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Netflix Developing New Wrestling Drama From Former WWE Writer And “Wicked” Director

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Netflix Developing New Wrestling Drama From Former WWE Writer And “Wicked” Director

Netflix is developing a new professional wrestling-focused drama series titled “Tuesday Night Titans,” from former WWE writer Michael Notarile and Jon M. Chu, the acclaimed director of Wicked and Crazy Rich Asians.

According to a report from Deadline, the series is in the early stages of development. The show will reportedly follow a writer who teams up with her estranged childhood best friend, a “jobber” on the independent scene, as they both try to make it in the same massive wrestling company they idolized as kids. The story will deal with their personal demons and how the lines between “kayfabe” and reality become blurred.

The show’s title is a clear homage to the classic mid-80s WWF talk show of the same name, which Vince McMahon hosted.

Notarile worked as a writer on WWE’s main roster creative team from 2013 to 2015 and was a key figure in creating The New Day. The new series will join WWE’s flagship show, Monday Night RAW, on Netflix, which became its exclusive home in the US earlier this year.

AEW Star Reveals His Character Turn Was Planned For Almost A Year

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AEW Star Reveals His Character Turn Was Planned For Almost A Year

Ricochet has revealed that his recent turn to a heel character in AEW was the plan all along. He stated that the evolution of his persona has been a strategic process since he first arrived in the company.

Ricochet debuted for AEW at All In in August 2024 and spent his initial months as a high-flying babyface. In a recent interview with WFFA, he explained that this was a deliberate part of a larger plan.

“From the very first day, I have been very strategic about the development of the character,” Ricochet said. “I’ve been very strategic about how we’ve proceeded and about where Ricochet wants to go… from the very beginning, this had always been kind of the plan for me.”

He acknowledged that while the journey to get to this point can vary, the goal was always to transition into a more authentic version of himself.

“Obviously, how you get there and how long it takes to get there, that all varies,” he stated. “But yeah, it has always been the plan for me to come in here and be myself.”

Nikki Bella Confirms WWE Raw Return

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Nikki Bella Confirms WWE Raw Return

WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella has confirmed she will be back on Monday Night RAW next week in Green Bay, Wisconsin, as her new feud with Liv Morgan heats up.

Bella made her return to WWE this past Monday to promote the upcoming all-women’s Evolution 2 premium live event. Her appearance was cut short when she was attacked and laid out by Liv Morgan.

In a new Instagram post, Nikki referenced the attack and Morgan’s insult that she was just a “reality show diva.”

The confrontation has seemingly set the stage for a major match between the two at Evolution 2 on July 13. Nikki’s confirmation that she will be on RAW next week indicates that the build to their high-profile encounter will continue. 

Bella was the main event attraction for the first-ever WWE Evolution pay-per-view on October 28, 2018. Bella, with Brie in her corner, challenged Ronda Rousey for the RAW Women’s Championship. After a competitive match, Rousey forced Nikki to submit to her signature armbar to retain the title.

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Karrion Kross T-Shirts Outselling Legends Despite Limited WWE TV Time

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Karrion Kross T-Shirts Outselling Legends Despite Limited WWE TV Time

Karrion Kross has achieved something remarkable in WWE: becoming a merchandise phenomenon despite minimal television exposure. During his appearance on iHeart Radio’s Battleground Podcast, he revealed his t-shirts are not only selling out at live events but sitting alongside merchandise from legends like Stone Cold Steve Austin.

“When a guy’s only had one match on Raw all year and he lost that match and then he goes to Smackdown and he loses the Battle Royal and his t-shirt’s doing this well and the crowd is now cheering for the bad guy I think that’s saying something here,”

Kross explained to the Battleground Podcast hosts.

The merchandise success appears directly tied to fan support following Kross’s viral post-WrestleMania promo, where he referenced his previous “Killer Kross” persona. WWE has taken notice of the unexpected demand, with Kross confirming his shirts are now available at live event merchandise stands.

“I’ve seen photos of people posting up online that you can now buy Karrion Cross shirts at the merch stand at these WWE shows sitting next to a Stone Cold Steve Austin shirt on the merch rack,”

Kross noted during the interview.

