The Heart Of A Champion

This blogger wasn't certain how to write this post and when he was going to do it.  However, now is the time to share it with everyone.

 

The Walking Death, Mike Madrigal of Filipino Pro Wrestling, will always be a champion in my book. As those of you know, Mike held the FPW Championship for 547 days.  

 

He took on all comers from the company that he wrestles for in the Philippines.  Earlier this year, he traveled to Malaysia to take part in a four way match for the prestigious title, and won.  Since wrestling returned to the Philippines, and the world after the Covid pandemic, he was undefeated in singles action.

 

The defeat to Jeff Cobb was, in no way, an upset.  I've had a chance to see Jeff Cobb live a couple of times when Cobb wrestled locally for an independent promotion in the Bay Area, and with New Japan Pro Wrestling.  Since the first time watching back in a local auditorium in Daly City, Jeff Cobb has improved greatly in his craft.  In fact, I'm sure that Mike Madrigal has, and will continue to improve from the experience from last month's match.

 

A little over a year ago, this blogger had an opportunity to interview him on this blog.  This happened after seeing my first FPW show.  The banger of a match that he had with Duke Ortega in August 2023 had this fan standing at the conclusion of the match.  It was that good.  I knew that FPW had a champion that they were proud of.  I had a chance to talk with Mike briefly after the show and it was an experience not to be forgotten.  

 

Mike was gracious and candid with what he said in the interview.  At the time, he wants to take pro wrestling, and with FPW to the next level.  There is no question in my mind that Mike and FPW have done just that.

 

Jeff Cobb has said that he will defend the title again in the Philippines, Japan and possibly other Southeast Asian locations.  As far as Mike Madrigal is concerned, don't be surprised if he gets another title shot down the line, as early as 2025!  He'll always be a champion!  

Robin Sane Wrestling In Thailand

Haven't been on social media much lately but this just got my eye.

 

Robin Sane, legendary Filipino wrestler and SETUP Thailand's Monomoth, will be taking on The Good Deal.  The match will be for The International Wrestling Association Japan x SETUP World Tag Team Championship.  

 

The event will take place on Saturday, November 30th at SETUP Thailand's next show, Year End Climax.  The event takes place once again at The Circus Studio, G Village Bangkok, beginning at 6:30pm.

Also on the show, here are the other matches scheduled....

Jonathan Johnson (c) vs. "The Statement" Andruew Tang for the SETUP Thailand Pro Wrestling Openweight Championship.

Gunn vs. The Debuting International Wrestler in a singles match.

Matcha (c) vs. Pom Harajuku for the SETUP All Asia Women's Championship in a No Disqualification match.

Paska vs. G Sharpe in a Special Singles match.

Also, a SETUP Thailand Openweight: Rights To Challenge Anywhere, Anytime Fantasy Rumble Over The Top Rope Match.

 

For more, including tickets, please visit the SETUP Thailand Pro Wrestling Facebook page.  Thank you.

Pusong Pinoy Update #1

Hello everyone!

 

There has been an update regarding the Pinoy women's gauntlet match for the Pusong Pinoy - Puso Wrestling show.

 

Robynn from Filipino Pro Wrestling has been added to the Pwersang Pinay Gauntlet match scheduled for Saturday, November 30th.  This fan had an opportunity to see Robynn in action in August 2023 and she's, more than capable, to win the event.  Robynn defeated Thiago in a single's match that day.

 

The event, as mentioned, will take place on Saturday, November 30th at Brawl Pit Bulusan beginning at 6pm.  For more, including tickets, please visit the PUSO Wrestling Facebook page.  Thank you. 

Puso Wrestling's Next Show

Hello everyone!  Apologies for not posting lately.

 

PUSO Wrestling's next show, Pusong Pinoy, will take place on Saturday, November 30th.  The venue is once again the Brawl Pit Bulusan in Quezon City beginning at 6pm.  Here is what is happening.

 

The finals for the inaugural Pusong Pinoy Wrestling Championship will be decided that evening.  Aaron Liwanag will take on Main Maxx in what will be a banger of a match!  Both wrestlers are undefeated since PUSO Wrestling began last summer.  Aaron Liwanag will be battling for his first championship while Main Maxx will battle for his first championship in several years.

 

In other matches signed,  Dabid Ravena and Kurt Jiminez, returning to action, will face Nigel San Jose and Fabio Makisig, returning to action.  Ravena and Jiminez are part of the revival group, MSG led by Mr. Sy along with the Pinay Vixen, Chelsea Marie.  Nigel San Jose and Fabio Makisig have teamed up before in tag team action and will prove a huge test, and revenge, against the MSG team.

