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Drew McIntyre And The Rock Have ‘Pretty Big Things’ In Works

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Drew McIntyre And The Rock Have ‘Pretty Big Things’ In Works

Drew McIntyre has teased an upcoming big project with The Rock.

The People’s Champion has always been a believer of the Scottish Warrior. He dubbed McIntyre as the next big thing in a 2018 interview and sent him a sword when McIntyre re-signed with WWE last year.

The Scottish star recently had an interview with Adam’s Apple. He talked about things such as being unhappy with his WrestleMania trajectory, his advice for John Cena after his Elimination Chamber heel turn and more.

The former World Champion also talked about The Final Boss during the interview. Drew McIntyre recalled meeting him at the Elimination Chamber PPV and teased big upcoming projects with the Hollywood star:

“You mentioned it all started with The Rock saying those positive words that you captured in 2018. Re-signing last year knowing where the company was gonna go, The Rock [sending me] that sword. He’s always been on my side.

I got a chance to talk with him just at Elimination Chamber, there’s a few things on the horizon they’re gonna be pretty big once it becomes [public].”

When asked if this thing is something that he can lean into after his wrestling career, Drew McIntyre said “I’m open to pretty much anything that catches my attention, let’s say that.”

The WWE star made his movie debut starring in 2024 action comedy The Killer Game alongside another wrestler-turned-actor in Dave Bautista. So it’s possible that McIntyre is now hoping to extend his presence in the acting world and taking The Rock’s help for it.

Though Drew also shared a private word with The Hollywood star during the Raw Netflix premiere. So it wouldn’t be a surprise to see them reuniting on WWE TV first before joining hands for a non-wrestling project.

‘I’m Pissed’: Drew McIntyre Unhappy With His WrestleMania Trajectory

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‘I’m Pissed’: Drew McIntyre Unhappy With His WrestleMania Trajectory

Drew McIntyre is determined to get a WrestleMania moment for himself.

The Scottish Warrior has not been announced for a match at the Show of Shows this year so far. He’s been feuding with Damian Priest which is expected to lead to a Mania match. Due to his incredible work in the past year however, many believe that he deserves to be part of a more prominent program heading into the biggest PPV of the year.

Tiktoker Adam Glyn recently caught up with Drew McIntyre for a quick interview. When asked about his WrestleMania plans, the former World Champion noted that he is pissed at not being involved in the world title picture after his highly praised feud with CM Punk. McIntyre however, promised that he will find a story which people can get invested in:

“It sucks. Because I’m not in a world title match at WrestleMania. I know in 2024 I had people talking about myself and CM Punk more than anybody. I did 90% of that work. Good for Punk for being Punk. Drew McIntyre did the fucking heavy lifting there.

So I’m pissed off to be frank I’m not in a world title match. But I’m gonna make something happen. And between now and WrestleMania, I’ll make sure there’s a big match. I’ll make sure there’s a story people are invested in and I’ll make sure the match is fucking awesome because I’m Drew McIntyre.”

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Just Be Yourself: Drew McIntyre

The wrestling veteran was also asked about John Cena’s heel turn and if he has any advice for the Cenation Leader as a fellow bad guy. Drew first corrected the statement saying that he’s very justified in his action before claiming that Cena should just be himself:

“People say to me what it’s like being a heel like right now and I say I’m not a heel. If you listen to what I’m saying, I’m justified. I’m telling the truth.

If you’re in my position and you were treated like I was treated…people have such short-term memories, you look at the story arc, the reality of Drew McIntyre, every action is justified. For John being a heel, like I said a couple of weeks ago, just be yourself John. Show the world the real you.”

WWE Hall Of Fame Package Offers Inductee Meet & Greet… For $8,500

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The 2025 WWE Hall of Fame is coming together with Triple H, Michelle McCool, and Lex Luger all confirmed by the company. With the Nature Disasters confirmed but not yet announced, the show will be a blast of nostalgia, though attending the event won’t come cheap.

On Location, WWE’s official partner for event packages, have announced their Icon package, costing an eye-watering $8,500. The package includes

Row 2-3 Seating

Hall of Fame Stage Access with Podium Photo Op

Private Meet and Greet with Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque & Lex Luger with Photo Op

Premium Gift

Dedicated Priority Pass Entrance

Professional On Location On-Site Support Staff

The package is expensive, but those willing to splash the cash can spend even more! For an extra $1,000, fans can upgrade their seat to guarantee being on the front row on the hard cam. There is also a $2,500 package, but that does not include the meet-and-greet with Triple H or Lex Luger.

The 2025 WWE Hall of Fame will feature the induction of the 26th class and will take place on Friday, April 18, 2025. The show will take place in Winchester, Nevada at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas in its BleauLive Theater the night before WrestleMania 41 and will air immediately after WWE SmackDown. With an exciting class already announced, this year’s Hall of Fame will be one to remember, even if it leaves some superfans with a very empty wallet.

