Roman Reigns as Akuma? Street Fighter Movie Casting & Discussing Age in Pro Wrestling | CS 39

Welcome to Episode 39 of the Chi-town Shoot Wrestling Podcast! Join Marcin, Chris, David, and Andres as we dive deep into the biggest news and hottest takes from the wrestling world. From the heart of Chicago, Illinois, we're covering all things WWE and AEW. This week, we're breaking down the shocking news of Roman Reigns being cast as Akuma in the live-action 'Street Fighter' movie! We'll discuss: Is Roman Reigns a good fit for Akuma? Hero or villain: What role suits him best? Is Hollywood calling? What does this mean for Roman Reigns' WWE future after his absence since WrestleMania 41? How does his movie career compare to The Rock and Batista? Then, we shift gears to AEW with Tony Khan's comments on free agents and the "high bar" to join the AEW roster. We'll debate: Does AEW's current roster truly support Khan's "elite-only" statement? Is 2025 truly AEW's "best year ever"? Should AEW focus on big WWE names or homegrown indie talent? Are Elayna Black and Shotzi Blackheart good fits for AEW? Plus, we tackle the timeless question: Is age just a number in pro wrestling? We explore: Veterans performing at a high level. The realistic shelf life for wrestlers. Challenges for young talent breaking through. Old school vs. new school in-ring styles. Our fantasy roster of five wrestlers over 40! Don't miss our hot takes and fun discussions!