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Author: Andrew Ravens

  • IYO SKY Becomes #1 Contender To WWE Women’s World Title On Raw

    WWE is setting up a new rivalry on Monday Night Raw between Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan and IYO SKY!

    On this week’s episode of Raw, a new number one contender for the Women’s World Championship was crowned, with IYO SKY winning a battle royal to earn the title shot. Bianca Belair was the final competitor eliminated, marking an exciting finish to the match.

    Morgan has held the Women’s World Championship since May, after Rhea Ripley was forced to vacate the title due to an injury she sustained in a prior feud with Morgan. Although Ripley and Morgan were embroiled in a heated rivalry, that storyline has been paused for now due to Ripley’s injury.

    As of this writing, WWE has yet to announce an official date for the title bout between SKY and Morgan, though potential events include Survivor Series: WarGames on November 30 or Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 14.

  • Karl Anderson Undergoes Surgery

    Karl Anderson has confirmed that he recently underwent surgery and is now beginning his journey to recovery. In an Instagram post, Anderson shared a photo from his hospital bed, hooked up to cardiac monitoring equipment.

    The WWE star expressed gratitude for Dr. Dugas, the surgeon who performed the procedure, writing in the caption:

    \”Thanks to Dr. Dugas in Birmingham, Alabama, for fixing me. See you after #WrestleMania ? #WWE #wweraw. Details on this week’s #TalkNShop dropping Thursday a.m. Link in bio @talknshoppodcast. Monday Night Raw tonight! @wwe.\”

    Anderson, who forms one-half of the tag team known as The OC alongside Luke Gallows, has been absent from television since the September 24th episode of NXT, where they lost to Hank Walker and Tank Ledger. The duo also participated in a dark match at an NXT event in Chicago the following week.

    We wish Anderson a swift and full recovery.

  • Emma and Riddick Moss Reveal Gender Of Their Baby

    Emma and Riddick Moss are on their way to becoming parents. The couple, who announced in September that they were expecting their first child, shared today on Instagram that they\’re having a baby boy due in 2025.

    Emma added a heartfelt caption to her Instagram post:

    “Now we gotta think of names!!! ?

    Any suggestions? There’s one name that seems obvious based on the due date… Let’s see if someone guesses it ?

    Emma, who had two stints with WWE—first from 2011 to 2017 and later a brief return in 2022—was released from the company last year. Moss also parted ways with WWE in 2023 after a stop-and-start run that included a memorable pairing with Baron Corbin on SmackDown.

    Congratulations to the happy couple on this exciting news.

  • Mercedes Moné Pushes For AEW to Run an All-Women’s PPV

    Mercedes Moné was part of WWE’s historic first-ever all-women\’s pay-per-view event, and believes that AEW has more than enough talent to do the same.

    The original Evolution pay-per-view took place on October 28, 2018, at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York. Headlined by Nikki Bella vs. Ronda Rousey, the event featured Moné, who teamed with Bayley and Natalya to defeat The Riott Squad (Ruby Riott, Liv Morgan, and Sarah Logan) by pinfall.

    In a recent interview on the Battleground podcast with Tim Battle and Eli, Moné discussed the idea of a weekly, all-women\’s AEW television show. She praised AEW\’s roster, describing it as the best in women’s wrestling.

    \”Wow, a weekly show, absolutely. We have the talent, so why not? All Elite Women’s Wrestling? There you go. We have the best women’s wrestling. From Willow, Mariah May, Toni Storm, Serena Deeb, Kris Statlander, Kamille—there’s definitely an opportunity to have an all-women’s show every single week, so I don’t see why not,\” Moné said.

    Moné was also asked why she feels AEW could host its own all-women\’s pay-per-view, similar to WWE’s Evolution.

