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• Major Concern Growing Within WWE Over Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia — Report

  24-09-2026 21:53 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE Crown Jewel is scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 7. However, the upcoming Premium Live Event has reportedly become a growing concern. This is within the company amid the ongoing uncertainty surrounding travel to the country.WWE announced earlier this month that Crown Jewel will emanate from the Riyadh Season Stadium at King Abdullah Financial District. The event remains on the company’s calendar, and WWE has not announced any changes to its plans.The situati
  
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• Trick Williams Beats Baron Corbin Despite Shocking Trick Shot Kickout

  26-09-2026 03:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Trick Williams retained the WWE United States Championship on the September 25 episode of WWE SmackDown, defeating Baron Corbin in a Steel Cage match.This was the fourth time Williams and Corbin had faced each other for the title. Their feud started when Corbin returned to WWE in July. He then defeated Williams in the US title match at SummerSlam. Williams then regained the title at Sunday Night’s Main Event earlier this month.That set up this week’s Steel Cage matc
  
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• WWE Officially Announces How to Watch Worlds Collide, Sets AEW Clash

  26-09-2026 03:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has finally revealed how fans will be able to watch Worlds Collide 2026 after leaving the broadcast details unclear. The announcement also confirms an unusual wrinkle involving AEW All Out, with both major promotions running events in the Chicago area on the same night.WWE announced on Friday that Worlds Collide will stream on YouTube on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m. ET. The crossover event will feature talent from WWE and Lucha Libre AAA, but fans attending in person will
  
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• Becky Lynch’s WWE Storyline Undergoes Major Change — Report

  26-09-2026 03:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE is heading toward Money in the Bank 2026 in New Orleans, and Becky Lynch’s character direction has reportedly received an update behind the scenes.For more than a year, fans have wondered where Lynch stands between being a babyface and a heel. The Man returned to WWE in 2025 and became a punching bag for fans after betraying Lyra Valkyria. However, a new report says WWE has now changed how Lynch is classified internally.Becky Lynch’s WWE status gets a major baby
  
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• Backstage Update on Persephone’s Possible AEW All Out Opponent — Report

  26-09-2026 03:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Persephone is set to defend the AEW TBS Championship in an open challenge at All Out, but the mystery surrounding her opponent may not last much longer. A new report has pointed toward a potential AEW debut for the challenger.According to Self Made Pro Wrestling, Dani Luna is expected to answer Persephone’s open challenge at Saturday’s pay-per-view. The report states that Luna is set to make her AEW debut by challenging for the TBS Championship.The development follo
  
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• Karl Anderson Got ‘Death Threats’ Over WWE Signing While Holding NJPW Championship

  26-09-2026 02:42 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Karl Anderson has revealed that signing with WWE while still holding championship gold in NJPW led to a much more serious reaction than fans may have realized. According to Anderson, things got so heated that he even received death threats for joining WWE.Anderson’s WWE return created an awkward situation because his NJPW commitments did not simply disappear. WWE brought him back as part of The O.C., but he was still holding championship gold in Japan.Karl Anderson detail
  
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• Damian Priest Attacks R-Truth Again Ahead of Sept. 25 SmackDown

  26-09-2026 02:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Damian Priest has attacked R-Truth again, continuing his heel antics on his former tag team partner ahead of the September 25 episode of WWE SmackDown.Priest turned on Truth earlier this month after they failed to win the AAA World Tag Team Championship from The War Raiders. The former WWE World Heavyweight Champion has made it clear that he feels Truth held him back and has now taken his frustration out on his former friend for a second time.Damian Priest isn’t done with
  
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• PHOTO: WWE’s Kendal Grey Reacts After Fan Makes Major Edit to Her Backside

  26-09-2026 02:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE NXT star Kendal Grey has reacted after a fan shared an edited photo that exaggerated her backside.Grey took to X to respond to the post, which featured an altered image of the former NXT Women’s Champion. Her reaction quickly drew attention from fans on social media.The interaction comes as Grey remains away from in-ring competition following an injury that has kept her sidelined from WWE NXT.Grey recently lost the NXT Women’s Championship to Kelani Jordan at He
  
