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  • Marko Stunt Explains His Decision to Retire From Wrestling

    Marko Stunt says he made the difficult decision to retire from professional wrestling due to injuries and a desire to spend more time with his young family.

    Stunt made a name for himself wrestling for Game Changer Wrestling (GCW), IWA Mid-South, and All Elite Wrestling (AEW) as part of the Jurassic Express faction.

    Stunt has battled chronic lower back pain stemming from his right hip rotating inward, has caused misalignment in his tailbone and legs. During an interview with Love Wrestling, he says the condition left his right leg weaker and shorter, risking further complications, including potential paralysis.

    He made every effort to remain in the business, including a two-year layoff to rest his body. However, when a return to the ring left him in significant pain, he knew it was time to listen to the advice of his doctors.

    “It’s something I’ve been trying to avoid for a while… their recommendation was, for my long-term health, to step away.”

    Marko Stunt on his retirement from wrestling

    Stunt still loves pro wrestling, and we all know that\’s a tough habit to kick. However, he\’s looking forward to spending more time with his young family and raising his daughter.

    In a sport dominated by giants, where being 6-feet-tall is nothing special, Stunt defied the odds and embraced his biggest disadvantage – his height (billed at 5\’2\”). The self-proclaimed \’Mr. Fun Size\’ did the impossible and will be an inspiration to others who want to pursue their dreams, despite not being the prototype for success.

    Watch Marko Stunt\’s interview with Pluggo from Love Wrestling:

  • Former WWE Star Aliyah Claims Destiny Women’s Championship

    Former WWE Superstar Aliyah (Nhooph Al-Areebi) has won her first championship since leaving the promotion in September 2023.

    The former WWE Women\’s tag team champion (with partner Raquel Rodriguez) picked up singles gold in Canada\’s Destiny World Wrestling promotion.

    On Sunday, Al-Areebi defeated NWA star Tiffany Nieves to capture Destiny Women\’s Championship. Nieves had been champion since August 17, when she defeated Zoey Skye in the finals of a tournament for the vacant title.

    Here\’s footage of the closing moments of the match:

    Al-Areebi posted on Instagram that she\’s having fun and kicking butt while doing it.

  • WWE Raw Preview from Riyadh: Battle Royal, Fatal 4 Way

    WWE presents an historic edition of Monday Night Raw tonight on the USA Network at 8/7c. For the first time in history, Raw will emanate from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at the Mohammed Abdo Arena.

    Less than 48 hours removed from WWE Crown Jewel, we\’re looking forward to an eventful show that will see two new challengers named for two of WWE\’s top championships.

    Confirmed matches and segments:

    • Battle Royal to determine the next challenger for Liv Morgan\’s Women\’s World Championship
    • Fatal 4-Way Match to determine the next challenger for Gunther\’s World Heavyweight Championship
    • Sami Zayn addresses his return at Crown Jewel
    • The New Day vs The War Raiders
    • Dragon Lee vs. Chad Gable

    WWE Survivor Series: War Games, the company\’s next premium live event, takes place in 26 days on Saturday, November 30.

  • Spoilers: WWE Raw Full Results from Riyadh (11/3)

    WWE will present an historic edition of Monday Night Raw this coming week. The November 4, 2024 episode of Raw is being taped today from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at the Mohammed Abdo Arena, and will air on tape delay at its usual time on the USA Network.

    The top advertised match will be a #1 Contenders Fatal 4-Way match to determine the next challenger for Gunther, WWE\’s reigning World Heavyweight champion. The participants are Seth Rollins, the inaugural champion, former champion Damian Priest, multi-time World champion Sheamus and \’Dirty\’ Dominik Mysterio.

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    WWE Raw Results (Airing November 4)

    Here are the key results from today\’s WWE Raw tapings in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia:

    Liv Morgan opens the show

    Liv Morgan opened the show with a promo, declaring that her “revenge tour” was officially over due to Rhea Ripley’s injury. As tensions rose, Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair made their way to the ring. Morgan seized the opportunity to plant seeds of doubt between the two, suggesting they weren’t on the same page. Adam Pearce then stepped in to announce a Battle Royal to determine the next contender for Liv’s title.

