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The Rock's Recent Use Of Edgier Language On WWE TV Has Stirred Up Controversy, Bringing Accusations Of Double Standards
809 days ago
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The Rock's Recent Use Of Edgier Language On WWE TV Has Stirred Up Controversy, Bringing Accusations Of Double Standards

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's recent return to WWE has sparked controversy over his use of language on television. While the company maintains a PG rating, The Rock's promos have featured profanity, leading to accusations of double standards. ## Fans of The Rock's earlier, more edgy character may enjoy his unfiltered promos. However, this clashes with the WWE's current content guidelines. The issue has reignited memories of the "Vince McMahon era," where certain stars were seemingly given free rein. ## Dave Meltzer on the Wrestling Observer Newsletter suggests The Rock's influence, including his position on the Board of Directors, allows him to bend the rules. He's also backed by a team that deals with potential network censorship. This has caused resentment among other wrestlers who must strictly adhere to the PG guidelines. ## Despite The Rock's claims of network pushback, FOX reportedly receives his scripts beforehand for potential censorship during broadcasts. This targeted approach further fuels accusations of favoritism. ## The Rock's recent "Rock Concert" segment also drew criticism for exceeding its allotted time. While his writer denies it impacted other parts of the show, some believe it resulted in cuts elsewhere. ## The Rock's return has undeniably brought excitement, but the language controversy casts a shadow. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Sonya Deville Shares Progress Update On ACL Recovery
809 days ago
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Sonya Deville Shares Progress Update On ACL Recovery

Former WWE Women's Tag Team Champion Sonya Deville recently took to Instagram to provide an update on her recovery from a torn ACL. ## Deville suffered the injury in August 2023, forcing her to relinquish her championship title. In a video showcasing her current training routine, Deville revealed she's still working through challenges but making positive progress. ## The video features Deville engaging in jumping exercises, admitting initial hesitation due to her recovering ACL. However, she progresses through the workout, expressing growing confidence. Deville also tackles agility drills, acknowledging initial awkwardness but ultimately feeling good about her performance. ## This update comes nearly eight months after Deville's last in-ring appearance on July 28th, 2023. While Deville was forced to give up the championship due to injury, her tag team partner Chelsea Green retained the title with Piper Niven taking Deville's place. ## Below check out the full video: ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Daria Berenato 🌈 (@sonyadevillewwe) ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Goldberg: 'There Are Guyst That Go Off Script All The Time, I Was Probably One Of Them'
810 days ago
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Goldberg: 'There Are Guyst That Go Off Script All The Time, I Was Probably One Of Them'

In the scripted world of professional wrestling, WWE strives for a tightly controlled narrative. However, wrestlers occasionally veer off course, creating unscripted moments that leave a lasting impression. ## Back in the day, wrestlers enjoyed more creative freedom, leading to frequent instances of improvisation. Today, with a more scripted approach, going off-script is a risky move. Wrestlers who deviate from the plan often face backstage heat or even punishment, unless they hold significant star power. ## Despite the potential consequences, several wrestlers have taken the chance in recent years, resulting in some memorable segments. ## Goldberg recently had an interview with Tim Green - Nothing Left Unsaid, and was asked if he has ever gone off the script. ## Yeah, well, there are guys that go off script all the time, I was probably one of them. I went off script because I couldn't remember it, not because I wanted to. And that happened a number of times with me. But there were a couple of guys along the way that weren't so happy about laying down for a guy that's been in the business for a short period of time. That comes with the territory, I understand it to a point. ## But at the end of the day, it is kind of fixed, right? So it's not like doing a true athletic competition where you're actually gonna lose. I guess kind of like Romo at the end of The Longest Yard, he didn't want to get run over by Adam Saddler, but it's a movie, right? It's a movie, it's not real. So, um, there were guys along the way, a couple of them, but they came to it in the end. But, you know, like again, you're going to have people that are in your corner or against you, wanting to see you succeed or wanting to see you fail, it's just life. ## Yeah, the guys who get to choose are the Vince McMahon's and the, um, who did I just, what was his name? Eric Bischoff, Eric Bischoff, I see, you know, even more than I do, yeah, Bischoff and Vince get to decide. At the end of the day, it's the most popular, it's whoever's gonna draw the most money, whether it's a good guy or a bad guy, it's all storyline-oriented and it's all fictitious and it's all in the direction they want to lead you.## But some guys can do it and some guys can't. I can't really put a finger on it, but I would go out there and wrestle like there was no one there. I'd go out and do my job and I'd try to do it to the best of my ability. And if people enjoy it, great. If they don't, I'm sorry because you can't please everybody. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Goldberg Unhappy About WWE 'Disrespecting' His Streak And Spear
810 days ago
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Goldberg Unhappy About WWE 'Disrespecting' His Streak And Spear

