Four Years in the Making: Redman and Valletta Deliver an Epic Battle for PWM Fans

Published: 28/11/2024

The third match of the evening showcased a thrilling encounter between two seasoned veterans, Joel Redman and Gianni Valletta, who engaged in an action-packed bout that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats. Although these rivals have crossed paths numerous times before in both the UK and Japan, PWM fans had been eagerly awaiting this showdown for four long years. Originally scheduled for 2020, the match was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, adding to the anticipation and making the encounter all the more significant.

As the bell rang, Redman and Valletta—both fan favorites and close friends—began with a respectful handshake, setting a sportsmanlike tone before diving into intense technical wrestling. This style is a hallmark of Redman, known for his methodical and skillful approach in the ring. For Valletta, however, it was a rare departure from his typically hard-hitting, powerhouse style, surprising the fans as he engaged in a ground-based technical exchange. Despite his brute strength, Valletta found himself momentarily outmaneuvered by Redman’s wealth of experience and classic techniques, showcasing the British wrestler’s calculated and cerebral approach to the sport.

The match unfolded as a captivating back-and-forth, with neither competitor able to fully seize control. The intensity only heightened as they traded move after move, blending technical mastery with raw power. At one point, Valletta unleashed a discus clothesline, followed by a relentless series of headbutts, two chokeslams, and a barrage of brutal strikes, all intended to wear down his opponent. Redman, refusing to be outdone, retaliated with two sharp superkicks, a jaw-dropping superplex from the top rope, and a devastating Death Valley Driver, each move ramping up the excitement as the crowd roared in support.

In the final moments, Valletta’s resilience and size advantage proved decisive. After executing a massive chokeslam, he ascended the turnbuckle and delivered a crushing splash from the top rope. The impact sealed the deal, and Valletta secured the three-count to claim victory in what will surely be remembered as a standout match in PWM history.