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• Drew McIntyre Threatens To Smack Michael Cole Around, Calls Him A ‘Little Bitch’

  01-05-2024 23:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Drew McIntyre issues a warning to Michael Cole.In recent months, Drew McIntyre has been feuding with CM Punk, often bringing the former champion up in promos, even when unprompted. The rivalry has escalated, as Punk cost McIntyre the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 40. All the while, commentator Michael Cole has often called McIntyre delusional for his view of the situation.Speaking on the Pat McAfee Show, Drew McIntyre was asked whether it felt like everyone in WWE was working a
  
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• WWE NXT Hits And Misses (5/21/24)

  22-05-2024 19:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  It’s time for WWE NXT recap.This week’s episode was taped on May 14, and Wrestlezone got the spoiler results when they first came out. The show continued its build toward the next PLE that is NXT Battleground. New matches were added to the PLE as well.Here’s what went down on the May 21, 2024, episode of WWE NXT. View this post on InstagramA post shared by WWE NXT (@wwenxt)
  Miss – Thea Hail vs. Fallon HenleyThis match was tied to Fallon Henley’s be
  
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• T-Pain: Bianca Belair And Jade Cargill Are Unstoppable

  22-05-2024 19:18 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  T-Pain gives Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill a shout-out.In a tweet, T-Pain noted that WWE sent him WWE 2K24. T-Pain noted that he and his family were treated well during WrestleMania weekend, and he expressed his gratitude. He also gave a shout-out to Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair and said that they were unstoppable.Bout to kick off this tour but look what @WWEgames gave me!!! They treated me and my family so well during Wrestlemania weekend and keep on showing love ?? Thank y
  
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• WWE Speed Championship Match Set For 5/24 WWE Speed

  22-05-2024 19:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Ricochet’s challenger has been determined.As confirmed on the May 22 episode of WWE Speed, Ricochet will defend the WWE Speed Championship against Tyler Bate on the May 24 episode. Bate picked up the win against Apollo Crews in the finals of a tournament for a title shot on Wednesday.
  Bate clinched his spot in the bout with a win over Berto on May 15. Meanwhile, Crews was the replacement for Ivar, who is out of action with an injury.
  TODAY on #WWESpeed ?Who will face @Kin
  
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• Zilla Fatu On Living In The Shadow Of His Father Umaga: I’m Just Trying To Figure Out Who I Am

  22-05-2024 19:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Zilla Fatu utilizes the Samoan Spike, but he wants to be known as more than the son of Umaga.Independent wrestling star Zilla Fatu recently sat down with MuscleManMalcolm. When asked what his character’s story is at this point in his career, Fatu said he’s still trying to figure out who he is and wants to be known as more than just Umaga’s son.
  “I feel like mine is just figuring out who I am,” Zilla Fatu admitted. “Figuring out who Z
  
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• Shelton Benjamin Pinpoints Favorite Memories In His WWE Tenure

  22-05-2024 18:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Shelton Benjamin reflects on his WWE tenure.Between his two runs there, Shelton Benjamin spent a total of 16 years under the umbrella of WWE. Initially brought in through WWE’s developmental territory of Ohio Valey Wrestling, Benjamin eventually worked his way to the company’s main roster in 2002, where he performed until his first departure in 2010. Benjamin later returned to WWE for another six-year stint, beginning in 2017, before exiting again in September 2023.
  
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• Nick Wayne On Christian Cage’s Rivalry With Swerve Strickland: It’s All Of Us Against Him

  22-05-2024 17:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Nick Wayne is hopeful that the numbers game will be the difference maker for the Patriarchy heading into Double or Nothing on Sunday.All Elite Wrestling‘s Nick Wayne recently sat down with Rick Ucchino of Cageside Seats. When asked about his storied history with Swerve Strickland, Wayne reflected on his early days with DEFY, calling Swerve someone he idolized at the time.“I would show up to the DEFY shows, and he was there since day one,” Nick
  
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• Fozzy To Perform Alongside Swerve Strickland & Flash Garments Ahead Of All In London

