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Monday Night Raw saw a slight increase in viewership and demo rating this week, likely fueled by the electrifying return of The Rock and the highly anticipated comeback of CM Punk.## Wrestlenomics reports that Raw averaged 1.729 million viewers, up from 1.687 million viewers the previous week. The show also saw a bump in the key 18-49 demographic, scoring a 0.57 rating compared to 0.55 the week before. This strong performance landed Raw at #2 in the 18-49 demographic, trailing only the NCAA women's basketball game.## The Rock's surprise appearance was a major highlight of the night. He confronted Cody Rhodes and ended the show with a brutal beatdown, leaving fans eager for the next chapter in their rivalry.## CM Punk's long-awaited return to WWE programming also drew significant interest. His promo segment with Drew McIntyre and Seth Rollins garnered the highest quarter-hour rating of the night, averaging a whopping 2.20 million viewers and a 0.71 rating in the 18-49 demographic. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Even though Alexa Bliss is currently MIA (missing in action) from WWE, her fans are still buzzing about her and eagerly await her comeback. ## The WWE Superstar disappeared from our screens after the Royal Rumble in January 2023. Back then, the expectation was that she'd return eventually, teaming up again with the mysterious Bray Wyatt and his creepy persona, Uncle Howdy. ## Those plans, however, fizzled out when Wyatt himself got pulled from TV due to heart problems in March, and Bliss found out she was pregnant. Tragically, Wyatt later passed away that year from a heart attack. ## Bliss and her husband, Ryan Cabrera, became parents to a baby girl, Hendrix Rouge Cabrera. Since then, the former WWE Women's Champion has been embracing motherhood while also getting back in shape for her in-ring return. ## Recently, Bliss responded to a fan who shared a clip of a particularly intense exchange of blows between her and IYO SKY during a match. ## not alexa and iyo almost throwing hands? 😭pic.twitter.com/EoZVrxhcm8— t ☆ (@thebujee) March 25, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Drew McIntyre addressed his heated exchange with CM Punk on last night's Raw in Chicago.## It was their first encounter since the Raw after the Royal Rumble, and things got intense. The segment concluded with Punk becoming the commentator for McIntyre's WrestleMania title match against Seth Rollins.## After the show, McIntyre shared a clip on Twitter where he mocked Punk's injured arm, captioning it: "Try not to injure yourself putting on the headset Phil."## The closing moments of Raw saw Rollins and McIntyre get involved in a brawl with the Bloodline, leading to the main event angle between Cody Rhodes and The Rock. Punk also commented on the possibility of a future feud with The Rock. You can check out the full comment HERE!. ## Try not to injure yourself putting on the headset Phil pic.twitter.com/BhGmyfCuUN— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) March 26, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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The Viking Raiders' Ivar missed his scheduled match on Raw against Andrade but should return to the ring shortly. ## Ivar was advertised for the match but was pulled due to medical reasons according to Raw General Manager Adam Pearce. Imperium's Giovanni Vinci replaced Ivar.## Sources say Ivar is alright and will be back in action soon. The reason for him being pulled is unrevealed.## This is positive news as Ivar has been thriving as a singles competitor. With tag partner Erik out injured, WWE has kept Ivar on TV and given him matches. This differs from WWE's past where both tag team members would be pulled if one is injured.## Ivar's performance in a "Viking Rules" match against Kofi Kingston last year was well-received by WWE officials. His willingness to compete without Erik has WWE considering using him as a singles star in the future.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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CM Punk weighed in on The Rock's recent WWE return and the possibility of a renewed rivalry. ## While injured, Punk appeared on Raw this week in Chicago. The Rock also appeared, confronting Cody Rhodes before a brutal attack. Fans, especially Punk's hometown crowd, buzzed about a potential Punk-Rock feud.## In a WWE interview, Punk spoke frankly about The Rock's return and lack of mention. He acknowledged he'll likely face everyone eventually, then said: ## "I'm glad. I'm glad Rock's back. It makes sense. Good to see he knows his place and stayed quiet. This is a new era in WWE, anything goes. I'll face everyone sooner or later."## This comes after The Rock defeated Punk at the 2013 Royal Rumble, ending Punk's 434-day championship reign. The Rock won their rematch at Elimination Chamber that same year.