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WWE King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring are delivering with Night of Champions 2026 ahead -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down! Host Adam Silverstein opens with The Main Event [3:15] tackling Cody Rhodes and GUNTHER seemingly repeating the Drew McIntyre feud before driving into Oba Femi, Dominik Mysterio and Chad Gable making significant strides in their booking. "The Silver King" then covers The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [24:05], including Seth Rollins calling out Roman Reigns, LA Knight finding his stride with Jey Uso, Je'Von Evans grabbing a huge victory, Liv Morgan unwittingly leading a Judgment Day split, Royce Keys being marginalized, Ricky Saints stepping up and what Sol Ruca vs. Lyra Valkyria proved about their current roles. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER| Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!
WWE is full steam ahead to WWE Night of Champions 2026 -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down! Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with a second look at WWE Clash in Italy and Mascara Contra Mascara [8:55] before diving into The Main Event [37:40] covering Jacob Fatu acknowledging Roman Reigns, plus the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring tournament brackets with predictions after Oba Femi and IYO SKY advanced. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:16:00], including Seth Rollins beating Bron Breakker (what's The Vision's future?), Cody Rhodes getting heated with Sami Zayn, Carmelo Hayes confronting Trick Williams, Blake Monroe eyeing Rhea Ripley and Chelsea Green befriending Tiffany Stratton. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER| Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!
El 2012 nos llama otra vez, luego de haber pasado por SummerSlam, para caer esta vez en Night of Champions, con todos los campeonatos en juego. Alessandro Leonardo (@Cassual54) y Fede Fromhell (@FFromhell) conversan sobre todo lo sucedido en el PPV, especialmente su destacado main event. Se habla de CM Punk y John Cena empatando, la Brogue Kick de Sheamus estando prohibida (o no), Daniel Bryan y Kane ganando el título de parejas, Randy Orton vs Dolph Ziggler, Eve Torres consiguiendo un combate de manera sospechosa, encuentro de Rey Mysterio y Sin Cara, y mucho más.
The Rewind Crew review Night of Champions 2025 from WWE.
Today we jump back ten years (9-20-2015) to the Night of Champions Post-Game Show with PWTorch columnist Greg Parks and James Caldwell discussing with live callers the PPV in-person (Caldwell) vs. WWE Network (Parks), plus in-depth, philosophical discussion including when a heel is not a heel.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Sept. 21 and 22, 2010.On the Sept. 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss the Raw ratings drop, Night of Champions fallout, who should be TNA Champ right now, Michael Cole as a heel announcer, mystery G.M. speculation, RVD's shameful promo on TNA Impact last week, and much more including the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow topic of merging titles and brands and more.On the Sept. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on Tuesday night's NXT, C.M. Punk on commentary, whether Punk is the new Jericho, Jericho's storyline and real-time Tweet discussion, the poor Raw TV rating and what WWE can do, whether it means Vince McMahon or Triple H are coming back for a quick fix, John Cena as a potential heel with Nexus, the mystery Raw GM, the state of the women's division in WWE, Cole ripping on Hart Dynasty on Raw, and much more. Also, Pat McNeill's Live Events Center! In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss in-depth RVD's promo on Impact last week and where it fits in historically, the lack of vision and direction for TNA, steroids in sports including the PED issue in MMA with Chael Sonnen, plus Nostalgia News & Notes this week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
This week on the Drive Thru, Jim reviews WWE Night Of Champions from Saudi Arabia, as well as Raw highlights & CM Punk's Thuganomics promo! Plus From The Files: Gory Guerrero, and YOUR questions about Roman Reigns, retro figures, Jon Moxley, Nathan Jones, the General Lee jumping a fountain, and much more! Thanks to our episode sponsors: HELIX: Go to helixsleep.com/jce for 27% Off Sitewide exclusive for listeners of Jim Cornette's Drive-Thru! SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/cornette Send in your question for the Drive-Thru to: CornyDriveThru@gmail.com Follow Jim and Brian on Twitter: @TheJimCornette @GreatBrianLast Merch! https://arcadianvanguard.com/ Join Jim Cornette's College Of Wrestling Knowledge on Patreon to access the archives & more! https://www.patreon.com/Cornette Subscribe to the Official Jim Cornette channel on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/c/OfficialJimCornette Visit Jim's official site at www.JimCornette.com for merch, live dates, commentaries and more! You can listen to Brian on the 6:05 Superpodcast at 605pod.com or wherever you find your favorite podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maffew and Ross are here with this week's Cultaholic Wrestling Podcast including their reviews of WWE Night Of Champions, SmackDown, Raw, NXT and AEW Dynamite! They will also be answering the big question - What Do We Want To See From The Rest Of John Cena's WWE Run?JOIN US and hit SUBSCRIBE!PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/cultaholicWEB: https://cultaholic.com/MERCH: https://www.cultaholicshop.comTWITCH: https://twitch.tv/CultaholicTWITTER/X: https://www.twitter.com/CultaholicFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CultaholicINSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/cultaholicwrestlingWHATSAPP: https://www.cultaholic.com/whatsappDISCORD - https://www.cultaholic.com/discordCAMEO - https://www.cultaholic.com/cameoPODCASTS - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7yTfgtZJGF0J3ya3dETWfx - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/cultaholic-wrestling/id1344913966NEWS PODCASTS - Spotify: https://www.cultaholic.com/spotify - Apple Podcasts: https://www.cultaholic.com/apple➡️ Get 10% off EVERYTHING at GamerSupps or try a FREE trial pack with FREE delivery using code CULTAHOLIC at https://www.cultaholic.com/gamersupps!