Wrestling news

• AEW Star Confirms They Were Dealing With Concussion Issues

  17-12-2025 23:09 via wrestlezone.com
  This AEW star confirms concussion issues were the reason for his extended in-ring absence.During a recent appearance on Casual Conversations with The Classic, former ROH Pure Champion Wheeler Yuta revealed that concussion issues forced him to take a break from wrestling in 2024.“One (standout moment) that kind of sticks in my head a little bit coming back from — so I had some issues with concussions and then coming back from that, I wrestled Lee Moriarty for the Ring of Honor Pure C
  
  Read more

• Pat McAfee Doubles Down on Major Declaration About His WWE Future

  19-08-2026 23:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty Images
  Pat McAfee has doubled down on his decision to step away from WWE, making it clear that fans should not expect him to return to the company.McAfee addressed a fan’s question about a potential WWE return next year in a video shared on his Instagram Stories. He reiterated the promise he made on the road to WrestleMania 42.“If Randy would have won, maybe, but I made a promise that I would never, ever… I would never be seen on WWE television ever again,&
  
  Read more

• WWE Veteran Claims AEW Rejected Him Because of His Political Beliefs

  19-08-2026 21:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  Former WWE executive Road Dogg has claimed that his political beliefs played a role in his being turned down for a job in AEW.Road Dogg, whose real name is Brian James, made the claim while exchanging tweets with Dave Meltzer and David Bixenspan. He suggested that he was denied an opportunity because of his political views and questioned why he should have been punished for a family member’s political affiliation.“Actually, I was turned away because of my political/
  
  Read more

• AEW Star Says She’s Willing To Be Set on Fire in Hardcore Match

  19-08-2026 21:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: AEW
  Former AEW Women’s World Champion Kris Statlander is willing to take things to the extreme in a hardcore wrestling match, including being set on fire.Statlander discussed her approach to pain and wrestling’s more dangerous spots during a recent appearance on 98 Rock Baltimore. The AEW star explained that while she does not enjoy pain, she believes she has learned to handle it better than most.“I don’t enjoy it, but I can handle it,” Statlander said
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• New WWE WrestleMania 42 Attendance Figures Reveal Major Decline — Report

  19-08-2026 20:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  WWE WrestleMania 42 saw a significant year-over-year drop in attendance, according to figures released by the Las Vegas Stadium Authority ahead of its quarterly meeting this week.The two-day event took place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas for the second consecutive year. According to POST Wrestling, the Stadium Authority reported that WrestleMania 42 drew 47,093 fans on Saturday, April 18, and 50,033 on Sunday, April 19. The combined attendance was 97,126.The figures represe
  
  Read more

• Tony Khan Paid AEW Star’s Medical Bill That Cost More Than His House

  19-08-2026 19:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: AEW
  AEW star Will Ospreay says Tony Khan paid his entire medical bill, which cost more than his house.Ahead of his AEW World Championship match against Kenny Omega at All In: London, All Elite Wrestling has released the first episode of a seven-part series documenting Will Ospreay’s recovery from a severe neck injury. He underwent neck fusion surgery in September 2025 and returned to the promotion at Revolution in March 2026.Will Ospreay recalled looking at the bill, which wa
  
  Read more

• Goldberg Knocked Out Ex-WWE Star With Spear Before He Was Ready

  19-08-2026 18:53 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  Former WWE Superstar Stevie Richards says Goldberg knocked him out with a spear before he could get into position.Speaking on his podcast, The Stevie Richards Show, the former WWE Hardcore Champion looked back at getting speared by Goldberg on the April 28, 2003, episode of RAW in Boston. He recalled the impact of knocking him out for a while. He also noted that the former Universal Champion hit him with the move before he could get into position to take it.“I had asked B
  
  Read more

• Trish Stratus Reveals Seeds Were Planted for Another Potential WWE Return

  19-08-2026 18:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  Trish Stratus says the seeds were planted for her finale match in WWE.During her recent interview with John Pollock of POST Wrestling, WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus revealed that a long-time storyline with Tiffany Stratton was planned for her 25th career anniversary last year. After they teamed up at Elimination Chamber 2025 and had a one-on-one match at Evolution, another clash was planned. It would’ve been the final match of her career.However, it didn’t materia
  
