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In the words of the great philosopher Shawty Lo, “There must be two siiiiidddes!” Logan Paul went from heel to hero to victim and back to being bad—all in one episode of Raw.

The Brons put the kibosh on Paul’s World Title hopes (for now) and made the multi-media maven have a great epiphany: if you can’t beat ’em, join ’em. Now, with Logan aligned with The Vision, is he officially down with the clique, or just a temporary teammate for the upcoming WarGames?

Even more questions abound—if they are teaming for the next PLE, who else will join their squad, and what combination of babyfaces will they square off against? Jey Uso and CM Punk seem like locks for two their collective will have to fight. Hear our takes here.

Also, the ladies stay shining—we assess the state of play in the women’s division with some in-depth analysis of Jade Cargill, The Kabuki Warriors, and more. Keep it locked on The Rap On Wrestling Podcast.

The look, the talent, the charisma, the determination — Jade Cargill’s got it all. And now she’s fulfilled the prophecy, of winning the Women’s World Title. We break down what we’d like to see from her reign (hopefully a long one) and why a dream one on one with Bianca Belair should be held off until WrestleMania. We also show love to the woman Jade squashed for the strap at SNME, Tiffany Stratton. Despite back to back major losses to Jade and Stephanie Vaquer, Tiffy spent most of her time on top during an incredible 2025 campaign thus far.

Speaking of new champs, C.M. Punk is back at the pinnacle after beating Jey Uso for the vacated World Heavyweight Championship. We get into what’s next for Punk, and what direction Jey should go after taking such a tough loss.

 And of course, you can’t talk WWE without mentioning Roman Reigns. His shadow is still looming large, and our crew debates which title we’d like to see him go after when he returns — Cody’s or Punk’s.

lus, that big announcement about the upcoming tournament involving all WWE brands to decide who faces John Cena in the final match of his retirement run? Yeah, we’ve got thoughts. The ROWP family breaks down why this is a total game-changer and who we’d love to see compete for the honor of closing out The GOAT’s legendary career.

Jade Cargil turned heel and we love it!!! Not so much the same vines with Jey Uso following the same dark path. Fear not Yeeteers, we break down why Jey is just misunderstood and will remain face. Plus, our predictions for Saturday Night’s Main Event’s actual main event where Jey will face CM Punk for the vacated world heavyweight championship.

Also our other predictions regarding Cargil Vs Tiffany Stratton and Cody Rhodes taking on Drew McIntyre are all in deck.

In this episode of The Rap on Wrestling, we sit down with Real1, formerly known as WWE’s Enzo Amore, for one of the most raw and unfiltered conversations you’ll ever hear. From his rise in WWE and the creation of his iconic persona to life after wrestling, Real1 opens up about the highs, the controversies, and what’s next for his career in and out of the ring.

The dog is officially off the porch and off the chain. The biggest story in wrestling right is Bron Breakker spear-heading division in The Vision by setting it on Seth Rollins.

With Bronson Reed following suit and hitting his faction leader with a Tsunami and Paul Heyman choosing sides, The Visionary is the odd man out. We beak everything down

Our entire team gives a standing ovation to John Cena and AJ Styles for giving the fans an emotionally uplifting and action amplified last match in their rivalry. WWE’s “Crown Jewel” however, had way more on deck for us.

The Australian PLE featured a huge win from the Land Down Under’s grappling Queen, Rhea Ripley but the Aussie King, the Tribal Thief, Bronson Reed’s victory over Roman Reigns was even more momentous and we break down the ripe effects.

 Speaking of Roman, his latest family friction with the Usos could mean no Bloodline reunion in WarGames this year and it doesn’t bold well for their Thanksgiving plans either.

The W of all Ws came from Seth Rollins beating Cody Rhodes. But finally pinning The American Nightmare has cost him more than he bargained for.

Over in TNA, The Hardyz and Dudley’s came together one final encounter each other and what looks like Team 3-D’s last match overall. In the aftermath of their hellacious tables match we not only analyses that bout, but also talk about where both teams rank on our top ten tag teams list.

Surely seeing D-Von and Bubba unlace their boots and give them to Matt touched your heart as did witnessing a bloodied but victorious Mike Santana celebrate the liberation of the TNA title from Trick Williams in the middle of the ring with his young daughter. We break it all down.

What a week. Shaheem got up with Method Man and The Rock, Ari saw his first AEW show live and E hung with some of the Def Squad! All that and team still kept up with everything in wrestling including Jey Uso listening to his cousin Roman Reigns over his brother Jimmy. Big up to females as well. They have been lighting up the ring. We break everything down here!

The Bloodline is here! The Tribal Chief wasn’t going to let his cousins go down 0-2 to the Brons. Roman Reigns returned on Raw not just to assist Jey and Jimmy Uso in their Texas Tornado tag match, but to give his former Right Hand Man that extra hype with a post-match pep talk.

 Is this charged-up battery in Jey’s back further along an outright heel turn, or is he just gaining that extra edge to take him back to championship glory? And what does it mean for Jimmy, who doesn’t seem to agree with his family? We discuss.

