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WWE Survivor Series 2025 War Games Preview: The Brock Lesnar Problem WWE brings War Games to Petco Park tomorrow night in an outdoor spectacle featuring Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, and more locked in dual cages. But Dave Simon and Johnny North have serious questions about the format and the four-match card. Topics covered in this episode: Dave and Johnny break down both War Games matches, debate the value proposition of a four-match premium live event, and discuss the state of professional wrestling heading into the final weeks of 2025. 🎧 Listen to Wrestling Uncensored on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. 📺 Watch live Fridays at 10 PM ET on YouTube, Rumble, Twitch, DLive, and Kick. 💪 Support: membership.ringsidereport.net 🐦 Follow Dave: @davesimonmma

UFC 324 Interim Lightweight Title Fight Announced! Ilia Topuria steps away for family, so Justin Gaethje takes on Paddy Pimblett for interim gold on January 24 in Vegas – the first Paramount pay-per-view! Dave Simon, AJ D'Alesio, and Fred Garcia break down: 🎧 Listen to the podcast on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. 📺 Watch live Thursdays at 8 PM ET on YouTube, Rumble, Twitch, DLive, Kick, and Twitter. 💪 Support: membership.ringsidereport.net

AEW Full Gear Final Preview & WWE WarGames Teams are OFFICIAL! Dave Simon and Pro Wrestler Genesis Johnny North deliver your final preview before the marathon that is AEW Full Gear 2025! Plus, they break down a HUGE week of WWE programming as the card for Survivor Series: WarGames is locked in. ✆ WWE WarGames & Major News: Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar💲 AEW Full Gear Final Card Preview: The crew goes match-by-match on the massive AEW Full Gear card, debating who will walk out victorious: AEW World Title (Steel Cage Match):AEW Women's World Title:TNT Championship (No DQ):$1 Million Trios Match:Inaugural AEW National Champion:No Holds Barred:Plus:Movie Review: Stick around as Johnny North reviews the hyper-violent Finnish action film, Sisu! 🔴 LIVE EVERY FRIDAY AT 10 PM ET!🔗 USEFUL LINKS:🌐 Website: https://ringsidereport.net💳 Membership: https://membership.ringsidereport.net🎬 Channel Membership: https://join.ringsidereport.net🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ringsidereport📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578115006846🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ringsidereport.bsky.social📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/ringsidereport Follow Ringside Report Network: Check out articles and shows on all things combat sports at RingsideReport.net.

In this explosive episode of Ringside Report MMA, your hosts Dave Simon, Fred Garcia, and AJ D'Alesio dive deep into the biggest news in the combat sports world: Islam Makhachev's legendary win, the future of the Welterweight division, and a detailed preview of the upcoming UFC Qatar card! 👑 The Makachev Effect: Is He the GOAT? We break down Islam Makhachev's commanding, one-sided victory over Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 and discuss why his dominance makes him a two-division champion in "rarefied air". The crew debates whether Makhachev should now be in the conversation for the greatest MMA fighters of all time. Plus, we look at the incredible coaching dynasty out of Dagestan, led by Javier Mendez, Khabib Nurmagomedov, and the AKA team, and question whether Mendez is now the greatest coach in MMA history. 🔥 UFC Qatar Preview: Usman "Irrelevant"? The conversation heats up as we look ahead to UFC Qatar! Usman vs. The Welterweight Future:The Dream Matchup:onlyShavkat RakhmonovMain & Co-Main Breakdown:Dave and the crew are highly confident in the main and co-main winners and share their best UFC Betting Parlays for the card. 🤼 Wrestling Updates: WWE Survivor Series We quickly touch on the Pro Wrestling world, looking at the stacked teams for WWE's upcoming War Games Survivor Series. The teams feature major names like Brock Lesnar, CM Punk, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and Logan Paul. Tune in to catch all the hard-hitting analysis, bold predictions, and fiery combat sports discussion! --- Ringside Report MMA airs live every Thursday at 8 PM Eastern Time on YouTube and is part of the Ringside Report Network, your source for all things combat sports.

