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  • Damian Priest Admits To Starting Wave Of Boos At Dominik Mysterio’s Wedding

    Damian Priest Admits To Starting Wave Of Boos At Dominik Mysterio’s Wedding

    Dominik Mysterio is known for getting a negative reaction from the WWE fan base whenever he has the microphone. He recently celebrated his wedding day, and he received a similar reaction during his own reception.

    Video surfaced of Dominik Mysterio getting booed at his wedding. Little did anyone realize, but it was Damian Priest who had a big hand in getting that reaction from the crowd.

    Damian Priest Tells All

    While speaking to Steve Fall, Damian Priest opened up a bit about Dominik Mysterio’s wedding. He was there, along with other people from the pro wrestling world, to help Dirty Dom celebrate his big day.

    Priest also knew that Dominik Mysterio felt more at home in a sea of boos, which he graciously facilitated for Mysterio’s wedding reception.

    “It was beautiful, man. I was honored to be a part of the wedding, to just attend the wedding and we had such a good time. Then obviously, you know, busting his chops and there was a moment when they did say he’s gonna say a few words. I remember I just turned to my table and I was like, ‘We got to do it. We’re doing it. right’, and I just turned back around and I did it. Then my table followed in and I was like, Okay, that was nice. Then he went to speak again and the entire wedding party, like, everybody did it, and then I really laughed and he just gave me a look. That was a good one. But man, the whole thing was, what a good day for him and his wife. So that was a special night. Like I said, I was just honored to be there.”

    What’s Next For Judgment Day

    The Judgment Day are still Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions, and they are looking strong on the road to WrestleMania. Only time will tell if they will carry those titles out of the show of shows, but they are certainly making the most of things at this point.

    Dominik Mysterio hasn’t brought his recent wedding up in the storyline, because it wouldn’t fit his heel persona. After all, he got booed at his wedding already.

    SEScoops will have more on this story if there are any updates. Keep checking back for more of the headlines you need.

  • The Undertaker Says Sting’s Retirement “Ruined” Him Coming Back For One More Match

    The Undertaker Says Sting’s Retirement “Ruined” Him Coming Back For One More Match

    WWE never booked The Undertaker vs Sting, although they very well could have. Sting recently stated that he could have retired on that match, and it seems that Taker might have considered coming out of retirement to face The Icon.

    Sting recently retired at AEW Revolution, and that was a big moment that is still fresh in our minds. During a recent edition of his podcast, The Undertaker quipped that since Sting is retired, he doesn’t have a reason to wrestle again.

    Taker Speaks Candidly

    The Undertaker retired from wrestling in 2020 after his final match against AJ Styles at WrestleMania 36. However, he recently shared that he had considered a return to the ring if Sting hadn’t also retired recently.

    The potential matchup between The Undertaker and Sting is a dream for many wrestling fans, but it has only existed in speculation and imagination.

    Although they briefly appeared together in WWE in 2015, they never faced off in a match. This is something that WWE had a window to make happen, but Vince McMahon never booked the match

    During a recent Q&A session on his Patreon platform, Undertaker quipped that if Sting hadn’t retired, then he could have another match.

    “Well, I mean, if Sting hadn’t retired, maybe. He ruined the whole thing. I got new knees and he went and had to go and retire… Oh my gosh, we’re going to get so much heat for that.”

    Of course, Sting retired under the AEW banner with a contract to Tony Khan. So, the idea of Taker wrestling Sting was even more off the table. It’s still nice to know that Taker still thinks of what might have been.

    The Undertaker is still Struggling

    We previously covered how The Undertaker expressed that he’s still struggling with the decision to retire. Recently, he mentioned to his wife that he was considering a comeback, but he ultimately convinced himself otherwise.

    He clarified that there won’t be another match. He explained that after returning from Australia and feeling tired, he briefly entertained the idea, but he wants to make it clear that fans shouldn’t expect it to happen.

    SEScoops will have more coverage of The Undertaker, and whatever else he has up next in the pipeline. Keep checking back for more headlines and the coverage you need.

  • Jey Uso Welcomes Other Members Of The Bloodline To Join WWE

    WWE superstar Jey Uso is ready to welcome more members of his legendary family into the company. The company has made a strong effort to showcase the lineage of the Anoa?i Family with the Bloodline stable(Roman Reigns, The Rock, Solo Sikoa & Jimmy Uso), which fans have gravitated towards in recent years. 

    As the group continues to be a focal point on WWE TV, Jey has expressed interest in having other family members join the company to get a bigger spotlight. 

    In an interview with Battleground Podcast, Jey discussed the Bloodline’s success in WWE. He was also asked if he had any advice for other members of his family who may want to join the company and align themselves with the faction. While Jey is no longer in the group, he has no problem seeing unsigned talent from his family sign to be led by the ‘Tribal Chief.’

    “Man, come. We family at the end of the day, come. Some of your worst enemies might be in your family, but at the end of the day, we are all still family,” said Jey.

     Jey also noted that he likes that several family members wrestle for different promotions and are thriving. However, he wants to see everyone under the WWE umbrella. 

    “…I feel like if we all come to the big leagues, the WWE, bruh, it’s mindblowing what could happen,” said Jey. He added, “…Man, at least almost ten deep in there, Uce, like what, and let alone some big hitters. So, man, the future is bright is all I’m going to say.” 

    Popular Free Agents From The Anoa?i Family 

    Although Jey doesn’t share names, fans have wanted to see former MLW World Champion Jacob Fatu join WWE to side with the group. ‘The Samoan Werewolf’ is a free agent who has expressed interest in joining the company. Whether WWE wants to sign him is unclear, but fans hope a deal will be made soon. 

    Another famous free agent who could be heading to WWE is Tama Tonga. Although he isn’t related by blood, he is still considered family as the son of Haku. Multiple outlets reported that he is expected to sign with WWE after spending most of his career in New Japan Pro Wrestling. It’s unclear when he could debut, but he’s seemingly on track to be on the roster soon. 

    Jey may soon get his wish, as the company could make significant moves to sign two famous and accomplished members of the Anoa?i Family. Hopefully, this will lead to more great storytelling in WWE that will last for the next few years. 

  • From Undesirable to Undeniable: Cody Rhodes Reflects On Being Cut from WWE WrestleMania 29

    Cody Rhodes has advised fans to know their worth as he does, over a decade after being removed from WrestleMania 29 in 2013. 

    At WrestleMania 29, Rhodes and then-ally Damian Sandow were supposed to team with the Bella Twins to face Tons of Funk (Tensai and Brodus Clay) and the Funkadactyls (Naomi and Cameron.) The match was nixed due to other matches going long, namely CM Punk Vs. The Undertaker and Brock Lesnar Vs. Triple H. The decision to cut the match was covered during the first season of Total Divas on E!

