The Flagship returns this week for an early-week edition to review WWE's Bash in Berlin, NXT's No Mercy, preview AEW All Out 2024, and discuss the official turnstile count for AEW All In 2024.

Additional topics include a review of MLW's Summer of the Beasts, a look at NOAH's N-1 Victory finals, a new Triple Crown champion & more!

• WWE Bash in Berlin review
• NXT No Mercy review
• AEW All Out 2024 preview
• AEW All In 2024 turnstile count
• MLW Summer of the Beasts review
• Kaito Kiyomia wins N-1 Victory 2024
• Yuma Aoyagi wins the Triple Crown
• & more!

The Flagship returns this week with a packed show covering the lives and careers of Sid Eudy and Villano V, plus a review of RevPro's 12th-anniversary show, the fallout from AEW All In, Netflix's upcoming Vince McMahon documentary, and more!

We ran out of time on The Flagship this week, so it was time for THE OVERRUN. Available exclusively on FlagshipPatreon.com's $5 tier, this week's Overrun covers previews of WWE's Bash in Berlin, NXT No Mercy, a final check-in on OVW Fight Night 2024, CMLL's Grand Prix Internacional 2024, and more.

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It's an all new Flagship Plus, catching you up on...

• The timeline of Stephanie Vaquer's WWE signing and ugly exit from CMLL
• AEW's underwhelming weekend TV's
• How to book a giant
• AJPW's 6/24 Korakuen show

The Flagship Wrestling Podcast returns with a loaded show covering all of the latest news in the world of pro wrestling.

On this week's show, we preview WWE Elimination Chamber and the central question surrounding the show: what do you do with Sami Zayn?

We spend over an hour on the life and career of legendary promoter Jerry Jarrett who passed away at age 80 this week.

We also discussed the official announcement of Ring of Honor TV tapings, the dismissal of MLW's lawsuit against WWE, a follow-up to last week's ratings discussion for MLW Underground, and a review of NWA's Nuff Said PPV.

Last but not least, we dove into the world of NJPW and NOAH as we reviewed NJPW's The New Beginning in Osaka show, previewed NJPW's Battle in the Valley show from San Jose, including the in-ring debut of Mercedes Mone, and previewed NOAH's Keiji Muto Grand Final Pro-Wrestling "Last" Love Hold Out featuring the highly-anticipated Kazuchika Okada vs. Kaito Kiyomia match.

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The Flagship Wrestling Podcast is back, covering the latest in the world of wrestling.   

Topics on this week's show include:

• A look at recent ratings trends from WWE, AEW, MLW's debut on REELZ, and more.  
• What wrestlers have you watched in real-time and thought they were the greatest of all-time?
• NXT Vengeance Day review
• NJPW The New Beginning in Sapporo Night 1 and Night 2 reviews
• The New Beginning in Osaka preview  
• NWA Nuff Said preview
• and more!

The Flagship Wrestling Podcast returns this week to discuss all of the latest news in the world of wrestling.   

On this week's show, we discuss the life and career of Lanny Poffo/The Genius, review WWE's Royal Rumble 2023, recap WWE's Q4 earnings call and check in with CMLL.

For an additional hour of discussions this week, subscribe to FlagshipPatreon.com ($5 tier) and listen to The Overrun where we discuss:

• The news of AEW running house shows
• Reelz getting into the wrestling game with MLW and new documentaries
• The latest information on Kota Ibushi, what we know about his situation, and his bookings for WrestleMania weekend
• New Japan's New Beginning weekend shows

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The Flagship Wrestling Podcast returns this week for an absolutely loaded show talking about the latest in a busy week of pro wrestling.  

We'll preview WWE's Royal Rumble 2022, discuss WWE being unable to secure The Rock for WrestleMania, the rumors of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's inclusion and a look at the mega ratings for RAW XXX.   

Also on the show, we'll discuss Wrestle Kingdom 17 in Yokohama Arena, including the awesome Kazuchika Okada/Kaito Kiyomiya confrontation, The Great Muta's BYE BYE match with Sting & Darby Allin, the announcement of the All Star Junior Festival, as well as a ton of other Japan quick hits including GLEAT, GanPro, BJW, FREEDOMS & more.

The Flagship Wrestling Podcast returns this week to discuss the life and career of ROH legend Jay Briscoe (Jamin Pugh).  

Additional topics included Vince McMahon settling with Rita Chatterton, Impact Wrestling's Hard to Kill PPV, a look at recent ratings patterns for RAW, NXT, Impact, and New Japan, as well as some discussion of the latest happenings in GLEAT, Dragongate & more.

