My Top 5 Thoughts From Monday Night Raw.

Intro.

Ok. I just have to agree with Cm Punk. Don't touch strangers who you've never met. The photos from fans that I have seen over the weekend that came from paris, were outright scary. Just because you like a wrestler it doesn't give you the right to act crazy and frighten them. I felt so bad for Rhea, and. Sheamus. I remember last year I attended AEW All In at Wembley Stadium, and the day before I travelled to Wembley so I can take in as much as possible, and the fans who were outside the hotel were very respectful to wrestlers. No means No people. In order to be human, we have to act human. It's really not that difficult.

5. Subdued Jey Uso.

I liked this. Jey didn't sound like he was in a very good moode. From the outset of his walk out, his energy was gone, and this was reflected in his promo. Gone are the days of his own family, and so are his chances of him holding the Heavyweight Championship. This brought out LA, Knight ( yeah ) and he was up for playing the blame game. He blamed Jey for everything that went wrong last night. This was when The Brons came out, and came across like a pair of school bullies, that used to nick my trainers, before PE lessons, and just like that the main event was set. The Match was fairly tame, with The Brons wrecking fools.

4. Heel Asuka.

Asuka loves trying to control people doesn't she. I mean Iyo. Then Nikki Bella, and then to complete her hatrick, she ended with Rhea. The Kabuki Warriors beat Raquel, and. Roaxanne in a decent TV Match.

3. Iyo Sky vs Stephanie Vaquer.

Iyo Sky, vs. Stephanie Vaquer at Wrestlepalooza, oh yes please with a cherry on top WWE.

2. AJ Styles vs Dominik Mysterio WWE Intercontinental Championship.

This was a lot of fun. Dirty Dom is a dirty cheat, and oh my god the fans in Paris hated him. On the other hand France loves AJ, and they chanted for him, even during the commercial break. The physicality was decent, and their chemistry is getting a lot better. Dom retained thanks to Elgrande Americano, and his steal head.

1. Cm Punk Segment.

This was awesome, from the episode long storythread, his interactions with Becky Lynch, who later on taunted him. Seth Rollins showing what a coward looks like, and did someone say AJ Lee. All of this was awesome.

 WWE Clash In Paris Review. 31.8.2025.

Superstars Seen Showing Up.

Jey Uso. Cm Punk. LA Knight. Seth Rollins. Becky Lynch. Nikki Bella, and, everyones favourite rip off merchant Logan Paul were seen showing up to the venue.

Roman Reigns vs Bronson Reed.

This Match acted as a follow up to what happened on Raw. Romans forsyth when it came to his future was spot on, because he came out on his own. The feats of strength from both men became the early backdrop for what was a lofi opener. The physicality was good, and both men had decent chemistry. However I couldn't connect with this Match. Roman got the win, and then got wrecked heavy, after he choked out Paul Heyman. The wreckage from The Brons was a way to write Roman off from TV, because he's due to start filming the new Street Fighter Movie, over the next few weeks. I couldn't get into this, and i'm not sure why?

The Street Profits vs The Wyatt Sic WWE Tag Team Championship.

This was another Match that I couldn't connect with, now this was due to the fact that it felt like a TV Match, taking place on a PLE. The Wyatts retained, so far this PLE hasn't delivered.

Becky Lynch vs Nikki Bella WWE Womens Intercontinental Championship.

This was a solid work rate Match. In our year of 2025 WWE has failed in the mens department to a degree, however it's the ladies that have shone this year. I think Becky is having a great year in my opinion, and this was proof. From the fans showing both ladies love. Nikki playing the move reversal game, to Becky picking up the win with a simple backslide. I liked this.

Rusev vs Sheamus Good Old Fashioned Donnybrook.

This was a blast. The Match resembled two big beefy boys, doing big beefy boy things. This was a physical bomb blast, that gave way to weapon induced plunder, that became the back beat for what was the Match of the night. Table spots. Chair spots. Bar spots. And a really cool Whiskey Barrel white noise spot, that saw Sheamus take the worst of it. This built in nicely to the near falls being well timed, and the final exchanges saw Rusev get the win with a shaleleigh accolade submission. This was by far the Match of the night.

