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• AJ Styles Identifies Major Issue Holding WWE NXT Talent Back

  07-09-2026 17:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AJ Styles urges WWE NXT talent to develop their own identity.After he retired from in-ring competition at Royal Rumble 2026, WWE inducted AJ Styles into its Hall of Fame. He then continued working in the company as a talent scout. Moreover, he recently revealed that he has taken a permanent position as a coach in NXT.Speaking on the latest episode of his The AJ Styles Show podcast, the Phenomenal One discussed mentoring Keanu Carver and Saquon Shugars in NXT. He al
  
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• NXT’s Myles Borne Promises Face-to-Face Apology to Tavion Heights Next Week

  09-09-2026 04:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Myles Borne is set to address Tavion Heights face-to-face next week on WWE NXT. He has promised to publicly apologize to his former tag team partner after his shocking betrayal at NXT Heatwave.The announcement came during the September 8 episode of NXT after Hank Walker and Tank Ledger confronted Borne backstage. The two NXT stars made it clear that Borne’s recent attempt to apologize to Heights was not enough.Borne eventually agreed.Myles Borne and Tavion Heights are set
  
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• Two Major WWE Stars Are Heading Back to NXT for House Show Appearances

  09-09-2026 04:10 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Two prominent Monday Night Raw stars are set to make a return to the NXT scene later this month. WWE announced during the Sept. 8 episode of NXT that IYO SKY and Intercontinental Champion Chad Gable will appear at two upcoming house shows outside Florida.The appearances will take place on Sept. 26 in Columbia, South Carolina, and Sept. 27 in Greensboro, North Carolina. While both stars remain part of the Raw brand, they’ll temporarily step through the NXT curtain for the
  
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• Tavion Heights Came for the NXT Gold, but Jackson Drake Had Other Plans

  09-09-2026 04:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Tavion Heights entered the Sept. 8 episode of WWE NXT looking to turn a difficult chapter into championship momentum. Standing across from him was Jackson Drake, making his first NXT North American Championship defense since capturing the title at Heatwave.Heights had plenty of reason to fight with urgency. After losing his titles at Heatwave, his former tag team partner Myles Borne betrayed and attacked him.Challenging Drake gave Heights a chance to redirect that f
  
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• Kyle Fletcher Had One Major Goal Following His AEW Injury

  09-09-2026 03:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Kyle Fletcher had one goal after suffering a serious leg injury earlier this year – to make it back in time for AEW All In at Wembley Stadium.The AEW star suffered a torn meniscus, fractured tibia, and fractured ankle during a match on AEW Collision in March. With the injuries being so serious and his recovery timeline uncertain, Fletcher had no guarantee that he could return in time for AEW’s biggest event of the summer.Kyle Fletcher remained focused on making his
  
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• Tony Khan Leads ROH Tribute to Late Andy Williams During TV Tapings

  09-09-2026 03:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Tony Khan and Ring of Honor paused their Sept. 8 television tapings in Jacksonville, Florida, to remember Andy Williams, the former AEW and ROH wrestler better known as “The Butcher.”
  The tribute came just days after Williams’ death at 48, bringing together wrestling and music fans in a moment of remembrance.Before the ROH taping began, Khan joined those at ringside for a moment of silence and a traditional 10-bell salute. A memorial graphic fo
  
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• WWE Doesn’t Want To Rush Two Huge CM Punk Title Feuds — Report

  09-09-2026 03:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE appears to be taking its time with two major CM Punk title feuds, with Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton being kept occupied away from the Undisputed WWE Championship for now.
  According to Dave Meltzer, the strategy could have a bigger payoff waiting down the road.The current Rhodes-Orton rivalry is reportedly serving a specific purpose beyond their personal issues.
  Meltzer explained on Tuesday’s Wrestling Observer Radio that WWE doesn’t plan to put either man back in
  
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• Kelani Jordan Retains NXT Women’s Championship Before Surprise Vicious Attack

