John Pollock, Author at POST Wrestling | Podcasts, News, Reviews

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Industry reacts to latest COVID-19 issues

September 25, 2020 John Pollock

WWE’s statement on COVID-19 procedures, talent removing themselves from independent shows, CMLL running its anniversary card, Conor McGregor tweets messages with Dana White & more.

AEW Dynamite finishes among the top ten against the NBA

September 24, 2020 John Pollock

With the return of NBA competition, AEW and NXT were largely unchanged from last week with Dynamite finishing among the top ten on cable.

The Life & Career of Joe Laurinaitis a.k.a. Road Warrior Animal

September 23, 2020 John Pollock

John Pollock runs through the life and career of the late Joe Laurinaitis, who was best known as “Animal” of The Road Warriors.

WWE Raw stays even against second week of Monday Night Football

September 22, 2020 John Pollock

WWE Raw stayed consistent among its viewership and demographic numbers while facing a larger NFL game that was broadcast on ABC & ESPN.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Colby Covington doesn’t get a pass

September 21, 2020 John Pollock

MP Alex Davies-Jones addresses the Speaking Out movement, a look at Colby Covington’s actions, a review of ROH TV, SmackDown falls & lots more.

All Elite Wrestling announces the signing of Serena Deeb

September 21, 2020 John Pollock

The latest addition to the All Elite Wrestling roster is veteran performer Serena Deeb, the company confirmed on Monday.

Jon Moxley added to the line-up for Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport

September 19, 2020 John Pollock

GCW has revealed the biggest name that will be attached to Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport event next month as part of The Collective.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: 30th Annual G1 Climax set to begin

September 18, 2020 John Pollock

The G1 Climax begins this weekend, SmackDown line-up, Covington and Woodley make weight, Champion Carnival review, Grimes added to match.

AEW finishes third on cable, tops NXT in head-to-head return

September 17, 2020 John Pollock

In their first head-to-head battle in over a month, AEW and NXT fell from their unopposed figures the week prior with AEW outdrawing NXT.

Michael Chandler signs with UFC, backup for Nurmagomedov-Gaethje

September 17, 2020 John Pollock

Former Bellator champion Michael Chandler has signed with the UFC with the news revealed by Dana White while appearing on SportsCenter.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: USA Network President to leave NBCU

September 16, 2020 John Pollock

USA Network president leaving, original Hollywood Blond Jerry Brown passes, Cormier confirms he had COVID-19 & Will Hobbs signs with AEW.

NXT TakeOver special confirmed for 10/4

September 16, 2020 John Pollock

WWE has confirmed a previous report that the next NXT TakeOver special will be on Sunday, October 4th airing on the WWE Network.

WWE Raw holds up for two hours before third hour drop, Canadian viewership

September 15, 2020 John Pollock

The return of Monday Night Football and the absence of the NBA led to WWE Raw holding up for two hours before a decline in hour three.

Identities of the five Retribution members on WWE Raw

September 14, 2020 John Pollock

During a segment on Monday’s edition of RAW, there were five focal members of Retribution. POST Wrestling has been told their identities.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: AEW offers “season pass” option

September 14, 2020 John Pollock

AEW offering a “season pass” options, RAW: In Your Face, Dana White & fighters attend Trump speech, United Wrestling Network debut & more.

NJPW reveals Road to Power Struggle dates, Power Struggle on 11/7

September 14, 2020 John Pollock

New Japan Pro Wrestling has announced its schedule following the G1 with an immediate turnaround as they build towards Power Struggle.

AEW Dynamite to air in its regular Wednesday slot this week

September 13, 2020 John Pollock

AEW is confirmed to air this Wednesday in its usual timeslot on TNT after it was left up in the air due to the ongoing NBA playoffs.

TV REPORT: Lethal vs. Castle, Gresham vs. Yuta highlight ROH’s return

September 13, 2020 John Pollock

ROH returned with a strong episode featuring Jay Lethal vs. Dalton Castle and Jonathan Gresham vs. Wheeler Yuta in the Pure Title tournament.

BELLATOR 246: Juan Archuleta wins bantamweight title, Jon Fitch retires

September 13, 2020 John Pollock

Bellator crowned a new bantamweight champion as the vacant title was decided in the night’s main event between Juan Archuleta and Patchy Mix.

Representatives for Conor McGregor deny sexual assault allegations

September 12, 2020 John Pollock

Representatives for UFC fighter Conor McGregor have come out strongly denying the fighter engaged in any alleged misconduct, as was reported on Saturday.