Ringside Renaissance

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Ringside Renaissance is a no-BS WWE wrestling podcast hosted by Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse. From Royal Rumble to WrestleMania, we break down the moments fans argue about, the stories that matter, and the direction of WWE heading forward. As seen on Netflix and featured on Busted Open, Ringside Renaissance delivers bold takes, real discussion, and unapologetic wrestling talk. No scripts. No safe opinions. Welcome to the Renaissance. Built for fans who value passion, honesty, and long-term storytelling, every episode cuts through hype to debate what truly shapes modern wrestling. Period.

  1. WWE Elimination Chamber MATCHES LEAKED?! WrestleMania Main Event Decided?!

    5D AGO

    WWE Elimination Chamber MATCHES LEAKED?! WrestleMania Main Event Decided?!

    WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 is on the horizon… but is the WrestleMania main event already decided? This week on Ringside Renaissance (Rated RR) 👑, we break down whether the Elimination Chamber is a true game-changer — or just a stepping stone to a WrestleMania match WWE may have quietly locked in. Cody “Raheem” Rhodes is building serious momentum… but is the outcome inevitable? 🏆CM Punk and Finn Bálor tension continues to simmer 🔥Roman Reigns looms over everything ☝️AJ Lee shaking up the women’s division 💥Liv Morgan chaos 😈Judgment Day uncertainty ⚖️ We also dive into: • WrestleMania 2026 championship direction• Cody Rhodes vs Drew McIntyre speculation• Women’s Elimination Chamber stakes• Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins & CM Punk power dynamics• LA Knight & Bron Breakker’s main event futures• Wyatt Sicks, tag division concerns & creative frustrations• WWE Unreal documentary thoughts 🎬 Is WWE playing it safe… or telling a long-term story that just hasn’t paid off yet? Chicago won’t behave. Neither will we. 🔔🔥 🔗 Connect With Ringside Renaissance Linktree: https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissanceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissanceX / Twitter: https://x.com/RRWrestlingpodDiscord: https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4Merch: https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎧 Chapters 00:00 WrestleMania Build-Up & The IWC03:32 Cody Rhodes & The Elimination Chamber08:36 Title Contenders & Future Match Direction11:34 Jade Cargill & The Women’s Title Scene14:07 WrestleMania Championship Picture16:38 Kit Wilson, Oba Femi & Brock Lesnar19:19 The Problem With Long Title Reigns20:56 The Wyatt Sicks & The MFTs23:01 Main Roster Call-Ups & Releases24:06 New Blood in WWE Main Events26:58 What’s Next for LA Knight?28:11 Bron Breakker, The Vision & The Masked Man29:10 Jericho, Rollins or Bad Bunny Return?31:23 Tag Team Division & The Usos32:40 Jey Uso’s Main Event Future34:17 Liv Morgan, Stephanie Vaquer & Dominik Mysterio37:32 Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins & CM Punk40:40 WWE Unreal Documentary Thoughts42:44 Women’s Elimination Chamber Breakdown44:04 Women’s Tag Team Division Issues46:39 El Grande Americano Storyline49:38 AJ Lee vs Becky Lynch51:53 CM Punk vs Finn Bálor52:47 Elimination Chamber Early Predictions55:42 The Road to WrestleMania #WWE #EliminationChamber #WrestleMania #CodyRhodes #CMPunk #RomanReigns #WWERaw #SmackDown #AJLee #LivMorgan #FinnBalor #DrewMcIntyre #SethRollins #JudgmentDay #WrestlingPodcast

