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sports-entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

"WrestleMania 40: Match Order, Predictions, and Cody Rhodes' Legacy"

A backstage report from the "Wrestling Observer Newsletter" details the tentative match order for WWE WrestleMania 40, with Night 1 featuring four long matches and Night 2 planned around the two big world title matches. Dave Meltzer notes potential for significant interference in the main event and anticipates "a lot of booking twists and turns" for the weekend, with the possibility of a showdown between Roman Reigns and The Rock.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#dave-meltzer #main-events #match-order

sports-entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

"AEW Wrestlers React to Reports of Refusing to Lose Cage Match and Speculation on Potential WWE Moves"

AEW's Malakai Black and his faction mates Brody King & Buddy Matthews were booked in a cage match on AEW Collision, with Dave Meltzer implying that the "Escape" stipulation came about because no one in House of Black wanted to do the job. However, Black's teammates and AEW's Wrestling Administration Coordinator refuted Meltzer's assessment, stating that the wording change in the match graphic was just for clarity and that the format and stipulation of the cage match was always what it was going to be.

via Cageside Seats|

#aew #cage-match #dave-meltzer

sports-entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"The Rock vs. Roman Reigns Match Update: WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Results and WrestleMania Plans"

WWE's plans for WrestleMania 40 include Cody Rhodes challenging Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship, with The Rock's involvement in the match currently off the table. However, The Rock is still expected to return to WWE for a match against Reigns in the future, with ongoing discussions between the parties. Reigns aims to continue his record-setting championship reign, while Rhodes looks to finally capture the title after failing to do so at WrestleMania 39.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#dave-meltzer #roman-reigns #sports-entertainment

sports-entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"WWE's Paul Levesque Addresses Allegations Against Vince McMahon Amid Resignation and Royal Rumble Shake-Up"

Dave Meltzer criticizes WWE's Paul "Triple H" Levesque for his response to the sex trafficking allegations against Vince McMahon, expressing disappointment in Levesque's handling of the situation. Many within WWE were surprised by the fallout and the quick resignation of McMahon, with speculation that Endeavor may remove others in the boardroom who were close to McMahon. McMahon's profile has been removed from WWE.com in light of the allegations, a rare move for the company.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#allegations #dave-meltzer #paul-levesque

sports-entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"Netflix's WWE Deal: Impact on AEW and The Rock's Nickname Rights"

WWE's streaming deal with Netflix for "WWE Raw" could impact AEW's negotiations with Warner Bros. Discovery, potentially giving AEW a unique bargaining chip. Dave Meltzer noted that AEW and WWE securing lucrative deals could benefit talent and provide negotiating power in free agency. The Netflix deal will also affect WWE's international broadcasting, potentially opening avenues for AEW content internationally.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#aew #dave-meltzer #netflix

sports-entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"WWE's Strategic Move: Analyzing the Impact of Raw's Netflix Deal"

Wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer speculates that WWE accepted a lower price for the Raw Netflix deal due to the elimination of localized international rights deals, but believes the exposure on Netflix will be beneficial. Other wrestling personalities, including Eric Bischoff and Bully Ray, see the move as a big opportunity for WWE to grow internationally and anticipate an adjustment period for fans once the show moves to Netflix in 2025.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#dave-meltzer #international-expansion #netflix

sports-wrestling2 years ago•1 min saved

"Andrade El Idolo Anticipated to Debut on WWE Raw Following AEW Exit"

Wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer anticipates that Andrade El Idolo, whose AEW contract recently expired, will appear on WWE Raw, following a tease by WWE executive Paul "Triple H" Levesque about a former champion returning. Andrade's departure from AEW and potential WWE comeback align with his past as a WWE "NXT" and United States Champion, and his personal ties through his wife, Charlotte Flair, who is a current WWE star.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#aew #andrade-el-idolo #dave-meltzer

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Dave Meltzer's Concern: CM Punk's Potential Loss in WWE Debut"

Journalist Dave Meltzer believes that WWE may have CM Punk lose his first match to test his attitude and willingness to "do business." While Meltzer acknowledges that, from a business standpoint, Punk should win, he suggests that Punk needs to prove himself to everyone. Meltzer also expresses caution about planning Punk's matches too far ahead due to his history of injuries. If WWE plans a major match between Punk and Roman Reigns, it may be wise to keep Punk booked strong in the coming months, depending on when the match is scheduled.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#cm-punk #dave-meltzer #roman-reigns

sportsentertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Botched Finish in WWE Raw #1 Contender's Match Raises Questions

The outcome of the WWE Raw fatal four-way match to determine the #1 contender for GUNTHER's Intercontinental Championship did not go as planned, with Ricochet unexpectedly kicking out of Ivar's moonsault. It is speculated that Ricochet may have suffered a head injury earlier in the match. The Miz emerged as the winner, but it remains unclear if Ivar will be added to the championship match or receive his title shot later on.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#dave-meltzer #raw #ricochet

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

Insights from WrestleMania 39: Ratings, Moments, and Takeaways.

Dave Meltzer has revealed his match ratings for the first night of WrestleMania 39, with the main event between Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn vs. The Usos for the Undisputed Tag Team Titles receiving a five-star rating. Rhea Ripley vs. Charlotte Flair for the SmackDown Women’s Title was also highly rated, while the lowest-rated match was Pat McAfee vs. The Miz.

via Inside The Ropes|

#dave-meltzer #kevin-owens #sami-zayn

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

CM Punk Sparks Controversy with Criticisms of AEW Stars in Deleted Instagram Story

CM Punk took to Instagram to share since-deleted grievances with Jon Moxley, Chris Jericho, and Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer. Punk appears to be blaming former AEW Champion Chris Jericho for the stories of Punk's dealings with Moxley, Khan, and others. Punk has not been seen in All Elite Wrestling since the waning hours of September 4, 2022, after an enraged and injured Punk unleashed a vitriolic tirade against his AEW co-workers, which led to a backstage brawl between Punk, Kenny Omega, The Young Bucks, Ace Steel, and other members of the AEW talent relations and legal staff.

via Wrestling Inc.|

#all-elite-wrestling #chris-jericho #cm-punk

wrestling2 years ago•3 min saved

CM Punk Sparks Controversy with Deleted Instagram Story Criticizing AEW Figures

CM Punk took shots at Chris Jericho and Jon Moxley in a now-deleted Instagram post responding to comments made by Dave Meltzer. Meltzer claimed that Punk agreed to a short build for his AEW World Title match with Moxley at All Out 2022, but then backed out until Tony Khan intervened. Punk disputed this and said he wasn't cleared to wrestle yet due to a broken foot. He also called Meltzer and Jericho liars. Jericho responded with a GIF of Matt Hardy yelling "Delete!" on his Instagram Stories. There's been speculation on Punk returning to AEW, but nothing is official.

via Wrestling Headlines|

#aew #chris-jericho #cm-punk

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

The Uncertainty of Bray Wyatt's WrestleMania 39 Appearance.

Bray Wyatt's status for WrestleMania 39 is uncertain as he has been off television for a week or so, and WWE has made no mention of his match against Bobby Lashley. Dave Meltzer noted that it looks like Wyatt is off the show, possibly due to a health issue that hasn't cleared up yet. WWE's silence on the matter is saying a lot, and it remains to be seen if Wyatt will make an appearance at WrestleMania.

via Ringside News|

#bobby-lashley #bray-wyatt #dave-meltzer