Ben Bishop calls for changes on independent wrestling scene
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Updated · Fox News · May 8
Ben Bishop calls for changes on independent wrestling scene
3 articles · Updated · Fox News · May 8
The 7-foot wrestler told Fox News Digital promoters should provide water and basic locker-room necessities, ahead of his May 16 ACW Reckoning match in Poughkeepsie, New York.
Bishop also said shows should usually last no more than 2 1/2 hours, arguing better conditions and timing would improve wrestlers' morale and the quality of the product.
He praised Awesome Championship Wrestling's setup at the MJN Center, while ACW Reckoning will also feature Richard Holliday facing IWGP global heavyweight champion Andrade.
With a world champion on the card, is the line between indie and mainstream wrestling disappearing?
Can Richard Holliday defeat a world champion just weeks after losing his own ACW title?
How can a new indie promotion fund TV-quality production when others can’t provide water?