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Jake Roberts Reveals Why He Choose Snakes As His Gimmick Despite His Phobia

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Jake Roberts has revealed why he picked snakes as part of his gimmick over a different animal.

The WWE Hall of Famer recently spoke to Chris Van Vliet for a new interview. He discussed things such as DDP helping him with his alcohol addiction, his iconic promos, DDT not being used as finishers anymore and more.

Talking about his famous gimmick, Roberts discussed how he’s actually not a fan of snakes and joked that he should have adopted a different creature-based character:

“I don’t like snakes at all. I’m terrified of them. They scare the piss out of me, and you never get used to getting bit. I should have been like Billy the bug, just carry a cockroach around.

You know, if I shoved a cockroach in your ear, that would mess with your head, yeah, yeah, especially your ear. Little cockroach dug in there.”

Because People Are Afraid: Jake Roberts

The WWE legend was then asked why he still chose snakes as part of his character despite hating them. Jake Roberts explained that this phobia which he shares with a lot of fans is the thing that made him a successful heel:

“Because of that, because most people are afraid of snakes. Your parents tell you from the get go, keep away snakes. And that’s ingrained in you.

It’s sort of something that is taught to us from the very beginning, and kids dig it, because mom and dad can’t stand it. You know, it makes mama squirm. I love to see your mother squirm. I still love seeing that.”

Roberts also revealed that he’s received more than 15 snake bites over the course of his career. He discussed how people are told not to move quickly when a snake bites but it’s the natural reaction for anyone. He recalled one such incident where he got bitten by a large reticulated Python who ended up tearing a chunk off his arm.

WWE Survivor Series 2024 Odds: Current Favorites for PLE

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WWE Survivor Series 2024 is set to take place on Saturday, November 30, at the Rogers Arena in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. As the event approaches, betting odds have been released, giving fans insight into the potential outcomes of the matches. Let’s take a closer look at the current favorites for this Premium Live Event (PLE).

Read More – WWE Survivor Series 2024 Live Stream: How to watch

Men’s WarGames Match Odds

The Men’s WarGames match is shaping up to be a thrilling encounter. The current odds favor The Bloodline & Bronson Reed at -150, while Roman Reigns, The Usos, Sami Zayn, & CM Punk are slight underdogs at +110. 

This close matchup suggests an intense and unpredictable battle in the double-ring steel cage.

Women’s WarGames Match Predictions

In the Women’s WarGames match, the team of Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, Naomi, Iyo Sky & Bayley are the clear favorites with odds of -200. 

Their opponents, The Judgement Day, Nia Jax, Tiffany Stratton & Candice LaRae, are underdogs at +150. The odds indicate a likely victory for Ripley’s team, but upsets are always possible in the chaotic WarGames environment.

Championship Match Odds

The World Heavyweight Championship match sees Gunther as an overwhelming favorite to retain his title, with odds of -5000 against Damien Priest at +1200. These odds suggest a near-certain victory for Gunther, barring any unexpected twists.

In the Intercontinental Championship Triple Threat Match, Bron Breakker is heavily favored to retain his title with odds of -1000, while Sheamus (+550) and Ludwig Kaiser (+1000) are considered long shots.

The United States Championship match between LA Knight and Shinsuke Nakamura is more closely contested. Nakamura is a slight favorite at -140, with Knight at +100.

Betting Strategies for WWE Events

When considering these odds, it’s important to remember that WWE events are scripted, which can lead to unexpected outcomes. While favorites often win, upsets and surprise finishes are not uncommon, especially in marquee events like Survivor Series.

As the event draws near, these odds may fluctuate based on various factors, including storyline developments and last-minute changes. Fans and bettors should stay updated on the latest news and developments leading up to the event.

Jake Roberts On Sobriety: I’d Have Died Years Ago If Not For DDP

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Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts would not be living right now if not for the immense effort from him and others to combat his substance abuse issues. For years, Roberts battled an addiction to alcohol and other substances and would spend 14 weeks in a WWE-endorsed rehab clinic in 2007. Despite this, it wouldn’t be until Page moved in with ‘Diamond’ Dallas Page in 2012 that Roberts was able to turn his life around.

Speaking on the Insight podcast, Roberts was asked if he still struggles with his sobriety and shared that alcohol no longer is able to coax him.

“The smell of alcohol turns my stomach. I can walk through an airport blindfolded and tell you where the bars are at. Because of the smell. That’s my stomach now and I’m glad.”

Roberts’ time with DDP and battle with substance abuse was documented in the documentary The Resurrection of Jake the Snake. When asked how he was able to overcome his demons, Jake made clear it wasn’t a solitary venture.

