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Zilla Fatu Accuses Solo Sikoa of Betrayal: ‘He’s a Snake. Jacob Might Kill Him’

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Zilla Fatu Accuses Solo Sikoa of Betrayal: ‘He’s a Snake. Jacob Might Kill Him’

In one of his most charged interviews yet, Zilla Fatu pulled no punches when speaking on the internal dynamics of wrestling’s most powerful family.

Talking with MuscleManMalcolm for Muscle Memory, Fatu made a bold claim about WWE’s Solo Sikoa—accusing him of double-dealing his own blood.

“I think Solo is a snake,” Fatu said bluntly. “He’s playing both sides. And you know what happens when you play both sides, right? You go down and get exposed.”

The comments come amid speculation surrounding the on-and-off alliance between Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu, two prominent members of the Anoa’i dynasty. Zilla, himself a Bloodline descendant and the son of Umaga, believes Solo’s loyalty is a façade—and that Jacob will eventually see through it.

“When Jacob realizes that Solo is not really there for him… he might kill him,” Zilla warned.

Asked if he acknowledges Solo—mirroring Roman Reigns’ famous demand—Zilla didn’t hesitate: “Hell no.”

The explosive comments not only hint at personal rifts within the family but also open the door for future storyline developments, should Zilla eventually join WWE programming.

With House of Glory and Reality of Wrestling as his current battlegrounds, Fatu is carving his own path—but his sights seem firmly set on a bigger stage, where this drama could play out under even brighter lights.

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Zilla Fatu Offended by Kofi Kingston: ‘It Felt Personal’

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Zilla Fatu Offended by Kofi Kingston: ‘It Felt Personal’

Zilla Fatu isn’t backing down from what he sees as a blatant show of disrespect by WWE’s New Day. In a recent interview with MuscleManMalcolm on Muscle Memory, the House of Glory Crown Jewel Champion called out Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods for actions he says crossed a line with his fanbase.

“This all started with Xavier Woods,” Fatu explained. “He came to my city, after the show was over, and threw down one of my fans’ t-shirts on the ground. That was very unnecessary and very disrespectful, especially when you in my home city. I take that very personal.”

The tension escalated further when a clip surfaced of Kofi Kingston tossing a fan’s “Zilla Fatu thumbs down” foam finger. For Zilla, that felt targeted.

“You took one of my very special fans’ Zilla Fatu thumbs down foam finger and threw it on the ground. Yuck. Right? Yuck. And there were other fans he could’ve done that to—but he chose that one. It felt personal.”

Fatu made it clear he’s not letting it slide.

“The fans and his family take it very personal… that won’t happen again,” he warned.

Though he acknowledged that his cousins are fans of Kofi, Zilla didn’t mince words: “Me? I don’t.”

With tensions rising and Zilla hinting at a broader feud, the spotlight is now on WWE to see if this real-life grudge crosses into televised territory.

Sean Waltman Supporting WWE Talent in New Backstage Role

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Sean Waltman Supporting WWE Talent in New Backstage Role

Sean Waltman is now contributing to WWE in a behind-the-scenes capacity, focusing on talent development.

A celebrated figure from WWE’s Attitude Era, Waltman gained prominence as the 1-2-3 Kid and was part of the influential Kliq alongside Shawn Michaels, Triple H, Kevin Nash, and Scott Hall. He also played key roles in D-Generation X and the nWo.

According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Waltman is currently reviewing footage of up-and-coming WWE talent, providing feedback on areas for improvement and elements to maintain.

The duration of his involvement in this position has not been confirmed, but it’s always great to see veterans remaining involved in the business after their days in the ring. Waltman has a wealth of knowledge and his own unique experiences to pass along to the next generation of rising stars.

WWE Slammy Awards Returning During WrestleMania 41 Weekend

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The Slammy Awards are making a comeback as part of WWE’s WrestleMania 41 weekend festivities in Las Vegas. The annual celebration of WWE’s biggest stars and moments will be hosted by Big E and Cathy Kelley, airing live on WWE’s social media platforms on Sunday, April 20.

Set to take place at the WWE World convention, this marks the second consecutive year the awards will be presented during WrestleMania weekend. Fan voting is now open across 12 categories.

Full List of Slammy Awards Categories and Nominees

Female Superstar of the Year

  • Liv Morgan
  • Rhea Ripley
  • Bayley
  • Nia Jax
  • Tiffany Stratton
  • Chelsea Green
  • IYO SKY

Male Superstar of the Year

  • Cody Rhodes
  • Roman Reigns
  • Gunther
  • CM Punk
  • Damian Priest
  • Drew McIntyre
  • Jey Uso
  • Seth Rollins

Most Memorable Entrance

  • Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40
  • Jey Uso with Travis Scott on Raw’s Netflix premiere
  • Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40
  • The Rock at WrestleMania 40
  • Bayley at WrestleMania 40
  • Randy Orton at Bash in Berlin
  • Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 40 with the Philadelphia Mummers Band
  • Sami Zayn in Montreal with Jey Uso
  • Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 40 with Kevin Owens and Chad Gable
  • Logan Paul at SummerSlam with MGK
  • Dominik Mysterio at Bad Blood with Liv Morgan in the Low Rider
  • Drew McIntyre at Clash at the Castle

