Close to four years after his release from WWE, JDC (fka Fandango) made a surprise appearance on the February 4 episode of NXT, stepping up to challenge NXT Heritage Cup Champion Lexis King. Their showdown will take place next week with JDC hoping to take the trophy to The System and TNA.

In an NXT digital exclusive, JDC opened up on what his return means to him.

“NXT means the world to me, to have me back tonight. Just goosebumps, man. I can’t get over it. I’m grateful, that’s exactly what I am.”

Looking ahead to his future showdown with King, JDC shared that fans “couldn’t predict what would happen” when the pair face off one-on-one. The pair has quickly become one of the most talked about aspects coming out of this week’s WWE NXT with fans interested at the prospect of the TNA star winning the NXT Heritage Cup.

JDC’s role on this show further highlights the multi-year partnership between WWE and TNA Wrestling that promises plenty of crossover. Natalya and Cora Jade have both shown interest in becoming TNA Knockouts World Champion, while the NXT Tag Team Titles will be on the line this Thursday on iMPACT! Fraxiom will put the gold on the line against Nic and Ryan Nemeth and the Hardys have also shown interest in NXT tag team gold.

Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on the WWE-TNA partnership as fans are awaiting to see who will be next to ‘cross the line.’

Jey Uso’s victory in the Men’s Royal Rumble has proven to be divisive, with some backing the popular star while others believe it should have gone to a bigger name. CM Punk was considered one of the favorites going into the Rumble match, and on the Good Guy/Bad Guy podcast, Punk expressed his delight in Jey’s surprising victory.

“Jey winning is fantastic. When you have somebody in there like John Cena that everyone is going to immediately assume, ‘LOL Cena is going to win.’“

Punk also brought up Charlotte Flair’s victory in the Women’s Royal Rumble, noting how many fans had predicted the Queen would become a two-time winner. Once again sharing that he is pleased that a surprise took place in the Men’s Rumble match, Punk acknowledged that pleasing everyone with a Royal Rumble win would’ve proven impossible.

“When there are 30 people in the Rumble, male or female, that is 30 fanbases, at least 29 fanbases, that are going to converge and hate whoever wins the Rumble.”

Whether fans love it, hate it, or are indifferent, Jey Uso is set to challenge for a World Championship at WrestleMania 41. As for CM Punk, his quest for a title match at WrestleMania 41 will see him enter next month’s Elimination Chamber match. With John Cena already announced and four spots left to fill inside the Chamber, Punk’s quest to a title match and a potential WrestleMania main event remains a tall order.

Jey Uso On Royal Rumble Critics: “You Don’t Strap My Boots”

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Charlotte Flair earned another Women’s Championship opportunity at WrestleMania 41 by winning the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match, becoming the bout’s first two-time winner. While fans know Flair will be in a high-profile match this April, The Queen is keeping everyone guessing about her WrestleMania plans.

Flair appeared on NXT to confront NXT Women’s Champion Giulia, Roxanne Perez, and Bayley during the Vengeance Day Championship Summit. In a WWE NXT digital exclusive, Flair made clear the decision she makes will be on her terms.

“WrestleMania’s not until April, so I’ve got all the time in the world. So I’m just gonna take my time while you guys wait it out. It’s on my time. I might not even pick until the night before WrestleMania.”

Giulia, Bayley, and Perez will meet at NXT Vengeance Day this week with the NXT Women’s Championship on the line. While Flair respects the skills of all three women, she sarcastically added that “they’re not me, but they will get there.”

Flair’s return to the ring comes after she spent over a year out of action with a leg injury. Now that she’s back, the two-time Women’s Royal Rumble winner is grateful to have had the opportunity to visit NXT this week.

“To come back where I’m homegrown, where my first match was, where my coaches are, it’s always surreal to come back, to remember your roots.”

Charlotte will be on this Friday’s WWE SmackDown where she will confront Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton. Though a match between the two has already been reported, fans may be left waiting a long time before Flair confirms her WrestleMania 41 plans.

Alexa Bliss’ shocking return at the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble was a major moment for WWE and the Goddess, who hadn’t competed for WWE in over two years before the event. Now, it turns out her return also caught the attention of Hollywood insiders.

