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Third Name Added To AEW Injury List In A Week

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Third Name Added To AEW Injury List In A Week

Yet another name has been added to the AEW injury list.

Jay White was pulled from the upcoming Owen Hart Cup Tournament following an attack from Death Riders on the April 2 episode of Dynamite. It was later revealed that White was dealing with a hand injury that would require him to have surgery.

Former AEW International Champion Orange Cassidy was then confirmed to be sidelined with an injury as well, with no timetable for his return.

Now Fightful Select is reporting that the newest Don Callis Family member, Mark Davis, has also joined the list. He suffered the injury during his March 26 Dynamite match with Powerhouse Hobbs.

Davis had been out of action for over a year after suffering a wrist injury in October 2023, and people within AEW feel horrible for him at getting sidelined again.

The good news for the Australian star is that the latest injury is not expected to keep him out of the ring for long, and the company officials are hopeful that he’ll return to action within 4 to 8 weeks.

Mark Davis had been a part of the Aussie Open team with Kyle Fletcher since his AEW signing in 2022. Fletcher joined the Callis Family in October 2023, and Davis followed in his footsteps, joining the faction in February this year.

SEScoops wishes a speedy recovery to the AEW star.

Kenny Omega Is In Netflix’s Devil May Cry Animated Series

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Kenny Omega Is In Netflix’s Devil May Cry Animated Series

Kenny Omega is a bonafide star in the ring but now the AEW International Champion has turned his talents to voice acting. For fans who stayed around for the credits of Netflix’s new Devil May Cry animated series, they will have spotted the Cleaner’s name.

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The new show, based on the hit Manga series, has another connection to pro-wrestling outside of Omega’s involvement. The show’s theme song is Limp Bizkit’s ‘Rollin,’ a track instantly recognizable to wrestling fans as the theme of The Undertaker during his tenure as the motorcyle-riding ‘American Badass.’

Omega’s role in the show is just the next step in his Devil May Cry fandom. The AEW star has often taken inspiration from the manga series and the show’s protagonist brothers Dante and Vergil. Following his AEW International Championship win, Omega celebrated with Adi Shankar, the creator, showrunner, and story writer of the new Netflix series.

In AEW, Omega is in his first reign as International Champion and will defend against Ricochet and ‘Speedball’ Mike Bailey at Dynasty. Though the odds aren’t in the favor of Omega, a giant sword straight from Devil May Cry could prove vastly beneficial to the reigning champion.

Kenny Omega Could Be Heading Towards Big Title Unification Match

Shawn Michaels Reveals WWE Recruits’ Favorite Match to Study

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Shawn Michaels currently serves as head of WWE NXT, tutoring young talent who hope to become the next top star in pro wrestling. In a recent video shared on WWE’s YouTube channel, Michaels shared that the one match above all others recruits want to watch is his WrestleMania 25 instant classic against The Undertaker.

“When I first came here to coach, the class wanted to watch it. I think I’ve mentioned to you [The Undertaker] before. At the end of this, I was just quiet and they all looked at me. [I was] trying to explain to them all of the real-life emotion.”

Michaels said that it was after watching the match that the young wrestlers grasped that he and the Phenom think about wrestling psychology “to a different level.” Michaels suggested that appreciating the match as a talent in WWE was a much different experience to when the recruits watched the match as fans.

“I don’t think when they were fans as watching it, they felt like you and I could be that deep.”

The Undertaker would win the match, extending his WrestleMania record to 17-0. That December, Michaels would throw out the challenge for a rematch for WrestleMania 26. Once again, the Phenom got the win, not only going 18-0 at the Showcase of the Immortals, but bringing an end to Michaels’ legendary career.

Now, both men are retired and have respective roles in nurturing the talent of tomorrow. And with decades of matches between the two, the young recruits of WWE are wise to learn from this match and many others.

Tony Khan On Sting Appearing At WWE Hall of Fame 2025

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Lex Luger will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on April 18, and Lex and those close to him hope Sting will be the one to induct him. Speaking on a media call ahead of AEW Dynasty, Tony Khan played coy when asked about Sting possibly inducting Luger in Las Vegas.

“I’m not sure. I’m very focused on AEW Dynasty... The last time I talked to Sting, that didn’t come up. Would have to talk to him about that.”

Khan also spoke about his relationship with Sting, saying the pair have maintained a positive friendship for which Khan is grateful. The AEW President added that he last spoke to Sting around March’s Revolution pay-per-view, and that he’s pleased that Sting is “doing very well” in this post-in-ring chapter of his wrestling journey.