“A lot of damn work, it took a lot of work. It took a lot of patience and some good friends.

Roberts is just one of several wrestlers helped by DDP, who also aided Scott Hall with his battles with substances. Had Page not stepped in, Roberts would not have been alive for the interview according to the WWE legend.

“Nope. No doubt in my mind. I’d have been dead several years ago. That’s where I was going.”

Roberts is not just surviving, but thriving at the age of 69 as the manager of La Facción Ingobernable. Roberts also serves as an advisor for the community outreach program AEW Together where he uses his experience to help others make the right choices.

Roman Reigns Reveals His Hollywood Plans

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Roman Reigns plans to have a similar approach to his Hollywood career as his recent WWE run.

After spending a decade being a full-time wrestler, Reigns has successfully transitioned to a part-time schedule in the past couple of years. Though unlike other part-time workers, Roman continues being the center of the company’s top storyline despite having wrestled only 16 matches since 2023.

The Original Tribal Chief was asked if he has any plans for a Hollywood transition during an interview with SI Media podcast. Reigns explained that not doing some acting work would be a waste of the talents he has developed as part of his wrestling career:

“I’ve said this before there’s so many tools and skills that I’ve built and learned along my way in WWE that it would probably be a waste if I didn’t somewhat transition and use some of these skills.

I don’t know if I would want to go to the full extent of Dwayne [Johnson] or even John [Cena]. Dave [Bautista] is very busy as well, he seems to have a little more balance in the way he conducts his schedule maybe. But you can tell he wants that; he wants to be that guy too.”

I Want To Make Really Good Movies: Roman Reigns

Though Roman Reigns is not looking to make a full-time transition where he’ll be working on multiple projects at the same time. According to him, he wants to make really good movies without oversaturating the market:

“If I’m going to make movies, I want to make really good movies and I want to be a part of really good stories. I want to work with a really good crew. People ,you know, directors and production teams who know what they’re doing. People I can learn from.

I want to work with other experienced actors. I don’t have an ego…so one of my things is, I want to be able to work with people who know what they’re doing and bring something great to the table as well that I can you know take with me. Steal a couple pages from their playbook and we can all make some great money together. But I don’t feel the need to oversaturate that or do too much in that space.”

The former Undisputed Champion discussed how he would also want to have enough time to spend with his kids. Even when he makes the transition and can’t take bumps anymore, however, he’ll continue his association with WWE:

“I plan on taking care of myself so I’ll probably be able to come back and kick someone’s ass no matter what. At least play that role anyways. Look it, and then have somebody fall down for me. But yeah good projects I definitely would love to be a part of.”

NXT’s Tony D’Angelo Weds Wife Isabella with Pet Dogs as Groomsmen

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Congratulations are in order for WWE NXT’s Tony D’Angelo, as The Don of the Silver brand is now a married man. On both X and Instagram, D’Angelo shared that he had tied the knot to his now-wife Isabella Borini. Several wrestlers shared their congrats to the happy couple including Lash Legend, Izzi Dame, Ivy Nile, and Lexis King.

The couple tied the knot in Orlando, Florida with an intimate dinner party at the Fresco Cucina Italiana. The couple’s two pet dogs, Charles and Cooper, served as The Don’s groomsmen, according to a Zola website detailing the couple’s joyous day.

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The Don In WWE NXT

It’s not just in his personal life where D’Angelo is reaching new heights. The Don is the reigning NXT North American Champion, after ending the record-long reign of Oba Femi on the October 8, show in St. Louis. D’Angelo retained the gold against Femi at NXT Halloween Havoc in a Tables, Ladders, and Scares Match.

D’Angelo’s most recent defense took place on this week’s WWE NXT where he defended the gold against Shawn Spears. We here at SEScoops would like to extend our congratulations on D’Angelo and Isabella as they embark on their future together as newlyweds.

WWE ID Prospects Detail Their Unique Wrestling Beginnings

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The WWE ID program will give a spotlight to some of the exciting talent on the independent scene. Jack Cartwheel and Cappucino Jones will prove to be two names to watch as part of WWE ID and have now shared their first experiences from their journies in wrestling.

Living up to his caffeinated name, Jones drank two cups of coffee before stepping into the ring for the first time to calm his nerves. While those two cups did come back to haunt him later on in training, Jones immediately felt like he belonged in the squared circle.

“When I got into the ring for the first time, it was like a shot of Espresso. Everything I did was just different.”

Cartwheel almost missed his first day of training, something he was excited about after seeing his first SPW show. A mix-up meant that Cartwheel arrived at where he thought the training session would be, only to find a locked gate and no ring in sight.

