Last week on IMPACT!, Jordynne Grace defied the odds and defeated both Kiera Hogan and Madison Rayne in a three-way match to become the #1 Contender for Taya Valkyrie‘s Knockouts Championship. Take a closer look with this ringside photo gallery.
A new episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown on FOX in Tulsa, OK at the BOK Center is here. In the likely main event, Roman Reigns & The Usos vs. Baron Corbin, Dolph Ziggler & Robert Roode in a six-man tag team match will take place. This will serve as the post-Royal Rumble show for […]
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On Friday, WWE announced through their website that they have signed five talents that will work on the NXT UK brand. Those stars are Sam Stoker, Lewis Howley, Levi Muir, Candy Floss, and Dani Luna. They will join other NXT UK Superstars in training at WWE’s United Kingdom Performance Center in North London. WWE provided some […]
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AEW has already confirmed that Cody Rhodes will be forced to take 10 lashes from MJF on next week’s episode of Dynamite on TNT. This is part of various stipulations that Cody had to go through in order to receive a match against MJF at the Revolution PPV event. Other stipulations include Rhodes not being […]
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On Friday, All Elite Wrestling announced two new locations for upcoming episodes of Dynamite on TNT. AEW revealed in posts on Twitter that Dynamite will take place in Milwaukee, WI at the UWM Panther Arena on April 1st and in St. Louis, MO at the Chaifetz Arena on April 8th. Tickets for this AEW Dynamite […]
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Scott Dawson of the Revival got fans and one AEW star talking when he sent out a post on social media. In a post on Twitter, Dawson apparently tweeted out a quote about how WWE sees tag team wrestling. This caught the attention of AEW star Joey Janela. Dawson wrote in a caption of a […]
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Drew McIntyre, who is receiving a big push from WWE, has teased the return of one star who has been on the sidelines. That star is former WWE Champion Jinder Mahal. He’s been out of in-ring competition since June of last year where he was last seen in action against Ali at a WWE live […]
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The hits keep on coming this Tuesday on IMPACT! from Mexico City.
First, TJP is set to collide with Vikingo in what is sure to be a high-flying collision. Last week on IMPACT!, Vikingo scored the upset victory over one half of the Tag Team Champions Josh Alexander. Vikingo has a legitimate claim to be next in line for a shot at the Tag Team Championships but if TJP is able to defeat him on Tuesday, he could also earn a future Title shot for him and his partner Fallah Bahh.
World Champion Tessa Blanchard is set to respond to the comments made by X-Division Champion Ace Austin last week. Ace gave everyone a history lesson on his recent string of victories, including one where he defeated the team of Tessa and Trey, alongside Knockouts Champion Taya Valkyrie. Ace also brought up his Bound for Glory moment where he knocked off Tessa and others to win the X-Division Championship in a high-stakes Ladder Match. Ace claims that he’s the better champion – a statement that will not go unanswered by Tessa.
Catch all the action, drama and more this Tuesday at 8/7c on AXS TV and Twitch.
