Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast

From WrestlingNews.co: The ALL IN footage aired tonight on AEW Dynamite. During the first half hour, they showed a countdown clock to remind fans to stick with the show. The segment aired just after 8:40 pm Eastern.The segment began with The Young Bucks sitting backstage. They mentioned that they would be facing FTR at Dynasty at the Tag Team Title tournament finals. Nick Jackson said ALL IN was the biggest show and match they have ever been part of. Matt said before the match there was an incident backstage that included the "scapegoat" in the situation, Jack Perry. Nick said the other individual tried to make the show about himself and maybe FTR were the masterminds behind the entire thing. Matt said he and Nick had to throw their EVP hats on during the aftermath. Matt said that the incident threatened to take down AEW's biggest show of all time but "We're lucky that it didn't."The video showed Punk and Perry face-to-face with personnel and wrestlers in the area. Punk shoved Perry and it was quickly broken up. The video ended with Punk walking off. FTR then walked out to the ring and cut a heated promo about The Bucks that seemed to be more like a worked shoot. They talked about putting the company on their back and wanting to move forward with or without The Bucks. This was all to promote Dynasty.We also comment on Ariel Helwani's post Wrestlemania comments where he states “Last night doesn’t happen…if not for AEW and Tony Khan. I hope they take great pride in that.”Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

Drew McIntyre defeated Seth "Freakin" Rollins (c) for the World Heavyweight Championship but then Damian Priest defeated Drew McIntyre (c) for the World Heavyweight Championship with his Money in the Bank cash-in.The Pride (Bobby Lashley, Angelo Dawkins, and Montez Ford) (with B-Fab) defeated The Final Testament (Karrion Kross, Akam, and Rezar) (with Scarlett and Paul Ellering)in a Six-man Tag Team Philadelphia Street Fight with Bubba Ray Dudley as the special guest referee. LA Knight defeated AJ Styles  Logan Paul (c) (with iShowSpeed)[a] defeated Kevin Owens and Randy Orton in a Triple threat match for the WWE United States Championship Bayley defeated Iyo Sky (c) for the WWE Women's Championship[88]    14:20Cody Rhodes defeated Roman Reigns (c) (with Paul Heyman)  in a Bloodline Rules match for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.comSupport KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of PodcastsFollow KOP on Twitter or Facebook @kingofpodcastsListen to KOP’s other programs, Depraved and Debaucherous… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

Rhea Ripley (c) defeated Becky Lynch  for the Women's World Championship A-Town Down Under (Austin Theory and Grayson Waller) and The Awesome Truth (The Miz and R-Truth) defeated The Judgment Day (Finn Bálor and Damian Priest) (c), #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa), The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods), and New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate)  in a Six-Pack Tag Team Ladder match for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship Both sets of titles had to be retrieved for the match to end. Rey Mysterio and Andrade (with Carlito, Cruz Del Toro, Joaquin Wilde, and Zelina Vega) defeated Santos Escobar and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio (with Angel, Berto, and Elektra Lopez)  Jey Uso defeated Jimmy Uso Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, and Naomi defeated Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai, Asuka, and Kairi Sane) in a Six-woman tag team matchSami Zayn defeated Gunther (c)  for the WWE Intercontinental ChampionshipThe Bloodline (The Rock and Roman Reigns) (with Paul Heyman) defeated Cody Rhodes and Seth "Freakin" Rollins by pinfall    Since Rock and Reigns won, the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match will be held under Bloodline Rules.Had Rhodes and Rollins won, all members of The Bloodline would be barred from ringside during the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match on Night 2.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.comSupport KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of PodcastsFollow KOP on Twitter or Facebook @kingofpodcastsListen to KOP’s other programs, Depraved and Debaucherous… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

