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POLLOCK’S MMA UPDATE: Two title fights scheduled for UFC 255

August 7, 2020 John Pollock

ESPN reports two title fights are set for UFC 255 in November, Corey Anderson joins Bellator, Bellator & UFC line-ups and more.

Sareee receives permission from WWE to wrestle in Japan during COVID-19 pandemic

August 7, 2020 Andrew Thompson

WWE signee Sareee has been granted permission from WWE to wrestle in Japan during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Riddle vs. Sheamus, Corbin vs. Hardy, ‘Dirt Sheet’ with Sonya Deville added to 8/7 SmackDown

August 6, 2020 Andrew Thompson

WWE has announced multiple matches and segments for the 8/7 edition of Friday Night SmackDown on FOX.

Pat McAfee vs. Adam Cole set for NXT TakeOver: XXX

August 6, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Pat McAfee will have his first sanctioned pro wrestling match at NXT TakeOver: XXX against former NXT Champion Adam Cole.

POST NEWS UPDATE: Xavier Woods not rushing to return, talks Achilles recovery process

August 6, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Xavier Woods provides an update on his Achilles recovery process, Vickie Guerrero officially signs with AEW, Chris Jericho proposed that Private Party change their theme song, Byron Saxton on his in-ring career coming to an end, Zicky Dice says he’s still with the NWA, and more.

AEW tops 900,000 viewers, highest demo rating since February

August 6, 2020 John Pollock

Despite the NBA competition, there was no impact on AEW and NXT numbers with both experiencing increases and AEW topping 900,000 viewers.

“Marvelous” Mitch Ryder passes away

August 5, 2020 Andrew Thompson

“Marvelous” Mitch Ryder has passed away at the age of 48. POST Wrestling would like to send our condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Mitch Ryder.

Alex Koslov returning to NJPW to do commentary for NJPW Strong

August 5, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Former two-time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion Alex Koslov is making his return to New Japan, but as a commentator for NJPW Strong.

AEW Dynamite notes: Scorpio Sky challenging for TNT Title, Rock ‘n’ Roll Express

August 5, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Scorpio Sky made it clear that he wants a shot at the TNT Championship and he’s getting that opportunity next week. AEW shared footage of Matt Hardy receiving stitches after Sammy Guevara threw at chair at his head and many more notes coming out of tonight’s AEW Dynamite.

WWE NXT notes: Pat McAfee lays out Adam Cole, Lumis pulled from TakeOver

August 5, 2020 Andrew Thompson

The closing angle of NXT saw Pat McAfee lay out Adam Cole. Also, it was announced that due to injury, Dexter Lumis is no longer going to be competing in the North American Title ladder match at NXT TakeOver: XXX.

Eric Bischoff appears on AEW Dynamite

August 5, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Former WCW President Eric Bischoff made his return to TNT programming under the All Elite Wrestling banner.

Dakota Kai vs. Io Shirai for NXT Women’s Title made official for TakeOver: XXX

August 5, 2020 Andrew Thompson

After calling out Io Shirai several months ago, Dakota Kai is now getting her shot at the NXT Women’s Title at TakeOver: XXX.

POLLOCK’S NEWS UPDATE: Raw’s Third Hour, Hiring of Nick Khan

August 5, 2020 John Pollock

How Raw’s third hour improved, WWE hires Nick Khan, AEW and NXT segments & matches, police investigating disturbing post from Marty Jannetty.

Former AWF champion Jaguar Vijay Singh passes away

August 5, 2020 John Pollock

Former Toronto-based independent wrestler Jaguar Vijay Singh (Vijay Hemanchal) has passed away, according to his original trainer Ron Hutchison.

POLLOCK’S MMA UPDATE: ESPN+ grows to 8.5 million subscribers

August 5, 2020 John Pollock

ESPN+ grows its subscriber base, Zabit vs. Yair fight is off, UFC PI’s head of operations going to WWE, several UFC suspensions & more.

NEWS

WWE hires CAA’s Nick Khan as new President & Chief Revenue Officer

August 5, 2020 John Pollock

WWE has confirmed the hiring of Nick Khan as its new President & Chief Revenue Officer following an initial report from John Ourand at Sports Business Journal.

IMPACT REPORT: Eric Young attacks Rich Swann again

August 4, 2020 Davie Portman

This week, Rich Swann made an announcement about his status, Eddie Edwards defends against Sami Callihan, Heath attempts to gain a roster spot & more.

Dana White’s Contender Series: Jacoby, Medic & Leavitt offered contracts

August 4, 2020 John Pollock

John Pollock’s review of the Season 4 premiere of Dana White’s Contender Series headlined by Dustin Jacoby vs. Ty Flores with four fights from Las Vegas.

POST NEWS UPDATE: Kenny King says The Hurt Business have asked him about his contract status with ROH

August 4, 2020 Andrew Thompson

Ariane Andrew talks about her status with AEW, Naomi confirms Jimmy Uso’s ACL injury, Kenny King says he receives calls from members of The Hurt Business about his contract with ROH, Lance Storm tells a WrestleMania 17 story, XFL has a bubble plan in place, and more.

WWE Raw ratings increase, breakdown of how Raw Underground did

August 4, 2020 John Pollock

The big test this week was whether a radical concept in the Raw Underground series of “fights” would retain its audience for the final hour of the show.