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Watch: What Happened With Samoa Joe After Dynamite Went Off Air

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Watch: What Happened With Samoa Joe After Dynamite Went Off Air

Samoa Joe cut a passionate promo after this week’s historic episode of AEW Dynamite from MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston, Massachusetts, went off air.

The company celebrated the Wednesday night show becoming the longest-running weekly prime time wrestling series in the history of Turner Sports, beating WCW Monday Night Nitro. Tony Khan booked a show worthy of the achievement with a number of big matches.

The event title ‘Spring BreakThru’ opened with Athena’s return to AEW TV in a match against Mercedes Mone. We also saw the first appearance by Christian Cage since the Revolution PPV on March 9.

The biggest surprise of the night was probably the debut of the former Impact World Champion Josh Alexander. The Walking Weapon was revealed to be the wild card in the Owen Hart Cup Tournament, and he faced Hangman Page at the show.

What Happened After Dynamite

The main event of the show saw the trio of Katsuyori Shibata, Samoa Joe & Will Hobbs challenging The Death Riders for the AEW Trios title. Jon Moxley replaced Pac in the title defence due to the latter’s injury.

Swerve Strickland, The Young Bucks, Willow Nightingale and Marina Shafir all appeared at ringside trying to influence the bout. It was Joe who won the match for his team in the end, taking out the AEW World Champion with a Coquina Clutch.

The locker room emptied out to celebrate the fall of the Death Riders after the match and the show ended with a number of big names celebrating in the ring. This celebration continued even after the show and Samoa Joe cut an off air promo to send the crowd home.

The Opps Win Trios Titles On AEW Dynamite

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The Opps Win Trios Titles On AEW Dynamite

The Death Riders’ stranglehold on the AEW Trios Titles came to an end during the latest episode of AEW Dynamite as The Opps captured the gold in a stacked main event. Both teams saw replacements, as Jon Moxley filled in for the injured Pac while Powerhouse Hobbs replaced HOOK for the challengers.

The Young Bucks tried to shift the match momentum toward the Death Riders but Swerve Strickland showed up to take both of them out. Willow Nightingale took out Marina Shafir when the latter tried to use a chair on Hobbs. The finish saw Samoa Joe choke out Jon Moxley to win the gold.

The Death Riders had held the titles since All In: London 2024, where Pac, Claudio Castagnoli, and Wheeler Yuta ended the reign of the Patriarchy. Now, the 234-day reign of Moxley’s faction has come to an end, and it’s telling that Joe got the win over the AEW World Champion. Whether this means a future AEW World title match or not remains to be seen, but this week’s defeat is a serious setback for the Death Riders.

Darby Allin Is ‘Doing Great’ On Mount Everest Expedition

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Darby Allin Is ‘Doing Great’ On Mount Everest Expedition

AEW star Darby Allin has officially commenced his Mount Everest expedition, with updates being provided by Adventure Consultants. As of April 16, 2025, Allin and his team were reported to be in Chhukhung. 

Adventure Consultants wrote, “Today our Everest Private Team said goodbye to the trekkers and hiked from Pheriche to Chhukhung an elevation gain of 530m. Darby is doing great! It took three and half hours. It was nice and clear day with great views. Tomorrow we are going to continue our acclimatisation with a hike Chhukhung Ri, a nearby hill which is at 5540m.” The expedition reportedly began on April 8th.

Allin’s absence from AEW began in late December 2024, his last appearance being on the December 27th AEW Rampage, where he was written off television following an attack by The Death Riders.

This hiatus accommodates his long-held ambition to climb Everest, a plan initially delayed by a broken foot suffered in March 2024. Now, Allin is actively pursuing this challenging endeavor, with his progress being tracked as he acclimatizes to the high altitudes.

Josh Alexander Makes AEW Debut On Dynamite

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Josh Alexander Makes AEW Debut On Dynamite

As seen on this week’s episode of AEW Dynamite, Josh Alexander was revealed as the Wild Card in the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. 

The former TNA star wrestled Hangman Page on the show. AEW CEO Tony Khan confirmed that Alexander is All Elite, as seen below.

In mid-Febuary, Alexander’s deal with TNA Wrestling expired and he became a free agent. It was expected then that he would be going to AEW. WWE did have an interest in using him last year.

Before entering the market, it was reported that he was being repped by wrestling super agent Barry Bloom to get his next deal done. Bloom represents several wrestlers and people in wrestling, including Kenny Omega and Jim Ross.

He established himself as a top-tier talent, achieving the distinction of a two-time TNA World Champion. His second reign with the title stands as the longest in the promotion’s history, spanning an impressive 335 days. Alexander demonstrated his versatility by capturing the TNA X Division Championship on one occasion and the TNA World Tag Team Championship twice, notably alongside Ethan Page as part of the widely popular tag team known as “The North.”

Cody Rhodes and The Undertaker Join Fortnite Ahead of WrestleMania 41

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Cody Rhodes and The Undertaker Join Fortnite Ahead of WrestleMania 41

Cody Rhodes and The Undertaker are set to debut as Fortnite skins this Friday, April 18, as part of a new WWE collaboration tied to WrestleMania 41 weekend. The news was shared by Fortnite insider @Loolo_WRLD.

