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Patrick Clark Ready For WWE Comeback & Apologies, Names Triple H

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Patrick Clark Ready For WWE Comeback & Apologies, Names Triple H

Patrick Clark, aka Velveteen Dream, is ready for a grand return to WWE and also believes that an apology or two is in order. On May, Clark took to Instagram to respond to allegations against Mike ‘Duke’ Droese, who was indicted last week on one count of Attempted Aggravated Sexual Exploitation of a Minor. In his first slide, Clark argued that “Let Me Be Very Clear: People Guilty of Child Crimes Don’t Get to Walk Around Free,” something Clark is doing to this day. His second slide reads:

“A LOT OF YOU OWE ME AN APOLOGY FOR DRAGGING ME THRU THE MUD. KNOWING 5 YEARS LATER HERE I STAND STILL FREE AND WITHOUT A SINGLE CHARGE. BUT I GET IT. IT’S VERY HARD FOR PEOPLE TO ADMIT WHEN THEY WERE WRONG AND MALICIOUS. BUT HEY THAT’S WRESTLING.”

Clark was accused in 2020 of inappopriate conduct, including messages with minors. Though WWE claimed their investigation warranted no evidence, at least one person who accused Clark later said that WWE never reached out as part of their investigation.

In another slide, Clark called for fans to rally for his return to WWE.

“IF YOU LOVE ME LIKE YOU SAY YOU LOVE ME, THE BOSS’ (HHH/HBK) PAY ATTENTION TO SOCIAL MEDIA. IT’S SIMPLE. #WeWantTheDREAM AND SPAM @TripleH @WWE. THEY WILL HEAR YOU! WE CAN MAKE ENOUGH NOISE TO DROWN OUT THE LIES AND THE HATE.“

It remains to be seen if Clark will get to return to WWE but the former NXT North American Champion is adamant that he be given a second chance.

Dynasty Wrestling Alum Hits Out At “Disgusting” Decision To Have Patrick Clark Appear At Event

Rhea Ripley Reflects on Injury-Struck 2024 and WWE Comeback

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Rhea Ripley Reflects on Injury-Struck 2024 and WWE Comeback

Rhea Ripley has emerged as one of WWE’s top female stars in recent years, but 2024 brought significant challenges for the powerhouse known as ‘Mami.’ In an interview with World Wide of Sports, Ripley reflected on the injuries that disrupted her momentum.

“I did a grade three AC sprain and then finally came back from that, which was so tough — not being able to do the things that I love. But I finally came back and got to go for my world championship again and try and grab that back, but then I broke my orbital bone.”

These injuries marked a difficult period in Ripley’s career, bringing her reign as Women’s World Champion to an untimely end and keeping her out of action for much of the year. Despite the setbacks, she used her time away to focus on personal growth.

“It was just injuries flying left and right. but I learned a lot about myself — that I can pretty much overcome whatever is in my way, and that’s such a strong thing to realise.”

Now back in action, Ripley reclaimed the Women’s World Championship during Raw’s debut on Netflix. Although she is no longer champion, many believe another title run is on the horizon for the dominant Australian.

Rhea Ripley: The Judgment Day Died When I Was Kicked Out

WWE EVOLVE Titles Revealed, Champions to be Crowned in Elimination Matches

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WWE EVOLVE Titles Revealed, Champions to be Crowned in Elimination Matches

WWE has officially unveiled the EVOLVE Championships. WWE EVOLVE General Manager Stevie Turner revealed both the WWE EVOLVE Championship and the WWE EVOLVE Women’s Championship on the May 7 episode. Both titles will be decided in fatal four-way elimination matches in the coming weeks.

Wendy Choo, Kali Armstrong, and Kendal Grey have been confirmed as three of the four competitors set to vie for the EVOLVE Women’s Championship in three weeks. Meanwhile, Sean Legacy is the first confirmed participant in the men’s fatal four-way match, which will determine the inaugural WWE EVOLVE Champion in four weeks. This is a huge opportunity for Legacy, who wrestled in the battle royal to crown the next number one contender for the NXT Championship this week, but was unsuccessful.

