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Triple H Drops Bombshell Announcement: New World Heavyweight Champion To Be Crowned At Night Of Champions
1144 days ago
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Triple H Drops Bombshell Announcement: New World Heavyweight Champion To Be Crowned At Night Of Champions

WWE's Chief Brand Officer, Paul "Triple H" Levesque, kicked off the second hour of Monday Night Raw with a major announcement that sent shockwaves through the WWE universe. According to Corey Graves, the news was so significant that it would "rock the foundation of WWE." ## Triple H emphasized his commitment to ensuring that WWE reaches its full potential for generations to come. In his announcement, he revealed that Roman Reigns had negotiated into his contract the ability to wrestle less frequently and defend his title less often. ## As a result, Reigns will take the Undisputed Universal Championship with him in the WWE Draft, and the other brand will determine a new champion. ## On Saturday, May 27th, at Night of Champions, a new World Heavyweight Champion will be crowned, and that individual will be expected to defend their title "anywhere, any place, anytime, all over the world." The announcement promises to bring a new level of excitement and unpredictability to the WWE landscape. ## The WWE World Heavyweight Championship looks beautiful. #WWERaw pic.twitter.com/aoG6GTgFBK— Wrestling News (@WrestlingNewsCo) April 25, 2023 ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Former WWE Women's Champion Naomi Sparks Comeback Rumors With Impressive Ring Workout
1146 days ago
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Former WWE Women's Champion Naomi Sparks Comeback Rumors With Impressive Ring Workout

The wrestling world is abuzz with rumors about former WWE Women's Champion Naomi, who has been making waves with her recent workout sessions in the ring. Despite her departure from WWE, Naomi has been honing her skills and staying in shape, which has piqued the interest of many in the industry. ## In a recent report, it was revealed that Naomi was being courted by the Japanese promotions NJPW/STARDOM, who were eager to bring her on board. However, due to the financial strains caused by the pandemic, the parent company Bushiroad was unable to seal the deal. Despite this setback, Naomi remains focused on her craft and determined to make a comeback. ## To the delight of fans, fellow former WWE star Samuray Del Sol shared footage of Naomi's impressive workout session in the ring on Instagram, further fueling speculation about a potential return to the ring. With her unwavering dedication and impressive skill set, it's only a matter of time before Naomi makes her mark on the wrestling world once again. ## He captioned the post with, “Awesome lucha training @trinity_fatu #lucha #glow.” ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Samuray Del Sol ”Manny” (@samuraydelsol) ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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WWE Saturday Night's Main Event In Fort Wayne Results 4/22/23: Winners, Highlights
1147 days ago
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WWE Saturday Night's Main Event In Fort Wayne Results 4/22/23: Winners, Highlights

Here are the full results for WWE Saturday Night's Main Event which took place on April 22, 2023, live from Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Arena in Fort Wayne, Indiana. ## The show features Cody Rhodes, WWE Undisputed Tag Team Champions Sami Zayn & Kevin Owens, Sheamus, Braun Strowman, Liv Morgan, and more! ## Credit: WrestlingBodySlam.com ## WWE Saturday Night's Main Event In Fort Wayne Results 4/22/23 ## Ricochet defeated Ivar of the Viking Raiders (w/ Erik & Valhalla) Shotzi defeated Sonya Deville Sheamus defeated Karrion Kross (w/ Scarlett) WWE Undisputed Tag Team Titles Match:  Sami Zayn & Kevin Owens (c) defeated The Uso’s LA Knight defeated Mustafa Ali Natalya defeated Shayna Baszler Rey Mysterio & Santos Escobar defeated Shelton Benjamin & Cedric Alexander Cody Rhodes defeated Solo Sikoa after interference from The Uso’s and WWE Undisputed Tag Team Champions Sami Zayn & Kevin Owens ## Hof Rey Mysterio and santos Escobar @WrestleTix @WWE @reymysterio #WWEFortWayne pic.twitter.com/vwmV2o6wUy— Terry (@officialTerryA) April 23, 2023 ## Still tag team champions!#WWEFortWayne pic.twitter.com/lxWshGEO7n— chavezn2004 (@cchavez2022) April 23, 2023 ## #WWEFortWayne LA Knight vs Ali pic.twitter.com/4plpBrwaK0— Darren Staley (@CardiacCards86) April 23, 2023 ## Sheamus and Karrion Kross killed it #Wwefortwayne pic.twitter.com/Vzsmqi8Aeb— Daware (@DawareTV) April 23, 2023 ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Xavier Woods At A Crossroads After Challenging Gunther For Intercontinental Championship
1147 days ago
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Xavier Woods At A Crossroads After Challenging Gunther For Intercontinental Championship

