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  • Saraya (Paige) Addresses Potential WWE Hall Of Fame Induction

    Saraya (Paige) Addresses Potential WWE Hall Of Fame Induction

    Former WWE Superstar Saraya (Paige) would be honored to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame one day.

    Saraya has been out of action since 2017 after suffering a severe neck injury that put a halt on her career, one that forced the multi-time women’s champion to retire from in-ring action. Despite not wrestling in five years, her impact on women’s wrestling is still felt today and will probably earn her a spot in the Hall of Fame one day.

    In fact the 29-year old Brit spoke about that very subject during her latest interview on The Bellas podcast. When Nikki and Brie asked Saraya her thoughts on potentially being in the running for a 2023 inductee spot she responded with the following statement:

    “Oh my God, that would be amazing,’ but then I looked at it and I was like, I wouldn’t get my hopes up for a long time. I’m only just going to be 30.”

    – Saraya on a WWE Hall of Fame Induction

    Even though Saraya thinks it would be too early for a spot in the Hall of Fame that doesn’t mean it’s not one of her ultimate goals. In fact the current free agent admits that it was a goal she set for herself from the very beginning.

    “I set goals for myself when I got to WWE and I’ve done pretty much everything I’ve wanted to do, but I wanted to be in the Hall of Fame so bad. That was my end goal, to be in the Hall of Fame, that would be such a big deal because not everyone gets to be in it.”

    Saraya may be retired now but the thought of wrestling another match is also still on her mind, especially if it occurs on a big stage like WrestleMania.

    “I could see myself in the ring one day, but it would have to be something really special and a big moment. Even if it was a WrestleMania thing, if they ever want to do something, it would be like a WrestleMania moment, something like that.”

    You can listen to her full interview here.

    H/T to Fightful for the transcribed quotes

  • Finn Balor has Advice for WWE Superstars who want to Leave

    Finn Balor has Advice for WWE Superstars who want to Leave

    For the past two years, WWE has been releasing talent in massive waves, all under the reasoning of ‘budget cuts.’

    Dozens of Superstars have had their time with WWE come to an abrupt end, with many finding success in AEW, New Japan or other promotions.

    Wanting Out

    While WWE has cut several Superstars in recent years, some names haven’t wanted to wait to be out of the company.

    Several Superstars, including Cody Rhodes, Mustafa Ali, Brodie Lee/Luke Harper and Andrade El Idolo have all requested to be released from WWE, to varying degrees of success.

    Speaking on the Cheap Heat podcast, Finn Balor was asked about Superstars who feel they don’t want to work for WWE anymore and has some surprising advice (via Wrestling Inc.)

    “Yeah, for sure, and I tell them to go,” Balor said. “There’s a whole other world; I tell them to go. Sometimes we get caught up in the bubble that’s WWE, and there’s a whole world of wrestling outside there. If someone doesn’t want to be here, they should go.”

    “There’s a whole other world; I tell them to go.”

    Finn Balor on Superstars who want to leave WWE.

    The Judgment Day gave a similarly curt reasoning for why he’s stayed with WWE after seeing so many Superstars, including old friends, leave.

    “If you don’t want to work in WWE, don’t be here,” Balor said, reiterating his stance on what he tells talent who don’t want to stay. “… For me, I want to be to here, so that’s why I’m here.”

    Finn Balor Was Tired Of ‘Politics’ In WWE Before Second NXT Run
  • Eric Bischoff: “Stephanie McMahon Would Kill Tony Khan” in a Fight

    Eric Bischoff: “Stephanie McMahon Would Kill Tony Khan” in a Fight

    Eric Bischoff spoke with SEScoops correspondent Steve Fall this week for NBC Sports Boston. Bischoff was there to promote his second autobiography Grateful, which is due out November 11 (Pre-order here).

    Speaking about Eric Bischoff calling out Vince McMahon to fight him on Monday Nitro, Steve said it would have been one of the craziest things in the history of wrestling. That would be like Stephanie McMahon and Tony Khan fighting today.

    Stephanie McMahon vs. Tony Khan?

    “Stephanie McMahon would kill Tony Khan,” said Bischoff. “Have you stood next to Tony Khan? She’s stronger, bigger. Listen, I’ve been slapped by Stephanie McMahon on television, which was supposed to be what they call a ‘working’ slap. She don’t know how to work, at least not a slap. I mean, that girl could hurt you. She would kill Tony Khan. Kill him. Yeah, set that up. Somebody book that. That would be fun.”

    Elsewhere in the interview, Bischoff took another dig at Tony Khan and his penchant for offering big-money contracts to talent. “Tony Khan now has the ATM Eric title – that man is spending more money than Ted Turner would have ever allowed me to spend.”

