Josh Alexander Update, Juicy Finau Set For MLW Battle Riot, More | Fight Size Update

Here is your fight size update for Saturday, March 25, 2023.

- Josh Alexander is fresh off tricep surgery and is taking a break from social media to spend time with family

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I sit here in my 18th year of pro-wrestling. The only time I've missed in my career was for my second neck surgery. In those 9months off I had time to reflect and plan to come back and make good on any and all mistakes I ever made. In 7yrs since coming back from that I've left it all in the ring every damn time. Wether 5, 50, 500 or 5000 in attendance you always got everything I had.

I love this sport, this business. Whatever you want to call it. Now out indefinitely with a torn tricep you can bet I'll make the best of this time off too. I will be back and when I am I'll be better than ever before.

I'm stepping away from socials to spend some much needed time with my family and to concentrate 100% of my energy on myself. I love you all. It's never goodbye. It's just see you later •

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- Major League Wrestling announced Juicy Finau as a participant in the 40-wrestler Battle RIOT V as MLW returns to Philadelphia’s 2300 Arena on Saturday, April 8.

Juicy Finau enters Battle RIOT V
MLW returns to Philly April 8
(PHILADELPHIA) — Major League Wrestling today announced Calvin Tankman as a participant in the 40-wrestler Battle RIOT V when MLW returns to Philadelphia’s 2300 Arena on Saturday, April 8.

-- Grab tickets at MLW2300.com and the 2300 Arena box office. Tickets start at $15.

Joining the stacked list of participants in this year’s Battle Riot is the Samoan SWAT Team’s super heavyweight Juicy Finau.

The World Tag Team Championship SST have sent tidal waves through MLW, since uniting last year. The “SWAT” in Samoan SWAT Team stands for “Samoans with a Tongan”.
Big Juicy Finau, who is considered family by the Fatu/Anoa’i clan, is Tongan and the SWAT team celebrates their shared Polynesian culture both in and away from the ring.

Now with all 3 members of the SST in the Riot, could the SWAT Team wreck shop and win the Riot?

If fate is on their side with their entry numbers, the Riot could get very interesting!

See the SST LIVE in Philly on April 8 at MLW Battle Riot V!
THE CARD:

World Heavyweight Championship
Alex Hammerstone (champion) vs. Real1
40 wrestlers will riot in Philly as one combatant looks to outlast 39 others and earn a world title shot anytime, anywhere against Alex Hammerstone.

Battle RIOT entrants:
Jacob Fatu
John Hennigan
Raven
Willie Mack
Alex Kane
Rickey Shane Page
Shigehiro Irie
Mance Warner
Matthew Justice
Calvin Tankman
Juicy Finau
Lance Anoa’i
Sam Adonis
Mr. Thomas
1 Called Manders
Jimmy Lloyd

More entrants and matches will be announced in the coming weeks ahead at MLW.com.

The Battle RIOT V will air exclusively on delay on REELZ on Tuesday April 25 at 10e/p.

WHAT IS THE BATTLE RIOT?
A mash-up of a battle Royale and anything goes street fight, this super-sized main event will feature 40 wrestlers with new participants entering the ring every 60 seconds.

There will be surprises! There will be legends! There will be WTF entries… and there will be no disqualifications!

Elimination is by pinfall, submission or by throwing an individual over the top rope.
Anything is possible in a Battle Riot!

WHAT DOES THE WINNER GET?
The winner gets a World Heavyweight Title Shot anywhere, anytime! It could be that night; it could be in 6 months. The challenger has the key to unlock an instant title shot against whoever the champion is!

More athletes and matches will be announced at MLW.com.
Major League Wrestling returns to Philadelphia's 2300 Arena on Saturday, April 8. Buy tickets at MLW2300.com. Tickets will also be available day of show at the box office unless the event sales out in advance.

EVENT FAQ
Major League Wrestling shows are interactive. Fans get to not only experience major league action in the ring but have the opportunity to meet some of their favorites before bell time.

MEET AND GREETS
There will be several meet and greet opportunities featuring Major League Wrestling wrestlers and personalities.

DAY OF EVENT INFO
The schedule for the event is as follows:
6:00 p.m.: Early entry for front row ticket holders
6:30 p.m.: Doors open for general public (all ticket holders)
7:30 p.m.: Showtime

MORE ABOUT THE MELROSE BALLROOM:

MORE ABOUT THE VENUE
2300 Philadelphia (previously named the 2300 Arena, Viking Hall, ECW Arena, New Alhambra Arena, Asylum Arena and The Arena) is a multipurpose indoor arena used primarily for professional wrestling, boxing, mixed martial arts, and concert events.

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- Noe Vega Announces ArcadeMania, a Celebration of Classic Gaming and Pro Wrestling

Noe Vega, a renowned international host and Hollywood club promoter, is excited to announce ArcadeMania, an upcoming event that celebrates the nostalgic era of classic gaming and pro wrestling. ArcadeMania will take place on March 29th at Blipsy Bar, 369 N. Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004, as we welcome wrestling fans from around the world to Hollywood!
ArcadeMania promises to be a fun-filled, interactive evening that combines the thrill of competition with the excitement of a live show! ArcadeMania is the perfect opportunity to relive your childhood and connect with other gaming and pro wrestling enthusiasts.
The evening will feature two retro classic tournaments—Mortal Kombat 2 and WWF Superstar arcade games. Entrants into these tournaments will compete against pro wrestling superstars and will receive their own entrance music played by Juventud Guerrera. Who will win the championship belt? Will it be fan or wrestler? Who will be crowned “Universal Emperor?”
The evening will also feature a costume contest with prizes for the winners and runner-up and other great gaming and pro wrestling-themed events.
Tickets for ArcadeMania are on sale now and are expected to sell out quickly. Don't miss your chance to experience this one-of-a-kind event and connect with fellow gaming and wrestling enthusiasts. Visit arcademania.club or our Instagram page, @arcademania23 for ticket information and more details.

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