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Sami Callihan has left TNA Wrestling. Earlier today, Tommy Dreamer revealed that he and TNA Wrestling had mutually agreed to part ways, and it now appears that Dreamer is not the only behind-the-scenes departure the company is facing. In the wake of news of Dreamer’s exit, PWInsider Elite reported that Sami Callihan is also believed…
Kayla Braxton was told she’d always be welcome to return to WWE. On June 22, 2024, Braxton announced that she would be leaving WWE after the June 28 episode of SmackDown, with her profile on WWE’s website transferred to the alumni section on July 1. Speaking to TMZ in a new interview, Kayla Braxton opened…
Tommy Dreamer is no longer with TNA. Earlier today, Tommy Dreamer confirmed during an emotional appearance on Busted Open Radio that he and TNA Wrestling had mutually agreed to part ways. Dreamer had been with the promotion since 2018, serving both as an on-screen performer and as a backstage producer. Following confirmation of Dreamer’s departure,…
Simone Johnson discusses her WWE exit. On January 30, Simone Johnson, better known to NXT viewers as Ava, made an Instagram post announcing her WWE departure. At the time, there hadn’t been any indication that the 24-year-old was looking to leave the company, and she was still an active on-screen personality up until her exit….
Tessa Blanchard has reportedly left TNA. On June 7, TNA officially announced the releases of both Steve Maclin and Myla Grace. Their confirmation followed reports that both wrestlers had asked the company to be let go, with Maclin already expected to gain heavy interest from other promotions. With their roster seemingly undergoing more change, a…
Jack Perry is reportedly in negotiations with AEW. To viewers of Dynamite and Collision, Jack Perry is one of All Elite Wrestling’s most recognisable names. The 29-year-old is just coming off a 55-day reign as National Champion, with a five-month reign as TNT Champion also under his belt. However, having grown in front of the…
AJ Styles says wins and losses don’t matter. Given the scripted nature of pro wrestling, many fans have differing opinions on how much whether or not a wrestler wins or loses matters in the long run. While, of course, wins can build momentum to propel them towards a title, many would argue that some major…
Callum Newman suffered a dislocated shoulder at NJPW’s Dominion. Earlier today, Callum Newman defended the IWGP Heavyweight Championship against former champion Yota Tsuji in the main event of Dominion at Osaka-jō Hall, with Tsuji ultimately recapturing the title to begin his second reign with the V4 championship. Beyond losing the championship, Callum Newman also appears…
Isiah Kassidy’s AEW absence isn’t to do with Marq Quen’s injury. Back in April, just two months after Private Party had made their AEW return, it was reported that Marq Quen had suffered an injury. With their momentum halted, many wondered whether Isiah Kassidy would continue to wrestle in singles competition in his partner’s absence,…
Trick Williams praises Lil Yachty’s commitment to his WWE run. After appearing at numerous WWE events as a fan in recent years, Grammy Award-nominated artist Lil Yachty began appearing on WWE television in March 2026 as the manager of Trick Williams. Yachty was at ringside for Williams’ match against Sami Zayn at WrestleMania 42, where…