WWE is reportedly working to make an appearance from Sting happen, though with the Icon under contract with AEW, that will prove to be easier said than done. While Billy Gunn was allowed to appear in 2019, issues between WWE and AEW since then may make Khan reluctant to give one of his top stars to WWE for the night, or at least expect someone or something in return.

The WWE Hall of Fame ceremony will be a celebration of Luger’s life and career with fans eager to see the former WCW World Champion get his flowers. It remains to be seen whether Sting is the one to induct his friend, as for now, the proverbial ball is in the court of Tony Khan.

Lex Luger Marries Ahead of WWE Hall of Fame Induction

WWE NXT Alum Makes Ring of Honor Debut

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Cal Bloom’s time in WWE NXT came to an end last year but the second-generation wrestler has landed on his feet. During the April 3, 2025, edition of ROH on HonorClub, Bloom made his Ring of Honor debut in tag-team action. Bloom teamed with Deonn Rusman in a losing effort against the Gates of Agony (Bishop Kaun & Toa Liona).

Bloom was signed to WWE from 2019 to 2024, and in 2021, debuted in WWE NXT as Von Wagner. Wagner’s arrival in NXT would see an immediate push as he replaced Kyle O’Reilly in a fatal four-way for the NXT Championship but was unsuccessful. His final match would come on April 2, 2024, where he took a loss to Lexis King on WWE NXT.

It remains to be seen if Bloom’s appearance on ROH on HonorClub was a one-off or a sign of things to come for the NXT alum. As the son of WWE alum Wayne Bloom, aka Beau Beverly, wrestling is in Cal’s blood, leaving fans intrigued to see if ROH will now become his home.

Ex-WWE Wrestler Von Wagner Resurfaces in AEW

Karrion Kross Reacts To Having Only 1 Match For WWE In 2025

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Karrion Kross is not taking his current WWE status as a negative.

The former NXT Champion has found himself in a precarious position within the company after the disbandment of the Final Testament. While he has been featured on TV since the release of AOP and Paul Ellering in February, he hasn’t had any matches on flagship shows. His only match for WWE in 2025 came earlier this week when the former champion defeated Akira Tozawa during the Main Event taping from London.

While many wrestlers would not be happy with being relegated to Main Event matches, the 39-year-old is trying to stay positive. Talking about the match in a new interview with TSC Wrestling, Karrion Kross claimed that the name of the show does not matter to him:

“I know a lot of guys, not saying any names, not throwing any shade, but sometimes they feel a particular way if they’re not on the main show, and they’re on Main Event.

For me, and I know that Tozawa is the exact same way, it doesn’t matter what the name of the show is. It’s about the people that are there live, and it’s about giving them a piece of the greatest show on earth that they came to see.”

That’s The Name of The Game: Karrion Kross

The silver lining for Karrion Kross has been his involvement in various backstage segments despite not getting booked for matches. The wrestling veteran explained that being part of narratives and storylines is as important as actual matches:

“That’s the name of the game man It’s…obviously being out there in the ring in front of the audience performing is always where you wanna be for as long as possible. But you can never forget like it’s imperative to remember that it is a TV show and being involved in narratives and stories actually make the matches feel even more important.

So just like you said every week I’m on TV doing something whether it’s with Jackie or it’s a backstage with AJ or Logan or Sami or Dominik, there’s always something going on. [I’m] always happy to be able to have that.”

Nickelback Celebrates Chelsea Green’s Title Reign With Birthday Surprise

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Nickelback Celebrates Chelsea Green’s Title Reign With Birthday Surprise

Women’s U.S. Champion Chelsea Green is celebrating her 34th birthday and she just received quite the present over social media. Just one day before the big 3-4, Canadian rock band Nickelback reached out to celebrate the “longest reigning Women’s U.S. champion in WWE history.” A delighted Green took to X to share the post, calling it “the best (almost) birthday present.

Nickelback’s connection to WWE goes beyond appreciating the (by default) longest Women’s U.S. Champion of all time. Burn It to the Ground was used as the official theme song for WWE Raw from 2009 to 2012. At the 2011 Tribute to the Troops event, the band performed live, firing up the attendees, including military personnel and their family. The band’s track Edge of a Revolution was used as the theme for the Survivor Series 2014 event, a night that saw the debut of Sting.

As for Green, she plans on continuing her historic reign that first began at WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event in December 2024. As for her birthday plans, those remain a mystery though one has to predict that listening to Nickelback may now be on the agenda.