 

There will also be a Pwersang Pinay Gauntlet match involving Crystal, Chelsea Marie, Joya, Super P., Patricia Ligaia, Roxxy from Wrestlefest DXB (Dubai) and a wrestler yet to be named.  Yappy will be the special guest referee for the match.

 

In a three way, Mr. Philippine Wrestling's, Jake De Leon will take on Shaheen from Wrestlefest DXB and Shigehiro Irie from Japan in a huge encounter.

 

Also, Isaiah Valencia will take on Jomar in singles action.

 

In a four way for the #1 contender for the Pusong Pinoy Wrestling Championship, it will be Danny Zamora vs. Joey Rosas vs. Ken Cifer vs. El Kapitunero.  The winner of this match will get a title shot at whoever is the champion.

 

Finally, there will be a tag match between Hakai Mateo and Alien Friend vs. Serafin Liwanag and Kapatid na ???.  The stipulation is this per General Manager, Sonny Go.  If Hakai Mateo and Alien Friend win the match, Serafin Liwanag and Kapatid na ??? will be barred from ringside during the Pusong Pinoy Championship Match.

 

For more information, including tickets, please visit the PUSO Wrestling Facebook page.  Thank you.

FPW Astig October Show Update #3

Hello everyone.

 

There have been several updates for the FPW Astig October 20th show since the last post.  The event will take place on Sunday, October 20th, 2pm at the Baked Studios in Makati City.

 

As noted on the top of the post, LegenDarius will make his wrestling debut.  He will team up with Jason Rex and the team will take on Dax Xaviera and AB3.

 

Robynn will return to FPW after an injury earlier this year and be in action.

 

Vandals Manila (The Yolo Twins and Quatro) will also be in action in the next show.

 

Jeffrey will take on Thiago in a rematch of a match earlier this year.

 

SPD (formerly Shaun P. Diddy) from Grapplemax Pro Wrestling Singapore will make his Philippines debut at the show against an opponent yet to be named.

 

Finally, Outback Adam who has wrestled at an FPW event before, will return in singles action against Idol James Martinez.

 

For more information, including tickets, please visit the FPW - Filipino Pro Wrestling Facebook page.  Thank you.

Jam Of The Joshi's Update #3

Hello everyone!

 

There have been several matches that have been added for the Dexcon event happening on the weekend of October 12th and 13th. 

 

Beginning with Saturday's Graveyard Shift show, one match will feature Dr. Gore and Supervillain P. vs. Wonderpatricia and Megajdl.

 

On Sunday's Jam Of The Joshi's, the SETUP Thailand Openweight Championship will be up for grabs.  The champion, Jonathan Johnson will face Dabid Ravena, Jake DeLeon and Crystal in a four way match.  

 

Also, TZK (Saint John Martin and Ken Cifer), the WUW World Tag Team Champions, will put the title on the line against Kappachan with Matchmaker Linus.

 

Finally, Patricia Ligaia and SETUP's Monomoth will take on Joey Rosas and Robin Sane in a tag match.

 

For more information on the show including tickets, please visit the Dexcon Facebook page.  Thank you.

FPW Astig October Show Update #2

Hello everyone!

 

A day or so ago, this blogger mentioned about the main event for the FPW Astig's October show.  That would be the FPW Championship match between current champion, Mike Madrigal and New Japan Pro Wrestling's, Jeff Cobb.

 

For those wondering on when the show will take place, it is on Sunday, October 20th, 2pm at Baked Studios in Makati City, Philippines.

 

One additional match has already been announced and is very important for all three wrestlers.

 

A Triple Threat match between Chino Guinto, Ralph Imabayashi and Duke Ortega is one match that in this blogger's opinion, is a Main Event anywhere in Southeast Asia.

 

Starting with Chino Guinto, every upcoming match for him is like an elimination game in the NBA Playoffs.  Win and continue wrestling.  Lose and retire.  Chino has done his best wrestling, according to sources, and has aspirations towards an FPW Championship Title shot in the future.

 

Ralph Imabayashi wants to continue to prove, not only to himself, but to the fans, that he's the best grappler.  He has proven that throughout his career wrestling in the Philippines.  With a win, he could definitely be just that, and very likely, another FPW title shot! 

 

Duke Ortega wants to make a point.  He has improved since the day Filipino Pro Wrestling began.  He has done very well in numerous matches that he has taken part in.  He may be overlooked by some fans, but in a triple threat match, anything can happen.  This blogger doesn't sell him short.

