WWE fans in the United Kingdom have waited a long time for the region to host another pay-per-view (“premium live”) event. As it turns out, they might not have to wait much longer.
According to WrestleVotes, a WWE source says plans are underway to bring a major WWE show to Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales later this year.
The yet-to-be-named show would take place over Labor Day Weekend on Saturday, September 3rd. This is the same weekend that All Elite Wrestling typically holds the annual AEW All Out pay-per-view.
Principality Stadium is home to the Wales National Rugby Union team has a max capacity of approximately 78,000 people for boxing events.
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A WWE UK PPV in September would mark the company’s 5th stadium show of the year following:
Royal Rumble (The Dome at America’s Center in St. Louis)
Elimination Chamber (Jeddah Superdome, Saudi Arabia)
WrestleMania (AT&T Stadium, Dallas, TX)
Money in the Bank (Allegiant Stadium, Paradise, Nevada)
WWE has been talking about holding another PPV from the UK for many years. Here’s some of our previous coverage about this topic:
Joey Janela has not wrestled for AEW since January. His absence had made many fans wonder about his status with the promotion.
The AEW star himself mentioned in an interview that he might have heat backstage for an incident where he injured Eddie Kingston with a superkick.
Mike Johnson of PWinsider provided some update on it. He confirmed that Janela’s suspicion was right. The injury which delayed Kingston’s feud with Chris Jericho got him heat backstage:
“There was a lot of heat on him for the Kingston injury, as it prevented Kingston from traveling for several weeks and changed plans for TV and the Jericho feud as the promotion waited for Kingston to heal.
The report also noted that apart from Kingston, the internal belief among AEW officials is that several other talents have been hurt while working with Janela.
The Bad Boy has not been brought in since AEW’s TV taping in Charlotte, North Carolina. His current contract expires in late April and the hardcore star is not expected to be utilized again before that.
AEW has the policy of not releasing talents mid-contract and letting the deals expire instead. As of right now, a contract renewal for Joey Janela seems very unlikely.
Steve Austin recalled how he didn’t want to leave when he was forced to retire. So this comeback means a lot to him and he is getting back into in ring shape for it:
“When I left, I didn’t want to leave. WrestleMania 19, my neck had presented some problems. After I got spiked and dropped on my head back in 99, I had three, four fused up, and it was time for me to ride off into the sunset and do something else.
This comeback means a lot to me as I’ve been getting back into in-ring shape.” said Steve Austin, “I’m gonna go out there and do the absolute best I can … I’m doing this for the fans. I’m doing this for WWE. I’m doing this for me, number one.”
The former world champion also mentioned how Mania is the biggest wrestling show of the year. He said that to be part of it is really special to him.
WrestleMania 38 will be a two-night event airing from the AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The KO show featuring Steve Austin is scheduled for Saturday, April 2.
Paige VanZant has been making AEW appearances since last year. She finally signed a contract with the promotion during the March 9 episode of Dynamite.
Though even with her transition to wrestling, the UFC star is not done with MMA. According to her, she is just signed to pro wrestling at the moment.
VanZant joined WFAN’s Carton & Roberts for an interview recently. She mentioned how people have the wrong idea that you have to stick to just one thing:
“I’m not done MMA fighting at all. I think people have this idea that you have to stick with one thing, but being a mixed martial artist, and being in this sport, you can evolve and can focus on one aspect at any given time.
Definitely not retired from MMA,” said Paige VanZant, “but at this current moment, I am signed to [professional boxing and professional wrestling].”
The AEW star also opened up about how she got into fighting. She mentioned how she went through some significant bullying as a kid.
VanZant explained that her father was a huge fan of MMA and UFC. When she asked if she could try MMA, he was very supportive of it.
Visit MMA News to learn more on Paige VanZant’s MMA career.
Thunder Rosa earned another shot at the AEW Women’s World Title and cashed in on it as she beat Britt Baker for it on this week’s special edition of Dynamite, St. Patrick’s Day Slam.
They wrestled in a steel cage bout. The match headlined the show in what ended up being a crazy blood bath with various weapons being used. Baker hit an Air Raid crash to Rosa onto a stack of chairs.
Rosa took a bump on thumbtacks but she broke free and won the match after powerbombing Baker on the tacks and hitting the Fire Thunder Driver into the tacks.
On Thursday morning, Thunder Rosa commented on her championship victory. Needless to say, she’s speechless.
I have no words to describe how I feel. The love, the energy, the results of yesterday’s match. Im blessed and I’m thankful. I just know there is a lot of work to be done. Gracias a mi gente por este momento tan especial. Your NEW @AEW women’s champion #ThunderRosapic.twitter.com/IyShnGphmp
Last week on Dynamite, Rosa defeated Leyla Hirsch to become the next title challenger. Post-match, Baker appeared backstage and cut a promo about how she thought it was a conspiracy that Rosa was getting another title match so soon and she didn’t want “carny riff-raff” like Rosa becoming champion.
In recent weeks, the two stars began feuding once again as Baker hired Mercedes Martinez to take out Rosa.
Their first match took place at AEW Revolution earlier this month where the bout had frequent interference from Baker’s associates Jamie Hayter and Rebel. In the end, the finish saw Rosa take out Rebel with a spear to the floor laying out Hayter only for Britt to connect with a curb stomp to retain the title.
Rosa was the big favorite heading into their first match, but the finish of it was reportedly changed multiple times leading up to the event.
AEW Dynamite St. Patrick’s Day Slam aired live from the Freeman Coliseum in San Antonio, Texas. Britt Baker defended the AEW Women’s Championship against Thunder Rosa inside a Steel Cage. Wardlow challenged Scorpio Sky for the TNT Championship tonight. The Hardys made their AEW in-ring debut against Private Party on tonight’s Dynamite as well,
Dynamite Results (3/16)
Adam Cole & ReDRagon def. Hangman Page & Jurassic Express
Bryan Danielson & Jon Moxley def. Best Friends
Scorpio Sky def. Wardlow to retain the TNT Championship
The Hardys def. Private Party
Thunder Rosa def. Britt Baker in a Steel Cage match to capture the AEW Women’s Championship
Here are the takeaways from this week’s show:
Cole & ReDRagon Picked Up A Win
Adam Cole, Bobby Fish, and Kyle O’Reilly faced AEW Champion Hangman Page and AEW Tag Team Champions Jurassic Express (Jungle Boy & Luchasaurus) in a Trios match to begin the show. Cole and Jungle Boy started off the action and exchanged strikes in the middle of the ring. Jungle Boy got the better of Cole and leveled him with a Dropkick. Cole battled back and tagged in Bobby Fish.
