Venue: Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom, Chicago
Streamed on: HonorClub
Commentary Team: Ian Riccaboni & Caprice Coleman
🔥 Match Highlights & Analysis
The Outrunners vs. The Workhorsemen
Turbo Floyd and Truth Magnum brought their retro flair against JD Drake and Anthony Henry. While the Outrunners had the crowd early with synchronized offense and cheeky antics, the Workhorsemen’s gritty style eventually slowed the pace. Drake’s cardio was a glaring issue, and the match dragged in spots. The Outrunners picked up the win with their signature high-low combo at 9:36.
Verdict: Fun start, but the gimmick wore thin fast. Drake’s performance felt like molasses in motion.
The Beast Mortos vs. Serpentico
A classic David vs. Goliath setup. Serpentico got in some early offense, including a slick head-scissors and a tope suicida, but Mortos dominated with brute strength. The finish came via the Destination Hellhole at 4:46.
Verdict: Short, punchy, and effective. Mortos continues to build momentum as a monster heel.
Lee Johnson & Blake Christian vs. David Ali & Isaiah Moore
Christian and Johnson worked babyface despite being heels — a confusing choice. The match was fast-paced with flashy spots, including a tope con hilo and a snap dragon suplex. They won with a combo double stomp and fireman’s carry slam at 3:09.
Verdict: Entertaining but directionless. Johnson’s ceiling feels capped, and Christian’s charisma is still developing.
Trish Adora vs. Aleah James
Adora showcased her strength and flexibility, including a surfboard split spot that wowed the crowd. James had a brief flurry, but Adora shut her down with a pump kick and German suplex for the win at 5:50.
Verdict: Adora’s dominance was clear, but the match overstayed its welcome. Still no update on the Women’s Pure Championship Tournament.
Nick Wayne vs. Gringo Loco (Proving Ground Match)
Wayne, now fully heel, refused the handshake and spat at Loco. The match was brief, with Wayne winning via Killswitch at 4:55. Kip Sabian and Mother Wayne added heel heat, but the match lacked urgency.
Verdict: Wayne’s character work is improving, but the match felt like filler. Gringo Loco’s days in ROH may be numbered.
🎤 Promo & Segment Notes
- Dark Order cut a solid promo about consistency and legacy, teasing future trios action.
- Premier Athletes threw shade at Dustin Rhodes and Sammy Guevara, angling for tag title contention.
- Nick Wayne’s Dynamite promo aired in full — a rare but welcome touch of continuity.
🧠Final Thoughts
This episode felt like a placeholder. While Mortos and Adora stood out, the rest of the card lacked stakes or storyline progression. ROH TV continues to be a showcase platform rather than a narrative driver — and that’s fine, but it needs a spark.
Match of the Night: Mortos vs. Serpentico
Most Improved: Blake Christian
Needs a Reboot: JD Drake’s cardio and ring pacing
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