“I went to the wrong place and felt that self-doubt that maybe I wasn’t cut out for this.”

Overcoming this self-imposed anxiety, Cartwheel fought to build up his confidence and is now poised for a major role in wrestling as part of the WWE ID program.

WWE ID Prospects will receive training at the Performance Center in Orlando, Florida, a venue that Cartwheel should have no trouble finding. Click here to check out our WWE ID tracker to learn all about which independent wrestlers are attached to the program.

Paul Heyman Explains Why He Is Not Fan Of Too Many Titles

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Paul Heyman believes companies should not have too many titles unless they can make all of them relevant.

Having too many championships is a problem that has plagued both WWE and AEW in recent times. Fans have complained about ROH titles being defended on AEW TV on top of having multiple mid-card titles of their own. WWE has also been criticized for lack of tag team title defenses in recent months, while the company is gearing up to add two more women’s championships to their lineup.

The former ECW owner revealed his thoughts on the subject during a recent interview with Shak Wrestling. He was asked about his time as the SmackDown head writer and whether the reports of him opposing the introduction of a mid-card title were true. Heyman who believed that another belt would undermine the tag team and cruiserweight divisions explained that any championship should be given enough time:

“Yeah. I’m not a big fan of a multitude of titles unless you can give them enough time. We had proper focus at that time on the championships that we held and didn’t feel that we needed more championships to tell better stories, and felt that therefore, the introduction of more championships only waters down the championships that we already have the spotlight on at the moment.”

If You Can’t Make It Relevant: Paul Heyman

Though Paul Heyman explained that the increased number of titles is not directly related to their relevance. According to him, a company should add or subtract championships based on how well they’re able to maintain the division:

“What works, works. What doesn’t, doesn’t. If you can make it relevant, all pun intended to the island of relevancy, then it will work. If you can’t make it relevant, then it won’t. If there are 14 titles and they all mean something, then you should be looking at doing number 15.

If you have seven titles and you’re struggling to put relevancy on all seven, then you need to cut down the number that you have. What’s working? If it’s working, let’s do more of that. If it’s not working, change it.”

Heyman returned to WWE TV this week helping the team of Roman Reigns to recruit their fifth WarGames member CM Punk. The wrestling veteran would be accompanying the OG Bloodline members for their match against Solo Sikoa and their allies at the Survivor Series event this Saturday.

AEW Bringing ‘Christmas Collision’ & ‘Dynamite On 34th Street’ To NYC

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AEW will be delivering some festive action next month with a pair of shows from the legendary Hammerstein Ballroom. AEW will kick-off with the December 21, edition of AEW Collision, dubbed ‘Christmas Collision‘. On December 25, AEW will host its ‘Dynamite on 34th Street,’ a fun nod to the beloved film about a girl who doesn’t believe in Santa Claus.

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The two shows will mark AEW’s debut in the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, which hosted several ECW events, including the first two One Night Stand pay-per-views from 2005 to 2006. News of the two shows come after AEW filed trademarks for Christmas Collision and Dynamite on 34th Street earlier this month.

At this time, no matches have been confirmed for either show though the posters above promise some of the very top names on the All-Elite roster. It’s also not been confirmed if the Dynamite show will be pre-taped, allowing the roster Christmas Day to spend with families and loved ones. The fact that both shows are being filmed from the Hammerstein Ballroom has led many to believe Dynamite will be filmed on the same day as the live Collision.

2024 has been a huge year for AEW, with the arrival of Mercedes Mone, Kazuchika Okada, and others. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on AEW and its festive shows set to take place next month.

Becky Lynch: Vince McMahon Never ‘Got’ the Four Horsewomen

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Becky Lynch may be a part of the most iconic quartet of women in wrestling history, but there’s a reason fans never saw a fully-fledged faction. Lynch was part of the ‘Four Horsewomen’ of WWE, a group acknowledged by WWE of consisting of four of the company’s most talented women at a time when the company was improving its handling of female talent. In addition to Lynch, the group includes Bayley, Charlotte Flair, and Sasha Banks (now AEW’s Mercedes Mone.)

Though members of the group often teamed and often feuded, fans never saw the Four Horsewomen work together as a faction. Speaking at Vulture Festival, Lynch shared that the idea was considered, but that WWE missed its window of opportunity.

“It was always something bubbling under the surface, one of those ‘break in case of emergency’ ideas. But sometimes, when you leave something for too long, it just fades.”

Lynch chalked up WWE never committing to a Four Horsewomen faction to the idea of the group never being fully established on TV, and instead only alluded to. It didn’t help that Vince McMahon was the ultimate decider at the time as to what made it to TV and was hardly on board with the group.

