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Bandido Confirms Injury After ROH Final Battle Return

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Bandido Confirms Injury After ROH Final Battle Return

At Ring of Honor Final Battle, Bandido made his highly anticipated return after an 18-month hiatus due to a wrist injury. Unfortunately, it has been reported that the masked star suffered a concussion during his comeback. Bandido addressed the situation on Instagram, confirming his injury but reassuring fans that he plans to return stronger than ever.

“All I can do is thank God for allowing me to wake up another day after all that has been through!. The blow was in a delicate area of my head, now just to wait till there is no brain inflammation. Thank you to all my people who have been messaging me asking about my current status!!. It’s been hard to cope with these days with myself, too much frustration runs over my head. The hardest battle of my life is coming, with myself!! All I can say is that I will try to return a thousand and one times to the squad!! so I achieve it at some point or stay trying…!

“Neither you, nor me, nor anyone will hit as hard as life but no matter how hard you do it!” No matter how hard you resist and keep moving forward, that’s how you win” ROCKY BALBOA”

Bandido’s return came after the ROH World Championship match, where he intervened to save Matt Cardona from a post-match assault by The Learning Tree. A former ROH World Champion himself, Bandido last competed in June 2023, when he sustained a severe wrist injury. Following the incident, he underwent wrist surgery and a subsequent operation in December of the same year.

Stay connected with SEScoops for updates on Bandido’s recovery and his journey back to the ring after this latest setback.

Lilian Garcia Shares How Infestation Almost Ended Her Announcing Career

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Lilian Garcia has made her triumphant return to WWE programming, but only after overcoming a career-threatening health ordeal. On Instagram, Garcia opened up about her struggle with severe breathing problems caused by mold infestations in three different homes.

“It caused severe inflammation in my lungs. That inflammation was so severe that it wreaked havoc on my vocal cords and projection,” Garcia shared.

The situation worsened due to a gas leak, ultimately forcing Garcia to step away from her role as an announcer for the Professional Fighters League. Thankfully, after a challenging recovery process, Garcia expressed gratitude to her doctors, medical staff, and the power of prayer for helping her heal.

Lilian Garcia Comments On WWE Return, Samantha Irvin’s Exit

Earlier this year, Garcia returned to WWE, taking over for Samantha Irvin following Irvin’s abrupt departure. Reflecting on her journey, Garcia expressed deep appreciation for being able to perform again after enduring such a harrowing experience.

“To be back in the WWE, and now leading worship tomorrow, this is why this means so much to me—because it was almost stripped away.”

Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Lilian Garcia, as the WWE Raw announcer is thrilled to be able to announce once more.

Anthony Mackie: Samoa Joe Outshined Veteran Actors In Twisted Metal Role

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Anthony Mackie: Samoa Joe Outshined Veteran Actors In Twisted Metal Role

Anthony Mackie was deeply impressed by the acting talent of AEW’s Samoa Joe, the 46-year-old actor revealed this week. Mackie and Joe both star in Peacock’s Twisted Metal series, which recently wrapped filming for its second season.

In a conversation with Abbott Elementary star Tyler James Williams for Variety’s Actors on Actors series, Mackie reflected on the unexpected talent Joe brought to the set.

“I was blown away by this dude from the first moment he stepped on set… He was acting his ass off.”

Samoa Joe portrays the physical embodiment of Twisted Metal’s iconic Sweet Tooth, while Will Arnett (BoJack Horseman, LEGO Batman) provides the character’s voice. Despite not speaking, Joe vividly conveyed Sweet Tooth’s twisted psyche through his physical performance.

“It was literally like he was doing Vaudeville-type shtick… I don’t think a veteran actor could have done what he did.”

Twisted Metal is based on the popular vehicular combat game series of the same name. The story follows John Doe (Mackie), who must traverse the post-apocalyptic United States to deliver a mysterious package. The cast also includes Stephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn Nine-Nine), with Neve Campbell (Scream) appearing in a recurring role.

In AEW, Samoa Joe was written off television in July after an attack by The Learning Tree, allowing him time to film Twisted Metal’s second season. Now that filming has concluded, speculation is mounting about Joe’s return to AEW. Fans may soon see the former World Champion back in the ring—and back on the mic—sooner than expected.

Never-Before-Seen WWE ECW Title Revealed After 17 Years

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Never-Before-Seen WWE ECW Title Revealed After 17 Years

Over the decades, WWE has played host to several championships, many of which undergo re-designs as the company wants a fresh look. This week, fans caught their first glimpse at a never-before-seen version of the ECW World Championship, over 14 years after the Extreme brand came to an end.