According to PWInsider, Bliss’ massive reaction at the event put her on the radar of entertainment executives who are actively scouting WWE talent for potential film and TV roles. With WWE’s Netflix deal boosting the company’s visibility, industry sources are paying closer attention to WWE superstars, looking for crossover potential in mainstream entertainment. Bliss’ return stood out not only because of the secrecy surrounding it but also due to the explosive fan reaction when her music hit as the 21st entrant.

Bliss is no stranger to roles in the media outside of the ring. They include:

• Punky Brewster (2021) – Bliss made a guest appearance as her wrestling persona alongside Charlotte Flair.
• The Masked Singer (Season 9, 2023) – She competed as the character “Axolotl” and was eliminated during “Country Night.”
• Uncool with Alexa Bliss (Podcast) – She hosted this podcast, sharing personal stories and insights into her life outside of wrestling.
• Sakamoto Days (2025) – Bliss voices the character of Obiguro in the English dub of this popular manga adaptation.
• Alexa Bliss (2020) – Bliss appeared as herself in a Bowling For Soup music video for ther track that bears her name.

WWE has already secured her future with a new five-year contract, signaling that she will remain a key part of the company’s plans. Whether this leads to Hollywood offers similar to those received by John Cena and Batista, or if she chooses to stay focused on wrestling, remains to be seen.

WWE Superstar Bayley is set to showcase her athletic prowess outside the wrestling ring as she joins the roster for the 2025 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. The event will take place on Friday, February 14 at 7 PM ET, airing live on ESPN.

One of WWE’s top female stars in recent history, the Role Model will represent Team Rice, coached by NFL legend Jerry Rice and social media star Khaby Lame. She’ll be sharing the court with a diverse lineup of celebrities, including former NBA player Matt Barnes, comedian Druski, and country singer Walker Hayes. While Bayley will be the only wrestler involved, Kai Cenat, who appeared at the 2025 Royal Rumble team will be a part of Team Bonds (coached by Barry Bonds.)

Bayley’s participation adds a unique flair to the game, blending the world of professional wrestling with basketball. Fans will be eager to see how Bayley’s in-ring endurance translates to the hardwood as she competes against Team Bonds. The 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend is set in the San Francisco Bay Area, adding a hometown twist for Bayley, who hails from nearby San Jose.

Bayley won’t be the first WWE Superstar to compete in the NBA Celebrity All-Star game. The Miz put on quite the show back in 2023 and nearly won the game for his team. The two-time WWE Grand Slam Champion nailed an incredible half-court shot over Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf, but failed to get it off ahead of the buzzer.

In WWE, Bayley recently came up short in the Women’s Royal Rumble, though next week’s Elimination Chamber qualifier could bring the Role Model one step closer to a title match at WrestleMania. Whatever comes, fans can look forward to seeing Bayley on the court as the WWE staple explands her role in sports entertainment.

Bayley on WWE’s Women’s Division: “We Have Too Much Talent”

John Cena has made it clear that he wants to win one last WWE Championship before retiring in 2025. While Cena hopes that a win in the upcoming Elimination Chamber match will take him one step closer to that elusive 17th World Title reign, The Undertaker believes that’s not the right move.

Why The Undertaker Doesn’t Want Cena to Win a Championship

During his Six Feet Under podcast, The Undertaker was asked if he hopes Cena achieves his goal of winning a world title in his retirement year. Though countless fans believe the record-breaking reign would be a fitting end for Cena, The Undertaker kept his response blunt. :

“I hope not. I know that sounds bad… You’ve already showed that you’d rather be in Hollywood instead of here… He needs to put other people over at this point.”

The Undertaker’s comments come at an interesting time, as Cena has yet to win a singles match since 2018 and has been putting others ‘over’ ever since. Later in the show, the Deadman clarified that while John should have huge moments on his farewell tour, taking a title reign from somebody else shouldn’t be among them.

“He needs to get some key wins, but in the big matches, he probably should pass the baton on.”

Undertaker’s stance aligns with WWE’s long-standing tradition of veteran stars helping establish younger talent on their way out. Interestingly though, The Undertaker’s own final match, the much-acclaimed Boneyard Match with AJ Styles at WrestleMania 36, saw the Phenom get the win.

