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Hiroshi Tanahashi's Final Opponent Revealed

John Cena isn’t the only wrestler who is on his retirement tour. New Japan Wrestling legend and current president and representative director of the promotion, Hiroshi Tanahashi, is also on his own in-ring retirement tour.

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Major AEW Star Revealed As Hiroshi Tanahashi's Final Opponent

New Japan Pro-Wrestling legend Hiroshi Tanahashi is set to hang up his boots this coming January, and another NJPW icon and top AEW star will ultimately be his final opponent.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / November 8

Drew McIntyre & Nick Aldis Have Heated, F-Bomb Laden Argument After WWE SmackDown

In case you missed it Friday Night on SmackDown, Drew McIntyre has been suspended from WWE and he's pretty pissed off about it. The storyline suspension came moments after the Scottish Warrior ruined the show's main event match between WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and Aleister Black.

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / November 8

“We have the same aura”: Nikki Bella on her chemistry with Stephanie Vaquer

Nikki Bella has expressed nothing but “love” for her experience working alongside Stephanie Vaquer. The two recently formed a tag team. They have quickly built strong chemistry inside the ring.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 8

Chris Jericho To Revive Inner Circle in WWE? - Kevin Owens First Recruit

Chris Jericho loves reinventing himself with new gimmicks, including his heel suit schtick in WWE, but another of his strongest characters in his pro wrestling career was 'The Ocho,' which saw him lead The Inner Circle in AEW.

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / November 8

Maxxine Dupri praises Nikki and Brie Bella: “They’re 1000 times better than I imagined”

Maxxine Dupri recently appeared on the “Insight” podcast. There, she reflected on her memorable experience of working with Nikki Bella during the Battle Royal at WWE Evolution 2025.

Wrestling News / Stadium Rant / November 8

Chelsea Green And Page Conquer USA/Mexico: Canada’s 2 Hot Champs

On the most recent episode of SmackDown, Chelsea Green marked a monumental event, including a title change. With all of the various title matches on the card, which one stands out as special?

John Cena News / Last Word On Sports / November 8

Why John Cena’s Last WWE Survivor Series Needs to Involve WarGames

With only four dates left in John Cena’s retirement tour, WWE should deliver an exciting build for the legend. Recently, Cena announced a 16-man tournament, where the winner will earn the honor of wrestling him in his final match.

Chelsea Green News / FirstSportz / November 8

Chelsea Green Becomes a Double Champion by Dethroning Giulia for the Women’s US Title on SmackDown

It was a heartbreak for Giulia fans as she dropped her WWE women’s US title in an underwhelming manner on this week’s SmackDown. ‘The Beautiful Madness’ got rolled up by Chelsea Green in under 2 minutes.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / November 8

Drew McIntyre Ends up Getting Suspended by Nick Aldis After Attacking Cody Rhodes in SmackDown Main Event

The November 7 episode of SmackDown started with tension already in the air, setting the stage for the chaos Drew McIntyre would cause later in the night.

Chelsea Green News / The Sportster / November 8

Chelsea Green Wins WWE Women's United States Title on SmackDown

WWE Superstar Chelsea Green is a double champion! Green regained her WWE Women’s United States Title during the November 7 episode of WWE SmackDown. So how did she regain the title?

John Cena News / Last Word On Sports / November 8

WWE SmackDown Preview (11/14/25) – John Cena 'The Last Time Is Now' Tournament 1st Round

It’s a massive week for WWE, as the John Cena “The Last Time Is Now” Tournament began with a series of exciting first-round matches, and it continues this Friday night!

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / November 7

Ilja Dragunov Beats Johnny Gargano in Impressive Showing on 11/7 WWE SmackDown

Ilja Dragunov’s run as United States Champion has been filled with lots of great matches so far. After defeating Sami Zayn for the title, he has beaten Aleister Black and Nathan Frazer.

Wrestling News / ESPN / November 7

WWE 'SmackDown' highlights: New champ, McIntyre suspended, what now for Rhodes?

Friday's "SmackDown" left us a new women's champ and questions about the future of the Undisputed WWE Championship.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / November 8

WWE SmackDown 11/7 Recap: Drew McIntyre Suspended & Jade Cargill Delivers A Strong Promo

Friday Night SmackDown, live from the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina, delivered on the ‘semi’ fallout show, tends to be following a significant Saturday show—like a PLE, but in this case, Saturday Night’s Main Event.

Liv Morgan News / The Sportster / November 7

WWE Star Liv Morgan Attends 'Stranger Things' Premiere Amid Injury Recovery

Former WWE Women’s Champion Liv Morgan made her appearance on the red carpet for the final season of Netflix's “Stranger Things.” Here’s the short version of “Stranger Things”: it’s the ‘80s, and a group of friends in Hawkins, Indiana, witness supernatural forces and secret government cover-ups involving a girl named Eleven.

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Wrestling News / The Sportster / November 7

WWE Friday Night SmackDown Results and Recap: Aleister Black Wants His Shot At Cody Rhodes (November 7, 2025)

This article contains results and spoilers from WWE Friday Night SmackDown for November 7, 2025. You have been warned! With Saturday Night's Main Eventin the rear view, Cody Rhodes looks forward to his next challenger for his WWE Undisputed Championship on tonight's Friday Night SmackDown.

John Cena News / Wrestling on SI / November 7

Two New Opening Round Matches Announced For John Cena's 'Last Time Is Now' Tournament

Half of the field for the 'Last Time is Now' Tournament has now been revealed, well, at least for the most part. 16 men are set to compete in the upcoming single elimination competition, with the winner earning the honor of facing John Cena in his final match at Saturday Night's Main Event next month in the Nation's Capital.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / November 7

WWE NXT Star Attacks Alexa Bliss on WWE SmackDown; Aligns With Nia Jax

On the November 7th, 2025 edition of WWE SmackDown, WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Charlotte Flair, accompanied by her partner Alexa Bliss, fought against the “Irresistible Force,” Nia Jax.

Kevin Owens News / Wrestling on SI / November 7

Did Kevin Owens Just Tease A Potential Return To WWE?

Did Kevin Owens just tease his return to WWE? One can only hope. The Prize Fighter has been away from WWE since before WrestleMania 41. He was scheduled to face Randy Orton at 'Showcase of the Immortals' this year, but was pulled from the match because of a neck injury that would require surgery.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / November 7