Former WWE Universal Champion Bill Goldberg isn't shy about his frustrations with the company. In a recent interview with Nothing Left Unsaid, Goldberg took aim at WWE for what he perceives as disrespect towards his legacy. ## The most glaring issue for Goldberg seems to be Asuka's undefeated streak in NXT surpassing his own WCW record. Goldberg referred to Asuka dismissively as "some Japanese girl" and questioned the timing of her streak ending just as he returned to WWE in 2016. ## “A girl beat my winning streak… beat my undefeated streak. Yeah, I can’t even remember… ‘A-soo-ka’ is her name. Some Japanese girl. And they touted her as being the one to have the longest winning streak." ## Goldberg went further, implying WWE management, specifically Triple H (Paul Levesque), played a role in both Asuka's streak and the increased use of the Spear finisher by other wrestlers. Goldberg has a history of tension with Triple H, and blames their past for these perceived slights. ## "The fact that I didn’t get along with Paul Levesque (Triple H), which is Vince’s son-in-law, I think had everything to do with it." # Whether intentional or not, Goldberg's comments are sure to stir the pot. Fans can expect further discussion on the validity of Goldberg's claims and the working relationship between him and WWE. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Drew McIntyre Mocks CM Punk With 'Cry Me A River' Workout Ahead Of Raw Return
810 days ago
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Drew McIntyre Mocks CM Punk With 'Cry Me A River' Workout Ahead Of Raw Return

The war of words between Drew McIntyre and CM Punk continues to escalate. Punk is set to return to Raw next week, but before he does, McIntyre has taken another jab at his rival. ## Following Punk's recent training video post, McIntyre uploaded his own workout video on Twitter. The video features McIntyre lifting weights while Justin Timberlake's "Cry Me A River" blasts in the background. ## This song choice is a clear reference to the reported backstage altercation at AEW All Out that led to Punk's departure from the company. The quote "Have a nice flight in," allegedly uttered by AEW Young Bucks member Jack Perry, is said to have been the spark that ignited the incident. ## McIntyre's caption simply reads "Looking forward to seeing you in Chicago," adding fuel to the already fiery feud. This comes after McIntyre injured Punk at the Royal Rumble, derailing Punk's WrestleMania aspirations. ## McIntyre is currently focused on his own WrestleMania challenge, set to battle Seth Rollins for the World Heavyweight Championship on night two of WrestleMania 40. Whether Punk will respond to McIntyre's latest dig remains to be seen, but tensions are sure to be high when he returns to Raw next week. ## ‘CM Punk is coming for you’ 😂😂😂😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/wu54Mcg24H— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) March 21, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE's Maryse Announces She's Tumor-Free After Surgery
810 days ago
WWE News

WWE's Maryse Announces She's Tumor-Free After Surgery

Former WWE wrestler Maryse Mizanin has shared great news with fans: she is cancer-free! ## Maryse revealed on social media that she underwent surgery two weeks ago to remove her ovaries, uterus, tubes, cervix, and omentum. The surgery also included lymph node removal to check for spread of the disease. The good news is that the pathology results confirmed no spread and, most importantly, that Maryse is tumor-free. ## The diagnosis identified Maryse with a rare form of cancer known as Primary Peritoneal Serous Borderline Tumors. Highlighting the rarity, Maryse stated only 7 cases per million women in the US are diagnosed annually. Early detection proved critical, as she acknowledges, "This would have most likely been lethal." ## Following her surgery, Maryse will continue her recovery and follow up with specialists at MD Anderson in Houston. ## Maryse expressed immense gratitude to her doctor, Dr. Thais Aliabadi, and her team. She also shared her appreciation for the overwhelming support from family, friends, and fans worldwide. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maryse Mizanin (@marysemizanin) ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Former WWE Executive John Laurinaitis Acknowledges Lawsuit Filed By Janel Grant
810 days ago
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Former WWE Executive John Laurinaitis Acknowledges Lawsuit Filed By Janel Grant

John Laurinaitis, a former executive with WWE, has acknowledged a lawsuit filed against him by Janel Grant. The lawsuit, filed in January 2024, alleges sex trafficking, emotional abuse, and sexual assault by Laurinaitis and WWE Chairman Vince McMahon. ## Grant's lawsuit details disturbing experiences of sexual, physical, mental, and emotional abuse. According to PWInsider, Laurinaitis has waived formal service of the lawsuit and intends to respond within 60 days of March 15th. An attorney representing Laurinaitis has denied the allegations, claiming his client is also a victim. ## This development comes after Laurinaitis' termination from WWE in the summer of 2022. He was investigated by the company's board following sexual misconduct and hush money accusations against McMahon in June 2022. ## The lawsuit against Laurinaitis and McMahon is ongoing. This story will be updated as further developments occur. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Eddie Kingston Loses AEW Continental Title, Tony Khan Clarifies Championship Future
810 days ago
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Eddie Kingston Loses AEW Continental Title, Tony Khan Clarifies Championship Future

