Cedric Alexander has parted ways with WWE after an eight-and-a-half year run with wrestling’s biggest promotion. Many now expect Alexander to find his way to AEW and that’s a destination the former Cruiserweight Champion is also interested in.

On his Instagram Stories, Alexander shared a photo of action figure versions of himself, Bobby Lashley, Shelton Benjamin, and MVP. with the three active talents draped in AEW gold, Alexander made clear his interest in reuniting the Hurt Business, now known as the Hurt Syndicate.

Alexander’s WWE release came after the high-flyer re-signed with the promotion in September 2024. At the time, it was reported that Alexander had reached a multi-year deal with WWE. Now, WWE has moved on from the former Cruiserweight Champion, making a potential reunion with Benjamin, Lashley, and MVP a genuine possibility. With that said, fans won’t be seeing Alexander join just yet, as he will be dealing with the standard non-compete clause for released WWE talent.

The Hurt Syndicate came together in late 2024 and have already seen success as the faction currently holds the AEW World Tag Team Championships. While it remains to be seen if Alexander reunites with his former allies, fans are excited to see what the talented high-flyer does next in his wrestling journey.

All Elite Wrestling star Bear Bronson has released a candid statement addressing the recent controversy surrounding his former tag team partner, Bear Boulder’s recent domestic violence arrest.

Taking to social media, Bronson expressed his shock and heartbreak over the situation, emphasizing how blindsided he felt by the news. Having traveled and worked alongside Bolder for eight years, Bronson shared that his former partner was even a groomsman at his wedding this past October. He admitted the details of the police report made him feel “sick, depressed, and angry.”

Acknowledging the emotional weight of the situation, Bronson noted that his phone had been blowing up since the news broke, prompting him to step away momentarily to process everything with his wife. He apologized for initially including the victim’s first name in his statement, recognizing that it was a mistake made in the heat of the moment. Bronson stated he has been advised to fully step back from the situation, allowing professionals to handle it moving forward.

Further clarifying his stance, Bronson made it clear that he does not condone domestic violence under any circumstances, calling it “disgusting and vile.” He urged fans to be cautious when reading headlines, reiterating his firm stance against abusive behavior. Bronson also took the opportunity to offer advice to those who may be experiencing domestic violence, urging them to seek help and not make excuses for abusive relationships.

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Bear Bronson Statement on Bear Bolder’s Arrest

Here is Bear Bronson’s full statement:

February 9, 2025, at 4:09 AM

Hey guys, this is one of the hardest weeks of my life.

I’m heartbroken at the news about my former tag partner. To say I feel blindsided by the horrific details of the incident is an understatement. This is someone I traveled the world with as a team for 8 years, full of matches and memories I held close to me. Someone I trusted around my family. He was a groomsman at my wedding this past October with his fiancé. The arrest report provided by the police has made me sick, depressed, and angry.

My phone has been blowing up nonstop since the news broke—I put out a quick statement yesterday so I could put my phone down, spend quality time in the city with my wife, and process everything.

I’ve been made aware that I was wrong for using the victim’s first name in my statement, and I apologize. I wasn’t thinking clearly & just wanted everyone to know she was okay.

As of now, I have been advised to fully step back from the entire situation and can only pray nothing worse happens. Only professionals can help the situation any further & I am not one. The only thing I can do now is move on and focus on my life.

If there is any confusion, I will clear it up now:

My wrestling name is Bear Bronson. I live in NY, not FL, and I do NOT condone domestic violence under any circumstances whatsoever. Zero tolerance. Causing physical harm to your partner is disgusting & vile. People who love each other don’t do that—plain & simple. Don’t let anyone make you believe there are shades of gray or “yeah but” exceptions to that garbage. It’s not shades of gray, it’s very black & white. I don’t care how you spin it, that’s not love.

I’m in a very happy marriage with my wife Gabby. We shower each other with love & support every single day. Her happiness & safety will be my main priority for the rest of my life. So if you come across the headlines that broke, please read them very carefully.

If you are a victim of domestic violence and feel stuck in a violent relationship—one that you feel could turn violent—please call out for help before it’s too late.

No “but what about the good times.” No “but every relationship has problems.” It doesn’t get better, it only gets worse. Put your health & well-being first above everything else.

Chris Jericho has never been one to follow the traditional path, and when it comes to retirement, he’s making it clear he won’t be taking a page out of John Cena’s playbook. During his recent conversation with Chris Van Vliet for Insight, Jericho took a subtle jab at Cena’s farewell tour, questioning the need for such a spectacle.

“I do not have the ego that would demand an official retirement tour or retirement match,” Jericho stated.

