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Ricky Starks’ AEW Contract: Addressing Free Agency Reports

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Ricky Starks hasn’t been around AEW television for a minute, and he hasn’t wrestled either. The fact is that he’s not booked for AEW Revolution tonight, and questions about his contract status are everywhere.

It seems that any report about Starks being a free agent is jumping the gun. Absolute is still All Elite, according to SRS.

AEW Revolution is tonight, live on pay-per-view! We will have coverage here at SEScoops, and you can get more information about the event here!

Ricky Starks Free Agency Report

On March 2, internet rumors surfaced suggesting that Ricky Starks was a free agent and his AEW deal had expired. Sean Ross Sapp noted on Fightful Select within AEW and was informed that such claims were unfounded.

Additionally, sources close to Starks confirmed that his contract remains intact. He is still with the company, so Ricky isn’t leaving Tony Khan’s company just yet.

Starks has not competed in AEW since he and Big Bill lost the AEW Tag Team Titles to Sting and Darby Allin. Details regarding his absence or the duration of his contract remain undisclosed. Nonetheless, as of now, Starks remains part of the All Elite roster.

Ricky Starks’ WWE Connections

Starks is still good friends with Cody Rhodes. He was spotted with the American Nightmare at the Royal Rumble last year, so obviously, he is welcomed backstage. His current contract situation is keeping him from WWE, but there is also no guarantee that he would make the jump if given the opportunity.

SEScoops will have continued coverage of Ricky Starks, and everything else going on in the pro wrestling world. Keep checking back for more updates.

Trish Stratus Eyes WWE Money in the Bank in Toronto For Possible Retirement Match

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Trish Stratus’ WWE Hall of Famer status won’t keep her out of the ring. She has returned on a couple of occasions, with her latest run being a lengthy one, where she participated in many firsts for her career, including getting drafted to the RAW brand. Although she is out of action, there is always the possibility that she may return.

With Sting retiring at AEW Revolution, the pro wrestling world is seeing some huge names hang up their boots for the last time. It appears that Trish Stratus may have eyes on another retirement of her own.

Trish Stratus May Return

Becky Lynch and Trish Stratus’ feud dominated WWE television for several months, culminating in a steel cage match at WWE Payback. That marked Stratus’ final bout with the company for now, as the match ended with Zoey Stark turning on her mentor Trish as well.

Trish Stratus, expressing her openness to another comeback, shared her thoughts on the idea of a potential last match during an interview with Gorilla Position. While contemplating various scenarios for her next wrestling match, she reflected on the possibility of staging it in her hometown of Toronto, particularly with Money in the Bank scheduled for the city in 2024.

“Would I welcome another match in Toronto? Absolutely. For like, perhaps the final one? Yeah. We had a retirement match. Is this the post-retirement, retirement match? Maybe, in Toronto.”

The 15th edition of the Money in the Bank event is scheduled for Saturday, July 6, 2024, at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Trish Stratus on her Possible WWE Return

Stratus weighed different options, considering her unfinished storyline with Zoey Stark and envisioning a matchup with WWE Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley due to their contrasting sizes.

“It’s another thing to put on — I don’t know. Maybe. Do I have an unfinished story with Zoey (Stark)? I sure do. So there’s a lot of things. There’s a lot of talent that I look at too that I’m like, I would love to get in the ring with, let’s say, Rhea Ripley for example.”

Stratus, who known for her petite stature, highlighted her willingness to embrace her size difference in the ring, particularly referencing Ripley’s match with Raquel Rodriguez as an example.

“So people, when they meet me, they’re like, ‘Oh my God, you’re so small.’ This is part of my thing, right? I’m just little Trish Stratus but you know, when we saw that match with Raquel (Rodriguez), that’s what I love. I love playing up to that, right?”

Exclusive Insight On Trish Stratus’ WWE Return

WWE’s road to WrestleMania can always bring back a legend like Trish Stratus. That being said, there isn’t anything concrete that would suggest that her return is going to happen at this time.

I asked around about Trish Stratus’ possible WWE return, and I was told that she is always trying to pitch things for herself to do around WrestleMania. We will have to see when WWE uses her next, but her story is likely far from closed at this point. They might just have something for her to do at Money in the Bank in Toronto, which would be a very fitting end to her career.

SEScoops will have continued coverage of this story, and so many more. Please keep checking back for more details. 

Virgil’s Final Secret: WWE Legend’s True Age Revealed After Hiding It For Decades

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The world lost a true legend when Virgil passed away. Fans thought that they knew the man, but even after his passing, he continues to blow our minds with his ability to work.

In a surprising turn of events, wrestling fans were left astounded after a revelation regarding the age of former WWE wrestler, Virgil, emerged on Twitter. It turns out that he was over 10 years OLDER than everyone thought, a facade he kept up for years. The world thought he was 61, but it was more like 72.

Virgil’s True Age

The revelation came to light when the popular wrestling review channel, OSW review wrote, “I just found out I got worked by Virgil! He told everyone his birthday is June 13, 1962 but his REAL birthday is April 7, 1951! Hastily re-editing the next OSW. Even after passing, he’s still working. God bless you, Virgil.”

Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful.com tweeted, “I confirmed with Virgil’s management team that this is accurate. Virgil was actually 40 when he won the Million Dollar Title in 1991. What a worker. Rest in Peace.”

This tweet sparked a wave of reactions from fans, and there were plenty of jokes. Many were outright astounded that Virgil kept this act up for so many years, and nobody thought otherwise.

The revelation of Virgil’s real age left fans in disbelief, with many expressing shock at how effectively Virgil had kept this information hidden for so long. Sapp echoed this sentiment in his subsequent tweet, stating, “Like… Nobody even SUSPECTED IT.”

Remembering Virgil

While the wrestling community mourns the loss of Virgil, who passed away recently, this unexpected revelation adds another layer to the enigmatic persona of the wrestling legend. As fans continue to process this revelation, it serves as a reminder of Virgil’s enduring legacy in the world of professional wrestling.

A GoFundMe has been created to help his family pay for funeral expenses. You may check out this link for more information. 

Virgil already etched out a portion of pop culture for himself and his “Lonely Virgil” memes. Now, he has this mystery of his age to go along with his legend.

Sting’s Farewell: Tony Khan’s Efforts to Extend Career for Wembley Stadium AEW All In Event

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Sting will wrestle the final match of his career at AEW Revolution. He will tag with Darby Allin against The Young Bucks with the AEW World Tag Team Titles on the line. That will be a huge moment in North Carolina, but is also something that Tony Khan may have wanted to stall a bit.

AEW already has another date booked for Wembley Stadium. It turns out that Tony Khan tried to convince Sting to prolong his retirement a bit so he could go out at the famous venue.