    \”Because we have the best women’s wrestlers. We have a roster full of talent and a long list of women that could make an all-women’s pay-per-view possible. I think it’s just a matter of giving the chance and opportunity. If Tony [Khan] sees that, I don’t see why we couldn’t have a women’s revolution here in AEW. It’s already happening; the women have been killing it every single week. I think an all-women’s pay-per-view here would be incredible,\” Moné stated.

  • Montez Ford: WWE Is My Dream Job, But It\’s Frustrating

    While Montez Ford is grateful to be a WWE star, he has openly expressed frustration with the ups and downs of his 2024 run. From his pairing with Bobby Lashley to losses alongside Angelo Dawkins as part of the Street Profits, this year has presented its share of challenges for Ford.

    In a recent interview with Mail Sport’s Lewis Browning, Ford shared his honest thoughts on his current WWE journey. “To say that everything is good would be a lie,” Ford admitted.

    “There’s always pleasure in doing what you love, what you admire, what you’ve dreamt of, and what you have passion for,\” he said. \”But it does get frustrating when you’re trying to accomplish something, and it feels like it’s either taking too long, or nothing’s happening.”

    Ford pointed out that it’s been four years since the Street Profits last held the Tag Team Championship. While he loves being part of WWE, he finds the booking decisions increasingly frustrating.

    “I’m not going to lie and say I don’t see the comments and reactions,” Ford shared. “I watch everything. We’re not in conversations about top tag teams, or anything wrestling-related beyond getting handled by The Bloodline, and that doesn’t sit well with me. So, while I’m living my dream, it’s as frustrating as it is rewarding.”

    Ford also noted the personal challenges of the past year, including the loss of his grandfather and Dawkins’s loss of his mother. Despite these setbacks, Ford remains focused on becoming a champion in WWE once again.

  • Liv Morgan Reveals New 5-Year WWE Contract

    Liv Morgan will be a WWE Superstar for many years to come. Morgan, born Gionna Daddio, joined WWE a decade ago in October 2014. She was initially discovered when a WWE-affiliated strength and conditioning coach saw her working at at Joe DeFranco\’s gym. She was on WWE television just a few months later and debuted at NXT Takeover: Rival in February 2015. She portrayed an enthusiastic fan who jumped the barricade to hug wrestler Tyler Breeze, and is now one of the biggest stars in the industry.

    Morgan appeared on Logan Paul\’s Impaulsive podcast this week, where spilled the news about her new longterm contract. Asked about her \”5-year plan,\” she replied:

    \”I just signed a new five-year deal, so my five-year plan is WWE.\”

    Morgan has enjoyed a breakout year, highlighted by feuds with Rhea Ripley and Becky Lynch. She won the vacant Women’s World Title at King and Queen of the Ring back in May, and has been at the center of one of WWE\’s most popular storylines.

    Unfortunately, her feud with Mami will be put on hold due to Ripley fracturing her orbital bone last week’s Raw. Morgan will battle Nia Jax this weekend in Saudi Arabia to determine the inaugural Women\’s Crown Jewel Champion.

    Watch Liv Morgan\’s interview with Logan Paul on Impaulsive right here:

  • Injured AEW Star Backstage At Dynamite

    AEW may soon be welcoming back one of its top stars after a lengthy absence. Wardlow was backstage at last night’s AEW Dynamite event from Cleveland\’s Wolstein Center, according to PWInsider. He was said to be \”looking healthy\” but there’s no official word on when he’ll return to television.

    Wardlow last competed on March 13 during an episode of Dynamite, where he faced then-AEW World Champion Samoa Joe in a match that ended in a referee stoppage.

    On the Stick to Wrestling Podcast, Matt Taven shared that Wardlow is dealing with a knee injury, noting that injuries can be unpredictable and that Wardlow is considering the best treatment plan to aid his recovery.

    Wardlow was previously sidelined after he challenged Samoa Joe for the TNT Title on the New Year’s Smash edition of AEW Dynamite on December 28, 2022 in a short match due to an injury. Throughout his time in AEW, whether it be due to injury or lack of creativity, Wardlow has fallen victim to inconsistent booking.

