All Things Wrestling IV

[Liam-]

This would be a cute way for Nattie to finish her career

Please

[LaLaLand]

Ronda with good makeup at a PPV!? Huh!?!??!

[Denver]

Nia is terrible

[Denver]

So Tamina and Nia will invade the Title Match?

[LaLaLand]

UGH Beckyyyy <3

[LaLaLand]

I reckon Nia/Tamina AND Rousey are gonna interfere attacking Lynch and Flair respectively, allowing Asuka to climb the ladder and gets the gold amongst the brawl.

[Liam-]

I love how the ‘new Daniel Bryan is essentially just an angry vegan :laugh:

[Black Dagger]

Apparently he won't even enter at 30 and they are gonna pull some sort of stunt

He's going to try and enter the women's one. That's all.

[Brother Leon]

He's going to try and enter the women's one. That's all.

I’ll be livid if that’s what happens and he gets eliminated like the ultimate jobber :laugh:

[Braden]

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Hell yeah!

[Liam-]

The ending was a bit off imo but I’m so glad she got it, the match itself was amazing

[Jordan.]

All the women killed it last night. The TLC match definitely lived up to the hype :clap1:

[LaLaLand]

Really enjoyed TLC, so brilliant to finally see Asuka get "her moment" on the main roster!

Very much looking forward to see the Rousey/Flair/Lynch progression now and seeing who Asuka's first feud will be as Champ. Hopefully one of Naomi/Rose/Deville.

[Braden]

Some say Liv Morgan is still flying her way through that table.

[Jordan.]

Vince McMahon Reportedly ‘Furious’ At Seth/Dean Match At WWE TLC

The reaction to the Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose match at WWE TLC was lackluster at best. Fans chanted for Becky Lynch and even ‘this is boring.’

According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, Vince McMahon was furious at the crowd reaction to the event. While there’s no specific issue given for Vince’s frustration, there was heavy speculation as to all the reasons that could be. One thing that was definitely discussed was this adverse crowd reaction being detrimental for Seth Rollins as he is being groomed reportedly to have a Universal Championship match with Brock Lesnar, potentially at WrestleMania.

One thing is for sure, it was clear to everyone watching that the fans were not into the matchup and it will be interesting to see where these two men are positioned going forward.

Welp at Seth getting the blame, stop having him feud with boring workers.

[Liam-]

I’ve never got the fuss with Dean and their match showed exactly why, Seth is incredible when he’s working with the right people.

[Brother Leon]

Ambrose has been lazy for a while. People kept saying the Shield reunion was to protect Roman, but honestly those were the only times that Dean looked to be up for it at all and it helped him as much.

[LaLaLand]

Poor Corbin :laugh2:

[LaLaLand]

Woahhh Lars Sullivan isn't the only call up happening...

Lacey Evans, Heavy Machinery, Nikki Cross and EC3 are getting called up! Confirmed on RAW in a big vignette.

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[Denver]

Surprised by Lacey Evans

[Denver]

She isn't ready

[LaLaLand]

Bray's Tweets signal a complete character change (or retirement :skull:):

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[Denver]

So Natalya turns full heel next week?

[Liam-]

Never mind EC3 and Lacey Evans, we want Dream and Dakota Kai

[LaLaLand]

She isn't ready

She's great, good in-ring and a strong, heel character. I can see her as Champion very soon tbh if utilised properly.

[Denver]

We love this Mustafa Ali push

[Liam-]

Sanity, Gallows and Anderson, Mustafa Ali and Naomi getting pushes, Smackdown remains superior :flutter:

[Denver]

Rusev spoiler

He won the US title in the prerecordedepisode of Smackdown for Xmas

[Jordan.]

Vince's new attitude

https://66.media.tumblr.com/1c433c22df81120d59c6a14272d461ff/tumblr_inline_p8oj5ruCDG1tu52pd_500.gif

[Jordan.]

Although removing Paige as GM isn't it

[LaLaLand]

Sanity, Gallows and Anderson, Mustafa Ali and Naomi getting pushes, Smackdown remains superior :flutter:

:clap2:

Rusev spoiler

He won the US title in the prerecordedepisode of Smackdown for Xmas

:cheer2::cheer2::cheer2:

[Calderyon]

John Cena looks more human with hair.

[Ramsay]

Can't believe I spent so many years hating Cena when I was younger, I ****ing love the guy now

[Calderyon]

It's more the WWE persona I dislike. But I have seen things, like the parody wrestling promotion thing, where he can be funny, so maybe the key to make him entertaining is just let him be himself?

Also since he has said he wants to turn heel and his change of hairstyle etc., maybe it's time for Hollywood Cena?

[Black Dagger]

Bo Dallas is hosting a cooking show on the Network and Fashion Files is coming back.

[RileyH]

Fashion Files is coming back.

:love:

[Denver]

Women's Tag Titles have officially been announced

[Liam-]

Sasha and Bayley are obviously gonna be the first ones

[Denver]

There were rumours of a Trish and Lita vs Hayley and Sasha match a while back for the titles at Mania

[Jordan.]

IIconics or Riott Squad deserve it

[Liam-]

Sonya and Mandy are the champs we deserve.

[LaLaLand]

IIconics or Riott Squad deserve it

Agreed, or Nia/Tamina too for me could be cool.

[Jordan.]

RAW 31/1 spoilers

- Drew McIntyre versus Dolph Ziggler in a steel cage match starts the show. McIntyre wins via pinfall.
After the match he beats up Ziggler and then does a Claymore Kick to him while a chair was up against his face.