➡️ Sign up to Wrestle Crate UK using code CULTAHOLIC and receive DOUBLE the merch with your first month's crate: https://www.wrestlecrate.co.ukCultaholic provides video coverage of professional wrestling - including WWE (including WWE Raw, WWE SmackDown, and NXT), AEW, TNA Wrestling (formerly IMPACT), NJPW, ROH, and more with daily news updates, reviews, lists, highlights, predictions, reactions, podcasts and much, much more.Creative Commons Licensing Information: https://creativecommons.org/share-your-work/cclicenses/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is CM Punk a hypocrite for going to Saudi Arabia? Anyone who knows Matt Hardy knows The Hardys and Punk have had an up and down relationship, but Matt gives his honest opinion on the CM Punk/Saudi Arabia situation, and whether or not Punk is a "WWE Guy" at this juncture on an all-new Extreme Life! Special thanks to this week's sponsors! Mando - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo HARDY at ShopMando.com! #mandopod #Ad FOLLOW AND SUBSCRIBE TO ALL THINGS MATT HARDY at https://linktr.ee/matthardypod Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at SaveWithConrad.com On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at AdFreeShows.com If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on the Extreme Life of Matt Hardy. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to AdvertiseWithHardy.com now and find out more about advertising with the Extreme Life of Matt Hardy. The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy podcast is a pro wrestling podcast that covers Matt Hardy's journey through WWE, AEW, TNA, and other wrestling adventures. Download the podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QGKxeH8v8Ea6eawO90Q44 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-extreme-life-of-matt-hardy/id1602252129 Everywhere else: ExtremeHardy.com #WWE #AEW #TNA #HardyBoyz
This episode we rundown the card to WWE NIGHT OF CHAMPIONS 2025. Join The Wrestling Returns on Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/614555330016037 Instagram: @the_wrestling_returns X: @the_w_returns Check out everything Horror Returns at: https://thehorrorreturns.com Join The Horror Returns Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1056143707851246 THR Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thehorrorreturns Join The Action Returns Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/841619946357776 Follow The Action Returns on IG and Twitter: Instagram: @theactionreturns X: @action_returns Join the THR Presents: Stream Fiends Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3860579827402429 Follow THR Stream Fiends on IG: @thrstreamfiends Hit up E Society on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/ESocietyPodcast/ Check out our ESP Spotify For Creators feed: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/esoc E Society YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCliC6x_a7p3kTV_0LC4S10A E Society and Mac-Nez t-shirts Tee Public: http://tee.pub/lic/9ko9r4p5uvE X: @esocietypod @macnezpod @TheoZissou Instagram: @esocietypod @thezissou @macnezpod Nez and Taylor Blu-ray IG pages: @bluraynez @blurayterror TikTok: @esocietypod
On this episode of the CA Media Podcast, the crew and I dive into our prediction and fallout from the Night of Champions PLE and dive into the future of WWE SNME, Evolution and Summerslam Visionary Minds Public Relations and Media is a founding supporting sponsor of the CAMedia PodcastMake sure you get your Publicity, Digital Marketing, Writing, Media Consulting Services at visionarymindsny@gmail.com where Tammy Reese is the owner.You can listen to the podcast on the following platforms:Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ca-media-podcast/id1534508960SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/0T1qlQvvRNpBjrFz4N5X26?si=7a873afde9ed4e34You can follow the podcast atFacebook: facebook.com/CAMediaPodcastInstagram: Instagram.com/CAMediaPodcastBlue Sky:https://bsky.app/profile/camediapodcast.bsky.socialX: https://x.com/CAMediaPodcastIF you want to be on the podcast you can email the podcast at camediapodcast@gmail.com
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Story Time with Dutch Mantell 139 | WWE Night of Champions Review After a suprisingly entertaining showing in Saudi Arabia for WWE night of Champions, Dutch Mantell is here to rate the show overall and discuss the specific parts of the show that he feels were hitting the right notes. What would be the right thing to do next with Jacob fatu? What made the match between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton work so well? Is CM Punk a sellout? Aall this and more on this week's edition of Story Time with Dutch Mantell. PW Tees Store - https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/dutchmantell https://www.youtube.com/@StevieRichardsShow https://www.youtube.com/@WSI https://www.facebook.com/storytimewithdutchmantell Email questions to: questionsfordutch@gmail.com Email for signed merch: dirtydutchmantell@gmail.com Got a question for Dutch Mantell? Email it to: questionsfordutch@gmail.com Want signed merchandise from Dutch Mantell? Email: dirtydutchmantell@gmail.com
Oli and Luke review WWE Raw from June 30th, 2025!Timestamps:0:55 - Start2:43 - Really good match5:02 - What's wrong with New Day?14:05 - UltraChats24:50 - Pacitti on Raw?25:34 - Rhea promo29:02 - Backstage interviews and chats30:24 - Goldberg video31:22 - Gable injured33:13 - Jurassic Reed33:56 - Plans for tag champs35:15 - Sheamus v. Rusev36:27 - Evolution video37:16 - A new El Grande?41:05 - Gunther promo43:48 - Rollins joins in45:24 - So many people in this feud!47:19 - Judgment Day Clubhouse meeting48:32 - Kairi Sane video48:53 - Bayley v. Lyra Valkyria50:47 - Sami/Penta backstage51:01 - Breakker SMASH!52:40 - Penta & Sami Zayn vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed54:03 - Overall rating54:59 - UltraChatsWATCH: R-Truth career retrospective
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Booking both WWE Saturday Night's Main Event and WWE Evolution simultaneously with WWE SummerSlam 2025 on the horizon has led to a serious creative quandary. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with a brief second look at WWE Night of Champions [4:40] before tackling some WWE news [24:40], including what's ahead for Roman Reigns and WWE Survivor Series 2025. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then dive into The Main Event [34:20] covering the booking of another Rhea Ripley title match and what it means for IYO SKY's championship reign, Bayley and Lyra Valkyria thriving while awaiting Becky Lynch, GUNTHER standing out on the mic and Seth Rollins being attacked by both CM Punk and LA Knight. The guys then break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:10:40], including Tiffany Stratton's title run, Judgment Day and Giulia thriving while winning championships, Chad Gable's injury write off and much more. Plus, The Last Word [1:54:00] on WWE production and peanut butter & jelly sandwiches. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
