AEW Dynamite Review.

Opening.

Mina Shirakowa. Willow Nightingale. Megan Bayne. Swerve Strickland, and. Kenny Omega, all gave there thoughts on their Matches tonight.

Orange Cassidy's New Partner.

Orange Cassidy has a new Partner in crime, and his name is Tomohiro Ishii. They would beat Clark Connors, and. Gabe Kidd later on in the show. Due to work in my day job, i'm going to have to marry some sections together, this will only be for one week. Hello Darby Allin. This Match suffered from Technical issues with the Triller TV feed. This didn't sour my enjoyment.

Jon Moxley vs Mark Davis Continental Championship Eliminator.

I don't have a lot to say about this Match, because it was simply put, a lofi slugfest, that saw Jon Get the win. This had minor drama filled nearfalls that helped aid the Match to it's finish line. Jon would the later on Challenge Konosuke to a no time limit Match at Revolution for the Continental Championship. Don Callis, and his family then approved this on behalf of Konosuke who's still in Australia in Keyfabe. This was of course under the orders of the Andrade Blinders.

Hangman Adam Page After GrandSlam.

Did I hear this right. Hangman is going to takeaway Max's rights to have kids one day. ( more on this later )

FTR Segment.

FTR came out and called out The Young Bucks. I'm not a big fan of this, because it just feels like the Tag Division is going backwards. I get that Tony wants to finish this rivalry off, but these guys have met 5 times before. There best was in 2022 in the main event of a Dynamite in April of that year, the fourth time was at AEW Dynasty 2024, and nine months before I attended All In 2023, and there 3rd encounter came under the guidelines of needing more time. Were getting the 5th installment at Revolution. The Match will bang. I just think that we need to move on at this point.

Brody King Segment. 

Brody King will be back next week, and he will be back in the hunt for the AEW World Heavyweight Championship. The Ice Chants again were loud and clear, and I praise Warner Bros Discovery, and. AEW for not editing them out. It's important for fans to raise there voices and be heard.

Womens TBS Championship 4 Way.

Willow Nightingale, retained her championship, by beating. Marina Shafir. Megan Bayne, and. Mina Shirakowa. This was very good, and when you hold the Matches within the Match in your hands, you could get the sense where things were going to go. Mina was the hidden gem in this Match, as all four ladies got the movesets in.

RIP Kirwin Summers.

Tony Schiavone then told us that legendary producer Kirwin Summers has passed away. Bryan Danielson wore his emotion all over his face. Squaredcirclemma.com would like to send out my best thoughts to his loved ones at this awful time.

Hangman Adam Page And MJF Face To Face.

I loved this segment. It felt like a blistering assault to the senses. Max was on fire last night, as he laid bare the reasons why Hangman Has failed to maintain Championship reigns. 1st he crumbles under pressure. 2nd. He puts his friends first. 3rd he's a fraud. Hangman fired this back at Max, because this is also a reflection of Max. Then came the gut punch, if Hangman Loses then he can never challenge for the AEW World Heavyweight Championship again. I love this development, and the idea of giving the fans the option to choose the stipulation, only to have it taken away, is the idea of devine booking. Hangman Challenged Max to a Texas Death Match. I've got my issues with this stipulation. I get the feeling that it's becoming slightly overused. But given the fact that Mox, and. Takeshita are going to working a No Time Limit Match, timing would be of the essence, so an Ironman Match is out of the question.

Hook Is The Boss.

Just like a Pub. The Opps are now under new management. Hook. Hmm, what I make of this? I'm not sure. I had suffered a Powercut after writing this segment. So Hook Causes Power failure in my local area.

The Brawling Birds Debut.

The Brawling Birds debuted by beating two local Jobbers. I have a new theme for The Brawling Birds. ( Insert bad cockney accent here ) Were The Brawling Birds Hoo roo. Were The Brawling Birds oi yoy. Were The Brawling Birds and were going to slap the taste out of your mouth. Up the apples and pears. Oy yoy.

Thunder Rosa Is Back.

I'm loving the fact that Thunder Rosa has been medically cleared. Her vs Kris Statlander at a later date, oh go on then AEW if you must.

Kevin Knight vs The Beast Mortas.

Kevin Knight beat The Beast Mortas in a Match that would be better suited to Collision.

Kenny Omega vs Swerve Strickland.

This was a worthy main event, that was encapulated with breathtaking action, and heart melting near falls. I loved this Match, they thought in the fans, and Aubrey Edwards took a nasty ref bump thanks to Kenny, this would play into both mens chemistry, as the final stages of the Match sent the show home. Swerve got the win after he hit an awesome looking House call Kick to kenny who was in mid air as it was landing, this led to a Blue Thunder Bomb for the finish. Swerve then turned heel in the aftermath, by violently putting Kenny through the announcers table. This is the direction for Kenny at Revolution. I don't think that Kenny is being written off TV, because needs a second round.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite.

This was a jam packed episode of weekly TV that delivered as the direction towards Revolution continues.

This weeks AEW Dynamite is a high 8/10.

 My Top 5 WTF Moments In UFC History.

Written By Patrick O'malley.

Intro.

I've been an MMA for nearly over two decades, and i've seen some moments that have made me question my sanity, and it's these moments that i'm going to be taking a look at today. It's known that Dana White has had his fairshare of crazy moments, but the fighters that are under his employment can sometimes be just as bad, so sit back, get yourself a drink, and a snack, and i'll begin.

5. Dennis Hallman, And His Tight Huggies.

I remember watching this when it happened, and the only thought that went through my head was, what the hell was he thinking? They looked tight. This is insane due to the fact that he had the balls ( no pun intended ) to walk out looking like a wetsuit model, and not an mma fighter. This would also piss off Dana. He stated that it looked unprofessional in the only way he knows how. with pure rage. The UFC 127 Press Conference was very rememerable.

