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  • Seth Rollins Mocks The Rock For Recent Peculiar Comments Ahead Of Elimination Chamber 2024

    Seth Rollins Mocks The Rock For Recent Peculiar Comments Ahead Of Elimination Chamber 2024

    The war of words has been ongoing between Seth Rollins and The Rock after their altercation at the WWE WrestleMania 40 Press Conference. It all started when Cody Rhodes chose to challenge Roman Reigns for his title at the ‘Grandest Stage Of Them All’ against the Hollywood star’s wishes. This was After The Rock slapped Rhodes and aligned himself with the Bloodline, while Rollins decided to side with the “The American Nightmare.’ 

    Rhodes and Rollins are set to be in a talk show segment with Grayson Waller at WWE Elimination Chamber in Perth, Australia, on February 24. Rhodes has yet to accept Rollins’s help to go against the Bloodline, but that may change at the premium live event. Regardless, that hasn’t stopped The Rock from taking jabs at the ‘babyfaces.’

    In a video on Twitter promoting WWE Elimination Chamber on February 24, The Rock praised Waller and acknowledged that he won’t be at the event. He also took another shot at Rollins and Rhodes, which some fans have felt were dated. 

    “…Here’s the bullsh*t that happening now down in Australia. Cody Rhodes and his little girlfriend, Seth Rollins, are going to go on the Waller Effect,” said The Rock.

    He then warned both of them not to mention him or that he would come to Australia to slap them. The Hollywood star also kept referring to Rollins as Rhodes’s “Little Girlfriend.” 

    The Rock’s choice of words has left some wrestling fans feeling that he is out of touch, and Rollins has clapped back at him and Reigns. 

    Seth Rollins Delivers Creative Response To The Rock & Calls Out Roman Reigns 

    In response to The Rock, Rollins reposted an article about his comments on Twitter and replied with a popular GIF to symbolize that he’s old. Rollins also decided to call out Roman Reigns at the WWE Elimination Chamber Press Event on February 22. 

    One of Rollins’s gripes with Reigns is his lack of appearances for WWE events. The WWE Champion is not advertised for WWE Elimination Chamber and doesn’t seem like he will appear on the show. A fan chanted Reign’s name during the Rollins segment at the press event, to which the WWE World Heavyweight Champion chose to highlight Reign’s absence. 

    “…He(Reigns) isn’t coming, sorry,” said Rollins. He laughed briefly and continued, “Come on, that’s kind of his M.O. He don’t show up, you know what I mean.”

    It doesn’t seem like the back-and-forth between these two factions will stop anytime soon. After WWE Elimination Chamber, it could be clear what the creative direction will be for them as the “Road To WrestleMania” continues. 

  • Randy Orton Feels He’s In Prime of His Career Post-Surgery

    Randy Orton Feels He’s In Prime of His Career Post-Surgery

    WWE Superstar Randy Orton believes he’s currently in the prime of his career, even after being in the business for more than two decades.

    Randy Orton, one of the greatest superstars in WWE, boasts multiple championships and accolades. As a 14-time world champion, he has cemented his legacy as a mainstay in WWE history. Orton’s unparalleled talent, combined with his ability to evolve with the industry, solidifies his status as one of WWE’s most decorated superstars. 

    Over the years ‘The Viper’ has dealt with his several injuries which have put him on the shelf for months at a time but made his return every time. However, he underwent back surgery in the summer of 2022 which put his wrestling future up in the air. The procedure was serious enough that retirement seemed to be a possibility. But, he managed to battle through it and made a triumphant return at WWE Survivor Series last year.

    Randy Orton:  I’m smack-dab in the middle of my prime 

    Randy Orton recently joined in for an interview with Bleacher Report and spoke about the possibly considering retirement prior to the surgery. MRI results showed that there was an good amount of degeneration in his back as well as stenosis on the lower spine and slipped disc. 

    He concluded that no shot was going to help him and that spinal fusion was his only option.
    Orton also revealed that he dealt with persistent pain after damaging his back in the ring between 2010 and 2020. Here is what he said:

    “The surgery was a success. I put on 30 pounds of muscle, purely because of my change in diet and the fact that I was able to train differently and areas I had to leave alone for such a long time. My body really reacted. I feel, at 275 pounds, I’m the weight that I should be, so I feel great now.

    I feel like I got a new lease on life that, at 43, I can honestly say I’m smack-dab in the middle of my prime. Some people might roll their eyes at that statement after 24 years in the business, but that’s how I feel. Never in my 30s was I feeling this durable or as pain-free as am I now. I’ve got a new outlook and I don’t want to take a second for granted because I realized how quickly it can all be taken away because it almost was.”

    Randy Orton is set to compete against Drew McIntyre, Bobby Lashley, LA Knight, Kevin Owens and Logan Paul in the Elimination Chamber match for a World Heavyweight Championship match at WrestleMania 40.

    The 2024 Elimination Chamber event will take place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Optus Stadium in the Perth, Australia. The show will start at 5:00 AM EST, and keep an eye on SEScoops for the coverage of the show.

  • Indi Hartwell & Candice LeRae vs. Kabuki Warriors Added To WWE Elimination Chamber

    Indi Hartwell & Candice LeRae vs. Kabuki Warriors Added To WWE Elimination Chamber

    WWE superstar Indi Hartwell has been hoping to be on the WWE Elimination Chamber card since it was announced last year. It’s the first premium live event in Australia since 2018 and is Hartwell’s home country. The ‘Aussie’ native wanted to be in the Women’s Elimination Chamber match but could not qualify. However, WWE has decided to put her in a tag team contest to add her to the show. 

    During the WWE Elimination Chamber Press Event, the company announced that Hartwell and Candice LeRae will challenge the Kabuki Warriors(Asuka & Kairi Sane) for the Women’s Tag Team Championship. It will occur on the PLE kick-off on February 24, starting at 4 AM ET/1 AM PT. 

    Candice LeRae & Indi Hartwell vs. Kabuki Warriors

    The matchup will mark Hartwell and LeRae’s first opportunity to challenge for the Women’s Tag Team Championship. They have tried to qualify twice for a chance but were unsuccessful. Their last attempt to become contenders was on the November 11, 2023, WWE Monday Night Raw episode, where they lost a Tag Team Fatal Four-Way Match to Natalya & Tegan Nox. 

    WWE allowing the ‘Babyface’ team to challenge for the titles is also a great way to showcase their ability. They have struggled to maintain a consistent winning streak in the women’s tag division, but an impressive performance could get them featured more on TV. 

