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Author: Thomas Lowson

  • AEW Returning to Australia In 2026

    AEW will be heading down under once again in 2026, it has been confirmed. TEG Sport, a premier sporting outlet in Australia, shared the following statement.

    All Elite Wrestling returns in 2026… and it’s going to be EPIC.
    The energy. The chaos. The spectacle. It all goes down right here.

    Don’t miss your shot, join the waitlist NOW to score access to the presale very soon and lock in your place when history is made Down Under.

    AEW. Australia 2026. Be ready.

    AEW\’s Australia debut came in February 2025 with the Grand Slam event. Though initially planned for Suncorp Stadium, the show instead took place at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Brisbane, Queensland, AUS. The event drew 13,000 fans.

    The show was headlined by \’Timeless\’ Toni Storm defeating Mariah May (now Blake Monroe) to capture the AEW Women\’s World Championship, a title she holds to this day. With Storm still riding high, fans can expect AEW\’s 2026 show down under to prove \’Timeless\’ once more.

    Fans can register for pre-sale tickets for AEW\’s 2026 event in Australia here.

    AEW Grand Slam: Australia Branded a ‘Scam’ by Frustrated Fans

  • Elayna Black Responds To WWE Bullying Accusations

    Elayna Black spent years in WWE as Cora Jade, where she became an NXT Women\’s Tag Team Champion and someone fans expected big things from on the main roster. Black was released from WWE before a move to Raw or SmackDown could happen and she\’s now facing accusations of bullying within the promotion.

    Alexis Lete, who signed with WWE in 2022 and was cut in 2023, recently appeared on That One Time podcast to discuss her experiences. Speaking about her former colleagues, Lete called Roxanne Perez \”such a sweet human\” but claimed that Black was one of the \”main bullies\” at the Performance Center. Lete claimed that Black once pressured her to delete a TikTok video Black claimed exposed the business.

    On X, Black responded to what Lete had to say.

    In a separate post, Black posted what appeared to be a phonecall with a lawyer, implying that she could pursue legal action against Lete and her claims.

    Lete hasn\’t wrestled since her exit from WWE while Black has competed in several promotions, including GCW, since being cut. It remains to be seen if Lete will have anything more to say, but Black isn\’t taking her comments lightly.

  • Medical Malpractice Claims Emerge After Hulk Hogan’s Death

    Hulk Hogan\’s death stunned the wrestling world in July 2025, and now startling claims have come to light about his passing. TMZ reports that Law enforcement sources have claimed that an occupational therapist was present when Hogan stopped breathing. The occupational therapist, who is not named in the report, reportedly claimed that Hogan had been the victim of medical malpractice.

    Hogan\’s widow Sky told TMZ Sports that Hulk\’s phrenic nerve was \”compromised\” during a recent surgery. The phrenic nerve stimulates the diaphragm, which controls breathing. Sky added that an autopsy has been conducted on her late husband, but did not share the results. Sky was the one to call 911 after seeing that her husband had stopped breathing.

    TMZ were also told by their sources in law enforcement that there was a discussion by officers at the scene about the occupational therapist\’s claims, and these talks are on body cam footage. Brooke Hogan recently claimed that police footage could change the narrative about her father\’s death.

    Hogan has not yet been cremated, Sky shared, amid ongoing questions about the wrestling icon\’s final days. Our thoughts remain with Hogan\’s family and friends at this sad time.

    Vince McMahon Reacts to Hulk Hogan Being Booed in Final WWE Appearance

  • Mercedes Mone Reveals New Acting Project, Teases Future Movies

    Mercedes Moné has proven herself to be a force in and out of the ring, and the AEW TBS Champion has revealed her latest acting project. Sitting down with Scott Fishman of TV Insider, Moné shared how recently shooting a Christmas movie could lead to bigger things.

    “I just shot a Christmas movie. When I was on set, a couple of directors told me it was so amazing that they wanted to put me in their movie. I definitely see more acting in my future.\”

    Moné\’s comments come after a recent list was shared by the Hollywood Reporter about the best wrestlers-turned-actors. While Dave Bautista, Dwayne Johnson and John Cena took the gold, silver, and bronze respectively, Moné believes she should have been in contention.

    \”I saw that list, and I should have been number 2 on the list. Don’t you think?”

