Vince McMahon has publicly voiced his disappointment with a Netflix documentary that chronicles his life and career. In a statement, McMahon expressed regret over the documentary’s portrayal of him, specifically criticizing how it conflates his wrestling persona, “Mr. McMahon,” with his true self.

According to McMahon, the producers missed an opportunity to provide an objective, well-rounded account of his life and the business empire he built. He claims the final product distorts reality, using selective editing, outdated soundbites, and out-of-context footage to mislead viewers. McMahon argues that these editorial choices were designed to create a deceptive narrative.

He further highlights how the documentary references a past lawsuit and an affair in a misleading way, reinforcing the misconception that his “Mr. McMahon” character is an accurate reflection of who he is.

McMahon hopes viewers will approach the film with an open mind, urging them to remember that there are two sides to every story.

Vince’s McMahon’s Statement on Netflix Series

McMahon writes, “I don’t regret participating in this Netflix documentary. The producers had an opportunity to tell an objective story about my life and the incredible business I built, which were equally filled with excitement, drama, fun, and a fair amount of controversy and life lessons. Unfortunately, based on an early partial cut I’ve seen, this doc falls short and takes the predictable path of conflating the “Mr. McMahon” character with my true self, Vince. The title and promos alone make that evident.

A lot has been misrepresented or left out entirely in an effort to leave viewers intentionally confused. The producers use typical editing tricks with out of context footage and dated soundbites etc. to distort the viewers’ perception and support a deceptive narrative.

In an attempt to further their misleading account, the producers use a lawsuit based on an affair I ended as evidence that I am, in fact, “Mr. McMahon.”

I hope the viewer will keep an open mind and remember that there are two sides to every story.”

WWE Monday Night Raw airs tonight at 8/7c on the USA Network, live from the Toyota Arena in Ontario, California. With Bad Blood just around the corner next weekend, this episode will feature several storyline advancements leading into the premium live event.

Jey Uso is “so ready” to be a singles champion, and he’ll get his shot in just a matter of hours. The former Bloodline member has done a commendable job without the support of his brother or family, but he’ll have to go through Bron Breakker if he wants to etch his name in the history books.

Matches and segments for the show will include:

• Jey Uso challenges Bron Breakker for the WWE Intercontinental Championship
• Sami Zayn vs. Ludwig Keiser
• Drew McIntyre is also scheduled to return. He’s set to address CM Punk’s recent comments in what will undoubtedly escalate tensions heading into Bad Blood.

We’ll update this article if Raw General Manager Adam Pearce announces additional matches or segments, as he’s known in the hours leading up to the show.

• Cody Rhodes Preparing Special Entrance for Bad Blood

Catch up on the Top 10 Moments from last week’s WWE Raw:

WWE superstar Seth Rollins was spotted at the Chicago Bears game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Lucas Oil Stadium. A die-hard Bears fan, Rollins attended the game during his current break from WWE and found himself in an unexpected viral moment with former Colts wide receiver, TY Hilton.

A Surprise Encounter with TY Hilton

In a playful interaction that delighted fans, Hilton, a former Colts standout, engaged with Rollins near the stands. Hilton humorously “threw” Rollins out of the seating area, causing the former WWE World Heavyweight Champion to tumble onto the field. The light-hearted scene was caught on camera and quickly spread across social media.

Rollins Reacts to the Bears’ Loss

The game didn’t go well for Rollins’ Bears, who lost 21-16, dropping their season record to 1-2. Following the defeat, Rollins took to social media to vent his frustration, rekindling his well-known frustrations with the Bears’ performance. He reiterated his disappointment with football as a whole, continuing a theme he’s expressed in previous seasons.

The viral nature of the incident with TY Hilton generated significant buzz on social media. Fans of both WWE and the NFL discussed the crossover moment, making Rollins’ tumble one of the most talked-about highlights from Sunday’s game.

Rollins’ WWE Absence

Rollins’ appearance at the game comes amid his time off from WWE. He has been absent from programming since August 5, when he was brutally attacked by Bronson Reed on WWE Raw. Rollins has been recovering since the assault, and his time at the Bears game marked one of his rare public appearances during this hiatus.

