Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for June 27, 2026

In backstage footage from earlier today, Matchmaker King Cobra, Derrick King and "The Gift" Ray Sanders are greeted by the locker room. Wonder Boy says that he would usually call them citizens, but in this care, they are the heroes, and in case they run low on energy, they can always plug it in with The Shocker. Kevin White says that he just got back and he is not ready to quit yet, and if he had to pick anybody, it could be Derrick King. K-Toomer says he usually comes to Derrick King and King Cobra for advice and looks to Ray Sanders like a brother, then says that what is happening to Memphis Wrestling is unacceptable and that they must take it back, as they worked too hard for this and they do not want a mockery of this for the future. He also says that they tell him not to tear the place up all the time, and that it is their turn to tear the place up.

Diana Taylor retains the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship against Raven Black by disqualification after Raven hits Diana with a bottle. After the match, however, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock shows up and restarts the match as a no-disqualification match. Bobbi Thunder shows up and tosses Diana into the ring, where Raven pins Diana to become the champion. Raven Black beats Diana Taylor to become the Memphis Wrestling Women's Champion.

Backstage, Derrick King meets with "The Gift" Ray Sanders. Sanders says they must win, and Derrick says they will. Matchmaker King Cobra shows up wondering who their partner is and when he will be here, and Derrick King says he will be here. Sanders says the third man causes trouble wherever he goes, but he still does not trust him. Nevertheless, Sanders and Cobra trust Derrick King.

We see footage from last week in Jackson, Tennessee where Kevin and Gavin White beat The Bizness Dawgs (Tim Grind and Lil' Homie) for the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships.

The Slaughterhouse (Jagged James and Nasty Nick) beat Muddy Waters (Gio Savage and "The Judge" RJW) by disqualification after RJW hits Nasty Nick with a whip.

Backstage, Sevyn Cruz and Jae Pariah rue the loss of KJ Rockett and the $5,000 bounty on Mike Anthony, then Sevyn says that the vibes are not working. All of a sudden, a man who calls himself "Brown Sugar" and "The Sweet One" shows up offering to help them out.

Dustin Starr moderates a contract signing between Mike Anthony and Tim Bosby at the announce desk. Mike Anthony shows up first, and eh says that he does not call himself the best; the fans do. The crowd chants "MVP," and Mike Anthony says that this was the fans' choice, that he is the MVP's MVP, and that Bosby will go up and go down for the three count while he becomes Memphis Wrestling Heritage Champion. Mike Anthony signs the contract. Tim Bosby shows up, then says he will not be signing the contract because if he does and they have to wrestle, he will embarass Mike Anthony like he has embarassed everyone else because he is getting the match. Bosby says that the fans are not getting their match, then Mike Anthony says that Bosby is "second to one" and that he can end his career right now. Bosby signs the contract after some hesitation, then pokes Mike Anthony in the eye with the pen. Mike Anthony responds with a low blow before putting Bosby through the table for the contract signing with a brainbuster.

Derrick King and "The Gift" Ray Sanders beat The Hollywood Clique (Jay Smooth and Kale) and Big Vito in a ladder match for controlling ownership of Memphis Wrestling. During the match, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock tries to climb the ladder, but he is stopped - and punched - by Matchmaker King Cobra. Soon after this, Kale stops Ray Sanders from climbing the ladder and pulls out a black ladder with "Hollywood" on it. As he climbs it, the lights go out, then Sycho Simon shows up for the first time since he lost the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship. Kale thinks that Simon is on his side until he gets choke slammed, then clotheslines and elbow drops . He then extends his hand to Ray Sanders, who takes it. Simon helps Sanders up, and Sandrs climbs the ladder and grabs the briefcase to win the match and controlling ownership of Memphis Wrestling from The Hollywood Clique.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for May 16, 2026

Before today's show, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock announces to the entire Memphis Wrestling roster that he is the boss now and that there will be trouble if they do not everything he says. He also talks about the cowboy hat that Vince Russo gave to him, claiming that Russo wore it when he was in World Championship Wrestling. Jay Smooth announces that Blaylock will be doing talent reviews, and if anyone is not on their A-game, they are out of here. Blaylock says that everyone will do as he says, whether they like it or not.

Dustin Starr interviews Big John Dalton at the announce desk. BJD says that his father, Big Daddy, has been battling Stage 3 cancer, and that his father's fight reminded him of his fight in the wrestling ring, and after some reflection, he says he has been doing this all wrong. He says that he is taking they keys to the WrestleCenter back and doing this for his father, for no one is promised another day, and that he is coming for gold.

"Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock guests on commentary for the next match.

The Hollywood Clique (Jay Smooth and Kale) beat The Super Friends (Wonder Boy and The Shocker) after "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock distracts the referee, allowing Jay Smooth to hit The Shocker with a low blow while the Secret Service agents keep Wonder Boy out of the ring.

We hear from "The Bounty Hunter" Bryan Keith. Tim Bosby interrupts, telling him to finish the job, but Bryan Keith tells Bosby that Bosby himself could not finish the job and that he will get the other half of his payment regardless.

Xya beats Bobbi Thunder by disqualification after Raven Black shows up. Xya is distracted, and this allows Raven Black to hit Xya with a bottle to the head after Bobbi Thunder clotheslines Xya out of the ring.

It is revealed that Moses has laid out "Cold Hearted" Colton Cage in the WrestleCenter parking lot.

Before the next match, Moses drags "Cold Hearted" Colton Cage to the ring, allowing "The Gold Standard" Eli Knox to attack Colton before getting him in the ring to start the match.

"Cold Hearted" Colton Cage beats "The Gold Standard" Eli Knox to become the Memphis Wrestling Junior Heritage Champion for a second time after shoving Eli Knox into Moses, knocking Moses off the ring apron before hitting the Cold Hearted Cutter to win the match and the title.

Backstage, Kevin White meets with Tim Grind. Kevin and Tim agree that it is all about the kids, and that nobody cares about who beat who between then thirty years ago. Suddenly, Matchmaker King Cobra shows up and says he has the match between Tim Grind and Kevin White booked for next week, and leaves. Tim Grind and Kevin White are confused, as neither of them seem to have asked for this match.

Tim Bosby guests on commentary for the next match.

Mike Anthony beats "The Bounty Hunter" Bryan Keith. During the match, Mike Anthony hits the brainbuster, but Tim Bosby pulls senior referee David Knight out of the ring and distracts Mike Anthony. Anthony sends Keith into Bosby, knocking Bosby out of the ring. Bryan Keith tries to pin Anthony, but gets caught with his feet on the rope for leverage, and he powerbombs Mike Anthony and goes for a more legitimate pinfall attempt with a stack-up pin only for Anthony to kick out. Bryan Keith then leaves the ring and grabs the Heritage Championship to use it as a weapon, but David Knight tries to take it away from him. As both men have a tug-of-war with the Heritage Championship, Mike Anthony leapfrogs over David Knight, gets to Bryan Keith and hits him with the brainbuster for the win.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for March 7, 2026

In footage from after last week's show went off the air, Frankie Kazarian is about to hit "The Gift" Ray Sanders with a Kendo stick with assistance from Tim Bosby when "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth suddenly shows up to save Sanders.