    We wish Wardlow a speedy and successful recovery.

  • Rhea Ripley Faces Extended Absence After Suffering Legitimate Injury on Raw

    Rhea Ripley made a special appearance on this week’s WWE NXT, where she addressed several stars in the women’s division, including ZARIA, who made her in-ring debut for the company. Prior to the main event, we saw a disturbing backstage scene of Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez armed with baseball bats, viciously attacking Mami.

    The camera followed as Ripley was found lying next to her car, showing a cut on her head with fake blood pouring from the wound. WWE later announced on Wednesday evening that due to the attack, Ripley had suffered a fractured right orbital socket.

    Rhea Ripley Update

    WWE frequently uses injury storylines to write talent off television for various reasons, such as allowing performers to recover from real injuries or focus on outside entertainment projects.

    According to the Wrestling Observer, Rhea Ripley is legitimately dealing with a fractured orbital bone and will be sidelined for the foreseeable future. Although she could potentially return in a non-physical role before being cleared for competition, WWE often opts to keep talent off-screen until they are fully recovered.

    How the Injury Occurred

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    The belief is that Rhea Ripley’s orbital bone was fractured on the October 21 episode of WWE Raw during a spot that involved her head-butting Liv Morgan.

    SEScoops wishes Rhea Ripley a full and speedy recovery.

  • Adam Cole Wins In-Ring Return, Malakai Black Feud Teased

    This week\’s AEW Dynamite: Fright Night edition saw Adam Cole back in action, taking on Buddy Matthews in his first match since breaking his ankle last year. Cole turned on MJF at Worlds End before taking a hiatus, only to return at Double or Nothing, where an in-ring confrontation with MJF led to Cole being written off TV again. Most recently, Cole returned at WrestleDream, this time fully medically cleared.

    Now, both Cole and Roderick Strong are competing to become the first man to win three consecutive matches, securing a shot at MJF at Full Gear. Cole emerged victorious in his match against Matthews, despite teasing that he might give up due to his ankle. After the match, he shook hands with Matthews, only for the lights to go out, revealing Malakai Black standing ominously in the ring.

    In a backstage promo following the match, Cole acknowledged Matthews\’s toughness as an opponent and hinted at Black’s interest in him. With humor, he commented that he’s being \”thrown into the fire\” — exactly how he likes it. Cole also addressed MJF directly, saying he doesn’t blame him for breaking his ankle or for being a poor friend who never checked on him. However, he does hold MJF responsible for pretending to be a friend in the first place, saying he always knew MJF would turn on him. Cole ran down MJF’s history of turning on allies, stating that MJF would be foolish to think he wouldn’t see it coming.

    Cole made it clear that he cares about AEW and is determined to face MJF at Full Gear, vowing to teach him a lesson in the ring. This potential showdown brings new layers to Cole and Malakai Black’s shared history; the two were known for their fierce rivalry in WWE’s NXT, where Black, formerly Aleister Black, defeated Cole in an Extreme Rules match at NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia on January 27, 2018. Both wrestlers were pivotal during NXT’s peak era.

  • Bobby Lashley Pushed To Get Bianca Belair In His Group With Street Profits

    Bobby Lashley attempted to recruit Bianca Belair to join his faction with the Street Profits (Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins) in WWE. In the summer of 2023, this faction received a renewed push on SmackDown.

    However, the group felt incomplete for many fans, with some believing it needed a female member to round it out. Since Belair is married to Ford, fans speculated that adding her would make sense and increase the faction’s star power.

    The group, portraying a heel edge, represented a fresh dynamic for Belair, who typically appeared as a face. While aligned, they feuded with factions such as the LWO and Final Testament. The faction was informally dubbed \”The Pride\” before WWE ultimately decided to split them up.