The sales figures speak volumes about fan influence on WWE’s business decisions. Kross revealed to Battle that merchandise officials were surprised by the demand, treating it as an experiment that exceeded expectations.

“We sold out of every single size last Monday except for large,”

Kross disclosed, adding that WWE merchandise teams are now increasing production to meet demand.

This unexpected success story demonstrates how passionate fan support can translate directly into business results, even when a performer receives limited screen time. For WWE, it’s a clear indicator that audience engagement extends far beyond traditional television metrics.

The Art of Wrestling Storytelling: How Karrion Kross Creates Impact in Seconds

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The Art of Wrestling Storytelling: How Karrion Kross Creates Impact in Seconds

Professional wrestling storytelling has evolved beyond lengthy promos and main event matches, and Karrion Kross has mastered the art of creating intrigue with minimal screen time. Speaking on iHeart Radio’s Battleground Podcast with host Battle from 95.7 Big FM, Kross revealed his systematic approach to maximizing every second of television exposure.

“I may only be in the background for 5 seconds but I’m going to make sure that I’m doing something meaningful in those 5 seconds,”

Kross explained during his appearance on the wrestling podcast.

His method involves deliberate choices in wardrobe, positioning, and subtle visual cues that wrestling fans have dubbed “Easter eggs.” Whether copying other wrestlers’ hairstyles or wearing specific t-shirts, every detail serves a narrative purpose.

“You know New Day may be having a conversation and I may be about 30 feet away what am I doing am I just standing there? Perhaps I’m wearing a New Day shirt or I’m wearing somebody else’s shirt or you know my hair or my outfit.”

The Battleground hosts noted how fans actively search for these hidden messages, with Kross confirming this attention to detail is entirely intentional. His goal is creating what he calls “thought pieces” for the audience.

“Create thought pieces for people something to think about is he foreshadowing is he manipulating is he telling the truth is he telling half the truth these are the things that I’m that I’m trying to incorporate with what I’m given.”

Kross’s philosophy extends beyond personal advancement to respect for the audience’s investment. He emphasized that performers cannot take viewers for granted, regardless of their role’s prominence.

“I’m basically trying to squeeze blood from a stone,”

Kross told Battle, describing his approach to limited opportunities.

This methodical approach has transformed Kross into what fans call a “walking Easter egg,” proving that creative storytelling can thrive within any constraints.

Damian Priest Says Rhea Ripley’s Sacrifice ‘Makes Everything Else Seem Minuscule’

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Damian Priest Says Rhea Ripley’s Sacrifice ‘Makes Everything Else Seem Minuscule’

Damian Priest opened up about how his best friend Rhea Ripley’s journey from Australia continues to inspire his own WWE career during an appearance on Cody Rhodes’ podcast “What Do You Wanna Talk About?” on June 11, 2025.

The former World Heavyweight Champion explained how Ripley’s willingness to move across the world for her wrestling dreams puts everything else into perspective for him.

“You’re talking about somebody who moved to the other side of the world… No matter what I think I can or cannot do, I’m gonna try to do it anyway. Because if she did all that, everything else seems so minuscule.”

Priest detailed how their friendship began at an NXT holiday party, where he initially didn’t get the memo that it was a “dry party” but ended up bonding with Ripley over music and conversation. He praised her ability to maintain her authentic personality despite her massive success.

“She has never changed. She’s still the same girl that I met in NXT. The kind just compassionate to everyone… willing to do whatever it takes to achieve her own dream without stepping on others.”

Speaking to Rhodes, Priest emphasized how Ripley’s sacrifices continue to motivate him, particularly when he considers the magnitude of leaving everything behind in Australia to pursue her WWE career.

“To me, what she did to achieve her dream… that’s why she’s in the position she’s in, cuz who’s willing to do so? I don’t know if I would have, but now she inspired me.”

The genuine friendship between Priest and Ripley has been evident both on-screen through their Judgment Day storylines and off-screen through their close bond. Priest’s comments highlight how their relationship goes far beyond wrestling storylines.

Damian Priest Honors Scott Hall: ‘Anything That Makes Us Look Good, We’re Down For’

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Damian Priest Honors Scott Hall: ‘Anything That Makes Us Look Good, We’re Down For’

Damian Priest shared the heartwarming story of how wrestling legend Scott Hall personally gave him permission to use the Razor’s Edge and NWO imagery during a revealing interview on Cody Rhodes’ podcast “What Do You Wanna Talk About?” on June 11, 2025.

