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AEW Dynamite- September To Remember: ALL OUT Go-Home Edition | FTR And Cope/Cage Face To Face | Hangman And Fletcher Sign Contract | Danielson Sits Down With Darby 09/19/2025

Rawdown #195: Wrestlepalooza Preview | Saudi Wrestlemania 09/17/2025

Wrestling Tonight: WRESTLEMANIA 43 TO SAUDI | AEW ALL OUT TORONTO PREVIEW | WRESTLEPALOOZA ON ESPN | DOM WINS AAA TITLE 09/16/2025

Wrestling Tonight: WRESTLEMANIA 43 TO SAUDI | AEW ALL OUT TORONTO PREVIEW | WRESTLEPALOOZA ON ESPN | DOM WINS AAA TITLE Welcome back to Wrestling Tonight, your weekly deep dive into the stories shaping the wrestling world across WWE, AEW, NJPW, TNA, ROH, and beyond. Episode 142 may well be one of the most pivotal editions yet. We begin with WrestleMania 43, officially confirmed for Saudi Arabia in 2027. For the first time in its history, WWE’s signature event will leave North America in a deal reportedly worth nine figures. Executives are calling it a milestone in global expansion, but to many fans it feels like the monetization of wrestling’s most sacred tradition. We will examine what this means for WrestleMania Week, the independent promotions and fan culture it usually powers, and whether AEW is poised to step into the void that WWE has left behind. AEW is carving its own historic moment as All Out makes its debut in Toronto. A sold-out Scotiabank Arena will host one of the most ambitious cards in company history. With a special afternoon start time and a new streaming model through HBO Max, this event could be remembered as the moment AEW transformed from challenger brand to global force. Back in WWE, the long-dormant WrestlePalooza returns as a reimagined flagship event streaming on ESPN’s new subscription service. With John Cena colliding with Brock Lesnar one last time, Cody Rhodes defending against Drew McIntyre, AJ Lee stepping back into the ring after more than a decade, and IYO SKY taking on Stephanie Vaquer for the vacant Women’s Championship, the lineup promises spectacle. Yet the price point of $29.99 per month raises difficult questions. Can WWE justify charging fans significantly more for leaner cards and heavier advertising, or will WrestlePalooza become a case study in overreach? Meanwhile in AAA, Dominik Mysterio stunned the wrestling world by leaving Las Vegas as the new Mega Champion. It was a controversial finish, emblematic of the uneasy but fascinating partnership between WWE and AAA, and it leaves fans questioning what comes next for both promotions. We also discuss the WWE release of Andrade this weekend. What happened? The week ahead is equally loaded, with Raw, SmackDown, NXT Homecoming, Impact, and AEW September to Remmember all set to deliver matches and moments that could shift the industry once again. All of this and more on Wrestling Tonight, where the stories are not just headlines but signposts of where the business is headed. And as always, support the Tavern by joining us at patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for exclusive content, bonus shows, and unfiltered conversation you will not find anywhere else. Follow us across social media @TurnbuckleTavern to stay locked in throughout the week. Until next time, kings and queens, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans. Good luck, and good speed. /episode/index/show/turnbuckletavern/id/38213210

The Turnbuckle Debate #241 09/15/2025

AEW Dynamite: Hangman VS Fletcher Set For All Out | Garcia Joins Death Riders | Eddie Kingston Returning? 09/11/2025

Rawdown #194: AJ Lee Returns | Brock Returns To Smackdown | Is Jey Turning Heel? 09/10/2025

