Here are the matches confirmed for tonights WWE NXT live on The CW from Orlando, FL:
NXT Championship Match: Trick Williams (c) vs. Eddy Thorpe. This match has been building up for a while, with Thorpe calling out Williams for being undeserving of the NXT title.
NXT Tag Team Championship Match: Nathan Frazer & Axiom (c) vs. Gallus (Wolfgang & Mark Coffey). The champions have had an exciting reign thus far, but Gallus will provide a tough challenge.
Oba Femi vs. Axiom: Axiom will pull double duty, facing Oba Femi in a singles match. Femi is riding high with momentum from his Iron Survivor Challenge victory, so this will be a tough test for Axiom.
Zaria & Sol Ruca vs. Lash Legend & Jakara Jackson: This women’s tag team match features a classic clash of styles. Zaria and Ruca are high-flyers, while Legend and Jackson have the power.
Jaida Parker vs. Wren Sinclair: This match follows a heated backstage argument between the two last week.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest NXT news on the road to WWE New Year’s Evil on Tuesday, January 7 from Los Angeles.
.@Axiom_WWE will pull double duty THIS TUESDAY when Fraxiom defend the Tag Team Titles against Gallus AND he goes on-on-one with @Obaofwwe on #WWENXT!
Matt Riddle would have loved to finish his story with Randy Orton.
When the Superking of Bros was released from his WWE contract in September 2023, it also effectively ended his run with The Viper. Randy had been on the shelf due to a prolonged back injury at the time, so Riddle did not get an on-screen chance to explain the end of RK Bro.
During a recent interview with the Developmentally Speaking podcast, Matt Riddle discussed his tag team with the wrestling veteran and commented on the abrupt end of his WWE run. He noted how Orton had to take time off a lot during that period:
“I wish I would have been able to finish the run with Randy, with his injuries and then when we first started teaming up, he got COVID and was out for a couple months, he got it really bad. Then with the injuries, he’d have to take weeks off here and there. I was honestly waiting for him to come back.”
The former US Champion claimed that the run of RK Bro was a storyline he would have loved to finish in an on-screen capacity. Even if it was something as simple as Randy Orton turning heel and attacking him:
“The one that I really wanted to finish was RK-Bro. RK-Bro has some untied ends, some loose ends if you will. It’d be nice to finish that, even if it’s just me getting punted, whatever. It’d be nice to put a period at the end of it.”
Riddle noted that despite the way his WWE run ended, him and Randy are still friends. He said that the Legend Killer still texts him all the time and that’s good enough for him.
WWE’s Logan Paul could be stepping into a boxing ring against Conor McGregor soon enough, according to comments by the ‘Notorious’ Irish fighter. Taking to X, McGregor shared that he and Paul are in early talks for a boxing match in India.
The rumors of a bout with topurio are false. I am in preliminary agreements with the Ambani family to face Logan Paul in a boxing exhibition in India. I have agreed. I will then seek my return to the Octagon.
McGregor is speaking with the Ambani family, the richest family in Asia. Mukesh Ambani serves as the Chairman and managing director of Reliance Industries. As the ninth-richest person on the planet with an estimated net worth of $100 billion, Ambani certainly has the resources to host McGregor Vs. Paul.
The Notorious One hasn’t fought since July 2021, during which he suffered a broken leg agaisnt Dustin Poirier. He was set to return against Michael Chandler, with their feud even being referenced on WWE Raw, before McGregor pulled out due to a broken toe.
McGregor has some boxing experience, including an exhibition with Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather in 2017 for which he reportedly earned $130 million. Paul likewise has boxing experience and is 1-1 in professional bouts. The Maverick’s most recent win saw him defeat Dillon Danis in October of last year.
Conor McGregor In WWE?
Before his 2021 injury, many predicted that McGregor would one-day make his way to WWE, and the fighter himself has teased a move. In October 2024, McGregor shared a drink with Cody Rhodes, exciting fans eager to see the Notorious One in wrestling. In 2016, McGregor drew the ire of the wrestling world by tweeting that “I’d slap the head off your entire roster. And twice on Sundays.”
While McGregor certainly has star power, bringing him on board could be a PR disaster for WWE. Last month, McGregor was found liable for the assault of Nikita Hand in a civil rape case. McGregor was forced to pay his victim over $250,000 and intends to appeal the verdict.