    With five episodes of The Mandalorian to her name as well as a role in 2023\’s The Collective, Moné continues to have fans talking both in and out of the squared circle. It remains to be seen what will come of this upcoming Christmas movie, and what it will lead to for the belt collector.

    The Beast Mortos Teases Wanting Kids, Mercedes Moné Responds

  • Brooke Hogan: Police Footage Could Change The Narrative On Hulk\’s Death

    The narrative about the final days of Hulk Hogan\’s life could soon change, according to the wrestling icon\’s daughter Brooke. In an Instagram Story, Brooke shared that eyewitnesses present when her father passed have reached out to her.

    “I’ve 100% gotten legit calls from professionals—from police officials to nurses—that were supposedly with my dad on the day of his death telling ME I need to see body cam footage and I need to get a hold of the 911 tapes because they supposedly contain information that could potentially shed enough light to change the narrative we/I/everyone’s been hearing.”

    “Those same professionals feel so passionately about what they witnessed, they have continued to contact me and push me to find specific answers to this very day. They are quite literally putting their careers at risk because they feel so compelled to do the right thing.”

    Brooke added that she has zero control over this situation, with control instead resting with Hulk\’s wife Sky. Not only does Brooke not have any say over her father, but she suggested that she has been kept in the dark about what has transpired since his death.

    “I do not have any information on if or when he is being cremated. Could have been right after he died, could be tomorrow. I do not know. I have been told by my brother there will be an autopsy. I do not know who will be performing the autopsy. Any information I receive from an autopsy—if one happens—whether I believe it or not, I will be keeping private out of respect for my father.”

    Brooke has plenty of unanswered questions, but is trusting her brother Nick to do his best to get answers. Brooke ended with a pertient message to those she believes are misrepresenting her.

    “So please stop misquoting, speculating, and ASKING me if I know anything. I cannot get any information. I know you’d think I could being his blood, but I can’t. We are already dealing with enough. I will not be talking about this ‘mystery’ anymore.”

    Much has been said about Hulk Hogan following his death aged 71 of a heart attack. While Brooke believes there may be more to his death than first meets the eye, it remains to be seen if there are any official updates on the end of the life of one of wrestling\’s biggest stars.

    Vince McMahon Reveals Immediate Reaction To Hulk Hogan’s Passing

  • U.S. Olympic Rugby Star Ilona Maher Open To WWE Future

    United States Rugby star Ilona Maher is ready for life beyond the field, including a potential future in professional wrestling. Speaking to BBC Sport, Maher first discussed going into acting, and following other athletes who have turned to the silver screen.

    \”I would love to get into the acting space, the scripted space. I think that a John Cena, Dwayne \’The Rock\’ Johnson progression [would be great.]\”

    When asked about a potential move to WWE, Maher revealed that she\’s been approached before. While she hasn\’t thought too much on the matter, a move to WWE would make a lot of sense.

    \”I should [join.] Great money in it, great money in it… Maybe, I\’ll think about that.\”

    Maher did share her qualms about wrestling, including bringing up the scripted nature of programming. If she were to join WWE, Maher would follow in the footsteps of Ridge Holland, who played Rugby for year before the Welsh Superstar signed with WWE.

    Maher is an Olympic Bronze Medalist, another accolade that could catch the attention of WWE if she pursues a future in the ring. With Maher set to compete in the 2025 Women\’s Rugby World Cup that kicks off on August 22, it remains to be seen if a future in the ring happen.

  • Asuka Rejected Japan\’s Wrestling Traditions for IYO SKY

    Asuka and IYO SKY competed for years in Japan before either found their international success as part of WWE. Though tensions between the two continue to boil on WWE programming, there was a time when Asuka was ready to go against Japan\’s traditions for her fellow wrestler.

    In a video from her YouTube channel, Asuka addressed her lengthy past with SKY. Asuka shared that despite a strict heirarchy in Japanese wrestling, she never wanted to take advantage of the younger IYO.

    \”IYO and I teamed up back in Japan. In Japanese wrestling, there\’s a very strict senpai–kohai system. Since I debuted before her, I was the senpai (senior), and IYO was the kohai (junior). Normally, that means the junior must follow everything the senior says. But I never wanted to treat IYO like that. To me, that culture had no meaning, no value. So I didn\’t follow that tradition.\”

    Asuka went on to discuss how she and IYO would work well together and also succeed after going their separate ways. Discussing their time in WWE, Asuka reiterated the success of both herself and SKY, either as allies or as adversaries.

