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  • Final Betting Odds for WWE Clash at the Castle

    Final Betting Odds for WWE Clash at the Castle

    WWE Clash at the Castle is finally upon us. After months of anticipation, it all goes down later today from Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. Over 65,000 fans will be on hand for WWE’s first UK stadium show in over 30 years. .

    Here are the final betting odds for WWE Clash at the Castle, courtesy of Bet Online:

    • Roman Reigns is favored (-160) to retain the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship against Drew McIntyre (+120).
    • Liv Morgan is favored (-500) to retain the SmackDown Women’s championship against Shayna Baszler (+300).
    • Gunther is a strong favorite (-700) to retain the Intercontinental Championship against Sheamus (+400).
    • Seth Rollins is a slight favorite (-250) to defeat Riddle (+170) in their grudge match.
    • Bayley, Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky are the favorites (-800) against Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss and Asuka (+450).
    • Judgment Day’s Finn Balor and Damian Priest are favorites (-350) to defeat Edge & Rey Mysterio (+225)

    Keep it locked to SEScoops this weekend, as we’ll be covering WWE Clash at the Castle from all angles, including results and news coming out of the event.

    How WWE Can Book Itself Out of a Corner with Reigns vs. McIntyre at Clash at the Castle
  • WWE Clash at the Castle: Matches, How to Watch

    WWE Clash at the Castle: Matches, How to Watch

    Clash at the Castle is finally upon us. It’s the company’s first UK Stadium show in 30 years and WWE has built a card worthy of this momentous occasion.

    Roman Reigns puts the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship on the line against Drew McIntyre in what’s sure to be a riveting main event.

    Seth Rollins and Matt Riddle look to settle their heated rivalry once and for all. Plus, Liv Morgan puts the SmackDown Women’s Championship on the line, Gunther and Sheamus promises to be a hard-hitting slug fest and much more.

    Here is the final card for WWE Clash at the Castle:

    • Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns vs. Drew McIntyre
    • Seth Rollins vs. Riddle
    • SmackDown Women’s Champion Liv Morgan vs. Shayna Baszler
    • Intercontinental Champion Gunther vs. Sheamus
    • Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss, and Asuka vs. Bayley, Dakota Kai, and Iyo Sky
    • The Judgment Day’s Finn Balor and Damian Priest vs. Edge and Rey Mysterio with Dominik

    How to Watch

    WWE Clash at the Castle takes place Saturday, September 3rd from Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, UK.

    The event streams exclusively on Peacock in the United States and on the WWE Network internationally at 1pm (Eastern).

    Clash at the Castle News

    Potential Spoiler on Plans for WWE Clash at the Castle Main Event
    How WWE Can Book Itself Out of a Corner with Reigns vs. McIntyre at Clash at the Castle
    First Look at WWE Clash at the Castle Production Setup
  • Seth Rollins Unhappy He Was Left Off This Year’s SummerSlam: “A Bit Of A Slap In The Face To Me As A Performer”

    Seth Rollins Unhappy He Was Left Off This Year’s SummerSlam: “A Bit Of A Slap In The Face To Me As A Performer”

    Today WWE will be invading Cardiff, Wales for their Clash at the Castle premium live event, the company’s first major show in the United Kingdom since the epic SummerSlam 1992 pay-per-view from Wembley 30 years ago.

    One of the most highly-anticipated showdowns on the card will be former grand-slam champion Seth “Freakin” Rollins taking on Matt Riddle. The feud, which has been going on for nearly two months, got personal on last week’s Raw when Rollins mentioned Riddle’s real-life issues with his wife during one of his promos, a statement that enraged the Bro and added some extra heat to their encounter.

    Rollins and Riddle were originally scheduled to wrestle at SummerSlam last month, but the matchup never officially happened and the two were reduced to a segment that only lasted a few minutes. Rollins spoke about this during his recent interview with Ariel Helwani, and he was quite unhappy with that evening’s booking.

    Performing At A High Level

    Rollins explains that over the last year he has performed at the top of his game. He had three classics with a returning Cody Rhodes, including what many have called one of the best Hell in a Cell matchups in the last decade. Prior to that Rollins put on clinics with the likes of Roman Reigns, Edge, and was ready to do the same with Riddle at SummerSlam.

    “I was a little upset that we had advertised the match, and then not given that to them [the fans]. At the level I had been performing for really the last year, I felt it was a bit of a slap in the face to me as a performer that I wasn’t able to be on what is essentially the second biggest show of the year for us.”

    Rollins may not have gotten the chance at SummerSlam, but it will most likely only motivate him more to steal the show at today’s Clash at the Castle.

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  • Seth Rollins Reveals John Cena’s Advice On Shoot Segments

    Seth Rollins Reveals John Cena’s Advice On Shoot Segments

    The backstage segment between Seth Rollins and Matt Riddle on this past Monday’s Raw took this feud to the next level. The two already had tensions brewing up for a long time and Riddle reached his breaking point when The Visionary brought up his divorce into the conversation.

    The former WWE Champion spoke to Ariel Halwani ahead of his match with Riddle at Clash At The Castle. He was asked if he crossed the line by bringing up the personal issues of his opponent into the mix. Rollins claimed that it’s not the case. He then revealed what John Cena taught him about shoot segments in wrestling:

    ‘If It’s On Camera, It’s Fair Game’: Seth Rollins

    “I mean, I don’t think so. This was something that I learned from working with John Cena. He always taught me to have a very thick skin when it came to whatever was said on camera because it’s fair game.” said Seth Rollins, “No matter what, if it’s on camera, it’s fair game. It stays out there and lives in that world. Backstage, that’s a different world. Those are two different things.

    John always instilled in me, and I always feel the same way. And look, you can bring up anything you want about my personal life. I’ve got plenty of skeletons in my closet that you can talk about if you want, or things that I’m insecure about. You got to be prepared to handle that on the back end. So when you’re out there in front of a camera, I say anything goes.”

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  • What Time Does WWE Clash at the Castle Start?