Roman Reigns did a quick interview for WWE Now India that is hosted by Gaelyn Mendonca, who asks various questions to WWE stars from fans in India. The former WWE Champion was the latest guest and was asked about possibly wrestling one more match against John Cena. Reigns also talked about what it’s like in […]
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WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart revealed in a post on his official Instagram account that he has basal cell carcinoma (BCC), which is the most common form of skin cancer. By looking up this form of cancer on Skincancer.org, it’s described as growing slowly but with early detection and treatment most cases are curable […]
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The big news on Thursday was WWE Co-President’s George Barrios and Michelle Wilson departing from the company. Since the announcement from WWE, the company stock has dropped over 22 percent in after hours trading. This move comes just a week before WWE reports their fourth quarter earnings, which are expected to be low. The expectation […]
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WWE stock has plunged since the announcement that Co-President’s George Barrios and Michelle Wilson are departing the company. The executives are being forced out just days before the company reports their fourth quarter earnings. The earnings report will be made available next Thursday morning and it’s expected that Vince McMahon will address investors on the […]
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UPDATE: WWE has also announced The Miz, John Morrison and The Revival vs. Lucha House Party and Heavy Machinery for SmackDown. ORIGINAL: Three matches have been announced for this week’s episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown. Braun Strowman will get his shot at the Intercontinental Championship when he challenges Shinsuke Nakamura. WWE Super ShowDown is […]
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It looks like a former WWE star is locked in with AEW beginning this March. It’s been speculated for months that Luke Harper would end up in All Elite Wrestling and now Dave Meltzer is reporting that he is expected to sign and debut on the 3/28 show from Rochester, NY. That also happens to […]
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Former WWE star Ryback got fans talking last week when he commented on a video that was shared by WWE Backstage host Renee Young on social media. The video featured Young Punk, Becky Lynch, and Paige walking past a camera as they were headed to the set of the show. Ryback saw the footage and […]
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News came out last week that ITV would be closing their Box Office service, which impacts business for AEW (All Elite Wrestling). This had been an option for fans in the UK but they do have another option of watching AEW programming such as pay-per-view events. All Elite Wrestling still has an agreement with ITV 4 […]
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It turns out that former WWE Raw Women’s Champion Ronda Rousey will not be part of this year’s WrestleMania event. Dave Meltzer reported in the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that Rousey is not scheduled for the show. As of this writing, there’s no word yet on the reason Rousey won’t be at […]
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One of the memorable moments in the Men’s Royal Rumble Match at the WWE Royal Rumble pay-per-view event in Houston, Texas at the Minute Maid Park was when WWE NXT North American Champion Keith Lee squared off with WWE Champion Brock Lesnar. They went at it before Lee and Lesnar were eliminated. On Wednesday, Lee […]
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Last week on IMPACT!, Daga & Dr Wagner Jr had an amazing performance when they teamed up to defeat Reno Scum in tag team action. However, their moment of glory was spoiled by oVe when Madman Fulton, Jake and Dave Crist attacked them from behind after the match. Now, Daga and Dr Wagner Jr have a chance at revenge when they face Jake and Dave Crist of oVe in a tag team match this Tuesday on IMPACT!
Ever since Sami Callihan lost the World Championship to Tessa Blanchard at Hard To Kill, his absence from IMPACT! has not gone unnoticed. Was oVe acting on their own accord when they attacked Daga and Dr Wagner Jr or is Sami Callihan still pulling the strings from behind the scenes? We know that Daga has been a thorn in the side of oVe for months and they will stop at nothing to put a stop to him once and for all.
Watch IMPACT this Tuesday at 8/7c on AXS TV and Twitch to witness Daga team with AAA legend Dr Wagner as they try to thwart the wrath of oVe in tag team action.
Fans can expect to see former WWE Intercontinental Champion Brodie Lee, aka. Luke Harper, in AEW soon. Dave Meltzer reported in the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that Harper is slated to sign a contract with AEW that will likely see him make his television debut on the March 18th episode of AEW […]
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It appears that former WWE United States Champion MVP has finished up with WWE. MVP made a surprise appearance in the Men’s Royal Rumble Match and then lost to Rey Mysterio in a singles match on Monday’s episode of Raw. Dave Meltzer reported earlier this week that that MVP is going to work for a […]
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AEW held a TV taping for the Dark series on Wednesday night in Cleveland, OH at the Wolstein Center before and after Dynamite. The matches air this coming Tuesday on AEW’s official YouTube channel and hosted by Tony Schiavone. Here are the spoilers: Jungle Boy and Marko Stunt (with Luchasaurus) defeated Sonny Kiss and Brandon […]
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This Tuesday on IMPACT!, Susie will make her in-ring debut when she takes on the mysterious Rosemary. This will be no ordinary match, however. Instead, Rosemary will be looking to transform Susie from a confused individual into a fighting warrior when they compete in a friendly exhibition match.
