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WWE Couple Kit Wilson & Stevie Turner Marry In Intimate Ceremony

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Congratulations are in order for Pretty Deadly’s Kit Wilson and WWE NXT’s Stevie Turner as the couple celebrated their love by getting married this past weekend. On Instagram, Prince shared photos of the couple’s outdoor ceremony.

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Several WWE names offered their congratulations to the happy couple including Fallon Henley, Alicia Taylor, Grayson Waller, and Kelly Kincaid. Kincaid is the partner of Prince’s Pretty Deadly ally Elton Prince and the couple recently welcomed their daughter Poppy into the world.

Wilson was called up to WWE’s main roster alongside Prince last year and the pair challenged for the Undisputed WWE Tag Titles that June, albeit unsuccessfully. Turner is currently serving as the assistant to NXT GM Ava, a role that has put her at odds with Mr. Stone.

Wedding Bells

Wilson and Turner aren’t the only WWE names to tie the knot recently, as NXT Superstar Brooks Jensen got married this past weekend as well. In July, Angelo Dawkins married his partner Grace in a ceremony officiated by his tag-team partner Montez Ford. In case that wasn’t enough star power at the wedding, Bianca Belair, the wife of Ford, was also around to celebrate the couple’s love.

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Love is certainly in the air in the world of professional wrestling, and now Wilson and Turner can look forward to forging a new life together as newlyweds. We at SEScoops would like to extend our congratulations to the happy couple at this joyous time.

Roxanne Perez & Cora Jade Give Gift To CM Punk, Reference Brawl Out

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CM Punk’s 46th birthday is still a month away, but that hasn’t stopped his ‘daughters‘ Roxanne Perez and Cora Jade giving the veteran a gift. The two NXT Superstars didn’t need to spend a fortune to make their feelings clear on the former WWE World Champion and even included a reference to one of Punk’s most infamous moments.

On his Instagram Stories, Punk shared the gift in question; a birthday napkin claiming that the Raw Superstar is turning 100 years old. Punk is encouraged to “enjoy your fruit and protein” by his ‘daughters’ who he believes are “alright when they’re not being brats.”

At the top of the napkin is a quote from Punk that reads “I’m old and tired and I work with children.” Punk infamously delivered a variation of these words during his infamous All Out 2022 post-show rant. That rant and the backstage fight that followed would see Punk and other top names suspended from AEW and would forever shift the Best in the World’s relationship with the promotion. The napkin also includes an image of a cupcake, a nod to Punk’s sweet treat of choice as he delivered his post-show comments.

What’s to Come?

CM Punk will appear on the October 1, edition of WWE NXT, which will serve as the show’s premiere and fittingly take place in Chicago, Illinois. At the latest NXT, it was confirmed that Punk will officiate the NXT Championship match between Ethan Page and Trick Williams.

Perez will also be in action on the night as she’ll defend her NXT Women’s Championship against Giulia. Despite this napkin gift, Perez had strong words for Punk on the latest NXT, declaring that she now sees she should have been a Drew McIntyre, the man Punk will face in Hell in a Cell at WWE Bad Blood on October 5.

Cody Rhodes Enters Fanatics’ Top 5 Sellers, Setting New WWE Milestone

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Since his return to WWE, Cody Rhodes has proven himself to be “undeniable,” culminating in his emotional victory at WrestleMania 40. Now, the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion has achieved another major milestone in his career, this time in the realm of merchandise sales through Fanatics.

Cody has broken into the top 5 of all athletes and personalities in overall sales, sources at Fanatics told Fightful Select. No other wrestler, in or out of WWE, has reached this elite quintet; another sign of the popularity of the reigning Undisputed WWE Champion. In May of this year, Rhodes broke into the top 10 merch-sellers on Fanatics and has only grown more popular with audiences ever since.

It’s not just with Fanatics that fans can see the undeniable popularity of Cody Rhodes, who made over $1 million over WrestleMania weekend in merchandise alone. In the run-up to his epic weekend in Philadelphia, Rhodes dominated WWE’s own merchandise sales, regularly outperforming The Rock and leaving the Final Boss scraping into the top 10.

WWE And Fanatics

A deal between WWE and Fanatics was reached in March 2022, mere days before Rhodes’ return to the promotion at WrestleMania 38. The deal has seen Fanatics sell several items of licensed merch ranging from t-shirts to replica championship title belts. At the time of the agreement’s inception, then-WWE Chairman Vince McMahon described Fanatics as an “industry leader” and Fanatics founder/CEO Michael Rubin as a “visionary.”

What’s to Come?

Rhodes will compete at WWE Bad Blood 2024 where he’ll team with Roman Reigns to take on The Bloodline’s Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu. With a special entrance planned for the Undisputed WWE Champion, expect merchandise to fly once more at the October 5, event in Atlanta, Georgia. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on Cody Rhodes and his unlikely tag team with the OTC.