    Cody Rhodes Reflects

    Rhodes has since come a long way and the 2023 & 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble winner sure doesn’t have to worry about being cut from Premium Live Events at the last minute. When a fan pointed out how much things have changed for Rhodes since WrestleMania 29, the American Nightmare used the opportunity to reflect and give some salient advice. 

    What’s Next? 

    Rhodes won’t just be competing at this year’s WrestleMania, but he’ll become one of the first man in history to headline back-to-back nights of the Showcase of the Immortals. At WrestleMania 40: Saturday, Rhodes will team with Seth Rollins to face Roman Reigns and The Rock. This match will have huge implications on the following night’s match. 

    At WrestleMania 40: Sunday, Rhodes will challenge Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship. Regardless of the outcome of the previous night’s match, this will be Rhodes’ final opportunity to dethrone the Tribal Chief. This high-stakes stipulation was made by The Rock who has been flexing his muscles as a TKO board member. 

  • Scott Hall Remembered By Friends & Fans On 2-Year Anniversary Of His Passing

    Scott Hall Remembered By Friends & Fans On 2-Year Anniversary Of His Passing

    The pro wrestling world lost a legend when Scott Hall tragically passed away two years ago on March 14, 2022. Hall remains a beloved figure to this day for countless reasons, including his iconic Razor Ramon persona and the groundbreaking New World Order storyline that changed wrestling forever.

    The pro wrestling world is remembering The Bad Guy on the anniversary of his passing. Hall’s name trended on social media as his friends and fans across the world shared memories of the two-time WWE Hall of Famer’s remarkable career. 

    Sean Waltman shared this of Hall wearing one of his t-shirts at the height of the nWo’s popularity.

    Diamond Dallas Page shared a video of his longtime friend, along with a touching message. The master of the Diamond Cutter doesn’t want anyone to forget about the incredible man we lost too soon.

    Jim Ross re-tweeted this clip from Scott Hall’s memorable 2014 WWE Hall of Fame speech:

    Memories of Scott Hall continue to surface, even years after his passing. His daughter recently shared an unseen piece of pro wrestling video history, one that showed Triple H and The Outsiders mingling at home during the Monday Night Wars era.

    Scott Hall is remembered for so many reasons, and all of them are entertaining. He gave his body for the enjoyment of fans for decades, and he made a ton of memories along the way. On March 14th, fans wanted to make sure that nobody forgot about him.

    Scott Hall’s Passing

    Scott Hall’s health deteriorated drastically in March 2022 after he suffered a fall and broke his hip, necessitating hospitalization. He remained immobile on the floor for several days until his friend Diamond Dallas Page found him during a wellness check. Hall underwent hip replacement surgery, but complications arose when a blood clot dislodged, leading to three heart attacks on March 12, 2022. He was placed on life support at WellStar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, Georgia.

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    With his family gathered at the hospital on March 14, 2022, the difficult decision was made to remove the WWE Hall of Famer from life support. He passed away approximately 4 to 6 hours later at the age of 63. WWE announced his death and paid tribute to him with a video during that day’s episode of RAW. While he will be deeply missed, his legacy will endure indefinitely.

    SEScoops would like to preserve the legacy of Scott Hall however we can. His life had a huge spotlight on him, and he was taken from us far took soon. RIP Razor, and thanks for everything.

    Remembering Scott Hall

    Here are some WWE videos and playlists looking back on the life of Scott Hall:

  • Tenille Dashwood Is Disappointed With Her Last WWE Run

    Tenille Dashwood Is Disappointed With Her Last WWE Run

    WWE decided to make roster cuts in September 2023. Some notable names were on that list, and not all of them were happy about their run with the company.

    While speaking to Chris Van Vliet’s Insight podcast, Tenille Dashwood was rather candid about the fact that she wasn’t happy about her last WWE run. It ended suddenly, and she didn’t get to do nearly as much.

    Tenille Dashwood Speaks on her WWE Exit

    On September 21, 2023, WWE made the decision to release several talents from their roster, among them Tenille Dashwood, also known as Emma, and her husband Mike Rallis, who wrestled under the name Riddick Moss. Despite being featured as an on-screen couple, their appearances on television were limited, with a notable exception being a brief storyline involving a feud with Karrion Kross and Scarlett.

    Interestingly, the day of their release coincided with WWE’s announcement of the Elimination Chamber event in Australia, a development that Dashwood had eagerly anticipated and was actively promoting. However, her excitement quickly turned to dismay when she discovered just hours later that she had been let go by the company.

    While thinking back on the emotions of that sad day, Dashwood shared that she was actually disappointed by the way that latest run with WWE turned out. She recounted how the news of the upcoming event in her home country had been a long-held aspiration during her time with WWE, and she had persistently inquired about the possibility of participating in tours there.

    Despite facing challenges due to travel restrictions in previous years, Dashwood remained hopeful for the opportunity to wrestle in Australia. The sudden announcement on social media caught her off guard, as she had not received any prior indication from WWE about her involvement. As the day progressed and reports of releases circulated, Dashwood and her husband found themselves anticipating the inevitable, ultimately receiving the news they had feared.

    “I will say, I was a little disappointed with that last run, and a little upset with how things went. I do think I have a lot more to contribute and I had very high hopes when I returned, it just didn’t turn out the way that I would have liked. In saying that, we did see it as a positive, we just weren’t being used, so it was, ‘Okay, let’s go do the things we want.’ That has been very exciting. At this point, we’re focusing on that. We do have a tour in Australia that we’ve committed to. Some autograph signings and a match. Past that, we’re focusing on other things right now. I can’t imagine ever fully stepping away from wrestling. It’s been my dream since I was a little girl and it’s the only thing I really wanted to do. I’m so glad I’ve gone after it and had the career that I’ve had. It would be hard for me to say, ‘I’m done with wrestling.’ In that same instance, I’m not actively pursuing anything or don’t have a plan moving forward at this point.”

    What’s Next for Tenille Dashwood

    Dashwood was released from WWE the first time in 2017, but then she was brought back in 2022. Sadly, that last run wasn’t as long.

    It’s not all sad news for Tenille and Mike. On March 8, Dashwood and Rallis tied the knot in Hawaii. Their wedding was a very happy day, and they owe their relationship to WWE, because they met while with the company.

    SEScoops will have more on this story, and so much more, if more updates are available. Keep checking back for more headlines on the stories you need.

  • Best in the World: Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin Make Bold Claim of Dominance

    WWE has plenty of options when it comes to their booking, but certain Superstars will always stand apart from the rest. Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin are quite a pair, and they’re not finished dominating yet.

