Jake Torres
Pro Wrestling Reporter
Jake Torres covers the full spectrum of professional wrestling — from mainstream WWE and AEW to ROH, NJPW and the thriving independent circuit. His reporting prioritises accuracy and fan perspective.
Articles by Jake Torres
The honeymoon is over for Cody Rhodes ahead of WrestleMania 41
Cody Rhodes finished his story at WrestleMania 40, but a stale title …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
SmackDown's booking instability reveals a recurring creative flaw
Constant late-stage changes to SmackDown's script reveal a deeper creative dysfunction that …
1 month, 3 weeks agoOn This Day in Wrestling: April 11
April 11 reflects the cyclical nature of wrestling, from the chaotic booking …
1 month, 3 weeks agoOn This Day in Wrestling: April 11
A deep dive into the historical significance of April 11, tracing the …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
WWE Backlash booking is a messy gamble
WWE is sacrificing long-term credibility for short-term celebrity pops, and the latest …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Asuka vs. IYO SKY plans stalled as medical uncertainty looms
Asuka and IYO SKY's long-term program is in doubt due to shifting …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
The math behind the Shawn Michaels documentary pivot
Documentary-based content now drives a 15% increase in WWE’s archival programming, relying …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
TNA pulls talent from indie dates hitting AEW crossover matches
TNA is pulling talent from independent shows featuring AEW wrestlers, a move …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
AEW Dynasty needs a momentum injection in Vancouver
AEW returns to Vancouver for Dynasty, but the reliance on surprise returns …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Top 10: The Most Impactful Wrestler Returns (So Far)
Analyzing the strategic landscape of wrestler returns as WXW re-emerges and Kyle …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
MJF is playing a dangerous game with his words while TNA cancels his dream match
Nic Nemeth explains why the TNA-AEW dream match is off, while MJF …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
WWE's race to bridge the gap between wrestling and stock car crowds
Reducing setup time from 14 days down to 96 hours saves production …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Jiří Procházka and Carlos Ulberg collide for the vacant 205-pound crown
As Jiří Procházka and Carlos Ulberg prepare for the vacant light heavyweight …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Damian Priest's outburst highlights a broader struggle for WWE screen time
Damian Priest's frustration over Pat McAfee's screen time highlights the 14-minute opportunity …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
The Hardys and Good Brothers are finally colliding in Las Vegas
The Hardys prepare for a high-stakes clash against The Good Brothers in …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
The State of WWE: April 2026 Power Rankings Before WrestleMania 41
The WrestleMania 41 landscape is shifting as WWE scraps experimental themes and …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
The Rock’s Forbes recognition is a lesson in equity over earnings
The Rock's move from a $7 bank account to a seat on …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Forbes loves The Rock, but is 'self-made' the right story?
Forbes just named Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson to its list of 250 …
1 month, 3 weeks agoPaul Walter Hauser is the only Emmy winner with a 100 percent hardcore win rate
Paul Walter Hauser holds an 87.5% win rate across 14 matches, making …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Pat McAfee is teasing a massive SmackDown surprise before WrestleMania
Pat McAfee is teasing a massive surprise for tonight's SmackDown in San …
1 month, 3 weeks ago