He compared it to rock bands that announce farewell tours, only to return later. “Why put that sort of stamp on it? This is the retirement tour, and then you decide to come back?”

Jericho, 53, acknowledged that he doesn’t plan to wrestle forever, but he also isn’t setting a definitive end date. “I will not be wrestling at 81 years old… I might not want to wrestle tomorrow, but right now I enjoy it,” he explained. His decision-making process is simple: as long as he believes he’s putting on great matches and compelling storylines, he’ll keep going.

While Cena’s retirement tour has been a major WWE storyline, Jericho prefers a more low-key approach. He admires the unpredictability of simply wrestling one last match without making it a grand farewell. “I’ve always liked being the opposite of what people expect,” he said, referencing rock legends like the Sex Pistols and Axl Rose, who famously rejected their Hall of Fame inductions.

This philosophy extends to his stance on the WWE Hall of Fame. Unlike many legends who view induction as a crowning career achievement, Jericho remains indifferent. Instead, he joked about starting his own version.

“In my mind, I’m already in the Hall of Fame. What do I need the plaque for?” he mused. “Maybe I’ll have my own Chris Jericho Hall of Fame and put myself in it.”

While Cena’s farewell is being celebrated on WWE’s biggest stage, Jericho seems content defining his legacy on his own terms—without the pomp and circumstance.

Chris Jericho has seen it all in professional wrestling—from the peak of the Attitude Era to today’s modern landscape. And in his recent interview with Chris Van Vliet for Insight, the veteran wrestler made one thing clear: while the Attitude Era may have been more widely watched, today’s wrestling business is far more lucrative.

“Maybe from an overall popularity standpoint the Attitude Era was bigger, but you weren’t making the money that you are now—as both a wrestler and as a wrestling company,” Jericho stated.

“I know the difference in salaries of what a top guy made then versus now—because I was one then, and I am one now.”

During the late 1990s and early 2000s, wrestling’s biggest stars were drawing massive TV ratings, sometimes exceeding 8 million viewers per episode. But Jericho pointed out that viewing habits have drastically changed. Fans now consume wrestling differently, whether through streaming, social media, or highlights on YouTube—metrics that weren’t available during the industry’s previous boom period.

Beyond financial growth, Jericho also addressed how modern fans and critics perceive wrestling. He believes that today’s audience places too much emphasis on match quality in a way that can be misleading.

“25 years ago, you could do a lot less and have people think it’s an amazing match. Now, you can do the exact same thing, have the crowd react the same way, but critics will say it was terrible.”

Chris Jericho Quits Twitter

That increased scrutiny, amplified by social media, is something Jericho has largely tuned out. He admitted that while he used to engage with online criticism, he now avoids platforms like Twitter altogether.

“I’m done with Twitter. It’s just so negative—why waste your time?”

Despite criticisms from online fans, Jericho remains one of AEW’s biggest draws, consistently appearing in high-rated segments. He also pushed back on claims that working with him “drags people down” in AEW, arguing that many wrestlers he’s feuded with—like MJF, Daniel Garcia, and Sammy Guevara—have only elevated their careers.

Jericho’s insight sheds light on the evolution of wrestling’s business model. While nostalgia may keep the Attitude Era on a pedestal, today’s industry is more financially successful than ever—whether fans and critics want to admit it or not.

With Penta’s immediate success in WWE, fans are eager to see Rey Fenix join his brother, especially given that its been months since he appeared for AEW. Speaking with Lalo Elizarrarás, Fenix shared that he remains under contract with AEW and is waiting to be contacted.

“I’m still under contract with an additional extension. I am waiting to be used, to be called to work, or to have my situation clarified a little more”.

Fenix hasn’t competed for AEW since the July 20, 2024, edition of Collision, which saw the masked star defeat Tony Nese. Though his contract with AEW was set to expire in 2024, Tony Khan opted to tack time on to cover Fenix missing ring time due to various injuries. This act sparked debate among fans as while Khan has the right to do what he’s done, many believe that adding time to a talent that isn’t being used is a ‘petty’ move by the AEW President.

Fenix has alluded to growing issues in AEW, even saying that reports of a “huge injustice” within the promotion is accurate. Fenix has also alluded to receiving “inhumane treatment” and has claimed he was ignored when requiring medical help, though these posts have since been deleted.

Why Baron Corbin is Backing Tony Khan Over Rey Fenix Drama

With no sign of an AEW return, Fenix is keeping himself busy off of TV. In the interview, Fenix shared how he is seeking personal growth as he awaits an update on his in-ring future.

“I have more time to train. I have more time to perfect my skills. I have more time to create new things, to work on my injuries, to work on my body, and mainly, to work on my head.”

