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BasementJer and RichTheRiz break down Wrestlepalooza 2025—the highs, lows, and the “very mid” moments. We open with overall impressions, then dive into John Cena vs Brock Lesnar (short and undercooked), the Usos vs The 2 Brons with LA Knight as special ref, Stephanie Vaquer vs IYO SKY (best pure wrestling on the card), the mixed tag (Seth Rollins & Becky vs AJ Lee & CM Punk), and the main event: Cody Rhodes vs Drew McIntyre (good match, weird ref call). We also hit NXT fallout (new champ, title retentions) and the teased AJ Styles vs John Cena direction.   👊 Grades: Jer (6/10), Riz (4/10). 💬 Drop your score and MOTN below—did WWE over-promise?   🔔 Subscribe for RAW watch parties & weekly recaps. 🧠 Follow the Bookers: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz on X 📧 Business: Basementbookers@gmail.com

WWE Wrestlepalooza 2025 is here, live from Indianapolis—and we’ve got full predictions and spicy takes! We break down John Cena vs Brock Lesnar (confirmed to OPEN the show), Cody Rhodes vs Drew McIntyre for the Undisputed WWE Championship, CM Punk & AJ Lee vs Seth Rollins & Becky Lynch, IYO SKY vs Stephanie Vaquer for the Women’s World Title, and The Usos vs The Vision (Bronson Reed & Bron Breakker). We also debate Bleacher Report’s Top 25 Women’s Wrestlers list (Naomi snub?!), and what post-match shenanigans might set Raw on fire. 📺 How to watch: ESPN App in the U.S. (ESPN Unlimited) and Netflix internationally, 7 PM ET, Saturday, Sept 20. ✊ Subscribe for more WWE previews, reviews, and live watch parties from the Basement Bookers Podcast.   Follow us on X: @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz Business: Basementbookers@gmail.com

Basement Bookers Podcast breaks down the week in WWE: reports of Andrade’s WWE exit and what really happened, Dominik Mysterio capturing the AAA Mega Championship, AJ Lee’s return build on RAW ahead of Wrestlepalooza, SmackDown fallout, and Worlds Collide highlights. Plus quick thoughts on WWE’s WrestleMania 43 heading to Riyadh in 2027.   WWE Raw preview (AJ Lee & Punk face Rollins & Becky; special 7pm ET start).    Dominik Mysterio wins AAA Mega Title at Worlds Collide.    WWE announces WrestleMania 43 in Riyadh (2027).    Andrade situation (release/discipline reporting).      👊 If you enjoyed this, like & subscribe—over half of you watching aren’t subbed. 🎧 Catch the full Basement Bookers Podcast and join our next RAW Watch Party.

Basement Bookers Podcast — brand new episode! Jer  & Rich The Riz break down WWE’s week: Clash in Paris results and the wild fallout on SmackDown and Raw. John Cena vs Logan Paul delivered, Roman’s saga marches on, Becky Lynch makes a statement for The Vision, and AJ LEE RETURNS to confront Becky & Seth—setting the stage for a blockbuster mixed tag with CM Punk.   What we cover   Clash in Paris highlights: Cena vs Logan Paul, Roman vs Bronson, Fatal 4-Way main event   Becky Lynch goes full Vision—low blow to Punk & Monday follow-up   SmackDown: Cena farewell segment, Sami Zayn’s U.S. Open Challenge, Brock’s F-5 storm   AJ Lee’s return implications: mixed tag trajectory, Becky vs AJ IC picture   Tag scene shakeups: Street Profits tension, Usos path vs Bronn & Bronson   Women’s title lanes: IYO SKY vs Stephanie Vaquer watch, Asuka variable   Where does LA Knight fit next?   📺 LIVE: Monday Night Raw Watch Party — Mondays 8pm ET 👍 Like, subscribe, and drop your take: AJ Lee’s return, Cena vs Sami in Chicago, and Clash in Paris MVP.   🔗 Support the show: Patreon.com/BasementBookersPod 📧 Business: Basementbookers@gmail.com   🐦 Follow: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz

It’s the 600th episode of the Basement Bookers Podcast 🎉 and what better way to celebrate than with our full WWE Clash in Paris 2025 Picks & Predictions! We’re breaking down all 5 matches on the card, including: John Cena vs Logan Paul in a massive main event Seth Rollins vs CM Punk vs Jey Uso vs LA Knight in a World Title Fatal 4-Way Roman Reigns vs Bronson Reed Becky Lynch vs Nikki Bella for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship Rusev vs Sheamus in a Donnybrook Match Plus: our bold predictions for surprise appearances, potential Brock Lesnar interference, and the fallout heading into Wrestlepalooza. 👇 Who do YOU think is walking out of Paris with the biggest win? Drop your predictions in the comments! X - @BasementJer @RichTheRiz  📌 Support & Follow Basement Bookers: 🔗 Patreon (Free or chuck in a buck!): patreon.com/BasementBookersPod 📧 Email: BasementBookers@gmail.com

This week on the Basement Bookers Podcast, we cover one of the most stacked weeks in wrestling news:   Raja Jackson’s controversial Psycho Stew incident and Rampage Jackson’s response The future of Naomi’s Women’s World Championship and calls for an interim champ Two years since Bray Wyatt’s passing and the Wyatt 6 holding gold The dreaded Chris Jericho Vortex and rumors of his WWE return Shock surrounding Hulk Hogan’s passing and wild speculation   Clash in Paris 2025 preview: Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed, John Cena vs. Logan Paul, and more   The Basement Bookers keep it real with no filters, no fluff — just raw wrestling talk.   👉 Subscribe & join the conversation. 📩 Business: BasementBookers@gmail.com 💪 Patreon: patreon.com/BasementBookersPod Twitter/X : @RichTheRiz @Basementjer

Welcome to the Basement Bookers Podcast with your boys Rich The Riz and BasementJer! This week, we dive into the wild world of wrestling with hot takes on Naomi’s mysterious absence (pregnancy rumors?), Stephanie Vaquer’s next opponent for Clash in Paris, and a crazy idea for an evil doctor storyline. We also rant about bringing back Stone Cold Steve Austin to shake up the WWE Universe, Finn Balor’s puppet shenanigans at TripleMania, and why Natalia’s stuck in a boring role. Plus, thoughts on The Rock, Cody Rhodes, and the women’s division. Subscribe, like, and drop your thoughts in the comments! 🔥 Topics Covered:   Naomi’s health issue and its impact on the women’s championship Pitching an evil doctor stable in WWE Finn Balor vs. Mr. Iguana’s puppet at TripleMania Natalia’s wasted potential on Raw Stone Cold Steve Austin’s dream return to face Cody Rhodes The Rock’s ego and WWE’s creative struggles Women’s division woes: Tiffany Stratton, Nia Jax, and more   0:00 - Intro and Subscribe Call-to-Action 1:30 - Naomi’s Absence and Pregnancy Speculation 4:20 - Stephanie Vaquer’s Clash in Paris Match 7:00 - Evil Doctor Storyline Pitch 12:30 - Finn Balor’s Puppet Moment at TripleMania 18:00 - Natalia’s Creative Struggles 23:30 - Stone Cold Steve Austin’s Dream Return 34:00 - The Rock’s Influence and WWE’s Issues 40:00 - Women’s Division Frustrations 46:00 - Closing Thoughts and Subscribe Plea   💥 Follow Basement Bookers for more wrestling rants! Should Stone Cold return? What’s next for the women's division? Let us Know!

The Basement Bookers Podcast is back with our full WWE SummerSlam 2025 review — no night-by-night split, just straight talk on the biggest matches, wildest moments, and all the fallout you need to know!   We break down:   Cody Rhodes vs John Cena in a brutal Street Fight for the WWE Championship   Seth Rollins’ surprise return and shocking cash-in on CM Punk   Gunther’s war with CM Punk and what it means for his future   Naomi stealing the win over Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY   Jade Cargill’s rocky night vs Tiffany Stratton   Jelly Roll’s celebrity performance against Logan Paul & Randy Orton   Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss’ Tag Title reign and where it’s headed   Brock Lesnar’s return & possible John Cena showdown   Plus: Karrion Kross & Scarlett’s “alumni” rumors, Wyatt 6 chaos, and our predictions for Clash in Paris   We give you honest match reviews, storyline speculation, fantasy booking, and plenty of laughs along the way. This is the most uncut WWE review you’ll hear anywhere.   Follow & Support Us: 🎙️ Listen to all episodes: Basement Bookers Podcast on Podbean 📺 Watch the show on YouTube: Basement Bookers YouTube 📲 Follow us on social media: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz 💪 Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/BasementBookerspod