WWE & AEW Stars Unite For San Francisco 49ers vs. LA Rams Game

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AEW wrestlers and WWE Superstars don’t share the ring, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t friendships that go beyond where a talent works. This week, the ‘Forbidden Door’ was opened at an NFL game that saw the San Francisco 49ers take on the Los Angeles Rams.

On Twitter, AEW’s Leila Grey shared some photos from the game, which she watched alongside TBS Champion Mercedes Moné, Bayley, Naomi, and Tamina Snuka.

Despite holding a 24-14 lead in the fourth quarter, the 49ers were unable to fend off a late surge by the Rams, who clinched a 27-24 victory with a game-winning field goal as time expired. Bayley’s love for the 49ers is no secret, as she presented George Kittle with a WWE Legacy Championship earlier this year and pumped up fans at the January game.

This game also proved to be a reunion for Moné, Naomi, and Tamina who formed Team B.A.D (Beautiful and Dangerous) when Mone was called up to the main roster in 2015. The group feuded with Team Bella (The Bella Twins and Alicia Fox) and PCB (Paige, Charlotte Flair, and Becky Lynch) before Moné (then Sasha Banks) split from Team B.A.D in early 2016.

While discourse about WWE and AEW may get heated among fans on social media, these five wrestlers enjoyed each other’s company at the game, even if the result didn’t go their way. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on WWE and All Elite Wrestling.

Seth Rollins Has Viral Moment with TY Hilton At Bears vs. Colts Game

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WWE superstar Seth Rollins was spotted at the Chicago Bears game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at Lucas Oil Stadium. A die-hard Bears fan, Rollins attended the game during his current break from WWE and found himself in an unexpected viral moment with former Colts wide receiver, TY Hilton.

A Surprise Encounter with TY Hilton

In a playful interaction that delighted fans, Hilton, a former Colts standout, engaged with Rollins near the stands. Hilton humorously “threw” Rollins out of the seating area, causing the former WWE World Heavyweight Champion to tumble onto the field. The light-hearted scene was caught on camera and quickly spread across social media.

Rollins Reacts to the Bears’ Loss

The game didn’t go well for Rollins’ Bears, who lost 21-16, dropping their season record to 1-2. Following the defeat, Rollins took to social media to vent his frustration, rekindling his well-known frustrations with the Bears’ performance. He reiterated his disappointment with football as a whole, continuing a theme he’s expressed in previous seasons.

The viral nature of the incident with TY Hilton generated significant buzz on social media. Fans of both WWE and the NFL discussed the crossover moment, making Rollins’ tumble one of the most talked-about highlights from Sunday’s game.

Rollins’ WWE Absence

Rollins’ appearance at the game comes amid his time off from WWE. He has been absent from programming since August 5, when he was brutally attacked by Bronson Reed on WWE Raw. Rollins has been recovering since the assault, and his time at the Bears game marked one of his rare public appearances during this hiatus.

Mercedes Mone Shares Concerns About WWE Raw’s Move to Netflix

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WWE has announced that its flagship program, Monday Night Raw, will undergo significant changes starting in October 2024. The show will shift from its current three-hour format to a two-hour runtime, which will remain in place until the end of the year. Even more notably, starting in January 2025, Raw will move from cable television to Netflix—a monumental shift, marking the first time in its 31-year history that the show will no longer air on traditional TV.

This decision has stirred mixed reactions within the wrestling community, with fans and industry insiders alike weighing in on the potential impact of these changes. One prominent voice sharing thoughts on this transition is AEW star Mercedes Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE. The “CEO” and reigning AEW TBS Champions expressed her opinions through her Mone Mag newsletter.

Having been a key figure in WWE during her time there, Mone has firsthand experience with Raw‘s three-hour format, having headlined numerous episodes. She discussed both the benefits and potential drawbacks of the show’s upcoming changes.

Opportunities vs. Concerns with a Shorter Runtime:

Mone pointed out that while the three-hour format was often criticized for dragging at times, it provided valuable opportunities for underrepresented talent—especially women—to get more screen time. With the show reverting to a two-hour window, she expressed concern that some performers might find it harder to secure consistent airtime, which could, in turn, limit their visibility and career growth.

However, Mone also sees a potential upside. She acknowledged that the move to Netflix could open new doors for creative storytelling. She speculated that the streaming platform might allow WWE to explore fresh ways to showcase talent, possibly compensating for the loss of an hour of weekly programming. In her view, the success of this transition will largely depend on how well WWE utilizes this new format to highlight its diverse roster.

Ultimately, Mone remains optimistic that WWE’s ability to create more opportunities for its talent will be crucial, not just for the performers but also for the overall health of the industry.

Mone’s AEW Status

In the meantime, Mone continues to shine in AEW. She is currently in her fourth month as the AEW TBS Champion, having most recently defended her title against Hikaru Shida at All Out 2024. Her career has continued to evolve since leaving WWE, but it’s clear that she still has a vested interest in the future of the company that helped make her a star.

As Raw prepares for a new chapter, the wrestling world will be watching closely, with veterans like Mone offering insights into how these changes could shape the future of WWE and the broader wrestling landscape.

The New Orleans Saints Believe In Joe Hendry

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The New Orleans Saints come marching into NFL Sunday with Joe Hendry. The belief of Joe Hendry holds no boundaries as the pro wrestling sensation that has took fire in TNA and NXT now has caught wind in the NFL.

The Saints have a tall order ahead of them this football Sunday as they take on the Philadelphia Eagles in one of the featured games, but one star for the team knows who he can hang his helmet on in getting the job done.

As the team headed into warm-ups this weekend, Saints running back Jamaal Williams was caught by the team’s social media crew singing Joe Hendry’s theme. Not just that, but Williams is clearly a fan as he’s captured doing the signature rythmic clap of the pro wrestling star.

If Williams has “believed” in Joe Hendry to start the NFL season, it’s paid off dividends for the team as the Saints are currently undefeated heading into Sunday and have had one of the hottest offenses in the league so far.

Williams has done his share at contributing to the scoreboard as the running back already has a touchdown on the season, which actually totals the same amount of TDs he had last season with the team.

When it comes to Hendry, he believes in Terry Taylor. Just this week, Hendry tipped his cap to Taylor, saying he learned a lot from the seasoned veteran while working at the WWE Performance Center. While working with NXT, Hendry found himself right at the top of the card working with names like Ethan Page and Trick Williams.

Speculation Grows Over Potential Wade Barrett In-Ring Return

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The September 9 episode of WWE Raw ignited rumors of a potential in-ring return for Wade Barrett after an on-screen confrontation with Drew McIntyre. McIntyre, following his recent attack on CM Punk, addressed Barrett during a segment, prompting wrestling fans to wonder whether the former WWE Intercontinental Champion might be considering a return to the squared circle.

Barrett, who officially retired from in-ring competition in late 2015 after a series of injuries, was released from WWE in June 2016. He returned to the company in 2020, not as a competitor, but as part of the commentary team on NXT. Despite his current role behind the announce desk, the possibility of a comeback remains a topic of discussion within the wrestling community.

WWE Hall of Famer John “Bradshaw” Layfield (JBL) added fuel to the fire during a recent interview on Huge Pop. JBL expressed his belief that Barrett still has something to offer inside the ring if he’s willing to take the chance. “If Wade has that desire, I say go for it,” JBL stated. “Commentary will always be there for him, but the window for an in-ring career isn’t open forever. If it doesn’t work out, he can always come back to commentary.”

Barrett, a five-time WWE Intercontinental Champion, wrestled for WWE from 2006 to 2015. He was released the following year, before returning in 2020 and transitioning to his current role as a broadcaster. While there has been no official word from Barrett or WWE on a potential return, JBL’s comments suggest that the door is not entirely closed.

At the time of writing, Barrett has not indicated any plans to step back into the ring, leaving fans to speculate about what the future holds for the former leader of the Nexus.

Wade Barrett’s Best WWE Moments (Playlist)

Dustin Rhodes Celebrates 36 Years – AEW Is “Good for My Soul”

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Dustin Rhodes continues to be a force in All Elite Wrestling, showing no signs of slowing down. Having been with AEW since its inception, Rhodes’ passion for pro wrestling remains as strong as ever. His enduring love for the business has likely contributed to his impressive longevity in the ring. Earlier this month, he celebrated 36 years since his debut.

On the September 21 episode of AEW Collision, Rhodes and Sammy Guevara defended their ROH World Tag Team Titles in a Bunkhouse Brawl, a stipulation created by Dusty Rhodes in 1985. The duo took on Mike Bennett and Matt Taven of the Undisputed Kingdom in a brutal, hard-hitting contest.

The Natural Reflects on His AEW Journey

Following the victory, Rhodes shared his thoughts on social media, expressing his deep appreciation for AEW and the opportunity to continue performing at a high level. He remarked that his time in AEW has been “good for his soul,” and reflected on his five-year journey with the company, referring to it as his “One Last Ride.”

Guevara Reacts and Challenges Kazuchika Okada

The Spanish God celebrated the victory issuing a challenge to none other than Kazuchika Okada for an AEW Continental Championship Eliminator Match for the September 28 Grand Slam episode of AEW Collision. If Guevara secures a victory, he plans to challenge Okada for the AEW Continental Championship on AEW Dynamite’s 5-Year Anniversary show on October 2.

Cody Rhodes Preparing Special Entrance for Bad Blood

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At WWE Bad Blood 2024, Cody Rhodes will team with Roman Reigns to take on The Bloodline, represented by Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu. If Rhodes teaming with the man he dethroned at WrestleMania 40 isn’t strange enough, the American Nightmare will have a special entrance for the October 5, show.

Rhodes’ entrance music will be performed by the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff’s Marching Band at Bad Blood 2024. The news was confirmed by the band on X, who are excited to expand their reach and gain national exposure with WWE.

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This entrance will mark Rhodes’ first time being accompanied by live music in WWE and serves as a testament to the high standing of the reigning WWE Champion. WWE has typically reserved live music entrances for its very top talent including Triple H, The Undertaker, Rhea Ripley, John Cena, and the late Bray Wyatt.

Claim Your Kingdom

Rhodes’ theme song ‘Kingdom’ has proven to be a certified hit with wrestling fans with crowds across the globe singing the American Nightmare to the ring. Following Rhodes’ WrestleMania 40 victory over Roman Reigns, Kingdom reached #1 in the iTunes U.S. Rock charts.

After a particularly boisterous rendition of his theme in New York’s Barclays Center, Rhodes shared his delight that fans sing along to his theme song.

Rhodes will have quite the entrance at WWE Bad Blood, but the question remains as to whether he and Roman Reigns will be able to co-exist given their history. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest from WWE Bad Blood 2024, including breaking news and live results.

Brooks Jensen Is Having A Great Day, He Just Got Married

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WWE NXT star Brooks Jensen has been steadily gaining attention on the gold brand, thanks in part to his envelope-pushing angle that has blended real life and his work in the ring. This week, Jensen shared another glimpse into his real life by revealing he has got married.

On Twitter, a fan shared their hope that Jensen is having a great day, which caught the attention of the NXT Superstar. Jensen shared that he certainly is having a great day as he’s now a married man.

Keeping Fans Guessing

In May, Jensen tweeted out his booking information for promoters, suggesting that he was no longer part of NXT. Jensen went as far as to appear at an independent event to further the angle, catching the attention of fans who were unsure whether this was a work.

Adding to the emotional weight of the angle, Jensen’s now-wife, Chloe, released a video responding to him no-showing an independent event, again blurring the lines and intriguing viewers. Despite this, Jensen was under contract with WWE throughout the angle, with this storyline designed to elevate his character on the gold brand. More recently, Jensen has been aligned with Shawn Spears as the ‘Chairman’ is proving to be a bad influence on the 23-year-old Superstar.

We would like to send our congratulations to Brooks Jensen and Chloe. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest from Brooks Jensen in and out of the ring.

Steph De Lander Set for Neck Fusion Surgery, Out of Action for Six Months

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Ahead of TNA Victory Road 2024, Steph De Lander revealed that she will be undergoing neck fusion surgery, nixing plans for a tag-team match on the pay-per-view. Appearing on the That’s Cooked podcast, De Lander gave details about her upcoming operation and how long she expects to be out of the ring.

“It’s going to be a fusion of a C5-C6. Is it career-ending? Absolutely not. How long am I going to be out? Probably six-plus months, maybe a little bit longer, and that’s just the way it is.”

De Lander has spoken with other wrestlers who’ve undergone neck fusion surgery, who have gushed about feeling “like a million bucks” after the operation. The TNA star admitted to being relieved to hear this, stating “People have really positive experiences, which is what I need to hear.”

C5-C6 Neck Fusion Surgery

The type of surgery De Lander is set to undergo aims to treat compression of the spinal cord and nerve roots and is typically used when non-invasive methods have failed. In 2022, Robert Roode underwent surgery on his C5 and C6 vertebrae and can be found these days working as a producer for WWE. While Roode hasn’t wrestled for WWE in years, he is greenlit to compete, proving that this surgery is not a career-ender.

De Lander’s career has risen quickly over the past few years, thanks in part to her partnership with ‘Indy God’ Matt Cardona. Now, the former WWE NXT Superstar is prioritizing her health and well-being, and we here at SEScoops would like to wish Steph De Lander the very best in her neck fusion surgery and her recovery.

Tony Khan Rules Out AEW Match, Wants To Avoid Altercations

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During the April 24, 2024, edition of AEW Dynamite, Tony Khan found himself the victim of an attack by The Elite, culminating with a spike piledriver by The Young Bucks that wrote Khan off of TV for months. While Khan has since made a full recovery and resumed his regular appearances for AEW, fans shouldn’t expect him to engage in any more physical confrontations.