Dustin Starr interviews "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth at the announce desk. Nemeth says he was passing through on the way to Nashville, Tennessee and he had to stop by to watch the main event when he noticed Frankie Kazarian, and calls Kazarian out so he can have a match with him. Tim Bosby shows up instead of Kazarian, and takes his jacket off to reveal a shirt with an arrow pointing up at him saying "New King of Memphis." He says Kazarian is not here and says Nemeth was his favorite wrestler growing up and he wanted to be him. He then grew up and realized that being like Nemeth is being second best, and if Nemeth wants to make a challenge, then they can face off in the ring. Nemeth accepts, but he wants the Heritage Championship on the line. Bosby says he will not back down and that he will show everyone that he is new king of Memphis Wrestling.

In footage from earlier today, Matchmaker King Cobra makes it to the building in a GMC Sierra and is told there is a package for him, but that it is too big to bring into the building. King Cobra finds a crate with the words "Deliver to Memphis Wrestling, Eli Knox, 4-11-26."

The Bizness Dawgs (Tim Grind and Lil' Homie) retain the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships against The Hollywood Clique (Jay Smooth and Kale) after Tim Grind hits Kale with "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock's cane from the top rope after Secret Service distracts the referee and Xya Wolfe tries and fails to stop Blaylock from interfering in the match.

We hear from Diana Taylor, who warns Nixi XS that she will show her why she is the real Memphis Wrestling Women's Champion. After the match, Nixi XS shows up and says she is the real Women's Champion. Both women stare each other down raising their respective championship belts.

Diana Taylor retains the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship against Judy Lee.

We hear from "The Problem" Aaron Roberts, who says it took Justin Case's help for Zay Washington to beat him despite his broken ankle. He says that Washington is not good enough to run the play on his own, and if Washington wants a decisive win, then they will have a no-disqualification match. Roberts says that when he is done, he will get his hands on Justin Case for five minutes and prove he is just another bum running his mouth.

We hear from K-Toomer, who says that he is not mad with anyone but himself. He says that he is the best in the business that nobody gave the keys to, as he does not run the game the way everyone else wants him to. He says that he is the Master of Fatjitsu, and that he is the meanest and the baddest.

Dustin Starr interviews Mike Anthony at the announce desk. Mike Anthony asks the fans to forgive him, then says enough is enough. He tells Tim Bosby that he warned him, and says that he was right. Anthony declares he is on a warpath and that Bosby and Frankie Kazarian's asses belong to him. Main Event Bradley and Mama Money show up. Bradley says that CJ Money has run away from home, and Mama Money wants CJ to come home. Bradley says that a child is missing, yet Anthony is out here crying about a championship. Bradley says that Anthony sounds like he is looking for a fight, and Anthony accepts Bradley's challenge only to be attacked from behind from Bradley.

Mike Anthony beats Main Event Bradley.

Big Mama confronts Raven Black for attacking Xya Wolf. Raven says that Big Mama has been MIA and that she has been attacked in the last week, but Big Mama says she did not teach her to act like this and that she needs a lesson.

Xya Wolf beats Raven Black with a crucifix pin. After the match, Raven Black attacks and curb stomps Xya Wolf before continuing to attack her. She then grabs a metal folding chair to hit Xya Wolfe, but Big Mama shows up and stops her from using it. Raven Black retreats.

Marko Stunt guests on commentary for the next match.

"The King of Pow" Chris Lexx beats VaShawn Harvey to win the Cobra Cup Finals and the Cobra Cup after VaShawn Harvey brings the Cobra Cup into the ring to use as a weapon only for senior official David Knight to take it away. VaShawn then tries to wrap his chain around his hand to use as a weapon only for Chris Lexx to counter with a backslide pin for the win and the Cobra Cup.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for November 22, 2025

In the parking lot, "The Gift" Ray Sanders congratulates Diana Taylor on winning the Women's Championship. Diana tells Ray that today is his day and that he is the hero Memphis Wrestling needs.

Dustin Starr interviews Marko Stunt at the announce desk. Marko Stunt talks about how he got his start in professional wrestling and Memphis, Tennessee and ended up on national television in All Elite Wrestling, then announces that he is officially retired from professional wrestling. He then says his wrestling journey is not over and that he has acquired his manager license, and as of right now, he is officially a part of Memphis Wrestling. Marko admits he does not know who he is managing yet, but he has some people in mind. He then guests on commentary for the next match.

"Livewire" Bobby Ford beats "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx.

We hear from Gio Savage and RJW. Gio Savage introduces RJW, then tells The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte) that when it comes to muddy waters, the future is not too clear for them. All of a sudden, a man named Uncle Elroy shows up, saying he came to "watch greatness."

Big John Dalton shows up unannounced and asks for K-Toomer to come to the announce desk. K-Toomer shows up, and Big John Dalton admits he was wrong and apologizes, and hopes K-Toomer can forgive him. K-Toomer says Big John Dalton had every right to be mad and that he wanted him to feel how he felt when they lost the tag titles. He says he gets in the ring with brothers, not with friends, and if Dalton is for continuing being a team, so is he. They shake hands.

Backstage, we hear from "Cold Hearted" Colton Cage, who says that "The Gold Standard" Eli Knox has potential, but when he could not and he kicked him low in response, he lost his respect. He then says that Eli Knox now has his attention.

CJ Blaine beats Sevyn Cruz after Jay Pariah holds CJ Blaine down from the apron only for Sevyn Cruz to inadvertently kick Pariah in the face.

Backstage, "The Chosen One" Zay Washington is on the phone with Justin Case. He feels that he cannot trust "The Problem" Aaron Roberts. Roberts shows up and asks when Justin Case is coming back when the phone call ends, and Washington says it will be soon. Washington forgets the Internet Championship on his way out, but as Roberts looks at it, he comes back to collect it and snatches it out of his hands.

Dustin Starr interviews The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Jay Smooth, Kale) at the announce desk. Jimmy Blaylock never trust a promoter with "funny hair and beady eyes," which he says Dustin has both of. He goes on to make fun of The Bizness Dawgs (Tim Grind, Lil' Homie, Xya Wolfe) for their recent string of losses and states that they will not win today, as he has the best champions in Memphis Wrestling today. Blaylock then proclaims that The Hollywood Clique will win again.

The Bizness Dawgs (Tim Grind and Lil' Homie) beat The Hollywood Clique (Jay Smooth and Kale) to become the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Champions! During the match, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock hits Tim Grind with his cane as he goes to the top rope, and Xya Wolfe jumps on top of Blaylock for a sleeper hold. As the rest of The Hollywood Clique try to get Xya off of Blaylock, Lil' Homie pins Kale with a schoolkid pin to win the match at the titles. After the match, The Slaughterhouse (Reverend Ash Taylor, Jagged James, Nasty Nick) shows up and confronts The Bizness Dawgs. This leads to a brawl, and The Slaughterhouse overcomes the new tag team champions. Tim Grind gets Speared, and Lil' Homie gets laid out with a big two-man choke slam.

Backstage, Jake Brewer interviews Tim Bosby. Bosby says that Oso Suave and VaShawn Harvey are good at double-teaming people, then demands a match with both of them at the same time to further his goal of making VaShawn tap out.

We hear from The Slaughterhouse (Reverend Ash Taylor, Jagged James, Nasty Nick). Reverend Ash Taylor demands another match with The Modern Day Monsters (Bruce, Marrow, Sister Asa) as part of their goal to put down everyone.

Derrick King guests on commentary for the next match. This almost leads to a confrontation when Sycho Simon comes out for the match.

"The Gift" Ray Sanders vs. Sycho Simon in a no rules match for the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship ends in a no-contest after Simon hits Sanders with a piledriver into a metal folding chair. (The piledriver is banned in Memphis Wrestling.) After the match, Derrick King gets in the ring as security, referee David Knight, Terrence Ward, Matchmaker King cobra and even Dustin Starr check on Ray Sanders. Sycho Simon has to be held back.

