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Cody Rhodes Names Potential Successors to Replace Triple H as the Creative Lead of WWE

Ahead of this weekend’s Wrestlepalooza PLE, Cody Rhodes stopped by ESPN Unsportsmanlike. Apart from bracing himself up for a daunting clash against Drew McIntyre, he also lent his thoughts on the potential candidates to replace Triple H as the head of creative in WWE.

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Kiera Hogan Quietly Exits AEW After 4 Forgettable Years

Looks like another wrestler has vanished from AEW’s roster page faster than a hot dog at a baseball game. This time it’s Kiera Hogan, and honestly? Most fans probably didn’t even notice she was gone until someone pointed it out on Twitter.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / September 19

TNA iMPACT 9/18 Recap: The Hardys Defend Tag Team Gold, Mike Santana Ambushed by ‘NXT’ Star

The path to “Victory Road 2025” continued on Thursday’s episode of TNA “iMPACT.” The Hardys put the TNA World Tag Team Championship on the line against Nic and Ryan Nemeth in a rematch.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / September 18

Tiffany Stratton Injury Could Keep Planned WWE Wrestlepalooza Match Off Card

The card for this Saturday's Wrestlepalooza Premium Live Event may not be settled just yet. There are currently five matches booked for the first show of the new five-year media partnership between WWE and ESPN, but the health of WWE Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton will reportedly decide whether a sixth match gets added to the rundown.

Wrestling News / Total Apex Sports / September 18

When Wrestling Gets Creepy: Torrie Wilson’s Uncomfortable Experience With Vince McMahon

Under the Vince McMahon era of WWE & professional wrestling has never been accused of being subtle. But even by WWE’s standards, some moments make you wonder what exactly was going through everyone’s minds.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 18

CM Punk's Top 6 Greatest Wrestlers of All Time: A Closer Look

CM Punk names Hart, Race, Piper, Rhodes, Funk and Guerrero among the greatest — all figures he personally worked with. He cites hands-on ties: matches and guest refs connecting him to each pick across indie and WWE cards.

Wrestling News / ESPN / September 18

WWE signature moves: How do top wrestlers throw down?

In professional wrestling, your signature moves create a foundation for success. Learn more how John Cena, Becky Lynch and other stars perform now.

Nia Jax News / Wrestling on SI / September 18

Former Collegiate Athlete & WWE Star Nia Jax Eyed Surprising Sport Growing Up

Nia Jax is no stranger to mixing it up in the ring with the very best of WWE, male or female. But long before she was taking RKO's from Randy Orton, the Irresistible Force had her sights set on delivering a few knockout blows of her own in another physically demanding sport.

Bron Breakker News / Wrestling on SI / September 18

Bron Breakker Credits Future Hall Of Famer For Giving Him A Welcome To WWE Moment

Bron Breakker is touted as a future WrestleMania main event talent for WWE, but it wasn't long ago that he was a new player on the main WWE roster. Breakker credits and is thankful to a "future Hall of Famer" for welcoming him to the company in the proper way.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 18

Road Dogg Names Rhea Ripley & Surprise WWE Tag Team in Modern Day D-Generation X

Road Dogg was given the difficult task of creating a D-Generation X stable using the current WWE roster and made some interesting picks, including Rhea Ripley.

Becky Lynch News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Becky Lynch is the Best — Here’s 3 Reasons Why

The past six months have made one thing clear: Becky Lynch is the best women's wrestler in the game today. Rhea is the most popular, but she is not the best.

Joe Bravo News / BloodHorse.com / September 18

Bravo Returns After Missing Summer With Broken Finger

Joe Bravo, sidelined by a broken finger for about three months, resumes riding Sept. 19 at Gulfstream Park. Bravo is named on Fausto Gutierrez-trained 3-year-old colt Rashid in the seventh race.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / September 18

Why WWE star Cody Rhodes ‘needs’ Roman Reigns

Without a doubt, the biggest feud of Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes‘ career is with the “Tribal Chief” Roman Reigns, who have not crossed paths in a long time.

John Cena News / The Sportster / September 18

John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar to Open Wrestlepalooza, Not Close Show

John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar will open Wrestlepalooza instead of closing the show. Match marks one of Cena’s final five; Lesnar returns after an absence since Aug 2023.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Shawn Michaels Was Always Better Than Bret Hart — Here's Why

Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart will forever be linked together. Their rivalry remains one of the greatest of all time. Reflecting on the 1990s, Shawn Michaels was always better than Bret Hart.

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Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 18

'Need this Version Back - Fans Urge WWE RAW Star To Ditch Popular Stable

WWE fans were sent on a nostalgia trip this week on NXT when some of the greatest superstars from the black and gold era appeared at the NXT Homecoming event.

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / September 18

Will Ospreay provides encouraging injury update

Ospreay has been off AEW programming since participating in a "lights out cage match" at Forbidden Door.

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Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / September 18

Match Point: IYO SKY vs. Stephanie Vaquer (WWE Wrestlepalooza)

Rarely has a Women’s World Championship match felt fresher and more exciting than the WWE Wrestlepalooza bout between IYO SKY and Stephanie Vaquer. Match Point is an ongoing series at Last Word on Pro Wrestling, where we look at intriguing matchups in indie wrestling and beyond.