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Special Guest Referee Announced For TNA Bound for Glory Match

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Frankie Kazarian is set to serve as the special guest referee for the World title match between Joe Hendry and Nic Nemeth at TNA Bound for Glory pay-per-view. TNA made the announcement during Thursday’s TNA iMPACT!

Kazarian had lost the title opportunity after losing the one contender’s match as Hendry won the bout. Kazarian is now seeking revenge as the special guest referee after losing to Hendry.

The veteran star launched an assault on the champion after the latter defeated Matt Cardona on last night’s edition of TNA iMPACT! However, Hendry came to the aid of Nemeth and Kazarian announced that he would be the special guest referee for the World Title match next weekend at TNA Bound for Glory. Another match was also announced on the show.

Nic Nemeth became the World Champion at TNA Slammiversary in July when he defeated Moose, Josh Alexander, Steve Maclin, Frankie Kazarian, and Joe Hendry in a Six-way elimination match. His latest title defense took place against Moose at TNA Victory Road. 2024

The Bound for Glory 2024 will be the 20th annual of the show. This year, the show is set to emanate from the Wayne State Fieldhouse in Detroit, Michigan.

Lineup for TNA Bound for Glory

  • TNA World Champion Nic Nemeth defends against Joe Hendry w/Frankie Kazarian as special guest referee
  • TNA Knockouts World Champion Jordynne Grace defends against Masha Slamovich
  • Full Metal Mayhem for the TNA Tag Team Championship: ABC vs. The Hardys vs. The System
  • Monster’s Ball match for the TNA Digital Media and International Wrestling Championships: PCO defends against Matt Cardona
  • TNA X-Division Champion Mike Bailey defends against El Hijo del Vikingo
  • TNA Knockouts Tag Team Champion Spitfire defend against Wendy Choo & Rosemary
  • Call Your Shot gauntlet match
  • Moose vs. Mike Santana

TNA Bound For Glory 2024 Card: Every match taking place

Jake Skudder
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TNA Wrestling’s biggest event of the year, TNA Bound For Glory 2024, is set to take place on October 26, 2024, at the Wayne State University Fieldhouse in Detroit, Michigan. 

As the anticipation builds for this monumental pay-per-view, let’s dive into the exciting match card that promises to deliver an unforgettable night of professional wrestling action.

Read More – TNA Bound For Glory 2024 Tickets: Availability, price and more

Main Event: TNA World Championship Match

The main event of the evening will see TNA World Champion Nic Nemeth defending his title against the determined challenger, Joe Hendry. This highly anticipated clash came to fruition after Hendry defeated Josh Alexander at Victory Road and subsequently overcame Frankie Kazarian in a number one contender’s match. 

With both competitors at the top of their game, this championship bout is sure to be a thrilling conclusion to the night’s festivities.

TNA Tag Team Championship: Full Metal Mayhem

In what promises to be a chaotic and high-flying affair, the TNA Tag Team Championships will be defended in a Full Metal Mayhem match.

The current champions, The System (Brian Myers and Eddie Edwards), will face off against two formidable teams: The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) and ABC (Ace Austin and Chris Bey). 

Monster’s Ball: TNA Digital Media Championship & International Heavyweight Championship

In a unique twist, PCO will put both the TNA Digital Media Championship and the International Heavyweight Championship on the line against Matt Cardona in a Monster’s Ball match at TNA Bound for Glory 2024.

This hardcore-style contest was set up after weeks of tension between the two competitors, with TNA management finally stepping in to settle their differences in this brutal encounter.

TNA Knockouts World Championship Match

The women’s division takes center stage at TNA Bound for Glory as Jordynne Grace defends her TNA Knockouts World Championship against the dangerous Masha Slamovich. 

This match is a rematch from two years ago when Grace defeated Slamovich at Bound For Glory 2022, ending the latter’s undefeated streak. Now, with both wrestlers having evolved their styles, this contest promises to be even more intense than their previous encounter.

Moose vs. Mike Santana

In a clash of contrasting styles, the powerhouse Moose will go one-on-one with the technical prowess of Mike Santana. This match stems from ongoing tensions between the two competitors and could potentially steal the show with its blend of power and agility.

X-Division Showcase: El Hijo del Vikingo vs. “Speedball” Mike Bailey

Adding to the already stacked card, TNA has announced an exciting X-Division match featuring the high-flying El Hijo del Vikingo taking on the dynamic “Speedball” Mike Bailey. This contest is sure to feature breath-taking aerial maneuvers and lightning-fast action, showcasing the best of TNA’s X-Division.