  Read more

• Advertisement

• Trish Stratus Makes Surprising Admission About Infamous WWE ‘Bark Like a Dog’ Segment

  19-08-2026 17:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus admits she wouldn’t change anything about the infamous segment in which she barked like a dog.During her recent conversation with John Pollock of POST Wrestling, Trish Stratus was asked about the questions she doesn’t like to be asked during interviews. The WWE Hall of Famer noted that she often gets asked about the infamous segment from the March 5, 2001, episode of RAW, in which Vince McMahon forced her to get on her knees in the ring and bark like
  
  Read more

• AEW’s Adam Copeland Opens up About How Close He Is to Retirement

  19-08-2026 17:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: AEW
  AEW‘s Adam Copeland shares his thoughts about his potential retirement.During his recent appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show, Adam Copeland was asked if he sees himself as an active wrestler when he turns 54 in two years. He replied that it’s hard to tell, saying that while Tony Khan is okay with his acting commitments, the AEW president does add time to his contract for the missed days. He also noted that he has conflicting feelings about his retirement.“Rig
  
  Read more

• Zilla Fatu Confirms the Rock Inspiration Behind His WWE NXT Look

  19-08-2026 17:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: @RealityOfWrestling | YouTube
  Zilla Fatu paid tribute to The Rock with his look on this week’s WWE NXT.Following his explosive debut on last week’s WWE NXT, Zilla Fatu appeared on the August 18 episode of the developmental brand to officially sign his contract. He cut a promo in the main event segment, saying he wants to prove he is more than a “nympobaby” (nepo baby).
  After Grayson Waller and Cruz Montana tried to attack him, General Manager Robert Stone an
  
  Read more

• Paul Heyman Says Brock Lesnar’s WWE Retirement Is for Real This Time

  19-08-2026 16:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo credit: WWE
  WWE‘s Paul Heyman confirms that Brock Lesnar’s retirement after SummerSlam is for real.After losing the Hell in a Cell match against Oba Femi at SummerSlam, Brock Lesnar announced his retirement from in-ring competition. However, wrestling fans were a bit skeptical of the announcement because the Beast Incarnate previously faked a retirement at WWE WrestleMania 42. Reports about him potentially returning for WrestleMania 43 next year also strengthened the doubts.How
  
  Read more

• AEW Star Takes Shot at WWE After Paul Heyman Says Company Answers to Shareholders

  19-08-2026 16:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  AEW’s Ricochet responded to Paul Heyman’s “biggest promotion” and “shareholders” comments from WWE RAW.During the August 17, 2026, episode of WWE RAW, Paul Heyman accompanied Bron Breakker to the ring for his segment with Oba Femi. After some heated words, Breakker suggested he and Femi have a match right away. However, Heyman stopped the reigning World Tag Team Champion and said if he takes one step towards the Ruler, he’d take a perma
  
  Read more

• WWE & ESPN Lawsuit Heads To Hearing This Week — Report

  19-08-2026 16:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  A key hearing in the WWE and ESPN lawsuit is scheduled to take place later this week in Connecticut. The lawsuit concerns WWE’s move to ESPN Unlimited. It claims fans were misled about accessing WWE events.According to PWInsider, the hearing happens on Thursday, August 20. It will begin at 10 AM, before the court officials. The hearing concerns a lawsuit filed by Michael Diesa and Rebecca Tobak. The lawsuit claims WWE misled customers about accessing events.WWE moved its
  
  Read more

• Solo Sikoa’s Backstage Momentum Grows Amid Potential Bigger WWE Push — Report

  19-08-2026 16:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  Former WWE United States Champion Solo Sikoa’s momentum has reportedly grown behind the scenes. His recent WWE run has received strong reactions from fans.The former United States Champion has gained attention lately. His character has also become much more popular. Over recent weeks, Sikoa embraced his “Solo Dolo” persona. He has started appearing more independently on the WWE screen.This followed the collapse of his previous MFT faction. Fans have responded
  
