Paul Wight Teases Big Signing For AEW At Revolution PPV

Paul Wight formerly known as The Big Show has appeared on AEW programming for the first time since he jumped ship from WWE.

Wight returned to TNT for the first time in over 20 years when he debuted on the latest edition of AEW Dynamite.

During his segment, Wight plugged his upcoming color commentating spot on AEW Dark: Elevation. As noted, along with wrestling from time-to-time, Wight will commentate AEW Dark: Elevation on Mondays at 7 pm ET on AEW’s YouTube channel. The show premieres on March 15 and Tony Schiavone is set to be his broadcast partner.

During a chat with his former WCW colleague Tony Schiavone, Wight — who was wearing a t-shirt that said “no more BS” — clarified his new role with All Elite Wrestling.

“Raise your hand if you saw this turn coming,” he joked.

Wight then revealed that AEW has signed a major “hall-of-fame worthy” star, and said that they will debut at AEW Revolution on Sunday.

Check out Paul Wight’s AEW debut below.

Cody Rhodes Puts Shaq Through A Table On Dynamite

All Elite Wrestling’s Cody Rhodes managed to put NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal through a table on the latest edition of AEW Dynamite.

It all went down in the opening match which saw Cody team with Red Velvet to take on the powerhouse duo of Shaq and Jade Cargill.

At one point during the match, Cody cross-bodied Shaq off the apron through two tables on the outside!

An impressive performance from newcomer Cargill meant that Cody and Velvet ultimately lost the match.

After the bell, Shaq was stretchered into an ambulance, but when Tony Schiavone went to conduct a post-match interview with him, he had vanished.

Check out Shaq’s brutal table bump in the clip below.

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

Legendary Promoter Jim Crockett Jr. Passes Away At 76

The legendary pro-wrestling promoter Jim Crockett Jr. has tragically passed away at the age of 76.

Crockett’s death from organ failure was confirmed by multiple sources on Wednesday evening.

Jim’s father — Jim Crockett Sr. — started the hugely influential Jim Crockett Promotions in 1931. Crockett Sr. passed away in 1977, and Crockett Jr. officially took the reigns of JCP in 1977. The company, which ran affiliated with the NWA, was started by his father, and was sold in 1988 to Ted Turner, who re-named it WCW. Crockett Jr. was a three-term NWA President, last serving in the role in 1991.

In the wake of his passing, tributes poured in from Jim’s fans, friends, and colleagues.

“Rest In Peace Jim Crockett Jr. You will be missed by so many,” Robert Gibson of The Rock ‘n’ Roll Express wrote on Facebook.

“If not for my love of Jim Crockett promotions I doubt I ever would have considered a pro wrestling career,” Lance Storm tweeted. “Thank you Jim Crockett jr. May you Rest In Peace.”

WWE issued a statement:

WWE is saddened to learn that Jim Crockett Jr. passed away at the age of 76.

An influential promoter who helped champion the careers of WWE Hall of Famers such as Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat and The Road Warriors, Crockett Jr. stewarded the family’s Crockett Promotions from 1977 to 1989. As part of the promotion’s affiliation, Crockett Jr. was later named President of the National Wrestling Alliance in 1980. During his tenure, Crockett Jr. helped expand the promotion’s footprint and held the inaugural Jim Crockett Sr. Memorial Cup at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans. Under Crockett Jr.’s leadership, the NWA would eventually be sold and renamed as World Championship Wrestling.

WWE extends its condolences to Crockett Jr.’s family and friends.

https://twitter.com/WWE/status/1367347395344924676

AEW and Impact Wrestling also issued statements via Twitter.

https://twitter.com/IMPACTWRESTLING/status/1367327469192310788
https://twitter.com/AEW/status/1367314318396690432

MLW Fusion Preview 3/3/21

  • World Heavyweight Championship: Jacob Fatu (champion) vs. Jordan Oliver (challenger) 
  • World Tag Team Championship: Los Parks (Champions) vs. CONTRA Unit (challengers)
  • Calvin Tankman vs. Laredo Kid
  • Parrow in action!

Jordan Oliver prepares for the absolute fight of his life as he faces CONTRA’s undefeated World Heavyweight Champion Jacob Fatu for the championship in the main event of FUSION, presented by newlawoffice.com.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TCEKvR0_PtI

Oliver has been calling out Fatu for 8 months and come this Wednesday he will finally have his shot at destiny and some justice as he challenges the CONTRA kingpin for his championship in the main event on FUSION. Now the young, brash kid from Newburgh, NY looks to prove youth, his unorthodox street fighting style and tenacity will be enough to topple the “Samoan Smashing Machine” Fatu. 

Will Jordan Oliver score the greatest upset in MLW history and win the biggest prize in the league? Or will he end up in a bodybag? 

The Heavyweight Hustle has steamrolled over the competition since Calvin Tankman debuted in November. The undefeated 355 pounder now faces his biggest challenge to date as he battles former AAA World Cruiserweight Champion Laredo Kid. With both men jockeying for position in the Pro Wrestling Illustrated Top 10, the outcome of this match could have championship implications.

