From championship gold changing hands to a ThunderBastard producing a rather unexpected contender.

From an AEW favourite returning to Camden to a Hollywood star having what can only be described as a VERY long afternoon.

PROGRESS Wrestling’s Chapter 199: Bonestorm certainly gave us fans plenty to talk about.

And with Chapter 200 just around the corner, that’s exactly what was needed.

The Electric Ballroom has witnessed its fair share of memorable moments over the years. Title changes, betrayals, surprise appearances, and enough chops to make the average person’s chest resemble a packet of raw bacon.

Sunday’s show added another chapter to that history.

Charles Crowley emerged victorious in the ThunderBastard, Eddie Kingston defeated Luke Jacobs, Donovan Dijak captured the Proteus Championship, and CPF secured their opportunity at tag team gold.

Not bad for an afternoon in Camden, eh?

Charles Crowley – The Last Laugh Belongs to the Twat

Let’s start with the biggest development heading into Chapter 200.

Charles Crowley is the new number-one contender for the PROGRESS Men’s World Championship.

In a ThunderBastard featuring some of the most talented and contrasting personalities on the British independent scene, Crowley emerged victorious after eliminating Chris Ridgeway to secure a future championship opportunity against Cara Noir.

The match featured Simon Miller, Gene Munny, Man Like DeReiss, Drilla Moloney, RKJ, Chris Ridgeway and Crowley, with the staggered-entry format producing the sort of unpredictability that has made the ThunderBastard such an entertaining PROGRESS tradition.

Ridgeway eliminated Miller and Munny. Moloney removed his mate, DeReiss. RKJ managed to get himself disqualified after attacking Crowley with a chair. Crowley then eliminated Moloney before finally disposing of Ridgeway to claim victory.

What makes this particularly interesting is the potential contrast between Crowley and Cara Noir. It didn’t work out well for Crowley when going for the gold after winning SSS16, but having won another major PROGRESS match, surely Chapter 200 is his time?

Eddie Kingston vs Luke Jacobs – Exactly What It Says on the Tin

Jesus, this was beautifully brutal!

When Eddie Kingston was announced as Tommy End’s replacement against Luke Jacobs, my immediate thought was simple. I’m gonna feel every hard hit in this match.

Two wrestlers who pride themselves on physicality, intensity and making every strike look like it genuinely hurts.

And Kingston emerged victorious.

For Jacobs, who for me is one of Britain’s absolute best, sharing the ring with Kingston represents another important moment in a career that continues to showcase his fantastic standing within British wrestling.

This is a man who has developed from a hugely promising prospect into someone capable of standing opposite internationally established names without looking remotely out of place.

Kingston, meanwhile, brings something that very few wrestlers can replicate. Authenticity.

Whether he’s talking, fighting or simply staring at an opponent, you believe him. And that’s why I think he’s such a natural fit for PROGRESS. The Camden crowd has always appreciated wrestlers who wear their hearts on their sleeves. Kingston practically has his tattooed across his chest.

While the result belongs to Kingston, the opportunity itself says plenty about the regard in which Jacobs is held. I’d happily watch these two share a ring again. In fact, I and the PROGRESS faithful pray it does happen again.

Preferably after they’ve both had a few days to recover.

Donovan Dijak – Hollywood’s Nightmare Arrives

Now, this was an eventful afternoon for Paul Walter Hauser.

The actor entered Bonestorm as PROGRESS Proteus Champion and managed to successfully defend the championship twice. First, against Scott Oberman, courtesy of a finger poke of doom.

Yes, really.

Then against Cian Noonan, who tried but came up short.

Two successful defences. Championship still intact. Time to head back to America and enjoy another 500 days off from defending? Not quite.

The boss, Big Damo, intervened, leading to a third defence against Donovan Dijak, with the contest becoming a no-disqualification match. And this time, Hauser’s luck ran out.

Dijak defeated Hauser to become the new PROGRESS Proteus Champion.

I love the contrast here.

Hauser has brought mainstream attention to PROGRESS through his Hollywood career, but he’s also demonstrated genuine affection for professional wrestling. Dijak, on the other hand, is an imposing, athletic monster of a competitor who brings a completely different dimension to the championship.

And the Proteus title has always been about offering something a little different. Its identity is built around unusual stipulations, creative freedom and matches that don’t necessarily follow the traditional championship formula.