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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CM Punk's role at WrestleMania 40 was revealed on a dramatic Raw featuring Drew McIntyre and Seth Rollins. ## Punk addressed the Chicago crowd, then targeted McIntyre. A tense exchange ensued, with Punk trying to lure McIntyre into the ring. Instead, McIntyre perched on the commentary table, suggesting Punk use his "gift of gab" there for his WrestleMania match against Rollins.## Rollins entered the fray, calling both Punk and McIntyre immature. He deferred to a Chicago poll on whether Punk should be a commentator. Though fans chanted for a referee role (rejected by Rollins due to Punk's injured arm), Punk proved he could count with his other arm.## Rollins ultimately said he didn't care about Punk's WrestleMania role. However, Punk himself confirmed he'd be on commentary. He demanded his music as he left the ring.## The drama wasn't over. McIntyre, wanting the last word, entered the ring to confront Punk. But Rollins surprised everyone with a brutal kick to McIntyre's face. The segment ended with Rollins standing tall over a fallen McIntyre, leaving Punk on the ramp as their rivalry continues despite his absence from the ring. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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The closing segment of last night's Raw saw The Rock deliver a vicious beatdown on Cody Rhodes, leaving him bloodied and battered in the Chicago rain.## While the brawl included intense violence and blood, it was surprisingly the trash can shots that got censored on YouTube.## WWE's official channel uploaded the segment, but muted out The Rock's swearing and froze the frame whenever a trash can connected with Rhodes. This is despite the overall brutality of the scene, which included blood on both wrestlers and a bloody "Mama Rhodes" weight belt.## The censorship has some fans scratching their heads. With WrestleMania just around the corner, the segment was designed to raise the stakes for their upcoming match. And while the use of blood is uncommon in WWE today, the trash can shots seem like a much tamer element.## Despite the censorship, the video has already racked up nearly 250,000 views in just a few hours. It was a hot way to end a strong episode of Raw, successfully building anticipation for WrestleMania XL. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Here is the live coverage of WWE NXT which is scheduled to air live on March 26, 2024, from Capital Wrestling Center with a full action-packed match card. ## Make sure you follow us on social so that you can come to know about momentary announcements and the latest results of WWE NXT and others. WWE NXT is broadcasted on USA Network [8 PM ET on Tuesday ] [You can watch WWE NXT live at 5:30 in India on Sony Ten 1/1HD/3/3HD every Wednesday morning].## WWE NXT Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am EDT on Sportsnet 360 ## WWE NXT Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on SuperSport Variety 3 in South Africa on Thursdays at 02:00 am CAT## NXT Time In Italy: In Italy, NXT airs live on Dplay 2:00 pm ## WWE NXT Results March 26, 2024 & Winners ## Singles Match: Dijak vs Shawn Spears ## The match begins with Dijak overpowering Spears, driving him into the corner. Spears retaliates with a side headlock, but Dijak quickly counters with a devastating clothesline, sending Spears crashing to the floor outside the ring. ## Spears executes a daring dive over the ropes, while Dijak counters with a flip dive of his own. Dijak dominates with a backbreaker and a close two-count. Spears fights back with a swinging neckbreaker and some underhanded tactics, including raking Dijak's eyes with his bootlaces.## The momentum shifts as Dijak blocks an Irish whip and connects with a headbutt. He attempts a moonsault but is caught by Spears, who delivers a powerful German Suplex. Spears continues his offensive with a running knee that sends Dijak reeling out of the ring.## Outside the ring, the action gets even more brutal. Thanks to Joe Gacy's intervention, Spears uses a hidden chair to strike Dijak. Spears maintains control, targeting Dijak's midsection with repeated kicks and a crossface submission attempt. Despite the punishment, Dijak rallies back with chops and forearms. ## Dijak lands a heavy punch, sending Spears sprawling. Spears retaliates with a flurry of punches before retreating to the turnbuckles. He attempts a superplex, but Dijak counters. A brutal forearm exchange knocks both men to the mat. They rise, trading punches with Dijak gaining the upper hand with forearms. A flying clothesline from Dijak floors Spears. He unloads chops in the corner before executing a release suplex. Dijak readies for the chokebreaker, but Spears wriggles free. He blocks a superkick and Spears counters with a near-fall victory roll.