Tony Khan Wanted Sting To Stick Around

In a recent interview with PWI’s Collete Arrand, Sting revealed that Tony Khan expressed a desire to extend his career, possibly even seeing him retire at prestigious venues. However, Sting was mindful of the toll wrestling took on his body, especially with a new generation of talent waiting to make their mark. Despite the allure of prolonged success, Sting acknowledged the limitations of pushing his body beyond its capacities.

As he reflected on his journey, Sting experienced a range of emotions. While there was a sense of sorrow at the thought of leaving wrestling, there was also a profound sense of liberation. He recognized that it was time to bid farewell to professional wrestling, yet he remained open to embracing the next chapter of his life, whatever it may bring.

“It’s funny, because I was the guy who did not want to get into pro wrestling. I didn’t even know what pro wrestling was when I got started. But I ended up being a pro wrestler, and at the beginning, I was an introvert, the last guy that you’d want to get up there and entertain in front of hordes of people. But it blossomed into what it blossomed into. I’ve had a lot of fun. I’ve enjoyed the fans and cannot thank them enough.“

“After all of these years, having walked through the curtain thousands of times, I’m still a nervous wreck when I go out there, and it gets pretty overwhelming to try to perform at a high level at my age, even in a short match, even if it’s a six- or eight-man tag. Tony (Khan) was actually trying to get me to stay longer, maybe retire at Wembley. But it gets tougher and tougher every time you go out there, and you have all of these young guys who are ready to play—there’s only so far you can push it. It’s kind of sad, of course, but, at some point, you just have to do it. There’s a part of me that’s sad, but there’s another part of me that’s relieved. It’s bittersweet, but I’m looking forward to it.”

The pro wrestling world has spoken out in a big way to give Sting his flowers. You can find a ton of those responses and reactions to his retirement at the link below.

AEW All In London

All Elite Wrestling returns to Wembley Stadium in London, England on Sunday, August 25 for AEW All In London 2024. The pay-per-view event showcases top wrestlers of the current era. Tickets for this event are currently available for purchase.

That event will have some big matches, but Sting won’t be wrestling on the card. 

SEScoops will have more information on this story as additional information is available. 

New Evidence Emerges In Ashley Massaro’s WWE Sexual Assault Case

Aaron Varble
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Content warning: Please note this report includes descriptions of sexual assault

Ashley Massaro’s case is getting even more attention, and this is thanks to recently-released documents that provides a lot more context and details about what allegedly happened during that WWE overseas tour.

At least five reporters received emails informing them about Freedom of Information Act responses awaiting them. These responses were related to the Naval Criminal Investigative Service investigation concerning a rape allegation made by former WWE performer Ashley Massaro in a 2017 affidavit. Now, the contents of that paperwork causing many to take a closer look at this troubling story.

Tragically, Ashley Massaro died by suicide on May 16, 2019, at the age of 39. Her death came as a shock to her fans and colleagues in the wrestling world. Her passing sparked discussions about mental health awareness and the pressures faced by individuals in the entertainment industry. Her story from that WWE tour in Kuwait also surfaced once again.

New Information

This affidavit about Ashley Massaro’s case was made public by her lawyer after her May 2019 death by suicide. Excluding the response letter, the document consists of 79 pages, including blank pages indicating redactions of entire pages or page ranges. All names in the file, including those of witnesses and investigators, are redacted except for Massaro’s.

Interesting enough, the file contains some new information, including corroborating details shared by both Massaro and WWE when she initially made the allegations in court in 2016 and 2017.

David Bixenspan was one of the reporters who received this information. He did not post the whole file, because detectives apparently didn’t properly redact the identity of one witness, but other details were revealed.

The NCIS file reveals crucial information in its midpoint, notably in the summary of the NCIS interview with the individual identified in Massaro’s medical records as the physician assistant who treated her.

According to the interview summary, “[Redacted] stated he recalled MASSARO complained of abdominal and pelvic pain.” Furthermore, “[Redacted] recalled that MASSARO was accompanied by a male civilian that he did not recognize, but he recalled someone in the clinic saying it was [redacted]. [Redacted] stated [redacted] seemed to be acting skittish and strange. [Redacted] described [redacted] as a [redacted] male, in his thirties, [redacted] hair, perhaps had a mustache, and was well built.” Notably, this description does not match anyone from the WWE entourage present at the time.

Additionally, the interview summary reveals, “[Redacted] stated that when he first saw MASSARO[,] he believed she was drowsy, but she was not falling asleep during conversation or slurring her words. [Redacted] recalled someone else working in the facility may have said that ‘she was high’ but [redacted] was uncertain. [Redacted[ stated he had little experience with people on drugs or alcohol, so he was not sure.” This information, although not surprising given Massaro’s past struggles with drug addiction, gains significance when considered alongside other details from the interview.

Additional Information

Post Wrestling also obtained this file, and their report highlighted the confusion surrounding the location of the alleged assault. Initially believed to have occurred at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Massaro’s medical records indicated she was treated at Camp Patriot, Aerial Port of Demarcation, Troop Medical Clinic, which is located 90 minutes away from the base.

An interview with the physician assistant who treated Massaro on June 25, 2019, stood out among the documents.

According to the newly-released document, the assistant had a vivid recollection of treating Massaro and provided a diagram of the facility’s layout and the location where he attended to her. He was called in on a Sunday to treat “a civilian” who complained of abdominal and pelvic pain, and that civilian was Massaro.

During the examination, the assistant noted Massaro was accompanied by a male civilian who “seemed to be acting skittish and strange” and didn’t match the description of any WWE personnel on the tour. He described the man as “in his thirties…perhaps had a mustache, and was well-built.”

Although Massaro appeared drowsy, she did not fall asleep or slur her words. However, someone in the facility questioned if she was high. The assistant was uncertain about this.

Despite concerns about Massaro’s state, she appeared lucid during the questioning portion of the exam and consented to a pelvic exam.

David Bixenspan also raised questions about the practice of conducting a pelvic exam given Massaro’s condition and the uncertainty surrounding her state.

There could be a lot more to this story as new information is made known. Sadly, Ashley Massaro is no longer around to tell her story. Through her passing, she has not been forgotten, and there are many who still want justice for whatever happened in Kuwait. 

Dominik Mysterio’s Twitter Bombshell: Disdain for Non-Famous Airport Travelers

Aaron Varble
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Dominik Mysterio is one of the most hated heels in WWE. He garners a genuine negative reaction whenever he’s on screen, and it seems that he’s not too keen on the public, either.

Rey Mysterio’s son has been a heel for a long time, and that doesn’t appear to be changing any time soon. He made sure of this by taking a big dig at anyone who is at the airport at the same time as he is.

