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• Dakota Kai Is Open To A Return To NXT, Names Potential Opponents

  30-04-2025 18:22 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Dakota Kai would have plenty of options to choose from if she returned to NXT.
  NXT was the brand Dakota Kai called home from 2017 to 2022. She was called up to RAW to join the Damage CTRL faction, which she’s been a member of the group ever since then. Dakota recently spoke with Stephanie Hypes for Bodyslam.net at WrestleMania 41 media day about potentially returning to compete on NXT, which is an idea she would be very much on board with.
  “I never held the NXT Wome
  
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• Andrade El Idolo’s WWE Non-Compete Seemingly Comes To An End

  20-12-2025 20:00 via wrestlezone.com
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  It certainly appears that Andrade El Idolo‘s WWE non-compete has come to an end.
  It’s been a crazy roller coaster ride for Andrade El Idolo in recent months. After having WWE terminate his contract back in September, El Idolo hit the independent scene before making his shocking return to AEW at the 6th anniversary of Dynamite on October 1.However, Andrade would disappear from AEW programming just as quickly as he appeared after WWE informed him he was under a one-ye
  
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• AEW Collision Holiday Bash Results: Review, Grades, Card For Dec 20

  20-12-2025 18:30 via wrestlezone.com
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  Our AEW Collision: Holiday Bash results for tonight include the continuation of the 2025 Continental Classic with two Gold League matches as Kazuchika Okada takes on Kevin Knight and Jungle Jack Perry takes on Speedball Mike Bailey, an Open challenge for Mercedes Moné’s Rev Pro Undisputed British Women’s Championship, and Eddie Kingston will be in action against Nathan Cruz.This afternoon’s Collision will take place at Co-Op Li
  
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• WWE SmackDown Spoilers For 12/26 From Grand Rapids, MI

  20-12-2025 04:19 via wrestlezone.com
  On December 19, WWE taped SmackDown at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for December 26. These matches will air on next Friday’s episode.The spoilers for Friday’s episode are as follows:WWE SmackDown for December 26:
  A Joe Hendry concert kicks off SmackDown, featuring Otis dressed up like Santa as well as Akira Tozawa and someone in a bunny suit. Hendry sings a song making fun of The MizThe Miz interrupts angrily, and this leads to a street fight between the
  
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• Conflicting Reports Of Heat On WWE Referee For NXT Botch — Report

  20-12-2025 04:07 via wrestlezone.com
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  Is there heat on WWE referee Felix Fernandez for Tuesday’s title change botch on NXT?In an unplanned moment on WWE NXT this week, Thea Hail defeated Blake Monroe for the Women’s North American Championship. This took place after NXT referee Felix Fernandez called the match like a shoot and counted to three when Monroe failed to get her shoulder up. Reports suggest that Monroe had the wind knocked out of her by Hail’s springboard senton, which resulted in her n
  
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• Big Title Change Occurs During 12/26 WWE SmackDown Tapings

  20-12-2025 03:44 via wrestlezone.com
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  A big title change just took place tonight during the December 26 episode of WWE SmackDown at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan.For those who don’t wish to be spoiled about next week’s title change, back out now.Carmelo Hayes answered Ilja Dragunov’s WWE United States Title Open Challenge during tonight’s SmackDown tapings in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
  Hayes would go on to defeat Dragunov and become United States Champion for the first
  
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• Champions Suffer Shocking Upset On WWE SmackDown

  20-12-2025 03:07 via wrestlezone.com
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  Tonight’s episode of WWE SmackDown witnessed a shocking result as a set of champions lost a match that could lead to a title shot down the line.Last week on WWE SmackDown, Lash Legend picked up a shocking singles victory over Alexa Bliss. And her shocking string of wins continued this week in tag team action.
  Tonight on SmackDown, Nia Jax and Lash Legend defeated WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions, the Kabuki Warriors, in a non-title match when Jax pinned Kairi Sane wit
  
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• WWE RAW Spoilers For 12/22 From Grand Rapids, MI