Eddie Kingston may have lost the AEW Continental Championship to Kazuchika Okada on AEW Dynamite, but the title itself isn't going anywhere. AEW president Tony Khan has shed light on the future of the championship and how it will be defended moving forward. ## Following Kingston's reign, which included a successful defense of the "Continental Crown" uniting the AEW Continental, ROH World, and NJPW STRONG Openweight Championships, Khan has outlined a new direction for the AEW title. Wrestlers vying for the championship will compete under a specific rule set for the remainder of the year. ## These "Continental Rules" will prohibit outside interference and exclude anyone from ringside during matches. The champion coming out of the upcoming Full Gear pay-per-view will be required to defend the title in the Continental Classic tournament. Worlds End will then determine the next champion.## The unique "Continental Crown" concept, where Kingston defended multiple titles simultaneously, appears to be a one-time occurrence. Khan clarifies that this aspect was specific to Kingston's championship holdings leading into the 2023 Continental Classic. ## While Kingston dropped the AEW Continental Championship, he remains the ROH World Champion. He'll put that title on the line against Mark Briscoe at the ROH Supercard of Honor event taking place on April 5th in Philadelphia. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Gunther Surpasses 650 Days As Intercontinental Champion With 100 Championship Defenses
810 days ago
WWE News

Gunther Surpasses 650 Days As Intercontinental Champion With 100 Championship Defenses

Gunther, the dominant force known as "The Ring General," continues to etch his name in WWE history with his record-breaking Intercontinental Championship reign. ## Gunther captured the gold from Shinsuke Nakamura in June 2022 and quickly surpassed Nakamura's 201-day reign. This past September, he achieved legendary status by dethroning The Honky Tonk Man's 35-year record for the longest reign with the Intercontinental Championship. ## Drafted to Raw alongside his Imperium stablemates in 2023, Gunther's dominance hasn't wavered. He has defended the title a staggering 100 times across house shows, television, and premium live events, with his first defense coming against Ricochet in June 2022 and his most recent against Jey Uso earlier this month. ## Last month, Gunther solidified his position as the most decorated Intercontinental Champion in history, not just for his singular reign, but for the combined total number of days held by all champions. This achievement further cements his legacy. ## With WrestleMania 40 on the horizon, WWE has confirmed that Gunther will defend the Intercontinental Title against the formidable Sami Zayn. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk... Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Dakota Kai Explains Why Damage CTRL Kicked Out Bayley
810 days ago
WWE News

Dakota Kai Explains Why Damage CTRL Kicked Out Bayley

Former Damage CTRL member Dakota Kai has shed some light on the recent ousting of Bayley from the group. In a new interview, Kai framed Bayley as being overly controlling and hindering their potential. ## This comes after a surprising turn of events at the beginning of March. After winning the 2024 Royal Rumble, Bayley opted to challenge for the Women's Title held by IYO SKY, her teammate in Damage CTRL, rather than challenge for the Raw Women's Championship. This decision created tension, and the intrigue grew when Dakota Kai initially appeared to side with Bayley.## However, during a tag team match, Kai delivered a shocking betrayal, attacking Bayley alongside IYO SKY.## Speaking to 97.7 QLZ, Kai defended her actions, comparing Bayley's leadership to a parent who is "a little bit too controlling." Kai believes Damage CTRL can achieve more without Bayley's restrictions.## She also expressed confusion over the fans' support for Bayley, considering Bayley's past "shenanigans."## With WrestleMania just around the corner, Bayley will have a chance for payback against her former teammates. The future of Damage CTRL and Bayley's path remain to be seen.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Xavier Woods Predicts Roman Reigns' Downfall At WrestleMania 40
810 days ago
WWE News

Xavier Woods Predicts Roman Reigns' Downfall At WrestleMania 40

The New Day's Xavier Woods isn't shy about his prediction for the main event of WrestleMania 40. While speaking to WWE: Die Woche for a new interview, Woods firmly believes Roman Reigns will lose his Undisputed WWE Universal Championship to Cody Rhodes. ## Reigns' historic title reign has dominated WWE for over two years. Now, facing the momentum of Royal Rumble winner Cody Rhodes, speculation runs high that WrestleMania 40 will see a changing of the guard. ## Woods echoes this sentiment, stating, "There is no way he gets through WrestleMania with that championship... I fully believe he'll no longer be champion after WrestleMania 40." ## Beyond his prediction, Woods hints at a potential return of the New Day's popular podcast. The New Day podcast ran for several years, featuring the trio's signature humor and wrestling insights. Teasing its return, Woods left fans with something to look forward to alongside the anticipated conclusion of Roman Reigns' reign. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Hall of Famer Afa Anoa'i Set For Back Surgery After Health Struggles
810 days ago
WWE News

WWE Hall of Famer Afa Anoa'i Set For Back Surgery After Health Struggles

WWE Hall of Famer Afa Anoa'i, a cornerstone of the Anoa'i wrestling dynasty, is scheduled to undergo back surgery this Friday, March 22nd, according to PWInsider. ## The 81-year-old Anoa'i, one half of the iconic Wild Samoans tag team, has faced significant health challenges this year. He battled pneumonia and suffered two heart attacks before a fall resulted in multiple back fractures.## Anoa'i has received specialized treatment and will undergo surgery to address the back injuries. This news comes after a period of recovery for Afa, who was previously hospitalized in January.## The Anoa'i family has a profound legacy in professional wrestling. Afa, alongside his brother Sika, dominated the tag team scene and paved the way for future generations like Roman Reigns, The Usos, and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.## We at Sacnilk send him well wishes and positive thoughts! ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...