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Forbidden Door In London – AEW Confirms 3rd International 2025 Event

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AEWxNJPW: Forbidden Door will take place in London, England for the first time ever next year, it has been confirmed. During the All In: London 2024 Zero Hour pre-show, it was confirmed that the roster of AEW and New Japan Pro Wrestling will descend upon the UK capital on August 24, next year.

This news shouldn’t come as a huge surprise to some, as the event has been promoted outside Wembley Stadium in recent days. No venue has been announced for AEWxNJPW: Forbidden Door 2025 as of this time.

AEW’s International 2025

Fans in the UK will get to see AEW and New Japan in action next year, but this will not be AEW’s only international event in 2025. In January, AEW will host its first Wrestle Dynasty event inside the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan. The event will feature talent from AEW, STARDOM, NJPW, Ring of Honor, and CMLL.

The following month, AEW will go down under for its first Grand Slam: Australia event. This show will take place at the Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane. News of this event was also broken during the AEW All In: London 2024 Zero Hour kick-off event.

Plans for AEW All In

While AEW has hosted two All In events in London, that won’t be the case next year. Instead, the show will take place in Arlington, Texas, marking AEW’s first stadium event in the United States. The show will return to the United Kingdom in 2026.

Marvel Meets AEW With Deadpool & Wolverine Tribute at All In: London

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Marvel Comics’ Deadpool and Wolverine were shown some love in Wembley as part of AEW All In: London 2024. During the event’s Zero Hour kick-off event, Dustin Rhodes, Sammy Guevara, Katsuyori Shibata, and The Von Erichs (Ross & Marshall) defeated Undisputed Kingdom (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) and Cage of Agony (Brian Cage, Bishop Kaun, and Toa Liona).

For the match, Rhodes wore a red and black Deadpool-inspired attire, while his ROH World Tag Team Champions partner Guevara donned the yellow and blue of Wolverine.

It wasn’t just the faces who are fans of the latest blockbuster from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Brian Cage also wore a Wolverine-inspired attire. Cage’s love of the Canadian mutant is no secret as he has dubbed himself ‘Swoleverine’ in the past.

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Stokley Hathaway’s MJ Tribute

It wasn’t just Deadpool and Wolverine who were shown love during the AEW All In: London 2024 Zero Hour kick-off event. For his mixed tag-team match, Stokely Hathaway arrived on a golden bed carried by men and wore a matching golden attire. On commentary, it was pointed out that this was a tribute to the King of Pop Michael Jackson from the late musician’s Remember The Time music video.

Willow Nightingale and Tomohiro Ishii defeated Hathaway and Kris Statlander, meaning Nightingale and Ishii will choose the stipulation for Willow Vs. Kris at AEW All Out. Stay tuned to SE Scoops for all the latest from AEW All In: London 2024 pay-per-view, including breaking news and live results.

Jamie Hayter Debuts New Look In AEW All In: London 2024 Return

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Former AEW Women’s World Champion Jamie Hayter has made her return with a new look at All In: London 2024. During the event’s Zero Hour kick-off event, Saraya, joined by an entourage including her family members and Harley Cameron, attempted to hold the show hostage. Saraya refused to let the show go on due to her not being booked. The ex-WWE Superstar captured the AEW Women’s World Championship at last year’s All In: London pay-per-view.

Saraya claimed to be the best women’s wrestler to come out of England, a remark that brought out Hayter to the shock of the fans, Saraya, and her entourage. Hayter arrived with a striking new look and attacked Saraya, sending her fellow former champion running from the ring.

The appearance marks Hayter’s first appearance in AEW since last year’s Double or Nothing in May of 2023. At that event, she lost the AEW Women’s World Championship to Toni Storm. Since then, Hayter has been out with a shoulder injury and there was no timeline for her return as of February of this year.

Hayter had been AEW Women’s World Champion for over six months when her injury took place, and she has been with AEW full-time since August 2021. Stay tuned to SE Scoops for the latest on Jamie Hayter and all the excitement of All In: London 2024.

Swerve Strickland Signs New AEW Deal Ahead of All In: London Title Defense

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AEW World Champion Swerve Strickland will be staying with AEW after inking a new deal, just hours before the biggest match of his career. On the AEW All In: London 2024 Zero Hour show, footage was shown of Strickland inking a brand new contract which was also signed by AEW President Tony Khan.

Strickland signing a new AEW deal comes shortly before he defends the AEW World Championship at All In: London 2024. In the show’s main event, Strickland will put his gold on the line against Bryan Danielson. The American Dragon earned the title match by winning the Owen Hart Foundation 2024 Men’s Tournament.

Danielson has vowed to retire from in-ring competition if he does not win the AEW World Championship tonight. Ever the resilient champion, Strickland has said he has no issue with the idea of being the one to end the career of his immensely popular challenger. AEW All In: London 2024 will mark Danielson’s first time competing in Wembley Stadium and the second time for Strickland.

