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• Randy Orton & Alexa Bliss Set for MITB Qualifiers on Sept. 18 SmackDown

  19-09-2026 01:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has added two Money in the Bank qualifying matches to the Sept. 18 episode of SmackDown, putting Randy Orton and Alexa Bliss in separate Triple Threat contests. Both matches carry a major opportunity, with the winners earning places in their respective ladder matches.Orton will face United States Champion Trick Williams and AAA Cruiserweight Champion Rey Fenix in the men’s qualifier. The women’s bout will see Bliss take on Jacy Jayne and Jade Cargill.The men&rsq
  
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• WWE Hall of Famer Announces New Podcast Ahead of Movie About His Iconic Character

  23-09-2026 03:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter is adding another chapter to the story of his iconic character with a new monthly podcast. The announcement comes shortly after news broke that a live-action movie based on the character is in development.Slaughter announced “That’s An Order” on Facebook Monday, revealing that the first episode will debut on YouTube on Sept. 23. The monthly show will be produced with the Golden Era Network and features Slaughter answering fan q
  
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• Trick Williams’ Controversial T-Shirt Still Available After WWE Pull

  23-09-2026 03:08 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has pulled Trick Williams’ controversial “Lemon Pepper Steppers” T-shirt from its U.S. online store. However, the merchandise hasn’t completely disappeared. Despite being removed shortly after its release, the shirt remains available through at least one international WWE store.The shirt was released on Sept. 21 and quickly drew criticism online because its design paired Williams’ white shoe with lemon pepper chicken wings. Fans argued that the
  
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• Nyla Rose Has Been Pitching Tony Khan This Wild AEW Angle for Four Years

  23-09-2026 03:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Nyla Rose has never been short on ideas. However, one of her AEW pitches has been sitting on the shelf for four years, despite making many attempts to convince President Tony Khan to bring the wild angle to life.Rose has been with AEW since the promotion’s early days. She eventually won the AEW Women’s World Championship once. One of her most entertaining storylines saw her team up with Vickie Guerrero as the Vicious Vixens.However, Rose’s pres
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Set for AJPW Debut Two Years After NXT Exit

  23-09-2026 02:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Cal Bloom is getting another major chance to rebuild his wrestling career after his WWE exit. Bloom, aka Von Wagner, has been announced as the newest member of HAVOC in AJPW.Bloom was released by WWE in April 2024. After spending the past two years wrestling only occasionally on the independent scene, he is now set to make his All Japan Pro Wrestling debut.Cal Bloom, formerly Von Wagner, will make his AJPW debut in OctoberAJPW revealed the news during its latest show through a
  
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• Former WWE Champion Clarifies his RAW Status After Indie In-Ring Return

  23-09-2026 02:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Rockstar Spud, better known to WWE fans as Drake Maverick, has made it clear that his surprise return to the independent wrestling scene has not changed his status with WWE.The former WWE 24/7 Champion recently returned to in-ring competition after nearly five years away. His appearances for PROGRESS Wrestling led to questions about his current role in WWE. Maverick has now confirmed that he is still with the company behind the scenes.Drake Maverick confirms he still works for
  
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• ‘What Would I Show?’: AEW Star Turns Down Idea of Starting an OnlyFans

  23-09-2026 02:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW star Thekla was recently asked if she would consider starting an OnlyFans account. However, the Toxic Spider didn’t seem interested in pursuing the idea.The former AEW Women’s World Champion appeared on TMZ’s Inside The Ring podcast. There, the hosts brought up the possibility of her joining the subscription-based platform.The question caught Thekla off guard, prompting her to ask what she would actually show if she started an account.“What… w
  
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• AEW Star Says Tony Khan Isn’t To Blame for Her Nearly Two-Year TV Absence

  23-09-2026 01:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Nyla Rose has been absent from AEW television for nearly two years, but the Native Beast does not believe Tony Khan is responsible for her lack of TV time.Rose recently discussed her AEW status during an appearance on Jasmin St. Claire’s podcast. During the conversation, she was told she is a great asset to AEW and should be appearing on television more often.The comment led to a discussion about whether Khan was responsible for Rose’s extended absence from AEW prog
  
