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Cody Crybabies: Watch The Rock Cut an Epic Heel Promo On Cody Rhodes Fans

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The Rock is in Las Vegas for the WrestleMania kickoff press conference, and fans can’t wait to see what goes down. As #WeWantCody intensifies, it is evident that The Rock’s return to WWE wasn’t a last-minute decision. He also had quite a promo to cut on fans who do not want to see him taking Cody Rhodes’s spot at WrestleMania 40.

Cody won two Royal Rumble matches in a row, and it appeared that he was calling his shot to face Roman Reigns again this year. Then, The Rock returned to re-start a dormant dream match idea, one that he wanted to pull the trigger on this year at WrestleMania. In the meantime, Cody has now said that he landed on a decision for WrestleMania.

The Rock Cuts Promo on Cody Crybabies

The Rock realizes that fans are not happy about this, as he’s noticed his inbox and his mentions on social media. The trends are unavoidable, and WWE fans are blowing up social media with their opinions about this match. It doesn’t seem like The Rock cares, and he’s playing up the heel character.

During an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, The Rock called upset fans “Cody crybabies.” Then he mocked “grown ass men” complaining that Cody can’t finish his story. He did so while taking on a baby voice.

The Great One then made it clear that there are three types of people in this situation, but those Cody crybabies definitely took up a majority of his focus.

“At the end of the day, you’ve got the Cody crybabies, you’ve got the Cody fans, and you’ve got Cody himself. And there’s a clear distinction between the three. But, The Rock says this those Cody crybabies who ever 10 tweets they’re shoving a chicken McNugget in their mouth, for every 20 tweets they’re shoving two McNuggets up their ass, The Rock says this: all you’ve gotta do is sit back, shut your mouth, and enjoy the ride The Rock is gonn take your candy asses on. So hashtag that.”

When The Rock Called His WrestleMania 40 Shot

After asking around days later, I received an additional note that said, “No chance this changes unless The Rock backs out. This has been The Rock calling the shot since January 1st.” That is when Rock showed up on the Day 1 episode of RAW and made his first head of the table comment.

When I asked if any of this fan backlash will change these prospective WrestleMania plans, I was told, “there’s no chance in hell.” The Rock is the only man who can make that change, as this WrestleMania match was also part of his $30 million TKO Board of Directors appointment.

A tenured member of the creative team later told me, “We have not been told of any change. That doesn’t mean the plan hasn’t changed. Or won’t change. Or this is all a plan anyway. It just means we’re not being told.”

What’s Next for The Rock?

Dwayne Johnson is the only man who can change WWE’s WrestleMania booking plan. He promised that the WrestleMania press conference at the T-Mobile Arena will be historic. Only time will tell exactly how it all pans out in the end, but that “Cody crybabies” line isn’t going to win him many fans.

It appears that The Rock doesn’t care about being a heel. The Rock’s character exists in the first place because he let loose and really started to cut promos on fans. That Cody crybabies line is one that might come up on this road to WrestleMania, as The Rock urges fans to #ShutYourMouth.

WWE’s WrestleMania press conference in Las Vegas’s T-Mobile Arena tonight will be quite a show. SE Scoops will have coverage of the event.

Sting Was Against AEW World Tag Team Championship Win

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Sting is a champion in wrestling mere weeks away from the end of his career, but he would have been happy ending his career without this title win. 

The Icon and Darby All won the titles on this week’s Dynamite, ending the reign of Big Bill & Ricky Starks. The former champions had held the titles since the October 7, 2023, edition of AEW Collision, where they dethroned the record-holding two-time champions FTR. 

Sting Against World Tag Title Win

Sting was adamantly against winning the AEW World Tag Team Championships for a long time, Fightful Select reports. The WWE/TNA Hall of Famer was also against the idea of competing for them. Some people in AEW argued that from their point of view, Sting and Allin’s undefeated record as a team meant they had to get a title shot. Tony Khan recently announced they were introducing its ranking system. This system aims to provide a sense of legitimacy to the company’s matches by ensuring those who win the most receive championship opportunities. 

The decision for Sting and Allin to win the AEW World Tag Team Championships “was made well in advance” and Sting went along with it. Sources said that the Icon was “all smiles” after the match backstage. This victory marks Sting’s first championship victory since 2011. 

What’s Next? 

After their victory, Sting and Darby Allin were attacked by the Young Bucks, and the two teams are expected to face off at next month’s Revolution pay-per-view. Fightful adds that The planned Revolution location was changed from the midwest to Greensboro to fit Sting’s send-off. 

Why did the Young Bucks attack Sting and Darby Allin on this week’s Dynamite… 

Cody Rhodes Has Made A Decision About His WWE WrestleMania 40 Match

Aaron Varble
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Cody Rhodes won the 2023 and 2024 Royal Rumble event. He took on Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 39, and while it was thought that he would face Reigns again this year, The Rock stepped into the picture in a big way. All this time, Cody has yet to make a decision about his WrestleMania match.

Cody Makes A Decision

Cody Rhodes posted on his Instagram story to reveal that he has made his big WrestleMania decision. Of course, the choice is whether he will face Seth Rollins or Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40.

“I’ve made my decision.”

@AmericanNightmareCody

WWE WrestleMania Press Conference In Las Vegas

WWE has a big press conference event scheduled for tonight at 7:00 PM EST. The show will go down in Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, a location that proves how long the company has had these plans in the works.

During Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer noted that WWE actually booked the T-Mobile Arena far in advance. This event wasn’t a late addition to anyone’s schedule.

“They had booked T-Mobile for Thursday with The Rock long ago, like someone there mentioned it in passing. It was, ‘it’s not like you can get T-Mobile Arena four days in advance for something that we’re changing.’ This thing was booked way in advance. This thing was, you know when I mentioned January 3rd, to make a date and have an agreement on January 3rd, there was pretty much an understanding well before that. They kept that one quiet. However it plays out, whatever it is, it’s working.”

Current Status Of WrestleMania 40 Main Event

In case you’re wondering, WWE has not changed their idea about The Rock vs Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40. The idea was floated out there by Dave Meltzer that WWE may have Roman Reigns wrestle The Rock on one night and then Cody Rhodes on another night of WrestleMania. I am awaiting confirmation to see whether that option was ever on the table.