The war between CONTRA Unit and Los Parks rages on as Simon Gotch and Daivari challenge Mexico’s legendary familia for the World Tag Team Championship! With the stakes higher than ever and the mysterious proprietor of Azteca Underground keeping a watchful eye on his investments, this is a championship clash full of intrigue.

After burying Savio Vega six feet under, what’s next for Mil Muertes? Alicia Atout attempts to get answers as Azteca Underground’s presence in MLW grows.

After the dumpster fire that was Tom Lawlor’s Filthy Island, MLW can confirm Tom Lawlor will make a statement on FUSION.  How will first-time (and only?) promoter “Filthy” Tom Lawlor address the PR disaster, allegations and rumored lawsuits? 

National Openweight Champion Alex Hammerstone and Carribean Champion Richard Holliday will speak with Alicia Atout about what’s next for the Dynasty.

The heavyweight division heats up as Parrow returns to MLW after an extensive tour of Japan. Who does the three hundred plus pound powerhouse have his sights set on in the heavyweight division?

Join Rich Bocchini, fight analyst St. Laurent and backstage correspondent Alicia Atout for a night of high profile championship bouts headlined by an exhilarating World Heavyweight Title fight.

Fans can also watch nationwide on cable and dish via beIN SPORTS on Saturday nights at 10pm ET and on demand anytime, anywhere on DAZN. Learn more about where to watch.

AEW Dynamite ‘The Crossroads’ Preview 3/3/21 – Women’s Tournament Finals, Paul Wight, Ladder Match Qualifier, Shaq Wrestling, Tully Blanchard

Tonight’s AEW Dynamite ‘The Crossroads‘ episode airs on TNT at Daily’s Place in Jacksonville, Florida.

* Cody Rhodes and Red Velvet with Arn Anderson vs. Shaq and Jade Cargill

* FTR and Tully Blanchard vs. Jurassic Express

* Chris Jericho and MJF hold Revolution press conference

* Paul Wight to make his first appearance

* Hangman Page and John Silver vs. Matt Hardy and Marq Quen

* 10 VS. Max Caster with Anthony Bowens (Face of the Revolution Ladder Match Qualifier)

* Nyla Rose vs. Ryo Mizunami (Finals of the AEW Women’s Title Eliminator Tournament)

WWE NXT Preview 3/3/21

Tonight’s WWE NXT episode on the USA Network will feature Nia Jax and Shayna Baszler defending the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles.

WWE NXT Superstar Kacy Catanzaro Announces Injury

WWE NXT Superstar Kacy Catanzaro has announced that she’s dealing with a partial LCL tear.

It was announced in last week’s NXT Injury Report that Catanzaro had suffered a leg injury in the post-match attack by Xia Li. The report noted that officials were waiting for more information, but Catanzaro was not cleared.

Catanzaro now has confirmed an injury in her latest Instagram post.

“It’s been a tough week.. coming to terms with a partial LCL tear, but working with medical staff to get back as soon as I can. You can’t keep me down,” Catanzaro wrote on Instagram last night.

There is no word on when Catanzaro suffered the injury or when she will be back in action, but we will keep you updated.

Below is the full Instagram post from Catanzaro:

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE And AEW Possibly Running Events In Texas And Mississippi Soon

Live pro wrestling events could return to the states of Texas and Mississippi soon.

Governors in both states announced this week that they are rescinding mask mandates and re-opening businesses and schools due to a drop in COVID-19 cases.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Tuesday that he was lifting the mask requirement and allowing businesses to fully re-open.

“It is now time to open Texas 100 percent,” Abbott said, adding that, “Covid has not suddenly disappeared,” but state mandates are no longer needed.

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves said his latest executive order to ease restrictions will be one of his final orders related to COVID-19. It allows businesses to operate at full capacity without any state-imposed rules.

“I am replacing our current orders with recommendations,” Reeves said. “The only rules that will remain in this order are a capacity limit of 50% on indoor arenas and those that govern K-12 schools.”

This follows a trend around the country of governors and mayors deciding what is feasible, what is safe, and politically practical, according to the New York Times. Chicago public schools have re-opened while restaurants in Massachusettes were allowed to operate without capacity limits, and South Carolina has done away with its limits on large gatherings. San Francisco is allowing indoor dining, museums, movie theaters and gyms to re-open on a limited basis. Other states have been slowly re-opening for several months now.

Michigan’s Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced on Tuesday that she was easing restrictions on businesses and allowing family members who have tested negative for COVID-19 to visit nursing home residents. Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker also announced that while residents should continue to wear masks in public, it’s time for more limits on businesses to be eased.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear stated last week that the state’s falling infection statistics show that immunizations are beginning to have an impact. Most school districts in Kentucky are now offering in-person classes.

“It means vaccinations work,” Beshear said. “We’re already seeing it. We’re seeing it in these numbers. It’s a really positive sign.”

