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  • Latest On Rumored Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa WrestleMania Match

    All signs initially pointed to WWE moving forward with plans for a Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa match at WrestleMania 41. This direction was first reported by WrestleVotes, which stated that the match was finalized after WWE decided that Roman Reigns would face Solo Sikoa at the WWE Raw on Netflix premiere on January 6.

    However, the plans for this bout are not yet locked in. In the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer reported:

    “Regarding rumors of Fatu vs. Sikoa, it is right now not booked, and one of them has a different booking, but of course this can change.”

    Solo Sikoa made his main roster debut at Clash at the Castle in 2022, aligning with his cousins, The Usos and Roman Reigns, in The Bloodline. As the group\’s enforcer, he was known for his silent but menacing presence. After WrestleMania 40, with The Usos splitting up and Reigns taking time off, Solo took on the role of Head of the Table and Tribal Chief.

    To solidify his dominance, Solo brought in Jacob Fatu and The Tongas. Fatu has been presented as a powerful and unpredictable force, adding another layer of intensity to the group. Solo and Jacob Fatu are cousins, sharing a strong bond as members of the Anoa\’i family.

    WrestleMania 41 will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20, 2025.

  • The Rock To Return On Friday\’s WWE SmackDown

    The Rock announced late Thursday night on his social media accounts that he will appear on this week’s episode of WWE SmackDown at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. However, it remains unclear what his role will be on the show.

    He captioned his post:

    “Bold and disruptive. Unpredictable and dangerous. The Final Boss returns, LIVE on #SmackDown tomorrow at 8ET/7CT on @USANetwork.”

    WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque added in a statement:

    “Strap in. When The Final Boss shows up at this time of year, the audience knows absolutely anything is possible. Everything could change in an instant.”

    The Rock was last seen on the January 6 Raw premiere episode on Netflix. On Raw, Roman Reigns defeated Solo Sikoa in a Tribal Combat match. Afterward, The Rock placed the Ula Fala around Reigns\’ neck and embraced him. This moment followed a babyface promo from The Rock, where he seemingly dropped his \”Final Boss\” persona. He followed it up with making an appearance on NXT the next night.

    While WWE was planning to do Rock vs. Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, it has been reported that Rock isn\’t currently planned to wrestle at the show. However, he decides whether he wants to do something, and should he feel he is in ring shape, then its always a possibility he wrestles at the show.

  • WWE Considering A Change To Hall Of Fame Ceremony (Report)

    WWE may be considering a change to the format of the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony.

    While the event was never officially announced along with the other WrestleMania activities, it was widely believed to be scheduled for April 18, 2025, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas—the night before WrestleMania 41. Traditionally, the ceremony airs immediately after SmackDown in the same arena, streaming on Peacock and other platforms.

    However, WrestleVotes reported today that WWE officials are reconsidering this format, as some within the company are unhappy with the event following SmackDown.

    “After speaking with sources, we’ve heard varying speculation about when and where the 2025 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony will take place. Some within the company strongly dislike the recent format of the ceremony following SmackDown. We’re told WWE is considering a change, with no mention of the time or place in any WM promotional material so far.”

    Paul “Triple H” Levesque is set to headline the 2025 Hall of Fame class, with Michelle McCool as the only other announced inductee so far. Additional names are expected to be revealed soon.

    The Hall of Fame ceremony will be part of a packed WrestleMania weekend, including NXT Stand & Deliver on the afternoon of April 19, followed by WrestleMania 41 – Night 1 that evening.

  • The Rock Joins Scorsese-Directed Crime Drama With Leonardo DiCaprio, Emily Blunt

    A major pitch is in development for an untitled drama directed by Martin Scorsese, starring Dwayne Johnson, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Emily Blunt.

    According to Deadline, the film is inspired by a real-life Hawaiian crime boss, described as a ruthless figure who fought off encroaching rivals to control organized crime in Hawaii. The character is likened to Robert De Niro’s Jimmy the Gent from Goodfellas. 

    Nick Bilton is set to write the screenplay, with Scorsese, Johnson, Blunt, DiCaprio, Bilton, Dany Garcia, Lisa Frechette, and Rick Yorn attached as producers. The project is particularly meaningful to Johnson, who has deep ties to Hawaii and has long aspired to make a film set there.