    What Time Does WWE Clash at the Castle Start?

    WWE Clash at the Castle takes place at a special time this Saturday, September 3rd.

    Most WWE premium live events take place in the evenings (in the United States). However, this is not your typical WWE show. The show will air live from Cardiff, Wales in the United Kingdom.

    WWE Clash at the Castle starts at 1pm (ET) / 10am (PT).

    In case you forget what time Clash at the Castle begins, you can always catch the show on-demand on Peacock (US) and on the WWE Network (international).

    For more information, including the full match card and the latest news, visit our WWE Clash at the Castle event page.

  • Bayley Supports Sasha Banks & Naomi ‘100%, No Matter What’

    Bayley Supports Sasha Banks & Naomi ‘100%, No Matter What’

    Bayley supports Sasha Banks and Naomi “100 percent, no matter what” amidst their current hiatus from WWE.

    Back on the May 16 episode of Monday Night RAW, both Banks and Naomi, then the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions, walked out of RAW over creative differences. The pair were subsequently suspended, and even the commentary team took some shots at the pair on live TV.

    There were reportedly plans for both Banks and Naomi to enter into storylines for the RAW and SmackDown Women’s Titles, while remaining Tag Team Champions, but both losing their respective title pursuits. This was something seen as disrespectful, prompting the walkout.

    In their absence, new Tag Team Champions have been crowned, and a new team has hit the scene. That being the returning Bayley, along with Dakota Kai, and IYO SKY.

    This weekend at Clash At The Castle in Wales, the trio will take on Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss, and Asuka.

    Bayley new faction at SummerSlam
    WWE.com

    Recently, Bayley spoke to Sports Illustrated to hype up the pay-per-view (PPV), and was asked about the ongoing situation with Banks and Naomi. The RAW star said she supports her friends “100 percent.”

    “I haven’t thought about whether they would join or whether we would be against them, but something would arise,” Bayley said. “I just want them to know I support them 100 percent, no matter what.”

    With Vince McMahon now out at WWE, Banks and Naomi are reportedly expected to return “any week now,” as their issues were with the former Chairman. It will be interesting to see how WWE decides to re-introduce the pair when the time comes.

  • Theory Addresses Receiving His First Name Back

    Theory Addresses Receiving His First Name Back

    Theory now has the “Austin” back in his name as an on-screen WWE character.

    With Triple H now at the helm of WWE creative, a lot of changes have been made to the on-screen product. One being the old Vince McMahon rule of having one name, and stars not being able to use their names from the indies, nixed.

    Upon joining the main roster in 2021, Theory debuted under the name Austin Theory that he used in NXT. However, several months later, the “Austin” was dropped from his name, and he simply was known as “Theory.”

    With Triple H now nixing the one name rule, the ex-United States Champion now has the “Austin” back in his name. Speaking to SHAK Wrestling, Mr. Money In The Bank offered his thoughts on the new name change.

    “I love Theory. To me, Austin was always the throw-on, my first name. Theory is what I created in the backyard as a kid. I love it. Theory. It’s all we need.”

    Theory
    (via WWE)

    Since joining the main roster, Theory has become one of the most promising young stars WWE has to offer. He already has a United States Title reign under his belt, and is currently the Money In The Bank briefcase holder.

    In fact, he’s often received many comparisons to the likes of John Cena, someone the former NXT star has admittedly molded his career after. He even believes the pair will share the ring together at WrestleMania 39 next year.

    Quotes via Sportskeeda

  • Chris Jericho: ‘WWE NXT Sucks and They Know it’

    Chris Jericho: ‘WWE NXT Sucks and They Know it’

    The Wednesday Night Wars between WWE and AEW Dynamite started in October 2019 until NXT’s final Wednesday night broadcast in April 2021. AEW won the majority of the weeks in the TV tapings. 

    While speaking with Ariel Helwani of BT Sports today, Triple H knocked EW’s victory in the Wednesday Night Wars by saying AEW defeated WWE’s “developmental” system, despite previously referring to NXT as the third brand several times. 

    Chris Jericho Reacts to Triple H’s Comments

    Chris Jericho
    (AEW)

    Chris Jericho gave his take on Triple H’s comments in a new interview with Inside The Ropes’ Alex McCarthy for talkWRESTLING.

    “Once again, it is just changing the narrative and changing the history, which makes me laugh. Because when it started, it was not developmental, it was a third brand, it’s not a sprint, it’s a marathon, and all the other bullsh*t that they said, so of course we [AEW] beat the developmental or whatever you want to call it, but who gives a sh*t?

    It’s such old news, and the show sucks. NXT sucks, it’s not a good show, and they know it. Whether they were punished or not, they probably were punished. That’s probably why Triple H said those things because he is angry that we beat them, and he is probably angry that we exist. But you know, we don’t care about WWE, we care about our show, we care about putting on the best stories that we can put on, we care about building our fanbase and building our ratings.”

    Jericho continued that WWE is upset about the continued growth of the rival promotion. 

    “We will continue to exist, and I will tell you this, my boss has a lot more money than his boss does. A lot more. So you want to go to that, and we are not going anywhere. We will continue to grow. That p*sses them off, and why wouldn’t it? They had a monopoly for so long and don’t like the fact that we exist, and that’s fine. We don’t care that they exist. God bless them. They are running a show in front of 50,000 people. Why would he care about us? But you know, he should, and he does, and that’s why he said those things.”

  • Triple H on AEW: “They Beat Our Developmental System? Good For Them”

    Triple H on AEW: “They Beat Our Developmental System? Good For Them”

    Triple H has shared his thoughts on the “competition” between WWE and All Elite Wrestling.

    Wrestling fans have been at odds for several years on whether WWE views AEW as competitors. WWE had NXT go up against AEW on Wednesday since the debut of AEW Dynamite on Oct. 2, 2019. NXT and AEW would go head to head for over a year, with AEW having the superior viewership ratings until WWE announced on Mar. 30, 2021, that NXT would move to Tuesday.

