On Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 12:45 PM EST
CHIKARA sent this in:
CHIKARA: 5 teams confirmed for TWGP 2008 in Oberhausen, GERMANY!
A little while back, we put the ol' Tag World Grand Prix in a box with mothballs and forgot about it. This year has seen CHIKARA grow in leaps and bounds, and when we conspired to present a weekend of CHIKARA goodness with our pals at Westside Xtreme Wrestling over in Germany, we decided to dust off the ol' Tag World and give it a new lease on life! A monumental event like the Tag World seemed like a fitting choice for our first international venture!
Together, CHIKARA, wXw, 1PW, and a few other promotions we can't reveal just yet will come together for the Tag World Grand Prix 2008 in Oberhausen, Germany the weekend of November 8th and 9th! All in all, 12 teams will compete under the CHIKARA system of rules (lucha tags in Deutschland!), with tag team points in play for each round, as we stage a tournament the likes of which continental Europe has never seen! Keep your eyes peeled for new information about participants rolling out regularly on our website. German fans can get tickets in person starting with wXw's September 13th event in Troisdorf, and online sales (including special package deals for both nights) begin on September 15th!
~Representing CHIKARA in the Tag World Grand Prix 2008!~
-The Colony (Fire Ant & Soldier Ant)
-F.I.S.T. (Chuck Taylor & Icarus)
-The Osirian Portal (Ophidian & Amasis)
~Representing wXw in the Tag World Grand Prix 2008!~
-Revolution Purple (Lazio Fe & Adam Polak)
~Representing 1PW in the Tag World Grand Prix 2008!~
-The Fight Club (Jimmie James & Kid Fight)
Right now, our two August events, including "All That Glitters" are up for sale on the Smart Mark Video site! They are complete with all the matches from the events, as well as backstage interviews, and additional bonus materials! All that, and new, original covers! Support CHIKARA by buying our official releases, available only at Smart Mark Video!
Advance tickets for upcoming live events (including our Midwest debut shows) are on sale right now! Visit our online store and pick up your copy of the third issue of the CHIKARA comic book (Season 7, Volume 3)!
"The Artistic Pursuit of Being Yourself"
9.20.2008 - Saturday Evening
Live @ The Streamwood Park District Community Center!
777 S. Bartlett Rd.
in Streamwood, IL!
The action begins at 7:00 pm!
"Laying in the Gutter, Looking at the Stars"
9.21.2008 - Sunday Afternoon
Live @ The West Park Party Center!
3556 W. 130th Street
in Cleveland, OH!
The action begins at 3:30 pm!
"Tag World Grand Prix 2008"
8 & 9 November, 2008 - Saturday & Sunday!
Live @ The Turbinenhalle (T-Club)!
Im Lepperfeld 23
in Oberhausen, GERMANY!
The action begins (both days) at 5:00 pm!
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Joe Dombrowski sent this in:
NEW PWO TV 9/14: WHO IS THE MOST DOMINANT MAN IN PWO?
Pro Wrestling Ohio presents PWO TV on STO, Sports Time Ohio, official home of the Cleveland Indians. PWO TV provides the hottest and fastest rising wrestling stars in the state of Ohio and beyond, with new and original matches premiering bi-weekly. Sports Time Ohio is available throughout much of Ohio on many cable systems and is available NATIONWIDE on select satellite dish sports packages. If you would like to be part of the PWO experience, log on to www.sportstimeohio.com for more information on channel availability, or call your satellite provider today and find out how you can get Sports Time Ohio and PWO! For more information on Pro Wrestling Ohio, log on to www.pwowrestling.com or www.myspace.com/prowrestlingohio!
Upcoming airtimes for new episode of PWO TV on STO:
Sunday night, September 14: 11:00 PM
Sunday night, September 21: 11:00 PM & 3:00 AM
Scheduled for this episode:
Highlights from PWO Wrestlelution
On Sunday, August 3, over 1,000 fans flocked to the Plain Dealer Pavilion to see the culmination of Pro Wrestling Ohio’s first year. Scores were settled, rivalries were ended, and a new chapter began in the saga of PWO and its stars. For the next several weeks, we will take you back and re-live some of the moments, the magic, and the heart-pounding action that made Wrestlelution one of the most talked-about super cards in Cleveland history. Join host Joe Dombrowski on location from the Plain Dealer Pavilion as we show you PWO’s proudest moment - Wrestlelution.
