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The Rock Rolls On: IHRA Secures Future of Historic Rockingham

There is a specific texture to the asphalt at Rockingham that you don’t find anywhere else. For decades, drivers knew that a trip to “The Rock” meant a battle against a surface that chewed up tires and a track that demanded respect.

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Willow Nightingale Reclaims TBS Championship: Ends Mercedes Moné’s Reign in New Year’s Smash Shocker

In the world of professional wrestling, “forever” usually lasts about six months. But 584 days? That’s an eternity. That’s how long Mercedes Moné held onto the AEW TBS Championship like it was the only thing tethering her to this mortal coil.

Willow Nightingale News / Wrestling on SI / December 31

AEW Dynamite Results : Willow Nightingale Dethrones Mercedes Moné To Win TBS Title

The historic TBS Championship reign of Mercedes Moné has come to an end, and new All Elite Wrestling history was made when she was defeated in the main event of AEW Dynamite Wednesday night.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / December 31

Iyo Sky Makes Grand Statement About 2025

Iyo Sky had a massive 2025 in WWE. For much of the year, Sky was the WWE World Heavyweight Champion and successfully defended the title multiple times, including at WrestleMania 41.

Steve Maclin News / Wrestling on SI / December 31

Steve Maclin Reveals TNA Plan For CM Punk Arrival That Never Happened

CM Punk's tenure with All Elite Wrestling was bumpy to say the least, and it would come to an official end the night of All In 2023. Punk would step away from professional wrestling for a few short months before making his shocking return to WWE at the end of Survivor Series: WarGames that November.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / December 31

Two Huge AEW Names Set To Attend NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 20

Hiroshi Tanahashi will wrestle his final match on January 4 at Wrestle Kingdom 20. Wrestle Kingdom is the biggest show of the year for New Japan Pro Wresting.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / December 31

WWE’s Chelsea Green, Matt Cardona celebrate Maxxine Dupri’s beach wedding

Several Superstars gathered at WWE Women’s Intercontinental Champion Maxxine Dupri‘s wedding, including Chelsea Green and ex-star Matt Cardona (aka Zack Ryder).

Blue Panther News / Wrestling on SI / December 31

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.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / December 31

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.

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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.

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).

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.

Nikki Bella News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

5 Must-Face Opponents for WWE’s Nikki Bella

WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella made her long-awaited return to WWE at Royal Rumble 2025 and has been working a full-time WWE schedule since the summer of 2025.