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• Baron Corbin vs. Lil Yachty Set With Wild WWE Stipulation at SNME

  22-08-2026 06:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Trick Williams can attain an opportunity to reclaim the US title from Baron Corbin during Sunday Night’s Main Event in September, but there is one caveat. Corbin laid out the unusual stipulation at this week’s SmackDown. An ally will have to step up for Trick Williams if he wants to earn the title opportunityTrick Williams’ United States championship opportunity depends on Lil YachtyOn August 21 SmackDown, Williams continued his pursuit of a match against Corb
  
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• Damian Priest’s Reaction to R-Truth After WWE Title Loss Sparks Heel Turn Talk

  22-08-2026 05:42 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Damian Priest reacted with visible frustration toward R-Truth after their loss to Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga of the MFT in the tag team titles match on this week’s SmackDown. It has led WWE fans to speculate on a potential heel turn for the 43-year-old wrestler.Damian Priest’s tension with R-Truth fuels speculation about a heel turnPriest and R-Truth suffered another loss on the August 21 episode of SmackDown. The MFT convincingly defeated them, with R-Truth eating
  
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• Sami Zayn Ruins Kevin Owens’ WWE Title Chance, Unleashes Chaos on CM Punk

  22-08-2026 05:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Sami Zayn has once again become part of the heated rivalry between Kevin Owens and CM Punk. During the August 21 episode of WWE SmackDown, Zayn’s actions played a major role in Owens losing his chance to win the Undisputed WWE Championship, allowing Punk to keep the title.The match between Punk and Owens had been building for several weeks. After returning to WWE at SummerSlam, Owens earned a shot at the championship, setting up a big match between two veterans with a lot
  
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• Shinsuke Nakamura Officially Reveals New Partner on WWE SmackDown

  22-08-2026 04:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Shinsuke Nakamura’s mystery tag team partner has finally been revealed. After weeks of hints and warnings, Nakamura introduced his new partner on the August 21, 2026, episode of WWE SmackDown.With Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga holding the WWE Tag Team Championships, it seemed clear that Nakamura was preparing to challenge them. After the August 14 episode of SmackDown, the King of Strong Style warned the MFTs about his new partner.The mystery was finally solved.WWE’s S
  
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• WWE Delays Blake Monroe’s SmackDown In-Ring Debut Once More

  22-08-2026 04:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Blake Monroe’s long-awaited WWE SmackDown in-ring debut has been pushed back again. WWE had promoted her first match against Giulia for the August 21 episode, but the match never actually started.Monroe’s move to the WWE main roster has been building for months. After WrestleMania 42, WWE began airing videos to promote The Glamour’s move to SmackDown. Fans have been waiting for her to finally step into the ring to showcase her prowess.Monroe first made a big i
  
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• JBL Opens up About Difficult Health Year After Hospitalization & Back Problem

  22-08-2026 03:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE legend John Bradshaw Layfield has shared an update on his health after dealing with several issues this year. JBL talked about his hospitalization and how he was forced to take a break from working out for a few months. He also reflected on the back problems that eventually played a role in ending his wrestling career.The former WWE Champion discussed his health during an appearance on the Something to Wrestle With podcast. While talking about the back issues that led to hi
  
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• ‘American Daydream’: Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes Gets New Stipulation for SNME

  22-08-2026 03:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The feud between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton got even more intense on the August 21 episode of WWE SmackDown. The friends-turned-rivals once again found themselves in the same place, but WWE has now added a major rule to make sure they stay apart until their match at SNME.The situation started backstage when Sami Zayn was arguing with SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis. Zayn wanted to know when he would get “justice” after continuing to wrestle with a broken hand.
  
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• WWE’s Input on Busted Open After WWE Radio Move Gets Detailed — Report

  22-08-2026 02:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Radio has become a big part of WWE’s growing media presence, with Busted Open remaining one of the channel’s main shows on SiriusXM. Since the move, fans have wondered whether the popular wrestling talk show would change or keep the same style and outspoken opinions.The connection between WWE Radio and Busted Open Radio has also raised questions about the extent of the Stamford-based promotion’s involvement behind the scenes. A new report has now offered m
  
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• AJ Styles Could ‘100%’ Return to Wrestling in AEW or Elsewhere, Says Karl Anderson

  22-08-2026 02:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Karl Anderson, who has a long professional history with AJ Styles spanning multiple promotions, said in a recent interview that the latter could come out of retirement in AEW or somewhere else. Notably, Styles retired from in-ring competition in January 2026. He has since been involved in non-wrestling roles at WWE NXT and the WWE Performance Center.Karl Anderson discusses AJ Styles’ wrestling future and a possible AEW appearanceIn a new interview with The Wrestling Class
  
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• Joe Hendry’s WWE Future Gets Backstage Update After Absence Sparks Buzz — Report

  22-08-2026 02:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  After getting a lot of attention in the weeks before SummerSlam, Joe Hendry suddenly disappeared from WWE programming. His absence has fans wondering about the future of the rising star in the company. Moreover, a new backstage report suggests there is another reason for his absence.His most recent appearance was on the Aug. 3 episode of WWE RAW, where he faced Bron Breakker. Hendry lost the match, and Austin Theory attacked him afterward until Akira Tozawa ran in for the save.
  
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• Stephanie McMahon Reveals Attempt To Get Triple H Angry During Donald Trump’s Inauguration

  22-08-2026 02:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Stephanie McMahon has recalled an incident during Donald Trump’s first inauguration when a group of people attempted to provoke Triple H.McMahon shared the story during a recent episode of her What’s Your Story? podcast, where she was interviewing Chuck Zito. While discussing her family’s involvement in politics, McMahon remembered attending Trump’s first inauguration alongside Triple H.“So we were, Paul and I were at the train station when Trump w
  
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• Hollywood Star Eyes AEW Opportunity To Settle ‘Unfinished Business’ With Wrestling Legend

  22-08-2026 02:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  David Arquette has revealed that he would be interested in potentially working with AEW if the opportunity arises.The actor discussed his wrestling-related ambitions during a recent Reddit AMA on r/movies. Arquette was asked which of his films he would choose to make a sequel to if given the opportunity.“I think if I was to make any sequel it would be READY TO RUMBLE. There is such a huge love of wrestling and that film and there would be so much especially if WWE was inv
  
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• Tony Khan Reveals Unexpected Update on Eddie Kingston’s AEW Collison Status

  22-08-2026 02:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Eddie Kingston’s plans for AEW Collision have taken an unexpected turn. Tony Khan has shared an important update involving the veteran ahead of the August 22 show. Kingston was set for a big opportunity as AEW continues its Continental Challenge Cup tournament. However, fans will now have to wait to see what comes next for him.Eddie Kingston is not cleared to compete on AEW Collision, Tony Khan revealsTony Khan shared the update on August 21 during a live video ahead of R
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Was Plucked From Developmental To Beat Kane on PPV at 22 Years Old

  22-08-2026 00:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Luke Gallows has recalled the bizarre circumstances that saw him pulled from WWE developmental at just 22 years old to defeat Kane on pay-per-view.Gallows discussed the memorable chapter of his early career during an appearance on The Wrestling Classic. While reflecting on the angle, Gallows admitted that he still gets asked about the storyline despite the negative reception it received from fans.“I get asked about that, too. But that’s such a weird one, too, becaus
  
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