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Thunderbolt Patterson Added to WWE Hall of Fame’s Class of 2024

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Thunderbolt Patterson, an influential though often overlooked name in wrestling, will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on the eve of WrestleMania 40. He will be inducted on Friday, April 5, following that evening’s episode of WWE SmackDown. 

Patterson began his wrestling career by moving to Texas and working with Dory Funk Sr. (father of WWE Hall of Famers Dory Funk Jr. and Terry Funk.) His dedication to wrestling saw him move far from his home in Iowa.

Patterson immediately captivated audiences with his interviews that featured a delivery reminiscent of Black Southern church pastors. It was this charisma that his contemporary Virgil Runnels would take inspiration from, transforming the son of a plumber into the ‘American Dream’ Dusty Rhodes. 

In the ring, Patterson faced legends including Bruiser Brody and WWE Hall of Famer The Sheik. He was also an accomplished tag-team wrestler and was an ally of the late Ole Anderson. The two would eventually split and their brutal rivalry would serve as a catalyst for the launch of the legendary Four Horseman. 

Behind the scenes, Patterson was vocal about supporting his fellow wrestlers and ensuring fair treatment. He spoke openly about ensuring the health and safety for wrestlers and was also vocal against racial discrimination in the industry. 

WWE Hall of Fame 2024

Thunderbolt Patterson is the fifth name confirmed for this year’s class of the WWE Hall of Fame.

Earlier this month, Paul Heyman was announced as an inductee after turning down the honor in the past. More recently, Bull Nakano was announced as a WWE Hall of Fame inductee. The Japanese star is a former WWE Women’s Champion and is currently the commissioner for the all-women’s Sukeban promotion. 

The US Express will be inducted this year, the only tag team to have received the nod so far. Boxing icon Muhammad Ali will be posthumously inducted on April 5. 

Daily Drop (3/13): John Cena WrestleMania Update, Another AEW Debut

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Welcome to SEScoops: the Daily Drop, your go-to for the latest news and rumors in wrestling for Wednesday, March 13. A lot of things changed in the past 24 hours, so let’s take a look.

Days until WrestleMania 40: 24

Tonight is AEW Dynamite Big Business, and AEW fans are expecting Mercedes Mone’s debut for the company. That being said, expect updates as we get closer to the big Boston show, and afterward.

WWE:

– John Cena is not locked in for WrestleMania 40 yet. I was told that they are still working on him. For what it’s worth, James Gunn said that Peacemaker season 2 is slated for the summer, so that probably won’t affect Mania. We will have to see what they can work out.

– WWE confirmed that SummerSlam 2024 is coming to Cleveland on August 3rd at the Cleveland Browns Stadium.

– The March 11th episode of Monday Night RAW attracted 1.751 million viewers, showing growth from the previous week’s viewership of 1,649,000. Additionally, this week’s show achieved a 0.56 rating in the highly coveted 18-49 demographic, up from last week’s rating of 0.54.

– While making the big SummerSlam announcement, Logan Paul also said that Dave Chappelle, and so many more, will be at the biggest party of the summer in Cleveland. 

– Trick Williams seemingly confirmed his relationship with Lash Legend during WWE NXT this week in a very public way.

– KSI strangely called himself the Next Shane McMahon. So, take that for what it’s worth.

– Odds are, Gigi Dolin’s character on WWE NXT is about to go through a bit of a change.

– John Cena said he is retiring from in-ring competition at 50-years-old.

WWE NXT 2024 Stand & Deliver Card (So Far):

  • Ilja Dragunov (c) vs. Tony D’Angelo – Singles match for the NXT Championship
  • Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker (c) vs. Tournament Winners – Tag team match for the NXT Tag Team Championship
  • Carmelo Hayes vs Trick Williams

AEW:

– As expected, Mercedes Mone has arrived in Boston ahead of AEW Dynamite this week.

– Shelton Benjamin reacted to the reports that he’s talking to AEW. He didn’t say no, but he also didn’t 100% confirm it. Odds are, the former Hurt Business member will find his way to the Land of All Elite.

– CJ Perry said that social media has really been getting her down since the Miro split.

– AEW star Buddy Matthews was shown during WWE RAW alongside Rhea Ripley at UFC 299. They did not name him, but Pat McAfee did ask who Ripley was with. Michael Cole just carried on with the show instead of addressing the former WWE Superstar in the photo.

– During SXSW, Bryan Danielson made it clear that he doesn’t want to win the AEW World Title. He said, ”I’ve had some people ask me or say things to me like, ‘Oh Bryan, you should be champion or you should’ve been champion’ or you should’ve this or you should’ve that and the reality is to me, no, the champions that we’ve had have been great. Hangman (Adam Page) was a great champion, MJF was a great champion and it elevated these younger people to where now these people are stars and you put Hangman on TV now and he draws a rating. You put MJF on TV, he draws a rating. It would be easy to just take stars of the past and make them your champion and make them your top guy. That’s the easy way. It’s much harder to take somebody like MJF who hadn’t been on national television and turn him into a star that draws ratings… That was my bigger goal is to transfer stardom from one generation to another.”

– Sting’s first post-AEW retirement appearance will go down at Galaxy Con on March 16th,

AEW Dynamite Big Business 3/13 Card:

  • AEW World Championship: Samoa Joe (c) vs. Wardlow
  • The New Elite vs. Pac, Penta, and Eddie Kingston
  • Darby Allin vs. Jay White
  • Chris Jericho and Hook vs Gates of Agony
  • Willow Nightingale vs. Riho, marking
  • Mercedes Mone’s Expected AEW Debut in Boston

Upcoming Major Pro Wrestling Events:

  • AEW Dynamite: Big Business will be hosted at Boston’s TD Garden on March 13th.
  • WWE NXT Stand & Deliver is slated for the afternoon of April 6th, just before the start of WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia.
  • WrestleMania XL is set to take place on April 6th and 7th at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as a two-part event.
  • AEW is coming to St. Louis, MO with AEW: Dynasty LIVE on PPV on Sunday, April 21st at Chaifetz Arena
  • Backlash France is scheduled for May 4th at LDLC Arena in Décines-Charpieu, France.
  • WWE NXT Battleground is booked for May 26th at Enmarket Arena in Savannah, Georgia, exclusively available on the WWE Network and Peacock.
  • WWE Money in the Bank will be held on July 6th at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, followed by WWE NXT Heatwave on July 7th at the same venue.
  • WWE SummerSlam is taking over Cleveland’s Cleveland Browns Stadium on August 3rd.
  • WWE Bash In Berlin is marked for August 31st at Mercedes-Benz Arena in Berlin, Germany.

