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Author: Thomas Lowson

  • WWE Evolution 2 Confirmed for Atlanta on July 13

    WWE has confirmed that Evolution 2 will take place in 2025, confirming speculation about the all-female event that has been circulating for months. The show was confirmed during May\’s Saturday Night\’s Main Event special on NBC and will take place on Sunday, July 13.

    The event will be one of three massive shows coming to Atlanta in July 2025. The city will also see NXT Great American Bash as well as Saturday Night\’s Main Event, giving fans an epic weekend of WWE action.

    There had been rumblings for months about Evolution 2, a show fans have been hoping to see since the inaugural event in 2018. Now, fans will get the chance to see what the current crop of female talent are capable on a show of their own.

  • El Hijo del Vikingo Vs. Chad Gable Set for Worlds Collide

    On June 7, WWE and AAA will host its Worlds Collide event, bringing together two staples of professional wrestling under one roof. Now, it has been confirmed for El Hijo del Vikingo, who will take on Chad Gable. Their match was confirmed at WWE Saturday Night\’s Main Event on May 25.

    Gable\’s inclusion in Worlds Collide is noteworthy given his issues with luchadors and highflyers, including Penta, Rey Mysterio, Rey Fenix, and others. Now, the American Made star will hope to prove his superiority over lucha libre when he battles one of the most decorated luchadors in recent memory.

    The WWExAAA Worlds Collide card so far is as follows:

    • Chad Gable (WWE) Vs. El Hijo del Vikingo (AAA)
    • Legado Del Fantasma (Santos Escobar, Berto, and Angel) (WWE) Vs. El Hijo del Dr. Wagner Jr., Psycho Clown, and Pagano Jr. (AAA)

    Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from Worlds Collide and the latest on AAA as part of this new era under WWE\’s ownership.

  • Bronson Reed Returns, Aligns With Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker & Paul Heyman

    WWE Saturday Night\’s Main Event kicked off in a thunderous manner with the return of Bronson Reed to programming. In the opening match, CM Punk and Seth Rollins battled Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker. This back-and-forth contest featured some of the very top stars Monday Night Raw has to offer.

    The finish of the match saw the faces rolling until Reed emerged and sent Punk through the barricade. The numbers game would prove too much for Sami, who was pinned by Bron Breakker. After the match, Breakker and Reed tease throwing hands, until Rollins hugged his former nemesis. Reed and Breakker also hugged and Reed would hit a Tsunami on Punk for good measure.

    Reed had suffered an injury at Survivor Series: WarGames in November 2024 after diving off of the WarGames structure. Now Reed is back and is part of what\’s proving to be one of WWE\’s most dominant groups.

  • Oba Femi Vows Win Over \’Stephanie\’s Boyfriend\’ in NXT Title Match

    The rumored relationship between Myles Borne and NXT Women\’s Champion Stephanie Vaquer has seemingly been confirmed by Borne\’s rival Oba Femi. During an interview with WFLA’s Stream Center, Femi confirmed the relationship while discussing his upcoming match with Borne.

    \”I’m looking forward to, you know, beating up Stephanie’s boyfriend… he’s worked his way up the ranks and uh—he’s won a couple matches to earn an opportunity for the NXT Championship, which I respect.\”

    While Femi acknowledges that Borne has earned his shot at the title, that won\’t change the result in the eyes of the reigning NXT Champion.

    \”This is not a Disney movie. You don’t get the happy ending. You don’t get to run off into the sunset with my belt.\”

    Borne and Vaquer were recently spotted together on social media, leading some to speculate that the NXT duo were an item. Now, it appears Femi has confirmed that this is the case.

    Borne, who recently opened up about his deafness, will challenge Femi at WWE NXT Battleground. While many are rooting for Borne to win the gold, Femi is vowing that this will not be a Hollywood feel-good ending at the May 25, event.

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  • Karrion Kross Reveals Pitch to Revive WWE\’s Corporate Ministry

    Karrion Kross was once the leader of the Final Testament, but he once had plans to resurrect a much different faction. Speaking to 10 Count with Steve Fall, Kross revealed that he once wanted to bring back the Corporate Ministry.