ReDRagon (Fish & O’Reilly) took turns beating Jungle Boy down and kept him isolated in their corner of the ring. Jungle Boy eventually escaped and tagged in Luchasaurus for the big comeback. Luchasaurus unloaded some chops before Cole sent him into the ring post from behind. Hangman Page got the tag and connected with a Clothesline on Adam Cole. Page followed it up with a Fallaway Slam to Fish and then a Liger Bomb for a near fall. ReDRagon planted Jungle Boy with Demolition Decapitation and went for the cover but he was able to kick out as Dynamite went to a commercial break.
When Dynamite returned, Luchasaurus tagged in again and dominated. Luchasaurus connected with a Chokeslam and followed it up with a Moonsault on Fish & O’Reilly. Jungle Boy climbed to the top rope but Cole caught him with a Superkick to the face. Cole and Jungle Boy eventually were in the ring alone after the match devolved into a brawl with everyone hitting a signature move. Jungle Boy got Cole up in the Fireman’s Carry but Adam escaped and connected with the Boom for the pinfall victory.
After the match, FTW Champion Ricky Starks and Keith Lee were interviewed backstage. Starks boasted that Team Taz whooped Keith Lee’s ass last time he was on Rampage and the same thing will happen this Friday. Lee noted that he punched Starks out and he was laying on the mat “like a little bitch”. Lee ended the segment by telling Starks he will see him Friday for the FTW Championship match.
Best Friends (Chuck Taylor & Wheeler YUTA) faced Bryan Danielson & Jon Moxley tonight on Dynamite. William Regal joined commentary for the match. Danielson and Wheeler started off the action and Bryan hit some uppercuts. Moxley tagged in and planted Wheeler with a Suplex for a near fall. Chuck Taylor tagged in and sent Moxley to the floor outside the ring. Danielson and Moxley took back control and beat Taylor down as Dynamite went to a break.
When Dynamite returned, Wheeler connected with a German Suplex on Moxley but Jon powered out at two. Danielson tagged back in and unloaded the Yes Kicks on Wheeler’s chest. Yuta got fired up and wanted more and Danielson continued to boot the hell out of him. Danielson hit the Regal Plex for a close two count and tagged in Jon. Moxley applied the Guillotine Choke for the submission victory. After the match, William Regal offered to shake Wheeler Yuta’s hand. Regal then delivered a slap to Wheeler’s face before trading some words. The two nodded at each other and Wheeler exited.
Tony Schiavone caught up with FTR backstage tonight on Dynamite. Dax and Cash said that it wasn’t easy firing Tully Blanchard but it had to be done after they lost the tag titles. Young Bucks interrupted in ridiculous outfits and told FTR that there isn’t a manager that they could hire to make them anything but the 2nd best tag team in All Elite Wrestling.
— Matthew & Nicholas Jackson (@youngbucks) March 17, 2022
Chris Jericho Is A Sports Entertainer
The Jericho Appreciation Society made their way to the ring to Judas from Fozzy. Matt Lee said that there would be no more sing-a-long if it were up to him but Jericho is a better man. Jeff Parker added that Jericho deserves to be idolized.
Jericho got a great reaction and tried to turn the fans against him by saying that they are lucky to be alive during his era in wrestling. Jericho claimed that people have lived through his promos and matches over the past few decades and added that there would be no AEW without him.
Chris claimed that the members of Inner Circle didn’t appreciate him and that they are all just pro wrestlers. Jericho added that the fans take him for granted and even AEW as a whole doesn’t appreciate him enough. Jericho stated that he is legendary millionaire because he is a sports entertainer, not a pro wrestler. Jericho told 2.0 that their name is dumb and to drop it. Chris took credit for Daniel Garcia recovering from his car accident because he donated money to him. Jericho said Hager is his right hand man and “the hand of the king”. Chris declared that this was his newest reinvention and the era of the sports entertainer begins now.
Scorpio Sky defended the TNT Championship against Wardlow to kick off the 2nd hour of tonight’s episode of Dynamite. The action started off back and Sky sent Wardlow to the corner. Scorpio bit Wardlow on the head and that was a big mistake. Wardlow showed off his power with a Spinebuster and stared at Dan Lambert, Paige VanZant & Men of the Year. Paige VanZant kissed her boyfriend Austin Vanderford in front of Wardlow for a distraction. Vanderford got in Wardlow’s face and almost got a Powerbomb for his troubles. Scorpio leaped through the ropes and broke it up with a Dropkick to Wardlow as Dynamite went to a commercial.
Back from the break, Wardlow hit another Spinebuster and signaled for the Powerbomb Symphony. Wardlow hit a couple Powerbombs before Dan Lambert hopped on the ring apron for a distraction. Sky rolled out of the ring and Wardlow followed him out there. Shawn Spears showed up on the entrance ramp for a distraction and then MJF attacked Wardlow from behind. MJF shoved Wardlow head-first into the ring post and rolled him into the ring. Scorpio rolled him up to retain the TNT Championship.
After the match, Men of the Year, Vanderford, Spears, and MJF beat down Wardlow. Spears hit Wardlow over the head with a steel chair and then MJF put on the Dynamite Diamond ring. MJF clocked Wardlow in the face with it and then gave Dan Lambert a bundle of money for helping him ruin Wardlow’s TNT Championship opportunity.
The Hardys battled Private Party tonight on Dynamite. Jeff and Matt dominated the match early and isolated Quen in the ring. Jeff hit Whisper in the Wind. Private Party battled back and took control as Dynamite went to a commercial break. When Dynamite returned, Matt hit Kassidy with a Side Effect and tagged in Jeff. Private Party hit a Stomp/Neckbreaker combo on Jeff for a near fall.
Jeff hit a Dropkick on Kassidy and went for the cover but Isiah kicked out at two. Matt hit another Side Effect and Jeff followed it up with a Frog Splash for a near fall. Matt went for Razor’s Edge but Kassidy dodged it. Jeff then hit the Swanton Bomb for the pinfall victory. The crowd gave Matt and Jeff a great reaction after the victory. After the match, AFO interrupted but Sting and Darby Allin made the save to end the segment.
