Dark Side of the Ring is a popular documentary series that delves into the controversial, untold, and often tragic stories from the world of professional wrestling.
Produced by Vice TV, the show has earned critical acclaim for its in-depth storytelling, emotional interviews, and exploration of wrestling’s darker and more human elements. The series features wrestlers, their families, and industry insiders recounting personal experiences, providing rare insight into the often tumultuous lives behind the larger-than-life personas.
It was announced through Deadline.com that the series would be returning for another season. The show’s X account announced the season six premiere for March 25th, 2025.
“The Killing of Bruiser Brody”: Examining the murder of wrestling legend Bruiser Brody.
“The Montreal Screwjob”: A deep dive into the infamous incident involving Bret Hart, Vince McMahon, and Shawn Michaels.
“Chris Benoit”: A two-part episode about the career and tragic double-murder-suicide involving Benoit and his family.
“The Plane Ride from Hell”: Chronicling an infamous incident involving WWE talent during a chaotic flight in 2002.
The series has spawned spinoffs and inspired similar projects, solidifying its place as a must-watch for wrestling enthusiasts and documentary fans alike.
Carlos Silva has been named the new President of Anthem Sports Group, and will oversee the operations of TNA Wrestling going forward. In his role, Silva will answer directly to Anthem President and CEO Leonard Asper. In a statement, Silva shared his excitement for this new chapter.
“Anthem Sports Group’s diverse offerings represent a wide range of exciting opportunities for growth and development. TNA Wrestling, Invicta FC, and Fight Network are each poised to make a major impact in their respective arenas.”
Before joining Anthem, Silva has worked with several sports properties, including the World Series of Fighting/Professional Fighters League. Outside of the ring, he has worked for the Universal Sports Network, and WorldTeamTennis among other parties.
Behind the cameras, Anthem’s termination of Scott D’Amore shortly after Hard to Kill was heavily criticized, as D’Amore had helped steer TNA through turbulent times. TNA’s roster even crafted a letter to Anthem, encouraging the company to reconsider, but to no avail. D’Amore, a veteran of wrestling for decades, was replaced by Anthem’s own President at the time Anthony Cicione, a move that only furthered tensions.
Now, it’ll be Carlos Silva who takes the reigns as Anthem President, a role that’ll see him work closely with TNA Wrestling as well as Anthem’s other properties. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from TNA, including this week’s Final Resolution event.
Darby Allin believes his trip to Mt. Everest is going to be like therapy for him.
The former TNT champion will be looking to scale the unforgiving mountain next year. He originally planned to make the trip this year but a broken foot forced him to postpone his plans. The daredevil star, however, remains as motivated for the climb as ever and he continues to talk about it every chance he gets.
During a recent interview with Flickering Myth, Allin was asked to describe a quality about him that might surprise people. The former Champion revealed that despite his psychotic nature, he spends a lot of time meditating:
“People think I’m such a psychopath but I’m saying maybe some people will be surprised that I like to meditate all the time. I think that’s because people are like ‘Oh how can someone be so psychotic and so peaceful at the same time.’
I feel like there’s like definitely a balance that I like to do with my meditation and my psycho-ness but I don’t know. I think a lot of people would be surprised with that.”
That’s The Most Fun: Darby Allin
Darby Allin then revealed that his quest to climb Mount Everest is related to his desire for inner peace. According to him, the prospect of spending a couple months alone with his thoughts is very appealing to him:
“That’s why like Mount Everest is so peaceful, the thought of like climbing it. Because when you’re climbing it, you can’t just talk, you can’t waste any energy talking. So it’s just you and your thoughts for like two months climbing that mountain.
So you gotta dig deep down inside and really pull out who you are. From a day-to-day life, you have all these distractions whether it’s your phone or whether it’s TV or whether it’s anything [else] but when you’re alone with your thoughts, that’s when you really find out who you are.
You can deal with a lot of problems that you have in your head when you just have to bear with it and you can’t distract yourself. So I think that sounds, that’s the most fun thing about Mount Everest – it’s very therapeutic.”
The AEW star also talked about the fan following he has cultivated since joining Tony Khan’s promotion and explained why he doesn’t like being called a superstar.
The WWE Universe may have seen the last of Logan Paul in the ring now that the former United States Champion is a father. On the ImPaulsive podcast, Paul shared his excitement for WrestleMania 41 in April 2025.
“That s*** is crazy. WrestleMania in Allegiant Stadium, 100,000 people? Yeah, it’s going to go crazy.”
When asked if he’ll be back in time in the ring in time for the show though, Paul suggested that his days in the ring were done.
“I’m retired. I’m a dad bro.”
