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• Orton Pulled From Thursday’s Live SmackDown Broadcast?, More

  28-01-2015 22:24
  
  Randy Orton is not advertised for this week’s live episode of Smackdown. He was originally set to appear at both RAW and Smackdown but was pulled. As previously reported, he was also backstage for the Royal Rumble but wasn’t used. Orton will still appear at the Washington Auto Show in the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. today from 6-8 PM. There’s no word on when he’ll return to WWE TV, but he’s currently advertised for next week’s RAW from the Pepsi Cen
  
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• WWE’s Seth Rollins Considered Polygamy Before Dating Becky Lynch

  25-07-2026 05:11
  
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  Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch are one of WWE’s favorite real-life couples today, but before they got together, Rollins wasn’t even sure monogamy was for him. During a fun chat on The Rich Eisen Show, where Rollins filled in as guest host, the couple looked back on the funny conversations they had before they started dating, including Rollins’ brief thoughts about polygamy.What began as a joke soon turned into an honest conversation about a confusing time in Rol
  
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• More TNA and AMC Crossovers Expected Following Walking Dead-Inspired Moment — Report

  25-07-2026 04:50
  
  TNA Wrestling’s recent tribute to The Walking Dead may have been more than a memorable television moment.
  According to a new report, the company’s partnership with AMC could soon expand. Additional crossover content is reportedly expected following Matt Hardy’s Negan-inspired appearance on TNA iMPACT.The tease comes after one of the most talked-about segments from the July 23 episode, leaving the door open for more collaborations between the wrestling promotion and its broadca
  
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• WWE’s Michael Cole Narrowly Avoided a 2,000-Foot Fall During Rock-Climbing Accident

  25-07-2026 04:47
  
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  Michael Cole has called many scary moments in WWE over the years, but one of the scariest moments of his life happened outside the ring. The longtime commentator recently revealed a rock-climbing accident where he almost lost his life after narrowly escaping a 2,000-foot drop.Speaking on Stephanie McMahon’s What’s Your Story? podcast, Cole looked back on the frightening experience while climbing Grand Teton.Cole explained that reaching the top of the 13,
  
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• WWE Personality Says Stephanie McMahon’s Slap Left His Ears Ringing For Days

  25-07-2026 04:38
  
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  Michael Cole has recalled one of the most painful moments of his WWE career, revealing that an on-screen slap from Stephanie McMahon had very real consequences.
  During a candid conversation, the veteran commentator reflected on the incident while discussing the long journey it took to become the voice fans know today.The story emerged during an episode of What’s Your Story? With Steph McMahon, where Cole and Stephanie looked back on memorable moments from their years wor
  
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• WWE Star Loses Second Straight SummerSlam Qualifier Via Disqualification on SmackDown

  25-07-2026 04:17
  
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  Nia Jax’s road to SummerSlam took another frustrating turn on the July 24 episode of WWE SmackDown.
  After receiving a second chance to qualify for the Interim WWE Women’s Championship Ladder Match, Jax once again saw her opportunity disappear because of outside interference rather than a decisive result inside the ring.The latest setback continued an unfortunate trend, leaving Jax without a place in one of SummerSlam’s biggest championship matches.Charlotte Fl
  
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• CM Punk Reveals on SmackDown Who Blazed The Trail for His WWE Return While on AEW

  25-07-2026 04:16
  
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  CM Punk and Cody Rhodes had one of the most memorable promo battles of the year on the July 24 episode of SmackDown, just eight days before they meet for the Undisputed WWE Championship at SummerSlam. The segment had personal jabs, mind games, and a lot of tension. But it also included a surprising admission from Punk about his WWE return.The WWE Champion revealed that Cody Rhodes’ return to WWE in 2022 made him believe that his own return could actually happen. For some
  
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• SmackDown Star Says Locker Room is Sick of Cody Rhodes and CM Punk Being the Faces of WWE

