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• WWE Pulls Trick Williams T-Shirt After Fan Backlash

  22-09-2026 16:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE removed a controversial Trick Williams T-shirt after severe fan backlash.On Monday, WWE released a T-shirt based on Trick Williams’ “Lemon Pepper Steppers” catchphrase. It featured the United States Champion’s signature white boot, which was surrounded by several fried chicken wings.The concept appeared to reference lemon pepper wings. However, fans took to X/Twitter to accuse the design of being racist. A fan wrote, “That Trick Williams shirt
  
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• WATCH: Injured WWE Star Turns Heads With Video Celebrating In-Ring Clearance

  23-09-2026 22:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Chantel Monroe has announced that she has been cleared to return to in-ring competition.The news comes after Monroe dealt with multiple injury setbacks in 2026. She initially suffered a broken nose earlier this year and later revealed another injury involving her foot and ankle.Monroe’s injury history has kept her away from regular competition at different points this year. She now appears ready to resume her WWE career following her latest setback.Monroe previously annou
  
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• WATCH: AEW’s MJF Appears Alongside Ex-WWE and WCW Names in New Movie Trailer

  23-09-2026 22:41 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  MJF is stepping into a different kind of spotlight, as the former AEW World Champion appears alongside former WWE broadcaster Kayla Becker and former WCW World Champion David Arquette in the first trailer for Stranglehold.Collider exclusively revealed the first trailer for the dark comedy thriller on September 17. The movie features several recognizable names from the pro wrestling world, with MJF taking on a role away from the squared circle.Kayla Becker, known
  
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• Roman Reigns Says He’s ‘Phasing Out’ but Teases Another Major WWE Run

  23-09-2026 22:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Roman Reigns has opened up about his future in WWE. Acknowledging that he is gradually “phasing out” while leaving the door open for another major run.The OTC discussed the next stage of his career during an interview with Complex. Reigns explained that the current generation of WWE Superstars could eventually take the helm. This is after he begins to step away from the spotlight.“As I’m phasing out and as they’re really taking the helm, their supe
  
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• Two AEW Stars Near Free Agency With No New Contract Talks — Report

  23-09-2026 21:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Anthony Bowens and Max Caster could be nearing the end of their time with AEW, as both former members of The Acclaimed are reportedly approaching free agency.Bowens and Caster signed with AEW in 2020 and went on to become one of the promotion’s most recognizable tag teams. The Acclaimed captured the AEW World Tag Team Championship in 2022, later winning the AEW World Trios Championship with Billy Gunn.Bowens and Caster also pursued singles opportunities fo
  
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• Major Title Match Set for WWE SmackDown With Steel Cage Stipulation

  23-09-2026 21:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The upcoming WWE SmackDown is set to feature a steel cage match between Trick Williams and Baron Corbin.The reigning United States Champion, Trick Williams, will defend his championship against Baron Corbin, but this time, inside a structure free from outside interference. The only way to win the match is via pinfall, submission, or escaping the cage before the opponent.
  Trick Williams vs. Baron Corbin Steel Cage Match set for SmackDownThe SmackDown General Manager, Nick Aldis,
  
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• AEW Star Shaved off Signature Beard After It Got Caught in Gym Equipment

  23-09-2026 20:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW Star Juice Robinson explains why he shaved off his signature beard.During his recent appearance on What Happened When with Tony Schiavone, Juice Robinson reflected on his return at AEW All In 2025. He turned heads that night sporting a clean-shaven look, instead of his signature long beard.Juice Robinson revealed the real reason for the change. He had his beard caught in a lat pulldown cable, ripping some of it off. He was forced to shave off what was left and return to AEW
  
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• WWE Fans Think Kam Hendrix Is ‘Not Ok’ After Wife Maxxine Dupri-Austin Theory Video