Thunder Rosa Captured The AEW Women’s Championship
Britt Baker defended the AEW Women’s Championship against Thunder Rosa in the main event. Thunder Rosa had a band play her to the ring and got a tremendous reaction from her hometown crowd. Thunder Rosa dominated early and busted Britt open by bashing her face into the steel cage. The champ battled back and launched Thunder Rosa into the steel. Baker regrouped on the ring apron as the blood poured down her face.
When Dynamite returned, Baker was in control and brought several steel chairs into the ring. Thunder Rosa went for a Superkick but accidentally booted the referee. Baker unloaded some chair shots and perched Thunder Rosa up in the corner of the ring. Baker set up a bunch of chairs on the canvas below and joined Rosa on the turnbuckle. Britt connected with an Air Raid Crash on the chairs and a “holy sh*t!” chant broke out.
Referee Aubrey Edwards rushed the ring as Baker went for the cover but Rosa still was able to kick out at two. Baker set up a ton of chairs but it backfired. Thunder Rosa knocked her onto the tower of chairs and went for the cover but Baker kicked out at two. Baker battled back and poured thumbtacks on the mat. Britt hit a Back Body Drop on top of the tacks for a near fall.
Britt put on the glove and went for the Lockjaw but Thunder Rosa escaped after slamming Britt’s hand onto the tacks. Thunder Rosa hit Baker with a Powerbomb onto the tacks. Baker rolled out of the ring and the challenger chased her. Baker grabbed a steel chair and bashed Thunder Rosa in the midsection before returning to the ring. Thunder Rosa hit the Fire Thunder Driver for the pinfall victory. Thunder Rosa is the new AEW Women’s Champion. Thunder Rosa celebrated with Dustin Rhodes after the match.
“Stone Cold” Steve Austin isn’t ruling out one last match after all.
Austin is scheduled to make an appearance during night one (April 2) of WrestleMania 38. The two-night event will be held inside AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. While he won’t be having a match, Austin will be appearing on “The KO Show” to confront Kevin Owens.
Time will tell just how physical Austin will get as it could be a sign of the future.
Steve Austin On One Last Match
Appearing on the Rich Eisen Show, Steve Austin said that he no longer rules out possibly having one more match (h/t Wrestle Purists).
“In this business, never say never. I said I would never get in, but prompted by the right person at the right time, hell, I wish he (Kevin Owens) would have pissed me off a little sooner than he did to give me more time to prep.”
“Stone Cold’s” last match took place back in March 2003. He was pinned by The Rock at WrestleMania 19. Austin is 57 years old but we’ve seen Sting, who will turn 63 in a few days, have a successful run despite his age.
Austin has made several appearances in WWE after his retirement. At one point he was even the co-general manager of Monday Night Raw along with Eric Bischoff. “Stone Cold” headlined the WWE Hall of Fame class of 2009.
Finn Balor has cleared the air on his absence from the 2022 Royal Rumble.
Balor’s exclusion from the big event left many confused. Wrestle Votes reported that Balor wasn’t injured but he wasn’t in the United States during the Royal Rumble. The report also noted that he’d make his return well before WrestleMania.
Why Finn Balor Missed Royal Rumble
During an interview with BT Sport, Finn Balor explained that he had visa issues, which prevented him from attending Royal Rumble this year (h/t Fightful).
“I’m gonna give you an exclusive here because I haven’t spoken about this once. I didn’t want to take any time off, I didn’t want to miss any shows. I didn’t need any time off, I wasn’t injured. Legally, my visa needed to be renewed and I needed to go home to Ireland to go to the U.S Embassy to get a new visa.
“That’s why I wasn’t at the Royal Rumble and that’s why I wasn’t there for a month. And everyone is asking questions, Finn’s not there, Finn’s not here, and it was strictly because of legal paperwork that needed to be done. It had to be rectified. It had been pushed and pushed because we couldn’t travel and because of COVID, and then it was kinda like a window opening and I said ‘Look, we’re gonna have to do it so let’s just do it now.’
“The time off was taken reluctantly in January to take care of that paperwork but it’s now taken care of for the next ten years.”
As of this writing, Balor doesn’t have anything locked up for WrestleMania officially. With that said, he is the WWE United States Champion and has been feuding with Damian Priest. Perhaps a title rematch between the two will take place on “The Grandest Stage of Them All.”
William Regal is as healthy as he’s ever been but there was a time when things were touch and go.
Regal is known for being one of the smartest minds in the wrestling industry. He played a crucial role backstage during his time on the NXT brand. He knew a thing or two about mixing it up inside the ring as well, often putting on technical masterclasses.
Today, Regal can be seen on AEW TV but in an alternate universe, he is no longer with us.
William Regal’s Dire Health Scare
Serving as a guest on Talk Is Jericho, William Regal reflected on the time doctors told him he would soon pass away (h/t Wrestling Headlines).
“Once I was released – I went home two weeks before Christmas. The reason being, which we might get to, the last time my family were all together was 2018 for Christmas, and I was in hospital for eight weeks. I was given at one point 24 hours to live, I had sepsis in my leg, they were gonna cut my leg off. This is January 4, 2019. So I insisted on going home for Christmas, because you know I’ve been through a lot. I had a hell of year 2018… sorry, it’s a bit, like, I usually just tell people, but now I’m sat with you and I’m comfortable, things hit you a little bit…”
Regal said eventually, doctors discovered that he had a sack around his heart that “completely calcified.” Regal expressed gratitude to WWE for getting him a doctor who could perform a pericardiectomy.
The former WWE and WCW star then began to experience fluid constantly leaking out of his legs. Regal was facing amputation before receiving an injection to save one of his legs.
Fortunately, Regal’s past health issues are behind him and he’s moving forward. He now manages the team of Bryan Danielson and Jon Moxley. He’ll also have a backstage role with AEW on top of his onscreen presence.
The Hardys will make their AEW in-ring debut as a team on tonight’s St. Patrick’s Slam edition of AEW Dynamite. They’ll battle Private Party’s Isiah Kassidy and Marq Quen.
This will be Matt and Jeff’s first time teaming together on national television in three years. AEW President Tony Khan booked the match after Private Party’s shocking betrayal of Matt last week.
