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  • Wrestling News: Hobbs Signs With WWE, Jim Ross Health Update

    It\’s Friday, January 23, 2026 and here\’s your wrestling news update covering the biggest stories from WWE, AEW, TNA, and the world of professional wrestling.

    Powerhouse Hobbs Officially Signs With WWE

    The speculation is over—Powerhouse Hobbs is officially WWE-bound. Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select confirmed Thursday that the former TNT Champion has signed a contract with WWE following the expiration of his AEW deal last week.

    As previously reported, WWE had expressed interest in Hobbs for some time, and the company has reportedly already planned a new name and image for the powerhouse. The 32-year-old spent four years with AEW, where he established himself as one of the promotion\’s most physically imposing talents.

    Hobbs\’ signing comes amid WWE\’s continued efforts to bolster its roster with established talent. His combination of size, athleticism, and presence makes him a natural fit for WWE\’s style, and fans should expect him to make an impact once he debuts.

    Jim Ross Reveals Scary Fall Left Him on Floor for Hours

    WWE Hall of Famer and current AEW announcer Jim Ross has provided an update on his health following a frightening incident at his home that prevented him from attending last week\’s Dynamite taping in Orlando.

    Speaking on the latest episode of \”Grilling JR,\” the 74-year-old legendary commentator revealed the severity of the fall that kept him down. Ross disclosed that he was on the floor for approximately five hours before he could get help, but says he \”got lucky\” and avoided serious injury.

    JR\’s return to AEW programming has been postponed as he continues to recover. The beloved announcer has faced numerous health challenges in recent years but has remained a fixture in professional wrestling broadcasting.

    Trey Miguel Returns to TNA After AEW Release

    Trey Miguel is officially back in TNA Wrestling, making a surprise return on Thursday\’s live episode of iMPACT just days after being released by AEW. Miguel entered the Feast or Fired match as an unannounced participant, securing one of the briefcases in the signature TNA stipulation bout.

    Miguel\’s return comes after a whirlwind week. The Rascalz member had signed with AEW but parted ways with the company before ever appearing on television. Fightful Select reported that TNA had conversations with Miguel about a potential return just hours before Thursday\’s show.

    \”If this is the fired briefcase, I\’ll be so pissed,\” Miguel joked after the match, referencing the stipulation where three briefcases contain title opportunities while one results in termination. The briefcase contents will be revealed on next week\’s iMPACT.

    The System Undergoes Major Faction Overhaul in TNA

    TNA\’s long-running faction The System underwent a shocking transformation during Thursday\’s iMPACT, with Cedric Alexander and Bear Bronson officially joining the group—only for the faction to immediately turn on two of its founding members.

    After JDC announced the new additions, The System attacked both JDC and Moose, kicking them out of the group in a stunning heel turn. The betrayal came just weeks after JDC\’s retirement match against Eddie Edwards at TNA Genesis.

    The revamped System now positions itself as a major heel faction heading into the AMC era of TNA programming.

    Bishop Dyer Reveals Tony Khan\’s Reaction to AEW Debut

    Former WWE star Baron Corbin, now competing as Bishop Dyer, has revealed how his recent AEW dark match appearance came together and Tony Khan\’s reaction to seeing him perform.

    Speaking on Busted Open\’s \”Off the Ropes\” podcast, Dyer opened up about the opportunity, explaining how the booking materialized and sharing Khan\’s positive feedback after the match. Dyer competed in an eight-man tag before Wednesday\’s Dynamite in Orlando, teaming with Martin Stone and Better Together against Billy Gunn and his team.

    While it remains unclear if this was a one-time appearance or a potential ongoing relationship, Dyer has been working for MLW since his WWE release in November 2024.

