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Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show 1/6/25 Jan 07, 2025

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Happy New Year to our entire DT/KC Family! Enjoy this episode of Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show, recorded Monday night, 1/6/25. Running Time: 3 Hours 9 Minutes. Synopsis is posted below.

Some Topics Discussed:

WWE RAW: The Netflix Era Begins 1/6/25 (Los Angeles, CA) Full Recap And Review
Hulk Hogan showered with boos from live RAW audience. And before you blame it on supporting Donald Trump, Undertaker also appeared and got a huge pop from the crowd
The Rock appears on RAW but leaves The Final Boss at home
If John Cena wins the 2025 Royal Rumble, then he must enter at Number One
Five Million? Ten Million? Twenty Million? DT and Kev predict the RAW/Netflix debut viewership
DT/KC discuss the ads running (remember only in United States) during Netflix, their strategic placement during matches, the TV-PG rating and the censoring of certain 'dirty words'
DT/KC remind our fellow WWE fans in USA how you can watch WWE on Netflix without ads
The Rock scheduled to appear on NXT New Years Evil. DT/KC has the details behind his appearance
Important follow up to DT/KC report from last week about WWE RAW going forward on Netflix
Triple H reveals SmackDown will return to two hours later in 2025. DT/KC has more info on this story
WWE 2K25 reveal date announced: January 27, 2025
Joe Tessitore moves to SmackDown announcing team effective immediately. What will happen with Wade Barrett?
WWE Royal Rumble 2026 coming to Saudi Arabia. Will it be a one or two night event?
WWE becomes a minority owner of Hulk Hogan's Real American Beer
NXT New Years Evil 2025 Preview and Predictions
Karrion Kross interview with Chazz Palminteri released
Roll Call! Special shout-out and thanks to our latest supporters who bought DTKC Shirts, became a YouTube/Patreon Channel Member, and/or posted a DTKC Show review on Apple and Spotify
Remembering EVERYONE in Wrestling (EIGHTY) who passed away in 2024

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DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW CHRISTMAS 2024 SPECIAL EPISODE (RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 43 MINUTES)

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DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony)
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The Sit-Down with Don Tony 1/5/25 Jan 06, 2025

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TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE RAW ON NETFLIX AND 'COPE' A FEEL

The Sit-Down with Don Tony, recorded LIVE Sunday night 1/5/25.

🎤The Sit-Down with Don Tony is a live interactive discussion show about pro wrestling that streams every SUNDAY night at 8:05PM ET. We cover everything going on in the world of pro wrestling (AEW, WWE/NXT, TNA and more). We also discuss many non-wrestling topics, sports and news. Nothing is ever out of bounds, and the entire show is 100% interactive.

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DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW CHRISTMAS 2024 SPECIAL EPISODE (RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 43 MINUTES)

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CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony)
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THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony)
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Pro Wrestling News Report (January 5, 2025) Jan 05, 2025

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Here is your Pro Wrestling Weekend News Report for Sunday, January 5, 2025. Running Time: 69 Minutes.

Topics covered in this report include:

Worldwide viewing of all WWE RAW, SmackDown, NXT and Premium Live Events in 2025: Complete worldwide information how you can watch all WWE programming in 2025
Royal Rumble 2026 coming to Saudi Arabia?
About the report John Cena WILL face Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41
Tiffany Stratton cashes in and wins WWE Women's Championship on SmackDown
WWE SmackDown 1/3/25 results (Phoenix, Arizona)
Rumor Killer: Title Match scrapped for RAW debut on Netflix (1/6/25) and reason reported
Partial Rumor Killer: WWE to debut new ring mat on Netflix premiere
WWE announces final seven dates and locations for Road To WrestleMania 41 Tour (full details)
Kairi Sane out of action due to an arm injury
Lillian Garcia and Alicia Taylor trade places on RAW and SmackDown for 2025
Big 2025 coming for PWInsider which spells BAD NEWS for the 'elite' media
NXT 12/31/24 and AEW Dynamite 1/1/25 TV ratings
WWE to relaunch Evolve Promotion featuring talents signed to ID program?
TNA Impact 1/3/25 results including a brawl between Jordynne Grace and Tessa Blanchard
TNA Genesis 2025 PPV lineup 1/19/25 (Garland, Texas)
JoJo Offerman makes a surprise appearance at AEW Collision
AEW Collision 1/4/25 results (Charlotte, NC)
Chris Jericho vs Big Boom AJ for ROH World Championship at AEW Revolution PPV?
Four new Championships are about to appear on AEW Televison?
Wrestle Kingdom 19 results 1/4/25 (Tokyo, Japan)
NJPW Wrestle Dynasty 1/5/25 results (Tokyo, Japan)