    59 min
  2. Royal Rumble Shockwave: Roman, Punk & the Road to WrestleMania

    FEB 6

    Royal Rumble Shockwave: Roman, Punk & the Road to WrestleMania

    🔥 ROYAL RUMBLE SHOCKWAVE 🔥The fallout is real. The 2026 Royal Rumble from Riyadh sent shockwaves through WWE, and Ringside Renaissance is breaking down everything — the chaos, the controversy, the winners, the botches, and what it all means for the Road to WrestleMania. 👑 Roman Reigns wins the Royal Rumble — predictable outcome or career-defining move?💄 Liv Morgan makes history — is this the greatest Women’s Royal Rumble win ever?🎤 CM Punk vs Roman Reigns — a promo battle that could headline WrestleMania🔥 Gunther tightens his grip as “The Career Killer” while AJ Styles faces a major crossroads🧠 The masked man mystery deepens — and the roster may never be the same We also dive into:• The chaos and controversy of the Saudi Arabia crowd and production• Women’s Royal Rumble surprises, no-shows, and standout performances• Drew McIntyre vs Sami Zayn for the Universal Championship• Oba Femi’s monster presence and the future of WWE’s next generation• The Final Five showdown: Roman Reigns, Gunther, Randy Orton, Logan Paul, and Jacob Fatu• Monday Night RAW fallout from Philadelphia• Bron Breakker, The Vision, and emerging new stars• Judgment Day drama and Liv Morgan breaking the internet• Bold WrestleMania predictions, spoilers, and what’s coming next This episode covers Royal Rumble Aftermath, RAW fallout, SmackDown chaos, and the unpredictable road to WrestleMania. 🚗 Sponsor: TrueNorth Private TransportFlat-rate • Scheduled • No surge pricing👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZK5NQn8q/ 🛒 Merch👕 Ringside Renaissance Shop👉 https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 👑 Ringside RenaissanceAs seen on Netflix🎧 Busted Open approved 🔗 All links: https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepod📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance❌ X / Twitter: https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod Follow, subscribe, and ride with us — because WrestleMania season just got dangerous 👊🔥 ⏱️ Episode Chapters 00:00 The Chaos of Saudi Arabia: Lights, Seats & Royal Rumble Controversy05:03 Women’s Royal Rumble: Surprise Appearances, No-Shows & Performances08:57 Liv Morgan: Best Royal Rumble Winner of All Time?10:41 Gunther vs AJ Styles: Career Crossroads or Farewell Tease?16:51 Drew McIntyre vs Sami Zayn: Universal Championship19:01 Men’s Royal Rumble19:24 Oba Femi’s Monster Presence: Future Main Eventer or Hype Train?21:04 The Masked Man Mystery: Who’s Really Behind the Mask?23:59 Favorite Royal Rumble Moments26:33 Elimination Spots & Botches31:05 Final Five Showdown: Roman Reigns, Gunther, Randy Orton, Logan Paul & Jacob Fatu32:26 Roman Reigns Wins the Royal Rumble33:46 WrestleMania Main Event?: Seth Rollins vs Roman Reigns36:40 Monday Night RAW Fallout37:31 Bron Breakker & The Vision Speculation39:15 Gunther: The Career Killer41:49 Oba Femi, Je’Von Evans & New Talent45:34 Liv Morgan Breaks the Internet & Judgment Day49:10 Dominik Mysterio50:45 CM Punk vs Roman Reigns: Epic Promo Battle56:37 Spoilers & Bold Predictions: Who’s Winning at WrestleMania?01:04:20 RAW & Royal Rumble Aftermath: The Chaos Continues on SmackDown #WWE #RoyalRumble #WrestleMania #RomanReigns #CMPunk #LivMorgan #WrestlingPodcast #Gunther

    1h 7m
  3. WWE ROYAL RUMBLE 2026 PREDICTIONS | Road to WrestleMania Begins!

    JAN 30

    WWE ROYAL RUMBLE 2026 PREDICTIONS | Road to WrestleMania Begins!

