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• Nikki Bella Reveals Why She Won’t Follow Friends’ Advice To Date Women

  31-07-2026 23:00
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella recently opened up about dating. She explained why she still prefers dating men. The former WWE star shared the honest conversation on her podcast. Her comments quickly sparked laughs from everyone.Speaking on The Nikki & Brie Show alongside Stassi Schroeder and Georgianna Schroeder, Nikki Bella discussed how modern dating has changed. Looking back at her single days, Nikki admitted meeting people feels much harder now.
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• CM Punk Reveals The WWE Match He Never Wants To Have Again

  31-07-2026 22:30
  
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  CM Punk says he would never put his body through this grueling WWE match again.The Interim WWE Women’s Champion will be decided in a five-way ladder match on SummerSlam Night 2. Tiffany Stratton, Jade Cargill, Chelsea Green, Charlotte Flair, and either Giulia or Lash Legend will compete for the title.The upcoming episode of WWE SmackDown on Friday will decide the final participant for the ladder match. Giulia faces Lash Legend in a qualifying match. Lash learned she would
  
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• Nikki Bella Highlights Why Being Competitive Is A Good Thing

  31-07-2026 21:00
  
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  Nikki Bella explains why competitiveness can be a good thing for her professional career.With backgrounds in soccer and professional wrestling, Nikki and Brie Bella consider themselves to be competitive athletes. For Nikki, the trait has actually led her to a number of accomplishments as well.“Yes, I’m definitely more competitive [than Brie]. It’s helped me be a champion in all things,” Nikki told Variety, “and win a lot of awards, and get a lot of
  
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• Tony Khan Does ALS Ice Bucket Challenge In Support Of AEW’s Rebel

  31-07-2026 20:47
  
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  Tony Khan took part in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge in support of AEW‘s Rebel.Many wrestling personalities have joined the initiative to show support for AEW star Rebel, whose real name is Tanea Brooks. She revealed in March 2026 that doctors had diagnosed her with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). After being nominated by wrestling legend Sting, Tony Khan took part in the Ice Bucket Challenge.Before dumping ice water on himself, Tony Khan nominated Jacksonville Jaguar
  
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• Nikki Bella Explains Why WWE Heel Turn Came To A Sudden End

  31-07-2026 20:42
  
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  Nikki Bella was loving her heel run before WWE abruptly changed direction.Appearing on Unseen with Joey Karni, Nikki was asked why her heel turn ended so suddenly. She revealed that she had been pushing to play a heel because she felt it was the role that suited her best.“I had been begging for just… to have a heel turn, to be a heel,” Nikki said. “I just know I thrive so much in that position. And, you know, it’s just so natural. And then Brie ca
  
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• Bully Ray Says WWE Has The Chance To Capitalize On Raquel Rodriguez In A Big Way

  31-07-2026 20:16
  
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  Bully Ray has high praise for Raquel Rodriguez after she won the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship.The Judgment Day’s Raquel Rodriguez defeated Sol Ruca to win the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship on the July 27, 2026, episode of RAW. She won despite getting her nose busted open during the match. The victory gives Rodriguez her first singles title on the main roster. She has previously won the WWE and NXT Women’s Tag Team Championships a
  
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• Nick Aldis Says TNA Background Cost Him Earlier WWE Opportunities

  31-07-2026 20:00
  
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  Nick Aldis is finally set for his WWE in-ring debut this weekend at SummerSlam. The former NWA Worlds Champion reflected on his journey. He believes his TNA background hurt earlier WWE chances.Speaking on Insight with Chris VanVliet, Nick Aldis compared his career with Gunther’s. He admitted Gunther received opportunities he never did. Aldis said, “Some of this stuff with Gunther is real because he does represent the opportunities I didn’t get. He did have peo
  
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• TNA Champion Nic Nemeth Reacts to Confusion Over Advertised Match with Jeff Hardy

  31-07-2026 19:49
  
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  Nic Nemeth has addressed the confusion surrounding TNA’s advertised match with Jeff Hardy.Ahead of TNA’s July 30 television taping in Philadelphia, the promotion advertised a singles match between Nemeth and Jeff Hardy for the TNA World Championship with an official graphic promoting it for Thursday night’s episode of iMPACT.TNA also invited LeBron James to be the official title holder for the contest. However, the match did not air on the live broadcast and w
  
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• JBL Details Vince McMahon’s ‘Legendary’ 80th Birthday Party

