My Top 5 Royal Rumble Events.

Intro.

It's no secret that I love The Royal Rumble. It's my favourite PPV of the year, and it almost never lets me down. ( Almost he says )

5. The Royal Rumble 2005.

The show, wasn't very good, it's just worth to watch an awful human being, completely badgering his knees.

4. The Royal Rumble 1999.

The He Who Shall Not Be Named's saga against Stone Cold Steve Austin, and. The Rock vs Mankid, in an I Quit Match. I had a blast watching this a 11 year old.

3. The Royal Rumble 2023.

Both men, and womens Rumble Matches delivered, the return of Cody Rhodes, and of course. Sami Zayns turn on The Bloodline. I loved this event.

2. The Royal Rumble 1998.

The Undertaker getting buried alive. HBK suffering that awful back Injury, and. Austin winning the rumble.

1 The Royal Rumble 2000.

From Mae Young causing multiple people to go into therapy. The Rock Controversially winning the Rumble, and of course HHH vs Cactus in that glorious Street Fight. Please Channel 4, can I have another.

 

My Top 5 AEW Rampage Matches, And Moments

 Intro.

I have a soft spot for this show. I don't know what it is about this show. It acts like a nice mug of Hot Chocolate, whilst walking home from my day Job. AEW Rampage you shall be missed.

5 Kenny Omega vs Christian Impact World Heavyweight Championship.

I liked this. It was a great look at what this show could look. This Match was solid.

4 Bryan Danielson vs Minoru Suzuki.

This. Match was a fluid, majestic masterpiece. If I could describe what pure gold looks like, in the form of a wrestling Match it would look like this.

3 Eddie Kingston Calls Chris Jericho Live On Air.

This. Was pure comedy. I don't know what else to say, other than I pissed myself laughing.

2 Jon Moxley vs Wheeler Yuta.

This. Was my favourite TV Match of 2022, and I still go back and watch it now.

1 Cm Punk

From his First Dance debut, to his epic feuds against Eddie Kingston, and. MJF. It all went downhill  after this.

My Top 5 Takeaways From AEW Worlds End.

5. It's Great To See JR Looking Healthy.

I'm just going to say it. It's great to see JR back, and looking healthy. It's not been an easy year for JR, and it's nice to see him with a glow.

4. MJF And Adam Cole Needs To Be Left In 2024.

It's clear that I have not liked this feud of late, yes the Match was good, but it managed to lower its own standards, by giving AEW's critics rope to hang the company with. This was the second Match on the card to feature blood, which is a critism that has plagued the company since it's early days. Too much, could be overkill.

3. The Women Nearly Stole The Show.

Both of the Womens Matches on this card were a study in contrast. From the brutality of Thumbtacks, to the awesome physicality, and superb chemistry, from both sets of Ladies. Both Womens Matches, nearly stole the show.

2. The Returns.

Adam Copeland is back, and of course, there's one more guy, but more on him in a minute. 

1. The Continental Classic.

These Matches were another example of two things, being a study in contrast, both Matches felt differant, yet the outcomes weren't just gratifying, they were awe-inspiring. Osperay vs Fletcher, was a bloodsoaked masterclass in booking, whilst Okada vs Ricochet was a stiff fluent battle. Will, and. Okada won their Matches, setting up a mouth watering final, and it didn't disapoint. The Near falls, and all round execution, was simply stunning. Okada got the win, with his rainmaker finisher, and then it happened. Christopher Daniels came out onto the stage. He told Okada that as of today, he was no longer an EVP, so he couldn't hand over the Continental Championship to him, but he knew someone who could. And out he came. Kenny By God Omega. This. Was an awesome stand alone moment in time, as both faced each other, this isn't just a tease, it's a promise, that makes me very excited for AEW in 2025.

My Top 5 Moments In Wrestling That Made Laugh My Ass Off.

                Intro. 

I have lost count how many times, that I have cried laughing whilst watching Pro Wrestling. From the insane, to the damn right funny, welcome everyone to My Top 5 Moments In Wrestling That Made Me Laugh My Ass Off.

5 Stone Cold And Booker T Fight In A Supermarket.

What can I say about this, other than it had me howling with laughter. It makes me wish that this could happen during my weekly shop around Tescos, on a Friday Afternoon.

           4 David Flairs WCW In The Year 2000.

WCW in the year 2000, was the gift that kept on giving, and I mean this in a good way, because David Flairs character, made me laugh all the time, during this time period.

3 The Rock And William Regal Segment From Thanksgiving Smackdown 2000.

This Segment was pure comedic Gold. The words Candy Bum will always make me laugh

2 Eli Drake The Dummy Count.

TNA/Impact Wrestling in 2016. If you didn't find this funny then you're a dummy yeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaah,

1 Shoes Of A Champion.

If the dummy count is in second place, then this had to top the list. Christmas time is here again. What's on my feet. Shoes of a champion. A new year, brings in new goals, and what does that sound like. Goals more like Gold, yeeeeeeeeaaaah. Never change LA Knight.

My Top 5 Wrestlers Who Visibly Couldn't Stand Working For WCW.

         Intro.

Back in the mid nineties WCW  established itself as a major competitor, to. He Who Shall Not Be Named's Evil Empire, with talent going back and fourth from both company's, to the ground breaking emergence of The NWO, but when new things start up, you can't please everyone, and these were just some people, who couldn't hide the fact, that they hated their employers.

5 Scott Steiner.

This one spoke for itself, just take the remote, and turn over the channel, and watch Stone Cold Steve Austin, because WCW sucks. Yeah. Big Poppa Pump couldn't hide his displeasure for the company.

4 Bret Hart.

Just read this guys autobiography, and you will see what i'm on about. Bret has never hid his feelings about WCW.

3 Bobby Heenan.

I don't know what make of this, but if you go back and watch his commentary, alongside Tony Schiavone, and you could tell these two hated each other.

2 Eddie Guererro.

From being buried in the midcard, to falling out with Eric Bischoff. I'm not suprised that he and the Radicalz left.

1 Stone Cold Steve Austin.

Just watch his promos when he was in ECW, and go and look at his demeaner, when he had to cut promos on WCW TV, when Hulk Hogan made his debut. Over the years Steve has openly talked about his distain for how the company had treated, and it showed that he had become a forgotten toy, because a newer toy, had taken his place.

My Top 5 Favourite Matches Of 2024.

Intro.

This year has been remarkable, from the aspect of moments, and Matches leaving us all, with the feeling of complete amazement. IThis think this year has been a solid one from the aspect of in-ring work, with some Matches making me feel whole. These are my top 5 Matches.

5 Marieh May vs Toni Storm AEW All In.

I'm going to be a bit biased here, because I was In attendance for AEW All In. This Match was one of many highlights on the PPV, and in my opinion. It was the best womens Match this year.

4 Will Osperay vs Bryan Danielson AEW DynRg that it left me with. Just fighting spirit magic.

3 Will Osperay vs Pac AEW All In.

I loved this Match, it was fast paced. it was fluent, and it was a vital master stroke in booking, that we all needed.

2 MJF vs Will Osperay AEW All In.

Like I have said before, i'm going to sound a bit biased, because I attended AEW All In, and this was my Match of the night, next to Danielson vs Swerve. This Match is the reason why I love Pro Wrestling.

1Drew Mcintyre vs Cm Punk Hell In A Cell WWE Bad Blood.

Cody, and. Roman may have headlined the PLE, but it was Drew, and. Punk that stole the show. This is one of the best Hell In A Cell Matches in recent years. From the majestic, bloodsoaked story, that the Match followed, to its execution. This. Was perfect.

 

My Top Best Wrestling Moments This Year.

Intro.

Ok, we've done the bad, so I better give you guys a big bag of sweets, so here's the best moments. 