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    • Will Ospreay Backstage at Dynamite: The absent AEW star was spotted backstage at this week\’s Dynamite, having not competed since Forbidden Door in August. His presence has sparked speculation about an imminent return.
    • Saraya Posts Training Footage: The former AEW star shared new training footage on her Instagram stories, fueling speculation about a potential in-ring return. Saraya hasn\’t competed since October 2024 and departed AEW in March 2025.
    • Ash By Elegance Out of Retirement: Former WWE star Dana Brooke, now Ash By Elegance in TNA, ended her brief in-ring retirement during Thursday\’s iMPACT, getting physical in a segment and confirming \”she\’s back\” in a backstage interview.
    • Joe Tessitore Named Zuffa Boxing Announcer: WWE\’s lead announcer has added another role, being named the play-by-play voice for TKO\’s Zuffa Boxing promotion ahead of their first numbered event tonight form Las Vegas.
    • Chris Jericho Addresses Ageism: The 55-year-old veteran spoke about reinvention and ageism in wrestling, saying it\’s \”not a death sentence\” amid continued speculation about a potential WWE return ahead of Royal Rumble.
    • SmackDown Tonight: WWE SmackDown airs from Montreal featuring Nathan Frazer vs. Johnny Gargano and a WWE Tag Team Championship match.

    Stay tuned to SEScoops for continuing coverage of these stories.

  • Bishop Dyer Reveals How AEW Debut Actually Happened

    Bishop Dyer\’s AEW debut was not planned.

    The former WWE star wrestled a surprise dark match before this week\’s episode of Dynamite. He teamed with Martin Stone & Better Together in an 8-man tag against Billy Gunn, Austin Gunn, Brady Booker, & Elijah Drago.

    While speaking to Off The Ropes, Dyer explained how the whole thing came about. He revealed that he had travelled to the arena with Paul Wight, formerly known as The Big Show just to hang out with his friends.

    Upon reaching the arena, Billy Gunn, who was already booked for the match, asked him to take part in the bout. The former Baron Corbin mentioned that the one rule for any wrestler is to always bring your gear with you, so he was able to say yes:

    \”I got there and saw my man Billy Gunn, who’s like a dad to me. He’s always been my guy that I’ve leaned on through a lot of stuff in the wrestling world. They had the dark matches because he was working with his son, Austin (Gunn), and he’s like, ‘Hey man, do you wanna be in this dark match with us?’ And I was like, ‘Dude, if it gets OK’d, I’m sold. Let’s do it,’\”

    That Was The Extent of Our Conversation: Bishop Dyer

    Bishop Dyer then discussed a spot in the match that got a good fan reaction. The former US Champion revealed that he had a short exchange with Tony Khan later in the night, where the AEW President praised his performance:

    “I know Tony told me afterwards, he was like, ‘The match was so fun. I enjoyed it,’ and obviously, he’s working his ass off back there. I’m not gonna bother him with anything other than, ‘Thank you for allowing me to do that with Billy and Austin’ so that was the extent of our conversation.”

    The 41-year-old, who left WWE in November 2024 after the promotion decided not to renew his deal, also mentioned that he felt good wrestling in front of a sizeable crowd after some time.

  • Bishop Dyer Calls Hardys vs. Dudleys A \’Masterclass In Storytelling\’

    Appearing as a special guest host on Busted Open Radio, Bishop Dyer reviewed the final tables match between The Hardy Boyz and Team 3D at TNA\’s Bound For Glory. He lauded the match as a \”masterclass in storytelling\” and praised the two legendary teams for their ability to captivate an audience.

    “Everything about that match just felt good. Watching the promo video for the match building up, they did an incredible job with that. It gives you a little bit of the chill bumps, gets you excited,” he said.

    He specifically highlighted the conclusion of the match. “The moment standing in front of the table, and The Hardys with the chairs, and they drop the chairs, and they\’re like, ‘We\’ll give you a soldier\’s death,’ almost. He accepted his fate. That gives you the feels,\” he explained. \”And then to finish it and taking the boots off and handing it to them… to give someone your boots is such a massive sign of respect.”

