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• Motor City Machine Guns Tease Next Move After WWE Release

  16-07-2026 23:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
  The Motor City Machine Guns have fans talking after releasing a comedic video that appears to tease their next move following their WWE departures.Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin, who were released by WWE earlier this year, uploaded a YouTube video titled “Release.” The skit pokes fun at their exit from the company while seemingly hinting at where they could be headed next.The video opens with Shelley helping Sabin work through the “five stages of grief” after their WWE rel
  
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• Paul Heyman Backed CM Punk During Conflict With Former WWE Star

  17-07-2026 08:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Rob Van Dam recently looked back at CM Punk’s early WWE run and revealed how Paul Heyman backed the future world champion during a backstage issue with Test. The Hall of Famer also admitted the situation showed him how highly Heyman thought of Punk.RVD recalled a UK tour where Test wanted CM Punk to pass messages to Kelly Kelly following their breakup. However, Punk refused to do it, which reportedly upset Test.Paul Heyman backed CM Punk during his issue with TestSpeaking
  
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• Matt Hardy Announces New Deletion Match to End Eight-Month TNA Feud

  17-07-2026 06:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Matt Hardy believes it’s finally time to end his long feud with The Righteous. On the July 16 episode of TNA iMPACT!, Matt and Jeff Hardy challenged Vincent and Dutch to a “Righteous Deletion” match at the famous Hardy Compound.The cinematic match will air on next week’s episode of TNA iMPACT! and is expected to be the final chapter in a rivalry that has lasted for eight months.The challenge was delivered in true Broken Universe style.Another c
  
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• WWE Legend Says Vince McMahon Secretly Set Up Donald Trump to Be Sprayed With Blood

  17-07-2026 05:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A memorable Madison Square Garden moment from WWE’s Attitude Era has resurfaced after Gangrel shared a behind-the-scenes story involving Vince McMahon and future U.S. President Donald Trump.
  According to the WWE veteran, what looked like an accident was actually a carefully planned backstage prank — though Gangrel didn’t realize it until afterward.Speaking on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, the former Brood leader recalled being unexpectedly added to a house sho
  
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• Tom Brady Calls On Nick Khan to Make WWE Match Happen

  17-07-2026 05:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Tom Brady may be done with football, but he hasn’t closed the door on trying something new. The seven-time Super Bowl champion has now publicly said he wants a WWE match and even called on WWE President Nick Khan to make it happen.Brady shared his thoughts while appearing with Cody Rhodes on the live What Do You Wanna Talk About? podcast at Fanatics Fest in New York City. Although he didn’t appear at WrestleMania 42 despite earlier rumors, his latest co
  
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• WWE Legend Siva Afi Passes Away At 77

  17-07-2026 04:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The wrestling world is mourning the loss of former WWE star Siva Afi, who has passed away at the age of 77. His family confirmed the news on Thursday. No cause of death has come to light.Known to many fans for his time in the World Wrestling Federation during the 1980s, Afi leaves behind a career that stretched across multiple countries and promotions, along with the respect of many who shared a locker room with him.Siva Afi remembered for his wrestling career and lasting legac
  
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• John Cena Set to Face Olympic Gold Medalist at Fanatics Fest — Report

  17-07-2026 04:36 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena may be retired from wrestling, but he is not done with WWE. A new report says the 17-time World Champion is expected to play a part in one of the biggest attractions at this weekend’s Fanatics Fest, along with Olympic Gold Medalist Noah Lyles.The event takes place at the Javits Center and features stars from wrestling, football, basketball, baseball, and other sports. One of the biggest highlights is the Fanatics Games. Athletes, celebrities, creators, and fans
  
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• El Hijo Del Vikingo Facing Lengthy Absence After ACL Surgery — Report

