Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for June 13, 2026

"Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock shows up at the WrestleCenter, and with him is Big Vito LoGrasso. Blaylock says he has the paperwork, then Big Vito says that he came a long way to do business and threatens to throw Blaylock in a dumpster if he screws him. Blaylock says he has the most trusted people in Memphis with him, but Big Vito warns Blaylock that it is the most trusted people that he needs to watch out for.

K-Toomer retains the Big Mane Fight Championship against Atua the Samoan Brute.

We hear from Marko "Hangtime" Harris, who says that he will face VaShawn Harvey for the Internet Championship in Jackson, Tennessee, take the title back, and come for Marko Stunt back in Memphis.

Dustin Starr interviews The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Jay Smooth, Kale, Secret Service) and Big Vito LoGrasso at the announce desk. Big Vito tells the fans to wipe the smiles off their faces, for he is the protector of the investment for The Hollywood Clique, then says the fans are disrespectful and tells them to boo louder before threatening to beat the fans up if he has to. He then tells The Hollywood Clique not to acknowledge the fans, as even telling them to shut up is too good, then Jimmy Blaylock demands that Derrick King, "The Gift" Ray Sanders and Matchmaker King Cobra come to the desk. Derrick, Sanders, and Cobra show up, and Blaylock says there will be a ladder match between The Hollywood Clique and the team of Derrick, Sanders and King Cobra in a ladder match where the winners take control of Memphis Wrestling. After Blaylock says that he will be looking forward to fire the three of them when his team wins, Cobra says they are not going anywhere and they will not leave until they are ready to leave. Cobra accepts the challenge, and Derrick guarantees he will get rid of The Hollywood Clique. Cobra accepts the challenge, and Derrick guarantees he will get rid of The Hollywood Clique. Security has to step in as Big Vito says that they might as well do it right now. Cobra says he does not wrestle anymore, but his team does have a third person in mind.

Backstage, Ruffshot Lamonte is in the bathroom when he hears some weird laughter. It ends up being the laughter of Marrow, and he almost thinks he sees Marrow behind him as he washes his hands.

Dustin Starr interviews Kevin and Gavin White at the announce desk. Kevin says he was one of the baddest over twenty years ago and still is, and when he lost Brian Christopher, he promised to put family and friends first. Kevin asks The Bizzness Dawgs (Tim Grind and Lil' Homie) to come to the ring, and they do. Tim Grind says there might have been a misunderstanding, but Lil Homie does not believe that. Tim Grind says he and Kevin go way back, but they were always opponents and never friends. Kevin says he is glad Tim Grind said that, as he knows where he stands, and he is in 100% agreement. He then challenges The Bizness Dawgs to a father-son tag team match for the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships at Jackson, Tennessee on June 19th. Grind questions if Gavin has even had a match yet, then says Kevin is nothing more than a rich little white boy with a silver spoon in his mouth, and grabs Gavin by the throat. Gavin throws a punch, starting a brawl security has to stop.

Backstage, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock shows Big Vito LoGrasso the Cobra Cup, then shows his distaste for King Cobra. Big Vito says Cobra is an old dog who has paid his dues, then says it is time for a new regime, and Blaylock says they should rename the cup "The Hollywood Cup." Big Vito agrees, and says they should make some changes for the fans. Blaylock makes the newly christened Hollywood Cup the focus of the main event.

Backstage, we hear from Tim Bosby, who mentions the bounty he has put on Mike Anthony's head and how nobody has been able to take Mike Anthony out. He says he saved himself $10,000 by snapping Mike Anthony Anthony's ankle, then says Anthony should be in a psych ward for thinking he can take him on. He then wishes Mike Anthony good luck on his one ankle when he challenges him.

Bobbi Thunder beats "Sweet" Judy Lee.

Backstage, Matchmaker King Cobra tells Derrick King and "The Gift" Ray Sanders that they need a third person. Sanders and Derrick are stuck wondering who will even team with them. Cobra tells them to come up with some names, or they are all out of Memphis Wrestling.

Dustin Starr interviews Diana Taylor at the announce desk. Diana Taylor mentions that Raven Black is running roughshod in Memphis Wrestling, then says she is a fighting champion and a three-time Women's Champion for a reason. Raven Black shows up and punches Diana, starting a brawl. Raven Black then pulls out a battle, but Xya shows up with a crutch before Raven Black can hit Diana. Raven walks away, and Diana says that Raven wants a fight, she has it.

We hear from "The Gold Standard" Eli Knox and Moses. Eli Knox says that if Colton Cage will put the Junior Heritage Championship back on the line, he and Moses will be in Jackson, Tennessee on June 19th.

Big Vito LoGrasso guests on commentary for the next match.

We see footage of the nurse from the past few weeks working at the hospital. The only person in the waiting room is J. Webb.

Jay Smooth last eliminates "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx and Kale to win the Hollywood Scramble Match and win the Hollywood Cup. During the match, J. Webb returns along with Nurse IV, who has been teased in the last couple of weeks.

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Dustin Starr interviews Mike Anthony at the announce desk to start today's show. Mike Anthony respectfully asks for - and gets - the microphone, then addresses the bounty on his head placed by Tim Bosby and says that he will not only double the bounty himself, but he wants anybody and everybody in the business to come after him. He says that people want to see him in this company or that, but he is exactly where he is where he wants to be - in professional wrestling - and dares any and all comers to step up so he can step on them. Suddenly, Sevyn Cruz tries to attack Mike Anthony from behind. Mike Anthony makes light work of him, but Jae Pariah jumps in and also attacks Mike Anthony from behind. This leads to a two-on-one handicap match.

Mike Anthony beats The Vybe Check (Sevyn Cruz and Jae Pariah) in a two-on-one handicap match with two double Genetic Dreams followed by a double brainbuster. During the match, Tim Bosby guests on commentary. After the match, Tim Bosby gets in the ring and tries to hit Mike Anthony with the Heritage Championship, but when Mike Anthony ducks and gets him up for a brainbuster, Bosby blocks it and hits a low blow. Bosby then puts Mike Anthony in an ankle lock, and referees and security up just before Bosby lets go of the hold.

Backstage, "The Gift" Ray Sanders, Derrick King and Matchmaker King Cobra agree something needs to be done with "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock. King Cobra says he can handle this himself, but Ray Sanders and Derrick King want to back King Cobra up.

Backstage, Kevin White and Gavin White make a plan regarding Tim Grind and Lil' Homie. Kevin White says they will get things settled, but Gavin wonders what will happen if they do not. Kevin says they will do what is right until they can't, and they will fix it one way or another.

Dustin Starr interviews VaShawn Harvey and Marko Stunt at the announce desk. VaShawn Harvey could care less about Eugene, and Marko Stunt says that Eugene is in the past in more ways than one, saying that Eugene was a fan of his and that he and VaShawn got rid him, as the WrestleCenter does not need Eugene when the real champions are running things. Marko Stunt says there is a major reason why he stuck with VaShawn Harvey, as there is only room for one Marko in Memphis Wrestling and he is the better Marko. Marko "Hangtime" Harris shows up and wants to know why Marko Stunt would help VaShawn Harvey after all VaShawn did to him, then tells VaShawn he is taking the Internet Championship back and kicking their asses. Marko Harris punches the both of them, but the numbers game eventually takes over when VaShawn Harvey throws Marko Harris into the ring steps and blasts him with the Internet Championship.