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DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW CHRISTMAS 2024 SPECIAL EPISODE (RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 43 MINUTES)

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DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2024):

DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW: LIVE EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 10:15PM ET after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com
DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony)
PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every WEDNESDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms)
THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted every THURSDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms)
CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony)
PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every FRIDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms)
PRO WRESTLING WEEKEND NEWS UPDATE: Posted every SATURDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms)
THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony)
WWE/AEW PPV RECAP/REVIEW: (Posted MONDAY NIGHT as part of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show)

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Pro Wrestling News Report (January 3, 2025) Jan 03, 2025

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Here is your Pro Wrestling News Report for Friday, January 3, 2025. Running Time: 38 Minutes.

Topics covered in this report include:

NOPE: Adam Copeland changes his AEW name to 'COPE'. DT has some thoughts and tries to make sense of the name change
RIP Sweet Daddy Siki (91)
Final WWE RAW on USA Network (and cable tv) rating
Final AEW Rampage and WWE SmackDown 12/27/24 rating
Omos wins Tag Team Championship at Pro Wrestling Noah event (Japan)
Winners of 2024 NXT Year End Awards revealed
AEW Dynamite: Fight For The Fallen 1/1/25 and NXT 12/31/24 match results (A correction in the report. Julie Hart def Jamie Hayter)
Important TV ratings reminder about AEW Dynamite for 2025 (that AEW haters will intentionally ignore)
TNA and AJ Francis agree to a contract extension
Tammy Sytch loses her appeal of DUI Manslaughter conviction
Natalya vs Michin: WWE Women's Speed Championship Tournament Semi-Final result (Winner faces Candice LeRae for Title)

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FRIDAY 12/20/24 NEWS REPORT: CLICK HERE
WEDNESDAY 12/18/24 NEWS REPORT: CLICK HERE
SUNDAY 12/15/24 NEWS REPORT: CLICK HERE

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DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW CHRISTMAS 2024 SPECIAL EPISODE (RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 43 MINUTES)

Download the episode here: CLICK HERE
YouTube Live stream with Full Chat: CLICK HERE
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Remember: DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW streams LIVE every MONDAY NIGHT at 10:15PM after WWE RAW at DTKCDiscord.com.

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Ad-Free episodes of all of Don Tony's weekly shows
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2000+ hours of Patreon exclusive shows never released publicly! (Over 8 Years of Patreon Exclusive Content!)

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DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE: WEEKLY SHOW SCHEDULE (UPDATED: NOVEMBER 2024):

DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW: LIVE EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at 10:15PM ET after WWE RAW on DTKCDiscord.com
DT VIPATREON: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY TUESDAY at 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony)
PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every WEDNESDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms)
THIS WEEK IN WRESTLING HISTORY: Posted every THURSDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms)
CASTLE/KNT CHRONICLES: Patreon Exclusive Show hosted by Kevin Castle and Trez LIVE EVERY THURSDAY 8:30PM on DTKC Patreon Channel (https://www.patreon.com/dontony)
PRO WRESTLING NEWS UPDATES: Posted every FRIDAY morning at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms)
PRO WRESTLING WEEKEND NEWS UPDATE: Posted every SATURDAY at DonTony.com (and across all audio platforms)
THE SIT-DOWN w/DON TONY: VIDEO PODCAST hosted by Don Tony LIVE EVERY SUNDAY at 8PM on YouTube (www.YouTube.com/DonTony)
WWE/AEW PPV RECAP/REVIEW: (Posted MONDAY NIGHT as part of Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show)

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This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 1: 1/1 – 1/7) Updated For 2025! Jan 02, 2025

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Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 1) covering the period of 1/1 thru 1/7. Running Time: 4 Hours 15 Minutes

This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony first aired in 2018 and spanned two seasons. After much demand, these retro episodes return REMASTERED and UPDATED FOR 2025. Wrestling history up to and including 2024 has been added!

Hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history.