Cena’s Legacy and WWE’s Changing Landscape

Cena’s contributions to WWE are undeniable, but The Undertaker believes the focus should remain on the full-time performers who carry the company forward. Speaking as WWE as a whole, the Deadman was pleased to see how things have changed under the guidance of former in-ring rival Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque.

“He’s doing amazing… It’s crazy for me—Monday night used to be chaos, now everyone is so chill backstage.”

Cena and Levesque will work closely to craft a final year fitting for WWE’s Greatest of All Time. However, if The Undertaker has his way, Cena’s story won’t end with another championship reign, but rather with him paving the way for the next generation.

On his Six Feet Under podcast, WWE legend The Undertaker recently shared his thoughts on the evolution of women’s wrestling, highlighting its significant growth and impact on the industry. The WWE Hall of Famer had big praise for names like Becky Lynch and Rhea Ripley, as well as storylines that have surpassed the men’s division in intensity.

Becky Lynch’s Breakout & Star Power

After her transformation into ‘The Man’ in 2018, Becky Lynch became one of the most popular women in wrestling history. As fans eagerly await the return of Lynch, The Undertaker had nothing but praise for the former WWE Women’s World Champion.

She blew up quick, super talented… she’s got the full package.”

Women’s Division Gaining Respect

WWE’s handling of women has changed dramatically throughout the Undertaker’s career, as for years, the female roster were treated as little more than eye-candy. Now, The Undertaker is pleased to see women not only be taken serious, but in some cases, are showing more intensity than their male counterparts.

“[There is] a little bit more grit than the men did... I think they kind of figured that out too and were like, ‘We got to step up our games.’”

Current Storylines & Rhea Ripley’s Role

The Undertaker’s most recent appearance for WWE came on Raw’s Netflix debut where he shared a moment with Rhea Ripley after her title victory over Liv Morgan. On the podcast, the Phenom pointed at Rhea Ripley’s feud with Liv Morgan, calling it one of WWE’s strongest rivalries, just behind The Bloodline. The Undertaker also had praise for Ripley, who’s dominance in the ring has helped her grow increasingly important in the company.

The Future of Women’s Wrestling

The future of WWE’s women’s division also looks to be in strong hands with names like Roxanne Perez, Giulia, Cora Jade, Stephanie Vaquer, Zaria, Kelani Jordan, and more tearing it up in WWE NXT. As for The Undertaker, his comments reflect the division’s transformation from an underappreciated attraction to a legitimate main-event staple.

In a recent episode of his Six Feet Under podcast, WWE legend The Undertaker (Mark Calaway) candidly discussed his infamous 2019 match against Goldberg at Super Showdown. The match is considered one of the worst bouts in the career of both men, and served as a reminder that age was wearing down the legacy of both legends.

WWE had promoted the match as a massive occasion, as one of WWE’s biggest ever stars fought one of WCW’s top performers in their first (and ultimately last) collision. Despite WWE hyping up the match, The Undertaker admitted that he failed to deliver in Saudi Arabia.

“That Saudi thing was a little ugly… I stunk the joint out, man.”

Challenging Conditions

Competing in a different country can prove to be a logistical nightmare for wrestlers who may be jet-lagged when they step in the ring. For The Undertaker, it was extreme heat in Saudi Arabia that made the challenging match even tougher.

“It was 9:00 at night and 98 degrees outside… You could chew the air it was so thick.”

Goldberg’s Reputation & Circumstances

The match did not help the reputations of either man, as fans who had loved the pair during their respective hey-days felt pity or embarrasment to see the in-ring farce. Despite the match’s failure, The Undertaker defended Goldberg, stating he was “thrust into something” and praising him as a “good dude.” At nine minutes long, this match was the longest Goldberg had spent in the ring since his 2016 WWE return, and a concussion early into the bout only made things more difficult.

Reflection on His Career

On the podcast, the 59-year-old Undertaker also reflected on the evolving nature of professional wrestling, admitting that he wouldn’t physically survive some of today’s high-impact moves. As for his one-and-only showdown with Goldberg, the match remains a low point in the Deadman’s career, and fans would see both men back in the ring soon after, hoping to wash the taste of this match away.