Speaking of reaching the top of the mountain, Ricky Saints is the new NXT Champion. He did the unthinkable by beating Oba Femi and ending an almost year-long title reign. We break down the stunning defeat, and we’ll also analyze where Oba ranks among the all-time great NXT Champs.

We were there in Indy! Get some first hand insight what it was like to be on the ground during the historic WrestlePalooza.” And our family also dives into the spectacular what was AEW’s “All Out.” Hear why we think despite taking a loss in the main event, that Kyle Fletcher has skyrocketed his stock. All that and what’s next for Champions Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins after their confrontation on Raw.

Today is AEW All Out and as usual, they stacked the card! Due to the last minute addition of a same day PLE from WWE, they pulled no stops to bring the fans what they want! With a bunch of major players out due to injury, the rest of the roster looks ready to carry the load! Will a young on fire Protostar Kyle Fletcher dethrone the champ Hangman Page?

Will the Hurt Business shut up Ricochet and the GOA for good? Will Timeless Toni Storm deliver another award winning performance and leave as champion? Will Cope and Christian teach FTR and Stokely a lesson they will never forget? Will the Mad King be victorious on his return to the ring since May 2024?!?! Will Mercedes have enough to retain against a returning Rhio? Will Darby put the nail in the coffin of the Death Riders?

MJF vs Mark Briscoe, 4 way Tag team ladder match for the championships. Tune in for our predictions right now!!!!

WWE is about to embark on a whole new era. Their partnership with ESPN officially begins with the PLE WrestlePalooza live from Indianapolis.

Regardless of your thoughts about the buildups, every match on this card is a blockbuster, and we should be in for an explosive night. Will Brock Lesnar go full Beast Incarnate mode and force John Cena into an early retirement, or will “Super Cena” once again defy the odds? Our ROWP family is heavily divided on who will come out on top in this decades-long grudge match.

When it comes to the family feud between Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch vs. CM Punk and AJ Lee, we aren’t any more unified in what we forecast the outcome to be. All that, plus our takes on who’ll leave with the belt  in Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre, The Usos vs. the Bron Brons, and who we think will be crowned the new Women’s World Champion. Don’t be surprised if Iyo Sky Vs Stephanie Vaquer  turns into the sleeper classic of “WrestlePalooza.”

With AJ Lee back home In WWE, not only is the entire women’s division turned upside down now With another main eventer added to the mix, but Lee is going to have some serious implications for the men’s side as well.

Wherever her husband, CM Punk is, she won’t be too far behind and that means things will be on equal footing when he faces Seth Rollins for the World Heavyweight Championship again. In the meantime, it’s Seth and Becky LYnch Vs Punk and Lee at “WrestlePalooza.” Hear our take on wrestling’s biggest family feud right now.

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Who really runs wrestling? We present to the world, our list of the 50 most litt wrestlers in the game right now. Let the debates begin! Big us up or Shout at us through your phones and TVs. Send in your comments of praise and laments! It’s all good. Watch and let us know what you think and send us your own lists as well!!

Breaking news, Sami Zayn is confident again and is the new U.S. Champ. He’s not the only Bloodline alum who’s benefiting from some regained mojo. Roman Reigns has got swagger back, but will he be able to say the same about his kicks after Sunday? Our crew is divided on whether he’ll reclaim the two pairs of sneakers that were stolen from him by “The Tribal Thief,” Bronson Reed. But The ROWP familia are unified in predicting a win in their “Clash In Paris” match.

 As for the rest of the card, we are pretty much unified in our predictions of Becky Lynch’s title defense against Nikki Bella as well as John Cena’s bout with Logan Paul. The same can’t be said for our thoughts on the Fatal Four Way World Heavyweight Championship match where Seth Rollins defends against Jey Uso, CM Punk and LA Knight. Tune in now to hear who we think will win and why.

Dominik Mysterio loves being a heel and this year, the WWE Universe are really applauding him for being so good at being bad. He used to come out and get booed so fervently during his promos, he barely could be get a word in without being interrupted by a chorus of boos. Then when you could get a word in, more unified, audible disdain drowning him out. But as a former Intercontinental Champion once said, the Creme rises to the top.

Here, Dom talks about now being cheered by the fans despite still playing dirty, why he’d welcome John Cena challenging him for the IC strap and give a up a preview of some of the hip-hop he’s vibing to.

Raw, uncut, and spittin’ nothin’ but facts — R-Truth took time out from traveling on the road to kick it with the ROWP family. We get into detailed breakdowns of tracks from his new LP, The White Album, as well as why he chose to expand his musical repertoire into country.

Make no mistake: Truth is hip-hop to the core (he has photos with Eazy-E and Tupac), and he’ll always captivate the hearts of his fans. We also dive into the unwavering support he gets from the WWE Universe, how the WWE itself is backing him as an artist, and, of course, we had to ask — was his brief separation from the company a work or a shoot?

