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• Bayley’s WWE Contract Status Clarified After Conflicting Reports

  11-09-2026 21:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Bayley’s WWE contract situation has been clarified after conflicting reports emerged regarding the former Women’s Champion’s status with the company.The confusion followed Bayley’s return to WWE television on the September 7 episode of RAW. She had been away from WWE programming for nearly two months before making her comeback.Dave Meltzer initially reported that Bayley had signed a new contract with WWE. Speaking on Wrestling Observer Radio, he gave a b
  
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• WWE Hall of Famer Fred Ottman (Typhoon) Hospitalized, Asks Fans for Prayers

  12-09-2026 05:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Fred “Typhoon” Ottman has been hospitalized after being taken to an emergency room. The former WWE and WCW star did not reveal what he is currently dealing with but asked fans to keep him in their thoughts and prayers.Wrestling fans have known Ottman by several different names throughout his career. He first gained attention in WWE as Tugboat before becoming Typhoon and forming The Natural Disasters with the late John “Earthquake” Tenta
  
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• Cody Rhodes Interview & Money in the Bank Qualifiers Set for Sept. 18 SmackDown

  12-09-2026 05:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The September 11 episode left SmackDown with a new Undisputed WWE Champion, new title contenders, and several feuds becoming more personal. Now, WWE has confirmed two major additions for next week’s edition. Cody Rhodes will return, while more matches in the race toward Money in the Bank will also take place.The qualifying matches for the 2026 MITB ladder matches began on the September 7 episode of RAW, with Bron Breakker becoming the first Superstar to earn a spot in the
  
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• After Causing Mayhem for Weeks, Sami Zayn Is Finally WWE Champion

  12-09-2026 04:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Sami Zayn is WWE Champion once again, but his path to the title on the Sept. 11, 2026 episode of SmackDown in Mexico City was anything but straightforward. After repeatedly inserting himself into the title picture, Zayn got his chance against CM Punk — with several familiar names becoming part of the equation.The trouble began on Aug. 22, when Zayn attacked both Punk and Kevin Owens, costing Owens his championship opportunity. Zayn claimed Punk had “stolen” th
  
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• Johnny Gargano Ends Planking Angle, Demands WWE Title Shot

  12-09-2026 04:18 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Johnny Gargano is done lying down. After finally ending his months-long planking phase last week, Gargano made it clear on the September 11 episode of WWE SmackDown that he wants a shot at the WWE title.The former NXT Champion confronted Sami Zayn backstage and secured a promise that he will get the first shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship if Zayn manages to defeat CM Punk.The confrontation came just one week after Gargano officially walked away from the character that had
  
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• Two Absent WWE Stars Are Set for TV Return as a Tag Team — Report

  12-09-2026 04:17 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Two WWE stars who have spent months waiting for a regular TV role could reportedly be close to returning together. Jordynne Grace and Ivy Nile have both been mostly absent from the main roster, but WWE may already have plans for them.Grace’s absence from SmackDown has previously been linked to WWE’s limited TV time rather than an injury. She also suffered an ankle injury earlier this year that forced WWE to drop plans involving her for WrestleMania 42. She eventuall
  
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• Damian Priest Finally Snaps After Another Defeat, Turns Heel on R-Truth

  12-09-2026 04:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Damian Priest and R-Truth’s partnership reached its breaking point on the Sept. 11, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown in Mexico City. After another championship defeat, Priest appeared ready to console his partner — before turning a celebration into a betrayal.Priest and Truth challenged The War Raiders, Erik and Ivar, for the AAA World Tag Team Championship. The challengers had their moments, including Priest taking both champions down with a crossbody from the
  
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• Randy Orton Makes 15th WWE World Championship Ambition Clear After Cody Rhodes Feud