    Dyer noted the emotion of the match with other performers who may try to force a reaction, suggesting that some wrestlers need to be more self-aware. “Last night was a masterclass in storytelling, in emotion, in in-ring work, and in captivating the fans,\” he stated. \”I think people need to understand sometimes that you may not be as over as you think you are… The Hardys and The Dudleys, they taught a masterclass.”

    Billed as \”The Final Table,\” the historic last-ever tables match between The Hardy Boyz and Team 3D took place at TNA\’s Bound For Glory pay-per-view on October 12, 2025. The match saw The Hardys retain the TNA and NXT World Tag Team Championships.

  • Bishop Dyer on MLW Run, Facing Satoshi Kojima, Family Life & Coffee Business

    Bishop Dyer remains motivated as ever to prove he can hang with the best pro wrestling has to offer. The former WWE superstar known to fans as Baron Corbin for 13 years works to reinvent himself in the next chapter of his career. He didn’t waste any time making his presence felt in Major League Wrestling starting at Battle Riot VII.

    “I’m doing it backwards,” Dyer said of his journey. “I think for the most WWE talent, at least a vast majority of it, they did the independent scene prior to coming to WWE. That’s how they built their name. That’s how they built equity in their character and social media to get the attention of WWE. Whereas I was lucky and fortunate to get a tryout and made it that way. 

    “So, I never got to experience the wild west, if you will, of the independent scene. For me, when my career ended, I know I missed a lot in that aspect. I wanted to wrestle in some of these bigger independent companies because there is a ton of talent on these rosters, especially when you look at an MLW roster. The list of talent they have is amazing. It’s up-and-comers, it’s guys that are independently established, and true legends like [Satoshi] Kojima.” 

    The veteran considers himself lucky to be able to control where he works. This includes dates on the independent scene. His criteria for taking bookings comes down to how a particular promotion treats their talent and takes care of them. Dyer decided to work for MLW due to the way the company tells stories across continuous programming rather than just one-off matches. Controlling his schedule has also helped the dedicated husband and dad be home more. 

    “My wife works full-time. She owns her own company, so she is very busy as well,” Dyer explained. “When I was on the road with WWE, she would work five days a week. Then she’d come home to be a mom because I would be gone. A lot of times too I’d be gone on the weekends, which really sucked for her. When we’re doing full tours, I’m leaving the house Thursday, and coming home Monday or Tuesday. She works all week and has to keep the kids entertained Saturday and Sunday. They are young, 3 and 6, so they are busy bodies. For me to be home, I’m taking two shows a month, relatively. I told myself I would really enjoy this year and pump the brakes on things and be a part of it all. I’m very good at home at being that family man and being with my kids because that’s all that matters to me at the end of the day.” 

    He continued, “So, now I’m getting to take my kids to school every day, picking them up every day. It’s elevating a lot of stress from her. It’s also giving me a lot of joy because I get to be here and a part of everything. I’m not missing birthdays, school functions, and school events. Those kinds of things. I really do it as a blessing. Having the ability to go and wrestle twice a month, it doesn\’t bother them like it used to when I was leaving every single weekend. They are excited for me. They are excited when I\’m telling them who I’m working and where I’m working. I’ll show them videos of the guys because they are so used to the WWE thing and just know the main names. My daughter asked about John Cena all the time like they’re friends, which is hilarious. I think they are excited. I think with that too, if I’m doing shows in fun places, I can bring them and stay a few days. Like my wife\’s favorite thing to say now is we can plan things.” 

    Outside the ring Dyer has also been able to explore his other interests. Whether it’s providing cook tips on TikTok or winning 14 gold medals through ju-jitsu, the performer is living his best life. Adding to his other business ventures along with working as an analyst and host for Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 on Sirius XM is a budding coffee business. 