Alexa Bliss Responds To A Fan Asking Her Thoughts On Mercedes Mone

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WWE star Alexa Bliss was recently asked about Mercedes Mone (formerly Sasha Banks in WWE) and ‘The Goddess’ had nothing but praise for the former NJPW star.

Alexa Bliss and former IWGP Women’s Champion Mercedes Mone have a fair share of history and their rivalry stemmed from their days in NXT. The duo have presented several memorable matches and their rivalry remains to be one of the best chapters in the company. Going back and forth on multiple occasions, Mercedes Mone has certainly earned Bliss’ respect.

Alexa Bliss recently held a Q&A session on Twitter/X and she was asked about her former rival in WWE, Mercedes Mone, who departed WWE in 2022 due to issues with the creative team.

Alexa Bliss comments on Mercedes Mone

One of the fans asked Alexa Bliss to share her thoughts on the former Sasha Banks and she responded with a two-worded answer. 

Here is what Alexa Bliss said:

“Very talented”

Mercedes Mone has been the talk of the town ahead of the highly expected debut in AEW tonight. Last month, AEW President Tony Khan had announced that on March 13, AEW Dynamite will take place at the TD Garden in Boston, MA. Fans have since speculated that the location and the show’s name being dubbed “Big Business” could mean that Mercedes Mone will make her debut at the show.

Fans are eagerly waiting for tonight’s ‘Big Business’ edition of AEW Dynamite and we will have to wait and see how it goes down in her hometown.

Ex-WWE Star Cinta de Oro Felt “Naked” After Being Forced to Unmask in 2011

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Cinta de Oro was no fan of being forced to unmask in 2011 and has admitted that he felt ‘naked’ when said unmasking happened in WWE. 

De Oro is known for his WWE run as Sin Cara, but he was the second Superstar to don the mask and name. De Oro became Sin Cara after the original man behind the mask, known as Mistico in CMLL, was suspended for 30 days for violating WWE’s Wellness Policy. 

Feeling Naked

Later that same year, the first Sin Cara confronted de Oro’s imposter version, with the pair being dubbed Sin Cara Azul (Mistico) and Sin Cara Negro (de Oro.) This feud culminated with a Mask Vs. Mask match on a Mexico City edition of SmackDown in which de Oro lost.

Sitting down with Sportskeeda’s Wrestle Binge podcast, de Oro recalled being told of his unmasking and how upset he was at the time. 

“I was very devastated because I had never wrestled without a mask in my career… Without a mask, I felt like I was naked. I didn’t feel it was me.”

Time as a Lucha Dragon

Ironically, Cinta de Oro would re-mask years later after the original Sin Cara was released by WWE but the promotion wanted to keep the character going. By 2014, he was part of the Lucha Dragons and would capture the NXT Tag Team Championships with Kalisto that same year. In the interview though, de Oro shared his honest take on being a Lucha Dragon. 

“I used to hate when they would tell me to do this (mimics Lucha chants). I felt like I was a cheerleader… But then as the crowd started loving it, then you become part of it.”

Eventually, de Oro’s time with WWE would come to an end in 2019 after he asked for his release. That same year, he would return to Mexico to compete for AAA. 

“That’s A Wrestler!” Booker T Praises John Cena’s ‘Nude’ Oscars Stunt in the Name of Entertainment

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John Cena proved the lengths he’ll go to entertain with his viral appearance the 2024 Oscars, according to his friend and former rival Booker T. 

At this year’s Academy Awards, Cena was on-hand to present the award for ‘Best Costume’ alongside Jimmy Kimmel. In a throwback to the 1974 ceremony that saw a streaker interrupt a speech by David Niven, Cena appeared in the ‘nude’ and covered his unmentionables with a large envelope. 

Of course, Cena wasn’t actually nude at the Oscars, despite what some may believe. Backstage photos have revealed he wore skin-colored trunks to give the illusion of nudity. 

John Cena at the Oscars

Cena’s performance at the Oscars immediately went viral with people from both in and out of wrestling weighing in. Addressing what happened in Tinseltown during the latest episode of his Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T said it demonstrated how willing John is to entertain. 

“That was risky, but it just goes to show you how far we have come and how far John is willing to go to entertain. That’s all. That’s all it is. That’s a wrestler, doing something like that. Wrestlers gonna put themselves out there.”

What’s Next? 

John is hoping to appear (clothed no less!) at WrestleMania 40 when the Showcase of the Immortals comes to Philadelphia, PA next month. The show will be the fifth-annual two-night WrestleMania, a tradition which began thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. As of right now, there have not been any publicly confirmed plans for the 16-time WWE World Champion. 

H/T – Fightful

Buff Bagwell: The Biggest Takeaways from Dark Side of the Ring Spotlight on WCW Alum

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The latest episode of Dark Side of the Ring that focused on the life of Marcus ‘Buff’ Bagwell proved to be quite the spotlight on the infamous WCW star.

Here are just some of the many interesting talking points from the latest Dark Side of the Ring. 

Buff Loves His Family

Right from the start, we get a sense of Buff’s love for his family, which is paid for in kind. The episode opens with Bagwell in his mother’s office that is filled with pictures and magazine covers of his wrestling career. Bagwell makes clear that his success comes down to the late Judy Bagwell and her drive. 

Bagwell adds that from a young age, his family saw big things in him. It is mentioned that there was wrestling on TV growing up by there was never an inkling of getting into the business. 

Buff’s Father’s Parenting

Buff isn’t the only notable Bagwell as his father Steve was a famous drag racer and self-made millionaire. Steve was the more calmer of the Bagwell parents but really lost it if he lost his cool. Former WCW and TNA referee, Mark “Slick” Johnson recalls a time when Steve lost a bet and fired a machine gun on a bunch of geese in anger. Steve confirms the story is true. 

Another example of Steve’s parenting saw him hand out bags of cocaine to his son and his friends and would tell them “Have fun tonight but stay out of trouble.” The rationale was that if his son was going to get drugs, he’d rather he get them from a trusted source. 

Buff and the NWO

Buff says he didn’t need to be asked twice about joining the NWO. He said his time in the faction changed his career and he was thrilled to be in the ring with such talent. 

