AEW Dynamite Cardiff Review

Intro

agh yes Wales, the home of sheep. Gareth Bale, and of course, god awful music, like. Tom Jones, and. The stereophonics. Yeah. I think it's safe to say that wales hasn't exactly given us much over the decades, well, except for, the first Clash At The Castle. Charlotte Church. ( ugh ) And of course, the worlds most dodgy national football team. Ok. Wales is alright I guess.

Britt Baker and Mercedes Mone Contract Signing

I liked all of this. Tony schiavone introduced both ladies, and from the moment they both picked up their microphones, magic became reality. Their promo dual was excellent, from echoing sentiments of the past, to fan reflection telling this part of the story, the fans were electric for this, and they didn't slow down all evening. Britt attacked Camille to end the segment, as a brawl ensued.

Chris Jericho vs Tommy Billington

Chris Jericho, beat Tommy Billington in a decent opening match, the match itself was decent, and the fans were into it, as they booed Jericho, however those branches of shenanigans, played a part in Tommy's downfall, as. Jericho got the win, he then called out Hook, who made his way to the ring, and he had a face to face with Jericho. I liked this, even though i don't have a lot of time for Jericho these days. Also Chris, mate. Wales isn't England. I mean no wonder he got booed.

Toni Storm vs Saraya AEW Womens Championship

Toni Storm, beat. Saraya in a standard tv match, to retain her AEW Womens Championship, she was then attacked by Marieh May in the aftermath. In other words. Sharon Stone had some fun.

The Conglomeration Segment

The Conglomeration are in the UK, and you know what means. Kyle O'reilly is going to do a dodgy Brittish accent, and. Mark Briscoe is going to fire everyone up. I love this man.

Will Osperay and MJF Face To Face

I could easily sit here, and go through this segment, beat, by beat, but. I don't that I would do it justice, so all I will say is this. You need to go out of your way, and watch this, because for my money, this is the best segment that AEW have produced all year. Danielson would have an interaction with Will later on. This. Was. Brilliant.

Hangman Adam Page Segment

Hangman Adam Page, told Renee Paquette backstage, that he's in the Casino Gauntlet Match, and then battered Evil Uno with a chair, for cosplaying as Mick Foley, at Comicon, poor Evil Uno.

Claudio Castagnoli vs Kazuchika Okada AEW Continental Championship

I loved this match, it was a slow burner, that turned into a lofi banger, the physicality was great, and their chemistry was flawless, their wasn't a winner, because it ended in a time limit draw. The Young Bucks, then came out, and toyed with the fans, asking them do you want five more minutes, but they snatched it away from fans, like a bigmac from a hungry child, they told Claudio to leave the ring because they had a match, and as by magic.

FTR And Darby Allin vs The Elite

The Elite were in action, in a losing effort, against FTR, and. Darby Allin, in a fun tv match, that ran heavily on pace, and great chemistry. The Aclaimed then came out, and cut a passionate promo, on. The Elite in the aftermath.

The Final Countdown

All of this was excellent. Nigel Mcguiness, oversaw this, and he was brilliant, he was an unintentional comedy force, as he ran through all of the names, that he calls Danielson, and then he brought out Swerve. He spoke about how dangerous he is, reminding us of who he's beaten in the past, he then went into fire mode, he said that the idea of Danielson being ok with retirment offended him, he told him that he's going to leave him in a state, whilst embracing his inner Terry Crews from Everybody Hates Chris, because were ever Danielson goes, Swerve will be there. Danielson came out. The tempreture of this segment was then turned up. Danielson hit him with a Bopsycho Knee, and then cut his part of the dual. he said that he's the best f****** wrestler in the world, and that he will leave his soul in the ring, as his family watch on, but this left him with one question for the fans, can the American f****** Dragon, beat Swerve strickland at Wembley, well, in the words of the fans. YES YES YES YES YEEES.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite Cardiff

Now, this is what I call a go home show before a PPV, good to great action, and awesome promos, being elevated by a red hot crowd. This. Was. Great.

AEW Dynamite Cardiff is a high 9/10.

 MyTop 5 Aew Matches

Intro

In the early stages of 2019. AEW was formed, as a group of EVP's. The Elite, and. Cody Rhodes, made contact with Tony Khan. 5 months previous to this that same group of inavators pressented All In, a. PPV, that would rip the up the groundwork of the industry, because no one thought this could happen. WWE had monopolised the business, to the point that it was unrecognised. AEW has been a seen, not just as an alternative to the greenwich machine, but a figure of possibility. In an industry, that likes to see itself burn down to the ground. These are my top 5 AEW matches.

