WWE Reportedly Lifts Local Blackout, Allowing Las Vegas Venues To Host WrestleMania 42 Watch Parties

WWE has reportedly made a last-minute change that could impact how fans in Las Vegas experience WrestleMania 42.

According to a new report from Fightful Select, the company has lifted its local blackout restriction that previously prevented venues near Allegiant Stadium from airing WWE premium live events. The rule had barred bars, casinos, and other venues within roughly a 50-mile radius of the host stadium from showing the event live, a policy WWE used as recently as last month’s Elimination Chamber in Chicago.

The change first came to light when Circa Las Vegas announced that its Stadium Swim venue would be hosting a WrestleMania watch party. With the blackout lifted, venues that secure the proper commercial licensing through Joe Hand Promotions can now legally broadcast the show for fans throughout the Las Vegas area.

Interestingly, several venue operators reportedly told Fightful that they were surprised by the reversal. Many had assumed WWE would stick to the blackout rule after earlier reports indicated the restriction would remain in place for the massive two-night event.

The original purpose of the blackout was straightforward: encourage fans to purchase tickets to WrestleMania at Allegiant Stadium rather than watch elsewhere locally. That approach mirrors strategies sometimes used in traditional sports when organizations attempt to maximize attendance for major events.

However, the decision initially drew frustration from local businesses and tourism officials. Casinos, hotels, and entertainment venues in Las Vegas reportedly pushed back against the policy, arguing that the city’s involvement in hosting WrestleMania was meant to create a broader economic boost throughout the area.

One source told Fightful that when the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Board approved the site fee to bring WrestleMania to the city, the expectation was that the event would benefit the entire local economy — not just the stadium and WWE-run activities.

The policy shift also comes amid ongoing reports that ticket sales for WrestleMania 42 haven’t been as strong as WWE may have hoped. A combination of rising travel costs, economic pressures, and what some fans feel has been a slower-than-usual build to the show has made some potential attendees hesitant about making the trip.

With the blackout now lifted, Las Vegas visitors and locals will have more options to enjoy the “Showcase of the Immortals” even if they don’t have a seat inside Allegiant Stadium. And with watch parties expected across the city, WrestleMania weekend could still bring the kind of widespread buzz and tourism impact Las Vegas was hoping for.

Former WWE Women’s Champion Candice Michelle Officially Signs With TNA Wrestling

Former WWE Women’s Champion Candice Michelle is officially back in the wrestling world — this time with TNA Wrestling.

TNA confirmed the news on Friday, sharing a video on social media showing Michelle signing her contract alongside company president Carlos Silva and longtime wrestling veteran Tommy Dreamer. The announcement comes after Michelle had quietly made a few appearances for the promotion in recent months.

According to Silva, Michelle will be joining the organization primarily in a behind-the-scenes capacity. During the signing video, Michelle expressed her excitement about returning to the industry that helped shape her career.

She described the opportunity as a meaningful full-circle moment, noting that she never expected wrestling to come back into her life in this way. Michelle said she’s eager to contribute however she can and help TNA continue building its future.

“I didn’t know this could come back,” Michelle said in the video. “Just being able to help build this with you guys and play even a small role in it is really a dream come true.”

Michelle also revealed that Dreamer was the one who reached out to her about returning to the business. She said he contacted her the day after Christmas to discuss the possibility of helping the company behind the scenes. Dreamer later thanked Michelle during the signing, praising her loyalty to both him and the wrestling industry over the past two decades.

While TNA confirmed her signing, the company has not yet shared details about the terms of her contract. It’s also unclear whether Michelle will appear on-screen or potentially become involved with the Knockouts division in any capacity.

Michelle first entered the wrestling world in 2004 when she competed in WWE’s Diva Search. Although she didn’t win the competition, WWE still signed her, and she quickly became a recognizable figure during the mid-2000s era of the company’s women’s division.

Over the course of her WWE run, she shared the ring with names like Trish Stratus, Torrie Wilson, Ashley Massaro, and Melina. Her biggest career moment came at the 2006 Vengeance pay-per-view, where she defeated Melina to capture the WWE Women’s Championship — becoming the first Diva Search contestant to win the title.

Michelle continued wrestling for several years before stepping away from the business. Her last known match took place in 2017 outside of WWE, where she picked up a victory over Lisa Marie Varon, known to WWE fans as Victoria.

Now, nearly a decade after her final match, Michelle is once again part of the wrestling industry — this time helping shape it from behind the curtain. Whether her new role eventually leads to an on-screen appearance remains to be seen, but her return adds another familiar name to TNA’s growing roster of industry veterans and contributors.