Paul became a father back in September when he and Nina Agdal welcomed their daughter. Fittingly, the pair of social media influencers shared their news on Instagram, sharing that ‘”Esme Agdal Paul has entered the chat.” The couple shared in April 2024 that they were expecting.
While Paul is teasing being done in the ring, he’s not ready to leave WWE entirely behind. On the podcast, Paul described working with WWE as “fun as f***” and encouraged his guest Fanum to do something with the promotion. With four million subscribers across YouTube and Twitch, Fanum certainly has a following that could be introduced to the world of WWE if a deal can be reached.
Paul has competed three times at WrestleMania, where he boasts an impressive 2-1 record. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Logan Paul, and whether The Maverick is indeed ‘retired’ from the ring.
Darby Allin believes people shouldn’t idolize famous people and focus on becoming the best version of themselves instead.
The former TNT Champion recently spoke to Flickering Myth for a new interview. He discussed things such as his motivation for climbing the Mount Everest, being part of the 2024 Continental Classic tournament, and more.
In just a few short years since his arrival in AEW in 2019, Darby has become one of the most loved stars of the wrestling world. He has a dedicated following with a lot of young fans who look up to him. During the interview, however, Allin explained why he doesn’t like being called a superstar despite people seeing one in him:
“I always tell people don’t refer to me as a superstar because I think that’s some bullshit term. Because I feel like it teaches people to praise false idols and people that are like…I don’t know man, I think you shouldn’t put so much stock into another human being. You should do good with yourself.”
I’m One Of You: Darby Allin
The former champion explained that he wants to be seen as a common person in order to motivate people to believe in themselves:
“You should focus on being the best version of you possible as opposed to trying to constantly live vicariously through other people. So my message I want to tell people more than anything is I’m one of you.
I don’t pretend to be some bullshit dumb fuck superstar. I want to just be like a humble guy and then be like ‘Yo man I’m just like you.’ You can do whatever you want too.”
Darby Allin defeated Komander in a gold league match of the C2 tournament but got beat by Brody King. He currently has 3 points in the tournament. Allin is scheduled to face Will Ospreay on the December 18 Dynamite.
WWE’s Saturday Night’s Main Event is set to make a triumphant return to NBC on December 14, 2024, live from the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York.
This event promises high-stakes matches and a night of nostalgia. Let’s dive into the predictions for the night’s biggest showdowns.
Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes vs Kevin Owens
The main event features a clash between former allies as Cody Rhodes defends his Undisputed WWE Championship against Kevin Owens. This feud has been brewing since Rhodes’ controversial decision to team up with Roman Reigns at WWE Bad Blood. Owens felt betrayed, leading to a vicious attack on Rhodes and putting Randy Orton out of action with a piledriver.
Despite Owens’ impressive performances and the potential for a shocking title change, it’s likely that Rhodes will retain his championship. The American Nightmare has been on a dominant run, reaching 250 days as champion by the time of this match.
While a victory for Owens would add an element of surprise, WWE has generally favored stability in their booking decisions.
Prediction: Cody Rhodes retains the Undisputed WWE Championship
Drew McIntyre vs Sami Zayn
In another highly anticipated match, Drew McIntyre faces off against Sami Zayn. McIntyre, fresh off his feud with CM Punk, is looking to reassert himself as a main event player. Zayn, ever-popular with the crowd, steps up to defend the honor of his fallen comrade Jey Uso.
While Zayn’s popularity keeps him in major storylines, McIntyre needs this win to maintain his momentum and continue his war against The Bloodline.
Prediction: Drew McIntyre defeats Sami Zayn
Women’s U.S. Championship Tournament Final
The event will also feature the crowning of the inaugural Women’s United States Champion. While the finalists are yet to be determined, speculation suggests a match between Chelsea Green and Tiffany Stratton.
Green has been excelling in the midcard, drawing comparisons from some to The Miz in terms of her career trajectory. A title win for her would solidify her status and potentially lead to a memorable championship run.
Prediction: Chelsea Green becomes the first Women’s U.S. Champion
Women’s World Championship Match: Liv Morgan vs. IYO SKY
Liv Morgan will defend her Women’s World Championship against IYO SKY at Saturday Night’s Main Event. Morgan has been on an impressive run, recently surpassing 200 days as champion.
Despite SKY’s undeniable talent and former championship pedigree, this match seems more like a showcase for Morgan rather than a legitimate threat to her title reign.
The lack of a substantial storyline build-up for SKY suggests that this match is primarily to give Morgan a high-profile defense on this special event. Additionally, with Morgan’s ongoing feud with Rhea Ripley likely building towards a WrestleMania showdown, it’s unlikely we’ll see a title change here.