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• Ex-WWE Diva Open to Royal Rumble Return After Nearly 20 Years Away

  23-09-2026 01:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Diva Cherry would love the chance to make her return to the company in a Women’s Royal Rumble match.Cherry was part of the WWE roster in the mid-2000s. She is best remembered for her time alongside Deuce ‘n Domino. She served as the valet for the tag team during their run on SmackDown.Deuce ‘n Domino captured the WWE Tag Team Championship in 2007, defeating Paul London and Brian Kendrick for the titles. Cherry remained associated with the duo during
  
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• Jeff Jarrett Called AEW Star ‘Crazy B*tch’ After Wild All In Moment

  23-09-2026 01:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Thekla made a memorable return at AEW All In 2026. As a result, Jeff Jarrett had a fitting reaction to her wild appearance during the Buy-In.The former AEW Women’s World Champion returned to the mix during the pre-show. There, she climbed onto the panel desk and delivered one of her trademark unpredictable moments.Thekla recently reflected on the appearance during an interview with TMZ’s Inside the Ring podcast. She revealed what Jarrett said to her afterward.Thekla
  
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• WWE NXT Results: Review, Grades, Card For Sept 22

  23-09-2026 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our WWE NXT results for tonight include the beginning of the 2026 Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic first round, AAA Reina de Reinas Champion La Catalina teaming up with Thea Hail to take on NXT Women’s Champion Kelani Jordan and NXT North American Champion Zaria, and Zilla Fatu teaming up with Sean Legacy and Dorian Van Dux to face BirthRight. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida.WWE NXT Card:
  2026 Dus
  
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• WWE Reveals Full 2026 Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Bracket

  22-09-2026 23:17 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has revealed the full bracket for the 2026 Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, with several teams set to compete for the prestigious tournament trophy.The tournament will feature a mix of established NXT teams and newer pairings, while the NXT Tag Team Champions and AAA Tag Team Champions have both received first-round byes.The Vanity Project, consisting of Ricky Smokes and Brad Baylor, will receive a bye in the opening round. The duo currently holds the NXT Tag Team Championshi
  
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• Booker T Says LA Knight Could Join WWE Greats Who Never Won the World Title

  22-09-2026 22:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  LA Knight will have another chance to win his first WWE World Championship. However, Booker T believes even great talents are not guaranteed a reign at the top.Knight will challenge Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Money in the Bank on October 10 in New Orleans.During a recent episode of the Hall of Fame podcast, Booker compared Knight to WWE Hall of Famer Curt Hennig. This was a star who never won a world championship during his WWE career.“What
  
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• ESPN Officially Joins Lawsuit Against WWE Over Premium Live Event Streaming

  22-09-2026 21:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
  ESPN has officially joined the lawsuit against WWE concerning the streaming of its Premium Live Events.A ruling issued on September 18 approved ESPN’s motion to intervene in the lawsuit. The case was filed by Michael Diesa and Rebecca Toback, who allege that WWE and ESPN misled consumers about the cost and availability of WWE Premium Live Events after the programming moved from Peacock to ESPN.The plaintiffs originally sued WWE, but their amended complaint also alleges that ESPN violated
  
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• TKO President Mark Shapiro Says More WWE Sponsorship Deals Are on the Way

  22-09-2026 21:18 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TKO President Mark Shapiro says more WWE sponsorship deals are on the way as the company expects partnership revenue to accelerate during the second half of the year.Shapiro appeared alongside TKO CEO Ari Emanuel on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street, where he discussed WWE’s partnership business and the company’s expectations for the remainder of the year.WWE’s partnership revenue grew by more than 90% across 2024 and 2025 after TKO brought the sports entertai
  
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• WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam Provides Update on His In-Ring Future