Seth Rollins, Paul Heyman, and “The Bron Brons” are on fire. The collective known as “The Vision” are beating down their competition every week, taking a World Championship title, a couple pairs of sneakers, and some pride while doing so. No wonder they’re at the top of our power rankings.

And while Rollins has his Oracle, we have our own “Ari-Cle.” Ari gives his prediction on who John Cena’s last handful of opponents will be.

Plus, with Naomi injured, how will it affect the stacked Raw women’s division? “The Man” Becky Lynch seems poised to be even more in the front as she gears up to defend her I.C. belt against Nikki Bella soon.

 And looming in the background of it all is the Karrion Kross chatter. Is he really done with WWE? If so, we’re talking about one of the more unique acts in the game suddenly hitting free agency. To most of the ROWP family, AEW would make sense — he’s got the presence, the mystique, and a promo style that would click in their darker corners. Find out why one of our guys says nah!

Seth Rollins already had the greatest Money in the Bank contract cash-in ever, but did he top himself during the first night of Summer Slam? While that’s up for debate, there’s no denying his latest cash-in was the most stylish ever. He absolutely stunted on the crowd and CM Punk.

The Visionary’s comeback from his feigned injury fooled many, broke one guy from Chicago’s heart, and made 50,000-plus erupt in less than six minutes on August 2. The next night, Brock Lesnar came back to hurl the now-face John Cena around the ring with an F-5 and throw gasoline on their years-dead feud to reignite the flames. Not to mention, Roman Reigns got his kicks yapped once again the night after that on Raw.

With so much to unpack in the wake of Summer Slam and Monday Night Raw, we called on a friend of the ROWP family — DJ, producer, media personality, cancer survivor, and activist Pretty Lou — to help break everything down.

Lou, a huge fan of comic books and the films based on them, had strong opinions on Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel vs. James Gunn’s Superman, and he told us his top five singles wrestlers and tag teams

WWE’s Jade Cargill is a disruptor, truly a storm in human form. She’s A true force of nature with Goddess like physical features, but has shown she can definitely get on demon time in the ring.

Although Jade came up short while wrestling Tiffany Stratton at Summer Slam (both in the length of the match and the final result) for the WWE Women’s Championship, with an undeniable, aurora, mentally and statuesque look, being a World Title holder seems pre ordained for her. It’s only a matter of time before she has single’s gold.

In this exclusive interview with The Rap On Wrestling Podcast, Cargill talks about her past year’s success in WWE, what being the female top title holder means to her, where those spectacular one-of-one outfits go after she wears them and how she’s inspired by Rhianna AND her nemesis Naomi.

Our most legendary guest to date! “The Best Theresa Is, The Best Theresa Was, The Best There Ever Will Be,” “The Excellence of Execution,” “The Hitman,” Bret Hart sits with the ROWP family.

While attending “Summer Bash” at Brooklyn Paramount in NYC presented by the official credit card sponsor for WWE SummerSlam, Chase Freedom, Bret sat in the green room and logged into our show. He gave us his take on Cody Rhodes potential heel turn, told us his favorite Summer Slam matches he competed it and weighed on Jelly Roll’s weight loss and dedication to the ring. The Hitman even broke down why wrestling and music are a match made in Heaven.

“Hulk Hogan” is undoubtedly the most world-renowned and recognizable name in wrestling history. In the 1980s, he put the sport on his back and carried it to the promised land. Hogan wasn’t just the face of WWF—he was the face of professional wrestling itself. The industry soared to unprecedented heights through the rise of “Hulkamania,” with Hogan headlining the inaugural WrestleMania and, a few years later, co-starring in the most iconic match of the era: Hogan vs. Andre the Giant at WrestleMania III.

For many of us who grew up in the ’80s—especially die-hard wrestling fans—The Hulkster was a larger-than-life hero. Our parents bought us his action figures, we watched his Saturday morning cartoon, and we cried when, on rare occasions, he lost a match. He represented strength, loyalty, and everything good, he even told us to listen to our parents and pray every night before going to bed

But nearly a decade ago, everything changed.

 In a disturbing turn of events, Hogan was secretly recorded repeatedly using the N-word during a bedroom rant. In that same recording, he openly admitted to harboring racist views. The leak of the footage left fans shocked, angry, and heartbroken. While Hogan has since issued multiple apologies, the damage was deep. He lost a legion of fans and, more importantly, a significant part of the public trust.

The lasting impact of that scandal was evident earlier this year, when Hogan made what is now his final WWE appearance. Instead of a hero’s welcome, he was met with jeers and booed out of the building by fans in the Crypto.com Arena in LA on Monday Night Raw.

The love and disdain for Hulk Hogan—and the man behind the persona, Terry Bollea—remain complicated. The ROWP Family unpack their feelings about the fallen and controversial icon who once was a pristine pillar of virtue in the eyes of fans everywhere across the globe.

Trick tricked them and lived up to his name. Meanwhile, The Hardyz continued their party and were challenged by an old frenemy. TNA’s “Slammiversary” was quality from top to bottom but how hampering will it be to their company that NXT is in passion of their top men’s and women’s championships?