Wrestling Tonight: AJ LEE RETURNS | CENA’S FINAL MATCH NOT IN BOSTON | OSPREAY SURGERY | JERICHO & STYLES FUTURES | AEW ALL OUT UPDATES | RIDDLE CONTROVERSY Welcome back to Wrestling Tonight, your weekly deep dive into everything happening across WWE, AEW, NJPW, TNA, ROH, and beyond. Episode 141 covers a packed slate of returns, retirements, controversies, and major updates shaping the wrestling world. We begin with the biggest story of the week: AJ Lee’s long-awaited WWE return. On SmackDown in Chicago, Lee appeared for the first time in a decade to confront Becky Lynch, dropping her with a Thesz press before celebrating with CM Punk. We’ll cover the industry-wide reactions, from Saraya and Bayley to the official MLB account, and discuss WWE’s reported plans to team Lee and Punk against Lynch and Seth Rollins at Wrestlepalooza. Next, we turn to John Cena’s farewell tour, where his final stop in Chicago ended with a surprise Brock Lesnar return that set up their Wrestlepalooza main event. While many speculated Boston would host his retirement match, it has now been confirmed that Cena’s final match will take place on December 13 in Washington, D.C. at Saturday Night’s Main Event. We’ll run through his remaining schedule and reflect on what this moment means for one of WWE’s greatest stars. From there, we shift to AEW, where Will Ospreay is set for neck surgery that will sideline him for months after battling through injuries at Forbidden Door. We’ll also look at AEW’s evolving PPV strategy, as All Out becomes the first AEW show available on HBO Max at a discounted $39.99, and the start time has been moved up to 3 p.m. Eastern to avoid a direct clash with WWE’s Wrestlepalooza. With Adam Copeland & Christian Cage vs. FTR the first announced match, we discuss the significance of this new distribution model and what it means for AEW’s future. On the WWE side, AJ Styles continues to tease retirement, posting a symbolic hourglass graphic as reports confirm his contract expires in early 2026. Meanwhile, Chris Jericho addressed his AEW future, saying he’s open to a WWE return once his current deal concludes at year’s end. We unpack how both men are positioning their final career chapters. Finally, we examine Matt Riddle’s latest controversy, as he no-showed Global Wrestling Kingdom’s debut charity event in the UK, only to wrestle unadvertised in Florida the same day. With conflicting accounts between Riddle and the promotion, we review the fallout, his repayment of the deposit, and what this means for his standing on the independent circuit. All this plus updates from across the industry as WWE and AEW prepare for one of the most pivotal months of the year. Be sure to support the show at patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for exclusive content, and follow us on social media @TurnbuckleTavern for all the latest updates. Until next Monday, when we wine and dine with you kings and queens, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans: good luck and good speed. /episode/index/show/turnbuckletavern/id/38118105

AEW Dynamite: Daniel Garcia Joining Death Riders? | Mercedes Defeats Alex Windsor | FTR And Cope And Christian Brawl | Riho Returns 09/05/2025

Rawdown #193: Is AJ Lee Coming Back? | Is The Vision Just A Rehashed Deathriders? | Clash In Paris Results 09/04/2025

Wrestling Tonight: WWE CLASH IN PARIS FALLOUT | SWERVE STRICKLAND SURGERY | AEW PPVs on HBO MAX RUMORS | SAMI ZAYN’S TRIUMPH IN FRANCE | ROH DEATH BEFORE DISHONOR RESULTS 09/02/2025

Wrestling Tonight: WWE CLASH IN PARIS FALLOUT | SWERVE STRICKLAND SURGERY | AEW PPVs on HBO MAX RUMORS | SAMI ZAYN’S TRIUMPH IN FRANCE | ROH DEATH BEFORE DISHONOR RESULTS Welcome back to Wrestling Tonight, your weekly look at everything happening across WWE, AEW, ROH, and beyond. Episode 140 dives into one of the busiest weeks of the year as WWE made its debut in Paris, AEW confirmed a major injury update, and ROH delivered a newsworthy Death Before Dishonor. We begin with a full recap of WWE Clash in Paris. Roman Reigns defeated Bronson Reed, but the aftermath stole the spotlight as Reigns attacked Paul Heyman before being dismantled by Reed and Bron Breakker. Reigns was left strapped to a stretcher, starting the night with one of the most striking visuals WWE has produced all year. The card also saw Rusev forcing Sheamus to submit in a violent Donnybrook, John Cena outlasting Logan Paul in one of his final major singles matches and Seth Rollins retaining the World Heavyweight Championship in a four-way after Becky Lynch interfered against CM Punk. Rollins and Lynch stood tall together to close the show as a heel power couple, setting the stage for a new direction in WWE’s main event scene. From there, we look at AEW. Swerve Strickland underwent knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus, leaving his status uncertain for the rest of 2025. The news arrives as reports suggest AEW pay-per-views may soon be available on HBO Max, a potential move that would reshape the company’s distribution model and give fans broader access to its biggest shows. In Lyon, Sami Zayn gave the French crowd a memorable moment by defeating Solo Sikoa to win the United States Championship for the first time. With Jacob Fatu’s return evening the odds, Zayn finally captured singles gold again and celebrated one of the defining victories of his career in front of an electric audience. We close with ROH Death Before Dishonor. Despite streaming issues that led to the event being made free on YouTube, the show delivered significant results. Shane Taylor Promotions captured the Six-Man Tag Titles after Sammy Guevara turned on The Von Erichs to join LFI. Bandido retained the World Championship in his return, Athena and Lee Moriarty each extended their reigns, and Paul Walter Hauser made an in-ring appearance that paid tribute to his wrestling influences. Episode 140 captures a week where every major promotion made headlines: WWE left Paris with shifting alliances and new storylines, AEW balanced injury news with potential streaming expansion, Sami Zayn delivered a career milestone in Lyon, and ROH overcame technical challenges to put forward meaningful outcomes. /episode/index/show/turnbuckletavern/id/38042220

