Nia Jax has been with WWE for a long time and can often be found getting in the face of children in the crowd. While speaking to Ring the Belle, Jax was asked about her apparent disdain for the younger members of the WWE Universe.

“Listen, these kids—you think they’re all innocent and sweet, but they come at me. They’re so rude! I’m out there doing them a favor, and they yell and shout things at me. ‘You suck, kid!’”

Jax’s feud with children has led to some interesting situations on TV. During the May 17, 2024, edition of WWE SmackDown, Jax took things a step further by going after Jade Cargill’s daughter, who was sitting in the front row. The former WWE Women’s Champion later shared that the exchange was therapeutic for her.

Nia Jax will be in action at WWE Elimination Chamber: Toronto on March 1, where she and Candice LeRae will battle Tiffany Stratton and Trish Stratus. Despite having the Women’s Champion and a Hall of Famer to deal with, fans shouldn’t be surprised if Jax takes a break from the action to target the younger members of the WWE Universe at ringside.

Roxanne Perez will compete inside the Women’s Elimination Chamber match on March 1, a bout with WrestleMania implications. The victor will challenge either Rhea Ripley or IYO SKY for the WWE Women’s World Championship this April in Las Vegas.

Taking to X (fka Twitter,) Perez shared that she promised herself ten years ago that she would compete at WrestleMania. With the opportunity to do just that getting closer, the Prodigy doesn’t plan on letting the chance “slip through my fingers,” and dedicated her match in Toronto to her past self.

Whether she wins or loses at Elimination Chamber: Toronto, WrestleMania certainly appears to be in Perez’ future. Since arriving in WWE in 2021, The Prodigy has established herself as a major name in the women’s division, with two reigns as NXT Women’s Champion to her name. With plenty of success already and at the tender age of 23, Perez competing at WrestleMania doesn’t appear to be a question of if, but when.

Perez will face some stiff competion in this weekend’s Elimination Chamber, with former Chamber winners Alexa Bliss and Bianca Belair being a part of the match. Nevertheless, Roxanne has WrestleMania-sized dreams and is ready to fulfill the promise she made to her younger self.

Could more WWE programming be heading to Netflix in the future? Don’t count it out according to Nick Khan. Speaking on the TKO 2024 earnings call, the WWE President addressed the partnership between WWE and the streaming juggernaut so far.

“They’ve been phenomenal to deal with. They’ve promoted us in a way we hoped we would be promoted, even more so than we had hoped.”

Khan shared that Netflix has shown “an apetite for more WWE.” With plans already in motion, fans can expect much more WWE content on the platform.

“The appetite by Netflix to have additional ancillary programming, we announced a few weeks ago, we’re doing a WWE behind the scenes show with Netflix, which will come out later this year. Assume there is more cooking in the pipeline.”

Netflix currently hosts Monday Night Raw, while fans outside the U.S. also receive SmackDown, WWE NXT, and Premium Live Events. PLEs from WWE’s past are also available, as are some (though by no means all) TV broadcasts from WWE history.

WWE’s partnership with Netflix has been a runaway success thus far with the alliance exceeding Khan’s expectations. Now, fans can expect much more content to come in the pipeline.

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WWE has opened the door for collaborations with other promotions since Triple H took over creative but this new approach will be reaching a whole new level when Karrion Kross appears alongside AEW talents for a show.

Future Stars of Wrestling announced on Twitter that the former NXT Champion will be returning to the company for their March 23 show. The event titled ‘Benefit For Bey’ will be raising funds to assist TNA star Chris Bey after his neck injury last year in October:

• Mercedes Mone Opens Up About ‘Darkness’ Surrounding Her WWE Departure

The show will also feature multiple top AEW stars in the lineup including former AEW Champion Swerve Strickland and Brian Cage. Other names announced for the event include John Morrison, Rich Swann, Sam Adonis, Rhyno, Ace Austin and more.

Chris Bey suffered the neck injury during last year’s post-Bound For Glory TV tapings. He was competing in a tag team match against The Hardy Boyz while an awkward fall resulted in him having to be stretchered out of the arena.

