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Matt Jackson Takes Another Jab At Randy Orton
Matt Jackson and Randy Orton had a brief exchange on Instagram last week, which resulted in a bit of AEW vs. WWE banter. For those that missed it here on WrestlingNews.com, Jackson posted a clip on his Instagram account from The Young Bucks’ match against Grayson and Evil Uno on last week’s episode of AEW…
WWE Monday Night Raw Results (8/17/20) – Go-Home To SummerSlam
Welcome to our live coverage of WWE Monday Night Raw. Here you will find live results of the broadcast that aired on the USA Network on Monday, August 17, 2020. This week’s show will feature Natalya vs. Mickie James, Shawn Michaels to respond to Randy Orton, a possible Rey Mysterio return and of course Raw…
Kevin Dunn Makes WWE ThunderDome Sound Amazing; Current Shows Not What They Would Like Them To Be
WWE is going to be doing things production-wise they could never otherwise do when they move TV operations to the Amway Center in Orlando, FL on Friday. This according to WWE executive vice president of television production Kevin Dunn who spoke with Sports Illustrated following the company’s announcement of the ThunderDome viewing experience. “We can…
WWE Looking To Sign Daniel Cormier Following UFC Retirement
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Vote Now For NJPW KOPW 2020 Tournament Match Stipulations
New Japan Pro Wrestling has announced the following stipulation possibilities for the KOPW 2020 Tournament, which will take place at their Summer Struggle show on Aug. 26, 2020 from Korakuen Hall: Kazuchika Okada vs. Yujiro Takahashi will either be a 3-on-1 handicap match or lumberjack with a leather strap match. SANADA vs. SHO in a…
Impact Xplosion To Feature New Independent Talent
Benjamin Carter, Tre Lamar and Lee Moriarty will be featured on Impact Xplosion, according to Impact Wrestling Tag Team Champion Alex Shelley. “When I said today was a big day for independent wrestling, I meant it,” Shelley tweeted. “Thank you, @IMPACTWRESTLING for recognizing hard work, drive, talent, and doing things the right way. Chambers, roll…
Triple H Helps Shotzi Blackheart In A Time Of Need
WWE NXT Superstar Shotzi Blackheart had her car and ring gear stolen last week. At the time, she was more upset about losing her helmet more than anything else. Thankfully, everything was found. Today in Twitter, Blackheart shared a heartwarming story about Triple H helping her out during a time of need. “I didn’t get…
WWE Superstar Says He Is A Product Of Sexual Assault
Titus O’Neil issued the following statement to NBC affiliate WFLA News Channel 8 regarding the scary incident that occurred at the home of Sonya Deville over the weekend: “I have spoken to her and I’m glad she’s safe and I’m thankful and grateful that the sheriff’s office took care of the situation immediately,” O’Neil said.…
Eric Bischoff Weighs In On WWE’s New “Thunderdome” Viewing Experience
Eric Bischoff is looking forward to WWE’s new “Thunderdome” viewing experience. As we reported here at WrestlingNews.com, WWE will debut a new viewing experience titled “ThunderDome” on this week’s Friday Night SmackDown emanating from the Amway Center in Orlando. This new initiative will feature “a state-of-the-art set, video boards, pyrotechnics, lasers, cutting-edge graphics and drone…
Semi-Finals To Air Tonight In AEW’s “The Deadly Draw”
The following is advertised for AEW’s “The Deadly Draw” tag team tournament, which will air tonight on YouTube: Diamante and Ivelisse vs. Tay Conti and Anna Jay Brandi Rhodes and Allie vs. Big Swole and Lil’ Swole Both matches are semi-final matches. The finals will air on this week’s episode of AEW Dynamite, which will…
Braun Strowman Calls Out “Fake News” Regarding AEW
There is a report circulating that everyone in WWE except for Roman Reigns have reached out to All Elite Wrestling in some capacity about potential work. We already explained how things like this get out in today’s Ask WNC but one WWE Superstar has taken the time to respond. WWE Universal Champion Braun Strowman took…
More On The Death Of Xavier
ROH Wrestling issued the following statement about the death of Xavier on their official website: “Ring of Honor is saddened to learn of the passing of former ROH World Champion Xavier (John Bedoya). He was 43. A product of the New York independent wrestling scene, Xavier defeated Low Ki on Sept. 21, 2002 to become…
WWE Raw Preview – HBK Confirmed, Natalya vs. Mickie James, Will Mysterio Appear?