    The conversation can be had for years about who is the greatest tag team. If you ask Baron Corbin, he believes his tandem with Breakker is the greatest pairing in the business right now.

    Baron Corbin’s Bold Claim

    Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin swiftly ascended in NXT’s tag team ranks. Their partnership began during the 2024 Men’s Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, culminating in victory at NXT Vengeance Day. Following their triumph, they secured the NXT Tag Team Championship by defeating Tony D’Angelo and Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo on the February 13 episode of NXT.

    In a conversation on WWE’s The Bump, Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin reflected on their achievements. Breakker asserted their dominance, proclaiming themselves as the premier tag team globally.

    Bron Breakker expressed his firm belief that they stand as the foremost team globally. He emphasized the depth of their partnership, highlighting its uniqueness. Drawing attention to their shared NFL background, he underscored the rarity of their collaboration in WWE. According to Breakker, their current performance and entertainment level surpasses expectations, showcasing their seamless synergy and maximum effort.

    Baron Corbin Explains His Statement 

    Corbin echoed Breakker’s sentiments, emphasizing their ability to switch gears in competition—a quality few possess. He expressed confidence in their capability to challenge any opponent, including the reigning Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions, The Judgment Day.

    He mentioned a recent statement made on television. Corbin highlighted their seamless transition from backstage camaraderie to intense competition when the bell rings. According to him, this ability to switch gears sets them apart, enabling them to escalate the intensity of their performances. Their dynamic encourages friendly competition, pushing each other to excel in every aspect of their matches. Despite the allure of competing on Raw and SmackDown, they remain focused on their current position as NXT Tag Team Champions.

    We should get a shot at those. That should be something we can get. We can go and we can cut whoever in half that we need to Saturday morning at NXT, and then we can go on to WrestleMania, and I think we can take those titles off of Judgment Day.

    I think we can handle anybody in the ring. He says best in the world, and that includes all those teams in WWE that are thinking that they’re on our level. We got eight weeks in the bank together, and we’re already tag champs. That speaks volumes to what we can accomplish.”

    What’s Next For Bron Breakker & Baron Corbin

    Bron Breakker was officially called up to the WWE main roster during the 2024 Royal Rumble match. He was a last-minute replacement for Brock Lesnar, who was pulled from the match when his name was connected to Janel Grant’s bombshell of a lawsuit.

    Although Breakker’s call-up was official, and he later joined the SmackDown brand, he still had things to wrap up in NXT. Obviously, that called for an NXT Tag Team Title run, and he’s having a great time with Baron Corbin.

    Only time will tell if that team transcends to the main roster, but they’re having quite a time in NXT.

    SEScoops will have more on this story, and so much more, as more information is known. As always, keep checking back for the updates and headlines that you need.

  • The Undertaker Says It Hasn’t Been Easy Adjusting To Life After WWE: ‘It Leaves A Huge Void’

    Wrestling is a tough business and you have to be really passionate about it to make a career in the sport. The same passion, however, also makes it hard for veterans to leave the ring when their bodies can’t handle the strain anymore. 

    It’s especially hard for someone like The Undertaker who has spent over half his life as an active wrestler and according to the Dead Man, he still has trouble accepting that he won’t be competing again.

    The former World Champion answered some fan questions on a new episode of his podcast on Patreon. When asked about his transition from wrestling to now a retired life, Taker mentioned how something like that leaves a void that many find hard to refill:

    “My transition…I knew my time had come. But I wasn’t ready for it to come. I just knew that my body couldn’t deliver what my mind and my heart wanted to give the fans and it was kind of difficult. You have to remember that for over half of my life, being in the ring is what I did, and then it’s not there anymore.

    That does, it leaves a huge void in you because you’re trying to fill that void, which was a passion. You’re trying to find out what that next passion is and what it is that you’re gonna sink your teeth into and there just may not be something that will ever refill that void.”

    It’s Hard For Me Still To This Day: The Undertaker

    The Undertaker officially retired from the ring after a Boneyard match with AJ Styles at WrestleMania 36. The Cinematic match saw Taker burying Styles in a grave and then riding off into the sunset.

    The WWE Hall of Famer mentioned how it’s been 4 years since his final match but admitted that it’s still hard to visit any WWE shows in person for him because he gets the itch:

    “I watch it’s hard for me to…it’s hard for me still to this day. When I retired, I retired in 2020 and here we are in 2024. I still find myself sometimes struggling, not so much at home. I’m more analytical and more of an analyst type while I’m watching it at home.

    But if I’m like live in the venue, there’s a lot of times where I just have to leave because there’s that thing in me that saying ‘You should be getting ready to go to the ring.’ I hope it goes away at some point but as of now, it hasn’t.”

    You can relive Undertaker’s last match below:

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  • Crackhead Karens: The Rock Explains Freedom Behind Latest WWE Heel Run

    Crackhead Karens: The Rock Explains Freedom Behind Latest WWE Heel Run

    John Cena has taken on some daring roles in Hollywood so far, stretching his comfort level to flex his acting muscles. The 96th annual Academy Awards certainly included a side of Cena that some fans never expected to see.

    Cena did a streaking skit at the Oscar Awards this year alongside Jimmy Kimmel. Cena was the only nude one, and The Rock had a very good view of the whole spectacle. He also made it clear why he didn’t want to make Cena’s night any worse. The Rock is also loving his role as a heel on WWE television, and he couldn’t wait to open up about that, either. 

    The Rock Reacts to John Cena Stunt

    The Rock crossed paths with his fellow WWE Superstar, John Cena, backstage at the 96th Oscars ceremony held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. However, Cena appeared in an unusual attire, donning a toga instead of his typical formal wear, which he changed into after his nude stunt.

    Cena’s unique appearance garnered significant attention from fans, with his act receiving widespread applause. While reflecting on his interaction with Cena the day before, The Rock shared his perspective during an appearance on Monday night’s edition of Jimmy Kimmel Live.

    During the interview, Kimmel humorously suggested that The Rock missed an opportunity to confront Cena, to which The Rock responded with laughter, implying that a half-naked Cena wasn’t a suitable target for him. When asked if he would consider confronting Cena if he were “fully naked,” The Rock humorously replied that he would need Cena to be completely unclothed before considering such an action, clarifying that it was a playful remark.

    “Right, a half-naked John Cena isn’t the guy who I want to attack [laughs],” The Rock said.

    When Kimmel asked him if he would attack Cena if he was “fully naked?” To this, The Rock replied, “I need him fully naked before I attack him. That was his joke, by the way.”

    The Rock and John Cena shook hands backstage at the Oscars, but Kimmel still joked that he felt a WrestleMania moment coming on. No steel chairs were busted out in that meeting, but you never know what else The Rock is capable of during this heel run.