     \”I had ideas about bringing back the Corporate Ministry. That was—that was one of my final ideas that I had. And I had a series of writers on board for that. They thought it was a very good idea.\”

    The Corporate Ministry came together in 1999 and was a merger of The Corporation, led by Vince and Shane McMahon, and The Undertaker\’s Ministry of Darkness. Kross explained how he wanted to give his group a fresh twist by tapping onto some themes prevalent in today\’s society.

    \”There’s always these conspiracy theories about esoteric businesses and stuff like that, and cults and like evil companies and stuff like that. I thought there would be a tasteful way to fictionalize that type of stuff.\”

    Kross recalled \”a bunch of people\” thinking that he\’d be perfect in the role, so much so that there was talk about creating a podium an other props. While the idea had support, it didn\’t go far enough to get the blessing from two names who would’ve been key.

    \”The only people that I had not gotten a blessing from to do it—because we weren’t that far down the road—would be like Taker and Vince.\”

    The Corporate Ministry came to an end in 1999, but remains an iconic memory for WWE fans. As for Kross, his growing popularity has led many to predict a bigger role on WWE TV moving forward.

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  • WWE Superstars To Battle Fans At First-Ever Fanatics Games

    WWE Superstars know all about competing in the ring, and now some of the company\’s top talents are coming to the Fanatics Games. During WWE SmackDown, it was announced that Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena, WWE Women\’s Champion Tiffany Stratton, Becky Lynch, and Logan Paul will be competing at this year\’s games.

    The Fanatics Games will take place from June 20-22, and will feature a high-stakes, multi-event skills showdown as part of Fanatics Fest. Fans will have the chance to take on some top names in sports and entertainement, including the aforementioned WWE names, NFL stars, Olympians, and more.

    The grand champion will receive $1,000,000 in cash, while second place will take home a Ferrari 812 GTS. 3rd place will win a Lebron James 2003-2004 Topps Chrome Gold Refractor, which recently sold for $250,000. If no fan finishes in the top three, the highest-scoring fan will receive $100,000.

    WWE has been partnering with Fanatics for years and this involvement in the Fanatics Games highlights the strength of this partnership.

  • Alexa Bliss Bites Back After Tiffany Stratton\’s \’Vintage\’ Jibe

    Alexa Bliss was on the May 23, edition of WWE SmackDown, Alexa Bliss confronted Tiffany Stratton, and vowed victory in the Women\’s Money in the Bank ladder match. Bliss also declared that she would cash in on Stratton in a clear warning to the reigning WWE Women\’s Champion.

    The pair were confronted by Charlotte Flair, who also had some choice words for Stratton ahead of her Money in the Bank qualifying match. Refusing to back down, Stratton said how the pair were \’vintage,\’ a not-so-subtle jab at both Bliss and Flair being older than Tiffy Time. Stratton also argued that while the duo were the \’standard\’ of women\’s wrestling for years in WWE, she is the upgrade.

    On X, Bliss bit back at the notion that she is \’vintage.\’ The Goddess argued that whether she\’s vintage or not, Stratton is just a \”cheap imitation\” of her.

    Bliss is just one of several top names confirmed for this year\’s star-studded Women\’s Money in the Bank ladder match. Alongside Bliss, fans will get to see Roxanne Perez, Rhea Ripley, and Giulia in action. With two spots left, it remains to be seen who will qualify next and potentially earn a shot at Tiffany Stratton.

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  • Giulia Exudes Confidence After SmackDown In-Ring Debut Win

    On the May 23, edition of WWE SmackDown, Giulia made her impressive in-ring debut for the blue brand, earning a spot in the Women\’s Money in the Bank ladder match. Not only did Giulia advance with a win over WWE\’s most decorate female star Charlotte Flair, but she earned the submission victory over reigning Women\’s United States Champion Zelina Vega.