Fenix acknowledged that he could be seeking personal growth while working, but that “nobody stays in a place where they are not wanted.” With no sign of AEW or Fenix reaching an agreement, fans may be waiting a long time before they see the masked star compete in a ring on TV again.

H/T – Fightful

The February 8, 2025, edition of AEW Collision saw a trio of returns, adding some talented names back to the promotion’s active roster.

In the second match of the night, Bandido made his return to in-ring competion in AEW to defeat Bryan Keith. This match marked Bandido’s first showdown in an AEW ring since the June 14, 2023, edition of AEW Rampage, where he lost to Konosuke Takeshita.

In women’s division action, Mariah May decimated her opponent in a squash and dressed her victim up like Toni Storm to add insult to injury. May’s beatdown was cut short by the returning Luther, who provided the disctraction long enough for the real Storm to replace her in-ring doppelganger and surprise the Women’s World Champion with an attack.

Hologram also made his return during this week’s AEW Collision as he made the save for Komander, who was being attacked by RUSH, Dralistico, and The Beast Mortos. Hologram and Komander fought with Dralistico and Beast Mortos while Rush battled officials in the ring. This marked Hologram’s first appearance for AEW since WrestleDream, where he suffered an injury during his two-out-of-three falls match with Beast Mortos.

This week’s show saw AEW continue on the road ton Grand Slam: Australia, the company’s first event to take place in the country. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on these returning talents and what they do now they’re back on TV.

Seth Rollins is a bonafide WWE guy, and in the past, has defended the company from others, including those in AEW. While WWE and AEW no-longer go head-to-head in the Wednesday Night Wars, Rollins’ recent comments about the compeition has caught a lot of attention.

During Sirius XM Sports, Rollins was asked to imagine a blockbuster trade between WWE and AEW—similar to the shocking NBA deal that sent Luka Doncic to the Lakers for Anthony Davis. Knowing his response would make “some headlines,” Rollins argued that WWE talent operate on a different level to those in AEW.

“You’ll make some headlines with this one. I don’t think there is anybody in AEW that’s on that level.”

Rollins later added that John Cena is the LeBron James of WWE, and if a trade had to be made, he’d switch John for AEW’s MJF. This caught the attention of the former AEW World Champion, who Rollins described as like Luka Doncic.

While MJF had teased joining WWE in the past, he re-signed with AEW in 2022, ensuring many more years as part of the Elite roster. Speaking to Fox 5 New York after news of his re-signing broke, MJF said the decision was ‘very easy’ and that he believes in Tony Khan’s company.

With John Cena set to retire from in-ring competition this year, it’s all but guaranteed that he will never be traded to AEW. Nevertheless, Rollins’ comment this week has certainly raised some eyebrows, with fans questioning if anyone in AEW is on WWE’s level.

Swerve Strickland Vs. Ricochet has quickly become one of the most personal rivalries playing out in AEW, and now their issues have extended past Tony Khan’s promotion. At the latest DEFY Wrestling event, Swerve Strickland’s theme song played, only for Ricochet to emerge instead.

Ricochet was hit with a “You are bald” chant and when the fans chanted for Strickland, Ricochet claimed that Swerve wasn’t at the show. That claim proved premature as the lights would go out and when they came back on, Swerve was in the ring. The former AEW World Champion was met with a monstrous pop from the crowd and wasted no time in brawling with Ricochet.

Strickland attempted the House Call but a poke to the eye allowed Ricochet to escape. Prince Nana emerged to throw Ricochet back in the ring. There, Strickland hit the House Call and Ricochet would later leave after shoving Nana.

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Ricochet defeated Strickland on this week’s Dynamite, though its clear the issues between the pair are far from over. With high-profile events including Grand Slam: Australia and Revolution approaching, fans could soon be seeing the pair do battle on AEW programming again very soon.

Tony Khan seems to have a lot of cooks in the kitchen, but he makes clear that he’s the head chef of it all.

Speaking with Kevin Walsh during Super Bowl week, the AEW President expressed his love for the creative process behind booking the shows. He didn’t disclose any names as to who joined him in booking ideas, but he did mention there was a good amount of people involved.

“I come up with a lot of ideas in wrestling and I also have a big team of people and a lot of wrestlers that are brilliant minds. I try to pick the best ideas and I put the matches and the shows together.”

Khan clarifies that he does receive a lot of input from so many names that he probably only utilizes “10 to 20%” of the feedback he gets. During the World’s End PPV media call last year, Khan mentioned to SEScoops that he remains the head booker of AEW and that won’t change in 2025.

Who Has Been Apart Of Tony Khan’s Creative Process?