John Cena vs Logan Paul.

I have to give the French fans credit, were credit is due, they were loud as balls here. And oh my this Match needed it. I didn't like this. It felt methodical, slow, and heavy on being formulaic. Cena in the past has been accused of burying talent, and working with a short moveset, and this caused what we saw tonight, a rinse and repeat, of the same old Cena Matches. Logan had to work hard to get the best out John, but his efforts were not met with how this Match was booked. John got the win, and if i'm being honest. I don't care. Cena getting his flowers from the French fans was a nice site. WWE timed that well.

Fatal 4 Way Match WWE Heavyweight Championship.

I'm not the biggest fan of Four Way Matches, because the concept has been run into the ground over the years, from multiple promotions, but this felt fresh, and I didn't hate it. The Matches within the Match added fuel to the overarching storylines that will take WWE through to the end of the year. But it was the end exchanges that saw what was a great finish. Punk thought that he had Seth Beat, he had hit him with a go to sleep, but that was when a Ninja lookalike gave Punk a low blow, allowing Seth to hit him with a stomp for the retention, and who was this Ninja, none other than Becky Lynch. Seth's wife. I loved this. I have been saying that The Vision has needed a bit of new blood for some time, and this was a genius move, and I can't wait to see how this unfolds on WWE TV.

Overview Of Clash In Paris.

This PLE was a confusing mix of the Formulaic, and the outright great, however if you ask me in a years time what happened at Clash In Paris? I would say, that I don't remember, and should tell you everything about WWE's booking in 2025.

WWE Clash In Paris 2025 is a mid 7/10.

 The Top 5 Worst Things That MJF Has Ever Done In AEW And Beyond.

Intro.

It's no secret that I love this man. He's the perefect modern look at how society views heels. From his narcissistic tendencies, and fascinating persona, that can drive even the hardest of fans into his world. MJF is a once in a chance character, that needs to be explored, and celebrated in equal measure, whilst being reviled through the looking glass of Pro Wrestling.

5. Telling Fans To F*** Off. ( I'm Not Joking )

Their has been times back in the early days of AEW when they would send Wrestlers out to Malls, as a way of interacting with fans, some in this situation like. Cody Rhodes. The Young Bucks. Sammy Guevara, and. Hangman Adam Page, all shone in his space. Max would use this to tell children, and their parents to f*** off. I spoke to one of AEW's security guards last year when I was at a fan convention before All In, and I asked him about this story, and asked if these stories were true, and he told me there's a reason why they don't make Max do fan events, after these incidents.

4. Methanie.

Drug addiction isn't something to be laughed, or if you're Maxwell Jacob Freeman, something to be used with utter vile vitriol. This happened on a October 2021 edition of AEW Dynamite. The levels of disgust that oozed from him, as he laid bare the issues of The Pillman family, as Brian Pillman Jnr stood there and watched as his family was laid to waste, and all Max could do was smerk in the only way he can.

3. Insulting Fans Outside A Hotel In Wembley.

I heard this from the fans that were waiting for autographs outside the hotel, and this sounded like typical MJF. The words that came out of his mouth were thank you, f*** you, bye. Don't ever change Maxwell.

2. Revealing Darby Allin's Past Trauma.

This came from an early October 2021 edition of Dynamite, in the build to that years Full Gear, Max is at his promo best, when he's revelling in others misery, and this segment was perfect.

1. Mistreatment Of Wardlow.

This was something that was bubbling under the surface of the Cm Punk rivalry, and as the aftermath of revolution was starting to play out. Wardlow was ordered to take ten lashes. This segment was one of the best that AEW had come up with at this point, and it was a glorious reminder that humiliation is a horrific form of bullying, and seeing Max get his compunance at that years Double Or Nothing was a sight to be seen.

Friday Night Smackdown Review 29.8.2025

Superstars Seen Showing Up.

I heard Michael Cole say something that I didn't agree with to start off the show. He said that Lyon is the French capital when it comes to food, and even though I'm not french, and don't live in France, I think it's safe to say that Michael has never tried my Bacon And Cream Cheese Bagels. There a taste sensation if I say so myself, oh and Sami Zayn. Solo Sikoa and his crew, and. Drew Mcintyre were all seen showing up to the venue.

