Dominate
Kenny Omega and The Young Bucks held multiple championships simultaneously, marking one of AEW’s most dominant faction runs.
July 29, 2023 — Collision Finds Its Identity
Early episodes of Collision established the brand as AEW’s “workhorse show,” featuring longer matches and fewer backstage segments.
July 30, 2024 — Swerve Strickland’s Breakout Summer
Swerve’s rise toward the AEW World Championship picture began with a string of high‑profile wins.
🎙️ Sports Desk Closing
Ed: “AEW’s week has been a storm—title changes, tournament announcements, and rivalries that feel ready to explode. Every show since July 30 has pushed the company toward a massive August.”
Gordon: “And with All In London looming, every match carries weight. The sports desk will be watching closely as the pieces continue to move.”
Ed: “Tonight at the sports desk, we’re heading from Mexico City to the American South—tracking how CMLL and the National Wrestling Alliance have been moving the pieces on their boards since late July. Two very different traditions, one shared goal: keep the rings hot and the stories moving.”
Gordon: “And when you look closely, you see classic formulas still working—trios warfare in Mexico, studio‑style wrestling in the States—each promotion leaning on what made it famous while nudging things forward.”
🇲🇽 Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL)
🔥 Overall direction
Ed: “CMLL has stayed true to its heartbeat—Arena México as the hub, trios matches as the engine, and a mix of veterans and rising names filling out the cards. The past week has been about keeping champions visible and rivalries simmering rather than blowing everything up with sudden shocks.”
Gordon: “Titles like the CMLL World Welterweight, Middleweight, and Tag belts remain central, but much of the drama is built through non‑title trios and apuestas teases—hair and mask threats that may pay off down the line.”
📺 RESULTS
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Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (04.08.2026) CMLL Martes De Glamour Lucha De Naciones – Event @ Arena Coliseo Guadalajara in Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon, Mexiko Garabato & Halcon de Plata defeat Exterminador & Malefico Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Bestia Negra, Rey Emil & Troglodita defeat La Mafia (Leo, Omar Brunetti & Principe Daniel) [2:1] Atomo & Plumita defeat Tengu & Travieso Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Los Magnificos (Adrenalina & Fantastico) defeat Guerrero de la Muerte & Rafaga [2:1] Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Amon-Ra, Draego & Fuego defeat Alexius, El Elemental & Persa [2:1] Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Lluvia & Tessa Blanchard defeat Las Infernales (Dark Silueta & Zeuxis) [2:1] Averno, Difunto, Dulce Gardenia, El Cobarde & Templario defeat Los Demonios Samurais (Okumura & Yutani), Dark Magic, Flip Gordon & Shoma Kato
Consejo Mundial De Lucha LibreAll Elite Wrestling (04.08.2026) CMLL Semana Internacional CMLL vs. AEW – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Lightning: Leon Cage defeats Max Star (8:44) Lightning Tag Team: Candela & Kira defeat Hyan & Maya World (9:06) Lightning Tag Team: Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) defeat The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson) (9:34) Lightning: Austin Aries defeats Esfinge (8:57) NJPW STRONG Openweight Tag Team Title: Los Hermanos Chavez (Angel de Oro & Niebla Roja) (c) defeat House Of Torture (DOUKI & Yujiro Takahashi) (8:58) Neon, Ultimo Guerrero, Xelhua & Zandokan Jr. defeat Don Callis Family (Brian Cage, El Clon, Hechicero & Volador Jr.) (11:26) Lightning: Soberano Jr. defeats Komander (9:19) Barbaro Cavernario defeats Bandido (15:30) AEW TNT Title: Kevin Knight (c) defeats Titan (12:16) Kyle Fletcher defeats Mascara Dorada (11:53)
Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (03.08.2026) CMLL Lunes Clasico – Online Stream @ Arena Puebla in Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Puebla, Mexiko Amnesia & Makro defeat Aguila Egipcia & Multy Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Astoreth & La Magnifica defeat Diablita Roja & Lady Metal [2:1] KeMalito defeats Tengu Lightning: Star Jr. defeats Shoma Kato Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Star Black, Villano III Jr. & Xelhua defeat Los Demonios Samurais (Okumura & Yutani) & Yujiro Takahashi Relevos Increibles Six Man Tag Team: El Sky Team (Mascara Dorada & Neon) & Soberano Jr. defeat Austin Aries, DOUKI & Leon Cage (24:15)
Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (02.08.2026) CMLL Domingo Familiar – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Infinito & Magnetico defeat Meyer & Tiger Boy (11:17) Johnnie Robbie, Kira, Skadi & Tessa Blanchard defeat Keyra, Persephone, Sanely & Zeuxis (10:47) Lightning: Guerrero Maya Jr. defeats El Cobarde (9:43) Esfinge defeats Leon Cage (10:47) Relevos Increibles Tag Team: Hechicero & Xelhua defeat Yujiro Takahashi & Yutani (15:56) Mistico & Templario defeat Austin Aries & DOUKI (17:56)
Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (01.08.2026) CMLL Sabados De Coliseo – Online Stream @ Arena Coliseo de Mexico City in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Robin & Sangre Imperial defeat Astral & Electrico (12:36) Lightning Tag Team: Las Valientitas (Hera & Olympia) defeat Las Infernales (Dark Silueta & Valkiria) (9:33) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Viajeros Del Espacio (Futuro, Hombre Bala Jr. & Max Star) defeat Los Forajidos (El Coyote, Polvora & Vaquero Jr.) [2:1] (17:45) Black Tiger, Flip Gordon & Leon Cage defeat Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) & Xelhua (10:05) Lightning: Austin Aries defeats Neon (8:54) House Of Torture (DOUKI & Yujiro Takahashi) & Yutani defeat Angel de Oro, Barbaro Cavernario & Volador Jr. (15:18)
Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (31.07.2026) CMLL Viernes Espectacular – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Mexico Vs. Japan Ten Man Torneo Cibernetico: Los Demonios Samurais (Okumura & Yutani), House Of Torture (DOUKI & Yujiro Takahashi) & Shoma Kato defeat Capitan Suicida, Fugaz, Pantera Jr., Valiente Jr. & Xelhua (30:43) Neon & Titan defeat Austin Aries & Leon Cage (12:35) Mexican National Women’s Title: Thunder Rosa defeats India Sioux (c) (11:20) – TITLE CHANGE !!! Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Barbaro Cavernario, Ultimo Guerrero & Zandokan Jr. defeat Dragon Rojo Jr., Star Jr. & Templario [2:0] (7:39) CMLL World Women’s Title: Persephone (c) defeats Tessa Blanchard (13:38) CMLL World Heavyweight Title: Hechicero (c) defeats Roderick Strong (12:40) Torneo La Leyenda De Plata 2026 Final: Mascara Dorada defeats Komander (w/KeMonito) (15:57)
Consejo Mundial De Lucha LibreWrestling In Mexiko – Freelance Shows (30.07.2026) CMLL/Promociones Deluxe – Event @ Auditorio Benito Juárez, Veracruz, Veracruz in Veracruz, Veracruz, Mexiko Garra Negra & Kira defeat Reyna Isis & Zeuxis El Sky Team (Mascara Dorada & Neon) & Templario defeat Barbaro Cavernario, Hechicero & Soberano Jr.
📰 CMLL news & rumors (past week)
Champions staying busy:Gordon: “Word out of Mexico is that most singles champions have been working regular non‑title matches to keep their profiles high without overusing title defenses.”
Apuestas speculation:Ed: “Fans are buzzing about which rivalry might be next to get the mask‑or‑hair treatment—several mid‑card feuds have escalated with more post‑match brawls and challenges.”
International talent:Gordon: “There’s ongoing chatter about more foreign wrestlers cycling through CMLL cards later in the year, continuing the trend of international exchanges.”
🇺🇸 National Wrestling Alliance (NWA)
🦅 Overall direction
Ed: “The NWA has leaned hard into its studio‑show roots—Powerrr‑style episodes built around promos, short matches, and a clear hierarchy of champions and contenders. The past week has focused on tightening the Worlds Heavyweight picture and giving the women’s and tag divisions more defined lanes.”
Gordon: “Titles like the NWA Worlds Heavyweight, National, Television, Tag, and Women’s belts remain the spine of the product, with most episodes structured to keep at least two of those divisions in motion.”
The August 1, 2026 edition of NWA Powerrr aired on Comet TV from Center Stage, Atlanta, Georgia, marking the start of the Hard Times series.
Main Events & Key Results
NWA World Junior Heavyweight Championship: Damian Fenrir defeated Slade (w/ Aron Stevens) (c) by Disqualification. Stevens distracted the match, leading to the DQ. Slade retained the title.
NWA United States Tag Team Championship: The Hardway (Jack Vaughn & Dalton McKenzie) defeated The Slimeballz (Sage Chantz & Tommy Rant) (c) (w/ Aron Stevens) to win the titles.
NWA World Women’s Tag Team Championship: Pretty Empowered (Kenzie Paige & Kylie Paige) (w/ Tommy Henry) defeated Sirena Veil & Alice Crowley (w/ Paige Collett) to retain the belts. Kylie used the Kenzie Cutter finisher, then slapped her father after the match.
Other notable match: Hammerstone defeated Richard Adonis.
Commentators: Joe Galli, Danny Dealz, Tim Storm. Interviews: Kyle Davis interviewed Kerry and Ricky Morton in the ring. Other segments: Paige Collett put over Sirena Veil and Alice Crowley; King Trevor Murdoch joined the Carson Drake experience.
This episode set the tone for Hard Times 6, with three title bouts and strong storylines, including backstage drama between Da Pope and Mims.
(31.07.2026) NWA New Mexico DCCW Territory Trials – Event @ Historic El Rey Theater in Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA Territory Trials Tournament First Round: Hobo Hank defeats Thunder Territory Trials Tournament First Round: Johnny Magna defeats Mister Happy (w/Daisy Dee McGee, Harper Hemlock, Rak & Valak Vile) Territory Trials Tournament First Round: Antoine Giovanni (w/Matthew Roblez) defeats Sale (w/Chelsea Dodson) Territory Trials Tournament First Round: Charlie 50 (w/Veronica Vega) defeats Tommy 2 Scoops Territory Trials Tournament Semi Final: Hobo Hank defeats Johnny Magna Territory Trials Tournament Semi Final: Antoine Giovanni (w/Matthew Roblez) defeats Charlie 50 (w/Veronica Vega) DCCW Enchanted Title: Alorha Jet defeats Zamaya (c) – TITLE CHANGE !!! Territory Trials Tournament Final: Hobo Hank defeats Antoine Giovanni (w/Matthew Roblez)
📰 NWA news & rumors (past week)
Worlds Heavyweight focus:Gordon: “Backstage talk suggests the promotion is lining up a multi‑man or tournament‑style path to the next Worlds Heavyweight Title defense, rather than a simple one‑on‑one challenge.”