    Synopsis: The article notes the film is about, “a turbulent time on the island paradise when an aspiring mob boss battled rival crime factions to wrest control of the underworld of the Hawaiian islands. It was a bloody battle, the kind of terrain Scorsese covered in both Goodfellas and The Departed. In 1960s and 70s Hawaii, this formidable and charismatic mob boss rises to build the islands’ most powerful criminal empire, waging a brutal war against mainland corporations and rival syndicates while fighting to preserve his ancestral land. It’s based on the untold true story of a man who fought to preserve his homeland through a ruthless quest for absolute power — igniting the last great American mob saga, where the war for cultural survival takes place in the unlikeliest of places: paradise.”

    This marks another collaboration between DiCaprio and Scorsese, following their recent work on the Best Picture-nominated Killers of the Flower Moon. Their past films together include The Aviator, The Departed, Gangs of New York, and The Wolf of Wall Street. Meanwhile, Johnson and Blunt, who previously co-starred in Disney’s Jungle Cruise, are also set to reunite in A24’s Smashing Machine, directed by Benny Safdie and slated for release later this year.

    Johnson and Blunt initially brought the idea to Scorsese and DiCaprio, who quickly joined the project. With Bilton now onboard to write, the film is moving toward development.

  • Goldberg Says Retirement Match Will Happen This Summer: \’I Feel Like a Trillion Bucks\’

    Goldberg is preparing for his final match in 2025, prioritizing health and recovery in the process. He previously stated on ESPN\’s College GameDay last year that his retirement match would take place in WWE.

    The WWE Hall of Famer recently underwent stem cell treatment, a procedure he prepared for by making significant lifestyle changes. On his CarCast podcast, Goldberg revealed that he had to eliminate bad habits, such as tobacco use and poor dietary choices.

    While the treatment was successful, he is currently in a three-week recovery period during which he cannot lift weights. The date and opponent for his farewell match remain unknown.

    \”I feel like a trillion bucks. Whether it\’s from the stuff that I altered in my life prior or the stem cell treatment after a day, I feel like a million bucks, comparatively,\” Goldberg shared.

    \”You have to be logical, but it\’s like you\’re a racehorse again, and you\’re being held in a stall, and you can\’t come out for a period of time. I have a match sometime this summer. I don\’t know exactly when it is, but I know it\’s coming up, and I know at 58 years old, I have to be in my underwear in front of everybody, and I hold a very high standard for myself.

    I need to get to work yesterday. The long-term benefit and the benefit for me in the ring will be much more if I just calm my ass down.\”

    Goldberg had a confrontation with World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER at Bad Blood this past October. His last match took place in 2022 at the Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event, where he faced Roman Reigns.

  • MJF vs. Hangman Page Set For AEW Revolution

    The stage is set for a showdown at AEW Revolution as a heated rivalry reignites between former AEW World Champions MJF and \”Hangman\” Adam Page.

    The seeds of this confrontation were planted on the February 19th edition of Dynamite, which opened with a fiery war of words between the two competitors. The exchange quickly escalated, with both men taking personal shots at each other\’s character and motivations. Page declared himself \”real\” while dismissing MJF as inauthentic, leading to a physical altercation. Later in the show, AEW made it official: MJF and Page will clash at AEW Revolution.

    This match carries significant weight, as it marks the first time these two have faced each other in a one-on-one contest since 2019.

    AEW Revolution 2025 is set for March 9th, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. This will be the sixth annual Revolution event and AEW’s first at the Crypto.com Arena.

    Updated AEW Revolution 2025 Card

    • AEW World Championship: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Cope (Adam Copeland)
    • MJF vs. \”Hangman\” Adam Page
    • AEW International Championship: Konosuke Takeshita (c) (with Don Callis) vs. Kenny Omega
    • Will Ospreay vs. Kyle Fletcher – Steel Cage Match

  • Seth Rollins Explains Why He Was Not Upset About Not Making Final Cut Of \’Captain America: Brave New World\’ 

    Seth Rollins filmed scenes for Captain America: Brave New World, which is set for release this month. However, his role was ultimately cut from the final version of the film.