    While WWE spent over a year competing for ratings with AEW, the company has consistently downplayed talks of AEW as rivals. Triple H, in the past, has denigrated AEW and has gone as far as calling them a “pissant company.”

    In an interview with BT Sport’s Ariel Helwani, Triple H was asked if it was true that NXT got rebranded to NXT 2.0 because they couldn’t beat AEW in the ratings. The WWE executive Vice President of Talent Relations denied the rumor and again downplayed talks of WWE viewing AEW as a competition.

    “People put so much pressure on this, all these competitive wars, it never was that. Look, first of all, they beat our developmental system. Good for them, right?”

    – Triple H on AEW

    He continued, “It was never that. There was never even a pressure of like you have to beat that like it was never that. It was put on the best product we could.”

    Triple H on Why NXT changed to NXT 2.0

    Many wrestling fans felt that NXT’s shift to NXT 2.0 resulted from not being able to compete with AEW Dynamite’s success. One reason could be that the change happened soon after moving the brand to Tuesday.

    However, Triple H expressed that it was a necessary change because they missed the ability to use a developmental system to make new stars.

    “It shifted over time during the pandemic, all of that shifted over time and the opportunity for us to change it back to what it truly was, right when you look at a lot of the stars that have come through that system that had either started from zero or very little exposure anywhere and then became massive stars with us, kind of so many people and we lost the ability to take those people and groom them from the ground up. We really had, and it’s the biggest change that’s out there,” said Triple H.

    He also shared that he is proud of Shawn Michaels and the NXT 2.0 staff for handling the developmental brand. He added that the decision to rebrand NXT UK to NXT Europe is similar to NXT 2.0 situation and wants to expand the developmental system to different parts of the world like India or South Africa.

    Conclusion

    Wrestling fans continue to be split on whether they should be a fan of WWE or AEW. However, Triple H is of the mindset that the WWE is operating on what is best for them and thinking about AEW.

    He also has a big ambition to focus on making developmental territories worldwide to discover new stars.

    What AEW President Tony Khan thinks about Triple H’s comments is unclear. Although, we may hear his thoughts at the All Out post-Press Conference this Sunday.

    Tony Khan Reveals How Often He Watches WWE
  • Triple H Reveals Vince McMahon’s Advice for Running WWE

    Triple H Reveals Vince McMahon’s Advice for Running WWE

    Vince McMahon had some valuable advice to offer when he retired and handed WWE’s creative reigns over to Triple H earlier this summer.

    Triple H spoke with Ariel Helwani for BT Sport this week’s to promote Saturday’s WWE Clash at the Castle premium live event from Cardiff, Wales.

    During their discussion, he spoke in-depth about Vince McMahon’s retirement. Even though it’s been a few weeks since Vince left WWE, Triple H said it’s still hard for him to fathom.

    “In some manner — it’s even hard for me to picture now that he’s not in the equation. And he’s not, in any way, shape or form, but it’s hard to think about that he’s not there.”

    – Triple H on Vince McMahon’s WWE Departure

    Triple H says it must have been painfully difficult for Vince McMahon to walk away from WWE after decades of building his empire.

    Vince did give him some advice, but most of the advice was centered around, ‘This is what you’ve been preparing for all of these years, working alongside me. You’ve got this.’

    “Just be confident in your decision-making, listen to people, be open to ideas and collaborate with other people.”

    – Vince McMahon’s advice to Triple H

    Triple H maintains that Vince McMahon is no longer involved in the day-to-day operations of WWE, but he knows what Vince would encourage him to listen to the people around him. Now that he’s running WWE’s creative team and talent relations departments, he has even more respect for what Vince was able to do.

    More of Vince’s Advice to Triple H

    Vince told Triple H that he has to chart his own course and not worry about, “What would Vince do?” in certain situations. He knows Triple H will do things differently than he would, but that’s part of being a leader.

    “It doesn’t mean it’s right or wrong, we use the term in the business ‘chocolate and vanilla.’ I want chocolate, you want vanilla. One of us has to pick a flavor, he would always pick the flavor. Now it’s my turn to pick the flavor,” Triple H stated.

    “It’s all good, it’s all ice cream, but it’s my time to pick the flavor and I have to be confident in those decisions and I can’t look back and say, ‘well what would Vince want to have for a flavor?’ Because it just wouldn’t be authentic then.”

    Triple H Discusses Sasha Banks, The Rock and Bray Wyatt Possibly Returning to WWE

    H/T: WrestleZone

  • Triple H Discusses Sasha Banks, The Rock and Bray Wyatt Possibly Returning to WWE

    Triple H Discusses Sasha Banks, The Rock and Bray Wyatt Possibly Returning to WWE

    Triple H spoke with Ariel Helwani for BT Sport on Thursday to promote Saturday’s WWE Clash at the Castle premium live event from Cardiff, Wales.

    During their discussion, Helwani asked Triple H about the possibility of four people returning to WWE. Triple H spoke candidly about each performer:

    Sasha Banks

    “Time will tell,” he said. There was a communication breakdown between Sasha Banks and WWE, for whatever reason. To start that communication back up, it’s not a difficult process, but it’s a process. She is an unbelievably talented young woman. At the end of the day, it comes down to what she wants to do with her life and her career. He called her one of the biggest stars in the business.

    Braun Strowman

    The Monster Among Men is rumored to be returning to WWE next week. When asked about Strowman’s future, Triple H said, “We’ll see.” He said Strowman is a polarizing person, but you can’t deny his talent. What he brings to the table, in terms of size and personality, does not come along very often.

    Bray Wyatt

    Triple H said Bray Wyatt is one of the craziest, most creative people he’s ever been around, and he means that in the best way. He said Bray’s mind never stops thinking about creative plans for his character. Without someone to harness him, it gets off track. “He’s a victim of his own mind,” said Triple H. However, he’s loved working with him.

    He has no idea where some of Bray Wyatt’s ideas come from. He called him, “Wonderfully crazy.” He said Wyatt has a free-flowing creative mind, as long as you can harness his ideas.