The introduction of these new titles marks a significant step for WWE EVOLVE as the brand continues to establish itself through high-stakes competition and emerging talent. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from WWE EVOLVE

“I’ve Never Been A Big Fan Of It” – Will Ospreay On WWE’s Product

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“I’ve Never Been A Big Fan Of It” – Will Ospreay On WWE’s Product

AEW star Will Ospreay respects WWE but has admitted that he isn’t a fan of their product, preferring AEW’s approach. Speaking with the Daily Star ahead of Forbidden Door 2025, Ospreay recalled enjoying certain WWE stars like Eddie Guerrero and Edge as a kid but finding the overall product “lame” and “recycled” as he got older.

While acknowledging WWE is “on fire now,” Ospreay stated, “not only as a viewer but also as a wrestler, I just don’t enjoy it… I just never was a WWE guy.” He elaborated on his critique: “I respect it and I respect the guys doing it. That schedule is crazy… I just didn’t like it. I don’t like the show, I don’t like the style of wrestling, I don’t like the presentation.”

However, he praised AEW’s approach, noting, “when AEW came along and they went with more the sports-based style of it, it was something that I could sink my teeth into.” Despite WWE’s business advantages, Ospreay firmly believes AEW excels in the ring.

“Yeah, you guys are the biggest… drawing the bigger houses… got the bigger deals. But the moment the bell rings, I think we’re better than all of them,” he stated, while acknowledging WWE has strong promo talents like CM Punk and Roman Reigns.

He also clarified he doesn’t hate Triple H, having never met him. Ospreay faces Hangman Page in the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament final at AEW Double or Nothing on May 25. The winner will challenge for the World Title at All In.

International Star Officially Signs With AEW

International Star Officially Signs With AEW

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International Star Officially Signs With AEW

Following recent reports from Fightful Select and teases from the promotion itself, the deal is now official: international wrestling star Thekla is All Elite. The Austrian-born star, known as the “Toxic Spider,” has officially signed a contract with AEW.

According to Fightful Select, Thekla had been planning a move to the United States for some time, and the agreement with AEW was reportedly in the works for a considerable period before being finalized. The report also noted that WWE had previously shown interest in Thekla during their international talent scouting efforts last year.

Thekla arrives in AEW after making a name for herself in Japan’s World Wonder Ring Stardom promotion. Joining Stardom in late 2021, she quickly captured the SWA World Championship while part of the popular Donna del Mondo (DDM) faction. She later achieved tag team success, holding the Goddess of Stardom Championship with Mai Sakurai before joining the God’s Eye stable following DDM’s dissolution.

With her unique “Toxic Spider” persona, striking look, and unique in-ring style built in Stardom, Thekla’s signing represents a major acquisition for AEW’s women’s division. 

Rhino Makes AEW Debut On Dynamite

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Rhino Makes AEW Debut On Dynamite

AEW Dynamite featured a legendary surprise tonight, May 7, 2025, as ECW original Rhino made his debut for the promotion. The “Man Beast” arrived to challenge Nick Wayne for the ROH World Television Championship.

Unfortunately for the veteran powerhouse, his first outing in an AEW ring ended swiftly. Wayne secured a quick pinfall victory over Rhino using the Killswitch finisher made famous by his mentor Christian Cage.

This marked Wayne’s second successful defense of the ROH World Television Championship. While Rhino came up short in his AEW debut, his appearance adds him to a notable list of former ECW standouts who have graced an AEW ring, following names like Rob Van Dam, Sabu, and Raven.

Furthermore, fellow ECW alumni Jerry Lynn and Taz remain integral parts of AEW, serving in prominent backstage and commentary roles, respectively. Despite the loss, Rhino looks ahead to another championship opportunity; he is scheduled to challenge NWA World Heavyweight Champion Thomas Latimer at the NWA Crockett Cup event on May 17th. Rhino’s Dynamite appearance provided a nostalgic moment for long-time fans and added another layer of veteran presence to the AEW landscape.