Prediction: Liv Morgan retains the Women’s World Championship
World Heavyweight Championship Triple Threat: Gunther vs. Finn Bálor vs. Damian Priest
This triple threat match for the World Heavyweight Championship promises to be an exciting clash. Gunther has been a dominant champion, while both Bálor and Priest have recent history with the title and each other.
Finn Bálor has been interfering in Gunther’s matches against Damian Priest, leading to this three-way collision. The dynamic between Bálor and Priest, both members of The Judgment Day, adds an intriguing layer to the match.
While triple threats are unpredictable due to the champion not needing to be pinned to lose the title, Gunther’s reign has been too impactful to end here. The match is more likely to further the story between these three competitors, possibly setting up future encounters.
Prediction: Gunther retains the World Heavyweight Championship
‘Diamond’ Dallas Page’s days competing in the ring are behind the WWE Hall of Famer, but the positive legend has plans for at least one last Diamond Cutter. On the Insight podcast, Page, who is 68, was asked if he’d consider wrestling again, possibly for his 70th birthday.
“No [laughs]. It’s so important for me, my body feels good.”
Page recalled wrestling a 70-year-old Bruno Sammartino as part of a fan event, which Page saw as an incredible honor. Despite Sammartino feeling like he wouldn’t be able to do much due to his “aches and pains” Page recalled the former WWWF World Champion holding nothing back when he fought off an interfering Larry Zybysko.
Page’s last official match came on the Page has no plans on competing January 15, 2020, edition of AEW Dynamite, where he was on the losing end of a six-man tag-team match. While Page doesn’t plan on wrestling at 70, the former WCW World Heavyweight Champion does have something special planned to mark the occasion.
“I am there for a diamond cutter. I do want to hit one when I’m 70.”
With his commitment to fitness and his signature brand of DDP Yoga, Page remains in excellent shape at his age, and could theoretically have a match. Nevertheless, Page is happy to leave his time in the ring in the past, though wrestlers should watch out for a Diamond Cutter out of nowhere by the WWE Hall of Famer.
Kevin Owens’ Universal Championship victory was the culmination of years of hard work, but the Canadian has serious regrets over his reign. Owens won the gold on the August 29, 2016, edition of WWE Raw, one week after Finn Balor was forced to vacate the title due to an injury suffered at SummerSlam 2016.
Owens’ 188-day reign with the gold would see him retain against Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns before losing the title in seconds to Goldberg at Fastlane 2017. While fans to this day still criticize the way Owens lost the gold, the Canadian’s biggest regret about his reign came months before his reign ended.
“As far as what I wish I could change or appreciate more is basically every single night after that [title victory].”
As champion, Owens constantly worried about making the newly-introduced title as important as possible, leaving little room to enjoy being one of WWE’s top Superstars.
“I just got so into my own head… I really didn’t appreciate it as much as I should have, and that’s a real regret.”
AEW is halfway through this year’s Continental Classic, with wrestlers competing to rack up points to earn an opportunity at the AEW Continental Championship. Here are the scores from this year’s tournament as they currently stand.
Blue League
Kyle Fletcher
9 Points
Daniel Garcia
4 Points
Kazuchika Okada (c)
4 Points
Shelton Benjamin
3 Points
Mark Briscoe
3 Points
The Beast Mortos
0 Points
Gold League
Will Ospreay
6 Points
Claudio Castagnoli
6 Points
Ricochet
6 Points
Brody King
3 Points
Darby Allin
3 Points
Komander (replacing Juice Robinson)
0 Points
Though this year’s Classic is halfway complete, there are plenty more exciting matches confirmed. On this week’s AEW Collision, The Beast Mortos will face Kazuxhika Okada, while Mark Briscoe will take on Kyle Fletcher. On next week’s Holiday Bash edition of AEW Dynamite, Darby Allin will take on Will Ospreay.
The finals of the 2024 AEW Continental Classic will take place on December 28, at AEW Worlds End in Orlando, Florida. On the night, the Blue League’s winner will face the Gold League’s second place, while the Gold League’s winner will face the Blue League’s second place. The winners of these matches will face off later in the night to be crowned the AEW Continental Champion.
Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from the AEW Continental Classic including live scores and breaking news from this year’s round-robin tournament.
Ricochet could be the next member of the Hurt Syndicate if the former WWE Superstar’s actions on this week’s Dynamite are anything to go by. During this week’s show, Ricochet met Brody King in the Continental Classic. As per the rules of the round-robin tournament, neither man was accompanied for the match. Before the contest though, Ricochet flashed a Hurt Syndicate business card, suggesting that he was interested in aligning with the MVP-led faction.