So where does Dijak take it? That’s one of the more intriguing questions coming out of Bonestorm.

As for Hauser, he reportedly addressed the crowd afterwards, acknowledging that he hadn’t represented the fans as well as he should have and promising to return.

Hollywood might have lost its championship. But I suspect we haven’t seen the last of this particular leading man.

Tommy Tanner – The Young Gun Keeps His Gold

There’s something satisfying about watching a young wrestler develop in front of the PROGRESS faithful.

From promising prospect to championship holder. From learning the ropes to defending gold against someone who has probably forgotten more about British wrestling than most of us will ever know.

Tommy Tanner’s Atlas Championship reign continues after defeating Sha Samuels. And that’s a significant result after a match that went back and forth between both. On this occasion, the future prevailed with the champ even getting to enjoy victory with his Dad, watching on from the crowd.

Raven Creed – An Unexpected Detour on the Road to Chapter 200

One of the more disappointing developments came before Raven Creed could even challenge for the Women’s Championship. Rhio was unable to compete due to injury, meaning the advertised title match was replaced by Creed facing a solid competitor in MARZ who definitely made a mark at the Ballroom.

Creed secured the victory before making it clear that her ambitions hadn’t changed. She wants the Women’s Championship at Chapter 200 and described herself as the most dangerous woman in Europe.

It’s unfortunate that the original championship contest couldn’t take place, particularly given the momentum surrounding the rivalry. However, professional wrestling is often about adapting to circumstances, and MARZ stepped him, did herself justice even in defeat. This result allows Creed to maintain her momentum while the promotion considers its next move.

Hopefully, Rhio makes a full recovery and we get the championship match that was originally promised.

CPF and the Tag Team Picture – Blink and You’ll Miss Something

Danny Black and Joe Lando are now the number-one contenders for the PROGRESS World Tag Team Championships after defeating Kid Lykos and Kid Lykos II. And that’s a result that should excite anyone who enjoys the more athletic, innovative side of professional wrestling.

CPF and Lykos Gym are two teams capable of producing the sort of high-speed action that makes you question whether the performers have functioning knees. And that’s what they did in a fast-paced, frenetic match where both teams showed why they could easily be champs, let alone No1 contenders.

But beyond the athleticism, this victory gives CPF something important: direction. A championship opportunity provides a clear objective, and the tag team division benefits enormously when there are multiple credible teams competing for the belts.

With Diamond Eyes currently holding the gold, CPF have a potentially fascinating challenge ahead and if their opportunity comes at Chapter 200, what better stage to make a statement?

Falcon and Grace – Spoiling the Scottish Party

Alexxis Falcon and Myla Grace also secured a victory, defeating Nikki Storm and Angel Hayze.

This was another contest affected by the late changes to the card, with Hayze stepping in to replace Xelina. For Nikki Storm, returning to in-ring competition while helping steer PROGRESS into its next era is an interesting balancing act and one she is excelling at.

But Falcon and Grace weren’t interested in providing a feel-good moment as they got the win.

And in a women’s division already featuring Rhio, Raven Creed and several developing rivalries, another victory for Falcon and Grace adds further possibilities.

Eddie Kingston’s Words – More Than Just Wrestling

One detail from the evening deserves particular attention.

Following his victory over Luke Jacobs, Kingston reportedly addressed the crowd and spoke emotionally about the passing of PAC and The Butcher, describing how their deaths had affected him.

He also explained why he continues to wrestle on the independent scene, pointing to performers such as Jacobs as evidence that its future is in good hands. It’s a reminder of something that can occasionally get lost among the championship matches, storylines and flying elbows.

Professional wrestling is about people.

It’s about relationships, friendships and communities built over years of travelling, performing and sharing experiences.

And it’s moments like these that demonstrate why the independent scene means so much to so many. The wrestling is what brings everyone together. The people are what make them stay.

Chapter 200 – A Legacy Worth Celebrating

And just like that, we’re here.

One hundred and ninety-nine Chapters down with Chapter 200: Vendetta 4 taking place on the 29th November.

And Bonestorm has certainly helped create some intriguing possibilities.

Will Crowley beat Cara?
Will Creed become champ?
Will CPF become the tag team with gold?

Roll on November! See you at the Ballroom!

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