The reveal was featured on the WWE Vault YouTube channel, showcasing a silver-plated design with a nameplate for CM Punk. The Best in the World held the ECW Championship from September 2007 until January 2008, when he dropped the title to Chavo Guerrero.

Despite its striking look, the design never made it to television as the belt “was not received the same way it wanted to be received.” It’s also possible that the idea of the babyface CM Punk replacing the original ECW title design might have alienated fans nostalgic for the iconic Extreme brand.

Instead, WWE unveiled a revamped ECW Championship design during Mark Henry’s reign in July 2008. This silver-eagle design remained in use until the closure of WWE’s ECW in February 2010, paving the way for the rise of the original WWE NXT.

TNA Replacing WWE On Sportsnet in Canada in 2025

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TNA Replacing WWE On Sportsnet in Canada in 2025

TNA Wrestling is set to move to Sportsnet in Canada in 2025, a significant milestone for the promotion in the spot previously held by WWE. This multi-year agreement not only provides TNA iMPACT with a stable broadcast home but also grants Canadian fans access to TNA’s diverse library and additional programming, including TNA Xplosion and TNA in 60. Upcoming TNA Wrestling shows are already listed on Sportsnet.

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TNA, as Impact Wrestling, previously aired in Canada on the Fight Network and Game TV, which are both owned by TNA’s parent company, Anthem Sports & Entertainment. In the United States, TNA programming will continue to air on AXS TV.

This deal coincides with the conclusion of Sportsnet’s decade-long partnership with WWE. Starting January 6, all WWE programming—including Raw, WWE NXT, SmackDown, and Premium Live Events—will transition to Netflix in Canada.

This move to Sportsnet, and replacing WWE in the role, marks the latest major move by TNA, which relaunched this past January with its Hard to Kill pay-per-view. Since then, TNA has continued to show growth thanks to its roster of talented performers and partnership with WWE NXT.

For the latest updates on TNA Wrestling, stay tuned to SEScoops as the promotion builds toward a pivotal 2025.

Tony Khan Announces End Of AEW Rampage “For The Foreseeable Future”

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AEW Rampage, a staple of Tony Khan’s promotion for over three years, is going off the air, at least for the time being. During the December 22 AEW Dynamite tapings at the Hammerstein Ballroom, Tony Khan announced that AEW would be recording the final episode of Rampage “for the foreseeable future” and that this final episode is scheduled to air on December 27.

The announcement marks the conclusion of a show that debuted on August 13, 2021, as AEW’s second weekly program on TNT. Rampage made an immediate impact with its premiere, where Christian Cage defeated Kenny Omega to capture the TNA/IMPACT Championship.

A week later, Rampage delivered one of wrestling’s most iconic moments—CM Punk’s highly anticipated return to professional wrestling. This episode drew 1.126 million viewers, making it the highest-rated installment in the show’s history.

Despite its explosive start, Rampage would struggle to win over fans, wth a major factor being its challenging 10 p.m. ET time slot. The show was frequently preempted by NBA, NHL, and March Madness broadcasts, which impacted its viewership. Once Collision launched in June 2023, Rampage quickly became AEW’s ‘C-Show’ with important developments being kept for Collision or Dynamite.

What Else Happened During the AEW Dynamite Taping?

Suspicions arose about Rampage’s fate when it was reported that AEW’s new deal with Warner Bros. Discovery covered AEW Dynamite and Collision, but not the Friday show. Fans are now wondering whether this is merely a temporary hiatus as Khan alluded to, or if we’ve seen the last of AEW Rampage.

AEW Dynamite Spoilers: Taping Results Airing 12/25/24

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AEW taped the upcoming Wednesday episode of Dynamite earlier today at the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City. Below are the results, as reported by F4Wonline.com:

AEW Dynamite Results:

  • AEW Continental Classic – Gold League: Will Ospreay defeated Brody King.
  • AEW Continental Classic – Gold League: Darby Allin vs. Ricochet ended in a time-limit draw.
  • AEW Continental Classic – Gold League: Komander defeated Claudio Castagnoli.
    • Post-match, the Death Riders (Jon Moxley, Wheeler Yuta, PAC, & Marina Shafir) attacked Komander. Jay White, Orange Cassidy, and Hangman Page intervened, making the save.
  • AEW Continental Classic – Blue League: Kazuchika Okada defeated Shelton Benjamin.
  • Toni Storm defeated Taya Valkyrie.
  • AEW Continental Classic – Blue League: Kyle Fletcher defeated Daniel Garcia.