As for Paul, he recently retired from WWE, though fans believe they’ve not seen the last of him. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on this major fight between two huge names in combat sports and entertainment.
The highly anticipated ROH Final Battle 2024 is set to take place on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.
This year’s event promises some decent matchups, headlined by Chris Jericho defending his ROH World Championship against Matt Cardona.
Read More – ROH Final Battle 2024 Live Stream: How to watch
Chris Jericho vs. Matt Cardona for the ROH World Championship
The main event will see Chris Jericho, a two-time ROH World Champion, face Matt Cardona, making his ROH debut. The rivalry between these two intensified during a heated contract signing where Cardona declared this match as the biggest opportunity of his career.
Jericho, on the other hand, dismissed Cardona’s chances, setting the stage for an explosive showdown.
ROH Women’s Championship: Athena vs. Billie Starkz
In a long-awaited rematch, Athena, the longest-reigning ROH Women’s Champion, will defend her title against her former protégé, Billie Starkz.
This match brings their intense feud full circle after Athena’s historic reign began by defeating Starkz at Final Battle 2022.
ROH Women’s TV Championship: Red Velvet vs. Leyla Hirsch
The Women’s TV Championship will be on the line as Red Velvet defends her title against Leyla Hirsch.
Texas Bull Rope Match for the ROH Tag Team Titles
Tag team champions The Sons of Texas (Sammy Guevara & Dustin Rhodes) will face The Righteous (Vincent & Dutch) in a brutal Texas Bull Rope Match. This stipulation guarantees an intense and physical encounter.
Singles Match: Jay Lethal vs. QT Marshall
ROH veteran Jay Lethal returns to face QT Marshall in what promises to be a technical showcase between two seasoned competitors.
Tessa Blanchard has claimed that she is not signed to a contract anywhere.
The former Impact World Champion made her surprise return to TNA during the 2024 Final Resolution event this past Friday. She attacked former Knockouts Champion Jordynne Grace during her singles match against Rosemary.
While speaking to Contralona following her return to the company, Blanchard provided an update on her contract status. She claimed that she is not signed to a deal:
“I am not signed with anyone, including TNA and CMLL. My eyes are now in Jordynne Grace because her locker room in TNA previously had my name on it with a lot of stories I had there.”
Tessa Blanchard said that she’s seen Grace’s career going up and up in the past year. She explained that the 3 times Knockouts Champion would not have had the same success had Blanchard stayed with the promotion. With her return, she wants to prove that the TNA locker room still belongs to her:
“Right now, my goal is to get a singles match with Grace to prove who is the best wrestler in the world.
I had a lot of matches against men, women and have always won multiple championships and tourneys so. I have a lot of confidence in my wrestling that I can say I am the best in the world.”
After a run with TNA Knockouts Championship, Tessa Blanchard defeated Sami Callihan at Hard to Kill in January, 2020 to win the Impact World Title. Due to dispute with the management however, her contract was terminated in June that year and Blanchard was stripped of the title.
New World Tag Team Champions The War Raiders were in a reflective move following their first title victory in over half a decade. On Raw, the pair dethroned The Judgment Day (Finn Balor and JD McDonagh) in the show’s main event. This marks Erik and Ivar’s second times as champions, after previously winning the Raw Tag Team Titles in October 2019.
This win comes after both Erik and Ivar were forced to miss months of action due to serious injuries. In a WWE Raw Digital Exclusive, Ivar spoke about the win, which came in his hometown of Boston.
“It’s been a long, long, hard, vicious, brutal, trying road… To be here, it couldn’t be more emotional and just perfect for me.”
Erik was similarly emotional following the victory, especially after what he and Ivar had been told in the past.
“There were points in the last five years, but also in the last ten years, where both of us were told more than once we’d never wrestle again. We might never walk again. I might not be able to hold my sons. Through all that, we’re still here.”
The Judgment Day had held the World Tag Team Titles since June, with their reign seeing criticism for a notable lack of defenses. Balor and McDonagh defended just one time in the first 100 days of their reign, and just three times on TV throughout their six-month reign.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on The War Raiders and see how they fare as the brand new WWE World Tag Team Champions.
Cody Rhodes knows what it takes to finish the story, and will do exactly that as part of CBeebies Bedtime Stories next month. The reigning Undisputed WWE Champion will be a part of the January 1, 2025, show, and will read a story aimed at helping young viewers wind down and relax before bedtime.
