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Lil Yachty has glowing praise for Trick Williams. Back in March, Lil Yachty began appearing alongside Trick Williams on SmackDown. The following month, Williams formerly invited the music star to join him at WrestleMania, and, in the modern landscape in which short-lived celebrity appearances have become common in WWE, Trick’s partnership with Yachty has become…
WWE have reportedly pencilled in Roman Reigns vs. Sami Zayn for Crown Jewel. on the September 11 episode of SmackDown, emanating from Arena Ciudad de México in Mexico City, Mexico, Sami Zayn beat CM Punk for the Undisputed WWE Championship after a chaotic finish. After cameos from Candice LeRae, Johnny Gargano, and Kevin Owens, including…
Rey Mysterio believes he could have another world championship in his future. At 51 years old, Rey Mysterio has over 35 years experience in the ring. He debuted in the wrestling business back in April 1989, at just age 14, going on to have an unforgettable career. Having worked for a myriad of other promotions…
Sami Zayn’s win reportedly wasn’t unanimously supported within WWE. On this past Friday’s episode of WWE SmackDown, Sami Zayn surprised fans by defeating CM Punk to reclaim the WWE Championship. Zayn managed to hit Punk with the title prior to the match-winning Helluva Kick as a result of Kevin Owens’ interference-gone-wrong, in a match which…
The AAA Triplemania main event was led by Pete Dunne Since being purchased by WWE in 2025, AAA has seen an influx of personnel from the American wrestling juggernaut. In terms of on-screen talent, this has seen prominent appearances from Dominik Mysterio, El Grande Americano, and Rey Mysterio to name a few. The same can…
WWE are reportedly happy with Bronson Reed’s new physique. At September 6’s Sunday Night’s Main Event, Bronson Reed made his return to WWE, attacking Oba Femi with a steel cage and reuniting with The Vision. However, his physique is what struck many upon his comeback. Known as “Big” Bronson Reed during the most recent run…
As Bayley’s far future remains in debate, her near future will feature some AEW influence. In 2025, WWE’s Bayley launched the Lodestone training camp aimed to mentor young female wrestlers. The inaugural program was regarded as an absolute success, and it seems the next iteration isn’t far away. However, it also appears an AEW name…
Blake Monroe urges fans to be more patient with her WWE main roster in-ring debut. On the SmackDown following WrestleMania 42, Blake Monroe officially joined the blue brand. With vignettes teasing her arrival, the Brit made her first on-screen appearance on Friday nights in May, however she’s still yet to wrestle a televised match since…
Stephanie Vaquer is the new WWE Women’s World Champion. In recent weeks, both Stephanie Vaquer and Becky Lynch have been gunning for Liv Morgan’s Women’s World Championship. However, when Morgan pinned Vaquer this past Monday on RAW, it seemed as if her chance to reclaim the gold had passed her by for the time being….
Royce Keys is reportedly seen as a future WWE world champion. After a mixed start to life in WWE, Royce Keys’ was given a major boost when he, Lucien Price, and Bronco Nima burst onto the scene on the August 24 episode of RAW. The trio ambushed LA Knight, Solo Sikoa, and the Usos to…