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Dark Side of the Ring S6E04 Live Premiere: A Deep Dive into Wrestling’s Most Shocking Stories
April 15, 2025 – Preview & What to Expect
By [Watch Wrestling]
The Return of Wrestling’s Most Provocative Series
The wait is over. Dark Side of the Ring, Vice TV’s groundbreaking docuseries that peels back the curtain on professional wrestling’s most controversial and tragic stories, is back with its highly anticipated Season 6, Episode 4, airing live on April 15, 2025.
Fans of the series know that Dark Side of the Ring doesn’t hold back. From untold tragedies to industry-shaking scandals, this series has become essential viewing for wrestling fans and documentary lovers alike. With Episode 4 promising another deep dive into one of wrestling’s darkest chapters, speculation is running wild: What story will be uncovered this time?
In this exclusive preview, we’ll break down:
✔ What to expect in S6E04 – Rumors, leaks, and potential subjects
✔ Why this episode could be the most shocking yet
✔ How to watch the live premiere online
✔ Fan theories and insider insights
Let’s step into the shadows and explore what Dark Side of the Ring has in store for us next.
What Is Dark Side of the Ring? A Quick Recap
For the uninitiated, Dark Side of the Ring is a documentary series that explores the most controversial, tragic, and often overlooked stories in professional wrestling. Produced by Evan Husney and Jason Eisener, the show combines archival footage, firsthand interviews, and expert analysis to present gripping, emotional, and sometimes disturbing accounts of wrestling’s past.
Previous seasons have covered:
- The Montreal Screwjob (Bret Hart vs. Vince McMahon)
- The Fatal Legacy of the Von Erich Family
- The Mysterious Death of Bruiser Brody
- Chris Benoit’s Double-Murder Suicide
- The Rise and Fall of WCW’s RoboCop Disaster
Each episode leaves fans stunned, sparking debates and discussions across social media. Now, Season 6 continues that tradition—and Episode 4 might be its most explosive installment yet.
Season 6, Episode 4: What Story Will Be Told?
While Vice TV has been tight-lipped about the exact subject of S6E04, wrestling insiders and eagle-eyed fans have pieced together clues. Here are the top rumors circulating:
1. The Tragic Downfall of “The British Bulldog” Davey Boy Smith
Davey Boy Smith was one of the most beloved wrestlers of the 90s, but his life was marred by steroid abuse, financial struggles, and personal demons. His sudden death at age 39 shocked the wrestling world. Could this episode explore the untold pressures of the wrestling industry that led to his downfall?
2. The Plane Ride from Hell (Part 2)
Season 3 covered the infamous 2002 WWE “Plane Ride from Hell”, but many stories were left untold. With new testimonies emerging, could this episode revisit the chaos—including Ric Flair’s alleged misconduct, Brock Lesnar’s backstage rage, and the fallout that changed WWE’s corporate culture forever?
3. The Mysterious Death of Daffney Unger
Former WCW and TNA star Shannon “Daffney” Spruill tragically took her own life in 2021 after years of concussion-related issues and financial struggles. Her story highlights wrestling’s lack of long-term healthcare for performers, making it a strong candidate for this season.
4. The Rise and Fall of XPW (Xtreme Pro Wrestling)
The ultra-violent, controversial XPW promotion was a chaotic mix of hardcore wrestling, backstage drama, and legal troubles. With ties to Rob Black’s adult film empire and multiple wrestler injuries, this could be a deep dive into wrestling’s most reckless era.
5. The Unsolved Murder of Dustin Rhodes’ Wife (Terri Runnels Connection?)
A darker, lesser-known theory suggests this episode could explore the unsolved murder of Dusty Rhodes’ first wife and its potential connections to wrestling figures. While unconfirmed, this would be one of the series’ most shocking revelations yet.
Why This Episode Could Be the Most Explosive Yet
Every season of Dark Side of the Ring has delivered at least one episode that dominates the wrestling conversation for weeks. Here’s why S6E04 could be that episode:
✔ New Firsthand Witnesses Coming Forward
Rumors suggest that previously silent figures are finally ready to speak, potentially revealing never-before-heard details about wrestling’s darkest moments.
✔ WWE’s Reaction & Potential Backlash
Past episodes have led to WWE editing past footage (e.g., removing Chris Benoit from archives). If this episode covers a sensitive WWE-related topic, will the company respond?