Full Card

Here is the full card for the event as currently confirmed by TNA:

  • TNA World Heavyweight Championship Match: Nic Nemeth vs. Joe Hendry – Special Guest Referee: Frankie Kazarian
  • TNA Tag Team Championship Full Metal Mayhem Match: The System vs. The Hardys vs. ABC
  • TNA Digital Media Championship & International Heavyweight Championship Monsters Ball Match: PCO vs. Matt Cardona
  • TNA Knockouts Championship Match: Jordynne Grace vs. Masha Slamovich
  • TNA X-Division Championship Match: Mike Bailey vs. El Hijo Del Vikingo
  • TNA Knockouts Tag Team Championship Match: Spitfire vs. Wendy Choo & Rosemary
  • Mike Santana vs. Moose
  • Josh Alexander vs. Steve Maclin

TNA Bound For Glory 2024 Tickets: Availability, price and more

Jake Skudder
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TNA Wrestling’s biggest event of the year, Bound For Glory 2024, is set to electrify Detroit, Michigan on Saturday, October 26, 2024. This highly anticipated pay-per-view will take place at the Wayne State University Fieldhouse, promising an unforgettable night of high-flying action and culminations to intense rivalries. 

If you’re eager to witness this spectacular event in person, here’s everything you need to know about ticket availability, pricing, and more.

TNA Bound for Glory 2024 Ticket Release Dates

TNA Wrestling has announced two important dates for ticket sales:

  • TNA+ Subscriber Pre-sale: Thursday, August 22, 2024
  • General Public On-sale: Friday, August 23, 2024 at 10:00 AM ET

TNA+ subscribers will have the advantage of early access to tickets, so if you’re a die-hard fan, consider subscribing to secure your seats before the general public.

Where to Purchase Tickets

Tickets for TNA Bound For Glory 2024 will be available through the following channels:

  • Etix.com: The official ticketing partner for the event
  • Ticketmaster.com: An alternative platform for purchasing tickets

It’s always recommended to create accounts on these platforms before the on-sale date to streamline your purchasing process.

Ticket Pricing

While exact pricing details are still to be confirmed, here’s what we know so far:

  • Starting Price: Tickets are expected to start from $60.00 USD
  • VIP Packages: Special packages like the “Suplex Second Row” are priced at $499.00

Keep in mind that prices may vary depending on seating location and package options.

Seating Options

The Wayne State University Fieldhouse offers various seating options to cater to different preferences and budgets. When purchasing your tickets, you’ll be able to select from:

  • Floor seating
  • Lower bowl
  • Upper bowl
  • VIP sections

A detailed seating chart will be available on the ticketing platforms to help you choose the best spot for your TNA Bound For Glory 2024 experience.

Additional Information

  • Parking: Information on parking at Wayne State University Fieldhouse will be provided closer to the event date
  • Accessibility: The venue offers accessible seating options; contact the box office for specific requirements
  • Age Restrictions: While TNA events are generally family-friendly, parental guidance is advised

Swerve Strickland Reveals The One Match That Earned Him Trust Of AEW Management

Anutosh Bajpai
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Swerve Strickland has revealed the one match he thinks earned him the respect of the AEW management and led to his current status in the company.

The former AEW Champion recently appeared on the No Contest Wrestling podcast. He discussed things such as growing up around the world as a military kid, Hangman Page burning down his childhood home and more.

During the talk, Strickland was asked if he can remember any specific moment that changed the course of his career like the Austin 3:16 promo did for Stone Cold Steve Austin. Swerve first said that he can think of many such moments, though the one he named was his match with Hiroshi Tanahashi:

“Through the office from talks I heard it was me and Tanahashi on a Collision. When Tanahashi was like…it was me and him. It was going right into Forbidden Door. Cause I didn’t do Forbidden Door the main show, on the second Forbidden Door.

We were going back and forth and he was about to hit High Fly Flow but he slips off. I run up and I start fighting him up boom boom boom and he knocks me off and he hits me High Fly Flow and wins.”

That Was The Moment: Swerve Strickland

The match in question took place during the June 24, 2023 episode of Collision, only a day before the 2023 Forbidden Door PPV. It was only the second episode of the Saturday night show and the match in question opened the night.

According to Swerve, being able to adjust on the fly when The Ace of NJPW couldn’t hit his finishing maneuver properly showed people in the back that he had what it takes to become a champion. The AEW star also claimed that the bout might have saved the working relationship of the two companies:

“That was the moment Tony was like ‘I can trust him in anything. I can trust him with anybody’ That might be what saved the New Japan relationship with AEW. It might have been because he became the president like very soon after that.

But he gets hurt, all that goes away. All of it. So there’s that. Then shortly after that I started wrestling a lot of the veterans. It was like me and RVD, me and Jeff Hardy, me and Billy Gunn, me and Sting. It was like Swerve can make it work. Swerve can do it. I was like ‘Bring it on.'”

After the Tanahashi match, Swerve shared the ring with the likes of CM Punk, Bryan Danielson and Sting. He would go on to win his first singles title in the company almost a year later at Dynasty.

Karrion Kross Tells Truth About Supposed Heat With Bobby Lashley

Anutosh Bajpai
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Karrion Kross says there was zero heat between him and Bobby Lashley leading up to their Philadelphia Street Fight at WrestleMania 40.

The former NXT Champion competed in his first-ever WrestleMania match this year. He led The Final Testament against Bobby Lashley’s The Pride. The two teams had a short but eventful match with The Pride coming out victorious.

