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WWE will hold a post-show press conference following WrestleMania 40, where Chief Content Officer Triple H and Superstars will discuss the event, including Cody Rhodes winning the WWE championship, Drew McIntyre's victory, Damian Priest cashing in the Money in the Bank contract, LA Knight's WrestleMania debut win, IShowSpeed's assistance to Logan Paul, and Bayley's women's championship win.
The upcoming Elite Eight matchups in women's basketball feature four superstar players, including Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers, and JuJu Watkins, with two Final Four berths on the line. The anticipation for these games is high, with expectations of record-breaking viewership numbers. The matchups are seen as a significant moment for the sport, showcasing the star power and talent in women's basketball.
The NBA trade deadline was lackluster this year, with no major superstar trades, partly due to the recent trend of superstar trades happening earlier in the season. However, speculation season has begun, with teams eyeing potential trades and star players who may become available in the offseason due to team discontent, playoff performance, and financial constraints. Teams like the Lakers, Celtics, Suns, Bucks, and Pelicans are among those being closely watched for potential shake-ups, while several teams are stockpiling first-round picks in hopes of acquiring the next wayward superstar.
Kevin Durant's tenure with the Brooklyn Nets was marked by a series of challenges, including injuries, suspensions, and trade demands, resulting in limited team success. Despite this, Durant emphasized his individual accomplishments and growth during his time in Brooklyn, while acknowledging the complexities of his professional partnerships. The Nets, now facing an uncertain future, are grappling with questions about their roster, direction, and potential trade moves as they navigate a challenging season.
The Royal Rumble, a beloved WWE event, has seen its share of memorable moments, including some infamous botches and mishaps by wrestlers. From Santina Marella's controversial win at WrestleMania 25 to Titus O'Neil's viral "Titus World Slide," and John Cena's and Stone Cold Steve Austin's unexpected blunders, these incidents have become part of the event's history. Other wrestlers like Randy Savage, Bastion Booger, Chelsea Green, and The Great Khali also had their share of missteps in Royal Rumble matches, adding to the event's lore.
WWE RAW is gearing up for the 2024 Royal Rumble, with only eight competitors announced so far. Tonight's show may see more stars declaring for the event, including potential entries like Ivy Nile, Chelsea Green, Drew McIntyre, Jey Uso, and Gunther, each with their own reasons for seeking a shot at the prestigious match.
Bollywood movies are now aiming to cross the Rs 300 crore mark at the box office, with only a few able to achieve this milestone. Some of the fastest movies to gross Rs 350 crore include "Jawan" starring Shah Rukh Khan, which achieved this in 9 days, followed by "Animal" and "Pathaan" also reaching the mark in the same time frame. "Gadar 2" took 10 days, while "Baahubali 2: The Conclusion" and "KGF 2" achieved it in 12 and 16 days respectively.
WWE has made its first major round of layoffs since the merger with TKO Group Holdings, releasing several high-profile superstars including Dolph Ziggler, Shelton Benjamin, Mustafa Ali, Elias, Emma, Riddick Moss, Aliyah, Rick Boogs, and Top Dolla. These cuts come after the recent layoffs of Stamford-based employees, with reports suggesting that up to 100 positions could be eliminated due to the merger.
Saudi Arabian football has made a billion-dollar splash in the transfer market, attracting big-name players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Mohamed Salah to the Pro League. The top four clubs in the league, owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), have been able to secure these signings with the financial backing and support of the Saudi state. The influx of talent has drawn interest from broadcasters worldwide, but the spending spree has also raised concerns about sportswashing and the human rights situation in Saudi Arabia. While some of the biggest names like Messi and Salah were not acquired, the Pro League's ambition to become a top destination for football is evident.
The majority of participants for the WWE SummerSlam Battle Royal have been revealed, with a graphic displaying 24 out of 25 participants on the pre-show. The list includes stars such as Sheamus, AJ Styles, and Shinsuke Nakamura. The stakes and prize for the match have not been announced yet, and Slim Jim is now a multi-layered partner with WWE, with more branding expected at future events.
WWE's Friday Night SmackDown is set to take place at San Antonio's AT&T Center on October 20th, featuring popular superstars such as Asuka, Bianca Belair, Charlotte Flair, Austin Theory, and the Usos. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, starting at $20.
WWE is reportedly planning for "Stone Cold" Steve Austin to make a return and give a big boost to a current WWE Superstar. While details are not clear, there are discussions about how Austin will be involved, whether it's through appearing on television or working with certain Superstars. The anticipation of Austin's return is expected to generate excitement and potentially increase ratings for WWE.
With the NBA offseason in full swing, almost any player could be traded, except for a dozen or so who are truly off-limits. This article lists 75 significant offseason trade candidates, ranging from superstars like Jaylen Brown and Damian Lillard to underperforming youngsters like Deandre Ayton and Jordan Poole. The article also includes a group of fading stars and players who their teams have buyer's remorse about, such as Chris Paul and Ben Simmons.
WWE must avoid making certain mistakes during Night of Champions 2023, such as bringing back Logan Paul to interfere in Seth Rollins' championship match, having The Usos help The Bloodline win the tag team titles, having Brock Lesnar defeat Cody Rhodes, halting Sami Zayn's megastar build-up, and not crowning any new champions at the event. The company should aim to build hype for upcoming PLEs by having a few titles change hands.
John Cena has responded to criticism that he "buried talent" in WWE by stating that he invested his time and energy in helping other wrestlers, including Kevin Owens, AJ Styles, and Sami Zayn. He also mentioned his recent loss to Austin Theory at WrestleMania as an example of putting over younger talent. Cena's reputation for allegedly burying talent stemmed from his long-standing success in the WWE, but he has since passed the torch to Roman Reigns as the company's top star.