    That said, the Kabuki Warriors are seemingly the favorites to retain their titles at WWE Elimination Chamber this Saturday. 

    More On Indi Hartwell & Candice LeRae vs. The Kabuki Warriors At WWE Elimination Chamber 

    Although they are fresh in their title reign, the Kabuki Warriors could be holding the titles heading into WWE WrestleMania 40 this April. 

    They won the Women’s Tag Team Championship by defeating Katana Chance & Kayden Carter on the January 26 episode of WWE Friday Night Smackdown. The ‘Heel’ team also followed up with a successful title defense against Chance and Carter two weeks later on WWE Monday Night Raw.

    Asuka and Sane seemingly have momentum on their side, making it unlikely the company would have them drop the titles at WWE Elimination Chamber. However, this Saturday is a moment for Hartwell and LeRae to perform on a big stage. Although they may not win, they could steal the show and create demand for another title opportunity in the future. 

    For Hartwell personally, she has a chance to live her dream and perform in front of close to 50,000 Australian fans. 

  • Real-Life Pirates Affected Elimination Chamber Cage’s Journey To Perth

    Real-Life Pirates Affected Elimination Chamber Cage’s Journey To Perth

    Believe it or not, actual pirates are the reason why the WWE Elimination Chamber cage had to change course during its journey to Perth, Australia.

    The WWE Elimination Chamber Press Event took place at the Optus Stadium in Perth on February 23. It featured names such as the company’s Chief Content Officer Triple H, Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley, World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins, Kevin Owens, Randy Orton, Grayson Waller, United States Champion Logan Paul, and more.

    Michael Cole revealed to the Australian crowd at the event that the Elimination Chamber structure had to go through its own trials and tribulations to make it Perth.

    “A structure which took over a month to get here,” Cole said. “Originally it was supposed to ship through the Suez Canal, but pirates ended those plans. So it was sent to Miami, transported via truck to Los Angeles, taken by ship to Sydney, and then by train to Perth.”

    It fortunately did manage to get to the city in time, and we will see it at Elimination Chamber: Perth PLE this weekend.

    RELATED: Triple H Meets With Impressive Tryout Athletes Ahead Of WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth

    Elsewhere at the Press Event, Logan Paul got into an altercation with Kevin Owens after the two exchanged some heated words. Randy Orton and Triple H had to separate the two.

    The Press Event concluded with a shoey from Waller and Ripley. For the uninitiated, a “shoey” is a popular practice in Australia where you drink liquid from a shoe. The two native stars honored the tradition in front of a delighted Australian crowd by downing a couple of beers from their shoes.

  • Becky Lynch On Past Legal Disputes With Ric Flair Over ‘The Man’: It’s Above My Pay Grade’

    Becky Lynch On Past Legal Disputes With Ric Flair Over ‘The Man’: It’s Above My Pay Grade’

    Becky Lynch says Ric Flair’s legal threats over The Man nickname were ‘above her pay grade’

    The former Women’s World Champion and her husband Seth Rollins have been making media rounds to promote Saturday’s Elimination Chamber PPV from Perth.

    They recently stopped by Nathan, Nat and Shaun podcast and during the conversation, Becky Lynch was asked about her past troubles with the WWE Hall of Famer over the shared nickname. Lynch explained that Flair used The Man as a catchphrase but it was never really something he was known as:

    “It was never really the man with Flair. He just said, to be the man you got to beat the man. He was The Nature Boy; I am The Man.” 

    Becky Lynch On Ric Flair’s Legal Threats

    The tensions originally started when Becky started using The Man gimmick during her feud with Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair in 2018.

    Ric who owns the trademark for the phrase ‘To Be A Man’ thought that the catchphrase was too close to it. The wrestling veteran threatened the company with legal action over it before the two sides came to an agreement.

    When asked about the legal threats and how things were settled, Becky Lynch said that it was something above her pay grade. According to her, she is just happy still being able to call herself The Man:

    “Didn’t come at me personally. Yeah, it’s above my pay grade. I just am happy still being The Man. I don’t know what happened. I am just The Man. I just go around telling everybody I’m the man and proving that I’m The Man. That’s all that I need to worry about.”

    Things between Becky Lynch and Ric Flair have been settled on a personal level as well since then. Flair had revealed that he had an hour-long discussion with Triple H at Raw’s Thirtieth Anniversary special resolving many issues. The 16-time world champion also apologized to Becky and Seth backstage at the show.

    Becky Lynch will be stepping inside The Elimination Chamber at the namesake PPV this Saturday with 5 other women. She will be hoping to win the match to earn a WrestleMania title shot against Rhea Ripley.  

    If you use any quotes from the article please credit SEScoops with an H/t for transcription

  • Watch: Grayson Waller & Rhea Ripley End WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth Press Conference with Shoey

    Watch: Grayson Waller & Rhea Ripley End WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth Press Conference with Shoey

    Australia’s own Grayson Waller & Rhea Ripley capped off the WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth press conference with some homegrown fun known as ‘Shoey.’

    The February 24, Premium Live Event will be WWE’s first PLE in Australia since 2018. Understandably, the excitement in Perth is at a fever pitch ahead of tomorrow’s show. The show will feature two Elimination Chamber matches, both with WrestleMania-sized repercussions.  

    Shoey Fun

    In the closing moments of the WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth press conference, Rhea Ripley and Grayson Waller helped pump up the fans for tomorrow’s event. The pair decided to end the event with an Australian tradition, that being Shoey. The pair drank a couple of beers from shoes, much to the delight of the fans. 

    https://twitter.com/WWE/status/1760894170577744134

    What is Shoey? 

    Shoey is a tradition of drinking from a shoe, which has historically been seen as a celebration of good fortune. This concept dates as far back as the Middle Ages. This isn’t the first Shoey in WWE history. After his victory in the Iron Survivor Challenge at NXT Deadline 2022, Waller celebrated his win with a Shoey. 

    What’s Next? 

    Grayson Waller and Rhea Ripley will both have significant roles at WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth. Ripley will defend her Women’s World Championship against Nia Jax and will no doubt receive a huge ovation from her fellow Aussies. 

    As for Waller, he will host his Grayson Waller Effect with Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes as his guests. The World Heavyweight Champion and the 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble winner recently formed an uneasy pact against the might of The Bloodline, which recently officially welcomed The Rock into its ranks. 

    WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth

    Here is the card for WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth as it currently stands:

    • Kick-off Show: The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) (c) vs. Indi Hartwell and Candice LeRae (WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships)
    • The Judgment Day (Finn Bálor and Damian Priest) (c) vs. New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate) (Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships)
    • Becky Lynch vs. Bianca Belair vs. Liv Morgan vs. Tiffany Stratton vs. Naomi vs. Raquel Rodriguez (Elimination Chamber Match for a WWE Women’s World Championship match at WWE WrestleMania 40)
    • Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Nia Jax (WWE Women’s World Championship)
    • Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton vs. Bobby Lashley vs. LA Knight vs. Kevin Owens vs. Logan Paul (Elimination Chamber Match for a WWE World Heavyweight Championship match at WWE WrestleMania 40)
  • John Cena Spotted At WWE Performance Center Today

    John Cena Spotted At WWE Performance Center Today

    It was a big day for John Cena. Not only did he open his first OnlyFans page, but he was apparently at the WWE Performance Center today. A selfie with Charlotte Flair, who is out of action with an injury, seems to have given that away.

    John Cena Spotted At The WWE Performance Center

    John Cena and Charlotte Flair were both spotted together at the WWE Performance Center. This takes place during a time when they are both on a hiatus from the company.

    Cena left WWE after WWE Crown Jewel, because Hollywood’s SAG-AFTRA Strike ended. That left a door open for him to return to his real job, which is a movie star. He’s been working hard, making interview rounds, as he recently dropped by the Howard Stern show with an explosive interview.

    Charlotte Flair has been out of action for a couple of months with a knee injury. She will be on the shelf for several more months, but The Queen apparently took a drive to the WWE Performance Center today.

    Recently, Flair posted a photo on her Instagram alongside Cena, taken at ringside in the Capitol Wrestling Centre, and the NXT logo was visible in the background.

    “Went for a drive today!?? @johncena.”

    https://www.instagram.com/p/p:C3qo7IFM0dq

    What’s Next

    Given that the CWC is housed within the WWE Performance Center, Flair’s visit could have been part of her rehabilitation from a knee injury or for other reasons. She is working hard on her comeback, and odds are she will be back as soon as possible.

    Cena has previously expressed his interest in visiting the Performance Center to observe talent, and he’s a mentor as well. You also never know if he could be gearing up for some sort of huge surprise on the road to WrestleMania XL.

    While Flair is sidelined from WrestleMania 40 due to her injury, Cena’s participation in the Mania event remains uncertain. Fans will have to wait to see if The Champ will appear in Philadelphia or not. SEScoops will have more information on this story as it is available. 

  • “I’d Have Done The Same Thing” – Cody Rhodes Has No Heat With Triple H Over Throne Destruction

    “I’d Have Done The Same Thing” – Cody Rhodes Has No Heat With Triple H Over Throne Destruction

    WWE superstar Cody Rhodes has officially called his shot for a rematch against WWE Champion Roman Reigns at the ‘The Grandest Stage Of The All.’ After a grueling year, Rhodes won the Men’s Royal Rumble on January 27 to headline WWE WrestleMania 40 for the second time. 

    Wrestling fans have jokingly believed Rhodes’s hardship in 2023 could have been because he smashed a throne in All Elite Wrestling to mock Triple H in 2019. However, the WWE Hall of Famer has revealed that it entertained him. 

    On February 21, Triple H appeared on the Allan and Carly Podcast to share his thoughts on Rhodes smashing a throne in AEW. Contrary to fans’ belief, he admitted that he was fine with it happening. 

    SEScoops’ Anutosh Bajpai transcribed the following quotes. 

    “I laughed about it then. You know, people make that stuff out to be so much more than it is to me. If I was in his shoes, I’d have done the same thing,” said Triple H.

    The former WWE Champion then pivoted to discussing his relationship with Rhodes and his father. 

    “…I watched Cody go from being a kid in this business, and I don’t mean that as disrespectful. He’s just literally a kid. His dad was in some way a mentor to me. We started NXT together. He was a big part of that system. I learned a lot from Dusty. Sort of sitting under his learning tree as well,” said Triple H. He continued, “We had a wonderful partnership. To see him grow from literally this kid to coming in trying to find his way in the buisness and come out of his dad’s shadow which was monumental.”

    Triple H On Cody Rhodes’s Journey Outside Of WWE

    On the podcast, Triple H spoke briefly about Rhodes’s journey outside the company. The former WWE superstar spoke highly of ‘The American Nightmare’ choice to gamble on himself and become a superstar on his own. 

    “… It wasn’t about where he went, it was about the journey. It was about him going and finding himself and proving to himself that he could stand outside of his father’s shadow. It wasn’t this machine trying to make him his dad’s kid or anything else. It was finding himself. And he did that to the point where he was, and he says this thing, to where he was undeniable,” said Triple H.

    Rhodes has the opportunity at WWE WrestleMania 40 to make his journey full circle and win the WWE Championship. He has a tough task ahead of him with Reigns aligning himself with The Rock. However, WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins has offered to help Rhodes and fans will have to see if he’ll accept it, potentially at WWE Elimination Chamber on February 24. 

  • John Cena Joins OnlyFans: Free Access, “Like You’ve Never Seen Me Before”

    John Cena Joins OnlyFans: Free Access, “Like You’ve Never Seen Me Before”

    John Cena has been seen on WWE stages all around the world, and he is a box office heavyweight at this point. Now, the 16x World Champion can be seen on OnlyFans, but it’s in a very interesting way.

    Cena is on OnlyFans

    Cena has been in many movies over the years with various promotional tactics. His upcoming film Ricky Stanicky looks like a great R-Rated comedy, and they are taking to OnlyFans to promote the movie.

    John Cena took to Twitter/X, where he had a big announcement to make. He’s on OnlyFans now, and the link was in his bio.

    …like you’ve never seen me before. Subscribe at the link in bio. @onlyfans

    The OnlyFans page is not for Cena, but his character, Ricky Stanicky. It is also free to subscribe and currently features a short movie of Cena licking a dirty cardboard box on the ground. He’s also wearing a dress in the video. Yes, 2024 is a very interesting time to be alive.

    What is Ricky Stanicky?

    Ricky Stanicky is an upcoming movie featuring John Cena, Zac Efron, Andrew Santino, and Anja Savcic. The story revolves around an imaginary friend named Ricky Stanicky who comes to life. Cena plays Ricky Stanicky in the flick.

    Three childhood friends created Ricky Stanicky twenty years ago and still use him as an excuse for their immature behavior. When their partners become suspicious and insist on meeting Ricky, the friends hire washed-up actor Rod to impersonate him. However, Rod’s portrayal goes too far, causing the friends to regret ever inventing Ricky in the first place.

    We will have to see how this movie does, but it will be available on Amazon Prime on March 7th.

