This week on Wrestling Uncensored, the hosts dug deep into the latest developments in the world of professional wrestling, from surprising WWE roster changes to a comprehensive preview and predictions for Money in the Bank 2025. They also touched on the four-hour AEW Dynamite special. Here’s a full rundown of the major topics discussed.
WWE Roster Shake-Up
The show kicked off with a discussion about recent WWE talent departures, most notably R-Truth and Carlito. The hosts explored the reasons behind these moves and what it means for the wrestlers and the company.
The End of an Era for R-Truth?
The conversation began with the news that R-Truth’s contract had not been renewed. Dave Simon noted that WWE offered him a new deal, but he chose not to take it. Johnny North added that the feeling was that his contract was too expensive, and the company wanted to sign him for a lower amount.
Despite his popularity and recent hot-selling “Ron Cena” t-shirt, the company decided to pull the merchandise and let him go. Ben Simon questioned this logic, saying, “And doesn’t that kind of justify then maybe he is like a big contract a bit, if he can generate–“.
Dave, however, seemed less surprised by the move. “I see Truth as a guy who’s like, 53. Been with the company since 2008, is kind of one of the background players”. He argued that while fans enjoy R-Truth, he isn’t a major draw that sells tickets on his own. “Nothing lasts forever,” Dave concluded, “And R-Truth is far from being in the prime of his career”.
Carlito’s Untimely Exit
The hosts expressed more frustration with the release of Carlito. Dave felt Carlito’s recent run was too short and that he was never given a real opportunity to shine. “I’ve enjoyed his work with The Judgment Day, which is still prominently featured. And all of a sudden, they lost a guy, and they can’t talk about it like that’s upsetting. That’s annoying as a viewer”.
This move was seen as a cost-cutting measure that sacrificed a key creative storyline, which annoyed the hosts. Fans in attendance at Raw felt the same, with chants of “We want Truth” and “Where’s Carlito” being heard during the show.
More Potential Releases on the Horizon?
The discussion also touched on other names potentially on the chopping block, including Karrion Kross and The Miz. The hosts found it ironic that Karrion Kross might be let go after his recent “shoot style” promos, in which he complained about his usage in WWE. As for The Miz, there was speculation that his contract is likely expensive for his current role in the company.
Money in the Bank 2025: Preview and Predictions
A significant portion of the episode was dedicated to the upcoming Money in the Bank event, scheduled for the following night. The hosts broke down the major matches and gave their detailed predictions, revealing some deep divisions in their picks.
Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match
- Participants: Penta, LA Knight, Solo Sikoa, Andrade, and El Grande Americano (Chad Gable).
- The Debate: The conversation around the men’s match was a highlight, with the hosts dissecting each participant’s chances. Johnny North initially leaned towards Seth Rollins, but felt the booking made it too obvious, speculating that Roman Reigns or CM Punk would interfere. Dave was sure that Punk would get his revenge, stating, “Punk has to cost him the match because Punk’s not otherwise booked on this show, and he’s going to be there”.
- The possibility of Andrade winning was met with skepticism. The hosts feared it would lead to a confusing storyline involving the AAA Mega Championship, with Dave worrying, “People would be pissed” if Andrade used the briefcase on another promotion’s title.
- The discussion eventually centered on two leading contenders: LA Knight and Solo Sikoa. Dave made a passionate case for LA Knight, arguing it was a make-or-break moment for him. “He’s in this spot now where he could kind of go up or go down, where like he could win money in the bank or be let go in three months”. He emphasized Knight’s connection with the fans and his role as the face of Slim Jim, a major WWE sponsor. “I feel like now is the time to do something with LA Knight,” he urged.
- The Predictions:
- Dave’s passionate argument successfully swayed Johnny North, who switched his pick. “It’s like we’ve waited for so long. Like if it’s not now, it’s probably never going to happen,” Johnny conceded, locking in his pick for LA Knight.
- Ben Simon remained unconvinced, sticking with his pick of Solo Sikoa. He argued that winning the briefcase would legitimize Solo as the leader of his faction. “I feel like having the briefcase makes him a little more legitimate, a little more like a threat,” Ben explained.
Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match
- Participants: Alexa Bliss, Roxanne Perez, Rhea Ripley, Julia, Naomi, and Stephanie McCann.
- The Debate: The hosts were completely split on the women’s match, highlighting the unpredictability of the field. Each host championed a different superstar with different reasoning.
- The Predictions:
- Dave selected Roxanne Perez, pointing to her involvement with The Judgment Day. He believed her winning “would piss Liv Morgan off tremendously”, creating an instant and compelling storyline.
- Johnny chose Naomi, simply stating, “Yeah, I got Naomi”.
- Ben picked the dark horse, Julia. He seemed intrigued by her unique “Shredder” gimmick and thought she could be a surprise winner.
Tag Team Showdown: Rhodes & Uso vs. Cena & Paul
- Match: Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso vs. John Cena & Logan Paul.
- The Debate: There wasn’t much debate here, as the hosts were in lockstep about how this one would play out. They viewed it as a classic baby face vs. heel attraction. The go-home angle on SmackDown, which saw Cena and Paul stand tall over a beaten-down Rhodes and Uso, only solidified their opinions.
- The Predictions:
- All three hosts unanimously predicted Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso to win. Ben summed it up perfectly: “These kinds of matches, the baby faces usually win”. Johnny added, “They should kind of win. They got destroyed. So it just makes sense”.
Last Chance Intercontinental Championship Match
- Match: Lyra Valkyria (c) vs. Becky Lynch. If Becky loses, she cannot challenge again while Lyra is the champion.
- The Debate: The high-stakes stipulation led to a split decision among the panel. The question was whether WWE was ready to end the feud or extend it. Dave felt the story wasn’t over, which meant a title change was necessary. “If Becky loses, they have to be done. So I think Becky has to win,” he reasoned.
- Ben saw it differently, arguing that a win for the champion would be a massive boost for her career. “I think it’s good for Lyra’s character that she can fend off Becky Lynch. And then toss her aside and that’s it,” he said. “It’s not a bad way to go about it.”
- The Predictions:
- Dave and Johnny both predicted a title change, picking Becky Lynch to become the new champion.
- Ben, however, stood firm in his belief that the champion would prevail, choosing Lyra Valkyria to retain her title.
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AEW Dynamite Weekly Review
The hosts briefly touched on the four-hour “Super Dynamite” episode. Dave expressed his frustration with the length, saying, “Could you not do four hours on a Wednesday night, Tony Khan? It’s crazy”.
Despite the length, Johnny highlighted the four-way match for the international championship as a standout moment. “I will say this is probably the match of the week– was that four-way match with Kenny Omega?” he said, praising the performance of all competitors, including Mascara Dorado (formerly Gran Metalik).
The show also covered the ongoing drama between Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, and Hangman Page, leading to a match between Ospreay and Swerve announced for the next Dynamite. Tony Khan also made a “major announcement” that Kenny Omega will face Okada in a championship versus championship match at All In, which the hosts hope will lead to a unification of the International and Continental titles.