Halloween Spooktacular - Memphis Wrestling recap for October 25, 2025

Vickie Guerrero shows up dressed as Cruella de Ville at the announce desk with a microphone. She says that Memphis has "the most horrible, disgusting dogs" and that it is time for her to get a new outfit, and to do that, she has hired her own dogcatchers to hunt for some dogs. The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Jay Smooth, Kale, Secret Service) shows up, and Jimmy Blaylock shows up wearing a "Dawg Catcher" hat and a biant net. He says that when The Hollywood Clique catches dogs, he neuters and spays them. He has Dustin Starr hold a carrot while cutting the carrot with a pair of scissors to prove a point. The Bizness Dawgs show up dressed as dalmatians and tells Blaylock that he has "a dawg problem" and that these old dogs can still "whoop that trick." This starts a brawl that leads into the next match, with Vickie Guerrero guesting on commentary.

We see footage of candy being handed out in the WrestleCenter parking lot.

The Bizness Dawgs (Tim Grind and Lil' Homie) beat The Hollywood Clique (Jay Smooth and Kale) in a Trick or Street Fight after Jay Smooth distracts the referee, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock catches Xya Wolfe with a net, and Vickie Guerrero goes to slap Xya only for Xya to duck, causing Vickie to slap Blaylock instead. Blaylock and Vickie argue, and Vickie slaps Blaylock again, this time on purpose.

We see footage of past Halloween Spectacular episodes.

Backstage at the WrestleCenter, Derrick King welcomes Vickie Guerrero to Memphis, then sees somebody in costume as a younger Derrick King.

We see previous winners of the Halloween costume costume, then we see the many participants of this year's contest alongside The Shocker and Wonderboy before "Main Event" Bradley, Mama Money and CJ Money show up to crash the proceedings. This leads into the Costume Chaos Battle Royal.

Sycho Simon last eliminates Marko "Hangtime" Harris to win the Costume Chaos battle royal.

We see somebody pretending to be AJ Francis, saying that he will take anyone on except for Big John Dalton due to Big John being a future Hall of Famer.

We see a video package of the events leading up to today's main event between The Slaughterhouse and Reverend Ash Taylor's Righteous Path, now known as The Modern Day Monsters.

The Modern Day Monsters (Bruce and Marrow) beat The Slaughterhouse (Jagged James and Nasty Nick) and Reverend Ash Taylor in a Slaughterhouse Rules Match after Bruce choke slams Reverend Ash Taylor into thumbtacks following the sudden appearance of Sister Asa.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for October 4, 2025

Dustin Starr interviews Mike Anthony at the announce desk to start today's show. Mike Anthony announces that today is Day 364 of his Internet Championship reign and that tomorrow will be a full year. He gives credit where credit is due and says this would not have been possible without the fans. He tells "The Chosen One" Zay Washington that if he wanted to challenge him for the Internet title, all he had to do was turn the knob on the door and walk on in. He also says he is not waiting until the main event, and that he is defending his championship right now.

We see footage from a Memphis Tigers volleyball team photo shoot.

"The Chosen One" Zay Washington beats Mike Anthony to become Memphis Wrestling Internet Champion for a second time! The match ends Mike Anthony's reign one day shy of a full year. During the match, which sees constant interference from "The Problem" Aaron Roberts and Justin Case getting ejected from ringside by senior official David Knight for pulling Knight out of the ring during a pinfall attempt, Aaron Roberts gets kicked in the groin by Mike Anthony, who then hits him with a brainbuster. Anthony hits the move, but Zay Washington hits Mike Anthony with a top rope 450 splash immediately afterwards to win the match and the title.

In the parking lot, Jake Brewer reports on The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) selling their own merchandise to Memphis Wrestling fans out of a car. Ruffshot Lamont says people are paying big bucks for their anti-Dustin Starr merchandise, and that they are doing this to pay their $10,000 fine for attacking Gio Savage - who they call a "high powered dancing coward" - levied against them by Matchmaker King Cobra, who has also suspended The L.A. Hustlers for the attack.

Makkari Kandy shows up and hands a letter intended for J. Webb to Dustin Starr.

We see footage of Nixi XS travelling the world, including Paris, France, with the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship in tow.

Dustin Starr interviews Big John Dalton at the announce desk. Big John Dalton says Memphis Wrestling has been killing it all over the back, but they are back at the WrestleCenter, and he is loving it and he is on fire. On the subject of his recent matches with Sycho Simon, K-Toomer shows up and says that Big John Dalton has not checked on him once since they lost the tag team titles and he was briefly out of action. He tells Big John Dalton that he has the ability, but not the knowledge. He also says Buff Bagwell should not have been ringside in private conversations, and says that Big John should have his head in the game. Big John Dalton takes this as K-Toomer disrespecting Buff Bagwell, and Dustin Starr reminds them that they have a tag team match next week and that they need to get it together.

Backstage, Main Event Bradley meets with Mama Money and CJ Money, and blames CJ Money on their recent tag team loss. He grounds CJ Money and confiscates his phone, his watch and his belt with help from Mama Money. He also says that he was supposed to face "The Gift" Ray Sanders next week, but now CJ Money is going to do it, and that he will be on commentary at the announce desk to ensure CJ Money gets the win.

Colton Cage retains the Memphis Wrestling Junior Heritage Championship against CJ Blaine.

We see footage from this year's Wrestling Night at AutoZone Park.

Backstage, Sycho Simon grabs a cameraman and senior official David Knight, then attacks a random person in the men's bathroom and attacks him and pins him for a three-count. He tells the championship committee that they wanted a match and that there are no rules, and that he is the master and ruler of Memphis Wrestling.

J. Webb shows up and receives the letter from Makkari Kandy at the announce desk, then walks off.

The Hollywood Clique (Jay Smooth and Kale) retain the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships against The Bizness Dawgs (Tim Grind and Lil' Homie) after "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock distracts the referee and hands Jay Smooth a cane to hit Tim Grind with prior to a double-team manuever to win and retain. After the match, Jay Smooth grabs Xya Wolfe as she checks on Tim Grind, and Lil' Homie saves Xya and sends Jay Smooth, Kale and Jimmy Blaylock into a retreat with a metal folding chair.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for August 23, 2025

The show starts with Big John Dalton welcoming back and helping Buff Bagwell into the WrestleCenter.

"The Gift" Ray Sanders beats "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx.

We see a recent interview between Dustin Starr and Buff Bagwell. Buff Bagwell is in high spirits after his recent leg amputation.

Dustin Starr interviews Buff Bagwell and Big Jon Dalton at the announce desk. Buff Bagwell says he is here to see Big Jon Dalton win the tag team titles back. He also says that he will be back in the ring one day in Memphis Wrestling, then says Big Jon has followed him since he was a child and that he would not miss this match for the world.

The Bizness Dawgs (Tim Grind and Lil' Homie) beat The O'Neal Brothers (Steven and Devin O'Neal) with a schoolkidpin from Lil' Homie to Steven O'Neal after Steven inadvertently clobbers Devin with a discus clothesline.

"Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock meets with the rest of The Hollywood Clique (Jay Smooth, Kale, Secret Service) backstage. He says that K-Toomer is out of control and tells Jay Smooth and Kale to take him out in their match.

We see footage of Carlito with the fans at the WrestleCenter.

Diana Taylor guests on commentary for the next match. She mentions that she can now see in light and is "65% okay."

Big Mama beats KJ Rockett.