On this edition of the ODPH, the panel sits down to discuss: - What went down this past weekend at the latest WWE PLE, Night of Champions! - A recap of what happened at UFC 317 in Las Vegas this past weekend! - The surprising news that the Milwaukee Bucks have WAIVED point guard Damian Lillard! All that and much more! For more #ODPH Content, check out our website! For #ODPH Social Media, here's our directory! ODPH Sports Edition Intro Music provided by Brian Wolff Follow Nerd Initiative on your favorite social accounts at: https://linktr.ee/nerd_initiative Find Your Comic Store: https://findyourcomic.store/ Fantasyverse: Where Comics, Manga and more Collide: https://www.fanatical.com/en/fantasyverse
Episode 131 of Wrestling Tonight dives into one of the most consequential weeks in professional wrestling, where spectacle met scandal and history was made on multiple fronts. At the center of it all was WWE's Night of Champions, an event clouded in geopolitical controversy and marked by dramatic in-ring developments. Headlining the show was John Cena, who emerged from his clash with CM Punk still Undisputed WWE Champion after a chaotic main event that seemed designed to frustrate rather than resolve. Punk's return to Saudi Arabia, after years of public criticism of the regime, added a complex emotional layer to the match—only to be further muddled by a murky finish and post-match taunting from Seth Rollins, who now looms large as a wild card with the Money in the Bank briefcase and Paul Heyman at his side. Elsewhere on the card, Cody Rhodes captured the King of the Ring crown in a ceremonial victory over Randy Orton, a bout more notable for its symbolism than its drama. Jade Cargill's Queen of the Ring triumph over Asuka was a visual spectacle but highlighted the steep learning curve she still faces. Sami Zayn, returning to Saudi Arabia for only the second time, scored an emotional victory over Karrion Kross in a moment that resonated deeply with the live crowd. The U.S. Title scene saw more chaos than clarity, with Solo Sikoa toppling Jacob Fatu in a match heavy on interference and light on clean resolution. WWE rounded out the event with a formal announcement: the 2026 Royal Rumble will be held in Riyadh, solidifying its long-term partnership with the Kingdom in a move that continues to stir debate about the company's global priorities and moral compass. Across the wrestling landscape, AEW is preparing for a record-setting night of its own as All In: Texas—set for July 12 at Globe Life Field—has already surpassed $2.5 million in gate revenue with over 19,000 paid tickets sold, becoming the most-attended non-WWE wrestling event in North American history. The event has begun to take shape with Mark Briscoe and Kris Statlander securing the first slots in their respective Casino Gauntlet matches, while JetSpeed—Mike Bailey and Kevin Knight—earned a title shot against The Hurt Syndicate after a fiery win on Dynamite. Their celebration was short-lived, as Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin, flanked by MVP and MJF, launched a brutal assault that left both challengers laid out, punctuating their dominance with a table-shattering finale. Back in NXT, Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo claimed the Heritage Cup in dramatic and controversial fashion, as interference from Luca Crusifino backfired, fracturing the D'Angelo Family and casting doubt over loyalties. Injuries continue to plague WWE's roster, with Liv Morgan undergoing shoulder surgery and Chad Gable reportedly sidelined following an on-screen arm-break angle with Penta. Gable is set for surgery in early July and may miss several months of action. Meanwhile, Keith Lee took to social media to reassure fans his prolonged AEW absence is not health-related but rather out of his hands, a quiet critique of creative stasis. ROH and CMLL's Global Wars event delivered one of the year's most stirring cards, headlined by Bandido's successful ROH World Title defense over Mascara Dorada in a lucha clinic that further cemented his reign. The night also featured the emotional submission victory of Blue Panther over Lee Moriarty, which led to a surprise appearance from Bryan Danielson. Days later, Danielson again shocked fans by returning after AEW Collision in a surprise segment with Max Caster, submitting him in seconds with the LeBell Lock after an assist from Adam Cole. For the night, Danielson aligned with Kyle O'Reilly as “Kyle Danielson,” delighting the Washington crowd with a heartfelt rendition of “The Final Countdown.” Elsewhere in the news, the legal pressure continues to mount for WWE as Janel Grant's legal team filed a sweeping discovery request seeking emails, board minutes, NDA drafts, and internal communications involving Vince McMahon, WWE HR, Linda McMahon, and Dr. Carlton Colker. The move is intended to challenge WWE's push for arbitration, arguing that Grant's allegations of coercion deserve to be scrutinized in open court. MLW found itself in AEW's crosshairs as MJF appeared unannounced at an MLW taping to attack Mistico, further fueling speculation of a storyline—or power play—between the companies. NJPW's G1 tournament suffered a personal setback as Bad Luck Fale withdrew following a loss in the family, opening the door for Satoshi Kojima to face Ryohei Oiwa in the play-in. Meanwhile, Bobby Lashley not only continues his dominance in AEW but has also been announced for a French indie show following Forbidden Door, while teasing a potential MMA return after appearing at a recent BKFC event. In the world of broadcast media, SiriusXM has announced the launch of Pro Wrestling Nation, a 24/7 channel devoted entirely to pro wrestling that will replace Fight Nation. The new station will feature expanded programming including Busted Open Radio, Off the Ropes with Jonathan Coachman, and shows hosted by Natalya and Denise Salcedo. And just across from Madison Square Garden, a new Hulk Hogan-themed bar called Slam is preparing to open its doors, promising fans memorabilia, MSG nostalgia, and a full-circle tribute to one of wrestling's most controversial icons. From Saudi stadiums to Texas megashows, courtroom battles to backstage power moves, Wrestling Tonight continues to bring you the full spectrum of professional wrestling in all its triumphs, contradictions, and unfinished stories. Be sure to subscribe to Wrestling Tonight on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts—and follow @TurnbuckleTavern for weekly insights across WWE, AEW, NJPW, TNA, ROH, and the independent scene.
