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Booker T Comments On Naomi And Sasha Banks Walking Out On WWE
During the latest episode of his Hall Of Fame podcast, Booker T gave his thoughts on Naomi and Sasha Banks walking out on WWE during RAW this week. The Women’s Tag Team Champions left the arena in the middle of the show after handing their titles to John Laurinaitis, which forced a change to the main event. It was originally set to be a six-pack challenge featuring them both, but that was altered to a singles match between Becky Lynch and Asuka instead. WWE released a statement claiming that the women felt unsafe working against two of the talents and that they had felt disrespected.
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Released WWE Superstar Reuniting With Xavier Woods On UpUpDownDown
UpUpDownDown fans can rejoice, for Tyler Breeze will be returning to the YouTube channel next week for the return of Battle of the Brands. Breeze’s return was announced in a new video released by UUDD host Xavier Woods, who had been teasing a special announcement regarding the future of the channel.
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Released WWE Star Upset About CM Punk’s ‘Abortion Rights’ Shirt On AEW Dynamite
Former WWE star Chad Lail (Jaxson Ryker) took to Twitter to share his thoughts on CM Punk wearing an “Abortion Rights Are Human Rights!” shirt on tonight’s AEW Dynamite. Punk was shown wearing the shirt as he walked out to do commentary during the match between AEW World Champion Hangman Adam Page and Konosuke Takeshita. Excalibur also complimented Punk for the shirt.
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Stephanie McMahon Announces Leave Of Absence From WWE
In a shocking turn of events, WWE Chief Brand Officer Stephanie McMahon announced this afternoon that she is stepping away from WWE for the foreseeable future. McMahon released a statement on Twitter announcing the move, while also signaling she would eventually return to her post. “As of tomorrow, I am...
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The Usos Comment On WWE NXT’s Solo Sikoa Potentially Joining The Bloodline
During the latest episode of WWE After the Bell, Jimmy and Jey Uso joined the show to talk about their recent success as members of The Bloodline, whether or not they’re looking to add to the faction, and Paul Heyman’s impact on their careers. The Usos also spoke...
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’90 Day Fiance’ Star Johnny Chao Debuts ‘Handsome’ Bearded Transformation After Cheating Scandal
90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days star Johnny Chao is showing off a new look on social media. The reality TV star rocked a fresh-faced look on the show. However, Chao debuted some new facial hair in his most recent post on Instagram. More specifically, he grew a beard and mustache.
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Booker T Addresses Ric Flair’s Decision To Wrestle One More Match
During the latest episode of the Hall Of Fame podcast, Booker T gave his thoughts on Ric Flair returning to the ring. It was announced this week that the Nature Boy will compete in one final match this summer. “From a nostalgic perspective, I think that’s got wings, I think...
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Backstage News On Reaction To Stephanie McMahon Stepping Down
Earlier this Friday, WWE CBO Stephanie McMahon unexpectedly announced she was taking a leave of absence from her position in WWE, though she stated she would at some point return. As it turns out, the announcement was just as shocking to people within WWE as it was outside the company.
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Photo: AJ Mendez Shows Off Impressive Physique After WOW Tapings
Women Of Wrestling [WOW] Executive Producer AJ Mendez (FKA AJ Lee in WWE) took to Twitter to show off her new physique after the promotion’s initial set of TV tapings from earlier this week. Lee recently appeared on former WWE writer Freddie Prinze Jr.’s Wrestling with Freddie Podcast and...
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Sasha Banks Spotted For The First Time Since WWE RAW Walkout
Sasha Banks was spotted at a Steve Aoki concert Friday night, in what was her first public sighting since her walkout from Monday’s RAW. As seen in the video clip below, Banks appeared to be having a blast at the concert, flexing her biceps before chugging down a bottle of water. A fan who attended the concert shared the clip.
