All In Live Thread

[Maluco]

It seems so unlikely, and still has many obstacles to overcome, but there is definately a market for something different. Those millions of fans that no longer watch RAW definately have a contingent that still like wrestling.

It just needs to be accessible and have a few names tied to it.

Actually think Corgan has done a quiet, but really great job with NWA title so far. It will take years, but I think if people want to believe it has value and it is presented well, it can be somewhat restored

[Ol Dirty Dastard]

Originally Posted by Maluco Actually think Corgan has done a quiet, but really great job with NWA title so far. It will take years, but I think if people want to believe it has value and it is presented well, it can be somewhat restored

Corgan is the best chance the NWA has. A guy who loves wrestling, has seen HUGE success in the entertainment industry, and understands not to sprint before he can walk (and likely had that hammered home with how he got carnied in TNA). He really can bank roll them if he's smart.

He also appreciates old school wrestling and isn't going to get caught up in the gaga. His championship has gone from the gutter to being defended in front of 10,000 plus people. No matter what the buys are, that is incredible. Plus, now Cody can potentially defend his belt in the Tokyo dome in front of tons more people.

Everyone involved can't ride the coat tails of All In. They have to book these "all in" type events to have their own unique themes. If they can find a way to book two of these a year to start, that'd be amazing.

[Jordan]

Originally Posted by The Dastardly One I think they really need to do something about how Indy-rific everything is. That doesn't mean copy the WWE, because even the WWE comes across as bush league AF. Most of the entrance songs suck. I hate all Indy commentating. Nobody sounds like a damned sportscaster. You have one guy wearing a fucking mask. Come on. I'm still enjoying the show, and it looks really good. Love the fight camps accompanying performers to the ring. Love the energy. Just some presentation issues that I think are hokey and will hold them back.

It was a step above indie-rific for me. I've seen plenty of indie-rific this year. The commentary was hit and miss, but for me Excalibur (the masked commentator and owner of PWG) was solid throughout the show. The guest commentator during the NWA Championship match was horrible though. Ian Riccaboni was okay for me but sometimes seemed unprepared and too tight, not willing to just talk. Felt like he was trying to be Mauro at time, which I guess is a great person to be like but "you know"...

Originally Posted by Maluco Couldn't watch this for a whole list of reasons, but after initially being dismissive, it has definately peaked my interest. Wrestling world is crying out for an alternative, and it would be amazing if even something small, niche, but well written, could eventually come out of something like this Can't describe how much I hate current day WWE, but would fully support a viable alternative

I think that ALL IN if made an annual event could the "Wrestlemania" of indie wrestling. As much as I'd like to see more of it, I love the idea of it being the highlight of the year for the great indie workers and stories that take place.

Originally Posted by Maluco It seems so unlikely, and still has many obstacles to overcome, but there is definately a market for something different. Those millions of fans that no longer watch RAW definately have a contingent that still like wrestling. It just needs to be accessible and have a few names tied to it. Actually think Corgan has done a quiet, but really great job with NWA title so far. It will take years, but I think if people want to believe it has value and it is presented well, it can be somewhat restored

I feel like they would set themselves up to fail if they try to make a proper promotion out of ALL IN or NWA, I think they need to keep the NWA Title a promotional tool to boost the importance of a show, be it IMPACT, ROH, whatever indie or NJPW show that the champ is booked for. Supporting the indie scene seems to be more viable than actually launching a major promotion that has guys to contacts that will just be stolen by WWE.

Originally Posted by The Midnight Gertner You won't in about a week

Sure but I don't have to. It's not a weekly program. I won't have to really care about it until they announce the rematch at NWA 70th or whatever match they make for that event.

Originally Posted by Stickman Can Cody sell out a stadium? (No)

It's not about selling out stadiums, why would you even think that? And to be honest when has WWE ever actually sold out a stadium? They add 10, 20,000 to imaginary figures to each WM and give thousands of tickets away (for some events).

[Ol Dirty Dastard]

Originally Posted by Jordan X I think that ALL IN if made an annual event could the "Wrestlemania" of indie wrestling. As much as I'd like to see more of it, I love the idea of it being the highlight of the year for the great indie workers and stories that take place. I feel like they would set themselves up to fail if they try to make a proper promotion out of ALL IN or NWA, I think they need to keep the NWA Title a promotional tool to boost the importance of a show, be it IMPACT, ROH, whatever indie or NJPW show that the champ is booked for. Supporting the indie scene seems to be more viable than actually launching a major promotion that has guys to contacts that will just be stolen by WWE.

100% this is the way to do it. But I think they could pull off 2 shows a year if done carefully.