  23-09-2026 20:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE fans think Maxxine Dupri’s husband, Kam Hendrix, is “not ok” after her recent viral video with Austin Theory.Maxxine Dupri is in an on-screen relationship with the Vision’s Austin Theory on WWE RAW. A recent social media clip featuring them has turned heads, causing fans to speculate whether their kayfabe chemistry is becoming a bit too real. The video showed Theory carrying Dupri on his shoulders with her legs positioned around his neck.Dupri’
  
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• Jim Ross Believes AEW Can Easily Turn Ex-WWE Star Into Main Event Talent

  23-09-2026 20:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW veteran Jim Ross believes PAC has all the tools to be elevated to the main event picture.
  The former WWE star is, undoubtedly, one of AEW’s best high-flyers. He is a rare blend of a star with stunning acrobatic abilities in the ring and an intensely shredded physique. That said, Jim Ross suggested it’s time for AEW to give PAC his long-awaited main event push.Jim Ross Thinks AEW Could Do More With PACWhile speaking on an episode of the Grilling JR podcast, Jim R
  
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• Dana White Gives Update on Ex-WWE Star Jake Hager After Emergency Eye Surgery

  23-09-2026 20:22 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Dana White provides an update on former WWE Superstar Jake Hager after his brutal eye injury.Jake Hager competed against Johnny Magna at Power Slap 23. The former WWE Star lost the match via TKO and was left bleeding from his left eye after a brutal shot from Magna.UFC President addressed Jake Hager’s injury after the event and said, “Not good. That’s probably the worst injury we’ve had in the UFC, in Power Slap, anything.” He also
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Wanted Bronson Reed To Put His Foot Back on Oba Femi During Viral Raw Moment

  23-09-2026 20:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Superstar Karl Anderson says Bronson Reed should’ve put his foot back on Oba Femi after the Ruler swatted it away.On the latest episode of the Talk’n Shop with the Good Brothers podcast, Karl Anderson addressed the viral moment between Oba Femi and Bronson Reed on the September 7, 2026, episode of WWE RAW. He said the moment felt real. He believes Reed’s actions generated legitimate heat and explained the situation based on his own experience.Karl A
  
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• Eric Bischoff Blasts Released WWE Star for ‘B*tching’ After Two Failed Runs

  23-09-2026 18:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Eric Bischoff blasts Aleister Black for “b*tching” after his WWE release.Aleister Black and his wife, Zelina Vega, were among several other superstars WWE released. This was part of its post-WrestleMania 42 talent cuts. He recently returned to in-ring competition and won the PROGRESS World Championship.  In a recent interview, Black claimed that WWE promised him “mountains of things” before giving him a “f**king dud of a year.” Hall
  
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• Eric Bischoff Blasts Released WWE Star for ‘B*tching’ After Three Failed Runs

  23-09-2026 18:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Eric Bischoff blasts Aleister Black for “b*tching” after his WWE release.Aleister Black and his wife, Zelina Vega, were among several other superstars WWE released. This was part of its post-WrestleMania 42 talent cuts. He recently returned to in-ring competition and won the PROGRESS World Championship.  In a recent interview, Black claimed that WWE promised him “mountains of things” before giving him a “f**king dud of a year.” Hall
  
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• Ex-WWE Star Gable Steveson Addresses Sexual Assault Allegation After 12-Second UFC Loss

  23-09-2026 17:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Superstar Gable Steveson breaks his silence after suffering a 12-second loss at UFC 331.Ahead of their UFC 331 clash, Gable Steveson and Sean Sharaf addressed each other during the pre-fight conference. Sharaf publicly called out Steveson over the sexual assault allegations he faced during his college years. The former WWE star was not criminally charged after the DA’s office dropped the case due to insufficient evidence.Gable Steveson suffered a 12-second, fir
  
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• WWE Star Wants TNA’s Avery Styles To Join NXT Faction

  23-09-2026 17:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE NXT’s Lexis King wants TNA’s Avery Styles to join the BirthRight.WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles’ son, Avery Styles (19), made his in-ring debut in June 2026. He recently signed with TNA Wrestling and has yet to have his first televised match in the promotion.During his conversation with Bully Ray on Busted Open After Dark, NXT’s Lexis King addressed the idea of Avery Styles joining his faction of fellow second-generation wrestlers, the BirthRi
  