When Tony Khan says he has a hefty creative team, he means it. In the past, Khan has confirmed that names like Bryan Danielson, Jimmy Jacobs, Mike Mansury, Dean Malenko, Will Washington and Jerry Lynn have all been involved in the process. That doesn’t include the hiring of Jennifer Pepperman, who is speculated to have a focus on working with Mercedes Mone. As it stands, Khan controls the creative on both AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision.

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) will remain a privately held company, as CEO and co-owner Tony Khan has no interest in taking the promotion public.

Speaking with Alex Sherman for CNBC Sport, Khan explained that he envisions AEW as a long-term family business that he hopes to pass down to his future children.

“I want to build,” Khan said. “I’m still a relatively young executive, and someday, I’d like to have a family. Hopefully, they can work in the business. It’s a family business.”

At 42, Khan has positioned AEW as WWE’s biggest competitor in the wrestling industry since its launch in 2019. Keeping AEW private allows the company to maintain creative and financial control without external shareholder influence.

n an exclusive interview with Mark O’Brien for Bodyslam.net, wrestling veteran Jimmy Jacobs reflected on Tony Khan’s leadership and AEW’s influence on the industry. He credited Khan with reshaping professional wrestling, improving pay standards, and creating new opportunities for talent.

Tony Khan’s Leadership and AEW’s Growth

Jacobs highlighted Khan’s deep commitment to AEW, emphasizing his awareness of how company decisions impact wrestlers and staff. He praised Khan for fostering an environment where talent can thrive and for significantly expanding job opportunities within wrestling.

“Tony takes that seriously—so many people’s jobs revolve around what he does.”

Jacobs noted that AEW’s rise has made it one of the best times to be a pro wrestler, with more opportunities and better financial stability than in decades past.

AEW’s Influence on Wrestler Pay and Competition

According to Jacobs, AEW’s presence in the industry has contributed to higher pay for wrestlers. He suggested that WWE adjusted its salary structure in response to AEW’s emergence, indirectly benefiting talent across both promotions.

“WWE raised their pay rates right around the time AEW started… I’d guess AEW had something to do with it.”

By providing a viable alternative to WWE, AEW has increased competition, pushing both companies to offer better contracts and more financial security for wrestlers.

Tony Khan’s Creative Direction

Jacobs described Khan as having a clear creative vision while allowing his team to refine ideas and execute them effectively. He stressed the importance of controlled information flow in AEW’s creative process, preventing leaks and ensuring well-planned storytelling.

“Tony has ideas, and I help organize them so the right people get the right information at the right time.”

AEW’s Lasting Legacy

Jacobs believes AEW’s impact extends beyond its own success, crediting Khan with transforming the wrestling landscape by offering wrestlers more financial and creative freedom.

“Tony really pushed AEW into being a place where talent could actually thrive.”

He sees Khan’s leadership as a key factor in making AEW a true alternative to WWE, giving wrestlers more control over their careers and fans a fresh, competitive product.

In AEW, Chris Jericho has feuded with several wrestlers, but some fans have taken issue with how these programs have played out. Whether it be Hook, Eddie Kingston, or his extended rivalry with Ricky Starks, many believe that Jericho does little to elevate his opponents. Some even argue that these wrestlers might have fared better if they had never worked with him at all.

The idea of talent being ‘sucked’ into feuds with Chris has been dubbed the ‘Jericho Vortex’ a term the Canadian filed to trademark for merchandise in April 2024. On the Insight podcast, Jericho fired back at the notion he’s dragged down talent.

“Name one. Name one person that got dragged down from working with me. Maybe afterwards they didn’t go higher, but that’s not up to me. I’m not in charge of booking the entire company.”

Jericho added that he can only do what is asked of him, and referenced AEW success stories like MJF and Sammy Guevara as proof he doesn’t drag down others. Today, fans can find Jericho leading the Learning Tree, which he cited as more evidence against the ‘vortex.’

“Big Bill and Bryan Keith have grown by leaps and bounds from working here with me… I definitely know what my intentions are, and it’s not to bury anybody. It’s to build as many people as I can.”

Jericho is confident that his intentions in AEW is to help others, no matter what some fans may believe. Ultimately, Jericho will continue to work with talent both fresh and established in AEW as one of the company’s leading stars.

Why Chris Jericho Isn’t Sweating Fans’ “Please Retire” Chants

Chris Jericho is an established legend of the ring, but in recent years, many fans have grown tired of the 54-year-old Canadian wrestler. This resentment has led to fans calling for Jericho to retire from the ring, opening up his spot for a younger, fresher talent.

On the Insight podcast, Jericho chalked up the chant to being “one of those things” and has even considered making merch with the two-word demand. The first-ever AEW World Champion added that fans calling for him to retire wouldn’t be saying so to his face.