    After the match, Giulia relished in her victory, stating \”Smackdown! I\’m here! And Money in the Bank, soon.\”

    The match was an emotional one for Giulia and not just because of the Money in the Bank prospects. SmackDown well on the fifth anniversary of the death of Hana Kimura, a close friend of Giulia who died in 2022. After the match, Giulia pointed to the sky, which many had taken as a nod to her late friend.

    https://twitter.com/Giulia_Fan_Page/status/1926079764969746864

    Now, Giulia will move on to Money in the Bank, joining an all-star cast of Superstars in this year\’s Women\’s Ladder Match. Alongside the Beautiful Madness, Roxanne Perez, Rhea Ripley, and Alexa Bliss have qualified. Next week\’s SmackDown will see Naomi, Nia Jax, and Jade Cargill battle for one of the two remaining spots.

  • Money in the Bank 2026 Set for New Orleans After WrestleMania Exit

    WrestleMania 42 in 2026 won’t be coming to New Orleans after all, but the city will be hosting that year\’s Money in the Bank. In a statement shared on X, Paul \’Triple H\’ Levesque confirmed that Money in the Bank 2026 will take place on Saturday, August 29.

    “Money in the Bank is one of our biggest events of the year with high stakes, amazing drama and the chance of a lifetime for two WWE Superstars to walk away with a coveted Money in the Bank briefcase.”

    Levesque also discussed the news that WrestleMania 42 will not be taking place in New Orleans as originally planned. Despite this change, fans in \’NOLA\’ will still have the biggest show of the year once more in the future.

    “Stay tuned for more details on a WrestleMania coming to New Orleans, which will be announced at a later date. As our major live event calendar in New Orleans continues to expand and evolve… so that just leaves one question. And are you ready?”

    While a location for WrestleMania 42 was not confirmed, it has been reported that the show will return to New Orleans, giving fans in Sin City another major spectacle after this year\’s event.

  • Bianca Belair Return & More Set for WWE SmackDown in Knoxville

    The road to WWE Money in the Bank will head to Knoxville, TN for the May 30, edition of WWE SmackDown. Not only can fans expected a stacked event but they can expect the return of former WWE Women\’s Champion Bianca Belair. During the May 23, episode, Belair\’s return was confirmed with a video package in which she reflected on all that has happened as of late.

    Belair last competed at WrestleMania 41, where she failed to capture the Women\’s World Title from IYO SKY in a triple-threat match which included Rhea Ripley. During that match, Belair suffered broken fingers, an injury that has kept her out ever since.

    Now, Belair is on her way back but that\’s not all planned for next week\’s SmackDown. Fans tuning in or watching live in Knoxville can also expect:

    • Bianca Belair returns in her hometown of Knoxville, TN
    • Nia Jax vs. Jade Cargill vs. Naomi – Women’s Money in the Bank Qualifier
    • Jacob Fatu vs. Carmelo Hayes vs. Andrade – Men’s Money in the Bank Qualifier
    • John Cena returns to address the WWE Universe

    Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the news about the upcoming SmackDown and about the return of Bianca Belair.

  • Tony Khan: Vince McMahon\’s Terrible XFL Relaunch Helped Inspire AEW

    AEW has been in operation since 2019, giving fans an alternative to WWE and its booking of talent. While speaking to Ilana Golan on Leap Academy, Tony Khan explained how Vince McMahon announcing the return of the XFL in 2018 helped inspire his creation.

    “In 2018, the McMahon family announced they were going to relaunch the XFL. That probably also had an effect on my thinking because that sounded like a terrible idea to me.

    \”The amount of money they were going to put into it, when the NFL is such a dominant competitor and the NFL is so strong, and I was proven right because the XFL did go bankrupt, I thought, ‘That’s not going to work.’ You know what would work? A second wrestling league.\”

    Khan argued that the pool of wrestlers were so big, that building a challenger to WWE would be easier than having the XFL battle the NFL. Khan added that as a fan of wrestling and football, wrestling needed a second league more than football does, and claimed to have been proven right.