El Grande Americano Wins WWE Speed Title from Dragon Lee

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El Grande Americano Wins WWE Speed Title from Dragon Lee

Mere weeks after his WWE debut, El Grande Americano is proving he’s not to be overlooked—this time by capturing championship gold. During the May 7 edition of WWE Speed, the luchador won the WWE Speed Championship, ending Dragon Lee’s reign in the process.

With this victory, El Grande Americano becomes the fourth Superstar to hold the WWE Speed title, following in the footsteps of Ricochet, Andrade, and Lee. On X, El Grande shared a message with his supporters:

“I want to publicly thank the WWE Universe for the support they have given me on my journey to earn my FIRST WWE singles title! Even though I’ve been doing this for 40 years or more, I’ve been made to feel like this is all new to me. Let’s celebrate!!”

Americano’s win wasn’t just a title victory—it marked yet another conquest over a fellow luchador. Since his ‘debut’ earlier this year, El Grande Americano has made it his mission to dismantle his masked rivals in WWE. At WrestleMania 41, he defeated Rey Fenix, who stepped in for the injured Rey Mysterio.

It remains to be seen how far El Grande Americano can go as WWE Speed Champion. But after decades of being blacklisted by the lucha community, or so he claims, Americano has firmly planted his boots in WWE—and he’s not going anywhere.

WWE Makes Change to El Grande Americano After Fan Backlash

Seth Rollins on How Being A Dad Changed His WWE Work

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Seth Rollins on How Being A Dad Changed His WWE Work

Seth Rollins isn’t just one of WWE’s top stars of the past decade—he also stepped into a major new role in 2020: fatherhood. In a recent interview on the Chicago Bears YouTube channel, Rollins shared how becoming a dad to baby Roux has transformed his daily life.

“I can’t just lay in bed all day. I’ve got to get up and be dad, enjoy that process, and be that for her.”

Rollins’ perspective as a father extends beyond home life. Whether he’s in the ring or training, his daughter remains at the forefront of his mind.

“The way I train is just so much different now than the way I did 5, 10 years ago. I’m not falling down nearly as much as I used to.”

Rollins balances wrestling and parenting alongside his wife, fellow WWE Superstar Becky Lynch. He praised Lynch as “the greatest of all time” and expressed gratitude for sharing the parenting journey with her.

“We both gotta be up and at ’em for a little four-and-a-half-year-old because she [Roux] runs the house. That’s for sure.”

While Roux is far too young to considering entering the squared circle just yet, her viral appearance at the WrestleMania 41 post-show captured fans’ hearts. As for Rollins, he’s embracing his evolving responsibilities, both in the ring and at home.

Backstage News On Plans For New Seth Rollins Stable

This Book is All Elite – First AEW Book Coming In November

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This Book is All Elite – First AEW Book Coming In November

AEW is getting into the publishing world with the release its first official book this November. This Book is All Elite will be written by wrestling historian and New York Times bestselling writer Keith Elliot Greenberg and and will be published by Random House Worlds, a division of Penguin Random House.

The book will be a definitive history of AEW and will trace the company’s history from its founding to the mondern-day. The book will also feature exclusive backstage stories and never-before-seen photos from the company’s early years.

This won’t be Greenberg’s first time writing about pro wrestling. Throughout his career, he has written biographies of wrestling legends including Ric Flair, Superstar Billy Graham, and Freddie Blassie. His latest book, Bigger! Better! Badder, focuses on the spectacle of WrestleMania 3.

This Book Is All Elite will be available through major retailers, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Additional details from AEW and Random House are expected in the coming weeks.

The Reviews Are In: WWE Stars & Legends Praise Becky Lynch’s ‘The Man’ Memoir


“I Let Loose And Acted A Little Bit More Crazy”: Randy Orton Recalls 2009 WWE Run

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“I Let Loose And Acted A Little Bit More Crazy”: Randy Orton Recalls 2009 WWE Run

Randy Orton has had many memorable chapters in his storied career. However, his heel turn in 2009 stands out as a particularly defining period, one where “The Viper” truly came into his own as a top heel. In an interview with Billboard, Orton reflected on this crucial year, explaining what made that run so impactful.

“I remember in 2009, it all kind of clicked as a bad guy,” Orton recalled. “I just kind of let loose and acted a little bit more crazy. Even down to the body language and stuff.”