✔ The Emotional Impact on Fans
Whether it’s Davey Boy Smith’s family or Daffney’s friends, this episode could bring long-overdue closure—or open fresh wounds.
How to Watch Dark Side of the Ring S6E04 Live Online
Don’t miss the premiere! Here’s how to watch:
📅 Date: April 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 9 PM ET / 6 PM PT
📺 Network: Vice TV
💻 Streaming Options:
- Vice TV’s official website (with cable login)
- Sling TV, Philo, FuboTV (live TV packages)
- YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV
Missed the live airing? Episodes are usually available on Vice On Demand and Peacock shortly after.
Final Thoughts: Prepare for Another Wrestling Bombshell
Dark Side of the Ring has never shied away from the truth, and Season 6, Episode 4 looks to continue that trend. Whether it’s revisiting a past tragedy or uncovering a story buried for decades, one thing is certain: This episode will leave fans talking.
Will you be watching? Let us know your predictions in the comments!
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P.S. If you enjoyed this preview, check out our recap of S6E03 [Dark side of ring] and stay tuned for our post-episode analysis on April 16!
Very good show
I think his Ic run being so long hurt him as a credible world champion. It’s like he fought all the same guys and crushed them for a mid card belt now we are supposed to believe they are an actual challenge to him as a world champion? Lol when they took the intercontinental title off of him they should have moved him to SmackDown and put a new list of challengers in front of him. And moved Cody and the WWE championship to raw
Very good episode,
imagine being deluded enough to think a multi billion dollar company with guys who literally have wrestling in their blood hot shoted a heel turn storyline because they booked themselves into a corner. are you serious dude? that is the most ridiculous thing i have read in a minute lol. good luck bro.
Great episode.
Punk/Cody was there for the taking and Cena could’ve gone up against Gunther.
They knee jerked a heel turn because they booked themselves into a nepotism corner
Very good show
honestly don’t get the hate. like sure, there’s no major story here YET. But Punk/Rollins/Reigns has a lot of potential to be a high quality match. I’m legit looking forward to it and love that these three have wound up in a match together.
Great episode.
The triple threat match between them at Wrestlemania is gonna be awesome. Super stoked for this match
Great show
Let’s mention the women’s match in every live/hate challenge. Easiest task for this group of “journalists” ever. Each one of these love/hates are more embarrassing than the last. We get it, women’s wrestling is amazing and should main event every show and if a women’s match is bad it’s because where it is on the card or the booking it’s never the talent, all the women are top tier wrestlers.
Very good show
You wanna find out who the real simps and shills are? Mark down anybody who defends that main event match! Even the diehard AEW fans are crapping on that main event. It was terrible.
This Moxley stuff is stinking out the entire show and the dude seems to think he is Brock Lesnar.
The sad part is that this wasn’t a terrible show overall and with all things taken into an account. But at the end of the day, a bad ending can ruin a whole show for a lot of people. “Game of Thrones season 8” style.
Great show
So the crux of it all is that the PLE started strong…then ended with a sour belch.
The fans most remember how you left them and the fans are going to remember this show with a resounding “bleh”!
And any casual fan who watched with their buddies who are more diehard fans, may have left the viewing saying aloud, “That guy was pretty good. He should go to WWE”.
Great show.
I’ve said before but I think one of the issues here is that Tony is a massive fan of NJPW and often looks to emulate their PPV card structure. NJPW cards typically build to a climax with the big matches back to back and tend not to feature cool down matches or spots. Problem is western audiences haven’t been conditioned for that over the last 40 years, so often results in burnout. Personally I would have laid out the card like below giving breathing spaces, opening with the Steel Cage match and building to the Hollywood Ending as the main event.
Storm vs. May
Mox vs. Cope
Hangman vs. MJF
Hurt Syndicate vs. Outrunners
Takeshita vs. Omega
Swerve vs. Ricochet
Okada vs. King
Mone vs. Watanabe
Ospreay vs. Fletcher
Great episode.
Very good show, but the ending is what people remember. WWE ended Elimination Chamber with a huge heel turn. AEW ended Revolution with that abominable ending.
it doesn’t totally undo a great show, but it might have done more harm than good.
Very good show
I can already see Trips the mark statues, Trips the mark with a 20 minutes speech, the camera focusing onTrips the mark every 30 seconds when he is on the crowd.