  25-07-2026 03:51
  
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  Tensions are beginning to boil over on WWE SmackDown ahead of SummerSlam, and Damian Priest has made it clear he isn’t staying quiet any longer.
  During the July 24 episode, the former world champion confronted Cody Rhodes backstage. He delivered a message that suggested frustration extends well beyond himself.While the exchange remained verbal, Priest’s comments hinted that a changing of the guard may be on the horizon once SummerSlam is in the books.Damian Priest w
  
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• Sami Zayn Set for WWE Championship Number One Contender’s Match at SummerSlam

  25-07-2026 03:42
  
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  Sami Zayn now knows what he has to do to attain another shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship. On the July 24 episode of SmackDown, the former champion confronted Adam Pearce. Zayn proclaimed WWE has treated him unfairly since losing the title. While he didn’t receive the instant rematch he wanted, he did earn a Number One Contender’s Match at SummerSlam.Instead of his inclusion in the already announced CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes title match, a Fatal Four-Way Match o
  
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• WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair Switches NBA Allegiance Following LeBron James’ 76ers Move

  25-07-2026 03:32
  
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  Ric Flair has made an unexpected change away from the wrestling world, officially trading one NBA fanbase for another after LeBron James’ stunning free-agency decision.
  The WWE Hall of Famer wasted little time revealing where his basketball loyalty now lies, adding another chapter to his long-standing friendship with “The King.”Flair’s announcement came shortly after James confirmed his blockbuster move to the Philadelphia 76ers, a decision that has alre
  
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• Nikki Bella Returns From Injury With Major WWE SummerSlam Announcement on SmackDown

  25-07-2026 03:18
  
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  Nikki Bella is back. After nearly four months away with a serious ankle injury, the WWE Hall of Famer returned on the July 24 episode of WWE SmackDown. She didn’t just come back to help her sister; she also announced that she will wrestle at WWE SummerSlam next weekend in Minneapolis, Minnesota.It was Nikki’s first WWE TV appearance since March, and her return set up a big six-woman tag team match featuring The Bella Twins, Paige, and the Women’s Tag Team Cham
  
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• WWE’s Royce Keys Honored With His Own Day in California Hometown

  25-07-2026 03:13
  
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  Royce Keys has received one of the biggest honors of his career outside the squared circle.Before stepping into one of the highest-profile matches of his WWE run, the rising star returned home to East Palo Alto, California, where city officials recognized his achievements with a special tribute.The celebration came on July 23, just days before Keys prepares to compete at his first-ever SummerSlam.East Palo Alto declares July 23 as Royce Keys DayKeys, whose real name is
  
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• AEW Star Says Vince McMahon Hated Australian Accent

  25-07-2026 03:01
  
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  Kyle Fletcher has quickly become one of AEW’s top young stars. The current International Champion is getting ready to defend his title against Bandido at AEW Redemption. Still, he reminisced about how his career might not have panned out the way he did because of a concern shared by an influential figure. Fletcher recently shared how a comment about his Australian accent from former WWE Chairman Vince McMahon almost made him doubt his wrestling dream.Speaking with TV Insi
  
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• Nick Aldis Relinquishes WWE SmackDown GM Duties Ahead of SummerSlam

  25-07-2026 02:54
  
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  Nick Aldis is officially putting his authority on hold in pursuit of settling unfinished business with Gunther. During the opening segment of the July 24 episode of WWE SmackDown, Aldis relinquished his role as the show’s General Manager to make his SummerSlam showdown with The Ring General official.The decision clears the way for Aldis’ first WWE match in nearly three years. Nevertheless, it also comes with a significant change behind the scenes on the blue brand.N
  
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• AEW Star Reacts to Fans Sharing Slow-Motion GIFs of His Butt

  25-07-2026 02:45
  
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  Kyle Fletcher has addressed one of the more unusual trends surrounding his online popularity. He finally commented on how he and fellow AEW star Skye Blue respond when fans circulate slow-motion GIFs of him on social media.Rather than letting the posts get under his skin, Fletcher says the pair has developed their own way of handling the attention.The comments come as the AEW International Champion prepares to defend his title against Bandido at AEW Redemption.Kyle Fletcher say
  
