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• The Rock Has Heartwarming Moment With Young Fan Who Beat Cancer

  19-06-2026 21:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The Rock has shared a heartwarming interaction with a young fan who recently completed her cancer treatment journey.While promoting the upcoming live-action Moana film in Hawaii, Dwayne Johnson met a young girl named Micki, who proudly told him that she had “rang the bell” two months ago after completing a major phase of her cancer treatment.For cancer patients, ringing the bell is a symbolic tradition that marks the end of treatment or a
  
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• WWE Star Reveals Violent Past Relationship Led Her To Seek Therapy

  19-06-2026 20:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Superstar Michin recently opened up about seeking therapy following a violent relationship.Appearing on What’s Your Story? with Stephanie McMahon, the former Mia Yim explained that the experience had a profound impact on her life.“What led me go into therapy was it was a violent relationship and it was hard because like, it’s to the point now it’s been long enough and I’ve been doing therapy long enough where like everything happens for a reaso
  
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• Vince Russo Claims He Created the Double Meaning Behind TNA’s Name

  19-06-2026 20:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Vince Russo claims he came up with the name TNA and reveals the original double meaning behind it.Former WWE and WCW Head Writer Vince Russo recently spoke on Wrestling Epicenter to promote his new book, Total Nonstop Agony: The Rise and Fall of TNA Wrestling. He had also served as a creative writer for TNA during its inception in 2002, and he explained his original vision for the promotion.Vince Russo claimed that he came up with the name TNA, but said it was supposed to
  
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• TNA Wrestling Re-Signs Trey Miguel to New Contract

  19-06-2026 19:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Trey Miguel has officially re-signed with TNA.TNA Wrestling confirmed the news on social media and noted that the announcement was first reported by Battleground Podcast.“TNA Wrestling confirmed today that Trey Miguel has re-signed with the company, as first reported by iHeartRadio’s Battleground podcast,” the company stated on its official website.Miguel’s return to TNA comes after a turbulent period in his career. He initially returned to the promotion
  
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• JCW’s Paige Collett Is Providing Hope By Overcoming Battle With CRPS

  19-06-2026 19:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Paige Collett wants to continue to inspire others as she navigates through the pro wrestling world.
  Collett, also known as Black Dahlia, was trained by former WWE stars Funaki and Rikishi. She currently works for Juggalo Championship Wrestling, and shared how JCW owner Violent J recruiting her stood out as such an iconic moment in her life.
  “JCW, it is pure lunacy in the best ways possible. Everyone is a big family and I’m really blessed to be here,” Collett said. “Last
  
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• WATCH: WWE NXT Star Goes Viral For Unbelievable Wristlock Counter

  19-06-2026 18:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A WWE NXT star has gone viral over a unique wrist lock counter.Ahead of this past Tuesday’s episode of WWE NXT, Jessica Bogdanov/ The Unknown competed against Skylar Raye in a dark match. During the contest, Raye locked Bogdanov in a wrist lock. However, she escaped it with a unique counter, putting her gymnastics experience to good use.Bogdanov countered the wrist lock by lifting her left leg for a quick one-legged kick/push to change the angle and followed it up wi
  
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• The Rock Accused of Lying About Past MMA Career Claims

  19-06-2026 18:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Fans are calling out The Rock over past claims about a potential MMA career.The debate reignited after a fan shared a clip from an old interview between Dwayne Johnson and Joe Rogan. During the conversation, The Rock reflected on his early days in WWE and admitted there was a period when he questioned his future in professional wrestling.According to the former multi-time WWE Champion, the combination of low pay and negative crowd reactions led him to seriously
  
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• Kevin Nash Says CM Punk Is ‘Dialed In’ With Impressive New Physique

  19-06-2026 18:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE legend Kevin Nash praises CM Punk’s recent physical transformation.Speaking on the latest episode of his Kliq This podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Nash commented on CM Punk looking shredded in recent social media pictures. He spoke about wrestlers undereating on the road because training and finding proper nutrition while traveling is incredibly difficult.Kevin Nash also praised CM Punk for using his time off to fix his diet, work with a trainer, and improve his phys
  
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• Eric Andre Disses Roman Reigns After Movie Premiere Wardrobe Malfunction