Great show.
I’m glad they are bringing it back to a nice venue. The idea of hosting it immediately after Smackdown is insane. Why not put a highlight show or broadcast the Hall of Fame instead of airing Smackdown that week.
best of the best
Very good show tonight
clickbait
clickbait
It’s good
Yes
Loving it
Fantastic Article
Raw vs SD
The only switches from Raw vs SD were Breakker, and Jax?
Super excited about Kiana James to Raw.
Super excited about Kiana James to Raw. She’s been great on NXT so hopefully they don’t ruin her momentum.
I dunno what the Final
I dunno what the Final Testament want, but at this point I am afraid to ask.
Save yourself time and money a
Save yourself time and money and just say everyone on smackdown will stay on smackdown, everyone on raw will stay on raw. What clown wrote this episode?!
Willow should NOT lose
Willow should NOT lose to Moñe at Double or Nothing.
I love the work Mariah’s done with Toni,
I love the work Mariah’s done with Toni, but Ngl I would also love her just gal-palling around with Mina for a spell
I’m all in on joshi invasion of AEW.
I’m all in on joshi invasion of AEW. I’m kinda down for joshi invasion of all promotions honestly
Danielson is also a 21st century
That line makes me laugh like Danielson is also a 21st century wrestler
I’ve never heard of.
Uhg, some other random wrestler from a promotion I’ve never heard of.
This is going to be a squash match right?
Wait, Anna Jay isn’t in Dark Order?
not even the security guard
not even the security guard with the hogan beard is dragging me out of daily’s rn
Kurt V Bret V Perfect
Three other Ospreay dream matches
V Kurt V Bret V Perfect
I have never seen mina before.
I have never seen mina before…. But from the entrance alone i am a fan
I’ve ever seen. Good lord
Anna Jay one of the finest women I’ve ever seen. Good lord
May gets all the ladies.
May gets all the ladies.
Daily’s Place just feels right
Anna Jay match in Daily’s Place just feels right
Is Mina’s theme
Is Mina’s theme a rip of Danza Kaduro? 🕺🏻
I enjoy Fallon’s work in ring,
I enjoy Fallon’s work in ring, and her character work. I just wish she didn’t scream so much- every single move.
Was late tuning in tonight,
Was late tuning in tonight, went and watched the women’s title match, Tatum showed up and showed tf out. Sad she didn’t win but the sky’s the limit
Jensen getting back together
first step to Briggs and Jensen getting back together
I wonder if Fallon Henley gets called up,
I wonder if Fallon Henley gets called up, she’s not really in any important angles in NXT.
John Cena style
Jasmyn has that chiseled chin. John Cena style
“Thank you, Trish Jacey”
Jacey Jayne wants Thea to say “Thank you, Trish Jacey”
What a woman
Her weave fallen off and her not skipping a beat. What a woman. I’m all in on jaida parker
Jaida to get her feet
This OTM side quest was good for Jaida to get her feet wet but her ceiling is sooo much higher than Lucien, Bronco & SCRYPTS
Really don’t like that it’s the Women’s NXT North American Championship.
Really don’t like that it’s the Women’s NXT North American Championship. Besides being an awkward mouthful, it’s too derivative of Men’s midcard title.
Gratitude is not an option
“Gratitude is not an option but a debt that you will repay to me” lmao damn Jacy sounds so badass and ominous 😭
She’s got a really bright future.
Jaida’s only been doing this for a year and a half. She’s got a really bright future.
I love the implied narrative that
I love the implied narrative that it’s Nattie who is singlehandedly selling out a WWE tour of Europe
All these talks about call-ups,
All these talks about call-ups, I feel Jacy Jayne is more overdue than most. One of the best character workers around.
I feel like Jaida has been winning every week
I feel like Jaida has been winning every week for a while now but it hasn’t really gotten her anywhere lol
Booker’s about to faint during
Booker’s about to faint during the sexiest contract signing of all time.
SOMEONE CLIP THAT LEXIS KING
SOMEONE CLIP THAT LEXIS KING PART IN THE NXT SHOP COMMERCIAL AND MAKE IT A MEME
So.. Natalya had a ton of work done
So.. Natalya had a ton of work done on her face right? She had some weird angles to it when the camera followed her walking
Any recognise the photographer
Any recognise the photographer in the Baron/Lexis segment?