"Livewire" Bobby Ford beats "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx by disqualification after Chris Lexx picks up a chain that Bobby Ford drops and hits him with the chain wrapped around his fist after Bobby Ford calls him a coward.

Backstage, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock has Jake Brewer forced into the office by Secret Service to announce that "The Gift" Ray Sanders vs. Jay Smooth is now today's main event. He says that Ray Sanders is in so much trouble before Jake Brewer is forced back out of the room.

C-Rex quickly beats Robbie Maddux after overpowering Major Curtis.

We hear from Big Daddy, who talks about his Stage 3 colorectal cancer diagnosis from January, and despite days being both good and bad, he thanks the Memphis Wrestling fans for their support, and says he cannot wait to get back to 100%. He then warns the locker room that there is a beast on the loose and that Big John Dalton is back, and that everyone is on notice.

We see the nurse from a few weeks ago. As she says that she is not crazy, the room glows red, and we see J. Webb behind a window.

CJ Squared (CJ Money and CJ Blaine) vs. The Slaughterhouse (Jagged James and Nasty Nick) ends in a no-contest. After The Slaughterhouse leave a path of destruction through the WrestleCenter entrance, CJ Square get decimated before the bell rings. Muddy Waters (Gio Savage and "The Judge" RJW) show up, and after RJW cracks his whip, The Slaughterhouse and Reverend Ash Taylor back down.

"Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock guests on commentary for the next match, and he boots Dustin Starr out of his seat on commentary to do it.

Jay Smooth beats "The Gift" Ray Sanders. During the match, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock has Secret Service remove and replace senior referee David Knight mid-match. Shortly after that, Secret Service removes Derrick King from ringside for being in Ray Sanders' corner. After that, Kale trips Ray Sanders down from the top rope, allowing Jay Smooth to hit Smooth Sailing for the win.

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Dustin Starr interviews "The GunShow" Brett Michaels at the announce desk. GunShow tells "The Problem" Aaron Roberts that just when he thought he was done with him, it has only just begun. All of a sudden, Vashawn Harvey shows up. Vashawn tosses his sunglasses to The GunShow, who then says "I'll be right back."

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels quickly beats Vashawn Harvey. After the match, The GunShow continues with his interview, but is interrupted again, this time by The New Wave (Justin Case, "The Chosen One" Jay Washington, Denzel Rollins). "The Problem" Aaron Roberts is conspicuous by his absence, and Justin Case says Roberts shows up when he wants to and does not want to be here right now. Justin Case says GunShow will not make it to the title shot that he earned and that he will have to fight his way to it. GunShow looks at Washington and Rollins and tells them "Why don't you two goofs get your ass in the ring?" Justin Case holds Washington and Rollins back, saying it will be on their time.

Dustin Starr interviews Van Viciouss at the announce desk. Van Viciouss says he is here today for one reason: he wants "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock. The Hollywood Clique shows up, and Viciouss calls Blaylock "a Twinkie eating con-artist," saying he owes him a bounced check. Blaylock says this is not the time or the place, but Viciouss says it is and that Blaylock has taken too much from him. Blaylock tells him not to make false accusations in public and chalks this up to jealousy towards his success. Blaylock says Viciouss never won a match and that Ray Collins is better than him in every way, but Vicious calls Collins a fake and warns him that he is being led by someone with bad intentions. He then tells Jay Smooth, who he initially says he has nothing again, to wake up and punches him. The numbers game soon takes over, and this leads to a match between Jay Smooth and Van Viciouss as soon as Matchmaker King Cobra shows up with a referee.

Van Viciouss beats Jay Smooth by submission with a Cobra Clutch after clobbering "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock's Secret Service agents when they get on the ring apron.

We see footage of Violent J with the fans at the WrestleCenter. Afterwards, Dustin Starr interviews Violent J at the announce desk. Violent J says the honor is all his and calls Memphis Wrestling one of the most honorable promotions, then talks about his Commissioner position in Juggalo Championship Wrestling, and wants to be affiliated with Memphis Wrestling, saying it is the place to be. Violent J says Shaggy 2 Dope may not be here right now, but he and Dustin Starr can get in the ring and throw down a concert right now. Suddenly, Main Event Bradley and Big Nasty Phil show up. Main Event Bradley says Big Nasty Phil was a big Insane Clown Posse fan until a Juggalo bit his pinky off, then threatens to honk Violent J nose before heading to the ring for the next match. Violent J guests on commentary for the next match.

Main Event Bradley and Big Nasty Phil beat Kale and James Curtis. After the match, Violent J says he is bringing in the Juggalo Championship Wrestling Tag Team Champions to deal with Bradley and Phil.

Backstage, CJ Money's mother complains about the lack of CJ Money merchandise, and says that CJ Blaine is "irrelevant" and deserves to go in the trash.

Dustin Starr interviews Ray Ray Sanders at the announce desk. He says he knew Sycho Simon would attack Derrick King at his retirement ceremony, and after Simon attacked him from behind at the Grind City Rumble, he is done playing games. He calls Simon out, and tells him to face him like a man right now.Simon shows up with a metal folding chair, and swings it at him only for Sanders to duck and hit him with a springboard punch. Sanders then grabs the chair and hits Simon in the back with it a few times, but Simon gets the upper hand on the outside. Simon then powerbombs Sanders onto the ring apron before grabbing a table from backstage. Two referees show up to tell him not to do this before Derrick King suddenly shows up, much to Simon's surprise. Derrick and Simon get in the ring, and Derrick hits Simon with the Superkick. After the commercial break, Dustin Starr interviews Derrick King at the announce desk. Derrick says it is good to be back, and he warns Sycho Simon that he is coming back not to wrestle, but to fight, and at SuperBout, he is going to kick Simon's teeth down his throat.

Outside of the WrestleCenter, Big John Dalton sees a limousine pull up. AJ Francis returns next week.

Dustin Starr interviews Kerry Morton at the announce desk. Kerry says he is excited to be here after wrestling all over the world, and says that Tennessee always speaks to him. He says he came to Memphis Wrestling to see what it is all about, and describes it as "electric." He says he could go on and on about his father Ricky Morton's accolades and how he did it for the fans, then talks about how he represents the South, the NWA and Juggalo Championship Wrestling, he is proud to represent Memphis Wrestling. Kerry says he wants to see what Memphis has to offer and wants to know who is the very best and willing to step up and answer his challenge. Mike Anthony shows up, and Kerry Morton challenges him to a match for the Memphis Wrestling Internet Championship. Mike Anthony says Kerry asked for the best and got "The MVP," then accepts the challenge. Kerry Morton then kicks Mike Anthony in the groin and holds up the Internet Championship.

Mike Anthony retains the Memphis Wrestling Internet Championship against Kerry Morton after countering the running knee from the corner with a victory roll.

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Dustin Starr interviews Tim Bosby at the announce table. Bosby says he made "The Problem" Aaron Roberts tap out, but Justin Case got involved, and asks Matchmaker King Cobra to come to the announce table, as they have things to discuss. King Cobra shows up, and Bosby wants another shot at the Heritage title, but this time, Justin Case must be barred from the building. King Cobra says he can do that, and makes the match official for next week.

Draco is seen making his way into the WrestleCenter.

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels beats Sevyn Cruz. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews The GunShow at the announce desk. GunShow makes it clear that it does not matter who he faces for the Heritage Championship, as the champion has him next. He then tells "The Problem" Aaron Roberts "I'm comin' for your ass!"