In a press release sent in to SEScoops, Khan was quoted saying:
“It was incredible to hear the huge pop from the crowd when the Hardys’ music hit, and to see Jeff Hardy reunited with Matt at AEW: Dynamite last week was an amazing moment for fans around the world.”
“Jeff Hardy transcends time and is associated with some of wrestling’s most iconic moments. Reuniting the Hardys and bringing their encyclopedia of experience to AEW will give fans another exciting chapter in Matt and Jeff’s storied legacy in wrestling. Isiah Kassidy and Marq Quen turning on Matt Hardy, a wrestler they grew up idolizing, is a betrayal that cuts deep, and now Isiah and Marq will face the brothers who inspired their careers. This will be a battle of two of the most innovative tag teams today – Private Party vs. Matt and Jeff Hardy tonight on AEW: Dynamite.”
AEW St. Patrick’s Day Slam 2022 Preview
AEW is advertising the following items for AEW Dynamite:
Steel Cage Match: Britt Baker defends the AEW Women’s World Championship against Thunder Rosa
Bryan Danielson and Jon Moxley vs. Chuck Taylor and Wheeler Yuta.
Hangman Page & Jurassic Express vs. Adam Cole and reDRagon
Wardlow challenges new TNT Champion Scorpio Sky
The Jericho Appreciation Society has their official “commencement”
Check out the latest AEW Control Center for an exclusive look at the two big title matches scheduled for St. Patrick’s Day Slam:
NXT Stand and Deliver is the next premium live event from WWE’s developmental brand. The main event is set and the card is taking shape. Following this week’s NXT 2.0, we now have six matches confirmed for the show.
NXT Stand and Deliver 2022 Card
NXT Championship: Dolph Ziggler (c) vs. Bron Breakker
NXT Women’s Championship: Mandy Rose (c) vs. Cora Jade
North American Championship Ladder match: Carmelo Hayes (c) vs. Santos Escobar vs. TBA vs. TBA vs. TBA
NXT Women’s Tag Team Championship: Toxic Attraction (c) vs. Dusty Classic Winners
NXT Tag Team Championship: Imperium (c) vs. The Creed Brother vs. MSK
Tommaso Ciampa vs. Tony D’Angelo
NXT Stand and Deliver 2022 takes place Saturday, April 2nd from Dallas, Texas at the American Airlines Center. The show streams live on Peacock just hours before WrestleMania Saturday kicks off.
WWE Superstar Big E is on the road to recovery after breaking his neck last Friday night during a freak accident on WWE SmackDown.
The following day, Big E provided an update on his condition. Doctors told him his C1 and C6 vertebrae are fractured. Thankfully, he is able to move his extremities, his spinal cord did not sustain any damage, the neck fracture was not displaced and he probably will not require surgery.
His longtime friend and New Day partner Kofi Kingston was among several WWE Superstars who visited Big E in the hospital Friday night. Kingston said Big E was in good spirits.
Big E returned home earlier this week, another encouraging sign.
Latest Update from Big E
On Wednesday, Big E posted a message on social media updating fans once again. The former WWE Champion says he used to feel alone when dealing with life’s hardships.
He’s heard from so many people since his accident and says he feels “immeasurably loved” and supported from so many people reaching out to check on him.
I used to endure difficult things in my life and I felt very alone. But I feel so immeasurably loved and supported. I was not prepared for the sheer volume of DMs, calls, texts, visits, etc. I’ll never be able to adequately thank you all.
Prior to his injury, Big E was scheduled to compete at WrestleMania 38. Sources say that WWE planned for The New Day to battle Sheamus, Ridge Holland and Butch in a 6-man tag match.
SEScoops wishes Big E a quick and speedy recovery.
Judas, the seventh studio album by Chris Jericho’s band FOZZY has been awarded gold status by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
The album has been certified Gold after surpassing 500,000 units sold.
Judas, the lead single from the 2017 album, serves as Chris Jericho’s entrance music in All Elite Wrestling.
Jericho took to social media on Wednesday to announce the milestone. Jericho calls this a “HUGE” honor and a dream come true for himself and the band.
We are starting the #ThreeDaysOfFozzy by announcing that our single #Judas has been awarded GOLD status by the @RIAA, after surpassing 500,000 units SOLD!! This is a HUGE honor…especially in 2022…and is a dream come true for me & @FOZZYROCK! Thanks to ALL of u who listened! pic.twitter.com/fRy9Tb51xN
You are beautiful on the inside You are innocence personified And I will drag you down and sell you out Run away
I am cold like December snow I have carved out this soul made of stone And I will drag you down and sell you out Embraced by the darkness, I’m losing the light Encircled by demons, I fight
What have I become, now that I’ve betrayed Everyone I’ve ever loved, I pushed them all away And I have been a slave to the Judas in my mind Is there something left for me to save In the wreckage of my life, my life
I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming Judas in, Judas in my mind
I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming Judas in, Judas in my mind Judas in my mind
Oh, this guilt is a heavy cross There is blood on the path I walk And each step I take is haunting me Embraced by the darkness, I’m losing the light Encircled by demons, I fight
What have I become, now that I’ve betrayed Everyone I’ve ever loved, I pushed them all away And I have been a slave to the Judas in my mind Is there something left of me to save In the wreckage of my life, my life
I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming Judas in, Judas in my mind I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming Judas in, Judas in my mind Judas in my mind Judas in my mind
What have I become, now that I’ve betrayed Everyone I’ve ever loved, I pushed them all away And I have been a slave to the Judas in my mind Is there something left of me to save In the wreckage of my life, my life
I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming Judas in, Judas in my mind I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming I’m becom-, I’m becom-, I’m becoming Judas in, Judas in my mind Judas in my mind
William Regal has a long history with Bryan Danielson with many chapters in it. One such chapter was when Regal wrestled the former world champion in what he thought was his last match. This match, which was one of the wrestling veteran’s final outings in the ring, took place during a Superstars episode in November 2011. It was also the final time the two superstars shared a ring for a bout. The former NXT GM had suffered a leg injury the night before but Bryan carried him masterfully without letting anyone know about his injury.
