WWE is saying it's a New Era.
The first hour of the Raw After Mania is commercial free.
New champs. New feuds.
People are anticipating a lot of big surprises.
I guess all we can do is "Let it play out."
Fingers crossed. Let's hope not everything sucks.
Let's talk about it.
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2024-04-09 02:30:01 +0000 UTC View PostLast week, Fightful Select had reported that Bo Dallas was planned for a WWE comeback.
During the Bray Wyatt documentary, Bo Dallas, Bray's brother, spoke of needing to create something that would make him proud. At the end of the documentary, there was a tease that indeed was a reference to his upcoming return.
At WWE Raw there were more.
Just ahead of the WWE Raw tapings, there was a quick teaser of music where the lights went off, then came back on. During Bronson Reed's ...
2024-04-09 01:57:59 +0000 UTC View PostFightful Select's Sean Ross Sapp has learned the following plans for WWE Raw, subject to change
PLEASE be cognizant of those who wish to avoid spoilers:
Cody Rhodes promo
Spoiler Match 1
Jade Cargill vs. Chelsea Green
Judgment Day Promo
BIG Spoiler six man Tag match
Spoiler women's match:
Sami Zayn Promo
Spoiler tag match
Drew McIntyre promo
2024-04-08 23:58:43 +0000 UTC View Post
STEPHEN JENSEN is back with results for The Collective on the WEEKENDER!
- DEFY: "Can't Deny It"
- GCW: "Josh Barnett's Bloodsport X"
- DDT Goes Philadelphia
- GCW/JCW vs. The World 2024
- TJPW: "Live In Philly"
- PROGRESS: "Chapter 166: Freedom Walks Again"
- GCW: "Joey Janela's Spring Break 8"
- GCW: "For The Culture 2024"
- GCW: "Effy's Big Gay Brunch 9"
- GCW vs. TJPW
- GCW: "Joey Janela's Spring Break: Clusterf*ck Forever"...
2024-04-08 19:12:43 +0000 UTC View PostIf you couldn't tell, it's a new era in WWE.
The company hammered home this fact during WWE WrestleMania 40. Those we spoke to confirmed this is a direct reference to the fact that not only is Vince McMahon gone from the company due to allegations of sex trafficking, harassment and sexual assault, but that there is no pathway to Vince McMahon returning.
Last week, Fightful reported of the optimism that existed within WWE around the first WrestleMania with truly no influence from ...
2024-04-08 18:46:19 +0000 UTC View PostSean Ross Sapp and Corey Brennan of Fightful have collected several news and notes from WrestleMania
CJ Perry, Brittnie Brooks, RIcky Starks, J-Rod, Dustin Rhodes, Allie Katch, Jimmy Lloyd, Rina Yamashita were all in attendance at WrestleMania
Snoop Dogg's announced attendance was not accurate. He cleverly inserted "420" into it.
Giulia was wearing a "performer" credential while at WrestleMania.
The Stephanie McMahon promo was kept ve...
2024-04-08 13:00:16 +0000 UTC View PostMatt Hardy is a free agent.
Fightful Select reported recently that Matt Hardy’s deal with AEW was up imminently. Technically, it was, as his contract was set to expire in March. However, as of today, he’s no longer with AEW.
Word within the company was that his contract had actually been extended for a few weeks through WrestleMania. We weren’t given a reason why, and don’t know of any injury time that Matt Hardy missed, as he stil...
2024-04-08 05:37:14 +0000 UTC View PostNOW STARTING AT 11:00pm EST!!!
Did Bayley finally get her big Mania moment?
Who did Logan Paul hit with the brass knucks to retain the US Title?
Did anyone care about the Karrion Kross street fight deal?
Did the LA Knight/AJ Styles blood feud grudge match start with a lockup?
Did Drew beat the freakin' hell out of Seth Rollins?
Was the Bloodline Rules match the most overbooked thing in the history of the business?
Alex and Kate will be able to ...
2024-04-08 02:00:03 +0000 UTC View PostWelcome to the Fightful Select SCOOPS THREAD! This will be constantly updated throughout the night. Please be cognizant of those who wish to avoid spoilers.
A reminder, Fightful and our audience discuss this and all other shows on our Select-exclusive Discord. Download the app on your phone or desktop and connect it through patreon!
Match Order
The celebrities keep rolling in to WrestleMania, and another is listed for tonight's show.
Fightful Select has learned that WWE Hall of Famer Snoop Dogg is listed internally for tonight's WWE event, set to announce the attendance of the program. Snoop Dogg, while a rap star, is perhaps most famous for doing something The Undertaker couldn't do -- remaining undefeated at WrestleMania. Snoop pinned The Miz in an impromptu match at WrestleMania 39 last year in LA.