Dustin Starr interviews Draco at the announce desk. Draco says the phone has been ringing off the hook for the last few weeks and that social media wants to know why he he ran Gio Savage over. He says that he gave Gio Savage every opportunity to prove how savage he was and failed tremendously, then says that he is what he says he is, and that he will prove he is the only savage in Memphis Wrestling. Draco says that he is here for what he wants, not what the fans want, and that he wants Mike Anthony and the Internet Championship and that he will become champion today.

The Twins of Salem (Jacksyn Crowley and Abel Booker) beat The Righteous Path (Brother Bruce and Marrow) after Sister Asa shows up with a red shinai as Reverend Ash Taylor distracts the referee only for Barnabas the Ringleader to show up and take the shinai away. He then slides it into the ring, and Brother Bruce gets smacked with it.

We see a video package revolving around Derrick King's retirement.

Dustin Starr interviews "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, who is okay after a car accident from October 16th. He says that somebody run him off the road as we see pictures of his wrecked vehicle, then brings out Ray Collins. Ray Collins shows up, and as Blaylock praises Collins, Jay Smooth shows up wanting another shot at joining The Hollwyood Clique. An irritated Blaylock gives Smooth another shot, saying he will have to beat Ray Collins to join.

Jay Smooth beats Ray Collins after Collins gets caught using "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock's cane for leverage during a Figure Four Leg Lock and gets caught. Blaylock argues with the referee, then Collins does the same before Jay Smooth wins with a schoolkid pin. After the match, Jay Smooth celebrates, and Collins and Blaylock want nothing to do with this, as do the Secret Service members.

Dustin Starr interviews Sycho Simon at the announce desk. Simon says he wants "Dustin Starr's buddy" here, or else. When asked for specific, Simon says he is tired of being specific, and if Dustin's friend is not here, someone else will take his place. Sycho Simon then enters the face dressing room, then comes out with another young man - James Curtis, a WrestleCenter trainee - who he throws towards the ring before going on the attack. Simon then hits him with the elbow drop before a referee finally enters the ring, and now two referees are telling Simon to stop. Simon then hits James Curtis with another elbow drop. Simon then threatens to drag someone else into the ring every week until he gets who he wants, and until he does, it will be on Dustin Starr.

Backstage, Xya Wolf interviews Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex). Tim Grind says they have been defending the tag team titles since they have won them, and that it is not The L.A. Hustlers' (Notorius Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) turn. He says that they built the streets that The L.A. Hustlers claim they rule. Flex says that they stand on business and will do so against The L.A. Hustlers and whoever else faces them for the tag team titles.

Mike Anthony retains the Memphis Wrestling Internet Championship against Draco following the distraction by Gio Savage.

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Dustin Starr interviews "The Genetic Nightmare" Mike Anthony at the announce desk. Before he can say anything, Jonny Lyons from Reality of Wrestling shows up and declares he be called "The Golden Lion" Jonny Lyons and says that he has someone like Mike Anthony in the ROW locker room stealing his spot. Lyons says he is out here because there is no better way to prove his worth to Booker T by walking into Memphis Wrestling and walking out with the Internet Championship around his waist. This leads to a match as well as Lyons attacking Mike Anthony from behind.

"The Genetic Nightmare" Mike Anthony retains the Memphis Wrestling Internet Championship against "The Golden Lion" Jonny Lyons.

Backstage, Xya Wolf interviews Gio Savage and Draco. Draco tells Gio Savage he only has one last chance to do what they said they would do, and that he has gotten a tag team title match against Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex) today. He tells Gio Savage to stop being a babyface and be a savage, or he can find out that the grass is greener on the other side.

Dustin Starr interviews "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock at the announce desk. Blaylock says that Dustin has a lot of power and connections and that people in the business know who he is, but he has power and connections in Hollywood, California and that people there who he is. He says that Ray Collins is shooting a movie because people in Hollywood know who he is, then mentions his numerous national television appearances. All of a sudden, Jay Smooth shows up with a metal folding chair and is stopped by Blaylock's Secret Service, and Jay Smooth says he knows Blaylock can take him to the moon and demands a spot in the Hollywood Clique. Blaylock says he is busy, but Jay Smooth says his match is next and that he wants to prove himself to Blaylock.

Big John Dalton beats Jay Smooth.

Derrick King makes an unscheduled appearance, and Dustin Starr interviews him at the announce desk. Derrick says that he has been wrestling for a long time, but there comes a time when life happens and that this is the best time. Derrick says something to Dustin that cannot be heard, then says he has enjoyed a great career and has a 17-year-old son, and says it is time to step away. Derrick says he tried to step away seven years ago, but now he says that he has had enough. He says that he has a few loose ends to tie up, but after that, he is done wrestling. He says also says that while he is eager to help train future stars, when it comes to taking bumps in the ring, those days are done.

Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex) retain the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships against The Last Savages (Gio Savage and Draco) after Draco inadvertently hits Gio Savage with a side kick meant for Flex. After the match, Draco shoves Gio Savage as Gio helps him up. This leads to a shoving match and a staredown between the two men.

Outside of the WrestleCenter, Justin Case tells "The Problem" Aaron Roberts that he has to defend the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship against someone he has already beaten. Aaron Roberts says Matchmaker King Cobra has something against them and does not want him as champion, but he is the baddest man walking on both sides of the Mississippi River and he will beat anyone who stands across from him in the ring.

Backstage, Makkari Kandy works on J. Webb's hair as Diana Taylor gets ready for her match.

Diana Taylor beats "The San Joaquin Slam Maniac" Erica Torres.

We hear from Nixi XS, who declares that she is the real new Women's Champion, not C-Rex, as she stipulated that C-Red would crush Mackenzie Morgan and hand the title over to her, and if anyone has a problem with it, they can take it up with C-Rex.

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels beats K-Toomer in a grudge match despite K-Toomer working on both of his arms.

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Dustin Starr interviews Big John Dalton and Coach Pillar at the announce desk. Coach Pillar announces that $19,000 was raised for St. Jude Children's Hospital, and Big John Dalton says it was great to raise that much money in his own backyard.

Big John Dalton beats Jay Smooth (who is still waiting for a call from "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock), then celebrates in the audience with Coach Pillar.

Tim Bosby retains the Memphis Wrestling Internet Championship against Ethan Steele in a Tim Bosby Open Invitational Match.

We see Mike Anthony, who says that he is back in control and back in his original form.

Dustin Starr interviews Mackenzie Morgan at the announce desk. Mackenzie says she does not care if the match with C-Rex happens, but she does care about the target that Nixi XS has put on her back while hiding behind C-Rex because she knows she cannot beat her. Nixi XS shows up, and Mackenzie tells Nixi to get in the ring and prove. Nixi says she can beat Mackenzie any day of the week and look twice as good doing it, and tells Mackenzie to take her name out of her mouth. Mackenzie then gets in the ring and dares Nixi to get in.

We see footage of Jonathan Gresham helping out the trainees in the WrestleCenter as Gresham outlines his goals regarding what he wants to do as a trainer.

After the short break, Matchmaker King Cobra approves Nixi XS vs. Mackenzie Morgan for the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship.

Mackenzie Morgan retains the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship against Nixi XS after reversing a pinfall after a lungblower with an inside cradle in a match that sees Mackenzie losing one of her front teeth. After the match, Nixi XS says she is sick and tired of Mackenzie getting lucky, and C-Rex shows up as Nixi says she will cash in and have C-Rex crush Mackenzie like the gnat that she is before lifting the Women's Championship and handing it to her.