I was explicitly told that The Rock acting as a special referee or WWE booking a triple threat match was never on the table for serious consideration. We will have to see what direction they go, but fans should be ready for a wild ride regardless.

Dave Batista Hopes to Make Directorial Debut in 2025

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Dave Batista has made quite the name for himself on the silver screen and now the WWE legend hopes to take a step behind the camera. 

After proving a powerhouse in the ring, Batista has become a powerhouse in Hollywood thanks to roles in major franchises including Guardians of the Galaxy, James Bond, and Dune. The Animal has also taken on smaller projects to critical acclaim, including Glass Onion, and Knock at the Cabin. 

Batista Behind the Camera

Batista’s next major film role will see him reprise the character of Glossu Rabban for Dune: Part Two. Sitting down with Screen Rant to discuss the new film, Batista shared his desire to direct, which has been a goal of him for some time. 

“I’ve wanted to direct for years. For a while, I was looking for a project that I could direct because it’s got to be very contained. I’m not looking to be a blockbuster director. I want to direct what I like.

“As a fan, I really am drawn to indie dramas. I like inspiring stories. I like deep emotional stories. For years I looked for a script, the right one for me, and I finally just came up with my own idea. So now I’m searching for writers but I will. My plan is to sometime in 2025 direct my first film.”

Batista in WWE

The Animal’s final match came at WrestleMania 35 and saw Batista lose to Evolution mentor Triple H. While Batista was named for the 2020 WWE Hall of Fame class, his induction has been postponed. 

Dune: Part Two releases in cinemas next month. 

H/T – Fightful

LA Knight Couldn’t Care Less About WWE WrestleMania 40 Main Event Controversy Because He’s Not In It

Aaron Varble
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WWE fans all over are talking about the WrestleMania main event. The Rock returned to presumably take Cody Rhodes’ spot against Roman Reigns, and people aren’t happy. Trends started as the WWE Universe is crying for Cody Rhodes to get his spot back, but odds are the match won’t change. If you ask LA Knight, he couldn’t care less.

LA Knight drew a ton of attention in 2023, and he sold a lot of merchandise as well. It’s WrestleMania season, and he is concentrated on securing a good match on the showcase of the immortals. That concentration doesn’t allow him to focus on other people’s matters.

LA Knight Speaks On WrestleMania Main Event

Knight said on Wes and Walker that it doesn’t matter to him who is in the WrestleMania main event match. He’s not in that match, and he is focused on his role at the show of shows, and making the biggest impression he can. 

It’s always exciting to have someone like The Rock come back, and fans are engaged. The more eyes that The Rock brings in only means that they will also see Knight in whatever match he lands on the show of shows. 

“Doesn’t really make a difference to me. Doesn’t affect me. I’m not involved in it, I don’t care. If any one of them ends up coming out as WWE Champion, then that’s the guy I’m aiming for. Is it always cool to have a guy like The Rock come in? Sure it is. Now you have a major movie star, a major star just in the world. A pop culture icon, you could say. To bring that in, you’re bringing in brand name recognition to where it might bring in extra eyes from the outside who might not otherwise be there.

If that’s the case, okay, I’m not arguing against that. It means more eyes on me, more eyes on SmackDown, more eyes on everything. In that regard, it’s not a bad thing. Some people are going to look down on it, some people aren’t. It’s not for everybody, but that’s the beauty of what we do, there is a little something for everybody. At the end of the day, in my regard, it really doesn’t make much difference to me. If Cody ends up being the champion, Roman Reigns is the champion, The Rock is champion, I’m still gunning for each and every one on them.”

WWE’s Plan for LA Knight at WrestleMania 40 

LA Knight does not have a match announced for WrestleMania 40 yet. There are several ways to go with him, and I can confirm that a title match has been one of those ideas. That doesn’t guarantee him a spot in a secondary title match, because there are a lot of options for him.

I was told by a tenured member of the creative team that there are “a lot of matches are being discussed for Mania, that’s one idea, but there are many more, too.” The important part is getting on the showcase of the immortals in the first place, which is something LA Knight aims to accomplish. 

WWE has a massive WrestleMania kickoff press conference scheduled for Las Vegas tonight. The event starts at 7:00 PM EST, and we will have full coverage of the show at SE Scoops. Perhaps, LA Knight will be around to jumpstart his own road to WrestleMania 40.

‘Johnny Loves Taya’: AEW Announces New Rom-Com YouTube Series For Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and AEW is introducing a new series on their YouTube channel with the theme of romance and comedy, featuring Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie.

Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie’s relationship blossomed in the world of pro wrestling and they are among several other couples whose love stories bloomed in the industry. The couple tied the knot in June 2018 after being in a relationship for two years. The duo has performed in several promotions and currently performing in AEW. 

Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie to star in new AEW series

The official AEW Twitter/X account made the announcement of the brand new series for their YouTube channel which will star real-life wrestling couple and AEW stars, Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie. A short teaser has already dropped on the platform which gives a sneak peek for the fans. 

In addition to this, the show has been billed as the debut of first wrestling romantic comedy on Valentine’s Day with new episodes releasing every week. The show will premiere on Valentine’s Day, February 14.

“Coming to #AEW’s YouTube channel on Valentine’s Day, it’s Johnny Loves Taya!
Watch the debut of wrestling’s first romantic comedy on Wednesday, February 14th, with new episodes every week
@TheRealMorrison
@TheTayaValkyrie.”

Recently, Johnny TV accompanied her wife Taya Valkyrie, who squared off against Deonna Purrazzo on Dynamite. Valkyrie endured a defeat against Purrazzo, who has moved one step closer to getting a shot at the AEW Women’s title against former best friend, Toni Storm. In the final moments of the match, Purrazzo executed a double arm lock as Valkyrie submitted. 

NXT Star Amari Miller No Longer With WWE, Calls Out Haters Who Wanted Her To Fail

Aaron Varble
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WWE Superstars can’t stick around the company forever, and it appears that one regular on NXT is now off to start her next chapter in life.