The WWE x Fortnite bundle will include themed cosmetics for both Superstars, available as a complete set or individually. The full bundle features:

  • Cody Rhodes and Undertaker outfits
  • Back Blings: Nightmare Mantle and The Urn
  • Pickaxes: Cody’s Cutlass and Taker’s Shovel
  • Emotes for each Superstar, including Cody’s signature “WOOOAHHH!” and an emote featuring The Undertaker’s urn
  • American Nightmare weapon wrap

Priced at 2,800 V-Bucks for the full set, the cosmetics will also be sold separately for players who want to customize their loadouts. The drop continues Fortnite’s tradition of high-profile crossovers, aligning with WWE’s biggest weekend of the year.

WWE x Fortnite

The following WWE superstars are currently available as skins in Fortnite:

  • John Cena: His skin was released in Chapter 3 Season 3 (2022) and includes a WWE Championship belt as a back bling. It has returned to the shop since then, most recently in 2024.
  • Becky Lynch: One of the first WWE wrestlers to be added to Fortnite
  • Bianca Belair: Added alongside Becky Lynch in the same WWE collaboration

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is also featured in the game as a character called “The Foundation.”

Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack Partners with Topps for WrestleMania 41 Trading Cards

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Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack Partners with Topps for WrestleMania 41 Trading Cards

Topps and Travis Scott’s Cactus Jack brand have collaborated on a limited-edition trading card collection celebrating WrestleMania 41.

The exclusive 2025 Topps Chrome WWE Cactus Jack x WrestleMania series will be released through daily online drops for WWE World attendees from April 17 to 21.

Each box contains two packs, with every pack guaranteed to include a Refractor Ray Wave Parallel. The 100-card base set highlights current WWE Superstars and Legends, including John Cena, Roman Reigns, The Undertaker, Gunther, Cody Rhodes, Giulia, Cactus Jack and Travis Scott himself.

In addition to base cards, collectors can chase Cactus Champions inserts and limited autograph cards from featured WWE talent. Every card in the set is branded with the official WrestleMania 41 logo.

The ultra-rare collection will be accessible exclusively through EQL drops during WWE World, offering fans a unique collectible experience tied to one of wrestling’s biggest events.

For more information, visit Topps.com.

Travis Scott Confirmed for WrestleMania 41, Backstage Reaction to Him Injuring Cody Rhodes

Tony Khan Is Open To Expanding The Number Of AEW PPVs In The Future

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Tony Khan Is Open To Expanding The Number Of AEW PPVs In The Future

As AEW continues to grow, the frequency of its pay-per-view events has also increased. Starting with just four major shows annually at its inception, AEW now hosts nine pay-per-views per year. 

Tony Khan appears content with the current number of pay-per-views, though he hasn’t ruled out a potential increase in the future. In a recent report by Tony Maglio of The Hollywood Reporter, which focused on AEW Dynamite surpassing WCW Nitro in the total number of episodes aired, Khan shared his thoughts on the company’s pay-per-view strategy. 

It was written in the article, “PPVs serve as the payoff points to the storylines laid out by weekly TV shows, like Dynamite. And Khan believes he’s found the sweet spot in terms of annual count; AEW currently is at nine pay-per-view events per year, but Khan could see it going up to 10. WWE is doing 17 of what it now bills as Premium Live Events this year.” Khan was quoted by stating, “For now, nine is ‘a great number.”

Looking at AEW’s immediate pay-per-view schedule, the company is coming off its AEW Dynasty event, which took place on April 6th. The next major show on the calendar is AEW Double or Nothing, scheduled for May 25th. 

AEW has also announced key dates for later in the year. All Elite Wrestling will hold its third annual All In event, this year titled All In: Texas, on Saturday, July 12, 2025. This event is particularly significant as it will be AEW’s first pay-per-view hosted in the state of Texas and within a Major League Baseball stadium, Globe Life Field in Arlington.

Continuing their successful collaboration, AEW and New Japan Pro-Wrestling will present the fourth annual Forbidden Door event on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at Wembley Stadium in London, UK, making it the first time the event has been held outside of North America. 

Nick Khan: CM Punk Wasn’t A Cancer. I’ve Found Him To Be A Gentleman

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Nick Khan: CM Punk Wasn’t A Cancer. I’ve Found Him To Be A Gentleman

Nick Khan addressed the narrative surrounding CM Punk’s reputation as a disruptive force within wrestling locker rooms, particularly stemming from his AEW tenure that included two backstage incidents. 

Speaking on The Bill Simmons Podcast while promoting WrestleMania 41, the WWE President directly countered the “locker room cancer” label that had followed Punk.

Khan stated, “By the way, it was so obvious to me that he wasn’t a cancer. In having been an agent, assume I dealt with some personalities that were not the easiest [to deal with]. That’s part of the job. I’d always found [CM Punk] to be a gentleman.”

“I always found him to be honest, responsive, and I felt like if he was that way outside of [WWE], if given an opportunity to come back to the company, he would be that way. And he said that he would be, and he’s been a gem to work with.”

