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• Backstage Update Emerges on Michael Cole’s WWE SmackDown Absence — Report

  20-10-2026 19:00 via Wrestlezone
  
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  Michael Cole was noticeably absent from the commentary desk during the latest episode of WWE SmackDown, leaving Vic Joseph to fill in alongside Wade Barrett.The veteran broadcaster has been a familiar voice on WWE programming for nearly three decades. His absence from the October 16 episode of SmackDown prompted questions about why he missed the broadcast.However, a new backstage report has clarified the reason behind Cole’s absence, suggesting fans do not nee
  
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• ‘A D— Move’: Billy Gunn Says Triple H’s 2019 AEW Jab Backfired

  20-10-2026 17:00 via Wrestlezone
  
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  Billy Gunn has revisited Triple H‘s infamous comments about All Elite Wrestling during the 2019 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony.The comments came during D-Generation X’s Hall of Fame induction in April 2019, shortly after AEW emerged as a potential competitor to WWE. Gunn was already signed with AEW at the time, prompting the DX members to joke about his new professional home during their speech.Triple H’s response became one of the most memorable moments of the cer
  
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• Stephanie Vaquer Sizzles in Sultry Black Bikini Pics From Hawaii

  20-10-2026 04:30 via Wrestlezone
  
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  Stephanie Vaquer is giving fans a glimpse of her tropical getaway with a new collection of photos from Hawaii.Vaquer’s latest post comes after a busy weekend in Honolulu, where WWE returned for back-to-back live events on October 16 and 17. The former Women’s World Champion made her in-ring return during the tour after reportedly suffering an ankle injury at Money in the Bank.The Chilean star had been involved in a high-profile Women’s World Championship match
  
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• Tommaso Ciampa Says His AEW Run Has Exceeded His Expectations

  20-10-2026 04:00 via Wrestlezone
  
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  Former WWE star Tommaso Ciampa has opened up about his AEW journey. The former TNT Champion says the experience has exceeded his expectations. He also revealed how much his family has enjoyed the journey.Ciampa joined AEW in January 2026. His WWE contract had expired before he made the move. Since then, he has already captured the TNT Championship. He has also feuded with Chris Jericho and challenged several champions. Those opponents include Kazuchika Okada and Andrade El Idol
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Officially Signs With TNA

  20-10-2026 03:00 via Wrestlezone
  
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  Former WWE Superstar Shotzi Blackheart has officially signed with TNA Wrestling.Shotzi Blackheart’s WWE run ended in May 2025 after the promotion didn’t renew her contract when it expired. She then returned to the independent circuit and debuted in Major League Wrestling. She had an eventful run in the indies, winning several championships. Blackheart held the MLW World Featherweight Title for 217 days and has now crossed 332 days with the House of Glory Women&
  
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• Billy Gunn Recalls CM Punk & The Elite’s Backstage Clash at AEW All Out 2022

  20-10-2026 01:00 via Wrestlezone
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Billy Gunn has reflected on the brawl-out incident between CM Punk and The Elite. AEW All Out 2022 featured CM Punk facing Jon Moxley and MJF returning after a long break. However, the show was overshadowed by a backstage fight involving Punk, Kenny Omega, and The Young Bucks after Punk made controversial comments in the post-show press conference.AEW President Tony Khan later suspended everyone involved. Gunn recently shared his thoughts on th
  
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• WWE Raw Results: Review, Grades, Card For Oct 19

  20-10-2026 00:56 via Wrestlezone
  
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  Our WWE Raw results for tonight include Joe Hendry clashing with The Judgment Day’s JD McDonagh, Mr. Money in the Bank Penta battling The Vision’s Bron Breakker, and the return of World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California.WWE Raw Card:
  Joe Hendry vs. JD McDonaghWorld Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns returnsMr. Money in the Bank Penta vs. Bron Brea
  
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• Thekla Ignites No-Selling Debate After AEW WrestleDream Match

  20-10-2026 00:16 via Wrestlezone
  
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  Thekla has sparked a debate among wrestling fans following her AEW Women’s World Championship match against Mercedes Moné at WrestleDream 2026.Moné defeated Thekla to retain the championship at Saturday’s pay-per-view. However, the challenger’s actions after the match drew attention on social media, with fans questioning whether she properly sold the effects of the finish.Fan footage circulating on X showed Thekla rolling out of the ring before r
  
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• Raquel Rodriguez Turns up the Heat With New Hawaii Beach Photos

  20-10-2026 00:14 via Wrestlezone
  
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  Raquel Rodriguez is giving fans a glimpse of her tropical getaway with a new set of beach photos from Hawaii.The WWE star’s tropical getaway comes as the company recently returned to the islands for its first live event there since 2019.WWE held a live event at the Neal S. Blaisdell Arena in Honolulu on October 16, featuring several championship matches and notable appearances. Rodriguez was among the stars on the card, defending her WWE Women’s Intercontinental Cha
  
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