4. Dana Whites Rant About Oscar Dela Hoya.

This took place on a ESPN Broadcast, as he laid facts into Oscar following his first attempt at getting into the MMA world, this would lead to him putting on the bout that no one wanted to see in October of 201. Chuck Lidell vs Tito Ortiz 3. Chuck got Ko'd in horrific order in the first round. Dana would go on an f bomb tirade in the aftermath, when Oscar said in an interview that White doesn't pay fighters properly. Cocaine is a hell of a drug.

3. Tito Ortiz Goes For Dana White UFC 84 Press Conference.

If you've never heard of the backstory between these two, then the only thing that I can say is this, they've got a rivalry with hate that has blood thicker than the river nile. Take yourself back to May 2008, and the issues with White, and Ortiz hadn't cleared in anyway, so sit back and have a look at this awkward moment, that showed how both were just petchulant children. Tito Ortiz harped on about how all white cared about was money, which was why he didn't pay fighters more money, whilst promising them fame, and wealth. Dana took this in, and replied by saying that everyone on this stage just wants to prove that their the best. This was Gold, in the most awkward way possible.

2. UFC 229 And It's Aftermath.

This is one of those, you had to have watched it live, in person, or at home on PPV, in order to believe that this actually happened. It was the end of the main event that had seen Khabib Nurmagomedov retain his lightweight crown against the former champ Connor Mcgregor. An all out war between Khabib, and a member of Connors corner team would the kick off. This would stem from when Connor got arrested before UFC 223. Many things would get said about both incidents, and as time has gone on, the blackeye that the UFC received has healed, and is a lasting reminder that heat travels, and issues can still stem when time hasn't healed all wounds. Connor, and. Khabib's actions would have consequences, from local enforcement on both occassions, whilst Dana White was left to do damage control. I remember when this happened, and the only thought that went through my head was, how could this have happened? And how was this allowed to escalate? When you take a look at the pre PPV Press Conference, you could see the tention start to mount, and it was palpable, so better man management was needed in my opinion.

1. The Times when Two Fighters Thought In The Ultimate Fighter House.

there are two seperate moments that i'm going to talk about, one would change the shape of how the show would look going forward, and the other would see three fighters get kicked out of the Fighter house. Incident one. Bobby Southworth, and. Chris Leben. This happened when the fighters got back from a night of drinking, and the chaos continued. Diego Sanchez couldn't hold his alcohol, and then it happened. Bobby and Chris got into a war of words. This would end with Chris busting his knuckle, after he trashed parts of the house, and punching his fist into a door. The second one was when Marlon Simms, and. Noah Thomas Brawled in the garden, as Allen Berube acted like the fighters version of Steve Mazzagatti, and allowed these two to batter each other. Thomas was taken to the hospital, and then the following day. Dana White removed all three men from the house. If you can't do the time, then don't get into real shoot fights on a reality tv show.

Overview of this piece. 

The term unhinged gets thrown around to freely these days, but when you look at how the UFC has handled itself over the years. From the moments that no one talks about, to these incidents that also act like reminders to behave yourself when the public eye is watching. This is easier said than done, so lets just put it this way, if you acted like this in your day job, then the next week you will have an appointment with an unemployment agency. Life is a funny thing, you can have something one minute, and the next your the talk of the public domain, for all the wrong reasons. Negative is good press, hah yeah right.

WWE Monday Night Raw Top 5 Takeaways.

Written By Patrick O'malley.

Apology.

Before I get stated on the intro i'm having to apologise for the delay of this piece, this is because of my day job needing my time, and given the fact that i'm going to be working for 8 days straight, my time at the minute isn't my own, so I can only apologise.

Intro.

The rd to Wrestlemania is heading through Chicago next Saturday, and i've got to say it, i'm looking forward to watching Elimination Chamber. This is one of my favourite times of year to be a WWE fan. I understand that the booking has taken a bit of a dive, but this is the Pro Wrestling industry, and it's a very divisive thing. The ticket sales for Mania haven't done as well as what WWE would have hoped for them to be, and in my opinion, this falls on how TKO have managed the funds for WWE. Back in January I attended the Friday Night Smackdown at the OVO Wembley Arena, and I paid £1.6500 euros, and i'm still feeling the effects of the booking alone, so I can't imagine what's like to pay £1.000 dollars, just for one seat. If you want the maximum outage, then you've got to lower your expectations, because this is what's best for business.

5. The Vision Stop A Yeetathon.

This was just criminal. You should never stop my ability to Yeet. Paul Heyman and. Logan Paul were the cause of this atrocity. Heyman brought this to a full stop, and. Logan Paul acted like the obnoxious idiot that he is. I'm not a big fan of Logans, and it's due to the lack of accountibility, when it comes to the controversies that he's been involved in. And just as Logan bragged about his sale of a Pokemon Card, yes you heard me, a Pokemon Card, step forward, and thank god for Mr LA Knight. ( Yeah ) He took out Logan in the only way he knows how, by verbally ascinating him, and his Vision Crew. LA then challenged them to a trios Match with his partners The Uso's. Adam Pearce then gave this the OK, and the Match followed. I liked this. There felt like a sense olf urgentcy when this started, and this was quite refreshing. It's no secret that i'm a massive Jey Uso fan, and I hated how he was booked last year. I think that he and his brother looked great here, and the chemistry that all 6 men have was allowed to shine here. Knight and his friends got the win. A lot has been said about this masked figure attacking The Vision. And this is my thought. It could be anyone, because when HHH was in the UK last month he took a trip to Primark, and loaded up on Black hoodies. The man in the hoodie gave Logan a stomp, and just like I wanted to buy him a beer. Just a thought what if the masked man is Coffeezilla. I can dream right.

4. Asuka vs Bayley Vs Nattie Elimination Chamber.

This was excellent for a TV stationed Match at the near start of the show. However I hate Natalya's new character of a pretend UFC Fighter, it just feels forced, and her sharpshooter attempts just look painful to watch. Bayley, and. Asuka were the stars of this outing, because their chemistry was undeniable. Asuka got the win. I had a great time watching this whilst my breakfast of peanut buttered toast.

