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‘Totally Dead’ – Scott Steiner Says Lingering Injury Derailed WWE Run

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‘Totally Dead’ – Scott Steiner Says Lingering Injury Derailed WWE Run

Scott Steiner’s 2002 return to WWE should have been a career highlight for Big Poppa Pump after a highly successful run as part of WCW. Instead, it became a chapter marred by health issues that robbed fans—and Steiner himself—of seeing him at full strength. In a reflective interview on Casual Conversations, the former WCW champion revealed the painful truth about that run.

“I wish I could have been healthy. My foot was totally paralyzed. Even today, it’s still dead.”

The injury came before his highly anticipated comeback and plagued his performances throughout his feud with Triple H. A series of underwhelming title matches on pay-per-view with the Game put an end to any main-event plans WWE may have had for Steiner.

“I can’t even watch myself walk to the ring during that time. It’s just messed up.”

Steiner’s return to WWE would come at Survivor Series 2002 inside Madison Square Garden, WWE’s most iconic venue. Despite returning inside hallowed ground and receiving a thunderous ovation from the fans in the Big Apple, Steiner views the moment as bittersweet.

“Being in the Garden was cool… the ovation I got was awesome. But I wasn’t myself.”

Steiner would undergo surgery later to stabilize the condition, but by this point, the damage had already been done. The injury not only affected his movement in his day-to-day activities but also his ability to perform at the level fans expected from the wrestling legend. Despite this, Scott chooses not to dwell on regret.

“Everybody’s clawing to be at the top. And I got there—I just wish I could’ve done it healthy.”

Steiner’s honest demonstrates how wrestling injuries aren’t always visible to fans and may not play out in the ring. Despite being known for his notable physique and being a larger-than-life persona, Steiner, just like any wrestler, was vulnerable to struggles outside of the ring.

Scott Steiner Explains Why His ‘Big Poppa Pump’ Transformation Was Necessary

Scott Steiner Says Bron Breakker Inspired Son’s WWE Dream

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Scott Steiner Says Bron Breakker Inspired Son’s WWE Dream

Scott Steiner hasn’t wrestled in years but the Steiner legacy in pro wrestling is far from over. In a revealing interview on Casual Conversations, Scott Steiner opened up about the next generation of his wrestling family, including WWE’s Bron Breakker and his own son, Brock, who may be eyeing the ring himself.

“The success of Bron influenced my boy Brock to think about doing it. When I was a wrestler, it was the funnest time I ever had in my life. Of course, he sees that.”

Brock Steiner currently plays football at Virginia Tech and has already signed an NIL deal, showcasing both his athletic ability and rising profile. Ever the proud father, Steiner believes his son has the skills to succeed in football and the squared circle.

“He’s young enough to do both. He had some highlights last year that got good coverage. He’s got time.”

Steiner already has his son and his nephew under contracts with WWE but could more be following suit. The former WCW World Heavyweight Champion, who was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2022, won’t count the idea out.

“My boy Brandon loves basketball, so I don’t know about him. But never say never.”

The idea of a next-generation Steiner Brothers—this time as cousins—adds an intriguing wrinkle to the future of WWE and its tag-team division. While Brock is still developing as a multi-sport athlete and Bron is seeing success as a singles Superstar, the family tree might just be sprouting a new tag team.

Scott Steiner Explains Why His ‘Big Poppa Pump’ Transformation Was Necessary

Scott Steiner Explains Why His ‘Big Poppa Pump’ Transformation Was Necessary

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When Scott Steiner transformed into “Big Poppa Pump” in the late 1990s, it wasn’t just a gimmick, it was a matter of career survival. Sitting own with Casual Conversations, the wrestling legend pulled back the curtain on what led him to become one of the most unforgettable characters in wrestling history.

“I knew I had to be different from Scott Hall and Kevin Nash. They were the cool guys in the NWO, and Hogan had his thing too. I had to go the other way.”

The result was a bombastic character full of arrogance, intensity, and unpredictability. Steiner packed on a notable amount of muscle and cut his hair short in addition to bleaching it. From the chainmail headdress to his infamous “holler if you hear me” catchphrase, Steiner’s reinvention was both theatrical and authentic.

“I just kept throwing stuff against the wall to see what would work. And I had the most fun of anyone.”

His promos, many of which went viral in the early 2000s, were completely unscripted—a rarity in today’s wrestling world. This led to some infamous moments including taking aim at Ric Flair multiple times on the mic.

“People can tell when you’re being authentic,” he said. “I wasn’t memorizing lines. I was entertaining myself.”