    IYO SKY Triumphs in Battle Royal

    IYO SKY emerged victorious in the Battle Royal, earning the right to challenge Liv Morgan for the championship.

    The War Raiders Dominate The New Day

    In a tag team clash, The War Raiders overpowered The New Day, securing a decisive win.

    Sami Zayn Reunites with The Usos

    Sami Zayn took to the ring for a heartfelt promo and orchestrated an emotional reunion with The Usos, reigniting their alliance.

    Dragon Lee vs. Chad Gable with Interference

    Dragon Lee faced Chad Gable in a singles match, which took an unexpected turn when Rey Mysterio intervened, allowing Lee to capitalize and claim the victory.

    Damian Priest Becomes GUNTHER’s Next Challenger

    The main event featured a high-stakes fatal four-way match, with Damian Priest defeating Seth Rollins, Sheamus, and Dominik Mysterio to become GUNTHER’s next World Heavyweight Championship contender.

    Post-match chaos ensued as Bronson Reed ambushed Rollins, driving him through a table. The show concluded with an intense face-off between GUNTHER and Priest.

    Additionally, before the main event of Raw, WWE Main Event tapings occurred with the following outcomes:

    • Pete Dunne defeated Akira Ozawa
    • Ludwig Kaiser defeated R-Truth
    • Otis faced Bron Breakker, where Otis notably did his \’worm\’ move, but Breakker put the big man away after hitting a spear.

  • WWE Crown Jewel Results (2024)

    Here are the results WWE Crown Jewel 2024:

    • Bloodline 6-Man Tag: The Bloodline (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Jacob Fatu) defeated Roman Reigns and The Usos. After the match, there was further development with Sami Zayn\’s involvement and tension between Roman Reigns and his family members.
    • Men\’s Crown Jewel Championship: Cody Rhodes defeated Gunther to become the inaugural Men\’s Crown Jewel Champion.
    • Women\’s Crown Jewel Championship: Liv Morgan defeated Nia Jax to become the first Women\’s Crown Jewel Champion.
    • WWE Women\’s Tag Team Championship: Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill retained their titles in a Fatal 4-Way match against Damage CTRL (IYO SKY & Kairi Sane), The Meta-Four (Lash Legend & Jakara Jackson), and Chelsea Green & Piper Niven.
    • United States Championship: LA Knight retained his title against Carmelo Hayes and Andrade.
    • Unsanctioned Match: Seth Rollins defeated Bronson Reed in a high-impact match with multiple Stomps.
    • Unfinished Business: Randy Orton and Kevin Owens had a pre-match brawl which led to no official match taking place, but they still engaged in a physical confrontation.
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  • Former WWE Stars Mandy Rose and Tino Sabbatelli Married

    Former WWE stars Amanda Saccomanno, best known to wrestling fans as Mandy Rose, and Sabatino “Sabby” Piscitelli tied the knot in a romantic ceremony on November 2, 2024. The event took place at the picturesque Park Chateau Estate & Gardens in New Jersey. The wedding brought together over 200 guests, including an array of notable athletes and WWE wrestlers.

    Saccomanno and Piscitelli’s theme for the day was inspired by the grandeur of a “French chateau” and a highlight of the reception was the heartfelt memorial in honor of Saccomanno’s late brother. Additionally, during the father-daughter dance, guests were surprised by a moving video tribute. The wedding details were first reported by People, who also have exclusive photos of the celebration.

    Following their wedding, the newlyweds plan to honeymoon in the Maldives. The couple has also shared their excitement about starting a family in the near future.

    Saccomanno’s Journey

    Amanda Saccomanno began her wrestling career in 2015 after her appearance on Tough Enough. During her time in WWE, she achieved notable success, including a 413-day reign as NXT Women’s Champion, and developed a very loyal fanbase. She was released from WWE in December 2022 due to her FanTime content, which was deemed outside contract guidelines.