TNA World Champion Joe Hendry Injured Ahead Of PPV

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TNA World Champion Joe Hendry Injured Ahead Of PPV

Joe Hendry has proven undeniable in 2025 but now his wrestling path has hit a major obstacle. During the April 3, edition of TNA iMPACT, TNA announced that Hendry suffered a “Grade three severe sprain to his rotator cuff.” The injury happened during a brawl segment where the TNA World Champion was grabbed by Elijah.

This injury raises questions regarding Hendry’s status regarding the upcoming TNA Rebellion event. At this time, the show is set to feature Hendry defending his NXT Championship against Frankie Kazarian and WWE NXT’s Ethan Page. This will serve as Kazarian’s Call Your Shot match after winning a guaranteed title match for a time of his choosing last year. As for Page, this will be his first match in TNA in years and his second title match against Hendry after the pair battled over the NXT title in September 2024.

Hendry has been a hit of TNA Wrestling since the 2024 relaunch but his health is the priority. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on the TNA World Champion and his status for TNA Rebellion 2025.

First International Champion to be Crowned at TNA Unbreakable

First International Champion to be Crowned at TNA Unbreakable

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First International Champion to be Crowned at TNA Unbreakable

TNA Wrestling has confirmed the structure of the TNA International Championship tournament, which will culminate in the finals at TNA Unbreakable. The new title succeeds the retired Digital Media Championship, which was originally introduced in 2021.

In tribute to a classic 2005 TNA encounter, the tournament will consist of triple threat matches. The first two bouts have been announced, featuring a mix of top-tier names and breakout stars.

The opening match will see Eddie Edwards, Ace Austin, and Steve Maclin battle for a spot in the finals. The second triple threat features Zachary Wentz, JDC, and Eric Young, with the winner also advancing to the championship bout.

The tournament finals will take place live at Unbreakable on April 17 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, where the inaugural TNA International Champion will be crowned.

Charlotte Flair Redefines Strength After Divorce and Injury: ‘My Biggest Comeback Yet’

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Charlotte Flair Redefines Strength After Divorce and Injury: ‘My Biggest Comeback Yet’

When Charlotte Flair made her electrifying return to WWE and clinched a Royal Rumble victory, fans saw a wrestler reclaiming her spot at the top. What they didn’t see was the personal transformation happening behind the scenes.

During her time away from the ring, Flair was navigating a deeply personal chapter—one that included a public divorce, a knee injury, and a challenging path toward emotional recovery. Her return was more than a physical comeback; it was a turning point in her journey of self-discovery.

“It’s okay not to be okay,” she said in a recent interview. “That’s what I learned. It’s okay to take a moment, take a breather to start over.”

Known for her strength in the ring, Flair revealed the emotional toll of constantly feeling the need to fight—both professionally and personally.

“I was like the fight’s over. I have nothing to fight. This is me. This is who I am. I’m standing in my worth, and people can have their opinions.”

Flair also reflected on the impact of public scrutiny, acknowledging the emotional weight of living in the spotlight.

“For me, it’s a redemption story… everything that I have feared or been scared of or embarrassed of publicly—because everyone has an opinion, even though they don’t know the facts.”

Now, she sees that phase of her life as a breakthrough rather than a breakdown. While her wrestling accomplishments remain a key part of her legacy, Flair believes her greatest triumph came outside the ring—embracing her identity and letting go of the pressure to constantly prove herself.

What fans celebrated as a professional return, Flair considers a deeply personal victory: “My biggest comeback yet.”

Charlotte Flair Addresses Accusations of ‘Burying’ Tiffany Stratton Ahead of WrestleMania

Nikki Bella Drops Major Hint at WWE Evolution 2 Return This July

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Nikki Bella Drops Major Hint at WWE Evolution 2 Return This July

For years, fans have questioned whether WWE would ever host a second Evolution Premium Live Event and now that question has seemingly been answered. On her Nikki and Brie Show, Nikki alluded to an in-ring return for an important event coming this July. While Brie seemed confused at first, she quickly realised what the July event her sister was alluding to, but wasn’t able to say.

Though neither Nikki nor Brie mentioned the show by name, fans have deduced what show the pair were talking about. Recent reports from BodySlam.net and other have stated that a second WWE Evolution event will be taking place on July 5, fitting Nikki’s timeframe. Addressing the rumors, Charlotte Flair was all in favor of a sequel event, but stopped short of saying it will happen.

The first WWE Evolution event was held in October 2018 in Uniondale, New York and marked WWE’s first event to feature an entirely female lineup. card included title matches, the finals of the 2018 Mae Young Classic, and a Battle Royal featuring past and present WWE Superstars. The show saw Raw Women’s Champion Ronda Rousey face Nikki Bella while Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair had a highly acclaimed Last Woman Standing match for the SmackDown Women’s Championship.

