
Everything posted by Outsider
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Gilmour vs. Waters
Waters 150% would win in a shoot. And Waters is a better human being. Nothing against Gilmour. Just a fact that Waters is a great man and humanitarian. Been speaking up against the apartheid regime years before the genocide. And this is not good for business but like Muhammad Ali took a stand to do what is right, even though they're major consequences, Waters has done the same. Sadly, most celebrities are deaf and dumb to reality and have no balls to do what is right.
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Hulk Hogan Dies At 71
Hogan's appearance and entrance music would give me goosebumps as s kid. He had a unique look that came out of the television and drew you in. It's hard to explain to someone under 35. My condolences go out to Brooke and Nick. I hope Beefcake doesn't say he saw Hogan on elevator at Hospital and made up with him before his passing.
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Hulk Hogan Dies At 71
May the LORD have mercy on his soul. My childhood hero. Had allot of childhood trauma as a kid born in the early 80s after parents got divorced and Hulk Hogan always made me feel happy. Then as a teen as Hollywood Hogan, I loved his gimmick. ?? ??????????? ???? ???? ??????? ??
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Gary Hart - Guest Booker
I'm fascinated with Gary Hart and his knowledge of the Wrestling industry. Extremely underrated for his mind for the business. He had a gift of creating stars. He created the colorful larger than life characters. Starting with George Steel. He worked directly for Jim Barnett in several territories. He was from the streets of Chicago and didn't let anyone take advantage of him. Several people tried including Jarrett and Paul Boesh Gary understood who were main event talent and who wasn't. Even when some promoters would force talent down fans throats. I think Hart would have been a huge asset to the WWF expansion era because he knew how to repackage dull talent. Hart's RF shoot is so good. I had it on mp3 20 years ago. It's probably easy to find online. His KC Guest Booker DVD was filmed 1 day before his passing.
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Bray Wyatt Documentary
After mania the Peacock stream went right to the documentary. I really enjoyed it. Looks like his stop and go pushes were because he was full of ideas and it probably conflicted with the writers. I miss when wrestlers used their own imagination to create stories and gimmicks. The writers probably complained to HHH. He did mention that Bray could be difficult to reign in. His family is really great in this. It's definitely a must watch.
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The Iron Claw
I just skimmed through the movie.... I just just couldn't take it seriously. Zac Efron did a great job. But he should have played Kerry. Kerry was the mega star of the family. They still could have told Kevin's story. J.A. White who played Kerry looked like a total weirdo. Horrible actor. I know Hollywood is giving him a "big push" but wrong dude to play Kerry. Kerry handsome with chiseled features. Not a short weirdo. Maybe they had budget issues but still they could have cast better. The dude who played Harley Race looked great.
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RIP Ole Anderson
Ole is one of those guys that most people don't credit enough. He understood the wrestling business in every aspect. He knew how to book a territory where you return weekly to each town. And he talked about how he couldn't use Hogan because it would expose Hogan, unless you just let Hogan squash everybody. Then what? Hogan was made for the national promotions. Anyway Ole had a tremendous amount of knowledge on booking and angles and how to use talent. As the 80s went along he adapted and helped create the Road Warriors and other dark characters. Jim Herd asked Ole to create a new character and Ole wrote down some ideas including "the black scorpion." And Jim Herd loved the idea without even thinking who would be behind the mask! By this time Ole was probably sick of how the WWF changed the mainstream idea of what the business was. So he just did whatever to collect a nice check. I always respected Ole, maybe because he looks like my ex girlfriend's father. RIP
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Is Impact* the best wrestling promotion in history? *(Now TNA again, 2024)
TNA talent should Unionize and elect Scotty D. as the leader. Tell me that it wouldn't work. Perfect time to Unionize and force the corporate geeks to bring Scotty back.
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WrestleMania Main Event Spoiler
The Cody story is great for the young fans, but for me The draw is the Rock. Anyway Rock will probably work against Roman in Saudi Arabia, where the long match expectation won't be as strong and they can get away with a shorter match. The angle could be the Rock causing Roman to lose at Mania. I don't understand why everyone thinks the press conference wasn't a planned thing. If you re-watch it you will see HHH stress WrestleMania 1 Main Event was a TAG-TEAM MATCH! I'm just happy that the Rock is doing the Rock gimmick that made him famous. Just remember the Rock loves Cody and most likely means Cody will be champion at end of night 2. And Rock will start his short feud with Roman that ends in Riyadh or Jeddah I forgot where the next big show is.
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Hall of Fame 2024
The WWE HoF was the only modern product I would watch 10 years ago. And it's probably the reason I got back into wrestling at the Mainia in New Orleans. I think WM30. I looked forward to the night before WM and the big HoF production. And it's great for the old tymers. Then they made it into a joke in the ring. And super short. They need to go back to the big stage production. It really meant something for the veterans to thank ppl and talk about their journey. Remember Larry Zybysko. Peacock ruined everything. I miss the WWE Network. I want another season of Legends House before the last of them are gone.