We could potentially see pro wrestling companies like WWE and AEW begin running in Texas after Wednesday, March 10 when Governor Abbott’s lifting of limits goes into effect.

WWE previously indicated that they could return to live events with fans later this year, but it remains to be seen if plans will change as more states re-open. WrestleMania 37 is expected to run with limited capacity on Saturday, April 10 and Sunday, April 11 in Tampa, Florida at Raymond James Stadium.

Peacock Releases FAQ On WWE Network Move

Peacock recently released a FAQ section to help answer questions about the WWE Network migration.

Peacock becomes the exclusive streaming home of the WWE Network in April. WrestleMania 37 will be streaming on the service. The two-day event is on April 10 and 11.

WWE’s upcoming PPV, Fastlane will be available on both Peacock and WWE Network. Fastlane is on March 21.

WWE programming will be available to watch with an upgrade to Peacock Premium for just $4.99 a month.

Below is the full FAQ section:

When will WWE Network be available on Peacock?

WWE  Network will be available on Peacock starting March 18 and Peacock becomes the exclusive streaming home of WWE Network in April. With an upgrade to Peacock Premium, you can stream upcoming live WWE pay-per-view events, including Fastlane* on March 21 and WrestleMania on April 10 and 11.

*Also streaming on WWE Network

What WWE programming will I be able to watch on Peacock?

With an upgrade to Peacock Premium, for just $4.99/month, you’ll get:

  • Every live WWE pay-per-view event—including WrestleMania, SummerSlam and Royal Rumble—plus every WWE, WCW and ECW pay-per-view in history.
  • Thousands of hours of on-demand programming including original series, groundbreaking documentaries and your favorite shows from the WWE Archives.
  • Every episode of Raw and Smackdown, with current full episode replays 30 days after air.
  • Every episode of NXT, including full episode replays available the next day.
  • Plus, everything else Peacock has to offer—tons of hit movies and shows like The Office and Yellowstone, exclusive Originals, live sports, and streaming channels.

Find out more about Peacock Premium.

Will I need to pay to watch live WWE pay-per-view events on Peacock?

Every live WWE pay-per-view event is included with your $4.99/month subscription to Peacock Premium. There is no additional cost to watch WWE pay-per-view events. Find out more about Peacock Premium.

In addition to WWE Network, what else is available on Peacock?

Peacock brings you WWE Network, plus a whole lot more. Here’s what else you get with Peacock:

  • Instant access to hundreds of movies from major Hollywood studios such as Universal, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features.
  • Thousands of hours of iconic TV shows, including full seasons of buzzworthy faves, bingeworthy classics, and current-season NBC hits.
  • Peacock Channels—playing your favorite movies, shows, and clips, 24-7. Scroll less and stream more with NBC Sports on Peacock, SNL Vault, Fallon Tonight, TODAY All Day, and True Crime.
  • Sports coverage, including the Tokyo Olympics and live sports talk.
  • Kids’ movies and shows, including brand-new seasons of Where’s Waldo? and Curious George.
  • Hit Spanish-language TV shows and news from Telemundo.

If I’m already a WWE Network subscriber, what should I do?

Starting in April, Peacock will be the exclusive streaming home of WWE Network. Until then, you can keep watching directly on WWE Network, as long as you have an active subscription. You can also create a Peacock account to stream WWE Network on Peacock beginning March 18.

Note: WrestleMania on April 10 and 11 will only be available to stream on Peacock.

What if I already have a Peacock account?

If you already have a Peacock account, you can sign in and start watching WWE programming starting March 18.  Upgrade to Peacock Premium for an all-access pass to Peacock and WWE Network—including live pay-per-view events like WrestleMania and SummerSlam, plus original series and archives.

If you never set your Peacock password, or don’t remember it, visit peacocktv.com/forgot to reset it now. Find out more about Peacock Premium.

What devices do I need to stream WWE Network on Peacock?

You can enjoy Peacock on a variety of devices. View the full list of supported devices here.

WWE NXT Rumored To Be Moving To Tuesday Nights

There are rumors on the WWE NXT TV show possibly moving to Tuesday nights on the USA Network.

It was reported today by the Mat Men Pro Wrestling podcast that NXT is set to move to Tuesday nights beginning April 13, which would be the first NXT show after WrestleMania 37 weekend. The report noted that an official announcement should be made fairly soon by WWE.

WWE has not confirmed the schedule change as of this writing, but some people in or around NXT have heard of the rumor making the rounds.

Furthermore, Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer noted on Twitter that NXT moving to Tuesday night was definitely a topic of discussion in WWE as of February 24, which was last Wednesday, but at least at that point the change was not final.

Mat Men later noted that they heard the same thing about the February 24 rumblings, adding that NBC staff were told of the move this week. Meltzer said he expected this would happen when the NBC Sports Network shut down, which could bring some NHL content to Wednesday nights.

Source: Wrestling Inc.