  20-12-2025 02:33 via wrestlezone.com
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  On December 19, WWE taped RAW at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for December 22. These matches will air on Monday’s episode.The spoilers for Monday’s episode are as follows:WWE RAW for December 22:
  Asuka defeated Rhea Ripley via a roll-up when IYO SKY came out to ringside and accidentally distracted Ripley.
  Becky Lynch came out to complain to the WWE Universe, ending her boycott of appearing on the show. This led to Maxxine Dupri coming out
  
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• Seth Rollins Believes He’s Still The Rightful World Heavyweight Champion

  20-12-2025 01:51 via wrestlezone.com
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  Seth Rollins has been out of action for the last few months. However, even though he hasn’t appeared in the ring, he still believes he is a rightful champion.Speaking to Clutchpoints (via Fightful) in a recent interview, Rollins was asked if he had someone in mind he’d be going after when he returns. Rollins said he had no one specific, but more so a “thing” that he was going after.“The primary [target] in my return will actually not be a person at
  
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• All Elite Wrestling Shamelessly Ripped Off By An Unlikely Source

  20-12-2025 01:35 via wrestlezone.com
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  All Elite Wrestling or Amsterdam Electric Wiring?In a surprising revelation, fans have come across a company that appears to be blatantly ripping off AEW with its logo design. The issue was first pointed out by the Kenny The Sports Guy Podcast on social media, which shared a photo of the company’s vehicle branded with a logo strikingly similar to AEW’s.Amsterdam Electric Wiring Corp, or “aewiringcorp” as it promotes itself on Instagram, describes itself
  
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• WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For Dec 19

  20-12-2025 00:45 via wrestlezone.com
  Our WWE SmackDown results for tonight include Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes addressing his vicious attack on Drew McIntyre’s home earlier this week, United States Championship Ilja Dragunov teaming with Carmelo Hayes to face #DIY, Women’s Tag Team Champions The Kabuki Warriors clashing with Lash Legend and Nia Jax, and The Wyatt Sicks defending the WWE Tag Team Championship against Solo Sikoa’s MFTs. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show,
  
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• Bully Ray: John Cena Will Play Key Role In Future WWE Storyline

  20-12-2025 00:30 via wrestlezone.com
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  Bully Ray believes just because John Cena has officially retired, it doesn’t mean we’ve seen the last of him on WWE programming.
  On a recent episode of Busted Open Radio, WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray spoke about a future storyline between Cody Rhodes and Gunther, where he believes John Cena will return to the company to play a key role in it.
  “One day, Cody Rhodes is going to be face-to-face with Gunther,” Bully Ray began. “I don’t know when.
  
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• WWE Not Looking To Expand Its Roster With AEW And TNA Talent — Report

  20-12-2025 00:07 via wrestlezone.com
  WWE reportedly isn’t looking to expand its roster in 2026 with members of the current AEW and TNA rosters.
  In recent years, plenty of talents have jumped between AEW, TNA, and WWE. But if a new report is to be believed, the latter isn’t looking to sign talents from the other companies in the immediate future.
  According to Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, talent from AEW and TNA who have recently reached out to WWE have been informed that they aren’t looking t
  
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• AEW Talent Believes WWE Did The Right Thing With John Cena’s Last Match

  19-12-2025 23:19 via wrestlezone.com
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  While it’s likely the debate surrounding the finish of John Cena‘s last match in WWE will go on for quite some time, one AEW talent believes the company did the right thing.On the latest episode of Grilling JR, the All Elite Wrestling commentator spoke about the John Cena’s last match against Gunther at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event. The former WWE Head of Talent Relations believes the company made the right call with the finish.
  “I thought it wa
  
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• WWE Removes Mick Foley From Event After Controversial Comments

  19-12-2025 22:34 via wrestlezone.com
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  It appears the separation between Mick Foley and WWE has already begun.Earlier this week, WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley announced that he’s parting ways with the company when his Legends contract expires next year due to their association with President Donald Trump. But it appears WWE is already making moves to remove Foley from the company.This week’s WarGames event in WWE Supercard was set to feature a Mick Foley card as “Saint Mick.” This has been a C
  