Dominik Mysterio Speaks Out

Dirty Dom recently fired off a post on Twitter/X to let everyone know how he feels about those people who he passes at the airport who are not as famous as he is. He doesn’t care for them one bit, it seems.

The Judgment Day member jumped on social media, and he posted a very short statement. This declaration didn’t have any backstory, so we have no idea exactly why Dominik Mysterio feels like he does, but he still certainly doesn’t care for the people who he sees in airports.

I hate airport civilians with a passion.

Mysterio recently went to bat once again to back up that the boos he gets from WWE fans are authentic. WWE is not piping in the hatred that fans have for him, because you can’t make that kind of visceral reaction up.

Dirty Dom’s Road to WrestleMania 40

Dominik Mysterio was supposed to have a match at Elimination Chamber against Brock Lesnar. That contest could have been great to see, but Lesnar’s involvement in Janel Grant’s allegations were enough to nix that match. His WrestleMania 40 match against GUNTHER was also pulled.

Only time will tell where Dominik Mysterio is on the WrestleMania 40 card. He certainly won’t set on the sidelines with all the commoners if he has anything to say about it.

SEScoops will have continued coverage of the road to WrestleMania 40, and everything that will happen along the way. 

Hana Kimura’s Mother Grateful For Recent Meeting with Mercedes Mone

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The mother of Hana Kimura was delighted to recently meet with Mercedes Mone, who has been a vocal supporter of the late wrestler.  

On Twitter, Hana’s mother Kyoko, a wrestler in her own right, shared some photos with the former WWE Superstar. Kyoko Kimura said her heart was “peaceful” when she met with Mone and that the pair spent time in one of Hana’s favorite locations. Kyoko Kimura also thanked Mone for a wonderful evening. 

Mercedes Mone & Hana Kimura

After Kimura’s death in 2022, Mone, who worked as Sasha Banks at the time, wore a black armband during an episode of SmackDown with Hana’s name on it. Years later, Mone wore a Hana Kimura-themed attire for NJPW Battle in the Valley 2023, complete with Hana’s signature gasmask. The show saw Mone defeat KAIRI to become the second-ever IWGP Women’s Champion. 

Hana Kimura

Hana Kimura took her own life in May 2020 following abuse online stemming from her appearance on the Japanese reality show Terrace House: Tokyo. Earlier in the day of her death, Kimura had shared some of the hateful messages, including racist abuse, she had received stemming from her appearance on the show. 

In December 2020, Hana’s death was officially ruled as a suicide. That same month, a man was arrested and admitted to sending harmful messages but said he couldn’t forgive Hana for her actions on the program. In 2021, the man was issued a ¥9000 ($80 USD) fine, prompting outrage that the punishment was too lenient.

In June 2022, Japan’s parliament passed a law in which “online insults” were punishable by one year imprisonment in response to Kimura’s online bullying. Offenders convicted can also face a fine of up to ¥300,000 ($2,200 USD.)

Twitter Meltdown: Kevin Kelly Goes Off About Removal From AEW Commentary Amid Controversy

Aaron Varble
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Kevin Kelly is recognized for his involvement with various wrestling promotions such as WWE, ROH, and NJPW. He recently sparked controversy through a series of posts following his replacement on AEW commentary. Needless to say, he’s not happy about how things went down, and he’s blaming someone very particular for this.

Kelly expressed frustration at being sidelined once more. He did so on Twitter/X, where he sent out some rather unhinged posts.

Kevin Kelly’s Twitter Rant

In his Twitter outburst, Kelly voiced feeling undervalued by AEW, linking his absence from Collision commentary to what he perceived as defamatory remarks made by Ian Riccaboni.

This all started when one fan tweeted out to say to Kevin, “I have always appreciated the lengths you go to to give a history and background of a match. Why are these two fighting? I feel sometimes that is lost by some of your brethren. You literally got me into NJ because you took the time to setup matches for someone who was new.” Kevin then said that he loves to do this for AEW, but he then had a follow-up post that raised eyebrows.

Kevin stated, “But the idea of what I bring to the table is lost there because Ian libeled me. So I sit on the bench, valued by my peers, waiting to get my number called.”

Additionally, Kelly asserted his abilities as a commentator, urging fans to seek confirmation from industry insiders: “I keep asking why but get pushed aside. It’s ok because there is no one better than me. Ask the ones that know and they’ll tell you.”

“Someone’s gonna be tweet deleting later,” one fan wrote.

Kevin responded promptly: “Why delete the truth? And who are you?” Undeterred, the fan fired back: “People delete tweets stirring up drama at their workplace when it’s not worth it!”

But Kevin stood his ground: “It’s worth it. I’m pushing for action and conversation regarding what happened.”

Then, another user chimed in with a more pointed critique: “Kevin, a lot of things about how you handled this are baffling, but the most annoying is that you haven’t said which of Ian’s comments are libel. Can you at least clarify that? Because the ones I saw all pertain to statements you’ve made publicly, all which can be verified.”

Kevin took a moment to respond: “When you go out of your way to intentionally mischaracterize my raising awareness of the global horrors of child trafficking to a fringe conspiracy theory that everyone knows is bullsh*t in order to hurt my career and standing in the industry, that at the very least is libelous.”

What’s Next

We will have to see what happens in this situation. We did not have Kevin Kelly going on a rant on the morning of AEW Revolution on our bingo card, but then again, you never know what can happen in the pro wrestling world.

You can check out the AEW Revolution 2024 card below. We will have more updates as they are made available here at SEScoops.

Thank You, Sting: Pro Wrestling World Celebrates Icon’s Final Match at AEW Revolution

Aaron Varble
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Sting is set to wrestle his final match at AEW Revolution tonight. He is walking into the match as 1/2 of the AEW World Tag Team Champions, and there is a big question about whether he will retire a champion. Win or lose, The Icon’s career is still being celebrated in a big way.

AEW Revolution will likely be main evented by The Young Bucks vs Sting and Darby Allin for the Tag Team Titles. The match will be a historic one in a treasured venue as well. The event will take place at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina, making it AEW’s inaugural pay-per-view event in the state of North Carolina.

The pro wrestling world was shocked at first to see Sting arrive in AEW. He doubled down on that shock when he started competing at such a high level for Tony Khan’s company. He has not lost a match yet, and AEW Revolution will be his final chance to perform in a pro wrestling ring.

The match itself will be historic, but the after-match speech will also likely be very emotional. We can only imagine what kind of tributes will pour out after the match, but so many have already contributed with their own tributes.

You can check out some of the best Sting tributes we could find (so far) in the space below. SEScoops will have continued coverage of the event for any further developments prior to Sting’s last match.

Daily Drop (3/3): AEW Prepares For Sting’s Last Match, WWE Fans Want The Rock To Die

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Welcome to SEScoops: the Daily Drop, your go-to for the latest news and rumors in wrestling for March 3rd. Tonight is AEW Revolution, which should be a big event. Now, we will have to see how Sting wraps up his in-ring career. There is a lot of news to get to, so let’s get to it.