- Seth Rollins comes out and demands his rematch against Dean Ambrose, but out comes Triple H. He says that Seth will have to defeat Bobby Lashley to earn a shot.
Shane McMahon then comes out and says that a battle royal will be held to determine a contender for Dean Ambrose tonight.

- IC Title Battle Royal entrants include Baron Corbin, Finn Bálor, Zack Ryder, and more. Apollo Crews winds up winning.

- Natalya announces she’ll be in the Royal Rumble, and then gets beat up by Nia Jax backstage.

- Corbin cuts a promo about losing in the battle royal but he gets interrupted by Elias. They brawl until Corbin runs to the back.

- Bayley, Sasha Banks and Ember Moon defeat the Riott Squad.

- Bobby Lashley wins by disqualification after Rollins hits him with a chair.

- Jinder Mahal and the Singh Brothers defeat Rhyno and Heath Slater.

- Dean Ambrose defeats Apollo Crews to retain his Intercontinental Championship.
Crowd was chanting “CM Punk” during the match.

- Alexa Bliss is getting her own talk show called “A Moment of Bliss.” It premieres next week and the first guest will be Ronda Rousey.

- Ronda Rousey and Natalya defeat Nia Jax and Tamina Snuka.

Seems like the same old :shrug:

[Denver]

Apparently the Battle Royale you could eliminate someone by pinball or submission aswell as over the ropes

[LaLaLand]

The fact that Balor is now in the same league as Crews, Ryder, Rawley, Jose etc is SHAMEFUL on their part. Fml.

[Jordan.]

The fact that Balor is now in the same league as Crews, Ryder, Rawley, Jose etc is SHAMEFUL on their part. Fml.

And this is apparantely them giving the audience what they want :skull:

[LaLaLand]

Oh my GOD

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Also, SD! spoilers (taped this evening):

- The New Day had a celebration where they announced they’ll be in the Royal Rumble.

- Samoe Joe def. Jeff Hardy to earn a spot in a Fatal 5-Way main event that will determine Daniel Bryan’s next WWE title challenger.

- AJ Styles and Shane McMahon teased a confrontation backstage when Styles acted like he was going to go after Vince McMahon again.

- Shinsuke Nakamura interrupted Rusev celebrating his U.S. championship victory, leaving both he and Lana hurt in the ring.

- Sonya Deville def. Naomi after they teased it being Mandy Rose. There was a distraction, and apparently a picture of Rose in just a towel on the Titantron.

-Randy Orton and Mustafa Ali got backstage segments talking about the main event Fatal 5-Way, which they, too, are in.

-John Cena made his return, and Becky Lynch interrupted him to say she’s The Man now and taking his spot. Andrade Almas and Zelina Vega came out and that set up a tag team match. In said match, Cena was going to beat Almas but Becky tossed him out and submitted Vega instead.

-They did a backstage segment with Triple H talking to Asuka, Carmella, Becky Lynch, and Charlotte Flair about determining the next top contender to the SmackDown women’s title. They’ll figure it out later.

-AJ Styles won the Fatal 5-Way main event to set up a WWE championship match against Daniel Bryan at Royal Rumble. He won by pinning Randy Orton. The match also included Mustafa Ali, Rey Mysterio, and Samoa Joe.

[themiz]

Women's Tag Titles have officially been announced

For Raw & smackdown live?

[Denver]

For Raw & smackdown live?

It's not yet clear

[themiz]

It's not yet clear

If it is both brands then Camila and R Truth for smackdown Live as its what the wwe universe. Wants.

[LaLaLand]

Ugh SD! >>>

Just so much more enjoyable and easier to watch than Raw.

[LaLaLand]

"Mean" Gene Okerlund has passed away aged 76. :(

Link (https://www.wwe.com/article/mean-gene-okerlund-passes-away?fbclid=IwAR2_vd6kMIq4JUxQp_Um3QY8gLgD-lXjPmJSSAqlGMKJL4GSib_vnVHInqQ)

[Calderyon]

If it is both brands then Camila and R Truth for smackdown Live as its what the wwe universe. Wants.

R Truth is a woman now?

[Denver]

AJ Styles may quit for All Elite apparently

He next contract will possible be his last ever and he wants it to make him a lot of money

[Black Dagger]

He can go to a company that won't exist in 18 months then.

[Denver]

He can go to a company that won't exist in 18 months then.

If it is managed right it could be a big threat to WWE many years down the line

[Liam-]

Nothing will ever come close to being a treat to the WWE.

It’ll flop within 2 years.

[Braden]

The gay community will be glad to see the back of him.

[Liam-]

Why? :suspect:

[RileyH]

What on earth is All Elite lmao

[Braden]

Why? :suspect:

He has a nice arse.

No, I'm kidding. He did an interview waaaay back and some random phoned in to tell AJ that he had a following from The Gay Community, which he sounded pretty surprised and disgusted by.

Never really liked him since I found out, tbh. Pretty overrated wrestler anyway, imho.

[LaLaLand]

What on earth is All Elite lmao

Cody Rhodes & the Young Bucks new company. I think it'll obviously take time but they'll surprise people. Most people are just willing to try anything that isn't WWE at the moment from the looks of it, tired of the product. Which is why ROH/Japan are so popular right now.

WWE can barely fill 75% of regular arenas nowadays sadly, whereas All-In was a HUGE success and Cody and co have managed to sell out the G1 supercard show at Madison Square Garden off the back of that without hardly any promo whatsoever and in record sales time.

Gone are the days when you'd have to race to get tickets to RAW/SD! tapings, they can't even give them away it seems.

If not a direct WWE "rival", it certainly feels like the days of the territories again which can only be a good thing for pro wrestling in the long-run.

[SherzyK]

https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.bbc.co.uk/news/amp/entertainment-arts-46740603

:bawling:

[Jordan.]