    The Rock on his Heel Turn

    The Rock also had a chance to speak about his heel role in the road to WrestleMania. Kimmel played a clip of Dwayne Johnson in Phoenix berating the “Crackhead Karens,” and that line received a great response from the crowd.

    He also explained how great it is to come back and really cut loose during this run of his career.

    It is the best to go back to WWE in this Rock 10.0 version, where I can become a heel and say the things that people wanna say.

    Road to WrestleMania 40

    The Rock is back in WWE on the road to WrestleMania 40. He will team up with Roman Reigns during the first night of WrestleMania to take on Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins.

    John Cena has not been officially booked for WrestleMania 40 yet. As I exclusively reported in a recent edition of SEScoops’ Daily Drop, WWE is still working on making that happen for the 16x World Champion.

    SEScoops will have more on this story, and so much more in the pro wrestling world. So, keep checking back for more updates, because you never know what can happen on the road to WrestleMania.

  • Big Meaty Men Slapping Meat! Bronson Reed Seeking Big E-Inspired WrestleMania Match

    ‘Big’ Bronson Reed is ready to prove that his ‘meat’ can’t be beat with a unique match next month dedicated to the injured Big E. 

    Taking to Twitter, Reed spoke about this year’s WrestleMania 40 event that will take place from Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field on April 6-7. Reed addressed that his “BIG brothers” are missing from the WrestleMania card. Reed suggested a “MEATY INVITATIONAL” dedicated to Big E. 

    The former WWE NXT North American Champion also made sure to tag WWE to ensure that the company got the message. 

    Big E & His Meat

    Big E, a big man in his own right, has hardly been subtle with his support for the meatier wrestlers in WWE. During an infamous episode of the New Day’s ‘Feel the Power’ podcast, Big E named Goldberg as his dream opponent, declaring that the match would be “Big meaty men slapping meat!” When asked for three opponents for the New Day to face, Big E had an equally hilarious answer: three Goldbergs. 

    The Meat Men of WWE

    Reed will need some participants in his Meaty Invitational if such a match is to happen. There’s no shortage of larger Superstars though, such as Ivar, who has been impressing in his singles run while Viking Raider ally Erik recovers from neck surgery. The missing-from-TV Odyssey Jones would also be right at home in such a meaty match. 

    WWE WrestleMania 40

    This year’s WrestleMania will be the fifth annual two-night WrestleMania, a tradition that began with the Covid-19 pandemic. The show will also be the first WrestleMania following the launch of TKO Group Holdings last September. The card for the show so far is as follows:

    • Roman Reigns (c) vs. Cody Rhodes (Undisputed WWE Universal Championship)
    • Iyo Sky (c) vs. Bayley (WWE Women’s Championship)
    • Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Becky Lynch (WWE Women’s World Championship)
    • Seth “Freakin” Rollins (c) vs. Drew McIntyre (WWE World Heavyweight Championship)
    • Seth “Freakin” Rollins & Cody Rhodes Vs. Roman Reigns & The Rock
    • GUNTHER (c) vs. Sami Zayn (WWE Intercontinental Championship)
    • The Judgment Day (c) vs. TBA vs. TBA vs. TBA vs. TBA vs.TBA (Six-Pack Ladder Match, Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships)
  • John Cena Is Yet To Find The ‘Golden Ticket’ For WrestleMania 40

    John Cena Is Yet To Find The ‘Golden Ticket’ For WrestleMania 40

    We are less than a month away from WrestleMania 40 and this year’s edition of ‘The Show of Shows’ is bigger than ever. Will the fans witness John Cena at the show? Well, the 16-time World Champion is still waiting for the green signal.

    This year’s edition of WrestleMania is set to be the fifth annual of the two-night extravaganza which started with the pandemic. It’s worth noting that the show will also be the first WrestleMania after the inception of TKO Group Holdings. The card is stacked with some huge matches and fans are speculating that ‘The Leader of Cenation’ will make his presence felt in Philly.

    John Cena opens up on possible appearance at WrestleMania 40

    Speaking on The Drew Barrymore Show, John Cena revealed that he is waiting for his invite as he hasn’t found a ‘golden ticket’ to the show. He said that he would try to be at the show. Cena said:

    “I’m kind of waiting for my invite. Unfortunately, it’s not like a… I don’t have a prom date, so I have no one to go to prom with. I haven’t been asked to go yet. But that’s okay. That’s alright. I have not yet found a golden ticket in my chocolate bar, so I guess I gotta keep eating chocolate bars to find a golden ticket.

    It’s the 40th installment of WrestleMania and that gives me a tremendous joy and happiness, because the event is bigger than it’s ever been. I believe you should leave a place better than when you found it, and I think I’ve done that. [It] brings my heart so much joy to see the event in the place that it is now.”

    Previously, Cena stated that he hopes to do ‘something’ at WrestleMania 40. However, his commitments to filming Peacemaker’s second season might hinder his appearance. 

    Though WWE never fails to pull some strings at the last minute and who knows, we might even end up witnessing John Cena at ‘The Grandest Stage of Them All.’

    WrestleMania 40 takes place on April 6 & 7 at the iconic Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

  • WWE Mishap: Triple H Believed To Have Mishandled Will Ospreay Contract Talks

    WWE Mishap: Triple H Believed To Have Mishandled Will Ospreay Contract Talks

    Will Ospreay is All Elite, and he’s set to have some epic matches for Tony Khan’s company. WWE was in the game to bring Ospreay in, but that didn’t happen. In the end, AEW snagged him, and Triple H missed out.

    There is now apparently a feeling within WWE that Triple H kind of dropped the ball with Will Ospreay. Dave Meltzer stated that it is believed that Triple H undervalued what Ospreay could bring to the table.

    Will Ospreay in AEW

    Will Ospreay made headlines last year at AEW Full Gear, officially joining the AEW roster and shifting gears to a full-time role. Despite potential interest from WWE, Ospreay opted for AEW, a decision that garnered attention from WWE personnel who felt Triple H may have underestimated Ospreay’s worth.

    During AEW Full Gear, Ospreay declared his intention to join AEW full-time after fulfilling his commitments with NJPW. This move solidified his status as one of wrestling’s top free agents, culminating in his decision to sign with AEW after weighing options from various companies.

    Ospreay’s contributions extend beyond his in-ring performances, as evidenced by his display of personality on AEW television, notably during the recent AEW Dynamite: Big Business episode. 

    Dave Meltzer spoke about this on Wrestling Observer Radio, where he shed light on WWE’s perspective, indicating that Ospreay’s promo abilities were overlooked by Triple H during negotiations.