The WrestleMania press tour plagued with Finger pointing and Punching Down as CM Punk, Becky Lynch and Ronda Rousey took to interviews that diminish some of the momentum of WWE WrestleMania 40 this weekend. We also discuss a report that came out regarding Janel Grant’s claim that she was coerced into sending a "love letter" to Vince McMahon, a man against whom she filed a lawsuit.As the anticipation for WWE WrestleMania 40 reaches a fever pitch, fans eagerly await two unforgettable nights of exhilarating action at the iconic Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. WE preview and predict both nights. Night 1 promises to kick off with a bang as Jade Cargill, Bianca Belair, and Naomi form an alliance to take on the formidable trio of Damage CTRL, featuring Dakota Kai, Asuka, and Kairi Sane. Following this, Rey Mysterio teams up with Dragon Lee to face off against Dominik Mysterio and Santos Escobar in what guarantees to be a high-flying showdown.The WWE Intercontinental Championship will be fiercely contested as Gunther puts his title on the line against the determined Sami Zayn, while the spotlight shines on the tag team division with Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins locking horns with the dynamic pairing of The Rock and Roman Reigns.Night 2 promises even more thrills as Roman Reigns defends his undisputed WWE Universal Championship against the resilient Cody Rhodes in a clash of titans. The intensity continues with a street fight featuring Bobby Lashley and the Street Profits, Montez Ford, and Angelo Dawkins, facing off against Karrion Kross and AOP, Akam, and Rezar.The women's division takes center stage with IYO SKY defending her WWE Women's Championship against the relentless Bayley, while Logan Paul puts his WWE United States Championship on the line in a triple threat match against Kevin Owens and Randy Orton.In a battle for supremacy, Seth Rollins defends his WWE World Heavyweight Championship against the formidable Drew McIntyre, while Rhea Ripley squares off against Becky Lynch for the Women's World Championship. The excitement reaches a crescendo with the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship Six-Pack Ladder Match, featuring a lineup of elite teams vying for glory. Additionally, the sibling rivalry between Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso adds a personal touch to the highly anticipated event.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

Roman Reigns, The Rock, Logan Paul will probably seeing time off camera in the offseason. What does WWE have that will fill the void. Can upcoming stars like Bron Breaker, Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill find themselves inching closer to the main event? Will feuds from CM Punk with Drew McIntyre or Seth Rollins or AJ Styles vs. LA Knight keep WWE fanatics satiated at the level of WrestleMania. WWE WrestleMania XL is set to ignite Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 6 and 7, 2024Cody Rhodes teams up with Seth Rollins to take on the formidable duo of The Rock and Roman Reigns for the prestigious WWE Intercontinental Championship.The stakes are high in the WWE United States Championship Triple Threat Match, as reigning champion Logan Paul defends his title against the relentless Kevin Owens and the cunning Randy Orton in a showdown that is sure to leave fans on the edge of their seats.Meanwhile, the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship will be up for grabs as Roman Reigns puts his title on the line against the determined Cody Rhodes in a clash of titans that will undoubtedly test the limits of both competitors.In another championship bout, WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins faces off against the powerhouse Drew McIntyre, as both superstars look to solidify their place at the top of the WWE hierarchy.And the excitement doesn't stop there, as the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship Six-Pack Ladder Match sees Judgment Day, DIY, The New Day, The Awesome Truth, and two other teams yet to be announced, battling it out in a high-flying, adrenaline-fueled contest for tag team supremacy.Additionally, fans can expect intense showdowns in other matchups, including a highly anticipated clash between brothers Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso, as well as a grudge match pitting LA Knight against the phenomenal AJ Styles.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

According to the New York Post, AEW has won pro wrestling free agency and WWE shouldn't take that lightly. In 2023, Tony Khan added notable talent to AEW's roster, including Kota Ibushi, Adam Copeland, and Billie Starkz. AEW is also paying former NJPW star Kazuchika Okada a salary that would rank him among WWE's highest-paid stars and the same goes apparen tly for Mercedes Mone.WWE recruits athletes from around the world with wide-ranging backgrounds, including the NFL, Mixed Martial Arts, Olympic and Collegiate Athletics, the Military, Bodybuilding, Gymnastics and more. Their farm system is underwhelming and they need to address that ASAP. Let's talk about it.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