Sycho Simon beats J. Webb in a No Rules, No Regrets Match after piledriving J. Webb through a table from the ring apron.

Backstage, someone is buying snacks when they find a pamphlet for Reverend Ash Taylor's Righteous Path.

Dustin Starr interviews "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock and his Secret Service agents at the announce desk. Blaylock says "GTH" means "Go To Hollywood" and that many people have been coming to him wanting to join The Hollywood Clique. He then says that there are a lot of shenanigans going on in Memphis Wrestling, yet there are good people backstage who know that he can take someone and make them into a diamond. He then introduces his new client, "All The Way" Ray Collins. The fans chant "No Way Ray" as Blaylock hands Collins a handful of $100 bills before proclaiming that they are coming for all of the championship gold in Memphis Wrestling and that they mean business.

"The Problem" Aaron Roberts retains the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship against "The GunShow" Brett Michaels and K-Toomer in a Triple Threat Match. During the match, Justin Case hands a cloth full of ether, and K-Toomer is able to wrestle the cloth from Roberts before GunShow hits him with a GunShow Lariat. Roberts tosses GunShow out of the ring and pins K-Toomer to retain. After the match, GunShow and K-Toomer have a staredown in the middle of the ring, and both men soon brawl before K-Toomer chokes GunShow out. Aaron Roberts and Justin Case return, and K-Toomer dares Roberts to get back in the ring.

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Ray Ray Sanders and Derrick King beat The Last Savages (Gio Savage and Draco) after Gio Savage inadvertently clotheslines Draco. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Ray Ray Sanders and Derrick King at the announce desk. Derrick says they are closer than brothers and there is nothing to see here, and Ray Ray agrees.

We hear from Mike Anthony. Once again, Mike Anthony is frustrated with his losing streak and the fact that he has nobody, and says that he has forgotten who and what he is.

Dustin Starr interviews "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock at the announce desk. Blaylock says he has scouted talent for weeks, and that he will watch the next match because he has his eyes on Mike Anthony. Blaylock guests on commentary for the next match. When Jay Smooth comes out for the next match, he is crawling out from the back, with Mike Anthony close behind, as he has already attacked him.

Jay Smooth beats Mike Anthony by countout as Mike Anthony screams at the camera. After the match, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock chews out Mike Anthony before saying that he can make him a star because he is a winner, and tells Mike Anthony that he wants him in The Hollywood Clique (Blaylock, Van Viciouss, Secret Service). Blaylock opens his arms and hugs Mike Anthony, and Mike Anthony hugs back with a dejected look on his face.

It is announced that Mackenzie Morgan is still under medical supervision and has received partial clearance, and that she will be at the WrestleCenter next week.

Nixi XS beats Just Jodie. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Nixi XS at the announce desk. Nixi says she has studying her competition, yet Mackenzie Morgan only gives an open challenge when she is not here and calls her concussion "a headache" while mocking the fact that Mackenzie is not here. Nixi says that the next time Mackenzie is here, "You...me...I write the contract."

We see Kurt Swiss at the WrestleCenter, which he calls "the place where Memphis wrestling history comes to die," then says Big John Dalton is the face of Memphis Wrestling and is nothing like the Memphis legends. He says that next week, he will show him what it means to be great.

Dustin Starr interviews Reverend Ash Taylor and Brother Bruce at the announce desk. Reverend Ash Taylor says Marrow has his own sins to suffer more much like the fans, then apologizes for giving the fans a chance to walk the righteous path, as a shepherd brings his flock home instead of asking them to come home.

Brother Bruce quickly beats CJ Money. After the match, Brother Bruce places CJ Money on the announce desk and holds him down by the arms so that Reverend Ash Taylor can hit CJ Money in the back with his red shinai. Security steps in before Reverend Ash Taylor can do any more damage.

It is announced that "Real1" NZo vs. AJ Francis next week will officially be for the Total Nonstop Action Digital Media Championship as per Matchmaker King Cobra and Total Nonstop Action management.

Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex) vs. Sir Matthew and Lord Gaston for the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships ends before it can begin when Matthew and Gaston show up wearing only the tag team belts. This does not matter to Too Kool II, who strip them of the belts and leave them running around - and away - in their underwear, which has each others' faces on them.

Backstage, Assistant Matchmaker Michael finds out from Matchmaker King Cobra that AJ Francis vs. "Real1" NZO will be for the TNA Digital Media Championship, and that "The GunShow" Brett Michaels will be on commentary for today's main event. Meanwhile, J. Webb is spying on them from inside a closet (and taking and handling Michael's coat).

K-Toomer retains the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship against Denzel Rollins. During the match, Justin Case and "The Problem Child" Aaron Roberts show up to watch from the announce desk.. After the match, Aaron Roberts throws Denzel Rollins out of the ring before brawling with K-Toomer and hitting him with the Problem Bomb. Despite K-Toomer's demand not to get involved, Brett Michaels gets in the ring and chases Roberts out of the ring. Afterwards, K-Toomer confronts Brett Michaels, and both men have a staredown in the ring.

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Before the next match, Barnabas the Ringleader introduces The Twins of Salem (Jacksyn Crowley and Abel Booker) and announces that they will make Derrick King and Ray Ray Sanders pay in pain, then declares that Maurice the Strong and Herzog will destroy K-Toomer forever in the main event.

The Twins of Salem (Jacksyn Crowley and Abel Booker) beat Derrick King and Ray Ray Sanders after Ray Ray inadvertently hits Derrick King with a top rope cross body.

Dustin Starr interviews Mackenzie Morgan at the announce desk. Mackenzie says she has been Memphis Wrestling Women's Champion for 250 days and that she has held the title with pride, and says that she wants a fair fight against Bashley Bones after Bashley recently got an unfair fight.

Mackenzie Mitchell retains the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship against Bashley Bones.

Backstage, Matchmaker King Cobra and Assistant Matchmaker Michael are met by Sir Matthew and Lord Gaston, and they tell Matthew and Gaston that they must defend the tag titles against Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex). Gaston tries to feign injury to get out of the match, but Cobra and Michael are not buying it.

"All The Way" Ray Collins beats Jay Smooth.

Backstage, "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock gets a call from Van Viciouss and tells him that he has somebody he wants in The Hollywood Clique (Blaylock, Viciouss, Secret Service), and asks Van Viciouss to trust him as he knows this is going to work out.

We hear from Sycho Simon, who says that Real1 may be a bonafide G and a certified stud, but he is a psycho, and that he will beat him in tonight's main event at Autozone Park.

We hear from Tim Bosby, who says that he has been trying to get another shot at Aaron Roberts and the Memphis Internet Championship, but Roberts refuses to accept the match. He says he is willing to do anything, including risking everything, to become champion again.

We hear from Mike Anthony, who is still furious with his losing streak as of late as well as his lack of options aside from the one voice inside of his head.

Suckerboy beats Mike Anthony in his debut match with a Sunset Flip despite Mike Anthony attacking him before the bell.

The Last Savages (Gio Savage and Draco) beat The O'Neal Brothers (Steven and Devin O'Neal).

We see another message from Kurt Swiss, who says that he cannot help but be overwhelmed with sadness over how great Memphis used to be and that Memphis must go back to what it was once and what made it great, and next week, everyone will see what he means when he says that he will make Memphis great again. He says that Memphis does not need paper champions or hollow leaders, but someone like him with dignity who will carry it to the finish line. He says it will be a long, hard road, but with him, Memphis will be the greatest of all time.