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• Ex-WWE Star ‘Was Very Much Miserable’ Near Exit From the Company

  26-09-2026 02:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE star Xelina, previously known as Zelina Vega, has admitted that she was “very much miserable” toward the end of her second WWE exit.Xelina was among the WWE talent released after WrestleMania 42 in April. It was the second time she had been let go by the company. She was first released in November 2020, then returned to WWE just eight months later.Her second run included some notable moments, but her role became more limited toward the end. Now, the forme
  
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• Vince McMahon’s Private Call With TKO Executives Before His Exit Revealed

  26-09-2026 01:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Ari Emanuel has revealed details of a private phone call with Vince McMahon and Mark Shapiro that preceded McMahon’s exit from TKO Group Holdings.Emanuel, the TKO CEO and executive chairman, discussed McMahon’s departure in his new memoir, Roll the Calls: A Memoir. The book provides Emanuel’s account of the events surrounding McMahon’s resignation from TKO in January 2024.McMahon initially returned to WWE in January 2023 as executive chairman before WWE&
  
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• AEW Star Got Mia Khalifa To Train After She ‘Talked Crap’ About Pro Wrestling

  26-09-2026 01:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW star Thunder Rosa once invited Mia Khalifa to learn more about professional wrestling after the former adult film performer publicly criticized the sport.Rosa recalled the story during an appearance on The Normies, explaining how she reached out to Khalifa after seeing her comments about wrestling. The interaction eventually led to Khalifa visiting Rosa’s wrestling school and taking part in a training session.The former AEW Women’s World Champion said she was ru
  
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• WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For Sept 25

  26-09-2026 00:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our WWE SmackDown results for tonight include Men’s and Women’s Money in the Bank qualifying triple-threat matches featuring Finn Balor clashing with CM Punk and Gunther, and Giulia battling Charlotte Flair vs. Lash Legend, and Baron Corbin challenging Trick Williams in a Steel Cage match for the United States Championship. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.WWE SmackDown Card:
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• WWE Worlds Collide Could Be Released as Club WWE Exclusive — Report

  25-09-2026 22:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Worlds Collide could end up being released as a Club WWE exclusive. However, there is currently no confirmation that the event will be distributed through the subscription service.WWE Worlds Collide is scheduled for Saturday, September 26. This is the same night as AEW All Out, which will take place at the nearby NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates. Worlds Collide is set to feature talent from WWE, NXT and AAA.The broadcast plans for Worlds Collide have changed several times in re
  
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• Kairi Sane’s AEW All Out Status Revealed Amid Ongoing Contract Talks

  25-09-2026 22:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Kairi Sane‘s potential move to All Elite Wrestling has hit another roadblock, with a new report revealing that she is not currently signed with the promotion.Sane became a free agent earlier this year after WWE released her on April 24. Her 90-day non-compete clause subsequently expired, allowing her to explore opportunities with other wrestling promotions.The former WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion fueled speculation about an AEW move earlier this month when
  
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• Drew McIntyre Fuels WWE Return Speculation With New In-Ring Video

  25-09-2026 21:36 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Drew McIntyre has sparked fresh speculation about his WWE return after sharing new footage of himself training inside a wrestling ring.The former multi-time world champion has been away from WWE programming since WrestleMania 42. McIntyre’s absence has largely been connected to his acting commitments, including roles in Highlander and The Last Druid.McIntyre recently returned to the United States after completing his overseas commitments. However, re
  
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• Ex-TNA Star Signs With AEW, Debut Expected Soon — Report