Buff on Monday Night Raw

After WCW’s collapse, Bagwell was signed to WWE in 2001 but after a critically panned match on Raw against Booker T, he was let go shortly after. Buff says he didn’t think the match was bad, but it wasn’t a barn-burner five-star classic either. Addressing being fired within days of the match. He said: 

“I had a horrible match? So What? I am Buff Bagwell….why would you get fired over a bad match?”

Losing His Mom & Getting Clean

In November 2021, Judy Bagwell passed away after a battle with Alzheimer’s. This is the most difficult loss in Buff’s live and Steve breaks down talking about his wife. Steve recalls her final moments in which Judy fell into a state where she could not wake up and Steve spent over an hour trying to get her to wake. Buff says everyone says their mom is the best but he knows his was the best. 

Judy’s death is seen as a wake-up call to Buff, who’s issues with substances is addressed multiple times in the episode. Buff talks about working to get sober after his niece made clear that he had to or the family would leave him. Buff shares his gratitude to ‘Diamond’ Dallas Page for all his work. 

Feeling the Love

Buff’s ex-wives, Judy (not his mom) and Tonya say they still love and support him and that he has a great support network. Eric Bischoff adds that Buff is a lovable guy and that’s why his ex-wives still love him, and that’s he loves him. Steve says he’s most proud of Buff for working on staying sober and  Tonya concludes by saying she’s rooting for him. 

Special thanks to 411 Mania for assistance with this report.

The Next Shane McMahon? KSI Ready to Do Much More After RKO from Randy Orton

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KSI may have been left aching after appearing on last week’s SmackDown, but that won’t stop him from getting back on WWE programming. 

During last week’s episode of SmackDown, Logan Paul and KSI announced that PRIME Energy will sponsor the ring mat of all WWE premium live events. This unprecedented move in WWE will begin with next month’s WrestleMania 40 event in Philadelphia, PA. 

The PRIME Energy co-founders were interrupted by Randy Orton, who many expect will challenge the U.S. Champion at WrestleMania. While Paul escaped the RKO attempt, KSI was less lucky and was hit with the move before being dragged onto the PRIME logo. 

KSI Ready to Return to WWE

On the most recent edition of the ImPaulsive podcast, KSI spoke about taking the RKO from WWE’s Legend Killer. 

“Honestly, one of the best things I’ve ever done in my life… My nose is smushed, my lip got cut up. The inside of my lip is destroyed from my teeth slamming into his bicep.”

KSI was certainly hurting after his run-in with Randy Orton but is hoping to do much more as part of WWE programming. 

 “I like to see myself as the Shane McMahon of WWE. I don’t mind getting a Stone Cold Stunner. I just want one suplex.”

KSI in WWE

KSI’s unfortunate appearance on SmackDown is not the only time he was left hurting at a WWE event. At WrestleMania 39, KSI, dressed as a PRIME bottle, attempted to help Logan Paul during his match with Seth Rollins. Things backfired when Rollins would pull KSI onto the announce table and Paul, who had lept from the top turnbuckle when Seth had been prone, crashed into his friend and business partner. 

After that appearance, KSI teased challenging Bobby Lashley, which earned a response from the All Mighty former WWE Champion. KSI’s involvement in WWE is somewhat ironic, given that early into his YouTube career, his WWE video game playthroughs proved some of his most popular content. 

H/T – Fightful

Boss Time! Mercedes Mone Flaunts ‘Bosston’ Arrival Ahead of AEW Big Business

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Tonight’s AEW Dynamite is expected to mark the debut of Mercedes Mone, and the ex-Superstar is hardly being subtle with her imminent arrival. 

From the moment AEW announced its ‘Big Business’ edition of Dynamite, there had been speculation that Mone would be joining the company. That same month, it was reported that Mone had been signed to the company and had been on the company’s payroll for some time. Mone has not publicly commented on reports that she has already signed with AEW. 

Mercedes Mone is In ‘Bosston’ 

Many see Mone’s debut on tonight’s edition of AEW Dynamite as a foregone conclusion, and her most recent social media post certainly adds credence to the idea that she’ll appear on the show.

Taking to social media, Mone shared a photo from her flight to make clear she’s arrived in her hometown on Boston, MA, where tonight’s Dynamite will take place. If this wasn’t clear enough, Mone refers to ‘Beantown’ as ‘Bosston’ which is how the city is referred to on promotional material for the Big Business Dynamite. 

Update: Wednesday afternoon, with five hours until Dynamite, Mone kept the hype going:

AEW Dynamite Preview:

Here our preview for tonight’s AEW Dynamite: Big Business special live from Boston’d TD Garden:

What’s Next for Mercedes Mone? 

Should Mone debut for Dynamite tonight as expected, there’s no shortage of talented women she can step in the ring with. Some have speculated that a feud with Saraya could happen given their history. It was a move from Mone (Sasha Banks) at the time, that led to Saraya (Paige) being forced to retire from wrestling due to a neck injury. The Brit would return to the ring at Full Gear 2022. 

Public Display of Affection: Trick Williams & Lash Legend Seemingly Confirm Relationship During WWE NXT

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Trick Williams took the ring to close out the March 12 episode of WWE NXT. He got a lot of things accomplished in the process.

Williams and Carmelo Hayes’ feud has come to a head. Things are physical now, and there will be a brutal match at Stand & Deliver. Before the big event, Williams also had to take care of a personal matter.

WWE NXT’s Closing Segment This Week

Noam Dar and the Meta Four came out and interrupted Trick in the middle of his promo, where he challenged Hayes to a match at Stand & Deliver. Dar said that he and Williams have something in common, because they both lost something close to them at Roadblock.

While Dar lost his Heritage Cup, Williams lost Carmelo Hayes. Then things took a turn when the Meta Four got on the apron.

Trick Williams made a comment about being the hottest talent in NXT, and then made a point to say that Lash Legend was giving him the eyes. Suddenly, the Meta Four took to the ring, and Williams got to work.

After dispatching of Noam Dar and Oro Mensah, William grabbed Lash Legend, and then he held her in his arms. They locked eyes, and then they locked lips in a very sensual way.

This action was likely confirming their real-life relationship. The two NXT Superstars have been spotted in public together for the past few months. Many fans were under the impression that they coupled up.

It appears that Trick Williams was able to confirm this rumor about his personal life while booking a match against Carmelo Hayes for NXT Stand & Deliver.