AEW Grand Slam Australia Stadium Show Set For Brisbane In Feb 2025

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All Elite Wrestling will be heading down under next year with a stadium show in Brisbane, Australia, it has been confirmed. During the AEW All In: London 2024 Zero Hour pre-show, it was announced that Grand Slam: Australia will take place in Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium on February 15.

News of this massive event comes a week and a half after it was reported that AEW was planning a stadium show in Australia. Other venues that had reportedly been discussed include Sydney’s Allianz Stadium and Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium.

Suncorp Stadium first opened its doors in 1914 and boasts a max capacity of 52,500 seats. Nicknamed ‘The Cauldron,’ Suncorp Stadium has already hosted several sporting events and is home to the Brisbane Broncos, the Dolphins, the Queensland Reds and the Queensland Maroons.

AEW’s Stadium Events

This will be AEW’s latest stadium-sized event and will come after two AEW All In pay-per-views in London’s Wembley Stadium. All In 2025 will take place in Arlington, Texas, marking the first stadium show for Tony Khan’s promotion in the United States.

Pro-Wrestling & Australia

Australia has been home to several large-scale events, including 2018’s WWE Super ShowDown. The event saw a (disputed) 70,309 fans fill the Melbourne Cricket Ground to see The Undertaker and Triple H compete in their final one-on-one match. In February of this year, WWE hosted its Elimination Chamber PLE in Perth, Australia. The show was headlined by Australia’s own Rhea Ripley retaining the Women’s World Championship against Nia Jax.

Former WWE Superstar in London ahead of AEW All In 2024

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Former WWE Superstar Donovan Dijak has revealed that he is in London ahead of All In Wembley today.

Posting on X, Dijak would upload a picture of a London bus, seemingly indicating that he will be appearing today in the Casino Battle Royale.

We will update more on this as it develops.

Donovan Dijak in London ahead of AEW All In

There are a number of massive matches set to take place from the Wembley Stadium in London, England and they are as follows:

  • Pre-Show Match: Kris Statlander and Stokely Hathaway vs. Willow Nightingale and Tomohiro Ishii
  • AEW American Championship: MJF (c) vs. Will Ospreay
  • Casino Gauntlet for future AEW world championship match
  • AEW Women’s Championship: Toni Storm (c) vs. Mariah May
  • Coffin Match for AEW TNT Championship: Jack Perry (c) vs. Darby Allin
  • Last Chance Match for FTW Championship: Chris Jericho (c) vs. Hook
  • AEW TBS Championship: Mercedes Moné (c) vs. Britt Baker
  • Four-Way Ladder Match for AEW World Trios Championship: The Patriarchy (Christian Cage, Killswitch and Nick Wayne) (c) vs. The Bang Bang Gang (Juice Robinson, Austin Gunn and Colten Gunn) vs. House of Black (Malakai Black, Brody King and Buddy Matthews) vs. Pac and Blackpool Combat Club (Claudio Castagnoli and Wheeler Yuta)
  • Three-Way Tag Match for the AEW World Tag Team Championship: The Young Bucks (Matthew and Nicholas Jackson) (c) vs. The Acclaimed (Anthony Bowens and Max Caster) vs. FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler)
  • AEW World Championship: Swerve Strickland (c) vs. Bryan Danielson

We’ll be covering all of the events from tonight’s PPV event, so make sur

Mariah May Plans NSFW Celebration if she Beats Toni Storm at AEW All In

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Mariah May has stirred up a fair amount of excitement ahead of her upcoming championship match at AEW All In. The rising star recently revealed her unconventional plans for a post-match celebration, promising a “no bikini” celebration if she defeats Toni Storm to become the new AEW Women’s World Champion.

The Road to AEW All In

Mariah May is set to face Toni Storm at Wembley Stadium in London tonight on August 25th, 2024. Since joining AEW last November, May has quickly made a name for herself, initially aligning with Toni Storm. Their partnership, however, took a dramatic turn when May turned on Storm, setting the stage for their intense rivalry leading up to this contest.

Mariah May’s Celebration Plans

In a recent interview with Fightful, Mariah May hinted at her unique plans for celebrating a potential victory over Toni Storm. Drawing inspiration from Shawn Michaels’ iconic Playgirl photoshoot and Mandy Rose’s NXT Women’s Championship celebration, May teased that she might celebrate her win with “no bikini.”

A New Chapter for Mariah May

If Mariah May emerges victorious at AEW All In, it could mark the beginning of a new chapter in her wrestling career. Not only would she claim the title of AEW Women’s World Champion, but she would also solidify her status as one of the most daring and entertaining talents in the industry.