This transformation wasn’t just an internal shift for Orton; it was heavily influenced by his on-screen adversaries and the creative direction. “But I think what it came down to was who I was facing in the ring in 2009,” he continued. “I was booked really strong.”

The peak of this era was undoubtedly his intensely personal and brutal feud with the McMahon family and Triple H. Orton didn’t just beat his opponents, he aimed to destroy their lives and legacies. 

“I did the thing where he [Triple H] was handcuffed and I assaulted Stephanie in front of him and he was an inch away. He had to sit there and watch as I messed with her. I kicked Vince in the head. I destroyed the entire McMahon family.”

These acts cemented Orton’s character as one of the most hated heels in WWE history. The creative freedom and significant storyline investment paid dividends.

“I think it was [a matter of] being given an opportunity in 2009,” Orton concluded, “and I had a home run with it.”

In 2009, he led the faction Legacy and captured multiple WWE Championships. It was the period when he fully shed the “Legend Killer” moniker to become the “Apex Predator.”

Potential Spoiler On WWE Backlash Surprise Return 

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Potential Spoiler On WWE Backlash Surprise Return 

WWE may be planning a big surprise for this Saturday’s Backlash PLE in St. Louis involving a top star that fans have not seen in recent weeks. 

That star would be Cody Rhodes. Regarding Rhodes’s return, a source told to PWInsider.com, “We’ve been asked about the potential return of Cody Rhodes to WWE storylines. It makes the most sense to have Rhodes show up at Backlash as a surprise this weekend in St. Louis. There’s at least been one pitch for that to happen, but we haven’t heard 100% that’s the direction.”

Rhodes defended his Undisputed WWE Championship against John Cena at WrestleMania 41 Night 2 on April 20, 2025, ultimately losing the title to Cena. That was Rhodes’ last match. 

Cena is slated to defend the WWE Title against Randy Orton in the main event of Backlash. Rumors suggest Cena could team up with music superstar Travis Scott, and their potential opponents would be Bad Bunny, possibly partnering with Rhodes. 

This matchup would stem from Travis Scott’s interference in John Cena’s WrestleMania 41 victory over Rhodes. Adding fuel to this, Scott is reportedly training with WWE Hall of Famer Booker T, indicating plans for an official in-ring debut for the rapper.

Mercedes Mone Fires Back At Fan After Being Called “Washed”

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Mercedes Mone Fires Back At Fan After Being Called “Washed”

AEW TBS Champion Mercedes Mone recently showcased her wit on social media, delivering an interesting clapback to a fan who called her “washed.” The exchange began when Mone posted a message of gratitude on X (formerly Twitter), writing, “I’m so thankful [red heart emoji].”

 A follower responded to this by stating, “You’re washed though.”Mone, who currently holds multiple championships including the TBS, NJPW STRONG, and RevPro Undisputed British Women’s titles, didn’t miss a beat. Referencing the dictionary definition of “washed” (meaning cleansed or covered with water), she wrote, “Extremely fresh and clean.” 

Fans can see Mone on tonight’s (May 7, 2025) episode of AEW Dynamite from the Masonic Temple Theatre in Detroit. While her exact role on the show is unconfirmed, her AEW Double or Nothing opponent, Jamie Hayter, is scheduled for a sit-down interview with Renee Paquette. 

Moné and Hayter will face off in the Women’s Owen Hart Foundation Tournament finals at the May 25th pay-per-view, with the winner earning an AEW Women’s Championship match at All In on July 12.

Update On WWE’s Giulia After Injury Scare

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Update On WWE’s Giulia After Injury Scare

An encouraging update has emerged regarding Japanese star Giulia following an injury scare during her NXT main event match against Jordynne Grace on the Tuesday, May 6th, 2025, episode. The bout was held to determine the next #1 contender for Stephanie Vaquer’s NXT Women’s Championship.

Throughout the contest, several spots caused concern among fans, but one stood out from the rest as Giulia appeared to land awkwardly on her head. However, according to Cory Hays of Bodyslam.net, word from within NXT is that Giulia is “all good” from a health perspective after the match.