Over on “Monday Night Raw,” all the ladies continued to step up to the plate and are displaying so much excellence, the ROWP faction all agree their division is way more exciting than the fellas’ when it comes to the main roster.

 The main man on the main roster, Roman Reigns was back on Monday basking in the spotlight, however his exchange will Paul Heyman was an absolute disappointment. Hear whey we feel “The Oracle” dropped the ball when he should have had hot lines and dropped the mic.

This episode is too litt! Things are about to get real different. Roman, Roman Reiiiiiiigns is back! What does that mean for Summer Slam and the wrestling world as a whole? The ROWP and special guest, esteemed journalist, Adelle Platon, unpack all the greatness on the way.

 We are still reveling in Naomi’s Women’s World Heavyweight title win at Evolution and on Raw it was announced she will defend in a triple threat match at Summer Slam Va Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky. Did booking get that right of was there a challenger more worthy of that spot at warm weather PLE spectacle?

Plus: Bron Breakker’s breakout, Jey Uso running back his ring entrance mid match, Goldberg’s sour grapes, why Trish Stratus still haves it?? We’ve got it all covered!

Fork jabs to the foreheads, a DDT and curb stomp on a bed of nails and threats of suffocation with a plastic bag. The main event Texas Death Match of AEW’s “All In” was not for the squeamish, but our ROWP family found beauty in the relentless violence. Listen close as we unpack all the anarchy and analyze how Hangman Adam Page defeating Champ Jon Moxley will reshape AEW moving forward.

Speaking of major shifts in the company, The Young Bucks fell to Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay in a tag team show stealer. We lay out why that match was the night’s true masterpiece.

 The more things change, the more they stay the same—at least in the women’s division. “Timeless” Toni Storm retained her belt against “The CEO” Mercedes Moné, but did the two Queens deliver the classic we expected?

We also explore whether The Hurt Syndicate are on the brink of total company domination, examine Okada’s standing in AEW now that he’s unified titles, and assess how formidable a challenge Athena will be to Toni Storm now that she’s the number one contender.

What a career Bill Goldberg had. On Saturday, he valiantly battled Gunther for the World Heavyweight Title, but “The Ring General” ultimately outlasted him. The ROWP faction reflects on the WWE Hall of Famer’s legendary run in the wake of his final match.

And while Goldberg fought back tears in Atlanta on Saturday during his planned retirement match and the speech after his bout, wrestling fans everywhere are fighting tears of their own as it appears Seth Rollins has suffered a serious knee injury. With the Money in the Bank briefcase in his possession and momentum on his side, we evaluate how WWE may need to pivot storylines and planned matches if The Visionary is forced to the sidelines for an extended period.

Finally, Grammy Award winner Jelly Roll is officially set for SummerSlam, teaming with Randy Orton against Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul. Find out whether our crew is fired up for this match—or feeling seriously underwhelmed.

One of wrestling’s busiest, and possibly its most eventful, weekends of the year is here, and we are locked in! WWE’s Friday Night Smackdown went down last night. Find out what our crew thinks about Jelly Roll’s possible in-ring debut at SummerSlam, why The Street Profits losing the tag team belts to The Wyatt Sicks was a major disappointment, but also makes for a fresh set of matches in that division.

As for this weekend, hear arguments for and against Bill Goldberg defeating Gunther in what could be his very last match. We also discuss if LA Knight’s recent hit streak is enough to carry him to victory over one of the greatest competitors right now, Seth “Freakin” Rollins.

When it comes to the all-female PLE “Evolution,” we are all in as well. The ROWP fans think Rhea Ripley is primed for another title run, while Becky Lynch should retain in her match. There’s a wildcard though: Naomi. Listen up as to whether we think it’s time for her to cash in that “Money In The Bank” briefcase.

Everything could change this Saturday afternoon. Not only are titles up for grabs, but so are key executive positions that play integral parts in AEW’s storylines. Hear why our team is unified in picking Mercedes Moné to add the biggest prize yet to her collection of belts—the AEW Women’s Championship—and beat “Timeless” Toni Storm.
 
The ROWP crew is divided when it comes to the men’s World Heavyweight Championship. Titleholder Jon Moxley has managed to retain his belt in the most punishing matches during his reign. But with Hangman Adam Page willing to push the limits of cruelty in a vicious Texas Death Match, most of us feel that Mox may be too battle-weary to pull out a victory. Still, there’s one in our family who believes the leader of the Death Riders will ride off into the sunset as the victor.
 
Saturday also features marquee matchups including a unification clash between AEW Continental Champion Kazuchika Okada and AEW International Champion Kenny Omega. Not to be outdone, Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay are back on the same page as they take on The Young Bucks with EVP titles on the line.
 
We break down the entire card and tell you who we think will win and why. Tune in now

Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed finally got some mic time and backed it all the way up in the ring.  But it was the ladies who wound up getting a huge chunk of attention this week. Hear why the ROWP family feel like the upcoming PLE deserves a way better build up with booking. 
 