  25-09-2026 21:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former TNA star Dani Luna is reportedly headed to AEW.Luna began making a name for herself on the British independent scene before joining WWE’s NXT UK brand. She made her NXT UK debut in 2019 and signed with WWE in January 2020. She remained with the company until her release in 2022.During her time in NXT UK, Luna worked alongside Mark Andrews and Flash Morgan Webster as part of Subculture. Following her WWE departure, she returned to the independent scene and
  
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• TNA’s Matt Hardy Reveals Jeff Hardy Is Transitioning Away From In-Ring Wrestling

  25-09-2026 20:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA‘s Matt Hardy says his brother Jeff Hardy is slowly transitioning away from in-ring wrestling.In the latest episode of his Extreme Life of Matt Hardy podcast, the former Tag Team Champion, who recently turned 52, addressed questions about his retirement. He said he and Jeff Hardy faced issues in AEW and feel TNA is a better fit. He doesn’t have a timetable for when he’ll stop wrestling and hopes to perform as long as he’s physically able.“Jeff a
  
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• Major Update on WWE WrestleMania 43 Plans Amid Saudi Arabia Concerns — Report

  25-09-2026 20:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE is continuing to move forward with plans to hold WrestleMania 43 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, despite ongoing concerns surrounding the situation in the Middle East.WrestleMania 43 is scheduled to take place in Riyadh in April 2027. The event will mark the first time WWE’s biggest annual show has been held outside the United States or Canada.WWE President Nick Khan recently confirmed that the company is already working on the creative plans for WrestleMania 43. Khan said t
  
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• TKO’s Stance on Sami Zayn as Undisputed WWE Champion Revealed — Report

  25-09-2026 19:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TKO reportedly has mixed feelings about Sami Zayn being the Undisputed WWE Champion.Sami Zayn defeated CM Punk on the September 11, 2026, episode of SmackDown in Mexico City to win the Undisputed WWE Championship for the second time. Fan reactions to his title win have been mixed so far, and former Intercontinental Champion Val Venis even criticized the promotion for booking the change on the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.TKO Reportedly Has No Positive Or Negati
  
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• WWE Referee Takes Blame for Botched Kevin Owens vs. Sami Zayn Finish — Report

  25-09-2026 18:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE referee Ryan Tran has reportedly accepted responsibility for the botched ending of the Kevin Owens vs. Sami Zayn match on SmackDown.After winning back the Undisputed WWE Championship from CM Punk on the September 11, 2026, episode of SmackDown, Sami Zayn had to defend it the following week. He put the title on the line against his longtime friend and rival, Kevin Owens.After Kevin Owens survived Johnny Gargano and Candice LeRae’s interference, CM Punk entered the fray
  
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• WWE Replacing Major Part Of Its Operation After 10 Years — Report

  25-09-2026 18:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE is reportedly replacing some of the major technical backbones of its operation after 10 years.According to WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select, WWE is replacing its current fleet of production trucks with new ones. The trucks, featuring photos of the superstars, are the backbone of every broadcast, processing camera feeds, replays, graphics, entrances, and live shots from outside arenas.Steve Stasiak of Book Pro Wrestlers also provided more details on X/Twitter. According
  
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• AJ Styles’ Son Lands Major Match for His TNA In-Ring Debut

  25-09-2026 17:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles’ son, Avery Styles, will make his TNA in-ring debut in a major match next month.After making his official in-ring debut in the indies in June, Avery Styles signed with TNA Wrestling in August. Though he hasn’t had his first match in the promotion yet, the 19-year-old is being mentored by his father’s long-time friend and rival, Frankie Kazarian.Avery Styles To Make TNA In-Ring Debut In Call Your Shot GauntletKazarian is gu
  
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• Netflix’s Reaction to WWE Raw in Mexico City Revealed — Report

  25-09-2026 17:18 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A new report has emerged about Netflix’s reaction to the WWE RAW episode in Mexico City.The September 14, 2026, episode of WWE RAW took place at Arena CDMX in Mexico City and aired live on Netflix. Roman Reigns vs. Penta headlined the event for the World Heavyweight Championship. The show also featured a highly acclaimed Intercontinental Championship match between Chad Gable and Dragon Lee.Reports noted the episode earned the second-biggest numbers of 2026. This comes beh
  