Grace was ultimately victorious in the encounter, pinning Giulia after approximately 12 minutes of action. With this win, Grace has now earned the right to challenge Vaquer for the NXT Women’s Championship at the NXT Battleground Premium Live Event on May 25th.

Following the NXT broadcast, Giulia took to X (formerly Twitter) to commend Jordynne Grace on their match and shared her interest in a potential rematch down the line. This indicates that Giulia is in good spirits and looking forward despite the scare.

Myles Borne Earns NXT Title Shot Against Oba Femi at WWE Battleground

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Myles Borne Earns NXT Title Shot Against Oba Femi at WWE Battleground

A new challenger has emerged for the NXT Championship, and it’s not who fans expected. Following a 25-man battle royal on WWE NXT, Myles Borne has earned the right to face Oba Femi at WWE Battleground.

The stacked match featured top names such as Trick Williams, Ethan Page, Lexis King, Wes Lee, and Shawn Spears. Adding to the surprise, TNA’s Elijah (best known to WWE fans as Elias) made a notable appearance that drew a strong reaction from the crowd.

As the match narrowed down, the final four included Je’Von Evans, Shawn Spears, Ethan Page, and Borne. In a chaotic ending, Evans was eliminated by both Spears and Page, who then turned on each other.

Page attempted to throw out Spears but failed, and Borne seized the moment by eliminating Page. In a final twist, Page dragged Spears out with him, leaving Borne as the last man standing.

With this victory, Myles Borne now heads into WWE Battleground as the number one contender to Oba Femi’s NXT Championship.

NXT Battleground 2025

The third NXT Battleground event takes place Sunday, May 25, 2025. The event will stream live on Peacock/Netflix.

Match Card

NXT Championship:
Oba Femi (c) vs. Myles Borne

NXT Women’s Championship:
Stephanie Vaquer (c) vs. Jordynne Grace

TNA World Championship:
Joe Hendry (c) vs. Trick Williams
(First time the TNA World Title will be defended on a WWE event)

Toni Storm, Samoa Joe, Okada Highlight AEW Dynamite for May 7

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Toni Storm, Samoa Joe, Okada Highlight AEW Dynamite for May 7

AEW Dynamite returns tonight live from the Masonic Temple Theatre in Detroit, Michigan. tonight, May 7, 2025.

In a featured singles match, Samoa Joe takes on Claudio Castagnoli.

Meanwhile, the AEW Women’s World Championship picture heats up with a four-way eliminator match featuring Toni Storm, Thunder Rosa, Penelope Ford, and Anna Jay.

Kazuchika Okada continues his pursuit of the AEW Continental Championship in another eliminator bout, facing rising star “The Jet” Kevin Knight.

The show will also feature exclusive interviews, with Jamie Hayter sitting down with Renee Paquette and Will Ospreay making a live appearance to address the AEW audience.

Capping off the night, we’ve got a trios match featuring The Young Bucks (Matthew and Nicholas Jackson) teaming with Ricochet to face Swerve Strickland, Mike Bailey, and Mark Briscoe.

AEW Dynamite airs live at 8 p.m. ET on TBS and streaming on Max.

Logan Paul Draws Parallel Between Tom Brady and Triple H

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Logan Paul Draws Parallel Between Tom Brady and Triple H

Logan Paul told Tom Brady that he reminds him a lot of Paul “Triple H” Levesque during the latest episode of his Impaulsive podcast.

During their wide-ranging conversation, Paul explained that gratitude is a key trait shared by WWE’s Chief Content Officer and the man widely considered to be the greatest quarterback of all time.

“I want to actually draw a comparison between you and another goat who happens to be my boss, Triple H,” Paul said to Brady. “He just got inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame and in his speech, he’s saying a lot of things that you’re actually saying right now. He was just so thankful for everyone who helped him along the way and he didn’t attribute his greatness to himself that much. It was the people around him and the people that helped push him in the right direction.”

Paul continued by noting that the humility exhibited by both legends is “super inspiring,” before asking Brady about his mindset and the discipline that allowed him to perform at such a high level for so long.

