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AEW Rampage suffers major drop, posts lowest 18-49 figure in show’s history

June 20, 2022 John Pollock

AEW Rampage took a major hit on Friday night, posting the show’s lowest 18-49 audience in the program’s history and a near-record low in overall viewership.

SmackDown tops Friday’s programming with Vince McMahon, Reigns vs. Riddle

June 20, 2022 John Pollock

Vince McMahon appearing on WWE programming during a scandal and a rare championship match on television led to Friday Night SmackDown soaring.

IMPACT Slammiversary: Josh Alexander vs. Eric Young, Dixie Carter, AJ Styles sends message, BFG

June 19, 2022 John Pollock

John Pollock’s report on IMPACT Slammiversary featuring Josh Alexander vs. Eric Young, a Queen of the Mountain match, Ultimate X & more.

Former WWE official Tim White passes away

June 19, 2022 John Pollock

Tim White, a former WWE official and close confidante of the late Andre the Giant, has died.

Jake Lee regains Triple Crown at AJPW Champions Night 4

June 19, 2022 John Pollock

After an injury ended his first championship reign, Jake Lee is once again the Triple Crown holder.

Roman Reigns vs. Brock Lesnar announced for SummerSlam

June 17, 2022 John Pollock

The Undisputed Universal Championship match is set for WWE SummerSlam next month.

SmackDown notes: Brock Lesnar confronts Roman Reigns, Riddle loses, MITB card

June 17, 2022 John Pollock

Friday Night SmackDown featured the return of Brock Lesnar in his first appearance since losing to Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 38.

Vince McMahon makes brief appearance on SmackDown, doesn’t address investigation

June 17, 2022 John Pollock

Vince McMahon appeared on Friday Night SmackDown for a brief address to begin the program.

Former referee Dave Hebner passes away at 73

June 17, 2022 John Pollock

Dave Hebner, one of the most well-remembered referees in WWF/E history, has died at the age of 73.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: At the center of investigation, Vince McMahon to go on national television

June 17, 2022 John Pollock

John Pollock with the latest on the WWE and Vince McMahon story, McMahon’s decision to go on SmackDown, Stephanie’s return & lots more.

Vince McMahon to appear on Friday Night SmackDown tonight

June 17, 2022 John Pollock

While at the center of an investigation, Vince McMahon will appear on Friday Night SmackDown tonight in Minneapolis.

Vince McMahon voluntarily steps down as CEO & Chairman of WWE while investigation ongoing

June 17, 2022 John Pollock

Vince McMahon is temporarily stepping away from his duties as WWE’s CEO and Chairman while his investigation is ongoing.

AEW Dynamite falls to lowest numbers in over a year, #2 on cable

June 16, 2022 John Pollock

AEW Dynamite sustained a deep decline on Wednesday with its lowest figures in over a year.

REPORT: WWE board of directors investigating secret settlement involving Vince McMahon & former employee

June 15, 2022 John Pollock

An explosive report from the Wall Street Journal states that WWE’s board of directors is investigating a secret settlement deal involving Vince McMahon and a former employee.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: The case involving Jeff Hardy

June 15, 2022 John Pollock

John Pollock looks at the Jeff Hardy story and the next steps to come, Thunder Rosa addresses criticism, Road Rager, TripleMania update.

WWE Raw tops cable despite audience decline against NBA Finals

June 14, 2022 John Pollock

WWE Raw took a hit airing against the NBA Finals but despite the loss in viewers, the show finished #1 on cable Monday night.

Police report outlines further details on Jeff Hardy’s DUI arrest

June 13, 2022 John Pollock

Jeff Hardy was arrested on Monday in Volusia County, Florida. POST Wrestling has learned of additional details through the police report that was filed.

AEW Rampage grows 18-49 audience, finishes #6 on cable

June 13, 2022 John Pollock

In its second consecutive week back in the normal time slot, AEW Rampage finished sixth among cable originals while growing its key demographic audience.

NEWS

Friday Night SmackDown sees minor drop against the NBA Finals

June 13, 2022 John Pollock

Airing against the NBA Finals, Friday Night SmackDown held steady with a minor drop in its key demographic audience.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Remembering Mitsuharu Misawa

June 13, 2022 John Pollock

John Pollock looks at the legacy of Mitsuharu Misawa, released WWE talent issues comment, Joanna Jedrzejczyk retires, Kojima vs. Kenoh.