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Hiromu Takahashi Exits NJPW: Where Will He Land?

Hiromu Takahashi has become the latest major talent to exit NJPW. The five-time IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion has been associated with the company for 16 years, having debuted as a Young Lion in 2010.

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Rey Mysterio announced as injured on WWE RAW

At 51-years-old, Rey Mysterio entered his career’s 15th Royal Rumble on Jan. 31, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Entering number four and failing to eliminate a single participant, Mysterio was soon eliminated by Oba Femi.

Finn Balor News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Finn Balor Will Inevitably Betray Judgment Day, Sending One of WWE’s Most Dominant Factions into Chaos

WWE has a Finn Balor problem. In his entire WWE career, Finn Balor has been the bridesmaid but never the bride. He has been perpetually knocking on the door but truly never allowed inside.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / February 3

Top WWE Star Could Miss Elimination Chamber After Royal Rumble Injury

WWE's next stop on the Road to WrestleMania 42 is the Elimination Chamber, and the winner of the chamber matches will be granted a world title match at the Show of Shows.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / February 3

WWE's Stance on Oba Femi vs Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 42 Makes No Sense

Oba Femi was one of the highlights of the men's Royal Rumble match last Saturday before he was eliminated by Brock Lesnar. WWE showcased the Ruler as an unstoppable monster, and he threw five participants over the top rope, but his dominance was ended by the Beast.

Wrestling News / Stadium Rant / February 3

Raw Results 02.02.26 – Soft Street Fight And WrestleMania Main Events

These WWE Raw results are the fallout from the Royal Rumble on Saturday. This episode featured hissy fits, personal attacks, and even the booking for WrestleMania’s main events.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Was Charlotte Flair’s WWE Royal Rumble Elimination of Alexa Bliss Accidental or Intentional?

The 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble ended with Liv Morgan winning a championship match at WrestleMania: Vegas. But there was drama from the very beginning. Charlotte Flair walked out as number 1, aiming for her third Rumble victory.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / February 3

Roman Reigns & CM Punk Set WrestleMania Stakes; Stephanie Vaquer & Oba Femi Dominate WWE Raw

Raw delivered exactly what the post-Royal Rumble episode needed to deliver: chaos, star power, and clear WrestleMania direction. The Philadelphia crowd witnessed Roman Reigns and CM Punk engage in an all-time great promo battle while NXT powerhouse Oba Femi made a dominant statement in his handicap showcase.

Bron Breakker News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Bron Breakker Has Massive Meltdown on 2/2 WWE Raw

Going into the Royal Rumble on Saturday, Bron Breakker was clearly the favorite. Many fans predicted him to last a long time in the match. Some might’ve even said he was going to be the winner.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Elimination Chamber Qualifying Matches Begin Next Week on Raw

The Road to WrestleMania 42 is officially underway, as on Monday night, Roman Reigns kicked things off with his announcement that he has chosen to face CM Punk for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship in Las Vegas.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

WWE Announces First List of Superstars for WWE World in Las Vegas at WrestleMania 42

WWE World, presented by Fanatics, returns to Las Vegas from April 16-20 during WrestleMania 42 Week. On Monday, WWE announced the first round of superstars that will be appearing at the event in various capacities.

Roman Reigns News / Wrestling on SI / February 2

Main Event of WrestleMania 42 Set as Roman Reigns Makes His Decision on WWE Raw

It is on at WrestleMania 42, the Tribal Chief will challenge the Best in the World for the World Heavyweight Championship. Roman Reigns made his return to WWE Raw Monday night in Philadelphia and the 2026 Men's Royal Rumble winner came face-to-face with his old 'buddy' CM Punk.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 2

Stephanie Vaquer Retains Women's World Title, Dominik Mysterio Returns on WWE Raw

Raquel Rodriguez took it to Stephanie Vaquer tonight on WWE Raw, but it wasn't enough to leave Philadelphia with the title. The highly anticipated one-on-one match between Stephanie Vaquer and Raquel Rodriguez took place tonight, and both women were dressed for the occasion as they competed in a Philly Street Fight.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Raquel Rodriguez Fails to Win Women’s World Title Thanks to Judgment Day

The Judgment Day is fine…for now. On Monday Night Raw, Liv Morgan had a choice to make. Would she choose to face Jade Cargill, moving herself to SmackDown and away from the Judgment Day in the process, or would she target Stephanie Vaquer’s title instead?

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Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 2

Update on Dominik Mysterio's WWE Status

After not appearing over the weekend at the Royal Rumble, we have an update on the injury status of Dominik Mysterio heading into tonight's episode of WWE Raw.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 2

WWE star Dominik Mysterio’s injury return date is really soon

Those hoping to see Dominik Mysterio’s return from injury may not have to wait much longer, as the Intercontinental Champion may return to WWE Monday Night RAW really soon.

Stephanie Vaquer News / Let Them Wrestle / February 2

WWE Raw Predictions: Stephanie Vaquer Will Make Smiley Raquel Lose Her Smile

WWE Raw Predictions are here for Feb 2, 2026, live on Netflix, at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, PA, and Stephanie Vaquer will make Smiley Raquel lose her smile in the main event.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 2

WWE’s Roxanne Perez shows off bloody injury from Charlotte Flair

Facing off with WWE icon Charlotte Flair came at a price for the young upstart Roxanne Perez, who suffered a bloody injury at the hands of “The Queen.” Perez took to X, formerly Twitter, to complain about a tactic Flair used after the Jan.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 2

Shane McMahon emotionally addresses AJ Styles’ WWE retirement

On Jan. 31, 2026, Gunther defeated AJ Styles to send the veteran into retirement. Facing “The Ring General” in a retirement match, Styles lost the bout, forcefully finishing his career in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Wrestling News / Let Them Wrestle / February 2

WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 Predictions After Royal Rumble: Gunther Will Maim CM Punk

WWE Elimination Chamber 2026, the last pit stop before WrestleMania 42, is the talk of the town in the pro wrestling community now that the Royal Rumble is in the rearview mirror.

The Rock News / Total Apex Sports / February 1

NASCAR At Rockingham : Winter Storm Forces O’Reilly and Craftsman Tests To Be Rescheduled To Feb. 6

Mother Nature just won’t cut “The Rock” a break. Therefore, NASCAR fans hoping to hear engines echo through Rockingham Speedway will have to wait a little longer.

Bron Breakker News / Total Pro Sports / February 1

Who Was Behind Bron Breakker’s Mystery Attack at the Royal Rumble?

The 2026 Royal Rumble delivered its usual chaos, surprises, and shocking eliminations—but one moment stood out above the rest. Bron Breakker, one of WWE’s fastest-rising stars, was taken out under highly suspicious circumstances after being mysteriously attacked by a masked individual.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / January 31

WWE Royal Rumble 2026 Results: Roman Reigns & Liv Morgan Win The Rumble, AJ Styles Retires?

The 39th annual Royal Rumble was held in Saudi Arabia, giving the country its first major PLE since WWE began its partnership in early 2018. In fact, the

Wrestling News / Trade Talk Sports / January 31

AJ Styles’ WWE Career Ends At the Royal Rumble

AJ Styles is done in WWE. After a hard-fought battle with Gunther at the 2026 Royal Rumble, The Phenomenal One lost his one-on-one match, with the stipulation that if The Ring General One, Styles, would retire.