3. Liv Morgan sit Down Segment With Michael Cole.

I loved this. Liv Morgan sat down with Michael Cole, and he asked the question her the time old question. Who is she going to face at WrestleMania, this was when Stephanie Vaquer stepped in, and delivered a promo in spanish. This was excellent, as it laid bare the differences between the two ladies, all whilst everyones favourite Chicken Nuggett eating Lovegod Dominik Mysterio just sat there acting like a family liason man. Moments after this aired on the main show WWE uploaded this clip to there Youtube Channel with subtitles, this didn't take away the gravitas in my opinion.

2. Cm Punk Segment.

This Promo segment contained several high end beats, that If you blinked then you would've missed them. From Punk Pointing out his own flaws. The main jeopardising of the Wrestlemania main event, as he showed Finn Balor respect. Finn then came out with Dominik Mysterio, and a returning JD Mcdonagh. Finn went through all the plaudits of his career, all so Punk could tear him down, and play with his head, and leave him realing. I loved this.

1. AJ Lee Segment.

Punk, and. AJ Lee aren't just married, when it comes to real life, but this could also be said about their TV segments. This was a carbon copy of how things would play out back in 2013, and when AJ speaks I feel that were taken back to those times. Now if you fast forward to 2026, does this work alongside Becky's excellent heel work? Well, if i'm being honest, i'm not sure, this just felt off. I did like this on first viewing, but having watched it again on Youtube, I do feel that this comes across, well, a bit weird. I'm sure that the Match will bang at Elimination Chamber, but segments like this only put pressure to an already bleeding out wound, and the bad thing is that it does nothing to help WWE in the long run.

Overview Of Monday Night Raw.

I understand that this weeks Monday Night Raw has been met with mixed reviews online, but I enjoyed moments on this shows. TV is an everchanging landscape, and just as shows change so do tastes, my tastes haven't changed much since I was 14, but that doesn't mean that this show was everyone. We're all differant, and that's the cool thing about living on this planet.

AEW GrandSlam Review. 16.2.2026.

Intro. 

You know we belong together. AEW should visit Australia forever and ever, no matter were you are. Tony Khan will act as our guiding star, and from the first moment that I saw the promotion, i'd never felt such emotion. They've left me walking on air, just to know they are there, hold them in your arms, and don't let them go. I want the promotion to stay forever, closer each day. AEW is better than Home And Away. You guys can clearly tell that i've too much fun when writing this piece. I was going to try and ruin Neighbours, and then I thought, nah i'm going to leave Paul Robinson alone.

Jon Moxley vs Konosuke Takeshita Continental Championship.

This Match started out as a stalemate, that turned into a good exhibiton of Pro Wrestling. The one thing that I took away from this, was the fact that Jon is the master of joint manipulation. This became the back story of the Match. As the time limit came to an end. Both men kicked out deathriders, and knees to the face, but given the fact that the time ran out, this will act as both mens direction going into Revolution. I liked this. Both men gave each other some afters in the aftermath.

Babes Of Wrath vs Megabad AEW Womens Tag Team Championship.

This Match was the victim of either a poor audience, or bad sound issues, because all I heard was crickets. Babes Of Wrath retained, in what was a solid Match.

Andrade El Idolo vs Hangman Adam Page.

When this card got formilised, this was the Match that I was most looking forward two seeing, and this didn't disapoint. The Match's outlay made for a fascinating booking. Andrade, and. Hangman Adam Page. I'm suprised these two have never met in the ring before. Their chemistry worked, and as the final sequences came into play. The end was insight, and the direction going into Revolution became clear. Hangman Will face MJF In LA next month, and I can't wait to see it. I get that some people might look at this with the eyes of lazy booking, but if you deep this, It actually makes sense. MJF has never faced Hangman Adam Page for the big belt, and given the fact that there having a face to face this Wednesday on Dynamite, this is starting to shape up to be a good build going into next months ppv.

Mixed Tornado Tag Team Match Orange Cassidy And Timeless Toni Storm vs Wheeler Yuta.

If you didn't have fun watching this Match, then I don't know what to tell you. I loved this. Everything from the split screen image, all the way down to the comedy spots. Toni Storm is one of the best modern day wrestlers, that knows how to make you laugh. Her getting taken out by Luther, and her and Cassidy doing there own version of Dancing With Pro Wrestlers was great. I had a great time watching this. Storm And Cassidy got the win, oh and Wheeler you're going to look great with a shaved head, and your welcome to join my posse of shaved head guys. Trust me a shaved head is the best.

Mark Briscoe vs Kyle Fletcher TNT Championship Ladder Match.

If you mix the words. Sick. Ghouling. Anxiety, and. Nerve Riddles, and put them all in a blender, you would get this gratifying look into sickening, bloodsoaked Malevolence, that delivered on every level. As the chants of please don't die echoed around the arena. The Ladder spots became even more unhinged. Mark performed a froggybow onto Fletcher who was positioned on a Ladder, and then later On Kyle gave him a brainbuster from the top of the Ladder. This was easily the Match of the night, and a clever booking decision from the aspect of a Esca Dela Huerte. Kyle Fletcher is still our TNT Champion, and this made sense.

MJF Vs Brody King AEW Heavyweight Championship.

Before I get into the Match. I'm going to address the controversy surrounding Brody King, and the chants surrounding Ice. I have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to any form of bullying towards ethnic groups, and imigrants, and I stand with Brody. One of my favourite Bands is Rage Against The Machine, and back in 1992 Zack Dela Rocha said some immortal words. We've got to take the power back. This is what is happening in the Pro Wrestling industry, and I love to see fans fighting back. In order to be human, we act human, it's really not that difficult. The Match played out the way that I thought that it would, from humour, to the overall pressentation. This delivered. Both men showed that they've got immense chemistry, and this made for a great round up to end the show. MJF will face Hangman Adam Page at Revolution, after he beat Brody.

AEW GrandSlam Australia Overview.

AEW has managed to keep its good faith with fans as the early part of this year draws to a close, and given the fact that Wembley is back on the horizon, things are looking very appealing for Tony Khan, and his little train that can.