    “He’s had two matches on this run and he’s getting this kind of a reaction, so yeah. I think that they, I mean I know people in WWE when this was going down and it was becoming very clear that he was going to AEW instead of WWE. They offered a lot less money, and I know people there who were saying that [Triple H] didn’t realize, he just thought it was one of these great workers, but this guy [Ospreay] has more, as far as complete package, there are very few people when it comes to complete total package.”

    What’s Next For Will Ospreay

    Will Ospreay joined the Don Callis Family, and that was quite a way to book him in the Land of All Elite. Tony Khan will likely have years to book Ospreay from this point on, so he is only getting started.

    Only time will tell if Will Ospreay will ever end up in WWE. At 30 years old, he still has plenty of time to make a decision about his career down the line.

    SEScoops will have more on this story, and so much more, as new developments arise. Keep checking back for more updates and headlines that you need.

  • Daily Drop (3/14): WWE Superstars Sneak Into AEW Big Business, Mercedes Mone Called Out For Ripping Off GUNTHER

    Daily Drop (3/14): WWE Superstars Sneak Into AEW Big Business, Mercedes Mone Called Out For Ripping Off GUNTHER

    Welcome to SEScoops: the Daily Drop, your go-to for the latest news and rumors in wrestling for Thursday, March 14. A lot of things changed in the past 24 hours, including Mercedes Mone’s AEW debut at Big Business.

    Days until WrestleMania 40: 23

    WWE:

    – Minneapolis officially put in a bid to host WrestleMania 41. They have already been rumored to host the show of shows next year at the Vikings US Bank Stadium.

    – Thunderbolt Patterson was announced as an inductee for the 2024 WWE Hall of Fame.

    – WWE is thinking about switching up their start times for premium live events going forward.

    – Bayley, Naomi, and Tamina Snuka were at AEW Big Business last night to see Mercedes Mone’s debut for Tony Khan’s company.

    – Ex WWE Superstar Nic Nemeth joined the cast of Busted Open Radio.

    AEW:

    – Some have called out Mercedes Mone’s AEW theme song for ripping off GUNTHER’S old WWE theme. He even apparently commented on the drama, because there was quite a bit of it.

    – Tony Khan spoke about how much trust he puts into Darby Allin to be safe while performing his incredibly dangerous stunts.

    – The show kept going with Mercedes Mone after AEW Big Business was over last night. You can check out that footage here.

    Upcoming Major Pro Wrestling Events:

    • WWE NXT Stand & Deliver is slated for the afternoon of April 6th, just before the start of WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia.
    • WrestleMania XL is set to take place on April 6th and 7th at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as a two-part event.
    • AEW is coming to St. Louis, MO with AEW: Dynasty LIVE on PPV on Sunday, April 21st at Chaifetz Arena
    • Backlash France is scheduled for May 4th at LDLC Arena in Décines-Charpieu, France.
    • WWE NXT Battleground is booked for May 26th at Enmarket Arena in Savannah, Georgia, exclusively available on the WWE Network and Peacock.
    • WWE Money in the Bank will be held on July 6th at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, followed by WWE NXT Heatwave on July 7th at the same venue.
    • WWE SummerSlam is taking over Cleveland’s Cleveland Browns Stadium on August 3rd.
    • WWE Bash In Berlin is marked for August 31st at Mercedes-Benz Arena in Berlin, Germany.
  • WWE Considering Start-Time Change for Premium Live Events Going Forward

    WWE Considering Start-Time Change for Premium Live Events Going Forward

    WWE’s Premium Live Events could be in line for a massive change if the promotion goes ahead with an idea it has been weighing up.

    The Sports Entertainment juggernaut is considering moving its monthly Premium Live Events to an earlier start time, PW Insider reports. This unclarified earlier start time would affect domestic events and would be the same time that WWE utilized “many years ago.” At this time, there’s not been a decision as to whether an earlier start time will become a permanent fixture. 

    WWE WrestleMania 40 will see a slightly earlier start time on both nights of its broadcast. Next month’s event will take place at 6:30 PM Eastern, instead of the usual start time of 8 PM Eastern. Doors will open at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA at 4:30 PM Eastern. 

    Changes to Premium Live Events

    If WWE goes through with this idea, it’ll hardly be the first time that the company’s biggest events have undergone a dramatic change. It was only until a few years ago that WWE dubbed its events ‘pay-per-views.’ The name was changed to the currently-used ‘Premium Live Events’ given that said events are now almost exclusively streamed instead of the antiquated PPV method. 

    It was also within recent years that WWE moved its pay-per-view events from Sunday evenings to Saturday. Other days that have seen pay-per-views be hosted include Taboo Tuesday in 2004 and 2005, while the early Survivor Series events happened on Thanksgiving Thursday. 

  • The People’s Schedule: What’s Next for The Rock After WWE WrestleMania 40?

    The People’s Schedule: What’s Next for The Rock After WWE WrestleMania 40?

    The Rock will return to the ring next month at WrestleMania 40, but fans may be waiting for some time for his next match after that.

    On WrestleMania 40: Saturday, The Rock & Roman Reigns will face off against Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins in what’ll presumably be the main event. Should The Bloodline win, then the Undisputed WWE Universal title match the next night will be under ‘Bloodline Rules.’ Should Rhodes and Rollins win, there’ll be no Bloodline involvement when Rhodes challenges Reigns on WrestleMania 40: Sunday. 

    What Comes Next?

    While Rock and Reigns are currently allies, there is a belief that the two will face off one day in a match WWE initially intended to have at WrestleMania. It has been reported that WWE are hoping to get the Brahma Bull for the match at their next event in Saudi Arabia. 

    That may prove to be easier said than done thanks to The Rock’s Hollywood career. PW Insider reports that Johnson is poised to begin work on a new project after WrestleMania 40 titled The Smashing Machine. The report adds that casting is underway for a series of supporting characters and that filming is currently scheduled to last from May to August. This will keep Rock out of doing anything physical for WWE. 

    The Smashing Machine

    The Smashing Machine will be produced by The Rock’s Seven Bucks Productions and will focus on the life of UFC fighter Mike Kerr. The film will follow Kerr’s struggle with addiction and fights both in and out of the Octagon. The Rock is set to play Kerr. 

  • Bayley at Big Business: WWE Superstar Spotted During Mercedes Mone’s Boston AEW Debut

    Bayley at Big Business: WWE Superstar Spotted During Mercedes Mone’s Boston AEW Debut

    AEW Big Business went down at the TD Garden in Boston, and there was considerable excitement from the crowd all night. Mercedes Mone’s AEW debut dominated discussions prior to the event, and she had a very close friend who was there for the big night.

    The Big Business show brought a lot of attention and fans in Boston. It seems that Bayley also made the show, and she was spotted during the event.

