Samoa Joe To Defend AEW World Title Against Swerve Strickland
Plus: The Rock arrives in Las Vegas, Carmelo Hayes Attacked Joe Gacy, AEW Dynamite 2/7/24 recap, and more!
Samoa Joe To Defend AEW World Title Against Swerve Strickland, Adam Page At Revolution
Following an inconclusive standoff between Hangman Page and Swerve Strickland on AEW Dynamite, both will contend for Samoa Joe's AEW World Title at Revolution.
The Rock Arrives In Las Vegas, Says WWE Press Event 'Will Be Talked About Forever'
The hype for the WrestleMania 40 press conference is on full display as The Rock landed in Las Vegas, playfully asserting that the event "will be talked about forever." Fans are on edge as the foggy situation concerning The Rock, Reigns, and Cody Rhodes might get some clarity, particularly over who will get the nod to face off against Reigns at "The Show of Shows."
Video: Carmelo Hayes Attacked Joe Gacy After WWE NXT Went Off The Air
Carmelo Hayes escalated his reputation as a detested heel following this week's "WWE NXT", ambushing Joe Gacy when the show wrapped. Gacy, having disrupted the main event with a gimmick boxing glove, fell victim to Hayes' brutal attack. Fan animosity towards Hayes surged with warnings about a possible counterattack from his betrayed tag partner, Trick Williams.
AEW Dynamite 2/7/24: 3 Things We Hated And 3 Things We Loved
AEW Dynamite's latest episode stirred the waters. Key takeaways include Swerve Strickland and "Hangman" Adam Page contending for Samoa Joe's AEW World Championship at Revolution. Things weren't as smooth with the six-man tag team match between the CMLL representatives and the Blackpool Combat Club, criticized for being puzzling and needing better background storytelling efforts. And that's just the start...
Report: WWE Executives Knew About Ashley Massaro Sexual Assault Claim, Despite Denials
Despite WWE's previous denials, it's reported that execs were aware of Ashley Massaro's claims made in 2016. The former superstar alleged she was drugged and assaulted by members of the US Armed Forces during a WWE tour of Kuwait and suffered abuse from then WWE Chairman Vince McMahon. The Naval Criminal Intelligence Service initiated an investigation into the allegations whose outcomes remain confidential.
Backstage Update On CM Punk Possibly Doing WWE NXT Commentary In Booker T's Absence
Booker T's recent medical procedure meant a vacant spot at the NXT commentary table, leading to speculation about a potential replacement by injured WWE star, CM Punk. However, Fightful Select shared that Byron Saxton, already a team member of 'NXT Level Up', will take on the role while Booker is on the mend.
Why TNA Backstage Producer Lance Storm 'Harps On Everyone' About Making This Mistake
Storm takes issue with what he sees as "lazy" pin tries in contemporary wrestling. Criticizing the common pin where a wrestler merely hooks the leg and lies back, Storm insists that it lacks the power and visuals needed for a climactic pin. Instead, he recommends looking at the style of WWE superstar "Mami" known for commanding pins that prove her dominance.
Chelsea Green Assesses WWE's Women's Tag Team Picture
Beyond her current pairing with Piper Niven, Green's working towards a standout WrestleMania tag team match, confident that Triple H's focus on the women's division will lead to a memorable year for WWE's female talent.
Bully Ray Points To Possible Downside For WWE Raw Amid Cody Rhodes Fervor
In the sea of speculation around WWE WrestleMania 40 sparked by SmackDown's recent revelations, Bully Ray noted a potential downside. Consumed with rumors on Cody, Roman, Rock, Seth, and Drew's actions and motives, he claims it's tough to focus on the rest of the show.
Why Claudio Castagnoli Wants To Win The AEW Continental Classic
Despite his rival Eddie Kingston winning the AEW Continental Classic and claiming the Triple Crown Champion title, Claudio Castagnoli wishes he had won the event. Speaking on 'The Mike Hoke Show', Castagnoli admits the event's success. He believes the event has significantly contributed to AEW's growth and built anticipation among fans due to its unpredictable format.