Rob Wilkins (@RobWilkins), Maggie (@Maggie_IK), Chris Mueller (BR_Doctor), and a cast of others host the Fightful Select Money in the Bank Pre-Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZ7qlIRaPMM
Bayley is preparing for a return.
The former multi- time women's champion has been preparing for an in ring return, WWE sources have confirmed to Fightful. Bayley alluded to this on her social media this week, but WWE sources did confirm with Fightful that she's been in the ring working on a return to action. As to how she's been preparing, or a timetable, we're not sure.
The same WWE sources indicated that as of Friday night, Bayley was not in Las Vegas for WWE Money in the B...
SRS is reliving his childhood. Also he's collecting action figures
2022-07-02 17:00:04 +0000 UTC View PostFightful has learned of the following plans for tonight‘s episode of WWE Friday Night SmackDown. As always, plans are subject to change.
Men's Money in the Bank In-Ring Promo
"King of the Mountain" Battle Royal
Ronda Rousey - Natalya Video Package
The New Day vs. The Viking Raiders
Raquel Rodriguez, Lacey Evans and Shotzi vs. Alexa
Bliss, Liv Morgan and Asuka (w/ Becky Lynch on Commentary)
Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship ATA (Ask Them ...
WWE's Money in the Bank field looks to be complete soon.
The June 27 episode of WWE Raw was set to feature Ezekiel vs. Kevin Owens in what was announced as a Money in the Bank Qualifying match along the way. However, with Owens out of action last week, the match had to be rescheduled, leaving Money in the Bank with six competitors revealed, and one yet to be announced.
This led to speculation that a potential surprise entrant could be in the plans. Ho...
2022-07-01 23:31:06 +0000 UTC View PostThe Bloodline could be getting some reinforcements.
Fightful Select has learned that as recently as this week, there have been serious discussions about bringing NXT star Solo Sikoa to the WWE main roster. We haven't heard a brand associated with these discussions, but his brothers, The Usos, and cousin Roman Reigns are technically on both WWE Raw and Smackdown as they hold both sets of World and Tag Team Titles.
There had been discussions in the past about possibly bringing S...
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An update on Brandi Rhodes
For those wondering about Brandi Rhodes since she left AEW and Cody headed to WWE, we have a bit of an update. Brandi Rhodes has remained in the ring training, though she's not had a match since January. Based on those we've talked to, there is a "cordial" relationship and multiple things have been discussed.
Among those things is a potential partnership with KultureCity, of which Brandi Rhodes is a board member. One of Brandi's first deals as CBO of AEW...
2022-06-30 20:41:26 +0000 UTC View PostA story ran today implying Jordynne Grace could be headed to AEW as their music producer Mikey Rukus had produced a theme song for her.
Fightful got wind of this a couple of weeks ago, and actually reached out to Jordynne Grace. She clarified that Mikey Rukus has produced songs for her for quite a while, even dating back before AEW existed.
In May 2021, Jordynne Grace signed a multi-year extension with IMPACT Wrestling, which would put her with the company until at least Spr...
2022-06-30 18:55:20 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys, traveling tonight so was LIVEEEEEEEEEEE at 1 PM EST
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/J5cFYJ6idsI
2022-06-30 15:07:21 +0000 UTC View PostBy Jeremy Lambert & SRS
Alan Angels has explained it all when it comes to his AEW contract.
On June 27, Angels tweeted, "Excited for what's next." The tweet had many fans speculating if that means Angels' time in AEW was coming to an end. Angels added more fuel to the fire by changing his profile picture to black and removing AEW references.
Speaking to Fightful's Sean Ross Sapp, Angels revealed that his AEW contract does expire on June 30, which would make him a free a...
2022-06-29 22:10:15 +0000 UTC View Post
SRS and Jimmy Van keep the party going!!!
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/nkFrP4hhUng
2022-06-29 19:30:59 +0000 UTC View PostTony Khan and Maria Kanellis had their talk.