AEW also taped the final episode of Rampage, as the show is set to be canceled after this installment. Here are the spoilers for Friday’s broadcast:

AEW Rampage Spoilers:

  • Chris Jericho defeated Anthony Bowens.
  • Private Party (Zay & Quen) defeated Leo Sparrow & Alec Price.
    • Following the match, Action Andretti and Lio Rush confronted Private Party, leading to a brawl. Top Flight (Darius & Dante Martin) joined the fray.
  • Thunder Rosa defeated Leila Grey.
  • HOOK defeated Nick Wayne.
  • Jon Moxley delivered a promo with Christian Cage looking on. He issued a challenge to anyone with grievances about his recent decisions.
    • Komander and Top Flight came out but were overpowered. Orange Cassidy and Willow Nightingale intervened, leading to Willow squaring off with Marina Shafir. Hangman Page, Jay White, and several other roster members joined, culminating in a chaotic brawl to close the show.

How Paul Heyman Shaped Mr. Kennedy’s TNA Wrestling Run

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How Paul Heyman Shaped Mr. Kennedy’s TNA Wrestling Run

Paul Heyman may have never officially worked for TNA, but the man now known as Roman Reigns’ “Wise Man” played a significant behind-the-scenes role in Ken Anderson’s TNA journey. After his WWE release in 2009, the former Mr. Kennedy debuted in TNA under his real name in January 2010.

Speaking on the Rewind, Recap, Relive podcast, Anderson reflected on his time working with Heyman in WWE, crediting the Hall of Famer for coming up with the “Mr. Kennedy” name. Anderson also revealed that Heyman continued to assist him with promos during his TNA tenure, despite not being affiliated with the company.

“I would oftentimes call Paul Heyman and say, ‘Hey, here’s what they have for me. Can you help me make sense of this?’ And he would fire me off an email and rewrite what they had written for me. So he, in a sense, was writing for TNA at one time.”

Although Heyman never officially joined TNA, his influence extended beyond WWE, helping talents like Anderson refine their craft. Heyman eventually returned to WWE in 2012 after a six-year hiatus, while Anderson remained with TNA, where he became a two-time World Champion before his 2016 departure following a failed on-the-spot drug test.

Today, fans can catch Heyman regularly on WWE television following his return after an attack by The Bloodline earlier this year. Stay tuned to SEScoops for updates on Paul Heyman, whose impact continues to resonate across the wrestling industry.

AEW Worlds End 2024 Ticket Sales: Update

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AEW Worlds End 2024 Ticket Sales: Update

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is gearing up for its final pay-per-view event of the year, Worlds End 2024, set to take place on December 28 at the Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, Florida.

As the event draws near, let’s take a closer look at the current ticket sales situation and what fans can expect from this highly anticipated show.

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Current Ticket Sales Numbers

As of the latest update, AEW Worlds End 2024 has distributed 5,133 tickets out of a current setup of 5,731 seats. 

This leaves approximately 598 tickets still available for purchase. The event has seen a steady increase in ticket sales, with 254 tickets sold in just three days leading up to the most recent report.

Ticket Pricing and Availability

Ticket prices for AEW Worlds End 2024 start at around $27, with an average price of $1,115. However, it’s important to note that prices may fluctuate based on demand and availability as the event date approaches.

Fans can purchase tickets through official platforms like Ticketmaster, but are advised to act quickly as AEW events are known to sell out rapidly.

Read More – AEW Worlds End 2024 Tickets: Availability, price and more

Potential for Expanded Seating

While the current setup accommodates 5,731 seats, there is potential for expansion. The Addition Financial Arena has previously hosted larger wrestling events, such as AEW Revolution 2022, which had an attendance of 8,359. 

Fans Throw Toilet Paper at Ricochet During Continental Classic Match

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Fans Throw Toilet Paper at Ricochet During Continental Classic Match

Fans in New York’s Hammerstein Ballroom gave Ricochet a frosty reception during the latest episode of Collision, where he faced Will Ospreay in the Continental Classic. While Ospreay’s entrance was greeted with streamers—a traditional show of respect—Ricochet’s arrival was met with a less-than-welcome gesture: fans throwing toilet paper.

The incident visibly angered Ricochet, who retaliated by hurling a roll back into the crowd. Meanwhile, Ospreay found the moment hilarious, laughing from outside the ring and bowing to the fans who hurled the paper in the first place.

The crowd’s disdain didn’t stop there. They booed Ricochet after he stumbled while attempting to step onto the ropes, to which Ricochet responded with a one-finger salute.

Despite the jeers, Ricochet ultimately secured a victory by executing a Spirit Gun on Ospreay, taking advantage of a distracted referee. This win placed Ricochet in joint-first position in the Gold League with nine points.

Ricochet’s recent actions certainly fuel rumors of a heel turn, with hints of a potential alliance with the Hurt Syndicate. Stay tuned to SEScoops for updates on Ricochet as he navigates his role in the Continental Classic and his contentious relationship with fans.