The Rock Officially Confirms New Movie Project

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The Rock has officially confirmed his next movie project.

The Great One was reported to be starring in a movie directed by Martin Scorsese alongside esteemed actors such as Leonardo DiCaprio, and Emily Blunt last month.

The Hollywood star made this project official with a new social media post on Thursday, noting that it’ll feature the story of a Hawaiian crime boss ruling his native island in the 60s and beyond:

“Grateful for what’s been the most creatively inspiring time of my career – working closely with my friends and of course, the maestro Marty Scorsese. In the 60’s, 70’s & 80’s the mafia-controlled New York, Miami, Chicago, Vegas, and a particularly strong hold on the island I was raised – Hawaii.”

The Rock has not been seen on WWE TV since the Elimination Chamber PPV earlier this month. He left the wrestling world in shock that night by becoming the catalyst for John Cena’s heel turn.

The Cenation Leader is set to return to WWE programming this Monday on Raw from Brussels, Belgium for the first time since his character change. The show will have a special start time of 3 pm ET/12 pm PT.

The Final Boss on the other hand, is currently not advertised for any shows on the Road To WrestleMania 41 but it’ll be a surprise if he actually ends up missing all events leading up to the PPV.

NXT Champion Makes Surprise Indie Appearance In Spain Ahead of SmackDown

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NXT Champion Makes Surprise Indie Appearance In Spain Ahead of SmackDown

A couple of interesting WWE names were in attendance for a Lucha Libre Rebelión event in Spain ahead of the upcoming SmackDown episode.

WWE will be officially kicking off their WrestleMania season European tour with this week’s episode of the Blue Branded show from Olimpic Arena in Barcelona, Spain.

Along with main roster stars, NXT’s Axiom also seems to have made the trip. He made a surprise appearance at the local indie promotion on Thursday. The NXT star wasn’t the only name who was in the building, as Kevin Owens was also spotted in the crowd, enjoying the action:

Born in Madrid, Spain, Axiom currently holds the NXT Tag Team Championship with Nathan Frazer. He is the first Spaniard to compete and win a title in the company.

Before joining the Endeavor-owned promotion in 2019, the high-flying star wrestled for various promotions in American and European independent circuits under the ring name A-Kid. This included indie companies in Spain as well.

This latest appearance from the NXT star makes Friday’s SmackDown even more interesting. WWE bringing him along for the tour suggests that he could be planned for an appearance at the show emanating from his home country tomorrow.

Whether or not Axiom actually makes an appearance on the show will only be revealed tomorrow, but the possibility does make the show more exciting for the local fans.

Damaris Lewis Addresses Fan Backlash Over Revolution Controversy

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Damaris Lewis Addresses Fan Backlash Over Revolution Controversy

Queen of the Ring star Damaris Lewis has responded to the controversy created by her remakrs at the Revolution PPV this past Sunday.

The acting star was interviewed during the event. She claimed that one thing she learned about wrestling while working on the movie was that wrestlers know they are going to win a match before anyone else. This statement led to an uproar among wrestling crowds, with many targeting Lewis for exposing the business.

Damaris addressed the controversy during a recent appearance on Busted Open Radio. She said that the whole thing did not come out as she had intended:

“First and foremost, I completely take accountability for how it came out. That was not how it was intended. I’m sorry if it came out way wrong. Having a very short time period to think about an answer in the arena, that’s what came out of my mouth.”

I Respect It Fully: Damaris Lewis

AEW star Kamille who also stars in the movie had defended her co-star earlier in the week. Having done many rounds of press with Lewis, the former NWA Women’s Champion explained that she was talking about the resolve of a wrestler to win the match, rather than the scripted nature of the business.

Damaris Lewis explained her comments similarly, mentioning how wrestlers are always telling themselves that they’re going to win. Watching the revolution segment back, she also realized that it didn’t come across as she wanted:

I’ve been saying, because it’s true, because I am incredibly inspired by this sport, you know you’re going to win before you step in the ring, no matter what. It is a sport. It is real.

People are in there, in that ring, doing what they gotta do. It’s tough. It’s dangerous at times. I respect it fully, with my whole heart. I will say it again, I’m so sorry if it came off that way. I know these fans love their sport and were defending their sport. I can’t be mad.”

While Lewis made an appearance at the PPV, it’s curious that her co-star Kamille was nowhere to be seen. A recent move from AEW further suggests that not everything is right between the wrestling star and the promotion. You can check out more details here.

Jey Uso Isn’t Worried About WrestleMania Main Event Spot

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Jey Uso Isn’t Worried About WrestleMania Main Event Spot

Jey Uso hopes to become a World Champion in WWE for the first time at WrestleMania 41 when he challenges World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER. Speaking to the Daily Mail, Jey explained why he’s not concerned about being the main event of the show.

“I don’t care if I’m on last, I don’t care if I open it up. I’m going to go out there and they’re going to remember my match.”