WWE has announced that its flagship program, Monday Night Raw, will undergo significant changes starting in October 2024. The show will shift from its current three-hour format to a two-hour runtime, which will remain in place until the end of the year. Even more notably, starting in January 2025, Raw will move from cable television to Netflix—a monumental shift, marking the first time in its 31-year history that the show will no longer air on traditional TV.

This decision has stirred mixed reactions within the wrestling community, with fans and industry insiders alike weighing in on the potential impact of these changes. One prominent voice sharing thoughts on this transition is AEW star Mercedes Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE. The “CEO” and reigning AEW TBS Champions expressed her opinions through her Mone Mag newsletter.

Having been a key figure in WWE during her time there, Mone has firsthand experience with Raw‘s three-hour format, having headlined numerous episodes. She discussed both the benefits and potential drawbacks of the show’s upcoming changes.

Opportunities vs. Concerns with a Shorter Runtime:

Mone pointed out that while the three-hour format was often criticized for dragging at times, it provided valuable opportunities for underrepresented talent—especially women—to get more screen time. With the show reverting to a two-hour window, she expressed concern that some performers might find it harder to secure consistent airtime, which could, in turn, limit their visibility and career growth.

However, Mone also sees a potential upside. She acknowledged that the move to Netflix could open new doors for creative storytelling. She speculated that the streaming platform might allow WWE to explore fresh ways to showcase talent, possibly compensating for the loss of an hour of weekly programming. In her view, the success of this transition will largely depend on how well WWE utilizes this new format to highlight its diverse roster.

Ultimately, Mone remains optimistic that WWE’s ability to create more opportunities for its talent will be crucial, not just for the performers but also for the overall health of the industry.

Mone’s AEW Status

In the meantime, Mone continues to shine in AEW. She is currently in her fourth month as the AEW TBS Champion, having most recently defended her title against Hikaru Shida at All Out 2024. Her career has continued to evolve since leaving WWE, but it’s clear that she still has a vested interest in the future of the company that helped make her a star.

As Raw prepares for a new chapter, the wrestling world will be watching closely, with veterans like Mone offering insights into how these changes could shape the future of WWE and the broader wrestling landscape.

The September 9 episode of WWE Raw ignited rumors of a potential in-ring return for Wade Barrett after an on-screen confrontation with Drew McIntyre. McIntyre, following his recent attack on CM Punk, addressed Barrett during a segment, prompting wrestling fans to wonder whether the former WWE Intercontinental Champion might be considering a return to the squared circle.

Barrett, who officially retired from in-ring competition in late 2015 after a series of injuries, was released from WWE in June 2016. He returned to the company in 2020, not as a competitor, but as part of the commentary team on NXT. Despite his current role behind the announce desk, the possibility of a comeback remains a topic of discussion within the wrestling community.

WWE Hall of Famer John “Bradshaw” Layfield (JBL) added fuel to the fire during a recent interview on Huge Pop. JBL expressed his belief that Barrett still has something to offer inside the ring if he’s willing to take the chance. “If Wade has that desire, I say go for it,” JBL stated. “Commentary will always be there for him, but the window for an in-ring career isn’t open forever. If it doesn’t work out, he can always come back to commentary.”

Barrett, a five-time WWE Intercontinental Champion, wrestled for WWE from 2006 to 2015. He was released the following year, before returning in 2020 and transitioning to his current role as a broadcaster. While there has been no official word from Barrett or WWE on a potential return, JBL’s comments suggest that the door is not entirely closed.

At the time of writing, Barrett has not indicated any plans to step back into the ring, leaving fans to speculate about what the future holds for the former leader of the Nexus.

Wade Barrett’s Best WWE Moments (Playlist)

Dustin Rhodes continues to be a force in All Elite Wrestling, showing no signs of slowing down. Having been with AEW since its inception, Rhodes’ passion for pro wrestling remains as strong as ever. His enduring love for the business has likely contributed to his impressive longevity in the ring. Earlier this month, he celebrated 36 years since his debut.

On the September 21 episode of AEW Collision, Rhodes and Sammy Guevara defended their ROH World Tag Team Titles in a Bunkhouse Brawl, a stipulation created by Dusty Rhodes in 1985. The duo took on Mike Bennett and Matt Taven of the Undisputed Kingdom in a brutal, hard-hitting contest.

