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Author: Mike Reichlin

  • WWE 2K26 Official Gameplay Trailer Released

    WWE and 2K Games premiered the first official gameplay trailer for WWE 2K26 during the 2026 Royal Rumble premium live event broadcast from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday.

    The trailer caps off a multi-week reveal cycle that included the unveiling of the Attitude Era Edition on SmackDown, the Monday Night War Edition at Saturday Night\’s Main Event, and the King of Kings Edition featuring Triple H. World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk was confirmed as the Standard Edition cover star during Friday\’s Royal Rumble Kickoff Show — his first WWE game cover since WWE \’13 in 2012.

    \”As a kid, I could only dream of being on the cover of a video game. Now I join a very exclusive group of WWE Superstars who have done it twice,\” Punk said.

    WWE 2K26 features the largest roster in franchise history with over 400 playable characters. Four new match types join the lineup: I Quit, Inferno, 3 Stages of Hell, and the franchise-first Dumpster Match. The game also introduces a revamped reversal and stamina system, stackable tables, thumbtacks, shopping carts, interactive entrances, and Booker T and Wade Barrett on commentary.

    Punk headlines the 2K Showcase mode titled \”Punked – CM Punk\’s Personal Journey,\” which features career highlights, Fantasy Warfare matches against WWE Legends, and \”what if?\” scenarios exploring what might have happened had he not left WWE in 2014.

    WWE 2K26 launches March 13 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Special editions release March 6 with early access. The game is available for pre-order now, with the Joe Hendry Pack included as a bonus. Check out the full WWE 2K26 trailer page for all official videos and reveals.

  • Drew McIntyre Retains WWE Title Over Sami Zayn at Royal Rumble

    Drew McIntyre retained the Undisputed WWE Championship against Sami Zayn at WWE Royal Rumble on January 31, 2026 in Saudi Arabia.

    McIntyre improved to 12-0 against Zayn in singles competition, securing the victory with two devastating Claymore Kicks. This marked McIntyre\’s first successful title defense since winning the championship on January 9.

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    Zayn earned the title opportunity by winning a four-way match against Randy Orton, Trick Williams, and Damian Priest at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event. The challenger entered the event undefeated in Saudi Arabia, but McIntyre shattered that streak.

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    McIntyre\’s Dominant Championship Reign Continues

    The Scottish Warrior has now defended the gold against one of WWE\’s most resilient competitors. Tribal Wrestling confirmed the result on X, posting \”DREW MCINTYRE RETAINS THE UNDISPUTED WWE CHAMPIONSHIP AGAINST SAMI Zayn.\”

    McIntyre\’s undefeated record against Zayn dates back years, showcasing his consistent dominance in their one-on-one encounters. Fans watched the match live from Saudi Arabia as part of the Royal Rumble premium live event.

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    With the title secure, McIntyre sets his sights on future challengers. Zayn\’s loss ends his perfect Saudi Arabia run, but his path to contention remains strong after the Main Event victory.

  • AJ Styles Suffers Arm Cut at WWE Royal Rumble in Riyadh

    AJ Styles suffered a deep cut on his arm during his retirement match against Gunther at the 2026 WWE Royal RumbleThe injury occurred early in the match and was severe enough for the commentary team to acknowledge it on-air.

    Despite the bloody wound, The Phenomenal One refused to stop and competed through the remainder of the match. Styles ultimately tapped out to Gunther, ending his WWE career per the retirement stipulation.

    It was a gutsy final performance from Styles, who proved one last time why he\’s regarded as one of the toughest competitors in professional wrestling. Even with the injury, he delivered a match worthy of the Royal Rumble stage before saying goodbye to the WWE Universe.

    There is no word yet on whether Styles required stitches or further medical attention following the match.

  • AJ Styles Loses WWE Retirement Match to Gunther at Royal Rumble 2026

    AJ Styles\’ legendary WWE career came to a heartbreaking end at the 2026 Royal Rumble in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as The Phenomenal One tapped out to Gunther in a retirement stipulation match.