During the latest episode of WWE SmackDown on April 21, Xavier Woods made a surprising move by challenging Gunther for the WWE Intercontinental Championship. ## This was a rare moment for Woods, who had mostly been involved in tag team competitions as a member of the New Day, and had limited opportunities for solo matches. Despite his valiant efforts, Woods was unable to defeat the formidable Gunther and lost the match. ## In a WWE Digital Exclusive interview following the bout, Woods expressed his uncertainty about his future in the WWE. He seemed to be at a loss about what to do next and what his next move should be. ## “This was my shot. I hadn’t had a shot at the Intercontinental Championship since I’d been here. I got here in 2010. It’s 2023. I had one shot at Gunther, I had one shot to become champion, and I failed, and I didn’t do it. I have no Kofi here, I have no [Big] E here. ## We’re all about the power of positivity, but it’s not always easy. I don’t know what to do next, besides move forward. What is moving forward? I have no idea. But shots like this for me, specifically guys like me, come once in a career apparently. So I don’t know if I’ll ever get a shot at that again. So yes, Gunther won. Yes, Gunther is the Intercontinental Champion. I am not. So we go to work," Woods said. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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WWE Backlash 2023 Lineup: Two Title Matches, Seth Rollins vs. Omos Added
1148 days ago
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WWE Backlash 2023 Lineup: Two Title Matches, Seth Rollins vs. Omos Added

The WWE Backlash event is shaping up to be a thrilling affair, as the card gains more matches. ## During the latest episode of WWE SmackDown, Zelina Vega approached Adam Pearce, requesting a WWE SmackDown Women's Title match against Rhea Ripley at Backlash. Pearce granted her request, and the highly-anticipated match was officially added to the event. Vega and Ripley have been fierce rivals, as members of the opposing factions LWO and Judgment Day. ## In addition, fans can look forward to a highly-anticipated showdown between Seth Rollins and Omos, as well as an intense triple threat match for the WWE United States Championship. Austin Theory, the current title holder, will defend his championship against Bobby Lashley and Bronson Reed in what promises to be an electrifying match. ## Theory recently squared off against Lashley on Monday's episode of WWE Raw, but their match ended in a no contest when Reed interfered, setting up this highly-anticipated rematch. As the WWE Backlash card continues to take shape, fans can expect more thrilling matches and exciting showdowns as the WWE superstars battle it out for glory and gold. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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WWE Raw Set To Explode As Rey Mysterio And Damian Priest Prepare For Epic Rematch
1148 days ago
WWE News

WWE Raw Set To Explode As Rey Mysterio And Damian Priest Prepare For Epic Rematch

WWE fans are in for a thrilling showdown on the upcoming April 24 Raw as Rey Mysterio prepares to take on Damian Priest in a highly-anticipated rematch. The match was announced during Friday's episode of SmackDown, where Mysterio and his partner Santos Escobar suffered a defeat against Priest and Finn Balor of The Judgment Day. ## Following the intense tag team bout, Priest took the opportunity to call out Backlash host Bad Bunny, who he has a heated rivalry with. In their last encounter on Raw, Priest sent Bunny crashing through a table at ringside, leaving fans wondering what the music sensation has in store for the upcoming event. ## While Bunny's involvement at Backlash is yet to be confirmed, the Mysterio-Priest rematch promises to be a highlight of Monday's Raw. Their previous bout on March 27 ended in a controversial disqualification victory for Mysterio, and both competitors are eager to settle the score. ## Despite his recent losing streak, Mysterio remains one of WWE's most skilled and respected veterans, and fans are eager to see him reclaim his winning ways. With Priest on a hot streak and Bunny's potential involvement at Backlash, this upcoming match is sure to be an electrifying showdown that fans won't want to miss. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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WWE Draft 2023: Ilja Dragunov, Pretty Deadly, Zoey Stark, And Cameron Grimes Expected To Make Major Impact On Main Roster
1148 days ago
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WWE Draft 2023: Ilja Dragunov, Pretty Deadly, Zoey Stark, And Cameron Grimes Expected To Make Major Impact On Main Roster