The 29-year-old star had to undergo emergency surgery for the injury that had left him temporarily paralyzed. He spent a week in ICU after undergoing operation for spinal cord fusion (C6-C7 and C6-T1).

The TNA star provided a positive update on his recovery earlier this month, revealing that he is able to stand up and walk on his own again. Bay still has a long way to go in his recovery. You can check out ways to help the injured star here.

• Drew McIntyre Provides Update On His Knee Before Elimination Chamber

For years, fans have debated the origins of the New World Order’s (NWO) iconic swagger—but now, WWE legend X-Pac has finally set the record straight. In a recent interview on No-Contest Wrestling with O’Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson, the two-time Hall of Famer revealed that the NWO took heavy inspiration from Ice Cube and Westside Connection during their rise in the Monday Night Wars.

“We stole that sh*t from Westside Connection,” X-Pac admitted. “Bow down when we come to your town—all that sh*t. The attitude, everything, we jacked it.”

During the late ‘90s, both the NWO and Westside Connection embodied an unapologetic, rebellious energy that resonated with fans.

Whether it was Kevin Nash rocking FUBU, Scott Hall throwing up the “Too Sweet,” or the group’s overall streetwise bravado, their presentation mirrored the defiant confidence that Westside Connection brought to hip-hop.

Jackson Jr., whose father Ice Cube founded Westside Connection, immediately recognized the parallels. The moment led to a deeper discussion about how wrestling and hip-hop have been connected for decades—well before the days of WWE collaborating with Bad Bunny or Snoop Dogg.

“You could tell there was a heavy hip-hop influence,” TJ Jefferson added. “The bandanas, the Jordans, the ‘thug life’ attitude—y’all were basically rap stars in wrestling gear.”

X-Pac even recalled a house show at The Forum in Inglewood, CA, where he took that influence to the next level.

“I came out to ‘Gangsta, the Killa, and the Dope Dealer’ at a show in Inglewood,” he said. “When I got backstage, they chewed me out because of the lyrics, but I didn’t care. We were in L.A. It was perfect.”

The NWO’s impact on wrestling is undeniable, but this revelation cements their place in hip-hop history as well.

Without Ice Cube, WCW’s biggest faction might not have had the same edge—a surprising connection that makes both the rap and wrestling worlds even more intertwined.

TKO Group, the parent company of WWE and UFC, held an investor call on February 26, 2025, to discuss financial performance and strategic plans.

Key topics included WWE’s expanding global events, media rights negotiations, and financial outlook.

WWE Premium Live Events and Media Rights

• TKO CFO Andrew Schleimer revealed that Saudi Arabia will host three WWE Premium Live Events (PLEs) in 2026, including the Royal Rumble. One PLE is also scheduled for Saudi Arabia in 2025.

• WWE’s media rights deal with Peacock is set to expire in March 2026. TKO executives are evaluating new distribution opportunities.

Viewership Growth and Content Expansion

• Since moving from USA Network to Netflix in early 2025, Monday Night Raw has seen a 13% increase in viewership. NXT has also experienced strong audience growth on The CW Network.

• WWE President Nick Khan stated that Netflix is actively exploring additional WWE programming.

Financial Performance

• WWE reported $1.398 billion in revenue for 2024, though Q4 revenue declined by $33 million year-over-year to $298.3 million due to transitional media deals.

• Adjusted EBITDA for WWE in Q4 was $114.3 million, reflecting a 19% decrease from the previous year.

• TKO Group’s overall Q4 2024 revenue was $642.2 million, with UFC helping to balance WWE’s decline.

Cash Dividend and Future Projections

• TKO announced its first quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per share, totaling $75 million, payable on March 31, 2025.

• The company projects total revenue between $2.93 billion and $3 billion for 2025, with adjusted EBITDA estimated between $1.35 billion and $1.39 billion.

TKO’s investor call highlighted WWE’s continued international expansion, growing streaming presence, and strategic efforts to secure long-term media rights deals amid revenue fluctuations.

In a groundbreaking announcement, WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque revealed that Grammy-nominated rapper Travis Scott will make a special appearance at the highly anticipated WWE Elimination Chamber 2025.