    The XFL was scrapped in 2020, though it was the COVID-19 pandemic that ultimately doomed McMahon\’s second attempt at football. The league was acquired by The Rock that same year and merged with the USFL to create the UFL in November 2023.

    Six years on since AEW was announced, the company remains the most direction competition WWE is facing. It reemains to be seen if the company ever becomes number one in wrestling.

  • Goldberg Teases Location Of Retirement Match in 2025

    Goldberg will wrestle for the final time in 2025, ending one of the most iconic in-ring careers of all time. Speaking to My San Antonio, Goldberg remained coy about match specifics, but shared where he intends his farewell to take place.

    “It’s going to be in the South. This gives me the opportunity to put a stamp on my career in front of the people I care the most about.”

    Goldberg made his name in wrestling as part of WCW, a promotion that hosted most of its biggest events in Southern United States. A native of Atlanta, Georgia, Goldberg\’s biggest moment, capturing the WCW World Heavyweight Championship from Hollywood Hogan, would take place in the South.

    As for Goldberg\’s opponent, that still remains a mystery. Many have pointed at GUNTHER, who had an altercation with Goldberg at the WWE Bad Blood PLE (also in Georgia.) With Goldberg announcing his retirement plans shortly after his face-off with the Austrian, it\’s no wonder why many believe the Ring General will give Goldberg his send-off.

    No matter who, where, or when, Goldberg\’s send off will be a huge final chapter for the WWE Hall of Famer. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Goldberg\’s in-ring farewell.

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  • Why Kenny Omega Wants To Shake the Hand of WWE\’s Most Controversial Coach

    Kenny Omega will likely never be known as a Superstar, but he was once part of Deep South Wrestling, a developmental territory for WWE. Speaking candidly during a Twitch stream, Omega detailed the physical and emotional toll of training Bill DeMott employed, and how it pushed him to the limit.

    “He allowed for me to develop a palette to eat s*** on a daily basis, over and over again—get the f*** beaten out of me on a daily basis, over and over again. Be told that you’re nothing, that you’ll never be anything, that you’re not good enough, that everything you do is wrong, that you suck.”

    Despite the emotional strain, Omega expressed a complicated sense of respect for the experience. The former AEW World Champion now believes that DeMott\’s tactics ultimately did him good and would like to reward him.

    “If you can endure that, you emerge as a better person, a tougher person. For that, I would love to shake his hand or buy him a meal.”

    DeMott\’s methods were known for being controversial, including allegedly using homophobic and racial slurs against the young wrestlers. When several wrestlers came forward, alleging that Demott had let trainees train while naked and accused him of condoning sexual harrassment, DeMott would step down from WWE in 2015.

    As for Omega, he has become a decorated champion and a well-respected name in wrestling, and believes he has Bill DeMott to thank for some of his success.

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  • Lyra Valkyria on Conor McGregor in WWE: \’He Doesn’t Have What It Takes\’

    Conor McGregor may be a larger-than-life figure in combat sports, but WWE\’s Lyra Valkyria isn’t convinced he could cut it in professional wrestling. Speaking with the Irish Mirror to promote WWE Friday Night SmackDown’s return to Ireland this August, the Valkyrie was asked about McGregor one day stepping from UFC to WWE. But despite sharing Irish roots and global appeal, Valkyria offered a blunt response: “He doesn’t have what it takes.”

    McGregor has repeatedly teased an interest in pro wrestling with many believing it is just a matter of times before he joins WWE. However, several controversies continue to plague McGregor, including run-ins with the law that may make WWE hesitant to bring him on board.

    McGregor has also teased a political future in his native Ireland, which would make any future as a WWE Superstar difficult. Valkryia declined to comment when asked about McGregor\’s political aims.

    As for Valkyria, her journey in WWE has gone from strength to strength. A former NXT Women\’s Champion and the reigning WWE Intercontinental Champion, Valkyria is proving that she is doing just fine representing Ireland in WWE, without McGregor in sight.