    WWE Royal Rumble 2026 Predictions | Road to WrestleMania Begins Royal Rumble season is officially here, and the Road to WrestleMania has begun. 🛣️🔥In this episode of Ringside Renaissance, Kombat Jones & Very Deadly Jesse break down WWE Royal Rumble 2026 predictions, expectations, surprises, and WrestleMania paths with no filters and no safe takes. Fresh off Saturday Night’s Main Event in Montréal, the guys connect the dots from Montréal to Raw in Toronto to the Royal Rumble in Riyadh. From Sami Zayn’s hometown moment to AJ Styles vs Gunther with a career on the line, CM Punk’s looming presence, Jade Cargill’s rise, NXT & TNA surprises, and bold Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble predictions — this episode covers it all. One night. Thirty competitors. Everything on the line.This is Ringside Renaissance — Rated RR. 00:00 Royal Rumble Expectations & the Road to WrestleMania03:24 WWE 2K26 Cover Controversy04:31 Attending Saturday Night’s Main Event in Montréal10:22 Sami Zayn’s Big Hometown Win12:55 Finn Bálor’s Emotional Journey on Raw16:19 AJ Styles vs Gunther: Career Implications20:39 AJ Styles vs CM Punk & His Championship Run23:13 Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar & Seth Rollins Declaring for the Rumble?26:23 Royal Rumble in Riyadh28:25 Jade Cargill’s Title Run29:32 Royal Rumble Surprises Featuring NXT & TNA30:38 CM Punk vs Finn Bálor at the Royal Rumble?35:06 AJ Styles vs Gunther: Career on the Line40:08 Gunther — The Career Killer?41:57 Cody Rhodes vs Jacob Fatu Feud43:50 Drew McIntyre vs Sami Zayn: Undisputed Championship45:50 Sami Zayn’s Underdog Legacy50:43 Women’s Royal Rumble Predictions56:05 Men’s Royal Rumble Surprises & Predictions01:00:25 Kit Wilson Is a Star01:01:49 Royal Rumble & Road to WrestleMania Final Predictions 🚗 Sponsor: TrueNorth Private TransportFlat-rate. Scheduled. No surge pricing.If timing matters, your ride is already locked in.👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZK5NQn8q/ 👕 Ringside Renaissance Merch👉 https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🔗 Linktree (All Links)👉 https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepod 📸 Instagram👉 https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance 🎥 TikTok👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance ❌ X / Twitter👉 https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod 🎙️ Discord👉 https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4 👊 Kombat Jones on Instagram👉 https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones ⏱️ EPISODE CHAPTERS🔗 LINKS & SUPPORT #wwe #royalrumble #royalrumble2026 #wrestlemania #wwepodcast #wrestlingpodcast #prowrestling #samizayn #cmpunk