    The loss means Styles must officially retire from WWE competition, per the terms of the match. It marks the second career Gunther has ended in as many months, following his decisive victory over John Cena in November that closed the book on the 16-time world champion\’s in-ring career.

    The Riyadh crowd, initially stunned by the result, rose to their feet to celebrate Styles and his Hall of Fame-worthy career. In an emotional post-match moment, Styles removed his wrestling gloves and moved to place them in the center of the ring — a symbolic gesture signaling the end. But before he could lay them down, Styles slipped the gloves back on, leaving the door open and sending fans into a frenzy of speculation.

    That tease has already ignited fantasy booking across social media, with fans speculating about potential appearances in AEW or a final farewell match in TNA Wrestling, where Styles made his name before joining WWE in 2016. For now, however, those scenarios remain purely speculative.

    What is certain is that AJ Styles leaves WWE as one of the greatest in-ring performers of his generation.

    Thank you, AJ. Phenomenal from start to finish.

  • Liv Morgan Wins 2026 Women\’s Royal Rumble, Bella Twins Return

    Liv Morgan is heading to WrestleMania 42 as the 2026 Women\’s Royal Rumble winner. Morgan entered the 30-woman match at #14 and last eliminated the returning Tiffany Stratton, who entered at #30 after months away from WWE television. Morgan sealed the victory with an ObLivion to send Stratton over the top rope.

    The match opened with Charlotte Flair at #1 and Alexa Bliss at #2, marking high-profile returns for both women. Other notable entrants included Becky Lynch (#9), TNA Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace (#8), Rhea Ripley (#22), and NXT Women\’s Champion Jacy Jayne (#24).

    The Bella Twins also made a surprise return, with Nikki entering at #25, but both were quickly eliminated by Lash Legend.

    Perhaps the biggest storyline development came when Morgan betrayed her Judgment Day ally Raquel Rodriguez during the final stretch, eliminating her to clear a path to victory. The final four came down to Morgan, Stratton, Sol Ruca, and Rodriguez.

    As the Royal Rumble winner, Morgan now has a championship opportunity at WrestleMania 42. She will choose between challenging Women\’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer or WWE Women\’s Champion Jade Cargill.

  • Natalya Debuts Low-Key Legend Name, Theme at Royal Rumble

    Natalya debuted a new ring name, entrance theme, and gear as \’Low-Key Legend Nattie\’during the Women\’s Royal Rumble match at Royal Rumble 2026. Natalya entered the match at number 13. She made an immediate impact by eliminating Becky Lynch from the over-the-top-rope battle royal.

    Natalya also targeted Maxxine Dupri, the wrestler she previously mentored in WWE. The personal rivalry added intensity to her appearance in the high-stakes match.

    Natalya\’s Character Evolution

    The \’Low-Key Legend Nattie\’ persona marks a fresh direction for the veteran competitor. Known for her Hart Family legacy and technical prowess, Natalya has continually reinvented herself throughout her WWE career.

    Her new theme song and ring gear fit the confident \’Low-Key Legend\’ moniker, signaling a character refresh heading into 2026. Fans reacted positively to the debut on social media.

    Natalya\’s performance in the Rumble keeps her in the title picture conversation. Expect to see \’Low-Key Legend Nattie\’ on upcoming episodes of WWE Raw or SmackDown as storylines develop post-Royal Rumble.

  • Chris Jericho Chants Break Out at Royal Rumble Kickoff Show

    The 2026 WWE Royal Rumble is about to get underway from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and the live crowd is already making their voices heard.

    During the Kickoff Show, fans in attendance broke out into loud \”Y2J! Y2J!\” chants, making it clear who they want to see walk through the curtain tonight as a surprise entrant in the men\’s Royal Rumble match.

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    The chants come as no surprise. Chris Jericho has been widely expected to return to WWE ever since his AEW contract expired on December 31, 2025. Multiple reports have described the 55-year-old as \”WWE-bound,\” and tonight\’s Royal Rumble has long been considered the most likely landing spot for his comeback.