During a recent appearance on Chris Van Vliet’s Insight podcast, Kross told the truth about his supposed heat with the former WWE Champion leading up to their Mania match. He said that he hates to break the kayfabe but he loves and respects Lashley:

“Zero [heat], it was a work. He knows I feel this way about him. It’s not the first time I’m saying it. And unless you would have asked me about this, I would have never said it. I love that dude to death.

After the match, I wanted to tell him afterwards so he didn’t think I was trying to butter him up before we went out. I told him after the match was done, expressed how much I love him.”

Karrion Kross explained that he was an ECW fan growing up and was super excited when WWE brought it back in 2006. The period of Bobby Lashley as the ECW Champion was especially his favorite because he loved seeing an athlete the size of The All Mighty doing all sorts of crazy things.

Bobby Lashley’s Crazy Idea

Continuing on the build for their WrestleMania match, Kross revealed that Lashley wanted them to lean into the rumors. The former TNA champion had even suggested a shoot fight before the show to make their match feel more organic:

“Bob was like, ‘You know what we should do? All these guys, they like to talk and they like to run to the dirt sheets and stuff. Dude, we should fight at the beginning of the show. We should get in a fight because all these guys are going to go and call the dirt sheets and tell them that we actually had a fight, and it’s going to stir people up into what we’re doing on TV.’ I was like, ‘Bob, what? Hold on a sec. First of all, what happens if nobody breaks up the fight?’ And he was like, ‘damn, I didn’t think about that.'”

It wasn’t only Lashley who had crazy ideas to make their match as big as possible. Kross revealed during the same interview that he had some pretty out-of-the-box ideas for weapons he could have used during the bout.

Bobby Lashley’s WWE run unfortunately did not last very long after this bout. The company decided not to renew his contract and Lashley departed the promotion in August this year. Though reports suggest that he has already found a new home and is expected to make his debut there very soon.

Cora Jade Dog Shares Passing Of Her Dog After Being Struck By Car

Thomas Lowson
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WWE NXT Superstar Cora Jade is mourning the loss of her dog Stitch who went missing hours before dying this week. On X, Jade shared the heartbreaking news with her followers that her dog had gone missing and hoped someone could reunite her with her furry friend.

https://twitter.com/CoraJadeWWE/status/1847070028858118512

Unfortunately, Jade shared in an update that Stitch was hit by a car and that the driver did not stop. The NXT Superstar was appreciative that the person who found her dog was able to contact her and care for Stitch in his final moments.

This tragedy comes mere weeks after Cora Jade made her return to NXT during the brand’s debut on The CW Network. During the show’s premiere episode on the network, Jade aided Roxanne Perez in her successful NXT Women’s Title defense against Giulia. Jade has explained her alliance with Perez as being on board with the new heel attitude of The Prodigy. The 23-year-old had been out of action since January of this year after she tore her ACL during an NXT Live Event match against Lyra Valkyria.

Jade and Perez have been at odds with Giulia and the recently-debuted Stephanie Vaquer in recent weeks, guaranteeing all four women a prominent role on WWE NXT programming. In her personal life though, Cora Jade is evidently struggling, and we at SEScoops would like to offer our condolences at this sad time.

WWE & Netflix To Launch Behind-The-Scenes Documentary

Thomas Lowson
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WWE and Netflix are stepping in the ring together to debut a brand-new behind-the-scenes documentary. WWE President Nick Khan shared the news during the University of Southern California Next Level Sports conference.

A statement from Bloomberg reads:

World Wrestling Entertainment Inc., part of TKO Group Holdings Inc., is set to debut a behind-the-scenes documentary series on Netflix Inc., WWE President Nick Khan announced on Thursday.

The new series is part of WWE’s expanding partnership with Netflix, Khan told the University of Southern California Next Level Sports conference in Inglewood, California. Earlier this year, the two companies signed a $5 billion, 10-year deal that will bring WWE’s flagship program, Raw, to the streaming service in 2025.

Netflix has already forayed into the world of professional wrestling with its six-part Mr. McMahon docuseries premiering on the streaming juggernaut last month. While critics have questioned the lack of new insight, the series has proven to be popular and remained in Netflix’s top 10-viewed programs during its first two weeks.

WWE will begin hosting Monday Night Raw on Netflix this coming January with a PLE-worthy show set to kick off this new era of the red brand. Fans outside the U.S. will also receive WWE SmackDown and WWE NXT as well as Premium Live Events. Netflix already hosted the Bad Blood 2024 PLE in Brazil in a taste of what fans outside the U.S. can come to expect very soon.

The Netflix partnership marks a huge future for WWE with its ten-year deal valued at a reported $5 billion. Soon, fans will get the chance to see much more of WWE, both the on-screen product and work from behind the scenes, on the streaming service.

Steph De Lander Shares Update After Neck Fusion Surgery

Thomas Lowson
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TNA Wrestling star Steph De Lander is officially on the mend following neck fusion surgery. De Lander surprised fans at Victory Road in September when she disclosed her neck injury and announced that surgery would be necessary, an operation that would involve the fusion of her C5 and C6 vertebrae.

This week, De Lander shared a positive update on social media, humorously noting that she now has a “brand new neck.” The former WWE NXT Superstar jokingly adding that she might as well have gotten a BBL while she was at it.