5 Cody Rhodes Finishing His Story.

This had me crying, because it was a life affirming moment, that only sport, and entertainment can create, however due to reasons beyond HHH's control, this brought in the new era not in sports entertainment, but in pro wrestling. So everyone, what do you want me to talk about.

4. The Rise Of Swerve Strickland In AEW.

In terms of building up new talent. AEW has capitised, at a time when WWE is starting to look for it's series of main eventers. Swerve Stricklands rise this year has been awesome to watch unfold. His Matches have been solid, both on TV, and PPV, and to think were only just getting started, because for Swerve it's onwards and upwards.

3 Cm Punk And Drew Mcintyre Had A Match Of The Year Contender.

From the Summerslam Match, being met with a tepid response, their Bash In Berlin Match, having its critics, to this, a bonafide classic, that redifined 5 star classic. This. Is one of my PPV Matches of the year.

2 MJF vs Will Osperay.

This Is another Match Of the yearc contender. I'm going to sound a bit biased because I was in attendance at Wembley Stadium for AEW All In, and this was a highlight. Just pure perfection all round if you ask me.

1 Hangman Adam Page vs Swerve Strickland Rivalry.

This Match in my opinion, is still helping to bring in AEW's Golden age of grotesc, from its levels of high octane violence, and blood, to the end of an era defining storyline. When AEW get it right, they kill it.

Top 5 Worst Moments In Wrestling This Year.

     Intro

This Year has seen some awesome moments in Pro Wrestling. From the rise of Willow Nightingale, and. Swerve Strickland. Cody Rhodes finishing his story. Hangman Adam Page becoming an arsonist, to my favourite. The retirement of an American Dragon. So with that said, here are the worst moments. So sit back everyone, relax, have a drink, and i'll begin.

5 The Elite Takeover Of AEW.

Yeah, this had a lot of promise, but overall in it's final execution, coming out from April onwards, the creative behind this fell flat, as time war on, but at least, we got to see Tony Khan take the TK driver.

4 Adam Copelands Rah Rah Speech.

I love Adam Copeland, but this was embarrassing. It was unnessicary, and pointless. This came off the back of Cm Punk going on a podcast with Ariel Helwani. It was childish, and no one came off looking good in the aftermath.

3 Showing The Cm Punk Backstage From Wembley Stadium.

Of the back of that infamous Ariel Helwani Podcast came this, and oh my it was a bad idea. I have no other words. Man this was dumb.

2 Justice For Jey Uso.

I loved it when Jey Uso won the Intercontinental Championship, but when he lost in the fashion that he did. I was furious. It's nothing against Bron Breakker. I just wanted better for the man that coined the phrase yeeeeeeeet.

1 The Never Ending Story Of Chris Jericho.

As a wrestler I have really gone off Chris Jericho in 2024, due to reasons I can't talk about. I think its time he leaves TV, for a while.

 5 My Top 5 Wrestling Moments That Made Me Ugly Cry.

 Intro

Crying is a natural form of emotion, and in life we've all done it. What does this say about me. I've cried more times watching wrestling, than I have attending weddings, funerals, and, anniversaries? I know what you're all thinking. This manchild is a robot.

5 Randy And Liz Wrestlemania 8.

Macho Man Randy Savage, and. Ms Elizabeth at Wrestlemania 8, were reunited and it feels so good. I hated Cheri Martel, my 7 year old self, was so relived watching this.

4 Daniel Bryan's retirement.

Concussions are no laughing matter, and watching this was just heartbreaking.

3 Ric Flairs Retirement.

Even though these days, i'm not a big fan of Ric's these days. This retirement speech, from after Wrestlemania 24 still gets to me. Leave the memories alone, and don't change a thing. 

2 Goodbye Cactus Jack.

Febuary 2000, was an interesting time in the wrestling industry. WCW was continuing to fall on its own sword, and we had to say goodbye to an old friend. ( Or so we thought ) Mick Foley, was done wrestling, his health was on a downward spiral, to the point that he was forgetting his own name. No Way Out, would be his swansong, and last appearance for the then WWF. His bloodsoaked masterpiece With HHH, that took place within the confines of the devils favourite structure, this was a fitting way to say goodbye to a man, that literally sacrificed his own body, to entertain us fans. Godspeed Cactus Jack. Godspeed Mick Foley. Jr's commentary on this night was flawless.

1 The Matches of Daniel Bryan And Bryan Danielson.

Wrestlemania 30, and. AEW All In 2024, all have one thing in common. the vice versa perona of this man, got thousands in attendance to beliveve in the art of storytelling, within the confines of a Pro Wrestling Match, when he beat the likes of. Randy Orton. Batista, and. Swerve Strickland, respectively. These matches examplified passion, and conviction. Fireworks and grace, thrown in with Pro wrestling, created memories for the families in attendance, even with one of them looking down from heaven.

AEW Christmas Collision 22.12.2024.

 Intro

It's Christmas, and after i've written this. I'm going to be sitting back with a beer in my hand, because this has been a great year for me, from me publishing my work for the first time, hanging out with my friend Dave at AEW All In, with his partner Kim, and his brother in Law Rich. And there was the time I got scissored by a man called Daddyass. I think it's been a good year, and with that said, thank you to everyone who's checked out the blog, and here's to a great 2025. Things are going to get interesting. This will be my last review of the year.

Costco Guys Are All Elite.

The Costco Guys kicked off the show, running everything down with Ian Riccabani. Later on in the evening they had a promo dual against Chris Jericho, and his Learning Tree. Shout out to Anthony Bowens, for sticking up for these Chicken Bake/ Double Chunk Chocolate Chip Cookies loving guys. I liked this.

Will Osperay vs Ricochet Continental Classic.

From Ricochet telling Will in a non subtle way, that he stinks, the excellent physicality, and chemistry, that both men showed, to it's lofi pace, that allowed the match to have plenty of time to breathe. The near falls blended perfectly with the in-ring work, as both mens movesets were made to be the centrepiece. Ricochet got the win. I liked this.

Adam Cole And MJF Segment.

I loved this segment, both sides of this were a fascinating watch, from Max's side dealing with the past. Dentistry, and sad truths, to. Cole replying by insulting his fake hair, hiring his girlfriend, and stating that he's nothing like Max. They both took shots at each other, that reverbarated back and forth with great effects, that led to the final exchange, that saw Max say the truth, he never cared about Adam, because all he wanted was his championship, and at worlds end, he's going to bring Adams world to an end. A fight broke out to end the segment.

Kris Statlander Segment And Match Against Penelope Ford.

Kris Statlander called out Mercedes Mone, for another Match for her TBS Championships, she went on to beat Penelope Ford in a flat TV Match, and then Mercedes came out, and accepted her challenge. This. Was. What it was.

Orange cassidy Segment.

Orange Cassidy, told Lexi Nair that he wants help, when it comes to eliminating Jon Moxley from AEW.

Harley Cameron Segment.

Harley Cameron continued her campaign to torture my ears, with AEW's Christmas ad. Please make it stop.

Toni Storm Segment.

Toni Storm, had a fan girl moment, when she met Deonna Purazzo, and. Taya Valkyrie. to the point that she now has a Match against on this weeks Dynamite.

Continental Classic Shelton Benjamin vs Daniel Garcia.

I liked this, from it's quick pace, that caught me off guard, which allowed my mind to expand, because this was energetic barn-burner. Garcia got the win via roll up. The Hurt Syndicate then attacked Danny in the aftermath. Mark Briscoe, and. Swerve Strickland, then came out to make the save. Swerve said to Bobby that he said he was  going to catch him, by the end of the year, and this all happened after the rest of the AEW locker room, came out to make the save.

Mark Briscoe vs The Beast Mortas Continental Classic.

Mark Briscoe, beat. The Beast Mortas, in what was a solid outing, and a decent TV Match.