In the heart of the wrestling world, WrestleMania stands as the pinnacle of sports entertainment, where dreams are realized, legacies are cemented, and champions are born. But a formidable obstacle loomed over the grandest stage of them all – the WrestleMania Glass Ceiling.In the early years of the 2010s, the likes of John Cena, Triple H, and The Undertaker reigned supreme, their stranglehold on the main event scene seemingly unbreakable. But beneath the surface, a new generation of talent was rising, eager to carve out their own path to glory.As the years passed, the landscape of WWE began to shift. Superstars like Daniel Bryan, Seth Rollins, and Becky Lynch began to break through, defying the odds and capturing the hearts of millions around the world. Yet, despite their undeniable talent and unwavering determination, they found themselves repeatedly hitting the WrestleMania Glass Ceiling.But with each passing year, the pressure mounted, and the desire to break through grew stronger. WrestleMania became more than just a showcase of athleticism; it became a battleground where dreams clashed with reality, where legends were made and barriers were shattered.In 2014, Daniel Bryan faced seemingly insurmountable odds as he fought his way to the main event of WrestleMania XXX. Against all expectations, he emerged victorious, finally breaking through the WrestleMania Glass Ceiling and etching his name in the annals of history.His triumph inspired a new wave of superstars to chase their own WrestleMania moments, leading to unforgettable clashes and iconic victories. From Seth Rollins cashing in his Money in the Bank contract to win the WWE Championship in the main event of WrestleMania 31, to Becky Lynch's historic win in the first women's main event at WrestleMania 35, the glass ceiling began to crack under the weight of their ambition.As the decade drew to a close, the WrestleMania Glass Ceiling stood as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, a symbol of the unyielding pursuit of greatness. While it may have cast a shadow over WrestleMania for years, it was ultimately shattered by the sheer determination and unrelenting passion of those who refused to be held back.And as the WWE Universe looks towards the future, they do so with renewed hope and optimism, knowing that no barrier is too high, no challenge too great, for those who dare to dream and never give up on their quest for glory.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

KOP analyzes the recent promos from The Bloodline (The Rock and Roman Reigns) versus their babyface counterparts. The Rock returns to SmackDown as The Bloodline answer Cody Rhodes' challenge by offering a counter-challenge for a tag team match to main event WrestleMania Saturday. After Roman Reigns requests The Rock to acknowledge him, The Great One acknowledges Reigns as his Tribal Chief.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

AEW Revolution showcased the culminating match in Sting's illustrious four-decade career, returning to the iconic Greensboro Coliseum where he once faced Ric Flair at Clash of the Champions I in March 1988. This earlier bout played a pivotal role in establishing Sting as a top-tier wrestler in the industry.The event featured a total of eleven matches, including a pair on the "Zero Hour" pre-show. The headline match marked Sting's retirement, teaming up with Darby Allin to triumph over The Young Bucks (Matthew Jackson and Nicholas Jackson) in a tornado tag team match, successfully retaining the AEW World Tag Team Championship. Consequently, Sting concluded his AEW journey undefeated.Another noteworthy contest saw Samoa Joe emerge victorious in a three-way match against "Hangman" Adam Page and Swerve Strickland, maintaining his hold on the AEW World Championship. Kyle O'Reilly made a impactful return during the event.Results for the night unfolded as follows:- Christian Cage (c) (with Killswitch, Mother Wayne, and "The Prodigy" Nick Wayne) defeated Daniel Garcia for the AEW TNT Championship.- Eddie Kingston (c) defeated Bryan Danielson for the Continental Crown Championship (AEW Continental Championship, ROH World Championship, and NJPW Strong Openweight Championship). As a gesture of respect, Danielson shook Kingston's hand post-match.- Wardlow (with Adam Cole, Mike Bennett, and Matt Taven) won the All-Star Scramble match, securing a future AEW World Championship match.- Roderick Strong clinched victory over Orange Cassidy (c) for the AEW International Championship.- Blackpool Combat Club (Jon Moxley and Claudio Castagnoli) triumphed over FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler).- "Timeless" Toni Storm (c) (with Mariah May and Luther) retained the AEW Women's World Championship against Deonna Purrazo.- Will Ospreay secured a win against Konosuke Takeshita.- Samoa Joe (c) successfully defended the AEW World Championship in a three-way match against "Hangman" Adam Page and Swerve Strickland (with Prince Nana).- In the main event, Sting and Darby Allin (c) (with Ric Flair, Garrett Borden, and Steven Borden Jr.) defeated The Young Bucks in a Tornado tag team match to retain the AEW World Tag Team Championship.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

AEW Revolution 2024 will feature Sting's final match.Sting's farewell bout is set to headline AEW's inaugural PPV of 2024, generating heightened anticipation after months of strategic promotion. Following their triumph over Powerhouse Hobbs and Konosuke Takeshita on the Jan. 10 Dynamite episode, Sting and Darby Allin faced an unexpected challenge from the Young Bucks on the stage.In a subsequent Dynamite interview, the Jacksons hinted at the impending showdown by acknowledging Sting as the "last of a dying breed." When queried about a match against the Icon in his retirement bout, the Executive Vice Presidents playfully asserted they would "pull some strings." The official announcement came on the Feb. 14 Dynamite episode, with Allin readily accepting the EVPs' challenge.Another confirmed clash features Roderick Strong contending for the AEW International Championship against Orange Cassidy. The Undisputed Kingdom, established at Worlds End, declared their pursuit of AEW gold, making this bout Strong's initial bid for a title since joining the company in 2023.The pinnacle of the event is a Triple Threat match for the AEW World Championship, where Samoa Joe defends against Swerve Strickland and Hangman Adam Page. Strickland and Page initially engaged in a No. 1 contenders match for the opportunity to challenge the Samoan Submission Machine at Revolution. However, their bout concluded in a time-limit draw. In a swift decision, Tony Khan granted both competitors a shot at the championship, deviating from the typical singular contender format.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