The event, set to take place on March 1 at the Rogers Centre in Toronto, marks the final stop on the road to WrestleMania 41.

Scott, who has been collaborating with WWE on various projects, including providing the theme song for Monday Night Raw on Netflix, is expected to bring his unique energy to the wrestling world.

This partnership continues WWE’s trend of integrating pop culture into its programming, appealing to both wrestling fans and music enthusiasts alike.

While details of Scott’s role at the event remain under wraps, his involvement is likely to add an extra layer of excitement to an already stacked card featuring stars like John Cena, CM Punk, Bianca Belair, and more.

Fans can expect a fusion of music and wrestling entertainment as WWE continues to innovate its live events.

TKO Group has announced its first “TKO Takeover” event series featuring WWE, UFC, and PBR at Kansas City’s T-Mobile Center from April 24-28, 2025. TKO Press Release

The series will begin with Professional Bull Riders on Thursday (April 24), continue with UFC FIGHT NIGHT on Saturday (April 26), and conclude with WWE Raw on Monday (April 28).

VeChain, UFC’s Official Blockchain Partner since 2022, will be the inaugural presenting partner. An all-in-one ticket bundle will be available starting March 3.

Peter Dropick, TKO Executive VP, called it, “a unique opportunity to showcase these three premier properties in one city.”

Kathy Nelson of the Kansas City Sports Commission noted these events “will generate significant economic impact for our hotels and local businesses.”

The three organizations have a long history in Kansas City, collectively bringing more than 60 events to the city over the past two decades. Money in the Bank 2010 remains its most notable PPV/PLE at the T-Mobile Center.

Four WWE superstars are stepping into the world of tabletop role-playing as Dimension 20: Titan Takedown brings professional wrestling to the realm of Dungeons & Dragons.

Streaming platform Dropout has unveiled the first trailer for the highly anticipated crossover season, featuring WWE stars Bayley, Chelsea Green, Xavier Woods, and Kofi Kingston.

The five-part series, led by Dimension 20’s game master Brennan Lee Mulligan, debuts on April 2—just weeks before WrestleMania.

A Clash of Wrestling and Mythology

Set in ancient Athens, Titan Takedown transforms the WWE stars into “righteous wrestlers” battling for glory in an epic in-universe event. Each performer will step into a new fantasy persona:

• Bayley portrays Thea Kitterloo, a powerful minotaur barbarian.
• Chelsea Green takes on the role of Tabatha, a cunning tabaxi rogue.
• Xavier Woods, a longtime D&D fan, plays Julia Mortem, a disciplined monk.
• Kofi Kingston embodies King Adonis Thanaformus, adding royal flair to the adventure.

A New Frontier for Dimension 20

While Dimension 20 has featured guest players from Critical Role and The Adventure Zone, this marks the first time the series has enlisted professional athletes as players. The crossover follows the success of Dungeons and Drag Queens, the show’s first season to feature non-D&D players, which recently wrapped its second installment.

Release Date and Streaming Details

Dimension 20: Titan Takedown premieres exclusively on Dropout on April 2, with new episodes releasing every Wednesday for four weeks.

Nia Jax is fully embracing her role as WWE’s most dangerous force. In her latest appearance on Ring the Belle, Jax jokingly admitted to her “criminal” intentions in the ring, referencing her brutal attacks on Lyra Valkyria and Michin. Regarding the scary finish of her match against Vakyria at King and Queen of the Ring:

“I was just trying to annihilate her!” Jax said.

Known for her powerhouse style, she has been wreaking havoc on WWE’s women’s division, leaving no opponent safe.

Her aggressive persona has sparked strong reactions from fans, with some praising her as a dominant force while others criticize her methods. But Jax isn’t fazed by the backlash.

“I do what I do best—destroy,” she said.

Jax also touched on her ongoing moments with Rhea Ripley, adding another layer to her growing reputation as WWE’s ultimate wrecking machine.

As she continues to leave a path of destruction, one thing is certain—Nia Jax is here to dominate, and she’s having fun doing it.

