RIPPA Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 I would assume the condition is he can't work for WWE 1
Jiji Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 (edited) Fuck. That sucks. Quote AEW talent have heard Malakai Black granted conditional release It looks like Malakai Black is effectively done with AEW for now. Fightful Select reported last week that Malakai Black had asked for his AEW release in August, but that the request was not granted. AEW in an official capacity had told us the rumors that he was gone from the company weren't true, but it would seem they changed their stance. Numerous talent informed is that they've been told that Malakai Black is done with the company for the foreseeable future, with many saying that he got his release. AEW sources claim that the release is highly conditional, which isn't usually the case for the company. Usually, AEW doesn't even release talent outside of disciplinary reasons, and requests for release are done on a case-by-case basis. We're told by many in the company that Tony Khan specifically wanted to retain Black, and hoped to see him as a part of the brand "for years to come." There were efforts to have conversations to salvage the working relationship that AEW believed were fruitful, however we're told that a meeting took place sometime recently and it was decided that if Black wanted out, they should probably allow it. Black kissed goodbye and bowed to the AEW crowd after All Out. Talent are of the belief that there are heavy restrictions on Black, and there may be more to the agreement, including conditions that would prevent him from wrestling elsewhere any time soon. Black withdrew from a September 9 indie show in Ohio, according to PWInsider. AEW sources told us that the door isn't closed on a potential return for Black as far as they've heard. Whole scoop from Fightful. Edited September 7, 2022 by Jiji 2 2
Zakk_Sabbath Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 Significantly bummed by this news (though, I guess if you're a Bray Wyatt fan you're probably out there reading it with your fingers crossed).
just drew Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 It sounds like a mental health thing for Black. I really hope he’s okay and that he comes back better than ever… 2 2
John from Cincinnati Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 44 minutes ago, Zakk_Sabbath said: Significantly bummed by this news (though, I guess if you're a Bray Wyatt fan you're probably out there reading it with your fingers crossed). Bray being anywhere would be nice, but he's not called for here. They've still got two great singles or a fine tag team here. Brodie King getting a step up in the pecking order probably isn't going to bother many of us. 2
Zakk_Sabbath Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 3 minutes ago, John from Cincinnati said: Bray being anywhere would be nice, but he's not called for here. They've still got two great singles or a fine tag team here. Brodie King getting a step up in the pecking order probably isn't going to bother many of us. Oh, I'll definitely co-sign that. I guess I was thinking about it more focused on the aspect of the trios division, and kind of wanting to add someone thematically similar so it doesn't seem like it's just "tag team + 1" if they go that route.
zendragon Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 10 minutes ago, just drew said: It sounds like a mental health thing for Black. I really hope he’s okay and that he comes back better than ever… If his back is as bad people say it is then I'd rather he retire than end up dead for a pain killer induced heart attack or in a wheelchair 4
John from Cincinnati Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 9 minutes ago, Zakk_Sabbath said: Oh, I'll definitely co-sign that. I guess I was thinking about it more focused on the aspect of the trios division, and kind of wanting to add someone thematically similar so it doesn't seem like it's just "tag team + 1" if they go that route. Buy PCO's contract from Impact! 1
JLowe Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 16 minutes ago, John from Cincinnati said: Bray being anywhere would be nice, but he's not called for here. They've still got two great singles or a fine tag team here. Brodie King getting a step up in the pecking order probably isn't going to bother many of us. Does Buddy Matthews ring gear always look like someone dumpster diving for discarded wrestling gear? I'd love to see him with slightly modified look and away from all the witchcraft stuff. Meanwhile, have Brodie join Hobbs in the hoss division chasing Wardlow.
