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April 23, 2025
Betting Odds On Who Will Be Next Champion For Various Major WWE Titles
Next Men’s Heavyweight Champion (RAW) Seth Rollins 2/1 Gunther 3/1 CM Punk 9/2 Bron Breakker 5/1 Logan Paul 6/1 Ilja Dragunov 13/2 Sheamus 10/1 Note: Others on request. Next Men’s Undisputed Champion (Smackdown) Cody Rhodes 1/1 Drew McIntyre 4/1 Randy Orton 5/1 Roman Reigns 13/2 The Rock…
Lex Luger Reveals Why He Didn't Come Out With Other WWE Hall Of Famers At WrestleMania 41
One of WWE’s newest Hall of Famers, Lex Luger, was notably absent when the Class of 2025 came out during WrestleMania’s Night One. The other entrants – Triple H, Michelle McCool, Tugboat, John Tenta’s family, Bret Hart & Steve Austin all appeared on stage so Luger’s absence was not only…
Backstage WWE News On TNA's Joe Hendry Answering Randy Orton's Open Challenge At WrestleMania 41
TNA World Champion Joe Hendry not only made an appearance at WWE WrestleMania 41 this past weekend, but he ended up competing as the mystery opponent for Randy Orton. Fightfulselect.com reports that when WWE learned that Kevin Owens would be sidelined indefinitely with a serious neck injury, they had put…
WWE News: The Rock Talks About Why He Missed WrestleMania 41; Elimination Chamber Appearance
WWE Legend Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson appeared on the Pat McAfee show earlier today where he spoke of how his appearance at Elimination Chamber came about (TKO Exec Ari Emanuel asked him) as well as why he didn’t appear at the recently completed WrestleMania 41. Here’s a recap of what…
Backstage News On How Much AEW’s Mercedes Mone Is Asking For Independent Bookings
Dave Meltzer noted in the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that top AEW star Mercedes Moné charges an appearance fee of $25,000 for independent wrestling show bookings. This amount was revealed after an independent wrestling promoter approached Moné’s team about a potential booking. Meltzer also mentioned that this...
Update On WWE’s Potential Plans To Build Brand New Performance Center
In the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer reported that WWE plans to maintain its base in Orlando. However, the company is also working on constructing a larger and improved facility, which will include a television studio located near the new site. Meltzer noted that it will...
Backstage News On WWE Possibly Feeling Pressured To Feature Non-Wrestler Due To Her Background
Dave Meltzer mentioned in the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that there are reports suggesting WWE may feel pressure to consider Boston College softball player Zoe Hines for a future role, should she show interest in pursuing professional wrestling. This speculation is likely due to her connection to...
Latest Backstage WWE News On Update On Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed Following Exclusion From Battle Royal On Raw
In the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer reported that Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed were intentionally excluded from the Battle Royal on WWE RAW this past Monday night. This decision was made because WWE has significant plans for both wrestlers. Meltzer noted that the company wants...
Backstage WWE Update On Plans For Survivor Series Men’s WarGames Match Following Seth Rollins Injury
As previously reported, the men’s WarGames Match at next month’s WWE Survivor Series premium live event (PLE) will feature a reunited Bloodline taking on The Vision. This matchup is being described internally as one of the most star-studded WarGames matches in company history. The babyface team is expected to include...
WWE News: Title Match Added To Saturday Night’s Main Event; Updated Lineup For November 1st Special
Another match is official for WWE’s next iteration of Saturday Night’s Main Event and it will be for one of the top singles title. On WWE Smackdown last night, WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton successfully overcame Kiana James but was attacked after the match by Giulia until Jade Cargill came...
Jey Uso’s Battle Royal Win Gets Disliked On YouTube; Backstage WWE Reaction
As previously reported, top WWE star “Main Event” Jey Uso won a battle royal on RAW this past Monday, securing a shot at the vacant World Heavyweight Championship. Uso will now face CM Punk at Saturday Night’s Main Event on November 1st for the title. Forbes reported earlier this week...
Tons Of Updates On Non-Compete Clause Slapped On Andrade By WWE; Rumors Of WWE Return
As previously reported, WWE is enforcing a non-compete clause against Andrade that could prevent him from competing for up to a year. This follows Andrade’s release from the company last September, which was reportedly due to a wellness violation. According to PWInsider.com (as reported by Newsweek), there is speculation within...
Backstage WWE News On Top Star’s Absence From This Week’s Monday Night Raw
According to Fightful Select, Rhea Ripley was not present at this week’s episode of WWE RAW held at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. The report also mentioned that it has not yet been confirmed whether her absence was related to a nose injury she sustained during WWE’s tour...
Backstage AEW News On Nigel McGuinness’ New Contract
According to the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Nigel McGuinness has signed a new contract with AEW, reaffirming his primary role as an announcer while also allowing for occasional wrestling matches. The report indicates that McGuinness’ new deal is similar to his previous one, with some modifications for these in-ring appearances....