He's also listed on...
2024-04-07 19:37:19 +0000 UTC View PostIt’s WrestleMania weekend, and there are plenty of wrestlers in Philadelphia for the festivities.
One talent in GCW's schedule is Jacob Fatu, formerly of MLW. Fatu completed his final date for MLW back in February with MLW SuperFight, and now his next destination may be known.
Fightful Select’s Corey Brennan and Sean Ross Sapp both report that Fatu has told others that he has signed with WWE as of this past Wednesday, which led to him being pulled from a scheduled GCW appear...
We will have more guests and might try to get some people to pop in!
Featuring Rob Wilkins and Maggie of Fightful , Chris Mueller of Bleacher Report, Ryan of The Mark Order Podcast, Astrid Pizzaro of BodySlam.net, Throwback of The Roundtable, Kaden (who recently wrote an article on Sami Zayn on WrestlePurists) and maybe others!
Youtube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWtk7CFMgqk
2024-04-07 19:05:00 +0000 UTC View PostFightful Select has some more news and notes for WrestleMania week.
There was a ZOA Energy truck in town promoting the Rock-endorsed energy drink.
Natalya was in attendance at Stardom this week.
Natalya, Sonya Deville and Lana/CJ Perry were all also at Bloodsport supporting Shayna Baszler.
As seen on social media, Nick Khan showed up backstage at Bloodsport towards the end of the show as well. We're told he and Josh Barnett have a nic...
2024-04-07 17:34:36 +0000 UTC View PostAEW is heavily implying they're showing the Brawl In footage from All In 2023, and we're told they plan on it.
During AEW Collision Saturday, a graphic ran saying that Young Bucks will present backstage footage from AEW All In, and will discuss for the first time. Many took this as being some sort of troll or bait, but everyone around the situation we've spoken to at least claims that it is genuine, and footage from the CM Punk/Jack Perry altercation is expected to air. Specifically, it...
2024-04-07 05:36:35 +0000 UTC View PostDid Becky beat Rhea?
Who won the 12-man Ladder Insanity match, and why was it the worst possible two choices?
Did Gunther retain the IC Title so that Chad Gable can win it later?
Which Uso won?
Did Jade smash all of Damage CTRL by herself or did Bianca help out too?
Did Andrade turn on Rey, one night after pretending to turn on Santos?
How long were the entrances for the main event tag match?
Did The Rock beat Cody Rhodes all the way to death, or just...
2024-04-07 02:08:02 +0000 UTC View PostJason Kelce appeared at WWE WrestleMania, helping Rey Mysterio after being seen partying with a Rey Mysterio mask after the Super Bowl two months ago.
Fightful Select has learned that former NFL Pro Bowler Jason Kelce and members of his team reached out to Danny Cage and The Monster Factory for training and to document his journey to WrestleMania XL.
The 13-year NFL Veteran Kelce was not the only one training, though. The Philadelphia Eagles Offensive Tackle Lane Johnson was with ...
2024-04-07 00:40:26 +0000 UTC View PostWelcome to our WrestleMania Night 1 SCOOPS THREAD. This will constantly be updated throughout the night!
Backstage Notes from NXT Stand And Deliver
- There was a big focus going into the show on everyone hitting their allotted time marks.
- There was concern after the opening match that Bron Breakker had his bell rung, but upon arriving backstage it was clear Breakker was fine.
- Triple H was backstage at the show, but didn’t influence creative. It was very much a Shawn Michaels show.
- There were a lot of big reactions backstage for the North American Championship trip...
2024-04-06 20:20:01 +0000 UTC View PostWe do a watch-along for the main event of NXT's Stand and Deliver and for WrestleMania Night 1 Pre-Show.
Youtube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K2sBnMqDsKQ
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2024-04-06 18:26:18 +0000 UTC View PostJoe Gacy vs Shawn Spears: Oney Lorcan
NXT Tag Team Championship Match: The Wolf Dogs (Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker) (c) vs Nathan Frazer and Axiom: Steve Corino
NXT North American Championship Match: Oba Femi vs Dijak vs Josh Briggs: Matt Bloom
Six-Woman Tag Team Match: Thea Hail, Kelani Jordan and Fallon Henley vs Izzy Dame, Jacy Jayne and Kiana James: Jonny Moss/Oney Lorcan
NXT Women’s Championship Match: Lyra Valkyria ...
2024-04-06 17:14:53 +0000 UTC View PostNXT Stand And Deliver 2024 Scoops Thread
Fightful Select’s Corey Brennan has learned the following details about NXT Stand And Deliver 2024. Please be cognizant of those who do not wish to have the show spoiled.