Ricochet’s teased turn continued to play out in his match with King, which saw the House of Black star dominate for much of the contest and have the crowd on his side. The tables turned when Ricochet sent King head first into the steel post and was able to get the win and the three points. There were audible boos when Ricochet had the advantage, signaling that a turn could be coming.
Ricochet joining The Hurt Syndicate after the Continental Classic is a HUGE money move ? Bruh finna be a top heel #AEWDynamitepic.twitter.com/LfNxO4sCAi
On a recent edition of the Barstool Rasslin podcast, Ricochet shared that he was intrigued in joining the group that currently consists of MVP, Bobby Lashley, and Shelton Benjamin.
“I think there are some things I could learn from the Hurt Syndicate, but man, it’s maybe how to hurt people.”
The idea of Ricochet joining is somewhat ironic, considering that he feuded with The Hurt Business in WWE when the group formed in 2020. Ricochet has claimed that he and Apollo Crews were once planned to be a part of the Hurt Business before plans changed for the faction. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Ricochet, and whether he aligns with MVP and the rest of the Hurt Syndicate.
Becky Lynch has revealed that her daughter finds the colorful world of wrestling to be too loud for her taste. The power couple of WWE in Lynch and Seth Rollins welcomed their first daughter Roux back in December 2020. The little one celebrated her fourth birthday just last week.
The Man, who has been taking a break from wrestling after her WWE contract expired in June, recently joined Cobra Kai actor Xolo Mariduena for a game of Magic: The Gathering. While talking about motherhood, Lynch was asked if Roux is into wrestling. The former champion revealed that she finds it to be too loud:
“No. God no. She hates it. It’s too loud for her. She’s been around wrestling since she was like a little baby, a tiny little thing. The Pyro’s always going on.
She loves playing around in the ring but she’s no interest in watching. No interest. She told me the other day that dancing makes her inside sparkle.”
She’s Just Wonderful: Becky Lynch
Becky Lynch also discussed the challenges of motherhood. She noted that as a first-time parent, she’s always wondering if what she is doing is right:
“She’s just wonderful. She’s just amazing. She’s three. I think more than anything you’re just always, as a parent just wondering if you’re doing it right but she’s fine. She’s loved. I think the most important thing is she’s loved. I think that’s the most important thing. I think that’s what gives you confidence.”
The former Women’s Champion has been stepping back into the limelight recently after her break. Just this month she made an appearance on WWE’s Netflix media event and the latest reports suggest that she’ll be back in the company soon enough.
WWE has seen unprecedented growth in its audience in the last couple of years, and Kevin Owens believes Vince McMahon’s exit is a reason for it.
The former WWE Universal Champion recently spoke to Collider to promote the return of Saturday Night’s Main Event on NBC. He discussed things such as the history of the event, which names from the past he would have loved to face at the show and more.
Talking about the recent growth of WWE, Owens said that it’s the result of all the hard work everyone has been putting in for the last few years. He also believes that the mainstream attention they’ve gotten due to recent management changes helped rejuvenate general public’s interest in sports entertainment:
“That change in direction made a lot of noise outside of WWE, I think that probably turned a few eyes toward us. Everybody started watching again and realized, like, hey, this is really good stuff now.”
KO later discussed his WWE journey noting that in NXT he was told that he might never make it to the main roster. While he has achieved a lot more than many expected him to since then, Owens still has goals left in WWE:
“I’d love to be world champion again. I’d love to Main Event WrestleMania night two, since I’ve done night one already. I’d love to have a match with Rey Mysterio. But if my career ends tomorrow, I’d still be happy with what I’ve done.”
Kevin Owens will be challenging his former friend Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Title at Saturday Night’s Main Event. You can check out the full card for the show here.
Jim Ross has revealed that his health has improved immensely after going through skin cancer treatment last year.
The legendary wrestling personality has had to deal with a number of health issues in the past year. This includes not only treatment for skin cancer but also getting wrist surgery as well as an unexpected ER trip after contracting class A flu.
Though the good news for the fans is that Ross is feeling a lot better after all the health setbacks as he noted on the latest episode of his Grillin’ JR podcast:
“My health has improved immensely. I got my nurse who comes by twice a week, checks my vitals, dresses my wound. Can you believe that that wound, which was a result of 22 radiation treatments for skin cancer, is still being nursed over a year [later]?
The good news is that it’s healing. It’s shrinking, and that’s important for me. I’d like to get the bandages off and move on, but I’ve adjusted well.”
Jim Ross has continued his run with AEW despite the health issues with a reduced schedule. He has been making appearances at the company’s big PPVs, doing commentary for the main event matches.
During the episode, the legendary commentator confirmed that he’ll continue this trend with a trip to Orlando for the upcoming Worlds End PPV on December 28. While he is not sure of his role, Ross is hopeful that Tony Khan will use him in an on-screen capacity at the upcoming event as well.