    You can watch the full interview here:

  • AJ Styles Reveals the WWE WrestleMania Dream Match he Never Got

    AJ Styles Reveals the WWE WrestleMania Dream Match he Never Got

    In 2016, AJ Styles signed with WWE, debuting as the #3 entrant during that year’s Royal Rumble match.

    By the end of the year, Styles was the WWE Champion, a title he has held twice, and is also a WWE Grand Slam Champion.

    After years in TNA/Impact, Styles has become a staple of WWE, something fans thought they’d never see.

    The Match

    AJ Styles has faced some of wrestling’s biggest names throughout his career, but not everyone has stepped in the ring with the “Phenomenal One.”

    In a recent interview with Fightful, Styles discussed competing at WrestleMania, and how he hoped to face Triple H at WWE’s biggest annual event (via Wrestling Inc.)

    “The last person I tried was Triple H. I didn’t get him. I don’t know who the next guy is or if there will be another one. Now we’ve got the younger talent coming up. Maybe I’m the match that they would like to have. I  would like to have some good ones before I retire.”

    “The last person I tried was Triple H. I didn’t get him.”

    AJ Styles on not getting a dream WrestleMania match.

    Triple H’s in-ring career ended at this year’s WrestleMania, where he left his boots in the ring.

    “The Game” has been forced into retirement after suffering a cardiac event in September 2021.

    Styles and WrestleMania

    Styles never got the chance to face Triple H at WrestleMania, but he has faced some of WWE’s biggest names at the event.

    In his WrestleMania debut, Styles lost to Chris Jericho in 2016, before getting his first ‘Mania win the following year over Shane McMahon.

    In 2018, the then-WWE Champion retained against Shinsuke Nakamura and defeated Randy Orton at WrestleMania 35 in 2019.

    The following year, Styles would have the acclaimed ‘Boneyard Match’ losing to The Undertaker, and captured the Raw Tag Titles with Omos last year.

    This year’s WrestleMania saw Styles lose to Edge.

    AJ Styles Reveals Who Is Responsible for Bringing Him to WWE
  • Report: WWE Talent Very Optimistic Following RAW

    Report: WWE Talent Very Optimistic Following RAW

    This week’s WWE RAW was a highly anticipated broadcast following Triple H’s takeover of WWE creative.

    While Triple H technically took over prior to RAW, the creative direction was mostly set heading into SummerSlam. This week’s RAW show marked an opportunity for a statement to be made about the new creative direction for the company, with a reset possibly at hand.

    According to a new report from Fightful Select, morale is high among WWE talent following Monday’s broadcast. While there has been much creative frustration backstage at WWE in recent months (and years), a new creative force behind the scenes has reportedly given new hope to some of the talent.

    The Fightful report noted that they had heard from multiple talent across brands who have a renewed sense of optimism. It was specifically mentioned that Dakota Kai’s return to the company was seen as a beacon of hope, with some talent noting that maybe their future could improve as well.

    “Two particular top talent (s) in WWE said they were excited to not wrestle the same person every week and hoped that was a key (emphasis) move going forward,” Fightful reports.

    More Focus on WWE’s Female Roster

    There was an increased emphasis on women’s wrestling during Monday night’s broadcast, and both Mustafa Ali and Ciampa were also featured on the show; possible a sign of more pushes for underutilized talents.

    Fightful also noted that a talent not signed with WWE reached out to say that the emphasis on the women’s division was notable.

    Interestingly, the Fightful report went on to say that they had spoken to dozens of talent and not heard from anyone who had concerns about Vince McMahon no longer being in control of creative.

    What did you think of Monday night’s WWE RAW? Let us know in the comments section below.

    Make sure to check out the Top Rope Nation wrestling podcast for your weekly dose of pro wrestling talk featuring interviews, analysis and exclusive news: Apple – Spotify – YouTube. 

  • WWE NXT Crowns New Women’s Tag Team Champions

    WWE NXT Crowns New Women’s Tag Team Champions

    Katana Chance and Kayden Carter became the new WWE NXT Women’s Tag Team Champions on Tuesday’s episode of NXT when they worked an elimination match. 

    The opening contest saw Jacy Jayne & Gigi Dolin vs. Ivy Nile & Tatum Paxley vs. Chance & Carter, vs. Yulisa Leon & Valentina Feroz. The first elimination happened within five minutes of the match as Nile eliminated Feroz. The second elimination happened eight minutes into the match when Chance hit Paxley with a codebreaker, and Jayne tagged herself in to roll up Paxley. 

    The final elimination happened when Chance and Carter hit Jayne with their 450-Reverse DDT combo. 

    Roxanne Perez and Cora Jade had been the champions, but Jade turned heel by attacking Perez a few weeks ago when she cost Perez her shot at the NXT Women’s Championship, currently held by Mandy Rose. 