RUNNING TIME: 4 Hours 15 MinutesHosted by Don Tony

SYNOPSIS: S3 E1 (01/01 - 01/07)

DT researches and corrects decades of misinformation regarding Stan Hansen's debut match.
Top stars and St Louis fans pack The Checkerdome for Sam Muchnick Retirement Show.
Prime Time Wrestling debuts on USA Network.
Looking back at WCW/NJPW Supershow II (1992) Supershow III (1993).
In between WWF and WCW, Hulk Hogan competes in Japan.
Macho Man Randy Savage makes WCW in ring debut.
Public Enemy leave ECW for WCW.. Sandman vs Konnan.. Shane Douglas returns (and Dean is dead).. Stevie Richards breakout match.. Rey Mysterio plays 'chicken'.. Audio: Beulah pregnant.. RVD ECW debut match and more: Looking back at ECW House Party '96.
Riki Choshu wrestles five retirement matches in one night.
Audio: Thirty minutes of soap opera saga that led up to the infamous WCW 'Fingerpoke Of Doom'.
Audio: Tony Schiovane spoils Mick Foley's WWF Championship win.
Audio: Looking back at the night Mankind def The Rock to win the WWF Championship.
Audio: Road Dogg vs Al Snow battle for the Hardcore Title in the snow.
In between WCW and WWF, Chris Benoit returns to Japan as Wild Pegasus.
Looking back at Wrestling World 2000, 2004, 2005
Audio: Stephanie McMahon declares Chris Jericho and Chyna co-IC Champions. A three week title reign WWE does not recognize.
D-Generation X mocks Mankind with 'Have A Bad Day'.
'The Triple H Show' in full force. Triple H appears on Raw ten different times in the same night.
Looking back at the last ECW televised event: Guilty As Charged '01.
One of the loudest crowd 'pops' in WWF/WWE history in MSG: Triple H returns after career-threatening quadriceps injury.
Audio: Al Wilson and Dawn Marie get married on Smackdown in their underwear.
Audio: Kenzo Suzuki challenges John Cena to a Battle Rap.
Looking back at the night Brock Lesnar fought Shinsuke Nakamura in Japan.
WWE releases Juventud Guerrera.
Looking back at TNA Final Resolution PPV (2007).
Looking back at WWE New Year's Revolution PPV (2007).
Audio: Kevin Federline vs John Cena.
WWE signs Natalya Neidhart.
Looking back at Wrestle Kingdom II (2008), III (2009), IV (2010), V (2011)
January 4, 2010: TNA Impact Live vs WWE Raw.
Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, and others make TNA Impact debuts.
Jeff Hardy indicted on drug trafficking charges the same day he makes TNA return.
Bret Hart returns to WWE Raw (as guest host) after twelve year absence.
Audio: Chris Jericho returns to Raw after 16 month absence and trolls the fans.
Audio: Warrior slams Nash. Nash challenges Warrior to MMA fight. Warrior responds.
John Cena lands the cover of Fruity Pebbles Cereal Boxes.
WWE releases Kaitlyn.
Audio: WWE special 'Old School Raw' episode highlighted by the return of Jake The Snake Roberts.
Audio: Interesting look back at 2014 Paul Heyman / Brock Lesnar promo.
TNA debuts on Destination America channel.
Audio: The Authority 'fire' Dolph Ziggler, Erick Rowan, and Ryback during 'John Cena Appreciation Night', and the fans could care less.
AJ Styles, Luke Gallows, Karl Anderson, and Shinsuke Nakamura set to leave NJPW for WWE.
Wrestle Kingdom 10, 11, 12, 13 each provide memorable top MOTY candidates for each event. (Okada vs Tanahashi: 2016) 11 (Okada vs Omega: 2017), 12 (Omega vs Jericho: 2018) and 13 (Omega vs Tanahashi: 2019)
TNA debuts on Pop TV channel.
WWE tapes pilot episode of 'WWE Kids', which never makes it to TV or Network.
Audio: Royal Rumble contract signing between AJ Styles and John Cena. Plus an interesting tidbit from DT regarding Styles and Cena since this contract signing.
The Elite (Cody Rhodes, Hangman Page and Yound Bucks) reveal the creation of All Elite Wrestling
TNA Impact Wrestling: Homecoming results (2019)
New Day with Big E, dressed as Baby New Year, ring in New Year on RAW
Jushin Thunder Liger retires from pro wrestling
Undisputed Era rack up the trophies at 2020 NXT Year End Awards
Audio: Jon Moxley returns to AEW after previously losing AEW World Championship to Kenny Omega
NXT New Year's Evil PPV results 2021, 2022
WWE Day 1 PPV results 2022
Audio: Sasha Banks makes her debut as Mercedes Mone at NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 17
And so much more!

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Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show 12/30/24 Dec 31, 2024

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Happy New Year to our entire DT/KC Family! Enjoy this episode of Don Tony And Kevin Castle Show, recorded Monday night, 12/30/24. Running Time: 2 Hours. Synopsis is posted below.