Amari Miller announced her departure from WWE NXT, stating that neither party opted to renew her contract, marking the end of her three-year tenure. 

Miller started off this story by writing, “Picking up my Crown and going into my next chapter.” Then she had a much longer explanation about her departure.

While expressing gratitude for the opportunities and lessons received during her time with WWE, she acknowledged that her journey with the company has concluded. Miller remains open to the possibility of returning to wrestling in the future but is prepared to explore new opportunities. 

She also revealed her new ring name, Cameron Clay, in the process.

Amari Miller Addresses Her WWE Departure

Miller says her 3-year contract was up and she wasn’t offered a new deal.

“So today, WWE and I have parted ways, neither one of us decided to resign another contract, so my 3 years are up,” she wrote. “I am beyond grateful of what they have given me and taught me, but my journey there has come to an end, when a door closes one door opens!” 

Miller says she’s not sure if she’ll continue wrestling. She thanked the coaches who trained her and the fans who supported her, and took a dig at the ‘bullsh*t’ haters who wished for her to fail.

“Thank you Coaches, WWE and the fans who actually supported me and not the fans who were bullsh*t!. Wishing me bad during my career lol. Much love! “

Amari Miller’s WWE NXT departure announcement via her Instagram Story @

Amari Miller’s Personal Struggles

Unfortunately, Miller encountered personal challenges, including struggles with depression and a dark period where she attempted suicide last year. Signs of her potential departure from WWE emerged on her Instagram profile, where she removed all references to the company and reverted to using her real name. Fans observed these changes, leading to speculation about her relationship with WWE.

What’s Next For Amari Miller

Despite facing challenges and negative feedback from certain fans throughout her career, she expressed appreciation for the support received from coaches, WWE, and genuine fans. Moving forward, she looks forward to embarking on the next chapter of her life.

We will keep a close eye on the pro wrestling landscape, just in case any more releases come around. It is possible that Amari Miller’s departure is an isolated incident, because nobody wants another string of roster cuts, especially on the road to WrestleMania.

Scott D’Amore Had Issues With TNA Wrestling Management Before His Firing

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Scott D’Amore was fired from TNA Wrestling in a shocking turn of evens. Few saw this move coming, especially the roster. Now, we are getting a bit more information about what happened.

Why TNA Wrestling Fired Scott D’Amore

TNA Wrestling is just coming off a successful re-branding. There is a lot more interest in the company now, and Scott D’Amore spearheaded that shift. Sadly, he won’t be around anymore to see the company further into that next phase.

During Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer mentioned that he had heard Scott D’Amore had issues with Anthem management, because they wanted to produce the show on the cheap, and that was a disagreement.

“It was coming back, it was getting more popular, but their whole thing was to just have a product, tape television. Fulfill your pay-per-views, your streaming stuff, and do it as cheaply as possible. And you know whether that is the reason of the split that they, you know, that was it, or there was some other thing that we don’t know. I’m sure it’ll be out in the next couple of days. That was one thing that I had heard from people is that was a dispute he had with management.”

TNA Wrestling Offered Talent Releases

The recent firing of D’Amore by TNA Wrestling after a successful re-branding has sparked some confusion. This topic was discussed by talent in two video conferences on Wednesday, with one reportedly becoming quite hectic.

During those discussions, it was mentioned that some talent expressed dissatisfaction with the situation. Tommy Dreamer then suggested that those interested in discussing their release from the company do so privately. It was also noted that top talent like Jorydnee Grace likely won’t be granted their releases, but only time will tell what happens.

Following the announcement of D’Amore’s departure, the atmosphere reportedly became chaotic, as many were loyal to him. Kim instructed everyone to mute their lines, and it is believed that some talents were permitted to voice their concerns.

SE Scoops will have continued updates on TNA Wrestling and Scott D’Amore’s next move. Some TNA talent may not be happy about this, but they will have to wait and see what happens after this, along with everyone else.

Young Bucks Addresses Their Attack On Sting & Darby Allin

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The Young Bucks recently explained their actions on this week’s AEW Dynamite as they brutally attacked Sting and Darby Allin.

On last night’s edition of AEW Dynamite, Sting and Darby Allin defeated Ricky Starks and Big Bill to capture the AEW World Tag Team Championship. This marks ‘The Icon’s first title run in the promotion.

The show also received an overrun for the match, which saw thrilling spots, including Sting and Allin hitting Big Bill with multiple Stinger Splashes in the corner. Allin also hit a Coffin Drop on Big Bill to the outside.

In the final moments, Sting executed a Scorpion Death Drop on Starks and captured the tag-team titles. 

However, their celebration didn’t last long as the Young Bucks (Matthew and Nicholas Jackson) brutally attacked the new champions.

Young Bucks explain their actions

In a digital exclusive, The Young Bucks commented on their decision to attack the new champs. Apparently, Matthew felt guilty. However, Nicholas noted that they did what they had to do.

Matthew Jackson: What a bummer, man, that Sting and Darby forced our hand and made us do that. That was terrible, I feel awful. Sting’s a freaking legend, and Darby’s a sweet dude.

Nicholas Jackson: He’s an icon. But you know what, as EVPs, we have to do the tough things. We have to make the tough decisions. It’s just business, and we had to do it. There’s no one else in this company that would do what we just did.

“MJ: We gotta protect what’s ours, guys. I hope you understand.

NJ: This is our baby.

MJ: Sting, I hope you feel better.

NJ: This isn’t Sting’s baby.

MJ: Darby, I hope you feel better.

NJ: He’s just happy making a payday. We had to deal with business, and business was that. We had to take care of business.

MJ: We messed up our suits, too. What the hell, guys?

NJ: How the hell are we gonna get this blood out of our $5,000 suits?

MJ: Just really disappointed in you, guys. I called you a role model employee, Sting. Maybe I was wrong. This is what it took to get your guys’ attention? I just wanted a conversation. I just wanted to talk like men. Look at us, we’re covered in your freaking DNA now.

NJ: Business is business.

MJ: Not cool, guys. Not cool.”