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  • JC Mateo on WWE Debut: \’I Hoped Fans Knew Who I Was\’

    JC Mateo—formerly known as Jeff Cobb—has opened up about his transition from NJPW to WWE, culminating in his debut at WWE Backlash 2025. In a recent interview with KUAM News, Mateo shared his nerves before appearing in St. Louis to aid Jacob Fatu in his U.S. Title match.

    \”I didn’t come up through the WWE system. I made a name for myself outside of WWE. So, it’s always scary when you’re gonna debut on WWE and you’re kind of like, ‘Oh man, I hope the people know who I am.’\”

    Mateo\’s fears were quickly silenced as he earned a huge ovation during Backlash. Mateo is grateful that WWE\’s HD cameras weren\’t able to pick up his emotional reaction to the response.

    \”Hearing that reaction firsthand was like, very—thank goodness their camera didn’t zoom in on my arms but the goosebumps, it was there for sure.\”

    Mateo’s path to WWE has been far from typical, but that only makes the moment more meaningful now he is here. As the latest member of the Bloodline, fans can expect to see plenty of the former IWGP Tag Team Champion on WWE programming.

  • JoJo Offerman Pens Birthday Tribute to Late Fiancé Bray Wyatt

    Bray Wyatt’s passing remains one of the most heartbreaking moments in wrestling, with tributes continuing to pour in since his death in August 2023. On May 23, 2025, on what should have been Bray\’s 38th birthday, JoJo Offerman shared a heartfelt tribute to her fiance.

    Wyatt\’s death came months after he was taken off WWE TV in early 2023 over health reasons which were not publicly shared at the time. Wyatt had only returned to WWE the previous October after a much-criticized release in 2021. Fans had been excited to see what Wyatt would do in his return to WWE, making his tragically-young passing all the more heartbreaking.

    Though Bray Wyatt is no longer with us, his legacy endures—not only through his contributions to wrestling but through the profound love his family and fans continue to show.

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  • TNA Pulls Title Match Ahead Of Under Siege Event

    Tonight, May 23, TNA Wrestling will host its Under Siege event, but one title match planned for the event has now been pulled by the promotion.On this week’s TNA iMPACT, Director of Authority Santino Marella shared that the International title match that had been set between champ Steve Maclin and Matt Cardona was off.

    Marella explained that Maclin still isn’t medically cleared after his brutal Dog Collar match with Eric Young a few weeks ago, and the title match will instead happen on next week’s impact. The match was incredibly violent and shortly after, it was reported that TNA would be scaling back on the use of blood and violence, though neither will vanish from the promotion\’s programming alltogether.

    While this change is disappointing, it is being done in Maclin’s best interests, and fans can expect a stacked show with TNA Under Siege, even without this title match.

  • Kevin Owens Advertised For WWE TV Event Amid Injury Hiatus

    Shortly before WrestleMania, Kevin Owens shared that he is dealing with a neck injury, one that has threatened his in-ring career and will keep him out indefinitely. While it’s unclear when Owens will wrestle again, WWE is promoting the former Universal Champion for the June 13th edition of WWE SmackDown.The is the only upcoming show Owens is being promoted for, and while the card is ‘subject to change’, it is unclear if his inclusion is an oversight, a mistake, or a sign of a genuine return.

    Owens is not the only notable name being advertised, as Cody Rhodes is being advertised for tonight’s SmackDown in what’d be his first appearance since his WrestleMania 41 loss. Randy Orton is being advertised for next week’s episode of WWE SmackDown, though it’s unclear if he’s ready to return after his defeat at the hands of John Cena at Backlash.

    As for Owens, his situation is serious and WWE won’t have him wrestle until he is 100%, but a non-physical return could be coming within a matter of weeks.

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  • Mick Foley Names Iconic Match \’Overkill,\’ Pleased For Safer Wrestling

    Mick Foley had plenty of violent battles in WWE but one match stands out as a particularly unpleasant experience for the WWE Hall of Famer. Speaking with the No Contest Wrestling podcast, Foley reflected on his match with The Rock at Royal Rumble 1999 and the several chair shots to the skull he received on that January night.