AEW All In Rumors: Shane McMahon, Ricochet and more

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As AEW All In approaches, speculation about potential signings and matchups is at an all-time high. Here’s everything you need to know about the latest rumors surrounding the event.

Michael Oku

One of the hottest topics is the possible signing of Michael Oku, a standout talent from the British wrestling scene.

Oku, who currently holds the Undisputed British Heavyweight Championship at Revolution Pro, has been rumored to be in talks with AEW.

Although Oku expressed excitement about the rumors during a recent podcast interview, he confirmed that no deal is currently in place.

Oku hinted at the possibility of performing at Wembley Stadium, a dream for many wrestlers, but remained non-committal about any concrete plans with AEW.

The Young Bucks’ Cryptic Message

Adding fuel to the fire, The Young Bucks recently sent out a cryptic message on social media. The Bucks noted on the bio for their X account that they are: “Engagement farming feed. You either hate us, or you really hate us. Full-time part-timers. Could’ve retired after our ROH run. Your EVPs.”

Whether this feeds into their match at All In remains to be seen, but they are set to face FTR and The Acclaimed.

Ricochet and Shane McMahon

Former WWE Superstar Ricochet and Shane McMahon are also two names that are being rumored heavily for the event.

Although Ricochet seems almost like a dead cert, possibly appearing after the Ospreay vs MJF match, McMahon feels way more unlikely.

Biggest Week in AEW History

Tony Khan has also teased that this will be the “biggest week” in company history, noting the following on his X account:

Other Surprises

AEW All In, set to take place at Wembley Stadium, is expected to be a landmark event with potential surprise appearances, especially in the Casino Battle Royale match.

Keep checking back as we update this page throughout the week ahead of All In!

Mercedes Mone Reveals Her ‘Personal Writer’ for AEW Storylines

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Mercedes Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE, has revealed her close collaboration with her ‘personal writer’ for All Elite Wrestling (AEW) storylines.

A New Chapter in AEW

After departing WWE in 2022, Mercedes Mone of course joined AEW, WWE’s biggest competitor, marking a significant transition in her career.

Mone has always been vocal about her desire for creative freedom and storytelling depth, two elements that she felt were lacking in her previous role as she notes in a new piece for the UK’s Independent.

The Role of Jennifer Pepperman

In AEW, Mone has found a new creative partner in Jennifer Pepperman, whom she describes as her ‘personal writer.’ Together with AEW’s Tony Khan, Pepperman and Mone have the opportunity to collaborate closely on developing her storylines.

This partnership allows Mone to have more control over her narrative in All Elite, a stark contrast to her experiences in WWE, where wrestlers often have little input into their storylines.

Creative Freedom and Respect in AEW

Mone has emphasized the creative freedom she enjoys in AEW, stating that her opinions and ideas are valued. “Here, I have space to be heard.”

The collaboration with Jennifer Pepperman appears to be crucial to this creative exploration, allowing Mone to bring her vision to life.

MJF Says His Dynamite Diamond Ring Has Been Stolen In London

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MJF has revealed that his Dynamite Diamond Ring has been stolen ahead of today’s ALL IN PPV from Wembley Stadium in London.

The American Champion revealed the news on Twitter earlier today saying that UK is a godless and lawless country:

The Dynamite Diamond Ring was first introduced back in November 2019 as a reward for the winner of the Dynamite Dozen Battle Royale.

Originally the battle royal concluded when 2 members remained in the ring. The final 2 contestants then faced each other in a match with the winner getting the reward.

Maxwell and Adam Cole were the last two competitors for the inaugural battle royal with MJF subsequently defeating the Undisputed Era star to win the ring.

The 28-year-old continued his winning streak for the next two years and defeated Orange Cassidy in 2020 and Dante Martin in 2021 to retain possession of the ring.

The rules were changed in 2022 due to MJF’s exceptional success with the winner of the battle royal facing the Salt of The Earth directly for the prize.

Ricky Starks and Juice Robinson won the battle royal in 2022 and 2023 respectively but they both failed to take the ring away from the former AEW champion.

Cody Rhodes had stated that the original Dynamite Diamond Ring was valued at $42,000. The design was updated in 2021 with the claim that it was now worth $150,000.

It’s unknown if the ring going missing is part of a storyline for today’s PPV or if the artifact has actually been stolen. We’ll update the story with more details when they become available.

AEW All In London Post Show Media Scrum Start Time: UK, US, Australia and more

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AEW All In London takes place tonight from Wembley Stadium in London, England, but what time is the post-show Media Scrum?

As is usually the case, the post-show media scrum will be starting around an hour or so following the end of the main card, so we’ve broken down here the timings across multiple global territories.

