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Cody Rhodes Advertised For Next Week's Episode Of WWE SmackDown Live From Charlotte, NC
859 days ago
WWE News

Cody Rhodes Advertised For Next Week's Episode Of WWE SmackDown Live From Charlotte, NC

Cody Rhodes is being promoted for next week's episode of SmackDown, set to take place in Charlotte, NC. It's important to highlight that a wave of frustration surfaced after WWE persuaded Cody Rhodes to forego challenging Roman Reigns at WrestleMania, replacing him with The Rock instead. ## Cody Rhodes emerged victorious in the 2024 Royal Rumble, making him the rightful contender for Roman Reigns. Rhodes had hinted on multiple occasions that he would likely choose Roman Reigns as his opponent. ## Everything was progressing smoothly until the recent SmackDown episode, where Rhodes disclosed that he would indeed face Roman Reigns, but not at WrestleMania. Instead, he announced The Rock as Roman's opponent. ## Fans are furious after witnessing this significant change, evident from Cody Rhodes' expression when he stepped aside. Previously, reports indicated that The Rock is strongly advocating for a match against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania. ## It's essential to note that WWE has not officially confirmed The Rock vs. Roman Reigns at WrestleMania, but indications suggest that it's on the verge of being finalized. ## Cody Rhodes is advertised for next weeks episode of #SmackDown live from Charlotte, NC. pic.twitter.com/IKJQiwSmxe— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) February 3, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Officially Changes Humberto Carrillo's Name To ‘Berto’
859 days ago
WWE News

WWE Officially Changes Humberto Carrillo's Name To ‘Berto’

WWE has officially changed Humberto Carrillo’s name to ‘Berto.’ ## As seen on WWE's website, Berto now performs on the SmackDown brand. He is currently one-half of Los Lotharios alongside his cousin Angel Garza and a member of Legado Del Fantasma. ## Humberto Carrillo joined WWE in 2018, and in October 2019, he made his main roster debut on the red brand. ## Following a scramble between the Raw and SmackDown brands, he returned to WWE as part of Los Lotharios, appearing as masked men to assist Santos Escobar in defeating Bobby Lashley in the United States Championship #1 Contender Tournament semifinals. This alliance with Escobar marked a significant shift in Carrillo's storyline. ## WWE has officially changed Humberto Carrillo’s name to ‘Berto’. pic.twitter.com/XCgvY7zmBY— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) February 3, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

The Rock Strongly Advocated For The Match At WrestleMania 40
859 days ago
WWE News

The Rock Strongly Advocated For The Match At WrestleMania 40

The highly anticipated dream match between The Rock and Roman Reigns is finally happening at WrestleMania 40! While the bout was originally planned for last year, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's packed schedule prevented him from being competition-ready. This year, however, The Rock actively pushed for the match, and it's official! ## To further fuel fan excitement, The Rock hinted at discussions with "The Head of the Table" Roman Reigns, sending the WWE Universe into a frenzy. However, some fans preferred a post-WrestleMania showdown. But with The Rock's surprise SmackDown confrontation with Reigns after Cody Rhodes stepped down from their scheduled WrestleMania match, things have taken a sharp turn.## According to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer, The Rock actively lobbied for the WrestleMania 40 clash. The initial plan pitted Cody Rhodes against Reigns, with The Rock potentially facing Reigns later, either at the next WrestleMania or in Saudi Arabia. However, injuries to CM Punk and Brock Lesnar forced a reshuffle. ## To capitalize on the buzz surrounding The Rock's return and shift focus away from recent controversies surrounding Vince McMahon, WWE opted for The Rock's suggestion, altering the planned schedule. Originally, Punk was slated to face Seth Rollins, and Cody versus Reigns was set in stone, but Punk's injury threw a wrench in those plans. ## ”‘The Rock pushed super hard for it. The WrestleMania 40 card changed when CM Punk & Brock Lesnar were out and all the dominoes fell. Dwayne already wanted it and they [WWE] felt they now needed it as well. Felt this was better to change the news flow away from Vince.’ ‘Cody was the plan. Dwayne was going to face him [Roman Reigns] later, maybe next year’s Mania, maybe Saudi. The Vince thing ends up worse than they thought and they changed the plan. 100% it was Punk vs Seth and Cody vs Reigns until Punk got hurt.” ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Video: The Rock Addresses The Crowd After WWE SmackDown Goes Off The Air
859 days ago
WWE News