Steiner’s ability to stand out during WCW’s ultra-competitive main event era helped him carve a permanent place in wrestling history. Big Poppa Pump wasn’t just an act for the former WCW World Champion, it was an attitude, built on years of frustration, creative freedom, and a whole lot of confidence.

Scott Steiner Wants Residuals for Creating the Frankensteiner

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Scott Steiner Wants Residuals for Creating the Frankensteiner

Scott Steiner wants fans—and announcers—to remember the truth: the Frankensteiner was his creation, and it’s not to be confused with a generic hurricanrana. In a new interview on Casual Conversations, the former WCW and WWE star set the record straight on one of wrestling’s most iconic moves.

“I had thought of the move when I was in Memphis. But I knew enough not to use it on Memphis TV… I waited until I was on national TV.”

Steiner’s reasoning for keeping the move a secret? He didn’t want someone from WWE or the NWA to steal it before he got the spotlight. Now, Steiner’s nephew Bron Breakker can be found using the move each week on WWE Monday Night Raw.

“He steals all my Frankenstein suplexes… he still owes me all the residuals for copyright thievery.”

Steiner’s tone was playful, and he doesn’t actually have an issue with his nephew using his move. With that said, Steiner takes pride in his contributions to the wrestling world, incluind how Japanese fans and wrestlers still recognize the Frankensteiner as his creation.

“It’s pretty cool it’s still around,” he added. “People really liked the move. I think it’s because it was so different.”

Steiner’s days in the ring are over but with Bron continuing to use his moves, Bib Poppa Pump’s legacy lives on. With Bron riding high as the WWE Intercontinental Champion, fans can expect him to use the Frankensteiner regularly, it’s a fitting tribute—even if Uncle Scott thinks he should get paid for it.

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John Cena Hints At Potential Future Feud After WWE Raw in London

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John Cena Hints At Potential Future Feud After WWE Raw in London

John Cena is focuesed on dethroning WWE Champion Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, but what will be next for the WWE icon? Taking to Instagram, Cena shared an image of a Superstar, leaving those in the comments to believe that John is teasing a future feud. The Superstar in question? None other than another legend of the ring, Randy Orton.

The rivalry between John Cena and Randy Orton is one of WWE’s most enduring and intense feuds, spanning nearly two decades. Both men emerged from WWE’s developmental system onto the main roster in 2002, but their paths to the top were vastly different. While Cena would establish himself as a face with a never-give-up attitude, Orton was the the brash, third-generation heel with a natural arrogance.

Their rivalry exploded in 2007 when Orton, as the sadistic Legend Killer, targeted Cena’s WWE Championship. Their battles that year, woul see the pair face off at SummerSlam, where Cena was victorious. The feud reignited multiple times, leading to career-defining clashes such as their Hell in a Cell match in 2009 and a high-stakes WWE Championship unification match at TLC 2013.

Cena and Orton’s careers have been deeply intertwined, often reflecting WWE’s evolving eras. Their feud has often been polarizing, with some fans viewing their repeated matches as overexposed, while others saw them as the defining clash of their generation. Whether allies or enemies, their in-ring chemistry and personal history made every encounter compelling. As Cena prepares to say goodbye from the ring for good, fans shouldn’t count out one more showdown with Orton, perhaps with the Undisputed WWE Title at stake.

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‘I Felt So Helpless’ – Raquel Rodriguez Talks MCAS Struggles & WWE Fears

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‘I Felt So Helpless’ – Raquel Rodriguez Talks MCAS Struggles & WWE Fears

In 2024, a battle with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome would result in Raquel Rodriguez spending much of the year out of her action as she battled the condition. Speaking on the Insight podcast, Rodriguez opened up about her fears that MCAS would spell the end of her wrestling career.

“I worked so hard to get here. I did everything possible, and I felt like it was getting taken away from me.”

MCAS is a condition in which the body breaks out in a manner similar to an allergic reaction, even when there hasn’t been an instigating force. This can include swelling, skin irritation, and other issues that would make things extremely difficult for a WWE Superstar expected to appear worldwide.

“This was my dream job… I was like, no way I could be a wrestler with red skin all the time.”

Rodriguez’ final match before her break came at WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth 2024. Rodriguez went sans make-up for the event in an act that many commended at the time. On the podcast, Rodriguez shared how MCAS played havoc with her self-identity at the time.

“I didn’t want people to see me that way, and I didn’t want my coworkers to see me that way. I just felt weak, I just felt so helpless and so weak.”

