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Several WWE NXT Talents Set To Be At Tonight's SmackDown Double Taping
845 days ago
WWE News

Several WWE NXT Talents Set To Be At Tonight's SmackDown Double Taping

tonight's show is not only packed with star power like The Rock and Roman Reigns, but also features some intriguing faces from NXT. ## According to the Wrestling Observer, NXT regulars Dante Chen and Javier Bernal will be gracing the ring. These two have been tearing it up on NXT Level Up, and tonight they get a chance to shine on the big stage. ## Making his highly anticipated TV debut is Beau Morris, one half of the electrifying Bayou Boys tag team (alongside Hayden Pittman) who have been turning heads at NXT live events. ## And the NXT momentum doesn't stop there. Tag Team Champion Bron Breakker is also in the house, fueling speculation about a possible jump to the main roster. Plus, whispers abound about Baron Corbin potentially rejoining the big leagues after impressing officials with his teamwork alongside Breakker.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Britt Baker Has Been Training Very Hard For Her Return; Return Intimate
845 days ago
AEW News

Britt Baker Has Been Training Very Hard For Her Return; Return Intimate

Britt Baker has carved out a significant name for herself in the wrestling industry since her debut with AEW.## Baker signed with AEW at the company's inception in 2019, ultimately clinching the AEW Women's World Championship in 2022. Currently, she stands as one of the top stars on the roster, although her status may currently be in limbo due to an injury.## Baker has been sidelined from in-ring action since the September 16 episode of AEW Collision, where she faced Kris Statlander and suffered a defeat in the bid for the TBS Championship. Since then, she has been dealing with a nagging injury.## According to Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Britt Baker has been diligently training for her eventual return. While she has not yet been cleared, indications suggest that it shouldn't be much longer.## Notably, the dentist recently joined forces with Bayley at the Super Bowl last weekend, appearing to be in great spirits. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Post Malone Put Together The Soundtrack For WWE 2K24, All Set To Be A Playable Character In The Game
845 days ago
WWE News

Post Malone Put Together The Soundtrack For WWE 2K24, All Set To Be A Playable Character In The Game

Post Malone is making a major splash in WWE 2K24! ## The Grammy-nominated musician is more than just lending his iconic tunes to the game's soundtrack. He's also stepping into the virtual ring as a playable character, ready to take on all challengers.## This exciting collaboration between WWE and 2K Games marks a first for the franchise, blurring the lines between music and wrestling and amplifying the in-game experience for fans. ## Below check out the full announcement from WWE and 2k; ## MUSIC MEGASTAR POST MALONE CURATES SOUNDTRACK TO WWE 2K24 AND JOINS PLAYABLE ROSTER## Executive Soundtrack Producer will be available for purchase in post-launch DLC pack## Today, 2K announced the WWE 2K24 Soundtrack, curated by music icon Post Malone. An avowed fan of both WWE and the WWE 2K franchise, Post Malone took on the role of Executive Soundtrack Producer and assembled an eclectic collection of songs across a variety of genres including rock, country, rap, electronic music, and pop. In addition to his soundtrack duties, the music megastar will also appear as a playable character in WWE 2K24, and will be available for purchase in a post-launch DLC pack.*## “The secret to a great video game soundtrack is a little something for everyone and for every mood. It gets you excited and it gets you pumped up to play,” said Post Malone. “This has been a total blast. We have a lot of cool ideas, so I’m super excited.”## “Austin’s passion for music is on full display with the artists and songs he chose for WWE 2K24, which accurately reflects the current soundscape of WWE,” said Neil Lawi, Head of Music, WWE. “It’s been so much fun working alongside him to make this all come to life and more so to witness the excitement it brings him. We are just getting started.”## The WWE 2K24 soundtrack features 12 songs, including:## Post Malone - Chemical;## Post Malone - Laugh It Off;## 100 gecs - Hand Crushed By A Mallet;## Busta Rhymes - Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See;## Colter Wall - Motorcycle;## Grimes - Genesis;## Militarie Gun - Do It Faster;## Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs - Big Rig;## Speed - Not That Nice;## Turnstile - Mystery;## Tyler Childers - House Fire;## Yeat - Bëttr 0ff.## Three editions of WWE 2K24 will be available:## The Deluxe Edition will be available digitally worldwide, and physically in the US and select territories, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024*, and will be available physically for the rest of the world on Friday, March 8, 2024;## The Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition will be available - in digital format only - worldwide on Tuesday, March 5, 2024;## The Standard Edition and Standard Cross-Gen Digital Edition will be available worldwide on Friday, March 8, 2024.## Additional information on the WWE 2K24 roster, Superstar ratings, DLC, and more will be shared soon.## For more information on WWE 2K24, visit the game’s official website, become a fan on Facebook, follow the game on TikTok, X, Instagram, and subscribe on Twitch and YouTube. Official campaign hashtags #WWE2K24 and #FinishYourStory.## Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).## *Playable character Post Malone is available via separate purchase of a post-launch DLC pack. Base game required to access DLC content. Online Account (13+) required to access online features. See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for additional details.## **WWE 2K24: Deluxe Edition (Physical) available on March 5, 2024 at select retailers in the US, Canada, UK, Republic of Ireland, Portugal, Spain, Germany, Australia and New Zealand. See local retailer store or site for details. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Report: NXT's Nikkita Lyons Is Injured Again, Just Coming Back From An Injury
845 days ago
AEW News