    1h 9m
  4. WWE Weekly Recap: Ringside Renaissance Invades SNME in Montreal

    JAN 23

    WWE Weekly Recap: Ringside Renaissance Invades SNME in Montreal

    WWE went to Europe… and Netflix said “LET’S EXPOSE EVERYBODY.” 😳 From the Triple H & R-Truth contract drama to the chaos of Unreal Season 2, the curtain is getting pulled back — and now it’s all leading to Saturday Night’s Main Event in Montreal, where Sami Zayn could make history in his hometown 🔥 Because Sami Zayn in Montreal hits different…and if WWE doesn’t pull the trigger, it might be another cold night in hell 🥶😈 On this episode of Ringside Renaissance (Rated RR), Kombat Jones & Very Deadly Jesse break down:• Sami Zayn’s hometown momentum and SNME predictions• Drew McIntyre’s reign after dragging Cody through 3 Stages of Hell• Cody Rhodes’ evolution and what’s coming next• Jacob Fatu’s role in the title picture• CM Punk vs Finn Bálor in Ireland — absolute banger• Gunther vs AJ Styles with careers and legacies on the line• Unreal Season 2 backstage fallout• Women’s division chaos, Royal Rumble speculation, and more 🎙️ As seen on Netflix. Busted Open approved.🔥 Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast. 🎧 Listen now and stay Rated RR. 🚗 Sponsor: TrueNorth Private Transport Flat-rate. Scheduled. No surge pricing.If timing matters, your ride is already locked in.👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZK5N… 👕 Ringside Renaissance Shop👉 https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 👑 As seen on Netflix🎙️ Busted Open approved🔥 Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast 📺 Available on Spotify, YouTube & all major platforms👍 Follow | 💬 Rate | 🔔 Subscribe to stay Rated RR 🙏 Big thanks to Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, and the entire Busted Open Nation🎯 THANK YOU for helping us reach 20K Ringside Riders 🔗 Linktree (All Links):https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepod 📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance 🎥 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance ❌ X / Twitter:https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod 🎙️ Discord (Join the Community):https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4 👊 Kombat Jones (IG):https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones 🛒 Merch📱 Follow Ringside Renaissance Chapters: 00:00 — WWE’s European Tour & SNME in Montreal 🇨🇦03:07 — Drew McIntyre wins the title vs Cody Rhodes (3 Stages of Hell)05:36 — Jacob Fatu’s future & Cody Rhodes’ evolution09:50 — SmackDown sets up the Fatal Four Way contender match11:28 — Netflix’s WWE Unreal Season 2 breakdown15:52 — The rise of Kit Wilson 🚀18:19 — MFTs vs Wyatt Sicks (the never-ending story…)20:12 — Kevin Owens watch 👀21:51 — CM Punk vs Finn Bálor in Ireland23:34 — CM Punk’s championship run hitting different24:58 — Gunther vs AJ Styles: career on the line26:10 — Royal Rumble speculation & future feuds28:44 — AJ Styles and the future of TNA Impact33:16 — Maxxine Dupri vs Natalya (Nattie) feud35:42 — Becky Lynch in Ireland 🇮🇪36:22 — The Vision’s direction heading toward the Rumble38:18 — Finn Bálor spotlight39:32 — Judgment Day dynamics41:06 — Liv Morgan focus42:32 — Raquel Rodriguez: Big Mami Cool44:31 — Saturday Night’s Main Event predictions45:36 — Women’s Tag Team Championship discussion48:20 — Cody Rhodes vs Jacob Fatu preview51:07 — Fatal Four Way #1 Contender Match breakdown52:25 — Sami Zayn in Montreal 🔥53:28 — Wildcard match prediction54:54 — AEW check-in: MJF & Mercedes Moné55:50 — Closing thoughts & what’s next #WWE #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling #WWENews #SaturdayNightsMainEvent #SamiZayn #Montreal #RoyalRumble #CMPunk #CodyRhodes #DrewMcIntyre #WrestlingTalk #WrestlingFans #RingsideRenaissance

