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WWE Fans Outraged Over Brock Lesnar's Dominance in John Cena Match

Saturday, September 20, has marked a new dawn for WWE. The company launched its premium live event streaming partnership with ESPN. Now, WWE fans have to watch the main roster PLEs on ESPN’s new direct-to-consumer platform, and the first is Wrestlepalooza.

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Not At 100%, Stephanie Vaquer Guts Out Championship Performance At WWE Wrestlepalooza

"I will be champion." Stephanie Vaquer spoke those words with the utmost confidence Friday afternoon while we chatted in the main lobby of the Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / September 20

WWE Wrestlepalooza Results: The Usos Show ESPN How WWE 'Gets Down' — But Not Win

With LA Knight as special guest referee, Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed defeated Jey and Jimmy Uso in a clunky match. The Usos, entering to a remixed version of Jey's entrance music, told fans in Gainbridge Fieldhouse to "Yeet!" using the flashlights on their phones.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 20

Cody Rhodes on Whether John Cena Gimmick Belittles His Status as WWE Champion

Cody Rhodes has given his take on claims that John Cena's continued use of the 'Last Real Champion' gimmick makes the reigning WWE Champion feel less important.

Wrestling News / The Sportster / September 20

'Shouldn’t Have Come Back' - Logan Paul's Shock Verdict on Cena vs Lesnar at Wrestlepalooza

Logan Paul has admitted he wants John Cena to beat 'disrespectful' Brock Lesnar when they face one another in tonight's opening contest at Wrestlepalooza.

Beth Phoenix News / Wrestling on SI / September 20

WWE Hall of Famer Makes Debut At AEW All Out 2025

Beth Phoenix is All Elite. Phoenix shocked the pro wrestling world when she appeared during the opening match at AEW All Out on Saturday afternoon. Phoenix appeared during the Copeland and Christian Cage vs.

Eddie Kingston News / Wrestling on SI / September 20

Eddie Kingston Was Talked Out Of Retiring From Recent Injury

Eddie Kingston has a 23-year career behind his name, wrestling across the world in promotions like Combat Zone Wrestling, Ring of Honor, Chikara, and All Elite Wrestling.

Triple H News / Wrestling on SI / September 20

The Usos Are Back At WWE Wrestlepalooza & Ready To Make A SportsCenter Top 10 Splash On ESPN

Don't call it a comeback, because Jey and Jimmy Uso are out to prove to the entire world that they are still the ones Saturday night at WWE Wrestlepalooza.

Cody Rhodes News / NY Fights / September 20

Cody Rhodes Names Several WWE Stars Who Can Replace Triple H As The Head Of Creative

When Vince McMahon was still active in WWE, nobody doubted about his successor. Everyone knew that Triple H would be taking his spot. “The Game” had been running NXT for a couple of years before officially taking the creative reign on the main roster.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / September 20

Jimmy Uso Boldly Says Jey Uso’s Entrance Outshines The Rock and The Undertaker

WWE entrances are a vital part of a wrestler’s identity, helping them connect with the audience, and Jey Uso is a prime example. Every time he steps into the arena, his entrance is more than just a walk to the ring, it’s a full-on celebration of “Yeet” chants that energizes the crowd.

Bo Dallas News / Last Word On Sports / September 20

Bo Dallas Continues to Drive a Wedge Between the Street Profits on 9/19 WWE SmackDown

Since their debut, Bo Dallas and the Wyatt Sicks have laid out a series of promises they’ve vowed to keep. They have helped each other several times, showing they have each other’s backs for real.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / September 20

Drew McIntyre Pummels Cody Rhodes After Tense Pre-Wrestlepalooza Confrontation on SmackDown

Wrestlepalooza is shaping up to be a must-watch event. On the go-home edition of SmackDown from Ohio, two of the night’s biggest matches delivered intense moments.

Joe Hendry News / Last Word On Sports / September 19

TNA’s Joe Hendry Reportedly Bound to WWE, Starting 2026

That’s probably been the worst-kept secret of the year: Joe Hendry is closer than ever to going to WWE when his TNA contract ends at the end of the year.

Tiffany Stratton News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Tiffany Stratton Confronts Star, Triple Threat Match Set: SmackDown Results

WWE Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton interrupted Nia Jax on SmackDown. Jax was in the ring cutting a promo on Stratton and Jade Cargill. Before Stratton could make her way to the ring to finish the confrontation, Jade Cargill charged towards Jax.

Paul Heyman News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Developing: Brock Lesnar to Paul Heyman: 'We Should Talk' — SmackDown Results

After opening SmackDown with chaos — manhandling Michael Cole and destroying Corey Graves with two F-5s — an even more surprising interaction occurred.

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Corey Graves News / Last Word On Sports / September 19

Corey Graves Gets Physical on WWE SmackDown

WWE SmackDown, the night before Wrestlepalooza, the WWE Universe saw something they thought they would never see again. During a segment between Brock Lesnar and Michael Cole, where “The Beast” was threatening to brutalize the legendary voice of the WWE, his long-time friend and commentary partner Corey Graves would come to help.

Toni Storm News / Fights Around The World / September 19

‘Timeless’ Toni Storm Has Signed Her ‘Life To AEW’

‘Timeless’ Toni Storm isn’t leaving any room for doubt. The AEW superstar is gearing up for a glitzy but gritty four-way title defense at All Out 2025, where she’ll square off against Thekla, Jamie Hayter, and Kris Statlander.

Wrestling News / WWE on ClutchPoints / September 19

WWE’s Seth Rollins drops hint about potential retirement plans

While you could argue he is doing the best work of his career, WWE Superstar Seth Rollins may retire sooner than one would expect. Speaking on Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson, Rollins got real about the possibility of retiring from WWE.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / September 19

AEW Women’s Champion ‘Timeless’ Toni Storm on Going ‘All Out’ & Pushing Limits

If there ever was a performer today who was worthy of an Emmy in pro wrestling, it would be “Timeless” Toni Storm. The All Elite Wrestling Women’s Champion is a throwback to a golden age of Hollywood glam when Bette Davis, Ingrid Bergman, and Marilyn Monroe reigned.

Triple H News / FirstSportz / September 19

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.

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.