Some Topics Discussed:

Important Details On WWE/Netflix Debut: Don Tony and Kevin Castle reveal some very important information you need to know about WWE move to Netflix beginning 1/1/25. Some info has yet to be revealed by many within wrestling media. From how long will RAW episodes run? To when will RAW replays become available? You will learn something new during this discussion
Wade Barrett and Joe Tessitore' roles revealed for RAW/Netflix 1/6/25 debut: Could WWE conduct a trade involving RAW and SmackDown announcers?
WWE Raw 12/30/24 Recap and Review (Houston, TX)
Judgement Day gets new entrance music, and it sucks
CM Punk wrestles four straight nights during WWE Holiday Tour topping it off with a Cage Match against Gunther
Who has had the better return to wrestling after retirement: Adam Copeland (Edge), Christian Cage or CM Punk?
WWE Holiday Tour results from Chicago IL, Orlando FL and Baltimore, MD
JBL says you'll see him alot more in 2025. Will he be a surprise entrant in the WWE Royal Rumble?
WWE touts amazing stats about 2024 events during RAW. And if AEW were smart, they would make one big change in 2025
DT/KC 'Top Flop Of 2024' for WWE: Bo Dallas
DT/KC 'Top Flop Of 2024' for AEW: Adam Cole aka The Devil
DT/KC 'Top Flop Of 2024' for TNA: Joe Hendry's WHC loss at Bound For Glory
WWE bringing Monday Night RAW to Madison Square Garden (NYC) prior to WrestleMania 41
What Tito Santana and Koko B Ware received for appearing at Saturday Night's Main Event
DT/KC Patreon Programming Details for the final week of 2024
Roll Call! Special shout-out and thanks to our latest supporters who bought DTKC Shirts, became a YouTube/Patreon Channel Member, and/or posted a DTKC Show review on Apple and Spotify
Non-Wrestling: RIP to Jimmy Carter (100), Greg Gumbel (78), Lenny Randle (75) and Linda Lavin (87)

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The Sit-Down with Don Tony 12/29/24 (Sunday Sit-Down) Dec 30, 2024

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The Sit-Down with Don Tony, recorded LIVE Sunday night 12/29/24.

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DON TONY AND KEVIN CASTLE SHOW CHRISTMAS 2024 SPECIAL EPISODE (RUNNING TIME: 3 HOURS 43 MINUTES)

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Pro Wrestling Weekend News Report (December 29, 2024) Dec 29, 2024

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Here is your Pro Wrestling Weekend News Report for December 29, 2024. Running Time: 35 Minutes.

Topics covered in this report include:

Ladder match for the Undisputed WWE Championship announced for the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble
DT Refresher: Wrestling media refurbishes September 2024 story about WWE expanding some PLE to two-night events. DT reminds everyone which events are being discussed and the 'No Sh*t Sherlock' reasoning behind it
CM Punk, wearing only a bath towel and shower cap, saves Damian Priest from a Judgement Day beatdown at MSG. And the elite IWC goofs couldn't wait to 'shower' it with complaints
AEW World's End 2024 PPV results (Orlando, FL)
Adam Copeland and Kenny Omega make their AEW returns at Worlds End with one scheduled to wrestle on 1/1/25 Dynamite
WWE Holiday Tour results from New York City (MSG), Jacksonville, FL and Pittsburgh, PA
Omos making his in-ring return in a Tag-Team Title Match; and it's not for WWE
RIP AEW Rampage: After 177 episodes, the final episode of Rampage airs as WBD declines to pick it up for 2025. DT shares some interesting viewership notes that led to its cancellation
WWE SmackDown and AEW Rampage 12/27/24 quick results
NXT 12/24/24 and AEW Dynamite 12/25/24 TV ratings
Arianna Grace and Stacks Lorenzo get engaged
Natalya (replacing injured Zelina Vega) vs B-Fab: WWE Speed Number One Contenders Quarterfinal result

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This Week In Wrestling History (Week Fifty-Two) 12/24 – 12/31 Dec 27, 2024

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This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony aired back in 2018-2019 and spanned two seasons. These retro episodes return remastered and are filled with hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history.

