Off The Script w/JDfromNY

We could be looking at the end of MJF's AEW World Championship Title run but it won't be because of Mark Briscoe. 

MJF defends the AEW World Championship against Mark Briscoe, after Briscoe's team won Sunday's Forbidden Door 12 Man Steel Cage Match. But Mark Briscoe isn't winning the AEW Championship. It's all about REDEMPTION. Kenny Omega is eyeing another shot at MJF, and we could be seeing Tony Khan's plans for AEW ALL unfold. 

Also, the vacant TBS Women's Championship will be decided in a Survival of the Fittest Ma...

If you love Pro Wrestling, this past weekend had offerings from WWE, NXT, AEW and TNA, all directly competing against one another. Who won the weekend, which show came out on top, and which show flopped? 

WWE presented Night of Champions where Sami Zayn finally became the WWE Champion after beating Cody Rhodes, and Gunther in a Triple Threat match, and both Oba Femi, and IYO SKY won their respective King and Queen of the Ring Tournaments. Brock Lesnar that changed ALL the plans, and challenged Obe Femi to a Hell In A Cell m...

Oba Femi was set to choose his World Championship match at SummerSlam. Then Brock Lesnar appeared and announced he wants Oba Femi inside Hell In A Cell at SummerSlam. 

Oba Femi has bypassed his World Title match at SummerSlam which he earned by winning King of the Ring to finish Brock Lesnar off once and for all at SummerSlam. Why did WWE take such a convoluted way to get us a 3rd match, and did they ruin the King of the Ring?

Also, Seth Rollins finished off Bron Breakker a...

Tony Khan is incredibly lucky his "Triple Main Event" went as well as it did. If not, AEW Forbidden Door 2026 would have been a complete, and utter flop. 

Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland wrestle for the third consecutive summer in the Men's Owen Hart Cup Final and at this point I don't know what else these two guys have left to say to each other. Ospreay won the first meeting, the rematch ended in a 30-minute draw, and now we're doing it AGAIN. At some point the story has to end. 

Sami Zayn is the NEW WWE Champion, and Oba Femi is the King of the Ring. I can't believe it but Triple H actually made the right calls at Night of Champions!

Jey Uso battles Oba Femi in the King of the Ring Final, with Roman Reigns having tasked Jey with winning the whole thing on his own, without any help from The Bloodline. Good luck with that. 

Also, Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and Sami Zayn collide in a Triple Threat for the WWE Title, and the story has been b...

It's the FINAL3 HOUR SmackDown this year and we are one night away from Night of Champions, and Sami Zayn should WALK AWAY as the new WWE Champion.

Cody Rhodes will address BOTH Gunther and Sami Zayn on the final SmackDown before Night of Champions, where all three men will collide in a Triple Threat for the Undisputed WWE Championship. How did we get here? Nick Aldis had to FORCE this match after Sami couldn't keep his nose out of both Cody, and Gunther's business last week.

Trick Williams...

Tony Khan is dreaming big. Unrealistically big. Not only has AEW Forbidden Door killed all of the company's momentum coming out of Double or Nothing, he thinks THIS SHOW can combat THE WORLD CUP LMAO. 

Konosuke Takeshita defends the AEW International Championship against Ricochet, Swerve Strickland vs. Daniel Garcia, Will Ospreay goes one on one with El Phantasmo, Jon Moxley and the Death Riders in six-man action, Zack Sabre Jr. battles Jack Perry, and The Young Bucks vs TMDK. 

Also, Harley Cameron battles Marina Shafir, and Queen Aminata takes on...

Where nothing on pro wrestling television is interesting, it's all the drama behind the scenes this week that absolutely stole all the headlines, and most of it came from TNA. 

TNA is heading into one of their biggest weekends of the year, with MAJOR changes on the horizon. Tommy Dreamer, Sami Callihan, and Tessa Blanchard all let go by TNA, as they scramble to fill the voids left by Tommy Dreamer creatively. In the same week, it's reported that TNA could be prepping the company for a sale, with a 50 million dollar figure attached t...

