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Ricochet Responds to AJ Styles AEW Rumors

AJ Styles may be wrestling his final WWE match on Saturday at the WWE Royal Rumble. Styles wanted a rematch with Gunther, and the only way Gunther would agree to it was if Styles put his career on the line.

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Arda Ocal breaks down all the action from "SmackDown" the night before the 2026 Royal Rumble.

Triple H News / Wrestling on SI / January 30

Major Update on Powerhouse Hobbs Ahead of the WWE Royal Rumble

WWE Chief Content Officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque promised a number of surprises at the Royal Rumble on Saturday, and one of them may have just been spoiled.

The Rock News / Wrestling on SI / January 30

The Rock's Daughter Ava Announces She's Leaving WWE

Simone Johnson, a.k.a. Ava, joined WWE in 2020 and would become a member of the faction Schism, alongside Joe Gacy and The Grizzled Young Veterans on NXT.

The Rock News / Last Word On Sports / January 30

'It Has Been an Honor and a Privilege to be Ava': The Rock’s Daughter Announces She is Done with WWE

Simone Johnson (WWE’s Ava Raine) announced on Thursday that Tuesday was her final appearance in WWE as she has left the company. In a statement posted on her Instagram account, the Rock’s daughter announced the news, writing, “This past Tuesday was my last appearance on NXT & subsequently WWE.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 30

CM Punk Predicts Winner of AJ Styles vs Gunther at the WWE Royal Rumble

All eyes are on WWE and the Royal Rumble this weekend, which emanates from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for the first time in history. CM Punk isn't wrestling on the card, but did travel with talent to the country for the event.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / January 30

Former WWE Champion and Potential Royal Rumble Surprise Shares Neck Injury Update

Best known as one half of The Hardy Boyz, Jeff and Matt Hardy are still competing at a high level well into their careers—and still holding championship gold.

Wrestling News / Total Pro Sports / January 30

Matt Hardy Believes Seth Rollins Will Return at WWE Royal Rumble 2026

WWE fans are buzzing ahead of Royal Rumble 2026, and one of the biggest talking points involves Seth Rollins, one of the company’s most popular and accomplished superstars.

Triple H News / The Sportster / January 30

Roman Reigns’ Brutal WWE Creative Dig Should Ring Alarm Bells For Triple H

Roman Reigns has given a damning verdict on WWE's creative direction, and his comments must be taken on board by Triple H. He spoke ahead of the Royal Rumble on Saturday, in which he has declared for the men's Rumble.

CM Punk News / The Sportster / January 30

CM Punk Revealed As Cover Superstar Of WWE 2K26

After the first three reveals of the upcoming WWE 2K26 editions, 2K Games has officially revealed this year's Superstar who will grace the cover. In a

Wrestling News / The Sportster / January 30

WWE Royal Rumble: Saudi Fans Just Made Clear Who They DON’T Want to Win

The excitement is building towards Saturday's WWE Royal Rumble PLE, and tonight's episode of SmackDown made clear who fans want to prevail. There have already been 18 participants revealed for the men's Rumble match, including Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, Bron Breakker, and Brock Lesnar.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 30

CM Punk, Liv Morgan & Bron Breakker Talk WWE 2K26 as New Game Info Released

For the second time in his career, and the first since the 2013 installment, CM Punk has graced the standard cover edition of WWE's flagship video game franchise.

Chris Jericho News / The Sportster / January 30

Chris Jericho Isn't Returning to WWE at the Royal Rumble and Here’s Why

Chris Jericho's potential return to WWE has been one of the hottest topics in the pro wrestling world ever since news broke of his AEW contract expiring at the end of 2025.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / January 30

Exclusive: WWE’s Lyra Valkyria ‘eliminates’ 2 colors for Royal Rumble gear

When you see WWE Superstar Lyra Valkyria in the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble, she will be wearing unique ring gear. However, there are two colors she already ruled out for her gear.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / January 30

WWE Royal Rumble 2026: Paige, Rock, Jericho Not On Official Entry List

The WWE Royal Rumble is less than 36 hours away and the rumor mill is absolutely churning. Widespread speculation about returns from Paige, The Rock, and Chris Jericho has dominated wrestling social media all week.

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Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / January 30

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT 1/29 Recap: Steve Maclin Fired, Eddie Edwards Confronts Mike Santana

Just one week following The System’s betrayal of Moose and JDC, TNA iMPACT emanated from the Tingley Coliseum in Albuquerque. Former Fir$t Cla$$ stablemates AJ Francis and Rich Swann went one-on-one in a grudge match.

Braun Strowman News / Total Apex Sports / January 29

Braun Strowman Hospitalized: The Serious Knee Infection Sidelining the Former WWE Star

Usually, when wrestling fans think of Braun Strowman, they picture the “Monster Among Men”. But seeing the man behind the monster, Adam Scherr, in a hospital bed is a stark reminder of the physical toll professional wrestling takes.

Tiffany Stratton News / Athlon Sports / January 29

WWE Royal Rumble 2026: Tiffany Stratton, McAfee & Rumor Updates

It’s officially WWE Royal Rumble 2026 weekend, and the buzz is very real. With WWE talent now in Riyadh and the event less than 48 hours away, the internet is doing what it always does this time of year—circulating reports, travel sightings, contract chatter, leaks, spoilers, speculation, and long-shot dreams.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / January 29