The Basement Bookers

The Basement Bookers Podcast (@BasementJer & @RichTheRiz) deliver full WWE Backlash 2026 predictions and picks! We break down every match: • Roman Reigns (c) vs Jacob Fatu – World Heavyweight Title • IYO SKY vs Asuka • Trick Williams vs Sami Zayn – United States Championship • CM Punk & Dan Housley vs The Miz & Kit Wilson • Seth Rollins vs Bron Breakker Plus: Full reaction to The New Day’s emotional exit – Xavier Woods (Austin Creed) & Kofi Kingston farewell messages, where they go next, and why this hurts WWE. We also discuss why Backlash has more potential than WrestleMania. Who wins our tiebreaker? Drop your predictions below! The Basement Bookers Podcast – Unfiltered WWE talk.

Basement Bookers breaks down WrestleMania 42 Night 1 & Night 2 with honest takes on every match: Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton, Roman Reigns vs CM Punk (World Heavyweight Title), Rhea Ripley vs Jade Cargill, Oba Femi squashing Brock Lesnar, Penta ladder match, Trick Williams vs Sami Zayn, Finn Balor Demon vs Dominik, women's tag titles with Paige return, and more. We discuss the mid-card booking, commercial overload, creative frustrations (Pat McAfee angle, short matches), Bloodline storylines heading into Backlash, plus the big post-Mania releases including Wyatt Sicks members (Uncle Howdy, Nikki Cross, Dexter Lumis, etc.), Kairi Sane, Aleister Black, Zelina Vega, Motor City Machine Guns, and more. Raw/SmackDown fallout, call-ups, and what’s next for Roman vs Jacob Fatu at Backlash. No fluff — just real wrestling talk from The Basement Bookers. Subscribe, drop your favorite Mania moment and saddest release in the comments! The Basement Bookers Podcast – @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz on X.

Basement Bookers Podcast is back with our full WrestleMania 42 picks and predictions for April 18-19, 2026! Jer and Rich break down every match on Night 1 and Night 2, including Drew McIntyre vs Jacob Fatu (Unsactioned), Charlotte Flair & Irresistible Forces vs Lyra Valkyria & Bayley for the WWE Women’s Tag Titles, USOs & LA Knight vs IShowSpeed & The Visionaries, Gunther vs Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch vs AJ Lee for the Women’s IC Title, Liv Morgan vs Stephanie Vaquer for the Women’s World Title, Randy Orton (w/ Pat McAfee) vs Cody Rhodes, Brock Lesnar vs Oba Femi, Demon Finn Bálor vs Dominik Mysterio, Penta El Zero M vs 6-Man Ladder Match for the United States Title, Trick Williams vs Sami Zayn, Rhea Ripley vs Jade Cargill for the WWE Women’s Championship, and Roman Reigns vs CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Title. We debate Jacob Fatu vs Drew, pick winners, discuss potential surprises, double turns, part-timer returns, and lock in our tiebreaker for the main event time. Plus we react to the new Lil Yachty & Trick Williams diss track on Sami Zayn! Who wins more — BasementJer or RichTheRiz? Drop your own WrestleMania 42 predictions in the comments and let us know who you think takes the dub between us! WrestleMania 42 is this weekend — who you got?

Randy Orton snaps in epic heel fashion, busting Cody Rhodes open with chairs and steps during their WrestleMania 42 contract signing—Undisputed WWE Championship drama is at an all-time high! The Basement Bookers break down the bloody betrayal, Sami Zayn's shady politicking, Judgment Day implosion, Rhea Ripley vs. Jade Cargill fire, CM Punk/Roman Reigns tension, and wild WrestleMania 42 predictions. From Orton's Legend Killer return to shocking attacks and title picture chaos, we cover the hottest Road to WrestleMania stories. Subscribe for weekly WWE reviews, AEW talk, and unfiltered wrestling takes!   The Basement Bookers Podcast with @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz

oin BasementJer and RichTheRiz on The Basement Bookers Podcast as we break down WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 from Chicago! Randy Orton pulls off the upset in the Men's Elimination Chamber with Drew McIntyre help to earn a WrestleMania shot, Rhea Ripley dominates the Women's Chamber for Jade Cargill WWE Women's Championship match at WrestleMania 42, AJ Lee shocks Becky Lynch to become NEW Women's Intercontinental Champion, CM Punk retains vs. Finn Balor with heated Roman Reigns promos incoming, and Seth Rollins return tease! Plus NXT Vengeance Day 2026 recap: Joe Hendry retains NXT Title vs. Ricky Saints, Tatum Paxley wins Women's North American Title, Lola Vice Underground win, and more. We discuss CM Punk's controversial lines, Rhea vs. Jade buildup, why Randy Orton should beat Cody at WrestleMania, Jordan Grace injury scare, and wild wrestling hot takes. Subscribe for weekly WWE Raw, SmackDown, NXT reviews, WrestleMania 42 predictions, and pro wrestling debates! Like, comment your thoughts on Orton winning Chamber, and share! Follow us: X/Twitter: @BasementJer @RichTheRiz

In the shadowy underbelly of Chicago's United Center, the Elimination Chamber looms like a steel trap ready to snap shut. Clues point to Cody Rhodes emerging from the Men's Chamber unscathed, gunning for Drew McIntyre at WrestleMania 42. Tiffany Stratton lurks in the Women's shadows, poised to claim her shot at Jade Cargill's gold. CM Punk defends his World Heavyweight Title against Finn Bálor in his own hometown—noir streets where alliances fracture and betrayals sting. Becky Lynch guards the Women's IC Title from AJ Lee's calculated comeback. But what's really in the mystery box? A smoking gun? A double-cross? Or just another red herring from WWE's twisted playbook? Detective Jer and RichTheRiz crack the case on The Basement Bookers Podcast: Full predictions, wild Judgment Day theories, overbooked rants, and the Road to WrestleMania 42 laid bare. Listen before the cage locks Saturday, Feb 28—because in this game, the truth hurts worse than a pod shot.

Join Basement Jer and RichTheRiz on The Basement Bookers Podcast as we dive into the latest WWE Monday Night Raw highlights, Elimination Chamber 2026 qualifiers drama (Asuka, Je'Von Evans wins!), Charlotte Flair vs. Kiana James speculation, CM Punk vs. Finn Balor title defense preview, and wild theories on Brock Lesnar crashing the party. We roast high WrestleMania ticket prices, discuss the Road to WrestleMania 42, and end with AEW's Harley Cameron puppet mastery. Don't miss our unfiltered takes on WWE news, overbooking dreams, and why competition is missing in pro wrestling! Subscribe for more Basement Bookers Podcast episodes on WWE Raw, SmackDown, Elimination Chamber PLE, and WrestleMania buildup.

Join Jer and RichTheRiz on the Basement Bookers Podcast as we break down the latest WWE Raw and SmackDown action on the Road to WrestleMania 42! We dive into the Elimination Chamber qualifiers – Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky looking unstoppable in the women's match, Cody Rhodes locking his spot in the men's, plus Gunther, Dominik Mysterio, and more battling it out. We discuss Becky Lynch vs AJ Lee building to a potential American vs American Mask match (wait, what?), the safe booking for WrestleMania, slow ticket sales concerns, Braun Strowman's injury excuse, and why WWE is playing it reliable this year. Plus, wild ideas like Jacob Fatu stalking his way into the main event! Don't miss our hot takes on the current WWE landscape.