    While appearing on the Lame Guys Podcast, Lashley shared that they had lobbied to bring Belair into the group. He also praised her extensively, highlighting her skill and popularity.

    \”We were trying to get Bianca with them [Street Profits], too. She is so much of an inspiration for so many people that she can\’t (turn heel). Little girls absolutely love her, and rightfully so.

    Bianca is an absolute superstar. The acting part is fantastic. Her athletic ability in the ring, absolutely incredible. Her fire, everything about her. Her and Montez are a superstar couple. The best of the best.\”

    B-Fab ended up in the group. Earlier this year, Lashley departed WWE, and speculation suggests he may soon debut in AEW.

  • Dave Bautista to Star in \’Alpha Gang\’ Alongside Channing Tatum

    Dave Bautista is teaming up with an impressive lineup of A-listers for an exciting new movie project titled Alpha Gang. He will star alongside Channing Tatum, Steven Yeun, Zoë Kravitz, Léa Seydoux, and Riley Keough. Two-time Oscar winner Cate Blanchett is set to play the role of Alpha One, the alien leader, heading this unique ensemble.

    According to The Hollywood Reporter, the project will be pitched to international buyers at next week’s American Film Market in Las Vegas. CAA Media Finance is handling North American distribution rights.

    Blanchett and Coco Francini are producing the film through Dirty Films. Other producers include Gina Gammell for Felix Culpa, Ryan Zacarias for Fat City, Mary Aloe for Aloe Entertainment, and Andrea Bucko for Sugar Rush Pictures.

    The plot centers on a group of alien invaders who disguise themselves as a leather-clad biker gang from the 1950s, intent on conquering Earth. However, their ruthless plans are derailed when they encounter humanity’s most infectious trait: emotions.

    Bautista, a former WWE Champion, has recently starred in The Killer\’s Game and My Spy: The Eternal City.

  • AEW WrestleMax, Max Month Trademarks Filed

    Ahead of the debut of its programming on MAX, AEW has filed for several new trademarks.

    AEW recently entered a multi-year media rights deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, officially announced earlier this month. On October 25, AEW filed for trademark rights to terms including AEW WrestleMax, WrestleMax, and AEW Max Month with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The trademarks are filed under \”entertainment services,\” with the following description:

    “Entertainment in the nature of wrestling contests; Entertainment services in the nature of live wrestling performances; Entertainment services in the nature of production of wrestling programs and events; Entertainment services, namely, an ongoing multimedia program featuring wrestling distributed via various platforms across multiple forms of transmission media; Entertainment services, namely, production and distribution of ongoing television programs in the field of wrestling.”

    New Agreement

    The deal is valued at $555 million over three years, excluding revenue from pay-per-view (PPV) events. AEW PPVs will become available on MAX later in 2025 at a discounted price per event.

    While Dynamite and Collision will continue airing on TBS and TNT, AEW’s pay-per-view library will be added to MAX. However, it won’t launch with past AEW TV episodes on January 1st as previously anticipated.

  • Costco Guy AJ vs. QT Marshall Set For AEW Full Gear

    AEW has confirmed a new match for Full Gear, its upcoming pay-per-view event, featuring AJ Befumo—a former indie wrestling standout—returning to the ring to take on QT Marshall. Befumo, one of the breakout stars of 2024, will make his comeback during Full Gear’s pre-show. This follows his recent signing of a one-match deal with AEW, where he challenged Marshall to face him on the big stage.

    In a newly released promo, Marshall responded to Befumo’s challenge with a clear message: “You wanted to do this for free on the Zero Hour, in front of all your friends and family. Well, AJ, just because you think that New Jersey is your hometown — I got another thing coming for you,” Marshall said. “New Jersey, I was born. New Jersey, I was raised. And in New Jersey, at Full Gear, I’m going to beat you. I’m going to embarrass you. I’m going to prove to you that 20 years ago when you walked away from professional wrestling and passed the torch to me, QT Marshall, you made the absolute right decision. And I’m going to send you back to TikTok land. I’m going to embarrass you in front of your friends, your family, in front of Big Justice. Because, AJ, you’re going to bring the boom—but QT Marshall is going to bring the doom.”