    Triple H asked if he could use profanity during the interview, and Helwani said no problem. Triple H said, sometimes you’ll be working with someone that people don’t like. “That guy is an asshole, but he’s my asshole.” He said some people can be difficult to work with, but that’s part of the fun of working with creative, eccentric people.

    The Rock

    Triple H said The Rock may be the most recognizable person on the planet. He’s the most-in-demand actor in Hollywood and has a slew of other business projects going on. When you’re in that position, you’re very busy.

    However, as busy at The Rock is, there’s one thing he can only get in WWE. “I do know this, because i’ve had this conversation with him..” At no time when The Rock is making a movie can he stand in the middle of the ring and feel the energy of 100,000 people. There’s nothing else on the planet that gives you that rush.

    The Rock knows the clock is ticking for one last match. He knows The Rock has the burning desire to take advance of this small window of opportunity. The platform is there: WrestleMania. Los Angeles. Roman Reigns. All the pieces are in place, it just comes down to whether or not The Rock can devote the time to making the match happen.

    WWE Clash at the Castle takes place Saturday, September 3rd from Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, UK.

  • WWE Clash at the Castle Predictions

    WWE Clash at the Castle Predictions

    WWE Clash at the Castle takes place this Saturday from Principality Stadium in Cardiff. The first major WWE PPV/PLE show to emanate from the U.K. since SummerSlam 1992, there will be more than 45,000 fans in attendance.

    SEScoops correspondents Andrew Ravens, Thomas Lowson and Robert Lentini have assembled to provide our official WWE Clash at the Castle predictions.

    Edge and Rey Mysterio vs. The Judgment Day

    Andrew Ravens: Edge and Rey should go over here, but I think there has to be a six-person tag team match happening in the near future so Rhea Ripley and Beth Phoenix can get involved. That could impact the finish here as Ripley could get involved and cost the babyfaces the win. (Prediction: Edge and Rey Mysterio)

    Thomas Lowson: The Judgment Day has been picking up wins as of late, and the decision to kick out Edge has worked out after all. After all, who really wanted to boo the man who fought through a nine-year retirement to wrestle again?  I’ve got to go with Edge and Rey, in what could be a show-stealer. I wouldn’t be surprised if the Judgment Day save face with a post-match beatdown. (Prediction: Edge and Rey Mysterio)

    Robert Lentini: Edge is off to a great start in destroying the group he created after he defeated Damian Priest on RAW. WWE has teased turning Dominik heel a few times and maybe it will finally happen this Saturday. I’m going with The Judgement Day to win this one in controversial fashion. (Prediction: The Judgment Day)

    Consensus: Split

    Riddle vs. Seth Rollins

    Andrew Ravens: This feud has been dragged out for a while now, and unless there are plans for it to continue, Riddle should get his revenge here by beating Rollins. If WWE wants to make this a long-term feud then Rollins goes over. Either way, it’s been a fun build. (Prediction: Riddle)

    Thomas Lowson: A feud that’s been great, but we’ve seen plenty between the two. Their work on Raw, both in the pre-show parking lot brawl and on-air was some of their best work all year. I’m predicting Rollins, if nothing else because his record on PLEs has been pretty appalling this year. Hopefully this marks the end of this feud and the two can find other dance partners. (Prediction: Seth Rollins)

    Robert Lentini: The rivalry between Rollins and Riddle has gotten very personal. Riddle claimed that Becky Lynch was “The Man” in Seth’s family and Rollins joked that Riddle doesn’t have a family anymore because his wife is divorcing him. They kicked off RAW with a brawl last week and brawled in the parking lot this past Monday. WWE has given Riddle his first name back, so maybe they want the audience to take him seriously again. A win over Seth Rollins at a premium live event would help in that regard as well. (Prediction: Riddle)

    Consensus: Split

    Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss, and Asuka vs. Bayley, Dakota Kai, and Iyo Sky

    Andrew Ravens: I would have the heels go over. I know WWE likes for the babyfaces to go over in feuds, but the Damage Control faction has been a great watch on television, and I hope to see much more of it. Bayley vs. Belair is coming, but to get to that spot, Bayley needs to be kept strong, and a loss for Belair and the rest of the babyfaces won’t hurt them. (Prediction: Bayley, Dakota Kai, and IO SKY)

    Thomas Lowson: Two very good teams, that it’s honestly hard to call. I’m going to go with the heels. It’s their first PLE match since forming, and after losing on Raw, they need the win more. I don’t imagine it’ll be Belair taking the pin though. Keep the champion looking strong the next time she needs to defend at a Premium Live Event. (Prediction: Bayley, Dakota Kai and IYO SKY)

    Robert Lentini: Bayley returned at SummerSlam alongside Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky. They made an impact on that show but really haven’t since. Dakota Kai & Iyo Sky lost the finals of the women’s tag team tournament this past Monday and Bayley defeated Aliyah in her only TV match since SummerSlam. Bayley, Dakota Kai, and Iyo Shirai should win this match if fans are supposed to consider them as a serious threat on the RAW roster. (Prediction: Bayley, Dakota Kai, and IYO SKY)

    Consensus: Bayley, Dakota Kai, and IYO SKY

    Intercontinental Champion Gunther vs. Sheamus

    Andrew Ravens: Gunther shouldn’t lose here. He’s been pushed as a monster, and that needs to continue. Many fans, including myself, have been looking forward to seeing these two stars lock up and we’re finally going to get it. It should be the hardest-hitting bout on the card and perhaps the match of the night. (Prediction: Gunther)

    Thomas Lowson: This is arguably going to be the most ‘physical’ match of the night, and I’m excited to see it live. While I do hope that Sheamus one day captures the Grand Slam, now isn’t the right time. Gunther’s reign is still picking up steam, and he shouldn’t be dropping the gold this year from how I see it. Give him a long run that actually gives the IC title prestige again. (Prediction: Gunther)