The upcoming WWE Draft is highly anticipated and will commence on the April 28 episode of SmackDown, followed by the May 1st episode of Monday Night Raw. WWE has decided to delay the main roster debuts of NXT talent until the Draft, instead of immediately following WrestleMania 39, as previously done. ## According to Pwinsider Elite, there are several names that could be called up to the main roster during the Draft. One of them is Ilja Dragunov, a former WWE NXT UK Champion, who has been suggested to join the SmackDown brand. ## In addition, the report suggests that Pretty Deadly, Zoey Stark, and Cameron Grimes could also be called up. Pretty Deadly has had multiple NXT Tag Team Title reigns and is considered ready for the main roster. Grimes has been ready for some time, but has been waiting for WWE creative to develop an idea for him. ## Zoey Stark, on the other hand, has already been given opportunities on the main roster, including working on Main Event tapings and even live events. WWE has high hopes for her, and she could be another promising name to watch out for during the Draft. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Stone Cold Steve Austin Hails Magnificent Finish To Epic WrestleMania 39 Main Event Between Roman Reigns And Cody Rhodes
1150 days ago
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Stone Cold Steve Austin Hails Magnificent Finish To Epic WrestleMania 39 Main Event Between Roman Reigns And Cody Rhodes

The WWE Universe was left in awe as Roman Reigns successfully defended his Undisputed WWE Universal Title against Cody Rhodes in a thrilling main event at WrestleMania 39 in LA. While some questioned the outside interference from Solo Sikoa, Paul Heyman, The Usos, Kevin Owens, and Sami Zayn, one legendary wrestler had nothing but praise for the match's finish. ## Stone Cold Steve Austin, a former WWE Champion and one of the most iconic wrestlers of all time, recently spoke with Sports Illustrated about the bout. He described the match's build-up as perfect and the ending as "magnificent." Austin went as far as to personally text those involved in the match to convey his appreciation for their performances. ## With Reigns cementing his status as one of WWE's most dominant champions and Cody Rhodes proving himself to be a formidable challenger, this match will undoubtedly go down in history as one of the greatest WrestleMania main events of all time. And with Stone Cold Steve Austin himself giving it his stamp of approval, it's clear that this was a truly remarkable and unforgettable moment in the world of professional wrestling. ## “I loved the finish,” says Austin. “I loved all of it. Roman is so good right now. The story was there—Cody coming back from injury, coming back into the fold after he left from AEW, and putting himself in the position he’s in now, overcoming all this adversity as part of one of the most famous wrestling families that’s ever been in the business, and trying to finish the story against Roman.” ## Austin added, “I watched both nights of WrestleMania 39 very intently. To me, you can’t take that belt off Roman right now. You want to get it to Cody somehow, someway, some time—but now’s not the time.”## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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NXT UK Star Tyler Bate Considered For WWE Main Roster Call-Up During Draft
1151 days ago
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NXT UK Star Tyler Bate Considered For WWE Main Roster Call-Up During Draft

Tyler Bate, despite being under the age of 30, has achieved remarkable success during his tenure with WWE. ## He was the inaugural and final NXT UK Champion and also won the NXT and NXT UK Tag Team Championships alongside his longtime partner Trent Seven, with whom he parted ways in June 2022. ## In a recent Main Event match against Dolph Ziggler, the 26-year-old wrestler caught the attention of many, and as per a recent report from WRKD Wrestling, he is being considered for a promotion to WWE's main roster during the WWE Draft scheduled for late April/early May. ## “After a well received match on Main Event against Dolph Ziggler, NXT’s Tyler Bate has been mentioned internally as a potential call up during the upcoming WWE draft.” ## After a well received match on Main Event against Dolph Ziggler, NXT’s Tyler Bate has been mentioned internally as a potential call up during the upcoming WWE draft. pic.twitter.com/qwHMgpBra1— WRKD Wrestling (@WRKDWrestling) April 18, 2023 ## Reports have previously mentioned Bron Breakker and Cameron Grimes as other contenders for a promotion to WWE's main roster alongside Tyler Bate. ## In recent weeks, Bate has formed an alliance with Chase U, offering his assistance in their battle against the Schism faction led by Joe Gacy. He has been particularly helpful in providing mindful affirmations to Thea Hail, a member of Chase U who is struggling with the trauma of being kidnapped by Ava in February. ## On April 1st, ahead of WrestleMania 39, Bate teamed up with Hail, Andre Chase, and Duke Hudson in a mixed tag team match against Joe Gacy, Ava, Jagger Reid, and Rip Fowler. While Hudson hinted at a possible separation from his team during the bout, Chase ultimately assisted him in hitting a Fratliner on Jagger Reid, leading to a victory for Chase U. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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WWE And UFC Merger Results In $21 Billion Publicly Traded Company, Despite $50 Million In Aggressive Cuts
1151 days ago
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WWE And UFC Merger Results In $21 Billion Publicly Traded Company, Despite $50 Million In Aggressive Cuts