HarryArchieGus Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 I'm hoping we can move forth with a paired down Brody King and Buddy Matthews tag team. With Julia still in the fold. Scrap the crappy promos and attack, say, I don' t know, FT fucking R! 5
porksweats Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 Maybe Matthews or Brody join Miro as a teammate as they've been redeemed 3
Zakk_Sabbath Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 (edited) 29 minutes ago, porksweats said: Maybe Matthews or Brody join Miro as a teammate as they've been redeemed I love this - even though the match Sunday a was pretty decisive ending, I think there might still be some mileage yet in doing Miro/Matthews/Brody vs Darby/Sting and someone Edit: If we're ever going to get to Miro/Wardlow for the TNT title, Wardlow would be a good third for Darby/Sting, but that means dropping wherever we're heading with he and FTR (which may very well still be wrapped up in the MJF stuff, so too much might need to be changed) Edited September 7, 2022 by Zakk_Sabbath 2
Casey Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 Miro & Brody King become best bros when Miro realizes Brody's band is called God's Hate. 8
madl Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 (edited) Just Dallas the title switch. Mox steps out of the shower, Renee walks in and hands him the belt, Ross and Excalibur put over that Mox retained at the ppv. Go from there. Edited September 7, 2022 by madl 1 1 8
Zakk_Sabbath Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 4 minutes ago, Casey said: Miro & Brody King become best bros when Miro realizes Brody's band is called God's Hate. I'd love if after he's done being the Redeemer, Miro's next gimmick is inexplicably that he's just a mid '00s hardcore kid. Works every match in camo shorts, maybe shoots an angle where Lana leaves him because he smells bad from eating vegan and having gross, infected gauges 2 2
Sammo~! Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 1 hour ago, JLowe said: Does Buddy Matthews ring gear always look like someone dumpster diving for discarded wrestling gear? He's been wearing the floppy pleather shorts for a while now, I kinda like that his gear looks different but still like something a pro wrestler would wear 1
Curt McGirt Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 I'm totally fine with Black leaving on the mist spit and really it might be the best exit for any character I can think of. Is there any other villain that simply had to go that got thumped in a way totally suitable for their character? Maybe Matsunaga stabbing himself? I just love the whole "hoisted by his own petard" thing I guess. Brody and Buddy will be fine. 7
odessasteps Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Curt McGirt said: I'm totally fine with Black leaving on the mist spit and really it might be the best exit for any character I can think of. Is there any other villain that simply had to go that got thumped in a way totally suitable for their character? Maybe Matsunaga stabbing himself? I just love the whole "hoisted by his own petard" thing I guess. Brody and Buddy will be fine. Heels burned by Lawler leaving Memphis that threw the fire first (Eddie)? Edited September 7, 2022 by odessasteps 3
Log Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 I was hoping House of Black would transition into just badass guys who love hard music instead of spooky magic guys. Maybe Brodie can do that now. 1
zendragon Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 2 hours ago, madl said: . Mox steps out of the shower, Renee walks in and ... settle down 1 5
Doragon Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 7 suspended, Kenny and the Elite etc. CM Punk not suspended, it will be his promotion after all. https://www.thesportster.com/kenny-omega-young-bucks-suspended-aew
Dog Posted September 7, 2022 Posted September 7, 2022 39 minutes ago, Blue Dragon said: 7 suspended, Kenny and the Elite etc. CM Punk not suspended, it will be his promotion after all. https://www.thesportster.com/kenny-omega-young-bucks-suspended-aew That's just poorly parroting the Sports Illustrated article.
just drew Posted September 8, 2022 Posted September 8, 2022 If ever there were a week to relax the “no posting in the show thread during the show” rule…
BobbyWhioux Posted September 8, 2022 Posted September 8, 2022 5 hours ago, Curt McGirt said: I'm totally fine with Black leaving on the mist spit and really it might be the best exit for any character I can think of. Is there any other villain that simply had to go that got thumped in a way totally suitable for their character? Maybe Matsunaga stabbing himself? I just love the whole "hoisted by his own petard" thing I guess. Brody and Buddy will be fine. Jake got bit by his own snake in that infamous Miner's Glove match against Sting at Halloween Havoc 92 IIRC
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