Canadian Wrestling Elite (CWE) delivered another night of unforgettable action with their Rage In The Cage event at the Holy Eucharist Parish Centre on February 15, 2025. Fans packed the venue to witness high-stakes battles, jaw-dropping moments, and the crowning of new champions.
Match 1: Jackson Conway & CAM!!ikaze vs. Bobby Sharpe & ATM:
The opening bout set the tone for the night, as the duo of Jackson Conway and CAM!!ikaze took on the hard-hitting Bobby Sharpe and ATM. The fast-paced contest saw Conway and CAM!!ikaze work seamlessly together, pulling off impressive aerial maneuvers. Their teamwork proved too much for Sharpe and ATM, leading to a well-earned victory for Conway and CAM!!ikaze.
Match 2: Hardcore Title Match - Bobby Royce vs. Mike Mission (c):
The CWE Hardcore Championship match between Bobby Royce and defending champion Mike Mission was a brutal encounter that featured chairs, cooking sheets, garbage cans, and an abundance of barbed wire. Both men put their bodies on the line, but Royce proved his resilience by enduring the punishment and seizing the opportunity to dethrone Mission. The victory crowned a new Hardcore Champion and left the crowd in awe of the sheer carnage they had just witnessed.
Match 3: Six-Man Tag - O'Doyle, Kevin Cannon & Shaun Martens vs. Adrien Burton, Cody Mac & Rusty Blackwell:
This six-man tag match was filled with action and personal stakes, especially for Rusty Blackwell, who had never won a match in Winnipeg. His team, alongside Burton and Mac, battled fiercely against the villainous trio of O'Doyle, Cannon, and Martens. The match culminated in a feel-good moment as Burton, Mac, and Blackwell took the victory. The post-match celebration made for one of the night’s most memorable moments as Blackwell celebrated with the crowd with his first win in Winnipeg.
Match 4: Special Attraction - Dragneel vs. Renee Dupree:
A special attraction match saw CWE mainstay Dragneel face former WWE superstar Renee Dupree. The veteran Dupree used his experience and strength advantage to control the short match, but Dragneel showed incredible heart. However, Dupree’s power proved too much, and he picked up the victory over Dragneel, adding another win to his storied career.
Match 5: 4-Way Tag Match - Craft Beer Company (c) vs. Red Hot Summer vs. Collins Family vs. Ronnie Attitude & Johnny Malibu:
Originally slated as a defence for the CWE Tag Team Champions, Craft Beer Company, the match took a dramatic turn when one-half of the champions was unable to compete. With the odds stacked against them, a new team emerged victorious—Ronnie Attitude and Johnny Malibu. Meanwhile, the emotional farewell of Red Hot Summer, who were forced to disband after losing, gave the match an extra layer of drama. Fans bid farewell to the duo after the conclusion of the match, and the duo shared a heartfelt moment in the ring after their loss.
Match 6: CWE Title Match - Mentallo (c) vs. Chad Daniels:
The CWE Championship was on the line as Mentallo defended against the determined challenger Chad Daniels. Both men put on a wrestling clinic, with high-impact moves and near-falls keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. In a shocking upset, Daniels managed to dethrone Mentallo, cementing himself as the new CWE Champion and sending the crowd into a frenzy.
Main Event: Steel Cage Match - Danny Duggan vs. James Roth:
The night’s grand finale featured a high-stakes steel cage match between Danny Duggan and James Roth. The brutality escalated with each passing minute, as both men used the steel structure to their advantage at every moment they could. The climax of the match saw Roth ascend to the top of the cage and deliver a breathtaking splash, securing the victory in spectacular fashion. Fans erupted in applause as Roth stood victorious, closing out an incredible night of wrestling action in Winnipeg.
Final Thoughts:
Rage In The Cage delivered an unforgettable night filled with title changes, emotional moments, and a breathtaking main event. CWE once again proved why they are one of Canada’s premier independent wrestling promotions, giving fans an action-packed experience they won’t soon forget.
Photos by Samuel Stevens Photography.