Now, fans can look forward to a second WWE Evolution event, one that will celebrate WWE’s women, past, present, and future. While it remains to be seen what role Nikki and perhaps Brie will take, fans can expect the Hall of Fame duo in the ring this July.

Tony Khan Corroborates AEW-Max Report, Dynasty 2025 Media Call Recap

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Tony Khan Corroborates AEW-Max Report, Dynasty 2025 Media Call Recap

AEW President Tony Khan held a media call this afternoon to promote this weekend’s AEW Dynasty 2025 PPV. Here are the highlights:

  • Max Viewership Confirmation: Tony Khan addressed our exclusive report from veteran journalist B.J. Bethel on AEW’s viewership on the Max streaming platform, confirming that the numbers align with what he’s heard internally. He noted that AEW is among the top sports-centric programs on Max, though he doesn’t receive detailed weekly viewership data from Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), unlike Nielsen ratings for cable TV.
  • Sting and Lex Luger’s WWE Hall of Fame Induction: Khan discussed the possibility of Sting inducting Lex Luger into the WWE Hall of Fame. He mentioned speaking with Sting around AEW Revolution last month but said the topic didn’t come up. Khan emphasized his focus on AEW and stated he’d need to have a conversation with Sting if approached about it.
  • Jon Moxley’s Spike/Nail Spot: Khan highlighted the risk of a spiked bat spot involving Jon Moxley in a match, which he and Adam Copeland (Cope) decided to take. He believes it paid off, praising the toughness of Moxley, Copeland, and Swerve Strickland, with Moxley able to wrestle the following night.
  • AEW’s Hardcore Wrestling: Khan asserted that AEW has delivered the best hardcore wrestling globally over the past few years and plans to continue doing so, referencing their recent successes.
  • Bandido vs. Chris Jericho Match: Regarding a potential mask vs. title match at AEW Dynasty, Khan said there’s still time for Bandido to respond to Chris Jericho’s challenge. He noted the match hasn’t been confirmed for “good reasons” and emphasized prioritizing wrestlers’ well-being, stating Bandido will answer when the time is right.
  • Athena’s AEW TV Presence: Khan indicated that Athena’s increased appearances on AEW TV hinge on the outcome of an upcoming tournament.
  • AEW Collision’s Timeslot: Khan expressed satisfaction with Collision’s current Saturday night slot, citing beneficial lead-in opportunities. However, when asked about potentially moving Collision if the NBA/WBD contract expires, he said he’s open to adjustments based on WBD’s preferences.
  • Fan Feedback and Death Riders Angle: Addressing fan reactions, including “tarping off” angles like the Death Riders, Khan explained that he tracks viewership, engagement patterns, and sentiment. He values fan feedback, recognizing it can be fair or polarizing, and balances it with data from WBD and Nielsen to make decisions, noting that AEW’s sentiment is currently at its best in a while.
  • Intergender Wrestling: Khan commented on a recent mixed tag segment on AEW Dynamite, stating that mixed tags occur when they make sense story-wise, like the mixed tornado tag from the previous night. Historically, Khan has been opposed to intergender wrestling, but he’s open to it in specific contexts.
  • International TV Deals and Growth: When asked by Dave Meltzer about imminent TV deals, Khan revealed he’s working on “big international TV deals” but couldn’t announce specifics yet. He highlighted AEW’s growth in 2025, noting double-digit year-over-year increases for Dynamite and Collision in England.

Charlotte Flair Opens Up On Andrade Divorce

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Charlotte Flair Opens Up On Andrade Divorce

In late 2024, Charlotte Flair divorced from Andrade, ending a wrestling power-couple that began in 2019 and married three years later. Speaking to Sherri Shepherd to promote WrestleMania 41, Flair couldn’t help but see her split from Andrade as a failure.

“I felt like I was failing at my job. I felt like I was failing in my personal life and the embarrassment of being divorced again and then being compared to my father.”

Though news of their divorce broke in February 205, a judge finalized the split in October of last year. The pair had been able to keep their divorce secret for months and if Flair had her way, it never would’ve reached the public.

“When I made the decision to file for divorce, the only thing I kept thinking was I just didn’t want anyone to know.”

“I was able to keep the divorce a secret until I came back won the Royal Rumble… and then boom everything hits the media and I was everything that I had been scared of hit that day and I was like the fight’s over I have nothing to fight this is me this is who I am I’m standing in my worth and people can have their opinions.”