Jey is focused on his “once in a lifetime shot” and is aware that competing for the World Heavyweight Chaampionship at WrestleMania is an opprtunity that “might not ever come back around in my career.” At this time, WWE has not confirmed which matches will headline both nights of WrestleMania 41.

Uso’s comments come amid a wider discussion about whether he is ‘worthy’ of the WrestleMania main event. While Cody Rhodes Vs. John Cena is all but guaranteed to headline one night, questions remain as to what will headline WWE’s other night. With Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, and CM Punk expected to compete in a triple threat, many predict this star-studded showdown will headline Night One instead.

No matter what place Jey is on the card, Uso is ready to give his all at WrestleMania. In the ring wih GUNTHER, Uso intends to prove why he’s known as ‘Main Event Jey’ even if his match is far from closing out the Premium Live Event.

GUNTHER Calls WrestleMania A Mercy-Killing Ahead of Jey Uso Showdown

Plans For ‘Outside The Box’ Post-WrestleMania Comedy Event

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Plans For ‘Outside The Box’ Post-WrestleMania Comedy Event

WrestleMania 41 is mere weeks away, and the two-night supershow could be about to get even bigger! According to WrestleVotes, a post-WrestleMania ‘roast’ of the event could take place following Night Two of the event. Tony Hinchcliffe, who hosted Snoop Dogg’s roast in 2016 and Tom Brady’s roast in 2024, was named for a role at the “outside the box” event.

Roasting WrestleMania immediately after the event takes place would certainly test WWE’s ability to poke fun at itself. Such an idea would have seemed impossible during Vince McMahon’s reign over WrestleMania, though Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque now has the final say over creative matters.

If this show goes ahead, it won’t be WWE’s first time taking their annual Showcase of the Immortals to another level. In 2004, WWE released The Mania of WrestleMania, a documentary about the previous year’s event. In 2024, WWE documented WrestleMania 40 for its WrestleMania XL: Behind the Curtain documentary.

WrestleMania 41 will take place on April 19, and April 20, from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada with a stacked card already confirmed. From John Cena’s quest to become a 17-time World Champion to Jey Uso wanting his first, there’ll be something for everyone this April in Sin City. A post-show roast would mark quite the change from WWE’s usual press conferences and allow the Superstar to show their funny bones after competing on WWE’s grandest stage.

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WWE Interested Notable Veteran Free Agent

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WWE is reportedly showing strong interest in free agent powerhouse Jeff Cobb. According to Fightful Select, multiple sources confirm that WWE has been actively monitoring Cobb, who currently competes in New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW). One source even claimed that Cobb’s name has appeared on WWE’s internal roster, although this has not been independently verified.

Cobb’s recent string of losses, a stark contrast to his previously dominant G1 Climax performance, has fueled speculation about his future. Following a recent defeat, he openly reflected, saying, “Maybe it’s time to take my bags and go somewhere else.”

Meanwhile, AEW sources have firmly stated that Cobb is not expected to join their roster. With uncertainty surrounding the status of Cobb’s NJPW contract, WWE’s interest could lead to a major signing of a highly sought-after talent.

Before his tenure in NJPW, Cobb built an impressive resume across multiple promotions. He wrestled in Lucha Underground as the masked Matanza Cueto and made a significant impact in Ring of Honor (ROH) and Pro Wrestling Guerrilla (PWG). He also captured the PWG World Tag Team Championship alongside Matt Riddle.

In NJPW, Cobb became a former NEVER Openweight Champion and a two-time IWGP Tag Team Champion with Great-O-Khan. Additionally, he held the ROH World Television Championship during his time in ROH.

How A Damaged Arena Nearly Ended WWE’s India Supershow

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How A Damaged Arena Nearly Ended WWE’s India Supershow

A high-profile showdown between Raj Dhesi and Triple H in India nearly got canceled due to a dangerous in-arena situation. Speaking with Muscle Memory, Dhesi, formerly Jinder Mahal, shared how the show was affected due to the venue.

“There was a huge crack in the arena. Like, on the side where the bleachers were, there was this giant crack in the wall. They couldn’t sit anybody in that section.”

Dhesi Vs. Triple H had been promoted heavily for the Indian event as Dhesi has a deep fanbase in the subcontinent. On the night, however, the damage to the arena was was severe enough that WWE officials considered canceling the event.

“We were lucky that the show went on, because it was possible they could’ve said, ‘We can’t have the show here.’ Of course, safety comes first.”

Both Dhesi and Triple H were kept busy prior to the event, with WWE’s CCO being part of media interviews and public appearances. This left the pair scrambling to put a match together late in the game.

“We didn’t really have time to call anything until intermission. We went over the main parts, the finish, and the rest, he just called in the ring.”

The match in Dheli saw Triple H get the win, in one of the final in-ring contests for the Game, and the pair shared a sign of respect after the bell. Though Dhesi may have come up short, he remains grateful that he was able to compete with the King of Kings, and that their match was able to go ahead at all.

