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CI Wrestling Thread #56

NXT wins again. Hickenbottom for Booker of the Year.

We know the problems with AEW and we know it starts with Tony and that his creative teams can't handle the size of the roster he's built. And we know he'll never take a step back and that things will probably get worse in 2025. That's what Bischoff likely meant when he said there's no hope for AEW. It's not predicting their death, it's looking at everything currently going on and not seeing much to be positive about as trends point downward.
 
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I’ve got a 2002 Undisputed title belt that’s signed by Bret Hart, Kurt Angle, Rey Mysterio, and Cornette if anyone is interested in getting a Christmas gift for someone or for yourself? Was going to put it on marketplace but figured I’d drop it here first (Lexington located).
 
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I’ve got a 2002 Undisputed title belt that’s signed by Bret Hart, Kurt Angle, Rey Mysterio, and Cornette if anyone is interested in getting a Christmas gift for someone or for yourself? Was going to put it on marketplace but figured I’d drop it here first (Lexington located).
Wow that’s an impressive group I wonder how much that’s worth.

I can’t remember which one but I know one guy here is a big Bret fan.
 
You all know I'm about the most positive person (other than the guy who doesn't post anymore) about AEW. The stuff with Toni Storm might be the dumbest thing ever. Have her return, then put her in a random match with no explanation or build on a show that only has three episodes left and no one watches, is a prime example of why ratings are what they are.
By the way Dynamite was up slightly from last week.

Anyway Bischoff mentioned on his show that Bully Ray should take over booking AEW. They did Master's Class about it on Busted Open and it was one a really good listen. It will never happen but interesting nonetheless.

Fun wrestling viewing for today.

 
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Awesome I love aew!

Mariah May has slammed Mercedes Moné for having her own locker room and not taking time out to talk with other AEW female stars. Speaking with Renee Paquette, Mariah said:

"I don't care, honestly, half the time I don't know she's stepped in here because, I don't know if you know this, but she has her own locker room, so she says she's here to help and she cares so much, so come into our tiny little locker room and help us, teach us, share your knowledge from all these years of experience you've apparently had."
 
Gunther vs Finn Balor vs Damien Priest
Michin vs Chelsea Green
Sami Zayn vs Drew McIntyre
Liv Morgan
vs Iyo Sky
Cody Rhodes vs Kevin Owens

Predictable but I don't see WWE rocking the boat on NBC on a Saturday Night when the Netflix Era is nearly upon us. They'll save all the crazy shit for 1/6 and beyond. Next year though I think Finn becomes champion, as does Owens and Iyo.
 
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Gunther vs Finn Balor vs Damien Priest
Michin vs Chelsea Green
Sami Zayn vs Drew McIntyre
Liv Morgan
vs Iyo Sky
Cody Rhodes vs Kevin Owens

Predictable but I don't see WWE rocking the boat on NBC on a Saturday Night when the Netflix Era is nearly upon us. They'll save all the crazy shit for 1/6 and beyond. Next year though I think Finn becomes champion, as does Owens and Iyo.
Yup they already booked Roman/solo for the 1/6 Netflix raw
 
I’d like to see Owens win but probably not.

Also heard they might do Punk-Rollins on that first Raw.
How dare they not save those for a PPV. 😂
 
Maybe Kairi and Liv will realize their true feelings for each other?
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Surprised Iyo had a couple botches during that match.

Gunther is so good his style is so unique in the modern wrestling era but he’s still fun to watch and his promos have gotten a lot better.

Joe has been great tonight - for a newbie he’s improved a ton since he debuted.
 
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