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Author: Thomas Lowson

  • Tony Khan On Sting Appearing At WWE Hall of Fame 2025

    Lex Luger will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on April 18, and Lex and those close to him hope Sting will be the one to induct him. Speaking on a media call ahead of AEW Dynasty, Tony Khan played coy when asked about Sting possibly inducting Luger in Las Vegas.

    “I’m not sure. I’m very focused on AEW Dynasty... The last time I talked to Sting, that didn’t come up. Would have to talk to him about that.\”

    Khan also spoke about his relationship with Sting, saying the pair have maintained a positive friendship for which Khan is grateful. The AEW President added that he last spoke to Sting around March\’s Revolution pay-per-view, and that he\’s pleased that Sting is \”doing very well\” in this post-in-ring chapter of his wrestling journey.

    WWE is reportedly working to make an appearance from Sting happen, though with the Icon under contract with AEW, that will prove to be easier said than done. While Billy Gunn was allowed to appear in 2019, issues between WWE and AEW since then may make Khan reluctant to give one of his top stars to WWE for the night, or at least expect someone or something in return.

    The WWE Hall of Fame ceremony will be a celebration of Luger\’s life and career with fans eager to see the former WCW World Champion get his flowers. It remains to be seen whether Sting is the one to induct his friend, as for now, the proverbial ball is in the court of Tony Khan.

    Lex Luger Marries Ahead of WWE Hall of Fame Induction

  • WWE NXT Alum Makes Ring of Honor Debut

    Cal Bloom\’s time in WWE NXT came to an end last year but the second-generation wrestler has landed on his feet. During the April 3, 2025, edition of ROH on HonorClub, Bloom made his Ring of Honor debut in tag-team action. Bloom teamed with Deonn Rusman in a losing effort against the Gates of Agony (Bishop Kaun & Toa Liona).

    Bloom was signed to WWE from 2019 to 2024, and in 2021, debuted in WWE NXT as Von Wagner. Wagner\’s arrival in NXT would see an immediate push as he replaced Kyle O\’Reilly in a fatal four-way for the NXT Championship but was unsuccessful. His final match would come on April 2, 2024, where he took a loss to Lexis King on WWE NXT.

    It remains to be seen if Bloom\’s appearance on ROH on HonorClub was a one-off or a sign of things to come for the NXT alum. As the son of WWE alum Wayne Bloom, aka Beau Beverly, wrestling is in Cal\’s blood, leaving fans intrigued to see if ROH will now become his home.

    Ex-WWE Wrestler Von Wagner Resurfaces in AEW

  • Nickelback Celebrates Chelsea Green’s Title Reign With Birthday Surprise

    Women\’s U.S. Champion Chelsea Green is celebrating her 34th birthday and she just received quite the present over social media. Just one day before the big 3-4, Canadian rock band Nickelback reached out to celebrate the \”longest reigning Women\’s U.S. champion in WWE history.\” A delighted Green took to X to share the post, calling it \”the best (almost) birthday present.

    Nickelback\’s connection to WWE goes beyond appreciating the (by default) longest Women\’s U.S. Champion of all time. Burn It to the Ground was used as the official theme song for WWE Raw from 2009 to 2012. At the 2011 Tribute to the Troops event, the band performed live, firing up the attendees, including military personnel and their family. The band\’s track Edge of a Revolution was used as the theme for the Survivor Series 2014 event, a night that saw the debut of Sting.

    As for Green, she plans on continuing her historic reign that first began at WWE Saturday Night\’s Main Event in December 2024. As for her birthday plans, those remain a mystery though one has to predict that listening to Nickelback may now be on the agenda.

  • TNA World Champion Joe Hendry Injured Ahead Of PPV

    Joe Hendry has proven undeniable in 2025 but now his wrestling path has hit a major obstacle. During the April 3, edition of TNA iMPACT, TNA announced that Hendry suffered a \”Grade three severe sprain to his rotator cuff.\” The injury happened during a brawl segment where the TNA World Champion was grabbed by Elijah.

    This injury raises questions regarding Hendry\’s status regarding the upcoming TNA Rebellion event. At this time, the show is set to feature Hendry defending his NXT Championship against Frankie Kazarian and WWE NXT\’s Ethan Page. This will serve as Kazarian\’s Call Your Shot match after winning a guaranteed title match for a time of his choosing last year. As for Page, this will be his first match in TNA in years and his second title match against Hendry after the pair battled over the NXT title in September 2024.

    Hendry has been a hit of TNA Wrestling since the 2024 relaunch but his health is the priority. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on the TNA World Champion and his status for TNA Rebellion 2025.