Cody will be reading Gigantic by Rob Biddulph. The story tells the tells the tale of Gigantic, the smallest blue whale in the Atlantic, who must team with his friends to save his brother Titan when the much larger whale gets stuck on land. Rhodes’ appearance will air at 6:50PM on New Year’s Day on CBeebies and will also be available on BBC iPlayer.
Rhodes isn’t the only notable name taking part in the special holiday line-up of bedtime stories. Joining him are Idris Elba, Justin Fletcher, Mo Gilligan, Perrie Edwards, Kylie Minogue, and James Norton, offering festive tales for families to enjoy.
Meanwhile, in WWE, Rhodes is recovering following a brutal post-show attack by Kevin Owens after Saturday Night’s Main Event. WWE’s first SNME show since 2008 saw Rhodes triumph over Owens in the main event, only to be ambushed afterward and hit with a package piledriver. In a storyline update, WWE reported that Rhodes is dealing with axial compression of the cervical spine and a cervical strain with spasm. On the latest episode of Raw, Joe Tessitore revealed that Rhodes is recovering at home and will miss this week’s WWE-Netflix crossover event.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Cody Rhodes, as the American Nightmare is proving to be a hit both in and out of the ring.
WWE dropped a cryptic teaser during the December 16 episode of Raw, with fans convinced that this is the tease of a former AEW star. The brief vignette showed a zero with a line through it before transitioning into the Raw on Netflix logo. On social media, many believed that the vignette teased the arrival of Penta El Zero Miedo, potentially as part of Raw’s debut on Netflix on January 6.
Penta was quietly removed from AEW’s roster after his contract expired and has since re-established himself as part of Lucha Libre AAA. His brother Rey Fenix, on the other hand, remains part of AEW, despite not competing for the promotion since July. Reports of injury time being added to Rey’s contract will keep him a part of AEW well into 2025, keeping the brothers from making a debut in WWE as a tag-team.
Paul Levesque has wanted Penta in WWE for many years. Now the call has finally been answered. pic.twitter.com/EQoiNrZODY
Buzz is already high at Penta’s potential WWE debut, and this tease being followed by a teas for Raw on Netflix leaving fans to wonder whether his debut will come on the January 6, show. The stacked show already has major names and plans confirmed, with Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and more set to appear.
WWE taped the December 23 episode of Monday Night Raw tonight from the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The taping will allow talents to stay home during the upcoming Christmas week. Below are the complete spoiler results for the taped show:
Drew McIntyre Promo: McIntyre opened the show talking about his recent struggles and called out the fans for ‘instantly forgetting about him’ after he lost the Hell In A Cell match to CM Punk. He said that it was ‘pathetic’ for people to forgive Roman Reigns so easily. This prompted Sami Zayn to confront the former World Champion. Jey Uso came out to help Zayn when a fight broke out and rematch between McIntyre and Sami was made official.
First Round Match In Women’s Intercontinental Championship Tournament: IYO SKY def. Abla Fyre and Natalya: SKY replaced Kairi Sane in the match after the latter was attacked by Pure Fusion Collective backstage on this week’s Raw.
Singles Match: Chad Gable def. Akira Tozawa: Gable won the match via submission but refused to let go even after the bell. Otis then made the save for Tozawa.
Singles Match: Damian Priest vs. Dominik Mysterio ends in DQ: JD McDonagh dressed as Santa Claus was in Dom’s corner. After Priest laid out McDonagh, Finn Balor and Carlito attacked the former World Champion. The attack continued until War Raiders made the save.
Singles Match: The Miz vs. Dexter Lumis ends in a DQ: The Final Testament got involved causing the disqualification. The Wyatt Sicks then came out and the segment ended in a big brawl.
New Day Homecoming: Kofi Kingston’s mother was at the ringside for this segment. The duo mocked Wade Barrett for not being ‘man enough’ to wrestle again, comparing him to Big E. Kofi said that his mother didn’t deserve to see her son get booed in his hometown like this.
Singles Match: Drew McIntyre def. Sami Zayn: Jey Uso was in Sami’s corner for the bout. McIntyre pinned Zayn in the rematch for Saturday Night’s Main Event. The new Bloodline showed up after the match and attacked both Zayn and Jey.