Logan Paul And John Cena Segment.

I liked this. It was the perfect blend of everything that I hate, thrown in with things that I like. Logan was given the walkthrough treatment, and from that moment it was all him him him. It's no secret that in real life I don't have a lot of time for Logan for obvious reasons, that can be found with a simple Google search. But he has managed to carve out a decent craft for himself. He called himself a destroyer, whilst stating that fans can't adapt to change. And him speaking in French just reminded of Delboy from Only Fools And Horses. He brought up insults towards John Cena, and just like magic, he appeared. John fired back in the only way he can, with, fire, passion, and, grace, and this was excellent, now add this in with a cameo from Brussels kid, and a hint of controversy, and you've got a great segment. Good work from both men.

Bo Dallas Segment.

Bo was on the hunt out tonight, first The Street Profits, and then later on Melo Don't Miz. This guy was on the grind.

Alexa Bliss vs Chelsea Green.

This was due to be a Tag Team Championship Match, but this didn't come to fruition due to the fact that The Secret Hervice took out Charlotte Flair, before the Match got started. This was a stagnant affair that failed to get started. Alexa got the win.

Alestair Black And Damien Priest.

Damien Priest vs Alestair Black. If you're going to run with this Match, then just get on with it WWE.

Michin vs Kiana James.

Michin, beat Kiana James in quick succession, and will now Giulia at a later date.

Drew Mcintyre Segment.

If this segment was a Linkin Park song, it would be called. Lies Greed Misery. because this was centred around Drews hate for Cody Rhodes, as he tried to twist Randy Orton in coming to this way of thinking. This worked to a degree, because when Randy came out, he was given a Glasgow kiss from Drew. This caused The Viper to go to that place, that makes him to do damage to anyone. Security got in the way, and they got RKO's for their troubles, now what's up with that. This was a simplistic segment, that I got a lot out of. Poor Shane Helms, even Nick Aldis thought that you can't do that to The Hurricane. Oh and R Truth stay off the Whiskey.

Melo Don't Miz vs The Street Profits.

I didn't like this. The in-ring work felt flat, and it failed to out of first gear. The Profits got the win, and will now face The Wyatt Sic, at Clash In Paris. So that's what Bo was doing, he was scouting out the competion. Ok Iget it now.

Jade And Tiffany Segment.

I've said this before, and i'll say it again. WWE if you're going to run Jade cargill vs Tiffany Stratton, then just get on with it.

Sami Zayn vs Solo Sikoa WWE United States Championship.

This was a lofi burner of a Match, that had decent moments that centred around cameos from Big Jim Uso, and. Jacob Fatu. I didn't like this, now don't get me wrong I like Sami as the US Champion, but he couldn't hide Solo's short comings, and this took me away from the Match. Sami as the WWE US Champion does make sense, but at what cost.

Overview Of Friday Night Smackdown.

This weeks show was a poor mix-bag, that was centred around the same old drudge. Formulaic TV formulas, that are getting tired.

This weeks Friday Night Smackdown is a low 4/10.

AEW Dynamite Review 28.8.2025.

FTR Segment.

I liked this, from Cash Wheeler almost having a face off with a fan. Dax Harwood turning on Paul Turner the ref, to him and Stokeley acting like my friends kids, because when they do something wrong, they make up excuses, blame each other, and call each other names. That glorious man Stokeley Hathaway also got in on the act, and this angered Adam copeland, and Christian Cage, who came and a fight broke out. Christian gave a Killswitch to the most glorious man, and then took to insulting FTR with dead dad remarks. His pissed off Cash Wheeler. Adam then took to the mic, and challenged the pair to a Match at All Out. This was a solid way to start the show.

Darby Allin Segment.

Darby Allin then called out Jon Moxley with his own blood. This was excellent.

Jon Moxley vs Daniel Garcia. 

