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Jitu Jangir

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New Matches Set For 1/29 WWE Raw, Updated Lineup
870 days ago
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New Matches Set For 1/29 WWE Raw, Updated Lineup

The Smoothie King Center in New Orleans erupted with adrenaline tonight, and one announcement sent shockwaves through the WWE Universe: the Undisputed WWE World Tag-Team Championships are up for grabs next week on Raw! ## Backstage in The Judgment Day's lair, Rhea Ripley, acting on orders from Raw GM Adam Pearce, dropped the bombshell on Damian Priest and Finn Balor, the reigning tag champs. Prepare for a clash of titans, because #DIY - the iconic duo of Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa - will challenge for the belts on the post-Royal Rumble Raw. ## But the championship frenzy doesn't stop there. In a heated face-to-face backstage, Kofi Kingston laid down the gauntlet to GUNTHER, demanding a shot at the Intercontinental Championship gold. ## The ever-dominant Bronson Reed also set his sights on Jey Uso, challenging him to a showdown on the same explosive night. ## WWE RAW (1/29) Updated: ## Intercontinental Championship: GUNTHER vs. Kofi Kingston ## World Tag Team Championship: Damian Priest & Finn Balor vs. #DIY ## Bronson Reed vs Jey Uso ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE NXT Stars Myles Borne And Gigi Dolin Appear Before 1/22 WWE Raw
870 days ago
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WWE NXT Stars Myles Borne And Gigi Dolin Appear Before 1/22 WWE Raw

Two rising stars from NXT, Myles Borne and Gigi Dolin, got their shot to shine under the bright lights of Raw in New Orleans tonight. Both grapplers impressed in their Main Event bout matchups, giving fans a taste of the future of pro wrestling. ## Borne, in his second Raw appearance of the year, locked horns with the powerhouse Brutus Creed. Dolin, meanwhile, battled the ever-dangerous Chelsea Green. These opportunities serve as crucial stepping stones for NXT talent, granting them invaluable exposure and ring experience. ## Before the NXT showcases even kicked off, however, the evening was ignited by Seth Rollins' electrifying declaration regarding his WrestleMania 40 aspirations. Brace yourselves, folks, because tonight's Raw promises to be a barn-burner. ## @gigidolin_wwe was not amused with @ImChelseaGreen #WWEMainEvent #WWERaw pic.twitter.com/Awxr5UWEFZ— JD (@MarlinsManJD) January 23, 2024 ## oh yes!! myles borne on main event #wweraw pic.twitter.com/OiOIdAIVlZ— .πŸͺ (@rol1sroyce) January 23, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE SuperShow In Jackson Results 01/21/24: Winners, Highlights
871 days ago
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WWE SuperShow In Jackson Results 01/21/24: Winners, Highlights

Here are the full results for the WWE SuperShow in Montgomery which takes place on January 21, 2024, live from Mississippi Coliseum in Jackson, MS. ## The show features, Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, AJ Styles, Becky Lynch, WWE Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, and many more! ## The event starts at 7:30pm Local Time / 8:30pm EST. ## WWE SuperShow In Jackson Results 01/21/24 ## -Becky Lynch, Michin (Mia Yim) & Shotzi Def. Damage CTRL (WWE Women’s Champion IYO Sky, Asuka & Kairi Sane) ## -Omos (w/ MVP) Def. Akira Tozawa ## -The Creed Brothers (Julius Creed & Brutus Creed) Def. Imperium (Ludwig Kaiser & Giovanni Vinci) ## Ricochet defeated Jinder Mahal ## -Street Fight: Jey Uso Def. Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champion Damian Priest (w/ Dominik Mysterio) ## -Nia Jax Def. Ivy Nile ## -AJ Styles Def. Solo Sikoa (w/ Jimmy Uso) ## -Bull Rope Match: Cody Rhodes Def. Shinsuke Nakamura ## Becky Lynch in ring celebrating a win with Shotzi and Michin #WWEJacksonπŸŽ₯ Brooke S | FB#BeckyLynch #THEMAN #BigTimeBecks pic.twitter.com/s1zC0IlkWd— Becky Lynch Updates (@beckyBLcentral) January 22, 2024 ## It's been 45 minutes since the show ended, and Kingdom is still playing, meaning Cody still out there with fans and children. @CodyRhodes I appreciate you as a genuine human being and fantastic wrestler. πŸ™‡πŸ»β€β™‚οΈ #WWEJACKSON pic.twitter.com/Is6T8HtLPI— cHrIs bElL BexFan4life πŸ’šπŸ€πŸ§‘πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ‹πŸ«—πŸ”₯πŸͺ° (@DaBexsterioway) January 22, 2024 ## #wwejackson pic.twitter.com/WG2XhehKDD— ji (@JirehDixon3) January 22, 2024 ## #wwejackson pic.twitter.com/r8MMlKRY4k— ji (@JirehDixon3) January 22, 2024 ## To everyone asking if I'm having fun tonight:#WWEJACKSON pic.twitter.com/1dje3xW8Ux— cHrIs bElL BexFan4life πŸ’šπŸ€πŸ§‘πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ‹πŸ«—πŸ”₯πŸͺ° (@DaBexsterioway) January 22, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Roman Reigns Surpasses Historic Milestone; Now Holds The Fourth-Longest WWE Title Reign In History
872 days ago
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Roman Reigns Surpasses Historic Milestone; Now Holds The Fourth-Longest WWE Title Reign In History