    1 hr
  5. WWE Raw’s Stranger Things Crossover, CM Punk Retains, & What’s Next

    JAN 7

    WWE Raw’s Stranger Things Crossover, CM Punk Retains, & What’s Next

    The Ringside Renaissance Wrestling Podcast is back with a loaded episode breaking down WWE Raw’s 1-Year Netflix Anniversary and the highly anticipated Stranger Things crossover from Brooklyn, NY — plus a wild week across SmackDown in Buffalo. We give our honest, no-BS thoughts on the crossover presentation, separate real hype from fake rumors, and talk whether WWE actually capitalized on the moment. From title changes and roster movement to early Road to WrestleMania predictions, this episode covers everything shaping WWE’s next chapter. We dive into: CM Punk vs. Bron Breakker for the World Heavyweight Championship — and Punk retaining Drew McIntyre vs. Cody Rhodes heating up Randy Orton’s return and Matt Cardona rumors Jade Cargill & Giulia dominating as U.S. Champions WWE’s stacked women’s division, including Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky as Tag Champs Becky Lynch capturing the Intercontinental Championship NXT call-ups like Oba Femi and Trick Williams Royal Rumble and Elimination Chamber predictions SNME Montreal, pop-culture crossovers, and when real life is stranger than kayfabe We also talk why Steve Harrington’s aura with the full cast — and Djo’s “End of Beginning” — could've been the best part of the entire Stranger Things crossover. 🚗 Sponsored by TrueNorth Private TransportFlat-rate. Scheduled. No surge pricing. If timing matters, your ride is already locked in. https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZK5NQn8q/ 🎙️ Ringside Renaissance — Rated RRAs seen on Netflix. Busted Open approved.Unfiltered takes, real discussion, and wrestling without the corporate filter. 🛒 Grab Our New Merch:👉 Ringside Renaissance Shop https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.four...👑 As seen on Netflix 🎙️ Busted Open approved 🔥 Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast📺 Watch on YouTube & all major streaming platforms 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe to stay Rated RR🙏 Big thanks to Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, and the whole Busted Open Nation!🎯 Thank YOU for helping us reach 20K Ringside Riders!Join The Renaissance — Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!📱 FOLLOW RINGSIDE RENAISSANCE EVERYWHERE🔗 Linktree (All Links):https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissance...📸 Instagram (Ringside Renaissance):https://www.instagram.com/ringside_re...🎙️ Discord (Join the Community):https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4❌ X / Twitter:https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod🎥 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenai...👊 Kombat Jones (Personal IG):https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones⏱️ Episode Chapters 00:00 — WWE Raw x Stranger Things Crossover02:22 — So… That Stranger Things Episode05:21 — SmackDown Fallout (Buffalo, NY)06:34 — Drew McIntyre vs Cody Rhodes10:38 — Randy Orton Returns & Surprise Rumble Talk15:17 — Jade Cargill & Giulia Dominate17:11 — Chris Jericho Rumors18:27 — AEW & MJF Discussion19:44 — WWE Raw: Stranger Things Breakdown23:13 — WWE’s Women’s Division24:28 — Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky Win Tag Titles26:30 — Je’Von Evans Signs with Raw26:53 — NXT Call-Ups: Oba Femi & Trick Williams27:40 — Becky Lynch Wins IC Title29:56 — Stranger Things Theme Disappointment31:51 — CM Punk vs Bron Breakker39:24 — World Heavyweight Championship Talk40:36 — Royal Rumble & Elimination Chamber41:28 — Steve Harrington & Djo42:17 — Sponsor: TrueNorth Private Transport42:47 — Early Road to WrestleMania Predictions50:43 — SNME Montreal Preview52:09 — When Real Life Is Stranger Than Kayfabe #WWE #WWERaw #StrangerThings #CMPunk #WrestleMania #RoyalRumble #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling #RingsideRenaissance #RatedRR

    56 min
  6. WWE 2025 Year in Review 🔥 Big Moments, Shocking Turns & 2026 Predictions

    2025-12-29

    WWE 2025 Year in Review 🔥 Big Moments, Shocking Turns & 2026 Predictions

    WWE 2025 was one of the most emotional, controversial, and unpredictable years in modern wrestling — and it all led to a moment fans are still debating. In this end-of-year episode of Ringside Renaissance, Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse break down John Cena’s final match and heel turn, why it divided the fanbase, and how it reshaped WWE heading into 2026. We reflect on the biggest moments of the year, including Jey Uso’s shocking Royal Rumble win, the chaos of WrestleMania season featuring CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Roman Reigns, and the rise of dominant forces like Gunther and Dominik Mysterio, who quietly had one of the strongest years on the roster. The conversation also dives into WWE’s evolving creative direction — including Seth Rollins, The Vision, and long-term storytelling decisions — plus what it was like attending SummerSlam live and experiencing WWE’s biggest event up close. We also discuss the rise of the “We Want Karrion Kross” movement, WWE’s changing fan culture, and how 2025 proved the audience’s voice matters more than ever. Plus, we talk about appearing live on WWE Raw during the Netflix era, being invited on Busted Open Live with Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray, and what those moments meant for Ringside Renaissance as a growing voice in the wrestling world. Topics include: John Cena’s final match and controversial heel turn Jey Uso winning the Royal Rumble CM Punk, Seth Rollins & Roman Reigns shaping WrestleMania Gunther’s rise and Dominik Mysterio’s breakout year The Vision and WWE’s creative direction Attending SummerSlam and the live WWE experience The “We Want Karrion Kross” movement Appearing live on WWE Raw on Netflix Guest appearance on Busted Open with Dave LaGreca & Bully Ray What WWE 2025 means for 2026 If you’re still debating whether Cena really turned — and where WWE goes next — this episode is for you. 🌐 All Links (Linktree):https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepod 🛒 Ringside Renaissance Merch:https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance 🎥 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance ❌ X / Twitter:https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod 🎙️ Discord (Join the Community):https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4 👊 Kombat Jones (Personal IG):https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones 🎙️ Ringside RenaissanceAs seen on Netflix • Busted Open approved🔥 Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast 🔗 Follow Ringside Renaissance Everywhere00:00 – WWE 2025 Year in Review03:40 – Austin Theory, Seth Rollins & The Vision06:16 – WWE’s “Stranger Things” Universe07:42 – Early Royal Rumble & WrestleMania Predictions12:21 – 2025 Royal Rumble, Elimination Chamber & WrestleMania Reflections14:45 – John Cena Turns Heel19:00 – Dominik Mysterio’s Breakout 202520:32 – CM Punk vs Seth Rollins vs Roman Reigns: WrestleMania Build23:35 – Naomi, Bianca Belair & Jade Cargill: Proceed With Caution27:17 – AEW & Tony Khan: Promotion and Booker of the Year27:44 – Seth Rollins MITB Cash-In at SummerSlam28:59 – Attending SummerSlam: Cena, Punk, Cody Rhodes & Brock Lesnar32:23 – Live on WWE Raw (Netflix Era) & Busted Open: Karrion Kross Movement36:28 – AJ Lee’s Return and Why It Matters38:20 – John Cena’s Farewell Tour & Final Match with Gunther42:07 – Bold Predictions for WWE in 2026#WWE #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling #WWEPodcast #JohnCena #RoyalRumble #WrestleMania #RingsideRenaissance

