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Being part of famous wrestling families like Harts can have drawbacks, as seen through Natalya's experiences. Hardships in WWE due to controversies may affect career opportunities even for those from wrestling dynasties.

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John Cena vs Brock Lesnar Trilogy Tease Heats Up: WWE Eyes September 20 Showdown and Possible Crown Jewel Rematch

Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Radio has been telling listeners that WWE is planning John Cena vs Brock Lesnar for an as-yet-unannounced premium live event on Saturday, September 20.

Jimmy Uso News / Larry Brown Sports / August 19

WWE star Naomi relinquishes title after announcing personal news

WWE star Naomi has announced she is stepping down as the Women’s World Champion, and she has an exciting reason for doing so.

Chris Jericho’s AEW future in doubt, could WWE be next?

Chris Jericho News / NY Fights / August 19

WWE Insider Shares Update On Chris Jericho Contract Ahead Of Potential WWE Return

Former AEW World Champion Chris Jericho’s recent absence from the company has fueled speculation surrounding a potential return to his former company, WWE.

Jade Cargill News / NY Fights / August 19

Jade Cargill: 'We Wanted to Use Mace' At Evolution 2025

Jade Cargill and Naomi recently finished their months-long feud at Evolution 2025 in a No Holds Barred match. Bianca Belair was the special guest referee for this match.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / August 19

Kevin Nash Responds to Bret Hart's SummerSlam Seat Controversy

WWE promised Bret Hart a seat at SummerSlam 2025 but didn't deliver. Kevin Nash clarified that neither he nor Hart had seats; refused to attend due to past issues.

Adam Page News / Wrestling on SI / August 19

The Young Bucks Reveal One Key Trait That Helped Make Adam Page A Star In AEW

Adam Page is a multiple-time champion in AEW, the current AEW World Champion, and has been a part of some of the most memorable matches and moments in company history.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

NXT Superstars Due For a Shot On the WWE Main Roster

WWE has wrestlers who captivate audiences worldwide. Some are constant main-eventers in weekly shows and premium live events. Roman Reigns, Jey Uso, Bron Breakker, Seth Rollins, and Bronson Reed were the highlights of a recent Raw episode.

Triple H News / The Sportster / August 19

Shane McMahon's Awkward Encounter With Former WWE Superstar At Hulk Hogan's Funeral

Hulk Hogan passed away suddenly last month, and as you might expect, just about everyone from wrestling history attended his funeral. That includes Matt Riddle, who recently revealed that he had an awkward run-in with Shane McMahon, likely seeing him for the first time since the two of them were backstage together during the 2022 Royal Rumble.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / August 19

Batista And The Rock Square Off In Best Wrestlers Turned Actors List

Let The Animal in. Former WWE World Champion, Batista, is next to strong company on a brand new list that ranks the all-time best pro wrestlers turned actors.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

WWE NXT Preview (8/19/25) – Heatwave Go-Home Show

This week’s episode of WWE NXT will be the go-home show for NXT Heatwave. This week’s show takes place at The Met Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This is the WWE NXT preview for August 19.

Becky Lynch News / The Sportster / August 19

Becky Lynch's Hilarious Reaction To Naomi's Announcement on WWE RAW

Becky Lynch has given her take on Naomi's announcement on RAW after she was forced to relinquish the WWE Women's World Championship. Naomi received massive congratulations from fans, Stephanie McMahon and Adam Pearce, after confirming that she was seven weeks pregnant.

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Chris Jericho News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

Chris Jericho’s AEW Future in Doubt: Could WWE Be Next?

Chris Jericho was one of the most important stars back in 2019 when Tony Khan joined hands with Cody Rhodes to form AEW. Being the inaugural World Champion of AEW, there was immediate star value, legitimacy, and publicity to the brand associated with Jericho.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

Roman Reigns Makes Big Statement on 8/18 WWE Raw

The August 18, 2025 episode of Monday Night Raw opened with one of the hottest acts on the brand, The Vision. Paul Heyman took the microphone and hyped up Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, and Bronson Reed to the audience.

The Undertaker News / Last Word On Sports / August 19

Triple H Reveals The Undertaker’s Surprising Role in AAA

Triple H stunned fans with a revelation nobody saw coming. During a backstage sit-down at AAA TripleMania XXXIII in Mexico City on August 16, he showed how The Undertaker has become one of the big driving forces behind AAA in Mexico.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / August 18

Rey Mysterio Drops Bombshell Promise About Alberto Del Rio’s WWE Return

Wrestling fans, buckle up. Rey Mysterio just threw the wrestling world into complete chaos with one simple statement that has everyone talking. During

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / August 18

Karrion Kross, Scarlett’s ‘very high’ post-WWE release booking rate revealed

If you hope to book former WWE stars Karrion Kross and Scarlett following their release on August 10, 2025, you may have to pay a pretty penny. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports Kross and Scarlett are asking for a “very high price tag” to book them for independent wrestling shows.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / August 18

WWE star Cody Rhodes shocks fans in Street Fighter first look

Pretty soon, fans will see Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes in the upcoming Street Fighter movie, which also stars his former rival, Roman Reigns. One of the movie’s stars, Andrew Schulz, took to his Instagram Stories to post an image of Rhodes on set.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / August 18

WWE star Liv Morgan gets 2026 timeline for return from injury

Former Women’s World Champion and WWE Superstar Liv Morgan has been out for two months with a shoulder injury, but a timeline for her return may have been revealed.

Tony Khan News / Athlon Sports / August 18

Tony Khan Fires Back After Fan Claims WWE Will 'Bring Down' AEW

The founder and co-owner of All Elite Wrestling (AEW), Tony Khan, found a funny way to brush aside the speculation and talk related to the WWE's plans to try to drive his wrestling promotion out of business on Sunday.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / August 18

John Cena Gives Logan Paul a Huge Endorsement Ahead of WWE Clash in Paris Showdown

The WWE Universe has reached the halfway point of John Cena’s retirement tour, with just 11 more appearances remaining before the 17-time World Champion bids farewell in December.

Dominik Mysterio News / Athlon Sports / August 17

Unexpected WWE Superstar Ends Dominik Mysterio’s Shot at AAA Championship

Arena Ciudad de Mexico was the stage for one of the year’s most unexpected moments in pro wrestling as part of AAA's TripleMania XXXIII. AJ Styles appeared unannounced during Saturday's event, grabbing the ref and preventing Dominik Mysterio from completing a pin.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / August 17

TripleMania XXXIII 2025 Results: El Hijo Del Vikingo Wins With The Help of AJ Styles

AAA’s annual TripleMania XXXIII (the promotion’s version of WrestleMania) was live from Mexico City at the Arena CDMX in Azcapotzalco, and while the Ciudad de México (translated as Mexico City Arena) has hosted the yearly event since 2012, this year represented an entirely new era for the company.

CM Punk News / NY Fights / August 17

Matt Riddle Slams CM Punk Again in Recent TMZ Podcast

At one point, Matt Riddle was one of the most highly anticipated wrestlers on WWE’s main roster. Everyone thought that he was a future world champion. Heck, even WWE in 2021 thought that he would eventually win the WWE Championship.