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Sasha Banks vs. Ronda Rousey announced for Royal Rumble

January 7, 2019 by Kristen Ashly

During tonight’s episode of Raw, fans got another peek at the Royal Rumble card. Sasha Banks vs. Ronda Rousey has been set for a championship match at Royal Rumble, after Banks defeated Nia Jax in a no. 1 contender’s match. The events leading up to the match can be traced back to the debut episode … Read more

Taya Valkyrie is the new Impact Knockouts Champion

January 6, 2019 by Nick

The new year is starting out pretty well for Taya Valkyrie. Valkyrie captured her first Knockouts Championship this weekend at Impact Wrestling’s Homecoming event. She defeated Tessa Blanchard after several months of trying to best her. Valkyrie and Blanchard have been feuding for months since Valkyrie called her out for a match at Bound For … Read more

IMPACT announces weekly simulcast on Twitch

January 6, 2019 by Kristen Ashly

IMPACT Wrestling has announced that they will be simulcasting their weekly show on two different platforms.

During IMPACT’s pay-per-view Homecoming, the company sent out a tweet announcing that starting this coming Friday, IMPACT’s weekly show will be simulcasted on both Pursuit and Twitch.

BREAKING: Starting THIS FRIDAY and every week IMPACT will stream on @Twitch in the US at 10pm ET simulcasting with the @PursuitChannel airing! pic.twitter.com/psYmVz9739
— TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) January 7, 2019

This week’s episode also marks the debut of the show at their new home, the Pursuit Channel.

Fans are pleased to hear news of the intention to simulcast. After announcing the move of IMPACT’s show from PopTV to Pursuit, many IMPACT fans were disappointed to find they didn’t have access to Pursuit. The decision to simulcast the show on Twitch will ensure fans will have more options to watch the program.

Twitch is a live streaming video platform and subsidiary of Amazon, bringing “real life” streams, music and entertainment broadcasts, various competitions, and creative content to the homes of viewers via live or on-demand streaming.

Be sure to tune into Pursuit or Twitch this upcoming Friday at 10 p.m. EST to see the aftershock of Homecoming.

Will you watch IMPACT now that they’ve added Twitch as a viewing platform?

Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling ’19 results

January 7, 2019January 6, 2019 by Emily Pratt

Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling’s first show of 2019 was a good one, with Miyu Yamashita vs. Maki Itoh for the Tokyo Princess of Princess Championship in the main event, Reika Saiki vs. Meiko Satomura, and more. You can watch this show on DDT Universe, where it also streamed live at 12 PM JST on Jan. 4. … Read more

Lisa Marie Varon to retire after this year

January 6, 2019 by Philip Lindsey

Former five-time TNA Knockouts Champion and two-time WWE Women’s Champion, Lisa Marie Varon, announced she is retiring from in-ring competition, in 2019. Lisa, formerly known as Victoria during her run in WWE and Tara of TNA, made the announcement today, via Twitter and Instagram. The nearly 20-year veteran didn’t say what her “next adventure” will … Read more

Millie McKenzie wins Sendai Girls Junior Championship

January 6, 2019 by Joe Anthony Myrick

At a young age, Millie McKenzie is slowly shaping up to be one of the best athletes in her industry. She only just turned 18-years old and she already sports a stellar resume. Not only has she won titles in major promotions, but she’s wrestled inside of a WWE ring. Both are accomplishments that some … Read more

Shotzi Blackheart becomes inaugural War of Genders Champion

January 6, 2019January 6, 2019 by Joe Anthony Myrick

In several regards, 2018 was something of a breakout year for Shotzi Blackheart. 2018 was the year that the self-proclaimed Ballsy Badass first showcased herself on a global platform following her arrival to Impact Wrestling. In this same year, she made significant appearances for big time promotions like EVOLVE, SHINE, RISE, SHIMMER and Pro-Wrestling EVE. … Read more

Aja Perera is ready for any and all competition

January 6, 2019 by Nick

Aja Perera is best known for being the current SHINE Nova Champion in the SHINE Wrestling promotion. She is the third woman to hold this title which was introduced in the summer of 2017. Perera has accomplished a significant goal in her young career by becoming a champion at SHINE 54. One by one, Perera … Read more

Priscilla Kelly’s recent spot causes a mixed reaction

January 5, 2019 by Nick

Priscilla Kelly’s (@priscillakelly) recent spot causes a mixed reaction

WWE holds first Evolution Empowerment Forum

January 5, 2019 by Philip Lindsey

This weekend, the WWE Performance Center held the first WWE Evolution Empowerment Forum. NXT Superstars and trainees, both men and women, sat in on workshops centered around brand building, collaboration, and gender equality. Hall of Famer, Alundra Blayze and Eve Torres were special guests, along with speakers from all walks of life. The Performance Center … Read more

Triple threat to pick Asuka’s Rumble opponent set for next week

January 5, 2019 by Dean Buckley

The New Year’s Day edition of SmackDown Live left the identity of Asuka’s Royal Rumble opponent up in the air. In a backstage segment, each of the previous three champions – Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair and Carmella – made their case to Triple H. He simply responded that management would take it under advisement. But … Read more

2019 EVE Academy classes open tomorrow

January 5, 2019 by Joe Anthony Myrick

Pro-Wrestling: EVE has provided us with some of the best women’s wrestling that the sport has to offer. When the cameras aren’t rolling at event tapings, the EVE crew are busy birthing some of the best female wrestlers of the future. Ever since it opened up shop in March of 2018, EVE Academy has given … Read more

