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TNA needs a creative spark after June 11 slump
TNA is struggling to maintain momentum after a disappointing June 11 ratings report. With a …
1 month ago
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Cody Rhodes and GUNTHER need more than a standard finish on SmackDown
Cody Rhodes and GUNTHER head into a high-stakes SmackDown main event, but the booking risks …
1 month ago
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Matt Riddle and the burden of public perception
Matt Riddle is grappling with external noise that is overshadowing his work in the ring. …
1 month ago
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The Raw power shift: Why June 15 was a turning point for the brand
Analyzing the brutal shifts in the Raw hierarchy following the June 15 broadcast in Baltimore, …
1 month, 1 week ago
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Jack Perry's ticking clock creates an AEW headache
Jack Perry's contract is nearing its expiration, forcing AEW and the performer into a high-stakes …
1 month, 1 week ago
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The Rock is finally done playing the political game
Dwayne Johnson is backing away from political commentary, but the move highlights a deeper shift …
1 month, 1 week ago
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Why we are romanticizing the wrong era of wrestling commentary
Modern wrestling commentary is suffering from a disconnect between the action in the ring and …
1 month, 1 week ago
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Vampiro’s return exposes the fragility of independent wrestling event planning
Vampiro’s emergency return to the ring isn't a heart-warming story, it's a symptom of a …
1 month, 1 week ago
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King of the Ring lost its architect, but the tournament remains a broken compass
Eddie Andelman created the King of the Ring, but today's tournament format is failing to …
1 month, 1 week ago
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Josh Hokit has backed himself into a corner at UFC Freedom 250
Josh Hokit finished Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250, but his post-fight antics against Michelle …
1 month, 1 week ago
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The shadow of legal trouble looms over WWE performance metrics
The legal reality of stalkers facing WWE stars is threatening to overshadow the product, even …
1 month, 1 week ago
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Natalya vs Jaida Parker is the NXT litmus test we need
Natalya vs Jaida Parker is more than a standard NXT match; it is a clinical …
1 month, 1 week ago
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Amazing Red is the missing piece for this year's Slammiversary
Amazing Red is back at TNA. As they head toward Slammiversary, I examine why his …
1 month, 1 week ago
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Chad Gable faces his biggest identity crisis yet against Rusev
Chad Gable returns to Raw to face Rusev following his unmasking as El Grande Americano. …
1 month, 1 week ago
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MLW hits episode 200 and the roster is looking volatile
MLW hits its 200th episode milestone this weekend. I analyze why the heavy talent load …
1 month, 1 week ago
NJPW enters a strange new era after the carnage at Dominion
New Japan Pro-Wrestling's Dominion event has fundamentally altered the company's trajectory. I analyze why the …
1 month, 1 week ago
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Blake Monroe's vanity projects might be masking a lack of focus
Blake Monroe is prioritizing flash over fundamentals, and her ring work is suffering because of …
1 month, 1 week ago
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SmackDown is shifting its focus toward tournament intensity
The King and Queen of the Ring semifinals are defining the current SmackDown creative direction. …
1 month, 1 week ago
UWN Sunday Night Slam needs a strong showing in Long Beach
UWN returns to Long Beach tonight for Sunday Night Slam. I’m breaking down the booking …
1 month, 1 week ago
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Chad Gable is finally the main event player we knew he could be
Chad Gable has evolved from a comedic midcarder into a ruthless technical force. The tactical …
1 month, 1 week ago