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Am in my final year of high school and I don't know what to do after I graduate am stressed and depressed about it can somebody tell me what should I do

Hi guys, I am currently in the process of writing up a script for a documentary I am making about the history of British wrestling. I was hoping there would be some people in this sub that has some footage from WCPW World Cup? Photos and videos from either outside the arena in a queue or anything from inside. Any footage will be greatly appreciated

To anyone who had just watched the debate. Can someone please make a Kamala Harris (I Believe) in. Joe Hendry Meme Please. :)

There was a video of the production crew talking about their favourite moments, including the stunner party, that I can't seem to find. Anyone know what video it is and can find it

So I canceled my subscription after Defiant shut down but I've started to watch the WCPW shows and have just finished Stacked 2016 so the next big show is an ippv but I would like to rewatch it.

Should I get Access Defiant

I’m a wrestling shirt collector and I need WCPW/Defiant shirts for my collection so if you have any, please let me know. I didn’t start getting into UK wrestling until Defiant already ended.

This may be waayyyyyy too late, but I’m looking for episode 19-21 and episode 23 of WCPW. I can’t find them on YouTube. If it is possible to find a link to then that would be much appreciated. Thank you!

On August 1, 2019 WCPW AKA Defiant Wrestling shut down. The company introduced many people including me to a lot of stars that later went on to become big talents in major promotions, such as WALTER, Travis Banks, Pete Dunne, Moustache Mountain, Ligero, Marty Scurll and more. Them shutting down leaves at the very least a small hole on the independent wrestling scene.

My goal of introducing this series is to fill that hole in a virtual way, or at least describe how I would fill that hole if I could. My goal is to do the same thing WCPW did. Introduce fans to new, up and coming stars they may not have found otherwise while mixing in a handful of more popular faces with a dash of surprise.

Join me on this wild ride as I book a Defiant replacement. F.O.P.W. Future Of Pro Wrestling. Where stars are born.

It is announced that on September 7 the beginning of a 16 man tournament to crown the first ever FOPW World Champion will air. It will air for free on Youtube, as will the quarterfinals airing on September 14, and semi finals airing on September 21. The finals will air as part of the first ever FOPW pay-per-view on September 28, and the entire pay-per-view will be on Youtube, but will cost $4.99.

Note: I watched all of the wrestlers used in this booking series in matches to get familiar with their movesets. The match summaries I do will not feature anything out of the norm for the wrestlers involved. It will be strictly things they've done before, so if you look any of them up after reading this they will fit the profile given.

The wrestlers announced for the 16 man tournament are

Chris Brookes: The British independent scene has suffered major losses in The Great Talent Grab of 2019. Chris Brookes is among the biggest names left standing. Having turned a WWE deal down sometime towards 2017's end/2018's beginning, he dedicated his future to the indies at RevPro's Live in Southampton 3 event. The 17 months that have elapsed since then have justified his decision. Now, Brookes is the standout domestic name on any card he appears on, and he remains a highlight for promotions as diverse as ATTACK!, Fight Club Pro, and the WWE-affiliated PROGRESS.

David Starr: Sharp, magnetic, and versatile, he guarantees entertainment, whether he's working comedy bouts with Orange Cassidy or maiming himself in deathmatches with Joey Janela, and now, finally, he's enjoying the kind of global spotlight his talents deserve.

What stands out most is Starr's ability to work anywhere on the alignment scale. As best evidenced in his years-long rivalry with WALTER, the 'King Of Taunts' is a sublime underdog babyface capable of generating immense sympathy with elite bumping and selling. Conversely, he's just as great as a sh*thead heel.

Omari: With only a few years of experience under his belt, he’s already had some really impressive matches against the likes of Shane Strickland, Will Ospreay, Mark Haskins and Jordan Devlin. His tall frame, athletic build and long legs give him an entertaining in ring style filled with high kicks and impressive speed. You can find Omari in more and more promotions across the UK, mainly FightClubPro, but no doubt soon The Hock will be branching out further than that soon.

Chris Ridgeway: There’s two main things you need to know about Chris Ridgeway: he’s hard as fuck, and he bloody loves kicking people. Ridgeway employs a blend of stiff physicality and technical ability, comparable to the likes of Zack Sabre Jr. and KUSHIDA. If you enjoy watching competitors that hit their opponents really hard, you will have fun seeing Chris Ridgeway. Having recently made his US debut for Defy Wrestling, it looks like there are big things on the near horizon for this BritWres up-and-comer.

Sean Kustom: This Australian native (currently residing in the UK) has yet to have his breakout opportunity, yet once you see Sean Kustom perform, you will realise that he needs to be given that chance as soon as possible. Kustom has a combination of size, athleticism, speed, and a gorgeous move set that could make him a huge star in the near future.

Orange Cassidy: Have you ever wanted to see a wrestler that could not give a single fuck about anything? Not in a teenage angst kind of way, but simply through pure laziness? Well, Orange Cassidy exists. He hasn’t even bothered updating his own website, orangecassidy.com, it’s just a basic template that he’s added a photo of himself to.

In the ring, Cassidy can do some really impressive things… when he can be bothered. Otherwise, his lackadaisical actions always create moments of pure comedy to entertain audiences for the likes of EVOLVE, GCW and more.

Timothy Thatcher: His stablemates may have all signed deals with WWE, but Timothy Thatcher is still out there destroying people as a free agent. Sure, his partner WALTER is still there most of the time, and Thatcher is still there to react perfectly to how hard WALTER launches his limbs at people, but do not overlook how good this man is. Thatcher is hard-hitting, physical, and always a delight to watch.

