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Yesterday, Game Changer Wrestling (GCW) announced that it is bringing back the Acid Cup. A tournament dedicated to the late Trent Acid. Acid was a veteran of the independent scene for a number of years. His memory is commemorated with GCW’s debut on Independent Wrestling TV. With GCW announcing this two night tournament, it begins tonight and concludes tomorrow. Details as to the participants in the tournament will also begin today. This 16-person tournament is set will take place in an empty arena with its location remaining undisclosed. The previous Acid Cup consisted of two semi-finals matches, and a finals…

PROGRESS tweeted out a statement earlier on Wednesday regarding supporting one another and future events. The later followed it up with a separate announcement regarding other events slated to take place including Super Strong Style 16. https://twitter.com/ThisIs_Progress/status/1240008231830814721 The tweet is as much about the unity of BritWrest as it is anything else. It is a statement that shows solidarity towards other companies that are continuing to run events. This was a wonderful gesture because it also is about raising the profile of other talents within the country as well. One of the most remarkable things about PROGRESS is their willingness…

With the state of professional wrestling disappointed with the series of canceled events due to COVID-19, something positive has occurred. Independent Wrestling TV has announced that Game Changer Wrestling (GCW) will live stream as many as twenty events in 2020. The streaming service made the following announcement. Game Changer Wrestling (GCW) and IWTV have come to terms on an agreement that will see the independent powerhouse live stream a minimum of ten shows in 2020 exclusively on IWTV. The first of these IWTV exclusive GCW streams will take place this Thursday night (March 19) at 7pm EDT. The addition of…

In an announcement made earlier today, the WWE released a statement regarding WrestleMania and the WWE Performance Center. On Sunday, April 5th the event was slated to take place from the Tampa, Florida. The week leading up to WrestleMania was set to involve a series of events. With each event leading up to the showcase of the immortals would add to the Tampa economy. A great deal of speculation as to what the company would do as the event was set to take place. It became important that they make a decision that was both in line with what the…

In a tweet sent out Sunday former Defiant and World of Sport wrestling talent, Martin Kirby announces his retirement. In a career that spanned over fourteen years, Kirby stepped into the ring with some of the very best. Upon his announcement the outpouring of respect shown towards him was amazing. From the likes of Lance Storm, Killian Dain, David Starr, Mark Andrews, Martin Kirby was truly valued for all he did. His contributions to British Wrestling date back from his early training under Dragon Aisu. For as talented as he was, this true talent was largely underrated by a mainstream…

The Center for Disease and Control Prevention (CDC) recommends the cancellation or postponement of events of more than 50 people. With earlier reports circulating that events of more than 250 people be canceled, the belief was smaller promotions to hold events. However, AAW Pro announced yesterday that their upcoming event EPIC has been postponed. The same could be said about Limitless Wrestling’s whose upcoming Cause for Alarm has been canceled. Of course, these cancellations all lead to what is the single biggest wrestling event of the year in WrestleMania and its future. As it stands things are looking bleak. https://twitter.com/lookner/status/1239322405245419523…

In a press release issued yesterday by MLW, the promotion stated that it would temporarily suspend promoting any upcoming live events for a minimum of 45 days. To read the press release in its entirety please see below. NEW YORK — Major League Wrestling has suspended promoting live events for 45 days, effective immediately, as the league continues to assess the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. At the appropriate time, the league will communicate plans for promoting live events outside of the 45-day temporary hiatus and update the status of league events.  MLW programming will continue to air Saturday nights…

As reported by Casey Michael of Squared Circle Sirens, a number of independent wrestlers were believed to be in attendance at the WWE Performance Centre for a tryout. The tryouts, however, were later canceled and those in attendance were then sent home. The men involved included the following; Alan Zapalac, Brady Pierce, Eric Gonzalez, Idris Abraham, Jake Logan, Jay Harris, Jessy Sahota, John Hartley, Juicy Finau, Lane McCloskey, Matrick Belton, Mr. Obnoxios, Nick Stanley, Rashaud Freeman, Rayo, Ricky Knight Jr, Sefa Fatu, and Shoot Taylor. The list of women reported includes Alex Garcia, Brittany Lauzon, Cali Young, Giovanna Eburneo, Heather…

According to a report | by WrestleVotes, WWE discusses relocating Smackdown this week. This Friday’s episode of Smackdown was slated from the Little Caesars Arena. Little Caesar Arena is located in Detroit, Michigan, but it isn’t where the decision to have Smackdown take place now. The comes on the heels of this past Wednesday’s episode of NXT also taking place from the Performance Centre. https://twitter.com/WrestleVotes/status/1237922708303810565 The recent announcement by World Health Organization that the Coronavirus is listed as a pandemic, therefore decisions are being made. It was followed by the National Basketball Association deciding to postpone their season. This unfolded after…

In the latest audio edition of the podcast, we welcome commentator Kevin Gill. Gill’s passion for wrestling traces back to the days of ECW. With the spirit of Extreme Championship Wrestling running through the veins, Kevin Gill has effectively transitioned that into what was initially Jersey Championship Wrestling. As GCW’s commentator, his role with the promotion also showcases an unbridled passion that is reminiscent of Paul Heyman. Gill is a multi-faceted and multi-talented man. Pro Wrestling Post presents Episode 39 with Kevin Gill. With a podcast of his own, Gill’s desire to make GCW the premiere independent wrestling promotion in…