Rodriguez recalled having reactions to some make-up brands in her youth but didn’t think too much of it at the time. After battling MCAS, Rodriguez hopes she can show fans that they don’t need to risk caking themselves in potential allergens just to fit society’s beauty standards.

“I just hope it really shows younger people that you’re beautiful the way you are. You don’t need to change anything.”

Rodriguez is now not only back on TV but in her latest reign as a WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion with Liv Morgan. As WrestleMania 41 draws near, Raquel is ready to show everyone who she is and that her beauty in and out of the ring is au natural.

Raquel Rodriguez Reacts to Shawn Michaels & Diesel Comparisons

Raquel Rodriguez Reacts to Shawn Michaels & Diesel Comparisons

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Raquel Rodriguez Reacts to Shawn Michaels & Diesel Comparisons

On WWE Raw, Liv Morgan is rarely spotted without Raquel Rodriguez, with the latter never afraid to give Liv the advantage in matches. Speaking to Chris Van Vliet of Insight, Rodriguez relished in fans comparing the pair to the dynamic between Shawn Michaels and Diesel.

“I love it. I love it. I absolutely love it… what a comparison to be compared to Diesel.”

Rodriguez is delighted to be compared to Big Daddy Cool and has fittingly dubbed herself ‘Big Mommy Cool,’ a line she believes may get her on the bad side of WWE’s resident ‘Mami’ Rhea Ripley. The three-time Women’s Tag Team Champion explained that her efforts to emulate Diesel goes beyond being big and helping Morgan out in matches.

“He was just known for his swag and his attitude and his confidence so I tried to bring that.”

Rodriguez re-aligned with Morgan in late 2024 after spending months out of action due to Mast Cell Activiation Syndrome. Her shocking return not only saw Rodriguez return, but align with the Judgment Day, a group she has been a part of ever since.

As Women’s Tag Team Champions once again, Morgan and Rodriguez appear poised to walk into WrestleMania with the gold. And if the career of Kevin Nash is anything to go by, big things could be coming for Rodriguez, both as a tag-team star and a singles competitor.

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Samantha Irvin Appearing In Las Vegas Over WWE WrestleMania Week

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Samantha Irvin Appearing In Las Vegas Over WWE WrestleMania Week

Samantha Irvin is making her return to the world of professional wrestling though not as part of WWE. On her Instagram Stories, Irvin shared that she’ll appear at WaleMania X on April 17, 2025, in Las Vegas. This will mark her first appearance at a wrestling-related event since her exit from WWE in October 2024.

WaleMania X will blend pro wrestling and hip-hop culture, featuring live performances, special guests, and big-name appearances—including Grammy-nominated rapper Wale. In a major coup for the show, WaleMania X will be presented by Netflix, interestingly a partner with WWE.

Irvin’s decision to leave WWE sparked plenty of discussion online, especially after she shared that she had grown to not enjoy her role as an on-screen announcer. Irvin explained that she hoped for the role to be a step towards a manager or General Manager role. When it became clear that would not be happening, Irvin chose to step away.

Irvin’s WaleMania role shows that her love for the wrestling business is well and truly alive. Whether Irvin’s future lies in managing, creative work, or something entirely different, WaleMania X marks her official reentry into wrestling—and fans will be watching.

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Rhea Ripley Unleashes Fury After Controversial Raw Main Event

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Rhea Ripley Unleashes Fury After Controversial Raw Main Event

The March 31, 2025 episode of WWE Monday Night Raw at London’s O2 Arena was headlined with IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley battling in a Women’s World Title rematch. With Bianca Belair serving as guest referee, the match was ultimately ruled a double-disqualifcation by the EST, meaning SKY keeps the gold and her spot in the title match at WrestleMania 41.

In a WWE Raw Digital Exclusive, Ripley was furious about the finish. Ripley, who lost the title mere weeks ago to SKY, was hoping to confront Belair about the finish.

“What’s going through my mind right now? I had the match won. I had the match won. 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10. Where’s Bianca Belair? She pulling a John Cena? I can’t see her anywhere.”

Ripley claimed that Belair couldn’t be found after Raw because she’s scared of ‘Mami.’ In Ripley’s world, the 2025 Women’s Elimination Chamber can run, but she can’t hide forever.

“She is scared that I am going to absolutely destroy her. That is what happened. And you know what? It’s going to continue to happen. I am gonna continue to ruin Bianca Belair until I get exactly what I want.”

As it stands, the Women’s World Championship match at WrestleMania 41 will see SKY put the gold on the line against Bianca Belair. While Ripley has no official role in the match, and has in fact got on the bad side of Adam Pearce, the Australian remains dedicated to getting another shot at the gold, one way or another.

