Articles by Neal Flanagan

The August 20 edition of AEW Dynamite averaged 565,000 viewers on TBS.

Tony Khan discusses the future of pay-per-view, the impact of moving Forbidden Door, and head-to-head competition from WWE

All Elite Wrestling President Tony Khan held a media call on Thursday to promote this weekend’s AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door event.

Report: Police investigation into Hulk Hogan’s death is ongoing amid allegation of medical malpractice

Police have confirmed that an investigation into Hulk Hogan’s death is ongoing, as a reported allegation of medical malpractice emerged.

Charlotte Flair vs. Piper Niven and The Street Profits vs. MFTs announced for WWE SmackDown in Dublin

WWE has announced two new matches for Friday’s episode of SmackDown in Dublin, Ireland.

Paul Levesque says Pat McAfee will appear at Wrestlepalooza, addresses prospect of more two-night events

Paul Levesque and CM Punk appeared on ESPN Thursday, continuing a promotional blitz for the broadcaster’s deal to stream WWE PLEs.

Naomi tells Mercedes Moné, “You’re going to be an auntie”

Mercedes Moné has spoken of her excitement at her close friend Naomi’s pregnancy.

ESPN and WWE begin publicity push for PLE deal with Seth Rollins appearance

August 16, 2025 Neal Flanagan

WWE’s World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins appeared on ESPN’s ‘Get Up’ on Thursday to tout the deal between the two companies.

AEW Collision results: Nigel McGuinness to face Zack Sabre Jr. at Forbidden Door, Harley Cameron returns, Ace Austin debuts

A round-up of the action from the Andrew J. Brady Music Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.

KENTA retains GHC Heavyweight Title, N-1 Victory 2025 blocks announced

August 16, 2025 Neal Flanagan

KENTA has defeated his storied rival Naomichi Marufuji to make the first defense of his latest GHC Heavyweight Championship reign.

NJPW G1 Climax 35 Night 18 Results: The stage is set for the finals as only two remain

August 16, 2025 Neal Flanagan

The championship match for the 2025 New Japan Pro Wrestling G1 Climax 35 tournament is set.

AEW Dynamite ranks top on cable for Wednesday despite dip in viewership and demo

AEW Dynamite ranked number one on cable for Wednesday despite a dip in overall viewership and the 18-49 demographic.

Report: TNA open to moving nights, opposing AEW, as part of media rights talks

TNA Wrestling is reportedly exploring moving its flagship Impact show to Wednesday nights as part of ongoing US media rights negotiations.

Kota Ibushi states he has signed a two-year contract extension with AEW

Kota Ibushi has stated that he has signed a new two-year contract extension with All Elite Wrestling.

NJPW G1 Climax 35 Night 17 results: The semifinal picture is complete

The semifinals of New Japan Pro Wrestling’s G1 Climax 35 are set following Thursday’s playoff event at a sold-out Korakuen Hall.

Hiromu Takahashi to challenge Kyle Fletcher for TNT Title at Forbidden Door

Hiromu Takahashi will challenge Kyle Fletcher for the TNT Championship at Forbidden Door on August 24.

Adam Copeland and Christian Cage to team at Forbidden Door

AEW has announced a tag team match for Forbidden Door that will see former rivals Adam Copeland and Christian Cage team up to face Nick Wayne and Kip Sabian.

Ospreay, Tanahashi, Omega, Ibushi and Allin to face Death Riders in AEW Forbidden Door cage match

Will Ospreay made his return on Wednesday’s edition of AEW Dynamite, challenging Jon Moxley and the Death Riders to a Lights Out Steel Cage match at Forbidden Door.

Hangman Page will defend AEW World Title against MJF at Forbidden Door