  • Booker T Wants To See More Of Jade Cargill, Pitches Her For WrestleMania 40

    Booker T Wants To See More Of Jade Cargill, Pitches Her For WrestleMania 40

    WWE fans are waiting in anticipation for Jade Cargill’s next match for the company. She made her in-ring debut in the Women’s Royal Rumble Match on January 27, where she impressed many with her performance. Although she didn’t win, it had fans buzzing about her future in the company. However, WWE is taking it slow in showcasing her more in-ring. 

    Since the WWE Royal Rumble, the newly signed WWE superstar has appeared on WWE Monday Night Raw and Friday Night Smackdown. Cargill’s current storyline is that she is trying to decide what brand she wants to sign with. 

    On the February 16 episode of WWE Friday Night Smackdown, Cagill seemingly hinted at not wanting to sign with the brand and looked annoyed by the lack of attention. 

    Although the company features her on TV, Booker T has spoken openly about wanting to see her in the ring soon. On his podcast Hall of Fame, the WWE legend was asked by a fan what brand he believes Cargill will sign with and if she could have her singles debut at WWE WrestleMania 40 in April. 

     Booker T responded that he wanted to see her in the ring more and wouldn’t mind WWE using her like All Elite Wrestling did.

    “…I don’t care if they did the same thing they did with her over in AEW. Just put her in there and beat up some people. You know what I mean? Squash a few girls,” said Booker T. 

    Booker T On Jade Cargill Training & Potential Match At WrestleMania 40

    While Cargill’s in-ring career has been put on hold, Booker T acknowledges that she is actively training at the WWE Performance Center. Cargill showed the results of her work in the Women’s Royal Rumble Match and believes the company knows what they have with her. 

     “I’m sure she is down in the PC training on a regular basis, and that might be even better for her. You know, you never know. Just because the last time we saw Jade Cargill, she looked pretty damn good in the ring,” said Booker T. He explained, “She did not look like she was out of place at all, and I think that comes from just that little bit of training. Trying to learn that intricate detail, as far as why you are in the ring.” 

    Regarding her making her singles debut at WWE WrestleMania 40, Booker T thinks it could help with her appeal. 

    “…It may not be a bad thing her having a match at Mania, then going out there and shocking the world man! Letting the people see what Jade Cargill is all about. I’m not opposed to that,” said the WWE Hall of Famer.

    A featured singles match at WWE WrestleMania 40 could be a great way to showcase Cargill’s skills on a big stage. However, the company is trying to ensure she is prepared to be a regular roster member. Booker T and fans will have to wait and see what the company has in store for her. 

  • Triple H Confirms The Rock’s Status For Elimination Chamber 2024

    The Rock lightly teased that he’d fly down to Australia to lay the smackdown on Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes and Triple H wanted to make Dwayne Johnson’s status perfectly clear for the fans down under.

    Speaking on the Xav & Michelle Show, Triple H let the people know that “The People’s Champ” would in fact not be in attendance for Elimination Chamber.

    “You are not (going to see The Rock at Elimination Chamber). I’m not gonna spin that because I don’t want people expecting that and not see that. This show will be spectacular and nobody will miss The Rock. As this all came to be, his schedule is quite tight as you can imagine. So we have him for a lot of events, unfortunately, this was not one of them.” 

    The Rock may not be in Perth but the star power is powerful for Elimination Chamber. In addition to Triple H, it appears that Australia will get a special appearance from The Undertaker at some point during the PLE. Plus, major names like Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins are lined up for a Grayson Waller Effect segment. Additionally, Becky Lynch, Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, LA Knight and Randy Orton are all on hand to compete on the card.

    Rhea Ripley will more than likely get a “Rock” like reaction as the Women’s World Champion is returning to her home country to defend gold against Nia Jax.

    The absense of The Rock will be somewhat bittersweet considering his recent return to his 1998 aura. This past Friday on WWE SmackDown The Rock took some specific verbal jabs at Salt Lake City, so one could only imagine that he would have some gems in store for the people in Perth.

    H/t to WrestlePurists for the transcription.

  • WWE Hopes To Have WrestleMania Moment For Sylvester Stallone

    WWE Hopes To Have WrestleMania Moment For Sylvester Stallone

    WrestleMania history is dotted with incredible appearances and celebrity guests. This years’ grandest stage of them all will be no exception, as the company is looking to bring Sylvester Stallone in for something.

    WWE Targeting Sylvester Stallone

    WWE has a lot of plans for WrestleMania, and they like to do things special to the location every year. Since they are going to be in the City of Brotherly Love, they are aiming for a massive name to come in.

    According to WrestleVotes, WWE is very interested in having Sylvester Stallone in for WrestelMania in Philadelphia. It’s not clear how far along those discussions are at this time, or what kind of role the Rocky actor may have. 

    Sources within WWE indicate there is interest in collaborating with Sylvester Stallone for WrestleMania in some form. While any communication status is unclear, I’m told there’s hope for it. Whether it ultimately ends up happening or not is to be determined.Stallone, born in NYC, gained fame through the iconic Rocky films, deeply associated with Philadelphia.

    Additionally, Stallone is no stranger to the WWE world, having inducted Hulk Hogan into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005.

    WrestleMania 40 Date, Location, & Card

    WrestleMania 40 is set to unfold at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on April 6 and 7. Following the declarations from Royal Rumble victors Cody Rhodes and Bayley regarding their WrestleMania aspirations, the event’s lineup is beginning to take shape.

    More matches, such as Jimmy Uso vs Jey Uso, and many more, are expected for the show. So far, Roman Reigns vs Cody Rhodes and Bayley vs IYO Sky are the only matches confirmed for the show of shows.

  • Watch: AAW Alum Seth Rollins Congratulates Promotion on 20th Anniversary

    Watch: AAW Alum Seth Rollins Congratulates Promotion on 20th Anniversary

    Seth Rollins has become one of WWE’s very top stars, but the World Heavyweight Champion will never forget where he came from.

    Long before making it to WWE, Rollins made his name in several promotions, often under the name Tyler Black. One such company is All American Wrestling who is celebrating its 20th anniversary. On Twitter, Rollins congratulated AAW on the milestone and spoke about his own experiences with the company. 

    ”Well well well, 20 years huh? That’s a long damn time. I can’t believe it’s been 20 years, I’m not that old. I’m better than I’ve ever been, but I wanted to stop by and say thank you, thank you and congratulations to AAW.

    “First of all, thank you because I wouldn’t be where I am, who I am without AAW and the chance they took on me as a young performer, as a young man, really nurtured me. I’ve always been proud to wave the AAW banner, to be able to say that I was one of the first guys there, I laid the bedrock, all that good stuff. 20 years is a long time, especially in the independent world.