The Natural Reflects on His AEW Journey

Following the victory, Rhodes shared his thoughts on social media, expressing his deep appreciation for AEW and the opportunity to continue performing at a high level. He remarked that his time in AEW has been “good for his soul,” and reflected on his five-year journey with the company, referring to it as his “One Last Ride.”

Guevara Reacts and Challenges Kazuchika Okada

The Spanish God celebrated the victory issuing a challenge to none other than Kazuchika Okada for an AEW Continental Championship Eliminator Match for the September 28 Grand Slam episode of AEW Collision. If Guevara secures a victory, he plans to challenge Okada for the AEW Continental Championship on AEW Dynamite’s 5-Year Anniversary show on October 2.

Pentagon Jr. and Rey Fénix, the Lucha Bros, have signed multi-year WWE contracts, as first reported by Cory Hays. They’re expected to join the main roster soon.

Penta and Fénix are AEW originals, having been with the company since its inception in 2019. Over the years, they participated in some of the greatest matches in AEW history, both as a tag team and in singles competition. Together, they held the AEW World Tag Team Championships, the AEW World Trios Championships (alongside PAC as Death Triangle), and Fénix held the AEW International Championship.

Recent reports suggested that Pentagon and Fenix’s AEW contracts were nearing expiration. The wrestlers subsequently filed applications to trademark their ring names, a sign they were exploring opportunities beyond AEW.

This latest departure from All Elite Wrestling will undoubtedly shake up the tag division and creates a slew of fresh match-ups. The jump is a significant shift in their careers, as WWE’s global reach will bring their talents to the industry’s largest platform.

Stay tuned to SEScoops for further updates on the Lucha Bros’ transition to WWE, as well as information on other AEW contracts set to expire by the end of the year.

The Lucha Bros’ Best AEW Matches

Rey Fénix and Penta El Zero Miedo delivered numerous memorable matches during their time in AEW, showcasing their exceptional in-ring skills. Here are four of our favorites:

1. The Young Bucks vs. The Lucha Brothers (Double or Nothing 2019)
2. The Young Bucks vs. The Lucha Brothers (All Out 2021)
3. The Lucha Brothers vs. FTR (Full Gear 2021)
4. Death Triangle vs. The Elite (Escalera De La Muerte, January 11, 2023)

Netflix has a new documentary series titled The Queen of Villains, focusing on the life and career of Dump Matsumoto, a central figure in women’s professional wrestling during the 1980s.

Queen of Villains explores the untold story of Dump Matsumoto, played by comedic actress Yuriyan Retriever. Matsumoto, known as Japan’s most infamous wrestling heel, was instrumental in the surge of women’s wrestling in Japan during the 1980s.

Unlike her contemporaries of the time, she gained fame through her brutal wrestling style and flamboyant personality, becoming a cultural phenomenon alongside the iconic tag team duo, the Crush Gals. The series also features Erika Karata and Ayame Goriki, who portray members of this legendary tag team.

Watch The Queen of Villains on Netflix (Subscription Required)

QOV Cast

Starring: Yuriyan Retriever, Erika Karata, Ayame Goriki Nobuko Sendo, Takuma Otoo, Daisuke Kuroda, Takumi Saitoh, Jun Murakami

• Developer/Producer/Writer: Osamu Suzuki
• Supervising Director: Kazuya Shiraishi
• Directors: Kazuya Shiraishi (Episodes 1-3), Katsuhito Mogi (Episodes 4-5)
• Theme song: “Are you serious?” by Awich

Trailer

QOV promises to combine intense wrestling action with introspective storytelling, making it a highly anticipated release for wrestling fans and those intrigued by women’s contributions to sports history.

Stay tuned for our continued coverage of The Queen of Villains, premiering September 19, 2024 on Netflix.

WWE is closing out 2024 with a bang, as the iconic Saturday Night’s Main Event will return to the airwaves before the year is up.

WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event will be a live two-hour special airing live on both NBC and Peacock on Saturday, December 14 at 8 p.m. ET.