The former World Heavyweight Champion detailed his childhood connection to Hall’s Razor Ramon character and how it shaped his wrestling dreams as a young Latino fan who initially thought the character was genuinely Latino.

“The character Razor Ramon, that was the initial introduction to me… I was a kid, so I didn’t realize that he wasn’t Latino. To me, I was like, he legit was… that was my first of, man, this guy represents us.”

When Priest met Hall during his NXT days, he nervously approached the wrestling icon to ask permission to use Hall’s signature moves and imagery. The response was more generous than he expected.

“I was like, would you mind if I did the Razor’s Edge?… I was like, I’m not going to do a high cross… It’s the Razor’s Edge. And he goes, that’s cool.”

The conversation became even more memorable when Hall called over Kevin Nash to discuss Priest’s request to use the NWO “drip” logo in his gear. Despite Priest’s concerns about Nash’s business-minded reputation, both legends were completely supportive.

“Scott looks at me, he goes, bruh, anything that reminds people of us and makes us look good, we’re gonna be down for it. And I was like, I always try to make you look good, dog.”

Speaking to Rhodes, Priest emphasized how Hall’s generosity in sharing his legacy represents the best of wrestling’s tradition of veterans helping younger talent. The Razor’s Edge remains one of Priest’s signature moves today, serving as a tribute to one of his childhood heroes.

Cody Rhodes and Damian Priest Reveal How WWE Became More of a ‘Team’ Under Triple H

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Cody Rhodes and Damian Priest Reveal How WWE Became More of a ‘Team’ Under Triple H

WWE Superstars Cody Rhodes and Damian Priest discussed the significant cultural shift within WWE during their June 11, 2025 conversation on Rhodes’ podcast “What Do You Wanna Talk About?” revealing how the company has transformed into more of a “team” environment under Triple H’s leadership.

Rhodes, who has experienced WWE during different eras, emphasized how dramatically the backstage atmosphere has changed compared to his previous run with the company.

“WWE, now more than ever, is a team. And I never felt that in any wrestling company, even when I was with WWE, my first run, I never felt like, hey, we’re a team.”

The conversation highlighted how both wrestlers have adopted a philosophy of treating everyone with respect regardless of their position on the call sheet. Rhodes detailed his approach to creating an inclusive environment at his wrestling school, the Nightmare Factory.

“I always tell everybody, I’m like, cool, treat everybody in here like they’re that person… when we leave here, that doesn’t matter. That rule is not in effect.”

Both wrestlers reflected on how treatment of talent has evolved, with Rhodes sharing his memories of how people would treat wrestlers differently based on their perceived status during less successful periods.

“During the undesirable phase… how people would treat you in the office, how they would treat you in the locker room… You remember the ones who treated you differently.”

Priest agreed with Rhodes’ assessment, noting how the current environment allows for better collaboration and mutual support among the roster. The discussion suggests that Triple H’s leadership style has created a more cohesive and supportive workplace culture that benefits both talent development and overall company morale.

Chelsea Green Sets Sights on Hollywood: ‘I Want to Be the Crossover Talent for Females’

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Chelsea Green Sets Sights on Hollywood: ‘I Want to Be the Crossover Talent for Females’

WWE’s Chelsea Green has revealed ambitious plans to become professional wrestling’s first major female crossover star in Hollywood, outlining her entertainment industry goals during an extensive interview on the Lightweights Podcast with host Joe Vulpis.

The charismatic superstar expressed her desire to follow in the footsteps of John Cena and The Rock, but specifically pave the way for women wrestlers in mainstream entertainment.

“In the next five five years I hope to be the first female John Cena and rock not in terms of I don’t need to be that high like that’s that’s pretty incredible right but like I would like to be the crossover talent for the females cuz we haven’t really seen that yet.”

Green acknowledged that while the Bella Twins successfully crossed over into reality television and entrepreneurship, no female wrestler has achieved significant Hollywood success.

