Independent wrestling results, signings, and features
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Former WWE star Killian Dain has revealed how he and Nikki Cross acquired independent wrestling promotion PROGRESS Wrestling. The acquisition was disclosed by Dain, who was formerly known as Big Damo during his WWE tenure.
Nikki Storm (Nikki Cross) and Big Damo (Killian Dain) have purchased PROGRESS and DEFY Wrestling. Dave Meltzer has commented on the acquisition by the two wrestlers.
Gage Goldberg discussed his goal to step out of his father Bill Goldberg's shadow while speaking at the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest in Memphis. The younger Goldberg, who plays football at Colorado under Deion Sanders, said he wants to continue his father's legacy while eventually creating his own, stating he hopes to "get over the shadow and become a better badass than he was." Gage acknowledged that expectations tied to the Goldberg name have followed him his entire life, but he's determined to overcome the pressure and potentially surpass his father's accomplishments.
STARDOM and Major League Wrestling (MLW) have announced a strategic partnership between the Japanese women's wrestling promotion and the US-based promotion. The partnership will include talent crossover between the two companies.
MLW is reportedly set to revive its TV show MLW Fusion after a three-year absence. A report suggests the promotion is moving forward with bringing back the television program.
A new ROH Television Champion was crowned during Ring of Honor's latest TV tapings that took place following the Fairway to Hell event. The title change occurred during tapings held this past weekend.
Paige Collett announced during a JCW post-show appearance that she has transitioned from being a full-time wrestler to focusing on a managing career due to injuries. She stated her goal is to become "that female Paul Heyman" and build a future in wrestling through managing talent and developing her on-screen personality rather than competing in matches. Collett explained that she wants to use her skills in promos, character work, and storytelling to establish a long-term career as an elite manager in the wrestling business.
Ted Turner has died at age 87, prompting tributes from wrestling figures including Ric Flair, Eric Bischoff, William Regal, and others who worked for or were impacted by World Championship Wrestling and Turner Broadcasting. The wrestling personalities shared messages on social media thanking Turner for the opportunities he created in the industry and acknowledging his influence on professional wrestling.
Former WWE star Big Damo has revealed why he chose to sign with Major League Wrestling after becoming a free agent. Speaking on In The Weeds podcast, Damo said MLW was straightforward in their approach, showed patience during his recovery from a minor injury, and offered him the opportunity to work alongside familiar faces including his friend Donovan Dijak. Damo, who has been wrestling for 22 years, said the combination of MLW's stacked roster and professional approach made the decision easy for him.
Ric Flair revealed on the Thanalysis Show that his famous "Wooo" catchphrase was inspired by entertainer Jerry Lewis, not wrestling. Flair explained that he drew inspiration from Jerry Lewis performances he watched before becoming a wrestling star, referencing "1972 stuff" when discussing the origin of the iconic sound.
Independent wrestler and former MLW World Champion Krule has released a statement denying that he was stabbed during an independent wrestling event at a Chicago venue. The statement refutes the alleged stabbing incident.