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• Santa Claus and Allie Katch To Make PWA Debuts At Mounties Mania

  19-12-2025 22:29 via wrestlezone.com
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  While some might expect Santa Claus to enjoy a well-earned vacation after a long night of delivering presents, the jolly old man will actually be lacing up his boots once again, this time for a wrestling match.
  Per a press release, Santa Claus will make his Pro-Wrestling Australia debut as he competes in a six-match tag match alongside The Dropouts (The Tuckman and Scott Green) at Mounties Mania on December 27. Together, the unique trio will take on R.A.N.G.A (Jack J. Bonza, EC
  
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• TNA Star Worried About Losing Everything Due To Injury

  19-12-2025 22:04 via wrestlezone.com
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  This TNA star thought he was going to lose everything due to injury.TNA Wrestling’s KC Navarro has been sidelined with a torn ACL he suffered over the summer. In his most recent appearance on TNA iMPACT, Navarro revealed that he had re-aggravated the injury and would require surgery.AJ Francis later reintroduced Rich Swann to FIR$T CLA$$ before both men kicked the crutches out of Navarro’s hands, causing him to fall and effectively writing him off televisi
  
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• Liv Morgan Was Discovered By WWE Star At Hooters

  19-12-2025 22:02 via wrestlezone.com
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  A past interview discussing Liv Morgan’s WWE origins has resurfaced.Liv Morgan recorded an interview with Chris Van Vliet that was released online in May 2024. During the conversation, the former SmackDown Women’s Champion was asked how she was discovered while working at Hooters.“So with a little backstory, everyone at Hooters knew I loved wrestling,” Liv Morgan said. “I’d be doing my bar shifts I’d put WWE on the TV. I’d be serv
  
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• WWE Star Compares John Cena’s Last Match To The Series Finale Of Seinfeld

  19-12-2025 21:49 via wrestlezone.com
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  There are a lot of differing opinions when it comes to the ending of John Cena‘s last match against Gunther at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event.WWE Superstar Natalya recently spoke with The Toronto Sun. While discussing John Cena’s final match, Nattie expressed how important it is to validate people’s feelings, acknowledging how upset a portion of the WWE Universe is over the finish. However, she loved the fact that John Cena was able to go out on his own
  
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• Former NXT Champion Backstage At WWE SmackDown/RAW Tapings — Report

  19-12-2025 21:32 via wrestlezone.com
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  Could a former NXT Champion be making their WWE main roster debut at tonight’s SmackDown and RAW tapings?WWE will begin the Christmas vacation for its roster early this year, as tonight’s SmackDown taping will also tape this Monday’s episode of RAW. And a former NXT Champion is currently backstage at the event.
  According to a new report from Bodyslam+, former two-time NXT Champion Trick Williams is backstage at tonight’s SmackDown and RA
  
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• John Cena’s Doctor Of Thuganomics Makes A Brief Return

  19-12-2025 20:55 via wrestlezone.com
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  John Cena brought back a little of his Thuganomics side during a recent interview.In his first interview after his retirement match, WWE legend John Cena appeared on Cody Rhodes’ What Do You Wanna Talk About podcast. Freestyle rapping about tuna fish on a random bus journey was what saved Cena’s WWE career and gave birth to the Doctor of Thuganomics. He proved that the character still lives inside him when Rhodes gave him a task during their conversation.Cody Rhodes
  
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• Trish Stratus Stuns On New Calendar Cover

  19-12-2025 20:51 via wrestlezone.com
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  Trish Stratus looks stunning on her new 2026 calendar.WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus celebrated her 50th birthday on December 18. She took to social media to thank everyone for their wishes. She then decided to give her fans a present by releasing her 2026 calendar, featuring her wearing a red bikini. Stratus asked fans to pre-order the calendar, which is sold for $75, before they sell out fast.“Thank you for all the birthday love today. It’s my birthday today, but
  
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• TNA Star’s Hidden Talent Revealed