    54 min
  7. SNME Went Off the Rails — WWE Fans Melt Down

    2025-12-19

    SNME Went Off the Rails — WWE Fans Melt Down

    Saturday Night’s Main Event delivered one of the most emotional and controversial nights in WWE history — and the fallout shook the entire company. In this episode, Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse break down John Cena’s final match, his shocking loss to Gunther, and the poetic, divisive farewell that left fans stunned. We dive into why Cena tapping out mattered, how the crowd reacted in real time, and why the IWC turned its anger toward Triple H. The chaos continued on WWE Raw as Gunther’s nuclear heat reached new levels, CM Punk returned with purpose, and the long-teased Masked Man was revealed to be Austin Theory — sparking backlash, debate, and speculation about WWE’s creative direction. We also spotlight WWE’s future, from Cody Rhodes vs. Oba Femi, to the evolving women’s division, rising stars, legends, celebrities in attendance, and what all of this means for the road ahead. Wrestling isn’t stuck in the past — it’s changing fast, and this episode breaks down why that matters. ⏱️ Chapters00:00 WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event Highlights – John Cena’s Last Match 05:37 Cody Rhodes vs. Oba Femi 09:21 WWE Superstars & Celebrities in Attendance 11:17 Sol Ruca vs. Bayley 12:36 Would You Rather? 14:45 Je’Von Evans & Leon Slater vs. AJ Styles & Dragon Lee 16:28 The Miz, R-Truth & Joe Hendry 18:35 John Cena vs. Gunther 23:22 John Cena’s Final Emotional Farewell: A Poetic Ending 35:43 WWE Raw: The Impact of Gunther’s Heat 44:30 Women’s Division Breakdown 47:43 CM Punk Promo & Return 50:03 Nikki Bella 51:33 Liv Morgan 52:20 Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker & Logan Paul (The Vision) 54:21 The Masked Man Reveal: Austin Theory 59:24 IWC Reaction & Crowd Booing Triple H 01:00:55 Other Wrestling Topics & Final Thoughts on John Cena 🔗 Follow Ringside Renaissance Everywhere 🎧 All Links / One Hub: https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissance 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringside_re... 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RingsideRenaissance 🐦 X (Twitter): https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenai... 💬 Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4 👤 Kombat Jones on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones #WWE #JohnCena #WWESNME #SaturdayNightsMainEvent #WWERaw #CMPunk #Gunther #CenaLastMatch #WrestlingPodcast #WrestlingNews #IWC #RingsideRenaissance

