Mat Men Ep. 485 - The Rock Returns, Worlds End Fall Out, and Wrestle Kingdom!

First up, they're talking about CM Punk's appearance on MMA Hour. What did he say about AEW, Tony Khan, and the incident at Wembley? He also talks about how he never wanted to come back after Brawl Out and how Collision was not going to work. Next, they're breaking down both nights of WrestleMania. Who do they think is gonna win the main event? How is The Rock going to be involved? Plus, they're talking Monday Night Raw and how it's been on fire the last two weeks with The Rock appearing and bringing it back to a more edgier presentation. They're also covering the ROH Supercard of Honor, the AEW ratings drop, and answering all your questions.

After taking a week off, the guys recap the last two weeks in wrestling including the debut of Mercedes Mone on AEW Dynamite last week, and the two big title changes on this week’s show. They also discuss the Rock on SmackDown and if he is operating on a double standard when it comes to is promos on social media-also, a quick recap of Monday Night Raw. Plus, the latest on the build to WrestleMania, Shayna Baszler in GCW, Tony Khan clarifies the rules for Continental championship, your questions and more!

They'll be breaking down everything that went down at AEW Revolution, including Sting's last match, the title picture, and more. And don't forget about the aftermath that played out on Dynamite with Okada joining the Young Bucks in the Elite. They'll discuss Friday Night SmackDown, which featured The Rock in another long segment with the Bloodline that set up the main event for the first night of Wrestlemania. But that's not all! They'll also be talking about Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul on Netflix and how that might impact Raw's presentation on the streaming platform. Plus, WWE Hall of Fame announcements, new sponsorship deals, and answering your questions. So, sit back, relax, and get ready for a wild ride with The Mat Men Podcast!

The guys discuss WWE Friday Night SmackDown and the Bloodline segment that lasted the first 40 minutes of the show but didn’t drag. They also discuss the build to WrestleMania now that we know more of the matches including the Rock and Roman Reigns vs Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes on night one. Also, the guys give their predictions for AEW Revolution this Sunday and talk about Sting's Legacy as we are seeing his last match on the show. Plus, thoughts on the passing of both Virgil and Ole Anderson, and a wild extended question segment to end the show.

First up, they chat about Andrew's report on AEW Forbidden Door coming to Arthur Ashe Stadium in June. They talk about the matches they would prefer to see, and if it will be different with some of the New Japan stars now in AEW. Next, they talk about last week's Smackdown with The Rock and how it drew great ratings. They also discuss Monday Night Raw's new presentation and the highlights from the go-home show for Elimination Chamber and give their predictions for PLE on Saturday. This week's AEW Dynamite had a major promo from Sting setting up his last match. He and Darby Allin are gonna defend the Tag Team Championships against the Young Bucks at Revolution. The guys give their take on this match and the rest of Dynamite. Plus, AEW hired a new writer, Nick Nemeth, and Matt Riddle both won New Japan gold. They also answer your questions and more!

It was a quiet week for news so the guys focused on the WWE WrestleMania 40 main event and Andrew argues that he would have rather it be Roman Reigns vs The Rock instead of Cody.  They also discuss the Elimination Chamber build and how WWE’s Roster is now full of Triple H’s 2016 NXT toys. Also, they talk about AEW Dynamite and Put over Matt Taven's performance in the main event against Orange Cassidy. Also, an update on Revolution as we get closer. Plus, WrestleMania time change, a preview of tonight's SmackDown, your questions, and more!

The big story this week was the WrestleMania 40 press event in Las Vegas where Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns was confirmed. Going into it it was highly implied that The Rock would be facing Roman but as it turned out the Rock and Cody ended up having a confrontation possibly setting up a second match for WrestleMania 40. The guys break it all down and talk about how these types of events will probably take place more in WWE. Tony Khan announced on Dynamite that AEW will run a special called “Big Business” on March 13th from TD Garden in Boston. Although she was never mentioned, it was highly implied that Mercedes Mone would debut here. Andrew talks about why he sat on the details until it was official and what the potential debut of Mercedes Mone means to AEW. Plus, AEW Dynamite review, new leadership in Stardom and TNA, your questions, and more!

They start by discussing Tony Khan's meltdown on social media this week after the USA Network account took a shot at him. This leads to a conversation about toxicity among wrestling fans. They also discuss highlights from Monday Night Raw, including the confrontation between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. Then they talk about Royal Rumble and who should win and when the Rock vs. Roman Reigns match should happen. AEW Dynamite saw new challengers emerge for Samoa Joe and Sting’s Final opponents revealed. Plus, Toni Storm continues to shine in her limited time given. Plus, the latest on Mercedes Moné, your questions, and more!

The guys were live at AEW Worlds End PPV last weekend, and they talked about their experience there, including going to the media scrum and their overall experience. They also broke down the show, including a new champion and the reveal of the Devil. There was a lot of speculation this week about where Mercedes Moné would end up. lthough she didn't show up on this past week's Dynamite, it's heavily rumored that she will very soon. The guys talked about what they've heard and what possible matchups this could lead to down the road. The big news out of WWE this week was The Rock showing up on Monday Night Raw and hinting at a match with Roman Reigns. The guys talked about when that match would likely take place and how it affects Cody Rhodes or anyone else. Plus, thoughts on Wrestle Kingdom, Monday Night Raw, Dynamite, your questions, and more!

AEW Worlds End PPV is this weekend at Nassau Coliseum and the guys will be there. They preview the whole card and speculate if we'll get the reveal of the devil. They also discussed Tony Khan’s media call ahead of the PPV, where he was asked about TV rights, Continental Classic, and more. Andrew recaps his experience going to the WWE House show at MSG this week which was CM Punk's first match back in WWE. Plus, a Dynamite review, a preview of Wrestle Kingdom 17, Hiroshi Tanahashi is the new president of New Japan, your questions, and more!