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What’s Next For Trick Williams

Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes will do battle at NXT Stand & Deliver. It appears that Williams may face Noam Dar on NXT next week, but his eyes will still be set for WrestleMania weekend.

SEScoops will have more on the stories you need on the road to WrestleMania. Keep checking back for more updates and headlines.

WWE NXT 2024 Stand & Deliver Card (So Far):

  • Ilja Dragunov (c) vs. Tony D’Angelo – Singles match for the NXT Championship
  • Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker (c) vs. Tournament Winners – Tag team match for the NXT Tag Team Championship
  • Carmelo Hayes vs Trick Williams

WWE NXT Change-Up: Gigi Dolin’s Character Going New Direction

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This week’s WWE NXT saw a few segments that will help set the stage for Stand & Deliver. The 2024 NXT Stand & Deliver event is scheduled to go down on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We might have a totally different Gigi Dolin by then.

Gigi Dolin and Arianna Grace set a wager in their match last week during NXT. The two squared off this week, and if Grace won, then Dolin was under her guidance. After a DQ finish, Dolin will now have to take beauty tips from Grace.

What Happened on WWE NXT

This week’s NXT featured Dolin vs Grace, and it ended with two low blows. You don’t see those typically happen in women’s matches, but Gigi vs Arianna saw two of them. Sadly for Dolin, the referee only saw her cheap shot.

Arianna Grace, who is also daughter of Santino Marella, has a beaty pageant gimmick. This week’s episode of NXT saw her win the big match, albeit it by DQ, but that will take Gigi Dolin in a brand-new direction.

We will have to see what happens in the weeks to come, but Gigi Dolin may get a bit of a character reboot. If Grace can transform Gigi into a beauty pageant princess, for only a short time, it will certainly give the former Toxic Attraction member something to do.

What’s Next For Gigi Dolin

Since Toxic Attraction’s breakup, Gigi Dolin has been doing her thing. Jacy Jayne ended up in an angle with Chase U, but Dolin has remained on her own. Now, it appears that she will be aligned with Grace in this storyline, with a likely match to get her out of the verbal contract down the line.

SEScoops will have more coverage of this story, and many more. Please keep checking back for the headlines and coverage you need.

Kidnapped: Ilja Dragunov Abducted By Tony D’Angelo’s Mafia Faction On WWE NXT

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The 2024 NXT Stand & Deliver event is set for Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This will be the fourth annual Stand & Deliver event. However, there’s a twist as the NXT Champion was just abducted weeks before the event.

Tony D’Angelo and his Sopranos gimmick has been known to borrow from the pages of classic mob tactics. During this week’s NXT, they ran an old-school abduction play.

The Set-Up

During the March 12 episode of WWE NXT, they showed Tony D’Angelo and his Family out to dinner. They were very pleased about his upcoming NXT Title match at Stand & Deliver.

Then Ilja Dragunov showed up with his NXT Title around his shoulder. The Don motioned for his cohorts to depart, and they left the table.

Ilja Dragunov then congratulated Tony for all that he’s accomplished. He’s a titan of industry and has his hands in many things. However, Ilja said that the NXT Title is all that he has, and he will make sure that after NXT Stand & Deliver, the title will stay with him.

“Is that so?” D’Angelo asked. “I’m afraid it is,” Ilja Dragunov replied.

Then Tony D said that he likes Ilja Dragunov, and “whatever happens here” … suddenly, Tony’s associates plucked Ilja Dragunov up and carried him off.

Tony D’Angelo finished his wine, and stood up from the table. After thanking the owner of the establishment for the meal, he left.

The next shot showed Stacks closing the lid to the trunk of their car. It is supposed that they’re running a kidnapping angle now, with Ilja Dragunov in the trunk. Then they drove off into the night with no sight of the NXT Champion.

What Happened Next

Later on, they showed Ilja Dragunov and Tony D’Angelo on a bridge. This was apparently the place where they wanted to have a conversation.

Tony threatened to throw Ilja off the bridge without really saying anything. Then, he told Dragunov to “have a nice walk back.” Ilja Dragunov then said that “one thing you’ll find about me is I always find a way.”

This was quite an intense angle, and it certainly added a lot to this story as they get closer to Stand & Deliver.

What’s Next

We will have to see how things progress from this point. If Ilja Dragunov can’t get out of the mob’s clutches, then he may not make it to Stand & Deliver.

SEScoops will keep our eye on this story for more updates. There will certainly be more stories to tell on the road to NXT Stand & Deliver.

WWE NXT 2024 Stand & Deliver Card (So Far):

  • Ilja Dragunov (c) vs. Tony D’Angelo – Singles match for the NXT Championship
  • Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker (c) vs. Tournament Winners – Tag team match for the NXT Tag Team Championship
  • Carmelo Hayes vs Trick Williams

Roxanne Perez Explains Heel Turn During WWE NXT: “Screw You Guys For Booing Me”

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The 2024 NXT Stand & Deliver event is scheduled to go down on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This marks the fourth annual Stand & Deliver event, and Shawn Michaels’ crew is putting a lot of work into the show. That show will likely see Roxanne Perez in a heel role.

Roxanne Perez turned heel last week in a surprising attack on Lyra Valkyria. On this week’s episode, she got to explain her actions.

Roxanne Perez Explains Herself

During this week’s NXT, they kicked off the show with a match that will determine the challengers for Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin’s NXT Tag Team Titles. After the LWO won that match, Roxanne Perez had a chance to cut a promo.

On last week’s WWE NXT, Roxanne Perez turned heel during the Roadblock special. This week, she got to explain herself.

She addressed collapsing in the ring at Roadblock 2023 after beating Meiko Satomura. She said she collapsed after carrying the women’s division on her shoulders for four months. Roxanne Perez was rewarded by having her title taken from her, “and no one cared.”

Perez said that she’s waited a year, while busting her ass the whole time, but she was never awarded a title match. Instead, Tiffany Stratton or Becky Lynch got the spotlight. Then she really turned her focus on The Man.

Roxanne said that she was face-to-face with Becky Lynch in the middle of an NXT ring and, “you guys acted like I didn’t even exist.” She then continued to blame the fans for going home crying that night, because of how everyone made her feel.

“Screw you guys for booing me and making me feel like I was worthless,” she continued, before saying she doesn’t care what fans think. Perez went on to say she’s the most decorated woman in NXT history, “I have won everything.”

That is when she turned her focus to Lyra Valkyria, because she never got a title shot with Lyra. When Roxanne went after the WWE Tag Team Titles at Roadblock, that is when she decided to do something about it.

