The Basement Bookers

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
 
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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.
 
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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.
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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.
 
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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.
 
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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 👀
 
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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!
 
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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.
 
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📌 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.
 
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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
 
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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 Subscribers2:15 - Saturday Night’s Main Event Vibes4:20 - Rollins & Breakker vs Punk & Zayn (+Bronson Reed Returns)12:05 - Women’s Match Discussion (Vega vs Chelsea)18:45 - Cena vs Truth: Ron Cena Rises22:10 - Priest vs Drew Cage Match Critique27:55 - Main Event: Logan Paul vs Jey Uso w/ Cena & Cody Chaos34:30 - MITB Men’s Qualifiers Preview41:10 - MITB Women’s Qualifiers Breakdown48:05 - White 6 Returns on Bray’s Birthday51:50 - 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 & Intro01:30 - Dominic Mysterio vs. Penta (IC Title)05:15 - Fatal 4-Way for US Title: Fatu, LA Knight, Priest, Drew10:45 - Gunther vs. Pat McAfee15:00 - Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria (Women's IC)20:20 - Cena vs. Orton (WWE Championship)26:00 - Wild Predictions & Cody Theories29:45 - Final Thoughts + Subscribe Plug
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