K-Toomer reveals that his tag team partner is Assistant Matchmaker Michael.

K-Toomer and Michael beat The Circuz (Maurice the Strong and Herzog).

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for April 27, 2024

Dustin Starr interviews The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) at the announce desk. Lamont says they are tired of being overlooked and that they are tired of Ray Ray Sanders and Derrick Sanders, who he calls overrated cowards, and that they had to take care of the problem. Bradley says they had to do what they had to do and that they will take Ray Ray and Derrick out every chance that they will get. As soon as they find out that they are facing Ray Ray and Derrick in a Tornado Tag match, The L.A. Hustlers are attacked from behind by Ray Ray and Derrick.

Ray Ray Sanders and Derrick King beat The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) in a Tornado Tag Match by forfeit after Bradley inadvertenly hits Lamont as Lamont holds down Derrick King, which causes The L.A. Hustlers to retreat to the back.

After the commercial break, Dustin Starr interviews Ray Ray Sanders and Derrick King at the announce desk. Ray Ray Sanders calls The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) for their recent actions and says that it will not happen again, and Derrick King promises that they will beat The L.A. Hustlers one, two, three.

We see a vignette for Mike Anthony, who reflects on his recent losses.

Denzel Rollins gets an upset victory against Mike Anthony.

Backstage, K-Toomer asks Matchmaker King Cobra and Assistant Matchmaker Michael, saying he wants all of The Circuz (Barnabus the Leader, Maurice the Strong, Jacksyn Crowley, Abel Booker). Michael says that he can start with The Twins of Salem (Crowley and Booker), which works for K-Toomer.
"The Problem Child" Aaron Roberts beats Jay Smooth. After the match, Aaron Roberts hits Jay Smooth with a Problem Bomb.

We see backstage footage of Tim Bosby and "The Chosen One" Zay Washington talking about "The Problem Child" Aaron Roberts, agreeing that he has disrespected the Internet Championship and that one of them has to beat Roberts and take the title. Both men share in agreement when it comes to taking Aaron Roberts down. br />

We see footage of someone in a fur coat carrying a walking stick and a trash can coming across a road sign saying "Memphis 300 Miles." We then see the words "Coming soon."

Mackenzie Morgan, Makkari Kandy and Diana Taylor beat Cassandra Golden, Nixi XS and Raven Black in a six-woman tag match after Cassandra Golden walks out of the match.

Before the next match, Barnabus the Leader says that he has two bodies with one wicked brain that shares the name "Crowley," then describes The Twins of Salem as his "gargoyles of the big top" and "the destroyers of K-Toomer."

K-Toomer beats The Twins of Salem (Jacksyn Crowley and Abel Booker) by count-out in a two-on-one handicap match after Maurice the Strong shows up and The Twins of Salem retreat and help Barnabus hold Maurice back. As this goes on, Barnabus proclaims that the Memphis Heritage title is his.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for March 23, 2024

In footage from after last week's show, Dustin Starr raises K-Toomer's hand after K-Toomer becomes the new Memphis Wrestling Heritage Champion. K-Toomer then celebrates with the fans.

Dustin Starr interviews K-Toomer at the announce desk. K-Toomer says that Krule ran off with the title and that he went off and got it, then says that the Heritage Championship represents history and without it, the title does not represent anything. K-Toomer then gets the crowd fired up with the questions he usually asks, then asks one more question: "Am I now the new Memphis Heritage Champion? Sho' 'nuff."

Cassandra Golden beats Makkari Kandy with the Golden Rings. (The match is Makkari's debut match as well as her first-ever wrestling match.) After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Cassandra Golden at the announce desk. Cassandra calls Mackenzie Morgan "a former friend" and says that she is the best women's wrestler in Memphis Wrestling, and yet she is out here babysitting. She says that these women are crying, and that she will soon become a two-time Women's Champion. After some post-show media scrum footage where Mackenzie Morgan is frustrated with Cassandra Golden, Cassandra says she is done with babysitting the women's division and that she deserves gold around her waist.

Backstage, King Cobra meets with Michael, who is soon handed a note by J. Webb, who wants a tag match with "Main Event" Brad Skimahorn and Big Nasty Phil. J. Webb gets that match for next week.

Jay Smooth vs. Sycho Simon ends in a double count-out. After the match, Sycho Simon painfully grabs Dustin Starr by the arm and neck and pulls him closer, then asks the fans if they know what it is like for your closest friend to call you "a psycho," then says he is "a walking, talking, eating, breathing, sleeping nightmare" and threatens to bite Dustin Starr's fingers off right in front of the camera if he touches his hand.

Backstage, Derrick King watches his tag team title rematch back. Ray Ray Sanders shows up, and Derrick tells Ray Ray Sanders that he is not turning on him and apologizes to him, saying he did not mean to superkick him. Ray Ray says he believes him, but Derrick says it is his fault they lost the tag team titles and apologizes for everything that has happened. Ray Ray tells Derrick that he believes him, but he is less reluctant this time, and both men shake hands before getting back to work.

Dustin Starr interviews Sir Matthew and Lord Gaston at the announce desk. Sir Matthews asks the fans if they were surprised and says Derrick King was not going to be their hero, then Sir Matthew and Lord Gaston guest on commentary, much to Dustin's chagrin.

Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex) beat Colton Cage and Austin Mulitalo (now known as "The Superstars of Seduction").

We hear from Reverend Ash Taylor. He says that after SuperBout III, The Righteous Path (Reverend Ash Taylor, Brother Bruce, "Righteous" Ryan Rembrandt) have become stronger and bigger than ever with the addition of their newest member, and that we will know more about him at a later time. He promises that next week, The Righteous Path will only get bigger and stronger than anyone has ever seen before.

Backstage, Sir Matthew and Lord Gaston make fun of Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex) - saying the best part of their matches are when they are over - when they run into Big John Dalton and make fun of him for losing at SuperBout III while they won. After Matthew and Gaston leave, Big John Dalton then says to the person he is talking to on the phone - someone named Mark - that he must have heard all that, and that he needs his advice.

Dustin Starr interviews The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Van Viciouss, Secret Service), who have arranged a contract renewal party, at the announce desk. Jimmy Blaylock demands his own private dressing room, despite it not being in the contract, and demands his contract be brought out so he can sign it. Matchmaker King Cobra and Assistant Matchmaker Michael show up with the new contract, and Blaylock demands a raise as well as back pay, then Michael says he gotten him his green M&M's and his money and that all Blaylock has to do is sign. Blaylock signs the contract, and King Cobra tells Blaylock not to forget who makes the matches. Blaylock demands that King Cobra be fair, then Michael says they notice The Hollywood Clique are enjoying their party and knows a guy who also enjoys a party: "The Cowboy" James Storm, who shows up. Blaylock, saying he has never partied with a cowboy before, calls for a toast. He gets one, but Storm gets beer all over him and Blaylock demands an apology. Storm says he is sorry...about his damn luck. James Storm then slaps Van Viciouss in the face and gets him in the ring.

We see some photos of Jerry Lawler and Jeff Jarrett for Grind City Wrestling.

"The Cowboy" James Storm beats Van Viciouss. After the match, James Storm shoves Blaylock's face into the cake again, then throws some cake into the face of one of the Secret Service members.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for February 24, 2024

Dustin Starr interviews Hollyhood Haley J at the announce desk. Haley J wants to know where Mackenzie Morgan, but after finding out that Mackenzie is not here, she wants to hear that she is facing her for the Memphis Women's Championship. When she hears about the Fatal 4-Way to crown a new contender for the title, she says she did not come here from Kentucky for nothing and that she gets what she wants, and demands she be placed in the match to make it a Five Starr Five-Way.

