Juice Robinson is officially replaced in the Continental Classic.
Robinson was removed from the Continental Classic on December 3 and replaced with Komander. We're told that Robinson didn't get X rays until December 2 and appeared at Wrestlecade hoping it was a bad sprain. We're told that the break is in his fibula, not his foot.
AEW knew by the weekend it was unlikely that Robinson would be able to continue in the C2. We wish Juice a speedy recovery
Becky Lynch is in fact at a Netflix-WWE event today. The event was arranged by Netflix, and is expected to feature Netflix execs, Triple H, Nick Khan, Bianca Belair, The Miz, Liv Morgan, CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins and others in LA
Alexandra Williams has typically been the writer assigned to CM Punk segments. She wrote the opening promos last night
Drew McIntyre's return was being discussed last week, but was accelerated due to Bronson Reed's injur...
2024-12-03 21:08:32 +0000 UTC View PostWWE is zeroing in on a new deal with a top star.
WWE sources claimed to Fightful on December 2 that World Heavyweight Gunther was closing in on a new contract. Sources in the company expect it to be done this year, barring any unforseen circumstances.
Those we spoke to claimed the deal was a long-term, multi year deal and that the company has been thrilled with Gunther's performance in the ring and at media obligations. One WWE higher up referred to Gunther as among the most pr...
Fightful Select’s Corey Brennan has learned the following details for tonight’s NXT, please be cognizant of those who wish to avoid spoilers.
- There are five matches and 3 in ring promos scheduled in total for tonight’s show.
- Gigi Dolin (w/ Tatum Paxley) will face Izzy Dame in the only unannounced match.
- Jaida Parker and Roxanne Perez are both scheduled for promo segments.
- Trick Williams and Ridge Holland are scheduled for a promo segment together...
2024-12-03 20:28:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Tonight, on a new episode of SOUR GRAPS, Kate has the night off, having abandoned Alex to spend time with a family member in need, like the selfish ingrate she is.
Up for discussion:
Seth vs Punk becomes Seth vs Sami.
Who attacked Jey Uso?
The first quarterfinal match in the Women's IC Tournament.
Gunther vs Dominick lasts longer than 45 seconds for some reason.
Pete Dunne loses via schoolboy roll up.
And The New Day's 10th Anniversary Celebration saw the return ...
2024-12-03 02:59:24 +0000 UTC View Post
STEPHEN JENSEN is back with a new edition of the WEEKENDER!
- GCW: "You Wouldn't Understand" + "Say You Will" results
- ICW NHB: "No Holds Barred Volume 66" + "No Holds Barred Volume 67" results
- NEW TEXAS: "6th Anniversary" results
- DEFY/PROGRESS: "Onslaught" (2 Nights) results
- ETU: "Dial It Up" results
- NXT Level Up (11/29) results
Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select has learned the following plans for tonight's WWE Raw, subject to change.
Please be cognizant of those who wish to avoid spoilers. Screenshotting and reposting the entirety of sections is subject to terminating your Fightful account.
CM Punk opens Raw
IC Title Tourney: Katana Chance vs. Dakota Kai vs. Shayna Baszler
Damage CTRL vs. Liv Morgan & Raquel Rodriguez
New Day Ten Year Celebration<...
2024-12-03 00:16:54 +0000 UTC View PostThis continues to a be a big year for contracts in wrestling, and we’ve got clarification on one deal, or at least how it stood in the Summer.
In 2019, New Day and WWE announced the trio had all signed five-year contracts, with Xavier Woods, Kofi Kingston and Big E signed until the end of 2024. We’ve not learned about the status of Woods or Kofi, and any possible injury time or re-signings or extensions, but we did learn a little more about Big E as speculation runs rampant ah...
2024-12-02 23:54:32 +0000 UTC View Post
Sean Ross Sapp wraps up the week in news! Sean is a little under the weather, so this show is a bit shorter than usual.
News: Ricky Starks, Penta, Fenix, Hardy Boyz, Bronson Reed, Riddle, Juice Robinson
Q&A starts at 6:00
2024-12-02 13:00:13 +0000 UTC View PostMatt Riddle appeared in TNA on November 29 at their Turning Point show.
TNA got word that afternoon that Trey Miguel had a travel situation, and that he would need replaced. We're told that Riddle found out not long before the show that the possibility was a reality and ended up working the event. TNA sources we spoke to said that while the situation wasn't ideal, they weren't too stressed considering they were at a convention where there were a hundred or so possible replacements.
