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MLW’s Killer Kross faces biggest challenge yet as he defends world title against Josh Bishop at major PPV
Killer Kross will defend his MLW World Heavyweight Championship against Josh Bishop in a Last Man Standing match at Saturday Night SuperFight in Chicago. The bout gives Bishop, who has gained momentum in recent months, a major opportunity to end Kross’s reign, while Kross says the contest will hinge on toughness rather than wrestling technique.
Kross won the title at Battle Riot VIII and recently defended it against Donovan Dijak. Bishop added to his momentum by breaking with Dijak and delivering an Exit 187 on the episode before the event. Kross described 2026 as painful but successful and praised Bishop as a distinctive big-man wrestler with a bright future; the pay-per-view is available on Veeps at 8 p.m. ET.
In short
- Kross puts his MLW world title on the line against Josh Bishop.
- Their Chicago Last Man Standing match centres on toughness.
- Kross says Bishop has a bright future in wrestling.
Steelman: both sides, in good faith
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The case for
Bishop’s recent momentum and decisive break with Dijak make this a credible chance to end Kross’s reign, and a Last Man Standing match gives him a way to turn his physical power into a title-winning opportunity. A changing champion could also reward his progress and open a new direction for the division.
The case against
Kross has already won the championship and defended it against Dijak, giving him a record that supports his claim to be the proven champion. His experience and toughness may matter especially in a match decided by who can keep standing, so retaining the title would affirm the strength of his reign while still leaving room to recognise Bishop’s potential.