We will now have to wait and see how Sting and Darby Allin react. It seems that Matthew and Nicholas might go after the AEW Tag Team titles yet again.

The Rock Rejected Saudi Arabia Match Against Roman Reigns In Favor Of WrestleMania

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WWE fans are not happy about The Rock coming back to take Cody Rhodes’ match against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40. It appears that tonight’s press conference in Las Vegas will clear up a lot of things.

The Rock called his shot at WrestleMania 40 when he returned during the Day 1 episode of RAW. This included him calling out the Head of the Table in his own way.

During Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer mentioned that there were some in WWE who thought that The Rock wrestling in Saudi Arabia was a better plan. The Rock wanted Mania, and that’s what is happening.

“Dwayne wanted it to be Mania, and that’s true. You know, there are people who thought it might be better on another show. I know people who suggested the idea of Saudi Arabia for Dwayne and Cody for WrestleMania, but Dwayne wanted WrestleMania.”

It was then stated that “whatever they are doing” for WrestleMania will very likely be made clear tomorrow at the press conference in Las Vegas. 

“Whether they do two matches, with Roman wrestling twice, or whatever to do to make this thing work, I was told that it will likely be completed by the end of the press conference. I was told that is the plan.”

The Rock seemed very confident that they have a very important event in Las Vegas. He made a very bold claim that fans will be talking about that night forever after he landed in Sin City.

The Rock’s WrestleMania 40 Booking Possibly Changing

There has been a significant amount of negative fan reaction following The Rock’s return. However, WWE has not communicated any internal guidance or instructions on how to address this fan discontent.

When I asked if any of this fan backlash will change these prospective WrestleMania plans, I was told, “there’s no chance in hell.”

After asking around a few days later, I received another note that said, “No chance this changes unless The Rock backs out. This has been The Rock calling the shot since January 1st.” That is when Rock showed up on the Day 1 episode of RAW and made his first head of the table comment.

I double-checked to ensure everything was in order. I was informed that if there are any changes, they’re being kept tightly under wraps. It seems that Roman Reigns vs The Rock is indeed on track.

It was confirmed once again to me today that Rock vs Roman is still happening as of this morning, it’s not a triple threat, and Rock is not a referee for Cody vs Roman either. 

While what unfolds in Vegas is typically kept in Vegas tomorrow’s event at the T-Mobile Arena will likely play a significant role in shaping WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia on April 6th and 7th. 

SE Scoops will have complete coverage of the entire WrestleMania kickoff press conference in Las Vegas. It may be a very important event, so you might not want to miss it.

Chelsea Green: Wrestling Isn’t About Winning To Me, It’s About Making People Feel

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Wins and losses may matter to many wrestlers, but Chelsea Green is far more concerned with making audiences feel something whenever she’s in the ring. 

Green returned to WWE at last year’s Royal Rumble though her comeback would be historic for all the wrong reasons. Green’s five-second stint in the 2023 Women’s Royal Rumble match would prove to be a record-short tenure. Despite this initial setback, Green has gone on to become a WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion. 

Chelsea Green On Wins

With her character work, Green is often a highlight of Monday Night Raw thanks to her hilarious antics, though this doesn’t always translate into wins in the ring. On the most recent edition of the Insight podcast, Green explained that her motivation in the ring is much more than getting a W. 

“Fans and wrestlers, sometimes I think that we’re all so caught up in winning. And I’m just not. I’ve been doing this [for] ten years. It’s not about winning. It’s about making people feel a certain way. And when I became the ‘Hot Mess’ in IMPACT [Wrestling] that’s when I realized. That’s when the light bulb friggin’ flashed in my face. ‘Oh wow, people don’t care.’ People don’t care when I’m cool and winning and when I won the championship. They cared that I turned crazy. They care that I feel like their crazy best friend. I feel like their crazy ex-girlfriend.”

Green then recalled receiving praise from singer-songwriter John Mayer years ago during her time as the ‘Hot Mess.’

“John Meyer sat in front of me at All In and said ‘Oh my God, you remind me of a lot of people I dated.’ That’s the feeling I want you to feel with a character. I don’t need you to go home and be ‘Wow, she’s a real winner!’ … It’s not about the winning, it’s about the way that I make them feel with whatever, my facials,  my ridiculous comments, whatever it is. And if that’s making people laugh, great. If that’s making people annoyed, even better. 

Chelsea Green on WWE’s Plan

A year on from her chaotic return at the Royal Rumble, Chelsea Green is a regular on WWE TV. Speaking on the podcast, Green admitted that what WWE had planned for her following her return differed from her ideas. 

“I had a plan, WWE had a totally different plan and I went along with it because as long as you’re giving me something to work off of, I will absolutely build a backstory. I will absolutely build this and make this into a character. Just give me a hint. Just sprinkle something that you want from me and I’ll make it something because that’s what I like to do.”

Green was ready to go all the way with her management-complaining ‘Karen’ character and even ensured that her husband Matt Cardona would be on board. 

“I tried to cut my hair like a ‘Karen’. I tried to go all the way. I wasn’t allowed [but] Matt said he’d totally be okay with it and that’s our thing. Let’s just ask each other.”

Green’s most recent match saw herself and Piper Niven lose to Natalya and Tegan Nox at this week’s WWE Main Event taping. Chelsea Green recently explained her attire at this year’s Royal Rumble event… 

For the use of quotes, please give an H/T to SE Scoops. 

Mercedes Mone Says The “Sky’s The Limit” For Her As AEW Arrival Buzz Grows

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The sky’s the limit for Mercedes Mone, and those skies could be over the arena of an AEW event if recent buzz is to be believed. 

On this week’s AEW Dynamite, Tony Khan confirmed that the March 13, episode of Dynamite will emanate from the TD Garden in Boston, MA. Both the location and the show’s name of ‘Big Business’ has led to buzz that the show will mark the AEW arrival of Mercedes Mone. 

Known as ‘The Boss’ in WWE and ‘The CEO’ of women in New Japan, Mone has seemingly already been signed to AEW and has been on AEW’s payroll since early January.  The former WWE Superstar appeared in the crowd at AEW All In last year and Tony Khan has often spoken positively about Mone. 

