Major League Wrestling had a successful run in Philadelphia, with the show selling out after the walk-up. Fightful Select has learned a lot more news emerging from the events.
The new Samoan SWAT Team, led by Jacob Fatu, is headed for a big push, with Juicy Finau and Lance Anoa'i joining him. Samu was also present at the show and gave his blessing for the group to use the name. He and Rikishi comprised the original Samoan SWAT Team. Enzo Amore started a feud with Fatu at the tapings, so look for him to feud with them soon.
We're told MLW was particularly happy with Alex Hammerstone's merch sales, and he's set for a tour of Europe in the fall. He'll be defending the World Title there, with some of the matches airing on MLW Fusion. It was also said that Microman did excellent merch sales at the show.
Alex Kane has seen a big push in MLW, and we're told that he's going to feud with Davey Richards, which kicked off at the tapings. Richards had to drive from St. Louis to Chicago for a medical exam as he's in med school, fly to Philadelphia, and wrestle two hours later.
Some new faces popped up at the tapings as well. Joel and Jose Maximo, known as the Spanish Announce Team.....had a tryout to be the.....MLW Spanish Announce Team. Also Lince Dorado debuted at the show, and has not signed, but is at least committed to appearing in New York City in June.
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