SHINE Wrestling took Livonia, Mich. by storm as they hosted their SHINE 60 event this weekend. The main event saw Allysin Kay having to defend her title in a Triple Threat match. She faced a former two-time SHINE Women’s Champion Ivelisse as well as Mercedes Martinez. Ivelisse was attempting to become the companies first-ever three-time … Read more
The next event for SHINE Wrestling is coming up fast and will be on Aug. 24. Allysin Kay will have the odds stacked against her as she defends her SHINE Championship in a Triple Threat match. She will be facing both Mercedes Martinez and Ivelisse. Kay is in her second reign as champion where she … Read more
As previously reported, AEW will have a Casino Battle Royale on their All Out Buy In on Aug. 31. This will feature 21-women with the winner being the first competitor for the inaugural Women’s World Championship match. That match will take place when AEW debuts on the TNT Network on Oct. 2. Two big names … Read more
Announced by AEW’s CBO Brandi Rhodes in the latest “The Road to All Out” there will be a Casino Battle Royale at All Out’s Buy In. It was previously announced that the Women’s World Championship will be unveiled at this pay-per-view. Furthermore, when AEW debuts on TNT for their TV deal on Oct. 2 the … Read more
Diva Dirt’s own Gerry Strauss sat down recently for an exclusive interview with La Sicaria herself, Ivelisse Velez for the first Curtain Call. Ivelisse is widely known for wrestling on the independent scene most notably from SHINE Wrestling. She has also spent years in the Lucha Underground promotion. Fans of WWE may recall her time … Read more
Ivelisse Velez took part in the most recent WWE tryouts at their Performance Center in Orlando, FL. Recently, Lucha Underground released the worldly talent from her contract, after she battled to part ways for close to two years. She became extremely popular on the independent scene during her 15 years in various promotions. Notably, she … Read more
After a long, heated battle with Lucha Underground, Ivelisse and Kobra Moon have been granted a release from their contracts. It’s been over a year and a half that these two women – along with El Hijo del Fantasma and Joey Ryan – have been “held hostage” – per Ivelisse’s own words in a since … Read more
SHINE 56 is now officially in the books from La Boom in Queens, NY. The event saw a new talent, a match ending in a no contest and the tag team titles changing hands. The first match of the night saw a newcomer to SHINE by the name of Trish Adora make her debut against … Read more
Free Match Friday is a weekly feature from Diva Dirt. Every Friday, we’ll spotlight a great indie match available to watch for free online. Some of the best wrestling in the world is happening in high school gyms and sports bars and even, occasionally, in an appropriate venue for a wrestling match. This week, our … Read more
Allysin “AK-47” Kay took to Twitter yesterday to confront her opponent at SHINE 56, Ivelisse. Kay is the current SHINE Champion. She claimed the championship back in September when she won a tournament for the vacant title. Ivelisse is a former two-time SHINE Champion herself, however, thanks to LuFisto’s 529-day reign. Ivelisse has not captured … Read more
Lucha Underground wrestler, Ivelisse, says she’s been in the midst of a contract dispute for over a year. She took to Twitter today to release following statement: I’ve done everything in my power to avoid having to do this but.. at this point I literally have no other choice.. For a bit over 1 1/2 … Read more
Today (September 8th), SHINE Wrestling presented their SHINE 53 event where an eight-woman tournament was held to determine a brand new champion to the vacated SHINE Championship. On top the tournament, the Shine Tag Team Championships were also on the line as the Twisted Sisterz (Thunder Rosa and Holidead) defended their newly won tag team … Read more
Welcome to this week’s review of Lucha Underground, Belivers! This week we’re invited to a special event, the wedding of Johnny Mundo and Taya. If you’re fans of either individual, the couple officially tied the knot in June. However, Worldwide Underground is the IT group so they’re celebrating their characters’ nuptials in the Temple. Before … Read more