Check out our comprehensive article about AEW Revolution, how to watch, and start time here.

Days until WrestleMania XL: 34

WWE:

– Becky Lynch said that WWE rejected her request to drop her title in 2020 instead of relinquishing it as she did.

– WWE officials realize that Tiffany Stratton is getting amazing reactions from fans.

– Braun Strowman provided an update after his neck surgery.

– “Die Rocky Die” trended on social media due to the fan reaction to his WWE comeback.

– Tori Wilson admitted that she had issues with a famous bikini segment on WWE television as she spoke to Threads with McKenzie Mitchell. “Summoning that swagger for me was not only difficult when I was wrestling but even more difficult when I was dancing around in bikinis,” she said. “And, I think there’s a misconception, like because I owned it, that I was super comfortable with it, but I wasn’t. Like, that was definitely hard. But, again, if you walk through anything in life and look like that thing owns you, you’re in trouble.”

– The March 1st edition of Friday Night SmackDown brought in a viewership of 2.23 million viewers, which is a 3% increase when compared to last week’s show.

AEW:

– Tony Khan had a heartfelt statement to share prior to Sting’s last match.

– AEW may have teased Mercedes Mone’s debut at the end of Collision this week.

– Jeff Hardy is still trying to make his way back to the ring, but it’s a slow process.

– As expected, Sting is selling a ton of merchandise right now.

– Timeless Toni Storm will have her ninth defense on a pay-per-view show at Revolution, making her the second-highest record holder in the women’s division.

– During the HOG Reckoning on March 2, Penta El Zero Miedo hinted that Fenix will be medically cleared for a match on May 5 for the Cinco de Mayo event.

– Sean Ross Sapp had to squash a very strange report that the “regular woman” Los Angeles Dodgers two-way Superstar Shohei Ohtani is married to is 3X AEW Women’s World Champion, Hikaru Shida. They are not married, but here we are reporting on the fact that they aren’t.

– AEW Revolution is going down tonight on pay-per-view. You can check out the card below:

  • The Bang Bang Scissor Gang (Max Caster, Anthony Bowens, Billy Gunn, Austin Gunn, Colten Gunn, and Jay White) vs. Jeff Jarrett, Satnam Singh, Jay Lethal, Willie Mack, and Private Party (Isiah Kassidy and Marq Quen) in a 12-man tag team match – Zero Hour Match
  • Julia Hart and Skye Blue vs. Kris Statlander and Willow Nightingale (with Stokely Hathaway) in a tag team match – Zero Hour Match
  • Chris Jericho vs. Wardlow vs. Powerhouse Hobbs vs. Lance Archer vs. Hook vs. Brian Cage vs. Magnus vs. Dante Martin in an All-Star Scramble match with the winner receiving a future AEW World Championship match
  • FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) vs. Blackpool Combat Club (Jon Moxley and Claudio Castagnoli) in a tag team match
  • Christian Cage (c) (with Killswitch, Mother Wayne, and “The Prodigy” Nick Wayne) vs. Daniel Garcia in a singles match for the AEW TNT Championship
  • Orange Cassidy (c) vs. Roderick Strong (with Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) in a singles match for the AEW International Championship
  • Will Ospreay vs. Konosuke Takeshita in a singles match
  • Eddie Kingston (c) vs. Bryan Danielson in a singles match for the Continental Crown Championship (AEW Continental Championship, ROH World Championship, and the NJPW Strong Openweight Championship). If Danielson loses, he has to shake Kingston’s hand.
  • “Timeless” Toni Storm (c) (with Mariah May and Luther) vs. Deonna Purrazzo in a singles match for the AEW Women’s World Championship
  • Samoa Joe (c) vs. “Hangman” Adam Page vs. Swerve Strickland (with Prince Nana) in a three-way match for the AEW World Championship
  • Sting and Darby Allin (c) (with Ric Flair) vs. The Young Bucks (Matthew Jackson and Nicholas Jackson) in a tornado tag team match for the AEW World Tag Team Championship

Upcoming Major Pro Wrestling Events

  • AEW Revolution is planned for the following weekend, on Sunday, March 3.
  • 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.
  • 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 Bash In Berlin is marked for August 31st at Mercedes-Benz Arena in Berlin, Germany.

Trish Stratus Explains Why Cage Match With Becky Lynch Is The Favourite Of Her Career

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Trish Stratus is a wrestling icon for many reasons. People still remember moments from her original run in WWE back in the early 2000s.

It’s only a testament to her greatness that she was able to make a comeback almost two decades later for another run last year and give fans some more memories to cherish. 

This included matches such as her cage match with Becky Lynch at Payback 2023 which according to the former champion herself, might be her greatest match ever.

The WWE Hall of Famer recently had an interview with The Gorilla Position podcast. Among other things, Stratus talked about her most recent run with WWE, and revealed that the cage match is the favourite of her career:

“It’s funny because I was just at a signing this weekend and I [always] get asked what’s your favourite match. I’ve had so many matches that are special for so many reasons that I kind of go into a little blurb about it. But now I’m just like ‘Cage match,’ Like hands down my favourite and for so many reasons.

‘Generational Face Off’: Trish Stratus

Explaining the reason behind this statement, Trish Stratus mentioned how female performers were not afforded such opportunities during her original run with the company. For her, to be able to pull off the match with Lynch was really special:

“Just what it represented. The fact that I could go back this many years later and not only hang with the current crop that sort of thing. But it was more about doing something that I was not able to do. The opportunity was not there for us females back in the day.

So to be able to do something that I was not able to was really special. Then just to be able to pull off such an epic match, you know, generational face off with me and Becky Lynch. The best of this generation [and] the best, arguably I’ve heard, of my generation. It was very special.”

Apart from this, Trish also claimed that she has unfinished business in WWE and teased a potential match with Rhea Ripley for the Money In The Bank 2024 event from Toronto.

You can check out her full interview below:

If you use any quotes from the article, please credit SEScoops with an H/t for transcription

AEW Revolution 2024 Preview: Matches, How to Watch

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All Elite Wrestling presents AEW Revolution 2024 tonight, Sunday, March 3, live from the historic Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina.

The show will be all about celebrating The Icon’s almost 4 decades-long wrestling career and saying goodbye to possibly the most legendary run in all of sports entertainment.

Sting has been a cornerstone of AEW programming since joining the promotion in December 2020 and emotions will be running high as fans and talents gear up to witness the final chapter of this epic saga.

Sting & Darby Allin

This is not to say that we can expect any less from the match between Sting & his protege and The Young Bucks. Darby Allin and both the EVPs will be doing everything they can to honor the legend on his final adventure.

