WWE Bash In Berlin Review 31.8.2024

Intro

I can't believe how quick August has gone. It seems like yesterday, when me and my friend Dave were making plans to meet up in London over AEW All In weekend, and now, here we are. WWE Bash In Berlin, and if think i'm slowing down. NO CHANCE, because i'm only getting started.

Kevin Owens vs Cody Rhodes WWE Undisputed Championship

I loved this match, their stair down at the beginning felt, visceral, and, vital. The physicality was performed at a steady pace, and moulded into the story, to create a great woven tapestry of a match. Both men gave everything to the course of taking the fans on a ride, that didn't let up at any point. The in ring work was solid, and the near falls fell into place nicely, as. Cody retained. The show of respect at the end between the two, was a great. Ok. I'm not going to lie. I thought that Kevin Owens, was going to turn heel on Cody, but, he didn't, and you know what. It makes sense, when you think about it.

Fyre and Dawn vs Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair Womens Tag Team Championship

I thought this match fell flat. It was clunky in places, and in my opinion, it never recovered. Jade, and. Bianca won their belts back. in order to become two time Tag Team champions. I wasn't impressed.

Cm Punk vs Drew Mcintyre Strap Match

I liked all of this. The match was a simplistic showcase in great storytelling. Drews obsession became the main focus, alongside the great physicality. In the words of Good Old Jim Ross, these two men whipped each other like a couple of Goverment Mules. Punk got put through a table. Drew sold the pain of a sharpshooter perfectly, but he struggled to put Punk away, he gave The Second City Saint a claymore, but this wasn't enough, because Drews mindgames became his downfall. Punk noticed, that Drew had put on the bracelet that he stole from him, and after a great final exchange. Punk got the win, after he gave Drew 3 gts's, and then touched all 4 corners of the ring. I think the next step for this rivalry, is going to go straight through hell and back.

Record set

WWE's German announcer Sebastian Hackl, informed the fans, that Bash In Berlin is the highest grossing arena event In WWE history. I'm not suprised, I mean the price of the tickets were going for nearly $4.00 euros. Now thats expensive.

The Human Oven and The Mullet Chaser vs The Terror Twins

I had a lot of fun watching this. It was a storythreaded cotton candy fan pleaser. The match was worked at a decent pace, and the physicality blended in with in ring work. Rhea, and. Priest got the win, after a flurry of shenanigans including The Judgement Day went south. Both. The Human Oven, and. The Mulletchaser were hit with a couple Razors Edge's. I don't think that The Human Oven will be eating any Chicken Tenders tonight. I think The Mullet Chaser might have to punish him. ( if you know what I'm saying )

Gunther vs Randy Orton WWE Heavyweight Championship

This. Was. My match of the night, from. Ludwig Kaiser, taking over from Samantha Irvin, and announcing his Imperium leaders stats, also the sight of wade Barrett getting down with his bad self, was a sight to be seen. The in ring work resembled a slugfest, that helped both mens differant styles mold together, this allowed the physicality to flow like a fine craft beer. Gunther got put through the announcers table by Randy. The near falls were well placed, but it was Gunther who retained his belt, when he made Randy pass out, after a fantastic final exchange. The fans were electric through this match, and the evening. They gave Gunther a standing ovation, as he stood up victorious, and you know what, it was well deserved.

Overview Of Bash In Berlin

WWE's hot streak of international PLE's continues, because. Bash In Berlin has been nothing short of a triumph. The In ring work was elevated by a red hot crowd. Which should send a message to fans around the world, this is how it should be done.

WWE Bash In Berlin is a solid 9/10. 

My Top 5 Cm Punk Matches

Intro

When you think of the name Cm Punk, what words come to mind, to some. Trouble. Controversial, and. Mass Panic, come to mind, but to me. Passion. Fire, and. Baked Goods comes to mind. If you haven't guessed I'm a massive fan of one Cm Punk, and with him facing Drew Mcintyre, at this weekends Bash In Berlin PLE. I think there's no better time, to take a trip down Cult Of Personality lane. Right, I think im going to crack open a mango flavoured Pepsi Max.