Check out Nia Jax on Ring the Belle:

WWE Superstar Sheamus (Stephen Farrelly) has signed with Paradigm Sports for representation. The “Celtic Warrior” recently secured a multi-year contract extension with WWE, further solidifying his place as one of the company’s top stars as Monday Night Raw prepares to transition to Netflix.

WWE and TKO Group have a direct pipeline to Paradigm, which also represents CM Punk, Liv Morgan, Drew McIntyre and Jade Cargill, among and others.

Sheamus is the first Irish-born WWE Champion, with accolades including four WWE World Championships, five Tag Team Championships, and three United States Championships. He is also a Grand Slam Champion and one of the select few to win the Royal Rumble, Money in the Bank, and King of the Ring. Fella!

Outside the ring, Sheamus has been branching out with appearances in sports media on ESPN College GameDay, The Pat McAfee Show, and Premier League on NBC/Peacock. He has also been involved in NFL and college football coverage, particularly with the Tennessee Titans and Notre Dame.

His growing list of credits in the entertainment world include roles in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows, Buddy Games, and Fighting with My Family. He has also appeared in NCIS: LA and contributed voice work to Scooby-Doo! and WWE: Curse of the Speed Demon and The Jetsons & WWE: Robo-WrestleMania! (More: Stephen Farrelly on IMDB)

He also runs the popular Celtic Warrior Workouts Youtube channel:

WWE has officially announced that CM Punk will be appearing at three upcoming international events this March, including two tapings of SmackDown.

According to a tweet from WWE UK, Punk’s first stop will be in Brussels on March 17 for a special edition of Monday Night Raw. From there, the Straight Edge Superstar heads to Bologna on March 21 for SmackDown, before rounding out the month in London on March 28—also for SmackDown.

• March 17: Brussels #WWERaw
• March 21: Bologna #SmackDown
• March 28: London #SmackDown

Tickets for these events are now available at WWE.com/events.

CM Punk’s role at WrestleMania 41 is still undetermined, but by the time these shows take place, he’ll be locked in and just weeks away from battle.

Stay tuned to SEScoops for more updates on CM Punk’s international matches and all the latest Road to WrestleMania news.

WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus has announced that she will be present at the February 28th taping of WWE SmackDown this Friday at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario. Stratus shared the news via tweet.

The announcement follows her return on the February 21st episode of SmackDown, where she was confronted and attacked by Nia Jax. Stratus is set to compete at WWE Elimination Chamber, teaming up with Tiffany Stratton against Jax and Candice LeRae.

Current Lineup for WWE SmackDown (February 28, 2025):

• WWE United States Championship: Shinsuke Nakamura (c) vs. LA Knight
• Chelsea Green in action
• Trish Stratus set to appear

New Merch: Tiffy & Trishy Time T-Shirt at WWE Shop

Sonya Deville has commented on her wrestling future following the abrupt end to her decade-long WWE career earlier this month.

The now-former WWE star appeared on Made It Out podcast recently. She talked about things such as growing up in a small town, how she got her break in wrestling, coming out on WWE TV and more.

Talking about her future, Deville noted that she is still processing her release and does not have all the answers yet. The former Absolution member revealed that she booked her first big movie project the same week she got released, and the former champion is not sure if she will be returning to the ring or not:

“I don’t know if wrestling is over for me yet, so that’s something that I’m figuring out right now too and I’m giving myself the time to really decide what the next moves are. But we have some really fun things in the works that I’m excited to share with everybody.”

• Drew McIntyre Provides Update On His Knee Before Elimination Chamber

Everything Is Going To Be Okay: Sonya Deville

Sonya Deville had been talking to WWE about a potential new contract and given the impression that she would be re-signed shortly before officials told her that her deal would not be renewed. Despite how things turned out, however, the former NXT star is not bitter about the situation:

“I’m very in the mentality of nothing happens to you, it happens for you. So I don’t have an ounce of anger, regret. Even the sadness, the sadness is just missing the moments, but the sadness isn’t like, ‘Oh my God, I want to be back there right this second.’ It truly isn’t. It’s Like ‘No, I’m so at peace with What’s happening because I’m such a strong believer in the Universe.’ Whatever the powers that be are, I’m a believer. Because I know that everything is going to be okay.”

