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Rumor Roundup: Rated R Rock, Mercedes money, WWE talent on the indies, more!
The latest rumors, including talent upset about a double standard when it comes to The Rock & profanity, lots on AEW making Mercedes Moné the highest paid woman in wrestling history, Triple H opening the Forbidden Door, and more!
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Kyle O’Reilly reflects on injury comeback for first match in nearly two years
It’s hard not to root for this man.
Blame Tony Khan, not Mercedes Moné, for disappointing Dynamite numbers
Once more, AEW’s troubles start and end with its boss.
We’re still waiting on Jade
Rumors six months ago speculated on Jade Cargill leaving AEW, Matt Riddle’s TV absence, and the Rock going long. Were they accurate?
Collision recap & reactions: What’s in the box?
This episode of Collision featured Adam Copeland revealing what was inside his mystery box, the Infantry scoring an enormous upset in the tag title tournament, Katsuyori Shibata standing with the Blackpool Combat Club as an unlikely ally, and more.
We put Sting over, one last time
How could he not finish first in our Community Wrestler Rankings after that send-off at AEW Revolution? But it’s a new week, and your vote will give us a new top 10!
Copeland reveals what’s inside his mystery box, thanks to a phone call from Mick Foley
A phone call from hardcore legend Mick Foley helps The Rated R Superstar remember who the hell he is.
The AEW tag title tournament begins with a huge upset
This is what March Madness looks like in pro wrestling.
Bryan says Ospreay can’t walk in his shoes after winning latest AEW dream match
Will Ospreay never should have said he doesn’t plan to die when he faces Bryan Danielson in a dream match at AEW Dynasty.
Tony Khan really wants to make sure you watch next week’s AEW Rampage
If Rampage does well next week, it might open the door for AEW to expand to three hours of TV on Wednesdays at some point down the line.
Collision results, live blog: Bryan Danielson vs. Katsuyori Shibata
Plus, Kyle O’Reilly returns to the ring, Julia Hart defends the TBS championship, House of Black kick off the Tag Title Tournament... and more! Follow along with the Mar. 16 episode here!
Ruby Soho love story leads to manly match
Cool Hand Ang is taking the fight to Zak Knight in a Collision match that will be Saraya’s brother’s AEW in-ring debut.
Let’s check in on Scapegoat Jack Perry’s New Japan Cup run
His time in the tournament’s continued to feature interference from his House of Torture mates and references to his role in the AEW/CM Punk drama. Did it include a quarterfinal win over his Forbidden Door II opponent SANADA?
Darby Allin injured in Dynamite match, Mt. Everest climb postponed
AEW’s resident daredevil broke his foot while facing Jay White at Big Business, and now he’ll have to wait to tackle the world’s tallest mountain.
Rampage recap & reactions: Roderick Strong is the jewel of the Undisputed Kingdom
This episode of Rampage featured Roderick Strong proving why he is the jewel of the Undisputed Kingdom, Deonna Purrazzo revealing her mystery partner, the tag team title tournament bracket reveal, and more.
Rumor Roundup: Bray Wyatt not in Hall of Fame, Punk altercation, Mercedes Moné, more!
The latest rumors, including Bray Wyatt’s status for the WWE Hall of Fame, people in NXT frustrated by Booker T’s claim of almost having a backstage altercation with CM Punk, Mercedes Mone is believed to be the highest paid woman in wrestling, and more!
AEW reveals the full bracket for its tag title tournament, and it looks good for the Young Bucks
The bracket features multiple Wild Card Spots, but Jon Moxley is missing.
Rampage live results, open thread: Tag team title tournament bracketology
The March 15 episode of Rampage features the full bracket reveal for AEW’s upcoming tag team title tournament, The Undisputed Kingdom in trios action, Mariah May & Toni Storm in tag team action, Orange Cassidy, and more!
Mercedes Moné says AEW debut made her feel like Stone Cold Steve Austin
A quote from Tony Khan’s newest employee that the internet will undoubtedly process in a sane, rational manner.
AEW announces Bryan Danielson’s latest dream match for Collision
There’s kayfabe and real world intrigue behind the showdown we’re getting on the Mar. 16 show, too.
Will Ospreay lacks a clean bill of health, not charisma
WWE’s contract offer to Will Ospreay may be a reflection of risk management.
March Madness will create schedule madness for AEW next week
With a full slate of games on TBS & TNT next weekend, Rampage is switching nights & networks while Collision gets another week off.
Mercedes allegedly upset a lot of people at AEW before she even debuted
In the build-up to Big Business, the former Sasha Banks said in an interview that she knows she’ll eventually be back in WWE some day. That apparently didn’t sit well with some at her new company.
Jericho: Contrary to popular belief, I elevate young guys I work with
The veteran was asked about his current AEW program with HOOK, and used the question to defend his track record from online criticism that he’s trying to glom onto younger or more popular acts.
Paul Wight teases a return to the ring while taking out the trash
Giant’s have to do chores, too. The former Big Show said he’ll be wresting again ‘soon’ while he was doing his. The legend also recently had great things to say about his position at AEW.
Rumor Roundup: Triple H misses on Ospreay, Mercedes Moné debut, Punk at NXT, more!
The latest rumors, including Triple missing the boat on Will Ospreay’s value, Mercedes Mone’s AEW debut at Big Business in Boston, CM Punk going under the radar backstage at NXT, WWE legends coming to WrestleMania week, Kyle O’Reilly’s Snoopy hat, and more!
Athena has unexpected challenger for ROH women’s title at Supercard of Honor
The forever champ of Ring of Honor might have her toughest test to date coming at Supercard of Honor on April 5 in Philadelphia.
Eddie Kingston has an opponent for ROH world title fight at Supercard of Honor
ROH’s PPV finally gets an official match when Eddie Kingston calls out one man in particular to challenge him for the World Championship.
It sounds like CM Punk and Booker T almost had an altercation at this week’s NXT
CM Punk attended this week’s NXT taping, and Booker T has something very interesting to say about it.
The Undertaker is struggling with retirement, recently talked himself out of making a comeback
The Dead Man explains why it’s so hard to stay retired from pro wrestling, and how he considered making a comeback last month.
AEW fallout: Statlander medical emergency, Swerve Strickland is a killer, more!
The Big Business post-show promos cover Kris Statlander suffering a medical emergency, Swerve Strickland with fighting words for Samoa Joe, and the Gates of Agony aren’t done with LionHook.
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