John Cena wins the Intercontinental Championship for the FIRST TIME in his legendary career! Dave Simon and pro wrestler "Genesis" Johnny North deliver their honest take on Cena vs. Dominik Mysterio, and it's not pretty. Plus: Zack Ryder's shocking SmackDown return (Johnny was on the same show with Matt Cardona days earlier!), War Games teams revealed, Nikki Bella turns heel, Jesse Ventura RELEASED, and Chris Jericho's inevitable WWE return. On the AEW side: Blood and Guts delivers absolute CHAOS with Darby Allin literally set on fire, Jon Moxley tapping out to Kyle O'Reilly, and Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat showing how to use legends properly. All this plus Dave's Top 5 Wrestlers of All Time and Full Gear predictions! 🔴 Live Fridays 10 PM ET🌐 ringsidereport.net💰 membership.ringsidereport.net

UFC 322 PREVIEW: Islam Makhachev vs Jack Della Maddalena at Madison Square Garden Dave Simon goes against the grain with a BOLD main event prediction – he's picking Jack Della Maddalena to upset pound-for-pound king Islam Makhachev at +215 odds. Is the Dagestani aura fading? Can the Australian welterweight champion defend the takedowns from a natural lightweight? Dave breaks down why size, age, and recent competition quality all favor Della Maddalena. AJ D'Alesio counters with Islam's legendary training camp intensity and championship pedigree. ALSO COVERED: Plus: Aaron Judge wins third MVP, Blue Jays World Series heartbreak debate, and all the combat sports news you need. JOIN US LIVE Saturday, 10 PM ET for our UFC 322 Watch-Along with Dave, Fred, and AJ! New episodes every Thursday at 8 PM ET.Wrestling Uncensored every Friday at 10 PM ET. https://ringsidereport.nethttps://membership.ringsidereport.net The Combat Sports Authority – Ringside Report Network

CM PUNK Wins Title, Logan Paul Turns Heel! Jade Cargill Dominance, AEW Full Gear Final Hype This episode of Wrestling Uncensored features Dave Simon and Ben Simon (filling in for the wrestling-in-Sudbury Pro Wrestler Genesis Johnny North) delivering the definitive, two-hour breakdown of the week's biggest stories in combat sports. 🛑 WWE: SHOCKWAVE AND WARGAMES CM Punk's Surprise Title Win:The Logan Paul Heel Turn:Cody Rhodes' Excellence:Dirty Dom's Ceiling: 🔥 WWE WOMEN'S DIVISION DOMINANCE Jaded:Unmatched Depth: 💥 AEW FULL GEAR BOOKING CRISIS "Big Bull or Wrong":Stakes and Star Power:Mark Briscoe 🥊 COMBAT SPORTS PREVIEW: UFC 322 TKO Takeover:Jack Della Maddalena vs. Islam MakhachevValentina Shevchenko vs. Zhang Weili Join the team! Become a recurring supporter at membership.ringsidereport.net and check out our website at ringsidereport.net.

Halloween might be over, but things are "still spooky" in the UFC. The sport is reeling from a major betting scandal after the Isaac Dulgarian vs. Yadier del Valle fight, and Dave, Fred, and AJ are digging into the details. The crew discusses the suspicious betting lines [cite: 27], Dulgarian's "weird" performance [cite: 35], and the fact that the FBI is now officially investigating[cite: 22]. Why did the UFC let the fight happen, and how deep does this go? [cite: 39] Is this connected to the James Krause scandal? Then, the guys shift to the massive card coming to MSG: UFC 322. They break down the two epic champ vs. champ fights: Islam Makhachev vs. Jack Della Maddalena:Zhang Weili vs. Valentina Shevchenko:PLUS: The disastrous Aspinall vs. Gane eye-poke [cite: 492], the debate on fighter pay [cite: 254], and a preview of this weekend's "not great" Fight Night[cite: 369]. --- Support the Ringside Report Network: Website: https://ringsidereport.net Memberships: membership.ringside report.net YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ringsidereport.net Ringside Report MMA broadcasts live every Thursday at 8 PM Eastern.

Dave Simon and Johnny North deliver a comprehensive breakdown of tonight's WWE Saturday Night's Main Event from San Antonio's Frost Bank Center. The hosts analyze Gunther's World Heavyweight Championship defense against Cody Rhodes, predict the outcome of Bron Breakker vs Sheamus for the Intercontinental Championship, and discuss the Women's World Championship rematch between Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley. Beyond the match predictions, the conversation explores John Cena's polarizing retirement tour, Kit Wilson's unexpected singles push following Elton Prince's injury, and WWE's missed opportunity to embrace Halloween on SmackDown despite the perfect setup. The AEW Dynamite discussion focuses on Hangman Adam Page's creative Tony Schiavani disguise to attack Samoa Joe—a concept the hosts loved but felt suffered from execution issues that diminished the segment's impact. Dave and Johnny close with industry observations including TKO's Nashville cross-promotion weekend, Nick Khan's World Series appearance, and Ronda Rousey's controversial recent comments about Khabib Nurmagomedov and Joe Rogan. Unfiltered wrestling analysis from the Combat Sports Authority. No corporate spin, just honest perspectives from two insiders who aren't afraid to call out creative missteps while celebrating strong storytelling. 🔴 Watch Wrestling Uncensored live Fridays at 10 PM ET on YouTube, Rumble, Twitch, DLive, and Kick. 🌐 Visit RingsideReport.net for articles, analysis, and more. 💰 Support at membership.ringsidereport.net