Is it bad I'm kinda stanning this storyline of Mandy Rose being a homewrecker :skull:

[RileyH]

Is it bad I'm kinda stanning this storyline of Mandy Rose being a homewrecker :skull:

It's the reason I'm perching for the first time in months

[RileyH]

Cody Rhodes & the Young Bucks new company. I think it'll obviously take time but they'll surprise people. Most people are just willing to try anything that isn't WWE at the moment from the looks of it, tired of the product. Which is why ROH/Japan are so popular right now.

WWE can barely fill 75% of regular arenas nowadays sadly, whereas All-In was a HUGE success and Cody and co have managed to sell out the G1 supercard show at Madison Square Garden off the back of that without hardly any promo whatsoever and in record sales time.

Gone are the days when you'd have to race to get tickets to RAW/SD! tapings, they can't even give them away it seems.

If not a direct WWE "rival", it certainly feels like the days of the territories again which can only be a good thing for pro wrestling in the long-run.

Oh I assumed it was one of the indie brands no one's ever heard of :skull:

A scream @ how successful Cody has been since leaving tho

[Jordan.]

It's the reason I'm perching for the first time in months

Everyone is acting sensitive about it online but idc it's been entertaining so far

[Braden]

Naomi vs Mandy will be feud of the year :love:

[LaLaLand]

This whole Mandy thing is awesome, it feels very Attitude Era, especially the photo she sent him.

Terri Runnels vibes >>>

Actually, PMS vibes with Sonya [Jacqueline]. Keep it coming!

[arista]

"Mean" Gene Okerlund has passed away aged 76. :(

Link (https://www.wwe.com/article/mean-gene-okerlund-passes-away?fbclid=IwAR2_vd6kMIq4JUxQp_Um3QY8gLgD-lXjPmJSSAqlGMKJL4GSib_vnVHInqQ)


He was great
Will be missed

[LaLaLand]

There are rumblings that there are quite a number of WWE Superstars genuinely wanting to defect to the new AEW and new contract negotiations will be underway soon to those wanting to leave, with big money probably being thrown their way for them to stay put.

As mentioned above, AJ Styles is one of them.

Tye Dillinger, Zack Ryder and Dolph Ziggler also.

Jim Ross, Chris Jericho and Goldberg are also expected to linked.

[Jordan.]

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:eyes:

[Liam-]

A memorial service to a chorus of boos, wonderful

[LaLaLand]

So they're basically using the death of a loved legend to reintegrate that vile man back into the company? Disgusting.

I hope he gets booed out of the building, memorial or not.

[JerseyWins]

Just randomly saw this and wanted to comment. Good segment!

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So Becky Lynch has improved on the mic since months ago when she was a face (I'm thinking she's kind of back to a face now but with her new different character?). But her mic skills still need work. It feels a bit too forced and, like, OTT acting. :shrug:

For comparison in this segment... Celina Vega's GOT IT... that's natural mic work right there at its finest! :clap1: :clap1: :clap1:

[JerseyWins]

Execution aside (which was decent compared to what I used to see from her), Becky's lines and just her character in general now are on point :clap1:

[JerseyWins]

Just randomly saw this and wanted to comment. Good segment!

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So Becky Lynch has improved on the mic since months ago when she was a face (I'm thinking she's kind of back to a face now but with her new different character?). But her mic skills still need work. It feels a bit too forced and, like, OTT acting. :shrug:

For comparison in this segment... Celina Vega's GOT IT... that's natural mic work right there at its finest! :clap1: :clap1: :clap1:
Also side note, even just from the thumbnail, Cena is looking kinda rough now. :skull: Nicki did that eh? :joker:

But I didn't mind him on the mic in this segment either!

[LaLaLand]

That was a definite "passing of the torch" moment imo. Becky is now one of the top faces of WWE overall. A main draw.

I hope to see Almas as a champion soon too. Guy's incredible.

[LaLaLand]

First 10 entrants in the Women's RR have been officially announced:

1. Natalya
2. Bayley
3. Sasha Banks
4. Ember Moon
5. Ruby Riott
6. Liv Morgan
7. Sarah Logan
8. Mandy Rose
9. Sonya Deville
10. Carmella

Obvs the RAW and SD! Champs will not be in the match so unless Becky defeats Asuka, both Asuka and Rousey will not be competing.

Who do you think will be the surprises/NXT/legends this time? They pretty much used their big female legend names in last year's match and Evolution's BR so it'll be interesting to see if there's more of a focus on NXT/NXT UK this time.

With all current MR women (non-champs) that makes 23 obvious entrants with 6 vacant.

Can probably see Toni Storm, Rhea Ripley, Shayna Baszler, Nikki Cross and Lacey Evans being in the match. Maybe Io Shirai too.

[Liam-]

I’d be here for a Melina return tbh, it’s about time

[LaLaLand]

^^ Agreed, Victoria too.

[Denver]

I think Lita and Trish if the rumoured Women's Tag title match at Mania is true as they will want seeds planted

[LaLaLand]

Ughhh can we have another 5 year break from Trish and bloody Lita.

I'd rather have Ivory and Alundra Blayze over them and they were @ Evolution.

[Denver]

Well no we can't because we need iconic first tag champs

[Liam-]

Yeah I’m tired of Lita and Trish now, we need to stop being sent back in time when it comes to champions, especially in this ‘fresh start’

[LaLaLand]

Well no we can't because we need iconic first tag champs

You said it! :hehe:

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[Liam-]

You said it! :hehe:

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God I love them

[Denver]

Also Victoria has confirmed she will retire this year so maybe one more WWE stint like a few have done in recent times

[LaLaLand]

If they let her backstage this time, for some reason WWE have a grudge against her and are shunning her, to the confusion of fans and V herself. Which is why she wasn't at last year's RR/Evolution/the RAW anniversary etc.