Speaking to amNY Metro, Khan was asked if he has any interest in showing his mettle in the ring. While Khan is fiercely passionate about pro wrestling, The Elite has made the AEW President wary of future physical altercations.

“I didn’t step into the ring voluntarily. I would hope to avoid such physical altercations in the future.”

Khan’s injury, and the aftermath, were highlighted in NFL Films’ A Day in the Life of Tony Khan, which aired this week on FS1. He appeared wearing the neckbrace during the 2024 NFL Draft, and later auctioned off the brace for charity, raising money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital to support the fight against childhood diseases.

Wrestling Authority Figures

Khan’s restraint from wrestling sets the AEW President apart from other executives with Vince McMahon, Eric Bischoff, and Paul Heyman all stepping in the ring over their respective careers. Some have even gone on to hold championship gold with McMahon boasting reigns as WWE and ECW World Champion, and even won the 1999 Royal Rumble. The former WWE Chairman, soon to be the subject of a Netflix docuseries, holds victories over Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Bobby Lashley, and even God.

Khan may hope to avoid physical altercations, but wrestling fans have learned time and again to never say never. While the idea of the AEW President lacing up a pair of boots may seem far-fetched, so did the idea of Shane McMahon join AEW until his meeting with Khan earlier this year. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on Tony Khan and whether the billionaire steps foot in an AEW ring as a competitor.

Jim Ross Pushes for Matt Riddle To Be Given AEW Shot Despite “Baggage”

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Since his WWE release in September 2023, Matt Riddle has competed for New Japan Pro Wrestling, AAA, MLW, and other promotions. One major company where fans have yet to see the Original Bro is All Elite Wrestling, though that could change if legendary commentator Jim Ross has his way.

On his Grilling JR podcast, Ross shared that he believes Riddle should be given an opportunity in AEW, but understands why Tony Khan may be hesitant to bring him on board.

“I would suggest that he’d be given a shot. I understand Tony’s reluctance because Matt has a little baggage. How much that baggage weighs, I don’t know, but I know he’s a very talented kid.”

Riddle’s ‘baggage’ includes being accused of sexual assault by Candy Cartwright in 2020, though she dropped her lawsuit against him in July the following year. Riddle was also notorious throughout his WWE run for stirring up trouble with other wrestlers including Brock Lesnar and Bill Goldberg. Shortly before his release, Riddle was involved in an incident at JFK Airport where he was reportedly intoxicated.

While Riddle recently met with Tony Khan, the Original Bro isn’t sure he made a good impression, stating “I don’t know if he likes me” during an interview with SI Takedown. With that in mind, AEW has worked with ‘problematic’ names before, including Ric Flair, so fans know not to count out the possibility of a Riddle appearance.

With Jim Ross advocating for Riddle, fans know to never say never to the former U.S. Champion doing something with AEW down the line. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on Matt Riddle and whether he one day competes in an AEW ring.

Elton Prince & Kelly Kincaid Welcome Their Daughter Into The World

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WWE SmackDown Superstar Elton Prince and NXT interviewer Kelly Kincaid are celebrating after becoming parents for the first time. On Instagram, the couple shared news about the birth of their daughter Poppy Faye Howley, who was born on Friday, September 20. Several WWE names issued their congratulations including Nia Jax, Natalya, Nick Aldis, Indi Hartwell, Thea Hail, and Prince’s tag-team partner Kit Wilson.

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Prince debuted for WWE in 2019 as part of NXT UK and is a two-time NXT Tag Team Champion as well as a one-time NXT UK Tag Team Champion. While Kincaid currently works as an interviewer, she has a background in in-ring competition and worked with Ring of Honor under the name Quinn McKay.

Baby Fever

Young Poppy is the latest baby born to a wrestler in 2024. In April, Luke Gallows announced the birth of his son Thomas, while Cassie Lee and Shawn Spears welcomed their second child into the world two months later. Earlier this month, WWE announcer Mike Rome welcomed a baby boy, Salem, who is “20 and a half inches of awesome” according to his proud papa.

Tenille Dashwood and Mike Rallis recently shared that they are expecting their first child, while former WWE Women’s Champion Ronda Rousey is currently expecting her second. The baddest woman on the Planet shared the news, and her baby bump, at San Diego Comic Con.

We at SEScoops would like to offer our congratulations to Elton Prince and Kelly Kincaid on this joyous addition to their family.

LA Knight Has Already Surpassed Logan Paul In Successful U.S. Title Defenses

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At WWE SummerSlam 2024, LA Knight defeated Logan Paul, ending the longest United States Championship reign of the past decade. While Knight has a long way to go before he has a longer reign than the Maverick, he has already surpassed Paul in one notable metric.