Julia Hart Segment.

I get the feeling that Julia Hart is looking forward to her Match against Jamie Hayter, on the 1st of January.

Thunder Rosa And Marieh May Fight

Now I like Marieh May, and I like Thunder Rosa, but which one is better, there's only one way to find out. Fiiiiiiiigggggghhhht. Alex Mahvez didn't know what to do with himself.

Claudio Castagnoli vs Darby Allin Continental Classic.

I liked this. From Darby The Daredevil, chucking himself off the top of the stage scaffolding. Claudio giving Darby travel sickness, with that spin, and having some fun with the steel steps. The visceral physicality from start to finish, was great, and it helped shape how the Match would take shape. Claudio, beat. Darby, when Brass knucks were introduced. Osperay came out, and chased off Claudio, as the broadcast came to an end. 

Overview Of AEW Christmas Collision.

I liked this broadcast. The overshadowing arch of the Hammerstein Ballroom, made for a great treat, as the fans fed of the action, that was taking place, and the promos made for a nice side dish.

AEW Christmas Collision is a solid 8/10.

WWE Friday Night Smackdown Review 21.12.2024

Intro.

The New Year is already starting to look exciting. Monday Night Raw on Netflix. AEW Dynamite simulcast, on both TBS, and. HBO Max in the states, and of course. The return of Kenny Omega. Say it with me everyone. Sometimes it's good to be a wrestling fan.

Superstars Seen Showing Up.

Bianca Belair. Naomi. The Motorcity Machine Gunns, and Nia Jax, and. Candace Lerae, were all seen showing up to the arena, ahead of their respective Matches.

Temu Bloodline And 6 Man Tag Match.

I liked this. Solo and his not so merry crew came out, and for the first time it looked like Solo, was ignoring the boos, as the chant of OTC rang around the arena in Conneticut. He put over the level of his Match against Roman, on the 6th of January, all whilst he was getting booed out of the building. The main selling point of this Promo was to put over the conflict of Tribal, and that was achieved here, because after January 6th. Solo will still be our Tribal Chief, and. The Head Of The Table. After a failed Acknowledgement from the fans. Drew Mcintyre came out, and asks Solo. Was he happy, after last weeks beatdown on Jimmy? and does Solo ever think about drew, to which he just shook his head. Drew was clearly holding back anger, as he talked about attacking those that wronged him, whilst holding back the urge to not want to kill Solo. Drew said that he's going to continue to go through all of the OG Bloodline members, because it's the best way to handle business. Jimmy came out to attack Drew with a crutch, but Drew scarpered, as. LA Knight. Apollo Crews, and. Andrade came out for their 6 Man Tag Match with The Bloodline. This 6 Man Tag, resembled a small lofi barn burner, that turned into a solid TV Match, that allowed all six men to have energetic bursts, which sold the physicality. Solo got the win for his crew, when he got Crews all alone. Spinning Solo, and a spike, and that was all she wrote.

The Motorcity Machine Gunns Segment.

Alex Shelley, said that he wanted to get his hands on Johnny Gargano. This made Ciampa, and. Gargano wet themselves with laughter.

Chelsea Green Celebration.

Byron Saxton interviewed Chelsea Green, about her United States Championship win. In Pre-recorded footage, from after last weeks. Saturday Nights Main Event. I think this was a great piece of business, and by the sounds of it, so did she, and. Piper Niven.

Kevin Owens Segment.

Kevin Owens then did his best Gene Schnitsky impersonation, and said that what happened to Cody Rhodes, wasn't his fault, and put the blame on the fans, and the company executives.

Grayson Waller Effect With Braun Strowman.

I didn't like this, from Braun Strowman coming out dressed up like Santa Claus, to Waller insulting fans calling them poor, to this badly scripted segment becoming a promotrain, when Carmelo Hayes came out, all of this was unfanny, and boring. And the Match that Carmelo had against Braun, was nothing short of bad,  with a dodgy finish. Carmelo then caught up with Braun later on, after Braun bumped into Legado Delfantasma, and. Pretty Deadly, and attacked him with a steelchair.

Tiffany Stratton Segment.

Candace Lerae, then did her best Wayne Campbell Impersonation, and denied Tiffany Stratton from coming out to ringside. No Ringside access denied.

Alex Shelley

Johnny Gargano, beat. Alex Shelley in tame Match, that failed in its execution. Gargano won by roll up.

Bianca Belair And Naomi vs Nia Jax And Candace Lerae WWE Womens Tag Team Championship Match.

I liked this. It did what it said on the tin. The Match was a fun experience, that came from a lofi start. And turned into a barn burner. Naomi, and Bianca got the win, and Tiffany had another failed Cash in attempt.

Overview Of WWE Friday Night Smackdown.

I enjoyed this weeks Friday Night Smackdown. The in-ring work was solid, however the promos were a sad stalemate, of pre-recorded shows.

This weeks Friday Night Smackdown is a decent 7/10.

My Top 5 John Cena Matches.

Intro.

Ok were is he, no guys i'm being serious I can't see him. Agh yes. Mr John Cena. I understand that not everyone likes him, but personally I like him, he's one of the best Promo's in the business, and by all accounts, he's one of the nicest people in the business, so I decided to give you guys, a top 5 list to do with the invisible man.

5 John Cena vs Edge TLC Match WWE Championship Unforgiven 2006.

Toronto, at this point, had Cheered Edge, and in equal measure, booed him out of the building, but on this night, the fans were split down the middle, and it helped amplify, what was an already great Match.

4 John Cena vs Kevin Owens United States Championship Open Challenge.

This. Is. How you make a new star. The story behind this Match, is genuinely heartwarming, and great to see. John made KO on this night. The look on KO's sons face said everything.

3 John Cena vs Edge Summerslam 2006.

I love this Match, and it's build. Edge's heel run, up against John's babyface niceness. This. Was perfect. The Match had a great flow to it, and both men gave everything, in order to create magic. What can I say, parent slapping is funny, if it doesn't effect you.

2 John Cena vs Brock Lesnar Extreme Rules 2012.

This Match, was the perfect example, of how pure dominance, and a fighting attitude, can produce the goods. I understand that Brock nowadays, along with his future is persona nongrata, but I still love this Match, I'm not condoning what Brock, may, or may not have done, in anyway. I just feel these guys brought out the best in each other.

1 John Cena vs Cm Punk Money In The Bank 2011.

This. Is. A bonafide 5 star classic, from the outlaying of the storyline, being played out on TV, to the outcome of the Match, that played out in Chicago. This. Was Perfect.

 

My Top 5 Takeaways From Monday Night Raw.

5 The Judgement Day Have Run Their Course.

No intro guys, so I'm going to get to the good stuff. I'm done with The Judgement Day. The act has became stale, and beyond repair, in my opinion. The Tag Belts changing hands to the War Raiders just proves my point.

4 Rhea Ripley needs A Good 2025.

Rhea Ripley hasn't had the best year inbetween the ropes, in my opinion, and the finger of blame needs to be pointed at the booking. In 2025 I want to see her break free of the Liv Morgan trap, that she has been placed in since the summer.

3 Tribal Combat Is Going To Rule.

I have no words, other than this Match is going to rule, on a major level. Hurry up January 6th.

2 Cm Punk vs Seth Rollins.

Cm Punk vs Seth Rollins. Just hurry up January 6th, because I need this Match in my life.

1 Netflix.

Raw on Netflix. I can't wait for this broadcast. It looks stacked, and I can't wait to see the drama unfold.

2

AEW Dynamite Holiday Bash 2024 Review.

 Intro.