AEW Dynamite: 2300 Arena Residency Begins | Cope And Christian VS FTR Set For All Out | Darby And Claudio Main Event | Tony Khan Celebrates Taz After Dynamite 08/29/2025

Rawdown #192: Raja Jackson Incident | Clash In Paris Preview | What Can Be Booked Against All Out? 08/27/2025

Wrestling Tonight: AEW FORBIDDEN DOOR FALLOUT | WWE CLASH IN PARIS PREVIEW | WWE’S ESPN ERA BEGINS | NICK GAGE & KROSS RETURN TO GCW 08/26/2025

Wrestling Tonight: AEW FORBIDDEN DOOR FALLOUT | WWE CLASH IN PARIS PREVIEW | WWE’S ESPN ERA BEGINS | NICK GAGE & KROSS RETURN TO GCW Welcome back to Wrestling Tonight, your weekly deep dive into everything happening across WWE, AEW, NJPW, TNA, ROH, and beyond. Episode 139 brings a full slate of fallout, previews, and key developments shaping the weeks ahead. We begin with the aftermath of AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door 2025, where London’s O2 Arena hosted one of the most eventful cards in recent memory. From Hangman Page’s hard-fought World Title defense to Wardlow’s surprise alliance with Don Callis, Toni Storm extending her reign, and Will Ospreay’s dramatic stretcher exit after a punishing cage match, we unpack the results and consider where the stories go from here. Next, we turn to a complete preview of WWE Clash in Paris, featuring John Cena vs. Logan Paul, Seth Rollins defending the World Heavyweight Championship in a Fatal 4-Way, Roman Reigns seeking payback against Bronson Reed, and Sheamus colliding with Rusev in a Donnybrook. With the looming possibility of Brock Lesnar’s return to confront Cena, we explore the matches, the stakes, and the directions WWE may take as it heads toward Wrestlepalooza. We also take a closer look at WWE’s billion-dollar transition to ESPN, as the Peacock era comes to a close. With Wrestlepalooza set to launch the new partnership, what will this shift mean for fans, streaming access, and WWE’s identity within ESPN’s sports-first framework? Finally, we cover the returns that shook GCW Homecoming, where Nick Gage, Karrion Kross, and Scarlett made impactful comebacks alongside Shotzi Blackheart, signaling a new chapter in the promotion’s evolving landscape. Alongside these stories, we provide updates from NXT Heatwave, Naomi’s pregnancy announcement and title handoff, and the latest discussion around Chris Jericho’s future as his AEW contract nears its conclusion. Be sure to support the show at patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for exclusive content, and follow us on social media @TurnbuckleTavern for all the latest updates. Until next Monday, when we wine and dine with you kings and queens, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans: god luck and good speed. /episode/index/show/turnbuckletavern/id/37955725

AEW Dynamite: Forbidden Door Go-Home | MJF Has Demands For Hangman | Ospreay And Mox Face To Face | Killswitch Returns To Face Cope And Christian 08/22/2025