The event will take place at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Long Island, N.Y., site of the first-ever SNME in May 1985.

This is the first of a quarterly primetime special on NBC and Peacock, under WWE’s new five-year media partnership with NBCUniversal that brought SmackDown back to USA.

Ticket Information

Tickets go on sale Friday, September 20, at 10 a.m. ET via Ticketmaster.com. A pre-sale begins the prior day, Thursday, September 19, at 10 a.m. ET.

Fans can register for an exclusive presale offer at WWE.com.

Check Out: Best Saturday Night’s Main Event Matches

History was made on this week’s WWE Raw during the Super Heavyweight clash between “Big” Bronson Reed and Braun Strowman. As soon as Raw General Manager Adam Pearce announced this clash, fans knew they were in for a wild ride. However, nobody could have predicted what unfolded.

During their match, Reed etched his place in WWE highlight reels for years to come when he plucked an unsuspecting fan from the audience and launched him at Strowman:

The surreal moment left viewers stunned and quickly went viral on social media. That’s great for creating buzz, but you can’t just go around throwing people. Attacking an innocent audience member is conduct unbecoming of a WWE Superstar, regardless of the circumstances.

Who Was The Fan?

The WWE fan who got launched by Bronson Reed on Raw has been identified by The Local Competitor (@LocalCompWWE) as independent wrestler Nessy Henrdicks.

Nessy Henrix (@Instntclssic) appeared as an extra on WWE television earlier this year. On the February 25 episode of WWE Raw, Hendrix was hired by Paul Heyman as one of his security guards. Things did not go well for Mr. Hendrix that night either.

The Punishment

Adam Pearce agrees with this assessment and wasted no time addressing the incident. In a decisive move, Pearce levied a “massive undisclosed fine” on Bronson Reed.Furthermore and notwithstanding, both Reed and Strowman will also have to pay up for the destruction they caused during their match.

Bronson Reed has demonstrated that he can hold is own against Braun Strowman. However, it takes a lot more than in-ring tenacity to become a WWE Champion and headline WrestleMania, as Strowman has. Reed has the size and agility to continue climbing the ranks, but this fan-throwing incident shows that he still needs to improve the often-overlooked mental aspect of this sport.

Randy Orton is known as one of the most cold and calculated competitors in WWE history, but his wife Kim is giving us a look at a different side of him.

Kim Orton took to Instagram (@Kim.orton01) on Monday to share glimpses of their romantic tropical vacation in Belize. The series of photos include the caption, “Getting some much needed alone time with my love @randyorton #vacation #Belize” and show a side of “The Viper” that many WWE fans haven’t seen. The 15-time world champ has committed heinous acts over the past 22 years. However, these vacation snapshots provide a refreshing contrast, offering a unique look at his life outside the squared circle.

The photos shared by Kim Orton show the couple standing in front of a helicopter, smiling and enjoying a scenic helicopter ride. One particularly sweet moment features a bed decorated with leaves spelling out “RKO” and “KIM,” adding a romantic touch to their getaway.

Orton was in action this past week on WWE SmackDown, appearing as Kevin Owens’ mystery partner against A-Town Down Under.

Regarding retirement, Randy Orton has not specified an exact timeline for when he plans to hang it up. However, he has indicated in various interviews that he hopes to continue wrestling as long as he’s physically able.

Watch below to learn how Randy Orton met his wife Kim:

Sukeban, the upstart Japanese female wrestling league, is bringing its high-octane brand to London for the first time on October 10th. The event will take place at the historic York Hall, with tickets currently available at Sukeban.com/london.

The London show comes on the heels of Sukeban’s successful events in New York, Miami, and Los Angeles. In their latest outing, Sukeban champion Commander Nakajima defended her title against Crush Yuu in front of a crowd of 2,200 fans in Los Angeles. The company touts that over 3 million more watched live on TikTok.

The Sukeban London main event will feature Sareee Bomb challenging Commander Nakajima for the Sukeban World Championship, a belt designed by the renowned artist Marc Newson.

