AEW Grandslam Mexico Review. 19.6.2025.

Oversight Of The Show.

AEW shines on a night of real prevelence on their Debut at the Grand Arena in Mexico.

Intro.

As the year has rolled on, AEW's mark on the Pro Wrestling atlas has grown over time, are they a perfect company, well no, but they've put their best foot forward, and have made their stance known again, with a perfect balance of Keyfabe, and solid in-ring work. AEW has carved it's way into international markets, and on the balance of last night I can't wait to see where they go next.

Hangman Adam Page Segment.

I'm just going to be honoured. I don't understand the spanish language, but I do understand the character of Hangman. I liked this.

14 Man Tag Team Match.

This was a superb blend of styles, that saw Team Babyface that reprised of The Atlantis family. Daniel Garcia. Adam Cole. Brody King, and. Babdido, beat. The Don Callis family. Hechicero, and. dax Harwood in what was a solid bout. But their was a cloud hanging over it's head, and that was the absense of Cash Wheeler. I'm not sure why this is, but I think this could be because of his arrest a couple of years, in which he was rumoured to have pulled a gun on someone from his car, this could explain his absense. This isn't fact, it's just my opinion.

Mark Briscoe vs Kazuchika Okada.

This was a fascinating reminder of just how great these two are. it played into both their history in Mexico as Okada was welcomed like a hero, as emotion played  into seeing Mark wrestle, because one of the last times he was there, he was acompanied by his brother Jay, who past away 2 and a half years ago. The physicality was a solid look at how a lofi Match should be worked. Okada got the won with a rainmaker. Okada and his new family, beat down Briscoe in the aftermath. I liked this. Both men were respected by the fans in attendence, which I thought was a nice show of respect.

MJF vs Mistico.

Were do I begin with this. Should I start with how much Mexican fans showed pure distain towards Max, Maybe I should start how The Hurt Syndicate showed their dominance, when attacking Mexico's favourite son, or should I talk about the low blow that got this Match thrown out, that lead to Max humiliating Mistico, this was perfect, and a lot of fun to Watch. After the show was finished, it has been reported that a fan went to the talent hotel, and attacked Max. Mjf was seen to have laughed it off, but it does raise the question about the Security of wrestlers. I get this part of Max's character, but this could've been so much worse.

4 Million Paso 4 Way.

Hologram, beat. Ricochet. Lio Rush, and. Mascara Dorada in what was a fantastic tv match, that gave time to each man time to let their history with this country bleed out, within the confines of this 13 minute tv match.

Zeuxis vs Mercedes Mone CMLL Womens Championship.

The fans here were a bit lapsed when it came to this match. I understand why, yes it brings up the flaws within AEW's system, but when you take in everything that has happened on this broadcast in within the 100 minutes that had come before it, you could argue that fan exhaustion may have played a part on this night. Mercedes got the win to become the new CMLL Womens Champion. But that wasn't the end of the night for Mercedes, because a video played in the arena, it was a french film noir piece from Toni Storm, and in a guest staring role Mina Shirakowa was a distraction piece, because Toni appeared from behind Mercedes, and suplexed her, causing all of her Gold wear to go flying. The match was decent, whilst the ending angle was great.

Will Osperay. The Opps, and. Swerve Strickland vs Jon Moxley. Wheeler Yuta. The Beast Mortas, and. The Young Bucks.

This was your standard fast paced fun affair from start to finish, that allowed it's 30 minute time length to have time to breathe. The physicality put over the importance of what was happening in front of fans eyes, as the storylines that the match catered towards managed to elevate the existing rivlaries within it. Mox got the win, and then had a fight with Hangman Adam Page, which caused a malet of chaos as the show went of the air.

Overview Of AEW Grandslam Mexico.

This show acted as a solid reminder of where AEW can go, if they stay on the path that they're on. This was a great show, that proved, if you want to make history, then you have to move mountains, because nothing comes for free in life.

