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• Ex-WWE Star Says Vince McMahon Would Get Drunk and Start Fights on Tours

  21-08-2026 19:41 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Superstar Chris Masters says Vince McMahon would get “hammered” and start fights during tours.During his recent appearance on The Hannibal TV, Chris Masters was asked what his experience was like working for Vince McMahon. He replied that the former WWE Chairman had an intimidating presence, and maintained it during TV tapings. However, Masters said McMahon would let his hair down during the tours, as he’d get drunk and instigate fights.“Kind
  
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• TNA Stars Eye Potential AAA Tag Team Title Pursuit

  21-08-2026 21:42 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Matt Hardy has revealed that he and Jeff Hardy could potentially pursue the AAA World Tag Team Championship in the future.During a recent episode of The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy, Hardy took questions from fans and was asked if there was anything he and Jeff had yet to accomplish during their legendary tag team career.Matt admitted that winning the AEW World Tag Team Championship would have been a notable achievement for The Hardys, but suggested that there could sti
  
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• Former WWE Star Teases Violent Match With Ilja Dragunov After Recent Exit

  21-08-2026 21:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Killer Kross has teased a potential violent showdown with Ilja Dragunov following the Mad Dragon’s recent departure from WWE.Dragunov’s WWE contract reportedly expired on August 20, 2026, with PWInsider reporting that he had decided to leave the promotion. WWE subsequently moved Dragunov’s profile to the alumni section of its official website.Following the news, The Mark Hoke Show suggested that Dragunov should join Major League Wrestling rather than AEW.&ldqu
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Believes He’s Been ‘Unofficially Blacklisted’ by WWE and AEW

  21-08-2026 19:41 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Chris Masters believes he’s been unofficially blacklisted from both WWE and AEW.During his recent appearance on The Hannibal TV, Chris Masters was asked why he’s never been in AEW. He replied that he feels both WWE and Tony Khan’s company have unofficially blackballed him. He noted that he recalls a specific instance that led him to make this conclusion, but he was not willing to share it.
  Masters also revealed that he contacted former wrestler and All Elite W
  
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• WWE’s Planned Date for John Cena Classic Revealed — Report

  21-08-2026 18:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE reportedly has planned the date for the John Cena Classic Tournament.The 17-time WWE Champion announced the John Cena Classic during his appearance at the Backlash Premium Live Event back in May. The tournament will feature developmental talent facing off against the main roster stars. However, it will have a unique format. Fans can vote for a superstar to crown them the champion, regardless of their wins or losses.Earlier reports indicated that WWE plans to host the John C
  
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• WWE Felt Ilja Dragunov Wasn’t a ‘Numbers Mover’ for Money He Wanted — Report

  21-08-2026 18:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE reportedly believed Ilja Dragunov was not a “numbers mover” for the amount of money he asked for.On August 20, 2026, PWInsider reported that Ilja Dragunov’s WWE contract had expired and that he had decided to leave the company. The promotion also later moved his profile to the alumni section on its official website.Amid all the speculation surrounding his exit, Dave Meltzer noted on this week’s edition of Wrestling Observer Newsletter that his contra
  
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• Big E Admits Popular WWE New Day Gimmick Went on Longer Than It Should Have

  21-08-2026 17:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Champion Big E says the New Day’s popular pancake gimmick went on longer than it should have.During his recent appearance on the Under The Mat podcast, Big E spoke about the upcoming release of his new book, How I Got Over: Healing from Depression and Psychosis to Find Joy In and Out of the Ring. In the conversation, host Simon Miller asked if his New Day pancake-throwing phase was mentioned in the book.
  He also asked the former WWE Champion whethe
  
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• WWE Entrance Theme Practice Called a ‘Horrible Idea’ by Former Composer

