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• Tonight’s WWE SmackDown Preview: Fatal 5-Way Elimination Match

  30-05-2017 19:04
  
  – Check out the bullet points for tonight’s Smackdown from WWE.com:
  SmackDown Women’s Title No. 1 Contender’s Fatal 5-Way Elimination Match to take place tonightTonight, there will be a Fatal 5-Way Elimination Match to determine the new No. 1 contender to Naomi’s SmackDown Women’s Championship. Charlotte Flair, Carmella, Becky Lynch, Natalya and Tamina will square off, and the last Superstar standing will become the next in line to try to dim The Glow. Will th
  
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• Former WWE Star Hopes to Return for One Final Run Before Retirement

  01-07-2026 04:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE star Heath Slater isn’t actively campaigning for another run with the company, but he has made one thing crystal clear — if WWE decides to call, he’ll be ready to answer.With only a handful of in-ring years left by his own estimate, Slater says the door remains wide open for one last chapter.Although no return has been announced, the veteran shared that he continues training so he can step back into the ring whenever an opportunity presents itself.
  
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• Former WWE Star Claims Cody Rhodes Wouldn’t Last in MMA Fight Against Him

  01-07-2026 04:12 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE star Val Venis has continued taking aim at Cody Rhodes, this time claiming the former Undisputed WWE Champion wouldn’t survive a hypothetical MMA fight against him.The latest comments arrived after Rhodes’ Night of Champions loss, adding another chapter to Venis’ ongoing social media criticism.Rather than revisiting WWE storylines, Venis shifted the conversation to amateur wrestling and mixed martial arts, throwing out a challenge that exists only o
  
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• Nick Aldis Set for WWE In-Ring Debut at SummerSlam 2026 — REPORT

  01-07-2026 04:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Nick Aldis could soon wrestle his first WWE match since becoming SmackDown General Manager. While WWE hasn’t officially announced anything, a new report says the company is using his recent absence from TV to set up his in-ring debut at SummerSlam 2026.The story took a big turn on this week’s episode of RAW, where WWE announced that Aldis had been placed on administrative leave. Tensions boiled over after his heated backstage confrontation with Gunther following Nig
  
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• WWE Uses Backstage Attack to Write Off NXT Star After Reported Injury

  01-07-2026 03:54 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE opened the June 30 episode of NXT with a shocking backstage assault that immediately changed the advertised card.
  What was scheduled to be a championship bout never reached the ring after a visiting titleholder was found injured before the show could properly get underway.The angle came after reports surfaced that AAA Latin American Champion El Hijo del Vikingo had suffered an injury earlier in the day while rehearsing his scheduled title defense against EK Prosper, leaving
  
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• Unexpected FaceTime Call Interrupts WWE NXT Match

  01-07-2026 03:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A routine singles match on WWE NXT took an unexpected detour when Booker T‘s phone rang in the middle of the action.
  While Mason Rook and Jackson Drake battled in the ring, the Hall of Famer received a surprise FaceTime call that briefly stole the spotlight.The unusual moment took place during the June 30 episode of NXT, adding an unexpected wrinkle to an already competitive matchup before the action quickly shifted back to the ring.Kam Hendrix delivers return update duri
  
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• AEW Veteran Reveals John Cena Returned to WWE Arena Just Hours After Neck Surgery

  01-07-2026 03:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena has garnered an immaculate reputation for his incredible work ethic. However, one moment from 2008 still stands out above the rest. AEW veteran Paul Wight (fka Big Show) recently recalled how Cena showed up at a WWE arena just hours after major neck surgery, leaving everyone backstage stunned.Looking back on that day, Wight said it’s one of the biggest reasons he considers Cena the toughest man in professional wrestling.Paul Wight shares John Cena stori
  
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• John Cena Told Vince McMahon WWE Star Wasn’t a ‘Bad Guy’ After WrestleMania Match