Roxanne Perez’s Heel Turn

During the Roadblock edition of NXT, NXT Women’s Champion Lyra Valkyria was attacked by Roxanne Perez, who has turned heel. Perez injured Valkyria’s arm after Valkyria and Tatum Paxley failed to win the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships from The Kabuki Warriors. Following the attack, Valkyria was taken from the arena in an ambulance.

WWE NXT commentator Vic Joseph speculated that Valkyria may have a broken arm, as Valkyria believed her arm was dislocated. Valkyria expressed concern about her arm to medical staff inside the ring.

This incident suggests a potential match between Perez and Valkyria at NXT Stand & Deliver on April 6, just before WrestleMania 40 begins. While the match has not been officially announced, it could be in the coming weeks leading up to the event.

Jesse Ventura & Aaron Rodgers Considered As Potential Running Mates For Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

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Could Jesse Ventura be back in politics? If Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has some influence, “The Body” could once again become “The Mind.”

RFK Jr., who is running indepedent for the 2024 Presidential election, confirmed to The New York Times that he’s considering to famous names for his vice presidential pick: Ventura and star NFL quarterback for the New York Jets, Aaron Rodgers.

Ventura notoriously became the governor of Minnesota for one term back in 1998 which left both Democrat and Republican parties stunned. Ventura and Rodgers both have been strong advocates for a third party to compete against the two stalwart parties in America. Ventura shared the following a month ago on social media.

“We must end the duopoly of Republican and Democrat control in Washington. Electing a third party or independent candidate for President would be a major kickstart to that process but in order to do that you have to have ballot access.”

Ventura also spoke at RFK Jr.’s Arizona rally in February, stating that if RFK Jr.’s father and uncle, John F. Kennedy, both weren’t assassinated, then the United States we see today would be very different.

“I always say Jack Kennedy was the greatest president of all in my lifetime,” he said. “And the reason I say that is because they let him serve the least amount. He didn’t even get one term. That’s why he’s the best, because they couldn’t let him go past, not even one term. Well, maybe it’s time to elect another Kennedy.”

Aaron Rodgers is quite the unexpected wild card as he happens to still be an active NFL player, but did suffer a season-ending Achilles injury. Rodgers also happens to share some indirect ties to pro wrestling as during thhe NFL season he is a weekly guest on “The Pat McAfee Show” and is good friends with the WWE Raw color commentator.

SEScoops’ Dominic DeAngelo happened to interview Ventura back in 2023 and they do lightly touch upon his interest in getting back into politics, but also share memories of forthcoming WWE Hall Of Famer Muhammad Ali,  “Superstar” Billy Graham and Bruno Sammartino.

Movements Within WWE to Bring Brock Lesnar Back to Programming

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Brock Lesnar could be back on WWE programming, and soon, if movements happening within the promotion prove successful. 

Lesnar is referenced in Janel Grant’s shocking lawsuit against WWE, in which she alleges to have been abused and trafficked by Vince McMahon. While not mentioned by name, Grant alleges that she was trafficked to a former UFC Champion who has been identified as Lesnar. 

In the wake of Grant’s lawsuit, Lesnar was pulled from this year’s Men’s Royal Rumble match and his name and stats were omitted from a Royal Rumble statistics video. Plans for a match with Dominik Mysterio at Elimination Chamber were also shelved.

Bringing Back Brock? 

Last weekend, Lesnar was re-added to WWE’s roster page, leading to speculation that he could make a comeback despite the scandal. During the most recent edition of Wrestling Observer Radio, Bryan Alvarez said that there have been moves within WWE to make such a return happen. 

“In the last few days, there have been moves regarding Brock Lesnar… There are movements to bring him back.”

Alvarez made clear that his comments should not be seen as confirmation that Brock will be brought back and believes it would be a bad idea on WWE’s part. 

“I’m not saying he’s going to be back… I wouldn’t bring him back but I can tell you that there have been inquiries made… It seems like a bad idea to me. Put it that way.”

What’s Next? 

If WWE intends to bring Lesnar back, they may do so in time for the Beast to have a match at WrestleMania. The former WWE Universal Champion has wrestled 12 times at WWE’s annual showcase and boasts an even 6-6 record. 

Shelton Benjamin Reacts to Reports of AEW Discussions

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WWE released Shelton Benjamin, along with a lot more, in September 2023. Although some have shown up in another company’s ring, Benjamin has been biding his time, and it appears he has a suitor.

Shelton Benjamin didn’t shut down the idea of going to AEW while speaking to the Monopoly Events YouTube channel. After all, there are a lot of great opponents for him to face in the Land of All Elite.

Shelton Benjamin Reacts

Ongoing talks have been happening between Shelton Benjamin and AEW, considering his potential appearances for the company. Details about a potential contract or full-time deal are still uncertain, but these discussions started about a month ago.

In a recent interview on the Monopoly Events YouTube channel, Jamal Niaz talked with Shelton Benjamin. Benjamin expressed interest in wrestling Will Ospreay and Kazuchika Okada. He also mentioned that he’s open to appearing in AEW.Shelton Benjamin expressed his interest in potentially working with Kazuchika Okada and Will Ospreay, highlighting their exceptional talents and expressing admiration for their athleticism.

While acknowledging the allure of these matchups, he emphasized his enjoyment and versatility in working with various opponents. Benjamin kept the possibility of joining AEW open, stating that he hasn’t ruled out any opportunities at this time.

”I think it could be a lot of fun. So, those names are at the top of my list, but obviously, I enjoy what I do, I love what I do, and I can pretty much mesh with anybody. So, it’s just a matter of what they think but, as far as AEW goes, that door’s open — my door is open. I haven’t eliminated any possibilities as of yet.”

Shelton Benjamin as a Free Agent

Shelton Benjamin hasn’t shown up in another company since his WWE release. Only time will tell when he gets the deal he’s looking for.

We will have to see if Shelton Benjamin is another name that Tony Khan decides to sign. With AEW Big Business coming up on March 13th, you never know who will arrive in AEW next.

SEScoops will have ongoing coverage of AEW Big Business, and everything else involving the company’s upcoming events. Keep checking back for constant updates!

