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The article discusses the latest pro wrestling rumors, including WWE's efforts to resolve Drew McIntyre’s passport issues for SummerSlam, recent changes to SmackDown due to Hulk Hogan's death, women planning exits to start OnlyFans inspired by Mandy Rose and Cora Jade, Apollo Crews' ongoing recovery, and no change in Alberto Del Rio’s WWE status. All information is unconfirmed and should be taken as rumors.
Rumors suggest a mystery slot at WrestleMania 40, with potential matches including Bobby Lashley & The Street Profits vs. The Final Testament and Pretty Deadly in a Six-Pack Ladder match. Ricky Starks' injury changed plans for a tag team tournament match, but it was revealed to be a stinger, not a concussion. Additionally, Parker Boudreaux remains under contract with AEW for several more months.
The pro wrestling rumor mill is abuzz with speculation, including WWE reportedly ending negotiations with Mercedes Moné, expectations of Andrade's potential return to WWE in 2024, Giulia possibly joining WWE after her Stardom contract expires, AEW's Britt Baker being on the injured list, and Hiroshi Tanahashi replacing Takami Ohbari as NJPW President amid backstage heat. Remember, these are unconfirmed rumors and should be taken with a grain of salt.
AEW is reportedly experiencing "divisiveness" after CM Punk's return, with both sides blaming each other for not keeping their issues in-house. KENTA's rumored match with CM Punk is off after he expressed to NJPW and AEW that he wasn't doing the match. Jeff Hardy will be taking time off from AEW for the next few weeks due to travel restrictions. WWE is reportedly in talks to sign a certain tag team from New Japan and promote someone from developmental to join a certain group. Sony had Mercedes Moné "circled" for a role in Bad Bunny's planned Spider-Man universe film, but the movie has been taken off the studio's schedule while the writers are on strike.
Vince McMahon made some drastic changes to the Raw script this week, while rumors suggest that Triple H was responsible for the changes. CM Punk's Collision promo was reportedly off the cuff, but received mixed reactions from AEW sources. The Elite pre-taped material for this week's Dynamite, leading to speculation that CM Punk could appear at the show. Amanda Huber is now working in AEW production, and Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay is expected to main event Forbidden Door on Sunday.
Rumors suggest that CM Punk's controversial interview with ESPN will be released today and has caused division in the AEW locker room. WWE is considering having Paul Heyman carry Roman Reigns' previous two championship belts. Carlito has reportedly canceled multiple indie bookings, claiming to have signed with WWE. IYO SKY is a top contender to win the women's Money in the Bank ladder match, while LA Knight and Damian Priest are favorites for the men's match.
AEW may move the premiere episode of Collision out of Chicago's United Center if they can't reach an agreement with CM Punk over Ace Steel's status; Drew McIntyre's return to WWE is pending a creative issue, and a new deal has not been reached; Bray Wyatt is still on WWE's payroll; AEW: Fight Forever video game is set to release on June 27; Bryan Danielson will be contributing in creative for AEW Collision, and Seth Rollins will miss next week's episode of Raw due to filming the Captain America movie.
Rumors suggest that CM Punk's visit to Impact Wrestling was well received, WrestleMania 41's location announcement is not imminent, Bray Wyatt is excited to make his WWE return, WWE may be looking for longer title reigns, and LWO is the top merchandise seller for WWE. TNT will continue to air Rampage on Friday nights, and there are discussions about the future of AEW's Dark and Elevation shows.
Rumors suggest that Dax Harwood's proposal of CM Punk & FTR vs. The Elite at AEW All In is a power play to make The Elite look bad. AEW's new Saturday show might come with a "soft roster split." Jeff Hardy is still recovering from surgery, so AEW has alternate plans for him. WWE changed the name of King & Queen of the Ring to Night of Champions to revive the PPV and bring it to an international market. WWE would be surprised if Edge moves to AEW after his last match in August 2023. The upcoming Dark Side of the Ring episode on Marty Jannetty is expected to be insane. Kenny Omega has not signed a new contract with AEW.
Rumors suggest that Bayley is not leaving WWE and her recent social media activity is part of a storyline; there may be NXT call ups in the upcoming WWE Draft; morale was high at SmackDown without Vince McMahon present, but there is still a sense of uncertainty among wrestlers; WWE is rumored to be in a hiring freeze; Drew McIntyre's current absence is due to a pre-existing health issue.