OMG Moment of the Year

  • Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns match finish at WrestleMania 40
  • Dominik Mysterio turns on Rhea Ripley at SummerSlam
  • Kevin Owens turns on Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes
  • New Day turns on Big E
  • Tiffany Stratton cashes in on Nia Jax
  • Damian Priest cashes in on Drew McIntyre
  • The Wyatt Sicks debut on Raw
  • Bron Breakker spears iShowSpeed at Royal Rumble
  • Bronson Reed hits a Tsunami on Braun Strowman onto a car
  • John Cena turns on Cody Rhodes at Elimination Chamber
  • Roman Reigns returns at SummerSlam
  • IYO SKY defeats Rhea Ripley for the Women’s World Title

Faction of the Year

  • The OG Bloodline
  • The Judgment Day
  • New Bloodline
  • American Made
  • Damage CTRL

Tag Team of the Year

  • DIY
  • Awesome Truth
  • A-Town Down Under
  • Jade Cargill & Bianca Belair
  • Motor City Machine Guns
  • The Bloodline
  • The War Raiders
  • The Judgment Day
  • The Street Profits
  • Liv Morgan & Raquel Rodriguez

Rivalry of the Year

  • CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre
  • Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes
  • Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley
  • Damian Priest vs. Finn Balor
  • Kevin Owens vs. Cody Rhodes
  • Nia Jax vs. Tiffany Stratton
  • Bloodline vs. Bloodline

NXT Superstar of the Year

  • Oba Femi
  • Roxanne Perez
  • Trick Williams
  • Ethan Page
  • Giulia
  • Kelani Jordan

Match of the Year

  • Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 40
  • CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre in Hell in a Cell at Bad Blood
  • Roman Reigns & The Rock vs. Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 40
  • Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley at SummerSlam
  • Damian Priest vs. Gunther at SummerSlam
  • Cody Rhodes vs. AJ Styles at Backlash
  • 2025 Men’s WarGames Match (OG Bloodline vs. New Bloodline)
  • Bayley vs. IYO SKY at WrestleMania 40
  • Sami Zayn vs. Gunther at WrestleMania 40
  • Gunther vs. Randy Orton at Bash in Berlin
  • Seth Rollins vs. CM Punk at Raw’s Netflix premiere

WTF Moment of the Year

  • R-Truth calls Triple H “Ciampa”
  • Kevin Owens’ car interviews
  • Chelsea Green goes into the dumpster
  • Dominik Mysterio in the shark cage
  • iShowSpeed with Logan Paul at WrestleMania 40
  • LA Knight in Logan Paul’s pool
  • R-Truth wrestles with John Cena
  • Rabid noises from Tama Tonga
  • Jacob Fatu: “I Love You Solo”
  • The Wyatt Sicks debut

Social Star of the Year

  • Chelsea Green
  • Drew McIntyre

Breakout Superstar of the Year

  • Bron Breakker
  • Lyra Valkyria
  • Penta
  • Oba Femi
  • Giulia
  • Tiffany Stratton
  • Jacob Fatu
  • Chelsea Green
  • Stephanie Vaquer

The Slammy Awards originally launched in the 1980s and have returned intermittently over the years. After a long hiatus, the show was revived last year. This year’s edition continues the tradition of celebrating WWE’s top performers, moments, and matches with full fan engagement.

Alexa Bliss’ WWE Return Tied to Wyatt Sicks Storyline

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Alexa Bliss’ WWE Return Tied to Wyatt Sicks Storyline

Alexa Bliss has been absent from WWE television since her appearance at Elimination Chamber on March 1. Her return in the Royal Rumble marked the end of an extended break during which she welcomed her first child and dealt with health issues.

Following her latest match, Bliss was also pulled from a scheduled appearance at WWE World during WrestleMania 41 weekend, raising questions about her involvement in upcoming events.

While Bliss has assured fans that she’s fine, and her WrestleMania status remains uncertain, new details suggest WWE has plans in place.

According to the Wrestling Observer, Bliss is expected to remain off television until she is integrated into the Wyatt Sicks faction on SmackDown. The group has also been absent from programming since December, reportedly due to injury-related issues.

A recent cryptic posts from the Wyatt Sicks on social media—including one reading, “We see you. Remember who you are. Remember what you know”—fueled speculation about Bliss reuniting with the faction, referencing her past alliance with Bray Wyatt.

As of now, no return date has been confirmed for Bliss or the Wyatt Sicks.

SmackDown Preview (3/21): Liv Morgan vs. Jade Cargill, Reigns, Punk & Rollins

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SmackDown Preview (3/21): Liv Morgan vs. Jade Cargill, Reigns, Punk & Rollins

Tonight – WWE presents a special edition of SmackDown from Bologna, Italy’s Unipol Arena. The show will air tape-delayed at its usual time, 8 ET/7 CT on the USA Network in the U.S. and on Netflix internationally.