    First International Champion to be Crowned at TNA Unbreakable

  • Nikki Bella Drops Major Hint at WWE Evolution 2 Return This July

    For years, fans have questioned whether WWE would ever host a second Evolution Premium Live Event and now that question has seemingly been answered. On her Nikki and Brie Show, Nikki alluded to an in-ring return for an important event coming this July. While Brie seemed confused at first, she quickly realised what the July event her sister was alluding to, but wasn\’t able to say.

    Though neither Nikki nor Brie mentioned the show by name, fans have deduced what show the pair were talking about. Recent reports from BodySlam.net and other have stated that a second WWE Evolution event will be taking place on July 5, fitting Nikki\’s timeframe. Addressing the rumors, Charlotte Flair was all in favor of a sequel event, but stopped short of saying it will happen.

    The first WWE Evolution event was held in October 2018 in Uniondale, New York and marked WWE\’s first event to feature an entirely female lineup. card included title matches, the finals of the 2018 Mae Young Classic, and a Battle Royal featuring past and present WWE Superstars. The show saw Raw Women\’s Champion Ronda Rousey face Nikki Bella while Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair had a highly acclaimed Last Woman Standing match for the SmackDown Women’s Championship.

    Now, fans can look forward to a second WWE Evolution event, one that will celebrate WWE\’s women, past, present, and future. While it remains to be seen what role Nikki and perhaps Brie will take, fans can expect the Hall of Fame duo in the ring this July.

  • Charlotte Flair Opens Up On Andrade Divorce

    In late 2024, Charlotte Flair divorced from Andrade, ending a wrestling power-couple that began in 2019 and married three years later. Speaking to Sherri Shepherd to promote WrestleMania 41, Flair couldn\’t help but see her split from Andrade as a failure.

    \”I felt like I was failing at my job. I felt like I was failing in my personal life and the embarrassment of being divorced again and then being compared to my father.\”

    Though news of their divorce broke in February 205, a judge finalized the split in October of last year. The pair had been able to keep their divorce secret for months and if Flair had her way, it never would\’ve reached the public.

    \”When I made the decision to file for divorce, the only thing I kept thinking was I just didn’t want anyone to know.\”

    \”I was able to keep the divorce a secret until I came back won the Royal Rumble… and then boom everything hits the media and I was everything that I had been scared of hit that day and I was like the fight\’s over I have nothing to fight this is me this is who I am I\’m standing in my worth and people can have their opinions.\”

    Flair struggled to fight back tears as she spoke to Shepherd about splitting with Andrade, her third divorce in just over a decade. The two-time Women\’s Royal Rumble winner shared her heartbreaking reaction after filing for divorce, telling herself \”I have failed again.\”

    News of the couple\’s divorce going public would throw Flair back into a dark place mere days after her historic Royal Rumble victory. Since then, however, Flair has worked hard, both in and out of the ring and proudly declared that she is on \”my biggest comeback yet.\”

    Flair will challenge WWE Women\’s Champion Tiffany Stratton at WrestleMania, where she intends to add another title reign to her name. While she continues to work through the emotions of her divorce Flair remains dedicated to her craft in the ring.

    Charlotte Flair Addresses Accusations of ‘Burying’ Tiffany Stratton Ahead of WrestleMania

  • Saraya Reveals WWE\’s Strict Control Over Talent During McMahon Era

    On her Rulebreakers podcast, former WWE Superstar Saraya opened up about the control the company had over her. Even the most simple of acts required WWE\’s approval in an example of the strict policies that dictated even the most personal aspects of wrestlers\’ appearances and lives.

    \”If I wanted to get a tattoo, my boobs done, or even cut my hair, I had to ask permission from WWE.\”

    The first-ever NXT Women\’s Champion quickly clarified that these restrictive policies were primarily enforced during Vince McMahon\’s leadership era, noting that \”things are different now under Triple H\’s regime.\” McMahon left WWE for the second time in January 2024, seemingly for good, following Janel Grant\’s lawsuit against him, John Laurinaitis, and WWE, being filed.

    One of McMahon\’s final acts prior to his first resignation in 2022 was to opt not to renew Saraya\’s contract. After his exit, Triple H attempted to re-sign the then-Paige, the British star would sign with AEW. The company has been lauded by many for offering a more laid-back attitude, giving talent a greater freedom to make their own choices.

    Saraya\’s comments reflect broader conversations happening throughout the wrestling industry as fans are more aware of the personal lives of talent than ever before. With competiton between WWE and AEW fierce, fans can expect the former to relax some of its controlling policies, to avoid scaring off talent to their \’Elite\’ competition.