Raj Dhesi On Facing John Cena: ‘He Just Listens To The Crowd’

Raj Dhesi On Facing John Cena: ‘He Just Listens To The Crowd’

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Raj Dhesi On Facing John Cena: ‘He Just Listens To The Crowd’

Facing John Cena is a career highlight for many wrestlers, and in 2017, Raj Dhesi was able to step into the ring with WWE’s GOAT. In an interview with Muscle Memory, Dhesi (formerly Jinder Mahal,) discussed Cena’s tendency to call matches in real time rather than planning everything in advance.

“With John, he doesn’t call a whole lot before. He just listens to the crowd and calls it in the ring. The finish [of our match] being Baron Corbin’s cash-in—we all knew that was going to happen. But other than that, he just called things on the fly.”

Dhesi and Cena battled on SmackDown in August 2017, giving the then-WWE Champion a chance to work with one of the company’s biggest-ever stars. In the interview, Dhesi recalled an edict he was given backstage that Cena decided to have fun with.

“I had always heard from producers, ‘Never do a test of strength. Vince [McMahon] hates it. He thinks it’s stupid.’ So, I’m in the match, and right in the beginning, Cena calls for a test of strength. I’m thinking, ‘Wait, what?’ But I go along with it, and he doesn’t call anything else.”

Dhesi directly went against what McMahon prefers in matches, an act that could’ve drawn the ire of the then-Chairman. While the backstage area was silent once Dhesi returned after the match, “we got the thumbs up from Vince.”

John Cena will mark the end of his in-ring career in 2025, meaning many wrestlers will unfortunately never have the chance to work with the WWE icon. Seven years after their match, Dhesi is pleased he was able to learn from Big Match John.

“He’s retiring soon, so I’m glad I got to work with him… it was always a huge honor to be in there with John Cena.”

Cena’s next match will come at WrestleMania 41, where he intends to become a 17-time WWE World Champion. Dhesi will be among those watching the match closely to see whether his former rival can make history in Las Vegas against Cody Rhodes.

Raj Deshi: It Would Take a Check with a Lot of Zeros to Return to WWE

Raj Deshi: It Would Take a Check with a Lot of Zeros to Return to WWE

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Raj Dhesi is keeping his options open for his pro-wrestling future, whether it be a return to WWE or a move to another promotion. Speaking with MuscleManMalcolm on Muscle Memory, Dhesi made it clear that his decision would be based on both financial and creative considerations.

“Of course, if it makes sense—creative, business-wise. There have to be enough zeros on a piece of paper for me to sign it. A lot of them.”

Dhesi, formerly Jinder Mahal, was cut from WWE in 2024. Having wrestled for GCW, AAA, Maple Leaf Pro and more since then, Dhesi highlighted his ability to compete on his own terms.

“I’ve been very blessed in my career. I had a long career and I invested most of my earnings throughout my years. I became financially literate—I studied money, learned about compound interest, how to invest in the S&P 500, rental properties—so now I just kind of do what I want and have fun.”

While he remains open to a role in a major promotion, Dhesi appears to be enjoying his time on the independent scene, where he currently holds multiple championships. However, his comments suggest that the right offer could bring him back to the big leagues, potentially even WWE, sooner rather than later.

How 3MB Paved the Way for Raj Dhesi’s WWE Title Glory



Mandy Rose Shares Staggering Post-WWE Earnings: ‘I Basically Make 10x’

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Mandy Rose Shares Staggering Post-WWE Earnings: ‘I Basically Make 10x’

Mandy Rose was controversially cut from WWE in December 2022 after the promotion was made aware of the content shared with her subscribers. On her Power Alphas podcast, Rose discussed her life post-WWE which is far less painful than her time as a Superstar.

“Paint this picture: I wake up when I want, do what I want, and I don’t have to take bumps or be on the road for 300-plus days.”

Rose may not be traveling the world taking bumps, but has kept up her online subscription service. Fans are able to pay for exclusive photos and videos of the former NXT Women’s Champion, which has proven very lucrative.

“I basically make ten times the amount of money that I made in WWE in one year. Like, that’s crazy.“

Rose has faced the stigma of producing explicit content that is shared online, but the ex-Superstar isn’t fazed. On the podcast, she acknowledged that while people “always want to talk s***,” she is able to live her life the way she wants and make a fortune doing so.

Rose hasn’t wrestled since her exit from WWE though a recent online spat with Tiffany Stratton sparked speculation about a return. Last September, Rose admitted to having “unfinished business” in the ring, leaving fans of hers hopeful about a return to the squared circle.

In the meantime, Rose will continue to live life how she wishes, which she certainly can afford thanks to her online content. While some may disapprove of what the former NXT Women’s Champion does, Rose is doing things the way she wants in her professional and personal lives.

JD McDonagh Tells Inside Story of Crazy WarGames Bump

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JD McDonagh Tells Inside Story of Crazy WarGames Bump

JD McDonagh has revealed some interesting unknown details about one of his craziest WWE bumps.