  19-12-2025 20:48 via wrestlezone.com
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  This TNA star has a cool talent that fans might not be aware of.TNA Wrestling recently posted the second part of its Immersed episode profiling Mike Santana on YouTube. At the 1:53 mark, Rich Swann can be seen playing an acoustic guitar as Santana enters the room. Mike jokes that it was not the perfect scenario to walk in on.Rich Swann is actually a skilled guitarist, though this talent may not be widely known. He plays 12-string guitars, including models from Ibanez
  
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• Update on Raquel Rodriguez After WWE RAW on Netflix Injury

  19-12-2025 19:59 via wrestlezone.com
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  There is a new update on Raquel Rodriguez following her injury scare on WWE RAW earlier this week.The Judgment Day star challenged Stephanie Vaquer for the Women’s World Championship on the December 15 episode of WWE RAW on Netflix. The match was cut short due to Nikki Bella’s interference, as she attacked both the champion and the challenger.Raquel Rodriguez, in particular, took a nasty bump when she landed head-first on the ringside steel steps. She appeared visib
  
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• WWE Legend Says John Cena’s Last Match Felt Like A Reunion

  19-12-2025 19:34 via wrestlezone.com
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  WWE legend Rob Van Dam has shared his reaction after being invited to attend John Cena’s final match, calling the experience a huge honor.Cena competed in his final match against Gunther at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, and the historic night brought together several WWE legends and current stars at ringside. Familiar faces such as Michelle McCool, Mark Henry, Eve Torres, Sami Zayn, Trish Stratus, Kurt Angle and Rob Van Dam were all in attendance to witness Cena&
  
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• WWE Set For Crossover With Major Netflix Show — Report

  19-12-2025 19:30 via wrestlezone.com
  WWE is reportedly planning a crossover with a major Netflix franchise.According to the latest episode of WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select, WWE is set for a crossover promotion with Stranger Things.Stranger Things is one of the most popular shows in Netflix history, and with WWE RAW also being a major part of the streaming giant, the Upside Down could be feeling WWE’s high-octane action in the upcoming crossover.The fifth and final season of Stranger Things is being released in three
  
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• John Cena Shares His Honest Thoughts on Gunther After Retirement

  19-12-2025 18:54 via wrestlezone.com
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  John Cena has opened up about facing Gunther in his final WWE match, sharing honest and respectful words for The Ring General following his retirement.Gunther earned the right to face John Cena by winning the Last Time Is Now tournament, setting up one of the most talked-about matches of Cena’s career. At WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, Gunther shocked the world by doing the unthinkable forcing Cena to tap out for the first time in decades.The result sparked massiv
  
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• WWE Star Admits To Drunk Dialing Her Boss

  19-12-2025 18:53 via wrestlezone.com
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  A former WWE Women’s Champion has admitted to drunk dialing former Chairwoman Stephanie McMahon.During her recent appearance on Stephanie McMahon’s What’s Your Story podcast, veteran WWE wrestler Natalya admitted to drunk dialing McMahon at 2 AM after having a strong margarita. However, she recalled McMahon being a cool boss for still talking to her at that time.“I did drunk dial you. I was on
  
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• Cody Rhodes Misses One Big Thing About WWE

  19-12-2025 18:02 via wrestlezone.com
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  WWE Champion Cody Rhodes has shared his thoughts on live events, admitting they may feel outdated, but explaining why he still values them.On recent episode of What Do You Wanna Talk About? With Cody Rhodes, Rhodes discussed the importance of WWE live events with John Cena. During the conversation, Cena mentioned that WWE no longer needs to run close to 200 live events a year.Rhodes said, “I got a slight disagree with you. And as someone who considers himself under your t
  
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• WNBA Star Sophie Cunningham Was Asked To Be Part Of WWE

  19-12-2025 17:56 via wrestlezone.com
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  Sophie Cunningham is considering a WWE run after her WNBA career is over.Speaking on a recent episode of the Show Me Something podcast, Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham shared that she grew up watching WWE and revealed that she was once asked to be a part of the company. She also noted that she may do it during the off-season or after she retires from the WNBA.“I grew up on that sh*t. WWE, baby!” Cunningham exclaimed. “Me and [my
  
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