Outside of the WrestleCenter, Gio Savage is on the phone when The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte) confront him for talking trash about them. Gio Savage mentions that they lost their own signature Hustle Hard Match recently, then leaves. The L.A. Hustlers take offense to this.

Nixi XS beats Makkari Kandy after Makkari is distracted by the sudden appearance of J. Webb.

The Hollywood Clique (Jay Smooth and Kale) retain the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships after Sycho Simon shows up, distracting both Big John Dalton and Buff Bagwell and allowing Kale to hit K-Toomer in the back with one of the tag team titles as the referees and security are dealing with Sycho Simon.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for July 19, 2025

Dustin Starr interviews Shark Boy at the announce desk to start today's show. Shark Boy asks the crowd if they are ready for another Shark Boy Battle Royal, then says he has brought some partners in the form of The Shocker and Wonderboy. The battle royal is an invitational, which means that anybody from anywhere can show up. Participants are eliminated when they are thrown over the top rope and both feet hit the floor. Shark Boy guests on commentary for the next match, but he eventually enters the match after the first commercial break.

Sycho Simon - now with a custom-made Heritage Championship belt - wins the Shark Boy Battle Royal after last eliminating Shark Boy, having already done the same to Wonderboy and The Shocker.

Backstage, "The Gift" Ray Sanders confronts James Ellsworth as Ellsworth goes through a bag. Ellsworth leaves, but Sanders is jumped from behind by Vashawn Harvey.

Big Mama and Raven Black beat Vybe Check (Sevyn Cruz and KJ Rockett).

Backstage, Mama Money threatens to whup CJ Money if he keeps losing. Main Event Bradley shows up and offers to help out, then hands him some money and tells him to get something to eat and return. CJ leaves, and Bradley tells Mama Money that CJ needs a male role model.

Backstage, Lil' Homie is happy with how his first big match went, and both he and Tim Grind praise Xya Wolfe for taking care of business with Reggie B. Fine by making her part of the team, complete with a Bizness Dawgs jersey.

Dustin Starr interviews The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte) at the announce desk. Ruffshot Lamonte says they have proven they are the best tag team here and had Reggie B. Fine show up to show support only to be disrespected when Xya Wolfe slapped Reggie. Notorious Bradley says they have a made a call to their "long distance" cousin, who is - strangely - James Ellsworth, to take Xya Wolfe out. After claiming that he is a first-ballot WWE Hall of Famer, Ellsworth says that since the fans are disrespecting him, he promises that he will put Xya Wolfe in the hospital.

Jake Brewer asks the fans who their favorite Memphis Wrestling superstars are.

Colton Cage beats "The Gold Standard" Eli Knox. During the match, Main Event Bradley guests on commentary to scout Colton Cage, despite claiming he is still #1 contender for the Junior Heritage Championship despite no longer being #1 contender.

It is revealed that a masked man in a black hoodie carrying a pipe has laid out K-Toomer in the parking lot. The tag team title match becomes a singles match because of this.

Jay Smooth beats Big John Dalton to make The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Jay Smooth, Secret Service) the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Champions! During the match, the masked man returns and demands Jay Smooth tag him in, which Jay Smooth does. Jay Smooth and the masked attacked make quick work of Big John Dalton, and they win the match and the tag team titles. After the match, the masked man reveals him to be Kale.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for June 7, 2025

Derrick King guests on commentary for the next match.

Colton Cage beats "Main Event" Bradley to advance to the finals of the Junior Heritage Championship Tournament. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Colton Cage at the announce desk. Colton Cage says that he is back as himself, not as "The Casanova" or "The Walking Red Flag," and that he is sick and tired of seeing men put in less effort than he has getting opportunities. Colton Cage says that he will become undeniable, cold hearted and the first Junior Heritage Champion.

Dustin Starr interviews Reverend Ash Taylor and The Slaughterhouse (Reverend Ash Taylor, "Jagged" James Dean, "Nasty" Nick James). Reverend Ash has Marrow's mask in his hand as he introduces The Slaugterhouse, then tells them "Show 'em what we do."

The Slaughterhouse (Reverend Ash Taylor, "Jagged" James Dean, "Nasty" Nick James) beat The New Guys (Jake Bosche and Scott Stanley).

It is announced that Diana Taylor is suffering from visual impairment, especially in her right eye. Her diagnosis compasses a range of side effects from mild decreased vision to complete blindness. It is hoped that Diana Taylor will be able to address the fans in the coming weeks.

Derrick King guests on commentary for the next match.

VaShawn Harvey beats The Shocker to advance to the finals of the Junior Heritage Championship Tournament after Oso gets on the apron and tries to pay The Shocker off. The Shocker punches Oso off the apron, but Vashawn hits a low blow behind the referee's back followed by a DDT for the pin and the win.

We hear from The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte). Lamont says The Bizness Dogs want to get into their business, and if they want to get in their business, then they can handle business.

The Hollywood Clique (Ray Collins and Jay Smooth) beat The O'Neal Brothers (Steven and Devin O'Neal) after "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock passes his cane to Jay Smooth, who successfully uses it as a weapon. During the match, Jimmy Blaylock tries to get involved, but he gets punched out and hit with Wazzup, and when Secret Service gets involved during this, one of them gets beaten up while the other decides that discretion is the better part of valor and walks back down the ring steps.

We hear from Justin Case, who says that "The Chosen One" Zay Washington - who is pacing behind him - will prove he is the best of the best, not Scorpio Sky. Meanwhile, "The Problem" Aaron Roberts is beating someone up, and warns Marko "Hangtime" Harris not to mention Roberts or else he will get beat up, too.

Scorpio Sky beats "The Chosen One" Washington after Marko "Hangtime" Harris shows up and attacks Aaron Roberts as Roberts attacks Scorpio Sky.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for March 8, 2025

Dustin Starr interviews Big John Dalton at the announce desk. He says it has been a wild ride for him in Memphis Wrestling, but he has to know if he can beat K-Toomer. K-Toomer shows up, and Big John Dalton says he knows he can beat him, but there is only one way to find out. K-Toomer tells Big John not to step up to a fight with doubt in his mind, and to make sure this is what he wants, as this will be a life lesson. Suddenly, The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Ray Collins, Jay Smooth, Secret Service) shows up, and Jimmy Blaylock says he is so happy because Van Viciouss is gone and he is Manager of the Year three years straight. He says fat people suck and that K-Toomer and Big John are the fattest in Memphis Wrestling. K-Toomer says Blaylock looks like he has sleep apnea, then wants to see if Big John Dalton can earn his respect and throw down in a tag team match. Big John accepts, and Blaylock says "I'm not scared of you" at K-Toomer while still calling him fat.

Marko Harris beats Tim Bosby follow a series of pinfall attempts. After the match, Marko Harris wants to shake Bosby's hand, but Tim Bosby, slighted at how the match ended and feeling that he kicked out at two (to which the crowd agrees, as does Dustin Starr after the commercial break), walks away.

We hear from Big Nasty Phil, who admits that he did not expect "Main Event" Bradley to turn on him after the last two years after all they have done and blame him for everything. He says Bradley was getting pinned 95% of the time and that next week, it will be a Skimahorn family reunion, and he will pull the belt off and beat Bradley within an inch of his life.

The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte) retain the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships against The O'Neal Brothers (Steven and Devin O'Neal). After the match, Matchmaker King Cobra shows up and says The L.A. Hustlers would go down in history and that he has the perfect match for them after talking with Matt Hardy: Memphis Wrestling's first-ever ladder match for the tag team titles.