Match Order:
- `NXT Tag Team Championship Match: The Wolf Dogs (Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker) (c) vs Nathan Frazer and Axiom.
- NXT North American Championship Match: Oba Femi vs Dijak vs Josh Briggs
- Six Woman Tag Team Match: Thea Hail, Kela...
2024-04-06 15:38:59 +0000 UTC View PostGiulia has long been reported to be on her way to WWE after a short stint in Rossy Ogawa’s new promotion, and now Fightful Select has learned more about WWE’s plans for the former STARDOM name.
Fightful Select’s Corey Brennan has been told by multiple NXT sources that Giulia will be reporting to the WWE Performance Center and NXT upon completion of her remaining dates, with an immediate main roster debut ruled out. While not an issue by any means, officials are said to be happy at...
2024-04-06 14:00:10 +0000 UTC View PostThey should offer a refund to every paying customer at SmackDown tonight.
What a joke WrestleMania SmackDown is, and always has been.
So we'll go over all the nothing that happened on the go-home show, chat about what we're watching on Rampage, and make full worst-case-scenario predictions for both nights of the Showcase of the Immortals.
Everything sucks. Let's talk about it.
Youtube Link: 2024-04-06 02:01:53 +0000 UTC View Post
Fightful Select has learned the following plans for tonight's WWE Smackdown, subject to change.
Please be cognizant of those who wish to avoid spoilers.
The KO Show (Kevin Owens) with guest Randy Orton
Andre The Giant Battle Royal
Spoiler Promo
Zelina Vega (w/ Rey Mysterio) vs. Elektra Lopez (w/ Santos Escobar)
Spoiler Promo
New Catch Republic vs. Grayson Waller and Austin Theory
2024-04-05 23:59:01 +0000 UTC View PostThis year’s WrestleMania is the first one truly with no Vince McMahon influence, and people in the company are excited.
Ahead of WrestleMania 39, Vince McMahon had forced his way back into the company. Not long after, he’d started affecting and making changes to creative. Even though he didn’t directly deal with the creative team, he’d eventually make adjustments and call in to disapprove of elements of the show or people involved. Until WrestleMania weekend.
McMahon had...
- As highlighted on social media, Rossy Ogawa and Giulia are in Philadelphia and we're taking pictures with fans.
- CM Punk, Nia Jax, Piper Niven, Kayden Carter Karrion Kross, Tegan Nox attended Bloodsport.
- Drew McIntyre is set for an entrance that includes some extras at WrestleMania.
- The latest we've heard on Jason Kelce is that WWE was planning for him to appear at WrestleMania.
- Braun Strowman is in town for WrestleMania weekend
- WWE held a Make a...
Bayley is poised for a WrestleMania 40 title match, but without the backup of her fellow Horsewomen against Damage CTRL.
There was much speculation that Mercedes Mone/Sasha Banks would eventually come to Bayley’s aid, which would have been a natural connection. However, we’re told that dating back to the fall, that actually wasn’t the working plan.
The Damage CTRL split was planned months ahead of time, as far back as when Charlotte Flair was in the ring. We’re told ...
2024-04-04 19:03:01 +0000 UTC View PostA brother vs. Brother match is set for Cinco De Mayo, Fightful Select can confirm.
House of Glory sent us the following:
Brother vs Brother Main Event at HOG Cinco De Mayo HOG officials have announced a huge main event for Cinco de Mayo live from the NYC Arena and on PPV through Fite+. Brothers collide when AEW stars Penta El Zero Miedo battles Rey Fenix in the main event.
The Lucha Bros have won tag team championships all over the world but have had classic battles ...
2024-04-03 23:28:03 +0000 UTC View PostMercedes Mone is All Elite, and we have some additional details on how things are going.
Mone got a new theme, which she produced herself. One of the reasons indicated to Fightful was that not only was here theme almost note for note Kriss Kross’ “Jump,” but that Kriss Kross’ song itself had a couple of other samples, and many clearances would be required. We spoke to sources that were happy that the “CEO” nickname was hammered home in the new entrance.
Naomi, Tamina a...
2024-04-03 20:00:05 +0000 UTC View PostFightful Founder Jimmy Van noted today on The Hump that Hulk Hogan was considered to possibly induct Muhammad Ali into the WWE Hall of Fame.
In The Weeds will be interviewing Mustafa Ali Monday morning at 11:40 AM ET
2K's presence at WWE World will be on Thursday.
Fightful will be appearing at a Make a Wish event with WWE tomorrow morning.
Fightful will have a presence on the red Carpet of WaleMania Thursday...
2024-04-03 18:18:05 +0000 UTC View Post