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Roman Reigns Written Off WWE TV With Stretcher Angle At Clash In Paris

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Roman Reigns Written Off WWE TV With Stretcher Angle At Clash In Paris

While Roman Reigns was victorious against Bronson Reed at the WWE Clash in Paris premium live event, a post-match assault by Reed and Bron Breakker left him being stretchered out of the arena. The attack is the storyline reason for Reigns to be written off of WWE television for the next month.

The chaos began after Reigns had defeated Reed in their match. As Reigns was celebrating, Bron Breakker appeared and speared him through the commentary table. Breakker and Reed then continued their assault, with Reed hitting his Tsunami splash on Reigns in the ring. The attack was so severe that officials brought a stretcher to the ringside area.

The assault did not end there. As Reigns was being strapped to the stretcher, Reed hit two more Tsunami splashes onto him. Jey Uso’s attempt to make the save was thwarted by another spear from Breakker. The segment concluded with Reigns being carried out of the arena on the stretcher.

The on-screen injury angle is designed to facilitate Reigns’s absence from WWE programming. “The Tribal Chief” is slated to begin filming his role as Akuma in the upcoming “Street Fighter” movie. He is expected to be away for at least a month but is currently advertised to return in time for the Survivor Series event in November.

WWE Announces 2026 “Road To Royal Rumble” European Tour

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WWE Announces 2026 “Road To Royal Rumble” European Tour

WWE is heading back to Europe in January 2026 for a “Road to Royal Rumble” tour. The dates for the tour were announced during the broadcast of the Clash in Paris premium live event. The tour will feature both televised events and house shows across Germany, the UK, Denmark, and Poland.

The 2026 Royal Rumble is scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in January, and this tour will be the final build to that event. The announced dates are as follows:

  • January 8: House Show in Leipzig, Germany
  • January 9: Friday Night SmackDown in Berlin, Germany
  • January 10: House Show in Glasgow, Scotland
  • January 11: House Show in Copenhagen, Denmark
  • January 12: Monday Night Raw in Düsseldorf, Germany
  • January 13: House Show in Mannheim, Germany
  • January 15: House Show in Newcastle, England
  • January 16: Friday Night SmackDown in London, England
  • January 17: House Show in Gda?sk, Poland
  • January 18: House Show in Nottingham, England
  • January 19: Monday Night Raw in Belfast, Northern Ireland

This tour will be the first opportunity for European fans to see their favorite WWE superstars in the new year. The episodes of Raw and SmackDown from Germany and the UK will be broadcast live on Netflix and will be key stops on the road to one of WWE’s biggest events of the year. Ticket information for the “Road to Royal Rumble” tour is available on WWE.com.

AEW Announces Three-Hour “September To Remember” TV Block

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AEW Announces Three-Hour “September To Remember” TV Block

AEW has a special three-hour block of programming scheduled for Wednesday, September 17, which will serve as the go-home shows for the All Out pay-per-view. The night will be themed “September to Remember,” a nod to a classic ECW event name.

The official TBS schedule lists AEW Dynamite in its regular 8 p.m. ET time slot on September 17, followed immediately by a special one-hour episode of AEW Collision at 10 p.m. ET. Both shows are being billed under the “September to Remember” banner. The name is a play on ECW’s popular “November to Remember” pay-per-view series.

Following the special back-to-back episodes of Dynamite and Collision, a one-hour “Countdown to All Out 2025” special is scheduled to air at 11 p.m. ET. The company is also planning a one-hour “AEW Saturday Tailgate Brawl: All Out” special for 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, September 20, leading into the pay-per-view.

The September 17th episode of Dynamite will emanate from the Canada Life Centre in London, Ontario, though it is not yet clear if the special Wednesday edition of Collision will also be live from that venue. The “September to Remember” television special will be the final build to the All Out pay-per-view, which takes place on Saturday, September 20, from Toronto, Canada, and will air head-to-head with WWE’s Wrestlepalooza event. The official schedule can be viewed on TBS.com.