The Basement Bookers are back with a full preview of WWE Summerslam 2025!   We break down every confirmed match and fantasy book the biggest moments of the summer!   🔥 Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena – Will it be Cena’s last match? 🛡️ CM Punk takes on GUNTHER in a dream showdown 👑 Naomi, Rhea Ripley, and IYO SKY clash for the Women’s Championship 🤠 Randy Orton & Jelly Roll team up vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul 💼 Fallout from Money in the Bank 🗣️ Plus Roxanne Perez, LA Knight, and TLC Tag Title talk   Hit play, drop a 5-star, and remember... the match of life is scheduled for one fall!   🎙️ Twitter/X: @BasementBookers @BasementJer @RichTheRiz   📸 Instagram: @BasementBookersPod   📺 YouTube: Basement Bookers Podcast   💌 Email: BasementBookers@gmail.com   Join the conversation, send your predictions, or just say what’s up!

This week, we pay tribute to one of wrestling’s most iconic figures—Hulk Hogan. From slamming Andre to forming the NWO and his WrestleMania showdown with The Rock, we reflect on the Hulkster’s legacy, impact, and influence on the entire industry.   We also preview WWE SummerSlam 2025, including:   John Cena vs. Cody Rhodes: Street Fight Showdown   Gunther vs. CM Punk   TLC Tag Title Chaos with the Wyatt 6   Liv Morgan, Roxanne Perez, Becky Lynch storylines   Surprise tag team: Andrade & Rey Fenix?   Fallout from Chelsea Green’s social media exit   Ric Flair health update   Who’s missing from the card? (Where’s LA Knight?!)   We speak from the heart, we speculate wild, and we call it like we see it. You’re not gonna want to miss this one.   🎥 Watch our Hulk Hogan Tribute Video here → [Link] 📅 Join us for RAW Watch Parties every Monday at 8PM ET 🎧 Full audio version on Podbean, Spotify & more   💬 Share your favorite Hulk Hogan memories in the comments. 📲 Follow us @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz @basementbookers 💥 Support the show: https://patreon.com/basementbookerspod   0:00 – Intro: “What you gonna do, brother?” Tribute Begins 1:55 – Reflecting on Hulk Hogan’s Impact on Wrestling 5:45 – Top 3 Hulk Hogan Moments (Andre, NWO, The Rock) 10:10 – Was the Andre Slam Planned? Different Stories 13:22 – The Pre-Internet Wrestling Magic 16:05 – NWO Changed the Business Forever 18:50 – Rock vs. Hogan: Crowd Control Masterclass 22:15 – Hogan’s Legacy vs. Online Hate 24:00 – Japan Run: Hogan vs. Tiger Mask 25:05 – Final Thoughts: RIP Terry Bollea 26:00 – Cena vs. Cody Rhodes SummerSlam Street Fight Preview 30:35 – Will Cody Turn Heel? 32:58 – Gunther vs. CM Punk Speculation 35:10 – TLC Tag Team Title Chaos w/ Wyatt 6 38:55 – Rey Fenix & Andrade Tag Team Push? 41:20 – Freebird Rule for Wyatt 6? Bo Dallas & Rowan 43:40 – Becky Lynch as IC Champion – Women’s Title Outlook 46:30 – Liv Morgan, Roxanne Perez & Bayley Direction 49:10 – Rhea Ripley’s Star Power Compared to Roman 50:45 – Where is LA Knight?! 52:35 – Chelsea Green Social Media Fallout 58:05 – Ric Flair Health Update – Cancer-Free 59:30 – Closing Thoughts on Hogan, Legacy, and Troll Culture 1:04:30 – What Happens After SummerSlam? 1:07:00 – Outro – Share Your Hogan Memories, Follow @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz  