  09-09-2026 03:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Kelani Jordan successfully retained the NXT Women’s Championship in her first title defense against Jaida Parker. However, her celebration was cut short, thanks to Wren Sinclair.On the September 8 episode of WWE NXT, Jordan put her championship on the line against Parker in the opening match.The match began with both women fighting for position after a lockup. Parker initially knocked Jordan down with a shoulder tackle. However, the champion responded during their second
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Kairi Sane’s Future Gets Major Update Amid AEW Speculation — Report

  09-09-2026 03:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Kairi Sane’s next wrestling destination remains undecided despite growing speculation about a move to AEW. A new report has now provided an update on where things stand between the former WWE star and Tony Khan’s promotion.According to Fightful Select, AEW and Sane have held discussions. However, the two parties have not finalized a deal. Sane became a free agent after her 90-day non-compete clause expired following her WWE release on April 24.Sane’s name has
  
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• WWE & Disney Exploring ‘Special’ Crossover Events for 2027

  09-09-2026 03:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE and Disney could be taking their growing relationship in a new direction in 2027. TKO President and COO Mark Shapiro revealed that the two companies are discussing “special events.” Nevertheless, the exact details of what that could look like remain under wraps.Shapiro shared the news Tuesday during the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference while discussing WWE’s sponsorship and advertising revenue.He explained that the year-over-year decline
  
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• WWE Legend Glenn Jacobs (Kane) Emerges as Leading Candidate for US Senate Appointment

  09-09-2026 02:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Kane, better known outside the ring as Glenn Jacobs, could be entering another major chapter in his political career. He has emerged as a leading candidate for a possible United States Senate appointment in Tennessee.Jacobs recently finished his eight-year run as mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, with his second term officially ending on September 1. However, leaving local government may not signal the end of his political career.Glenn Jacobs is reportedly a le
  
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• Police Release Statement on Andy ‘The Butcher’ Williams’ Death

  09-09-2026 02:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The Millvale Borough Police Department has released an official statement about the death of Andy Williams, better known to wrestling fans as The Butcher. The statement gives a detailed timeline of the emergency that happened after his match at an Enjoy Wrestling event.Williams died on September 5 at the age of 48 after collapsing at Mr. Smalls Theatre in Millvale, Pennsylvania. He had just wrestled alongside his longtime tag team partner The Blade (Jesse Guilme
  
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• TKO Confirms Changes to WWE Superstar Pay Structure After Major Media Rights Deals

  09-09-2026 02:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TKO has confirmed changes to the way WWE Superstar pay is structured following the company’s recent media rights agreements.Mark Shapiro, President and COO of TKO Group Holdings, discussed the changes while speaking at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference 2026.Shapiro explained that WWE and UFC’s new media deals have already been factored into the company’s financial projections. These include adjustments to compensation for superstars and fi
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Carmella Feared Marriage to Corey Graves Could Fail After Major Life Change

  09-09-2026 02:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Superstar Carmella has opened up about the challenges she and Corey Graves faced after becoming parents.In a new video on her YouTube channel, Carmella discussed the resentment that began building in their relationship after the birth of their first child. She explained that becoming the “default parent” left her carrying much of the mental load at home.While Carmella acknowledged that Graves was an involved father and a great partner, she said many respo
  
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• AEW Star Reveals He ‘Pooped’ His Pants During All Out 2023

  09-09-2026 02:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW star Austin Gunn has revealed that he may have literally left everything he had in the ring during a match at AEW All Out 2023, including his bowels. We have often heard instances of pro wrestlers pooping their pants during a match or afterward, because of the extreme physical nature of the match and sometimes because of an illness as well.One of the most notable examples is CM Punk, who previously revealed that he had an accident during a WWE match with Dean Ambrose in 201
  
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• WWE NXT Results: Review, Grades, Card For Sept 8