    Saraya: I’m Coming To The End Very Soon

  • Asuka Is Living For Stephanie Vaquer Naming Pet Cat After Her

    As a veteran of the wrestling industry, Asuka serves as an inspiration to countless wrestlers who\’ve followed in her footsteps. On Busted Open Radio, Stephanie Vaquer shared that not only is Asuka an inspiration to her in the ring, but also when it comes to naming pets.

    \”Her name is Asuka. My cat\’s name is Asuka… I am a big fan. When I adopted my Cat, I say \’Oh you are so cute!\’ So I gave her asuka\’s name.\”

    When asked if Asuka (the human) knows of Asuka (the feline) Vaquer said her fellow NXT Women\’s Champion did not know. Well now, the Empress of Tomorrow has found out and was touched by Vaquer\’s pet-naming gesture.

    Ironically, Asuka (the wrestler) also got her name from being inspired by somebody else. Upon joining WWE in 2015, the then-Kana took on the Asuka name, inspired by the Joshi wrestling legend \’Lioness Asuka.\’

    Asuka has been out of action since May of 2024 due to a serious knee injury. While ideas for her return were discussed in January 2025, fans have yet to see the Grand Slam Champion back in the ring. Though it remains unclear when Asuka will return to the ring, she\’ll hopefully be able to spend of her time outside of the squared circle meeting her feline counterpart.

  • \’The Symbols Led Me to You\’: Saraya Shares Her Most Disturbing Fan Stories

    For some, making it in wrestling allows them to travel the world, making connections with countless fans. Unfortunately, a downside of this international fame is that talent, often women, are subject to harrassment and even worse from those who take things too far.

    On her Rulebreakers podcast, WWE/AEW alum Saraya opened up about the frightening encounters she has faced. One fan was able to track down Saraya\’s private residence, leaving the wrestler fearing that something awful was about to happen.

    \”This guy came to my house saying, \’The symbols led me to you.\’ I called the cops, but they couldn\’t do anything because he didn\’t physically touch me.\”

    Saraya shared that \”Women in WWE deal with this all the time,\” adding that it\’s \”terrifying\” for the victims of stalking. Further reflecting on her own ordeals, Saraya constantly feared that anybody she met could be a problem.

    \”At the height of my wrestling career, it felt like creepy men were popping up everywhere.\”

    Saraya\’s candid discussion demonstrates the need for greater protective measures for performers, especially women who are often the victims of stalkers. It wasn\’t too long ago that Sonya Deville was the victim of an attempted kidnapping, a matter that Deville would take months off to recover from. On the podcast, Saraya referenced WWE\’s support for Sonya Deville during a serious stalking incident, but suggested more comprehensive approaches are needed industry-wide.

    As wrestling continues to gain mainstream popularity and social media blurs the lines between performers and fans, addressing these safety concerns becomes increasingly urgent for promotions seeking to protect their talent.

  • Saraya\’s Take on Why Some Wrestlers Choose AEW Over WWE

    The professional wrestling landscape has undergone significant changes in recent years, with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) providing the most serious competition to WWE\’s decades-long market dominance. Saraya knows all about the inner workings of WWE and AEW and believes one factor stands tall in coaxing talent to be \’All Elite\’: creative freedom.

    \”A lot of people go to AEW because there\’s more freedom compared to WWE. It\’s one of the reasons I made the switch.\”

    While WWE for years has been known for its strict image control where everything from hairstyles to tattoos are debated, AEW\’s more relaxed attitude is a refreshing alternative. Since arriving on the scene in 2019, AEW has fundamentally altered the power dynamic in professional wrestling, giving talent more leverage and options outside of WWE.

    As competition between promotions intensifies, WWE has changed its own stance on various factors, whether by choice or to keep-up with the appeal of AEW to promising talent. On the podcast, Saraya noted that WWE\’s policies have already evolved under Paul \”Triple H\” Levesque\’s leadership compared to the Vince McMahon era, suggesting that market competition may be driving positive changes for talent across the board.

    For wrestling fans, this competition between WWE and AEW continues to deliver exciting weekly programming as well as well as better treatment of talent. With promotions willing to offer the very best and talent ready to give their very best, this creative tension may well produce a new golden era for professional wrestling entertainment.

    Saraya Confirms Her Wrestling Career Isn’t Over

  • Saraya Recalls a Mortifying Experience Involving Her Father

    A person\’s first time is a special thing, though it can also be very nervewracking. While there\’s countless people who may have horror stories about the first time they had sex, none can compare to former WWE/AEW star Saraya.