Just four weeks out from WrestleMania 41, here are the key matches and appearances:

  • Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Seth Rollins: These three superstars will be in the same building, following Roman Reigns’ dramatic return at Raw. Expect intense confrontations as they build towards a potential WrestleMania 41 triple threat match.
  • Jade Cargill vs. Liv Morgan: Jade Cargill returns to action after a long hiatus, facing Liv Morgan. This match could see Cargill’s undefeated streak in singles competition come under threat, possibly with interference from Naomi.
  • Braun Strowman vs. Jacob Fatu: This heavyweight clash continues their long-standing feud. Jacob Fatu is gaining momentum towards a potential United States Championship match at WrestleMania 41.
  • Zelina Vega vs. Piper Niven: Zelina Vega seeks to advance her storyline against Chelsea Green by defeating Piper Niven, a member of The Green Regime.

What Happened Last Week

Here’s a quick recap of what happened last week on WWE SmackDown:

  • AND NEW: The Street Profits defeated DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) to become the new WWE Tag Team Champions.
  • Randy Orton vs. Carmelo Hayes: Randy Orton defeated Carmelo Hayes. After the match, Orton attempted to punt Hayes, but Kevin Owens intervened, saving Hayes.
  • LA Knight, Braun Strowman, and Jimmy Uso vs. Solo Sikoa, Jacob Fatu, and Tama Tonga: This six-man tag team match ended in a brawl, with no clear winner, as tensions between these groups continued to escalate.
  • Cody Rhodes on Miz TV: Cody Rhodes appeared on a special edition of Miz TV, discussing his reign as the Undisputed WWE Champion.
  • Charlotte Flair vs. B-Fab: Charlotte Flair returned to action, facing B-Fab in a singles match.

Saraya Calls Toni Storm One Of The Best Characters Of All Time

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Saraya Calls Toni Storm One Of The Best Characters Of All Time

Even during her time away from in-ring competition, Saraya remains a dedicated observer of AEW, particularly impressed by the compelling character work of AEW Women’s Champion Toni Storm. 

In a recent interview with Sports Illustrated, Saraya specifically praised Storm’s significant growth as a performer and the marked progression she has demonstrated in her in-ring abilities.

“She’s one of the best promos and characters, I think, of all time. And she’s one of my favorites all together right now. She is making wrestling fun and exciting and I love that. And it’s just funny seeing her from two years ago… when she was scared to pick up a microphone.

Once you have a character and something that you’re enjoying in wrestling, you wanna put a hundred percent of your mind, body, and soul into it. And she’s doing it. And she’s so humble about it and I love that for her. She’s just like, ‘I hope I’m doing a good job.’ I’m like, ‘Babe, you are smashing it! You are the best thing in wrestling right now.’”

Saraya has been absent from AEW television since October 2024, her last victory occurring against Nyla Rose on an August 2024 episode of AEW Rampage. Meanwhile, AEW Women’s Champion Toni Storm is preparing for her next title defense against Megan Bayne at the upcoming AEW Dynasty event next month.

‘This Is It’ – John Cena Sr. Says Son Won’t Break Retirement

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Wrestling retirements are often a broken-promise, but that won’t be the case for John Cena, according to the WWE icon’s father. Speaking to Undisputed, Cena Sr. was adamant that his son will keep his word.

“I know my son. If he says this is the end, then this is it. We’re only a few months away from the last time we see John in jorts in a wrestling ring.”

Cena shared at the Money in the Bank 2024 that his final match would come in 2025. Since then, Cena has turned heel and ‘dumped’ the WWE Universe with a scathing promo during the March 17, WWE Raw.

“He was direct, he was to the point, and he gave us his reason for his actions. I thought it was extremely well done. I’m still amazed he and WWE kept this all under wraps.”

The younger Cena will be a part of the March 24, WWE Raw, as will his WrestleMania 41 adversary Cody Rhodes. With the allure of a 17th WWE World Championship being within reach for John Cena, WrestleMania may prove to be his last chance to hit the milestone before his career in the ring comes to a permanent end.

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Demolition Reflects on WWE Hall of Fame Snub & Fan Support

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The WWE Hall of Fame class of 2025 is coming together with Triple H, Michelle McCool, and Lex Luger all confirmed by WWE. It has been reported that the Natural Disasters will also be inducted, but now another legendary tag-team has spoken up.

Despite being legends of the ring, Demolition, the tag team of Ax and Smash, have yet to receive the nod. Speaking to Ten Count Media, Ax, real name Bill Eadle, brought up how fans often question the pair about a Hall of Fame induction.

“The fans are asking, ‘When are you going to get into the Hall of Fame?’ Who knows? We may never, ever, because there are so many tag teams out there.”