With no reason for holding back anything the wrestling veteran, who has done some of his craziest stunts in AEW, is promising a match that you’d wanna preserve for a long time to come.

Match Card

9 matches are scheduled for AEW Revolution, All Elite Wrestling’s first PPV of the year:

  • Sting and Darby Allin (c) (with Ric Flair) vs. The Young Bucks (Matthew Jackson and Nicholas Jackson) (AEW World Tag Team Championship)
  • Orange Cassidy (c) vs. Roderick Strong (with Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) (AEW International Championship)
  • “Timeless” Toni Storm (c) (with Mariah May and Luther) vs. Deonna Purrazzo (AEW Women’s World Championship)
  • Eddie Kingston (c) vs. Bryan Danielson (Continental Crown Championship, If Bryan loses, he must shake Kingston’s hand)
  • Will Ospreay vs. Konosuke Takeshita
  • Christian Cage (c) (with Killswitch, Mother Wayne, and “The Prodigy” Nick Wayne) vs. Daniel Garcia (AEW TNT Championship)
  • Wardlow vs. Powerhouse Hobbs vs. Lance Archer (Meat Madness)
  • FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) vs. Blackpool Combat Club (Jon Moxley and Claudio Castagnoli)
  • Samoa Joe (c) vs. “Hangman” Adam Page vs. Swerve Strickland (with Prince Nana) (AEW World Championship)

How to watch

AEW Revolution 2024 will be the fifth edition of the annual event and the first PPV for the company this year.

The Zero Hour pre-show for Revolution will be streaming live from 6:30 pm Eastern and fans around the globe can catch it for free on AEW’s official YouTube channel and Bleacher Report.

The AEW Revolution 2024 pay-per-view starts at 8 pm ET live from the Greensboro Coliseum. The event can be purchased and streamed on Bleacher Report and traditional PPV means in the US. For international audiences, the show will be made available through Triller TV.

Tony Khan and the rest of the AEW locker room have repeatedly stated the importance of giving Sting the farewell he deserves. 

AEW PPVs have a reputation for delivering the best value. Without a doubt tonight will be one of the most important shows in the company’s history. With performers such as Samoa Joe, Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, and more on the card, fans can expect a night that will be remembered for a long time to come.

Becky Lynch Says WWE Rejected Her Request to Lose The Raw Women’s Title in 2020

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Becky Lynch was eager to lose the Raw Women’s Championship to a rising Superstar in 2020 until WWE made it clear that wasn’t going to happen. 

In early 2020, Lynch feuded with Shayna Baszler over the championship which Lynch had won at WrestleMania 35 the previous year. Baszler’s infamous debut on Raw saw her bite the neck of Lynch in a gruesome moment that immediately went viral at the time. 

Becky Lynch Wanted to Lose

Following Baszler’s shocking debut on Raw, WWE continued to build momentum for her. That year, Baszler won the Women’s Elimination Chamber match to earn a title match with Lynch, and in a display of dominance, eliminated everyone else inside the Chamber structure. 

Despite being built up to be a genuine threat to Lynch, Baszler lost in their title match at WrestleMania 36. In an excerpt from her upcoming memoir The Man, Lynch explained that she asked WWE to let her lose the title to the Queen of Spades.

“I had recommended that she take the title from me at WrestleMania… I had been a babyface champion for so long and could feel the audience beginning to turn on me. I had gone from underdog to top dog and such a situation can’t overstay its welcome.”

Lynch was confident that losing the title to Baszler at WrestleMania 36 was the right call but WWE disagreed with that idea. 

“We needed to make more female contenders and what better way to do that than having them win the title on the grandest stage of them all? Everyone wins. Except me, whose request was denied. I wanted to lose, but I would actually win, so it was a loss… Sigh. Wrestling is confusing.”

What Happened Next? 

Within weeks of her unwanted win over Baszler, Lynch vacated the Raw Women’s Title due to her pregnancy. Asuka would be awarded the title 24 hours after her victory in the Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder match. While Baszler would capture the Women’s Tag Team Championships with Nia Jax that same year, she’s still yet to get a singles Women’s title win on the main roster.

WWE’s Bloodline Represented At House of Glory Reckoning, TNA/AEW Stars Appear

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WWE’s dominant Bloodline was represented at House of Glory’s Reckoning event thanks to a member of the Anoa’i wrestling family working the show. 

In the fourth match of the night, Lance Anoa’i challenged HOG Crown Jewel Champion Carlos Ramirez. Lance was introduced as “representing the Bloodline” and got many chants and gestures for it. Anoa’i also did moves connected to his family who are dominating on WWE SmackDown. Despite this, Ramirez hit a coast-to-coast headbutt followed by a pump handle driver to retain his title. 

AEW/TNA Talent

House of Glory Reckoning also saw several names from TNA Wrestling and All Elite Wrestling appear on the card. From AEW, fans in attendance saw Danhausen, Penta El Zero Miedo, and reigning HOG Heavyweight Champion Mike Santana on the card. TNA was represented by The Rascalz, Alex Shelley, and the new TNA X-Division Champion Mustafa Ali. 

House of Glory Reckoning Results

Here are the results for the House of Glory Reckoning event:#

  • HOG Cruiserweight Championship Suicidal Six-Way: KC Navarro defeats Nolo Kitano (c) (w/ The Anunnakis),  Raheem Royal, Daron Richardson, Jay Armani, and Jay Lyon
  • Danhausen (w/ Brian Quinn) defeats “Sweet Cheeks” Joey Silver
  • Kamar Kouture & Kiki Van Gogh defeat Diamond Virago & The Ultra Violette
  • HOG Crown Jewel Championship: Carlos Ramirez (c) defeats The Bloodline’s Lance Anoa’i
  • The Rascalz (Trey Miguel & Zachary Wentz) defeats Cash Flow Inc. (Ken Broadway & J Boujii)
  • Charles Mason defeats Midas Black (w/ Jay Lyon)
  • Mustafa Ali defeats Alex Shelley
  • HOG Heavyweight Championship: Mike Santana (c) defeats Penta El Zero Miedo

Billy Jack Haynes Trial Set for April In Connection To Death Of His Wife

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Former WWE star William ‘Billy Jack’ Haynes will face trial next month on charges connected to the death of his wife earlier this year.

Haynes will stand trial on April 11, on charges of Murder in the Second Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. These charges are in relation to the death of his wife Janette Becraft, 85, who died in Portland, Oregon, several weeks ago. 

Billy Jack Haynes Arrest

Haynes was arrested in February 2024 after the authorities were called following gunfire being heard by neighbors. A tense standoff with officers ended as Haynes “eventually came out” of his home and was detained. 

