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WWE Confirms Roman Reigns Schedule Ahead of WrestleMania 42

Roman Reigns' in-ring record last year had a few ups and downs. The year would see him beat Bronson Reed, Bron Breakker, and Solo Sikoa, but ultimately suffer major losses at WrestleMania 41, Crown Jewel, and Survivor Series: WarGames.

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Tony Khan Discusses Whether He Plans to Bring in More Free Agents in the Near Future

2026 might be less than two months old, but Tony Khan has wasted little time in adding to his already stacked roster. So far this year the AEW President has brought in the likes of The Rascalz, Jake Doyle, and Tommaso Ciampa, who already holds championship gold.

Sam Houston News / BloodHorse.com / February 9

Sam Houston, MyRacehorse Launch Ownership Initiative

Sam Houston Race Park had launched the Sam Houston Racing Club, a groundbreaking collaboration with MyRacehorse, which offers SEC-qualified, true ownership interests at scale, redefining how fans experience Thoroughbred racing.

Bryan Danielson News / Wrestling on SI / February 9

Bryan Danielson Leaves Open the Possibility of Him Returning to the Ring

It's been over a year since Bryan Danielson last had a real professional wrestling match in AEW. Danielson retired from full-time competition in October of 2024 due to a batch of injuries, including a neck issue that he had been battling for years.

Bron Breakker News / Wrestling on SI / February 9

Update on How Bron Breakker Injured Himself on Last Week's Raw Show

Bron Breakker is officially off the road to WrestleMania 42. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer broke the news Sunday night that the Unpredictable Badass suffered a 'serious hernia' last week that required surgery, and Mike Johnson of PWInsider has now been able to corroborate that report with some additional information.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / February 9

WWE Raw Preview Feb. 9, 2026: CM Punk, Roman Reigns Fallout, Chamber Qualifiers

WWE Raw is live tonight from Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, and the Road to WrestleMania is officially rolling. After last week’s programming, you can feel the shift—things are locking into place.

Oba Femi News / The Sportster / February 9

Oba Femi Given Rare Roster Status Previously Reserved For Brock Lesnar And Omos

The WWE Universe has been waiting with bated breath to find out whether Oba Femi will join Raw or SmackDown after leaving NXT. Turns out it might be neither, or both, depending on how you frame it, as Femi has been given free agent status.

Chelsea Green News / Wrestling on SI / February 9

Latest on Injury Chelsea Green Suffered on WWE SmackDown

What is the latest on Chelsea Green's injury that took place Friday night on WWE SmackDown? Friday's episode featured a triple threat Elimination Chamber qualifying match, which saw Chelsea Green take on Lash Legend and Tiffany Stratton.

Triple H News / The Sportster / February 9

Triple H 'Receiving Criticism' in WWE Due To Vince McMahon Similarities

WWE chief content officer Paul 'Triple H' Levesque has reportedly been criticized internally ahead of WrestleMania 42. It's been a difficult past year for the 56-year-old, whose booking has come under fire from fans.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 9

Jeff Hardy Confirms Why He and Matt Went Back to TNA

Jeff and his brother Matt Hardy have been working in TNA for the last couple of years after parting ways with All Elite Wrestling. Matt would make his TNA return in April of 2024, with Jeff following suit in June that year.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / February 9

Rising WWE star Bron Breakker undergoes surgery for ‘serious’ injury

Unfortunately, just two months out from WWE WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, young rising Superstar Bron Breakker has suffered an injury that is “serious” enough to require surgery.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 9

3 Biggest Threats to RHIYO & and the WWE Women’s Tag Titles on the Road to WrestleMania 42

Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky won the Women’s Tag Team Championships from the Kabuki Warriors on the first Monday Night Raw episode of 2026. Ever since that impeccable storyline, they have been fighting champs, retaining the titles against the likes of Judgment Day and Giulia & Kiana James.