Video: The Rock Addresses The Crowd After WWE SmackDown Goes Off The Air

Rock and Roman Reigns face-off continued after SmackDown went off the air. ## In a WWE SmackDown Exclusive, Moments after SmackDown goes off the air, The Rock and Roman Reigns stare each other down before The Tribal Chief turns his back on The Great One, leaving The Rock to sign off with the WWE Universe. ## "Well, it's become very clear and evident to The Rock that when you want to create something iconic and when you want to create something magical, you come to the magic city. ## This is a city deep in history. And ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, I'm happy to tell you that tonight, all of us, tonight, we made history here in Birmingham, Alabama. Birmingham, I thank you. I love you. If you smell what The Rock is cooking. We are back again. I love you, Birmingham. ## It should be noted that Cody Rhodes revealed that he would not be facing Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns, instead, he introduced The Rock. It's heavily been drafted that The Rock would be facing Reigns at the event. ## ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Roman Reigns vs. The Rock To Headline WWE WrestleMania 40
859 days ago
WWE News

Roman Reigns vs. The Rock To Headline WWE WrestleMania 40

Roman Reigns vs. The Rock is all set to headline WWE WrestleMania 40. ## At Friday's SmackDown, The Rock made a surprise appearance challenging Roman Reigns to a WrestleMania match. Cody Rhodes, the Royal Rumble winner, announced he'd face Reigns but not at WrestleMania.## Instead, he chose Seth Rollins. The Rock, consulted by Rhodes, confronted Reigns, setting up the WrestleMania 40 main event. ## WWE confirmed the match on their website, making Rock vs. Reigns official, while Rhodes now targets Rollins for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania. ## WWE announced a press event on February 8 in Las Vegas, streaming live on Peacock, where Reigns vs. The Rock is likely to be confirmed for WrestleMania 40. Cody Rhodes is now set to challenge Seth Rollins for the World Heavyweight Championship, following a tease on Monday's Raw.## Punk's triceps injury at Royal Rumble prompted a shift from Punk vs. Rollins and Reigns vs. Rhodes to Rock vs. Reigns and Rhodes vs. Rollins as the potential WrestleMania title programs. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

AEW Collision Results, February 3, 2024: Highlights, Commentary, Live Update, Winners
859 days ago
AEW Collision

AEW Collision Results, February 3, 2024: Highlights, Commentary, Live Update, Winners

Here is the live coverage for this week's edition of AEW Collision which is set to take place on February 3, 2024, at the Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, TX. ## AEW Collision broadcasts on TNT in the United States, TSN+ in Canada, FITE in England and Australia, and Eurosport in India. The broadcast time is 8:00 PM ET in the United States and Canada, 1:00 AM BST in England, 10:00 AM AEST in Australia, and 6:30 AM IST in India.## To watch AEW Collision on FITE, you will need to subscribe to AEW Plus. A subscription can be purchased on the FITE website or mobile app.## AEW Collision Results, February 3, 2024 ## Eddie Kingston vs. Bryan Keith in a Continental Crown Proving Grounds match ## In a heated match, Eddie Kingston faced off against Bryan Keith with the crowd rallying behind them. Action spilled outside, with Keith slamming Kingston into the barricade. Inside the ring, Kingston executed an Exploder suplex, but Keith countered with a devastating suplex of his own.## The match intensified with near falls and powerful moves, but Kingston ultimately secured the win with a decisive spinning backfist, pinning Keith. ## WINNER: Eddie Kingston ## After Eddie Kingston's win, Tony Schiavone entered the ring, but Kingston directed him to interview Bryan Keith. Surprisingly, Schiavone announced Keith joining AEW, confirmed by a graphic. Bryan Danielson appeared, raising Keith's hand, setting the stage for Danielson's upcoming match. In a post-Dynamite promo, Jon Moxley criticized the four CMLL individuals who ambushed him during the show. ## Singles Match: Bryan Danielson vs. Hechicero ## Hechicero impressed Nigel McGuinness with his technical prowess, trapping Daniel Bryan in a tight chokehold. During Dynamite, Hechicero showcased his skills, countering Bryan's moves. Bryan eventually secured a resilient victory with a pin after a back-and-forth battle. ## WINNER: Bryan Danielson ## Hechicero attacked Bryan post-match, but Claudio Castagnoli made the save. FTR and Daniel Garcia discussed their future as a trios team, expressing unity and readiness for upcoming challenges in a backstage interview. ## Hook vs. The Outrunners ## HOOK requested a handicap match against The Outrunners. The ring announcer struggled with their names. The Outrunners initially dominated, but HOOK quickly turned the tide with relentless aggression. He executed a series of punishing moves, finishing with his deadly submission hold, the redrum, for a quick and decisive victory. ## WINNER: Hook via Submission ## Tony Schiavone welcomed Mark Briscoe for an interview, where Briscoe discussed his recent involvement in aiding FTR and Daniel Garcia. Suddenly, the House of Black interrupted, with Malakai Black teasing a mysterious plan for Briscoe.## Lights went out, and upon return, Malakai continued taunting, vowing to erase Briscoe from wrestling. A video package followed, teasing The Cope Open and Adam Copeland's quest for the TNT Championship, promising to hear from Copeland in the coming week. ## Singles Match: Serena Deeb vs. Queen Aminata ## Aminata used her leg strength for a snap suplex before a commercial break. Deeb, post-break, countered with a lariat and dominated with a forearm and neckbreaker. Aminata retaliated with a headbutt but fell victim to a figure four leglock using the ring post. Deeb transitioned to the Serenity Lock, making Aminata tap out for the win. ## WINNER: Serena Deeb ## Tony Schiavone welcomed Swerve Strickland, the number one contender for the AEW World Title, to discuss his match against Hangman Page. Swerve, acknowledging Black History Month, expressed gratitude to wrestling pioneers. ## He confidently stated his intention to defeat Hangman and become a champion. Swerve emphasized his past victories against Hangman and ruled out interference from the Mogul Embassy. In another segment, Toni Storm delivered a promo, ready for a public workout and gearing up for her confrontation with Deonna Purrazzo. ## Singles Match: Red Velvet vs. Vertvixen ## Red Velvet dominated with a backstabber and her "Stir It Up" spin kick, securing a quick victory. Now, she advances to a title eliminator against Toni Storm on next week's Dynamite. ## WINNER: Red Velvet ## Daniel Garcia and “FTR” Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler vs. “The Patriarchy” Christian Cage, Killswitch, and Nick Wayne (w/Shayna Wayne) ## Christian Cage, Killswitch, and the Wayne siblings faced off against FTR and Daniel Garcia. In a chaotic match, Garcia nearly secured a win with a brainbuster, but Nick Wayne fought back. After a series of close calls, Garcia rolled up Nick Wayne for the pinfall victory, securing the win for his team. ## WINNER: Daniel Garcia and “FTR” Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler ## Post-match, Daniel Garcia had a tense stare-down with TNT Champion Christian Cage, hinting at a potential climb in the rankings for a title shot. The show concluded on an exciting note. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