This isn't going to be much of an intro, because it's going to read like a thank you. This year has been filled with some great memories, and moments that I won't forget, and 2025 is shaping up to be even bigger. Ads. Shows, and all round good times. This is going to be my last Dynamite review of the year. So with that said. I say roll 2025. Also one other Thing my Top 5 Takeaways From Monday Night Raw, is coming later today. Sorry for the delay. This is due to fact that I was feeling rundown. But I'm better now.

Renee Paquette Interviews Orange Cassidy, And Jay White.

Renee Paquette managed to a get a few words, with. Orange Cassidy, and. Jay White. White put over the fact that he's only interested in the AEW World Heavyweight Championship, and dolesn't rely on foes like Hangman Adam Page, this pissed off Page, who then attacked white, all whilst Cassidy just stood there thinking, has my life really come to this. Osperay and Darby then gave their thoughts ahead of their Continental Classic Match, in the style of an old school WWF promo. Which was a nice touch.

Womens TBS Championship Match Anna Jay vs Mercedes Mone.

I liked this. The Match had a solid flow, and a sense of personality, once the fans got involved. The physicality, and the Match flow was a delight. Mone retained her title, whilst Kris Statlander just watched on.

FTR Segment.

FTR challenged The Deathriders, to a Match at Fight For The Fallen on the 1st of January, whislt also hinting at a return of a rated r superstar.

MJF Segment.

I loved this. MJF is back to his best, insulting local sports teams, singing christmas songs, and giving to charity. The Adam Cole Charity. He also took time to break my heart, and my illusions about Christmas. ( Santa is real ) Cole showed up on the big screen, with help from The Kingdom, and asked Max one question. Has he had his ass kicked. Adam showed up behind Max, and attacked him. This feud needed a good week, and it got one.

Jamie Hayter Segment.

Jamie Hayter, challenged Julia Hart to a Match for Dynamite Fight For The Fallen.

Kenny Omega Segment.

AEW then aired a vingnette for the Return of one Kenny Omega. I can't wait for this.

Christian Cage And Nick Wayne vs Hook And Shibata.

I didn't like this. I thought the Match fell flat, and it never recovered. Cage helped his son get the win, after planting him on both, Hook, and. Shibata, after he gave Hook, his killswitch finisher. This fell into the realm of predictability.

Jericho In The Big City.

Chris Jericho in the big city, well at least that Pizza, and the giant Pretzel looked amazing.

Bandido Segment.

Bandido is returning, and at this point I was thinking, just get on with it AEW.

Harley Cameron Segment.

Harley Cameron, then became an advert for AEWshop, by singing the twelve days of Christmas. I'm now not going to be buying from this site. Thanks Harley.

Marieh May Segment.

Marieh May, called out Thunder Rosa, ahead of their Tijuanna Street Fight, at Worlds End.

Ricochet Segment. Shelton Benjamin vs The Beast Mortas Continental Classic.

Ahead of his Match, against Will Osperay, on this Saturday's Collision. Tony Schiavone tried to get a word with Ricochet in the ring, but this fell apart, because The Syndicate came out, they wasted no time in telling Ricochet, that they have to time for him. MVP ripped up the card that he gave him, and called him a kiss ass. Ricochet then left the ring, and had a meeting with Swerve Strickland Backstage. I'm not sure what to make of this. Shelton Benjamin, then beat The Beast Mortas, in a solid Continental Classic TV Match. That I liked.

Will Osperay vs Darby Allin Continental Classic.

I loved this. From the solid work rate, and all round fantastic in-ring work, that allowed the Match to have time to breathe, and the near falls were excellent, plus after that Nasty Apron bump. I'm convinced that Darby Allin has no back. Darby got the win, after two coffin drops. This. Was an excellent TV Match.

Portrait Of A Rockstar.

Toni Storm has no idea who she is, and RJ City just looked purplexed. I loved this.

Moxley. Pac, and. Yuta vs. Hangman Adam Page. Orange Cassidy, and. Jay White.

I liked this. The Match told a cohesive storyline, along the line of, how will they coexist, which would see Hangman walk out, and get Moxley all alone on his return. The Matches within the Match, were also a fitting contrast, that made sense to the Match, but the story became their undoing, allowing Mox to get the win, by Roll up on Cassidy.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite Holiday Bash 2024.

This. Was. A great way to get me hyped for the festive season. The action was great, and promos verged on being sensational.

This Years AEW Dynamite Holiday Bash is a solid 9/10.

 It's Time To Get Personal.

Thank You.

This has been a rewarding, but challenging year. When I started to write this piece. I took a look at how many views my blog this year. 2.666 have checked it out, and even though I know it's not a big amount. I will be forever greatful to you guys who have checked me out so far.

Expansion.

This year. I tried to expand my blog Extremewrestlingreviews1.blogspot.com, with varying results. I started to use X, and I got some decent traction, however I wasn't pleased with the facebook traction. I got it wrong with Facebook, because I put way two much out there, to the point that it was considered Spamming. This. Was never my intention. I will be going back to the platform, at some point next year. However, there will be some changes, the main reviews, will go out on that platform, but that's it, the rest will go on X, and my blog. Next year I will be sorting out my Advertising, and I can't wait to share my ideas with you guys.

2025 Leeeeetttts Goooooooooo.

Next year is going to a big year for me, and the blog, and it will start with AEW Wrestle Dynasty on the 5th of January. Thank you for a great year.

My Top 5 Takeaways From WWE Saturday Night Main Event.

   Intro. 

I don't know if you guys have picked up on this, but, I love a good bit of nostalgia. From watching re runs of Buffy The Vampire Slayer, to taking a trip down memory lane with Pro Wrestling. There's just nothing better, than feeling young, when you're 37 years old. This past weekends WWE Saturday Night Main Event did just that. I took me back to a time that was altogether simpler. And judging by the fan responses. I wasn't alone.

5 Jesse The Body Ventura.

Just hearing this mans voice on commentary, felt like a warm blanket in the cold of winter. It was nice to have a shade of the old, mixed in with the new, and his heel shtick alongside both Michael Cole, and Pat Mcafe, to me, was a delight.

4 The 1980's Feels.

Just looking at the set up for this show when it went live on Youtube, over here in the UK, gave me the same 1980's overload I would get, when watching a film like The Never Ending Story, because it delivered all of the 1980's feels, from it's look alone.

3 KO And Cody Rhodes Must Continue.

I don't know were you can go with this storyline after this. I think it's going to the debut on Netflix, and that's it, because if it goes on any further, WWE could sour what they've created.

2 Legends Used In The Right Way.

Koko Beware. Jimmy Hart, and. Greg The Hammer Valentine, were all used in the right way, sat at ringside, having a lovely time.

1 Chelsea Green Getting Her Flowers.

I have been a fan of this lady since her days in TNA/Impact Wrestling, even though I haven't always liked the way she has been booked. Having her become the 1st ever Womens Intercontinental Champion is a great piece of business, and is testement to the saying, that if you work hard enough, you can achieve anything.

AEW Dynamite Review.

   Intro. 

With the incoming venture into smaller venues, coming within the next few weeks. I'm starting to feel a tad more optimistic, about the direction of the company, and were their heading. It's like what Bob Dylan once said. Oh these times they are a changing. And it's a good thing all round.

Moxley And Pac vs Jay White And Orange Cassidy.

I liked this. The Match was a strong storybuilt stroke of genius, with good physicality, and superb exchanges. The Matches within the Match, made for fascinating viewing. However all of this was undone, when Hangman Adam Page attacked Moxley, and the Match was thrown out. Christian Cage who was an on looker, for this Match didn't look to pleased, as a brawl ensued. Mox then said via a promo, that there will be a Fatal 4 Way Match at Worlds End for the AEW World Heavyweight Championship. Between him. Hangman Adam Page. Orange Cassidy, and. Jay White. Christian then cut a personal promo from his box, and was attacked by Hook. The attack segment was class, but bringing up Jon's addiction issues, to me was uncalled for. Addiction shouldn't be poked fun at as a way to garner cheap heat.

