Author: Marc Madison (Editor in Chief)
As a wrestling enthusiast for over 30 years, my fondness for professional wrestling explores the irrational in a rational way. I will explore the details inside and outside the ring and hopefully have a laugh with you in the process. I've had the fortune to interview wrestlers from Lucha Underground, TNA, Ring of Honor, GFW, and former WWE talent as well. Feel free to follow me on Twitter @TheMarcMadison
In a career that spanned over 25 years, Jacqueline Moore contributed more to wrestling than some may know. She is tough and was a legitimate threat in and out of the ring. With a martial arts background firmly in her back pocket, Moore would take the wrestling world by storm in the late 1980s. Growing up, the Texas native was a fan of the Von Erichs. Her initial training was in Dallas with the legendary Skandor Akbar, and in fact, she was the only female to train under him. At 5’3, Moore’s height would not impede her success. It was…
On Sunday, February 19th, 2012, the WWE presented Elimination Chamber 2012. In what was a lead into WrestleMania, the winner of the Elimination Chamber would challenge the champion at the showcase of the immortals. The video promoting the upcoming Chamber match shared that the winner leaving the Elimination Chamber would, in fact, walk into WrestleMania as the champion. From Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Michael Cole, Jerry Lawler, and Booker T are all on commentary. As the three men look on, the Chamber is lowered to the ring, as the upcoming match is for the WWE Championship. Justin Roberts goes over the rules,…
Victoria – A Wrestling Career Never To Mess With
Over the course of her twenty-year-plus career, Lisa Marie Varon has shattered ceilings and blazed an unmistakable trail as Victoria. During a time when women’s wrestling was typically taken lightly, Varon, who in WWE used the name Victoria, proved she was never someone you want to mess with. However, in order to point out all of Varon’s achievements, it’s imperative to identify where she came from and her background. Varon comes from a multi-cultural background, being the daughter of a Puerto Rican father and a Korean-born Turkish mother. Varon’s brothers were amateur wrestlers, though she herself never pursued it. She…
WWE presents Elimination Chamber 2025
On Saturday, March 1st, 2025, the WWE presents Elimination Chamber 2025 from Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This marks the WWE’s return to Toronto as a PLE since last year’s Money in the Bank event. This is the final event in the WWE’s road to WrestleMania, so the primary focus is determining the final two major championships to be featured at the ‘showcase of the immortals’. With Charlotte Flair facing Tiffany Stratton and Gunther facing Jey Uso, the question is, who will face Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley? These questions will be answered on Saturday evening. A number of…
Bearcat Wright – Pioneering Equality
Bearcat Wright’s journey represents not only a period in wrestling history but a cornerstone upon which the sport’s future was built. His indomitable spirit and commitment to excellence continue to resonate, ensuring that his legacy remains etched in the annals of wrestling for generations to come. Bearcat Wright – Fighting for Racial Equality Bearcat Wright emerged as a trailblazer in an era marked by racial segregation within professional wrestling. His journey was not merely about winning matches; it was a relentless crusade for equality. In an era when the wrestling landscape was fraught with racial barriers, Wright fearlessly challenged these…
The New Day – Powering Through Positivity
The story of the New Day is similar to one’s told before. At one point in a wrestler’s career, they face a crossroads professionally. In the case of this trio, that crossroads put forth a new opportunity for them to come together and excel. The New Day, composed of Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, and Big E, began with the idea of rejuvenating their careers while offering something fresh to WWE programming. By 2014, all three members were at different crossroads. Kofi Kingston, known for his high-flying athleticism, had stagnated after years in the mid-card. Big E was struggling to find…
Matt Striker opens up about Hockey, WWE & more
In 2015, Lucha Underground’s play-by-play commentator Matt Striker recently took some time to participate in an interview. Striker revealed his passion for wrestling, hockey, his time with the WWE and his early time with NXT. He discusses his time on the independent scene, what working in Lucha Underground has provided him the opportunity to do and what he has gained from that opportunity. Check out the complete interview below. Matt Striker played hockey and football. Is there any reason you didn’t pursue those avenues as a career? Do you follow either sport today? Matt Striker: “That’s a great question, I…
Nick Aldis discusses TNA, India, & Doug Williams
In 2017, former TNA World Heavyweight and Tag Team champion and current WWE Smackdown General Manager Nick Aldis took some time to participate in an interview. Aldis revealed opportunities with Global Force Wrestling, his time with the TNA promotion and his experiences competing in both India and Japan. He discusses a different perspective on life after becoming a father and what lies ahead for him. Check out the complete interview below. Nick Aldis has been trained by a plethora of people throughout your career. Share what you walked away with from each person. Nick Aldis: “Interesting question. I tried my…
A wild heart never cries; it roars – Magical verses. When it comes to Wild Heart Cole Radrick, this statement couldn’t be more accurate. Influenced early on by the likes of Rey Mysterio, Jeff Hardy, Kane, Taz, Crash Holly, Kurt Angle, and Jacqueline, Radrick had a fondness for talent that was as much tied to the quality of talent as he was their personality. As Radrick continued to evolve his ability, it was emerging independent talents that he looked at that were his beacons of inspiration. JC Bailey, El Generico, and Chris Sabin. He began his training at the age of…
As we head to Elimination Chamber 2025 in Toronto, three spots remain for the men’s and women’s chamber matches in this preview of RAW in Advance for 02/17/25. This past week, a few matches were announced ahead of this week’s card. With the Elimination Chamber less than two weeks away, the question is, who will stand to be the last few entries to fill out the chamber? Finn Balor and Seth ‘Freakin’ Rollins rekindle a rivalry between two former WWE Universal champions. While the winner will go on to compete at the Elimination Chamber for a chance to face Cody…