Dave Simon and Brother Ben Simon deliver a must-listen preview of next week's Saturday Night's Main Event, breaking down the surprising CM Punk vs. Jey Uso World Championship match that nobody saw coming when Seth Rollins went down with an injury. WWE SATURDAY NIGHT'S MAIN EVENT PREVIEW: AEW WRESTLEDREAM 2025 REVIEW: The Simon Brothers combine passionate analysis with brutal honesty, questioning booking decisions while acknowledging AEW has the best wrestling matches in the world—if only they'd learn to edit. 🔴 WATCH LIVE: Wrestling Uncensored every Friday at 10 PM ET on YouTube, Rumble, Twitch, and Kick 🌐 MORE CONTENT: ringsidereport.net 🛍️ MERCH: merch.ringsidereport.net HOSTS: Dave Simon & Brother Ben Simon TOPICS: WWE, AEW, Saturday Night's Main Event, CM Punk, Jey Uso, Bron Breakker, WrestleDream, Jon Moxley, Darby Allin, Sting, Young Bucks, Jurassic Express, Paul Heyman, The Bloodline, Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, Tony Khan

Dave Simon, AJ D'Alesio, and Fred Garcia break down this weekend's UFC 321 card in Abu Dhabi, featuring Tom Aspinall defending his heavyweight title against Ciryl Gane. Can the French kickboxer pull off a massive upset? Why does Dave think Gane has a real shot and is "rooting for chaos"?This episode covers: ✅ UFC 321 full main card predictions & analysis (10:12)✅ Aspinall vs Gane: Why this could be closer than you think (15:51)✅ Mackenzie Dern vs Virna Jandiroba for the vacant strawweight title (23:00)✅ Umar Nurmagomedov vs Mario Bautista breakdown (31:40)✅ Dave's CRAZY triple underdog parlay revealed (41:39)✅ AJ's 5-fight safer parlay strategy (48:43)✅ UFC Vancouver complete recap: What went wrong with RDR? (51:23)✅ Canadian success stories: Malott upsets Holland, Jourdain's submission masterclass, Zahabi decisions Vera (55:34)✅ Middleweight title picture: Imavov vs Strickland debate (53:50)✅ Why the Jourdain brothers might be Canada's answer to the Diaz brothers 💰 BETTING HIGHLIGHTS:Dave goes all-in on underdogs with Gane + Jandiroba + VolkovAJ plays it safe with favorites after last week's disasterThe crew debates whether Aspinall has actually beaten elite competition 🇨🇦 VANCOUVER FALLOUT:Reinier de Ridder came in with a broken rib and got TKO'd by Brendan Allen. Mike Malott cracks the top 15. Charles Jourdain submits Davey Grant in Round 1. The crew admits their parlays got torched, but they celebrate Canadian victories.The crew delivers brutally honest fight analysis, betting insights, and plenty of laughs along the way (including Dave's green Yeezys fashion show). After their UFC Vancouver predictions crashed spectacularly, they're back with renewed confidence and zero BS. Recorded October 23, 2025 at 8:14 PM ET | UFC 321 takes place October 25, 2025 at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi 🎙️ RINGSIDE REPORT MMA - The Combat Sports AuthorityLive every Thursday 8PM ET on YouTube, Rumble, Twitch, DLive & KickVisit: ringsidereport.netBecome a member: membership.ringsidereport.netBetting link: bet99.ringsidereport.net#UFC321 #MMA #UFCPredictions #AspinallvsGane #MackenzieDern #UFCBetting #CombatSports #TomAspinall #CirylGane #UFCVancouver ⚠️ Gambling disclaimer: Betting picks for entertainment only. Gamble responsibly.