5 Dr Britt Baker vs Thunder Rosa AEW Womens Championship St Paddys Slam 2022

When people talk about these two, their thoughts instantly go to their classic Lights Out match, that took place on an episode of Dynamite, in the middle of March 2021, fast forward one year, and both ladies faced each other, in a Steel Cage, for the AEW Womens Championship, the levels of violence, and personal feelings, were elevated to an extreme level here, and the gamble that Tony Khan took, booking them in the main event paid off. La Mera Mera won the belt, and a reign that lasted for ten months, had come to an end. This is one of my favourite AEW Womens Matches, even though I don't think we will see them face each other again. This. Is a perfect reminder of a time that once was.

4 Cody Rhodes vs Brodie Lee Dog Collar Match AEW TNT Championship

The date was October the 7th 2020, and the match was Cody Rhodes vs Brodie Lee for the AEW TNT Championship, in a Dog Collar Match. I have no words other, this. Is. What pure class looks like. Bloodsoaked, visceral, and, groundbreaking.

3 Jon Moxley vs Wheeler Yuta AEW Rampage March 2022

There wasn't anything on line in this match, except pride, and what this made for, was something that was unmissable. You need to Watch this.

2 Bryan Danielson vs MJF 60 Minute Iron Man Match Revolution 2023

One hour, two men, and an absolutely premise for a match, what do you get, when you ad all of these ingridients together, the answer, is one hell of a Pro Wrestling classic.

1 MJF vs Cm Punk Dog Collar AEW Revolution 2022

The build, the storytelling, the old school level of violence, and the bitter rawness of this match, to sayt his that this feud is one of AEW's finest hours, is an understatement. I love this match, it's essential viewing, for new, and old fans a like, and a must see, for anyone wrestler looking to break into the industry.

Following The Buzzard Remembering Bray Wyatt One Year On

Intro

Certain phrases, and motions, can ignite a fire within us fans, whether it's in films, tv, or music. As a wrestling fan for over 30 years, the mind of a sociopath, is something that has always been facinating to me. Windum Rotunda was a man who created a characters, that would take fans on a ride, With his creative mind, reflecting the essence of scenes created by Jim Van Bebber. Wes Craven, and. Stanley Kubrick. Bray Wyatt, wasn't just the eater of Worlds, he was the master of the captivating. His energy, and enthusiasm could be felt through the tv screen, and when the world turned on him, he never turned on the world, because he held it in his hands.

When Fandoms Start To Die

The Year was 2011. HHH was given the keys to the NXT knigdom. Windham made his debut under the name Husky Harris, in the later months of 2010. Before Paul Leveque could work with Windham. FCW, which was the original work place for up and coming talent. This was when Windhan enhanced his talents, for telling stories, and harbouring the ability, to take fans on a journey, with his words. It was here that we met. The Wyatt Family.

Failed oppotunities

The Wyatt Family were poorly handled from the word go, when they were called up to the main roster. Eric Rowan. Luke Harper, and. Bray Wyatt, were set up to fail, from the outset. From facing a disgraceful politician, disapointing feuds, and awful Mania matches, the booking was beyond poor, the feuds would centre around the same old tired format, that fans were getting sick of. The old guard of yes man, that were being led by. He Who Shall Not Be Named, were pedling the same names, whilst not making new stars in over a decade. I, like the rest of the fans at this time, was shouting for something new, and when we did get something that was decent. It was taken away, like a bigmac from a hungry child. Fans were force fed this as Brays booking became even more unbalanced. Bray's stable would be seperated, and put back together, and then split again, this was nausiating to fans. Bray would get into a real life car wreck, but he survived, and upon his return, he would be partnered with Matt hardy, in a half assed attempt to get fans back on side, this was not welcomed at all by fans. It was in September of 2018 that Bray would be taken off tv, and when he came back, we were treated to something that we've wanted for quite some time.

