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POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: The Launch of AEW Rampage

August 13, 2021 John Pollock

After its television launch in the fall of 2019, contract renewal several months later, and going through the pandemic, AEW enters its next major chapter with the debut of Rampage tonight.

NWA releases the complete card for NWA 73 event on 8/29

August 13, 2021 John Pollock

The NWA has released the full card for its NWA 73 pay-per-view event taking place on Sunday, August 29th from St. Louis.

AEW Dynamite falls under one million viewers after four week stretch

August 12, 2021 John Pollock

After four consecutive weeks, AEW fell under one million viewers in the U.S. for this week’s episode of Dynamite from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

TSN to air select episodes of Rampage on TV, including “The First Dance”

August 12, 2021 John Pollock

In an update for Canadian viewers of AEW Rampage, TSN has confirmed to POST Wrestling that select episodes of the new program will air on television.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: AEW in Pittsburgh, CM Punk speaks

August 11, 2021 John Pollock

CM Punk asked about “The First Dance”, Lance Storm comments on WWE departure last year, Raw & Dynamite perform high in 18-49, Peggy Lathan passes & more.

CM Punk comments on past talks with AEW, appearing in Chicago on 8/20

August 11, 2021 John Pollock

While promoting his role as ‘Ricky Rabies’ in the upcoming series ‘Heels’, CM Punk spoke about past talks with AEW and about his future.

ROH moves ‘Death Before Dishonor’ to Philadelphia over COVID concerns

August 11, 2021 John Pollock

Ring of Honor has opted to move the location of its September pay-per-view from Florida after concerns over the latest spike in COVID cases.

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REPORT: Anderson Silva vs. Tito Ortiz targeted for Triller event on Sept. 11

August 11, 2021 John Pollock

Two former UFC champions are expected to fight as Triller will promote a boxing match between Anderson Silva and Tito Ortiz.

Former Strikeforce champion Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza retires from MMA

August 11, 2021 John Pollock

Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza, one of the top grapplers to compete in MMA, is walking away from the sport after announcing his retirement.

NWA and Fite TV issue statements after 8/10 episode doesn’t air

August 11, 2021 John Pollock

Fite TV and NWA have both issued statements after Tuesday’s edition of NWA Power did not air, although it is scheduled for Wednesday evening.

U.S. and Canadian viewership for Raw & Friday Night SmackDown

August 10, 2021 John Pollock

Monday’s episode of Raw fell below 1.8 million viewers marking its lowest viewership since the return of live fans.

Update on AEW Rampage for Canadian and International viewers

August 9, 2021 John Pollock

With the launch of AEW Rampage this Friday on TNT in the U.S., we have additional information for international viewing of the program.

El Phantasmo & Taiji Ishimori increase point total in Super Jr. Tag League

August 8, 2021 John Pollock

New Japan Pro Wrestling held its second of three straight shows at Korakuen Hall on Sunday as the Super Jr. Tag League continues.

Saya Kamitani pins Wonder of Stardom champion in Stardom Grand Prix

August 8, 2021 John Pollock

Stardom continued its 5* Grand Prix with two shows this weekend in Osaka where the World of Stardom champion was pinned on Sunday.

Ten-man tag including Strong Openweight Champion added to ‘Resurgence’

August 8, 2021 John Pollock

NJPW has added a ten-man tag for next weekend’s Resurgence event at The Torch at the L.A. Memorial Coliseum.

Super Junior Tag League begins with three tournament matches

August 7, 2021 John Pollock

NJPW kicked off its Super Junior Tag League tournament on Saturday as part of the ongoing Summer Struggle tour.

The Clock Strikes Midnight: The Life & Career of “Beautiful” Bobby Eaton

August 7, 2021 John Pollock

There is no shortage of praise one can heap on the memory of Bobby Eaton, generally considered one “the good ones” in an industry where few leave unscathed by their peers.

REPORT: WWE makes another round of cuts with 13 released

August 6, 2021 John Pollock

WWE has made yet another round of cuts with a dozen releases being reported at the NXT level.

Edge vs. Seth Rollins added to SummerSlam card on 8/21 in Las Vegas

August 6, 2021 John Pollock

After several weeks of buildup, the match between Edge and Seth Rollins has been announced for SummerSlam later this month.

Rematch between Bianca Belair and Sasha Banks set for SummerSlam

August 6, 2021 John Pollock

The rematch between Bianca Belair and Sasha Banks for the SmackDown Women’s Championship is set for SummerSlam.