    Background

    Befumo, who previously wrestled under the name Eric Justice, is now billed as \”Big Boom AJ\” for this bout. Known as the \”Costco Guys,\” AJ and his son Big Justice (Eric Befumo Jr.) have built a following by sharing videos of their Costco visits, enthusiastically showcasing their favorite food items.

    AEW Full Gear 2024 will take place on Saturday, November 23, from the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ.

  • “Jumanji 3” Starring The Rock Receives Release Date

    “Jumanji” fans can expect to jump back into the game this holiday season, as Sony has confirmed that “Jumanji 3” is slated for release on December 11, 2026. This pre-Christmas slot has been consistent for Sony’s entire “Jumanji” franchise.

    Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan are all in talks to reprise their roles, with director Jake Kasdan also expected to return to helm the project.

    The original “Jumanji” film, released in 1995 and starring Robin Williams and Kirsten Dunst, grossed $262.8 million worldwide. The franchise’s central plot revolves around four teenagers who are pulled into a magical video game, where they must work together to finish the game and escape.

    The 2017 remake of “Jumanji” proved incredibly popular, earning $962 million worldwide, including $404 million in the U.S. Its 2019 sequel, “Jumanji: The Next Level,” followed suit, amassing $801 million globally, with $320 million from U.S. audiences.

    In addition to “Jumanji 3,” Dwayne Johnson will star in the upcoming action-comedy “Red One,” directed by Kasdan. The film, also featuring Chris Evans, will premiere exclusively in theaters on November 15, 2024, before streaming on Amazon Prime. Other cast members include J.K. Simmons, Lucy Liu, Kiernan Shipka, Bonnie Hunt, Kristofer Hivju, Nick Kroll, Mary Elizabeth Ellis, and Wesley Kimmel.

  • Ricky Starks Makes Surprise Appearance At Glory Pro Wrestling Event

    Although Ricky Starks isn’t currently appearing for AEW, that didn’t stop him from making a surprise appearance at Glory Pro Wrestling on October 27th. Starks took out Sean Login with a powerful spear during Sunday\’s event.

    Following the spot, he delivered a promo, declaring that he doesn’t pass up “the opportunity of a lifetime.” This appearance is setting up Starks for a match against Kody Lane on November 24th.

    AEW Absence

    Starks hasn’t appeared in AEW programming for several months, leading to speculation that he may be preparing to leave the promotion for WWE when his contract expires. Despite rumors circulating on social media suggesting Starks is already a free agent, these claims have been debunked.

    Starks says he’s with AEW and under contract, but is not sure why he’s not being used.

    CEO Tony Khan recently praised Starks during an All Out media call, describing him as a valued and respected talent who remains under contract with AEW.

  • Kyle Fletcher Shows Off Fully Bald Look During Hilarious Weatherman Segment

    Kyle Fletcher isn’t fazed by change or showing off a bold new look on live television for the world to see. On Friday, the AEW star appeared on CBS 2 Iowa to promote Saturday’s AEW Collision in Grand Rapids, Iowa, where he revealed his freshly shaved head for the first time since Wednesday’s Dynamite.

    During the segment, Fletcher answered a range of questions before having some fun with the weather forecast, informing viewers of rapidly changing weather patterns in the greater Iowa area.

    Fletcher\’s New Side

    At WrestleDream, Fletcher shocked fans by turning on Will Ospreay, costing him the International Title in a triple-threat match with Ricochet and Konosuke Takeshita. Fletcher struck Ospreay with a screwdriver during the match, setting up the decisive moment. He followed up with a Tiger Driver to Ospreay after the match, cementing his betrayal.