    Despite the abrupt end to her wrestling career, Saccomanno turned her focus to other creative and business outlets, as well as her FanTime page, reportedly generating significant income. She remains open to the possibility of returning to wrestling.

  • WWE Champ Gunther\’s Warning to Goldberg: \’I\’m Happy to Teach Him a Lesson\’

    Gunther is gearing up for his big match against Cody Rhodes at WWE Crown Jewel, but the reigning World Heavyweight champion hasn\’t forgotten about Bill Goldberg.

    Goldberg was among the pro wrestling legends on hand for last month\’s Bad Blood PLE from Atlanta, and brought his wife and son to the show. The 57-year-old legend wound up jumping the barricade and having an intense face-off with Gunther.

    It looked like WWE was planting the seeds for potential match between them, and now Gunther is talking about the situation. During an interview with with La Previa (WWE Español), the Austrian Superstar said it was nice meeting all the legends in attendance that night, but felt compelled to playfully antagonize Goldberg when he first spotted him.

    “I was invited out there to speak about the Crown Jewel Championship. We had a lot of legends in the house and I met a lot of them backstage. One of the very few I didn’t meet that I just saw was there before was Goldberg, so when our eyes crossed, basically I was like, why not break some balls a little bit?

    He doesn’t seem to be able to take things lightly. I tried to lighten up the mood a little bit, but push comes to shove, and he thinks he wants to get back into the business and wrestle again, then I’m happy to teach him a lesson.\”

    – Gunther

    What Goldberg said about Gunther

    Goldberg recently gave his side of the story last week on the CarCast podcast. He was in Atlanta to film a TV show when WWE invited him to attend Bad Blood. He appreciated the gesture, especially in light of their rocky relationship over the years.

    \”I should have known,\” he said. \”I should have known somebody was going to try and mess with me. In Atlanta, no less. We were having a great time. Gunther, I don\’t want to make anything more of it than it was, but.. You know me, I\’m not going to sit there and let some dude talk shit. Period. End of story.

    What started out to be an innocent attendance of a pay-per-view turned out to being insulted by one of their current champions. I don\’t care where we were, I would have done the same thing anywhere.

    I ain\’t dead yet. As long as I\’m breathing, don\’t ever talk shit about me, especially my family. When he brought Gage into it and me being a dad, that was it. It was nothing more than that.\”

    Goldberg has frequently expressed his desire for a retirement match and has criticized Vince McMahon for allegedly promising one without following through. Numerous current wrestlers and legends have noted the significant changes in WWE since Triple H took over from McMahon. The incident at Bad Blood, along with the ongoing comments from both men, suggests that Goldberg might still have one more match left in him.

  • Match Order for Today\’s WWE Crown Jewel PLE

    Wrestling fans will want to tune in as soon as WWE Crown Jewel begins, because one of the most highly-anticipated bouts will open the show.

    Crown Jewel 2024 Match Order

    1. Roman Reigns and The Uso\’s v The Bloodline
    2. Women’s 4-Way Tag Title Match
    3. Seth Rollins v Bronson Reed
    4. Nia Jax v Liv Morgan for the Women\’s Crown Jewel Championship
    5. Randy Orton v Kevin Owens
    6. US Champion LA Knight v Carmelo Hayes v Andrade
    7. Main Event: Gunther v Cody Rhodes for the Men\’s Crown Jewel Championship

    How to Watch

    WWE Crown Jewel has a special start time of 1pm (Eastern), due to the event taking place from Saudi Arabia. The event streams live on Peacock in the United states and on the WWE Network internationally.

    Immediately after the show ends, WWE will present the Crown Jewel post-show press conference. You can watch live on Peacock, as well as online (YouTube, Facebook, X).

  • Marko Stunt Retires from Wrestling: A Heartfelt Farewell to Fans

    Marko Stunt announced his retirement from professional wrestling, expressing deep gratitude to his fans, All Elite Wrestling (AEW), Game Changer Wrestling (GCW), and his peers in the wrestling community for their unwavering support and the opportunities they provided throughout his career. He explained that this decision was made after consulting with doctors and prioritizing his long-term health, acknowledging it as one of the most challenging choices of his life. Wrestling brought Marko immense passion and joy. Stepping away is a difficult but necessary move.