    “I wouldn’t be where I’m at without the company and the loyal independent mid-west wrestling fans, you guys are my bedrock. Thank you so much for allowing me to be yours, I love you. Have a hell of a night, congratulations.”

    Seth Rollins in AAW

    Rollins was part of AAW from 2006 to 2010, making the company one of his last promotions before signing with WWE. As part of AAW, he captured the AAW Heavyweight Championship on two occasions. He also held the AAW Tag Team Championships twice with reigns alongside Marek Brave and Jimmy Jacobs. 

    What’s Next for Seth Rollins?

    Rollins will appear at this weekend’s WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth event as a guest on the Grayson Waller Effect. Cody Rhodes, who Rollins has formed an alliance with against The Bloodline, will also be on the show. 

    Rollins, who is currently out with an injury, will defend the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 40. His opponent will be decided in the Men’s Elimination Chamber match. 

  • WWE Expected Jen Pepperman to Join AEW Given Friendship with Mercedes Mone

    WWE Expected Jen Pepperman to Join AEW Given Friendship with Mercedes Mone

    Jennifer Pepperman’s arrival in AEW may have come as a surprise to many, but not to her former employers at WWE. 

    Pepperman’s status with AEW was confirmed earlier this week, in a quick turnaround for the former WWE Senior Writer. She parted ways with WWE less than a week ago. It was said that Pepperman, who joined WWE in 2017, left voluntarily and her departure was not a release. Pepperman was the longest-tenured female member of the creative team with WWE.

    Not a Surprise

    Those in WWE expected Pepperman to join AEW when she left, according to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Pepperman is known to be close with Mercedes Mone, who is expected to join AEW at the upcoming Big Business edition of Dynamite in Boston, MA. 

    SE Scoops’ Aaron Varble previously reported that Pepperman’s exit from WWE was unexpected but that many in the company had the feeling she had work already lined up. 

    Responsibilities in AEW

    Pepperman has been announced as AEW’s new Vice President of Content Development. In the Wrestling Observer Newsletter however, it is suggested that she could also serve as a “personal writer” for Mone when she debuts for the promotion. 

    Meltzer compared this to Brian Gewirtz who is the personal writer for The Rock. Gewirtz spent years with WWE and worked on The Rock’s promos before joining the Brahma Bull’s Seven Bucks Productions movie studio. When The Rock has appeared for WWE in the years since making it big in Hollywood, Gewirtz has served as his personal writer. 

  • Rhea Ripley Sends Message To Haters Before Headlining Elimination Chamber 2024: Where Are You Now?

    Rhea Ripley Sends Message To Haters Before Headlining Elimination Chamber 2024: Where Are You Now?

    Rhea Ripley is the headlining star of the Elimination Chamber 2024. From being the cover star for the event poster to being the face of the official hashtag for the show, she is in front and center of all the promotion for the PLE in Australia. According to the Women’s World Champion herself, the event from Perth is like her own WrestleMania.

    This journey to the top of the wrestling world has not been an easy one for the female star, however. Ripley’s struggles to find her grove in the company have been well-documented. Though the Judgement Day Star had to go through many hardships even before that and she had to face haters at every stage even before joining the company.

    Rhea Ripley detailed some of these struggles during her recent appearance on The Bump. When asked the message she has for her haters before the Elimination Chamber PPV, The Mami recalled how there were many people in her life who tried to discourage her wrestling aspirations. She questioned where are they now:

    “Yeah those people that doubted me through the whole thing like I’ve had school teachers that laughed in my face when I wanted to do projects on WWE and wrestling in general. I had people judge me for wanting to try out for Riot City wrestling, which is the independent scene that I wrestled for in Australia. Then even just having the plan that I did to try and dedicate my craft and make it to WWE.

    I had people all the time, like saying, ‘You should find a real job. You should study. You should do something else.’ Like ‘You’re never gonna make it. It’s never gonna happen. It’s a silly dream. You have to be more realistic about your life.’ And the one thing I have to say to that is ‘Where are you guys?’ I’m here living my dream. I worked hard for this dream and they’re miserable in their little crappy lives. So yeah, sue me.”

    The Women’s Champion will be defending her title against Nia Jax in a singles match at Elimination Chamber 2024 from the Optus Stadium in Perth Australia. There will also be a Women’s Chamber match to determine Rhea Ripley’s opponent for WrestleMania 40.

    You can tune in to SEScoops for all the latest updates during the show.

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  • Nick Hogan Court Hearing Date For DUI Arrest Revealed

    Nick Hogan (real name Nick Bollea) was arrested for DUI in November last year. It has now come to light that his court hearing will be taking place this Friday, February 22.

    Nick, WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan’s son was arrested on the morning of November 18, 2023, at 4 AM in Clearwater, FL. It took place following his return home from a bikini contest at his father’s restaurant. Reports suggested that he refused to submit to a breathalyzer test after being taken into custody.

    Per the arrest report, Bollea’s 2021 Dodge Ram approached a traffic stop that was set up by officers. He was signaled to pull over but Nick did not vacate the lane or reduce his speed. 

    Cops caught him driving 51 mph in a 40 mph zone. He showed signs of impairment, having a strong odor of alcohol, swaying balance, and bloodshot, glassy eyes. In field sobriety tests, he did not fare well. 

    Police bodycam footage showed Nick Hogan initially denying alcohol consumption and then blaming the scent of alcohol on kissing his girlfriend, who had been drinking. Nick’s father, Hulk Hogan, was also seen making his way to the scene after Nick was stopped. 

    Nick Hogan is set for court hearing on 2/23

    As per Mike Johnson of PW Insider, Nick Hogan is scheduled for a pre-trial hearing Friday at 9:30 AM in Pinellas County Court in Florida. The hearing was originally set for 1/17 but had been delayed. 

    On December 21 last year, Nick Hogan’s attorneys had filed a motion which requested permission for him to enter venues serving alcohol to perform his occupational duties as a DJ. It’s worth noting that this plea came in after a court order prohibited him from frequenting such establishments as a condition of his release. Now, the court has yet to rule on the motion.

    We will have to wait and see what the future holds for Nick Hogan.

  • Austin Theory Threatens To Smack Australian Journalist For Disrespecting Pro Wrestling

    Austin Theory Threatens To Smack Australian Journalist For Disrespecting Pro Wrestling

    WWE is concentrated on the Australian market right now, as Elimination Chamber is going down in Perth on February 24th. That comes with a fair amount of media for those Superstars, and it seems that one interview did not go well at all.