Mike Anthony beats "All The Way" Ray Collins by submission and referee stoppage to advance to the Cobra Cup finals after The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Van Viciouss, Secret Service) shows up and distracts Collins, allowing Mike Anthony to choke Ray Collins out to advance.

Backstage, Matchmaker King Cobra and Assistant Matchmaker Michael come up with the "Play By The Rules Match" to keep Simon from cheating in his match with Michael at SuperBout III.

Hollywood Haley J is officially in today's women's Fatal 4-Way Match, officially making it a Five Starr Five-Way.

We hear from Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex), who brings up how The Last Savages (Gio Savage and Draco) want to keep bringing up how old they are and how they should be running away. Tim Grind says they have been doing it longer than everyone else, then asks The Last Savages who their daddies are. Flex says that they have done everything that The Last Savages have wanted to do.

Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Flex) beat The Last Savages (Gio Savage and Draco). After the match, Draco attacks Tim Grind with a chair, and both teams brawl until Tim Grind gets a chair of his own and nails Draco with it, causing Gio Savage to retreat.

Dustin Starr interviews The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Van Viciouss, Secret Service) at the announce desk. Jimmy Blaylock says there is a conspiracy to bring down the Clique and that Van Viciouss should have been in the Cobra Cup Tournament. Dustin Starr then brings up Jimmy Blaylock's contract and the petition to remove Jimmy from Memphis Wrestling, and mentions that if Van Viciouss loses to Ray Collins at SuperBout III, his contract will not be renewed. Jimmy says the only way to make it in Memphis Wrestling is to be buddies with Dustin Starr, and Van Viciouss says that he is the best in Memphis.

Van Viciouss beats Jay Smooth with a curb stomp followed by the Camel Clutch.

We hear from Barnabas the Leader, who offers to sell an autographed 8x10 for $150. He ends up getting a ring and an air freshener as an equivalent payment after Maurice the Strong shows up to grab the car from the back to keep the fan from driving off.

We hear from K-Toomer, who says that today is the day that he knocks out one more person to advance to the Cobra Cup Finals, knock out Mike Anthony, and continue on to become Memphis Heritage Champion.

K-Toomer beats "The Walking Red Flag" Colton Cage by knockout to advance to the Cobra Cup finals. After the match, Mike Anthony shows up, and all of security have to stop Mike Anthony from getting in the ring with K-Toomer.

In the parking lot, Ray Ray Sanders gets a call from someone, saying that he and the person on the other line have a Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championship rematch at SuperBout III.

Cassandra Golden beats Nixi XS, Queen Nyxx, and Diana Taylor and Hollyhood Haley J with the Golden Rings to Nixi XS after Diana Taylor and Nyxx brawl their way to the back.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for February 3, 2024

Cameron Cole beats Zay Washington after using the bottom rope for leverage on the pinfall attempt.

"Main Event" Brad Skimahorn and Big Nasty Phil watch the next match from ringside.

Mike Anthony beats J. Webb after the distraction from "Main Event" Brad Skimahorn and Big Nasty Phil.

We hear from King Cobra, who thanks the fans for their well-wishes and concern and that he is doing fine, but had the spike been lowered, he would have been blinded in his left eye. He thanks Mikey (aka Michael) for stepping up and doing his job as he recovered, and states that next week, he will be back making matches, and he addresses Simon as he says that he has unfinished business to take care of.

Dustin Starr announces that Memphis Wrestling will be returning to Strayhorn High School in Strayhorn, Mississippi again in February 2024. Members of the Strayhorn High School band are seen in the crowd.

Backstage, Ruffshot Lamont tells Notorious Bradley that this year is "the year of the hustlers" and that it is time to leave the past and head to the top as they face The Top Guns (Brandon Beretta and Joe Vinetti) today.

We hear from The Top Guns (Brandon Beretta and Joe Vinetti). Brandon Beretta says they will prove they are the best to come out Bob Orton Jr.'s wrestling academy, and Joe Vinetti says that they are where it matters. Beretta says they will not stop until they have tag team gold.

The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) beat The Top Guns (Brandon Beretta and Joe Vinetti).

Backstage, Diana Taylor thanks Ray Ray Sanders for helping her out, then says she has the perfect person to help them take down The Nyxx Network ("The Goddess of the Night" Nyxx, Sir Matthew, Lord Gaston).

We see some footage from the recent show at the LaFayette Music Room. Memphis Wrestling returns to the LaFayette Music Room on May 9, 2024.

"The Problem Child" Aaron Roberts beats Jay Smooth.

We see a vignette for The Twins of Salem (Jacksyn Crowley and Abel Booker).

Gio Savage and Draco vs. The Sexy Assassins (Sexy Assassin #1 and Sexy Assassin #2) ends in a no-contest when The Sexy Assassins unmask to reveal they are Too Kool II (Tim Grind and Grandmasta Flex), leading to a brawl on the outside. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Too Kool II at the announce desk. Tim Grind says Gio Savage and Draco did not study the past well enough and that The Sexy Assassins were a product of Brian Christopher, who made their careers possible. He says that if Gio Savage and Draco wanted their attention, they got it. Grandmasta Flex says they held real gold while Gio Savage and Draco wore the plastic ones from Walmart and that "That's the business, dawg!"

Krule beats "Big Swole" Justin Cole.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for December 23, 2023

Dustin Starr interviews Ellsworth Enterprises (Matt Williams, Storybook Prince Gaston, "The Goddess of the Night" Nyxx) at the announce desk. Nyxx says this is the holiday season and that she has a gift for the fans. She then takes a ceremonial sword and knights Matt Williams and Storybook Prince Gaston as "Sir Matthew" and "Lord Gaston" respectively, which makes her "Queen of Memphis Wrestling." As a bonus gift, she renames Ellsworth Enterprises "The Nyxx Network." Sir Matthew says that she has a wife and kids, but winning the tag team titles with Gaston was the greatest moment of his life.

Backstage, Mikey - now with a very clean look, a three-piece suit and calling himself "Michael" - shows up wanting to help King Cobra. King Cobra says he will think about it.

We see a strange vignette of Christmas imagery and static. Images of The Twins of Salem can also be seen as a voice states to guard against decay.

The Twins of Salem (Jacksyn Crowley and Abel Booker) beat The Top Guns (Brandon Barretta and Joe Vinetti).

Memphis Wrestling wishes everyone a merry Christmas and a happy new year.

Backstage, Terrence Ward interviews Ray Ray Sanders, who admits that while he has been feeling down and has let everyone down, he is still willing to fight, and he will enter the Grind City Rumble.

Dustin Starr interviews Big John Dalton at the announce desk. Big John Dalton says he cannot imagine celebrating Christmas any other way than with the fans, then produces Reverend Ash Taylor's to produce some "gifts" for Reverend Ash Taylor.

"Main Event" Brad Skimahorn guests on commentary for the next match.

Big Nasty Phil beats Jay Smooth, Big John Dalton and "Righteous" Ryan Rembrandt in a Christmas Chaos Match following interference by "Main Event" Brad Skimahorn.

We see footage of U-Gene meeting "Handsome" Jimmy Valiant at the WrestleCenter.

