The new era of WCW Monday Nitro begins in our WWE 2K26 Universe Mode! BDC joins me on commentary as Nitro makes its debut with a stacked card, shocking upsets, new champions, and championship implications from top to bottom.The biggest story of the night? Takeshita shocks Shawn Michaels, pinning the WCW World Heavyweight Champion in an instant classic to earn a future title opportunity! Plus, Goldberg survives Sting and Texas Tornado to move into the World Title picture, while Sol Ruca captures the AAA Reina Championship and the Wild Samoans become the inaugural WCW Tag Team Champions.Match Card* Charlotte Flair vs. Zelina Vega* Rey Mysterio vs. JD McDonagh* WCW Tag Team Championship Triple Threat* AAA Reina Championship: Lady Flammer (c) vs. Sol Ruca* Will Ospreay vs. Dominik Mysterio* Shawn Michaels vs. Takeshita* Goldberg vs. Sting vs. Texas TornadoWho stole the show on the first episode of Nitro? Was it Takeshita, Goldberg, Sol Ruca, or someone else? Let us know in the comments!👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe for more WWE 2K26 Universe Mode, live streams, wrestling debates, and exclusive content from The It Doesn’t Matter Podcast.

Who is the greatest wrestling family of all time? 🤼🔥In this episode of The It Doesn't Matter Podcast, Dom is joined by BDC, Platano, and Strap for one of our biggest debates yet!Is it the Anoa'i family? The Harts? Von Erichs? Guerreros? Rhodes? McMahons? Or another legendary wrestling dynasty?We break down each family's legacy using four key criteria:🏆 Influence🏆 Longevity🏆 Multiple Generations🏆 ChampionshipsPlus, we read YOUR comments from Facebook and social media and react to your picks for the greatest wrestling family in professional wrestling history.Do you agree with our choices?💬 Let us know in the comments: Who is the greatest wrestling family of all time?👍 If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of The It Doesn't Matter Podcast.🎧 Follow us on Spotify for the full audio podcast and more wrestling discussions every week!#WWE #Wrestling #TheBloodline #HartFamily #RhodesFamily #Guerreros #VonErichs #ProfessionalWrestling #WrestlingPodcast #TheItDoesntMatterPodcast #Debate #RomanReigns #BretHart #TheRock #CodyRhodes #WWEPodcast

A new era begins! 🔥 The first episode of our WWE 2K26 Universe Mode is here as Monday Night RAW kicks off with a stacked card featuring Kane ’98 vs. Mankind, Logan Paul, Bianca Belair, the Dudley Boyz, and a Fatal 4-Way to determine the next challenger. Strap Facts and BDC join me live as we react to every match, every surprise, and every storyline as this brand-new Universe officially gets underway.Match Card:* Natalya vs. Jaida Parker* Matt Cardona vs. Penta vs. Ethan Page vs. Chad Gable* Dudley Boyz vs. Demolition* Bianca Belair (c) vs. Izzi Dame – Women’s Intercontinental Championship* Trish Stratus & Lita vs. Nia Jax & Lash Legend* Logan Paul vs. Mr. Perfect* Kane ’98 vs. MankindWho impressed you the most on the Season Premiere? Let us know in the comments!👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe for more WWE 2K26 Universe Mode, wrestling debates, and weekly content from The It Doesn’t Matter Podcast.