Bandido Segment.

Bandido is coming back, and look kids he's kicking major arse. I like these teases.

Continental Classic Will Osperay vs Claudio Castagnoli.

I liked this. It was by far the best Continental Classic Match on the card. Claudios style of physical manipulation, vs Wills fast paced mobility, made for a great study in contrast, as this brought out the best in both men. Will got the win via a roll up from a jacknife powerbomb position, and this pissed off Claudio, who tried to attack Will in the aftermath. Darby made the save. Will vs Darby next week. Yes please.

Matt Cardona Segment.

Renee Paquette had a few words with Matt cardona, who said that he can't wait to face Chris Jericho, at. ROH Final Battle. Jericho counteracted this later on, by saying that he's going to slam onto a Ninja Turtle, because there hero's in a half shell. I would personally use a Biker Mice From Mars toy instead.

Adam Cole vs Kyle O'reilly.

These two needed a good night, and they failed at it. The Match was a slow and sluggish borefest, that the fans didn't come alive for until the end, when MJF made a cameo. This helped Cole get the win. I didn't like this. 

FTR Segment.

FTR are stand up guys, they highlighted Fight For The Fallen on January 1st, and challenged The Deathriders to a conversation on Collision.

Darby Allin Segment.

Darby Allin had a backstage chat with Tony Schiavone, and this was excellent, he put over the importance of AEW being around, and how his thoughts don't counteract with Moxley's.

Ricochet vs Brody King Continental Classic.

I liked this, even though I don't think Ricochet has it the ground running in AEW. He got the win, in what was a solid Match.

Private Party Segment.

Private Party then booked Action Andretti, and Lio Rush, in a Match against Top Flight, and the winner will face the champs at a later date.

Mina Shirakawa vs Marieh May AEW Womens Championship.

I had a great time watching this at 8.30am, before I went to my day job. The sight of Thunder Rosa, and her ever changing signs, made me laugh, whilst the match was performed with solid fluidity, that allowed the near falls to fit in snuggly. May, retained her championship, and then it happened. Toni Storm came out, in her rockstar get up. She basked in the fans, as the tears came to her eyes.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite.

This. Is the AEW that I know and love. The in-ring work went from solid, to great, and the promos were a lot of fun.

This years AEW Dynamite Winter Is Coming is a solid 8/10.

      My Top 5 Smackdown Moments.



     Intro.



In 1990 the WWF ventured further up in the TV landscape, by adding a second show to its weekly arsenal. Smackdown aired on a Thursday night on UPN, and a couple of days later over here on sky sports. I had to watch at my friends house, because my family couldn't afford sky TV, I have great memories of watching this show, so here are some of my favourite moments.



5 The Emergence Of The Tribal.



This. Was glorious. And a fresh reminder, that long lasting storytelling, can take the viewer on a journey, that can last a longtime. I acknowledge you Roman.



4. Edge vs Eddie Guererro.



This. Rivalry  was something special, some connections are made, some forced, and some are made naturally. This. Was the latter, and it was awesome.



3 Big Show And Brock Lesnar Destroying A Ring.



Two men caused a wrestling ring to implode, and it worked, because it was unpredictable. I have no words.



2 Mick Foley Loses It As The Commisioner.



Mick Foley, put. The Undertaker. The Rock. HHH. Stone Cold Steve Austin. Kurt Angle, and. Rikishi, in a Hell In A Cell Match, because he'd had enough of the grief, yeah that's right you tell'em Mick.



1 Stone Cold Steve Austin Blows Up The DX Express Bus.



It was the year 2000. Britney Spears was wrecking the charts. Slipknot were annoying parents, and scaring kids, and DX were hunting down Stone Cold Steve Austin. And when they found him, he blow up their favourite toy, their bus. This was all for the build for Backlash 2000 The Rock vs HHH WWF Championship Match. I loved this. It's one of my favourite WWF segments ever.





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      My Top 5 Smackdown Moments.

     Intro.

In 1990 the WWF ventured further up in the TV landscape, by adding a second show to its weekly arsenal. Smackdown aired on a Thursday night on UPN, and a couple of days later over here on sky sports. I had to watch at my friends house, because my family couldn't afford sky TV, I have great memories of watching this show, so here are some of my favourite moments.

5 The Emergence Of The Tribal.

This. Was glorious. And a fresh reminder, that long lasting storytelling, can take the viewer on a journey, that can last a longtime. I acknowledge you Roman.

4. Edge vs Eddie Guererro.

This. Rivalry  was something special, some connections are made, some forced, and some are made naturally. This. Was the latter, and it was awesome.

3 Big Show And Brock Lesnar Destroying A Ring.

Two men caused a wrestling ring to implode, and it worked, because it was unpredictable. I have no words.

2 Mick Foley Loses It As The Commisioner.

Mick Foley, put. The Undertaker. The Rock. HHH. Stone Cold Steve Austin. Kurt Angle, and. Rikishi, in a Hell In A Cell Match, because he'd had enough of the grief, yeah that's right you tell'em Mick.

1 Stone Cold Steve Austin Blows Up The DX Express Bus.

It was the year 2000. Britney Spears was wrecking the charts. Slipknot were annoying parents, and scaring kids, and DX were hunting down Stone Cold Steve Austin. And when they found him, he blow up their favourite toy, their bus. This was all for the build for Backlash 2000 The Rock vs HHH WWF Championship Match. I loved this. It's one of my favourite WWF segments ever.


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      My Top 5 Smackdown Moments.

     Intro.

In 1990 the WWF ventured further up in the TV landscape, by adding a second show to its weekly arsenal. Smackdown aired on a Thursday night on UPN, and a couple of days later over here on sky sports. I had to watch at my friends house, because my family couldn't afford sky TV, I have great memories of watching this show, so here are some of my favourite moments.

5 The Emergence Of The Tribal.

This. Was glorious. And a fresh reminder, that long lasting storytelling, can take the viewer on a journey, that can last a longtime. I acknowledge you Roman.

4. Edge vs Eddie Guererro.

This. Rivalry  was something special, some connections are made, some forced, and some are made naturally. This. Was the latter, and it was awesome.

3 Big Show And Brock Lesnar Destroying A Ring.

Two men caused a wrestling ring to implode, and it worked, because it was unpredictable. I have no words.

2 Mick Foley Loses It As The Commisioner.

Mick Foley, put. The Undertaker. The Rock. HHH. Stone Cold Steve Austin. Kurt Angle, and. Rikishi, in a Hell In A Cell Match, because he'd had enough of the grief, yeah that's right you tell'em Mick.

1 Stone Cold Steve Austin Blows Up The DX Express Bus.

It was the year 2000. Britney Spears was wrecking the charts. Slipknot were annoying parents, and scaring kids, and DX were hunting down Stone Cold Steve Austin. And when they found him, he blow up their favourite toy, their bus. This was all for the build for Backlash 2000 The Rock vs HHH WWF Championship Match. I loved this. It's one of my favourite WWF segments ever.

 WWE Monday Night Raw Review 10.12.2024

     Intro.

Over the past few weeks, I have been feeling the glow of Nostalgia. Saturday Nights Main Event, and all its build, has been a trip back in time for me. As a fan of this industry, for over thirty years. I Remember watching dodgy videotapes of these shows, when I was a kid, and, yeah, this is giving me all the feels. Saturday Night ( well morning if you live in the UK ) I will be chomping down on sweets, and watching some wrestling, like I did, when I was a kid. Oh the memories.

Nothing But Skyline.

This opening segment, made me feel like Jasper from The Simpsons, because, so many superstars showed up, and all we got was the skyline.

Gunther Segment.