[Denver]

I think Kaitlyn is a certainty though

[Liam-]

I’d lowkey be perched for a Summer Rae return as well, I always had a soft spot for her she was a scream

[LaLaLand]

I’d lowkey be perched for a Summer Rae return as well, I always had a soft spot for her she was a scream

Remember just how popular she was bitd? In NXT she was amazing and then was so over with Fandango.

She's a red head now! :shocked:

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[Liam-]

She was beyond wasted during her time there, it would be great to see her come back and make a bigger impact, she looks amazing as a red head as well :love:

[LaLaLand]

While we're on the topic of women can we just discuss what Priscilla Kelly did to her opponent recently... I don't know whether to mark out or puke, I mean... It's different...

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[Jordan.]

While we're on the topic of women can we just discuss what Priscilla Kelly did to her opponent recently... I don't know whether to mark out or puke, I mean... It's different...

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Welp I saw this, it's messy af but I think the level of criticism she's recieved has been a tad over the top. As if this isn't the same industry that has seen Joey Ryan using his dick as a finisher and Triple H having sex with a corpse :skull:

[RileyH]

Since when was she a wrestler
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[Jordan.]

I’d lowkey be perched for a Summer Rae return as well, I always had a soft spot for her she was a scream

Here for this. Would also low key like to see CAMERON get a spot, they did her dirty with her release

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[LaLaLand]

Since when was she a wrestler
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Few years now, she's great. Was even in this year's Mae Young Classic.

[Denver]

Kenny Omego is looking likely to debut at RR but it may come a bit to soon

[Black Dagger]

His contract hasn't even ran out yet.

[Denver]

He said he has done with the company and has teased going to the WWE

[Denver]

Doesn't his contract rumour this month anyway

[Liam-]

As if he won’t be signing with AEW

[Ramsay]

His contract runs out after the Royal Rumble I think

[Tony Montana]

I haven't watched WWE in a Long Time, Back then I used to be such a Die Hard Wrestling Fan

I would always watch Smackdown and Raw and every Pay-per-view event


Those were the days

[LaLaLand]

If Omega doesn't go to AEW (yano, his best friends' company) then I'll be very, VERY shocked.

[JerseyWins]

Wtf is this Jinder Mahal / Alicia Fox thing? :skull:

[Jordan.]

My god that Sasha/Nia match was PAINFUL to watch. This RAW started off great then took a rapid fall off a cliff :skull:

[Braden]

Sasha finally getting the push she deserves. She's the kind of opponent I've been waiting for Ronda to wrestle with (aside from Becky and Charlotte.)

[Denver]

Sasha has been pushed for years haha

[Braden]

Sasha has been pushed for years haha

I know, bish, but I've only started watching since last year's Royal Rumble and she's basically been wallpaper ever since

[Liam-]

The fact that Sasha has been put on the sideline for so long for the likes of Nia and Nattie is horrific, I’m glad she’s finally getting something

[JerseyWins]

Yep Sasha Banks neeeeeds her time. Preferably as a heel but either way. (Which is she right now anyway?)

[Liam-]

Think she’s meant to be a babyface, but the majority hate what they’re doing with her and Bayley so it’s an odd one, she’s always been much better as a he’ll, that’s when she’s at her best, we need 2019 to be the year of the heel boss tbh

[Denver]

Every run she had as women's champion was boring

[Denver]

She works better as a team right now

[Denver]

And Nattie doesn't get pushed enough

[Liam-]

Every run she had only lasted about 3 weeks because they lick Charlotte’s asshole

[Denver]

The only Horsewoman who actually had a great Reign was Becky

[Jordan.]

Can't see this Ronda/Sasha match being anymore than just filler before WM. Here for it though as it's at least a refreshing match up.

[Braden]

Sasha > anyone else in the women's division

Yes, even Becky.

[Jordan.]

Sasha > anyone else in the women's division

Yes, even Becky.

When she stops falling on her head and neck every match maybe :omgno:

[Braden]

When she stops falling on her head and neck every match maybe :omgno:

Lukewarm tea is still tea, right?

[Denver]

Nobody even comes close to Becky as the whole package although Asuka is similar maybe even better in the ring

[Braden]

I think Becky is definitely a star, but everything from Sasha's look, entrance music, in-ring ability, etc. is really captivating. tbh, I'm a natural contrarian so I never initially got behind the Becky love, but when she turned heel at Summerslam I totally got on board with the hype. On the other hand, there's something about Sasha that is really alluring and just exudes stardom. I love watching her, and it's a shame she's been buried in random matches against The Riott Squad (who I also really like...just saying) and being utilised badly because I think she's probably my favourite female wrestler at the moment (which has always been hard to figure out because so many of the female talent is bringing it in WWE.)

[Liam-]

I think Becky is definitely a star, but everything from Sasha's look, entrance music, in-ring ability, etc. is really captivating. tbh, I'm a natural contrarian so I never initially got behind the Becky love, but when she turned heel at Summerslam I totally got on board with the hype. On the other hand, there's something about Sasha that is really alluring and just exudes stardom. I love watching her, and it's a shame she's been buried in random matches against The Riott Squad (who I also really like...just saying) and being utilised badly because I think she's probably my favourite female wrestler at the moment (which has always been hard to figure out because so many of the female talent is bringing it in WWE.)

This for me also, I love Becky right now, she’s definitely the best thing in the company, but Sasha has always been my favourite, she’s scary af to watch wrestle, but she’s everything I like in a female wrestler and deserves much more!