Nic Nemeth Reveals The Only Reason He’d Want To Do A Royal Rumble Appearance

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Nic Nemeth Reveals The Only Reason He’d Want To Do A Royal Rumble Appearance

Nic Nemeth says he’d only want to do a Royal Rumble appearance to promote TNA.

The TNA World Champion recently had an interview with Daily Star. Among other questions, he was asked about a potential Royal Rumble cameo and whether he’d like to show up as Dolph Ziggler or Nic Nemeth.

The wrestling veteran first discussed how he didn’t want to make an appearance on NXT while TNA partnered up with them because he had already worked the show and left WWE on his own accord. He believed that young talents from the TNA roster could benefit much more from such an opportunity.

On the topic of a potential Royal Rumble appearance, Nemeth mentioned that he wouldn’t mind busting out his old ring gear for one night, but only so he can use that buzz to promote TNA:

“To do something fun. Wear my old trunks, get the old music to play, come out there, and kick somebody in the face? That would be awesome. But the most important, it would just be something to have a viral moment, so I could talk about TNA. That’s the only reason I’d want to do it.”

Mickie James was the first TNA champion to represent the company with a Royal Rumble appearance in 2022. Jordynne Grace then followed in her footsteps with a cameo in the 2024 edition of the battle royal.

If Nic Nemeth does show up at the Royal Rumble, he’d become the first male champion from TNA roster to make a main roster appearance for the Endeavor-owned promotion.

Before he can do so, however, Nemeth will have to overcome the challenge of Joe Hendry who’d be challenging him in a championship rematch at the Genesis event on January 19, 2025.

How Netflix Plans to Handle WWE Raw’s Extensive Archive

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How Netflix Plans to Handle WWE Raw’s Extensive Archive

On January 6, WWE Raw will debut on Netflix, marking the beginning of a groundbreaking partnership between WWE and the streaming giant. This multi-billion-dollar deal signals a new era for WWE’s flagship show, but it also raises questions about the future of its extensive archive and the accessibility of past and live events. Netflix has provided some clarity on these topics, revealing plans for both archival content and live programming.

One key question centers on WWE’s vast library of past shows. According to Netflix, fans should anticipate a gradual release of archival content.

“In January 2025, Netflix will begin to roll out select WWE archival content. WWE Raw archival content will be available for viewing in the United States, with additional archival content available in the countries listed above.”

Additionally, WWE programming will become downloadable approximately 48 hours after streaming live, giving fans more flexibility to catch up on their favorite moments.

International Rollout and Accessibility

Initially, WWE Raw will be available in the United States and its territories, including American Samoa, Guam, the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, the Mariana Islands, Palau, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. International fans will also gain access to WWE’s programming, including SmackDown, NXT, and Premium Live Events, as the rollout expands globally.

WWE Raw Debut – January 6, 2025

The inaugural episode of WWE Raw on Netflix promises to be a monumental event. Broadcasting live from the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, the show will feature a stacked card, including:

  • CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins
  • Roman Reigns vs. Solo Sikoa (Tribal Combat Match)
  • Liv Morgan (c) vs. Rhea Ripley (WWE Women’s World Championship)
  • Travis Scott will perform WWE Raw’s brand-new theme song live.

Find Out What Happened At WWE Raw’s Netflix Launch Event

Bo Dallas: Every Wyatt Sicks Idea Is A Bray Wyatt Original

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Bo Dallas: Every Wyatt Sicks Idea Is A Bray Wyatt Original

Windham “Bray Wyatt” Rotunda may no longer be with us, but the late wrestler’s creative influence remains a significant presence on WWE programming. Earlier this year, WWE introduced the Wyatt Sicks, a macabre faction led by Uncle Howdy, whose character has clear ties to the three-time World Champion.

Behind Uncle Howdy’s mask is Bo Dallas, the real-life brother of Rotunda. Speaking to Dead Meat this week, Dallas revealed that the Wyatt Sicks faction draws heavily from his brother’s innovative ideas.

“Every one of our ideas up to this point has been connected to one of Windham’s original ideas,” Dallas shared. “All those characters came out of Windham’s mind.”

Dallas further highlighted Rotunda’s inspiration from the indie horror film A House That October Built. The film features a killer wearing a creepy doll-like mask, which Rotunda used as the basis for Sister Abigail, portrayed by Nikki Cross.

“He was obsessed with that mask for years and had all these ideas that he was eventually going to incorporate,” Dallas recalled.