## A superkick from Spears is answered by Dijak's devastating cyclone kick, another near-fall. Dijak sets up Feast Your Eyes, but Spears disrupts with elbows. Spears hoists Dijak for a Death Valley Driver, but Dijak escapes. Spears counters Feast Your Eyes again, slamming Dijak to the mat. In a desperate move, Dijak drops Spears throat-first on the top rope from the apron. He attempts a springboard elbow drop but misses as Spears dodges. Spears searches for his signature chair, only to find it missing. Confusion clouds his face. He swings for a double sledge, but Dijak catches him and connects with a high-impact High Justice for a near-fall. Dijak blocks another superkick, lands his own, and hoists a dazed Spears for Feast Your Eyes, securing the pin for the victory. ## WINNER: Dijak ## Incensed after the match, Gacy wields Spears' chair atop the commentary table.## A hardened Perez reflects on her wide-eyed arrival last year, disgusted by that naivety. She craved universal approval, calling herself foolish for chasing photos with established stars. That wide-eyed girl is gone.## Her former idols offered nothing. Now, she's her own hero. Hailed as NXT's future, she envisioned ushering in a new era. Each big show was a stepping stone, but ultimately, she was cast aside, stripped of her championship. Survival demands self-interest.## Gacy earned a title shot for simply being himself, for bending the rules. Perez feels nothing for her opponent, Lyra - indifference reigns. Lyra merely holds the title that rightfully belongs to Perez.## At Stand and Deliver, the gold will be reclaimed. It will be back in its rightful hands. ## Thea Hail (with Andre Chase, Duke Hudson, and Riley Osborne) vs Jazmyn Nyx (with Jacy Jayne) ## Thea pummels Nyx with forearms and an arm wringer. Nyx retaliates with a kick, but Thea counters with a running uppercut and a powerful exploder suplex. Jacy disrupts the ref, allowing Nyx to reverse another exploder attempt with a pinning combo for a near fall. Nyx maintains control with kicks, trapping Thea in the corner for a back elbow and another near fall. She transitions to a wrist lock, cinching in a punishing armbar and chinbar combo.## Thea fights back with punches, but Nyx counters with an Irish whip. A back elbow and kick from Thea create an opening, followed by a swinging neckbreaker. Nyx counters with a Pele Kick for a near fall, then applies a Lotus Lock submission. Jacy attempts to interfere by tossing Andre's towel into the ring, but Riley intercepts it and gets ejected. ## Thea powers out of the submission for another near fall. Jacy yells at Thea from the apron, claiming friendship. Thea, enraged by the betrayal, confronts Jacy. Nyx seizes the moment with a rollup, but Thea reverses into a kimura, forcing Nyx to tap out. ## WINNER: Thea Hail ## Jacy's treachery continues after the bell. She assaults Thea, who is then overwhelmed by a triple attack from Izzi and Kiana. Jacy rains kicks on Thea while the others restrain her.## Fallon Henley and Kelani Jordan arrive to even the odds, taking down Izzi and Kiana. A clothesline from each sends Izzi flying over the top rope. A tug-of-war erupts for Jacy, but Izzi and Kiana manage to drag her to safety. ## Trick reflects on his journey with Carmelo, feeling their bond was special since NXT. However, others suggest Trick needs to step out of Melo's shadow. Hayes confronts Trick, realizing Melo's true potential. Trick's time might be up as Melo rises. Meanwhile, Lola Vice issues an open challenge, setting the stage for action. Later, Maxxine motivates Tozawa and Otis for their upcoming match, gearing up for Stand and Deliver. ## Singles Match: Lola Vice vs Natalya ## Lola launches into the match with a flying double leg takedown, pummeling Nattie with punches before the official even signals the bell. The enraged Nattie slams Lola into the turnbuckles, forcing her to scramble outside the ring. Nattie pursues relentlessly, but Lola remains elusive, retreating further each time. Frustration mounting, Nattie throws Lola into the ring apron and rains down forearms on her back. Lola retaliates with a flurry of punches, culminating in a thunderous roundhouse kick to Nattie's temple. ## Commercial Break ## Following the break, Lola attempts to control the pace with an abdominal stretch, but the wily Nattie wriggles free. She retaliates with a sharp kick and a brutal back elbow, then unleashes a barrage of punches. The referee steps in to prevent a corner attack, and Nattie expertly blocks a Lola kick before sending her crashing to the mat. Capitalizing on the momentum, Nattie delivers a punishing dropkick for a near fall. ## Lola demonstrates impressive technical prowess, countering a Sharpshooter attempt with a swift ankle lock, squeezing the trapped leg with a grapevine hold. However, Nattie manages to reach the ropes, forcing a break. Lola displays impressive strength by hoisting Nattie onto her shoulders, but the veteran wrestler battles back to her feet. Lola executes a La Magistral submission, but Nattie fights out, securing a near fall of her own. Lola stays aggressive, landing a thunderous back fist that nearly steals the victory. ## Suddenly, the crowd erupts as Karmen Petrovic appears ringside, her cheers clearly intended to bolster Nattie's spirit. Lola seems unfazed, exchanging heated words with Karmen before tauntingly shaking her hips. This momentary lapse in focus proves costly as Lola misses a back fist, leaving herself wide open for Nattie's devastating discus clothesline.