“I don’t think Vince ever really got it. He didn’t understand. He’d say, ‘What is this Four Horsewomen thing? They’ve never even had a match together.'”

Notable Highlights

Lynch had plenty to say during her time at Vulture Festival and discussed a variety of topics. They include:

  • She and Charlotte Flair are “fine” though they’re not calling each other every night to hang out. Lynch chalked up the real-life issues that stemmed between the two on just how much love the pair once had for each other.
  • Lynch was asked if Vince McMahon’s resignation from WWE and TKO Holdings affected her memoir. She said that the book was pretty-much finished when he stepped down and it would’ve been hard to edit and navigate the book without referencing her former boss.
Becky Lynch Confirms We Haven’t Seen The Last Of Her

Watch: Brody King Knocks Out Broadcast Feed During Dynamite Main Event

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Brody King knocked out more than just his opponent in the main event of the November 27 Dynamite from Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois.

The House of Black member faced Darby Allin in a Continental Classic gold league match. The bout was the main event of the night and the two stars took each other to the limit with their unique offence.

One such move saw King delivering the cannonball to Allin on a barricade at the hardcam side. The move didn’t go as planned however and Brody apparently ended up hitting some equipment causing both the camera and commentary feed to be taken out for a moment:

The ending of the bout saw Darby delivering a Coffin Drop to the heavyweight star. As he went for a second one, however, King countered. He grabbed the former TNT Champion on his way down and converted it into a sleeper hold.

Brody King then delivered a pile driver to his opponent to pick up a victory and three points in the ongoing Continental Classic tournament. Claudio Castagnoli came out after the bell and he had a stare down with Brody as the show went off air.

This wasn’t the only C2 match that took place tonight. Shelton Benjamin defeated Mark Briscoe in a blue league match to open the show while Claudio took out Ricochet in a gold league match later in the night.

Mariah May vs. Mina Shirakawa Set for Winter is Coming

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AEW has confirmed that Mariah May will defend the AEW Women’s World Championship against Mina Shirakawa at Winter is Coming 2024. The event will take place on December 11 at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri, airing live on TBS.

This match comes with added tension after Mina Shirakawa’s recent attack on Mariah May at Full Gear, where Shirakawa ambushed the champion. May now looks to settle the score while retaining her title, but Shirakawa’s calculated aggression positions her as a dangerous challenger.

As one of AEW’s signature Dynamite specials, Winter is Coming has consistently delivered significant matches, and this year’s championship bout continues that tradition. Further announcements about the event are expected as the date approaches.

New Rules For How AEW Continental Classic Winner Will Be Crowned

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AEW is on the road to crown the next Continental Classic winner, but how the next AEW Continental Champion will be crowned has changed. On the November 27 episode of AEW Dynamite, it was confirmed that the winner will be crowned at AEW Worlds End, just like last year’s tournament.

Unlike last year though, the semi-finals will also take place at AEW Worlds End, meaning three Continental Classic matches at the pay-per-view. In addition to this change, the tournament will see the winner of the Gold League will face the runner-up of the Blue League, and the winner of the Blue League will face the runner-up of the Gold League. Last year, it was the winners and runners-up of the same league who faced each other to earn a spot in the finals.

This week’s Dynamite saw the tournament get underway, with Shelton Benjamin defeating Mark Briscoe in the Blue League to earn three points. Claudio Castagnoli and Brody King both earned three points in the Gold League with wins over Ricochet and Darby Allin respectively.

The winner of this year’s AEW Continental Classic will be crowned the Continental Champion, a title currently held by Kazuchika Okada. The Elite member was automatically selected for the tournament, where the odds aren’t in his favor. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from the AEW Continental Classic, as fans are in for some exciting action in this round-robin tournament.

Kamille Ends Alliance With Mercedes Mone On Dynamite

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Kamille has finally ended her partnership with Mercedes Mone.

AEW has been teasing increased tensions between the two female stars over the past few weeks. The final straw for their partnership came at Full Gear this past Saturday when Mone chewed her bodyguard out and told her to stay in the back for her TBS title defence against Kris Statlander.

The current champion then came out to gloat about her win over Statlander on the November 27 Dynamite. She proceeded to call out Kamille again saying that she can’t do anything right.

Before The CEO could fire the former NWA women’s champion, however, she snatched the mic from her. Kamille said that Mercedes can’t fire her because she quits:

The former NWA star officially made her AEW debut back in July. She attacked Britt Baker on her debut and formed the alliance with the current TBS Champion.

A lot of fans have been complaining since then that Kamille is miscast in her role as a bodyguard and considering her previous achievements, she deserves to be featured on TV as a singles star.