AEW All In Post Show Scrum Start Time

Different Time Zones

  • UTC (Coordinated Universal Time):
  • 9:00 PM on Sunday, August 25th, 2024
  • EST (Eastern Standard Time – New York, USA):
    • 5:00 PM on Sunday, August 25th, 2024
  • PST (Pacific Standard Time – Los Angeles, USA):
    • 2:00 PM on Sunday, August 25th, 2024
  • CET (Central European Time – Berlin, Germany):
    • 11:00 PM on Sunday, August 25th, 2024
  • IST (India Standard Time – New Delhi, India):
    • 2:30 AM on Monday, August 26th, 2024
  • CST (China Standard Time – Beijing, China):
    • 5:00 AM on Monday, August 26th, 2024
  • JST (Japan Standard Time – Tokyo, Japan):
    • 6:00 AM on Monday, August 26th, 2024
  • AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time – Sydney, Australia):
    • 7:00 AM on Monday, August 26th, 2024
  • NZST (New Zealand Standard Time – Wellington, New Zealand):
    • 9:00 AM on Monday, August 26th, 2024
  • MSK (Moscow Standard Time – Moscow, Russia):
    • 12:00 AM (Midnight) on Monday, August 26th, 2024

AEW All In London Post Show Media Scrum Live Stream: How to Watch

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AEW All In London 2024 takes place tonight from Wembley Stadium in London, England, and the Post Show Media Scrum is always a highlight.

Although the company will absolutely be hoping for a calmer backstage situation than last year, the post show scrum always has something for fans to enjoy, so its worth knowing how you can watch it.

All In Post Show Live Stream

Fans will be able to watch all of the post show scrum live via YouTube. This is where all of the All Elite post-show scrums get uploaded and if you can’t watch it live then you’ll be able to watch it back in full on demand.

AEW All In London Zero Hour Pre-Show Live Stream: How to Watch

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All Elite Wrestling/AEW returns to the UK with its highly anticipated “All In” event at Wembley Stadium tonight. The excitement kicks off with the “Zero Hour” pre-show, which features thrilling matches and sets the tone for the main event.

If you’re eager to catch every moment, here’s how you can watch the AEW All In London Zero Hour Pre-Show live stream.

How to Watch AEW All In London Zero Hour Pre-Show Live Stream

To watch the AEW All In London Zero Hour Pre-Show live, fans have several options. The pre-show is available for free on AEW’s official YouTube channel and Facebook page, making it accessible to a global audience.

What Time Does the AEW All In London Zero Hour Pre-Show Start?

The AEW All In London Zero Hour Pre-Show is set to begin at 4 pm BST on Sunday, August 27, 2024. Make sure to tune in early to catch all the preliminary matches and exclusive content that set the stage for the main card.

What to Expect from the AEW All In London Zero Hour Pre-Show

There will be a Pre-Show Match between Kris Statlander and Stokely Hathaway vs. Willow Nightingale and Tomohiro Ishii taking place on Zero Hour as well as build up to the main card itself!

AEW All In London Zero Hour Pre-Show Start Time: UK, US, Australia and More

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AEW (All Elite Wrestling) returns to London for the highly anticipated “All In” event, and fans worldwide are gearing up for a huge PPV show. One of the highlights leading up to the main event is the “Zero Hour” pre-show. To help fans catch every moment, we’ve compiled the AEW All In London Zero Hour pre-show start times for various regions, including the UK, US, Australia, and more.

AEW All In London Zero Hour Pre-Show Start Time

The AEW All In London Zero Hour pre-show is scheduled to start two hours before the main card. This pre-show features exclusive matches and analysis, setting the stage for the main event. Here’s a breakdown of the start times by region.

Zero Hour Pre-Show Start Time in the UK

For fans in the United Kingdom, the Zero Hour pre-show begins at 4:00 PM BST. The main card of AEW All In will follow at 6:00 PM BST, ensuring fans have ample time to settle in and enjoy the complete experience from start to finish.

Zero Hour Pre-Show Start Time in the US

In the United States, the start time varies by region:

  • Eastern Time (ET): The Zero Hour pre-show will kick off at 11:00 AM ET, with the main card starting at 1:00 PM ET.
  • Central Time (CT): The pre-show begins at 10:00 AM CT, with the main event at 12:00 PM CT.
  • Pacific Time (PT): For fans on the west coast, the Zero Hour pre-show starts at 8:00 AM PT, with the main event following at 10:00 AM PT.

Zero Hour Pre-Show Start Time in Australia

Australian fans can catch the Zero Hour pre-show early in the morning. Here are the local start times:

  • Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST): The pre-show begins at 1:00 AM AEST on the following day, with the main card starting at 3:00 AM AEST.
  • Australian Western Standard Time (AWST): The pre-show will start at 11:00 PM AWST, with the main event commencing at 1:00 AM AWST the next day.

Bryan Danielson Wishes To ‘Disappear’ After Wrestling Retirement

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Bryan Danielson wants to move away from the spotlight after he has retired from wrestling.