 Zowie Wowie

The aftermath of Wrestlemania 34 was a lacklustre affair, from deminishing debuts, and returns were pointless, to the lack of WWE's creative, coming full circle, however, there was a light in this shadow, that he who shall not be named allowed to bloom. The Firefly Funhouse, this felt like a shot in the dark, that worked. The creative aspects, are the mixed reminants of, if you took a show like Sesame Street, and a film like. The Never Ending Story, and put it in a blender with, Friday The 13th, and. A Clockwork Orange. This. Was, a massive success  story all around, the creative build to revealing Brays third alter ego, sparked genuine interest, as fans clambered to want to find out more about his new tortured Character, this was a shot to the system, that played on WWE's short comings, and fans loved it, this was something differant, that didn't treat the audience like children. Windhams creative mind was put on full display, as he played on every fans, human psychie. His mr rogers wholesome welcoming character, was the insight into the chaos. The Fiend would make his debut through these vingnettes, and would go on to make this debut, beating Finn Balor at Summerslam 2019. The Fiends creative would take a dip, thanks to bad booking, the infamous 2019 Hell In A Cell match against Seth Rollins did nothing to elevate the character, and that Squash match against Bill Goldberg, at Super Showdown, in. Saudi Arabia, just echoed the fact, that the brass at the top, had lost all senses of control, when it comes to their creative, but, what was around the corner, was something that no fan will ever forget. In 2020, the world was thrown into chaos, as the global pandemic, forced everyone to stay indoors, and reavaluate things. Wrestling was no differant. WWE would be forced to pressent their tv output, from behind closed doors. The build upto that point, had been met with mixed reviews. This gave birth to the birth of the cinematic match. The Undertaker would face AJ Styles, in a great send off for The Deadman. But it was Brays encounter against John Cena, in. A Firefly Funhouse Match, that took the prize for match of the weekend. WWE had hit lightning in a bottle. This. Was. A creative masterpiece. Bray delved into the mind state of Cena, whilst playing with the possibilities, of what could have been. The Cartoon elements were an added distraction, as the chaos took over, however, as 2020 continued to unfold, Brays Firefly Funhouse segments, would still be a highlight of WWE television, as his rivalries would continue to follow the same old formula. In this time Bray would face. Braun Strowman in a series of matches, this along with his feud with Randy Orton, none of these were received very well, and the Swamp match, a cinematic disaster against Braun Strowman, was critically bashed, didn't help things at all, yes fans did still have some investment, as the merch sales didn't lie, but, the added ingredient of Alexa Bliss, just compounded fans thoughts, that WWE didn't care about Bray. Randy Orton, would burn him alive, at the TLC PPV at the end of the year, Setting up a match at Wrestlemania, the following year. At the time I couldn't stop laughing at this, and then, my laughter turned into confusion. Bray would go on to be beaten by Orton, at Mania 36, this to me was when. WWE gave up on Bray. The Night after Mania 36, would forshadow what would come next. In early July of 2021, Bray was fired by WWE. The usual, excuse of. Budget cuts, was used. The shock of this news was met with confusion, as to why WWE, have departed ways with a creative mastermind, that they haven't seen, since the days of Mick Foley. This is something, that I don't think we will ever get the answer to.

The Final Run

In the Summer of 2022. He Who Shall Not Be Named, was forced to retire in disgrace, after Allegations of Sexual Assault. Misconduct, and. Hush money payouts, all came to light. HHH, took over the creative aspects of the company. Gone were days of one month rivalries, and in it's place was a slower paced outlook, that allowed storylines to breathe. In September of 2022 would start to see the introduction of QR codes, and what they would reveal was, a game of Cluedo, allowing fans to work out, what this all meant. The game of hangman, echoed old insights into Wyatts lore, and when the abysmal Fight Pit Match between Matt Riddle, and. Seth Rollins at that years Extreme Rules was over. He returned. Bray Wyatt was back. His return promo came on the following episode of Friday Night Smackdown, as the hindsight of Uncle Howdy was introduced, this would be a running theme throughout the back end of 2022. This would start of a Rivalry with LA Knight, this would come full circle, at the 2023 Royal Rumble, the match was uneventful, and would end up being his last match for the promotion. Following this, he would start a rivalry with Bobby Lashley, but this wouldn't get its finish.