AEW Grandslam Mexico is a solid 8/10.

 My Top 5 Funniest Ariel Helwani Shut Downs.

Intro. 

Ariel Helwani has had an interesting time when covering the UFC, from pissing off fighters, to even getting banned by the promotion, he's truly ruffled, and cried into a lot of feathers, so lets take a look at some of the moments when he angered fighters.

5. Ariel Helwani vs Tito Ortiz.

If you had one question to ask the Huntington Beach Bad Boy, what would it be? Ariel in the early days of him covering the UFC asked Tito Ortiz what made him want to turn nice? And he said this. I don't like you, so i'm not answering.

4. Michael Bisping vs Ariel Helwani.

The Count has no time for Ariel, as their has been many moments in which Bisping has called him out on his Youtube Channel.

3. Ariel Helwani vs Jason Mayhem Miller.

Please check this out, because oh my, this is absolutely hilarious, because this could've gone south very quickly.

2. Ariel Helwani vs James Toney.

I think this was one of those moments in which I wanted Toney to smash this guy, because it would've looked like the school bully, beating up a nerd.

1. Dana White vs Ariel Helwani.

These guys have an entire ocean of hate between them, so to cover it here would take ages of my life, so all I will say is this. I would hate to be stuck in a room with these two, because one would get irate, whilst the other cried in a corner.

My Top 5 Favourite Snack Combos For Watching AEW.

Intro.

You guys know me, and you know that I love food, and I love Pro wrestling, and over the past few weeks my pallet has grown with my waistline, whilst watching AEW, so this gave me the idea to do my next food list, so heres goes nothing. 

5. MnMs Mini Cookies, And Malteasers.

In the words of guy Fieri. This combo is money, and absolutely awesome. Give the cookies a go.

4. Beer And Walkers Honey Roasted Peanuts.

I don't think you can go with Peanuts can, and if you throw in a cold one your laughing.

3. Crisps.

Crisps. Crisps. Crisps. Ready Salted, and cheese and oninon yes please. I just love crisps.

2. Sausage Rolls And Dorritos.

Ok before you judge me, hear me out. This combination actually works, and let me tell you, that in the words of Ned Flanders this is scrumdidilyumcious.

1. Breakfast Food.

Because when I review AEW Dynamite it's about 7am on a Thursday Morning. I need Breakfast food, Poptarts. Cereal bars, or if i'm feeling very naughty a doughnut.

 My Top 5 Insights From UFC Fight Night Usman vs Buckley.

Oversight.

As the Summer Rolls on Atlanta proves to be one of the best UFC crowds this year.

5. Alonzo Menified May Have Got The Win, But it was Oumar Sy, who takes Home The Respect.

Was this the most gratifying fight to ever grace the octagon? well no, but this was a solid bout that proved how far we have come in the terms of acceptence. Oumar is a French Fighter. MMA was banned in the country, and has only been allowed to be aired on TV for the past ten years, this means fighters could train but not take part. Menifield got the win.

4. Winning Causes Confusion.

Mansoor Abdul Malik, beat. Cody Brundage,by TKO, or did he. From what it looked like. Mansoor hit Brundage with a body shot, but it was an accidental headbutt. This was heavily delibertated amongst the Judges at cageside, to the point that the fans watching at home were left wondering, what's going on. Brendan Fitzgerald got the word of how the decision came to be, and it left me feeling a bit confused.

3. Raoni Barcelos Beats Cody Garbrandt.

I've seen some fans say online say that Cody showed great heart, and he did, but this was a hard fight to watch, because this fight was boring. Raoni got the win.

2. She's Back.

The Thug is back baby. Rose Namajunas, beat. Miranda Maverick in what was a solid performance.

1. All Hail The Nigerian Nightmare.

Kamaru Usman, beat. Jaquin Buckley, in what was an absolute all out war, that came complete with some rather fruity language.

 My Top 5 Insights From This Weeks WWE Friday Night Smackdown.