  09-09-2026 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our WWE NXT results for tonight include former NXT Champion Tony D’Angelo teaming with Mason Rook and Saquon Shugars against Keanu Carver, Cruz Montana and EK Prosper, Tavion Heights challenging Jackson Drake for the NXT North American Championship, and Kelani Jordan defending the NXT Women’s Championship against Jaida Parker. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida.WWE NXT Card:
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• Another Top WWE Star Confirms Death of Beloved Pet as Cody Rhodes Mourns Pharaoh

  08-09-2026 22:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A fellow WWE star has confirmed the death of her beloved pet following the heartbreaking loss of Cody Rhodes’ dog, Pharaoh.Rhodes recently announced the death of Pharaoh, his longtime Siberian Husky. The dog had been part of the Rhodes family for more than a decade and became a familiar presence to WWE fans over the years.Pharaoh also held a special place in Rhodes’ life, with the WWE star previously explaining how the dog stayed by his side foll
  
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• UFC Legend Tells John Cena ‘I Despise You’ on Social Media

  08-09-2026 22:44 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena has once again found himself on the receiving end of an unexpected response to one of his inspirational posts on social media.The WWE legend frequently uses X to share motivational messages, thoughts on personal growth, and words of encouragement with his followers. His latest post, however, caught the attention of former UFC star Chael Sonnen.Cena recently wrote, “Strive for a relationship environment that allows disagreement without fear.”Chael Sonnen Ta
  
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• Grayson Waller’s Brutal NXT Men’s Division Comments Get Backing From WWE Star

  08-09-2026 22:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Grayson Waller has received some unexpected backing for his recent comments about the current state of NXT’s men’s division.Waller returned to NXT on the July 28 episode and delivered a shoot-style promo in which he praised the women’s division while claiming they were “running laps” around the men.Kelani Jordan agrees with Waller’s assessment, although she admitted that the male wrestlers should probably take his comments personally.During a
  
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• WWE Adds Eight New RAW and SmackDown Dates to 2026 Schedule

  08-09-2026 21:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has added eight new RAW and SmackDown dates to its 2026 schedule, expanding its live event calendar for November and December.The newly announced dates will take place across several cities in the United States, with both RAW and SmackDown included in the lineup.Tickets for all eight events will go on sale Friday, September 11, at 10 a.m. local time. Moreover, fans will also have access to an exclusive presale beginning Thursday, September 10, at 10 a.m. local time.WWE Expa
  
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• WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair Files $10 Million Lawsuit After Allegedly Being ‘Duped’ Into Major Deal

  08-09-2026 20:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Ric Flair has filed a $10 million lawsuit against digital talent agency FAM Networks, accusing the company of misleading him into signing away rights to his name, image and likeness.According to an Independent exclusive, the WWE Hall of Famer claims FAM promised him significant revenue through speaking engagements, appearances, collaborative projects and social media content. However, the lawsuit alleges that many of those promises were never fulfilled.Flair claims FAM presente
  
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• John Cena Didn’t Know He Was Facing Kurt Angle in WWE Debut Until He Reached Arena

  08-09-2026 19:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Superstar Rob Conway says John Cena didn’t know about his debut against Kurt Angle until he reached the arena.Former WWE World Tag Team Champion Rob Conway was the latest guest on the INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet podcast. During the conversation, he looked back at working with John Cena during his time as the Prototype in OVW. Conway praised the legend for being the most talented “promo guy” he has ever seen. He said what fans saw on television is n
  
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• TNA Authority Figure’s Convicted Stalker Threatened To Come After Her Again Once Released

  08-09-2026 19:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA authority figure Daria Rae (Sonya Deville) says her convicted stalker threatened to come after her again after his release.TNA’s on-screen Director of Operations, Daria Rae, recently sat down with Shawn French of The Determined Society for an interview. During the conversation, she recalled when a stalker broke into her home in 2020. The person, who was identified as Phillip Thomas, was sentenced to 15 years in prison. She recounted the incident and what hap
  