    Austin Theory Puts His Foot Down

    During an interview with The West Australian in anticipation of the upcoming premium live event in Australia, Austin Theory found himself in a heated exchange. The conversation was initially casual, but things took a serious turn when the editor-in-chief of The West Australian, Anthony De Ceglie, made some disrespectful remarks about wrestling.

    De Ceglie went as far as to assert that wrestling lacked the toughness found in Australian Rules football or Rugby League. This remark deeply offended Theory, prompting him to abandon his on-screen persona and react angrily to defend the pro wrestling business.

    “You brought me here and you’re going to talk to me like this? Just cause you’re in charge of some sh*t doesn’t mean you can talk to me like this. You’re saying what I do is easy and you’re in front of all of your people talking about my job is easy … you couldn’t walk a damn day in my shoes. Are you kidding me man? I will smack the sh*t outta you right now. I’m not playing around. Y’all bring me all the way out here for some media and this guy is talking his f*cking head off. What’s his problem?”

    Security intervened to defuse the escalating tension between Theory and the journalist, ensuring the situation did not get out of hand. Things certainly escalated quickly.

    Repeated History

    This is interesting, because just a month ago, Theory’s partner, Grayson Waller, had a confrontation with a production assistant on an Australian morning talk show for disrespecting him.

    The hosts of the show requested that Waller, who was with LA Knight for the interview, perform his finishing move on someone. He didn’t appreciate the sentiment. Now, a similar incident has surfaced just before Elimination Chamber 2024.

  • Daily Drop (2/22): WWE Loses Creative Mind To AEW, John Cena Addresses Steroids & Vince McMahon Allegations

    Welcome to a new feature we’re running here at SEScoops, the Daily Drop – a rundown of the top news and rumors in wrestling. TNA Wrestling has their February 22 show tonight, but AEW and WWE fans have the night off from shows. That doesn’t mean there is any lack of news.

    Elimination Chamber starts at 5:00 am for fans in the East Coast on Feb 24, as the event goes down in Perth, Australia. Here is a rundown of the start times.

    WWE Elimination Chamber 2024 Start Times
    • WrestleMania Countdown: 46 days away

    WWE

    – I was told that there was actually never a creative plan for Jey Uso to win the IC Title from GUNTHER. They way it went down with GUNTHER retaining on the road to WrestleMania is always what was supposed to happen. Also, WWE has settled on an opponent for GUNTHER at WrestleMania. I specially asked if Sami Zayn is taking on the Ring General, and was told, “no spoilers” in response.

    – WWE announced a new event for WrestleMania week. “Evening with a Legend” will feature Booker T and tickets are available for sale now.

    – It was confirmed that Ken Shamrock is coming back to a WWE 2K game. He will be a playable legend for the new release. 

    – Randy Orton was asked about Vince McMahon’s allegations while speaking to SI. He was quite candid about how heartbreaking the whole thing is. 

    – John Cena also had something to say about Vince’s allegations. He also made it clear that he will always love McMahon.

    – Also, while appearing on the Howard Stern Show, John Cena addressed any accusations about steroid use throughout his career. He stands by the story that he is clean.

    – Scott Hall’s daughter dropped a pretty epic unseen video. This included Triple H and Kevin Nash, and at the time company lines separated them. During that period, Hall & Nash were with WCW, while Triple H remained with WWE.

    AEW

    – Wardlow fired off a pretty good shot at CM Punk this week on Dynamite. He took credit for physically breaking Punk down, and we all know he’s currently out of action with an injury.

    – Tony Khan clapped back at O’Shea Jackson Jr’s comments about AEW. 

    – AEW’s Ric Flair has a biopic coming out. The Rock’s Seven Bucks Productions is going to produce it as well, so that could be a must-see project.

    – AEW picked up recently departed WWE Senior Writer Jennifer Pepperman as their new VP of Content Development. It was a surprise when she left WWE. Her background in soap operas also saw her win Emmy Awards. I previously reported that the internal feeling within WWE was that Pepperman already had a job waiting for her when she departed from WWE.

    – Ric Flair showed up on AEW Dynamite this week as the company continues to build hype for Sting’s last match at Revolution. 

    – AEW added to their Revolution pay-per-view, as Daniel Garcia stepped up to challenge Christian Cage for the TNT Title.

    – Adam “Hangman”  Page hurt his foot during AEW Dynamite this week. He commented on it after the show. It is apparently a bad situation. 

    TNA & NWA

    – Billy Corgan announced an exclusive streaming deal with The CW, making NWA programs available for free on The CW app. This partnership aims to broaden NWA’s audience and showcase its authenticity. Additionally, a new unscripted series about Corgan’s life will debut on The CW. 

    You can check out the updated lineup for Thursday’s episode of TNA Impact below:

    • The System (Brian Myers, Eddie Edwards & Moose) vs. Alex Shelley, KUSHIDA & Kevin Knight
    • Chris Sabin vs. Jason Hotch
    • Steve Maclin vs. Trent Seven
    • Simon Gotch in action
    • Ash By Elegance in action

    Upcoming Major Pro Wrestling Events

    • WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth is scheduled for next Saturday, February 24.
    • AEW Dynamite: Big Business will be hosted at Boston’s TD Garden on March 13th.
    • AEW Revolution is planned for the following weekend, on Sunday, March 3.
    • 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.
    • 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 Bash In Berlin is marked for August 31st at Mercedes-Benz Arena in Berlin, Germany.

  • Robert Roode Says There’s No Way He’ll Wrestle Full Time Again, Happy As A WWE Producer

    Robert Roode could wrestle again if he wanted to in theory, but is more than happy remaining a backstage producer for WWE. 

    In December 2022, Roode would undergo neck fusion surgery, months after his previous match with WWE. The following year, the former NXT Champion’s career faced another setback in the form of a second neck fusion surgery. 

    Robert Roode is Green Lit to Wrestle

    With his wrestling career uncertain, Roode has been working as a producer at WWE events and has been well-received in the role. On a recent edition of the Insight podcast, Roode was asked about the possibility of wrestling again and revealed he has been green-lit to compete. 

    “Ironically enough, I just got green-lighted. The fusion has completely fused. So as far as looking at it from a medical point of view, it’s safe to get back in the ring I guess.

    “But at almost 48 years old, given the opportunity I’ve been given now, to work as a producer, which was my goal coming to WWE almost eight years ago, I’m quite happy doing this. And I feel like I’ve had a good run as they say and I’m happy to be doing what I’m doing now. 

