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  • Women’s WarGames Match Confirmed for Survivor Series 2024

    The Women’s WarGames match for WWE Survivor Series 2024 was officially announced Monday night on Raw, featuring the surprise return of Rhea Ripley. The highly anticipated bout will showcase two teams of WWE’s top stars battling inside the iconic steel cage structure.

    Official Teams Announced for Women’s WarGames Match

    The confirmed participants for the Women’s WarGames match are:

    Team Rhea Ripley: Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, Naomi, and IYO SKY.

    Team Liv Morgan: Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Nia Jax, Tiffany Stratton, and Candice LeRae.

    Updated Survivor Series 2024 Card

    Additional matches announced for Survivor Series 2024 include:

    • Men’s WarGames Match: The OG Bloodline (Roman Reigns, The Usos, Sami Zayn) vs. The New Bloodline (Solo Sikoa and two unannounced partners).
    • Women’s WarGames Match: Team Rhea Ripley vs. Team Liv Morgan.
    • World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther (c) vs. Damian Priest.
    • Intercontinental Championship: Sheamus vs. Bron Breakker (pending confirmation).

    Event Details

    • Date: Saturday, November 30, 2024
    • Location: Rogers Arena, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

    How to Watch:

    • United States: Available on Peacock.
    • International: Streamable on WWE Network in participating regions, with Netflix taking over WWE streaming internationally starting in January 2025.

  • Paul Heyman is an American professional wrestling manager, promoter, and executive, currently signed to WWE. He debuted in the wrestling business in 1986 and has managed six world champions, including Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns. Heyman is known for his exceptional promo and managing skills. Heyman first gained prominence as Paul E. Dangerously in WCW during the late 1980s and early 1990s. He then became the creative force behind Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) from 1993 until its closure in 2001, revolutionizing the industry with its edgy content. In WWE, Heyman has taken on various roles, including commentator, General Manager, and manager. He’s best known for his long-standing association with Brock Lesnar and more recently, his alliance with Roman Reigns as the “Special Counsel” to The Bloodline. Throughout his career, Heyman has been praised for his creative mind and ability to elevate talent. He was inducted into the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame in 2005 and is set to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2024, cementing his legacy as one of wrestling’s most influential figures.

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  • Swerve Strickland Shares Concerning X-Ray Image Before AEW Full Gear

    Former AEW World Champion Swerve Strickland raised eyebrows on Monday when he posted an x-ray image to social media, accompanied by the caption \”These Hurt Syndicate beatings take a toll.\”

    While the image doesn\’t appear to show any clear fractures or dislocations, the timing is concerning with Strickland\’s high-profile match against the Hurt Syndicate\’s Bobby Lashley looming at Full Gear this Saturday.

    Lashley is set to make his AEW debut against Strickland in what promises to be a hard-hitting affair. Given Strickland\’s reputation as one of professional wrestling\’s toughest competitors, the match is expected to proceed as planned barring any official announcement to the contrary.

    More details about Strickland\’s condition may emerge during this Wednesday\’s episode of AEW Dynamite.

    MVP Reacts to Swerve\’s X-Ray

    MVP retweeted a fan who said the Hurt Syndicate lives up to its name, yet another dig at Swerve before Full Gear.

  • Becky Lynch Confirms We Haven\’t Seen The Last Of Her

    Becky Lynch assures her legion of fans, they haven\’t seen the last of her.

    Lynch has been out of the spotlight for the past several months. Her most recent WWE television appearance occurred on the May 27 edition of Monday Night Raw, when she attempted to recapture the Women\’s World Championship from Liv Morgan in a steel cage match. She came up short that night, thanks to Dirty Dom slamming the cage door in her face and allowing Morgan to eek out a victory.

    As the saying goes, The Man \’\”\’ain\’t going out like that.\’

    Becky Lynch Returning to WWE

    On Sunday, Lynch appeared at the Vulture Fest in Hollywood, CA to discuss her best-selling memoir Becky Lynch: The Man: Not Your Average Average Girl. Naturally, she was asked about her future in wrestling.

    “If you think I’m gonna go out with Dominik slamming a cage door in my face that’s definitely not gonna happen.”

    Lynch is expected back on WWE television for the WWE Raw Netflix premiere on Monday, January 6, 2025 from Los Angeles.