Sukeban London Preview

The full card for this upcoming event on October 10 includes 5 matches:

Sukeban World Championship Match
Commander Nakajima vs. Sareee Bomb

Gang Warfare
Rina Yamashita vs. Midnight Player vs. Babyface

Harajuku Stars vs. Vandals
Saki Bimi, Maya Mamushi vs. BINGO, Atomic Banshee

Special Singles Match
Stray Cat vs. Ichigo Sayaka

Tag Team Grudge Match
X, King Konami vs. Crush Yuu, Supersonic

Follow Sukeban on Tiktok at @Sukeban_World

This week’s WWE Raw broadcasts live on the USA Network at 8/7c from the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon.

CM Punk’s Return: CM Punk is set to make an appearance to address his upcoming Hell in a Cell match against Drew McIntyre at WWE Bad Blood 2024.

World Tag Team Championship Match: The Judgment Day, represented by Finn Bálor and JD McDonagh, will defend their titles against The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods). Bálor and JD are a formidable team, but the odds are stacked against them in this match. The New Day are the most decorated tag team in WWE history, with a record 12 reigns.

Grudge Match: Former World Heavyweight Champion Damian Priest will face former Judgment Day teammate ‘Dirty’ Dominik Mysterio in a grudge match.

Monsters Collide: “Big” Bronson Reed collides with Braun Strowman in a battle of the big men.

Singles Match: Natalya vs. Zoe Stark

We can also expect to see follow-up on Jey Uso’s win in the Intercontinental Title No. 1 Contender’s Tournament, and the latest developments with The Judgment Day and the Terror Twins.

Check out: The Five Best Matches from WWE Bad Blood

Thunder Rosa, the former AEW Women’s World Champion, is sidelined with a concussion.

She last wrestled on the August 31 episode of AEW Collision, competing in a match with Hikaru Shida, Serena Deeb, and Queen Aminata.

Rosa mentioned the injury on Busted Open Radio, and shared her expert advice about the importance of taking concussions seriously. Professional sports have come a long way with concussion awareness and the dangers of traumatic brain injuries. However, some athletes still feel the pressure to continue.

She warned athletes to stop their physical activity and take precautions.

Rosa expects to be out for a few weeks, with no confirmed date of return date.

WWE Bad Blood will have a special start time. The upcoming premium live event takes place Saturday, October 5, 2024 and will begin at 6e/3p. The event is starting earlier than usual to avoid conflict with UFC 307: Pereira vs. Rountree Jr. later in the evening.

It’s already shaping up to be a unique event. The card will feature the return of Hell in a Cell, along with Roman Reigns’ first match since WrestleMania. He’s teaming with the man who dethroned him and shattered The Bloodline, Cody Rhodes.

Here’s the current match lineup:

• CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre (Hell in a Cell match).
• Liv Morgan (c) vs. Rhea Ripley for the Women’s World Championship.
• Damian Priest vs. Finn Bálor.
• Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes vs. Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu.
• Nia Jax (c) defends the WWE Women’s Championship against the winner of a match between Naomi and Bayley.

Watch WWE Bad Blood live on Peacock in the United States on Saturday, October 5, 2024 from State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.

At UFC 307 on Oct. 5, the main event features a thrilling light heavyweight title fight as Alex Pereira defends his championship against Khalil Rountree Jr. Pereira, known for his striking prowess, aims to make his third successful title defense, while Rountree seeks to capitalize on his opportunity despite past setbacks.

In the co-main event, Raquel Pennington will defend her bantamweight title against Julianna Peña. Pennington, fresh off her championship win earlier this year, faces Peña, who is eager to reclaim the title she lost in 2022. This bout promises to deliver high stakes and intense action. Visit our partner site MMANews.com for more UFC news.

Here are the results from MLW Fightland which took place Saturday, September 14, 2024 from Atlanta, GA at Center Stage.

• Opera Cup 2024 Semi-Final: KENTA defeated TJP by pinfall.
• Opera Cup 2024 Semi-Final: Mistico defeated Bad Dude Tito by pinfall.
• Singles Match: Donovan Dijak defeated Timothy Thatcher by pinfall.
• Tag Team Match: The Andersons (CW Anderson & Brock Anderson) defeated Bomaye Fight Club (Alex Kane & Mr. Thomas) by pinfall, with interference from JBL and The Rogue Horsemen.
• Singles Match: Shigeo Okumura defeated Adam Priest by pinfall.
• MLW World Heavyweight Championship Match: Satoshi Kojima (c) defeated Mads Krule Krügger by disqualification after Krügger threw a fireball, leading to a confrontation with Matt Riddle.
• Opera Cup 2024 Final: Mistico defeated KENTA by submission, crowning Mistico as the winner of the 2024 Opera Cup.