Bron Breakker News / Total Apex Sports / February 9

Bron Breakker To Undergo Hernia Surgery And Is Questionable For WrestleMania 42

One of WWE’s most promising young powerhouses, Bron Breakker, has undergone serious hernia surgery. This surgery is such bad timing as Breakker was expected to have a big push, and who knows if he will be available for WrestleMania 42.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 9

WWE Raw Preview (2/9/26): Start Time, Match Card

The push to WWE Elimination Chamber is on as Monday Night Raw takes over the Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. 2026 Women's Royal Rumble Liv Morgan is expected to be in the house after her trip to SmackDown this past Friday night.

Bron Breakker News / Trade Talk Sports / February 8

Bron Breakker Undergoes Hernia Surgery; Updated WrestleMania 42 Plans

WWE superstar Bron Breakker is sidelined indefinitely after undergoing surgery to repair a serious hernia, according to a report from wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter.

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Wrestling News / Let Them Wrestle / February 8

WWE Raw Predictions After Super Bowl: Finn Balor Will Pipebomb CM Punk

WWE Raw Predictions are here for Feb 9, 2026, live on Netflix, at the Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, and Finn Balor will unleash a pipebomb on CM Punk in the main event.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 8

WWE SmackDown Preview (2/13/26) – Elimination Chamber Qualifiers + 2 Title Matches

Before the day of hearts, we break open doors as Friday Night Fight Night has a ton in store for the WWE Universe as SmackDown airs on SyFy for the next two weeks.

Wrestling News / NY Fights / February 7

Sami Zayn Reportedly Pushed For Royal Rumble 2026 World Title Win Against Drew McIntyre

At Royal Rumble 2026, Sami Zayn challenged Drew McIntyre for his Undisputed WWE Championship. McIntyre had recently won the world title after defeating Cody Rhodes on SmackDown in a Three Stages of Hell match.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / February 7

WWE SmackDown: Randy Orton Secures Chamber Spot while Liv Morgan’s Choice Remains a Mystery

Sometimes, revenge is a dish best served cold. Other times it's served hot, brutal, and right at the start of SmackDown. Cody Rhodes made sure Drew McIntyre paid the price for eliminating him from the Royal Rumble – despite the fact that McIntyre wasn't even a participant in the match.

Wrestling News / Fights Around The World / February 7

WWE SmackDown 2/6 Recap: Jacob Fatu Attacks Drew McIntyre and Liv Morgan Weighs WrestleMania Options

Tonight’s WWE Friday Night SmackDown was live from Charlotte, North Carolina, at the Spectrum Center for a ‘Rumble-after’ show following the red brand’s amazing final segment on this week’s RAW.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / February 6

Cody 'Raheem' Rhodes — The Story Behind the Name

Cody Rhodes made a timely and unexpected cultural reference during the opening segment of the February 6 episode of WWE SmackDown. Addressing the widely

Gail Kim News / Total Apex Sports / February 6

TNA Wrestling Stunningly Sues Gail Kim

TNA Wrestling (under parent company Anthem Sports & Entertainment) has filed a lawsuit against Gail Kim. Kim isn’t just a former talent; she’s effectively the architect of the modern TNA women’s division, having served as a champion, a Hall of Famer, and a backstage producer.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / February 6

WWE SmackDown Charlotte: Randy Orton’s Road to Elimination Chamber Begins

SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis dropped a loaded card for tonight's show, and wrestling fans should be optimistic about what's in store. Two Elimination

Wrestling News / Trade Talk Sports / February 6

WrestleMania 42 Main Events Changed, As Was Plan to Crown First-Time Champion

The final two main events for this year’s WrestleMania have undergone major changes, shifting twice since the original plans were set. According to a report by Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer, things were thrown into a blender when Seth Rollins suffered an injury.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT Results and Review (2/5/26) – Goodbye, Maclin

On the path to TNA Rebellion, TNA No Surrender will take place on February 13, which means in 7 days. As of today, no match has been announced. The card is empty.