  12-09-2026 03:53 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Randy Orton has made it clear that his business with Cody Rhodes may be over, but his pursuit of the WWE World Championship is far from finished. The Viper returned with a warning for the entire WWE roster and made his goal of winning a 15th world championship very clear.Orton kicked off the September 11 episode of SmackDown by addressing the WWE Universe in Mexico City. Naturally, he had a few things to say about Cody Rhodes after their showdown at Sunday Night’s Main Ev
  
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• Chelsea Green Retains WWE Women’s Title Against Nia Jax After Botched Finisher

  12-09-2026 03:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Chelsea Green’s first defense of the WWE Women’s Championship ended with controversy on the Sept. 11, 2026 episode of SmackDown in Mexico City. Nia Jax controlled much of the match, but the champion found a way through the chaos to keep her title.Green entered the bout wearing a protective face mask because of an ongoing orbital bone injury. She tried to take the fight to Jax early, but the powerhouse caught her attempted dive and drove her into the apro
  
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• Paige Spits Gum on Nikki Bella as Bitter Feud Escalates on SmackDown

  12-09-2026 03:36 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Paige and Nikki Bella finally settled their differences in the ring on the Sept. 11, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown in Mexico City. Nevertheless, the rivalry took another turn when the action spilled outside the ring. What followed left the commentary team with little to say before Bella found a controversial way to claim victory.The former friends have been at odds since Nikki turned on Paige at SummerSlam and attacked her after their previous encounter. Their rivalry intensifi
  
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• Triple H Narrates WWE’s Moving Tribute Video Marking 25 Years Since 9/11

  12-09-2026 03:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Triple H gave a heartfelt speech on the 9/11 attacks, along with a moving tribute on this week’s SmackDown that looked back at one of the darkest days in American history. The WWE Chief Content Officer remembered the thousands of people who lost their lives while also highlighting the strength shown by the country afterward.During the SmackDown episode, WWE commentator Michael Cole began the segment by addressing September 11.“Ladies and gentlemen, today is a solemn
  
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• And Still! Rey Fenix Keeps the AAA Title After Ricky Saints’ Challenge on SmackDown

  12-09-2026 03:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Rey Fenix put the AAA Cruiserweight Championship on the line against “Absolute” Ricky Saints on the Sept. 11, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown in Mexico City. Saints had plenty of answers for the champion, but Fenix had one final move up his sleeve.Saints controlled portions of the opening stretch, repeatedly pausing to hit his trademark “Absolute” pose while keeping Fenix grounded. He also took the fight outside, using the barricade to wear down the champi
  
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• Rey Mysterio Wants To Bring Back His Iconic WWE Entrance

  12-09-2026 02:47 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Rey Mysterio is considering bringing back one of the most recognizable elements of his WWE presentation. The WWE Hall of Famer revealed that he may revive his original theme song and signature pop-up entrance for another run before he hangs up the mask.Mysterio discussed the idea while speaking to The Sun. He explained that fans continue to ask about the original version of “Booyaka 619.” The song, created by rapper Mad One, became closely associated with M
  
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• Nikki Bella Brings The New Day Into Her WWE Feud With Paige

  12-09-2026 02:17 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Nikki Bella has seemingly found a creative way to respond to Paige after their personal war of words on last week’s WWE SmackDown. With the two set to face each other in Mexico City, Nikki’s latest social media post seemingly referenced The New Day, who are now signed to AEW as The New Level.The New Day reference came after Paige used John Cena’s famous “Hustle, Loyalty and Respect” catchphrase while taking a personal shot at Nikki’s rise to
  
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• Former WWE Star Could Be Jailed Ahead of Sentencing in Assault Case

  12-09-2026 02:10 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The latest development in the legal case involving Charles “2 Cold Scorpio” Scaggs could see the veteran wrestler jailed before his sentencing.Scaggs was working as a security guard at Love’s Travel Stops when a physical altercation occurred with another man. The incident ended with Scaggs stabbing the man in what was described as an act of self-defense.The former WWE star was initially charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action before reachin
  