    WWE themselves have fueled the speculation in recent weeks, featuring Jericho\’s iconic 2013 Royal Rumble return on their social media channels and ranking it among the greatest Rumble surprises of all time. Some have speculated Jericho could enter as the coveted #30 entrant for maximum impact.

    Jericho\’s last WWE match took place at the Greatest Royal Rumble in 2018 — also held in Saudi Arabia — meaning a return tonight would bring his WWE journey full circle.

    The first-ever Undisputed WWE Champion and 9-time Intercontinental Champion has been coy about his plans, saying only that fans would \”see me in a wrestling ring somewhere\” in 2026.

  • Royal Rumble Match Order, Cold Open Video

    The planned match order for WWE Royal Rumble 2026 has been revealed:

    1. Women\’s Royal Rumble Match
    2. AJ Styles vs. Gunther: Career-Threatening Match
    3. Sami Zayn vs. Drew McIntyre (c): WWE Championship Match
    4. Men\’s Royal Rumble Match

    According to PWInsider Elite, the Women\’s Royal Rumble match is set to kick off the show, while the Men\’s Royal Rumble will serve as the main event. Both Rumble matches are planned to run approximately 75 minutes each.

    The card shapes up with high stakes early. AJ Styles faces GUNTHER in the second match, with Styles\’ career on the line. Following that, Drew McIntyre defends the Undisputed WWE Championship against Sami Zayn in the third slot.

    The lineup positions the biggest marquee matches strategically. Styles putting his career at risk against GUNTHER adds massive drama right after the opener, while McIntyre-Zayn for the top title builds toward the Rumble finale.

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  • Bron Breakker Draws #2 for Men\’s Royal Rumble Match

    Bron Breakker will enter the men\’s Royal Rumble match at number two tonight, January 31, 2026.

    The entry was confirmed during WWE\’s Countdown to Royal Rumble pre-show stream. This marks Breakker\’s third appearance in the grueling 30-man match.

    Earlier, a production graphic error on Friday\’s SmackDown listed Breakker as number one entrant, sparking confusion. It seem WWE has made chicken salad out of the situation and turned it into a storyline.

    Paul Heyman confronted WWE official Adam Pearce on the pre-show, questioning the legitimacy of the draw.

    \”Random draw my Kosher tuchus. Don’t tell me it’s a random draw. Listen, for how many years did people think that number one was the worst position… You start off, and number one has the high ground. So number two is even worse than number one. And you want to make him number two? Really?\”

    – Paul Heyman

    CM Punk defended Pearce, insisting the Royal Rumble draw process remains random despite Heyman\’s accusations. Heyman argued the number two spot statistically disadvantages entrants more than number one.

    Breakker now prepares for an endurance test against 29 other competitors vying for a World Title opportunity at WrestleMania 42.

  • Roxanne Perez Injured on SmackDown, Blames Charlotte Flair

    Roxanne Perez sustained a puncture wound to her face during her match on the January 30th edition of SmackDown in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Perez teamed with Liv Morgan to face Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss. Following the match, Perez alleged that Flair’s ring gear caused the injury.

    The incident occurred during tag-team action. The match continued, and Perez finished the contest. The severity of the injury is currently unknown, but Perez has commented on the incident. Perez is still scheduled to compete in the women’s Royal Rumble match.

    Roxanne Perez posted on X, stating:

    Perez followed up with: \”The referee should’ve disqualified Charlotte for using her gear as a weapon!!!! I was stabbed!!!\”

    Royal Rumble Status

    It remains to be seen if the injury will impact Perez’s participation in the Royal Rumble. As of now, she is still slated to compete.

    SEScoops will provide updates on her condition as they become available.

  • Drew McIntyre\’s Final Warning to Sami Zayn Before Royal Rumble

    Drew McIntyre dropped a chilling video promo on Twitter ahead of WWE Royal Rumble 2026, delivering a cold message to challenger Sami Zayn and referencing Cody Rhodes.