    In his appearance on this week’s show, Fletcher explained his actions by shaving his head, a gesture meant to show his clear break from Ospreay’s influence.

  • Julia Hart: I’m Just Waiting On The Call From AEW

    AEW is set to welcome back another one of its stars, Julia Hart, who had been a key figure in the AEW women’s division before her absence. Hart has been off television since April, following her loss of the AEW TBS Championship to Willow Nightingale at AEW Dynasty.

    During an interview with Stephanie Chase, Brody King previously hinted that fans could expect Hart to return to action soon. Hart has also been dropping subtle hints about her comeback.

    Thus far in 2024, she holds a 6-3 record, with four of those bouts being TBS Title defenses. The speculation is over. During an appearance on Highspots Sign It Live, Hart confirmed that she is indeed ready for her return.

    \”I am ready. I\’m just waiting for the call. Who knows when I\’ll pop up,\” Hart shared.

    As of this writing, there is no official word on when exactly Hart will return or what AEW has planned for her when she does. With Hart being back in the fold, she has matches with the likes of TBS Champion Mercedes Mone, Kamille, and Women\’s Champion Mariah May waiting for her.

  • Cody Rhodes: WrestleMania 41 Main Event Is Going To Be Unexpected

    Cody Rhodes defeated Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 40 earlier this year, setting the stage for a potential showdown with The Rock at WrestleMania 41 in 2025. The rivalry gained more traction when The Rock returned at Bad Blood, following a tag team match where Reigns and Rhodes overcame Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa. The Rock counted to three before leaving the arena, teasing further a future match in a live promo on Instagram.

    Recently, rumors have surfaced about WWE\’s plans for WrestleMania 41. Instead of a one-on-one match between Rhodes and The Rock, WWE might be considering a different path: a triple threat match involving Rhodes, Rock, and Reigns at WrestleMania 41.

    Rumor Addressed

    While appearing on Vegas Revealed, Rhodes was asked about the rumored triple threat match. He addressed the speculation, saying, \”There are so many rumors circulating. It eats up the social feed, all the different rumors of what the matches might be. The hardest thing to do in WWE, sports entertainment, and pro wrestling in general is not to win [the WWE Title]; the hardest thing to do is main event WrestleMania. I don\’t care what the rumor is, as long as the rumor is I\’m in the main event of WrestleMania. I\’m good with it.\”

    Rhodes went on to tease that fans should expect the unexpected: \”What I can say for those who keep an eye on the rumors, I bet you what they get at WrestleMania 41 is unexpected even to them. Even the diehards who feel like they have their finger on the pulse—this one is going to be tough. This one is going to be unexpected but in the best of ways.”

    WrestleMania 41 will be a two-night event on April 19 and 20, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Before that, Rhodes will face GUNTHER for the Crown Jewel Title at WWE\’s upcoming premium live event next Saturday.

  • Becky Lynch To Appear At Vulture Festival During WWE Hiatus

    Becky Lynch has been enjoying her personal life, spending time at home with her young daughter while taking a break from WWE. However, she is set to return to the spotlight for a rare public appearance next month.

    Vulture Festival has announced that Lynch, appearing under her real name Rebecca Quin, will take part in an event on November 17th at 7 PM in Hollywood, CA.

    According to the promotional material, the event will feature \”a conversation about her recent memoir Becky Lynch: The Man: Not Your Average Average Girl. We’ll look back on her legendary career — from her early days grinding on the road to being part of the first-ever women’s match to main event WrestleMania — and just maybe get a glimpse at what The Man has in store for us next.\”

    WWE Exit

    Earlier this year, Lynch did not renew her contract with WWE after winning the Women’s World Title. She concluded her run with the company in late May, passing the torch to Liv Morgan at the King and Queen of the Ring Premium Live Event, where she dropped the Women’s Title. To further elevate Morgan as the next big star on Monday Night Raw, Lynch put her over again in a steel cage match two nights later on Raw.