Roman Reigns, widely hailed as one of the greatest pro wrestlers of all time, has solidified his dominance since his triumphant return in 2020. The self-proclaimed Tribal Chief has proven to be virtually invincible, consistently besting his competition and leaving an indelible mark on the world of professional wrestling. As Reigns continues to rewrite the record books, he has recently achieved yet another remarkable milestone in his WWE career.## At the time of this writing, Roman Reigns has amassed an astonishing 1238 days as the WWE Universal Champion. This impressive feat places him in elite company, surpassing the duration of Bruno Sammartino's second WWE Title reign. Reigns now claims the fourth-longest WWE title reign in history, trailing only legendary figures such as Hulk Hogan, Bob Backlund, and Bruno Sammartino's first WWE title reign.## However, with great accomplishments come inevitable critiques, and some fans have expressed sentiments that Reigns' reign is perceived as a mere façade. There is a belief among certain sections of the WWE Universe that the number of days as champion may be inflated or manipulated, casting a shadow on the legitimacy of Reigns' extraordinary tenure.## As it stands, Roman Reigns finds himself behind the iconic trio of Hulk Hogan, Bob Backlund, and Bruno Sammartino's first WWE title reign. To surpass Hogan's record-setting reign of 1474 days, Reigns must maintain his championship status until mid-September of 2024. ## While opinions may vary on the authenticity of Reigns' reign, there is no denying the undeniable impact he has had on the WWE landscape. Whether one views his dominance with admiration or skepticism, Roman Reigns continues to be a focal point in the ongoing narrative of professional wrestling, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in his storied career. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE SuperShow In Montgomery Results 01/20/24: Winners, Highlights
872 days ago
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WWE SuperShow In Montgomery Results 01/20/24: Winners, Highlights

Here are the full results for the WWE SuperShow in Montgomery which takes place on January 20, 2024, live from Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery, AL. ## The show features, Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, AJ Styles, Becky Lynch, WWE Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, and many more! ## The event starts at 7:30pm Local Time / 8:30pm EST. ## WWE SuperShow In Montgomery Results 01/20/24 ## -AJ Styles defeated Solo Sikoa (w/ Jimmy Uso) ## -Jinder Mahal defeated Ricochet ## -The Creed Brothers (Julius Creed & Brutus Creed) (w/ Ivy Nile) defeated Imperium (Ludwig Kaiser & Giovanni Vinci) ## -Nia Jax defeated Ivy Nile ## -Street Fight: Jey Uso defeated Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champion Damian Priest ## -Omos (w/ MVP) defeated Akira Tozawa ## -Becky Lynch, Michin (Mia Yim) & Shotzi defeated Damage CTRL (WWE Women’s Champion IYO Sky, Asuka & Kairi Sane) ## -Bull Rope Match: Cody Rhodes defeated Shinsuke Nakamura ## GUYS I JUST WENT TO A LIVE SHOW @RheaRipley_WWE Wish you were there πŸ˜”πŸ«ΆπŸ». #WWEMontgomery #WWEliveshow pic.twitter.com/vBFMUbehUn— 🌟 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐒𝐬𝐨𝐧 🌟 (@arcane_ediit) January 21, 2024 ## Here’s some more 😜 #WWEMontgomery pic.twitter.com/FJbj1MuD5j— 🌟 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐒𝐬𝐨𝐧 🌟 (@arcane_ediit) January 21, 2024 ## #WWEMontgomery happy fucking birthday to MEEEEEEE pic.twitter.com/GF8QCjJc2i— kπŸ“. ITS MY BIRTHDAYYYY (@wishyouwererhea) January 21, 2024 ## Hell of a night seeing Main Event Jey Uso @WWEUsos, @CodyRhodes and some more of my favorites right down the road from home tonight #WWEMontgomery pic.twitter.com/fLDCxRKe9Q— Travis πŸ…ΏοΈ (@travisparks24) January 21, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE Elimination Chamber 2024 Start Time In US Revealed
873 days ago
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WWE Elimination Chamber 2024 Start Time In US Revealed