It's the final stop for WWE Raw before Night of Champions this Saturday, and everyone is worried about Jey Uso winning the King of the Ring Tournament. 

Oba Femi, and Jey Uso find themselves in the Finals of the King of the Ring Tournament. Will WWE pull out a major shock with Brock Lesnar taking out Oba Femi before the Tournament, or will we be inching closer to King Jey Uso?

Liv Morgan meets IYO Sky face to face before their Queen of the Ring final. 

Triple H is one step closer to having Jey Uso Main Event SummerSlam...and fans online are voicing their displeasure with this nonsense all over again. 

Jey Uso is in the FINALS of the King of the Ring Tournament after defeating Je'Von Evans but at what cost? Now he meets Oba Femi, and fans are predicting Brock Lesnar will help Jey Uso win the entire tournament, after weeks of Oba Femi calling Brock Lesnar out. 

Liv Morgan advanced in to the FINALS of the Queen of the Ring Tournament aft...

Forbidden Door is in 10 days. What does Tony Khan do? He gives away The Forbidden Door Main Event on AEW Dynamite 10 days early. Make it make sense. 

MJF, and Mark Briscoe chosen their teams for the 12 Man Steel Cage match at Forbidden Door, and then proceed to have a 12 Man Tag Team Match in the Main Event. 

Also, Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland meet face to face before the Owen Hart Final, and it was genuinely GREAT TELEVISION. And Mercedes Mone tries to advance to the Owen Hart Finals fo...

The King of the Ring this year is either Oba Femi's to win, or Jey Uso's to ruin, and if Triple H is smart, he goes with Oba Femi. 

As we near Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia, Triple H has a very important decision to make. Stick with the Bloodline slop heading into SummerSlam, or literally go all the way with Oba Femi as World Heavyweight Champion. Who will Oba Femi's opponent be in the finals of the King of the Ring, and where does Brock Lesnar fit into all of this?

On this week’s episode of The Two Count, we break down a massive week in WWE and AEW, including AEW’s ongoing ratings struggles, major championship developments, King and Queen of the Ring fallout, and the future of some of wrestling’s biggest stars.

We start with AEW Dynamite’s disappointing ratings performance, and whether AEW is once again failing to capitalize on momentum coming out of a major pay-per-view. We also discuss why many fans believe Forbidden Door season has become one of the weakest stretches on AEW’s annual calendar.

Oba Femi advances to the Finals, and the worry of Jey Uso winning the entire King of the Ring tournament is getting worse, and worse as we head into Night of Champions.

Oba Femi took care of Dominik Mysterio tonight to advance to the finals of the King of the Ring Tournament but who will he meet? Jey Uso, or Je'Von Evans? Where does Brock Lesnar fit in after Oba Femi called him out now three weeks in a row?

The Bloodline take out Comedian Eric Andre in a...

It's all about LA Knight, and Jey Uso. Or will it be Finn Balor? Who advances to the King of the Ring Sem-Final, and how does the rest of the tournament shake out going into next week?

Also, The Women's Queen of the Ring can become very interesting with both Charlotte Flair, and Jade Cargill favorites to advance. Or does the Darkhorse Lyra Valkyria pull off the upset?

And, Guinther made Cody Rhodes wait one week. Tonight, Gunther lets Cody know what the stipulation for their WWE Championship match...

When you think Summer Blockbuster, you think Jurassic Park. When you think Summer Blockbuster FLOP, you think AEW Dynamite. This was one of the worst wrestling shows in 2026. 

Swerve Strickland advances past Brody King in the Men's Owen Hart Cup, and will now meet Will Ospreay in the Finals at Forbidden Door. On the Women's side, it's been so ravaged by injury, that Maya World has advanced to the Semi-Finals, and will now meet Athena.

Jon Moxley is wrestling Ring of Honor castoffs, while training Will Ospreay for All I...

The King, and Queen of the ring are a hot topic right now, with some big names already eliminated but does it all make sense heading into SummerSlam?

