Author: M. Swift

The overall ratings for WWE 2K23 are always a topic of discussion and it appears that Jimmy Uso isn’t having it with twin brother Jey Uso getting a high rating. End of the Usos? Jimmy Uso Reacts to Jey Uso Having a Higher Overall Rating in WWE 2K23 On a recent UpUpDownDown, the Usos were on as Xavier Woods went into the overall ratings for the roster. If you don’t remember, in WWE 2K22, the Usos both had 85 overall. It’s a high rating and a good compromise considering they’re twins. This year, it was revealed that Jimmy Uso was…

In a touching story from WWE RAW XXX, Teddy Long shared how fellow SmackDown alum Kurt Angle was the only person to thank him for what he did for his career. Former SmackDown GM Teddy Long Discusses the Respect Shown by Kurt Angle at RAW XXX These kind of Teddy stories are always fascinating to me because even simple interactions among those backstage have significance to Long. After all, he’s been in the business since the 1980s as a referee, manager, host, and general manager. He’s played every onscreen facilitator role in wrestling outside of being a commentator for a…

During a virtual sign at the K&S WrestleFest, Attitude Era star Gangrel said that he wanted another match with Hall of Famer Edge. The Rated-R Superstar was a henchman to the Vampire Warrior throughout 1998 and the first half of 1999 before the Brood split and Gangrel recruited future E&C rivals The Hardy Boyz. Former WWE Superstar Gangrel Wants Another Match Against Edge Before an Expected Rated-R Retirement The way that storylines went at the time, Gangrel wasn’t going to be stories as a focal character after the feud. Instead, Edge, Christian, and the Hardy Boyz would before heavily featured…

Torch passing is something we look forward to as wrestling fans. We want to see the successors to a position or role held by respected wrestlers and The Undertaker has proven elusive in giving the nod to someone. However, the moment between The Undertaker and Bray Wyatt at RAW 30 reignited discussion of Wyatt filling that supernatural threat role. Former SmackDown General Manager Teddy Long believes that his Thursday night attack dog gave the nod to Wyatt. Is It Too Early to Crown Bray Wyatt The Undertaker’s Successor? Honestly, I can see the career parallels between the two down to…

At WrestleMania 39, Roman Reigns will defend his Undisputed WWE Universal title against Cody Rhodes. That’s the match as it stands with a little over a month left. However, throughout 2022–even with Cody, Sami, Brock, Owens, Drew, and so on as the likely suspects, everyone was still eyeing Roman Reigns vs. The Rock. WWE or the Fans: Who’s to Blame for The Rock vs. Roman Reigns Expectations for WrestleMania 39? Well, let’s say most were expecting these two to face off. After all, Dwayne Johnson has come in to wrestle during his busy career in Hollywood. Hell, he even won…

Another week and another WWE lawsuit—this time from a WrestleMania 38 attendee. This lawsuit is a bit questionable as Marvin Jackson is suing for injuries he claimed were caused by the pyro at the event. WWE to Combat $1 MILLION Lawsuit for Alleged Injuries Caused by WrestleMania 38 Pyro Jackson claims that on April 3, 2022 he was sitting next to the entrance stage where he would’ve been closest to the pyrotechnics. When the pyro went off at the top of the event his hearing was blown, according to Jackson. He has also lost most of his hearing in his…

AEW is deep into their working relationship with Turner Networks. Since the company debuted, it had gotten two shows on Turner television as well as several specials, a reality program, and promo on different TNT shows. Current WWE main eventer Cody Rhodes was even a talent show judge on a non-AEW show. Turner Networks Still All In on All Elite Wrestling as Network President Shares Glowing Opinion on Tony Khan and AEW Turner Networks president Jason Sarlanis had nothing but good words for the brand and owner Tony Khan. Following the announcement of AEW: All Access—which turned out to be…

Ric Flair is at a point in his wrestling career where he’s a personality and occasionally a manager. On his To Be the Man podcast, the Nature Boy answered a question about working as a manager or agent in a national promotion given the chance. Is Ric Flair Being Overlooked by WWE and AEW for a Manager Because He Could Overshadow Them On the Mic? Flair said that he’s all for doing either “but they won’t.” Co-host and son-in-law/co-host Conrad Thompson honed on that and asked for more. The WWE hall of famer said that he was just still too…

It’s just about a wrap for Dustin Rhodes as he will retire this year. His career started in 1988 and he has never held a World title despite typically being the guy to polish future champions in their development. Rancid guitarist/vocalist Lars Frederiksen voiced his feeling that Dustin Rhodes should get a shot at the AEW World title before his retirement. Lars Frederiksen of the Band Rancid Says Dustin Rhodes Deserves an AEW World Title Shot Before His Retirement Frederiksen’s statement was a response to Rhodes looking at his career and thanking the fans for their support. A long-time wrestling fan,…

The roster for the upcoming WWE 2K23 has been making the rounds and one omission that has fans guessing is Bray Wyatt. The WWE 2K games go into development early the year prior to its release and as we know Bray wasn’t on WWE television at the time of development. Will Bray Wyatt be in WWE 2K23 as DLC – the 8-Ball Says “Most Likely” Basically, he was a non-factor during the development process but his return in October 2022 and how involved he has been in WWE beckons his inclusion. So, will he be in the game at all?…