Backstage, "Lil' Homie" Lance meets with Tim Grind and says The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte) should not get away with what they did to Flex. Tim Grind says The L.A. Hustlers will get what they deserve and to stay the course, then Xya Wolf shows up and thanks them for the help at SuperBout. Tim Grind says he sees her potential and that he and Lance will have her back in the future.

We hear from "The Problem" Aaron Roberts, who says that the WWE ID program is running the world, and while superstars are making a name for themselves, he tells everyone not to forget about him after how he made an impact at the WWN Supershow. He invites all comers to Memphis so he can prove he is the baddest man on both sides of the Mississippi.

Before the next match, Nixi XS shows up with a Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship belt (which is bigger than Diana's) decorated with pink trim.

Diana Taylor retains the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship against Nixi XS by disqualification after Nixi hits Diana in the head with her own bedazzled version of the Women's Championship.

CJ Blaine meets with CJ Money. CJ Blaine tells CJ Money that he is a full grown man and not a mama's boy when CJ Money says that he loves his mother he has to do what his mother tells him, then CJ Money has to hide CJ Blaine when Mama Money suddenly shows up. Mama Money chews CJ Money out for squandering influences and running off, and tells him that either the bad influences stop or he will make him go get a switch.

We see members-only footage of Derrick King's standing ovation after his final match.

We hear from Sycho Simon, who brags about beating Derrick King and then says that if he has to take the house down brick by brick and board by board, he will do it. He calls out of the rest of the locker room, and says it is about time to set Memphis on fire.

K-Toomer and Big John Dalton beat The Hollywood Clique (Ray Collins and Jay Smooth) after a hooded Van Viciouss stops "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock from using a folding chair as a weapon, hitting Jay Smooth with the chair and chasing Blaylock out of the WrestleCenter. K-Toomer and Big John Dalton shake hands after the match to end the show.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for January 4, 2025

Dustin Starr interviews The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Ray Collins, Jay Smooth, Secret Service) at the announce desk. Jimmy Blaylock addresses being taunted with Twinkies by the fans by saying he has never had a Twinkie in his life, then says there have been a lot of tag teams in the past that have made it big and that he will have the best tag team in professional wrestling. He says that his team will take on anybody, including The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont), and that he wants the tag team titles right now.

The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) retain the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships against The Hollywood Clique (Ray Collins and Jay Smooth) after they whip Ray Collins and Jay Smooth into each other. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews The L.A. Hustlers at the announce desk. Lamont tells Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex) to look who is still on the streets and who is now standing on the sidewalks, and Bradley says that the streets have love for on one and demands that Dustin Starr declare that they are "his boys."

We hear from The O'Neal Brothers (Devin and Steven O'Neal), who say that they have the longest win streak in Memphis Wrestling and plant to ride that wave into 2025. They say that "O'Neals rule" is a statement and that they prove why they do just that.

It is revealed that a limo has pulled up to the WrestleCenter. AJ Francis steps out of the limo, and re-introduces himself as "The King of Memphis," stating that he is back to win the Grind City Rumble, as it is time that he got more championship gold.

We see footage of Coach Pillar running for St. Jude.

Dustin Starr interviews AJ Francis at the announce desk. AJ Francis says that Memphis is a backwater town that he hates to go to because the fans hate him, then shows off his T-shirt, which makes fun of Joe Hendry, and says he is back to win the Grind City Rumble. He not only declares that he will enter the Rumble, but that he will win the Rumble and make sure Joe Hendry does not win it, as he deserves none of his accolades and has ridden coattails from beginning to end. He mocks the fans again, then says that like death and taxes, he is undeniable. As for the other participants in the Grind City Rumble, he is going to win the Rumble no matter who is in it before mocking the fans even more. He then addresses the "You suck" chants by proclaiming that the only thing that sucks in Memphis is the Memphis Grizzlies.

CJ Money is brought in by his mother, who demands that CJ Money be given more respect in Memphis Wrestling, and says she is not moving until she speaks to who is in charge. CJ Money is completely embarrassed.

We see footage of Big Dan asking the fans who will win the Grind City Rumble.

Gio Savage beats "The Walking Red Flag" Colton Cage after Colton Cage takes too long on the top rope.

Dustin Starr interviews Barnabas the Ringmaster at the announce desk. Barnabas says he has been away for a long time because he did not think anybody wanted him here, and he thought The Twins of Salem would be better off without him. He realized he was wrong and that he has failed The Twins. He blames Reverend Ash Taylor for The Righteous Path (Ash Taylor, Brother Bruce, Marrow, Sister Asa) getting into his head, and The Righteous Path soon shows up. After the commercial break, Reverend Ash Taylor calls Barnabas a cockroach, and when he tells the fans to shut up, Barnabas goes off on them. Taylor calls the fans freaks and says that his words are as empty as his future. He tells Barnabas that he will follow The Righteous Path or he will be buried six feet other. Barnabas says he has had enough of Ash Taylor and calls him a chicken. Brother Bruce sneaks up on Barnabas and grabs him from behind, and while Bruce fights back despite not being a wrestler, the numbers game takes over, and Reverend Ash Taylor hits Barnabas in the stomach with his red shinai. Ash Taylor then hooks Barnabas with the shinai with a Russian leg sweep, then The Righteous Path leaves.

We hear from Sycho Simon, who says that Ray Ray Sanders wants to run in like a knight in shining armor and save the day, then says that if he really was his friend, he would have been there at the retirement ceremony. He says Ray Ray Sanders is no friend of Derrick and just wants to be like him, and for that, he will put him through a table and into the back of a hearse.

Diana Taylor beats C-Rex, Nixi XS, Makkari Kandy, Xya Wolfe and Erica Torres in a Championship Scramble to win the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship for a second time after everyone piles onto C-Rex for a pinfall attempt after Diana Taylor hits C-Rex with the DDT.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for June 1, 2024

The stranger in the fur coat with the walking stick has made it to the WrestleCenter.

Dustin Starr interviews K-Toomer at the announce desk. K-Toomer says that he carries the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship with pride as he has went through so much to get it and that he will not duck anybody, then Barnabas The Ringmaster shows up. Barnabas tells K-Toomer that he will not get rid of him and The Circuz (Barnabas, Maurice The Strong, Jacksyn Crowley, Abel Booker) that easily, and that for everything he has done to them, it will never be over until he says it is, and that the time of "K-Toomer's lie" is about to come to an abrupt end. Barnabas says K-Toomer's eternal damnation is about to begin before he introduces The Circuz's newest member: The man in the fur coat with the walking stick, whom Barnabas calls "The Eternal One" and the "Red Leg of Death." The man then comes out of his fur coat and reveals himself to a hirsute, unkempt wild man who Barnabas calls Herzog. Herzog and K-Toomer brawl, and when Barnabas distracts K-Toomer, Herzog hits K-Toomer with a chair.

Dustin Starr interviews Brooklyn Brawler, who shows up with J. Webb, at the announce desk. The Brooklyn Brawler says he is here for one reason and one reason only: to see a Memphis brawl. He says that where he comes from, people break arms and legs and that wrestling moves don't matter, and that he wants to see a brawl today.

"Main Event" Brad Skimahorn beats J. Webb in a Memphis Brawl. During the match, Bradley and Big Nasty Phil try to put J. Webb in a straitjacket, and after The Brooklyn Brawler puts a stop to that and takes out Phil, Bradley hits J. Webb with a foreign object and hides the evidence to get the win.

The L.A. Hustlers (Notorius Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) as well as the team of Derrick King and Ray Ray Sanders are seen outside of the WrestleCenter, ready for their Hustle Hard Match.