WWE also taped the December 20 episode of SmackDown in advance featuring stars such as Kevin Owens, LA Knight and more. You can check out the spoiler for it here.
The Judgment Day’s reign as WWE World Tag Team Champions came to an end during the December 16 episode of WWE Raw when the War Raiders dethroned Finn Balor and JD McDonagh. The finish of the match saw Balor attempt to use a steel chair to intentionally get disqualified, only to be thwarted by Damian Priest. Shortly after, the War Raiders hit War Machine on Balor to secure the win and the titles.
The Judgment Day captured the titles back in June, but their reign drew criticism for a lack of title defenses. In their first 100 days as champions, Balor and McDonagh defended the titles only once on television, with their entire reign featuring just three televised title defenses.
For Erik and Ivar, this victory marks their first taste of championship gold in nearly five years. The pair last held the Raw Tag Team Championships in October 2019, a reign that ended in January 2020 when they lost the titles to Seth Rollins and Murphy. Both Erik and Ivar returned to action this year after injuries kept them sidelined for several months.
After a long road back, the War Raiders have reached the top of the Raw tag team division once again. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest updates on the War Raiders and their reign as WWE World Tag Team Champions.
CM Punk and Seth Rollins are officially set to collide as part of WWE RAW’s historic debut on Netflix, scheduled for January 6, 2025. The announcement was made during a backstage segment taped for the December 16 episode of RAW, further building anticipation for WWE’s streaming era.
During his promo Raw, CM Punk delivered a fiery and confrontational message directed at Seth Rollins. In this segment, Punk emphasized his loyalty to the WWE and its fans, contrasting it with Rollins’ perceived abandonment of the company. He stated, “You belong in the audience with the rest of the CM Punk fans,” suggesting that Rollins is out of touch with the wrestling community. Punk further asserted that while he had carried the company on his back, Rollins had left it behind, claiming, “If anyone should be embarrassed it’s you because this fan he’s got more WrestleMania Main Events than you ever will.”
The tension escalated as the crowd rallied behind Punk, chanting his name and urging him to confront Rollins directly. The promo was not just a verbal exchange but also set the stage for a physical confrontation, which fans eagerly anticipated. This moment was a significant highlight of the show, showcasing Punk’s ability to engage the audience and reignite old rivalries.
The star-studded Netflix debut is shaping up to be a massive event, with major matches already announced, including Roman Reigns vs. Solo Sikoa. However, Punk vs. Rollins stands out as a centerpiece of the evening, given their heated rivalry that has captivated fans for months. Tensions between the two have remained at an all-time high, fueled by Punk’s blistering promos and Rollins’ open disdain.
Taking place at the state-of-the-art Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, WWE is pulling out all the stops to ensure RAW’s Netflix launch delivers an unforgettable night. With top-tier names like Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, John Cena, and now CM Punk and Seth Rollins, the January 6 event promises blockbuster action from start to finish.
The clash between Punk and Rollins adds another layer of intrigue to RAW’s next chapter. Will Punk make a triumphant statement in his return, or will Rollins solidify himself as the face of WWE’s new era? Combined with Roman Reigns’ high-stakes battle against Solo Sikoa, this event is set to reshape WWE’s future and deliver a must-see spectacle for fans worldwide.
Becky Lynch is set to boldly go where no WWE star has gone before, landing a role in the highly anticipated first season of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. The series, which will stream on Paramount Plus, is slated to begin production in August and is expected to premiere in early 2026. Lynch shared the exciting news with fans on social media, expressing her enthusiasm for joining the iconic franchise.
“You know, when you’ve already been champion of the world, there’s really only one place to go next, and that’s to the stars,” Lynch said. “I am so excited to share with all of you that I am joining Star Trek: Starfleet Academy as part of the bridge crew. And lads, this has been the most incredible experience acting alongside just a spectacular cast and crew. I cannot wait for all of you to check it out when it comes out on Paramount+. And hey, live long and prosper.”
The series brings back several Star Trek favorites, including Mary Wiseman as Sylvia Tilly (Star Trek: Discovery), Tig Notaro as Jett Reno, and Oded Fehr as Admiral Charles Vance. According to the official description, Starfleet Academy will follow a young group of cadets navigating the challenges of becoming Starfleet officers while facing rivalries, friendships, first loves, and a new threat to the Federation.