Television & National Titles:Ed: “There’s interest in using those belts to elevate newer faces—expect more short, decisive defenses and quick turnaround challengers.”
Women’s division expansion:Gordon: “Rumors point to additional signings or guest appearances to deepen the women’s roster heading into the fall.”
📊 Poll corner — your weekly question
🗳️ This week’s poll
🎬 Sports desk closing
Ed: “So from the high balconies of Arena México to the studio lights of the NWA, the past week has been about steady hands—promotions leaning on what they do best and letting the stories breathe.”
Gordon: “And that’s the kind of week the sports desk appreciates. Not every show needs a shock—sometimes the most telling thing is how consistently the pieces are moved. The question now is simple: who made you mark out.”
Ed: “Well folks, pull up a chair—because the rings have been rattling from Tokyo to Louisville. New Japan’s G1 is roaring through the summer like a runaway bullet train, and Ohio Valley Wrestling has been firing off title changes like fireworks. It’s been a week of bruisers, brawlers, and a few shocks that made even me sit up straight.”
Gordon: “And as always, we’ll bring clarity to the chaos. The past seven days have given us decisive victories, forfeits, referee stoppages, and a few strategic surprises. Let’s examine the evidence, match by match, promotion by promotion.”
🇯🇵 New Japan Pro Wrestling
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⭐ G1 Climax 36 — Tournament Turbulence
The G1 rolled through Suita, Takamatsu, Hiroshima, and Fukuoka, producing a mix of lightning‑quick finishes, endurance wars, and a few eyebrow‑raising forfeits.
Block A Highlights
Konosuke Takeshita continues to look like a machine built for tournament warfare. Wins over Great‑O‑Khan, Hirooki Goto, and Oleg Boltin this week have pushed him into double‑digit points.
Yota Tsuji scored a KO victory over Yuto‑Ice in Suita and a 19‑minute grind over Ryohei Oiwa in Hiroshima.
Oleg Boltin shocked SANADA with a 90‑second victory—the kind of result that makes statisticians double‑check their notes.
SANADA, meanwhile, has been inconsistent—dropping matches to Oiwa and Boltin, but picking up a count‑out win over Jake Lee.
Block B Highlights
Gabe Kidd is quietly becoming the tournament’s most dangerous closer, picking up a 20‑minute win over HENARE and a strong showing against Callum Newman.
Callum Newman had a mixed week: a forfeit win over Shota Umino, a loss to Drilla Moloney, but a sharp victory over Gabe Kidd.
Ren Narita scored a lightning‑fast win over Zack Sabre Jr. (2:45) and a 20‑minute triumph over Yuya Uemura.
OSKAR picked up two referee‑decision wins—one over Drilla Moloney and one over Aaron Wolf—cementing his reputation as a heavy hitter who forces stoppages.
Tag & Faction Notes
TMDK continues to dominate the undercards, with Hartley Jackson and Ryohei Oiwa stacking multiple wins.
House of Torture is up to their usual tricks—quick victories, interference, and referee decisions.
United Empire had a strong week in multi‑man tags, though Jake Lee’s singles results remain uneven.
RESULTS
(02.08.2026) NJPW G1 Climax 36 – Tag 11 – Online Stream @ Fukuoka Convention Center in Fukuoka, Japan TMDK (Hartley Jackson & Ryohei Oiwa) defeat Goto Revolutionary Army (Hirooki Goto & Tatsuya Matsumoto) (6:01) House Of Torture (SANADA & Yoshinobu Kanemaru) defeat Unbound Co. (Gedo & Yuto-Ice) (5:40) United Empire (Great-O-Khan & Jakob Austin Young) defeat United Empire (Jake Lee & Zane Jay) (6:19) Konosuke Takeshita, Oleg Boltin & Toru Yano defeat Unbound Co. (Daiki Nagai, Shingo Takagi & Yota Tsuji) (6:33) G1 Climax 2026 Block B: Callum Newman [8] defeats Shota Umino [0] by forfeit G1 Climax 2026 Block B: Aaron Wolf [6] defeats Drilla Moloney [8] (13:11) G1 Climax 2026 Block B: Zack Sabre Jr. [4] defeats OSKAR [8] (15:58) G1 Climax 2026 Block B: Ren Narita [8] defeats Yuya Uemura [6] (20:00) G1 Climax 2026 Block B: Gabe Kidd [10] defeats HENARE [8] (20:35)
A packed show with Race for the Crown qualifiers dominating the card.
Marcus DeAngelo and Tommy Boy picked up dark‑match wins.
Mario Pardua, Brendan Balling, Dustin Jackson, and Thomas Heim all advanced in their respective qualifiers.
Leela Hall won the women’s qualifier, continuing her steady climb.
⭐ OVW Overdrive #197 — July 28
Shalonce Royal continues her winning streak with PJ Jones in her corner.
Adam Revolver & Tony Gunn defeated The Troublemakers.
Kirko Ky and Killah Kai picked up singles wins.
A big multi‑man victory for Ashton Adonis, Austin Ryker, Colby Carter & Kal Herro.
RESULTS
Ohio Valley Wrestling (30.07.2026) OVW TV #1407 – TV-Show @ Davis Arena in Louisville, Kentucky, USA Dark Singles: Marcus DeAngelo defeats Vinnie Valentine Dark Singles: Tommy Boy defeats Evan Golden Men’s Race for the Crown Qualifier Four Way Elimination: Mario Pardua defeats Glenn Spectre and JJ Lawson and Tony Gunn Men’s Race for the Crown Qualifier Four Way Elimination: Brendan Balling defeats Austin Ryker and Icon Lee and Mad Dog Martin Thomas Heim defeats Kirko Ky Women’s Race for the Crown Qualifier Three Way Elimination: Leela Hall defeats Joiya Blake and Karter Cauffman Men’s Race for the Crown Qualifier Four Way Elimination: Dustin Jackson defeats Anthony Toatele and Erik Surge and Jay DeNiro
(28.07.2026) OVW Overdrive #197 – Online Stream @ Davis Arena in Louisville, Kentucky, USA Shalonce Royal (w/PJ Jones) defeats Rae Larson Adam Revolver & Tony Gunn defeat The Troublemakers (Canaan Kristopher & Glenn Spectre) Killah Kai defeats Janie Hartman Kirko Ky defeats J3 Ashton Adonis, Austin Ryker, Colby Carter & Kal Herro defeat Donovan Marcelous, Mario Pardua, Meto & Tyler Jordan
Noble Champions GroupOhio Valley Wrestling (25.07.2026) NCG/OVW Head Games – Event @ Royal SCITS Academy in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada Pre-Show: Machine Gun Bishop defeats ??? Giant Orion defeats Special Agent 0 Chris Masters defeats Jessie V NCG Noble Crown Title Five Way Ladder Match (vakant): Tony Gunn defeats Dean Hendrix and Erik Surge and Matt Kerr and Ricky James – TITLE CHANGE !!! Richard Holliday defeats Zach Nystrom Chantal defeats Chris Malvado Al Snow, Ashton Adonis & Kal Herro defeat Bobby Clancy, Dread King Logan & Jeeves by DQ Steel Cage: The Soultaker defeats Beastman
🔍 News & Rumors
NJPW
Internal chatter suggests Shota Umino’s forfeit streak may be due to a minor injury being protected during the G1 stretch.
Konosuke Takeshita’s dominant run has reportedly impressed both NJPW and AEW officials—whispers of future cross‑promotional plans are circulating.
OSKAR’s referee‑stoppage wins have drawn attention; some insiders believe NJPW is positioning him as a future NEVER contender.
OVW
The Race for the Crown tournament is generating buzz backstage—OVW officials reportedly see it as a way to elevate mid‑card talent into new storylines.
Dustin Jackson’s regained Heavyweight Title has stabilized the main event scene after several months of rapid title changes.
J‑Rod’s Women’s Title win is said to be part of a broader push to refresh the division with new rivalries.
🌟 Spotlight on Suzu Suzuki
Ed: “Now, before we wrap things up, let’s shine a light on one of the most compelling athletes in the women’s wrestling world—Suzu Suzuki. She’s is in the 5STAR Grand Prix, and her influence echoes across Japan’s wrestling landscape.”
Gordon: “Suzu’s reputation is built on ferocity, precision, and a willingness to take risks that others shy away from. Her work in Stardom and her appearances in cross‑promotional events have made her a standout among the new generation.”
Current Notes on Suzu Suzuki
She remains one of the most in‑demand freelancers in Japan, often working high‑profile matches that emphasize her stiff striking and fearless pacing.
Her recent bouts have leaned into a more aggressive style—industry observers believe she’s in the middle of another major title run.
Suzu’s name continues to surface in discussions about future international appearances; several promotions reportedly want her for fall events.
🎙️ Sports Desk Closing
Ed: “Well, that’s the lay of the land—New Japan’s G1 is a battlefield of endurance, and OVW is a carousel of contenders trying to grab their moment in the spotlight.”
Gordon: “And as always, the story continues. Titles will change hands, reputations will rise and fall, and we’ll be right here at the sports desk to chronicle every development.”
Ed: “Tonight we’re taking the long view—tracking how Ring of Honor, Stardom, wXw, NOAH, and All Japan have been moving the chess pieces this past week. Five promotions, five different philosophies, all chasing the same thing: matches that matter.”
Gordon: “And when you line them up side by side, you see a full spectrum—from pure wrestling and tournament grids to faction warfare and heavyweight epics. A most revealing week across the global scene.”
Ring of Honor (ROH)
Big picture
Ed: “ROH has spent this stretch tightening its identity as AEW’s pure‑wrestling brand—leaning on title defenses, technical showcases, and long‑form rivalries built around respect and grudges rather than spectacle alone.”
Gordon: “World, TV, Pure, and Tag divisions all remain active, with champions working double duty on streaming shows and live events to keep the belts feeling like living, breathing centerpieces.”
ROH TV July 28, 2026 Special Tuesday Episode
Maya World def. Janai Kai. Nick Wayne def. Alan Angels. Action Andretti, Anthony Bowens & HOOK def. Landon Hale, Robert Allen, & Steve Allen. Isla Dawn def. Erica Leigh. Adam Priest def. Kiran Grey. Griff Garrison def. Aaron Solo. Shane Taylor & Lee Moriarty def. Spanish Announce Project. The Outrunners, Dalton Castle, & Orange Cassidy def. The Swirl & Premier Athletes
Isla Dawn challenged Red Velvet who accepted.
ROH on HonorClub – July 31, 2026 Results
Credit: Prowrestling.net, WON/F4W.
