A Joshi star that has spent much of the last two years on the shelf is likely headed for America soon.
Fightful Select has learned that Jungle Kyona is planning to make a trip to the United States this year, with the intent to work a tour of several promotions along the way. Those we've spoken to say that former ROH Women's Champion Sumie Sakai has been helping her secure bookings.
Jungle Kyona was side...
2022-07-09 18:35:57 +0000 UTC View Post
A little bit different, SRS is rounding our his Jakks BCA collection!
2022-07-09 16:01:02 +0000 UTC View Post
So apparently Vince has a few more skeletons in the ol' closet. It's starting to look like an abandoned mausoleum in there.
Also, SmackDown continues to suck ass. They have no earthly idea WHAT the hell they're doing with most of the card. Surprise, surprise.
They promised a main event that would determine the #1 Contender for an event TWO MONTHS from now, and then blatantly refused to deliver that match.
They pulled the trigger on the Lacey Evans heel turn, which, con...
2022-07-09 04:21:51 +0000 UTC View PostFightful has learned the following plans for Smackdown tonight, subject to change.
- Xia Li vs. Raquel Rodriguez is slated to be the dark match
- Roman Reigns, The Usos and Paul Heyman are supposed to kick off the show.
- Jinder Mahal & Shanky vs. The Viking Raiders
- Liv Morgan promo. Natalya and Ronda are supposed to get involved.
- Nakamura vs. Ludwig Kaiser
- Ronda Rousey vs. Natalya
- Maximum Male Models 2022 Tennis Cllection
<... 2022-07-08 23:15:22 +0000 UTC View Post
Coexisting After Dark w/ Rob and Maggie with Special Guest Kyle of @ElitePOV
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4wrlhsSEYg&t=5s
Vince McMahon is doing some traveling.
Fightful has learned that Vince McMahon is scheduled to travel from Fort Worth to Vancouver late Friday night after WWE Smackdown. We weren't given a specific reason, but told it likely has something to do with John Cena, and the word backstage was that was the reason for McMahon's scheduled travel. We've far from confirmed that, or Peacemaker's schedule
As of last week, Fightful was told John Cena wasn't confirmed for Summerslam. However, th...
2022-07-08 18:38:22 +0000 UTC View PostHey guys! Q&A time
Guidelines
- I will try to answer the questions I know. Your question isn't wasted if I don't. It shows me what I need to ask around about. Please note -- we can not realistically answer every question.
- 1 question per subscriber
- No "are you a fan of?" "fantasy book this" "top 5" or "favorite" questions please! We try to keep these as newsworthy as possible
If you're a new subscriber, comment your question below. I'll de...
2022-07-08 17:07:18 +0000 UTC View PostFor full context, please read the supporting article: https://www.fightful.com/wrestling/report-vince-mcmahon-agreed-pay-12-million-hush-money-suppress-sexual-misconduct-allegations
Vince McMahon is in the headlines yet again, as Wall Street Journal learned about additional NDAs tied to alleged sexual misconduct from the ...
2022-07-08 16:15:38 +0000 UTC View PostIt was reported by PWInsider Thursday, July 7, that Naomi and Sasha Banks were removed from the internal WWE roster. Fightful exhausted their resources to get an update on the situation. However, nothing major has changed.
Fightful has learned that Sasha Banks and Naomi disappeared from other internal rosters as far back as "weeks" ago. However, nobody that we've heard from on WWE's digital end has been prompted to remove them from the official website's roster. There was an instance wh...
2022-07-08 00:34:03 +0000 UTC View PostFightful spoke to WWE Raw Women's Champion Bianca Belair for a new interview.
Belair had a heavy media schedule ahead of her Money in the Bank match, and also did multiple community outreach events. She said that she loves being in WWE, but would also love doing work in Hollywood. She specifically said that appearing in a movie with John Cena or the Rock is a dream come true for her.
Belair told Fightful that she loves being in high pressure situations, and creating a reputation t...
2022-07-07 17:00:05 +0000 UTC View PostThis week's AEW Dynamite featured the Jericho Appreciation Society attacking Ruby Soho, but it was actually a pre tape.
Fightful was told that the segment was actually filmed last week, and perhaps even non-sequentially with Blood and Guts. Chris Jericho was not at this week's AEW as he's overseas on an Inside The Ropes tour.