Then things really get heated as we debated how WWE is handling Jade Cargil.  One of the guys think being a Tag Team Champion, having a marquee match at this past WrestleMania, being crowned Queen of The Ring recently and having a singles World Title Match in August at Summer Slam is not enough.
 
Plus, did the last confrontation before Saturday’s Main Event between Gunther and Goldberg fall flat, or are we all hyped now for their clash? We tell you if this was the final push WWE needed to sell us on the match—or if the momentum is floundering.

As everyone enjoys the July 4th holiday, we’re keeping you plugged into what’s going down in WWE and AEW.
 
AEW Dynamite
 
It looked like Mercedes Moné had Toni Storm shook, delivering another strong match, this time against Mina Shirakawa. “The CEO” laid out the “Timeless” one in the middle of the ring, signaling that a title change feels imminent when these two Queens clash at “All In.” But, was Toni just playing possum this week? The ROWP fam breaks down why Mercedes’ momentum and Toni’s unraveling confidence make this collision must-see.
 
In the AEW World Title scene, the stakes just got higher. Adam Page and Jon Moxley’s upcoming match for the World Heavyweight Title will now be a Texas Death Match. “Hangman” showed he’s willing to go to hell and back, proving he’ll do whatever it takes to brutalize Mox and leave as champion. Our team explains why Page’s mix of simmering rage and ring craft might give Mox all he can handle in their highly anticipated showdown.
 
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WWE Raw
Gunther is promising to bully Goldberg when they clash for the World Heavyweight Championship at Saturday Night’s Main Event. But the Ring General can’t sleep easy: Seth Rollins is threatening to cash in his Money in the Bank contract at any moment.
 
Seth, however, has problems of his own. Lots of problems. CM Punk always wants to beat him up, mind and a brand-new beef with LA Knight is adding fuel to the fire. Not to mention Sami Zayn, Penta and Jey Uso all have problems with Seth and his squad.  Our team sorts through these layers of rivalries as well as Bronson Reed’s and Bron Breakker’s roles as Rollin’s henchmen under the “Visionary’s” learning tree, ready to enforce his chaos.

Night of Champions set the stage for explosive title chases and personal vendettas with two new crown holders being coronated.
 
Cody Rhodes and Jade Cargill reigned supreme in the King and Queen of the Ring finals. Jade’s victory skyrockets her into the top of the women’s main event scene, while Cody’s reassertion in the title hunt may have cost him a friend. “The American Nightmare” delivered a fantastic match against fellow finalist and former mentor Randy Orton, filled with high spots  and near falls. However, it was clear during the contest that “The Viper” was hearing those voices in his head again, hinting at a possible return to his more ways. The ROWP crew weighs in on whether a full heel turn is in Randy’s future and what Cody’s and Cargil’s victories means for Summer Slam now that two number-one contenders are in place.
 
A looming question now is whether John Cena can hold onto his championship long enough to make it to Summer Slam to defend it in a WrestleMania 41 rematch against Rhodes. Seth Rollins and his faction of Bron Breakker Bronson Reed and Paul Heyman continue to circle, waiting for the perfect moment to cash in the Money in the Bank contract. One thing is certain: after Rollins’ failed attempt cost CM Punk a victory in his title bout against Cena, the self-proclaimed “Best in the World” will be seeking swift and severe retribution.
 
Jacob Fatu is also out for revenge. Solo Sikoa called on the goons and they helped him pin him in the center of the ring to win the United States Championship. With J.C. Mateo at his side, plus Tonga Loa’s return and Tala Tonga’s making his long awaited debut to back up Solo, “The Samoan Werewolf” will have his hands full as he looks to reclaim his coveted strap and reestablish his dominance on SmackDown.

A jammed packed week, we got a show that’s brimming with hot takes, keen insight and star power.  On the eve of his new LP 5816 Forest dropping, legendary lyricist Tech N9ne stops by to talk his love of wrestling as a kid,  teaming up with The Rock on a record and even spits some bars!!
 
Elsewhere, our The Rap on Wrestling Podcast Stable breaks down all the pivotal moments on Raw such as Cody Rhodes beating Jey Uso in the men’s semi finals  of King of The Ring and Jade Cargil beating Roxanne Perez in there women’s semi finals clash. 
 
Also, we saw some major flaws in Seth Rollins’ faction of himself, Bronson Reed, Bron Breakker and Paul Heyman. We even tell you which member of that crew should go out on his own and why!

That’s not it! We give our full prediction on this Saturday’s “Night of Champions” PLE including who will be King and Queen of the Ring and who will reign victorious between “The Greatest of All Time,”John Cena and “The Best in the World, CM Punk!
 
Speaking of PLE, the Tag Team Champions Street Profits haven’t been featured on one in over a year? We have major beef with that!

Heel John Cena has fully arrived, ladies and gents. The fuse has been lit, and the countdown to Night of Champions is on fire as “The Greatest of All Time” goes head-to-head with “The Best in the World,” CM Punk.
 