Lee Moriarty retained the ROH Pure Championship in a technical, grappling-heavy match against Angelico.
Main Event
Lee Moriarty def. Angelico – Pure Rules match. The bout featured no punches, chops, or kicks, relying entirely on top wrestling. Moriarty and Angelico exchanged counters, submissions, and leg locks, with both using rope breaks to escape. Moriarty countered a leg submission into a wrist lock, and Angelico briefly got a spladle into an ankle lock before Moriarty reversed into a standing stack submission.
Other Results
Emi Sakura def. Viva Van – Straight-up singles match.
Diamante def. Allie Katch – Singles match.
AR Fox def. Soleil – Singles match.
Rachael Ellering def. Steph De Lander – Pure Rules match.
Trish Adora def. Angelica Risk – Singles match.
Julissa Mexa def. Vert Vixen – Singles match.
Zack Gibson, James Drake, Matt Taven & Mike Bennett def. Ross Von Erich, Marshall Von Erich, Alec Price & Jordan Oliver – Four-on-four tag match.
Zayda Steel def. Sara Leon – Singles match.
Juice Robinson def. Anthony Henry – Singles match.
Match Notes
The episode was taped in Jacksonville, Florida, at WJCT Studios and aired July 31, 2026.
The show opened with a video package on Moriarty’s two-year Pure Championship reign.
The main event was praised for its technical flow and lack of outside interference, highlighting both competitors’ grappling skills.
This episode continued ROH’s tradition of showcasing high-level technical wrestling, with Moriarty’s defense underscoring his status as a top-tier singles competitor.
Ed: “This week’s ROH broadcast followed a familiar rhythm—open with a high‑energy women’s match, settle into a technical mid‑card, and close with a title match.”
Gordon: “Nothing feels random—every match either protects a champion, elevates a contender, or nudges a rivalry toward a decisive showdown.”
ROH news & rumors
Title scene:Ed: “Talk centers on who’s next in line for the World and TV Titles, with speculation about AEW crossovers and surprise challengers.”
Pure division focus:Gordon: “There’s buzz about expanding Pure Rules matches, possibly into mini‑tournaments to spotlight emerging technicians.”
Tag depth:Ed: “ROH’s tag ranks remain crowded, with fans debating which teams deserve the next big push.”
Stardom
Big picture
Ed: “Stardom continues to run on tournament engines and faction dynamics—H.A.T.E., Triangle of Madness, STARS, and others all jockeying for position as summer blocks and title defenses stack up.”
Gordon: “Singles belts, tag straps, trios titles, and special tournament trophies all intersect, creating a landscape where nearly every match has implications beyond the final bell.”
RESULTS
(03.08.2026) Stardom 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 – Tag 9 – Online Stream @ Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan Natsupoi defeats Anne Kanaya (10:53) Matoi Hamabe & Saori Anou defeat Ema Maishima & Waka Tsukiyama (6:46) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Hina [4] defeats Rian [0] (9:49) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Lady C [2] defeats Azusa Inaba [3] (8:38) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Akira Kurogane [1] vs. Natsuko Tora [5] – Double Count Out (8:41) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Julia Hart [6] defeats Aya Sakura [4] (8:02) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Starlight Kid [5] defeats Yuna Mizumori [4] (10:55) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: AZM [6] defeats Itsuki Aoki [8] (13:38) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Saya Iida [8] defeats Konami [6] (13:03) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Momo Watanabe [7] vs. Saya Kamitani [6] – Time Limit Draw (15:00)
(02.08.2026) Stardom 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 – Tag 8 – Online Stream @ Light Cube Utsunomiya in Utsunomiya, Tochigi, Japan 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Saya Kamitani [5] defeats Kikyo Furusawa [0] (7:15) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Suzu Suzuki [8] defeats Rian [0] (4:21) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Miyu Amasaki [4] defeats Aya Sakura [4] (8:58) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Ruaka [6] defeats Julia Hart [4] (7:35) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Yuna Mizumori [4] defeats Koguma [4] (7:50) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Starlight Kid [3] defeats Momo Watanabe [6] (10:11) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Ami Sourei [4] defeats Hanan [6] (11:16) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: HANAKO [4] defeats Hina [2] (14:08) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Rina [4] defeats Itsuki Aoki [8] (14:36)
(01.08.2026) Stardom 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 – Tag 7 – Online Stream @ Sendai PIT in Sendai, Miyagi, Japan 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Yuna Mizumori [2] defeats Kikyo Furusawa [0] (7:59) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Miyu Amasaki [2] defeats Rian [0] (8:21) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Julia Hart [4] defeats Hina [2] (8:04) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Saya Kamitani [3] defeats Koguma [4] (7:24) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Aya Sakura [4] defeats Ruaka [4] (9:59) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Suzu Suzuki [6] defeats HANAKO [2] (11:06) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Momo Watanabe [6] defeats Ami Sourei [2] (13:34) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Hanan [6] defeats Starlight Kid [1] (11:28)
(28.07.2026) Stardom 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 – Tag 6 – Online Stream @ Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan Cosmic Angels (Anne Kanaya, Natsupoi & Saori Anou) defeat Ema Maishima, Kiyoka Kotatsu & Matoi Hamabe (7:40) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Julia Hart [2] defeats Rian [0] (5:31) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Itsuki Aoki [8] defeats Sayaka Kurara [4] (10:04) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Ami Sourei [2] defeats Yuna Mizumori [0] (7:29) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Maki Ito [5] defeats Lady C [0] (8:03) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Natsuko Tora [4] defeats Maika [6] (11:18) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Suzu Suzuki [4] defeats Miyu Amasaki [0] (7:05) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Konami [6] defeats Utami Hayashishita [3] by referee’s decision (12:41) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Saya Kamitani [1] vs. Starlight Kid [1] – Time Limit Draw (15:00)
Stardom news & rumors
Tournament progression:Ed: “Fans are tracking point totals and tie‑breakers, debating which wrestlers are being positioned for autumn title shots.”
Faction shifts:Gordon: “Subtle teases of betrayals and new alliances keep the backstage picture as compelling as the in‑ring action.”
International interest:Ed: “There’s ongoing chatter about more foreign talent entering upcoming tours, expanding Stardom’s global footprint.”
wXw (Westside Xtreme Wrestling)
Big picture
Ed: “wXw in Germany continues to lean on its hallmarks—tournaments like 16 Carat, strong‑style main events, and a blend of European veterans with international guests.”
Gordon: “Tag leagues, shot‑gun title defenses, and storylines built around respect and rivalry give the product a grounded, sports‑like feel.”
RESULTS
(31.07.2026) wXw We Love Wrestling – Live In Merzdorf – Event @ in Merzdorf, Brandenburg, Deutschland Dennis Dullnig defeats Nick Schreier (9:47) Roadkill (Aeron & Conn Kelly) defeat 10 10 Next Level (Aleksander Bellamy & Alex Duke) (9:07) Katsuya Murashima defeats Breezy Bruiser (8:47) Peter Tihanyi defeats Niklas Bock (9:15) wXw World Tag Team Title: CSI (Luca de Leone & Nordino) defeat Planet Gojirah (Marc Empire & Robert Dreissker) (c) by DQ (6:15) Tag Team Street Fight: CSI (Luca de Leone & Nordino) defeat Planet Gojirah (Marc Empire & Robert Dreissker) (8:32) Jane Nero defeats Sultan Suzu (8:59) wXw Shotgun Title: Axel Tischer (c) defeats Laurance Roman (10:24) Elijah Blum & Zoltan defeat Ahura & Dieter Schwartz (18:16)
wXw news & rumors
Tournament planning:Ed: “Speculation surrounds upcoming tournament fields and which names might anchor the next big weekend.”
International bookings:Gordon: “Fans watch closely for announcements of visiting talent from Japan, the UK, and North America.”
Pro Wrestling NOAH
Big picture
Ed: “NOAH remains defined by its heavyweight epics and generational clashes—veteran pillars facing rising stars in matches that feel like tests of legacy.”
Gordon: “GHC Heavyweight, Junior, Tag, and National titles all play roles in a tapestry of stiff strikes, submissions, and long‑form storytelling.”
RESULTS
Pro Wrestling NOAH (29.07.2026) NOAH Lethal Odyssey Tour 2026 – Event @ Hodogaya Public Hall in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan Kaito Kiyomiya defeats Yuto Koyanagi (7:00) Team 2000X (Jun Masaoka, Masa Kitamiya, OZAWA & Takashi Sugiura) defeat Hiroto Tsuruya, Katsumi Inahata & Lykos Gym (Kid Lykos & Kid Lykos II) (10:51) Los Tranquilos de Japon (BUSHI & Tetsuya Naito) defeat Shuji Kondo & Super Crazy (6:12) RYUSEI defeats Midori Takahashi (8:17) Atsushi Kotoge, Hi69, Mohammed Yone & Yoshiki Inamura defeat Alejandro, Dragon Bane & Passionate RATEL’S (Manabu Soya & Yuki Iino) (10:28) Team 2000X (Alpha Wolf, Kai Fujimura & Tadasuke) defeat Daiki Odashima, Eita & Kenoh (11:17) White Raven Squad (HAYATA, KENTA & Tetsuya Endo) defeat AMAKUSA, Black Menso-re & Naomichi Marufuji (15:51)
NOAH news & rumors
Heavyweight hierarchy:Ed: “Debate continues over who should be next in line for the GHC Heavyweight Title, with fans split between veterans and new blood.”
Junior division focus:Gordon: “There’s talk of giving juniors more main‑event slots, reflecting their growing popularity.”
All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW)
Big picture
Ed: “All Japan continues to balance tradition with evolution—Triple Crown defenses, tag leagues, and a mix of classic King’s Road structure with modern pacing.”
Gordon: “Heavyweight wars, junior showcases, and multi‑man tags all contribute to a sense that AJPW is carefully rebuilding its main‑event aura.”
RESULTS
(02.08.2026) AJPW All Japan Pro Wrestling Festival 2026 – Online Stream @ Dome Tachikawa Tachihi in Tachikawa, Tokyo, Japan Shota Kofuji vs. Yasutaka Yano – Time Limit Draw (15:00) Masayuki Kono & Yuma Aoyagi defeat Hideki Suzuki & Shotaro Ashino (8:56) Go Shiozaki & Jun Saito defeat Daisuke Sekimoto & Rei Saito (15:07) GAORA TV Title: Masaaki Mochizuki defeats Kuma Arashi (c) (14:02) – TITLE CHANGE !!! Kento Miyahara & Ryuki Honda defeat Ren Ayabe & Yuma Anzai (13:35) Royal Rumble: Seiki Yoshioka defeats Atsuki Aoyagi and Dan Tamura and Hokuto Omori and Leon de Oro and MUSASHI and Naruki Doi and Rising HAYATO and Seigo Tachibana and Shota Kofuji (23:41)
AJPW news & rumors
Triple Crown direction:Ed: “Fans speculate about whether the belt will stay with an established name or be used to elevate a newer face.”