De Lander previously shared that she expects to be out of action for at least six months, meaning she will miss the remainder of 2024. Fans are already eagerly anticipating her return to the ring once she’s fully healed. De Lander’s work alongside ‘Indy God’ Matt Cardona has proven to be a hit with fans, as the two often assist one another in matches and rile up fans.

Injuries are an occupational hazard for any professional wrestler and right now, De Lander is prioritizing her long-term health by focusing on getting fully healed. We here at eWrestlingNews would like to wish Steph De Lander a full and speedy recovery.

Kurt Angle Pays Tribute To One Direction’s Liam Payne

Anutosh Bajpai
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Kurt Angle has paid tribute to late One Direction Member and his former opponent Liam Payne after his passing earlier this week.

The English singer passed away on 16 October after falling from the third-floor balcony at the CasaSur hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

The 31-year-old was a long-time wrestling fan and even wrestled a match against the Olympic Gold Medalist back in 2013 to promote One Direction’s Midnight Memories album.

The former world champion posted a short clip of their match where Liam wrestled under a mask and full-body suit. Kurt Angle said that it was an honor to step in the ring with the late star:

Liam Payne had made multiple appearances on The X Factor early in his music career. He auditioned at the age of 14 for the Fifth series of the show and made it past the first round before being cut at the Boot Camp stage.

The English star would return during the Seventh series of the show where he was later put together with Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Louis Tomlinson, and Zayn Malik, officially forming the famed band.

Simon Cowell’s Syco Entertainment signed the group after their appearance on the reality show and they started breaking records with their very first album.

The wrestling match between Liam and Angle took place during the band’s 1D Day live stream which featured the band members taking part in various performances, interviews and more.

Vikingo vs Speedball Mike Bayley Set for TNA Bound for Glory

Michael Reichlin
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Here’s the updated card for TNA Bound for Glory 2024:

• TNA World Championship Match: Nick Nemeth (c) vs. Joe Hendry

• TNA Digital Media Championship & International Heavyweight Wrestling Championship – Monsters Ball Match: PCO (c) vs. Matt Cardona

• TNA World Tag Team Championship – Three-Way Full Metal Mayhem Match: The System (c) vs. The Hardys vs. ABC (Ace Austin and Chris Bey)

• TNA Knockouts World Championship: Jordynne Grace vs. Masha Slamovich

• X-Division Championship Match: “Speedball” Mike Bailey (c) vs. El Hijo Del Vikingo

• Singles Match: Josh Alexander vs. Steve Maclin

• Countdown to Bound for Glory: Call Your Shot Gauntlet Match

TNA Bound for Glory takes place on October 26, 2024, live from Detroit, MI. The event streams live on pay-per-view. Additional matches or adjustments may be announced leading up to the event.

Westside Gunn’s 4TH ROPE Blends Wrestling, Art, and Music

Michael Reichlin
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Rapper Westside Gunn has unveiled his latest business venture: a pro-wrestling company called 4TH ROPE, which reflects his passion for wrestling, art, fashion, and music.

The company will officially launch at “The Heels Have Eyes III,” set to take place at the UIC Forum in Chicago on Saturday, November 2nd. This event marks the next chapter of Gunn’s concert series, blending live music with professional wrestling.

The concert series has previously made stops in Philadelphia and Cleveland, both of which sold out. The Chicago event will feature performances from legendary DJs Pete Rock and DJ Premier following the wrestling matches.

Several prominent wrestling talents are scheduled to appear, including Jordynne Grace (TNA Knockouts World Champion), Sami Callahan, Nick Gage, Moose, Joe Hendry, Masha Slamovich, AJ Francis, and Santana.

Westside Gunn’s vision for 4TH ROPE is to create a dynamic fusion of music and wrestling, delivering a fun and engaging experience for wrestling fans and music lovers alike.

WWE Star Pushes For Women’s Fight Pit Match 

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WWE NXT star Lola Vice has expressed her desire for the company to bring back a unique match concept. During an appearance on The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Vice revealed that she wants to compete in the Fight Pit match, a stipulation introduced in 2020 but last held in 2022.

“I would want to be in the first-ever women’s Fight Pit match. That’s on my bucket list.”

– Lola Vice

Vice’s Opponent Wish List

Vice also named several potential opponents she’d like to face in the Fight Pit, including Jaida Parker, Stephanie Vaquer, and Giulia. Vice recently competed on the October 15 edition of WWE NXT, where she suffered a loss to Nikkita Lyons.

The Fight Pit match has only taken place three times in WWE history. The inaugural match featured Timothy Thatcher against Matt Riddle on an episode of NXT. Thatcher returned for a second Fight Pit match, this time against Tommaso Ciampa, also on NXT.

The third and most recent Fight Pit occurred at Extreme Rules 2022, with Riddle facing Seth Rollins. UFC legend Daniel Cormier served as the special guest referee for that match.

CM Punk to Costar in Horror Thriller Movie “Night Patrol”

Andrew Ravens
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CM Punk has lined up his next Hollywood project, starring in the upcoming horror film Night Patrol. Punk is set to play a key role in the movie, which is expected to be released in 2025.