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John Cena’s Burying Dig Sparks Response From Ex-WWE Rival

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John Cena’s Burying Dig Sparks Response From Ex-WWE Rival

For years, critics of John Cena have claimed that the WWE icon has ‘buried’ talent, holding them back in favor of his own career. On the March 31, edition of WWE Raw, Cena argued that he doesn’t bury talent, but rather he chooses to bury mediocrity.

Cena’s comment has sparked a lot of discussion online. On X, Wade Barrett, who served as a commentator during Raw in London, shared his take on Cena’s rejection of the ‘burying’ claim. Barrett used a meme to signify that he wanted to say something but felt he could not.

When fans talk about Cena burying talent, Barrett’s name is one of the first that comes to mind. At WWE SummerSlam 2010, Barrett and the Nexus battled Team Cena, an all-star group including Cena, Chris Jericho, Edge, R-Truth, Bret Hart and the recently-rehired Daniel Bryan.

Edge and Jericho have gone on the record saying that the plan was for the Nexus to win, putting the group of ‘rookies’ over in a major moment. Shortly before the match though, Cena reportedly changed the finish and had himself go over as the last man standing. Speaking to Inside the Ropes recently, Nexus alum Heath Slater also claimed Cena changed the finish.

“[The Nexus was] tainted to the point that it’s not believable. We couldn’t get the steam back after SummerSlam.”

The Nexus’ defeat would hurt the group, and not even forcing Cena to join the faction later that same year could win back momentum. Within a year, the Nexus would be a thing of the past, leaving fans to wonder what could’ve been had John not ‘buried’ Wade and his allies.

MJF Reacts As John Cena & Cody Rhodes Reference AEW on WWE Raw

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MJF Reacts As John Cena & Cody Rhodes Reference AEW on WWE Raw

The March 31, edition of WWE Raw saw another epic back-and-forth between Cody Rhodes and John Cena, one that saw plenty of references to AEW. Rhodes started off by acknowledging that he got booed in a company he created. However it was Cena who gave the most shocking comment as he alluded to AEW and the company’s President Tony Khan.

“I make empires for billionaires. All you’ve ever done is steal money from their kids.”

As expected, these references to AEW did not go unnoticed by fans and sparked a debate and discussion on social media. On X, MJF shared his two cents on the matter, arguing that it’s foolish for fans to make a big deal about a wrestling company referencing another company.

MJF has never shied away from making references to WWE as well as Cody Rhodes. For years, MJF teased jumping from AEW to the competition before ultimately opting to re-sign with AEW. For all of MJF’s talk, it was later reported that there were no conversations between himself and WWE about a potential deal.

Rhodes and Cena will battle at WrestleMania 41 with the Undisputed WWE Championship and the very soul of WWE on the line. As all eyes turn to Las Vegas and Allegiant Stadium, it remains to be see what else the pair have to say and if there’ll be any more ‘All-Elite’ references to come.

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CM Punk In Action After WWE Raw in London

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CM Punk In Action After WWE Raw in London

The March 31st episode of Monday Night Raw in London delivered action-packed moments from start to finish and the action continued after the show. In a rare in-ring outing for the Best in the World, CM Punk stepped into the ring for a dark match against Ludwig Kaiser.

Punk showcased his signature moves, with the final moments of the match featuring a diving crossbody followed by a devastating GTS. That was enough to score Punk the victory to the delight of the crowd inside the O2 Arena in London, England.

CM Punk is set to face Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns in a triple-threat match at WrestleMania 41. His win over Kaiser adds to his momentum as he prepares for his first WrestleMania main event. As for Kaiser, he vowed during Raw to be a part of the card for WrestleMania 41. If so, it’d mark Kaiser’s first time competing at the Showcase of the Immortals.

With WrestleMania 41 fast approaching, fans are eager to see if Punk can not only headline Night One, but defeat Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on the Best in the World and his journey to Las Vegas and Alleigant Stadium.

Logan Paul Vs. AJ Styles Set for WWE WrestleMania 41

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Logan Paul Vs. AJ Styles Set for WWE WrestleMania 41

AJ Styles and Logan Paul will do battle at WrestleMania 41 following months of back-and-forth issues between the two WWE Superstars. On the March 31, edition of WWE Raw, Styles invited Logan Paul to come out and meet him face to face, Paul mocked the ‘sheep’ in the crowd before proceeding to belittle Styles.