    While Lynch is expected to return to WWE at some point, there have been no updates on her status or a specific timeline for her comeback. However, WWE continues to list her on the active talent roster.

  • AEW Dynamite Preview: Ladder War Match

    Tonight’s edition of AEW Dynamite will air live on TBS at 8/7c from the Maverik Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. The show promises an exciting lineup, headlined by a WrestleDream rematch, as ROH World Champion Mark Briscoe once again puts his title on the line against Chris Jericho. This time, the two will face off in a Ladder War match following Briscoe’s victory over Jericho earlier this month at WrestleDream.

    Sammy Guevara also returns to action after missing several weeks due to a concussion. He’s set to square off against Shelton Benjamin, who made an impressive in-ring debut for AEW last week with a win over Lio Rush. Additionally, The Elite (Young Bucks and Jack Perry) will take on Daniel Garcia & Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) in a highly anticipated trios match.

    Matches and Segments:

    • ROH World Champion Mark Briscoe defends against Chris Jericho in a Ladder War match
    • The Elite (Young Bucks and Jack Perry) vs. Daniel Garcia & Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy)
    • Sammy Guevara vs. Shelton Benjamin
    • Kamille vs. Queen Aminata
    • House of Black in action
    • Hook confronts Taz’s attacker(s)
    • We’ll hear from Kyle Fletcher

    Don’t miss out on this stacked edition of AEW Dynamite!

  • DELTA Receives New Ring Name, To Make WWE NXT Debut At Halloween Havoc

    DELTA is set to make her highly anticipated WWE NXT debut this Sunday at the Halloween Havoc event in Hershey, PA, hosted at the GIANT Center. WWE confirmed her arrival during Tuesday’s episode of NXT, where they officially revealed her new ring name: ZARIA. Though the company has not yet announced her opponent for the event, fans have been eagerly awaiting her in-ring debut following a series of vignettes hyping her introduction.

    DELTA’s Background

    DELTA entered the wrestling scene in late December 2020 and quickly made a name for herself. She predominantly wrestled for Riot City Wrestling. During her time there, she achieved notable success, capturing the Women\’s, Heavyweight, Grand, and Tag Team Championships.

    Her impressive performances earned her a contract with WWE after a standout tryout during Elimination Chamber Week earlier this year. DELTA completed her wrestling commitments in Australia in July before officially joining WWE.

    The Halloween Havoc Premium Live Event is expected to be headlined by NXT Champion Trick Williams, who will defend his title against Ethan Page in a Devil\’s Playground Match.

  • Braun Strowman Injury: Update Following Raw Setback

    Braun Strowman has found himself sidelined following a Last Monster Standing match against Bronson Reed on a recent episode of WWE Raw. During the bout, Reed delivered a superplex to Strowman, causing the ring to collapse. This set the stage for Seth Rollins\’ return, as he emerged to hit Reed with a stomp on the steel steps. As a result, Strowman picked up the win.

    However, reports soon emerged that Strowman had sustained an injury during the match, believed to be a torn groin. Strowman later confirmed the nature of the injury himself.

    Injury Update

    The WWE Raw star provided an update in an interview with The Schmo over the weekend, where he served as an honorary starter at a NASCAR playoff race in Las Vegas. Strowman shared that he is still undergoing rehab to recover from his injury.

    “Well, they call me the Monster of All Monsters for a reason [laughs],” Strowman said when asked how he’s managing to stay active despite the torn groin. “It’s unfortunate, but that’s part of the job. We know we’re not signing up for water polo or ballet, so things happen in our sport. The show goes on, and you’ve got to suck it up and get it done.”

    Strowman mentioned that while he has been off for the past few weeks, he is continuing his rehabilitation. \”I’m flying back to Orlando to get more rehab this week, then next week we’re in Hershey, PA, before heading to Saudi Arabia for the big one [Crown Jewel].”