Though Windham Rotunda has tragically passed away, his creative legacy and his love for wrestling and horror continue to resonate. Stay tuned to SEScoops for updates on the Wyatt Sicks, who remains a force to be reckoned with on Monday Night Raw.

Britt Baker Reveals What She’s Been Doing During AEW Absence

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Birtt Baker has revealed what she’s been doing on her time off from AEW.

The former Women’s Champion has not wrestled for AEW since the November 13 episode of Dynamite last month. She defeated Penelope Ford at the show.

The D.M.D. appeared in a new video on DDP’s YouTube channel. When asked what she’s been up to, Britt Baker revealed that she’s actually been busy filming some stuff:

“I’m filming some fun stuff, can’t wait to tell everybody what it is. It’s on the down low for now but it’s really exciting and it’s cool, it’s really cool. I think people will be really excited about it.”

I’m Off The Road Right Now: Britt Baker

When the wrestling legend asked her if she’s learning new things during this time, Baker explained that she is doing things to become a more well-rounded pro wrestler while she’s off the road:

“Yeah definitely, it’s kind of a whole new world. Obviously, our world is very special but we have so much more to learn I think to make yourself more well-rounded pro wrestler, learn as much as you can.

[I’ve] been training more [in] stunts, martial arts just everything I can cause I’m off the road right now. Until I come back, I’m like ‘Let’s cook up on this time off.’”

Britt Baker previously appeared on the American reality show Bar Rescue with Adam Cole. She was also recently featured on the sixth season of Kobra Kai.

Mercedes Mone Match Added To AEW Worlds End 2024

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A Mercedes Mone title match has officially been added to the Worlds End PPV.

This week’s episode of AEW Collision from the Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC featured a singles match where Kris Statlander took on Penelope Ford. In an interview before the bout, Statlander called out Mone for a TBS Title rematch at the upcoming PPV.

After Statlander defeated Ford, the current champion appeared on the ramp. She accepted Kris’ challenge for the Worlds End match, claiming that she’ll defeat the New York native once again.

Kris Statlander unsuccessfully challenged Mone for the title at the Full Gear PPV last month. It was also the last show for Kamille’s association with the TBS Champion. The former NWA star ended her partnership with Mone on the following Dynamite and she has not been seen on AEW programming since then.

AEW Worlds End Updated PPV Card

The new title match is the 8th match officially confirmed for the upcoming show. Below is the updated AEW Worlds End match card:

  • Continental Classic Semi-Finals and Final
  • Dynamite Diamond Ring Match: MJF (c) vs. Adam Cole
  • AEW World Championship Fatal Four Way Match: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Orange Cassidy vs. “Hangman” Adam Page vs. Jay White
  • Tijuana Street Fight For AEW Women’s World Championship: Mariah May (c) vs. Thunder Rosa
  • AEW International Championship Match: Konosuke Takeshita (c) vs. Powerhouse Hobbs
  • AEW TBS Championship Match: Mercedes Mone (c) vs. Kris Statlander

AEW Worlds End 2024 will be taking place on Saturday, December 28, from the Addition Financial Arena in Orlando Florida.

MJF Takes Aim at Adam Cole-Britt Baker Split Before AEW Worlds End

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MJF Takes Aim at Adam Cole-Britt Baker Split Before AEW Worlds End

AEW is gearing up for Worlds End on December 28 in Orlando, Florida, with one of the most personal matches set to happen being Adam Cole Vs. MJF. During the December 21 episode of AEW Collision, the two exchanged heated words with MJF taking the personal nature of their feud to a whole new level.

MJF took the microphone first, delivering sharp jabs at Adam Cole. MJF mocked what he perceives as Cole’s physical fragility, remarking that even a small bump, a gust of wind, or a cavity could take him down. Adding to the sting, MJF referenced Cole’s personal life, alluding to his recent breakup with Britt Baker, claiming that Cole may even need to find a new dentist.

MJF’s barbs didn’t stop there as he continued to mock the “crack bay-bay,” in reference to Cole’s recent weight loss. In response, Cole accused MJF of using political influence to secure a spot in AEW for Alicia Atout and highlighted MJF’s two hair restoration surgeries.

These barbs touched on some very real issues for both men, with Cole confirming back in October that he and Baker are no longer together. Earlier this year, Baker was suspended following a backstage incident with Cole, in which she took issue with Cole’s girlfriend Alicia Atout being in the women’s locker room. MJF allegedly punched a wall over the incident, just before his grueling hour-long match against Will Ospreay on the July 17 episode of Dynamite.

MJF On Britt Baker: “I Don’t Have to Like All My Coworkers”

Cole Vs. MJF will come one year after the former was revealed as the Devil at Worlds End 2023. With matters growing even more personal this week, fans can expect a brawl like no other next week at AEW’s final pay-per-view of the year.

