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• VIDEO: CM Punk At 181 – Announces He’s Signed With The UFC

  07-12-2014 07:03
  
  UPDATE x 6: Here is a video of CM Punk’s signing announcement at the UFC 181 pay-per-view event: UPDATE x 5: UFC middleweight fighter Michael Bisping has already called out CM Punk, as he tweeted the following: I see @cmpunk wants to kick ass, well he can kiss my ass! Welcome to the Ufc, let's do this! @ufc @danawhite — michael (@bisping) December 7, 2014 UPDATE x 4: Dana White White and CM Punk have been talking for several months now despite Dana White saying he’d be meet
  
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• Zilla Fatu Confirms the Rock Inspiration Behind His WWE NXT Look

  19-08-2026 17:14 via wrestlezone.com
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  Zilla Fatu paid tribute to The Rock with his look on this week’s WWE NXT.Following his explosive debut on last week’s WWE NXT, Zilla Fatu appeared on the August 18 episode of the developmental brand to officially sign his contract. He cut a promo in the main event segment, saying he wants to prove he is more than a “nympobaby” (nepo baby).
  After Grayson Waller and Cruz Montana tried to attack him, General Manager Robert Stone an
  
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• Paul Heyman Says Brock Lesnar’s WWE Retirement Is for Real This Time

  19-08-2026 16:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE‘s Paul Heyman confirms that Brock Lesnar’s retirement after SummerSlam is for real.After losing the Hell in a Cell match against Oba Femi at SummerSlam, Brock Lesnar announced his retirement from in-ring competition. However, wrestling fans were a bit skeptical of the announcement because the Beast Incarnate previously faked a retirement at WWE WrestleMania 42. Reports about him potentially returning for WrestleMania 43 next year also strengthened the doubts.How
  
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• AEW Star Takes Shot at WWE After Paul Heyman Says Company Answers to Shareholders

  19-08-2026 16:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW’s Ricochet responded to Paul Heyman’s “biggest promotion” and “shareholders” comments from WWE RAW.During the August 17, 2026, episode of WWE RAW, Paul Heyman accompanied Bron Breakker to the ring for his segment with Oba Femi. After some heated words, Breakker suggested he and Femi have a match right away. However, Heyman stopped the reigning World Tag Team Champion and said if he takes one step towards the Ruler, he’d take a perma
  
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• WWE & ESPN Lawsuit Heads To Hearing This Week — Report

  19-08-2026 16:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A key hearing in the WWE and ESPN lawsuit is scheduled to take place later this week in Connecticut. The lawsuit concerns WWE’s move to ESPN Unlimited. It claims fans were misled about accessing WWE events.According to PWInsider, the hearing happens on Thursday, August 20. It will begin at 10 AM, before the court officials. The hearing concerns a lawsuit filed by Michael Diesa and Rebecca Tobak. The lawsuit claims WWE misled customers about accessing events.WWE moved its
  
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• Solo Sikoa’s Backstage Momentum Grows Amid Potential Bigger WWE Push — Report

  19-08-2026 16:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE United States Champion Solo Sikoa’s momentum has reportedly grown behind the scenes. His recent WWE run has received strong reactions from fans.The former United States Champion has gained attention lately. His character has also become much more popular. Over recent weeks, Sikoa embraced his “Solo Dolo” persona. He has started appearing more independently on the WWE screen.This followed the collapse of his previous MFT faction. Fans have responded
  
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• Thekla Still Being Considered for AEW All In: London — Report

  19-08-2026 16:19 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW star Thekla’s plans for All In remain unclear. She could still appear at Wembley Stadium despite having no announced match or segment. With the show quickly approaching in London this month, the former AEW Women’s World Champion could appear.Thekla recently lost the AEW Women’s World Championship. She dropped the title to Willow Nightingale at AEW Redemption. Nightingale is now set to defend her championship against Mercedes Moné at All In: London.T
  
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• Adam Copeland Gets Candid on John Cena Tapping Out to Gunther in Final Match