Fresh off WWE Royal Rumble 2026 in Riyadh, the Basement Bookers break down EVERY match! Liv Morgan shocks the world winning the Women's Royal Rumble, Roman Reigns claims his second Men's Rumble victory heading to WrestleMania 42, Gunther retires AJ Styles, Drew McIntyre retains vs. Sami Zayn, Oba Femi dominates, masked attacker drama, surprise returns (Brie Bella!), and SmackDown/Raw fallout including Roman choosing CM Punk for Mania. Hilarious takes, predictions gone wrong, and Booking 101 from @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz. Don't miss this full Royal Rumble 2026 recap! Subscribe for more WWE reviews, predictions & watch parties. #RoyalRumble2026 #WrestleMania42 #LivMorgan #RomanReigns #AJStyles #WWE #BasementBookers

The Royal Rumble 2026 is here — and the Basement Bookers are LOCKING IN picks, chaos, and maximum overbooking.   AJ Styles vs Gunther (Styles’ career on the line) Drew McIntyre vs Sami Zayn for the WWE Championship Women’s Royal Rumble picks: Bayley / Becky Lynch / Charlotte Flair vs Liv Morgan / Roxanne Perez / Becky Men’s Royal Rumble picks: Braun Breakker, Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu… plus Brock Lesnar, Gunther, and the wild Oba Femi swing Surprise entrant talk (Jericho rumors, “don’t say his name” energy, and replacement-slot chaos) Tiebreaker: 78 minutes vs 64 minutes for the main event length 🕑 Royal Rumble starts Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 at 2PM ET (US). Drop your winners in the comments: Men’s Rumble, Women’s Rumble, and who you THINK shows up as the biggest surprise. Follow the Bookers: X: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz 👍 Like, sub, and help us hit 500 subscribers. (Notes for accuracy/SEO: Royal Rumble 2026 is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and includes Styles vs Gunther (career stip) + McIntyre vs Zayn on the card.)

Saturday Night’s Main Event is almost here, and The Basement Bookers Podcast is breaking down everything WWE has announced so far — even if the card feels a little light.   In this episode, BasementJer and Rich The Riz dive into:   Cody Rhodes vs Jacob Fatu and why this match could be bigger than it looks   The Fatal 4-Way No.1 Contender’s Match featuring Sami Zayn, Randy Orton, Damian Priest, and Trick Williams   Why Sami Zayn might be running out of chances — and what a loss could mean   The Women’s Tag Team Championship match and why Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY retaining feels inevitable   Long-term booking thoughts, faction teases, and WrestleMania implications   Is WWE playing it safe… or setting the table for something bigger?   Drop your predictions in the comments and let us know where you agree — or where we’re completely off base.   🎙️ The Basement Bookers Podcast 📺 Live every Monday for WWE RAW Watch Parties 🐦 X (Twitter): @BasementJer @RichTheRiz

Powerhouse Hobbs might be WWE-bound, so naturally we break down what that could look like (and how fast we’d have him destroy The Miz). Then we get into “BaldGate”—Adam Pearce putting hands on Braun Breakker, and why WWE “logic” is absolutely gonna spin this into Pearce being the problem.   We also talk Gunther vs AJ Styles, the weird decision-making that led to the finish, and why a career vs title stip could actually work (and how this all should end with Brock vs Gunther). Plus: the Judgment Day red X mystery, Liv & Roxanne as #1 contenders, and some quick thoughts on WWE 2K26 rumors.   Let us know in the comments:   Should Hobbs go straight to the main roster or start in NXT?   Who’s in the wrong—Pearce or Breakker?   Does the red X mean anything or is it just TikTok brainrot?   Subscribe + Like if you enjoy the chaos.

We’ve got a NEW WWE Undisputed Champion as Drew McIntyre pulls it off in a wild Three Stages of Hell style situation — with Cody Rhodes, a cage escape, and the moment everything flips thanks to a certain “hooded” return… Plus: Jacob Fatu’s return and why it changes EVERYTHING for Drew vs Cody Is Drew just a transitional champ… or is this the start of something bigger? Our take on CM Punk’s comments about fans being “angry” (and the “mental illness” line…) The Jey Uso discourse: entrance hype vs TV pacing (aka: “I’m a Yeetator”) Quick hits: Jordynne Grace to SmackDown, Javon Evans, Oba Femi fantasy bookings, and more Drop your take in the comments: Did WWE make the right call putting the title on Drew? And what’s the best move to WrestleMania? Follow us on X: @BasementJer @RichTheRiz Basement Bookers Podcast — the match is scheduled for one fall… so make it count.

The Basement Bookers Podcast hosts their 2025 Bookie Awards, a tongue-in-cheek ceremony where the hosts hand out fictitious awards to wrestlers for the year’s most notable moments. Highlights include winners like Cody Rhodes, John Cena and Alexa Bliss across categories such as Superstar, Tag Team, Feud and Best Match. The hosts debate picks, dish out the golden pencil, and invite listeners to share their own votes and reactions in the comments.

It’s the final Basement Bookers Podcast of the year, and we’re closing things out by breaking down a chaotic week in WWE. We dive into Monday Night Raw and SmackDown, including: Austin Theory’s reintroduction and why WWE clearly sees him as a stand in for Seth Rollins The growing tension inside The Judgment Day, especially on the women’s side Bron Breakker’s momentum vs. WWE’s shaky long-term booking history Gunther beating John Cena… and WWE doing almost nothing with it CM Punk’s involvement and why the follow-up feels weak Drew McIntyre getting rewarded for complaining (again) SmackDown chaos, Carmelo Hayes, Ilja Dragunov, and questionable storytelling choices Are they already booking WrestleMania 2026 and filling in the blanks later? We also talk: AJ Styles’ unclear retirement timeline WWE loading rosters instead of using who they already have Heel vs heel booking problems (Chelsea Green discourse 👀) Why fans are right to be frustrated heading into the Netflix era As always, we keep it honest, loud, and slightly unhinged. 👇 Sound off in the comments: Is WWE working backwards? Should Bron Breakker be fast-tracked? Did Gunther’s Cena win actually matter? 📌 Basement Bookers Podcast 📺 Subscribe for weekly WWE breakdowns, watch parties, and unfiltered opinions. Follow us on X: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz

Basement Bookers Podcast is back with an official post-mortem on John Cena’s final match — and yeah… we’re not letting the tap out slide. We break down why the finish didn’t match the “Never Give Up” legacy, how Gunther tried to sell it after the fact, and why the Cena/Cody conversation felt like pure PR spin.   Plus: the masked man reveal (Austin Theory), an NXT Women’s North American Title finish that looked messy in real time, and the latest chatter on what’s next for key names heading into the new year.   Sound off in the comments: did the finish work for you, or was it a legendary career with a hair-in-the-food ending?   🔥 Follow us: X/Twitter: @BasementJer + @RichTheRiz Business: [email protected]   👍 Like, subscribe, and join the crew — The match of life is scheduled for one fall… so make it count.