  19-06-2026 17:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Eric Andre acknowledged Roman Reigns, well, at least for a couple of seconds, after a red carpet wardrobe malfunction.Comedian Eric Andre showed up to the world premiere of Little Brother, starring himself and WWE legend John Cena, at the iconic Paris Theater in New York on June 18. He made a grand entrance in the classic green Porsche featured in the film, but ended up suffering an intentional wardrobe malfunction after his outfit got stuck
  
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• WWE Queen of the Ring Updates, TNA Departures & Re-Signings — Women’s Wrestling Wrap-Up

  19-06-2026 17:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE‘s 2026 Queen of the Ring tournament continues. TNA confirms several departures and re-signings, and more.WWE Queen of the Ring UpdatesWith a world title match at WWE SummerSlam on the line, 16 women are competing in the 2026 Queen of the Ring tournament. As of this writing, only three remain.On the left side of the bracket, WWE Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan secured a spot in the semi-finals by besting Chelsea Green, Alexa Bliss, and Becky Lynch in the openin
  
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• AEW’s Deonna Purrazzo Opens Up About Disturbing Fan Stalker Incident

  19-06-2026 17:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  All Elite Wrestling’s Deonna Purrazzo has shared a frightening story about an alleged stalker while weighing in on a recent discussion about wrestler safety.The conversation began after a social media user commented on how fans can identify where wrestlers live through photos and videos that show houses in the background. In response, Jordynne Grace issued a blunt warning, writing: “Come to my house if you want. I have seven dogs and a gun.”Grace later expande
  
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• John Cena Saves Eric Andre After Wardrobe Malfunction at Movie Premiere

  19-06-2026 16:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena came to Eric Andre’s rescue after he suffered a wardrobe malfunction.Netflix hosted the world premiere of Little Brother, starring WWE legend John Cena and comedian Eric Andre, on Thursday night at the iconic Paris Theater in New York. Following the red carpet at The Plaza, Andre made an entrance in the classic green Porsche featured in the film.However, he suffered an intentional wardrobe malfunction as he stepped out of the vehic
  
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• WWE’s Cody Rhodes Calls Out Critics Attempting To Rewrite His Story

  19-06-2026 16:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes recently made a surprising comment about his legacy. The remarks came during a recent episode of What Do You Wanna Talk About? With Cody Rhodes, featuring WWE Hall of Famer DDP.Rhodes reflected on his father Dusty Rhodes’ career. He also explained why he protects his story and why he believes nobody should rewrite his wrestling journey.During the podcast, he discussed a Gary Hart video. The clip focused on Dusty Rhodes’ wrestling
  
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• WWE Star Admits Sending Hate Mail To Stephanie McMahon As A Child

  19-06-2026 16:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Stephanie McMahon was one of WWE’s most hated on-screen villains for many years. Her authority figure character often drew strong reactions from fans, both inside arenas and outside WWE programming.One fan who strongly disliked McMahon’s character as a child was current WWE star Michin. Recently, she revealed that she once sent a hate letter to Stephanie McMahon.The story came up during an appearance on What’s Your Story? With Steph McMahon. During the conver
  
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• AEW’s Will Ospreay Reacts To Fan Backlash Over Wedding Night Remark On Dynamite

  19-06-2026 15:49 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW star Will Ospreay recently found himself at the center of fan backlash following a comment he made about his wife. The remark came during this week’s edition of AEW Dynamite, shortly after Ospreay returned following his wedding to fellow wrestler Alex Windsor.The comment quickly sparked discussion online. While many fans in attendance cheered the promo, others criticized the way Ospreay spoke about his wife.During AEW Dynamite, Tony Schiavone congratulated Ospreay on
  
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• Natalya Says NXT Star Hits Harder Than Any Woman She’s Faced In WWE

  19-06-2026 15:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE veteran Natalya recently made a surprising statement about NXT star Jaida Parker. According to Natalya, Parker hits harder than any woman she has faced during her WWE career.The comments came after their hard-hitting match on this week’s edition of NXT. The rivalry between the two stars had been building for several weeks before finally exploding inside the ring.The match earned praise from fans for its intensity and hard-hitting action. In the end, Natalya picked up
  
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• Former WWE Star Zelina Vega Called Out By Popular Streamer For Wrestling Match