Tag league chatter:Gordon: “Upcoming tag tournaments are a focal point, with pairings and surprise teams driving discussion.”
This week’s top 25
Ed: “Let’s close with a snapshot—a sports desk look at twenty‑five names who feel central to the stories being told across these five promotions right now. Here is an official ranking, a reflection of momentum.”
Gordon: “A most intriguing cross‑section—heavyweights, juniors, women’s stars, and tag specialists all in the mix.”
Suzu Suzuki (World of Stardom Champion) 3-0 Stardom
Konosuke Takeshita (NJPW World Television Champion) 3-0 NJPW
Los Dinos Hermanos (King Rex & Prometeo) 3-0 CMLL
The Demand (Ricochet, Bishop Kaun & Toa Liona) (AEW World Trios Champions) 2-0 AEW
Los Herederos (Felino Jr., Hijo de Stuka & El Cobarde) (Mexican National Trios Champions) 2-0 CMLL
Gabe Kidd (IWGP Global Heavyweight Champion) 2-0 NJPW
House of Torture (Dick Togo & Ren Narita) 2-0 NJPW
CSI (Luca de Leone & Nordino) 2-0 wXw
Julia Hart (Artist of Stardom Champion) 3-1 Stardom
Maya World (TBS Champion) 2-0 AEW, ROH
Kid Colossus (OVW United States Champion) 2-0 OVW
Dustin Jackson (OVW Heavyweight Champion) 2-0 OVW
TW3 2-0 OVW
Stephen Steel (OVW Media Champion) 2-0 OVW
Saya Kamitani 2-0-2 Stardom
Saya Iida 1-0 Stardom
Hechicero (CMLL World Heavyweight Champion) & Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I (Mexican National Lightweight Champion) & Calavera Jr. II) (CMLL Arena Coliseo Tag Team Champions) 1-0 CMLL
Mascara Dorada (CMLL World Trios Champion, World Historic Welterweight Champion, ROH World Tag Team Champion) & Templario (CMLL World Middleweight Champion) 1-0 CMLL
Mascara Dorada (CMLL World Trios Champion, World Historic Welterweight Champion, ROH World Tag Team Champion) & Soberano Jr. 1-0 CMLL
Mascara Dorada (CMLL World Trios Champion, World Historic Welterweight Champion, ROH World Tag Team Champion) 1-0 CMLL
Ed: “Five promotions, one through‑line: everyone’s chasing momentum, and every belt is a story engine.”
Gordon: “And that’s what keeps the sports desk busy—tracking how these moving parts line up week after week. A most satisfying puzzle.”
Ed: “Tonight at the sports desk, we’re widening the lens—tracking how Major League Wrestling and Women Of Wrestling have been moving the pieces on their boards since last week. Titles, tournaments, factions, and a whole lot of attitude have kept both shows humming.”
Gordon: “And when you add in the pulse of independent conversation from groups like Everything Indy Wrestling, you get a full panorama of how the sport is living and breathing beyond just the big TV lights.”
Major League Wrestling (MLW)
Big picture
Ed: “MLW has spent this stretch tightening its main‑event scene and leaning hard into faction warfare. Mistico, Austin Aries, CONTRA Unit, and a rotating cast of heavy hitters have turned Fusion into a show where every segment feels like it’s pointing toward a collision.”
Gordon: “Contract signings, grudge matches, and multi‑man chaos have all contributed to a sense that MLW is trying to re‑establish Fusion as a centerpiece product rather than just a supplemental stream.”
MLW Fusion — August 1, 2026 (results & highlights)
Ed: “By August 1, Fusion leaned into international flavor and CONTRA‑driven chaos, with a card that mixed lucha rules, European bruisers, and monster clashes.”
Austin Aries, Ultimo Guerrero & Douki vs. El Desperado, Diego Hill & Mistico
Result: Mistico’s team won, with Mistico scoring the fall.
Story: The bout used lucha rules, meaning tags were loose and momentum swung quickly. Aries ducked direct confrontations early, letting Douki and Ultimo do the heavy lifting. Mistico weathered extended punishment, rallied with a flurry of aerial offense, and ultimately trapped his opponent in a twisting submission to close the match. Post‑match, Mistico issued a challenge for Aries’ Openweight title, which Aries deflected to a later date.
Gordon: “A showcase of styles, but also a narrative device—Mistico’s win gives him leverage to chase Aries on a bigger stage.”
J‑Unit (Okumura & Ikuro Kwon) vs. Glasgow Boys On Top (Mark Coffey & Wolfgang)
Result: Glasgow Boys On Top won in dominant fashion.
Story: The European duo imposed their will early, using heavy strikes and tandem suplexes to overwhelm J‑Unit. The match functioned as a statement squash, reinforcing GBOT as serious contenders in MLW’s tag hierarchy.
Mads Krule Krugger vs. Big Damo
Result: Krule won by disqualification.
Story: The clash of monsters never fully settled into a traditional match. Outside involvement and weapon use led to a DQ, keeping both men strong while advancing CONTRA’s ongoing campaign of chaos.
Ed: “Between the international trios bout, the tag squash, and the hoss fight, Fusion used this episode to underline who MLW wants fans to see as pillars going forward.”
MLW news & rumors
Gordon: “Outside the bell‑to‑bell, the chatter around MLW has focused on a few key threads.”
Killer Kross vs. Satoshi Kojima build: The contract signing and surrounding brawl have fans expecting a violent, interference‑laden title match.
Mistico’s rise: His win in the August 1 trios match and subsequent challenge to Aries have positioned him as a central figure in the Openweight picture.
CONTRA Unit’s expansion: Big Damo’s alignment and Krule’s ongoing presence suggest the faction will remain a major engine for angles and run‑ins.
Ed: “MLW’s strategy is clear—lean on factions, international talent, and combustible main events to keep Fusion feeling unpredictable.”
Women Of Wrestling (WOW)
Overall direction
Ed: “WOW has continued to emphasize character‑driven storytelling—heroes, villains, and rivalries built around identity as much as championships. Late July into early August has seen ongoing feuds over the WOW World Title, tag belts, and grudge programs that stretch across multiple ENCORE episodes.”
WOW Superheroes — August 1, 2026
Ed: “On the August 1 Superheroes broadcast, Fan’s Choice matches were featured. New episodes begin next week according to Facebook!”
WOW news & rumors
Ed: “Conversation around WOW this week has centered on continued expansion—new taping blocks, potential touring dates, and speculation about which performers might be elevated into long‑term title programs.”
Gordon: “And as with many women’s promotions, there’s ongoing interest in cross‑promotional appearances, with fans wondering which independent or international talents might surface on future Superheroes episodes.”
Everything Indy Wrestling — Facebook group spotlight
Ed: “Of course, the sports desk isn’t just about what happens under big‑league lights. There’s a whole ecosystem of fans and promoters keeping independent wrestling alive, and one of the hubs for that conversation is the Facebook group Everything Indy Wrestling.”
Gordon: “The group’s home base is online at: **https://www.facebook.com/groups/1052875778065763**”(facebook.com in Bing)
What the group is about
Ed: “The group exists as a gathering place for fans, wrestlers, and promoters to share flyers, results, photos, and stories from independent shows across the map—small halls, fairgrounds, school gyms, and everything in between.”
Gordon: “Posts typically range from event announcements to post‑show recaps, with members trading recommendations on which promotions are worth traveling for and which talents are on the verge of breaking out.”
Ed: “Recent activity has included things like:”
Show flyers: Graphics promoting upcoming cards—local promotions advertising main events, special guest appearances, or charity shows.
Results threads: Members posting quick rundowns from weekend events, highlighting standout matches and surprise finishes.
Photo dumps: Ringside shots, backstage candids, and fan selfies that capture the atmosphere of indie shows.
Talent spotlights: Short write‑ups or clips praising a particular wrestler’s performance and encouraging others to check them out.
Gordon: “In essence, Everything Indy Wrestling functions as a living bulletin board—keeping the independent scene visible and connected, even for fans who can’t be in the building every weekend.”
Closing thoughts
Ed: “From MLW’s faction‑heavy Fusion episodes to WOW’s character‑driven Superheroes broadcasts, this week has shown how varied the modern wrestling landscape can be—different styles, different scales, all chasing compelling stories.”
Gordon: “And when you fold in the grassroots energy of communities like Everything Indy Wrestling, you see the full spectrum—from televised main events to the indie rings where tomorrow’s headliners are cutting their teeth. That’s the kind of picture the sports desk lives for.”
Ed: “Welcome back to the sports desk—this time we’re zeroed in on TNA Wrestling, where the road to Lockdown is tightening like a vise. This company’s been stacking title fights, tournaments, and faction drama that make every Thursday feel like a turning point.”
Gordon: “And what a tapestry it’s been—championships in flux, new faces rising, and a television product that leans hard into tournament stakes and long‑form rivalries. A most intriguing stretch for anyone tracking the modern evolution of TNA.”
🇺🇸 TNA Wrestling
Overall picture
Ed: “Big‑picture? This week was about two things: Lockdown positioning and the Knockouts Television Championship tournament. Every segment either nudged a title match closer to being official or gave someone a chance to prove they belong in the spotlight.”
Gordon: “Indeed—X‑Division, International, Knockouts tag, and the emerging TV title all intersected. The result is a roster where nearly every performer has a clearly defined trajectory.”
📺 TNA iMPACT! — July 30, 2026 (Philadelphia, PA)
Ed: “From the Liacouras Center, this episode felt like a full dress rehearsal for Lockdown—cage match challenges, tournament advancement, and a major title changing hands.”
Full card & match results (paraphrased)
Leon Slater & Ricky Sosa vs. The System (Cedric Alexander & Eddie Edwards)
Result: Slater & Sosa won.
Story: Fast‑paced opener with Sosa doing a lot of early heavy lifting and Slater bringing the big aerial exclamation points. The System leaned on distractions from Alisha Edwards, but a late surge saw Sosa and Slater hit tandem offense, capped by Slater’s big top‑rope splash for the pin.
Gordon: “Beyond the win itself, the key was the post‑match challenge—Slater calling for Cedric’s X‑Division Title inside a steel cage at Lockdown. That’s escalation with purpose.”
Knockouts TV Title Tournament Quarterfinal: Indi Hartwell vs. Thea Hail
Result: Hartwell advanced.
Story: Hail targeted Hartwell’s arm and tried to grind her down, but Hartwell weathered the damage and caught Hail after a missed springboard, hitting her signature finish to move into the semifinals.