On the September 20, 2024, edition of WWE SmackDown, Knight retained the star-spangled strap with a hard-fought victory over Andrade. With this win, Knight has now surpassed Paul in terms of televised title defenses. The megastar’s 49-day reign has seen three successful title defenses on TV (equal to one every 16.3 days).

Paul only had two successful title defenses aired over his 273-day reign (one every 136.5 days) with his defense at the Royal Rumble against Kevin Owens ending in a disqualification. Throughout his reign, many fans debated whether WWE was right to put the gold on the part-time Superstar with Kevin Nash recently calling Paul out on his schedule.

LA Knight Addresses SmackDown Botches

While Knight was able to retain against Andrade, one spot in the corner didn’t go smoothly for the reigning U.S. Champion. Knight attempted to leap to the top rope multiple times to hit his signature top rope superplex on Andrade, only to repeatedly slip before hitting the move.

Speaking after the show, Paul acknowledged this error and chalked it up to things never being guaranteed to work when you compete on live TV.

“It’s a game of inches, you can say it’s a game of chances, you can damn sure say you’re playing roulette out there. Things almost didn’t go my way.”

While Andrade will resume his feud with Carmelo Hayes on next week’s SmackDown, the future remains bright for LA Knight. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on WWE’s megastar and his future as the reigning United States Champion.

Court Dismisses Wrongful Death Lawsuit Of Brian ‘Grandmaster Sexay’ Christopher

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In July 2018, Brian Christopher, known to WWE fans as Grandmaster Sexay, was taken off life support after attempting to take his own life in a Hardeman County Jail. One year after his passing, Christopher’s father Jerry Lawler filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Hardeman County, Hardeman County Sheriff John Doolen, and others who he alleged failed to protect his son.

PW Insider reports that the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee dismissed Lawler’s lawsuit on September 4. The court ruled that Hardeman County could not be held liable for the actions of its employees under the legal framework required for such cases. More specifically, the court found that there was insufficient evidence to prove that the officers were aware of the risk that Christopher would harm himself and therefore, could not be held responsible.

Jerry Lawler’s Lawsuit

Lawler’s lawsuit alleged that Doolen had personally promised to “keep an eye” on Christopher after he was incarcerated for driving under the influence and evading police. It also alleged that the sheriff’s office had “failed to provide Brian with any treatment for his drug and alcohol issues” despite being promised by Doolen that aid would be given.

The WWE Hall of Famer has long disputed the idea that Christopher’s death was self-inflicted. During an interview with WMC-TV in January 2019, Lawler explained that in photos, marks on the side of Brian’s neck are visible but not at the front of his throat (where they would be if he died via hanging himself.) Lawler also stated that Brian’s fellow inmates have told him they don’t think Christopher took his own life.

Zilla Fatu Departs GCW As More Bloodline Family Are Teased in WWE

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As the son of the legendary Umaga, Zilla Fatu has the eyes of the wrestling world on him with fans excited to see how far he goes in the ring. The 25-year-old already holds gold in House of Glory and Reality of Wrestling but fans shouldn’t expect to see him in GCW anymore.

On Twitter, GCW shared that Fatu had been pulled from their September 20, Aura event and won’t be appearing at any future GCW events for the foreseeable future. Fatu was set to face Matt Tremont at the show, who instead faced SLADE at the show.

Fatu made his GCW debut in January 2024, teaming with his cousin Jacob Fatu, who has since joined WWE. His most recent match for the promotion came just last week and saw Zilla defeat Gringo Loco at Tha G-Code 2024.

A Potential WWE Move?

Zilla’s abrupt exit from Game Changer Wrestling has had fans speculating that the multi-generation wrestler will soon be appearing for WWE. Fatu was spotted last month at SummerSlam in Cleveland and it was reported at the time that WWE “naturally has their eyes on him.”

Jey Uso recently teased some surprises for the Bloodline story, including the possible inclusion of “other family members,” another potential nod to Fatu’s arrival. With Fatu himself saying in May that he’d prefer to join WWE over AEW, it could be just a matter of time before the 25-year-old talent makes waves as part of The Bloodline.

Roman Reigns Warns Cody Rhodes Ahead Of WWE Bad Blood Tag Match

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At WWE Bad Blood on October 5, Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes will team up to take on The Bloodline, represented by Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu. With so much history between Reigns and Rhodes, including three WrestleMania main events as opponents, fans have naturally been skeptical as to whether the two will co-exist in Atlanta, Georgia.

On the latest episode of SmackDown, the two met in a cinematic video package filmed at Georgia Tech’s football field. Reigns opened by reflecting on his past as a football player at Georgia Tech, declaring Atlanta his territory. He then challenged Rhodes’ connection to the city, prompting Cody to cite his family’s deep roots in Atlanta, particularly their legacy at the State Farm Arena, the venue for Bad Blood.