  19-06-2026 15:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Popular streamer Cinna recently called out former WWE star Zelina Vega for a wrestling match. The challenge happened during a recent appearance on The Deji Show.Cinna was asked who she would fight if given the chance. She first jokingly answered, “You,” when speaking to Deji. After being pushed to name someone, she eventually picked former WWE star Zelina Vega.During the interview, Cinna explained that she had trained with Vega before. She said she would love to wre
  
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• Dusty Rhodes Told WWE Hall Of Famer To Quit Wrestling Over Self Doubt

  19-06-2026 14:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page, also known as DDP, recently recalled a tough conversation with Dusty Rhodes that completely changed his career.Back in 1994, DDP was struggling with self-doubt and believed he would never reach the top of the professional wrestling business. At the time, DDP felt stuck in WCW despite working hard.Dusty Rhodes told WWE Hall of Famer DDP To believe in himself or quitSpeaking on What Do You Wanna Talk About? With Cody Rhodes, DDP remembered v
  
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• Layla Explains Why She’s Glad WWE’s Controversial ‘Piggy James’ Angle Happened

  19-06-2026 13:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Superstar Layla reveals her initial reaction to the controversial “Piggy James” angle.WWE aired a controversial segment on the November 20, 2009, episode of SmackDown, in which Layla and Michelle McCool gave Mickie James the nickname “Piggy James,” targeting her as overweight. James was visibly upset and teared up during the segment. It received massive backlash from fans, who blasted it for being mean-spirited and poorly conceived.During her
  
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• WWE’s Brie Bella Reveals Why She’s Boycotting SeaWorld

  19-06-2026 12:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Brie Bella recently explained why she is supporting a boycott of SeaWorld. Through a new partnership with PETA, Bella used her platform. She raised awareness about the treatment of whales and dolphins in captivity.She is supporting a boycott of SeaWorld with PETA. The WWE Hall of Famer discussed the about the campaign and she said animals deserve better treatment and protection.Brie Bella explains why she is boycotting SeaWorldOn her YouTube channel, Brie Bell
  
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• Shawn Michaels Reveals Why He Refused To Join WWE SmackDown

  19-06-2026 11:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Shawn Michaels was a known presence across WWE TV, but once revealed why he never showed up on SmackDown.
  During an interview with WWE while promoting the 2017 Christian comedy film The Resurrection of Gavin Stone, Michaels opened up about his second run with the company. Specifically, Michaels talked about why he refused to work on SmackDown broadcasts at the time.Michaels, a well-known born-again Christian, pointed out that SmackDown was taped on Tuesday nights at that time.
  
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• WWE Legend Once Hosted ESPN Speedboat Racing Championships

  19-06-2026 10:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE legend Miss Elizabeth is known for her work in the ring, but she had a whole other career that’s surfaced over the years.A video uploaded to YouTube that’s since gone viral showcases a boat racing championship event in Florida in 1993. The broadcast, which is being hosted by ESPN, actually features Miss Elizabeth, real name Elizabeth Hulette, as part of the show. She can be briefly seen throughout the broadcast, and is named as “Liz Hulette” in her s
  
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• TNA Star Questions Wrestling Media’s Focus on Releases Over Signings

  19-06-2026 05:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA Wrestling has been making headlines for several weeks because of the multiple releases that happened this month. But according to AJ Francis, the wrestling media coverage has been far from balanced.TNA has undergone several roster and backstage changes in recent weeks as part of what the company described as a “workforce reduction” ahead of Slammiversary.Some of the biggest departures included Tommy Dreamer, who left the company after working both on-s
  
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• WWE Star Calls for Security Amid Concerns Over Home Address Leak

  19-06-2026 05:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jordynne Grace has become the latest WWE star to speak out about growing safety and privacy concerns. Her comments come as more wrestlers deal with home address leaks, stalking incidents, and unwanted visitors showing up at their homes.After a social media post sparked discussion about how easily fans can figure out where public figures live, Grace said security is becoming a necessity for people in the spotlight.Jordynne Grace’s Instagram video sparks discussion about fa
  
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• Former WWE Star Turned Down Return While Secretly Pregnant

  19-06-2026 04:42 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A former WWE Women’s Champion has revealed that an opportunity to return to the company slipped away several years ago due to a personal reason that fans didn’t know about at the time.Layla, who spent nearly a decade in WWE before retiring from in-ring competition in 2015, recently opened up about a comeback offer she received after stepping away from wrestling.
  While many former stars have returned for special appearances in recent years, Layla’s situation ca
  