Regal told his story during his appearance on Talk Is Jericho. He mentioned how he decided to put Bryan over because of their history together. Recalling the incident made Regal emotional:
“I tore me meniscus in my right leg. The next night I’m on with Bryan. They were going ‘no you can’t wrestle, you can’t wrestle.’ I said ‘no I want to put him over because he is the person who has stuck around me and listened to all my nonsense for the last [so many years] and comment and called me and sent me stuff. And I’ve sent him to places and put good words in for him and whatever else. If there is one person I wanna to have my last match with its him.’ So if you watch that match, you will see me walk down to the ring and then they actually played a rib on me. [They] played my old Man’s man music halfway down the ramp. I’m glad because they had to help me in the building that day. I couldn’t walk. I don’t like giving away this you know, that old fashioned things.
But If you watch that match it’s 17 minutes of him carrying me because I can’t walk,” said William Regal. He got emotional telling the story and took a moment to compose himself. “Sorry,” he continued. “He did a masterful job. He actually even wrestled and did stuff on my leg without bending it.”
After all the effort Bryan Danielson put in the match to make it memorable for Regal, the wrestling veteran was praying that people in the office would take notice of the former ROH star. This is exactly what happened. Bryan was playing a heel in the match. His performance impressed the boss himself, leading to a heel push:
“If you know that. You go into that [match] with this [knowledge] and watch what a masterful job he did of carrying me. He even made it look like he bent my leg around the corner post and never bent. We came out there and I thought [I’ll] put in [a word for him]. I was happy. [I thought] hopefully somebody is gonna pay attention to this because this lad’s something special, which they already were. But it was just my little thing. [I believed] that’s it. I’m done now, I’m probably [done wrestling] That’s it. because I was already doing bits of commentary. [I thought] That’s it, I’m gone.
I came back and Mr. McMahon was there. I never thought he watched Superstars. He was right there to [see] me. He shook hands and Bryan walked off. He went. ‘Thank you very much.’ He said ‘That was a good old proper wrestling match.’ He said ‘that lads gonna make a good villain, ain’t he?'”
If you use any quotes from the article please credit SEScoops with an H/t for transcription
The Undertaker will be headlining the 2022 class of Hall Of Fame. Vader and Queen Sharmell both have also been announced for inductions alongside him.
Steiner Brothers, consisting of Rick Steiner and Scott Steiner are one team that has been rumored for an induction but are yet to be confirmed.
While the duo have not officially been announced for Hall Of Fame yet, PWinsider is reporting that several Steiner family members including Rick are slated to be in Dallas for the WrestleMania 38 week.
The site also noted that there are currently no plans for Batista to be inducted into HOF this year. Though he is expected to be in attendance for Taker’s induction.
As far as his own induction goes, it’s believed that the Animal will be inducted into Hall Of Fame next year. WrestleMania 39 will take place from Hollywood.
Another name who will unsurprisingly be in attendance for the ceremony with Undertaker being inducted is Glenn “Kane” Jacobs.
Finally, Queen Sharmell who is the only announced female inductee of this year so far will be inducted by her husband Booker T.
The Hall Of Fame ceremony this year will be taking place from the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. It will air on Friday, April 1 at 10 pm Eastern Time, right after the broadcast of SmackDown.
While Triple H didn’t pick his favorites during his time as the head of NXT, he did have a core group of talents he preferred over others, according to Swerve Strickland.
The now former WWE star appeared on the Getting Over podcast. Among other things, he discussed how The Game ran the development brand during his time there.
Strickland said that Triple H didn’t buy into him until Hit Row became a thing. He then explained how the WWE EVP chose which guys he wanted to push:
“He’s one of those guys like, he has those talents on the show that he knows and he’s well-acquainted with and it’s hard for him to deviate from those guys. When he’s set on someone, he’s set on them.
Anybody who says that he doesn’t, like, I wouldn’t call it picking favorites,” said Swerve Strickland, “but if somebody says he doesn’t have his core guys, you’re one of the core guys. You know what I mean?”
The AEW star continued his explanation saying that Triple H missed out on people like Matt Riddle and Bianca Belair because he was focused on his core group of talent.
According to him, when you are running a weekly product like NXT, you have to prefer some people over others. You want to go to your guaranteed guys.
Alongside people such as The Undertaker and Vader, the 2022 Hall Of Fame class will also feature former WWE star and the wife of Booker T, Sharmell.
The former WCW world champion talked about this induction in detail during the latest episode of his Hall Of Fame podcast, alongside other things.
Booker claimed that he is proud to see his queen take her place inside the Hall Of Fame. According to him, it’s the ultimate stamp of approval:
“I’m happy and I’m proud to see my queen take her place inside the Hall of Fame. I’ve always said it many times that Sharmell didn’t get the recognition that a lot of the girls have always got, but this is the ultimate recognition.
It’s the ultimate stamp of approval” said Booker T, “saying we really appreciate everything that you’ve done for the business as well as for this company.”
Santos Escobar’s interview time backstage was interrupted by Rey & Dominik Mysterio. They set up a match between Dominik and Raul Mendoza for later in the night.
The match was short with the majority of the offense going to Dominik. There was outside interference from the heels. Dominik hit a frog splash off the top rope for the win.
Last week on the show, Dolph Ziggler beat Bron Breakker and Tommaso Ciampa in a triple threat bout to win the WWE NXT Title.
WWE had Ziggler appear on Miz TV on this show. Miz actually had fans chanting his name at first. He plugged his WrestleMania match and then introduced Ziggler. Ziggler said being NXT champion feels right. Robert Rood said everyone knows there are no rules in a triple threat bout and he always follows the rules, a heel play on costing Bron the win.
LA Knight came out to a monster pop and recalled Ziggler taking his advice to come to NXT. LA said if Bron can’t be here tonight to challenge for the title then it should be him. Ziggler said he’s a fighting champion but only fights superstars. Miz said Ziggler has a point and while Knight is going to be a major player, it just won’t be now. LA said he’s a megastar and any day of the week he can take the title off Ziggler. LA wants Ziggler to show him that NXT is his show. Ziggler said the day LA finds out where the main event is then that’s where he’ll find him. Miz booked the match for the headliner of the show.
The match was saved for the main event. After a back and forth match, Knight started getting near falls. Ziggler went over with his finisher. Breakker came out to the ring and demanded his rematch for the title at Stand and Deliver. Ziggler accepted.
This feud started last week after Pirotta said that she and Duke Hudson had a great weekend and Hartwell asked if she even cares if they lost their Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic match. Pirotta stated she was carrying the team and did not like that Hartwell wasn’t supportive of her relationship. They argued before Hartwell suggested they deal with it in the ring.