“If I saw them on the street they’d probably say hi. Whenever I do a convention or something like that, my lines are down the street.”

Ever a music fan, Jericho compared himself to the Rolling Stones and their Steel Wheel Tour of 1989. While some at the time felt the bandmates were too old, Jericho was pleased to see “one of the best bands in the business” live last year.

The response to Jericho has sparked a debate about whether he has genuine heat from fans wanting to see him beaten, or ‘go away’ heat from fans who are sick of him. Ultimately, as long as fans are booking, Jericho is confident he’s done his job.

“This is a job where the idea is to elicit emotions, positive, negative, anything in between. When you sign up for it, you have to understand that people are going to respond.”

Currently in his second reign as ROH World Champion, Jericho holds another title that some believe would be better suited for a rising star. But with no signs of stepping away, fans can expect Jericho to remain a fixture in the ring for the foreseeable future.

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Jimmy Jacobs is pushing back against accusations that he leaked AEW information to WWE, claiming that the accusation is nothing more than a false narrative. Speaking to Mark O’Brien for Bodyslam.net, the former AEW producer shut down the idea that he once leaked AEW ideas to Tony Khan’s chief rival.

“There were people that had this narrative that I was a leak in WWE, which I absolutely 100% was not. It was just a complete fabrication.”

A number of leaks of key AEW plans led to plenty of finger-pointing, with Jacobs, who had previously worked for WWE, getting blamed. Chris Jericho even branded the leaks as being from a “spy.” In the interview, Jacobs shared how being accused affected him.

“I still honestly haven’t gotten used to being judged by lies.”

Despite the controversy, Jacobs had nothing but praise for AEW and Tony Khan, crediting the promotion with creating better financial opportunities for wrestlers, adding that “So many people are making a living and making good money because of Tony.”

Jacobs left AEW in 2024, with Fightful Select reporting at the time that AEW wanted to freshen up its writers room and that Jacobs had been feeling burned out before his exit. Though his time in AEW is over, Jacobs remains adamant that he did not betray the trust of those in the company and never leaked to WWE.

It’s been years since Cody Rhodes last appeared for All Elite Wrestling, but the promotion hasn’t forgotten about the former EVP. On this week’s Dynamite, MJF brought up Cody in a tense in-ring face-off with the American Nightmare’s brother Dustin Rhodes.

MJF began his promo by mentioned that he got rid of Jeff Jarrett and that AEW stands for ‘All Elderly Wrestling’ thanks to Double-J. During his segement, MJF was interrupted by Max Caster and Hangman Page, before Dustin Rhodes arrived on the scene.

Dustin made it clear that MJF should keep Owen Hart’s name out of his mouth. He also criticized MJF for bringing up past addiction, pointing out that he had fought and overcame addiction. Rhodes added that MJF is not “the devil” because he has been to hell and made it out alive. He firmly declared that he is better than MJF—and that MJF knows it.

Never at a loss for words, MJF fired back by saying it took Dustin his whole career to get out of his father’s shadow and now he’s in the shadow of his little baby brother. This was a nod to Cody who has seen immense success since returning to WWE in April 2022.

These comments prompted Dustin to hit MJF and the two men brawled. Though security was able to split the pair, MJF escaped and kicked Rhodes in the crotch. It remains to be seen what’s to come for the two, but fans can expect that this showdown won’t be the last time MJF and Dustin Rhodes share the ring.

The Gunn Club is back on AEW TV.

This week’s episode of Dynamite from Gateway Center Arena at College Park in Atlanta, Georgia featured a segment with the new AEW World Tag Team Champions The Hurt Syndicate.

MVP cut a promo on the victory of Shelton Benjamin and Bobby Lashley and told the crowd to get on their feet for the new champions. He then praised the Private Party and claimed that they were in the wrong place at the wrong time.

The former WWE star also teased an announcement but before he could go any further, The Gunn Club’s music hit and the duo of Austin and Colten Gunn made their way to the ring.

THE GUNNS HAVE RETURNED #AEWDynamite #AEW pic.twitter.com/HOoVLGnfdp

— TalonWulf • ??? • ??? (@TalonWulf_) February 6, 2025

• Max Caster Blames The Acclaimed Split On “Bad Influence” Billy Gunn

When MVP asked them what their business was, Austin introduced the duo as former tag team champions to The Hurt Syndicate. He claimed that they’ve been waiting years to get their rematch for the tag titles.

Colten then claimed that it’s time for the Gunns to take back their titles and in response, MVP granted them a title match for next week’s episode of Dynamite.

The duo of Austin and Colten Gunn have not wrestled on AEW programming since last September. Austin Gunn had suffered an injury during their last match with The Cage of Agony. His brother had also been pulled from TV in his absence. 