The fallout from WWE Evolution 2025 is HERE, and the Basement Bookers are breaking it all down — unfiltered and unleashed. From Naomi’s shocking cash-in to Goldberg’s war with GUNTHER, we’re talking full match reactions, storytelling breakdowns, and bold predictions as WWE heads into Summerslam and Clash at the Castle: Paris.   Did WWE book it right? Did the women’s Battle Royal deliver? What’s next for Seth Rollins and LA Knight? Is CM Punk playing games with Cena? Plus, a wild promo theory about MJF, Charlotte Flair slander, and why no one is talking about Shayna Baszler.   🎙️ This episode is STACKED — timestamped below for easy jumping. 📲 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay locked in every week!   📌 Follow us: Twitter/X: @BasementBookers @Basementjer @RichThRiz Instagram: @BasementBookerspod 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. Patreon.com/BasementBookersPod   00:00 – Intro: Piping hot coffee & Evolution reaction 01:50 – Goldberg vs GUNTHER: Was it satisfying? 06:10 – LA Knight vs Seth Rollins: Solid match or just “there”? 08:30 – Naomi cashes in! A crowd moment done right 12:00 – Naomi vs Jade Cargill aftermath 14:40 – Women’s Battle Royal: Bianca, Nia, and Shayna Baszler shade 17:50 – Lyra Valkyria vs Becky Lynch vs Bayley: Strong showing or filler? 21:10 – JC Jane retains… but for how long? 24:30 – Charlotte Flair returns (UGH) & Alexa Bliss alliance 26:00 – Trish Stratus vs Tiffany Stratton: Respect to the legend 28:20 – Evolution production notes & crowd energy 31:00 – Clash at the Castle Paris predictions 34:00 – CM Punk vs Cena Summerslam setup teased 36:30 – Who faces Seth Rollins at Summerslam? 38:45 – MJF “Caterpillar” promo deep dive and chaos 42:10 – MJF vs Ricochet possibility 44:00 – Final thoughts & shoutouts

he Basement Bookers are back to break down WWE’s Saturday Night’s Main Event 2025—including Goldberg’s retirement match, shocking developments in the Evolution card, and who’s walking out with the power. Plus, a look at resurfaced lost Bray Wyatt media, the harsh reality of online hate in wrestling, and some of the funniest promos this side of Jacob Fatu.   📌 Let us know your predictions in the comments!   🎧 Listen & Follow:   Twitter/X: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz   💥 New episodes every week. RAW Watchalongs every Monday @ 8PM ET!   00:00 - Intro: Saturday Night's Main Event & Evolution Picks Setup 01:20 - Goldberg vs Gunther: Retirement Match Breakdown 05:45 - Could Roman Return? Tagline Theory: “No One Spared, Everyone Speared” 07:25 - Drew McIntyre vs Randy Orton: “Back to Back” Comeback Clash 10:58 - Solo Sikoa vs Jimmy Uso: Family Feud for the U.S. Title 14:10 - Will Jey or Jacob Fatu Interfere? 15:35 - LA Knight vs Seth Rollins: Control of Power or Just Revenge? 20:30 - Rollins Faction Future: Bron Breakker or Bust? 22:05 - Evolution Pick Change: Nikki Bella In, Stephanie Vacare Out? 25:10 - Why Nikki Might Win: Liv Morgan’s Injury Fallout 27:00 - Tiebreaker Rules for Main Event Time (15 vs 21 Minutes) 29:45 - Final Pick Switch: JC Jane Over Jordynne Grace for NXT Women’s Title 31:45 - Lost Media Segment: Bray Wyatt’s WWE 2K22 MyRise Footage Reaction 34:50 - Jacob Fatu Promo Parody: Kevin Hart “By Myself” Clip Breakdown 36:30 - WCW RoboCop Story: Oreos, Echoes, and Robo Wants a Snack 39:40 - GTA Star Wars Droid Skit: “Hello There!” Inside Joke Reveal 41:20 - Wrestlers With Most Online Hate: Breakdown of CryptoManiacs Study 45:05 - Charlotte Flair, Nia Jax, Mercedes, Tegan Knox & More 48:00 - Generational Problem: Keyboard Hate vs Face-to-Face Respect 51:10 - Goldberg Again?! But Not Really – Nuance in Criticism 52:50 - Social Media Incentivizes Negativity: Algorithms and Attention 55:10 - “Controversy Creates Cash” – Engagement by Outrage 57:00 - Final Thoughts: Don’t Be a Dick Online, Seriously 59:10 - Wrap-Up: No Livestream This Weekend, Evolution Watch Party Details 1:00:45 - Monday Night RAW Watchalong Reminder + Final Sign-Off

