Forbidden Door 2025 Preview: Hangman vs. MJF, Cena’s Final Tour and WWE’s Creative Problems
Wrestling Uncensored hosts Dave Simon and Johnny North delivered their most passionate debate of the year while previewing Sunday’s AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door from London’s O2 Arena. The duo clashed over whether “Timeless” Toni Storm should retain her Women’s World Championship against Athena, with Simon delivering a fiery defense: “Tony Storm is a superstar – she makes the championship important, she makes the division important. Athena’s promos are terrible compared to Storm’s, which are some of the best in the business.”
But the real fireworks came during their analysis of WWE’s backstage culture, as Simon raised serious concerns about Triple H’s behavior on WWE Untold. “He’s holding them very close, whispering in their ears while they’re basically in their gear,” Simon observed about Triple H’s extended embraces with wrestlers. “It’s not a workplace thing – this is like a power move.”
From Hangman Page’s “magnificent” title reign that has him “crushing promos” against MJF, to potential dream matches featuring the “fucking good team” of Kenny Omega, Kota Ibushi, Darby Allin, Hiroshi Tanahashi, and Will Ospreay, the hosts delivered their most comprehensive wrestling analysis yet. Plus: Chris Jericho’s rumored WWE return, John Cena’s farewell tour strategy, and why Simon thinks WWE’s comedy segments are “cringy” disasters that ruin otherwise solid programming.
UFC 319 Preview: Du Plessis vs. Chimaev and the Death of Pay-Per-View
Two seismic events are reshaping combat sports this week: Dricus Du Plessis defends his middleweight title against undefeated Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 319, while the UFC’s $7.7 billion Paramount deal officially kills the pay-per-view model forever. This Thursday at 8:05 PM ET, Dave Simon, Fred Garcia, and AJ D’Alesio break down why the reigning champion enters as a betting underdog, what Chimaev’s perfect record means when he’s never fought past round three, and how guaranteed streaming revenue changes everything for fighters who just lost their biggest bargaining chip. Live on YouTube, Rumble, Twitch and Kick—because understanding the business matters as much as knowing who can take a shot.
Decoding the Phrase “Cutting a Promo”
Wrestling’s most powerful weapon isn’t body slams or finishing moves—it’s the forgotten carnival art that manipulates millions of fans worldwide.
The Role of the Jobber in Pro Wrestling
Why wrestling’s most despised performers are actually the industry’s most valuable assets and earn more respect than champions backstage.
Who Are the Greatest UFC Fighters of All Time?
MMA fans, prepare to be captivated! This article delves deep into the legacies of the UFC’s most dominant champions, from GSP’s flawless blend of striking and wrestling to Jon Jones’s unmatched creativity and Anderson Silva’s matrix-like fighting style. We’ll explore Khabib’s unparalleled grappling dominance, Demetrious Johnson’s technical brilliance, and Amanda Nunes’s reign over two divisions. Discover the unique stories and defining moments that have cemented these fighters as true legends of the sport. Uncover the secrets behind their success and the impact they’ve had on modern MMA. This is a must-read for any true fan of the Octagon!
AEW WrestleDream 2024: Jon Moxley’s Controversial Win and AEW’s Future
In this episode of Wrestling Uncensored, Dave Simon and Johnny North dive into Jon Moxley’s victory at WrestleDream 2024 and what it means for AEW’s future.
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AEW WrestleDream 2024 Review: The Highs and Lows
AEW WrestleDream 2024 left fans with mixed emotions, especially after Bryan Danielson’s shocking loss to Jon Moxley. Co-hosts Dave and Ben Simon dissect the event’s highs and lows.
WWE Bash in Berlin 2024: Post-Show Breakdown
The WWE Bash in Berlin 2024 had its moments, but overall, it felt like a missed opportunity. While the German crowd brought an incredible energy to the arena, the matches themselves didn’t quite hit the mark. ‘It felt like we were just going through the motions,’ Dave Simon observed during the Ringside Report Network’s post-show. ‘Nothing outrageous, nothing outstanding… just a lot of predictable outcomes and matches that seemed to drag on too long.’
Even the standout bouts, like Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens and CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre, couldn’t fully escape criticism. ‘There was some good storytelling in Cody and Kevin’s match, but it didn’t feel like it moved the needle,’ added Johnny North. The consensus was clear: a decent show, but not one we’ll be talking about months from now.
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