[LaLaLand]

Y'all fawning over Sasha and I'm here waiting for Mandy's push and Asuka to turn heel again, preferably with her Japan evil clown facepaint and blood mists.

[Denver]

Sonya is slept upon

[Liam-]

Y'all fawning over Sasha and I'm here waiting for Mandy's push and Asuka to turn heel again, preferably with her Japan evil clown facepaint and blood mists.

Heel Asuka needs to happen ASAP, as long as they don’t **** her up like they did with Nakamura

[LaLaLand]

The potential of heel Asuka ladies and gents:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/C2AHTYmXEAAe17k.jpg
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[Braden]

I'm here for a Mandy or Sonya push and Asuka turning heel, tbh.

There definitely seemed to be hype around Sonya around the time of the battle royale that Asuka won before TLC. It was nice to see her come close to a title shot. However, when it comes to pushes, I personally can't wait for Ruby to get either one of the Women's titles while Liv and Sarah hold the tag titles.

[Braden]

This for me also, I love Becky right now, she’s definitely the best thing in the company, but Sasha has always been my favourite, she’s scary af to watch wrestle, but she’s everything I like in a female wrestler and deserves much more!

Taste recognises taste.

[Black Dagger]

Every run she had as women's champion was boring

Lmao. All of her reigns combined equal about a month.

[LaLaLand]

3 more entrants confirmed for the Women's Royal Rumble:

1. Natalya
2. Bayley
3. Sasha Banks
4. Ember Moon
5. Ruby Riott
6. Liv Morgan
7. Sarah Logan
8. Mandy Rose
9. Sonya Deville
10. Carmella
11. Alicia Fox
12. Naomi
13. Zelina Vega

[Denver]

Chris Jericho and Neville assigned for AEW

[JerseyWins]

1) What is AEW??

2) Can Zelina Vega wrestle? If she can, SHE should be getting a big push in the company because that mic work is like Miz-level of the women's division. However, I really do like her as a manager/valet so I'm conflicted there lol. I could see her being one of the greats of the mouth pieces, with the likes of Paul Heyman, etc.

[Denver]

All Elite Wrestling

[Denver]

She is a former TNA Knockouts Tag champ

[Denver]

It looks like WWE have beaten off AEW for Viper who is expected to move to NXT after her contract expires.

[Denver]

She is the perfect Female Monster character if she is given a good direction

[LaLaLand]

Viper <333

I hope she can stay as Viper though, or "Vyper" knowing copyright, we can differentiate between her and Randy fgs. "Piper Niven" is not a fitting name for her at all, way too plain for a woman like her.

[Jordan.]

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Eva getting a mention the minute she's back in the media :skull:

[Denver]

According to the rumour that has surfaced, Jason Jordan is doing a lot better than he once was. But at the same time, he has not attained full use of his hands thus far.

The rumour goes on to say that he has trouble making a fist with one hand and also with gripping power. However, it does seem like the talented WWE superstar is on the mend and that he should be returning to full health sometime in the future. It remains to be seen if his return can indeed take place in 2019 or not..

[Braden]

I re-watched the Women's Royal Rumble last night and it made me so excited for the 27th. They only scratched the surface of what they're capable of, and as the roster grows stronger and the storylines develop, each year will only get more and more enjoyable.

[LaLaLand]

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Well if he can't make a fist he's got a long way to go, that's early stage recovery usually. I don't ever see him back tbh. His injury is clearly super severe and any small awkward bump could leave him paralysed or worse. Not worth it JJ, move on.

[LaLaLand]

I re-watched the Women's Royal Rumble last night and it made me so excited for the 27th. They only scratched the surface of what they're capable of, and as the roster grows stronger and the storylines develop, each year will only get more and more enjoyable.

Right? Super excited, can't wait to see who the surprise spots are. Hope they recruit wisely!!

[Denver]

I heard a rumour on the women's Rumble that Becky will lose her title match but win the rumble as a surprise entrant and challenge Ronda

[LaLaLand]

I heard a rumour on the women's Rumble that Becky will lose her title match but win the rumble as a surprise entrant and challenge Ronda

It's what we deserve :clap2:

I reckon we could get a "double win" storyline (like RR 2000 Rock/Big Show). Becky and Charlotte are last 2, they eliminate each other same time, nobody can gauge who's feet landed first... BOTH challenge Ronda at Mania and we get the Triple Threat that's been rumoured.

[Jordan.]

Anyone watching Takeover: Blackpool?

[Jordan.]

Holy **** :omgno:

[Black Dagger]

I'm shook.

[LaLaLand]

Holy **** :omgno:

What's happened!? :conf:

I couldn't find a stream so will catch up later! :bawling::bawling:

[Black Dagger]

What's happened!? :conf:

I couldn't find a stream so will catch up later! :bawling::bawling:

Devlin took out Banks and got cocky on the mic and issued an open challenge so Balor has come out.

[LaLaLand]

:omgno:

[LaLaLand]

All I'm seeing is 100% positive reviews so far, hopefully this means they'll be able to brach out to bigger venues. Would love to see them fill out arenas like Liverpool/Manc in future. Great brand!

[Black Dagger]

I'm a bit apathetic about the brand. Double weekly shows don't help in an era of having so much wrestling content but yeah tonight has been a good show so far.

[LaLaLand]

Rhea Ripley is just everything. Phwoar.

[LaLaLand]

That main event! Take a bow!! :clap2::clap2::clap2::clap2::clap2::clap2:

[Jordan.]

https://i.imgur.com/SwPkz92.jpg?1

How stunning are these belts tho? The right team won them too :clap1:

Was a really solid PPV and definitely got me more invested in the brand going forward.