The Irish star competed in the WarGames match at the Survivor Series 2023 event. Teaming up with other Judgement Day members and Drew McIntyre, he went up against the alliance of Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, Jey Uso, Sami Zayn and a returning Randy Orton.

The former Cruiserweight Champion was part of one of the craziest spots of the night. He was thrown off the top of the cage by Rollins and Zayn, to be caught by Randy Orton with an RKO outta nowhere.

JD talked about this crazy bump during his recent interview with Chris Van Vliet. He revealed that he originally planned on doing a moonsault off the cage. The idea was shot down however, as Charlotte Flair was planned for the same spot in the Women’s WarGames match earlier in the night:

“Yeah, that was my idea. My first idea was I was going to moonsault off the cage and they said, ‘No you can’t do that. Charlotte’s gonna do that.’ I said, ‘Okay, well then in that case, I have a slightly more dangerous suggestion.’

I said super RKO, and they asked ‘Do you think you can do it safely?’ ‘I’d have to eyeball it. I’d have to get up there onto the cage and see the height and see, but I reckon I could.'”

The Lights Are On: JD McDonagh

When asked if Randy Orton was also as confident in the spot being completed safely, JD McDonagh revealed that they actually practiced it the night before:

“We got a crash mat out the night before. I hate blowing up the secrets in wrestling but we got a crash night out, he stood at the end of it, I got up on the cage and just jumped off. He eyeballed and he goes, ‘I got you.’ ‘I bet you do.’ ‘All right, let’s do it tomorrow. The lights are on.’”

Apart from this, JD McDonagh also talked about the crazy rib injury he suffered in January this year that has kept him out of action since then. The high-flying star revealed his immediate reaction to the injury and provided an update on his recovery. You can check out his comments here.

‘I Knew He Was a Snake’—Logan Paul Intrigued by Heel John Cena

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‘I Knew He Was a Snake’—Logan Paul Intrigued by Heel John Cena

John Cena’s shocking WWE heel turn has left fans stunned—but Logan Paul? Not so much. On Impaulsive, Paul reacted to Cena’s betrayal, saying he had always suspected the WWE legend had a darker side.

“I knew he was a snake, but I didn’t think he was going to snake the whole WWE audience.”

Cena, who built his career as WWE’s ultimate good guy, turned heel in a shocking storyline shift. Fans have been divided—some excited to see a new side of Cena, others furious that their childhood hero has turned to the dark side.

Paul, now one of WWE’s biggest stars, admitted he didn’t expect Cena to pull this move so late in his career.

“It’s almost a shame, because I wish we had more than just his last year of being a heel.”

For years, fans have speculated about a Cena heel turn. Many thought it would never happen. But now that it has, it raises the question—how will this change WWE’s landscape? And could this set up a future feud between Logan Paul and the new John Cena?

With Logan Paul dominating as one of WWE’s top heels, the potential for an epic clash is undeniable. And if Paul’s instincts were right about Cena all along, could he be the one to take down the villain Cena has become?

Jim Ross on John Cena’s Heel Turn: ‘I Liked the Hell Out of It’

Jim Ross on WrestleMania 41 Main Event: ‘What’s Rock Going to Do?’

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Jim Ross on WrestleMania 41 Main Event: ‘What’s Rock Going to Do?’

With John Cena’s shocking heel turn and his upcoming world title match against Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41, legendary commentator Jim Ross is eager to see how the story unfolds—especially when it comes to The Rock’s potential involvement.

On a recent episode of Grilling JR, Ross speculated about the direction of the match and whether Rhodes will have to deal with a two-on-one situation.

“What’s their deal mean now?” Ross asked. “Is it… what’s Rock going to do? Do we know?”

His co-host Conrad Thompson noted that while Cena and Rhodes are officially set for the championship match, the door is wide open for outside interference and shenanigans. Ross playfully pondered who might even the odds for Cody, throwing out a surprising name.

“Could be anybody, I guess… could be Stone Cold.”

While he was half-joking, the idea of Stone Cold Steve Austin stepping in to counterbalance The Rock and Cena would certainly send shockwaves through the wrestling world. Austin, who resides in Nevada, has long been linked to a potential WWE return, and WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas could be the perfect stage.

With WWE making bold creative moves under its new leadership, Ross is eager to see how things unfold.

“I’m fired up about a heel John Cena,” Ross said. “I’m looking forward to seeing it pay off.”

As WrestleMania approaches, the biggest question remains: Will The Rock fully align with Cena? And if so, will Rhodes have backup in his corner? If Austin were to step in, WWE could be setting up one of the most electrifying showdowns in wrestling history.

Jim Ross on John Cena’s Heel Turn: ‘I Liked the Hell Out of It’

Jim Ross on John Cena’s Heel Turn: ‘I Liked the Hell Out of It’

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Jim Ross on John Cena’s Heel Turn: ‘I Liked the Hell Out of It’

Wrestling legend Jim Ross has weighed in on John Cena’s shocking heel turn, calling it a “jaw-dropper” and praising the execution of the angle.

