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WWE NXT notes: North American Title match next week, Io Shirai returns, Malcolm Bivens

March 25, 2020 Andrew Thompson

A plethora of notes coming out of tonight’s episode of NXT: Malcolm Bivens debuted a new tag team, an NXT North American Title match is set for next week, as well as a ‘Second Chance’ Battle Royal to get into the #1 contender’s NXT Women’s Title Ladder match in two weeks.

Killer Kross promo airs during Johnny Gargano, Tommaso Ciampa and Triple H’s segment on WWE NXT

March 25, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Just one month after his signing was announced, Killer Kross appeared on NXT via a vignette during a segment featuring Johnny Gargano, Tommaso Ciampa and Triple H.

POST NEWS UPDATE: David Benoit didn’t want Matthew Randazzo in Dark Side of the Ring documentary

March 25, 2020 Andrew Thompson

David Benoit reveals who he didn’t want in his father’s Dark Side of the Ring documentary, Brie Bella expresses her concerns for Daniel Bryan’s health, Brodie Lee set to make his Dynamite in-ring debut tonight and John Pollock’s interview with Jeff Marek.

Two Ladder match qualifiers, Riddle vs. Strong, Theory vs. Breeze set for WWE NXT

March 24, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Multiple matches and a segment set for the March 25th episode of NXT on the USA Network, including more matches to determine who’ll be added to the Ladder match that was scheduled for TakeOver: Tampa.

IMPACT Wrestling cancels their shows in April including ‘Rebellion’ PPV

March 24, 2020 Andrew Thompson

IMPACT Wrestling decided to cancel their shows that were set for the month of April including their Rebellion pay-per-view.

POST NEWS UPDATE: Kayla Braxton shares that she initially turned WWE down

March 24, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Kayla Braxton on initially turning down WWE, update on Hulk Hogan’s lawsuit, Enzo Amore launching a podcast, rating for ESPN’s airing of WrestleMania 30, Brian Pillman Jr. on if his father should get inducted into the WWE Hall Of Fame and more.

Rey Mysterio and Dana Brooke quarantined, Brooke no longer competing at WrestleMania 36

March 24, 2020 Andrew Thompson

As a precaution, both Rey Mysterio and Dana Brooke have been pulled from WrestleMania 36 and are now quarantined.

EXCLUSIVE: Yali Sapphire talks about her WWE tryout, state of the independent scene & wild in-ring moments

March 24, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Pro wrestling referee Yali Sapphire chats with Andrew Thompson about the Coronavirus’ impact on the independent scene, her experience with the NXT brand and her WWE tryout, the hurdles she’s had to overcome being a black woman in wrestling and much more.

NXT TakeOver: Tampa matches to air on NXT on USA Network starting April 1

March 24, 2020 Andrew Thompson

As confirmed by WWE, the matches that were planned for NXT TakeOver: Tampa will now be airing on the USA Network starting April 1st.

POST NEWS UPDATE: NJPW Wrestle Dynasty to become a yearly event

March 19, 2020 Andrew Thompson

NJPW’s Wrestle Dynasty to become a yearly event, report on AEW wrestlers being tested before Dynamite, Eddie Kingston interview, King Corbin takes issue with WWE wrestlers that are content with being mid-carders and WWE’s South Africa tour has been postponed.

Daniel Bryan thinks he’s done being a full-time wrestler, wants to put that time into fatherhood

March 19, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Daniel Bryan believes he’s done being a full-time wrestler and is ready to lock in on fatherhood full-time. Bryan also spoke about his wardrobe malfunction at WWE’s Elimination Chamber event.

AEW Dynamite notes: Parking Lot Fight next Dynamite, Lumberjack match, Brandi Rhodes

March 18, 2020 Andrew Thompson

The 3/18 episode of AEW Dynamite saw the debuts of Brodie Lee and Matt Hardy, and there are also several matches scheduled for next week’s program.

Matt Hardy appears on AEW Dynamite, sides with The Elite

March 18, 2020 Andrew Thompson

At the conclusion of AEW Dynamite, Matt Hardy appeared on the show and will be joining The Elite in their Blood & Guts match against The Inner Circle next week.

Brodie Lee revealed as “The Exalted One” of Dark Order on AEW Dynamite

March 18, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Luke Harper, now going by Brodie Lee has arrived in All Elite Wrestling and is leading the group known as Dark Order.

WrestleMania 36 to be a two-night event on the WWE Network, hosted by Rob Gronkowski

March 18, 2020 Andrew Thompson

WrestleMania will be a two-night event this year on the WWE Network and both nights will be hosted by former New England Patriots Tight End, Rob Gronkowski.

POST NEWS UPDATE: Yoshiaki Yatsu returning to the ring after his leg was amputated in 2019

March 18, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Yoshiaki Yatsu returning to the ring, James Storm on his additional talks with WWE, Charles Robinson says Vince McMahon wants referees to start counting wrestlers out if they don’t listen to the count, Jerry Lawler’s WrestleMania recommendation and a Conor McGregor interview.

POST NEWS UPDATE: Ring of Honor cancels all of their events through May 31

March 17, 2020 Andrew Thompson

ROH cancels all of their shows through May 31, Naomi talks about her MCL tear from 2017, WWE reportedly issues cease and desist to Freelance Wrestling, WrestleCon cancels their WrestleMania weekend convention, Big Swole talks about being in the shadow of Cedric Alexander, and much more.

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WWE NXT notes: North American Title match next week, Io Shirai returns, Malcolm Bivens

Killer Kross promo airs during Johnny Gargano, Tommaso Ciampa and Triple H’s segment on WWE NXT

POST NEWS UPDATE: David Benoit didn’t want Matthew Randazzo in Dark Side of the Ring documentary

Two Ladder match qualifiers, Riddle vs. Strong, Theory vs. Breeze set for WWE NXT

IMPACT Wrestling cancels their shows in April including ‘Rebellion’ PPV

POST NEWS UPDATE: Kayla Braxton shares that she initially turned WWE down

Rey Mysterio and Dana Brooke quarantined, Brooke no longer competing at WrestleMania 36

EXCLUSIVE: Yali Sapphire talks about her WWE tryout, state of the independent scene & wild in-ring moments

NXT TakeOver: Tampa matches to air on NXT on USA Network starting April 1

POST NEWS UPDATE: NJPW Wrestle Dynasty to become a yearly event

Daniel Bryan thinks he’s done being a full-time wrestler, wants to put that time into fatherhood

AEW Dynamite notes: Parking Lot Fight next Dynamite, Lumberjack match, Brandi Rhodes

Matt Hardy appears on AEW Dynamite, sides with The Elite

Brodie Lee revealed as “The Exalted One” of Dark Order on AEW Dynamite

WrestleMania 36 to be a two-night event on the WWE Network, hosted by Rob Gronkowski

POST NEWS UPDATE: Yoshiaki Yatsu returning to the ring after his leg was amputated in 2019

POST NEWS UPDATE: Ring of Honor cancels all of their events through May 31

EXCLUSIVE: O’Shay Edwards talks being trained by Robert Gibson, representation in wrestling, ROH’s dojo, more

XFL shuts down remainder of regular season, players will be paid their full base pay and benefits

March 18 edition of AEW Dynamite moved from Rochester, New York to Jacksonville, Florida