Nia Jax Warns Becky Lynch That She Might Not Even Make It To WrestleMania

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A win inside the Women’s Elimination Chamber solidified Becky Lynch as the challenger for Rhea Ripley’s Women’s World Championship at WrestleMania. Before she reaches WWE’s grandest stage, though, Becky Lynch has been met with a few challenges of her own — namely in the form of Nia Jax and Liv Morgan. 

As Lynch met face-to-face with Rhea Ripley on the WWE Raw after Elimination Chamber, she was attacked at the hands of “The Irresistible Force” Nia Jax. In response, Lynch issued a counterassault during Jax’s recent match against Liv Morgan. When Jax and Lynch wrestled the following week, Morgan retaliated by attacking Jax with an elbow strike, causing the referee to hand Lynch a disqualification loss, much like they did to Morgan the week before.

While Lynch seems to have settled her issues with Morgan on tonight’s episode of WWE Raw, she is far from finished with Jax.

A Warning

During an interview with The Hall of Fame podcast, Nia Jax discussed her path toward WrestleMania 40 after suffering defeat to Rhea Ripley at the Elimination Chamber event. 

Looking ahead, Jax acknowledged that Lynch rightfully earned her WrestleMania title match against Ripley. At the same time, though, Jax believes she deserves a rematch. And, as her past actions indicate, it seems that nothing, and no one, will prevent her from claiming it.

“I’m sick and tired — yes, I know Becky won the Elimination Chamber. I know she has earned her spot, but my story with Rhea Ripley isn’t done,” Jax said. “I’m still set for gold. I feel as though [on] this run, I have been on a clear path. It has been directly forward. It has been through all of the Raw women’s division, and I feel as though I deserve another shot at that title. I deserve it.”

“Rhea Ripley, she had my number that night [at Elimination Chamber]. Maybe because it was a little bit of the jet lag, I don’t know. Becky, she might think that she’s gonna go to WrestleMania easily, but I don’t think she’s gonna she’s gonna get there, you never know.” 

Luchador Rey Destroller, 22, Passes Away Following Collapse In The Ring

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Pro wrestling tragically has lost another talent this week, a young luchador by the name of Rey Destroller.

Luchablog is reporting that Destroller (pronounced Destroyer) passed away following a collapse in the ring at a March 2 RIOT Lucha Libre show in Monterrey, Mexico.  Destroller was tagging with his brother Black Spider Jr. in a tag match.

According to Spider Jr., Destroller delivered a headscissors to one of his opponents earlier in the match and got back up before collapsing. He was noted to suffer from severe brain damage while hospitalized and was in grave health before passing away on March 12.

Members of Destroller’s family believes that he was not properly taken care of by RIOT officials following the collapse and was also critical of the brothers not being paid. RIOT said that they were more concerned with taking care of Destroller, who was put on a stretcher and rushed to the hospital. They also state that they’ve been in contact with Destroller’s mother and plan to pay his medical bills. 

LA Park (La Parka from WCW), his two sons and others, hosted a benefit show this past Friday to raise money for Destroller’s family for medical bills. Park posted the following on social media:

“I had heard about this young man, but what hurt me the most is that the promoter has not turned off his guarantee for fighting and even less has been responsible for the fighter’s damages, that is why I want to do my bit to support this family. Let’s see how much we can raise to pay the hospital expenses, now my people, let’s support with your presence, the entrance fee is not expensive, please, let’s support too.”

Luchablog was sent footage of the headscissors spot in question from RIOT. Luchablog states that it doesn’t appear that Destroller landed on his head following the move, but harshly on his shoulder and back. RIOT is claiming that there seems to be no moment Destroller would have severely injured his head at any point in the bout.

Following the news of Destroller’s passing LA Park issued a statement on the tragedy:

“My deepest condolences I have just been informed unfortunately just passed away our fellow king destroyer I join the sorrow and pain that engulfs the family…. what a bad news to start the day… rest in peace king destroyer.”

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We at SEScoops would like to extend our deepest prayers to Rey Destroller, his family, friends and fans at this time.

Yutaka Yoshie’s Cause Of Death Confirmed, Nothing To Do With Wrestling

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The wrestling world has to mourn the unexpected loss of another colleague this week as Yutaka Yoshie passed away following an AJPW match in Takasaki City on March 10. The cause of death was initially unknown, but wrestling colleague Suwama has confirmed why his close friend passed away.

Suwama, who also was in the tag tournament Yoshie was participating in, rushed to the hospital following his match to be with Yoshie. Speaking with Tokyo Sports, Suwama was told by Yoshie’s family that he passed away due to arteriosclerosis, a hardening of the arteries.

Suwama said that the family notified him that “it was not caused by a professional wrestling match, so please don’t worry about it. Even in the snow, he was wearing short sleeves and shorts, and he was a cheerful and cheerful person. It was truly unexpected…”

Yoshie was only 50 years old and set to celebrate his 30th year in wrestling, making his debut in 1994 for NJPW.

WWE Hall Of Famer Mourns The Loss Of Yutaka Yoshie

2015 WWE Hall Of Famer Tatsumi Fujinami was actually a mentor of Yoshie, and commented on the sudden passing.

“I’m shocked. He also appeared at our house, and we were friends who worked together at Muga. I never expected to hear news like this. I never dreamed of that,” he said in a low voice. “I’ve been wrestling for more than 50 years, and he’s a memorable wrestler. When he wrestled with Muga, he was a great force, and he had character, so I guess you could say he was dependable. He worked hard as a member, and there were many fans of his, both locally and in the region, who cooperated with him.”

We at SEScoops would again like to send our prayers and condolences out to Yoshie’s family, friends and fans at this time.

Quotes translated via Google from Japanese.

John Cena Vows To Retire From WWE By 2027

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John Cena has turned over the hourglass on his in-ring career.

Cena, who showed up in his birthday suit for the Academy Awards on Sunday, spoke on The Kelly Clarkson Show and put a cap on when he’s going to be done wrestling.

“You know what, 50 is my absolute line in the sand,” Cena said. “I would like to try to do it before that. But at 50 I’m just going to tweet, ‘Peace out, see ya.’ That’s it, I’m good.”

The Doctor Of Thuganomics is set to turn 47 in April which only gives Cena three more years before turning half a century.

By some other legendary colleague’s circumstances, Cena would be hanging it up early at the age of fifty. The Rock is currently 51, Chris Jericho is 53, Rob Van Dam is 53 and Sting just donned the facepaint for the last time at 64.

John Cena Has Other Avenues He Wants To Pursue

Cena also noted that he was 100% driven by WWE back in his prime, but now other passions have taken over and it’s not just the silver screen.