    Robert Lentini: Gunther is awesome and thank goodness the new leadership in WWE believes in him. The Ring General will get a hero’s welcome in the UK and he will definitely retain the title. As The Celtic Warrior said on SmackDown, he’s been delivering banger after banger as of late, and WWE fans should expect another one at Clash at the Castle. (Prediction: Gunther)

    Consensus: Gunther

    SmackDown Women’s Champion Liv Morgan vs. Shayna Baszler

    Andrew Ravens: Morgan should retain her as WWE still has the storyline with Ronda Rousey to play out. However, if WWE just wanted to swerve fans, they could put the title on Baszler. This loss won’t hurt Baszler as long as WWE continues to push her the way that they have in recent weeks, which is a great change to see. (Prediction: Liv Morgan)

    Thomas Lowson: Seems pretty easy to see that Morgan is going to win this. WWE’s issue is that they’ve made her out to be lucky rather than skilled. See her cashing in on a hurting Rousey and her controversial title retention at Summerslam. WWE needs to have Morgan actually beat someone. Unfortunately, that’ll be Baszler, who should have had at least one singles title run on the main roster by now. Maybe one day, but not this weekend. (Prediction: Liv Morgan)

    Robert Lentini: Everyone was excited about Liv Morgan becoming the SmackDown Women’s Champion at the Money in the Bank premium live event. She won the women’s ladder match and cashed in on the same night against Ronda Rousey. Ronda was hurting from her successful title defense against Natalya and Liv capitalized.Ronda got her rematch at SummerSlam but the referee claimed that her shoulders were down while applying the Armbar and awarded Liv Morgan the victory. Rousey attacked Liv and the referee after the match and has been suspended. She will likely play a factor in this match as well. Liv will somehow escape Clash at the Castle as the champion to set up another match against Rousey down the line. (Liv Morgan)

    Consensus: Liv Morgan

    Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns vs. Drew McIntyre

    Andrew Ravens: This has to be the day Reigns is finally defeated. I don’t know who else is a bigger star to dethrone Reigns as champion than McIntyre. Throw in the circumstances of the event. It seems like too good of a situation to pass up and not put the title on McIntyre. Reigns has done it all, and WWE needs a more active champion. (Prediction: Drew McIntyre)

    Thomas Lowson: This match screams ‘Big Fight Feel!’ We’ve just entered year three of Reigns’ run on top, but I’m going out on a leg and saying it ends this Saturday. If WWE wants Rock-Roman at WrestleMania, that doesn’t need the title. He should lose it before then. And if not to Drew, then who? Give the UK a feel good moment, and give McIntyre the title win with fans he deserves after carrying the company through the Pandemic. It’s his time! (Prediction: Drew McIntyre)

    Robert Lentini: Roman Reigns will be celebrating two years as champion this Friday on SmackDown. It has been a remarkable run for The Tribal Chief. However, there appears to be some friction brewing in The Bloodline. Sami Zayn refused to bash Kevin Owens with a steel chair on RAW and it cost Jey Uso the match. Paul Heyman hasn’t been seen since being put through a table via an F5 from Brock Lesnar. McIntyre is a two-time WWE Champion, yet has never held the title in front of a crowd. Drew was integral to getting WWE through the pandemic era of TV and it would be great to see him finally get his moment this Saturday. Clash at the Castle is WWE’s first UK stadium show in over thirty years and I can’t think of a better way to send the crowd home happy than to give McIntyre the victory. Karrion Kross has sent several warnings to Drew since he returned to WWE, so it will be interesting to see if he interferes in the match. (Prediction: Drew McIntyre)

    Consensus: Drew McIntyre

  • WWE Disappointed With Gable Steveson’s Training Progress (Report)

    WWE Disappointed With Gable Steveson’s Training Progress (Report)

    When WWE signed Gable Steveson to a contract in late 2021, there was a lot of buzz around the young athlete.

    Steveson had just won gold at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics (which took place in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic) and had been considering his options.

    It had been suggested that Steveson would sign with AEW, or possibly enter the Octagon for a career in MMA.

    Going Cold

    Steveson impressed in last year’s Summer Olympics, but his skills haven’t transitioned into pro wrestling.

    In the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, it’s reported that WWE has gone “cold” on the Olympic Gold Medalist, as the reviews of him in training have been poor.

    There were plans for Steveson to be fast-tracked to the main roster after he finished his last amateur season in March, but that hasn’t been talked about in some time.

    Steveson appeared at WrestleMania: Saturday, celebrating with RK-Bro and the Street Profits, and suplexing Chad Gable (a fellow Olympian) with ease.

    Family Ties

    Gable Steveson isn’t doing too well in training to be a WWE Superstar, but the opposite is the case for his brother.

    Bobby Steveson, aka Damon Kemp has said to be doing “great” according to the Observer.

    Kemp made his WWE in-ring debut in December 2021, in a losing effort to Andre Chase on 205 Live and would have to wait until a March 2022 edition of NXT LVL UP to get his first victory.

    In addition to competing on NXT LVL UP and 205 Live, Kemp has worked on NXT and NXT UK.

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  • Malakai Black Calls WWE’s Judgment Day a Copy of The House of Black

    Malakai Black Calls WWE’s Judgment Day a Copy of The House of Black

    In January, Malakai Black began teaming with Brody King, forming the team the ‘House of Black.’

    This came after months of Black teasing that a stable was in the works, and in February, 2022, fellow WWE alum Buddy Matthews debuted for AEW and became the group’s third member.

    Most recently, the group added Julia Hart to the faction, who had previously been aligned with the Varsity Blonds.

    Mimicking the House of Black

    The House of Black are a dark stable, but they’re not the only macabre group in wrestling today.

    At WrestleMania 38, Edge began The Judgment Day with Damian Priest, before adding Rhea Ripley and Finn Balor.

    Balor’s arrival also marked the end of Edge’s time with the faction, and the WWE Hall of Famer has been feuding with The Judgment Day since then.

    Speaking on his Twitch stream, Black addressed the comparisons between the group.

    “I was well aware that WWE were going to basically mimic the House of Black. Y’know, what can I do? It is what it is. It only tells me that what we’re doing is clearly something that is very interesting and going very well.”