The L.A. Hustlers (Notorius Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) beat Derrick King and Ray Ray Sanders in a Hustle Hard Match after Bradley pins Derrick King by putting a chair on top of him and sitting on it while choking Derrick with the chair.

It is revealed that "Righteous" Ryan Rembrandt and Brother Bruce have been attacked backstage, and that "The GunShow" Brett Michaels has laid them both out.

We see footage of Buff Bagwell with Big John Dalton. Buff tells Big John that next week will be the biggest match of his career and that he will teach him the Buff Blockbuster, then finds out that Big John's new partner is here.

King Cobra and Michael beat The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock and Van Viciouss) to keep their respective jobs of Matchmaker and Assistant Matchmaker for Memphis Wrestling.

We hear from Tim Bosby, who says that he will win the Internet Championship for the third time, and that he will Bos-Plex Aaron Roberts, take his title and prove he is nothing more than an egg sucking dog. We then find out he is squatting with a whole person on his shoulders.

We also hear from "The Problem Child" Aaron Roberts and Justin Case. Roberts says he has beaten Tim Bosby twice for the Internet title and that he will beat him for a third time.

Before the next match, an angry Reverend Ash Taylor tells Brett Michaels every opportunity to join The Righteous Path only to be insulted and disrespected at every turn, and now Marrow will splatter him all over the WrestleCenter and hurt him in every way imaginable.

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels beats Marrow despite Reverend Ash Taylor's interference when Ash Taylor holds Brett Michaels down for a big boot only for Brett to dodge it and Marrow to kick Ash Taylor in the face again. Brett then hits the GunShow Lariat for the win.

Rumble on the Trail - The Results

Note: The videos here are listed in upload order and are not indicative of the order of the matches.

Matt Williams beats Big John Dalton as Big John Dalton suplexes Matt Williams back into the ring only for Storybook Prince Gaston to pull Big John's legs out from under him as the referee is paying more attention to Matt Williams.

Derrick King and Ray Ray Sanders retain the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships against The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont).

Before the next match, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock demands respect, then says that he has prostate problems and hemmorhoids and cannot wrestle before having his Secret Service agent (named Secret Service here) take his place.

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels and Coach Pillar beat The Hollywood Clique (Van Viciouss and Secret Service). After the match, Brett Michaels hits the GunShow Lariat on Secret Service before celebrating with the Pontotoc Run Club in the ring.

Before the next match, Reverend Ash Taylor states that when he wins the Rumble On The Trail Match, the money raised for St. Jude Children's Hospital will go to his cause in The Righteous Path. To the surprise of nobody, he is the first person eliminated after multiple wrestlers beat him up.

Big John Dalton last eliminates Matt Williams (who has just inadvertently eliminated Storybook Prince Gaston) to win the 20-man over-the-top-rope Rumble On The Trail Match.

Before the next match, "The Best of the Best" Austin Lane declares in writing that his match with Tim Bosby is a non-title match.

Tim Bosby beats "The Best of the Best" Austin Lane. During the match, "Smokin' Hot" Nikki Lane distracts the referee so that Austin can hit Bosby with a low blow and a belt shot to the head, but Bosby kicks out. Austin goes for another belt shot to the head, but Bosby ducks and Austin nearly inadvertently hits Nikki. Bosby is then able to hit the ripcord lariat for the win.

Spring Break, Part Two - Memphis Wrestling recap for April 15, 2023

Dustin Starr interviews "The Problem Child" Aaron Roberts and Justin Case at the announce desk. Justin says their spring break is a little different, as they like to break jaws, legs, arms and backs. He then demands someone they can do that to, as problems with Aaron Roberts are settled in the ring.

"The Problem Child" Aaron Roberts quickly beats "Remarkable" Ryan Rembrandt. After the match, Roberts demands the biggest and the baddest and tells Dustin Starr to send him that or send him something, for he is not done. After the commercial break, Mike Anthony - who has not been seen since losing the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship on Milestone 100 - answers Aaron Roberts' challenge.

Mike Anthony quickly beats "The Problem Child" Aaron Roberts.

We hear from Ellsworth Enterprises (Storybook Prince Gaston and Matt Williams). Matt says he has a permanent smile on his face and that their perfect plan is going to happen, and Matt has Gaston call James Ellsworth to tell him the plan is happening today and that it is "golden."

We hear from Derrick King, who says that Ray Ray Sanders will get better and that they will win the tag team titles and get rid of The Posse (Simon and Mr. Chris) for good.

Dustin Starr interviews "The Best of the Best" Austin Lane at the announce desk. Austin Lane talks about how Jerry Lynn got him on the path to being the best of the best, then gives credit where credit is due to Tim Bosby for beating him twice in a row. He then says that it is time to get back to the "Best of the Best Challenge" and prove he is the best of the best in the world and that he is "that guy."

"The Best of the Best" Austin Lane beats Kenway with a guillotine choke. After the match, it takes a while for Austin Lane to relinquish the hold, and he seems conflicted afterwards.

Uncle Mikey and "Casanova" Colton Cage beat The Hollywood Clique (Van Viciouss and Jason Vain) in a tag team grudge match. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Colton cage and Uncle Mikey. Uncle Mikey says "We did it, Colton!" On the subject of his mustache being shaved off, he taught Brad Skimahorn everything he knows but not everything Mikey knows, and if "Main Event Bradley" wants to take it to the next level, then he will have to deal with "Memphis Michael" and Michael is not having it. He then says Brad is man enough to step in the ring with him for a hair vs. hair match. Colton Cage says The Hollywood Clique have done nothing but run from him, then challenges Van Viciouss to a one-on-one match and says that if he wins one more time, he gets "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock in the ring.

Before the next match, Big John Dalton finally warns Mackenzie Morgan about Cassandra Golden, but Mackenzie does not believe him.

"The Goddess of the Night" Nyxx beats Cassandra Golden, Mackenzie Morgan and "Dirty" Diana Taylor in a four-way match to become the Memphis Wrestling Women's Champion! During the match, Ellsworth Enterprises shows up and throw a chair in the ring, and demand Cassandra Golden hit Mackenzie Morgan with it. Cassandra raises the chair, but drops it and helps Mackenzie up before threatening to fight Ellsworth Enterprises along with Mackenzie. Unbeknownst to them, Nyxx grabs the chair and hits Mackenzie first before hitting Cassandra, and pins Cassandra to win the women's title before celebrating with Ellsworth Enterprises.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for April 1, 2023

The show begins with K-Toomer making his way to the ring through the crowd, with an escort by Big Dan, and Dustin Starr interviews K-Toomer at the announce desk. K-Toomer says opportunities do not come too often and that he should be standing here the Heritage Champion, but someone wanted to make a name at his expense. When he hears that "The GunShow" Brett Michaels and Maurice The Strong is the main event, K-Toomer says the real event is when he shows up and raises hell, because The Circuz (Barnabas the Leader and Maurice the Strong) have no idea what they have done.

Dustin Starr interviews The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Van Viciouss, Jason Vain, ake and Elwood) at the announce desk. "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock says that Diana Taylor has been avoiding him like the plague and has not been returning his calls, and wants her to call him. He also brags about getting rid of "Casanova" Colton Cage was the best thing to happen to the Clique. Van Viciouss says he stayed true to his word and got rid of Colton Cage, and that Colton Cage will never show his face in Memphis Wrestling again. Viciouss then demands an opponent.

