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WWE is reportedly outlining a three-match feud between Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi, with Lesnar winning the immediate rematch and Oba Femi set to capture the final bout to complete the trilogy. Dave Meltzer criticized the booking as a misstep that diminished Femi’s aura, though Femi remains on-track for a major title run after the planned decisive match.
Ava, WWE NXT's former general manager, announced she is leaving WWE; Wrestling Observer Radio's report suggests the decision was voluntary, with speculation that the recent cut of her girlfriend Tatyane Dumas may have influenced things, and that she could move into projects with the family studio run by her parents, including Dany Garcia.
Wrestling Observer Radio provides a comprehensive recap of SummerSlam night 1, updates on Bron Breakker and Dustin Rhodes, ratings, news from Arena Mexico, and thoughts on SummerSlam night 2.
The article discusses Roman Reigns returning to WWE RAW and provides updates on Seth Rollins and Adam Cole, featuring insights from Garrett Gonzales, a wrestling media personality and host of various wrestling podcasts.
The Rock's feud with Cody Rhodes in WWE has intensified, with a potential singles match between them not expected to happen before WrestleMania 41, as per a report from Dave Meltzer. This decision could impact the highly anticipated match between The Rock and Roman Reigns, extending the storyline and building anticipation for a future showdown.
Bron Breakker replaced Brock Lesnar in the 2024 Royal Rumble match, fulfilling Lesnar's scripted role by eliminating several wrestlers before being eliminated himself. Lesnar was pulled from the event due to a lawsuit filed against Vince McMahon, leading to speculation about his involvement. With limited options, Breakker was chosen to perform a similar role, and the original plan involved Dominik Mysterio eliminating Lesnar, setting up a potential future match between them.
WWE Hall of Famer Edge defeated former "NXT" star Grayson Waller in a surprise match on "WWE SmackDown." The decision for Edge to win was based on the belief that being defeated by a star elevates one's status. Waller, who recently returned from injury, had not competed since April. Edge's victory marks his sixth match of the year, leaving fans curious about his next move.
WWE's plans to create a viral moment during the Money In The Bank event with Logan Paul and Ricochet did not go as smoothly as expected, leading to a backstage brawl angle instead. The original plan was for a Spanish Fly through tables spot to generate buzz, but the execution was not as smooth. WWE now aims to build up to a match between Paul and Ricochet, with Ricochet challenging Paul to meet him in the ring on Raw.
Drew McIntyre's future with WWE is uncertain as he has not agreed to a new contract yet and was pulled from the April 7th edition of Smackdown due to a "health issue." Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Radio discussed McIntyre's contractual status, stating that they are not close on money and his contract runs well past the August 27th AEW Wembley show. McIntyre's injury or health issue is not related to his contract situation.