    The Undisputed WWE Champion faces Zayn for the title later today in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. McIntyre mocked Zayn\’s underdog narrative while boasting an undefeated 11-0 record against him.

    McIntyre posted on X:

    \”So tonight, Sami, it\’s a lesson. So listen to everybody, including your son. No matter how hard you work or how much you believe, for some people this is as good as it gets. So enjoy the moment. Take it all in. Because this is the last chance you\’re ever gonna get a shot at my title.\”

    The Scottish Warrior also took a shot at Rhodes, echoing the champion\’s recent comments about not being a role model.

    McIntyre has dominated Zayn in past encounters, holding a perfect 11-0 record. Fans in Riyadh will see if Zayn can finally overcome the odds and dethrone the powerhouse champion at Royal Rumble.

    Stay tuned to SEScoops for live Royal Rumble coverage and results from Riyadh.

  • John Cena Reveals His Plans for the Royal Rumble

    John Cena took to social media to hype today\’s Royal Rumble from Riyadh, calling it one of the most important events on the WWE calendar and confirming he\’ll be tuned in.

    Cena posted on X: \”The #RoyalRumble is one of the most exciting, surprising and important events in @WWE!! The Road to Wrestlemania starts now with this historic Rumble you don\’t want to miss! I\’ll be watching!\”

    Cena\’s Royal Rumble History

    Cena is no stranger to Royal Rumble success, having won the match twice in his career. John Cena debuted in the Royal Rumble at the 2003 event, entering at number 18 and lasting nearly 20 minutes before The Undertaker eliminated him, marking a modest start to his storied history in the match.

    His early appearances included a short 2004 stint ending in sixth place after Big Show tossed him out, followed by a strong showing in 2005 where he reached the final two, eliminating three opponents including Viscera before a controversial double-elimination with Batista led to his exit in second place.

    The pinnacle came in 2008 at Madison Square Garden, where Cena made a shocking injury return as the #30 entrant, eliminating four wrestlers like Triple H in just over eight minutes to claim his first Rumble victory and a WrestleMania title shot.

    Cena continued his dominance with a second win in 2013, entering at #19, outlasting the field for 26 minutes, and dumping Ryback last to headline WrestleMania 29 against The Rock.

    He notched runner-up finishes in 2010 (eliminated by Edge) and most recently in 2025 during his retirement tour, entering at #23, surviving 30 minutes, and falling to winner Jey Uso in second place after three eliminations.

    Across nine appearances, Cena boasts two wins, three runner-up spots, 28 total eliminations, and an average finish of 3.44, cementing his legacy as one of the Rumble\’s most consistent performers without ever holding the Iron Man record.?

    The veteran wrestler last competed in December, falling to GUNTHER in that outing. Gunther aims to retire AJ Styles in just a matter of hours.

  • Returning WWE Star Pulled from the Royal Rumble

    Aleister Black traveled to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, but WWE has pulled him from today\’s Royal Rumble premium live event. According to PWInsider, WWE officials made the decision to delay his return to television and reintroduce him more strategically rather than have him get lost in the shuffle of a 30-man Rumble match.

    Black last competed on SmackDown on January 2, 2026, facing Damian Priest in an Ambulance Match where he suffered a minor broken tailbone. The injury wasn\’t expected to alter Black\’s planned hiatus from television.

    Black is currently feuding with Damian Priest, with Zelina Vega aiding her husband on-screen. Speaking on The Babyfaces Podcast earlier this month, Black discussed subtle character tweaks for himself and Vega, emphasizing keeping her core personality while adapting to their dark alliance dynamic.

    With WWE opting for a more strategic reintroduction, expect Black\’s return to carry greater storyline significance when he eventually resurfaces to continue his rivalry with Priest.

  • WWE Royal Rumble 2026 Referee Assignments Leaked

    WWE Royal Rumble 2026 referee assignments have been revealed ahead of the event in Riyadh this January. PWInsider Elite reports the officials for the premium live event, including the high-stakes matches and both Royal Rumble bouts.