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• WWE’s CM Punk Lands New Acting Role on ABC Series — Report

  12-09-2026 02:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  CM Punk is adding another acting credit to his résumé. The WWE star has reportedly landed a guest role on an upcoming episode of an ABC series.Punk has previously ventured into television outside of WWE. His credits include appearances in shows such as Heels and Mayans M.C., as well as other projects including a vampire cop movie called Night Patrol.According to PWInsider, Punk has now filmed a role for the second season of ABC’s RJ Decker. The episode was r
  
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• Triple H Confirms WWE Will Regularly Return to Hawaii Ahead of Upcoming Tryouts

  12-09-2026 01:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE is preparing to return to Hawaii, and Triple H has confirmed that the company has long-term plans for the island beyond its upcoming visit.The promotion is set to hold tryouts in Hawaii as it searches for the next generation of talent. The initiative allows WWE an opportunity to scout wrestlers from Hawaii and the wider Pacific Islands.WWE has not held an event in Hawaii since 2019, making the upcoming tour a significant return for the company. The visit will al
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Xelina Reveals Unfinished Promise to Father Who Died on 9/11

  12-09-2026 01:47 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Xelina still has a major goal she wants to accomplish in honor of her late father.The former Zelina Vega won the WWE Women’s United States Championship in 2025. After capturing the title, she took it to the 9/11 Memorial in New York, where her father, Michael Trinidad, is memorialized.Xelina has now revealed that winning the US Championship did not mark the end of the promise she made to her father. She wants to bring a world championship to his memorial someday.Xelina st
  
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• WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For Sept 11

  12-09-2026 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our WWE SmackDown results for tonight include Nikki Bella clashing with Paige, Damian Priest and R-Truth taking on The War Raiders for the AAA Tag Team Championship, Rey Fenix defending the AAA World Cruiserweight Championship against Ricky Saints, Nia Jax challenging Chelsea Green for the Interim WWE Women’s Championship, and former champion Sami Zayn facing CM Punk for the Undisputed WWE Championship. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from 
  
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• Injured WWE Star Shares Recovery Update After Over Two Months Away

  11-09-2026 22:36 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE and AAA’s El Hijo del Vikingo has provided his first update since undergoing surgery for a knee injury that has kept him out of action for more than two months.Vikingo suffered the injury over the summer and subsequently underwent surgery for a torn ACL. The 29-year-old has now opened up about his recovery process and revealed that his progress has been better than expected.The former AAA Mega Champion was the first guest on WWE Ahora, the company’s new Spanish-
  
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• WWE’s Randy Orton Reacts to UFC Legend Georges St-Pierre Attempting the RKO

  11-09-2026 22:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Randy Orton has reacted to UFC legend Georges St-Pierre trying his hand at the WWE Superstar’s iconic RKO finisher.St-Pierre recently shared a video of himself performing the move on popular content creators the Haroon Twins. The UFC Hall of Famer’s first attempts looked more like a variation of DDP’s Cutter before he appeared to get the RKO down.The video caught Orton’s attention. The WWE veteran taking to X to respond to St-Pierre’s attempt at hi
  
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• AEW’s Keith Lee Resurfaces Looking Unrecognizable in Cryptic Post Amid Long Absence

  11-09-2026 22:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Keith Lee has resurfaced on social media after nearly a year away from the platform, with the AEW star appearing alongside a controversial spiritual teacher in a new post.Lee, who remains listed as an active wrestler on the AEW roster page at the time of writing, shared the post on Thursday evening, September 10. The picture showed him sitting alongside Darius J. Wright and included a link to Wright’s website.Wright is a self-proclaimed “consciousnes
  
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• Update on Samantha Irvin’s Lengthy WWE Non-Compete — Report

  11-09-2026 20:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  There’s a new update on Samantha Irvin’s two-year non-compete clause with WWE.Former WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin announced her departure from the promotion in October 2024. A year later, she revealed on social media that she still has one year left in the massive two-year non-compete clause, instead of the usual 90 days.
  Samantha Irvin’s WWE Non-Compete Reportedly Expires Next MonthNow, Dave Meltzer noted in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that Samanth
  
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• Roman Reigns’ WWE WrestleMania 43 Main Event Opponent Revealed — Report

  11-09-2026 19:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A new report has emerged regarding Roman Reigns’ expected opponent for the main event of WWE WrestleMania 43.WWE WrestleMania 43 will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in April 2027. Fans continue to speculate that the highly anticipated match between Roman Reigns and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson could happen at the event. However, Dave Meltzer reported in August that Johnson’s filming schedule for Fast Forever, the 11th and final film in The Fa
  
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• TNA Veteran Shares Private Text Messages From Andy Williams After His Death

  11-09-2026 18:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA veteran Matt Hardy shares the private text message he received from the late Andy Williams.Speaking on The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy Podcast, the current TNA star opened up about “The Butcher” Andy Williams’ passing. He praised Williams as a genuine person who loved pro wrestling, and noted that his passing is a painful reminder that nobody is guaranteed another day.“It was very shocking. This is the second time you have given me the
  
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• Released WWE Star Knew She Was Getting Fired a Week Before Company Made the Call

  11-09-2026 18:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mandy Rose says Elayna Black (Cora Jade) knew she was getting fired a week before WWE made the call.During her recent appearance on TMZ’s Inside The Ring podcast, Mandy Rose opened up about her close relationship with fellow former WWE and current TNA star Elayna Black. Rose said she sees herself as a big sister to Black and discussed their collaboration in creating risqué online content.“Yeah, we’re really close. And honestly, I’m like a little b
  
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• Mandy Rose Warns Popular OnlyFans Model About Joining WWE

  11-09-2026 18:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mandy Rose warns popular OnlyFans model Sophie Rain about joining WWE.During her recent appearance on TMZ’s Inside The Ring podcast, Mandy Rose commented on Sophie Rain. This was regarding her previous comments about wanting to join WWE. Rain told the same outlet in August that she would be open to trying her hand at professional wrestling and joining WWE, saying it “would be very scary, but I wanna try everything.”Mandy Rose Questions Whether Sophie Rain Shou
  
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• WWE’s Logan Paul Broke Down Over Zelina Vega’s Family 9/11 Story

  11-09-2026 18:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Logan Paul remembers breaking down after hearing the 9/11 story of former WWE Superstar Zelina Vega’s family.Today marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. As people all over the world and families of the victims remember the lives lost, WWE Superstar Logan Paul shared a 2021 journal entry on X/Twitter detailing his attendance at the 20th anniversary 9/11 ceremony at Ground Zero in New York City.Logan Paul attended the ceremony with former WWE Sup
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Says She Doesn’t Need To ‘Shake My A**’ To Stand Out

  11-09-2026 17:20 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Superstar Zoey Serrano (Zoey Stark) says she doesn’t need to shake her a*s to be relevant.WWE released Zoey Serrano in April 2026 while she was recovering from a torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus, which she suffered in May 2025. She recently signed with TNA Wrestling. She appeared in a vignette that aired on last night’s episode of TNA iMPACT, in which she reflected on her journey in pro wrestling and how everything changed after the injury.
  “From gr
  
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• AEW’s Will Ospreay Has Discussed Never-Before-Seen Match Concepts With Tony Khan

  11-09-2026 17:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW‘s Will Ospreay says he’s spoken to Tony Khan about introducing matches that have never been done before.Reigning AEW World Champion Will Ospreay was the latest guest on the INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet podcast. During the conversation, he was asked about his future with the championship. Although he didn’t discuss potential rivalries or opponents, he shared an interesting conversation he had with the company’s President, Tony Khan.Will Ospreay said h
  
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