This past Friday, Cena took aim directly at Punk’s legacy, revisiting the iconic “Pipe Bomb” promo from June 27, 2011. But this wasn’t nostalgia—this was war. The WWE Universal Champion delivered a venom-laced promo that shattered the fourth wall, blurred reality, and torched kayfabe. Live on air, Cena cursed, name-dropped, and pulled no punches, signaling that this feud isn’t just personal—it’s historical.
 
Elsewhere, the King and Queen of the Ring finals have half the participants.  Randy Orton and Asuka were both victorious, having sweltering matches with Sami Zayn and Alexa Bliss respectively.  We forecast who their opponents will be this week and who will ultimately take home the coveted crowns. 
 
Also—Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa is officially on the books. After weeks of tension and a staredown that shook the arena, the Samoan monsters finally made it official with an in-ring face-to-face that fans have been begging for.
 
So much chaos, energy, and action to unpack—and we brought in a special guest: Gat$ to join us and dissect it all.

Goldberg made a surprise appearance on Raw. He wants gold and revenge in his hometown of Atlanta, GA.
 
As World Heavyweight Champion Gunther has kickstarted another potentially dominant reign, the question looms—should his first title defense be against a top contender from the active roster, or was it the right decision to book him against on the July Saturday’s Night Main Event from ATL against Goldberg in what could be the Hall of Famer’s final match?
 
Our crew’s various opinions are  split. Some believe a rising superstar or consistent main-eventer deserves the spotlight, a chance to test their mettle against a the Goliath Gunther. Others feel giving Goldberg a retirement match on prime time TV—especially for the title—would be the ultimate passing of the torch and a worthy sendoff to a legend.
 
And that’s just one of many debates lighting up our group’s chat this weekend.
With the King and Queen of the Ring semifinals set, tempers flared again over who should advance. • Sami Zayn vs. Randy Orton • Jey Uso vs. Cody Rhodes • Roxanne Perez vs. Jade Cargill • Asuka vs. Alexa Bliss
 
The only thing we’re in full agreement on? Sending love and well wishes to Liv Morgan, who suffered a dislocated shoulder during a freak accident on Monday Night Raw. Speedy recovery, Liv—get well soon.

every major name on the SmackDown roster had something to say to The Champ, with Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, LA Knight, CM Punk, and Ron “The Truth” Killings all stepping to him. But it was Killings who made the loudest statement, ambushing Cena not once—but twice—throughout the night.

Our crew dives into the big question: who should be the one to dethrone Cena? And is the looming Cena vs. Punk showdown at “Night Of Champions” starting to overshadow what’s becoming a hatred inflamed feud between Cena and Killings?
 
We also breakdown why the Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa segment was an huge disappointment.  In the wake of their months long teased falling out happened at Money In The Bank. We expected both superstar’s to face each in person at the very least.
 
And the frustrations don’t stop there. Jey Uso’s short title reign remains a point of contention—especially since he hasn’t been granted the traditional champion’s rematch, something usually locked into WWE contracts. What gives?
 
On the women’s side, we spotlight the big winners: Alexa Bliss and Jade Cargill, and what their victories mean moving forward.
 
Over on AEW Dynamite, the action was nonstop. We break down why Will Ospreay vs. Swerve Strickland stole the week as the must-see match. Some of us are also ready to crown The Young Bucks the best tag team in all of pro wrestling—period. Meanwhile, Toni Storm and Mercedes Moné continue to build toward their collision with unmatched storytelling and precision.

Title changes, face turns, surprise returns, and long-awaited victories — WWE turned the wrestling world on Tilt this past week, delivering one of the most unpredictable stretches in recent memory. From emotional moments to jaw-dropping swerves, fans were left breathless as WWE kept the gas pedal floored.
 
The biggest shocker came when Jey Uso dropped the World Heavyweight Championship to Gunther, ending his reign just as momentum seemed to be building. The Ring General capitalized on a Jey being involved in chaotic series of events, reestablishing himself as one of the company’s most dominant forces. But the aftermath of the match was just the beginning of an insane sequence of surprises.
 
R-Truth’s storyline “release” turned into a full-circle return, but not in the way fans expected. Truth came back at Money In The Bank, channeling his TNA-era Ron “The Truth” Killings persona, gaining a measure of retribution on John Cena. 48 hours later on Monday Night Raw, he delivered a fiery promo and and even cut his signature dreds live on air in a symbolic rebirth. It was part redemption, part reinvention — and completely unforgettable. 

But WWE Creative wasn’t done in the kitchen cheffing up. In a massive character shift, Jacob Fatu officially turned face, costing Solo Sikoa the Men’s Money In The Bank briefcase and effectively cutting ties with the former Tribal Chief.

Meanwhile, Seth Rollins’ faction kept their grip on power, ensuring the Visionary secured the Men’s Money In The Bank briefcase, setting him up to reclaim major Gold. Rollins’ loyal circle — still tight-knit and lethal — showed that unity is their most dangerous weapon. 