Authorities who searched his home later confirmed that the body in his home was that of Becraft. In a statement, Portland PD said that Haynes was taken to a local hospital under police custody after the arrest for a medical condition unrelated to the homicide. He was officially charged with second degree murder last week. 

Billy Jack Haynes in Wrestling

Trained by the legendary Stu Hart, Haynes broke into the wrestling business in the 80s and joined the World Wrestling Federation in 1986. Haynes feuded with Randy Savage over the Intercontinental Championship and later with Hercules Hernandez over who was stronger. Haynes and Hernandez fought in the ‘Battle of the Full Nelsons’ at WrestleMania 3, as both men used this move as a signature hold.

Haynes left the WWF in early 1988 under some controversy. In one version of his exit, Haynes quit the WWF after refusing to do a job in his hometown of Portland. Another telling of his exit said that he wrestled the match and the finish and was fired afterward.

AEW Revolution 2024: Tony Khan Shares Heartfelt Statement Ahead of Sting’s Last Match

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AEW President Tony Khan will always appreciate what Sting has done for AEW, as made clear in a statement ahead of tonight’s AEW Revolution 2024 event. 

At tonight’s show, Sting will compete in his final wrestling match. The Icon announced in October that he planned to retire at AEW Revolution 2024, three years on from making his wrestling debut for AEW at the same event. Sting and Darby Allin will defend the AEW World Tag Team Championships against Matthew and Nicholas Jackson, formerly known as the Young Bucks.

Tony Khan on Sting

The prospect of Sting’s retirement has led to countless wrestlers and fans reflecting on their favorite moments from the Icon. Taking to Twitter, Tony Khan gave a heartfelt statement about Sting.

“Tomorrow night, Sunday, March 3, the Greensboro Coliseum in North Carolina will be packed for AEW: Revolution, and fans from around the world will be watching live on pay-per-view to witness the well-deserved sendoff for professional wrestling’s most enduring icon: @Sting.

“Sting first contacted me about All Elite Wrestling in 2020, expressing interest in a comeback. Seizing the opening, I convinced him to make a surprise return to TNT, 25 years after his first appearance on the network, at AEW Dynamite: Winter Is Coming.

“Sting in AEW would fit like a glove. The Stinger had kept himself in incredible condition, and for his return to the ring, I recommended a partnership that grew to be a bond far stronger than any wrestling hold. In our early phone conversations about a comeback, I told Sting that I saw a great deal of him in a tremendous young wrestler named Darby Allin, and I thought that they could be a great team, although I never imagined what close friends they’d become outside the ring as well. Sting’s surprise arrival in AEW kicked off a mentor-protégé relationship with Darby Allin, which led to a tag team street fight at AEW: Revolution 2021 against Team Taz, Ricky Starks and Brian Cage, as Sting stepped in the ring again for the first time in years. Sting and Darby continued teaming in exciting matches for years to come on TNT and TBS, leaping off of stages, balconies, and ladders with reckless abandon as they accumulated an undefeated record. Finally, they captured the AEW World Tag Team Championship, and they went to bask in the glory of a victory celebration with Sting’s family, only to have the timeless moment stolen in an abominable attack by AEW’s jealous EVPs, Matthew and Nicholas Jackson, going against everything that the company is meant to represent when they desecrated a legend and hurt Sting’s loved ones. And now, at AEW: Revolution, this Sunday, 3 years after the comeback began, it all comes down to one last grudge match, The Final Showtime: Sting and Darby Allin defending the AEW World Tag Team Championship against Matthew and Nicholas Jackson, the Young Bucks. Before we all gather on Sunday to witness the culmination of one of the greatest runs in wrestling history, the AEW locker room and Sting’s family wanted to share their favorite memories in tribute to The Icon himself. We cannot thank him enough for everything he’s given us over his nearly 40-year career.”

AEW Revolution 2024

AEW Revolution will take place on Sunday, March 3, from the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, NC. Here is how the card currently stands.

  • Sting and Darby Allin (c) (with Ric Flair) vs. The Young Bucks (Matthew Jackson and Nicholas Jackson) (AEW World Tag Team Championship)
  • Orange Cassidy (c) vs. Roderick Strong (with Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) (AEW International Championship)
  • “Timeless” Toni Storm (c) (with Mariah May and Luther) vs. Deonna Purrazzo (AEW Women’s World Championship)
  • Eddie Kingston (c) vs. Bryan Danielson (Continental Crown Championship, If Bryan loses, he must shake Kingston’s hand)
  • Will Ospreay vs. Konosuke Takeshita
  • Christian Cage (c) (with Killswitch, Mother Wayne, and “The Prodigy” Nick Wayne) vs. Daniel Garcia (AEW TNT Championship)
  • Wardlow vs. Powerhouse Hobbs vs. Lance Archer (Meat Madness)
  • FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) vs. Blackpool Combat Club (Jon Moxley and Claudio Castagnoli)
  • Samoa Joe (c) vs. “Hangman” Adam Page vs. Swerve Strickland (with Prince Nana) (AEW World Championship)

Did AEW Tease The Arrival of Mercedes Mone On The 3/2 Episode of Collision?

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A comment made on this week’s episode of AEW Collision has caught the attention of fans with many believing it was a nod to Mercedes Mone. 

The March 2, episode of Collision served as the go-home show before tonight’s AEW Revolution 2024 pay-per-view. That show will take place at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. The show will mark the retirement of Sting, whose AEW World Tag Team Title match with Darby Allin against The Young Bucks will be the last bout in the Icon’s legendary career. 

Serena Deeb’s Promo 

During this week’s Collision, Serena Deeb had a promo in which she addressed her impressive record in AEW. The veteran dubbed herself “The Professor of Professional Wrestling” and “The Woman of 1000 Holds,” the latter being a nod to AEW’s Dean Malenko. With that said, it was the final line of her promo that caught the attention of fans as she made a challenge. 

“Test yourself against the most elite wrestler, because I’ll be here each and every week showing the world that nobody can do what I do in the ring and why I am ‘The Final Boss.”

Merced Mone Teased? 

This line about being the ‘final boss’ has led many to speculate that Deeb will soon share the ring with Mercedes Mone. The ex-Superstar is expected to debut on the ‘Big Business’ episode of AEW Dynamite that’ll take place on March 13. 

In promotional material, the term ‘Bo$$ton’ can be found, with fans seeing this as further proof that Mone, known affectionately as ‘The Boss’ will be debuting. Mone is reportedly already under contract with AEW and has been for some time.

Tiffany Stratton Takes Center Stage: WWE Anticipating Growing Fan Support

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WWE called up a few NXT Superstars over the last twelve months, but few have made an impression like Tiffany Stratton. At this point, fans can’t wait to see her do her thing, and WWE could have big plans for her as well. 