Looking To The Future

Reigns then broached the topic of their tag match at Bad Blood and taunted his would-be tag-team partner by bringing up the Bloodline’s dominance. Reigns vowed that while they will be allies on October 5, once Bad Blood is finished, he will be coming after the Undisputed WWE Championship.

The segment ended with both men blocking each other’s attempts to leave. Reigns warned Rhodes, “You’re in my way in life,” before finally walking off ending his meeting with the American Nightmare on a tense note.

WWE Bad Blood 2024 will take place on October 5, from the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on Bad Blood including breaking news and live results.

Fact Check: Did Drew McIntyre Really Injure His Knee In (9/20) SmackDown Dark Match

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Drew McIntyre was in action after this week’s episode of SmackDown and he got fans worried for a second after faking a knee injury.

The Scottish Warrior went up against Jey Uso in the second dark match of the night after the show from Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California went off air.

During one point in the bout, both men were down and McIntyre tried to do his signature kip-up. The former World Champion, however, failed to perform the move and he started favoring his knee afterward.

The referee checked on him and even Uso slowed down his offense. The images of the spot were seen on social media claiming that McIntyre got injured. Though a fan-made video shows that when Jey went close to his opponent, Drew poked him in the eye and then stood tall once again.

The Scottish Psychopath then delivered a GTS to Jey Uso in response to the CM Punk chants from the crowd. As he went for the Claymore, Uso managed to counter. The Yeet Man actually ended up winning the match after delivering a spear.

SmackDown Dark Matches

This wasn’t the only dark match that took place at the show. Before the Drew McIntyre bout, Liv Morgan successfully defended the Women’s World Championship against Lyra Valkyria.

The third dark match of the night saw Cody Rhodes defeat Carmelo Hayes. The WWE Champion brought a young fan to celebrate with him in the ring after the bell.

Prior to all this, Kevin Owens and the Street Profits took on the Bloodline in the main event of SmackDown. The match ended in a disqualification and the heel faction continued dominating until Rhodes made the save.

WWE once again teased Owens turning on the American Nightmare right at the end of the broadcast but the two ended up shaking hands and celebrating together.

Watch: What Happened With Cody Rhodes After (9/20) SmackDown Went Off Air

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Multiple top WWE stars including Liv Morgan, Cody Rhodes, and Drew McIntyre were in action in dark matches after this week’s episode of SmackDown from Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California went off air.

The first dark match saw Liv Morgan defending the Women’s World Championship against Lyra Valkyria. The Judgment Day member was able to retain her title at the end.

Drew McIntyre took on Jey Uso in a singles match after this. During one point in the bout, Drew faked a leg injury to sneak attack Uso and get the upper hand.

The Yeet man however came back. He actually managed to beat the former world champion with a spear. McIntyre was unhappy with the outcome and he threw a tantrum before heading to the back.

The final dark match saw Cody Rhodes defeating Carmelo Hayes in a singles match. The Undisputed WWE Champion brought a young fan into the ring after the bout to celebrate with him, showing once again why he is the face of the company.

What Happened On SmackDown

The main event of the show saw Kevin Owens teaming up with the Street Profits to take on The Bloodline. This came after DIY, who were originally supposed to team up with KO, were brutally attacked by the Samoan faction backstage before the bout.

The main event match ended in a disqualification when the referee couldn’t control the chaos anymore. The trio of Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa and Jacob Fatu continued wreaking havoc even after the bell rang.

DIY were also taken out when they tried to help Owens. It wasn’t until Cody Rhodes came out with a chair that things evened out. The American Nightmare sent the heels retreating.

WWE once again teased Kevin Owens turning on his friend after he grabbed the chair right before the show went off air. In the end, the Prizefighter shook hands with Rhodes and the broadcast ended with both the stars standing tall.

WWE Fans Stunned To Learn True Lyrics of Attitude Era Entrance Theme

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Few things excite wrestling fans more than when a WWE Superstar debuts a new theme song, often due to a dramatic change to their on-screen character. In 1998, Sean ‘X-Pac’ Waltman returned to WWE with a brand new theme that has held a secret for many fans of the two-time Hall of Famer until now.

The track, which borrows heavily from the D-Generation X theme, starts with some aggressive vocals that fans for years believed was the vocalist shouting ‘X-PAC!’ Thanks to Wrestling Bios though, fans are now learning, 26 years later, that the track instead starts with the phrase “Make Some Noise.”

This revelation has certainly taken many fans by surprise who believed that the opening line was X-Pac’s name.