AEW GrandSlam Australia 2026 is a high 9/10.

WWE Friday Night Smackdown Review. 14.2.2026.

Written By Patrick O'malley

Intro. 

I'm starting this off with apology, due to the lateness of this piece, because I decided to have a chill out day, whilst having my own annual I hate Valentines Day The Hills Fest. ( Don't judge me ) Next week I will be working six days in a row in my day job, so a little bit of me time is needed. I will be reviewing AEW Grandslam, but due to this fact, it will be arriving on Monday morning, you guys know that I don't make these decisions lightly, but sometimes I do have to put myself first.

Superstars Seen Showing Up.

Cody Rhodes. Sami Zayn. Jacob Fatu. Alexa Bliss. Giulia. Jade Cargill. Zelina, and. Jordynne Grace, were all seen showing up to work.

Tiffany Stratton Segment And Nia Jax And Lash Legend vs Rhiyo WWE Tag Team Championship.

I hated this. Tiffany isn't a very good promo, and this proved my point. She talked about her Mania dreams, having to go through the Elimination Chamber, and just like that Nia Jax and Lash Legend interrupted this, both Tiffany and Nia just churned out the same old WWE recycled garbage, as Rhiyo stopped them. The WWE Tag Team Championship Match then followed, and this was laughable at best. The in ring work felt phoned in, and unimaganitive. Rhiyo retained, lets just move on.

Cody Rhodes Segment.

I love this man. I know that fans are starting to tire of Mr Rhodes, and when he was talking about his insights to do what is going to happen later on, I couldn't help but think. By the end of the main event, our Mania Night one main event will become even more clear.

Alestair Black And Zelina Segment.

I don't know about you guys, but I think that Alestair Black, and. Zelina remind me of the bad guys from Brandon Lee's The Crow movie. Brandon Lee's The Crow is the best version.

Carmelo Hayes Segment And Everything That Came Afterwards.

I didn't like this. It all felt far two convoluted, and if i'm being honest a bit pointless. I would've loved to have seen Carmelo Hayes vs Ilja again, Ilja came out  and what we got was a mess, because then outcame Solo Sikoa, and his band of MFT's, and. Solo wasn't happy, because he found out GTA 6 has been pulled back again. He instructed his crew, who dress like they've robbed the Cobra Kai Dojo of their 1980's Halloween costumes, to attack the Both men. This led to Nick Aldis to come out. Matt Cardona. Shinsuke Nakamura, and. Apollo Crews came out, and made the save, but as if by magic, outcame Nick Aldis, who put all of these men in 10 Man Tag Match. The Match was actually decent, however there were moments that looked clunky, and uninspired, because you could see what was going to happen coming a mile off. The MFT's got the win, and then the lights went out, and there was The Wyatt Sic, having a nice time with the fans. Solo Just give Uncle Howdy back his lantern.

Charlotte Flair Said Sorry To Alexa Bliss.

Yeah, I don't know what to make of this. I do think that Alexa and Charlotte are on their way to splitsville. This could be spelling the end of the line for these two at some point.

Kit Wilson Segment.

Damien Priest, and. R Truth couldn't contain there laughter, after Nick Aldis allowed Truth to verbally ablicerate this Andrew Tate soundalike. I'm not a fan of this. I understand that Kit is working with what he's been given, but producing mass Male Toxicity isn't a healthy thing to promote, oh and other thing. Thank God For Oba Femi.

Alexa Bliss vs Giulia vs Zelina Elimination Chamber Qualifier.

I've been watching WWE for over thirty years, and I'm just going to say it. These type of Matches are one of my biggest pet peeves when it comes to the promotion these days. Results are made to easy guess when you're playing the mental game of chess, that's called how to book a build to a PLE. This Match was dull, and highly predictable. Alexa got the win.

AEW Rip Off.

I love me some Chelsea Green, and her getting put in her place whilst she was in a wheelchair by Tiffany Stratton was funny, this also wasn't in Keyfabe either. Chelsea is recovering from a legit broken Ankle that she sustained during her Match last week, against Tiffany Stratton, and. Lash Legend. I know what you're all thinking, how is this a rip off from AEW, well think back to the early days of Dr Britt Baker, and after she suffered a legit injury, she got wheeled around by Rebel. Do Better WWE.

Rey Fenix vs Trick Williams.

This was excellent. I don't think WWE know what they've got on there hands with Trick Williams. He's a star in the making, and if he's guided properly, then he's going to go to the moon, and it will be exciting to see. His Match with Rey was solid, and very watchable, and a good bit of business. His promo beforehand was also great. Woop that Trick indeed. Trick got the win.

Jordynne Grace vs Jade Cargill WWE Womens Championship Match.

I understand what WWE were trying to do here, but in all honesty, this felt like a misfire. Before the Match could get underway Liv Morgan. Dominik Mysterio, and. Raquel Rodriguez came out to the ring, to watch the Match, and have a meal of Chicken Nuggets, and some Dom Pirion to wash them all down with. The Match wasn't up to anything, and this was a real shame. I get that some people don't like Jade Cargill, and the blame that she gets online is a bit unfair in my opinion, because I think she was booked better when she was in AEW. Jade got the win.

Sami Zayn vs Jacob Fatu vs Cody Rhodes Elimination Chamber Qualifier.

This was excellent. WWE used the trope that I mentioned earlier, but the difference between both Matches, was the shade of day and night. This felt fresh, and as the action deepened into the final stages, the mental game of chess that all three men took the fans on, became the measuring pole for who wants it more. I said earlier on in this review that by the end of the main event, the Mania night one main event would look a bit more clear. After Drew was decent to Sami before the Match had started. you knew that we weren't in for a clean finish and that's exactly what happened. Drew gave Cody a Claymore, after Sami and Jacob had a minor Match within the Match, this would lead to a near fall, and just like that Cody had hit Sami with the Cross Rhodes for the win. This screams 4 way to me.

Overview Of WWE Friday Night Smackdown.

This week WWE Friday Night Smackdown was a real mix bag of sweats, pick out the ones you like, and leave the ones that you don't.