22nd of August 2023

On the day of the 22nd of August 2023, the world lost its holder. HHH confirmed on twitter, that WWE lifelong member Bray Wyatt, aka. Windham Rotunda, had passed away. I learned this in the early hours of that morning, and as the day carried on, I found myself in a near tears state, as I couldn't believe what I heard, as the tributes came rolling in from all corners of the wrestling industry. It hit me, he was gone. 2023, had already seen its fair share of deaths in the realm of Pro Wrestling, from. Lanny Poffo. Jay Briscoe, and. Terry Funk. But Brays, hit differant, just three years before this, we lost Brodie Lee, and now Bray was gone. Death is never an easy subject to talk about, and when the sad aspect of life takes a hold of us, we must use the time to celebrate those we have lost. In june of 2024. WWE would introduce. The Wyatt Sick, an altered bunch that thrived on chaos, and cathartic power, as the unused, and wanted, become the anti heroes, in a world built on distruction. Windham, and. John, would be proud of this. In my life, when things have gone bad, from facing my learning difficulties, at a young age, to getting bullied at school, and isolation. I found music was a great relief, so i'm going to leave with the words of a man who has greatly inspired me. Chester Bennington. Who cares if one more light goes out, in a sky of a million stars, well I do. RIP Windham Rotunda. Bo is doing you proud.

Monday Night Raw Review

Dedication

This weeks Raw review is dedicated to the memory of. Afa Anoai, his memory will never be lost on fans.

Superstars show up

Cm Punk. All the teams in the womens Tag Team Championship Match, and. Rhea, and. Priest, were all seen showing up to the arena.

Randy Orton Segment

Randy Orton kicked off the show, by welcoming us to WWE's flagship show. He spoke of how Gunther insulted his family, and legacy, but, before his promo could even get started. Gunther came out, he tells the fans in Fortlauderdale to shut up, he basked in the fact that Randy celebrated his RKO last week. A USA chant broke out, and. Gunther told him to enjoy what he did last week, because it won't happen again, because he's just a one trick pony, and at Bash In Berlin, he's going to leave him in a bloody mess. Randy said, when Gunther is on the way back to the States, he's going to have a boot shoved up his arse. Ludwig Kaiser then attacked Randy Orton, from behind, to end the segment.

Sheamus vs Pete Dunne

Sheamus, beat. Pete Dunne, in a solid tv match with a brogue Kick. I liked this.

Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods Segment

Xavier woods was left feeling like a left out sibling, at a birthday party, when Kofi brought in Odyssey Jones. This was amplified when they beat The Final Testement later on in the evening.

Ivy Nile vs Maxxine Dupri

This match ended in shenanigans, thanks to Chad not being able to keep his mouth shut. The Wyatt Sick came out, and attacked American Made. I've given American Made their own theme song, and it goes like this. American. American. American Made, f*** yeah. Chad Gable is going to lead the way. WWE your time is through, because now you have to answer to. American Made, f*** yeah. The Wyatts cleaned house, and that delightful fellow. Uncle Howdy, gave Chad a sister Abigail for good measures. I liked this.

The Terror Twins Segment

Rhea Ripley, and. Damian Priest, gave a stark threat to. The Human Oven, and. The Mulletchaser. The pair counteracted this, later on.

Cm Punk Segment

The Second City saint, wasted no time, in making. Fortlauderdale his new home, his passion was full display, and it was great to see, he talked about the new ethics of WWE, and why they starting to see a bigger uprise, and it's because of the fans, he was at the fanatics fest this past weekend, and the people that he met, were truly inspirational, from fans travelling to see him, to kicking a deadly disease in the ass, and then there's Drew Mcintyre, a man who he has a love/hate relationship with. He then confirmed, what I thought was going to happen, he challenged Drew to a strap match. Drew came out, and asks Punk, has he been drinking, because he accepts the challenge, but he wants to go to now. Punk said that's ok, just give him back the bracelet. Drew refused, and told him that his family would be better off with Drew, and not. Punk, both men then brawled.

Big Bronson Reed vs The Miz No DQ Match

Big Bronson Reed, beat. The Miz, in a solid No DQ match, and then had a stair down with Braun Strowman, in the aftermath.

Bron Breakker Segment

Bron Breakker, then told us, that there's going to be tournament, to crown a No1 contender for his Intercontinental Championship. Jey Uso announced himself as a contender, so it looks like Bron is gonna get this yeet down.

The Human Oven vs Damian Priest

This match never happened, because of all of the shenanigans involved, however all of this was fun to see.

Damage Ctrl vs Pure Fusion Collective vs Fyre and Dawn

Alba Fyre, and. Isla Dawn, retained there womens Tag Championships, in a flat match, that left me feeling nothing for these teams.

