Instead of watching the Pride Center event, I've gotten distracted by a couple of related matches from this latest catalogue. Although this compilation references the big event, Chase Addams vs. Kirk Donahue isn't a direct continuation of the Pride Center event. In fact, Chase isn't even on that card, but I guess he was in town and wanted a shot at Kirk. And frankly, who wouldn't? The jobber is simply fantastic at what he does.
Kirk Donahue heads from the pro show to a private submission battle against Chase Addams. |
Chase Addams is a perfect foil for Kirk, because he has pretty much the opposite personality. Yes, he's ‘charming as fuck’, but charming in a smooth, cocky, bad boy way. He's brash and bold. The heel is lean, but dangerous and he knows it. His gear game is on point with shiny purple trunks and accessories that naturally coordinate perfectly.
I love this position for these two. |
Kirk's trying to keep his momentum going. |
Will star Kirk end up as a stepping stone for the charming one? |
It's back-and-forth for the first two-thirds, but then turns into complete and humiliating squash that has the loser screaming and crying out in pain. I like the physical and personality dynamics here. It's fast-paced, especially at the end with rapid fire submissions and no breaks. When the winner gets on a roll, he is relentless and ruthless.
Kirk's got that hungry bum. |
Yeah, you're on top, dude! |
Hm. Nice hold, Kirk, but your eyes under a heel's hand might not work out for you. |
Kirk’s not so strategic in his approach, but I forgive him because frankly he suffers so beautifully. He's not quite Jake Jenkins or Brad Rochelle, but he's damn good at it. Sweaty and screaming, Kirk makes a really great plaything for a heel on the prowl. And that's why he'll always be welcome here. I'm not sure I buy the submissions he gets, but it's not a problem if you're into Kirk as a babyface jobber.
Oh, Kirk, reach for it. Reach for it! |
I love the willbreaker, but this angle is disappointing. We need to be seeing Kirk screaming. |
In the end, this succeeds, especially when Kirk and Chase each do what they do best. |
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So that's my take. What's yours?
Alex
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