McGuire on Wrestling 161 - Vince McMahon/WWE Lawsuit Dropped, Japan in 2026, Chad Gable/Danhausen news with Dave Meltzer and More!

In a story that broke early in the weekend, the lawsuit between WWE Shareholders and Vince McMahon and TKO executives has been dropped.  While not a criminal trial, the implications of the trial being dropped are still being learned.  How much money could Vince McMahon and TKO be liable for - if anything?   Mercedes Mone has returned to AEW TV, adding some bigger star power to the Women's division and the Owen Hart Tournament.  Chad Gable, after dropping the El Grande Americano mask is back for redemption, and possibly a true opportunity.  Danhausen is expanding his curse range, and more! The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer joins Mike McGuire for an extended discussion on these topics, plus a deeper look into the situation among Japanese Wrestling in 2026.  With New Japan Pro Wrestling joining a conglomerate of several other companies, what does the future hold for fans in and of Japan's stars? Plus, some indy experiences, and how a simple investment could boost independent wrestling's production quality. For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com