    The movie stars Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Carl Lumbly, Tim Blake Nelson, Shira Haas, Harrison Ford, and Liv Tyler. Written by Malcolm Spellman and Dalan Musson and directed by Julius Onah, the film originally included Rollins, who was spotted on set in 2023.

    Rollins recently explained why he wasn’t upset about being cut from the film during an appearance on Not Just Football with Cam Heyward.

    “I wasn’t gonna talk about it too much because I never know what I can say. But I saw the director had an interview this week, Julius Onah, who’s a phenomenal dude. He did an interview, and they asked him about my role and what happened with it and stuff like that, so I feel like I can talk about it a little bit more.

    Basically, I got repurposed for Giancarlo Esposito, who is a hell of an actor, special cat. So to lose out to him doesn’t hurt my feelings. The bottom line is, the movie went through a lot of adjustments. The original script is not the script that they ended up with. My character itself, I don’t know if it got repurposed or if it just got scrapped and a whole new thing went in there. But I had a great time filming with those guys. We did some really cool stuff that’s on the cutting room floor. I hope that somehow it lives in Easter egg form somewhere. I’d love to see some of the shots of that.

    I won’t give away too much, but it was a great experience. But yeah, they cut me. They cut me from the role. They’ve cut the family. My wife [Becky Lynch] had a role in Eternals. She did a post-credit scene for the original Eternals film. The Eternals franchise was intended to be multiple films, and she was supposed to be involved in that, and they cut her too. They cut the whole family, man.”

    Despite the cut, Rollins remains focused on his wrestling career. He is expected to face CM Punk and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 41 in mid-April.

  • GUNTHER: The Last Few Months Were Not Ideal For Me, But I’m Feeling My Mojo Again

    GUNTHER has held the WWE World Heavyweight Championship for six months, making him the fourth person to hold this version of the title. Since winning it, he has defended the championship on television and at premium live events (PLEs) against opponents such as Randy Orton, Sami Zayn, and Damian Priest.

    However, GUNTHER has also suffered some losses. He was defeated by Cody Rhodes for the Crown Jewel Title in November and previously put over Rhodes and Orton in a tag team match on SmackDown leading up to the title bout.

    In a recent interview with the Daily Mail to promote WWE\’s upcoming European tour, GUNTHER admitted that the past few months of his reign haven\’t been ideal. However, he believes he is now back on track.

    “I don’t think the last few months were ideal for me. I lost to Cody (Rhodes), and then everything that—that feud with (Damian) Priest, it didn’t allow me to show the best side of me, if that makes sense. But I think now I’m back to my old self. I feel my mojo again.”

    GUNTHER\’s next challenge is a title defense against Jey Uso at WrestleMania 41, taking place on April 19 or 20, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

  • Dakota Kai Becomes #1 Contender To WWE Women\’s Intercontinental Title On Raw

    WWE is building a new rivalry on Monday Night Raw between Dakota Kai and Women’s Intercontinental Champion Lyra Valkyria.

    On this week’s episode of Raw, Dakota Kai earned a title opportunity by winning a match to determine the number one contender for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship. The February 17 edition of Raw featured a major women’s division bout, as Kai faced Ivy Nile. In the end, Kai secured the victory, pinning Nile after delivering her signature G2K finisher.

    With this win, Kai will challenge Valkyria for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship, though the exact date of their title match was not announced.

    Valkyria became the inaugural champion by defeating Kai on the January 13 edition of Raw. Since then, she has yet to defend the title but did compete in the Royal Rumble, which was won by Charlotte Flair, and later lost to Bayley in an Elimination Chamber qualifying match.

    For Kai, she has won two straight tag team matches with IYO SKY. They beat Pure Fusion Collective (Shayna Baszler & Zoey Stark) on the January 20th episode of Raw and then The Judgment Day (Liv Morgan & Raquel Rodriguez) on the February 10th edition.

  • IShowSpeed Thought He Was Going to Die at the WWE Royal Rumble

    The WWE Royal Rumble featured a shocking collision between Intercontinental Champion Bron Breakker and internet sensation IShowSpeed, culminating in a thunderous spear that quickly went viral on social media.

    Speed, the popular streamer and influencer, had made a brief yet memorable appearance in the Rumble match. Emerging with a neck brace and crutches, he was in no condition to withstand the force of Breakker’s devastating spear. The impact sent Speed flying across the ring, and the moment rapidly gained traction online, amassing millions of views across various social media platforms.