Tiffany Stratton’s WWE Main Roster Reception

Sean Ross Sapp noted on Fightful Select that Tiffany Stratton and Naomi were initially allocated two segments for their match but ended up occupying a total of nine minutes, encompassing entrances and the match’s conclusion, including commercial breaks.

We previously reported that this match needed to be trimmed down due to The Rock’s segment going so long. That was not in the plan, but they made things work.

The report also noted that Tiffany Stratton’s reception and reactions have been a topic of conversation within WWE circles. This has certainly been noticed by the office, as Stratton continues receiving great responses.

While her responses have garnered surprise from some, there is an increasing anticipation for them leading into future shows. At this point, they are ready for Stratton’s reception, and it is also somewhat expected. 

What’s Next For Tiffany Stratton

Tiffany Stratton is a former NXT Women’s Champion, and she only lost that belt because Becky Lynch needed a run with the title. She had a breakthrough performance at the 2024 Women’s Royal Rumble, where her #29 entry marked her main roster call-up. She also impressed a ton of fans with her stay in the Elimination Chamber in Perth.

Now that Stratton is on the main roster, it appears that it could be Tiffy Time a lot more often.

SEScoops will have continued coverage of Tiffany Stratton’s career, and everything else in the pro wrestling world. Keep checking back for more updates. 

How WWE Made Up For The Rock SmackDown Segment Going Way Over Time

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The Rock is back in WWE, and he’s getting a tremendous amount of heat. Never to be beaten, WWE fans also have figured out a new way to let him know how much they care, while bringing back an old favorite chant.

Sean Ross Sapp noted on Fightful Select that, during The Rock and Roman Reigns segments, blackouts and muting occurred due to the presence of “Die Rocky Die” signs and chants. Additionally, a sign referencing “Rock shops at BALCO” was removed. BALCO, a business implicated in a sports steroid scandal in the 2000s, was the subject of this sign.

The Rock’s segment with Roman Reigns exceeded its allotted time by over ten minutes. As a consequence, Naomi’s entrance and other elements were omitted from the broadcast.

Die Rocky Die

As we previously reported, Die Rocky Die also trended on social media. This was quite a shock, and the fact that WWE and FOX censored the sign and chant means that fans will probably just keep doing it.

This fan chant is a throwback, but a lot of things have changed since the late 90s when it was somewhat acceptable to chant that at Dwayne Johnson in WWE.

What’s Next For The Rock

WrestleMania 40 night one will see The Rock and Roman Reigns team up against Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins in tag team action. If the heels win, then it will be Bloodline rules for the Undisputed Universal Title match at WrestleMania’s second night. If Cody and Seth win, then the Bloodline will be barred from ringside.

The Rock is certainly getting a lot of heat, and we are here for it. Hopefully, fans know it’s all in good fun, but any chant that wishes death upon someone could be taken seriously.

SEScoops will keep our eye on this story, and everything else on the road to WrestleMania. Only time will tell what fans come up with next, and how much of it will need to be censored. 

Latest on Braun Strowman’s Health Status Nine Months After Neck Fusion Surgery

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It’s still unclear as to when Braun Strowman will compete again, but there is some good news for the Monster Among Men. 

It was in June of last year that Strowman underwent neck fusion surgery which has kept the former Universal Champion out of action ever since. That same month, Strowman admitted he had been struggling to be away from the ring saying that the situation was hard for him mentally as well as physically. While Strowman teased returning as part of the 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble match, that did not transpire. 

Latest on Braun Strowman

During a recent Fightful Select Q&A, Sean Ross Sapp was asked about Strowman’s situation. Sapp was pleased to state that Strowman is doing better than one would anticipate for the SmackDown Superstar. 

“Someone in January implied that he would be back soon and I was thinking ‘surely not’ but then I followed up and was told that “he’s doing way better than anticipated.”

Braun Strowman Out of the Ring

While Strowman hasn’t competed in close to a year, the Monster Among Men has been active outside of the ring, Strowman, among other Superstars, got tattoos in memory of Bray Wyatt in August of last year, in memory of the late wrestler who died aged 36. 

More recently, Strowman surprised fans at the WWE Experience in Saudi Arabia. On social media, Strowman expressed gratitude to participate at the Riyadh event and said he was honored to make the trip.

GoFundMe Created To Help Virgil’s Family With Funeral Services

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The wrestling world lost Virgil earlier this week as the once-bodyguard of Ted DiBiase passed away after being diagnosed with dementia in 2022 and later suffering several strokes, two of which occured in February.

Virgil, real name Michael Jones, was reported to pass away peacefully with family around him but another unfortunate aspect to this loss is that Jones didn’t have life insurance and funeral expenses are beholden to he family.

Mark Charles III, a close friend of Jones, was with Virgil during his passing and happened to set up a GoFundMe to help out the family during a difficult time.

“On February 28, 2024, the world lost our favorite WWE bodyguard, Virgil, after a long and difficult health struggle. Unfortunately, Virgil passed without being covered by life insurance, and the Jones family is asking for financial help to put him to his final rest. The bill is due on March 11, 2024, so if you’d like to donate, Virgil’s family will be forever grateful.

“Whether you were an 80s WWF kid at heart or you’re nWo 4 LIFE, whether you loved him best as Virgil, Vincent, or even Soul Train Jones, let’s send him off with the hero’s farewell he deserves.”

“This fundraiser is organized by Mark Charles III on behalf of Michael Jones’ sister, Toni Jones, and her family.”

Virgil, a Pittsburgh native, was initially reported to have passed away at the age of 61 but conflicting reports out of Pittsburgh have him actually aged at 72. 

You can help Virgil’s family by donating here.

Fan Reaction To Tiffany Stratton Has Caught Many In WWE By Surprise

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Higher-ups within WWE are always on the hunt for the next top star, and have been surprised by the reaction to Tiffany Stratton. 

The reaction to Stratton has come as a surprise to many within WWE, Fightful Select reports. It is added that WWE is anticipating the vocal response from the fans going forward with their events. 

Tiffany Down Under

Stratton’s popularity was hard to ignore during the WWE Elimination Chamber 2024 event from Perth, Australia. The former WWE NXT Women’s Champion competed in her first Chamber match at the event, and the fans were behind her from the get-go. 

Fans chanted for Stratton while she was in her pod and her spots in the match, including a Senton off the top of a pod, were also impressive. Despite this, it was Becky Lynch who won the match, earning a Women’s World Championship match at WrestleMania 40. 

Tiffany Stratton in WWE

Stratton signed with WWE in August 2021 as the only woman in her class of recruits to the WWE Performance Center. After debuting on 205 Live in November, she would join WWE NXT the following month. 

In May 2023, Stratton captured the NXT Women’s Championship in a tournament that saw her defeat Gigi Dolin, Roxanne Perez, and Lyra Valkyria. That same year, she entered a well-regarded feud with Becky Lynch that saw The Man capture the NXT Women’s title. 

