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• WWE NXT Tag Team Hypes Tonight’s Show (Video)

  13-10-2016 01:39
  
  - Seen below, WWE released videos featuring Bobby Roode/Tye Dillinger and Riddick Moss/Tino Sabbatelli as they prepare for their Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic matches on tonight’s WWE NXT episode.
  Check out the video clips below:
  The team of @WWEDillinger and @REALBobbyRoode can be summed up in one word… #GLORIOUS #DustyClassic #WWENXT pic.twitter.com/cQHtdtqqnb
  — WWE (@WWE) October 12, 2016#WWENXT Superstars @TinoSabbatelli & @riddickMoss are honored to be part of the 201
  
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• The New Day Thought They’d Retire In WWE Before Release

  26-06-2026 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Big E recently reflected on the WWE departures of The New Day members Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods. He revealed both men believed they would spend their entire wrestling careers with WWE. Last month, WWE released Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods after decades with the company. Their exits reportedly came after contract restructuring discussions.Big E reflects on Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods’ WWE departuresSpeaking on The A2theK Wrestling Show, Big E admitted the release
  
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• Bully Ray Urges Recently Turned Heel WWE Star To Learn From Paul Heyman

  25-06-2026 23:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Bully Ray urges a new WWE heel to learn from Paul Heyman.WWE fans saw a massive shift in Lyra Valkyria this week as she attacked her tag team partner Bayley in the aftermath of their tag title loss on WWE Raw. When pressed about her actions backstage, Valkyria then stormed off without giving any explanation.
  In the event that Valkyria does finally speak next week, WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray encourages her to turn to the creative mastermind and mouthpiece that is Paul Heyman fo
  
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• Shotzi Blackheart Names International Stars She Wants To See Join MLW

  25-06-2026 23:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Shotzi Blackheart explains her decision to sign with MLW.After departing from WWE in 2025, Shotzi Blackheart envisioned herself as a true free agent, not bound by any contracts. Once she discovered the wonders of Major League Wrestling, however, inking a deal with them only felt right.“I have been a fan of MLW for a really long time,” Shotzi told WrestleZone’s Ella Jay in a recent interview. “Before getting signed to WWE, that was a place that I really w
  
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• Paul Heyman Reveals His Behind-the-Scenes Role in WWE

  25-06-2026 22:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Paul Heyman is known as Brock Lesnar’s longtime advocate on WWE television. However, the WWE Hall of Famer recently revealed he also plays a major backstage role within the company.
  Heyman does much more than appear on television. He helps with creative, talent relations, and backstage operations.Speaking on Insight with Chris Van Vliet, Paul Heyman explained what his current WWE role involves. In addition to being a liaison between talent and creative, he also wears a fe
  
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• Big E Reacts To Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods’ WWE Release

  25-06-2026 22:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Big E has commented on Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods‘ WWE exit.Kingston and Woods officially departed WWE on May 2, 2026. Reports at the time indicated that both men were offered pay cuts during contract negotiations and ultimately chose not to accept the terms. Their exits came more than a year after a shocking chapter in The New Day’s history.On the December 2, 2024, episode of WWE RAW, The New Day celebrated the 10-year anniversary of the faction. During the seg
  
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• Austin Aries Would’ve Loved Being Leon Slater’s ‘Final Boss’ During TNA Title Record Chase

  25-06-2026 22:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Austin Aries and Leon Slater are forever linked in TNA history, at least until someone breaks their record.
  Aries spoke with WrestleZone Managing Editor Bill Pritchard ahead of his next appearance on MLW Fusion. Aries is the new MLW National Openweight Champion, but he’s also in the history books for having the longest TNA X Division Championship reign of all time.
  Austin Aries held that record by himself for more than 12 years, but Leon Slater tied him this yea
  
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• Big E Says WWE Fans Went Too Far With Blaming Ridge Holland For Career-Ending Injury

