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Ricochet defending the AEW National Championship already feels different.

It’s the first defense.
It’s happening on ROH.
And all signs point to this title eventually traveling outside AEW — maybe NJPW, maybe CMLL.
December 14, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Iron Survivor is booked perfectly for NXT — fun, chaotic, and completely unpredictable.

Everyone feels like they could win, which is why it works. Move it to the main roster too fast, and that magic probably disappears.
December 14, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Cena vs Gunther feels like a massive farewell match — especially with a stacked card around it and NXT crossing over.

But once we dug into it, the big question became:
Is this the best use of Cena’s final run… or another example of a send-off that feels rushed and poorly planned?
December 13, 2025 at 4:20 PM
John Cena’s farewell isn’t about regret — it’s about being centered.

From his recent interview, it’s clear he’s not stuck on “what could’ve been.”
He’s focused, at peace, and moving forward — and that mindset might be his greatest legacy.
December 13, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Wrestling absolutely dominated our week (hi, John Cena)… but the real revelation?

The new 880 Wrestling venue is fantastic.

More space.
Plenty of parking.
No crowd bottlenecks.
A projector wrestlers should stop bumping into.
And Slimeballs still sliding like it’s his job. 😂
December 13, 2025 at 4:16 PM
“What did we learn this week?”
That Kendal Gray is absurdly good.

Iron Survivor winner.
EVOLVE Champion.
Instantly stands out in NXT.

The Kurt Angle comparisons don’t feel crazy once you actually see her work — and the fact she’s already headed toward a title match tells you everything.
December 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Happy John Cena day for those who celebrate
December 13, 2025 at 2:41 PM
The Miz quietly posting Cena throwbacks and counting down days might be more than nostalgia — it could be WWE’s sneakiest long-term story.

Cena says he’s opening the show.
Miz isn’t listed anywhere.
And that uncertainty is EXACTLY why this works.
December 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
ROH absolutely cooked this weekend — and the highlight was
Lee Moriarty vs Nigel McGuinness in a 30-minute Iron Man match.

If you love technical, pure wrestling, this was appointment viewing.
Lee Moriarty continues to grow, add personality, and redefine the Pure Title.
December 12, 2025 at 10:58 AM
You haven’t lived until you’ve seen a basketball mascot get over HUGE at an indie wrestling show. 🏀😂

At NWA Exodus’ 3rd anniversary charity event, the crowd ERUPTED when the ball came out — chanting, singing, and losing their minds. One of the best live wrestling moments ever.
December 12, 2025 at 10:53 AM
Cena’s heel turn?
Not a story. Not a plan.
Just “we need a big moment for Elimination Chamber.” 🤷‍♂️

And because WWE was chasing viral moments, we lost:
• Cena vs LA Knight
• Cena vs Miz
• Cena vs Carmelo Hayes
• Cena vs Roman Reigns
December 12, 2025 at 10:51 AM
John Cena’s “heel turn” wasn’t a story — it was a content strategy.
WWE needed a big Elimination Chamber moment, not real character work. 👀

And because they were chasing viral clips, we lost out on:
🔥 Cena vs LA Knight
🔥 Cena vs Miz
🔥 Cena vs Carmelo Hayes
🔥 Cena vs Roman Reigns (again)
December 12, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Intern take: Cena’s farewell run was a booking disaster — and the argument is convincing.

• Cena wanted to work more
• Studio insurance limited him
• WWE burned dates on Logan Paul
• No LA Knight, no Miz, no rising-star showcases
• Too focused on viral clips vs meaningful matches
December 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Cena’s heel run had its bumps, but it was WAY better than people remember — and the Punk feud is where the tide really started to shift.

But now Gunther wants to do the impossible:
Make John Cena give up.

Is it even believable?

Full episode:
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December 11, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Cena says he’s actually retiring — no comebacks, no swerves. And honestly? It feels like the first true retirement wrestling has had in a long time.

In this clip we talk:
• Cena’s Wrestle Kingdom farewell
• AJ Styles nearing the end
• His infamous Mandarin “almost incident” 🤣
December 11, 2025 at 5:26 PM
John Cena’s final run is hitting fans harder than ever — and Mad Mike explains WHY this moment was so special for longtime WWE fans.

Full episode:
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December 11, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Cena casually name-dropping Cardona, Nemeth, and Claudio like he was unlocking bonus characters in a fighting game will NEVER not be hilarious. 😂

Full discussion in WMS 986:
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December 11, 2025 at 5:23 PM
We're sticking around!
In small victory news, excited to sign a lease extension for Sorgatron Media Studios. We’ll be here well into 2027!
December 11, 2025 at 5:16 PM
I think a lot of new people became Speedball fans tonight. #aew
December 11, 2025 at 4:05 AM
The WMS 986 After Show is pure chaos.
Mike legit FALLS ASLEEP on-air 😂 and we try to wake him with FaceTime & John Cena ghost impressions.
Then somehow we end up deep in Five Nights at Freddy’s lore.

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December 10, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Cena didn’t limit his WWE run — Hollywood did.
Movie studios reportedly required a $500k insurance bond per match, making live events nearly impossible. 🤯

We dig into why his schedule was locked, what matches we missed out on, and how WWE made the most of his 35 dates.
December 10, 2025 at 8:28 PM
20 years of John Cena being part of our lives — from DJ Lunchbox calling his rise before anyone else… to the unforgettable fake Lambo debacle… to Cena becoming a full-blown TV host and icon. 😂🔥

Full episode:
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December 10, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Mad Mike cooks up the most unhinged (and perfect?) Cena farewell:

Gunther wins but fails his mission… Cena tries to say goodbye… and The Miz absolutely HIJACKS the moment. 😂🔥

Would this have broken wrestling Twitter?

Full episode:
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December 10, 2025 at 8:24 PM