When asked about what it’d take for the pair to be inducted, Smash, real name Barry Darsow, recalled a conversation from WrestleCon. While the pair believe that inductees are given $5-6,000 for an induction, they joked that their price tag would be considerably higher.

“I laughed and thought, ‘I think it would take probably $100,000 at least to bring us in for the Hall of Fame.’ And I thought, what a good number.“

Darsow’s high price-tag doesn’t come down to greed as he shared he’d give much of the money away. Darsow shared that he’d like to gift $10,000 to the church his mother-in-law operates and another $10,000 to the sherrif’s department that his son works at.

As for Eadle, he shared that it’s nice that fans believe an induction is overdue, but they’re not sweating receiving the honor. For Demolition, the important thing is that their careers impacted so many fans and it is that, not a WWE Hall of Fame spot, that will be their legacy.

“We have no control over it. If we get in, great. If we don’t get in, we’re not going to lose sleep over it. So, that’s where we stand.“

The WWE Hall of Fame 2025 ceremony will take place on April 18, at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas in its BleauLive Theater. With the ceremony promising an exciting night of nostalgia and memories, stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest on the WWE Hall of Fame.

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The Wyatt Sicks Calls For Patience Amid WWE Hiatus With Biblical Post

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The Wyatt Sicks have been missing from TV since the December 9, 2024, edition of WWE Raw. Despite a move to SmackDown in the recent ‘Transfer Window,’ the Uncle Howdy led faction has vanished from programming, leaving fans to wonder what’s next for the group.

On X, fka Twitter, the group shared a cryptic message that began with ecc3:1, a nod to the bble and the book of Ecclesiastes.

“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”

The post then promises that people will “stand in awe” for what is to come in time, before making referenced to the book of Galatians.

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

The Wyatt Sicks ends with reminding fans that “we see you” and asking them to remember who they are and what they know.

The Wyatt Sicks’ use of biblical passages is a call for patience, though many are growing increasingly tired of waiting for the faction to resurface. In the comments, many fans expressed their disatisfaction at the handling of the group and are eagerly awaiting their return. Some also brought up Alexa Bliss, who despite teases of doing something with the faction, has been pulled from WWE plans for the time being. It remains to be seen what becomes of the Wyatt Sicks, but it appears patience is wearing thin for Uncle Howdy and his acolytes.

Alberto El Patron Gives His Side Of Suspension, Blames Wrestling Commission

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Alberto El Patron Gives His Side Of Suspension, Blames Wrestling Commission

Alberto El Patron has been suspended for six months from competing in Tijuana following an incident with a fan at a AAA event. In a statement to Sportskeeda, El Patron took aim at the Tijuana Wrestling Commission who he argued failed Hijo del Perro Aguayo who died in the ring in the same venue in 2015.

“As it happened when we lose my dear friend Pedro [Hijo del Perro Aguayo], The Tijuana [Wrestling] Commission washed their hands, blaming someone else for what happened to divert the attention. They failed due to not having an ambulance, physician, stretcher, among other things. Today, they do the same thing [blame someone else for their own mistakes], but with me to divert the attention that, a woman and myself ended up physically injured after being attacked by a bunch of misfits [drunk fans].”

The incident at the AAA event saw a fan, seemingly drunk, throw an ice cube that struck Del Rio in the eye, Sportskeeda reports. While El Patron tried to ignore the matter, the fan later threw coins at the wrestler, one of which hit him directly in the forehead. El Patron then confronted the fan, warning them of a potential arrest. El Patron claims that when security intervened, they let the fan walk away while the wrestler was later suspended.

Despite this suspension, the former WWE World Champion is allowed to work elsewhere in Mexico, giving fans to see him in action. However, this incident is the latest in a string of messy matters that continue to plague the wrestling veteran.

Dominik Mysterio’s Family Heritage Takes A Turn On TNA iMPACT

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Dominik Mysterio’s Family Heritage Takes A Turn On TNA iMPACT

Dominik Mysterio arrived in WWE in 2005 as part of the Rey Mysterio Vs. Eddie Guerrero feud, in which Guerrero claimed Dominik was his biological son. While it’s been close to two decades since Rey won custody in a ladder match, Mysterio’s heritage remains a point of debate in wrestling.

On the March 20, edition of TNA iMPACT, Chavo Guerrero made a surprise appearance, interrupting AJ Francis to the delight of the crowd. Unimpressed by the former ECW World Champion, Francis argued that Chavo wasn’t even the second best Guerrero (with Eddie coming at #1.)

“Anyone that wrestled in WCW needs to sit their ass down before they get hurt. If I wanted to have the second-best Guerrero on the First Class Penthouse, I would have called my buddy Dominik.“

Guerrero responded, acknowledging Dirty Dom’s complicated family tree. Chavo even suggested that it’s possible that Dominik may be the son of Rey’s wife Angie, but not the Hall of Famer.