Jordynne Grace Fuels Speculation With ’29 Days’ Cryptic Tease

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TNA Wrestling’s Jordynne Grace has wrestling fans buzzing with a cryptic tweet teasing something big coming in a matter of weeks. On X, the former TNA Knockouts World Champion shared the message ’29 days’ alongside a photo of herself delivering a forearm to Rosemary.

The post quickly sparked speculation, with some fans believing the number is a countdown to the end of her TNA contract, fueling rumors of a potential jump to WWE. In the comments, many fans responded that Grace could be debuting in NXT in 29 days, or referenced Grace competing in the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble. Grace appeared numerous times for WWE in 2024 and many believe a permanent move to the larger promotion will come next year.

The number could also be linked to TNA Genesis, the promotion’s first pay-per-view of the new year which will take place 29 days after Grace sent her post. Genesis 2025 will take place at the Curtis Culwell Center in Garland, Texas on January 19.

Grace has had a banner year in 2024, both in TNA Wrestling, WWE, and beyond. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on the Juggernaut, and what the former Knockouts World Champion has planned for a matter of weeks.

Update On Matt Cardona’s Contract And Health After ROH Final Battle 2024

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Update On Matt Cardona’s Contract And Health After ROH Final Battle 2024

Matt Cardona is not signed to any wrestling promotion yet.

The 39-year-old made his surprise Ring of Honor debut during the December 5 episode. He immediately started working a program with the ROH Champion Chris Jericho, making many wonder if he had signed a deal with the promotion.

After Jericho made a surprise appearance at a recent GCW show to continue their rivalry, some people wondered if Cardona was actually under a GCW deal and the program between the two WWE alumni was a way for the two companies to mend fences.

Fightful Select is reporting, however, that Matt Cardona is not under contract with AEW or GCW. In case of the latter, the New Jersey-based promotion has not signed people to contracts with the exception of Nick Gage. When asked about his status directly, the Deathmatch King claimed “I’m signed to the major wrestling figure podcast.”

Cardona failed to defeat Jericho for the ROH title at the Final Battle PPV this Friday. He was seen on crutches after being helped to the back due to an ankle injury, but the indie star is hopeful that he’ll be ok.

As of this writing, it’s unknown if Cardona’s current stint will continue following the ROH PPV. Considering the buzz for the ROH title program he generated with Jericho, it seems likely that he’ll be booked again.

AEW Worlds End 2024 Live Stream: How to watch

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AEW Worlds End 2024 Live Stream: How to watch

All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is set to close out 2024 with a bang at their final pay-per-view event of the year, Worlds End. This highly anticipated show will take place on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at the Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, Florida. 

As fans eagerly await this thrilling night of professional wrestling action, here’s everything you need to know about how to watch AEW Worlds End 2024.

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Event Details

Worlds End 2024 is scheduled to kick off with the Zero Hour pre-show at 6:30 PM ET (11:30 PM UK time). The main card will begin at 8:00 PM ET (1:00 AM UK time). This gives fans plenty of time to settle in for an evening of entertainment.

Live Streaming Options

For those looking to catch all the action live, AEW offers several streaming options:

  • TrillerTV: Fans in the United States, Canada, and select international markets can stream Worlds End on TrillerTV.
  • PPV.com: This service is available for viewers in the United States, Canada, and certain international regions.
  • Traditional Pay-Per-View: Cable and satellite providers in the United States and Canada will also carry the event.

The pay-per-view is priced at $49.99, offering fans full access to this star-studded event.

International Viewing

For international fans, TrillerTV and PPV.com remain the primary options for live streaming. Mexican viewers have the additional option of watching through Fox Sports.

What to Expect

Worlds End 2024 promises to deliver exciting matches and potentially game-changing moments. The event will feature the semi-finals and finals of the Continental Classic tournament, adding an extra layer of anticipation to the proceedings.

As AEW’s final pay-per-view of the year, Worlds End 2024 is poised to set the stage for an exciting 2025 in professional wrestling. Whether you’re streaming from home or attending live, this event is not to be missed by any AEW fan.

Chris Jericho Explains How Smaller Venues Could Revive AEW’s Momentum

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Chris Jericho Explains How Smaller Venues Could Revive AEW’s Momentum

Chris Jericho believes AEW shows moving to smaller venues in 2025 will help the company’s growth and make the product hot again.

After spending most of 2024 battling with low ticket sales, Tony Khan hinted that they’ll be changing their strategy for 2025. During the Full Gear media scrum last month, the AEW president had said that he wanted to find markets and buildings ‘where it’s going to be packed and red hot.’