  • WWE Raw Preview: IC Title Match, Seth Rollins vs. Bronson Reed

    Here\’s a preview for tonight\’s WWE Raw, broadcasting on the USA Network at 8/7c:

    • Bronson Reed vs Seth Rollins: The feud between these two superstars continues, with Reed seeking revenge for his loss to Rollins at Crown Jewel. Their last encounter ended in chaos, with WWE security struggling to contain the brawl.
    • Bron Breakker (c) vs Sheamus: Sheamus challenges Breakker for the IC title, one of the only championships that has eluded him throughout his WWE career.
    • LWO (Rey Mysterio & Zelina Vega) vs American Made (Chad Gable & Ivy Nile): The LWO looks to continue their winning streak in a mixed tag team match featuring these two factions.
    • The War Raiders (Erik & Ivar) vs The Judgment Day (Dominik Mysterio & Carlito): The War Raiders aim to soften up The Judgment Day ahead of their World Tag Team Championship match.

    Plus, we\’ll see appearances from World Heavyweight Champion Gunther, Damian Priest, Women\’s World Champion Liv Morgan, The New Day, Women\’s Tag Team Champions Jade Cargill, and Bianca Belair, and more.

    Full Spoiler Results for tonight\’s pre-taped WWE Raw (November 18, 2024)

    What Happened Last Week

    Here\’s a recap of what happened last week:

    • Damian Priest stunned World Heavyweight Champion Gunther into silence
    • The Miz and The Final Testament sprung a trap on The Wyatt Sicks
    • Seth \”Freakin\” Rollins and Bronson Reed engaged in a huge brawl
    • Damian Priest defeated Ludwig Kaiser, gaining momentum ahead of his match against Gunther at Survivor Series: WarGames.
    • Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill defeated Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez to retain the WWE Women\’s Tag Team Championship
    • Damage CTRL defeated Pure Fusion Collective, with Dakota Kai seeking revenge after being out for three months.
    • Pete Dunne defeated Kofi Kingston, capitalizing on Kingston\’s argument with Xavier Woods.

  • Josh Alexander Retires from Independent Wrestling to Focus on New Opportunity

    Josh Alexander, a two-time Impact World Champion, has officially announced his retirement from independent wrestling. The announcement was made during Northern Crown Wrestling’s live show in Toronto on Sunday. Davie Portman from the Poisonrana podcast was in attendance and shared this footage:

    Alexander hinted that this decision stems from an upcoming wrestling commitment that demands exclusivity or a significant amount of his focus, prompting him to prioritize this new chapter in his career.

    After 20 years in independent wrestling, Josh has decided it\’s time to move on. In a follow-up post on social media, he expresses his love for the journey which included traveling worldwide, working with great people, and performing for fans. He encourages the next generation of wrestlers to rise and fill the potential gap he might leave in the Canadian wrestling scene.

    Alexander thanks the wrestling promotions for booking him, aiding in supporting his family financially; fellow wrestlers for the learning experiences from every match and the fans for their support which kept him motivated during tough times. While he\’s stepping away from indie bookings, he implies that this isn\’t a complete goodbye but rather a \”see you later.\”

    His last indie show will be at WrestlePrestige on January 11th.

    Best known for his incredible versatility, Alexander has thrived in both singles competition and tag team wrestling. His most notable achievement is a record-breaking 335-day reign as Impact World Champion, surpassing Bobby Roode’s previous milestone of 256 days. Additionally, his partnership with Ethan Page in the acclaimed tag team, The North, remains a highlight of his storied career.

    This decision signals a pivotal moment for Alexander as he prepares to dedicate himself fully to this next opportunity in professional wrestling.

  • CM Punk, Rey Mysterio and Liv Morgan Represent WWE at Complex Con

    CM Punk and Rey Mysterio made a joint appearance at Complex Con on Sunday, marking Punk’s first public outing since his grueling Hell in a Cell match against Drew McIntyre at Bad Blood 2024. Both WWE stars were seen engaging with fans, showcasing their charisma outside the ring.

    The festival and exhibition brought together music, style, sneakers, pop culture, art, food, and innovation, featuring exclusive releases from influential brands, immersive experiences, and performances. Some of the highlights included live performances by Travis Scott and Playboi Carti, as well as a marketplace with hundreds of brands, retailers, and artists.

    After an intense Hell in a Cell battle, CM Punk has been off WWE television, taking a well-deserved break. Punk appeared in high spirits, wearing a blue suit and interacting with fans by tossing merchandise into the crowd. Notably, he didn’t display any signs of injury.

    Rey Mysterio, who has shared memorable matches and storylines with Punk in the past, joined him for the festivities. WWE even captured and shared moments from the event on social media.

    Liv Morgan Names Chyna as Dream Opponent

    Also appearing at Complex Con was Liv Morgan, who turned heads with her response to a fan’s question about her dream WWE match. She named the late WWE Hall of Famer Chyna.