The “locker room cancer” moniker gained traction following a reported backstage altercation involving Punk after AEW All Out, with Chris Jerichousing the term. This label was further amplified when Seth Rollins referred to Punk as a “cancer” during a WWE 2K23 media event prior to Punk’s return to WWE. However, since Punk’s return to WWE at Survivor Series 2023, several figures within the wrestling industry, including veterans like Bully Ray and Mark Henry, have publicly defended Punk.

Punk is slated to work a triple threat match with Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 41.

Nick Khan Addresses WWE’s Talent Strategy, AEW Signings, and Vince McMahon Docuseries

MJF Gloats As AEW Dynamite Surpasses WCW Monday Nitro

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MJF Gloats As AEW Dynamite Surpasses WCW Monday Nitro

The April 16, edition of AEW Dynamite will be a historic show for the company and not just because of the exciting in-ring action promised. The show will mark Dynamite’s 289th episode since launching in October 2019. This show will see AEW Dynamite surpass WCW Monday Nitro, a program that Dynamite is often compared to, which lasted for 288 episodes from 1995 to March 2001.

One person who fans have been able to see for some of Dynamite’s biggest episodes is MJF. Taking to X, the Salt of the Earth reflected on Dynamite reaching the 289 milestone. Not one to stand on ceremony though, the former AEW World Champion argued that Dynamite would not have reached this milestone “without me carrying the company solely on my back for all these years.”

AEW Dynamite and WCW Monday Nitro have often been compared given that both shows have served as the most direct competiton to WWE’s TV dominance. While Nitro would ultimately lose their battle, resulting in the company being purchased at a bargain price by Vince McMahon, Dynamite shows no signs of suffering a similar fate anytime soon.

As for MJF, his latest run on Dynamite has seen him attempt to win over the Hurt Syndicate though the group remaisn unconvinced by the former AEW World Champion. And with entry into the faction needing to come from a unaminous decision, it remains to be seen what MJF will have to do to win over MVP, Bobby Lashley, and Shelton Benjamin.

WWE 2K25 Patch 1.08: Full Breakdown of New Fixes and Updates

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WWE 2K25 Patch 1.08: Full Breakdown of New Fixes and Updates

The WWE 2K25 Patch 1.08 update introduces broad improvements across several game modes, addressing long-standing issues affecting gameplay, stability, and customization.

General Improvements

This update delivers overall performance enhancements and improved stability across all modes.

Online Fixes

Several online-related bugs have been resolved:

  • Fixed an issue where entrance music and voice dialogue failed to play.
  • Corrected the display order in Royal Rumble matches.
  • Resolved session errors that occurred after consecutive matches.

Universe Mode

A number of Universe mode concerns have been addressed:

  • Fixed generation of empty match cards.
  • Corrected behavior allowing reused announce cash-ins.
  • Resolved issues with the momentum tracker not updating.
  • Fixed invisible Superstars during rivalry cutscenes.
  • Addressed rank editing issues where tag team Superstars couldn’t be moved.

Creation Suite

The patch improves Create-a-Superstar and Create-a-Arena functionality:

  • Fixed bugs allowing more parts than intended during randomization.
  • Corrected missing thumbnails for locked attire pieces.
  • Resolved persistent randomized color changes after reverting.
  • Addressed incorrect motion assignments.
  • Fixed logo position resets in Create-a-Arena.

Gameplay Updates

Key gameplay corrections include:

  • Fixed DIY titantron movies playing incorrectly.
  • Corrected match option settings carrying over between matches.
  • Resolved restrictions preventing cruiserweight female Superstars from entering MITB matches.

MyFaction

This update also addresses missing icons for various mods and stipulations within MyFaction mode.

Patch 1.08 aims to refine the overall user experience by tackling reported concerns across the board, ensuring smoother and more consistent gameplay throughout WWE 2K25.

Shawn Michaels Says UFC’s Rise Pushed WWE to Adopt a More Realistic Style

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Shawn Michaels Says UFC’s Rise Pushed WWE to Adopt a More Realistic Style

WWE and UFC are two very different genres of entertainment, but there’s more common ground than you’d think. During an appearance on the Bobby Bones Show, Shawn Michaels explained how WWE had no choice but to evolve thanks to the rise of professional mixed martial arts.

Michaels, who serves as WWE’s Senior Vice President of Talent Development Creative, shared insight into how the art of ‘selling’ in pro wrestling has evolved. UFC going mainstream led WWE to adopt a more realistic style. So much so, that wrestlers who shined in previous generations would look out of place in 2025.

“The business has changed so much,” Michaels said. Reflecting on the ’90s, he cited Mr. Perfect as a key influence, praising his visual and exaggerated selling style. “This day and age he would be considered an overseller, but it was very visual and very appealing.”

He added that wrestlers like Dolph Ziggler and Billy Gunn continued that expressive style, including himself, though he’s unsure how that level of performance would be received today.

Michaels pointed to the growth of MMA, particularly UFC, as a turning point.

“With MMA being around, our business had to evolve and replicate what I think people perceived as legitimately painful or not,” he explained.

As combat sports gained mainstream traction, pro wrestling had to adapt to meet changing expectations for realism.

“As this continues to grow, evolve, and change, our business is going to continue to do that,” he added.