Ed: “Tournament wrestling at its best—clear strategy from Hail, steady resilience from Hartwell, and a finish that felt earned rather than sudden.”
Knockouts World Tag Team Championship: DemonXBunny (Rosemary & Allie) vs. The Elegance Brand (Heather & M By Elegance)
Result: Elegance Brand won by disqualification; DemonXBunny retained the titles.
Story: Short but heated—Elegance Brand leaned into their ‘Empire of Elegance’ persona. Chaos from the beginning as Rosemary is nowhere to be found and Allie attacked the Elegance Brand with the championship belt which led to a DQ rather than a clean finish, keeping the belts with DemonXBunny but clearly setting up another clash.
Gordon: “A most strategic outcome—no title change, yet the challengers leave with ammunition to claim they were robbed. Perfect fuel for a rematch.”
Knockouts TV Title Tournament Quarterfinal: Jada Stone vs. Jody Threat
Result: Jada Stone advanced.
Story: High‑energy bout with Threat bringing the brawling intensity and Stone answering with speed and opportunism. Stone capitalized on a brief opening, hitting a decisive move to punch her ticket to the semifinals.
Ed: “With Hartwell and Stone both moving on, the TV title bracket suddenly looks like a showcase of contrasting styles—power vs. explosiveness.”
TNA International Championship: Mustafa Ali (c) vs. Jason Hotch
Result: Jason Hotch won the title.
Story: Ali came in with Order 4 instructed to be at ringside but not interfere, trying to project control and confidence. The match itself swung back and forth, with Ali using precision and Hotch relying on grit. In the closing stretch, Hotch outlasted Ali’s offense and caught him clean for the pin, ending Ali’s reign and crowning a new International Champion.
Gordon: “A most significant shift—Ali’s carefully curated aura takes a hit, while Hotch instantly becomes a central figure in the mid‑card title scene.”
Key angles & segments
ALS and Rebel
Tom Hannifan and Matthew Rehwoldt pause the action to acknowledge former TNA Knockout Tanea Brooks and her ongoing fight against ALS. Brooks—known to fans as Rebel—competed in TNA from 2013 to 2016, returned for another stint from 2017 to 2018, made a brief appearance in WWE, and later joined All Elite Wrestling in 2019. Click the link and donate: https://www.iamals.org/rebel/
Order 4 directive
Ali ordered John Skyler—and then Mila Moore—to ensure all of Order 4 were at ringside for the main event, with strict instructions not to interfere. It framed Ali as a controlling leader trying to manage chaos that might be slipping beyond his grasp.
Elegance Brand mission statement
Backstage, their concierge hyped Heather and M as future rulers of both the Knockouts tag division and the TV title scene, pushing the “Empire of Elegance” branding hard.
Hardys & KC Navarro teases
The Hardys were promoted for a segment as reigning World Tag Team Champions and Jeff challenged Nic Nemeth for the TNA World Championship, and KC Navarro spoke about belonging only to be interrupted by the System. They called him a cry baby and told him to leave so they could tend to business. Alexander then told Slater that he won’t be getting an X Division title shot at Lockdown. Navarro interrupted and called them a “bunch of bitches”. The System beat him down only to be chased off by Slater, Fabian Achner and Ricky Sosa.
Ed: “Taken together, the segments painted a clear picture: factions jockeying for leverage, the Knockouts division expanding its championship ecosystem, and the International Title shifting hands in front of a very invested crowd.”
📰 TNA news & rumors
Ed: “Let’s talk headlines—because the chatter around TNA this week matches the intensity of what we saw on screen.”
International Title shake‑up: Hotch’s win over Ali is being framed as a deliberate move to freshen the mid‑card and test new faces in high‑leverage spots.
X‑Division cage match buzz: Slater’s challenge to Cedric Alexander for a steel‑cage X‑Division Title bout at Lockdown is widely expected to be made official.
Knockouts TV Title tournament focus: The tournament is drawing praise for mixing established names with newer talent.
Elegance Brand’s push: Their branding and DQ finish are fueling speculation they’ll be central to Knockouts storytelling.
Order 4’s future: Ali’s loss has fans wondering whether the faction fractures or doubles down.
Gordon: “A most compelling crossroads—new champions, tournament stakes, and faction uncertainty all converging as Lockdown approaches.”
🏟 Indy wrestling in South Dakota
Ed: “Zooming out from national TV, there’s a quieter but vital heartbeat in places like South Dakota—where independent promotions keep the pipeline of talent alive.”
New Sound Wrestling
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Founded: 2024 by De’Lorian Diggs and Amanda Mensing-Diggs, with roots in the Flagship Pro Wrestling community.
Focus: High-energy independent wrestling shows featuring rising local talent and national indie stars.
Events: Regular live shows at venues like The Alliance in Sioux Falls, with themed events such as Anthology and Planet Zero.
Talent: Includes Urijah Upton, Brixton Nash, Jaxon Slater, Zoey Serrano, and more.
Tickets: Available online or at the door; veterans get in free with military ID
Gordon: “Independent wrestling in such regions serves as both proving ground and preservation—keeping the craft visible, accessible, and rooted in local culture.”
🎙 Closing thoughts
Ed: “TNA spent this week tightening every screw—International gold changing hands, the Knockouts TV tournament taking shape, and the X‑Division staring down a steel cage challenge.”
Gordon: “And when you pair that with the ongoing work of independent promotions in places like South Dakota, you see the full spectrum—from national television drama to grassroots passion. A most satisfying snapshot of where professional wrestling stands right now.”
Ed: Welcome back to the Sports Desk, where the action never cools off—especially in the world of All Elite Wrestling. AEW has been firing on all cylinders, pushing storylines, titles, and tempers straight toward All In: London.
Gordon: The pace has been relentless. Redemption set the tone, and everything that followed this week tightened the screws. Championships shifted, alliances cracked, and Dynamite in Detroit delivered the kind of fallout that reshapes a promotion.
AEW Redemption fallout (July 26, 2026)
Ed: Redemption hit the airwaves this weekend & its consequences defined the entire week. Montreal saw belts change hands and rivalries ignite.
AEW World Championship:Gordon: Kenny Omega held onto the top prize, outlasting Kevin Knight in a high‑velocity main event. The real spark came afterward—Omega blindsiding Will Ospreay with a One‑Winged Angel, officially lighting the fuse for Wembley.
AEW Women’s World Championship:Ed: Willow Nightingale toppled Thekla, overcoming interference and becoming a Grand Slam champion. That sealed Willow vs. Mercedes Moné for All In.
AEW National Championship:Gordon: Andrade El Ídolo snatched the National Title from Mark Davis and immediately became one of the busiest champions in the company.
AEW TBS Championship:Ed: Maya World dethroned Hikaru Shida, then marched straight into a defense on Dynamite.
AEW World Tag Team Championship:Gordon: Cage & Cope—Adam Copeland and Christian Cage—beat PAC and Claudio Castagnoli, clearing the runway for a dream match with the Young Bucks at Wembley.
Other key results:Ed: Kyle Fletcher retained the International Title, Mike Bailey won a ladder match to become top contender, and the Young Bucks scored a major win over Jon Moxley and Will Ospreay—another crack in the Death Riders’ armor.
Ed: Detroit’s Masonic Temple Theatre hosted a Dynamite that felt like a pressure cooker—championships defended, factions splintering, and momentum shifting.
Match results
DARK MATCH: Rhino defeats Nick Comoroto
AEW National Championship – Triple threat
Result: Andrade El Ídolo retained by pinning Jack Perry; Nick Wayne also involved.Time: ~14:19
Gordon: Andrade used the tension between Perry and Wayne to his advantage, swooping in at the perfect moment to keep the gold.
Trios match – Brodido & “Speedball” Mike Bailey vs. Don Callis Family
Result: Brody King, Bandido, and Bailey defeated Brian Cage, Jake Doyle, and Kyle Fletcher.
Time: ~13:48
Ed: The Callis camp’s internal friction showed. Brodido and Bailey capitalized on every miscue.
AEW TBS Championship – Maya World (c) vs. Persephone
Result: Maya World retained over the CMLL Women’s Champion.
Time: ~9:59
Gordon: Persephone pushed the pace, but Maya’s strength and timing carried her through.
AEW Continental Championship – Jon Moxley (c) vs. Komander
Result: Moxley retained via submission.
Time: ~12:58
Ed: Komander’s aerial bursts were dazzling, but once Moxley grounded him, the outcome felt inevitable.
AEW World Trios Championship – The Conglomeration (c) vs. The Demand
Result: The Demand—Bishop Kaun, Ricochet, Toa Liona—won the titles.
Time: ~10:55
Gordon: A shocker. The Demand overwhelmed the champs with power and precision, ending the Conglomeration’s run.
Key angles and segments
Death Riders confront Will OspreayEd: Ospreay tried to address Redemption, but Moxley’s crew cut him off. Garcia mouthed off, got dropped, and Ospreay handed back his patch—ending his time with the faction.
Hangman Page offers supportGordon: Hangman extended a hand, but Ospreay insisted on walking alone.
Omega and Ospreay face‑offEd: Their confrontation nearly erupted. The champion framed Ospreay as dangerous and unpredictable; Ospreay promised to rewrite AEW’s hierarchy at Wembley.
Willow Nightingale celebration interruptedGordon: Mercedes Moné and Divine Dominion crashed the party, signed the All In contract, and left Willow laid out.
Young Bucks and Cage & Cope sit‑downEd: Respect mixed with rivalry—both teams acknowledged the magnitude of their upcoming clash.
News and rumors around AEW this week
Ed: Headlines and whispers around the wrestling world paint a clear picture of AEW’s direction.
All In: London shaping up
Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay – World Title. Willow Nightingale vs. Mercedes Moné – Women’s World Title. Cage & Cope vs. Young Bucks – Tag Titles
Gordon: Reports suggest more matches coming soon, including potential multi‑woman bouts.
Death Riders turmoilEd: Ospreay’s departure leaves Moxley’s group retooling around Claudio, PAC, and Garcia.
Thekla’s All In roleGordon: Speculation points to a featured match or multi‑woman showcase.
The Demand’s riseEd: Their Trios Title win positions them as major players heading into Wembley.
This week in wrestling history
Gordon: Late July has produced some pivotal moments across wrestling’s past.
July 30, 1989 – Great American Bash (NWA) Helped define the prestige of the NWA World Title scene.
July 25–27, 1997 – Hart Foundation’s Canadian run (WWF) Crowd dynamics flipped the script—lessons AEW still applies.
Late July 2002 – WWE Vengeance Showed how multiple top belts can coexist, a structure AEW mirrors today.
Late July 2011 – Post‑Money in the Bank era Demonstrated how one storyline can redefine a company—AEW’s Omega‑Ospreay conflict aims for similar impact.