“We saw the Bellas obviously cross over between WWE and reality TV WWE and entrepreneurship i think they’ve done amazing with that right but like I don’t think we’ve truly seen a a woman cross over and do WWE and Hollywood yet.”

From Ring to Screen

The former U.S. Women’s Champion envisions wrestling becoming just one chapter in her broader entertainment career, with acting becoming her primary focus.

“I would love to get into acting and like wrestling was just like a small part of my story by the time I’m 50.”

Green has already begun preparing for this transition by taking acting classes and studying performances through a different lens, recognizing the skills developed in wrestling that translate to dramatic work. Her involvement in the upcoming Netflix project “Unreal” could serve as a stepping stone toward her Hollywood ambitions.

The determined performer’s willingness to say yes to every WWE opportunity demonstrates her commitment to building the profile necessary for successful crossover appeal.

Chelsea Green Spills Details on Upcoming Netflix’s WWE Unreal

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Chelsea Green Spills Details on Upcoming Netflix’s WWE Unreal

WWE superstar Chelsea Green has provided new insights into the highly anticipated Netflix collaboration “Unreal,” revealing her involvement in the behind-the-scenes project during a candid interview on the Lightweights Podcast with host Joe Vulpis.

The inaugural U.S. Women’s Champion confirmed her participation in the streaming series while discussing her championship win celebrations, noting the timing coincided perfectly with Netflix’s filming schedule.

“We’ve got a show coming out with like all behind the scenes stuff so we’ve been doing a lot of filming with them so it was just like go go go i did all my kind of wrap-up videos with them holding the belt having that moment you know hugging my family.”

Green’s Candid Revelations

Green admitted uncertainty about the show’s scope and her role within the production, displaying characteristic honesty about WWE’s typically secretive approach to media projects.

“I only know what I’ve filmed i don’t know who else has filmed everyone at WWE is so like tight lipped and I’m not so I’m out there being like ‘Woo Netflix what’s up?’ And everyone at work isn’t telling me that they’re also filming it so honestly could be all about me could be about a hundred different superstars and I’m in five minutes of it.”

The outspoken wrestler acknowledged that Netflix and other production partners have noted her tendency to over-share, requiring careful editing of her contributions.

“One thing that I do know that Netflix and ESPN and and Omaha has told me is that like I definitely do blab a lot so they have to edit me down.”

While official details remain limited, Green’s involvement suggests “Unreal” will offer unprecedented access to WWE’s behind-the-scenes operations, potentially featuring multiple superstars navigating their professional and personal lives.

Matt Riddle Believes In Rumors of Power Struggle Within WWE

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Matt Riddle Believes In Rumors of Power Struggle Within WWE

Matt Riddle believes in the stories of a WWE power struggle.

Former WWE announcer Jonathan Coachman was the first to suggest that a power struggle is brewing within the company during an appearance on Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling podcast. He even went as far as to suggest that the current Chief Content Officer Triple H would be ousted from his role within the next 18 months.

The Superking of Bros was asked for his opinion on the matter during his interview with Going Ringside. Matt Riddle said that he believes in the stories. He mentioned how a number of executives have sold their TKO shares in large quantities recently and claimed that it’s a sign of something happening behind-the-scenes:

“Yeah, I believe all of it. I really do. I think with the stocks being up for grabs, people selling, because I know Vince has sold, Steph has sold, Nick Khan has sold.

A lot of people are selling their stock, and usually you don’t do that unless something’s going on behind closed doors. And honestly think there’s already a power struggle when I was there.”

Nature of The Beast: Matt Riddle

From Vince McMahon’s original ‘retirement’ to Endeavor acquiring the company, and McMahon then being forced out of TKO, the company has seen multiple management changes in the last few years. With The Rock becoming a board member and bringing his own vision to the promotion, the talks of another potential change is not surprising for a lot of people.

Matt Riddle mentioned all these events to support his theory. Though the former US Champion claimed that it’s all just the nature of the beast:

“They keep trying to get Vince out, and trying for Steph and Triple H to get in that position. And now that they got him out, now it’s Endeavor trying to get them out, or Rock, or whoever it is. So I think that’s just the nature of the beast.”

Apart from this, the now former WWE star also made some bold claims about CM Punk’s backstage behaviour in the company. You can check out more about it here.