Report: NXT's Nikkita Lyons Is Injured Again, Just Coming Back From An Injury

Unfortunately, injury woes continue to plague wrestler Nikkita Lyons. Just months after returning from a serious knee injury, she's once again sidelined. ## Lyons began her training in 2018, debuting as "Faith The Lioness" in Women of Wrestling. After impressing in tryouts, she joined WWE in 2021 and quickly made her NXT TV debut.## However, her momentum was halted in January 2023 by a torn ACL and meniscus. After months of rehabilitation, she triumphantly returned to action on December 12th and continued competing in several matches. Yet, her most recent bout on January 9th against Blair Davenport marked another setback.## Wrestling Observer Newsletter's Dave Meltzer confirms Lyons has sustained another injury, though details remain unclear. As always, we extend our sincerest wishes for a full and speedy recovery. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Injury Update On Jeff Hardy's Broken Nose During AEW Rampage Tapings For This Week
845 days ago
AEW News

Injury Update On Jeff Hardy's Broken Nose During AEW Rampage Tapings For This Week

A tense moment unfolded during Wednesday's AEW Rampage taping (aired Friday on TNT). In a No DQ match, veteran wrestler Jeff Hardy collided with Sammy Guevara in a way that caused concern.## During a Shooting Star Press attempt, Hardy received a knee to the head, raising fears of injury.## This incident comes amidst a shift in Hardy's role. Primarily teaming with his brother Matt on Rampage, Jeff has recently taken on more solo matches on the weekly show.## Thankfully, reports from Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter confirm that Hardy escaped with a broken nose but avoided a concussion. Despite the impact, he signaled to the referee that he could continue, and the match concluded as planned.## We extend our best wishes for a speedy recovery to Jeff Hardy. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Return Update: Rey Mysterio Could Be Making A Return To WWE Television Soon
845 days ago
WWE News

Return Update: Rey Mysterio Could Be Making A Return To WWE Television Soon

Masked luchador Rey Mysterio is nearing a comeback to WWE television, potentially within weeks. ## He's been recuperating from a November knee surgery following his title loss to Logan Paul in Saudi Arabia. ## Mysterio was written off SmackDown via a surprise heel turn by Santos Escobar, who attacked him due to perceived favoritism towards Carlito. This storyline is expected to resume upon Mysterio's return.## Wrestling Observer Newsletter's Dave Meltzer reports, "Mysterio's return now looks to be in a few weeks. He initially aimed for late January but is nearly ready."## Rey Mysterio's WWE Championships and accomplishments ## Mysterio has claimed the WWE Championship once, the World Heavyweight Championship twice, the WWE Intercontinental Championship twice, the WWE United States Championship three times, the WWE Cruiserweight Championship three times, and the WWE Tag Team Championship four times.## Additionally, he has won the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship once.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Kevin Patrick Lands New Gig After WWE Exit
845 days ago
WWE News