[LaLaLand]

https://i.imgur.com/SwPkz92.jpg?1

How stunning are these belts tho? The right team won them too :clap1:

Was a really solid PPV and definitely got me more invested in the brand going forward.

They're so beautiful. "Proper" wrestling titles. Trips is just killing it. I'm 100% going to the next TakeOver when/where ever that may be and probably as many as I can get to after that.

I'm so pumped for WALTER in NXT: UK too. Flair who!?

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[BBfanUSA]

Eva Marie is on the US celeb Big Brother. Someone spotted her filming her VT eariler this week (But I don't think she leaked it herself, it was at a gym with a open door policy)

Really like the UK Takeover, liking how the brand is starting off so far, even if I don't watch the weekly product.

(There's no new ep next wednesday it seems but they recorded three new eps today and will film more in Phoenix during Rumble Weekend)

I also went to a NXT House Show recently. Kids were annoying as hell behind me, otherwise was a great time. Riddle, Dijakovic, Ohno, LeRae, Gargano, Dream, Sane, Baszler, TUE, Ricochet, Black, and Ciampa were there. Main Event was Black/Ricochet vs Reeves/Ciampa, best match was Dream (Most over) vs Gargano though, really liked that Humberto Carillio guy too, tagged with Heavy Machinery.

Reeves actually wasn't that bad too, was really funny.

[LaLaLand]

Lars Sullivan was supposed to have debuted a few weeks ago on RAW in a dark match but either no-showed or arrived at the arena and was sent home due to a panic attack.

So, officials talked with him and "smoothed things out and everything was fine" and his match was rescheduled for the following night's SD!... but Lars once again couldn't attend and instead flew home from Florida to Colorado (disputed, some reports are claiming he just no-showed that night too - below).

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He's rumoured to be Cena's WrestleMania opponent but if his anxiety keeps taking over like this, who knows what will happen now.

Heavy Machinery debuted in a dark match after SD! recently, EC3 and Lacey on Main Event and Nikki has been touring with SD! for a long time now on and off so technically all call-ups bar Lars have "arrived".

[LaLaLand]

EC3 and now Nikki Cross on RAW!! :omgno:

[Not official, all incoming call-ups can appear on both shows until they confirm their position, weirdly].

Lacey Evans backstage just talking in the background with Dana and Mickie wtf :laugh2:

[LaLaLand]

Women's Tag Titles unveiled on Raw during Moment of Bliss. At Elimination Chamber, 3 teams from Raw and 3 teams from SmackDown will compete inside the chamber for the VERY FIRST WOMEN’S TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS. :love:

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[Denver]

I feel Nia and Tamina will win

[Liam-]

Those titles are very NJPW, I love them

[Jordan.]

Women's Tag Titles unveiled on Raw during Moment of Bliss. At Elimination Chamber, 3 teams from Raw and 3 teams from SmackDown will compete inside the chamber for the VERY FIRST WOMEN’S TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS. :love:

This is what we deserve :clap1:

[Denver]

So apparently Banks and Bayley vs Trish and Lita for the tag titles is still happening at Mania

[Jordan.]

So apparently Banks and Bayley vs Trish and Lita for the tag titles is still happening at Mania

This is what we don't

[Liam-]

Axe Lita and Trish, they were good for one or two matches, no more please, let’s focus on progression and giving new talent a chance.

[LaLaLand]

Imagine if they put The Bellas in the EC :skull: Not here for them.

NO LITA AND TRISH EITHER!

New titles for CURRENT COMPETITORS.

[LaLaLand]

Has anyone noticed how since Vince McMahon is back really "commanding" the product the last few weeks because of poor ratings suddenly the two hot blondes of the company are having "Attitude Era Diva moments"?

First this whole Mandy in a towel thing and then last night the guy walking in on Alexa Bliss half naked.

Vince you dirty old man! :laugh2:

[Jordan.]

It works with Mandy because of her 'seductive' persona but the Alexa segment was awkward af

[Denver]

We want Lita and Trish winning the EC

[Jordan.]

"Andrade"

Smh bring back his full name

[Liam-]

Almas/Mysterio was the best match on a raw or smackdown for a long time oh my, they need to push Almas ASAP

[Liam-]

And Mandy Rose is a legend idec

[Denver]

The Revival have asked to be release from their contracts

[LaLaLand]

The Revival have asked to be release from their contracts

Don't blame them. They've been treated appallingly on the main roster, they were GOATs in NXT and the potential is endless. World class tag team too good for this company tbh.

[Liam-]

If true I’m surprised it took them so long, they’ve been done dirty for way too long, to AEW they go

[Ramsay]

I see Ringside News are reporting it so it's probably not true

[Calderyon]

Hopefully many others decide to leave WWE as well.

[LaLaLand]

Tbh a tag team exodus could be likely. Revival, Ascension, The Colons, Gallows and Anderson and Breezango are all teams I could see having enough.

[Jordan.]

The fact Shane McMahon is getting a tag title match at RR whilst actual teams get nothing explains it all.

[Calderyon]

Tbh a tag team exodus could be likely. Revival, Ascension, The Colons, Gallows and Anderson and Breezango are all teams I could see having enough.

Anyone at the bottom card could go.

Rusev would do well to leave, but that would leave Lana in an awkward position.

[Denver]

Rusev has a title and is getting a push don't think he will go

[LaLaLand]

Mike & Maria Kanellis have reportedly requested their releases "weeks ago"...

Mike and Maria have been unhappy in WWE for a while now as evidenced by the tweet Maria recently sent out complaining about how her husband isn’t on television. She has been doing this for a while too.