    “It’s called Open Air Coffee where we sell through ecommerce, but I\’m building a facility in Tampa,” Dyer said. “I have 8,000 sq. ft. and I’m building a coffee roastery, a community roastery for all the coffee shops in the area, even Orlando…We’re doing something cool here. With that, not having that WWE paycheck consistently, it can add some stress when you’re financially building a company and things like that. It can be stressful, but I have the time to do that now. Also, exploring new things.. 

    “We’re also getting to go to more concerts now, which I love so much because we can plan stuff again. Having that freedom to do my thing is really fun and allows me to be creative again. When you’re in that cog of WWE, the creativity of the talent gets lost a little bit. Someone else is writing the stories and helping you evolve your characters where as now, especially in the wrestling world I can do it all myself. I’m building the ‘Nomad’ Bishop Dyer. I can wear what I want to wear. I’m not wearing weird suit vests and stuff like that. I’m really getting to do me and be creative from social media to food to coffee to jiu jitsu to planning activities with the kids.” 

    Dyer has enjoyed his time in MLW, reconnecting with Dominik Dijak to form The Skyscrapers. Together the two imposing figures won the MLW Tag Team Championship alongside their savvy manager Saint Laurent. 

    “Working with Dijak is great because we were sharing the ring before in NXT,” said. “We were both grinding and always trying to better ourselves. When I got the email about the plan and that they were going to put me and Dijak together as a team as The Skyscrapers, instantly I smiled because what a really cool ode to the past. They do a great job of incorporating things from the past. 

    “Pairing me with him and giving us The Skyscrapers name, I was worried at first. But it has gotten a great reception. People love it because we have the same type of aura if you will. We’re big dudes who can move. We’re very athletic. We can be very violent and physical with our opponents. It’s a really cool thing. Having Saint Laurent as our manager, it’s extra heat poured on. I’ll take as much as I can get. We do a great job with that. It’s fun and exciting, but it’s nice too at MLW because you’re not pigeonholed to just that tag team. I’m also competing in the Opera Cup where I’m facing Kojima. I’m getting to do multiple things with one company with 95 percent of the roster I’ve never worked with.” 

    Dyer still remains a fan, watching pro wrestling across the board weekly. Not only to stay on top of things for his “Busted Open” work. He is proud to see his former tag team partner Bron Breakker continue his ascent to the top in WWE. 

    “I like him in The Vision, but I don’t like him in The Vision,” Dyer explained. “I think he is such a star. He carries so much personality, athletic ability, and with what he can do in the ring he is truly special. Obviously, I’m partial to him because we created The Wolf Dogs, and that woke a lot of people up to how good I am as well. We were doing some pretty incredible matches, and I think I did a good job bringing a little bit of personality out. Not just being the tough angry guy, but having fun with it. I think it helped him evolve. We bettered each other. So, when I see him in the background of a group because you have [Paul] Heyman, Seth [Rollins], Becky [Lynch], and then Bronson [Reed] and Bron are a step behind them. 

    “He is not a background player. I know it’s buying time and getting him reps, but you kind of just put him in another tag team. He is a singles star all the way through. The day he turns on Seth I’m going to be so happy whenever that happens because I think he is going to headline a WrestleMania at some point. I love supporting him and what he is doing and the stuff he is putting out there. He is out of his mind, and I love it. He does these crazy things, and I’m just like just be safe. It’s exciting. It’s fun to support guys.” 

    Despite WWE deciding to part ways with Dyer, he still has love for his former employer. The 41-year-old is grateful for the opportunities given. He stays in touch with colleagues there to catch up and share news like getting to wrestle the legendary former MLW World Heavyweight Champion Satoshi Kojima coming up at Slaughterhouse on October 4. The Long Beach event will air on YouTube and beIN Sports. 

    “When I found out I was wrestling Kojima, I’m texting [CM] Punk, I’m texting Finn Balor,” Dyer said. “Guys who appreciate it. It was really cool to get that response from them of how cool that is that I get to do this now.”  