The 43-year-old will be putting his career on the line when he challenges Swerve Strickland for the AEW World Title at Sunday’s All In event. Bryan has previously revealed that his contract with the company has already expired, so there is a lot of chatter about what he plans to do after the show.

Tony Khan has stated multiple times that he would love for Danielson to stick around in whatever role he sees fit. For someone as knowledgeable as the wrestling veteran, there are a lot of career opportunities even if he chooses to never wrestle again.

During a recent interview with TMZ Sports, fellow WWE alumni Dean Muhtadi asked the AEW star about his plans after his retirement. Bryan explained that a lot of options have been presented to him, but he isn’t interested in any of them:

“So I don’t know. I’ve had people want me to do lots of things and I don’t really want to do any of them. I’d really like to just disappear. At least from the public eye.

What I’d really like to do is help with the community, help with…like be involved in my kids’ lives. As far as like my wife got to coach our son’s t-ball team last year, I’d love to be able to do that this year. Those sorts of things. Those are the kind of things that I’m putting focus and priority on.

I’d Like To Just Retreat Into The Forest: Bryan Danielson

Bryan Danielson then revealed an interesting conversation he had with fellow BCC member Claudio Castagnoli, while also discussing the downsides of being in the spotlight:

“Claudio had just mentioned to me on Wednesday when we were driving back to our hotel after Dynamite, he goes, ‘You know, Bryan, whenever you’re done, I kind of hope I never see you again.’ What he meant by that, and then he added later, he was like, ‘I mean I’d love to come visit you at your house, like far away from everybody, but I kind of hope that that’s it.’

Because I think he kind of knows that that’s what I want. You know what I mean it’s to kind of disappear. There’s definitely benefits to being in the spotlight but then there’s also a lot of trade-offs. I think sometimes if you experience mental health issues and stuff like that, being in the spotlight isn’t necessarily a good thing.

So yeah, I’d like to just kind of retreat into the forest. I don’t watch a lot of TV but I vaguely remember Homer Simpson, he’s in the bushes and he just slowly disappears out, right. That’s me but into the woods.”

AEW All In will be coming live from the Wembley stadium in London. International viewers can check out local start times and other details for the show here.

El Hijo del Vikingo Returns To AAA, Confronts Alberto El Patron

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El Hijo del Vikingo has set his sights on the AAA Mega Championship after making his return to the promotion’s programming this week. On the latest episode of AAA Lucha Libre, Alberto El Patron and Konnan were in a backstage segment interrupted by the returning Vikingo.

Later on, El Patron was asked about Vikingo’s return and made clear he was in no mood to discuss the former champion.

“You are in my locker room and come here to talk about Hijo del Vikingo, who looks like a member of Kumbia Kings? He comes in sandals, he probably doesn’t even know Spanish because I do not understand the dialect coming out of his mouth. I do not need to give an explanation to anyone, much less you.”

El Hijo del Vikingo held the AAA Mega Championship from December 2021 to March of this year and his 833-day reign is the longest in the title’s history. Vikingo’s reign came to an end due to an injury which he underwent surgery for in February.

In his absence, Nic Nemeth won the AAA Mega Championship at TripleMania XXXII: Monterrey in April of this year. The ‘Wanted Man’ lost the gold to El Patron at TripleMania XXXII: Mexico City last week, thanks to Konnan’s interference.

El Hijo del Vikingo had been making serious waves, both in and out of AAA before his injury. Stay tuned to SE Scoops for the latest on El Hijo del Vikingo and his quest to regain the AAA Mega Championship.

Ronda Rousey Wishes WWE Had Put More Thought Into Her Rivalry With Alexa Bliss

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Ronda Rousey learned a lot from her rivalry with Alexa Bliss but wishes WWE had put more thought into this feud.

The former WWE star recently had an interview with Ring The Belle to promote her new comic book. She talked about things such as having WWE cameos in her comics, cutting heel promos, and more.

When the topic of rivalry with the Goddess of WWE came up, Rousey mentioned how she first thought that the company was just trying to make her a better wrestler by putting her with Bliss:

“Well at the time I was like ‘Oh well maybe they’re just trying to like make me be a better wrestler and be able to sell for someone who’s as big as my leg and make it convincing.’ But really it just came down to the fact that Vince didn’t pay any attention to us and just looked at ‘Oh she sells the most merch, Ronda’s hot right now, put them together.’

That was as much thought as he put into it. That started a long legacy of having to make chicken shit into chicken salad. But I learned a lot from her. She taught me like okay we’re going to have to lead on like comedy and story and expressions and stuff like that to be able to get people into this.”