    Pre-Show Matches

    • Danilo Anfibio will officiate the pre-show tag match between Motor City Machine Guns & Shinsuke Nakamura and New Day & Grayson Waller.
    • Eddie Orengo handles the other pre-show contest: The Wyatt Sicks vs. The MFTs.

    Main Card Singles Matches

    • Charles Robinson is assigned to the championship clash: Drew McIntyre (c) vs. Sami Zayn.
    • Dan Engler will referee the AJ Styles vs. GUNTHER Career Threatening Match.

    Royal Rumble Matches

    • Danilo Anfibio, Eddie Orengo, Jessika Carr and Ryan Tran will rotate duties for both the men\’s and women\’s Royal Rumble matches.

    These assignments ensure experienced officials oversee WWE\’s biggest names in Riyadh. Stay tuned for full Royal Rumble 2026 coverage on SEScoops.

  • WWE Backlash 2026 Set for May 9 in Tampa, Florida

    Triple H announced WWE Backlash 2026 will take place on May 9, 2026 at the Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida.

    The Chief Content Officer made the reveal on social media today, confirming the next premium live event following WrestleMania 42.

    Full WWE 2026 PLE Schedule

    The announcement also outlined WWE\’s major premium live events for 2026:

    • Elimination Chamber: February 28 in Chicago
    • WrestleMania 42: April 18-19 in Las Vegas
    • SummerSlam 2026: August 1-2 in Minneapolis, MN
    • Money in the Bank: September 6 in New Orleans

    Backlash returns to Tampa after previously hosting the event in 2023. The Benchmark International Arena will mark Florida\’s first PLE of 2026.

    Ticket sale information and full card details for Backlash will be announced in the coming months. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all WWE premium live event updates.

  • Royal Rumble Attendance, Commentary Team, More Notes

    WWE Royal Rumble 2026 is set to take place in just a matter of hours at the King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Here are some late news and notes leading into the event:

    Streaming and Viewing Options

    U.S. fans can stream the event on the ESPN app, while international viewers will watch on Netflix.

    This Royal Rumble promises massive stakes with career implications and title defenses as WWE continues its Saudi Arabia showcases.

  • Royal Rumble: WWE Adds 2 Pre-Show Matches

    WWE has added two new matches to the Royal Rumble 2026 pre-show card, though it remains unclear whether they will air during the live Countdown Show or be exclusive to the live crowd in Riyadh.

    The first match will see The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) team with Grayson Waller to face Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin) and Shinsuke Nakamura in six-man tag team action.

    The second match continues the heated rivalry between The Wyatt Sicks and Solo Sikoa\’s MFT faction. This comes just over a week after MFT defeated Dexter Lumis and Joe Gacy to capture the WWE Tag Team Championships on SmackDown, ending The Wyatt Sicks\’ 196-day reign. Solo Sikoa also stole Bray Wyatt\’s lantern during the feud, adding personal stakes to the rivalry.

    The 2026 Royal Rumble takes place in just a few hours at Riyadh Season Stadium in Saudi Arabia, marking the first time the traditional Royal Rumble event has been held outside North America.

  • Hulk Hogan Clearwater Mansion Listed for $10.9 Million

    Hulk Hogan\’s Clearwater Beach, Florida mansion has been listed for sale approximately six months after his death. The waterfront property is on the market for $10.9 million and offers 5,400 square feet of living space. Hogan passed away on July 24, 2025, at the age of 71.

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    The former WWE superstar\’s estate includes five bedrooms, five-and-a-half bathrooms, and a host of luxury amenities. Hogan, whose real name was Terry Bollea, purchased the property in 2012 for around $3.3 million.

    The listing is managed by Martha Thorn of Coldwell Banker Realty\’s Thorn Collection, and was first reported by TMZ.

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    Estate and Legal Matters

    Hogan\’s widow, Sky Daily, and son, Nick, are managing the estate. In addition to the property sale, Hogan\’s estate faces legal challenges, including a $10 million lawsuit from Carma HoldCo Inc. related to a beer brand concept. The family is also exploring a potential medical malpractice case linked to Hogan\’s final neck surgery.