 

For more information, including tickets, please visit the FPW - Filipino Pro Wrestling Facebook page.  Thank you.

A New Stable In Town (Part 2)

The MSG stable from left to right, Dabid Ravena, Chelsea Marie, Mr. Sy and Kurt Jiminez.  Photo courtesy of Delight 37:4.

 

Hello everyone!

 

In Part One of A New Stable In Town, this blogger shared the formation of a new stable with Filipino Pro Wrestling.  That would be LegenDarius and Jason Rex.  The duo joined forces at the July FPW Astig show.  Things became official a couple of months later at the FPW Unfinished Business show following the match.

 

Fast forward one week later, another stable has been formed, this time with PUSO Wrestling.  This is what happened per sources since this blogger wasn't there to witness the action.

 

Following a grueling and banger of a match between Dabid Ravena and Danny Zamora, Mr. Sy came into the ring.  The last time pinoy wrestling fans saw Mr. Sy was at the final Manila Wrestling Federation show when he was the manager of the successful group known as Oro Plata Mata.  Ravena was part of the group at the time.

 

Mr Sy mentioned to those in attendance that "there has to be change" while attending to Ravena.  Kurt Jiminez, a wrestler on the mend with PUSO Wrestling was there as well.

 

Following the Main Event match between Chelsea Marie and Joya, it was revealed that a new stable known as MSG was formed.

 

Chelsea Marie would be joined by Dabid Ravena, Mr. Sy and Kurt Jiminez to become the latest stable.  It will be interesting to see how this group turns out.  Certainly, OPM worked out well in the previous promotion.  There's reason to believe that MSG will do just as well if not better!

FPW Astig October Show Update

Next week, this blogger will update readers on Filipino Pro Wrestling Astig's October show with the updated lineup of events.  The next show will be held at Baked Studios, Makati City on Sunday, October 20th beginning at 2pm.

 

Headlining this show will be a huge main event for the FPW Championship.  Mike Madrigal, the current FPW Champion, will have his toughest test to date.  His opponent is someone that is well known throughout Japan and in North America.  Jeff Cobb is his name and is currently the NJPW Television Champion.

 

This blogger has seen Jeff Cobb twice.  I saw him in a local promotion back in 2017 at an All Pro Wrestling show that was held in the Cow Palace in Daly City.  He won a four way match for APW's Universal Title.  A year later, at my first ever NJPW show, also at the Cow Palace, he fell short to Hiroshi Goto for the NJPW Never Openweight Title.

 

Cobb has wrestled in the Philippines once before to my understanding.  He faced Chris Panzer and Quatro in a three way match for the PWR Title in which Panzer won in 2019.

 

Regarding Mike Madrigal, he has taken on all comers since winning the title in 2023.  He won a three-way to win the title, traveled to Malaysia in 2024, and won a four way match to retain the title there and recently, as Team Madrigal, won a five on five match at the last FPW Astig show in September.  

 

Some people may think that Mike Madrigal may be over his head in this matchup against a more experienced wrestler who has wrestled over 1000 matches, and since 2009.

 

However,  this blogger believes that the best is yet to come for the FPW Champion.  As Ric Flair once said, "to be the best, you have to beat the best!"  This could very well be a match that elevates Madrigal like never before!

 

For more information, including tickets, please visit the FPW - Filipino Pro Wrestling Facebook page.  Thank you.    

Jam Of The Joshis Update #2

Hello everyone!

 

A huge match has been added for Dexcon's Jam Of The Joshi's show.  The event takes place at Brawl Pit Bulusan, Saturday, October 13th beginning at 6pm in Quezon City.

 

The Horrors (Da Butcherman and Dr. Gore) will put the SPW Southeast Asian Tag Team Championship on the line against PUSO Wrestling's Super Friends (Super P and El Kapitunero).  

 

The Horrors are definitely a well known tag team wrestling, not only in Singapore, but in numerous countries throughout Southeast Asia.  They are definitely a team to be reckoned with.

 

Super Friends are no slouch either.  Both Super P and El Kapitunero have teamed up several times as well as in singles competition.  It will, undoubtedly, be their biggest test, and match, to date.

 

For more, including tickets, please visit the Dexcon Facebook page.  Thank you.       

A New Stable In Town (Part One)

Filipino Pro Wrestling's Jason Rex with LegenDarius with the mic after defeating Dax Xaviera at the September FPW Astig show.  Great photo courtesy of Luis Del Rosario!