While Sonya Deville herself does not sound too worried about her WWE departure, the abrupt end of her run has led to concerns among other female roster members. You can check out an update on how the locker room feels here.

• Mercedes Mone Opens Up About ‘Darkness’ Surrounding Her WWE Departure

WWE returns to Toronto this Saturday for the 2025 Elimination Chamber, the final stop on the road to WrestleMania 41. Taking place at the iconic Rogers Centre, this event promises high-stakes action, emotional rivalries, and a pivotal moment for the Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes as he faces an ultimatum from The Rock.

With two Elimination Chamber matches and a card packed with drama, fans are in for an unforgettable night.

How to Watch

Start Times:

• United States: 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT
• United Kingdom: 12:00 AM GMT (Sunday)
• India: 5:30 AM IST (Sunday)
• Australia: 11:00 AM AEDT (Sunday)

Broadcast Details:

• United States: Peacock
• International: Netflix

Match Card

Men’s Elimination Chamber Match

John Cena vs. CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre vs. Logan Paul vs. Damian Priest vs. Seth Rollins

Six of WWE’s top stars will battle for a shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania. This match marks John Cena’s final Elimination Chamber appearance as part of his farewell tour, while CM Punk looks to continue his resurgence in WWE. With unpredictable competitors like Logan Paul and seasoned veterans like Rollins and McIntyre, chaos is guaranteed inside the steel structure.

Women’s Elimination Chamber Match

Liv Morgan vs. Bianca Belair vs. Alexa Bliss vs. Bayley vs. Naomi vs. Roxanne Perez

The winner of this match will secure a Women’s World Championship opportunity at WrestleMania. Liv Morgan has momentum after a crafty win over Iyo Sky, while Bianca Belair and Alexa Bliss bring their championship pedigree into the mix. Rising star Roxanne Perez and returning Naomi add intrigue to what promises to be a show-stealing contest.

Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens — Unsanctioned Match

Longtime friends turned bitter enemies collide in an unsanctioned match that guarantees no rules and no limits. Owens’ betrayal of Zayn after the Royal Rumble has reignited their storied rivalry, which spans over two decades. With both men fighting in their home country of Canada, this could be the most personal and brutal chapter in their saga.

Tiffany Stratton & Trish Stratus vs. Nia Jax & Candice LeRae

Hometown hero Trish Stratus returns to action alongside WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton in a tag team clash against Nia Jax and Candice LeRae. Stratton’s ongoing feud with Jax adds tension to this matchup, while Stratus aims to deliver “Stratusfaction” to her Toronto fans.

Cody Rhodes Gives The Rock an Answer

The Rock has issued an ultimatum to Cody Rhodes: embrace his offer to become “his champion” or face the consequences. As Rhodes approaches one year as Undisputed WWE Champion, this decision could alter his legacy forever. Fans are eager to see how this confrontation unfolds.

With WrestleMania on the horizon, every match at Elimination Chamber carries immense stakes. Don’t miss this blockbuster event live from Toronto!

Matt Morgan has revealed that his horrible stuttering gimmick was originally meant for The Beast Incarnate Brock Lesnar.

The wrestler-turned-politician recently had an interview with Jonathan Coachman on his YouTube channel. They talked about things such as Morgan’s journey to sobriety, his time in WWE and TNA, and more.

During the interview, the 48-year-old recalled the stuttering gimmick given to him back in 2005. He told the story of Vince McMahon pitching the gimmick and his initial reaction to it:

“He goes, ‘Could you imagine? You, six feet, whatever you are, six ten, six eleven, you’ve all these physical, body perfections, and you have that Achilles’ heel to you that nobody sees coming. And you start to stutter.’ And I’m like, ‘With respect sir, I graduated top of my class in college with a public speaking degree. Are you sure?'”