Intro.

I sat down last night, and watched this show, after a long day at my day Job, and the only word that came to my mind was, huh. This weeks Friday Night Smackdown was a thing wasn't it.

5. John Cena Segment.

Try and watch this after a long day at work, I dare you, because this was a flat promotrain, featuring LA Knight. Cody Rhodes, and. Randy Orton, and of course Big Evil John, and guess what? They all want the evil ones belt. Thank god for R Truth, who put a stop to this drivel, when he attacked Cena. Man this was bad. Not so good Al

4. LA Knight vs Carmelo Hayes vs Randy Orton vs Alistair Black Mens King Of The Ring Qualifier.

This was a flat outing, that saw Randy Orton took full advantage of some slow to moderate pacing, to get the win.

3. Jacob Fatu Is The Man.

I have no other words than Jacob Fatu is the man. I mean just look at him, this guy is money.

2. Queen Of The Ring Qualifier Piper Niven vs Michin vs Nia Jax vs Jade Cargill.

Jade Cargill got the win, in what was another lifeless encounter on this show. I was bored watching this.

1. John Cena and Cm Punk Segment.

Now this was much better, both of these guys have great chemistry, and this promo was solid gold. R Truth attacked Big Evil John again, and will now face Big Evil one next week.

 My Top 5 AEW Dynamite Moments.

Intro.

With AEW Dynamite 300 coming down the line in july. This got me thinking, what are some of AEW's flagship shows best moments. I mean their are so many moments to chose from.

5. Penta vs Kenny Omega.

AEW wasn't even a year old at this point, and they were already putting on bangers like this.

4. Bryan Danielson vs Hangman Adam Page Iron Man Match.

If you've never seen this Match, then I urge you to seek it out, because was simply majestic.

3. Elite And Hangman Adam Page Saga.

This whole storyline was a beautifully conceived masterpiece, that is one of the best storylines I have seen put together by a North American Pro Wrestling company. Enough said.

2. Bryan Danielsaon vs Kenny Omega.

When Aew ventured into New York city for the first time, the odds of being a new company on the block was something that Tony Khans gang of toys might have found daunting, but on this night, magic happened, because you need to see this Match.

1. Cm Punk vs MJF.

This is yet another longterm story, that had one of the best Pro Wrestling Matches that I have ever seen.

My Top 5 UFC Moments That Went Too far. 

Intro.

As time has gone by, The art of what is seen as acceptable has been brought into question. UFC hasn't been able to escape this. Multiple aspects of how the promotion has handled itself over the years has been, held over with scrutiny, so I decided to take a look at the moments that left me feeling a bit uneasy.

5. Julian Lane's Ultimate Fighter Run.

Season 16 of The Ultimate Fighter saw Shane Carwin, and. Roy Big Country Nelson, guide a group of aspiring Welterweights, as they competed on opposite teams, aiming to win a UFC contract, among those hopefuls was Julian Lane. His rant has become the stuff of meme legend, but when you big beneath the surface. I don't think he should've been on the show. He clearly had issues, and it was evident for all to see. This is why I feel that safeguarding is so important in the entertainment industry. Fighters are human beings, and not animals.

4. Fights In The Ultimate Fighter House.

The UFC's flagship show is one of the main courses for drama, bullying, and of course fights, when these fights happen in the house, then questions need to be answered. Why has been allowed to be broadcasted on national TV, when in the infant days of the company, they were trying to build their brand. Noah, and Waylon from season 5, and. Charlie vs Tony, from season 13 both come to mind.

3. Bethe Correia.

I can't condone someone bringing up another persons personal tragedy, in order to sell a fight, this is what happened in the build up to UFC 190. Suicide isn't something to be made fun of.

2. Colby Covington.

This guy is a walking talking trash bag, we all love him. Oh just me then. Colby has managed to anger a load of people over the years, but it was his rivalry with Jorge Masvidal, that changed the game, because he pretty much offended everyone.