On the women’s side, Naomi finally had her moment, winning the Women’s Money In The Bank briefcase on her fifth attempt. It was a deeply emotional victory for one of WWE’s most enduring stars, signaling her reemergence as a major player in the women’s division.
 
And of course, none of this escaped the microscope of The Rap On Wrestling Podcast, where our crew dissected every twist and turn. From debating the long-term impact of Jacob Fatu’s face turn, to analyzing whether Jey Uso’s title loss was premature, to celebrating Naomi’s long-overdue win — we’re covering it all, including “World’s Collide.”

Did WWE make the right calls this week? We break it all down.

Money in the Bank always signals a major climate shift in WWE—and this year is no different. With a wide-open field in both the men’s and women’s ladder matches, several superstars are poised to rise to the occasion. Our crew breaks down the top contenders, reveals our picks, and makes bold predictions on when and how the briefcases will be cashed in.
 
Plus, we’re split down the middle on the blockbuster tag team clash: John Cena & Logan Paul vs. Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso. What are the key factors that could swing the match? Tune in for our full breakdown.

El Grande Americano just beat not one, but two Hall of Famers—AJ Styles and CM Punk—to qualify for the Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match. But is the masked technician the right pick for the final spot? Our panel breaks it down.
 
On the women’s side, Stephanie Vaquer secured her place at the big PLE. Some of our crew already have her as their favorite to win it all—hear why.
 
Meanwhile, with Finn Bálor still wildin’ out, Liv Morgan about to crash out, and Carlito gone from WWE entirely, what’s next for The Judgment Day?

And let’s not forget the hottest feud in the company right now: Jey Uso, Sami Zayn, and CM Punk locked in a war with Seth Rollins, Bronson Reed, and Bron Breakker. The Rap On Wrestling Podcast dives into who might get the decibel edge—and what it all means for the World Heavyweight Title picture.

Just before we hit record on Sunday, the wrestling world was rocked—R-Truth announced via social media that he had been released from WWE after almost two 20 years. Like fans everywhere (and even some of his fellow WWE Superstars who posted loving messages on X and IG), the Rap on Wrestling crew was stunned.

In this episode, we honor Truth’s incredible legacy, relive some of his funniest, most iconic WWE moments, and reflect on why he’s one of the most beloved and entertaining performers of all time. We also build with each other about his next moves.
Elsewhere, we break down all the highlights from SmackDown, including more drama between U.S. Champion Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa, Andrade and Naomi qualifying for Money in the Bank, and a major confrontation between MITB tag teams John Cena & Logan Paul and their opponents Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso.

Oh, you thought the straps around the waists of two of your favorite champions were safe? Think again. Last Tuesday, Stephanie Vaquer and Ricky Saints both lost their championships in shocking fashion. The Rap on Wrestling crew breaks down the implications of these upsets and what they mean for the shifting landscape of NXT.
 
Over on AEW Dynamite, the champions held strong post-Double or Nothing—but the threats are looming. John Moxley and Toni Storm in particular now face major challenges in the form of Hangman Adam Page and The CEO Mercedes Moné. We applaud the instant chemistry between Storm and Moné during their Dynamite in-ring confrontation and look ahead at what their feud might deliver.
We also analyze the obstacles and allies Hangman could encounter on his path to Moxley—including whether longtime rival Swerve Strickland will be a help or hindrance. Plus, we dissect how MJF is fitting in with The Hurt Syndicate early on—and what it could mean for the faction long-term.

How dangerous is Paul Heyman and Seth “Freakin” Rollins’ new alliance with Bron Breakker and the just added Bronson Reed? The potential stronghold that they could put in WWE feels like it could be impregnable.  Our Rap On Wrestling Podcast Faction each opine on how CM Punk, Sami Zayn and Jey USO can unite to make the odds not so insurmountable.
 
Speaking of the World Heavyweight Champ, the winner of the Money In The Bank ladder match can challenge for the belt at any time, we analyze what it means for the latest two qualifiers to be in the upcoming match and who the early favorites is. And Finn Balor, we see through your mind games. Our crew break down how the man also known as the Demon is subtly poisoning the well within The Judgment Day, sowing seeds of dissension with surgical precision.

It was bloody, anarchy took place as advertised two opponents even kissed in the middle of the ring after their match and one poor guy took a staple gun yo the tongue. AEW’s marathon of matches, “All Or Nothing,” was unbridled chaos.
 
The Rap on Wrestling Podcast Faction with special guess Gat$ breaks down all the matches, debate on whether Will Osprey or Hangman Page should have went over in their match, and ask the question, is Mercedes Monae positioned to have a Roman Reigns esque dominant run.

Saturday Night’s Main Event took place in Tampa Florida and two huge returns are going to literally send a ripple effect through the entire WWE. 
Big Bronson Reed is back—and he made an immediate impact, delivering a devastating Tsunami to Cm Punk in his return. Our crew breaks how and why this surprising alliance with Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Bron Breakker, and the ultimate mastermind himself, Paul Heyman is going to shake WWE to its core.
 
