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Tony Khan Comments On Kota Ibushi Injury, Gives Update On Swerve Strickland AEW Return

AEW is currently prepping for its next pay per view, WrestleDream, taking place on Saturday, October 18th, from the Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, MO. While some of the biggest AEW talent are appearing on the show, two of its biggest stars are notably missing from the card due to injury.

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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.

Wrestling News / ESPN / October 16

WWE 2K25 to become available for mobile devices via Netflix

The game will be available to players who have an active Netflix subscription.

Vince McMahon News / ESPN / October 16

McMahon to enter program for reckless driving

Former WWE CEO Vince McMahon has been allowed to enter a pretrial program to resolve a reckless driving charge stemming from an accident this summer in Connecticut.

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.

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.

Nick Khan News / Wrestling on SI / October 16

Nick Khan Doubles Down On Choice To Run WWE WrestleMania 43 In Saudi Arabia

WrestleMania 43 in 2027 will be the first-ever Wrestlemania held by WWE outside of North America. The company announced in early September that they'd be bringing their annual biggest show of the year to Saudi Arabia as part of Riyadh Season.

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.

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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.

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / October 16

Confusion emerges over Andrade's status following AEW disappearance

His absence is just another blow for a company that is struggling to find high-level storylines in the absence of its two stars.

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John Cena News / SportsInfo / October 16

5 best wrestlers from the OVW Class of 2002 ft. John Cena

The Ohio Valley Wrestling Class of 2002 delivered arguably the biggest stars for WWE from a single edition Randy Orton, John Cena, Batista, Brock Lesnar,

Triple H News / The Sportster / October 16

Cody Rhodes Potential WrestleMania 42 Opponent Already Planted Heel Turn Seeds

The Road to WrestleMania 42 is on the horizon, and it seems increasingly likely that Cody Rhodes will head to Allegiant Stadium as WWE Champion for a second year in a row.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / October 16

AEW WrestleDream Preview (10/18/25) – Match Card, Time, How to Watch

This year, AEW WrestleDream comes from St Louis’ Chaifetz Arena and, like the previous PPVs headlined by AEW Men’s World champion, Hangman Adam Page, a sense of unfolding transition can be felt across the card.

Wrestling News / Last Word On Sports / October 16

How WWE Should Book a Rey Mysterio Farewell Tour

Rey Mysterio has been a cornerstone of WWE, enchanting fans as the iconic masked luchador. His wrestling journey began on May 29, 1992, in a tag team match for WWA, partnering with Remington against Chamaco Rebelde and Estampa Brava in a no-contest bout.

Wrestling News / SportsInfo / October 16

WWE SmackDown Rating continue to decline amind new Measurement System and Sports competition

WWE Smack Down has been struggling to gain an audience and hold on to its steady viewership in recent weeks. The latest episode, which aired on October 10, 2025, marked another downfall in ratings, continuing the downward trend that has concerned authorities and analysts.

Wrestling News / Yardbarker / October 14