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• TNA Star Could Be Headed to WWE After Title Run — Report

  14-10-2026 02:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Leon Slater has reached the top of TNA, but his World Championship victory could be only the beginning of a much bigger career move.According to a new report, WWE is keeping a close eye on the young champion as questions grow about how long he plans to remain with TNA.Slater defeated Nic Nemeth in the main event of Bound for Glory to capture the TNA World Championship, marking the biggest victory of his career.
  However, with his current contract reportedly nearing expiry, his n
  
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• Oct. 23 SmackDown Gets Street Fight & More, Nikki Bella Faces Chelsea Green on Oct. 30

  17-10-2026 06:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has announced several matches for the next two episodes of SmackDown. Giulia and Blake Monroe will look to settle their differences, while Nikki Bella will face Chelsea Green for the first time one-on-one.The October 16 episode of SmackDown featured several developments that shaped the upcoming shows.WWE SmackDown adds street fight, two matches for Oct. 23The biggest match announced for the October 23 episode will see Giulia take on Blake Monroe in a Street Fight. SmackDown
  
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• Cody Rhodes Finally Embraces Dark Side With a Vicious Punt in Chaotic SmackDown Ending

  17-10-2026 05:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Cody Rhodes may have finally proved Randy Orton wrong. The American Nightmare has spent months facing questions about whether he has the ruthless side needed to match his former mentor. However, the October 16 episode of WWE SmackDown saw him cross that line with a vicious punt kick.For months, Orton has questioned whether the American Nightmare is willing to embrace his dark side to become champion again. Earlier this year, he betrayed Rhodes and used the punt kick that sideli
  
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• WWE Crown Jewel Decision Becomes Major TKO Dilemma Amid Saudi Pressure — Report

  17-10-2026 04:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE is continuing to promote Crown Jewel 2026 in Saudi Arabia despite growing security concerns surrounding the region, but a report suggests the decision over whether the event proceeds as planned involves more than just logistics.
  With the November 7 show approaching, TKO executives face pressure from multiple directions as the company weighs its next move.According to Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the situation could ultimately depend on Saudi officials
  
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• AEW’s New Full Gear 2026 Poster Features PAC’s Chair & Black Arrows

  17-10-2026 04:17 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW has updated the official artwork for Full Gear 2026, adding several tributes to the late PAC ahead of the November 14 pay-per-view in Phoenix, Arizona.
  The revised design highlights the late wrestler’s signature move and some familiar objects associated with his presentation. These additions give this year’s event a deeper connection to its origins.The changes include multiple references to PAC and his contribution to AEW during the promotion’s early days.
  
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• R-Truth vs. Damian Priest Ends Early After Legitimate Referee Stoppage — Report

  17-10-2026 04:08 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Damian Priest’s match against R-Truth on the October 16 episode of WWE SmackDown ended earlier than expected after the referee called for a stoppage.The decision came after a concerning moment involving Truth. WWE has not confirmed whether he suffered an injury, but a new report suggests the situation was real and forced officials to end the match before the planned finish.R-Truth’s match with Damian Priest ends before the planned finish, says a new reportThe incide
  
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• Sami Zayn & Roman Reigns Set for WWE RAW Face-off

  17-10-2026 03:50 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Sami Zayn has confirmed that he will come face-to-face with Roman Reigns on the October 19 episode of WWE RAW as the two prepare for their upcoming clash at Crown Jewel.Zayn announced the confrontation during a promo on Friday’s SmackDown, setting the stage for a potentially tense conversation before their championship showdown.The meeting will give both men an opportunity to address their upcoming champion-versus-champion contest.
  However, Zayn has made it clear that he
  
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• Moose’s Scary TNA iMPACT Spot Sparks Botch Debate

  17-10-2026 03:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Moose became the center of a heated debate after a scary spot involving Ricky Sosa on the October 15 episode of TNA iMPACT. The moment took place during a ladder match and raised concerns about ring safety. Fans questioned whether it was a botch or miscommunication.The incident spread across social media, with fans criticizing Moose’s execution while others debated what went wrong. Moreover, both wrestlers have since addressed the situation.Moose’s risky T
  