The Sky’s The Limit for Mercedes Mone 

Quickly after Khan’s announcement, Mone took to Twitter to share the following message: 

I remember when couldn’t pay the rent

Now I own the whole building that I’m living in

Sky’s the limit when you’re never giving in

You get in, you ride it out

And don’t look back again.

Fans may recognise this as lyrics’s the Mone’s WWE theme song ‘Sky’s The Limit’ during her tenure as Sasha Banks. Judging by the comments, many took this as another sign that Mone is soon going to be confirmed as All Elite., 

Mone has been out of action since May of last year when she suffered an ankle injury in a match with AEW/ROH’s Willow Nightingale. This injury led to an audible being called and Willow defeating Mone to become the first NJPW Strong Women’s Champion. 

Watch: WWE’s Jade Cargill Splashes Aubrey Plaza In New Mountain Dew Commercial

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It’s unclear when we’ll next see Jade Cargill compete in a WWE ring, but the ex-AEW star recently brought it to Aubrey Plaza in a Mountain Dew commercial. 

Cargill signed with WWE in September, shortly after her tenure with AEW came to an end. The former & inaugural AEW TBS Champion made her WWE TV debut on the Fastlane kick-off show and has since made appearances on WWE Raw, SmackDown, and WWE NXT. 

At the Royal Rumble PLE, Jade made her in-ring debut for WWE. Cargill was the #28 entrant in the match and would score three eliminations. After throwing out Nia Jax, Becky Lynch, and Naomi, Cargill was eliminated by the returning Liv Morgan. 

Jade Cargill’s Commercial

Of all of the women to be Jade’s first singles opponents as a WWE Superstar, actress Aubrey Plaza was unlikely to be anybody’s top pick. This week, Mountain Dew premiered a new commercial featuring Plaza to promote their Baha Blast drink. The actress, known for roles in Parks & Recreation and Scott Pilgrim speaks about having a blast no matter what, including when she’s in the ring. Jade, who is mentioned by name, then performs a dive from the top rope on Plaza. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUg1XA8-U9A

Jade Cargill Impressing Backstage

Cargill was initially going to be on the Raw brand, but it is not clear if that is the plan. Sources who spoke to SE Scoops said that Cargill was very professional at the Rumble event. People there were impressed with how well she has fit in with WWE and how quickly she has done that. 

WWE WrestleMania 40: Schedule Of Events Taking Place In Philadelphia

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WWE is coming to Philadelphia, PA for WrestleMania 40, but the City of Brotherly Love will be hosting plenty of non-WWE events. 

With WrestleMania being the biggest show of the wrestling calendar, it’s no surprise that other promotions will flock to Philadelphia where wrestling fans from around the world will be gathered.

Thursday, April 4

Cheap Heat Live will be a huge convention on the Thursday before WrestleMania and will take place at the FringeArts center in Philly. The event will feature special guests and conversations. Tickets have sold out. 

DDT Pro Wrestling will be returning to The Collective during WrestleMania week on April 4. The show will take place at 1301 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard. Tickets (of which only a few remain) can be found here. 

WaleMania will be coming to Philadelphia for the annual party mixing music and pro wrestling. The show will feature surprise guests and a performance from the platinum-selling rapper Wale. Tickets can be found here. 

Meanie Mania will be hosted by the Blue Meanie from the McCusker’s Tavern is on the corners of 17th & Shunk. The venue is just 10 minutes from the famed 2300 Arena (aka the ECW arena). Meanie Mania will feature Dr. Fisher’s Medical Weight Loss & Aesthetic Centers along with The Mind Of The Meanie Podcast.

Friday, April 5

Wrestling REVOLVER and House of Glory Wrestling will team up on the Friday at the Trinity Center for Urban Life. The show will see a title vs. title match pitting HOG’s Champion Santana against REVOLVER’s title Alex Shelley. The show will be aired on TrillerTV+ and tickets can be found here.

Ray Gootz & Josh Alba will present their ‘Big Ass Extreme Comedy Bash‘ at 2350 South Swanson Street, right next door to the historic ECW arena. The show will pay tribute to the spirit of Extreme with a no-holds-barred uncensored comedy show and will start at 11:30 pm. Attendees can “Prepare to be shocked. Prepare to be awed. But more importantly, be prepared to laugh!” The event is BYOB and tickets, starting at $20, can be found here. 

The go-home episode of WWE SmackDown before WrestleMania will take place from the Wells Fargo Center. Following this event, the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony will take place. Currently, no names have been confirmed for SmackDown or as inductees into the Hall of Fame. Tickets can be found here. 

Saturday, April 6

NXT Stand and Deliver 2024 will see the rising stars of the gold brand face off at the Wells Fargo Center. Due to the event later in the day, the show will take place with a special start time of 11:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Tickets are available here. 

WWE WrestleMania 40: Saturday, will take place later that same day. Currently, no matches have been confirmed for the show. The show will happen at a slightly earlier time than usual. 

Sunday, April 7

The Lapsed Fan will be hosting their Bozos, Biceps, and Bulls**t Brunch at the Punch Line Philly comedy club on Laurel Street. The live podcast will see hilarious comics try and predict matches and grapple with the intricacies of being a wrestling fan. Events will be hosted from 6:30 pm onwards, with $0.25 of each ticket sold benefitting the Comedy Gives Back fund. Tickets and more information can be found here. 

WWE WrestleMania 40: Sunday will take place on April 7 and like the previous day, will be at the Lincoln Financial Field. Currently, no matches have been confirmed for this specific date either. 

Monday, April 8

WWE Monday Night Raw will happen from the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. The post-Mania Raw is considered one of the most exciting and unpredictable nights of the year, thanks in part to a raucous international crowd. Tickets can be found here. 

Cody Rhodes Dominates WWE Merch Sales As The Rock Scrapes Into Top 10 Ranking

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The ‘We Want Cody’ movement has taken hold of WWE’s merchandise department, with the American Nightmare proving to be the promotion’s top seller. 