Tonight’s episode of WWE Monday Night Raw will be the go-home to SummerSlam show. The following has been announced: Mickie James vs. Natalya Shawn Michaels will appear to respond to Randy Orton’s attack on “one of his closest friends” in Ric Flair. WWE is questioning whether or not Rey Mysterio will return for the first…
WWE Talent Wanting To Go To AEW?, Creating Megastars, More SummerSlam Matches, Loyal Employees Released
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Sonya Deville Releases Statement On ‘Frightening Experience’
Sonya Deville took to Twitter to thank the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (out of Tampa, FL) and everyone who expressed their love and concern for her following the incident that occurred at her home over the weekend. “Thank you everyone for your love and concern,” Deville wrote. “A very frightening experience but thankfully everyone is…
NJPW Summer Struggle Night 11 Results (8/16/20)
New Japan Pro Wrestling’s Summer Struggle tour continued on Sunday with a show from Twin Messe Shizuoka in Shizuoka, Japan. Below are complete results: Satoshi Kojima and Ryusuke Taguchi beat Gabriel Kidd and Yuya Uemura YOSHI-HASHI, Tomohiro Ishii and Hirooki Goto beat Yota Tsuji, Tomoaki Honma and Yuji Nagata Minoru Suzuki and El Desperado beat…
Former ROH World Champion Xavier Dead At 43
Former ROH World Champion John “Xavier” Kirius has died at the age of 43, according to Mike Johnson. Circumstances surrounding his passing are not immediately known. Xavier was the second ROH World Champion in the promotion’s history, winning the title from Low Ki at Unscripted 2002. He went on to hold the title for 182…
Man Arrested For Attempted Kidnapping At Sonya Deville’s Home
Sonya Deville had a serious situation at her home early Sunday morning. TampaBay.com reports Phillip A. Thomas II, 24, was arrested early Sunday morning for attempting to kidnap the owner of a home in the Tampa, Florida suburb of Lutz. According to police, the suspect had never met the homeowner but stalked them on social…
UFC 252 Miocic vs. Cormier 3 Results, DC’s Retirement, Fight Bonuses
UFC 252: Miocic vs. Cormier 3 took place on Saturday night from the UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada. Per usual, the event was closed to fans so there was no attendance. The main story coming out of the show was UFC legend and heavyweight Daniel Cormier announcing his retirement after his main event bout.…
Matt Jackson And Randy Orton Have Exchange On Instagram Over AEW/WWE
Matt Jackson posted a clip on his Instagram account from The Young Bucks’ match against Grayson and Evil Uno on last week’s episode of AEW Dynamite. The clip showed Matt flipping off the stage to the floor and knocking down some other members of the Dark Order in the process. “I really stuck that landing,…
UFC Legend Daniel Cormier Announces Retirement
UFC heavyweight Daniel Cormier announced his retirement from Mixed Martial Arts following his loss to Stipe Miocic in their trilogy bout at UFC 252 on Saturday night. “You know Joe, I’m not interested in fighting for anything but titles and I don’t imagine there is going to be a title in the future so that’ll…
Chris Jericho States Eric Bischoff’s AEW Appearance Spoiled By ‘NXT Reject’
Chris Jericho revealed on last night’s episode of Saturday Night Special it was an “NXT reject” who spoiled Eric Bischoff’s appearance on AEW Dynamite. As we reported here on WrestlingNews.com, Reddit user SpaceForce1 announced Bischoff as the special guest moderator in the debate segment between Jericho and Orange Cassidy on the August 5, 2020 episode…
Sonya Deville Wants To Be Carried Out Of The Ring At SummerSlam
Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville continued their program on social media over the weekend. As announced on the latest episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown, Rose and Deville will square off at SummerSlam in a Hair vs. Hair Match. The match announcement comes after Deville attacked Rose and cut off some of her hair, causing…
Jay White’s Return To NJPW Revealed
Former IWGP Heavyweight Champion Jay White is scheduled to return to New Japan Pro Wrestling on this Friday’s episode of NJPW Strong. The announcement was made during this week’s NJPW Finish Strong video, which we have included in the player above. His opponent has not yet been announced. White has not competed since February 22,…
Cody Wants TNT Title To Be ‘Most Important & Coveted Belt Of All Time’
Cody Rhodes wants the AEW TNT Championship to be the “most important and coveted belt of all time.” “She’s a looker alright,” Cody tweeted. “My goal is to make it the most important and coveted belt of all time. (The walk from my office to the entrance tunnel on Wednesday was maybe my favorite bts…
AEW Dynamite Preempted This Week, Three Hour Show Over Two Nights, More
AEW Dynamite will be preempted this week on TNT due to the 2020 NBA Playoffs. As we reported here on WrestlingNews.com, the network confirmed earlier this month a total of three episodes will be preempted. Those episodes include this Wednesday’s show, the August 26 episode and the September 16 episode. Tony Khan revealed over the…
WWE Moving Away From TV-PG, Braun Strowman’s New Look, Saturday Night’s Main Event Returning?