  22-05-2024 16:54 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Fozzy is heading back to the United Kingdom.On Sunday, August 25, All Elite Wrestling will return to London, England for their second annual All In pay-per-view. Before the action unfolds at Wembley Stadium, though, FTW Champion Chris Jericho and special guests will treat fans to a night of live music.As announced by AEW, Fozzy — the heavy metal band voiced by Jericho — will be hosting a concert at London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town on Friday, A
  
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• SCRYPTS Reveals Unused Mask Gimmick With Rey Mysterio

  22-05-2024 16:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  SCRYPTS had an idea for a mask gimmick with Rey Mysterio before he was moved to NXT.The former WWE 24/7 Champion was released earlier this month, after a four-year run with the promotion. This included stints on the main roster and NXT, under different names.SCRYPTS recently spoke with Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp, and spoke about his pitch to work with Rey Mysterio in WWE.The former Reggie wanted to wear a mask. He planned for Rey Mysterio to give him a mask to calm his ner
  
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• AEW Dynamite Preview (5/22/24)

  22-05-2024 16:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  It’s the final AEW Dynamite before Double or Nothing.Tonight’s show emanates from the Mechanics Bank Arena in Bakersfield. All Elite Wrestling has already announced a loaded card for this evening.Here’s what’s in store for the May 22, 2024, episode of Wednesday Night Dynamite.
  Matt Sydal vs. Konosuke TakeshitaJon Moxley segmentBang Bang Gang will be in the buildingTBS Championship match previewBryan Danielson vs. Satnam Singh View this po
  
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• Austin Theory Responds To Praise From Randy Orton, Calls Out Conor McGregor

  22-05-2024 16:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Austin Theory is appreciative of the compliments given to him by Randy Orton.
  SmackDown Superstar Austin Theory was a recent guest on the Battleground Podcast. When asked about the recent praise from Randy Orton in an interview, Theory said he appreciates what Orton said and admits that he’s just speaking the truth.
  “Well, I know a thing about killing legends myself, but it’s Randy Orton,” Austin Theory admitted. “I mean, what has Randy Or
  
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• Matt Cardona Won’t Tell Anyone When His In-Ring Return Is Happening: I Don’t Want Anyone To Expect It

  22-05-2024 16:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Matt Cardona is keeping his injury status a secret, and he doesn’t want you to see his eventual return coming.
  The Indy God Matt Cardona was a recent guest on the Battleground Podcast. While discussing his current injury and eventual return to the ring, Cardona teased that he won’t be out as long as people think, but people won’t know he’s back until it happens because he doesn’t want people to see it coming.
  “When I make my in-r
  
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• Natalya: I Need To Make Opportunities Count, I Don’t Take A Second Of This For Granted

  22-05-2024 16:12 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Natalya is taking any opportunity that comes her way in the WWE.Recent reports claimed her WWE contract was coming to an end soon, which would put an end to a 17-year career in the WWE. However, Natalya is having a fantastic run at the moment, with some brilliant matches in NXT showing just how good the 41-year-old truly is.After a lovely message, Natalya took to Twitter last night to reply to one fan. User @HatersKeep said that they’d “Really been enjoying your run
  
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• Tay Melo Addresses In-Ring Return After A Year Away

  22-05-2024 16:06 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Tay Melo looks to be stepping back into the ring for the first time in a year.The AEW star has been out of action since May 2023, when she and her husband Sammy Guevara announced they were pregnant. Melo gave birth to a baby girl late last year, and looks to be training for a return to the ring based on recent social media posts.The Brazilian posted a video of herself training in an AEW ring on Instagram. The clip showed Tay Melo running the ropes, before practi
  
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• TNA Xplosion Results – May 17th, 2024

  22-05-2024 16:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
  The following matches and segments are from the May 17th episode of TNA Xplosion.The show opens with a match “From The Vault”. They showcase a reply of Christian Cage vs Jeff Jarrett from TNA Against All Odds 2006. This was the main event of the pay per view. It saw Jarrett defending his NWA World Heavyweight Championship against the former WWE Superstar.At the end of a match filled with false finishes and ref bumps, Cage reversed the Stroke into the Killswitch to win the NWA World
  
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• David Penzer Says He Was Not Interviewed For ‘Who Killed WCW?’ Documentary

