Bleeding Black & Gold...Behind Enemy Lines
Cageside Seats Editor & Author
Three television shows of varying quality: one with wrestling for wrestling's sake, one with replays of their last iPPV and one focused on their big storylines. See what we thought of it all - right here!
What's next for The Shield? Is Daniel Bryan ready to tear it up - starting with Kane? Will Cena's promo about overcoming the odds be longer than HHH's latest retirement speech? See what we think and tell us what you think - right here!
We've got you covered with hype for tonight all over the site. Let's take a look at the history of the "show after 'WrestleMania'" and speculate on where this one might rank in the history books.
Everybody who comes to Cageside Seats has an opinion about what's going on in pro wrestling - the Smark's Shoot Standings (S3) are where YOU let us know YOURS.
It might be hastily booked, but it could also be historic. Dean Ambrose fights for The Shield's first solo title. Kofi Kingston is striving to climb the ranks of WWE once again. Who will leave St. Louis with the strap?
The time for dancing is over. Fandango and Y2J face the music on Sunday, May 19th with futures and reputations set to be determined to a score of moonsaults and leg drops.
His moustache isn't on the line, but could his future be? The Dashing One does battle with the Awesome One in a free pre-show match that will undoubtedly play a role in whatever comes next for both competitors.
Breaking down the entire "Extreme Rules" match card with complete previews for every advertised match on the card. The show will feature Ryback vs. John Cena, Triple H vs. Brock Lesnar, The Shield vs. Team Hell No and more!
The HuluPlus streaming keeps coming, whether we want it or not. Sin Cara has a quickie with Mr 'Superstars', and then Cody Rhodes takes an encore against Alex Riley. We've got you covered with results and reactions right here.
What to expect in the last hours of WWE programming before 'Extreme Rules'...the main eventers won't be there, so it should be a great chance for the undercard to convince us to buy the show. Will Jericho, Orton, Sheamus, et al be up to the task?
A WWE regular challenges for Big E Langston's title! A legend from the independent scene teases his NXT debut with his new character. And lots of cryptic, creepy Bray Wyatt goodness. Read about all the happenings on the streaming show right here!
Abyss' return last week was a cool moment - but now what? There's still a 54 year old as #1 contender to your world title, and a PR nightmare with a former champ. But, hey, the X-Division title match should be fun!
The haircut didn't do the trick. Maybe it's the pants? According to his latest non-televised interview, Ryder is "just trying anything" in his continued push for a push.
His actions toward Christy Hemme may land the former champ in big trouble with TNA and their television partner, according to a new report with quotes from an unhappy Spike exec. Dixie Carter has since voiced her displeasure too via Twitter.
Dance off! Just what a go home show needs! Paul Heyman and Brock Lesnar's face off with HHH should bring some fireworks, and the title feuds will push toward Sunday's 'Extreme Rules' finish line. Read on for what we'll be watching for tonight!
Everybody who comes to Cageside Seats has an opinion about what's going on in pro wrestling - the Smark's Shoot Standings (S3) are where YOU let us know YOURS.
The former Legacy boys both see action in the latest edition of the HuluPlus streaming show. So, yes, that means Ted DiBiase is still employed by WWE. Plus, a pretty excellent Cody Rhodes vs Justin Gabriel tilt. Read all about it right here!
Ryback hits the Highlight Reel! We're sure that will go well. That, plus The Shield's pursuit of tag team bronze, what Mark Henry do and where will the World Heavyweight Championship wheel land - tonight on SyFy!
The Wyatt Family goes for its first championship as Adrian Neville is forced to defend the tag belts with a new partner! More developmental Diva drama! Two brawlers who lost their last feuds return! And what is Damien Sandow doing on 'NXT'?
Two fan favorite teams decide the #1 contenders to the tag team title. The TNA champ and his next challenger face off as part of a six-man main event. Knockouts tag action features the queen of that division, and much more LIVE from Mississippi!
We're another week closer to the pay-per-view after WrestleMania. Check out what we think might be in store on the penultimate Raw before Extreme Rules - sure to feature John Cena, Ryback, The Shield, Team Hell No and much, much more.
Everybody who comes to Cageside Seats has an opinion about what's going on in pro wrestling - the Smark's Shoot Standings (S3) are where YOU let us know YOURS.
Ring of Honor (ROH) is having a sale where all DVDs of their shows from 2008 - 2010 are only $5. That includes Final Battle 2010 with has one of my favorite matches in any company from the last several years: El Generico vs Kevin Steen in a Fight without Honor (no DQ). But there are a lot of good shows available cheap, with a bunch of matches featuring current and future WWE stars like Daniel Bryan (Brian Danielson), Seth Rollins (Tyler Black), Antonio Cesaro (Claudio Castignoli), Kassius Ohno (Chris Hero) and Sami Zayn (Generico). Shop now at their website.
A strong Divas match gets lost in a sea of recaps; plus Damien Sandow versus R-Truth on this week's internet-only B-show.
There's no Undertaker this week, but his brother looks to both avenge him and fill his spot against The Shield tonight on Smackdown. Read on for what to expect from the World Heavyweight Championship scene, Ryback and more tonight on SyFy!
Ask and ye shall receive, Cagesiders. From last night's Main Event match against Kofi Kingston for the U.S. Championship. Watch some of the match by clicking here and for complete results and reactions to the show click here and here.
Three matches featuring a bevy of talent and some direction for the tag team titles fill out this week's NXT. We've got you covered for all of that, and...who are we kidding? You Jericholics are here for one thing, and you know we got you.
What to expect on the May 2, 2013 episode of TNA "Impact"; with fallout from Hulk Hogan and Sting's confrontation. Plus the next challenger for Bully Ray's world title will be decided, Chris Sabin returns, Kurt Angle sees action and more!
The company's next big event is this Saturday (May 4, 2013) and their television show has been building toward it since their WrestleMania weekend. Has it been successful? Should you be buying this weekend? Find out!