The Natural Posted November 12, 2020 Posted November 12, 2020 13 minutes ago, Brian Fowler said: You know, after how incredibly badly they botched setting up Bayley/Sasha (managed to win worst feud of the year despite never actually becoming a feud!) they did a good job resetting everything and doing it well this time. Great point, @Brian Fowler.
The Natural Posted November 12, 2020 Posted November 12, 2020 The Iron Shiek and Wendy's know. Fuk Hulk Hogan. 3 9
Custos Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 18 hours ago, Brian Fowler said: You know, after how incredibly badly they botched setting up Bayley/Sasha (managed to win worst feud of the year despite never actually becoming a feud!) they did a good job resetting everything and doing it well this time. And undeniably have been two of the few genuine draws in wrestling today. I don’t watch much WWE with AEW and NJPW so accessible but always check out the best stuff from both of them. I can’t believe it’s been 5 years since they tore the house down in the Iron Man match at NXT, back when NXT women kicking arse in front of a huge crowd was still a novelty (this one was still at Full Sail). 2
The Natural Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 13 hours ago, Custos said: And undeniably have been two of the few genuine draws in wrestling today. I don’t watch much WWE with AEW and NJPW so accessible but always check out the best stuff from both of them. I can’t believe it’s been 5 years since they tore the house down in the Iron Man match at NXT, back when NXT women kicking arse in front of a huge crowd was still a novelty (this one was still at Full Sail). I love that Iron Man match between Sasha Banks and Bayley at NXT TakeOver: Respect 2015. I'm in the minority preferring that to the more famous NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn 2015 match. Both ***** bouts. 1
Hagan Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 Akiyama finally making the WON HOF was long overdue. I think it may be a shade too early for Omega but clearly this next year will be his big run. 1
Godfrey Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 Seems like WWE may not go back to house shows EVER as the merch sales didn't dip when they stopped and it saves them a ton of money to cut the relevant employees and departments. Not working that grinding schedule would be a boon for the wrestlers although they'll have less chances to work and get experience in front of crowds.
ChesterCopperpot Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 Dave is reporting that Alex Zayne has signed with WWE. Zachary Wentz and Trey Miguel of The Rascalz are expected to follow him with deals there. 1
The Natural Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 (edited) Kayfabe. Still real to me dammit! @Niners Fan in CT. Edited November 13, 2020 by The Natural 1
HumanChessgame Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 (edited) I'm surprised Zayne has been around as long as he has without getting a look. He's bigger than the average indy guy and does some really amazing stuff. The Rascalz are also excellent talents. If they get a deal I hope it's for all three of them. Edited November 13, 2020 by HumanChessgame
AxB Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 7 minutes ago, ChesterCopperpot said: Dave is reporting that Alex Zayne has signed with WWE. Zachary Wentz and Trey Miguel of The Rascalz are expected to follow him with deals there. Why only two thirds of the Rascalz? Where is Dezmond Xavier going?
NikoBaltimore Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Hagan said: Akiyama finally making the WON HOF was long overdue. I think it may be a shade too early for Omega but clearly this next year will be his big run. Realistically you may be right. But as a huge fan of Omega I'm thrilled to death that he's in and feel his New Japan work alone is worth it. Now next year Okada will be on the ballot and I strongly feel he'll be in right away. Actually, reading the newsletter Dave said it'll be a travesty if that doesn't happen and he expects a record number. So that will be honestly pretty cool to see how that plays out. Edited November 13, 2020 by NikoBaltimore 1
Hagan Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 13 minutes ago, NikoBaltimore said: Realistically you may be right. But as a huge fan of Omega I'm thrilled to death that he's in and feel his New Japan work alone is worth it. Now next year Okada will be on the ballot and I strongly feel he'll be in right away. Actually, reading the newsletter Dave said it'll be a travesty if that doesn't happen and he expects a record number. So that will be honestly pretty cool to see how that plays out. Oh, anyone voting against Okada is gonna look as foolish as baseball HOF voters who voted against Willie Mays or Cal Ripken on the first ballot. He's as close to a 100 percent vote as anyone maybe ever on the ballot. *Yankee great Mo Rivera is the only 100% HOF voter, which shows that baseball HOF voters may be more out to lunch than some wrestling experts 3
The Natural Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Hagan said: Akiyama finally making the WON HOF was long overdue. I think it may be a shade too early for Omega but clearly this next year will be his big run. Glad Jun Akiyama's made the WON HOF. Speaking of long overdue, did Akira Taue finally get in? 49 minutes ago, NikoBaltimore said: Realistically you may be right. But as a huge fan of Omega I'm thrilled to death that he's in and feel his New Japan work alone is worth it. Now next year Okada will be on the ballot and I strongly feel he'll be in right away. Actually, reading the newsletter Dave said it'll be a travesty if that doesn't happen and he expects a record number. So that will be honestly pretty cool to see how that plays out. 33 minutes ago, Hagan said: Oh, anyone voting against Okada is gonna look as foolish as baseball HOF voters who voted against Willie Mays or Cal Ripken on the first ballot. He's as close to a 100 percent vote as anyone maybe ever on the ballot. *Yankee great Mo Rivera is the only 100% HOF voter, which shows that baseball HOF voters may be more out to lunch than some wrestling experts Past few years I've been waiting for the first year Kazuchika Okada is eligible for the WON HOF. The Rainmaker is a first ballot HOF inductee. The WON HOF highest percentage entrant was Kenta Kobashi with 98%. Okada will come close to it but still expect Kobashi to keep it. Edited November 13, 2020 by The Natural 1
Casey Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 1 hour ago, AxB said: Why only two thirds of the Rascalz? Where is Dezmond Xavier going? All of the Rascalz got offers from WWE, but Trey Miguel is the only one that's gotten interest from AEW.
The Natural Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 (edited) Edited November 13, 2020 by The Natural 2
odessasteps Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 I'm happy not to vote for someone still active at the top of the cards, as Okada still is. Especially when you have so many deserving veterans (alive or dead) that should already be in. (YMMV as to who those are) 2 1
John from Cincinnati Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 Thanks for the update, Fuck Cancel Culture In Wrestling. 3
Spontaneous Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 Sad to see the Rascalz go to WWE but if AEW wasn't interested I guess I understand. Oh well, they were great in Impact and PWG. 1
Infinit Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 21 minutes ago, Andy in Kansas said: Thanks for the update, Fuck Cancel Culture In Wrestling. I was wondering what you meant for a sec and then looked at that tweet again
Doragon Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 WWE could do NXT Starrcade now that the Raw and Smackdown domestic American house shows are done away with.
PetrolCB Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 So apparently they've gotta be out of the Amway Center by December 5th. They're considering Tropicana Field. Which is funny if they continue with the Thunderdome thing, because the Trop WAS the Thunderdome when the Lightning played there. 1
Godfrey Posted November 13, 2020 Posted November 13, 2020 Whenever an indie wrestler or group gets signed by WWE, one of us jumps in to say, "Oh good, now they'll be annoying on a show I don't watch." I will be that guy for the Rascalz, who I consider one of the most boring tag teams going today and my least favorite act on Impact. I think they'd be perfect for NXT though and would benefit a lot from learning in that system. 1
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