Jason Bane vs. Cronus w/Aaron Maguire
The two most unstoppable forces in PWO’s short history finally meet to answer a months-old question: Who is the Most Dominant Man in PWO? Bane has been the recognized top force in the region for years, however ever since acquiring the services of greedy agent Aaron Maguire, Cronus’ focus and intensity is second to none. After months of verbal jabs from Maguire, the stakes for this match were raised to be about more than pride and bragging rights. If Cronus wins, Aaron Maguire receives $5,000 of Bane’s personal money. However, if Bane is victorious, he receives 5 minutes in the ring with Aaron Maguire! Did irresistible force overcome immovable object? Did Bane finally get his hands on the conniving Maguire? And who truly is the Most Dominant Man in PWO? Tune in this week
to find out!
Eight-Man Elimination Tag: Team Hobo Joe vs. Team Clash
After the failure of The Clash’s attempted talk show segment “The Rock Show”, co-hosts Ernie Ballz & Brian Bender refused to accept responsibility for the segment’s cancellation, instead blaming the guests they had booked: rookie Bobby Beverly and the dumpster dweller Hobo Joe. The Clash set out to ruin the careers of the unlikely duo, much as they feel they twosome had done to their would-be hit show. Tempers flared and PWO management ruled each side to formulate a team for a special eight-man elimination challenge! Ernie Ballz & Brian Bender are joined by Michigan veteran “Amazing” N8 Mattson and 375 lb. behemoth Shane Taylor to face the unique foursome of Hobo Joe, Bobby Beverly, Jon Kronica, and Charles “White Socks” Johnson. Will The Clash finally find peace or can Team Hobo stand up and prove themselves?
Remember, Pro Wrestling Ohio is only available on Sports Time Ohio! If Sports Time Ohio
is NOT part of your DirecTV or Dish Network package, no matter where in the U.S. you are, call your satellite provider today and demand STO! Check local listings or www.sportstimeohio.com for times!
PWO WRESTLELUTION DVD ON SALE NOW!
View the official DVD commercial here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4tBP6L8wIRQ
It was an afternoon ten months in the making. An afternoon when destinies were realized, fates were sealed, and men pushed their bodies beyond their normal limits. An afternoon when the entire roster of Pro Wrestling Ohio set out to both settle deep-rooted personal vendettas, and also to cement their status as rising stars in the professional wrestling industry. On Sunday, August 3rd, over 1,000 fans packed the Plain Dealer Pavilion to see PWO’s fiercest rivalries and most heralded stars meet their Wrestlelution.
PWO Wrestlelution is a special 2-disc DVD set showcasing PWO’s biggest show to date in its entirely. Every match complete, plus exclusive never-before-seen backstage interviews. PWO Wrestlelution is officially on sale now for the low price of $20!
But that’s not all! Also available is a special combo offer: the 2-disc Wrestlelution spectacular AND an official PWO T-shirt all for the low price of $30!
PLUS! Every PWO Wrestlelution pre-order comes with a FREE PWO Wrestlelution Official Souvenir Program! That’s a program and DVD for only $20 or program, DVD, and T-shirt for only $30! Offer available while supplies last.
The best part about these offers is shipping and handling is absolutely FREE!
Log on to www.pwowrestling.com TODAY and visit the “Store” to purchase your copy today! Be a part of PWO history and re-live Wrestlelution!
AIW sent this in:
Absolute Intense Wrestling is proud to have their website AIWrestling.com back online. We're working hard on getting everything back in working order so keep checking back. If you haven't registered your screen name please do so as you can then participate in the forums.
As our gift to you fans, we have announced a special sale! This week only you can purchase VIP tickets to "Die Another Day" for just $10.00! This sale ends on Friday so get your tickets now. Also be sure to select the Free Shipping option as tickets will be available at the door with proper ID or a printed receipt. You may go directly to our store to purchase your discounted VIP ticket by clicking here.
Also, we are running a DVD sale in the entire new online store! All DVDs are $10 plus shipping/handling. This is a website only sale and will not be available at the live shows. This sale will run until September 20th so act now and get some of the new titles that have only been available at the live shows. Also, Friday, September 12th will be the official release of "Tomorrow Never Dies" that took place on 9/30/2007 and featured an incredible card. Chris Hero & Tyler Black met for the first time ever, Tyrone Evans took on Eddie Kingston in a strong style matchup, and the return of Claudio Castagnoli! Plus the AIW debut of the Switchblade Saints, the return of Sterling James Keenan, and The Duke graduates to Steve Corino for the Absolute Championship.