 

 

Over the years, pro wrestling has had something called "stables".  For those new to pro wrestling, a stable is a group of one or more wrestlers that have a manager or an advisor.

 

Some of the first stables included groups led by the late and great Bobby Heenan of AWA and the WWF.  Heenan had some greats in his stable such as Nick Bockwinkel, Ray Stevens, Andre The Giant, Mr. Perfect, Paul Orndorff and even Ric Flair!  In a match, you would never know what Heenan was up to.  At times, he would even wrestle as part of a tag team and the fans would love it whether he got his butt kicked or assist in a victory.

 

Part One of a new stable is about Filipino Pro Wrestling in the Philippines.  For those who haven't been to their shows ever or recently, a new stable has been formed.

 

Jason Rex, formerly another wrestler (Brad Cruz) in the days of Philippine Wrestling Revolution, has returned to the ring, and in a huge way.  Advised and/or managed by LegenDarius, he is a force to be reckoned with.

 

Whether the FPW wrestling fans like thia duo or not, this is a fresh approach and a feel good story for pro wrestling.  In fact, you could say that this story is very similar to Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine from the Star Wars series!

 

After Rex's latest win over Dax Xaviera at the September FPW Astig show, this blogger has been told that the fans received an introduction of sorts.  And it didn't come soon enough for those watching at Baked Studios.  

LegenDarius got on the mic following the victory.  The fans were told that this duo has not only arrived, but will create punishment.  LegenDarius scolded Dax Xaviera for overlooking the two before, during, and after the match!  The monologue continued until AB3, a FPW wrestler came out from the locker room.  LegenDarius and the undefeated, Jason Rex left the ring and returned to the locker room.

 

It will be interesting what the future holds for both Jason Rex and LegenDarius.  This wrestling blogger senses that it will be a bright future for them and for Filipino Pro Wrestling.

Middle Kingdom Wrestling Championship Supercard Results

Hello everyone!

 

Apologize for the late post.  Here are the results from the MKW Championship Supercard show held on September 14th in Shanghai.  Thank you to Adrian Gomez, the MWF Facebook page and Cagematch for the results.  It was definitely a successful and exciting show!

 

Wade Massen d. Coldray.

Honwan, Sky and Sunny Z d. Andruew Tang and The Regnant Stable (Big Sam & Uncle Money) (w/Chairman Al and Lady Marie).

Wang Tao (c) d. Benji, Gao Yuan and Shaheen to retain the MKW Belt And Road Title.

Sino Brothers (Wang Xinxuan & Zhao Junjie) (c) d. Ho Ho Lun and Zombie Dragon to retain the MKW Tag Team Title.

The Slam (c) d. Chen Wenbin to retain the MKW World Title.

Yuki Kamifuku (c) d. Crystal (w/Chairman Al) to retain the SPW Queen Of Asia Title.

Dexcon Event Update #1

Next month, on October 12th and 13th, Dexcon will be putting on a two day show.  Both events will take place at the Brawl Pit Bulusan in Quezon City.

 

On Saturday, Dexcon and Dr. Gore will present Graveyard Shift beginning at 7pm.  

 

On Sunday, Jam Of the Joshis will take place at 6pm.

 

Two women's matches will take place on the Sunday show so far.

 

Yuki Kamifuku, the SPW Queen Of Asia Champion, will take on PUSO Wrestling's, Chelsea Marie, the main event winner in the recent Heart-2-Heart show!  Also, Yuki recently won the Vietnam Pro Wrestling women's inaugural title last month in Ho Chi Minh City and will be bringing the belt as well. 

 

Also, Alexis Lee, the CWE Vixen's Champion will take on Puso's Joya in an International Dream Match.

 

More matches will be added as the month of October nears.  For more information including tickets, please visit the Dexcon Facebook page.  Thank you.

PUSO Wrestling Heart-2-Heart Results

Hello everyone!  My apologies, but am late on this.

 

Here are the results from PUSO Wrestling's Heart-2-Heart show.  The event was held last Saturday, September 21st at Brawl Pit Bulusan in Quezon City before another great crowd!

 

Chelsea Marie d. Joya and will headline Dexcon's Jam Of The Joshis.

Main Maxx d. Nigel San Jose to reach the finals of the Pusong Pinoy Wrestling Championship Tournament.

Aaron Liwanag d. Super P and will face Main Maxx in the finals of the Pusong Pinoy Wrestling Championship Tournament.

El Katipunero won the Wheyl Wumble: Pinoy Wrestling Gauntlet Match.

Jomar and Crystal d. Isaiah Valencia and Patricia Ligaia.