    On WWE programming in recent weeks, the pair have been far from the same page. During the latest Raw, SKY exploded at both Asuka and Rhea Ripley, both of whom have been arguing over the loyalties of the Genius of the Sky. With SKY caught in the middle, it remains to be seen who\’s side she aligns with.

    Giulia On How Asuka Inspired Her WWE Journey, Wants Dream Match

  • Nick Wayne Pulled From Forbidden Door, Replacement Revealed

    Nick Wayne will not be a part of AEWxNJPW: Forbidden Door, the young wrestler has confirmed. During the August 20, episode of AEW Dynamite in Glasgow, Scotland, Wayne shared that he won\’t be competing at the pay-per-view due to a broken foot. Wayne claimed he suffered the injury at the hands of Cope on the August 13 edition of Dynamite.

    Despite this setback, Wayne still plans to ruin the reunion of Cope and Christian Cage. In his video, Wayne shared that the returning Killswitch would be replacing him at Forbidden Door. Killswitch attacked Cope in the ring and delivered a chokeslam, before hitting a second chokeslam on Cage.

    The match at Forbidden Door will now see Cope and Cage battle Killswitch and Kip Sabian. As for Wayne, the reigning ROH TV Champion, it is unclear when he will return to action. With the possibility of forfeiting his title ever-present, time will tell what\’s to come for the injured star.

    Multiple Big Matches Announced For AEW Forbidden Door

  • Ex-WWE Tag Champion Set For AEW Collision Debut

    AEW has arrived in the United Kingdom for a huge week, culminating with this weekend\’s Forbidden Door pay-per-view event. Now, a former WWE Superstar has made their All-Elite debut as part of the taping for AEW Collision.

    The August 23, episode of Collision was taped from the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland following the taping of the August 20, Dynamite. During the Collision taping, Isla Dawn made her AEW debut, taking on Megan Bayne.

    Dawn got a huge ovation in her native Glasgow, though she was unsuccesful in her match against Bayne. Dawn is a former NXT and WWE Women\’s Tag Team Champion who was released from WWE in February 2025. Her partner Alba Fyre remains with WWE as part of Chelsea Green\’s Secret Hervice.

    Whether Dawn\’s appearance in AEW was a one-off for the fans in Collision or the start of big things, time will tell. As Dawn wasn\’t the only notable Scottish debut at the tapings, it\’s clear that the fans in the OVO Hydro had a night full of local and international talent.

    Isla Dawn Is “Not Dead Yet,” Superstars React To Post-WWE Tease

  • Trish Stratus Mourns Mother After Cancer Battle

    WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus is in mourning following the death of her mother following a brave battle with cancer. On Instagram, Stratus shared the news of the death of Alice Stratigeas, stating that \”my heart feels broken in a way I can’t describe.” The seven-time WWE Women\’s Champion added that \”life will never be the same\” and ended with a poignant message of \”f*** cancer.\”

    Stratus had cancelled an appearance at a convention in Wales to be by her mother\’s side in her final days. Stratus\’ most recent appearance for WWE came at the Evolution 2 PLE, where she unsuccessfully challenged Women\’s Champion Tiffany Stratton.

    We here at SEScoops would like to extend our condolences to Trish and her family at this sad time.

     

  • Grado Debuts At ROH Taping, Uses Madonna\’s Like A Prayer

    Popular Scottish wrestler Grado made his Ring of Honor debut this week, and was able to use his popular Like A Prayer theme song. At the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland, Grado had the fans on their feet for his entrance.

    The song has been synonymous with Grado, though he was unable to use it during his time with TNA Wrestling. As seen here, and with Bryan Danielson\’s use of The Final Countdown, Tony Khan has been willing to use licenced songs for key entrances.

    Grado has competed in several notable promotions within the UK, including RevPro, PROGRESS and World of Sport. Outside the UK, Grado has competed for Germany\’s wXw, as well as U.S. based companies including GCW and TNA.

    It remains to be seen if Grado\’s appearance for ROH was a one-off in Scotland, or the start of bigger things to come. One thing for certain, is that the popular star had a hero\’s welcome in Glasgow.