## Despite the blow, Lola exhibits remarkable resilience, kicking Nattie away and attempting a surprise rollup for a near fall. Nattie counters with a vicious cross armbreaker, but Lola showcases her fighting spirit, blocking the maneuver and nearly stealing the win with another rollup. Lola unleashes a spinning back heel kick, narrowly missing a follow-up roundhouse. In a desperate attempt to regain control, Nattie applies a rollup, securing the pinfall victory. ## WINNER: Natalya ## Shawn Spears, standing in the infamous "Most Dangerous Parking Lot in Sports Entertainment," declares that Samoa Joe, previously not a concern, is now firmly on his radar.## Suddenly, Joe emerges from the rooftop and tosses a chair down to Spears. However, the chair goes astray, landing at the feet of the unsuspecting Obari Femi.## We cut to a shot of Channing Lorenzo preparing for his upcoming match.## As we head to commercial, Ilja Dragunov enters the backstage area. ## Sol Ruca reflects on the fleeting nature of success, comparing it to a powerful wave that can quickly turn destructive. She blames Blair Davenport for mirroring this experience - Davenport's attack last year tore her ACL and sidelined her for months. Sol acknowledges the hardship of rehab but emphasizes her triumphant return. She declares next week's match is more than competition; it represents every agonizing day spent unable to walk or straighten her leg, every grueling session on the trainer's table. Next week, she vows to claim Blair's soul. ## Blair Davenport, interviewed alongside Kelly Kincaid, expresses frustration with Sol's persistent presence. Dismissing Sol's potential for vindication, Blair mocks her reliance on social media (referencing TikTok) for support. She expresses morbid curiosity about the quality of Sol's ACL reconstruction, hinting at another injury coming her way after their brutal encounter next week. ## Non-Title Match: Channing Lorenzo (with Adriana Rizzo) vs Ilja Dragunov ## The match kicks off with Ilja countering a suplex attempt, locking in a wrist control followed by a forearm strike. Grappling for control, Ilja cinches a waist lock, but Channing uses the ropes to break free. He responds with a swift dropkick. Channing peppers Ilja with punches and a clothesline. Ilja counters with a headbutt and brutal chops. A dodged enzuigiri by Channing sets him up for a flying corkscrew uppercut that sends Ilja reeling into the turnbuckles. Climbing the turnbuckles, Channing delivers a powerful bomb. Ilja attempts his signature H-Bomb, but Channing disrupts with a well-timed boot. Ilja retaliates by stomping Channing's hand, rendering his fingers useless. Defying the pain, Ilja headbutts and chops relentlessly.## Channing counters with a brutal tornado DDT, nearly pinning Ilja. He maintains control with a wrist lock. Cut to the locker room, where Tony and Luca, sharply dressed in suits, watch the intense match unfold on a monitor.## Punches rain down on Ilja's head and injured hand from Channing. A knee drop further weakens the hand. Charging forward, Channing meets Ilja's forearm and a devastating back fist. Ilja leaps for a knee strike, followed by a swift enzuigiri to the back of Channing's head, sending him crashing into the ropes. Ilja capitalizes with a German suplex, then a powerful bomb. Seizing the opportunity, Ilja executes his finishing maneuver, the Torpedo Moscow, for the pin and the victory. ## WINNER: Ilja Dragunov ## Luca asks Tony if it's okay for him to go out there. Tony tells Luca to find Ilja and invite him to dinner next week for a special occasion.## In the next scene, Trick is back in Philadelphia and runs into some friends. He introduces them to his Uncle James, who he stayed with in Philly. Trick says his uncle will be at Stand and Deliver and that Philly is a special place to him. Trick says he thought Melo was like a brother to him.## Booker says Trick knows what it's about getting knocked down and getting back up to fight. Trick says a real brother wouldn't do what Melo did.## Punk says betrayal by a brother hurts the most. Booker says Trick will come back stronger and faster. Punk says when something terrible happens to you, you worry about turning into the bad guy yourself. The scene ends with Trick running up the steps of the Art Museum, saying he's coming for Melo.## We come back from commercial and see Bron Breakker in the locker room. Baron comes in and comments on Bron's tan, suggesting he uses tanning beds instead of going outside. Bron says he knows the difference. Luke and Karl arrive and ask if they're interrupting. They request a traditional tag match at Stand and Deliver. They tell Baron and Bron that if they lose, the match becomes a triple threat and they'll be left on the sidelines while Luke and Karl win. Baron says it will be a one-on-one match.