  Read more

• Thekla Still Being Considered for AEW All In: London — Report

  19-08-2026 16:19 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: AEW
  AEW star Thekla’s plans for All In remain unclear. She could still appear at Wembley Stadium despite having no announced match or segment. With the show quickly approaching in London this month, the former AEW Women’s World Champion could appear.Thekla recently lost the AEW Women’s World Championship. She dropped the title to Willow Nightingale at AEW Redemption. Nightingale is now set to defend her championship against Mercedes Moné at All In: London.T
  
  Read more

• Adam Copeland Gets Candid on John Cena Tapping Out to Gunther in Final Match

  19-08-2026 16:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: AEW
  AEW star Adam Copeland has shared his thoughts on John Cena tapping out in his final match. Cena wrestled his final match against Gunther at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event. He ultimately lost after tapping out to a sleeper hold.The finish shocked many fans watching Cena’s final match. Cena had rarely tapped out during his legendary career. His famous “Never Give Up” catchphrase made it even more surprising. Seeing him tap in his final match sparked crit
  
  Read more

• John Cena Wasn’t Happy With His WrestleMania 28 Loss to The Rock, Says WWE Veteran

  19-08-2026 16:08 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  WWE veteran referee Mike Chioda has shared a surprising insight from WrestleMania 28. He claims John Cena wasn’t happy about losing to The Rock. The two WWE legends headlined WrestleMania 28 in Miami.Their match followed a year-long rivalry and heated buildup. It became one of WWE’s biggest WrestleMania main events. WWE WrestleMania 28 main event ended with The Rock winning. The Final Boss defeated Cena cleanly during the match.Cena eventually attempted The People&r
  
  Read more

• Dustin Rhodes Makes X Account Private After Apology & Backlash

  19-08-2026 05:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: All Elite Wrestling
  AEW veteran Dustin Rhodes has made his X account private after facing backlash over his interaction with a social media post that fans criticized as transphobic and Islamophobic.The controversy quickly drew a response from TNA star Mustafa Ali, prompting Rhodes to publicly explain his actions and issue an apology.What began as a pair of emojis soon became one of wrestling’s biggest social media talking points. While the issue unfolded outside the ring, it
  
  Read more

• The Rock vs. Cody Rhodes Will Eventually Happen, Says WWE Legend

  19-08-2026 05:17 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo credit: WWE
  WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page believes it is only a matter of time before The Rock and Cody Rhodes finally meet in a singles match.The two stars have already crossed paths in one of WWE’s biggest storylines in recent years. However, their rivalry has never produced a one-on-one match. Nevertheless, according to DDP, the history between the two stars and their popularity make an eventual singles clash almost inevitable.DDP believes The Rock vs Cody Rhodes is just a
  
  Read more

• Naraku Returns to NXT & Crushes Shiloh Hill’s Title Hopes at Heatwave

  19-08-2026 04:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Image credit: WWE
  Naraku made a stunning return on the Aug. 18 episode of WWE NXT, inserting himself into a crucial No. 1 Contender’s Match and changing the Heatwave card in dramatic fashion.
  With championship opportunities hanging in the balance, one unexpected appearance proved to be the difference between victory and heartbreak.The shocking comeback didn’t just derail Shiloh Hill’s momentum — it also reshaped multiple title matches for Heatwave. In true wrestling fashi
  
  Read more

• Adam Copeland Believed WWE Would Block Him From John Cena’s Farewell Run

  19-08-2026 04:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: AEW
  John Cena’s farewell tour brought back some of his biggest rivals. However, one familiar opponent never got the chance to face him again. According to Adam Copeland, there was a reason why their final WWE match never happened.During Cena’s 2025 retirement tour, he wrestled stars like Brock Lesnar, AJ Styles, CM Punk, and Randy Orton. He also paid tribute to wrestlers he could not face during his farewell run, including Copeland, Bray Wyatt, The Undertaker, and Kurt
  
  Read more

• WWE NXT Sets Weaponized Steel Cage Match After Bitter Feud

  19-08-2026 04:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  WWE has officially confirmed that Saquon Shugars and Dion Lennox will collide in a Weaponized Steel Cage Match on next week’s episode of NXT. This takes their heated rivalry to its most dangerous stage yet.After months of betrayals, attacks, and outside interference, both men have agreed to settle the score where there will be nowhere left to run — or hide.While the steel structure is designed to keep others out, the war of words between the former allies suggests t
  