Dave LaGreca, Mark Henry & Bully Ray break down the WWE Night of Champions main event between John Cena and CM Punk, plus, Karrion Kross joins the show! To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
The Pro Wrestling Boom Podcast with Jason Powell is co-hosted by Jonny Fairplay of "Survivor" and "House of Villains" fame, answering email questions coming out of WWE Night of Champions. Our next big event post-show will be on Monday, July 14, coming out of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event, AEW All In Texas, and NXT Great American Bash...
Jonathan Hood and Tommy Dreamer give their reactions to WWE Night of Champions. Plus! They break down Joe Hendry's promo and discuss his quest to reclaim the TNA World Title at Slammiversary. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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Oli and Sat review WWE Night of Champions 2025, with Cody Rhodes and Askua being crowned the King and Queen of the Ring, the Bloodline debut of Tala Tonga (with bonus Solo Sikoa first singles title win), and ALL THE INTERFERENCE for John Cena vs CM Punk...WATCH: John Cena Pipebomb Reaction WWE Night of Champions 2025 Predictions! John Cena Pipebomb Reaction!
Today's wrestling news, including...Hikuleo DEBUTS At WWE Night Of Champions!WWE Talent Already On Their Way Back From Saudi Arabia!Backstage Update On Otis' WWE Status!Major Shake-Up Coming For NXT?!ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@CulturedLeftPeg@WhatCultureWWE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Let's talk about the results of WWE's Night of Champions PLE. One that saw John Cena retain against CM Punk, Jade Cargill's negative reaction from Saudi, Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton and much more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.
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John Pollock & Wai Ting review WWE Night of Champions from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia featuring the King/Queen of the Ring finals and John Cena vs. CM Punk for the WWE Championship.They discuss the Riyadh crowd's live response to CM Punk and assess the effects of his overall presentation heading into NOC, the impact of K/QOTR results heading into SummerSlam, the debut of Hikuleo, and Paul Levesque's post show comments about Punk.Ad-free version available for patrons at POSTwrestlingCafe.comWWE Night of ChampionsJune 28, 2025Kingdom ArenaRiyadh, Saudi ArabiaUndisputed WWE Title: John Cena (c) vs. CM PunkKing Of The Ring 2025 Final: Randy Orton vs. Cody RhodesQueen Of The Ring 2025 Final: Asuka vs. Jade CargillWWE United States Title: Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Solo SikoaStreet Fight: Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel RodriguezSami Zayn vs. Karrion KrossPhoto Courtesy: WWEBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordMerch: http://Chopped-Tees.com/POSTwrestlingOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
WWE Night of Champions 2025 featured a star-studded main event rivalry showdown between John Cena and CM Punk with King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring both on the line. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini jumped on the mic immediately after the show to break down WWE Night of Champions results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis review. After an extended opening discussing Punk's apology, "The Silver King" and "Vintage" cover interference from Seth Rollins in the main event; whether Cody Rhodes and Jade Cargill won crowns, respectively, over Randy Orton and Asuka as expected; Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez in a street fight; Hikuleo debuting and Tonga Loa returning during Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa; what's next for Karrion Kross after facing Sami Zayn; and early booking plans for WWE SummerSlam 2025. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
Sean Ross Sapp (@SeanRossSapp) reviews the WWE Night Of Champions PLE, June 28, 2025 including:-WWE King of the Ring Tournament final: Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton -WWE Queen of the Ring Tournament final: Asuka vs. Jade Cargill -Undisputed WWE Championship: John Cena (c) vs. CM Punk-WWE United States Championship: Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Solo Sikoa -Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez in a Street Fight-Karrion Kross vs. Sami ZaynGrab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to http://nordvpn.com/fightful to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + a Bonus Gift! It's completely risk free with Nord's 30 day money-back guarantee! https://nordvpn.com/fightful Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!Get the best night's sleep of your life and 100 nights risk free on a great mattress with http://HelixSleep.com/Fightful!Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/FIGHTFULSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fightful-pro-wrestling-and-mma-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
In our post-PLE "Wrestling Night in America" format, PWTorch columnist Greg Parks is joined by PWTorch.com contributor Paul Weigle to discuss in-depth the WWE Night of Champions PLE, including interaction with those VIP members joining by video call and those contributing in the chat. They break down all six matches on the card, including all the gaga in the main event, seeds for the potential babyface turn of John Cena, taking stock of Jade Cargill's progress, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
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WWE brings Night of Champions back for the first time since 2023, returning to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for the second premium live event outside of the U.S. this year. While the name of the event implies it will be a night dedicated to championship matches, only two will take place, headlined by another bout between longtime foes in John Cena and CM Punk for the Undisputed Championship. The United States Championship match features former members of The Bloodline.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Do you think it was the greatest promo of all-time?Timestamps:0:55 - Intro2:02 - John Cena Pipebomb Reaction32:45 - AEW Dynamite Review50:51 - WWE Night of Champions 2025 PredictionsWATCH: Is Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice The Worst Movie Ever?