After escaping the clutches of Father James Mitchell and Havok, Susie revealed that she is still unsure of what she’s been seeking since making her return to IMPACT Wrestling. Rosemary stated that what she’s been looking for may not be amidst the battle but the battle itself.
If there’s one match that’s tough to predict, it’s this one. Tune in at 8/7c on AXS TV and Twitch to see it for yourself.
On February 22, World Champion Tessa Blanchard will go one-on-one with X-Division Champion Ace Austin in the main event of Sacrifice on IMPACT Plus.
Recently on IMPACT!, Ace was on the winning side of a tag team match pitting him and Knockouts Champion Taya Valkyrie against Tessa and Trey Miguel. Ace proved that he can go toe-to-toe with the best and right now, the best is history-making World Champion Tessa Blanchard.
Who will win this monumental Champion vs Champion collision where a victory for either competitor could put them next in line for a shot at their opponent’s Title? Start your 30-Day Free Trial to IMPACT Plus and find out LIVE.
In a follow-up story on the verbal altercation between Brock Lesnar and Matt Riddle, PWInsider noted that there was a reference to the altercation during a media class on Tuesday at the WWE Performance Center. WWE told wrestlers not to tweet or call out talents from Raw or SmackDown without their knowledge. When that was […]
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Vikingo sends Alexander to the outside with a twisting Hurricanrana. Vikingo misses a dive but rolls through. Alexander catches Vikingo off guard with a huge clothesline. Vikingo hits a springboard dropkick, followed by a dive over the top rope to the floor. Vikingo brings the fight to the fans as he jumps into the crowd and back into Alexander outside the ring. Page trips up Vikingo on the outside. Vikingo takes him out with a springboard dive. Alexander attempts a Tiger Bomb but Alexander reverses into a pin and scores the upset victory.
Backstage, Taya Valkyrie berates Gabby Loren for asking her about Jordynne Grace and her involvement in the #1 Contenders Match later tonight.
Moose blames Rhino for losing to Taurus last week. Moose goes one-on-one with the AAA star later tonight.
Pagano delivers a series of chops to Dez. Pagano flies, crashing into the Rascalz and his own partner on the outside. Murder Clown and Pagano take out Wentz with a big Tower of Doom. Murder Clown hits a 619 and heads to the top. The Rascalz take him off the top rope with a double Superplex. The Rascalz hit Murder Clown with a Swanton, followed by a corkscrew to win.
Michael Elgin previews his Best of Five Series with Eddie Edwards. Elgin claims that he will get the clean sweep.
Taurus gains the early advantage in this battle of beasts with a corkscrew dive to the floor. Moose turns it around by sending Taurus head first into the steel ring post. Both animals exchange headbutts in the middle of the ring. Moose sends Taurus crashing into the post, followed by the No Jackhammer Needed Spear to win.
After the match, Rhino sneaks into the ring and hits Moose with a vicious Gore.
Eddie Edwards speaks on his Best of Five Series with Michael Elgin which kicks off with match one later tonight.
Backstage, Joey Ryan claims that RVD’s girlfriend Katie Forbes wants to touch it.
Knockouts Champion Taya Valkyrie joins Josh Mathews and Don Callis on commentary for this bout.
Jordynne hits a hanging DDT on Kiera, then slams Madison on top of her with a leg scissors. Madison and Kiera double team Jordynne but can’t agree on who goes for the pin. Jordynne fights back with a series of strikes but the Frenemies regain control by tossing Jordynne off the top rope to the mat. Both of them go for the pin but the referee reiterates that only one person can do so. Jordynne lays out Madison on the outside, followed by the Grace Driver to Kiera for the win.
X-Division Champion Ace Austin gives us a history lesson on his recent string of victories.