The indie horror feature will star Justin Long, Jermaine Fowler, and RJ Cyler. It is directed and co-written by Ryan Prows. David S. Goyer and Keith Levine will produce the film alongside Josh Goldbloom, who is known for his work on the recent V/H/S horror entries. James Harris and Mark Lane of Tea Shop Films also produce the project.

The cast includes Dermot Mulroney, Freddie Gibbs, YG, Flying Lotus, Jon Oswald, and Nicki Micheaux. Prows co-wrote the script with Shaye Ogbonna, Tim Cairo, and Jake Gibson, who previously collaborated on Prows’ directorial debut, Lowlife, which was released by IFC Midnight in 2018.

The Plot

Night Patrol centers on an LAPD officer (played by Jermaine Fowler), who must put aside his differences with the area’s street gangs when he discovers a local police task force is hiding a horrific secret that threatens the residents of the housing projects where he grew up.

In addition to Punk, the film features a strong supporting cast, including Fowler, known for his excellent performances. The executive producers of Night Patrol are Matthew Helderman, Luke Taylor, and Grady Craig.

CM Punk’s previous acting credits include Rabid and Girl on the Third Floor in 2019 and Jakob’s Wife two years later. He has also appeared in the TV series Heels and Mayans M.C.

Mercedes Moné Explains the Difference Between Superstars and Wrestlers

Michael Reichlin
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Mercedes Moné says there’s a difference between pro wrestlers and Superstars, and one is clearly superior. The reigning AEW TBS Champion shared her views on this topic in her latest Moné Mag Newsletter (Vol. 2, Issue 19).

Drawing from her extensive experience in the industry, the self-proclaimed All Elite ‘CEO’ explains that it takes more than technical skill to reach the level of superstardom.

Some would argue that ‘excellence of execution’ is what makes a great pro wrestler, but Moné argues that a wrestler’s look, presentation, charisma and ‘aura’ are crucial to reach the top of the industry.

“Being a superstar is a combination of having the looks, the presentation, and a connection with the fans and the audience. A superstar is someone that people go WOW! They are just so captivating. Goldberg is one great example of many.”

Moné seems to downplay a standard ‘wrestler’ with a quote that sounds like it may have come from her former boss. “A wrestler, on the other hand, is someone who just puts on the grind and executes moves. They have all the fundamentals down and can do the flips and the dips.”

“Wrestlers can have great matches, too, but to be a superstar is really on a whole different level.”

– Mercedes Moné argues, Superstars > Wrestlers

Moné says there are a few key performers who check both the wrester and superstar boxes, such as Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart.

She also names Willow Nightingale, Kris Statler and Mariah May as her favorite performers in AEW who encapsulate both descriptions.

UFC Champ Tom Aspinall Eyes WWE Career

Thomas Lowson
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At WWE’s recent live event in Manchester, England, interim UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall surprised fans in his hometown. Aspinall appeared in the ring with Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER, and fans could be seeing much more of him in the squared circle.

Speaking to The Sun after his appearance in Manchester’s Co-Op Arena, Aspinall shared plans for a future in WWE after he finishes in MMA.

“When I have retired from MMA, I’m switching over to WWE. And I’m going to be the WWE Heavyweight Champ.”

There’s no shortage of huge names who have transitioned from the Octagon to the ring, with Brock Lesnar, Matt Riddle, and Ronda Rousey finding great success in WWE post-MMA. In May of this year, Derrick Lewis shared that he was “in talks” with WWE, though the fighter has yet to appear for the promotion.

With WWE and UFC coming together under the TKO umbrella in September 2023, the crossover potential between the two parties has already played out on-screen. This partnership hasn’t just seen talent from either side crossover, but resulted in WWE NXT Battleground taking place inside the UFC Apex in June 2024. While Aspinall’s focus at this time remains on Jon Jones and a Heavyweight Championship unification fight, don’t be surprised if fans see much more of Tom Aspinall in a WWE ring.

How Hulk Hogan Inspired A Pokemon Video Game Character

Thomas Lowson
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Hulk Hogan has led a career in entertainment most can only dream of, from making a name in wrestling and platforming from that success into films and TV. As a WWE icon, Hogan is no stranger to being immortalized in wrestling video games, but he also played a role in one of the most beloved entries into the Pokemon series.

This week, Game Freak (the team behind the Pokemon video games) experienced a leak that revealed plenty about both past and present projects. Along the way, it was shared that Hogan was one-third of the inspiration behind the character of gym leader Drayden. Some of the character’s physical appearances, including “a muscular body like a wrestler” and “mustache control” were inspired by none other than the Hulkster.

Serving as one-third of Drayden’s inspiration isn’t Hogan’s only connection to the massively popular world of Pokemon. In 2006, Hogan commentated on the Pokemon TCG world tournament in New York City. Speaking at the event, the Hulkster shared what he feels has made Pokemon a worldwide phenomenon.

“I think Pokemon is so popular because it’s pure entertainment for the kids. It’s a very positive form of entertainment. It teaches them values and how to stay focused and team play.”