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• WWE’s Royce Keys Won’t Discuss Personal Reasons Behind AEW Departure

  25-07-2026 02:33
  
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  Royce Keys, formerly known as Powerhouse Hobbs, has shared more about the reasons behind his AEW departure, but he says some of the reasons will stay private. While personal factors played a part, he said the biggest reason was finally getting the chance to live his childhood dream of becoming a WWE star.Keys left the company earlier this year before making a surprise appearance in the 2026 Royal Rumble. Since joining WWE, he has settled in quickly and is now getting r
  
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• AJ Styles Reveals He Helped Produce WWE NXT Championship Main Event

  25-07-2026 02:16
  
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  AJ Styles has revealed that he quietly helped produce one of WWE NXT’s biggest matches of the summer- the NXT Championship Street Fight between Tony D’Angelo and Naraku.Even though Styles isn’t wrestling full-time anymore, he still works behind the scenes in WWE. He mainly focuses on scouting talent and helping with WWE’s ID program. In the past, he has said he doesn’t want to become a full-time producer or join WWE’s creative team.However, S
  
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• Former TNA Referee Set For WWE NXT Debut

  25-07-2026 01:48
  
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  This weekend’s WWE NXT Live event will be a big one for one official, who is set to debut with the company.
  In a recent post on social media, NXT’s head referee Darryl Sharma shared the news that this weekend’s live events at NXT will mark the debut of a new referee, Katie Reynolds.
  Sharma shared a photo of himself with Reynolds, and welcomed her to the team. Prior to her time in WWE, Reynolds spent time officiating for Ohio Valley Wrestling and TNA Wrestling.
  
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• Nick Hogan Pays Tribute To Hulk Hogan On The First Anniversary of His Death

  25-07-2026 01:40
  
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  On the one-year anniversary of his father‘s death, Nick Hogan paid tribute to the legend.
  In a recent post on social media, Hogan shared a series of photos of himself and his father. In the caption, Hogan reflected on the loss, which he called has been part of “a very difficult year.”
  “It’s been one year since I lost my best friend, my mentor and most importantly, my father. It’s been a very difficult year filled with lots of emotions, challe
  
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• WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For Jul 24

  25-07-2026 01:00
  
  Our WWE SmackDown results for tonight include Interim WWE Women’s Championship Qualifying matches featuring Charlotte Flair clashing with Nia Jax and Chelsea Green battling Kiana James, Gunther addressing SmackDown GM Nick Aldis, and Cody Rhodes and CM Punk on their Saturday Night’s Main Event confrontation. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the Oakland Arena in Oakland, California.WWE SmackDown Card:
  Interim WWE Women’s Cham
  
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• Seth Rollins to Roman Reigns: We’ve Acknowledged You Plenty, It’s Time to Move On

  24-07-2026 23:01
  
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  Seth Rollins believes it’s time for everyone to stop acknowledging Roman Reigns.Appearing on The Rich Eisen Show to promote his upcoming World Heavyweight Championship match against Reigns at WWE SummerSlam, Rollins took a playful shot at his longtime rival’s “Tribal Chief” persona, saying Reigns has received more than enough recognition over the years.“How much acknowledgement does this guy need?” Rollins asked. “How much do we need to
  
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• AEW’s Thunder Rosa Believed To Be Done With Busted Open After WWE Radio Rebrand — Report

  24-07-2026 22:13
  
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  Thunder Rosa‘s run as a co-host on Busted Open Radio could reportedly be coming to an end following SiriusXM’s upcoming rebrand of its wrestling channel.Dave Meltzer via Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports that those close to the situation believe the AEW star will no longer be part of Busted Open. Rosa has been one of the show’s rotating co-hosts in recent years, although her appearances have become less frequent in recent months. She most recently called i
  
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• Janel Grant, Vince McMahon and WWE File For Voluntary Dismissal of Sex Trafficking Lawsuit