Hall of Famer Believes R-Truth Could Become World Champion In WWE With Ron Killings Persona

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Hall of Famer Believes R-Truth Could Become World Champion In WWE With Ron Killings Persona

Could Ron Killings be WWE’s next world champion?

The last couple of weeks have been a whirlwind for R-Truth. From announcing his release, to getting his name chanted at every show, and finally being rehired and making his big return to end a prominent PPV in Money in The Bank, a lot has happened for the wrestling veteran.

WWE Hall of Famer Book T talked about these turn of events on the latest episode of his podcast. He discussed R-Truth’s Raw promo post-Money In The Bank. T compared it to the different characters of Mick Foley and said that it might lead to him becoming a world champion in WWE:

“He’s not R-Truth anymore. I like that too. We might see a totally different guy perhaps, almost like Mick Foley and Mankind and Dude Love. Let’s see what Ron Killings brings to the table.

I see Ron Killings winning the World Heavyweight Championship. That’s what I see. Put the title on him. How crazy would that be? It would the biggest thing since, perhaps, putting the title on Mick Foley.”

R-Truth cost John Cena the tag team match against Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso at the Money In The Bank PPV. He then appeared on Raw two days later to cut a promo, telling fans that their voice matters.

The beloved WWE star then shocked everyone by cutting his own hair. He teased a more serious side of him in coming times, saying that it was Ron Killings who was in control now, not Truth.

How Sabrina Carpenter Inspired Blake Monroe’s WWE NXT Arrival

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How Sabrina Carpenter Inspired Blake Monroe’s WWE NXT Arrival

Blake Monroe is part of WWE NXT, marking a major change for the former AEW Women’s World Champion. On the June 10, edition of WWE NXT, the former Mariah May confirmed her new moniker with a video package that may have looked very familiar.

On X, fans noticed how Monroe’s package bore a striking resemblance to footage from award-winning artist Sabrina Carpenter.

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Monroe debuted on WWE NXT on the June 3, episode, with her arrival instantly going viral. Appearing on the balcony during a segment featuring several women of the silver brand, Monroe made clear her goal: She’s coming for the WWE NXT Women’s Championship.

The Glamour’s impact over WWE NXT will continue on the June 17, episode, when she signs a contract to make her status as a WWE Superstar official. With Monroe exuding confidence, it may be a matter of time before the British star is known as a champion once more.

Shotzi Blackheart: WWE Doesn’t Owe Me Anything, That’s Showbiz

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Shotzi Blackheart: WWE Doesn’t Owe Me Anything, That’s Showbiz

Shotzi Blackheart’s time with WWE has ended, but she’s not going to bemoan the circumstances behind her release. Sitting down with Ariel Helwani, Shotzi shared that WWE never revealed why they weren’t going to renew her contract.

“I probably will never know why they released me but, WWE doesn’t owe me anything. That’s showbiz, right?”

Though Shotzi is gone, there’s no shortage of talents who have returned to WWE after establishing themselves elsewhere. For Blackheart, a return to WWE isn’t off the table.

“I would love to be back at WWE. I loved working there… It was only when I wasn’t being used that I was unhappy.”

With her time in WWE a thing of the past, at least for now, Shotzi is looking to the future. When asked if she’d like to land in either AEW or TNA full-time, Shotzi saw herself as a future ‘All-Elite’ talent.

“I love their freedom, I have a lot of friends there who are doing really awesome things. I’ve heard many stories of how Tony (Khan) treats talent. So, yeah, I do love that he really cares.”

Signing with AEW would also give Shotzi the chance to face ROH Women’s World Champion Athena, a star Shotzi is very familiar with. Shotzi named Athena, who she once held the NXT Women’s Tag Team Championships with, as a dream match, adding that “I am such a huge fan of her.”

Shotzi Blackheart is already racking up bookings post-WWE, showing that there is a market and interest in her. It remains to be seen if a return to the Sports Entertainment juggernaut, or a future in AEW, ever happens.

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Chelsea Green On How She Got Lucky With Broken Nose Injury

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Chelsea Green On How She Got Lucky With Broken Nose Injury

A broken nose is never a fun experience, and in wrestling can result in a talent losing weeks of action. As Chelsea Green explained on the Lightweights podcast though, things could have been much worse for her during her recent broken nose injury.

