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Drew McIntyre Issues a Stern Warning to Jacob Fatu Ahead of Their Smackdown match

On tonight’s SmackDown in San Jose, two of the blue brand’s most feared men, viz., Drew McIntyre and Jacob Fatu, will battle it out one-on-one. Just hours before they collide, the Scot has posted a warning shot for the ‘Samoan Werewolf’.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / October 17

WWE’s Damian Priest Expresses Interest in Teaming with Paul Heyman

Damian Priest is aiming to win the love of a wrestling legend – not as his opponent. The existing WWE star has just disclosed that he would even prefer to have Paul Heyman as his manager.

Seth Rollins News / Last Word On Sports / October 17

Omos Offers Support to Seth Rollins After The Vision Betrayal on WWE RAW

The Vision has turned on Seth Rollins, leaving him without an ally, as seen on the October 13 episode of Monday Night Raw. In the aftermath, Omos took to social media to express his support, catching the attention of fans and Rollins’ wife, Becky Lynch.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / October 17

TNA After The Glory Recap: Special Post-‘Bound For Glory 2025’ Edition of iMPACT

In the aftermath of “Bound For Glory,” TNA Wrestling aired a special “After The Glory” edition of “iMPACT.” The best moments from TNA’s biggest pay-per-view of the year were recapped.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / October 16

Tony Khan Provides Recovery Update On Swerve Strickland

Swerve Strickland last wrestled for AEW at the Forbidden Door 2025 event in a losing effort against Kazuchika Okada with Okada's AEW Unified Championship on the line.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / October 16

R-Truth Defends WWE Creative for Getting Rid of His Ron Killings Persona After John Cena’s Babyface Turn

When John Cena turned heel at Elimination Chamber earlier this year, fans were excited about the potential for memorable segments and storylines. However, few would have predicted that one of the most prominent angles would involve R-Truth.

Nikki Bella News / Wrestling on SI / October 16

The Latest On WWE Hall Of Famer Nikki Bella Amid Her Brief Absence

It's been several weeks since Nikki Bella has appeared on Monday Night Raw, and some fans are wondering why the WWE Hall of Famer has been off of television.

Tony Khan News / Wrestling on SI / October 16

Tony Khan Comments On Andrade's AEW And WWE Status After Non-Compete Reports Emerge

The ongoing saga with Andrade El Idolo's AEW contract status continues to evolve, and we now have an official comment from AEW's side on the situation.

Jacob Fatu News / The Sportster / October 16

WWE SmackDown: Jacob Fatu Out with Non-Wrestling Injury

Jacob Fatu sidelined with undisclosed, non-wrestling injury expected well into 2026. He had just returned to SmackDown; last PLE loss was to Solo Sikoa in SummerSlam steel cage.

Jacy Jayne News / The Sportster / October 16

Jacy Jayne Injury Update

Jacy Jayne is fine after a live-event leg scare; likely no downtime. Fallon Henley may be injured after a botched assisted Sol Snatcher that looked really bad.

Bully Ray News / Wrestling on SI / October 16

Booker T Reacts To LFG Star BJ Ray And NXT Star Wes Lee's WWE Release

Controversial LFG superstar BJ Ray's WWE career is over before its begun. BJ Ray rose to notability for his intense rivalry with his coach Bully Ray on the reality TV series produced by WWE called "WWE LFG," with LFG being an acronym for "Legends & Futures Greats." The series is centered around contestants competing for an NXT contract.

Nick Khan News / The Sportster / October 16

WWE's Nick Khan Discusses Bringing WrestleMania to Saudi Arabia in 2027

WrestleMania 43 in Riyadh is a 'natural next step' as WWE brings premium live events abroad. About half of WWE's recent Premium Live Events now occur outside the U.S., emphasizing 'boots on the ground'.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / October 16

WWE star AJ Styles teases gear change amid retirement rumors

In 2026, legendary WWE star AJ Styles will retire, and his farewell tour could come with a gear change for the “Phenomenal One.” After a recent untelevised live event, Styles talked to the crowd.

Wrestling News / Stadium Rant / October 16

3 Call-Ups WWE Should Make ASAP

WWE held its Crown Jewel PLE this past Saturday, and it featured some of the biggest stars the company has to offer, particularly from the men’s division.

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Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / October 16

Chelsea Green breaks silence on Matt Cardona’s WWE return with 1 word

Finally, after several years away, Matt Cardona made his WWE return on NXT , and his wife, Chelsea Green, was over the moon about it. She reacted to Shawn Michaels’ post on X, formerly Twitter, about Cardona’s return.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / October 16

Latest Seth Rollins WWE injury update spells trouble for WrestleMania 42 status

Unfortunately, it does appear Seth Rollins’ injury is serious, and the WWE Superstar may miss WrestleMania 42 in April 2026, if the latest report is true.

Seth Rollins News / NY Fights / October 16

Seth Rollins Expected To Miss WrestleMania 43 After Injury At Crown Jewel

Seth Rollins and CM Punk have been feuding on WWE television on and off for almost two years now. At SummerSlam, CM Punk won his first World Championship in the company after 12 years, but Rollins spoiled his celebration by cashing in the Money in the Bank.

Alexa Bliss News / Total Apex Sports / October 16

Alexa Bliss Gets Real About A Surprising WWE Career Low

It’s easy to look at a WWE Superstar like Alexa Bliss and assume their career has been a highlight reel of championship wins and sold-out arenas. With a Triple Crown under her belt and a current reign as Women’s Tag Team Champion alongside Charlotte Flair, who could blame you?

Chelsea Green News / NY Fights / October 16

Chelsea Green Wants To Be WWE’s First Female Star in Hollywood

Chelsea Green has become one of the most respected wrestlers in the women’s division. Last year, WWE introduced the Women’s United States Titles, and Green became the inaugural champion.