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Author: Bishal Roy

  • Chris Jericho Return Confirmed for This Week\’s AEW Dynamite

    AEW veteran star Chris Jericho is set to make his return on this Wednesday\’s edition of AEW Dynamite against CMLL\’s Atlantis Jr.

    AEW has built a working relationship with CMLL recently and AEW has featured several stars from the Mexican promotion. Atlantis is one of CMLL’s legendary stars, and he has competed around the world. He has held various titles in the promotion. He is a five-time CMLL World Tag Team Champion, a four-time CMLL World Trios Champion, and a two-time World Light Heavyweight Champion.

    Now, his son, Atlantis Jr., who is the reigning NWA World Historic Light Heavyweight Champion and one-third of the CMLL World Trios Champions will be making an appearance on Dynamite.

    Chris Jericho set to return

    Jericho will be making his return to the ring for the first time since the February 7 Dynamite. On the Wednesday, February 28 episode of Dynamite, Jericho will compete under his “Lionheart” gimmick and face Atlantis Jr. as announced by AEW President Tony Khan on Tuesday. 

    The legendary Atlantis will be in his son\’s corner for the match. Khan noted that Jericho and Atlantis teamed together in CMLL more than 30 years ago:

    TOMORROW

    Huntsville, AL Wednesday Night #AEWDynamite TBS, 8pm ET/7pm CT

    Atlantis Jr vs \”Lionheart\” Chris Jericho

    Over 30 years after @Atlantis_CMLL\’s tag team with Corazon de Leon, he\’ll be in his son\’s corner vs his former partner when Atlantis Jr fights @IAmJericho

    TOMORROW

    Meanwhile, it has been announced that Kris Statlander & Skye Blue will square off for the third time on the show as well. Skye Blue had issued a challenge for a rubber match on last week\’s Rampage and Statlander has accepted. Tony Khan has also announced on social media on Tuesday that the third match between Statlander & Blue has been made official for this week\’s Dynamite.

  • CM Punk Wants His Dog Larry In The Next WWE 2K Game

    CM Punk has an amusing wish involving his pet dog, Larry. 

    Fans are aware that WWE 2K24 is available for pre-order now. CM Punk has been missing from WWE video games for nearly a decade. However, things are changing with this year following his return last year. Fans would be eager to buy the season pass as it the DLC content for WWE 2K24 will include not only CM Punk but other stars such as Jade Cargill, Pat McAfee, Post Malone, the Dudley Boyz, DDP, Carlito, Mr. Perfect and Lex Luger.

    CM Punk recently spoke about his absence from the WWE 2K24, and said that fans want him in the game as they have been vocal about the matter. WWE 2K24 announced during last night\’s Raw that CM Punk will be a part of the downloadable content for the new game.

    CM Punk made an appearance in a video in one of 2K\’s hype posts about this announcement and said that WWE have heard their voices and now he will be a part of the game. 

    CM Punk advocates for Larry to be included in next WWE game

    Punk went on to acknowledge the success and also took his Instagram stories to advocate another campaign for his beloved dog, Larry to include him in the next WWE 2K video game installment.

    “Next time we will get Larry in the game !!! @wwegames.\”

    WWE 2K24 includes a playable version of a Cody Rhodes action figure in the game. WWE 2K24 will have three editions: Deluxe, Forty Years of WrestleMania, and Standard. These will release globally on March 8, 2024. 

  • Chad Gable Opens Up On Seeking Advice from Randy Orton During Difficult Times in WWE

    The Alpha Academy member Chad Gable recently spoke about receiving valuable advice from WWE veteran star Randy Orton during the former\’s low points in the company. 

    Randy Orton has cemented his status as a seasoned veteran in WWE. Orton\’s decorated career has spanned over two decades and has continued to perform at the highest level. Throughout his tenure, he\’s performed in various eras, evolving his character and in-ring style over the years. Orton\’s longevity speaks volumes about his legacy and \’The Viper\’ has consistently delivered compelling performances and engaging storylines. His several championship reigns and iconic rivalries further solidify his status as a cornerstone of WWE.

    The Alpha Academy was involved in a storyline with RK-Bro (Randy Orton & Matt Riddle) back in 2022. Back in the day, Riddle & Randy were WWE Raw Tag Team Champions, while Gable & Otis were aiming to claim the titles. 

    Speaking with TV Insider, Chad Gable was asked if he would look for advice, which star he would approach. He revealed that it would be none other than Randy Orton. The Alpha Academy member highlighted that given Orton\’s experience, he is the right man to get feedback from. He said:

    \”I would say, Randy Orton. I don’t try to bother people too much with questions, especially when you know the answer to questions you may ask. But there are a few things I’ve struggled with during my time here and Randy has been a guy I ask to get actual thoughts and feedback from. He has been through it all and knows pretty much anything. I’ve always reached out to him. He gives me the answers that resonate and are truthful.\”

    With WrestleMania 40 approaching soon, Chad Gable is eyeing to capture the WWE Intercontinental Championship. Last year, Gable had brutal bouts with Gunther, who went on to become a record-breaking champion. However, his pursuit of the title didn\’t bring any success.

    Now, Gable is trying to get another shot at the title. Last night on Raw, Gable spoke to WWE Raw General Manager Adam Pearce for another shot at the title. Gable clarified that his daughter had cried after last year\’s loss and he wants to exact revenge on \’The Ring General.\’

    We will have to wait and see if Chad Gable gets an opportunity to face Gunther at WrestleMania 40. 

  • Randy Orton Furious At Man Using RKO To Attack Strangers: Send Him To Prison

    WWE legend Randy Orton is furious with a video clip that is going around on social media. 