And speaking of alliances, both John Cena and Jey Uso scored wins in their respective SNME bouts. But things escalated quickly when Cena carried out a sneak attack on Jey in the main event. The GOAT got more than he bargained for when Cody Rhodes made an unexpected return to even the odds, setting the stage for a blockbuster tag team match at Money In The Bank in just two weeks: Rhodes & Uso vs. Cena & Logan Paul.
 
The Rap On Wrestling Podcast Faction dives into their early predictions for that high-stakes showdown and breaks down all the action from the night—including Zelina Vega’s crimson stained title clash with Chelsea Green and a bloodless but brutal steel cage war between Damian Priest and his fierce rival, Drew McIntyre.

It’s a stacked holiday weekend in wrestling, and The Rap On Wrestling Podcast crew is breaking it all down. Before diving into predictions for SmackDown, Saturday Night’s Main Event, and AEW’s Double or Nothing, they tackle Thursday’s bombshell—WrestleMania 42 is no longer heading to New Orleans in 2026. They give insight and opinions of which cities could step in as the new host?
 
With titles on the line for champions like The Street Profits, Jey Uso, and Toni Storm, the ROWP panel delivers full rundowns and predictions of the marquee matchups and grudge bouts that could steal the show across all three major events the next few days.

he Rap On Wrestling faction  breaks down a chaotic episode of Raw. With Gunther lurking in the wings and Logan Paul set for a title shot at Saturday Night’s Main Event, can World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso afford to get caught up in even more beef with Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker? Thankfully, CM Punk and Sami Zayn have his back.
 
Meanwhile, Roxanne Perez continues her rise, not only is she being recruited by Finn Balor to join The Judgment Day, but she punched her ticket to Money in the Bank. Joining her on Monday was fellow qualifier Rhea Ripley. We break down who the early favorite is to win the briefcase.
 
Also, we send well wishes to Zoey Stark after an absolutely brutal knee injury. And, we debate about who the biggest Heel on Raw.

On this week’s episode of The Rap On Wrestling Podcast, hosts Shaheem Reid, Ari, Spiff TV, and E Will break down all the chaos from last week’s Monday Night Raw, AEW Dynamite, and Friday Night Smackdown. The crew dives deep into the explosive feud between Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Paul Heyman, and Bron Breakker vs. CM Punk, Sami Zayn, and Jey Uso.
 
They also analyze the rising discord in The Judgment Day and the dangerous new alliance of Jacob Fatu, Solo Sikoa, and WWE newcomer JC Mateo. We also weigh in on whether  MJF is truly a good fit for The Hurt Syndicate — and who might betray the squad from within.

Plus we take a look at the first Money in the Bank qualifiers for both the men’s and women’s matches — Solo Sikoa who’s back to competing in the ring and the returning Alexa Bliss.

Our faction delivers a deep dive into WWE’s latest PLE, Backlash, where John Cena put his title on the line against longtime rival Randy Orton. We break down the match, explore potential future challengers for Cena in a round of fantasy booking, and call out the missteps in Solo Sikoa’s 2025 booking. Plus, we weigh in on why it’s time for finishing moves to matter again — protect the finish!

On Monday, Jey Uso and Seth Rollins once again showed the world that they are not only consistent work horses, but their chemistry in the ring together is electric.  The ROWP family  review the Cinco De Mayo 2025 Edition of “Monday of Raw” which was highlighted by  Seth Challenging Jey for the World Heavyweight Championship.  Our team also analyses the slew of talent releases by WWE over the weekend, that included some shockers.

The fellas dive into the last two Monday Night Raws (April 21st and 28th), The latest Smackdown (April 25th) TNA Rebellion (April 25), as well as discuss Salt N Pepa and OutKast getting into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

The Rap On Wrestling crew break down the highs and lows of WrestleMania weekend, spotlighting standout performances and major moments that defined the event. They celebrate Tiffany Stratton’s pivotal win over Charlotte Flair, Jade Cargill’s powerful solo debut against Naomi, and Jacob Fatu’s meteoric rise in the wrestling scene. The conversation also highlights The New Day’s tag team championship victory and Jey Uso’s emotional triumph, acknowledging the continued growth and star power of these athletes. The hosts dive deep into the electrifying energy of the weekend’s biggest matches, including the intense main event with Seth Rollins, CM Punk, and Roman Reigns, and the influence of Paul Heyman’s presence throughout the storyline. They unpack the Women’s Championship match, the highly anticipated return of Becky Lynch, and the rising momentum of Dirty Dom and Bron Breaker. From Joe Hendry’s self-made success to the brutal street fight between Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest, the hosts reflect on the state of WWE’s next generation of talent. The episode wraps with a critique of the Logan Paul vs. AJ Styles bout and final thoughts on the emotional weight and spectacle of the John Cena and Cody Rhodes main event—capturing the full scope of WrestleMania’s unforgettable weekend.

Host Shaheem Reid sits down with Jey Uso for an Exclusive  interview as WrestleMania arrives. Jey talks his favorite rapper Lil Wayne, why his friend Travis Scott made him mad, and why beating Gunther on night one of Mania would mean everything to him.