  Read more

• Asuka’s WWE Status Gets a Major Backstage Update — Report

  19-08-2026 03:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  Asuka has been away from WWE programming since May, but a new backstage report suggests the company hasn’t closed the book on her future.Instead, WWE is reportedly waiting for the former Women’s Champion to decide when she’s ready to step back into the ring, leaving the door wide open for a surprise return.The update comes after months of uncertainty surrounding Asuka’s absence, with fans wondering whether her emotional farewell-style messages hinted at
  
  Read more

• NXT Championship Gets a Three-Way Showdown at Heatwave

  19-08-2026 03:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo credit: WWE
  The NXT Championship match at Heatwave is now officially a Triple Threat.The road to the Triple Threat started on the August 11 episode of NXT, when Grayson Waller and Cruz Montana met in a number one contender’s match. The winner was supposed to earn a shot at Tony D’Angelo and the NXT Championship at Heatwave.However, things went off track when Zilla Fatu entered the ring and attacked both wrestlers. Neither Waller nor Montana could claim the victory, and the NXT
  
  Read more

• NXT Championship Gets a Fatal Four-Way Showdown at Heatwave

  19-08-2026 03:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo credit: WWE
  The NXT Championship match at Heatwave is now officially a Triple Threat.The road to the Triple Threat started on the August 11 episode of NXT, when Grayson Waller and Cruz Montana met in a number one contender’s match. The winner was supposed to earn a shot at Tony D’Angelo and the NXT Championship at Heatwave.However, things went off track when Zilla Fatu entered the ring and attacked both wrestlers. Neither Waller nor Montana could claim the victory, and the NXT
  
  Read more

• Peacock Raises Prices Again, Increasing Cost for WWE Fans

  19-08-2026 03:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE fans who rely on Peacock to watch special events will soon have to pay more.
  NBCUniversal has announced another price increase for the streaming service, with the changes taking effect immediately for new subscribers and next month for existing customers.The timing is notable, arriving just weeks before WWE’s special Sunday Night’s Main Event on Sept. 6. While the show is still headed to Peacock, accessing it live will now come at a higher monthly cost for many subscribers.Peaco
  
  Read more

• EK Prosper Lands a Shot at AAA Gold After NXT Victory

  19-08-2026 03:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo credit: WWE
  EK Prosper is now just one match away from winning AAA gold after earning a shot at the AAA World Cruiserweight Championship on the August 18 episode of WWE NXT.Prosper defeated La Parka, Romeo Moreno, and Tristan Angels in a Fatal Four-Way #1 Contender’s Match to earn the opportunity. The victory gives Prosper his first chance to win an AAA championship since joining WWE. He will face Fenix for the AAA World Cruiserweight Championship on the August 25 episode of NXT.EK P
  
  Read more

• Solo Sikoa Has a Message for Roman Reigns After WWE RAW Attack

  19-08-2026 03:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: WWE
  Solo Sikoa isn’t letting the dust settle after his shocking betrayal of Roman Reigns on WWE RAW. Just hours after dropping the Original Tribal Chief with a Samoan Spike, Solo took to social media with another warning, suggesting the latest twist in the Bloodline saga is only the beginning.The message follows a chaotic closing segment on the Aug. 17 edition of RAW, where Roman believed he was bringing his family back together. Instead, the cracks in the Bloodline widened,
  
  Read more

• Grayson Waller Has Some Harsh Words for NXT Locker Room After CM Punk Clash

  19-08-2026 03:06 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo credit: WWE
  After their recent backstage confrontation, Waller has now taken another shot at the NXT locker room for welcoming the Undisputed WWE Champion.CM Punk appeared at the August 15 WWE NXT Live event in Petersburg, Virginia. He teamed up with NXT Tag Team Champions Myles Borne and Tavion Heights to face The Vanity Project. Most of the NXT roster seemed happy to see Punk, but Waller clearly did not feel the same way.A video of Waller confronting Punk backstage later surfaced online.
  
  Read more

Follow @NewsWrestlingUS on Twitter!