Alexa Bliss made her stunning return to WWE as part of the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match, over two years after her previous appearance for the promotion. As the #21 entrant, Bliss lasted eleven minutes in the match but didn’t score any eliminations before being thrown out by Liv Morgan.

Bliss’ return came after reported conflict between herself and WWE which had led some to believe that an agreement between the two sides would never be reached. Fans pleased to see Bliss back have Dean Muhtadi (fka Mojo Rawley) to thank, as Wrestling Observer Radio reports that he helped Bliss and WWE make amends, culminating in Bliss’ new contract.

Bliss had wanted a new contract but WWE had hoped for her to continue on her previous deal with time added. On X, Muhtadi, who represents Bliss as part of the Paragon Talent Group, shared his congratulations after her Royal Rumble return.

With Bliss back in the ring, fans are excited to see what’s next for The Goddess. Before her contract issues with WWE, there had been plans for Bliss to return on the January 13, Raw and do something with The Wyatt Sicks. Now that Uncle Howdy’s faction has been moved to SmackDown, it remains to be seen what brand Bliss will land on and who she’ll work with first.

Duke Hudson’s time with WWE NXT has come to an end, with the Chase U star reportedly being let go in January 2025. Now more has come to light about the abrupt exit of the former Tag Team Champion.

WWE CCO Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque made the call for Hudson to be cut, the Wrestling Observer Radio reports, as decisions like these are one of Levesque’s many roles. WWE’s Chief Content Officer did not see Hudson as a main-roster talent, despite having been under contract for six years. At 34 years old, time was also not on his side, resulting in Hudson’s WWE tenure coming to an end.

Duke Hudson in WWE

Hudson joined WWE in February 2019 and would debut at an NXT live event the following month under real name Brendan Vink. In March 2020, he began appearing on Raw as an associate of MVP, but their partnership would disband shortly after and Hudson would return to NXT.

Highlights of Hudson’s WWE career include facing Cameron Grimes in a hair vs. hair match at NXT WarGames 2021, a match that Hudson would lose. The Australian’s sole title reign in WWE saw himself and Andre Chase hold the NXT Tag titles for three weeks in late 2023.

Now, Duke Hudson will have to find a role for himself in wrestling outside WWE. As an NXT release, fans will have to wait for Hudson’s 30-day non-compete clause to expire before they see the Australian powerhouse back in the ring.

The WWE-TNA partnership has promised years of crossover between the two promotions, with strides already being made with NXT stars appearing on TNA shows, now, one of WWE’s longest-tenured talents, Natalya, is coming for Masha Slamovich and the TNA Knockouts title.

In an interview with Contralona, Natalya made it clear she has her sights set on Slamovich and invited the champion to train in her Hart Family dungeon.

“Masha, I’m coming for your championship. That’s the cool thing about challenging you right now, Masha. I think you’re so talented. Listen, Masha, if you want to come down to the dungeon, this is an official invite for you to train. I’ll try not to kick your ass too much—but yes, that’s an invite.”

Natalya, a former Divas Champion, SmackDown Women’s Champion, and Tag Team Champion, isn’t the only WWE name with an eye on Slamovich. Cora Jade has also targeted Slamovich and has been making appearances on TNA iMPACT! While a title match has yet to be announced, fans can expect the former NXT Women’s Tag Team Champion in the ring with Masha soon enough.

With the TNA Knockouts division gaining increased attention, a match between Masha Slamovich and Natalya could mark a significant moment for the careers of both women. Fans will have to wait and see if this highly anticipated showdown becomes a reality.

Drew McIntyre’s frustration following his elimination from the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match wasn’t just about losing a WrestleMania opportunity, but it was also fueled by an overlooked moment early into the match.

Entering at No. 17, McIntyre, the winner of the 2020 Rumble, lasted nearly 27 minutes but failed to secure any eliminations before being tossed out by Damian Priest. While some initially believed LA Knight’s collision with Priest during the elimination caused McIntyre’s anger, reports suggest the issue occurred earlier.

According to Wrestling Observer Radio’s Dave Meltzer, McIntyre was visibly furious backstage, loudly venting his frustration over LA Knight allegedly performing unplanned moves that disrupted the match flow. The delay affected the timing of McIntyre’s elimination, forcing a mid-match adjustment. Multiple people reportedly shared McIntyre’s frustration, making his reaction a significant backstage incident rather than a scripted storyline.