The Basement Bookers Podcast is back with full picks + predictions for WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event (Dec. 13, 2025) — and it’s emotional, because it’s being promoted as John Cena’s final match, going one-on-one with Gunther.   We also break down:   Cody Rhodes vs. Oba Femi (Undisputed WWE Champion vs. NXT Champion) AJ Styles & Dragon Lee vs. Je’Von Evans & Leon Slater (World Tag Team Titles) Bayley vs. Sol Ruca   Drop your predictions in the comments: Does Cena survive the Ring General? Who steals the show?   Basement Bookers Podcast X/Twitter: @BasementJer + @RichTheRiz   #WWE #JohnCena #Gunther #SNME #SaturdayNightsMainEvent

Survivor Series WarGames 2025 is in the books… and we’re calling it one of the most MID Survivor Series of all time. In this episode of the Basement Bookers Podcast, BasementJer and RichTheRiz break down the whole show, from the women’s and men’s WarGames matches to John Cena taking another L (and another low blow), plus Liv Morgan’s return and the never–dying Judgment Day drama.   Why this Survivor Series WarGames felt “mid” overall   Nikki Bella vs. Stephanie Vacare and why pacing absolutely matters   Dominik Mysterio beating John Cena (with some very creative help…)   Liv Morgan’s return, her interest in the Women’s World title, and Finn Balor’s future in Judgment Day   The women’s WarGames match, Lash Legend’s missed spot, and why not every feud needs to be forced into a cage   The men’s WarGames match: Brock Lesnar’s first ever team in WWE, CM Punk nearly dying on that doomsday device, Roman/Cody tension and Braun Breaker’s trajectory   Royal Rumble and WrestleMania fantasy booking: Roman vs Cody 3, CM Punk vs Breakker 2, LA Knight vs Gunther and more   AJ Styles & Dragon Lee reminding everyone that tag team wrestling is still alive with that crazy Styles Clash finish   War Raiders finally resurfacing after months off TV   We also hit the big news of the week:   TNA iMPACT! moving to AMC starting January 15, 2026, with Thursday Night iMPACT! airing at 9 PM ET as part of a new multi-year deal.   The latest on John Cena’s retirement run and Gunther being locked in as his final opponent heading into Saturday Night’s Main Event.   Plus some extra nonsense: Why “Green Shirt Guy” is always front row and how On Location premium seating really works   A quick side quest into celebrity involvement in wrestling (Andrew Schulz, Jelly Roll, Bob Barker, Jackass, etc.) and why not every crossover hits the same   📣 FOLLOW THE BASEMENT BOOKERS   X: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz   Business: [email protected]   If you enjoy hanging out in the Basement, do us a solid: 👍 Like the video 📲 Subscribe to the channel 📝 Drop a comment with your Survivor Series and WarGames takes   The match of life is scheduled for one fall — so make it count. Follow the bookers

Survivor Series: WarGames 2025 is almost here and the Basement Bookers are breaking down everything from the women’s WarGames teams to John Cena’s “My Time Is Now” retirement tournament, plus a full recap of AEW Full Gear 2025.   We talk the women’s WarGames match – AJ Lee, Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY vs Becky Lynch, Asuka, Kairi Sane, Nia Jax & Lash Legend – what it means that the babyfaces get the advantage, and whether Charlotte turns on her team when it matters most.   Then we get into John Cena’s retirement tour, the “Last Time Is Now” tournament, Jey Uso vs Rusev, and why a potential GUNTHER vs Cena final could change how fans see the Ring General forever. We also hit Becky vs Maxxine Dupri for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship and what a short Maxxine run really says about WWE’s plans.   Plus, a big AEW Full Gear 2025 rundown: Samoa Joe shocks Hangman Adam Page in a steel cage to become AEW World Champion, Ricochet wins the inaugural AEW National Championship, FTR regain the AEW World Tag Team Titles, Mark Briscoe captures the TNT Championship, and Timeless Toni Storm & Mina Shirakawa earn the right to pick their women’s tag tournament stip.   We also shout out Joe Hendry officially signing with WWE, Bookermania/Booker Series lore, toxic masculinity jokes, Rusev Day fantasy booking, and why “WrestlePalooza” is a terrible name no matter how hard they push it.   👍 Like, comment & subscribe if you enjoy the chaos. Tell us your early Survivor Series: WarGames 2025 picks in the comments – who wins the men’s and women’s matches, and how do you feel about Samoa Joe as AEW World Champion?   Basement Bookers Podcast X: @BasementJer • @RichTheRiz Email: [email protected]

John Cena is finally a Grand Slam Champion after winning the Intercontinental Title from Dominik Mysterio on the November 10, 2025 episode of Raw, kicking off the “Last Time Is Now” tournament and setting the stage for his final run.  In this episode of the Basement Bookers Podcast, BasementJer and RichTheRiz break down: John Cena’s IC Title win over Dominik Mysterio, what it means for his legacy, and how the Last Time Is Now tournament could shape his final match at Saturday Night’s Main Event Chelsea Green becoming the first 2x Women’s United States Champion, what that title change says about Julia’s push, and the state of women’s midcard belts on Raw & SmackDown Nikki Bella’s heel turn on Stephanie Vaquer, why “Nasty Nikki” actually rules, and how it feeds directly into the Women’s World Title picture heading toward WarGames The build to Survivor Series WarGames: Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, Jey Uso vs The Vision & Logan Paul, plus wild speculation on who fills out both WarGames teams LA Knight’s weird booking, Jey Uso’s “flash in the pan?” energy, Rusev, Sheamus, Ilja Dragunov and who feels like the real workhorse champions right now Plus: Jer’s Disney World/Florida travel saga — Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, the Guardians of the Galaxy coaster at EPCOT, a Zootopia 4D experience, and a full-on rant about TSA, crowds, and goats doing… goat things. If you enjoyed this episode, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss our Raw watch-alongs, PPV reviews, and weekly Basement Bookers chaos. 👊 Follow us on X: @BasementJer @RichTheRiz 📧 Business / inquiries: [email protected] Tell us in the comments: Should John Cena retire as Intercontinental Champion? Was Chelsea Green’s title win over Julia the right call? Who do YOU want in both WarGames matches? #WWE #JohnCena #IntercontinentalChampion #WWERaw #LastTimeIsNow #ChelseaGreen #NikkiBella #WarGames #CMPunk #CodyRhodes #LAKnight #BasementBookersPodcast

🎃 Happy Halloween from The Basement Bookers Podcast! 👻 In this week’s episode, BasementJer and Rich The Riz break down and predict the Saturday Night’s Main Event card for November 1st, 2025!   We dive into the chaos of CM Punk vs Jey Uso vs Vacant for the World Heavyweight Championship (a.k.a. the Seth Rollins “Please Don’t Go” Title!), plus:   💥 Jade Cargill aims to end Tiffany Stratton’s 300+ day reign. 😈 Dominik Mysterio tries to cheat his way through a triple threat with Penta and Rusev. 🏈 Cody Rhodes “QB1” defends his title against Drew McIntyre.   It’s a fast, fun, under-an-hour episode packed with bold picks, wild reasoning, and signature Basement Bookers banter. 💬 Tell us your predictions in the comments — who walks out champion this weekend?   🎙️ Basement Bookers Podcast — Hosted by @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz on X 📧 [email protected]