Kevin Patrick Lands New Gig After WWE Exit

Las Vegas - February 16, 2024 - Former WWE announcer Kevin Patrick (real name Kevin Egan) didn't waste any time finding new pastures after his release last month. ## Patrick, who took the reins as the lead announcer for Monday Night Raw a few years back, was let go as part of a recent shakeup in the WWE announce team. ## Initially, WWE pinned high hopes on Patrick, even partnering him with veteran Michael Cole to mentor him and accelerate his development. ## However, plans changed in January when Cole was pulled from SmackDown, leaving Patrick to prove his mettle on the blue brand. Unfortunately, his stint was short-lived, leading to his release.## No rest for the weary, Patrick quickly snagged a lucrative opportunity with Major League Soccer. He'll be taking the helm as the host of "MLS 360" on Apple TV's MLS Season Pass, joining a talented team including Sacha Kljestan, Kaylyn Kyle, and Bradley Wright-Phillips.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

The Pitched The Heel Turn And The Idea Of The Roman Reigns & The Rock vs. Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins Match For Night One
845 days ago
WWE News

The Pitched The Heel Turn And The Idea Of The Roman Reigns & The Rock vs. Cody Rhodes & Seth Rollins Match For Night One

Pro wrestling fans were left reeling after The Rock's triumphant return took an unexpected turn on SmackDown. Facing criticism for challenging Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40, The Rock swerved expectations, aligning himself with The Tribal Chief instead. This sudden shift set the stage for a potential tag team match pitting the Samoan duo against Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. ## According to wrestling insider Dave Meltzer, the mastermind behind this dramatic pivot was none other than The Rock himself. Meltzer reports in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that the iconic wrestler not only proposed his own heel turn, but also pitched the tag match concept featuring the 2024 Royal Rumble winner and current World Heavyweight Champion.## Meltzer hints at deeper motivations behind the decision, suggesting undisclosed factors influencing the timing. However, he confirms that The Rock advocated for stepping aside from the Reigns match, paving the way for Cody Rhodes' inclusion. Additionally, the idea for the epic tag team main event at WrestleMania 40 stemmed from The Rock's creative vision.## While the official confirmation of the tag match remains pending, both The Rock and Reigns are scheduled to appear on SmackDown tonight. This highly anticipated event is likely to shed further light on whether WrestleMania 40 will witness this historic showdown unfold. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

CM Punk Pokes Fun At WWE's 'Royal Families,' Compares The Rock, Roman Reigns, And Cody Rhodes To The Kardashians
845 days ago
WWE News

CM Punk Pokes Fun At WWE's 'Royal Families,' Compares The Rock, Roman Reigns, And Cody Rhodes To The Kardashians

Former WWE superstar CM Punk, currently sidelined due to a triceps injury, hasn't lost his knack for stirring up controversy and injecting humor into the wrestling world. Recently, Punk took aim at some of WWE's biggest names, drawing parallels between The Rock, Roman Reigns, and Cody Rhodes, and the famous Kardashian family. ## During the WrestleMania XL Kickoff Press Conference, Punk, alongside Michael Cole, Pat McAfee, and Big E, made his presence felt by expressing his desire to witness Cody Rhodes delivering a punch to The Rock's mouth, a comment that certainly raised eyebrows among fans and fellow wrestlers alike. ## Despite his injury, Punk hasn't shied away from the spotlight. Taking to his Instagram story, he shared a series of photos. One featured Cody Rhodes, another showcased The Rock and Roman Reigns, and the final one depicted Khloe Kardashian holding the WWE Golden Title. In a witty comparison, Punk captioned the images, "Wrestling has more than one Royal family." ## This playful jab at wrestling's elite families didn't go unnoticed. Fans took to social media to share their reactions, with many finding Punk's comparison both amusing and thought-provoking. ## Interestingly, Punk's Instagram antics come amidst revelations about his abandoned WWE plans prior to his injury. While details remain scarce, speculation runs rife about what WWE has in store for Punk upon his much-anticipated return to the ring. ## “Wrestling has more than one Royal Family”CM Punk out here being unserious on his IG Stories😂😂 pic.twitter.com/FzNzNnrEfj— Public Enemies Podcast (@TheEnemiesPE3) February 15, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE SmackDown Superstar Shows Off Impressive Body Transformation; Says 2024 Is My Year
845 days ago
WWE News