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• Joe Hendry Comments on Recent WWE TV Absence

  19-06-2026 04:17 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Joe Hendry has finally explained the reason behind his absence from WWE TV, and according to him, Austin Theory is to blame.Hendry has not appeared on WWE TV since the May 25, 2026 episode of RAW. The former TNA World Champion had become a popular part of WWE programming thanks to his charisma, catchy songs, and entertaining segments. However, his run was suddenly interrupted after a brutal attack by Austin Theory.On that episode of RAW, Hendry was performing one of his signatu
  
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• John Cena Reveals Eric Andre’s Reaction After Jacob Fatu’s Attack on WWE RAW

  19-06-2026 04:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Eric Andre may have endured one of the most painful-looking celebrity beatdowns on WWE RAW this year, but according to John Cena, the comedian couldn’t have been happier about the experience.The incident unfolded on the June 15 episode of WWE RAW, where Andre appeared at ringside as part of the promotional push for Little Brother, his upcoming Netflix comedy alongside Cena.
  While the segment quickly turned chaotic, Andre’s reaction afterward tells a very different s
  
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• Vince McMahon Wanted Jeff Hardy’s Real Life Tragedy Used In WWE Storyline

  19-06-2026 03:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Matt Hardy recently revealed that WWE once considered turning one of Jeff Hardy’s real-life tragedies into a storyline. This idea came straight from Vince McMahon.Speaking on the Battleground Podcast, Matt and Jeff looked back on their famous 2009 feud, one of the most personal rivalries in WWE history. During the conversation, they discussed several memorable moments from the storyline, including the infamous pyro attack on Jeff and the decision to reference Jeff’s
  
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• WWE Star Suggested to Revive Old Gimmick After Repeated Losses

  19-06-2026 03:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Matt Cardona’s struggles since returning to WWE have become difficult to ignore, and now one fellow WWE star believes the solution may lie in revisiting the past rather than reinventing the future.During a recent appearance on Adam’s Apple, Danhausen was asked which WWE talent he believes is dealing with a curse.His answer immediately turned attention toward Cardona, whose recent run on SmackDown has been defined more by losses than victories.
  However, Danhausen&rsq
  
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• AEW’s MJF Was Accused of Hitting on Current WWE Star’s Sister by Cody Rhodes

  19-06-2026 03:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  MJF and Cody Rhodes had one of the most intense rivalries on AEW during its earlier days. In stark contrast, the story of how they first met is much more lighthearted. The incident involved current WWE star Ethan Page, his sister, and a prank that quickly got out of hand.At the time, MJF was still a young wrestler trying to make a name for himself on the independent scene, while Rhodes was already an established star. The story took place at an Alpha-1 Wrestling event in Canada
  
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• Jeff Hardy Not Yet 100% Ahead of TNA Slammiversary

  19-06-2026 03:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jeff Hardy has provided an honest update on his health ahead of TNA Slammiversary, revealing that he is still dealing with a lingering neck issue as one of the company’s biggest events of the year approaches.Speaking on the Battleground Podcast alongside Matt Hardy, the TNA veteran opened up about his recovery process and admitted that he still has work to do before feeling fully healthy.With Slammiversary set for June 28 in Boston, Jeff Hardy’s comm
  
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• WWE Planning Major SummerSlam Role For Chad Gable — Report

  19-06-2026 03:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Chad Gable could be in line for one of the biggest moments of his WWE career this summer, as a new report suggests there is growing support within the company to feature him prominently at SummerSlam 2026.The two-night premium live event is set for Aug. 1 and 2 at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota, creating a unique opportunity for one of WWE’s hometown stars.
  While no official plans have been announced, the discussion surrounding Gable appears to be gaining mom
  
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• Another TNA Departure Confirmed Amid Recent Company Exits

  19-06-2026 02:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
  TNA Wrestling’s ongoing wave of departures has continued, with another longtime backstage contributor confirming that his time with the company has come to an end.
  The latest exit follows a busy week of changes behind the scenes as the promotion undergoes what it has described as a workforce reduction.While several high-profile names have recently made headlines, this latest departure shines a light on a figure who helped shape much of TNA’s digital presence over the last several ye
  