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• Rhea Ripley Believed To Have Been ‘Overworking’ Before WWE Injury

  23-09-2026 17:06 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE‘s IYO Sky says Rhea Ripley was overworking before her injury.Former WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley has been out of action since competing at a live event in Portugal in June 2026. She suffered a torn meniscus at Clash in Italy in May 2026 and later underwent surgery. She couldn’t return in time for SummerSlam, which prompted the promotion to crown an interim champion at the PLE.After Chelsea Green became the interim WWE Women’s Champion, the p
  
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• Kurt Angle Names His Greatest Rival & It Might Not Be Who You’d Expect

  23-09-2026 17:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle recently revealed his top rivals. The number one choice surprised many wrestling fans. Angle had legendary rivalries across WWE and TNA. His matches featured technical masters and powerhouse stars.His rivalries with The Undertaker, Brock Lesnar, John Cena, Triple H, Shawn Michaels stand out. He also faced Stone Cold Steve Austin frequently. Samoa Joe and AJ Styles were notable TNA rivals. However, Angle’s chose surprising name for his top choi
  
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• Becky Lynch & JD McDonagh Turn WWE RAW Segment Into Social Media Firestorm

  23-09-2026 17:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE stars Becky Lynch and JD McDonagh sparked reactions online following their exchange on RAW. Lynch appeared during The Judgment Day’s in-ring segment. She then targeted McDonagh with several personal insults.Lynch also brought up McDonagh’s relationship with his mother. She claimed his mother was stressed about his WWE role. Lynch also referenced McDonagh’s big head and Judgment Day affiliation.Lynch said, “Speaking of disappointments, JD, Jordan Devl
  
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• New Championship Rumor Swirls After WWE Files SmackDown Trademark

  23-09-2026 17:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has filed a new SmackDown-related trademark application. The filing has now sparked new championship speculation. SmackDown currently features several active championships. These include the Undisputed WWE Championship and WWE Women’s Championship.The brand also features the United States Championship, Women’s United States Championship is also defended on SmackDown. The WWE Tag Team Championship also belongs to SmackDown. Meanwhile, the WWE Women’s Tag Te
  
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• Booker T Reveals the Real Reason He Was Compared to The Rock

  23-09-2026 16:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Booker T has explained comparisons with The Rock. The two stars became major names during the Attitude Era. Their careers later crossed paths inside WWE. Booker T eventually entered WWE and worked alongside several major stars.However, the comparisons between Booker and The Rock started earlier. He said those discussions began during his WCW days.Booker T discusses what led to comparisons with The RockSpeaking on the Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T discussed Th
  
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• ‘I’d Been Unhappy’: Vince Russo Announces JCW Exit After One Year

  23-09-2026 16:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Vince Russo has announced his departure from JCW after one year. He revealed that he had been unhappy for some time. Russo had worked with Juggalo Championship Wrestling for the past year.He served as an investor and creative showrunner for their weekly Lunacy show. He also made regular appearances as an authority figure. However, Russo recently confirmed that his time with JCW had ended.The former WWE writer said the decision was amicable. He also explained that several facto
  
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• NXT’s Kendal Grey Shares Fears for Her Wrestling Future Amid Vertigo Struggle

  23-09-2026 05:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Kendal Grey opened up about the uncertainty surrounding her wrestling future during the September 22 episode of WWE NXT. The 25-year-old star is currently sidelined with vertigo and severe ear trauma. Last week, it was revealed that there is no timeline for when she will be able to return to the ring.It all started when Grey suffered an injury to her right ear during an NXT Underground Match against Lola Vice. The injury worsened at Heatwave 2026 while defending the NXT Women&r
  
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• Will Ospreay Match & TBS Title Match Announced for Sept. 23 AEW Dynamite/Collision