The match was short with going over Indi going over with a roll up. Post-match, Indi made out with Loomis and Persia made out with Hudson.
Last week, a vignette aired showing A-Kid where he said he was the first Spanish WWE superstar and worked hard to get signed to NXT UK. He brought up being the first Heritage Cup Champion.
It was actually a back and forth bout that saw Kushida get plenty of offense so it wasn’t a showcase match for A-Kid, who did go over with his finisher.
Cameron Grimes vs. Santos Escobar was booked in a qualifier for the Fatal 5 Way NXT North American Title Ladder Match at Stand & Deliver. Already confirmed for the upcoming bout includes current champion Carmelo Hayes.
The back and forth bout ended with Santos going over with his finisher.
Killer Kross is slated to make his New Japan Pro-Wrestling debut in less than a month as the promotion released a new vignette to hype his arrival.
The former WWE star will be working for the company on April 1st at Lonestar Shootout in Dallas, Texas. Kross issued a match challenge in the video and brought up Minoru Suzuki’s name so that could be a future match made.
While with WWE, he was pushed as a top star in NXT and became a two-time NXT Champion. Alongside real-life fiance and on-screen partner Scarlett Bordeaux, they immediately got over with their entrance.
However, while on the main roster, he treaded water due to booking. The company repackaged him a few different times including wearing a helmet during his entrance. WWE had been planning to repackage him again before he was let go last November.
Kross has competed for Warrior Wrestling, MLW, WrestlePro and Future Stars of Wrestling since becoming a free agent. Here’s the current lineup for Lonestar Shootout:
Ren Narita vs. Rocky Romero
David Finlay, Juice Robinson, Daniel Garcia & Kevin Knight vs. Máscara Dorada, Yuya Uemura, Karl Fredericks & Clark Connors
WWE legend Bret Hart has shared his tribute to Scott Hall.
During their time in the then WWF, Hart and Hall as Razor Ramon had several matches against each other. The most notable match was Hart’s successful WWE Championship defense against Hall at Royal Rumble on Jan. 24, 1993.
Wrestling fans and legends like Hulk Hogan have paid their respects to Hall after passing away at 63 on Mar. 14. After learning of his passing, Hart shared his tribute on Facebook about his former rival and reflected on the working conditions they faced in their careers.
“I’m saddened to hear of the passing of Scott Hall. I wasn’t very close with Scott in his later years, but upon reflection, I can flashback to many happy and fun memories of the days when he was my friend. I think Scott carried many heavy crosses long before I ever knew him. He was a good friend to Owen long before he became Razor Ramon. Wrestling life can be so much fun, and at the same time, it can take all you have at the same time,” said Hart.
Bret Hart on the Work Conditions during his Era
Professional wrestling is a challenging job to have. Wrestlers have shared stories about the working conditions and struggle to balance family life throughout the decades. Hart reflected on their working conditions, including Hall, in their careers in the post.
“…We’ve lost so many wrestlers from my era, and this is just one more to a list that’s far too long. I won’t blame anyone thing, but I do believe that if the days of wrestling 300 days a year had been kinder and more considerate if we could’ve been home with our loved ones more, many of my old friends and brothers would still be here,” said Hart.
Hart has also shared on Facebook that his niece Tanya Hart has passed away. She is the daughter of Smith Hart. He shared that she had a difficult life but is at peace now.
(Via Bret Hart Instagram)
SEScoops sends our condolences to The Hart and Hall families.
WWE has taken the first step to dismiss a lawsuit against them by MLW. Major League Wrestling filed a lawsuit this past January where they alleged attempts to monopolize the wrestling market and undermine the competition.
The center of the case is regarding a potential partnership with streaming service Tubi as MLW accused WWE of not wanting Tubi, owned by FOX, to work with a rival promotion and that the company put a stop to the deal before it could be completed.
WWE’s attorney Jerry McDevitt has publicly stated that MLW shouldn’t be suing WWE, but rather Tubi for breaking the deal. WWE was served with it on January 14th. MLW was granted a motion to seal their financial information.
WWE has filed a motion to dismiss the case as they argued that LLW failed to please “a facially sustainable relevant market, monopoly power or anticompetitive conduct, or antitrust injury.”
They also argued, “MLW’s claim for intentional interference with contractual relations is unsupported by factual allegations, and what allegations MW pleads are entirely implausible.”
Finally, WWE argued the case should be thrown out as neither company is a resident in California, which is where the lawsuit is filed.
WWE has filed a motion today to dismiss MLW's lawsuit in California, which was filed in January, alleging WWE interfered in potential MLW media deals including one with Tubi.
Maxwell Jacob Friedman’s parents are not happy with their son.
“The Nicest Guy In Pro Wrestling” turns 26 today, March 15th. While most parents would celebrate their son’s birthday, MJF parents expressed disappointment in their son’s recent attitude.
Nina and Steven Friedman posted pictures of their son on Twitter with some not-so-kind words about him. (The tweets should be taken as a joke, but they continues MJF’s gimmick of his parents being unhappy with him.)
Nina tweeted a photo of MJF that said, “Happy Birthday to this once….SWEET, ADORABLE, LOVING, ANGELIC, INNOCENT BABY BOY! I don’t know what the FU#% happened to you or where you went, but today I will choose to remember this child and pray he will be back someday soon!”
Happy Birthday to this once….SWEET, ADORABLE, LOVING, ANGELIC, INNOCENT BABY BOY! I dont’t know what the FU#% happened to you or where you went but today i will choose to remember this child and pray he will be back some day soon! pic.twitter.com/UbpdVAROc2
Another person that took a shot at MJF on Twitter was Capt. Shawn Dean, which could turn into a match on AEW.
Dean hopes to remind MJF that he did defeat him at AEW Dynamite on Jan 5., despite it being by disqualification. In the match, CM Punk gave the Captain a GTS to make the referee disqualify MJF. Dean’s win also gave MJF his first loss of the year.
MJF refuses to acknowledge that the Captain defeated him. Regardless, Dean mocked MJF with a Happy Birthday video and showed off a T-shirt that says: “I Beat You and You Know It.” It’s unclear if AEW is interested in having a rematch or a feud between the two. However, Dean does point out that MJF has had a difficult start to his 2022 year in AEW, which the company could use for another feud for MJF.