Bobby Lashley is excited to bring the Hurt Syndicate to AEW, and is ready for opportunities not afforded in other promotions. Lashley debuted in AEW in October and wasted no time in aligning with his fellow Hurt Business alum MVP and Shelton Benjamin.
Speaking to Justin Barrasso of Undisputed, Lashley shared that he joined AEW for the Hurt Syndicate and the natural chemistry he shares with MVP and Benjamin. Lashley added that he’s grateful to Tony Khan for giving him the opportunity to run with the group.
“We didn’t get the opportunity to show what we really wanted to do before. Now we do. The possibilities and ideas about what we can do in AEW, that keeps me up at night.”
Lashley’s comments echo the views of many regarding the handling of The Hurt Business in WWE. In 2021, the decision was made to split the group, an idea all four members reportedly pleaded against happening. While the group reunited a handful of months later, much of the group’s luster had gone, and a second split in 2021 ended the popular faction on a sour note.
Though best known for their work together in WWE, MVP and Lashley’s partnership dates back a decade or so to their days in Impact Wrestling (now TNA Wrestling.) In the interview, Lashley shared that he didn’t know what to expect when they were “thrown together” but the pair quickly found their “synergy.”
“He’s a natural bad guy. He’s the voice, I’m the power. Handling yourself against MVP on the mic and against me in the ring, that’s a challenge for everyone.”
With both MVP and Benjamin by his side, Lashley remains undefeated in AEW, with his most recent victory coming at Full Gear over Swerve Strickland. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Bobby Lashley, who’s ready to make the most of his opportunity in AEW.
Corey Graves has reflected on the 10-year anniversary of his retirement from active competition and thanked the fans for their support.
The WWE personality was a rising star of the early NXT, feuding with the likes of The Shield and The Wyatt family during his time with the brand. After suffering two close concussions in late 2013 and early 2014 however, Graves was forced to retire from active competition.
While The Iron City Superstar had not wrestled a match since April 2014, he officially announced his retirement on December 11. Looking back at the date, Corey Graves said that he misses being in the ring every day:
10 years.
I still miss it every day.
There was no “backup plan.”
Not bad for an audible.
Thanks to everyone for taking the ride with me. ?@WWE
After being forced to retire from wrestling, Graves transitioned to a broadcasting role. He started off as a color commentator for NXT, later being added to pre-show panel for main roster shows.
Graves has become one of the leading broadcast personalities of WWE TV after being called up to the main roster in 2016. He currently does color commentary on SmackDown alongside Michael Cole.
The 40-year-old revealed last year that he has actually been cleared to compete again if he chooses to, though he has no immediate plans for the same. Graves has since started helping out with the production of the shows, suggesting that he is more interested in that aspect of the industry rather than an in-ring return.
Toni Storm made her long-awaited return on this week’s AEW Dynamite, and has seemingly left her ‘Timeless’ days in the past. On the Winter Is Coming show, Mariah May retained the AEW Women’s World Championship against Mina Shirakawa.
Storm arrived to interrupt May’s celebration and was in her original outfit and used her ‘Watch What’s Next’ theme song. May was shocked to see her former mentor’s return, while Thunder Rosa, who was sitting in the crowd, held a ‘WTF’ sign.
Storm had been missing since AEW All In: London in August, where she lost the AEW Women’s World Title to May. Storm, still the Timeless One at the time, left the show by wandering into the streets of London. Last month, Storm claimed that she was retiring from wrestling and that AEW would be fine without her.
Now though, Storm is back, much to the chagrin of May, and those wanting celebrity-endorsed tacos in Mexico. Storm has previously suggested she’d wait until AEW Grand Slam: Australia to challenge for the gold, and it remains to be seen if AEW will wait until the February 2025 show. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Toni Storm now that former champion is back, and isn’t living in the past.
Darby Allin intends to climb Mt. Everest later this year in his biggest risk to date, despite Sting trying to talk him out of the idea. Speaking to Denise Salcedo at the AEW All In: Texas tickets launch event, Allin shared that his friend and former tag team partner wanted him to reconsider the incredibly dangerous climb.
“He’s tried but he knows that I really want to do it. He’s like, ‘Alright man, if you’re on a vision quest and you want to do something, go do it.’”
Allin believes the climb will be a “very humbling experience” and will serve as a reminder of what he’s capable of. Allin intends to start his climb in April of this year after plans to climb last year were nixed due to an injury.
“I’m very excited for that opportunity and very grateful that AEW is letting me do this in the middle of my career.”