Grapsody's Will Washington spoke to Tony Khan following the ROH Supercard scrum and noted that Maria had mentioned hoping to talk to Tony Khan about the women's division booking. Khan said he was open to that conversation, and we're told that it took place.
Maria tells Fightful that she and Tony Khan had a very good 30-45 minute conversation. She believes they'll likely have another talk when ROH makes its re-debut, and specified that w...
2022-06-29 18:09:54 +0000 UTC View PostIMPACT Wrestling is headed back to the City of Brotherly Love.
In addition to Atlanta, Louisville, Chicago, and Dallas, IMPACT is ramping up their summer schedule with a return to Philadelphia. Fightful sources have indicated that the company will be back for the weekend of September 22-25 for a television taping and possible TV special in the area.
IMPACT was in Philadelphia back in March at the former ECW Arena, 2300 Arena. Sources within the company noted the working plan was t...
2022-06-28 19:41:09 +0000 UTC View PostWomen's Wrestling Army is headed back to Chicago on July 8 & 9, and they have a little help coming their way.
Fightful has confirmed with Women's Wrestling Army that Allison Danger will be helping coach their talent. Danger, also known as Cathy Corino, signed with WWE late last year, but was let go just a few short months later. MLW's Court Bauer told Fightful recently that he'd also be interested in bringing her in to help Dave Prazak with MLW's women's division.
Women's Wres...
2022-06-28 18:43:39 +0000 UTC View Post
John Cena is back. Rappa-Doo.
Becky Lynch is now in MITB, surprise surprise.
And Matt Riddle won the Last Chance Battle Royal. Which was for the *SECOND*-to-last spot in the match. Which makes no sense, of course.
Everything sucks. Let's talk about it.
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/mCz-6Xm7C3k
2022-06-28 03:51:37 +0000 UTC View PostJune 27's WWE Raw saw a very unique situation, with AEW talent Paul Wight and Bryan Danielson appearing during John Cena "congratulations" videos for his 20 year anniversary.
We're told that the situation was very straightforward in making it happen. The idea was pitched, and then AEW founder Tony Khan was contacted in order to see if he'd be okay with it. Given the circumstances surrounding the videos, he was said to be okay with the videos and provided approval. A WWE source told us t...
2022-06-28 00:54:23 +0000 UTC View PostWWE Raw plans, subject to change. Please be mindful of those who wish to avoid spoilers
- MITB Last chance qualifying battle royal
- Winner picks tag title match stipulation: Montez Ford vs. Jey Uso
- Cena video career retrospective
- AJ Styles vs. Miz
- Bianca/Carmella contract singing
- Alexa Bliss vs. Liv Morgan
- John Cena 20 year celebration
- Lashley vs. Alpha Academy with Austin Theory as special enforcer
- Last chance qualifier: Be...
2022-06-27 23:57:24 +0000 UTC View Post
- Claudio
- Kenny Omega
- Miro
- Ric Flair's last match
- Jefferson Starship
- Prichard/Johnny Ace
- Backstage WWE news
- WWE 2K22
- AEW injuries
- Lio Rush
2022-06-27 23:24:16 +0000 UTC View PostRaw: June 20:
- Top Contender 5 Way match and Bianca Belair promo: Shawn Daivari & Petey Williams
- Riddle vs. Omos: Adam Pearce
- Angelo Dawkins vs. Jey Uso: Michael Hayes & Joe Hennig
- Elias concert: Kenny Dykstra
- Gauntlet match: Jamie Noble & Shane Helms
- Miz TV, AJ Styles vs, Ciampa: Abyss & Joe Hennig
- Asuka vs. Becky Lynch: Petey Williams & Molly Holly
Smackdown, June 24:
- Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Sami Zayn: Sh...
2022-06-27 21:00:05 +0000 UTC View PostClaudio Castagnoli debuted for AEW at Forbidden Door.