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WWE Night of Champions Predictions Show with your host, Stephanie Chase, and her guest, Shirleigh Shirlz.Network: Peacock & NetflixVenue: Kingdom ArenaLocation: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaEvent Date: June 28, 2025 1:00 PM ESTKing of the Ring Tournament FinalTBD vs. TBDQueen of the Ring Tournament FinalTBD vs. TBDUndisputed WWE ChampionshipJohn Cena (c) vs. CM PunkWWE Intercontinental ChampionshipDominik Mysterio (c) vs. A.J. StylesIf you want to bet on Wrestling or any other sport, check out our new partner where we get ALL of our odds! https://mybookie.website/joinwithFIGHTFUL. and use the promo code FIGHTFUL. Deposit $100, get $50. Go in with $200, and they'll make it $100!To directly support us and our continuing breaking news, interviews, and the like, subscribe to FightfulSelect.com. You'll get exclusive news sent to you directly before anyone else, and dozens of podcasts monthly, including Sean Ross Sapp's Q&A, Ask Grapsody, Alex Pawlowski's Sour Graps, exclusive access to Fightful interviews, and more for only $5.99 a month or $64 a year!Fightful.com and Fightful Wrestling bring you accurate wrestling news, exclusive interviews, and podcasts in a professional but entertaining setting. We've interviewed the most prominent names across WWE, AEW, TNA, NJPW, UFC, and more!Make sure to check out Fightful Overbooked. The ESPN 2 version of Fightful! / fightfuloverbooked . Also, visit our clips channel at / fightfulscraps Shop our awesome merch! Shop.Fightful.comFollow Fightful on Social Media!X: http//www.x.com/FightfulX: http//www.x.com/FightfulSelectTiktok: / fightful.com Facebook: / fightfulonline Instagram: / fightfulonline Threads: https://www.threads.com/@fightfulonlineBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fightful.comFightful EspanolEspanol Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...Espanol Instagram: / fightful_espanol Espanol Twitter: https://x.com/fightfulespanolEspañol Patreon: / fightfulespanol Want to listen to the show on the go! We are available on your favorite podcast platform!Our Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/FIGHTFULSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fightful-pro-wrestling-and-mma-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
WWE Night of Champions 2025 has arrived shrouded in controversy as John Cena vs. CM Punk headlines a Saudi Arabia show amid a Middle East conflict. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Night of Champions ultimate preview [1:57:35] breaking down all six matches. Are Cody Rhodes (vs. Randy Orton in King of the Ring) and Jade Cargill (vs. Asuka in Queen of the Ring) obvious winners ahead of WWE SummerSlam? Will the Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez street fight live up to expectations? Why are only two titles being defended? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open with WWE news [6:20] before covering The Main Event [26:00] where Cena's troll pipe bomb of Punk stood as a signature moment. The guys then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [56:20], including early thoughts on Seth Rollins' faction, the four semifinal matches, Becky Lynch vs. Bayley ending in a disqualification, plans for Judgment Day after Liv Morgan's injury and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
Enjoy this episode of The Don Tony Show recorded Monday night, 6/23/25. Running Time: 2 Hours 25 Minutes. Some Topics Discussed: WWE Night Of Champions 2025 Preview and Predictions Addressing the concerns about WWE traveling to Saudi Arabia amidst recent bombings involving United States, Isreal, and Iran Dominik Mysterio vs AJ Styles match at WWE Night Of Champions canceled due to an injury Cody Rhodes (vs Randy Orton) and Jade Cargill (vs Asuka) advance to King and Queen Of The Ring Finals at WWE Night Of Champions Rhea Ripley vs Raquel Rodriguez Street Fight and Sami Zayn vs Karrion Kross added to WWE Night Of Champions WWE RAW 6/23/25 Recap and Review (Columbus, OH) WWE RAW 6/30/25 (Pittsburgh, PA) airing live at a special 6PM ET start time Bubba The Love Sponge' original claim about Hulk Hogan' life threatening heart surgery may end up being pretty accurate Injury updates to Liv Morgan, Elijah, Noam Dar and Buddy Matthews WWE reveals dates and locations for nine of remaining seventeen appearances for John Cena Retirement Tour WWE acknowledges SNME is Goldberg' retirement match without adding any stipulations Hulk Hogan themed Sports Bar coming to NYC across from Madison Square Garden WWE applies to trademark: WWE Late Night Kayla Braxton interested in returning to WWE? Sons Of Texas (Dustin Rhodes and Sammy Guevara) tout reaching 300 days as ROH Tag Team Champions Cool WWE 2K25 video game news involving Abyss Jellyroll announced for 7/11/25 WWE SmackDown (Nashville TN) AEW Dynamite 6/18/25 and NXT 6/17/25 TV ratings DT/KC Roll Call: Special shout-out and thanks to our latest supporters who bought DTKC Shirts and/or became a YouTube/Patreon Channel Member the past week And much more! CLICK HERE to download the AUDIO episode of THE DON TONY SHOW (6/23/25) CLICK HERE for the COMMERCIAL FREE AUDIO episode of THE DON TONY SHOW (6/23/25) CLICK HERE for the ENHANCED YOUTUBE MEMBERS VERSION (w/PICS & VIDEOS ADDED) of THE DON TONY SHOW 6/23/25) **AVAILABLE ONLINE TUE 6/24/25 AFTER 6PM ET** CLICK HERE to listen to THE DON TONY SHOW (6/23/25) online CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all the shows ==== The Don Tony Show 6/16/25 CLICK HERE to download the AUDIO episode of THE DON TONY SHOW (6/16/25) CLICK HERE for the COMMERCIAL FREE AUDIO episode of THE DON TONY SHOW (6/16/25) CLICK HERE for the ENHANCED YOUTUBE MEMBERS VERSION (w/PICS & VIDEOS ADDED) of THE DON TONY SHOW 6/16/25) CLICK HERE to listen to THE DON TONY SHOW (6/16/25) online ==== REMEMBERING KEVIN CASTLE