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• Avery Styles Dealing With an Injury After TNA iMPACT Tapings — Report

  17-10-2026 03:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Avery Styles is reportedly among several TNA Wrestling talents experiencing physical issues following the company’s latest iMPACT! television tapings in Dothan, Alabama.A new report has shed light on the situation, although the extent of any potential injury remains unclear.The young wrestler participated in the two-night taping schedule on October 13 and 14 at the Dothan Civic Center.
  However, what happened after the cameras stopped rolling has raised questions
  
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• AEW’s New Ilja Dragunov Teaser Has WrestleDream in Focus

  17-10-2026 03:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW has released another cryptic teaser ahead of Ilja Dragunov‘s expected arrival. Their latest social media post has put WrestleDream firmly in the picture.The former WWE star has been linked to the promotion for weeks. Now, the newest video adds another clue about when fans might finally see him make his entrance.The vignette continues the unusual presentation seen in AEW’s recent programming, using music and training imagery rather than revealing Dragunov outrigh
  
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• Austin Creed Hints at New UpUpDownDown Successor in AEW Era

  17-10-2026 03:06 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Austin Creed may be planning a new gaming project after leaving WWE’s UpUpDownDown behind when he joined AEW.The former Xavier Woods was the face of WWE’s popular YouTube gaming channel, which grew to more than 2.40 million subscribers under his leadership. However, WWE still owns the UpUpDownDown brand. Creed may now be looking to start something new, and his latest comments suggest that a successor could already be in the works.Austin Creed teases a new gaming cha
  
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• Keanu Carver’s Court Hearing Set Amid WWE Release — Report

  17-10-2026 02:50 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE NXT star Keanu Carver is scheduled to appear in court in Seminole County, Florida, on Tuesday, October 20. This is regarding a hearing concerning a protective order issued against him.The hearing comes weeks after WWE released the former developmental talent amid allegations detailed in court filings.According to PWInsider, the upcoming appearance will review an injunction that restricts Carver, whose real name is Kevin Robertson, from contacting a contracted NXT tal
  
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• Stephanie Vaquer’s MITB Injury Story Gets a Crucial Update — Report

  17-10-2026 02:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Stephanie Vaquer‘s injury scare at WWE Money in the Bank was real, but the latest update suggests she may not be out of action for long.Vaquer lost the Women’s World Championship to Liv Morgan in a Triple Threat match at the October 10 PLE. Becky Lynch also competed in the match. However, the result took a bit of a backseat when footage showed Vaquer struggling to walk after the match.Why Stephanie Vaquer is not expected to miss much time after Money in the BankAcco
  
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• PAC’s Cause of Death Confirmed After AEW Star’s Death at 40

  17-10-2026 02:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The cause of death of AEW star PAC, whose real name was Benjamin Satterley, has been confirmed nearly three weeks after he was found unresponsive inside a rental car near Chicago O’Hare International Airport. The British wrestler was 40 years old when he died on September 27, 2026.Satterley was found unconscious inside a rental car outside a CAVA restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, at around 4 p.m. on September 27. Emergency responders arrived and tried to save him, but
  
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• PAC’s Cause of Death Confirmed After AEW Star Died at 40

  17-10-2026 02:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The cause of death of AEW star PAC, whose real name was Benjamin Satterley, has been confirmed nearly three weeks after he was found unresponsive inside a rental car near Chicago O’Hare International Airport. The British wrestler was 40 years old when he died on September 27, 2026.Satterley was found unconscious inside a rental car outside a CAVA restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, at around 4 p.m. on September 27. Emergency responders arrived and tried to save him, but
  
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• WWE SmackDown Results: Review, Grades, Card For Oct 16

