NJPW CEO and president Harold Meij is resigning the company effective October 23. NJPW of America leader Takami Ohbari will be taking his place. That's a very sudden shift! I do know he wasn't expected to be a long-term fixture there, but it still feels like a rather odd turn of events. I'm wondering if this is part of a larger restructuring to focus on people who intend to be in place going forward.
ROH TV this week will feature:
- Tracy Williams vs. Rust Taylor in a Pure Championship tournament match
- PJ Black vs. Tony Deppen in a Pure Championship tournament match
Broadway's James Monroe Iglehart is on Alexa Bliss' latest podcast.
Impact and AXS have announced "Impact Week" for October 20 through 24:
- "Talk 'N Shop: Full Keg" will follow the October 20 Impact
- "This is Bound For Glory" featuring Eric Young, Rich Swann, Deonna Purrazzo, and Kylie Rae will air October 22
- "Live Countdown to Glory" will precede Bound For Glory itself, essentially a pre-show.
80s Wrestling Con will have Sgt. Slaughter for a virtual signing October 19.
WWE has trademarked Dominic Mysterio and Chelsea Green. I'm curious where Green is and what the plan is for her.
Takeover 31 has added Santos Escobar vs. Isaiah "Swerve" Scott for NXT Cruiserweight Championship.
Joey Ryan has filed a $15 million lawsuit against three female accusers due to financial losses incurred from what he alleges are false and malicious accusations. This number includes substantial punitive amounts. It looks like the wrestling business is about to be put under a microscope much like Hollywood was. This could end up having large implications for the entire industry, which a lot of people would argue is very overdue.
- Ryan filed a second lawsuit against a number of other accusers for lesser amounts.
Raw drew 1.82 million viewers Monday night, a decent boost from last week.
Drew McIntyre, Xavier Woods, Mustafa Ali, Lacey Evans, and Zelina Vega will appear on an Americares benefit stream.
WWE awarded the Stanley Cup Champions a custom championship.
Miro spoke to Chris Van Vliet about WWE and AEW.
Roman Reigns discussed C.M. Punk in an interview with Complex. I can't believe they made this man a cookie-cutter babyface. His trash talk is on point.
Kenny Omega discussed AEW's upcoming video game and more. They've got a lot to live up to in that department; expectations are really going to be high.
Thunder Rosa discussed AEW, NWA, and more on the Wrestling Inc. podcast. I like AEW rotating good talents in and out.
Ethan Page spoke to Sports Illustrated about his future. He's building himself well here.
Spring Break 4 has added ACH vs. Lio Rush. Can't say I expected that one.
D'Angelo Dinero is debuting for the United Wrestling Network next week, teaming with Watts against Zicky Dice and a partner to be named. A little surprised to see him continue to wrestle.
Impact has announced:
- EC3 holding a funeral for the TNA Championship
- Rosemary and Taya vs. Kiera Hogan and Tasha Steelz
Victory Road has added:
- Deonna Purrazzo vs. Susie for the Knockouts Championship
- Tommy Dreamer vs. Brian Myers
- Rhino and Heath vs. Reno SCUM in an unsanctioned match (if Heath signs a waiver)
- Motor City Machine Guns vs. Madman Fulton and Ace Austin for the Impact Tag Team Championship
- Jordynne Grace vs. Tenille Dashwood
- Rohit Raju in action
For my take on yesterday's PWInsider.com questions:
1. It certainly could be sending a message to remind her she's still under contract. On the bright side, she's getting consistent TV time.
2. Fans have been asking for less one-dimensional characters and feuds for years now. This is evidence of wrestling companies being willing to do that more than in time past.
3. They were fed up "waiting their turn" in NXT.
4. Because Main Event isn't a huge draw and is basically throwaway content.
5. He has been very, very active online for many years.
More wrestling tomorrow.
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