Styles warned Paul not to write checks that his ass can’t cash which the Maverick took as a challenge to a match. Paul then claimed that he doesn’t fight for free, and London can’t afford him, furturer angering the crowd inside the O2 Arena. The pair briefly brawled in the ring and outside of it with Paul hitting the Pauldimizer on AJ Styles to close out the segment.

Though a match wasn’t confirmed in this segment, it was revealed shortly after. In a backstage segment, Adam Pearce confirmed that the two will battle at WrestleMania 41. This will be Paul’s fourth time competing at WrestleMania, where he currently has a 2-1 record. Styles joins an impressive collection of Superstars to face Paul including Rey & Dominik Mysterio, Seth Rollins, Randy Orton, and Kevin Owens.

WWE.com is hyping up the match with the following message:

WrestleMania 41 will play host to The Phenomenal One going toe-to-toe with The Maverick in what is sure to be an unforgettable match on The Grandest Stage of Them All.

Since returning from injury, AJ Styles has not taken kindly to Logan Paul, leading to tense interactions between the high-level Superstars.

Paul loves being part of viral moments, but he was on the wrong side of a huge one when Styles got the last laugh alongside comedian Andrew Schulz.

After weeks of mockery and sneak attacks, the bitterness between Styles and Paul will culminate in a can’t-miss matchup at WrestleMania 41.

Paul eliminated Styles from the 2025 Royal Rumble match and now he wants to embarrass the Phenomenal One on WWE’s biggest stage. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on this match and all matches from WrestleMania 41.

Actual AEW Streaming Numbers on Max (Exclusive)

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All-Elite Wrestling is averaging around 500,000 viewers for its Wednesday Dynamite show on the MAX streaming platform since the show debuted on the app this year, according to sources.

Combined with live cable numbers, this would give Dynamite an average of around 1-to-1.2 million viewers per episode since it was added to the streaming service.

UPDATE: As noted in the original story, there’s large deviations week to week which affect total streaming minutes.

UPDATE 2: AEW President Tony Khan corroborated this report during the AEW Dynasty 2025 media call.

According to sources, the show is averaging around 60 million minutes watched per show with a deviation of plus/minus 10 to 20 percent depending on the episode and competition. Nielsen style viewership numbers aren’t necessarily important to streamers, the minutes watched averages to 500,000 viewers per episode Live-Plus-1. Meaning it takes into account viewers who watched live on the app and for 24 hours afterward.

In a February report, CNBC said MAX expects to reach 150 million global subscribers by the end of 2026. Estimates from several companies believed MAX had around 60 million subscribers in the US this year. Andrew Bucholtz of Awful Announcing reported TBS had around 72 million homes in 2023. The number is expected to be lower in 2025 due to downward trends.

Late last year, sources with WBD said the company was impressed with AEW’s performance on TBS and TNT. The result was a three-year deal for around $175-to-$185 million per.

AEW PPV is expected to move to MAX once the app has the capability to run PPV shows.

Sources said AEW has regularly out-performed some major hockey games on the app. NBA games on MAX average around 1.7 to 2 million viewers depending on matchups and competition.

While AEW’s success on streaming has been noted by the WBD, the numbers are far from top streaming programs like Daredevil: Born Again and Agatha All Along, which bribed in numbers from 7 to 10 million per episode.

A source, who corroborated the numbers, said he expected AEW to face stronger competition through the spring. The Andor Star Wars series resumes in April. WWE is entering Wrestlemania season.

“Many of the top execs don’t know the overall numbers,” the source said. “Whether its total minutes watched. Viewers who have watched the total show. (They) can make correlations but what streamers look for is quite different from cable or OTA where numbers are there to satisfy advertisers.”

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Tyler Bate Returns on WWE Raw, New Catch Republic Reunites

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Tyler Bate Returns on WWE Raw, New Catch Republic Reunites

Tyler Bate made his long-awaited return to WWE Raw tonight at London’s O2 Arena, reuniting with Pete Dunne to reform the New Catch Republic. The duo surprised the UK crowd as the mystery opponents for The New Day.

This marks Bate’s first in-ring appearance since July 2024, when he suffered a torn pectoral muscle during a tag match with Pete Dunne against Hank & Tank on WWE NXT. The injury required surgery and kept the 27-year-old sidelined for nearly eight months.

Bate, the inaugural WWE United Kingdom Champion and former NXT Tag Team Champion, was medically cleared for return in February 2025. While initial reports suggested he might return on the February 24 edition of Raw, fans had to wait until tonight’s show in London for his comeback.