    On her Rulebreakers podcast, Saraya and her guest Kail Lowry discussed their early romances. Sarays shocked Lowry when recalling the first time she touched a male organ, and how she decided to immortalize this moment in her life.

    \”I drew a picture of it, in my scrapbook. Yeah, in the scrapbook. And my dad found it!\”

    Lowry was stunned at this revelation while Saraya admitted to being mortified at the time. When asked if she\’s spoken to the \’inspiration\’ of her drawing, the British wrestler admitted so. Not only are the pair still in touch, but \”He\’s the f***in\’ godfather to one of my nephews!\”

    Saraya\’s candidness has come to represent her new podcast, proving that very few, if any topics, are off limits to the former WWE Divas Champion. Fans can expect plenty more from Saraya and her life both in and outside of the squared circle.

    Saraya Reveals Acting Goals, Major Role In The Works

  • Vince McMahon Never Liked Rusev Day, Says Former WWE Star

    Rusev Day may have been a hit with fans but that didn\’t save the Bulgarian from being released in 2020 during the latter years of the Vince McMahon regime. In a revealing interview with Steve Fall for Ten Count Wrestling, Aiden English addressed why McMahon never took to the Rusev Day phenomenon.

    \”He views you in one way and it’s very hard to change that view. He liked Rusev a lot as the Bulgarian brute, the big bruting foreign bad guy.\”

    With his mind set on Rusev as a destroyer, the idea of the fun, oft-comedic Rusev Day character did nothing for the former WWE Chairman. Even with merchandise flying off the shelves featuring Rusev Day, the billionaire boss couldn\’t be convinced that anyone liked the gimmick.

    \”Vince legitimately thought they’re just making fun of you… they’re just mocking you by doing your little chant.\”

    Though the angle started with Rusev as a heel, the fan\’s love for Rusev Day slowly turned the character into a babyface. This turn wasn\’t easy, as after matches where he and Rusev teased babyface tendencies, they\’d get in trouble backstage.

    \”[We\’d] get back and kind of get yelled at like \’you’re not a babyface, you’re a heel.\’\”

    McMahon\’s frosty reception to the popular angle demonstrated the belief many had that Vince had lost touch with what WWE fans wanted to see. With reports of Rusev re-signing with WWE, Rusev Day may soon return with no McMahon in sight to spoil the party.

    TNA Name Hints At WWE Comeback After Miro’s Reported Return

  • Cody Rhodes Pushes for Brother Dustin’s WWE Hall of Fame Induction

    Dustin Rhodes forged his career for years in WWE as the bizarre Goldust, but is he a Hall of Famer in waiting? Speaking to FOX News, Cody Rhodes made the case for his brother\’s induction.

     \”He’s extremely talented… I’d like to see that not just because I believe he deserves it, which he does, but I’d love to see the family just more added.\”

    Rhodes acknowledged that fans and wrestlers alike may have different takes on the WWE Hall of Fame, but it has always meant a lot to him and his family. Describing it as \”the thing,\” Rhodes put the induction as an honor on par with championship gold.

    Cody Rhodes\’ first significant appearance for WWE came in 2007 where he and Dustin inducted their father Dusty on the eve of WrestleMania 23. Now, Cody is ready to see his father and brother reunited as WWE Hall of Famers.

    \”My dad going in was such a huge deal. So, I’d love to see him joined by my brother.\”

    There are obstacles that could black Dustin being inducted, the biggest being that he is currently part of WWE\’s chief-rival, AEW. With that said, Tony Khan agreed for Billy Gunn to be inducted as part of DX in 2019, shortly after AEW was announced.

    Whether Dustin receives his ring while part of AEW or after his time being \’All-Elite\’ is up, plenty believe the honor would be rightly-deserved. As for Cody, he continues to lead WWE as Undisputed WWE Champion, forging a WWE Hall of Fame-worthy path of his own.

    How A Confused Gesture Began Cody & Brandi Rhodes’ Love Story

  • \’Maybe I\’ve Done This For Too Long\’ – WWE Star Teases Move After 20-Year Career

    For wrestlers, making a living in the ring is a dream come true but ultimately, ever competitor will have to retire. On X, WWE Raw\’s Akira Tozawa hinted that his time may be coming to an end as he reflected on two decades of being in the business.

    Tozawa\’s post spawned a flurry of responses from fans, many encouraging the WWE Superstar to not give up. One fan shared their hope for Tozawa to face AJ Styles in a WWE ring, while another hoped to see Tozawa compete for Dragon Gate over WWE WrestleMania week in Las Vegas.