Brady’s Response

While Brady didn’t directly address the Triple H comparison, his response revealed similar philosophies to what Paul had observed in both men. Brady emphasized his love for the game and the importance of relationships with teammates.

“I was blessed to love what I did for a job just like you’re doing now,” Brady responded. “It’s like you really have to love it because I think that’s what makes you bounce out of bed in the morning.”

Brady further explained that football wasn’t just a sport to him, but “all about relationships and teammates,” naming several players who motivated him throughout his career. He spoke about not wanting to let these teammates down because of the sacrifices they were making with “their body, their family, their time.”

In a moment that acknowledged the wrestling world, Brady drew his own parallel:

“There’s an accountability to sports like you get in the ring with someone who’s a great wrestler. You want to do your best for the crowd certainly and for yourself, but that guy’s putting a lot on the line, too. So, you’re like, I better show up ready to go.”

This conversation between Paul and Brady highlights WWE’s expanding reach into mainstream culture. As a prominent WWE Superstar, Logan Paul effectively leverages his connections to bring wrestling into conversations with top figures in sports and entertainment.

With his massive following from his influencer career and connections to figures like Brady, Paul serves as a valuable ambassador for WWE, creating moments that extend wrestling’s cultural influence beyond traditional boundaries.

Note: Some quotes have been lightly edited for clarity.

John Cena Crashes Inside the NBA, Peacemaker Season 2 Trailer

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John Cena Crashes Inside the NBA, Peacemaker Season 2 Trailer

John Cena made an unexpected live appearance on Inside the NBA Tuesday night, stepping onto the TNT set dressed in full Peacemaker gear to promote Season 2 of the DC series.

The former WWE champion brought gifts for the show’s hosts, handing out Peacemaker helmets to Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Ernie Johnson.

Cena’s appearance comes ahead of the show’s Season 2 premiere on August 21, 2025, exclusively on Max.

New Peacemaker Trailer Drops Ahead of August Premiere

Alongside Cena’s in-person promotion, Max released a new trailer offering the first extended look at what’s in store for the antihero’s next mission.

Returning Cast and Creative Team

James Gunn returns as creator and showrunner for Season 2, continuing the story of Christopher Smith — a vigilante determined to enforce peace at any cost. John Cena reprises the lead role, joined once again by Steve Agee, Jennifer Holland, Freddie Stroma, Danielle Brooks, Robert Patrick, and Chukwudi Iwuji.

Originally introduced in The Suicide Squad (2021), Cena’s Peacemaker quickly gained popularity, leading to a spin-off series that debuted in 2022. The show broke streaming records on Max, with its finale becoming the platform’s biggest single-day debut for an original series.

Season 2 is expected to pick up where the explosive finale left off, continuing to blend dark comedy, action, and character-driven storytelling.

The Miz Demands Tyrese Haliburton Match Over ‘Stolen’ Taunt

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The Miz Demands Tyrese Haliburton Match Over ‘Stolen’ Taunt

The Miz has been a staple of WWE for two decades now and has faced countless opponents. Now, the WWE Grand Slam Champion is ready to go one-on-one with Tyrese Haliburton over a ‘stolen’ gesture.

On X, The Miz shared an image of Haliburton, who during a match gestured that he had giant testicles. WWE’s resident A-Lister said Haliburton was “stealing my gimmick. In my city” and demanded that a match with the Indiana Pacer gets booked.

The Miz’s groin has become something of a running joke on WWE TV. In June 2022, Maryse let slip that “Just so you know my husband has average balls,” earning her the ire of her husband. Maryse later claimed that “My husband has gigantic balls… MASSIVE BALLS… HUGE BALLS…. Biggest balls in the world!!!” After some razzing, Miz tried to defend himself with a unique piece of WWE merchandise.

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As for Haliburton, he’s no stranger to WWE and has appeared both on the main roster and WWE NXT. With Haliburton being more than welcome by WWE management, don’t count out the NBA star going face-to-face, or rather ball-to-ball with The Miz down the line.

