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April 4, 2017
Video: Tye Dillinger Makes WWE SmackDown Live Debut
At Tuesday night's post-WrestleMania 33 episode of SmackDown Live, Shinsuke Nakamura wasn't the only NXT Superstar to make his WWE main roster debut. In addition to Nakamura debuting at Tuesday's show at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida, fellow NXT standout Tye Dillinger also officially touched down on the WWE…
Video: Shinsuke Nakamura Makes WWE Main Roster Debut At SmackDown Live
At the post-WrestleMania 33 episode of SmackDown Live on Tuesday evening, former NXT World Champion and longtime Japanese pro wrestling sensation Shinsuke Nakamura finally made his long-awaited WWE main roster debut. Nakamura, who lost to Bobby Roode in their NXT World Championship bout in the main event of this past…
WWE SmackDown Results & Discussion (4/4)
The first episode of SmackDown after WrestleMania 33 aired live on the USA Network on April 4th, 2017. - SmackDown is sold out tonight in Orlando, Florida and the broadcast kicks off with some pyro. Tom Phillips, Dave Otunga, and JBL welcome us, and then new WWE World Champion Randy…
DDP Loses His Cool, Drops "F-Bombs" In ESPN Radio Interview Gone Awry
The man who was trumpeted as the most positive person on the planet just this past Friday while enjoying his moment in the spotlight at the WWE Hall Of Fame induction ceremony did not exactly live up to the label during a recent media appearance. Diamond Dallas Page, who took…
Matt Hardy Hints At End Of His "Broken" Character
Although WWE referenced it multiple times via social media and the man himself has squeezed it in on WWE television this week, Matt Hardy appears to be hinting that his "Broken" character is no more now that he is back in WWE. Hardy, who returned alongside his brother Jeff Hardy…
Plans for Braun Strowman; News on the "Superstar Shakeup" Next Week
On the latest Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer speculated on possible matches for the upcoming Payback PPV. He indicated that Brock Lesnar - despite being the Universal champion and being advertised - is not scheduled for the show. The expected main event will be Roman Reigns vs. Braun Strowman, after…
WWE Announces Jericho vs. Owens at Payback; Match May Not Happen
WWE announced last night on Raw that Chris Jericho will get a rematch against Kevin Owens at Payback for the US Title. Despite this announcement from WWE, Dave Meltzer indicated on Wrestling Observer Radio, that he believes that match won't happen, possibly with the storyline explanation that Jericho is injured.…
Reigns Reacts To Wild RAW Opener: "I Could Have Stood There Another 15 Minutes"
After becoming only the second person in history to defeat The Undertaker at WrestleMania this past Sunday night, seemingly retiring "The Dead Man" with his victory in the main event of "The Ultimate Thrill Ride of the Year" at the Orlando Citrus Bowl / Camping World Stadium, Roman Reigns didn't…
Jim Ross On Calling Undertaker's Last Match, His New Two-Year WWE Contract
Jim Ross, fresh off of his WWE pay-per-view announcing return at WrestleMania 33 on Sunday night, where he called the main event featuring what very well could have been the final in-ring appearance of The Undertaker, who lost to Roman Reigns, spoke with SI.com's "Extra Mustard" blog for an interview.…
WWE Confirms NXT TakeOver: Chicago For 5/20, Triple H Comments
On Monday, WWE COO Triple H took to social media to announce the next NXT TakeOver live special on the WWE Network. Following a successful NXT TakeOver: Orlando special during WrestleMania 33 weekend this past Saturday night at Amway Center, "The Game" revealed that the follow-up TakeOver special will be…
Tony Khan on CM Punk’s WWE Return: “It’s Not Something I Can Legally Talk About”
Tony Khan says he can’t talk about CM Punk returning to WWE. The AEW and ROH President spoke with BBC West Midlands to promote the AEW ALL IN 2024 ticket on-sale, and during the discussion, Khan made it clear he isn’t going to answer questions about “The Best in the...
Seth Rollins Addresses Viral Video Of Him Going Nuts After CM Punk Returned At WWE Survivor Series
Drew McIntyre wasn’t the only one to address the internet buzz on Sunday night. In addition to “The Scottish Warrior” addressing the videos of him storming out of Survivor Series on Saturday at the WWE live event in Peoria, the WWE World Heavyweight Champion also broke his silence. Seth “Freakin'”...
Drew McIntyre Speaks About Internet Reports Saying He Stormed Out Of WWE Survivor Series
On Sunday night, Drew McIntyre addressed the online rumors about him on the internet stemming from an incident at the WWE Survivor Series 2023 premium live event on Saturday night. At the WWE live event in Peoria, Drew McIntyre cut a promo and commented about the internet talk about him...
WWE Confirms Both Randy Orton & CM Punk Will Be Appearing On Tonight’s Monday Night Raw
Monday’s edition of WWE RAW is poised to be a significant event. WWE has officially announced that following their impactful comebacks at the WWE Survivor Series 2023 premium live event on Saturday night at AllState Arena, both CM Punk and Randy Orton are scheduled to make appearances on this week’s...
WWE News: Shinsuke Nakamura’s Cryptic Vignettes, Update On Drew McIntyre Leaving Angry
Concerning the enigmatic series of vignettes featuring Shinsuke Nakamura on WWE television, the return of CM Punk was not initially part of the plan when these segments commenced. Although the Nakamura storyline could potentially be adapted to incorporate “The Best in the World,” it wasn’t in the original blueprint for...
More Backstage News On CM Punk’s Return To WWE At Survivor Series WarGames
CM Punk made a somewhat unexpected return to WWE at Survivor Series, marking the end of a tumultuous near-decade-long absence. More details about Punk’s return have emerged, as reported by PWInsider: The agreement between WWE and Punk is believed to be “several years in length,” according to company sources. Contrary...
WWE News & Notes: Minimal AEW Reaction, What Brand He Will Be On, Monday’s Raw
As for the recent news of CM Punk signing a multi-year contract with WWE, there has been minimal behind-the-scenes reaction within AEW so far. While there has been speculation about Punk potentially being a “free agent” able to work on both brands, the current plan is for him to be...
CM Punk Has Signed Multi-Year Contract With WWE; Seth Rollins’ Reaction Reportedly A Work
According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio at F4WOnline.com, the decision to bring back CM Punk was made by WWE President Nick Khan, supported by Triple H. Vince McMahon did not have any input into the matter. The multi-year contract was finalized around ten days ago, and WWE considered...
Seth Rollins Caught On Camera Going Ballastic After CM Punk Appearance At WWE Survivor Series
Not everyone welcomed CM Punk’s return to WWE with open arms. Following the surprise appearance of “The Best in the World” at the conclusion of WWE Survivor Series 2023 on Saturday night, video footage has emerged showing Seth Rollins expressing his displeasure. In the video, Rollins can be seen visibly...
Drew McIntyre Reportedly Storms Out Of WWE Survivor Series After CM Punk Return
Drew McIntyre expressed his displeasure at the conclusion of Saturday night’s event. As reported by PWInsider Elite, “The Scottish Warrior” left the ring in an angered manner, proceeded backstage, forcefully shut his locker room door, and swiftly left the AllState Arena, appearing visibly upset while donning a sweater. McIntyre’s noticeable...