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Benzino Responds to 50 Cent Offering Coi Leray TV Role Amid Rift With Daughter: ‘You Crossed a Line’
Benzino is once again airing out some family business. After previously calling 50 Cent the “first hip-hop rat,” and getting into various other conflicts with his daughter Coi Leray, the rapper has now name-dropped both of them in a Twitter tirade. On Sunday, Fif took to Instagram to...
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William Regal Would Sacrifice Roster Budget To Sign Former WWE Star
Ever since his departure from WWE, fans have been abuzz about what lies ahead for Cesaro. During the latest episode of The Sessions with Renee Paquette, William Regal joined the show to talk about what he views as one of WWE’s biggest losses of this year. Regal spent so much time around Cesaro during his time as the general manager of NXT and put the Swiss Superman on a shortlist of talent he would put his reputation on the line for.
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Backstage News On Tessa Blanchard – WOW
As we’ve noted, Tessa Blanchard and WOW Wrestling reportedly had a falling out ahead of the promotion’s re-launch. It was alleged that during a mid-April class, Blanchard cut a promo on Samantha Sage, who is known as Americana. The promo reportedly saw Blanchard “tear apart” Sage, which led to other trainees speaking up.
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Jim Ross Clarifies His Comments About Jake “The Snake” Roberts’ Health
When Jim Ross spoke on last week’s episode of the Grilling JR Podcast about Jake “The Snake” Roberts’ health issues, Roberts apparently took exception to it. The AEW Commentator said Roberts’ “isn’t in good health,” while talking about how he is battling breathing issues as well as having surgeries he still has to undergo. Ross noted that is a huge reason we don’t see him on AEW as often. Roberts responded back, refuting his comments on Twitter by saying it’s totally untrue and that he’ll be around for a long time on his social media account.
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WWE Files Trademark For New Ring Name
USPTO (United States Patent & Trademark Office) records show that the company filed to trademark the name “Ava Raine” for entertainment purposes. Below is the description included with the filing:. IC 041. US 100 101 107. G & S: Entertainment services, namely, wrestling exhibitions and performances by a...
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WINC Podcast (5/18): AEW Dynamite Review, Sasha Banks/Naomi Reaction, Ricky Steamboat
Jimmy Korderas (@jimmykoderas) and Justin LaBar (@JustinLaBar) are back for the latest edition of the Wrestling Inc. podcast. Topics include:. – Backstage Reaction To Sasha Banks/Naomi Situation. – Ricky Steamboat Declines Match Involving Ric Flair. Support for the Wrestling Inc. podcast is brought to you by HELLO FRESH. Spring has...
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This WWE Hall Of Famer Not Under Legends Contract — Exclusive
Wrestling Inc. can confirm that WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long is not currently under a WWE Legends contract and was never offered one after being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2017. A WWE Legends contract offers talent an upfront on royalties and a set price per appearance for when they appear for the company in the future, as well as other perks.
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WWE Pulls All Sasha Banks And Naomi Merchandise From WWE Shop
All Sasha Banks and Naomi merchandise has been pulled from WWE Shop. As seen in the screengrabs below, fans searching for any Banks- or Naomi-related merchandise are directed to a “Parts Unknown” page. Banks and Naomi were suspended indefinitely on Friday’s SmackDown, and it was announced that a...
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Powerhouse Hobbs Recalls CM Punk Adding Sentimental Meaning To Their Match
Will “Powerhouse” Hobbs will never forget the moment he first stepped into the ring with CM Punk. The AEW star recently appeared on the Wrestling Perspective Podcast and was asked about his first “welcome to wrestling” moment. Hobbs managed to come up with two, starting with his first-ever match in 2009 in All Pro Wrestling [APW].
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Triple H’s WWE Office Duties Have Reportedly Changed
In the wake of Stephanie McMahon’s shocking announcement that she was taking a leave of absence from WWE yesterday, many have been wondering what this means for the status of her husband, retired WWE star and Executive Vice President of Global Strategy & Development Triple H, with the company. The answer is he’s still around, in a way.
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