DVDs for sale on AIWrestling.com include DVDs with Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Steve Corino, Elix Skipper, Colt Cabana, The Necro Butcher, Drake Younger, Matt Morgan, "Sweet & Sour" Larry Sweeney and much more!
Check out the store today, that's shop.aiwrestling.com!
Also, be sure when you are ordering a DVD that you choose to ship via USPS or else your order may be delayed.
NEW MATCH ADDED TO "DIE ANOTHER DAY"
We're proud to announce an added bonus attraction to "Die Another Day". Revelation 13 exploded at Absolution 3, when Faith In Nothing & Mad Man Pondo beat Matthew Justice, "The Passion" John Thorne and Drake Younger. During the match however, Vincent Nothing didn't really get a chance to square off with Drake Younger. The feelings still linger from that match and Vince has issued a challenge that was quickly accepted. "The Psycho Shooter" Drake Younger known worldwide and the current CZW World Heavyweight Champ is known in AIW as a hardcore wrestler. Well, in this contest Vince and Drake have agreed to a "Strong Style Match" and Drake has promised to leave the light tubes at home. Will Drake keep his word? Or will the hard feelings from "Absolution 3" linger and cause Revelation 13 to explode again?
ABSOLUTE INTENSE WRESTLING AND CHIKARA WRESTLING DOUBLE HEADER ON SEPTMBER 21IN CLEVELAND, OHIO.
In a huge announcement, Chikara and AIW have announced they will team up for a very unique wrestling Double Header at The West Park Party Center on September 21st. AIW and Chikara have had a great working relationship for some time. In fact the likes of Hydra, Equinox (Vin Gerald), The Colony, Hallowicked, Jigsaw, Eddie Kingston, Chris Hero, "Sweet & Sour" Larry Sweeney and Claudio Castagnoli have been in AIW numerous times, but never has the entire Chikara roster!
For Tickets to the huge Chikara Ohio debut, please see our friends at Chikarapro.com.
ABSOLUTE INTENSE WRESTLING PRESENTS "DIE ANOTHER DAY"
9/21/2008, @THE WEST PARK PARTY CENTER
3556 W 130th St. Cleveland, OH
VIP Doors Open: 6PM
GA Doors Open: 6:30PM
BELLTIME: 7PM
Tickets are available RIGHT NOW on the newly revamped AIWrestling.com!
-TYLER BLACK ANSWERS MIKE TOLAR'S CHALLENEGE!
In this 12th appearance in AIW, Tyler Black isn't challenging for the Intense Title like he had hoped. Instead, he answer an open challenge from Mike Tolar. Tolar who debuted in February of this year, has been stuck in a feud with Chris Cronus and Marion Fontaine, felt closure at Absolution 3 when he beat them. Now he's looking to make an impact in singles, by challenging one of the top dogs in AIW, Tyler Black. Tyler who held The Intense Title for over a year, is looking to regain his ground as one of the dominant men in AIW. Will Tolar make the impact he's looking for? Or will International Superstar, Tyler Black be one step closer to being on top again?
-ABSOLUTE CHAMP STERLING JAMES KEENAN VS. ?????????
In what is becoming a yearly September tradition, The Absolute Champ will meet a mystery opponent. SJK who has defended the title twice against Al Snow and Dios Salvador, will be looking to defend it a third time and figure out a way to win, without even knowing who he is facing. The man or woman won't be named until the night of the show, so SJK has nothing to go on. Will SJK be able to regain the title once again? And who exactly is this mystery person?
-JOHNNY GARGANO'S FIRST INTENSE TITLE DEFENSE!
After a grueling 30 minute Iron Man Match with Tyler Black at Absolution 3, Johnny Gargano fulfilled his destiny and won the Intense Title. Gargano faces a huge challenge in his first defense against Former AIW Tag Champ, Shiima Xion. Xion who's been trying to recover from a series of losses since his tag title run in 2005, has a lot to prove in this match. Will Gargano, who's been undefeated since his AIW return be able to keep his streak alive by beating Shiima Xion? Or will Shiima finally get over his losing streak and win AIW gold once again?