  23-09-2026 04:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AEW has added two more matches to the Sept. 23 edition of Dynamite and Collision, with a TBS Championship defense and a tag team bout involving Will Ospreay now set for the three-hour special. Both matches add another layer to an already packed night.Will Ospreay and TBS Championship matches set for AEW Dynamite/CollisionTony Khan announced that Persephone will defend the TBS Championship against Hyan. It will mark Persephone’s second defense of the title, while Hyan gets
  
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• Heated Confrontation Sets Up Mason Rook vs. Grayson Waller NXT Title Match

  23-09-2026 04:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The WWE NXT title match between Grayson Waller and Mason Rook is officially set, and the two men made it clear that their upcoming showdown is already personal.Waller and Rook came face-to-face during the September 22 episode of WWE NXT ahead of their title match on September 29. What started with Waller making fun of his challenger quickly turned into a heated exchange. The two traded shots about their careers, their time away from home, and what will happen when they finally
  
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• Austin Theory & Maxxine Dupri Raise Eyebrows With Suggestive WWE Video

  23-09-2026 04:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Austin Theory and Maxxine Dupri have once again caught WWE fans’ attention after a new social media video featuring the on-screen couple sparked plenty of reactions.
  The clip, shared around this week’s Monday Night RAW, has fans debating whether their storyline chemistry is becoming a little too convincing.Theory and Dupri appeared in matching outfits while playing their roles as members of The Vision alongside Bron Breakker, Logan Paul and Bronson Reed. Dupri joine
  
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• Dorian Van Dux Sidelined With Punctured Lung in WWE NXT Ahead of Dusty Classic

  23-09-2026 04:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Dorian Van Dux is set to miss in-ring action after suffering a punctured lung. This puts his participation in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic in doubt.Van Dux was originally advertised to team with Zilla Fatu and Sean Legacy against BirthRight on the September 22 episode of WWE NXT. However, things changed during a backstage segment before the match.The injury comes at a time when Van Dux and Legacy are set to compete in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic. They are scheduled t
  
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• AEW Status Update Revealed for Kip Sabian and Penelope Ford — Report

  23-09-2026 04:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Kip Sabian and Penelope Ford appear set to remain with AEW for the foreseeable future, despite recent speculation about their contract status. A new report has provided clarity on where the longtime AEW talents currently stand.According to Fightful Select, both Sabian and Ford have “years remaining” on their AEW contracts. AEW sources also indicated that the pair quietly re-signed with the company at some point, although the details of those extensio
  
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• NXT Star Returns After Two-Month TV Absence, Costs Kali Armstrong the Match

  23-09-2026 04:03 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Reina Volcan returned to WWE NXT television on September 22 after nearly two months away, but she didn’t come back quietly. The former Nikki Blackheart immediately inserted herself into a match between Kali Armstrong and Skylar Raye, leaving both competitors down and one with a victory she didn’t exactly earn in typical fashion.Volcan had remained active on NXT house shows during her television absence. Her last televised match came on July 21, when she defeated Ray
  
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• Noam Dar & Romeo Moreno Advance as Cody Rhodes Gets Dusty Classic Role

  23-09-2026 03:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The 2026 Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic is officially underway, and Noam Dar and Romeo Moreno are the first team to advance in the WWE NXT tournament.After a two-year absence, the Dusty Cup returned on the September 22 episode of NXT. The tournament features 14 teams from across WWE and AAA. It honors WWE Hall of Famer Dusty Rhodes, whose impact on NXT went far beyond his legendary wrestling career.The tournament follows a single-elimination format. NXT Tag Team Champions Vanity
  
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• Mick Foley Says He Left WWE Over Its ‘Too Cozy’ Ties to Donald Trump

  23-09-2026 03:42 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mick Foley has opened up about his decision to leave WWE, admitting that walking away from his Legends deal has come with a major financial cost. However, the WWE Hall of Famer remains firm that the money was not enough to change his mind.Foley discussed his WWE departure during a recent episode of The Mick and Kenny Show. His relationship with the company largely involved merchandise signings and occasional appearances rather than full-time work.The former WWE Champion said WW
  
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