With his jacked physique, Hogan would fit right at home alongside Pokemon like Machamp, Buzzwole, or Conkledurr.

Karrion Kross Reveals Crazy Ideas He Had For WrestleMania 40 Match

Anutosh Bajpai
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Karrion Kross has revealed that he had many crazy ideas for his WrestleMania 40 street fight which ended up getting shot down by creative.

The former NXT Champion recently had an interview with Chris Van Vliet. He talked about things such as where he takes inspiration for his character, doing a Jesse Ventura impression in front of the Hall of Famer himself and more.

When the topic of his Philadelphia Street Fight at the Shows of Shows this year came up, Kross revealed that he wanted to pay tribute to ECW with his bout:

“I had a list of insane weapons that I wish got approved for that match. It was Philly, I was in love with ECW, Heyman got inducted into the Hall of Fame. I had all kinds of crazy stuff.”

That Would Have Been Great: Karrion Kross

Karrion Kross had all kind of out of the box ideas for things he could have brought out as a weapon, including the head of Al Snow:

“One of the weapons on the list was Al Snow’s head. I would have loved to have hit Snoop Dogg right in the head with head. That would have been my move. I would have done a flying tope out of the ring flying at Snoop Dogg over the table to hit him. That would have been great.”

The WWE star revealed that Bobby Lashley was right there with him in trying to make the match as big as possible. The former WWE champion had even pitched spots where Kross would powerbomb him from the ring through a table set up outside.

Karrion Kross led The Final Testament in a match against Bobby Lashley’s The Pride at WrestleMania 40. Bubba Ray Dudley was the special guest referee for the bout but they ended up getting only 8 minutes for this match.

Rhino & TNA Co-Founder Bob Ryder To Be Inducted Into Hall of Fame

Thomas Lowson
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Since 2012, TNA Wrestling has welcomed some of its premier stars into its Hall of Fame with Sting, Kurt Angle, Jeff Jarrett, and Abyss all receiving the honor. This year, the ‘Man-Beast’ Rhino will receive his spot in the TNA Hall of Fame alongside Bob Ryder.

Rhino

Rhino joined TNA Wrestling in July 2005, just over a month after exiting WWE following that year’s One Night Stand pay-per-view. At that year’s Bound for Glory, Rhino would reach the top of the mountain, dethroning Jeff Jarrett as NWA World Heavyweight Champion. Rhino is also a two-time TNA World Tag Team Champion and won the 2008 Turkey Bowl contest.

Outside TNA, Rhino is known for being the final ECW Champion of the original promotion, where he also held the World TV Championship twice. In WWE, Rhino held the Hardcore title three times, the WCW U.S. Championship once, and was one-half of the inaugural WWE SmackDown Tag Team Champions.

Bob Ryder

Concerned over WWE’s monopoly of wrestling in the U.S. following the demise of WCW and ECW, Ryder co-founded TNA Wrestling in 2002 alongside Jeff and Jerry Jarrett. Ryder was TNA’s first employee and became the company’s longest-tenured employee in history as he remained with TNA until his passing in 2020. During his tenure, Ryder held several roles with the company, including working as the Director of Travel Operations.

Before co-founding TNA, Ryder proved himself for years as an innovator in the wrestling media. At WrestleMania 11, Ryder became the person to conduct an online interview for the WWF when he fired questions as opponents Shawn Michaels and Diesel. In a statement after his passing, TNA referred to him as “the heart and soul of the promotion.” Eric Young, a friend of Ryder’s will induct and receive the honor on his behalf.

Rhino and Ryder will be inducted as part of the Countdown to Bound for Glory on October 26, from Wayne State University Fieldhouse in Detroit, MI (Rhino’s hometown.) Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from Bound for Glory including live results and breaking news.

Dave Bautista Shreds “Weak, Tubby Toddler” Donald Trump’s Masculinity

Thomas Lowson
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The United States is mere weeks away from its national election, in which Donald Trump aims to regain the White House after losing four years ago. Trump’s never been shy from making fun of others and on the latest Jimmy Kimmel Live, WWE legend Dave Bautista gave Trump a taste of his own medicine.

Amid an intense workout, Bautista told men who think Trump is tough that he’s not. The former WWE World Champion poked fun at Trump for wearing “more make-up than Dolly Parton,” later adding that the two have similar ‘jugs.’ To embarrassing clips of the Republican leader, Bautista also lays into how Trump drinks water and his deferment from conflict due to alleged bone spurs.

The Animal also brings up some of the controversies surrounding Trump, including reports that he “creeps around beauty pageant dressing rooms” and that he “bends over for Putin.” During this latter claim, an image of a headline, alleging that Trump chose to give Putin COVID-19 tests during the pandemic, is featured.

Concluding his comments about Trump, Bautista brings up the various things that the former President is ‘afraid’ of before ending with some of Trump’s own verbiage.

“He’s afraid that real American men will find out that he’s a weak, tubby, toddler. What’s wrong tough guy? Did someone grab you by the p***y? Whiny little b***h.”

– Dave Bautista to Donald Trump

Americans will go to the polls on Tuesday, November 5, to decide between Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, or one of the other candidates running for office. While everyone who votes has the right to keep who they voted for private, it’s pretty clear who Dave Bautista won’t be selecting.