5 Cm Punk vs Eddie Kingston AEW Full Gear 2021

When this got confirmed, my old school ROH loving heart skipped a beat. Both men travelled the same roads, before Punk went to WWE, so when you ad all of these ingridients together, what you got was an excellent match, that came from a brilliant promo on Rampage. I loved all of this.

4 Cm Punk vs Brock Lesnar Summerslam 2013

I can understand that this match, will be looked at with differant eyes, in 2024, due to the fact that Brock lesnars future with WWE is up in the air, because he was brought up in the He Who Shall Not Named lawsuit. But he did have some great matches, and this was one of them. This match came at the height of Punks creative frustration, and as a result, we got this excellent match, the nearfalls were well timed, and the flow is something, that after this, went missing from WWE tv. Daniel Bryan might have been screwed in the main event, by. The Authority in the main event, but. Punk, and. Lesnar stole the show.

3 Cm Punk vs The Undertaker Wrestlemania 29

In 2013. WWE was overseeing it's own creative downfall, as criticism from fans, was getting even more harder to ignore. Cm Punk over the past two years, prior to this match, had found a way, to stretch out a path for success for himself. His 18 month run with the WWE Championship, had come to an end at the hands of The Rock, which acted as the main set up for his twice in a lifetime match against John Cena, as the main event of this show, But. Punk, and. Taker. Stole the show. This may have had an ill timed build, after the death of Paul Bearer. ( Which is still uneasy to watch for me ) The nearfalls were sensational, and the drama was elevated, with the legit threat of the streak possibly coming to and end. I think this was the best match, in the later days of the streak in my opinion.

2 Cm Punk vs MJF AEW Revolution 2022

I don't know what else to say about this match other than, it was perfect, The build was a thing of perfection, and the match was a bloody beatiful reminder, of just how majestic Pro wrestling can be. This was perfection personified.

1 Cm Punk vs Samoa Joe ROH 2002

Many fans point to their second match, as the best in their trilogy, but for my money, the first one, was, by far one of their crowning achievements. It might not have the flash of scene from back then, but, this is essential viewing, as both mens passion, made this a high end affair, that holds up, to this very day.

My Top 5 AEW PPV's

Intro

Over the past few years, me and my mates have debated quite a lot of things, from, should my beloved Arsenal sack Mikel Arteta. ( the answer is yes ) Is captain Kirk, better than Picard. Or who would win in a fight between. Superman, and. Batman, but given the fact, that were all wrestling fans, and not just Nerds. I have often asked. What is the best AEW PPV? Given the fact that Tony Khans little promotion that can, has only been going for the past five years, it has managed to garner a strong following online, and in tv audiences, even though their viewing figures aren't were they need to be at the moment, their lead into PPV's 9 times out 0f 10 deliver, with one exception. ( here's looking at you Revolution 2023 ) So I think it's time we load up the Thriller tv app, sit back, and watch these PPV's. ( after you've read this)

5 Double Or Nothing 2020

This, for me, came at the wright time. I was at home, like everyone else in the world, due to global restrictions, brought in due to the, at that point, ever growing world wide problems. The Show opened up, with AEW Stars such as Nyla Rose. JungleBoy, and. Jon Moxley, amongst others, giving their thanks to the all First Responders, on a global level. This. Was. A message that needed to be said, and at such a pivotable moment in world history, as scare tactics, and unemployment, were slowly becoming the norm. The card was great from top to bottom, and the Stadium Stampede match was a highlight in hilarity. I mean Sammy Guervara getting suplexed across a football field, by. Kenny Omega, never fails to make me laugh.