Flair struggled to fight back tears as she spoke to Shepherd about splitting with Andrade, her third divorce in just over a decade. The two-time Women’s Royal Rumble winner shared her heartbreaking reaction after filing for divorce, telling herself “I have failed again.”

News of the couple’s divorce going public would throw Flair back into a dark place mere days after her historic Royal Rumble victory. Since then, however, Flair has worked hard, both in and out of the ring and proudly declared that she is on “my biggest comeback yet.”

Flair will challenge WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton at WrestleMania, where she intends to add another title reign to her name. While she continues to work through the emotions of her divorce Flair remains dedicated to her craft in the ring.

Charlotte Flair Addresses Accusations of ‘Burying’ Tiffany Stratton Ahead of WrestleMania

Saraya Reveals WWE’s Strict Control Over Talent During McMahon Era

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On her Rulebreakers podcast, former WWE Superstar Saraya opened up about the control the company had over her. Even the most simple of acts required WWE’s approval in an example of the strict policies that dictated even the most personal aspects of wrestlers’ appearances and lives.

“If I wanted to get a tattoo, my boobs done, or even cut my hair, I had to ask permission from WWE.”

The first-ever NXT Women’s Champion quickly clarified that these restrictive policies were primarily enforced during Vince McMahon’s leadership era, noting that “things are different now under Triple H’s regime.” McMahon left WWE for the second time in January 2024, seemingly for good, following Janel Grant’s lawsuit against him, John Laurinaitis, and WWE, being filed.

One of McMahon’s final acts prior to his first resignation in 2022 was to opt not to renew Saraya’s contract. After his exit, Triple H attempted to re-sign the then-Paige, the British star would sign with AEW. The company has been lauded by many for offering a more laid-back attitude, giving talent a greater freedom to make their own choices.

Saraya’s comments reflect broader conversations happening throughout the wrestling industry as fans are more aware of the personal lives of talent than ever before. With competiton between WWE and AEW fierce, fans can expect the former to relax some of its controlling policies, to avoid scaring off talent to their ‘Elite’ competition.

Saraya: I’m Coming To The End Very Soon

Asuka Is Living For Stephanie Vaquer Naming Pet Cat After Her

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Asuka Is Living For Stephanie Vaquer Naming Pet Cat After Her

As a veteran of the wrestling industry, Asuka serves as an inspiration to countless wrestlers who’ve followed in her footsteps. On Busted Open Radio, Stephanie Vaquer shared that not only is Asuka an inspiration to her in the ring, but also when it comes to naming pets.

“Her name is Asuka. My cat’s name is Asuka… I am a big fan. When I adopted my Cat, I say ‘Oh you are so cute!’ So I gave her asuka’s name.”

When asked if Asuka (the human) knows of Asuka (the feline) Vaquer said her fellow NXT Women’s Champion did not know. Well now, the Empress of Tomorrow has found out and was touched by Vaquer’s pet-naming gesture.

Ironically, Asuka (the wrestler) also got her name from being inspired by somebody else. Upon joining WWE in 2015, the then-Kana took on the Asuka name, inspired by the Joshi wrestling legend ‘Lioness Asuka.’

Asuka has been out of action since May of 2024 due to a serious knee injury. While ideas for her return were discussed in January 2025, fans have yet to see the Grand Slam Champion back in the ring. Though it remains unclear when Asuka will return to the ring, she’ll hopefully be able to spend of her time outside of the squared circle meeting her feline counterpart.

Orange Cassidy Sidelined With An Injury

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The injury bug has taken down another AEW star, Orange Cassidy.

Fightful reported today that the former AEW International Champion has been sidelined with an injury. The early indication, based on people in the company, is that Cassidy possibly tore his pectoral muscle.

His last match was two weeks ago against Ricochet and Speedball Mike Bailey. Also, a clear timetable for his return is not known. As of this writing, it’s unclear whether there are any plans for him to get surgery.

Cassidy has yet to comment publicly on the injury nor has AEW. Cassidy has been a fan-favorite since his arrivial in the promotion, winning over fans with his unique gimmick.

His last championship match came a few months ago as in Febuary on an episode of Dynamite, Cassidy defeated Roderick Strong to earn a shot at the International Championship against Konosuke Takeshita. However, a week later, he came up short in trying to win the title.

We wish Cassidy the best in his recovery.

‘The Symbols Led Me to You’: Saraya Shares Her Most Disturbing Fan Stories

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‘The Symbols Led Me to You’: Saraya Shares Her Most Disturbing Fan Stories

For some, making it in wrestling allows them to travel the world, making connections with countless fans. Unfortunately, a downside of this international fame is that talent, often women, are subject to harrassment and even worse from those who take things too far.