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AEW Grand Slam: Australia will mark the promotion’s first event in the country, though feelings on the show remain mixed. What AEW had intended to be a massive event in Suncorp Stadium, will instead be a much smaller affair in the Brisbane Entertainment Centre. With just two matches confirmed at time of writing, it remains to be seen what kind of show awaits fans down under.

On the subreddit r/squaredcircle, one user shared that they were “feeling scammed” by the changes to the show given how much they have already paid.

“I feel totally ripped off and scammed. What went from a 4 hour event with finales to feuds and insane matches has just become a weekly TV taping? This is absolutely shameful.”

Their post led to several fans sharing their backlash to the event. One fan had hoped that the previously-promised massive event would have won over their non-wrestling friends.

“I convinced a bunch of non-wrestling friends to come with me and some to FLY here from across the country… until the recent announcement that the SHOW HAS BEEN DOWNGRADED TO A TV TAPING. From a 4-hour PPV to a 2-hour Collision. That is absolutely such a kick in the balls.”

One fan who is set to attend the show revealed they wouldn’t mind seeing their first time attending an AEW event be cancelled.

“Honestly if they cancelled the show I’d be so bummed out but also would sort of be happy to get my $750 back. Obviously don’t want that to happen but it’s been such a drag that if they did it I’ve already been beat down enough where I’d not care that much.”

One fan said the experience had made them swear off attending any future AEW events, if the company ever returns to Australia at all.

“I hate travelling, money’s tight right now but I figured at least I’d get to see AEW put on a huge show… I’d never go see an AEW show again but honestly I doubt they’ll come back anyway after how this debacle went.”

One of te commenters was in a similar boat and similarly was through paying to attend AEW events after their debacle with Grand Slam: Australia.

“I’ve spent $4,500 for tickets, hotel and flights for the weekend. Only my wife and I going. I honestly wouldn’t go to another AEW show, the amount of money spent on this one show wouldn’t even be worth it with a PPV, let alone what we’re being dished up.”

The move of location, reportedly due to poor ticket sales, has added an extra cost for one commenter on the thread:

“Between tickets, flights & accommodation I spent over $1,000 and now I still have to pay for a 30 minute Uber because the Brisbane Entertainment Centre is no where near Suncorp Stadium and PT isn’t running out to the Entertainment Centre that weekend.”

While one would assume moving to a smaller venue would guarantee fans a better look of the action, one commenter said they’ve been moved to “crap seats at the back of the venue.” They added that AEW Grand Slam: Australia has been a disappointment every step of the way.

“They picked the worst location, did practically zero marketing for it, f****d over fans with the relocation and now cut the show into half of what it’s supposed to be. Unless this event ends up making all this s*** worthwhile, I will not bother attending an AEW event in the future if this is how poorly they handle things.”

AEW saw massive success with its All In events in the UK, but that excitement hasn’t translated over to Australia. With Grand Slam just over a week away, it remains to be seen what can be done, if anything, to win over disgruntled fans.

Saraya and Ronnie Radke of Falling in Reverse were in a relationship for six years, but it came to an end in January 2025. Fans were curious about the reasons behind their breakup, and now Saraya has shed light on the matter.

While speaking to TMZ Sports, Saraya revealed that the breakup was due to the couple simply drifting apart over time.

“I’m doing great, it was meant to be. We’re good friends, though. It ended amicably. We just drifted apart in a way; we’re just better off as friends.“

Saraya added that the couple’s respective schedules played a role in the split as both are “geting bigger and so much busier. While Radke was “really sweet,” the pair simply weren’t compatable any more.

“We’re just better off as friends. We were friends beforehand and tried to make it work as a relationship. It worked, and then it didn’t.”

Following the breakup, Saraya responded to a fan on X asking if she was trawling for boyfriends, stating “Nope, I’m good.” Only time will tell what the future holds for Saraya, but she remains determined to make 2025 a big year for her, both in pro wrestling and in her personal life.

Saraya Reflects on WWE Career, Teases Possible Comeback

Saraya says she is ready to compete now and only waiting for the right opportunity to make her AEW return.

The former women’s champion has not wrestled for AEW since last October. After her feud with Jamie Hayter that started at All In London, the wrestling veteran took time off to focus on other projects.

In a new interview with TMZ, Saraya was asked when she would be returning to the ring. The female star confirmed that she is medically cleared to compete and they’re just waiting on the right storyline to reintroduce her on TV:

“I don’t know. I’m ready to go now. It’s just trying to find the best way to introduce me again. Which I think I would love to go against Mercedes. I think it’s important. She ended my career in a way. It’s wrestling, it happens. But coming back I feel like it’d be really great to face off against her.”