This weeks WWE Friday Night Smackdown is a mid 6/10.

 AEW Dynamite Review 12.2.2026.

Kenny Omega vs Swerve Strickland.

This segment was awesome. I love it when AEW host these face to face segments. The dynamic was spot on between these two. From Swerve bringing how many other company's talent were vying to face Kenny, to his injuries, and real life suspension from Brawl In. Kenny fired back by stating that he will beat Swerve, because he believes he will. He gave Swerve a slap, and just like that the fight was on. Both men thought in the fans, and onto the stage, this led to Swerve sphering Kenny off the Stage, and through two well placed tables.

The Deathriders vs The Don Callis Family.

I have my gripes, not with this Match, because this was solid. It's this Don Callis Family, and. Deathriders feud. I'm bored of this, and just want it two end. The Deathriders got the win. Moxley vs Takeshita on Saturday is going to bang though.

Kyle Fletcher vs Tomasso Ciampa AEW TNT Championship.

I loved this. From Kyle being able to neutrilise Tomasso's offence in the early going, him eating a Psycho driller on the steel steps, and multiple knees to the face. This would lead into the final sequences, that worked to solidify Kyles fighting spirit status. The pace of the Match became the back story, and it made sense, because this played into both mens abilities. This would lead to Kyle getting the win, and becoming a two time AEW TNT Champion. He said in the aftermath of this Match, that he will be a fighting champion, and will take all comers. Enter stage left Mark Briscoe. Mark said that they've faced each other six times, in the past, so how about a seventh in Sydney. Kyle accepted, and said that if Mark wants to get his belt, then he's going to have to reach for the sky in a Ladder Match. I love this booking, as it underlines the form of Esca Dela Huerte. 

Sorry Mum.

My mums Birthday is on the 28th of March, and i'm just going to say it. The All In Presale Tickets go on sale on the 16th, and I plan on getting myself, a big old expensive ticket, so yeah, sorry mum.

Daniel Garcia And Clark Connors vs Orange Cassidy And Roderick Strong.

This was good. On paper and I was excited to see how this would unfold, and it didn't match part of my expectations. The physicality was good, but this was layered with some predictable tropes, that I couldn't get my head around, from a storytelling aspect. Roderick Strong walked out on Cassidy, and. Darby Allin attacked Clark Connors, after his trip to the desert on a horse with no name from last week. Cassidy managed to get the win, and then we were treated to Timeless Toni Storm, threatening to make Marina Shafir look like a hideos unloved child, when she shaves her head on Saturday. Don't worry mina your hair will grow back, as for Wheeler Yuta. I can't wait to see you looking like Dr Evils long lost son. 

Hangman Adam Page And Andrade El Idolo Segment.

We then heard from Andrade El Idolo, and Hangman Adam Page, ahead of their Match this weekend. I can't to see this at Grandslam.

Young Bucks vs. The Rascalz vs Private Party.

Private Party are back in AEW, and I couldn't be more pleased to see them. Two Years ago I met Private Party at an AEW fan meet up, at the Box Park in Wembley the day before All In London 2024, and they couldn't have been any nicer, So I wish them all the best. Back in late 2024 it was rumoured that they were WWE bound, so it's great to see them back home. This was a solid look at Were AEW want to take their Tag Team Division. This was a party Match in every sense of the word. The outlay screamed go, from the pace, to the booking. Young Bucks got the win, and then had a minor segment with FTR. They shut Dax Harwood up by superkicking him him, and. Cash Wheeler, whilst my man Big Stoke sat their in his wheelchair, looking like a comic book Super Villain. I liked this. I get that this can be seen as backwards booking, that has had varying results. I think that this screams reset, and when you look at AEW's Tag Team Division, this is needed in my opinion.

Will Osperay Return Vingnette.

Ok AEW I see what you're doing here, you want Wembley to be a sell out. Ok then take my money. These vingnettes are working at telling the audience what might becoming just around the corner. I love Will, and want nothing but the best for him, and I hope his light training goes well.

Thekla vs Kris Statlander AEW Womens Championship.

I loved this. From the very go I knew that we we were in for a treat, from the sight of Statlander standing there with the leather strap, which would play into the backwards psychology of the Match, both ladies laying in some sickening slaps to each other, and Statlander getting busted open, and Thekla chewing on her flesh. These moments would play into how the Match played out. I'm starting to like Thekla, but I love watching Kris Statlander work, and i'm gutted to see her lose the belt in the fashion of The Sisters Of Sin taking her out. Kris Statlanders AEW Run with the main womens belt has been a bit mixed, and having it end in this way, doesn't help the scanario.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite. 

This weeks AEW Dynamite felt like a standard edition of weekly TV, and not a go home show, before a big show, however, this show worked to get me excited for Australia GrandSlam, because Pro Wrestling is a divisive thing. Like what you like Guys.

This Weeks AEW Dynamite is a solid 8/10.

 Top 5 Worst UFC Suspensions.

By Patrick O'malley.

Intro.

In the real world, getting suspended from your job is one of the worst things that can happen to someone. In this list were going to be taking a look at the worst times the UFC, or the NASC has had to step when fighters do the worst things to there reputation. Sometimes it's how the fighters make amends through there comebacks, that pack a harder punch.

5. Anderson Silva.

Anderson was suspended by the Nevada Athletic State Commission after his fight against Nick Diaz at UFC 183. This came as a suprise at the time, but when you dig beneath the surface, it isn't. Anderson had spent over a year on the sidelines with a broken leg, after his second fight against Chris Weidman. The drug that he tested positive for was an anabolic steroid that has been banned in every sport. Anderson was fined, and his reputation never recovered as a result. Andersons suspension lasted for over a year, and he would lose to Michael Bisping in London upon his return.

