GCW owner Brett Lauderdale also came out to shut down the guys, as Abby puts it. I don't think there's anybody that could possibly think that we would come to Hammerstein Ballroom with anything less than our best. Not only did this event give the fans one of the most important main events for. And I understood people who were asking for an alternative, and I've constantly told them, just hang in there, be patient. This historic contract will do just that, allowing him to continue his in-ring career at a pace that is beneficial to his health, while beginning to focus on opportunities that take him towards the next phase of his career. The entire GCW catalog and library will be available. CMLL Martes de Arena Mexico (2/28/2023) Results: Atlantis, Los Infernales, Satanico, More Compete. A lot of people that work for WWE or AEW started at GCW or came through GCW. Over the next 12 months we're looking at including all of our partners, everything under the GCW umbrella. AEW Dark: Elevation Spoilers For 3/6 (Taped On 3/1). What's going on here, Brett? [16] In April 2018, GCW partnered with Matt Riddle to produce Matt Riddle's Bloodsport, a show that fused professional wrestling and mixed-martial arts rules. Of course, for the last few years, our shows have all been on FITE TV on a pay-per-view model, where people basically have to pay for each show or even by the bundle, depending on if it's a busy weekend or whatnot. Get exclusive pro wrestling content on Fightful Select, our premium news service! Internet Wrestling Database. GCW became known for producing several tournaments featuring independent wrestlers; including the Nick Gage Invitational Ultraviolent Tournament,[11] the Tournament of Survival[12] and the Acid Cup. Passionate pro wrestling fan. The following results are from a recent Ring Of Honor W AEW Revolution To Air Live On Bleacher Report This Sunday, ICW Results: 11th Annual Square Go! They are all under the same umbrella now. Hes just here because theres a side of him that still loves indie wrestling. Lauderdale is confident in this decision and said he would not make this move if it was not going to benefit GCW in the best way. In 2015, Brett Lauderdale bought famed independent promotion Jersey Championship Wrestling and rebranded it as Game Changer Wrestling. One of the topics discussed included Lauderdale revealing that GCW will be making an official announcement on November 1st regarding the future of GCW events on streaming services. This is a great opportunity for GCW and well see. But one thing that I've learned about Joey as well over the years is that you can never doubt him. Brett expressed that he felt it was not a good move. This page was last edited on 25 February 2023, at 00:40. You can hear the track below, but we must warn you that this is for mature audiences only. All of us that are under the FITE+ umbrella. Do you think it's out of the realm of possibility with this new regime that WWE could have a hand or some kind of participation in The Collective during a WrestleMania weekend or no? Or, you can follow us over on our Twitter and Facebook pages. GCW @ Atlanta, GA - WTBS Studios - January 14, 1984 TV taping: NWA World Champion Ric Flair defeated Zane Smith. We will make our first of many announcements this Saturday during GCWs event in Detroit, which will air LIVE on FiteTV!. So we have lots of friends in high places and all these companies. Of course, she's so busy on a day like WrestleMania. We had no indication there were any issues and are taking precautions to ensure there are no further incidents this evening. AEW most definitely respects that, and they respect Mox. Update: Brett Lauderdale has denied all allegations, and he is seeking legal council. (Editor's note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity.) They know that they're going to get their money's worth no matter what. Those comments prompted pro wrestlers John Wayne Murdoch, Reed Bentley and Manders to come from backstage to confront the group as the match continued, telling them to stop or leave. I guess he got cold feet or whatever Or somebody got in his ear, or whatever it was, and he just bailed out. And this is when Joey's literally at his best. However, thanks largely to the success of Joey Janela's Spring Break, the company has been able to expand its portfolio of work to also include Josh Barnett's Bloodsport, Effy's Big Gay Brunch, and AJ Gray's For The Culture. I totally got it. Known as the "Acid Cup," the 16-person single elimination tournament will stream live on IWTV.com at 7 p.m. Alex, another fan in attendance, says fans should be ejected for exhibiting such behavior. Of course, we are aware of the speculation and the rumors surrounding GCW right now. GCW owner Brett Lauderdale speaks with Fightful about the new direction for the company's streaming, as well as WWE and AEW rumorsExclusive! Jersey Championship Wrestling (JCW) was founded by independent wrestler Ricky Otazu, also known by his ring name of Ricky O,[1] in January 1999 in New Jersey. So $4.99 doesn't just get you GCW, it also gets our partners AIW, Black Label, and everybody else that's currently available on FITE+. "When we returned to LA in August, we were welcomed with open arms. I'm not Brandon Thurston here, but even I know that the numbers Because I know you guys are getting 30, 40 bucks, sometimes way more for these combo packages. It's not just a saying or something we promise. Wrestlers received: $15,000 in donations GCW recieved: $0 for stream, $0 for tickets" : SquaredCircle Brett Lauderdale: "GCW paid: $1000 for venue, $900 for production team, $1000+ for flights and hotels. . So I'm sure that lends to whatever relationship there may be. Things change so quick that it would behoove them to be aware of not just what GCW is doing, but everybody else in the independent landscape. The sold-out show will feature some of the companies most high profile matches to date, including some featuring top LGBTQ performers (EFFY vs. Jeff Jarrett, Allie Katch vs. Ruby Soho, Dark Sheik vs. an unannounced opponent). Multiple promotions have implemented some form of a fan code of conduct outlining conduct and speech that are prohibited, including the kind of speech present Saturday night, as a proactive measure against hateful conduct. Pro beachballs at pro wrestling shows, pro dives if someone catches, anti bullies, olives, and pineapples on pizza. Just hearing how they build these and put these togethers and hearing how much work and how much it actually costs to build these things which I learned theyre actually very expensive. Over the past several months, IWTV has made multiple attempts to address GCWs contractual concerns, including efforts to renegotiate and come to terms on a new agreement. I feel a spark again with Joey. He shared that Lauderdale was in contact with him about obtaining fake COVID-19 test results so that Lauderdale could continue running shows in the . They know that this Hammerstein Ballroom show is going to be a good deal. He uses the N-Word in reference to shooting a gun. And tell me a little bit more about what FITE+ is, because I know that Black Label Pro, it sounds like, is going to be doing this FITE+ thing. [17] Bloodsport would take place twice more in 2019, this time with the partnership of Josh Barnett. "Obviously, a lot that went into that, and probably parts of it that I probably can't talk about, or I shouldn't talk about, just out of respect to all parties. But again, just to remind everybody. The second tweet promoted this weeks SmackDown as well as WWE Crown Jewel. I think it's very possible that anything could happen. I see us doing more in Japan in 2023. In the lawsuit, IWTV says that damages cannot be calculated until GCW provides the full amount of revenue garnered by the pay-per-view events, but it is believed the damages are in excess of $500,000.. Lauderdale addressed the situation Sunday, stressing the group isnt indicative of the GCW fanbase. Every show we do, we put everything on the line. Learn more here. Over the top pageantry, right? Mox wanted to be here, and here he is.". It's just one of those things. So I'm excited for everybody to be able to catch up on what they might have missed and then join us now And new people I expect, and I hope, will join us along the way. Of course this is something that's been suggested, discussed many times over the years, the possibility of some sort of episodic program. 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We will have to see if these are just teases done to gain some publicity or if there is really a partnership in the works between the two promotions. I have sent countless proposals including one as recently as Mid-April, trying to find an amicable resolution including for #ToS666 weekend. Game Changer Wrestling (GCW), formerly known as Jersey Championship Wrestling (JCW), is an American independent professional wrestling promotion based in New Jersey. He also used the N-Word again in reference to an old busted p*ssy. This rap was full of slurs and offensive language. And both with our existing partners at Freedoms and also outside of Freedoms, we've started to make new relationships in Japan. GCW Owner Brett Lauderdale Discusses GCW's New FITE+ Deal, Possibly Working With WWE, Joey Janela's Future & More - Exclusive. The promotion specializes in hardcore wrestling, as well as mixed martial arts-inspired shoot style matches. He deserves, and has earned the right to be rewarded for 20+ years of hard work and sacrifice. And it's not just us. You can keep up with all your wrestling news right here on eWrestlingNews.com. We don't have B shows. Is there, before I stop the recording here today, anything else you want to touch on bring up that we didn't get to here today? It's not just us. Seasons maybe, if that makes sense. GCW owner Brett Lauderdale took to Twitter over the weekend to announce that a yearly pass for the promotion on FITE.tv is still in the works. Psycho Clown came out to the ring upon Dr. Wagner's victory and started taunting him, leading to a promo from Wagner where he challenged him to a mask vs. hair match at a future GCW event. In 2021, IWTV sued GCW for breach of contract. What does that look like for you guys? I know Kevin Gill is getting some really nice seats these days. What's your next market? In December 2020, Game Changer Wrestling formally announced that they were looking to be released from their contract with IWTV with GCW owner Brett Lauderdale saying at that time, "our existing agreement with IWTV isn't sustainable & we need a change.". There is a lot larger customer base available to them. He's not contracted to GCW, so certain things have to happen for it to happen. I do think it's possible, and I think anything's possible Something like that was discussed a few years ago. Get exclusive pro wrestling content on Fightful Select, our premium news service! So we are proud to announce today that we will be moving, not just all of our future live events, but our entire back catalog and library will now be available starting November 1st, today, on FITE+. [6], The promotion would remain