    We wish him a speedy recovery.

  • Details on Chris Jericho\’s Next Film “Dark Match” Coming In January 

    Chris Jericho’s next Hollywood project, Dark Match, is slated for release on Friday, January 31, 2025. This wrestling-themed action-horror film was one of several exciting titles announced by Shudder during the New York Comic Con.

    Dark Match was first announced in December 2022 and is directed by Lowell Dean. The film boasts a star-studded cast, including Ayisha Issa (Transplant), Steven Ogg (The Walking Dead, Westworld), Sara Canning (The Vampire Diaries), Michael Eklund (The Call), and Jonathan Cherry (Goon).

    Produced by John K. MacDonald, Don Depoe, Michael Feehan, Rhonda Baker, and Michael Peterson, with executive producers Eleanor Wiebe and Chris Jericho, Dark Match promises to thrill action and horror fans alike.

    The official synopsis reads: \”A small-time wrestling company accepts a lucrative gig in a remote, backwoods town, only to discover that the community is controlled by a mysterious cult leader with sinister plans for their match.\”

    Jericho, already well-known for his role in the Terrifier movies, is seeing continued success with Terrifier 3, which has grossed nearly $30 million since its debut on October 11, 2024.

  • Roman Reigns, Randy Orton & MCMG Set for Tonight\’s SmackDown

    Tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown broadcasts live on at 8/7c on the USA Network from the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina.

    Two weeks out from Crown Jewel on Saturday, Nov. 2, SmackDown will feature the highly anticipated arrival of the Motor City Machine Guns, the final chapter of Andrade and Carmelo Hayes\’ Best of 7 series, plus appearances by Roman Reigns and Randy Orton.

    Matches and Segments

    • Motor City Machine Guns vs. Los Garza. Chris Sabin & Alex Shelley will make their WWE in-ring debuts after weeks of teaser vignettes hyping their arrival.
    • Carmelo Hayes vs. Andrade (Match 7). This final match determine the winner of their intense best-of-seven series.
    • Randy Orton is scheduled to appear and will address Kevin Owens\’ recent attack.
    • Roman Reigns will also be on hand, ensuring more developments in he and Jimmy Uso\’s ongoing conflict with The Bloodline.

    What Happened Last Week

    Last week’s Oct. 11 episode of WWE SmackDown featured several solid matches and developments, including LA Knight successfully defending the U.S. Championship against Carmelo Hayes, with Andrade’s presence teasing a potential future Triple Threat.

    Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill defended their tag titles, while Naomi defeated Nia Jax (with help), building more tension between Liv Morgan and Nia ahead of their upcoming showdown. Kevin Owens further solidified his heel turn with multiple ambushes, and Solo Sikoa defeated Jimmy Uso in the main event after Bloodline interference.

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  • WWE Star Pushes For Women’s Fight Pit Match 

    WWE NXT star Lola Vice has expressed her desire for the company to bring back a unique match concept. During an appearance on The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Vice revealed that she wants to compete in the Fight Pit match, a stipulation introduced in 2020 but last held in 2022.

    \”I would want to be in the first-ever women’s Fight Pit match. That’s on my bucket list.\”

    – Lola Vice

    Vice’s Opponent Wish List

    Vice also named several potential opponents she\’d like to face in the Fight Pit, including Jaida Parker, Stephanie Vaquer, and Giulia. Vice recently competed on the October 15 edition of WWE NXT, where she suffered a loss to Nikkita Lyons.

    The Fight Pit match has only taken place three times in WWE history. The inaugural match featured Timothy Thatcher against Matt Riddle on an episode of NXT. Thatcher returned for a second Fight Pit match, this time against Tommaso Ciampa, also on NXT.

    The third and most recent Fight Pit occurred at Extreme Rules 2022, with Riddle facing Seth Rollins. UFC legend Daniel Cormier served as the special guest referee for that match.