Michaels said he’s gotten caught up in looking at the younger generation and saying, ‘They don’t sell like we did back in the day.’ He’s come to realize that nothing is static and change is inevitable.

“Old timers like me often talk about, ‘These kids don’t sell anything like we did,’ but at the same time, I remember people saying that to me. That is generational.

I think you have to change with the times. Football, basketball, baseball, they all need to be faster than they once were to keep an audience entertained and locked in. Our business is no different.”

You can check out the full interview here:

Eric Bischoff Congratulates Tony Khan on AEW Dynamite Surpassing WCW Nitro

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Eric Bischoff Congratulates Tony Khan on AEW Dynamite Surpassing WCW Nitro

Former WCW President Eric Bischoff, one of All Elite Wrestling’s fiercest critics, has issued a congratulatory message to AEW President Tony Khan ahead of tonight’s historic AEW Dynamite.

In just a matter of hours, episode 289 of AEW Dynamite goes live on TBS and surpasses WCW Monday Nitro as the longest-running weekly prime time wrestling series in the history of Turner Sports. On his 83 Weeks podcast, Bischoff complimented Khan’s commitment and vision. He may not agree with everything Khan does, but he respects what he’s achieved. Bischoff knows better than anybody, Khan’s job isn’t easy.

“I want to congratulate Tony Khan and his entire staff. This obviously means a lot to them and congratulations,” Bischoff said. “It does say a lot about Tony’s commitment. Tony put his own money into this.

You can judge the product, I can judge the product, I often have. I just don’t watch it anymore, but truth is, his vision, his dream, his money, his commitment.

So congratulations because what he did isn’t easy, no matter how anybody feels about the product, it wasn’t easy and it still isn’t.”

Read what fellow WCW Nitro alum and AEW broadcaster Tony Schiavone said about tonight’s historic broadcast:

Tony Schiavone Reflects on AEW Surpassing WCW Nitro, Praises Tony Khan’s Leadership

Tony Schiavone Reflects on AEW Surpassing WCW Nitro, Praises Tony Khan’s Leadership

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Tony Schiavone Reflects on AEW Surpassing WCW Nitro, Praises Tony Khan’s Leadership

As AEW Dynamite airs a milestone episode tonight, officially surpassing the total episode count of WCW Monday Nitro, veteran broadcaster Tony Schiavone shared personal reflections on the achievement.

Speaking on his What Happened When podcast, Schiavone, a former voice of Nitro and now a key figure in AEW, praised the journey and the leadership of AEW President Tony Khan. “It is pretty cool,” Schiavone said of the accomplishment. He acknowledged that some might view his praise skeptically, adding:

“Most people are going to say, ‘Oh, you’re a suck up.’ Yeah, I am.”

Reflecting on AEW’s evolution, Schiavone admitted the road hasn’t been entirely smooth.

“There’s been bumps, and I’m talking about bumps that you have not seen, bumps that have not been reported,” he said.

Despite internal challenges, he emphasized Khan’s pivotal role in rejuvenating the team behind AEW.

“He gave us new life. He completely changed our lives,” Schiavone stated. “Everybody who works for him… he changed our lives, especially people in the front office.”

Schiavone connected Khan’s personal passion for wrestling to the importance of tonight’s episode.

“He loves wrestling on a nostalgia level, like we do. Tony has done a lot for us,” he said.

He also highlighted Khan’s influence on AEW’s creative success, citing the “Timeless” Toni Storm character as a standout example.

“Right now, Timeless Toni Storm is probably the biggest woman’s star that we have… and that’s because it was a character that Tony Khan developed,” he revealed.

Schiavone noted RJ City’s contributions to the character’s development, but emphasized that the concept originated with Khan.

“He’s come up with some very good ideas for us over the last six years,” Schiavone added, referencing key matches like Stadium Stampede and AEW’s double cage format. “We are charged to implement them, which we have done to the best of our ability.”

Looking ahead to the milestone broadcast, Schiavone concluded:

“I really feel that this is going to be a very special night for many, many reasons.”

AEW Dynamite Preview (April 16, 2025)

Stephanie McMahon Podcast ‘What’s Your Story?’ Launches April 17

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Stephanie McMahon Podcast ‘What’s Your Story?’ Launches April 17

WWE and Fanatics have announced the launch of “What’s Your Story?”, a new podcast hosted by Stephanie McMahon. The biweekly series will premiere Thursday, April 17, with UFC President and CEO Dana White featured in the debut episode.

The podcast will see McMahon and her co-host, longtime friend Elyse, sit down with prominent figures across sports, business, and entertainment to explore the personal journeys that have shaped their lives. In addition to guest interviews, McMahon will share untold stories from her own life, including her time growing up in the WWE and her leadership roles in the company.

“‘Stephanie’s Places’ on ESPN+ inspired me to help tell the stories that shape who we are as people,” McMahon said in a press release sent to SEScoops. “This podcast is the perfect medium to do just that, in a very informal environment, where we can all just be ourselves.”

Episodes will be released every other week and available across major audio platforms, as well as WWE’s YouTube channel, which has over 108 million subscribers.