    Bayley at Big Business

    During the March 13 episode of AEW Dynamite, Mercedes Mone entered the scene, confirming her All Elite status. While her debut had been widely anticipated, her appearance comes as no surprise to many amidst swirling rumors.

    Ahead of the event, rumors circulate about Bayley and Naomi attending to show support for their friend. We’re not sure about Trinity, but Bayley was spotted in the Garden

    WWE Superstar Bayley was indeed spotted at TD Garden, surprising fans all over, but they shouldn’t be too shocked considering their past. While Naomi’s presence remains unconfirmed, considering their past support for Mone, it wouldn’t be unexpected is she was there too.

    It appears that Trinity, Tamina, and Bayley were all there at Big Business. The video from Naomi on Twitter/X was a pretty funny hint that they made the show.

    Connection Between Mercedes Mone & Bayley

    Bayley has said in the past that she begs Mercedes Mone all the time to come back to WWE. That didn’t happen this time around, but you never know what the future holds. At this point, Mone has a multi-year contract with AEW to deal with.

    Mone and Bayley were also at Trinity’s Hard to Kill match in Impact Wrestling. They are known to support each other, even if they aren’t in the same company.

    SEScoops will have a lot more on this story, and so much more, so please keep checking back for future updates.

  • Minneapolis’ U.S. Bank Stadium puts in Bid To Host WrestleMania 41

    Minneapolis’ U.S. Bank Stadium puts in Bid To Host WrestleMania 41

    WrestleMania brings a ton of money to the event every single year. Now, it appears that we know where the grandest stage of them all will be set up in 2025.

    WrestleMania 41 may have a venue announcement soon enough. Minneapolis has reportedly submitted their bid to host the 41st annual show of shows.

    Minneapolis Looking for WrestleMania 41

    Minnesota officially submitted its bid to host WrestleMania 41, as reported by The Star Tribune. The proposed venue for the event would be U.S. Bank Stadium. MNSE’s president and CEO, Wendy Blackshaw, expresses optimism, stating, “We are hopeful, and I hope we get it. It would be amazing.”

    It was first reported by Sean Ross Sapp in July 2023 that Minneapolis has been heavily discussed within WWE as a potential location for WrestleMania 41 in 2025. The city planners of Minneapolis had leaked this information to local media, but WWE officials confirmed that Minneapolis was just one of several cities expressing interest.

    Expected WrestleMania 41 Venue

    U.S. Bank Stadium is favored as the venue due to its capacity and climate-controlled dome, unlike Target Field, which may face weather-related challenges. Despite previous leaks jeopardizing Minneapolis’ chance to host WrestleMania in the past, WWE views U.S. Bank Stadium as a top-tier venue for such events.

    Last week, it was also strongly hinted at during a committee hearing that Minnesota may land WrestleMania. The show of shows was not revealed, but it was said that the event in question is second-biggest only to the Super Bowl.

    SEScoops will have plenty of updates on this story as additional information is made known. The road to WrestleMania is always exciting, and that may include announcing the destination for next year’s showcase of the immortals.

  • Jerry ‘The King Lawler Set to Appear At 3/15 Episode of SmackDown

    One of the most decorated champions in wrestling will be at this Friday’s SmackDown when the blue brand comes to Memphis, TN. 

    Memphis’ own Jerry ‘The King’ Lawler is set to appear on this Friday’s edition of WWE SmackDown, PW Insider reports. Lawler recently pulled out of an appearance in new York City originally set for Saturday, March 16.

    Lawler, a WWE Hall of Famer, last appeared for WWE during the August 28, 2023, episode of WWE Monday Night RAW. Lawler did not appear on screen though, as his segment saw him brought out by Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens during a commercial break. It is unclear if Lawler’s appearance at SmackDown will be broadcast or solely for his fellow Memphis residents to see. 

    WWE SmackDown – March 15

    This week’s SmackDown will see more than just an appearance by Jerry ‘The King’ Lawler. The show will also see The Rock make an appearance as part of his recent heel run. It is believed that the Great One will host a ‘Rock Concert’ during the episode. 

    This Friday’s SmackDown will also see Bayley seek to gain a measure of revenge on Dakota Kai. The Kiwi Superstar turned on Bayley last week, reaffirming her role as part of Damage CTRL. Tis week’s show will also see the first of a series of qualifying tag-team matches. The winners will be part of the six-pack Undisputed Tag Title Ladder Match at WrestleMania 40. 

  • Thunderbolt Patterson Added to WWE Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024

    Thunderbolt Patterson Added to WWE Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024

    Thunderbolt Patterson, an influential though often overlooked name in wrestling, will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on the eve of WrestleMania 40. He will be inducted on Friday, April 5, following that evening’s episode of WWE SmackDown. 

    Patterson began his wrestling career by moving to Texas and working with Dory Funk Sr. (father of WWE Hall of Famers Dory Funk Jr. and Terry Funk.) His dedication to wrestling saw him move far from his home in Iowa.

    Patterson immediately captivated audiences with his interviews that featured a delivery reminiscent of Black Southern church pastors. It was this charisma that his contemporary Virgil Runnels would take inspiration from, transforming the son of a plumber into the ‘American Dream’ Dusty Rhodes. 

    In the ring, Patterson faced legends including Bruiser Brody and WWE Hall of Famer The Sheik. He was also an accomplished tag-team wrestler and was an ally of the late Ole Anderson. The two would eventually split and their brutal rivalry would serve as a catalyst for the launch of the legendary Four Horseman. 

    Behind the scenes, Patterson was vocal about supporting his fellow wrestlers and ensuring fair treatment. He spoke openly about ensuring the health and safety for wrestlers and was also vocal against racial discrimination in the industry. 

    WWE Hall of Fame 2024

    Thunderbolt Patterson is the fifth name confirmed for this year’s class of the WWE Hall of Fame.

    Earlier this month, Paul Heyman was announced as an inductee after turning down the honor in the past. More recently, Bull Nakano was announced as a WWE Hall of Fame inductee. The Japanese star is a former WWE Women’s Champion and is currently the commissioner for the all-women’s Sukeban promotion. 

    The US Express will be inducted this year, the only tag team to have received the nod so far. Boxing icon Muhammad Ali will be posthumously inducted on April 5. 

  • Daily Drop (3/13): John Cena WrestleMania Update, Another AEW Debut

    Welcome to SEScoops: the Daily Drop, your go-to for the latest news and rumors in wrestling for Wednesday, March 13. A lot of things changed in the past 24 hours, so let’s take a look.

    Days until WrestleMania 40: 24

    Tonight is AEW Dynamite Big Business, and AEW fans are expecting Mercedes Mone’s debut for the company. That being said, expect updates as we get closer to the big Boston show, and afterward.