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On this edition of the ODPH, the panel sits down to discuss: - Our thoughts about the Oklahoma City Thunder winning the NBA Championship, plus the NBA Draft taking place THIS Wednesday! - WWE's next PLE is taking place THIS Saturday in Saudi Arabia! It's Night of Champions! We break down the card & give our predictions! - Plus the latest news in the UFC, including the news that Jon Jones has retired! All that and much more! For more #ODPH Content, check out our website! For #ODPH Social Media, here's our directory! ODPH Sports Edition Intro Music provided by Brian Wolff Follow Nerd Initiative on your favorite social accounts at: https://linktr.ee/nerd_initiative Find Your Comic Store: https://findyourcomic.store/ Fantasyverse: Where Comics, Manga and more Collide: https://www.fanatical.com/en/fantasyverse
On Episode 130 of Wrestling Tonight, we trace the line between spectacle and volatility as WWE prepares to stage Night of Champions in one of the most geopolitically tense environments the company has ever operated in. The event, set for June 28 in Riyadh, features John Cena vs. CM Punk for the WWE Championship—a match built on personal history, philosophical tension, and, now, moral ambiguity. Punk, once the most outspoken critic of WWE's Saudi partnership, now finds himself at the center of it. And while the match is poised to be a classic, the backdrop is far from fiction. Just days ago, the U.S. launched Operation Midnight Hammer, a bombing campaign on Iranian nuclear sites. Iran responded by vowing “everlasting consequences,” placing a target—symbolic or otherwise—on every American in the region. The UK government has issued active travel advisories, commercial flights have diverted around Iranian airspace, and yet, WWE is undeterred. The official statement is measured: “monitoring the situation.” But the unofficial stance is louder: we're going. With the 2026 Royal Rumble scheduled for Saudi Arabia, and WWE's billion-dollar deal with the Kingdom intact, there's little room for second thoughts. We explore the Formula 1 precedent, where missile fire near the circuit didn't stop the show, and how this moment once again pits corporate confidence against real-world caution. Meanwhile, Cena added fuel to the fire with a SmackDown promo that didn't just build the match—it dismantled Punk. Echoing Punk's own iconic Pipe Bomb from 2011, Cena turned the mirror around, calling Punk a hypocrite, “Mr. TKO,” and a man who peaked "seven minutes, fourteen years ago." It was biting, meta, and signaled that this isn't just a title defense—it's an ideological showdown. The rest of the Night of Champions card offers serious implications: Jacob Fatu defends the U.S. Championship against Solo Sikoa in a grudge match born from Bloodline fractures Dominik Mysterio puts the Intercontinental Title on the line against AJ Styles in a collision of lineage and legacy Randy Orton awaits Cody Rhodes or Jey Uso in the King of the Ring Final, with a SummerSlam title shot hanging in the balance Asuka stands tall in the Queen of the Ring Final, but will face either Jade Cargill or Roxanne Perez to earn her crown Beyond the Kingdom, WWE also confirmed a long-rumored farewell: Goldberg's final match will take place July 12 in Atlanta, facing Gunther for the World Heavyweight Championship. After years of unfinished business and polarizing returns, Goldberg finally goes out on his own terms—with his son Gage by his side. We break down why this match matters, and why it may be the right curtain call. Over in TNA, the Order 4 civil war escalates as Cedric Alexander makes his surprise debut, confronting Mustafa Ali and drawing battle lines inside the most unstable faction in the company. With Jason Hotch re-signing and Skyler caught in the crossfire, TNA quietly continues to tell one of the strongest faction stories in wrestling today. Also in this episode: Stephanie McMahon calls Vince “his own biggest nemesis”, as lawsuits and new ventures define his post-WWE chapter SmackDown returns to two hours starting July 4, ending a brief and polarizing experiment Los Garza win AAA Tag Team gold at Triplemania Regia in their hometown of Monterrey Mercedes Moné wins the CMLL Women's Championship but is ambushed by Toni Storm as their All In collision looms Jon Moxley & AEW sued over an unscripted incident from a 2023 Dynamite taping Tony Khan weighs in on AEW's future amid Warner Bros. Discovery's corporate split Hook confirms his concussion, but says a return is near From Riyadh to Atlanta, TNA's tapings in Pittsburgh to AEW's shifting alliances, this week in wrestling isn't just about matches—it's about how much risk this industry is willing to shoulder in the name of business, legacy, and control. Subscribe to Wrestling Tonight on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, and follow @TurnbuckleTavern for weekly coverage of WWE, AEW, TNA, NJPW, GCW, and more.