    The unexpected attack left fans and commentators stunned. Adding to the intrigue, Breakker’s post-match comments suggested an open invitation for Speed’s return. Breakker stated that he would welcome Speed back to WWE should he seek revenge, hinting at a possible future storyline between the two.

    Following the event, Speed admitted the experience was physically overwhelming. Speaking on his YouTube stream, he described the aftermath:

    \”I ain\’t gonna cap. After this, the day after Bron Breakker speared me, I had probably one of the worst headaches. I couldn\’t move. I could not move, bro. I thought I was nearly about to die. Real talk. That was maybe one of the craziest, worst experiences ever. Real talk. I\’m being so serious.\”

    Whether this was a one-off encounter or the beginning of a longer-term storyline remains to be seen.

  • Kevin Owens vs. Sami Zayn In An Unsanctioned match Set For WWE Elimination Chamber

    A heated rivalry has led to an unsanctioned match being added to WWE Elimination Chamber. On Raw, Sami Zayn challenged Kevin Owens to a match in Toronto, the city where their storied history began.

    Despite Zayn\’s insistence, General Manager Adam Pearce informed him that he wasn\’t medically cleared to compete. However, Zayn refused to leave the ring until the match was granted. In response, Pearce agreed but stipulated that it would be an unsanctioned match—meaning no rules and anything goes.

    This decision follows Owens’ attack on Zayn two weeks prior on Raw, after Zayn\’s loss to CM Punk in an Elimination Chamber qualifying match. Owens later explained in a social media video that his actions were retaliation for Zayn’s perceived betrayal at the Royal Rumble, where Zayn failed to assist him in winning the WWE Championship.

    WWE Elimination Chamber takes place on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the Rogers Centre in Toronto. The pre-show starts at 5 p.m. ET, with the main card beginning at 6 p.m. ET. Here is the updated match card:

    Men’s Elimination Chamber Match
    John Cena vs. CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre vs. Logan Paul vs. Damian Priest vs. TBD

    Women’s Elimination Chamber Match
    Liv Morgan vs. Alexa Bliss vs. Bianca Belair vs. Bayley vs. Naomi vs. TBD

    Tag Team Match
    Trish Stratus & Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton vs. Nia Jax & Candice LeRae

    Unsanctioned Match
    Kevin Owens vs. Sami Zayn

  • Jade Cargill Back at the Performance Center Training for WWE Return

    WWE Superstar Jade Cargill was back at the Performance Center in Orlando, FL on Monday, according to PWInsider. The belief is that creative plans for her return will be set very soon, though her exact return date remains uncertain. She has reportedly been training at the Performance Center for over a month in preparation for her comeback.

    Cargill has been absent from WWE TV since the November 22 episode of WWE SmackDown, but that appears to be changing. A shocking moment occurred during a Women’s United States Championship Triple Threat qualifying match featuring Bianca Belair, Chelsea Green, and Blair Davenport. Midway through the match.

    The arena’s video screen revealed that Belair’s tag team partner, Jade Cargill, had been attacked backstage. The footage showed Cargill’s head being slammed into a car windshield, leaving it visibly shattered.The identity of the attacker remains unknown, though speculation suggests it could be someone linked to the ongoing match.

    While off TV, Cargill has continued her training and is gradually working her way back. Initially, the expectation was that she would be out for an extended period due to a legitimate injury, with estimates suggesting at least three months or longer. However, conflicting reports have emerged regarding whether her absence is injury-related or purely a storyline.

    Naomi Vehemently Denies Attacking Jade Cargill: “I Am Not that Evil”

  • John Cena Hypes His Return to Europe For 3 WWE Raw Events Before WrestsleMania

    John Cena kicked off his retirement tour with an appearance on the premiere episode of WWE Raw on Netflix. Now, he’s taking his farewell tour to Europe.

    WWE confirmed today that Cena will return to Europe this March as part of his 2025 Farewell Tour, making his final Raw appearances in Brussels, Glasgow, and London. Tickets are available now.