“It looks pretty good. Honestly I’m shocked, it was such a clean break. I barely had bruising, I barely had swelling, I could breathe properly. I was lucky.”

Green suffered her broken nose during a showdown with Zelina Vega at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event. Always one to make the best out of a bad situation, the longest-reigning Women’s U.S. Champion saw her injury as a chance to show a new, creative side.

“We shifted creative to do something fun. So I could bedazzle a mask, so I could hit Piper with it at TV when Alba had a match. Who knows what we’ll be doing tomorrow.”

Chelsea Green may be dealing with an injury but that won’t keep her from entertaining fans aroun the world with her antics in and out of the ring.

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No One Told Me: Logan Paul Says He Was Unaware of R-Truth’s MITB Return

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No One Told Me: Logan Paul Says He Was Unaware of R-Truth’s MITB Return

Logan Paul apparently got the Tom Holland treatment from WWE.

The Spider-Man star is known for not being able to contain himself, and there have been many instances of him leaking critical info about upcoming movies. It has happened so many times that Marvel Studio executives have resorted to hiding info about his own movies from him, per Holland himself.

The YouTube star seemingly got a similar treatment for his Money In The Bank match from WWE officials, where he teamed up with John Cena to face the duo of Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso. The ending of the bout saw a returning R-Truth attacking Cena, costing him the match.

Speaking about the PPV on his Impaulsive podcast, Logan Paul claimed that he was actually told nothing about the return and he only found out during the match:

“I’m sitting there like basically knocked out, and Cody (Rhodes) and John (Cena) are in the ring, I’m rooting for my guy John, ‘Get us that win John!’ And dude, out of nowhere comes f*cking R-Truth who I thought was fired. I thought the WWE let him go.

Also, here’s the thing, no one told me R-Truth was coming. I didn’t even know. I didn’t even know. So bro, I’m sitting there and he comes back, I’m like, ‘What the f*ck is he doing here!?’ Yes, in the moment (I became a fan) and dude, I’m selling, I’m like, hey, then he hit John and we lost the f*cking match!”

Logan Paul effectively took himself out of the tag match towards the ending of the bout with a massive moonsault on Uso outside the ring. With the social media celebrity not being factored into the finish of the bout, it’s very much possible that he was kept in the dark to protect the surprise.

The spot saw both Paul and Uso going through the announce desk. During the podcast, Logan revealed that John Cena was actually doubtful about him being able to pull off the Moonsault but he convinced the Cenation Leader.

Latest On CM Punk In Saudi Arabia After Past Criticism

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Latest On CM Punk In Saudi Arabia After Past Criticism

WWE has officially announced that CM Punk will face John Cena for the WWE Undisputed Championship, with their long-awaited showdown to come at Night of Champions. The match has sparked a discussion about Punk’s involvement, given his past criticisms about WWE’s partnership with Saudi Arabia.

WWE has been planning for Punk to be part of the Saudi event for some time, Dave Meltzer reports. On Wrestling Observer Radio, Meltzer said that despite WWE removing Punk from a promo package for the event, the response from WWE sources was “he’s going.”

Punk has not shared any issues with going to Saudi Arabia in recent months, despite his past criticism of Saudi events. In an infamous, now-deleted tweet from 2020, Punk told The Miz to “Go suck a blood money covered d**k in Saudi Arabia you f**ing dork” when Miz made a comment on WWE Backstage Punk saw as a swipe at him. The two later reconciled when they crossed paths backstage at WWE RAW in 2023.

WWE Night of Champions will be held on Saturday, June 28, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It remains to be seen if Punk can be the one to save WWE from the ‘Unseen Seventeen.’

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Chelsea Green Eager For Total Divas Reboot, Shares Dream Cast

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Chelsea Green Eager For Total Divas Reboot, Shares Dream Cast

Total Divas may have been off the air for years, but Chelsea Green hasn’t stopped thinking about it—and she’s more than ready for a revival.

In a recent appearance on the Lightweights podcast, Green was asked whether she ever thinks about a potential return of the reality series. Her answer was immediate and emphatic.

“Every day. Every minute of every hour of every day, I think about Total Divas.”