Chris Jericho was asked about Khan’s comments during a recent interview with Z100 New York. The current ROH World Champion was there to promote ROH’s Final Battle PPV from Hammerstein Ballroom and he explained that smaller venues that are packed with fans can change the entire vibe of the shows:

“I think the worst thing you could ever do is to kind of in any business overprice yourself or overextend yourself. We’re at a place where to go to some of the middle-size venues not in every city but in some of them, it’s a very smart move.

For many reasons but most importantly just the vibe of the fans. Like you want to put 10,000 people into an arena and if you can, you do. If you’re down to 5,000 but you go to a 4,000-seat arena, it increases demand.”

It Just Makes The Product Hotter: Chris Jericho

The wrestling veteran discussed how AEW has been the ‘cool promotion’ for the majority of its existence. Per Chris Jericho, creating demand with smaller venues can help them regain some of their lost charm:

“It just makes the show that much more exciting and it translates so much better on TV. So I think right now with all of the different choices that people have to buy tickets to go to shows, I think we’re smart to moving to some of these like you mentioned different sized venues.

Because it just makes it cooler and we have always had the cool factor in AEW, especially when we started and then going into the pandemic, coming out of the pandemic. I think one way is the supply and demand. If you have this many tickets for sale and they’re gone. It just makes the product hotter and you can just continue to grow.”

Chris Jericho successfully defended the ROH Championship against Matt Cardona at Final Battle but he was confronted by a returning star afterward. You can check out more about it here.

2024 WWE Releases & Departures Tracker (Updated)

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The year 2024 has seen significant changes in the WWE roster, with numerous superstars being released for various reasons, including budget cuts and creative shifts.

Below is a comprehensive list of every WWE superstar that was either released, had their contract run out or opted to leave in 2024.

Notable Releases in 2024

January to April Releases/Departures

  • Kevin Patrick (Commentator) – January 25
  • Mr. McMahon (Chairman) – January 26
  • Amari Miller (Wrestler) – February 8
  • Jinder Mahal (Wrestler) – April 1
  • Xia Li, Sanga, and Veer (Wrestlers) were also released on April 19, marking a significant day for roster changes.

Spring Releases:

April was particularly notable for releases, with several key talents let go:

  • Cameron Grimes (Wrestler) – April 23
  • Drew Gulak, Boa, and others on May 3, which included multiple NXT talents.

Read More – Cameron Grimes Released By WWE, Matt Hardy’s Supportive Message

Mid-Year Changes

Summer Releases:

As the year progressed, more familiar names left the company:

  • Becky Lynch (Wrestler) – June 1, marking a major departure as she was a top star.
  • Ricochet (Wrestler) – June 29
  • Bobby Lashley (Wrestler) and MVP (Manager) were released on August 16, indicating a shift in the company’s direction.

Fall and Winter Departures

Later Releases

The fall saw further adjustments:

  • Odyssey Jones (Wrestler)- September 2
  • Baron Corbin, (Wrestler) a former US Champion, was released on November 1, ending a notable tenure in WWE.
  • Other significant releases included Indi Hartwell (Wrestler) and Tegan Nox (Wrestler), both on November 1.

Summary of WWE’s Roster Changes

In total, over 40 superstars left WWE for whatever reason throughout the year. These changes reflect ongoing strategies to refine the roster and focus on emerging talent.

Nic Nemeth Details Motivation For WWE Departure

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Nic Nemeth Details Motivation For WWE Departure

Nic Nemeth has explained why he decided to leave WWE.

The former Dolph Ziggler ended his 19-year tenure with the Endeavor-owned promotion in September 2023. Entering the independent circuit for the first time in his wrestling career, Nemeth has since made it a mission to prove that he can still be a top guy for any promotion in the world.

The current TNA World Heavyweight Champion spoke to Daily Star recently to promote the 2025 Genesis event. He discussed things such as the growth of TNA in 2024, the progression of his Genesis opponent Joe Hendry, and more.

When asked if leaving WWE has reignited his passion for wrestling, Nic Nemeth revealed that he had more than a year left on his deal with the company. The 44-year-old noted how he was being booked very rarely during the last couple years of his stint with the company and that he wanted to spend whatever prime years he had left to prove that he could still go:

“WWE was so great. I had a year and a half on my contract still, and I said, ‘Please.’ I go, ‘I’m not doing anything here. I’m just hanging out and doing cold five-minute matches.’ I said, ‘I don’t know how much longer I’m a believable world champion for any other company. I might have five more years, I might have two, I might have ten, I don’t know.’

But I go ‘Sitting here collecting a paycheck and working for five minutes a week is not helping WWE, and it sure as hell is not helping me.’ So luckily, they gave me the chance to get out of there because I had some time left on my contract.”