    Reflecting on his career, Marko Stunt shared heartfelt thanks to AEW for giving him the chance to showcase his talents on national television, fulfilling a lifelong dream. He expressed appreciation to the production team, his fellow wrestlers, and everyone who made AEW feel like home.

    He also highlighted the pivotal role GCW and Brett Lauderdale played in launching his career, teaching him to embrace his uniqueness and grow into the person and performer he became. Marko’s message extended to all the wrestlers he shared the ring with, acknowledging their roles in shaping his journey and pushing him to his limits.

    Marko Stunt reserved special thanks for his fans, who supported and believed in him through every match and show. He noted that their energy, chants, and unwavering support fueled his spirit more than they could ever know.

    As he steps away from in-ring competition, Marko takes with him lifelong memories and friendships, and he looks forward to contributing to wrestling in other ways, while remaining connected with the community that turned his dream into reality.

    “Thank you for everything.”

  • NXT Champion Turned Main Roster Star, Indi Hartwell, Leaves WWE

    Indi Hartwell is departing, as reported by Fightful Select. She signed in 2019 and rose to prominence as an NXT Women’s Champion before transitioning to the main roster in 2023.

    Her release comes amid a series of recent roster cuts, including Tegan Nox and Baron Corbin. She reacted on social media, “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”

    Hartwell will be a free agent after a 90-day non-compete clause expires.

    Her final WWE match, taped last week, aired Friday night on SmackDown hours after her release. She and Candice LeRae wrestled against Bayley and Naomi.

  • Baron Corbin WWE Release: ‘That’s All She Wrote Folks’

    Baron Corbin is leaving WWE after 12 years. The former United States champion and King of the Ring winner was among Friday releases first reported by Fightful.

    Corbin confirmed the news on social media and expressed his gratitude for the support he’s received throughout his career. “That’s all she wrote folks. It’s been real and I appreciate everyone who supported me.”

  • Triple H Teases Bringing NXT to Saudi Arabia

    WWE may bring NXT to Saudi Arabia in the near future. On Friday, WWE held the Crown Jewel Kickoff show. The event was hosted by Michael Cole and Triple H, and featured appearances from Cody Rhodes, Gunther, Liv Morgan, Nia Jax, The Usos, Randy Orton and more.

    Triple H revealed that the winners of the Crown Jewel Championship matches will receive Crown Jewel Championship rings, in addition to the men\’s and women\’s Crown Jewel Championship belts.

    Fans in attendance chanted WrestleMania, to which Triple H replied, \”Yes, WrestleMania – it\’s in Las Vegas, Nevada.\”

    Chants then broke out for NXT and received a more-favorable reaction. Triple H then teased bringing the developmental brand to Saudi Arabia, and said he\’ll speak with Shawn Michaels about making that happen.

    “Who wants to NXT here in Saudi Arabia? I’ll talk to Shawn and see what we can do.\”

    An NXT event in Saudi Arabia would be historic, and there doesn\’t appear to be any significant hurdles preventing it. In fact, this weekend will be a good test to see if it\’s feasible.

    The day after Crown Jewel, WWE tapes this week\’s Monday Night Raw before everyone heads back to the United States on Monday. The first-ever WWE Raw from Saudi Arabia will be a chance for WWE to iron out the logistics of running back-to-back events from Saudi Arabia, and could pave the way for a hypothetical \’NXT Takeover: Jedda\’ PLE.

  • WWE Road to WrestleMania 2025: Full Tour Dates and Locations

    The WWE “Road to WrestleMania 2025” tour features 13 major events across the U.S., leading up to WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on April 19-20, 2025. The tour includes a mix of Raw and SmackDown shows in major markets throughout the US.