Lynch’s role places her among the bridge crew, though details about her character remain under wraps. The show has already been renewed for a second season, underscoring Paramount’s confidence in the series.
While Lynch is expected to return to WWE television in early 2025 following her current hiatus, this marks a significant step in her acting career. Fans can look forward to seeing her in Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, which promises to deliver a mix of hope, drama, and the spirit of exploration synonymous with the Star Trek universe.
Kurt Angle recently joked that an eternity of hellfire and brimstone awaits his former boss Vince McMahon given the billionaire’s behavior. Reflecting on his time working with the former WWE CEO, Angle shared a damning assessment during a conversation with Inside the Ropes.
“He does some crazy sh*t, and for a guy who’s the owner and CEO of a company, it’s like, ‘What the f**k, man? You’re the boss. You can’t be doing this stuff.’”
Angle also suggested that McMahon’s actions won’t go unpunished in the afterlife, adding, “He’s going to hell when he dies.” During the interview though, Angle also praised McMahon’s work ethic that turned WWE into the premiere name in professional wrestling. The Olympic Gold Medalist also commended McMahon’s mind for the business that allowed him to fend off rivals, including WCW.
McMahon’s legacy has faced intense scrutiny in recent years, particularly following the hush money scandal of 2022 and the lawsuit filed by Janel Grant earlier this year. The allegations against McMahon extend beyond Grant’s case. He is also named in a separate lawsuit alleging he was aware of the sexual abuse of underage ‘ring boys’ by former WWE employee Mel Phillips but failed to intervene. This lawsuit, brought by five anonymous former ring boys, also names Linda McMahon, WWE, and TKO Group Holdings.
Despite the ongoing legal battles, McMahon has plans to launch a new film and TV production company. However, it appears unlikely that the 79-year-old billionaire will return to the world of professional wrestling promotion anytime soon. Stay tuned to SEScoops for updates on Vince McMahon’s legal and professional developments, as Kurt Angle suggests that the pearly gates may not be in his future.
When WWE Raw moves to Netflix in just three weeks, Travis Scott will play a key role in proceedings. Not only will the award-winning artist provide the new theme for Raw, but Scott will also give a live perfomance on the show. Now, Grayson Waller is ready to see more from Scott in WWE, including a potential in-ring role, as he told Phil Fresh this week:
“I think he does have what it takes because he’s obviously a big fan… Travis knows what he’s doing, and the Hardcore title means he’s not afraid to use weapons.”
Waller added that, unlike Scott, many celebrities brought into WWE don’t know what they’re doing in the ring, though stopped short of naming names. Waller is no stranger to celebrity involvement, as he and Austin Theory were on the recieving end of a beatdown at SummerSlam by Awesome Truth and Jelly Roll.
When we say WWE goes big, we mean it. The first #WWERaw of the @netflix Era will be at the @IntuitDome in Los Angeles on January 6th, and @trvisXX will be there live and in person.
Scott’s love for wrestling is no secret, and Mick Foley has shared his support for Scott using the ‘Cactus Jack’ moniker for his record label. Earlier this year, Scott was presented with a brand-new WWE Hardcore Championship by Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque, in recognition of Scott’s love for all-things WWE.
Travis Scott will have a huge role to play come January 6, but will his presence on Raw’s Netflix debut extend past a music performance and into the ring? Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Scott’s relationship with WWE, as Grayson Waller is sure he’d belong in the ring.
Ring of Honor’s flagship event, Final Battle 2024, is set to take place on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.
As wrestling fans around the world eagerly anticipate this annual spectacle, it’s crucial to know when the action kicks off in your time zone.
For viewers in the United States, ROH Final Battle 2024 will begin at 7:00 PM Eastern Time (ET). Here’s a breakdown of start times across different US time zones:
7:00 PM Eastern Time (ET)
6:00 PM Central Time (CT)
5:00 PM Mountain Time (MT)
4:00 PM Pacific Time (PT)
European Start Times
Wrestling enthusiasts in Europe will need to stay up late or set their alarms early to catch the event live. The start times for some major European cities are:
12:00 AM (midnight) Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) on December 21
1:00 AM Central European Time (CET) on December 21
2:00 AM Eastern European Time (EET) on December 21
Australian Start Times
For fans Down Under, ROH Final Battle 2024 will be a Saturday morning affair. Here are the start times for major Australian cities:
11:00 AM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) on December 21
10:30 AM Australian Central Daylight Time (ACDT) on December 21
8:00 AM Australian Western Standard Time (AWST) on December 21
Ring of Honor (ROH) is set to close out the year with its premier event, Final Battle 2024, on December 20 at the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.