On her Rulebreakers podcast, WWE/AEW alum Saraya opened up about the frightening encounters she has faced. One fan was able to track down Saraya’s private residence, leaving the wrestler fearing that something awful was about to happen.

“This guy came to my house saying, ‘The symbols led me to you.’ I called the cops, but they couldn’t do anything because he didn’t physically touch me.”

Saraya shared that “Women in WWE deal with this all the time,” adding that it’s “terrifying” for the victims of stalking. Further reflecting on her own ordeals, Saraya constantly feared that anybody she met could be a problem.

“At the height of my wrestling career, it felt like creepy men were popping up everywhere.”

Saraya’s candid discussion demonstrates the need for greater protective measures for performers, especially women who are often the victims of stalkers. It wasn’t too long ago that Sonya Deville was the victim of an attempted kidnapping, a matter that Deville would take months off to recover from. On the podcast, Saraya referenced WWE’s support for Sonya Deville during a serious stalking incident, but suggested more comprehensive approaches are needed industry-wide.

As wrestling continues to gain mainstream popularity and social media blurs the lines between performers and fans, addressing these safety concerns becomes increasingly urgent for promotions seeking to protect their talent.

Saraya’s Take on Why Some Wrestlers Choose AEW Over WWE

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The professional wrestling landscape has undergone significant changes in recent years, with All Elite Wrestling (AEW) providing the most serious competition to WWE’s decades-long market dominance. Saraya knows all about the inner workings of WWE and AEW and believes one factor stands tall in coaxing talent to be ‘All Elite’: creative freedom.

“A lot of people go to AEW because there’s more freedom compared to WWE. It’s one of the reasons I made the switch.”

While WWE for years has been known for its strict image control where everything from hairstyles to tattoos are debated, AEW’s more relaxed attitude is a refreshing alternative. Since arriving on the scene in 2019, AEW has fundamentally altered the power dynamic in professional wrestling, giving talent more leverage and options outside of WWE.

As competition between promotions intensifies, WWE has changed its own stance on various factors, whether by choice or to keep-up with the appeal of AEW to promising talent. On the podcast, Saraya noted that WWE’s policies have already evolved under Paul “Triple H” Levesque’s leadership compared to the Vince McMahon era, suggesting that market competition may be driving positive changes for talent across the board.

For wrestling fans, this competition between WWE and AEW continues to deliver exciting weekly programming as well as well as better treatment of talent. With promotions willing to offer the very best and talent ready to give their very best, this creative tension may well produce a new golden era for professional wrestling entertainment.

Saraya Confirms Her Wrestling Career Isn’t Over

Saraya Recalls a Mortifying Experience Involving Her Father

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Saraya Recalls a Mortifying Experience Involving Her Father

A person’s first time is a special thing, though it can also be very nervewracking. While there’s countless people who may have horror stories about the first time they had sex, none can compare to former WWE/AEW star Saraya.

On her Rulebreakers podcast, Saraya and her guest Kail Lowry discussed their early romances. Sarays shocked Lowry when recalling the first time she touched a male organ, and how she decided to immortalize this moment in her life.

“I drew a picture of it, in my scrapbook. Yeah, in the scrapbook. And my dad found it!”

Lowry was stunned at this revelation while Saraya admitted to being mortified at the time. When asked if she’s spoken to the ‘inspiration’ of her drawing, the British wrestler admitted so. Not only are the pair still in touch, but “He’s the f***in’ godfather to one of my nephews!”

Saraya’s candidness has come to represent her new podcast, proving that very few, if any topics, are off limits to the former WWE Divas Champion. Fans can expect plenty more from Saraya and her life both in and outside of the squared circle.

Saraya Reveals Acting Goals, Major Role In The Works

Vince McMahon Never Liked Rusev Day, Says Former WWE Star

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Vince McMahon Never Liked Rusev Day, Says Former WWE Star

Rusev Day may have been a hit with fans but that didn’t save the Bulgarian from being released in 2020 during the latter years of the Vince McMahon regime. In a revealing interview with Steve Fall for Ten Count Wrestling, Aiden English addressed why McMahon never took to the Rusev Day phenomenon.

“He views you in one way and it’s very hard to change that view. He liked Rusev a lot as the Bulgarian brute, the big bruting foreign bad guy.”