    • Friday, January 3: SmackDown from Phoenix (Footprint Center)
    • Friday, January 10: SmackDown from Portland (Moda Center)
    • Monday, January 13: RAW from San Jose (SAP Center)
    • Friday, January 17: SmackDown from San Diego (Pechanga Arena)
    • Monday, January 20: RAW from Dallas (American Airlines Center)
    • Friday, January 24: SmackDown from Austin (Moody Center)
    • Monday, January 27: RAW from Atlanta (State Farm Arena)
    • Monday, February 3: RAW from Cleveland (Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse)
    • Friday, February 7: SmackDown from Memphis (FedExForum)
    • Monday, February 10: RAW from Nashville (Bridgestone Arena)
    • Monday, February 17: RAW from Charlotte (Spectrum Center)
    • Friday, February 21: SmackDown from New Orleans (Smoothie King Center)
    • Friday, March 7: SmackDown from Philadelphia (Wells Fargo Center)

    Tickets go on general sale starting November 12, 2024, at 10 a.m. local time.

    WWE Raw on Netflix Premiere

    Conspicuously missing from the list is Monday, January 6, when WWE Raw is set to premiere on Netflix. The show is rumored to be held at the new Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California.

    Notably, the Intuit Dome’s schedule currently shows no events booked for that date:

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    IntuitDome schedule for early January 2025

  • WWE Crown Jewel: Updated Betting Odds, Search Volume

    WWE Crown Jewel is set for this Saturday, November 2, at 1 PM ET, streaming live on Peacock. Here are the updated betting odds for WWE Crown Jewel 2024, including some significant shifts in the final days leading up to the show (via BetOnline):

    • The Bloodline (-700) is now heavily favored in the Six-man Tag Team match against Roman Reigns & The Usos (+400). The odds have shifted dramatically in The Bloodline\’s favor, doubling from -350 to -700, suggesting strong late betting action on them.
    • World Heavyweight champion Gunther (-500) is favored over WWE Champion Cody Rhodes (+300) to win the inaugural Crown Jewel Men\’s Championship. The odds have moved more in Gunther\’s favor, shifting from -400 to -500, with Rhodes becoming a bigger underdog.
    • Nia Jax is now more heavily favored (-200, increased from -150) over Liv Morgan (+150, increased from +110), showing growing confidence in Jax as the event approaches.
    • The Fatal 4-way Tag Team match features Jade Cargill & Bianca Belair (-1500) against Chelsea Green & Piper Niven (+510), Kairi Sane & Iyo Sky (+850), and Lash Legend & Jakara Jackson (+900). The favorites have become even more heavily favored, moving from -700 to -1500, representing one of the most significant odds shifts on the card.
    • Kevin Owens (-600) is favored against Randy Orton (+350) in a single match. The odds have moved significantly in Owens\’ favor from -450, suggesting strong late betting support.
    • LA Knight (-250) in the triple threat match for the United States championship against Andrade (+185) and Carmelo Hayes (+700). Knight\’s odds have lengthened slightly from -200, while Andrade has become more of an underdog, moving from +140 to +185.
    • \”Big\” Bronson Reed (-175) vs Seth \”freakin\” Rollins (+135) in another single match. This match has actually become slightly more competitive in the odds, with Reed\’s favorite status decreasing from -200 and Rollins\’ underdog odds improving from +150.

    Search Volume

    According to Google Trends data, search interest for ‘WWE Crown Jewel’ is currently trailing behind ‘WWE Bad Blood’ when compared at the same point ahead of the event. However, a Grok sentiment analysis on X (formerly Twitter) indicates strong fan engagement, with plenty of chatter surrounding the event’s key matchups.

    What fans are expecting

    One of the most anticipated moments is the possible involvement of Sami Zayn in the six-man tag match, where Roman Reigns and The Usos will take on The Bloodline faction. Zayn’s potential interference adds an aura of unpredictability to the bout, and paves the way for him being part of a Bloodline vs. Blood WarGames match at Survivor Series.

    Fans are also buzzing about the Women’s Crown Jewel Championship match. While betting odds favor Nia Jax as the likely winner, speculation on “Wrestling Twitter” suggests Liv Morgan might pull off an upset with help from Raquel Rodriguez.