Since returning to WWE, Rhodes has consistently been among WWE’s top merchandise sellers, both at live events and online. In the face of The Rock’s return, Cody has once again come out on top when it comes to merchandise. 

Wrestle Features reports that on February 7, Rhodes merchandise made up five of the ten best-selling items on WWEShop.com. Not only does Rhodes have half the field covered, but American Nightmare merchandise holds the top three spots for best-selling merchandise.

The Rock’s new ‘People’s Champion’ shirt made it on the list but in the #10 spot. The Brahma Bull has received a hostile response from WWE fans since his return last week, with many believing he doesn’t deserve a title match with Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 over Cody Rhodes. 

What’s Next?

The Rock, Roman Reigns, and Cody Rhodes will be present at today’s WrestleMania 40 kick-off press conference. Many suspect that Rhodes will confirm who he will face at WrestleMania during this media event. Rhodes will also compete at Elimination Chamber: Perth later this month. Neither The Rock nor Roman Reigns are expected for the event.

WWE WrestleMania 40 will take place on April 6, and April 7, from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA. The show will be WWE’s fifth two-night WrestleMania, a format that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

What has Cody Rhodes had to say about the ‘We Want Cody’ movement… 

Grayson Waller Can’t Wait To See The Rock ‘Finish The Story’ at WrestleMania 40

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Grayson Waller is hoping to see a story finished at WrestleMania 40, but now the lengthy, compelling story of Cody Rhodes. 

On last week’s SmackDown, Rhodes graciously stepped aside to allow The Rock to challenge Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40. This booking decision has been reviled by fans. Despite being one of the most popular Superstars of all time, The Rock’s return is now WWE’s most-disliked YouTube video. It’s not just online that this disdain has been shown. At a WWE live event, fans booed a video showing The Rock’s return on SmackDown.

Finish the Story

While the WWE Universe is vehemently on the side of the American Nightmare, not everyone is against The Rock. On Twitter, WWE shared footage of the Great One arriving in Las Vegas for today’s press conference. In a tweet of his own, Grayson Waller welcomed the “boss,” a nod to The Rock’s role as a TKO Board member. Waller added that he hopes to see Rock “finish your story” in a nod to Cody Rhodes’ storyline. 

What’s Next? 

The Rock, Roman Reigns, and Cody Rhodes will be present at today’s WrestleMania 40 kick-off press conference. Many suspect that Rhodes will confirm who he will face at WrestleMania during this media event. Rhodes will also compete at Elimination Chamber: Perth later this month in Waller’s native Australia. Neither The Rock nor Roman Reigns are expected for the event. 

WWE WrestleMania 40 will take place on April 6, and April 7, from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, PA. The show will be WWE’s fifth two-night WrestleMania, a format that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

What has Cody Rhodes had to say about the ‘We Want Cody’ movement… 

Sting & Darby Allin Win AEW Tag Team Titles On Dynamite This Week

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Sting will wrestle his final match at AEW Revolution on March 3rd. Fans are gearing up for that big night in pro wrestling history, and it appears that Sting and Darby Allin will enter into that match as champions.

Sting & Darby Allin Win AEW Tag Team Gold

Big Bill and Ricky Starks put their AEW World Tag Team Titles on the line against Sting and Darby Allin during the February 7th episode of Dynamite. This match was the main event of the night.

AEW also received an overrun for the match, pitting the two teams against each other in a competitive tag team match. The crowd was also very excited to see the AEW World Tag Team Titles defended in such a high-stakes situation.

The match was full of good spots, including Sting and Allin nailing Big Bill with multiple Stinger Splashes in the corner. This was before Allin nailed a Coffin Drop on Big Bill to the outside.

Later on, Sting kicked out of a spear from Ricky Starks after he hit the exposed turnbuckle. Starks also hesitated a bit before landing that move. Eventually, Sting nailed a Scorpion Death Drop on Starks and won the titles.

They didn’t get to celebrate long, because the Young Bucks jumped them to end Dynamite with a beat down this week.

Sting’s Memorable Moment

Sting has won a lot of titles before in his career, but this marks his first title run in AEW. It is fitting that Sting and Darby Allin will have that run together, because the entirety of Sting’s time in AEW has been alongside the former TNT Champion.

SE Scoops will have more updates on Sting’s final weeks as an active pro wrestler. This was definitely a big night for his career.

Mercedes Mone Has Been On AEW’s Payroll For A While

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Tony Khan confirmed during the February 7th episode of AEW Dynamite that Boston’s TD Garden is getting a special episode of the company’s flagship show in March. Mercedes Mone is expected to debut in Bean Town, and there is a lot more to unpack.

How Mercedes Mone Ended Up In AEW

It was previously reported at the end of December that WWE was in talks with Mercedes Mone, but those discussions ended without an agreement, similar to previous negotiations with AEW. It was said that they hit a financial roadblock. 

However, talks with AEW carried on, and Sean Ross Sapp reported on Fightful Select that sources indicate that an agreement was reached around that time. This likely explains why WWE openly acknowledged the conclusion of their talks.

There was consideration of announcing or debuting Mercedes, but ultimately, the decision was made to postpone any such plans for the TD Garden event. Several possibilities were reportedly discussed, but the announcement of the February 7 show and the March 13 show date had been finalized for several weeks.

The report also noted that it is believed that Mercedes has been on AEW’s payroll since January. 

The company announced a TD Garden episode of Dynamite, specially titled Big Business which is to feature Mercedes, who has been on the company’s payroll since at least early January.

Mercedes Mone Needed To Recover

Mercedes hurt her ankle during a NJPW Strong Women’s Title match against Willow Nightingale. That match put her on the shelf for a long time, and it stalled a lot of momentum. 

When Fightful reportedly inquired about rumors suggesting Mercedes could be featured as early as New York’s Grand Slam show, sources indicated that Mercedes was far from being ring-ready at that time. This information was corroborated by NJPW sources, who indicated that Mercedes was not cleared and had not resumed training. 

They also mentioned that the footage Mercedes posted was older. Interestingly, New Japan sources expressed an expectation to continue working with Mercedes, as it had been discussed internally.