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• CM Punk’s WWE Money in the Bank Plans Take Unexpected Turn — Report

  25-09-2026 17:18 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  CM Punk’s status for WWE Money in the Bank takes an unexpected turn.After losing the Undisputed WWE Championship to Sami Zayn on the September 11 episode of SmackDown, CM Punk returned last week to stop Kevin Owens from capturing the title. With Money in the Bank fast approaching, fans expect the promotion to give the Straight Edge Superstar a prominent spot at the event.JoeyVotes noted during a recent WrestleVotes Q&A that CM Punk is expected to be a part of the prem
  
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• Injured WWE Star Targets Royal Rumble Return

  25-09-2026 16:20 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE’s Matt Cardona hopes to return from injury in time for Royal Rumble 2027.Matt Cardona tore his triceps during a match against Kit Wilson on the September 3, 2026, episode of WWE Main Event (taped on August 21). He underwent surgery to repair the damage.Sharing the footage of him suffering the injury on X/Twitter, the former WWE Intercontinental Champion said, “I hit my dropkick off the second rope and something didn’t feel right. But there’s no way I could hurt mysel
  
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• Top Star Discusses Triple H Contacting Him About WWE Return

  25-09-2026 14:51 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE United States Champion Baron Corbin has revealed details about Triple H contacted him about returning. Corbin eventually made his WWE comeback earlier this year.He was released by WWE back in 2024. He then reinvented himself as Bishop Dyer on the independents. After nearly two years away, Corbin returned to WWE in July 2026 on a episode of SmackDown, where he attacked Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes.This eventually led to a major WWE SummerSlam showdown between him
  
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• Tony Khan Explains How AEW Star’s Injury Changed All Out Plans

  25-09-2026 14:51 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW President Tony Khan has provided an update on Mercedes Moné injury which forced to change her All Out plans. Moné was originally scheduled to defend her championship at AEW All Out.At AEW All In: London, Moné defeated Nightingale to become Women’s World Champion. However, Moné suffered a nose injury during their match. Since then, Moné has only appeared in promo segments.She was originally expected to defend her championship at AEW A
  
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• Thekla Reacts to Former WWE Star’s Potential AEW Debut

  25-09-2026 14:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Thekla has commented on Kairi Sane’s AEW speculation. The former WWE star has recently teased her wrestling future. Her latest social media activity sparked plenty of fan speculation.Sane was released by WWE and is now exploring options. Few weeks ago reports suggested AEW talks. Her potential arrival has quickly become a talking point. Sane recently shared a photo of new ring gear.However, she covered the gear in the image. Amid the speculation, Thekla has now addressed
  
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• Tony Khan Reveals How Will Ospreay’s Emotional AEW: All In London Walkout Came Together

  25-09-2026 14:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW President Tony Khan has discussed Will Ospreay’s emotional All In entrance. At AEW: All In London 2026, Ospreay’s Wembley Stadium entrance quickly became highly memorable.The presentation focused heavily on Will Ospreay’s wrestling journey. It featured family, close friends and his rivals. Ricochet and Swerve Strickland, Aussie Open members Kyle Fletcher and Mark Davis were among those featured.Jon Moxley handed Ospreay his country’s flag during the
  
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• Former Wyatt Sicks Members Joseph Sawyer & Samuel Shaw Officially Join TNA

  25-09-2026 14:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former Wyatt Sicks members Joseph Sawyer, formerly known as Joey Gacy, and Samuel Shaw, formerly known as Dexter Lumis, have arrived in TNA. The duo made their surprise TNA debut this week.Their arrival comes after several backstage attacks in TNA. Multiple members of the roster had been targeted recently. The Hardys were among the latest victims of these attacks. After Matt Hardy was attacked, mysterious figures appeared.The identities of those attackers remained unknown until
  
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