X-Factor’s Theme Song

Make Some Noise isn’t the only notable theme that Waltman used during his time in WWE. After forming X-Factor, a group consisting of Waltman, Justin Credible, and Albert, the trio used What ‘Chu Lookin’ At? by Matthew ‘Uncle Kracker’ Shafer. The story goes that Shane McMahon approached Waltman and shared that the Red Hot Chilli Peppers would provide the X-Factor theme only for Waltman to refuse and request Uncle Kracker instead.

Whatever song he uses, Waltman continues to get an ovation anytime he appears for WWE. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on the DX/New World Order legend.

Xavier Woods Teases A Reunion With ‘Old Friends’ Amid Lucha Bros Reports

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Xavier Woods has expressed his frustrations with Kofi Kingston and could the former Consequences Creed have consequences for his best buddy?

Tension between New Day came to a head on Monday’s episode of WWE Raw as New Day lost their WWE World Tag Team Titles shot against The Judgment Day, but not without its share of complications.

It was Finn Balor and JD McDonagh defending the gold against Kofi and Woods, but it was almost arithmetic that the rest of The Judgment Day would meddle in the business. Woods made clear to Judgment Day rival Damian Priest that he wanted no help from anyone in the match, and Priest agreed. However, the LWO came out to fend off the Judgment Day insurgents and it caused Kingston to get involved. Woods ended up getting a visual three count on McDonagh, but the referee was too busy trying to restore order and it ultimately cost New Day the match.

Woods was irate with LWO after the fact and while Kingston tried to cool him down, only escalated the situation by revealing LWO standing guard was his idea. Woods was not pleased and made clear he wasn’t happy with Kingston. On Friday, Woods made a cryptic post on X stating he may have a reunion of sorts with some “old friends.”

“The streets saying that I may see some old friends soon. Just so yall know, I’m not a kid anymore.”

Who could these “old friends” be? Woods has his history in TNA and a team likely on the cusp of making their WWE debut is The Motor City Machine Guns. Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin could be two names to align with Woods.

Paul Heyman Finds A New ‘Avenue’ For Rob Van Dam

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Paul Heyman may be a “Paul Levesque Guy” but will never forget his history with ECW and arguably the company’s biggest star in Rob Van Dam.

Heyman is currently off WWE television after he was memorably attacked by Solo Sikoa’s newly led Bloodline, but ‘The Wiseman’ remains a strong figure backstage.

Someone who he happened to cross paths with on the premiere episode of SmackDown on USA was Rob Van Dam. RVD received an invite to the program and sat at ringside for the tag team match involving Randy Orton, Kevin Owens and A-Town Down Under. Van Dam noted that he ran into Heyman backstage and had “high” praise for his former boss.

Heyman previously reciprocated his appreciation for RVD during his noteworthy WWE Hall of Fame speech back in Philadelphia. However, not even after a week of running into ‘Mr. Monday Night’, Heyman saw something that caught his eye on Thursday night to spark a social media conversation with fans of Rob Van Dam.

“This would be the perfect block for a dispensary. #JustSaying”

On the latest episode of “1 Of A Kind With RVD”, Van Dam was asked by a fan as to what ECW benefited greater from: Paul Heyman’s genius or the wrestlers being allowed to be themselves? RVD undoubtedly said Heyman’s genius is what made ECW succeed because there were plenty of times where Paul E. knew to not let certain wrestlers be themselves. It sounds like Triple H is following suit with Heyman’s philosphy as RVD expressed his optimism for the “refreshing” new vibe backstage at WWE.

Latest On WWE’s Plans For NXT Level Up Amid Rumors Of Being Axed

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On October 1, WWE NXT will make its highly anticipated debut on The CW, concluding a five-year run on the USA Network. As part of the transition, the show will undergo several major changes, including plans to take the brand on the road. This week, it was reported that WWE would be ending NXT Level Up when the company’s deal with Hulu expires next week, but now more has come to light.

Despite rumors that NXT Level Up would be finishing, Fightful Select has since reported that WWE will continue broadcasting episodes of NXT Level Up for the foreseeable future. One source emphasized the importance of NXT Level Up in providing TV experience for debuting talent and claimed that discontinuing the show would be a serious mistake on the company’s behalf.

WWE NXT Level Up launched in February 2022, replacing 205 Live and has aired on Friday nights ever since. The show has allowed for up-and-coming talent to perform in front of a television audience for the first time before transitioning to the main NXT roster. Notable alumni include current North American Champion Oba Femi, Trick Williams, and Thea Hail.

While NXT Level Up is here to stay, WWE NXT will soon end its five-year run on the USA Network and debut on The CW. WWE has already loaded the first two weeks of NXT on The CW with title matches confirmed as well as appearances by CM Punk and Randy Orton. Stay tuned to SEScoops for all the latest on NXT as the gold brand prepares for a future on a different network.

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