<... 2024-12-02 01:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostGet your questions in guys! I'm home fresh off of Wrestlecade!
2024-12-01 11:59:01 +0000 UTC View PostPenta’s present is not with AEW
Earlier in the week, Fightful Select reported that after months of speculation, Penta’s AEW deal was set to be up soon. Based on what we’ve heard within the company, Penta’s contract is now up and he’s effectively a free agent. His brother and tag team partner Rey Fenix, is not.
We’d not heard of any creative plans following the issues regarding AEW finding out that Penta had been in contact with WWE. At one point, Death Triangle were co...
2024-12-01 05:01:01 +0000 UTC View PostWhile one talent has come out unscathed after a scare, another has come out worse for wear.
The men’s War Games match was a brutal affair with multiple big spots, including two dives from the top of the structure from Jimmy Uso and Bronson Reed. However, an injury scare came earlier as Jacob Fatu landed awkwardly on a moonsault and began favoring his knee.
Fightful Select’s Corey Brennan confirmed that while Fatu was not planned to heavily sell his leg, he was not hurt followi...
2024-12-01 03:41:31 +0000 UTC View Post
Did Rhea Ripley get her revenge on Liv Morgan in the Women's WarGames match?
Did LA Knight stave off the onslaught of Shinsuke Nakamura?
Did Sheamus finally become Intercontinental Champion, or did Bron Breakker spear his way to victory?
Is Gunther still an ineffectual coward, or did he retain the World Title?
Did the Original Tribal Chief put down the New Bloodline in the Men's WarGames match? Or did CM Punk finally show his true colors and betray his team?
All of these que...
2024-12-01 01:11:04 +0000 UTC View PostSean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select has learned the following information about tonight's WWE Survivor Series: WarGames. This will be updated throughout the night as we plan to get the match order, producers, and ref assignments.
Match Order
Women's WarGames
Rhea Ripley, IYO SKY, Bianca Belair, Bayley & Naomi vs. Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Nia Jax, Tiffany Stratton, & Candice LeRae
WWE U...
2024-11-30 23:02:02 +0000 UTC View PostFightful had the opportunity to talk with former NXT World Champion Ethan Page. Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp spoke with Page, and they discussed numerous topics, including CM Punk, working with others at the WWE PC, and Hornswoggle.
Sean began the interview by telling Page, “That maybe one day, when our careers are long over, maybe some of the interviews we haven’t been able to release will actually be released.”
The topic of Page’s fashion came up; Sean mentione...
2024-11-30 22:13:15 +0000 UTC View PostJuice Robinson suffered an injury on the November 30th episode of AEW Collision (taped on November 27).
Robinson took on Will Ospreay in a Gold League match in the AEW Continental Classic. Ospreay was victorious in the contest.
Robinson was seen on crutches during WrestleCade weekend and had his left ankle wrapped. Switchblade Jay White was helping him get around.
Fightful will provide more information on
Robinson's injury when it is known.
We wish him well in...
Welcome to Select Answers, a short feature that provides some of the answers to questions that were posed to Sean Ross Sapp in the most recent Fightful Weekly Q&A Podcast. The show drops every week on Fightful Select for subscribers.
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Hi Sean, I saw that Ricky starks was backstage at full gear, do you have any info on how it went?
It went well, and he got along with people and was taking pictures. He was welcomed backstage and there ...
2024-11-30 18:00:10 +0000 UTC View PostWWE taped Smackdown last week, and Fightful has details on the show order, results, and producers.
RUNDOWN:
Women's WarGames Promo
Andrade vs. Shinsuke Nakamura
DIY promo
Kevin Owens video package
Cody Rhodes vs. Carmelo Hayes
US Title Tourney: Michin vs. Lash Legend vs. Piper Niven
LA Knight interview
Survivor Series WarGames Graphics
WarGames Advantage:...
2024-11-29 19:00:04 +0000 UTC View PostPenta’s AEW deal is coming up soon, but Rey Fenix’s is not.
Fightful reported this week that Penta’s contract with the company is up next week, but Fenix has a lot more time left on his. When speaking to those with knowledge of the situation, it was claimed to Fightful that Rey Fenix’s AEW contract extends well into next year due to the injury time that will be added to it.
Fenix and Penta were expected to wrap up with AEW in the fall and head to WWE, but when AEW caught w...