    The following week, Jade tossed the championship belt in the trash. WWE Hall of Famer Alundra Blayze (Madusa) appeared last week to set up the match in a backstage segment. 

    Chance and Carter become the seventh tag team to win the belts. 

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  • JoJo Siwa & Snoop Dogg Join WWE’s WrestleMania 39 Ticket Launch

    JoJo Siwa & Snoop Dogg Join WWE’s WrestleMania 39 Ticket Launch

    WWE has announced that JoJo Siwa and Snoop Dogg will be just some of the names at the star-studded WrestleMania 39 Launch Party on Thursday, August 11 at 7 pm PT from SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. 

    Fans can get into the party for free, and it will feature live in-ring matches and interviews with WWE stars, celebrity appearances, official WWE merchandise, and more.

    Fans will also get a commemorative WrestleMania souvenir ticket while supplies last. The event will also give fans an exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets to WrestleMania 39 before making them available to the general public that Friday. 

    The part will feature actor/comedian Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias. WWE stars slated to be there include Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Becky Lynch, The Miz, Maryse, Bianca Belair, Liv Morgan, The Usos, Theory, The Street Profits, Alexa Bliss, Carmella, Corey Graves, Dominik Mysterio, and Ricochet. 

    Fans can register for free admission and parking here. 

    WrestleMania takes place Saturday, April 1, and Sunday, April 2, 2023, from SoFi Stadium and will air on Peacock in the United States and WWE Network everywhere else.

    WWE previously announced that WrestleMania 40 is scheduled for Saturday, April 6, and Sunday, April 7 in 2024 from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA.

  • Triple H Had Savage Reaction to Hearing Logan Paul Was Joining WWE

    Triple H Had Savage Reaction to Hearing Logan Paul Was Joining WWE

    Logan Paul has been impressive in his two matches with WWE, with his most recent match coming at SummerSlam with a win over The Miz. The match featured Paul pulling off a frog splash from the top rope to the outside, sending The Miz through a table. 

    Triple H appeared on Paul’s Impaulsive podcast, discussing taking over creative for WWE and his successful career. 

    Although Paul is a big social media influencer, not everyone knew who he was, including Triple H, as he had no clue who he was before he joined WWE.

    Triple H was asked to recall his immediate reaction to Logan joining WWE and had a brutally honest answer: “who the f*** is that?”. Triple H went on to speak highly of Paul and how Logan had impressed him massively with how quickly he’s taken to wrestling

    Logan signed a multi-year, multi-event deal with WWE back in June. He recently stated that he wants to make more WWE appearances because he’s addicted to wrestling now. 

    Logan Paul Announces More WWE Appearances: “So Addicted to This Sport”
  • Bryan Danielson Confirms He & Miz Legitimately Don’t Like Each Other

    Bryan Danielson Confirms He & Miz Legitimately Don’t Like Each Other

    Bryan Danielson confirms that he and The Miz “legitimately” don’t like one another.

    Danielson was recently interviewed by Renee Paquette, where he discussed a multitude of topics, including his WWE run. During the interview, Danielson discussed his issues with The Miz.

    Miz was Danielson’s mentor on WWE NXT. This eventually led to a storyline feud between the pair. Years later, things came to a head on an episode of Talking Smack, where things got personal.

    Bryan Danielson
    (via AEW)

    Danielson explained that both men were frustrated and wanted to make a solid segment out of it. He admits that he and Miz “legitimately” don’t like one another. However, he definitely respects Miz.

    “Miz was very frustrated. He was Intercontinental Champion and wasn’t being put on TV too much. I was very frustrated that they weren’t clearing me to wrestle despite numerous doctors having cleared me to wrestle and, you know, I understand why, but that’s a long story anyway.

    “So just getting to the point of my frustration, so we came up with this thing, the original plan that Mike and I had come up with, was I was going to f*cking deck him. We wanted to get under each other’s skin so much that it was plausible that I would legit be angry enough to punch him, and so that was the intent.

    “The idea was either they’re going to fire me, or it’s going to make people want to see the match so much that they’re going to have to clear me to wrestle. But then Mike did such a great job, intuitively, I felt it was better to walk off because it was also like, this is so good.

    “Leave him with his heat. He was so good. Mike and I don’t like each other, legitimately, but Mike is also somebody that I respect a lot for working very, very hard.”

    Now, both men currently work for different promotions. After getting medically cleared to return to the ring, Bryan Danielson had a bit of a run before deciding not to re-sign with WWE.

    He signed with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and made his debut in September of last year. As for Miz, he’s still with WWE, where he has remained for nearly 20 years.

    He’s currently aligned with Ciampa on Monday Night RAW, feuding against AJ Styles and Logan Paul.