Gunther started off the show. He came to the ring, and cut a promo on Finn Balor, he said that Balor has caused him grief, and it was a mistake for him, to face him. Finn then came out, and put shade on everything that happened at Survivor Series, but he flipped reversed the script, and said that he will become the new Champion. Gunther shot back at him, and said that he doesn't deserve to be champion, and said that any respect that he once had for Finn, has faded away, because he played second fiddle to Damien Priest, whilst hiding in his Sons Of Anarchy knock off clubhouse, looking down on everyone. Gunther said that he's only had respect for Finn for one night, and that was when he became champion, which didn't last long, because he's not on Gunthers level. The Judgement Day then attacked Gunther, and. Damien Priest made the save. Gunther was taken out, and, allowing. The Judgement Day to feast on Priest. Adam Pearce, told Finn later on, that Next week, he and. JD will defend their Tag Team Championships, against. The War Raiders, and his Match against Gunther is now a threeway Match, because. Damien Priest, has been added to the mix. I liked this, for what it was. I just want Gunther, and. Priest to be moved as far away from The Judgement Day as possible. This feud has reached its peak.

The Wyatt Sick vs The Final Testement.

I thought this was a lot of fun. The Match was what it was, a fun escape from reality. The Final Testement got the win, when Karrion Kross pinned Uncle Howdy, thanks to Paul Ellering, and a load of white powder.

Cm Punk Segment.

This. Was the best thing on the hole show. He sat down with Jackie Redmond, he kept quiet on the favour he's got with Paul Heyman, and didn't shy away from his history with Seth Rollins, from training him, to shielding him from getting fired. I loved this.

Dakota Kai vs Liv Morgan.

Liv Morgan, beat. Dakota Kai, in a flat TV Match. The rest of Damage Ctrl saved Kai from a beat down from the PFC. 

Drew Mcintyre Segment

I loved this segment. From personal issues, the lying ramifications, of dealing with those that help The Bloodline, to putting over the harsh realities of the Hell In A Cell stipulation. I loved this.

Cody Rhodes Segment.

Cody Rhodes was seen, coming out of Adam Pearce's office, when he bumped into The New Day, he put both Kofi, and Xavier on blast, saying that they should be ashamed of themselves. Ok Cody. Hypocrite much.

Seth Rollins Segment.

This. Was the second best segment of the night. Seth came out looking like a leather clad peacock, he answers Punk perfectly, from earlier. He calls Punk a liar, whilst talking the truth about Punk, from the time he left the company, to the road that he took to get back to WWE, that included a pitstop making someone fear for their life, and how he has burnt those bridges down. And only came back for cash. He wants to be better than Cm Punk. Sami Zayn then came out, and both men had an apologetic promo dual, with reflections, that were told with the truth. Sami then said that he had spoken to Adam Pearce, and he has told Sami that he will face Drew Mcintyre, at Saturday Night Main Event. I liked this.

Zelina Vega vs Ivy Nile vs Lyra Valkyria Womens Intercontinental Championship Tournament.

Lyra Valkyria, beat both. Zelina Vega, and Ivy Nile, in a flat, and boring Tournament Match. She advances to the Semi-Finals of the tournament.

The New Day Segment.

From Kofi, and Xavier, treating a cameraman like dirt, to getting boo'd out of the building, after they tried to explain their actions for last week. I loved this segment.

Rhea Ripley vs Raquel Rodriguez Anything Goes Match.

I liked this. From both ladies having fun with steelchairs, and kendo sticks, both ladies fighting across the arena, from the outset. Liv Morgan made a cameo, but she was made to eat steal. Iyo Sky, came out, and dealt with Liv. Rhea got the win, when she put Raquel through a table, with a riptide.

Overview Of Monday Night Raw.

With the move to Netflix, coming around the corner. It's important that HHH's creative stays as sharp as it is. I can understand that not everyone likes the way that HHH has cooked up these plot developments, but from an overall business sense. He's pulled the company back to something, that resembles the promiseland, and this is why it's important for the company, to continue down this road that they travelling down.

This Weeks Monday Night Raw is a high 7/10.

My Top 5 The Rock Matches.

Intro.

What can I say about this megastar, who shaped my childhood. I'm not going to lie, this one was a bit difficult, becauise from the age of 10. I smelt what this man was cooking. Golden memories.

5 The Rock vs Mankind I Quit Match WWF Championship.

11 year old me loved this Match. I've always been a massive Mick Foley fan, and I loved the great one, in his heel persona. This Match is a bloodstained reminder, that comedy, and violence were key ingridients, to the Attitude Era's success, and it was glourious.

4 The Rock vs HHH Backlash 2000.

Agh yes. The early 2000's. The peak of my childhood wrestling fandom. HHH, and. The Rock had some great Matches during this time, but this Match was my favourite. Plus it had the return of Stone Cold Steve Austin, so yeah, this left 12 year old Patrick O'malley very happy.

3 The Rock vs Kurt Angle No Way Out 2001.

I'm a big lover of Kurt Angle's, and this in my opinion was his best Match, next to him vs HBK, at. Mania 21, both of these guys, had one hell of a Match on this night. The Rock dethroned Kurt, and went on to face Stone Cold Steve Austin at Mania 17.

2 The Rock vs HHH Ladder Match WWF Intercontinental Championship Summerslam 1998.

I love this Match. It's by far the best WWF Ladder Match, from this time period. Go and check this out, you won't be disapointed.

1 The Rock vs Stone Cold Steve Austin Wrestlemania 17.

From the all round great physicality, the multiple chair shots, and a heel turn, that no one saw coming. Wrestlemania 17. So many memories.

My Top 5 Things I'm Looking Forward To When WWE Moves To Netflix.

Intro.

With the TV Landscape forever changing. It's important that Company's stay ahead of the curb, and. WWE are doing just this, as their move to Netflix, moves ever closer here in the UK, and beyond. Netflix have already started to show what will be coming over to their platform, as the WWE Network starts to wind down. I feel that this is the way that the world is heading, and it's nice to know that some of my favourite old school PPV's, and events, won't become lost media, for that I'm thankful, but it does raise the question, how much more will they be bringing over?

5 All The Main Shows And PLE's Becoming Free To View.

If you're a UK Customer to Netflix, and you're also a WWE fan, then you're going to be eating well, because all three main shows, and PLE's will be coming to the platform. I think this is a brave move, but a sensible one, but it's sad to see the fed come away from liniear TV in my country, because this all we knew.

4 The Video Libary So Is Looking Good.

Insurrextion 2000. Fully Loaded 1999, and a varied amount of other old school PPV's will becoming to the platform.

 3 Not Having To Pay For Premium Live Events.

Even though I had access to the WWE Network. I used to pay to watch live events, because the live broadcast would be better quality. This is now going to be a thing of the past, well at least for some markets.

2. The Outreach.

With the availibility of Netflix, on a global level, becoming something that all fans have never experienced, i'm excited to see how this all unfolds.

1 Just Think What This Could For The Sporting Industry.

When you think about it. This Is a Landmark deal, just think what It could do for the sports industry as a hole.

Friday Night Smackdown Review.

Intro.

This past Friday. I decided to check out Netflix, and guess what, they've got me sorted, because, the fed, now has it's own section, so now my mum can access WWE content. I'm going to annoy her badly, and my dog jane will be made to acknowledge me, as her Tribal Chief. Things are going to be great, when January 6th rolls around.

Informed of Injuries.

Michael Cole, and. Corey Graves, told fans how serious the injuries to. Tonga Loa. Jimmy Uso, and. Big Bronson Reed are, and all I have to say is this. Ouch, all of these look painful.

Superstars Seen Showing Up.

The Street Profits. The Motorcity Machine Gunns, and a pissed off Temu Bloodline, were all seen showing up, Jakub Fatu, then wrecked everyone in sight. Later on The Street Profits, were found, after taking a beating. Johnny Gargano then managed to put DIY in the fold, with the Motorcity Machine Gunns, agreeing to this.