Made Me Into A Much Better Wrestler: Ronda Rousey

Ronda Rousey defeated Alexa Bliss to win her first wrestling title Raw Women’s Championship at the 2018 SummerSlam event. The two would have several more house show matches and another televised bout at Hell In A Cell before Rousey moved on to a feud with Nikki Bella.

According to the former UFC star, the ring time with Bliss taught her a lot of things and made her a much better wrestler. Though she still wishes that the company had put more thought into it:

“So it definitely made me into a much better wrestler and much more diverse in the ring and not just leaning on athleticism and spots and stuff like that when I’m dealing with somebody who is not only smaller than me and can’t support my weight or anything like that but she was also suffering from different kinds of injuries and things like that.

There were just a lot of things that were prohibitive and off limits. I’m used to working with people that are supposed to be able to withstand me actually trying to hurt them with my bare hands. Then I’m getting in there with somebody like ‘Okay I have to make this physical and believable but also take care of her.’

So that was something completely new. I learned a whole lot from that but I wish that there was a lot more thought put into it from the very top. But they were just setting the tone of like ‘Okay this is what it’s going to be. We’re going to throw stuff at you without putting any thought into it and you guys are going to have to put in the thought to make it work.'”

After Nikki Bella, Ronda Rousey would successfully defend the Raw Women’s Title against names such as Nia Jax, Sasha Banks, and Bayley. She finally dropped the title to Becky Lynch in the main event of WrestleMania 35, ending her first run with the company.

Nikki Garcia To Host Netflix Competitive Eating Special Next Month

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WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Garcia will sink her teeth into the world of competitive eating next month as part of an upcoming Netflix special. Joey Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: Unfinished Beef will stream on Netflix on September 2 and will feature a stacked card of competitive eaters. Garica will be joined by actor/comedian Rob Riggle, broadcaster Cari Champion and sportscaster Chris Rose.

The titular showdown will see Joey Chestnut and Takeru Kobayashi face off in a battle to see who can eat the most hot dogs. The pair last went head to head in September 2009 and Kobayashi stomached 93 dogs to Chestnut’s 81.

The main event will be preceded by two undercards matches. Competitive eater, YouTuber and 2015 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest winner Matt Stonie will face an opponent yet to be announced, while another match will feature Guinness World Record holder for eating Leah Shutkever.

WWE On Netflix

The presence of the WWE Hall of Famer on a Netflix production is just a taste (pardon the pun!) of what’s to come for the streaming giant. This coming January, Monday Night RAW will move to Netflix, marking an end to over 30 years on broadcast television. John Cena has been confirmed for RAW’s premiere on Netflix as the WWE icon will kick off his retirement tour.

Fans in the U.S. will have access to Monday Night Raw each week, while those outside of the States will receive Raw, SmackDown, WWE NXT, and Premium Live Events. Netflix will not cover monthly PLEs in areas where deals are already in place with other distributors, such as India. 

Giulia Finishes Japan Run with Gauntlet Match Ahead Of Reported WWE Future

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Japanese wrestling sensation Giulia has finished her time in the country, ahead of a reported run as part of the WWE NXT roster. In a gauntlet match, Giulia faced the entire Marigold roster, who were each given a minute in the ring with the WWE prospect. Giulia’s final opponent was Utami Hayashista in the first-ever singles showdown between the two STARDOM alum.

After the match, the entire roster emerged once more to celebrate Giulia and Rossy Ogawa presented her with a large bouquet of flowers. An emotional Giulia spoke of her love for the roster and the fans before ending with a message to “Shine forever, Marigold!”

What’s to Come?

Giulia announced earlier this year that she would be wrapping up her time competing in Japan but isn’t finished in the ring. It has been reported that she has signed with WWE and won’t just be part of the NXT brand, but will be a leading name in the women’s division, rivaling the impact of Asuka. WWE NXT’s next major event will be the No Mercy show that will take place next week on September 1.

Giulia appeared for WWE at NXT Stand & Deliver in April of this year and if she joins, will be the latest prominent woman to sign with WWE. Stephanie Vaquer signed with WWE earlier this year, mere days after competing at AEWxNJPW: Forbidden Door 2024. DELTA, who is said to have impressed at the Elimination Chamber: Perth tryouts, has reportedly signed with the promotion.

Stay tuned to SE Scoops for the latest on Giulia and her future in the ring now that her time competing in Japan is officially over.

Darby Allin Calls Out “Ungrateful” Jack Perry Over AEW All In Drama

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Darby Allin isn’t holding back his feelings about Jack Perry and the infamous All In: London 2023 incident that reshaped Perry’s career. In an interview with Kenny McIntosh of Inside The Ropes, Allin didn’t mince words, calling Perry “ungrateful” for his actions at last year’s event.

“You think of 80,000-plus fans, and then you’re gonna go into business for yourself. There are literally people who would die for that opportunity, people who will never get to do that, and then you’re more focused on that.”

