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• Nikki Bella Gives WWE Status Update

  13-01-2026 19:37 via wrestlezone.com
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  Nikki Bella has given a status update amid her absence from WWE television.WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella has been absent from television since she lost the Women’s World Championship triple threat match against Stephanie Vaquer and Raquel Rodriguez on the December 29, 2025, episode of WWE RAW.While fans continue to speculate when she will show up in WWE again, Nikki Bella has confirmed that she’s currently taking some time off. Speaking to her sister, Brie Bella, on
  
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• WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For Sept 18

  19-09-2026 00:19 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our WWE SmackDown results for tonight include the MFTs battling Bakusai, Cody Rhodes returning for an exclusive interview, Men’s and Women’s Money in the Bank qualifying matches featuring Randy Orton taking on Trick Williams and Rey Fenix, Jacy Jayne clashing with Alexa Bliss and Jade Cargill, and Sami Zayn celebrating defeating CM Punk to reclaim the Undisputed WWE Championship. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the Hilliard Cente
  
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• Swerve Strickland Calls for Young Bucks To Be Removed From AEW Trios Titles

  19-09-2026 00:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Swerve Strickland has suggested that All Elite Wrestling make a significant change to the AEW World Trios Championship title belts.Strickland is currently in his first reign as AEW World Trios Champion alongside Kofi and Austin Creed. During a new 60-second interview with Don Chenz, Strickland was asked what he would change about the championship if he had the opportunity to redesign it.“Take the Young Bucks off of it,” Strickland said.The Young Bucks are former AEW
  
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• Mike Tyson Gets Netflix Series After Hulk Hogan & Mr. T, Trailer & Release Date Revealed

  19-09-2026 00:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mike Tyson is the latest wrestling-adjacent icon to receive the Netflix documentary treatment, following the recent releases centered on Hulk Hogan and Mr. T.Netflix has announced TYSON, a four-part documentary series examining the life and career of the legendary boxer. The series will premiere on October 13 and will feature interviews with Tyson, along with people who have known and worked with him throughout his life.Tyson became the youngest
  
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• Swerve Strickland Sounds off on MJF’s Finisher: ‘It Sucks’

  19-09-2026 00:08 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Swerve Strickland has made his feelings about MJF’s finishing move clear.MJF’s finisher, the Heatseeker, has been a subject of discussion among fans due to its similarities to Adam Cole’s Panama Sunrise.Friedman last appeared for AEW on the September 2 episode of AEW Dynamite. During his promo, Friedman promised to get some payback in the near future.Strickland recently appeared for a 60-second interview with Don Chenz while promoting his new song, “Co C
  
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• Adam Copeland’s ‘Revenge’ on Chris Jericho Is 25 Years in the Making

  19-09-2026 00:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Adam Copeland and Chris Jericho have recreated a memorable photo from their early wrestling days, but the tables have turned 25 years later.The two stars have crossed paths throughout their careers, dating back to their time in WWE during the early 2000s. Their latest photo provides a reminder of their long history in professional wrestling while giving Copeland a chance to settle an old score.While the original image had Jericho getting the better of Copeland with the photobom
  
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• Kairi Sane Sparks Fan Buzz With New Gear Tease After WWE Release

  19-09-2026 00:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Kairi Sane has sparked fan speculation with a new tease on social media as questions continue to surround her wrestling future following her WWE release.Sane’s latest post comes amid growing speculation about a potential move to All Elite Wrestling. Earlier this month, it was reported that there had been talks about Sane potentially joining AEW.The Pirate Princess also listed Barry Bloom as her manager on social media for her post-WWE bookings. Bloom represents s
  
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• Walker Stewart Reveals New Details About His AEW Deal After NJPW Extension

  18-09-2026 22:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Walker Stewart has provided more details about his current contract situation after recently announcing an extension with New Japan Pro-Wrestling.Stewart announced earlier this week that he had signed a new deal with NJPW and would continue providing English-language commentary for the promotion alongside Chris Charlton. He will also continue his work with STARDOM while making limited appearances for All Elite Wrestling.In his announcement, Stewart confirmed that he has already
  
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• Matt Hardy Becomes Another Victim of TNA Attacks, but Who Are the Attackers?