The New Catch Republic, which debuted on SmackDown’s New Year’s Revolution episode in January 2024, had been building momentum before Bate’s injury. The team had challenged for tag team gold at both WrestleMania XL and Elimination Chamber prior to Bate being sidelined. WWE trademarked the team name in February 2024.

Vince McMahon, AEW Referenced In Cena/Rhodes Raw Showdown

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Vince McMahon, AEW Referenced In Cena/Rhodes Raw Showdown

John Cena and Cody Rhodes held nothing back during the opening segment of WWE Raw in London, England. As for the past two weeks, Cena opened the show, though Rhodes interrupted before the WWE icon had a chance to speak.

Rhodes began by giving Cena some material to ‘cook’ him, referencing his lisp with a surprising reference to Stardust. Rhodes made referencing to having an “arm tattoo on my neck” and even admitted that “I got booed in a company I created.” A smirking Cena said he wasn’t in London to ‘cook’ Rhodes, but instead to bury the Undisputed WWE Champion.

“They’ve been saying for years that John Cena buries talent. I don’t bury talent. I am talent! I bury mediocrity.”

All Cody has done in WWE “is ride the coat-tails of my success” Cena added, but the WWE icon didn’t stop there. Cena claimed that seeing Rhodes with the Undisputed WWE Championship disgusts him. John shared his issue that Cody is little-more than a “common fan” using the gimmicks of wrestlers he enjoyed to make himself seem like someone worthy.

“You’re too perfect. You’re too polished. You’re too rehearsed. You get by on lazy gimmicks like them singing your name to get by.”

Rhodes admitted that maybe he was chosen as Cena claimed, but said that he was chosen by the fans. In stark contrast, Rhodes believes John Cena was made the ‘chosen one’ by Vince McMahon though avoided mentioning the ex-WWE CEO by name.

“Can you say the same John Cena? Or was it one guy in an office who chose you who’s not here anymore and we don’t talk about him?”

Rhodes wasn’t the only one with a billionaire in mind. In a shocking line from Cena, the WWE icon made reference to Tony Khan though similarly avoided naming the AEW President.

“I make empires for billionaires. All you’ve ever done is steal money from their kids.”

When Rhodes showed that he was ready to throw down, Cena turned away to leave. When John tried to hit a cheap shot on Rhodes, Cody hit Cross Rhodes, giving a clear advantage to the champion ahead of their WrestleMania showdown.

Netflix to Host WaleMania X During WrestleMania Week in Las Vegas

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Netflix to Host WaleMania X During WrestleMania Week in Las Vegas

Netflix will present WaleMania X on April 17 at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas, aligning with WrestleMania week festivities. The event will include special guest appearances, a live edition of The Masked Man Show, and a performance by Grammy-nominated rapper Wale.

Currently the U.S. streaming home for WWE Raw and WWE programming internationally, Netflix shared the announcement via social media, highlighting the event as one of the weekend’s major attractions. Wale also acknowledged the event online with a simple post: “Viva Las Vegas.”

Triple H Says WWE PLE Is ‘For Sure’ Coming to the UK

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Fans in the United Kingdom can look forward to a WWE Premium Live Event sooner rather than later, according to Chief Content Officer Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque. Speaking to Alex McCarthy of Mail Sport, Levesque said that a PLE would “for sure” come to the UK in the next year or so. Levesque also reiterated Nick Khan’s comments that India is a priority destination as part of WWE’s partnership with Netflix.

WWE & the United Kingdom

WWE has a rich history in the United Kingdom with several major events coming to the UK in recent years. In 2022, WWE hosted its first Clash At The Castle event in Cardiff, Wales, and brought the event to Glasgow, Scotland in 2024. In 2023, WWE hosted its Money in the Bank event from London’s O2 Arena that saw Damian Priest and IYO SKY win the coveted briefcases.

While Levesque didn’t name what specific event will come to the UK, fans remain hopeful that London or another major city will host WrestleMania. Top WWE names including John Cena and Cody Rhodes have publicly advocated for what’d be WWE’s first WrestleMania outside North America. Levesque and other WWE officials have met with notable UK names such as London mayor Sadiq Khan, proving that the idea isn’t just wishful thinking.

The UK has proven itself time and again as home to rauccous fans who bring it at WWE events. Now, fans will get another PLE of their own in the UK within the next year or so.

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Triple H Reveals John Cena’s Reaction to Heel Turn Pitch

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Triple H Reveals John Cena’s Reaction to Heel Turn Pitch

John Cena may have shocked fans by turning heel at WWE Elimination Chamber: Toronto, but the decision to embrace his dark side was not a difficult one. Despite Cena’s two-decade-plus status as a babyface, Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque told Alex McCarthy of Mail Sport that John immediately embraced the pitched turn.