Randy Orton vs Ludwig Kaiser

I didn't like this. I thought it was flat, boring, and highly predictable, and at this moment in time, I'm thinking. Just get on with it. Randy got the win, and i'm feeling confused, because these two can do so much better.

Overview Of Monday Night Raw

I don't what to think about this weeks Raw. My mind has been left in a confusing mess, the in ring work was all over the place, whilst the promos were decent. In the words of Eric Cartman, this show has broken my fragile little mind.

AEW Collision

Intro

At this moment in time it's the early hours of Monady morning, and due to technical faults, caused by yours truly, I'm late writing this review, and my excitement for All In, next sunday, is now at a high level, the card looks great, and most importantly i'm heading to the meet up at the Boxpark in wembley the day before, so if you're friendly, come over and say hi.

Britt Baker vs Harley Cameron

Britt Baker, beat. Harley Cameron, in a decent opening encounter. Mercedes Mone, came out afterwards with Camille, and she got her henchwoman to do all of the damage. Britt tried to attack her with a kendo stick, but this was a complete failure, because. Camille battered her.

Arlington

I've said all that I need to say, about All In going to Arlington next year, if you read the intro to smackdown review. I think it's a great idea.

Dustin Rhodes and Sammy Guevara vs Undisputed Kingdom ROH Tag Team Championship

I liked all of this. Dustin Rhodes is like that old family dog, that greets you, when you get home after a long day at work, and as for Sammy Guevara, well he's a bit like Scrappy Do, isn't he, the match was ok, and it had it moments, from Dustin pulling off a sick looking Canadian destroyer, and Sammy getting the win for his side, unfortunately the Triller tv feed, had issues over here in the UK, so I missed the shenanigans. Hey look, it's live tv, I mean what are you going to do.

AEW Stars

AEW Stars gave their thoughts, on who's going to win, the main event next Sunday, when Danielson faces Swerve. Here's my thoughts. It's going to be an honour to watch, as the match unfolds.

Chris Jericho Segment

Chris Jericho, then cut a promo, saying that on wednesday, when Dynamite goes to Cardiff, he wants to face Tommy Billington, because he knew his Uncle. Ok Chris, someone should have checked this over, before you said anything. Think it, don't say it.

Hologram vs Angelico

Hologram, beat. Angelico, in a fairly solid outing. Hologram is starting to grow on me.

Tigerdriver 91

AEW then did a piece, showcasing the danger of the Tigerdriver 91. This. Was perfectly done, and Will sold the look of terror perfectly. A wise frontman from of the greatest bands ever once said. Fear is how I fall. Never a truer word has ever been said.

Jack Perry vs Danny Orion

Jack Perry, then beat. Danny Orion, in a squash match, and in the aftermath, he went to the outside of the ring, and retrieved a bodybag with the word Darby on it, he placed Danny in it, with the old TNT Championship, he then showcased the belts new look, it's dark and black, just like his soul.

House Of Black and The Bang Bang Gang Segment

I liked this. It was edited to the point of perfection, and both teams got their points in. Christopher Daniels, the renta version of Adam Pearce, then said that at All In the Trios belts will be on the line, In a ladder match, and this week on Dynamite, another team will get the chance to enter the match. Sorry were are my manners, ( insert my families cockney accents here ) oi yoi f*** me, were getting a London Ladders match at All In, UP THE HAMM, no patrick, respect the cannon badge.

Claudio Castagnoli vs Lio Rush

Claudio Castagnoli, beat. Lio Rush, in an excellent match, this acted like a perfect tune up for Okada this wednesday.

Statlander and Hathaway Segment

Kris Statlander isn't scared of Tomohiro Ishii, but can someone check Stokeleys underwear, because I think they might tell a differant story.

Eddie Kingston Segment

Eddie Kingston, then cut a promo on Bryan Danielson, from his home. I love this man.

Marieh May and Toni Storm Combo

Marieh May, beat a local Jobber, and then. Toni Storm debuted her new Film. I think it's called. Tales Of A Crazy Person, I mean it's not. A Clockwork Orange. The Terminator. The Matrix, or even. Alien, but it'll do. If this is you're cup of tea, that is.