• Saraya Dismisses Fan Speculation About Her AEW Absence

Saraya known as Paige in WWE had to retire from active competition in December 2017 after battling neck issues for a long time. Her last match in the company came at a live event where she suffered a neck injury while taking a kick from Sasha Banks now known as Mercedes Mone in AEW.

Apart from this, the former Total Divas star discussed Nikki Bella’s separation with her husband and the former champion teasing her return to WWE. She also revealed that her current contract with AEW expires later this year. You can check out her comments on the matter here.

• Saraya Hints at AEW Return With A New Character

During her time with WWE, Saraya was regarded as a pioneer in women’s wrestling as her ‘Anti-Diva’ persona won over countless fans. While she has been with AEW for over two years, she hasn’t ruled out the possibility of returning to WWE in the future.

In an interview with TMZ Sports, Saraya expressed her love and appreciation for WWE when asked about a potential return:

“Yeah, I love WWE. I appreciate everybody there. They made me. They gave me my career, and I’m just appreciative of that. One day—who knows? I love my time in AEW though. My contract’s up with AEW in September, so I don’t know, maybe I’ll stay with them, maybe not, I don’t know.”

Saraya also spoke about how much she has enjoyed her time in AEW. With her contract set to expire in September, she remains uncertain about her next steps. She may choose to stay with AEW or potentially return to WWE, keeping her options open.

Saraya’s most recent appearance was on the October 8 episode of AEW Dynamite, where she competed in a 4-Way AEW Women’s World Title Eliminator Match against Jamie Hayter, Willow Nightingale, and Nyla Rose. In 2023, Saraya held the AEW Women’s World Championship, her only title to date so far in the promotion.

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Saraya left WWE in July 2022 when her contract was not renewed, though Triple H did make an effort at the time to bring her back and keep her from AEW. With the Game now fully in charge of WWE’s creative vision, it remains to be seen if a return is in the works for the former Paige.

Danhausen wishes he could have worked with William Regal more during the latter’s AEW run.

The comedy star got to share a brief moment with the wrestling veteran back in 2022. After an episode of Dynamite from New Orleans, Louisiana, The Blackpool Combat Club invited him to the ring. The 34-year-old praised Regal’s suit and cursed the now former AEW star when he refused to hand over his clothes. Regal played his part perfectly before Bryan Danielson got Danhausen to un-curse him.

The AEW star talked about this segment during his recent interview with Chris Van Vliet. He claimed that William Regal does not get enough credit for his comic work, and expressed disappointment at not being able to do more with the wrestling legend in the promotion:

“I wish I had been able to do more with him on screen because he was also a guy, I took a lot of my facial expressions from. I don’t know why people don’t [realize]. He’s one of the best comedic wrestlers wherever he was, all of that stuff with Tajiri, he’s just making faces constantly.

The match with The Big Show, I see the clip all the time now where he hits him with the brass knuckles and The Big Show falls back and then falls on him, just things like that. He’s a great straight man but he’s also plays a great comedic heel.”

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William Regal made his surprise AEW debut at the 2022 Revolution PPV. His appearance led to the formation of the Blackpool Combat Club. His run with the company only lasted 9 months, however, as Regal returned to WWE in December that year to work with his son.

Apart from Regal, Danhausen also named Christian Cage as someone he’s taken inspiration from. He noted how Cage has done comedic things like wearing giant sunglasses and hats while maintaining the image of a serious in ring performer and being tag team champion at the same time.

You can check out Danhausen’s interaction with William Regal below:

AEW taped the February 1 episode of Collision from Huntsville, Alabama alongside this week’s Dynamite episode. The show that will go head-to-head with WWE Royal Rumble featured multiple returns. You can check out the full spoilers below:

Singles Match: Rush def. Max Caster – Caster issued an open challenge only to be crushed by returning Rush. The winning star took the mic afterward and yelled at Beast Mortos.

Tag Team Match: Samoa Joe & Hook def Nick Wayne & Kip Sabian – Joe won the match for his team pinning Sabian using a muscle buster. Christian attacked Joe and Hook after the match.

Tag Team Match: Chris Jericho & Bryan Keith defeated The Outrunners – Big Bill who was at ringside tripped Magnum, allowing Keith to get the pin on Floyd. The winners continued with a post-match attack until Bandido’s music hit. The masked star took Jericho and others out to end the segment.

Mid-South Street Fight: FTR def. Jon Moxley & Wheeler Yuta – The fight started before everyone could even get to the ring. Mox unsuccessfully tried to use pliers on Dax Harwood’s nose at one point. Marina Shafir & Claudio Castagnoli kept interfering in the bout until Jay White and Adam Copeland came out to even the odds. In the end, FTR won after taking Yuta out with a spike piledriver on the announce desk.