On a recent episode of Grilling JR, Ross discussed how fans reacted to the turn, even going as far as to superimpose his iconic commentary over the moment. While flattered, Ross made it clear that he didn’t want to take away from the work of WWE’s current announcers.

“It’s nice,” Ross said. “I feel badly because it takes away from Michael Cole, and that’s not the objective. But everybody’s got their taste. My delivery and my presentation in moments like that are different… and I don’t think you could replicate them.”

As for Cena’s transformation, Ross had nothing but praise.

“I liked it. I liked the hell out of it. I thought it was timely. I thought it made sense. I thought it added to the show… a jaw-dropper, to say the least.”

The Hall of Fame commentator also reflected on why it took so long for WWE to make the move. He confirmed long-standing rumors that Vince McMahon was reluctant to turn Cena heel due to his lucrative merchandise sales.

“A lot of people wanted it to happen, but Vince was always very, very reticent in pulling the string on that deal. One of the reasons is what you mentioned—Cena’s merchandise numbers were astonishing.”

Now that WWE is under new leadership, Cena’s turn signals a shift in creative decision-making. With Cena set to challenge Cody Rhodes for the world title at WrestleMania, the move adds an extra layer of intrigue to the main event.

Ross, like many fans, is eager to see where this new chapter for Cena leads.

“I’m fired up about a heel John Cena,” he said.

With speculation swirling about potential interference from The Rock and even Stone Cold Steve Austin, WrestleMania’s main event is shaping up to be must-see TV.

Nikki Bella Confirms WWE Return, Reunites with Wrestling Stars at Queen of the Ring Premiere

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Nikki Bella Confirms WWE Return, Reunites with Wrestling Stars at Queen of the Ring Premiere

WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella may be lacing up her boots again. During the latest episode of The Nikki & Brie Show, she casually hinted at a future return to WWE, saying:

“I know at one point I will be going back to WWE to do something. I don’t know when, I don’t know the story, but it’s going to happen.”

While she didn’t provide details, her comments are enough to spark speculation. Bella last competed in WWE at the 2022 Royal Rumble and has previously expressed interest in a final run.

Reuniting with Old Friends

Nikki made the revelation while discussing Queen of the Ring, a biopic about wrestling pioneer Mildred Burke, which she and Brie attended in Los Angeles. The event was a reunion of sorts, as several wrestling stars were in attendance, including Mercedes Moné (Sasha Banks), Toni Storm, Naomi, Mickie James, Camille, and more.

“It was really fun to see a mix of AEW and WWE people—that’s so rare,” Nikki noted.

Mildred Burke

The film itself resonated deeply with the Bellas, highlighting Burke’s trailblazing career. Wrestling in the 1930s-50s, Burke defied the odds in a male-dominated industry, becoming the highest-paid female athlete of her time.

“She made people believe that women could main event. This was in the 1930s through 50s. That’s absolutely incredible,” Nikki said.

Brie added that Burke’s story—balancing wrestling with motherhood—inspired her:

“We can be at any age as a mom and still conquer gigantic dreams. She showcased that so well.”

With Nikki’s WWE future uncertain, but seemingly inevitable, Queen of the Ring served as a reminder of how far women’s wrestling has come—and how figures like Burke, and later the Bellas themselves, helped pave the way.

JD McDonagh Reveals Immediate Reaction To Freak Rib Injury

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JD McDonagh Reveals Immediate Reaction To Freak Rib Injury

JD McDonagh has revealed his first thoughts after his rib injury.

The Judgement Day star recently had an interview with Chris Van Vliet. He talked about things such as his start in wrestling, being paired with the WWE faction upon his main roster debut, the RKO spot from the top of the WarGames cage, and more.

The Irish star is currently out of action with a rib injury. He last competed on the January 27 episode of Raw where JD teamed up with Dominik Mysterio to challenge the War Raiders for the tag team titles. McDonagh suffered the injury while he was attempting a moonsault on the outside and bounced off the announce table.

An Out-of-Body Experience: JD McDonagh

When asked what his immediate thought after the spot was, JD McDonagh claimed that it was an ‘out-of-body experience’ and all he was thinking was not being able to breath normally:

“In that moment I was just thinking, when’s the next breath gonna come? I knew that I didn’t hit my head that hard, because I knew I’d missed a spot in the match and I knew what was coming up next. So I knew I wasn’t unconscious or anything like that,

And then I don’t know, it was like an out-of-body experience, listening to Michael Cole with the concern in his voice. I’ve heard him all through the years being like we got to get a medic down here, and then all of a sudden, you’re lying at his feet and he’s saying it about you.”

The high-flying star said that he couldn’t get ‘full lung full of air’ but he thought he was just winded from hitting the table. JD noted that he thought he had cracked ribs but he did not tell the same to the referee. The ref checked him for possible concussion and then continued the match on the Raw star’s insistence. So it wasn’t the official’s fault that the match progressed despite his injury.