4. Chris Leben. 

When The Crippler was a full time member of the UFC Middleweight Division, his hands were seen as lethal, especially after when he beat Wanderlai Silva at UFC 132 in July of 2011. His next fight would be at UFC 138, in Birmingham UK. when he faced Mark Munoz, this would also be one of his last appearances for the Las Vegas Promotion. Chris would be suspended after this, when he tested positive for an anabolic steroid. Chris would leave the promotion in 2013. This would act as a cautionary tale, that needs to be told. Chris was a standout in the Middleweight Division, so this acted as a sad reminder to never throw away what you have earnt over time.

3. Sean Sherk.

This one is a bit baffling to me. Sean was stripped of his UFC Lightweight Championship after he beat Hermes Franca at UFC 73. He got suspended by the CASC after an investigation, this would lead to a lengthy battle to clear his name. He won the case, and was able to fight again. It was also alledged that he had to undergo a lie detector test. He would lose to BJ Penn at UFC 84, in the main event in a failed attempt to get his belt back. Penn called him out after he beat Joe Stevenson at UFC 80, in Newcastle UK. The thing that I find funny about this suspension is the fact the UFC, and other state commissions have suspended fighters for far less. I know what Sean did was wrong. I just feel that the same energy needs to shown. This is also a learning curb when it comes to proving someones innocence. Seans penalty was reduced from One year six months, and his financial penalty was reduced. Like I said before it's heavily rumoured that Sean underwent a lie detector test, and it came back that he was telling the truth, although it must be said that the accuracy of lie detector tests has been brought into question over the years.

2. Alistair Overeem.

This happened after he sent Brock Lesnar back to the WWE, when he beat the team Death Clutch member at UFC 141. He tested positive for an anabolic steroid. This was a blackeye in what was a solid career for the former Strikeforce Heavyweight Champion. His UFC career was a bit mixed in my opinion, and it never recovered after this. This suspension was handed down by the NASC after they found irregularity's with his test that happened before the fight, however this wouldn't be made public knowledge until April of 2012. His suspension would last until the January of 2013, and pulled him out of a planned title fight against the then Heavyweight Champion Junior Dos Santos. I'm not a big fan of Alistairs. i've thought that his fight style was a tad overrated.

1. Nick Diaz.

Nate has been suspended by the NASC has suspended Nick twice. The first time that i'm going to focus on is the aftermath of UFC 143 when he lost to Carlos Condit for the UFC Interim Welterweight Championship. He tested positive for Marijuna metabolites. The Stockton native was out of action for over a year as a result of this, and had to hand over 30 percent of his fight purse. This was the second time that Diaz faced a suspension from the NASC, he was given a six month suspension 2007, after he Takanori Gomi at Pride 33 in Las Vegas, when the promotion went to Las Vegas on the Febuary 24th of that year. Nick was also suspended in Febuary of 2015 after he lost to Anderson Silva at UFC 183, however this Match got thrown out after both men turned in failed tests.

Overview Of This Piece.

Over the years the UFC has had to abide by what the various global athletic commissions go by, and there word is final. When suspensions get handed out, there normally is a seed of doubt when it comes to public perception, so this piece was written with the aim of educating fans in what has happened to some fighters over the years. This piece wasn't written about how to cheat, neither does it condone cheating. I wrote this as a way of looking how punishments can lead to confusion in the public eye.

My Top Thoughts From This Weeks Monday Night 10.2.2026.

Intro. 

You guys are going to have to excuse me if I sound a bit grumpy. This is due to the fact that i've given up full fat crisps, for the time being. I might sound a bit tired at the minute, because of a lack of crisps, but my god I think that higher ups in WWE are worse. There seems to be a bit of a negative pull when it comes to HHH's booking. I know that this surrounding the build to WrestleMania. I'm currently enjoying elements of WWE, whilst I do think that somethings need ironing out. I get that fan preception isn't great at the moment, but this comes under what I always say. Like what you like guys, because were all differant.

Bron Breakker Is Out For The Forceable.

Yesterday it was reported by Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, that Bron Breakker is now injured, and is now out of WrestleMania. This is a massive blow. Just look at it this way. You work all year to get to the ultimate destination, and this happens, you hear that you have to undergo surgery, sometimes life isn't fair.

Becky Lynch Segment.

Oh my. Can you say petchulant child. My friend has a three year old daughter, and she acts like this when she doesn't get her own way. I'm the best behaved everyone says it. Becky saw AJ Lee turn up with Cm Punk, and she wasn't happy. Becky came straight out to kick the show off, and after she did her regular schpeel, out came AJ. Both Ladies had a great promo, and it felt like we were watching the old AJ again from 2013, when she was delivering on the mic. Becky's unhinged side of her character came out, and it was great to watch. Becky challenged AJ to a Match at Elimination Chamber, but on one condition, if she puts her Intercontinental Championship on the line. Becky agreed to this. I liked this way of booking, the champion setting the Match is a smart way to look at how this Match should play out at Elimination Chamber. I thought that we were going to get this at Mania, but this could be a direct look at how HHH's version of 50/50 booking. This sounds interesting.

The Usos vs The Alpha Academy WWE Mens Tag Team Championship.

I thought this was a play by the way TV Match, that went nowhere. The Uso's retained, ok Look I love Jey Uso, but I just feel like he's gone backwards teaming back up with his brother. I want to see WWE do a reset on his Main Event Character, because the babyface act that he's working, is just that it's not working.

Rhea Ripley vs Ivy Nile vs Lyra Valkyria Womens Elimination Chamber Qualifier.

I didn't like this. I don't know about you guys, but I thought this felt a bit phoned in, with the added extra of clunkyness. PLus WWE gave away the winner when they showed Rhea's entrance, and not Ivy's, and. Lyras. I hate when WWE do this, because even though I get that WWE need to make the winner look dominant, but this takes away the element of suprise to the viewer. Please don't do this WWE.

Honourable Mention.

Stephanie Vaquer Slaps Dirty Dominik Mysterio.

I cried laughing watching this. I mean wouldn't you when watching this Love cheat getting what's his. Good on you Stephanie.

Dishonourable Mention.

Maxxine Dupri vs Nattie.

I have a question for you guys. What is a nattie, is she a badass WWE version of a UFC fighter? Or is she a videogame character from a supermarket bargain bin? So many questions that WWE will never answer.