  22-09-2026 19:41 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam comments on what’s next for him in his in-ring career.Rob Van Dam last competed at JCW’s Strangle-Mania event on April 17, 2026. He’s currently signed to WWE under a legend’s deal, and he doesn’t see any big opportunities coming his way in the coming days.While answering fan questions in a recent live session on his YouTube channel, Rob Van Dam commented on what’s left on his wrestling bucket list. Though he does
  
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• WWE Abandons Trademark for Popular Term Linked to New Main Roster Star

  22-09-2026 19:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has abandoned the trademark application related to new RAW Superstar Lola Vice.Ahead of former NXT Women’s Champion Lola Vice’s main roster debut, WWE filed an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to trademark the term “Vice City.” The term also refers to the fictional Grand Theft Auto location based on Miami, Florida, which is the 28-year-old star’s hometown.WWE Abandons ‘Vice City’ Trademark Appli
  
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• Longtime WWE Star Quietly Moved to Alumni Section as Company Status Remains Unclear

  22-09-2026 18:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Titus O’Neil‘s WWE status is in question after the promotion moved his profile to the alumni section on its official website.Titus O’Neil last competed in WWE on the September 9, 2020, episode of RAW, where he unsuccessfully challenged Bobby Lashley for the United States Championship. Since then, he has been working as a Global Ambassador for the promotion. The company presented him with the Warrior Award as part of the 2020 Hall of Fame class and featured him
  
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• Unnamed Wrestling Promotion Had Talks With Paramount+ Before UFC Agreement — Report

  22-09-2026 18:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A wrestling promotion reportedly negotiated with Paramount+ before the UFC deal.The path to Paramount’s merger with Warner Bros. Discovery became clear on Monday after the company settled with California and 11 other states that filed an antitrust lawsuit to block the $110 billion deal.F4WOnline‘s Dave Meltzer and Bryan Alvarez addressed the situation on the post-WWE RAW edition of Wrestling Observer Radio. Meltzer noted that Paramount+ was negotiatin
  
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• UFC Champion Mackenzie Dern Open to WWE Career After MMA Retirement

  22-09-2026 18:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
  UFC Women’s Strawweight Champion Mackenzie Dern says she’s open to joining WWE after retiring from MMA.Mackenzie Dern (17-5 MMA record, including 4-1 in UFC) is one of UFC’s biggest stars. She is also a jiu-jitsu specialist. Amid her successful run in the promotion, she’s considering a move to professional wrestling after retiring from mixed martial arts.Mackenzie Dern On Potentially Transitioning Into Professional WrestlingIn a recent interview with US Magazine, Mackenz
  
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• Janel Grant Says She Feels ‘Forgiveness’ Toward Vince McMahon After WWE Legal Battle

  22-09-2026 17:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE employee Janel Grant says she feels “forgiveness” towards Vince McMahon after years of legal battle.Janel Grant filed a lawsuit against Vince McMahon in 2024. She was accusing him of physical and emotional abuse, sexual assault, and sex trafficking. Former WWE executive John Laurinaitis was also named in the case. However, Grant dropped him as a defendant after he reached a confidential settlement. Moreover, he agreed to cooperate and provide evidence for
  
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• Hollywood’s Neil Patrick Harris Says Liking WWE Was an Early Sign He Was Gay

  22-09-2026 17:04 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Neil Patrick Harris says secretly liking WWE when he was young was an early sign that he was going to be gay.Actor Neil Patrick Harris is well known for playing the titular role in Doogie Howser, M.D., and Barney Stinson in How I Met Your Mother. He publicly came out as gay in 2006, and married actor and chef David Burtka in 2014. While he previously attributed his relationship with actress Christine Taylor (from 1997 to 1998) to making him realize his true sexuality, it appear
  
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• WWE Pulls Trick Williams T-Shirt After Fan Backlash

  22-09-2026 16:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE removed a controversial Trick Williams T-shirt after severe fan backlash.On Monday, WWE released a T-shirt based on Trick Williams’ “Lemon Pepper Steppers” catchphrase. It featured the United States Champion’s signature white boot, which was surrounded by several fried chicken wings.The concept appeared to reference lemon pepper wings. However, fans took to X/Twitter to accuse the design of being racist. A fan wrote, “That Trick Williams shirt
  