  22-05-2024 15:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
  David Penzer was surprisingly not interviewed for the “Who Killed WCW?” documentary,The former WCW announcer was present for every episode of WCW Nitro and Thunder. You’d think he would be the perfect man to be included in the show.David Penzer recently appeared on Fightful’s The Spotlight. The former WCW announcer revealed he was in talks with the production about appearing in the documentary. They were interested in having him interviewed about the company’s down
  
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• Mansoor and Mason Madden Fundraiser Results In Six Months Of Food For SGW Uganda

  22-05-2024 15:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mansoor has posted the details of the fundraiser MxM put on for Soft Ground Wrestling Uganda, and it sounds like a big success.
  The former WWE star helped raise of $28,000 for the promotion, which have gone viral recently. They wrestle in a ring made from mud in a field in Uganda, and have wowed fans with their outrageous gimmicks and unbridled passion for the sport.Mansoor and Mason Madden even appeared in Uganda for the promotion. They flew over on their
  
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• NJPW’s Francesco Akira To Miss Rest Of Best Of Super Juniors Due To Injury

  22-05-2024 06:10 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Francesco Akira will miss the rest of the Best of the Super Juniors 31 tournament due to injury.
  NJPW announced the news on May 21 after Akira was previously deemed unable to compete at the May 21 event. In the announcement, NJPW stated that Akira underwent an evaluation for his left knee injury, and it was decided that he would not compete for the rest of the tournament. His opponents in his upcoming league matches will receive points via forfeit.Francesco Akira to miss remainder of #BOSJ31 du
  
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• NWA Powerrr Results (5/21/24): NWA Crockett Cup Begins

  22-05-2024 05:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
  On May 21, the National Wrestling Alliance delivered an action-packed show with the newest episode of NWA Powerrr. The episode featured first-round matches in the Crockett Cup tournament.The results are below.NWA Powerrr Results
  Tiffany Nieves & Reka Tehaka def. Ruthie Jay & Lauren Rosa NegraAt the podium, the Southern 6 and Pretty Empowered hype up their upcoming matches. NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion Joe Alonso def. Damian FenrirIn a post-match interview, Joe Alonzo looks
  
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• NWA Powerrr Results (5/21): NWA Crockett Cup Begins

  22-05-2024 05:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
  On May 21, the National Wrestling Alliance delivered an action-packed show with the newest episode of NWA Powerrr. The episode featured first-round matches in the Crockett Cup tournament.The results are below.NWA Powerrr Results
  Tiffany Nieves & Reka Tehaka def. Ruthie Jay & Lauren Rosa NegraAt the podium, the Southern 6 and Pretty Empowered hype up their upcoming matches. NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion Joe Alonso def. Damian FenrirIn a post-match interview, Joe Alonzo looks
  
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• Sexyy Red, Women’s North American Title Qualifiers, Trick Williams, More Set For 5/28 WWE NXT

  22-05-2024 04:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Sexyy Red is coming to WWE NXT.Sexyy Red previously tweeted that she would be coming to the May 28 episode of WWE NXT. WWE then confirmed the news on the May 21 episode.
  In a tweet, Sexyy Red commented on the news and joked that she might RKO someone.
  I can’t wait to go to NXT next week yall I might RKO somebody ?? @WWE #nxt— Sexyy Red (@SexyyRed314_) May 22, 2024
  Red is a popular rapper, and she is known for her hit song “Pound Town.” She has been nomin
  
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• NXT Underground Match Announced For NXT Battleground

  22-05-2024 04:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  An NXT Underground match has been added to the card for NXT Battleground.The alliance between Lola Vice and Shayna Baszler imploded on the May 21 episode of WWE NXT. The duo lost in the main event, where they faced Natalya and Karmen Petrovic. After the bout, Vice dropped Baszler with a cheap shot, and Baszler put Vice in the Kirifuda Clutch. They started brawling, and Ava told them that they could have the match at NXT Battleground.Baszler upped the stakes by saying she wanted
  
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• Jaida Parker, Fallon Henley Qualify For Women’s North American Title Match At NXT Battleground

  22-05-2024 03:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Fallon Henley and Jaida Parker are going to WWE NXT Battleground.Thea Hail faced Fallon Henley in a qualifier for the NXT Women’s North American Championship. They felt each other out early on. Henley gained the upper hand, but Hail rallied. Henley went to get a chair, but Ridge Holland stopped her. The referee ejected Holland and Chase U from ringside. Henley slammed Hail and overpowered her.They kept going back and forth, and in the end, Hail scored the win with a kick.
  