This situation has raised questions about McIntyre’s direction going forward and the nature of his relationship with WWE. Sportskeeda’s Dr. Chris Featherstone reports that frustrations with McIntyre have “cooled off” since the Rumble and things are “moving forward” between the Scottish Warrior and WWE.

As for Knight, it is yet to be known whether he will face any consequence for perfoming unplanned moves and disrupting the flow of the Men’s Royal Rumble match. While neither man was set to win the 30-Man contest, this incident has cast a shadow over WWE’s first PLE of 2025.

Joe Hendry stunned fans with his surprise appearance in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match, once again highlighting the partnership between WWE and TNA Wrestling. On the Ariel Helwani Show, Hendry shared his disbelief that his role in the match didn’t leak. Hendry also shared that he was able to receive advice from some of WWE’s very top sars, including Cody Rhodes and CM Punk.

“I said, ‘If you guys were me, how would you approach this?’ I got great advice. I have to tell you, I don’t know if he would want me to say this, but The Miz is awesome. These guys go out of their way to help you succeed.”

After three minutes in the match, Hendry was eliminated by Roman Reigns, robbing fans of a chance to see the TNA World Champion share the ring with John Cena. Hendry has been vocal about wanting to face Cena on the WWE icon’s retirement tour, though a match has yet to be announced. On the show, the Scottish star recalled speaking with Cena at the Royal Rumble.

“What he made clear is that, if I want that match to happen, it’s on my shoulders. I have to make it happen and I have to generate the interest to make it happen. It was almost like a challenge.”

Hendry is willing to put in the work to make the idea of a Cena-showdown “one of the most compelling matchups in professional wrestling.” Cena would also come up short in the Men’s Royal Rumble and would be the last Superstar eliminated by the winner Jey Uso. Now, Cena’s attention turns towards Elimination Chamber, but Joe Hendry remains eager to face the 16-time World Champion on the final year of the WWE icon’s career.

Logan Paul was a part of the February 3, edition of WWE Monday Night Raw, and his presence would cost Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee their match with the New Day. When Cathy Kelley tried to speak with Paul after the show, Mysterio interrupted and shared some heated words with the Maverick.

Paul tried to defend himself, arguing that Mysterio pushed him first during the tag-team match. Mysterio bit back, stating that Paul had no reason to be at ringside for the match in the first place.

Logan Paul Turns On Cleveland

This week’s Raw took place in Paul’s hometown of Cleveland, but the former U.S. Champion wasn’t thrilled with the homecoming. Paul was resoundingly booed by the crowd inside the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse and after the show, the Maverick shared his take on his fellow Clevelanders.

“Cleveland, they don’t recognize greatness. Because everybody is average… Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse, full of average, which is why I left. Which is why they don’t appreciate me. They can’t see it, they’re too stupid for their own good. Peanut brains.”

Paul will be back on Raw next week where he’ll face Rey Mysterio in an Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match. Despite the frosty reception he received in his former hometown, the Maverick is looking to the future and a potential World Championship match at WrestleMania 41.

Liv Morgan is heading to the Women’s Elimination Chamber match on March 1, and the former Women’s World Champion has Rhea Ripley to thank. During Morgan’s qualifying match with IYO SKY, Ripley’s anger got the better of her, and she struck Liv, resulting in a disqualification.

After Raw, Morgan relished in her victory, especially since it was her nemesis who guaranteed her victory.

“How dumb is Rhea?! Thank you so much Rhea. I know you’re so obssessed with me and you missed me so much! You help me beat IYO so I can win the Elimination Chamber and take back my Women’s World Championship. She’s obssessed, what the heck?”

Morgan will face five other women with the winner earning a WrestleMania 41 title opportunity. The winner of the Women’s Elimination Chamber match will face whichever main-roster champion that 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble winner Charlotte Flair does not choose to face. With reports of Flair vs. Tiffany Stratton circulating, it’s expected that the Women’s Elimination Chamber winner will face Rhea Ripley this April in Las Vegas.