Adam Brooks: Another breakout star of the Australian scene, Adam Brooks is a great all-around performer. His in-ring work is smooth, balanced and of a very high quality. His efforts have started to bring him recognition across the globe, mainly in the UK and in PWG too. It may only be a matter of time before Brooks joins his best friend, Buddy Murphy, up in WWE.

TK Cooper: The South Pacific Power House is quickly becoming one of the best and most consistent talents on the U.K. scene. TK is incapable of having a bad match. His combination of size and surprising aerial ability make for a thrilling viewing experience. But the true key to TK’s appeal is his ability to tell a story.

Not many free agents out there can grip people in a single promo like TK can. His direct-to-camera monologues have exploded on social media with how compelling and well-worded they are. And it was this level of storytelling ability that lead him to recently have an incredible match for Riptide Wrestling against his best friend, Chuck Mambo.

Lucky Kid: Lucky Kid is weird. Really weird. Maybe even insane. But in a good way.

The latest winner of wXw’s 16 Carat Gold tournament likes to play mind games with his opponents by screaming, smiling demonically, sticking his tongue at them, and laying on the mat in front of them with his face in his hands. Who knows if any of this is intentional or if he’s just a very unique performer.

Either way, Lucky Kid is so entertaining to watch. His unpredictable antics teamed with his great wrestling ability, and not to mention some brutally hard chops too, make him a delight to watch, and with a lot of recent success, it seems that Lucky Kid is going to gain more and more popularity in the near future, and it will be thoroughly deserved.

Joe Hendry: Joe Hendry is now a free agent once again, and is one of the most charismatic independent talents out there. He’s funny, he’s a great singer, he’s creative, he’s a solid pro wrestler, he’s a successful amateur wrestler, he’s been on TV, he’s good looking, he’s faced some of the biggest names in wrestling – he’s very easy to hate for all the reasons above, but also very easy to love.

Joe Hendry is best known for his parody entrance songs tailored for his opponents (if you haven’t seen them, you’re seriously missing out), but also his reliability as a grappler has gained him the opportunity to wrestle against the likes of Kurt Angle, Cody Rhodes and more, as well as be featured on international television shows.

Spike Trivet: Put a microphone in front of Spike Trivet and it’s guaranteed gold every single time. He’ll make you hate his entitled, silver spoon-fed guts. Although he is one of the best talkers in the UK today, Spike is no slouch once the bell rings – after all he’s had the finest training money can buy.

Making a big impression in promotions like PROGRESS and Riptide, Spike is quickly climbing the ranks in independent wrestling. Hopefully it’s only a matter of time until international promotions begin booking him too. Whether he’s trying to escape the midcard or telling people not to resuscitate him, Spike Trivet is a gift to watch…. and a posh wanker.

Senza Volto: I don’t think there are many French luchadors out there, but Senza Volto has got to be one of the best. As you can imagine, Volto is heavily influenced by Mexican wrestling. His crisp dives, lucha repertoire, and seriously smooth springboards make him a delight to watch.

As he begins to compete more across European promotions, I’m sure Volto will gain a reputation for being a solid in-ring performer, and hopefully hone his craft all over the world.

Robbie X: Fast, fluid and full of spectacular moves, Robbie X is really exciting to watch. With an ability to combo moves together seamlessly (including a backflip into a powerbomb which is ridiculous), and compete at a staggering pace from bell to bell, X is a high flyer capable of putting on fantastic matches.

I feel like Robbie X is one opportunity on an international stage away from becoming a sensation for his reliability in regards to putting on a great show in the ring. If Robbie X is performing near you, make an effort to go and watch him – you won’t regret it.

NIWA: After a lengthy run in CMLL in Mexico, NIWA is now living in the UK trying to make a name for himself, and with his solid fundamentals, impressive array of athletic maneuvers, and some absolutely beautiful dropkicks and enziguri’s, I’m sure as he becomes more experienced and gains more exposure, NIWA will be a top talent in the UK scene.

Cara Noir: Cara Noir is a beautiful combination of art and abs sculpted into a pro wrestler. Cara is a performer that you simply cannot forget once you’ve seen him. If Black Swan was a pro wrestler, it would take the form of Cara Noir.

Just watching him walk to the ring is an artistic experience, but don’t let the flamboyancy fool you, Cara is a very physical wrestler, a strong striker, and a skilled technician. Cara Noir is a diverse performer that brings something unique to independent wrestling, and this Black Swan deserves a much brighter spotlight than he’s currently being given.

The brackets are revealed to be as follows

Chris Brookes vs Cara Noir

David Starr vs NIWA

Omari vs Robbie X

Chris Ridgeway vs Senza Volto

Sean Kustom vs Spike Trivet

Orange Cassidy vs Joe Hendry

Timothy Thatcher vs Lucky Kid

Adam Brooks vs TK Cooper

And that is the first round, it is announced to be taking place in none other than Brighton, England (don't worry the promotion will branch out to Canada, Australia, US, and even Mexico eventually but I figure England is a good starting place.)

Tune in for Part 2 to find out what happens in round one of the tournament! Leave your predictions, and thoughts down below.

Really want my indie mix again but I'm not sure where else to go.

I haven't heard anything about further events being planned, but Built To Destroy looked like they intended to continue.

Who do you think is going to win?

Gotta be David Starr right?

If you haven't already, go and watch it

If not, why and what could persuade you to subscribe?

How did you find Defiant's first PPV of the year?

Went back to see the Primate match from built to destroy and didn't see Rory Coyle, does anyone know if he was actually there and if not how did they get the footage

My pick is Walter vs will ospreay

I thought the first lot was good

Fuck me the second lot blew it out of the water, even with so many talents in Japan or elsewhere

Whoever else came, what did you think?