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• NXT North American Title Match Set For NXT Battleground

  22-05-2024 03:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Oba Femi will defend the gold at WWE NXT Battleground.On the May 21 episode of WWE NXT, Ivar was set to face Wes Lee and Josh Briggs in a Triple Threat match to determine who would challenge Femi for the NXT North American Championship at NXT Battleground. However, Gallus took Ivar out with a backstage attack on the May 14 episode. Joe Coffey of Gallus then took Ivar’s place in the bout.The three contenders battled it out throughout the match. Briggs took control by showi
  
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• Brandi Rhodes Announces She Had Successful Surgery After Stage 4 Endometriosis Diagnosis

  22-05-2024 02:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Brandi Rhodes is recovering from surgery.In a tweet on May 21, Brandi Rhodes noted that she had been dealing with pain for three years, but she finally had an answer. She stated that, after many appointments, she was diagnosed with stage four endometriosis. Brandi wrote that she had successful surgery on Tuesday.Rhodes encouraged women to listen to their bodies and advocate for themselves. Brandi cited Maryse, who has been open about her health, as an example. She also said tha
  
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• WWE RAW Viewership Rises 9% With 5/20 Episode, Demo Also Up

  22-05-2024 01:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE King of the Ring semifinals led to an increase in RAW viewership.According to Wrestlenomics, the May 20 episode of WWE RAW averaged 1.733 million viewers. This marks a 9% increase from last week. This marks RAW’s highest viewership since April 15. The show was up against Game 7 of the NHL playoff series between the Edmonton Oilers and the Vancouver Canucks (1.656 million viewers). The May 13 episode averaged 1.589 million viewers.In the 18 to 49 demographic, RAW avera
  
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• WWE RAW Viewership Rises 9% With 5/20 Episode

  22-05-2024 01:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE King of the Ring semifinals led to an increase in RAW viewership.According to a source, the May 20 episode of WWE RAW averaged 1.733 million viewers. This marks a 9% increase from last week. The show was up against Game 7 of the NHL playoff series between the Edmonton Oilers and the Vancouver Canucks (1.656 million viewers). The May 13 episode averaged 1.589 million viewers.
  Good news for WWE RAW viewership – this week’s show was up nearly 10% compared to last w
  
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• WWE Main Event Spoilers For 5/23 (Taped On 5/20)

  22-05-2024 01:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
  On May 20, WWE taped matches for the May 23 episode of WWE Main Event alongside WWE RAW from the Greensboro Coliseum Complex in Greensboro, North Carolina.The spoilers, courtesy of Cagematch, are as follows:
  Kiana James def. NatalyaThe Authors Of Pain (Akam & Rezar) def. The Creed Brothers (Brutus Creed & Julius Creed)
  RELATED: WWE Raw Results (5/20/24)
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• WWE NXT Results (5/21/24)

  22-05-2024 00:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE NXT Results
  May 21, 2024
  Report by Lovell Porter for Wrestlezone.comWrestleZone features weekly audio and video content on Facebook, YouTube, and your favorite podcast apps like Apple, Spotify, and SoundCloud. Subscribe now for hours of exciting wrestling content, including exclusive interviews, previews, reviews, and more!Subscribe Now:The post WWE NXT Results (5/21/24) appeared first on Wrestlezone.
  
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• Report: Updating On Giulia Joining WWE After Suffering Injury At Marigold Show

  21-05-2024 23:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A new report provides an update on Giulia’s upcoming move to WWE.As previously reported, former STARDOM star Giulia has agreed to join WWE. She was set to make the move after she wrapped up her dates. However, she suffered a fractured wrist at the Marigold debut show on May 21. Corey Brennan of Fightful (via Fightful Select) previously reported that the belief was that she would make her in-ring debut at NXT Heatwave on July 7.In an update, Brennan reports that, per WWE a
  
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