  31-07-2026 19:44
  
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  WWE‘s JBL reflects on attending Vince McMahon’s “legendary” 80th birthday party.Hall of Famer JBL was among the handful of guests invited to former WWE Chairman Vince McMahon’s 80th birthday party. The lavish party took place in August last year at the Baccarat Hotel in New York City, along with live performances at Gotham Hall.Speaking on the Something To Wrestle podcast, JBL reflected on attending the party, saying Vince McMahon was the greatest
  
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• Becky Lynch is Very Optimistic About Women’s Future in WWE

  31-07-2026 19:33
  
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  Becky Lynch is optimistic about the future of WWE’s women’s division.Speaking on The Female Quotient, where she showcased the WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship, Lynch reflected on how far the division has come and praised the current generation of female talent.Lynch said she is proud of everything the women’s division has accomplished over the years, pointing to milestones that once seemed impossible.“I’m so proud of the women’
  
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• Stephanie McMahon Reacts to Rumor She Peed Herself During WWE Pay-Per-View Event

  31-07-2026 19:31
  
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  Stephanie McMahon has finally addressed a long-running internet rumor.Speaking with Brie Bella on What’s Your Story?, McMahon looked back at their heated confrontation at WWE Payback 2014, where Bella slapped her during an in-ring segment. McMahon revealed that many fans mistakenly believed she had peed herself after the slap due to the lighting and shadows on her dress.“When we did the segment when you slapped me, do you know everyone tho
  
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• Baron Corbin Says Only Losers See Grayson Waller in WWE NXT as a Demotion

  31-07-2026 19:15
  
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  Baron Corbin defends Grayson Waller, saying his move to WWE NXT is not a demotion.Former WWE Tag Team Champion Grayson Waller made a surprise appearance on this past Tuesday’s episode of NXT. He delivered a pipe bomb-style promo aimed at everyone, including the men’s NXT roster and independent wrestlers who had signed with the promotion. He also took shots at his former tag team partner, Austin Theory, Cruz Montana, and even TNA Wrestling.The segment received praise
  
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• Jimmy Uso Hopes To Have A WWE World Title Run Like His Brothers, Jey Uso and Sami Zayn

  31-07-2026 19:11
  
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  Jimmy Uso says he would welcome the opportunity to become a world champion in WWE, but he is content waiting for the right moment.Speaking with Sports Illustrated’s Jean Chery, Jimmy was asked whether seeing his brother Jey Uso and Sami Zayn capture world titles has made him think about pursuing a championship of his own. While he admitted the thought has crossed his mind, Jimmy emphasized that he has never been someone to push himself to the front of the line.“Man,
  
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• Cody Rhodes Blasts Critics Who Say The Miz Is Not A Good Wrestler

  31-07-2026 19:07
  
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  Cody Rhodes has no time for anyone who questions The Miz‘s ability as an in-ring performer.The Miz has been a fixture in WWE for nearly two decades. He’s built a résumé that includes multiple world championship reigns, tag team titles, Intercontinental Championships, and main eventing WrestleMania XXVII alongside John Cena.While the “A-Lister” has often divided opinion among wrestling fans, Rhodes made it clear that he believes The Miz has
  
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• Becky Lynch Reveals How Being A Mom Taught Her About Gratitude

  31-07-2026 18:45
  
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  WWE‘s Becky Lynch explains how motherhood helped put things into perspective in her life.Former multiple-time WWE women’s champion Becky Lynch recently appeared on The Female Quotient. During the interview, she opened up about balancing her career and being a present mother to her daughter, Roux. She explained that motherhood helped her stop obsessing over professional perfection, allowing her to enjoy her wrestling career without letting it define her entire identi
  
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• WWE Star Believes Popular NXT Partnership Reunion Will Explode The Internet

  31-07-2026 18:43
  
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  Ricky Saints believes it is only a matter of time before he reunites with his WWE NXT colleague, Ethan Page, on the main roster.Saints recently appeared on the Main Event Club. Here, he was asked whether he sees himself recreating his former NXT partnership with Page. While the two are currently on separate brands, with Page on RAW and Saints on SmackDown, Saints is optimistic that they will cross paths again.“I definitely, man, I really love that partners
  
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• Paul Heyman Ignored Backstage Order To Make WWE Official Look Smaller On Camera