  01-07-2026 03:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Austin Theory has shared a surprising behind-the-scenes story from WrestleMania 39, revealing that John Cena spoke to Vince McMahon on his behalf after their match.
  The conversation came after one of the biggest victories of Theory’s career and offered a glimpse into Cena’s belief in the young star’s long-term potential.Speaking on the IMPAULSIVE podcast with Logan Paul, Theory reflected on defeating his childhood hero and explained why Cena’s words stay
  
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• WWE Hall Of Famer Returns to NXT After Two-Week Absence

  01-07-2026 03:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Booker T is back on NXT television after missing the past two weeks, bringing the familiar commentary team back together for the show’s post-Great American Bash episode.While fans noticed his absence, Booker recently explained there was a personal reason behind his time away.The June 30, 2026, edition of NXT opened with the fallout from Great American Bash before Vic Joseph welcomed Booker T back to the commentary desk, confirming the Hall of Famer&rsquo
  
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• Sami Zayn Admits Royal Rumble Loss Shook His Faith In Becoming WWE Champion

  01-07-2026 02:50 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Sami Zayn has always been open about how much winning the WWE Championship meant to him. But the new Undisputed WWE Champion has now revealed that his Royal Rumble loss earlier this year deeply affected him. It cast a seed of doubt in his mind about whether that dream would ever happen.After years of coming close, Zayn finally won the Undisputed WWE Championship. At Night of Champions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, he reached the promised land. In one of the biggest surprises of the
  
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• WWE Star Admits He Didn’t Realize Vince McMahon Was Pushing Him Until One Moment

  01-07-2026 02:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Austin Theory has reflected on the early days of his WWE main roster run, revealing there was one specific moment that made him realize Vince McMahon had bigger plans for him.
  Looking back, Theory admitted the signs were there. However, he didn’t fully connect the dots until after a major championship victory.Speaking on ImPAULsive with Logan Paul, Theory opened up about his journey from NXT to the main roster. He explained how one post-match celebra
  
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• Wil Wheaton Calls Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson a Coward Over Recent Political Stance

  01-07-2026 02:20 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s recent political stance has drawn criticism from actor Wil Wheaton, who called the Hollywood star a “coward” after Johnson said he no longer wants to publicly endorse political candidates.Johnson recently spoke in an interview with Esquire about why he now prefers to keep his political views private. His comments invited all sorts of reactions, and one of the strongest reactions came from Wheaton.Wil Wheaton criticizes D
  
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• AEW’s Mercedes Moné Has Hilarious Response to Fan Asking About WWE Return

  01-07-2026 02:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mercedes Moné has once again addressed the question many wrestling fans keep asking, but this time she did it with a joke that quickly grabbed attention.While speculation about a WWE comeback never seems to tap out, Moné made it clear she isn’t entertaining those ideas anytime soon.The AEW star responded to a fan on Instagram after being asked when she would return to WWE. Rather than leaving the door open, Moné delivered a playful one-liner that inst
  
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• Kurt Angle Reacts After Kendal Grey Draws Comparisons to Him Following WWE NXT Title Win

  01-07-2026 01:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Kendal Grey’s biggest career moment at WWE NXT: The Great American Bash became even more special after she received praise from none other than Kurt Angle himself. After winning the NXT Women’s title, Grey caught the attention of the WWE Hall of Famer, who congratulated her and appreciated the tribute she paid to him.Grey wore blue-and-white singlet-style gear during her title match against Lola Vice, which was inspired by Kurt Angle’s famous wrestling outfit.
  
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• WWE Star Reveals She Was Pulled Over Twice For Speeding In The Past Month

  01-07-2026 01:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella recently shared a surprising driving story. The former WWE star revealed she was pulled over twice for speeding during the past month. She recalled both incidents while speaking on The Nikki & Brie Show.During the podcast, Alex Labbe said he always drives with cruise control and rarely speeds. Brie Garcia then joked that her husband, Bryan Danielson, drives much slower than everyone else. She added that she often reminds Danielson about the spe
  
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• Brian Cage Thought He Was Getting Promoted. Instead, WWE Released Him