    \”I’m glad that chair shots to the head are gone… You’ll never see a match like the one I had with The Rock with the 11 shots, that was definitely overkill.\”

    The pair\’s WWE Championship I-Quit match was won by The Rock, albeit in controversial fashion as he used a recording of Mick saying the dreaded two words. On the podcast, Foley recalled watching the match with a group of fans, sharing that things turned sour for him once the chairshots came into play.

    \”It was actually a fun match up until the chairs. There was a lot of good dialogue on the microphone, Rock of course with the humor. It was really going well and then that ending was just a little much.”

    Foley would get his revenge, and the WWE Championship, not long after, besting The Rock during the popular, though not as iconic Halftime Heat. The pair would continue to battle in 1999 before eventually becoming allies as the popular \’Rock \’n Sock\’ connection.

    With more known today about the longterm effects of blows to the head, many promotions, including WWE, have fazed out chair shots to the head. While some fans may miss this hardcore act, the move is one completely backed by the Hardcore Legend.

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  • Update On Zoey Stark After WWE Raw Injury

    Zoey Stark suffered a leg injury during the May 19, edition of WWE Raw, resulting in her early exit from a Women\’s Money in the Bank Ladder match qualifier. Stark struggled to put any weight on her leg after the spot and was eventually carried to the back by officials.

    Stark\’s injury is significantly more serious than initially believed, reports Fightful. While Stark has hinted on social media that surgery may be imminent, backstage reports indicate that WWE is preparing for her to be sidelined for the remainder of the year.

    The prevailing belief backstage is that Stark may have suffered a tear requiring surgery, though WWE has yet to confirm an official diagnosis. Nonetheless, officials are reportedly bracing for a long recovery—possibly extending into late 2025.

    Stark has been on the receiving end of countless positive messages from fans and wrestlers alike. On X, the former NXT Women\’s Tag Team Champion made clear these well-wishes haven\’t gone unnoticed.

    While WWE has not released a formal timetable for her return, it’s clear this setback may remove the Raw Superstar for a signficant time. We at SEScoops are continuing to wish Zoey Stark a full and speedy recovery.

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  • WrestleMania 42 from New Orleans? Maybe Not

    WrestleMania 42 will not take place in New Orleans, it has been reported, raising questions about the host city for the April 2026 Premium Live Event.

    A statement provided by the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation to Wrestlenomics highlighted some of the big upcoming events coming to the city, while dropping the bombshell about WrestleMania.

    “The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and New Orleans & Company are working closely with our friends at TKO to expand our long-standing partnership which will include UFC 318 on July 19, 2025, Money In The Bank in 2026, and WrestleMania – which will move from the currently scheduled 2026 timeframe to a future year.”

    The reasons for the change in plans for next year’s WrestleMania are unclear at this time, though the Foundation said that the statement was representative of both New Orleans and WWE. This news comes mere months after The Rock appeared on WWE SmackDown to share that WrestleMania would return to \’NOLA\’ in 2026.

    With this news, the question remains: Where will WrestleMania 42 take place? Will it return to a city that has hosted the event, go somewhere new, or push the boat out into the UK as countless fans are hoping? Only time will tell…

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  • Goldberg Won\’t Rush Preparations For Retirement Match

    Bill Goldberg will wrestle his final match in 2025 and is focused on giving a match worthy of a retirement. Speaking on the latest edition of the CarCast podcast, Goldberg provided a small update on his training.

    “I feel a little bit better, I’ve gained a little bit of weight man. Done a little kickboxing on the weekends. I’m getting there man, I’ve got a little bit of time left. Slowly but surely, Rome wasn’t built in a day.”

    Goldberg admitted that his not overdoing things to avoid risking an injury has been \”really tough\” but he is pleased to be on a good schedule and \”injury free as of right now.\” Given that he was in a vehicle, it was fitting that Goldberg discussed his efforts with an automobile analogy.