  17-07-2026 04:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  El Hijo del Vikingo’s successful knee surgery has answered one question. Now another question looms over WWE and AAA fans. When will one of lucha libre’s biggest stars return to the ring?A new report has shed light on the expected recovery timeline. Unfortunately, it appears the wait could be a long one.The injury has already forced major changes to AAA and WWE plans, with Vikingo sidelined before a scheduled title defense on NXT.El Hijo del Vikingo expe
  
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• TNA Quietly Changes Mike Santana’s Status After Company Exit

  17-07-2026 04:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mike Santana’s future with TNA Wrestling now looks more uncertain amid the rumors and speculation of his TNA exit.The company hasn’t officially announced that Santana has left but has quietly made a noticeable change to his status that has only added to the growing belief that his time in TNA is over.Mike Santana removed from TNA rosterSantana last wrestled for TNA at Slammiversary 2026, where he defended the TNA World Championship against Nic Nemeth. After a hard-f
  
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• Update on WWE’s Randy Orton’s Fanatics Fest Status After Canceled Appearances — Report

  17-07-2026 04:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Randy Orton‘s scheduled autograph and photo opportunities at Fanatics Fest may have been canceled. Nevertheless, a new report suggests WWE fans shouldn’t count The Viper out just yet.Despite the changes to the event schedule, expectations behind the scenes reportedly point in a different direction.The update comes as Orton continues his absence from WWE television. This has left fans eager for any sign of his next public appearance.Randy Orton still expected at Fana
  
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• Former TNA Star Mike Santana’s Expected WWE Arrival Timeline Revealed — Report

  17-07-2026 03:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mike Santana’s next move remains officially unannounced. However, a new report suggests WWE could be where the former TNA World Champion lands sooner rather than later.While no deal has been confirmed, the latest backstage update points to growing confidence that Santana’s wait may soon reach the home stretch.Following his TNA exit, speculation has continued to build around Santana’s future. Now, fresh details have added more fuel to the conversation without m
  
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• Netflix Censorship Continues As Brock Lesnar’s WWE Raw Appearance Is Heavily Edited

  17-07-2026 03:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Netflix is once again getting attention from WWE fans for making strange edits to this week’s RAW replays. Most of the edits came during Brock Lesnar’s opening segment with Paul Heyman and Oba Femi.When RAW moved to Netflix, many fans expected the show to have fewer restrictions than it did on regular TV. Instead, people have noticed that the replay versions often include extra edits that weren’t in the live broadcast.Netflix censors Brock Lesnar’s T-shi
  
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• Jasmin St. Claire’s Mystery Baby Daddy Revealed In JCW’s Wild Storyline

  17-07-2026 03:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jasmin St. Claire finally got the answer she had been demanding on the July 16 episode of JCW Lunacy. However, the reveal only made one of wrestling’s strangest storylines even more unpredictable.After weeks of speculation, Violent J confirmed the mystery father — and the result was anything but expected.The bizarre angle has kept fans guessing since late June. Nevertheless, the final reveal proved there was one more swerve waiting in the wings.Mr. Happy r
  
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• Recently Fired TNA Talent Takes On Backstage AEW Role Without Contract — Report

  17-07-2026 03:18 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Sami Callihan’s next chapter in professional wrestling may already be underway, but not in the way many fans expected.
  Just weeks after his departure from TNA Wrestling, a new report suggests the former TNA World Champion has quietly been working behind the scenes at recent AEW events, although his long-term status remains uncertain.Rather than returning to the spotlight as an in-ring performer, Callihan appears to be making an impact where fans rarely see it.Sami Calliha
  
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• Former WCW Valet Rejected Vince McMahon’s Alleged Advances Because She Was Engaged

  17-07-2026 03:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WCW and WWF valet Missy Hyatt has revisited a difficult chapter from her wrestling career, explaining why she says she rejected alleged advances from Vince McMahon during her brief WWF run in 1987.
  While reflecting on that period, Hyatt also shared how she believes the decision affected her role in the company before she eventually left for WCW.Hyatt’s latest comments came during an appearance on Talk Is Jericho. She discussed her short-lived
  