Closing thoughts
Ed: AEW spent this week turning Redemption’s outcomes into clear paths: Omega vs. Ospreay, Willow vs. Moné, Bucks vs. Cage & Cope, and a new Trios powerhouse in The Demand.
Gordon: If AEW keeps stacking weeks like this—strong matches, meaningful angles—they’ll hit Wembley with stories worthy of the stage.
Ed: “Fans, we’ve got a double‑barreled blast of action this week — Mexico City firing on all cylinders with CMLL’s high‑velocity lucha, and the NWA tightening the screws in that classic studio setting. Two promotions, two very different rhythms, but both hitting with real impact.”
Gordon: “And what a contrast it is — aerial artistry on one side of the continent, hard‑nosed grit on the other. A most compelling week for anyone tracking the global pulse of professional wrestling.”
🇲🇽 Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre (CMLL)
Comprehensive Rundown — July 22–28, 2026
(28.07.2026) CMLL Martes Populares – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Lightning: Carnifice defeats Karma I (6:34) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: La Fuerza Poblana (Arkalis, Rayo Metalico & Stigma) defeat Raider, Rey Apocalipsis & Troglodita [2:0] (10:35) CMLL World Mini Estrella Title: Pequeno Volador Jr. (c) defeats Kaligua (13:02) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Bestia Del Diablo (Akuma, Gemelo Diablo I & Gemelo Diablo II) defeat Fugaz, Gallo Jr. & Star Black [2:1] (14:42) Lightning: Flip Gordon defeats Niebla Roja (8:57) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Infernales (Averno, Euforia & Mephisto) defeat Esfinge, Neon & Titan [2:1] (18:46)
Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (28.07.2026) CMLL Martes De Glamour – Online Stream @ Arena Coliseo Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexiko Dulce Kitty & Lady Danger defeat Diablita Roja & Lady Metal Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Black Warrior Jr. & Continental defeat Shezmu & Temerario [2:1] Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Elegidos (Amon-Ra & Kaiju) & Rafaga Jr. defeat Arlequin & Los Dinos Hermanos (King Rex & Prometeo) [2:1] Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Garra Negra, Kira & Tabata defeat Hecate, Keyra & Miss Guerrera [2:1] Lightning: Dulce Gardenia defeats Stuka Jr. Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Los Herederos (El Cobarde, Felino Jr. & Hijo de Stuka Jr.) defeat Galeon Fantasma (Difunto & Furia Roja) & Yutani [2:1] Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Mascara Dorada & Templario defeat Los Guerreros Laguneros (Gran Guerrero & Ultimo Guerrero) [2:1]
Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (27.07.2026) CMLL Lunes Clasico – Online Stream @ Arena Puebla in Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Puebla, Mexiko Black Onix & Lucky defeat King Jaguar & Sombra Diabolika (12:53) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Los Dinos Hermanos (King Rex & Prometeo) defeat El Audaz & Robin [2:1] (13:38) CMLL Arena Puebla Openweight Title Ten Man Torneo Match (vakant): Prayer defeats Astro and Centella Roja and El Hijo del Perverso and El Malayo and Konjuro and Meyer and Millenium and Rey Espartano and Tiger Boy (27:04) – TITLE CHANGE !!! Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Olympia & Persephone defeat Garra Negra & Kira [2:1] (7:18) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Capitan Suicida & Volcano defeat Vegas Depredador & Villano III Jr. [2:1] (12:58) Relevos Increibles Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Mascara Dorada & Soberano Jr. defeat Barbaro Cavernario & Neon [2:1] (14:36)
Consejo Mundial De Lucha LibreAlto Voltaje (26.07.2026) CMLL/Alto Voltaje – Event @ Arena Jose Sulaiman in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexiko Inpu & Khepri defeat King Bravo & Pardex Destroyer Jr. & Vertigo defeat Nossivo & Radar Hardcore Crew (Engendro, Medico Brujo & Sick Boy) defeat Los Regios VIP (Duque, Eddy Valle & Jay Ortega) Kira defeats Keyra Galeon Fantasma (Difunto, Furia Roja & Zandokan Jr.) defeat Los Dragones (Dragon de Fuego, Dragon Legendario & Dragon Rojo Jr.) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Hechicero & Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) defeat El Sky Team (Mascara Dorada & Neon) & Titan [2:1] (20:26)
Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (26.07.2026) CMLL Domingo Familiar – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Los Dinos Hermanos (King Rex & Prometeo) defeat Makara & Poseidon (7:46) Lightning: Crixus defeats Volcano (8:50) Three Way Six Man Tag Team: Los Herederos (El Cobarde, Felino Jr. & Hijo de Stuka Jr.) defeat Los Forajidos (El Coyote, Polvora & Vaquero Jr.) and Magia Blanca, Rey Pegasus & Tornado (8:44) India Sioux, Johnnie Robbie & Lluvia defeat Dark Silueta, Princesa Sugehit & Sanely (13:16) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Atlantis, Blue Panther & Xelhua defeat Los Guerreros Laguneros (Gran Guerrero, Stuka Jr. & Ultimo Guerrero) [2:1] (17:38) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Barbaro Cavernario & Volador Jr. defeat Esfinge & Templario [2:1] (21:00) Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre
(25.07.2026) CMLL Sabados De Coliseo – Online Stream @ Arena Coliseo de Mexico City in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Lightning: Retro defeats Fury Boy (9:25) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Los Dinos Hermanos (King Rex & Prometeo) defeat Atrapasuenos (Espiritu Negro & Rey Cometa) [2:1] (13:28) Three Way Tag Team: Kira & Skadi defeat Las Infernales (Dark Silueta & Valkiria) and Las Valientitas (Hera & Olympia) (9:04) Tag Team Lightning: Los Hermanos Calavera (Calavera Jr. I & Calavera Jr. II) defeat Vegas Depredador & Villano III Jr. (14:40) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Flip Gordon, Star Black & Xelhua defeat Los Infernales (Averno, Euforia & Mephisto) [2:1] (18:58) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Six Man Tag Team: Angel de Oro, Soberano Jr. & Yutani defeat Neon, Star Jr. & Titan [2:1] (22:26)
Consejo Mundial De Lucha Libre (24.07.2026) CMLL Viernes Espectacular – Online Stream @ Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexiko Kimba, Tenochca & Vegas Depredador defeat La Fuerza Poblana (Arkalis, Rayo Metalico & Stigma) (9:11) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Infarto & Villano III Jr. defeat Los Dragones (Dragon de Fuego & Dragon Legendario) [2:1] (12:32) Best Two Out Of Three Falls Tag Team: Garra Negra, Skadi & Tessa Blanchard defeat Keyra, Persephone & Reyna Isis [2:1] (12:48) Dragon Rojo Jr. defeats Barbaro Cavernario (10:05) Torneo La Leyenda De Plata 2026 Semi Final: Komander & Mascara Dorada defeat Angel de Oro and Calavera Jr. I and Capitan Suicida and Guerrero Maya Jr. and Neon and Templario and Titan and Volador Jr. (22:33) International Wrestling Revolution GroupConsejo Mundial De Lucha LibreLucha Libre Boom
(23.07.2026) IWRG/CMLL/LLB Todo O Nada – Online Stream @ Arena Naucalpan in Naucalpan de Juarez, Estado de Mexico, Mexiko Angel Oriental, Sonic Cloud & Tiburon de Fuego defeat ???, Corvus Black & Demon Snake Leon Rojo Jr. & Shura King defeat Eligor & Super Porro Manicomio (Apatik-O, Neurotik-O & Sympatik-O) defeat Demencia, Kabuki & Lobo de Oro Three Way Tag Team: Mascara De Hierro & Principe Centauro defeat Angel Kid & Fly and Sol & X-Devil Los Porros NG (Lunatik Extreme, Ovett Jr. & Super Boy) defeat Los Diabolicos (El Gallego, Rocky Santana & Romano Garcia) Three Way Tag Team: Mr. Mike & Puma de Oro defeat Jimmy Chang & Lunatik Fly and Revolucion Crew (Aguila Roja & Multifacetico Jr.) Los Villanos (El Hijo del Villano III & Villano III Jr.) defeat Galeon Fantasma (Difunto & Furia Roja) Atlantis & Esfinge defeat Black Tiger & Volador Jr.
📰 CMLL News & Rumors (July 22–29)
Komander & Máscara Dorada’s advancement fuels speculation about a high‑flying Leyenda de Plata final
Thunder Rosa’s looming title challenge remains a major talking point
Flip Gordon’s integration continues to strengthen CMLL’s international appeal
🎙️ Ed & Gordon on CMLL
Ed: “CMLL feels like a league where every match has playoff implications — one weekend run from the Dinos, one big cibernético from Dorada, and suddenly the whole board shifts.”
Gordon: “A most intricate tapestry — trios chemistry, generational rivalries, and tournament prestige all intersecting in compelling fashion.”
🇺🇸 National Wrestling Alliance (NWA)
📺 NWA Powerrr — July 27, 2026 (Comet TV)
⭐ Tag Team Turbulence
The Immortals (Odinson & Kratos) looked poised to steamroll Jack Valor & Eddie Grayson — until the Country Gentlemen inserted themselves. Papa Joe’s infamous book shot turned the tide, giving Valor & Grayson a shock upset and throwing the entire tag title chase into chaos.
⭐ A King Ascends
Trevor Murdoch’s transformation into King Trevor the First was in full theatrical force. After flattening “Boom Boom” Groom with bruising offense, he unveiled his royal court: Tyler Franks and Michael Knox. The NWA now has a new heel power structure to orbit around.
⭐ Women’s Division Spotlight
Haley J and Gina Sais Quoi clashed in a personality‑driven bout — swagger vs. mystique. Haley took the win, keeping her firmly in the conversation for future title opportunities.
⭐ Main Event
The Wrestling Machines (Mike Mondo & Slade) (w/ Aron Stevens) defeated Silas Mason & Bryan Idol
🎙️ Ed & Gordon on NWA
Ed: “The NWA is playing a long game — not just wins and losses, but positioning, alliances, and the kind of interference that rewrites a whole division.”
Gordon: “A most traditional yet evolving landscape — studio wrestling at its core, but layered with faction intrigue and championship volatility.”
📊 Poll Section
🎙️ Sports‑Desk Outro
Ed: “Fans, that wraps a week where the action never took a breath — from Mexico’s lightning‑quick exchanges to the NWA’s hard‑edged studio fights, every promotion showed exactly what makes this sport pulse.”
Gordon: “And the beauty of it all is the contrast — soaring athleticism on one stage, gritty strategy on another. A most compelling reminder that professional wrestling thrives because it offers something for every kind of fan.”
Ed: “Stay tuned, stay loud, and stay ready — because if this week proved anything, it’s that the next big moment is already lining up.”