1. Moving an entire PPV So That Jon Jones Could Fight.

2019 was a good year for the Vegas outlet, the only thing is, they pissed off a load of fans, when they moved UFC 232. This was rumoured so they could get around a Usada ruling surrounding a drug test abnormality when it Jones spiked for a banned substance. I understand that money of all that is evil, but this was a bit much if you ask me.

My Top 5 Takeaways From AEW Summer Blockbuster Dynamite.

5. Mistico And Everything Else.

Even though this did take up a good chunk of time. I enjoyed all of it, and everything else that came with this segment, complete with  both Matches. Blake Christian proved that he's a game competitor in defeat. MJF bringing back his Uncle Sam Gimmick, that makes him look like a mixture between. Apollo Creed, and. Kenny Powers, to him releasing Delorada's mask in the final outcome when The Hurt Syndicate beat. Speedball Mike Bailey. Mascara Delorada, and. Kevin Knight, in what was a solid TV Match was all well put together.

4. Man In A Ricky Martin T Shirt.

Shout out to this guy who was at ringside wearing a Ricky Martin t shirt because I think he's brave wearing that to a Pro Wrestling show. Private Emotion is a tune though. ( Says the Metallica Fan )

3. Hangman Adam Page Segment.

I wasn't a fan of this. The Deathriders, put a beating on Hangman, and Mox cut a Promo on him, and at this point all I have to say is who cares. Hangman thought back later on thanks to The Opps.

2. Will Osperay vs Swerve Strickland.

This was a flawless exhibition, that became a fascinating study in contrast. Will is the man who's on the rise, whilst Swerve is the former Champion who's trying to scratch his way back to the top. This became the backdrop to what was a fantastic opening Match. If you watch any Match from this broadcast, then I urge to check this out. It may have ended in a Time Limit draw, and some sneaker fun from The Young Bucks causing Will to save his friend.  But this was excellent. The Deathriders kicked off their episode long storythread. Oh Joy.

1. Kenny Omega And Kazuchika Okada Contract Signing.

All of this, was pure simplicity Pro Wrestling booking at it's best. The Video package that told the story of their rivalry was sensational, and their verbalage in the main segment made sense. Don Callis came out, and helped Okada deliver his own sense of Law And Order to Kenny's mid section. Even though I don't think that any words should've used. This was still awesome as it had the fans on their feet, oh and that belt looks Lovely.

 

My Top 5 Times In UFC History When Training Partners Became Bitter Enemies.

Intro.

The balance of I love, I hate you, hasn't always been balanced very well, especially when it comes to the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Professional respect can turn into jealousy, and hard passion, can turn into hatetred, and sometimes it can start from the grass roots of the sport. The training gym.

5. Chuck liddell And Tito Ortiz.

This is a topic that I have covered multiple times before, but it's needed. These guys were managed by Dana white before he was brought in by Zuffa to promote fights as the president of the UFC, infact this is how Zuffa got hold of the company after Dana battled Bob Myerwitz over Tito's Contract. As time was biding on. Chuck and Tito's popularity was growing, They had trained together for some time up until this point, and then in the aftermath of when Chuck Beat Vitor belfort at UFC 29. Tito took to the mic, and said that their next. And after this Tito would go on and dodge Chuck for over 15 months. In the process of this Match Tito would lose his belt to Randy Couture. Oh and, one of the excuses that Tito made was the fact that he was making a movie. The Crow 3. Just stick to fighting Tito.

4. Jon Jones And Rashad Evans.

Most MMA Coaches believe more in the art of the fight, than team members not fighting team members. According to Rashad Evans this wasn't the case with his old trainer Greg Jackson. In some cases in sport, the athlete is used like a part of a conveyor belt, when one is passed up, along comes the next one. This is how the former Light Heavyweight Champion felt when Jon Jones started to elevate higher up the card. And then the unthinkable happened. Jon Jones was hand given a chance to fight for the Light Heavyweight Championship, this would cause a major rift between the pair, to turn into hatred. Jones would win the belt from Mauricio Shogun Hua at UFC 129, whilst rashad was out with a knee injury, and when their was already an issue, all of a sudden their was a tidal wave of mistrust.