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On today's wrestling news, Andy and Adam discuss the current situation surrounding WWE's upcoming Premium Live Event, Night of Champions.ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@AdamWilbourn@AndyHMurray@WhatCultureWWE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WWE Night of Champions 2025, WWE Saturday Night's Main Event and WWE Evolution cards are being built concurrently on TV with John Cena vs. CM Punk leading the way. Host Adam Silverstein opens with a brief look at the latest WWE news [2:05] before co-host Chris Vannini joins for The Main Event [17:30] covering Punk's attempted take down on of Cena and hypocrisy for wrestling at Blood Money in the Sand. The guys also discuss Cody Rhodes' candidacy to dethrone Cena, LA Knight's increased role with Seth Rollins, Goldberg returning to fight GUNTHER for the title, and the King of the Ring semifinals involving Sami Zayn and Jey Uso. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:14:05], including Liv Morgan's untimely injury, Asuka's return, Becky Lynch vs. Bayley, the Queen of the Ring semifinals and the Wyatt Sicks ruining the burgeoning SmackDown tag team division. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Announced The King Of the Ring is back in 2025! The Winner will be crowned at WWE Night Of Champions, and gets a shot at The WWE World Championship at Summer Slam!This show looks at who we think could be the top five to be the mystery opponent! Remember, spoiler free's the way to be!#WWEKOTR #WWENOC #WWENEWS #WrestlingPodcast Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
WWE Night of Champions 2025 immediately moved into focus with John Cena vs. CM Punk for the WWE Championship serving as a controversial main event for the show. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open their milestone 750th episode with a second look at WWE Money in the Bank 2025 [9:40], including reaction to the return of R-Truth. The guys then go over a variety of WWE news items [29:25] before attacking The Main Event [48:00] where they dive into Cena vs. Punk occurring in Saudi Arabia, GUNTHER regaining the World Heavyweight Championship from Jey Uso, Seth Rollins not yet cashing in his briefcase and Ron Killings making his WWE debut. "Vintage" next pays off his losing wager [1:19:50] before he joins "The Silver King" to break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:32:30] featuring King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring beginning with Sami Zayn and Roxanne Perez advancing, Liv Morgan confronting a returning Nikki Bella, Bayley attacking Becky Lynch, Asuka's long-awaited return getting spoiled and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) and Bluesky (@GettingOver).
Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 21) covering the period of 5/21 thru 5/27. Running Time: 4 Hours 33 Minutes. This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony first aired in 2018 and spanned two seasons. After much demand, these retro episodes return REMASTERED and UPDATED FOR 2025. Wrestling history up to and including 2024 has been added! Hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. RUNNING TIME: 4 Hours 33 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E21 (05/21 - 05/27) Jerry Lawler sues WWF over use of 'The King' (Harley Race) at Tennessee events. 'Bitter rivals' Iron Sheik and Hacksaw Jim Duggan arrested in NJ for Drug and Alcohol possession. And what Iron Sheik clams at the Courthouse is hilarious. Audio: Hacksaw Jim Duggan speaks on arrest with Iron Sheik. Lex Luger def Michael PS Hayes to being a 523-day reign as NWA United States Champion. Scott Hall makes WCW TV debut. Brian Lee becomes first ever Smoky Mountain Wrestling Heavyweight Champion. Looking back at WCW Slamboree: A Legends Reunion PPV (1993, 1994, 1995). Audio: 16-year-old Jeff Hardy makes WWF debut (against 1-2-3 Kid). Fake Undertaker (Brian Lee) makes WWF TV debut. Audio: The closest you will ever get of Gordon Solie and Bobby Heenan commentating an ECW match: Terry Funk vs Tully Blanchard. Hunter Hearst Helmsley makes his Monday Night Raw debut. Savio Vega makes his WWF in ring debut. Audio: Five minutes that changed the Monday Night Wars: Scott Hall arrives in WCW and declares war. Audio: "I'm Not A Shark.....I'm A Man!" Looking back at WWF In Your House 8: Beware Of Dog and Beware Of Dog II (1996). Looking back at WWF Over The Edge PPV (1999). Audio: Steve Blackman, Ahmed Johnson, Val Venis, Harley Race, and Bret Hart share some of their favorite Owen Hart rib stories. WWF Owen Hart Raw tribute show (Raw Is Owen) scores 3rd highest rating (7.2) in Raw history. Kevin Nash (c) vs Bret Hart