We’re going to have to see if this is the end of the former champion’s storyline with Mone or if she’ll go after the title held by the wrestling veteran next.

AEW Dynamite Results: Breakup, Continental Classic

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Here are the key results from AEW Dynamite on November 27, 2024 from Chicago’s Wintrust Arena:

Continental Classic Tournament Matches

  • Shelton Benjamin defeated Mark Briscoe (Blue League)
  • Claudio Castagnoli defeated Ricochet (Gold League)
  • Brody King defeated Darby Allin (Gold League)

Championship Match

Chris Jericho retained the ROH World Championship against Tomohiro Ishii

Other Match

Jamie Hayter defeated Queen Aminata in a Wrestle Dynasty Women’s Cup Qualifier

Key Segments

  • Mercedes Mone and Kamille split up when Kamille quit before Mone could fire her
  • Jon Moxley and The Death Riders attacked both Hangman Page and Jay White
  • The Hurt Syndicate opened the show celebrating Bobby Lashley’s Full Gear victory over Swerve Strickland

Tournament Points Update

  • Gold League: Brody King (3), Claudio Castagnoli (3)
  • Blue League: Shelton Benjamin (3)

John Cena Featured On New WWE Elimination Chamber Promotional Material

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Earlier this month, WWE confirmed that the 2025 Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event (PLE) will take place at the Rogers Centre in Toronto on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Among the highlights of the event will be the presence of one of WWE’s biggest legends, John Cena, as part of his farewell tour.

Cena, who recently announced his retirement plans for 2025, has outlined a packed schedule leading up to his official sendoff. His appearances include the debut episode of Raw on Netflix in January, the Royal Rumble, and WrestleMania 41. In addition, Cena plans to work over 30 WWE dates, ensuring fans across the globe get the chance to say goodbye to the 16-time World Champion as he prepares to hang up his iconic jorts.

Promotional material for the Toronto event prominently features Cena, emphasizing the significance of his last appearance in the city. An email announcement sent to fans stated:

“Elimination Chamber is headed to Rogers Centre in Toronto on Saturday, March 1, 2025! This marks the second consecutive year that Elimination Chamber will be held in an international stadium, following this year’s record-setting event at Optus Stadium in Perth, Australia. Be there live to witness John Cena’s last time ever in Toronto.”

On a parallel note, Cena’s Hollywood endeavors continue to thrive. Filming for James Gunn’s “Peacemaker” Season 2 wrapped up last week, with the series slated for a 2025 premiere on HBO Max. Cena first brought the character to life in 2021’s The Suicide Squad, further cementing his status as a versatile entertainer across both wrestling and film.

TNA World Tag Team Champions The Hardys Re-Sign With Promotion

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Fans can expect to see plenty more of Matt and Jeff Hardy in TNA Wrestling as the legendary duo has re-signed with the promotion. News of the pair’s new deals with TNA was broken by SI, who spoke with Matt about this latest run with the company.

“It’s like we turned back time. Everything’s clicking. We’re very happy with what we’re doing there, and we want to do what we can to help build TNA back into one of the top brands in pro wrestling.”

Re-signing The Hardys is certainly a boon for TNA, which relaunched in January of this year to much fanfare after years as Impact Wrestling. Since then, TNA has maintained momentum thanks to popular talents including World Champions Nic Nemeth, Jordynne Grace, and Joe Hendry, as well as its popular partnership with WWE NXT.

Matt and Jeff both returned to TNA after AEW runs many fans believed fell short of what could’ve been for one of wrestling’s most popular tag-teams. The Hardys captured the TNA World Tag Team Championships at Bound for Glory in October, ending the 43-day reign of The System (Brian Myers and Eddie Edwards.)

As for how long The Hardys’ time with the gold, that remains to be seen, but fans can expect plenty more of the brothers in the iMPACT Zone. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Matt and Jeff Hardy and their plans as part of the TNA roster.

Jeff Hardy: ‘I Don’t Want Solo Hall of Fame Spot, Just To Go In With Matt’

WWE Stock Hits All-Time High As TKO Expands Portfolio

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WWE’s stock has demonstrated remarkable growth, mirroring the company’s dynamic in-ring performances. Trading under TKO Group Holdings since its merger with UFC, WWE’s stock reached an all-time high of $139.15 per share this week, marking a 77.23% increase over the past year.

This surge underscores WWE’s robust momentum in both its entertainment offerings and corporate strategies. Over the past month, TKO stock delivered a 19.11% price return and a 27.71% return over six months.