Finn Balor interrupts Cm Punks Segment.

This was excellent. Finn was on fine form here, as he laid his thoughts bare when it came to Roman Reigns, and. Cm Punk, and just like that we were off to the races. Finn spoke with passion, fire, and, grace, and it's refreshing to see. He said that he wants to face Punk again, this time at Elimination Chamber in Punks hometown of Chicago. This brought Adam Pearce, and our GM The Scrap Daddy, said that this isn't how things were going to go down, and just like that enter stage left Cm Punk. This was awesome, as security tried to keep these two seperate Punk agreed to the Match, much to the annoyance of Pearce. Security got Finn out from the building, and. Punk had an in ring segment with Michael Cole. Michael asked the question that I had on my mind since Finn left the ring. Why would he jeopordise the Mania main event, and he said that this is because he wants to be a fighting champion, because this is his passion, and there's nothing that Roman can do about it. I know that this style of booking isn't for everyone, but to me this was the highlight, on what was a decent Monday Night Raw.

 Top 5 Times WWE Storylines Hit lightning In A Bottle.

By Patrick O'malley.

Intro.

Over my vast thirty years of Watching Pro Wrestling, there are many moments that a Promotion has hit lightning in a bottle. AEW for example has only been in existance for seven years, and they've already carved out a nache for themselves in the TV/ and Pro Wrestling landscape, but what about the market leader. WWE has been in business for nearly seventy years, so the big question is how many times have they caught the attention of the fans, and the wider world. This is my look at how many times WWE has caught lightning in a bottle.

5. The Yes Movement.

In 2010 the WWE debuted it's NXT brand under the guise of a gameshow, and one of the participants was the former ROH standout Daniel Bryan. He quickly became a fan favourite amongst hardcorists, and got over instantly. As time went on fans became more on his side, this lead to 2013, and how his booking was handled. Take your min back to 2013. The WWE was going a resurgance coming off the back of WrestleMania 28, the year before. In 2013 Bryan would captivate the fans as his yes movement took shape, from the past three years. It was clear that WWE had something special on there hands, but the big question was how would WWE handle this? Well not very well, at Summerslam 2013, Bryan beat John Cena to become the WWE champion, but he instantly lost it when Randy Orton, after he cashed in his Money In The Bank briefcase. This would anger fans. At the time the thought process from most fans on the internet felt like WWE weren't listening to their fans, and it could show in the product. January 2014 was an interesting time for the Greenwich Conneticut Promotion, as Cm Punk quit the company the day after that years Royal Rumble, stating non healing injuries, and arguments with higher ups over bad creative. This would be the theme when Punk sat down with his old friend Colt Cobana, on his now infamous appearance on the art of Pro Wrestling Podcast. Many Mania plans got changed off the back of this. Daniel was then put in the main focus, as fan voices got louder, and louder. This would lead to the rd to WrestleMania 30, and Daniel and his fans creating one of the best moments in Monday Night Raw history. Occupy Raw is one of those gold moments that you want to relive again, and, again.

4. Oooooooh Yeah.

The year was 1985, and the WWE had introduced to WrestleMania to the masses. Event though I think this Mania doesn't hold up when you look at by todays standards. There is one thing did come from the back of it. The rise of Randy Savage. Between the time of 1985-1994 Randy was used as the guy to run the company from a promotional stand point on multiple occassions. In 1988 he beat. Ted Bibiase to become the WWF Champion at WrestleMania 4, and a year later he would beat Hulk Hogan at Mania 5, in one of the most personal, and viscerile rivalry's that the WWF commitied to air during this decade. This struck a cord with fans, and the then WWF captilised on that fact.

3. JR Sit Down Interviews.

For this entry we going to be looking at three moments. The first one is from may 1997. JR sat down with Mick Foley, as his Mankind character, this was a stunning piece of TV, the segment worked to get the fledgling character over. Mick was becoming a fan favourite, and this segment made him a star. The next one came in the summer of 1999. HHH sat down with JR to get his thoughts  out on a segment that went out on Monday Night Raw. I loved this segment at the time, and I still watch it today, as it unfolds the rules of Keyfabe for all , and it's gripping to see. Take yourself back to March of 2001. Buffy The Vampire Slayer was rumoured to be getting Cancelled. Linkin Park was storming up the album charts with there debut Album Hybrid Theory, and WCW was on the verge of closing it's doors for good. The Raw Is War go home show before Mania 17, was a hot one, from the aspect of being a simulcast. Raw was in Cleveland Ohio, whilst WCW Nitro was in Panama City, this would be the last broadcast in WCW history, as the WWE had bought them out. On the same broadcast JR sat down with The Rock, and Stone Cold Steve Austin. And what happened was a TV segment masterpiece. Now all this needs was some added Limp Bizkit. Because it's Okay, to want to do things My Way. These were priceless moments.

2. Austin 3.16.

Superstars have come and gone, and eras have passed since, with the likes of John Cena. Roman Reigns, and. Randy Orton trying to take the mantle, however none of them can Match up in terms of sales,and it comes to Stone Cold Steve Austin. 1996, was a bad time for the then WWF, as it was going through a bad time from a creative standout. They were failing to create new stars, as WCW Nitro was starting to lead in the ratings when June of 1996 was starting off. In that month the WWF hosted its annual PPV King Of The Ring. Steve had just beaten Jake Roberts in the final, and he then delivered the Promo that kick started his legendary WWF Babyface run. This is considered one of the best Promos to ever grace Pro Wrestling. The sparks then flew, and my word it was awesome.

Honourable Mentions.

Ronda Rousey's Rookie Year.

Ronda's relationship with WWE these days isn't in a good place for multiple reasons, but this run was eic.

Viva La Razza.

The life of Eddie Guererro was cut short in November of 2005, after he suffered a heart attack alone in a hotel room. But his promos, before he faced Brock Lesnar, at No Way Out 2004, and after showed the higher ups in WWE at the time, that they had another Main event talent, that understood the path of redemption, and he  succeeded in it's path.

