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Skylar Russell Feb 20, 2023 6:05PM

Here is your fight size update for Monday, February 20, 2023.

- 'Speedball' Mike Bailey and KENTA are set to clash in a singles match at the upcoming IMPACT Wrestling television tapings on Saturday, February 25. The tapings will follow the No Surrender event, which is on February 24:

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- Check out WWE preview of Monday's episode of WWE Raw linked below. The preview discusses Edge, Austin Theory, and Asuka:

- Tony Khan recently appeared on Trust Me I Know What I’m Doing to discuss his roles with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Fulham FC, and AEW.

- Main Event Wrestling has released a Owen Knight promo video ahead of his upcoming match with Zachary Wentz, which will take place this Friday, February 24.

- The latest episode of Being The Elite features a music video that was directed by Brandon Cutler:

- A biography about Adrian Adonis is set to go sale on March 2023:

First-ever book about “Adorable” Adrian Adonis on sale next month

Definitive look at the life and tragic death of one of wrestling’s most colourful characters[LONDON, 20 February 2023] The first-ever biography of former WWF and AWA tag champion “Adorable” Adrian Adonis will be published next month. Flowers for Adrian: The Life and Death of Adrian Adonis, will be available on Amazon in ebook and paperback format from Thursday, 23 March.Flowers for Adrian: The Life and Death of Adrian Adonis is a detailed and engaging look at the life, death, and legacy of professional wrestler Keith Franke, who competed as “Gorgeous” Keith Franks and “Adorable” Adrian Adonis during the 1970s and 1980s before his untimely death in 1988.This biography, the first of its kind, takes readers from Franke’s start in life as an orphan, to achieving his childhood dream of becoming a pro wrestler. The tale plays out across the vibrant background of wrestling’s territories, where Franke learned his trade the 'old-fashioned' way in California, Amarillo, Portland, and elsewhere.One-half of the pioneering East West Connection with future Governor of Minnesota Jesse Ventura, Adonis headlined Madison Square Garden before being front and centre during the WWF’s international expansion. What could possibly go wrong? Through meticulous research and interviews with a range of sources, readers will learn the story of Adonis’ life and career, and much more, including:

The tale of the original Adrian Adonis, dating back over 100 years.

The true story of his infamous Amarillo shoot-fight, recounted for the first time by Terry Daniels.

The intriguing plans Adonis had for a career away from the ring.

With contributions from Franke's friends, family, and former colleagues, such as "Magnificent" Don Muraco, Tully Blanchard, Jerry Brisco, and more, Flowers for Adrian: The Life and Death of Adrian Adonis is the definitive story of the man behind the make-up.ABOUT THE AUTHOR
John Ellul is a freelance journalist, media and communications professional, and former newspaper reporter. In addition to being a lifelong wrestling fan, he has been a regular contributor to Wrestletalk Magazine and website since 2020 and has also written for Voices of Wrestling. Flowers for Adrian: The Life and Death of Adrian Adonis is his first book.

For more information, to arrange an interview, or to request a review copy, please email John Ellul via [email protected].

Flowers for Adrian: The Life and Death of Adrian Adonis is on sale via Amazon US or Amazon UK from Thursday, 23 March, and available to pre-order now.

- KUSHIDA & Jet Knight are set to face The Bollywood Boyz at the upcoming DEFY: On Top show.

- Vinny Pacifico is the perfect hype man for any professional wrestler before a big match, although he doesn't do the hyping itself.

- In a recent interview with Wrestling With Honor, Pro Wrestling NOAH commentators Mark Pickering and Stewart Fulton were asked about calling Keiji Muto's final match:

Wrestling with Honor: How does it feel for you to comment on the last match of Keiii Muto's career?

Stewart Fulton : Commentating on Muto's last ever match is a huge honor and a privilege. It's also a lot of pressure, because I take my work very seriously and it's important to me to paint the picture of Muto's career and last match well.

Mark Pickering : It's a huge honor and something I never anticipated until recently.

WWH: What does Keiji Muto mean to you?

SF: To me he is an icon. He was a trailblazer and inspired countless wrestlers and fans around the world. He represents a huge turning point in Japanese pro wrestling.

MP: Keiji Muto is an all-time great who was a trailblazer as he quickly moved up the ladder to win gold at home and abroad in the mid 80s. He represents the best of the best. An artist who we have all cherished for decades and we will sorely miss. I believe he'll be even more appreciated after he's retired and has left a void in the Japanese scene.

- Danhausen has uploaded a new Toy Review to his YouTube channel. Fans can check out the full video by clicking here.

- IMPACT Wrestling has uploaded a full match to their YouTube channel between Chris Sabin, Sonjay Dutt, Michael Shane, and Shocker from the 2005 Lockdown pay-per-view.

- Here's the latest from Fightful Overbooked:

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