  • Powerhouse Hobbs\’ Status for the Royal Rumble

    Powerhouse Hobbs recently signed with WWE after turned down a substantial contract offer from AEW. The move to WWE marks the end of his five-year run in AEW. Hobbs, who will be known as Royce Keys when he debuts, is currently in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ahead of the Royal Rumble.

    The super heavyweight was in high demand from both sides prior to his AEW contract expiring. Tony Khan made him a very strong offer to stay, but he\’s been on WWE\’s radar for a long time and the money he turned down shows this was inevitable.

    The potential appearance at the Royal Rumble adds another layer of excitement to today\’s festivities. The wrestling world will be watching to see how Royce Keys is utilized on the WWE stage.

  • AEW Changes World Title Plans Due to Injury

    AEW has adjusted its plans for the road to the next AEW World Championship challenger. A contenders series featuring Kenny Omega, Andrade El Idolo, Swerve Strickland, and Hangman Adam Page will determine the top contender, but the original lineup has changed due to an injury.

    The series will culminate in a #1 contender’s match at Grand Slam Australia on February 14, airing on pay-per-view. According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Samoa Joe was initially slated to participate but suffered a non-contact injury during training.

    Andrade El Idolo has already secured a victory over Swerve Strickland and is set to face Kenny Omega on February 4. Adam Page’s specific role remains to be seen, but he is expected to compete in a match on either February 4 or February 11.

    AEW World Championship Picture

    With Samoa Joe sidelined, the contenders series takes on a new dimension. Andrade El Idolo\’s win over Swerve Strickland positions him as an early frontrunner. The matches between Omega and Andrade, and Page\’s eventual involvement, will be crucial in shaping the final outcome.

    The winner of the series will challenge for the AEW World Championship at a future event, potentially Revolution.

  • Triple H Visits WWE Saudi Office Ahead of Royal Rumble 2026

    Triple H visited WWE\’s brand new office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia today with Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, ahead of Royal Rumble 2026.

    WWE opened the office in the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) during the latter half of 2025 to bolster its presence in the Middle East and North Africa region. Riyadh will host Royal Rumble 2026 this weekend and is also scheduled for WrestleMania 43 in 2027.

    Triple H posted on X about the visit, highlighting the growing partnership.

    \”So great to spend some time before #RoyalRumble in our brand new KAFD @WWE office with our amazing GEA partners. Exciting things to come in the future.\”

    Triple H wrote on X.

    The visit underscores WWE\’s expanding commitment to Saudi Arabia following multiple major events in the kingdom. Fans can expect more announcements as Royal Rumble preparations continue in Riyadh.

  • Former WWE Star Debuts 34th Ring Name

    Johnny TV is now going by the name Johnny Consejo, marking yet another name change in wrestling. He debuted under the new name during a CMLL Viernes Espectacular event on January 30. The head commentator jokingly noted this represents the 34th name change of Johnny’s career, but the actual number might be even higher.

    The wrestler formerly known as John Morrison, Johnny Nitro, Johnny Elite.. you know who we\’re talking about, he teamed with Mansoor and Mason Madden (MxM TV) to defeat Soberano Jr., Ángel de Oro, and Niebla Roja. Soberano Jr. has challenged Johnny Consejo to a singles match next week.

    Johnny, Johnny, Johnny

    Throughout his career, John Morrison has become known for reinventing himself. His stints in WWE, Lucha Underground, Impact Wrestling, and AEW have all seen him use different monikers.