  19-08-2026 16:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW star Adam Copeland has shared his thoughts on John Cena tapping out in his final match. Cena wrestled his final match against Gunther at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event. He ultimately lost after tapping out to a sleeper hold.The finish shocked many fans watching Cena’s final match. Cena had rarely tapped out during his legendary career. His famous “Never Give Up” catchphrase made it even more surprising. Seeing him tap in his final match sparked crit
  
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• John Cena Wasn’t Happy With His WrestleMania 28 Loss to The Rock, Says WWE Veteran

  19-08-2026 16:08 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE veteran referee Mike Chioda has shared a surprising insight from WrestleMania 28. He claims John Cena wasn’t happy about losing to The Rock. The two WWE legends headlined WrestleMania 28 in Miami.Their match followed a year-long rivalry and heated buildup. It became one of WWE’s biggest WrestleMania main events. WWE WrestleMania 28 main event ended with The Rock winning. The Final Boss defeated Cena cleanly during the match.Cena eventually attempted The People&r
  
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• Dustin Rhodes Makes X Account Private After Apology & Backlash

  19-08-2026 05:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW veteran Dustin Rhodes has made his X account private after facing backlash over his interaction with a social media post that fans criticized as transphobic and Islamophobic.The controversy quickly drew a response from TNA star Mustafa Ali, prompting Rhodes to publicly explain his actions and issue an apology.What began as a pair of emojis soon became one of wrestling’s biggest social media talking points. While the issue unfolded outside the ring, it
  
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• The Rock vs. Cody Rhodes Will Eventually Happen, Says WWE Legend

  19-08-2026 05:17 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page believes it is only a matter of time before The Rock and Cody Rhodes finally meet in a singles match.The two stars have already crossed paths in one of WWE’s biggest storylines in recent years. However, their rivalry has never produced a one-on-one match. Nevertheless, according to DDP, the history between the two stars and their popularity make an eventual singles clash almost inevitable.DDP believes The Rock vs Cody Rhodes is just a
  
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• Naraku Returns to NXT & Crushes Shiloh Hill’s Title Hopes at Heatwave

  19-08-2026 04:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Naraku made a stunning return on the Aug. 18 episode of WWE NXT, inserting himself into a crucial No. 1 Contender’s Match and changing the Heatwave card in dramatic fashion.
  With championship opportunities hanging in the balance, one unexpected appearance proved to be the difference between victory and heartbreak.The shocking comeback didn’t just derail Shiloh Hill’s momentum — it also reshaped multiple title matches for Heatwave. In true wrestling fashi
  
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• Adam Copeland Believed WWE Would Block Him From John Cena’s Farewell Run

  19-08-2026 04:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena’s farewell tour brought back some of his biggest rivals. However, one familiar opponent never got the chance to face him again. According to Adam Copeland, there was a reason why their final WWE match never happened.During Cena’s 2025 retirement tour, he wrestled stars like Brock Lesnar, AJ Styles, CM Punk, and Randy Orton. He also paid tribute to wrestlers he could not face during his farewell run, including Copeland, Bray Wyatt, The Undertaker, and Kurt
  
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• WWE NXT Sets Weaponized Steel Cage Match After Bitter Feud

  19-08-2026 04:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has officially confirmed that Saquon Shugars and Dion Lennox will collide in a Weaponized Steel Cage Match on next week’s episode of NXT. This takes their heated rivalry to its most dangerous stage yet.After months of betrayals, attacks, and outside interference, both men have agreed to settle the score where there will be nowhere left to run — or hide.While the steel structure is designed to keep others out, the war of words between the former allies suggests t
  
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• Asuka’s WWE Status Gets a Major Backstage Update — Report

  19-08-2026 03:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Asuka has been away from WWE programming since May, but a new backstage report suggests the company hasn’t closed the book on her future.Instead, WWE is reportedly waiting for the former Women’s Champion to decide when she’s ready to step back into the ring, leaving the door wide open for a surprise return.The update comes after months of uncertainty surrounding Asuka’s absence, with fans wondering whether her emotional farewell-style messages hinted at
  