  31-07-2026 18:20
  
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  WWE‘s Nick Aldis says Paul Heyman ignored backstage orders about making him look small on camera.Ahead of his WWE in-ring debut against GUNTHER at SummerSlam, former SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis appeared on the INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet podcast. During the conversation, Vliet pointed out how Aldis was different from the previous GMs, saying his character was like an authority figure with backbone.Aldis noted that Triple H wanted him to use his physical presence
  
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• Chris Sabin Comments on Motor City Machine Guns’ AEW Return

  31-07-2026 17:55
  
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  Chris Sabin reflects on the Motor City Machine Guns’ return to AEW.The Motor City Machine Guns’ Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley were among the superstars WWE released as part of the post-WrestleMania 42 talent cuts. They had signed with the promotion in September 2024. Although they started strong by winning the WWE Tag Team Championship, the rest of their tenure was not successful.They became free agents on Thursday, July 23, 2026, after their 90-day non-
  
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• WWE ID Talent Announces Her Contract Has Ended

  31-07-2026 17:22
  
  Veronica West, formerly known as Fallyn Grey, has confirmed that her time as a WWE ID prospect has come to an end.The 22-year-old announced the news in a statement shared on Instagram, reflecting on her experience in the WWE ID program while making it clear that she has no plans to step away from professional wrestling.“Unfortunately, my time as a WWE ID Prospect has come to an end,” West wrote. “Even having the opportunity to work with and say I was a part of the WWE in the I
  
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• Chelsea Green Calls Damian Priest a ‘Diva’ Over His WWE TV Glam Routine

  31-07-2026 17:20
  
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  WWE‘s Chelsea Green playfully roasts Damian Priest for hogging the hair and makeup chair backstage.Ahead of SummerSlam this weekend, Chelsea Green appeared on TMZ’s Inside The Ring podcast to promote the show. During the conversation, she opened up about competing in the interim WWE Women’s Championship ladder match at the event, her battle with Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT), and undergoing heart surgery.Chelsea Green Teases Damian Priest Over His WWE Mak
  
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• The Undertaker Told WWE Star To Treat Rival Like He Stole His Lifeline

  31-07-2026 15:52
  
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  Chad Gable recently shared a memorable lesson from WWE Hall of Famer The Undertaker. It completely changed how he approached wrestling. The WWE star said one backstage speech changed everything. It came before his feud with El Grande Americano.WWE star Chad Gable credits The Undertaker for changing his wrestling mindsetSpeaking on What Do You Wanna Talk About? With Cody Rhodes, Rhodes asked Chad Gable about learning under The Undertaker, who currently works as a booker for AAA.
  
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• WWE’s Cody Rhodes Wrote A Brutally Honest Message On One-Of-One Stardust Card

  31-07-2026 15:27
  
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  Cody Rhodes has portrayed many memorable WWE characters. However, one gimmick remains his least favorite. The former Undisputed WWE Champion recently revealed a surprising confession. It involved a rare one-of-one Stardust trading card.Speaking on What Do You Wanna Talk About? With Cody Rhodes, he discussed his past WWE gimmicks with Chad Gable. The conversation turned to Rhodes’ time as Stardust. Rhodes noted that Gable also experienced several character changes which in
  
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• Nick Aldis Fights Back Tears Discussing WWE In-Ring Debut At SummerSlam

  31-07-2026 15:25
  
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  Nick Aldis will finally wrestle his first WWE match. His long-awaited debut comes this weekend at SummerSlam. The former SmackDown General Manager became emotional discussing it. Aldis admitted this opportunity means everything to him.Speaking on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, Nick Aldis opened up about his SummerSlam match. He admitted he feels enormous pressure before stepping into the ring. When Chris Van Vliet said fans were excited for his return, Aldis simply replied, &ldq
  
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• TNA Teases Talent Release Amid Recent Roster Departures

  31-07-2026 05:43
  
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  TNA Wrestling mixed storyline with real-life events on the July 30 episode of iMPACT, teasing that Harley Hudson could be released from the company. The segment between Santino Marella and Daria Rae came at a time when several real TNA stars have recently left the promotion. This blurred the lines between reality and kayfabe.The backstage segment featured Director of Operations Rae and Director of Authority Marella discussing Hudson’s future. While it was clearl
  
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• The Hardys to Defend TNA Tag Team Titles Against The Nemeths at Lockdown

