The Middle Rope with The Burg

On episode 6 of The Middle Rope we chat to rising Bahraini film director Aziz Altamimi about directing the biggest independent wrestling show in the Middle East: SuperSlam 3, falling in love with wrestling and his film career including the wrestling documentary Queen of the North. We also discuss his unique approach to three matches to show a non wrestling fan to convert them, playing video games with Kurt Angle, and so much more! Give the episode a listen, and then give the podcast a f...

On Episode 5 of The Middle Rope, veteran referee Steve Lynskey joins host The Burg for a ringside chat about his incredible journey through the world of professional wrestling! From starting out in the UK wrestling scene to sharing the ring with legends like Cody Rhodes and Kurt Angle, Steve reflects on the grind of being the third man in the ring—and how it brought him all the way to Qatar Pro Wrestling. We talk about his advice for up-and-coming referees in Qatar, his take on what they ...

On Episode 4 of The Middle Rope, Canadian luchador El Reverso Dan Pizzano joins host The Burg for a deep dive into his unique journey—from Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling to becoming a former QPW Qatar champion! We talk about THAT viral chokeslam moment with Big Mad, his experience at SuperSlam 3 (including the absolutely insane Psycho fall in the ladder match), and what it was like working with the legendary Billy Gunn. El Reverso also opens up about why he can’t wrestle in the U.S., and shares a...

Episode 3 is here and it brings us a review of Night 2 of QPW (Qatar Pro Wrestling) Super Slam 3! Filled with backstage insight and stories from this huge night for the pro wrestling scene in Doha, Qatar. In this episode host The Burg discusses the Battle Royal featuring the best of young Middle Eastern talent, and Burg Enterprises “BIG” win. Stories and thoughts on Tito Hatem vs Mo Jabari vs Ali Rezar, Jonathan Gresham vs Big Damo, the QPW tag team match as Champs 1D and Razor H...

Episode 2 is finally here! And it’s a review of Night 1 of QPW (Qatar Pro Wrestling) Super Slam 3! Filled with backstage insight and stories from this huge night for the pro wrestling scene in Doha, Qatar. I discuss how my segment with legendary Mick Foley came to be. Thoughts on the local talent used. And coming out with the QPW Qatar Champion The Classy Ali and Big Mad. Stories of Alberto Del Rio, Raj Desi (Jinder Mahal), Rohan Raja, White Eagle, Enzo Amore (Real 1),...

On the very first episode of The Middle Rope, Fallah Bahh joins host The Burg to discuss his journey from TNA and Wrestle Pro to Qatar Pro Wrestling (QPW), his thoughts on Qatar and representing the Filipino audience. Then he gives us his thoughts on wrestling as a tag team with Scarlett… yes Scarlett! Karrion Kross’s debut match in IMPACT Wrestling, Comparisons with Yokozuna, and of course , joining Burg Enterprises. Later Fallah also reveals his three matches he would show a non-wrest...

New stories, New stars! Join lifelong wrestling fan The Burg, as he brings a fresh perspective on wrestling and wrestling fandom in The Middle East. From conversations with the rising stars of the region to the global legends of the ring - experiencing a culture like no other, this is the wrestling life in the desert. Here’s just a tease of what’s coming. Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode!