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• Blue Meanie Compares WWE NXT To ECW, Talks WWE Evolution, If There Are Problems For Independent Wrestling

  05-11-2018 14:47
  Former ECW icon, The Blue Meanie recently spoke with The Mirror and compared WWE NXT to ECW, whilst also discussing the recent Evolution PPV.
  On NXT being similar to ECW:
  “Well it kind of did return with NXT, I think. Especially the early days of NXT. Just watching the product and seeing how the crowd was at Full Sail, it was like an ECW arena crowd, very ECW-esque. Now they’re doing the ‘Takeovers’, that first one reminded me of ECW ‘Barely Legal’ – wit
  
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• WWE’s Michael Cole Just Put Money in the Bank in Rare Company

  11-10-2026 02:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE commentator Michael Cole believes Money in the Bank has become one of the promotion’s most important annual events, placing it close to two established PLEs.In an interview with OutKick ahead of the 2026 edition in New Orleans, Cole also explained why he sometimes prefers to call matches without knowing how they will end.Cole acknowledged that Money in the Bank hasn’t quite reached the heights of WrestleMania or SummerSlam, but its importance continu
  
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• Oba Femi Survives Brass Knuckles and Tsunami as the Vision’s Interference Backfires

  11-10-2026 02:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Oba Femi faced a serious test against Bronson Reed at WWE Money in the Bank 2026. Both heavyweights exchanged punishment before The Vision made their presence known.What followed gave Reed multiple opportunities to put the match away, but the interference ultimately failed to deliver the result his allies wanted.The match at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans began with Femi and Reed trading strikes and powerful moves.
  Reed gained momentum with a back suplex on the apron,
  
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• Women’s MITB Winner Crowned as Historic Feat Sets up Possible Match With Friend

  11-10-2026 01:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Tiffany Stratton is officially Ms. MITB once again. Stratton survived the six-woman ladder match at Money in the Bank 2026, beating Jacy Jayne, Lola Vice, Lash Legend, Roxanne Perez, and Sol Ruca to earn a guaranteed championship opportunity.The win gives Stratton a major advantage in the coming months, as she can cash in her contract whenever she chooses. However, her growing friendship with WWE Women’s Champion could make things complicated.Tiffany Stratton wins Women&r
  
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• 946’s Grim Message to Roman Reigns Quickly Turns Into a Bloodline Brawl at MITB

  11-10-2026 01:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Roman Reigns successfully defended his World Heavyweight Championship against LA Knight in the opening match of WWE Money in the Bank 2026.However, the champion’s celebrations at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans quickly gave way to a confrontation that brought The Bloodline into the crossfire.Reigns and Knight delivered a competitive 26-minute encounter, with both superstars coming close to securing the victory. Knight survived a spear and later hit
  
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• Roman Reigns vs. LA Knight Ends in a Defining Moment at WWE MITB 2026

  11-10-2026 01:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  LA Knight had the biggest opportunity of his WWE career at MITB 2026, challenging Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship. However, despite coming close to winning the title several times, Knight ultimately fell short.The rivalry between Reigns and Knight picked up shortly after SummerSlam. Reigns initially dismissed Knight. Things changed after the OTC defended his championship against Penta in Mexico City. Knight attacked the champion after the match, eventually l
  
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• TKO Wants Roman Reigns to Show up More Often in WWE — Report

  11-10-2026 01:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Roman Reigns could have a busier schedule on WWE TV after Money in the Bank 2026. A new report suggests that TKO wants to see more of the star on WWE programming this fall.The OTC remains one of WWE’s biggest stars, even though he has made fewer appearances than many of his fellow superstars in recent years. However, WWE’s parent company seemingly wants its biggest stars to stay in front of fans more regularly.Reigns’ schedule has already changed this year. In
  
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• Roman Reigns Had One Major Request for WWE MITB 2026, Triple H Says