  18-09-2026 21:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA has been plagued by a series of mysterious backstage attacks in recent weeks. Now, Matt Hardy became the latest victim on the September 17 episode of TNA iMPACT. However, the latest incident may have provided a major clue about who is behind the attacks.Hardy was found laid out backstage during the closing moments of the show. As the camera focused on him, two sets of legs could be seen walking behind the crime scene before disappearing from view.The visual immedi
  
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• Zoey Serrano Recalls Health Scare That Nearly Overshadowed WWE RAW Main Event

  18-09-2026 20:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA‘s Zoey Serrano (Zoey Stark) recalls a health scare she had before her WWE RAW main event match against Becky Lynch.Zoey Serrano took on Becky Lynch in the main event of the July 10, 2023, episode of WWE RAW. She won the match with a roll-up pinfall thanks to Trish Stratus’ interference.Reflecting on the win while speaking on Ring The Belle, Zoey Serrano revealed she developed a swollen neck before the match. She got it after eating Memphis barbecue, and it was l
  
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• Ex-WWE Champion Reveals Modern-Day Right To Censor Gimmick the Company Nixed

  18-09-2026 20:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Zoey Serrano reveals her modern-day Right to Censor WWE pitch.Appearing on Ring The Belle. Serrano explained that she wanted to bring the concept into the modern era by using social media to criticize how WWE’s women’s roster presented themselves online.The idea naturally drew comparisons to WWE’s original Right to Censor faction, which became a prominent part of the company’s programming in the early 2000s. The group featured Steven Richards, Bull Bucha
  
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• Chelsea Green Got Help Writing Her Emotional Aug. 14 SmackDown Title Promo

  18-09-2026 20:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Women’s Champion Chelsea Green got help from Nick Aldis in writing her emotional promo from the August 14, 2026, episode of SmackDown.Chelsea Green and Tiffany Stratton lost to Fatal Influence’s Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid on the August 7, 2026, episode of SmackDown. Green unfortunately suffered a broken orbital bone during the match and risked being stripped of the WWE Women’s Championship.However, after an emotional promo the following week, SmackDown
  
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• Ilja Dragunov’s AEW Future Becomes Clearer With New Update — Report

  18-09-2026 20:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  There’s a new update on Ilja Dragunov’s potential AEW debut.Former United States Champion Ilja Dragunov left WWE after his contract expired in August. Since then, fans have speculated about his potential AEW debut, and members of the promotion, including President Tony Khan, have commented on the possibility.Amid all the talk, Fightful reported earlier this week that Ilja Dragunov is expected to sign with AEW. However, the report noted that both sides are still work
  
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• Chelsea Green Thought Nia Jax Match Was a ‘Banger.’ Then Came the Internet

  18-09-2026 20:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Chelsea Green opens up about the fan reaction to her match against Nia Jax on WWE SmackDown.Chelsea Green successfully defended the WWE Women’s Championship against Nia Jax on the September 11, 2026, episode of SmackDown in Mexico City. The defense came after General Manager Nick Aldis gave her 30 days to put the title on the line after she suffered a broken orbital bone last month.Chelsea Green talks online reaction to Nia Jax matchHowever, online fan reaction to the mat
  
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• Sean Sharaf Brings Up Gable Steveson’s 2019 Sexual Assault Allegation In UFC 331 Exchange

  18-09-2026 17:54 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Gable Steveson’s UFC 331 opponent, Sean Sharaf, brought up his past sexual assault allegation during a recent exchange.Former WWE Star Gable Steveson (4-0) will fight Sean Sharaf (4-2) in the main card of UFC 331. The event will take place at the Crypto.com Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, on September 19, 2026. Ahead of the clash, the two fighters appeared at the pre-fight press conference, and Sharaf didn’t mince his words when he publicly called out Steveson over his
  