    Tozawa began his wrestling journey in 2005 with Dragon Gate, where he won multiple championships and established himself as a major star. In 2020, he arrived in the United States and joined WWE in 2016 as part of the Cruiserweight Classic. Today, Tozawa serves as one-third of Alpha Academy alongside Otis and Maxxine Dupri.

    With 20 years in the business and a successful career behind him, it is hardly a surprise that Tozawa is at least reflecting on the idea of life after the squared circle. Whether he transitions into a coaching role or moves on from the industry entirely, his contributions to professional wrestling remain significant.

    Samoa Joe Hints at Retirement, Says AEW Deal May Be His Last

  • How A Confused Gesture Began Cody & Brandi Rhodes\’ Love Story

    Cody Rhodes recently shared a memorable story about how he first met his wife, Brandi Rhodes, during an appearance on Stephanie\’s Places. The WWE Superstar reflected on their initial interaction which came backstage as Brandi was preparing for a segment.

    She was in the hall, and they\’d given her real Texas big hair. I was telling her, as her peer, you can\’t go out there like that.\”

    While Cody saw it as simple peer-to-peer guidance, Brandi took it aas \”entry-level flirtation.\”At that moment, Rhodes was already captivated, saying, \”I thought she was beautiful, the most amazing eyes I\’ve ever seen in my life.\”

    What happened next completely changed the moment for Rhodes. As he went in for what he described as a \”half-hug,\” Brandi surprised him by playfully blowing in his ear. That unexpected move left a lasting impression on him.

    \”At that point, I thought Dashing Cody Rhodes is a real thing.\”

    Stephanie would catch up Brandi on the show, who refuted the notion that she deliberately blew in her future husband\’s ear in a flirtatious way.

    \”That is not true! I was just breathing [laughs]. I was just breathing. I did not blow in his ear… But then from that point there was trust, so we started hanging out.\”

    Since that first meeting, Cody and Brandi’s relationship has flourished, leading to marriage and a family. Their love story, which began with a lighthearted backstage interaction, remains one of wrestling’s most endearing real-life romances.

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  • \’It Makes Me Sick to This Day\’ – Samoa Joe Talks His Largest Regret

    In June 2015, a taping of WWE Superstars went tragically wrong as a Muscle Buster by Samoa Joe would result in Tyson Kidd suffering a serious neck injury. Nearly a decade later, Kidd has never returned to the ring, a sign of just how dangerous even a practiced move can be.

    On the Insight podcast, Joe reflected on the moment in question. Calling the spot the \”largest regret in my career,\” Joe recalled realizing that something had gone horribly wrong after he saw the reaction of Kidd\’s tag-team partner.

    \”The only thing that even hinted that there’s something wrong is when Cesaro looked back up at me. I know when Cesaro is concerned and then I was like, \’Oh my God, I hope everything is okay.\’\”

    It makes Joe \”sick to this day\” that Tyson Kidd is no longer wrestling and he praised the Canadian as an \”amazing human being\” with a great mind for the business. Despite having used the move countless times before with no issue, this one mistake left Joe ready to retire the Muscle Buster.

    \”I didn’t want to [continue using it]… I didn’t want to replay the car crash in front of somebody. So I did my best to distance myself from it.\”

    Joe wouldn\’t embrace the Muscle Buster again until his return to WWE NXT where he would become the first-ever three-time NXT Champion. As for Kidd, he has become a highly-respected WWE producer who recently come close to a return to the ring.

    Joe and Kidd\’s situation reflects the inherent dangers every wrestler, no matter where they compete, put themselves in when they wrestle. For Joe, all it took was a move he\’d done countless times without issue to end a career, a fact Joe lives with every single day.

    Samoa Joe Hints at Retirement, Says AEW Deal May Be His Last

  • Samoa Joe Hints at Retirement, Says AEW Deal May Be His Last

    Samoa Joe has been wrestling for decades and knows that his days in the ring can\’t go on forever. Speaking on the Insight podcast, Joe admitted that he\’s thought about his retirement from wrestling a lot as of late.

    \”Yeah, I do a lot. It’s probably coming sooner than later, which is fine.\”

    Joe explained that he, alongside many of his generation, have done their best to save and prepare for a future outside of the ring. The last thing that the 46-year-old wrestler and those like him wants to do is be out stay his welcome \”because we may have been privy to a few people may have done that in their careers.\”

    While Joe\’s in-ring career is coming to an end, he doesn\’t have an exact date in mind. With that said, Joe\’s current contract with All Elite Wrestling could be his last.

