Wrestling Mayhem Show 953: Nine Hours, No Bathroom Breaks

Main Hosts: Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Rizz

Special Segment: Patreon in the Bank / Mayhem Mania Finale

News & Topics Discussed:

• WrestleMania Weekend Viewing Schedule:
  • WrestleMania will span 9 hours across both nights (3-hr pre-show, 4-hr show, 2-hr post-show).
  • Hosts reflect on the format, lack of pre-show matches, and the DJ used during early entrances.
• WrestleMania Bingo:
  • A fan-made bingo card for Mania viewing parties, highlighting recurring tropes (e.g., table spots, Spears, face paint).
• SmackDown Becoming WrestleMania SmackDown:
  • Discussion of how the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal is now traditionally on SmackDown.
  • Chad Gable is the panel’s pick to win the battle royal.
• Match Building Speculation:
  • Randy Orton vs. Solo Sikoa teased but unconfirmed.
  • Discussion of Nick Aldis taking a bump, possibly hinting at in-ring involvement.
  • Speculation about The Rock’s cryptic social media video wearing New Japan gear and holding a Rubik’s Cube.
• Potential WWE Signings:
  • Jeff Cobb and Naito possibly leaving NJPW, with Jeff rumored to be on WWE’s internal roster.
  • Jokes about WWE collecting NWA Champions and Lucha Underground alumni (e.g., Matanza, King Cuerno).
• Lucha Underground Nostalgia:
  • Praise for Lucha Underground’s storytelling and hope that WWE buys the rights for distribution.
• Top Matches Previewed:
  • Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena: “Cinema” potential, summer rematch teased.
  • Gunther vs. Jey Uso: Jey’s emotional promo and arc praised, panel agrees Jey must win.
  • Io Sky vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Bianca Belair: Io likely overlooked but expected to steal the show.
  • Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair: Potentially real-life heat discussed, “getting messy” in promos.
• Match Heat & Feuds:
  • Drew McIntyre vs. Damian Priest discussed as a “meaty men slapping meat” match.
  • LA Knight vs. Jacob Fatu praised for energy, expectation that Fatu wins unless Solo Sikoa interferes.
  • Logan Paul vs. AJ Styles with Karrion Kross involvement: Pressure placed on AJ storyline.
  • Naomi praised for recent performances against Jade Cargill.
• Missing from WrestleMania?:
  • Complaints about the Motor City Machine Guns and Chelsea Green not being on the main card.
• More Observations:
  • WWE producer chaos (e.g., Jason Jordan, Jamie Noble, Petey Williams).
  • FTR vs. Schiavone incident on Collision, with Nigel McGuinness threatening retaliation.
  • Carlito’s excellent bump work praised.
  • Minor injuries: Bron Breakker’s knee scare, but reportedly okay.

“What We Learned” Segment:

Each host reflects in a humorous or insightful way:

• Sorg: Discovered there’s a surprising amount of support for The Rock from within WWE despite his trolling.
• Podnar: Is both impressed and bewildered by Bayley Humphrey’s raw strength and potential.
• Rizz: Gained clarity that even the most absurd booking ideas—like Doink the Clown being a critical match element—can be compelling in the right context.