This highly anticipated show will feature top-tier action and championship matches that fans won’t want to miss. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch ROH Final Battle 2024 live.
Event Details and Start Time
ROH Final Battle 2024 is scheduled to take place on Friday, December 20, 2024. The event will emanate from the Hammerstein Ballroom, a venue steeped in wrestling history and known for its electric atmosphere.
How to Watch ROH Final Battle 2024
The easiest way to watch ROH Final Battle 2024 is through Honor Club, ROH’s official streaming service. Honor Club offers subscribers access to live events, including Final Battle, as well as a vast library of past ROH content. To watch the live stream:
Sign up for Honor Club at ROHWrestling.com
Download the Honor Club app on your preferred device
Log in and navigate to the live event section
Enjoy the ROH Final Battle 2024 live stream
Honor Club subscriptions are available for $9.99 per month, providing excellent value for wrestling fans.
Why Watch ROH Final Battle 2024
Final Battle has long been considered ROH’s flagship event. The 2024 edition marks the 23rd Final Battle and the third under Tony Khan’s ownership, promising a mix of ROH’s storied tradition and modern wrestling.
For fans unable to attend in person, the Honor Club live stream offers the next best experience. With high-quality production and uninterrupted action, viewers can immerse themselves in the Final Battle atmosphere from the comfort of their homes.
For decades, Super Bowl winners have celebrated their wins by declaring that “I’m Going to Disneyland!” to mark the occasion. At WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, Chelsea Green became the first WWE Women’s U.S Champion, and she too celebrated in the Magic Kingdom.
Woke up as 1st ever @WWE Women’s United States Champion. So what’s first on the agenda? I’m going to @Disneyland !!!!
True to her word, Green celebrated her win in Disneyland alongside her husband Matt Cardona. Days ahead of his ROH World Title showdown at Final Battle, the Indy-God staked his claim to his wife’s championship reign.
It’s official…I’m 1/2 of the @WWE Women’s United States Champion!
Green herself added a unique accolade to her reign, pointing out (via default) that she is the longest-reigning WWE Women’s United States Champion in the history of wrestling.
Green became the first-ever champion by besting Michin in the finals of a tournament that has been going on for weeks. The self-professed Hot Mess defeated Blair Davenport and Bianca Belair in her first-round triple-threat match before defeating Bayley in the semi-finals. The win marks Green’s first title in WWE since 2022 and her first singles title ever with the promotion.
Fans can expect quite the celebration from Green this Friday when she returns to SmackDown as the brand-new champion. The December 20, show will air from the XL Center in Hartford, CT, with much of the show already being taped to give talent time off for the holidays.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Chelsea Green as the new Women’s U.S. Champion is making sure everyone knows of her historic victory.
WWE NXT Tag Team Champion Axiom will be returning to his native Spain later this month in a rare appearance outside the promotion. Axiom will compete for Tyris Wrestling’s Snow Ball 30 show on December 28 in Valencia.
Axiom is the latest Superstar to be allowed the opportunity to compete outside of WWE. 2024 has seen several WWE work with several promotions, including TNA Wrestling, GCW Bloodsport, Pro Wrestling Noah, Reality of Wrestling, and Marigold. Axiom’s situation marks the first European promotion to benefit from WWE’s willingness to work with others under its current creative adminsistration.
Axiom was born in Madrid, a train-ride away from Valencia, and is the first Spaniard to compete and win a championship in WWE. The masked marvel ebuted in WWE in 2019 as A-Kid in NXT UK, and would be added to the WWE NXT roster in March 2022. That July, he wold debut his Axiom character, and is in his second reign as NXT Tag Team Champions with Nathan Frazer.
Tonight’s December 16, 2024 episode of WWE Raw, is set to take place at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. There are several confirmed matches and segments, for the show, including two championship matches and fallout from Saturday Night’s Main Event:
Confirmed Matches
WWE World Tag Team Championship Match: Finn Balor and JD McDonagh of the Judgment Day (c) vs. The War Raiders (Erik and Ivar)
WWE Intercontinental Championship Match: Bron Breakker (c) vs. Ludwig Kaiser
Confirmed Segments
Feuding superstars CM Punk and Seth Rollins are both set to appear. They’re rumored to clash on Monday, January 6, 2025 on the WWE Raw Netflix debut.