  25-06-2026 21:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Big E says WWE fans went too far in blaming Ridge Holland for his role in his career-ending injury.Former WWE Champion Big E suffered a career-ending neck injury after taking a botched belly-to-belly suplex from Ridge Holland outside the ring on the March 11, 2022, episode of SmackDown. Holland received tons of heat from fans over the incident and even received death threats.Speaking on the INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet podcast, Big E revealed he reconnected with Ridge Holland v
  
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• Tiffany Stratton Mocked by Fans After Failing to Recognize WWE Legends

  25-06-2026 21:22 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Fans are trolling Tiffany Stratton after she failed to recognize some WWE legends.Reigning WWE Women’s United States Champion Tiffany Stratton recently ripped open a variety of old Topps wrestling card packs that ranged from $5 to $800. She also answered a series of questions in the process, such as the last time she opened a pack of cards, the first time someone asked for her autograph, what message she would give her younger self, and a few more.The $5 pack fr
  
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• Tony Khan Says He’d Consider Buying TNA for the Right Price

  25-06-2026 21:19 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Tony Khan says he’s open to buying TNA Wrestling, but it’s not a top priority.During Thursday’s AEW Forbidden Door media call, Wrestlenomics’ Brandon Thurston asked Khan if he would consider buying TNA Wrestling if Anthem Sports & Entertainment were to put the company up for sale.
  Tony Khan entertained the question and first asked Thurston to pitch him a hypothetical price. Thurston said $40 million, which got an immediate ‘no’ from the AEW owner. Khan ul
  
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• Cody Rhodes Says Brandi Rhodes’ WWE Return Has Been Discussed

  25-06-2026 21:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes recently addressed Brandi Rhodes’ WWE future. While she has not returned yet, he revealed the idea has already been discussed.
  Brandi Rhodes has stayed away from WWE television recently. However, Cody Rhodes says a return remains possible.Speaking on The Ariel Helwani Show, Cody Rhodes revealed there have already been discussions about Brandi Rhodes’ return.
  Cody Rhodes reveals conversations about Brandi Rhodes returning t
  
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• Tony Khan Addresses Jack Perry’s AEW Contract Status

  25-06-2026 20:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Tony Khan hopes to have Jack Perry around for a long time.
  Perry’s AEW contract status has been a hot topic recently, as it’s been reported that he is currently working without a contract. F4WOnline.com‘s Bryan Alvarez recently claimed that Perry is currently working without a contract.
  “As of last week, he did not. It’s possible he signed today, but I think he’s still unsigned,” Alvarez stated.
  Tony Khan addressed Jack Perry’s st
  
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• TNA Interested In Former WWE Superstar — Report

  25-06-2026 20:22 via wrestlezone.com
  
  TNA Wrestling is reportedly interested in bringing in a former WWE Intercontinental Champion.WrestleVotes Radio (via Fightful Select) is reporting that they’ve heard chatter about TNA Wrestling being interested in former WWE Intercontinental and United States Champion Apollo Crews. WWE released Crews, along with several other superstars, as part of the post-WrestleMania 42 talent cut in April. He was with the promotion for 11 years.The report notes that the situation remains unclear follo
  
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• TNA Champion Mike Santana Comments On WWE Signing Rumors

  25-06-2026 20:22 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  TNA‘s Mike Santana comments on rumors about him potentially joining WWE.Recent reports indicated that TNA World Champion Mike Santana’s contract will be up in mid-July and that WWE is interested in signing him once he’s a free agent. It was also noted that at least one main roster member strongly supports bringing in Santana and that WWE has high respect for his work and professionalism. Reports also indicated that WWE would like to have him on the main r
  
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• CM Punk Reveals He Had Guns Pointed at Him After Brazilian Flag WWE Incident

  25-06-2026 20:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  CM Punk recalled a heated incident in Brazil that saw him surrounded by a militant group in the ring.
  During a recent appearance on The Late Run, CM Punk was asked to describe a scary in-ring incident during his WWE career. Punk recalled a 2012 match against Chris Jericho in Brazil, which is best remembered for Jericho getting in serious trouble over desecrating the Brazilian flag.
  “I had machine guns pointed at me,” CM Punk shared. “Oh yeah.
  