Bret Hart Names Active WWE Legend As Modern Day Dream Match

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Bret Hart would have loved to face Rey Mysterio in a match.

The wrestling legend recently had an interview with Casual Conversations With The Classic. He talked about things such as punching Vince McMahon after the Montreal Screwjob, his first world title win in WWE, and more.

During the conversation, Bret was asked which current WWE superstars he would have liked to face in a match. While many would have expected him to name a raising star like Gunther, the WWE Hall of Famer went the other route and named a fellow legend who he never got to share the ring with.

“If I could pick one guy it would be Rey Mysterio. I always forget Rey Mysterio but I think Rey Mysterio is one of the greatest wrestlers of all time.

He’s right up there [in the conversation for] the best there is, best there was, best there ever will be. He’s really good. He’s really special. Nobody can do what Rey Mysterio does.”

Still Wasn’t As Good: Bret Hart

Bret Hart also talked about the recent rivalry between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. The two paid tribute to Hart’s classic encounter with Stone Cold Steve Austin at WrestleMania 13 during their SummerSlam match. When asked about it, Bret said that he took it as a node of respect:

“Yeah, I did notice it. I thought it was…I always take those as a sort of a node of respect. so I like it and appreciate it but it still wasn’t as good as my Austin match.”

The Canadian wrestling veteran defeated Steve Austin in a No Disqualification submission match at the Show of Shows in 1997. In the interview, Hart claimed that it is his favorite match ever because there was no wasted spot in it.

Bret Hart Tells The Truth About Punching Vince McMahon

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Bret Hart has told the full story about the night he punched Vince McMahon.

The incident in question happened right after the infamous Montreal Screwjob. The legend goes that Vince had hidden in his office after the show and he only came out to apologize to Hart after being propped up by The Undertaker.

The popular version of the tale is that Bret warned McMahon about leaving and punched him when he didn’t. However, there were more than a dozen wrestlers in the room at the time and everyone has a different recollection of events.

The Canadian Wrestling Legend cleared up the rumors of what actually happened during an interview with Casual Conversations with The Classic. He explained that Vince was actually trying to set him up to look good in front of the boys:

“I’ll tell you the truth: it was one punch, and it was a good punch. You had to kind of be in my shoes. I know this is hard to explain in a short couple of seconds, but I was actually being set up by Vince McMahon. He was kind of calling my bluff. He was trying to instigate a tussle or something. Cause he thought that’s how it looked best for him.

I could feel it happening. It’s like ‘This guy’s trying to start a fight with me in the dressing room and wants to sort of stand up to me in front of all the wrestlers and prove that he’s some kind of tough guy’—or I don’t know what it was. But I remember that I got madder and madder. I remember we kind of confronted each other. It wasn’t like Vince walked up to me, and I just drilled him in the head—you know, it was like that never happened.”

Sweetest Thing I Ever Did: Bret Hart

Bret Hart claimed that he didn’t want Vince to feel like he had won. Given the circumstances, he chose to drill the former WWE owner with an uppercut and the boss was knocked out cold from it:

“He came at me, and we really tied up like a pro wrestling match. If you were in the room, there was about 30 people—they were all gonna jump on us and pull us apart, just the way Vince wanted. I remember thinking, ‘I can’t have that happen.’ I’ve got to knock him out.

I remember if I had gone with a right-hand punch, they would have hooked my arm and that would be the end of it. We’d never hear anything good about that day. I decided to go for an uppercut. I came right between our arms, and I literally, honest to God, I’m not exaggerating—I lifted him about a foot off the ground, knocked him completely out cold, like a starfish.

His legs and his arms and everything were out like that. He was out cold for about 5 minutes. We all just stood around looking at him. I remember I broke my hand, but it was the sweetest thing I ever did, and I wouldn’t change any of it.”

Bret Hart would depart WWE for WCW after that night. He later returned to the company in 2006 for a Hall of Fame induction and he also wrestled a few matches in 2010 and 2011.

Watch: Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and UFC’s Tom Aspinall Share Stage on WWE Manchester

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Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes, World Heavyweight Champion Gunther, and UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall all got to share the same stage at the most recent WWE Live Event.

WWE has been on a UK tour and their latest live event came from Manchester England. The American Nightmare came out during a segment in the show and stated that he had something to say.

Rhodes would then bring out Aspinall who hails from Manchester itself. Before they could continue however, Gunther interrupted the duo and we had the rare sight of seeing all three world champions under the TKO umbrella in one ring.

The trio would talk about the Crown Jewel PPV on November 2 before Chad Gable interrupted their segment and challenged the Ring General for a world heavyweight championship match.

As expected, Gunther would go on to beat the former Alpha Academy leader with a powerbomb in the match that took place right before the intermission.

Cody Rhodes Defeats Solo Sikoa

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Cody Rhodes would have a title defense of his own against Solo Sikoa later in the main event. He took several crazy bumps during this cage match but ultimately retained his title against The Bloodline leader.