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• AEW’s Rebel Nominates Cody Rhodes, CM Punk And More After Taking Ice Bucket Challenge

  17-07-2026 03:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Rebel is continuing to face her battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) with a positive attitude. A few weeks after opening up about her diagnosis, she took part in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge to help raise awareness for the disease.With Britt Baker by her side, Rebel completed the challenge and nominated several big names from wrestling and football, including Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, and a number of WWE, AEW, and NFL stars.Rebel takes the ALS Ice Bucket ChallengeRebel s
  
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• Billy Gunn Is 6’5″ and 270 Pounds. Brock Lesnar Still Intimidated Him

  17-07-2026 02:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Brock Lesnar has always been seen as one of the toughest and most feared stars in pro wrestling. Over the years, many wrestlers have admitted they were intimidated by his presence and Billy Gunn is the latest one of them.From winning an NCAA wrestling championship to becoming UFC Heavyweight Champion and dominating WWE, The Beast Incarnate has built a reputation that very few can match, and that reputation isn’t just for TV. According to the AEW veteran, even someo
  
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• WWE Confirms Nick Aldis’ Replacement for SmackDown After Gunther Attack

  17-07-2026 02:06 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Last week on WWE SmackDown, Gunther once again lost control and attacked Nick Aldis at the end of the show. Although Cody Rhodes made the save at last, Aldis had already passed out after multiple Sleeper holds from the Ring General. It looks like the attack was severe enough for Aldis to not show up to work for the upcoming few episodes, and WWE once again has to look back to Adam Pearce for help.This is the second time in recent weeks that Pearce has had to manage both RAW and
  
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• WWE’s CM Punk Reveals the Diet and Motivation Behind His Impressive New Physique

  17-07-2026 00:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE‘s CM Punk went into detail about his training and diet that led to his impressive physical transformation.Reigning Undisputed WWE Champion CM Punk recently appeared on the What’s Your Story? with Steph McMahon podcast. During the conversation, he opened up about his recent physical transformation, saying he got inspired after watching Chad Gable’s workout posts on social media.Punk noted that he got in contact with Gable’
  
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• TNA iMPACT Results: Review, Grades, Card for July 16

  17-07-2026 00:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our TNA iMPACT results for tonight feature Ricky Sosa vs. Bear Bronson, Cedric Alexander defending the X-Division Championship against Fabian Aichner, Harley Hudson vs. NXT’s Thea Hail, M By Elegance vs. Rosemary in the Knockouts TV Championship Tournament, AJ Francis vs. Moose, and more!TNA iMPACT Card
  Ricky Sosa vs. Bear BronsonCedric Alexander (c) vs. Fabian Aichner – TNA X Division ChampionshipHarley Hudson vs. Thea Hail – Knockouts TV Title Tournament MatchM By Elegance v
  
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• AJ Styles Explains Why WWE Should Expand Into Japan

  17-07-2026 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles recently shared why he believes the company should expand into Japan.Over the past few years, WWE has continued growing its international presence. The company has expanded through Netflix distribution deals and premium live events in countries like Saudi Arabia, France, Australia, Germany and Italy. WWE programming also reaches millions of fans worldwide through broadcasts in multiple languages.Last year, WWE strengthened its position in Mexico by a
  
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• Former WWE Composer Says Today’s Entrance Themes Sound Generic

  16-07-2026 23:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Former WWE composer Jim Johnston weighs in on current wrestling themes.Former WWE composer Jim Johnston was the mastermind behind the company’s iconic themes for over three decades until his release in 2017. He created legendary themes for stars like Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock, and The Undertaker. Baron Corbin’s “End of Days” is widely recognized as the last WWE entrance theme he composed before his exit.Johnston recently appeared on The False Face Show, where he
  
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• Nic Nemeth Reveals Why His Dad Skipped TNA Taping Despite Being Part of an Angle