Kofi Kingston’s Hometown Return will appear in front of his hometown crowd in Boston following he and Xavier Woods’ recent split from Big E.
Raw serves as the fallout show from Saturday Night’s Main Event, which took place at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Long Island, New York (Results & Fallout).
Either Mercedes Moné or Mina Shirakawa will leave Wrestle Dynasty a double champion after agreeing to face off at the January 5, show. At this past weekend’s NJPW Strong Style Evolved, The CEO succesfully defended her NJPW Strong Women’s Championship against Hazuki.
After the match, Moné was confronted by Shirakawa, who challenged her to a NJPW Strong Women’s Title match for Wrestle Dynasty. Moné accepted, but said Mina’s RevPro British Women’s Title must also be on the line. The pair agreed to the Winner Takes All showdown and ended the segment with a dance.
Moné has held the NJPW Strong Women’s Championship since Double or Nothing in June, where she defeated Stephanie Vaquer in a match that saw the AEW TBS Championship also on the line. As for Shirakawa, she has held the RevPro British Women’s Title since August’s 12-Year Anniversary show, where she dethroned TNA Wrestling’s Dani Luna.
Wrestle Dynasty will take place on January 5, 2025, from the legendary Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan, just one day after NJPW: Wrestle Kingdom 19 in the same venue. In addition to AEW and New Japan talent, the show will also feature names from Ring of Honor, CMLL, and World Wonder Ring Stardom. The show was announced back in June of this year during the AEWxNJPW: Forbidden Door pay-per-view.
Stay tuned to SE Scoops for all the latest news about Wrestle Dynasty 2025 as both The CEO and Shirakawa plan on leaving the event as a double champion.
WWE NXT tag team Hank Walker and Tank Ledger now have tag team championship gold to their name, though not as part of the silver brand. The popular duo competed at Reality of Wrestling’s SubZero where they captured the titles from Fly Def’s Warren Johnson and Zack Mason.
The duo are the WWE Superstars to have held non-WWE gold since the promotion began allowing it’s talent to compete in other promotions. Reality Of Wrestling is owned and operated by NXT commentator Booker T, and the promotion is among those with ties to the WWE ID program.
Hank and Tank have reached the peak of ROW’s tag-team division, and have been rising the ranks in WWE NXT. The pair are consistently one of the most popular teams in the silver brand, with fans eager to see the duo get a shot at the titles. While the duo have yet to challenge for the NXT Tag Team Titles on TV, their most recent title match was at a February 2024 live event where they came up short. The titles are currently held by Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom) who have held the gold since September’s No Mercy event.
The Young Bucks surprised fans with their appearance at NJPW Strong Style Evolved, and the AEW EVPs weren’t afraid to get physical. The show saw Jack Perry and Konosuke Takeshita struggle to co-exist in their tag-team match, but were able to defeat Shingo Takagi and Yota Tsuji.
After the match, Takeshita and Perry ganged up on Takagai until Hiromu Takahashi arrived to fight them off. The Young Bucks then blindsided Takahashi with a superkick, though Perry seemed far from happy to see his fellow Elite allies and headed to the back.
Matthew and Nicholas Jackson discussed challenging for the IWGP Tag Team Championships at Wrestle Dynasty on January 5. The duo also took aim at Kenny Omega and Kota Ibushi, with Nick saying the pair are injury prone after Matt pondered what happened to the pair.
— AEW?Jamie Hayter ??Skye Blue?TheOutrunners?? (@JaxIrvin) December 16, 2024
The Bucks will challenge Great-O-Khan and a mystery partner for the vacant tag team titles at Wrestle Dynasty. The titles are currently vacant after Henare suffered a knee injury, forcing him and Great-O-Khan to give up the gold. The match will be the first time the Bucks have competed since the October 20, 2024 edition of AEW Dynamite, when the brothers lost the AEW World Tag Team Championships to Private Party.
Wrestle Dynasty will be the first show of its kind and take place in Tokyo Japan on January 5, one day after NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 19. The blockbuster show will feature talent from AEW, New Japan, Ring of Honor, CMLL, and STARDOM. Stay tuned for the latest on Wrestle Dynasty and The Young Bucks’ involvement with the show.