Rawdown #191: Naomi Is Pregnant | OTC Returns | Wrestlepalooza In September? 08/20/2025

Wrestling Tonight: AEW FORBIDDEN DOOR 2025 PREVIEW | TAKESHITA WINS G1 | NXT HEATWAVE PREVIEW | TNA EMERGENCE FALLOUT| WWE-AAA TRIPLEMANÍA ERA BEGINS 08/19/2025

Wrestling Tonight: AEW FORBIDDEN DOOR 2025 PREVIEW | TAKESHITA WINS G1 | NXT HEATWAVE PREVIEW | TNA EMERGENCE FALLOUT| WWE-AAA TRIPLEMANÍA ERA BEGINS Welcome back to Wrestling Tonight, your weekly look at everything happening across WWE, AEW, NJPW, TNA, and beyond. This week’s episode covers one of the most loaded slates of the year as the summer calendar reaches a boiling point. We begin with a full preview of AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door, where the world’s biggest promotions collide once again on one of wrestling’s most anticipated stages. Headlining the card, AEW World Champion Hangman Page defends against MJF in a long-awaited rematch, while AEW Unified Champion Kazuchika Okada puts his title on the line against Swerve Strickland. The show also features the reunion of Adam Copeland and Christian Cage as they team for the first time in over 14 years, Toni Storm defending the AEW Women’s World Championship against Athena, and Zack Sabre Jr. meeting Nigel McGuinness for the IWGP World Championship. Kyle Fletcher defends the TNT title against Hiromu Takahashi, Mercedes Moné faces Persephone, Alex Windsor, and a Stardom representative in a TBS Championship Four-Way, and a stacked lights-out steel cage match pits Will Ospreay, Kenny Omega, Kota Ibushi, Darby Allin, and Hiroshi Tanahashi in his London farewell against Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Gabe Kidd, and The Young Bucks. From there, we turn to WWE’s future with NXT Heatwave. Oba Femi is set to defend the NXT Championship against either Trick Williams or Je’Von Evans, while Hank Walker and Tank Ledger put the NXT Tag Team titles on the line against DarkState. Jacy Jayne defends the TNA Knockouts World Championship in a triple threat against Masha Slamovich and Ash by Elegance, and Jordynne Grace collides with Blake Monroe. A number one contender’s match for the NXT Women’s Championship will also take place featuring Jaida Parker, Kelani Jordan, and Lola Vice. Over in TNA, Emergence 2025 delivered a card full of major results. Trick Williams retained the World Championship against Moose in a match that had the Baltimore crowd split but firmly cemented Williams as TNA’s top babyface. The Hardys retained the World Tag Team titles against The Rascalz in one of the night’s highlights, Leon Slater held onto the X-Division Championship against Cedric Alexander, and Mike Santana defeated Sami Callihan in a Baltimore Street Fight that may have marked Callihan’s farewell. While technical issues marred the preshow, the main event and key title bouts gave TNA momentum heading into Bound for Glory. In Mexico, Triplemanía marked the official beginning of WWE and AAA’s working relationship. Triple H, Shawn Michaels, and Nick Khan stood alongside AAA leadership to emphasize collaboration. On the card, Omos won the Copa Bardahl, El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. claimed the Latin American title, and Psycho Clown and Pagano captured the AAA Tag Team Championship. Judgment Day scored a win in trios action, Flammer retained the Reina de Reinas Championship, and in the main event, El Hijo del Vikingo retained the AAA Mega Championship in a four-way over Dominik Mysterio, Dragon Lee, and El Grande Americano, with AJ Styles making a shocking run-in to help seal the finish. The event had the production, presentation, and pacing of a WWE show, sparking debate about AAA’s evolving identity under this partnership. On the business side, TKO announced that UFC will end its traditional pay-per-view model beginning in January 2026 under a $7.7 billion, seven-year deal with Paramount Plus and CBS. WWE also secured a five-year, $1.6 billion agreement with ESPN, moving Premium Live Events like WrestleMania, SummerSlam, and Royal Rumble to ESPN’s new streaming service. At the same time, reports revealed WWE holds an option to purchase TNA and a right of first refusal should the company seek another buyer, further linking the two promotions’ futures. Finally, NJPW’s G1 Climax 35 has reached its conclusion. Konosuke Takeshita defeated EVIL in the final at Ariake Arena, fighting through an injured knee and overcoming House of Torture interference to secure his first G1 victory. Along the way, Takeshita shocked Zack Sabre Jr. in the semifinals, setting the stage for their Wrestle Kingdom clash, where he will challenge for the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship. With this win, Takeshita declared himself “The Alpha,” signaling his rise as NJPW’s new international ace. Make sure to visit patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for all your Tavern needs, from exclusive content to extended coverage that keeps the conversation going beyond the broadcast. Until the following Monday, when we wine and dine with you kings and queens, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans. God luck and good speed. /episode/index/show/turnbuckletavern/id/37852065