Perry’s ‘real glass’ comment during last year’s match with HOOK resulted in a backstage altercation with CM Punk that in the eyes of many, overshadowed AEW’s first stadium event. At the post-show media scrum, AEW President Tony Khan acknowledged that an incident had taken place but said he would not be taking questions on the matter.

Punk was released for his role in the altercation, and would return to WWE a few months later at Survivor Series in Chicago. While Perry was hit with a lengthy suspension, the incident has redefined the AEW TNT Champion as the ‘Scapegoat’ and his change of character has made him one of AEW’s top stars.

AEW aired the footage of the backstage altercation in April of this year, days after Punk made unflattering comments about AEW on Ariel Helwani’s MMA Hour podcast. On TV, the decision to air the footage was explained as the Young Bucks justifying their 2023 loss to FTR, saying they’d been distracted by the backstage ordeal.

What’s to Come?

Jack Perry will defend the AEW TNT Championship against Darby Allin later today at AEW All In: London 2024. The pair will collide in a Coffin Match in what has become one of the most personal and intense rivalries in AEW today. AEW All In: London 2024 will take place from Wembley Stadium in London, England. Stay tuned to SE Scoops for all the latest from the show including breaking news and live results.

Sami Zayn Is The Latest WWE Superstar Using Stem Cell Therapy

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Former Intercontinental Champion Sami Zayn has joined a line of WWE Superstars to undergo Stem Cell Therapy to aid his health and career. On Instagram, The RejuvStem Medical Center shared a video of Zayn and Viking Raider Ivar at their premises in Cancun.

“You never know who is going to show up here at RejuvStem Cancun! Today we have WWE Superstar @samizayn joining WWE Superstar @ivar_wwe to receive stem cell therapy for a career’s worth of nagging injuries.

“Each superstar has spent over 20 years respectfully performing all around the world. At this stage of their respective careers, both IVAR as well as SAMI recognize the importance of taking care of their bodies so they can continue performing for the WWE Universe for years to come.“

As reported earlier this week, Ivar underwent Stem Cell Therapy to aid with a career of injuries. Ivar hasn’t competed since May of this year, when he unsuccessfully challenged North American Champion Oba Femi at NXT Spring Breakin’ (Week Two.) He was promptly written off TV with an attack by Gallus. Zayn hasn’t wrestled on WWE TV since his two-out-of-three-falls defeat to Intercontinental Champion Bron Breakker on the August 12, RAW.

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Ivar and Sami Zayn are just the latest WWE Superstars to work with the RejuvStem Medical Center. Rey Mysterio has also worked with the center as has Big E, who has been out of action since March of 2022 with a broken neck. More recently, Shotzi has been working with the RejuvStem team to heal up from her ACL tear suffered earlier this year. Ivar’s tag-team partner Erik, who underwent neck fusion surgery last year, has also worked with RejuvStem.

Stem Cells: What Are They? 

Stem Cells have two main features that make them valuable in treatments such as these: they are self-replicating and can become various types of cells. Stem Cells are also considered controversial as there have been debates as to the ethics of research involving the development and use of human embryos. Not all stem cell research involves human embryos. 

Bray Wyatt Remembered: JoJo Offerman, More Honor Late WWE Star

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Exactly one year ago today, the world lost one of its most creative and vibrant beings in Windham Rotunda, better known to the wrestling industry as Bray Wyatt. Wyatt left an unforgettable mark on the WWE Universe in a career that spanned just over a decade. A former three-time World Champion, an accurate measure of success came from his unmatched storytelling abilities.

Today’s date brings up strong emotions for fans, colleagues, and loved ones. While we mourn, it’s also a chance to celebrate Wyatt for his contributions to professional wrestling and remember him as the friend, husband, brother, and father he was. Wyatt’s widow, Jojo Offerman, perfectly summed up this sentiment in a lengthy, heartfelt tribute to her late husband on Instagram.



“…Today is a reminder of the worst day of my life, but also a reminder to never take anything for granted. Today, like everyday, I remember you Windham, and all that you were. We miss you and we love you and life will never be the same without you…I love you, forever.

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The Wrestling World Remembers Bray Wyatt

An innovator of the highest caliber, Wyatt created one of the most enthralling and authentic supernatural characters in wrestling history, with his only comparables being names like The Undertaker.

From the original Wyatt Family to The Fiend to his final run alongside Uncle Howdy, WWE fans had the privilege to watch a modern-day genus create immersive and layered stories inside and outside the ring.

Wyatt’s vision and passion were masterfully painted into this world like a rich tapestry, like an artist with an isle. As the man said, he strived to be “The color red in a world of black and white.”

Many others have shared their thoughts about Bray Wyatt on the anniversary of his passing. This includes former WWE superstars Matt Hardy and Top Dolla, as well as current RAW General Manager Adam Pearce:

On behalf of all of us here at SEScoops, we send our deepest and most sincere thoughts and prayers to all remembering Bray Wyatt today.