    “It only tells me that what we’re doing is clearly something that is very interesting.”

    Malakai Black on WWE ‘mimicking’ the House of Black with The Judgment Day.

    “I’m well aware of it. Nothing I can do. I’m going to continue what I do because I’ll always be one step ahead. I have no cuffs. The reason why it [The House of Black] works is because it’s myself and two other people who have great minds for it.”

    The Judgment Day’s Damian Priest and Finn Balor will face Edge and Rey Mysterio at tomorrow’s WWE Clash at the Castle event in Cardiff, Wales.

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  • Latest on WWE’s Plans for Solo Sikoa on the Main Roster

    Latest on WWE’s Plans for Solo Sikoa on the Main Roster

    Late last year, as part of the revamped NXT 2.0, Solo Sikoa debuted on WWE Television. 

    Despite being part of the legendary Anoi’i wrestling family, Solo, as his name suggests, has gone it alone in NXT 2.0

    Sikoa has been absent in recent weeks, as he is recovering from a sprained PCL.

    The Call-Up

    Solo Sikoa has impressed fans during his run in WWE NXT 2.0, but it may be about to come to an end. 

    According to PW Insider, the plan isn’t just for Sikoa to be called up to the main roster, but for it to happen as soon as possible, maybe even this month. 

    This report is hardly surprising, as it has been previously reported that WWE planned on fast-tracking Sikoa to the main roster. 

    PW Insider also confirmed reports that Sikoa will be on SmackDown if the current plans don’t change, the same brand as his brothers Undisputed WWE Tag Champions The Usos and his cousin Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns.

    The recovery window for his sprained PCL would line up with a debut on the main roster at some point this month. 

    Sikoa celebrated one year of being with WWE earlier this week.

    https://twitter.com/WWESoloSikoa/status/1564725858157449216

    Another Call-Up

    Solo Sikoa could be just days away from his debut on the main roster, but he’s not the only call-up being considered. 

    It’s been reported that WWE has considered Indi Hartwell for a call-up, presumably as part of Monday Night Raw.

    Hartwell’s on-screen husband Dexter Lumis has been appearing on Raw since being rehired by Triple H last month. 

    Lumis and Hartwell recently reunited on the August 23, 2022, episode of NXT 2.0.

  • WWE Looking for More Ways to Use The Undertaker After Retirement

    WWE Looking for More Ways to Use The Undertaker After Retirement

    For years, The Undertaker refused to break character, and his dedication to being the character earned him the respect of fans and his peers alike.

    Since his Final Farewell at Survivor Series 2020, The Undertaker has taken on more out-of-character projects, both as part of WWE and outside of the promotion.

    Fans learned a lot more about the man from the acclaimed ‘Last Ride’ series on the WWE Network and Peacock, as well as his appearance on the Joe Rogan podcast.

    More Opportunities

    This weekend, The Undertaker will host a ‘1deadMAN Show’ in Cardiff, as part of WWE’s Clash at the Castle festivities in the Welsh capital.

    It has also been confirmed that the Phenom will host another one-man show on October 7, at TLA on South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in time for WWE Extreme Rules 2022.

    PW Insider reports that WWE is figuring out more ways “to utilize The Undertaker going forward post-retirement.” 

    It is unclear what plans, if any, WWE has lined up other than his upcoming one-man shows this weekend and next month.

    Out of the Ring

    The Undertaker makes a surprise appearance at San Diego Comic Con.

    The Undertaker is certainly enjoying retired life, and has been speaking freely with fans at public appearances.

    In July, the former WWE World Champion made a surprise appearance at the Mattel panel at San Diego Comic-Con.

    The Undertaker joined a panel consisting of Cody Rhodes (who has been out with a torn pectoral since June,) Ciampa, Zelina Vega, and Sam Roberts who acted as host.

    The panel revealed new WWE Mattel figures in the works, including a 30th Anniversary Monday Night Raw set, which includes figures of Razor Ramon the 1-2-3 Kid and The Undertaker himself.

  • First Look at WWE Clash at the Castle Production Setup

    First Look at WWE Clash at the Castle Production Setup

    WWE Clash at the Castle airs live this Saturday night from the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.

    WWE Clash at the Castle is the company’s first stadium show in the United Kingdom in over thirty years. The last premium live event held in the UK was SummerSlam 1992.

    The crowd is expected to be massive with close to 63,000 tickets already sold. Principality Stadium has a seating capacity listed for the event at 67,580, so there are still tickets available for purchase.

    First Look at the Production Setup For Clash at the Castle

    Roman Reigns will put the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship on the line against Drew McIntyre in the main event. Roman will be celebrating his two-year reign as champion tomorrow night on SmackDown.

    The Intercontinental Championship will be defended by Gunther at the premium live event. The Ring General will battle The Celtic Warrior Sheamus with the title on the line. Liv Morgan will defend the SmackDown Women’s Championship against Shayna Baszler as well.

    RAW Women’s Champion Bianca Belair will team up with Alexa Bliss & Asuka to face the heel trio of Bayley, IYO SKY, and Dakota Kai. Edge and Rey Mysterio will square off against The Judgment Day’s Finn Balor and Damian Priest. Seth Rollins and Matt Riddle’s rivalry has gotten personal and they will look to settle it this Saturday at Clash at the Castle.

    The Wrestling Outsiders have provided photos and videos of the Clash at the Castle production setup. It appears that the premium live event will feature a massive stage in addition to a WrestleMania-worthy crowd. The jumbotron is shaped to form a castle and you can check out the photos/video of the setup below.

  • Watch: Damian Priest Lives with a Welsh Family Ahead of WWE Clash at the Castle

    Watch: Damian Priest Lives with a Welsh Family Ahead of WWE Clash at the Castle

    Damian Priest will be in action this Saturday at WWE Clash at the Castle. The 39-year-old lost to Edge in the main event of the August 22nd edition of RAW.