  • Becky Lynch Says She Does More Good Being Bad in WWE

    Becky Lynch may have spent years as one of WWE\’s top babyfaces, but she\’s far more comfortable showing her dastardly side. Speaking to Cody Rhodes on What Do You Wanna Talk About?, Lynch gushed over her love for playing the heel.

    \”I really love being a bad guy. I feel like I do more good being bad, you know?… I\’m better at making people look good. I\’m not a cool wrestler. I don\’t have cool moves. I don\’t like—you don\’t do anything.\”

    Lynch\’s most recent heel run has seen her capture the Women\’s Intercontinental Champion, ending the reign of fellow countrywoman and inaugural champion Lyra Valkyria. For Lynch, playing the villain allows for far more freedom.

    \”When you are a babyface, you have to be selfish. Because you have to be liked. Your job is to look the coolest… it becomes political… Whereas when you\’re a heel, you get that freedom. My job is to make you look cool.\”

    Lynch\’s sentiments have been echoed by many over the years as being a dastardly heel is often found to be more fun than a lovable babyface. For Lynch, there\’s little better than riling up fans and using her actions to get audiences to rally behind her opponent.

    Currently, Lynch has found herself feuding with Nikki Bella, another woman who knows all about playing both a heel and a face. With a match between the two expected, it remains to be seen how Lynch will coax fans to back the WWE Hall of Famer.

    ‘Cancel Me’ – Becky Lynch Pushes Back on Cancel Culture

  • Natalya: When Wrestling Gets Easy, I\’ll Know It\’s Time to Retire

    WWE veteran Natalya has opened up about her life as a pro-wrestler and knows when it will be time to hang up her boots for good. On Instagram, Natalya reflected on being the first woman to be awarded the prestigious Lou Thesz award. Natalya was open as she spoke about the difficulties in wrestling, adding that if that ever changes, she know it\’s time to go.

    Like everything worth spending a life chasing,
    the wrestling business has never been easy.
    It’s not easy today.
    It never gets easy, and if it ever does,
    I’ll know that’s when it’s time to hang them up.

    Natalya\’s post comes eight years to the day since she captured the SmackDown Women\’s Championship, her most recent singles title. In WWE, Natalya is also a former Divas Champion and WWE Women\’s Tag Team Champion. She also holds several World Records, including having the most matches of any woman in WWE history, in addition to the most victories.

    Outside WWE, Natalya has been able to show her \’Nattie\’ side, a more violent take on the typically glamorous Superstar. Whether it\’s another year or another decade in the ring, Natalya is ready to fight with all she has to call herself a professional wrestler.

  • Bryan Danielson Confirmed For Dynamite & Forbidden Door Role

    Bryan Danielson will be a part of the festivities surrounding AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door 2025, though fans shouldn\’t expect him in action. AEW has confirmed that Danielson will be one of the hosts of the show\’s Zero Hour kick-off event. The former AEW World Champion will host alongside Jeff Jarrett, Renee Paquette, and RJ City.

    Fans won\’t have to wait until Forbidden Door to hear from the American Dragon. With Taz set to miss tonight\’s AEW Dynamite due to health issues, AEW has confirmed that Danielson will be calling the action in Glasgow, Scotland.

    https://twitter.com/AEW/status/1958219441184923899

    Bryan\’s appearance comes amid ongoing speculation about his in-ring future. Danielson has not competed in close to a year since his lost to Jon Moxley at October 2024\’s WrestleDream. While Danielson made a return at All In: Texas, he has been open about the possibility that his career may be over.

    Danielson has a unique history with Forbidden Door, including being pulled from the inaugural event in 2022 due to an injury. An injury suffered at Forbidden Door in 2023 would force Bryan to miss months of in-ring action. The 2024 show saw Danielson defeat Shingo Takagi in a Men\’s Owen Hart Cup Tournament First Round match.

    Whether he\’s competing or not, Bryan Danielson continues to prove popular among wrestling fans. Stay tuned for the latest from this weekend\’s Forbidden Door pay-per-view.

    Bryan Danielson & Will Ospreay Steal the Show at AEW Karaoke Night

  • Champion & Challenger Collide After WWE NXT in Philadelphia

    The August 19, episode of WWE NXT saw a new challenger confirmed for WWE NXT Champion Oba Femi. In a gruelling main event, Je\’Von Evans earned himself a match with The Ruler with a hard-fought win over Trick Williams. The chaotic main event concluded with TNA\’s Mike Santana distracting Trick, allowing for Evans to capitalize and get the win.