Watch MLW Fightland 2024:

The September 16, 2024 edition of WWE Raw broadcasts live on the USA Network at 8/7c from the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. The venue has hosted several premium live events over the years, including WWE Unforgiven in 2004, WWE No Mercy in 2008 and NXT TakeOver: Portland in 2020.

Matches:

On Saturday, Raw General Manager Adam Pearce announced two matches for the show:

• Former World Heavyweight Champion Damian Priest will face former Judgment Day teammate ‘Dirty’ Dominik Mysterio in a grudge match.

• “Big” Bronson Reed collides with Braun Strowman in a battle of the big men.

CM Punk Returns

In addition to these two matches, the show is being built around CM Punk’s return. Punk was viciously attacked by Drew McIntyre two weeks ago. Their heated rivalry will culminate inside Hell in a Cell at WWE Bad Blood.

We’ll post an updated preview for Monday’s WWE Raw when the card is finalized.

TNA Wrestling presented Victory Road 2024 on Friday night. The sold-out show was TNA’s highest-attended U.S. event of the year, another great sign of momentum for the company. Here are the results

KUSHIDA defeated Slater: Both wrestlers traded early offense, with KUSHIDA focusing on submission holds. Slater gained control with an enziguri but missed a high-flying move. KUSHIDA turned things around with a Spanish Fly into an armbar, forcing Slater to tap out for the win.

Hammerstone & Jake Something defeated Eric Young & Steve Maclin: The match began with a brawl before the bell. Hammerstone and Something took control early, but Young got the hot tag, firing up the crowd. A blind tag allowed Hammerstone to hit the Into the Void to win.

The Hardys defeated First Class (AJ Francis & KC Navarro): The Hardys controlled much of the match, countering First Class’s attempts to mock them. Jeff Hardy hit a top-rope Swanton Bomb on Francis for the win.

“Speedball” Mike Bailey defeated Zachary Wentz to become X-Division Champion. A back-and-forth contest saw Wentz targeting Bailey’s arm. Bailey responded with high-impact moves and ultimately hit the Flamingo Driver to capture the gold.

Spitfire defeated Masha Slamovich & Tasha Steelz: Spitfire’s Jody Threat and Dani Luna were initially isolated but made a strong comeback with double-team maneuvers. They won the match and we’ve got new Knockouts Tag-Team Championships.

Joe Hendry defeated Josh Alexander: Alexander dominated with submissions and power moves, but Hendry fought back. After some interference and near-falls, Hendry applied an ankle lock, forcing Alexander to tap out.

The System (Eddie Edwards & Brian Myers) defeated ABC (Ace Austin & Chris Bey): The System utilized frequent tags to isolate Bey. Despite ABC’s attempts to rally, Alisha Edwards’ interference led to a Boston Knee Party, allowing The System to recapture the TNA Tag-Team Championships.

Jordynne Grace (c) defeated Wendy Choo: Grace maintained control despite Choo’s tactics. After a series of power moves, Grace hit the Juggernaut Driver to retain the Knockouts title.

Nic Nemeth (c) defeated Moose: In a chaotic main event, JBL made a surprise appearance and unleashed a few Clotheslines from Hell. This distraction led Moose to gain a near-fall, but Nemeth eventually hit his Danger Zone finisher to retain the World title to end the show.

Here are highlights from Friday’s WWE SmackDown premiere on the USA Network:

New SmackDown Intro Video

Triple H welcomes us to SmackDown’s new era:

Steel Cage Match: Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes vs. Solo Sikoa

Randy Orton is Kevon Owen’s’ Mystery Partner against A-Town Down Under

Nia Jax’s Bad Blood Chaleneger

Andrade vs. Carmelo Hayes

The new era of WWE SmackDown on the USA Network kicked off with a new logo, a new introduction video and theme song.