## Ridge Holland is in the ring and says it's very hard for him to say what he has to say. He thanks the people who gave him a chance in wrestling and acknowledges the comments and messages he's seen about his performance. He says he's tired of letting wrestling affect his home life and that he's had tough conversations with his family and with himself. Ridge says wrestling requires physical strength and that he's decided to step away from in-ring competition to protect his health and his family. He thanks NXT for letting him return and apologizes that it didn't work out. Ridge exits the ring. ## Lyra is in a promo, saying there are right and wrong paths. She says becoming champion changes everything and that the title has a power that can corrupt. She accuses Roxanne of taking the easy way out and says she deserves to keep the title and keep it away from Roxanne. ## Singles Match: Duke Hudson vs Josh Briggs ## Josh and Duke grapple. Josh pushes Duke after he avoids a shoulder tackle. Josh punches Duke in the corner and rams him into the turnbuckles. Josh talks trash to Dijak while elbowing Duke. Josh tries to whip Duke but Duke flips him with a uranage slam in the corner. Duke takes down Josh with a head scissors and whips him into the ropes before following up with a side slam for a two count. Josh tackles Duke but Duke flips over and hits a German suplex. Josh escapes to the outside before Duke can lock in a front face lock.## We come back from commercial to see Duke punching Josh. Josh counters with a side slam and a splash for a two count. Josh whips Duke into the corner and tries to put him on the turnbuckles but Duke fights back with forearms. Josh kicks the ropes to crotch Duke while he's on the top turnbuckle. Josh climbs up and hits a superplex but both men are hurt. Duke avoids a splash and starts throwing forearms and clotheslines at Josh. Duke hits a series of jabs, a U-elbow, and a back senton for a two count. He runs into a boot from Josh but comes back with a Bossman slam for another near fall. Josh counters with a boot and a belly-to-back suplex. He climbs the turnbuckles with Dijak cheering him on but Duke cuts him off and hits a powerbomb. ## Duke tries to whip Josh into the corner, but Josh throws a clothesline to stop him. Josh then hits a lariat on Duke and pins him for the win. ## WINNER: Josh Briggs ## At Stand and Deliver, Oba Femi introduces a Triple Threat Match for the North American Title, declaring himself the insurmountable mountain. Meanwhile, in Prime Target, competitors like Punk, Gargano, Randy, Ciampa, Cody Rhodes, and Hayes weigh in on the stakes, emphasizing the intensity of the impending clash. Trick and Carmelo will face off in the upcoming week. ## Otis and Akira Tozawa (with Maxxine Dupri) vs Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker ## Tozawa starts strong with strikes and a head scissors on Baron. Otis then takes over, overpowering Bron with a side headlock, clothesline, and a splash. Tozawa continues the momentum with a missile dropkick sending Baron flying outside.## The match turns into a back-and-forth battle. Otis headbutts Bron and nearly pins him, while Tozawa lands kicks on Baron. However, Baron counters Tozawa's offense with a powerful slam. Bron and Baron then focus on isolating Tozawa, hitting him with punches, a suplex, and keeping him away from making the tag.## The tide turns when Tozawa manages to tag in Otis. The powerhouse goes on a rampage, dominating Baron with shoulder tackles, splashes, and even his signature Caterpillar move. Both teams have near falls after big moves, showcasing the intensity of the competition. Tozawa even lands a Shining Wizard on Baron.## In a brutal finishing sequence, Bron and Baron take out Otis with a devastating double powerbomb through the announce table. Despite Tozawa's valiant effort, including a superkick to Baron, Bron ultimately secures the victory with a spear, retaining the NXT Tag Titles for himself and Baron Corbin. ## WINNER: Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey has shed light on her departure from WWE following SummerSlam 2023. Rousey, who enjoyed a successful two-part stint in the wrestling giant, captured both the Raw and SmackDown Women's Championships and even headlined WrestleMania 35. ## In a recent interview with Rick Ucchino of Cageside Seats, Rousey opened up about the frustrations that plagued her second WWE run, revealing a candid conversation with Triple H before her exit. ## "There was a lot of frustration and anxiety," Rousey admitted. "I had a long talk with Triple H, and I was just honest. I told him, 'I can't be associated with mediocrity.' That's what they seemed to be happy with at the time." ## While unsure if things have changed under new leadership, Rousey expressed her hope for a shift. The interview also revealed Rousey's admiration for Triple H, particularly regarding his support for female wrestlers. "He's been great for the women," Rousey said. "He's the reason I went there in the first place.## He truly believed in me. Looking back, I really wish my entire last run was under Triple H with Vince out of the picture." ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk....