AEW Dynamite: MJF And Hangman Set For Forbidden Door | Ospreay Returns To Challenge Mox To Lights Out Steel Cage Match | Cope And Christian Hug It Out 08/15/2025

Rawdown #190: PLEs On ESPN | Kross And Scarlet Gone? | Fatal 4 Way At Clash In Paris 08/13/2025

Wrestling Tonight: WWE’S $1.6 BILLION ESPN DEAL | TNA EMERGENCE PREVIEW | TRIPLEMANIA & G1 CLIMAX 35 UPDATES 08/12/2025

Wrestling Tonight: WWE’S $1.6 BILLION ESPN DEAL | TNA EMERGENCE PREVIEW | TRIPLEMANIA & G1 CLIMAX 35 UPDATES Welcome to Wrestling Tonight: your weekly deep dive into WWE, AEW, NJPW, TNA, and everything in between. This is Episode 137, and it’s one of the most significant weeks for wrestling’s future we’ve covered all year. WWE has officially signed a landmark five-year, $1.6 billion agreement to bring all U.S. premium live events to ESPN starting in 2026. It’s a media move on par with the original WWE Network launch, but with major implications for what it will cost fans to follow the product year-round. We’ll break down exactly how this changes the wrestling landscape, from pay-per-view access to mainstream visibility. This week, we also set the stage for a huge weekend ahead: TNA Emergence, TripleMania’s first card since WWE acquired AAA, and the latest twists in NJPW’s G1 Climax 35 playoff chase. From title matches to crossover moments, the next seven days could reshape the late-summer calendar. We break it all down: – WWE’s ESPN deal explained: cost, accessibility, and its ripple effect on the industry – TNA Emergence Preview: Trick Williams defends the TNA World Championship against Moose in a card stacked with high-stakes matches – TripleMania in Mexico City: Dominik Mysterio challenges for the AAA Mega Championship, Natalya chases Reina de Reinas gold, and The Judgment Day steps into the AAA ring – NJPW’s G1 Climax 35 update: the playoff picture tightens, standout matches emerge, and the road to the semifinals heats up – Eddie Kingston provides an update on his recovery and return plans – Brooke Hogan speaks candidly on her father’s passing and their relationship – Jonathan Gresham reveals a frightening health scare after suffering two strokes – Paul Heyman weighs in on Brock Lesnar’s return, WWE’s future headliners, and the fallout from the Travis Scott angle – Karrion Kross addresses his WWE contract status and his SummerSlam experience Also this week: 🔥 AEW post–All In updates: injury news, roster moves, and what’s next heading into the fall stretch 💥 A full look ahead at WWE, AEW, NJPW, and TNA programming for the coming week Wrestling is making billion-dollar moves, building toward huge events, and delivering stories on every front and Wrestling Tonight is here to cover every angle. /episode/index/show/turnbuckletavern/id/37748580

AEW Dynamite: Darby Terrorizes Death Riders | Kyle Fletcher Wins TNT Championship | Don Callis Unveils New Painting 08/08/2025

Rawdown #189 w/ Jon Bugdon: Brock Returns | Seth Steals The Title | Cena Is Face 08/06/2025