In footage from earlier today, "Big Trouble" Ben Bishop intimidates a few people at the WrestleCenter, including one person who shakes his hand when he asks people to shake his hand.

The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) beat The Hollywood Clique (Van Viciouss and Jason Vain) after "Casanova" Colton Cage shows up with a chair, distracting the Clique and allowing Bradley to hit a big boot for the win. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Colton Cage, who says that everyone has seen the saga unfold and that a year ago, "Hollywood" Jimmy Clique promised him everything but proved he was nothing more than a con artist. He says that he and Van Viciouss were supposed to be co-stars, yet he was always the stunt double despite doing what he was supposed to, and that he was there so that Van Viciouss could get everything. When that did not happen, Blaylock snapped on him, and he had to leave the Clique. He also says that the five-on-one beatdown given to him by The Hollywood Clique is not the end of the story, and that the real final scene will be the end of Jimmy Blaylock.

Dustin Starr interviews Coliseum Coalition co-founder Marvin Stockwell, who says that Mayor Jim Strickland wants to tear down the Mid-South Coliseum and replace it with a soccer stadium, and while 901 FC is loved by the fans, the Coalition would like the stadium to be built somewhere else. Reverend Ash Taylor shows up with Jennifer Justice (dressed as a nun) and Bulletproof Bruce, and says the Mid-South Coliseum will be replaced with "a righteous refuge," as Memphis needs a chance to play, not a ruin of idols. He then says that they will destroy the Coliseum, starting with Marvin Stockwell, then "Big Swole" Justin Cole shows up. He says Memphis is a mecca for wrestling and that Mid-South Coliseum is "the Carnegie Hall," then says that if Ash Taylor wants to take Stockwell out, he will have to go through him. Reverend Ash Taylor says they will fight Big Swole on their time, then he and his congregation leave.

Action Jackson beats "Remarkable" Ryan Rembrandt.

We hear from Derrick King and Alan Steel, who talk about Ray Ray Sanders getting hurt in last week's street fight and how professional wrestling is not ballet. There is no time table on Ray Ray Sanders' return, but Steel says Ray Ray has a lot of fight. Derrick King says that when Ray Ray Sanders comes back, he will be coming for vengeance. We then see footage from after the match where Ray Ray Sanders is helped to the back.

Backstage, Big John Dalton meets with Mackenzie Mitchell and tells her to be careful and watch her back, as Matt Williams and Storybook Prince Gaston have a nasty plan for her.

Cassandra Golden retains the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship against Mackenzie Morgan when she manages to get her foot on the rope and Mackenzie Morgan argues with the referee over the rope break.

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels vs. Maurice the Strong ends before it can begin when K-Toomer shows up to raise hell as promised. Brett Michaels steps aside and sends the referee away so that K-Toomer and Maurice can brawl, and despite a brief distraction from Barnabas the Leader, K-Toomer comes out on top.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for February 4, 2023

Dustin Starr interviews "The GunShow" Brett Michaels at the announce desk. Brett says he told Mike Anthony that he was done and that the Heritage Championship will stay around his waist. Suddenly, K-Toomer shows up. K-Toomer says that the Heritage Championship is what it is all about and that 2023 would be his year, then commends Brett Michaels on winning the title. He says that it will not be personal, but it will be all business in the ring. Suddenly, The Hollywood Clique shows up. Brett Michaels gets a "You suck!" chant going as "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock blames "Casanova" Colton Cage for not taking care of K-Toomer and tells him he should be more like Van Viciouss. He also says that Brett Michaels has big muscles and "a little pea brain," then challenges Brett and K-Toomer to a match against Van Viciouss and Colton Cage. K-Toomer accepts, and tells Van Viciouss he will kick his head off.

King Cobra shows up with the Cobra Cup and guests on commentary for the next match.

Jason Vain - formerly Adamas Vain - beats Kid Wrestling to advance in the Cobra Cup Tournament.

Backstage, James Ellsworth is making out an autograph for RynoJB when Matt Williams shows up and asks Ellsworth what he is doing. Storybook Prince Gaston shows up as Ellsworth tells Matt Williams that he is here because he did not get the job done, and says that the three of them will take care of things and to "stick to the plan."

Dustin Starr interviews Reverend Ash Taylor at the announce desk. Ash Taylor says he understands there is some animosity between himself and the fans, but he forgives them and he has prayed hard on the righteous path that has given him the path that he needs, as the fans are sheep who have went astray. He says that the fans need a firmer hand, and introduces "The Righteous Right Hand" Brother Red, a red-haired man in a white tanktop and brown overalls whom Ash Taylor considers his most devoted follower. Reverend Ash Taylor says that Brother Red will bring the fans back onto the righteous path before the two of them head to the ring.

Brother Red beats Gio Savage to advance in the Cobra Cup Tournament in his debut match following the distraction by Reverend Ash Taylor.

Backstage, Derrick King talks with King Cobra regarding what is going on with him as of late. King Cobra says the crown does not make Derrick King a king, and says there is a lot of talent and possibility in Derrick and Ray Ray Sanders and that they could win titles if they get on the same page.

Dustin Starr interviews James Ellsworth at the announce desk. James says he did not see anyone who looks like a woman in the women's division or in the crowd, then asks if he looks like a liar when the attack on Mackenzie Morgan is brought up. Suddenly, Mackenzie Morgan shows up. James says this is his interview time, then tells Mackenzie to make him a sandwich and come back when he tells him to. Mackenzie then says he recognizes the smell of James Ellsworth and says it was him who attacked her. James vehemently denies it and says he will call his lawyer and sue her, but Mackenzie says she knows it was him. As she rears back her first, she is grabbed by Matt Williams and Storybook Prince Gaston and taken into the ring. James then admits it was him and that he will finish the job, but he, Gaston and Matt Williams are chased out by Cassandra Golden and Nyxx.

We hear from "All Heart" Blake Christian, who says that he is coming home and to Memphis Wrestling. He then says he has been disappointed with "Problem Child" Aaron Roberts' actions as of late and that he wants to talk with him.

"The Best of the Best" Austin Lane guests on commentary for the next match.

Tim Bosby retains the Memphis Wrestling Internet Championship against Big Jack following the distraction by Bulletproof Bruce. After the match, Austin Lane wants to shake Tim Bosby's hand, but Bosby brushes up against him with his shoulder on the way to the back.

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels and K-Toomer beat The Hollywood Clique (Van Viciouss and "Casanova" Colton Cage) after Colton Cage walks off on Van Viciouss.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for December 31, 2022

Dustin Starr interviews Big John Dalton and "The GunShow" Brett Michaels at the announce desk. Dalton says that for two weeks, he has had to sit with his father as his father was hurting. He then issues a challenge to Mike Anthony to a no count-out, no disqualification match. Dustin Starr and Brett Michaels both show concern, and Brett says from experience that Mike Anthony is on another level. Dalton insists on doing this, and says it will be him and Mike Anthony as soon as the bell rings. Brett Michaels says he will watch Big John Dalton's back from a distance, then says that regardless of whoever wins, Mike Anthony will have to watch his back, for he is coming for him.

Derrick King and Ray Ray Sanders beat The Hollywood Clique (Van Viciouss and "Casanova" Colton Cage) to become #1 contenders for the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships after Colton Cage inadvertently punches out Van Viciouss with a punch meant for Derrick King after Derrick King ducks it, allowing Derrick King to hit the superkick for the win.