The 29,000-foot mountain is nothing to take lightly. According to Himalayan databases, over 320 people have died attempting to scale the mountain since records began in 1922. Climbers who perish on the mountain are often left there, due to the risks related to removing the body, a sign of their dedication to climbing, and as a somber reminder to others of the dangers of nature.
One landmark on Everest is ‘Green Boots,’ which is the body of an unidentified climber on the Northeast Ridge route who is noticeable for his brightly colored boots. While never officially identified, it is believed to be the body of Tsewang Paljor, an Indian member of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police expedition who died as part of a 1996 climbing disaster.
Here are the results for this year’s AEW Dynamite: Winter is Coming special:
Jon Moxley and Pac vs. Jay White and Orange Cassidy: The match ended in a no contest after Hangman Page’s interference. The four men brawled, with Moxley eventually announcing a fatal four-way match at World’s End.
Continental Classic Gold League: Claudio Castagnoli vs. Will Ospreay: Will Ospreay won with a jackknife pin. After the match, Claudio Castagnoli attacked Ospreay with the Neutralizer, but Darby Allin intervened.
Continental Classic Gold League: Ricochet vs. Brody King: Ricochet won with two Spirit Guns after utilizing the exposed turnbuckle. The crowd reacted negatively to Ricochet’s tactics.
Dynamite Dozen Battle Royal Finals: Kyle O’Reilly vs. Adam Cole: Adam Cole won with a small package. MJF attempted to interfere but was superkicked by Cole. Cole will face MJF for the Dynamite Diamond Ring at World’s End.
AEW Women’s World Championship: Mariah May (c) vs. Mina Shirakawa: Mariah May retained in a hard-fought match that included multiple near finishes.
Other notable moments from the show included Hook attacking Christian Cage and another vignette hyping Bandido’s return.
Two new matches featuring top stars such as MJF and Jon Moxley have been announced for the upcoming AEW Worlds End PPV on December 28.
This week’s episode of Dynamite saw Adam Cole taking on Kyle O’Reilly to determine the challenger for MJF’s Dynamite Dozen Ring at the upcoming show. This match was made official after Cole and O’Reilly became the two surviving participants of the Dynamite Dozen Battle Royal last week.
The Salt of The Earth tried to interfere in the match. He looked to hit Cole with the Dozen Ring but the Undisputed Kingdom leader ducked and took his arch-rival down with a superkick. After a roll-up attempt from O’Reilly, the former NXT Champion would go on to win the match by trapping his opponent into a small package.
IT'S OFFICIAL FOR #AEWWORLDSEND! Will Adam Cole and Kyle O'Reilly's friendship be able to survive the conflict with MJF?!
Mox, who has had run-ins with Orange Cassidy, Jay White, and Hangman Page in recent weeks, said that he’ll defend the title against all three of them at the upcoming show in two weeks.
AEW previously confirmed that both the Continental Classic semifinal matches and the final of the tournament will be taking place from the Addition Financial Arena in Orlando, Florida as well.
The District Attorney with the Southern District of New York won’t file an extension of the six-month stay in Janel Grant’s federal civil suit against Vince McMahon, John Laurinaitis and World Wrestling Entertainment.
Grant filed the suit in January, claiming the defendants of sex trafficking, sex assault and other civil rights violations, as well as violating a non-disclosure agreement.
Federal prosecutors requested a six-month stay due to possible interference between the case and an ongoing federal grand jury criminal investigation of Vince McMahon that’s been ongoing since 2023.
In a statement to SEScoops, attorney Ann Callis said she’s happy Grant’s case can proceed while the federal investigation continues.
“We are pleased that prosecutors for the Southern District of New York have concluded that they can continue their criminal investigation while we bring forward new evidence in our civil case about the sexual exploitation carried out by Janel Grant’s abusers. For the last six months, Ms. Grant has patiently waited to hold Vince McMahon, John Laurinaitis, and WWE accountable for the sex trafficking and abuse she endured at the company on a near daily basis. Her wait is over, and we now look forward to sharing Ms. Grant’s story.”
Zelina Vega, currently in her second stint with WWE, continues to be a fan favorite despite her recent elimination from the Women’s Intercontinental Championship Tournament on Monday Night Raw. Vega, a former Queen of the Ring and member of the LWO, competed in a Triple Threat Match where Lyra Valkyria pinned Ivy Nile to advance. However, fans in the arena and online took note of Vega appearing to wave goodbye after her loss, sparking speculation about her future with the company.
According to PWInsider.com, there is no truth to the rumors of Vega leaving WWE. She remains under contract for several more years, and her post-match wave was not an indication of a departure. In fact, Vega received the loudest reaction during her entrance, underscoring her popularity with the live crowd.