AEW Big Business: Tony Khan Announces Special Dynamite From Boston on 3/13

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Tony Khan promised a big announcement during the February 7th episode of AEW Dynamite. He did just that, as they are taking Big Business to Boston.

Tony Khan’s Big Announcement

During AEW Dynamite this week, Tony Khan appeared to make a big announcement. He revealed an upcoming episode of AEW Dynamite will be a massive night for his company.

Tony Khan revealed that AEW Dynamite is going to Boston on March 13. The night will have a special name, as they will call it Big Business.

“Big Business is going to be one of the most important nights in AEW and a night the entire pro wrestling industry is going to remember.”

What’s Next

It was previously reported that Boston’s TD Garden arena is set to host AEW Dynamite on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. This came before Tony Khan announced a date. Ticketmaster already established a page for the general public on-sale, scheduled for Saturday, February 10 at 10 am EST. Additionally, the TD Garden has created a Facebook Event for Dynamite on March 13.

Of course, Mercedes Mone is from Boston. So, her arrival in the company is almost a guarantee for that big night. SE Scoops will have more updates as they are available. 

The Rock Arrives In Las Vegas Before WWE WrestleMania 40 Kickoff Event

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Fans may be a bit upset about The Rock showing up to take Cody Rhodes’ match against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania. The match is not set yet, but it appears that things will get locked down in Las Vegas on Thursday. Dwayne Johnson already made the flight, and he’s there.

The Rock Arrives in Las Vegas

The Rock travels in style, and he made it to Vegas a day before his big WrestleMania kickoff event at the T-Mobile arena. He seemed ready for whatever waits for him at the event. 

WWE dropped a video of The Rock arriving in Las Vegas to hype the WrestleMania kickoff show event. Obviously, they want a spotlight on The People’s Champion.

The People’s Champion has arrived in Las Vegas! @TheRock is ready for an iconic face-off with @WWERomanReigns tomorrow at the #WrestleMania XL Kickoff live from @TMobileArena.

When The Rock vs Roman Reigns was Booked

I previously reported that The Rock called his shot for this WrestleMania match on January 1st when he showed up for the Day 1 episode of RAW. His Head of the Table comment was heard loud and clear. 

During Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer noted that WWE actually booked the T-Mobile Arena far in advance. This event wasn’t a late addition to anyone’s schedule.

“They had booked T-Mobile for Thursday with The Rock long ago, like someone there mentioned it in passing. It was, ‘it’s not like you can get T-Mobile Arena four days in advance for something that we’re changing.’ This thing was booked way in advance. This thing was, you know when I mentioned January 3rd, to make a date and have an agreement on January 3rd, there was pretty much an understanding well before that. They kept that one quiet. However it plays out, whatever it is, it’s working.”

Chances of The Rock’s WrestleMania 40 Booking Changing

There has been a ton of negative fan reaction since The Rock’s return. WWE has issued no internal word or memo about how to handle that discontent from fans.

When I asked if any of this fan backlash will change these prospective WrestleMania plans, I was told, “there’s no chance in hell.”

After asking around days later, I received an additional note that said, “No chance this changes unless The Rock backs out. This has been The Rock calling the shot since January 1st.” That is when Rock showed up on the Day 1 episode of RAW and made his first head of the table comment.

I checked once again, just to make sure that everything was in line. I was told that if there are any changes, then they’re being kept very close to the vest. By all appearance, Roman Reigns vs The Rock is happening.

What happens in Vegas is supposed to stay in Vegas, but tomorrow’s event at the T-Mobile Arena will certainly help shape WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia on April 6th and 7th. SE Scoops will have more updates as they are made known.

TNA Wrestling Talent Meeting Addressed Releases If They Are Upset About Scott D’Amore’s Firing

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Scott D’Amore had a lot to do with the popularity that Impact Wrestling had, and under Anthem’s ownership, he spearheaded a change back to TNA Wrestling. Now, he is gone, and talent are a bit shell-shocked by it all.

Releases Addressed During TNA Wrestling Meeting

It is very interesting that TNA Wrestling went from a successful re-branding straight into firing D’Amore. This subject was addressed by talent in two video conferences today, and Haus of Wrestling reports that one got a bit “chaotic.”

The idea was then addressed that some talent are not happy about the situation. This is when Tommy Dreamer stated that anyone who wants to discuss their release from the company may do so in a private manner. 

 It was said to have gotten chaotic after they broke the news that D’Amore was no longer with the company, as many were loyal to him. Kim asked everyone to mute their lines, and we believe some talents were allowed to speak.

The all-talent call concluded with Tommy Dreamer telling talent that if they were unhappy and wanted to be released from their deals, they could have those discussions with the company privately.

More Information on Mandatory Meetings After Scott D’Amore’s TNA Firing

Initially, it is reported that there was a belief that talent had the option to leave their contracts, but further discussions revealed this may not be the case. One source reportedly indicated that potential releases would likely depend on the perceived importance of the talent to the company. 

For instance, Jordynne Grace was cited as someone unlikely to be released given the attention she garnered after the WWE Royal Rumble. It also remains to be seen who has asked for their release from TNA Wrestling, if anyone has.

During the second call, both the production team and other staff members, alongside talent, were reportedly present. Several Anthem executives, including President and CEO Leonard Asper, CCO Ed Nordholm, HR advisor Michelle Hall, new TNA President Anthony Cicione, VP of Business Ariel Schnerer, and VP of Sales Anthony Burroughs, participated. 

Burroughs addressed the call and expressed a desire for more TNA integration in other Anthem shows, similar to the involvement of Eric Young and Frankie Kazarian. The call was characterized as a motivational speech.

Who is Anthony Cicione, the new President of TNA 

With a tenure of 16 years at Anthem, Cicione has managed technical operations and supervised multiple cable and digital channels. Before joining Anthem, he worked as a sports content producer, notably contributing to The Score’s success by introducing WWE programming.

In addition to his role as President of Entertainment, Cicione will oversee the day-to-day business operations of TNA Wrestling, leveraging over 30 years of executive-level management experience.