    The 16-time World Champion will make stops on the following dates:

    • Monday, March 17 – Brussels, Belgium – Forest National (ticketmaster.be)
    • Monday, March 24 – Glasgow, Scotland – OVO Hydro (ticketmaster.co.uk)
    • Monday, March 31 – London, England – O2 Arena (axs.com)

    Cena expressed excitement to perform in front of his fans in Brussels, Glasgow and London one more time.

    Fans attending WWE’s Road to WrestleMania tour in Europe will also see top WWE Superstars just weeks before WrestleMania 41. The lineup includes Undisputed WWE Champion The American Nightmare Cody Rhodes, World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER, Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley, CM Punk, Liv Morgan, Seth Freakin’ Rollins, Drew McIntyre, WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Bianca Belair & Naomi, and more..

    Cena recently came up just short in the Men’s Royal Rumble match but will get another opportunity to main-event WrestleMania 41 by competing in the Men’s Elimination Chamber bout. If he wins, he will challenge Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Cena is set to retire from WWE in December 2025.

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  • Miro’s First Wrestling Appearance Since Leaving AEW Announced

    Miro was granted his release from AEW last week, making him a free agent and fueling speculation that he may return to WWE. Now, he has booked his first post-AEW appearance.

    Qatar Pro Wrestling has announced that Miro will appear at their events on February 21 and 22 at Aspire Ladies Sport Hall in Doha, Qatar. The event will also feature Mustafa Ali, Nic Nemeth, Bobby Lashley, and 35 other wrestlers, with matches scheduled throughout the show.

    There is strong belief that WWE is interested in bringing Miro back, as he previously worked there before joining AEW. WWE has reportedly discussed creative plans for him as well as Malaki Black, though it remains unclear whether he has signed a contract or when he might return. This is despite WWE legend Teddy Long\’s controversial view that WWE will have no interest in taking back Miro or Malakai Black.

    WWE Legend Doubts Miro or Malakai Black Will Be Re-Signed: “Their Time Is Up”

    Miro had been absent from AEW since Worlds End 2023. He initially signed a lucrative seven-figure deal with the company in September 2020, which was set to expire in spring 2022. However, he later signed a four-year extension, keeping him under contract until spring 2026.

    Despite being healthy and ready to compete, discussions about his creative direction reportedly stalled in 2024. According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, talks eventually went \”radio silent\” months before his release. It was to the point that AEW sources indicated that Miro had not been discussed creatively for six months, with most believing he would not return to the company.

  • Ricky Starks’ Next WWE TV Appearance Announced

    Former AEW star Ricky Starks made his WWE NXT debut during the second hour of this past Tuesday’s show. Now, he has confirmed that he will be appearing again this week.

    In a video shared on Twitter, Starks announced that he would be signing his official NXT contract on the February 18th edition of NXT.

    “The hottest free agent shocked the world last week when I appeared on NXT. And tonight, it\’s Vengeance Day, and I\’m going to be watching on Peacock. And I know you probably are wondering what\’s next? Well, I got the answers for you. This Tuesday, live on NXT, in the middle of that ring, I\’m going to be signing my official NXT contract, and then you\’re going to have the absolute truth from the man himself.”

    Starks made his debut by appearing in the crowd, where he was instantly recognized by fans. Acknowledging their reaction, he stated that it was clear they knew exactly who he was. He then declared that if NXT represents the future of wrestling, it needs a superstar of the future. He added that if NXT is the highest brand, it requires the highest free agent, vowing to turn the place upside down.

    Previously, Starks had requested his release from AEW, but CEO Tony Khan reportedly refused to grant it. It was widely believed that he would have to wait out the remainder of his contract before pursuing other opportunities. However, that situation recently changed when Starks was officially granted his release.

  • Charlotte Flair vs. Tiffany Stratton Has Been Planned For A While

    WWE officially announced on this week’s episode of SmackDown that Charlotte Flair will challenge Tiffany Stratton for the WWE Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 41.

    The match was set up after Stratton retained her title by disqualification against Nia Jax on SmackDown when Candice LeRae interfered. A brawl broke out involving Stratton, Jax, LeRae, and Hall of Famer Trish Stratus, who was ringside. Jax and LeRae ultimately left both Stratton and Stratus laid out.

    As the Women’s Champion was down in the ring, Flair entered and declared that she had chosen Stratton as her opponent for WrestleMania 41.

