Matchmaker - Linus

During this blogger's recent visit to the Philippines, had the opportunity to meet two people whom are important in the wrestling scene.  I'm actually going to do the two separately.

 

Linus Joshua (hopefully the blogger has this correct.  If incorrect Linus, please message me and will correct) is a match maker for Dexcon.  For those not knowing what Dexcon is, the group began in 2023 promoting matches involving local pinoy and out of country wrestling talent as well as Meet And Greets.  

 

Their first show was, I believe, in August 2023.  In 2024, they will be hosting their third show, the weekend of October 12-13.


This blogger was at the show last year and was impressed with what happened.  The Meet And Greet and the wrestling show took place at the Brawl Pit Bulusan on a Monday which was a National holiday for the country.  Next to Brawl Pit is a nice cafe called Onyang's which I recommend to anyone who visits.

 

Honestly, I didn't remember if I met Linus at the August show last year but wanted to meet him last weekend.  This blogger was definitely humbled with the opportunity.

 

Linus and Dexcon have put on several exceptional shows.  The August 2023 show had local pinoy wrestlers from WUW - Philippines and current PUSO talent.  Alexis Lee, Poppy, Kojio Akumu and Steve The Teacher (now Afam Steve) were from promotions outside the Philippines and added a flavor that made it an entertaining evening.

 

Dexcon's shows this year have had the likes of the Calamari Drunken Kings (Chris Brookes and Masahiro Takanashi) and Zach Sabre Jr. at their two shows.  They were both well attended and were well quality events.  Dexcon deserves a lot of kudos for their effort.  Wrestle Storm and Dexcon Decada were superb!

Linus is not alone in the effort.  He has a support crew whom I chat with almost everyday that helps this blogger promote the shows better. 

 

Their next show is actually two shows as well as a Meet And Greet to my understanding.  The event will take place the weekend of October 12-13.  This blogger will have more on the event in the coming days.

Dexcon Wrestle Storn Recap

From the comments, video, pics and more, there is no question that pro wrestling in the Philippines had a very successful weekend!

 

The two day event featured a Meet And Greet known as Wrestle Bazaar.  That was held at Unbox Greenhills.  The Sunday event known as Wrestle Storm was the actual show that was held at the Brawl Pit Bulusan.  There were seven matches on the show according to sources.

 

Normally, there would be results for everyone.  There will be a stream of the show like there was last August.  At the appropriate time after people get a chance to see it, the results will then be posted.  

 

I've talked, messaged and texted with several people and have seen several photos, video and comments.  It appeared that the show was definitely a success.

 

From this sponsor, a special thank you to Shivam (SETUP), Calamari Drunken Kings (DDT, Chocopro and SETUP) and Kappa World Order (SETUP) for traveling all the way from Thailand and appearing at the show.  Shivam deserves a special thanks because he wrestled at a SETUP show in Thailand against Zach Sabre Jr. in a main event the night before!

 

Certainly, thank you to the wrestlers from World Underground Wrestling and Manila Wrestling Federation along with AFAM Steve, Pinoy Bulldog and, I believe, Silent D (correct me please if he is affiliated with a promotion).

 

Finally, thank you to Linus, Rosh, Cholo, Martin, Sonny Go who announced the show, and the staff who set up things like the wrestling ring and configuring the seating at the Brawl Pit Bulusan.  Finally, thank you to the wrestling fans who were there either one, or both, of the weekend events!

 

The Pinoy wrestling community is now experiencing the tenth year of modern pro wrestling in the Philippines.  Events such as the February Filipino Pro Wrestling show and this past weekend's Dexcon Wrestle Bazaar/Wrestle Storm event is getting things off to a great start in 2024!

 

Hopefully, Dexcon will have another wrestling event later this year.  Fans, if you would like to see one, please message them on their page on Faacebook.  Have a good week ahead everyone!

Dexcon Wrestle Storm Update #4

Hello World Underground Wrestling, Wrestle Storm and Pinoy wrestling fans.

 

It's Wednesday and you know what that means!

 

THIS coming weekend is Wrestle Storm weekend sponsored by Dexcon. 

 

On Saturday, March 23rd is the Meet And Greet to be held at Unbox Greenhills beginning at 12 NOON!

 

On Sunday, is the actual wrestling show to be held at the Brawl Pit Bulusan in Quezon City (Bulusan near Calamba Streets) beginning at 6pm!  Here is the latest and loaded updated lineup of matches for the show!  This is definitely an international event with five different countries participating!