The series is part of WWE’s expanded podcast initiative with Fanatics, announced in March. The partnership includes production and distribution of all WWE podcasts, adding to an existing collaboration that spans e-commerce, merchandise, and memorabilia. Other recent podcast launches include “What Do You Wanna Talk About” with Cody Rhodes and “The Raw Recap Show” hosted by Megan Morant and Sam Roberts.

LA Knight: A WWE World Title Run Is In My Future

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LA Knight: A WWE World Title Run Is In My Future

Over the past two years, LA Knight has created a significant and passionate fan base within WWE, consistently getting some of the loudest crowd reactions whenever his entrance music plays.

This surge in popularity has coincided with in-ring success, as Knight has twice held the WWE United States Championship during this period. Despite all of the success, Knight has yet to win the World Title in WWE. 

Knight sat down for an interview with Gorilla Position, where he was asked about his ambitions to become a World Champion. 

“I don’t see how it’s not,” he said before being asked whether he thinks the powers that be think he is in line for a World Title run. 

“I don’t care if they do. I’m sure they didn’t believe I would have gotten to where I got, and that’s not a knock at them. People see what they see. The company is going to have an agenda and you’re not always going to be part of it. For me, okay, I can’t worry about that. I gotta do what I gotta do in the sense of, just keep pushing. If I have 30 seconds, it’s going to be the best damn 30 seconds I can give. 60 seconds, 90 seconds, whatever it is. It’s little bits of time they were giving me, when it was me and Bray Wyatt or just me floating off by myself doing nothing for months, and months, and months, after Bray Wyatt. 

It was just, ‘Okay, I’m going to make the damn best out of every single little bit that I got.’ At that point, it was forcing the hand. When you ask about, ‘Does the company see this?’ I don’t know and I don’t care. Would it be nice if they did, would it make things a lot easier if they did? Yeah, it’d make things a hell of a lot easier, but I can’t worry about that. 

I don’t think I’ve ever been anybody’s guy. I don’t feel like I’m anybody’s guy. If I am somebody’s guy, it’s a surprise to me. For me, I can’t worry about that or think about that, I just gotta keep doing me. I think there is a world title run in my future. Whether they think it or anybody else thinks it, it doesn’t make a difference to me. At some point, it’s probably going to happen.”

Knight is slated to defend the United States Title against Jacob Fatu at WrestleMania 41.

Best Thing That Could Happen: Seth Rollins Reveals Interesting Take On Charlotte Flair/Tiffany Stratton Situation

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Best Thing That Could Happen: Seth Rollins Reveals Interesting Take On Charlotte Flair/Tiffany Stratton Situation

Seth Rollins has revealed his stand on the Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton situation.

The two female stars who are set to compete at WrestleMania 41 have been in news recently but for the wrong reasons. The two WWE stars have gathered real life heat after going off script and taking personal shots at each other during promos building up to their upcoming title match.

The Architect was asked about his opinion on the whole situation during his recent appearance on Outta Pocket podcast. Seth Rollins mentioned how he has worked with plenty of people he didn’t like during his career, but explained that you have to have thick skin in the wrestling business:

“Gosh, that’s a tough one cause I do have some opinions about it but there’s sort of…how do I say this? I think no matter what, it’s a collaboration in my opinion. It should always be a collaboration.

Look I’ve been out there in the ring with people who I didn’t like. You’ve worked with I’m sure plenty of people that you did not like. But there is a certain respect that you share and a communication that should happen and an understanding. One of my favorite people in the world is John Cena.

John always told me whenever we would cut a promo together ‘You say whatever you want out there. We’re on TV. It’s fair game. Anything you want. My skin is thick.’ In our industry, you have to be able to do that. You have to be able to have a thick skin because, we are in the conflict business, and the best conflict that we can sell is real-life conflict. Because our audience is so smart, they can sniff things out from a mile away.”

We’re Talking About It Now: Seth Rollins

Seth Rollins then made an interesting assessment saying that the real-life conflict is a good thing. According to him, it has actually helped the story as people are talking more about it now than they were before:

“So in my opinion what happened on, what it [was] last Friday, I guess it would be, was the best thing that could have happened for their story. Because we’re on this podcast talking about it right now. Had it not happened, we wouldn’t even be thinking about it at all.

So in my opinion, the direction it went it’s going to help bolster their match leading into WrestleMania. Now, can we get both of them to come together and work together? TBD. We’ll see. I don’t know.

They’ve got a show. We’ll see what happens. Like I said, I’ve been in the ring with people and I’ve been in promos with people that I didn’t like but there’s always an understanding of what lines to cross. Look if you’re gonna break that agreement, then you need to be prepared for what comes back at you. I’ll just leave it at that.”

WrestleMania to Bring 180,000 Visitors to Las Vegas

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WrestleMania to Bring 180,000 Visitors to Las Vegas

WrestleMania takes over Las Vegas this weekend, with 180,000 visitors expected to flood the city for WWE’s biggest annual event, according to Las Vegas Review Journal.

Main events will be held Saturday and Sunday at Allegiant Stadium, headlined by Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena. WWE will also host SmackDown, NXT Stand & Deliver, and Raw at T-Mobile Arena, along with a five-day fan fest at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority projects over 144,000 hotel room nights tied to the week’s events. The city has rolled out themed displays at major landmarks, backed by a $5 million sponsorship deal.