JD McDonagh later provided an update on his health noting that he is feeling a lot better now. According to him, he is just waiting for the bones to knit back together before he can start taking bumps again and begin the process of getting cleared by WWE doctors.

YouTube Star Claims Triple H Once Kicked Him Out of WrestleMania

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YouTube Star Claims Triple H Once Kicked Him Out of WrestleMania

YouTuber star Joe Weller has claimed that Triple H once kicked him out of WrestleMania.

The social media star was known to make WWE-inspired videos back in the day. One of his most famous videos, where Weller did moves on a girl in a pool, also featured WWE legends Paul Heyman and Jim Ross.

He reflected on the time in a recent appearance on Logan Paul’s Impaulsive podcast. Talking about his interaction with Heyman, Joe Weller revealed that the former ECW owner actually invited him to attend WrestleMania at the time:

“I went to a WrestleMania, Paul Heyman was like, ‘I love your video’, that swimming pool one, he was like ‘Come along, let’s make another one and I’ll get you in at WrestleMania, you can stay in the WWE hotel.'”

There Was No Embracing It At That Point: Joe Weller

Unfortunately for Joe Weller, social media celebrities at the time did not hold the same importance they do today. According to the YouTube star, the current WWE head of creative Triple H did not approve of Paul inviting him over, and The Game actually kicked him out:

“Fucking Triple H kicked me out. He was like, ‘Who’s this fucking YouTuber? Get out of here’. They were so not open to the YouTube stuff back then. I think he was still wrestling,

But it was very much like, ‘Who the fuck’s this YouTuber?’, Like distance, there was no embracing of it back at that point. But Paul Heyman got it and we made a video, we made Brock Lesnar say, ‘Fuck you Joe’ and it was sick.”

Joe Weller later said that he often thinks about how different the situation would have been had social media been as important back then. Weller said that he would have loved to be in the position Logan Paul is in with WWE today.

World’s Strongest Man Winner Wants WWE Showdown With Logan Paul

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World’s Strongest Man Winner Wants WWE Showdown With Logan Paul

Logan Paul has proven his athletic skills in the ring, but now he has found himself the target of a World’s Strongest Man winner. On Facebook, Eddie Hall, also known as ‘The Beast’ shared his request, stating that “WWE need to set me up a match with Logan Paul.”

After taking the bronze in the 2016 World’s Strongest Man competition, Hall won the contest the following year. From 2011 to 2016, he won the UK’s Strongest Man competition and won Britain’s Strongest Man every year from 2014 to 2018. Part of Hall’s success comes from having Myostatin, also known as the Hercules gene, which allows him to build more muscle mass than the average human being

Hall may have made his name in strongman competitions but he’s no stranger to combat sports. In 2022, he battled World’s Strongest Man Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson in a boxing match. In June 2024, he made his MMA debut in a handicap match against social media influencers the Neffati brothers.

As for Paul, he continues to be a fixture of WWE Raw where he has run a foul of AJ Styles. With WrestleMania 41 looming, fans are predicting a showdown between the two at the Showcase of the Immortals. This match will be a battle of two athletically gifted individuals, though Hall hopes that it’ll be power vs agility in his potential showdown with the former United States Champion.

Logan Paul Disputes Claims About Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens Elimination Chamber Match

‘Who Knows’ – Moose Wants CM Punk Match, Claims TNA Feud Was Nixed

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‘Who Knows’ – Moose Wants CM Punk Match, Claims TNA Feud Was Nixed

TNA X-Division Champion Moose was in the ring at WWE NXT Roadblock and now the powerhouse is ready to get in the ring with CM Punk. Taking to X, Moose shared that there were once plans for himself and Moose to feud over the TNA World Championship. Though that ultimately didn’t pan out, Moose remained open to a future program with Punk, adding “Who knows?”

Moose was spotted multiple times in TNA Wrestling in 2023 during his first suspension from AEW, leading some to speculate he’d sign with the promotion. Instead, Punk shocked fans with his return to WWE at Survivor Series: WarGames 2023, and has been an active part of the company ever since.

With WWE and TNA’s multi-year partnership, fans shouldn’t count out CM Punk and Moose locking horns in the ring one day. At Roadblock, Moose came up short against NXT Champion Oba Femi in a match for Femi’s title.

As for Punk, his Road to WrestleMania 41 took a sharp turn on Raw, with the return of Roman Reigns. All signs are pointing to a triple threat match between Punk, Reigns, and Seth Rollins at WrestleMnaia 41. While this isn’t the title match Punk had hoped for, it could be what earns him his long-awaited main event spot at WWE’s biggest show of the year.

Logan Paul Disputes Claims About Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens Elimination Chamber Match

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Logan Paul Disputes Claims About Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens Elimination Chamber Match

Logan Paul has become the unlikely defender of the latest Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens encounter.

