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Why Kenny Omega and Swerve Strickland Aren’t Done Yet in AEW

So, it finally happened. Kenny Omega and Swerve Strickland had a one-on-one match. The February 18, 2026, episode of AEW Dynamite saw the two main events in Sacramento, California, in a heated contest that had been building for weeks.

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Cold Steel, Calculated Chaos: Randy Orton’s WWE Elimination Chamber Performances Revisited

The Elimination Chamber isn’t just a match; it’s a grueling, career-altering gauntlet where the heavy price of survival is the only thing standing between a superstar and a guaranteed ticket to the main event of WrestleMania.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 20

WWE SmackDown Preview (2/20/26): Start Time, Match Card

Two Elimination Chamber qualifying matches headline this week’s edition of WWE SmackDown at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida. The Men’s Elimination Chamber Match on February 28 already features Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, LA Knight, and Je’Von Evans, but who will join them inside the unforgiving structure?

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / February 20

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT 2/19 Recap: Elijah Shuts Casket Door on Mustafa Ali, Steve Maclin Wants To Be Heard

Fresh off the “TNA No Surrender 2026″ event, “TNA iMPACT” was held inside The Pinnacle in Nashville. The show featured a first-ever guitar case casket match between Elijah and Mustafa Ali of Order 4.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 19

ESPN Set to Air the WWE Royal Rumble This Weekend

The WWE and ESPN programming partnership will expand a bit this weekend. According to Wrestlevotes on Fightful Select, ESPN will be airing a condensed version of the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble PLE on their regular cable channel on February 22nd.

Mick Foley News / Wrestling on SI / February 19

Emmy Winner Set to Play Hardcore Wrestling Legend Mick Foley in Upcoming Series

Emmy award-winning actor Paul Walter Hauser has built up his reputation in the wrestling industry, working matches with several independent promotions and AEW's sister promotion, Ring of Honor.

Wrestling News / ESPN / February 19

WWE Elimination Chamber all-time winners list

From John Cena to Bianca Belair, check out all of the Elimination Chamber match winners throughout WWE history.

John Cena News / Wrestling on SI / February 19

John Cena's Retirement Match Sets All-Time WWE Record

The John Cena retirement tour in 2025 was a success for WWE's business. Earlier this week, reports indicated that WrestleMania 41, which was headlined by John Cena vs.

Wrestling News / Total Pro Sports / February 19

John Cena Says AJ Styles Wasn’t Planned as His WWE Crown Jewel Opponent

In a revealing behind-the-scenes glimpse into WWE’s creative process, John Cena has confirmed that AJ Styles was not originally scheduled to be his opponent at WWE Crown Jewel 2025, a match that ultimately became one of the most memorable moments of his retirement tour.

Seth Rollins News / The Sportster / February 19

Seth Rollins Turned Down 'Triple The Money' From A Rival Promotion To Sign With WWE

After a successful run in Ring of Honor, Seth Rollins signed with WWE in 2010 and has never looked back. Since then, he has gone on to become a cornerstone of the company, winning multiple World Titles and becoming one of the best wrestlers in the world.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 19

WWE star Raquel Rodriguez recalls embarrassing Royal Rumble wardrobe malfunction

Following a series of World title matches against Stephanie Vaquer and a successful Royal Rumble PLE in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Raquel Rodriguez has opened up about an embarrassing incident from the show.

Wrestling News / NY Fights / February 19

John Cena Says He Was Hours Away From 17th WWE World Championship At SummerSlam 2021

Roman Reigns had a string of high-profile matches when he was the Universal Champion. At Payback 2020, Reigns returned and aligned himself with Paul Heyman.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 19

The Hardys to Headline Battle for the Brave: Wrestling Showcase for Heroes (Exclusive)

The Hardys are heading to New Jersey this June for Battle For The Brave: Showcase for Heroes, a charity wrestling event promoted by AEW and TNA stars.

Oba Femi News / The Sportster / February 19

Fans Are Less Than Impressed With WWE 2K26's 'Outdated' Oba Femi

The launch of WWE 2K26 is right around the corner, which means the official reveals are coming thick and fast. The latest of those reveals was a look at Oba Femi making his entrance in the upcoming WWE game, marking the first time he's been in the game since being called up to the main roster.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 19

What does Chris Jericho’s ‘frozen’ AEW contract update mean for WWE return?

All signs pointed to Chris Jericho making his WWE return in 2026, but his AEW contract’s latest update may pour cold water on that. Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select recently reported that Jericho’s AEW contract has been “frozen,” meaning his tenure could be prolonged due to missed time due to injuries and other circumstances.

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Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 19

WWE legend Rey Mysterio gets honest on daughter’s wrestling future

In the wrestling industry for nearly three decades, WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio is arguably one of the most celebrated and legendary pro-wrestlers. After successfully passing his legacy to son Dominik Mysterio, the luchador has now opened up on his daughter’s wrestling future.

Wrestling News / Let Them Wrestle / February 19

Ranking every Women’s WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 wrestler by their chances of winning

The WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 Premium Live Event will take place on ESPN Unlimited this coming February 28, live from Chicago, Illinois, and among all the enticing matches on the card, none of them pops out more than the Women’s Elimination Chamber match.

Wrestling News / Total Pro Sports / February 18

Bad Bunny Getting Set Up For Fight vs. Logan Paul After Super Bowl Halftime Feud

As if hosting the Super Bowl 60 weren’t big enough already, Bad Bunny could reportedly return to the WWE for a match against another global celebrity. Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show was the fourth most-watched ever, with an audience of 128.2 million viewers.

Jaida Parker News / Total Apex Sports / February 18

Jaida Parker Sidelined With Neck Injury and Suspension

WWE dropped a bombshell on the February 17 episode of NXT when interim General Manager Robert Stone announced that rising star Jaida Parker would be out of action with a neck injury—and suspended for striking a referee during a heated brawl with Blake Monroe.

Myles Borne News / Last Word On Sports / February 18

Why Myles Borne Should Win the NXT North American Championship

Ethan Page has had a great run as North American Champion so far since winning it in late May last year. He has retained against men such as Moose, Mr.

Wrestling News / Let Them Wrestle / February 18

Ranking every Men’s WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 wrestler by their chances of winning

WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 will emanate from the United Center in Chicago on Feb. 28, and following Roman Reigns’s Royal Rumble victory, the match to determine the other world championship opponent at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas feels ripe for a potential surprise.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 18

Logan Paul doubles down on 'cute' beef with Tom Brady

The YouTuber-turned-wrestler made the rounds for all the wrong reasons last week.

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Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 18

Is WWE’s Finn Bálor Being Held Back By The Judgment Day?

Finn Bálor is taking on CM Punk for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at Elimination Chamber next Saturday. Their first meetup on the February 9,

Chris Jericho News / Total Apex Sports / February 17

Chris Jericho’s Contract Status: Why The 'Frozen' Deal Changes Everything

The wrestling world loves a good mystery, and right now, few are as intriguing as the status of Chris Jericho. For months, the rumor mill has been spinning out of control.

Becky Lynch News / Total Pro Sports / February 17

What Does Becky Lynch Still Want in WWE? She Reveals All

WWE superstar Becky Lynch has already cemented herself as one of the most influential figures in pro wrestling history. From becoming the first woman to main-event WrestleMania to winning multiple championships and inspiring a generation of talent, her legacy is well established.