Articles by John Pollock

John Pollock’s coverage of the WWE’s Fastlane card from Cleveland featuring Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte Flair and The Shield’s reunion.

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New Japan Cup Report: Kota Ibushi vs. Tetsuya Naito

The New Japan Cup continued Sunday with a loaded card of opening round matches, including the main event pitting Kota Ibushi against Tetsuya Naito.

WWE Fastlane 2019 Preview feat. Charlotte vs. Becky, Shield reunion

John Pollock previews tonight’s WWE Fastlane card from Cleveland with The Shield’s reunion and Becky Lynch takes on Charlotte Flair.

UFC Fight Night: Junior dos Santos stops Derrick Lewis in Kansas

A rundown of the UFC’s debut in Wichita, Kansas as Junior dos Santos defeated Derrick Lewis in the main event and added his name to the title mix.

Yusuke “Wally” Yamaguchi passes away at age 60

March 9, 2019 John Pollock

Yusuke “Wally” Yamaguchi, formerly of Gong Magazine and spokesperson for Kaientai in the WWF, has passed away at the age of 60.

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New Japan Cup Report: Kazuchika Okada vs. Michael Elgin

March 9, 2019 John Pollock

John Pollock’s review of the second night of the New Japan Cup tournament with Kazuchika Okada vs. Michael Elgin in the main event from Aichi.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Tommaso Ciampa recovering after surgery

March 8, 2019 John Pollock

Tommaso Ciampa underwent successful neck surgery, a new match for Fastlane, Tom Lawlor off the Bloodsport card, Honor Rumble match announced & more.

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New Japan Cup Report: First round matches, new Bullet Club member

March 8, 2019 John Pollock

John Pollock goes through the first four opening round matches of the New Japan Cup, featuring Tomohiro Ishii vs. Yuji Nagata in the main event.

“The Destroyer” Dick Beyer passes away at age 88

One of the most famous professional wrestlers in Japanese history has died. On Thursday, it was reported that “The Destroyer” Dick Beyer had passed away at age 88.

Jim Cornette outlines his role with MLW, has not signed a contract

On this week’s edition of the Jim Cornette Experience, Cornette provided further details on his relationship with MLW.

WWE announces WrestleMania 36 for Tampa, Florida

The WWE held a press conference in Tampa, Florida to confirm that WrestleMania 36 will take place at Raymond James Stadium in April 2020.

Jushin Thunder Liger set to retire in January 2020 at the Tokyo Dome

Jushin Thunder Liger, one of the legendary performers in the industry’s history, has announced that he will be retiring in January 2020.

NJPW 47th Anniversary: Jay White vs. Will Ospreay

John Pollock’s review of NJPW’s 47th-anniversary show with Jay White vs. Will Ospreay in the main event, Jushin Thunder Liger challenges for the IWGP junior heavyweight title and more.

Jim Ross confirms he will be leaving World Wrestling Entertainment

Jim Ross confirmed on his podcast that he would be leaving World Wrestling Entertainment after the expiration of his contract at the end of March.

New Japan announces dates and locations for G1 Climax

During Wednesday’s 47th anniversary card, New Japan Pro Wrestling announced the dates and locations for the G1 Climax this summer.

Tommaso Ciampa to undergo neck surgery on Thursday