  01-07-2026 01:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Brian Cage has opened up about one of the biggest surprises of his wrestling career.Speaking on INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet, Cage reflected on his recent decision to re-sign with AEW in 2024. While he admitted WWE generated significant interest and was a legitimate option, he ultimately chose AEW because of the stability, flexibility, and job security the company offered.“I mean, there was a lot of interest, and it’s funny, because I wanted to go there,” Cage
  
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• Mike Santana Done With TNA, Not Scheduled For Post-Slammiversary Tapings – Report

  01-07-2026 00:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  There’s a new update on Mike Santana’s TNA status amid WWE signing rumors.According to a PWInsiderElite, via PWInsider, Santana is not scheduled for this week’s TNA television tapings in Albany, as speculation continues to grow regarding his future with the company.At TNA Slammiversary 2026, Santana dropped the TNA World Championship to Nic Nemeth in the main event. Prior to the show, he shut down discussions about his future, reiterating that his only priorit
  
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• WWE NXT Results: Review, Grades, Card For Jun 30

  01-07-2026 00:19 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our WWE NXT results for tonight include the fallout from NXT The Great American Bash, Mason Rook battling Jackson Drake, Jaida Parker taking on Karmen Petrovic, The Vanity Project defending the NXT Tag Team Championship against El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. and Galeno del Mal, and EK Prosper challenging El Hijo del Vikingo for the AAA Latin American Championship. Here’s our review and grades for tonight’s show, live from the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida.WWE NXT C
  
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• CM Punk Moving to SmackDown Could Revitalize His Current WWE Run

  30-06-2026 23:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  CM Punk’s reported move to WWE SmackDown has some upsides to it.CM Punk has been absent from WWE television since the RAW after WrestleMania 42. However, a recent report indicated that his return might come with a significant change. It noted that the promotion plans to move him to SmackDown as a balancing measure since the red brand has more star power.Punk also teased the move while providing commentary at a Cage Fury Fighting Championships (CFFC 156) event at the Hard
  
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• Brock Lesnar Admits He Doesn’t Watch WWE TV

  30-06-2026 23:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Brock Lesnar has admitted that he doesn’t watch WWE programming.Brock Lesnar made a surprise appearance on last night’s episode of WWE RAW, interrupting the 2026 King of the Ring Oba Femi. He confronted Femi over calling him “a coward” and “a bi**h” while he was away. He noted that he didn’t know The Ruler was calling him names, as he doesn’t watch WWE television, and that he only found out because Paul Heyman informed him.“
  
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• AJ Lee Gives Fans a Look at Vacation With CM Punk During WWE Absence

  30-06-2026 22:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AJ Lee has shared a series of vacation photos featuring CM Punk amid their time away from WWE television.Taking to Instagram, the former WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion posted photos from the couple’s vacation. In one of the images, Punk’s noticeably “jacked” shadow also makes a cameo appearance.Lee has not appeared on WWE programming since dropping the Women’s Intercontinental Championship to Becky Lynch at WrestleMania 42. Since then,
  
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• Positive Update Emerges on Ilja Dragunov’s WWE Return Status

  30-06-2026 22:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  There’s another update on Ilja Dragunov’s WWE return, and it sounds promising.The Czar hasn’t been seen on WWE television in months, last competing on the SmackDown before WrestleMania 42 in the Andre the Giant Memorial 2026 Battle Royal.Wrestling Observer’s Bryan Alvarez is reporting that Dragunov is expected to be back “sooner than later,” though the report doesn’t provide an exact date for his return.While he has remained off televis
  
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• Triple H Says WWE’s Presidential Fitness Test Partnership With RFK Jr. Is About Inspiring Kids

  30-06-2026 21:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Triple H is proud to help celebrate the return of the Presidential Fitness Test.The WWE Chief Content Officer recently appeared at the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City to mark the restoration of the Presidential Fitness Test and the launch of GetActive.gov/kids. He was joined by WWE Superstars Cody Rhodes, Charlotte Flair, Rey Mysterio, and Austin Theory, along with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.Spea
  