– This week’s episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown was rated TV-14. That of course is notable considering WWE’s strong commitment to producing PG programming over the last decade. – WWE Universal Champion Braun Strowman debuted a new shaved head look on this week’s SmackDown. You can check out a photo below: Whole new monster……
Backstage News On Rey Mysterio’s Return To WWE
As first reported here on WrestlingNews.com, Rey Mysterio is rumored to make his return to WWE Raw on next week’s episode. Mysterio, who was working without a WWE contract, is believed to have agreed to a new deal. We do not have terms at press time, however, the plan since shortly after the Eye for…
Amway Center To Host WWE Shows With No Fans Through October
WWE has agreed to a deal with the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida to hold all of their television and pay-per-views through October 30, 2020, as first reported by Jon Alba. According to the report, the deal as it stands is for there to be no fans present through October. However, it also secures a…
TNT Contacts AEW Regarding Controversy Of Top Star, How Much WWE Is Paying MVP On New Deal, Vince McMahon’s Role In The Rock Buying XFL Revealed, Big Star Written Off WWE TV, AEW Releases, Weekly NWA PPVs, COVID-19 Scare In NJPW, WWE Moving To Amway Center, Identities Of Retribution And Likely Leader, Tons More
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Kalisto Returns To WWE On This Week’s Friday Night SmackDown
Kalisto returned to action on this week’s episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown. The returned happened when Gran Metalik was facing Shinsuke Nakamura in a singles match. Kalisto entered to the Lucha House Party entrance theme, which distracted both Cesaro and Nakamura. Lince Dorado and Kalisto double teamed Cesaro on the ramp, which allowed Metalik…
Hair vs. Hair Match Set For WWE SummerSlam
Mandy Rose is set to face Sonya Deville in a Hair vs. Hair match at SummerSlam. The match was setup on this week’s episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown when Mandy Rose challenged Deville. This comes after Deville cut Rose’s hair in an attack two weeks ago. Rose debuted a new shorter hairstyle as a…
WWE Payback Confirmed For This Month; Women’s Tag Titles On The Line
WWE Payback will take place on Sunday, August 30, 2020 and will air live on the WWE Network. The show, which had been rumored to take place on week after SummerSlam, was confirmed during the airing of this week’s episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown. Sasha Banks and Bayley will be defending the WWE Women’s…
Asuka Earns Shot At WWE SmackDown Women’s Title At SummerSlam
Asuka won the Tri-Brand Battle Royal on tonight’s episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown to earn a shot at Bayley for the SmackDown Women’s Championship at SummerSlam. The finish saw Asuka eliminate Shayna Baszler to go over. Asuka will already face Sasha Banks at SummerSlam for the WWE Raw Women’s Championship after beating Bayley on…
WWE Friday Night SmackDown Results (8/14/20) – More SummerSlam Matches Set
Welcome to our live coverage of WWE Friday Night SmackDown. Here you will find live results of the broadcast that aired on FOX on Friday, August 14, 2020. This week’s show will feature a sit-down interview with Alexa Bliss, a confrontation between Braun Strowman and Bray Wyatt, Big E vs. John Morrison and a tri-brand…
ROH Announces COVID-19 Safety Protocols, Pure Title Tournament Participants
Ring of Honor is resuming operations this month in Maryland after nearly six months on hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As reported here on WrestlingNews.com, the promotion will tape television in Maryland. The focus of those tapings will be the Pure Title tournament, which was originally scheduled for April. ROH announced today there will…
AJ Styles On What It Took To Convince Vince McMahon He Was A Top Star
AJ Styles shared some interesting insight on how Vince McMahon viewed him when he first came to WWE in recent comments made on his Twitch stream. Styles, who came to WWE after a highly successful career in TNA Wrestling, the independent circuit, ROH and NJPW, explained when you get an opportunity in WWE you hope…