  31-07-2026 05:18
  
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  TNA Wrestling has added another big match to the Lockdown 2026 card. The Hardys (Matt Hardy and Jeff Hardy) will defend the TNA World Tag Team title against The Nemeth Brothers (Nic Nemeth and Ryan Nemeth) inside a steel cage.The rivalry between the two brother teams has been heating up ever since The Hardys won the TNA World Tag Team Titles at Slammiversary. They captured the championships in a four-way ladder match that also included Nic and Ryan Nemeth.Both teams b
  
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• New Stipulation Added to Will Ospreay vs. Mark Davis at AEW Grand Slam Mexico

  31-07-2026 04:55
  
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  Will Ospreay and Mark Davis are ready to take their rivalry to the next level at AEW Grand Slam Mexico. What was announced as a normal singles match has now gone up a notch after the addition of a new stipulation.The stipulation was confirmed on the July 30 episode of AEW Collision. A wild brawl after the main event convinced Ospreay that a regular wrestling match would not be enough to settle things with his former United Empire teammate.Will Ospreay wants a Mexico City Street
  
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• Marigold Ring Announcer Diagnosed With Stage 4 Colon Cancer

  31-07-2026 04:47
  
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  Dream Star Fighting Marigold has shared difficult news involving one of the most recognizable voices in Japanese professional wrestling.
  The promotion announced that longtime ring announcer Oki “Okky” Okita has been diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer and is preparing to begin treatment.The announcement came ahead of Marigold’s July 30 event, with the company asking fans and the wider wrestling community to rally behind the veteran announcer du
  
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• TNA Honors Rebel on Impact Amid ALS Battle

  31-07-2026 04:10
  
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  TNA Wrestling paused the action on the July 30 edition of Thursday Night iMPACT to recognize one of its former stars.
  During the broadcast, the company publicly sent its support to Tanea Brooks, better known to wrestling fans as Rebel, as she continues her battle with terminal ALS.The heartfelt message added another chapter to the wrestling industry’s growing show of unity for Brooks, whose health journey has touched promotions across the business.TNA pays tribute to form
  
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• WATCH: WWE’s Logan Paul Faces AEW Star In Unexpected Boom-Off

  31-07-2026 04:03
  
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  WWE star Logan Paul had an unexpected face-off this week, but it had nothing to do with SummerSlam or a wrestling match. Instead, he met AEW personality Big BOOM AJ at the National Sports Collectors Convention in Rosemont, Illinois, where the two took part in a fun “Boom-Off.”The lighthearted moment brought together stars from rival wrestling companies. Fans loved the crossover, and the video immediately spread across social media.Big BOOM AJ keeps his undefeated mo
  
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• Former WWE Star and Insane Clown Posse Pour Ice During ALS Challenge on AEW Collision

  31-07-2026 03:47
  
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  AEW Collision featured a heartfelt moment on the July 30 episode as former WWE and ECW star Rhino joined Detroit’s own Insane Clown Posse for a special appearance in support of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
  The emotional segment highlighted the wrestling community’s growing efforts to raise awareness following Rebel’s ALS diagnosis.While fans expected another night of in-ring action, one of the show’s most memorable moments came away from the b
  
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• WWE Star Mocks Grayson Waller for Being ‘Demoted’ to NXT at 36

  31-07-2026 03:27
  
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  Grayson Waller‘s surprise return to WWE NXT has already created some buzz in the wrestling community, but not just because of his pipe bomb-style promo. This time, fellow NXT star Tristan Angels took a shot at him, joking that Waller had been “demoted” back to WWE’s developmental brand.Waller returned to NXT on the July 28 episode and immediately called out the entire men’s locker room. His comments didn’t go unnoticed, and Angels quickly fir
  
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• AEW Commentator Enters 16-Man Continental Cup Tournament

  31-07-2026 03:25
  
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  AEW has unveiled a major shake-up for the Continental Cup. One familiar voice from the commentary desk is looking to trade a headset for wrestling boots.During the July 30 episode of AEW Collision, the company confirmed a brand-new tournament format while revealing an unexpected entrant.The announcement not only raises the stakes for the Continental Championship but also adds another intriguing chapter to Nigel McGuinness’ unlikely in-ring resurgence.Nigel McGuinness join
  
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• Motor City Machine Guns Make Surprise Appearance on AEW Collision

  31-07-2026 03:04
  
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  The Motor City Machine Guns are officially part of AEW. After months of rumors following their WWE release, Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin made a surprise debut on the special live episode of AEW Collision from Detroit’s Masonic Temple Theatre.The hometown stars received a huge ovation as they confirmed they had signed with AEW, giving the company one of its biggest signings of 2026. Their arrival comes at a great time for AEW’s tag team division, with All In just aro
  