Nemeth said that he was still giving his full effort to whatever position WWE put him in. Now he is able to do a lot more of it as a center figure of TNA roster with a lot more opportunity to talk and then back his words up in the ring. The current TNA World Champion also claimed that he would have given up the title long ago if he felt he couldn’t back up what he was saying with his performance.

The former WWE star won the TNA title at Slammiversary in July and his reign stands at 154 days. Joe Hendry won a fatal four-way match at Final Resolution this month to become the #1 contender for Nemeth’s title.

Dax Harwood Reveals How Tony Khan Helped Hurricane Helene Rescue Efforts

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Dax Harwood Reveals How Tony Khan Helped Hurricane Helene Rescue Efforts

Dax Harwood has explained why the upcoming Dynamite taping from Ashville is special.

The January 1 Dynamite: Fight For The Fallen special will mark the start of a new era for AEW. As part of their new TV deals, the show from Harrah’s Cherokee Center in Asheville, NC will be simulcasted on Max for the first time ever.

Harwood who hails from North Carolina himself explained why the taping is so special during a new interview with 3NTWrestling. He revealed that it’s the first entertainment show coming to the city after it was devastated by Hurricane Helene.

The AEW star noted that Khan could have taken the show to a bigger city to make a better impression on first-time watchers but helping Ashville was a priority for him. He went on to reveal how the AEW President had previously helped the relief efforts for survivors of the natural disaster on their one request:

“A lot of people don’t know this, but Tony called. We talked to Tony, myself and Adam [Copeland]. We talked to Tony. He said, ‘What do you need from me?’ He had already donated a ton of money.

Adam said, ‘Well, we’ve got these Starlinks. These huge Starlinks that they’ve donated here. Elon Musk has donated here, but we don’t have the small Starlinks to go out into the woods, to go out to the top of the mountains, so we can find people and give them cell service. So we can communicate with.’

Tony without any hesitancy, if that’s even a word, he sent hundreds of Starlinks to Asheville, North Carolina, on his own dime. He made sure that that was something we were able to do to find people who were lost.”

Dax Harwood also noted how his tag team partner Cash Wheeler had also set up a GoFundMe and collected over $70,000 to help the relief efforts at the time. Harwood himself was on the ground helping people at the time of need as well. He and Adam Copeland were assisting FEMA workers with search and rescue.

FTR have challenged Death Riders to a fight at the upcoming Dynamite episode and teased that they won’t be coming alone. While Dax did not provide any update on his mystery partner during the talk, the tease coincides perfectly with reports of a former world champion’s imminent return.

Charlotte Flair ‘On Cusp Of’ Wrestling Return Following Year Long Injury

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Charlotte Flair ‘On Cusp Of’ Wrestling Return Following Year Long Injury

Charlotte Flair has been out of action for a whole year now but the 13-time Women’s champion is inching closer to her return per latest updates.

The Queen previously posted photos of in-ring training session at Shawn Spears and Tyler Breeze’s Flatbacks wrestling school. She posted another such photo recently, thanking NXT’s Lainey Reed for helping her prepare for an in-ring return.

In a further update, PWinsider is reporting that Flair is ‘on the cusp of officially returning’ following her injury. Apart from the in-ring work, Charlotte has made trips to WWE HQ for a photoshoot and other logistics work in preparation for her comeback.

Charlotte Flair tore her ACL, MCL, and meniscus in a match against Asuka at the tribute to the troops special of SmackDown on December 8, 2023.

This is the first time in her 12-year WWE run that the female star has had to stay out of action for more than a year. The hiatus also caused her to miss WrestleMania only the second time since being introduced to the main roster by Stephanie McMahon in 2015.

WWE has not set an official return date for the former champion but January 6 Netflix Raw premiere would be the perfect stage for Flair to make her comeback. 

‘Forever Champion’ Athena Retains ROH Women’s Title At Final Battle

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‘Forever Champion’ Athena Retains ROH Women’s Title At Final Battle

Ring of Honor Women’s World Champion Athena proved that she is indeed the ‘forever champion’ with another successful title defense at ROH Final Battle. In the show’s main event, Athena defended against her former ‘minion’ Billie Starkz, one year removed from the pair’s previous match for the title at Final Battle 2023.

You can check out some highlights of the match down below:

Athena’s reign began at ROH Final Battle 2022, where she dethroned Mercedes Martinez. Since winning the gold, Athena has broken numerous records, including being the longest-reigning champion in Ring of Honor history, regardless of sex.

With another victory to her name, the question remains: Who can stop the forever champion? Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Athena and her historic reign with the Ring of Honor Women’s World Championship.

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