Ed: “Fans, New Japan and Ohio Valley Wrestling delivered a week that felt like two different storms—one roaring across Japan with precision and fury, the other grinding in Kentucky with that classic developmental fire.”
Gordon: “A most dynamic interval—championship trajectories clarified, prospects elevated, and organizational direction sharpened across both promotions.”
🇯🇵 New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW)
Comprehensive Rundown — July 21–28, 2026
📅 July 21, 2026 — G1 Climax 36 Tag 4 (Sendai)
House Of Torture (Dick Togo & Ren Narita) def. Taisei Nakahara & Toru Yano
✔ Konosuke Takeshita’s momentum is becoming undeniable
A Block dominance suggests a post‑G1 title program may be forming.
✔ Gabe Kidd’s B Block surge is raising eyebrows
His wins over top-tier opponents point toward a major singles feud.
✔ Zack Sabre Jr. expected to pivot into a new rivalry
Losses appear intentional — likely setting up a non‑title storyline.
✔ HENARE’s strong showing is not accidental
His B Block performance hints at a major fall push.
✔ United Empire’s internal hierarchy is shifting
Newman and OSKAR rising while Great‑O‑Khan struggles — a power reshuffle seems imminent.
✔ TAMASHII expansion rumors continue
Strong Auckland turnout fuels talk of more Oceania dates.
✔ No signs of a new Bullet Club forming
NJPW sources insist the brand remains retired with no successor faction planned.
🎙️ Ed & Gordon on NJPW
Ed: “NJPW’s rumor mill this week feels like a shifting tide — not about legacy names or old factions, but about new faces stepping into bigger shoes.”
Gordon: “A most contemporary landscape — emerging competitors redefining factional dynamics and future title trajectories.”
🇺🇸 Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW)
Comprehensive Rundown — July 19 & July 23, 2026
📅 July 19, 2026 — OVW Independence Rage 2026 (Louisville)
Pre‑Show
Leela Hall def. Janie Hartman
Ashton Adonis def. Austin Ryker
Main Card
OVW Rush Title — TLC Match: Brendan Balling def. JJ Lawson (c) — TITLE CHANGE
Adam Revolver & Tony Gunn def. LVL 3 (Jay Three & Kirko Ky)
Colby Carter def. Meto
OVW Media Title: Stephen Steel def. Drew Hernandez (c) — TITLE CHANGE
Strap Match: TW3 def. Icon Lee
OVW Tag Team Title — Texas Tornado: Only Bros (c) def. Toatele & Surge vs. Trifecta vs. Troublemakers
Respect Match: Kal Herro def. Seven
OVW Heavyweight Title: Dustin Jackson def. Jay DeNiro (c) — TITLE CHANGE
OVW Women’s Title: J‑Rod def. Lovely Miss Larkan (c) — TITLE CHANGE
OVW United States Title: Kid Colossus def. Tony Evans (c) — TITLE CHANGE
📅 July 23, 2026 — OVW TV #1406 (Louisville)
OVW Rush Title: Feisty Boy Lawson def. Brendan Balling (c) — TITLE CHANGE
OVW Media Title: Stephen Steel (c) def. Drew Hernandez (DQ)
Lumberjack Strap Match: TW3 def. Icon Lee
OVW Heavyweight Title: Dustin Jackson (c) def. Jay DeNiro
Scramble Match: Tommy Boy def. Evil Z, Justice Davis, Maximo Suave, Showtime Shanklin, Super Z
OVW United States Title: Kid Colossus (c) def. Tony Evans
📰 OVW News & Rumors (Roster‑Accurate Edition)
✔ Kid Colossus’ rise is reshaping the mid‑card
His U.S. Title win and faction backing have made him one of OVW’s most influential figures.
✔ Stephen Steel’s Media Title run is gaining traction
Steel’s title win at Independence Rage and his DQ victory on TV suggest OVW is positioning him as a division anchor.
✔ Dustin Jackson’s Heavyweight Title reign looks stable
Two straight wins over Jay DeNiro reinforce Jackson’s status as OVW’s top champion.
✔ TW3’s strap‑match momentum is building
Back‑to‑back wins over Icon Lee in stipulation bouts point toward a potential singles elevation.
✔ The Only Bros remain OVW’s most reliable tag act
Their Texas Tornado title defense showcased their chemistry and control over the division.
🎙️ Ed & Gordon on OVW
Ed: “OVW felt like a proving ground this week—hungry prospects swinging for the fences and veterans fighting to keep their spots.”
Gordon: “A most developmental yet fiercely competitive environment—momentum shifting with each broadcast.”
🌟 Spotlight: Elayna Black
Before she became Cora Jade, Elayna Black was one of the Midwest’s sharpest rising stars — Chicago‑bred, attitude‑driven, and already showing the poise of a future headliner.
Why She Matters This Week
Her early work GCW and Shimmer influences younger wrestlers.
Fans still revisit her indie promos — confident, biting, memorable.
Her rise proves the Midwest pipeline remains elite.
Ed: “Elayna Black had that spark from day one—the kind of presence that makes you sit up before the bell even rings.”
Gordon: “A most compelling prospect—early trajectory demonstrating notable potential and lasting influence.”
🎙️ Sports‑Desk Outro
Ed: “Fans, from NJPW’s precision warfare to OVW’s gritty battleground, this week proved that wrestling thrives at every level—from international titans to hungry prospects.”
Gordon: “A most comprehensive chronicle—global competition illustrating the sport’s breadth, depth, and enduring vitality.”
Ed: “Fans, this week felt like a world tour—Ring of Honor, Japan’s finest, Germany’s best, all firing on every cylinder and reminding us that pro wrestling is truly global.”
Gordon: “A most expansive interval—multiple promotions presenting notable contests, title defenses, and evolving competitive structures.”
Ring of Honor (ROH) ROH Beantown Beatdown
Credit: Wrestlvoice.com, The People’s Wrestling Website, Wrestlerant.
July 21, 2026 Results Ring of Honor’s special Beantown Beatdown aired on July 21, 2026, taped at the MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston, featuring a mix of tag team action, singles matches, and the AEW National Championship.
Match Results:
Six-Man Tag Team Match – The Opps (Anthony Bowens, Katsuyori Shibata, & HOOK) defeated LSG, Max St. Giovanni, & GKM via Seated Kimura Lock (submission)
Tag Team Match – Death Riders (Daniel Garcia & Wheeler Yuta) defeated The Dark Order (Alex Reynolds & Evil Uno) via Busaiku Knee + STO combo (pinfall)
Singles Match – Komander defeated Alan Angels via Cielito Lindo (pinfall)
Singles Match – Zachary Wentz defeated Nick Comoroto (w/ Aaron Solo) via Top Rope 360 Cutter (pinfall)
Singles Match – Maya World defeated Tiara James via Around the World (pinfall)
Eight-Man Tag Team Match – The Outrunners (Truth Magnum & Turbo Floyd) & Bustah & The Brain (Alec Price & Jordan Oliver) defeated Premier Athletes (Ariya Daivari & Tony Nese) & The Swirl (Blake Christian & Lee Johnson) via Modified Double Styles Clash (pinfall). Aftermath: The Swirl and Jey Lethal attacked the winning team before Dalton Castle made the save
AEW National Championship Match – Mark Davis (c) defeated Dezmond Xavier via Gutwrench Piledriver (pinfall)
Notable Storylines & Moments:
Shane Taylor Promotions interrupted SkyFlight backstage, offering Top Flight a spot, but they rejected the offer
The Kingdom (Mike Bennett & Matt Taven) were seen discussing their return to ROH and exploring AI to improve their tag team game
The event featured a strong Boston crowd atmosphere, with local favorites like Bustah & The Brain getting hometown support
ROH TV — July 23, 2026 (HonorClub)
Venue: WJCT Studios, Jacksonville, FL
Full match results
Lio Rush (c) def. Oro — ROH World Television Championship
Bryan Keith def. Alan Angels
Billie Starkz def. B3CCA
Premier Athletes (Tony Nese & Ariya Daivari) def. The Dark Order (Evil Uno & Alex Reynolds)
Don Callis Family (Trent Beretta & Rocky Romero) def. Mance Warner & Alex Zayne
Satnam Singh def. Jacked Jameson
Hyan def. Lacey Lane
Adam Brooks def. Nathan Cruz
Komander def. Tommy Billington
SkyFlight (Scorpio Sky, Matt Sydal, Darius & Dante Martin) def. Shane Taylor Promotions (Shane Taylor, Shawn Dean, Anthony Ogogo & Carlie Bravo) — eight‑man tag
ROH week‑to‑week notes
Lio Rush’s TV title run continues to anchor the show, with his defenses positioned as main‑event centerpieces.
SkyFlight vs Shane Taylor Promotions keeps the multi‑man tag scene lively, hinting at future trios or faction warfare.
ROH’s taping model at WJCT Studios gives the product a steady rhythm—HonorClub episodes feel like serialized chapters rather than one‑off specials.
Ed: “ROH this week felt like a showcase of specialists—Lio Rush, Komander, SkyFlight, each carving out their lane and daring anyone to merge into it.”
Gordon: “A most structured presentation—divisions clearly delineated, yet interconnected through ongoing rivalries.”
Stardom
5STAR Grand Prix
(26.07.2026) Stardom 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 – Tag 5 – Online Stream @ Duo CEREZO in Joetsu, Niigata, Japan 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Maika [6] defeats Tomoka Inaba [4] (8:03) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Konami [4] defeats Lady C [0] (8:29) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Natsuko Tora [2] defeats Rina [2] (10:54) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: AZM [4] defeats Sayaka Kurara [4] (3:02) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Azusa Inaba [3] vs. Mei Seira [3] – Time Limit Draw (15:00) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Itsuki Aoki [6] defeats Akira Kurogane [0] (11:02) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Maki Ito [3] vs. Rina Yamashita [6] – Double Count Out (12:44) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Utami Hayashishita [3] defeats Saya Iida [6] (13:45)
(25.07.2026) Stardom 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 – Tag 4 – Online Stream @ Ishikawa Industrial Exhibition Hall #2 in Ishikawa, Kanazawa, Japan 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Rina [2] defeats Akira Kurogane [0] (9:21) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Rina Yamashita [5] defeats Lady C [0] (7:03) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Itsuki Aoki [4] defeats Natsuko Tora [0] (6:42) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Maika [4] defeats Sayaka Kurara [4] (6:01) STARS (Hanan & Matoi Hamabe) defeat Anne Kanaya & Ema Maishima (8:38) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Azusa Inaba [2] defeats Utami Hayashishita [1] (9:13) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: AZM [2] defeats Tomoka Inaba [4] (9:05) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Konami [2] defeats Mei Seira [2] (11:22) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Saya Iida [6] defeats Maki Ito [2] (12:57)
(20.07.2026) Stardom 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 – Tag 3 – Online Stream @ Herbis Hall in Osaka, Japan Four Way: Saori Anou defeats Ema Maishima and Matoi Hamabe and Natsupoi (5:20) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Momo Watanabe [4] defeats Kikyo Furusawa [0] (7:44) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Rina Yamashita [3] defeats Azusa Inaba [0] (8:56) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: Hina [2] defeats Aya Sakura [2] (11:27) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block B: Saya Iida [4] defeats Lady C [0] (11:30) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block B: Hanan [4] defeats Koguma [4] (8:34) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Tomoka Inaba [4] defeats Sayaka Kurara [4] (4:49) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Blue Stars Block A: HANAKO [2] defeats Miyu Amasaki [0] (14:22) 5STAR Grand Prix 2026 Red Stars Block A: Maika [2] defeats AZM [0] (13:03)
Ed: “Stardom’s week felt like a chessboard in motion—every tag, every fall, another piece sliding into place for the next big event.”