  16-07-2026 22:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Nic Nemeth has shared a humorous story about his father choosing slot machines over appearing on TNA television.Speaking with A Wrestling Gal’s Ella Jay, the reigning TNA World Champion was asked whether he and his brother Ryan Nemeth had ever considered involving their mother in TNA storylines. Nemeth explained that he prefers to keep his parents out of the spotlight and off social media, though his father has made a few appearances at wrestling events over the years.Nem
  
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• Nikki Bella’s WWE Return Timeline Gets Major Update After Injury

  16-07-2026 21:10 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  There’s a new update on Nikki Bella’s WWE return timeline.WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella has been sidelined with an ankle injury she sustained on the March 27, 2026, episode of SmackDown. She had to miss out on WrestleMania 42, with a returning Paige taking her spot to become the new Women’s Tag Team Champions alongside Brie Bella.Nikki Bella previously stated that she wanted to return by late June, but doesn’t want to come back too early and wait until s
  
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• WWE Staff Hoped For Matt Cardona To Return as Zack Ryder – Report

  16-07-2026 20:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Matt Cardona could have returned to WWE under a familiar name.Matt Cardona made his long-awaited WWE return on the January 2, 2026, episode of SmackDown, where he defeated Kit Wilson in a surprise match. However, according to a new report, there was internal discussion about presenting him as Zack Ryder instead.According to WrestleVotes Radio, via Fightful Select, there was hope among some people behind the scenes that Cardona would ultimately be brought back as Zack Ryder, the
  
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• TNA Wrestling Releases Popular Tag Team

  16-07-2026 19:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
  TNA Wrestling has announced the release of a popular tag team.The promotion announced via an official press release that they have come to terms with the release of the tag team Sinner and Saint (Judas Icarus & Travis Williams) effective immediately.“TNA Wrestling has come to terms on the release of Sinner & Saint, effective immediately. We wish them the best in their future endeavors,” the announcement read.
  The duo, both hailing from British Columbia, Canada, signed with T
  
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• WWE Announces Chicago Worlds Collide Event on AEW All Out Weekend

  16-07-2026 18:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE is counterprogramming AEW once again, and this time in the same city.The promotion has announced 14 new fall dates across the United States via an official press release. The schedule includes episodes of RAW, SmackDown, and Worlds Collide, a live event featuring WWE and Lucha Libre AAA Superstars.The Worlds Collide event will take place at the Allstate Arena in Chicago on Saturday, September 26, 2026. It’s the same date as AEW All Out, which will take place around 18 miles away at th
  
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• Scott D’Amore Reveals Original Plans For Surprise TNA Wrestling Rebrand

  16-07-2026 17:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Scott D’Amore says TNA Wrestling’s rebranding was supposed to happen earlier than it did.During the final moments of the 2023 Bound for Glory event, a vignette aired announcing that Impact Wrestling would be rebranded back into TNA Wrestling in the new year. However, during his recent appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show, the company’s former president, Scott D’Amore, revealed that the rebranding was supposed to happen at the 2023 Slammiversary event.“2023 was supp
  
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• Real Estate Agent Quits Job to Pursue Lucha Libre Wrestling Dream in Mexico

  16-07-2026 17:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A real estate agent is trading in his license for a luchador mask.A recent report from the BBC highlights the story of Callum Aslantepe, a former real estate agent from Swindon, England. In January, Aslantepe shuttered his estate agency business and made the surprise move to Mexico, to chase his dream job of being a lucha libre wrestler. According to Aslantepe, he’s been there before in 2025 on a successful tour, and compares the shows he&rsquo
  
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• Liv Morgan Stuns Fans With Backless Dress On ESPYs Red Carpet

  16-07-2026 17:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE‘s Liv Morgan stole the show with a stunning backless dress at the ESPYs red carpet.Reigning Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan represented WWE at the 2026 ESPY (Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly) Awards, which took place on July 15 at the David H. Koch Theater in New York City. Produced by ESPN since 1993, the ceremony honors outstanding individual and team athletic achievements and memorable sports moments from the past year.Liv Morgan arrived at the event
  
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