    Randy Orton\’s has a unique move-set and it includes RKO which is synonymous with his name. The lightning-fast cutter which he executes out of nowhere, catches his opponents off guard and has won him several championships in his decorated career. He\’s hit the move in some of the most unexpected ways on several occasions, scripting iconic moments in WWE. 

    Orton Responds to the RKO Attacker

    A few years back, Orton hitting the RKO became a popular meme on the internet and the fans started dropping hilarious edited clips of him hitting his finisher. 

    Now, a video has surfaced on Twitter/X which caught the attention of Randy Orton himself and it features a fan hitting RKO on random strangers. In one of the ridiculous developments, the man even executed the move on disabled people. 

    \’The Viper\’ was furious when he took note of the clip and stated that the man needs to be hit with Orton\’s popular Punt Kick to the head and should be put in prison for assault.

    \”Bring the punt kick back and give him a good ol case of CTE ya later plus 5 years in prison for assault.\”

    Randy Orton\’s Punt Kick

    The Punt Kick reference is related to the devastating finishing move the Viper used during the late 2000\’s when he was a ruthless heel establishing himself as the legend we know him as today. 

    Orton He targeted the head of a grounded opponent and delivered a devastating kick similar to a punt in American football. However, the move was banned due to its high risk of giving the superstars a concussion.

    Orton recently competed in the Elimination Chamber match at the namesake premium live event that took place last weekend in Perth, Australia. The match was won by Drew McIntyre who will be challenging Seth Rollins for the WWE World Heavyweight title at WrestleMania 40.

  • The Undertaker Reveals What Could Have Extended His WWE Career

    WWE Hall of Famer The Undertaker seemingly wanted to carry on with his in-ring career for a few more years. But he couldn\’t. Well, what if he got a tour bus sooner?

    The Undertaker is an iconic figure in WWE and has carved an unparalleled legacy spanning over three decades. Making his debut in 1990, his ominous presence and legendary streak at WrestleMania captivated the fans worldwide. 

    Throughout his illustrious career, he held multiple world championships and was embroiled in memorable rivalries. His retirement in 2020 marked the end of an era and received a farewell with a cinematic match against AJ Styles at WrestleMania 36. \’The Phenom\’ has certainly left an indelible impact in the pro wrestling world.

    Over the last few decades, pro wrestling world has seen major shifts in the culture and The Undertaker has seen it all. He has now spoken candidly about the introduction of tour buses for the WWE Superstars.

    The Undertaker feels the tour buses could have helped in extending his WWE run

    Speaking on his Six Feet Under podcast, The Undertaker talked about how much the service of tour buses has increased longevity for WWE Superstars.

    \”There\’s a lot of talent buses, you got crew buses. Hell, there\’s 30 semis full of their sets,\” said Undertaker.

    Reflecting about his own time on a tour bus, Taker said that most of that was for after his matches to take better care of himself. \’The Phenom\’ stated that he believes he would have had higher quality matches and lasted longer as a full-time performer if he had taken more care of himself.

    \”I would have had higher quality matches, I would have I think I mean, even I lasted for as long as I did. I think I might have even lasted longer if I had been able to take that kind of care of myself. The struggle for me those last seven-eight years, it was just health. There was nothing really that happened or could happen that I didn\’t feel I had a grasp on how to handle it or how to make it work. That part was second nature at that point, but physically trying to perform and keep myself at a level where I could perform.\”

    Undertaker went on to poke fun that if he had a few more nights of sleep in the 90s, he might have been performing, perhaps at a high level. He said:

    \”If I got on the bus sooner, and maybe slept a few more nights in the 90s? Hell, I might be still wrestling right now. Yeah, at a high level,\” he joked. \”It would have helped, but the 90s, I started in a hole.\”

    The Undertaker currently performs 1 deadMAN show where he is seen in an intimate setting and shares never-before-heard stories followed by taking questions from the WWE Universe in attendance.

  • Rhea Ripley: I\’m glad I can be the Chyna of this generation

    WWE Women\’s World Champion Rhea Ripley is glad that she is part of the WWE Women\’s division that WWE legend Chyna helped in building.

    Late WWE Hall of Famer Chyna was one of the most dominant female superstars of WWE. She had carved the pathway for female wrestlers to compete against men, and surely, Rhea Ripley is carrying on that legacy. \’The Eradicator\’ has been on an unstoppable run as the Women\’s World Champion and looks far from stopping anytime soon. It seems that her next aim would be to step into the men\’s division. She has been vocal about having more intergender matches in WWE. She has even named her male dream opponents.

    In the late 90s, Chyna was part of the iconic faction Degeneration X, alongside Shawn Michaels and Triple H. Similarities can be drawn as Ripley is currently part of The Judgment Day.

    Chyna was the first woman to ever participate in the Men\’s Royal Rumble and also competed in the men\’s King of the Ring tournament. Interestingly, she is the only woman to hold the WWE Intercontinental Championship, a title currently held by Gunther. Will Rhea Ripley achieve a similar feat in the future? 

    Rhea Ripley comments on leading the women\’s division

    \”To win a men\’s title would be absolutely incredible,\” Ripley said via ESPN. \”Because of my position in The Judgment Day, I get to mingle with the guys a lot more. Obviously, there are so many females in our division that are capable of doing what I\’m doing. They just don\’t have the opportunities to do it where I get to be the only female in a group of men, which is so wild.

    \”And to be the muscle for that group as well, it\’s absolutely insane. It\’s cool to be a part of what Chyna was doing for the women\’s division as well. So, I\’m glad I can be the Chyna of this generation while still being Rhea Ripley.\”

    Rhea Ripley is set to defend her title against Nia Jax in the headlining clash at WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth on February 24.

  • Mustafa Ali Delivers Emotional Promo After Winning Gold At TNA No Surrender

    What a way to kick off his run in TNA Wrestling! Mustafa Ali made his in-ring debut for the promotion and immediately made a major impact. Mustafa Ali has bagged the X-Division title at TNA No Surrender in New Orleans.