    \”I will do this for a little longer and then yeah I think the end is probably sooner than any new deal being signed.\”

    Joe isn\’t the only TNA alum to be well aware that the end is coming. AJ Styles, a name who Joe battled in both TNA and WWE, has spoken repeatedly in recent years about his career coming to an end. The Phenomenal One, who is also 46, has vowed to retire by 50, leaving fans with just a few more years to appreciate his work in the ring.

    As for now, Joe remains an active part of AEW and has also appeared for ROH after signing with Tony Khan in 2022. With that in mind, though, Joe recognizes that his end is coming in the ring, and may come far sooner than fans expected.

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  • Noelle Foley Gives Update After Mick\’s Crash, Says It\’s A Miracle He Walked Away

    Earlier this week, Mick Foley was in a car accident that left the WWE Hall of Famer sore with a minor concussion. Mick recently shared an update on his condition and now his daughter Noelle has weighed in.

    On her Instagram Stories, Noelle gave the following message:

    \”Flying home to see my dad right now. Thanks to those of you who reached out. I\’ve honestly been an emotional wreck these past 24 hours, but I am just so thankful and grateful that he is \”okay.\” I put okay in parentheses because he is very banged up and in a great deal of pain and had a concussion, which we all know can be very tricky and symptoms can be delayed after the injury. So I\’ve been frantically worried about him,but just very happy I\’ll be landing soon and seeing him shortly.\”

    Foley shared news of his accident on April 1, leading some to speculate that this was some elaborate prank by the Hardcore Legend. In a separate message, Noelle confirmed that this was not the case.

    \”For anybody wondering what happened, my dad was in a bad car accident. No it wasn\’t an April fools day joke. My dad would never joke about a car accident or a concussion. Every time I see this picture I get so emotional. It\’s a miracle he was able to walk away from this.\”

    We here at SEScoops are continuing to wish Mick a full and speedy recovery after this scary ordeal.

  • WWE Legend Calls For Restraint After Bloody GUNTHER Raw Attack

    On the March 31, episode of WWE Raw, GUNTHER destroyed Jimmy Uso, first in their match and then in a post-match beatdown. As Jey looked on, secured to the ring rope, GUNTHER would stand tall to end the segment caked in the blood of \’Big Jim.\’

    https://twitter.com/Gunther_AUT/status/1906815925979947482

    Blood remains a rarity in WWE though has grown more current in recent years. Speaking on the Wrestling Time Machine, Teddy Long argued that blood should be used with caution in WWE to avoid the red liquid losing its impact.

    \”If they do go in that direction, they\’re not gonna overdo it, you know, it\’s a thing called overkill, and they\’re not gonna do that.\”

    Long believes that WWE\’s creative team, led by Paul \’Triple H\’ Levesque, won\’t overdo blood, especially on weekly programming. Despite the fate of Jimmy Uso on Raw, Long believes WWE will keep its \’bloodbaths\’ for Premium Live Events.

    \”If they\’re gonna have some brutal matches loaded with blood, they\’re gonna save that and make that mean something. That would be for a major show, WrestleMania or SummerSlam.\”

    WWE has leaned more into using blood as of late, with GUNTHER and Jimmy being the latest example. Cody Rhodes was left covered in blood at Elimination Chamber: Toronto thanks to John Cena, The Rock, and Travis Scott. In 2024, an attack by The Rock on the American Nightmare would leave Cody caked in blood and would quickly go viral.

    GUNTHER will battle Jey Uso for the World Heavyweight Championship in the biggest match of Jey\’s career to date. It remains to be seen who stands tall inside Allegiant Stadium but Long wouldn\’t be opposed to seeing some blood in this highly-emotional showdown.

  • Booker T Explains Himself Being Photographed With Controversial Wrestling Name

    Booker T was recently spotted with Chasyn Rance, a controversial name in the world of professional wrestling. After a backlash online, Booker shared the following statement on X.

    \”I’ve been a guest trainer at hundreds of wrestling schools over the years, helping to teach and mentor up-and-coming talent. I don’t conduct background checks on every trainer or individual I’ve crossed paths with or taken photos with along the way.

    \”This feels like a clear attempt to falsely associate me with something I have 100% nothing to do with and absolutely no knowledge of!

    \”Any student who’s trained with me can vouch for the kind of coach, mentor, and person I am. My record speaks for itself.\”

    The responses to Booker\’s statement were mixed with many supporting Booker for making his stance clear. However, there were some that argued that Booker should conduct more background checks after being seen with Rance. Rance has been registered with the Florida Sex Offender Registry since 2014 stemming from a 2011 incident.