    1h 4m
  8. John Cena: The Last Time Is Now?! – WWE Saturday Night Main Event Predictions

    2025-12-12

    John Cena: The Last Time Is Now?! – WWE Saturday Night Main Event Predictions

    In this episode of the Ringside Renaissance Podcast, Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse dive into the emotional buildup surrounding John Cena’s final WWE match at Saturday Night Main Event. Is this truly The Last Time Is Now — and if so, how does one of the greatest superstars in WWE history close out his legendary career against Gunther? The conversation explores Cena’s lasting impact on professional wrestling, from his historic championship reigns to his unmatched legacy outside the ring, including his record-setting Make-A-Wish contributions. We also break down the growing mystery of the masked man in WWE, sparking speculation about who it could be and how it might affect the landscape heading into the new year. Beyond Cena’s farewell, the episode covers major WWE storylines shaping the road to Royal Rumble and WrestleMania. Topics include the rise of LA Knight, the continued evolution of the women’s tag team division, and the massive champion vs. champion clash between Cody Rhodes and Oba Femi, where interference seems almost inevitable. We also discuss Bron Breakker’s explosive promo on Raw and his upcoming collision with CM Punk, the role of Logan Paul in WWE’s current direction, and why mid-card stars are becoming just as important as the main event scene. From future prospects like Je’Von Evans and Leon Slater to final predictions for John Cena vs. Gunther, this episode captures everything fans are buzzing about heading into Saturday Night Main Event. Whether you’ve followed John Cena since the beginning or you’re locked in for WWE’s next era, this is a must-listen episode as we reflect on Cena’s final year and what The Last Time Is Now truly means. 👑 As seen on Netflix🎙️ Busted Open approved🔥 Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast📺 Watch on YouTube & all major streaming platforms👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe to stay Rated RR🙏 Big thanks to Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, and the whole Busted Open Nation!🎯 Thank YOU for helping us reach 20K Ringside Riders!Join The Renaissance — Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!📱 FOLLOW RINGSIDE RENAISSANCE EVERYWHERE 🔗 Linktree (All Links):https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissance 📸 Instagram (Ringside Renaissance):https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance 🎙️ Discord (Join the Community):https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4 ❌ X / Twitter:https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod 🎥 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance 👊 Kombat Jones (Personal IG):https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones 00:00 – WWE The Last Time Is Now Special Intro 01:51 – John Cena’s Impact and Legacy 04:22 – The Masked Man Mystery 13:58 – WWE Women’s Division 16:40 – Logan Paul & LA Knight 20:42 – Royal Rumble & WrestleMania Expectations 27:17 – Bron Breakker WWE Raw Promo & CM Punk Match 33:21 – LA Knight’s Future & Our Favorite Mid-Card Superstars 36:57 – Gunther’s WWE Raw Promo & John Cena 38:52 – Saturday Night Main Event: The Last Time Is Now 42:27 – Je’Von Evans & Leon Slater vs. AJ Styles & Dragon Lee 46:17 – Bayley vs. Sol Ruca 48:45 – Cody Rhodes vs. Oba Femi & Ricky Saints? 53:21 – John Cena’s Last Match vs. Gunther: The Last Time Is Now! 56:46 – Final Thoughts on John Cena’s Last Year #JohnCena #WWE #WWESaturdayNightMainEvent #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling #Gunther #CodyRhodes #LANight #RoyalRumble #WrestleMania

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Ringside Renaissance is a no-BS WWE wrestling podcast hosted by Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse. From Royal Rumble to WrestleMania, we break down the moments fans argue about, the stories that matter, and the direction of WWE heading forward. As seen on Netflix and featured on Busted Open, Ringside Renaissance delivers bold takes, real discussion, and unapologetic wrestling talk. No scripts. No safe opinions. Welcome to the Renaissance. Built for fans who value passion, honesty, and long-term storytelling, every episode cuts through hype to debate what truly shapes modern wrestling. Period.

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  • Creator
    Ringside Renaissance
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    136
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ringside Renaissance
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    Ringside Renaissance