WWE RAW was wild: Jey Uso wins to face CM Punk, Braun Breaker menaces Adam Pearce, and Jade Cargill goes full heel while Tiffany Stratton looks shook. We break down the finish for Saturday Night’s Main Event (no-finish incoming?), the mystery WWE teaser (GUNTHER? Andrade? Tony D? Randy?), plus Drew vs Cody and the latest NXT ripples.   👍 Like & Subscribe—69% of you aren’t subbed!  X: @BasementJer • @RichTheRiz

The Basement Bookers are back to break down everything from WWE Crown Jewel 2025 and the explosive fallout on Monday Night Raw and SmackDown!   🔥 Topics include:   Seth Rollins’ potentially career-threatening injury and the future of the “Please Don’t Go” Championship   Ilja Dragunov’s shocking return and title win over Sami Zayn   The Bloodline’s continued collapse and Solo Sikoa’s chaos   Stephanie Vaquer vs Tiffany Stratton — rise and fall of the women’s division   John Cena vs AJ Styles — a respectful send-off match or nostalgia gone flat?   Dominik Mysterio’s IC title defense masterclass against Penta   What’s next for Drew McIntyre, Cody Rhodes, and CM Punk heading toward Saturday Night’s Main Event   💥 Plus: Natty deserves more shine, Becky’s IC reign is stale, and the Bookers debate whether Triple H’s creative spark is fading!   Subscribe for weekly wrestling analysis, rants, and chaos from BasementJer and RichTheRiz, only on The Basement Bookers Podcast!   📅 Follow us everywhere: X / Twitter: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz 📧 Business: [email protected]

Basement Bookers Podcast breaks down WWE Crown Jewel (Saturday, 8:00 AM ET) with bold picks, spicy takes, and one ruthless tiebreaker. We cover Roman Reigns vs Bronson Reed (Australian Street Fight), John Cena vs AJ Styles, Seth “Freakin” Rollins vs Cody Rhodes, and Stephanie Vaquer (Women’s World Champ) vs Tiffany Stratton—plus thoughts on Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY drama and Raw’s commercial overload.   Drop your predictions in the comments and tell us your Match of the Night! Brand: Basement Bookers Podcast Hosts: BasementJer & Rich The Riz Socials: X — @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz Business: [email protected]

BasementJer & the Rizzest Baldest Man break down WWE RAW: why the Rhea Ripley/IYO SKY opener didn’t land, the Roman–Jey Bloodline reset, Seth Rollins’ shaky “Vision,” and the direction of John Cena’s farewell run (AJ, Brock, GUNTHER?). Plus: TNA x NXT “Showdown,” women’s division notes, and live-event pricing rants. ► X: @BasementJer @RichTheRiz • Business: [email protected]

BasementJer and RichTheRiz break down Wrestlepalooza 2025—the highs, lows, and the “very mid” moments. We open with overall impressions, then dive into John Cena vs Brock Lesnar (short and undercooked), the Usos vs The 2 Brons with LA Knight as special ref, Stephanie Vaquer vs IYO SKY (best pure wrestling on the card), the mixed tag (Seth Rollins & Becky vs AJ Lee & CM Punk), and the main event: Cody Rhodes vs Drew McIntyre (good match, weird ref call). We also hit NXT fallout (new champ, title retentions) and the teased AJ Styles vs John Cena direction.   👊 Grades: Jer (6/10), Riz (4/10). 💬 Drop your score and MOTN below—did WWE over-promise?   🔔 Subscribe for RAW watch parties & weekly recaps. 🧠 Follow the Bookers: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz on X 📧 Business: [email protected]

WWE Wrestlepalooza 2025 is here, live from Indianapolis—and we’ve got full predictions and spicy takes! We break down John Cena vs Brock Lesnar (confirmed to OPEN the show), Cody Rhodes vs Drew McIntyre for the Undisputed WWE Championship, CM Punk & AJ Lee vs Seth Rollins & Becky Lynch, IYO SKY vs Stephanie Vaquer for the Women’s World Title, and The Usos vs The Vision (Bronson Reed & Bron Breakker). We also debate Bleacher Report’s Top 25 Women’s Wrestlers list (Naomi snub?!), and what post-match shenanigans might set Raw on fire. 📺 How to watch: ESPN App in the U.S. (ESPN Unlimited) and Netflix internationally, 7 PM ET, Saturday, Sept 20. ✊ Subscribe for more WWE previews, reviews, and live watch parties from the Basement Bookers Podcast.   Follow us on X: @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz Business: [email protected]

Basement Bookers Podcast breaks down the week in WWE: reports of Andrade’s WWE exit and what really happened, Dominik Mysterio capturing the AAA Mega Championship, AJ Lee’s return build on RAW ahead of Wrestlepalooza, SmackDown fallout, and Worlds Collide highlights. Plus quick thoughts on WWE’s WrestleMania 43 heading to Riyadh in 2027.   WWE Raw preview (AJ Lee & Punk face Rollins & Becky; special 7pm ET start).    Dominik Mysterio wins AAA Mega Title at Worlds Collide.    WWE announces WrestleMania 43 in Riyadh (2027).    Andrade situation (release/discipline reporting).      👊 If you enjoyed this, like & subscribe—over half of you watching aren’t subbed. 🎧 Catch the full Basement Bookers Podcast and join our next RAW Watch Party.

Basement Bookers Podcast — brand new episode! Jer  & Rich The Riz break down WWE’s week: Clash in Paris results and the wild fallout on SmackDown and Raw. John Cena vs Logan Paul delivered, Roman’s saga marches on, Becky Lynch makes a statement for The Vision, and AJ LEE RETURNS to confront Becky & Seth—setting the stage for a blockbuster mixed tag with CM Punk.   What we cover   Clash in Paris highlights: Cena vs Logan Paul, Roman vs Bronson, Fatal 4-Way main event   Becky Lynch goes full Vision—low blow to Punk & Monday follow-up   SmackDown: Cena farewell segment, Sami Zayn’s U.S. Open Challenge, Brock’s F-5 storm   AJ Lee’s return implications: mixed tag trajectory, Becky vs AJ IC picture   Tag scene shakeups: Street Profits tension, Usos path vs Bronn & Bronson   Women’s title lanes: IYO SKY vs Stephanie Vaquer watch, Asuka variable   Where does LA Knight fit next?   📺 LIVE: Monday Night Raw Watch Party — Mondays 8pm ET 👍 Like, subscribe, and drop your take: AJ Lee’s return, Cena vs Sami in Chicago, and Clash in Paris MVP.   🔗 Support the show: Patreon.com/BasementBookersPod 📧 Business: [email protected]   🐦 Follow: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz

It’s the 600th episode of the Basement Bookers Podcast 🎉 and what better way to celebrate than with our full WWE Clash in Paris 2025 Picks & Predictions! We’re breaking down all 5 matches on the card, including: John Cena vs Logan Paul in a massive main event Seth Rollins vs CM Punk vs Jey Uso vs LA Knight in a World Title Fatal 4-Way Roman Reigns vs Bronson Reed Becky Lynch vs Nikki Bella for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship Rusev vs Sheamus in a Donnybrook Match Plus: our bold predictions for surprise appearances, potential Brock Lesnar interference, and the fallout heading into Wrestlepalooza. 👇 Who do YOU think is walking out of Paris with the biggest win? Drop your predictions in the comments! X - @BasementJer @RichTheRiz  📌 Support & Follow Basement Bookers: 🔗 Patreon (Free or chuck in a buck!): patreon.com/BasementBookersPod 📧 Email: [email protected]