4 All Out 2021

Ok, were do I start with this master stroke of a PPV. I could start with the debuts of Adam cole, and. Bryan Danielson, or maybe because this kicked off the run for Cm Punk, when he faced off against Darby Allin, or maybe it's because they had at least 6 match of the year contenders on this show. Tony Khan hit lighting in a bottle on this Night, and with matches like. Jon Moxley vs Minoru Suzuki. The Young Bucks vs The Lucha Bros in a Steel Cage. MJF vs Chris Jericho, and. Christian Cage vs Kenny Omega for the AEW world Heavyweight Championship. I think it was safe to say, that AEW were going to be ok.

3 Revolution 2022

I love this show. It's as close to near perfect, as you're ever going to get, in terms of a wrestling show. From Danielson vs Moxley. Chris Jericho vs Eddie Kingston. Adam Cole vs Hangman Adam Page, and of course. Cm Punk vs MJF. To me, this match is the standard bearer for excellent storytelling, in modern day Pro wrestling, I mean what more can I say.

2 All In 2023

Ok. I'm going to be a little biased here, because I attended this show, but the little did I know, It would go down in infamy, because it would act as the last action of Cm Punk, who would end being fired, after he had a backstage altercation with Jack Perry, but this didn't harper my enjoyment, because. Chris Jericho, and Will Osperay, had a solid match. MJF, and Adam Cole, had a barn burner of a main event, and the tributes to a recently departed Bray Wyatt, had me crying. It's moments like this, that make me think, there are reminders, that this industry, has moments that can be cathartic, alongside life affirming.

1 All In 2024

Just thinking about this show, brings up great memories for me, and it was only last weekend. Marieh May, and. Toni Storm, had a great match. The Casino Gauntlet Match, ruled major arse. Will Osperay, and. MJF, had a match of the year contender, and my voice has just recovered from Danielson vs Swerve. I also attended this show, So, yeah, what can I say. I'm biased.

Smackdown Review 30.8.2024

Intro

As WWE continues to go on there global expansion mission, this weekend sees Germany become there next port of call. I have liked the international PLE's so far this year. The ergency has been felt by the fans, as their passion will come through my tv tomorrow night.

Superstars Seen Showing up

Nia Jax. Tiffany stratton, and. Cody Rhodes, were all seen showing to the arena.

LA Knight Segment

I love this man, he echoed the passion of the fans, and they were pleased to see him. This Is WWE's first tv live broadcast in Germany for 27 years, and they start it off with this guy. He said, after he defended his belt last week, against Santos last week, he will be a fighting champion, so he's brought in an open challenge, and this time it was answered, by local hero. Ludwig Kaiser, he said no one is better than him, to take the belt off of Knight, and when he does, he will turn it into his own personal European Championship. Knight echoed the sentiments back, when he said, he will make Kaiser will pledge aligance to him. The pair then had an impromptu match. It was fine, nothing much to write home about. Knight got the win, and retained his belt.

Crews and Corbin vs Los Garza

The sexiest pair of bastards in all of WWE, beat. Crews and Corbin in a flat tv match.

The Bloodline Segment

Ok. I think The Bloodline are going to murder. DIY, and. The Street Profits next week, sending a message, to all Tag Teams, if you want to face us, then you've got to acknowledge us.

Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens segment

Nick Aldis, thanked the fans for a memorable European Tour. The vingnette played, and he then took a back seat, as. Kevin Owens, and. Cody Rhodes took over, and this was the highlight of the show. I liked all of this. From the echoes of crossing paths, KO using the fear of doudt tactic, this brought in the fear of backstabbing, and the impending promise of a heel turn, in classic WWE fashion, their match tomorrow night is now a must see.

Andrade vs Carmelo Hayes

Carmelo Hayes, beat. Andrade. In another great tv outing, now I don't know about you guys, but these two can't fail to have great tv matches.

Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill Segment

We then got a vingnette from. Bianca Belair, and. Jade Cargill. Ok after this. I'm pumped for their match, against. Fyre And Dawn tomorrow night.