WWE has announced that Gunther and Cody Rhodes would be facing each other in a champion vs. champion match at the upcoming Saudi PPV.

Women’s Champions Nia Jax and Liv Morgan will also be going up against each other on the same show with the winner of these matches receiving the ‘Crown Jewel Championship’ as reward.

Shawn Michaels Picks Brad Pitt To Play Young HBK In Biopic Movie

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Shawn Michaels spent his in-ring career known as the ‘Sexy Boy’ and the WWE Hall of Famer has a handsome man in mind to portray him in a movie. On Instagram, the WWE NXT roster was asked who they’d want to play them in a movie about their lives. When Michaels, the Head of NXT, was asked, he didn’t know who’d portray him today but picked Brad Pitt as his younger doppelganger.

“Young me? Brad Pitt. Old me? Uh, I don’t even want to think about it, he’s probably not with us anymore.“

WWE NXT: The Movie

Michaels wasn’t the only name from WWE NXT to give his pick for the perfect movie casting. You can check out the dream casting for the WWE NXT roster below:

  • Thea Hail: Madelyn Cline (Stranger Things, Glass Onion)
  • NXT North American Women’s Champion Kelani Jordan: Singer Mya or Halle Berry (X-Men, Gothika)
  • Mark Coffey: John Goodman (The Blues Brothers, the Big Lebowski)
  • Je’Von Evans: Jaden Smith (The Pursuit of Happiness, After Earth
  • NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez: Jenna Ortega (Wednesday, Scream)
  • Ethan Page: Robert Downey Jr. (Iron Man, Sherlock Holmes)
  • Karmen Petrovic: Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman, Death on the Nile)
  • Ashante Adonis: Michael B. Jordan (Creed, Black Panther)
  • Oba Femi: Winston Duke (Black Panther, Fall Guy)
  • Jakara Jackson: Meagan Good (Stomp the Yard)
  • NXT Heritage Cup Holder Charlie Dempsey: Steve Coogan (Stan & Ollie, Joker 2)
  • Lash Legend: Porsha Williams (The Real Housewives of Atlanta)
  • WWE NXT Champion Trick Williams: Himself

With the success of The Iron Claw and a Hart family movie reportedly in the works, the world of wrestling is proving to be popular on the big screen. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest from WWE NXT and its continued work on its new home on the USA Network.

Jon Moxley Warns Roster “You Work For Me Now” After World Title Win

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At AEW WrestleDream, Jon Moxley captured the AEW World Championship from Bryan Danielson, bringing an end to the American Dragon’s full-time in-ring career. On this week’s Dynamite, Moxley made his first comments as the new AEW World Champion and laid out his intense vision for the All-Elite promotion.

In a video segment, Moxley spoke of wanting others to have the same opportunity that he’s had in wrestling, something he thinks hasn’t been the case in AEW as of late. Moxley spoke of the company’s massive roster, which includes “150 dudes on the roster with their junk in their hands.”

“I hate what AEW has become. Egos out of control. Celebrating, when there’s no need to celebrate and dancing and partying when there’s no need for dancing and partying! I cannot stand it anymore!”

Adding that he’s not sentimental, Moxley vowed to “burn down the forest to plant a new one” and that he and his allies will make a better future happen no matter what it takes. Moxley added that those in AEW can either join his group or run for the hills, before ending on this chilling message.

“For those in AEW, what’s the need to know? What is the new paradigm? It’s very simple: You work for me now.”

The video ends with a shot of Wheeler Yuta, who betrayed Bryan Danielson at WrestleDream to align himself with Jon Moxley. Later in the show, Moxley and his group attacked the Conglomeration and focused their beatdown on Orange Cassidy. It remains to be seen who will stand against Moxley and his allies and who will fall in line, as the new AEW World Champion doesn’t plan on taking any prisoners in his war with AEW.

Brock Lesnar’s Creative Status In WWE Has Not Changed (Report)

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Brock Lesnar’s status with WWE has not changed despite recent rumors of his return at least on the creative front.

The talk of the former Universal Champion potentially returning to TV picked up again when he was referenced by both Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins on this week’s episode of Monday Night Raw.

The possibility has been denied by the company on a high level according to a new report from Fightful Select however, and a source told them ‘There are no creative plans in place for Lesnar, and if conversations have occurred, we’ve not been briefed on that.’

Despite Triple H suggesting that it would be up Brock himself to make the decision, the report says that creative haven’t heard any updates regarding him in months. They’d be surprised if Lesnar is brought back in the middle of a federal investigation.

Regarding references to The Beast Incarnate being dropped on WWE programming, it was noted that people had been instructed to avoid mentioning the former champion in the last number of months. People close to Rhodes have not heard about any change.

Brock Lesnar was booked for Royal Rumble this year and he was supposed to be involved in a program with World Heavyweight Champion Gunther leading up to WrestleMania 40.

The plans were canceled when the former UFC star was referenced in Janel Grant’s lawsuit against Vince McMahon and Lesnar’s name was effectively banned from the company after that.

The officials even went to great lengths to minimize the inclusion of Lesnar from the already complete WWE 2K24 video game and removed him from covers and other promotional materials.

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