Analyst Perspectives

The stock’s ascent has garnered positive attention from financial analysts. Firms such as Citi, Guggenheim, and Goldman Sachs have issued ‘Buy’ ratings for TKO, reflecting confidence in the company’s long-term financial prospects.

Conversely, Benchmark Capital downgraded TKO shares from ‘Buy’ to ‘Hold,’ citing concerns over potential dilution of growth due to recent acquisitions and corporate activities.

Strategic Developments

This financial milestone coincides with WWE’s strategic expansion into streaming platforms. Starting January 2025, WWE’s flagship program, Monday Night Raw, will transition to Netflix as part of a 10-year deal valued at over $5 billion.

Additionally, TKO Group Holdings secured a $2.75 billion term loan to fund acquisitions, including Professional Bull Riders (PBR), On Location, and IMG. These additions aim to diversify TKO’s portfolio and enhance its revenue streams.

On the legal front, TKO agreed to a $375 million settlement in an antitrust lawsuit filed by UFC fighters. The lawsuit alleged that the UFC restricted fighters’ pay and leveraged its dominant market position to disadvantage other promotions.

WWE has certainly been on a role as of late, with massive deals including SmackDown’s move to the USA Network and WWE NXT’s arrival on The CW.

AEW Returns to Chicago: Continental Classic and Championship Action

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All Elite Wrestling returns to Chicago’s Wintrust Arena tonight on TBS at 8/7c with a stacked card featuring Continental Classic Tournament matches and championship action.

Continental Classic Tournament Matches:

  • Darby Allin vs. Brody King: A rematch from their bloody feud, with Allin looking to overcome the size disadvantage.
  • Ricochet vs. Claudio Castagnoli: A clash of speed versus power, with Ricochet seeking to bounce back from his first AEW pinfall defeat at Full Gear.
  • Mark Briscoe vs. Shelton Benjamin: Briscoe faces a tough test against The Hurt Syndicate’s standard-bearer

ROH World Championship Match: Chris Jericho defends his title against Tomohiro Ishii, looking to prove his doubters wrong.

Queen Aminata vs. Jamie Hayter, with the winner qualifying for the NJPW International Women’s Cup

Fallout from Full Gear: Expect updates on the chaotic world title scene, including Jon Moxley’s next challenger and the involvement of Christian Cage, Jay White, Darby Allin, and Hangman Page.

GCW Promoter Brett Lauderdale Opens Up About Ricky Starks Situation

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Brett Lauderdale says he doesn’t know why Ricky Starks was pulled from GCW shows.

The AEW star was announced for several upcoming GCW events after his surprise appearance at the Dream On show on November 23. The former FTW champion, however, was pulled from the announced dates only days after by the Elite promotion. This was a curious development as Starks’ other indie appearances were not canceled.

Lauderdale addressed these turn of events on the most recent episode of Game Changer Weekly. He explained that contracted talents reach out to him if they want to get booked. Brett noted that wrestlers are responsible for getting clearance from their employers themselves. He said that he has no direct line of communication with AEW so he can’t be sure why Starks was pulled:

“I found out about this the same time as everybody else did, for the most part. I’ve stated this many times before and it’s no secret. I don’t really have a line of communication with AEW. I’ve never talked to Tony Khan on the phone or via text in my entire life. They don’t talk to me. I’m not trying to say that in a negative context, but I guess we’ve never really had to talk.”

It’s Part of The Deal: Brett Lauderdale

The indie promotion has featured many AEW talents on their shows over the years including top names such as Jon Moxley. Brett Lauderdale claimed that because of the lack of communication, he doesn’t know if the freeze applies just to Starks or other talents as well.

Speaking about all the different rumors that have been floating around, Lauderdale noted that he’s heard things too. Though he can’t say for sure if they’re true as reports have been wrong about the AEW-GCW relationship in the past. Brett said that he’s always thought the two companies to be on the same side, and admitted that it doesn’t feel great to have an announced talent be pulled like that:

“I would love to know if there’s something to be done or something we can be doing. We got to the point where this stuff was agreed upon, announced, and fans were looking forward to this. To promote something and have to pull it back is not ideal. At the same time, and I’ve said this many times, when you do book television or contracted talent, you do it with the understanding this could happen at any time for any reason. It sucks, but it’s part of the deal.”

The GCW official also commented on reports saying that Effy’s referencing Shad Khan on his podcast saying ‘Brett doesn’t have a dad who pays him to stay away’ might have caused the rift between the promotions. He noted that Effy is also an independent contractor and his podcast is not related to GCW in any way.

Ricky Starks On Why He Can’t Be Grateful Just Having A Job

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Ricky Starks has explained why he can’t be happy by just having a job.