    The talent is looking forward to stepping up against Kojima. Wrestling in Japan is also on Dyer’s to-do list because he finds his style likens to theirs. 

    “For me, it’s a test of am I as good as I think I am and I feel like I would have a lot of success over there,” Dyer said. “This will be a test to say yeah you will or keep working. It’s one of those things. I’m always under the mindset I can get better every day. I was training at Nattie’s gym Wednesday continuing to get better. I’m always bouncing ideas off of TJ [Wilson] because I want to make sure I give him the best opponent I can give him being the legendary he is. I think it’s definitely a place to plant my flag and say I’m for real. I respect him and look up to Kojima as a superstar and the things he has done and the physicality he brings. 

    “He has beaten countless people by a clothesline. That’s as old school and rough as it gets. For me, it\’s an honor to step in the ring with him, but when the bell rings, I’m going to set all of that aside and we’re going to fight. This is to continue to the next level of the Opera Cup. That’s the ultimate goal, to walk away with that. If I have to put Kojima down in the process, I will. And I will give him his respect afterward and prior to. But between those bells, this is what we do. We’re prize fighters in a sense and will go to war. For me too, I think it will open people’s eyes that Bishop Dyer is for real. That I’m just not some WWE guy. He is out here making a name for himself, accomplishing big things, and continuing to further his career between those ropes.”

  • WWE Alum \”Butthurt\” Over NXT Homecoming Snub

    The WWE NXT Homecoming featured plenty of returning stars from the brand’s past, including Rhea Ripley, Finn Balor, Tyler Breez and the returning Shayna Baszler, to name just a few. One name missing, however, was Baron Corbin—now competing as Bishop Dyer—a snub that left the former WWE Superstar feeling disappointed.

    Appearing on Off The Ropes with Jonathan Coachman, Dyer admitted his frustrations about being excluded. Despite being a key figure during NXT’s formative years and later returning to the brand, he was neither invited to the show nor featured in its tribute package.

    “I was a little butthurt about the whole thing. That opening package they did for the show was super dope, and they had a lot of Superstars from the past… I didn’t make the cut.”

    According to Dyer, the only reference to Baron Corbin at NXT Homecoming came when he noticed someone in the crowd wearing one of his T-shirts. While he appreciated the nod, he reiterated feeling “butthurt” over the lack of official recognition.

    Dyer suggested that his recent WWE release may have been a factor. As he explained, “you’ve gotta kinda give it a year or so before they start acknowledging your existence.”

    Corbin played a major role in the celebrated 2015–2016 era of NXT—widely considered one of the brand’s peaks—and years later returned to capture the NXT Tag Team Titles. Though no longer with WWE, Dyer emphasized that NXT remains a meaningful part of his career, which made his absence from Homecoming all the more difficult to accept.

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  • WWE’s ‘Happy Gilmore’ MJF Snub Reveals AEW Concerns, Says Former Superstar

    Former WWE wrestler Bishop Dyer has suggested that WWE’s competitive concerns about All Elite Wrestling (AEW) were exposed through the company’s handling of promotional material for the upcoming film “Happy Gilmore 2.”

    Speaking on the Busted Open Radio podcast, Dyer—formerly known as Baron Corbin during his WWE tenure—revealed that WWE specifically requested promotional footage for the Adam Sandler sequel that excluded AEW star Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF) for broadcast on Monday Night Raw.

    “WWE asked for a preview of the film without MJF in it to air on ‘Raw.’ That’s a real thing. If you want to tell somebody that you’re in their head, that’s a way to do it,” Dyer explained during the discussion.

    The former WWE superstar interpreted this move as evidence contradicting WWE’s public stance regarding their rival promotion. “They want to act like they don’t read the internet and do all this stuff, but everything that is being done says differently,” he added.

    This incident highlights the ongoing competitive dynamics between WWE and AEW, with Dyer suggesting that WWE’s actions demonstrate a level of concern about their competition that contradicts their public messaging. The request to edit out AEW talent from promotional content represents what some view as a form of counterprogramming strategy.

