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NJPW releases card for July 11 & title matches for July 12

July 4, 2020 John Pollock

New Japan Pro Wrestling has released its full card for next Saturday’s show at Osaka-jo Hall, as well as three title fights for Dominion the following day.

REPORT: Gilbert Burns tests positive for COVID-19, off UFC 251

July 4, 2020 John Pollock

A positive coronavirus case has led to UFC losing one of its title challengers on next weekend’s UFC 251 pay-per-view from Abu Dhabi.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: WWE mask policy, G-1 update, EVOLVE

July 3, 2020 John Pollock

WWE’s updated taping schedule, a new mask policy involving fines, WWE buys EVOLVE, G-1 still on the schedule, Khabib’s father passes, New Japan Cup & more.

EXCLUSIVE: WWE taping schedule through SummerSlam

July 3, 2020 John Pollock

The WWE has put together its internal taping schedule through SummerSlam, which POST Wrestling has been able to confirm with taping dates through August.

NXT tops AEW in viewers, Fyter Fest finishes sixth in the demo

July 2, 2020 John Pollock

With AEW and NXT loading up their shows this week with week one of Fyter and Great American Bash, it was NXT with the higher viewership but AEW winning the night in the key demographic.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Fyter Fest vs. Great American Bash Preview

July 1, 2020 John Pollock

A preview of AEW Fyter Fest and NXT’s Great American Bash, UFC approved for more cards, Kris Levin comments on Anthem investigation, big UFC numbers & more.

“Killer” Tim Brooks passes away following his battle with cancer

June 30, 2020 John Pollock

“Killer” Tim Brooks, who was a well-traveled veteran spanning decades and numerous countries, has died at the age of 72 after battling cancer.

WWE Raw falls to one of its lowest viewership totals

June 30, 2020 John Pollock

WWE Raw experienced a big drop this week after a string of shows that topped 1.9 million viewers the past two weeks.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: WWE responds to Firefighters’ Pension suit

June 29, 2020 John Pollock

WWE has responded to a recent lawsuit involving its deal with Saudi Arabia, NXT UK call set for Tuesday, WWE EVP speaks, Jarrett vs. Anthem, UFC details.

Big E. discusses #Speaking Out, WWE-COVID 19, George Floyd

June 29, 2020 John Pollock

In an interview with The Sports Bubble with Jensen Karp, Big E. spoke about WWE’s COVID-19 testing, taking a knee on SmackDown & other subjects.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Roman Reigns on decision to stay at home

June 28, 2020 John Pollock

Roman Reigns discusses his decision to stay at home, Mike Quackenbush issues statement, Velveteen Dream in car accident, Poirier vs. Hooker & more.

NEWS

Updated WWE taping schedule for the next week in Florida

June 27, 2020 John Pollock

WWE has updated its taping schedule for Raw, SmackDown & NXT over the next week after changes to this weekend’s shooting schedule.

Io Shirai vs. Sasha Banks added to Wednesday’s Great American Bash

June 27, 2020 John Pollock

NXT has announced a non-title match has been added to the first night of their “Great American Bash” shows beginning this Wednesday.

SmackDown tops 2.1 million viewers with Undertaker tribute

June 27, 2020 John Pollock

Friday Night SmackDown saw a spike in viewership for its tribute dedicated to The Undertaker with the release of the overnight numbers.

SmackDown Notes: Wyatt Swamp Fight, Talent Absent, Extreme Rules

June 27, 2020 John Pollock

SmackDown featured a skeleton crew with many performers not appearing on the episode that was taped that day and featured an Undertaker tribute.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Florida reports 9,000 new COVID cases

June 26, 2020 John Pollock

Florida reports almost 9,000 new COVID cases, latest on WWE tapings, Impact and Michael Elgin issue statements, masks being worn, Talent leaving ECCW & more.

WWE Raw taping postponed until Saturday at the Performance Center

June 26, 2020 John Pollock

Multiple sources confirmed with POST Wrestling that Friday’s Raw taping at the Performance Center has been postponed until Saturday.

WWE releases Ligero (Simon Musk) and Travis Banks (Travis Bligh)

June 26, 2020 John Pollock

WWE has released two performers with the news that NXT UK performers Ligero (Simon Musk) and Travis Banks (Travis Bligh) are no longer with the company.

The latest on WWE’s tapings, Jamie Noble tests positive for the virus

June 26, 2020 John Pollock

WWE is going ahead with its television tapings today at the Performance Center despite several positive COVID-19 tests in the company.

Impact Wrestling terminates its relationship with Tessa Blanchard

June 25, 2020 John Pollock

Impact Wrestling has ceased ties with its world champion announcing the release of Tessa Blanchard, who has been stripped of the Impact Wrestling world championship.