This week on Battleground Podcast, the guy breaks down a chaotic post-WrestleMania week, from fans crossing the line in Vegas to WWE’s surprising roster cuts. Plus, they dive into the latest NXT call-ups, and whether Darby Allin is truly the new face of AEW.

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WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy Hart joins Battle to talk about Hulk Hogan: Real American out now on Netflix and share behind-the-scenes stories about some of the biggest names in wrestling history. 

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WWE Superstar Je'Von Evans joins Battle ahead of WrestleMania to talk about his first WrestleMania ladder match, getting praised by John Cena, being F5’d by Brock Lesnar in the Royal Rumble, and learning from legends like Randy Orton and Shawn Michaels.

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WrestleMania 42 is finally here, and Battle, Eli, and Josh are breaking down all 13 matches across both nights at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, including their picks, predictions, and honest takes on a WrestleMania season that has had the IWC fired up. From Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton and CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns, to whether Oba vs. Brock steals the show, to the celebrity controversy surrounding Pat McAfee, Jelly Roll, and IShowSpeed, no match goes unexamined. Plus, the guys preview Trick Williams vs. Sami Zayn, Gunther vs. Seth Rollins, Jade Cargill vs. Rhea Ripley, and why the Demon Finn Bálor reveal may have spoiled its own magic.

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On this episode of the Battleground Podcast, Kenny Omega opens up about AEW Dynasty, facing MJF, and how this version of himself is different from the past. He looks back on his iconic rivalry with Okada, the emotional connection to performing in Canada, and why the Golden Lovers story remains one of his proudest accomplishments. Kenny also tells the wild story of how he ended up with the legendary Red Octobers.

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Elayna Black joins Battle in the Battleground to talk about her journey back to TNA and why it turned out to be the perfect place to rediscover her love for wrestling. Elayna opens up about stepping away from the business to protect her mental health, what "creative freedom" actually means to her now versus before, and why this version of Elayna Black is the most authentic one fans have ever seen. With TNA Rebellion in Cleveland on the horizon and her sights set on the Knockouts Championship.

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Carmelo Hayes joins the Battleground for a thoughtful conversation about growth, pressure, and staying ready for what is next in WWE. He reflects on his journey from NXT to SmackDown, the mindset behind chasing championships, and the importance of keeping perspective while navigating speculation and expectations.

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This week on Battleground, Battle, Josh and Eli dives headfirst into the firestorm surrounding Sami Zayn’s shocking title win and why fans are furious about what it could mean for Carmelo Hayes, Trick Williams, and the road to WrestleMania. They also break down WWE’s Hall of Fame “Legacy” debate, question who still deserves their moment, and unpack why the Hall itself still feels unfinished. On top of that, the guys dig into the growing buzz around Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton, Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk, and which Mania story is really catching fire. It’s a loaded episode packed with strong takes, wrestling nostalgia, and the kind of passionate debate only true wrestling fans can deliver.

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Leon Slater, the youngest X Division Champion in TNA history, joins Battle to talk about his incredible journey from training at nine years old to representing TNA on John Cena's retirement night in front of the whole wrestling world. Leon opens up about the invaluable lessons he's received from Matt and Jeff Hardy, what it was like connecting with Amazing Red before breaking his record, and why a clash with Mike Santana might be the must-see TNA match of 2026. 

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