‘Revolution’ Was the Momentum-Shifting Pay-Per-View AEW Needed
The build to “Revolution” was underwhelming, but the show itself—especially Bryan Danielson and MJF’s 60-minute Iron Man match—set AEW up for a strong spring and summer.
Wrestling
Thrilling ‘Royal Rumble’ Puts a Fork in the Road to ‘WrestleMania’
After the ‘Royal Rumble,’ WWE has a difficult needle to thread with Roman Reigns, Sami Zayn and Cody Rhodes.
Wrestling
MJF’s AEW Title Win at ‘Full Gear’ Reignites an Old Wrestling Debate
AEW ignoring the momentum of the audience brought to mind Roman Reigns and John Cena’s runs as champion in WWE.
Wrestling
Backstage AEW Drama Mars Excellent Weekend of Professional Wrestling
Moments after winning the bloody championship match that headlined AEW’s ‘All Out’ PPV, wrestler CM Punk started drama with The Young Bucks, MJF and others.
Wrestling
The MJF Situation Is a Major Test for AEW’s Relationship With Its Fans
The way the company apparently blurred reality and story line ahead of last weekend’s ‘Double or Nothing’ pay-per-view could end up backfiring.
Wrestling
‘WrestleMania Backlash’ Delivers Some Good Matches but Not Much Else
The wrestling was good, but WWE didn’t meaningfully advance any story lines on Sunday night’s show.
Wrestling
AEW Surpasses Expectations With a Wonderfully Varied ‘Revolution’
Compare AEW’s "Revolution" pay-per-view to WWE's house show at Madison Square Garden the day before and you get a good idea of the differences between the two companies.
Wrestling
Uneven ‘Royal Rumble’ Paves the Road to ‘WrestleMania’
It wasn’t the best ‘Rumble,’ but the main-event matches for April’s big two-night event appear to be set.
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