    The revelation adds another layer to the ongoing wrestling industry narrative about the relationship between the two major promotions and their respective approaches to competition.

  • WWE Alum Win MLW World Tag Team Titles At Summer Of The Beasts

    Being released from WWE is rarely a fun experience, but two Superstars have wasted little time in making a splash outside the Sports Entertainment juggernaut. At MLW\’s Summer of the Beasts event that aired live on YouTube, World Tag Team Champions Magnus and Rugido were set to defend their titles against mystery opponents.

    Those opponents? The pairing of duo of Donovan Dijak and Bishop Dyer, f.k.a. Baron Corbin. The WWE alum, collectively known as The Skyscrapers, bested the champions to capture the gold.

    This marks the first reign of Dyer and Dijak as MLW World Tag Team Champions, and the 16th team to win the titles. Now, the Skyscrapers join notable former champions including the Lucha Brothers, the Von Erichs, MJF, and Lexis King.

    Dijak left WWE in June 2024 while Dyer\’s contract not being renewed ended his 12-year tenure under contract the following November. Now, both men are proving that they can stand tall outside WWE as the Skyscrapers have reached the top of MLW\’s tag team division.

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  • Bishop Dyer Thinks R-Truth\’s WWE Release Shows Loyalty No Longer Matters In TKO Era

    Former WWE star Bishop Dyer, previously known as Baron Corbin, has commented on the recent departure of R-Truth. The former WWE star thinks it\’s a sign of a major cultural shift within WWE under TKO Group Holdings where talent loyalty is no longer important. 

    Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Dyer compared the current environment with the previous regime. \”Say what you want about Vince, Vince cared about his talent and he cared about the fans,\” Dyer stated.

    \”Guys like Taker, someone who’s been loyal. When you watch Vince talk about Taker, he starts crying because he loves him and his loyalty. R-Truth has been nothing but loyal, he’s done everything that’s ever been asked. He’s gotten everything to work, even some sh*t that’s really questionable over the years, he’s made very entertaining.\”

    Dyer believes this sends a clear message to the current locker room. \”I think for the locker room, they’re gonna come to a harsh realization that loyalty no longer matters,\” he said. \”I think that it has become what the NFL a little bit is, a paper league, in my opinion, where it’s no longer about the person, it’s about what’s on paper.”

    H/t to Wrestle Talk

  • Bishop Dyer Praises Tony Khan\’s Support for AEW Talent

    Former WWE Superstar Bishop Dyer has yet to work for Tony Khan, but the wrestler has praised the AEW President for taking care of his talent. Appearing on Busted Open Radio, Dyer, better known to fans as Baron Corbin, spoke highly of Khan, revealing that the AEW head has done things WWE would not have done for its wrestlers.

    \”I can tell you Tony Khan cares about his employees. I know things that are not public that he\’s done for talent that I think in WWE\’s world would not be done that way.\”

    Dyer didn\’t give examples of Khan\’s actions, though it\’s no secret that the AEW President often goes the extra mile. Khan can often be found making massive donations to GoFundMe\’s to aid wrestlers, including donating $10,000 to Kevin Sullivan\’s medical expenses in 2024.

    Whether Dyer, a former NXT Tag Team Champion, one day appears for the promotion that once directly competed with WWE NXT, that remains to be seen. With that said, it\’s clear that the Lone Wolf has a high estimation of the AEW President.

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  • \’Of All People!\’ – Ex-Superstar Slams WWE Over Bayley\’s WrestleMania Snub

    Bayley was not a part of WrestleMania 41, despite at one time being advertised for the show. Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Bishop Dyer, known to many as Baron Corbin, shared his anger over WWE\’s handling of the Role Model.