 

Calamari Drunken Kings (Chris Brookes and Masahiro Takanashi)(c) vs Oro Plata Mata (Jake De Leon and Dabid Ravena for the IWA Japan SETUP Tag Team Championship.

Turn Zero Kill (Saint John Martin and Ken Cifer)(c) vs. The Gemini Kings (ROMEO and Main Maxx) for the World Underground Wrestling Tag Team Championship.

The Dream Match between Robin Sane (MWF and WUW) vs. Shivam (SETUP Pro Wrestling Thailand).

Razael vs. Zera.

Pinoy Bulldog vs. Kappa Kozo and Kappa Jr.

Chelsea Marie of MWF will be in action!

AFAM Steve will make his debut!

The Machine will be in action!

 

Tickets are still available.  For more information regarding the show and the Meet And Greet, PLEASE visit the Dexcon page on Facebook today! Regarding tickets, here is the link once again below this paragraph.  The link for tickets is also on the Dexcon page.  Thank you.

https://dexcon.helixpay.ph

Dexcon Wrestle Storm Update #3

A few hours ago, Dexcon Wrestle Storm matchmaker, Linus Santos has added another match for the upcoming show.

 

Razael will be returning to action at the Brawl Pit Bulusan on Sunday, March 24th.  He will be facing Zera in what will be an exciting and high flying match.  The first match will begin at 6pm!

 

 

For more information on the show and the Meet And Greet on Saturday, March 23rd at Unbox Greenhills beginning at 12 noon, please visit the Dexcon page on Facebook.  For tickets, please visit https://dexcon.helixpay.ph today!!

 

 

Early Bird available until Saturday, March 16th!

See you there and see you LASER!

Dexcon Wrestle Storm Update #2

Hello everyone!

 

Just a few hours ago, it has been announced by Pumi of SETUP Thailand and match maker, Linus Santos of Wrestle Storm that a major announcement has been made.

 

The main event between the   Calamari Drunken Kings, Chris Brookes and Masahiro Takanashi, and Oro Plata Mata's, Jake De Leon and Dabid Ravena is NOW going to be for the IWA Japan Setup World Tag Team Championship!!! 

 

Also, my apologies on this, but Manila Wrestling Federation's Chelsea Marie, will not only be at Saturday's Meet and Greet, but will also be in action at the Sunday show.  Her opponent has yet to be announced.  

 

Fans, if you have not bought tickets for the Meet And Greet on Saturday, March 23rd beginning at 12 noon, the show on March 24th at 6pm, or both, NOW is the time!

 

Get your tickets today at  https://dexcon.helixpay.ph/   Thank you!

Dexcon Wrestle Storm Update

This latest post regarding Dexcon - Wrestle Storm will be a challenge of sorts.  It is the type of post that this blogger has never done before.

 

AFAM Steve will be making his wrestling debut at Wrestle Storm.  His opponent has yet to be named as of this post.  However, the event will take place on the weekend of March 23-24th.  On the 23rd, there will be the Meet And Greet that will take place at Unbox Greenhills beginning at 12 noon.  On Sunday, the show will be at Brawl Pit Bulusan, Quezon City beginning at 6pm.

 

The first thing I though when seeing the video was Mick Foley of WWE and the different characters that he portrayed.  I'm not saying that AFAM Steve is trying to be Mick Foley.  However, this fan really liked him as Steve The Teacher, especially with the wrestler-fan interaction!

 

Word has it that after his loss to Ken Cifer at the WUW event last August, the artist known as Steve The Teacher, felt he needed a change.  After a few minutes of soul searching, he feels he found a new purpose in life.

 

This blogger has followed him on You Tube going back to the time of the pandemic.  Steve has had quite a career in both the United States and in China.  His debut last August at the Brawl Pit Bulusan may have not been what he was hoping for, which was a victory.  However, he came back after a two year absence.  A number of us who watched the match that night thought that Steve didn't miss a step.  It was also cool that day meeting an international wrestler who wrestled in several countries.  This was on top of wrestlers that I met from Southeast Asia.    

 

Now, following him on Facebook, he appears to be in great shape and am sure, he's looking forward to his match, no matter who it will be.  In the days ahead, this fan is looking forward, as all of us, to whom his opponent will be!

Dexcon - Wrestle Storm announcement

My favorite wrestling matchmaker, Linus Santos, made a major announcement regarding the Wrestle Storm show next month.  The event will take place on the weekend of March 23-24th.  More on the event later in the post.  I'm working on getting the video on the blog.  In the meantime, please check either the Dexcon or Pro Wrestling Asia pages.  It is worth watching.