“Neva Play” by Megan Thee Stallion featuring RM is the theme song for the latest SmackDown intro video package:

SmackDown kicked off with Cody Rhodes successfully defendeing the Undisputed WWE Championship against Solo Sikoa in a steel cage match. This match saw the dramatic return of Roman Reigns, who interrupted The Bloodline from attacking Cody Rhodes.

WWE SmackDown airs Fridays at 8/7c on the USA Network.

WWE SmackDown returns to the USA Network tonight at 8/7c. It’s Friday the 13th and a new era begins in just a few hours.

With just 3 weeks until WWE Bad Blood, SmackDown will feature a match worthy of a premium live event: Cody Rhodes puts his Undisputed WWE Championship on the line inside of a steel cage against the Tribal Chief, Solo Sikoa. This match will kick off the broadcast, so fans should be sure to tune in promptly.

There’s also a surprise in store, with Kevin Owens teaming up with a mystery partner to face A-Town Under. Who will Owens call to have his back?

Matches scheduled for tonight’s SmackDown on USA include:

• Steel Cage Match: Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes vs. Solo Sikoa

• Mystery Tag Match: Kevin Owens and a Mystery Partner vs. A-Town Down Under’s Austin Theory and Grayson Waller

• Best of 7 Series: Andrade vs. Carmelo Hayes

Roman Reigns, The Bloodline, LA Knight, Nia Jax, Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill are also advertised to appear.

For more information about tonight’s SmackDown and ongoing WWE storylines, visit our WWE News section.

Dalip Singh, best known to wrestling fans as The Great Khali, is a time-traveling, sword-wielding warrior in the upcoming Indian sci-fi film, Raduaa Returns.

The storyline draws inspiration from classic science fiction tales, including H.G. Wells’ The Time Machine. The movie follows a group of characters as they journey through time, from 1955 to the distant future of 2255, and back into the past.

Scheduled for release on November 22, 2024, the highly anticipated sequel will see Khali taking on a significant role. Khali plays the character Mohd. Khan in the film, which is written and directed by Nav Bajwa.

Raduaa Returns is the sequel to Bajwa’s 2018 film Raduaa, which combined comedy and time travel in a story where the characters found themselves trapped in 1955 after an experiment gone wrong. In this new installment, the original cast, including B.N. Sharma, Gurpreet Ghuggi, and Satinder Satti, reunites for another adventure through time.

A Blueprint for WWE Stars to Follow

The film marks another chapter in The Great Khali’s successful post-WWE career, further highlighting his popularity in the entertainment world. Since leaving WWE in 2014, Khali has built a strong fanbase in India, where he is widely recognized as a national icon.

According to his IMDB page, Khali has four other acting gigs in the works. As you can see, he’s such a recognizable figure that he portrays himself in several of these projects:

• Zombie Brothel: Role: Brothel Security | Status: Post-production
• Awara Pagal Deewana 2: Role: Hawa | Status: Pre-production
• Necromancer: Role: The Great Khali | Status: Pre-production
• Zombie Rome: Role: Gladiator Giant Singh | Status: Pre-production

The Great Khali, along with stars like Dwayne Johnson, Dave Bautista and John Cena, have created the blue print for today’s WWE Superstars to transition to a thriving acting career after they hang up their boots.

Drew McIntyre, CM Punk, Damian Priest, Liv Morgan and Tiffany Stratton are all represented by the Paradigm agency to help them further branch out into the entertainment world.

The worlds of professional wrestling and mixed martial arts will overlap once again at this weekend’s UFC 306: O’Malley vs Dvalishvili pay-per-view.

Rey Mysterio, one of WWE’s most iconic stars, has confirmed that he will attend UFC 306 this Saturday, which takes place Saturday, September 14 at The Sphere in Paradise, Nevada, as part of the Las Vegas Valley’s “Riyadh Season Noche.”

The crossover between WWE and UFC continues to grow following the merger of both organizations under the TKO umbrella last year, with stars from both promotions increasingly appearing at each other’s events.