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• WWE Legend Ken Patera Suffers Broken Neck in Gym Accident at 83

  30-06-2026 21:19 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE legend Ken Patera has suffered a broken C1 in a gym accident.Steve Stasiak of Book Pro Wrestlers took to Facebook to announce that former WWE/WWF Intercontinental Champion Ken Patera (83) suffered a fall at his gym, which resulted in a broken C1 vertebra.He noted that the wrestling legend worked hard to recover from a major back surgery he underwent over two years ago. Stasiak also stated that Patera made significant progress after the surgery and returned to the gym, but has now faced anot
  
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• AEW Star Big Bill Gives Notice of Departure Amid WWE Return Rumors – Report

  30-06-2026 21:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Big Bill is leaving AEW.According to Fightful Select, Big Bill’s contract with All Elite Wrestling is set to expire next week. He has also given notice to the company that he’s leaving.
  The report also states that the former Big Cass is “poised to return to WWE.” There are reportedly plans for his former tag team partner, Enzo Amore, to be signed as well, although he had not officially signed a deal as of mid-June.Fightful Select cited WW
  
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• Steven Spielberg Saw AEW’s Brian Cage and Personally Wanted Him for ‘Disclosure Day’

  30-06-2026 19:42 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW star Brian Cage opens up about his involvement with Disclosure Day.Earlier this month, Brian Cage got a taste of the silver screen as he and fellow AEW star Lance Archer appeared in Disclosure Day, directed by Steven Spielberg. According to Cage, wrestling veteran Chavo Guerrero initially reached out to him about TV work. When that project got postponed, Guerrero then circled back with an opportunity for Cage to fill a movie role.
  Much to Cage’s surprise, th
  
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• WWE Champion Sami Zayn Trolls Cody Rhodes With ‘Friendly’ Birthday Message

  30-06-2026 19:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  New Undisputed WWE Champion Sami Zayn has a friendly yet sarcastic birthday wish for Cody Rhodes.Cody Rhodes celebrates his 41st birthday today, June 30, 2026. As he continues to receive wishes from his fans and wrestling personalities, he received a special one from Sami Zayn, the superstar who beat him for the Undisputed WWE Championship only a few days ago at Night of Champions.Sami Zayn took to X/Twitter to wish his “friend” Cody Rhodes a happy birthday
  
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• TNA Reveals Knockouts Television Title Bracket Featuring WWE Names

  30-06-2026 19:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
  TNA Wrestling is ready to crown its first-ever Knockouts Television Champion. The promotion revealed the full 16-woman bracket on Tuesday ahead of the first matches on IMPACT.
  TNA revealed the new Knockouts Television Championship at Slammiversary. TNA Hall of Famer Traci Brooks announced a 16-woman tournament would start on Thursday’s episode of Impact. The victor would earn the new title, which will be exclusively defended on Impact.
  TNA revealed the full bracket, which includes WWE NXT
  
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• Konnan Receives Encouraging Health Update After Double Leg Amputation

  30-06-2026 19:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  There’s a positive health update on Konnan following his double leg amputation.AAA Hall of Famer Konnan has been dealing with several health issues over the years, including kidney failure, cardiac issues, and amputation of both of his legs. Reports noted that he had one leg amputated back in March, and Vince Russo later revealed he had to get his other leg amputated as well. Russo also shared that WWE covered all the medical bills, which he said cost “well over a m
  
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• Oba Femi Traded a WWE Title Shot for Brock Lesnar — Did WWE Elevate or Devalue King of the Ring?

  30-06-2026 18:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Oba Femi forgoing a world championship shot to face Brock Lesnar at WWE SummerSlam has raised more questions than it has answers.Oba Femi became the 2026 WWE King of the Ring by defeating Jey Uso in the final of the tournament at Night of Champions this past Saturday. As a result, he earned himself a world title match at SummerSlam for either the Undisputed WWE Championship or the World Heavyweight Championship. Unlike Queen of the Ring IYO SKY, who decided on the spot
  
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