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• WWE’s New Trick Williams T-Shirt Sparks Major Fan Outrage

  22-09-2026 12:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE’s new Trick Williams merchandise has sparked criticism. Fans have questioned the design of his latest shirt. The new merchandise is based around Williams’ catchphrase, “Lemon Pepper Steppers.”The new t-shirt features Williams’ signature white wrestling boot. The boot is surrounded by several fried chicken wings. The phrase is also prominently displayed on the back. The boot and wings graphic appears across the front.While the concept seemingly
  
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• WWE’s New Trick Williams Fried Chicken T-Shirt Sparks Major Fan Outrage

  22-09-2026 12:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE’s new Trick Williams merchandise has sparked criticism. Fans have questioned the design of his latest shirt. The new merchandise is based around Williams’ catchphrase, “Lemon Pepper Steppers.”The new t-shirt features Williams’ signature white wrestling boot. The boot is surrounded by several fried chicken wings. The phrase is also prominently displayed on the back. The boot and wings graphic appears across the front.While the concept seemingly
  
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• Surprising WWE Salary Revelations Emerge After Latest Roster Exits — Report

  22-09-2026 12:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE’s recent roster cuts have revealed surprising salary details, as some released wrestlers were reportedly earning significant money and some less. During a recent Fightful Select Q&A, Sean Ross Sapp discussed salaries.Reported salaries for recently released WWE stars come to lightSean Ross Sapp revealed that some released talents earned millions annually. However, some wrestlers were reportedly earning below expectations. Sapp said at least two released talents wer
  
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• WWE Talent Raises Backstage Concern Over Crown Jewel In Saudi Arabia — Report

  22-09-2026 12:22 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE Crown Jewel is only weeks away from taking place some WWE talent are reportedly expressing concerns. WWE Crown Jewel is scheduled to return to Riyadh on November 7 taking place at the King Abdullah Financial District.With WWE WrestleMania 43 has also already been announced for Saudi Arabia. However, recent security developments have raised concerns backstage. Reports last week revealed Crown Jewel remains scheduled.A new U.S. travel advisory has reportedly sparked discussions within WWE. Th
  
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• TNA’s Absence From WWE NXT’s Dusty Rhodes Classic Finally Explained — Report

  22-09-2026 12:20 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE and TNA have signed a multi-year partnership. However, TNA stars were notably absent from the Dusty Rhodes Classic. This has raised questions about the two companies’ current relationship.Last week on WWE NXT, General Manager Robert Stone announced the tournament. He confirmed talents from RAW, SmackDown, NXT, AAAand EVOLVE would compete. However, TNA talent was not included this year.The ninth edition of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic begins this week. New reports have revealed th
  
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• Solo Sikoa’s Night Takes a Bizarre Turn After 946 Abduction as RAW Went off Air

  22-09-2026 12:19 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE United States Champion Solo Sikoa had a shocking night on RAW. He was scheduled for a Money in the Bank qualifier. He was set to face Dominik Mysterio and Dragon Lee.
  However, Sikoa never made it to the ring. 946 attacked him in the parking lot before his entrance. Then abducted Sikoa. The faction loaded him into their vehicle before driving away. While, The Usos and Jacob Fatu tried chasing after them.LA Knight also arrived during the chaos. Fatu claimed he had trie
  
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• WWE Star Returns to RAW In-Ring Action for First Time in Six Years

  22-09-2026 05:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  La Catalina is back in WWE RAW action, and the AAA Reina de Reinas Champion returned with a big opportunity on the line.The luchadora competed in the opening match of the September 21 episode of WWE RAW. Catalina entered a Triple Threat Money in the Bank qualifying match against Iyo Sky and Roxanne Perez. It was her first in-ring appearance on the red brand since her previous WWE run.La Catalina returns to WWE RAW for the first time since 2019Catalina first signed with WWE in 2
  
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