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• Sami Zayn Faces Blunt WWE Take: ‘Not Everybody’s Made to Be a World Champion’

  18-09-2026 17:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jonathan Coachman has a hot take on Sami Zayn’s Undisputed WWE Championship win.Sami Zayn defeated CM Punk to win the Undisputed WWE Championship for the second time on the September 11, 2026, episode of SmackDown in Mexico City. Jonathan Coachman criticized the title win on social media and received some backlash. After a fan asked why he was upset about Zayn’s success, the former commentator clarified his stance and also doubled down on his take.Jonathan
  
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• Jake Hager (Jack Swagger) Left Bleeding From Eye in Power Slap TKO Loss

  18-09-2026 16:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE and AEW star Jake Hager (Jack Swagger) suffered a brutal TKO defeat in his recent Power Slap match.Jake Hager signed a multi-fight deal with UFC Power Slap in March 2026. He had a successful debut on April 17, 2026, in Las Vegas during WWE WrestleMania 42 weekend. However, his match against former TNA star Amanpreet Singh (Mahabali Shera) on July 10 did not go as he had hoped. He suffered a third-round knockout defeat.After the fight, Jake Hager revea
  
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• Former WWE Star Leaves the Door Open for Return, but Full-Time Is Another Story

  18-09-2026 16:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A full-time return to the ring might not be in the cards for former WWE Superstar Carmella.Former WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion Carmella said she was retired during a conversation with social media personality Laura Clery on the Hot Mom Sh*t podcast. She said, “I was a professional wrestler, so it’s like I can’t wrestle anymore. I’m a mom. I have kids. So, that’s kind of like I’m retired.”After her comments went viral in the wres
  
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• Sami Zayn Explains Why Winning the WWE Title Twice ‘Was No Fluke’

  18-09-2026 16:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Undisputed Champion Sami Zayn has addressed his doubters and explained why his two championship wins matter. Zayn became a two-time Undisputed WWE Champion in 2026. He first defeated Cody Rhodes and Gunther at WWE Night of Champions.However, his first reign was very short-lived. CM Punk defeated Zayn just nine days. Zayn recently reclaimed the championship on WWE SmackDown. He defeated Punk in Mexico City after Kevin Owens accidentally struck Punk with the title belt.Since
  
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• WWE Already Has Plans to Return to Mexico City

  18-09-2026 16:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE could be planning another Mexico City weekend next year. The idea comes after a successful weekend this year. The weekend began with WWE SmackDown. The show saw Sami Zayn crowned as the new WWE Champion.AAA then followed with TripleMania 34. WWE RAW closed the weekend with another major match. Roman Reigns faced Penta for WWE World Heavyweight Championship in front of the Mexico City crowd.After several consecutive nights created plenty of excitement. Arena CDMX became one
  
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• Top Star Could Return at WWE Money in the Bank

  18-09-2026 16:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Money in the Bank is only weeks away and the qualifying matches have already started taking shape. Bron Breakker and Je’Von Evans secured men’s ladder match spots. Sol Ruca and Lola Vice also qualified for the women’s match.Ahead of the premium live event several WWE stars are currently missing from action. Logan Paul, Drew McIntyre, and Seth Rollins are among them. Paul is currently out with an injury. McIntyre was away due to Hollywood commitments.Seth R
  
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• Ava Shares Why Ethan Page Was Her Favorite Person to Work With in WWE NXT

  18-09-2026 16:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Simone Johnson, formerly known as Ava, has praised former WWE NXT Champion Ethan Page. She recently explained why Page was her favorite. Johnson served as the WWE NXT General Manager previously.She took over the role in January 2024. During her time as GM, Johnson frequently clashed with Ethan Page. Page often challenged Johnson during his NXT Championship pursuit. He would negotiate match opportunities and question her decisions.Their exchanges also forced Johnson to become mo
  
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• Raquel Rodriguez Reveals Bold Goal To Become ‘Raquel Two-Belts’

