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Two championship matches confirmed for NJPW Destruction in Kobe

August 19, 2024 John Pollock

NJPW has confirmed two championship matches for its Destruction in Kobe card next month.

LIJ to headline Shingo Takagi’s 20th Anniversary card

August 19, 2024 John Pollock

Shingo Takagi’s 20th Anniversary show is slated for next month with New Japan Pro Wrestling revealing the lineup.

Yuma Aoyagi defeats Yuma Anzai for Triple Crown

August 17, 2024 John Pollock

In a surprise on Saturday’s All Japan Pro Wrestling card, Yuma Aoyagi became the Triple Crown by unseating Yuma Anzai.

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POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Changes at WBD executive level, Kathleen Finch retiring

August 16, 2024 John Pollock

Several big changes among executives at WBD, over 13,000 to attend SmackDown, final weekend of the G1 preview, and UFC 305 breakdown.

Afa Anoa’i Sr. passes away at 81

August 16, 2024 John Pollock

Samu Anoa’i confirmed on Friday that Afa Anoa’i Sr. has died and described it as a “peaceful transition and loved ones surrounded him.”

Cain Velasquez pleads no-contest in attempted murder case, avoiding a life sentence

August 16, 2024 John Pollock

Cain Velasquez has accepted a plea agreement with the Santa Clara County D.A. Office and pleaded no contest in his attempted murder case, which was scheduled to go to trial.

AEW Dynamite ranks first on cable, declines in Canada

August 15, 2024 John Pollock

The first episode of AEW Dynamite following the end of the Olympics saw the program top Wednesday’s cable rankings.

Vince McMahon’s attorney says his health is fine, denying he’s in decline

August 15, 2024 John Pollock

Lee Cole said in a YouTube video on Monday that Linda McMahon has told people that her husband Vince McMahon’s health is in decline. Vince McMahon’s attorney, though, denied to POST Wrestling and Wrestlenomics that the former WWE CEO is having any health problems.

NXT returns to the USA Network (UPDATED: Correction on 18-49 audience)

August 14, 2024 John Pollock

NXT returned to the USA Network and saw a jump in its viewership after two weeks of Great American Bash specials on Syfy.

Former magazine publisher, editor & writer Dennis Brent passes away

August 14, 2024 John Pollock

Dennis Brent, who held many roles throughout his decades in the industry, died this past Sunday at the age of 73.

WWE Raw scores largest audience since April in return to USA Network

August 14, 2024 John Pollock

WWE Raw continued its momentum by topping last week’s figures and achieving its largest audience since the night after WrestleMania.

G1 Climax – Day 16: B Block playoff picture is confirmed

August 14, 2024 John Pollock

The playoffs of the G1 Climax are set following the last night of round-robin matches on Wednesday.

AEW Collision returns to its regular time, ranks #15 among cable originals

August 13, 2024 John Pollock

AEW Collision returned to its regular start time this past Saturday while still being hurt airing against coverage of the Olympics.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: MJF says Britt Baker issue was “blown out of proportion”

August 12, 2024 John Pollock

MJF comments on incident involving Dr. Britt Baker, playoff picture in the G1, TKO stock is rising, and a big advance for Raw in Austin.

Janel Grant files motion to strike Dr. Carlon Colker’s bill of discovery, seeking treble damages

August 12, 2024 John Pollock

Janel Grant is seeking to have the verified complaint issued by Dr. Carlon Colker thrown out and seeking penalties from Colker and Peak Wellness.

Triller offering AEW pay-per-view bundle packages

August 12, 2024 John Pollock

Triller has released information for a bundle package to purchase both AEW All In & All Out over the next month.

NOAH N-1 Victory 2024: Two removed due to injury, updated standings

August 12, 2024 John Pollock

Pro Wrestling NOAH’s N-1 Victory tournament has completed five shows but lost two participants due to injury over the weekend.

G1 Climax – Night 15 Results: Zack Sabre Jr. wins A Block, Takagi & O-Khan qualify

August 12, 2024 John Pollock

Three men advanced after Monday’s final A Block matches in the round-robin stage with Zack Sabre Jr. clinching first place.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Wrestling world remembers Kevin Sullivan

August 9, 2024 John Pollock

The wrestling world reflects on the influence of Kevin Sullivan, matches added to SmackDown, G1 Climax winding down, TKO stock rises & more.

Scott D’Amore speaks on exit from TNA, was informed two days before Hard to Kill

August 9, 2024 John Pollock

Scott D’Amore spoke about his exit from TNA earlier this year while appearing on Busted Open Radio.