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47 Years Into His Legendary Career, Blue Panther Is Just Getting Started

With a career spanning nearly five decades, Blue Panther could teach a master class on longevity. The lucha libre legend is well into his 60s and is still managing to find new levels of international popularity.

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The 5 Greatest WWE Royal Rumble Matches in History

With the new year right around the corner, the heart-pounding event that is the Royal Rumble is fast approaching. Along with WrestleMania, SummerSlam,

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / December 31

WWE star Xavier Woods speaks out on favoritism toward The Usos

Earlier this week, on the Dec. 29, 2025 edition of Monday Night RAW, WWE’s The Usos (Jimmy and Jey) defeated AJ Styles & Dragon Lee to crown themselves the new World Tag Team Champions.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

Singles Matches that Closed Out the WWE Royal Rumble PLE, Ranked

The Royal Rumble event is one of the biggest shows in WWE. It is where the road to WrestleMania begins. Usually, the show closes with the infamous Royal Rumble matchup.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / December 31

Becky Lynch Savage Roast Predicts 'Divorce' For Maxxine Dupri

If there is one thing we know about “The Man,” it is that she has absolutely zero chill. Social media has become the new battleground for WWE feuds, blurring the lines between scripted drama and genuine beef, and nobody plays that game better than Becky Lynch.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

Inside AEW’s Rise in 2025

To say that AEW had a return to glory in 2025 would be an understatement. For years, the company had struggled to find the footing it saw in 2021. In some respects, they’re still getting there, but the perception has shifted, and the product is headed in a better direction.

Chris Jericho News / The Sportster / December 31

WWE Urged to Make Chris Jericho RAW GM as AEW Contract Expires

WWE have been advised to use Chris Jericho in a non-wrestling role should he rejoin the company as expected. Jericho's contract with AEW expires today (December 31st) and he looks increasingly likely to return to WWE for a retirement run.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

The 5 Best WWE PLE Matches Of 2025

2025 wasn’t the greatest year for WWE, with some illogical booking decisions. However, whilst everything wasn’t rosy in WWE in 2025, several high-profile matches lived up to the expectations.

Joe Hendry News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

DarkState Ruins Joe Hendry’s Concert on 12/30 WWE NXT

2025 has been an excellent year for many wrestlers in NXT. One wrestler who had an amazing year was Joe Hendry. He became the TNA Champion for the first time in his career.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / December 30

The Best WWE Matches of 2025, Ranked

2025 was the most debated year of the WWE under Triple H. The flashpoints were endless: Jey Uso winning the Royal Rumble, Travis Scott at WrestleMania, the unexplained absence of The Rock, John Cena’s heel run, Unreal, Goldberg’s retirement, LA Knight missing expectations, Wrestlepalooza falling flat, and Cena tapping out.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / December 30

WWE Raw Recap: Punk, Breakker, and The Usos Make Noise Before 2026

The final WWE Raw of 2025 didn’t just quietly fade into the night; it kicked down the door to the new year with championship changes, heavy verbal jabs and the kind of drama that keeps wrestling fans glued to their screens.

Chad Gable News / Wrestling on SI / December 30

Multiple Outlets Provide Update On Chad Gable's WWE Return & Plans For El Grande Americano

Chad Gable is expected to be back in action within the next few weeks, if not sooner. The leader of American Made has been sidelined for the past few months with a shoulder injury that required him to undergo surgery, and his extended absence from television forced numerous creative changes to be made on Monday Night Raw over the summer.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / December 30

Nikki Bella Claims John Cena Finisher As Her Own After WWE RAW

Nikki Bella and John Cena will be linked together in pro wrestling conversations for the rest of the time. Bella and Cena were in a committed and public relationship for about six years from 2012 to 2018.

Dominik Mysterio News / WWE on ClutchPoints / December 30

WWE fans will be relieved with Domink Mysterio injury return timeline

While it was stated that he was going to be out “indefinitely” with a shoulder injury, WWE Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio provided an update on his impending return.

Bron Breakker News / The Sportster / December 30

WWE Star To Receive Bron Breakker-Level Push

Bron Breakker has become one of WWE's top heels and could start the new year as World Heavyweight Champion. The Vision's leader challenges CM Punk for the gold on the RAW on Netflix debut (January 5th).

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / December 30

Update On Who Made The Call For Cody Rhodes To Lose At WrestleMania 39

The stars were aligned for Cody Rhodes to get a major championship victory in the main event of WrestleMania 39 in Los Angeles. Rhodes returned from a a major pectoral injury at the Royal Rumble and then won that match to earn a shot at Roman Reigns and the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania that year.

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Drew Mcintyre News / The Sportster / December 30

Why Drew McIntyre Is The Favorite Heading Into Three Stages Of Hell

Drew McIntyre has had three chances to become WWE Champion during the final few months of the year, failing at every hurdle. The Scottish Psychopath will have one more chance to win the title away from Cody Rhodes to kick off 2026, and despite his poor record, the statistics are technically in his favor.