The Dirt Sheet - 10/17/24

 The Dirt Sheet – 10/17/24

The Dirt Sheet – New Rumors from the Wrestling World

Welcome back to The Dirt Sheet, your source for the latest wrestling rumors across Atlas Championship Entertainment (ACE), International Wrestling Alliance (IWA), Pacific Coast Wrestling (PCW), American Pro Wrestling (APW), Great Lakes Wrestling (GLW), Gulf Coast Wrestling (GCW), Canadian Championship Wrestling (CCW), Oriental Wrestling Organization (OWO), and World Carnival of Wrestling (WCW). Let’s get into the juicy details from each promotion!

Atlas Championship Entertainment (ACE)

Rumor: Major Talent Shakeup After Shoot to Thrill?

Sources are buzzing about a potential roster shakeup following Shoot to Thrill. With recent feuds escalating—like the chaotic faction warfare raging with groups such as the Sons of Samoa, Foreign Legion, and Barclay Investment Group—ACE management is said to be considering fresh matchups to turboboost fan interest. Several high-profile ACE stars, including Simbi Loa and Austin Adonis, could find themselves in new feuds after the event. Adonis, who’s fresh on the scene, is reportedly in line for a major push, possibly challenging for the ACE World Championship by the end of 2024.

American Pro Wrestling (APW)

Rumor: APW to Introduce a New Championship in 2025?

Rumors have surfaced that APW is looking to introduce a new title in early 2025, with insiders suggesting it will be a Television Championship. With rising stars like Shawn Stryker and Diego Sanchez lighting up the singles division, APW management reportedly sees this as the perfect time to introduce a mid-card title that could give younger talent a spotlight. This could lead to a title tournament at the next major event, with Stryker or Sanchez likely to be involved in the competition.

International Wrestling Alliance (IWA)

Rumor: IWA World Title Scene to Feature New Contenders

The IWA World Heavyweight Championship scene is getting crowded, with a rumor circulating that Axel Richter might face fresh challengers after his next title defense. The word is that Marcus Graves, a rising star in the promotion, has been impressing behind the scenes, and could be in line for a shot at the title by the end of the year. Could we see a clash between these two titans at the IWA’s year-end event?

Pacific Coast Wrestling (PCW)

Rumor: PCW Set to Expand Internationally

Pacific Coast Wrestling is reportedly in talks to expand their presence beyond the West Coast, possibly hosting international events in Japan and Mexico. This could include co-promoted events with Oriental Wrestling Organization (OWO) and top lucha libre promotions, creating cross-promotional dream matches. Keep an eye out for more details as 2024 progresses.

Great Lakes Wrestling (GLW)

Rumor: New Signing Could Shake Up the GLW World Championship Scene

Word is that GLW is close to signing Tyler Fury, a highly sought-after free agent who has been making waves on the independent circuit. Fury, known for his high-flying and hard-hitting style, could be an instant contender for the GLW World Championship upon arrival, potentially challenging current champ “Iron” Eddie Sharpe. Expect an official announcement soon.

Gulf Coast Wrestling (GCW)

Rumor: GCW to Hold Special Anniversary Event in 2024

With the 30th anniversary of Gulf Coast Wrestling approaching, there’s talk of a special event featuring top stars from the promotion’s history. Legends like “The Southern King” Bobby Morgan and “Cowboy” Jake Hendricks are rumored to make appearances, and current GCW talent could find themselves in showcase matches against some of the veterans who helped build the company. This anniversary event could be the biggest GCW show in years.

Canadian Championship Wrestling (CCW)

Rumor: CCW to Launch New TV Deal?

Insiders say CCW is in the final stages of negotiating a new television deal that could see the promotion gain a broader audience across Canada. This deal could bring their weekly programming to a larger network, giving more exposure to stars like Terry Montague and “Grizzly” Joe Mercer. With CCW looking to expand its reach, this could be a huge step forward for the promotion.

Oriental Wrestling Organization (OWO)

Rumor: OWO to Host First-Ever All-Women’s Pay-Per-View

The Oriental Wrestling Organization is rumored to be planning its first-ever all-women’s pay-per-view for 2025. This historic event could feature top women’s talent from across Asia, with stars like Xia Li and Mei Ying expected to headline. There’s also talk that international talent, particularly from Japan and the U.S., could be brought in to give the event even more star power. The OWO women’s division has been gaining traction, and this event could be the next step in solidifying their place on the global stage.

World Carnival of Wrestling (WCW)

Rumor: WCW Eyeing New Talent for 2024 Carnival Clash

WCW is reportedly scouting talent from smaller promotions in Europe and South America to feature in their annual Carnival Clash tournament next year. This could bring some fresh faces into the global wrestling spotlight, with rumors suggesting that several top prospects, including high-flyers from Argentina and powerhouse brawlers from Germany, are being targeted for the 2024 tournament.

That’s all for this week’s edition of The Dirt Sheet! Stay tuned for more inside scoops and breaking news from the wrestling world!