  17-10-2026 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our WWE SmackDown results for tonight include Nikki Bella clashing with Paige, and Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton face-to-face. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California.WWE SmackDown Card:
  Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton go face-to-faceNikki Bella vs. Paige
  WWE SmackDown Results:This event starts at 8 PM EST. This information will be updated as the event progresses.Read More: WWE’s Early WrestleMania 43 Pl
  
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• The Rock’s M. Bison Leads WWE 2K26’s Star-Filled Street Fighter Crossover

  16-10-2026 14:12 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE 2K26 is teaming up with Street Fighter for a major crossover. The first-ever collaboration brings five WWE stars into the fighting franchise’s world. The new Street Fighter Elite Pack arrives later this month.The Rock, Rey Mysterio, and Bianca Belair star the WWE 2K26 Street Fighter Elite PackThe Rock, Rey Mysterio, and Bianca Belair lead the WWE 2K26 Street Fighter pack 2K Games has announced the WWE 2K26 X Street Fighter Elite Pack. The collaboration is inspired by Mattel’s El
  
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• Roman Reigns Gets a Cheeky Street Fighter Wish as Conrad Thompson Claps Back

  16-10-2026 12:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Roman Reigns and Conrad Thompson are continuing their recent back-and-forth. The WWE star recently accused Thompson of chasing online attention after the latter criticized the WWE World Heavyweight Champion’s stature in wrestling. Now, Thompson has responded with a cheeky Street Fighter reference.Conrad Thompson’s response to Roman Reigns includes a reference to Street FighterThe tension between Conrad Thompson and Roman Reigns started with criticism of Reigns&rsquo
  
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• AEW’s Potential Adam Copeland Farewell Has a Hometown Twist — Report

  16-10-2026 11:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Adam Copeland’s potential AEW retirement match could have a special location close to his heart. New reports suggest Toronto, Canada, might host his final match. However, AEW has not confirmed any details about the show.Toronto could host Adam Copeland’s final AEW match, new report saysAdam Copeland recently announced plans to retire from wrestling in 2027. The announcement came during a special Dynamite and Collision episode. He defeated Josh Alexander to qualify f
  
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• Leon Slater’s First TNA World Title Challenger Revealed for Destination X

  16-10-2026 11:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA World Champion Leon Slater’s first challenger was confirmed this week on iMPACT. Trey Miguel won a chaotic ladder match on Thursday’s edition of the show. With that win, he has set up a championship affair against Slater at next month’s Destination X.TNA confirms Leon Slater will face Trey Miguel for the TNA World Championship at Destination XThe five-way ladder match headlined TNA Impact and featured Elijah, Trey Miguel, Jason Hotch, Moose, and Ricky Sosa
  
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• WATCH: John Cena Raps ‘My Time Is Now’ on UK Radio After Retirement

  16-10-2026 11:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena has stepped away from the squared circle permanently, but he brought back memories of his iconic WWE entrance theme for long-time fans. The 17-time WWE World Champion rapped the song during a UK radio appearance. The iconic performance came to life while promoting his new movie, Matchbox: The Movie.John Cena drops his iconic WWE rap on UK radio, sparking nostalgiaJohn Cena recently appeared on Capital Radio in the United Kingdom. He is currently promoting Matchbox: Th
  
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• Christian Cage Tried To Wrestle Through Serious Injuries at AEW All Out, Tony Khan Says

  16-10-2026 05:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW President Tony Khan has revealed that Christian Cage tried to keep wrestling despite suffering serious injuries at All Out 2026. The full extent of Cage’s injuries only became clear after the match.Cage was seriously hurt during the three-way ladder match for the AEW World Tag Team Championship at All Out. On the October 14 episode of AEW Dynamite, Adam Copeland revealed that Cage was thrown into a ladder around five minutes into the match.The incident left Cage with
  
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• TNA Star Hit With Injury Setback, No Return Date Revealed

