Joe Hendry Challenges John Cena, Honey Trap Match Set For MLW Superfight, PROGRESS News

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During a recent appearance on the “Busted Open Radio” podcast, newly crowned TNA World Champion Joe Hendry challenged John Cena to face him in TNA Wrestling.

Hendry said, "John Cena. Let's let it continue. I have done all the things that I thought would be impossible, but in an era where anything can happen, and just before Genesis, Triple H tweeted us, Shawn Michaels tweeted the show, and John Cena posted the TNA logo on his Instagram. What kind of representative would I be for TNA if I didn't call out John Cena. I already know that everyone in TNA is gunning for me. I'm the champion. That's the match I want. To invite John Cena to cross the line to TNA Wrestling is the most exciting matchup and it's my job as champion to bring as many eyeballs to TNA Wrestling as possible. I have all the respect in the world for John Cena. He was the first professional wrestler that I ever spoke to. When I was 15, I couldn't make a show, my friend went to a meet and greet and said, 'My friend Joe is a big fan. He couldn't come, would you call him?' John held up the meet and greet, phoned me from my friend's phone, and talked to me for five minutes.' I feel that's the story I need to finish, facing John Cena and why not for this championship? I don't know John Cena. I respect him. He's on my Mount Rushmore. He's the greatest. I think he'd be excited about the TNA World Championship."

When asked if he could hang with Cena on the microphone, Hendry replied, "1000%. I love it. John Cena, when he gets the microphone, he tells the truth. I honestly believe people haven't seen what I can do on the microphone yet. I feel so comfortable going out there with nothing prepared. John Cena is in the top echelon of talkers ever in this business. If you don't invite that challenge to try and step up, you're not challenging yourself. I know how powerful he is on the microphone. I believe I can hang on the microphone with John Cena."

PROGRESS Wrestling announced that Meiko Satomura will face Rhio at ‘My Own Destiny’ on February 23.

Rhio is a former PROGRESS women's champion, holding the title for 434 days. On the other hand, Satomura previously expressed her desire to wrestle her final match in April.

🚨 MATCH ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

The legendary Meiko Satomura returns to PROGRESS Wrestling for the first time since 2019 to face the woman who held the Women's World Championship for 434 days, Rhio!

DREAM. MATCH. ACTIVATED.

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— PROGRESS Wrestling (@ThisIs_Progress) January 20, 2025

And finally, MLW announced a Honey Trap Match for MLW Superfight 6 on February 8.

You can check out the press release below:

“Paul London fights BRG in first-ever Honey Trap Match in Atlanta, Feb 8 at MLW SuperFight 6

Tickets available at MLWLive.com

Tickets Available at MLWLive.com & Ticketmaster.

ATLANTA, GA – Major League Wrestling (MLW) today announced the first-ever Honey Trap Match: Paul London vs. BRG at MLW SuperFight 6 on Saturday, February 8 at Center Stage in Atlanta, GA and presented live on YouTube.

🎟 Grab tickets at http://www.MLWLIVE.com and at Ticketmaster starting at $15.

MLW is known for pushing boundaries and delivering unforgettable moments, and on Saturday, February 8, at SuperFight 6 in Atlanta, history will be made with the first-ever Honey Trap Match. This one-of-a-kind spectacle will feature Paul London facing off against the Rogue Horsemen's big-mouthed brat, BRG, in what promises to be one of the most bizarre and entertaining matches in MLW history.

The Honey Trap Match Stipulation:

The rules are simple yet humiliating: the loser of the match will be dunked in a pool of honey and feathered in front of the MLW fans. There's no greater embarrassment, and the stakes couldn't be higher for both competitors.

Paul London vs. BRG: A Long-Awaited Grudge Match

Paul London has been itching to settle the score with BRG ever since the Rogue Horsemen attacked him at Summer of the Beasts in August. Now, thanks to SuperFight 6's executive producer Eric Bischoff, London has been granted his wish to face BRG one-on-one—and it's happening in the most outrageous way imaginable.

This is more than a match—it's a chance for London to finally silence the brash BRG, who has earned a reputation for his sharp tongue and underhanded tactics.

Who Will Survive the Honey Trap?

Will Paul London walk out victorious, or will BRG prove why the Rogue Horsemen are a force to be reckoned with? As fans across the world tune in, one thing is for certain: someone's night is about to get very sticky!

Will it be a sweet or sour night for Paul London and BRG? Who will survive the Honey Trap? Find out live at SuperFight 6!

Stay connected with MLW.com for updates on match announcements and other exciting news leading up to SuperFight 6!

🪧Bring your signs as MLW TV trucks will be rolling up for a live broadcast streaming broadcasting worldwide!

SuperFight 6 live on YouTube card (10pm ET start)

MLW World Heavyweight Championship Triple Threat

Matt Riddle (c) vs. Satoshi Kojima vs. Alex Kane

Grudge Match!
Donovan Dijak (managed by Saint Laurent) vs. "Filthy" Tom Lawlor

Honey Trap Match

Paul London vs. BRG

beIN SPORTS card (7pm CT local start)

TBA

PLUS: Special Meet & Greets from 6-6:30pm with TBA!

Card subject to change.

*** SPECIAL 7PM START TIME FOR TICKET HOLDERS ***

Tickets start at $15 at Ticketmaster and http://www.MLWLive.com. Tickets will also be available day of show at the box office unless the event sales out in advance.

General Public Doors Open: 5:30 p.m. with a special bell time of: 7:00pm.

DAY OF EVENT INFO

5:30 p.m.: Early entry for front row ticket holders

6:00 p.m.: Doors open for general public (all ticket holders)

7:00 p.m.: Showtime

MORE ABOUT CENTER STAGE
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Center Stage is located at 1374 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309.

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About Major League Wrestling

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One of the fastest growing wrestling leagues today, MLW programming is available in over 60 countries worldwide, including MLW Fusion on beIN Sports in the U.S. and Ayozat TV on SKY in the United Kingdom.

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