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• Gail Kim Admits Released TNA Personality Would’ve Been Great in Creative Role

  19-06-2026 02:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Sami Callihan’s exit is just the latest in a string of departures from TNA, and former TNA executive Gail Kim believes the company may have missed out on a valuable asset for a creative role by letting him go.Callihan confirmed on Wednesday that he had parted ways with TNA as part of the company’s recent “workforce reduction.” The news came after reports surfaced about several backstage and office changes ahead of Slammiversary.Wirh a post on X
  
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• Tony Khan Responds to Injured AEW Star’s Public Apology Over Recent Absence

  19-06-2026 02:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW President Tony Khan has publicly responded after Sareee apologized to fans for missing a major opportunity with the promotion.
  The Japanese star was scheduled to compete in the 2026 Owen Hart Foundation Women’s Tournament before an injury forced a late change of plans.Although Sareee’s absence left many fans disappointed, Khan’s reaction suggested the door remains wide open for a future appearance.Tony Khan sends upbeat message to Sareee following Owen Har
  
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• Tony Khan Leaves Door Open for Star Pulled From AEW Debut

  19-06-2026 02:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW President Tony Khan has publicly responded after Sareee apologized to fans for missing a major opportunity with the promotion.
  The Japanese star was scheduled to compete in the 2026 Owen Hart Foundation Women’s Tournament before an injury forced a late change of plans.Although Sareee’s absence left many fans disappointed, Khan’s reaction suggested the door remains wide open for a future appearance.Tony Khan sends upbeat message to Sareee following Owen Har
  
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• WWE ID Star Reveals Painful Injury That Forced Career Pause (PHOTO)

  19-06-2026 02:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jack Cartwheel has finally opened up about the serious injury that brought his momentum to a sudden halt earlier this year.
  The former WWE ID prospect shared graphic images and details of the setback, shedding light on the painful road that has kept him out of action since WrestleMania week.While Cartwheel remains determined to return, the extent of the injury reveals just how close he came to a much longer absence from the ring.Jack Cartwheel details severe elbow injury and re
  
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• WWE’s Brie Bella Reveals Scary Food Poisoning Ordeal During Drive Home

  19-06-2026 02:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Brie Bella recently shared details about a scary case of food poisoning she suffered shortly after returning home from a trip. The WWE star revealed how quickly her condition worsened during the drive back to Napa.Speaking on the latest episode of The Nikki & Brie Show, the WWE Hall of Famer explained that she started feeling sick while driving home from the airport. Because she has severe gluten and dairy sensitivities, she believes accidental cross-contamination may have
  
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• Allie Officially Signs With TNA Wrestling Ahead Of Slammiversary

  19-06-2026 01:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA Wrestling has officially signed Allie, making her return to the company official just weeks before a major title match at Slammiversary.Allie already enjoyed a successful run with the company between 2013 and 2019. During that time, she became one of the most popular stars in the Knockouts division and won the Knockouts World Championship twice.After leaving TNA in 2019, she joined AEW as The Bunny and remained there until late 2023. Following her AEW exit, she stepped away
  
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• TNA iMPACT Results: Review, Grades, Card for June 18

  19-06-2026 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our TNA iMPACT results for tonight feature The King’s Speech with Frankie Kazarian, Ricky Sosa in action, Elayna Black taking on Indi Hartwell, Moose and The Hardys battling The System, and Mike Santana, Nic Nemeth, and KC Navarro squaring off against Mustafa Ali and The Great Hands.TNA iMPACT Card
  The King’s Speech with Frankie KazarianRicky Sosa in actionElayna Black vs. Indi HartwellWe’ll hear from Xia BrooksideMoose and The Hardys vs. The SystemMike Santana, Nic Nemeth, an
  
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• Rey Mysterio Says Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins Are WWE’s Messi and Ronaldo

  19-06-2026 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The soccer world is used to debating the greatness of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. WWE legend Rey Mysterio sees those comparisons in two current-day stars.
  Speaking during an appearance on The Late Run, Mysterio likened the Messi and Ronaldo debate to the debate between fans on the greatness of Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins.“I would have to say Seth Rollins being one of them because he’s a masterpiece at what he does,” said Mysterio on who might fi
  
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