  21-08-2026 17:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE composer Jim Johnston says using commercial tracks as wrestlers’ theme songs is a horrible idea.During his recent appearance on the All Axxess Podcast, Jim Johnston was asked if he used to sit with WWE Superstars when he composed theme music for them. He replied that it’s not very helpful and he mostly avoids it because the wrestlers don’t get the process. He also noted that most of their suggestions would be based on what they listen to in their ca
  
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• Adam Copeland Reveals Lingering Damage From Brutal AEW Injury

  21-08-2026 17:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Adam Copeland says he still feels the effects of the injury from AEW Double or Nothing 2024.Adam Copeland successfully defended the AEW TNT Championship against Malakai Black in a Barbed Wire Steel Cage match at Double or Nothing 2024. During the contest, Copeland climbed up the cage and performed an elbow drop onto Black through a table inside the ring. He suffered a broken tibia in the process and was sidelined for seven months. He was also stripped of the title.Adam Copeland
  
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• WATCH: Jade Cargill’s WWE Finisher Goes Wrong in Awkward Botch

  21-08-2026 17:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jade Cargill’s attempt at giving Charlotte Flair her finisher went wrong during a WWE live event.WWE hosted a live event at the Canada Life Place in London, Ontario, Canada on August 20, 2026. The card featured a six-woman tag team match. It featured Charlotte Flair, Tiffany Stratton, and Tatum Paxley defeated Jade Cargill, B-Fab, and Michin.After the event, fan-captured footage from the match showed an uncoordinated moment between Jade Cargill and Charlotte Flair. This w
  
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• Bronson Reed Drops WWE Update Amid Major Event Return Speculation

  21-08-2026 17:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE star Bronson Reed has fueled speculation about his return. Reed is currently recovering from a serious injury. However, he recently shared a major update on his status and his latest post has fans wondering again.A recent report revealed WWE has major plans for Reed. He is reportedly expected to return as a top heel. The company could also move him higher up the card. A potential feud with Oba Femi has been discussed.Bronson Reed fuels return speculation with latest social
  
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• 14 Years After Olympic Gold, Jordan Burroughs Returns To Wrestling With 2028 in Sight

  21-08-2026 17:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs is returning to wrestling. Burroughs retired after the 2024 world championships. Now, a new promotion has brought him back.Burroughs will compete for Real American Freestyle and he will return to competition in Cleveland this Saturday. Real American Freestyle launched last year to support wrestlers financially.Jordan Burroughs eyes a 2028 Olympic comeback at age 38Back in 2012, Jordan Burroughs won Olympic gold at th
  
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• AEW Fight Forever Lost the Company $30 Million— Report

  21-08-2026 17:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW Fight Forever may have been a major financial setback. New reports claim AEW lost around $30 million and the reported loss reportedly came from developing the game. The game took several years before finally being released in 2023.AEW Fight Forever reportedly cost the company $30 million in lossesAccording to Insider Gaming executive editor Mike Straw, AEW suffered heavily. Straw discussed the situation in a video recently. He claimed his sources revealed a massive financia
  
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• Amid Ilja Dragunov Update, More WWE & AEW Stars To Become Free Agents — Report

  21-08-2026 16:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE United States Champion Ilja Dragunov reportedly won’t be the only free agent. More WWE and AEW talent could hit the market. The roster changes could continue throughout the fall as several wrestlers contracts are reportedly approaching their expiration dates.Report confirmed that Dragunov is leaving WWE as his contract expired earlier this week. However, Dragunov’s departure could be followed by several others from WWE and AEW.More WWE and AEW s
  
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• AEW’s Nigel McGuinness Pulled From ROH Death Before Dishonor, Replacement Set

  21-08-2026 16:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Nigel McGuinness has been pulled from ROH Death Before Dishonor. The decision comes after his latest AEW Dynamite match. On AEW Dynamite, McGuinness defeated Hechicero in the tournament quarterfinals which helped him reach the Continental Challenge Cup tournament semifinals.However, McGuinness is now dealing with a foot injury. The injury was also part of Wednesday’s match storyline. Because of the injury, he won’t compete at ROH’s event. The decision was repo
  