    Ali was released from WWE in September 2023 after the launch of TKO Group Holdings. After the 90-day non-compete clause expireed, Ali announced that he had a stacked lineup of bookings in the indies and turned his sights on the rebranded TNA Wrestling.

    Ali has been busy competing both domestically and abroad, making appearances for GCW, Defy, RevPro, PROGRESS and others. He is also set to make his NJPW debut in April in a match against Hiroshi Takahashi.

    Mustafa Ali defeats Chris Sabin

    In a highly-anticipated match, Ali prevailed over Chris Sabin in the main event of No Surrender and it marked the first time an X-Division match headlining one of their specials since 2005\’s Unbreakable.

    In the final moments of the highly competitive match, Ali evaded an avalanche Cradle Shock attempt and counted by hitting a sunset bomb followed by his finisher 450 splash to pick up the win.

    It\’s worth noting that this title win marks Ali\’s first singles title in a major promotion. With the win, Ali put an end to Sabin\’s 10th run with the championship that started at last September\’s Impact 1000. During his title reign, he successfully defended his title three times. 

    Following the show, TNA posted a clip on social media in which Mustafa Ali addressed the crowd. Here is what he said:

    “This is my first major championship in 20 years. I mean this, whether you love me or hate me, whether you support the campaign or wish for my demise, it has been a pleasure and an honor to compete inside a TNA ring. I have been all over the world. I have wrestled the very best, the very best wrestlers in the world, and by far, that locker room right there, that show tonight in front of all of you, is by far the best locker room I have ever seen. Thank you, good night, and remember, that in Ali, we trust,\” Ali said.

    Well, it seems that Mustafa Ali is scheduled with TNA through late-March as part of five additional dates that include March\’s Sacrifice streaming special and several TV tapings. It has come to light that he will take on Kevin Knight during Saturday\’s TV taping in New Orleans.

    We will have to wait and see how his title run pans out.

  • Saraya Announces New AEW Signing During Rampage

    AEW star Saraya recently made an important announcement during this week\’s AEW Rampage. She revealed that her brother Zak Knight has signed with AEW.

    Saraya had been endorsing her brother to wrestle in AEW last year. Ahead of the December 20 episode of AEW Dynamite, AEW President Tony Khan gave Knight his opportunity. He went on to make his in-ring debut for ROH in a match that aired on the December 28 Ring of Honor TV episode last year. He also wrestled for the company twice in January, with matches airing on the January 11 show, and the January 25 episode.

    Now, he is officially a part of the AEW roster as per Saraya.

    Saraya announces signing of Zak Knight

    During Friday\’s AEW Rampage, the former AEW Women\’s World Champion introduced her brother, who is an independent wrestling veteran Zak Knight and stated that he has inked a deal with Tony Khan\’s company.

    In a backstage promo with Harley Cameron & Renee Paquette, Saraya presented Knight and said that they come from wrestling royalty in the United Kingdom. She stated that she had planned to set Ruby Soho up with her brother before Soho paired up with Angelo Parker. However, Knight did not speak in the promo segment.

    On a related note, the movie \”Fighting with My Family,\” was based on Saraya\’s life in pro wrestling. The movie was released in 2019. Also, the 2012 documentary \”The Wrestlers: Fighting with My Family,\” followed Saraya\’s career and journey to WWE while also showing her brother Zak failed to make it to the same level. 

    We will have to wait and see what\’s in store for Zak Knight, now that he has joined AEW.

  • From Getting Bullied to Becoming A Powerhouse: John Cena On How Workout Helped Him Find \”new pathways in life\”

    WWE legend John Cena has become one of the most prominent figures in the world mostly due to his storied career in WWE. His incredible physique and strength have been on display and his accolades make him one of the greatest to ever grace the ring.

    Cena, a 16-time World Champion is certainly a powerhouse but he has had the figure while growing up. He has revealed that he was bullied as a child and picked up training to become a muscle man which he is today.

    John Cena talks about his weight training journey

    Cena had found his passion in workout and it helped him to seek and gain a degree in exercise science and kinesiology from Springfield College in Western Massachusetts. But growing up in his hometown, \’The Leader of Cenation\’ was bullied a lot. 

    Speaking with Howard Stern, John Cena revealed that he picked up the weights at the age of 13 and never looked back. Over the years he focused on training and during his high school days, he realized that the hard work paid off for him. He said:

    “I was getting beat up every day. I didn’t always look like this. I was a small, scrawny kid. I had my dad buy me a weight set to be at home and I just started on my weights at home every day without fail,” Cena recalled. “Because I was getting beat up, I didn’t exactly have a huge social circle, so I had a lot of time to myself.”

    He added that the coaches took notice and even wanted him to join the football team. Cena added: 

    “Three-and-a-half years of working out in the prime of adolescence, and eating well, started to show its yield. It kind of helped me get new pathways in life.”

    Though he was all buffed up, Cena never beat up his old bullies and he never will.

    “That would be very costly today — that’s a poor management decision,” he said with a laugh.

    As Cena became more muscular, many questions surrounded him of using potentially using steroids. He recently cleared the air regarding the matter. Read about it below:

  • Billy Jack Haynes To Face Arraignment After Being Released From Hospital

    We have an update on former WWE star Billy Jack Haynes following a fatal shooting that took place earlier this month.

    Haynes was arrested after cops were called to his home in the Lents neighborhood of Portland. After the gunfire, authorities were called. Haynes \”eventually came out\” of the house and was taken into custody following a lengthy confrontation with the offices. 