Nikki Bella Calls Becky Lynch “One Of The Greatest Superstars Ever”

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Nikki Bella Calls Becky Lynch “One Of The Greatest Superstars Ever”

Ahead of their Women’s Intercontinental Championship match at today’s Clash in Paris premium live event, Nikki Bella has offered high praise for her opponent, Becky Lynch, calling her “one of the greatest superstars ever.”

Speaking with Sports Illustrated’s The Takedown, Nikki Bella reflected on Lynch’s career. She admitted that while she saw potential in “The Man” early on, her talent was often “overshadowed” by other stars of that era.

“You couldn’t help but see what Charlotte Flair was doing, and then Sasha Banks. They were such standouts,” Nikki said. “Sasha was coming off of that iconic match in NXT with Bayley, so your eyes were really on her. And then Charlotte Flair came in… and there was a lot of focus on her for the Divas Title.”

Nikki believes that being held back initially gave Lynch the “fire to prove” herself, and she sees parallels between her own journey to becoming “Fearless Nikki” and Lynch’s transformation into “The Man.”

“I didn’t start as Fearless Nikki. She came over time and the minute I became her, that’s what took me to the next level,” she explained. “Same with The Man. When Becky Lynch finally became The Man, that just took off.”

She also spoke about the “Divas Era” and credited Triple H for providing the opportunities for Lynch’s generation that her own era lacked.

Main Event For WWE Clash In Paris Reportedly Revealed

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Main Event For WWE Clash In Paris Reportedly Revealed

With just hours to go until WWE’s first-ever premium live event in Paris, France, a new report has indicated which match is planned to headline the historic show. According to Cory Hays of Bodyslam.net, the fatal four-way match for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship will close the event.

The report, which cites the internal match order as of Sunday morning, has the championship match in the main event slot. The bout will see the new World Heavyweight Champion, Seth Rollins, make his second title defense against three of his top rivals: former champion CM Punk, Jey Uso, and LA Knight.

Rollins captured the championship at SummerSlam by cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase on a newly-crowned CM Punk. His first title defense, against LA Knight on the following episode of Raw, ended in a disqualification.

It was also reported on Saturday that the main event may set up an angle for the upcoming WrestlePalooza show in Indianapolis in September. The Clash in Paris premium live event is scheduled to kick off today at 2 p.m. ET and will be the final main roster PLE to stream on Peacock in the U.S. before the move to ESPN.

Sami Zayn Eyes WWE Grand Slam After U.S. Title Win

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Sami Zayn Eyes WWE Grand Slam After U.S. Title Win

New WWE United States Champion Sami Zayn already has his sets on his next accolade after winning the star-spangled strap on SmackDown. In a WWE Digital Exclusive, Zayn reflected on his title victory over Solo Sikoa.

“This whole time in my life, it’s [been] something very special. It means so much to me. It’s hard to put into words. I think it’s a lot of validation.”

While Zayn now holds a title in WWE, he continues to have an eye on a WWE World Championship. Such a win would put Zayn among those holding the modern-day Grand Slam, a fact not lost on the Canadian.

“This right here is validation. It’s vindication. Now, if and when I eventually do get that World Championship, I’ll be a Grand Slam Champion.”

The WWE Grand Slam sees a Superstar hit a World title, tag title, and both the Intercontinental and United States titles. Zayn is just one title away after the following wins.

  • 1st Intercontinental Title: Elimination Chamber 2020, beating Braun Strowman
  • Tag Team Championship: WrestleMania 39, with Kevin Owens, beating The Usos
  • United States Title: WWE SmackDown, beating Solo Sikoa

Zayn has challenged for a World Championship in the past, but has yet to capture the gold. Now, the U.S. Champion is more determined than ever to carve his name in the records as a Grand Slam Champion.

Sami Zayn Joins Exclusive Club After WWE U.S. Title Win

Scarlett Bordeaux Says In-Ring Return Coming After WWE Exit

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Scarlett Bordeaux Says In-Ring Return Coming After WWE Exit

Former WWE Superstar Scarlet Bordeaux is ready to get back in the ring as a competitor after spending her WWE run as a manager. Speaking to Denise Salcedo of Instinct Culture, Scarlett shared that she and husband Killer/Karrion Kross are going to “put on killer matches” in due time. Scarlett added that she’ll be tagging with someone who helped train her and though she didn’t name names, added that “I’m really excited about it.”

Scarlett is “nervous” about an in-ring return, but is confident that she still has ‘it.’ The Smokeshow recalled facing Rhea Ripley in her first match in over a year at a WWE live event, and being told by both Chris ‘Abyss’ Park and Molly Holly that the pair “killed it.” Summing up her mentality, Bordeaux said “I just try to remember who the f*** I am. I’m f***ing ready.”

Bordeaux hasn’t competed since December 2024 when she worked a mixed tag match with the Final Testament against the Wyatt Sicks. During her recent WWE run, Scarlett had just two matches on TV, both of which same in June 2023.

Time will tell if Scarlett can shake off the ring rust and deliver whenever she is back in the ring. One thing for certain is that she plans to give it her all now outside of WWE.

Karrion Kross Broke His Own Rule For Scarlett Romance

Darby Allin Building Public Skatepark In Georgia Hometown

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Darby Allin Building Public Skatepark In Georgia Hometown

Darby Allin’s next big adventure will see him remain on the ground as opposed to climbing Mt. Everest, as he’s planning on giving something special to the public. On the August 30 episode of AEW Collision, it was shared that Allin is planning to build a free skateprtk in McDonough, Georgia. The park has already received the backing of the Henry County Board of Commissioners, while technical assistance is being provided from the Skatepark Project.

Allin has launched a fundraiser with a goal set at $50,000 to get the park built. On the fundraiser page, Allin highlights how McDonough has been his home since 2017, and has seen that local kids have nowhere to skate. Currently, the nearest partk is 10 miles away in Hampton, making skating impossible for kids without sufficient transportation.

You can find out more about the planned park and Allin’s work, as well as donate, by clicking here.

Darby Allin Speaks After Climbing Mount Everest: ‘What A Ride’

Holly Holm, Tito Ortiz Among Stars At Real American Freestyle 1

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Holly Holm, Tito Ortiz Among Stars At Real American Freestyle 1

Real American Freestyle Wrestling’s first event is officially in the history books, giving fans of combat a new way to enjoy the action. The results for the inaugural event are as follows:

  • 135 pounds: Nathan Tomasello over Matt Ramos, 4-3
  • 155 pounds: Yianni Diakomihalis oveer Bajrang Punia, 5-1
  • 155 pounds: Austin Gomez over Lance Palmer, 11-0
  • 175 pounds: Evan Wick over Jason Nolf, 10-8
  • 120 pounds: Sarah Hildebrandt over Zeltzin Hernandez: 11-0
  • 145 pounds: Real Woods over Darrion Caldwell, pinfall
  • 190 pounds: Kyle Dake over Dean Hamiti, 11-0
  • 150 pounds: Alejandra Rivera over Holly Holm, 9-7
  • 205 pounds: Bo Nickal over Jacon Cardenas, 6-4
  • Unlimited (no weight limit): Wyatt Hendrickson over Mostafa Elders, 14-1

Holkm was one of the biggest stars to compete, and is best known for her time in UFC, where she is a former Women’s Bantamweight Champion. In 2015, Holm scored the win that put her on the map when she handed Ronda Rousey her first loss in MMA.

Tito Ortiz and Chael Sonnen also had an interaction at Real American Freestyle’s inaugural event. Ortiz made a surprise appearance to confront Sonnen, who was on commentary for the show. Ortiz challenged Sonnen for RAF’s second event, and Sonnen, after calling Ortiz drunk, accepted the match.

The pair last fought at Bellator 170 where Ortis submitted Sonnen in the first round in 2017. Though a date for RAF 2 has yet to be announced, fans eagerly await their showdown on the mat.

Nick Hogan Joins Real American Freestyle After Father’s Passing

Pat McAfee Lands Role In Netflix World War 2 Movie

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Pat McAfee Lands Role In Netflix World War 2 Movie

WWE personality Pat McAfee is set to make an impact in the world of movies after signing on with an upcoming Netflix production. It has been confirmed that McAfee will play a U.S Marine drill instructor in ‘The Mosquito Bowl’, directed by Peter Berg.

Netflix describes the film like this:

“Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, four of America’s top college football players enlist in the Marines. As they prepare for the brutal invasion of Okinawa, they’ll play in a legendary game that, for many, will be the last they ever play. Based on a true story.”

The film’s name refers to a football game played between two regiments of Marines on Guadalcanal on December 24, 1944. The film, currently in production, is adapted from Buzz Bissinger’s book ‘ Mosquito Bowl: A Game of Life and Death in World War II’ that was released in 2022.

McAfee can often be found on Netflix calling the action on Monday Night Raw. In June, however, he stepped away from the role, saying he had hit a wall and was exhausted. Despite this, McAfee will be part of WWE Wrestlepalooza on September 20, in Indiana.

Pat McAfee Reflects After WWE Backlash: ‘Don’t Be Scared to End a Chapter’

Nick Hogan Joins Real American Freestyle After Father’s Passing

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Nick Hogan Joins Real American Freestyle After Father’s Passing

Nick Hogan will be a regular presence in Real American Freestyle moving forward, honoring the goals and legacy of his late father Hulk Hogan. At a press conference, Nick explained his role with the budding promotion.

“I will be here to represent his interests and his growth in this business, and to see it through all the way to the stratosphere.”

Real American Freestyle will officially launch on August 30. The company was announced in early 2025 by Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff. The promotion’s debut event will happen in Cleveland, Ohio, and is set to air on Fox Nation.

The promotion will go on ahead, despite the passing of Hulk Hogan aged 71 in July 2025. While the Hulkster will not be a physical part of the show, he will remain with Real American Freestlye Wrestling in spirit, according to his son.

“My dad, Hulk Hogan, will always serve as the commissioner for this league.”

As the wrestling world turns its eyes to Real American Freestyle Wrestling, many are wondering whether the new promotion will find its place in a saturated market. Whatever comes, the promotion will always be a home to Hulk Hogan, even after his passing.

Medical Malpractice Claims Emerge After Hulk Hogan’s Death

Champion Pinned After WWE SmackDown In Lyon

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Champion Pinned After WWE SmackDown In Lyon

The excitement didn’t stop after WWE SmackDown in Lyon, France, as one of WWE’s top champions was in action inside the LDLC Arena. Following the event, Penta took on WWE Intercontinental Champion ‘Dirty’ Dominik Mysterio. Though Penta got the win, this was a non-title match, meaning Mysterio left Lyon with the gold.

Though the Lyon crowd didn’t see a new Intercontinental Champion, a new U.S. Champion was crowned in Sami Zayn. The Canadian dethroned Solo Sikoa in SmackDown’s main event in a chaotic affair that saw MFT, Jacob Fatu, and Jimmy Uso get involved. This win moves Zayn a step closer to WWE’s Grand Slam and puts him in an elite class of champions born outside the U.S.

As for Penta, he has been much of 2025 pursuing the Intercontinental title though has yet to capture the gold. Whether this win over Dirty Dom was just for the live crowd or the start of something more, time will tell…

Kevin Owens Reacts To Sami Zayn’s WWE U.S. Title Win

Tony Khan Makes Good After Tech Issues Plague ROH Death Before Dishonor

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Tony Khan Makes Good After Tech Issues Plague ROH Death Before Dishonor

Ring of Honor and Tony Khan took action for the fans after streaming issues plagued the Death Before Dishonor 2025 event. These issues left fans using Chrome and Firefox unable to watch the show. On X, Ring of Honor shared a statement on the matter.

These issues would persist, prompting ROH to take action. Now, the remainder of the show fans weren’t able to watch due to these issues has been shared for free on YouTube.

It’s not just Death Before Dishonor 2025 that fans can now watch on the Ring of Honor. In a separate post, Tony Khan shared that all ROH subscribers will receive a free one-month credit as an apology for the inconvenience.

Khan’s efforts to make good with fans didn’t stop there. Khan made sure that not only can fans watch Death Before Dishonor 2025 for free, but all preceeding Death Before Dishonor events.

Khan’s decisions demonstrate his dedication to maing sure fans get a great experience, a goal that won’t be deterred by technical issues. Stay tuned to SEScoops for the latest from Khan and Ring of Honor.

Details Of What Happens In The Horror of The Wyatt Sicks Experience

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Details Of What Happens In The Horror of The Wyatt Sicks Experience

WWE Presents: The Horrors of The Wyatt Sicks, is a new haunted house experience at the Universal Orlando Resort that launched on August 29. The experience marks a massive crossover between WWE and Universal Studios, but what exactly takes place inside the bone-chilling experience?

On social media, footage has been shared of the Horror of The Wyatt Sicks. Guests are greeted with an image of the faction, followed by Abby the Witch, though not played by Nikki Cross. More members of the faction make themselves known as the attendee makes their way through the venue. There is a replication of a WWE backstage set, a nod to the destruction the group caused during their debut in 2024.

As the attendee makes their way into the Firefly Fun House, they are accosted by Uncle Howdy and Abby the Witch. A series of mintors featuring WWE events plays in a chamber that includes an appearance from The Fiend.

The experience includes several easter eggs for WWE fans to pour over, including a Lily doll on a swing, a nod to Alexa Bliss’ ties to Bray Wyatt. The late Superstar himself appears on the Funhouse TV, as does the lantern carved from his head used by The Fiend.

The experience was a long-time dream for Wyatt, a notorious fan of horror. While he sadly will never get the chance to see his experience in action, his legacy lives on both in and out of the ring.

Bo Dallas: Every Wyatt Sicks Idea Is A Bray Wyatt Original

Kevin Owens Reacts To Sami Zayn’s WWE U.S. Title Win

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Kevin Owens Reacts To Sami Zayn’s WWE U.S. Title Win

Sami Zayn captured the WWE United States Championship in Lyon, ending the title reign of Solo Sikoa. This win means a lot to Zayn, and others, and now his best friend/mortal enemy has weighed in on the Canadian’s victory in Europe.

On X, Kevin Owens reacted to Zayn’s title win. Representing their legacy of teaming and feuding, Owens said that Zayn was “one of the best” but added “I still hate him though. Or maybe not.” Owens admitted that it’s “hard to remember” and “depends on the day” if he loves or hates Zayn, but “one thing I do know for sure is that he’s the best.”

Owens himself is no stranger to the United States Title. First winning the gold at WrestleMania 33 from Chris Jericho, Owens is a three-time champion, having beaten Jericho a second time and his third reign began with a win over AJ Styles.

Kevin Owens is currently out of action and recently underwent a surgery that is expected to keep him out of action for a long time. Nevertheless, the Prizefighter is keeping a close eye on the new U.S. Champion, both pleased for his friend and scouting a potential target.

Sami Zayn Joins Exclusive Club After WWE U.S. Title Win

Sami Zayn Joins Exclusive Club After WWE U.S. Title Win

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Sami Zayn Joins Exclusive Club After WWE U.S. Title Win

Sami Zayn is the new WWE United States Champion, adding another title win to the legacy of the Canadian Superstar. Not only has Zayn etched his name in the history books along men like Race, Cena, Flair, Ambrose, and others, but he’s also become the fifth member of a very exclusive club.

The Canadian Zayn won the U.S. Title in Lyon, France, making him the fifth wrestler born outside the U.S. to win the U.S. Title outside the U.S. The first was Kensuke Sazaki, who won the WCW U.S. Title in his native Japan in 1995. Five years later, Canada’s Lance Storm would win the WCW U.S. Title during a WCW event in the United Kingdom.

When the title became part of WWE, these unique title changes continued. In 2010, Bret Hart shocked fans by winning the gold, and the Canadian icon did so in his home country. Canada was also home to Shinsuke Nakamura’s title win at Survivor Series: Toronto in 2024, where the Japanese star dethroned LA Knight.

Now, Zayn had added his name to this list, proving that one doesn’t need to be from the U.S. to capture the star-spangled strap. It remains to be seen how far he goes as the new U.S. Champion.

H/T to @WrestleStatcast for uncovering this stat. Stay tuned to SEScoops for more interesting wrestling facts and statistics.

Kenny Omega Reacts To Reports of His Health

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Kenny Omega Reacts To Reports of His Health

Kenny Omega has reassured his fans.

The former AEW Champion was reported to be dealing with some health issues following his Forbidden Door match, and many wondered if he’ll be taking time off from the company.

The wrestling veteran responded to the concerns about his health on X earlier on Friday. He mentioned that everyone is dealing with some kind of pain in their lives and assured the fans that he’ll be back on TV next week:

“Everybody is in some way, right?  Let’s not worry about me, we got work to do next week! I’ll be fine”

Kenny Omega teamed up with Darby Allin, Hiroshi Tanahashi, Will Ospreay, and Kota Ibushi to take on Death Riders, The Young Bucks, and Gabe Kidd in a brutal steel cage match at the Forbidden Door PPV.

The Cleaner then debuted a new clean-shaven look on this past Wednesday’s episode of Dynamite, as he came out to help Hangman Page against Don Callis.

Omega spent the whole of 2024 recovering from a diagnosis of diverticulitis. In an interview last month, the former champion had revealed the lasting effects of his illness. The former NJPW star had mentioned that it takes days for him to recover from a tough bout, and he is in constant pain.

John Cena Reconciles With Young Belgian Fan After Viral Brussels Incident

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John Cena Reconciles With Young Belgian Fan After Viral Brussels Incident

John Cena delivered a heartfelt apology to a young Belgian fan during WWE SmackDown in Lyon, France on August 29, creating an emotional moment that brought closure to a viral incident from earlier this year.

The reconciliation stems from March 17, when Cena, during his heel turn at Raw in Brussels, pointed out the young fan and described their relationship as “toxic” and “dysfunctional.” The child’s heartbroken reaction was captured on camera and spread across social media, generating significant backlash against the WWE superstar.

During Thursday’s SmackDown, the same fan was in attendance holding a sign referencing the original incident. In a segment with Logan Paul, Cena left the ring and approached the boy directly.

“I was having a bad day,” Cena admitted, offering a sincere apology for his earlier comments. The young fan, who has supported Cena since age four, responded by shouting “I love you” and “thank you,” creating a genuinely touching moment that resonated with the Lyon crowd.

The timing proves significant as Cena prepares for his match against Logan Paul at Clash in Paris on August 31. Now turned babyface after losing the WWE Championship to Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam, Cena is in the final stages of his legendary in-ring career.

The reconciliation transforms what became a public relations nightmare into a redemptive story showcasing the human side of professional wrestling.

New #1 Contender For WWE Women’s Title Revealed

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New #1 Contender For WWE Women’s Title Revealed

A new challenger has been revealed for the WWE Women’s Championship. On the August 29 episode of Friday Night SmackDown, Jade Cargill confronted the reigning champion, Tiffany Stratton, in a backstage segment and revealed that she has been named the number one contender for the championship. The announcement immediately reignited the rivalry between the two top stars, who previously faced off at SummerSlam earlier this month.

The verbal exchange between the two was tense. Cargill stated that she was on a different level than the champion, while Stratton took credit for Cargill’s recent success and reminded her that she remains undefeated in 2025, which includes her victory over Cargill at SummerSlam.

The storyline justification for Cargill’s championship opportunity stems from last week’s tag team match, where she and Stratton teamed up to defeat Becky Lynch and Nia Jax. Cargill secured the victory for her team by pinning Nia Jax, a feat that has now moved her into championship contention. It’s unclear when the match will take place.

New Match Booked For WWE Clash In Paris

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New Match Booked For WWE Clash In Paris

A new championship match has been made official for this Sunday’s WWE Clash in Paris Premium Live Event. On this week’s episode of Friday Night SmackDown from Lyon, France, The Street Profits (Montez Ford & Angelo Dawkins) earned an opportunity to challenge The Wyatt Sicks (Joe Gacy & Dexter Lumis) for the WWE Tag Team Championships.

The Street Profits secured their spot by defeating the team of Carmelo Hayes and The Miz in a number one contender’s match. The finish of the bout came after the champions, The Wyatt Sicks, appeared at ringside. Their presence distracted The Miz, which allowed Ford and Dawkins to capitalize and hit their finishing move on Carmelo Hayes for the pinfall victory.

This championship match at Clash in Paris will be a chance at redemption for The Street Profits. They are seeking to win the WWE Tag Team Championships for a third time, and their last reign was ended this past July by the very same team of Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis. The updated lineup for WWE Clash in Paris this Sunday, August 31, is below:

  • World Heavyweight Championship Match: Seth Rollins (champion) defends against Jey Uso, LA Knight and CM Punk
  • John Cena vs. Logan Paul
  • Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed
  • Good ‘Ol Fashioned Donnybrook Match: Sheamus vs. Rusev
  • WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship Match: Becky Lynch (champion) defends against Nikki
  • WWE Tag Team Championships Match: The Wyatt Sicks (Joe Gacy & Dexter Lumis) (champions) defend against The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins & Montez Ford)

Spoiler: Title Change At WWE SmackDown in Lyon, France

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Spoiler: Title Change At WWE SmackDown in Lyon, France

WWE may have descended upon Lyon, France for SmackDown, but it was the United States Title that took center stage in the main event. After weeks of back-and-forth, Sami Zayn met U.S. Champion Solo Sikoa, who was flanked by his MFT allies. As the heels continued to use their numbers to their advantage, it was the timely arrival of Jimmy Uso and Jacob Fatu who evened the odds.

In the end, it was Zayn who got the win, bringing an end to Sikoa’s title reign with two Helluva Kicks. The crowd in Lyon were electric as the new champion was officially crowned as SmackDown went off the air.

For Zayn, a four-time WWE Intercontinental Champion, this is his first taste of U.S. gold. This win is huge in its own right, and now puts Zayn one step closer to the ultimate accolade in WWE: the Grand Slam. Time will tell where his reign ultimately stacks up against former holders of the gold, but now the Canadian has etched his name in the history books once more.

Elayna Black Details How CM Punk Helped Her Decide To Take Wrestling Break

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Elayna Black Details How CM Punk Helped Her Decide To Take Wrestling Break

Former WWE NXT star Elayna Black, known to fans as Cora Jade, has revealed that a conversation with her friend and mentor, CM Punk, helped assure her that she was making the right decision to step away from wrestling to focus on her mental health.

Speaking on TMZ’s Inside the Ring podcast, Black, who grew up idolizing Punk, detailed the advice she received from the WWE legend. She explained that she was struggling with the decision to take a break because she was afraid of letting people down.

“I like broke down one day and we had a conversation, me and [Punk] on the phone. Because I was like, hey, I need your advice — because he’s been through it all. He left WWE for 10 years and hated WWE, said crazy things, and nobody ever thought he was coming back. He’s found his love for wrestling again,” Black said. “And he sat there and listened to me. And he’ll always listen to me, which I’m very grateful for.”

“So I was just asking him if he found his love for it again after the break and stuff like that. And so many things that he said to me in that conversation really helped me. And he told me, like, I don’t owe anybody anything and I don’t have to stick in something that’s no longer serving me. And that really stuck with me,” she continued.

Black announced last month that she was canceling her upcoming independent bookings and taking the rest of 2025 off to take care of her mental health. She explained in the interview that before her break, she felt depressed and was having panic attacks before every match.

“I have no plans on retiring, I’m taking this break,” Black said. “If I wouldn’t have taken this break, maybe I would have retired… but that’s why I’m taking the break, because I do love wrestling and I do want to have fun again and enjoy it and not just be upset about it all the time or feel like constant negativity about it. I want to love it again the way I did as a kid.”

Black was released from her WWE contract in May of this year. She has a non-wrestling appearance scheduled for the WrestleCade convention in November and hopes to be back in the ring by the end of the year or early 2026.

John Cena Reconciles With Belgium Fan At WWE SmackDown

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John Cena Reconciles With Belgium Fan At WWE SmackDown

John Cena was able to bury the hatchet with one very special fan during the August 29, episode of SmackDown in Lyon, France. During the show’s opening segment, Cena came face-to-face with Logan Paul, just 48 hours before the pair battle at Clash in Paris.

As the pair traded barbs, Cena spoke about what it means to be a true Superstar, and that includes having respect. Leaving the ring, Cena made his way to the crowd, and monologued on how respect means saying sorry to those you’ve hurt on a bad day. John then apologized to the young fan he’d singled out in Brussels, Belgium, admitting that he was having a bad day.

Cena blasted the young fan during an episode of Raw in Brussels, his first WWE appearance after turning heel at Elimination Chamber: Toronto. On the following Raw in Glasgow, Scotland, the heel Cena gloated over targeting the child, saying he tore him to shreds and could do that to anybody.

Cena has just nine appearances for WWE on his calendar before he hangs up his boots for good as an in-ring talent. As John prepares to say goodbye, his appearance on SmackDown shows it’s never too late to say sorry.

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AJ Mana Loses Day Job Over Raja Jackson Attack Ties

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AJ Mana Loses Day Job Over Raja Jackson Attack Ties

Raja Jackson’s actions at a recent KnokX Pro Wrestling event has shocked the wrestling world and raised questions as to how it could happen. While Syko Stu is thankfully awake and alert, the fallout of Jackson’s assault on Stu continues to be felt beyond both of these men.

During a Kick stream by Jackson, AJ Mana was seen encouraging the MMA fighter to give Stu a ‘receipt’ following a prior altercation between the two. While Stu apologized for hitting Jackson with a beer can after mistaking him for a wrestler, an apology Jackson seemingly accepted, Raja would deliver a series of punches to an unconscious Stu in the ring.

Appearing on the F’Yall Podcast, Mana shared that he hs been fired from his day job after those at his work saw a video from TMZ. Mana claimed that the gist of his dismissal was that his former employer sees him as “an accessory to an attempted murder,” leaving them with no choice but to let him go.

Jackson’s attack has had a serious impact on KnokX Pro, which has lost its status as a WWE ID affiliate. With talent reporting wanting out of KnokX Pro in the wake of what’s happened, it remains to be seen how the promotion will recover.

As for Mana, he has claimed that his encouragement for a ‘receipt’ was merely done in character. Nevertheless, this incident has reportedly cost him his job, leaving his future in and out of the ring uncertain.

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WWE Revises Bronson Reed Shirt Over Jordans Comparison

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WWE Revises Bronson Reed Shirt Over Jordans Comparison

Bronson Reed has made it his life’s purpose to steal as many pairs of shoes of Roman Reigns ahead of their match at WWE Clash In Paris. Now, Reed has a new shirt out for fans to purchase, though the garment in questions has undergone some serious changes.

The initially released shirt design featured the phrase ‘Tribal Thief’ as well as a pair of sneakers that bear a striking resemblance to Reigns’ Jordans. Now, that shirt has been removed from WWE Shop, replaced with a new design that doesn’t feature the shoes.

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Fans have speculated that the design was changed as WWE wanted to avoid a potential copyright claim from Nike, the manufacturer of Air Jordans. WWE has not explained why the design was changed for the former NXT North American Champion. Reed and Reigns kicked off WWE Raw in Birmingham with a brawl, during which Reed tried to take another pair of shoes from the OTC1.

Reed has been on the war-path since returning to the ring earlier this year, and a win over one of WWE’s biggest ever stars would take the Australian to a new level. Whether he succeeds in placing the ‘Shoe-la Fala’ around his neck in Paris this part of Reed’s character will not be represented on his new shirt.

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