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• Joe Coffey Says WWE Release Left Him With Costly and Lengthy Visa Issues

  25-06-2026 19:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Joe Coffey would like to see international talent have an easier path to clearing up visa issues, considering he went through the process himself.
  Coffey and GBOT (formerly Gallus) recently made their MLW debuts. This came after a lengthy process that saw them dealing with visa issues after their WWE releases. Coffey, a Scotland native, previously said that he was essentially “landlocked” until things were sorted out. He explained to WrestleZone Managing Editor Bill
  
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• WWE Hall Of Famer Believes TNA Is Heading Closer To The Grave

  25-06-2026 17:51 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE Hall of Famer Eric Bischoff says TNA Wrestling is “one step closer to the grave.”Speaking on the 83 Weeks podcast, Eric Bischoff discussed the recent challenges TNA Wrestling is facing, including workforce reductions, talent departures, and the exit of creative head Tommy Dreamer. He had stated back in July 2025 that by the same time in 2026, TNA would have surpassed AEW as the number two promotion in the world.
  Bischoff believed the partnership with WWE and the AMC deal put TNA
  
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• Triple H Says People Take WWE Too Seriously, Reminds Fans It’s About Entertainment

  25-06-2026 17:50 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Triple H urges people not to take WWE too seriously and just have fun.During a recent conversation with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H had a message to fans about the promotion and where it is going. He noted that the promotion has something for everyone, balancing lighthearted comedy characters like Danhausen with serious stars like Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar, and Rhea Ripley.Triple H said the best part is that the stories never truly end. Un
  
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• AEW’s Darby Allin Reveals Wild NYC Marathon Strategy After Admitting He Has No Running Experience

  25-06-2026 16:51 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW‘s Darby Allin has a wild strategy to run in the New York City Marathon.Speaking to Jon Alba on The Takedown on SI, former AEW World Champion Darby Allin revealed that he’s planning to participate in the NYC Marathon on November 1. It will be the first time he takes part in the event, and according to him, it will also be the first time he’s running a long distance of any sort.Darby Allin has a bold strategy for the marathon: embracing a completely untraine
  
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• TNA’s Trey Miguel Finished Match With Broken Kneecap Because His Dad Was Watching

  25-06-2026 16:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Trey Miguel has revealed how he managed to finish his TNA Rebellion match despite a major setback.Appearing on iHeart Radio’s Battleground Podcast, the former TNA International Champion detailed the emotional and physical toll of continuing the bout after injuring his patella during a spot involving the ring steps.Recalling the moment the injury occurred, Miguel explained how ringside doctor Asa checked on him immediately after the impact.“Oh man, I tel
  
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• Triple H Sent Jade Cargill to a Plastic Surgeon After a Brutal WWE Injury

  25-06-2026 15:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Women’s Champion Jade Cargill recently recalled her gruesome injury, which resulted in a trip to a plastic surgeon.
  Last year, Cargill suffered a deep cut above her eye. The injury happened after Nia Jax threw her into the steel ring steps on WWE SmackDown. She revealed Triple H immediately sent her to a plastic surgeon after seeing the damage.
  Speaking on No-Contest Wrestling, Jade Cargill shared what happened that night, admitting she had actually wanted a bl
  
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• Jersey Shore’s JWOWW Marries Former AEW Star Zack Clayton in Secret Wedding

  25-06-2026 15:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former AEW star Zack Clayton tied the knot with Jersey Shore star Jenni “JWoww” Farley. The couple surprised guests with a secret wedding after everyone believed they were attending a movie screening.According to PEOPLE, the couple planned a secret wedding with around 50 guests in attendance. The celebration took place on Wednesday, June 24. It was held at Madison Modern Social in New Jersey. Guests were welcomed by the local mayor, who also serve
  
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• Rob Van Dam Says ECW Stars Were Grouped By Their ‘Drug of Choice’