    Haynes was brought into prison two hours later. During the standoff, everyone in his neighborhood was told to stay inside their homes. Although the identity of those involved were not disclosed in the initial reports, it was later claimed that Billy Jack Haynes was the one arrested and that Janette Becraft, his wife, was the one discovered dead, purportedly as a result of a shooting.

    Haynes is still in the hospital and he hasn\’t been formally detained or prosecuted in connection with his wife\’s death.

    Billy Jack Haynes yet to be charged

    Reports have emerged that Haynes will be charged with the murder, but they are going to be filed the moment he is discharged from the hospital. He is currently in at a local hospital where he is receiving medical attention.

    PW Insider reported: 

    \”Charges are forthcoming once Haynes is released and can be booked into jail and face arraignment.\”

    Haynes had been a massive popular star in the Portland territory and worked with the WWF/E in the late 1980s, in WCW (under as mask as Black Blood) as well as in Florida, World Class Championship Wrestling. Other promotions include Jim Crockett Promotions, New Japan, and other territories.

    Haynes departed WWF in early 1988 under some controversy. It is claimed that Haynes quit the WWF after declining to do a job in his hometown of Portland, Oregon. Another version of his exit states that he wrestled the match and agreed to the finish but he was fired afterward.

    We will keep you updated when more details of the situation emerge.

  • Randy Orton Feels He\’s In Prime of His Career Post-Surgery

    WWE Superstar Randy Orton believes he\’s currently in the prime of his career, even after being in the business for more than two decades.

    Randy Orton, one of the greatest superstars in WWE, boasts multiple championships and accolades. As a 14-time world champion, he has cemented his legacy as a mainstay in WWE history. Orton\’s unparalleled talent, combined with his ability to evolve with the industry, solidifies his status as one of WWE\’s most decorated superstars. 

    Over the years \’The Viper\’ has dealt with his several injuries which have put him on the shelf for months at a time but made his return every time. However, he underwent back surgery in the summer of 2022 which put his wrestling future up in the air. The procedure was serious enough that retirement seemed to be a possibility. But, he managed to battle through it and made a triumphant return at WWE Survivor Series last year.

    Randy Orton:  I\’m smack-dab in the middle of my prime 

    Randy Orton recently joined in for an interview with Bleacher Report and spoke about the possibly considering retirement prior to the surgery. MRI results showed that there was an good amount of degeneration in his back as well as stenosis on the lower spine and slipped disc. 

    He concluded that no shot was going to help him and that spinal fusion was his only option.
    Orton also revealed that he dealt with persistent pain after damaging his back in the ring between 2010 and 2020. Here is what he said:

    \”The surgery was a success. I put on 30 pounds of muscle, purely because of my change in diet and the fact that I was able to train differently and areas I had to leave alone for such a long time. My body really reacted. I feel, at 275 pounds, I\’m the weight that I should be, so I feel great now.

    I feel like I got a new lease on life that, at 43, I can honestly say I\’m smack-dab in the middle of my prime. Some people might roll their eyes at that statement after 24 years in the business, but that\’s how I feel. Never in my 30s was I feeling this durable or as pain-free as am I now. I\’ve got a new outlook and I don\’t want to take a second for granted because I realized how quickly it can all be taken away because it almost was.\”

    Randy Orton is set to compete against Drew McIntyre, Bobby Lashley, LA Knight, Kevin Owens and Logan Paul in the Elimination Chamber match for a World Heavyweight Championship match at WrestleMania 40.

    The 2024 Elimination Chamber event will take place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Optus Stadium in the Perth, Australia. The show will start at 5:00 AM EST, and keep an eye on SEScoops for the coverage of the show.

  • Nick Hogan Court Hearing Date For DUI Arrest Revealed

    Nick Hogan (real name Nick Bollea) was arrested for DUI in November last year. It has now come to light that his court hearing will be taking place this Friday, February 22.

    Nick, WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan\’s son was arrested on the morning of November 18, 2023, at 4 AM in Clearwater, FL. It took place following his return home from a bikini contest at his father’s restaurant. Reports suggested that he refused to submit to a breathalyzer test after being taken into custody.

    Per the arrest report, Bollea’s 2021 Dodge Ram approached a traffic stop that was set up by officers. He was signaled to pull over but Nick did not vacate the lane or reduce his speed. 

    Cops caught him driving 51 mph in a 40 mph zone. He showed signs of impairment, having a strong odor of alcohol, swaying balance, and bloodshot, glassy eyes. In field sobriety tests, he did not fare well. 

    Police bodycam footage showed Nick Hogan initially denying alcohol consumption and then blaming the scent of alcohol on kissing his girlfriend, who had been drinking. Nick\’s father, Hulk Hogan, was also seen making his way to the scene after Nick was stopped. 

    Nick Hogan is set for court hearing on 2/23

    As per Mike Johnson of PW Insider, Nick Hogan is scheduled for a pre-trial hearing Friday at 9:30 AM in Pinellas County Court in Florida. The hearing was originally set for 1/17 but had been delayed. 

    On December 21 last year, Nick Hogan\’s attorneys had filed a motion which requested permission for him to enter venues serving alcohol to perform his occupational duties as a DJ. It\’s worth noting that this plea came in after a court order prohibited him from frequenting such establishments as a condition of his release. Now, the court has yet to rule on the motion.

    We will have to wait and see what the future holds for Nick Hogan.

  • Watch: Hangman Page Confirms Foot Injury \”Is Bad\” In Post AEW Dynamite (2/21) Footage

    Former AEW World Champion Hangman Page sustained an injury during the headlining match of last night\’s AEW Dynamite. 

    The main event of the show saw a 6-man tag match in which Page, Rob Van Dam, and Hook faced Samoa Joe, Swerve Strickland, and Brian Cage in a losing effort. In the final moments of the match, Joe locked in the Coquina Clutch on the pro wrestling legend RVD, which forced him to fade and suffer the defeat for his team.

