In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate, Eric previews Friday Night Smackdown with in-depth analysis on the highly anticipated Andrade vs Carmelo Hayes winner-take-all match, and Kevin Owens' big moment as he addresses WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. Will Roman Reigns and Jimmy Uso team up against Solo Sikoa and his new Bloodline? Plus, the Thursday Night Wrestling Review covers ROH and TNA Impact, including highlights like Athena’s win over Lady Frost and PCO retaining his championship. Eric also explores whether The Judgement Day’s potential breakup on Monday Night Raw could shake up WWE storylines. Don’t miss the Wrestling News Round-Up, featuring Jim Ross’ silence at AEW WrestleDream and Dominik Mysterio calling out The Rock & CM Punk.

Segment 1: Join Eric on the latest episode of GSMC Wrestling Laureate as he previews an exciting Friday Night Smackdown! The stakes are high with a winner-takes-all match between Andrade and Carmelo Hayes, while Kevin Owens takes center stage to address WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. Can Owens shake things up in the title picture? Plus, the drama continues as Roman Reigns and Jimmy Uso consider seeking backup in their ongoing battle against Solo Sikoa and his new Bloodline. Tune in for in-depth analysis and predictions for these key Smackdown storylines, as Eric breaks down the potential outcomes and impacts on the WWE landscape! 

Segment 2: In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate, Eric breaks down all the key moments from Thursday night’s action-packed wrestling events! Ring of Honor sees Angelico & Serpentico securing a big win, while Komander defeats Willie Mack in a thrilling match. Atlantis Jr. gets back in the win column, and Athena dominates Lady Frost in a Proving Ground match. Over on TNA Impact, PCO retains his championship after a hard-fought battle with Hall of Famer Rhino. NXT star Brinely Reese falls short against Ash by Elegance, Mike Bailey keeps his X-Division Championship intact, and Nic Nemeth scores a victory over Matt Cardona. 

Segment 3: In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate, Eric dives deep into the potential breakup of The Judgement Day on WWE Monday Night Raw. What will happen to the dominant faction if they split? Eric explores possible storylines for JD McDonagh, Finn Balor, Carlito, Dominik Mysterio, and Liv Morgan, discussing how each member could fare in singles competition or in new alliances. Will the dissolution of Judgement Day benefit WWE’s landscape, or will it leave a void in the roster? Tune in as Eric breaks down the implications of this major faction's potential end and how it might impact Raw’s future storylines and WWE’s direction overall! 

Segment 4: In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate, Eric discusses the huge news that WWE Raw and Smackdown will expand to 3-hour shows starting in January! This extra hour of programming is expected to give every WWE superstar on both rosters more screen time to showcase their talent and elevate their careers. Eric explores the potential benefits of this shift for underutilized wrestlers, fresh storylines, and bigger matchups across the board. Will the extended runtime help stars shine or create new challenges for WWE creative? 

Segment 5: In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate, Eric brings you all the major headlines in the world of professional wrestling. Hear why Jim Ross stayed silent during AEW’s controversial WrestleDream pay-per-view ending, and what it means for AEW moving forward. Plus, Dominik Mysterio has set the wrestling world ablaze by calling out legends The Rock and CM Punk—what’s behind his bold challenge? Eric also breaks down Kevin Owens' fiery social media exchange with Randy Orton as he defends WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. Get the latest updates, reactions, and insider takes on these hot wrestling stories. Don’t miss this jam-packed wrestling news round-up!

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