The two best friends added another chapter to their storied rivalry at the Elimination Chamber PPV earlier this month. 15 years after their memorable ROH encounter, the two once again faced each other in an unsanctioned match. The brutality of this war which was won by Kevin Owens in the end was one to remember.

The YouTube star talked about the bout on the latest episode of his Impaulsive podcast. Logan Paul welcomed fellow content creator Joe Weller on his show and the two talked about Paul’s work in WWE in detail. During the talk, Weller recalled his experience in the wrestling ring which prompted the former US Champion to tell the story of his own first experience in the squared circle:

“I remember so vividly coming into my first WWE session. I was working with Mike The Miz. I’m touching the mat and I’m like, ‘This is crazy. Is the bouncy one during the actual match?’ He goes, ‘No dude, this is the ring. It’s the same ring.’ I’m like ‘Yeah, but on TV, it’s bouncy, right? How are you guys landing like that?’

He’s like ‘No, dude.’ By the way, every celebrity that I see coming in there doing a match or doing a spot whatever, the same reaction every [time]. They feel the edge of the mat and they’re like, ‘Bro, this isn’t even fucking moving.’ And I’m like ‘Yeah, been there.'”

Fake Is Not The Word: Logan Paul

One of the most brutal spots of the Sami Zayn vs Kevin Owens match saw Zayn bringing out a barbed-wire steel chair. Sami set up the chair on top of two other chairs and delivered a Blue Thunderbomb to his opponent. Due to the brutally of the spot, many people wondered if the chair was gimmicked in some way.

Logan Paul however disputed these claims. He was talking about how the weapons used in matches are all real. According to him, he too thought that the barbed-wire must be fake at first but learned otherwise upon a closure inspection:

“The chairs. They showed me the metal chair and I said ‘Okay, where is the fake, where is the plastic chair?’ No plastic fucking chair. Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. That match they had at Elimination Chamber, and the barbed wire around the chair.

That was real fucking barbed wire. I felt it beforehand. I saw the chair and was like, ‘No way this is [real].’ Tap, tap, tap. It’s sharp. It’s insane dude. That’s why fake is not the word. It’s just not the word.”

Logan Paul was involved in a big segment on this week’s episode of Raw. He attacked comedian Andrew Schulz during the show, prompting AJ Styles to make the save.

‘I Can See You Now’ – Megatron Approves Of John Cena’s Heel Turn

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‘I Can See You Now’ – Megatron Approves Of John Cena’s Heel Turn

John Cena shocked the world by turning heel at WWE Elimination Chamber: Toronto, marking his first role as a villain on WWE since 2003. While fans have been stunned and horrified by the act, the Transformers character Megatron is all for it.

When the Wrestling Mayhem Show visited a recent theme park one of the hosts caught up with the leader of the Decepticons. Given that he is a villain in his own right, Megatron was all for John’s heel turn.

“It was always meant to be. I can see you now John, I can see you now. And I’ve seen what you’ve been up to and I like what I see.”

Megatron likes Cena’s heel turn, but had some words for The Rock. Ending his comments, the Transformer reminded those watching that “The Final Boss is me,” before rejecting an attempted fist-bump.

Cena does have a connection to the Transformers universe as he was part of 2018’s Bumblebee movie. Playing ‘Agent Burns’ Cena is wary of the Decepticons when the villains arrive claiming they want to help the human race. After the Decepticons reveal their true nature and attack humans, Cena’s character questions how having the name ‘the decepticons’ didn’t set off any red flags among his commanders.

Cena will be a part of the March 17, edition of WWE Raw in Brussels, Belgium, where fans hope he will explain his actions. Cena will battle Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania, where he intends to become a 17-time WWE World Champion.

Cedric Alexander Confirms First Post WWE Bookings

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Former WWE star Cedric Alexander has been announced for a couple of indie dates in May and June following the end of his WWE run.

United Pro Wrestling revealed the first of Alexander’s booking on Twitter announcing that he’ll be making his debut for the promotion on May 10th.

Prestige Wrestling made a similar announcement confirming that the former Hurt Business member will be making an appearance at their June 1st event. The promotion confirmed that Alexander will be wrestling Trever Lee at the show being held in Los Angeles, CA:

The high-flying star was originally signed by WWE on fan demand following an impressive showing in his Cruiserweight Classic match against Kota Ibushi. He was assigned to the debuting Cruiserweight Division in 2016. He went on to win the Cruiserweight Championship from Mustafa Ali at WrestleMania 34.

Cedric Alexander later found success as part of the Hurt Business faction as well. Teaming with Shelton Benjamin, he won the Raw tag team championships. He wasn’t used much after the end of the group however and he was unsurprisingly released from the company on February 7 this year.

There have been reports of people within AEW pushing for Alexander to be signed, especially as the Hurt Business has reunited in the company as Hurt Syndicate. So far however, there has been no solid update to indicate that Tony Khan is interested in bringing the former Champion in.

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