“The verdict is still out on Dominik because we aren’t sure he’s a Guerrero yet. We’re waiting to find out. His mom did get around! And Eddie was damn good-looking.“

This is quite the twist from the canon established in 2005, that Rey and Angie adopted Dominik from Eddie and Vickie Guerrero as the Mysterios were struggling to conceive. Dominik himself has alluded to being Eddie’s son while referring to the man who raised him as a ‘deadbeat dad.’

It remains to be seen if Dominik appears in TNA as part of the multi-year partnership, but don’t count out ‘Dirty Dom’ showing up in the iMPACT zone. With this crossover already seeing some big names from both sides cross the line, Dominik Mysterio (or rather, Dominik Guerrero) could certainly find a home in TNA Wrestling.

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Ex-WWE Star Talks ‘Passion’ After Behind The Scenes Return

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Lince Dorado recently sat down with 302Birds to discuss his recent return to WWE. Dorado, once one-third of the Lucha House Party explained that after being cut in late 2021, he is officially back.

“February is when I started. As both a wrestler and a trainer. They’ve trusted me to train the next superstars of tomorrow at the highest point with WWE.”

For all his success in the ring, Dorado described coaching and training talent to be his “calling.” Dorado explained how he was preparing to be a coach long before he made it to WWE.

“I used to be a math teacher, so teaching has always been in my blood. Teaching wrestling is something that I love.”

At 37 years old with 17 years in the business to his name, Dorado knows that his career in the ring can’t last forever. That is why the masked star is working hard to make himself invaluable in roles outside of the squared circle.

“I try to better myself and find a skill within wrestling that’s going to keep me in wrestling, whether that’s making gear, making masks, training people, or consulting.”

Dorado is working hard to train the Superstars of tomorrow but that doesn’t mean his in-ring career is through just yet. With a pair of appearances for WWE NXT (albeit untelevised) earlier this year, fans can’t out seeing the wrestling veteran in a WWE ring once again.

Homicide Wins Retirement Match, Wrestlers Pay Tribute

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Homicide Wins Retirement Match, Wrestlers Pay Tribute

As previously reported, Homicide is retiring from in-ring competition after a cyst was found on his brain. Now, the wrestling veteran is officially retired but ended his career with a huge victory. Homicide and Bull James were victorious over Afa Jr. and Mike Santana with Homicide hitting the Ace Crusher on Afa Jr. to get the victory.

Homicide is retiring after decades as part of the wrestling business, where he is known for his work in ROH, TNA, CZW, and elsewhere. On social media, many wrestlers paid tribute to the former Ring of Honor World Champion.

In his statement announching his retirement, Homicide made clear this isn’t a full goodbye from the wrestling business but instead a “see you later.” Though his time in the ring may be over, Homicide intends to remain a part of the business he continues to love after his retirement.

Alexa Bliss Assures Fans She’s Fine

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Alexa Bliss Assures Fans She’s Fine

Alexa Bliss is letting fans know she’s doing just fine after her scheduled WWE World appearance during WrestleMania 41 weekend was unexpectedly canceled.

After news broke that Bliss had been removed from the event lineup, she took to social media with a lighthearted response. Posting a GIF from the TV show Friends, Bliss quoted the famous line: “I’m fine, okay? I’m great!”—seemingly reassuring fans despite ongoing speculation about her WWE status.

Bliss was initially set to appear at WWE World at the Las Vegas Convention Center from April 17 to 21, but Fanatic Events, which handles bookings, confirmed she would no longer be attending. No official reason was given for the change.

The former Women’s Champion made a surprise return at the Royal Rumble earlier this year but has only competed twice since. Reports have suggested WWE had “major plans” for Bliss at WrestleMania 41, possibly linking her to the Wyatt Sicks faction. However, her absence from the WWE World schedule has raised further questions about her role in the event.

For now, Bliss appears to be in good spirits, but fans will have to wait and see whether she plays a part in WrestleMania weekend.

LA Knight Says Roman Reigns Feud Set Him Back

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In an interview with SHAK Wrestling, LA Knight discussed the impact of his feud with Roman Reigns on his WWE career.

He admitted that the rivalry ultimately hindered his progress. Knight challenged Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship at Crown Jewel 2023, where Reigns successfully retained the title. 

While Knight also participated in a fatal four-way match for the championship at the 2024 Royal Rumble, by WrestleMania 40, he was relegated to the Andre The Giant Memorial Battle Royal on SmackDown, preceding the main event. It was the second straight year he missed out on WrestleMania. 

“I think it did a little bit of all that. It took me in a few different directions. I think it optically in a way elevated me and I think optically in a way it kind of set me back a little bit and I had to do a little bit of a rebuild back in the winter and the springtime of last year.

I think that’s just by virtue of the way that it was all set up and the way it was done, but ultimately Crown Jewel was a nice pay-off, so that was pretty good.”

Knight won the US Title for a second time from Shinsuke Nakamura earlier this month. 

