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Brock Lesnar was apparently in no mood to talk Friday night in Toledo, Ohio. The Beast was scheduled for a sit-down interview with Michael Cole on SmackDown, but that did not happen.

Wrestling 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.

Wrestling News / Athlon Sports / September 19

Brock Lesnar Destroys Michael Cole, Corey Graves: SmackDown, September 19, 2025 Results

SmackDown got off to an unexpected start. Michael Cole was supposed to conduct a sit-down interview with Brock Lesnar backstage later in the show, but was told in his headset that Brock wanted "to do it now." Before Cole could make his way to the back, "The Beast" entered the Huntington Center in Toledo, OH.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / July 5

Backstage Support Growing For Corey Graves To Re-Join WWE Main Roster Commentary

Is Corey Graves headed back to WWE main roster commentary in a full-time role? Graves, who was a regular on the Raw and SmackDown announce teams in recent years, was replaced by Pat McAfee when Raw made its Netflix debut back in January.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / June 7

WWE and AAA Fans Are Loving Corey Graves' Commentary on Worlds Collide

Corey Graves may have been given a potentially very difficult task at manning the English language commentary desk for WWE and AAA's Worlds Collide show, but the NXT color commentator drew widespread praise for his incredible efforts.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / April 29

Carmella & Corey Graves expecting second child

Leah Van Dale (former WWE wrestler Carmella) and Corey Graves are celebrating some big personal news. The couple announced today that Van Dale is pregnant with their second child together and is expected to give birth this fall.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / March 24

Pat McAfee Shares Update On His Status For Monday's WWE Raw

Is Pat McAfee returning for this week's WWE Raw? McAfee, who hosts "The Pat McAfee Show' on ESPN, missed last week's episode from Brussels, Belgium, which led to Corey Graves subbing in for him as commentator alongside Michael Cole.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / March 17

Report: Corey Graves filling in for Pat McAfee on WWE Raw

With Pat McAfee not making the trip over to Brussels, there will be a change to the WWE Raw commentary team for this week. PWInsider reports that Corey Graves will be filling in for McAfee on today’s Raw episode, calling the show alongside Michael Cole.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / March 17

Update On Pat McAfee's Replacement For Monday's WWE Raw

A familiar face is set to replace Pat McAfee on the commentary desk on this week's WWE Raw on Netflix. McAfee is currently in the United States to host The Pat McAfee Show on ESPN, which means WWE will need to find someone else to sub in for him on the March 17 edition of Raw in Brussels, Belgium.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / March 6

Carmella wanted to work in WWE while pregnant, questions lack of opportunity

As she promised, Carmella had a lot to say about her exit from WWE following the expiration of her contract. The now-former WWE wrestler appeared on Kail Lowry’s podcast where she discussed what happened when she learned about her WWE contract not being renewed and that her contract was paused for less than two months while pregnant.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / February 21

Report: Carmella’s WWE contract recently expired

Carmella is no longer under WWE contract as her contract expired recently, according to a dual report from Fightful and PW Nexus. The 37-year-old has been out of action since March 2023 as she and husband Corey Graves welcomed the birth of a son in November 2024.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / February 18

Michael Cole Discusses Corey Graves' WWE Situation After Critical Online Post

Veteran WWE commentator and analyst Corey Graves stirred up a bit of controversy last month after he took to social media to air some apparent frustrations with his position in the company.

Wrestling News / F4WOnline.com / January 22

Chris Sabin wins WWE Speed debut, Corey Graves back on commentary

Chris Sabin has a 1-0 record on WWE Speed after making his show debut in victorious fashion. Sabin advanced in the WWE Speed Championship number one contender’s tournament with a victory over Grayson Waller on this week’s episode.

Wrestling News / FirstSportz / January 22

40-year-old star makes his return to WWE show after getting snubbed following whiny rant against the company

Former NXT Tag Team Champion Corey Graves has been making headlines following his controversial move to NXT commentary. After Raw transitioned to Netflix, Graves was reportedly demoted to the developmental brand.

Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 21

Corey Graves Not Expected To Return To WWE NXT This Week

Corey Graves captured plenty of headlines last week, and it doesn't appear the WWE announcer will be back on television to provide any clarity this week.

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Wrestling News / Wrestling on SI / January 20

WWE Rumors : Latest on Ilja Dragunov's Recovery, Becky Lynch, Corey Graves & More

There's no question that WWE is about to add some serious reinforcements to its already stacked roster. Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair, Jade Cargill, Alexa Bliss and Jordynne Grace are all expected to return to WWE programming ahead of WrestleMania 41, and it's not just the women's division that's getting ready to add to its ranks.