A longtime fan of the show, Green didn’t hesitate to cast herself in a hypothetical reboot. She also nominated her friend Maxxine Dupri and explained why Tiffany Stratton might surprise viewers.

“Tiffy is a shoo in. Although I think it’s funny because she’s not like her character. She’s so much calmer and she’s very down to earth, so that actually might be boring for reality TV. I dunno, she’s so normal.”

Green initially overlooked Zelina Vega until host Joe pitched her, and then wrapped up her dream cast by naming Nia Jax—a Total Divas alum she believes would bring serious value as she “knows everything about everything” and would be perfect to ‘spill the tea.’

While WWE currently has no plans to revive Total Divas, Chelsea Green is clearly ready to add “reality TV star” to her résumé if the opportunity ever arises.

The Bella Twins Discuss Cast For Potential Total Divas Reboot

Blake Monroe (Mariah May) to Make WWE Arrival Official on June 17

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Blake Monroe (Mariah May) to Make WWE Arrival Official on June 17

Blake Monroe will make things official on the June 17, edition of WWE NXT by signing a contract to officially become a Superstar. During the June 10, episode, a breaking news alert confirmed that Monroe will put pen to paper in seven days time. The news broke during a tag team match featuring Tony D’Angelo and Luca Crusifino vs. The High Ryze.

Monroe is better known to fans as Mariah May, the former AEW Women’s World Champion who debuted on the June 3, episode of the silver brand. Monroe wrapped up her AEW tenure earlier this year with her final All-Elite match being against Toni Storm at AEW Revolution.

With the pen soon hitting paper, Monroe’s arrival has changed the landscape of the NXT Women’s division, leaving fans excited for what’s next. With her sights already set on the NXT Women’s Title, it may be a matter of time before Blake Monroe is known as a champion.

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Mini Tournament Announced For NXT Title Shot At Evolution 2

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Mini Tournament Announced For NXT Title Shot At Evolution 2

A new NXT tournament has been announced.

WWE recently confirmed the return of the all-women PPV Evolution. The event was announced for July 13, 2025, and since then, fans have been wondering what the card for the show will look like.

During the latest episode of the Black & Silver show, General Manager Ava confirmed at least one of the bouts for the upcoming PPV. She announced that the NXT Women’s Champion Jacy Jayne will be defending her title at the event.

To determine her opponent, Ava announced sort of a mini-tournament with two rounds. The first-round features four singles matches with the respective winners earning a spot in a #1 contenders fatal four-way match.

NXT Tournament for Women’s Title Shot

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The four qualifying matches that are set to take place at next week’s episode of the development show include names such as Jordynne Grace and Jaida Parker. The full lineup is as follows:

  • Lash Legend vs. Kelani Jordan
  • Zaria vs. Izzi Dame
  • Thea Hail vs. Jaida Parker
  • Lola Vice vs. Jordynne Grace

The NXT title match isn’t the only bout that the company is building towards for the upcoming PPV. This week’s episode of Raw featured the WWE return of Nikki Bella. The Hall of Famer cut a promo praising some members of the current roster. Liv Morgan was not happy with being excluded from this list.

She came out to confront the WWE veteran and the whole thing soon turned physical. With Morgan along with her partner Raquel Rodriguez being the reigning Women’s tag team champions, it seems logical that this segment is building towards a tag title match for Evolution against The Bella Twins.

AEW Star’s Contract Is Up Soon

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AEW Star’s Contract Is Up Soon

The future of Danhausen with AEW and ROH is reportedly uncertain, as his contract is set to expire in July.

According to a new report from Fightful, there have been no creative plans for Danhausen since his surprise return at the ROH Final Battle pay-per-view in December 2024. That appearance was his first since suffering a torn pectoral muscle in March of that year.

While Danhausen was said to have been welcomed back positively backstage at Final Battle, with the impression that he would be regularly featured again, he has not appeared on television since. The report notes that when Danhausen reached out to the company multiple times following the event, he was told there were no plans to bring him to television in those particular weeks.

Unless significant injury time is added to his deal, the very nice, very evil star could become a free agent next month. Danhausen has yet to publicly comment on his AEW contract status. 