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• Cedric Alexander Attacked After The Hardys Win on TNA iMPACT

  21-08-2026 05:49 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Cedric Alexander became the latest TNA star to be attacked backstage during the August 20 episode of TNA iMPACT. The X-Division Champion was found unconscious as the show came to an end.The moment happened right after the night’s main event. While The Hardys were celebrating in the ring, the cameras suddenly cut to Alexander lying unconscious on the floor. There was no sign of the attacker, and TNA did not immediately explain what had happened.A mystery attacker
  
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• WWE’s Crown Jewel 2026 Plans Detailed, Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk Possible — Report

  21-08-2026 05:18 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE is reportedly mapping out its return to Saudi Arabia later this year, with Crown Jewel expected to remain part of the company’s premium live event calendar.
  While nothing has officially come to light, the current plans could set the stage for a blockbuster championship showdown if the title picture stays intact.According to PWInsider Elite, WWE is targeting November for Crown Jewel 2026, leaving plenty of room between Money in the Bank on Oct. 10 and Survivor Series o
  
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• Retired WWE Star To Return to Wrestling 20 Years After Leaving the Company

  21-08-2026 04:51 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Heidenreich is making a surprise return to the wrestling scene nearly 20 years after leaving WWE. The former WWE Tag Team Champion has not wrestled regularly for many years. His last known matches came in 2018, while he stepped away from full-time wrestling back in 2009.Earlier this year, Heidenreich unexpectedly found himself back in the spotlight after a photo of him working an overnight shift at Walmart went viral. The picture showed him putting a co-worker in a playful head
  
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• WWE Makes an Interesting Trademark Move Involving Giulia

  21-08-2026 04:41 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has made another notable move involving SmackDown star Giulia. The wrestling promotion filed a fresh trademark application for her ring name just days after her latest in-ring appearance.While the filing doesn’t reveal any immediate creative plans, it adds another layer to the company’s continued protection of one of its established stars.The trademark application was filed on Aug. 18 and covers a broad range of entertainment-related services, making it a develo
  
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• Jada Stone vs. M by Elegance Set for TNA Knockouts TV Title Tournament Final

  21-08-2026 04:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The finalists for the first-ever TNA Knockouts Television Championship have been decided. Jada Stone will face M by Elegance in the tournament final.Stone earned her spot by defeating Heather by Elegance on the August 20 episode of TNA iMPACT. M by Elegance had already reached the final after beating Indi Hartwell in the other semifinal.Jada Stone beats Heather by Elegance to secure a spot in the TNA Knockouts TV Title Tournament FinalThe second semifinal between Ston
  
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• Sami Zayn’s WWE In-Ring Absence Linked To Legitimate Injury — Report

  21-08-2026 04:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Sami Zayn has remained a regular presence on WWE television in recent weeks. However, one noticeable detail has stood out — he hasn’t competed inside the ring.A new report has now shed light on why the former WWE Champion has been limited to non-wrestling appearances. The explanation goes beyond storyline.While fans heard Zayn reference an injury during a tense exchange with CM Punk on SmackDown, it wasn’t immediately clear whether the remark was part of WWE p
  
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• WWE Adds Blake Monroe’s In-Ring Debut, Title Match & More to Aug. 21 SmackDown

  21-08-2026 04:10 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has added several massive developments to the August 21 episode of SmackDown, including Blake Monroe’s in-ring debut as a full-time main roster star.This week’s SmackDown will take place at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario. With an already packed card that includes an Undisputed WWE Championship match, WWE has now added more matches and appearances to the show.WWE sets Blake Monroe’s main roster in-ring debut match on this week’s SmackDownBlake M
  
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• Mr. Elegance’s Undefeated Streak Finally Comes To a Shocking End on TNA iMPACT