This week on the Basement Bookers Podcast, we cover one of the most stacked weeks in wrestling news:   Raja Jackson’s controversial Psycho Stew incident and Rampage Jackson’s response The future of Naomi’s Women’s World Championship and calls for an interim champ Two years since Bray Wyatt’s passing and the Wyatt 6 holding gold The dreaded Chris Jericho Vortex and rumors of his WWE return Shock surrounding Hulk Hogan’s passing and wild speculation   Clash in Paris 2025 preview: Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed, John Cena vs. Logan Paul, and more   The Basement Bookers keep it real with no filters, no fluff — just raw wrestling talk.   👉 Subscribe & join the conversation. 📩 Business: [email protected] 💪 Patreon: patreon.com/BasementBookersPod Twitter/X : @RichTheRiz @Basementjer

Welcome to the Basement Bookers Podcast with your boys Rich The Riz and BasementJer! This week, we dive into the wild world of wrestling with hot takes on Naomi’s mysterious absence (pregnancy rumors?), Stephanie Vaquer’s next opponent for Clash in Paris, and a crazy idea for an evil doctor storyline. We also rant about bringing back Stone Cold Steve Austin to shake up the WWE Universe, Finn Balor’s puppet shenanigans at TripleMania, and why Natalia’s stuck in a boring role. Plus, thoughts on The Rock, Cody Rhodes, and the women’s division. Subscribe, like, and drop your thoughts in the comments! 🔥 Topics Covered:   Naomi’s health issue and its impact on the women’s championship Pitching an evil doctor stable in WWE Finn Balor vs. Mr. Iguana’s puppet at TripleMania Natalia’s wasted potential on Raw Stone Cold Steve Austin’s dream return to face Cody Rhodes The Rock’s ego and WWE’s creative struggles Women’s division woes: Tiffany Stratton, Nia Jax, and more   0:00 - Intro and Subscribe Call-to-Action 1:30 - Naomi’s Absence and Pregnancy Speculation 4:20 - Stephanie Vaquer’s Clash in Paris Match 7:00 - Evil Doctor Storyline Pitch 12:30 - Finn Balor’s Puppet Moment at TripleMania 18:00 - Natalia’s Creative Struggles 23:30 - Stone Cold Steve Austin’s Dream Return 34:00 - The Rock’s Influence and WWE’s Issues 40:00 - Women’s Division Frustrations 46:00 - Closing Thoughts and Subscribe Plea   💥 Follow Basement Bookers for more wrestling rants! Should Stone Cold return? What’s next for the women's division? Let us Know!

The Basement Bookers Podcast is back with our full WWE SummerSlam 2025 review — no night-by-night split, just straight talk on the biggest matches, wildest moments, and all the fallout you need to know!   We break down:   Cody Rhodes vs John Cena in a brutal Street Fight for the WWE Championship   Seth Rollins’ surprise return and shocking cash-in on CM Punk   Gunther’s war with CM Punk and what it means for his future   Naomi stealing the win over Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY   Jade Cargill’s rocky night vs Tiffany Stratton   Jelly Roll’s celebrity performance against Logan Paul & Randy Orton   Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss’ Tag Title reign and where it’s headed   Brock Lesnar’s return & possible John Cena showdown   Plus: Karrion Kross & Scarlett’s “alumni” rumors, Wyatt 6 chaos, and our predictions for Clash in Paris   We give you honest match reviews, storyline speculation, fantasy booking, and plenty of laughs along the way. This is the most uncut WWE review you’ll hear anywhere.   Follow & Support Us: 🎙️ Listen to all episodes: Basement Bookers Podcast on Podbean 📺 Watch the show on YouTube: Basement Bookers YouTube 📲 Follow us on social media: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz 💪 Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/BasementBookerspod

The Basement Bookers are back with a full preview of WWE Summerslam 2025!   We break down every confirmed match and fantasy book the biggest moments of the summer!   🔥 Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena – Will it be Cena’s last match? 🛡️ CM Punk takes on GUNTHER in a dream showdown 👑 Naomi, Rhea Ripley, and IYO SKY clash for the Women’s Championship 🤠 Randy Orton & Jelly Roll team up vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul 💼 Fallout from Money in the Bank 🗣️ Plus Roxanne Perez, LA Knight, and TLC Tag Title talk   Hit play, drop a 5-star, and remember... the match of life is scheduled for one fall!   🎙️ Twitter/X: @BasementBookers @BasementJer @RichTheRiz   📸 Instagram: @BasementBookersPod   📺 YouTube: Basement Bookers Podcast   💌 Email: [email protected]   Join the conversation, send your predictions, or just say what’s up!

This week, we pay tribute to one of wrestling’s most iconic figures—Hulk Hogan. From slamming Andre to forming the NWO and his WrestleMania showdown with The Rock, we reflect on the Hulkster’s legacy, impact, and influence on the entire industry.   We also preview WWE SummerSlam 2025, including:   John Cena vs. Cody Rhodes: Street Fight Showdown   Gunther vs. CM Punk   TLC Tag Title Chaos with the Wyatt 6   Liv Morgan, Roxanne Perez, Becky Lynch storylines   Surprise tag team: Andrade & Rey Fenix?   Fallout from Chelsea Green’s social media exit   Ric Flair health update   Who’s missing from the card? (Where’s LA Knight?!)   We speak from the heart, we speculate wild, and we call it like we see it. You’re not gonna want to miss this one.   🎥 Watch our Hulk Hogan Tribute Video here → [Link] 📅 Join us for RAW Watch Parties every Monday at 8PM ET 🎧 Full audio version on Podbean, Spotify & more   💬 Share your favorite Hulk Hogan memories in the comments. 📲 Follow us @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz @basementbookers 💥 Support the show: https://patreon.com/basementbookerspod   0:00 – Intro: “What you gonna do, brother?” Tribute Begins 1:55 – Reflecting on Hulk Hogan’s Impact on Wrestling 5:45 – Top 3 Hulk Hogan Moments (Andre, NWO, The Rock) 10:10 – Was the Andre Slam Planned? Different Stories 13:22 – The Pre-Internet Wrestling Magic 16:05 – NWO Changed the Business Forever 18:50 – Rock vs. Hogan: Crowd Control Masterclass 22:15 – Hogan’s Legacy vs. Online Hate 24:00 – Japan Run: Hogan vs. Tiger Mask 25:05 – Final Thoughts: RIP Terry Bollea 26:00 – Cena vs. Cody Rhodes SummerSlam Street Fight Preview 30:35 – Will Cody Turn Heel? 32:58 – Gunther vs. CM Punk Speculation 35:10 – TLC Tag Team Title Chaos w/ Wyatt 6 38:55 – Rey Fenix & Andrade Tag Team Push? 41:20 – Freebird Rule for Wyatt 6? Bo Dallas & Rowan 43:40 – Becky Lynch as IC Champion – Women’s Title Outlook 46:30 – Liv Morgan, Roxanne Perez & Bayley Direction 49:10 – Rhea Ripley’s Star Power Compared to Roman 50:45 – Where is LA Knight?! 52:35 – Chelsea Green Social Media Fallout 58:05 – Ric Flair Health Update – Cancer-Free 59:30 – Closing Thoughts on Hogan, Legacy, and Troll Culture 1:04:30 – What Happens After SummerSlam? 1:07:00 – Outro – Share Your Hogan Memories, Follow @BasementJer & @RichTheRiz  

