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NXT action on The CW continues with another night of matches featuring Wren Sinclair vs. Kelani Jordan, Sean Legacy vs. Dorian Van Dux, Jaida Parker vs. Layla Diggs, Romeo Moreno vs. Nathan Frazer, Shiloh Hill vs. Patrick Dempsey, and Lola Vice vs. Izzi Dame. (Event aired 5/26/2026)

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NXT action on The CW continues with another night of matches featuring Fraxiom vs. Noam Dar and Romeo Moreno, Mason Rook vs. Naraku, Kelani Jordan vs. Kendal Grey, Jasper Troy vs. Dion Lennox, and Zaria vs. Tatum Paxley. (Event aired 6/9/2026)

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Lola Vice defends the NXT Women’s Title against former champion Lola Vice. Catch WWE action on the ESPN App, Netflix, USA Network, CW Network, Peacock, and more.
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NXT's Wendy Choo challenges Xia Brookside for the Knockouts World Title.

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NXT action on The CW continues with another night of matches featuring Saquon Shugars, Noam Dar, and Romeo Moreno vs. DarkState, Hank Walker vs. Keanu Carver, Jaida Parker vs. Nattie, Shawn Spears vs. Niko Vance, Reina Volcan vs. Skylar Rae, and Naraku vs. Tony D'Angelo in a Street Fight. (Event aired 7/22/2026)

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Jaida Parker teams up with Thea Hail to take on Nikkita Lyons and Karmen Petrovic in a Tag Team Match. (Match aired 8/4/2026)

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Memphis Wrestling Full Episode 01-15-1983

From September, 1981.

AMBUSHED | Upon saving the company from a Hollywood Heist, Team Memphis Wrestling was ambushed when we went off the air by members of KAW (Kick Ass Wrestling)... led by founder Terry Golden. You will not believe this!




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Danny Davis & Len Denton vs. The Louisville Sluggers (12/22/84)
Nightmares promo (12/22/84)
Louisville Sluggers promo (12/22/84)
Playboy Frazier & Jimmy Hart promo (12/22/84)
Eddie Gilbert vs. David Johnson (12/22/84)
Terry Taylor "Some Days Are Diamonds" video (12/22/84)
Eddie Gilbert & Jimmy Hart promo (12/22/84)
Adrian Street "Tiptoe Through The Tulips" video (12/22/84)
Jerry Lawler promo (12/22/84)
Troy Graham & Jimmy Hart confrontation (12/22/84)
The Interns vs. Jim Jameson & Ken Raper (12/22/84)
Iron Mike Sharpe & Jimmy Hart promo (12/22/84)
Iron Mike Sharpe vs. Johnny Wilhoit (12/22/84)
Jerry Jarrett promo (12/22/84)
The Nightmares vs. Bart & Brad Batten (12/22/84)

OCTOBER 31, 2025 | It's Halloween night and the WrestleCenter is crawling with ghosts, ghouls and every other kind of costume imaginable!

It's the Memphis Wrestling Trunk or Treat - Happy Halloween - on the fastest hour in pro wrestling - we are Memphis Wrestling!


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MEMPHIS TRIOS MATCH | BIZZNESS DAWGS vs THE VYBE CHECK
We are kicking off Halloween night with a huge Tag Team Trios Match - and everyone will be in costume!

KING vs KING MATCH | It's listed as such - but which Memphis Kings will square off on Halloween night?

GRUDGE MATCH | PETER vs THE CHICKEN
One of the biggest rivalries in the history of TV could very well come to an end at our Halloween Trunk or Treat! Tune in to see if it is what you think it is!

TRIPLE THREAT MATCH | VaSHAWN HARVEY with OSO vs RAY SANDERS vs CJ BLAINE
It's a Triple Threat Match between 3 of the very best in the Junior Heritage Division! It'll be an action-packed showdown!

TAG TEAM SPECIAL | SUPER FRIENDS vs THE DISORDERLIES
Wonder Boy and Makkari Kandy team up for a tag team specialty on Halloween night against The Disorderlies!

