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WWE released the IIconics during one of the company’s mass firings. They have both landed in Impact Wrestling where they immediately won the Knockouts Tag Team Titles. That adjustment period had to come fast for the IInspiration. Jessica McKay revealed the people who helped her and tag team partner Cassie Lee following their release from … Read more
Kevin Owens choose to sign a new multi-year contract with WWE despite widespread belief he would join AEW when his deal expires. That doesn’t mean the higher ups in the Boston-based wrestling promotion are not happy with his decision to stay with his current employer. Owens, 37, recently renewed his contract with WWE. He signed … Read more
Ring of Honor (ROH) World Champion Bandido has tested positive for coronavirus and won’t be present at the Final Battle pay-per-view (PPV) event, the company recently announced via its official Twitter handle. Final Battle, which will mark the end of ROH ahead of its planned revamp, is set to take place this Saturday (December 11). … Read more
Former WWE star Virgil recently took to Instagram to show love and support to Jeff Hardy who was released by the company Thursday (Dec. 9). Hardy’s release came days after he walked out mid match at a WWE house show. “Much love to Jeff. He is one of the realest dudes,” Virgil said. He continued, … Read more
A new promotion is set to replace Beyond Wrestling’s Uncharted Territory. Apparently, the promoters are done with Uncharted Territory and want to replace it with a fresh product. Uncharted Territory is currently running its third season. If the creators follow up on their plans, then this will be the final season of the promotion. The … Read more
WWE star Natalya was a guest on the latest episode of The Bump alongside fellow wrestlers Titus O’Neil and Dolph Ziggler. The “Queen of Harts” talked about the latest crop of talent in the company. Natalya also praised SmackDown star Toni Storm for her work ethic, saying the 26-year-old has great passion for the wrestling … Read more
Sonya Deville recently talked about her experience working with WWE Chairman Vince McMahon. Deville, who plays an authority figure alongside Adam Pearce on SmackDown, said working with the WWE head honcho has been a great experience thus far. “Yeah, that’s been really cool,” the 28-year-old told PopCulture.com during an interview. She continued, “Working with Vince … Read more
The wrestling world, including WWE Chairman Vince McMahon, has reacted to the passing of Hall of Famer Famer Blackjack Lanza, who died Wednesday (Dec. 8) at the age of 86. “Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Jack Lanza,” McMahon said in a tweet. He continued, “He was a man’s man, respected … Read more
Mercedes Martinez has ruled out the possibility of returning to WWE as a performer. The 41-year-old signed with the company last year but was released due to budget cuts in August 2021. During an interview with Oral Sessions with Renee Paquette, Martinez said that though it is unlikely that she would return to the company … Read more
AEW star MJF has said that pinning CM Punk would be the highlight of his career. “Pinning his shoulders to the mat would be the biggest highlight of my career,” he told Sports Illustrated during an interview. The two are currently involved in a feud, which is being referred to as one of the hottest … Read more
Brian Cage is still signed to AEW despite not making an on-screen appearance for the company. The former FTW champion last appeared on the October 10th episode of AEW Rampage where he lost to Ricky Starks in a title match. According to Fightful Select, Cage was present backstage at this week’s Dynamite episode but didn’t … Read more
Bron Breakker recently spoke about the origins of his wrestling name. The NXT 2.0 star was originally supposed to go with “Rex Steiner”, but the higher ups dropped the name altogether and replaced it with Bron Breakker. In an interview with Daily DDT, the 24-year-old revealed he was the one who came up with the … Read more
AEW wrestler Ryan Nemeth has opened up about his experience so far as a professional wrestler and how it has been going working with the nascent wrestling promotion. In an interview with “Into The Danger Zone” podcast, the 37-year-old talked about pro wrestling, his experience working with fellow wrestlers in AEW, the Jon Huber Legacy … Read more
NWA wrestler ‘The Pope’ Elijah Burke was rushed to a hospital in Atlanta following a spot that took place at the company’s “Hard Times 2” PPV last night. According to PWInsider, Burke was involved in an angle after the show’s main event, which saw NWA World’s Heavyweight Champion Trevor Murdoch retain his title against Mike … Read more
Jim Cornette is widely regarded as one of the greatest managers of all time. The legendary wrestling personality managed the likes of Vader, Owen Hart, Yokozuna, and The Midnight Express, to name a few. In addition to to being an accomplished manager, Cornette is known for his exceptional promo skills. The guy could put over … Read more
Raquel Gonzalez has revealed how she and other performers at NXT 2.0 have been doing without Triple H, who underwent a heart surgery in September and is currently recovering following the cardiac event. “He is the most amazing influence and person to have here,” Gonzalez told The Wrestling Inc. Daily during an interview. She continued, … Read more
Former WWE superstar “Bushwhacker” Luke Williams has bought a 50% stake in an independent wrestling promotion called Independent Superstars of Professional Wrestling (ISPW). The East Coast independent promotion is ran and operated by long-time promoter Tommy Fierro. ISPW was a popular promotion in New Jersey during the professional wrestling’s boom period known as the Attitude … Read more
Tony Khan has revealed the strategy he uses when it comes to promos in AEW, saying wrestlers in his promotion don’t read from scripts, rather they showcase their personalities during promos. “I really try to let people cut loose on the promos and build a personal issue,” the AEW head honcho said during an interview … Read more
WWE superstar Edge may be getting some help from a fellow Hall of Famer amid his ongoing angle with The Miz. The past episode of Monday Night RAW saw the “Rated R Superstar” engage in a verbal spat with the former WWE champion. According to PW Insider, the feud might see the inclusion of Beth … Read more
WWE superstar Austin Theory recently posted a picture from Stars Wars on his Twitter account. The image contained no caption, leaving fans to speculate the meaning behind the tweet. The graphic in question shows Emperor Palpatine (before he became Darth Sidious) looking at his protégé Anakin Skywalker (who would go on to become Darth Vader). … Read more
Former WWE superstar Jaxson Ryker has opened up about his recent departure from the company. The 39-year-old was given his release papers earlier this month. In an interview with Wrestling for the Faith, the former Gunner said he does not have any resentment towards anyone for his ouster from the company. “It’s been — you … Read more