Cody Rhodes Segment.

I liked this. Cody came out, and he basked in the fans admiration, he said that it's an honour to be part of Saturday Nights Main Event, that was until Chad Gable, and his American Made crew came out. Both men had a great promo dual. From the overshadowing themes of hypocrisy, and backstabbing, and referencing Shorty G, and Goldust. Cody told Chad to go and find Nick Aldis, and get him to sign off on this. Cody said that he's got Kevin Owens on his mind, and that's not great for Chad.

Bianca Belair Segment.

After wishing her traitor friend Naomi luck in her following Match. Chelsea Green, and. Piper Niven, stepped into frame, and runned their mouths, and attacked Bianca, this would later on backfire on the pair.

Womens United States Championship.

Tiffany Stratton, beat. Naomi, and. Elektra Lopez, in a solid 3 way Match, to advance into the Semi-Finals of the tournament. I liked this.

Bianca Belair vs Piper Niven.

Bianca Belair, beat. Piper Niven, in a solid TV Match. Chelsea got made to look stupid, when Piper was kod onto her for the finish.

Shinsuke Nakamura Segment.

I hated this segment. It ran like a long promotrain. LA Knight got his words in. Andrade got his words in, and The Temu Bloodline got there licks in, this segment ended in a big predictable brawl. Solo tried to the fans to acknowledge him, but this backfired as the fans chanted OTC in unison. This. Was garbage. Shinsuke didn't say a word. 

Kevin Owens Message.

Kevin Owens sent in a Message from his renta car, saying that he doesn't want to do an interview with Michael from inside the arena, so he asked him to come to him.

Motorcity Machine Gunns vs DIY WWE Tag Team Championships.

From the physicality, being performed with an ease, to a floundering friendsahip, turning into a ha ha we tricked you heel turn. DIY are heels now, and are new WWE Tag Team Champions. See people it's true, nice guys don't finish last. I liked this.

Michael Interviews Kevin Owens.

I can't praise this segment enough, all I have to say is, you need to see this, because it's surreal. Awesome, but surreal.

Carmelo Hayes Segment.

Are WWE teasing a Match between Gunther, and. Carmelo Hayes. I think so.

Cody Rhodes vs Chad Gable.

I liked this, whilst I do have to air some concerns. The physicality was great, and Cody got the win. Ko came out and attacked Cody in the aftermath leading, to a pull apart brawl, now the concern. Chad Gable, please remove the diving headbutt from your arsenal. It has far worse conitations than you might think. Harley Race did this move for years, and badly injured his neck. The Dynamite Kid did this move for years, and he ended up in a wheelchair, and don't get me started on the monster.

 Overview Of Friday Night Smackdown.

Overall this was a decent edition of weekly TV, as the standard TV grind for WWE slowly comes to an end, fan anticipation is starting to grow over here in the UK, as the Netflix deal starts to come into effect. I feeling excited about this move, and I never thought I would. These are exciting times, and with the standard of WWE's TV getting better, it's never been a better time to get well fed.

My Top 5 Moments In Pro Wrestling That Shaped My Fandom.

      Intro.

Ok were going to go way back for this list people. I mean waaaaay back, because were going to my childhood. So sit back, and enjoy.

5 The Montreal Screwjob.

This. Was. When my fandom wake up and take notice, of higher powers, not having a moral compass. I was always a Bret guy, and not a big WCW fan at this point. This gave birth to a time in history, that I took a lot of enjoyment out of, However nowadays the attitude era, has aged like milk under the sun.

4 HHH vs Cactus Jack Rivalry.

Agh yes, the early noughties WWF. Sunday Night Heat, being shoved around the weekly TV Schedule on Channel 4, here in the UK, PPV's becoming more easy to access, if you didn't have Sky TV, and then there was HHH vs Cactus Jack. I loved this rivalry, because it takes me back to a time that was, much more simpler.

3 The Rise of TNA.

I have so many great memories going to TNA shows, when they would annually make the trek to these shores. Agh yes so many memories. Me shaking hands with Dixie Carter. ( good ) Shaking hands with Bully Ray. (ugh) And of course, there's me shaking hands with Hulk Hogan. ( I have no words )

2 Watching The Downfall Of WCW.

The downfall of a company is never an easy thing to cover, and watching this unfold in the media wasn't easy, because peoples lives were impacted, and there wasn't a clear way for the industry to come through this hole, as a fan at the time, this was an emotional watch, and my feelings towards it hasn't changed.

1 The Rock.

If ya smeeeeeeeeeeelllll what The Rock is cookin, yes I smelt what he was cooking, and it was glorious, from his promos, to his insults, and his segments with Jonathan Coachman. Barry Manilow anyone. I love this man.

 

AEW Dynamite Review 5.12.2024.

        Intro

With the year coming to an end. Controversy has reared its ugly head again for Tony Khan, and his little promotion that can. Last night allegations surfaced, from Ryan Nemmeth, stating that he suffered mental harrassment, and bullying at the hands of Cm Punk, When he was in the company. I don't know all the facts, so I'm just going to say this. I don't Condone bullying in any form.

Shelton Benjamin vs Kyle Fletcher Continental Classic.

This. Was. A sublime measure of great in ring work, and a perfect mesh of styles, that was counteracted into a head on car wreck. This had fans on their feet, and the near falls fell into place, and bled into the Match. Fletcher got the win, by being a cheating little weisel. I liked all of this. MVP was pissed after this, and a poor production guy, got battered as a result.

Hook Segment.

Hook came out, and said that he wasn't interested in facing Nick wayne, because he wants to face his Daddy. So he challenged Christian to a Match when Dynamite goes to the Hammerstein Ballroom. Cage came out onto the stage, whilst Nick Wayne, and. Kip Sabian, attacked Hook, allowing Daddy to give him a steel chair concerto. I didn't like this. It felt a bit contrived.

Mercedes Mone Segment.

Renee Paquette tried to get a word with Mercedes Mone, and, this went as well as it could've gone, she acted like a blazay diva, and said that she's done with Camille, and she'll be watching Anna Jays match against Penelope Ford later on.

Dynamite Dozen Battle Royal.

I'm not a big fan of TV Battle Royals, and this one was no differant. It felt rushed, and very predictable. Adam Cole, and. Kyle O'reilly, won, and will face each other next week, at. Dynamite Winter is Coming. MJF laughed his ass off, and put shame on Adam, calling out his hypocrisy. This storyline hasn't hit with me.

Julia Hart Segment.

Ok i'm getting a sick of this. Just return already Julia, because this is getting stupid. 

The Acclaimed Segment And Max Castor vs Swerve Strickland.

Everything isn't ok with The Acclaimed, no one likes to see their parents fight. Max then got his ass handed to him by Swerve Strickland, because. Swerve battered him, and then came back  for some more, and gave him another stomp, after the Match had finished. I liked this.

Jay White vs Pac.

This. Was. A, physical, storybased masterclass, complete with decent in-ring work. Yuta cost Pac the Match, and then it all kicked off. Mox took out White. Hangman Adam Page thought Mox. Jay White attacked Hangman, all whilst Christian Cage stood their with his contract. I liked this. Cassidy as a camera man choking out Mox, was class.

Chris Jericho Segment.

Chris Jericho advertised ROH, and. AEW tickets, as if their ticket sales aren't bad enough.

Anna Jay vs Penelope Ford.

Anna Jay, beat. Penelope Ford in a solid TV Match, and then called out Mercedes Mone. This brought out the C.E.O, who said that Anna has no chance of gaining her TBS Championship, and she should come back in ten years, when she's done something worth while in the industry, this caused Anna to give Mercedes the five fingers to the face move. I thought this was decent.