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The hunt for the next generation of WWE legends is on! A new trailer has dropped for the upcoming docuseries "WWE Next Gen," premiering April 1st on the Roku Channel.## This series appears to be WWE's answer to the long-defunct "Tough Enough," offering a glimpse into the grueling journey hopefuls endure to become WWE Superstars.## Executive Producer John Cena shared the trailer on Twitter, promising a "never-before-seen look" at the aspiring athletes' struggles and dreams. The trailer itself features these men and women, showcasing their diverse backgrounds and motivations for entering the ring.## Triple H also chimed in on social media, highlighting the "next-level talent, passion and drive" needed to succeed in WWE. He hyped the series as a chance to witness who will "shape the future of our business." ## The trailer features appearances from wrestling royalty like Cena, Triple H, Head Trainer Matt Bloom, Big E, Shawn Michaels, and Bianca Belair. Interestingly, AEW's Ric Flair also makes a cameo.## Adding some intrigue, NXT's Grayson Waller offered his take on one of the hopefuls, "Sexy BJ Ray." Waller claims Ray is a "very likeable bloke," which seems to contradict how Ray is portrayed in the trailer. ## A never-before-seen look into the journey of dozens of athletes who dream of becoming @WWE Superstars. Millions dream. Many try. Fewer succeed. Stream #WWENextGen FREE on April 1. Only on @therokuchannel. pic.twitter.com/gJgiWcrsPm— John Cena (@JohnCena) March 25, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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The Rock is on the road to WrestleMania 40 and isn't shying away from controversy. This weekend, "The People's Champ" took to social media to promote his upcoming appearance and reiterate his dominance.## He claims to have single-handedly revitalized professional wrestling, calling himself the "most electric, disruptive, distinctive, and hottest heel" of the past two decades. But his trash talk wasn't just generic boasts. The Rock specifically targeted Cody Rhodes' mother, "Mama Rhodes," indicating a custom championship belt made from "her tears," "Cody's blood," and his own "hands."## This didn't sit well with Cody Rhodes. On Raw this past Monday, Rhodes made it clear his mother wouldn't be intimidated. He even shared a story of her overpowering an undercover cop at a Willie Nelson concert.## Interestingly, The Rock wasn't present on SmackDown last Friday when Roman Reigns and Cody confronted each other. He's also not scheduled for Raw or SmackDown this week. ## Meanwhile, CM Punk is set to appear on Raw tomorrow night in Chicago. He's determined to be involved in WrestleMania 40 in some way. ## The Rock has made pro wrestling cool and exciting - again. The Rock has made pro wrestling unpredictable and he’s changed the game and raised the bar - again. The Rock is THE most electric, disruptive, distinctive, and hottest heel professional wrestling has seen in the last… pic.twitter.com/nJWuhRHxxn— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) March 24, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Minnesota is emerging as the favorite to host the 2025 edition of WWE's grandest event, WrestleMania 41. According to Fightful, Minnesota officials are "working on the assumption" that they will be awarded the event, with an official announcement expected in the coming weeks. ## This news comes after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz publicly hinted at the possibility during a recent event. He highlighted the economic benefits that WrestleMania brings, suggesting it could have a "$20 million dollar impact" on the local economy. ## “This is the place to be. Those are the things we need to be doing. So, for all of you attracting folks here, attracting conventions. Whether it’s coming up with the USA Gymnastic Trials or the US Junior Hockey Championships. ## “And we’re not going to forget WrestleMania and things like that. (crowd laughs).## “You know, when they told me that, I’m like, oh, but want to know best about this? (points to the crowd) That thing is a $20 million dollar impact in the local economy. It’s big.” ## While WWE has not officially confirmed Minnesota as the host, reports suggest Las Vegas, another rumored contender, seems less likely. The belief is that an announcement for a Vegas-hosted WrestleMania would have been made earlier.## If Minnesota secures the hosting rights, the U.S. Bank Stadium, home to the Minnesota Vikings, is expected to be the venue. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...