  16-10-2026 05:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA Wrestling has shared an unfortunate update on former Knockouts World Champion Tasha Steelz. The promotion has confirmed that she is out of action with a knee injury.Steelz’s latest injury is concerning because she has dealt with several physical setbacks during her time in TNA.
  At Rebellion 2021, Steelz took a scary bump to her back and spine after Jordynne Grace backdropped her over the ropes. The spot raised concerns about her condition. She faced another
  
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• Gunther’s WWE Story Takes an Uncertain Turn Amid New Questions — Report

  16-10-2026 04:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Gunther’s recent WWE run has raised questions about where the former World Heavyweight Champion is headed next.According to a new report, his presentation on SmackDown has prompted concern behind the scenes, particularly given the momentum he built through several high-profile victories earlier.The Ring General has developed a reputation for ending legendary careers, but his latest appearances have left questions about how WWE plans to use him going forward.
  The reported
  
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• WWE’s Early WrestleMania 43 Plans Include Roman Reigns & CM Punk Dream Matches — Report

  16-10-2026 04:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has reportedly started discussing potential WrestleMania 43 matches, with Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Cody Rhodes among the major names in the early plans.According to WrestleVotes Radio via Fightful Select, the initial creative discussions also include a possible showdown involving one of WWE’s rising stars.The report offers a glimpse of the direction WWE could take for its biggest annual event, although fans should hold off on making their match predictions just yet.
  
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• Rhea Ripley Gets WWE Update as Five-Month In-Ring Absence Continues

  16-10-2026 04:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Rhea Ripley has received an important WWE update while continuing her recovery from a knee injury that has kept her out of in-ring action for five months.With WWE returning to Australia in December, the former Women’s World Champion now has a confirmed appearance on the calendar.The announcement comes as fans await clarity on when The Eradicator will be ready to compete again.
  However, her upcoming appearance doesn’t necessarily mean she’s ready to lace up her
  
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• Adam Copeland Landed Clockwork Carnage Spot as Injured AEW Star’s Replacement — Report

  16-10-2026 04:20 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Adam Copeland is set to compete in the Clockwork Carnage at WrestleDream 2026. However, a new report suggests he may not have been part of the original plans. Copeland reportedly joined the match after Jay White suffered an injury, which forced the promotion to make changes.Copeland earned his spot in the first-ever Clockwork Carnage match by defeating Josh Alexander on the October 14 episode of AEW Dynamite. He will now challenge reigning AEW World Champion Will Ospreay alongs
  
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• John Cena Gets Honest About ‘Strained’ Relationship With Family: ‘That’s My Choice’

  16-10-2026 04:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena has spent years balancing a successful WWE career with his growing Hollywood profile. However, the demands of work have taken a toll on his personal relationships.In a candid conversation with JUCA, the 17-time WWE World Champion admitted his bond with his family remains complicated — and he isn’t blaming anyone but himself.Asked who can still see him as an ordinary person rather than a celebrity, Cena opened up about his efforts to become a better brother
  
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• ‘It Hurt a Lot’: Lola Vice Opens Up About ‘Scary’ WWE Ladder Incident at MITB

  16-10-2026 03:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Lola Vice has opened up about a scary incident during the Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match at WWE Money in the Bank 2026. Vice admitted that the fall hurt a lot and could have ended much worse. However, she was thankful that she avoided a serious injury.During the Women’s MITB Ladder Match, Vice and Jacy Jayne were landing some exchanges while standing on the same side of a ladder. Vice eventually caught the WWE Women’s United States Champion in a chokeh
  
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• EX-WWE Star Says Triple H Didn’t Let Her Make the US Title a ‘Workhorse’ Belt

  16-10-2026 03:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE star Xelina has opened up about her run as Women’s United States Champion, revealing that she wanted to take the championship beyond WWE and establish it as a true workhorse title.
  During an interview with D.S. Shin of Ring The Belle, she reflected on what she hoped to accomplish and why she wished WWE’s creative direction had allowed her more freedom.Xelina became the second holder of the Women’s United States Championship and held the title for 63
  
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