CM Punk’s Dog Larry Included In Limited Edition Non-WWE Action Figure Set

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WWE fans are waiting for CM Punk’s return to the ring, as he suffered a triceps injury that needed surgery during the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble match. In the meantime, they can place an order for a rare action figure before the Second City Savior makes his big comeback.

New CM Punk Action Figure

CM Punk is known as “The Best in the World,” and he is back in WWE. Mattel currently handles WWE’s official action figures, but now one with Punk’s likeness is hitting the market in a deal that was possibly pre-existing before his 2023 Survivor Series return. 

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Punk has teamed up Zombie Sailor as an addition to their Heel and Faces line of figures. The official CM Punk Heels and Faces figure is now available for pre-order exclusively on zombiesailor.com.  

There is a huge bonus to this, because for the first time ever, fans can also get their hands on Larry, CM Punk’s trusty K-9 sidekick, as a bonus inclusion with the figure. This is a first for Punk figures, and that will make this a big selling point, for sure.

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How To Order CM Punk Figure

These CM Punk figures are set to be available for approximately two weeks only, after which they will be vaulted forever, with no plans to offer them again. This exclusive figure is made to order, meaning no extra units will be produced beyond the pre-order period.

Fans wanting to own a piece of wrestling action figure history can secure their CM Punk and Larry figures now, with shipments estimated to start in late summer or early fall.

For more information, here’s the link to purchase this limited time action figure set with CM Punk and Larry.

Roman Reigns Arrives In Las Vegas Representing His Super Bowl Team Of Choice

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Roman Reigns has an earlier commitment in Las Vegas before the Super Bowl, but he may be wearing one NFL team’s jersey come Sunday.

Reigns arrived in Las Vegas on Wednesday ahead of the WrestleMania Kickoff Press Event going down this Thursday.  First to step off the jet was Roman’s counsel, Paul Heyman before Reigns sauntered down, sporting a San Francisco 49ers track jacket. He may be called “The Tribal Chief” but that tribe does not reside in Kansas City.

Reigns may just be a 49ers fan, but at least one 49er is a fan of WWE. During the Super Bowl media days, 49ers tight end George Kittle cut a promo about how he feels about the notorious situation between Cody Rhodes and The Rock. Kittle proposed that The Rock special guest referees the showdown between Rhodes and Reigns, but is excited for the prospect of all that may unfold two months from now in Philadelphia.

(Not Kansas City) Chief Creative Content Officer Triple H caught wind of Kittle’s comments and said “The People’s Tight End knows what’s up…”

The road to WrestleMania continues through Sin City before heading to the City of Brotherly Love and the Kickoff event is a first for this TKO era. The event will go down at the T-Mobile Arena, right across the street from Allegiant Stadium where the Super Bowl will take place. Scheduled to appear at the T-Mobile arena are Reigns and his assumed opponent for WrestleMania, The Rock as well as Rhodes, Triple H, Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch, Bianca Belair and Montez Ford.

Seth Rollins Hates the ‘Awful, Terrible, Disgusting’ Vince McMahon Situation (Video)

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WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth ‘Freakin’ Rollins has weighed in on the Vince McMahon scandal, branding it a “disgusting situation.”

McMahon re-signed from TKO and WWE last month, following a lawsuit filed by ex-employee Janel Grant. Miss Grant claims that McMahon was sexually abusive to her and that he trafficked her to others in the company, including a former UFC Heavyweight Champion. McMahon has denied the allegations against him and, via a spokesperson, has claimed the lawsuit is rife with “obscene made-up instances that never occurred.”

McMahon’s long-time confidante John Lauriniaitis is also named in the lawsuit as one of the men Grant was allegedly trafficked to. The former WWE Head of Talent has claimed he is a victim in this situation, not a predator. 

Seth Rollins Weighs In

WWE has wisely not addressed the McMahon lawsuit on programming, a far cry to the 2022 scandal which saw McMahon appear on TV multiple times before his resignation. Speaking to Maggie & Perloff this week, Rollins was asked for his thoughts on the McMahon scandal. 

“It’s awful. It’s terrible. I hate it. It’s a disgusting situation.” 

What’s Next? 

While McMahon has resigned from WWE, it is believed he still may have some power in the company. Comments from Grant’s legal representative Ann Callis have indicated that Miss Grant has no intention on settling this matter out of court, and it has been suggested that other women may come forward. 

As for Seth Rollins, he will continue to recover from his injury suffered during his match with Jinder Mahal last month. Rollins has vowed to be ready for WrestleMania 40, but with his original opponent CM Punk injured with a torn triceps, it remains to be seen who he’ll face in Philadelphia. 

John Cena Couldn’t Stay Silent About Drake’s Private Video Leak

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You never know what each day will bring when you spend time on social media. The entire world was shocked to discover why Drake’s name was trending this week, and now they all know his big secret.

A video of Drizzy leaked online showing off his package. This spread like wildfire, causing tons of memes, parodies, and it will no doubt influence rap lyrics until the end of time.

The overall opinion is that Drake is packing, but there is no clear sign where this leak came from. No, we will not be posting the video here on SE Scoops, because that wouldn’t make our advertisers happy. Also, it’s not hard to find at all nowadays if you really want to see it.

That Drizzy leak ended up on a ton of timelines, and John Cena apparently wasn’t spared from seeing the video, either.

Cena, who also knows a thing or two about rapping, commented on Drake’s little mishap online. While he didn’t use any caption on Instagram, as usual, Cena dropping a meme of “Drake The Snake” said all he needed to.

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Drake Reacts to Video Leak

In case you’re wondering if this is another Fake Drake situation, Champaign Papi commented via his Instagram story to clear up the misconception. 

He admitted that is him with a joke that shows he’s taking the situation in stride.

“I wasn’t hiding my meat from the world, I was hiding the world from it,” Drake wrote on that Instagram story. Apparently, John Cena saw it too, and now we have this incredible Jake Roberts and Drizzy mash-up as a result.

Drake’s reaction via Instagram story

WWE Hall of Famer Jake Roberts, who was inadvertently dragged into this controversy, let John Cena know he can ‘see’ him.

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