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• NXT Championship Gets a Three-Way Showdown at Heatwave

  19-08-2026 03:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The NXT Championship match at Heatwave is now officially a Triple Threat.The road to the Triple Threat started on the August 11 episode of NXT, when Grayson Waller and Cruz Montana met in a number one contender’s match. The winner was supposed to earn a shot at Tony D’Angelo and the NXT Championship at Heatwave.However, things went off track when Zilla Fatu entered the ring and attacked both wrestlers. Neither Waller nor Montana could claim the victory, and the NXT
  
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• NXT Championship Gets a Fatal Four-Way Showdown at Heatwave

  19-08-2026 03:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The NXT Championship match at Heatwave is now officially a Triple Threat.The road to the Triple Threat started on the August 11 episode of NXT, when Grayson Waller and Cruz Montana met in a number one contender’s match. The winner was supposed to earn a shot at Tony D’Angelo and the NXT Championship at Heatwave.However, things went off track when Zilla Fatu entered the ring and attacked both wrestlers. Neither Waller nor Montana could claim the victory, and the NXT
  
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• Peacock Raises Prices Again, Increasing Cost for WWE Fans

  19-08-2026 03:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE fans who rely on Peacock to watch special events will soon have to pay more.
  NBCUniversal has announced another price increase for the streaming service, with the changes taking effect immediately for new subscribers and next month for existing customers.The timing is notable, arriving just weeks before WWE’s special Sunday Night’s Main Event on Sept. 6. While the show is still headed to Peacock, accessing it live will now come at a higher monthly cost for many subscribers.Peaco
  
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• EK Prosper Lands a Shot at AAA Gold After NXT Victory

  19-08-2026 03:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  EK Prosper is now just one match away from winning AAA gold after earning a shot at the AAA World Cruiserweight Championship on the August 18 episode of WWE NXT.Prosper defeated La Parka, Romeo Moreno, and Tristan Angels in a Fatal Four-Way #1 Contender’s Match to earn the opportunity. The victory gives Prosper his first chance to win an AAA championship since joining WWE. He will face Fenix for the AAA World Cruiserweight Championship on the August 25 episode of NXT.EK P
  
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• Solo Sikoa Has a Message for Roman Reigns After WWE RAW Attack

  19-08-2026 03:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Solo Sikoa isn’t letting the dust settle after his shocking betrayal of Roman Reigns on WWE RAW. Just hours after dropping the Original Tribal Chief with a Samoan Spike, Solo took to social media with another warning, suggesting the latest twist in the Bloodline saga is only the beginning.The message follows a chaotic closing segment on the Aug. 17 edition of RAW, where Roman believed he was bringing his family back together. Instead, the cracks in the Bloodline widened,
  
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• Grayson Waller Has Some Harsh Words for NXT Locker Room After CM Punk Clash

  19-08-2026 03:06 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  After their recent backstage confrontation, Waller has now taken another shot at the NXT locker room for welcoming the Undisputed WWE Champion.CM Punk appeared at the August 15 WWE NXT Live event in Petersburg, Virginia. He teamed up with NXT Tag Team Champions Myles Borne and Tavion Heights to face The Vanity Project. Most of the NXT roster seemed happy to see Punk, but Waller clearly did not feel the same way.A video of Waller confronting Punk backstage later surfaced online.
  
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• Stephanie Vaquer Set for WWE Return Match on Next Week’s RAW

  19-08-2026 02:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Stephanie Vaquer’s first match since returning to WWE television is now official, but she won’t be easing back into the action.After a chaotic start to this week’s RAW, the former Women’s World Champion has been booked to face Roxanne Perez on the Aug. 24 edition of the red brand, setting the stage for another chapter in an already heated rivalry.The match comes just weeks after Vaquer resurfaced on RAW following her post-WrestleMania absence.While her r
  
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• AEW Pulls Ex-WWE Star From Indie Show in Surprise Move