    \”It’s like rebuilding a car. You’ve got to strip it down to the bare minimum and sequentially build it in a logical form. It applies with a vehicle, it applies with your body. I can’t get overzealous and put s*** on before it’s time.\”

    No opponent has been confirmed for GUNTHER\’s final match, though many believe GUNTHER will give the Hall of Famer his sendoff. For now, Goldberg remains focused on honing his body for the match, no matter how long the process takes.

  • Triple H: Vince McMahon Didn\’t Like WrestleMania 38 Retirement Opener

    WrestleMania 38: Sunday kicked off in 2022 with WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque formally confirming his in-ring retirement. Levesque, who had suffered a major heart issue the previous year, left his boots in the ring—a ceremonial gesture symbolizing the end of his wrestling career.

    During a recent episode of Stephanie’s Places, Levesque reflected on his emotional farewell. While the moment carried deep significance for the 14-time WWE World Champion, his father-in-law Vince McMahon was less enthusiastic about the idea.

    “The idea of going and putting my boots in the ring was not what he had in mind. Like, ‘Why do you wanna — I gotta open the show with a downer,’” Levesque recalled.

    He disagreed with McMahon’s view, describing the segment as a “triumphant moment” rather than a somber one. For Levesque, it marked a symbolic return following his health scare. Since then, he has remained active behind the scenes as WWE’s creative lead and continues to make occasional on-screen appearances.

    As for McMahon, his time on WWE television has concluded following his resignation in January 2024. While McMahon reportedly has plans for a new entertainment company brewing, he\’ll never have the \’downer/triumphant\’ sendoff Levesque received three years ago.

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  • Karrion Kross Nearly Made A Major Change for a Very Good Cause

    Karrion Kross has been impressing fans for months in WWE, and recently, the former NXT Champion revealed plans for a major change that he had wanted to make. In a candid moment during his May 21 appearance on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani, Kross shared that he planned to change his look for a worthy cause.

    “I actually almost shaved my head in December. I was going to donate my hair to a charity… for kids suffering from hair loss.”

    Kross added that WWE supported the idea but wanted to tie it into a storyline, which ultimately didn’t materialize due to timing conflict, resulting in Kross making a change in a different way. Instead of donating his hair, Kross made a “good donation” of money and added that he continues to work with the organization privately.

    Ironically, Kross\’ hair has played a role in his on-screen character as a master-manipulator. Eagle-eyed fans have spotted that Kross often styles his hair to match whichever babyface he is trying to conver to the dark side. In 2024, Kross convinced The Miz to turn on R-Truth and in a heartbreaking moment, led to The New Day ending their lengthy friendship with Big E.

    Today, Kross remains a star in WWE of growing popularity, with his shirt now available at events. It remains to be seen what is next for the \’Devil\’s Advocate.\’

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  • Rossy Ogawa Criticized Over Fat-Shaming Comments, Kenny Omega Responds

    Utami Hayashishita is the reigning Marigold World Champion, but recent comments by the company\’s founder Rossy Ogawa about her has stemmed a backlash. Speaking with Sports Graphic Number, Ogawa discussed the champion\’s presentation and had some choice comments about her appearance.

    \”I want to see her show a toned body as a wrestler. It’s not like the Showa era. I’m not saying that just because she’s a pro wrestler, she should drink and eat a lot. But I don’t approve of a fat wrestler.”

    Ogawa\’s comments have since gone viral with many taking issue with the Japanese promoter. You can see some of the backlash to his comments below:

    Kenny Omega has long been critical of Ogawa and responded to these comments during his Twitch stream. Omega said he found it ironic that when he\’s spoken negatively of Ogawa in the past, he faces instant criticism from fans. Now, he believes fans are paying attention to the real side of the Marigold founder.

    “Someone like Rossy does a good job of revealing himself to the world on his own. And soon enough, whether he goes full mask off on his own, or people start talking, the writing will be on the wall.”

    Ogawa has yet to comment on the backlash, but many believe that his words and views on the reigning Marigold champion reflects poorly, both on him and his promotion.

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