• Drew McIntyre Provides Update On His Knee Before Elimination Chamber

The Next Big Stutterer

During the interview, Matt Morgan also discussed how Vince had been obsessed with the gimmick for some time. According to him, the boss originally wanted to give the character to Brock Lesnar:

“Vince trying to sell the stuttering character, he actually wanted to put this on Brock Lesnar as God as my witness. He wanted to find somebody that’s jacked and has all these great physical attributes. That looks like a warrior as he put it. But that when they opened their mouth there was this verbal imperfection. Coach we could have had ‘The next Big Stutterer.'”

Morgan debuted the stuttering gimmick in April 2005, defeating then-unknown Matt Cardona in his debut. He then aligned himself with Carlito as his backup in May. The gimmick did not last long and Morgan was released from his contract in July that year after Carlito was drafted to Raw.

• Carmella Breaks Silence After Unceremonious End To WWE Run

Despite being one of WWE’s top stars, Bianca Belair admits that stepping into a leadership role in the company wasn’t always easy. In a recent interview with CBS Sports’ Shakiel Mahjouri, the former Raw and SmackDown Women’s Champion reflected on the challenges of moving from a rising star to a veteran presence in the locker room.

“When I first came onto the main roster, I was thrown into things very quickly,” Belair recalled. “I won the Royal Rumble, I main-evented WrestleMania. But I was used to being led. I was in the ring with a vet like Sasha [Banks], then Becky [Lynch], then Asuka, then Bayley. I wanted to soak up and absorb as much as I could from them.”

That dynamic changed when she became one of WWE’s most decorated superstars.

“I remember when I became Raw Women’s Champion, and all of a sudden, I was like, ‘Oh, okay… I’m not in the ring with them anymore. I have to lead now,’” she admitted.

“I got a little uncomfortable because I was so used to feeling safe. I knew we were going to have a great match, and they were leading me. Now, I was in this new role where I’m looked at as the vet, but I still felt like I was learning.”

Belair’s evolution extended beyond singles competition. Her time as a tag team wrestler alongside Naomi has helped her grow in new ways.

“I’ve learned more in a different way this past year than I’ve learned on the main roster,” she said. “I’ve learned how to be a better partner, how to take the ego out of things, and that it doesn’t always have to be about you for you to accomplish something.”

As she prepares for Elimination Chamber and a potential WrestleMania 41 showdown with Rhea Ripley, Belair continues to embrace her role as a leader.

“The division needs to evolve. That’s the whole point of all of this,” she said. “And I want to be part of that.”

WWE Elimination Chamber 2025 takes place this Saturday, March 1 from Toronto.

WWE power couple Bianca Belair and Montez Ford support each other in everything—but Belair draws the line at one of Ford’s bizarre diet habits. In a CBS Sports interview, Belair revealed her husband drinks raw egg whites every morning.

“That’s such a toxic trait to me,” she joked. “But you know what? I actually tried it, and it’s not that bad.”

Despite giving it a chance, Belair isn’t making it a habit.

“No, but you know what? I would rather drink the egg whites than eat boiled eggs at this point,” she admitted.

Years of training and meal prep left her burned out on traditional protein sources.

“I was eating so many boiled eggs that I don’t think I could eat another one in my life.”

The couple’s busy WWE schedule means they often rely on quick nutrition on the road—even gas station hard-boiled eggs in desperate situations. But Ford’s dedication to his raw egg whites remains unmatched.

“Maybe if I leave some in my purse for three days, Montez will still drink them,” Belair joked.

Bianca Belair isn’t just aiming for another WrestleMania moment—she wants two.The former WWE Women’s Champion revealed in a CBS Sports interview with Shakiel Mahjouri that she hopes to wrestle on both nights of WrestleMania 41, aiming for singles gold while also competing for the Women’s Tag Team Championships.

“I want to win the Elimination Chamber… I’ve won it before, so I want to win it again and go to WrestleMania. I want to face Rhea Ripley,” Belair said, calling it a “dream match” for both herself and fans.

