Author: Clint Dye

Welcome back ladies and gentlemen to my third WCW Retro View.  So far we have revisited WCW Hog Wild and Fall Brawl. Today we continue our trip back to the glory days of WCW with a look back at Halloween Havoc 1996. The war between WCW and the nWo has hit a fever pitch after the events of Fall Brawl. No one knows where Sting stands, WCW is full of in-fighting and the nWo continues gaining more power.  As with most WCW pay-per-views, we get a video package showing everyone what has led to this event. It’s here Eric Bischoff…

This Sunday streaming live from the Impact Pro Wrestling Vault, rivalries will be renewed, and championships will be on the line. The stars of IPW return to the ring for an action-packed show this Sunday, September 13 at 3 p.m. The show will stream live from the IPW Facebook page. Impact Pro Wrestling Vault Show IPW Heavyweight Championship Match The Big Picture (c) vs Jaxon King As IPW Champion for over a year now, The Big Picture by hook or by crook continues to reign over the IPW locker room. Whether by nefarious means or utilizing his size and power…

Central Empire Wrestling Heavyweight Champion JT Energy entered the season one finale of PowerSlam with one thing on his mind. Winning the CEW Tag Team Championships with best friend “Tenacious” Tim Rhodes and becoming a dual champion in CEW. Unfortunately for the “Booty King” that wasn’t meant to be. Rory Fox and Jared Thumb had something to say about that. The recently formed team defeated the BEST FRIENDS becoming the new CEW Tag Team Champions. Fox and Rhodes, who were Tag Team champions together, had a falling out after Rhode’s actions during the CEW 11-Year Anniversary show. That night he turned…

For three weeks now the focal point of Central Empire Wrestling has been on the Tag Team Championships. This Thursday will be the CEW Powerslam | Season One finale, and the tag team picture will finally become clear.  Tag Team Turmoil In March of this year, during CEW’s 11-Year Anniversary show, Rory Fox and Tim Rhodes came together to defeat the Snake Pit. The CEW faithful erupted in excitement as two fan favorites aligned to become tag team champions. However, that excitement was flipped on its head by the end of the show. Later that night, Tim Rhodes turned on his…

For months, wrestling promotions have been postponing, delaying and even canceling shows due to the Coronavirus. As time has passed, wrestling companies across the country have adapted and have slowly started having shows again. Some have been in front of empty arenas streaming online. Others have been in front of crowds with restrictive social distancing guidelines in play. With that in mind, this weekend is chock-full of wrestling shows. Out of all the wrestling shows taking place this weekend, one is bringing together talent from across the country. Showcasing wrestlers from a plethora of wrestling promotions. That show is the…

The dictionary definition of the word charisma reads; Compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others. Next to the word charisma, you will find a picture of ‘The Frontman’ Jah C. A master on the microphone, Jah C’s ability to reel in the audience before even stepping foot in the ring is unmatched. “I don’t think you can call yourself a great professional wrestler if you don’t have the ability to communicate your story on the microphone or verbally,” Jah said. “If I can only rely on my athletic ability for the next eight minutes while you watch…

During Central Empire Wrestling’s 11-Year Anniversary Show, the landscape of CEW changed forever. That night in March, “Tenacious” Tim Rhodes turned his back on the fans. He also severed ties with tag team partner “Pop Icon” Donnie Peppercricket in dramatic fashion. Before getting into Rhodes’s treacherous actions during that night’s main event, what happened earlier in the show needs to be discussed. Starting the show, Peppercricket, who at Bridge City Slam 2, ended the long-standing reign of Shawn Nautilus as CEW Champion, came out to address the fans. Here is our preview for Central Empire Wrestling as they present their…

This Sunday the stars of Impact Pro Wrestling return to the ring for the first time since February. Like most pro wrestling promotions, IPW was greatly affected by the COVID pandemic and this Sunday marks the triumphant return of in-ring action, albeit with a small twist.  Following the format of the WWE and AEW, Impact Pro Wrestling will be putting on a fanless show from their Vault Training Center as they present part of the Linn County Virtual Fair. But, fans of IPW will be able to see their favorites step into the ring as the show will be free…

Sometimes in pro wrestling, a performer’s charisma and gimmick, combine with their athleticism to create a persona that resonates with fans. Such is the case for current NOW This IS Wrestling Champion, “Buns of Steel” J Fowler. While his most devastating maneuvers such as the “Buns from Above” and the “Shiney Hiney” use his dangerous derrière to finish off his opponents, Fowler is much more than just a gimmick wrestler. His work ethic inside, and out of the ring has made him a dependable and entertaining performer for any independent promotion lucky enough to have him on their card. With over…

Every year on May 23 I try to do something in honor of Owen Hart and say thank you. Whether it’s watching his matches or more recently introducing my eight-year-old wrestling superfan son Emmett to his matches, I always do something in remembrance of the “King of Harts”. This year, I’ve decided to discuss four, of my favorite Owen Hart matches. WrestleMania X Owen Hart vs Bret Hart We can’t list of Owen Hart matches without mentioning pro wrestling’s quintessential sibling rivalry. Pro wrestling has seen its fair share of brotherly feuds. But none can match the overall greatness displayed…