Michin vs Nia Jax Street Fight WWE Womens Championship

I had a lot of fun watching this. From Michin, getting the walkthrough camera treatment, with weapons. Nia Jax didn't have any weapons, because she's a weapon, in her own right. Trash cans were used, table spots, were proven to be vital. Tiffany Stratton tried to cash in her MITB briefcase, which caused a returning Bayley to come out, and help her friend, but this backfired, as. Nia retained, after she planted Michin through a table, and then gave her an eNialator, for good measures.

Overview Of Smackdown

I have to say. I enjoyed this weeks Smackdown. I don't know if it's the in ring work being decent, or whether it's the fact that I was able to watch it at a normal time, this was a decent show.

 This weeks Smackdown is a decent 7/10.

Aew Dynamite Review 29.8.2024

Intro

As my All In hangover, starts to clear for another year. I would like to say a massive thank you, to all of the people that I met, all of the people who were excepting of this blog, and of course, all the wrestlers who took photos with me, all of this will never be forgotten. Ps. My Mum still can't believe that I was scissored by a man called Daddyass.

Jon Moxley Is Back

Tony Schiavone tried to Interview Jon Moxley, but what he got in return, was a cold stare, and a stark warning. Moxley called out Darby Allin, who I think is in therapy, after almost getting killed on Sunday. Mox ended this by saying that, this isn't tony's company anymore, and walked out. Later on he was seen prowling through the backstage area, when he came across some work hands, and from out of nowhere came Marina Shafir, to deck all of them, another one came from around the corner, and was like. Nah, i'm alright. I don't need this smoke. I liked this.

The Conglomeration Segment

Am I the only person who thinks that Mark Briscoe is just the best, also Willow Nightingale will face Kris Statlander in a Chicago Street Fight at All Out. Also Hook, mate. Chili Heatwave Doritos aren't great, the best flavour is cool flavour. I know It's a bit of a controversial choice, but it's my fave, especially with peanut butter sandwiches. I hate Chris Jericho.

Hangman Adam Page vs Tomohiro Ishii

I loved this match, from both men examining each others heads, including a contorsion. Hangman no selling Ishii's chops, a lariot nearfall on Page was well paced, and the physicality was great throughout. Hangman got the win, with a deadeye and buckshot lariot combo. He then had a face to face against Swerve Strickland. This. was excellent. Their promo dual shook my earth, and laid the groundwork for what is to come. A Steel Cage Match between the pair, at All Out. I can see the blood drinking now.

Jamie Hayter vs Harley Cameron

A returning Jamie Hayter, beat. Harley Cameron, in a decent tv match. I love the fact that Jamie Hayter is back.

MJF Segment

From headaches, pain, and complete hypocrisy. Yeah, it could only mean one thing. MJF was on the war path. He denounced himself as an American, and denounced himself away from the fans, because they showed him no respect, and outlining the company as a circus, he said that he's not done with Will Osperay, and as for Daniel Garcia, well he's a bum. Garcia then attacked Max from behind, and challenged him to a match at All Out. I liked this development.

Hook and The Conglomeration vs The Learning Tree and Roderick Strong

Hook, and. The Conglomeration, beat. Roderick Strong, and. The Learning Tree, in a fun match. On paper I thought this was a bad idea, but it turned out to be a lot of fun, from Bryan Keith screaming from Hooks belly to bellys. Orange Cassidy getting ragdolled, Mark Briscoe having some chair fun, this all led to Hook getting the win, with a red rum. You love to see it.

C.E.O Segment

Even though this screamed more WWE, and I can understand why this would ditract some fans, but I had a lot of fun watching this. My new best mates Private Party, had a meeting with Mercedes Mone at her celebration party. She was not impressed with Isiahs flirting, and they were told to leave. Also Okada as a security guard. He looked like he was having the time of his life. Just look at his little face. So much joy.

Marieh May Championship Celebration

Sharon Stone, I mean Marieh May, told Tony Schiavone, that her title celebration was cancelled, because she was more interested in bodyshaming the female fans, who love cheap beer, and then stripped off, leaving Schiavone in a flattered state. I hated this segment. Bodyshaming isn't funny, and shouldn't be used for cheap heat.