Dustin Starr interviews Martin and Jennifer Justice at the announce desk. Martin says he and Jennifer Justice have noticed that some people need some attitude adjustments, and from now on, they will be known as "The Re-Adjustments." He also says they are the best intergender tag team in Memphis Wrestling. Martin then calls out The Golden Savages (Cassandra Golden and Gio Savage), who show up. Martin challenges The Golden Savages to a mixed tag match, and Cassandra Golden says she and Gio never back down from a challenge. Martin then adds a stipulation, and demands Cassandra Golden defend the Memphis Women's Championship. Cassandra accepts.

The Golden Savages (Cassandra Golden and Gio Savage) beat Martin and Jennifer Justice in a mixed tag match. Cassandra Golden retains the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship.

Dustin Starr interviews Mike Anthony at the announce desk. Mike Anthony says that he is 2022 and that he is 2023, then refuses to call Big John Dalton "big" because the word "big" has been thrown around way too much, especially when he put down Big Jack. Mike Anthony then brags about Dalton's father's blood being on his hand, then tells Dalton that he just signed his own death certificate before telling him that he accepts his challenge.

"Remarkable" Ryan Rembrandt beats Action Jackson. During the match, Rembrandt brings a chair into the ring, but the referee takes it away. As the referee removes the chair from the ring, Rembrandt hits Jackson with a low blow.

Backstage, "Coach" Justin Klein meets with Ray Collins. Klein says Collins has some natural talent, but not wins, and says he can offer him clout and confidence before giving him an offer to join The Hot Shots. Ray Collins asks what is in it for him, then Klein offers him a ride in a Hummer and not in Collins' Nissan Versa.

King Cobra guests on commentary for the next match.

Mike Anthony retains the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship against Big John Dalton in a no count-out, no disqualification match after putting Big John Dalton through a table. After the match, "The GunShow" Brett Michaels runs into the ring and checks on Big John Dalton alongside the referee.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for November 19, 2022

Pete Pranica guests on commentary this week.

The Nightmare Posse (Mike Anthony, Simon, Mr. Chris) The Hot Shots (Coach Justin Klein, Ethan Ross, Brandon Savage) to advance in the Memphis Trios Tournament. After the commercial break, Dustin Starr interviews The Nightmare Posse. Simon says The Posse have found Mike Anthony, and Mike Anthony says he won the first tournament and that he will win the second. He then says that while he is Memphis Heritage Champion, his hunt is for Brett Michaels, and he will take on him and anyone dumb enough to take him on.

We hear from Zay Washington, who chalks up Aaron Roberts turning on him to nothing but jealousy, then says jealousy is an ugly disease and that Roberts will find that out next week.

"The True American" Trace Lee Hunt beats Jason Genesis with the Sharpshooter. after Maddie the American Baddie stops Goddess from grabbing Genesis' hands and putting her in the Sharpshooter as Trace Lee Hunt does the same to Jason Genesis.

Tim Bosby beats Adam Priest. After the match, Tim Bosby refuses to shake Adam Priest's hand.

We hear from The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, "Casasnova" Colton Cage, Van Vicious, Diana Taylor). Jimmy Blaylock says he cannot wait for the trios tournament, because he has the best and they will demolish anyone in their way. We then hear from Team WrestleCenter (Derrick King, Mackenzie Morgan, Ray Ray Sanders). Mackenzie Morgan says she is ready for Diana Taylor, and Ray Ray Sanders says he is tired of what The Hollywood Clique has been doing to him.

Team WrestleCenter (Derrick King, Mackenzie Morgan, Ray Ray Sanders) beat The Hollywood Clique ("Casasnova" Colton Cage, Van Vicious, Diana Taylor) to advance in the Memphis Trios Tournament.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for August 27, 2022

Maria Starr returns to commentary for the first time in weeks.

Dustin Starr interviews Memphis Muscle ("The GunShow" Brett Michaels and "Big Swole" Justin Cole) at the announce desk. Brett Michaels says it felt pretty good to put someone through a table for a change, and Justin Cole says he was sick and tired of being sick and tired and was glad to help Brett out. Justin Cole then asks Brett Michaels to help him out one more time, as he wants a match with The Posse for the Memphis Tag Team Championships. Suddenly, The Posse (Simon and Mr. Chris) shows up. Simon says that if Memphis Muscle puts their hands on them, it will be the last thing they ever do, but Brett Michaels asks The Posse what they can do to him that hasn't been done to him already. Security and officials have to separate both teams.

We hear from Zay Washington, who calls Aaron Roberts out for stabbing him in the back after he won the Internet title and for not returning any texts or calls. He says that winning the title is cool, but it was cooler with Aaron Roberts at his side. Washington then says he will get answers when he sees Roberts again.

Matt Williams guests on commentary for the next match.

Austin Lane, "The True American" Trace Lee Hunt and Gio Savage beats The Hollywood Clique (Van Viciouss, "Casanova" Colton Cage, Derrick King) with a schoolkid pin from Austin Lane to Van Viciouss when "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock tosses his cane to Derrick King, who then tosses it back to Blaylock when the referee sees it. After Derrick King says he did what he asked and that Van Viciouss lost again, Blaylock mentions the fan that attacked him last week, saying she had "obesity" disease, then we find out that the two bodyguards for the Clique are named Jake and Elwood (an obvious Blues Brothers reference). Blaylock pays Elwood for saving him last week, then Dustin Starr announces that, as per the Championship Committee, Ray Sanders is no longer a referee for The Hollywood Clique. Dustin Starr then gives Diana Taylor an ultimatum: relinquish the Memphis Women's title, or defend it in two weeks against Cassandra Golden and Nyxx. Blaylock says she will defend it, then says he is mad and that things will change around here.

K-Toomer shows up unexpectedly and says the fans have no idea what exactly is going to happen today, then says he will beat "the sugar honey iced tea" out of Big Kon, then says that they will fight and that they might as well go right now. Big Kon suddenly attacks K-Toomer from behind. A security guard gets involved only to be punched out by both men, and more security and some officials try their best to break up the brawl.

Jason Genesis beats Bobby Ford following the distractions and interference by his valet Goddess.

We hear from King Cobra, who says that things are getting really wild in Memphis Wrestling, then dares Mark Anthony to pick on somebody his own size after running roughshod over the trainees. He then says that Money Mark got what was coming to him, and says that there are a lot of similarities between the past and the present in that one never knows what is coming and one never knows who is next.

Dustin Starr interviews Mike Anthony at the announce desk. Anthony says he is his own man and that Pay Up (Big Jack and Bruce) had a job to do and did not get it done, and after Dustin Starr says that Anthony could not get it done like they did, Anthony says Starr's day and the fans' day is coming. He then says he wants a refund and that Pay Up owes him money after failing to take out "The GunShow" Brett Michaels, and Pay Up and Money Mark show up. Mike Anthony tells Pay Up and Money Mark had one job, but Brett Michaels is still walking, breathing and coming after the Memphis Heritage Championship. Money Mark tells Mike Anthony says he has plenty of money and that they can get plenty of things done, but Mike Anthony simply says "You're fired" and demands his money back, as he will deal with Brett Michaels himself. He also says that if they won't give him the money, he will make it back himself because he is the highest paid. Money Mark tells Mike Anthony he will have to go through Big Jack if he wants his money back.

Before the next match, it is reported that Big Kon and K-Toomer are brawling in the VIP area and are now brawling their way to the ring.

K-Toomer beats Big Kon. During the match, Big Kon puts K-Toomer's head through a chair. He almost hits K-Toomer in the head with a sledgehammer when the referee takes the sledgehammer away and K-Toomer gets his head out of the chair before tossing the chair to Big Kon and hitting him with a Gore for the win.