MJF is in a unique situation in AEW. He seemingly finished his feud with CM Punk in defeat at AEW Revolution on Mar. 7. The loss to CM Punk has also removed MJF from the AEW world title picture.
It’s unclear what his employers have planned for MJF. His former bodyguard Wardlow has moved on from him and is the number one contender for the TNT Champion. AEW has teased tension between the two for several months. It’s possible MJF could feud with Wardlow next, potentially with the TNT Championship at stake.
Women’s History Month is officially upon us, and in the midst of WrestleMania season, WWE has already announced three premiere women’s matches for the biggest event of the year.
Last year, Bianca Belair captured the Smackdown Women’s Championship by defeating Sasha Banks in the main event of night 1 of WrestleMania 37. Three years ago, Becky Lynch emerged as the Smackdown and RAW Women’s Champions in the first ever Women’s Main Event of WrestleMania. In 2022, the two victors of the only women’s WrestleMania main events collide with the RAW Women’s Championship on the line.
Before this path for WrestleMania 38 was forged however, Becky Lynch faced possibly her toughest opponent to date, in the form of WWE Hall of Famer, Lita. On February 19th in Saudi Arabia, four-time WWE Women’s Champion Lita competed for singles gold for the first time in over fifteen years. After an impressive performance in the Royal Rumble, Lita returned to RAW to challenge RAW Women’s Champion Becky Lynch to an enticing challenge: Lita wanted a shot at the RAW Women’s Championship at Elimination Chamber. Hesitantly, Becky Lynch accepted.
Once at Elimination Chamber, this matchup breeded brilliance amongst both competitors. Becky Lynch landed all of her signature moves: The Bexploder, Disarm-her submission, and the Manhandle Slam. However, it was not enough to faze the WWE Hall of Famer. Meanwhile, Lita brought out blasts from the past, hitting a Stratusphere, a Twist of Fate, and her iconic Litasault. Both competitors battled back and forth, kicking out of each other’s powerful moves.
The live crowd in Saudi Arabia watched on in amazement, while the WWE Universe watching at home watched awestruckly, praising the battle between both performers. It should be noted too that unlike some of her previous matchups, Becky Lynch ran by the books in this bout, with no rope leverage assists and virtually no underhanded tactics. Perhaps it was a sign of respect and admiration for her opponent, Lita.
In the end, Becky Lynch retained the RAW Women’s Championship by hitting a Manhandle Slam on Lita, gaining the pinfall. After the match though, Lita basked in the thunderous ovation of the live crowd, a sign of deep respect for the WWE Hall of Famer.
Lita had previously come out of retirement for a quick match at RAW 1,000, then in 2018 at the Royal Rumble and Evolution pay-per-views. This time though, she ran a legit program with one of the biggest stars of today’s generation in WWE.
The courage and fight exemplified throughout Lita’s performance at Elimination Chamber beautifully demonstrates the aura of past generations of women in WWE. Despite not being given their proper dues during their initial run, reemergences like Lita’s exemplifies the drawing power and benefit of bringing back legends into today’s landscape of superstars.
Another prime example of this benefit played out in the summer of 2019 between Charlotte Flair and seven-time WWE Women’s Champion, Trish Stratus. The two formally collided at SummerSlam, but the presence of Stratus definitely added extra leverage to drawing value of the women’s matches that night. Stratus unlocked a new reportoire while also revisiting her signature moves in her fight against Flair. Historically, the story of this encounter was beautifully written too.
For nearly 13 years, Trish Stratus held the record for most Women’s Championships won in WWE. In 2019, Charlotte Flair shattered that record, making her the most decorated women’s champion in the history of the company. Rightfully so, Stratus returned to the ring later that year to not only go one-on-one with the woman who beat her record, but to further elevate the current generation of female superstars.
Even in defeat, Stratus received a wide ovation from the WWE Universe that night in Toronto, as well as online praise from spectators watching from around the world. Similarly, the addition of surprise entrants to Royal Rumble matches has drawn equivalent excitment and drawing power through returning legends every year.
The WWE Universe undeniably “pops” at the return of (most) female legends. Much like we’ve seen from their male counterparts, invested programs with a mix of legends and current talent has often proved to captivate the audience in numerous ways. It’s a nostalgic familiarity blended with the modern style and look of today’s generation of superstars that serves a spectucular showcase of women’s wrestling.
The stars of the past carry much drawing power, experience, and importance. They paved the way for today’s generation of talent. Many of today’s stars yearn for matches with many of the stars of the past as well, so why not capitalize?
The wrestling world lost a legend on Monday with the passing of Scott Hall.
One of the most influential performers of his generation, Hall was the epitome of “cool” in the 1990s. Whether it was during his time as Razor Ramon in the World Wrestling Federation, or using his real name as a member of the nWo in WCW, Hall left a mark on the industry that won’t soon be forgotten.
You’d be hard-pressed to find a kid in the 1990s that didn’t imitate the man at some point during their adolescence — the toothpick throw, the signature walk or yelling out a “Hey yo!” Scott Hall became ingrained in popular culture.
For those wanting to relive some of the great moments of his storied career, here are seven must-watch Scott Hall matches for fans familiar to the man (or for those who want to become more acquainted with some of his best work).
Razor Ramon vs. 1-2-3 Kid, WWE RAW (May 17, 1993)
In the early days of RAW, this was a match that made it known that the show couldn’t be missed. In addition, on this same broadcast, Marty Jannetty defeated Shawn Michaels for the Intercontinental Championship. It was a historic night indeed.
This was Hall taking a pinfall that nobody saw coming for a man who would become one of his best friends in life, Sean Waltman. The finish would be replayed numerous times over the years as one of the most shocking moments on WWE television. It shows the generous side of Scott Hall. It’s not an in-ring classic, it’s very brief, but it’s on this list for historical significance.
Echoing history nearly 10 years later, Hall did a similar job for a rising young star in New Japan Pro Wrestling, Hiroshi Tanahashi.
Razor Ramon vs. Shawn Michaels, WrestleMania X (March 20, 1994)
This is the most obvious choice on the list. The most famous match of Hall’s career, and arguably his most influential. Though there had been a ladder match in the WWE before this (Bret Hart vs. Shawn Michaels in 1992 for the IC Title), this was the first time a ladder match was featured as part of a PPV.