With his mind set on Rusev as a destroyer, the idea of the fun, oft-comedic Rusev Day character did nothing for the former WWE Chairman. Even with merchandise flying off the shelves featuring Rusev Day, the billionaire boss couldn’t be convinced that anyone liked the gimmick.

“Vince legitimately thought they’re just making fun of you… they’re just mocking you by doing your little chant.”

Though the angle started with Rusev as a heel, the fan’s love for Rusev Day slowly turned the character into a babyface. This turn wasn’t easy, as after matches where he and Rusev teased babyface tendencies, they’d get in trouble backstage.

“[We’d] get back and kind of get yelled at like ‘you’re not a babyface, you’re a heel.'”

McMahon’s frosty reception to the popular angle demonstrated the belief many had that Vince had lost touch with what WWE fans wanted to see. With reports of Rusev re-signing with WWE, Rusev Day may soon return with no McMahon in sight to spoil the party.

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Charlotte Flair Addresses Accusations of ‘Burying’ Tiffany Stratton Ahead of WrestleMania

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Charlotte Flair Addresses Accusations of ‘Burying’ Tiffany Stratton Ahead of WrestleMania

Charlotte Flair has responded to accusations that she attempted to “bury” WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton during their recent split-screen promo on SmackDown.

The segment, which aired on March 21, 2025, sparked controversy when Flair appeared to improvise lines that Stratton wasn’t prepared to respond to, creating an awkward exchange that left the champion looking outmatched.

In a recent interview with Alex McCarthy for Daily Mail, Flair rejected the notion that she was trying to teach Stratton a lesson, instead framing the interaction as her simply performing at the level expected of someone of her caliber.

“It’s great that you said ‘teach her a lesson’ – I did not look at it as a lesson. I looked at it as I am Charlotte Flair. Do you want me to be less than? This is what you wanted, right? This is who you want to be like, this is your idol,” Flair explained.

Looking Toward WrestleMania 41

Flair, who earned her championship opportunity by winning the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble in her return from injury, expressed confidence heading into her WrestleMania match against Stratton.

“This is a similar situation. I am going to be as good as everyone thinks I am, and now I feel like I’m even that much better because 2024 did kick my ass and it did give me the clarity and it did light the spark, like no, my career is on my time and I’m coming for everything. I’ve done my homework,” Flair stated.

The second-generation superstar concluded with a confident declaration about the upcoming event:

“WrestleMania is the easy part for me. WrestleMania is my domain.”

Charlotte Flair will challenge Tiffany Stratton for the WWE Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 41 this weekend, though which night the match will take place has not yet been confirmed.

Bella Twins Take Over Vegas: Inside Their Busy WrestleMania Weekend Plans

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Bella Twins Take Over Vegas: Inside Their Busy WrestleMania Weekend Plans

The Bella Twins are headed to Vegas later this month and they’ve got a lot lined up for wrestling’s biggest weekend of the year.

On their latest podcast episode, Nikki and Brie Garcia revealed their extensive plans for the upcoming WrestleMania weekend in Las Vegas from April 18-21, 2025.

WrestleMania Weekend Plans

  • Nikki and Brie will attend WrestleMania weekend in Las Vegas (April 18-21, 2025)
  • They’ll record their podcast from SiriusXM studios at the Wynn Hotel on Friday (10am-12pm PST)
  • WWE star Natalya “Nattie” Neidhart will join as a guest to discuss her new book
  • Their first-ever live YouTube show will stream Saturday at 11am PST in partnership with Xfinity

Bonita Bonita Wine Appearances

  • Their wine brand will be available at multiple Las Vegas venues:
    • Old Red (Friday night)
    • Hooters (Saturday late afternoon)
    • Flankers at Mandalay Bay (throughout the weekend)

Wrestling Career Mentions

  • Brie joked she’s “out here grappling the grapes while Nikki’s looking grappling the girls”
  • Nikki referenced a potential “comeback” as Nikki Bella among her career aspirations
  • They reminisced about earning only $500 a week before taxes in their early wrestling days

Total Divas & Total Bellas

  • They’re creating a “busted brackets” Instagram game for fans to vote on favorite unscripted TV shows
  • The twins expressed interest in a potential reunion special with the original Total Divas cast
  • Former castmate Naomi (Trinity Fatu) will join them in Las Vegas along with Natalya
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Cody Rhodes Pushes for Brother Dustin’s WWE Hall of Fame Induction

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Dustin Rhodes forged his career for years in WWE as the bizarre Goldust, but is he a Hall of Famer in waiting? Speaking to FOX News, Cody Rhodes made the case for his brother’s induction.