  19-08-2026 02:47 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE star Steph De Lander will miss an independent wrestling show this weekend after being called in for AEW and Ring of Honor tapings.De Lander originally joined WWE in March 2021. She competed in NXT as Persia Pirotta before the company released her in April 2022. She later signed with TNA in January 2025. Her real-life husband, Mance Warner, eventually joined her there, but the couple left TNA earlier this year.Steph De Lander pulled from an indie show appearance after
  
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• Paul Wight Knew His WWE Run Was Over After One Vince McMahon Moment

  19-08-2026 02:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Paul Wight has revealed the subtle backstage moment that convinced him his in-ring WWE career had reached its final chapter.Speaking recently, the WWE legend explained that a brief exchange with Vince McMahon during the COVID era told him more than any official conversation ever could.After spending more than 20 years with WWE across multiple runs, Wight made his final appearance for the company in January 2021 before signing with AEW a month later.
  While fans saw the move as a
  
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• Adam Copeland Says AEW Saved Him From Retirement After WWE Career

  19-08-2026 02:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Adam Copeland has admitted that he might have already retired from wrestling if AEW had never existed. Copeland, better known to WWE fans as Edge, left WWE in 2023 after more than 20 years with the company.While his WWE exit eventually led him to AEW, the veteran revealed that he really had two choices at the time- join AEW or retire from wrestling.Adam Copeland says AEW gave his wrestling career new life after WWESpeaking on The Ariel Helwani Show, Copeland discussed the final
  
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• Sting’s Son Steven Borden May Have Signed With AEW — Report

  19-08-2026 02:04 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Steven Borden, the son of WWE Hall of Famer Sting, could already be under contract with AEW, even though the company has not officially announced his signing.This is an update from December 2025, when reports suggested Borden was expected to sign with AEW after wrestling just two matches for the company. At the time, there was also speculation that he could already have been under contract.Since then, Sting’s son has now wrestled more than 20 matches, with many of them ta
  
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• WWE NXT Results: Review, Grades, Card For Aug 18

  19-08-2026 01:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Our WWE NXT results for tonight include Thea Hail taking on Nattie, Shiloh Hill clashing with Jackson Drake (if Drake wins, The Vanity Project gets NXT North American Title and NXT Tag Team Title matches at NXT Heatwave.), Wren Sinclair and Kendal Grey battling Kelani Jordan and Kali Armstrong, #1 Contenders Match for AAA World Cruiserweight Championship featuring EK Prosper battling La Parka, Tristan Angels, and Romeo Moreno, Cruz Montana calls out Zilla Fatu, Here’s our review
  
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• Former WWE Composer Thinks Triple H Won’t Bring Him Back Because He’s ‘Vince’s Guy’

  19-08-2026 00:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  A former WWE composer has revealed why he believes Triple H won’t bring him back to the company.Jim Johnston discussed his relationship with Triple H. This was during a recent appearance on the All Axxess Podcast with Joe Bruen. He believes Triple H wanted to work with his own people when he moved into a behind-the-scenes role in WWE.“I don’t think he’s a very big fan. He’s… I think, when he was coming into sort of out of wrestling into more
  
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• Jim Ross Eyes AEW All In Return Just Days After Brain Surgery

  18-08-2026 23:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jim Ross is targeting an AEW All In return at Wembley Stadium just days after undergoing brain surgery.Ross shared an update on X, revealing that he is undergoing a full day of rehabilitation and physical therapy as he gets closer to returning home.“Full day of rehab and physical therapy as I’m one step closer to going home. Appreciate all your well wishes. Goal is to work Wembley Stadium at the end of August,” Ross wrote.Ross underwent brain s
  
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• Ishowspeed Says WWE Return Is Coming ‘Very Soon’

  18-08-2026 23:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  IShowSpeed has teased that he will be returning to WWE soon.During a recent livestream, a fan asked Speed when he would be back in WWE. The popular streamer responded by suggesting that his return is coming “very soon.”“Bro, I’m coming back to WWE soon, bro. Don’t worry, bro. WWE is coming, no, WWE Speed is coming back very soon. Very soon,” Speed said.Speed did not reveal when exactly he plans to return to WWE, but his latest comments sugges
  
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