“When it was brought up… in John’s mind he was like ‘wow, I didn’t think you were going to say that. I love it.'” 

Cena’s heel turn has been especially surprising given that it’s come mere months before he will retire from the ring for good. Calling the turn the “absolute biggest possible thing” Cena could do, Levesque acknowledged that turning the WWE icon heel came with significant risks.

“[It] would have been very easy for him to come in here and say, have us roll through all these dates, I’ll do my greatest hits –  everyone is going to love it.”

Rather than do what fans have seen for two decades, Cena “made the whole world go ‘wait, what just happened'” according to Levesque. As WWE’s Chief Content Officer, Levesque recognizes that taking risks and going against expectations are often pivotal for compelling storytelling.

“This is going to be special because John is lit up about it. We’re lit up about it. It’s going to be incredible.”

Cena plans on capturing his 17th WWE World Championship at WrestleMania, a tall order as he’ll face off with year-long champion Cody Rhodes. With two of WWE’s biggest stars poised to do battle, all eyes are on Las Vegas for a showdown that’ll prove to be one of the biggest in years.

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Big E Teams Up With id Software For DOOM: The Dark Ages

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Former WWE Champion Big E recently stepped into the ring with Bethesda and id Software to promote the upcomign DOOM: The Dark Ages video game. In a video shared to X, a shield-carrying Big E shared that he had an amazing time playing the game and encouraged fans to pre-order.

Developed by id Software, DOOM: The Dark Ages is the prequel to the critically acclaimed DOOM (2016) and DOOM: Eternal (2020.) The game will be the third chapter in the epic cinematic story fitting the legend of the DOOM slayer. Players will step into the blood-stained boots of the DOOM slayer in a never-before-seen experience that’ll see the slayer battle a sinister medieval war against Hell itself.

Big E’s excitement is palpable in the video though he is not the first WWE Superstar associated with the DOOM franchise. In 2005, Dwayne Johnson appeared in the DOOM movie in one of his early feature film roles. Unfortunately for the Brahma Bull, the film was a bomb with criticisms being made about the plot, character development, and dialogue. It’d be 14 years later that DOOM would get a second live-action movie, DOOM: Annihilation (2019), a straight-to-video project for which Johnson did not return.

While questions remain about Big E’s in-ring future, the former WWE Champion remains a positive soul in wrestling. Soon enough, he will be able to enjoy DOOM: The Dark Ages alongside countless other gamers worldwide.

DOOM: The Dark Ages will release on May 15, and is available for pre-order now.

John Cena Advocates for Sun Protection After Skin Cancer Diagnosis

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John Cena Advocates for Sun Protection After Skin Cancer Diagnosis

WWE star and actor John Cena has become an unlikely advocate for sun protection after being diagnosed with skin cancer. Growing up in a coastal Massachusetts town in the 1970s, Cena admits he never used sunscreen as a child, and this habit continued into adulthood despite moving to Florida.

His wake-up call came when dermatologists discovered and removed cancerous spots on his right pectoral and near his right shoulder. In an exclusive interview with People, Cena shared his own experience in hopes of inspiring others to protect their skin on a daily basis.

“I’m so grateful to be able to dodge those two bullets,” Cena shared, adding that he now wears his scars “as a reminder… you need to take the extra few seconds to protect yourself every day.”

John Cena partners with Neutrogena

Cena has partnered with Neutrogena for their Ultra Sheer Mineral Face Liquid Sunscreen SPF 70 campaign, cleverly playing on his wrestling catchphrase “You Can’t See Me” while highlighting that quality sunscreen can be invisible on skin. The campaign blends humor with education alongside dermatologist Dr. Neera Nathan.

Now a dedicated sunscreen user, Cena emphasizes that sun protection isn’t about vanity: “It’s something you should exercise to allow you to be who you are for a longer period of time.”

Though an unexpected spokesperson for skincare, Cena embraces his new advocacy role, noting, “You never know who you’re going to reach.”

CM Punk Reveals How He Treats Himself After Big WWE Matches

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CM Punk has a notorious sweet tooth and can often be found enjoying baked goods following WWE Premium Live Events. When WWE’s X account caught up with the Best in the World, he explained why he enjoys a donut, muffin, or other baked good after a match.

“I like to treat myself after I put in a lot of hard work. I try to diet when I’m not physically wrestling in the ring and my pot of gold at the end of that rainbow when I do wrestle is some sort of treat.”