The Rock Returns To WWE On 2/2 WWE SmackDown, Goes Face To Face With Roman Reigns
859 days ago
WWE News

The Rock Returns To WWE On 2/2 WWE SmackDown, Goes Face To Face With Roman Reigns

Hollywood megastar, The Rock, has made a comeback to SmackDown.## The electrifying return took place during the main event segment, featuring Roman Reigns and the 2024 Royal Rumble winner, Cody Rhodes. Cody revealed his intention to challenge Reigns for the title, but not at WrestleMania, introducing The Rock to the WWE Universe.## The Rock casually entered the ring, embracing Rhodes and straightforwardly instructing him to step aside. The crowd erupted into chants as the show concluded, with both men locking eyes in a tense stare-down.## Later, it was revealed that a press event for WrestleMania 40 will take place in Las Vegas next Thursday as Rock & Reigns go face-to-face.## The Rock vs. Roman Reigns has been a long-standing idea for WWE, but complications arose after Rhodes won the 2024 Royal Rumble match, seemingly positioning Roman Reigns as his formidable opponent at WrestleMania 40.## For the time being, it remains unclear who will face Roman Reigns at WrestleMania. ## "Or is finishing the story taking EVERYTHING from you?"That caught @WWERomanReigns' attention real quick 😳@CodyRhodes @HeymanHustle #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/KGTRaHRhG2— WWE (@WWE) February 3, 2024 ## NO. WAY.@TheRock is here on #SmackDown!!!! pic.twitter.com/AbES50dO43— WWE (@WWE) February 3, 2024 ## Goosebumps.#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/FoXPnDoyAx— WWE (@WWE) February 3, 2024 ## THIS. IS. SURREAL. @TheRock and @WWERomanReigns in the same ring on #SmackDown! pic.twitter.com/Rb9KA6Pbs1— WWE (@WWE) February 3, 2024 ## Speechless. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/CaPqFszmvV— WWE (@WWE) February 3, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

New Segments Set For 2/9/24 WWE SmackDown, Updated Lineup
859 days ago
WWE News

New Segments Set For 2/9/24 WWE SmackDown, Updated Lineup

Two segments are confirmed for the upcoming Friday Night SmackDown. ## During the February 2 episode, Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate secured a victory in a Tag Team Qualifier match against Kit Wilson and Elton Prince, Angel Garza and Humberto Carrillo (accompanied by Elektra Lopez), and Joaquin Wilde and Cruz del Toro (with Zelina Vega). ## In the following week's episode, Bate & Dunne are set to face another team, determining who will advance to Elimination Chamber. Additionally, Nick Aldis is scheduled to announce Logan Paul's next challenger. ## Next week's edition of SmackDown will be tapped live at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Pete Dunne And Tyler Bate Win The Qualifier Match For The Tag Titles On 2/2 WWE SmackDown
859 days ago
WWE News