  11-10-2026 00:42 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Roman Reigns is defending the World Heavyweight Championship against LA Knight at WWE MITB 2026, and their match opened the show. According to WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H, the OTC personally asked for the title defense to kick off the PLE.WWE announced the decision on Friday, October 10, confirming that Reigns and Knight would start the show. Speaking to Cathy Kelley during the Money in the Bank Countdown Show, Triple H revealed that Reigns suggested the idea.R
  
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• Royce Keys & Drew McIntyre Lead the Star-Filled Cast of WWE’s Agent of Shadows Trailer

  11-10-2026 00:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The Agent of Shadows trailer gives fans their first look at WWE’s upcoming project with ReelShort. Several familiar WWE stars, including Drew McIntyre and Royce Keys, appear in the trailer, which premiered during the Money in the Bank 2026 Countdown Show.The upcoming series is the first collaboration between WWE and ReelShort, a popular platform known for its short scripted dramas.
  Drew McIntyre, Michael Hayes, and other wrestling names star in the ReelShort x WWE filmThe
  
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• WWE Money in the Bank Results: Review, Grades, Card For Oct 10

  10-10-2026 21:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Our WWE Money in the Bank results for tonight include the Men’s and Women’s Money in the Bank ladder matches, Oba Femi battling Bronson Reed, Stephanie Vaquer defending the Women’s World Championship against Becky Lynch and Liv Morgan, and LA Knight challenging Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.WWE Money in the B
  
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• WWE NXT Wins Oct. 6 Viewership, but AEW Grand Slam Takes Key Demo

  10-10-2026 19:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE NXT attracted more viewers than AEW Grand Slam: France in their latest head-to-head battle, but AEW came out slightly ahead in one important demographic.The scheduling change made things more challenging for both promotions. AEW’s decision to move Grand Slam France to Tuesday put Dynamite directly against NXT. This has become more common in October as baseball postseason coverage affects TBS’s schedule.As a result, wrestling fans had to choose between two compet
  
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• LA Knight Recalls Being ‘Miserable’ at WWE Shows, Details Triple H Relationship

  10-10-2026 18:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  LA Knight has opened up about his relationship with WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H. He discussed the feedback he received from the executive. The WWE star also admitted that his own frustrations affected his time at WWE shows.For months, speculation and rumors have suggested that the two might not get along behind the scenes. However, Knight’s latest comments paint a different picture.LA Knight discusses his mindset at WWE events and his conversations with Trip
  
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• Injured Rising Star Was Considered for WWE Title Win — Report

  10-10-2026 17:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Brooke Havok was reportedly in line for a WWE Women’s Independent Development (ID) title reign before a serious knee injury forced the company to rethink its plans.Havok announced last month that she had suffered a serious knee injury during a match in Philadelphia. After undergoing an MRI, the indie star revealed that she had torn her ACL and meniscus. She also suffered other injuries that would require surgery.The injury was especially disappointing for Havok, who had r
  
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• Famous Streamer to Livestream During MITB, Claims Backstage Access

  10-10-2026 05:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Popular Twitch streamer Cinna has announced a special livestream during WWE Money in the Bank 2026 weekend, teasing viewers with the possibility of exclusive backstage access.
  However, WWE has yet to confirm any involvement in the broadcast, leaving questions about what fans can expect when the stream goes live.The event comes as Cinna continues to expand her connection with professional wrestling through collaborations with WWE Superstars.
  With Money in the Bank taking place o
  
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• One More SmackDown Ends in ‘Absolute Madness’ as The Vision Ruins Main Event

  10-10-2026 04:47 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE SmackDown once again ended in chaos as The Vision interfered in the main event of the October 9 episode. Their attack stopped Bron Breakker and Trick Williams from finishing their match.The match was set up earlier in the night when Trick Williams approached SmackDown GM Nick Aldis and asked for a fight. Before Aldis could arrange anything, Bron Breakker showed up and complained about having a tight training schedule ahead of Money in the Bank.Williams didn’t want to
  