Regardless of the prospects that triple h has trotted out to appease the fanatics. The likes of Tiffany Stratton and LA Knight are not going to be pushed ahead of main roster mainstays like Drew McIntyre and Becky Lynch.In the men's Elimination Chamber match, Drew McIntyre emerged victorious, securing a coveted opportunity to challenge for Raw's World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania XL. Meanwhile, in the opening clash of the night, the women's Elimination Chamber match witnessed Becky Lynch triumphing over her counterparts, earning herself a chance to contend for Raw's Women's World Championship at the grandest stage of them all, WrestleMania XL.The main event brought the local crowd to a fever pitch as Australia's own Rhea Ripley squared off against Nia Jax. In a hard-fought battle, Ripley emerged triumphant, successfully defending her Women's World Championship and solidifying her status as a hometown hero.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

As of February 2024, WWE has implemented significant production alterations to enhance the viewing experience of WWE Raw. These modifications encompass a range of elements, including the introduction of new camera angles, integration of technological advancements, alterations to the show's format, a heightened emphasis on variety, a reduction in the utilization of red lighting, improved illumination of the crowd, a departure from incessant camera cuts, the incorporation of a long drone shot, and an increased presence of vignettes. These adjustments are credited to Lee Fitting, the newly appointed Head of Media & Production at WWE, who brings with him a background as a former ESPN employee.Furthermore, WWE has extended its production revamp to include the establishment of a fresh production team within the NXT brand, incorporating sports-style changes. Despite these efforts, some fans have expressed discontent with the current stage setup for WWE Raw, describing it as bland and unexciting. Criticisms have also been directed at the production team for their use of frequent camera cuts, which some argue result in a confusing depiction of the impact of on-screen altercations.Opinions among fans regarding the new production changes diverge. While some appreciate the noticeable shift, citing an ESPN-style television production feel, others vehemently criticize the alterations, labeling them as "awful" and "trash." This diversity in fan perspectives underscores the subjective nature of the changes and the ongoing challenge of balancing innovation with audience preferences in the realm of professional wrestling production.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

From WrestlingNews.co: The Rock continues to turn up the heat on his heel run in WWE following last week’s WrestleMania 40 press conference.Last week's Wrestlemania 40 Press Event in Las Vegas was where Cody Rhodes announced he would challenge Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Title at WrestleMania 40, a change from expectation as it was widely believed WWE would announce The Rock vs. Reigns at the event instead.On the flip side, Rhodes had been expected to challenge World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins. Rock previously mocked fans of Rhodes as “Cody Crybabies,” a response to the backlash to Rock taking Rhodes’ spot. After being insulted by Rhodes, Rock slapped Cody. As previously reported, Rock is expected to draw inspiration from his past ‘Hollywood’ Rock persona. WWE will also release Rock branded ‘Cody Crybabies’ merchandise.“Hear the rumble. Hear the rumble. Run for dem life, when we step into the jungle. You fucked around and found out quick, didn’t you boy? You, your little friends and all your crybabies have no idea what’s coming. The world’s on notice.~ People’s Champ + Tribal Chief.”Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