 

Linus announced that the Kappa World Order (Kappa Kozo and Kappa Junior) will be at the Sunday show.  The venue is the Brawl Pit Bulusan beginning at 6pm.

 

Kappa World Order, if you are new to pro wrestling in the region, wrestles with the promotion, SETUP Thailand Pro Wrestling.  Let's just say that the two wrestlers are definitely worth going to watch.  Certainly, wrestling fans in Thailand have watched KWO for several years and have not been disappointed.  Also, if you plan on being at the show, besides having your ticket(s), please bring a cucumber or two.

 

There are other matches to be announced including Robin Sane's dream match opponent for the show.  Here is the schedule of events that weekend.

Meet And Greet - Saturday, March 23rd at Unbox Greenhills beginning at 12 noon!

Wrestling Show - Sunday, March 24th at Brawl Pit Bulusan beginning at 6pm.

For more on tickets and information, please see the Dexcon page on Facebook.  Thank you.

Wrestle Storm Update

Robin Sane, one of this blogger's favorite wrestlers, will be wrestling in an international  "dream match" at the Wrestle Storm event on Sunday, March 24th, 6pm at the Brawl Pit Bulusan in Quezon City.

 

I do not know who the opponent will be.  However, Linus, the matchmaker will have an announcement this coming weekend on who the wrestler might be plus any possible additional matches on the card.

 

Robin Sane has been one of my favorite wrestlers since I started following Pinoy wrestling several years ago.  He's an experienced wrestler with high flying maneuvers and a lot more.

 

For more information and tickets, please visit the Dexcon page on Facebook.  Besides the Sunday show, there is also a meet and greet on Saturday, March 23rd, 12:00 noon at Unbox Greenhills.  Thank you.

Wrestle Storm Update

Dexcon's event, Wrestle Storm, will take place the weekend of Saturday/Sunday, March 23-24th.

 

Matchmaker, Linus Santos, who is becoming one of the top matchmakers in the region, has come up with another tag team match for the March 24th show!

 

The team of Oro Plata Mata (MWF Pinoy Wrestling Champion, Jake De Leon and teammate, Dabid Ravena) will face the Calamari Drunken Kings (Chris Brookes and Masahiro Takanashi) in the second of two tag matches.

 

CDK as they are known, and as of this post, are the SPW Southeast Asia Tag Team Champions.  The team has wrestled throughout portions of Southeast Asia and has been a team to reckon with.

 

This is not to sell Oro Plata Mata short.  The Pinoy Wrestling fans, particularly at Manila Wrestling Federation shows know the capability of Jake De Leon and Dabid Ravena.  They are excellent singles wrestlers.  I've been told by sources that the two have tagged on occasions.  If I were CDK, this is a team not to be overlooked.

 

The other tag team match is for the WUW International Tag Team Championship.  TZK (Saint John Martin and Ken Cifer) will put the titles on the line against reunited Gemini Kings (ROMEO and Main Maxx).

 

There will be a Meet and Greet on Saturday, March 23rd at 12 noon at Unbox Greenhills.  The wrestling show will take place on Sunday, March 24th at Brawl Pit Bulusan in Quezon City at 6pm.

 

For more information on the show and tickets, please check the Dexcon page on Facebook!  Tickets are going well.       

Update On The Dexcon Event

 

CDK will be coming to the Philippines next March!

I've decided to paste the rest of the information so here is the scoop listed below.

The Calamari Drunken Kings (composed of Chris Brookes and Masa Takanashi) will be crashing the party and making their Philippine debut this March 24, 2024 at Brawl Pit Bulusan in Quezon City for WrestleStorm!

Chris Brookes (DDT Pro Wrestling) is a former KO-D Openweight champion and former two-time DDT Universal Champion.

Masahiro Takanashi (DDT Pro Wrestling) has held titles such as the DDT Extreme Championship and DDT Universal Championship to name a few. Masa-san is coming back to Manila after his first appearance in the country back in 2019.

The current SETUP Thailand Pro Wrestling Tag Team Champions have traveled all over Asia to face the best the country has to offer. Now one question remains.. who is ready to step up to the challenge?!

#WrestleStorm is a fun weekend for all pro wrestling enthusiasts. Follow Dexcon for more info.

#CDK #Dexcon #ddtpro