    According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, Flair\’s Royal Rumble victory and her selection of Stratton as her opponent had been planned for some time. In fact, the plan for Charlotte vs. Tiffany Stratton has reportedly been in place since December.

    Flair earned her title shot by winning the 2025 Royal Rumble. This is a major match for both competitors—Charlotte is a 14-time Women’s Champion and a seasoned WrestleMania veteran, while Tiffany Stratton is a rising star who won the title earlier this year.

    WrestleMania 41 will be a two-night event, taking place on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

  • Josh Alexander Reportedly Headed To AEW

    Josh Alexander\’s contract with TNA Wrestling officially expired today, making him a free agent. According to Fightful Select\’s Sean Ross Sapp, sources within AEW, those close to Alexander, and others in the industry expect him to sign with AEW—if he hasn\’t already.

    Meanwhile, WWE sources confirmed that he has not signed with the company, though there was previous interest in bringing him in last year.

    Alexander had a highly successful tenure in TNA Wrestling (now Impact Wrestling) from 2019 to 2025. He initially gained prominence as part of the tag team The North alongside Ethan Page, with the duo winning the Impact World Tag Team Championship twice. Alexander found further success by capturing the TNA X Division Championship before ascending to the top of the promotion by winning the TNA World Championship twice. His second reign was particularly historic, lasting 335 days—the longest in company history.

    Ahead of his free agency, PWInsider reported that Alexander is being represented by wrestling super-agent Barry Bloom in negotiating his next contract. Bloom has worked with several major wrestling figures, including Kenny Omega and Jim Ross.

    While it remains unclear if Alexander has officially signed a new deal, AEW is widely expected to be his next destination.

  • WWE Had Plans In Place For Ricky Starks’ Debut Before His AEW Departure

    WWE was reportedly planning Ricky Starks’ debut before his departure from AEW earlier this week. On Monday, PWInsider reported that Starks had left AEW and was free to perform elsewhere.

    The following night on NXT, Starks surprised fans by making an unexpected appearance. He cut a promo but was not recognized by name, leading to speculation that WWE and Starks had either not agreed on terms to use his name or were in the process of deciding on a new one.

    According to Wrestling Observer Newsletter\’s Dave Meltzer, WWE had originally planned for Starks to debut at a major NXT event later this year. However, those plans were accelerated as soon as he became available.

    Meltzer wrote, “Even before his release, WWE had plans for Starks to debut in NXT at a major event later this year, but sped up the process as soon as he was available.”

    It has been confirmed that Starks has been added to WWE’s internal roster under his current ring name. However, there is still a possibility that his identity could change.

    Despite his talent and strong fan support, Starks struggled to reach the main event scene in AEW before being sidelined for nearly a year.

  • Big E To Star In “F+” Movie With Randy Couture

    Big E has landed another movie role, this time teaming up with former UFC champion Randy Couture (The Expendables), Tommy Davidson (In Living Color), and Jennifer Esposito (Crash) in the family comedy F+.

    Deadline.com reported the news today. Premiere Entertainment Group has licensed North American rights to the project, while Swen Studios produced the film. The story follows a group of young teenagers who plan the perfect heist by breaking into their middle school to alter their failing test grades.

    Big E is joined in the cast by Wells Rappaport, Lily Jane, James Williams Jr., Lilly Tricano, and Cade Clark. Kenny Beaumont directed the film based on an original screenplay by Jonathan Davenport. Eli Lipnik produces for Swen Studios, with Jason M. Murphy producing for In The Dark Entertainment. Executive producers include Murray Lipnik, Amber Wilkins, Tim Wilkins, Dimiter Nikolov, Elias Axume, and Carlos Rincon for Premiere Entertainment.

    While Big E is primarily known for his successful WWE career, he has also ventured into acting. He appeared in Escape the Undertaker (2021), a Netflix interactive movie featuring Big E alongside his New Day teammates Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods as they attempt to survive a night in the Undertaker\’s haunted mansion.

    Big E reacted to the news by tweeting, “Blessed to be a part of this wonderful family film written by the absurdly talented @TheRealDavenpoe.” The former WWE Champion has been out of action since breaking his neck on SmackDown in March 2022.