SYNOPSIS: Episode 52 (12/24 – 12/31)RUNNING TIME: 3 Hours 26 Minutes

Audio: Iron Sheik def Bob Backlund to win WWF Heavyweight Title. Includes promos from Backlund and Iron Shiek.
Audio: Macho Man Randy Savage def Terry Taylor to win NWA Mid America Heavyweight Title.
Audio: Hulk Hogan abruptly leaves AWA and returns to WWF.
Mean Gene Okerlund makes his WWF debut.
Macho Man Randy Savage marries Miss Elizabeth (for real).
Looking back at NWA and AWA 'Star Wars' (1985).
Madusa wins AWA World Women's Championship.
Vader debuts for NJPW and defeats Antonio Inoki and almost causes a riot
Audio: Vader speaks on NJPW debut and defeating Inoki.
Looking back at WCW Starrcade 1988, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998.
Lou Thesz wrestles last ever match at age 74.
The Christmas Creature (Kane) loses Mask vs Title match against Jerry Lawler.
Audio: Jerry Lawler, Kane, and Mad Man Pondo look back at the 'Christmas Creature'.
Audio: Macho Man's Holiday message to kids at 4th Annual George Steinbrenner Children's Holiday Concert For Underprivileged Kids Of Tampa (FL).
Audio: Highlights of Ric Flair def Vader (Starrcade '93) to regain WCW Heavyweight Championship.
ECW makes their New York City debut.
Audio: Cactus Jack vs Sabu in NCAA Olympic Rules match (ECW Holiday Hell 1995).
Akira Hokuto def Madusa in Tournament Final to win WCW Women's Championship.
Audio: Sting def Hollywood Hogan to win WCW Heavyweight Championship.
Audio: Kevin Nash ends Goldberg's 173-0 Undefeated Streak and wins WCW Heavyweight Championship.
DT looks back at WCW ratings before and after Goldberg's undefeated streak ended. Was it really the monumental mistake and ratings killer many have labeled it over the years?
Audio: Moolah (76) and Mae Young (76) vs Crash and Hardcore Holly.
WWF tapes Raw and Mankind winning first WWF Heavyweight Championship (Airs on 01/04/1999 Raw, the date WWF recognizes).
Audio: Chris Jericho and Chyna become Co-IC Champs after double pin - A three week title reign not recognized by WWE.
Audio: Raven wins his first of 27 WWF Hardcore Title reigns.
Bonus Audio: Chris Jericho Taco Bell Commercial (2000).
Looking back at Ring Of Honor: Final Battle 2004 and 2008.
Audio: Austin Aries ends Samoa Joe 645 day reign as ROH World Heavyweight Champion.
Joanie Laurer rushed to hospital, considered too wasted to undergo a psychiatric evaluation.
WWE signs Tamina Snuka and Sin Cara (aka Hunico).
TNA signs Nick and Matt Jackson (Young Bucks).
WWE announces Bret Hart returning to WWE Raw (as Guest Host) after ten year absence.
Tommy Dreamer wrestles last match for WWE ECW.
CZW wrestler Nick Gage arrested after robbing NJ Bank.
Brock Lesnar announces retirement from MMA one day after TKO loss to Alistar Overeem at UFC 141.
Audio: Daniel Bryan joins The Wyatt Family.
WWE announces strict enforcement of requirement that all WWE Superstars carry Medical Insurance.
And so much more!

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Pro Wrestling News Report (December 27, 2024) Dec 27, 2024

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Here is your Pro Wrestling News Report for Friday, December 27, 2024. Running Time: 63 Minutes.

Topics covered in this report include:

Netflix passes the test streaming NFL games Christmas Day and is 100% ready for WWE RAW debut 1/6/25
The Rock to make a surprise appearance on WWE RAW debut on Netflix? Or will WWE need to advertise The Final Boss prior to the event?
AEW World's End 2024 PPV Preview and Predictions
Clickbait news closes out 2024 with another bullsh*t story. And this time, Dave Meltzer and top media outlets also take the bait. Were they all suckered? Or is it something else?
RIP Jax Dane (48)
DT thinks Ricochet will become a tremendous heel trolling wrestling fans especially in AEW. And it could begin as early as AEW World End PPV
AEW Dynamite 12/25/24 and NXT 12/24/24 match results
AEW Continental Classic 2024: Final Standings including a hilarious finish for one wrestler
AEW extends UK media rights deal with ITV
Elite media attempts to reverse recent claims of AEW bringing new titled show (Shockwave) to FOX
Dustin Rhodes and AEW finalize a multi-year contract extension
TNA inks multi-year deal with Sportsnet 360 to air Impact and other programming in Canada
Vince McMahon and John Laurinaitis file the expected motions to have the Janel Grant lawsuit moved to arbitration
Jim Ross expresses high praise for Joe Tessitore
Maxxine Dupri and Anthony Luke (NXT) get engaged
Hammerstone undergoes minor knee surgery'
Tay Melo (wife of Sammy Guevara) announces in-ring return after two-year absence. And it isn't for AEW
WWE RAW 12/23/24 and AEW Collision 12/21/24 TV Ratings

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