“I was very much driven where WWE was my passion 24/7. And I’m very grateful, but I’ve grown and there’s a lot of other avenues I’m curious about in life,” Cena said. “And certainly being a great husband and partner is one of those. So I just want to try to do what I can in those avenues.”

With SAG and the writer’s guild on strike last year, Cena did spend some extra time in the squared circle and fans can likely expect the future WWE Hall Of Famer in some capacity at WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia.

H/t to The Wrestling Observer for the transcription.

WWE Releases ‘Era’ Championships to Celebrate 40 Years of WrestleMania

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WWE is celebrating four decades of WrestleMania with new limited-edition championships from four distinct eras of professional wrestling. 

The new championships are $699.99 each on WWEShop.com and are being promoted with shipping within one business day. Each title features side plates bearing a 40 Years of WrestleMania insignia as well as a similar metal end plate. 

The Golden Era

The four champions represent a different era in the promotion’s history. The Golden Era title celebrates WrestleManias 1 to 10 and features the Winged Eagle plates synonymous with Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage, Bret Hart, and others. The strap features the iconic WrestleMania logo. 

The Attitude Era

The Attitude Era Championship features the plates of the ‘Big Eagle’ title held by ‘Stone Cold’ Steve Austin, The Rock, Triple H, Mick Foley, and others. The strap features the logos for WrestleManias 11 to 20. Dubbing this the Attitude Era title may raise some eyebrows, given that the acclaimed period of wrestling history didn’t really come into effect until WrestleMania 14 and the consensus among many is that it ended after just three years. 

The Ruthless Agression & PG Era 

The Ruthless Agression & PG Era title is emblazoned with the logos of WrestleManias 21 to 30. The plates come from the ‘Spinner Belt’ introduced by John Cena in April 2005. This championship is the only one of the four that includes a nameplate, which includes the dates 2005-2014. 

The Modern Era

The Modern Era championship features the plates seen on the current Undisputed WWE Universal Championship and WWE Women’s Championship. Like the other titles, it features the logos of WrestleManias 31 to 40. 

Logan Paul: Dave Chappelle Will “Absolutely” Be At SummerSlam 2024 In Cleveland

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Some consider Dave Chappelle the greatest living comedian today, but he is also controversial for others for a variety of reasons. Either way, he is apparently going to be at the biggest party of the summer in Cleveland, if Logan Paul has anything to say about it.

SummerSlam 2024 is coming to Cleveland on August 3rd, and Logan Paul is hyped about it. In reaction to the strong rumors before the big announcement, The Maverick listed off a ton of people who will be at SummerSlam, and Chappelle was one of those names.

Logan Paul’s Reaction to SummerSlam Announcement

SummerSlam is one of WWE’s biggest events of the year. So, naturally, they will bring in some big names. A lot of people either sleep on Cleveland, or they use the city as a punchline, one that has long-lost its topical punch. The truth is that a lot of big names have come out of the city, and Logan Paul wants his Cleveland connection to turn out for SummerSlam.

During his Impaulsive podcast, Logan Paul made his excitment about SummerSlam 2024’s location very clear. He wants his brother there, along with Machine Gun Kelly. He also named the Kelce Brothers, but the cherry on top was the Half Baked star himself, Dave Chappelle.

“I wanna bring my brother Jake [Paul], I want MGK to be there, I want the Kelce brothers to be there, I want it to be one of the biggest events Cleveland has ever seen & hopefully I can get an opponent who I can bring the house down with — oh Dave Chappelle will absolutely be there.”

Logan Paul also called out LeBron James to step up in Cleveland for SummerSlam. e’ll have to see if King James takes The Maverick up on that.

As strange as it may be to have Chappelle at SummerSlam, Triple H is a fan. He has attended one of Chappelle’s stand-up shows in recent memory. Vince McMahon also went along, but it would obviously be The Game making the call to bring Chappelle in for SummerSlam nowadays.

SummerSlam 2024 Hype

As of this writing, no matches have been announced for SummerSlam 2024. The company has a date and location locked in. Now, they will make their way to Cleveland in August.

SummerSlam brought a ton of revenue and fans to Detroit last year, so Cleveland has an excellent reason to be excited about SummerSlam coming in. There will be a lot of fans tuning in to see what surprises WWE has in store for them, and Cleveland will likely be represented in full-force throughout the show.

SEScoops will have full coverage of the road to SummerSlam, and beyond. Keep checking back for constant updates and headlines for the stories that you need.

SummerSlam 2024: Cleveland Browns Stadium Hosting WWE’s Biggest Party of the Summer

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SummerSlam is one of WWE’s big 4 premium live events, and now we know which city will host the event that has become an extravaganza. The company is leaning toward booking stadiums for their massive shows, and they did it again in Cleveland. 

WWE, along with Haslam Sports Group and the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, have announced that WWE SummerSlam is coming to Cleveland Browns Stadium on Saturday, August 3, 2024.

The event will be preceded by a series of activities spread across the week, including Friday Night SmackDown at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on August 2, along with various fan and community engagements leading up to and following SummerSlam.

Opened in 1999, Cleveland Browns Stadium hosts the NFL team and has a max capacity of approximately 67,000 people. 

Ohio’s WWE Connection

This year marks SummerSlam’s return to Cleveland for the first time since August 1996. The city has hosted plenty of amazing shows for decades. Now, WWE is coming to the famous NFL venue where the Browns play on the gridiron. 

Several active WWE Superstars hail from Cleveland and the state of Ohio, including Logan Paul, The Miz, Johnny Gargano. Alexa Bliss and the Creed Brothers.

Jon Moxley, Nic and Ryan Nemeth, Abyss, Madison Rayne and Shark Boy all hail from the Buckeye State, as did the late great ‘Macho Man’ Randy Savage. 

The Maverick Brings The Hype

Logan Paul United States champion first broke the news of SummerSlam coming to Cleveland on the March 12 episode ofd his Impaulsive podcast.

WWE’s reigning United States champion goes ‘big’ with everything he does, so he didn’t just reveal one of WWE’s biggest premium live events is coming to his home city. Logan Paul called out NBA kingpin LeBron James and rattled off several other celebrities who may be there, including comedian Dave Chappelle:

Cleveland SummerSlam Reactions

Paul “Triple H” Levesque, WWE Chief Content Officer, expressed excitement about the collaboration:

“The city of Cleveland and WWE have a longstanding history. We are eager to bring SummerSlam, SmackDown, and a range of events to the town in collaboration with Haslam Sports Group and the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission.”

