Josh Barnett Hints at More WWE & AEW Stars Joining Bloodsport

As WrestleMania 40 approaches, with its grand spectacle scheduled for April 6 and 7, the wrestling world buzzes with excitement, transcending beyond the WWE Universe. The event, known for its magnificence, becomes a beacon, attracting numerous wrestling promotions to the host city, offering fans an extended celebration of the sport.

Amid these festivities stands a unique event that has captured the attention of fans and wrestlers alike: Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport, an annual showcase presented by Game Changer Wrestling (GCW). This year, Barnett, a revered figure in the combat sports world and a former UFC Heavyweight Champion, has promised an exhilarating match-up featuring WWE’s Shayna Baszler against TNA’s Masha Slamovich.

However, the intrigue doesn’t stop there. In a revealing conversation on “Under The Ring,” Barnett shared insights into ongoing discussions with prominent figures from WWE and AEW about their potential participation in Bloodsport.

Names like Malakai Black, CM Punk, Chad Gable, Bron Breakker, and the catch-as-catch-can specialist, Charlie Dempsey, were mentioned as potential competitors, highlighting Barnett’s ambition to blend the worlds of professional wrestling and martial arts.

Barnett’s Star Invites

Moreover, Barnett expressed his desire to involve AEW’s powerhouse, Miro, and WWE Hall of Famer Goldberg, whom he affectionately regards as family. His vision for Bloodsport is clear: to create a platform where athletes, regardless of their wrestling or fighting background, can showcase their prowess in a pure and demanding environment.

“They must see this ring for what it is and what we’ve created and say, ‘That’s something I’ve got to do. That’s me. I want to show myself and shine in a place like this,'” Barnett emphasized. Bloodsport X is shaping up to be a monumental event, promising a lineup that includes top talent from WWE, AEW, TNA, New Japan…