Dustin Starr interviews "Handsome" Jimmy Valiant - dressed as "Boogie Claus" - at the announce desk after Boogie Claus gives out gifts to the fans. Jimmy Valiant says Memphis wrestling is in his heart and soul and will be in him forever, and thanks Dustin Starr for bringing it back. As he thanks the Memphis fans for being the best fans, Van Viciouss and "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock show up. Blaylock wants to know what Jimmy Valiant is here when he has "retired more times than Garth Brooks", then brings out "the real Santa Claus," who is really some guy dressed like Jimmy Valiant trying to make fun of Jimmy. Jimmy Valiant things brings out "All the Way" Ray Collins as back-up, and Ray Collins challenges Van Viciouss to a match.

"All The Way" Ray Collins beats Van Viciouss with a schoolkid pin after "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock gets on the apron and distracts Collins only for Jimmy Valiant to get him and put him to sleep while fending off the fake Jimmy Valiant. After the match, Blaylock - and the fake Jimmy Valiant - suffer the ignominy of having their pants fall down as they and Van Vicouss head to the back, with the fake Jimmy Valiant wearing an obvious diaper.

Dustin Starr interviews matchmaker King Cobra at the announce desk. King Cobra says that he has a Christmas present for everybody, and announces that the first match of 2024 will be a Triple Threat Match for the Memphis Heritage Championship. All of a sudden, The Posse (Simon and Mr. Chris) show up. Simon says "Merry Christmas" to King Cobra before he and Mr. Chris jump King Cobra. Security tries in vain to stop the attack, and Simon hits Kin Cobra with the eye with a spiked shoulder pad. The Posse then grabs a member of security by the hair so that Simon can powerbomb him. Dustin Starr leaves commentary and heads to the ring as The Posse are told to leave just after Simon chokes out a referee.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for December 16, 2023

K-Toomer beats Jay Smooth. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews K-Toomer at the announce desk. K-Toomer says the Heritage Championship represents history and that none of this means without being a part of that written history, and he is here to write his. He then calls out King Cobra, saying they need to talk. After the commercial break, King Cobra shows up, and K-Toomer wants to know where he is following putting Mike Anthony down while Anthony was #1 contender to the Heritage Championship. After King Cobra says that K-Toomer is #1 contender, Mike Anthony shows up and says he was the #1 contender last time he checked, but K-Toomer says that last time he checked, he put Mike Anthony down. Mike Anthony threatens to sue King Cobra if he does not honor his #1 contendership just before "The GunShow" Brett Michaels shows up and declares himself the #1 contender. King Cobra makes both Mike Anthony and K-Toomer #1 contenders and puts all three men in a Triple Threat Match for the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship, much to Mike Anthony's irritation. Mike Anthony hits K-Toomer in the back with a chair, and security has to stop Brett Michaels from going after him. Mike Anthony leaves, but not without hitting one of the security guards (who has played Waldo in the Halloween battle royal as well as at Brighton Brawl 2).

We hear from The Posse (Simon and Mr. Chris). Simon says Christmas is upon us and that he loves the pretty colors, such as the greens, the white of the snow and especially blood red. He says that when The Posse returns, somebody is going to bleed. We then see Mr. Chris's burned face as he says that he will be home for Christmas.

Barnabas the Producer guests on commentary for the next match.

The Roberts Family Legacy (Cordale Roberts and Big Red) beat The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont), much to the disappointment of Barnbas the Producer.

Backstage, Barnabas the Producer tells The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamont) that today's loss is just a temporary setback and that he has found their lucky rubber chickens. Lamont finally has enough, and he and Bradley then take all of Barnabas' chains, hat and durag before finally demanding his shoes as payment for pushing them towards failure. After The L.A. Hustlers leave, Barnabas loses it and realizes that they need Barnabas the Leader, not Barnabas the Producer.

Cassandra Golden and McKenzie Morgan beat "The Goddess of the Night" Nyxx and Nixi XS by submission with a hold from Cassandra to Nixi XS.

Backstage, "Big Swole" Justin Cole and "Casanova" Colton Cage argue over "Astonishing" Austin Mulitalo being the weak link in their team before Colton Cage proposes that Justin Cole and Mulitalo get in the ring one-on-one and hash out their differences so they can make the name they should have made for themselves in the Trios Tournament. Justin Cole tells Colton to tell Mulitalo to pack a lunch.

"Casanova" Colton Cage guests on commentary for the next match.

"Astonishing" Austin Mulitalo beats "Big Swole" Justin Cole after "Casanova" Colton Cage slides into the ring and hits Justin Cole with a cutter from out of nowhere.

Backstage, King Cobra is on the phone saying some people have to grow up. Mikey overhears this, and this gives him an idea.

Dustin Starr interviews "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock and Van Viciouss at the announce desk. Blaylock says that the shenanigans going on in Memphis Wrestling with the petition to ban him are illegal, for he has a contract and he is not going anywhere. He says that not one wrestler had better sign that petition, but Dustin Starr reminds Blaylock that "All The Way" Ray Collins has signed that petition before Eric Young suddenly shows up. Eric Young says he has been here only long enough to know he does not lie Blaylock or Viciouss and that every wrestler in the back has signed that petition, and if they do not watch their mouths, he will also sign it. He then says that he and Viciouss have a match and that it is time to figure things out right now.

Eric Young beats Van Viciouss with a crucifix pin. During the match, "All The Way" Ray Collins shows up with a petition to ban "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock for the fans to sign. After the match, Eric Young signs the petition on Ray Collins' back.

Super Bout Part One - Memphis Wrestling recap for March 12, 2022

Dustin Starr interviews Brandon and The Yung GOATs (Zay Washington and Aaron Roberts) at the announce desk. Brandon says The Yung GOATs are more than ready, then thanks the fans for making their match against The Posse (Simon and Lil Chris) possible. Aaron Roberts says that his eye is good when he removes his eyepatch, and Zay Washington says that they will take back the tag team titles.

Jay Smooth and Martin beat Country Rock (Carter Matthews and Chris Hayes) after Big Jack shows up and powerbombs Chris Hayes on the ring apron while Kross distracts the referee. After the match, Big Jack knees Carter Matthews in the face as he checks on Chris Hayes.

Mike Anthony beats EJ Sparks after countering the Roundhouse Rhythm with the Genetic Dream.

Dustin Starr interviews Nick Aldis at the announce desk. Aldis says it is always a pleasure to come to a wrestling city with real wrestling fans that understands what a real world champion is. He talks about his NWA World Heavyweight Championship reign, and says he will take it back from Matt Cardona at the Crockett Cup. As for tonight, he has a match with one of the best in Jonathan Gresham. Suddenly, Gresham shows up and says he is the absolute best in the world, and to prove it, he must put himself up against men like him who see the business like he does. He says that while their match is not for the ROH World Championship, he would like to raise the stakes, because the best in the world should the title. Aldis says a title is only as good as the men who challenge for it, and tells Gresham he has a deal.

We see The Posse (Simon and Lil Chris) in the parking lot heading into the WrestleCenter with the Memphis Tag Team Championship belts.

The Posse (Simon and Lil Chris) beat The Yung GOATs (Zay Washington and Aaron Roberts) in an unsanctioned match to become the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Champions after Simon threatens to injure Brandon's eye with a spiked shoulder pad and Lil Chris hits Washington with a low blow, despite it being announced that The Posse's contracts will not be renewed and that it will be the last time The Posse will be in the WrestleCenter.