Seth Rollins, and Bron Breakker were both odds on favorites to meet in the finals, and have both been eliminated this past week. With Jey Uso, Oba Femi, and LA Knight still remaining, who walks away with the crown, and will Brock Lesnar have anything to say about Oba Femi's chances at being King of the Ring? 

On the Women's side, L...

After SmackDown's reckless King & Queen of the Ring booking, does Triple H bounce back, and make sense of these tournaments?

Seth Rollins tries to advance in the King of the Ring against Je'Von Evans, Talla Tonga and Ricky Saints. While, on the Women's side, Liv Morgan tries to own the Queen of the Ring Quarterfinal against Becky Lynch, Alexa Bliss, and Chelsea Green. 

Also, Penta defends the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Rey Mysterio. Will Ethan Page have anything to do with Rey Mysterio being given a shot over him? A...

WWE had one easy job to do. Make the King & Queen of the Ring Tournament GREAT, with the best matches, and the best talent. They clearly missed their assignment. 

Dominik Mysterio, and Raquel Rodriguez advance in their respect tournaments, making both Semi-Finals for the King and Queen of the Ring Tournaments less than desirable. What happens next? 

Also, Gunther is MAD over the outcome of losing to Cody Rhodes at Clash In Italy. How does Gunther handle the fallout, and what's next for him and Cody Rhodes? Carmelo Hayes on...

The Women's Owen Hart Cup Tournament has been hit with injuries, and has left one spot to a "mystery opponent"...and we have finally gotten the return of Mercedes Mone. 

Also, MJf just won the AEW World Championship, and is already putting his title on the line against RUSH before we figure out who his challenger will be at Forbidden Door. Kevin Knight defends the AEW TNT Championship against "Speedball" Mike Bailey, and Will Ospreay has a tough task tonight if he wants to advance to the finals of the Men's Owen Hart Cup as...

Triple H might find himself competing with more than AEW, and Tony Khan. He might find himself competing with The Undertaker leading AAA after a tremendous show stealing weekend for the Mexican promotion. 

This past weekend saw, arguably the best feud, and best match come to it's conclusion as El Grande Americano battled OG El Grande Americano at AAA Noches De Los Grandes on Saturday night, and it's got everyone including all of WWE talking. The very next night, Triple H presented Clash In Italy, and discussion has started over who stole the wrestling w...

On this week’s episode of The Two Count, we break down the biggest stories across WWE and AEW, including the fallout from WWE Clash In Italy, the future of Brock Lesnar vs Oba Femi, controversy surrounding the finish to Cody Rhodes vs Gunther, and the growing buzz around Will Ospreay vs Kenny Omega at Wembley Stadium.

We discuss whether AEW Dynamite is still struggling to maintain momentum after major pay-per-views, why Tony Khan continues teasing a dream match between Ospreay and Omega, and whether Americano vs Americano has become one of the most en...

After losing Tribal Combat, Jacob Fatu finally acknowledges Roman Reigns, as the tired, rinse & repeat Bloodline angle offers nothing new. Tonight we are sponsored by CyberGhost VPN! https://cyberghostvpn.com/JDfromNY206

Jacob Fatu bows to Roman Reigns after two losses, as Roman Reigns tells him "He Loves Him", and if you're asking yourself if you have seen this all before, you have. 

Also, The King, and Queen of the Ring begins tonight with two Fatal 4 Way matches, Sol Ruca promises to be a "fight champion" after beating Becky Lynch fo...

Triple H once again plays it too safe for Clash In Italy...and honestly, it is absolutely destroying the WWE product.

No major title changes, no leaving us with something to get us excited for the following weeks of television. Triple H and HIS vision of the WWE product has made the company feel deflated, lost, and without any excitement, and Clash In Italy revealed MANY of the existing problems in WWE.

In a highly anticipated rematch, Oba Femi once again meets Brock Lesnar after Lesnar "retired" at WrestleMania...

