GCW Bloodsport
| GCW Bloodsport | |
|---|---|
| Promotions | Game Changer Wrestling |
| First event | Matt Riddle's Bloodsport |
| Signature matches | Ropeless ring mixed martial arts-style matches |
GCW Bloodsport is a professional wrestling event held by the American promotion Game Changer Wrestling (GCW).[1] This event consists of a unique ruleset compared to a traditional pro wrestling event, in that every match must end in either a knockout or submission.[2] The traditional wrestling ring is replaced by a ring canvas with no ropes or turnbuckles.
This event features worked matches presented in a "shoot" mixed martial arts style that mimics the early days of MMA and catch wrestling. It is common for Bloodsport competitors to have some knowledge in other combat sports and/or MMA, as well as professional wrestling, as these one on one matches often appear stiff and have a feel of semi-shoot style fights.[3]
Dates and venues
| Event | Date | Location | Venue | Main event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Riddle's Bloodsport | April 5, 2018 | Kenner, Louisiana | Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center | Minoru Suzuki vs. Matt Riddle |
| Josh Barnett's Bloodsport | April 4, 2019 | Jersey City, New Jersey | White Eagle Hall | Josh Barnett vs. Minoru Suzuki |
| Josh Barnett's Bloodsport 2 | September 14, 2019 | Atlantic City, New Jersey | The Showboat | Josh Barnett vs. Chris Dickinson |
| Josh Barnett's Bloodsport 3 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
Events
Matt Riddle's Bloodsport
Matt Riddle's Bloodsport took place on April 5, 2018 at Pontchartrain Convention & Civic Center in Kenner, Louisiana.[4]
| No. | Results | Stipulations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dominic Garrini defeated KTB by submission | Singles match |
| 2 | Eddie Kingston (with Matt Riddle) defeated Tracy Williams (with Wheeler Yuta) by knockout | Singles match |
| 3 | Masada defeated Martin Stone by technical knockout | Singles match |
| 4 | Walter defeated Tom Lawlor by submission | Singles match |
| 5 | Dan Severn defeated Chris Dickinson by submission | Singles match |
| 6 | Nick Gage defeated Timothy Thatcher by technical knockout | Singles match |
| 7 | Minoru Suzuki defeated Matt Riddle (with Eddie Kingston) by submission | Singles match |
Josh Barnett's Bloodsport
Josh Barnett's Bloodsport took place on April 4, 2019 at White Eagle Hall in Jersey City, New Jersey.[5][6][7][8]
| No. | Matches* | Stipulations | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dominic Garrini defeated Phil Baroni by disqualification | Singles match | ||
| 2 | J.R. Kratos defeated Simon Grimm by knockout | Singles match | ||
| 3 | Davey Boy Smith Jr. defeated Killer Kross by submission | Singles match | ||
| 4 | Masashi Takeda defeated Jonathan Gresham by knockout | Singles match | ||
| 5 | Chris Dickinson defeated Andy Williams (with Pepper Parks) by submission | Singles match | ||
| 6 | Frank Mir defeated Dan Severn by submission | Singles match | ||
| 7 | Hideki Suzuki defeated Timothy Thatcher by knockout | Singles match | ||
| 8 | Josh Barnett and Minoru Suzuki fought to a time limit draw | Singles match | ||
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Josh Barnett's Bloodsport 2
Josh Barnett's Bloodsport 2 took place on September 14, 2019 at The Showboat in Atlantic City, New Jersey.[9][10]
| No. | Results | Stipulations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matt Makowski defeated Rory Gulak by knockout | Singles match |
| 2 | Sumie Sakai defeated Lindsay Snow by submission | Singles match |
| 3 | Anthony Henry defeated Zachary Wentz by submission | Singles match |
| 4 | Erik Hammer defeated J.R. Kratos by submission | Singles match |
| 5 | Allysin Kay defeated Nicole Savoy by knockout | Singles match |
| 6 | Anthony Carelli defeated Simon Grimm by submission | Singles match |
| 7 | Timothy Thatcher defeated Ikukisa Minowa by submission | Singles match |
| 8 | Davey Boy Smith Jr. defeated Tom Lawlor by knockout | Singles match |
| 9 | Killer Kross defeated Nick Gage by submission | Singles match |
| 10 | Josh Barnett defeated Chris Dickinson by knockout | Singles match |
Josh Barnett's Bloodsport 3
Josh Barnett's Bloodsport 3 is set to take place on a date to be determined. It was originally scheduled to be held on April 2, 2020 at The Cuban Club in Tampa, Florida, but it was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Florida.
References
- ^ "GCW Presents Josh Barnett's Bloodsport (4/4): Josh Barnett vs Minoru Suzuki". April 4, 2019.
- ^ "Minoru Suzuki vs. Matt Riddle will now headline GCW's Bloodsport event". www.cagesideseats.com.
- ^ "▷ Josh Barnett's Bloodsport - When MMA and Pro Wrestling Collide". FITE.
- ^ "Matt Riddle's Bloodsport results: Matt Riddle vs. Minoru Suzuki". WON/F4W - WWE news, Pro Wrestling News, WWE Results, UFC News, UFC results. April 5, 2018.
- ^ "Josh Barnett's Bloodsport results: Minoru Suzuki vs. Barnett". WON/F4W - WWE news, Pro Wrestling News, WWE Results, UFC News, UFC results. April 4, 2019.
- ^ Benjamin, Andrew (April 2, 2019). "Josh Barnett's Bloodsport Preview and Predictions".
- ^ "Frank Mir making pro wrestling debut at Josh Barnett's Bloodsport". WON/F4W - WWE news, Pro Wrestling News, WWE Results, UFC News, UFC results. January 11, 2019.
- ^ "Top Ten 2019 WrestleMania Weekend Indie Shows Worth Checking Out". April 1, 2019.
- ^ "GCW Presents Josh Barnetts Bloodsport 2". Eventnrite. August 11, 2019.
- ^ "GCW Josh Barnett's Bloodsport 2". Cagematch.net. September 9, 2019.