  24-07-2026 22:12
  
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  Janel Grant’s lawsuit against Vince McMahon and WWE has taken another significant step toward being resolved outside of court.According to POST Wrestling, the parties filed a joint notice on Friday seeking to voluntarily dismiss the lawsuit with prejudice as the case moves toward private arbitration.The filing states that, under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 41(a)(1)(A)(ii), all parties have agreed to dismiss the action with prejudice. However, the dismissal is without
  
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• Santos Escobar Reveals New Name For Post-WWE Career

  24-07-2026 21:22
  
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  Santos Escobar has officially disclosed his new ring name as he begins the next chapter of his wrestling career.Taking to X, the former WWE Superstar announced that he will now compete as Romeo Malverde following his departure from WWE.Escobar previously stated that he believes his story in professional wrestling is far from over, while also publicly calling out WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H and WWE President Nick Khan.Escobar initially signed with WWE in 2020 under the ma
  
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• WWE Is Actively Looking At Sending More Wrestlers To NWA, Claims Kerry Morton

  24-07-2026 20:50
  
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  Kerry Morton says NWA‘s relationship with WWE is thriving.Speaking on Hitting the Turnbuckle, the former NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion teased the arrival of more WWE competitors in Billy Corgan’s promotion.“It’s nice to have a good relationship with the WWE [and] the National Wrestling Alliance. You know, Billy’s mentioned it before and it’s true,” Morton said. “I had small-talk conversations with them. It’s great to
  
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• Rebel Says The Greatest Thing ALS Gave Her Is Seeing How Much People Love Her

  24-07-2026 20:16
  
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  Rebel reflects on overwhelming support from family and friends during ALS battle.Tanea Brooks, better known to wrestling fans as Rebel from All Elite Wrestling, has opened up about the incredible support she has received from her family, friends, and the wrestling community while battling ALS.Brooks revealed her terminal diagnosis in May after enduring a two-year medical mystery. While she does not expect a cure for herself, she remains determined to raise awareness and help fu
  
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• Jim Ross Says the Steroid Debate in Wrestling Is Overblown

  24-07-2026 20:16
  
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  AEW‘s Jim Ross shares his thoughts on steroid use in professional wrestling.Speaking on his Grilling JR podcast, WWE Hall of Famer and current AEW commentator Jim Ross shared his current opinion about steroid use in professional wrestling. He believes too much emphasis is placed on the issue, and noted it can be beneficial if used under a doctor’s supervision, though he admitted he might be wrong.“I’ve never understood the big issue on steroids. I haven&
  
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• The Undertaker Pranked WWE Star Over Motorcycle Photo Taken By CM Punk

  24-07-2026 20:00
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer The Undertaker recently pranked Dragon Lee over a viral backstage photo. The memorable picture showed Lee sitting on Undertaker’s famous motorcycle after WWE RAW. CM Punk was the one who took the photo.The moment happened after, The Undertaker interrupted AJ Styles’ farewell speech to announce him for the WWE Hall of Fame. After the segment, several WWE Superstars gathered around The Undertaker’s iconic motorcycle.WWE star Dragon Lee recalls
  
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• Michael Cole Reflects on Family Medical Crisis During Early WWE Years

  24-07-2026 19:13
  
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  WWE‘s Michael Cole reflects on his wife’s medical condition during his early days in the company, which almost made him quit.Legendary WWE commentator Michael Cole was the latest guest on the What’s Your Story? With Steph McMahon podcast. During the conversation, he reflected on his wife Yolanda’s kidney failure in 2001 and their desperate search for a donor. He had only started with the company four years before and considered leaving to be
  
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• WWE’s Liv Morgan Gets Killer Chucky Action Figure 2-Pack from Mattel

  24-07-2026 19:11
  
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  Liv Morgan’s memorable demise at the hands of Chucky in Don Mancini’s Chucky television series has now been immortalized as an action figure.Mattel unveiled a Liv Morgan x Chucky two-pack at San Diego Comic-Con, recreating the WWE Superstar’s viral appearance from the horror series. The collectible Liv Morgan figure features a unique water-activated blood effect on her head and torso, paying tribute to her gruesome on-screen fate.Morgan guest-starred in Chuck
  
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