    However, an unfortunate moment unfolded for Hangman Page, who suffered an injury while taking a move from the AEW World Champion. When Joe attempted to hit his finisher Muscle Buster, Page managed to counter but landed awkwardly on the mat. It seems that the awkward landing caused the injury as Hangman promptly rolled out of the ring and grasped his ankle. On a related note, AEW star Adam Cole is also sidelined with an ankle injury.

    This was the last action Hangman Page took part in. After the match concluded, the cameraman tried to get the lens on him ringside, but he made them go away saying: \”Stop, don\’t shoot me.\” 

    As per @Space_Cabbie who was at the show, Hangman was visibly angry and punched the floor, and kept saying “it’s bad…my foot”.

    https://twitter.com/AIRGold_/status/1760579959016345713

    The feud between Hangman Page and Swerve Strickland remains to be one of the hottest ongoing feuds in AEW. The duo have been entailed in a feud for almost six months and it\’s only getting hotter. 

    Page\’s injury raises concern as he is scheduled to compete against Swerve Strickland and Samoa Joe in a three-way bout for the AEW World Championship at AEW Revolution pay-per-view. It will take place on March 3 at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, NC.

    Keep an eye on SEScoops for the latest updates on the situation.

  • Will Ospreay Set To Make An Appearance On Next Week\’s AEW Dynamite

    Last night on AEW Dynamite, it was announced that Will Ospreay is officially arriving as an AEW star next week. 

    Will Ospreay was revealed as AEW\’s marquee signing at Full Gear. WWE was in the race for his services but it was AEW that bagged the signing. Despite receiving an offer from WWE, Ospreay recently clarified his decision to join AEW. 

    Ospreay thrived in Japan having several accolades. He had been one of NJPW’s finest stars and he is a former IWGP World Heavyweight Champion and a two-time IWGP United States Heavyweight Champion.

    He has competed inside the AEW ring several times during AEW\’s working relationship with NJPW. He even defeated Kenny Omega at Forbidden Door 2023 and Chris Jericho at AEW All In: London. 

    However, he concluded his commitments with NJPW before joining AEW and his last appearance in the Japanese promotion took place at NJPW New Beginning in Osaka on February 11 where he competed in a 10-man steel cage match

    Will Ospreay coming to AEW Dynamite next week

    During the February 21 e of edition of AEW Dynamite, the it was announced that \’The Aerial Assassin\’ will make an appearance on the February 28 episode of the show in Huntsville, Alabama. 

    Ospreay will face Don Callis Family\’s Konosuke Takeshita at AEW Revolution and it will be Ospreay\’s first as a full-time wrestler of the AEW roster. This will also mark his first match for the promotion after competing in a six-man tag team match at last October\’s WrestleDream pay-per-view.

    AEW Revolution pay-per-view is set to take place on March 3 at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, NC. 

  • \”I’ve got The Rock\” – Michael Chandler Makes Unique WrestleMania 40 Prediction

    UFC fighter Michael Chandler recently made a bold prediction about The Rock\’s involvement at WrestleMania 40.

    Cody Rhodes recently won the 2024 Men\’s Royal Rumble for the second time and he\’s determined to \’finish his story\’ this time around. \’The American Nightmare\’ Cody Rhodes had made the way for The Rock to challenge Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 but that saw a massive twist. 

    The main event was changed back to the original plan of Roman Reigns vs Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Universal title match at \’The Show of Shows.\’ However, The Rock is still involved in the storyline as he has now joined forces with Roman Reigns and become a part of The Bloodline.

    A decades-long pro wrestling fan, Chandler recently showed up on this week\’s edition of Monday Night Raw in a move that nobody saw it coming. He grabbed a mic and went on to call out former UFC Double Champion Conor McGregor as the Anaheim crowd cheered. 

    Michael Chandler feels The Rock will claim the World title

    Now, while speaking with Sports Illustrated, he shared his prediction for WrestleMania 40 which is unique. Many fans believe that Cody Rhodes will finally finish his story at \’The Show of Shows\’ while another set of fans feel Roman Reigns will continue his dominance as the champ. 

    But Chandler offered an out-of-the-box prediction. Chandler believes that \’The Great One\’ will work his way into the world title match and take the title. 

    “I got The Rock taking the title. He’s coming back to shock everybody. All the doubters, all the naysayers, all the crybabies, The Rock is about to put an ass-whooping on all of them.”

    WrestleMania 40 is still more than a month away. But WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth, the final stop before \’The Show of Shows\’ is taking place this weekend. 

    Fans can catch the Elimination Chamber event on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Optus Stadium in Perth, Australia. The show will start at 5:00 AM EST. Keep checking SEScoops for the coverage of the show.

  • Steve Austin Names UFC Fighters Who Can Crossover To WWE

    Steve Austin wants to see UFC fighters Colby Covington and Sean Strickland in WWE and that\’s the bottom line. Why? Because \’Stone Cold\’ said so. 

    A crossover between WWE and MMA has been quite common as a bunch of former MMA fighters have been a part of WWE. Now, with the recent formation of TKO Group Holdings, WWE and the UFC come under one umbrella which means more crossovers are likely to happen. 

    At UFC 298, WWE stars Bianca Belair and Montez Ford were spotted in attendance. Meanwhile, on this week\’s Monday Night Raw, UFC lightweight Michael Chandler made an appearance and went on to call out former UFC Double Champion Conor McGregor.

    Now, Steve Austin has stated that he feels that the aforementioned UFC fighters could taste success in the squared circle as well.

    Steve Austin outlines why he wants Sean Strickland and Colby Covington in WWE

    Speaking with ESPN\’s Marc Raimondi, Stone Cold Steve Austin highlighted former UFC Middleweight Champion Sean Strickland\’s mic skills while he said Colby Covington backs his trash-talking with incredible athletic ability which could help in WWE.