Fans worldwide, concerned about the scheduling of the upcoming WWE event in Perth, will finally receive an update. ## Triple H recently posted a new event poster featuring Rhea Ripley, confirming the show's start time. To catch WWE Elimination Chamber 2024, fans in the United States will need to set their alarms for an early morning viewing. ## The premium live event is scheduled to air at 6 pm Australian Western Standard Time (AWST), translating to 5 am EST and 2 am PST for viewers in the United States. ## The most unforgiving, chaotic and brutal structure in @WWE heads down under for the first time ever…#WWEChamber: Perth emanates live from @OptusStadium on Feb. 24 @peacock @WWENetwork pic.twitter.com/xU4yRg8gEA— Triple H (@TripleH) January 19, 2024 ## What time does Elimination Chamber Perth start in the US? ## The event starts at 5 am EST and 2 am PST for viewers in the United States. The pre-show for Elimination Chamber is likely to be on even earlier, at 4 a.m. ET/1 a.m. PT. The event will be available to livestream on Peacock. ## What time does Elimination Chamber Perth start in the UK? ## For fans in the UK can watch the event at 10 AM and the PPV event will be shown live on BT Sport Box Office. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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CM Punk vs Seth Rollins Reportedly Locked In For WWE WrestleMania 40
873 days ago
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CM Punk vs Seth Rollins Reportedly Locked In For WWE WrestleMania 40

WWE has big things in store for CM Punk at WrestleMania 40, and these plans have been evident to some for quite some time.## Punk's comeback to the company at Survivor Series in November led to significant merchandise sales and sparked more interest in WWE. He's been in a feud with World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins, and both wrestlers have been talking about each other on TV, even sharing a segment on Raw.## CM Punk has already announced his entry into this year's Men's Royal Rumble Match, where he can earn a championship match of his choice at WrestleMania. Many expect him to win, giving him the chance to fulfill his lifelong dream of headlining WrestleMania. ## In the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer confirmed that the plan for WrestleMania is a match between CM Punk and Seth Rollins. Rollins currently doesn't have a match scheduled for the upcoming Royal Rumble event, and even if he did, it's likely he wouldn't be wrestling due to an injury suffered while facing Jinder Mahal on Raw. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Update On Seth Rollins Injury: Thought To Be Bad News For WWE
874 days ago
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Update On Seth Rollins Injury: Thought To Be Bad News For WWE

Last week on Raw, Seth Rollins defended the WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Jinder Mahal, resulting in not only a notable Cagematch rating but also an unfortunate injury to Rollins himself. The severity of the injury remains unknown, leaving the WWE universe in suspense and speculation. ## Wade Keller reported the injury on the PW Torch podcast. While details about the extent of Rollins' injury are scarce, Keller shared some concerning thoughts on the situation. He highlighted that the current mindset within WWE is not optimistic, though the severity remains unconfirmed.## Keller attempted to connect the dots, expressing concern based on the lack of positive updates from those close to the situation. He noted that if Rollins' injury was minor, insiders would likely have shared reassuring news. However, the absence of such comments has fueled speculation about the potential seriousness of the injury.## One intriguing aspect Keller raised is the possibility of WWE incorporating Rollins' injury into a storyline. This tactic is not uncommon in the wrestling world, where real-life events are sometimes integrated into scripted narratives. Alternatively, WWE may be awaiting further test results to provide a definitive update on Rollins' condition. The company could be exercising caution to control the narrative surrounding the injury.## Keller also shared insights from colleagues of Seth Rollins who expressed varying opinions on the situation. Some wrestlers who were around Rollins backstage after RAW voiced concerns, with one stating, "I don't think it's good." Another colleague acknowledged Rollins' toughness but did not rule out the possibility of a more severe injury. ## The timing of Rollins' injury adds an element of uncertainty to WWE's plans for WrestleMania. Losing a key figure like Rollins on the road to the biggest event in professional wrestling could potentially alter the trajectory of storylines and matchups leading up to the grand spectacle. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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PWI’s 2023 Award Winners: Full List
874 days ago
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PWI’s 2023 Award Winners: Full List