SummerSlam is almost here, and there’s no better time to talk about The Beast Incarnate.On this episode of The It Doesn’t Matter Podcast, we break down the legendary career of Brock Lesnar and debate whether he truly deserves the title of Mr. SummerSlam. From unforgettable battles with The Rock, Kurt Angle, The Undertaker, Triple H, John Cena, CM Punk, Randy Orton, Seth Rollins, Braun Strowman, and more, Brock has built one of the greatest SummerSlam resumes in WWE history.We also react to your fan comments, discuss Brock’s greatest matches and rivalries, the impact of Paul Heyman, and whether he’s the last true attraction in professional wrestling.Is Brock Lesnar really Mr. SummerSlam?Let us know your thoughts in the comments!👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔔 Subscribe for more weekly wrestling discussions, debates, and nostalgia from The It Doesn’t Matter Podcast.#BrockLesnar #SummerSlam #WWE #WrestlingPodcast #SuplexCity #TheItDoesntMatterPodcast #IDMPodcastChapters00:00 Introduction to Brock Lesnar and SummerSlam01:45 Brock Lesnar's Early Career and Impact06:55 Memorable Matches and Moments12:39 Brock Lesnar's GOAT Status and Legacy16:23 Brock Lesnar's Role in Modern Wrestling19:22 Fan Perspectives on Brock Lesnar26:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts26:27 The Marketability of Brock Lesnar27:13 The Unique Appeal of Brock Lesnar28:22 Brock's Absence and Its Impact29:07 Brock Lesnar's Presence in Wrestling30:03 Brock's Unconventional Marketing Strategies30:50 Brock Lesnar: The Last True Superstar?32:12 Brock's Absentee Father Role35:13 Modern Day Brock Lesnar36:10 Brock's Fun Persona37:37 Brock's Legacy and Future39:22 Brock's Best Matches and Rivalries41:35 The Evolution of Brock Lesnar42:26 Conclusion and Future Debates

The final chapter of the first era of the IDM Universe is here!Bash at the Beach closes out the RAW and SmackDown era before the Universe officially expands into WWE, WCW Nitro, and TNA. Championships are on the line, rivalries reach their breaking point, and one legendary Iron Man Match headlines the night.🌴 Match Card⭐ Iyo Sky vs Liv Morgan🏆 AAA Championship – Dominik Mysterio (c) vs Dragon Lee🔒 Steel Cage Match – Bron Breakker vs Seth Rollins🩸 Extreme Rules Tag Team Match – Edge & Cactus Jack vs Tommy Dreamer & Terry Funk🔥 Triple Threat Match – Cody Rhodes vs Sami Zayn vs Gunther🏆 Women’s Intercontinental Championship – Lita (c) vs Bianca Belair👑 World Heavyweight Championship – Iron Man MatchRic Flair (c) vs Shawn MichaelsWill Shawn Michaels finally reclaim the World Heavyweight Championship? Can Bianca Belair become a double champion? And who will close the book on the original IDM Universe with their hand raised?🔥 Welcome to the next evolution of Universe Mode.👍 If you enjoyed the show, don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, Comment, and Share!🎮 Catch us LIVE on Twitch: @IDM_Podcast#WWE2K26 #UniverseMode #IDMUniverse #BashAtTheBeach #HBK #RicFlair #IronManMatch #TheItDoesntMatterPodcast #WrestlingGaming

Adam Cole... BAY BAY!This week on The It Doesn't Matter Podcast, we're breaking down the career of one of the most talked-about wrestlers of the modern era. From Ring of Honor to leading The Undisputed Era in NXT and making a huge splash in AEW, Adam Cole has built an impressive résumé.But have injuries kept him from reaching his full potential? Did AEW drop the ball? Could Adam Cole still become a world champion?We also read fan comments from the wrestling community and debate Adam Cole's legacy, best matches, greatest moments, and what the future holds.Topics include:Why Platano picked Adam ColeROH, NXT & AEW runsThe impact of injuriesDid AEW capitalize on Adam Cole?Fan comments and reactionsAdam Cole's wrestling legacy💬 What are your thoughts on Adam Cole? Let us know in the comments!👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔔 Subscribe#AdamCole #AEW #WWE #NXT #UndisputedEra #RingOfHonor #WrestlingPodcast #TheItDoesntMatterPodcast #baybaycity Chapters00:00 The Rise of Adam Cole04:02 Adam Cole's Best Runs07:24 Injuries and Their Impact10:40 Fan Perspectives on Adam Cole15:47 The Future of Adam Cole19:24 The Impact of Debuts in Wrestling22:52 The Evolution of NXT and Its Stars25:40 Adam Cole's Future and Hall of Fame Potential28:11 Memorable Matches and Rivalries30:05 Ranking Adam Cole in Modern Wrestling