    Evans had little time to celebrate his massive victory. In a WWE NXT Digital Exclusive, Evans was confronted by Femi. Oba, who has dominated as WWE NXT Champion since January, held his title aloft, a clear message that he doesn\’t plan on losing the gold anytime soon.

    Evans and Femi will battle at WWE Heatwave which will take place on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium in Lowell, Massachusetts. With a stacked card including NXT and main roster talent, as well as stars from TNA Wrestling in action, it remains to be seen who will walk away as the WWE NXT Champion.

    Trick Williams Roasts Fans At WWE NXT in Philadelphia

  • Trick Williams Roasts Fans At WWE NXT in Philadelphia

    TNA World Champion Trick Williams had plenty to say about the WWE NXT fans in Philadelphia, even before the show went on the air. As fans cued outside the Met Philadelphia venue for the August 19, episode, Williams made himself loud and clear with some barbs at the crowd.

    Seeing one fan, Williams asked if his girlfriend had dressed him, and if so, quipped that \”she don\’t love you.\” One fan was dubbed \’Paul Heyman\’ by Trick, who rejected the fan\’s attempted fist bump. Similarly, Trick rejected a fan\’s attempt to show him some love with a high-five, telling the fan \”their ain\’t no love\” and that Philadelphia is \”my city.\”

    A fan spotted wearing a JeVon Evans shirt was mocked as poor with Williams saying the fan had seats in the \’nosebleeds,\’ adding that only Trick Williams fans can afford good seats. Williams posed for a selfie but walked away before the image could be taken, before telling a fan that his Phildelphia Eagles gear was clearly a knock-off.

    Williams\’ barbs demonstrates that the NXT Superstar can entertain both in and out of the ring. And as a leading name in both WWE NXT and TNA Wrestling, fans can expect to see much more of Trick Williams.

    The Undertaker Praises Trick Williams After WWE NXT Confrontation

  • Top WWE Stars Want Alberto El Patron Back, Claims Alum

    Much has been said about Alberto El Patron\’s potential return to WWE, close to a decade after his most recent run with the company came to an end. Now, a former WWE commentator has claimed that some of WWE\’s very top Superstars wants the former World Champion back with the company.

    Speaking to Lucha Libre Online, Hugo Savinovich discussed El Patron\’s situation. While WWE avoided mentioning El Patron upon their acquisition of AAA, Savinovich claims that there\’s no shortage of people hoping he returns.

    \”Roman Reigns wants him to return… I mean, when you have the influence of Roman Reigns, you can say \’I want Alberto to come back\’… and stars like Drew McIntyre, the entire Samoan clan, and Rey Mysterio [want Alberto back.]\”

    The Undertaker is another name who wants Alberto back, Savinovich added, claiming the Phenom \”wants to use his creative to get the most out of Alberto\’s character.\” Ultimately, the decision regarding rehiring El Patron will come down to Paul \’Triple H\’ Levesque, though in Hugo\’s eyes, the decision is a no-brainer.

    \”Now it\’s up to Triple H to say \’Hey, the people want him back.\”

    Alberto was released in 2014 after a physical altercation backstage and in 2016 following a Wellness Policy violation. While WWE reportedly has no plans for a return, the former World Champion proved exceptionally popular in Mexico during his AAA tenure.

    With El Patron leaving AAA per the stipulation of a recent match, time will tell what\’s next for him. If what Savinovich is saying is true, however, a third run in WWE can\’t be counted out.

    Rey Mysterio: I Will Bring Alberto El Patron Back

  • Ex-WWE Star Gable Steveson Set For MMA Debut

    WWE had high hopes for Gable Steveson, that ultimately didn\’t pan out for the Olympic Gold Medalist. Now, Steveson\’s next move has been confirmed as he is stepping into the world of MMA. On X, MMA promotion LFA announced that Steveson has signed with the company. Not only that, but the former WWE Superstar will make his fighting debut at their LFA 217 event on September 12.

    Steveson signed with WWE in 2021 mere weeks after capturing Olympic Gold in Tokyo, Japan. Despite high expectations and comparisons to Kurt Angle, Steveson would only have one televised match during his WWE tenure. The match, an NXT showdown with Baron Corbin, would end in a double count-out, and Steveson\’s remaining matches would take place off TV.