I liked this. Both men did something quite special, they managed to make their surroundings feel clostraphobic, from the feel of the Match, to its overall asthetic, this is due to the venue being famed for intense Matches over the years. The physicality played into this perfectly, Mox got the win, after a solid final series of exchanges. Wheeler Yuta took to the mic after this, and did his best Rodney Dangerfield routine, because he gets no respect, because when fans cheer for their favourites, it doesn't mean anything. Wheeler said to the fans that Mox isn't interested in facing Darby at All Out. Oh And Hello Hook.

MJF Segment.

Max gave his thoughts about Cashing in his contract, and. Mark Briscoe right after his Match on Sunday. Just go out of your way to check this out, because this was excellent.

Megan Bayne And Penelope Ford vs Harley Cameron And Kris Statlander.

I couldn't get into this. I just felt like something was off from this. The In-ring work was solid, but I couldn't connect with this. Megan, and. Penelope got the win.

Mercedes Mone Belt Celebration Segment.

This was over before it could begin, from boasting about dancing with Will Osperay, and verbally rubbing it into his real life Alex Windsor. Whilst also wanting to break Ultimo Dragons record, and go for ten belts. This was all over the place.

Mark Briscoe Segment.

There's a reason for why Mark Briscoe isn't at Dynamite, it's because he's become a dad for the second time. He said that he isn't done with Max, and called out Kyle Fletcher for a shot at the TNT Championship. Congrats to Marks family for their new addition.

The Don Callis Family vs Jetspeed And Brodido.

I liked this. The physicality was performed on a decent level, but I do have one major concern. Wardlow. AEW did a great job with his return this past Sunday At Forbidden Door, but this feels like their going backwards with him, and not forwards. He's being used as a henchman. This screams The Pinnacle all over again. Josh Alexander got the win here in what was a decent TV Match.

Hangman Adam Page Segment.

Our favourite Cowboy, next to Woody from Toy Story, came out and thanked Will Osperay for everything that he's done for him, and wished him a speedy recovery. And told MJF that if he ever wants to cash in his contract, then he'll kick his arse quicker than it would to take for the ink to dry on the paper. Don Callis then came out, and said that he wants his belt back, because the last person who he was with the last time was weak. The Damn It Don Callis Family then came out, and then because one of them will take his belt. A fight broke out. Jetspeed helped make the save, oh and Hello Kenny Omega.

Mina Shirakowa Segment.

Timeless Toni Storm will be rooting for Mina this Friday at Death Before Dishonour. Ok then.

The Opps vs Ricochet And GOA AEW Trios Championship.

The Opps retained their Trios Championship, against Ricochet and GOA, in what was a decent TV Match, thanks to MVP. This is the real definition of the term. How do you like them apples.

Claudio Castagnoli vs Darby Allin Falls Count Anywhere.

From the very opening stages, we were treated to TV Spots ( literally ) Shopping trolley fun, which is going to make my weekly shop trip tomorrow a lot of fun. The guard rail spots felt fairly standard, but as the table, and. chair spots grew. The venue made this Match feel clostraphobic. Darby was launched through the announcers table, in what was a sickening spot. The moments when AEW lost their audio after this just added tension to the proceedings. As the final exchanges got underway. I became even more convinced that Darby has no back. He got the win after a coffin drop. And was then taken out by The Deathriders, but he thought back and escpaed as the show went off the air.

Overview of AEW Dynamite.

As a follow up show to a major PPV. I don't think this show worked, but there was quite a lot to like about this broadcast That I liked. The opening Match and Main event were solid, whilst the other Matches repressented sandwich filler, as the segments remained solid.

This weeks AEW Dynamite is a high 7/10.

 

 My Top Moments In Pro Wrestling That Made Me Question My Life Choices.

Intro.

You know when you get those moments in life that leave you thinking what the hell am I doing, whether it's in your job, family, or relationship life, we've all been there, and the thing that gives me excitement thrills Pro Wrestling is no different, so this is a list about those moments that made me want to rage quit being a fan of my favourite past time.

5. WWE In 2019.

I put 2019 up against 1994, and 1995, when it came down to public perception for the company. Ticket sales. DVD sales, and TV viewership were all down, and the creative decisions were mind bending. From the build to Mania 35 not living up to standard. Brock Lesnar getting shoved down fans throats, to the decay in Vince Mcmahons  direction starting to take shape, yeah this year was one to forget.

