Articles by John Pollock

Wrestler, politician, and activist Billy Two Rivers, has died at the age of 87.

Jade Cargill, Best Friends, Dark Order in action on AEW Dark Elevation

Eight matches will stream on AEW Dark Elevation tonight including matches with Jade Cargill, Best Friends, and Dark Order in action.

Lio Rush to challenge Hiromu Takahashi for IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Championship

Hiromu Takahashi is set to defend the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Championship next month.

24-man New Japan Cup bracket revealed, tournament runs 3/5 to 3/21

This year’s New Japan Cup will feature 24 participants with the tournament set to take place next month.

NJPW Battle in the Valley card includes double main event billing

February 11, 2023 John Pollock

New Japan Pro Wrestling has released the full card for Battle in the Valley.

Jens Pulver announced for the UFC Hall of Fame

Jens Pulver will be part of the UFC’s Hall of Fame class this year.

AEW Dynamite lineup for next Wednesday

February 11, 2023 John Pollock

Six matches were announced for AEW Dynamite next week in Laredo, Texas.

Madcap Moss to challenge for Intercontinental title next week

Madcap Moss will challenge Gunther for the Intercontinental Championship next week.

Ronda Rousey returns on Friday Night SmackDown

Ronda Rousey returned on Friday Night SmackDown.

JD McDonagh to miss NXT live events due to eye injury

JD McDonagh is off this weekend’s NXT live events after the performer stated he was injured.

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POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Changes to UFC contracts, Pat McAfee sued by Brett Favre

Bloody Elbow has uncovered some major changes to UFC contracts, Pat McAfee is sued by Brett Favre, Rollins comments on Punk, and New Japan preview.

Himeka to retire in April at All-Star Grand Queendom

Stardom’s Himeka has stated she will be retiring later this year at the age of 25.

The Undertaker’s 1 deadMAN show coming to Las Vegas & Los Angeles

February 9, 2023 John Pollock

WWE has added two more of The Undertaker’s 1 deadMAN shows for Las Vegas and Los Angeles in March.

AEW Dynamite experiences a small decrease, Power Slap ranks outside top fifty on cable

AEW Dynamite dipped to fifth among cable originals on Wednesday and the lowest figures in over a month.

NXT & MLW viewership figures against State of the Union, LeBron James breaking record

Tuesday’s viewership figures for NXT and MLW Underground Wrestling are out with both facing unusually strong competition.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Tony Khan – “I expect big increases in the rights for the AEW programs”

Tony Khan speaks on AEW TV rights negotiations, analysis of Bellator on CBS numbers, AEW Dynamite preview & more.

Jerry Lawler expected to make “full recovery” following stroke

Jerry Lawler is on the mend following a stroke this past Monday with the hope that the Hall of Fame performer will make a full recovery.

IMPACT & NJPW announce ‘Multiverse United’ feat. Ospreay vs. Speedball

New Japan Pro Wrestling and IMPACT Wrestling are teaming up for a co-promoted event during WrestleMania Week in Los Angeles.

‘Autopsy’ program is a painful reminder of Owen Hart’s tragic death