The elimination of Vega so early in the tournament did not sit well with many fans, overshadowing Valkyria’s victory to some extent. On social media, the #PushZelina trend resurfaced, with fans voicing their disappointment over her early exit. Negative comments about Vega’s elimination also appeared on WWE’s YouTube video for the match, although much of the discussion was centered around Valkyria’s win.
As one of WWE’s most consistently supported talents, Vega’s fan base continues to advocate for her to receive more prominent opportunities in the company.
Here’s the preview for TNA Wrestling’s episode of iMPACT! airing on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 8/7c on AXS TV and TNA+.
The main event will see an in intriguing six-person mixed tag match. Joe Hendry’s popularity and Nick Nemeth’s status as World Champion paired with Masha Slamovich’s fierce style against the calculated chaos of Tasha Steelz, AJ Francis, and KC Navarro.
TNA Impact Preview – December 12, 2024
Joe Hendry, Nic Nemeth, and Masha Slamovich vs. Tasha Steelz, AJ Francis, and KC Navarro
The Rascalz (Zachary Wentz and Trey Miguel) vs. Leon Slater and Laredo Kid
PCO and Sami Callihan vs. Jake Something and Alex Hammerstone
Heather Reckless with George Iceman and Ash By Elegance vs. Dani Luna with Jody Threat
This episode is the final stop before TNA Final Resolution, streaming this Friday night on TNA+ from Center Stage in Atlanta, GA.
Final Resolution 2024
Here is the match listing for TNA Final Resolution 2024, set to stream this Friday night on TNA+:
TNA World Championship: Nic Nemeth (c) vs. AJ Francis
TNA X-Division Championship: Moose (c) vs. KUSHIDA TNA World Tag Team Championships: Tables Match: The Hardys (Matt Hardy & Jeff Hardy) (c) vs. The System (Brian Myers & Eddie Edwards) TNA Knockouts Championship: Masha Slamovich (c) vs. Tasha Steelz
#1 Contender for TNA World Championship: Joe Hendry vs. Josh Alexander vs. Mike Santana vs. Steve Maclin
Jordynne Grace vs. Rosemary
Ace Austin vs. Trent Seven
Frankie Kazarian vs. Jonathan Gresham (Countdown to Final Resolution pre-show)
Trish Stratus is a WWE Hall of Famer both in title and in merit, but coulld we see Stratusfaction “stratusfy” outside of the WWE umbrella?
Stratus recently discussed the possibility of squaring of against an undeniable future Hall of Famer in AEW’s Mercedes Mone, formerly Sasha Banks in WWE. The two fighters briefly crossed back nearly six years ago at the 2018 Royal Rumble, but outside of that, they have never faced one another in singles action.
However, since then Stratus has made multiple returns in WWE, actually facing Charlotte Flair at SummerSlam 2019. She then returned to the company in 2022 for a very memorable heel run against Becky Lynch, with the program culminating in a cage match at Payback.
During an interview with Sports Illustrated, Stratus looked back on that 2022 run.
“People never thought I’d ever come back for another match… But then, you know, (Banks) left.”
Would she venture outside of the WWE to have that long desired match against Mone?
“I really am a WWE girl all the way.You never know. Who knows? There’s still so much more life to be had.”
Mone ultimately walked out on WWE in May of 2022, only to return to the ring under the NJPW banner before she got injured which shelved her for nearly a year. However, Mone did end up going to AEW where she is currently the TBS Champion.
Excitement is building for Saturday Night’s Main Event, as Cody Rhodes and Triple H have teased the return of a piece of WWE history for one night only. In video posted on social media, Triple H presented Rhodes with a mysterious case, revealing that its glowing contents would be in his possession for just one night.
This cryptic moment has sparked speculation among fans that the case contains the legendary Winged Eagle Title, a design synonymous with WWE’s “Golden Era.”
Cody Rhodes, who is set to defend the Undisputed WWE Championship against Kevin Owens on Saturday, has long been vocal about his admiration for the Winged Eagle Title. Bringing back this classic design, even briefly, would pay homage to WWE’s rich history—a move that aligns with Rhodes’ reverence for wrestling tradition.
The Winged Eagle Championship holds special significance in professional wrestling history. It was worn by legendary champions including Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage, Ultimate Warrior, The Undertaker, Ric Flair, Bret Hart, Shawn Michaels, Kevin Nash, Sid and Stone Cold Steve Austin.
WWE Hall of Famer Jesse “The Body” Ventura is returning to the commentary booth for Saturday Night’s Main Event on NBC
WWE is enhancing the nostalgic experience with retro graphics and a stripped-down arena setup, recreating the look and feel of the 1980s when Saturday Night’s Main Eventfirst hit the airwaves in the mid-1980’s.