  • SmackDown Preview: Cody Rhodes & Randy Orton Team Up, Morgan vs. Stratton

    Tonight\’s WWE SmackDown broadcasts on the USA Network at 8/7c. The show was taped last week from Brooklyn, NY at the Barclays Center due to the WWE crew being in Saudi Arabia for Crown Jewel.

    Here are the confirmed matches for SmackDown:

    • The Street Profits vs. Pretty Deadly – The Profits look to earn their way back into the WWE Tag Team Title pPicture.
    • Cody Rhodes & Randy Orton vs. Imperium – The American Nightmare teams up with The Viper to face members of Imperium ahead of their respective matches at Crown Jewel.
    • Liv Morgan vs. Tiffany Stratton – Stratton tests her might against the Women\’s World Champion
    • Fatal 4-Way Match – Involving IYO Sky, Lash Legend, Piper Niven and Bianca Belier, one-half of each team competing in the Women\’s Tag Team Championship Match at Crown Jewel.
    • Bayley & Naomi vs. Indi Hartwell & Candice LeRae – Women\’s tag team action.

    Additionally, we\’ll see segments including:

    • Roman Reigns, Jimmy Uso, and Jey Uso will appear to discuss their reunion and match against The Bloodline at Crown Jewel.
    • Liv Morgan and Nia Jax will give their final remarks before they vie for the coveted Women\’s Crown Jewel Championship.

    Spoilers: Complete Results for tonight\’s WWE SmackDown (11/1)

  • Logan Paul and Dominik Mysterio Tease Forming WWE’s \’Most Hated\’ Tag Team

    Logan Paul and Dominik Mysterio could form an impressive tag team, and both are on the record expressing interest in joining forces.

    Mysterio recently shared his enthusiasm during an interview with The Schmo: \”I’m a fan of the Paul brothers. I did Logan’s podcast. I’d love to be in a tag team with Logan one day because we’d be the most hated tag team.”

    Paul himself has taken steps toward making this dream a reality, revealing that he pitched the idea to Triple H. In an interview with Liv Morgan, the former United States Champion said, “I pitched Triple H a \’me and Dom\’ tag team. I’ll just say it.”

    When asked about Triple H’s reaction, Paul jokingly told Morgan, “It didn’t seem like it was off the table. I just wasn’t sure if there was room for you in that tag team.”

    Logan Paul\’s Previous Comments

    Both Dominik Mysterio and Logan Paul share unique qualities that could make their partnership intriguing. Despite their relative inexperience in professional wrestling, both have managed to capture audience attention and thrive under the spotlight. Their status as outsiders who defied expectations to succeed in WWE adds to their appeal.

    The mutual interest from both performers suggests that this potential tag team could soon become a reality. Now, what would their team name be?

    Watch Dominik Mysterio\’s recent appearance on Impaulsive:

  • Dustin Rhodes is a Free Agent

    Dustin Rhodes\’ contract with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) recently expired and could theoretically show up on WWE television any time.

    The Natural has been with AEW since day one. The company has evolved a great deal since 2019, but Rhodes remains one remaining \’originals\’ who has seen it all. The 55-year-old veteran has had an active year wrestling for AEW and Ring of Honor. He\’s a dual champion in ROH, holding the World tag titles with Sammy Guevara and the Six Man Titles with the Ross and Marshall Von Erich.

    Over the summer, he confirmed his contract was set to expire in September, and refuted speculation that he was gearing up to leave AEW and join his brother Cody in WWE.

    \”Yes my contract is up in September, and No, I am absolutely NOT DONE. Having the best matches of my life and hopefully, God willing I will get to retire on my own terms, respected with a full heart. Hopefully Negotiations go well because I am damn worth the world.

    The only things that matter to me are: taking care of my family first and foremost, and finishing up when I am ready, and how I envision my retirement. So hold off guys, This biz is my life and I love doing it for you, while still having fun and able.\”

    Free To Explore Options

    Dustin Rhodes and AEW are actively negotiating a new contract, according to Fightful. He\’s spoken very highly about his time there, calling it \’good for his soul.\’ However, his contract expired over a month ago and they\’ve yet to agree to terms.