SmackDown has been the worst weekly wrestling show for most of 2026, and legitimately has no one excited for Clash In Italy...

As Cody Rhodes prepares to defend his WWE Championship against Gunther, he meets Gunther face to face to address the attack by Gunther last week (EXCITING)

Also, after pinning Rhea Ripley on Saturday Nights Main Event, Jade Cargill has one final message before their match at Clash In Italy (THRILLING STUFF)

And, After Ricky Saints cost Carmelo Hayes his match against Trick Williams...

AEW has a notorious problem of dropping the ball following a HOT PPV, and after AEW Double or Nothing, the company has a lot of momentum. Can they deliver the follow up on Dynamite?

MJF celebrates being the youngest 3 time AEW World Champion in history. Does MJF have an opponent lined up next heading into Forbidden Door? Kevin Knight betrayed Darby Allin at the end of Double or Nothing and fans want to know why. Kevin Knight explains his actions after a shocking heel turn. 

Also, Adam Copeland and C...

AEW Double or Nothing is being talked about as the greatest AEW PPV of all time. Was it, or did AEW fans over hype one of AEW's flagship shows? @JDfromNY and @TheSolomonster take an extensive look back at AEW Double or Nothing 2026.

Also, Ludwig Kaiser got arrested last week, and it seemingly made him more popular with the fans of AAA, as he gears up for the biggest match of his entire career with Chad Gable for the right to call themselves the REAL El Grande Americano. WWE once again is making an attempt to c...

On this week’s episode of The Two Count, we break down one of the most important weeks in recent memory for both AEW and WWE, including the fallout from AEW Double or Nothing 2026, major backstage developments, roster rumors, and the growing debate surrounding WWE’s current creative direction.

We start with the massive reaction to AEW Double or Nothing, with many fans calling it the greatest AEW pay-per-view ever. We discuss what made the show feel so different compared to previous AEW events, including the pacing, shorter runtime, improved match order, upgraded stage pres...

Brock Lesnar shocked the world last week by attacking Oba Femi after "retiring at WrestleMania. Tonight, Oba Femi threatened to end Brock Lesnar's life at WWE Clash In Italy

Also, Je'Von Evans challenges Penta for the WWE Intercontinental Championship, and Roman Reigns sits down with Jacob Fatu to sign the contract for "Tribal Combat" at Clash In Italy. 

WWE Raw Review (5/25/26)

🎙️Roman Reigns & Jacob Fatu contract signing for Clash In Italy

🎙️WWE Intercontinental Championship: Penta (c) vs Je'Von Evans

🎙️Oba Femi addresses last week after suffe...

MJF is risking everything tonight including his hair as he tries to become the first 3 time AEW World Champion when he challenges Darby Allin for the AEW World Championship as AEW returns to NYC for their flagship AEW Double or Nothing from Louis Armstrong Stadium in Queens, NY. 

Also, Stadium Stampede returns for the first time in 3 years when Chris Jericho leads The Young Bucks, Kenny Omega, Jack Perry, and The Hurt Syndicate against Ricochet and the Don Callis Family. Christian Cage and Adam Copeland put their tag team on the line and will n...

Does Ethan Page have enough EGO to take the WWE Intercontinental Championship away from Penta?

Saturday Night's Main Event hits Fort Wayne, IN, and several championships in WWE are on the line. Penta defends the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Ethan Page who was just recently called up from NXT. With the rumors of WWE revitalizing the Tag Team Division, does Ethan Page take that title from Penta? Could we see Penta and Rey Fenix back together?

Also, the last time Sol Ruca wrestled on a Saturday Night's Main Event...

Enzo, and Cass may be on their way back to WWE, as WWE reportedly wants to fix their tag team division...AFTER RELEASING HALF THEIR DIVISION. 

Enzo Amore was recently spotted at the WWE PC, and Big Cass has his AEW contract coming to an end at the end of May. How does WWE intend to fix their tag team division, with what teams, and what plan do they have? @JDfromNY discusses all the possibilities and what WWE needs to do to have a successful tag team division.