The merger between WWE and UFC's parent company, Endeavor, is indeed a monumental deal that will undoubtedly shape the landscape of both professional wrestling and combat sports. However, the fallout from this merger has left many fans and industry insiders worried about the future of WWE, particularly in regards to potential cuts and changes to the company's production and roster. ## In a recent interview with Lightshed Live, Nick Khan, WWE's President and Chief Revenue Officer, provided some insight into what fans can expect in the wake of this historic merger. Khan revealed that WWE will be making a staggering $50 million in cuts, but he also noted that the on-screen product will remain largely unchanged. ## This is a testament to the resilience and dedication of the WWE team, who are committed to delivering top-quality entertainment to fans around the world. Despite the challenges posed by this merger, WWE is determined to stay true to its core values and continue to provide the high-octane action and drama that fans have come to love and expect. The future of WWE may be uncertain, but one thing is clear: this iconic company is not going down without a fight. ## “If you look at what Endeavor was able to take out, cost-wise, from UFC in 2016 or shortly after that deal was done, we have the same expectation here. We think 50 (million) is a really conservative number. We have integration teams now, we’re going to get those in shape, I think we’ll have a better sense of it in a month or two. We’re going to be pretty aggressive with them to make sure that, for our shareholders and for our company, our organization is as lean and mean as possible, and we’re going to rely on the Endeavor flywheel to make up the rest. ## The most important thing is to leave the product untouched. Untouched, meaning, if Triple H and Kevin Dunn want to evolve it, great, but in terms of cutbacks there, that’s not what we’re looking to do.” ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Fashion Police Overcame Vince McMahon's Disapproval To Become Beloved WWE Tag Team Champions
1151 days ago
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Fashion Police Overcame Vince McMahon's Disapproval To Become Beloved WWE Tag Team Champions

Despite not being given a consistent spotlight on the main roster, Tyler Breeze and Fandango were able to capture the hearts of fans with their hilarious antics and impeccable fashion sense as the Fashion Police. Their skits and segments backstage were often some of the most entertaining moments on WWE programming. ## In fact, their popularity was so strong that they were able to successfully transition back to NXT in 2019 and capture the NXT Tag Team Championships in 2020, proving that they were more than just a comedy act, but a legitimate tag team with championship potential. ## Although they may not have reached the top of the mountain on the main roster, Tyler Breeze and Fandango's memorable performances and ability to connect with the audience made them a beloved duo in the eyes of many WWE fans. ## During a recent interview with WrestlingNews.co, Fandango disclosed that Vince McMahon, who was leading WWE creative during their time in the company, did not appreciate the Fashion Police gimmick and never found any of their segments humorous. ## "From day one to the last day we did it, Vince did not laugh once. He did not understand any of the jokes, he didn’t get any of the pop culture [stuff], any of the movies. [He did] not understand it, he didn’t like it, but he knew the fans liked it, so he kept it on his show. Yeah, he didn’t understand any of it. There would be people in gorilla watching the segment and everyone would pop while the segment was airing and Vince would just look around and be like ‘What the fuck?’. The dry sense of humor, it just wasn’t his thing you know. If you’re a 70 something year old guy, you’re probably not getting Twin Peaks jokes you know, it’s understandable. It’s nothing against him, he didn’t like it at all, but he knew some people did." ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Kevin Nash: Roman Reigns Must Reach 1,000 Days As World Champion, Comparing Him To Cal Ripken Jr.
1153 days ago
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Kevin Nash: Roman Reigns Must Reach 1,000 Days As World Champion, Comparing Him To Cal Ripken Jr.

Kevin Nash has reiterated his belief that Roman Reigns needs to reach 1,000 days as world champion. At WWE WrestleMania 39, Cody Rhodes attempted to end the storyline by dethroning Reigns, who had held the Universal Championship for over 950 days. ## However, Reigns defeated Rhodes, retaining the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship, a decision that surprised many fans and pundits. Nash, who had previously shared his thoughts on Reigns' victory, reiterated his stance on the newest episode of Kliq This. ## When asked about the decision to have Rhodes lose, Nash emphasized that the company has to ensure Reigns reaches the 1,000-day mark. He cited legendary baseball player Cal Ripken Jr. and his record for consecutive games played as an example. ## "That close to 1,000 [days], you have to do it. It’d be I’d like [Cal] Ripken had turf toe and would have fucking just taken a day off. There’s certain milestones, and right now, he’s too close to 1,000. You’re only gonna be as successful as your fucking top guy, and Roman’s the top guy right now. Roman has the cool factor, Roman’s your money guy. ## They did it with me and Bret. If I would have beaten Bret out of the shoot, I think absolutely Diesel has a much better fucking run. But the fact that they wouldn’t commit and put the fucking eggs in the basket, I think that it hurt me, and I think that they weren’t ready to make that commitment. Things had went too well," Nash said. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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