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• The Tuckman Reflects on Surreal WWE Tryout Experience

  09-06-2026 22:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The Tuckman looks back on his WWE tryout experience.In February 2026, talents from across the world gathered at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida for a tryout. Among those farthest traveled was The Tuckman, the Soul of PWA Champion and native of Australia.Much like his tag team partner Scott Green, Tuckman found the tryout experience to be “surreal,” especially given that he once watched WWE as a young fan.
  “First getting there and just wa
  
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• John Laurinaitis Reveals WWE’s Reaction to CM Punk’s 2011 Pipe Bomb

  12-06-2026 04:54 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  More than a decade after CM Punk delivered one of the most talked-about promos in wrestling history, former WWE executive John Laurinaitis has shed new light on how the company reacted behind the scenes.
  While the infamous Pipe Bomb felt like complete chaos unfolding live on television, Laurinaitis says there was plenty of discussion afterward about what had just aired.Punk’s unforgettable promo on the June 27, 2011 episode of Raw changed the wrestling landscape and turne
  
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• Surprise Return Costs TNA Star World Title Match

  12-06-2026 04:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A surprise return shook up the June 11 episode of TNA Wrestling iMPACT, as Ricky Sosa re-emerged during the TNA World Championship match between Mike Santana and Eric Young.
  The unexpected appearance changed the course of the bout, but not before tensions reached a boiling point inside the ring.The championship clash opened the in-ring action on Thursday Night iMPACT, with Santana putting the TNA World Championship on the line against the veteran Young.
  What began as
  
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• Former WWE Executive Says CM Punk’s Claim About Him Firing Talent Was Not a Shoot

  12-06-2026 04:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  One of the most famous moments from CM Punk’s “Summer of Punk” storyline has finally been cleared up. For years, fans believed Punk’s comments aimed at John Laurinaitis during a 2011 episode of RAW were unscripted and based on real backstage frustrations.The segment happened during an in-ring confrontation involving CM Punk, John Cena, Triple H, and Laurinaitis. After Triple H called Punk “gutless,” Punk turned his attention to Laurinaitis.&l
  
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• Former WWE Diva Search Contestant Joins RHOC Season 20 Cast

  12-06-2026 04:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A familiar face to longtime wrestling fans is returning to reality TV. Former WWE Diva Search contestant Carmella DeCesare, now known as Carmella Garcia, has officially joined the cast of The Real Housewives of Orange County for its 20th season.Bravo announced that Garcia will appear in the new season, which premieres on July 9. While some viewers may know her from her modeling career or her marriage to former NFL quarterback Jeff Garcia, wrestling fans will remember her f
  
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• Released WWE Star Says Everybody At His Tryout Was Told They’d Be Signed

  12-06-2026 03:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE star Andre Chase (AKA Andre Chance) has shared more details about the unusual tryout that eventually led to his WWE career. According to Chase, everyone involved was originally told they would be getting a contract.WWE tryouts are known for pushing athletes to their limits by testing their athletic ability, ring awareness, and attitude. Having to do all of that while following COVID protocols made things even harder.Despite being told that all participants would be s
  
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• WWE Hall of Famer Calls For Vince McMahon’s Return

  12-06-2026 03:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long has shared his thoughts on the company’s future, and his comments are already generating discussion among wrestling fans.
  During a recent interview, the longtime authority figure argued that one specific figure should return to help steer WWE moving forward.Long’s remarks came while reflecting on his own legacy in wrestling and discussing the current state of the industry.
  While he expressed gratitude for his career, he also made it clea
  
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• WWE Hall of Famer Close to Cody Rhodes Expected for TV Return — Report

  12-06-2026 03:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A familiar face with deep ties to both WWE and Cody Rhodes could be heading back to television in the near future.
  According to a new report, WWE has recently discussed bringing a Hall of Famer back on-screen. This would potentially end an absence that has lasted more than a year.While no official plans have been announced, the reported discussions have already sparked interest given the individual’s long-standing relationship with one of WWE’s top stars.Diamond Dal
  
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• Teddy Long Reveals Former WWE Executive Wanted Him Gone

  12-06-2026 02:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long has once again spoken about his difficult relationship with former WWE executive John Laurinaitis, saying he still believes Laurinaitis wanted him out of the company.Although WWE fans remember their on-screen rivalry that led to a match at WrestleMania 28, Long has always said that the issues between them behind the scenes were very real. Over the years, he has shared several stories about incidents he believes were attempts to hurt his career.Teddy
  
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• WWE’s Sheamus Shares Update After Gruesome Gym Injury

  12-06-2026 02:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE veteran Sheamus has provided an update after suffering a painful-looking injury during a recent workout session.
  The former world champion shocked fans when he shared graphic images on social media showing a deep cut on the top of his head. The picture raised immediate questions about his recovery status.The timing of the incident is particularly noteworthy, as Sheamus has been working toward an in-ring return following shoulder surgery that has kept him sidelined from WWE
  
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• Major Charlotte Flair Match Pitched For WWE SummerSlam 2026 — Report

  12-06-2026 02:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A potentially blockbuster addition to WWE SummerSlam 2026 has reportedly been discussed behind the scenes. While Charlotte Flair recently made it clear that she has her sights set on the WWE Women’s Championship, a new report suggests WWE may have another major direction in mind for “The Queen.”According to WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select, WWE has internally pitched a singles match between Charlotte Flair and Jade Cargill for SummerSlam.The report adds t
  
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• Former WWE Star Says Locker Room Thought He Was Legitimately Crazy

  12-06-2026 02:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE star Jon Heidenreich has admitted that the intense and unsettling personality fans saw on TV wasn’t entirely an act. In fact, many people in the locker room genuinely wondered if he was “really nuts.”After a short developmental run in 2001, Heidenreich debuted on RAW in 2003 with the short-lived “Little Johnny” storyline. His most memorable run came on SmackDown alongside Paul Heyman, where he became the “Psychotic Poet.” He
  
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• Documentary on British Wrestling Legend Shirley Crabtree in the Works

  12-06-2026 01:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A new documentary about one of Britain’s most iconic wrestling stars, Shirley Crabtree, aka Big Daddy, is officially in the works.Born Shirley Crabtree Jr. on November 14, 1930, in Halifax, West Yorkshire, Big Daddy worked as a coal miner. He served in the Coldstream Guards of the British Army, and even played professional rugby league before stepping into pro wrestling.Wearing glittering Union Jack capes and entering to chants of “Easy! Easy!” from fans, Big
  
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• TNA iMPACT Results: Review, Grades, Card for June 11

  12-06-2026 00:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our TNA iMPACT results for tonight feature Mike Santana putting his TNA World Championship on the line against Eric Young, Mustafa Ali defending his TNA International Championship against KC Navarro, Leon Slater and Fabian Aichner taking on The System’s Eddie Edwards and Cedric Alexander, Mr. Elegance facing Elijah, The Elegance Brand battling The Undead Realm, and more!TNA iMPACT Card
  Mike Santana (c) vs. Eric Young – TNA World ChampionshipMustafa Ali (c) vs. KC Navarro – TNA
  
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• Mick Foley Reveals Why Fans Still Connect With WWE Attitude Era Matches

  12-06-2026 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley recently explained why many fans still connect with matches from the infamous “Attitude Era.”Mick Foley played a major role during WWE’s Attitude Era through his portrayal of three different characters: Mankind, Cactus Jack, and Dude Love. Some of his most notable matches took place in this era, including the Mankind vs. The Undertaker Hell in a Cell match, which is still celebrated today.
  Speaking on The Ariel Helwa
  
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• John Cena Reveals How Skin Cancer Diagnosis Changed His Life

  11-06-2026 23:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena explains what prompted his mindset shift regarding skin care.Speaking to Us Weekly, the former Undisputed WWE Champion admitted that struggling with hair loss had a profound impact on him. He credited his wife, Shay Shariatzadeh, with supporting him through that period and helping him open up about something he had previously found difficult to discuss.“I really struggled with losing my hair, and to be able to openly talk with my bride about it [did that]. She k
  
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• Update on Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre’s WWE Status

  11-06-2026 22:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  It appears fans could see Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre back on WWE television sooner rather than later.According to WrestleVotes Radio, via Fightful Select, an internal document that circulated earlier this month included the names of both Orton and McIntyre in connection with WWE SummerSlam in August. Both men have been sidelined since WrestleMania. However, sources indicate they are on track to return in time for the two-night premium live event in Minneapolis.“No addi
  
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• Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Reacts to Missing Oscar Nomination For ‘The Smashing Machine’

  11-06-2026 22:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson shares his thoughts on missing an Oscar nomination for The Smashing Machine.During his recent conversation with Esquire‘s Ryan D’Agostino, actor and WWE legend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson shared that it would’ve been incredible to get an Oscar nomination for The Smashing Machine. However, since that didn’t happen, he said it didn’t make him think it didn’t matter, but the snub
  
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• Update on CM Punk’s WWE Absence and Pending Return

  11-06-2026 22:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A new update has emerged regarding CM Punk‘s WWE absence.The Straight Edge Superstar hasn’t appeared on WWE television since the RAW after WrestleMania. He teased a potential feud with Cody Rhodes that night, but hasn’t been seen since then. Punk’s last match took place on WrestleMania Sunday, where he lost the World Heavyweight Championship to Roman Reigns.CM Punk was initially advertised for WWE’s tour of Europe. Later, he was quietly pulled
  
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• Nick Khan Accused of Alerting Wall Street Journal to Vince McMahon Allegations in Deposition Transcript

  11-06-2026 21:32 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Janel Grant’s lawsuit against Vince McMahon and WWE continues to move forward. Now she has shared more information that includes an allegation against Nick Khan.
  Grant shared a new post on her Instagram account that includes a deposition transcript from the ongoing lawsuit. It includes a screenshot of a transcript where former WWE Board of Directors member Michelle McKenna said that she believed WWE President Nick Khan was the one who tipped off the Wall Street Journal a
  