-STUDENT VS. TEACHER: DIOS SALVADOR VS. JOSH PROHIBITION!
In one of the most personal conflicts in AIW history, Josh Prohibition in 2008 has taken it upon himself to discipline his former student, Dios Salvador. Josh and Dios have had problems before, headlining the first ever AIW event in May of 2005. But this time, Josh has said he's embarrassed by Dios and he will teach him respect the hard way. Dios feels like Josh turned his back on him along time ago and at Absolution 3, cost him his final Absolute Title shot against SJK. This is the first time the men will get their hands on each other in a one-on-one environment. Needless to say, emotions will be strong in this one.
-THE YOUNG STUDS CASH IN THEIR TAG TEAM TITLE SHOT!
Following an insane TLC match at Absolution 3, The Young Studs won an AIW Tag Title shot. The Studs are wasting no time in cashing it in, and the new Alpha Beta Duke tag team combination of Nick Belushi and "KegStand" Carlton Kaz will defend the titles against them. The Young Studs met Alpha Beta Duke once before at Hell On Earth 3 and came up on the short end, but this time, The Studs are on a winning streak. Will Alpha Beta Duke be able to defend the tag titles they just won? Or will the Young Studs finally capture AIW gold?
-TEAM SEXY CHALLENGE ANY WOMAN IN WRESTLING!
After Hailey Hatred And Mickie Knuckles shook hands and both attacked Team Sexy at Absolution 3, Rebis & The Potato are still angry at women. Team Sexy has sent out an open challenge to any woman in wrestling for a handicap match. With Mickie Knuckles injured and Hailey Hatred touring Japan, exactly who will answer the challenge is up in the air. But Team Sexy has promised they will prove that woman have no place in AIW or wrestling for that matter.
-DA LATIN CRIME SYNDICATE VS. THE HOMELESS HANDICAP CONNECTION - GRUDGE MATCH
Following the TLC match at Absolution 3 with the Young Studs, both of these teams were left in dust while The Studs get a title shot. Both of these teams dislike each other, but more important than that want a shot at AIW Gold, so both were be wrestling for personal and professional reasons. Da Latin Crime Syndicate will stop at nothing to win, even using illegal tactics, to beat the underdog team of Hobo Joe & Gregory Irons. Will it be enough to win and possibly get a title shot? Or will the underdogs pull off an upset?
-THE INTENSE DIVISION SCRAMBLE RETURNS!
After a great scramble during Absolution 3, it will again return at "Die Another Day". All of the participants are looking for possible Intense Title shots.
The Participants are:
-Michael "The Bomber" Facade
-Zac Vincent
-Matthew Justice
-Marion Fontaine
-THE THRILLBILLY RETURNS FROM HIS CONCUSSION!
After a brutal chair shot that destroyed the chair at Destroy Everything! in March, The Thrillbilly got a severe concussion. Because of this, he was forced to sit out of Absolution 3. Agent Aaron Bauer has promised that "The Old Thrillbilly" will return at Die Another Day. This would likely mean the Thrillbilly that sent the Rude Boy away in an ambulance, that almost forearmed Rebis's face off and The Thrillbilly that caned Tyrone Evans into submission. Needless to say, AIW will be shook to its core, if this Thrillbilly would indeed return.
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AIW Home Video has many releases available for purchase. On AIWrestling.com and on some major wrestling video websites, you can get DVDs of most of our events.
On these events, you'll see the following, plus more: Jake “The Snake” Roberts, AJ Styles, Low-Ki/Senshi, Sonjay Dutt, New Jack, Elix Skipper, Matt Morgan, “Sweet & Sour” Larry Sweeney, Claudio Castagnoli, Colt Cabana, Jimmy Jacobs, Matt “MDogg20” Cross, Josh Prohibition, Steve Corino, Tyler Black, Chris Hero, The Necro Butcher, Shane Hollister, Drake Younger, Ricky Reyes, Eddie Kingston, Jigsaw, Hallowicked, Hydra and The Colony.
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ABSOLUTE INTENSE WRESTLING is based in Cleveland, Ohio. Existing since May 2005, it’s run events all over Ohio and Michigan. AIW has also been featured on MTV and was awarded a Scene Magazine "Best Of Cleveland" award in 2006. AIW's official website is AIWrestling.com and it's myspace is myspace.com/AbsoluteIntenseWrestling.
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