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• WWE Crowns New Women’s Tag Team Champs Before MITB

  10-10-2026 04:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has delivered a major title change just one night before Money in the Bank 2026. The October 9 episode of SmackDown saw the Women’s Tag Team Championship match take an unexpected turn after a backstage attack forced a last-minute change to the challengers’ lineup.Fatal Influence’s Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid entered the night scheduled to defend their titles against Charlotte Flair and Tatum Paxley.
  However, Jade Cargill, Michin, and B-Fab attacked Flair
  
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• Becky Lynch’s WWE Absence Was Caused by a Fractured Vertebra, Seth Rollins Says

  10-10-2026 04:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Becky Lynch’s recent WWE absence was due to a serious reason. Seth Rollins has now shared details about the injury that kept his wife out of the ring.Speaking ahead of Money in the Bank 2026, Rollins also explained why he still has some concerns about her return to action.During an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show on Friday, the former World Heavyweight Champion revealed that Lynch had been dealing with a fractured vertebra.
  The injury had not previously been made public
  
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• WWE Makes Major Call on Roman Reigns vs. LA Knight at MITB

  10-10-2026 04:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has made a major decision about Roman Reigns and LA Knight ahead of their World Heavyweight Championship match at Money in the Bank 2026.The rivalry between Reigns and Knight has been building for months. Things got more intense after SummerSlam, when Knight confronted the World Heavyweight Champion on RAW and questioned his reputation. The former United States Champion accused Reigns of relying on The Bloodline to stay at the top instead of proving himself on his own.The r
  
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• AEW Has Big December Plans for Dynamite & Winter Is Coming

  10-10-2026 03:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW is preparing for a busy December, with multiple special episodes of Dynamite planned before the company wraps up 2026.
  The schedule includes an international stop for Winter Is Coming, with another notable change coming just a week earlier.The promotion has confirmed that the Dec. 9 edition of Dynamite will take place at Arena Monterrey in Monterrey, Mexico.
  The show will carry the Winter Is Coming branding, while Collision will also feature the special branding through a t
  
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• TNA Picks WWE NXT Star for Key Hall of Fame Induction Role

  10-10-2026 03:44 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA Wrestling has confirmed the names who will induct its 2026 Hall of Fame class, adding an interesting WWE NXT connection to Bound for Glory weekend.
  One of the selections stands out because of the history between the inductee and his chosen presenter.The company announced the lineup on Oct. 9, ahead of Sunday’s ceremony at the Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida. This year’s class features ODB, Amazing Red, and Konnan, with each set to be inducted by fam
  
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• 2 Cold Scorpio Gets Six Years in Prison With a Potential Path to Probation — Report

  10-10-2026 03:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE, WCW, and ECW star 2 Cold Scorpio has received a six-year prison sentence following his guilty plea in an assault case in Kansas City, Missouri.
  However, a provision in the court’s ruling could offer the wrestling veteran an opportunity to return to life outside prison sooner than expected.According to PWInsider’s Mike Johnson, court records confirm that Scorpio, whose real name is Charles Scaggs, was sentenced on Oct. 9. The 60-year-old pleaded guilty to
  
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• CM Punk, Sami Zayn & Kevin Owens Trade Barbs in SmackDown Segment Fans Can’t Ignore

  10-10-2026 03:19 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  CM Punk, Kevin Owens, and Sami Zayn had a heated exchange on the October 9 episode of WWE SmackDown, giving fans a sneak peek at what’s coming at Money in the Bank 2026 and beyond.CM Punk, Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens engage in fiery tirade as fans weigh inThe segment started with Punk addressing fans who had questioned why he wanted to compete in another MITB ladder match at this stage of his career. The former two-time winner reminded everyone that he had won the briefcase
  
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• WATCH: WWE Unveils Money in the Bank 2026 Cold Open Ahead of Event