After an impressive outing in the 2024 Women’s Royal Rumble match, Stratton was signed to SmackDown on the immediate episode of the blue brand. That same night, she defeated ‘Michin’ Mia Yim in her main roster debut. 

Jade Cargill Teases Involvement in WrestleMania 40 Feud After 3/1 SmackDown Appearance

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Jade Cargill made her presence felt on this week’s SmackDown and we may be seeing more of the impressive talent as we get closer to WrestleMania 40. 

During this week’s SmackDown, Dakota Kai turned on Bayley and made clear that she was on the side of Damage CTRL. This came after Bayley and Kai challenged the Kabuki Warriors for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships. Kai, Asuka, Kairi Sane, and IYO SKY delivered a sickening four-on-one attack on the 2024 Women’s Royal Rumble winner.

Jade Cargill Responds

Jade Cargill was also a part of this week’s SmackDown and came face to face with IYO SKY. The inaugural AEW TBS Champion once again exhumed confidence as she has throughout her wrestling career. 

Taking to Twitter after SmackDown, Jade Cargill said what happened on the show was not right and said that someone like IYO SKY shouldn’t be holding a “belt” for acting this way. Moments later, the ex-AEW star corrected herself, stating that the WWE Women’s Champion held by SKY is “MY belt.”

Jade Cargill Involved? 

Cargill’s comments certainly imply that she’s supporting Bayley in this feud. It isn’t beyond the realms of possibility that Cargill could get physical and back the Role Model up. It’d certainly be fitting for Cargill to have a role on the road to WrestleMania, given that WWE clearly sees her as a potential top star. 

Jade Cargill on SmackDown

Cargill appeared on SmackDown shortly after signing with WWE in 2023. During her segment, she came face-to-face with Charlotte Flair. At the time, it was speculated that a feud was being planned, potentially with a match at WrestleMania. If that was the plan, it’ll have been scrapped as Flair will miss most of 2023 due to a leg injury. 

Jeff Hardy Has Slow Process To Endure Before AEW In-Ring Return After Injury

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Jeff Hardy and Sammy Guevara’s match on Rampage last week didn’t end the way anyone wanted it to. Guevara accidentally landed on Hardy’s face off a top rope move, and controversy was sparked from there. Now, we have a bit of an update on Jeff’s status.

AEW had to switch around plans for Jeff Hardy after that injury spot. It was reported that he did not sustain a concussion, but that broken nose still wasn’t a great thing at all. Matt Hardy has another look at the situation from his own point of view.

Jeff Hardy Update

During a recent episode of Matt Hardy’s Extreme Life of Matt Hardy podcast, he opened up about his brother’s condition. He said that Jeff broke his nose, and he’s getting some tests done now.

The process is not a fast one, and Jeff Hardy will be out of action until he gets a green light from the doctor. Now, it is a waiting game at this point.

“Obviously, Jeff’s nose, as I said, it was broken, had a couple little breaks in it. He’s getting some tests done on his sinuses to see how his sinuses are doing. It’s not a fast project. These things move slow, but we’re just trying to make sure his health is first and foremost and putting that above everything else. So that’s the main thing kind of to update on the status of him.”

The Footage Went Viral

That spot went viral, as fan footage of the match spread online in a hurry after Guevara’s knee landed on Hardy’s face. That was not the way that spot was supposed to end at all. Now, Jeff is out of action.

Sadly, AEW issued a bunch of takedown notices for any video that leaked of Jeff Hardy’s injury. They are known to do that, and they struck again with DCMA takedowns. 

SEScoops will have continued coverage of this story, and many more in the pro wrestling world. We will have to see how long Jeff Hardy is out of action, but fans are not 100% thrilled about the circumstances. 

Sting Reveals Thought Process Before Dropping From Rafters During Final AEW Appearance Before Retirement

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AEW fans were surprised to finally see Sting do his famous entrance from the ceiling during his final appearance on AEW Dynamite. He will wrestle for the final time at AEW Revolution on March 3rd.

The throwback entrance on AEW Dynamite was a fitting way for Sting to wrap up his in-ring career. He hadn’t done that stunt for a long time, and greatly nixed it after Owen Hart’s passing when he died doing a similar stunt.

Sting Opens Up About The Stunt

Sting opened up about bringing back that lost entrance as he spoke to ESPN. The 64-year-old Hall of Famer explained to the outlet what went through his head when he did that entrance one final time.

“You climb and step over that rail, and it’s like, ‘It’s time to let go now. I used to say my sphincter muscle gets very tight in those moments. And it does. It can be scary. I had one little pang when I was up there. It was like a 30-second pang when I realized I’m getting ready to do this here again.

“We’re having this casual conversation. ‘All right, you ready to go?’ I’m ready. Let’s go.”

Tony Khan received permission from Dr. Martha Hart before they did this stunt with Sting. Of course, Owen Hart tragically lost his life in 1999 at WWE Over the Edge when a repelling spot from the rafters went wrong.

AEW Revolution 2024 Card

AEW Revolution should be a fantastic night of pro wrestling, and a historic one at that. You may check out the card for the event below.

  • Julia Hart and Skye Blue vs. Kris Statlander and Willow Nightingale (with Stokely Hathaway) – Zero Hour Tag team match
  • Sting and Darby Allin (c) (with Ric Flair) vs. The Young Bucks (Matthew Jackson and Nicholas Jackson) – Tornado tag team match for the AEW World Tag Team Championship (Note: This will be Sting’s retirement match.)
  • Orange Cassidy (c) vs. Roderick Strong (with Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) – Singles match for the AEW International Championship
  • Samoa Joe (c) vs. “Hangman” Adam Page vs. Swerve Strickland (with Prince Nana) – Three-way match for the AEW World Championship
  • “Timeless” Toni Storm (c) (with Mariah May and Luther) vs. Deonna Purrazzo – Singles match for the AEW Women’s World Championship
  • Eddie Kingston (c) vs. Bryan Danielson – Singles match for the Continental Crown Championship (Note: If Danielson loses, he has to shake Kingston’s hand.)
  • Will Ospreay vs. Konosuke Takeshita – Singles match
  • Christian Cage (c) (with Killswitch, Mother Wayne, and “The Prodigy” Nick Wayne) vs. Daniel Garcia – Singles match for the AEW TNT Championship
  • FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) vs. Blackpool Combat Club (Jon Moxley and Claudio Castagnoli) – Tag team match
  • Chris Jericho vs. Wardlow vs. Powerhouse Hobbs vs. Lance Archer vs. Hook vs. Brian Cage vs. Magnus vs. TBD – All-Star Scramble match (Note: The winner will receive a future AEW World Championship match.)
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