The Ring Post: AEW’s 2300 Arena Debut, Jericho Rumors, and Hogan Allegations

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This week’s edition of The Ring Post is packed with fresh results, breaking news, and stories from across the wrestling world.

We have recent results from the independent scene, and AEW begins its Philadelphia residency this week. Chris Jericho’s absence from AEW television is fueling speculation about a WWE return, and new allegations have surfaced regarding the circumstances of Hulk Hogan’s death.

The Video of the Week spotlights a classic WCW match involving Chris Jericho and Eddie Guerrero.

This week’s feature item highlights the top five matches of Terry Funk’s career, timed with the anniversary of his passing.

Premium readers can also explore classic history, from WWF at Madison Square Garden to Jim Crockett Promotions in Virginia, plus a collection of other historic events.

Keep scrolling for results, news, video highlights, and premium features you won’t want to miss.

The Latest News

• AEW Dynamite debuts at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia this Wednesday, and the show is already sold out – get event details here.

• Chris Jericho’s absence from AEW television fuels speculation about a potential WWE comeback – read the latest updates.

• The death of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan faces new scrutiny amid allegations of medical error and foul play – find out more.

Recent Results

• Game Changer Wrestling (GCW) ran Homecoming 2025 Part 2 on Sunday in Atlantic City, New Jersey – see the full results.

• New York Wrestling Connection (NYWC) held The Heat Is On on Sunday in Wantagh, New York – find out what happened.

• Deadlock Pro-Wrestling (DPW) delivered Beast Coast 2025 on Sunday, August 10, in Jersey City, New Jersey, which later aired on streaming on Sunday, August 24 – get the event recap.

• 1CW Pro Wrestling was part of the Baila Con Dover Latin Festival on Saturday in Dover, Delaware – check out the outcomes.

• Summit Wrestling Association (SWA) hosted One More Mountain to Climb on Saturday in Shady Grove, Pennsylvania – read the highlights.

• Create A Pro Wrestling (CAP) held CAP TV Live 18: Sebby Amor's Bachelor Party on Saturday in Lynbrook, New York – see who came out on top.

• Game Changer Wrestling (GCW) featured Homecoming 2025 Part 1 on Saturday in Atlantic City, New Jersey – check out what went down.

• Monster Factory Pro Wrestling (MFPW) showcased Total Rassling Live #97 on Friday in Paulsboro, New Jersey – learn more about the show.

• 880 Wrestling ran Thursday Night Fights on Thursday in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – see the full results.

• Adrenaline Championship Wrestling (ACW) staged Showing Off On A Tuesday on Tuesday, August 19, in Overland Park, Kansas – read the highlights.

• The National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) aired NWA Powerrr #219 – The Crockett Cup 2025: Part 4, recorded on Saturday, May 17, at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and broadcast on Tuesday, August 19 – watch the recap.

• WWE held NXT on Tuesday, August 19, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – see the full results.

• WWE brought Monday Night Raw to Philadelphia on Monday, August 18 – get the event recap.

• Susquehanna Wrestling Organization (SWO) put on Summer Series 10 on Saturday, August 16, in Seven Valleys, Pennsylvania – find out what happened.

Video of the Week

From WCW Vault on YouTube: Chris Jericho battled Eddie Guerrero for the WCW Cruiserweight Championship at Clash of the Champions XXXV. Watch the full match here:

Premium Recap

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Today in Pro Wrestling History (8/19–8/24): This week’s entries revisit WWE Raw in Norfolk from 2002, Jim Crockett Promotions events in Philadelphia, Charleston, Hampton, and Fredericksburg during the 1980s, and a 1998 episode of Raw from Philadelphia. Click through to explore the full archive of classic events.

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Terry Funk’s Top 5 Matches

Terry Funk was a fearless innovator whose career spanned over 50 years and helped define the hardcore wrestling style. A revered figure from NWA to ECW and beyond, he earned legendary status across promotions worldwide. This week marks the second anniversary of his passing on August 23, 2023.

1. Clash of the Champions IX: I Quit Match vs. Ric Flair (Nov 15, 1989):
Funk and Flair delivered a brutally intense "I Quit" match that stands as a pinnacle of their legendary feud - marked by piledrivers, neck-targeting, and Flair forcing Funk to utter "I Quit." Many consider this the greatest match of Funk's career.

2. The Great American Bash ‘89 vs. Ric Flair (July 23, 1989):
Another violent chapter in the Funk-Flair rivalry, this bout featured unforgiving brawling, neckbreakers delivered on concrete, and one of the most somber arenas in response to Funk’s intensity. Flair ultimately won, but the sheer ferocity elevated the match to legendary status.

3. ECW Barely Legal ‘97 – ECW World Championship vs. Raven (April 13, 1997):
Funk crowned himself ECW World Champion at ECW’s inaugural PPV in a twofold night - surviving a three-way dance and then defeating Raven. A defining moment that injected gravitas into ECW’s hardcore identity.

4. No-Rope Exploding Barbed Wire Time Bomb Deathmatch vs. Atsushi Onita (May 5, 1993):
In a match that blurred the line between performance and real peril, explosive barbed wire, drama, and a protective shield from Onita created a chilling image that still echoes in deathmatch lore.

5. AJPW Grand Champion Carnival I vs. Stan Hansen (April 14, 1983):
A forgotten gem - this violent, bloody battle saw Funk use every tool in his brawling arsenal, culminating in a disqualification finish when his brother Dory intervened. The crowd was legitimately worried for Funk’s wellbeing.