    The Judgment Day lost to The Mysterios at SummerSlam after The Rated-R Superstar made his return. Rhea Ripley brutally attacked Dominik Mysterio but he returned this past Monday on RAW. The Mysterios came to help Edge during his face-off with his former group.

    There have been hints of Dominik betraying his father and that continued on RAW. Dominik wondered why Rey chose Edge as his tag team partner and Mysterio claimed that he needed his experience by his side. Dominik reluctantly accepted to be in their corner for the tag team match this Saturday.

    Damian Priest Lives with Welsh Family

    Judgment Day member Damian Priest is getting himself prepared for WWE’s first stadium show in the United Kingdom in three decades. Clash at the Castle is set to have an enormous crowd in attendance this Saturday in Cardiff, Wales.

    Damian will be teaming up with fellow Judgment Day member Finn Balor in a tag team bout against Edge & Rey Mysterio at the premium live event.

    BT Sport recently ran an advertisement for Clash at the Castle with WWE Superstar Damian Priest. In the advertisement, The Archer of Infamy lived with a Welsh family and worked at a brewery ahead of the premium live event. He successfully herded sheep and cooked Welsh treats as well. You can check out the full video below.

  • Drew McIntyre Teases Bringing Back Beloved Old Theme

    Drew McIntyre Teases Bringing Back Beloved Old Theme

    Drew McIntyre has teased bringing back his old beloved “Broken Dreams” theme.

    McIntyre’s first run with WWE didn’t go exactly the way he’d hoped, but one memorable aspect of that run was his original “Broken Dreams” theme song. The theme remains one of WWE fans’ most beloved to this day.

    However, when McIntyre made his return to WWE in 2017, he was sporting an entirely different theme. Since his rise to top stardom and a World Title reign under his belt, fans have been calling for McIntyre to bring the theme back. And he might do exactly that.

    During an interview with Quetzalli Bulnes on WWE Español’s “El Brunch de WWE,” McIntyre discussed the theme, revealing it sold just as much as John Cena’s theme did online. He suggested he’s mentioned to WWE about using the theme again for a big match.

    “I talk about the possibility of having it for a big match, so fingers crossed,” McIntyre teased, “[I am] always working to make things happen. I can promise people that.”

    What bigger match for the song’s return than the one McIntyre will be competing in this weekend? He and Roman Reigns will headline the Clash At The Castle event from Wales with the Undisputed WWE Championship on the line.

    McIntyre has been hyping up the event for several months now, with his intentions always on regaining the World Title so close to home. Clash At The Castle goes down from Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales this Saturday, September 3, 2022.

    Quotes via WrestlingNewsCo

  • “Wish I was There” – Former WWE Champion Comments on Missing Clash at the Castle

    “Wish I was There” – Former WWE Champion Comments on Missing Clash at the Castle

    WWE Clash at the Castle airs this Saturday from the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. It is the company’s first stadium show in the United Kingdom in over thirty years.

    Roman Reigns will defend the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship against Drew McIntyre at the premium live event. The SmackDown Women’s Championship and Intercontinental Championship will also be defended at the event.

    RAW Women’s Champion Bianca Belair will team with Alexa Bliss and Asuka to battle Bayley, Iyo Sky, and Dakota Kai this Saturday at Clash at the Castle. Seth Rollins and Riddle will also meet in the ring after their rivalry has become incredibly personal as of late.

    AJ Styles Comments on Missing Clash at the Castle

    AJ Styles noted in a recent interview that he was going to miss the premium live event and commented some more on it today. The Phenomenal One joined WWE’s The Bump today and Kayla Braxton wondered if the UK crowd will be one of the best in history this Saturday.

    “It hurts my heart not being a part of something like that. We know how the UK is and we know how they erupt over there. They make everything seem so special and to be around that many people at one time, wow it is going to be explosive. I think everyone is going to have an amazing time, wish I was there. Maybe we’ll get to see a new champion.”

    AJ Styles on missing Clash at the Castle (24:20-24:48)

    The two-time WWE Champion then gave an official prediction for the title match between Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre.

    “Drew is something special man. It’s his time. I really believe that. In the pandemic, he was champ but this is in front of people. Is it his hometown? Not exactly but I’m sure they’ll be there. I think he’s got momentum on his side, I really do.” (25:16-25:34)

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  • Carmella Likely Dealing With Concussion (Report)

    Carmella Likely Dealing With Concussion (Report)

    WWE star Carmella is likely dealing with a concussion after a recent injury suffered at a live event.

    Earlier this month, the former SmackDown Women’s Champion suffered an injury during a live event that surfaced on Twitter. She seemingly hit her head while Bianca Belair was doing a flip off the top turnbuckle. Carmella dropped to the canvas and rolled out of the ring.

    Fans in attendance say that the referee threw up the “X” symbol, and Carmella was helped out of the arena, but was able to walk on her own.

    To make things even more interesting, her husband, Corey Graves, apparently found out about his wife’s injury from Twitter.

    He posted the following before quickly deleting it.

    Now, in an update, PWInsider reports that Carmella likely suffered a concussion during the match. The injury occurred several weeks ago at this point, and the report suggests Carmella’s return is “within sight.”

    Carmella is said to be expected back on the road with WWE next month. She was recently asked about returning from a fan on Twitter, and admitted she’s not entirely sure when she’ll be back yet, but is hoping it’s soon.

    “I’m not sure yet.. still recovering. Hopefully soon! I miss y’all.”

  • “Sad to See” – WWE Legend Shares Thoughts on Velveteen Dream’s Arrest

    “Sad to See” – WWE Legend Shares Thoughts on Velveteen Dream’s Arrest

    Velveteen Dream (Patrick Clark Jr.) was arrested last Friday in Orange County, Florida. He was charged with an out-of-county warrant for possession of drug paraphernalia.

    Clark was reportedly also arrested on August 20th in Orlando for misdemeanor charges of battery and trespassing on property after receiving a warning.

    Two-time WWE Hall of Famer Booker T spoke about Velveteen Dream on a recent episode of his podcast. Booker T was a judge during the 2015 season of Tough Enough and saw a lot of talent in him.