The former FTW Champion finds himself in a precarious position with his current employers. AEW has not booked the 34-year-old in a match since March but they reportedly also extended his contract to stop him from entering free agency this year.

A lot of people think that Starks should just be grateful for having a job with the company still but the AEW star doesn’t seem to subscribe to this philosophy.

During a new interview with Chris Van Vliet, Ricky Starks talked about his All 2023 match with Bryan Danielson. While discussing the bout, the former champion recalled someone telling him that he should just be grateful for having a job:

“I’ll never forget someone telling me just be grateful that you even have a job. I remember someone being like, just be grateful we have a job. I’ll never forget feeling like, how dare you! Don’t tell me to be grateful for something that I’ve worked very hard for.”

You Don’t Live My Life: Ricky Starks

Starks explained that people don’t know how hard he’s worked for the opportunities he’s gotten. Anyone who hasn’t lived his life shouldn’t tell him to be grateful for anything:

“That’s saying I know that you’re hungry for dinner, here’s a half-eaten loaf of bread, actually no, let me take that back. Here’s just the crumbs. F*ck you. Don’t tell me just be grateful for something, you don’t live my life. You don’t understand the things that I have gone through to even just get in this moment. It really set me off.”

The AEW star also talked about his recent hiatus from the company. He said that being kept home during the prime of his career just throws you off. You can check out his remarks on the matter here.

Eric Bischoff Crashes WWE NXT: ‘Next Week, I’m Coming to NXT’

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Former WCW President Eric Bischoff has announced that he’ll be making the trip to Orlando for an in-person appearance at next week’s episode of NXT.

This week’s episode of the Black & Silver show featured Trick Williams in a segment where he talked about his upcoming Deadline title defence against Ridge Holland. Holland later came out to deliver some words of his own.

The segment didn’t end with just the two of them, however, and Eric Bischoff appeared on the Titan Tron to address both the stars. The wrestling veteran revealed that he’ll be attending next week’s episode of the show in person to test both the NXT talents:

“Now, Trick, you’re right. Things have been very chaotic in NXT, and I really enjoyed it. But next week, I want to get a closer look because next week, I’m coming to NXT.

Ridge, you want the NXT title so bad? Trick, you want to keep it, right? Well, we’re going to find out how bad. What makes both you guys tick? If you think tensions are high right now, by the time I’m done, you guys are going to want to destroy each other at Deadline. Hell, maybe right there in the room. See you next week.”

Ridge Holland originally won the title shot by defeating Andre Chase on the November 19 episode of the show. The loss not only cost Andre the title opportunity but his Chase U faction was also forced to disband after it.

The NXT Deadline event will be taking place from The Armory in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Saturday, December 7.

WWE Survivor Series 2024 Post Show Start Time: US, Australia, Europe and more

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WWE Survivor Series WarGames 2024 is set to be an action-packed event, with fans eagerly anticipating not just the main show but also the post-show analysis. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the post-show start times across different regions, ensuring you don’t miss out on the excitement.

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US Post-Show Start Time

For fans in the United States, the Survivor Series main card is scheduled to begin at 6 PM ET on Saturday, November 30, 2024. 

The post-show will commence immediately following the conclusion of the main event. While an exact start time isn’t specified, viewers can expect the post-show to begin around 10 PM ET, depending on the duration of the main card.

Australian Post-Show Start Time

Australian wrestling enthusiasts will need to stay up late (or wake up early) for the post-show. Given the time difference, the post-show is likely to start around 2 PM AEDT on Sunday, December 1, 2024. This timing is based on the estimated conclusion of the main card, which begins at 10 AM AEDT.

European Post-Show Start Time

European fans can also look forward to a late-night viewing experience. Here’s a breakdown of the expected post-show start times across Europe:

  • United Kingdom (GMT): Approximately 2/3 AM GMT (Sunday, December 1)
  • Central European Time (CET): Around 4/5 AM CET (Sunday, December 1)
  • Eastern European Time (EET): Roughly 5/6 AM EET (Sunday, December 1)

WWE Survivor Series 2024 Post Show Live Stream: How to watch

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WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 is set to be an explosive event, and fans won’t want to miss out on the post-show analysis and reactions.

The main card will air on November 30, 2024, starting at 6 PM ET. For those eager to catch all the post-match excitement, here’s everything you need to know about watching the Survivor Series 2024 Post Show live stream.

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When and Where to Watch

The Survivor Series Post-Show will stream live immediately following the main event. While an exact start time isn’t specified, fans can expect it to begin shortly after the conclusion of the final match.