    After being cut from WWE in 2024, Steveson tried his hand in Football and would sign with the Buffalo Bills. Steveson\’s career with the Bills would also fizzle out without notoiety. Now, the Olympian is hoping that the third time\’s the charm and that MMA proves to be where he belonged all along.

    Stay up to date with the latest breaking news from the world of MMA at MMANews.com.

    Gable Steveson Reflects on WWE Exit: ‘It Was Not the Right Time’

  • The Beast Mortos Teases Wanting Kids, Mercedes Moné Responds

    The Beast Mortos and Mercedes Moné recently went public with their relationship, and it seems Mortos is ready to make a major commitment. On X, Mortos spoke of Moné holding eight wrestling titles before a series of emojis teasing that he or both of them were thinking about having children. 

    Several fans responded to the post questioning Mortos\’ use of emojis and the possibility of he and Moné having children. Mercedes would also respond and while she didn\’t reject the idea, The CEO suggested that she needs more gold first.

    The couple\’s interactions comes mere hours after Naomi, a known ally of Moné, revealed that she is pregnant. Naomi\’s announcement resulted in her vacating the Women\’s World Championship, though she vowed to be back better than ever.

    With wrestling moms like Becky Lynch, Alexa Bliss and others showing that one can have a family and a career, Moné and Mortos could indeed be proud parents down the line. For now though, the CEO is set on adding more championship gold to her collection.

    Mercedes Mone Details ‘Night And Day’ Difference Between WWE And AEW Locker Rooms

  • Sol Ruca Addresses Uncertainty Around WWE Speed\’s Future

    WWE introduced WWE Speed on X in 2024, in an attempt to showcase their talent in fast-paced, high octane matches. However, with no episode of WWE Speed airing since the July 9, episode, speculation has grown among fans that the online project may be finished.

    WWE Speed\’s most recent match saw Women\’s Champion Sol Ruca retain her title over Alba Fyre. Speaking to Ten Count Media, Ruca was asked if she is the current champion, or if she was the final champion.

    \”I know there’s a little confusion about what’s going on, and honestly, I don’t really have an answer either.\”

    Ruca, also the WWE NXT Women\’s North American Champion, remained positive, saying that until she hears otherwise, she is a double champion. Even if WWE Speed as a show is finished, Ruca believes the premise could live-on in NXT.

    \”Maybe we’ll start doing stuff with it on NXT. I mean, I was starting to wear it on NXT, which before wasn’t allowed… now we’re just trying to figure out what we want to do with it.\”

    After Ruca\’s victory over Fyre, WWE did not announce a new tournament to decide her next challenger, another sign of the show\’s end according to some. Whatever comes next, Ruca is ready to put her gold on the line, no matter how many titles she holds.

    NXT’s Sol Ruca Breaking Records As A WWE Double Champion

  • Willow Nightingale: It\’s Time For Women\’s Blood & Guts

    Since debuting in 2021, Blood and Guts has become one of AEW\’s most iconic matches, with some of the company\’s very top stars competing. So far, women have yet to have a Blood and Guts match of their own, though Willow Nightingale is ready for that to change.

    Speaking with Blavity, Nightingale put the idea forward for a Women\’s Blood and Guts match. The former AEW TBS Champion argued that the women, like the men, would not shy away from getting visceral.

    \”I feel like we have our own unique identity, and I really do think a Blood And Guts type match is a part of that. I think we love bearing that. I think we love the viscerality of that, so it’s about time if something like that does happen.\”

    In addition to Blood and Guts, Nightingale is hoping that AEW goes further with its use of inter-gender wrestling. After sharing the ring with the likes of Swerve Strickland and Jon Moxley, Willow is honored to work with AEW\’s best, regardless of their sex.

    \”It’s something that I wear with pride to be one of the people that really helped push the boundaries.\”

    Nightingale\’s comments aren\’t the first time the topic of a Women\’s Blood and Guts match have come up. When asked, AEW President Tony Khan shared what it\’d take for a Women\’s Blood and Guts match to happen. While AEW certainly allows more blood for women\’s matches than WWE, time will tell if Nightingale gets the match she believes her colleagues are ready for.

    “We Bleed Every Month” – Willow Nightingale Hits Back at Women’s Blading Stigma

  • Taz To Miss Huge AEW Week Due To Health Issues

    AEW is preparing for a huge week ahead with Dynamite, Collision and their much-anticipated Forbidden Door crossover event. Unfortunately, one of AEW\’s regular on-screen acts, Taz, will not be part of the festivities.