Johnny Swinger insists that he and Willie Mack work on their teamwork in order to win the Tag Team Championships. Willie Mack has no intentions of teaming with anyone until Rich Swann makes his return from injury.
Fallah reveals the new ring attire that TJP gave to him. Next week, TJP faces Vikingo who defeated Josh Alexander earlier tonight. If he’s victorious, it may put him and Fallah in the Tag Title picture.
Daga attempts a springboard but Thornstowe picks his leg and sends him into the steel guardrail. Reno Scum begin to wear down Daga on their side of the ring. Thornstowe takes it a step further but knocking Wagner off the apron with an elbow. Daga connects with a DDT on Luster to create separation, allowing him to tag in Wagner. Thornstowe gets hit with the Wagner Driver for a two count. Reno Scum connect with a double team Spinebuster into a Death Valley Driver on Daga. Daga spikes Thornstowe on his head to win.
Post-match, Madman Fulton, Jake and Dave Crist of oVe attack Daga and Wagner from behind. Reno Scum makes Wagner’s son watch on from ringside in horror.
Rosemary confronts Susie backstage and questions whether or not she has found what she’s been looking for. Rosemary says that perhaps what Susie is seeking is not in the battle arena but in the battle itself. Rosemary proposes that they turn Susie into a warrior with a friendly exhibition match next week. Susie accepts.
Eddie is in control after a dive to the floor. Elgin attempts a German Suplex on the outside but Eddie lands on his feet. Instead, Elgin swings Eddie into the steel guardrail. Eddie hits the Blue Thunder Bomb. Eddie takes Elgin off the top with a Backpack Stunner, then locks in the Half Boston Crab. Elgin fights off the Tiger Driver and drops Eddie on the top of his head. Both men exchange shots, leading to a Tiger Bomb from Eddie. Elgin connects with a top rope Death Valley Driver for a very close near fall. Elgin chokes out Eddie to score the victory.
Edge’s return to WWE at the Royal Rumble may go down as the biggest story of 2020 since it seemed improbable just a few months ago that he would ever wrestle again. He came back from spinal stenosis and it is clear now that he is back in the mix on the active roster and […]
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Samoa Joe suffered a concussion on last night’s episode of WWE Raw, as confirmed by Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Last night on Raw, Joe teamed with Kevin Owens in a tag team match against Seth Rollins and Buddy Murphy for the Raw Tag Team Championships. Joe went for a dive through the […]
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Earlier today, we wrote about the details of the backstage altercation between Matt Riddle and Brock Lesnar before the Royal Rumble pay-per-view. Apparently, this is not the only time Riddle has rubbed someone the wrong way. Dave Meltzer noted on Wrestling Observer Radio that there is heat on Riddle and that’s the reason why he […]
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WWE Hall of Famer and five-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion Booker T is returning to in-ring action. After having a long and successful career in the pro wrestling business, Booker T has reduced the amount of time and matches that he works inside of the squared circle. He will be back in action on February […]
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All Elite Wrestling has released a special video titled, Road to the Cleveland, which looks at the journey of various stars from the launch of the promotion to this Wednesday’s episode of AEW Dynamite on TNT from Cleveland, OH at the Wolstein Center. You can watch the entire video by clicking on the player below: […]
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Drew McIntyre recently spoke with TV Insider where he spoke about a wide range of topics. During the interview, he expressed interest in a possible match with The Undertaker. Although there have been rumors that a match could take place, nothing has happened thus far. McIntyre talked about if there have been any talks of […]
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The following was issued to us: Celebrating FIVE YEARS of podcasting, the TMPT Empire’s 5 Year Anniversary special welcomed, The One Man Gang AKA Akeem. The Gang, a staple of the WWF during the federation era changed gimmicks right in front of our very eyes as he transitioned into the “African Dream” Akeem and jive […]
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Former WWE Divas Champion Paige reacted to the in-ring return of WWE Hall Of Famer Edge in the 30-man Royal Rumble match on Sunday night. She took to her Twitter account where she called Edge’s return the “coolest thing ever” and that it ultimately “gives people hope”. This marked Edge’s first match back since he […]