    He recently announced the launch of the Rhodes Wrestling Association, a promotion that holds its first show on November 21 from Leander, TX.

  • Young Bucks Step Away from AEW After Losing Tag Titles

    The Young Bucks’ recent loss of their AEW World Tag Team Championship to Private Party was more than just a dramatic conclusion to their third title reign—it was a planned move to write them off television.

    Nicolas and Matthew Jackson\’s final match was a \’match-of-the-year\’ contender that showcased some of the best tag team wrestling you\’ll find anywhere. After the bout, their villainous tenancies were set aside. They handled the loss with class by presenting the new champions with their titles and offering warm congratulations.

    According to PWInsider, the Bucks will be off television for an extended period, allowing other tag teams to take center stage amid Jon Moley’s ongoing campaign of chaos in AEW. Although their absence will be significant hit to AEW programming, they remain under longterm contracts and will be back eventually.

    Private Party Looks Ahead

    For now, a new era begins for Private Party and the wide-open AEW tag team division the division. Isiah Kassidy and Marq Quen were congratulated by another AEW executive, Tony Khan, backstage after their victory.

    On Thursday morning, after having a few hours to reflect on the biggest moment of their careers, Kassidy posted a photo of his new hardware and wrote, \”5 years in the making… We finally did it.\”

  • Adam Cole Reflects on Missed AEW Opportunity with Bryan Danielson

    Adam Cole wishes he could have worked with Bryan Danielson during their time in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), but he\’s happy he got to share a ring with the American Dragon once.

    Cole was back in action on Wednesday\’s AEW Dynamite and picked up a hard-fought win against Malakai Black of the House of Black. It was his first match in 423 days, and the former NXT Champion showed little signs of the dreaded \’ring rust.\’

    They both debuted for AEW on the same night, during the conclusion of the All Out 2021 pay-per-view. Unfortunately, each man battling respective injuries prevented them from doing much together in the ring. Cole spoke with the Stick to Wrestling Podcast and admitted he\’s disappointed they never wrestled a singles match in AEW.

    \”Bryan is so universally loved, respected and admired. Not just by fans, but literally by every wrestler I’ve ever met. I mean, Bryan is without question one of the greatest of all-time to ever do this and I look back at the one match we had on SmackDown and I think back so fondly of that night and that moment.\”

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    Holding Out Hope

    Cole looks back fondly on their AEW debuts, and the excitement he felt sharing a ring with Danielson, even in a non-wrestling capacity.

    \”It was an honor to step into the ring with Bryan Danielson so, I got so excited at the idea because we both debuted the same night here at AEW and I thought, oh my God, we’re gonna get the chance to do it again and at AEW in front of the AEW fans, I can’t wait.\”

    Danielson is now out of action indefinitely and facing another possible neck surgery later this year, if stem cell therapy does not treat his ailments. Cole is happy Danielson is focusing solely on his health, but is hoping they do meet one day day down the road.

    \”So at least now for the time being, it seems like that probably won’t happen so of course, that’s a bummer for me but Bryan’s health and Bryan’s safety and Bryan’s legacy is the most important thing so I’m glad that Bryan is able to rest and heal and again, Bryan’s one of the greatest to ever do it and selfishly, I do wish I could have stepped into the ring with him again but who knows? Never say never. Maybe someday, maybe someday.\”

    Adam Cole and Bryan Danielson’s sole singles match took place in November of 2019 on an episode of WWE SmackDown.

  • Orange Cassidy Emerges As Jon Moxley’s Next World Title Challenger

    On this week’s AEW Dynamite, Orange Cassidy officially challenged Jon Moxley for the AEW World Championship, setting the stage for an anticipated showdown at AEW Full Gear 2024. Known for his laid-back style, Cassidy surprised fans with a rare intensity, directly calling out Moxley.

    Cassidy’s challenge goes beyond personal ambition, expressing a commitment to preserving AEW’s spirit amid recent upheaval from Moxley’s faction. This title match will not only test Cassidy’s skill but also serve as a proving ground against one of AEW’s most relentless competitors.