The winners of PWI's 2023 Awards, as voted by PWI readers, have been revealed.## According to the list, the current WWE World Heavyweight champion, Seth Rollins, has secured the top spot as the Wrestler of the Year. Meanwhile, the current World Women's Champion, Rhea Ripley, has been named Woman of the Year. ## Cody Rhodes has also earned a spot on the list as the Most Popular Wrestler of the Year. It's noteworthy that some prominent wrestlers did not make it onto the list. ## As evident in the awards, a majority of the accolades have been claimed by WWE wrestlers. Despite the presence of numerous outstanding matches in the wrestling world, voters opted for Rhea Ripley vs. Charlotte Flair at WWE WrestleMania 39 as the Match of the Year. ## Here is the complete list: ## Wrestler of the Year: Seth Rollins ## Woman of the Year: Rhea Ripley## Most Popular Wrestler: Cody Rhodes## Faction of the Year: The Judgment Day## Tag-Team of the Year: FTR## Match of the Year: Rhea Ripley vs. Charlotte Flair## Inspirational: Mark Briscoe## Comeback of the Year: Trinity## Most Improved: LA Knight## Rookie of the Year: Sol Ruca## Indie Wrestler of the Year: Matt Cardona## Feud of the Year: Sami Zayn vs. The Bloodline## Most Hated of the Year: Dominik Mysterio## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE Officially Files To Trademark 'Zena Sterling'
874 days ago
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WWE Officially Files To Trademark 'Zena Sterling'

WWE has formally submitted a trademark application for the name "Zena Sterling," anticipated to be the upcoming ring name for Olena Sadovska, a talented Ukrainian wrestler who secured a WWE contract after a successful tryout camp. ## The trademark request encompasses various entertainment services related to wrestling, including exhibitions, performances, television and radio broadcasting, internet streaming, provision of wrestling news, fan club services, organization of social entertainment events, among others.## At just 19 years old, Olena Sadovska, a former Division 1 swimmer and bodybuilder, is regarded as a promising prospect within WWE. Although she has not yet made her debut on WWE TV, the filing of this trademark implies that her official introduction to WWE programming could be on the horizon. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE Raw Viewership Numbers (1/15/24): Records Decline In Average Viewership
875 days ago
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WWE Raw Viewership Numbers (1/15/24): Records Decline In Average Viewership

According to Wrestlenomics, the viewership for the January 15 episode of WWE Raw was 1.419 million, a drop from the 1.464 million viewers from the previous week.## The show earned a 0.45 rating in the 18 to 49 demographic, slightly higher than the 0.44 rating from the previous week. ## It's worth noting that the January 8 episode of WWE Raw faced competition from the NFL Wildcard game between the Eagles and the Buccaneers. ## Despite the challenges, World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins managed to keep his title against Jinder Mahal. He also successfully thwarted a potential cash-in attempt by Damian Priest. ## Additionally, Drew McIntyre had a confrontation with Cody Rhodes, Becky Lynch faced off against Rhea Ripley, and Akira Tozawa pulled off a surprising upset victory over Ivar. Many more exciting moments unfolded during the event! ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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John Cena Discusses Potential WWE Exit And Future Role As Mentor
875 days ago
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John Cena Discusses Potential WWE Exit And Future Role As Mentor

In a recent interview with PEOPLE, John Cena, the iconic 16-time WWE World Champion, discussed his potential exit from the wrestling ring. At 47, Cena acknowledged the need for an exit strategy and expressed a commitment to giving his all in every performance.## Reflecting on hitting the age of 45, Cena emphasized the importance of closing the chapter on his in-ring career. He is open to collaborating with WWE on determining the best way to bid farewell, be it through a grand final match or a more understated exit.## Looking ahead, Cena expressed a keen interest in becoming a mentor or coach in WWE. With nearly two and a half decades of experience, he sees himself offering valuable insights and perspectives to the next generation of WWE superstars. Cena's visits to the WWE Performance Center underscore his dedication to contributing to the industry beyond his in-ring achievements. ## As the WWE Universe anticipates Cena's next move, the wrestling legend's potential transition into a mentoring role could add a new dimension to his enduring impact on the world of professional wrestling. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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