Mike Kanellis experienced a tremendous physical transformation over last year, but it didn’t help him get featured on television. Instead, he and Maria were moved to 205 Live. It is possible that a WWE release for Mike and Maria might open another exciting door during a boom in the industry.

Well they want to think themselves lucky that their asses weren't sacked the moment he was found out to be a druggy.

[LaLaLand]

Interesting re: recent Revival rumours...

The Revival could go to All Elite Wrestling. This would mean that WWE needs to let them go first and there is no guarantee that will happen. However, if they do leave WWE The Revival might already have a name in mind for their team.

Dash Wilder, real name Daniel Wheeler filed for a trademark on January 1st this year for “#FTR.” Of course, this means Follow The Revival, Forever The Revival, or another NSFW variation of “F,” but it became famous because of the Being The Elite series. Interestingly enough, The Revival has also been sporting #FTR on their gear recently too.

You can see a document Ringside News has been able to obtain below thanks to Bodyslam’s Cassidy Haynes. This proves that there might have been some momentum and preparation for The Revival’s WWE exit since New Year’s Day.

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[LaLaLand]

If rumours are true, we saw the last of Dolph Ziggler the other week when he got beat up by McIntyre. He's on his way out of the company apparently.

[LaLaLand]

Nikki Cross and Killian Dain have got married - never even knew they were a couple! Congrats!!

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[Denver]

So every female in the RR will be confirmed tomorrow so there will be no surprise entrants this year unless say Becky attacked someone to take their place

[LaLaLand]

Here for it tbh if we see some NXT/UK girls involved.

I can imagine Becky attacking #30 Carmella before she comes out. Mella and Truth being #30 is a joke anyway so here for it to be partly scrapped.

[LaLaLand]

I'm tracking and listing the Women's RR announcements on Twitter, 7 so far, they're re-announcing ones we already know with new ones, one every 30 mins... This is gonna drag...

[LaLaLand]

Phew they're not announcing everyone thank God, 21 have been announced altogether from tonight and previously, leaving 9 surprise entrants.

1. Carmella (#30)
2. Ember Moon
3. Natalya
4. Bayley
5. Ruby Riott
6. Liv Morgan
7. Sarah Logan
8. Mandy Rose
9. Sonya Deville
10. Alicia Fox
11. Zelina Vega
12. Naomi
13. Mickie James
14. Billie Kay
15. Peyton Royce
16. Charlotte Flair
17. Tamina
18. Dana Brooke
19. Lana
20. Nia Jax
21. Nikki Cross

[Denver]

Matt Hardy has said he isn't retired and has been medically cleared to wrestle.

Royal Rumble Surprise incoming?

[RileyH]

Phew they're not announcing everyone thank God, 21 have been announced altogether from tonight and previously, leaving 9 surprise entrants.

Nikki Bella snatching another Final 2? :love:

[LaLaLand]

Realistically these could be the 9 "surprises":

22. Lacey Evans - pretty much a given with her call up
23. Shayna Baszler - NXT Champ (or may not be on the night)
24. Toni Storm - MYC winner/UK Champ
25. Rhea Ripley - Inaugural UK Champ
26. Maria Kanellis - just because she's under contract
27. Io Shirai - MYC runner-up
28. Kairi Sane - just because
29. Bianca Belair - TakeOver challenger
30. Kaitlyn - returned for MYC

Give or take some and we could maybe see Alundra Blayze (missed out on last year due to arm injury) and Ivory (latest HoF female inductee). Can also see, if Baszler is in it, her two henchwomen helping her out whilst not being in the match officially. Teasing more of the 4HW vs. 4HW match.

Would love to see Victoria in it. They're doing her dirty!

[Denver]

I wouldn't be surprised to see Lita and Trish to set up a fuss with Banks and Bayley

[LaLaLand]

Not here for it, give others a chance.

OH wait, I forgot Alexa Bliss. She'll no doubt be in, cleared to compete a few weeks ago after her concussion.

[Jordan.]

The same legends returning every year would be dull af and ruins the novelty of it. I'd be here for Jonnii's list tbh.

[LaLaLand]

K so Alexa and Lacey have just confirmed they're competing in the RR on RAW.

So, that leaves 7 surprise/TBC entrants. Excitement is building!

[LaLaLand]

Ryder & Hawkins back together? :clap2:

[Denver]

Rumours that Cyndi Lauper is finally being inducted into HOF

[SherzyK]

Rumours that Cyndi Lauper is finally being inducted into HOF

Not here for it tbh. Until Chyna gets inducted then I don’t really mind

[Denver]

Cyndi will be the Celeb induction and should have been inducted a long time ago

[SherzyK]

I think Maria Menounos is more deserving as far as Celeb inductions go. Shaq or Mayweather would also be too

[Black Dagger]

I think Maria Menounos is more deserving as far as Celeb inductions go. Shaq or Mayweather would also be too

How the hell is Maria more deserving over the woman that plays a major part in WWE being as successful as it is lol

[SherzyK]

How the hell is Maria more deserving over the woman that plays a major part in WWE being as successful as it is lol

Just my perogative :laugh:

I don’t remember Cyndi being in WWE that much, apart from accompanying Wendi Richter :shrug:

I know Maria was in a tag match at Wrestlemania 28 and she talks about wwe on some talk shows

[Ramsay]

Cyndi and Mr T are probably two of the main reasons that Wrestlemania 1 was such a success so yes she's way more deserving than someone who talks about WWE on some talk shows lmao

[SherzyK]

If that’s the case then by all means, induct her but I’m not even old enough to remember any who she was and what she contributed to WWE. I’ve just seen more of Maria is all :laugh:

[LaLaLand]

Cyndi at long last! Way overdue!