1. HBK vs The Best There Is, The Best There Was, And The Best There Ever Will Be Mania Press Conference.

The path to Glory runs in pain, and personal annymousity, these are words that easily can be said about how Shawn Michaels, and. Bret Hart felt about each other during 1995-1996, and beyond. The moment these two had to stand and talk before Mania 12, at a Press Conference. This would lead to the Ironman Match that would set the standards for WWE going into the final years of the decade. I'm not the biggest fan of this Match by todays standards, but when you take a look at the business model that the WWF had back in 1996, it was vital for this Match to happen, as real life feelings boiled over onto weekly TV.

Friday Night Smackdown Review 7.2.2026.

Written by Patrick O'malley

Intro.

I was asking a friend of mine lately, who's also a big Pro Wrestling fan, and I asked her a question. I said is this the best time to be a WWE fan? And her answer was swift. Well, What do you think? and at that point I knew that she was right. I love the rd to WrestleMania. There's just something unpredictable about this build, because you never know what twists and turns this course of creative is going to take. Roman vs Punk, and the looming threat of that three way, between Cody. Drew, and. Jacob, this WrestleMania season is starting to shape up just nicely. 

Superstars Seen Showing Up.

Tiffany Stratton. Lash Legend. Nia Jax. Randy Orton, and. Solo Sikoa were seen showing up to the venue.

Drew Mcintyre Segment.

Drew Mcintyre was given the walk through treatment, but before he could get to the ring, he was attacked by Cody Rhodes. Security had to pull these two apart. Cody then took to the mic. His passion is infectious. I understand that Mr Rhodes is starting to annoy a lot of fans, but ask me this. Name me another superstar who's this passionate, because I think that Cody is the definition of that word. He talked about local pride, and then said that his nickname was Raheem, and just like that my mind goes straight to football. So Cody is nick named after a washed up former Man City player. This was an excellent way to start the show. This would also be an episode long storythread.

Rhiyo vs Giulia And Kiana James WWE Womens Tag Team Championships.

I'm starting to like the team of Iyo Sky, and. Rhea Ripley. They took a while, but they're now growing on me. This outing on paper didn't look very good, but after watching it this. I can honestly say that i've never been more happy to be wrong. This was a well booked TV Match, that saw the champs retain. The chemistry that was on display was excellent.

The Miz vs Carmelo Hayes.

Ok guys. This Match wasn't great, but it does get a pass because it's the year of The Miz, ( hoooooooooooooooorah ) so this gets a pass. Carmelo got the win.

Tacky Time. Chelsea Green vs Lash Legend vs Tiffany Stratton Elimination Chamber Qualifier.

I have to say it. God bless you Chelsea Green. This segment with her, Alba Fyre, and. Tiffany Stratton was pure comedic gold. She then lost to Tiffany Stratton, and. Lash Legend in what was a great bit of business when you look at how the Elimination Chamber is shaping up.

Kit Wilson Segment.

I don't like what WWE are doing with Kit Wilson. I know i'm one fan in a big see of fans who dosen't like this, but when you take a look at the world at the moment. The internet is full of these types of people. Thank God for Oba Femi, and his need to wreck people like Ralph, because this was great. R Truth loved this. Damien Priest I'm not too sure about, and we all know what Drew Mcintyre is thinking.

Drew Mcintyre Segment.

Drew tried to speak again, but this time he was attacked by Jacob Fatu. These two need to have a face without Cody, because I don't think that Jacob hasn't been tested on the mic.

Shinsuke Nakamura vs Tama Tonga.

This was flat. I don't know what else to say, because the fans that were in attendence sounded tired. Tama got the win. This Match is one of the many problems when you run a 3 hour show. 

Johnny Gargano Segment.

Fraxiom, and. The Motorcity Machine Gunns were having fun at Johnny Garganos expense. I think I can some it up. I'm a massive fan of Greenday, and to quote there lyrics. Nobody likes him. Tomasso has left him, he's moved to AEW, and is having fun.

Liv Morgan Segment.

I didn't like this. From something that had promise, to a segment that turned into a promotrain. Liv put herself over, whilst Raquel looked pissed off after what happened last Monday, and don't get me started on the Royal Rumble last weekend. This years ladies winner was interrupted by Jade Cargill, after Liv put over her love for the Toby Maguire Spiderman Films. Jade was then interrupted by Jordynne Grace, and this prompted Nick Aldis to put these ladies in an Impromptu Match. From clunky booking, to my outrage surrounding  bad execution of the Match, that did nothing for me. Jade, and. Jordynne got the win, after Jade accidentally kicked her partner in the face. Jade will face Jordynne next week for the WWE Womens Championship.

Everyone Loves Sami Zayn.

Now I don't know about you guys, but I love Sami Zayn. Everyone loves Sami Zayn. Rey Fenix loves Sami Zayn. Trick Williams on the other hand, yeah, not so much.

Drew Mcintyre Finally Talks.

From giving those who came before him respect, ( except for Dusty Rhodes ) him giving his thoughts on what transpired on Monday Night Raw, between Cm Punk, and. Roman Reigns, and his interaction with Trick Williams, this, for a TV segment was perfect. I loved this. No notes.

Randy Orton vs Solo Sikoa vs Alestair Black Elimination Chamber Qualifier.

This was good. In Keyfabe this had no right to be as good as it was, but for a WWE tv Match, this was solid. I didn't agree with Randy getting the win, because I think that this would've suited Alestair a bit more, and at this stage in Ortons career, I don't think that the booking has done him favours here, because a gimmick like The Elimination Chamber should be used as a test for underutilised talent. I know that not many people will agree with me, but this is just my opinion.

Overview of  WWE Friday Night Smackdown.

This weeks WWE Friday Night Smackdown was a joy to watch, on a Saturday Morning with a round of Bacon Sandwiches. The in-ring work was solid, as my excitement for this years WrestleMania starts to grow. Keep this up WWE.

This weeks WWE Friday Night Smackdown is a high 7/10.