WOW – Women of Wrestling releases first preview

January 7, 2019January 4, 2019 by Philip Lindsey

AXS TV’s new series WOW – Women of Wrestling from Los Angeles Lakers owner, Jeanie Buss, and GLOW founder, David McLane, will premiere Friday, Jan. 18 at 9 p.m. EST. This week, AXS TV released the following first look. WOW first launched back in 2000 and relaunched in 2012 after a nearly 12-year hiatus. The … Read more

Wrestling Twitter rallies behind Toni Storm

January 4, 2019 by Philip Lindsey

On Jan. 1, news broke that Toni Storm was the victim of a hack. A website leaked personal photos and videos of the NXT UK superstar online, causing her to leave social media. Wrestling Twitter responded in the following days with an overwhelming amount of love and support for Storm. A We Support Toni Twitter … Read more

Spoilers: major TNA star appears at NXT taping

January 4, 2019 by Nick

A former TNA/Impact Knockout made her presence known at the most recent NXT television taping last night. Rebel, going by her real name Tanea Brooks, competed in a tag team match. Per Wrestling Inc., she teamed up with Amber Nova to face off against Io Shirai and Kairi Sane. Brooks is best known for her … Read more

All Elite Wrestling to address women’s division at Florida rally

January 4, 2019 by Dean Buckley

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) will address their “stance on women’s wrestling” at the Double or Nothing rally in Jacksonville, Fla. next week, according to a statement to Diva Dirt from Chief Brand Officer Brandi Rhodes. There’s been much speculation about the inclusion of women in the promotion’s roster since the promotion was announced. All In, … Read more

NXT spoilers reveal possible send-off

January 3, 2019 by Kristen Ashly

Thursday night, NXT taped their upcoming Jan. 9 show at the usual spot, Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. Spoilers were leaked from the taping, and one spoiler in particular appeared to be a possible NXT Superstar send-off. Spoilers provided by Prowrestling.com below: During the show, Bianca Belair faced Nikki Cross in a bout that … Read more

Becky Lynch proves a woman could be the face of WWE

January 3, 2019 by Philip Lindsey

WWE kicked off 2019 with a pre-taped episode of SmackDown Live on Tuesday night, where John Cena made his return to television. As has become common for him in recent times, Cena broke the fourth wall, and acknowledged he already knew someone would come down to the ring. In case you missed it, someone did … Read more

Kylie Rae on Britt, Tessa, and intergender wrestling

January 3, 2019 by Kristen Ashly

Kylie Rae is well-known for her work in the independent circuit, even being called the “indie darling” of wrestling. She’s spent time at Reality of Wrestling, Freelance Wrestling, SHIMMER, Stardom, RISE, and a multitude of other promotions. This Friday, Kylie Rae will once again face Tessa Blanchard for Zelo Pro Wrestling’s Women’s Championship in a … Read more

Brandi Rhodes to serve as Chief Brand Officer of AEW

January 3, 2019 by Philip Lindsey

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) distributed a press release today for their upcoming rally at TIAA Bank Field, in Jacksonville. With new updates trickling in throughout the week, the event should give fans and insiders alike the answers they’re anxious for. The release let fans know the event will be available to watch on the “Being the … Read more

EVE’s Jamie Hayter joins Oedo Tai in STARDOM

January 3, 2019 by Joe Anthony Myrick

As a rising star on the independent wrestling scene, Jamie Hayter had a big 2018. She had a solid 6-month reign with the RevPro Undisputed British Women’s Championship before losing it to Zoe Lucas halfway into December. She went on to win the 2018 SHE-1 tournament in Pro-Wrestling: EVE, defeating Kris Wolf and Toni Storm … Read more

Women stake claim in NXT Year-End Nominations

January 3, 2019 by Chase S. Wilkinson

On the year’s first NXT, the show took the time look back on 2018’s highlight matches and announced the nominees for its year end awards. Female stars were featured prominently throughout all the major ballots, excluding Male Competitor of the Year and Tag Team of the Year. Women’s Champion Shayna Baszler lead the locker room … Read more

Britt Baker signs with All Elite Wrestling

January 3, 2019January 2, 2019 by Philip Lindsey

Early Tuesday morning, while everyone was winding down from their New Year’s celebrations, the Elite made a game-changing announcement on their YouTube channel. After months of rumors, All Elite Wrestling is official. This left fans and critics anxious to see what this meant for women’s wrestling. Well according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dr. Britt … Read more

Toni Storm deletes social media after nude leaks

January 2, 2019 by Kristen Ashly

The new year is starting off with a gross undertone, after a website known for leaking photos of celebrities has invaded a woman’s privacy once again. This time, the unfortunate victim is NXT UK Superstar and indy queen, Toni Storm. Yesterday, news hit that nude pictures and video of Toni Storm had been leaked by … Read more

BEW sends talent to Stardom

January 2, 2019 by Kristen Ashly

British Empire Wrestling is starting 2019 with a bang by sending three superstars to compete in their affiliate promotion in Japan, Stardom. BEW’s Sadie Gibbs, Bobbi Tyler and Jamie Hayter will be wrestling within the largest all-female Japanese program until the end of February. This will mark Hayter’s second tour with Stardom. Below are the … Read more

What does AEW mean for women’s wrestling?

January 3, 2019January 2, 2019 by Joe Anthony Myrick

tessa blanchard vs chelsea green vs madison rayne vs britt baker all in title card

Jan. 1, 2019 will forever be a day etched in wrestling history as the day that The Elite – which consists of Cody Rhodes, The Young Bucks, Hangman Page, Marty Scurll, and Kenny Omega – officially announced they will run a brand new wrestling promotion called All Elite Wrestling. We know next to nothing about … Read more

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