    WWE:

    – John Cena is not locked in for WrestleMania 40 yet. I was told that they are still working on him. For what it’s worth, James Gunn said that Peacemaker season 2 is slated for the summer, so that probably won’t affect Mania. We will have to see what they can work out.

    – WWE confirmed that SummerSlam 2024 is coming to Cleveland on August 3rd at the Cleveland Browns Stadium.

    – The March 11th episode of Monday Night RAW attracted 1.751 million viewers, showing growth from the previous week’s viewership of 1,649,000. Additionally, this week’s show achieved a 0.56 rating in the highly coveted 18-49 demographic, up from last week’s rating of 0.54.

    – While making the big SummerSlam announcement, Logan Paul also said that Dave Chappelle, and so many more, will be at the biggest party of the summer in Cleveland. 

    – Trick Williams seemingly confirmed his relationship with Lash Legend during WWE NXT this week in a very public way.

    – KSI strangely called himself the Next Shane McMahon. So, take that for what it’s worth.

    – Odds are, Gigi Dolin’s character on WWE NXT is about to go through a bit of a change.

    – John Cena said he is retiring from in-ring competition at 50-years-old.

    WWE NXT 2024 Stand & Deliver Card (So Far):

    • Ilja Dragunov (c) vs. Tony D’Angelo – Singles match for the NXT Championship
    • Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker (c) vs. Tournament Winners – Tag team match for the NXT Tag Team Championship
    • Carmelo Hayes vs Trick Williams

    AEW:

    – As expected, Mercedes Mone has arrived in Boston ahead of AEW Dynamite this week.

    – Shelton Benjamin reacted to the reports that he’s talking to AEW. He didn’t say no, but he also didn’t 100% confirm it. Odds are, the former Hurt Business member will find his way to the Land of All Elite.

    – CJ Perry said that social media has really been getting her down since the Miro split.

    – AEW star Buddy Matthews was shown during WWE RAW alongside Rhea Ripley at UFC 299. They did not name him, but Pat McAfee did ask who Ripley was with. Michael Cole just carried on with the show instead of addressing the former WWE Superstar in the photo.

    – During SXSW, Bryan Danielson made it clear that he doesn’t want to win the AEW World Title. He said, ”I’ve had some people ask me or say things to me like, ‘Oh Bryan, you should be champion or you should’ve been champion’ or you should’ve this or you should’ve that and the reality is to me, no, the champions that we’ve had have been great. Hangman (Adam Page) was a great champion, MJF was a great champion and it elevated these younger people to where now these people are stars and you put Hangman on TV now and he draws a rating. You put MJF on TV, he draws a rating. It would be easy to just take stars of the past and make them your champion and make them your top guy. That’s the easy way. It’s much harder to take somebody like MJF who hadn’t been on national television and turn him into a star that draws ratings… That was my bigger goal is to transfer stardom from one generation to another.”

    – Sting’s first post-AEW retirement appearance will go down at Galaxy Con on March 16th,

    AEW Dynamite Big Business 3/13 Card:

    • AEW World Championship: Samoa Joe (c) vs. Wardlow
    • The New Elite vs. Pac, Penta, and Eddie Kingston
    • Darby Allin vs. Jay White
    • Chris Jericho and Hook vs Gates of Agony
    • Willow Nightingale vs. Riho, marking
    • Mercedes Mone’s Expected AEW Debut in Boston

    Upcoming Major Pro Wrestling Events:

    • AEW Dynamite: Big Business will be hosted at Boston’s TD Garden on March 13th.
    • WWE NXT Stand & Deliver is slated for the afternoon of April 6th, just before the start of WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia.
    • WrestleMania XL is set to take place on April 6th and 7th at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as a two-part event.
    • AEW is coming to St. Louis, MO with AEW: Dynasty LIVE on PPV on Sunday, April 21st at Chaifetz Arena
    • Backlash France is scheduled for May 4th at LDLC Arena in Décines-Charpieu, France.
    • WWE NXT Battleground is booked for May 26th at Enmarket Arena in Savannah, Georgia, exclusively available on the WWE Network and Peacock.
    • WWE Money in the Bank will be held on July 6th at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, followed by WWE NXT Heatwave on July 7th at the same venue.
    • WWE SummerSlam is taking over Cleveland’s Cleveland Browns Stadium on August 3rd.
    • WWE Bash In Berlin is marked for August 31st at Mercedes-Benz Arena in Berlin, Germany.
  • Alexa Bliss Responds To A Fan Asking Her Thoughts On Mercedes Mone

    Alexa Bliss Responds To A Fan Asking Her Thoughts On Mercedes Mone

    WWE star Alexa Bliss was recently asked about Mercedes Mone (formerly Sasha Banks in WWE) and ‘The Goddess’ had nothing but praise for the former NJPW star.

    Alexa Bliss and former IWGP Women’s Champion Mercedes Mone have a fair share of history and their rivalry stemmed from their days in NXT. The duo have presented several memorable matches and their rivalry remains to be one of the best chapters in the company. Going back and forth on multiple occasions, Mercedes Mone has certainly earned Bliss’ respect.

    Alexa Bliss recently held a Q&A session on Twitter/X and she was asked about her former rival in WWE, Mercedes Mone, who departed WWE in 2022 due to issues with the creative team.

    Alexa Bliss comments on Mercedes Mone

    One of the fans asked Alexa Bliss to share her thoughts on the former Sasha Banks and she responded with a two-worded answer. 

    Here is what Alexa Bliss said:

    “Very talented”

    Mercedes Mone has been the talk of the town ahead of the highly expected debut in AEW tonight. Last month, AEW President Tony Khan had announced that on March 13, AEW Dynamite will take place at the TD Garden in Boston, MA. Fans have since speculated that the location and the show’s name being dubbed “Big Business” could mean that Mercedes Mone will make her debut at the show.

    Fans are eagerly waiting for tonight’s ‘Big Business’ edition of AEW Dynamite and we will have to wait and see how it goes down in her hometown.

  • Ex-WWE Star Cinta de Oro Felt “Naked” After Being Forced to Unmask in 2011

    Cinta de Oro was no fan of being forced to unmask in 2011 and has admitted that he felt ‘naked’ when said unmasking happened in WWE. 

    De Oro is known for his WWE run as Sin Cara, but he was the second Superstar to don the mask and name. De Oro became Sin Cara after the original man behind the mask, known as Mistico in CMLL, was suspended for 30 days for violating WWE’s Wellness Policy. 

    Feeling Naked

    Later that same year, the first Sin Cara confronted de Oro’s imposter version, with the pair being dubbed Sin Cara Azul (Mistico) and Sin Cara Negro (de Oro.) This feud culminated with a Mask Vs. Mask match on a Mexico City edition of SmackDown in which de Oro lost.