Wrestling Tonight: SUMMERSLAM 2025 FALLOUT | BROCK RETURNS | SETH CASHES IN ON PUNK | CODY SAYS AEW DISRESPECTED HIM 08/05/2025

Wrestling Tonight: SUMMERSLAM 2025 FALLOUT | BROCK RETURNS | SETH CASHES IN ON PUNK | CODY SAYS AEW DISRESPECTED HIM This week on Wrestling Tonight, we break down a landmark weekend in pro wrestling. WWE’s first-ever two-night SummerSlam at MetLife Stadium featured two massive world title changes, a shocking return from Brock Lesnar, and the naming of The Vision. CM Punk’s long-awaited championship win over Gunther was immediately erased by Rollins’ Money in the Bank cash-in, while Cody Rhodes closed out Night Two by defeating John Cena… only to watch Lesnar drop Cena with a post-match F5. We recap the full SummerSlam card, including Naomi’s crafty title defense, the Wyatt Sicks’ chaotic TLC win, a debut performance from Jelly Roll and Rayne Leverkusen's stand out try out. Plus, WWE crowns its first-ever ID Champions, and Triple H joins the U.S. President’s Council on Sports, Fitness & Nutrition. Over in AEW, Cody Rhodes speaks candidly about his 2022 departure, saying he felt “disrespected” by the company he helped build. Meanwhile, AEW returns to Chicago for Worlds End 2025, as MJF captures the CMLL Light Heavyweight Championship and sets up a collision course with AEW World Champion Hangman Page. We also update the G1 Climax 35 standings as Yuya Uemura continues his rise, Zack Sabre Jr. surges in B Block, and contenders like Boltin Oleg, Drilla Moloney, and Takeshita shape the race for the semifinals. Plus: – TNA builds toward Emergence with Trick Williams vs. Moose – AEW Tag Title Eliminator Tournament heats up – Vince McMahon cited for reckless driving after a July 24 accident – Weekly preview for RAW, Dynamite, NXT, Impact, and Collision – Upcoming events: Forbidden Door, Clash in Paris, Victory Road, and more 🎧 Episode 136 is available now. 🧷 Support us at 📱 Follow @TurnbuckleTavern on all platforms for updates and bonus content. Until next week — stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans. God luck and good speed. /episode/index/show/turnbuckletavern/id/37658250

AEW Dynamite: MJF Out Of Hurt Syndicate | Hangman Defeats Mox Again | Christian Addresses Cope And Patriarchy 08/01/2025

Rawdown #188: Hulkamania For Life | Summerslam Preview 07/31/2025

Wrestling Tonight: HULK HOGAN PASSES AWAY AT 71 | SUMMERSLAM 2025 PREVIEW | G1 CLIMAX SHAKE-UP & TNA’S NEXT TV DEAL 07/29/2025

Wrestling Tonight: HULK HOGAN PASSES AWAY AT 71 | SUMMERSLAM 2025 PREVIEW | G1 CLIMAX SHAKE-UP & TNA’S NEXT TV DEAL Welcome to Wrestling Tonight: Chad returns with Acefield Retro for your weekly deep dive into WWE, AEW, NJPW, TNA, and everything in between. On July 24, 2025, the wrestling world lost its most recognizable icon. Terry Bollea, Hulk Hogan passed away at the age of 71, leaving behind a legacy as towering as his persona. From Saturday morning cartoons to WrestleMania main events, Hogan was the face that launched wrestling into pop culture. But his story is as complicated as it is influential. This week, we reflect on the full scope of Hogan’s life, the glory, the controversy, and the impact that can still be felt across every locker room in the world. WWE opened SmackDown with a ten-bell salute. NJPW honored him during G1 Climax. TNA, where he wrestled his final match, dedicated an entire broadcast in his memory. And yet, as the tributes poured in, so did the uncomfortable reminders of the man behind the myth. We break it all down: – The reverence and reckoning: how fans, wrestlers, and promoters are responding – Hogan’s final weeks, his real cause of death, and conflicting reports that preceded it – A career that spanned generations — from Hulkamania to the nWo and beyond – A legacy not easily defined, but impossible to ignore Also this week: 🔥 WWE SummerSlam 2025 Preview – The full two-night card is set, and the tag titles will hang high in a six-team TLC war. We look at every match, from Punk vs. Gunther to Cena vs. Rhodes, and why WWE canceled its late-night crossover event. 💥 G1 Climax Update – Konosuke Takeshita vs. Shingo Takagi delivers a show-stealer, but Gabe Kidd’s injury forces his tournament withdrawal. With B Block tightening, the road to the semifinals just got more unpredictable. 👑 Triplemania Shake-Up – Dominik Mysterio stuns the AAA crowd, inserting himself into the Mega Championship match. Plus: El Grande Mexicano debuts, and Natalya steps into the AAA ring. 🦴 Slammiversary Fallout – Moose may be sidelined after a scary bump during his title defense. What does this mean for TNA’s summer plans and its rising stars like Leon Slater? 📺 AEW’s Wild Summer Continues – Page vs. Moxley II is official for Dynamite with no one allowed ringside. Will Ospreay opens up about a real injury, and MJF is headed to Arena Mexico for a CMLL title challenge. /episode/index/show/turnbuckletavern/id/37567550

