Overlooked Feuds - Dean Malenko vs. Ultimo Dragon
Amid WCW's 1996-1997 dominance, overshadowed by the New World Order and the rise of the cruiserweight division, lies a hidden gem: the intense rivalry between Dean Malenko and Ultimo Dragon. Dive into the history of these two legends and uncover how their feud shaped the future of professional wrestling.
Barely Legal: ECW's First PPV
The inaugural ECW Pay Per View was Barely Legal on April 13, 1997. With its origins in Joel Goodhart's Tri-State Wrestling, ECW would morph from Eastern Championship Wrestling to the more defined and shambolic Extreme Championship Wrestling. Barely Legal was significant for the company and the wrestling business. Most fans and insiders considered ECW the 3rd most pertinent promotion in North America in the 90s. The announcement of its first PPV seemed to indicate that ECW had arrived.
Forgotten Stables: J-Tex Corporation
Dive into the story of the J-Tex Corporation, a long-lost stable led by the brilliant Gary Hart. Uncover its connection to iconic feuds like Ric Flair vs. Terry Funk and Sting vs. The Great Muta.
Reimagined: Vader's WWE Run
In 1996, Big Van Vader entered WWE with significant buzz. However, his run is seen as a disappointment due to backstage politics and poor booking. This article reimagines Vader's WWE journey, exploring some original plans and artistic interpretations.
The Deplorable Buck Zumhofe
Former wrestler Eugene “Buck” Zumhofe was a journeyman in the wrestling business, but his story is far from ordinary. From multiple stints in prison to the sexual abuse of his daughter, Zumhofe's dark past is a cautionary tale of the wrestling industry.
Batista: The Evolution Of An Actor
From his breakout role as Drax The Destroyer in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to his impressive turn in Blade Runner 2049, Batista has proven time and time again that he is more than just a muscle-bound action star. Read more about his best on-screen performances and why he's one of the best wrestlers turned actors.
The Original Diva: Sunny’s Rise And Fall
Discover the story of Sunny, the first true "Diva" in WWE history. In the mid-90s, she defied expectations and became one of the company's most popular and heavily promoted figures, but her journey was full of highs and many recent lows.
Reimagined: What If Randy Savage Never Left WWE?
In October of 1994, “Macho Man” Randy Savage left the WWE after a 9-year run with the company. Second only to Hulk Hogan, Savage’s departure from the company was considered one of the most monumental in its history. This comprehensive piece reimagines what Randy’s career would have looked like had he never left the WWE.
WWE 2K23 Review
Following last year’s redesign and revamp of the WWE 2K series, 2K is back to the yearly release schedule. Thankfully, WWE 2K23 builds upon all of the great stuff that was in 2K22 as opposed to going back to paint-by numbers that led to the infamous WWE 2K20 debacle a few years back.
Ed Gantner: A Cautionary Tale
Uncover the forgotten tale of Ed Gantner, a talented wrestler whose career and life were tragically cut short after years of steroid abuse.