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WrestleMania Main Event Spoiler
Now I'm kinda thinking maybe the Rock isn't ready for long match. So it's looking like Rock & Roman vs Cody and Seth? Night 1. Then night 2 Seth will also work again vs Drew which is a crappy match but it seems Drew is getting a push. And obviously Cody vs Roman. I love the Rock heel shtick. So much more entertaining. @sek69 I agree. CM Punk getting hurt really fuct Seth. Seth's ego can't handle it. Roman cracks me up every time he says Seth is wearing his wife's clothes!
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WrestleMania Main Event Spoiler
Sorry for 2 same topics. The last one didn't work. Maybe because I used emoji in title? But this one works fine. So moderator can remove the other one if necessary.
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WrestleMania Main Event Spoiler
It's funny how so many "smart" fans can get worked so easily. Just look back at history when Becky was out of main event and Vince chose Charlotte Flair to challenge Ronda at Mainia. We all wanted Becky and she became a huge Babyface. Use that same logic. You heard it here 1st. Rock vs Roman night 1. Roman takes a beating. It doesn't matter who wins if it's non title match. Night 2 Cody beats Roman for the title. And Roman stays "strong" because he took a beating the night prior. He might walk to the Ring with medical wraps on his mid section or his limbs. But he'll be somewhat injured so he has excuse why he lost. It's funny to me how gullible the media is. Of course Cody will main event maina. Just give them time to announce it. The tragic thing to me is how WWE treats the real star of 2022 and 2023...Sami Zayn. He is made to put Drew over on TV constantly. Zayn was the top guy exactly 1 year ago. He is the reason WWE got red hot with the bloodline angle. If they give him a mic and some creative freedom he could still be the man but the new execs have slotted him waay down and he's all about business so he won't complain much. But I will repeat the spoilers. Night 1 Rock vs Roman Night 2 Cody goes over Roman Roman won't be 100% night 2 so he will stay strong until he returns for SummerSlam. All the "We want Cody " is part of the angle. It's not organic like the Daniel Bryan Yes movement.
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⚠️WrestleMania Spoilers!
It's funny how so many "smart" fans can get worked so easily. Just look back at history when Becky was out of main event and Vince chose Charlotte Flair to challenge Ronda at Mainia. We all wanted Becky and she became a huge Babyface. Use that same logic. You heard it here 1st. Rock vs Roman night 1. Roman takes a beating. It doesn't matter who wins if it's non title match. Night 2 Cody beats Roman for the title. And Roman stays "strong" because he took a beating the night prior. He might walk to the Ring with medical wraps on his mid section or his limbs. But he'll be somewhat injured so he has excuse why he lost. It's funny to me how gullible the media is. Of course Cody will main event maina. Just give them time to announce it. The tragic thing to me is how WWE treats the real star of 2022 and 2023...Sami Zayn. He is made to put Drew over on TV constantly. Zayn was the top guy exactly 1 year ago. He is the reason WWE got red hot with the bloodline angle. If they give him a mic and some creative freedom he could still be the man but the new execs have slotted him waay down and he's all about business so he won't complain much. But I will repeat the spoilers. Night 1 Rock vs Roman Night 2 Cody goes over Roman Roman won't be 100% night 2 so he will stay strong until he returns for SummerSlam. All the "We want Cody " is part of the angle. It's not organic like the Daniel Bryan Yes movement.
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Main event
What's the purpose of the ambulance angle? Because mjf can't hang with the pros in the ring. He's just a gimmick and all signs are looking bad in this contract year. I'm an AEW fan from the start but I gotta call it like I see it. The Hangman Page match didn't elevate anyone. I don't think it hurt either guy. Hopefully swerve will continue his rise and Page can get back to his main event status. Ok thanks for hearing me out my bruvs.
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Main event
Oh wow I was right. I'm so smart? What a joke. Of course Jay White is gonna play along but TK needs to grow balls. And everytime ginsburg is ref, MJF is going over. Cole would have put up a better match vs Jay. Ginsburg is another gimmik who needs to learn how to take a realistic bump.
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Main event
I'm writing this before main event. My prediction is MJF is going to fight and oh no he's injured. All a ploy because he's a coward and can't keep up with Jay White. TK needs to study history to see the world champ belt is dropped if he can't draw.
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WWE Crown Jewel - 11/2023
Show was okay. The last couple Saudi shows seemed waay better. Probably because the bloodline angle was still hot. Hopefully they'll do something with Bailey and give her more promo time. And same for Zayn, I hope they don't use him to put priest over. Priest will never be a big star imo. He has no charisma. The women's division seems like a cluster truck.
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Is the empire crumbling before our eyes?
Yeah bringing in Flair would've made sense when Tully and Arn were on TV weekly. Now Flair has some shady business partners with some energy drink and it's not going to move the needle.
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Conrad Thompson set to expand his podcast schedule with new shows
It's unbelievable how much money these podcasts generate. I do listen to Jake's pod and sometimes Tony or JR when they discuss an early 90s WCW event. The wrestler podcast trend has been hot for a minute and the time to cash in is now. Maybe DiBiase can use his podcast to wash some dirty cash he made from some shady business. If u do enjoy these podcasts, my advice is to download them first. Then fast forward the ads and other nonsense. There are 5 episodes on JR's podcast that are entire Radio shows from the early 90s. It's called Studio Sessions. There are guests like Jesse Ventura and Gordon Solie. And fans call in. It's an amazing time capsule from a simpler time!