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The Flagship Wrestling Podcast is back to discuss the latest news and notes on WWE's potential sale: a follow-up to our Breaking News audio from earlier in the week regarding WWE and Saudi Arabia, who are listed thus far as potential buyers, if AEW is going to get into the mix & more.

We'll also discuss Match 7 between The Elite and Death Triangle, no Mercedes Mone at AEW, ROH Supercard of Honor, ZERO1's New Years show, NJPW vs. NOAH, NJPW New Beginning, NJPW Battle in the Valley and Impact Wrestling Hard to Kill.

The Flagship Wrestling Podcast is back to discuss the latest news and notes on WWE's potential sale: a follow-up to our Breaking News audio from earlier in the week regarding WWE and Saudi Arabia, who are listed thus far as potential buyers, if AEW is going to get into the mix & more.

We'll also discuss Match 7 between The Elite and Death Triangle, a tremendous episode of AEW Dynamite, Mercedes Mone's AEW status, ROH Supercard of Honor, ZERO1's New Years show, NJPW vs. NOAH, NJPW New Beginning, NJPW Battle in the Valley and Impact Wrestling Hard to Kill.

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Vince McMahon is back, Mercedes is Mone, New Japan Pro Wrestling had a tremendous Wrestle Kingdom 17 plus new champs, and new units, NOAH had a good show on New Year's Day, and the scuzzers are taking over All Japan Pro Wrestling.

We cover all of this and so much more on this week's episode of The Flagship Wrestling Podcast.

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In this preview clip, Joe & Rich of The Flagship Podcast discuss one of the greatest matches of all time: Will Ospreay vs. Kenny Omega.

To listen to the full review of Ospreay vs. Omega plus the entire 90-minute Instant Reaction LIVE for NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 17, subscribe to the $10 tier at http://FlagshipPatreon.com.

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The final Flagship Podcast of 2022! Join Joe & Rich as they put a bow on 2022.

We start off by discussing some of the top pro wrestling stories of 2022 from Vince McMahon resigning in shame to Cody Rhodes' departure from AEW, Brawl Out, Sasha Banks & Naomi walking out and everything in between.

In the last half of the show we preview NJPW's Wrestle Kingdom 17 and NOAH's The New Year 2023, discuss Dragon Lee signing with WWE and review Dragongate The Final Gate 2022 and RevPro Uprising 2022.

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Join The Flagship Wrestling Podcast for their 2022 Christmas spectacular!

We start the show by discussing the latest news on Sasha Banks and her arrival in Japan ahead of NJPW Wrestle Kingdom, betting on herself and what we can expect from her moving forward.

We also touched on Bronson Reed returning to WWE, Triple H's booking and played Remember Some Guys (and Girls), who recently returned to the company.

Then in the last half of the show, we open up the mailbag and answer your questions about Christmas & more!

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The Flagship returns after a week's hiatus for a special Wednesday night edition of The Flagship!

Join us as we review WWE Money in the Bank and NXT Heatwave, catch you up on the latest in NJPW, including NJPW Soul, and a look at the full G1 Climax 34 field.

Plus, we'll dive into Stephanie Vaquer's signing with WWE, Suwama announcing his final Triple Crown Challenge, 0.0 Fast Nationals BS, MLW, & more!

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The Flagship Podcast is back this week with an absolutely loaded show!

This week on the show we discuss new allegations against Vince McMahon and his desire to return to the company. We also touch on the news of Mandy Rose's firing, what we've heard regarding Sasha Banks, ROH Final Battle, ROH failing to secure a proper TV deal, NXT DEADL1NE, NJPW's World Tag League & Super Junior Tag League finals, the Wrestle Kingdom 17 lineup, and finally departures/upheaval in All Japan Pro Wrestling.

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Note: An issue with our recording in the show's first hour resulted in lower-than-normal audio quality. These issues were fixed for the final two hours of the show. Thanks for your understanding.

This week on The Flagship, we discussed shockingly low ratings across the board for all pro wrestling properties including a record-low third hour for RAW, AEW Rampage's continued struggles and more.

We then previewed the weekend slate of shows including ROH Final Battle 2022 and NXT DEADL1NE, the latest on William Regal's status in AEW and finally, Bouncin' Around Japan talking NJPW, AJPW, ZERO1, Dragongate & more.

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The Flagship returns this week to test our knowledge on 2022 WWE, review WWE Survivor Series: War Games, the latest on William Regal's contract, a catch-up on NJPW's World Tag League and Super Junior Tag League, AJPW and more!