  25-06-2026 14:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Rob Van Dam says the ECW boys were in groups based on their “drug of choice.”During a Q&A session on his YouTube channel, Rob Van Dam was asked which ECW stars were all about the party life. He revealed that it depended on which party they wanted to go to, saying that after the matches, the stars would often be in rooms based on their “drug of choice.”“It depends on which party you wanted to go to. In the ECW days, the boys were pretty much seg
  
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• John Cena Explains Why He Was Homeless By Choice

  25-06-2026 10:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena explains why he was homeless by choice before he made it big in WWE.WWE legend John Cena recently sat down for an interview with Shannon Sharpe on the Club Shay Shay podcast. During the conversation, Sharpe asked him about the time Cena was homeless when he moved from his hometown to California to pursue bodybuilding and wrestling.Cena noted that he was homeless by choice. He said his father gave him an invitation to return home if things didn’t go as planned, b
  
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• Cody Rhodes Explains Why He Refuses to Take Extended Breaks From WWE

  25-06-2026 05:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Cody Rhodes has opened up about why he continues to remain a constant presence on WWE television, even as several top stars opt for extended breaks to recover, reset, or pursue projects outside the ring.Speaking on The Ariel Helwani Show, the WWE Champion addressed the growing conversation around whether he should step away for a while.While acknowledging that many people have advised him to take time off, the Undisputed WWE Champion made it clear that he sees his role differen
  
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• AEW Launches New Heavys Headphones Featuring Swerve Strickland

  25-06-2026 04:47 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW has expanded its merchandise lineup with a new partnership that puts a popular star front and center.
  The company announced a collaboration with Heavys, introducing a series of AEW-branded headphones that have already debuted on television.The launch includes multiple designs. Nevertheless, one version in particular is likely to catch the attention of fans who have been following one of AEW’s biggest names.Much like a wrestler’s entrance t
  
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• AEW Announcer Says He Wouldn’t Have Done Well Under Vince McMahon

  25-06-2026 04:19 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Tony Schiavone has opened up about the differences between working under Tony Khan and the production style long associated with Vince McMahon, admitting that the former WWE Chairman’s approach would not have suited him.The veteran broadcaster discussed the topic on his What Happened When podcast while reflecting on how communication works behind the commentary desk during AEW broadcasts.His comments offered an interesting look at two very different philosophies when it c
  
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• Nikkita Lyons Wins First Championship Nearly Four Years After WWE Debut

  25-06-2026 04:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Nikkita Lyons has finally captured her first championship in WWE, reaching a milestone that had eluded her since arriving in the company nearly four years ago.
  The breakthrough came at EVOLVE Succession III, where Lyons challenged Wendy Choo for the WWE EVOLVE Women’s Championship.After years of stops, starts, and steady progress across WWE programming, Lyons entered the event determined to leave with gold.
  By the end of the night, she had turned that prediction into real
  
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• WATCH: Will Ospreay Trips During Death Riders’ Pre-Match Ritual on AEW Dynamite

  25-06-2026 03:47 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Will Ospreay experienced an awkward moment during the opening minutes of AEW Dynamite on June 24, as a backstage segment featuring the Death Riders ended with the former International Champion losing his footing.The incident took place before the show’s opening match and quickly became a talking point among fans.
  While it had no impact on the night’s results, it certainly wasn’t the smoothest start for one of AEW’s top stars.Will Ospreay stumble
  
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• AEW’s Will Ospreay Says WWE Legend Offered to Talk to Vince McMahon About Him

  25-06-2026 03:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Will Ospreay has shared an unexpected story involving late wrestling legend Vader, revealing that a rivalry that began with sharp criticism eventually led to an offer that caught him completely off guard.Speaking on Talk Is Jericho, Ospreay reflected on his memorable interactions with Vader following their much-discussed clash in 2016.The revelation adds another chapter to a feud that started with public disagreement and ended on a very different note.Will Ospreay recalls Vader
  
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