Pete Dunne And Tyler Bate Win The Qualifier Match For The Tag Titles On 2/2 WWE SmackDown

Tyler Bate & Pete Dunne have moved one step closer to challenging the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions at WWE Elimination Chamber 2024. ## During the February 2 episode of Friday Night SmackDown, WWE organized a Tag Team Title Qualifier Match, where Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate secured a victory over Kit Wilson and Elton Prince, Angel Garza and Humberto Carrillo (accompanied by Elektra Lopez), and Joaquin Wilde and Cruz del Toro (with Zelina Vega). ## The match proceeded smoothly, with Bate & Dunne executing a double underhook bomb on Kit Wilson to conclude the bout. With this win, they advance to face the victors of a four-way tag team clash on Monday's WWE Raw. ## The triumphant team will then challenge Judgment Day (Damian Priest & Finn Balor) for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships at WWE Elimination Chamber. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Bayley Pick Iyo Sky, Set To Challenge Her At WWE WrestleMania 40
859 days ago
WWE News

Bayley Pick Iyo Sky, Set To Challenge Her At WWE WrestleMania 40

Tonight on SmackDown, it was revealed that the 2024 Royal Rumble winner Bayley will challenge Iyo Sky for the Women's Championship at WrestleMania 40. ## In the ring, Adam Pearce and Nick Aldis awaited Bayley's entrance, and she arrived with Iyo Sky, Asuka, and Kairi Sane, though Dakota Kai was notably absent. ## Bayley acknowledged her past achievements but emphasized the newfound importance of her family with Iyo, Kairi, and Asuka. Shifting the focus to past WrestleManias, she singled out Rhea Ripley as the challenge she sought. ## However, Bayley felt betrayed by her friends, accusing them of talking behind her back. Asuka and Kairi attacked Bayley, prompting her to retaliate with a lead pipe, holding her ground against Iyo.## Iyo chose to exit the ring, and Bayley announced that she would face Iyo at WrestleMania.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Naomi And Tiffany Stratton Signs With WWE SmackDown
859 days ago
WWE News

Naomi And Tiffany Stratton Signs With WWE SmackDown

Naomi exited Nick Aldis' office with her SmackDown contract, and the celebration ensued as Bianca Belair, Shotzi, and Mia Yim joined her in jubilation. ## However, the mood took an unexpected turn when Tiffany Stratton made her presence known. Stepping into the spotlight, Tiffany declared that she, too, was on SmackDown.## The celebratory atmosphere quickly shifted as she abruptly struck Mia with the contract in a surprising and aggressive gesture. Tiffany will be seen in a singles action tonight on SmackDown. ## On May 16, 2022, during an episode of Raw, Naomi and Sasha Banks abruptly departed the event due to creative disagreements following a discussion with CEO Vince McMahon. This departure marked a hiatus of nearly two years for Naomi within the company. ## However, her absence ended triumphantly on January 27, 2024, as she made a stunning return to WWE at the Royal Rumble pay-per-view under her former ring name. Entering the women's Royal Rumble match as the second participant, Naomi delivered an impressive performance, lasting a remarkable one hour and two minutes before being eliminated by Jade Cargill. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Is Telling Talent That Vince McMahons Won't Be Back
859 days ago
WWE News

WWE Is Telling Talent That Vince McMahons Won't Be Back

In the wake of allegations against former CEO Vince McMahon, WWE has strived to maintain a positive public image, both internally and externally. However, recent developments highlight the ongoing legal and reputational challenges the company faces. ## Following a lawsuit implicating McMahon in a sex trafficking and abuse scandal, he stepped down from all roles within TKO, including Executive Chairman and Board member. Worryingly, prosecutors in New York have reportedly launched an investigation, contacting women who previously accused McMahon. ## This turmoil was evident during the WWE Royal Rumble post-event press conference. When questioned about the lawsuit, Triple H, facing criticism for his response, diverted attention to newsworthy events like the Netflix deal and the Rumble itself.## He emphasized focusing on the positive and admitted not having read the lawsuit. Notably, talent received prior instructions to avoid media discussions about the allegations, though Natalya and Nia Jax defied those directives. ## Dave Meltzer, in the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, reports that WWE is informing talent that McMahon won't be returning, directly addressing inquiries regarding the lawsuit.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...