  • WWE Superstar Transferred to SmackDown

    Another WWE star has switched brands as part of the company’s extended transfer window. Veteran talent R-Truth has been moved to the SmackDown brand, according to PWInsider. We haven\’t seen any public acknowledgement from WWE as of this writing, but he\’ll be on SmackDown going forward.

    This move reunites him with his former tag team partner, The Miz. Nearly a year ago, the duo won the Tag Team Titles at WrestleMania XL.

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    WWE introduced the transfer window program in late 2024, allowing for the general managers of Raw, SmackDown and NXT to negotiate the exchange of talent. Notable moves include Bayley, Grayson Waller, and Austin Theory transitioning from SmackDown to Raw, while Raw\’s Damian Priest, Drew McIntyre, and The Miz have moved to SmackDown. While stars like Roman Reigns, Kevin Owens, and Cody Rhodes have appeared on different brands, their transfers have yet to be officially confirmed.

    R-Truth returned to WWE in 2008 and has been a mainstay ever since. He has won the WWE United States Championship twice, the WWE Tag Team Championship twice (once with Kofi Kingston and once with The Miz), and the WWE 24/7 Championship a record 54 times.

  • First Look At Samoa Joe In “Twisted Metal” Season 2

    The Twisted Metal TV series, featuring AEW’s Samoa Joe as Sweet Tooth, is returning for a second season. Joe provides the physical performance for the character, while Will Arnett voices him.

    Based on the classic PlayStation game, the series stars Anthony Mackie, Tahj Vaughans, Stephanie Beatriz, Chelle Ramos, and Michael Carollo. A major addition to the cast is Anthony Carrigan (Barry, Gotham), who will portray Calypso, the enigmatic host of the Twisted Metal tournament.

    Peacock announced the renewal in December 2023, and production wrapped up in November, after which Joe returned to AEW programming. Now, the first look at Season 2 has been released, with a teaser trailer offering glimpses of the tournament and new characters, including Calypso.

    The new season is set to premiere this summer. The plot follows John Doe (Anthony Mackie) and Quiet (Stephanie Beatriz) as they navigate the chaos of the tournament, facing both new and familiar adversaries.

    Peacock has touted Twisted Metal as its most-binged original series in its first week and one of the platform’s top three original shows of all time after Season 1.

  • Big E: I Had Never Seen Anything Done Like The New Day’s Heel Turn

    Big E recently opened up about his return to WWE and the fan reactions surrounding his storyline with Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods. Speaking on X-Pod 97, the former WWE Champion shared his excitement over the moment, emphasizing its uniqueness in wrestling history.

    “I had never seen anything done like what we did in that ring before,” Big E said. “I can’t think of another turn that happened the way this one did. Ultimately, I’m really happy.”

    The storyline has reignited interest in The New Day, sparking intense discussions among fans. While some have embraced the direction, others have taken to social media with divided opinions. Big E acknowledged the passionate reactions, even joking about how his personal posts now draw unexpected commentary.

    “Now I got pro-Kofi and Woods trolls every time I post about Spider-Man,” he quipped.

    The New Day’s Legacy and Future Evolution

    Beyond the immediate fan reactions, Big E reflected on the evolution of The New Day and its place in WWE history. He emphasized the importance of change in the industry, noting that even successful acts must continue to grow.

    “In this industry, you have to evolve. Even when you find gold, you can’t just stay on the same path,” he explained. “Once people love you and you get the chants down, you can keep coasting—but then that’s all you are, you know what I mean?”

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    Despite their initial struggles, Big E remains proud of what he, Kingston, and Woods built together. He believes the latest developments have reignited excitement around his longtime partners, ensuring The New Day remains a central focus in WWE.

    “We were three guys trying to save our careers. But now, for better or worse, the wrestling world is talking about those two again. I feel like a fire has been reignited.”

    While Big E didn’t reveal specific plans for his own future, his comments suggest that his return could have lasting implications—not just for himself, but for the legacy of The New Day.

    Catch Big E\’s inteview on X-Pod 97 with Mega Ran:

  • New Matches Set For WWE NXT Vengeance Day

    Additional matches have been confirmed for the upcoming WWE NXT Vengeance Day event.

    Eddy Thorpe has challenged Trick Williams to a Strap Match at Vengeance Day, citing Williams\’ numerous opportunities compared to his own lack of recognition from Ava, Shawn Michaels, and the fans. This challenge follows weeks of Thorpe using a strap to attack Williams on NXT.

    Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer & Axiom) will defend their NXT Tag Team Championships against Josh Briggs & Yoshiki Inamura. Briggs & Inamura secured this title shot by defeating Hank Walker & Tank Ledger and the No Quarter Catch Crew (Myles Borne & Tavion Heights) on the February 11 episode of NXT.

    Additionally, Cora Jade has been added to the NXT Women’s Championship match, making it a Fatal 4-Way. Jade earned her spot by defeating Bayley on the February 11 episode of NXT, thanks to a distraction from Roxanne Perez, who disguised herself as “Hugger” Bayley. Taking advantage, Jade secured the victory with two Double-Arm DDTs, including one on the ringside floor. Following the match, NXT General Manager Ava made the Fatal 4-Way official.

    WWE NXT Vengeance Day 2025 takes place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the Entertainment & Sports Arena in Washington, D.C. The event will air live on Peacock, with the pre-show starting at 5 PM ET and the main card beginning at 6 PM ET.

    Updated WWE NXT Vengeance Day 2025 Card:

    • WWE NXT Championship: Oba Femi (c) vs. Grayson Waller vs. Austin Theory
    • NXT Women’s Championship Fatal 4-Way: Giulia (c) vs. Bayley vs. Roxanne Perez vs. Cora Jade
    • NXT Women’s North American Championship: Fallon Henley (c) vs. Stephanie Vaquer
    • Ethan Page vs. Je’Von Evans
    • Strap Match: Eddy Thorpe vs. Trick Williams
    • NXT Tag Team Championship: Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer & Axiom) (c) vs. Josh Briggs & Yoshiki Inamura

  • Jey Uso vs. GUNTHER Has Been Planned For A While

    WWE made it official on this week’s Monday Night Raw – Jey Uso will challenge GUNTHER at WrestleMania 41 for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. However, this matchup was not decided overnight.

    According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select, Uso’s Royal Rumble victory and GUNTHER’s selection as his opponent had been planned for quite some time—even before Saturday Night’s Main Event. The two last clashed at Saturday Night’s Main Event in January, where GUNTHER successfully retained his title in the main event.

    Uso secured his WrestleMania title opportunity by winning the 2025 Royal Rumble. During Raw, Uso was making his entrance and “yeeting” on the announce table when GUNTHER launched a surprise attack from behind. This led to a brawl before Uso officially announced their WrestleMania showdown.

    Despite having the option to challenge Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, Uso has opted to pursue GUNTHER’s title. Although not confirmed, reports suggest that John Cena is expected to win Elimination Chamber and go on to challenge Rhodes at WrestleMania 41. If successful, Cena would break the all-time record for most World Heavyweight Championship reigns.

    WrestleMania 41 will be a two-night event, taking place on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

  • Dave Bautista to Star in Dystopian Sci-Fi Thriller, \’Dreadnought\’

    Dave Bautista is set to star in a movie that will see him reunite with his Bushwick directors, Cary Murnion and Jonathan Milott, after finding success with the 2017 project. 

    Deadline reported today that the future WWE Hall of Famer will star in the dystopian thriller Dreadnought. Joseph Greenberg wrote it. The plot summary for \’Dreadnought\’ can be found below:

    “Max (Bautista), whose world was devastated when an alien species crash-landed on Earth, unleashing a deadly plague that claimed his wife and much of humanity. In the fragile society that remains, humans have learned to coexist with their extraterrestrial invaders. But for Max, survival isn’t enough.

    “His older daughter, Greta, is dying from the disease. As her body weakens, an alien Sentinel lurks outside their home, drawing nearer and nearer as Greta takes her final breaths. This silent, unyielding predator is on a mission to collect her body to fulfill an unstoppable metamorphosis ritual. The government sanctions it. Society accepts it. But Max refuses to have anything else taken from him.”

    Bautista’s breakout moment came when he was cast as Drax the Destroyer in Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy (2014). His portrayal of the literal-minded but lovable alien warrior won audiences over and showcased his comedic timing. Drax became a fan favorite, and Bautista reprised the role in subsequent Marvel films.

    Bautista\’s In The Lost Lands movie will hit theaters on March 7, 2025.