    \”If I\’m going right now, I\’m going Sean Strickland,\” Austin said. \”I like Sean Strickland. Boy, he stays economic in the Octagon right now, but what a promo. And so, then I go with Colby Covington. All the trash talk, all the athletic ability. Guy never runs out of gas, he\’s always in shape, talks a mean streak and can back it up. He\’s very exciting, he has that X-factor that you always look for. He\’s double tough.\”

    Strickland has built a reputation for speaking his mind without any reluctance which has garnered a lot of attention lately. It is something that could come in handy for him in WWE. Meanwhile, Covington\’s trash talk could be put to the test against some of the biggest mic workers if he decides to ever step foot in WWE.

    While they are being highlighted to crossover to WWE, former WWE tag-team Champion Montez Ford expressed his desire to compete in UFC.

  • Jim Ross On His Recovery: \’Broken Hip Responding Well\’

    AEW veteran commentator Jim Ross recently shared positive updates on his health.

    Ross has been facing health issues recently but he has now disclosed that he\’s making good progress in his recovery. \’Good Ol\’ JR has combated skin cancer multiple times. He first underwent a skin procedure in 2016 and after a couple of years he revealed that the cancer had been completely removed from his shoulder.

    In an unfortunate turn of events, the WWE Hall of Famer was diagnosed with skin cancer again in October 2021. On December 29, of that year, he yet again shared a good news that he was cancer-free.

    Meanwhile, earlier this month, Jim Ross confirmed the news of his surgery on his right hip which was said to have gone well and he expressed gratitude to his fans for their support.

    Jim Ross provides an update on his recovery

    Recently, taking to his Twitter/X account, Jim Ross revealed that it was his first day out of the rehab facility and said he is improving daily. He went on to disclose that he was using a cane. However, his recovery is going well. He wrote:

    \”First full day on Jax Beach and out of the rehab facility! Using a cane for now. Improving daily. Broken hip responding well. Excited for my future with @AEW!\” Ross tweeted.

    Ross has been with AEW since 2019, after his controversial firing from WWE. He has lent his iconic voice to several memorable AEW matches. However, a concern remains for him as he is yet to pen a contract extension with the promotion. JR is willing to stay with AEW for a long time to come but he recently spoke about contract renewal being pending.

    We at SEScoops wish Jim Ross a full and speedy recovery.

  • Zelina Vega Is Done With Playing Second-Best, Vows To Become Champion

    Zelina Vega has revealed her goal to become a champion in WWE and will go the extra mile to achieve that.

    Over the years, Zelina Vega\’s role in WWE has evolved. From serving as a manager to becoming an active in-ring performer, her career has seen a major shift. She has also become a part of LWO and one of the biggest moments in her career took place last year when she faced Rhea Ripley at Backlash in Puerto Rico where she received a grand ovation from the fans.

    Zelina Vega has also showcased impressive performances in the recent past and earned support from the fans. However, her momentum was lost at the end of last year and has been striving ever since. 

    On last week\’s SmackDown, Zelina Vega competed qualifying match for the Women\’s Elimination Chamber match against Tiffany Stratton in a losing effort. 

    On last night\’s Raw, Vega yet again had the chance to qualify as she competed in the Last Chance Battle Royal. However, her arch-rival Elektra Lopez eliminated her and Raquel Rodriguez eventually emerged victorious by last eliminating Chelsea Green. 

    Zelina Vega: I will make sure that at some point, I am standing there as champion 

    In a WWE Raw Exclusive, Zelina Vega shared her thoughts on her loss but said that she won\’t back down and contend for the title. She said:

    “I don’t think anybody could imagine…not many people know what it’s like to be just having the title within your grasp, and I’ve been chasing this since Backlash, okay, and now Rhea gets to go along to Australia and have exactly what I had in Puerto Rico. She gets to just have that love and be the champion, and it’s great, except now I’m here getting left behind because now I’m trying to get my hands on Zelina Vega-lite, Zelina Vega 2.0. Again, this is bigger than Elektra. I don’t care about Elektra. This is all Santos’ fault. Realistically, what did he do? He’s trying to find somebody to equalize me because I wouldn’t feed bus delusions? Is that really what this comes down to? I’m done with playing second-best or being in people’s shadows. I’m done with that. They get to go on to Elimination Chamber and go to WrestleMania, and have these amazing moments, and I’m stuck behind.\” 

    She added:

    \”I’m not gonna let that happen anymore. When I tell you that something in me recently has broken, I’m not saying that to scare anybody. I’m not saying it as a threat. I’m telling you, this is what’s going to happen, and it is a warning to anybody that gets in my way. Whoever walks out of WrestleMania the champion, that is who I’m setting my sights on, and that is exactly who I’m gunning for, to take that title. I don’t care if I’m on Raw or SmackDown. I will make sure that at some point, I am standing there as champion. I don’t care how I have to do it. But first thing’s first, I’m going to find Elektra. I don’t care if I have to rip this arena apart to find her.\”

    The 2024 Elimination Chamber event will take place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Optus Stadium in Perth, Australia. The show will start at 5:00 AM EST, and keep an eye on SEScoops for the coverage of the show.

  • Raquel Rodriguez Celebrates With Comedian After Securing Spot In Women\’s Elimination Chamber Match

    WWE Superstar Raquel Rodriguez recently celebrated her massive win with WWE fan Gabriel \”Fluffy\” Iglesias on Raw.

    Rodriguez surprised the Anaheim crowd on last night\’s Raw when she returned to in-ring action on the red brand. Raquel Rodriguez competed in the Last Chance Battle Royal Match that also featured the likes of Shayna Baszler, Zoey Stark, Natalya and Chelsea Green. Rodriguez eventually emerged victorious to become the final participant in the Women\’s Elimination Chamber match. 