    Quotes via WrestlingNews.co

  • When Ronda Rousey is Expected Back From WWE TV Suspension

    When Ronda Rousey is Expected Back From WWE TV Suspension

    Ronda Rousey was recently handed a storyline suspension after attacking referee Dan Engler at WWE SummerSlam.

    Rousey was upset after the referee ruled in Liv Morgan’s favor at their SummerSlam match this past weekend.

    Morgan put her title up for grabs against Rousey, who she cashed in her Money In The Bank briefcase on to win the title.

    The ending sequence of their SummerSlam match saw Ronda Rousey put Morgan in an armbar. However, although Morgan tapped out, Rousey’s shoulders were on the mat, to which the referee counted to three.

    Rousey was furious with the decision, and decided to take her frustrations out on both Morgan and referee Dan Engler. It was later announced Rousey received a storyline suspension and was “fined.”

    Ronda Rousey’s Return

    Clash at the Castle

    Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Radio reports that Rousey is currently booked to work the upcoming WWE Clash at the Castle event next month.

    With that being said, she shouldn’t be kept off TV for too long.

    WWE Clash At The Castle takes place from Wales on September 3. It will be WWE’s first stadium show in the UK since 1992 – 30 years ago. It all goes down from the Principality Stadium in Cardiff.

    The event will be broadcast on Peacock in the United States, and the WWE Network everywhere else.

  • Backstage News on What’s Changed Since Triple H Took Over WWE Creative

    Backstage News on What’s Changed Since Triple H Took Over WWE Creative

    We have some backstage news to pass along regarding what’s changed since Triple H took over WWE creative.

    There have already been a few tweaks to the creative process in WWE since Triple H assumed leadership, according to a report at PWInsider. The past few weeks have seen things “loosen up” when it comes to scripting promos and matches.

    Talents are reportedly allowed to improvise more. Specifically, it was noted that the Sheamus vs. Drew McIntyre match on SmackDown last week.

    A solid bit of the match was called inside the ring as opposed to having everything planned out beforehand.

    Triple H

    Triple H took over the head of WWE creative after Vince McMahon retired from WWE. McMahon stepped down as WWE CEO after sexual misconduct allegations surfaced, following several investigations into the matter.

    McMahon then retired as the head of WWE creative, leaving his son-in-law to take over. There seems to be a general positive reaction to Triple H taking over.

    In fact, the USA Network seemed pretty happy with the direction “The Game” wants to go. Monday Night RAW this week was allowed to go for one-hour without any commercials.

    The first RAW under Triple H also received generally good reviews after it was all said and done. It will be interesting to see how things progress under the former WWE Champion moving forward.

    Talent Losing their Spots?

    Things seem to be off to a great start under Triple H, but not everybody is optimistic about the new regime.

    According to Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer, there are “definitely” some stars who are worried about losing their spots now that Vince McMahon is no longer with WWE.

    With that said there are already talents who are getting featured more under Triple H than Vince McMahon. Mustafa Ali competed on his first Raw in months last night, later tweeting “opportunity” following his loss in the triple threat between himself, The Miz, and AJ Styles.

    The Game also brought back Iyo Sky and Dakota Kai at SummerSlam, two top talents that were cut earlier in the year with Vince McMahon still at the helm.

  • Big Plans are in the Works for Ciampa on WWE Raw

    Big Plans are in the Works for Ciampa on WWE Raw

    WWE has undergone dramatic changes over the past few weeks, ever since Vince McMahon resigned from all roles with the company.

    In his place as head of Creative, Triple H has replaced his father-in-law, in addition to being appointed head of Talent Relations.

    Many Superstars who have a history working with Triple H in NXT are reported to be optimistic about the future, and one Superstar, in particular, could soon be doing very well.

    A Change in Presentation

    Earlier this year, Ciampa was called up to the main roster, despite previously stating his intention to spend his WWE career in NXT.

    Since joining the Raw roster, the two-time former NXT Champion has worked with The Miz, and big things are seemingly in his future.

    Fightful reports that Ciampa is a personal favorite of Triple H, and is expected to benefit from “the Game” being in charge behind the scenes.

    An idea pitched for Ciampa is for him to be put in more matches that showcase his in-ring ability, with a United States title match against Bobby Lashley confirmed on this week’s Raw.

    Another idea includes bringing back his theme from NXT, but Fightful stressed that this has not been confirmed.

    Impressing People

    Ciampa has received positive reviews behind the scenes ever since his call-up to Raw.

    Specifically, he has been praised by peers and staff for his work with The Miz, and his willingness to embrace the role by the former WWE Champion’s side.

    One source called Ciampa’s demeanor “great” and that he has worked hard to make the best of everything presented to him by Vince McMahon, despite once planning on never joining the main roster.