Next month will mark Morgan sixth appearance in the Elimination Chamber, extending her record for the most times competing in the match. Though Morgan has three eliminations to her name, she’s yet to win the contest, and hopes to change that on March 1, and earn a WrestleMania title match in the process.

With the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE in the history books, attention now turns to the Elimination Chamber PLE, set to take place on March 1 in Canada. During this week’s Raw, several Superstars earned a spot in the Chamber, getting them one step closer to a championship opportunity at WrestleMania 41.

Liv Morgan qualified for the Women’s Elimination Chamber match with a controversial victory over IYO SKY. Constant attempts at interference by Raquel Rodriguez would lead to Rhea Ripley coming out to attack her. After dealing with Raquel, Ripley mistakenly turned her anger towards Morgan and struck her in face, causing a disqualification.

On the men’s side of things, CM Punk earned his spot inside the Elimination Chamber match. In his second Raw match since 2014, Punk defeated Sami Zayn to earn his spot on the Toronto card. Punk joins John Cena, who declared for the Elimination Chamber during the post-Royal Rumble press conference.

What’s Next?

There’s still plenty of spaces to fill in the Elimination Chamber matches, and Seth Rollins hopes to be part of the Men’s contest. On Raw, Rollins shared that he will have a qualifying match against Finn Balor which will come in the next couple of weeks.

As for next week, fans will see Logan Paul and Rey Mysterio battle for a spot in the Men’s match in a rare TV showing for the Maverick. Bayley and Lyra Valkyria will also battle next week, both hoping to earn a spot in the Women’s Elimination Chamber contest.

Hulk Hogan was resoundingly booed during his appearance on WWE Raw’s debut on Netflix, despite the Hulkster stating that he loved the fans. Given his controversial past and this response, there have been renewed conversations among fans about Hogan’s place in modern-day WWE and his legacy as a whole.

On his Six Feet Under podcast, fellow Hall of Famer The Undertaker saw the funny side to this situation. Amid fits of laughter, the Phenom called the appearance an “ego pop” for Hogan, who was trying to promote his Real American Beer. When guest Justin Danger Nunle asked if he felt like giving Hogan a hug, The Undertaker laughed again before giving a resounding no.

While the Phenom was not in a hugging mood, he ws also asked if he felt bad for Hogan. The Undertaker suggested that the frosty reception Hogan received was karma for what’s happened in the past

“I got feelings. I got feelings for people, like sometimes in life, things come back.”

The Undertaker also appeared on Raw’s Netflix debut, where he received a more favorable response from the crowd inside the Intuit Dome. While both Hogan and Undertaker have expressed support for Donald Trump, the Phenom’s support of the 47th President wa not as pronounced as Hogan, who appeared at various events rallying for the billionaire.

Hulk Hogan Cites NWO Run As Reason Behind WWE Raw Booing

WWE has yet to have Hogan appear in front of a live crowd since Raw in LA, with video spots featuring the Hulkster also getting booed. It remains to be seen if WWE use Hogan in person again, as the once beloved babyface may be in store for another cold welcome.

AJ Styles made his return at the WWE 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, and now fans can expect to see him in action ever Monday Night. During a backstage segment on the February 3rd episode of WWE RAW, Adam Pearce confirmed that Styles is now part of the red brand and will appear on next week’s show.

Styles made his long-awaited return from injury in the Men’s Royal Rumble match. Entering at #21, he went toe-to-toe with Roman Reigns, John Cena, CM Punk, and Seth Rollins, proving he hadn’t lost a step. As Styles was showing that he’s still got ‘it’ in the ring, his WrestleMania journey hit a roadblock when Logan Paul eliminated him.

Following his Rumble exit, Styles admitted he was embarrassed, saying in a WWE Digital Exclusive, “I don’t know if I’ll ever live that one down.” When interviewer Cathy Kelley pointed out that Paul also eliminated CM Punk, Styles tried to shake it off, responding, “Well, at least I’m not the only one dealing with this humiliation.”

It had been reported before RAW that WWE was considering moving Styles to the red brand. With his move to RAW confirmed, Styles has a fresh roster of opponents to face, including Paul, who moved to the red brand in January 2025. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on AJ Styles now that the former WWE Champion is officially part of the Raw roster.