  21-08-2026 04:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mr. Elegance entered the Aug. 20 edition of TNA iMPACT with an unblemished singles record and plenty of momentum, but the night didn’t end the way many expected.
  After surviving several previous challenges, the rising star finally met an opponent who found a way to crack the code, even with outside distractions working against him.The result marked a significant moment on TNA’s latest episode, ending one of the company’s newest winning streaks while
  
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• Solo Sikoa’s Merch Finds Surprise Success, WWE Has More Plans in Store — Report

  21-08-2026 03:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Solo Sikoa‘s recent character shift appears to be paying dividends beyond Monday Night Raw. A new report suggests the former Bloodline enforcer is connecting with fans in an unexpected way.While his storyline continues to evolve, the update indicates WWE may already be preparing to capitalize on that growing momentum.The development comes after several eventful weeks for Sikoa, whose babyface turn has changed the dynamic around one of WWE’s most recognizable faction
  
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• JBL & Ron Simmons Explain Why APA Had To End: ‘It Was Perfect Timing’

  21-08-2026 03:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  JBL and Ron Simmons have looked back on the end of their famous Acolytes Protection Agency (APA) run, explaining why they felt it was the right time to go their separate ways.During their recent appearance on INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet, the WWE Hall of Famers talked about their six-year run, how the APA gimmick came together, and how their real-life friendship helped make the team so popular.JBL and Ron Simmons reflect on the APA’s six-year WWE runJBL and Simmons first
  
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• WWE Hall of Famer Gets Memphis Street Named After Him

  21-08-2026 03:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jerry “The King” Lawler received one of the biggest honors of his legendary career on Aug. 20, but this time it didn’t come inside a wrestling ring.
  The WWE Hall of Famer was celebrated in his hometown of Memphis, Tennessee, during a special ceremony that recognized his lasting impact on both wrestling and the city itself.The tribute wasn’t about another championship reign or one last main event. Instead, it reflected the legacy Lawler has built over mor
  
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• Santos Escobar ‘Wasn’t Expecting’ WWE Exit, Says Nick Khan Asked Him To Re-Sign

  21-08-2026 03:20 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE star Santos Escobar has opened up about his unexpected release from the company, revealing that he believed his future was secure after a personal conversation with WWE President Nick Khan.Looking back on the difficult period, Escobar explained why the timing of his departure made the situation even tougher to process.Now officially a free agent following the expiration of his 90-day non-compete clause, Escobar — who has since rebranded as Romeo Malverde &mdash
  
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• Former WWE Star Confirms Free Agent Status Amid AEW/ROH Speculation

  21-08-2026 03:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Steph De Lander has addressed growing speculation surrounding her future, confirming that she remains a free agent despite becoming a familiar face on ROH programming.
  However, her latest comments suggest her contract status may not stay the same for long, adding another layer of intrigue ahead of a major title opportunity.The former WWE star has been gaining momentum since returning to the ring and could soon find herself taking another significant step.
  For now, though, she&r
  
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• Brie Bella Shares Update on Injury Recovery, Reveals Physical Therapy Has Begun

  21-08-2026 03:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Brie Bella is taking her recovery day by day after suffering a painful injury at WWE SummerSlam. The WWE star is currently recovering from a broken scapula, which could keep her out of action for several months.Brie has stayed away from the ring since her injury, but she has now shared an update on her recovery. The early stages have not been easy, but she is following the treatment plan given to her.Brie Bella begins physical therapy and awaits X-rays and a CT scanDuring a rec
  
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• Shinsuke Nakamura & Rusev Part of WWE’s New Backstage Tag Team Plans — Report

  21-08-2026 02:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE could be planning some interesting changes to its tag team divisions, with Shinsuke Nakamura and Rusev among the names being considered for new teams. The company is still looking at its options on both RAW and SmackDown. So, many wrestlers could get bigger roles in the tag team scene in the coming weeks.Nakamura has spent the past few weeks talking about a mystery partner. The story gained more attention after Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga won the titles on the August 14 epis
  
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