Gordon: “A most tactical approach—competitive outcomes serving broader factional narratives.”
wXw (Westside Xtreme Wrestling)
NEWS
CREDIT: wxw-wrestling.com
How does the wXw Pro-Wrestling Grand Prix work? “Tickets You can get individual tickets for each event. We also offer two packages: Festival Passes include all events from Friday to Sunday. Evening Passes are for the three events in the evening. King of the Catchers 8 wrestlers meet in two groups in a round robin tournament. In each group, it’s everyone against everyone. Fight day 1 is at day 1. Fight day 2 is split between both events on Saturday. Fight Day 3 is at Day 3. There are 2 points per win, 1 point per draw. Time limit 20 minutes. In the event of a tie on points, the direct comparison decides, followed by the draw. The two group winners will play the final against each other on Day 3. Femmes Fatales & World Tag Team Tournament 8 female wrestlers or tag teams in the Single Elimination Tournament. Quarterfinals on day 1 or at the matinee event. Semi-finals on Day 2. Final on Day 3. Inner Circle, Extreme Wrestling Party and We Love Wrestling do not include matches from the tournaments. Guests All wrestlers who are not regularly active at wXw and who participate in tournaments are booked with us at least from Friday to Sunday. As long as no injuries happen, you don’t have to worry about buying a ticket for one of these wrestlers and then not being seen again after the elimination on one day. To avoid spoilers, however, there are no guarantees outside of the announced matches as to which of the two events of the day will feature which wrestlers will be seen. For the Extreme Wrestling Party, we have booked additional guests who will only be seen at this event. 👉 Get your tickets now and be there live! wXw Pro-Wrestling Grand Prix 2026 presented from www.wrestling-infos.de 📅 September 📍 25–27 Turbinenhalle Oberhausen 🎟️ Tickets & Info: events.wXw-Wrestling.com”
Ahura vs. Blum – wXw Unified World Wrestling Championship – Shortcut to the Top 2026 “Two men. One title. One question. Who is the best? Ahead of their clash at wXw Shortcut to the Top, Gold King Ahura and Elijah Blum talk about their drive, their journey to the top, and what really makes a champion. Is the wXw Unified World Wrestling Championship really the biggest prize? Rows 1–3 and all standing places are already sold out. Only 5 VIP tickets are still available, as well as seats in rows 4 and 5. Get your tickets now! wXw Shortcut to the Top 2026 📅 Saturday, August 📍 15 Turbinenhalle Oberhausen 🎟️ Tickets & Infos: events.wXw-Wrestling.com”
Two top technicians will meet for the Shotgun Championship at wXw Shortcut to the Top “At wXw Shortcut to the Top, Axel Tischer puts the wXw Shotgun Championship on the line against AEW star Daniel Garcia. wXw Shotgun Championship Axel Tischer vs. Daniel Garcia Two wrestlers known for their technical class, ring intelligence, and uncompromising style. Can Axel Tischer continue his title reign or will Daniel Garcia secure the Shotgun Championship? 🎟️ Over 80% of all available tickets are already sold out. Only seats from row 4 onwards are available. Get your tickets now! wXw Shortcut to the Top 2026 📅 Saturday, August 📍 15 Turbinenhalle Oberhausen 🎟️ Tickets & Infos: events.wXw-Wrestling.com”
Ed: “wXw this week felt like a workshop and a showcase rolled into one—young prospects learning on the fly while veterans sharpen their edges.”
Gordon: “A most developmental yet competitive environment—emerging talent tested against seasoned opposition.”
Pro Wrestling NOAH
Credit: wp.bbm-mobile.com
LETHAL ODYSSEY TOUR 2026 — Noto Peninsula Earthquake Recovery Charity Event Results
Date: July 26, 2026 Venue: Ishikawa Prefectural Industrial Exhibition Hall No. 3, Ishikawa, Japan Attendance: 1,331 (full house)
20‑minute singles match ○ Hajime Ota def. Black Menso‑re — 6:13, Muibien
20‑minute tag match ○ Masa Kitamiya, Sugiura, and Yoshiki Inamura def. Inamura, Kid Lykos 1, Kid Lykos 2 — 11:42, Body Slam
20‑minute tag match ○ Dragon Bane, Alejandro, and Tatsuya Hasegawa def. Tetsuya Naito, HAYATA, and Masaru Kato — 8:17, One‑Armed Body Slam
30‑minute singles match ○ KENTA def. Osamu Oda — 12:10, Modified Game Over
30‑minute tag match ○ OZAWA, Tadasuke, Kai Fujimura, Alpha Wolf def. Shinji Shoji, Hayanori Hayashi, Eita, Kaito Kiyomiya — 12:11, Death Drop → Body Slam
60‑minute tag match ○ Maruto, Kengo, AMAKUSA def. Naito, Bushi, Ryusei — 13:54, Body Slam
Event Notes
The event concluded with a donation presentation attended by Chihaya and Kiyoshi.
The event was a charity tournament supporting recovery from the Noto Peninsula earthquake.
The main event featured Maruto, Kengo, and AMAKUSA defeating Naito, Bushi, and Ryusei in a 60‑minute tag match.
The GHC Junior Heavyweight Championship qualifying match saw Kai Fujimura win his first match of the tournament.
Ed: “NOAH’s week felt like a storm front—heavy hits, heavy stakes, and the sense that every main event leaves a mark that lingers.”
Gordon: “A most impactful series—physicality prioritized without sacrificing narrative coherence.”
All Japan Pro Wrestling (AJPW)
Recent activity
(26.07.2026) AJPW Summer Action Series 2026 – Tag 4 – Online Stream @ Juroku Plaza in Gifu, Japan Yuma Anzai defeats Shota Kofuji (8:09) Dan Tamura & Hideki Suzuki defeat Hiroki Murase & Jack Kennedy (9:06) MUSASHI, Ren Ayabe & Rising HAYATO defeat Hokuto Omori, Jun Saito & Leon de Oro (12:49) Saito Brothers (Naruki Doi & Rei Saito) defeat Kento Miyahara & Seiki Yoshioka (15:23) Go Shiozaki defeats Shotaro Ashino (13:42) AJPW TV Six Man Tag Team Title: Kuma Arashi, Ryuki Honda & Seigo Tachibana (c) defeat Atsuki Aoyagi, Yasutaka Yano & Yuma Aoyagi (24:38)
(25.07.2026) AJPW Summer Action Series 2026 – Tag 3 – Online Stream @ Kobe Sambo Hall in Kobe, Hyogo, Japan Jun Saito defeats Shota Kofuji (7:11) Kuma Arashi & Shotaro Ashino defeat MUSASHI & Seiki Yoshioka (9:27) Hokuto Omori, Leon de Oro & Seigo Tachibana defeat Atsuki Aoyagi, Rising HAYATO & Yasutaka Yano (12:59) Go Shiozaki, Ryuki Honda & Yuma Anzai defeat Hideki Suzuki, Rei Saito & Yuma Aoyagi (14:29) AJPW World Junior Heavyweight Title: Dan Tamura (c) defeats Naruki Doi (17:25) Triple Crown Title: Kento Miyahara (c) defeats Ren Ayabe (22:59)
Ed: “AJPW this week felt like a living archive—history in motion, with every forearm and backdrop tying the present to the past.”
Gordon: “A most heritage‑driven presentation—contemporary competition framed within established stylistic parameters.”
Top 25 Power Rankings
Maika 3-0 Stardom
El Sky Team (Mascara Dorada (CMLL World Trios Champion, World Historic Welterweight Champion, ROH World Tag Team Champion) & Neon (CMLL World Trios Champion) 2-0 CMLL
Templario (CMLL World Middleweight Champion) 2-0 CMLL
Konosuke Takeshita (NJPW World Television Champion) 2-0 NJPW
TMDK (Zack Sabre Jr. & Hartley Jackson) 2-0 NJPW
The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Roderick Strong & Kyle O’Reilly) (AEW World Trios Champions) 2-0 AEW
La Maquina de La Destruccion (El Elemental, El Terrible & Explosivo) 2- 0 CMLL
Titan (CMLL World Welterweight Champion) 1-0 CMLL
Soberano Jr. (Copa 73 Anniversario) & Yutani 1-0 CMLL
Soberano Jr. (Copa 73 Anniversario) 1-0 CMLL
Mascara Dorada (CMLL World Trios Champion, World Historic Welterweight Champion, ROH World Tag Team Champion) & Templario (CMLL & MLW World Middleweight Champion) 1-0 CMLL
Neon (CMLL World Trios Champion) & Capitan Suicida (Mexican National Welterweight Champion) 1-0 CMLL
El Sky Team (Mistico (CMLL World Junior Heavyweight Champion, IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion, ROH World Tag Team Champion, CMLL World Trios Champion), Mascara Dorada (CMLL World Trios Champion, World Historic Welterweight Champion, ROH World Tag Team Champion) & Neon (CMLL World Trios Champion) 1-0 CMLL
STARS (Hanan & Hamabe) 1-0 Stardom
Azusa Inaba 2-1 Stardom
AZM 2-1 Stardom
HANAKO 1-0 Stardom
Hanan 1-0 Stardom
Saya Iida 2-1 Stardom
Momo Watanabe 1-0 Stardom
Willow Nightengale (AEW Women’s World Champion) 1-0 AEW
Sports‑desk outro
Ed: “Fans, from ROH’s studio battles to Stardom’s faction wars, wXw’s proving grounds, NOAH’s stormy main events, and AJPW’s living legacy, this week showed just how many flavors pro wrestling can serve at once.”
Gordon: “A most comprehensive chronicle—global promotions collectively illustrating the sport’s depth, diversity, and enduring appeal.”