AEW Dynamite: Hangman And Mox Rematch Set | MJF And Hurt Syndicate Having Problems | RIP Hulkamania 07/25/2025

Rawdown #187: Roman Confronts Heyman | Is Cody Turning Heel? | WWE/TNA 07/23/2025

Wrestling Tonight: TNA SLAMMIVERSARY FALLOUT, SETH ROLLINS INJURY UPDATE & TONY KHAN REVEALS ‘DOUBLE-CROSS’ BY AAA 07/22/2025

Wrestling Tonight: TNA SLAMMIVERSARY FALLOUT, SETH ROLLINS INJURY UPDATE & TONY KHAN REVEALS ‘DOUBLE-CROSS’ BY AAA Welcome to Wrestling Tonight, your weekly deep dive into everything happening across WWE, AEW, NJPW, TNA, and more. This is Episode 134, and we’re coming off one of the most eventful weekends of the summer. We start with the fallout from TNA Slammiversary 2025, where AJ Styles returned to the company he helped build. While the Phenomenal One didn’t compete, his appearance marked a symbolic homecoming — and perhaps the beginning of something bigger. We break down what his involvement means for the WWE–TNA partnership, what’s next for Trick Williams and Jacy Jayne after defending their titles, and how TNA continues to evolve as a major player in the current wrestling landscape. Then — Goldberg is done staying quiet. The Hall of Famer is furious over how WWE handled his final match, venting on the Ariel Helwani Show about being cut off, ignored, and given no real send-off. With his NDA reportedly set to expire in two weeks, we dig into what Goldberg hinted at — and whether WWE might be bracing for a scorched-earth response. Meanwhile in AEW, Tony Khan opens up about feeling double-crossed by AAA during the infamous 2022 tag title switch involving FTR and Dragon Lee. We revisit the moment, what really happened behind the scenes, and why this revelation — combined with AEW’s growing relationship with CMLL — signals a full pivot away from AAA in the wake of WWE’s pending acquisition. Also on the show: G1 Climax 35 is underway, and early results have already flipped expectations. We’ve got upsets, injuries, and surprise leaders in both blocks. Seth Rollins’ knee injury raises more questions — is it legit or storyline misdirection ahead of a surprise cash-in? Jelly Roll slams Logan Paul through a desk on Jimmy Kimmel Live as SummerSlam hype hits a new level CM Punk praises Triple H, reflects on creative freedom, and previews his title clash with Gunther Roman Reigns returns to Raw, but what’s really motivating the One True Chief? KENTA wins the GHC Heavyweight Title at NOAH’s 25th Anniversary, setting up a legacy rematch with Marufuji Plus: Omega & Ospreay’s time off, WWE’s new severance policy, and more /episode/index/show/turnbuckletavern/id/37493790

The Turnbuckle Debate #240 07/21/2025

AEW Dynamite: ALL IN Fallout | Hangman Dethrones Mox As AEW Champion | Toni Storm Retains Against Mercedes | Young Bucks Lose EVP Title | Cope/Darby/Danielson Return 07/18/2025

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