dormant for nearly a decade until September 2013 when, after the closure of National Wrestling Superstars,[7] Otazu reclaimed the rights to JCW and reopened the promotion. You're starting to see GCW wrestlers pop up all over Japan, Freedoms, DDT, NOAH Again, I think this is just the beginning and that's really one of our targets for 2023. Jeff Jarrett, at 54, will step into the Hammerstein and make his GCW debut against EFFY. And I would love to see the Big Man come through GCW. And yeah, it was basically a done deal. And then when it became time to progress, DJ bailed. Brett Lauderdale has denied all allegations, and he is seeking legal council. He wanted and wants to be a part of this show. The first tweet teased major WrestleMania weekend news that was expected to be announced this week. GCW held their Drop Dead show on 10/22 and on 10/23, theyll be running their Moment of Clarity show from Columbus, Ohio. On December 26, 2020, Game Changer Wrestling (GCW) announced via social media that they unilaterally wished to be released from their distribution agreement with IndependentWrestling.TV (IWTV). GCW does care. GCW continued to run pay-per-view events, which were hosted on FITE TV, after trying to be released by their IWTV contract. Weve looked at every option, weve weighed every option, weve looked at the numbers of everything on all those options and what those numbers would mean, and what they could mean before coming to our conclusion and ultimately, I think the route were taking is the one that makes the mose sense for us, and will be the easiest transition for our fans, so I am again very excited for this and I think its great for the fans and I also think its great for GCW, and if I was not sure this was going to be great for GCW, I would not be doing it, because this is a game-changer in how people will view GCW and how it will be streamed and its a big difference in going from a literal every show is a pay-per-view model to what were going to be doing, so without the circumstances in place, I wouldnt be doing this and were very fortunate. Its not as simple as, you know, just creating a website and uploading a file of a wrestling, theres a lot more that goes into it. Hes one of the biggest stars in the world so to see him wearing our title belt and wearing GCW sweatshirts on TV and doing crazy matches for us when he doesnt have to do them, its obviously a big deal for GCW and it opens our eyes, it takes us beyond the indie wrestling bubble and introduces new fans to us that otherwise would never know what GCW is and furthermore, I mean when other wrestlers, AEW wrestlers or just top-name international talent or even just top indie wrestlers, when they see Moxley willing to come and do GCW, knowing that the guy doesnt need the money, its not about a payday. 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Weve explored everything from following models that are already in place for individual streaming networks to creating our own from scratch and this includes I did have meetings with literal developers, multiple, in different places. Im not going to tell you what it is, because Im not allowed to until the announcement is made, but I will tell you a little bit about the process, because this has been an ongoing process for over a year now, and weve had so many options on the table, weve explore everything from following models that are already in place for individual streaming networks to creating our own from scratch, and this includes, I did have meetings with literal developers, multiple in different places, talking to people who have helped build networks for other companies outside of wrestling and just hearing how they build these and put these together and hearing how much work and how much it actually costs to build these things, which I learned theyre actually very expensive. And I'm glad that it's finally here. He claimed that Lauderdale told him that he hoped his mother died while using a racial slur. The event was held at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City , marking the promotion's debut in the Hammerstein Ballroom and the first wrestling event held in the venue since 2019. GCW owner Brett Lauderdale took to Twitter over the weekend to announce that a yearly pass for the promotion on FITE.tv is still in the works. If you use any of the quotes above, please credit the original source with a h/t and link back to Fightful for the transcription. Brett Lauderdale: "GCW paid: $1000 for venue, $900 for production team, $1000+ for flights and hotels. Sunil still gets excited when he gets to tell people that he gets paid to watch pro wrestling. 9 Bought By Brett Lauderdale The revival of Jersey Championship Wrestling would last only a couple of years as the company would be purchased from Ricky O by Combat Zone Wrestling referee Brett Lauderdale and indie wrestler Danny Demanto in 2015. Odds & lines subject to change. All records shattered and its not even close. They would go right up to them during entrances and when the wrestlers went backstage.. Mike Gordon aka "Dirty" Ron McDonald posted in a facebook group on Wednesday that he helped company founder Brett Lauderdale fake COVID-19 test results. We would like to send you notifications for the latest news and updates. However, the lightheartedness of the experience was interrupted by an apparent altercation between Psycho Clown and Dr. Wagner. Got played and I shoulda known better. You can keep up with all your wrestling news right here on eWrestlingNews.com. 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