    Has Tommaso Ciampa Noticed Any Change Backstage After Vince McMahon’s Retirement
  • WWE Announces New Addition to the Senior Management Team

    WWE Announces New Addition to the Senior Management Team

    WWE has announced a new executive hire.

    Craig Stimmel has signed on to be the company’s new Senior Vice President and Head of Global Sales & Partnerships.

    Stimmel previously held leadership roles at Snapchat, Procter and Gamble and NCR. According to the press release below, he’ll be responsible for “overseeing day-to-day operations and leading WWE’s sales organization while expanding its roster of sponsors and promotional partnerships.”

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    Craig Stimmel joins WWE

    WWE® Names Craig Stimmel SVP & Head of Global Sales & Partnerships

    STAMFORD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– WWE (NYSE: WWE) today announced the appointment of Craig Stimmel as Senior Vice President and Head of Global Sales & Partnerships. Stimmel, who previously held leadership roles across Snapchat, Procter and Gamble and NCR, will report to WWE Chairwoman & co-CEO Stephanie McMahon and WWE co-CEO Nick Khan.

    As head of WWE’s Global Sales & Partnerships division, Stimmel will be a key member of the company’s senior management team, responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and leading WWE’s sales organization while expanding its roster of sponsors and promotional partnerships.

    Stimmel spent the last three years as Head of Global Brands at Snapchat, where he was responsible for creating and leading the company’s Global Brand organization. Prior to that, Stimmel served in various leadership positions across Procter and Gamble, including overseeing partnerships and marketing ideation for the company’s Media Investment team.

    Stimmel earned his Bachelor of Science in Business-Accounting from the University of Dayton.

  • What Eric Bischoff Has To Say To Veterans Who Complain About Everything

    What Eric Bischoff Has To Say To Veterans Who Complain About Everything

    We have seen many veteran wrestlers complaining about the changes in wrestling in recent times. People like The Undertaker have been criticized for not liking the friendly environment in the locker room. Eric Bischoff has the perfect advice for such legends.

    The former WCW president recently appeared on Ryan Satin’s Out of Character podcast. Speaking about the people from his era that always talk about the negative, Eric suggested that they should be thankful for the run they had:

    “When I hear my peers, people my age or [people from] that era. That are bitter and angry and always talking about all the negative things that happens.” said Eric Bischoff, “[I go] ‘Man, Don’t you know? Don’t you know how much fun you really had? Don’t you know how lucky you really were? Don’t you know that you’ve seen things, been places, and you’ve had opportunities that [only] 1% of the people in the world ever get to experience? Come on.’”

    ‘It Goes By Fast’: Eric Bischoff

    Eric Bischoff
    Eric Bischoff

    Eric Bischoff also offered some advice to younger talents currently in their prime. He told them to take some time to appreciate what they have, because it goes by fast:

    “Then I see younger guys and gals in the ring. I want to reach out to every one of them and say ‘stop right now.’ However wrapped up you are in whether or not you’re going to get to wrestle in main event of the next pay per view or whatever your thing is. Cause it is. I’m not making fun of them.

    It is a competitive business. Being an actor or an actress, musician, whatever. if it’s talent, it’s competitive. So I get that part too. But take time to go ‘wow, look where I am. Look what I get to do. This is pretty awesome.’ Just appreciate it. Because it goes by you fast. Then It’s gone. Take the time to dig it. Because you should.”

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  • Eric Bischoff Believes AEW Is ‘Mom And Pop Hamburger Stand’ Compared To WWE

    Eric Bischoff Believes AEW Is ‘Mom And Pop Hamburger Stand’ Compared To WWE

    All wrestling fans agree that the sport is not as popular as it used to be two decades ago. There are some who believe that shifts in the media world and the changes in people’s consuming habits are big reasons behind it. Eric Bischoff, however, thinks that the blame lies solely with the product.

    The wrestling veteran spoke to Ryan Satin for his Out of Character podcast. Satin discussed how wrestling is not a mainstream programm anymore and mentioned the changes in media. Bischoff called it a ‘pissant’ excuse. He explained that the real reason behind it is that wrestling has failed to evolve:

    “The product is boring. It’s just nothing new has happened. Nothing has changed. Nothing has emerged. Nothing has evolved. It’s the same formula. Up until recently the same process, we’re talking about WWE which is by far the dominant [company].

    There is no competition. AEW is not competition, no matter how much Tony Khan wants to believe it is. It’s not. We’re in the same business, Tony. That’s not the same thing as being in competition. [You’re] not taking market share, Tony. You’re just in the same business. It’s kind of like having a little mom-and-pop hamburger stand on the corner and saying that you’re in competition with Arby’s. You’re not.”

