Pro Wrestling Highlights: ACW Reckoning and More
The image of independent pro wrestling often includes empty venues and struggling athletes. However, Awesome Championship Wrestling (ACW) shattered these expectations on a Saturday night in Poughkeepsie, New York. The ACW Reckoning event drew a full house at the MJN Center and was broadcast on Triller. The show featured various thrilling matches, including a steel cage showdown.
ACW Tag Team Championship Match
Two ACW stars, Hale Collins and Danny Maff, competed on May 16, 2026. The Now, consisting of Vik Dalishus and Hale Collins, defended their tag team championship against Sent 2 Slaughter, formed by Shawn Donovan and Danny Maff. This contest was meant to conclude a heated rivalry, which had seen personal attacks during significant life events like weddings.
Locked in a steel cage, Collins and Maff raced to escape first for the title. Both competitors touched the floor simultaneously, sparking referee confusion and resulting in a controversial tie. Sent 2 Slaughter’s response was chaotic, targeting referees and officials in frustration. The Righteous duo, Vincent and Dutch, ambushed Collins and stole the championship belts.
Meanwhile, Dalishus was attacked with relentless chair shots and a spike piledriver. Dalishus’ wife intervened to halt further harm as officials worked to open the cage. The disorderly scene led to fans expressing dissatisfaction by throwing items at Sent 2 Slaughter as they exited.
“Last night’s cage match ended with me being taken from the arena on a stretcher after suffering multiple injuries,” Dalishus shared on Instagram, accompanied by injury photos.
Additional ACW Match Highlights
- Leo Sparrow retained the ACW Cruiserweight Championship.
- Vincent and Dutch defeated Wrecking Ball Lagursky and Yoscifer.
- Flip Gordon became the No. 1 contender for the ACW National Championship.
- Zack Clayton successfully defended his ACW National Championship.
- Andrade El Idolo retained the Wrestling Knockout Chile Championship against Richard Holliday.
The event also saw Randy Savage and Mike Bell inducted into the MJN Center Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame and announcements of future appearances at upcoming events like ACW’s Indypendence Day.
WWE and Ring of Honor Developments
Sami Zayn wrestled Trick Williams during WWE Backlash, expressing discontent about current trends in professional wrestling. Despite his accolades, fans have shifted focus to newer talents, leaving veterans like Zayn and Johnny Gargano to adjust to evolving dynamics.
Recently, Ring of Honor’s Supercard of Honor featured Athena’s continued reign as women’s champion. Notable victories included Sammy Guevara, Red Velvet, and Bandido retaining major titles.
Other Wrestling News
- Dominik Mysterio defended the AAA Mega Championship on “Monday Night Raw.”
- Gunther secured a WWE title shot against Cody Rhodes.
- A strategic partnership was announced between Major League Wrestling and Stardom, focusing on talent exchanges.