CM Punk’s issues with ‘Hangman’ Adam Page are seemingly not over yet, despite the pair no longer being a part of the same wrestling promotion.
The issues between the two resumed on social media this past weekend, when Page spoke about his moveset, and his hope that whoever uses his moveset next being “kinda cool.” Though the Cowboy didn’t specify, many took this as a nod to Logan Paul, who has used Page’s signature Buckshot Lariat in matches.
After Saturday Night’s Main Event, CM Punk was interviewed by Jackie Redmond and Peter Roseburg, the latter of whom spoke highly of the moveset of WWE Hall of Famer Koko B. Ware. This comment irked Punk, who believes it’s foolish for somebody to use the moveset term, especially if they’re a wrestler.
“It’s garbage. If you say that, you’re an idiot. Especially if you’re a wrestler, and you say ‘moveset.’ That 100% tells me you don’t know what the hell you’re doing.”
Punk didn’t mention Page by name, but fans online certainly spotted a connection between their two comments. Punk infamously called Page an “empty-headed f***ing dumb f**k” during his now-infamous AEW All Out 2022 post-show media scrum rant. Punk’s comments, and a backstage fight with The Elite, would see both sides suspended, andthe incident would forever change Punk’s relationship with AEW.
CM Punk has been scandal free since his return to WWE at Survivor Series: WarGames 2023, though it’s clear his view on ‘Hangman’ Adam Page hasn’t warmed. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on CM Punk, as leaving his AEW issues in the past is proving easier said than done.
Boca Raton Championship Wrestling (BRCW) hosted its annual Festival of Fights at the VIP Ballroom at CBI, blending professional wrestling with festive Hanukkah-themed entertainment. The event drew a crowd of approximately 350-450 attendees, including several wrestling legends and personalities.
Im at festival of fights in boca raton. Hanging out with fellow jews @The_MJF & @ColtCabana Known colt for several yrs. Miss his podcast. Mjf is the best heel in the biz. They have an open invite to my hannukah party pic.twitter.com/tWry02JnRt
Ariel Levy defeated Cha Cha Charlie, Steve Maclin, Tito Lincoln, and Lakay in an action-packed opener. Highlights included a Tower of Doom spot and a series of finishers broken up at critical moments. Levy secured the victory by donning Cha Cha’s “magic hat” and pinning him, earning a $5,000 check.
2. Mad Man Fulton vs. Chris Masters
Mad Man Fulton pinned Chris Masters following a devastating chokeslam. Observers noted that Masters appeared significantly larger than usual.
3. BRCW Cruiserweight Championship
Neil the Heel retained his title against Alan “S2S” Martinez in a competitive matchup.
4. Spin the Dreidel Match
The Righteous defeated Better Together in a match governed by the dreidel’s spin, landing on “Hardcore Match.” The contest featured plenty of weapons and comedic moments, keeping the audience engaged.
5. Colt Cabana vs. Bull James
On the 30th anniversary of his bar mitzvah, Colt Cabana triumphed over Bull James, adding sentimental value to his victory.
6. Open Challenge Promo
MTV reality star Mark Long cut a promo, issuing an open challenge for BRCW’s next event on March 9, 2024.
7. Deonna Purrazzo vs. Chelsea Durden
Deonna Purrazzo defeated Chelsea Durden, who wrestled in the very temple she grew up attending.
8. BRCW Tag Team Championship Match
Matt Riddle & Stallion Rogers (c) successfully defended their titles against Anthony Greene & Matt Taven in a highly competitive tag team bout.
9. Main Event: MJF vs. QT Marshall
MJF defeated QT Marshall in a match loaded with drama and crowd interaction.
QT Marshall cut a promo denouncing his Jewish heritage, claiming his Catholic side was superior and insulting both MJF and the audience.
MJF embraced his Jewish identity, humorously calling Boca Raton the “second most magical place in the world after Long Island” and promised to give Marshall a kangaroo kick.
Big Boom AJ made a surprise run-in, helping MJF by laying out QT Marshall, sealing the win for the “Salt of the Earth.”
The return of Saturday Night’s Main Event delivered a thrilling conclusion, with Cody Rhodes successfully retaining the Undisputed WWE Title. However, the celebration was cut short after the broadcast when Kevin Owens launched a brutal assault on Rhodes.