The fallout from WWE Evolution 2025 is HERE, and the Basement Bookers are breaking it all down — unfiltered and unleashed. From Naomi’s shocking cash-in to Goldberg’s war with GUNTHER, we’re talking full match reactions, storytelling breakdowns, and bold predictions as WWE heads into Summerslam and Clash at the Castle: Paris.   Did WWE book it right? Did the women’s Battle Royal deliver? What’s next for Seth Rollins and LA Knight? Is CM Punk playing games with Cena? Plus, a wild promo theory about MJF, Charlotte Flair slander, and why no one is talking about Shayna Baszler.   🎙️ This episode is STACKED — timestamped below for easy jumping. 📲 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay locked in every week!   📌 Follow us: Twitter/X: @BasementBookers @Basementjer @RichThRiz Instagram: @BasementBookerspod 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more. Patreon.com/BasementBookersPod   00:00 – Intro: Piping hot coffee & Evolution reaction 01:50 – Goldberg vs GUNTHER: Was it satisfying? 06:10 – LA Knight vs Seth Rollins: Solid match or just “there”? 08:30 – Naomi cashes in! A crowd moment done right 12:00 – Naomi vs Jade Cargill aftermath 14:40 – Women’s Battle Royal: Bianca, Nia, and Shayna Baszler shade 17:50 – Lyra Valkyria vs Becky Lynch vs Bayley: Strong showing or filler? 21:10 – JC Jane retains… but for how long? 24:30 – Charlotte Flair returns (UGH) & Alexa Bliss alliance 26:00 – Trish Stratus vs Tiffany Stratton: Respect to the legend 28:20 – Evolution production notes & crowd energy 31:00 – Clash at the Castle Paris predictions 34:00 – CM Punk vs Cena Summerslam setup teased 36:30 – Who faces Seth Rollins at Summerslam? 38:45 – MJF “Caterpillar” promo deep dive and chaos 42:10 – MJF vs Ricochet possibility 44:00 – Final thoughts & shoutouts

he Basement Bookers are back to break down WWE’s Saturday Night’s Main Event 2025—including Goldberg’s retirement match, shocking developments in the Evolution card, and who’s walking out with the power. Plus, a look at resurfaced lost Bray Wyatt media, the harsh reality of online hate in wrestling, and some of the funniest promos this side of Jacob Fatu.   📌 Let us know your predictions in the comments!   🎧 Listen & Follow:   Twitter/X: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz   💥 New episodes every week. RAW Watchalongs every Monday @ 8PM ET!   00:00 - Intro: Saturday Night's Main Event & Evolution Picks Setup 01:20 - Goldberg vs Gunther: Retirement Match Breakdown 05:45 - Could Roman Return? Tagline Theory: “No One Spared, Everyone Speared” 07:25 - Drew McIntyre vs Randy Orton: “Back to Back” Comeback Clash 10:58 - Solo Sikoa vs Jimmy Uso: Family Feud for the U.S. Title 14:10 - Will Jey or Jacob Fatu Interfere? 15:35 - LA Knight vs Seth Rollins: Control of Power or Just Revenge? 20:30 - Rollins Faction Future: Bron Breakker or Bust? 22:05 - Evolution Pick Change: Nikki Bella In, Stephanie Vacare Out? 25:10 - Why Nikki Might Win: Liv Morgan’s Injury Fallout 27:00 - Tiebreaker Rules for Main Event Time (15 vs 21 Minutes) 29:45 - Final Pick Switch: JC Jane Over Jordynne Grace for NXT Women’s Title 31:45 - Lost Media Segment: Bray Wyatt’s WWE 2K22 MyRise Footage Reaction 34:50 - Jacob Fatu Promo Parody: Kevin Hart “By Myself” Clip Breakdown 36:30 - WCW RoboCop Story: Oreos, Echoes, and Robo Wants a Snack 39:40 - GTA Star Wars Droid Skit: “Hello There!” Inside Joke Reveal 41:20 - Wrestlers With Most Online Hate: Breakdown of CryptoManiacs Study 45:05 - Charlotte Flair, Nia Jax, Mercedes, Tegan Knox & More 48:00 - Generational Problem: Keyboard Hate vs Face-to-Face Respect 51:10 - Goldberg Again?! But Not Really – Nuance in Criticism 52:50 - Social Media Incentivizes Negativity: Algorithms and Attention 55:10 - “Controversy Creates Cash” – Engagement by Outrage 57:00 - Final Thoughts: Don’t Be a Dick Online, Seriously 59:10 - Wrap-Up: No Livestream This Weekend, Evolution Watch Party Details 1:00:45 - Monday Night RAW Watchalong Reminder + Final Sign-Off

This week on the Basement Bookers Podcast, we break down WWE Evolution 2025 with full picks and predictions for every match on the card—including surprise scenarios, title changes, and how it might all connect to SummerSlam.   Plus, we cover the fallout from Night of Champions, including the aftermath of Cena vs. Punk, Solo's golden rise, and what’s next for Jade Cargill, Naomi, Becky Lynch, and more. We also talk about the battle royal mystery, WarGames vs. Survivor Series booking, and Cena’s possible last match.   📺 Subscribe to the channel and help us reach 120! 💬 Comment below your Evolution predictions and fantasy booking! 🎧 Listen wherever podcasts are found.   00:00 Intro Banter 02:40  SmackDown & Bloodline Talk 07:50  Night of Champions Fallout 13:20  Cena’s Last Ride? 17:00  Evolution Predictions Begin 20:45  Rhea Ripley vs. Io Sky 24:10  Jade Cargill vs. Naomi 28:30  Evolution Battle Royal Predictions 34:00  Trish Stratus vs. Tiffany Stratton 36:00  Liv Morgan Injury + Women’s Tag Talk 40:00  Iconics Return Tangent + Squirrel Internet 43:20  WarGames vs. Survivor Series Debate 47:10  Becky Lynch Theme & Heel Turn 50:00  Final Picks Recap 53:00  Outro Banter

The Basement Bookers are breaking down the full card for WWE Night of Champions 2025 and the King & Queen of the Ring finals!   We’re talking:   Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton – Legacy explodes!   CM Punk vs. John Cena – WWE Championship clash!   Asuka vs. Jade Cargill – Who takes the crown?   Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez in a street fight!   Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa for the U.S. Title   Plus: Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross and wild theories on Cross not taking back bumps 👀   💥 Hit subscribe and help us break our record—be our 106th subscriber! 📅 Join us LIVE Saturday @ 1PM EST for Night of Champions watch party! 🎙️ Live every Monday @ 8PM EST for Raw!   👇 Drop your predictions in the comments—we read 'em!   Follow us: 📸 Twitter/X: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz 🎧 Full episodes on: Patreon.com/BasementBookersPod   00:00 – Intro: Welcome back to the Basement! 02:35 – Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton (King of the Ring) 08:40 – Asuka vs. Jade Cargill (Queen of the Ring) 15:52 – John Cena vs. CM Punk (WWE Title) 26:30 – Is CM Punk a hypocrite? 33:50 – Will Seth Rollins cash in? 36:00 – Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa (U.S. Title) 40:15 – Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez (Street Fight) 46:05 – Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross 56:00 – Kross bump theory & WWE’s stop/start booking 1:03:40 – Final Match Predictions Recap 1:07:00 – Outro: Bookers' message + Subscriber shoutout