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• Janel Grant, Vince McMahon and WWE Jointly Ask Court to Move Lawsuit to Arbitration

  11-06-2026 21:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
  A major update has emerged in the lawsuit involving Janel Grant, Vince McMahon, and WWE.The high-profile sex trafficking lawsuit could soon move out of the public eye, as the parties involved have reportedly filed a joint motion to continue the litigation through private arbitration.According to POST Wrestling, the motion was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut. Judge Sarah F. Russell has yet to rule on the request jointly submitted by Grant, McMahon, and WWE.The on
  
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• Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Says He’s Open to Exploring AI Opportunities

  11-06-2026 20:18 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Actor and WWE legend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson says he’s open to embracing the change brought by artificial intelligence.Speaking to Esquire‘s Ryan D’Agostino, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson opened up about the possibilities and strengths of artificial intelligence. He noted that he’s always been an advocate for embracing change and said he’s open to exploring AI opportunities.“I’ve always been an advocate for embraci
  
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• John Cena Says Trying to Get Him to Wrestle Again Would Be ‘Financial Suicide’

  11-06-2026 20:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  If anyone’s in the business of torching currency, they can get John Cena back in a ring.17-time WWE Champion John Cena ended his legendary wrestling career after his loss to Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event in December 2025. While fans continue to chant “one more match” every time he shows up in WWE, he told US Weekly that someone trying to get him to wrestle again would be “financial suicide.”“I hate speaking in absolutes &hellip
  
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• Zaria Captures NXT NA Title, Maya World Advances In Women’s Owen Hart Tourney, Emily Jaye Interview —  Women’s Wrestling Wrap-Up

  11-06-2026 20:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Zaria captures the NXT Women’s North American Championship. Maya World advances in the Women’s Owen Hart Foundation tournament. Emily Jaye chats with WrestleZone, and more.Zaria Dethrones Tatum Paxley As NXT Women’s NA ChampionIn betraying Sol Ruca, Zaria made it clear that she would scorch everything and everyone that stood in her way of taking the singles spotlight. This week, that included NXT Women’s North American Champion Tatum Paxley.Following Pax
  
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• Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson Opens Up About Testicular Cancer Scare

  11-06-2026 17:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is doing fine, but there was a brief period where he worried that he had testicular cancer.
  Esquire‘s Ryan D’Agostino spoke with Johnson in a wide-ranging interview, including how he recently had a cancer scare. According to Johnson, he recently felt a lump on one of his testicles while he was showering. It hurt when he touched it, and despite his hopes that it would get better, it got more painfu
  
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• Former WWE Star Feared His Career Was Over After Randy Orton Injury Scare

  11-06-2026 17:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE star Heidenreich says he feared his career was over after he thought he had seriously injured Randy Orton.Former WWE Tag Team Champion Hiedenrech gained some attention after a picture of him working at Walmart went viral earlier this year. It led to him appearing on the latest episode of the INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet podcast.During the conversation, he opened up about facing the likes of Randy Orton very early in his career in OVW. He then recalled a practice sess
  
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• WWE Star Bronson Reed Addresses Reaction to His Dramatic Weight Loss

  11-06-2026 17:10 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE star Bronson Reed is focusing on his physical health both in recovery from injury and in the gym.Recent gym photos have shown The Vision member particularly bulking up his arms while slimming down elsewhere. According to Reed, that still won’t change his status as being “Big” Bronson Reed.“Dont worry sickos, 1 ill always be BIG,” he wrote on X, reassuring fans of his condition. “2 the aura can never be lost. – Wave God [wave emoji,
  
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• Former WWE Star Has No Regrets About ‘Disturbing’ SmackDown Segment

  11-06-2026 17:04 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Superstar Heidenreich says he has no regrets about his infamous SmackDown segment with Michael Cole.In his first major interview in years, former WWE Tag Team Champion Heidenreich appeared on the INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet podcast. During the conversation, he opened up about the infamous segment with commentator Michael Cole on the September 16, 2004, episode of SmackDown.
  He noted even 20 years later, the segment will always be disturbing. Heidenreich remembers th
  
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• WWE Hall Of Famer Reveals Why He Avoids Talking Business With Triple H

  11-06-2026 16:36 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Kevin Nash recently opened up about his friendship with Triple H. Nash revealed that he avoids discussing wrestling business with the WWE Chief Content Officer.The two have been close friends for many years. Even so, they keep business matters completely separate. The WWE Hall of Famer has previously criticized TKO officials. He questioned their involvement in WWE creative decisions.Despite those criticisms, Nash explained that he respects Tripl
  
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• WWE’s Logan Paul To Appear In Court Over Defamation Lawsuit

  11-06-2026 16:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE United States Champion Logan Paul will appear in court soon. The WWE star is continuing his legal fight with YouTuber Stephen Findeisen, also known as Coffeezilla. The dispute centers around claims tied to the CryptoZoo project.Paul filed the lawsuit in a Texas federal court. He named Findeisen and Coffee Break Productions as defendants. A hearing is scheduled to take place in San Antonio.Logan Paul is seeking more than $75,000 in damages and also asking for punitive
  
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