AEW Dynamite Fight For The Fallen Review 2.1.2024.

         Intro.

It's 2025, and in this early stage of the year. It's nice to see the wrestling world show its heart, and soul. The area of Ashville in North Carolina, has gone through hell over the past year. From true hardships, to the ever growing show of support. This. Is wrestling in it's purest form.

       New Theme Song.

The Pointer Sisters song. I'm So Excited, is the new theme song for AEW Dynamite, and all I have to say, is that. I'm so excited. I'm so excited. I'm So Excited. I'm so scared. I LOVE YOU JESSIE SPANNO.

Mox Promo.

I loved this. It was visceral. And it was vital. Mox called out Adam Copeland, as he took us on a journey, from the start of AEW, through the pandemic era. to the current day, because as he stands, he wants to takeover the company. Rated FTR, answered this back, right afterwards.

Orange Cassidy vs Hangman Adam Page.

I liked this. The Match was a superb reminder of just how great these guys are. Their physicality was on point, and their chemistry was on another level. The near falls were great, and the final exchange saw. Hangman get the win, and attack Cassidy with two deadeyes. Christopher Daniels tried to intervine, but as a result, he got decked.

Jay White Segment.

Jay White, said that he will beat. Roderick Strong, and. Swerve Strickland, to advance to the Casino Gauntlet Battle Royal. Roderick Strong, and. Swerve answered this back later on, oh and. Happy New Year, to as well Nana.

The Acclaimed vs The Hurt Syndicate.

I didn't like this. The thread of seperation has been done to death, and if i'm honest i'm bored of it. The Match was flat in my opinion, and it never recovered. But at least we were treated to MVP on commentary. Max Castor was choked out by Bobby Lashley. The Hurt Syndicate got the win.

Jamie Hayter vs Julia Hart.

I liked this Match, but. I just feel that there was something. Hart got the win. I know it's a hot take. I just can't get my head around the fact there's something missing from this Match, in my opinion.

Kenny Omega Vingnette.

Kenny Omega is back. Sunday when he faces Gabe Kidd is going to be epic. I can't wait to see It.

Mercedes Mone Segment.

Mercedes Mone, then gas lit the fans, by showing the fans a video, of how great her year was. ( umm ok. She didn't have a great year in the ring ) And on Sunday she's coming for Mina shirakawa's RevPro Championship. I didn't like this segment.

Roderick Strong vs Swerve Strickland vs Jay White.

This. Was electric from the start, all three men managed to weave out a way, to get in their energetic bursts, which allowed the violence of the Match, to become the centrepiece. Ricochet, then became Ricochet Scissor Hands, when he busted open Swerve Strickland, this allowed White to hit Strong with his bladerunner finsher, for the win. Ricchet then continued his attack on Swerve, as the former champion, was left in a bloody mess.

Jeff Jarrett Segment.

This. Was. A stark reminder, that all good things must come to an end. This will be Jeff Jarretts final wrestling contract. He spoke with hope, and passion, as talked about growing up in the business, and how after when WCW folded, he decided to take a chance on himself. And if he's going out, then he wants AEW Gold, the main prize. If this is Jeffs swansong. then so be it. I will miss you mr Slapnuts.

Marieh May Segment.

Marieh May said that she wants the AEW Womens division, to prove themselves to her, if they want a shot at her Championship.

Hook Segment.

Hook called out Christian Cage. Alright i'm bored of this, just get on with it AEW.

Powerhouse Hobbs Match.

Powerhouse Hobbs wrecked a couple of Local Jobbers in a pointless TV Match.

MJF Segment.

In the words of Eminem, will the real MJF please stand up, oh wait he has. I liked this, as he called out Moxley.

Deathriders vs Rated FTR.

I liked this. from the insanity that we got at the end. The superb Matches within the Match, made for a great paradigm shift, as the physicality, and chemistry, from both teams allowed for a story to be told. Rated FTR, got the win after they hit a Shatter Machine, and a spear combo on Wheeler Yuta. Oh and hello Jay White.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite Fight For The Fallen.

With simulcast culture now in full effect, AEW have taken full advantage of how the market is working, and were the industry is heading. This was a decent broadcast, and has deepened my excitement as we head into 2025. Long may this continue.

AEW Dynamite Fight For The Fallen is a high 8/10.

 

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.