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Did Ludwig Kaiser just destroy his WWE career, and is the huge El Grande Americano "Mask vs Mask" match in jeopardy? 

Ludwig Kaiser was arrested in Orlando, FL this week on a battery charge from late April but it comes at the height of his WWE run, and the biggest match of his entire career on May 30th against Chad Gable. 

The arrest record detail what exactly went down, and @JDfromNY gives his opinion on what happens next with Ludwig Kaiser. Will it be a simple slap on the wris...

We could be seeing the end of Darby Allin's run as AEW World Champion but it won't be tonight against "Speedball" Mike Bailey. 

Darby Allin, according to some, is having a "generational AEW World Championship run", and it can't end soon enough, as Darby Allin prepares for MJF at AEW Double or Nothing this coming Sunday ina Title vs Hair match. 

Also, news hit today that Mick Foley has officially signed with AEW, and Willow Nightingale has vacated the AEW TBS Championship, and will also miss this years Owen Ha...

Brock Lesnar is NOT retired. Shocking, I know. But Brock Lesnar is back after "retiring" at WrestleMania and has his eyes set on another match with Oba Femi at Clash In Italy.

Brock Lesnar returned to WWE Raw last night and attacked Oba Femi before his Open Challenge to call him out for another match at Clash In Italy. But Brock Lesnar retired at the end of WrestleMania, or maybe he didn't? Was the WrestleMania moment ruined by Brock Lesnar's return, and have WWE taken Oba Femi down a few steps with this move?<...

On this week’s episode of The Two Count, we break down one of the wildest weeks across WWE, AEW, and combat sports, including major tournament announcements, Brock Lesnar rumors, Roman Reigns’ next battle, and the growing crossover between streaming, MMA, and professional wrestling.

We start with the reveal of the AEW Men’s and Women’s Owen Hart Tournament brackets, and discuss which names stand out, who should win, and whether this years tournament feels big enough

We also react to the growing rumors surrounding Baron Corbin’s WWE return...

Brock Lesnar never retired. Shocking. Brock Lesnar is back, and just ended the Oba Femi "Open Challenge" once and for all. 

Brock Lesnar attacked Oba Femi before his "Open Challenge", and Paul Heyman already had a contract ready for Brock Lesnar vs Oba Femi 2 at Clash In Italy. 

Also, Roman Reigns gets much needed revenge on Jacob Fatu tonight but Fatu isn't done with Roman. Jacob Fatu challenges Roman Reigns to "Tribal Combat" at Clash In Italy. 

And Seth Rollins is desperately looking for som...

After last week's embarrassment, SmackDown tries to get back on track heading into Clash In Italy but do they?

Gunther continues to toy with Cody Rhodes after being given a brand new contract for Friday Night SmackDown and a WWE Championship match but he refuses to sign the actual contract. Now, he must wrestle for the right to wrestle Cody Rhodes, and Gunther goes one on one with Royce Keys. 

Also, Trick Williams receives a "homecoming" in his hometown of South Carolina but is interrupted by The Miz as h...

AEW might have a new sheriff in town, and with AEW Double or Nothing happening in NY, it could happen very soon.

Mick Foley, the WWE Hall of Famer is rumored to land with AEW in some sort of role heading into Double or Nothing next Sunday night. Mick Foley has talked about one more match but at 60 years that is looking less likely. What type of role could Mick Foley provided AEW, and could it lead him to being an on air authority figure to give AEW a brand new dynamic?

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AEW is so creative that we have TWO MORE open challenges tonight, that advance NO story whatsoever. 

Darby Allin once again defends his AEW World Championship against Konosuke Takeshita, and Kevin Knight defends his TNT Championship in an "Open Challenge"...because every belt in AEW is an Open Challenge. 

Also, Tony Khan announces both Men's, and Women's Brackets for the Owen Hart Memorial Cup Tournament, which will have major World Championship implications heading into AEW All In in August. 

AEW Dynamite (5/13/26):

🎙️AEW World Ch...