Streaming Options

Peacock

For viewers in the United States, Peacock is the exclusive streaming platform for WWE content, including the Survivor Series Post Show. To access the live stream, you’ll need a Peacock subscription.

The standard plan costs $6 per month, while the premium plan is $12 per month, offering additional benefits like offline viewing and ad-free content.

WWE Network

International viewers outside the US can catch the Post Show on the WWE Network. The Network is available for £9.99 per month and provides access to all WWE premium live events and exclusive content.

What to Expect from the Post Show

The Post Show will offer comprehensive coverage of the night’s events, including:

  • Expert analysis of the WarGames matches
  • Interviews with victorious superstars
  • Discussion of surprising moments and potential storyline developments
  • Fan reactions and social media highlights

Key Matches to Be Discussed

The Post Show will likely focus on the following high-profile matches:

  • The Men’s WarGames match featuring the OG Bloodline vs. the New Bloodline
  • The Women’s WarGames match with last-minute changes due to Jade Cargill’s injury
  • Gunther defending his World Heavyweight Championship against Damian Priest
  • Other title matches and significant confrontations

Roman Reigns Reveals If The Rock Match Is Still On Table

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Roman Reigns says that the match with The Rock could still happen if the fans want it but they can also pivot things to a different direction if needed.

The Original Tribal Chief spoke to SI Media podcast recently to discuss a wide variety of topics including his status for the Raw Netflix premiere, his SummerSlam return, Paul Heyman’s recent behaviour, and a lot more.

When asked if the match with The Great One could still happen, the former Undisputed Champion explained that WWE is a company that always listens to fans. While they don’t let individuals dictate their programming, they work hard to satisfy the paying consumer in a way that enables the company to grow further:

“I think our fan base and the company’s proven that if our fans are loud enough and passionate enough about something [it’ll happen]. We’re a company who, we’re not being dictated to, and of course we have a vision for where we’re trying to go.

But we know who the consumers are, we know who’s paying their hard-earned money. We want to satisfy those people. But we have to do it in a regard that’s going to attract more eyes and bring more people in. Dwayne’s always going to be in that role. He’s always going to be a guy that just magnetizes and makes the broadcast even bigger. So if that’s the case and that the people want it.”

We Can Make Something Happen: Roman Reigns

The Final Boss showed up at Bad Blood last month to confirm that his story with Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes is not over just yet. Though there have been conflicting reports on what the next chapter of this feud with look like. One source suggests that the appearance was not building toward the obvious Roman Reigns vs. The Rock match for WrestleMania 41.

The Tribal Chief seemingly referenced the uncertainty of plans concerning The Hollywood star discussing how WWE has developed many talents who can take the center stage if needed. Roman Reigns is not backing away from the fight however, if the People’s Champion is down for it:

“But that’s what’s cool is, man, we’ve had such a strong set of talent in our roster. Who would have thought that Cody could have had so much admiration that it could have broke up the plans of Tribal Chief vs. The People’s Champion.

That in its own right is pretty outstanding. It’s amazing. So I think that just kind of goes back to – Yeah there’s a lot of meat on the bone and if Dwayne can’t come in and just boom – this is how it is brother.

Then that’s when you know you’re cooking up with some really good ingredients. I think that’s what makes…that’s why he is tied in the way he is. That’s why he’s a part of the board and a part of everything the way he is. Because we’re at an unprecedented time right now. Business is great and we just want to continue to push things up. So if that’s what the people want, and the people’s champ is down – I’m sure we can make something happen.”

AEW Grand Slam: Australia Shifts to Smaller Venue In Brisbane

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AEW Grand Slam: Australia, the promotion’s first-ever event in the country, will now take place from the Brisbane Entertainment Centre on Feb 15. In an email shared by ticket provider TICKETEK, the move was made official.

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Grand Slam: Australia was announced during All In: London 2024 and was originally set to take place at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium. At this time, no matches have been confirmed for the pay-per-view.

While no official word has been given for the change, reports have come out that ticket sakes for Grand Slam: Australia have underperformed. In September, Dave Meltzer shared on Wrestling Observer Radio that sales were “not good” while Bryan Alvarez said that he’s heard similarly from “everyone” he’s spoken with from Australia.

Suncorp Stadium has a capacity of 52,500, while the Brisbane Entertainment Centre has a much smaller capacity of 13,601. This should make filling the arena a much easier task for AEW and lower the risk of embarrassing photos of throngs of empty seats, which have been shared on social media following multiple AEW TV events.

While AEW moving to the smaller venue is clearly not a step Tony Khan and his allies wanted to make, this is what all involved believe is the right course of action. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on AEW Grand Slam: Australia including breaking news and live results.

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