ESPN reports: Every indication is that Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson will return for his first legitimate match since 2013 against Undisputed WWE Universal champion Roman Reigns in the main event of the two-night WrestleMania 40 on either April 6 or 7 in Philadelphia. Johnson is as recognizable worldwide as anyone else on Earth. Reigns has been the face of WWE during this era, is in the middle of a record-setting title run, and, by the way, happens to consider himself to be Johnson's cousin -- even if not by blood.Reigns vs. The Rock has been teased for years. Reigns' storyline, the best one WWE has done in a long time, is called The Bloodline, and it's all about Reigns and his family's legacy in wrestling. Johnson fits into that perfectly.In a vacuum, the match is a no-brainer. It checks all the boxes. Yet, if the online reaction is any indication, the most ardent pro-wrestling enthusiasts are pushing back hard on it. Or at least its timing. As of Sunday night, the full Smackdown segment on WWE's YouTube channel has more than 500,000 downvotes, compared to just over 100,000 upvotes.Plus, Scott D'Amore is terminated and Anthony Cicione Named President of TNA WrestlingAnthem Sports & Entertainment Inc., a global multi-platform media company, announced today the appointment of Anthony Cicione as the President of TNA Wrestling.The move aims to further integrate TNA Wrestling into Anthem’s Entertainment Group, of which Cicione is the President, leveraging the entire Company’s resources to add more value in areas including production, distribution, marketing, viewership, customer acquisition, digital revenue streams, ad sales and sponsorships, digital tech operations, and more.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

Coming out of the Royal Rumble I see all the main eventers confront each other from Drew McIntyre to CM Punk to Cody Rhodes to Seth Rollins and they make for a very compelling main event picture leading the Wrestlemania without Roman Reigns. But, no matter what you want to say, Roman Reigns is still the end all be all and is the title holder that matters in that main event for the men's division. No matter how Seth Rollins tries to spin it (although I respect how well he is done trying to build the world heavyweight title and make it important) it looked bad to see him go out there and tell Cody Rhodes he should go after his title at WrestleMania and not go after Roman Reigns again. Bayley's choices to face either champion would make for a good match. Adding Nia Jax to the mix to attack Rhea Ripley is a good buffer to keep her relevant and keep champions and challenger apart. Meanwhile, the midcard is a much different story.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

Cody Rhodes Repeats at Royal Rumble and appears to be Roman-Bound to finish his story. Meanwhile the Rumble Matches Reveals Light Main Event Depth and an Alarming Midcard on the main roster. Forbes recaps: "Cody Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble, upsetting favorite CM Punk and punching his ticket to WrestleMania 40, where he will hopefully finish his story. Following Rhodes’ win, Rhodes pointed—emphatically—at Roman Reigns, indicating that 2024 will indeed be the year that he dethrones Roman Reigns.The men’s Royal Rumble match, like most years, seemed pretty easy to predict. The leader in the clubhouse was the returning CM Punk, who hadn’t competed on televised WWE programming since the Royal Rumble 10 years ago. Punk returned to WWE as a favorite to finally win his first Royal Rumble and likely challenge Seth Rollins to his first WrestleMania main event. Problem is, The Rock recently returned to WWE on WWE Raw: Day 1, and until further notice, Dwayne existed as a threat to pull the rug right from up under CM Punk.Another interesting caveat is the late rise of GUNTHER, who at one point tied CM Punk as the favorite to win the Royal Rumble at +150. As the smart money came in closer to the Rumble, CM Punk overtook GUNTHER as a -105 favorite.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

Wall Street Journal reports that a former WWE employee has filed a lawsuit against the founder, Vince McMahon, accusing him of sexual abuse and trafficking during his tenure as CEO. The legal action, initiated in a federal court in Connecticut, provides a detailed account of the plaintiff, identified as Grant, and her alleged experiences with McMahon.According to the lawsuit, on June 15, 2021, McMahon and another high-ranking WWE executive reportedly confined Grant in an office at the company's Stamford, Conn., headquarters. During this incident, they allegedly took turns sexually assaulting her while other employees were present. Another disturbing incident was said to have occurred on June 23, 2021, when McMahon allegedly locked Grant inside his private locker room and forced himself on her over a massage table.In addition to the physical abuse, the lawsuit includes claims that McMahon's personal assistant delivered $15,000 in Bloomingdale's gift cards to Grant on the same day. Furthermore, explicit text messages, including one from May 2020, were presented as evidence, where McMahon allegedly asserted control over her, stating, "I'm the only one who owns U and controls who I want to f— U."The legal filing also alleges that McMahon shared unauthorized nude photos and explicit videos of Grant with other WWE employees, unnamed executives, and stars. It cited a July 2020 text message suggesting that others at WWE expressed interest in having sex with her after viewing photos on McMahon's phone. The lawsuit claims that the group laughed off concerns about her objections, stating, "She may scream and try to say NO!! although it would B difficult to say anything with a c— down her throat."The lawsuit contends that an internal investigation by the WWE board was inadequate and labeled it as a "sham." Grant claimed that she was not interviewed by the board's special committee, and despite her willingness to cooperate, it did not request relevant documents. The lawsuit further asserts that the company diverted attention from McMahon's alleged abuse by focusing on accounting for payouts. Additionally, it alleges that other individuals within WWE were aware of McMahon's misconduct but actively worked to conceal it.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

