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Our newest writing talent, Steve Sezso, tells you who he is, where he’s from, and why he’s the world’s strongest referee… “And his opponent, weighing in at 245lbs, from San Antonio California. The Bounty Hunter!”. Around 25 minutes after this announcement, I would finally win the WWF Heavyweight title from the then-undefeated, Hulk Hogan. A feat made even more incredible because not only was I nine years old but at around 95lbs, I may have been somewhat short of my billed weight. The imaginary thousands in attendance never knew the difference, and they loved my character – ‘the Bounty Hunter’…

Kota Ibushi is one of New Japan Pro Wrestling’s hottest stars. Since the beginning of his career in 2004, Ibushi has worked for several wrestling companies. International Wrestling Grand Prix (IWGP, NJPW’s governing body), New Japan Professional Wrestling (NJPW), Dramatic Dream Team (DDT), and even World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) in 2016. With his first run in NJPW, he wrestled under the name Tiger Mask W. He was also the protagonist for the anime of the same name. He also recently participated in Wrestle Kingdom 14. It has been announced that Kota Ibushi to expected to miss the New Beginning Tour.…

Beyond Wrestling today announced that they will be filming a network pilot on Sunday, March 1st, 2020 at the Melrose Memorial Hall in Melrose, MA. Tickets for the taping go on sale Friday, January 24th, 2020 at 12:00 pm EST. Here’s more info below from the press release: Last year, the New England-based promotion caught the attention of the professional wrestling industry with their weekly live series, Uncharted Territory. The series which streamed live every week on IndependentWrestling.TV. Uncharted Territory’s two-season run featured thirty-one episodes in total and was widely acclaimed by critics and fans alike. The success of Uncharted…

ECCW’s Championship belt had quite the weekend!  It was defended twice in the 2-night event in Vancouver BC at ECCW Ballroom Brawl 13. Firstly, defended by Artemis Spencer vs Bandido, and then defended again in what turned out to be a 4-way match for the title. Artemis won the title on January 11th, 2019. Spencer and Bandido had a great match, however, Bandido emerged victorious ending Arty’s reign at just over 1 year and 1 week. We also saw Beef Boy (W) Vs Judas Icarus which ended when Eli Surge threw in the towel on behalf of Icarus who didn’t…

I was lucky enough to personally attend DEFY Age Of War. The company’s first event of 2020. With the likes of Matt Cross and Matt Sydal on the card, I knew I had to be in attendance. I sincerely hope that what I witnessed at Age of War was a sign of what is to come in 2020.  We got to see fresh talent, old favorites, and a full variety of matches and fighting styles from the talent. The largest statement I can make about this event was “Unpredictable”, in the best of ways. Following a greeting by Migs (and…

We are back for IMPACT Interrogation just days following the history-making Hard To Kill event. This week’s IMPACT was one of the more unique episodes as IMPACT did not record a full episode in one location, but instead included Josh Matthews and Don Callis from headquarters, a match happening prior to Hard To Kill, and even traveling to House of Hardcore to see four of IMPACT’s finest go head-to-head. And finally, an exclusive sit-down interview with the new IMPACT World Champion, Tessa Blanchard. Lucha Style Rules: The Rascalz vs Desi Hit Squad vs Reno Scum vs TJP & Daga A…

All the while IMPACT Wrestling proved to be a history-making night, it did also prove to be a night for champions to walk out with the gold they walked in with. All four championships in IMPACT were on the line but only one changed hands in the main event. Ace Austin, Taya Valkyrie, and The North were all defending their gold. Here’s a peek at the competitors who managed to walk out #AndSTILL champion. Ace Austin Successfully Defends X-Division Championship Against Trey Ace Austin has become the king of getting inside his opponent’s head to give him a better chance…

NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool II Walter (c) vs. Joe Coffey (WWE United Kingdom Championship) At the bell, WWE United Kingdom Champion Walter goes for a face kick and Joe Coffey is ready, ducking under it. Coffey shows disrespect by slapping Walter in the face who then lifts him onto his shoulders to drop Walter to the mat. Walter rolls to the outside and Coffey is quick after him, launching a torpedo-like shoulder from the corner of the ring apron to an unaware Walter on the outside, knocking him to the ground. Coffey knows he must have Walter in the ring…

NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool II NXT Tag Team Champions Gallus vs. Mark Andrews & Flash Morgan Webster vs. Grizzled Young Veterans vs. Imperium (Ladder Match) The match starts with a standoff, the crowd anxious for the match to begin. Imperium and Gallus are knocked to the outside while A&W and GYV tussle and take the match down to a 2 on 2 match style. Andrews & Webster show great agility and speed. They take control of the ring against Imperium, working flawlessly together. GYV catch A&W on the ropes and throw off their game. Gibson and Drake appear to go…

Tessa Blanchard Becomes IMPACT Wrestling World Champion. History has been made. Tessa Blanchard shut out the noise on Sunday night in the main event of Hard To Kill to win the IMPACT World Championship. In doing so, she defeated her toughest rival of the past year, Sami Callihan. This isn’t just history because of a world title change, but Tessa has become the first woman to ever win a world championship in a major company. Tessa Blanchard has become the IMPACT Wrestling World Champion. Her and Callihan main event the evening, going on to have one of the most brutal…