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AEW TV - 9/27 - 9/30 - The Ramp That Kills
That Andrade vs Juice match was awesome. In ring Andrade is the most believable wrestler. There are few matches in today's wrestling that really keep my attention. Andrade and Juice have allot of potential to be top guys. Juice reminds me of Randy Savage. Even his physique looks like '87 Savage. Jay White and Juice need to be featured and Tony should extend their contracts before WWE embarrasses AEW...again. I've said it several times before, but I still think MJF needs to be humbled. He has not shown that he can elevate AEW and doesn't have much drawing power compared to someone else. He has devalued the World Title. His shtick is mid. The ratings prove my point.
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Is Britt Baker going to WWE?
Yes Rebel was a great personality. It's crazy how AEW was so entertaining and easy to follow. Nobody cares who the ROH trio Champs are. They need to get rid of all titles except world, tag, international, women's world, and TV titles. Not the current "you get a belt, and you get a belt, and etc." The solution is to shake up the world title picture and go back to basics. Not everyone needs to be on TV. Rampage should be the "developmental " program. Call it ROH then you'll have an excuse for low ratings. And if someone proves their worth, then give them a shot. I mean nick Wayne is great in ring, but not ready to perform at wembly! Develop his character a bit.
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Is Britt Baker going to WWE?
First off I want to say I have no knowledge of what Britt's future career path is. Why is Britt booked so poorly? When is she going to get the strap back? Seems like she is getting jobbed out for a reason, what is the reason? She was the top talent in AEW, waay more over then anybody today. She could draw when she was on top. She drew hard-core fans and young casual fans including young female fans who looked at her as a role-model. I don't know what happened to the promotion that was so fun and exciting, now something seems off. Letting Jade go undefeated for so long and not extending her contract was a bad move. I hope Britt is happy in AEW but Cole has allot of contacts in WWE and I bet WWE would love to have a talent like Britt who has it all, in Ring, and can talk, and of course her DMD.
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AEW All In Wembley - 8/27 - Bruv, This Has All The Makings
Main Event was a joke. I don't know if they are trying to tell a compelling story, because it's soo predictable. And the steroids MJF is on is causing allot of backne. Anyway the Jericho Ospreay match was great. No low-brow comedy. Just great match and he put over the young bruv. I think the end of the match could have used an inner Circle reunion but maybe later. I'm not saying these cheesy matches don't have a place on the card, but not the main event. The hug was so predictable. TK needs to find a creative booker who knows the business. They have Jake Roberts on the payroll so why not him. And Ginzburg is the most annoying ref. Obviously MJF is scared that someone might shoot on him so he ALWAYS has his little stooge Ginzburg to reassure him that he won't get screwed. I want AEW to succeed but what happened? Quick opinions: i think the Bucks are better as heels. I hope we get a credible World Champ sometime soon. Imagine the big fight feel of Omega vs. Ospreay for the strap! CM Punk should go All In as a heel. And change his look like Hogan did. I gotta go watch the show again because I missed the beginning but I hope ratings get better soon. It will be sad when NXT beats Dynamite. Hopefully TK will start being a boss. Hogan said in recent interview that Vince Jr. was having problems telling talent to do the job. So he would make Hogan tell the guys. Then after a couple years Vince became a Boss and talent would respect his decisions etc.
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AEW Revolution 2023
AEW is becoming a joke. The blood makes no sense when they do juice. Major Joke Fraudster has the strap. Not good. I warned everyone last year that mjf would hurt business. Bryan Danielson could have been a spark to get casual eyes on the product but they went with the Fraudster...again. mjf can't draw $. Say what u want about Hangman but ratings were good. And of course things were great with Mox Omega and Jericho on top. The Ironman match was ridiculous. Bryan had to carry mjf through it. Major stalling as Fraudster needed his water bottle and just resting waay to much. This proved mjf can't hang. The little sequence at the start was waay to robotic. Like something u would see at a wrestling school. Bryan is happy where he is at but AEW deserves Bryan as the top guy. The Gunns held on to the tag titles but I wasn't upset because the Acclaimed will still be strong and FTR needs a reason to feud with the Gunns. AEW is sooo close to getting hot but sadly it's becoming to much of a cluster. WWE is pretty crappy...but they have Zayn and the bloodline which is all they need to draw Major ratings. Yes they systematically try to cool off Zayn because the corporate media execs don't want him to be the man. But as of now we are all entertained by Zayn and Roman etc. mjf can't be trusted with the strap. He screwed wardlow he's gonna cry and make excuses why he can't drop the title when TK finally realizes that AEW needs a real Top Guy to hold the strap. I used to get excited when Dynamite was on my city...now ...sadly I have no interest in live aew. I miss Santana..when is he coming back. Hopefully Ortiz and Santana can reunite.