Officials say WrestleMania ranks among Las Vegas’s top tourism weekends of 2025, alongside events like Formula One and the Super Bowl. Tickets remain available, with limited-view seats starting at $140.

Travis Scott Confirmed for WrestleMania 41, Backstage Reaction to Him Injuring Cody Rhodes

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Travis Scott Confirmed for WrestleMania 41, Backstage Reaction to Him Injuring Cody Rhodes

Travis Scott’s involvement in WWE will continue at WrestleMania 41, with the rapper officially confirmed to appear at the event following his dramatic debut earlier this year.

Scott made headlines after teaming with The Rock and John Cena during Elimination Chamber, where the trio shocked fans with a major heel turn, assaulting Cody Rhodes in what has been described as one of WWE’s most memorable segments in recent history.

Despite the strong showing, neither Scott nor The Rock have appeared on WWE programming alongside Cena since the March 1 episode of SmackDown. However, WWE’s Chief Content Officer Triple H has now clarified Scott’s status moving forward.

Travis Scott Just Getting Started in WWE

Appearing on The Ankler Podcast alongside WWE President Nick Khan, Triple H confirmed that Scott will be part of WrestleMania 41, teasing a major moment during the Las Vegas event.

“Travis is a kid in a candy store in that thing,” Triple H said. “He’ll be at WrestleMania… whatever happens in Vegas over WrestleMania weekend will be heard worldwide.”

Cody Rhodes’ Reaction to Travis Scott Injuring Him

Cody Rhodes Black Eye
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The podcast also shed light on the real-life aftermath of the Cody Rhodes segment, specifically a hard slap delivered by Scott. According to Khan, Scott said he was following The Rock’s advice to fully commit to the moment.

“Travis said, ‘Dwayne Johnson told me you better slap the s**t out of him, or people are gonna think that you don’t have it.’”

Triple H added that Rhodes had no complaints about the intensity.

“Ironically, the only person that didn’t complain about the slap was Cody Rhodes,” he said. “He just wanted it to look good.”

With Scott’s involvement now official, fans can expect more crossover moments as WWE continues building mainstream momentum ahead of its biggest show of the year.

Nick Khan Addresses WWE’s Talent Strategy, AEW Signings, and Vince McMahon Docuseries

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Nick Khan Addresses WWE’s Talent Strategy, AEW Signings, and Vince McMahon Docuseries
  • WWE President Nick Khan addressed multiple hot topics during his appearance on The Bill Simmons Podcast, including WWE’s approach to signing former AEW talent and the company’s response to the Netflix docuseries Mr. McMahon.
  • Khan clarified that WWE does not intend to sign wrestlers just to sideline them, praised AEW’s talent while signaling interest in future acquisitions, and offered insight into the internal reaction to the controversial final episode of the Vince McMahon documentary.

Here are the highlights from the interview:

WWE’s Approach to Signing AEW Talent

In recent months, WWE has signed several notable names from AEW, including Ricky Saints (formerly Ricky Starks), Penta, Rey Fenix, and Ethan Page. While the list continues to grow, Khan was clear that WWE isn’t signing talent just to keep them off TV.

“That’s something we won’t do. We won’t sign and bench people. We sign people who we want to use,” Khan stated. When host Bill Simmons noted that stockpiling talent is common in wrestling, Khan responded, “That’s what I’ve been told from time to time. Not us.”

Khan emphasized that WWE’s focus is on bringing in performers who can contribute on-screen. Referencing AEW indirectly, he said:

“In terms of the other wrestling promotional company, they have a lot of talented wrestlers and we’re happy about that. When, contractually, they are available to talk to and have conversations with, assume a number of them will come over.”

He added a respectful nod to AEW’s ownership structure:

“Nothing but respect to the father who finances it and owns the Jaguars and all those other things.” This was a reference to Shad Khan, with AEW operated daily by his son, Tony Khan.

Reaction to the Mr. McMahon Netflix Docuseries

The six-episode docuseries Mr. McMahon premiered on Netflix on September 25, chronicling Vince McMahon’s rise and fall. Episode six in particular spotlighted serious allegations against the former WWE Chairman, including sexual misconduct, hush money payments, and a federal investigation. Khan addressed the company’s internal reaction to the documentary.

“Episodes one through five, it was all fine. Episode six obviously had a lot of tawdry allegations in there,” he said. “The most important thing in the company was, ‘Hey, this is not for us to spike it.’ That’s not what the deal was and the deal that was struck with Netflix was prior to me joining WWE on a full-time basis.”

He described the range of reactions from within WWE:

“It went everywhere from ‘Hey, it was phenomenally done’ to ‘Oh my God, this thing is not true, it’s not factual.’ There were people who loved it as an objectively told profile of a person, and people who were close to the subject who didn’t like it, which I would understand, and I think you understand.”

Simmons, who produced the documentary, acknowledged the challenges but expressed pride in the final product. All six episodes are currently available to stream on Netflix.

Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels Tops WWE’s ‘50 Greatest WrestleMania Matches Ever’

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Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels Tops WWE’s ‘50 Greatest WrestleMania Matches Ever’

WWE has officially ranked its 50 greatest WrestleMania matches, with The Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels from WrestleMania 25 earning the No. 1 spot. The countdown, released daily over the past 50 days, celebrates the legacy of WWE’s flagship event while also sparking conversation among fans.

Coming in at second place is the legendary submission match between Bret Hart and Stone Cold Steve Austin from WrestleMania 13, followed by The Rock vs. Hulk Hogan from WrestleMania 18 in third.

Other standout entries include WrestleMania 40’s main event between Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes at No. 6, and the iconic TLC tag team match from WrestleMania 17 featuring The Dudley Boyz, The Hardy Boyz, and Edge & Christian at No. 7.

Playlist All 50 Full Matches

WWE’s 50 Greatest WrestleMania Matches Ever

Below is the full Top 50 list as ranked by WWE:

  1. The Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels — WrestleMania 25
  2. Bret Hart vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin — WrestleMania 13
  3. The Rock vs. Hulk Hogan — WrestleMania 18
  4. Randy Savage vs. Ricky Steamboat — WrestleMania 3
  5. The Rock vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin — WrestleMania 17
  6. Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes — WrestleMania 40
  7. The Dudley Boyz vs. The Hardy Boyz vs. Edge & Christian — WrestleMania 17
  8. Andre The Giant vs. Hulk Hogan — WrestleMania 3
  9. The Ultimate Warrior vs. Randy Savage — WrestleMania 7
  10. Ronda Rousey vs. Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte Flair — WrestleMania 35
  11. Bret Hart vs. Owen Hart — WrestleMania 10
  12. Razor Ramon vs. Shawn Michaels — WrestleMania 10
  13. The Rock vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin — WrestleMania 19
  14. Bret Hart vs. Shawn Michaels — WrestleMania 12
  15. The Ultimate Warrior vs. Hulk Hogan — WrestleMania 6
  16. Rhea Ripley vs. Charlotte Flair — WrestleMania 39
  17. Kurt Angle vs. Brock Lesnar — WrestleMania 19
  18. The Undertaker vs. Triple H — WrestleMania 28
  19. Sasha Banks vs. Bianca Belair — WrestleMania 37
  20. The Rock and Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes — WrestleMania 40
  21. Kurt Angle and Ronda Rousey vs. Triple H and Stephanie McMahon — WrestleMania 34
  22. Kurt Angle vs. Shawn Michaels — WrestleMania 21
  23. The Undertaker vs. CM Punk — WrestleMania 29
  24. Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Kevin Owens — WrestleMania 38
  25. Roddy Piper vs. Bret Hart — WrestleMania 8
  26. The Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels — WrestleMania 26
  27. Randy Savage vs. Hulk Hogan — WrestleMania 5
  28. Daniel Bryan vs. Triple H — WrestleMania 30
  29. The Undertaker vs. Edge — WrestleMania 24
  30. The Usos vs. Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn — WrestleMania 39
  31. Charlotte Flair vs. Sasha Banks vs. Becky Lynch — WrestleMania 32
  32. Randy Orton vs. Daniel Bryan vs. Batista — WrestleMania 30
  33. Randy Savage vs. Ric Flair — WrestleMania 8
  34. Shawn Michaels vs. Ric Flair — WrestleMania 24
  35. Daniel Bryan vs. Kofi Kingston — WrestleMania 35
  36. Becky Lynch vs. Bianca Belair — WrestleMania 38
  37. The Undertaker vs. Triple H — WrestleMania 27
  38. Eddie Guerrero vs. Kurt Angle — WrestleMania 20
  39. GUNTHER vs. Sheamus vs. Drew McIntyre — WrestleMania 39
  40. Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns — WrestleMania 31
  41. The Undertaker vs. AJ Styles — WrestleMania 36
  42. Mick Foley vs. Edge — WrestleMania 22
  43. John Cena vs. Shawn Michaels — WrestleMania 23
  44. Seth Rollins vs. Triple H — WrestleMania 33
  45. The Undertaker vs. Batista — WrestleMania 23
  46. Mr. T and Hulk Hogan vs. Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff — WrestleMania 1
  47. Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar — WrestleMania 33
  48. The Rock vs. John Cena — WrestleMania 28
  49. Sting vs. Triple H — WrestleMania 31
  50. Seth Rollins vs. Cody Rhodes — WrestleMania 38

AEW Grand Slam: México Set for Arena México Debut on June 18

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AEW Grand Slam: México Set for Arena México Debut on June 18

AEW has officially announced its first-ever live event in Mexico, partnering with CMLL to bring AEW Grand Slam: México to Arena México in Mexico City on Wednesday, June 18. The event marks a significant milestone for the promotion, bringing AEW’s Dynamite series to the historic venue often referred to as the “cathedral of lucha libre.”

Tickets will be available starting Saturday, April 26, at 10:00 a.m. via AEWTix.com and Ticketmaster.

AEW Grand Slam: México will be broadcast live on Fox Sports Mexico, TBS in the U.S., and streamed on Max, highlighting AEW’s continued international expansion.

Thunder Rosa Comments

Thunder Rosa, one of AEW’s most prominent Latina wrestlers, shared her excitement in an exclusive interview with Fox Sports, saying, “This is something fans have been asking about for years. There’s no better time than now for AEW’s first Grand Slam in Mexico.”