Rey Mysterio at UFC 306

In a post on the official TKO Group Instagram page, Mysterio appeared alongside UFC fighter Brandon Moreno. The two confirmed they were in Las Vegas for the fights. Mysterio, an avid fight fan who attended a UFC event from Mexico City earlier this year, said:

“Yo, what’s up guys! This is Rey Mysterio, WWE Hall of Famer, and this is Brandon Moreno, UFC fighter. We’re very excited to be here in Las Vegas for Noche UFC 306. Let’s go, we’re ready!” Mysterio said in the video.

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UFC 306

UFC 306: O’Malley vs Dvalishvili, also known as Riyadh Season Noche UFC, is set to take place on September 14, 2024 at The Sphere in Las Vegas.

Here is the main pay-per-view fight card, and visit our affiliate site MMANews.com for more UFC news.

Bantamweight Title Bout
Sean O’Malley (c) vs. Merab Dvalishvili

The main event sees bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley defending his title against Merab Dvalishvili. O’Malley is known for his striking skills, while Dvalishvili is a relentless wrestler on a 10-fight win streak

Women’s Flyweight Title Bout
Alexa Grasso (c) vs. Valentina Shevchenko

This trilogy fight for the women’s flyweight championship pits current champion Alexa Grasso against former champ Valentina Shevchenko. Their first two bouts resulted in a submission win for Grasso and a draw.

Featherweight Bout
Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes

Former title challenger Brian Ortega faces rising contender Diego Lopes.

Lightweight Bout
Daniel Zellhuber vs. Esteban Ribovics

The undefeated Mexican fighter Daniel Zellhuber takes on Argentina’s Esteban Ribovics.

Flyweight Bout
Ronaldo “Lazy Boy” Rodriguez vs. Ode Osbourne

TNA Wrestling presents TNA Impact tonight on AXS TV at 8/7c, marking the final build before tomorrow’s TNA Victory Road 2024 pay-per-view event. Tonight’s episode brings several interesting matchups and appearances that will set the stage for Friday night.

Here is the confirmed lineup for the show:

• Tornado Tag Match: ABC vs. First Class

• Singles Match: Ash by Elegance vs. Xia Brookside

• Singles Match: Heather Reckless vs. Gisele Shaw

• Singles Match: Steve Maclin vs. Alex Hammerstone

• Tag Team Match: The Hardys vs. The System

• Segment: Joe Hendry will address the audience.

• Segment: Jordynne Grace will also make an appearance to share her thoughts.

Head over to our TNA section for more news about TNA Impact and Victory Road ’24.

What Happened Last Week

Catch up on what went down on last week’s show, featuring Jordynne Grace’s open challenge for the Knockouts World Championship, Joe Hendry and Mike Santana vs. Moose & JDC.

Former WWE star Mandy Rose opened up about her potential return to the ring on her Power Alphas with Mandy and Sabby podcast. Rose gives her fans reason to be optimistic, stating that she does get the itch and knows there’s unfinished business waiting for her in wrestling.

She spoke about her appearance at the recent BLP Wrestlers Combine event, where she had an injury scare with her knee. Thankfully, an MRI ruled out anything serious:

“I was asked to do a little run-in. I was iffy about it since I haven’t made an in-ring appearance yet. It was literally two seconds, and I was feeling under the weather. As I went to give my knee to Shazza, my other leg gave out. Thankfully, you wouldn’t be able to tell, but the back of my knee has been bothering me.

I had an MRI and nothing alarming came up. It’s just weird movements; it happened at the gym one day too. It’s not anything scary, but it did make me wonder if my time in the ring is done.”

Despite the scare, Rose confessed that the experience stirred something in her:

“I miss wrestling, the camaraderie, the fans, and the adrenaline rush.”

As for her potential return to the ring, Rose remains unsure. She explained that while she still feels the “itch” to compete, other aspects of her life need to be considered:

“I do have the itch a little bit, but I have a lot going on. For me, it has to make sense—emotionally, physically, not just financially. I love my current life—spending time with family, planning my wedding. Do I want to jump back into the physical toll and constant traveling? I know there’s unfinished business for me, but I’m just not sure if now is the time.”

Mandy Rose established herself as one of the most popular performers of her era, and she has a lot of fans eagerly awaiting her return to the bright lights of pro wrestling.