This week on the Basement Bookers Podcast: 🔥 Liv Morgan’s shoulder injury shakes up WWE plans 🔥 John Cena channels the pipe bomb against CM Punk – full breakdown 🔥 Seth’s “Dangerous Freakin’ Alliance” – hit or miss? 🔥 Goldberg vs GUNTHER? 🔥 Queen & King of the Ring predictions 🔥 Wyatt 6 tag team chaos incoming 🔥 Plus: Jimmy & Jacob’s Bloodline future, Naomi’s cash-in path, and more!   📺 We go live every Monday for RAW watch-alongs! 📢 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for weekly wrestling chaos.   🔔 Follow the Bookers on social: @BasementJer • @RichTheRiz   00:00 – Intro & Pepper King Returns 02:15 – Liv Morgan Injury Fallout 06:42 – Tag Team Future: Raquel & Roxanne? 12:31 – Mercedes Moné Belt Collector Debate 19:40 – Seth’s Dangerous Freakin’ Alliance 24:10 – LA Knight vs Seth: Does It Work? 29:00 – Money in the Bank Briefcase Logic 33:25 – Goldberg vs GUNTHER Setup 36:00 – Queen & King of the Ring Brackets 43:10 – Oscar’s Return & Tournament Picks 48:20 – Cena vs Punk Promo Analysis 55:33 – Punk’s Legacy: Did He Peak at the Pipe Bomb? 01:02:40 – Naomi’s MITB Strategy 01:08:15 – Wyatt 6 Tag Team Plans 01:14:45 – Jade, B-Fab & Meachin Faction? 01:18:55 – AJ Styles in the IC Title Picture 01:21:10 – Outro & Spiteful Subscriptions

The Basement Bookers are back to break down WWE Money in the Bank 2025! This episode is all about the fallout, from Naomi’s huge ladder match win to Seth Rollins claiming the briefcase and the “key to the power.” We talk Rhea Ripley’s status, Becky’s new title reign, the Queen and King of the Ring brackets, the Judgment Day lore, and what’s next for Jey Uso after his short but historic run as World Champ.   💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments — what’s the “power” Triple H and Seth Rollins keep talking about? 💥 Like & Subscribe — help us get to 120! 👊 Match of life is scheduled for one fall... make it count.   📲 Follow us on Socials: 📸 Instagram/Twitter: @BasementJer / @RichTheRiz 🎧 Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/BasementBookersPod   📌 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: Forest Review & Homelander Cody 03:22 - Naomi wins MITB! Women's Ladder Match Breakdown 06:45 - Rhea Ripley’s Role & Queen of the Ring Setup 09:40 - Becky Lynch wins IC Title, Evolution Triple Threat? 13:00 - Dominik Mysterio vs Octagon Jr – AAA/WWE Moment 15:45 - Queen of the Ring Picks: Jade, Alexa, Charlotte 18:30 - Roxanne Perez’s Rise & Judgment Day Prospects 21:10 - Seth Rollins Wins MITB – The Power Shift Begins 25:00 - What is “The Power”? Triple H's Master Plan 28:25 - Jey Uso Overworked – Gunther Reclaims Gold 32:40 - Cody’s Vodka Tour Bus & MITB Shenanigans 34:10 - Gunther vs Sami or Ilja? King of the Ring Hype 37:35 - Tag Division Talk – USOs, Lucha Bros, & The Problem 41:00 - Ron Killings is Serious Now – First Feud Speculation 44:10 - Final Thoughts & Call to Action: What’s Next?  

The Basement Bookers Podcast is back with a stacked episode of wild predictions, deep dives, and fantasy booking chaos for WWE Money in the Bank 2025, live this Saturday from the Inglewood Inuit Dome!   Join @BasementJer and @RichTheRiz as they call every match, from Seth Rollins chasing power to Naomi’s time to shine, and even a big tag team clash with John Cena & Logan Paul vs Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso.   We break down the potential cash-ins, wild cards, and what might be next for WWE’s biggest names. Is the MITB concept worn out? Should it go back to WrestleMania? And what’s next for R-Truth? We answer all that and more.   📅 Join us LIVE Saturday for the Watch Party and every Monday at 8PM Eastern for our Raw streams! 📢 Let us know YOUR predictions in the comments!   💥 Subscribe so you don’t miss a beat: 📲 Follow us on social: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz 🎧 Support us: Patreon.com/BasementBookersPod   0:00 - Intro and opening banter 2:20 - Why Rich thinks Money in the Bank is better than Royal Rumble 5:45 - Has the Money in the Bank concept lost its shine? 8:40 - Men’s Money in the Bank predictions begin 10:05 - Seth Rollins as the logical favorite 12:20 - Solo Sikoa as a strong second pick 15:45 - El Grande Americano and the Chad Gable theory 18:00 - Rollins, Solo, LA Knight order of picks 20:55 - Is Seth being positioned as the next top guy? 24:00 - Becky Lynch vs Lyra Valkyria predictions 26:50 - Women’s Money in the Bank ladder match breakdown 28:30 - Naomi as the pick to win MITB 30:15 - Why MITB favors heels 32:10 - Roxanne Perez as a dangerous sleeper pick 35:00 - Stacked women’s MITB match analysis 37:25 - Cena and Logan Paul vs Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso 40:15 - Can Cena still go in a tag match? 43:00 - Swerve ideas and potential cash-ins 45:20 - Main event match time predictions 48:00 - The R-Truth situation and release reactions 52:40 - Fantasy booking R-Truth’s final WWE run 58:10 - WWE vs AEW business differences and UK negotiations 1:00:30 - Could R-Truth get a legends deal? 1:03:00 - Final thoughts and wrap-up

WWE SmackDown is  THREE hours long — and The Basement Bookers are fantasy booking the entire show! From new champions to bold storylines, we’re reshaping the blue brand with our own hands.   John Cena’s descent into darkness? Jimmy Uso teaming with Rey Fenix?! Seth Rollins running a Wish-version Bloodline?! In this episode, Basement Jer & Rich the Riz go deep on:   Why Raw’s ratings are tanking   Fixing the women’s division   The future of the Wyatt 6   Who should feud with John Cena   Our personal fantasy booking for SmackDown’s roster   Let us know your fantasy booking in the comments!   📲 Follow us everywhere: 🔹 Twitter/X: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz  | @BasementBookers 🔹 Instagram: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz | @Basementbookerpod   💥 Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/BasementBookersPod   🎮 Who’s booking your WWE Universe Mode? #BasementBookers #SmackDown #WWE #FantasyBooking