for WCW Heavyweight Title on Jay Leno Show canceled due to death of Owen Hart. Audio: Daffney def Crowbar to win WCW Cruiserweight Title. Audio: 12-year-old Reid Flair (RIP) tries to place 'peacemaker' between David and Ric Flair on WCW Nitro. Looking back at WWF Judgment Day PPV (2000, 2005, 2006). Audio: Undertaker returns to WWF TV after eight-month absence and debuts the American Bad Ass character. CompuServe debuts 'Ask Rena' (Mero) weekly Q&A column. Triple H blows out quad muscle on Raw during Tag Team Title match (w/ Steve Austin) and lose the titles to Chris Jericho and Chris Benoit. Days after Triple H tears quad, Chris Benoit suffers neck injury during tag team title defense (w/ Chris Jericho). Audio: Joanie 'Chyna' Laurer vs Joey Buttafuoco (Celebrity Boxing 2002). WWE premieres two new shows: WWE Confidential and Velocity. NWATNA hires Mike Tenay as lead announcer for Impact. Looking back at WWA 'The Reckoning' PPV (2003). Audio: Bret Hart heartfelt promo at WWA 'The Reckoning' only months after suffering a stroke. WWE receives huge backlash from fans after attempting a heart attack angle with Eddie Guerrero on Smackdown. TNA releases Diamond Dallas Page. TNA cancels all future Impact tapings until TV deal is finalized with Spike TV (Fall 2005). The Dudleys launch Team 3D Academy Pro Wrestling School. Audio: In an attempt to boost low TV ratings, Vince McMahon announces 'McMahon's Million Dollar Mania'. Looking back at XPW reunion show 'Cold Day In Hell' (2008). Looking back at TNA Sacrifice PPV (2009). Audio: Kurt Angle vs Sting vs Mick Foley vs Jeff Jarrett: Ultimate Sacrifice Match. Looking back at WWE 'Over The Limit' PPV (2010, 2011). Audio: Batista quits WWE live on Raw. Audio: WWE announces Bret Hart as intern Raw General Manager. Sinclair Broadcasting Group purchases Ring Of Honor. Comparing Sinclair Broadcasting and WWE stock in 2011 and today. Looking back at Ring Of Honor 'Supercard Of Honor VI' (2011). Chris Jericho suspended by WWE after kicking Brazilian Flag during live WWE event. Audio: Chris Jericho speaks on the Brazilian Flag incident. Sami Zayn makes his NXT debut. Looking back at NJPW 'Back To The Yokohama Arena' PPV (2014). Looking back at WWE Extreme Rules PPV (2016). Looking back at WWE Backlash PPV (2017) Alberto El Patron (Del Rio) becomes a US Citizen Looking back at WWE RAW episode when Max Caster appeared as Bobby Lashley's 'sister' All Elite Wrestling makes history: Looking back at their first ever event, AEW Double Or Nothing 2019 Trivia Question: Who were involved in the first ever match in AEW history? Audio: AEW roster, led by Cody Rhodes, thanks the fans for their support leading into Double Or Nothing Audio: Cody Rhodes and Dustin Rhodes share a moment following their match at AEW DON Jon Moxley, Brian Cage and Dean Malenko sign with AEW Audio: Looking back at 'The Electric Chair' segment where Sami Zayn named dropped AEW on Monday Night RAW Hana Kimura tragically passes away at 22 Looking back at AEW: Double Or Nothing 2020 and 2024 Audio: FTR make their AEW debut on Dynamite This week was not a good week for marriages: Zachary Wentz/Kimber Lee, Charlotte Flair/Andrade, Myles Borne/Jaydn Bostian all get married (and ultimately split up) WWE introduces NXT and trainees as live fans on televised events during the early days of the pandemic (Pre Thunderdome) Audio: John Cena's cowers to China and apologies for calling Taiwan a country (Last Week Tonight With John Oliver) Ric Flair to come out of retirement for one final match. Ricky Steamboat will not be his opponent Audio: Coming soon to NXT 2.0: Giovanni Vinci Looking back at NJPW: Resurgence 2023 Audio: Mercedes Mone vs Willow Nightingale for first ever NJPW Strong Women's Championship Looking back at WWE Night Of Champions 2023 Audio: Jimmy Uso superkicks Roman Reigns as The Bloodline implosion begins (WWE NOC 2023) Looking back at Impact Wrestling: Under Siege 2023 PPV Charlotte Flair and Liv Morgan pulled from appearing in Queen Of The Ring Movie (replaced by Kamille and Toni Storm) Sabu makes his memorable AEW debut on Dynamite Bret Hart becomes the first wrestler to ever receive a Star on the Canada Walk Of Fame Roman Reigns surpasses 1000 days as WWE Universal Champion Looking back at WWE King & Queen Of The Ring 2024 Audio: Kris Statlander turns on Willow Nightingale at AEW DON 2024 Audio: Adam Cole and MJF make their surprise but somewhat odd returns at AEW DON 2024 Triple H announces SummerSlam to become two-night events TKO merges WWE and UFC live event operations and slowly begin the process of permanently changing WWE event structure Audio: Jim Ross grades AEW after their first 5 years in existence. 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