4. Ric Flair Is All Elite.

And to think all of this came after Tony Khan had a bitter X war with a fan, from comments made about Mcmahon, to the debut of Ric Flair, a man who has a shopping list of controversies against his name, this led me to want to bang my head against a brick wall, and think that someone should put Tony Khan on the naughty step, and take his phone priviledges away.

3. The Authority.

Ok. At first I liked what WWE had created here, but as time went on, this storyline dragged on, and on, and on, and by the time October 2014 rolled around, this whole storyline just felt like backwards booking being rehashed again, and, again, and again. Yes this did showcase the emmergence of Seth Rollins as a corporate champion, but on the other hand it also gave us corporate Kane, and no one asked for that monstrcity, no one.

2. Try Some Roman Reigns You'll Like Him ( Honestly ).

Back in the dauldron days of 2015-2016, WWE were going all in on Roman Reigns, at the behest of what the fans wanted. The 2015 Royal Rumble was a clear look at this divide. Roman was the chosen Golden child, and the fans weren't eating what he was creating. The times were changing as the network era saw a mass of fans rage quit the company as a result of this. Daniel Bryan getting ignored was the final straw for some, but to me it was the inconsistncies with the storytelling that had me thinking. Why am I watching this?

1. Year 2000 WCW.

Were do I begin with this company. From Hulk Hogans infamous exit. Bad creative, causing a consistant stream of fans getting pissed off, and leaving the company, to the overall bad running of the businesss, that saw the company close it's doors on the 26th of March 2001. Do I miss WCW? Well if i'm honest, no.

Monday Night Raw Review 26.8.2025.

Superstars Seen Showing Up.

LA Knight. Nikki Bella, and. Rhea Ripley were all seen showing up to the arena in Birmingham UK. Oh and I see you Rhea eyeing up the Pick'n Mix, mine is the White Chocolate Mice.

Roman Reigns Segment.

The fans hijacked this segment from the start, and you know what. You love to see it. Roman talked about how things have changed, and this became the backdrop for this segment. Paul Heyman, and. Bronson Reed came out, and this segment, became a fascinating promo dual. The segment ended with both men fighting on the ramp, with security having to seperate them. I liked this. Both men will see each other on Sunday.

Dragon Lee vs JD Mcdonagh.

I liked this. The action was fast paced, and both mens chemistry was great. Lee got the win. Michael Cole on commentary ran through JD's achievements from before he got to WWE, and the only thing I have to say about this is. Don't Google him.

LA Knight Segment.

LA Knight said what he thought of Cm Punk, Mr Brookes said what he thought of this later on in the evening. Jey Uso would do the same thing.

Penta vs Kofi Kingston.

Penta, beat Kofi Kingston in a flat and, and boring TV Match. The New Day later annoyed Byron Saxton, complete with confetti. ( for some reason ) 

Iyo Sky And Rhea Ripley.

Iyo Sky, and. Rhea Ripley were caught backstage by The Kabuki Warriors having a nice chat, yeah, this would backfire later on in the show.

Becky Lynch Segment.

I loved this. Becky went through everything that she hated about Birmingham, and this included. Nikki Bella, and. Aston Villa. As an Arsenal Supporter I can understand the second one. This brought out Nikki, who gave Becky some awesome verbal Barbs. Both ladies had a fantastic promo dual. This was later confirmed their Match at Clash In Paris. Also as a Massive Ozzy Osbourne fan. I loved the tribute.

Rhea Ripley vs Roxanne Perez.

I liked this. Both ladies have decent chemistry, and the chemistry that was on display was great. Rhea got the win with a riptide. Corey Graves on Commentary teased the return of, ugh sigh. Chris Jericho. No, please no.

Aj Styles Vs Finn Balor.

I was bored watching this. The in-ring work felt stagnant, and that's a real shame. AJ got the win. AJ will face Dirty Dom next week In Paris, for the Intercontinental Championship.

Bayleys New Direction.

I have to say. I'm starting to like Bayleys decent into madness, because this means we could get Hugger Bayley back, and you know what that means, her old entrance theme music. sing it with me now.  There ain't no stopping us now, we celebrate on the floor.