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• WWE’s Cody Rhodes Announces Heartbreaking Loss of Longtime Companion

  08-09-2026 19:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE‘s Cody Rhodes’ longtime companion, Pharaoh, has passed away.Cody Rhodes took to Instagram to announce that his dog Pharaoh has sadly passed away. He shared an emotional tribute to the all-white Siberian Husky, which was known for its striking eyes and gentle demeanor. Pharaoh was 15 years old when he passed away. He had accompanied Rhodes to many wrestling events over the years and appeared on AEW and WWE television. Randy Orton recently mentioned hi
  
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• Recently Returned WWE Star Boasts Nobody Has Kicked Out of His Finisher in 7 Years

  08-09-2026 18:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE’s Bronson Reed boasts that nobody has kicked out of his Tsunami in seven years.Bronson Reed made a surprise return to WWE television at Sunday Night’s Main Event. He attacked Oba Femi during his match against Bron Breakker. Reed and the rest of the Vision once again got the better of the Ruler on last night’s episode of RAW and laid him out in the ring.After the event, Bronson Reed appeared on RAW Recap. He spoke about his impressive weight loss. Reed also
  
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• WATCH: Oba Femi Swats Bronson Reed’s Foot Away During Disrespectful WWE RAW Moment

  08-09-2026 18:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Oba Femi didn’t take Bronson Reed’s disrespectful gesture too kindly after taking a beatdown from the Vision on WWE RAW.Oba Femi’s match against Bron Breakker at Sunday Night’s Main Event ended in a disqualification after Bronson Reed attacked him with a steel chair. Reed returned after a lengthy absence due to a torn bicep and laid out the Ruler with multiple Tsunamis.Femi looked to get some retribution during last night’s episode of WWE RAW but o
  
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• Sol Ruca Spoils Planned Spot for WWE Money in the Bank Ladder Match

  08-09-2026 18:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE is gearing up for one of its most anticipated PLEs, Money In The Bank. And Sol Ruca already has a wild spot planned for her match.The Money in the Bank ladder match is one of those matches that guarantees chaos and OMG moments. Not to mention, a shortcut to potentially becoming the next World Champion. That said, WWE’s young talent, Sol Ruca, has promised her fans a high-flying highlight reel.Sol Ruca Plans to Hit a Soul Snatcher Off the La
  
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• New Report Disputes Major Claim About Bayley’s WWE Future

  08-09-2026 17:41 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A new report about Bayley’s WWE future disputes Dave Meltzer’s earlier claim.Following her surprise return on this week’s WWE RAW, Dave Meltzer noted on Wrestling Observer Radio that Bayley signed a new contract with the promotion. She returned during the Women’s Money in the Bank qualifying match between Sol Ruca, Maxxine Dupri, and Lyra Valkyria. She cost Valkyria the match and attacked her afterward.New Report Disputes Major Claim About Bayley’s
  
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• Major Update on Bayley’s WWE Future Following RAW Return — Report

  08-09-2026 17:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  There’s a new update on Bayley’s WWE future following her return on this week’s RAW.After weeks of speculation about her contract status with WWE, Bayley made a surprise return on last night’s episode of RAW. She appeared during the Women’s Money in the Bank qualifying match between Lyra Valkyria, Sol Ruca, and Maxxine Dupri. She pulled the referee out of the ring as Valkyria was about to score the victory, and the distraction allowed Ruca to capit
  
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• Netflix Executive Makes Major Claim About WWE Partnership

  08-09-2026 17:04 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A Netflix executive makes a major positive claim about the WWE partnership.WWE entered a 10-year, $5 billion partnership with Netflix in 2025. The streaming platform is the exclusive live-streaming home for the promotion’s weekly flagship show, Monday Night RAW, in the United States. Outside the country, the platform also streams SmackDown, NXT, and the PLEs in certain international markets.Netflix’s Vice President of Global Live Sports and Entertainment, Gabe Spitz
  
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