    \”F*** you, that’s my sentiment. I mean, to do it to Bayley of all people. Someone who’s been there through COVID. Has made lemonade out of dogs*** repeatedly… is a model f**ing employee.\”

    Dyer\’s words echo the sentiments of many who believe Bayley was unfairly snubbed by WWE. While she was advertised for the Women\’s Tag Title match, it has been reported that WWE never intended for her to compete. Instead, Bayley was replaced by Becky Lynch, who has gone on to win the gold, lose the gold, and turn on Lyra Valkyria.

    Lynch\’s return may have been a \’WrestleMania moment\’, but many fans are ready to see much more for Bayley, who recently expressed her own frustrations with WWE\’s treatment of her. It remains to be seen if WWE alters its handling of the Role Model following the backlash seen from Dyer and countless others following this year\’s WrestleMania.

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  • Baron Corbin Divulges Conspiracy Behind WWE Release

    Baron Corbin believes his WWE release was premeditated.

    The former US Champion was one of the most shocking WWE departures of 2024. After his exit from the company, the wrestling veteran has suggested multiple times that someone high up in the company did not want him to be part of the roster.

    The former WWE star who goes by the ring name Bishop Dyer now, once again talked about the issue in a new interview with Ariel Helwani. While Corbin did not reveal the name of the person, he suggested that his 2023 NXT run was arranged by them. The 40-year-old explained that they were hoping to create a situation to get rid of him but his success in the development brand foiled their plans:

    \”They have a good amount of power and I just don\’t…..for some reason they\’re not a fan of me or what I do. They were part of the thing that pushed me to go down to NXT and do some matches which I think was kind of like \’I will put them down there for a little bit. He\’ll complain or he\’ll do something and it won\’t work and then that gives us a reason.\’

    Then when I went down there and just killed it and caught on fire and became a baby face for the first time in my career and the audiences were behind me and they loved the wolf dog stuff. They couldn\’t deny that it wasn\’t working.\”

    If You Have One Persson: Baron Corbin

    Baron Corbin revealed that he\’s talked to several people who have confirmed that the one person was against him. Per the former champion, they didn\’t give up on trying to sabotage his career even after the failed NXT attempt. Corbin suggested that they made efforts to keep him off TV after he returned to main roster, ultimately leading to his release from the company:

    \”So then when I got back up to the main roster that person had power again. I think that I got shelved and then…Anybody it doesn\’t matter who it is. If you have one person that\’s kind of that guy that\’s always like \’Uh, not for him. Let\’s not use him for that. He\’s not working.\’ Then other people are like \’Oh well, I\’m not going to pitch ideas for that person because this guy\’s going to shoot it down\’ stuff like that.\”

  • Tom Pestock Claims Single WWE Official Behind His Release, Promises Return as Bishop Dyer

    Tom Pestock\’s WWE departure in 2024 was influenced by a single individual, according to the former Superstar. During an appearance on Busted Open Radio, Pestock, previously known as Baron Corbin, discussed his release.

    \”I believe there\’s one person that made this decision or influenced this decision, and I think that\’s what put me in the position I\’m in now.\”

    Rather than being discouraged, the former U.S. Champion is using his release as motivation, stating he\’s \”not gonna let one person control me or my fate or my destiny.\” Pestock vowed to demonstrate WWE\’s error in releasing him, adding that \”it\’ll come back on them, whoever that person is.\”

    Pestock remains confident that his future accomplishments will make WWE regret their decision and potentially seek to bring him back. However, if a return does materialize, fans should expect a different persona entirely.

    \”Maybe that door will open again and they\’ll say, \’Hey man, come on back.\’ But if they do, they\’re not getting Baron Corbin. That man is dead. They\’re getting Bishop Dyer.\”

    The emergence of Bishop Dyer represents a fresh start for Pestock following his 12-year tenure with WWE. Having already made his mark at GCW Bloodsport, Dyer is determined to show WWE—and one particular decision-maker—the magnitude of their mistake.

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