LA Knight vs Bronson Reed.

I didn't like this. The whole Match felt predictable, and flat, and as the Match went into it's final stages, what I thought would happen, happened. The interference spots from Seth Rollins, and. Bronson, and the save spots from Cm Punk, and. Jey Uso played into how the Match would end. Bronson got the win, and the fall apart of the other three man in Sundays main event, then played out. Sigh. I could just feel my eyes starting to roll.

 Overview Of Monday Night Raw.

This was a real mix-bag of interest, and utter nonsense, that was elevated by a red hot crowd.

This go home Monday Night Raw Show is a high 6/10.

My Top 5 Matches From AEW And NJPW Forbidden Door.

Intro.

Back in 2021 the rumours of AEW working alongside NJPW started to become a thing, after a clip circulated of Tony Khan meeting the president of the company, this is so that NJPW talent could appear on AEW's weekly TV show Dynamite. This would be a move that would see the upstart North American make waves in co promoting, a move that would make the term 5 star classic mean a lot more than what it already meant. It has became a standard in the industry, for creating magic from nothing. So here's my top 5 favourite Matches from the PPV.

5. Swerve Strickland vs Will Osperay For The AEW World Heavyweight Championship.

This Match had the internet divided, but when you dig beneath all of the booking politics, this acted as a way to set Will up for what was to come down the line. The Match was a solid affair that focused on their history through working the indy scene in America, and the UK. And the results paid off. Swerve would go on to lose the belt Bryan Danielson at All In, whilst at the same event. Will would go on to beat MJF for the International Championship. So you could say that all is well, that ends well, well kind of I guess.

4. Orange cassidy vs Zac Sabre Jnr.

When this Match got announced back in 2023, this had me very excited. Both men have unorthorbox styles that would mesh together perfectly well, and I wasn't wrong. This Match was epic, and it's been on my rewatch list for the past three years. If you like solid in ring work, and great back to basics work ethics from both men, then this is your Match.

 3. Orange Cassidy vs Will Osperay.

This Match was a fantastic balance of styles and counteractions working well together, both men on this night put on a clinic, and it a was a fast paced, incredibly operated ride from start to finish. I love this Match.

2. Jon Moxley vs Hiroshi Tanahashi.

I felt that this was the start of the decline for Tanahashi as an in-ring talent. With this being the start of his swansong, he put forth a valiant effort, against the man who at the time was considered the ace of AEW. This was a fantastic bloodsoaked war that has lingered on my brain for the past three years, and to say that I still come back to it is a true testement to both men.

1. Kenny Omega vs Will Osperay.

This Match was centred around the overarching theme of their previous encounter from 2023's NJPW Wrestle Kingdom. Even though I did like that clash, this was clash was better for my money. I felt the ergentcy come through my computer screen, and that's a feeling that you can't take away. The physicality, bloodshed, and the near falls, all blended together to make something special.

 AEW And NJPW Forbidden Door London 2025 Review.

Intro. 

Ok. Let's get the obvious stuff out of the way. I'm not at this moment trying to scurry my way out of The 02 in London, because due to money issues, instead I sat at home on my bed, and watched the PPV, and as it turned out I felt like I was there. The appreciation from the fans was met from the start of the pre show, all the way through to the conclusion of the main event, so with that said, lets get into what I thought of the PPV. This time next I want to be doing something media related to the companies return to Wembley. This is my next step.

Adam Copeland And Christian Cage vs Kip Sabian And Killswitch.

The opening to this Match says the words case and point when it comes fan appreciation. The fans singing back Metalingus sounded awesome. This also marked the first in-ring appearance in over a year for Killswitch, and it's great to see him back, because this time last year he could've lost his career due a life threatening injury. This Match was a lofi affair, that was moderately paced, which wasn't anything out of the norm for an opening Match. The near falls were well planted, and the sight of copeland turning back the years was a nice slice of nostalgia, and his double team effort to get the win with Christian, took me back to being that 13 year old fan watching Wrestlemania 16 on a dodgy vhs tape at his mates house. This was a fun opener.

Kyle Fletcher vs Hiromu Takahashi AEW TNT Championship.