Introducing the majority of wrestling fans at the time to a new match concept, Hall and Michaels (two real-life good friends) went out and electrified Madison Square Garden. The match received five stars in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter and won Match of the Year for 1994.
Watching the match now, the spots might seem tame in comparison to the more psychotic ladder matches we have seen since, but this one stands the test of time for its next-level psychology and historical significance.
Razor Ramon vs. Shawn Michaels, WWE RAW (August 1, 1994)
This was Shawn Michaels’ first television match since the aforementioned ladder match at WrestleMania X. The backdrop was the fact that Diesel (Kevin Nash, Intercontinental Champion at the time) would be defending his belt against Razor at SummerSlam just a couple of weeks later in Chicago.
This bout opens the RAW broadcast and is a doozy. From the first opening moments, Shawn is bumping all over the place for the much bigger Hall, letting him showcase his powerful offense.
As a bonus, this was the first episode of WWE television after Vince McMahon was acquitted of charges in the famous steroid trial. Randy Savage leans into this on commentary, with a “hung jury” being mentioned on more than one occasion.
Razor is outnumbered here, leading to Todd Pettengill mentioning moments after the match that Ramon might need to start looking into getting backup for SummerSlam. That would end up being none other than legendary NFL running back Walter Payton.
Walter Payton and Scott Hall/Razor Ramon at SummerSlam 1994.
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Razor Ramon and 1-2-3 Kid vs. Shawn Michaels and Diesel, WWE Action Zone (October 30, 1994)
Four best friends going out of their way to make each other look great. A bout that aired on WWE’s new Sunday broadcast (this was just the second episode of Action Zone) and did it’s best to make the new show can’t-miss programming.
This match earned 4.5 stars in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Given the short-lived television show it aired on, it has been hard to find over the years. However, it was released on a couple of Coliseum Videos at the time (Slamfest ’95 and Shawn Michaels:Hits From The Heartbreak Kid) and was featured on the 2015 Kliq Rules DVD set from WWE. Hits from the Heartbreak Kid is available on Peacock and the WWE Network.
Razor Ramon vs. Owen Hart, WWE RAW (January 9, 1995)
Another outstanding bout that opened a WWE RAW broadcast. Razor was the Intercontinental Champion at the time, taking on Owen Hart in the final days of his feud with his brother Bret (Bret’s involved in the finish of the match).
The crowd that night at Houston’s Summit is on fire as, similar to the RAW match with Shawn referenced above, Owen bumps all over the place to make Razor look like a million bucks. There’s never a dull moment throughout the match — 100% action-packed from bell to bell in front of what has always been a great wrestling city.
Razor Ramon vs. Shawn Michaels, WWE SummerSlam (August 27, 1995)
The sequel to the WrestleMania X ladder match. Razor and Shawn take up the ladder once again for the Intercontinental Championship, this time in Pittsburgh. Honestly, some people actually prefer this one to the WrestleMania match, and it’s pretty close to a toss-up. I’d go with WrestleMania due to the historic nature of the match, but this one is really damn good, too.
This match would rank as one of the top 10 WWE matches of the 1990s by most accounts. You owe it to yourself to watch it if you’ve never seen it, especially if you’ve only seen the much more talked about WrestleMania ladder match.
Other than an IC Title match with Goldust at Royal Rumble 1996, this would end up being one of Razor’s last significant matches during his original run with WWE. Less than one year later, he’d be lighting it up with the nWo in WCW. Which leads us to…
The Outsiders vs. Randy Savage, Lex Luger and Sting, WCW Bash at the Beach (July 7, 1996)
This one is more for the history than the match itself, although it’s not bad by any means. Ring work wise, it doesn’t live up to the matches listed above, but it’s iconic for a different reason.
This was the night the nWo was born. Hall and Nash, The Outsiders, promised a mystery partner. They work almost the entire match by themselves, but then in the closing moments, Hulk Hogan comes down and turns his back on WCW, aligning himself with Hall and Nash to form the New World Order. A new wrestling boom period was born and Hall was crucial to its success.
Hall had been the original Outsider, debuting with the company unannounced six weeks earlier during the Memorial Day broadcast of WCW Nitro. His arrival started a spark, Nash’s subsequent arrival at Great American Bash kept the momentum building, and Hogan’s heel turn was the fire being lit for one of the most memorable periods in wrestling history.
Final Thoughts
Other matches that just missed the cut but are absolutely worth checking out:
Razor Ramon vs. Bret Hart, WWE Royal Rumble 1993
Razor Ramon vs. Bret Hart, WWE King of the Ring 1993
Razor Ramon vs. Owen Hart, WWE King of the Ring 1994
Razor Ramon vs. Rick Martel, WWE RAW (October 11, 1993)
Scott Hall, Kevin Nash and Syxx vs. Roddy Piper, Ric Flair and Kevin Greene, WCW Slamboree 1997
What are your own favorite Scott Hall matches? Let us know in the comments section or give me a shout on Twitter, @ryandroste.
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Brian Gewirtz has played a key role in The Rock’s success dating back to their time in WWE and he feels “The Great One” has at least one more match in him.
It’s well-known by now that The Rock is busy. He’s Hollywood’s biggest star and is always in demand. He has found a way to take some time off for WWE appearances and even wrestled John Cena in back-to-back WrestleMania events.
Finally, The Rock Has Come Back?
During an interview with TV Insider, Brian Gewirtz said that he wouldn’t rule out the possibility of The Rock making his return to the squared circle.
“I sometimes learn of Dwayne’s wrestling aspirations the way everyone else does: through his social media posts. There are so many factors that go into Dwayne’s appearance in terms of a WWE ring. Between his movie schedule and health.
“Infamously at WrestleMania against John Cena, it resulted in some pretty horrific injuries that required surgery and the delaying of the Hercules movie at the time. I also know this is a passion and business he was born into and born with. That never truly goes away.
“I don’t know if you’ve seen the guy lately, but he is in pretty good shape. I think he could probably do it if push came to shove. I think it comes down to what he wants to do and when. It comes down to what Dwayne wants to do. I’m sure WWE would be more than happy to have him.”
Of course, WWE is hoping to pull off a match between The Rock and WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns in 2023. Whether or not they can pull it off remains to be seen. To many, it would be the biggest match the wrestling industry has seen in quite some time.