    When asked about even a one-off appearance, possibly in a Royal Rumble match, Roode admitted it was possible but made clear his days of being a full-time WWE Superstar are over. 

    “You never know, yeah, sure. Could I do this full-time? There’s no way I could. Look, to be honest, the injury, I have three levels that are bad. The level six and seven are not good either.”

    A Mental Struggle 

    During the interview, Roode admitted that he would like to have one last match, but explained why it’s unlikely. He also addressed the mental struggle his injury has made him face. 

    “I don’t, mentally, think I could take the risk of going back in the ring and working a full-time schedule. Just knowing that. I feel like I look differently too. You know what I mean? I always kind of prided myself on how I looked on Television. I love being in the gym and working out and when you physically don’t look the same, it’s a mental thing as well for me.

    “I think everybody would like to have one last match right? But sometimes, when the wheels fall off, the wheels fall off. That’s the nature of the beast and this sport and this industry. 

    Robert Roode On His Injury

    On the podcast, Roode discussed his first neck fusion surgery, which came about after an injury from years earlier started causing him issues. Roode was rather fortunate to learn that he needed the surgery considering he wasn’t feeling any pain as a warning sign. 

    “The thing was I wasn’t living in any pain. I didn’t have any pain. I could go through the day without feeling any sort of pain. But the issue with me was my strength. When I started losing strength, I started losing muscle in my right arm.

    “And that scared me because the first thing I thought of was Paul Orndorff and his injury. And that’s what was happening to me. I was starting to atrophy in my shoulder and in my bicep.”

    Arm atrophy from a nagging injury led to Orndorff being forced to retire in 2000. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005.

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  • Triple H Meets With Impressive Tryout Athletes Ahead Of WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth

    Triple H Meets With Impressive Tryout Athletes Ahead Of WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth

    WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth will feature some of the company’s top stars, and a tryout could very well find the company’s next big name. 

    The February 24, Premium Live Event will be WWE’s first PLE in Australia since 2018. While WWE has several Australian Superstars on its roster, only a couple will be featured on the show. WWE Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley will defend her title against Nia Jax while Grayson Waller will host his talk show with Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins as guests.

    Triple H Meets Tryout Athletes

    Like other Premium Live Events, WWE is hosting tryouts in Perth where athletes hope to show they are worthy of a contract with the promotion. Taking to Twitter, WWE CCO Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque spoke about the impressive athletes that he and Matt Bloom have been watching. The Game also included some photos from the tryouts. 

    WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth

    Here is the card for WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth as it currently stands:

    • The Judgment Day (Finn Bálor and Damian Priest) (c) vs. New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate) (Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships)
    • Becky Lynch vs. Bianca Belair vs. Liv Morgan vs. Tiffany Stratton vs. Naomi vs. Raquel Rodriguez (Elimination Chamber Match for a WWE Women’s World Championship match at WWE WrestleMania 40)
    • Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Nia Jax (WWE Women’s World Championship)
    • Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton vs. Bobby Lashley vs. LA Knight vs. Kevin Owens vs. Logan Paul (Elimination Chamber Match for a WWE World Heavyweight Championship match at WWE WrestleMania 40)
  • Randy Orton Was in Awe Being Babysat By ‘Uncles’ Like Hulk Hogan & Andre The Giant

    Randy Orton Was in Awe Being Babysat By ‘Uncles’ Like Hulk Hogan & Andre The Giant

    Randy Orton had a blast being looked after by ‘uncles’ like Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant before becoming a WWE Superstar himself. 

    A third-generation Superstar, Orton’s success in wrestling has far surpassed his father, uncle, or his grandfather. Orton returned from a lengthy injury at WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2023, and is pleased with how he handled being upstaged by CM Punk’s return to WWE. 

    Randy Orton On His Uncles

    Before making it into the business himself, Randy Orton was a young kid who would follow his father’s career intently. Being at WWF events meant Orton was often surrounded by wrestlers who showed an interest in the future Legend Killer. Speaking to A&E Biography: Legends, Orton recalled being cared for by some of the biggest stars of the time. 

    “I was fortunate enough to travel with my Pop [WWE Hall of Famer ‘Cowboy’ Bob Orton] now and again… The few times that I did get to go with my father, I’ll never forget. Being in the locker room seeing the bigger-than-life guys walking around.

    “These were like my uncles. My dad’s close friends, I was in awe as a child when I did get to go with my dad. They treated me just wonderfully. I was there little buddy. 

    Orton also recalled that while he was surrounded by wrestlers from inside and outside of his own family, he never saw himself getting in the ring. 

    “Early on, people would always ask me, kids at school, teachers would ask me ‘Are you going to be a wrestler like your dad?’ But never, ever, was it something that I contemplated because I just didn’t see it in myself to do something like that.”

    Cowboy Bob Orton On Young Randy

    Randy’s father also weighed in during the sneak preview of A&E Biography: Legends. The 2005 WWE Hall of Fame inductee joked that he was fine leaving Orton in the care of the wrestlers as his matches rarely lasted too long. 

    “I didn’t take him [Randy] very often unless we were already pretty close to home. But yeah, those guys used to watch him when I was in the ring. So he got to know everybody when he was still pretty young.

    “I had no problem, you know, with them watching over him.  I knew I wouldn’t be gone too long from Randy. It didn’t take me long to win or lose [laughs.]”

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  • Bronson Reed On Missing WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth: “Sometimes The Stars Don’t Align”

    Bronson Reed On Missing WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth: “Sometimes The Stars Don’t Align”

    WWE Raw Superstar Bronson Reed is disappointed that he will not be competing at WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth, but this is not due to his wife. 

    The February 24, Premium Live Event will be WWE’s first PLE in Australia since 2018. While WWE has several Australian Superstars on its roster, only a couple will be featured on the show. WWE Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley will defend her title against Nia Jax while Grayson Waller will host his talk show with Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins as guests. 

    Bronson Reed on WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth

    Bronson Reed, a native of Adelaide who is billed from the Black Forest, is among those Aussie Superstars who won’t be competing at WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth. Online, there has been speculation that this could be because Reed’s wife is currently pregnant. 

    In a tweet, the former WWE NXT North American Champion made clear that his wife’s pregnancy did not play a role, simply stating that sometimes the stars do not align. Reed also used a gif of Will Smith, encouraging fans to keep his wife’s name out of their mouths. 

    WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth

    Here is the card for WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth as it currently stands:

    • The Judgment Day (Finn Bálor and Damian Priest) (c) vs. New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate) (Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships)
    • Becky Lynch vs. Bianca Belair vs. Liv Morgan vs. Tiffany Stratton vs. Naomi vs. Raquel Rodriguez (Elimination Chamber Match for a WWE Women’s World Championship match at WWE WrestleMania 40)
    • Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Nia Jax (WWE Women’s World Championship)
    • Drew McIntyre vs. Randy Orton vs. Bobby Lashley vs. LA Knight vs. Kevin Owens vs. Logan Paul (Elimination Chamber Match for a WWE World Heavyweight Championship match at WWE WrestleMania 40)
  • WWE Superstars Hang Out With A Koala Ahead Of Elimination Chamber

    WWE Superstars Hang Out With A Koala Ahead Of Elimination Chamber

    Several WWE Superstars are applying the term “when in Rome” to their stay in Perth, Australia ahead of WWE Elimination Chamber.

    Footage has surfaced of an array of names holding a koala before they have to step in between the ring ropes this weekend and it’s pretty heartwarming for animal lovers.

    LA Knight, Bianca Belair, Pete Dunne, Montez Ford, Indi Hartwell and Candice LeRae all got to hold one of Australia’s most notable mammals. Hartwell was the only one coming back home, but the rest of the gang may have experienced something new holding a marsupial.

    What’s On Tap For WWE Elimination Chamber

    Holding a koala may tug at the heart-strings, but WWE will get down to business for Elimination Chamber. The men’s match will feature Drew McIntyre vs. LA Knight vs. Kevin Owens vs. Logan Paul vs. Bobby Lashley vs. Randy Orton while the women’s match will have Becky Lynch vs. Tiffany Stratton vs. Bianca Belair vs. Naomi vs. Liv Morgan vs. Raquel Rodriguez.

    Also on tap for the PLE is the hometown heroine Rhea Ripley defending her WWE World Women’s Championship against Nia Jax. The WWE Tag Team Championships will also be on the line as Damian Priest and Finn Balor defend the titles against Tyler Bate and Pete Dunne.

    Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins will also have a featured segment together on the “Grayson Waller Effect.” Not only that, but The Undertaker was seen arriving in Perth for the show as well. For the American viewers on the east coast, Elimination Chamber starts at 5 AM ET.

  • Val Venis Lashes Out: Alleges The Rock and John Cena Sold Their Souls

    Val Venis Lashes Out: Alleges The Rock and John Cena Sold Their Souls

    There are many controversial figures in pro wrestling, but few utilize their social media platform like Val Venis to spread his own message, albeit a very radical one. He is far from finished spouting his own version of the truth on Twitter/X, even though his account is certainly shadow-banned at this point. 

    Val Venis’ Social Media History

    Val Venis has not been quiet on his Twitter/X account when it comes to his beliefs. He made a bold statement that he isn’t returning to pro wrestling because of the “LGBTQ+++XYZ Nutjobs.” That is just scratching the surface, as his account is constantly pouring out political posts.

    In the past, Venis has called out The Rock for selling his soul. Now, he’s adding John Cena and Cody Rhodes as his target.

    Venis Takes Aim At Cody Rhodes, John Cena and The Rock

    In recent memory, he has taken some serious shots at Cody Rhodes and his alliance with the LGBTQ+ community. The Big Valbowski previously said that, “HEY @CodyRhodes! Maybe think before you “affirm” would be a better idea. Promote Jesus. Not mental disorders.”

    There were many posts directed at Cody Rhodes from Val Venis. One even lumped John Cena and The Rock with him, as the former IC Champion claimed that they sold their souls to the devil.

    FACT: Both @JohnCena and @TheRock sold their souls to the same cartel of communist comrades that stole the brains out of the heads of @CodyRhodes fans.

    For the record, Val also posted, “Ha! I am a retired free agent. I can say what I want, when I want and how I want. It would be prudent for leftist mental midgets to hit the unfollow button if they wish not to be triggered by truth.” So, it seems that he’s not going to sweat any negative backlash he receives.

    Val Venis Claims He’s Being Erased

    Val Venis recently made headlines when he called out WWE 2k24 for erasing him from history. He’s not the only one who got the axe, because Brock Lesnar and Vince McMahon were also taken out of the game.

    We will have to see if Venis re-appears in WWE any time soon, but it’s not likely at this point. He also doesn’t need pro wrestling to pay the bills. He made it very clear that he has a stable living in the cannabis industry. 

  • Michael Chandler’s Mic Drop Moment: UFC Fighter Unveils How WWE RAW Appearance Happened

    Michael Chandler’s Mic Drop Moment: UFC Fighter Unveils How WWE RAW Appearance Happened

    Michael Chandler stepped out of the UFC world to take part in WWE RAW this week. He was in the crowd, and he had a lot to say. Luckily for the UFC fighter, he was also handed a live microphone without a script.

    Chandler Speaks On WWE RAW Appearance

    Michael Chandler, who is usually recognized for his prowess on the microphone in the MMA realm, left a significant mark on RAW this week. Chandler delivered a speech on the show, shedding light on whether it was scripted.

    In this week’s episode of Monday Night RAW, UFC Lightweight contender Michael Chandler issued a challenge to Conor McGregor for a fight inside the Octagon. Concluding his impassioned appeal with the phrase, “See you at the top!”

    In an interview on the MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani, Michael Chandler dove deeper into his time on the mic during WWE RAW, revealing that he strained his voice during the promo.

    “I actually strained my voice during Monday Night Raw,” he explained. “Before going on, a producer mentioned, ‘Hey, this microphone has a gate.’ I asked, ‘What does that mean?’ They replied, ‘It means you need to speak up.’ I didn’t think it would be an issue. The moment seized me, and a star was born. While it was planned for me to be at Raw, it was the first time UFC and WWE were blending crowds, bringing in fighters. Placed in the front row, I took initiative.”

    When questioned if he deviated from the script during the promo, Chandler disclosed that he improvised the entire speech without any scripted guidance.

    “Two minutes before, they said they were going to put the camera on me. I said, ‘Why don’t you give me the microphone?’ ‘Hold on, let me run it up the flag pole.’ About a minute later, ‘You’re going on and you’ll get the microphone if you want it.’ Magic happened. There was nothing prepared. I was thrown into the fire. Smacked myself a couple of times, and we went.”

    Who Was Behind Michael Chandler’s WWE RAW Appearance? (Exclusive)

    After Michael Chandler appeared on RAW for his call-out of Conor McGregor, I asked around about who made these plans. I was told that he did not have any type of script, and the booking was done through TKO.

    Since WWE and AEW have the same parent company, there is a very good chance that fans will see more crossover segments like this. Chandler certainly made the most of his time with a microphone on live television.