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There were a ton of crowd shots during the WWE Royal Rumble pay-per-view but one of those crowd shots led to fans watching at home missing Edge’s spear on Dolph Ziggler. It was a big moment and Ziggler was not happy about it. He tweeted the following: “who cuts away from an official in-ring return, […]
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As most of you know by now, Edge returned at the WWE Royal Rumble pay-per-view. Edge was the 21st entrant and was put over strong and he was also one of the final wrestlers in the ring before Drew McIntyre won the match. As previously noted, Edge is going to wrestle more for the company […]
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We don’t have many details on this but AJ Styles was apparently injured during the Men’s Royal Rumble match. Styles took a spear from Edge and, to make the move look as devastating as possible, he rotated in the air but the landing was not smooth. Styles landed awkwardly on his left shoulder and was […]
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WWE Royal RumbleJanuary 26, 2020Minute Maid ParkHouston, TX We are live with ongoing coverage of the 2020 WWE Royal Rumble pay-per-view. As always, make sure to refresh this page for updated results or click here if you are not seeing updates after a few minutes. We will update this page after every match and during […]
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As you can see below, preparations are still underway in Houston, Texas for WWE’s next event, Royal Rumble. Thanks to Time Nerd for sharing some cool footage of the stage set up for the show. It appears that WWE is using the same set up as last year’s show that was also held in a […]
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Inside The Ropes released a video featuring Cody Rhodes and his wife, Brandi Rhodes. In the video, Cody told a funny story about working his first Royal Rumble in 2008 where he didn’t have a game plan going in. It turns out The Undertaker helped him out after hitting Taker as hard as he could […]
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There’s a possibility that WWE Hall of Famer Sting could appear at tonight’s Royal Rumble pay-per-view event. According to a report by Pwinsider.com, there’s been a lot of talk about Sting being a major part of the next WWE event in Saudi Arabia on February 27th where he could make a return to in-ring action. […]
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The final betting odds for the Royal Rumble pay-per-view event are in. WWE holds the Royal Rumble pay-per-view event tonight in Houston, Texas at the Minute Maid Park and will air on the WWE Network. As a reminder, the favorites to win are listed as – while the underdogs are listed with +. Here are […]
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On Tuesday’s episode of WWE Backstage on FOX Sports 1, there was a segment where CM Punk, Becky Lynch, and Paige recalled the match they are most proud of in their careers. This is where Paige noted how proud she was of her match against AJ Lee at the SummerSlam pay-per-view event in 2014. Paige […]
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WWE Royal Rumble is here and goes down tonight (Sunday, January 26, 2020) in Houston, Texas at the Minute Maid Park that will air on the WWE Network. As a reminder, we will be providing live play-by-play coverage of this show starting with the Kickoff show at 5 PM EST. Here is the final card: […]
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Al Rosen, Rocky Johnson’s best friend, spoke with Hannibal TV’s Devon Nicholson to clear up some rumors on what went down at the funeral last week. Nicholson previously noted that there was odd behavior from Pat Patterson and Vince McMahon and he says the stories of what went down at the funeral were backed up […]
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A recent Instagram post by Natalya has fueled speculation that Ronda Rousey will be returning to compete in the Women’s WWE Royal Rumble match. As you can see below, Natalya posted a photo of herself with Rousey. It wouldn’t be considered a big deal by fans if the photo had been posted at another time […]
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We are less than 24 hours away from the Royal Rumble, one of WWE’s biggest pay-per-view’s of the year, and speculation is rampant on who will be brought back for surprise appearances. Click here for news on some rumored big surprises. PWInsider has some backstage notes on the Men’s and Women’s Rumble matches. Mike Johnson […]
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