We're told that Jericho is expected back next week
WES is still in a mess after their second cancelation.
The ambitious company has now canceled their second show, blaming talent not showing up on the event being canceled. However, it was made clear to Fightful by numerous sources that mismanagement and poor ticket sales were the reason.
Matt Rehwoldt was the first to speak out this go around, saying that they asked him to pass on another booking to work their show, with the understanding he'd be paid up front. It was confirmed to...
2022-07-07 00:02:15 +0000 UTC View PostColt Cabana is technically still signed to All Elite Wrestling, but talent were told that wasn't always going to be the case.
As far back as March, Fightful heard rumblings from AEW talent that there was a bit of an internal uproar over the idea that Colt Cabana was not set to be renewed by All Elite Wrestling. Many of the roster assumed initially this was due to the contentious relationship (or lack thereof) with CM Punk, however, in the months that followed, the lessened focus on Dark...
2022-07-06 21:17:18 +0000 UTC View PostBy Scott Edwards
Fightful spoke to TJPW’s Suzume for a new interview ahead of Summer Sun Princess on Saturday.
Suzume has put in a lot of work heading into one of the biggest matches of her career as she teams with Mei Suruga to face her Daisy Monkey tag team partner. Arisu Endo, and former AEW Women’s World Champion, Riho.
Suzume told Fightful what got her into wrestling in the first place and how Yuka Sakazaki is a wrestler she wants to be like as s...
2022-07-06 18:45:53 +0000 UTC View Post
After the main show, join the post show!
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/4jzBwtVYWXo
2022-07-06 18:43:36 +0000 UTC View PostWWE Money in The Bank saw a venue change from Allegiant to MGM Grand Garden Arena, but the event was still a big success.
Fightful has learned that WWE executives received an update, touting the following benchmarks for the event:
- The most-viewed WWE Money in the Bank event in history.
- The second highest gate in MITB history.
- Merchandise sales up 95 percent from the 2021 event, which is the highest in event history.
2022-07-06 17:29:01 +0000 UTC View PostOVW shocked many in the wrestling world, when it was revealed that they landed a deal with a major streaming service for a reality series.
Quickly after reporting the news, Fightful was able to confirm that Netflix was the streaming service discussed. Since the story ran, we've learned that this has been in the works for months, and features producers involved with Last Chance U. In addition, we've heard that filming started at the May 27 OVW show in Georgetown, Kentucky.
A partic...
2022-07-05 21:30:23 +0000 UTC View PostAustin Theory has been put in some pretty big spots early on in his WWE career, but there was one that came as a huge surprise to him.
On March 5, much speculation went down over who would face Brock Lesnar at Madison Square Garden for the WWE Title. Things were kept secretive and close to the vest even leading up to the match backstage. Eventually, Theory came out and lost to Lesnar in about 90 seconds. If you felt like you were in the dark, so was Theory.
Theory told Fightful th...
2022-07-05 18:31:10 +0000 UTC View Post
There was a Raw Cookout tonight. Which sounds like an oxymoron, and I wish it was.
The Money in the Bank Fallout was hardly radioactive in its creative fire.
Instead, we're building to a bunch of rematches for SummerSlam, including the biggest, most unnecessary rematch of all.
Everything sucks. Let's talk about it.
(Also, Linda will be taking requests all night long to sing Patriotic songs.)
Fightful Select has learned the following plans for WWE Raw, subject to change
------------------------
- Lashley promo
- Mysterios vs. Judgment Day
- Miz vs. AJ Styles
- Liv Morgan promo
- Bianca Belair & Liv Morgan vs. Carmella & Natalya
- Ezekiel vs. Seth Rollins
- Lashley & Street Profits vs. Theory & Alpha Academy
- R-Truth vs. Gunther
- No Holds Barred: Becky Lynch vs. Asuka
- As of this morning there was ...
2022-07-04 23:50:37 +0000 UTC View Post
- Bayley update
- MITB talent meeting
- A lot of WWE plans changed last week
- Alan Angels leaves AEW
- IMPACT news
- MITB news
- WWA news
- AEW videos on Raw
- Solo Sikoa
- SOOKY VIGNETTES
2022-07-04 21:54:56 +0000 UTC View PostWWE Raw is getting some help tonight, assuming things to according to plan.