3 Michael Bisping And Quinton Rampage Jackson.

I don't know how this started, but given the fact that at the time of when this was going down. Bisping had just left The Wolflair gym in Liverpool, on the back of him cutting ties with his ex manager. Now this is just my belief, and I could be wrong, but I get the feeling that this exploded after this happened. They seem to be cool nowadays.

2. Team Alpha Male.

This is what happens when third Parties get involved. The main echoe behind this when a team help a fighter reach his best, and then he leaves with that third party. Enter stage left Dwayne Bang Ludwig. Dwayne was brought in by Urijah Faber, and this proved to be a mistake. Dwayne become friends with TJ Dillashaw the then UFC Bantamweight Champion. Dwayne would leave Team Alpha Male, and TJ who at this time was splitting his time between Southern california, and. Denver Colarado, decided that he was going to go with Dwayne, this was when the rift became an avalanche of pure distain, that continued to the point when Cody Garbrandt faced against TJ, when they were both coaches on the Ultimate Fighter season 25 Redemption.

1. The Shamrocks.

This story is reminder of how family hurt, can never heel. The case of the Shamrocks is a complicated one, from bad training methods, to family betrayal. This really is a sad tale.

 

My Top 5 Takeaways From Monday Night Raw. 

Intro. 

Pro Wrestling has a nasty habit of stoking the fires, whether it's from a stance of hypocrisy, or a stance of loyalty, the industry has a nasty side, that resounds like turf a and surf food, it can chew up talent, and spit them out, as us fans rally to let their voices be heard. Pro Wrestling is always going to do what it thinks is best for business.

5. John Cena Segment.

I loved this segment. From the perfect fan split, to John delivering every hatefilled word with utter distain, that oozed out from every pour of his body. Bringing up the rehiring of Ron Killings, which the man answered back to this later on in this broadcast. He ignited hate within the fans due him shattering their belief system with his words. This was when Cm Punk saved the day. When we ask for Spiderman, we get the next best thing. Phil Brooks. He fired back on behalf of the fans. Punk challenged Cena to put his belt on the line, but John said Not tonight, instead if he wants the shot, then he's going to have to chase to Saudi Arabia. This was sensational, as it played on Punks belief system, but just as the air of hypocrisy started to fade away, out came Seth Rollins and his crew, to ad a sense of unpredictability to end the segment.

4. AJ Styles vs Chad Gable.

AJ Styles, beat. Chad Gable in a solid TV Match, that I could've watched another ten minutes of easily.

3. King And Queen Of The Ring Tournament Fatal 4 Ways.

These Matches were a real study in contrast. The womens Match saw Roxanne Perez, beat. Liv Morgan. Kairi Sane, and. Rhea ripley in what was a clunky at times, but watchable Match, whislt on the other hand. Sami Zayn, beat Bron Breakker. Dominik Mysterio, and. Penta, in a better TV Match, that had more of a solid flow to it.

2. I can Look But I Can't Touch.

I loved seeing Nikki Bella back in the fold. Her interaction with Liv Morgan showcased a lot of promise, and it's great to see her with some glow. Nikki hasn't had the best of times this year, so this was a special sight to see.

1. Jey Uso Was Robbed.

I didn't like this. Gunther, beat Jey Uso, to get back his WWE Heavyweight Championship. The Match was better than their Wrestlemania Match, but it's the fact that I don't think that Jey has been given a fair crack with the belt, and to see it go back onto Gunther so quickly, just doesn't seem fair to me. I'm a fan of both men, and this is just my opinion. I just feel that Jey deserves better. #JusticeforJey