On the Arena, BGEast is out with catalogue 117.1, the first of the year. They're starting the year off right with Ringwars 26, which features two matches I definitely wanted to see, one I was open to seeing, and one I still have no interest in at all. With 3 potential winners, I decided to OTA it, spending the extra $20 instead of waiting for the matches I want to make it to VOD a month or more from now.
I'm covering the two matches I really wanted to see, one today and one on Friday. Both turned out great, so no regrets on my part. This first one features two hot new rookies and they really deliver on all counts, including looks, chemistry, and skill.
Hunky Royce vs Bad Boy Zip |
*** WARNING: FROM THIS POINT ON, THERE ARE SPOILERS ***
*** WARNING: FROM THIS POINT ON, THERE ARE SPOILERS ***
You know that I don't like to spoil matches, but I feel like it's relevant in this case. I say this because this is more of a squash than the Ringwars banner might suggest. One guy dominates to start, but after the 6-minute mark, it's all one-sided domination. If this was under a banner like Demolition or Hunkbash, it wouldn't be worthy of note, but here I feel like it is here.
So on with the review ...
First up is Royce Perry. He's the adorable one, with frat boy good looks and a tight, hard body. In his big yellow pro trunks, I'm impressed immediately. The best part is that he knows how to use what he's got. I found his cocky personality engaging and his skills right on point. I will definitely be checking out Royce's future matches.
Royce takes over early then takes advantage |
Classic headlock with a punishing twist |
Love the use of old school holds in this match |
Yeah, Zip's a bad boy |
These two seem like they should be indie pro wrestlers, but I have no idea if they are. What I do know is that if Royce and Zip aren't buddies, they should be. They have a great rapport and work really well together. They remind me of a Beau Nasty/Shane Styles kind of thing. Not that I'm saying Zip can reach Beau's level of short-lived awesomeness, but it's just a vibe I got while watching.
Zip owns the frat boy |
Back you go, Royce isn't done flexing |
Royce started the hair pulling, but Zip's finishing it |
Not that this is all old school. It feels modern and exciting, with moves that 'wow', like Zip's jawbreaker (think RKO or Stone Cold Stunner). There's fresh and cocky chatter throughout. Zip's angry mocking is heel-perfect and Royce sells the abuse well. Both guys are sexy as they work the ring.
Zip strangles his smaller opponent |
Big boots = big pain |
Swinging neckbreaker? Nope ... stunner! |
So that's my take. What's yours?
Alex
Hmmm, I think the blond hottie is indie wrestler Tyler Nitro.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the info. I figured they both were indie pros or at least trained. It shows in how well they wrestle.
DeleteZip Zarella indi pro nick?
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure, but he certainly seems like an indie pro.
DeleteStevie Fierce, I think
DeleteYes, "Zip" is indy pro wrestler Stevie Fierce from the Chicago area. He travels around the eastern US a lot, and he regularly posts his wrestling schedule on Facebook and Twitter. Several indy matches of him are available on YouTube. Tyler Nitro is based in the Northeast and wrestles mostly in that area.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the comment! Tyler is also in action as Tyler Royce over at Wrestler4Hire against Ty Alexander, Cam Zagucci and maybe more ... I remember those two matches for sure.
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