Fightful Select has learned that the terms of the deal were set to be "long term," though we're not sure if pen was put to paper yet. Claudio had been training at Flatbacks in Orlando to prepare for his return.
AEW had already prepared merchandise and promotional materials for the incoming Claudio. Also, he was seen backstage throughout the night.
In addition, Fightful Select was told these weren't the original plans f...
Did Eddie & Minoru kill each other with chest chops?
Are FTR the new IWGP Tag Champs?
Is Sting *actually* an Immortal Icon?
Was a BASTARD crowned Champion of All of the Atlantic?
Did Thunder Rosa have her best match as Champion?
Did Ospreay & OC have the match of the night?
Who is the new member of BCC and why was it obviously Claudio?
All of the answers to these questions will be made clear on the show, tonight!
Talk about the show here and follow our notes!
- Justin Roberts is back tonight. A NJPW ring announcer was brought in, and we're told Bobby Cruise was also discussed
- Excalibur, Tazz and Kevin Kelly are on commentary
- AEW All Out is Sunday, September 4
- there are no curtains behind the entrance tunnels. Instead the video screens extend beyond the tunnels
- Caprice Coleman is planned for additional ROH work as well
- Spoiler: Cesaro is backstage ...
POTENTIAL SPOILERS FOR FORBIDDEN DOOR BELOW
Tonight's AEW Forbidden Door touts a surprise opponent against Zack Sabre Jr.
Bryan Danielson was sidelined from the planned match, as well as AEW Blood & Guts this week. Fightful has been inquiring as to the identity of his replacement. While nobody has explicitly stated a name, we were told that promotional material tied to Blood & Guts featuring former WWE Superstar Cesaro has been produced. Fightful reported Saturd...
2022-06-26 21:39:31 +0000 UTC View Post
Rob Wilkins, Maggie, Chris Mueller, and others talk about BIG AEW & NJPW Forbidden Door PPV. We will go over the matches, give predictions, and much more.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j3m8gVMsYqs
STEPHEN JENSEN is back with a new edition of the WEEKENDER!
Topics:
- Show to watch on IWTV - SUP: "You Are Freaking Me Out"
- SOUTHEAST FIRST: "Uncharted Territory S4 E7" results
- MLW: "Battle Riot IV" *SPOILERS*
- NXT UK *TV TAPING SPOILERS*
- NXT Level Up (6/24) results
- NWA: "Powerrr" (6/21) results
- BTE: "2X" recap
- AEW x NJPW: "Forbidden Door" predictions
2022-06-26 17:58:28 +0000 UTC View Post- The injury bug has bitten AEW pretty badly of late. We're told there are other injuries that have not been disclosed publicly that wrestlers are battling. We'll look to provide an update after this week's Dynamite.
- In the same vein, we're told that there are some under the radar, per-appearance agreements that have expired this year that haven't ended up becoming public as of yet. We'll work to learn more information on that.
- As reported last night, the working plan is for O...
2022-06-26 17:17:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Rob & Maggie of Coexisting and Coexisting After Dark bring a couple of friends over to talk about Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi series and all six episodes. Bleacher Report's Chris Mueller (@BR_Doctor) & Ryan of the @MarkOrderPod join us!
*This show will contain SPOILERS if you have not watched it yet.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1GdwW5TCaEc
40+ minutes of mailbag from SRS!
2022-06-26 03:01:01 +0000 UTC View PostAn AEW wrestler is getting a new theme song, Fightful Select has learned.
Orange Cassidy dropped a hint on Saturday night on Twitter saying he was "getting something new." Fightful has learned that the working plan is for Orange Cassidy to get a new, but familiar theme song in the form of Jefferson' Starship's "Jane." AEW has secured licensing to use the song after he's used "Where Is My Mind?" by the Pixies. In March 2021, it was reported that it was a multi-year agreement to us...