    Raquel Rodriguez celebrates with Gabriel Iglesias 

    In a WWE Raw Exclusive, renowned comedian and known WWE fan Gabriel \”Fluffy\” Iglesias interviewed Raquel Rodriguez following her win. Rodriguez hugged Iglesias, and they both yelled with excitement. Iglesias then asked Rodriguez about her return.

    \”It feels good. It feels good. Those couple of months out felt like years to me. You don’t understand how crazy I was going, just being at home, walking back and forth like, ‘I gotta get back in the ring, I gotta get back in the ring, I gotta get healthy, I gotta get back.’ Finally, I’m here, and not only am I here, but I won, and I get to go to go Australia, and I get to go to the Chamber,\” Rodriguez said.

    Iglesias noted that he ran into Chelsea Green, and she was not happy. Rodriguez responded by saying that she lost, and she had eliminated Chelsea in other battle royals. Iglesias agreed that Green probably didn’t like her too much before he congratulated her again.

    Rodriguez had been away from in-ring action for quite some time. Last month, she revealed that she has been diagnosed with a disease called Mast Cell Activation Syndrome [MCAS], which stopped her from competing inside the squared circle. Her last match before the hiatus was at a live event back on December 3. She suffered a loss against Nia Jax in a singles bout during the house show in Portland.

    Now, she has a huge task at hand and will be eyeing to outlast the other competitors inside the brutal steel structure and head to WrestleMania 40.

    The 2024 Elimination Chamber event will take place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Optus Stadium in Perth, Australia. The show will start at 5:00 AM EST, and keep an eye on SEScoops for the coverage of the show.

  • Darby Allin on his Cody Rhodes promo: \”He’s the reason I’m in AEW\”

    AEW star Darby Allin recently explained why he mentioned former AEW VP and current WWE star Cody Rhodes during his recent promo on AEW Dynamite.

    Darby Allin and \’The Icon\’ Sting are set to team up for latter\’s retirement match against The Young Bucks at AEW Revolution pay-per-view next month. Ahead of the highly- anticipated battle, Darby Allin grabbed the attention as he namedropped Cody Rhodes on the February 14 February edition of AEW Dynamite. The reference took fans by surprise and the former TNT Champion has explained his decision to mention WWE Superstar in hyping the upcoming bout.

    Darby Allin gives credit to Cody Rhodes 

    During a recent interview with Digital Spy, Allin addressed his decision to mention ‘The American Nightmare’ though the latter is not signed with AEW anymore.

    “That’s easy because he’s the reason I’m in AEW. You think back to my debut, I wrestled him at Fyter Fest and we went a 20-minute Broadway draw. For him to take a chance on me that early… I was relatively super unknown still, I was never really the guy on the independent scene. He did that. You’ve got to give respect where respect is due. I feel very strongly on paying homage to how I got here because I never thought I was going to get here.”

    Allin also addressed online criticism after his he cut the promo but he highlighted the importance of his history with the company and mentioned Rhodes’ contribution in his career and in the company overall. He said:

    “I only pay attention to what I think, I really don’t care about what anyone else thinks. You’ve just got to listen to yourself about things. I really felt it was important for me to tell my part of the story leading into that match and not just be this second-rate character going into the match. I have a lot of things I wanted to say to the Young Bucks and I said it and so be it. I just want to go out there and speak my mind on things.”

    Allin will team with Sting to defend the AEW Tag Team Championship against The Young Bucks (Matthew and Nicholas Jackson) at AEW Revolution pay-per-view on March 3 at Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina.

  • Grayson Waller Takes Cheeky Jab At Cody Rhodes On \’Finishing the story\’

    WWE Superstar Grayson Waller has continued to pull off heel tactics and took a jab at 2024 Men\’s Royal Rumble winner Cody Rhodes.

    \’The American Nightmare\’ recently won the Men\’s Royal Rumble for the second time and he is on his Road to WrestleMania. While the road is bumpy, Rhodes is trying to overcome the hindrances and \’finish his story.\’ 

    Cody Rhodes seemingly made the way for The Rock to challenge Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 but that soon changed. After fans outraged and WWE received , the main event was reverted back to the original plans of Roman Reigns vs Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Universal title match at \’The Show of Shows.\’

    This year, Elimination Chamber is heading to Perth, Australia which is Grayson Waller\’s homeland. Ahead of the show, the Aussie star decided to take a shot at Rhodes.

    Grayson Waller claims to have finished his story before Cody Rhodes

    During the flight to Australia, Grayson Waller stated that he already finished his book and highlighted the fact that at least someone in WWE can finish a story which is a jab at Cody Rhodes. 

    \”Halfway to Perth and already finished my book. At least someone in WWE can finish a story\”

    This is not the first time Grayson Waller provoked Cody Rhodes. Waller also poked fun at Cody for being slapped by The Rock during the WrestleMania 40 kick-off press conference.

    At Elimination Chamber: Perth, Grayson Waller will host Cody Rhodes and WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins on his \’The Grayson Waller Effect\’ show. We will have to wait and see how it pans out.

    The 2024 Elimination Chamber event will take place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Optus Stadium in the Perth, Australia. The show will start at 5:00 AM EST, and keep an eye on SEScoops for the coverage of the show.

  • Malakai Black Competes In Singles Match For The First Time Since 2022 But Outside AEW

    AEW star Malakai Black recently competed in a singles match and this marks his first singles match since 2022. However, the match didn\’t take place in AEW but in his wrestling school, the Dark Arts Gym.