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The Flagship is back this week with a full recap of this week's AEW Dynamite, a preview of AEW Full Gear 2022, and a check-in on the world of the National Wrestling Alliance.

Listen to our Full Gear Instant Reaction LIVE show Saturday night at FlagshipPatreon.com ($10 tier).

The Flagship Podcast returns this week with an absolutely loaded show!

Topics this week included Logan Paul vs. Roman Reigns from WWE Crown Jewel, NJPW's Battle Autumn, NJPWxSTARDOM, World Tag League, Super Junior Tag League, the state of the NWA & NWA Hard Times 3, Dragongate & a eulogy for Twitter (Rest in Piss).

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This week on The Flagship Podcast:

• Jeff Jarrett winning yet again by debuting with AEW and getting a nice new office job
• WWE's Q3 earnings (spoiler: they made a lot of money again)
• WWE Crown Jewel,
• FITE+
• The latest shenanigans in Pro Wrestling NOAH
• NJPW's TV Title tournament
• NJPW Battle Autumn
• Grocery Store Fried Chicken
• & more!

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The Flagship Podcast returns this week to dive into The Elite's imminent return to AEW and the latest from CM Punk...eh CM Punk's CAMP regarding the ALL OUT backstage fight.

We also catch you up on the latest in New Japan Pro Wrestling, the ongoing Karl Anderson situation, Aussie Open vs. FTR, and a review of NXT 2.5's Halloween Havoc.

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The Flagship Podcast returns this week to talk AEW Dynamite vs. NXT's Tuesday Night ratings battle, the latest on Hangman Page's injury, Ace Steel gone from AEW, WWE canceling Day 1, AAA TripleMania, Karl Anderson/NJPW & more!

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The Flagship Podcast is back at full power to discuss the latest in the world of wrestling! 

Topics on this week's show include:

• Ariel Helwani's interview with Tony Khan and follow-up freakouts
• Bray Wyatt's WWE return
• A full review of WWE Extreme Rules
• NJPW's Declaration of Power
• TripleMania XXX: Mexico City
• West Coast Pro's Ride the Lightning
• AAW's Jim Lynam Memorial Tournament
• Which golden age Hollywood actors had workin' names
• & more!

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The Flagship Podcast is back BUT with a twist this week!

Joe is temporarily on the shelf due to his turgid larynx, so Rich is bringing on two special guests.

In the first half of the show, Rich was joined by Joe Gagne (Five Star Match Game / @joegagne) to discuss the life & career of Antonio Inoki, more AEW in-fighting, fallout from Andrade & Sammy Guevara, what to do with Andrade if you're Tony Khan, WWE Extreme Rules, NJPW's Declaration of Power & more!   

In the show's second half, Rich was joined by Scott Edwards (@ScottEWrestling) for a JOSHI segment. That's right! Joshi on The Flagship. Scott and Rich discussed STARDOM's 5 Star Grand Prix finals, the rise of Giulia, and STARDOM's growing importance in puro and this weekend's TJPW's Wrestle Princess III show.

• Destiny: Giulia and the One Night Journey to Perfection: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2022/10/02/destiny-giulia-and-the-one-night-journey-to-perfection/ 
• Starlight Kid Has Become ‘The Heir’ to ‘The Icon’ for STARDOM: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2022/10/06/starlight-kid-has-become-the-heir-to-the-icon-for-stardom/

The Flagship is back this week to preview AEW's Forbidden Door 2024 PPV, catch you up on the latest going on in CMLL, discuss the lives and careers of Sika and Jamie Kellner, the latest on Ricky Starks, Donovan Dijak's free agency, and more!

The Flagship Podcast is back at full strength this week, talking about potential AEW roster movement, the latest on Malakai Black and Buddy Murphy, a review of NJPW's Burning Spirits, plus a preview of NJPW's upcoming shows in the UK.  

We also reviewed AJPW's 50th Anniversary event, NOAH's Grand Ship, discussed the new GHC Heavyweight Champion, and finally, a rare dive into the world of DDT to review Kazusada Higuchi vs. Konosuke Takeshita from DDT Who's Gonna Top? 2022.

Deconstructing WWE's brilliant fan manipulation abilities and why their mythologized version of Roman Reigns mediocre world title reign is taking hold. Plus AEW Grand Slam, Grand Slam business, RAW ratings and why they are a red flag, CMLL's outstanding 89th Anniversary show, Dragongate's Dangerous Gate and ensuing fallout, Sabu's intentional botches, Mox vs Gage, and more! 

The Flagship is back this week as we talk about the ongoing speculation regarding The Young Bucks & AEW, reports of the Bucks sending feelers to WWE, Being the Elite's hiatus, and more.   