COSTUME CONTEST | There must be a winner - who will walk away as Halloween Costume winner for 2025?

TRUNK OR TREAT BATTLE ROYAL | Your favorites stars from Memphis Wrestling are decking out in their best Halloween costumes to compete in the Main Event! Who will prevail? And what costume will they be wearing?

It's the fastest hour in pro wrestling on Halloween night - WE are Memphis Wrestling!


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A slightly disheveled Jimmy Hart is determined to settle some "First Family" business with Dutch Mantell this morning! An unusual pair is formed when, out of desperation, Hart recruits the Ugandan Giant, Kamala, with "watermelons and women!" to take care of the Dirty Dutchman for him.

After successfully bribing the simple giant, Dutch simply refuses to fight Kamala. But Lawler steps in to take the challenge, much to the crowd's delight. The inevitable run-in features Beautiful Bobbie Eaton (Midnight Express) and Brown Sugar coming to the aid of Kamala on Hart's order. Terry Taylor (The Rooster) and Steve Keirn (The Fabulous Ones) rush in to save Lawler.

Date: August 28, 1982
Location: WMC TV5 Studio, Memphis
Hosts: Lance Russell, Dave Brown
Referee: Jerry Calhoun.

From Playlist: "Memphis Wrestling (1982)"
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00:00 The Deal with Jerry and Memphis
00:00 Greg Gagne shoots on Jerry Lawler and Memphis
00:39 Lawler's Championship Victory and Its Aftermath
01:08 The Clash of the Champions and Financial Disputes
02:05 The Fallout: Unpaid Wrestlers and Broken Agreements
03:00 ESPN Contract Controversy
03:36 Unheard Stories and Failed Allegiances
04:02 Larry Zabisko's Championship Reign
04:12 The Decline of Talent
05:04 The Carrot of ESPN and WGN
05:40 Hogan's Potential Return
06:12 The New York Meeting
06:50 The Deal Falls Apart
07:08 Personal Sacrifices and Reflections
Learn how Jerry Jarrett navigated high-stakes business deals in Memphis wrestling and why promoters formed strategic alliances.

This discussion breaks down the behind-the-scenes reality of the territory era, specifically focusing on how Jerry Jarrett and other promoters organized to compete against larger industry entities. If you are interested in the granular details of how the wrestling business operated during this period, this analysis provides a clear look at the power dynamics involved.

We examine the specific tactics used to maintain control and survive in a competitive landscape. By looking at these past business decisions, you gain a better understanding of the structural challenges that defined Memphis wrestling and the broader industry.

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Part 1 of 4. The first and only appearance of Ric Flair in the Memphis studios leads to a NWA World Heavyweight title match versus Jerry Lawler to the delight of Memphis Wrestling fans.

"The Interview"

As NWA World Heavyweight Champion, one of Ric Flair's jobs was to travel to all the territories and have non-title matches with the local champion; putting the local yocal over as potentially having a shot at the belt. So it's business as usual here in Memphis for Ric--same game, different town--but also I think he wanted some TV time with Lawler who was becoming a crossover success with his Andy Kaufman angle.

During the interview, Ric fully exploits the mantle of Heavyweight Champion. His infamous arrogance puts a backhanded twist on every compliment and the fans quickly begin to get the feeling they're being insulted. Oh sure, we miserable fans in this Memphis Wrestling bubble wished to behold and admire the notorious NWA champ, but now... Hmmm. Now we're sort of hoping somebody would come along and shut him down. Perhaps a regal and charming local hero to reclaim Memphis' pride and dignity? (Wink wink.) Nope, not today. How about a yocal with a little poolhall hustle instead?

Date: August 14, 1982
Location: WMC TV5 Studio, Memphis
Interview: Lance Russell

This angle has four distinct parts:
1. The Interview: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDIneaiyP1s
2. The Hustle: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_GYGcGQbEU
3. The Match: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8psgP2yvLD4
4. The Meltdown: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzkDzOfqDfc

From Playlist: "Jerry Lawler vs Ric Flair (1982, Memphis)"
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