UFC Vancouver Preview: De Ridder vs Allen + Pereira's Next Move | Ringside Report MMA Dave Simon, AJ D'Alesio, and Fred Garcia deliver a comprehensive breakdown of this Saturday's UFC Fight Night from Vancouver, featuring former ONE Championship double-champ Reinier de Ridder taking on Brendan Allen in what could be a middleweight title eliminator! IN THIS EPISODE: PEREIRA-ANKALAEV FALLOUT - The hosts analyze Alex Pereira's stunning first-round knockout of Magomed Ankalaev and debate whether the trilogy fight makes sense or if "Poatan" should move up to heavyweight to face the Gane-Aspinall winner. MAIN EVENT BREAKDOWN - De Ridder vs Allen could determine the next challenger for Khamzat Chimaev's middleweight title. Fred argues that RDR's win over Whittaker is the deciding factor, while Dave questions whether beating Allen (instead of the injured Anthony Hernandez) is enough. ZAHABI'S BIG MOMENT - Montreal's Aiman Zahabi gets his toughest test against former title challenger Marlon "Chito" Vera. On a six-fight win streak after beating Jose Aldo, can the 37-year-old break into the top five? AJ breaks down the age advantage and Fred calls it a "very winnable fight." CANADIAN SPOTLIGHT - Mike Malott faces Kevin Holland in the co-main, Charles Jourdain battles Davey Grant, and several other Canadians look to shine on home soil. AJ goes ALL-IN on the Canadians with his betting parlay! MERAB MANIA - Is Merab Dvalishvili the fighter of 2025? The hosts discuss his historic four title defenses in one calendar year and why he deserves the #1 pound-for-pound ranking. Fred praises his personality, and Dave celebrates how dominant "The Machine" has been. HEAVYWEIGHT FUTURES - Next week's Aspinall vs Gane fight could be Jon Jones' worst nightmare. The crew debates whether Cyril can pull the upset and discusses the weak state of the heavyweight division. BETTING PICKS: - Dave's Safe Parlay: RDR, Holland, Bekoev - Fred's Title Shot Special: RDR, Zahabi - AJ's Canadian Explosion: 5-fight all-Canadian parlay for 9-1 odds! Place your bets at bet99.ringsidereport.net Whether you're looking for expert fight analysis, insider betting picks, or passionate MMA debate, Ringside Report MMA has you covered every week! FOLLOW RINGSIDE REPORT: 🌐 Website: ringsidereport.net 📺 YouTube, Rumble, Twitch, Kick (LIVE Thursdays 8PM ET) 💰 Betting Link: bet99.ringsidereport.net 💪 Support: membership.ringsidereport.net SUBSCRIBE for weekly UFC breakdowns, fight predictions, and live watch-alongs! #UFC #MMA #UFCVancouver #MMApodcast #UFCPredictions #FightAnalysis #Bet99 #RingsideReport #AlexPereira #MerabDvalishvili #KhamzatChimaev #AimanZahabi #MikeMalott #ReinierDeRidder

On this episode of Wrestling Uncensored, co-hosts Dave Simon and Pro Wrestler Genesis Johnny North deliver their candid pre-show breakdown of WWE Crown Jewel 2025, live from Perth, Australia! Dave and Johnny pull no punches as they discuss: Championship Match Predictions: Who needs the win more between Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes? Why Stephanie Vaquer is poised for victory over Tiffany Stratton. Nostalgia Bouts: Is John Cena vs. AJ Styles truly a "glorified" exhibition with no real stakes? The Tribal Chief's Return: The hosts' frustration with the Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed rematch and why the outcome is inevitable. Rhea Ripley's Homecoming: Despite a "horrible" build, why Rhea and Eosky are a lock to win against The Kabuki Warriors in Australia. The "Spot Show" Verdict: Dave's unflinching analysis of what Crown Jewel 2025 really represents for the WWE and its long-term storylines. Looking Ahead: Discussions on a potential Gunther vs. John Cena retirement match, Santos Escobar's re-signing, the intriguing Bloodline drama on Raw, and the state of the women's division. Tune in for all the predictions, passionate commentary, and a dose of reality about WWE's latest international spectacle! Wrestling Uncensored airs live Friday nights at 10 PM Eastern on the Ringside Report Network YouTube channel. Find more combat sports coverage at Ringside Report Network (https://ringsidereport.net).

Is Merab Dvalishvili the best fighter in the world? On the Ringside Report MMA show, Dave Simon and Fred Garcia make the case for why "The Machine" is on the cusp of becoming the true pound-for-pound king. This week's episode goes beyond the main event, giving you the in-depth, no-holds-barred analysis you can only get from Ringside Report. The hosts break down the main event rematch between Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira and share their official predictions and betting slips for the entire UFC 320 card. They also preview the dangerous return of Jiří Procházka and a whole lot more. Subscribe and Follow Ringside Report MMA for weekly episodes covering the UFC, PFL, and all things combat sports. Episode Highlights:

On this week's episode of Wrestling Uncensored, Dave Simon and Genesis Johnny North are back to break down a wild week in pro wrestling. We start with the chaotic conclusion of the Jade Cargill, Nia Jax, and Tiffany Stratton triple threat match on WWE SmackDown—was it the worst finish ever? We dive into what went wrong and how it exposes the current creative direction under Triple H. From there, we look ahead to Crown Jewel in Perth, Australia, and discuss why the champion-versus-champion matches on the card don't make sense. Plus, we give our thoughts on AEW roster moves, Adam "Edge" Copeland's television break, and who should be John Cena's final opponent. Join us for unfiltered analysis on all the hot topics in wrestling, including the state of WWE commentary, the outrageous WrestleMania ticket prices, and our ongoing frustration with wrestling's creative choices. This is a can't-miss episode for any fan of WWE or AEW. Key Segments: SmackDown's "Total Debacle": The Jade Cargill Disaster Crown Jewel Preview: Champion vs. Champion Confusion AEW Updates: Edge's Break, Darby Allin's Flamethrower John Cena's Final Run Commentary Team Chaos & WWE's Identity Crisis Triple H's Creative Limitations Exposed Check out the video version of this episode on the Ringside Report Network YouTube channel! https://youtube.com/@ringsidereport.net 🔗 LINKS & SOCIAL:🌐 Website: https://ringsidereport.net💳 Membership: https://membership.ringsidereport.net🎬 Channel Membership: https://join.ringsidereport.net🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/ringsidereport📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578115006846🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ringsidereport.bsky.social📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/ringsidereport

On this episode, the Ringside Report MMA crew breaks down the bizarre UFC Perth schedule and dives into the highly anticipated UFC 320. Get their full betting picks, fight-by-fight analysis, and bold predictions for Ankalaev vs. Pereira, Dvalishvili vs. Sandhagen, and more! They also discuss Conor McGregor's future and the latest in combat sports news.

In this special 750th episode of Wrestling Uncensored, co-hosts Dave and Ben Simon dive into the most pressing issues facing professional wrestling. While WWE's "Wrestlepalooza" and AEW's "All Out" promise a weekend of action, the conversation focuses on the underlying problems in the industry. Dave and Ben give their uncensored thoughts on: Controversial returns and the companies' willingness to overlook baggage. The creative choices are making a stacked weekend feel like a chore. The differences in booking philosophy between WWE and AEW, and why one is more compelling. The misuse of returning talent and the frustrating lack of focus in major promotions. If you're a wrestling fan who's tired of the same old narratives, this is the discussion you've been waiting for. Find us online at: Website: https://ringsidereport.net Twitter: @ringsidereport YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ringsidereport.net Ringside Report Network covers all of combat sports, from MMA to pro wrestling. Check out Ringside Report MMA on Thursdays at 8 PM ET and Wrestling Uncensored on Fridays at 10 PM ET, live on YouTube and all podcast platforms.

Dave Simon and professional wrestler "Genesis" Johnny North deliver unfiltered wrestling commentary on WWE's shocking announcement that WrestleMania 43 will take place in Saudi Arabia in 2027. The hosts don't hold back, predicting it could be the "worst WrestleMania of all time" while discussing the controversial human rights implications of the deal. This episode also covers the stacked September 20th wrestling lineup featuring WWE's historic Wrestlepalooza revival in Indianapolis (John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar, CM Punk & AJ Lee vs. Seth Rollins & Becky Lynch) and AEW All Out in Toronto (Adam Copeland & Christian Cage vs. FTR, Hangman Adam Page defending against Kyle Fletcher). Plus: SmackDown match reviews, AJ Lee's return assessment, Daniel Garcia's heel turn in AEW, commentary improvements across wrestling programming, and why the Saudi WrestleMania could spell disaster for the independent wrestling scene. Wrestling Uncensored broadcasts live every Friday at 10 PM ET on YouTube, Rumble, Twitch, X (formerly Twitter), and Kick. Subscribe for weekly unfiltered wrestling analysis from two hosts who aren't afraid to speak their minds.

The Ringside Report MMA crew is back with a full preview of UFC Noches! Dave Simon, Fred Garcia, and AJ D'Alesio break down the main event between Diego Lopes and Jean Silva, discuss the fallout from UFC France, and debate who should get the next middleweight title shot. Get their official betting slips and hear their full predictions for the card. New episodes of Ringside Report MMA drop every Thursday night.

Wrestling Uncensored #748: Dave Simon and Johnny North break down AJ Lee's shocking WWE SmackDown return, which has ignited a massive counter-programming battle between WWE and AEW! We analyze the strategic moves from both sides as Wrestlepalooza goes head-to-head with All Out. From AJ Lee's emotional comeback and the blockbuster mixed tag match, to AEW's unprecedented time change, get all the insights on who's winning the modern-day ratings war and what it means for the future of pro wrestling.