David Jenkins, Chief Operating Officer of Haslam Sports Group, added:

“We’re delighted to host WWE’s SummerSlam at Cleveland Browns Stadium this August and showcase the city’s offerings to the WWE Universe. Hosting such a prestigious event at our stadium will generate substantial economic benefits for the region and spotlight Northeast Ohio and Cleveland Browns Stadium as ideal destinations for major events.”

David Gilbert, President and CEO of Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, echoed this sentiment:

“We are thrilled to welcome WWE this August, bolstering Cleveland’s reputation as a prime location for major U.S. events. SummerSlam 2024 is poised to be Ohio’s largest WWE event, providing a significant economic boost to our community while spotlighting Cleveland’s vibrant downtown, authentic experiences, and exciting attractions.”

SummerSlam 2023 Success

This announcement follows last year’s record-setting SummerSlam at Ford Field in Detroit, which established a new gate record for any non-WrestleMania event with $8.5 million until the 2024 Royal Rumble surpassed it. Additionally, it became the most-viewed SummerSlam in WWE history.

Cities are climbing over each other to host WWE events for a reason. Now, Cleveland will get one of the big 4 premium live events, and all the economic boost that will come with it.

Logan Paul Calls Out LeBron James For Cleveland SummerSlam Showdown

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WWE SummerSlam 2024, is coming to Cleveland, Ohio, and U.S. Champion Logan Paul wants a piece of Lebron James at the biggest party of the summer.

On his ImPaulsive podcast, the reigning WWE U.S. Champion, a native of Forest City,  confirmed that SummerSlam will take place at the Cleveland Browns Stadium on August 3. As Paul pointed out, the show will mark the first time that SummerSlam has taken place in Cleveland since 1996.

Logan Paul’s Potential Opponent

Paul and his co-hosts, which includes his PRIME Energy co-founder KSI, spoke about bringing the excitement to the upcoming show. The Maverick especially wanted to put on a good show in his hometown. 

When one of Paul’s co-hosts suggested LeBron James, Paul said he’s “probably” going to be stepping in the ring with the basketball legend. Dave Chapelle was also thrown out as a potential opponent, which Paul was also on board with.

WWE & Cleveland

WWE has a rich history of hosting Premium Live Events in the city of Cleveland, Ohio. WWE’s first PLE in the city was the aforementioned SummerSlam 1996 which saw then-WWF Champion Shawn Michaels retain his gold against Big Van Vader. Other WWE events hosted in Cleveland include No Mercy 1999, Survivor Series 2004, Unforgiven 2008, and WWE TLC 2014.

The promotion’s most recent PLE in Cleveland was Fastlane 2019 which saw The Shield defeat Baron Corbin, Bobby Lashley, and Drew McIntyre in a six-man tag-team match. The bout marked the first match featuring the Shield following Roman Reigns’ return from his second victory over leukemia. 

Vince McMahon Had Interesting Request For Bryan Danielson Concerning WWE vs AEW

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Vince McMahon was well aware that Tony Khan opened up AEW, even though he didn’t want to give them any added attention. He did want to know if they were doing anything special that WWE wasn’t.

Bryan Danielson revealed that he received a phone call from Vince McMahon late one night while he was still with WWE. McMahon had a very interesting question to ask about AEW vs WWE programming, and that caused Bryan to investigate.

McMahon’s Request of Bryan Danielson

While speaking at SXSW, Bryan Danielson opened up a bit about WWE’s creative situation with Vince McMahon. He revealed that The Chairman of the Board called him one night, and he asked a very interesting question about AEW.

It seems that Vince wanted to know what AEW is doing that WWE isn’t doing. After watching a lot of television, Bryan Danielson had a number of things to report back to Mr. McMahon.

“Vince McMahon actually called me one night, I was part of WWE creative, and he called me one night and said, ‘What is AEW doing that we’re not doing?’ I went back and watched eight straight weeks of TV within the span of six days and was like, ‘there is a whole list of things.’”

Bryan Danielson is a treasured member of the AEW roster now. Not only is he one of the top in-ring names that the company has, but he also plays a very important role backstage.

What’s Next

Danielson is one of three people reportedly in AEW’s disciplinary committee. It is apparently only Bryan and two other unnamed attorneys. Those are the people responsible for handing down any punishments, suspensions, or terminations. Obviously, AEW has provided Danielson with an amazing opportunity outside the ring.

Vince McMahon is no longer calling the shots in WWE, as he was ousted following Janel Grant’s lawsuit. Now, we will have to wait and see what is next for him, but odds are he won’t be making any more late-night calls to Bryan Danielson.

SEScoops will have more on this story, and so much more, in the pro wrestling world. Please keep checking back for constant updates

Christian Cage Says “They All Want to be Me” After Candice LeRae Brings Up Maxxine Dupri’s Dead Brother

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Imitation is considered the sincerest form of flattery, and Christian Cage certainly felt flattered during a segment on this week’s WWE Monday Night Raw.

The segment in question saw LeRae scold Dupri during this week’s Raw. In her tirade, LeRae referenced an incident at a a WWE live event in which a fan mercilessly booed Dupri. With that said, LeRae’s most shocking comment was left to the end. 

“You know why everyone boo’s you? You don’t belong here. You think the internet hates you? You should hear what the girls in the locker room say. It’s a good thing your dead brother isn’t here to see what an embarrassment you’ve become.”

Christian Cage Weighs In

LeRae’s comment about Maxxine’s brother has spawned a debate about whether WWE went too far in the name of entertainment. Plenty of people have taken to social media to share their take on the situation. In a tweet of his own, Christian Cage didn’t mention the segment by name, but said how everybody wants to be him. As the comments showed, it’s clear that the AEW TNT Champion who has a tendency to bring up dead relatives was talking about LeRae’s comment on Raw. 

Maxxine Dupri’s Brother

Wyatt Zmrzel passed away at the age of 22 after a life of numerous challenges. Wyatt was born with adrenoleukodystrophy; a rare genetic condition that affected his ability to use the right side of his body and left him prone to seizures. 

Due to adrenoleukodystrophy, Wyatt relied on car services for transportation. In December 2017, a Lyft driver made a turn onto a highway at a rural intersection. The Lyft vehicle collided with a Toyota 4-Runner, killing Zmrzel.

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