This Match acted as a fantastic insight into ring psychology. Both men put on a great battle, that acted like a one, two punch, as this became the main selling point, alongside the excellent physicality. Kyle retained after a series of awesome exchanges.

Mercedes Mone vs Persephone vs Bozilla vs Alex Windsor AEW TBS Championship.

I'm just going to get this out of the way. I'm not the biggest fan of 4 way Matches, because I feel that the concept has been ruined over the years, and sadly this Match was a low point for me. I think the ladies involved in the Match are highly talented, and none of this was their fault, because it falls on how they're booked, and on this night I thought that the in-ring work fell a bit flat, and it never fully recovered. Mercedes got the win, and retained the TBS Championship.

Nigel Mcguinness vs Zac Sabre Jnr IWGP Championship.

This was excellent. From the intro video. I could tell what I was in for. It was nice to see Johny saint get his flowers. I've been a fan of Nigels In ring work for years, and this was a perfect mix with Zac's hard submission style ground game. Both men put on a clinic here, that featured lariotts becoming a vital king in this mental game of chess. Zac retained in what was a fantastic study in contrast. One man was ready, whilst the other one played the game of almost doesn't count.

Jamie Hayter Returned.

Jamie Hayter returned to save Queen Aminata from getting beaten down by the Trio Of Madness. Jamie Hayter is back, and she's wrecking fools. You love to see it.

FTR vs Brodido vs The Hurt Syndicate AEW World Tag Team Championship.

This Match, outran all of my expectations. It was given plenty to breathe, which allowed all teams involved to let the movesets marinade into there settings. The move counteractions were played out with ease, and the exchanges were faultless. From Brody King, and. Bobby Lashley having a face off. Bandido trying to murder everyone, with that manouver to the outside, and Ricochet and his mates The Gates Of Agony, helping bring the Match to a close, as Brodido became our new AEW Tag Team Champions. I liked this.

Unified AEW Championship Swerve Strickland vs Kazuchika Okada.

I'm concerned for JR. I love seeing him, because his voice to Pro Wrestling fans is like putting on a warm blanket in the coldest parts of Winter, but he didn't sound right last night, and I thought that this was a bit sad. Both men put forward a slow burn technical affair, that showcased both mens fantastic styles. The story surrounded Swerve's legit Knee injury, which ended up becoming the Matches main storyline. This paved the way for the final exchanges to have room to grow, as Okada retained. He then attacked Swerve's Knee in the aftermath, which acted as a way to write Swerve off from TV, so he can recoup from his injury. Oh and hello Wardlow. Leave Prince Nana alone you bully. He then joined up with The Damn It Don Callis Family, but Takeshista, acted like his name Elsa, because he was Frozen towards the returnee.

AEW Womens Championship Timeless Toni Storm vs Athena.

Ok, i'm convinced that Tony Khan is a Stanley Kubrick fan, because Toni Storm's outfit looked it had come warner Bros History costumes from the film Barry Lyndon. Athena signed her contract, and the Match was on. Billy Starkz got wrecked in the opening, and this set the tone for what was to come. Both ladies looked like they having a blast, and it showed in their work, what they achieved was something quite unique, they put on a clinic. Toni got the win, and retined her belt. This was excellent.

MJF vs Hangman Adam Page AEW World Heavyweight Championship.

The constructed rules of this Match acted as a back drop for Max to once again prove why he's the best heel in the business. His impersonations of Hangman were spot on. Max tried on so many occasions to make his surroundings work to his advantage, but this failed. From Max getting put through a table with a Deadeye from Hangman on the outside of the ring. To  the storybeats being met with ease. Max gave Hangman a tombstone on half of the table, which busted open the cowboy. Max got busted open in the style that gave me flashbacks to Revolution 2023, when he got landed into a ring turnbuckle, busting him open. The near falls played into the drama, when bryce remsburg mistook one, and didn't realise that Hangman had his foot on the bottom rope. This added drama to the proceedings, that brought out Mark Briscoe. This gave room for the final exchanges to have time to breathe, as Hangman retained with a buckshot, and deadeye finish. This was excellent, and a Match of the year contender in my opinion. Fantastic stuff from both men.

Lights Out Steel Cage match.