She emphasized the cultural and professional significance of the event, calling it a major opportunity for AEW’s Mexican talent to perform on home soil. “There’s so much Mexican representation in AEW, it was our time—and what better place than Arena México.”

While the match card will be revealed in the coming weeks, Thunder Rosa mentioned several names she’d like to see participate, including Kenny Omega, Swerve Strickland, Willow Nightingale, and Taya Valkyrie. She also suggested that the success of this event could open the door for future AEW shows in other Mexican cities like Monterrey.

AEW Dynamite Preview (April 16, 2025)

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AEW Dynamite Preview (April 16, 2025)

Tonight, AEW Dynamite: Spring BreakThru emanates from the MGM Music Hall in Boston, Massachusetts, and will be broadcast live on TBS and Max at 8/7c, marking a significant milestone as it becomes the longest-running weekly prime-time wrestling show in Turner Sports history.

This special episode of AEW Dynamite comes as part of a busy week in wrestling, leading up to AEW Collision: Spring BreakThru on Saturday, April 19, and sets the stage for upcoming events like Double or Nothing 2025, which promises to be one of the biggest pay-per-view events of the year.

Matches and Segments

  • AEW World Trios Championship: Death Riders vs. The Opps – This match could have major implications for the AEW Trios division, especially if Jon Moxley, replacing the injured PAC, plays a significant role alongside his team.
  • AEW World Tag Team Championship: The Hurt Syndicate vs. The Gates of Agony – The Hurt Syndicate defends their titles against The Gates of Agony, a challenge issued by the latter, adding tension to the Tag Team division.
  • Owen Hart Cup Semi-Final: Mercedes Mone vs. Athena – A highly anticipated matchup between Mercedes Mone and Athena promises to deliver a standout performance, with both competitors at the pinnacle of their careers.
  • Owen Hart Cup Semi-Final: Will Ospreay vs. Konosuke Takeshita – This rematch between Will Ospreay and Konosuke Takeshita is expected to be an adrenaline-fueled bout that could set the stage for future World Title contenders.
  • Owen Hart Cup Quarter-Final: Hangman Page vs. Wild Card – Hangman Page faces off against Wild Card in a crucial quarter-final match, with significant implications for the Owen Hart Cup tournament.

Stay tuned to SEScoops for coverage of tonight’s AEW Dynamite, where we’ll break down all the action and drama unfolding live from Boston.

BUSHI to Exit NJPW Following May 4 Appearance

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BUSHI to Exit NJPW Following May 4 Appearance

BUSHI will officially leave New Japan Pro-Wrestling following his final scheduled appearance on May 4 in Fukuoka. NJPW confirmed that the decision comes at BUSHI’s own request after careful consultation between both parties.

The company expressed its gratitude and extended best wishes to BUSHI in his future endeavors. NJPW also apologized to fans for any concern or disappointment caused by the announcement

Tetsuya Naito to Leave NJPW After Contract Ends in May

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Tetsuya Naito to Leave NJPW After Contract Ends in May

Tetsuya Naito will officially depart from New Japan Pro-Wrestling after the expiration of his current contract. NJPW confirmed that the decision not to renew was made mutually following extensive discussions regarding Naito’s future in wrestling.

The company emphasized that the parting comes on good terms, expressing gratitude for Naito’s contributions and wishing him continued success. Naito is set to honor all scheduled appearances through the Dontaku series, which concludes on May 4 in Fukuoka.

NJPW also extended an apology to fans for any concern caused by the announcement and thanked supporters for standing by both the promotion and Naito during this transition.

Rhea Ripley Reveals Surprising WWE Inspiration

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Rhea Ripley Reveals Surprising WWE Inspiration

Rhea Ripley has revealed a surprising name as a wrestling inspiration for her.

The Mami recently appeared on Kevin Hart’s show Cold As Balls. She talked about things such as her partnership with Dominik Mysterio, her history teaming and feuding with Liv Morgan, and more.

During the talk, Rhea was asked about her inspirations in the wrestling business. The Eradicator unsurprisingly named Triple H as someone she loved growing up:

“I had three, three main ones growing up..It was Triple H, which is now my boss, so absolutely wild. He’s done so much in WWE, and now he’s literally running it.”

He’s So Comfortable Being A Di**head: Rhea Ripley

Rhea Ripley then also revealed The Miz as an inspiration. Despite having very different character compared to the A-Lister, the female star said that she loves the former WWE champion for his dedication to being a heel:

“Then there’s The Miz. I love The Miz. I don’t know if it was like his cocky demeanor. He’s so funny. He’s so comfortable being a dickhead, and I love that. Then obviously, CM Punk, as well. He’s finally back with WWE, which is amazing. It’s so wild to like have him there.”

Apart from this, Ripley revealed that the first thing that drew her towards wrestling was Triple H’s feud with Ric Flair. Specifically the moment where H shoved a screwdriver into the Nature Boy’s head got her hooked to the sport.

The former Judgment Day member will be competing in a triple threat match against Bianca Belair and IYO SKY for the Women’s title at WrestleMania 41. You can check out the match order for the show here.

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