Grizzled Young Veterans segment

Grizzled Young Veterans vs The Young Bucks, at a later point, hmm, yes please.

Ricochet vs Kyle Fletcher

Ricochet, beat. Kyle Fletcher in an excellent tv encounter, that delivered on every level. The physicality was great, and the pacing was superb. This is a must watch. Will Osperay came out, but he was decked by Pac, who cut a promo on the pair. He told Ricochet to get to the back of the line, and reminded Will that he will see him at All Out. I liked this development.

Bryan Danielson Segment

Our new Aew World Heavyweight Champion. Bryan Danielson came out. The emotion was written all over his face, when he lifted the belt with pride. The echoes of family, and injury worries, were a factor here, as the chant of thank you Bryan echoed throughout the arena, he told fans that he wasn't going to walk away just yet, because he's going to fight for the belt, because he has more heads to kick in, and if anyone wants to step up, then he's ready to take the fight. Jack Perry showed up on the screen, and cut a promo on him, this acted as a rouse, allowing Perry to jump Danielson from behind, to end the broadcast.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite

This. Was. A great episode of weekly tv. AEW has been on a real hot streak, when it comes to their tv output of late, and this was a continuation of that. Solid in ring work, and great gromos. This. Was. Brilliant.

This weeks AEW Dynamite is a solid 9/10.

My Top 5 Take Aways From AEW All In

Intro

It's Monday afternoon, and i'm recovering from the night before, and when I say that. I'm not hung over, i'm tired after a hectic weekend in London. AEW All In was awesome, and over the two days that I spent in Wembley, these were my take aways.

5 Oh the tears

As the night drawed to a close, I started to feel an overwhelming sense of joy, sadness, and, love, because all of these emotions came out of my body watching, Swerve and Danielson, these men gave everything, and it was excellent to see, were do we go from here with Danielson, honestly I don't know, and you know what. I don't care, because, the execution was perfect, and you can't top that.

4 Meeting The Stars Of AEW 

If you've read my other piece, then you'll know, my thoughts already, but if haven't read it yet. I met. Bryce Remsberg. Luther. The Aclaimed. Alex abrahantez. Kyle O'reilly. Christopher Daniels. Hook. Saraya, and. Jack Perry, and they were all very nice.

3 Ricochet is All Elite

The Casino Gauntlet Match, to me delivered, in more ways than one, we were treated to the fact that Zac Sabre Jnr. Kazuchika Okada. Hangman Adam Page, and Orange Cassidy, were all in the same ring at the same time, and of course there was the return to the ring of Nigel Mcguiness. I thought that this was a nice touch, because Nigel was told that he had to retire, back in 2011, whilst his friends, went on to win world Championships. Jamie, but then came the most anticipated debut of the year. Ricochet is All Elite, and as he walked down to the ring, I let out a cry of excitement. Let me explain. Ricochet vs Shibata. Ricochet vs Hangman Adam Page. Ricochet vs Okada. Ricochet vs Orange Cassidy, and of course, there's that good old fashioned trip down indy lane. Ricochet vs Will Osperay. I need I say anymore.

2 MJF and Will Osperay Had A Match Of The Contender

Their isn't much else I can say other than this was a flawless exchange rate, being performed by two of the industries best performers, enough said.

1 Catching Up With Old Friends

I haven't seen my friend Dave in over 8 months, and it was great to see him back to his old self. Wrestling is a great thing, were both massive fans, and when I told him that i was going to train myself to write a blog, he got in instantly, and supported me, like an extra family member, so meeting up after so long was great, because to me, this is what it's all about. Good friends. Good times, what else can I say.

Monday Night Raw Review 27.8.2024

Dedication

As I sit here on a Tuesday morning, i'm feeling deflated, because after we had the celebration that was AEW All In, we then heard the sad news, that. Sid Eudy, better known as Sid Justice. Psycho Sid, and. Sid Vicous, has passed away, he was 63 years old. The Tributes have been flooding in from all corners of the wrestling industry, from the likes of. Shawn Michaels. HHH. Booker T, and. Eric bischoff. Yeah. I dont know what to say other than, tell your loved ones, that you love them, because life is short.