Punk’s pastry love was on full-display during his infamous All Out 2022 post-show rant as he lashed out at several AEW names while chowing down on goods from Mindy’s Bakery. Following Punk’s suspension, Mindy’s Bakery was flooded with reviews and messages from fans who made reference to Punk’s explosive comments. Following Punk’s return to WWE, Drew McIntyre sought to play mindgames with Punk with a trip down memory lane.

Punk’s next high-profile match will come at WrestleMania 41, where he will headline Night One against Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins. While finally main eventing the Show of Shows will certainly be sweet for Punk, fans can expect the Best in the World to indulge after his match in Allegiant Stadium.

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Jake Paul Rules Out Wrestling for WWE, But Would Manage His Brother ‘Paul Heyman Style’

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Jake Paul isn’t planning a leap into the WWE ring anytime soon, despite his brother Logan Paul’s growing success in the company.

In a recent interview with Newsweek, Paul revealed he’s more comfortable taking on a supporting role than competing himself.

“I would be down to be Logan’s manager, Paul Heyman-style in WWE,” Jake said. “But I don’t think my body is cut out for the athleticism and the madness that the WWE takes.”

While he’s made a few appearances during major WWE events like Crown Jewel, Jake sees himself more as a ringside figure than an in-ring performer. This is a departure from what he’s previously said about a potential WWE career, and has expressed interest in getting in the ring on several occasions.

Jake Paul Wants to be Logan’s Tag Team Partner in WWE

Shifting focus, Paul also highlighted his continued interest in mixed martial arts.

“I definitely want to do MMA. Nate Diaz, still to this day, has not accepted the $15 million deal that we have for him,” he said. “For me in MMA, it’s just about finding the right opponent.”

Though not ruling out further WWE involvement entirely, Jake Paul appears firmly focused on his fighting career outside the squared circle—for now.

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John Cena’s ‘Coyote vs Acme’ Film Rescued

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Wrestling superstar John Cena’s shelved movie “Coyote vs Acme” has found new life after Ketchup Entertainment confirmed their acquisition of the worldwide rights to the live-action/animated hybrid film.

According to Deadline, the deal, reportedly worth around $50M, will bring the Looney Tunes character to theaters in 2026.

Cena stars as an intimidating corporate lawyer representing the Acme Corporation against Wile E. Coyote, who sues the company after their products repeatedly fail him in his pursuit of Road Runner. Will Forte plays the billboard lawyer representing Coyote, with Lana Condor and Tone Bell completing the cast.

Despite testing well with audiences, the film became a casualty of Warner Bros’ cost-cutting measures two years ago. The studio had previously screened the movie to buyers with a $70M price tag, matching its reported production cost.

While Cena maintained a diplomatic stance about the shelving, other talent expressed stronger disappointment, with Forte calling the move “fcking bullsht.”

This rescue represents a significant investment for Ketchup Entertainment as Cena balances his Hollywood career with his WWE retirement tour.

Velvet Sky Fires Back at Mickie James Over ‘Lingerie’ Comments About WWE Trainee’s Ring Attire

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Velvet Sky Fires Back at Mickie James Over ‘Lingerie’ Comments About WWE Trainee’s Ring Attire

On the latest episode of WWE LFG, Mickie James took issue with the outfit of Zena Sterling. Speaking to the mentee of Bubba Ray Dudley after her match with Tamara Mae Steele, James questioned Zena’s choice of in-ring attire.

 “I lived during the diva era, and we fought very, very hard to not have to wrestle in lingerie anymore. Since I’m a female, I can speak on this. It’s very frustrating when women go out there and wrestle, and all I see is their a**. And I can’t look past it. It’s all I see. It’s very distracting. So you want to be taken serious as a wrestler, but you’re wrestling in pretty much jazzed up lingerie. And that’s my opinion. And that’s coming from someone who’s had to wrestle on TV a lot.”

James’ comments have sparked a discussion among fans about ring attire and the progress female talent have made, especially in WWE, over the past decade. Some argued that James is right to criticize what they perceive as an over-sexualized attire. Others believe that it’s ultimately Sterling’s choice to where what she feels is best and that James has also worn similar attires.

On X, Velvet Sky, a fellow TNA alum who’s worked with James countless times, chimed in. Sky joked that she felt personally attacked before throwing her support behind Sterling’s ring attire.

WWE LFG sees legends of the ring serve as mentors to promising, young talent, each one hoping to earn a contract with the promotion. While James’ time with WWE LFG will soon be over, the former Women’s Champion isn’t shying away from making her views perfectly clear.

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