2024-11-29 13:00:10 +0000 UTC View Post
SRS brings back a classic Fightful Select series for a new episode!!!
2024-11-28 23:00:04 +0000 UTC View PostOver the past two decades, there has been a growth in UK stars showing up in Japan and making a home for themselves with Will Ospreay, Zack Sabre Jr. and most recently Robbie X making their way over to Japan to work with companies in the land of the rising sun.
Fightful Select’s Corey Brennan has learned of several interesting notes regarding the UK wrestling scene and the international interest in talent from the island. Brennan was told that there are several big names current...
2024-11-28 20:00:05 +0000 UTC View PostWelcome to Select Answers, a short feature that provides some of the answers to questions that were posed to Sean Ross Sapp in the most recent Fightful Weekly Q&A Podcast. The show drops every week on Fightful Select for subscribers.
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Do you think AEW will be able to get Danhausen back on tv before his contract is up or is he pretty much done with the company?
There had been some contact between AEW and Danhausen in September, but I'...
2024-11-28 19:00:07 +0000 UTC View PostOn November 21st PROGRESS announced that Cara Noir would no longer be competing on their Vendetta 2 card later this week. This came after El Hijo Del Vikingo withdrew from their originally scheduled bout due to injury.
Fightful Select’s Corey Brennan has learned that a lot of effort went into trying to find a replacement opponent for Noir on the event, but ultimately the decision was made to allow Noir to rest up before he heads to the United States for dates with PROGRESS’ pa...
2024-11-28 13:00:07 +0000 UTC View PostA reminder, Ibou of Wrestlepurists joins Fightful for the WWE Raw post show starting next week.
Former head of MMA James Lynch will be representing Fightful at this weekend's WWE Survivor Series. He'll be doing a video comparing covering major UFC and WWE events.
Fightul, Sean Ross Sapp, and numerous other Fightful personalities including Kate, Rob, Alex, Phil, Kyler and more are on Bluesky.
Our longtime producer, Melisa, is off for one y...
2024-11-28 01:08:04 +0000 UTC View PostThe Hardy Boyz are TNA World Tag Team Champions again, but weren’t locked down until they signed a new deal this week.
Matt and Jeff Hardy have had a successful run within TNA Wrestling so far, and became Tag Team Champions at TNA Bound For Glory. Matt Hardy rejoined the company in May, and Jeff followed shortly after when his AEW contract expired. On November 27, TNA signed the duo to what Fightful Select's Sean Ross Sapp can confirm are one-year deals.
Matt Hardy originally ...
2024-11-27 21:32:20 +0000 UTC View PostWelcome to Select Answers, a short feature that provides some of the answers to questions that were posed to Sean Ross Sapp in the most recent Fightful Weekly Q&A Podcast. The show drops every week on Fightful Select for subscribers.
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Do you have any update with Keith Lee.
Unfortunately, he's still not cleared. The latest I heard at the end of summer was that nothing had changed on his status.
Was the Costco guys a one...
2024-11-27 16:00:08 +0000 UTC View PostRicky Starks has had a wild week.
This past weekend, Ricky Starks made an appearance at GCW, where he spoke about being "frozen out" within AEW. On November 26, Fightful reported that AEW had picked up his option last spring and his deal goes into 2025. The same day, he had an interview with Chris Van Vliet that spoke about his absence from AEW TV.
GCW sources claim to Fightful Select's Sean Ross Sapp that Ricky Starks has been pulled from all planned upcoming appearances with the...
2024-11-27 00:49:46 +0000 UTC View PostNXT Scoops Thread November 26th
Fightful Select’s Corey Brennan has learned the following details about tonight’s edition of WWE NXT. Please be cognizant of those who do not wish to see spoilers.
Fallon Henley vs Tatum Paxley is listed as the main event of tonight's show.
Ethan Page vs Axiom will be the first match of the night.
Lola Vice vs Wren Sinclair is set for the show.
Several matches on the show will...
2024-11-26 22:01:34 +0000 UTC View PostWelcome to Select Answers, a short feature that provides some of the answers to questions that were posed to Sean Ross Sapp in the most recent Fightful Weekly Q&A Podcast. The show drops every week on Fightful Select for subscribers.
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Hey Sean hope all is well. Was Punk always planned to be a part of Roman's team? How are they getting along now that Punk is back?
As best I know, it was always the plan. I've not heard a single issue o...
2024-11-26 19:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post