    “Sad news about the Velveteen Dream, Patrick Clark. This kid who I got a chance to work with at Tough Enough. He’s a guy that I always said had a lot of talent. There’s another thing I always say too, you put yourself in a position, something might happen. It’s just the way the world works out man. I just hate to see it.

    You know? I know the charges. Those are the alleged charges. I don’t know what that’s really about. Drug paraphernalia? You know, that could be some marijuana papers (laughs). So, I don’t know. But innocent until proven guilty. I get that too. But the perception in front of the public is something totally different.”

    Booker T continued and said that it is sad to see what has happened to Velveteen Dream and hopes he can get back on track.

    Public opinion is definitely real, and it’s just sad to see young men put themselves in position like for something to happen to them in this business. So, hopefully, young brother will get back on track. I really don’t have a lot of information as far as, you know, what really went down, but I know he was campaigning to get back into, you know, the company. There again, man, talent, talent.That character was money. Money! But there again, will we ever see it again? I don’t know man. I dont know.

    Booker T on Velveteen Dream (23:01-24:32)

    Booker T Doesn’t Believe WWE Will Ever Re-Sign Velveteen Dream

    The 57-year-old discussed Velveteen Dream earlier this month on his podcast, well before these two arrests took place. Booker didn’t think he was ever going to return to the company at the time, so it seems incredibly unlikely now.

    Velveteen Dream was accused of sexual misconduct in 2020 but was not released from the promotion until May 2021. Booker claimed that the former NXT North American Champion could have had an incredible career in WWE but has likely thrown it away.

    “Sometimes, you can never find your way back from it and I think Velveteen Dream is going to be one of those guys that would’ve had a hell of a career if…That’s the end of that story.“

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  • Marty Scurll Spotted Training with WWE Superstars

    Marty Scurll Spotted Training with WWE Superstars

    Marty Scurll was recently spotted training with several WWE stars.

    Recently, WWE star Matt Riddle took to Instagram to post a photograph of himself, along with several other WWE stars, following a workout. It appears the group were doing some jiu-jitsu training with one another.

    Those stars included Shinsuke Nakamura, Karrion Kross, Cameron Grimes, and more. However, one more interesting name was training with the group. That being former Ring Of Honor (ROH) and All Elite Wrestling (AEW) star Marty Scurll.

    Check it out here below:

    https://www.instagram.com/p/Ch7RkUHOc5g/

    Scurll has slowly been making his way back into the professional wrestling fold. He was essentially blackballed from the industry after allegations surfaced in 2020 that Scurll slept with a 16-year-old girl in the UK.

    Since, Scurll has only appeared sporadically in professional wrestling, with promoters such as ex-WWE star Santino Marella facing blowback online for booking Scurll for shows.

    Scurll himself has since responded the allegations against him with the following statement.

    “I am aware that a young woman has bravely come forward with her account of sexual abuse by some members of the wrestling community in the UK 5 years ago, a community I was a part of.

    “Although I truly believe that our encounter that evening was consensual, and the fact that the encounter was legal; is almost not the point. I understand that she now views our encounter as part of a bigger problem within the wrestling community.

    “What concerns me at this moment is that from what I have been reading, she is a fan of wrestling and was made to feel unsafe within that community. This is not acceptable. I also understand that people have been attacking her on social media, and I implore you to please stop. She has a right to her voice and it is our responsibility to listen.”

  • Tyson Fury Will Be Ringside at WWE Clash at the Castle

    Tyson Fury Will Be Ringside at WWE Clash at the Castle

    Heavyweight boxing starTyson Fury will appear at Saturday’s WWE Clash at the Castle event from Cardiff, Wales.

    Fury made his WWE in-ring debut in 2019 by wrestling Braun Strowman at Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia. Fury ended up beating Strowman via count out.

    With Clash at the Castle taking place in just days, WWE will likely have him as a surprise rather than being announced ahead of time.

    Fury was in talks with WWE about a return this summer, but its unclear what happened for an in-ring return to not happen. 

    There had been speculation that WWE may book Fury vs. Drew McIntyre at Clash at the Castle, but with Fury not being available, WWE booked McIntyre in another big match as he will challenge Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship.

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  • Theory ‘Pretty Confident’ He’ll Face John Cena at WrestleMania 39

    Theory ‘Pretty Confident’ He’ll Face John Cena at WrestleMania 39

    Austin Theory is “”pretty confident” he’ll get to face off against John Cena at WrestleMania 39 next year.

    Theory was recently interviewed by CBS Sports, where he discussed the comparisons he’s received to Cena in recent years.

    The former United States Champion and current Money In The Bank briefcase holder admitted to modeling his career after the 16-time World Champion.

    “It’s so weird to meet somebody and pretty much have to explain to them, ‘I modeled my whole life after you.’ It’s one of those things as a kid getting bullied, my dad not being in my life a lot. Cena, I could watch him and just escape.

    “It was the connection to his personality,” Theory said. “And that’s something I learned from him. He told me, ‘Don’t ever think people go out there and want people to connect to their performance.

    “Nobody will connect to your performance unless they connect to your personality.’ I started thinking, even with that process through NXT to finally being drafted to Raw officially, it was a time to figure stuff out. How can I connect to them with my personality?

    “This is a world in WWE where everybody can kill it in the ring. Everyone can go hard in the ring. So what’s going to set you aside from killing it in the ring? I learned that from him.”

    Theory MITB

    With the comparisons between Cena and Theory running so rampant, there have been rumors about a potential match between the pair. Things really seemed likely for this past SummerSlam, however, that didn’t pan out.

    Now, many speculate that the match could take place at “The Showcase Of The Immortals,” WrestleMania 39. Next year’s WrestleMania goes down from SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. It will be a special two-night event on both April 1 and April 2.

    “To have that moment with him, the person that — I had to put in my own work — but somebody that got me to the dance mentally, it takes the words out of my mouth to think of that actually happening,” Theory said.