FTR vs The Aclaimed

I loved this match, The winner would go on to face The Young Bucks at. All In, this was a perfectly timed funfest. Both teams gave everything, in order to create magic. Max giving his thoughts before the match. Dax running on empty, towards the end of the match, to FTR becoming wrestling answer, to. Oprah Winfrey, by just handing out sharpshooters, the near falls elevated the drama, to the point, that the time ran out, the match ended in a time limit draw, a fight broke out between both teams, which forced Tony Khan to announce, that both teams will be involved, in the tag team Championship, at. All In, when. The Young Bucks will face. FTR, and. The Aclaimed in a triple threat match, for the Tag Team Championships.

Overview Of AEW Collision

This was a decent broadcast, minus the sound problems, that managed to take me away, from thinking about real life. I mean isn't that what it's all about.

This weeks AEW Collision is a solid 8/10

 

Smackdown Review 17.8.2024

Intro

over the past few days, the wrestling news cycle has been spinning, from a pathalogical liars health, being brought into guestion, to. AEW moving All In to Texas, for next years show. I think this is a clever move, when you look at the business metrics behind this years show, it makes perfect sense to move things around. Last year. AEW managed to fill 72.000 fans into Wembley Stadium, the show was a tremendous success, garnering over a 9 million pound gate, however, this year, they've sold over 50.000 tickets. Yes the sales are down from last year, and tribalistic fans will salivate at the thought of another company failing, but let's be honest. Absence will make the business stronger, because when you can't have something, it makes it more appealing.

Friday Night Smackdown

Tiffany Stratton Nia Jax Celebration

I loved all of this. From Tiffany's hideous decour. Nia being carried out, like the queen she is, to. Pretty Deadly debuting. Pretty Deadly The Musical. Nia put over how she beat Bayley at Summerslam, she hated the decour, and told Tiffany that she prefers destructiion. Yeah. I agree, the decour looked like, a. Mr Kipling Angel Cake, and Pretty Deadly sounded out of tune, oh well at least Michin attacked Nia with a Kendo stick. She's now got herself a WWE Womens Championship match at a later date. This pissed off. Chelsea Green, and. Piper Niven. Nia beat her down later on. Bow down to the Queen indeed.

Naomi. Jade Cargill. Bianca Belair Segment

Naomi. Jade Cargill, and. Bianca Belair, were backstage, and they bumped into Carmelo Hayes, who was trying to get these ladies to go to his after party, when he beats Andrade. Naomi, then lost to Blair Davenport in a solid tv match.

Andrade vs Carmelo Hayes

Carmelo Hayes, beat. Andrade in a solid tv match, and arguably their best so far,

The Bloodline Segment

Tama Tonga, and. Solo Sikoa, were backstage, going over plans for Roman, this would be act as a pre causer for what came later.

Giovani Vinci Segment

Giovani Vinci had another vingnette, and as these continue. I'm convinced WWE are trying create their own version of Andrew Tate, basically, a smug dickhead.

RIP Afa Anoai

Yesterday. The world was saddened to hear the news of the passing, of. Afa Anoai. From me at. Exstreme Wrestling Reviews. I would like to send out my thoughts, and Prayers, to his family, and friends. His impact will always be felt.

Kevin Owens vs Grayson Waller

Kevin Owens, beat. Grayson Waller in a decent tv match. Theory, and. Waller then tried to beat Kevin down in the aftermath, causing Cody Rhodes, to come out and make the save, the pair, then had an interesting show of respect.

Legado Delfantasma Dinner Segment

Legado Delfantasma, went over thier plans for LA Knight, whilst eating dinner. LA Knight then answered this back later in style. Yeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah.

The Street Profits vs DIY

The Street Profits, beat. DIY, to become the no1 contenders for the WWE Tag Team Championship. I don't think The Profits, want this new Bloodline smoke.

The Bloodline Segment

I loved this segment. Solo came out, he tried to get the fans in orlando to acknowledge him, but they were having none of it, so he called out his cousin. Roman came out to a kings pop, and he instantly went into business, by battering his family members, Tama, and solo counteracted this, but Roman got Solo with a Superman Punch, and a Sphere. Roman placed the Hulafala on his head, only to be attacked by a returning Jacob Fatu. Solo took the Hulufala back, as they stood over a fallen Tribal Chief, to end the broadcast. 

Overview Of Friday Night Smackdown

With the in ring action, being performed at a mid pace, and the promos becoming the highlight of the show. This. Was. Again was another solid show.