Starting in January 2025, Netflix will be the exclusive home of WWE's Raw in the US, Canada, UK, and Latin America. This is part of a 10-year agreement between Netflix and WWE, which is worth over $5 billion.In addition to Raw, Netflix will air SmackDown and NXT in every market, as well as all of WWE's major showcases, including WrestleMania and SummerSlam.WWE also announced that its documentaries, original series, and upcoming projects will be available on Netflix internationally starting in 2025. Some speculate that the deal will strengthen the media landscape, expand WWE's reach, and bring weekly live appointment viewing to Netflix. Others speculate that Netflix may force WWE to tighten up the running time if the algorithm.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

WWE Doesn't Do Enough With Their Royal Rumble Booking to build midcard feuds and elevate younger stars in this rare spotlight. Men's Royal Rumble:2023: The winner was Cody Rhodes. After winning, Rhodes went on to challenge the WWE Universal Champion at WrestleMania, where he lost Roman Reigns in a highly anticipated match.2022: Brock Lesnar emerged victorious. Lesnar's victory set up a championship match at WrestleMania, where he faced and defeated the reigning WWE Champion, solidifying his dominance.2021: Edge won the Royal Rumble and chose to challenge Roman Reigns for the Universal Championship at WrestleMania. Despite a valiant effort, Edge was unable to secure the title in a highly competitive match.2020: Drew McIntyre won the Royal Rumble and successfully went on to challenge Brock Lesnar for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania. McIntyre defeated Lesnar and became the new WWE Champion.2019: Seth Rollins triumphed in the Royal Rumble match and subsequently challenged Brock Lesnar for the Universal Championship at WrestleMania. Rollins succeeded in defeating Lesnar and becoming the new Universal Champion.Women's Royal Rumble:2023: The winner was Ronda Rousey. After her victory, Rousey earned the opportunity to challenge the Raw Women's Champion at WrestleMania, where she emerged victorious and captured the title.2022: Bianca Belair won the Royal Rumble and chose to challenge the SmackDown Women's Champion at WrestleMania. Belair went on to win the championship in a remarkable match.2021: The winner was Bianca Belair. Similar to 2022, Belair chose to challenge the SmackDown Women's Champion at WrestleMania and achieved success by winning the championship.2020: Charlotte Flair emerged victorious and decided to challenge the NXT Women's Champion at WrestleMania. Flair won the match and became the new NXT Women's Champion.2019: Becky Lynch won the Royal Rumble and opted to challenge Ronda Rousey for the Raw Women's Championship at WrestleMania. Lynch emerged victorious, capturing the championship and solidifying her status as a top star. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

At TNA's Hard to Kill event in Las Vegas, Gisele Shaw emerged victorious in a Knockouts Ultimate X match, defeating Alisha Edwards, Dani Luna, Jody Threat, Tasha Steelz, and Xia Brookside. This win secured her position as the #1 contender for the TNA Knockouts World Championship.PCO faced Dirty Dango, accompanied by Alpha Bravo and Oleg Prudius, and secured a victory by disqualification. Following that, PCO teamed up with Rhino and Jake Something to defeat Dirty Dango, Alpha Bravo, and Oleg Prudius in a Six-man tag team match.Decay, represented by Havok and Rosemary, claimed the TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship by defeating MK Ultra (Killer Kelly and Masha Slamovich).The TNA X Division Championship saw Chris Sabin (c) triumph over El Hijo del Vikingo and Kushida in a thrilling Three-way match.Josh Alexander emerged victorious in a match against Alex Hammerstone.The tag team scene witnessed ABC (Ace Austin and Chris Bey) successfully defending their title as they defeated The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz), Laredo Kid and Mike Bailey, and Grizzled Young Veterans (James Drake and Zack Gibson) in a Fatal Four-way tag team match for the TNA World Tag Team Championship.Jordynne Grace secured the TNA Knockouts World Championship by defeating Trinity in a Call Your Shot championship match.In a Singles match for the TNA World Championship, Moose claimed victory over Alex Shelley (c), marking Moose's Feast or Fired World Title match.Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Podcast Production Services.Subscribing to KOPs YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@kingofpodcastsFind all past episodes, plus where to subscribe to the show and how to follow KOP on social media at www.kingofpodcasts.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.