    Booker holds many roles in pro wrestling today, including serving as a commentator for NXT and running his Reality of Wrestling promotion. In addition, Booker will continue to mentor young minds in wrestling, both as part of WWE LFG and beyond.

  • TNA Name Hints At WWE Comeback After Miro\’s Reported Return

    Miro, aka Rusev, is on his way back to WWE programming, but could another wrestler be coming with him? Following reports that Miro had re-signed with WWE, a fan reached out to Matt Rehwoldt, suggesting he should come back as well. Rehwoldt, known to WWE fans as Aiden English, didn\’t reject the idea, sharing that WWE has his number.

    As Aiden English, Rehwoldt was part of perhaps Miro\’s most popular run in WWE, that being Rusev Day. The \’holiday\’ took place every single day and would see Rusev declare that the day was all about him. English would serve as a manager for Rusev during this time and often used his singing abilities to hype up the fans for their daily Rusev Day celebrations.

    Since leaving WWE, Rehwoldt has found a home for himself as part of the broadcast team for TNA Wrestling. Between the return of Miro/Rusev and WWE\’s ongoing partnership with TNA, fans shouldn\’t count out the former Vaudevillain making a surprise appearance in the Sports Entertainment juggernaut.

    Another name fans are curious about is CJ Perry, known to WWE fans as Lana. After confirming her exit from AEW last year, it was revealed that she and Miro had separated. Now though, the pair are back together and while Perry didn\’t accompany her husband to WWE\’s headquarters, fans can\’t count out seeing the Ravishing Russian again.

  • WWE Champion Chelsea Green Clashes with Val Venis Over Transgender Support

    WWE Women\’s U.S. Champion Chelsea Green is here to support the LGBTQ+ community, no matter what Val Venis may have to say. On X, Green shared her support for transgender people during transgender day of visibility with a tongue-in-cheek dig at WWE rival Michin.

    While countless fans were pleased to see Green make such a public display of support, Val Venis was not happy. The former WWE star complained that Green supporting trans people is part of what has driven him from wrestling. Venis, who played an adult film star for much of his wrestling career, argued that Green being okay with transgender people demonstrated a \”lack of moral engagement.\”

    Venis would later respond, arguing that he is being vilified by being labeled as transphobic, bigoted, or hateful. Venis went as far as to claim that such labels \”takes a nuke to the foundations of any meaningful dialogue.\” In response, Green rejected a claim by Venis that her support for LGBTQ+ people was anything to do with politics. She also argued that unlike her, Venis would \”love to take this time to further push your political agenda.\”

    Venis may act like him being labeled as transphobic is an unfair slur to shut down debate, but his actions certainly fit the term according to many. In 2020, Venis mocked Nyla Rose following her AEW Women\’s World Championship victory and has often taken aim at the wrestler. In 2024, Venis said that showing any kind of support to trans people was \”affirming evil.\” He insinuated that trans people would be sent to hell and that Cody Rhodes was a tool of Satan because he posed with a trans flag with a lucky fan. While Venis may want to pretend that him being labeled hateful is coming from out of the blue, there\’s no shortage of examples.

    For Chelsea Green, supporting trans people isn\’t some \’gimmick\’ for poticial theater, but is a matter that hits home for the \’Hot Mess.\’ When a \’fan\’ claimed that Green must have only thought about things for seconds before throwing her weight behind trans rights, Green shared that she\’s been thinking for a lot longer than that as she has family and loved ones who are trans.

    Venis\’ career in the ring is long over and today, he is known for his comments on social media, including a brief ban from X. As for Green, she will continue to represent WWE as Women\’s U.S. Champion and won\’t let anyone, especially not Val Venis, dictate who she is going to show support for.

    Chelsea Green on LGBTQ+ Royal Rumble Attire: ‘I Don’t Want to Be a Quiet Ally’

  • Paul Heyman Reveals Movie Inspiration Behind Iconic WWE Raw Promo

    When Paul Heyman cuts a promo on WWE TV, it\’s pure cinema in the eyes of countless pro wrestling fans. Now, the WWE Hall of Famer has opened up on how an iconic film helped craft one of of his most iconic promos from 2014.

    Heyman was given a tall-order during the March 3, 2014, edition of WWE Raw. Mere weeks after CM Punk walked out of the company, Heyman would have to speak to the crowd in Chicago, not about Punk, but about Brock Lesnar. The Beast Incarnate was in the midst of a feud with The Undertaker, one that\’d culminate with Brock\’s victory at WrestleMania 30.