Mariah May is now Blake Monroe

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Mariah May is now Blake Monroe

Mariah May’s new WWE ring name was indeed revealed as Blake Monroe on Tuesday’s episode of NXT on The CW. A vignette aired during the show where she was billed as “The Glamour of NXT”, continuing to use that moniker alongside her new ring name.

May made her NXT debut last week on June 3rd but her name wasn’t mentioned during that initial appearance.

The name change makes sense from WWE’s perspective since her real name is Mariah May Mead, and WWE wanted to use a name the company can trademark, as trademarking a real name is more complicated. This follows a similar pattern to other recent signings like Ricky Starks becoming Ricky Saints when he joined NXT.

The name Blake appears to be a tribute to her niece.

Ron Killings: “Put Some RESPECT On My Name!”

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Ron Killings: “Put Some RESPECT On My Name!”

Ron Killings has made an impactful return to WWE, and fans have Triple H and Nick Khan to thank for his return. Taking to X, Killings name-dropped WWE’s CCO and President when discussing his return. Killings also declared that people “put some RESPECT on my name,” demonstrating his more serious side.

The post followed a dramatic segment on Raw, where Killings delivered a heartfelt promo and cut off his signature braids. Staring right into the camera, he declared: “The truth has set me free—I am Ron Killings,” seemingly marking an end to the fun-loving R-Truth character.

The emotional reinvention marked one of the most striking character shifts in recent WWE memory, closing the door on years of comedic antics. Killings’ new side was on clear display at WWE Money in the Bank, where he attacked John Cena, the man R-Truth once called his ‘childhood hero.’

The veteran wrestler is back and with a new attitude. Whether it leads to a serious singles push or a high-profile feud, the WWE Universe is now seeing a side of Ron Killings they’ve never seen before.

R-Truth Cuts Off His Hair on WWE Raw

Chad Gable Won’t Hide His Nipples Amid Americano Speculation

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Chad Gable Won’t Hide His Nipples Amid Americano Speculation

At WWE Money in the Bank, the commentary team once again discussed whether Chad Gable and El Grande Americano, with talk turning to the pair’s respective nipples. While Michael Cole argued that Gable and Americano have identical nipples, this claim was met with bewilderment by Pat McAfee and Wade Barrett.

On Raw Recap, Gable responded to the unusual on-air commentary and made it clear he doesn’t want the topic brought up again.

“Well, I heard there was an extensive conversation about my nipples on that pay-per-view broadcast, so let’s put an end to any Chad Gable nipple talk right now.”

Gable has always rejected the notion that he and Americano are one and the same. In the interview, Gable bawked at the idea that nipples will become key identifiers like fingerprints.

“I don’t try to hide them—there’s nothing to hide. Nipples look alike, so what are you gonna tell me, you’re gonna try to match someone’s nipples? Are you crazy? What are we doing here?”

Despite the bizarre debate, Gable has had a standout week including headlining WWE x AAA Worlds Collide and competing on Raw. In terms of his nipples, Gable won’t hide what he has, no matter what Michael Cole has to say.

Jacy Jayne Fires Back at Critics After NXT Women’s Title Win

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Jacy Jayne Fires Back at Critics After NXT Women’s Title Win

Jacy Jayne isn’t paying attention to the doubters after capturing the NXT Women’s Championship. On Busted Open Radio, Jayne acknowledged that while her win took many by surprise, she wasn’t amongst them.

“Hard work eventually is going to pay off. Like I always knew I would get to this point, I just didn’t know when it would happen. So I’m not shocked.”

Jayne captured the gold from Stephanie Vaquer in what proved to be the Chilean Superstar’s farewell to WWE NXT. For Jayne, her dedication in and out of the ring has paid off.

“I would do my training here at the PC in the morning. I would take ring and then I’d do strength and conditioning. I’d go home, I’d take like a power nap and then I’d go to Flatbacks at night—Tyler Breeze and Shawn Spears’ school.”

Jayne walked into the title match as a former NXT Women’s Tag Team Champion alongside Gigi Dolin. Now with the top prize in WWE NXT around her waist, Jacy Jayne is ready to silence all who doubt she is a champion of the ring, including the recently-debuted Mariah May.

Jacy Jayne On Shock Title Win: ‘Never Doubt Me Again’

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