    Black has been competing in tag-team action alongside Brody King and Buddy Matthews since returning from injury in October last year. Black had suffered a slight calf tear and knee hyperextension that put him on the shelf for several months. Following his return, fans noticed that Malakai Black has not been competing in singles matches which sparked a rumor.

    His last singles match took place in September 2022 when he competed for PRESTIGE. Meanwhile, his last singles match in AEW took place in June 2022.

    Malakai Black competes in singles match

    For those who are unaware, The House of Black leader runs this school, Dark Arts Gym with his wife, WWE Superstar Zelina Vega. He competed in its latest show. 

    The Dark Arts Gym recently posted the full show on YouTube from their latest event, Dark Prospects: Ritual 1. Malakai Black headlined the event as he faced Orion. The match also featured AEW commentator Tony Schiavone\’s commentary. The match lasted for almost 15 minutes and Malakai hit the Black Mass on his opponent to secure the win.

    https://twitter.com/PuroresuFlow/status/1759346418035069250

    Last week, former NXT star Bobby Fish also made his presence felt in Malakai Black\’s Dark Arts Gym. He paid a visit to share his experience with the up-and-coming superstars.

  • Elias (now Elijah) Endures Defeat In First Match After Departing WWE

    Former WWE Superstar Elias, now known as Elijah recently suffered a loss in his first match after he was let go from WWE last year. 

    Elias was released from WWE in September 2023 and was part of the first wave of talent releases following the launch of TKO Group Holdings. He had joined WWE in 2014 and during his run he became a 4-time 24/7 Champion. He is also a one-time Slammy Award winner (Best Musical Performance of 2020) and a one-time WWE Year-End Award winner (Breakout Superstar of 2018). 

    Over the years, Elias was involved in high-profile rivalries with the likes of John Cena and Braun Strowman. However, he was always on the losing end. In 2022, he even re-debuted as his brother, Ezekiel.

    With the Elias name owned by WWE, the former Superstar repackaged his gimmick and is now known as Elijah. It\’s worth noting that the Elias and Elijah names come from the Old Testament prophet of the same name. 

    Elijah suffered a loss against \’Speedball\’ Mike Bailey

    Elijah recently made his comeback to the ring at last night\’s Wrestling REVOLVER event, where he faced \’Speedball\’ Mike Bailey in a singles match. The former Elias was in great shape despite being away from the ring since May last year.

    In the end, Mike Bailey defeated Elijah. The former WWE 24/7 Champion was furious with the outcome and launched a brutal attack on Bailey after the match, thus cementing his heel character.

    We will now have to wait and see what the future holds for Elijah.

  • Rush Sets Record Straight on Injury; In Process of Getting Visa Through AEW

    AEW star Rush is currently working on getting a Visa through AEW. That doesn\’t mean he was not injured.

    \’El Toro Blanco,\’ leads La Faccion Ingobernable which consists of Dralistico, Preston Vance, and Jose The Assistant. He recently revealed that he is planning to expand the faction this year. He has missed AEW action due to an injury and has been on the shelf for quite some time. 

    In December last year, Rush participated in the AEW Continental Classic tournament but he pushed through an injury. He was part of the Gold League where he racked six points by defeating Mark Briscoe and Jay Lethal. However, he faced losses to Jay White, Jon Moxley, and Swerve Strickland.

    Rush managed to battle through his injury to compete in the tournament. After being on the shelf for more than a months he recently took to Twitter and announced his impending return.

    Meanwhile, fellow AEW superstar and La Faccion Ingobernable member Dralistico recently stated that he and Rush were in the process of getting their visas. This led to many believing that the visa issue was the actual reason he was not on AEW programming.

    Rush clarifies

    Taking to Twitter/X, Rush cleared the air regarding his absence. He wrote:

    \”I was injured as confirmed by AEW doctors. Now I am recovered, I had a visa with someone else and now in the process of getting my visa through AEW. Stop posting bullshit for fucking likes. I don’t ever lie about injuries.\”

    It is currently not known when Rush will make his comeback to the programming. We will now have to wait and see.

  • Shane McMahon\’s Son Kenyon Announces His Commitment To UNC Football Team

    WWE legend Shane McMahon’s son Kenyon McMahon recently made the announcement that he has committed to play college football. 

    Each of Shane\’s sons has impressed in their respective athletic fields. Kenyon McMahon is now committed to college football as a safety and wideout for UNC. With his brother Declan playing for Indiana University, eyes are on Kenyon McMahon as well.

    Meanwhile, Shane McMahon has not appeared on WWE television since suffering an injury in a match against The Miz at WrestleMania 39.

    Kenyon McMahon: I’m extremely blessed and excited

    Shane’s son Kenyon McMahon took to social media and announced his commitment to play college football for the University of North Carolina. The post reads:

    \”I’m extremely blessed and excited to announce my commitment to play football at the University of North Carolina. #GoHeels\”

    Kenyon is listed at 6’1?, 170-pound, and played safety and wide receiver at Poly Prep Country Day School in Brooklyn, New York.

    Meanwhile, Declan McMahon started with Indiana University in 2023 and is listed as a running back, but did not see a snap last season.

    At WWE Fastlane last year, Declan appeared alongside other Indiana Hoosiers football team players. Speaking with Jim Varsallone of the Miami Herald, Declan discussed focusing on his football career. However, he also stated that he has been impressed by the WWE\’s Performance Center. 

    \”I went down there once and it\’s gorgeous. Obviously being in Florida, which is one of the greatest places to live. Especially with state tax and everything. The weight room in there [the Performance Center] is amazing. They\’ve got a ton of rings. It\’s just great because obviously when you\’re wrestling it\’s not only about how you look it\’s about how safe you can be and how you can protect who you\’re in the ring with.\”

    Well, someday Declan could hit the squared circle just like his father. He also has his debut plan plotted and you can read about it below: