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sports-entertainment13 days ago•5 min saved

Backstage heat after Night of Champions as Gunther clashes with Nick Aldis; Zayn wins WWE title in Saudi main event

After Night of Champions, Gunther confronted WWE GM Nick Aldis backstage about another title loss and was shoved by Aldis as officials separated them, with Aldis signaling they’d settle it on Friday. In Saudi Arabia’s main event, Sami Zayn defeated Cody Rhodes by roll-up to win the WWE Championship after a chaotic finish, a result tied to Gunther’s ongoing pursuit of a rematch and a possible three‑way with Zayn and Rhodes at Night of Champions.

via F4W/WON|

#gunther #nick-aldis #night-of-champions

sports-entertainment27 days ago•2 min saved

Danhausen Poised to Ride Knicks Finals Buzz into WWE Spotlight in NYC

With the Knicks up 3-1 in the 2026 NBA Finals, WWE star Danhausen is getting notable credit for boosting the team’s postseason storyline, and reports say WWE is planning to feature him at Madison Square Garden for the July 18 Saturday Night’s Main Event and related Fanatics Fest merchandise, signaling a major NYC spotlight if the Knicks clinch.

via Cageside Seats|

#danhausen #knicks #nba

sports-entertainment28 days ago•1 min saved

WWE Quashes Punk-Return Talk With NYC Fanatics Fest Appearance

WWE announced on SmackDown that CM Punk will attend Fanatics Fest in New York City on July 19, effectively ending rumors of a potential return to AEW and keeping Punk in WWE for now after his WrestleMania-era absence; the piece notes fan speculation about a Chicago appearance on July 6 but centers on Punk representing WWE at the NYC event.

via Cageside Seats|

#aew #cm-punk #fanatics-fest

sports-entertainment1 month ago•1 min saved

Fatu's Clash in Italy Title Shot Hangs in the Balance Over Injury Reports

Jacob Fatu remains slated to challenge Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship in a Tribal Combat at Clash in Italy, but a Thursday live-event injury reportedly raises questions about his status; the feud, which includes a Backlash moment where Fatu hurt Reigns with an exposed turnbuckle, continues to loom over the upcoming match as of now.

via Bleacher Report|

#clash-in-italy #injury-update #jacob-fatu

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Turin's WWE Clash Sets Must-Win Stage for Its Biggest Names

WWE's first premium live event in Italy, Clash in Italy, in Turin stacks five title bouts and a WrestleMania rematch, with many stars needing a win to protect momentum: Roman Reigns defends in Tribal Combat against Jacob Fatu; Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther for the Undisputed Championship; Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi in a WrestleMania rematch; Rhea Ripley vs. Jade Cargill for the Women's Championship; Becky Lynch vs. Sol Ruca for the Intercontinental title. The show airs Sunday, May 31 at the Inalpi Arena, Turin, starting at 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT, streamed on the ESPN App (US) and Netflix internationally, with select theaters via Fandango. Wins and losses here could shape each star's trajectory and future roles in WWE's storylines.

via Cageside Seats|

#clash-in-italy #sports #sports-entertainment

sports-entertainment1 month ago•7 min saved

GUNTHER Overplays Hand, Sets Rhodes Clash in Italy

SmackDown from Columbia built toward Cody Rhodes’s title clash with GUNTHER at Clash in Italy after a tense contract segment where Nick Aldis warned that GUNTHER had overplayed his hand. The night’s main event pitted GUNTHER against Royce Keys to determine who earns a future title shot, with Rhodes delivering a post-match attack to seal the setup. Trick Williams enjoyed a hometown pop, Paige & Brie defended their titles in a functional match, and Jade Cargill’s promo advanced a faction storyline as WWE pushes toward big PLE showdowns while continuing several feuds for Raw and SNMEI. Overall, a solid episode that advances multiple programs and tees up Rhodes vs. GUNTHER in Turin.

via Cageside Seats|

#clash-in-italy #cody-rhodes #gunther

sports-entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

Asuka’s WWE Future Hangs in the Balance After Raw Appearance

After losing to IYO SKY at WWE Backlash, Asuka hugged Sky and then appeared backstage on Raw, with commentator Michael Cole saying her future is “up in the air.” Reports say she’ll take time off not tied to recent cuts—with rumors of a return to Japan for a family matter—though no retirement or exact return date has been confirmed. She signed a long-term WWE extension in 2024, but the specifics and timing of any comeback remain unclear.

via Sports Illustrated|

#asuka #backlash #raw

sports-entertainment2 months ago•2 min saved

Asuka Heads to Raw Amid Planned Time Off and Ongoing WWE Buzz

Fightful Select reports Asuka is set for WWE Raw in Knoxville but will take planned time off, not connected to recent cuts. There were unconfirmed rumors she might return to Japan for a family matter, though sources say she’s backstage in Knoxville and expected to remain with WWE. She signed a long-term WWE contract in 2024, and while backstage and creative teams expressed uncertainty earlier, most indications suggest Asuka will continue with WWE beyond Backlash, though questions about whether her Backlash match was her final linger.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#asuka #backstage-news #fightful-select

sports-entertainment2 months ago•12 min saved

Jayne Breaks Through as Saints Sparks SmackDown, Gingerbread Gaffe Falls Flat

WWE SmackDown on 5/1/26 delivered a mix of highs and lows: Jacy Jayne scored a big win over Charlotte Flair (with Fatal Influence interference) signaling a serious push for an NXT call-up, Ricky Saints made his SmackDown debut with a strong promo and competitive match against Cody Rhodes, and Royce Keys got a meaningful backstage moment with Jacob Fatu, hinting at future alignments. However, the show leaned into a rehashed Ripley– Flair dynamic that echoes November’s WarGames, the goofy gingerbread man saga with Sami Zayn and Lil Yachty that felt overdone, and a Gunther vs. Rhodes segment that read as filler between bigger SummerSlam plans. The episode also teased a six-woman tag for next week, keeping fans guessing about how the Fatal Influence saga will unfold on the blue brand.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#charlotteflair #jacyjayne #rhearipley

sports-entertainment2 months ago•20 min saved

Raw After Mania Brims with Fallout: Bloodline, Breakker, and a Jacob Fatu Surprise

Raw after WrestleMania delivers a volley of fallout segments: IYO Sky & Rhea Ripley defeated the Kabuki Warriors to win the Women's Championship; Liv Morgan retained against Sol Ruca with post‑match interruptions from Zaria and Stephanie Vaquer; All Ego Ethan Page defeated Je’Von Evans, followed by post‑match chaos with Penta and Rusev; Finn Balor defeated JD McDonagh as tensions with Judgment Day intensify; Bron Breakker attacked Seth Rollins, reigniting their feud; Roman Reigns addressed the crowd, Jacob Fatu issued a bold challenge, and a tense Cody Rhodes–CM Punk exchange closed the show, signaling more drama on the road to Backlash.

via Cageside Seats|

#bloodline #liv-morgan #raw

sports-entertainment2 months ago•1 min saved

WrestleMania 42: Dominik Mysterio vs Balor Gets Street Fight Makeover

WWE shifted the Dominik Mysterio vs. Finn Balor match at WrestleMania 42 Night Two into a Street Fight after realizing the two-night card needed more variety beyond standard singles bouts. The Demon Balor used weapons and tables, finishing with a Coup de Grace through a table to win, making it one of Mania’s more chaotic bouts and marking the second Street Fight of the weekend per Fightful Select.

via Ringside News|

#dominik-mysterio #finn-balor #sports-entertainment

sports-entertainment2 months ago•2 min saved

WWE eyeing Roman Reigns vs Gunther as post-WrestleMania 42 blockbuster

Dave Meltzer says WWE views Roman Reigns vs. Gunther as a major post-WrestleMania 42 direction, likely saved for a big premium live event later in the year (not Backlash), potentially SummerSlam. Reigns is set to challenge CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 42 Night Two, with Gunther coming off a big win over Seth Rollins; WWE expects the Reigns-Gunther clash to be a blockbuster-level program.

via Ringside News|

#gunther #roman-reigns #sports-entertainment

sports-entertainment2 months ago•2 min saved

WWE Scraps Women's US Title Defense on SmackDown, Sets Grace vs Stratton for No.1 Contender

WWE removed the planned Women’s United States Championship match between Giulia and Tiffany Stratton from SmackDown on April 17, 2026, replacing it with a No.1 Contender’s bout: Tiffany Stratton vs. Jordynne Grace, with the winner earning a future title shot at Giulia; the rest of the WrestleMania go-home card remains, and no reason was given for pulling the title match.

via Ringside News|

#giulia #smackdown #sports-entertainment

sports-entertainment3 months ago•36 min saved

Cody Rhodes vs. Pat McAfee fuels SmackDown as WrestleMania build goes into overdrive

SmackDown leans into WrestleMania fever with Cody Rhodes trading barbs with Pat McAfee while Randy Orton aligns with McAfee in a heat-packed show that also features Royce Keys’ debut win, Trick Williams beating Matt Cardona, Danhausen getting his first WWE win, Jade Cargill defeating Iyo Sky to set up a Ripley showdown, and Drew McIntyre brutalizing Jacob Fatu in a setup for their unsanctioned Mania match. The night balanced lengthy promos with a string of competitive bouts, building Mania storylines even as some segments drew mixed reactions.

via tjrwrestling.net|

#cody-rhodes #pat-mcafee #randy-orton

sports-entertainment3 months ago•2 min saved

Bella Twins Backstage Buzz Sparks WWE RAW at MSG

Nikki and Brie Bella were spotted backstage at WWE RAW in Madison Square Garden ahead of WrestleMania 42, signaling a potential appearance despite not being officially advertised. The MSG episode features a loaded lineup, including Nia Jax & Lash Legend defending the Women’s Tag Team Titles against Bayley and Lyra Valkyria, which has fans speculating the Bellas could pop up on the show or save their moment for a bigger WrestleMania moment.

via Ringside News|

#backstage-appearance #bella-twins #madison-square-garden