Fightful Select has learned that WWE Intercontinental Champion Gunther was scheduled for the July 4 episode of WWE Raw, at least as of the morning of the show. Gunther was not featured on WWE Money in the Bank, but is heavily favored by people of influence within the company.
We're told that the original plans called for him to be in a segment with a "very patriotic" R-Truth.
In addition, we've heard...
2022-07-04 19:47:18 +0000 UTC View PostIndependence Day scoops.....OF MASHED POTATOES.
The July 4 episode of WWE Raw is set to feature an Independence Day Cookout. Early plans called for there to be a hot dog eating contest, so be prepared to find out who on the WWE roster can consume the most wieners. There were also elements that included flip cup, corn hole, Connect 4 and other party traditions.
Otis is set to have a "disgusting" spot from what we understand.
A reminder, the Fightful post-show will take ...
2022-07-04 18:54:28 +0000 UTC View PostWWE Raw June 27:
- Money in the Bank qualifying Battle Royal: Abyss & Shane Helms
- Montez Ford vs. Jey Uso: Michael Hayes
- Carmella-Bianca Belair segment: Petey Williams
- Alexa Bliss vs. Liv Morgan: Kenny Dykstra
- John Cena segment: Jason Jordan
- Lashley vs. Alpha Academy: Adam Pearce
- Women's MITB qualifier: Petey Williams and Molly Holly
WWE Smackdown, July 1:
- Men's Money in the Bank promo: Jamie Noble
- The GOOD OLD FA...
2022-07-04 01:00:13 +0000 UTC View Post
STEPHEN JENSEN is back with a new episode of the WEEKENDER!
Topics:
- Show to watch on IWTV - ICW NHB: "No Holds Barred Volume 27"
- SOUTHEAST FIRST: "Uncharted Territory S4 E8" results
- GCW: "Dead On Arrival" + "Gateway To The Death" results
- NXT UK (6/30) results
- NXT Level Up (7/1) results
- MLW: "Fusion" (6/30) results
- NWA: "Powerrr" (6/28) results
- BTE: "Forbidden Door" recap
2022-07-03 22:36:13 +0000 UTC View PostWWE officials addressed talent on Saturday ahead of WWE Money in the Bank.
Stephanie McMahon (as reported by WrestleVotes), Nick Khan and Triple H addressed talent at a meeting Saturday afternoon, which was said by many we spoke to be positively received. All three are well generally well liked by talent, and Stephanie McMahon seems to be outright adored based on those we've heard from. All three also attended the UFC 276 event right up the street immediately after the show.
It ...
At WWE Money in the Bank, some SPOOKY vignettes aired in ominous fashion, leading many to speculate who they're for.
Fightful Select has been told that the working plan was for them to represent Edge. There are several indicators involved, specifically crosses representing Christian. Hardy gloves, Dudley Boyz glasses and some other references to his biggest foes.
We'll work to learn more on this.
Is it possible WWE has started booking correctly?
Probably not, but it's nice to hope!
On this, the 300th Episode of Sour Graps, Alex & Kate will review WWE Money In The Bank, try to predict how the next few months will play out, and talk about your favorite moments.
Get in your questions, hot take and silly song requests in at SourChats.com!
Everything sucks. Let's talk about it.
Fightful Select has learned the planned match order of WWE Money in the Bank. As always its subject to change
- Women's Money in the Bank
-Theory vs. Bobby Lashley
- Bianca Belair vs. Carmella
- Street Profits vs. Usos
- Ronda Rousey vs. Natalya
- Men's Money in the Bank
Producers are as follows:
Fightful Select has learned the following producers of WWE Money in the Bank matches
- Women's Money in the Bank (Tyson Kidd,...
WWE Money in the Bank changed venues from Allegiant Stadium to MGM Grand, due to low ticket sales.
The move surprised some in the company, as the move to more stadium shows have been a big plan for Nick Khan. One source that Fightful spoke with believed that the company should have waited until at least after Hell in a Cell to see how ticket sales changed, and believed that WWE relied to much on the buzz of simply running a stadium show as opposed to the booking selling the show.