Superstars Seen Showing Up

Bron Breakker. American Made. Braun Strowman, and. Big Bronson reed, were all seen showing up to the arena.

Judgement Day segment

The Mullet Chaser, started things off, and I have to say, she's isn't a very good promo, she put over, taking what wasn't hers, and. Carlito thought this was cool. JD said that Damian, and. Rhea, had it coming, because they had become problems. The Mullet Chaser, was borderline, unwatchable, as she threatened murder on live tv. The Human Oven took the mic, and said that, The Mullet Chaser, does more for him, by helping him beat his deadbeat dad. I also think she allows him to eat Chicken Tenders in bed, amongst other food items. ( because they're filthy people ) His dad Rey came with the LWO, and gave him a verbal undressing, which was the equivalant, to telling him, to go and sit on the naughty step, and think about what he's done, because he's a lost little boy, without any balls. The Mullet Chaser, backed up her man, and a fight broke out, this lead to an impromptu match, between the two factions, and it was a lot of fun. Jaquin Wilde went flying. The Mullet Chaser, helped her man get the win for her man, by ruining Rey's frogsplash, and. Damian, and. Rhea, then came out, and. The Human Oven, and his girlfriend, were taught a lesson. Finn agreed with Jd earlier on. Rhea, and. Priest answered this back later on. All of this was good.

Damage Ctrl vs Pure Fusion Collective

Damage Ctrl, beat. Pure Fusion Collective, in a flat boring tv match, yeah. I have nothing more to say.

Uncle Howdy Segment

I liked all of this. Bo Dallas, intertwined his inner mental state, as he explained his feelings about. Chad Gable. 

Drew Mcintyre Segment

Drew Mcintyre came out, and went into autodrive, talking about Cm Punk for 10 minutes, he echoed the sentiment of fan appreciation, he then grabbed my attention, by sitting in the ring cross legged, he put the blame on the fans, for giving Punk his big ego. Drew said that he's scared, and full of himself, and that every time fans chant his name, they buy into the nostalgia, but that won't help Punk, when Drew is lashing. Punk then attacked Drew from behind, to end the segment. I loved all of this.

Jey Uso vs Kofi Kingston vs Karrion Kross IC Championship Tournament

I liked this, from Jeys energetic entrance through the fans, his chemistry with Kofi, this is also the best that Karrion Kross has looked in a long time. Jey got the win and advances in the tournament. Pete Dunne later on beat. The Miz, and Xavier Woods, in the second match later on in the show.

Gunther and Randy Segment

Gunther then appeared in a pre recorded video, and he insisted that his focus is still on Randy, this was counteracted perfectly by Randy. He said that it's refreshing to hear fans sing his entrance music, he spoke about all of his career achievements, that has spanned over two decades, whilst talking about the harsh realities of injuries, and the controversies, that he's been involved in. Gunther is going to have a boot shoved up his arse, when Randy excerts his demons, with the three most devastating letters in Sports Entertainment RKO. All of this was great. Bash In Berlin is now a must see for my money.

Braun Strowman vs Big Bronson Reed

This to me, this is one of those matches were I don't care who wins, because these two Big Bulls, battered each other. The fight went all over the arena, and into the car park. I'm British we don't say Parking lot. Bronson, gave. Braun, a tsunami, putting him through the roof of a car. This. Was, the definition of two big men slapping meat.

Uncle Howdy vs Chad Gable

Uncle Howdy, then had a lovely time, when he beat Chad Gable in a solid tv match, which acted as another touching tribute to Bo's late Brother. Bray would be so proud looking down on how his legacy is being handled.

 Overview Of Monday Night Raw

Was this the best go home show, before a PLE that I have ever seen, well no, but did it do the job that WWE needed it to do, well, yes. I now can't wait for the PLE.