    Nothing Has Changed: Eric Bischoff

    Eric Bischoff

    Eric Bischoff explained that wrestling was a teen product before the 90s. The rise of WCW forced Vince McMahon to change his formula as well. This led to massive changes and the overall growth of the industry:

    “Other than the fact that a new company has emerged in this space, what’s changed? Nothing’s changed. Whereas with the Attitude Era, the reason that wrestling was a part of pop culture, is because there was a seismic shift in the presentation of the product.

    It went from a teen and preteen product in the 80s and into the mid-90s, until it became an 18 to 49 year old product with actually Nitro, which led into the Attitude Era. Because Vince had to compete with that. He changed his formula, the product evolved. It became attractive to an entirely different audience. That’s called growth. What have we seen since then?”

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  • Edge’s Classic Metalingus Theme Song is Back

    Edge’s Classic Metalingus Theme Song is Back

    Edge has returned to Raw, and so has his classic theme song.

    The former world champion made his comeback after several week off at SummerSlam. He entered the arena with a remix of The Brood theme and helped The Mysterios pick up a victory over Judgement Day.

    The wrestling veteran then showed up on tonight’s Raw from Toyota Center in Houston. He brought back the ‘Metalingus’ theme by Alter Bridge and received a huge pop. We also got the ‘Rated R Superstar’ announcement for his entrance.

    Edge apologized to the fans for being an asshole for the past few months. He created Judgement Day to help young talents and pass on his knowledge.

    He said that his proteges thought that they had learned everything they needed. The Attitude Era star then promised to kill what he created: The Judgment Day.

    Fans seemed very excited to see Edge reverting back to his old theme song. They took on social media to share their enthusiasm for this change:

    This wasn’t the last of Edge we saw on the night. The Usos beat The Mysterios in a unified tag team title match in the main event of the show. The Judgement Day attacked Mysterios after this bout.

    Edge tried to make the save. However, he hit Dominik Mysterio with a spear in confusion. The show ended with the Rated R Superstar chasing down Finn Balor and Damian Priest while Dominik recovered in the ring.

  • WWE Teases Breakup Of Popular Tag Team On Raw

    WWE Teases Breakup Of Popular Tag Team On Raw

    The Street Profits are one of the most popular tag teams of WWE who have been together since 2016. Though if the events of Raw are any indication of things to come, then their days of teaming together are numbered.

    Tonight’s episode of the show from the Toyota Center in Houston saw Seth ‘Freaking’ Rollins coming out to talk about Roman Reigns.

    When the Raw stars interrupted him, he discussed how they have been losing a lot lately. Rollins mentioned their loss to The Usos at the latest SummerSlam PPV this past Saturday. He said The Street Profits should just break up.

    Angelo Dawkins and Montez ford then fired back at The Architect mentioning how they beat him and Buddy Murhpy for the Raw tag team championships. Ford also noted that Cody Rhodes beat him with “only one boobie.”

    This led to Seth Rollins challenging the duo for a fight on Raw. Ford and Dawkins decided to play rock-paper-scissors to determine who will face the former world champion. However, Ford then grabbed the referee and ran down to the ring.

    Dawkins disappeared from the segment as the match began. The commentary was discussing what the future holds for the former tag champions during the bout.

    Seth won this match with a Curb Stomp but he continued his attack post-match. Angelo Dawkins then came out again to save his partner and end the segment.

    The Street Profits have said on multiple occasions that they don’t want a traditional breakup. However, the company does seem to be moving in that direction based on events of Raw.

  • Logan Paul Announces More WWE Appearances: “So Addicted to This Sport”

    Logan Paul Announces More WWE Appearances: “So Addicted to This Sport”

    Fans can expect to see more of Logan Paul on WWE television. The YouTuber/boxing star is coming off a win over The Miz at last Saturday’s SummerSlam event, which marked his first singles match. 

    On Monday, Paul took to Twitter to issue a video about the big weekend and how he wants to do more with the company. He also said that he’s addicted to the business. 

    “I’ve done a lot of crazy stuff in my life, but what happened this past weekend at SummerSlam is so far the coolest thing I’ve ever done. I’m so addicted to this sport. I think I might’ve found my calling. Guys, I called the WWE execs, and I told them we got a multi-year, multi-event deal coming.

    I’m going to be performing all over the world, traveling everywhere. Just the energy and adrenaline that I feel inside that ring with a jam-packed stadium, I want more. I don’t know where or when it’s going to be just yet, but when I get in that ring again, it is going to be massive, and you do want to watch it. This is history in the making. I could not be happier to be part of this universe, and I’ll see you guys soon.”

    Paul signed a multi-year deal with WWE that will see him work several matches. Paul made his in-ring debut at WrestleMania 38, where he teamed with The Miz to defeat The Mysterios (Dominik and Rey).

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    Logan Paul Brings Massive Potential for WWE
  • Becky Lynch Will Miss Several Months with Shoulder Injury

    Becky Lynch Will Miss Several Months with Shoulder Injury

    Becky Lynch is expected to be out of action for several months due to injury.

    Lynch appeared on Monday’s episode of WWE Raw wearing a sling and said she’d need time off. She suffered a separated shoulder during her match against Raw Women’s Champion Bianca Belair at SummerSlam on Saturday. 

    Lynch opened Raw with an in-ring promo where she talked about how she credits Belair for pushing her to be the B.E.S.T. every week since returning at last year’s SummerSlam. She quickly defeated Belair to become the SmackDown Women’s Champion at that event. 

    On Saturday night, she realized who she is, and that’s The Man. Belair came out to the ring, and Lynch left after exchanging some respectful words.

    Becky Lynch Attacked

    While Belair was doing her promo, we saw Lynch being attacked by Bayley, IYO Sky (Io Shirai), and Dakota Kai. Belair ran to the backstage area, but it was too late. 

    WWE later confirmed she is expected to be out for the next several months.

    This injury angle indicates Lynch will be out of action for an extended period of time and could potentially need surgery. A separated shoulder typically has an estimated recovery time between two and 12 weeks.

    SEScoops wishes Becky Lynch a speedy recovery from this injury.

  • Hall of Famer Sees ‘Brock Lesnar Potential’ in Wardlow

    Hall of Famer Sees ‘Brock Lesnar Potential’ in Wardlow

    Mark Henry sees Brock Lesnar potential in All Elite Wrestling star Wardlow.

    Henry was recently was recently interviewed by Sportskeeda and shared his high opinion of reigning AEW TNT Champion, Wardlow.

    “The World’s Strongest Man” had nothing but praise for the young champion, who he claims has the same potential as past stars such as Brock Lesnar, Goldberg, and even The Rock.

    “I think Wardlow is an unbelievable competitor,” Henry said. “And he’s going to be even better. The Wardlow we see right now, in a best of three, I think a Mark Henry might beat that guy. But in the next two years, Wardlow is going to be the most dominant force in pro wrestling since Brock Lesnar…”

    Henry also compared Wardlow’s upside to megastars like Goldberg, The Rock and even Stone Cold Steve Austin.

    That’s certainly high praise from Henry, a veteran of the industry of nearly 30 years. He’ a former WWE World Heavyweight Champion who was inducted into the company’s Hall Of Fame in 2016.

    As for Wardlow, he has certainly been privy to one particular comparison throughout his run with AEW. That being a comparison to WWE Hall Of Famer and ex-WCW World Heavyweight Champion Goldberg.

    Likely due to both men having such an intimidating size and physique inside the ring. Wardlow has certainly come into his own since splitting apart from the likes of MJF. He captured the TNT Title from Scorpio Sky on a July 6 episode of AEW Dynamite in a Street Fight.

  • Sasha Banks & Naomi Returning to WWE (Report)

    Sasha Banks & Naomi Returning to WWE (Report)

    WWE is expected to be welcoming back two big names very soom.

    According to a report from WrestlingNewsCo, a deal has been struck to bring back Sasha Banks and Naomi to WWE.

    It was recently reported that WWE was attempting to mend their relationship with the former WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions. Especially since the pair’s issues were with Vince McMahon, creatively, who is now retired.

    Naomi and Banks walked out prior to an episode of Monday Night RAW several weeks ago after reported creative differences with McMahon. The WWE commentary team went as far as confirming it during the broadcast.

    There has been a lot of speculation as to the status of both women since their walkout, with some reports suggesting Banks has already been granted her release. WWE has yet to confirm any releases for either Banks or Naomi as of this writing.

    It will be interesting to see what WWE has in store for them creatively. Especially in regards to the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles.

    Of course, we’ll keep you updated as more information becomes available on tonight’s episode of Monday Night RAW.

  • Update on Becky Lynch’s SummerSlam Injury

    Update on Becky Lynch’s SummerSlam Injury

    Becky Lynch has a separated shoulder as she suffered the injury during her match against Raw Women’s Champion Bianca Belair at SummerSlam on Saturday. 

    Bryan Alvarez reported the news on Monday’s edition of Wrestling Observer Live. 

    “Becky Lynch took the Jaded (Glam Slam) and landed sideways, she landed on her side. Having separated my shoulder twice wrestling, I knew immediately that was not good. She started grabbing her shoulder, and she was grabbing her shoulder throughout the rest of the match,” Alvarez said. “We can confirm today that she did suffer a shoulder separation. I don’t know the extent of it, there are several grades of shoulder separation.”