NBA Star Tyrese Haliburton Picks His Top 5 Favorite Wrestlers

Latest on Liv Morgan’s Movie Project, WWE Return

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Latest on Liv Morgan’s Movie Project, WWE Return

Liv Morgan is absent from WWE to shoot her first major film role, but fans won’t have to wait long to see the Women’s Tag Team Champion make a return. According to Fightful Select, Morgan’s time off for Bad Lieutenant: Tokyo will be brief as shooting in Japan for the thriller is expected to wrap on May 16th.

Morgan’s return flight back to the U.S. is scheduled for the next day, and while it’s unclear when exactly she’ll be back, the report confirms she’ll miss at least one more episode of Raw.Though this marks Morgan’s first major acting gig, the fast-paced schedule indicates that WWE still has significant plans for her once she returns.

Liv is one of three named stars for the film, along with lead actor Shun Ogiri and Lily James. Tjhe director, Takashi Miike, is a certfied hit-maker and is known for his films including Audition and Ichi the Killer. Morgan will play the role of a kidnapped daughter, which an FBI agent (James) arrives in Tokyo to investigate.

WWE has opted not to strip Liv and Raquel Rodriguez of the Women’s tag team titles and expect the pair to be defending the gold sooner than later. Time will tell what’s next for the popular Superstar, both in the ring and on the silver screen.

Liv Morgan Presented With Massive List Of Haters She’s Proven Wrong

Tag Team Breaks Up On WWE NXT, Member Leaves the U.S.

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Tag Team Breaks Up On WWE NXT, Member Leaves the U.S.

Tag team break-ups happen often in wrestling and now one of NXT’s more popular teams have aligned for the last time. During the May 6, edition of WWE NXT, Josh Briggs and Yoshiki Inamura were part of the battle royal to crown the next challenger for the WWE NXT Championship. Things didn’t go well for the pair as Inamura accidentally eliminated Briggs when he was trying to eliminate Ridge Holland.

In a backstage segment, Inamura apologized for letting Briggs down and shared that he was returning to Japan. Briggs was stunned by the news and asked his friend and tag-team partner not to go. The pair were interrupted by Briggs’ former tag team partner, Brooks Jensen, and his new group, The Culling.

Inamura debuted in WWE in November 24 and had 24 matches as part of the NXT roster. The Japanese wrestler, who was on an excursion from Pro Wrestling NOAH, would compete for the NXT Tag Team Championships four times though he and Briggs never won the gold.

Pete Dunne Welcomes New Baby, Teases WWE Return

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Pete Dunne Welcomes New Baby, Teases WWE Return

Pete Dunne is as tough as they come on WWE TV but this week, the Bruiserweight revealed a softer side to himself on social media. Dunne took a break from punishing his opponents to announce the arrival of a new baby.

The Bruiserweight shared the news on Instagram, posting a photo of himself holding his daughter while also pushing a stroller. Dunne debuted a fresh haircut and beard trim and assured fans of his return to WWE television soon, writing: “New baby Fresh trim Back soon GODBLESS.”

Dunne and his partner Demi Burchel welcomed their first child, Emmi Rae, into the world, back on November 19, 2019. Now, Emmi has a younger sibling in a huge moment for Dunne and his family.

Dunne was last seen on WWE television during the April 18th edition of Friday Night SmackDown, participating in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal. While it may be a little while before he’s back in the ring, fans can look forward to his return when the time is right.

Pete Dunne Returns to OTT Wrestling After 5 Years Away

Big Title Matches Added To WWE NXT Battleground

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Big Title Matches Added To WWE NXT Battleground

Two matches were revealed for the WWE NXT Battleground on May 25th. Myles Borne is headed to NXT Battleground. This week’s episode of WWE NXT delivered significant developments for the event. 

It includes Myles Borne emerging as the new #1 contender for the NXT Championship and the historic announcement of a TNA World Heavyweight Championship match. Myles Borne outlasted 24 other competitors in a chaotic Battle Royal to earn a future opportunity against NXT Champion Oba Femi. 

The match featured a loaded field, including talent from TNA Wrestling like Elijah (formerly Elias) and talents from WWE’s EVOLVE brand, alongside NXT stars. Borne secured his victory by last eliminating both Shawn Spears and Ethan Page simultaneously after Page had tossed Spears over the top, only for Borne to send Page out, taking Spears with him.

