We kick off Episode 169 with a fantastic interview with The Beer City Bruiser. The Bruiser discusses his current run with Ring Of Honor and Brew City Wrestling, Ring Of Honor’s 15th Anniversary show coming up in Las Vegas on March 10th, some of his favorite matches so far, his thoughts on the industry and much more. The Bruiser is one of ROH’s brightest stars and we are thrilled to bring you this very excellent interview here on Episode 169.
From there, we challenge you not to laugh as Dave and Royal Gator review this past week’s edition of Monday Night Raw. Who is Royal Gator you ask? You will need to tune in to Episode 169 to find out. The guys discuss all the big angles involving Kevin Owens, The New Day being named hosts for WrestleMania 33, Roman Reigns taking on Gallows & Anderson in a 2 on 1 handicap match for the 2nd straight week, the Cruiserweight Championship contract signing and Stephanie McMahon trying to convince Bayley to relinquish the Raw Women’s Championship. Along the way, Sami Zayn took on Kevin Owens, Big Show battled Braun Strowman, and Sasha Banks and Charlotte renewed their rivalry, at least for one night. We have all the details for you here on Episode 169.
From there it is on to Smackdown Live which actually did see the Smackdown Women’s Champion, Naomi, relinquish her title due to injury. Alexa Bliss and Becky Lynch would square off to decide a new champion. Who won? We let you know on Episode 169. Nikki Bella and Natalya looked to settle their rivalry in a Falls Count Anywhere match that saw a twist that should set the stage for a heavily rumored match at WrestleMania. The Main Event of Smackdown Live was a 10-man Battle Royal to determine who would get the right to challenge Bray Wyatt for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania 33. Not surprisingly, controversy reigned supreme on this night. What happened? We have all the info for you right here on Episode 169.