Welcome to this week’s Lucha Underground review, Believers! This Wednesday’s episode finally got down to the climax of the Reptile Tribe’s feud with Worldwide Underground. And we finally see Mariposa in action since the first episode of the season! Let’s dive in. The show opens up with Mariposa approaching Antonio Cueto. She demands a Gift … Read more
Welcome to this week’s Lucha Underground review, Believers. This week’s episode focuses on crowning a new Gift of the Gods Champion. The GOTG title is on the line in a six-way match. It’s El Dragon Azteca Jr. vs King Cuerno vs Ivelisse vs Mack vs Son of Havoc vs Dezmond X. In #luchaunderground, we love … Read more
Last week an impromptu match was set up between the holders of the Aztec Medallions. Mil Muertes got the booted from competing for the Gift of the Gods title, which leaves six competitors for tonight’s match: El Dragon Azteca Jr. vs King Cuerno vs Ivelisse vs Mack vs Son of Havoc vs Dezmond X. The winner … Read more
Last night (July 20th), SHINE Wrestling celebrated their sixth anniversary show with their SHINE 52 show from the Orpheum in Ybor City, Florida. Originally slated for the event was a SHINE Championship pitting then champ LuFisto against Kimber Lee. However, due to surgery, LuFisto relinquished the title. It was then announced that a new champion … Read more
Welcome to this week’s Lucha Underground review, Believers. We’re treated for the second consecutive week in a row with women’s action as Ivelisse makes her presence felt against Joey Ryan. This match carries a special stipulation, whoever wins will gain an Aztec Medallion and with it a chance to compete for the Gift of the … Read more
After serving Jeremiah Crane his comeuppance two weeks ago, Ivelisse is back in action tonight on Lucha Underground as she takes on Joey Ryan. WEDNESDAY! Ivelisse is having none of it from Joey Ryan! Catch an all-new @LuchaElRey 8p ET on @ElReyNetwork! #luchaunderground #luchalibre #wrestling #prowrestling #joeyryan #ivelisse #action #tv #ridewithelrey pic.twitter.com/QGcWjmYdBa — Lucha Underground … Read more
Newly wedded couple Johnny Mundo and Taya are the focus of this week’s Lucha Underground. Both leaders of the Worldwide Underground are set to meet Kobra Moon and her tribe on tonight’s episode. LU has released this preview: “Celebrate Independence Day at The Temple, trust us this is one firecracker episode you do not want … Read more
Lucha Underground is back tonight for its second episode and with it the gauntlet and an Aztec medallion come into play. Ivelisse looks to be in action tonight and we’ll catch a glimpse of Catrina after her defeat last season. LU has released this preview for tonight’s episode: “In the newest episode of Lucha Underground, … Read more
Lucha Underground Season 4 will premiere on June 13th and now we have a better sense at which luchadoras will return. In a new lengthier trailer hyping the season premiere we catch a glimpse of Kobra Moon, Catrina, Ivelisse, Mariposa, Taya, and debuting former Knockout Champion Chelsea Green! Watch the video below: Yesterday it was … Read more
Lucha Underground luchadora Ivelisse recently spoke with the Women’s Pro Wrestling Weekly podcast to discuss the upcoming season returning this summer, her interest in working with Impact Wrestling, the importance of the independent wrestling scene and more. Highlights of the interview below, courtesy of After Buzz TV. On Lucha Underground Season 4 and progression of her … Read more
Last night, April 6, during the Impact vs Lucha Underground event, LU announced Season 4 of the premier wrestling show will debut on June 13! BREAKING: Season 4 of @LuchaElRey DEBUTS June 13th! #ImpactVSLucha pic.twitter.com/9YHub575ti — TNA Wrestling (@ThisIsTNA) April 7, 2018 LU shared the first glimpse of Season 4: Mark your calendars! Lucha Underground … Read more
When WWE announced that they were introducing the Mixed Match Challenge tournament, it was not a surprise to their fans. With the continuous talk about the women’s revolution, it is good to see them team up with the men to show that they can keep pace with the men, and in some cases, raise the … Read more
It’s official women’s wrestling fans… she is back! Also, this is a disclaimer! There will be image of graphic nature displayed in this article. Continue on at your own risk. It was announced in the past that Women’s Wrestling veteran Rain would be returning to professional wrestling. She would do this with Ring of Honor … Read more