  10-10-2026 03:08 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has given fans an early look at what awaits them at Money in the Bank 2026, releasing the event’s opening video ahead of its premiere in New Orleans.The footage revisits the history of the ladder matches while setting the stage for a night where one opportunity could change everything.WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H narrates the video, using moments from previous Money in the Bank matches to explain why the briefcase holds such importance.
  In WWE, the climb can be
  
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• Ex-AEW Star Officially Gone From Roster Page, Tag Team Partner Still There

  10-10-2026 03:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW’s roster page has undergone a notable change as one former member of The Acclaimed moves toward a new opportunity. However, the latest update leaves a question mark over the future of his former tag team partner.AEW’s official roster page has removed Max Caster from its list following the expiration of his contract at the beginning of October.According to Fightful, the promotion typically updates its roster page when talent are no longer with the company, making
  
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• WWE Icon & TNA Hall of Famer Revealed as Special Guest Referee for Bound for Glory

  10-10-2026 02:54 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA Wrestling has announced a major role for Mickie James at Bound for Glory 2026. The WWE icon will serve as the special guest referee at the company’s biggest show of the year.The former WWE Women’s Champion is one of the most accomplished female wrestlers of her generation. She has competed for both WWE and TNA during a career spanning more than two decades.James has remained connected to TNA despite wrestling less often in recent years. She was inducte
  
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• Popular Indie Wrestler Announces Exit Two Years After Joining WWE ID Program

  10-10-2026 01:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Marcus Mathers is the latest indie wrestling star to leave WWE’s Independent Development (WWE ID) program, ending his two-year run with the system.Mathers officially joined WWE ID as a prospect in 2024 alongside Sam Holloway. WWE ID shared a video on social media showing William Regal meeting the two wrestlers backstage at SmackDown. Regal told them that WWE had been keeping an eye on their progress.During his time with WWE ID, Mathers continued wrestling on the independe
  
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• WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For Oct 9

  10-10-2026 00:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Our WWE SmackDown results for tonight include the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships on the line as Fatal Influence defends against Charlotte Flair and Tatum Paxley, and all Money in the Bank competitors under one roof at the same time. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the Cajundome in Lafayette, Louisiana.WWE SmackDown Card:
  WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship: Fatal Influence (c) vs. Charlotte Flair and Tatum Paxl
  
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• John Cena Reveals He Ate a Burger Hornswoggle Vomited on During WWE Tour

  09-10-2026 22:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena recalls a funny story involving Christian, Hornswoggle, and a hamburger he shouldn’t have eaten.During WWE’s European tour in 2010, WWE talent were stranded in Ireland following a volcanic eruption. The natural calamity disrupted their flights, preventing them from returning to the United States for RAW.(CW: Gross-out humor) Volcanic eruption aside, John Cena ended up eating a hamburger topped with organic lava.John Cena Recalls Bizarre Incident
  
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• New Filing in WWE Star Ludwig Kaiser’s Battery Case Ahead of Key Hearing

  09-10-2026 21:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A new filing has been made on behalf of the alleged victim in the battery case against WWE Superstar Ludwig Kaiser (El Grande Americano).Ludwig Kaiser (real name Marcel Barthel) was arrested in Orange County, Florida, on May 20, 2026. He was charged with battery against a male in his apartment complex. His former Imperium partner, GUNTHER, posted his $1,000 bail.Ludwig Kaiser Seeks Dismissal Under Florida’s Stand Your Ground LawLudwig Kaiser filed a motion on July 15
  
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• WWE’s Decision Not To Renew Former Champion’s Deal Surprises People Backstage — Report

  09-10-2026 21:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  People within WWE are reportedly surprised by the promotion’s decision not to renew the contract of former Women’s ID Champion Laynie Luck.Laynie Luck won the WWE Women’s ID Championship at a Beyond Wrestling event in November 2025. She held the title for a record 320 days and had 22 successful defenses before dropping it to Monica Monroe at a Reality of Wrestling show on October 3, 2026.Laynie Luck’s WWE ID Departure Reportedly Catches People Backstage
  
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