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

AEW Dynamite Review 15.8.2024

Intro 

Ok everyone sing it with me. You know we belong together, I will love Tony Khans little promotion that can, forever, and ever. I'm walking on air, just to know, an alternative is there. Let's all hold them in our arms, and don't let them go. I want them to be around forever. Closer each day. AEW is better than Home And Away, enjoy. Australia, because it looks you're getting an AEW PPV. Enjoy it. Drink it in, and get excited. Alf Stewart vs Chris Jericho sounds bonza, doesn't it. I don't think other countries, will have a clue what i'm on about.

Mercedes Mone vs Hikaru Shida TBS Championship

I. Thought this was a slog to get through, bare in mind I watched this at 6.30 in the am. It felt like both ladies, were feeling each other out, it took a while for it to get going, and the match suffered as a result. Mercedes retained, thanks to camile battering a sting lookalike, this allowed Britt Baker to attack Mercedes from behind, to end the segment.

Hangman Adam Page vs Jay Lethal

The only way I can describe this, is by inserting everyones. Rod, and. Todd Flanders voice. What would you prefer, a happy Hangman or an angry Hangman? Happy Hangman. Yeah, he battered Lethal here, and it was great.

MJF Segment

I liked all of this, from his appearance at RevPro, from this past weekend. To Will Osperay having his say, whilst the realisation sunk in. Max is in the UK, lord help us all. How are you doin Ollie Davis? Max is making you sweat isn't he.

Pac wants Wembley

Pac can't have a Wembley moment, but don't worry, he'll meet the winner of the American Championship at All Out.

Darby Allin Segment

Darby Allin, then spoke facts, he said that Jack Perry, doesn't have know the meaning of. Hardwork. Sacrifice, and. being himself, because he got signed by his friends. Darby then made his way to the stage, and he got attacked, by the burrito loving Scapegoat. The pair brawled backstage. Perry tried to commit murder on live tv, refs and security, tried to stop Perry, and when they finally did, Perry said that he wants their match at All In to be a coffin match. Tony Khan made this official later on.

Marieh May Segment

Marieh May, then did her best Sharon Stone impersonation, that's all I have to say about this segment.

Orange Cassidy vs Roderick Strong vs Kyle O'reilly

Orange Cassidy, beat. Roderick Strong, and. Kyle O'reilly, in a solid tv match, he will be the first entrant in the Casino Gauntlet match, at. All In.

Castagnoli and Okada Segment

Ok, even though this segment, was a bit short. I'm starting to think the Cardiff Dynamite, is starting to look good.

Christian Cage Segment

Christian Cage, then said what his career goals are, the first one, become a Kenny Omega impersonator, and collect belts, and the other one, a motivational speaker, he started off by saying that Renee Paquette is a bad mum. What a nice guy. I love this man.

Hook Segment

Tony Schiavone, then interviewed Hook, everyones favourite one eyed bandit came out, and he called out Chris Jericho, for a fight, there and now. Chris came out, and he refused the fight, but instead, he said, would you like a tussle at Wembley Stadium. Hook accepted, but Chris had a couple tricks up his sleeve, the first one. If he lost, then Hook will never be able to challenge for the FTW Championship again, oh, and next week, he has to face Big Bill.

The Young Bucks vs The Aclaimed

The match was decent, but the outcome was lazy. The Physicality, and chemistry, was great from both sides, but the match being thrown out, due to interference from FTR, and the fact that, the fake Adam Pearce, had to step in, and make a no1 contenders match for Collision, just felt lazy.

Bryan Danielson Vingnette

I thought this an emotional rollercoaster, I went from joy, to sadness, to overwhelming happiness in a matter of minutes. The thought of him wrestling on a reduced schedule is something i've never thought about, until now, the footage from his ROH days, to all of this being soundtracked beautifully, by the band that I spent £100 on seeing, at the same venue as All In back in june. Simply put. I loved all of this.

Wheeler Yuta vs Swerve Strickland

Swerve Strickland, beat. Wheeler in a decent main event, from Danielson sitting at ringside, to poor old Yuta becoming collateral damage, after Swerve battered him for the finish. Swerve then cut a promo on Danielson, as Yuta's mentor stepped in the ring. Swerve gave Danielson, the. Hangman Adam Page treatment, and threatened to murder him in front of his family, this was a great way to end the broadcast.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite

All in all. This. Was, a very uneven episode of weekly tv, but did the good outweigh the bad, well. if i'm honest. Yes, but just about.

This weeks AEW Dynamite is a good 7/10.