WWE Moving TV Operations To Amway Center (VIDEO)
WWE is in the process of moving their TV operations from the Performance Center to Amway Center in Orlando, FL. The plan appears to be as we reported here on WrestlingNews.com that after next week’s Raw tapings at the Performance Center, next week’s SmackDown, SummerSlam and all of WWE main roster TV will take place…
Vince McMahon’s Odd Philosophy, IC Title At SummerSlam, Fans At AEW/WWE Tapings, Non-Title Matches Bad For Business, MMA On Raw Underground
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Santino Marella Closing Battle Arts Academy; Announces Last Show
Santino Marella announced on his social media that he is closing his Battle Arts Academy next month. The school’s last day will be September 30, 2020. Their last professional wrestling show will take place outside on Saturday, September 12, 2020 in front of a live audience no bigger than 100 people. Below is his official…
Velveteen Dream’s #SpeakingOut Accuser Issues Statement Following His Return
Velveteen Dream returned to WWE NXT on this week’s episode. He was revealed as the mystery man in the qualifying match that also involved Cameron Grime and Kushida. Grimes went over in the match after pinning Kushida. Dream closed the show by beating up on Kushida. One of the Dreamer’s accusers has issued a statement…
NPJW Announces Competitor COVID-19 Negative; Sunday’s Show On As Planned
New Japan Pro Wrestling has revealed the competitor that caused Night 11 of their Summer Struggle Tour to be canceled moments before showtime had negative antigen/antibody tests in their test taken immediately after it was discovered they had a fever. The show on Sunday, August 16, 2020 in Shizuoka will go on as planned. This…
NJPW Summer Struggle Results For Night 9 (8/11/20) & Night 10 (8/12/20)
Below are complete results from NJPW Summer Struggle shows for Night 9 and Night 10: NJPW Summer Struggle Night 9 Results: August 11, 2020 Tomoaki Honma & Satoshi Kojima beat Gabriel Kidd & Yuya Uemura Tomohiro Ishii, Toru Yano & Sho beat Yuji Nagata., Ryusuke Taguchi & Yota Tsuji SANADA & Shingo Takagi beat DOUKI…
Amid Continued Criticism, Chris Jericho Reveals He’s Tested COVID-19 Negative 12 Times
Chris Jericho continues to take heat on social media over his band Fozzy playing in North Dakota, South Dakota and Iowa during the COVID-19 pandemic. Jericho, while tweeting about AEW’s success in the key demographics over WWE NXT, of course used the hashtags #DemoBurn an #DemoGod. This caused one fan to respond negatively. “Covid god…
Heat On Jericho?, WWE Losing TV Deals, How Released Talent Get Paid For 3 Months, McMahon On The Rock Owning XFL
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Injury Scare Halts WWE NXT Taping
Johnny Gargano took a bad bump in a match against Ridge Holland that was taped last night from Full Sail University in Winter Park, FL. The match is scheduled to air on next week’s episode of WWE NXT. John Pollock reports Gargano landed on his head and the match was stopped. Both Triple H and…
TNT Contacts AEW About A Controversy Involving One Of Their Top Stars
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Ric Flair Wanted Things To Go Differently With Randy Orton
Ric Flair was written off of WWE television at the end of this week’s episode of Monday Night Raw when Randy Orton punted him. While Flair could always end up being used again, the thinking is Flair was eliminated from the program to sell Randy Orton as the true Legend Killer, while also putting the…
Confirmed: Finished TNT Title Belt To Be Unveiled On AEW Dynamite
The finished AEW TNT Championship belt design will be unveiled on tonight’s episode of AEW Dynamite, as confirmed by Cody Rhodes in a sit down interview with Tony Schiavone. The process of having an original design done was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Cody Rhodes is the promotion’s first ever TNT champion as he…
Latest On Edge’s Return To WWE
Edge assured fans he still has “some climbing to do” in regards to his professional wrestling career. Tuesday was one year since the WWE Hall of Famer returned and took out Elias with a Spear. He went on to return to the ring until he was injured in a loss to Randy Orton at WWE…