We'll also dive into RAW's ratings against the first week of Monday Night Football and several small topics around the wrestling world, including CMLL's upcoming 89th Aniversario, AJPW's 50th Anniversary, F1RST Wrestling running Mall of America, Keiji Mutoh's retirement show tickets, and the never-stopping world of MLW.

The Flagship Podcast returns tonight to discuss the future of CM Punk in AEW, the post ALL OUT 2022 media scrum fallout, reported suspensions, vacated titles and everything we know about this tumultuous time in AEW.

We'll also discuss WWE Clash at the Castle, NXT Worlds Collide, NOAH's Tokyo Dome show, and so much more.

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The Flagship Podcast previews a huge wrestling weekend, including AEW ALL OUT 2022, WWE Clash at the Castle, WWE/NXT World's Collide, and indie shows around the Chicagoland area.

We then review the spectacular 7+ hour NWA 74th Anniversary and catch up with NOAH's N1 & AJPW's Royal Road.

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The Flagship Podcast returns to talk about the fallout from a wild episode of AEW Dynamite, the latest on Eddie Kingston/Sammy Guevara, Thunder Rosa and the current ALL OUT 2022 card. 

Additional topics included a full review of RevPro's 10 Year Anniversary, a preview of NWA's 74th Anniversary weekend & more.

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This week on The Flagship Wrestling Podcast, we talk about CM Punk's controversial promo on AEW Dynamite, ongoing issues with CM Punk and Hangman Page, moving CM Punk vs. Jon Moxley to Dynamite and the current AEW ALL OUT 2022 card.  

Additional topics included

• NJPW's G1 Climax 32 semi-finals and finals reviews, Kazuchika Okada as the G1 Climax 32 winner and a full tournament wrap-up. 
• A full review of Impact Wrestling's Emergence 2022 
• NXT UK releases and the announcement of NXT Europe
• West Coast Pro's The West Coast Cup tournament 
• & more!

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This week on The Flagship Wrestling Podcast, we analyze recent WWE ratings trends and why the curiosity of Triple H taking over and Vince McMahon's controversies appear to be cooling off.

We also discuss recent happenings in AEW, including CM Punk's return, ALL OUT 2022 beginning to take shape and whether Kenny Omega is next to return.

Lastly, we look at the final few nights of NJPW's G1 Climax 32, who from each block still has a chance to win plus ZERO1's Fire Festival Finals (with cheering!), NWA's Empowerrr not returning, the business of running a wrestling show & more!

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The Flagship returns to cover WWE being good again (but not really), Triple H proving the new lies are the old lies, PLUS a full review of SummerSlam 2022 including the absolute spectacle that was Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns.   

We'll also dive into Dragongate's Kobe World 2022 weekend, Ric Flair's Last Match, a catch-up on NJPW's G1 Climax 32 and our thoughts on the passing of Vin Scully and Bill Russell.

The Flagship returns this week for a huge show with the latest on Vince McMahon's resignation from WWE, Triple H taking over as head of creative, and a recap of what's been a tumultuous few weeks for the company.

We'll then preview WWE's SummerSlam 2022 show, the other events and happenings around SummerSlam weekend, including Ric Flair's Last Match, review ROH Death Before Dishonor, and lastly, what's in store for this weekend's Dragongate Kobe World shows.

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• Joe's (late) take on the terrible Dynamite rating
• Rampage review
• Collision review
• Wrestling fans deplorable reaction to the death of Jamie Kellner
• MLW Anniversary '24 review and look ahead to Blood & Thunder

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The Flagship is back this week to catch you up on NJPW's G1 Climax 32 with reviews of each and every match, our favorite matches of the tournament so far, and more.

We then preview this weekend's ROH Death Before Dishonor and, lastly, review NOAH's Destination 2022 including Keiji Mutoh's disgraceful performance against Kaito Kiyomia.

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The Flagship is back this week to talk the latest in the world of pro wrestling, including an extensive preview of NJPW's upcoming G1 Climax, the latest on Sasha Banks and her first post-WWE appearances, new allegations against Vince McMahon, the official announcement of AEW ALL OUT 2022, AJPW back up to their old tricks & your calls!

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The Flagship returns this week to review WWE Money in the Bank 2022 and discuss Liv Morgan's latest star-making performance.

We'll also recap Impact Wrestling's Against All Odds, take a look at ROH's Death Before Dishonor card, talk about the cancellation of WES' debut show, a big Pro Wrestling NOAH show on the horizon, Buff Bagwell's Twitter & more!