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• WWE Considering SummerSlam Role for Hall of Famer — Report

  31-07-2026 03:00
  
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  A WWE Hall of Famer could return during one of the company’s biggest events of the year. With SummerSlam just around the corner, a new report suggests WWE is discussing an on-screen role for a familiar face. Nevertheless, plans have reportedly not been finalized.If the appearance happens, it would mark a fitting return in front of a hometown crowd. There is no question that it would bring another layer of nostalgia to the premium live event.Jesse Ventura reportedly in con
  
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• Jimmy Uso Reveals What Would Make Him Consider WWE Retirement

  31-07-2026 02:47
  
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  Jimmy Uso may not be thinking about retirement anytime soon. Nevertheless, the longtime WWE star already knows what will tell him it’s time to step away.Ahead of another SummerSlam appearance, the nine-time WWE Tag Team Champion reflected on the feeling that has kept his passion for wrestling alive throughout his career.Speaking with Sports Illustrated, Uso explained that while championships are rewarding, they aren’t what continues to drive him every time he walks
  
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• WWE Star Says He’s Already Made It Without Winning A World Title

  31-07-2026 02:39
  
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  Jimmy Uso has been one of WWE’s most dependable stars for more than a decade. Even though he has never won a singles WWE world title, he believes he has already had a successful career.The Bloodline member recently shared that while becoming a world champion is still a dream, he doesn’t think a title is needed to prove what he has achieved.For most of his WWE career, Jimmy teamed with his brother Jey as The Usos. Together, they became one of the greatest tag teams i
  
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• CM Punk Predicts Cody Rhodes Rivalry Will Continue Beyond WWE SummerSlam

  31-07-2026 02:24
  
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  CM Punk isn’t looking at his upcoming Undisputed WWE Championship defense against Cody Rhodes as a one-and-done affair.Ahead of their blockbuster showdown at SummerSlam, the champion admitted that while he’s confident of leaving Minneapolis with the title, he doesn’t believe one match will be enough to settle their increasingly personal rivalry.Punk shared his thoughts while training with former WWE Champion Big E. He offered a glimpse into his mindset before
  
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• WWE’s Big E Says Accidentally Hitting AJ Lee Was Worse Than Breaking His Neck

  31-07-2026 02:12
  
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  Big E has revealed that one of the most stressful moments of his WWE career wasn’t breaking his neck; it was accidentally hitting AJ Lee during a live episode of WWE RAW.The former WWE Champion recently looked back on the incident while training with CM Punk ahead of SummerSlam. What started as a fun workout session briefly became a reminder of a moment Big E says he has never forgotten.CM Punk reminds Big E about the AJ Lee accidentWWE recently shared a video of CM Punk
  
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• WWE Baffled by Tony Khan’s Booking of AEW Star — Report

  31-07-2026 02:01
  
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  Persephone’s early run in AEW is reportedly drawing attention well beyond the promotion itself.
  Following another high-profile defeat on the July 29 edition of AEW Dynamite, a new report claims that several people within WWE are questioning how Tony Khan has booked the reigning CMLL Women’s World Champion.The reported reaction comes as Persephone continues to search for momentum after joining AEW while holding championship gold in Mexico.WWE reportedly questions AEW
  
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• TNA iMPACT Results: Review, Grades, Card for July 30

  31-07-2026 00:30
  
  Our TNA iMPACT results for tonight feature Mustafa defending the TNA International Championship against Jason Hotch, DemonXBunny putting the Knockouts World Tag Team Championship on the line against The Elegance Brand, Knockouts TV Championship Tournament quarterfinal matches, Leon Slater and Ricky Sosa taking on The System, and more!TNA iMPACT Card
  DemonXBunny (Rosemary & Allie) vs. The Elegance Brand (Heather & M By Elegance) – TNA Knockouts World Tag Team ChampionshipJada Stone
  
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• The Undertaker Says WWE’s Infamous ‘Curtain Call’ Was Selfish, But He Understands It

  31-07-2026 00:00
  
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  The Undertaker recently opened up on The Kliq’s infamous curtain call moment. Although he understood it, the legend thinks the moment was selfish more than anything.
  During a recent episode of his podcast in which he answered questions, the legend was asked about the infamous “curtain call” between the Kliq. For those unaware, WWE’s infamous “curtain call” moment took place in 1996, at a house show in Madison Sq
  
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