    Here\’s an overview of all the ring names we\’ve seen him use over the years:

    Core WWE/Major Promotion Names

    • Johnny Blaze – WWE Raw (2004), as Eric Bischoff\’s apprentice before being renamed
    • Johnny Nitro – WWE Raw, SmackDown (MNM tag team), OVW developmental
    • John Morrison – WWE (SmackDown, ECW, Raw), returned 2020–2021
    • Johnny Superstar – OVW developmental, AAA (2022 before switching names)
    • Johnny Mundo – Lucha Underground, AAA, The Crash, US/Mexican indies
    • Johnny Impact – Impact Wrestling/GFW
    • Johnny Caballero – AAA (Triplemanía XXX: Monterrey and beyond)
    • Johnny Elite – AEW (initial 2022 appearances)
    • Johnny TV – AEW, ROH, US indies (2023–present)

    Promotion-Specific \”Johnny X\” Names

    • Johnny Battleground – Battleground Championship Wrestling
    • Johnny Blackcraft – Blackcraft Wrestling
    • Johnny Bloodsport – Josh Barnett\’s Bloodsport/GCW events
    • Johnny Defyance – DEFY Wrestling
    • Johnny Downunder – Australian indie tours
    • Johnny DREAMWAVE – DREAMWAVE Wrestling
    • Johnny Game Changer – GCW events
    • Johnny PROGRESS – PROGRESS Wrestling (UK)
    • Johnny Ultra – PCW ULTRA, California indies
    • Johnny Warrior – Warrior Wrestling
    • Johnny WrestleCade – WrestleCade events
    • Johnny WrestleCon – WrestleCon convention shows

    Location/Venue-Specific Names

    • Johnny Denver – LLL \”Journey Into Mystery\” in Denver, Colorado
    • Johnny Foxwoods – Foxwoods Casino shows, Northeast US

    Other Indie Names

    • John Hennigan – Various independents, early career
    • Johnny Cruise – US independents
    • Johnny Early Morning – Comedy/one-off alias
    • Johnny Fusion – US indies
    • Johnny Glory – European/US indies
    • Johnny Hardy – One-off tribute/joke name
    • Johnny Mecca – Northeastern indies
    • Johnny Onyx – Early independents
    • Johnny Penis – Single-show comedy alias
    • Johnny Religion – US indie short run
    • Johnny REVOLVER – Smaller indies
    • Johnny Showcase – US independents/convention events
    • Johnny Spade – OVW/indie alias

  • Sami Zayn “Done Chasing” Ahead of Royal Rumble WWE Title Match

    Sami Zayn is fired up ahead of his Undisputed WWE Championship match against Drew McIntyre at the Royal Rumble later today.

    The match comes after Zayn defeated Damian Priest, Randy Orton, and Trick Williams at the January 24 Saturday Night’s Main Event special to become the number one contender.

    Following his victory in the #1 contender\’s match, Sami Zayn declared,

    \”I’m done chasing! Now I’m doing it! Saudi Arabia, at the Royal Rumble, it’s over! It’s happening now!\”

    – Sami Zayn

    This marks McIntyre\’s first title defense since winning the Undisputed WWE Championship on January 9. Also on the card, AJ Styles will face GUNTHER with his career on the line.

    The 2026 WWE Royal Rumble will be available on the ESPN app and Netflix internationally Stay tuned to SEScoops for more news and updates.

  • Ashley Massaro Mentioned in Epstein Documents

    The late WWE superstar Ashley Massaro, who tragically died by suicide in 2019, is named in the recently released Jeffrey Epstein files. Millions of documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein were released by the Department of Justice, and within them, a complaint connects Massaro to Epstein’s wider network.

    The complaint detailing Maxwell’s alleged involvement was submitted to then–Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Audrey Strauss. The complaint includes language suggesting that Massaro may have previously worked for Maxwell, referencing alleged ongoing abuse connected to Epstein’s private island.

    The anonymous claimant stated, \”…She mentioned horrible things happening in the island and including [sic] dead body of a girl that had mask and was tied to a tree. She said that the one from London was very mean and also the one from Miami. Also that the man in the mention was making her f*** black guys and he liked to watch it, she was young – high school student… she also said that her friend Ashley Massaro (who died in 2019 – the WWE) got pregnant in high school. They both worked for Maxwell and Mechella from Miami Florida.\”

    Massaro had previously alleged being drugged and sexually assaulted during a WWE trip to Kuwait in 2006. The complaint suggests Massaro may have previously worked for Ghislaine Maxwell.