Earlier in the Battle Royal, TNA World Champion Joe Hendry made his presence felt by distracting Trick Williams, leading to Williams being eliminated by Elijah. Later in the broadcast, NXT General Manager Ava officially announced that Joe Hendry will defend his TNA World Heavyweight Title against Trick Williams at NXT Battleground on May 25th.

This match marks the first time the TNA World Championship will be defended on a WWE Premium Live Event, underscoring the growing relationship between the promotions.

“Not Everything You Read Online Is True”: Riley Osborne Addresses WWE Reports

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“Not Everything You Read Online Is True”: Riley Osborne Addresses WWE Reports

Recently released WWE NXT talent Riley Osborne has strongly refuted reports suggesting his unwillingness to work for WWE’s EVOLVE brand played a part in his departure from the company. Osborne was among 17 performers let go by WWE last week.

Following his release, Dave Meltzer noted on that “non-wrestling things” contributed to the decision. Bryan Alvarez reported he was told, “One of the big things was, there are people that they want to go and help out Evolve. And I was told he [Osborne] did not want to go to Evolve, and he made it very well known.”

In a statement that he shared on social media titled “Incorrect,” Osborne addressed these claims directly. He stated he worked the first EVOLVE tapings the day after his wife (fellow wrestler Blair Davenport, who WWE released in February) was let go, despite being offered time off by the head coach due to their personal situation, including having to pull out of a house purchase.

“I was the first person in that building the next day and was commended on my professionalism,” Osborne wrote. “I will not have my work ethic questioned when I was busting my ass off in rehab to return which I knew the return would have been on Evolve. Not everything you read online is true.”

Osborne was recovering from surgery in March and not medically cleared at the time of his release.

Tetsuya Naito To Undergo Surgery

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Tetsuya Naito To Undergo Surgery

Following his final contracted match with New Japan Pro-Wrestling at Wrestling Dontaku on May 4th, Tetsuya Naito has revealed he will be undergoing surgery on his left eye on May 7, 2025. In an interview with Tokyo Sports, the former multi-time IWGP World Heavyweight Champion also stated that he will begin stem cell treatment for his right knee.

Naito has a history of vision problems, noting he has dealt with double vision in his right eye for many years, requiring several past surgeries. Now addressing issues with his left eye, Naito expressed hope, stating, “I hope that with this next surgery I’ll be able to see out of the eye well.” 

Regarding his career, Naito is taking a measured approach: “As for his future, he said he has nothing planned out, instead choosing to maintain his body before moving to the next stage of his career.”

His departure, along with fellow Los Ingobernables de Japon (LIJ) member BUSHI, marks the end of the iconic faction in NJPW. At Wrestling Dontaku, Naito, BUSHI, Shingo Takagi, and Hiromu Takahashi were victorious in an eight-man tag match. Later, all five LIJ members, including IWGP Global Champion Yota Tsuji, shared a final pose for the crowd, signaling the group’s conclusion within the promotion.

Former WWE Superstar Returns In NXT Battle Royal

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Former WWE Superstar Returns In NXT Battle Royal

TNA Wrestling star Elijah, formerly known as Elias in WWE, made an unexpected appearance on the May 6, 2025, episode of WWE NXT on The CW. He emerged as the final entrant in a Battle Royal held to determine the #1 contender for Oba Femi’s NXT Championship at the upcoming NXT Battleground premium live event on May 25th.

Elijah, who was released from WWE in September 2023 and made his official TNA Wrestling debut in February 2025, immediately impacted the NXT Battle Royal by eliminating Charlie Dempsey. 

This appearance is part of the working relationship between WWE/NXT and TNA. His participation in NXT comes just weeks before a major TNA event. 

At TNA Under Siege on May 23rd, Elijah is scheduled to team with TNA World Champion Joe Hendry to face the duo of Frankie Kazarian and current NXT standout Trick Williams, further showcasing the crossover talent involvement between the two promotions. 

Elijah’s previous WWE tenure included memorable runs as both the guitar-strumming Elias and his “younger brother,” Ezekiel, had a lengthy program with Kevin Owens.

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