Hulk Hogan was resoundingly booed during his appearance on the January 6, edition of WWE Raw, the first show to broadcast on Netflix. Speaking on The Pat McAfee Show, Hogan admitted that he expected a hostile response, and believes his NWO days fuelled the fans.

“The last I ran hard in LA, I was a bad guy. I was Hollywood Hogan and riding dirty with [Kevin] Nash and [Scott] Hall, spray painting people and crotch chopping everybody.”

Hogan acknowledged that politics may have played a role in the response he received, but believes the appearance was still worth it. The Hulkster claimed that his appearance had “eleven billion impressions,” a number much higher than “some of the big starts that were on the card.

The WWE Hall of Famer did not touch on his racist past which many have cited as a major factor behind the hostile respone he received. On an earlier edition of The Pat McAfee Show, a parody of Hogan threw out the challenge to several African-American wrestlers. Mark Henry has claimed Hogan made no effort to make amends following his racist remarks that leaked in 2015.

The response Hogan received has renewed conversations about WWE’s use of arguably the biggest star in all of pro wrestling. While the Hulkster continues to make friends in politics, the frosty reception he received in LA shows that it may be a very long time before Hogan is in front of a WWE camera again.

Jey Uso’s Men’s Royal Rumble match victory shocked fans, with some sharing their issues with the decision on social media. Appearing on The Pat McAfee Show, Jey was asked for his response to the negative response to the biggest win of his WWE career.

“You don’t strap my boots every week… I’m in the trenches like everybody else man, I don’t pay no mind to that. I don’t need none of that… There’s a lot of haters out there and they talk it because they can’t walk it.”

Uso’s victory came at the expense of top talent including John Cena who many fans had predicted would be winning his final Royal Rumble match. Instead, the 16-time WWE World Champion hopes a victory inside the Men’s Elimination Chamber match will lead him to a title match at WrestleMania 41.

What’s Next for Jey Uso?

With his victory, Jey has earned himself a WrestleMania main event, either against World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER or Undisputed WWE Champion (and former tag-team partner) Cody Rhodes. After the Royal Rumble, Jey said he was going to become World Heavyweight Champion, teasing a rematch with the Ring General.

Jey will be on tonight’s edition of WWE Monday Night Raw where he’ll no-doubt address his surprising victory. No matter what some fans may say, Jey Uso is ready to prove his ‘Main Event’ moniker by competing for a World Championship at WrestleMania 41.

Charlotte Flair and Andrade have officially parted ways. Court records obtained by TMZ Sports reveal that the WWE superstar, whose real name is Ashley Elizabeth Fliehr, filed for divorce from Andrade (Manuel Alfonso Andrade Oropeza) in Florida back in June 2024. A judge finalized the split in October.

A High-Profile Wrestling Romance Comes to an End

Flair and Andrade began dating in 2019, got engaged in 2020, and tied the knot in 2022 in a lavish wedding ceremony in Mexico. Despite their seemingly strong bond—evidenced by social media posts and public appearances together—the couple has now gone their separate ways.

There were no obvious signs of trouble leading up to the divorce, as Charlotte had recently credited Andrade for supporting her through her knee injury recovery. Additionally, Ric Flair, Charlotte’s legendary father, teamed up with Andrade for his “Last Match,” further suggesting a close relationship within the family.

What’s Next for Charlotte Flair and Andrade?

Charlotte Flair remains focused on her wrestling career, having just won the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble in Indianapolis. The victory secures her a marquee spot at WrestleMania 41. Meanwhile, Andrade, competed in the Men’s Royal Rumble but was eliminated and will have to find another way to make it onto the card in Las Vegas.

While neither Flair nor Andrade has publicly addressed the split, both are expected to remain key figures in WWE moving forward. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest.

IShowSpeed’s time in the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match may have been brief, but the streamer’s role has proven to be a viral hit. Speed, who had been invited to the show by Pat McAfee, replaced Akira Tozawa in the 30-Man match after he was attacked by the already-eliminated Carmelo Hayes.

Speed would aid Bron Breakker in eliminating Otis before being speared and thrown out by the reigning WWE Intercontinental Champion. In total, Speed’s time in the Rumble was 56 seconds, the shortest of any Superstar competing at the event.