[SherzyK]

Has it been confirmed if Undertaker is in the hall of fame?

[Denver]

Lita, Trish and Velveteen Dream are expected to be surprise RR entrants

[LaLaLand]

Lita, Trish and Velveteen Dream are expected to be surprise RR entrants

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[LaLaLand]

They do realise they have other popular "legends" they can have not just those two? The surprise element has worn off with them.

Meanwhile Victoria, Melina, Ivory, Madusa, Jazz (if they pay her off), KHARMA etc all sit at home.

[Denver]

Lita deserves to be champion again and that is just a fact of life

[Jordan.]

They do realise they have other popular "legends" they can have not just those two? The surprise element has worn off with them.

.

I'd rather no legends return than see the same few copied and pasted every year.

[Jordan.]

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:think:

[LaLaLand]

Interestiiiiiiiing

[Liam-]

.

I'd rather no legends return than see the same few copied and pasted every year.

Seconded

[Black Dagger]

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:think:

I think they will eventually try out anybody who has charisma in commentary roles while they have nothing creative going for them. He's going to be really good imo.

[LaLaLand]

Mike & Maria are NOT on the road with WWE currently AND their Valentine's Day WWE Network special has been pulled too.

[Braden]

What's Maria's role been in the company since her return?

[LaLaLand]

What's Maria's role been in the company since her return?

She and Mike are now on 205 Live after a really rocky time with the company.

[Braden]

She and Mike are now on 205 Live after a really rocky time with the company.

Thanks. I was genuinely curious because I'd only seen her during Evolution when I've been watching since January.

[LaLaLand]

Yeah well they're barely used on 205 though, they kind of appeared and then vanished again.

Apparently they want out of WWE but she's denied it on Twitter. She's still pissed that they didn't use him more when she was on maternity leave I think, but tbh she's kind of the "draw" of the pair so in their eyes they probably think that without her, there's no him yano? They weren't around enough to begin with to solidify him as a competitor and/or his character to be able for him to have a solo push without her imo.

[Braden]

Ouch, it must be bad if Maria of all people is the draw. Feel bad because I haven't actually watched Mike wrestle.

[Liam-]

Ouch, it must be bad if Maria of all people is the draw. Feel bad because I haven't actually watched Mike wrestle.

Don’t you’re not missing much, Maria is definitely the draw, she’s gotten so much better since her first stint

[Braden]

Don’t you’re not missing much, Maria is definitely the draw, she’s gotten so much better since her first stint

I wasn't going to anyway, so I don't know why I said I felt bad, lmao. It really surprises me that Maria is a draw, but then I guess the only reason I know Mike is because of Maria. She was a surprise during the Battle Royale at Evolution, but she always tends to get a mild reception so god knows what opinion on Mike is like if she's the draw.

I don't really know what purpose she and Maryse serve on the roster at the moment.

[Black Dagger]

Mike stood out in Impact/Indies because he was a "WWE archetype" in a different scenario. He became just another man once he made the jump.

[Denver]

Abyss and Sonjay Duty are set to sign for WWE

[Liam-]

Abyss would never sign with WWE

[Jordan.]

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These 2 :flutter: Victoria cringing at her dancing gimmick had me screaming

[Jordan.]

Loved some of the random facts in that interview too, Molly stealing the Widows Peak from Roderick Strong and giving it to Victoria :skull:

[Denver]

Abyss would never sign with WWE
He already left TNA

[LaLaLand]

_EBAT3a0vGA

These 2 :flutter: Victoria cringing at her dancing gimmick had me screaming

I was literally just watching this! LOVE these two, future HoF'ers for sure.

Would absolutely love to see Victoria appear on Sunday but apparently she's wrestling Melina in Memphis on the Saturday night, so both of their chances of appearing a very slim due to distance/time. Imagine if both have been asked and are gonna travel together to the Rumble after their match? I'd mark out.

[LaLaLand]

Abyss and Sonjay Duty are set to sign for WWE

Here for both of these tbh. Especially Sonjay.

[Denver]

Here for both of these tbh. Especially Sonjay.
Not sure if it's in ring talent or producers but Abyss would get a massive RR pop

[Liam-]

He would get a massive pop, but I just can’t see it happening, I think he’s at the point of being passed it now, ever since the whole Joseph Park thing anyway, Abyss V Undertaker at Mania would be a dream though.

[Black Dagger]

A dream in 2006 maybe lol.

[Denver]

Ronda will apparently leave after WM.

She was only ever signed to a one year deal not the multi year as said

[Denver]

Also they are planning to overhaul the tag team division and make it interesting again

[Denver]

I've heard they plan on teaming up Sin Cars and Rey Mysterio

[LaLaLand]

Ronda will apparently leave after WM.

She was only ever signed to a one year deal not the multi year as said

So much for 4HW vs. 4HW, unless she just comes back for a one-off. :shrug:

[LaLaLand]

Here for a Sin Cara and Mysterio team :clap2:

[LaLaLand]

Victoria and Melina have 100% not been contacted for a Rumble appearance apparently, and are instead wrestling each other in a tiny high school gym in Maryland the night before to a crowd of about 50 people probs.

Shameful tbh on WWE's part.

[LaLaLand]

If I sign up for a free month of the WWE Network I can watch TakeOver and the Rumble right? On my TV?

[Jordan.]

Victoria and Melina have 100% not been contacted for a Rumble appearance apparently, and are instead wrestling each other in a tiny high school gym in Maryland the night before to a crowd of about 50 people probs.

Shameful tbh on WWE's part.

This will be a lit match, their loss.

[LaLaLand]

True Jordan!

[Denver]

The Bella's have thankfully not been contacted or thought about for the RR