JBL Appears At GCW Homecoming During Ladder Match Main Event

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WWE Hall of Famer John ‘Bradshaw’ Layfield shocked fans by appearing for Game Changer Wrestling at the promotion’s Homecoming event. In the main event, Mance Warner retained the GCW World Heavyweight Championship in a triple-threat ladder match with former champion Joey Janela and Blake Christian.

The finish of the match saw Matt Cardona, GCW’s General Manager, try to insert himself in the match but he was taken out by 1 Called Manders. When Effy arrived to try and stop Warner from winning, JBL emerged from the crowd to take him out. Bradshaw took down Effy with a punch before delivering a duo of Clotheslines from Hell.

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With Effy disposed of, Warner was able to capture the GCW World Heavyweight Championship. Warner has held the gold since June of this year after cashing in his Do or Die contract, guaranteeing him a title match with Janela.

JBL Outside of WWE

This is just the latest promotion outside of WWE that the former WWE World Champion has appeared for. Earlier this month, JBL was at AAA TripleMania XXXII: Mexico City. JBL accompanied fellow WWE alum Nic Nemeth for his AAA Mega Championship match with Alberto El Patron.

Although his days competing are very much in the past, John ‘Bradshaw’ Layfield remains a huge name in the world of professional wrestling, as seen at GCW Homecoming. Stay tuned to SE Scoops for all the latest on JBL and where the self-professed Wrestling Gold appears next in the industry.

Mariah May & Toni Storm Brawl Ahead of AEW All In: London 2024

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Mariah May and Toni Storm haven’t waited for AEW All In: London 2024 to get their hands on one another as the pair brawled at the All In Celebration. At the Wembley Park event, May was taking part in an interview with RJ City when Toni Storm made a surprise appearance to attack the woman who’ll challenge for her AEW Women’s World Title.

The confrontation escalated quickly, with Storm even attempting to throw a stool at May before they were separated. Grabbing the mic, Storm asked if May was prepared to die and said that her life will be very different in 24 hours, after their match.

May Vs. Storm – The Story So Far

Mariah May shocked the wrestling world by turning on Toni Storm after winning the 2023 Owen Hart Women’s Foundation Tournament. Storm was left a bloody mess due to the attack the feud has only intensified since then, with Storm even going so far as to ask May if she is “ready to die.”

The pair had previously been allies on TV with May helping Storm in her efforts to remain AEW Women’s World Champion. This weekend’s match will mark May’s first time competing inside Wembley Stadium and the second for Storm who wrestled at All In 2023.

AEW All In: London 2024

AEW All In: London 2024 will take place from Wembley Stadium on August 31, and will be AEW’s second event inside Wembley Stadium. Currently, ten matches have been announced for the evening, including eight title matches. The show will begin at 5:00 pm British Standard Time, which is 1:00 pm PT.

AEW All In will not return to London in 2025, and will instead take place in Arlington, Texas, marking AEW’s first stadium event in the United States. AEW All In will return to London in 2026. Fans in the UK are expected to receive AEWxNJPW: Forbidden Door next year.

Stay tuned to SE Scoops for all the latest from AEW All In: London 2024, including breaking news and live results from tomorrow’s show.

Mercedes Mone – ‘I Feel Seen in AEW, That Hasn’t Always Been The Case’

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AEW TBS Champion Mercedes Mone feels truly seen as part of Tony Khan’s first promotion and has said that hasn’t always been the case in her career. Writing for The Independent ahead of this weekend’ AEW All In: London 2024 event, Mone spoke of the respect she is shown as an ‘All Elite’ talent.

“In WWE you have no idea what you’ll be doing week to week, but here I have space to be heard. Along with Tony Khan and with my friend and personal writer Jennifer Pepperman, there’s time to sit down and really plan out the kinds of stories we want to tell.

“I’m treated with genuine respect, and I really feel seen in a way I sometimes haven’t before. I love it so much here.”

Mone joined AEW at the Big Business: Dynamite show in March of this year, close to two years after she and Naomi walked out of WWE in May of 2022. Mone would subsequently join New Japan Pro Wrestling where she is a former IWGP Women’s Champion.

What’s To Come?

Mone will put her TBS Championship on the line at AEW All In: London 2024 against Britt Baker, a match fans have been itching to see long before Mone was ‘All Elite.’ On this week’s Dynamite, Baker addressed Mone’s past as ‘one of four’ (a nod to her role in WWE’s Four Horsewomen) while the DMD sees herself as one-of-a-kind.

AEW All In: London 2024 will take place tomorrow, August 25, from Wembley Stadium in London, England. Stay tuned to SE Scoops for all the latest on All In: London 2024, including live results.

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