WWE SmackDown Superstar Shows Off Impressive Body Transformation; Says 2024 Is My Year

WWE veteran Angel Garza, now part of Legado Del Fantasma, recently unveiled the impressive results of his intense fitness regime, showcasing a remarkable body transformation. ## Known for embracing his Latino heritage and dedication to physical excellence, Garza is often considered one of WWE's most aesthetically pleasing Superstars. ## Taking to Twitter, Garza proudly displayed his physique after just one month of focused training, highlighting his visibly developed back and defined lats. In a fiery caption, he declared:## ‘‘4 weeks of HARD WORK, LOT OF EFFORT, and DISCIPLINE 🔥🔥🔥”## ”Nothing’s going to stop me ❤️‍🔥 2024 is MY YEAR 👊” ## Continuing his alliance with Humberto Carrillo and Santos Escobar, Garza remains embroiled in the ongoing rivalry with LWO. As the storyline unfolds, fans eagerly await to see what the future holds for this dynamic faction. ## 4 weeks of HARD WORK, LOT OF EFFORT, and DISCIPLINE 🔥🔥🔥 Nothing’s going to stop me ❤️‍🔥 2024 is MY YEAR 👊 pic.twitter.com/DFidMi1k6e— Angel Garza (@AngelGarzaWwe) February 15, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Health Update On Steve McMichael, Admitted To The ICU This Evening After Hospitalization
845 days ago
WWE News

Health Update On Steve McMichael, Admitted To The ICU This Evening After Hospitalization

Steve "Mongo" McMichael is facing significant health challenges. The wrestling icon has been diagnosed with ALS, and his condition is deteriorating rapidly. Concerns for his well-being are widespread among his global fanbase. Sadly, McMichael was recently hospitalized once more, and he has been admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU). ## McMichael holds a cherished place in the wrestling world as a seasoned veteran and former member of the Four Horsemen. He notably engaged in a feud with Goldberg before departing from the industry in 1999. ## For those unaware, McMichael's recent hospitalization was prompted by suspected pneumonia. Jarrett Payton, son of the legendary Walter Payton and former NFL standout, took to Twitter to offer an update. Payton revealed that McMichael is battling a urinary tract infection and has been transferred to the ICU. ## ”UPDATE ON STEVE MCMICHAEL## Steve is fighting a Urinary Tract Infection. He is on three antibiotics and is being admitted to the ICU this evening. Continued prayers are appreciated for Steve’s speedy recovery. Thank you!” ## ”The McMichael Family and Team Mongo” ## ”8:25 pm February 15 2024” ## Latest update on Mongo. #Bears pic.twitter.com/uepg4pPTDg— Jarrett Payton (@paytonsun) February 16, 2024 ## This isn't McMichael's inaugural stint in the ICU, underscoring the severity of his health struggles. Nonetheless, the wrestling community unites in sending positive thoughts and prayers for McMichael's complete recuperation. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE SmackDown Predictions & Match Card, Jun 7, 2024: Preview, Start Time, Location, Tickets
845 days ago
SmackDown

WWE SmackDown Predictions & Match Card, Jun 7, 2024: Preview, Start Time, Location, Tickets

Here is the full Match Card for this week's Friday Night edition which is scheduled to air on June 7, 2024, at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, KY. ## Friday Night SmackDown currently airs live every Friday on Fox from 8:00 ET–10:00 PM ET in the United States. WWE SmackDown starts live at 1 am in the UK on BT Sport 1 on Saturday mornings. ## WWE SmackDown Time In Australia: It airs live on at 10 am (AEST) on Fox8 ## WWE SmackDown Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am on Sportsnet 360 ## WWE SmackDown Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on Supersport in South Africa on Saturday at 02:00 am CAT ## SmackDown Time In Italy: In Italy, SmackDown airs on DMAX at 2:00 pm with the international version of one-hour shows airing on Cielo in Italian ## WWE SmackDown Time In India: SmackDown airs live on Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 1 in India at 5:30 am ## Tickets Are Available Here!## Confirmed Match Card ## * No Segment And Matches Announced For The Time Being!## Predicted Match Card ## * Coming Soon! ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...