This week on the Basement Bookers Podcast, we break down WWE Evolution 2025 with full picks and predictions for every match on the card—including surprise scenarios, title changes, and how it might all connect to SummerSlam.   Plus, we cover the fallout from Night of Champions, including the aftermath of Cena vs. Punk, Solo's golden rise, and what’s next for Jade Cargill, Naomi, Becky Lynch, and more. We also talk about the battle royal mystery, WarGames vs. Survivor Series booking, and Cena’s possible last match.   📺 Subscribe to the channel and help us reach 120! 💬 Comment below your Evolution predictions and fantasy booking! 🎧 Listen wherever podcasts are found.   00:00 Intro Banter 02:40  SmackDown & Bloodline Talk 07:50  Night of Champions Fallout 13:20  Cena’s Last Ride? 17:00  Evolution Predictions Begin 20:45  Rhea Ripley vs. Io Sky 24:10  Jade Cargill vs. Naomi 28:30  Evolution Battle Royal Predictions 34:00  Trish Stratus vs. Tiffany Stratton 36:00  Liv Morgan Injury + Women’s Tag Talk 40:00  Iconics Return Tangent + Squirrel Internet 43:20  WarGames vs. Survivor Series Debate 47:10  Becky Lynch Theme & Heel Turn 50:00  Final Picks Recap 53:00  Outro Banter

The Basement Bookers are breaking down the full card for WWE Night of Champions 2025 and the King & Queen of the Ring finals!   We’re talking:   Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton – Legacy explodes!   CM Punk vs. John Cena – WWE Championship clash!   Asuka vs. Jade Cargill – Who takes the crown?   Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez in a street fight!   Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa for the U.S. Title   Plus: Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross and wild theories on Cross not taking back bumps 👀   💥 Hit subscribe and help us break our record—be our 106th subscriber! 📅 Join us LIVE Saturday @ 1PM EST for Night of Champions watch party! 🎙️ Live every Monday @ 8PM EST for Raw!   👇 Drop your predictions in the comments—we read 'em!   Follow us: 📸 Twitter/X: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz 🎧 Full episodes on: Patreon.com/BasementBookersPod   00:00 – Intro: Welcome back to the Basement! 02:35 – Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton (King of the Ring) 08:40 – Asuka vs. Jade Cargill (Queen of the Ring) 15:52 – John Cena vs. CM Punk (WWE Title) 26:30 – Is CM Punk a hypocrite? 33:50 – Will Seth Rollins cash in? 36:00 – Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa (U.S. Title) 40:15 – Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez (Street Fight) 46:05 – Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross 56:00 – Kross bump theory & WWE’s stop/start booking 1:03:40 – Final Match Predictions Recap 1:07:00 – Outro: Bookers' message + Subscriber shoutout

This week on the Basement Bookers Podcast: 🔥 Liv Morgan’s shoulder injury shakes up WWE plans 🔥 John Cena channels the pipe bomb against CM Punk – full breakdown 🔥 Seth’s “Dangerous Freakin’ Alliance” – hit or miss? 🔥 Goldberg vs GUNTHER? 🔥 Queen & King of the Ring predictions 🔥 Wyatt 6 tag team chaos incoming 🔥 Plus: Jimmy & Jacob’s Bloodline future, Naomi’s cash-in path, and more!   📺 We go live every Monday for RAW watch-alongs! 📢 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for weekly wrestling chaos.   🔔 Follow the Bookers on social: @BasementJer • @RichTheRiz   00:00 – Intro & Pepper King Returns 02:15 – Liv Morgan Injury Fallout 06:42 – Tag Team Future: Raquel & Roxanne? 12:31 – Mercedes Moné Belt Collector Debate 19:40 – Seth’s Dangerous Freakin’ Alliance 24:10 – LA Knight vs Seth: Does It Work? 29:00 – Money in the Bank Briefcase Logic 33:25 – Goldberg vs GUNTHER Setup 36:00 – Queen & King of the Ring Brackets 43:10 – Oscar’s Return & Tournament Picks 48:20 – Cena vs Punk Promo Analysis 55:33 – Punk’s Legacy: Did He Peak at the Pipe Bomb? 01:02:40 – Naomi’s MITB Strategy 01:08:15 – Wyatt 6 Tag Team Plans 01:14:45 – Jade, B-Fab & Meachin Faction? 01:18:55 – AJ Styles in the IC Title Picture 01:21:10 – Outro & Spiteful Subscriptions