 “He’s extremely talented… I’d like to see that not just because I believe he deserves it, which he does, but I’d love to see the family just more added.“

Rhodes acknowledged that fans and wrestlers alike may have different takes on the WWE Hall of Fame, but it has always meant a lot to him and his family. Describing it as “the thing,” Rhodes put the induction as an honor on par with championship gold.

Cody Rhodes’ first significant appearance for WWE came in 2007 where he and Dustin inducted their father Dusty on the eve of WrestleMania 23. Now, Cody is ready to see his father and brother reunited as WWE Hall of Famers.

“My dad going in was such a huge deal. So, I’d love to see him joined by my brother.”

There are obstacles that could black Dustin being inducted, the biggest being that he is currently part of WWE’s chief-rival, AEW. With that said, Tony Khan agreed for Billy Gunn to be inducted as part of DX in 2019, shortly after AEW was announced.

Whether Dustin receives his ring while part of AEW or after his time being ‘All-Elite’ is up, plenty believe the honor would be rightly-deserved. As for Cody, he continues to lead WWE as Undisputed WWE Champion, forging a WWE Hall of Fame-worthy path of his own.

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‘Maybe I’ve Done This For Too Long’ – WWE Star Teases Move After 20-Year Career

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For wrestlers, making a living in the ring is a dream come true but ultimately, ever competitor will have to retire. On X, WWE Raw’s Akira Tozawa hinted that his time may be coming to an end as he reflected on two decades of being in the business.

Tozawa’s post spawned a flurry of responses from fans, many encouraging the WWE Superstar to not give up. One fan shared their hope for Tozawa to face AJ Styles in a WWE ring, while another hoped to see Tozawa compete for Dragon Gate over WWE WrestleMania week in Las Vegas.

Tozawa began his wrestling journey in 2005 with Dragon Gate, where he won multiple championships and established himself as a major star. In 2020, he arrived in the United States and joined WWE in 2016 as part of the Cruiserweight Classic. Today, Tozawa serves as one-third of Alpha Academy alongside Otis and Maxxine Dupri.

With 20 years in the business and a successful career behind him, it is hardly a surprise that Tozawa is at least reflecting on the idea of life after the squared circle. Whether he transitions into a coaching role or moves on from the industry entirely, his contributions to professional wrestling remain significant.

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B-Fab Calls Out Naomi In A Fiery Promo: ‘You Exchanged Your Pain for Pride’

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B-Fab Calls Out Naomi In A Fiery Promo: ‘You Exchanged Your Pain for Pride’

B-Fab is all fired up and issued a warning to Naomi ahead of their grudge match on this week’s edition of WWE SmackDown.

Naomi recently embraced her darker side and revealed that she was the attacker of Jade Cargill. Well, she has gone berserk and wanted to send a statement on last week’s WWE SmackDown. Ahead of Michin’s match against Charlotte Flair, Naomi came out and brutally attacked B-Fab and Michin. However, she ran away when Jade Cargill showed up.

B-Fab has now posted a video clip on Instagram in which she called out Naomi. The former Hit Row member said that Naomi inspired her to be in the business and it’s commendable how far her rival has come. However, Naomi’s actions against Jade Cargill hurt her. Here is what she said (transcribed by SEScoops):

“You’ve always done the right thing. Always. That’s exactly why we looked up to you. You’re the reason why I wanted to be in this business. You inspired more than just one if you didn’t know. Everybody who told me I’ll be nothing in this business that I couldn’t make it, I ignored it all and I looked at you Naomi. I saw you scratching claw for a little piece that they gave you but I knew that one day you would overcome and you showed us all when you became Women’s Champion. But when we heard what happened to Jade we were all sad. But when
you came out and confessed in that ring that you were the one who did it? We were all hurt, especially me. You exchanged your pain for pride and on top of it all you wanted to be justified. See this Friday when I’m in a ring with you I won’t be in the ring with the glow that we once knew. Nah. I’m gonna be locked in and I’m gonna do what’s right even if that means pretending that I don’t know you. It’s gonna hurt me but it’s all good because you know why that’s just how it be. See you on Friday.”

Earlier this week, Naomi had even reposted a video clip on X in which she was choking. The former Women’s Champion even warned B-Fab, saying she won’t release the chokehold next time they square off.

The rivalry between Naomi and Jade Cargill is boiling. The former even ruined Cargill’s in ring return against Liv Morgan, marking her first loss in a singles battle. Not only that, she even took out Cargill following the match. It is now a matter of time when Cargill and Naomi go face to face inside the ring.

If you use any quote from this article, please credit SEScoops for transcription

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