Marieh May Sit Down.

I didn't like this. It felt forced, and badly put together. I hated all of this. Renee Paquette sold Marieh, and. Mina's altercation perfectly.

 Brody King vs Claudio Castagnoli Continental Classic.

I liked this. The in-ring work was excellent, and it never let up, throughout its entirity. Claudio got the win, in an excellent TV Match.

Overview of this weeks AEW Dynamite.

I don't know what to think of this weeks Dynamite. The in-ring work went from good to great, but the promos were all over the place.

This weeks AEW Dynamite is mid 7/10.

 

My Top 5 Most Heartbreaking Moments In Wrtestling.

         Intro. 

Having just watched Monday Night Raw, abd still getting all the feels, and emotional lows of the New Day 10th Aniversary. This inspired me to write a list, about the moments, that make you cry, with laughter, whilst the tears are starting to form.

5 I'm Sorry. I Love You.

Wrestlemania 24. is a Mania that will always go down for one thing. Shawn Michaels uttering these beautiful words, as he turned out the lights on the Nature Boys career. ( Or so we thought ) But it was Ric's farewell speech the night after on Monday Night Raw, that left me feeling overwhelmed, with a mixture of feelings. Even though nowadays I'm not the biggest fan of Flairs, due to accusations that have surfaced since the Plain Ride From Hell episode of. Darkside Of The Ring, but in his day. Flair was the man.

4. The Montreal Screwjob.

This moment speaks for itself. As a ten year old fan. I don't think i've ever cried so much. This might be the most overhyped moment in Pro Wrestling history, but as a young fan. I felt like my world was falling apart. I was a Bret guy, and I still am to this very day.

3. Eddie Guererro's passing.

Man this was a difficult one. He left us to soon. He was just 38 years old. He lied he cheated, and he stole fans.

2. The Heartbreak Kid Breaks Up The Rockers.

This Barbershop segment is infamous. I watched this years after it happened, and the only thing that went through my mind was. I would feel gutted if I watched as a kid.

1 The Death Of Owen Hart.

This. Was. More than difficult. This. Was inhuman. No wrestling show should ever come above human life.  

My Top 5 New Day Moments.

Oh Extremewrestlingreviews1.blogspot.com don't you dare be sour, clap for my top 5 favourite New Day moments, and feel the power. And clap for your boys The New Day.

5 The Old Day.

Yeah, this was pretty terrible, but it was so bad, that it was good, in my opinion.

4 The New Christmas Ads.

Agh yes, christmas, nothing gets me more excited about this time of year, than these guys, shoving an Undertaker beanie, and phonecase, into my TV screen. I bought my mum an undertaker beanie for christmas one year, and yeah, the results weren't great.

3 The New vs The Uso's Hell In a Cell 2017.

This is, low key one of my favourite Hell In A Cell Matches. If you've never seen this match, then check it out on the network, because it's awesome.

2 Big E Wins The WWE Championship.

Monday Night Raw, over its thirty year history, has had some unforgettable moments, but this one is an underrated gem. Big E, beating. Bobby Lashley, and. Roman Reigns, to become the WWE Champion. Given the fact that WWE hasn't had many African American Champions, this to me is a milestone, that needs to celebrated a lot more, than what it is.

1 Kofi Mania.

This. Was. A true Wrestlemania moment, that will live on, long in all fans memories. Kofi Kingston, beat. Daniel Bryan, to become the WWE champion, after fan backlash, derailed WWE's creative. The power of positivity is a real thing folks. 

 WWE Survivor Series 2024 Review 2024.

Intro.

With the hindsight of tradition, getting a new facelift over the past few years, from the poorly conceived era of brand warfare bragging rights, to what we see now, all out carnage, as hardened, and well crafted storytelling, has become the norm. These days, are here to stay, and it's great to see.

Superstars Seen Showing Up.

All four Wargames teams were seen showing up to the arena, as was LA Knight.

The Ladies Wargames Match.

Team Babyface, that comprised of Bianca Belair. Naomi. Bayley. Rhea Ripley, and. Iyo Sky, beat. Team heel. Liv Morgan. Raquel Rodriguez. Candace Lerae. Nia Jax, and. Tiffany Stratton. I liked this, even though it took a while to get going, when it did, the matches within the match, were an interesting sight. What we got here was weapon induced plunder, that was a lot of fun to watch. From Liv Battering Rhea with her baseball bat, whilst team heel held Rhea. Iyo Sky, and. Candace Lerae, then tried to out do each other, by moonsaulting off the top off the cage, complete with Iyo wearing a bin on her head. Nia Jax got put through a table, courtesy of Bianca Belair, and. Naomi. Tiffany Stratton teased another cash in, when Jax, and. Morgan, were taken out. Rhea got the win for her team, by giving Liv Morgan a riptide through a table. I liked this.

LA Knight vs Shinsuke Nakamura United States Championship.

I didn't like this, everything from, Nakamura's presentation, to the fact that this Match, failed to shift into second gear. This. Was a poor outing for both men. Shinsuke hit the kinchasa on Knight, to become the new United States Championship.

True Classic Advert.

This, given what is going on with He Who Shall Not Be Named, this was highly inapropriate, that's all i'm going to say.

Sheamus vs Bron Breakker vs Ludwig Kaiser Intercontinental Championship.

I liked this. From Breakker acting like a flying machine, the good physicality, and chemistry, that allowed all three men to have energetic bursts. The near falls made sense, and were well timed, but the final exchange, saw the finish, when Bron sphered Sheamus, to retain his Intercontinental Championship.

Gunther vs Damien Priest WWE World Heavyweight Championship.

I liked this. Gunthers selling within the storyline of the Match was excellent. Priest sold the impact of his injury, and both these occasions, echoed the sentiments of the physicality. This split the fans down the middle. The final exchange was an interference induced flaw of predictibility, when Finn Balor got involved. Gunther took care of Finn, and then gave Priest a Powerbomb, and choked him out, to retain his championship. Yes, this was predictible, and it means that The Judgement day midcard vortex continues, but the match delivered in my opinion.

Mens Wargames Match. Team OG Bloodline With Cm Punk vs The New Bloodline With Bronson Reed.

I love this Match, from Sami Zayn embracing the canadian fans. Cm Punk poking the cage of The New Bloodline. Roman and Punk staring each other down, potentially teasing something for the future me thinks? On this night, what we got was a storybased fun ride, driven by superd physiclaity, and insyncrosity. Romans grooming side came back into effect, and it moulded into one of the Matches vital elements of it's story, his lack of trust towards Cm Punk. Jakub Fatu had a great showing in this Match, giving this occasion a sense of unpredictability, as he no sold mulitiple moments. Upon his arrival. Roman took everyone out, after he gained entry to the cage, after Solo locked him out. And then it happened. Wargames was upon us, and Paul Heyman, got Roman, and Punk, to work together. Punk saved Roman, from taking a tsunami from Bronson Reed, who had taken flight from the top of the cage, the near falls led to Jimmy Uso topping what Bronson, by giving Jakub, an Uso splash from off of the cage. This led to Solo becoming Isolated, this allowed The OG Bloodline, to feed on him, like a pack of hyenas. Roman gave Solo a Sphere to get the win. This has, left me feeling excited for what is to come over the next few months, from a storytelling point of view. The OG Bloodline stood tall, with there ones in the air, whilst after having a minor conversation with Paul Heyman, Punk just did his go to sleep motion. I'm excited to see HHH takes this story next.

Overview Of WWE Survivor Series 2024.

This PLE event, left me excited for the future of The Bloodline, and even though the rest of the card went from good to great, and there wasn't a Dwayne insight, this was a noteworthy show, that delivered on it's promise. If you want entertainment, with excitement, and hope, then you got it.

WWE Survivor Series Wargames 2024 is a solid 8/10.