The December 14, 2024 NBC card is stacked with high-profile matches, including:
Undisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Kevin Owens
Women’s World Championship: Liv Morgan (c) vs. IYO SKY
World Heavyweight Championship: Gunther (c) vs. Finn Bálor vs. Damian Priest
With its blend of historic nods and modern marquee matches, Saturday Night’s Main Event promises to deliver an unforgettable evening for wrestling fans.
As unlikely as it may seem in the late stages of 2024, New Day is suddenly one of the most buzzworthy acts in wrestling once again. Indeed, a decade in, the team far surpassed what anyone could have expected when Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, and Big E first assembled under an ill-defined gospel gimmick Vince McMahon tried to foist upon them.
New Day went on to enjoy a meteoric rise before struggling over most of the last four years as injuries, bad luck, and sheer duration all caught up to them.
The prevailing belief was that the team was going to split up for good as Kingston and Woods arguing with one another paved the road to their advertised ten-year celebration on Raw. The two men rallying and collectively turning on Big E was a sharp turn, officially marking the start of a new chapter. At this inflection point, it’s worth looking back on some of the unit’s greatest accomplishments in its first ten years together.
New Day Facilitated KofiMania And Big E’s Cash In
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With two out of three members of New Day winning the WWE Championship, they have a valid claim to be in the conversation among the most successful factions ever in WWE. Kofi Kingston’s surge of popularity in 2019 that carried him to WrestleMania 35 was very much linked to New Day—the team that had kept him relevant and working featured matches. Indeed, while Kingston earned his moment, it’s telling that Xavier Woods and Big E winning a tag team gauntlet was the angle chosen to finally get their partner to his ‘Mania title shot.
Two and half years later, Big E would have his crowning moment as he, too, won the WWE Championship, arriving at the big win via Money in the Bank cash-in. New Day was less involved in this triumph given E had been separated from his teammates via a brand draft, only to briefly reunite when he won the title. Just the same, there’s reason to believe E may not have been in this position—or perhaps even under WWE contract anymore—without the successes he’d enjoyed with New Day protecting him from getting lost in the shuffle.
New Day Had The Longest WWE Tag Team Championship Reign Of All Time
New Day win SmackDown Tag Team Titles at WWE Battleground 2017 (Photo Credit: WWE.com)
While world title glory was the high-water mark for New Day in its first decade, the team also enjoyed the single longest WWE Tag Team Championship reign of all time at 483 days, surpassing a record Demolition had established twenty-eight years earlier.
More than reigning by default when there wasn’t a strong division around them, New Day elevated their titles, putting on excellent matches and entertaining fans with their antics. While reigns to follow shored up their spot as an all-time great team, this was the one that immediately put Big E, Xavier Woods, and Kofi Kingston in the conversation among WWE’s greatest tag teams ever.
New Day Was Part Of The Best Non-Singles Hell In A Cell Match Of All Time
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Hell in a Cell has an uneven history. For every classic like Mankind facing Shawn Michaels or The Undertaker, there are throwaway encounters in the Cell like The Undertaker vs. The Big Boss Man at WrestleMania 15, Triple H’s slog with Kevin Nash, or CM Punk trying to pull a decent Cell match out of Ryback.
There have been good tag team Hell in a Cell bouts like DX vs. Legacy and good multi-man affairs like the main event of Armageddon 2000. The best of the best of these non-one-on-one matches, though, has to go to New Day vs. The Usos in 2017. The two teams were creative, brutal, and had a long, compelling feud to pay off.
New Day Hosted WrestleMania 33
The New Day hosts WrestleMania 33 (Photo: WWE)
At WrestleMania 31, New Day was a new tag team, and the component members filled totally forgettable spots in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal. It’s telling that just two years later, they were tasked with hosting WrestleMania 33.
The record of WrestleMania hosts has grown a bit checkered and increasingly random, but at that point, it was an honor that had only previously been bestowed upon The Rock at WrestleMania 27 and Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania 30.
New Day hadn’t achieved the legendary status of their predecessors, but trusting them with this role bespoke that they were one of the most popular acts in the company and WWE trusted their abilities as entertainers on the mic enough to make them the recurring stars of the show. Needless to say, they delivered.
New Day Turning On Big E Was An Instant Classic Moment
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While there’s a bit of recency bias in ranking such a new moment in the top five, there’s little question Xavier Woods and Kofi Kingston turning on Big E represented one of the greatest things the New Day crew has ever pulled off.
The trio tapped into all the emotional investment they’d built up from fans during the preceding ten years to create an incredible emotional charge. Fans watching one of wrestling’s most special bonds crumble before their eyes was truly one of the most heartbreaking scenes in WWE history and has charted a new course for Kingston and Woods as a genuinely special heel act.