    Sitting down with Sportskeeda’s Wrestle Binge podcast, de Oro recalled being told of his unmasking and how upset he was at the time. 

    “I was very devastated because I had never wrestled without a mask in my career… Without a mask, I felt like I was naked. I didn’t feel it was me.”

    Time as a Lucha Dragon

    Ironically, Cinta de Oro would re-mask years later after the original Sin Cara was released by WWE but the promotion wanted to keep the character going. By 2014, he was part of the Lucha Dragons and would capture the NXT Tag Team Championships with Kalisto that same year. In the interview though, de Oro shared his honest take on being a Lucha Dragon. 

    “I used to hate when they would tell me to do this (mimics Lucha chants). I felt like I was a cheerleader… But then as the crowd started loving it, then you become part of it.”

    Eventually, de Oro’s time with WWE would come to an end in 2019 after he asked for his release. That same year, he would return to Mexico to compete for AAA. 

  • “That’s A Wrestler!” Booker T Praises John Cena’s ‘Nude’ Oscars Stunt in the Name of Entertainment

    “That’s A Wrestler!” Booker T Praises John Cena’s ‘Nude’ Oscars Stunt in the Name of Entertainment

    John Cena proved the lengths he’ll go to entertain with his viral appearance the 2024 Oscars, according to his friend and former rival Booker T. 

    At this year’s Academy Awards, Cena was on-hand to present the award for ‘Best Costume’ alongside Jimmy Kimmel. In a throwback to the 1974 ceremony that saw a streaker interrupt a speech by David Niven, Cena appeared in the ‘nude’ and covered his unmentionables with a large envelope. 

    Of course, Cena wasn’t actually nude at the Oscars, despite what some may believe. Backstage photos have revealed he wore skin-colored trunks to give the illusion of nudity. 

    John Cena at the Oscars

    Cena’s performance at the Oscars immediately went viral with people from both in and out of wrestling weighing in. Addressing what happened in Tinseltown during the latest episode of his Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T said it demonstrated how willing John is to entertain. 

    “That was risky, but it just goes to show you how far we have come and how far John is willing to go to entertain. That’s all. That’s all it is. That’s a wrestler, doing something like that. Wrestlers gonna put themselves out there.”

    What’s Next? 

    John is hoping to appear (clothed no less!) at WrestleMania 40 when the Showcase of the Immortals comes to Philadelphia, PA next month. The show will be the fifth-annual two-night WrestleMania, a tradition which began thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. As of right now, there have not been any publicly confirmed plans for the 16-time WWE World Champion. 

    H/T – Fightful

  • The Next Shane McMahon? KSI Ready to Do Much More After RKO from Randy Orton

    The Next Shane McMahon? KSI Ready to Do Much More After RKO from Randy Orton

    KSI may have been left aching after appearing on last week’s SmackDown, but that won’t stop him from getting back on WWE programming. 

    During last week’s episode of SmackDown, Logan Paul and KSI announced that PRIME Energy will sponsor the ring mat of all WWE premium live events. This unprecedented move in WWE will begin with next month’s WrestleMania 40 event in Philadelphia, PA. 

    The PRIME Energy co-founders were interrupted by Randy Orton, who many expect will challenge the U.S. Champion at WrestleMania. While Paul escaped the RKO attempt, KSI was less lucky and was hit with the move before being dragged onto the PRIME logo. 

    KSI Ready to Return to WWE

    On the most recent edition of the ImPaulsive podcast, KSI spoke about taking the RKO from WWE’s Legend Killer. 

    “Honestly, one of the best things I’ve ever done in my life… My nose is smushed, my lip got cut up. The inside of my lip is destroyed from my teeth slamming into his bicep.”

    KSI was certainly hurting after his run-in with Randy Orton but is hoping to do much more as part of WWE programming. 

     “I like to see myself as the Shane McMahon of WWE. I don’t mind getting a Stone Cold Stunner. I just want one suplex.”

    KSI in WWE

    KSI’s unfortunate appearance on SmackDown is not the only time he was left hurting at a WWE event. At WrestleMania 39, KSI, dressed as a PRIME bottle, attempted to help Logan Paul during his match with Seth Rollins. Things backfired when Rollins would pull KSI onto the announce table and Paul, who had lept from the top turnbuckle when Seth had been prone, crashed into his friend and business partner. 

    After that appearance, KSI teased challenging Bobby Lashley, which earned a response from the All Mighty former WWE Champion. KSI’s involvement in WWE is somewhat ironic, given that early into his YouTube career, his WWE video game playthroughs proved some of his most popular content. 

    H/T – Fightful

  • Public Display of Affection: Trick Williams & Lash Legend Seemingly Confirm Relationship During WWE NXT

    Public Display of Affection: Trick Williams & Lash Legend Seemingly Confirm Relationship During WWE NXT

    Trick Williams took the ring to close out the March 12 episode of WWE NXT. He got a lot of things accomplished in the process.

    Williams and Carmelo Hayes’ feud has come to a head. Things are physical now, and there will be a brutal match at Stand & Deliver. Before the big event, Williams also had to take care of a personal matter.

    WWE NXT’s Closing Segment This Week

    Noam Dar and the Meta Four came out and interrupted Trick in the middle of his promo, where he challenged Hayes to a match at Stand & Deliver. Dar said that he and Williams have something in common, because they both lost something close to them at Roadblock.

    While Dar lost his Heritage Cup, Williams lost Carmelo Hayes. Then things took a turn when the Meta Four got on the apron.

    Trick Williams made a comment about being the hottest talent in NXT, and then made a point to say that Lash Legend was giving him the eyes. Suddenly, the Meta Four took to the ring, and Williams got to work.

    After dispatching of Noam Dar and Oro Mensah, William grabbed Lash Legend, and then he held her in his arms. They locked eyes, and then they locked lips in a very sensual way.

    This action was likely confirming their real-life relationship. The two NXT Superstars have been spotted in public together for the past few months. Many fans were under the impression that they coupled up.

    It appears that Trick Williams was able to confirm this rumor about his personal life while booking a match against Carmelo Hayes for NXT Stand & Deliver.

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    What’s Next For Trick Williams

    Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes will do battle at NXT Stand & Deliver. It appears that Williams may face Noam Dar on NXT next week, but his eyes will still be set for WrestleMania weekend.

    SEScoops will have more on the stories you need on the road to WrestleMania. Keep checking back for more updates and headlines.

    WWE NXT 2024 Stand & Deliver Card (So Far):

    • Ilja Dragunov (c) vs. Tony D’Angelo – Singles match for the NXT Championship
    • Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker (c) vs. Tournament Winners – Tag team match for the NXT Tag Team Championship
    • Carmelo Hayes vs Trick Williams