    Fans and wrestlers alike are buzzing on social media, noting Cassidy’s evolution from comedic persona to serious contender. His performances as AEW International Champion have shown he can handle high-stakes battles, raising questions about his strategy against Moxley’s aggressive style.

  • Cody Rhodes Reveals Mega WWE Contract After \’Icky\’ AEW Exit

    Cody Rhodes appeared on the Flagrant podcast this week. the Undisputed WWE Champion spoke with hosts Andrew Schulz and Akaash Singh ahead of Crown Jewel, where he\’s scheduled to battle Gunther for the Men\’s Crown Jewel Championship.

    Here are some highlights of what the American Nightmare said about:

    His WWE Contract: The contract that Cody signed when he returned to WWE before WrestleMania 38 was worth 15 times more than what he was making when he left the company in 2016.

    Brandi and Tony Khan: There were \”so many factors\” that went into his decision to leave AEW and return to WWE. It has nothing to do with his wife Brandi\’s relationship with AEW President Tony Khan, despite rumors to the contrary. Cody confided that his relationship with (at least some of) his AEW co-founders had soured, and felt it was best to depart in order to preserve their longterm relationships.

    \”It was just a situation that felt icky. This is how I look at it in the end, I had really great memories with all of them, all the way back to All In. I had a really beautiful experience for a while, and I wanted to keep the memories good.\”

    Cody Rhodes on leaving AEW

    Vince McMahon\’s Role in His Return: Cody revealed how Vince McMahon learned of his departure from AEW not being a storyline but real, leading to McMahon making a personal visit to his home in Atlanta to get him signed.

    The \’Cody Lie\’: There was a mention of a \”Cody Lie,\” a self-aware acknowledgment of how \’charming\’ he can be, and pro wrestling blurring the lines between fact and fiction.

    Bryan Danielson: ‘Cody Rhodes Taught Me How To Lie’

    Career Journey: He spoke about his evolution from being underutilized as Stardust, his time at AEW where he helped establish the company, to returning to WWE. He highlighted the financial gamble he took when leaving WWE, how he and his wife Brandi managed during lean times, and his motivation to honor his father Dusty Rhodes\’ legacy.

    Other topics discussed include the emotional impact of becoming a father, the process of putting together wrestling matches are put together and the powere of connecting with the audience through genuine moments.

    Conor McGregor Tells Cody Rhodes, \”See You Soon\”

  • WWE News: Randy Orton Loves Rap, Wrestler Retires & More

    Most of the WWE crew scheduled for Crown Jewel flew out to Saudi Arabia earlier today. The event is scheduled for this Saturday and broadcasts live on Peacock at a special start time of 1pm EST. WWE will tape Monday\’s WWE Raw from Saudi Arabia the following day, before heading back to the US on Monday.

    The Undertaker was at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida on Tuesday.

    Randy Orton tells Sheamus that he\’s he listens to a lot of rap music during his workouts. During an appearance on the Celtic Warrior Workouts YouTube series, Orton said, \”I’ve got an extensive female rap artist playlist on my phone, they get my blood pumping. Some of his favorite rappers include Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, Nicki Minaj, GloRilla, KenTheMan and Sexyy Red.

    Former WWE star Tucker Knight has retired from pro wrestling. He signed with WWE in 2015 and teamed with Otis as part of the Heavy Machinery tag team before his release in April 2021. He we worked a dozen or so dates in Washington for DEFY, but has been in active since June 2023.

    WWE legend Torrie Wilson is recovering from thumb surgery. She documented her procedure on Instagram. Best wishes to Torrie on a speedy recovery.

    Chris Jericho says Roddy Piper was the \”gold standard\” for what really maters in wrestling. “If you’re a great character in wrestling, it really lends itself to movies and TV and film, because that’s the basis of what wrestling is,” Jericho said on the Adam Carolla Show.

    “He was the type of guy that could sell tickets by the promos,” he continued. “The personality and charisma and all those sort of things is what really matters in wrestling; Roddy was one of the best at it.”

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