    The Human Suplex Machine took to X to inform fans that he will be absent from both AEW Dynamite and the Forbidden Door pay-per-view. Taz explained that with several doctor\’s appointments and potential surgeries looming, traveling to the UK for the week is out of the question.

    https://twitter.com/OfficialTAZ/status/1957801114419577292

    This news comes after Taz underwent knee replacement surgery last year. While he will no-doubt be missed on commentary, it is important for Taz to prioritize his health over his role with AEW\’s broadcast team.

    ECW Alum Defend Promotion After Comparison To Moxley Spike Spot

  • WWE Honors ECW At RAW in Philadelphia

    The August 18, episode of WWE Raw emenated from Philadelphia, PA, a city tied to the legacy and violence of the original ECW. It was therefore only fitting that the show had several nods to ECW during the broadcast.

    During an in-ring promo, ECW alum Paul Heyman brought up a number of legends of ECW, including The Sandman, New Jack, Rob Van Dam, and the late, great Sabu. Heyman also referred to \”the late, great Tommy Dreamer,\” despite the fact that Dreamer is not dead.

    Heyman landed a blow on Dreamer, saying \”I know he’s not dead yet, but he should be.\” When Bron Breakker asked Heyman if Dreamer is still alive, the WWE Hall of Famer said \”Yeah, unfortunately.\”

    Later in the show, Jey Uso was in action in an Extreme Rules match. With a shopping trolley of weapons and a bandana around his head, many fans saw this as a tribute to the late New Jack.

    ECW may have gone out of business in 2001, but the legacy of the Extreme promotion remains to this day. These tributes show that the spirit of ECW is alive and well in the hearts of fans and those who appear for WWE.

    WWE Revives ECW’s Wrestlepalooza for September 20 PLE

  • Kevin Nash Calls Dishonesty On Bret Hart\’s SummerSlam Claim

    Bret Hart recently made headlines when he spoke about being invited to SummerSlam, only to be told there wasn\’t a seat for him. For Hart, this situation demonstrated what he feels is a lack of respect of him by WWE despite his contributions to the pro-wrestling world.

    During his interview, Hart claimed that Kevin Nash received a seat, alluding to WWE giving preferential treatment to one of Paul Levesque\’s closest allies. On his Kliq This podcast, however, Nash tells a very different story

    \”I didn’t go to the show, because I knew I didn’t have a seat. I guess my name got brought up, it would be, oh! Triple H’s buddy got a f*cking seat!\”

    Instead of attending the show, Nash had a signing inside MetLife Stadium, the two-time WWE Hall of Famer claimed. Nash added that his signing lasted from 1:30 to 3 o\’clock, but that was all he did.

    Nash shared that he called Bret, making clear that \”I stopped going after they put me in a f*cking box and the monitor in the box didn\’t work.\” Nash also rejected the idea of watching a show with no announcing, as well as being unable to fast-forward the show.

    As for Bret, it remains to be seen when, if ever, he appears for WWE again. Whatever\’s next, the Hitman believes he was disrespected at WWE\’s Biggest Party of the Summer.

    Bret Hart Names the Best Wrestler in the World Today

    h/t – Fightful

  • Bayley Transformation Continues, Asked If She Needs A Hug

    Bayley\’s slow transformation continued during the August 18, episode of WWE Raw, and the Role Model may be returning to an old character. Bayley was hearing voices during the previous Raw and that torment continued during this week\’s show in Philadelphia.

    In a backstage segment, Bayley once again heard those voices as they taunted her. They mocked her for being so influential in WWE yet not currently being booked, and for missing both WrestleMania and SummerSlam. The torment escalated until Bayley screamed for the voices to stop—only for them to respond by asking if she wanted a hug.

    Several fans responded to the above video, suggesting that this could mark the return of the Hugger side of Bayley. The former Women\’s Champion infamously left her hugging ways behind in 2019 when she turned heel for the first time in WWE. Some predicted a split-personality character that would see Bayley play her current self, her heel \’Role Model\’ side, and her bubbly Hugger character.

    Whatever comes next, Bayley\’s segments continue to garner the attention of fans. Time will tell if Bayley\’s future will see her bust out the occassional hug as well as her more violent moves.