    Lynch did finish the bout and was using her arm, but after the match, she was seen being escorted by WWE’s medical team following the match.

    Bayley, IYO Sky (Io Shirai), and Dakota Kai returned once Belair shook hands with Lynch to form their new faction. 

    A separated shoulder typically takes between two and 12 weeks to recover from. We wish Lynch a speedy recovery. 

    It appeared WWE was planning a 3 vs. 3 match at some point. However, those plans will have to be pushed back or changed because of Lynch’s injury. 

  • Ronda Rousey ‘Suspended’ Following SummerSlam Referee Attack

    Ronda Rousey ‘Suspended’ Following SummerSlam Referee Attack

    WWE has announced a storyline fine and suspension for Ronda Rousey due to her unprofessional conduct at Summerslam.

    Rousey unsuccessfully challenged Raw Women’s Champion Liv Morgan at Saturday’s premium live event from Nashville. The match ended in controversy and things went downhill from there.

    Liv Morgan pinned Ronda Rousey’s shoulders to the mat and was awarded the victory. However, the referee missed that Morgan was tapping out from Rousey’s armbar submission before counting the pin.

    Rousey Snaps, Crosses The Line

    An instant replay showed that Rousey should have won the match, but the referee can’t call what he didn’t see.

    Rousey became irate, feeling that she’d been robbed at the chance to reclaim the Raw Women’s title. The Baddest Woman on the Planet attacked Morgan and then shifted her attention to referee Dan Engler.

    Rousey proceeded to attack referee Engler and applied the same armbar to him that she had just locked on to Liv Morgan.

    WWE has taken swift action against Rousey for her conduct. A statement from WWE reads:

    “Following her attack on referee Dan Engler at SummerSlam, Ronda Rousey has been fined an undisclosed amount and will be suspended… Due to her suspension, Rousey will not appear on this week’s Friday Night SmackDown.”

    This storyline suspension will be a way for WWE to write Ronda Rousey off television for the foreseeable future.

  • Pat McAfee Admits SummerSlam “Wasn’t The Cleanest Match I’ve Ever Had”

    Pat McAfee Admits SummerSlam “Wasn’t The Cleanest Match I’ve Ever Had”

    Pat McAfee stepped into the ring again for a bout against Happy Corbin at Saturday’s WWE SummerSlam where the SmackDown commentator went over. 

    McAfee’s previous performance was at WrestleMania 38 in April, beating Theory before losing to Vince McMahon. 

    While speaking on The Pat McAfee Show, McAfee reflected on his SummerSlam bout. McAfee admitted there were moments in that match where he thought, ‘should have prepared differently.’ This happened as soon as he walked into the stadium as he felt like a sauna, an issue because he had trained in air conditioning. He started to hydrate immediately. 

    McAfee noted that the sweat on the ropes nearly led to disaster on several occasions when he performed spots. 

    “A lot of things, as they are happening, I’m thinking, ‘Fucking idiot. You are so dumb,’” Pat stated. 

    McAfee nearly fell off the top rope while attempting an outside dive. He thinks he had trouble doing the ropes and not getting on the rope with the shoes he was wearing before the bout. McAfee went over with the code red. 

    “Not a destroyer. Code Red. Had I ever done it before to anybody? Nope, but it felt like the right time and right place. Wasn’t the cleanest match I’ve ever had. I certainly wasn’t prepared for the humidity. I’m pumped to get out of there with a dub.”

    McAfee added that Jimmy Uso gave him the chain he was wearing for the match.

  • Details On Tractor Spot From WWE SummerSlam Main Event

    Details On Tractor Spot From WWE SummerSlam Main Event

    This past Saturday WWE held their annual SummerSlam premium live event from the Nissan Stadium in Nashville Tennessee, a show that was headlined by an epic Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar Last Man Standing match for the Undisputed Universal championship.

    Prior to the bout starting Lesnar came down to the ring with a tractor, and launched himself off the top of it to gain the early upper-hand on the Tribal Chief.

    Later in the contest the Beast used the tractor to lift one corner of the ring, an insane spot that not only sent Reigns tumbling out the other side, but instantly went viral on social media.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/CgqbvNVu_j7/

    Pre-Show Rehearsal

    The ring lift spot was rehearsed at least once before the show began by a member of the WWE production team, according to a report at PWInsider.

    Brock Lesnar did not rehearse the spot in advance and performed it for the first time live during Summerslam. When Lesnar drove the tractor into the ring (just prior to the lift), the ring shifted farther than the production team had originally planned.

    Reigns would go on to defeat Lesnar for the third-straight time this year thanks to an assist from the Usos, and continue his impressive title reign, which recently surpassed 700-plus days.