Team Osperay. Will Osperay. Darby Allin. Kota Ibushi. Kenny Omega, and. Hiroshi Tanahashi, beat. Team Moxley. Jon Moxley. Claudio Castagnoli. Gabe Kid, and. The Young Bucks. The entrances were a complete study in humour, and emotional power. Wills package was narrated by his real life partner Alex Windsor, this acted like a gut punch, when you see what happens later. Whilst The Young Bucks walked out their old names, and theme. Hansons 1997 banger ummbop. The sight of Kenny Omega singing this was hilarious. The contrast between both teams was fascinating. Team Osperay were the picture of calm, whilst team Mox repressented the forms of fractions when you dig beneath the surface. The Match centred around chaos, carnage, and dangerous bloodsoaked spots, and awesome weapon usage that had thumbtacks, no wait, I mean Haribo. The ladder spots proved that Darby Allin hasn't got a back, and thanks to Mox no left ear. Mox you can go fork yourself. Yes one of my favourite films is Mystery Men. The High spots were awesome. Yuta going through the announcers Japanese announcers table, thanks to Darby. And Gabe Kidd launching Darby through four tables from the top of the cage. With the chaos entering its last stages It was Tanahashi that got the win for his team. This was another excellent encounter, but the drama wasn't done just yet. Will was taking a look at the fans, and taking in the last moments of the show, as the fans gave him their love, but this was when Jon and Claudio took Will out. Wills team were powerless as The Opps came out to help, but they couldn't stop the violence, as the fans in The 02, were sent home with the sickening feeling of what is to come next for Will, as the medics tended to him after the cage was raised. This was made in order to write Will off from TV, so he can rest a neck injury, and potentially get surgery. I can understand why the ending wasn't for everyone, but when you think about, this could be a cool look at were AEW is heading next.

Overview of AEW And NJPW Forbidden Door London 2025.

What do you get when you ad a hot crowd, fantastic in-ring work, that will land on my best of the year list, and a bag of Peanut MnMs. If your answer was a good time had by this writer, then you'd be correct. I loved this PPV from start to finish, and even though it did have one minus moment, it didn't stop my enjoyment from what I was seeing.

AEW And NJPW Forbidden Door London 2025 is a strong 10/10.

 

 My Top 5 Matches That I'm Looking Forward To At AEW And NJPW Forbidden Door.

Intro.

Ok, lets get the obvious stuff out of the way. I'm not going to Forbidden Door, this is due to money concerns, but I have plans to sit back with an oversized bag of Sour Patch Kids, and review the show. So I thought that I would run through the Matches that i'm most looking forward to, so here goes nothing.

5. Swerve Strickland vs Kazuchika Okada.

This Match pretty much speaks for itself. Their styles are very similar, so this is going to be exciting to watch. Okadas Match against Kenny Omega from All In last month, is one of my Matches of the year, and I have high hopes for this Match.

4. Timeless Toni Storm vs Athena AEW Womens Championship.

This has been the most solid build on this card. I have really enjoyed this build. I think their interactions have been the right balance between them.

3. Kyle Fletcher vs Hiromu Takahashi AEW TNT Championship.

This Match screams lofi Barnburner, and I can't wait to see it unfold. Both men have great in-ring styles, and fantastic counteractions, and yes I get the that there won't be much of a story to this, but sometimes you don't need a story in wrestling, because the Match itself is the story.

2. MJF vs Hangman Adam Page AEW Heavyweight Championship.

It's no secret that I think that MJF has been the best thing about AEW Television over the past few months, and his back and forths with Hangman have been excellent, so this going be something special. I'm a big fan of MJF, and I love Hangman, so the sight of two of my modern favourites clashing has me very excited.

1. Lights out Steel Cage Match.

What do you get when you mix together, a pair who are Golden in with an ace, a raving nutter, and a man who loves Greggs Sausage Rolls, in with death doom, and despair, if your answer is the lights out Steel Cage Match, then you'll be right. This screams all out carnage, and i'm not talking about a Chicago native eating baked goods, and burying a company in a press conference. This will be a perfect balance of visceral violence, and sickening compulsion, and I can't wait to see how this match unfolds.