The Flagship LIVE returns this week to chat all the fallout from AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door, Vince McMahon/Rita Chatterton, WWE Money in the Bank Premium Live Event from the Intimate Confines of the MGM Grand Garden Arena, ROH Death Before Dishonor & more!

Join The Flagship Podcast for an abbreviated episode this week as we preview AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door, discuss the latest on Vince McMahon, and review Impact Wrestling Slammiversary.

Joe will host a solo edition of The Overrun at FlagshipPatreon.com covering the NJPW G1 Climax 32 schedule, All Japan Pro Wrestling's Ota City Gymnasium including a new Triple Crown Champion, AAA's Fake TripleMania II (TripleMania Tijuana) & more.

Note: This episode aired live on Thursday, June 16, before the news of Vince McMahon stepping down as WWE CEO and Stephanie McMahon becoming interim CEO. This also aired before Keiji Mutoh announced several of his retirement matches.

A massive week of wrestling news on this week's Flagship Podcast.

We'll lead off, of course, with the massive news of WWE's board of directors investigating Vince McMahon's alleged $3M hush payment to a former employee, the discovery of additional NDAs and what this all means for the future of McMahon in WWE, WWE itself, how it related to Stephanie McMahon's leave of absence and so much more.

We'll also tackle the reports that Sasha Banks may have been granted her release from WWE, Jeff Hardy's recent DUI and what it means for his future in wrestling and AEW plus a review and recap of NJPW Dominion, G1 Climax participants and CyberFight Festival 2022 including Nakajima knocking out Endo.

The Overrun

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The Flagship is back this week with a special guest as Erin Quinn (@MsErinQuinn) joins Rich in place of the vacationing Joe.

On deck for the show are discussions on a wild week of wrestling news, including CM Punk’s injury, more details on Stephanie McMahon’s leave of absence, a WWE Hell in a Cell review, Cody Rhodes’ working through a torn pec, and more.

We’ll also dive briefly into NJPW, including a look at the NJPW Dominion card, what we know so far for AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door then conclude with Rich & Erin Recommend Matches To Each Other!

The Flagship returns with an absolutely loaded show talking about the latest in the ongoing MJF story, the fallout from AEW Double or Nothing, the first Forbidden Door announcements, Kota Ibushi situation, the death of Tarzan Goto, Dragongate's King of Gate finals, NJPW's Best of the Super Juniors, Kento Miyahara vs. T-Hawk... oh, yeah, and WWE Hell in a Cell 2022 Premium Live Event and NXT In Your House.

The Flagship Podcast returns this week to preview AEW Double or Nothing 2022, discuss WWE moving Money in the Bank, sluggish SummerSlam ticket sales, catch up on NJPW's Best of the Super Juniors, RevPro's Epic Encounters 2022, "Dirty" Ron McDonald vs. GCW & more!

The Flagship is back to talk about the latest in the world of wrestling, including Stephanie McMahon's leave of absence, Sasha Banks & Naomi's WWE walkout, NJPW's Best of the Super Juniors tournament, Capital Collision, RevPro Epic Encounters 2022, Ric Flair's Last Match, Wrestling Entertainment Series, the latest on Shinjiro Otani and more!

The Flagship is back this week to discuss the ridiculous debut for the Wyatt Sick6, review WWE's Clash at the Castle: Scotland, review AAA's TripleMania: Tijuana, discuss the announcements of G1 Climax 34 blocks plus a look at the latest happenings in Pro Wrestling NOAH, NJPW, TNA & more!

The Flagship returns to talk about the absolutely insane world of pro wrestling.

We'll talk about the ongoing Kota Ibushi situation and the latest news we've heard, Roman Reigns' new schedule and what the future holds for him, a very special review of WWE's latest Premium Live Event WWE WrestleMania: Backlash, reviews of AJPW's Champion Carnival 2022 final, Dragongate's King of Gate opening night & more!

The Flagship LIVE is back this week to discuss an insane week of pro wrestling stories & shows. Exclusive notes on the turmoil in Pro Wrestling NOAH, WWE's Q1 earnings, AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door's instant sellout, a WWE Premium Live Event that is definitely happening this weekend called WrestleMania Backlash and so much more.

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The Flagship is back this week for a huge show talking about wrestling from all over the world including NJPW's Wrestling Dontaku, Okada vs. Naito, COVID ravaging Japanese wrestling shows, AAA's TripleMania XXX: Monterrey, Dragongate departures, Impact Wrestling Rebellion 2022 and Bouncin' Around the Indies covering West Coast Pro, Warrior Wrestling, AAW, PWG, SUP, Defy & more!