Despite his short Rumble run, Speed’s work has proven to be a hit. As first shared by WrestleOps, between WWE’s social media platform and those of the streamer, this cameo in the Men’s Royal Rumble match surpassed 255 million views over the first 24 hours.

This response demonstrates the viral popularity of IShowSpeed, who appeared at last year’s WrestleMania where he suffered an RKO at the hands of Randy Orton. Speed already has plans for the 2026 Royal Rumble, set to take place in January of next yearin Saudi Arabia.

With IShowSpeed being a bonafide hit this year, fans shouldn’t count out seeing the popular content creator back in the ring. In the meantime, fans can find Speed on Twitch and YouTube, where he’ll continue to entertain his millions of fans with his gaming streams and personality.

Logan Paul isn’t too concerned about a controversial scene that unfolded at WWE 2025 Royal Rumble Premium Live Event. In a moment that has since gone viral, Paul grabbed a fan’s camera during his entrance and smashed it by throwing it to the floor.

This clip sparked much criticism of Paul with many believing the former U.S. Champion crossed a line. Instead of an apology, however, Paul simply wrote, “boohoo” and turned off his comments, shutting down any chance for discussion. The dismissive response has only fueled more debate about whether Paul’s effort to be a heel in wrestling has crossed a line.

This wasn’t Paul’s only viral moment at the 2025 Royal Rumble PLE, where he entrered the Men’s match at #30. After being eliminated by John Cena, Paul shared expletive-filled argument with Kai Cenat at ringside in which h told the streamer “This is all your fault!” Cenat fired back, telling Paul to “Shut the f* up! You suck!” leaving fans to speculate on whether more is to come from the pair.

With Paul’s plans to headline WrestleMania 41 dashed, the Maverick will have to find a new way to make it onto the Las Vegas card. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Logan Paul and his controversial personality in and outside WWE.

Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair have punched their tickets to WrestleMania 41 by winning this year’s Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble matches. Though these were historic wins for both Superstars, not every WWE fan is on board with what transpired in Lucas Oil Stadium.

On YouTube, WWE shared a clip of Flair becoming the first-ever two-time Women’s Royal Rumble winner. While this was a huge moment for Flair, the video has been met with thousands upon thousands of dislikes, far more than those who liked the video.

This response comes after years of fans taking issue with Flair’s booking, believing she is handed opportunities that others would benefit more from. WrestleMania 41 will mark Flair’s eigthth championship match at WrestleMania, a feat that many in WWE today have yet to accomplish even once.

The response to Jey Uso’s shocking win has also been mixed among fans. While some have praised WWE for giving a genuine surprise, many believe the spot was wasted on Jey. On X (formerly Twitter) fans shared their issue with Jey’s victory and Triple H’s booking.

WWE Raw General Manager Adam Pearce has confirmed that both Jey Uso and Charlotte Flair will be on tonight’s show, likely to address their WrestleMania prospects. It remains to be seen what response the pair receive as many are far from pleased with this year’s Royal Rumble winners.

Jey Uso On His WWE Royal Rumble Win: “Oh S***!”

Jey Uso stunned the wrestling world by winning the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match, last eliminating John Cena to punch his WrestleMania 41 ticket. In his first interview appearance since his shocking victory, Jey told the Nightcap podcast what he was thinking at the moment of his victory.

“Oh s***. Oh s***. I’m sitting in the ring, and I’m telling you, when I pushed him off, I just watched him. Oh s***. Oh s***. I won the Royal Rumble.”

Cena wasn’t the only notable name Jey Uso eliminated to win the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble match. Along the road to victory, the ‘Main Event’ star tossed out United States Champion Shinsuke Nakamura and former Bloodline ally Sami Zayn.

What’s Next for Jey Uso?

With his victory, Jey has earned himself a WrestleMania main event, either against World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER or Undisputed WWE Champion (and former tag-team partner) Cody Rhodes. After the Royal Rumble, Jey said he was going to become World Heavyweight Champion, teasing a rematch with the Ring General.

Raw General Manager Adam Pearce has confirmed that Jey will be a part of tonight’s episode of the red brand, leaving fans excited to see what he has to say. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Jey and his unlikely journey to the main event of WrestleMania 41.

H/T – Fightful