Money in the Bank qualifiers, Saturday Night’s Main Event review, and surprise WWE returns — it’s all here! The Basement Bookers break down every match, fallout, and future storyline on the road to MITB. Join Basement Jer and Rich the Riz as they react to Cena’s heel tactics, Bronson Reed's shocking return, Zelina Vega’s title reign, and how Seth Rollins may be plotting Punk’s downfall. From in-ring time analysis to fantasy booking MITB, we cover it all! 0:00 - Intro & Goal: 103 Subscribers 2:15 - Saturday Night’s Main Event Vibes 4:20 - Rollins & Breakker vs Punk & Zayn (+Bronson Reed Returns) 12:05 - Women’s Match Discussion (Vega vs Chelsea) 18:45 - Cena vs Truth: Ron Cena Rises 22:10 - Priest vs Drew Cage Match Critique 27:55 - Main Event: Logan Paul vs Jey Uso w/ Cena & Cody Chaos 34:30 - MITB Men’s Qualifiers Preview 41:10 - MITB Women’s Qualifiers Breakdown 48:05 - White 6 Returns on Bray’s Birthday 51:50 - Roman Reigns’ Birthday + Final Thoughts

The Basement Bookers are back with full WWE Backlash 2025 predictions! From Dominic Mysterio defending the Intercontinental Championship to John Cena and Randy Orton possibly writing the final chapter in their legendary rivalry, we're calling every match! 💬 Let us know YOUR picks in the comments below! 👑 Who walks out champion? Who gets buried? And could Logan Paul break the system?! 00:00 - Welcome & Intro 01:30 - Dominic Mysterio vs. Penta (IC Title) 05:15 - Fatal 4-Way for US Title: Fatu, LA Knight, Priest, Drew 10:45 - Gunther vs. Pat McAfee 15:00 - Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria (Women's IC) 20:20 - Cena vs. Orton (WWE Championship) 26:00 - Wild Predictions & Cody Theories 29:45 - Final Thoughts + Subscribe Plug 🎙️ Subscribe & turn on notifications! 📣 Follow us: 🐦 Twitter/X: @BasementBookers @BasementJer @RichTheRiz 📘 Facebook: Basement Bookers Podcast 📱 TikTok: @basementbookers 🎧 Listen on Podbean, Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Patrion.com/BasementBookersPod

🎙️ This week on the Basement Bookers Podcast: We react to WWE's latest roster cuts — including Braun Strowman, Dakota Kai, Gigi Dolin, Shotzi, and more — and give our unfiltered takes on who got done dirty, who might bounce back, and what this means for the future of WWE.   PLUS: We react to the spicy new Hot Ones-style WWE video featuring Liv Morgan & Dominik Mysterio. Is this the best Judgment Day content yet?   👇 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro & Star Wars/Cinco de Mayo Banter 01:45 - WWE Main Roster Releases Rundown 05:10 - NXT Releases Breakdown 09:20 - Our Reactions: Braun, Dakota, Gigi, Shotzi, etc. 22:00 - Why Shayna Baszler Deserved Better 28:15 - Real Talk: Why Some Stars Never Got Over 36:00 - Can these released stars thrive in AEW or TNA? 42:00 - BONUS: Liv Morgan & Dominik Mysterio "Hot Ones" Segment Reaction 1:13:00 - Final Thoughts + Monday Night RAW Watchalong Plug   📺 Watch RAW with us LIVE every Monday at 8PM ET ✅ Subscribe & hit the bell for more wrestling chaos every week 📢 Drop your thoughts below — who do YOU think was the biggest surprise release?

No middle ground! The Basement Bookers throw down a WrestleMania review where it's Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down — no "it was fine" allowed. We break down the matches, surprises, and jaw-dropping moments from this year's biggest show. PLUS, we check out The Rock’s mild appearance on The Pat McAfee Show where He receives a glazing worthy of The Rock and what it means for the WWE Universe moving forward. Subscribe for honest takes, brutal truth, and a little bit of basement chaos!

With Basement Jer still on vacation, Rich the Riz struggles with technology to bring you picks and predictions for WrestleMania 41! Jer provides his predictions via pre-taped segments.

WrestleMania is around the corner, and the Basement Bookers are here to break down the chaos from Monday Night Raw and the road to the grandest stage of them all. From Cody Rhodes' Clash of Clans apology to Logan Paul’s new finisher, we cover all the latest in WWE madness. Plus: El Grande Americano vs Rey Mysterio, Dominik's IC title hopes, and the Paul Heyman favor twist!   📌 Don't forget to subscribe, comment your predictions, and follow us:   Twitter: @BasementJer | @RichTheRiz   Patreon: patreon.com/BasementBookersPod   🎧 The match of life is scheduled for one fall… so make it count   00:00 – Intro, Tech Woes & Kidney Sales 03:32 – WrestleMania Match Count & Card Overview 06:40 – Rhea Ripley & Judgment Day Drama 09:55 – Cody Rhodes Clash of Clans Apology 13:42 – LA Knight “Let Me Talk to Ya” Compilation 16:17 – Women’s Triple Threat Early Predictions 18:20 – Tag Gauntlet & Women’s Midcard Title Talk 20:45 – Jade Cargill vs Naomi Historic Match 22:55 – Clicky Keyboards & WrestleMania Singles History 26:31 – Jacob Fatu vs LA Knight – U.S. Title Speculation 30:15 – Logan Paul’s Pulverizer & AJ Styles 33:48 – Dominik vs Finn & IC Title Future 38:10 – Rey Mysterio vs El Grande Americano 41:02 – Drew McIntyre vs Damian Priest Grudge Match 44:17 – Tiffany Stratton vs Charlotte Flair – Evolution Needed? 48:50 – GUNTHER vs Jey Uso – Promo Breakdown & Feud Heat 53:10 – Paul Heyman Favor – Rollins, Punk, & Roman Drama 58:25 – Cena vs Cody – Who Walks Out Champ? 1:02:40 – Outro & Next Week’s Solo Episode Tease

This week, Basement Jer and Rich The Riz  dive into the latest episode of Stephanie’s Places—or is it Cody’s Places? From the Cena vs. Cody buildup to WrestleMania, to triple threat predictions and that overly emotional Rhodes family retrospective, nothing is safe from the Bookers’ sarcasm.   We also talk about the chaos of RAW, GUNTHER’s title run, the Bloodline burnout, and Rusev Day rising again (maybe).    All that and more in an episode filled with wrestling history, wild predictions, and a lot of side-eye at Cody's tears.   Socials and Patreon like and subscribe please :) https://Patreon.com/BasementBookerspod https://twitter.com/BasementJer https://twitter.com/RichTheRiz   00:00 – Intro & Basement Bookers Watchalong setup 01:30 – Monday Night Raw recap (Cena/Cody segment) 06:50 – “Who cooked?”: Cena vs. Cody mic battle 12:40 – Predicting Cena’s WrestleMania outcome 17:15 – The three-crossroads formula theory 22:00 – Triple H, GUNTHER, and Jay Uso predictions 27:10 – Thoughts on 2-hour Smackdown returning 30:40 – “Cody’s revenge” and Roman Reigns talk 35:00 – CM Punk, Heyman, and long-term storytelling 42:00 – Stephanie’s Places: Cody’s episode 2 begins 45:30 – Center Stage nostalgia & Dusty’s legacy 50:00 – Stardust, Mr. Sinister, and Cody's indie leap 55:45 – Brandi & Cody origin story (blowing in the ear?) 01:02:00 – WrestleMania redemption arc & that Rolex 01:06:00 – Outro & post-show reflections 01:10:00 – “Match of Life” sign-off