Championship Gold - Memphis Wrestling recap for March 5, 2022

The show starts with The Posse (Simon and Lil Chris) trying to enter the building only to be stopped by security. The Posse threaten to call the police on them, then decide to wait in the parking lot.

"The Native Beast" Nyla Rose and Skyler beat "The Mad Esthetician" Amber Rodriguez and "The Killer Bae" Heather Monroe.

Dustin Starr interviews Kross, Jay Smooth and Martin at the announce desk. Kross says that instead of beating the clock, their opposition should be worried about beating them.

Austin Lane beats Martin in a Beat The Clock Challenge Match in just over three minutes after "The GunShow" Brett Michaels shows up with a sign saying "Precious," which distracts Martin. Brett then heads to the ring for the second half of the challenge while Austin Lane guests on commentary.

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels beats Jay Smooth in a Beat The Clock Challenge Match an even faster time after Austin Lane stops Martin from using a chair and Brett hits both Martin and Jay Smooth with GunShow Lariats. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Austin Lane and Brett Michaels. Austin tells Brett that he respects him and that he saved him because he has watched him and he does not want any excuses when he walks out as Memphis Heritage Champion. Austin then says "May the best man win," and Brett says "I will."

We hear from Walker Hayes, who says that fighting was the only thing that made him feel in control, and that before he knew it, he lost everyone he knew and loved and became a living, breathing monster. He then says that even he was not prepared for what would happen in the months to come.

King Cobra shows up with the Cobra Cup trophy before the next match.

Mike Anthony beats "Casanova" Colton Cage in the Cobra Cup Tournament Finals to win the Cobra Cup as "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock shows up to take notes on the match. After the match, King Cobra gets in the ring to shake Mike Anthony's hand, but Mike Anthony just takes the Cobra Cub from his hands and raises it over his head.

Terrence Ward runs down the card for the upcoming Super Bout event.

Dustin Starr interviews Tiger Joe and Rhyno at the announce desk. Tiger Joe says he is "the sexy beast," but he is here with "the manbeast," and Rhyno says he is taking Derrick King out.

Rhyno vs. Derrick King ends with Rhyno hitting Derrick King with a piledriver. After the match, Rhyno hits Derrick King with another piledriver to end the show.

Championship Gold - Memphis Wrestling recap for February 26, 2022

Dustin Starr interviews The Elements of Wrestling ("Casanova" Colton Cage, Ryan Pyles, Van Viciouss) at the announce desk. Dustin announces that Action Jackson is injured and cannot compete in the Cobra Cup semi-finals, and Ryan Pyles says that Colton Cage will get his win via count-out. Colton Cage says that Action Jackson is scared of him, and Ryan Pyles says that The Elements of Wrestling are always on top. As Colton Cage heads to the ring to take his victory, Action Jackson is introduced despite not being cleared to compete at the behest of Cage. Action Jackson is then counted out, and Colton Cage advances to the finals. Back at the announce desk, Dustin Starr tells Colton Cage he has Mike Anthony in the finals. Cage says The Elements of Wrestling did what they said they would do and that they are all action. He says that he and Mike Anthony can take their battle anywhere, and that it will end with his hand raised before he "heads to the GunShow" and wins the Memphis Heritage Championship.

Dustin Starr interviews Rhino and Tiger Joe at the announce desk. Tiger Joe says he has a manbeast in Rhino and that he is "hungry as hell," then mentions that his neck hurts due to Derrick King's piledriver and that his attorney has told him to wear it until he gets his revenge. Rhino says he goes where the money is, and Tiger Joe paid him money to come to Memphis and take Derrick King out. He demands respect for Tiger Joe and for himself after what he has done for wrestling, and says he will rip Derrick King in half with a Gore.

Dustin Starr interviews The Skimahorns (Brad and Briar Skimahorn). Brad says that Uncle Mikey is at home after being banged up, and tells K-Toomer to get in the ring, saying that they did not back down against Lance Archer and that they will not back down against him. K-Toomer gets in the ring with The Skimahorns and overpowers them.

Dustin Starr interviews Country Rock (Carter Matthews and Chris Hayes) at the announce desk. Chris Hayes says they owe somebody money, and Carter Matthews says that they are handling this as a team and that he will take on the Meklalock Challenge. Chris Hayes says he will do it, because he got them into this. Meklakov shows up and mocks Country Rock for getting into debt and calls them brave, yet stupid. Carter Matthews volunteers, but Meklakov puts Matthews out with it. When Chris Hayes checks on Carter Matthews, Meklakov puts Hayes in the Meklalock and sends him into unconsciousness as well.

Backstage, Derrick King and Danny B. Good talk about losing the trios tag team championships and Tiger Joe and Rhino calling Derrick out. Derrick King says he will show Tiger Joe and Rhino why he is still the king next week.

We see Diana Taylor get ready to win the Memphis Women's Championship with help from King Cobra and Alan Steel at the WrestleCenter.

Dustin Starr interviews "The Mad Esthetician" Amber Rodriguez at the announce desk. She says that love is in the air this month and that love hurts, but so does her syringes. She then asks for Heather Monroe to come to the announce desk. Heather Monroe says Skyler thinks she can hang with them when she can't, and if she wants to hang with the stars, she has to get in the ring with the stars. She has a challenge for her if she has the courage to head to the ring. Amber takes offense to Skyler turning against her after she made her, and Heather takes offense to Skyler kicking her in the head. When asked why Amber and Heather want Skyler two-on-one, Heather tells Dustin it is none of his business. After the commercial break, Skyler heads to the announce desk. She tells Heather and Amber that they need to calm down a little bit and that she accepts their two-on-one challenge, but she did not come alone. "The Native Beast" Nyla Rose shows up and heads to the ring with Skyler. Heather and Amber quickly retreat. Afterwards, Dustin Starr interviews Nyla Rose and Skyler at the announce desk. She says Heather and Amber can run away all day if they want, but she came here for "that sweet Southern satisfaction" and some action. She tells Heather and Monroe to make their way back to the ring next week, as she and Skyler have something for them, and tells them not to be afraid, as that is just the nature of the beast.

Backstage, The Yung GOATs (Aaron Roberts and Zay Washington) are met by Brandon, who says that it makes all three of them sick that The Posse (Simon and Lil Chris) are suspended and won't get their contracts renewed so that The Yung GOATs face them. He says that he will pay for the damages The Posse made and do whatever it to get The Posse reinstated for a fight with The Yung GOATs.

We hear from Walker Hayes, who has apparently gone missing. He says that as a kid, he was always fascinated by monsters but was never scared by them as they were a work of fiction. He says this was before he met true evil, when he learned monsters are real. He says that to understand this, one must go back to the beginning.

Backstage, Austin Lane and Matt meet with Brett Michaels. Austin says it is four weeks until the Superbout, but they do not mind being his partners against three other guys. Brett Michaels says he does not know who Matt is and does not trust him, and says that he has his own partner: "Big Swole" Justin Cole.

Dustin Starr interviews Kross, Martin and Jay Smooth at the announce desk. Kross says that they will take on the three top guys in Memphis Wrestling before mocking "The GunShow" Brett Michaels, "Big Swole" Justin Cole and Austin Lane and stating they will be the ones people are celebrating.

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels, "Big Swole" Justin Cole and Austin Lane beat Kross, Martin and Jay Smooth after Brett Michaels steals the tag from Justin Cole before Austin Lane tags himself in as Brett calls for the GunShow Lariat to take out the opposing team and make Kross tap out to the STF. After the match, Justin Cole has to play peackeeper between Brett and Austin.