Toni Storm Promo: Back in her Timeless avatar, Storm admitted to playing the role of The Rockstar for the last six weeks. Toni then talked about Mariah May’s betrayal and proclaimed that her time is over.

• Toni Storm Brings Back ‘Timeless’ Persona on AEW Collision

Singles Match: Megan Bayne def. Hyena Hera – Bayne won the match with an F5.

Singles Match: Harley Cameron def. Taya Valkyrie

TNT Championship Match: Daniel Garcia (c) def.  Kyle O’Reilly & Lee Moriarty – Garcia won via a roll up on Moriarty. Shane Taylor Promotions and The Infantry surrounded the ring after the match but Undisputed Kingdom’s music hit and Adam Cole and Roderick Strong came out to chase them away. Adam Cole cut a promo thanking the fans and did his catchphrase with Garcia to end the show.

Powerhouse Hobbs appeared in a pre-taped segment on this week’s episode of AEW Dynamite, announcing that he wasn’t cleared to travel for the show. This came just days after his brawl with Big Bill on Collision.

During the segment, Hobbs boasted about taking the big man to hell and made it clear that their feud was far from over, stating that “hell was just the beginning.” However, despite his absence from the live broadcast, Hobbs was actually in attendance for the show. 

According to Fightful Select’s Sean Ross Sapp, Hobbs was not medically cleared for in-ring action on Wednesday night, which led to the decision to air a pre-taped segment instead. While Hobbs was present at the venue and willing to perform, the report states that he had stitches that had not yet fully healed. He was reportedly advised to take an additional week before being cleared for competition.

The report also noted that Hobbs was originally planned to play a major role on both Dynamite and Collision. As a result, his absence caused a ripple effect, leading to multiple changes in AEW’s programming this week. AEW is taping Saturday’s Collision immediately after Dynamite.

Jon Moxley, the reigning AEW World Champion and leader of the Death Riders faction, has recently voiced his concerns about All Elite Wrestling’s (AEW) current trajectory. He perceives the organization at a pivotal juncture and has assumed a proactive role in steering its future. In a candid interview with Renee Paquette, Moxley emphasized the precarious position AEW occupies.

“We are one mistake away—one bad decision away—from setting this business back 20 years… I take all the bullets around here,” Moxley said.

This remark underscores his deep sense of responsibility and commitment to the company’s success.

Reflecting on AEW’s evolution, Moxley acknowledges the challenges and missteps that have occurred. He believes that the company must focus on building a sustainable future, emphasizing the importance of fostering talent and creating compelling storylines. He has been instrumental in mentoring emerging wrestlers, aiming to elevate the overall quality and depth of the roster.

Moxley’s leadership has not gone unnoticed by his peers. Claudio Castagnoli, a fellow member of the Death Riders, praised Moxley’s dedication, stating that he “truly believes Moxley just wants to make AEW a better place, not just a company that bows at his feet.” This sentiment reflects the respect Moxley commands within the locker room.

Historically, Moxley has been a cornerstone for AEW, often stepping into prominent roles during tumultuous times. His resilience and unwavering commitment have solidified his reputation as a dependable leader. However, his assertive approach has also sparked discussions about the direction of AEW’s leadership and creative storytelling.

The broader implications of Moxley’s stance suggest a potential shift in AEW’s internal dynamics. His call for accountability and excellence may influence the company’s leadership strategies, talent development, and narrative structures. The wrestling community is keenly observing whether AEW will align with Moxley’s vision or chart a different course.

As AEW navigates this critical period, the organization’s response to Moxley’s insights will be pivotal. The wrestling world awaits to see if AEW will embrace the challenge to innovate and grow or resist the proposed changes.

Britt Baker has been a major topic of discussion lately, with rumors that she may be done with AEW after not appearing for the promotion for months. While speaking to The Takedown on Sports Illustrated, Chris Jericho was asked about Britt Baker’s status in AEW and whether she might be leaving the company.

“I don’t see her leaving or going anywhere, and I’m looking forward to having her come back on the show because she has a great character and a great presence and, once again, a great fan base within AEW and within the wrestling world.”

Jericho added that Baker is an AEW ‘OG’ and highlighted the former Women’s World Champion as “one of our first homegrown stars.” Though it’s been reported that Baker is massively unpopular within AEW, a follow-up report said that this was an exaggeration.

Britt Baker has not appeared on AEW television since the November 13 episode of AEW Dynamite, where she defeated Penelope Ford and was confronted by Serena Deeb. Only time will tell when “The Doctor” will make her return, but Jericho remains confident that she will be back.