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sports28 days ago•8 min saved

Saudi SmackDown Spoilers: Rumble Hype, Title Talks, and Post-Show Chaos

Ahead of the Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia, SmackDown teases Drew McIntyre vs. Sami Zayn face-off, Carmelo Hayes defending the US title against Rey Fenix, and a marquee eight-man main event (Rhodes, Orton, Jey Uso & Zayn vs Breakker, Paul, Theory & Reed) ending in disqualification. Post-match chaos includes Jacob Fatu attacking Drew, then Cody Rhodes and Sami Zayn grabbing belts before Bron Breakker spears them. The show also features promos and clashes involving AJ Styles vs. Gunther, Dragunov vs. Miz, Solo Sikoa’s Rumble vow, and multiple backstage segments building toward the Saudi card and Mania storylines.

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#royalrumble #saudiarabia #smackdown

entertainment1 month ago•1 min saved

Je’Von Evans Cleared After Raw Concussion Scare

WWE star Je’Von Evans avoided a serious injury after Raw when his match was halted; medical checks determined a concussion, not a shoulder issue, and he is cleared to continue the WWE tour ahead of the Royal Rumble.

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#concussion #entertainment #jevonevans

sports1 month ago•11 min saved

London SmackDown Jumpstarts a New Title Chase After McIntyre's Return

WWE SmackDown taped in London features Drew McIntyre returning to address his title reign post-Three Stages of Hell, a tease of Cody Rhodes’ Royal Rumble path, and four #1 contender qualifiers (Orton vs Miz, Cardona vs Trick Williams, Damian Priest vs Solo Sikoa, Sami Zayn vs Ilja Dragunov) with the winner earning a shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship at Royal Rumble. Carmelo Hayes issues a United States Championship Open Challenge, Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair win the women’s tag match, and Jacob Fatu’s involvement adds heat as the title picture begins to tighten before the Rumble.

via Ringside News|

#drewmcintyre #qualifiers #royalrumble

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

WWE's Saturday Night's Main Event Set for San Antonio on Jan 25, 2025

WWE has announced the return of Saturday Night’s Main Event, set to air live on January 25, 2025, from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. This event will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock, marking the second quarterly primetime special under WWE's new media rights partnership with NBCUniversal. Tickets go on sale December 13, with presales starting December 11. The event is strategically scheduled a week before the Royal Rumble in Indianapolis, adding excitement to WWE's Road to WrestleMania 41.

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#nbc #royalrumble #sanantonio

sports-entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Roman Reigns' Royal Rumble Fury and SmackDown's Top Moments Spark Backstage Buzz"

WWE's Roman Reigns is upset after SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis announced that Reigns must defend his Undisputed Universal Championship in a fatal-four way at the Royal Rumble, following Reigns' interference in a triple threat match. Reigns, known for his dominant persona, tried to outmaneuver his opponents but ended up complicating his own situation. The tension between Reigns and Aldis is escalating, hinting at a possible future rivalry.

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##nickaldis #romanreigns

sports-entertainment2 years ago•0 min saved

"Excitement Builds as WWE Stars and Former Champions Gear Up for Royal Rumble 2024"

On the New Year’s Revolution edition of SmackDown, Bianca Belair and Bobby Lashley announced their entries into the Women's and Men's Royal Rumble matches, respectively, set for January 27 at Tropicana Field. Belair, the 2021 Rumble winner, is scheduled to face Bayley in the next episode, while Lashley aims to reclaim his status as The All Mighty in 2024. The event will also feature title matches including Roman Reigns defending his Universal championship and Kevin Owens challenging Logan Paul for the United States championship.

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##biancabelair #bobbylashley

sports2 years ago•0 min saved

"Kevin Owens Triumphs in U.S. Title Tournament, Stuns Logan Paul at SmackDown New Year’s Revolution"

Kevin Owens emerged victorious in the United States Title Tournament on the "New Year's Revolution" episode of Friday Night SmackDown, overcoming Santos Escobar in the final. Despite interference from Escobar's allies, Owens secured the win and is now set to challenge Logan Paul for the United States Championship at the Royal Rumble event on January 27, 2024. The Royal Rumble card also features the men's and women's Royal Rumble matches and a WWE Universal Championship match with Roman Reigns defending his title.

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##kevinowens #royalrumble

entertainmentsports2 years ago•1 min saved

"CM Punk Reflects on His Impactful WWE Return and Keeping Secrets in Wrestling's Spotlight"

CM Punk discussed his secretive return to WWE on the Preview Special 2024, emphasizing the importance of not leaking information to maintain the magic of the business. He described his comeback at Survivor Series in Chicago as a magical and deafening experience due to the crowd's reaction. Punk also mentioned his recent victories over Dominik Mysterio in New York and Los Angeles and his vow to win the upcoming Royal Rumble, aiming to fulfill his dream of headlining WrestleMania. His return marks a significant moment, aligning with the Rumble event, a decade after his last signature appearance and subsequent departure from WWE.

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##cmpunk #comeback

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"The Rock's Return Sparks Ratings Surge and Speculation on Seth Rollins' Next Rival After WWE RAW"

After retaining his title at WWE RAW Day 1, Seth Rollins has several potential challengers lined up for his World Heavyweight Championship. The top five contenders include Jey Uso seeking redemption, Bronson Reed aiming to move up from the midcard, Chad Gable looking to break out from his faction, Bron Breakker desiring a rematch, and Gunther potentially aiming for a champion vs. champion match. Fans are eagerly anticipating who will step up to face Rollins, with the WWE Royal Rumble 2024 event on the horizon.

via Sportskeeda|

##royalrumble #sethrollins

entertainmentsports2 years ago•0 min saved

"Former WWE Champion's Surprise Return Teased for New Year's Raw Spectacle"

Former AEW World Champion CM Punk, unadvertised for the event, is reportedly backstage at WWE Raw's New Year's Day edition. Speculation arises about his potential involvement in the show, especially given his recent announcement to compete in the Royal Rumble and his ongoing feud with WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins. Punk's recent performances at live events have garnered positive attention, adding to the anticipation of his next move in WWE.

via Wrestling Inc.|

##cmpunk #entertainmentsports

sports-entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

"Triple H's New Year's Shock: Ex-Champ's Return Teased in WWE Raw 1/1/24 Preview"

Triple H teases a big surprise for the WWE Day 1 episode of Raw, hinting at a mystery former WWE Champion's appearance. Fans speculate on potential big names while the show promises multiple title matches and other storylines, including Seth Rollins' World Heavyweight Championship defense and Rhea Ripley's Women's World Champion match. The event is part of the build-up to Royal Rumble 2024, with WWE aiming to start the new year with a must-watch show.

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##day1 #royalrumble

sports-wrestling2 years ago•2 min saved

"Triple H Hints at Return of Legendary 12-Time WWE Champion at RAW Day 1 and Royal Rumble"

WWE RAW Day 1 is set to feature the return of a 12-time former WWE Champion after a 659-day absence, with speculation about Big E's return and entry into the Royal Rumble Match. However, the likelihood of Big E's return is uncertain due to a lack of updates on his recovery. The event will also include title defenses by Rhea Ripley and a rematch between Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre, as well as other high-stakes matches.

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##bige #rawday1