  18-09-2026 16:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion Raquel Rodriguez has bigger goals. Rodriguez wants to become “Raquel Two Belts” someday. Rodriguez won the championship from Sol Ruca in July. The victory marked her first singles title reign on WWE’s main roster.However, Rodriguez is already looking toward another championship. Rather than giving up her current title, Rodriguez also wants the Women’s World title. She specifically wants to hold both championshi
  
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• TNA iMPACT Hit by ‘Technical Issues’ During TNA+ Broadcast

  18-09-2026 14:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
  TNA Wrestling fans watching the September 17 episode of TNA iMPACT! on TNA+ faced technical issues during the live broadcast. While the show aired as scheduled on TV, international subscribers dealt with delays and streaming issues that disrupted their viewing experience.The streaming problems came at a time when the promotion is building toward Bound For Glory 2026. The September 17 episode featured several matches and developments connected to the upcoming major event.TNA apologizes for techn
  
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• Paul Heyman Announces Upcoming Sit-Down With Graham Bensinger

  18-09-2026 05:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Paul Heyman has revealed he will sit down for an interview with journalist Graham Bensinger for an episode of In Depth with Graham Bensinger. This will give fans a chance to hear from one of wrestling’s most influential figures outside his usual WWE setting.Bensinger has built In Depth with Graham Bensinger around long conversations with well-known figures from sports, entertainment, and business. His format gives guests much more time than they usually
  
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• After a Brutal Attack, Eddie Edwards Wants Ricky Sosa at TNA Bound For Glory

  18-09-2026 04:53 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Ricky Sosa appeared to have the biggest reason to celebrate after scoring a key victory on TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! on Sept. 17. The celebration didn’t last long, though, as Eddie Edwards and The System had other plans for the young star.Sosa and Elijah teamed up against The System’s Edwards and Cedric Alexander. Sosa secured the victory by pinning Alexander, but the win quickly turned into a beating when Edwards and the rest of The System attacked both men.Edward
  
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• Motor City Machine Guns’ AEW Absence Has an Unexpected Explanation — Report

  18-09-2026 04:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The Motor City Machine Guns’ stop-and-start run in AEW has raised questions since Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin officially joined the promotion.
  However, a new report suggests their recent absence isn’t tied to a creative issue. The reason comes from commitments made before their AEW arrival.Shelley and Sabin returned at All In 2026 and wrestled on Collision two weeks ago. However, they have once again disappeared from television. Their limited AEW schedule has left
  
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• Jeff Jarrett’s CMLL Future May Be Bigger Than One Match — Report

  18-09-2026 04:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jeff Jarrett is set to make his CMLL in-ring debut against Blue Panther at the promotion’s 93rd Anniversary Show, but the AEW veteran may have bigger plans in Mexico. A new report suggests Friday’s match could be the first chapter rather than the whole story.Jarrett is currently being presented for the Arena México event as a one-night attraction. However, Dave Meltzer reported on Wrestling Observer Radio that Jarrett is interested in turning the opportunity
  
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• CM Punk Has a Blunt Take on Why Wrestling Fans Hate Wrestling

  18-09-2026 03:54 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  CM Punk believes wrestling fans have a complicated relationship with the business they love. According to the WWE Superstar, nobody hates wrestling more than wrestling fans, but nobody loves it more either.Punk made the comment during a new Hot Ones: Extra Heat interview. He was discussing his longtime love of the Friday the 13th horror franchise when he was asked if he had any ideas for rebooting the series.CM Punk says wrestling fans are both pro wrestling’s
  
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• Penta Gets Major Backstage Support After Roman Reigns Match — Report

  18-09-2026 03:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Penta may not have walked out of Mexico City with the World Heavyweight Championship, but his WWE stock reportedly received a major boost after his September 14 showdown with Roman Reigns. The result was one thing — what happened behind the scenes could be even more important for the luchador.WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select reports that several people within WWE believe Penta has earned the opportunity to remain near the top of the card. The feeling backstage is rep
  
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