    Speaking to Justin Barrasso, Heyman recalled the promo coming at a \”very unique period of time\” for himself and WWE. Heyman explained how 1987\’s The Untouchables helped put him in the right frame of mind.

    \”One of the villains in the movie kills one of ‘The Untouchables’ and writes ‘Touchable’ in blood on the elevator wall. It was such a dramatic turning point in the movie.”

    Heyman explained that he wanted to pull off an effective, WrestleMania-building promo, despite the hostile reception from the Chicago crowd. While everyone in attendance wanted to hear him give details about Punk and possibly reveal a return date, focusing on Lesnar and the Phenom still engaged the fans.\”

    \”I never saw the situation in Chicago as unwinnable. I looked at it as a magnificent opportunity to promote Brock Lesnar vs. The Undertaker.\”

    Heyman, who sat cross-legged in the ring, made references to Punk in passing during the promo. He argued that Punk would\’ve ended the Streak a year earlier had he listened more to him and less to his massive fanbase. Heyman\’s character ultimately blamed the fans for pushing Punk away from himself and WWE and vowed to punish the fans by taking the Streak away.

    \”It sounds so f***ing convoluted, but when you put it in front of yourself, with that audience that night in that moment, it all made sense.\”

    This wouldn\’t be the last time Heyman\’s movie love helped shape his WWE craft. Speaking recently to the Hollywood Reporter, Heyman revealed how he had Roman Reigns study Apocalypse Now and Marlon Brando\’s portrayal as Colonel Kurtz to create the Tribal Chief.

    With Heyman still a fixture of WWE TV, aligned with both Reigns and Heyman, his enduring impact on the industry at the highest levels are apparent.

  • \’I Got Got!\’ – R-Truth Admits Falling For WWE 2K April Fools Prank

    R-Truth may be known as WWE\’s resident funny man, but the comedic Superstar recently fell for a practical joke from the team at WWE 2K25. For April Fool\’s Day, the WWE 2K account on X claimed that a Limited Edition of the new game would feature Truth on the cover. While Truth learned that this was just a prank, that realization only came after he thought the new coer was the real deal.

    While Truth doesn\’t have his own limited edition of WWE 2K25, he is a part of the largest wrestling video game of all time. Truth is a veteran of WWE video games, dating all the way back to WWF Raw (2002) where he appeared as K-Kwik. Ironically, Truth\’s first appearance in a WWE video game would come without him being under contract, as he was released in August 2001.

    Now a fixture of WWE video games, Truth continues to entertain fans both in the ring and in the gaming world. While he isn\’t following The Bloodline and The Undertaker with a limited edition of WWE 2K25, Truth continues to be a hit with fans and gamers alike.

  • Ricky Saints & Every Ex-AEW Star To Win WWE Gold

    Ricky Saints is the new WWE NXT North American Champion in a massive win for the AEW alum. He\’s not the only All-Elite talent to hold WWE gold after parting ways with Tony Khan.

    Cody Rhodes

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    Rhodes was pivotal in the formation of AEW, though fans often gave him a frosty reaction during his All-Elite run. Rhodes is now the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion, a two-time Royal Rumble and had a brief tag-team title reign with Jey Uso in 2023.

    Lexis King

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    The NXT Heritage Cup holder, King\’s time in thhe silver brand has been a major success for him. Previously, he was Brian Pillman Jr. in AEW where he and ally Griff Garrison never won gold.

    Shawn Spears

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    The man Ricky Saints beat to win the NXT North American Title, Spears won the gold earlier this year. In AEW, Spears received a strong start and a feud with Cody Rhodes but the momentum of the \’Chairman\’ would quickly peter out.

    Jade Cargill

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    Cargill was pushed strong from the start of her AEW career and would become the promotion\’s first TBS Champion. In WWE, Cargill is a two-time Women\’s Tag Team Champion and fans expect singles gold in her future in due time.

    Ethan Page

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    Page was a fixture of AEW for years though never won gold during his time under Tony Khan. Proving that his decision to leave was the right one, Page won the NXT Championship in 2024 just 40 days after his debut in WWE.

    Andrade

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    A name fans expected big things for in AEW, Andrade\’s time with the company ended in 2023 without any gold to his name. Though the former NXT and U.S. Champion has yet to hold gold on WWE TV since returning, he has held the WWE Speed Championship.

    Honorable Mention: Blair Davenport

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    Though she never held a championship title in WWE, Davenport won the Women\’s Iron Survivor Challenge in 2023. She signed with AEW in February 2019 but was released in August 2020 due to being unable to travel due to COVID-19 restrictions.