Some wrestlers become legends because they reinvent themselves.This week on The It Doesn’t Matter Podcast, the panel debates the greatest character transformations in wrestling history.Deadman or American Badass?Surfer Sting or Crow Sting?Mankind, Cactus Jack, or Dude Love?Booker T or King Booker?Plus discussions on Scott Hall, Kevin Nash, JBL, Chris Jericho, Bubba Ray Dudley, Hulk Hogan, Shawn Michaels, Jeff Jarrett, Jon Moxley, and more.Which version was better? We make our picks and defend them.Drop your choices in the comments and let us know where we got it right—and where we got it completely wrong.#Wrestling #WWE #WCW #ECW #TNA #AEW

The ECW faithful were ready for war!On this episode of The It Doesn’t Matter Podcast, Notorious Dom, Platano, BDC, Ringside, and Dante review ECW One Night Stand 2006, one of the most memorable and controversial wrestling events of the Ruthless Aggression Era.We discuss:🔥 Tazz vs Jerry “The King” Lawler🔥 Kurt Angle vs Randy Orton🔥 Rey Mysterio vs Sabu🔥 Edge, Mick Foley & Lita vs Tommy Dreamer, Terry Funk & Beulah🔥 Balls Mahoney vs Masato Tanaka🔥 Rob Van Dam vs John Cena for the WWE ChampionshipWas RVD vs Cena the greatest crowd atmosphere in WWE history? Did Kurt Angle and Randy Orton steal the show? And after every match, we answer the question…DOES IT MATTER?Leave your thoughts in the comments and let us know your favorite match from ECW One Night Stand 2006.👍 Like🔔 Subscribe🎙️ Follow The It Doesn’t Matter Podcast#ECW #OneNightStand2006 #RobVanDam #JohnCena #WWEPodcast

The journey ends here.64 legendary tag teams entered Tag Team Madness, but only two remain.🔥 Dudley Boyz vs The Briscoes 🔥3D vs Dem Boys.From ECW, WWE, TNA, and beyond, the Dudley Boyz built a legacy as one of the most decorated tag teams in wrestling history. Standing across from them are ROH legends The Briscoes, a team whose toughness, chemistry, and unforgettable battles earned them a place among the all-time greats.Who deserves to be crowned the greatest tag team of all time?Join Notorious Dom and the crew as we debate the finals, break down both teams’ legacies, and crown the winner of Tag Team Madness.Who do you got?#TagTeamMadness #DudleyBoyz #BriscoesChapters00:00 Tag Team Madness Finals Overview01:05 The Dudley Boys vs. The Briscoes: A Clash of Titans03:39 Diverse Opinions on Tag Team Greatness04:43 The Anticipation of the Match06:54 In-Depth Match Commentary Begins08:57 The Match Dynamics and Highlights11:03 Fan Reactions and Commentary Insights12:44 The Climactic Moments of the Match14:27 Wrestling Banter and Humor16:43 Match Highlights and Commentary18:59 Discussion on Tag Team Dynamics21:10 Simulating Matches and Predictions25:11 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

Mark Henry's WWE journey is unlike any other. From the unforgettable Sexual Chocolate era to the dominant Hall of Pain run, we're breaking down the career, legacy, and moments that made The World's Strongest Man a wrestling legend.Join Notorious Dom, Strap Facts, and BDC as they discuss fan reactions, the famous retirement swerve, Hall of Pain, and whether Mark Henry was underrated, overrated, or properly rated.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Mark Henry01:44 Mark Henry's Early Career and Challenges05:19 Mark Henry's Matches and Memorable Moments09:43 Discussion on Mark Henry's Impact and Legacy13:50 Mark Henry's Evolution and Personal Insights14:50 Mark Henry's Absence in the Invasion Angle21:02 Fan Reactions and Retirement Angle26:42 Mark Henry's Booking and Legacy30:15 The Evolution of Mark Henry's Character32:35 Mark Henry's Hall of Pain Era35:17 The Legacy of Mark Henry37:48 Mark Henry's Impact on WWE40:15 Final Thoughts on Mark Henry43:00 Mark Henry: Overrated or Not?