But her ambitions don’t stop there. With WrestleMania now a two-night event, Belair wants to make history by wrestling on both nights on the show. In the interview taken before this week’s Raw, the EST said that she would love to walk out of the Show of Show with two titles:

“I would love to defend our tag team titles at WrestleMania. I would love to wrestle two nights and walk out with two titles.”

The duo of Bianca and Naomi lost the tag titles to Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez at this past Monday’s show. While it makes achieving her dream harder, she can still fulfil it by cashing in the rematch and challenging for both singles and tag gold at the two-night PPV.

Belair’s undefeated record at WrestleMania also adds intrigue to her plans. She currently holds a 4-0 streak at WWE’s biggest event and is determined to keep it alive.

“It’ll be number five, so I want to continue to be undefeated.”

With the Elimination Chamber match on March 1 serving as her path to Ripley, Belair’s road to WrestleMania 41 could lead to one of the most dominant weekends of her career.

WWE Elimination Chamber 2025 takes place this Saturday, March 1 from Toronto. WrestleMania 41 is scheduled for seven weeks later – Saturday, April 19 and Sunday April 20 from Las Vegas.

Drew McIntyre is making one thing clear: nothing is stopping him from winning the Elimination Chamber and taking his rightful place at WrestleMania. During the WWE Elimination Chamber 2025 media call, McIntyre spoke with intensity about his mindset heading into one of the most brutal matches on the road to WrestleMania.

“I’m winning that match. I’m getting my title match against Cody. I’m getting my moment at WrestleMania… and I don’t care if anyone else likes it,” McIntyre declared.

The Scottish Warrior also reflected on his journey over the past year, including his rivalry with CM Punk and the challenges he’s faced in the title picture. After missing his chance to hold the WWE Championship in front of live crowds due to the pandemic, McIntyre sees this as his redemption moment.

“Last time I got it, obviously Punk screwed me over, then Priest capitalized like a freaking snake. I’m getting that run, and I don’t care if anyone else likes it.

If they do, cool—they’re with me through my struggle. But they’re gonna deal with it, and they’re gonna like it, because Drew McIntyre is simply the best right now.”

McIntyre didn’t hold back on his frustrations with how quickly fans and management move on from talent in WWE.

“It was for the fans before, but the reality is when I’m gone, they move on. I saw it when I was gone after Hell in a Cell. They move on so quick… I will not have any freaking regrets.”

With Elimination Chamber looming, McIntyre is focused on one goal—winning. And he’s not concerned with who stands in his way, be it CM Punk, Seth Rollins, or anyone else.

“I owe Punk one, but I’m not focused on him. I’m winning that match, I’m getting my title match against Cody, and I’m walking into WrestleMania to take what’s mine.”

McIntyre’s confidence is at an all-time high. Now, it’s only a matter of time before we see if his words translate into action inside the chamber.

Bianca Belair has been one of WWE’s top babyfaces for years, but the question of a potential heel turn continues to follow her. During the WWE Elimination Chamber 2025 media call, the EST addressed the possibility, making it clear that if she ever turns, fans won’t be cheering for her.

“I never say never, but… being a successful babyface that can consistently stay at the top of the conversation is very hard. Once you get it, you don’t want to let go of that,” Belair explained.

She emphasized that any shift in character would have to be significant, not just for the sake of change.

“If that heel turn happens, the longer you can hold on to being a babyface, the bigger that heel turn will be,” she continued.

However, Belair made it clear that she has no interest in being the kind of heel that fans still cheer for.

“When I hear fans say, ‘I love so-and-so as a heel,’ that doesn’t work for me. If I ever turn heel, I want to be the kind of heel people genuinely don’t like… not the kind they ‘love to hate.’”

Belair also praised Nia Jax for playing the role of a true villain in the women’s division and acknowledged how valuable that is for WWE storytelling.

“Someone like Nia Jax, how valuable she is to this division playing that role—we need that,” she noted.

For now, Belair remains one of WWE’s top heroes, but her comments suggest that if she ever embraces the dark side, she’ll make sure fans truly despise her.

“Right now, I don’t know if I’m ready for that. I don’t know if the fans are ready for that. But if it ever happens, it’s going to be something big.”

With Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania on the horizon, Belair is focused on continuing her dominance. But if a character shift ever comes, it sounds like she’ll make sure it’s unforgettable.

AEW commentator and wrestling veteran Taz recently shared his thoughts on fans comparing wrestlers from AEW and WWE. In a tweet, he acknowledged that fans enjoy making these comparisons but emphasized that it’s ultimately an unfair evaluation.

“I know fans like to compare wrestlers in AEW & WWE the past several years. I know as fans that’s fun to do! I get that, but PLEASE realize is it’s an unfair comparison. It’s too completely different organizations, with different goals creatively. With differing visions. Guys, u r comparing DOGS & CATS! And most of you don’t even realize that.” Taz wrote.

Taz’s perspective aligns with ongoing discussions in the wrestling community about the differences between AEW and WWE. While both companies feature elite talent and compelling storylines, their creative approaches, presentation styles, and business models vary significantly.

As the wrestling landscape continues to evolve, comparisons between AEW and WWE are inevitable. However, Taz’s comments serve as a reminder that each company offers its own unique brand of entertainment.

Ricky Saints quickly became part of NXT after debuting on the February 11 episode following his AEW exit. He has already made an impact with his presence, and it appears he reunited with CM Punk before this week’s NXT episode.

The Second City Saint took to his Instagram story and uploaded a photo of himself alongside Ricky Saints, marking their reunion ahead of the February 25 edition of NXT. Punk and Saints appeared happy together, with Punk humorously referencing their shared moniker by captioning the post, “Couple of Saints.”

Ricky Saints and CM Punk developed a close bond from their time working together in AEW, where they had a notable feud on AEW Collision in 2023. Despite Punk’s departure from AEW, the two have remained close.

As for Ricky Saints, he is set to team up with Je’Von Evans to face Ethan Page and Wes Lee in tag team action during the February 25 edition of NXT. Given this photo, Punk will likely be watching closely as Saints makes his WWE in-ring debut.

The Bloodline may be one of the most dominant factions in WWE history, but behind the scenes, there’s no shortage of laughs. According to Roman Reigns, Jimmy Uso is the funniest member of the group – by far.

In a recent interview with CBS Sports’ Shakiel Mahjouri ahead of the release of WWE 2K25, the “Tribal Chief” opened up about The Bloodline’s real-life chemistry – and why Jimmy stands out as the natural entertainer.

“I would say, and I think we all agree, Big Jim is by far the funniest of all of us,” Reigns said.

He explained that his brother always had a magnetic personality and shined in social situations.

“Way back in the day, we’d be in a bar or something—me and Jey keeping to ourselves—and then like, ‘Where’s your brother at?’ Look around and you see Jim over there making best friends.”

Reigns praised Jimmy for his charisma, positive energy, and ability to make connections with ease.

“Nobody makes best friends like Jim, but that’s because he’s funny, he’s personable, he’s got great energy, he’s super positive, and he’s always having a good time,” he explained. “Jimmy is by far our best greatest entertainer and funny guy.”

The acknowledgment from Reigns only solidifies what many WWE fans already knew—Jimmy Uso’s infectious energy isn’t just an on-screen persona, but a core part of who he is.

With WWE 2K25 on the horizon, fans will soon get to experience The Bloodline’s dominance (and maybe some of Jimmy’s humor) in the virtual ring.

Fox has officially denied reports that it is collaborating with Vince McMahon on a new wrestling promotion. The clarification comes amid speculation about McMahon’s next move following his resignation from WWE in January 2024.

According to The Athletic’s Andrew Marchand, a Fox spokesperson confirmed that the network has no involvement with McMahon in any wrestling-related capacity.

The denial counters speculation that McMahon, who left WWE and its parent company, TKO Group Holdings, might be working on a new venture with Fox as a potential broadcast partner.

McMahon’s resignation came after Janel Grant filed a lawsuit accusing him of sexual misconduct. The lawsuit added to previous controversies, including hush-money payments that had already drawn regulatory scrutiny. While McMahon has remained silent on his future plans, the Fox statement makes it clear that the network is not involved in any such efforts.