Andrew Schulz Wants WWE Justice, Triple H Says Game On

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Andrew Schulz Wants WWE Justice, Triple H Says Game On

On the March 10, edition of WWE Raw, comedian Andrew Schulz ran into some trouble with Logan Paul until AJ Styles made the save. Speaking on This Past Weekend, Schulz watched a clip from his time at Raw and was grateful for the Phenomenal One.

“Thank God AJ Styles comes in to save my ass, I’d be toast [otherwise], in front of my wife.”

While Schulz was mere seconds away from a suplex, this may not be the last fans see of him in a WWE setting. When asked if part of him wanted to do more, Schulz teased a potential return.

“I need justice, bro. I need justice. You can’t come do that s*** to me in Madison Square Garden. My home, talk crazy to me. I need some paper, bro. I need my get-back.”

Schulz’s comments haven’t gone unnoticed. On X, WWE CCO Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque teased having plans for the comedian.

Schulz is yet to have a match for WWE though he’d hardly be the first celebrity to step foot in the ring as a competitor. With WWE arguably more mainstream than ever before, it remains to be seen if Schulz and others walk in the footsteps of Bad Bunny, Johnny Knoxville, and Paul himself.

The Mindset That Fueled Nikki Bella’s WWE Comeback

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The Mindset That Fueled Nikki Bella’s WWE Comeback

When doctors told Nikki Bella her wrestling career was over, she refused to accept it.

“I wouldn’t accept no. My body wouldn’t even accept no,” she shared on The Nikki & Brie Show. “I knew I had more to give.”

After undergoing spinal surgery in 2016, Nikki faced six months in a neck brace. The recovery process was grueling, but her mindset kept her focused.

“There were nights I wanted to rip it off. I would lie in bed questioning everything. But I told myself, ‘This is temporary. I will be back.’”

Visualization became a key tool in her recovery. Nikki mentally rehearsed her WWE return, picturing every detail of her entrance at SummerSlam. She believes that mental strength helped her body heal.

“My trainer, Rob McIntyre, helped me train safely, even with my neck brace on. We found creative ways to work out, and I adjusted my diet to support bone healing.”

Just weeks after removing her brace, Nikki shocked fans with a surprise comeback at SummerSlam 2016. She credits her return to resilience and refusing to let an injury define her future.

“When we hear ‘no,’ it doesn’t mean stop. It means find another way.”

Her journey is a testament to the power of mental strength—proving that with determination, even the toughest obstacles can be overcome.

Nikki Bella’s Near-Career-Ending Injury: The Truth About Her Neck Damage and Recovery

Nikki Bella’s Near-Career-Ending Injury: The Truth About Her Neck Damage and Recovery

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Nikki Bella’s Near-Career-Ending Injury: The Truth About Her Neck Damage and Recovery

For years, Nikki Bella dominated WWE, performing high-impact moves and holding championship gold. But behind the scenes, she was unknowingly pushing her body to the brink—until doctors told her she had a career-ending injury.

“I was slowly breaking my neck, and no one knew it,” Nikki shared on The Nikki & Brie Show. “

I would wake up in the night with numb legs. I couldn’t move my toes or feet. Something was really wrong.”

During her 2015 WWE Divas Championship reign, Nikki began experiencing alarming symptoms, including sudden loss of strength mid-match. After undergoing medical evaluations, she was diagnosed with a shattered C6-C7 vertebrae—so severe that doctors warned her of paralysis.

“It wasn’t just a herniated disc—it was splattered,” she said. “If I kept wrestling, I was risking paralysis or worse.”

Most doctors advised spinal fusion surgery, but renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Juan Uribe offered a less invasive alternative. By operating through the front of her neck, he restored spinal fluid flow and gave her hope for a normal life—even if wrestling again was uncertain.

Nikki spent six months in a neck brace before making a triumphant return at SummerSlam 2016. Reflecting on her journey, she credits resilience and second opinions for saving her career.

“Everyone told me I was done. But I refused to accept no—and that’s why I made it back.”

After a complex spinal surgery, Nikki fought her way back to the ring, but she knows not all wrestlers get that chance.

“This business is tough. Sometimes, we don’t realize what we’ve done to our bodies until it’s too late.”

Though Nikki overcame her injury, her story highlights the hidden dangers of wrestling—and the sacrifices performers make to entertain fans.

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Eddie Kingston Honors Homicide’s Legacy in Emotional Retirement Tribute

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Eddie Kingston Honors Homicide’s Legacy in Emotional Retirement Tribute

As wrestling veteran Homicide nears retirement, AEW’s Eddie Kingston delivered a heartfelt tribute, honoring his mentor’s lasting impact on the industry. In a new ROH Timelines video, Kingston praised Homicide’s legendary career, recalling his iconic rivalries and influence on future generations of wrestlers.

Kingston Reflects on Homicide’s Career and Influence

Speaking passionately, Kingston highlighted Homicide’s unforgettable feuds with Steve Corino, Colt Cabana, Samoa Joe, and Bryan Danielson. “When you messed with him, it wasn’t just one match,” Kingston emphasized, acknowledging Homicide’s intense rivalries and in-ring storytelling.

He also credited Homicide for showing New Yorkers—and wrestlers everywhere—that success in the sport is attainable through heart, dedication, and grit. “Homicide inspired so many of us and made many of us,” Kingston added, stressing the veteran’s impact on rising stars. He noted that many top talents, from world champions to industry leaders, had to cross paths with Homicide at some point in their careers.

A Personal Connection Beyond the Ring

Beyond wrestling, Kingston shared how Homicide has been a guiding force in his life, calling him a “guardian angel” who always reaches out at the right moments. “He never knows why, but he always goes, ‘I have a feeling, I gotta call you.’ He always calls at the right time.”

In closing, Kingston urged fans to appreciate Homicide’s legacy, ranking him alongside wrestling greats like Terry Funk and Japanese legends Mitsuharu Misawa and Kenta Kobashi. Though he jokingly hinted that Homicide’s retirement may not be permanent, Kingston sincerely thanked him for everything he has contributed to wrestling.

With a career spanning decades and a reputation as one of the most influential independent wrestlers, Homicide leaves behind a legacy of toughness, passion, and inspiration. His impact on stars like Kingston and many others ensures that his influence will be felt in the industry for years to come.

Goldberg on John Cena’s Heel Turn: ‘I Could Have Done the Same Thing’

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Goldberg on John Cena’s Heel Turn: ‘I Could Have Done the Same Thing’

John Cena’s long-awaited heel turn has had fans and wrestling insiders talking as the WWE icon prepares to end his in-ring career this year. Speaking with Ariel Helwani, Goldberg compared Cena’s transformation to Hulk Hogan’s infamous NWO turn in 1996 before sharing his own nixed turn.

“I think Cena’s turn is most comparable to Hogan turning. I could have done the same thing, but I refused to.“

Discussing his refused heel turn, Goldberg said it would have done unparalleled business. Explaining why he said no, Goldberg said thatbreaking the hearts of young fans, especially those who were part of the Make-A-Wish program, was not worth it.

While Goldberg refused an initial attempt at turning heel, he later became a villain at the Great American Bash 2000 pay-per-view. The turn was panned at the time as a desparate attempt by WCW to gain attention without a proper explanation or reason for the turn. Just two months later at WCW New Blood Rising, Goldberg turned face again.

John Cena holds the record for the most Make-A-Wish wishes granted, a testament to his never-ending willingness to deliver. Despite his own reservations about turning heel in front of Make-A-Wish kids, Goldberg has been pleased with what he’s seen from the WWE icon.

“I think Cena’s turn is freaking fabulous, no question about it.“

Both Goldberg and Cena will compete for the last time in 2025, making the end of two iconic careers. It remains to be seen if their paths cross ahead of their respective farewells to in-ring competition.

Bill Goldberg: ‘I’ll Always Be a WCW Guy’ to WWE

Reddit Conspiracy Suggests UFC’s Paddy Pimblett is the Secret Son of WWE Legend Owen Hart

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Reddit Conspiracy Suggests UFC’s Paddy Pimblett is the Secret Son of WWE Legend Owen Hart

A conspiracy theory has emerged in the world of combat sports, suggesting that UFC fighter Paddy Pimblett might be the secret son of late WWE superstar Owen Hart. The theory, which gained traction on Reddit, points to several intriguing coincidences, as one Reddit user noted:

“Paddy Pimblett entered the world in January 1995 in England. Interestingly, just nine months before his birth, the WWF (now known as WWE) was touring Europe, with Owen Hart participating in that tour.”

Both athletes stand at 5’10” and share a striking physical resemblance. The (understandably) skeptical commenters on the /r/Conspiracy subreddit were almost universally in agreement – “This is a good one,” reads the top reply.

The original poster on Reddit playfully suggests that if Pimblett executes a sharpshooter move on his upcoming opponent Michael Chandler, it would confirm the connection. Another commenter joked, “Maybe he’ll break out the piledriver instead,” referencing one of Owen Hart’s signature moves.

While the speculation is tongue-in-cheek, it highlights the enduring legacy of Owen Hart, who tragically passed away in 1999. Hart, known for his high-flying style and technical prowess, left an indelible mark on professional wrestling.

Pimblett, born on January 3, 1995, has carved his own path in mixed martial arts, becoming a rising star in the UFC’s lightweight division. As he prepares for his upcoming bout against Michael Chandler on April 12, 2025, fans will undoubtedly be watching closely for any moves reminiscent of the legendary Owen Hart.

Seth Rollins Expands into Football Media with Good Morning Football Hosting Gig

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Seth Rollins Expands into Football Media with Good Morning Football Hosting Gig

Seth Rollins is making moves outside the wrestling ring, stepping into sports media as a guest host on Good Morning Football from March 24-26. The WWE champion and lifelong Chicago Bears fan confirmed the news to Front Office Sports, highlighting his deep love for both football and engaging conversations.

“I love hearing myself talk and I love football,” Rollins said. “It’s something that I’ve always kind of been interested in, especially in the past few years.”

Building a Presence in Football Media

Rollins has frequently appeared on Good Morning Football in past segments, but this marks his first time co-hosting the full show. His relationship with co-host Kyle Brandt, another Bears and WWE fan, played a key role in securing the opportunity.

“Kyle and I admired each other from afar for a while,” Rollins explained. “We got to meet, hang out, talk Bears, talk wrestling. He’s got the energy that WWE brings to the table, and that immediately helped my comfortability.”

WWE Fully Supports His Bears Podcast Idea

Rollins’ passion for football extends beyond just guest appearances—he has seriously considered launching a Bears-focused podcast. Notably, WWE has been completely on board with the idea, showing support for its crossover appeal.

“I’ve kicked around the idea of hosting a Bears podcast, and WWE has been fully supportive,” Rollins revealed.

This backing from WWE signals the company’s willingness to let its top stars explore outside ventures, particularly in areas that align with their personal passions.

A Love-Hate Relationship with the Bears

A lifelong Bears fan, Rollins has experienced his fair share of emotional roller coasters. His frustrations have even led to viral moments, including his infamous “I hate football” tweets.

Recalling a brutal Thanksgiving Day loss to the Detroit Lions, Rollins admitted that his reaction got a little out of hand.

“They had to take the girl outside—like the baby couldn’t be around me watching the game,” he said. “There was a pillowcase thrown. We had some fast food from the night before that had been chucked. It was not a good time to be in that hotel room.”

Despite the heartbreak, Rollins remains hopeful. He is “100% sold” on Caleb Williams and believes new head coach Ben Johnson is the right fit for the franchise.

With his Good Morning Football stint approaching and WWE open to his potential Bears podcast, Rollins’ presence in the sports media world seems poised for expansion.

Seth Rollins on Becky Lynch’s Acting Career and WrestleMania Mindset

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Seth Rollins on Becky Lynch’s Acting Career and WrestleMania Mindset

As Seth Rollins balances WWE and a growing presence in sports media, he also provided insight into his wife Becky Lynch’s Hollywood career and his mindset heading into WrestleMania 41.

Lynch has been busy outside WWE, landing roles in Happy Gilmore 2 and an upcoming Star Trek project for Paramount+. While she hasn’t been in the ring recently, Rollins reassured fans that a return is inevitable.

“I don’t think we’ve seen the last of her in a WWE ring, but when the timing is right, she’ll be back,” Rollins tells Front Office Sports. “I know the fans are looking forward to it. I’ll be excited about it as well. But I’m not exactly sure what the timing is on that.”

Rollins Focused on WrestleMania, Regardless of Match Placement

Rollins is widely expected to face Roman Reigns and CM Punk in a triple-threat match at WrestleMania 41. While many wonder if it will be the main event, Rollins isn’t concerned.

“I don’t think it’s terribly important where it sits on the card,” he said. “Because to be honest with you, just look at the names in that match—it’s a main event. It doesn’t really matter where it sits.”

He pointed to classic non-main-event matches like Randy Savage vs. Ricky Steamboat and The Rock vs. Hulk Hogan, emphasizing that a legendary performance is what truly matters.

“My goal is to steal the show,” Rollins said.

As WrestleMania 41 approaches and Lynch continues her Hollywood run, Rollins remains focused on delivering in and out of the ring.

Visit Front Office Sports to read the full interview, including plenty of football talk and Rollins’ love of the NFL’s Chicago Bears.

Bill Goldberg: ‘I’ll Always Be a WCW Guy’ to WWE

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Bill Goldberg: ‘I’ll Always Be a WCW Guy’ to WWE

Bill Goldberg may be a WWE Hall of Famer withh several runs with the company to his name, but he is still a WCW guy at heart. Speaking to Ariel Helwani, Goldberg looked back at his role in the Monday Night Wars.

“I’ll always be a WCW guy… Look at how they treated Sting. We were going head-to-head [during the Monday Night Wars]. We were kicking their ass, they were kicking our ass.”

Goldberg compared the battle which came to an end in March 2001 as akin to “a big heavyweight fight” and reiterated that WWE was “the enemy” at the time. With WCW well and truly in the past, however, Goldberg is looking to the future and his retirement match that’ll come in a WWE ring.

“Paul [Triple H] and I spoke, and we came to an agreement that in 2025, I’d have my retirement match. Don’t know when it is, don’t know who it’s against, but it’s happening.”

Goldberg would make an immediate impression upon his arrival in WCW and would rack up 173 consecutive wins, though this number is disputed by some. Goldberg would also capture the WCW World Heavyweight and United States Championships, becoming the only man to hold both titles simultaneously.

While his career may be coming to an end, Goldberg’s loyalty to WCW remains strong. Even as he prepares to step foot for the last time in the ring of the ‘enemy,’ his legacy will always be tied to the company that made him a star.

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