AEW Revolution 3/15/2026 (Card)

AEW Revolution – Sunday March 15, 2026 – Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California

Main Card

  • AEW World Championship – Texas Deathmatch: MJF (c) vs. Hangman Page
  • If Page loses, he cannot wrestle for the World Title again.
  • AEW World Tag Team Championship: FTR (c) vs. The Young Bucks
  • AEW Continental Championship – No Time Limit Match: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Konosuke Takeshita
  • AEW Women’s World Championship: Thekla (c) vs. Kris Statlander
  • AEW Women’s World Tag Team Championship: The Babes of Wrath (c) vs. Megan Bayne & Lena Kross
  • AEW World Trios Championship: Don Callis Family (Kazuchika Okada, Kyle Fletcher & Mark Davi) vs. Místico & JetSpeed
  • Everyone Banned From Ringside: Toni Storm vs. Marina Shafir
  • Brody King vs. Swerve Strickland
  • Bandido vs. Andrade El Idolo
  • Darby Allin, Orange Cassidy & Roderick Strong vs. The Dogs (David Finlay, Gabe Kidd & Clark Connors)

Zero Hour

  • AEW TBS Championship Match: Willow Nightingale vs. Lena Kross
  • AEW National Championship – Blackjack Battle Royale: Ricochet, Tommaso Ciampa, 19 More Competitors TBA

AEW Collision Preview 3/14/2026

AEW Collision airs live tonight at 8 PM EST/5 PM PST on TNT and HBO Max from the San Jose Civic in San Jose, California.

  • Andrade El Idolo vs. Mascara Dorada
  • Lena Kross vs. Mina Shirakawa
  • El Clon vs. Kevin Knight
  • Mark Davis vs. Komander
  • The Demand vs. Bang Bang Gang
  • Triangle Of Madness vs. TBA
  • Kris Statlander to appear

WWE SmackDown Preview 3/13/2026 – Jelly Roll To Appear

WWE SmackDown airs live tonight at 8pm ET/ 5pm PT on the USA Network and Netflix for international fans, emanating from the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Arizona.

  • WrestleMania contract signing between Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship
  • WWE Women’s Champion Jade Cargill vs. Michin
  • Jelly Roll will be the guest on Miz TV
  • Danhausen to appear

Brie Bella Says The Bella Twins Are Waiting on WWE Storyline for TV Return

The Bella Twins haven’t disappeared from WWE television because they’re done wrestling — they’re simply waiting for the call.

During a recent appearance on Lala Kent’s podcast, Brie Bella addressed the duo’s current status with WWE and why fans haven’t seen them regularly since their Royal Rumble appearance earlier this year.

According to Brie, she originally expected that she and Nikki Bella would transition back into weekly programming after competing in the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble. However, WWE reportedly told the sisters that they would be brought back when there was a storyline ready for them.

Brie admitted that the situation caught her off guard, noting that five weeks have already passed since then without a follow-up from WWE creative.

Despite the wait, Brie made it clear that both she and Nikki are eager to return to the ring. With WrestleMania 42 approaching, the sisters have their eyes on a potential opportunity — particularly with the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships scheduled to be defended at the event.

Brie said they’re motivated to show that they can still compete with the current generation of WWE talent if given the right storyline and platform.

The Bella Twins’ most recent joint appearance on WWE television came during the February 2 episode of Monday Night RAW. Since then, speculation about their return has continued to circulate among fans.

Fueling those rumors even more, Nikki Bella was recently spotted in Phoenix ahead of SmackDown, sparking discussion about a possible appearance. The sisters have also confirmed that they will be involved during WrestleMania 42 weekend in Las Vegas, though exactly what that involvement looks like remains to be seen.

For now, it appears the Bellas are simply waiting for WWE creative to find the right moment to bring them back into the spotlight.

Former AEW Star Allie Reunites With Rosemary During TNA Impact Appearance

A familiar face made a surprising return on TNA Impact, as former AEW performer Allie — also known to many fans as The Bunny — showed up in a backstage segment alongside longtime ally and rival Rosemary.

Allie previously spent several years in TNA from 2013 to 2019, where she became a prominent figure in the Knockouts division. During that run, she captured the TNA Knockouts Championship twice and shared a memorable on-screen history with Rosemary, alternating between partners and adversaries.

Her original run in the promotion came to a dramatic end when her character was written off television in a storyline where she died in Rosemary’s arms. Not long after, Allie resurfaced in AEW, debuting under the name The Bunny.

While in AEW, she aligned with The Butcher and The Blade, frequently acting as their manager while also competing in the ring herself. She later formed a tag team with Penelope Ford before eventually departing the company in 2023.

In recent months, Allie has been gradually making her way back into the wrestling world. She began training for an in-ring return last year and even appeared at Border Brawl as the coach for Team Canada. Not long after, she officially returned to action at Evil Uno’s Mystery Wrestling event, teaming with Penelope Ford.

Hints about a potential TNA return started circulating recently thanks to Raven, who posted a photo on social media showing himself, Allie, and Rosemary together at a TNA taping, sparking speculation among fans.

On this week’s episode of TNA Impact, that tease paid off when Allie appeared in a backstage segment involving Rosemary, who has been involved in a series of mysterious and cryptic interactions lately.

Just before Allie’s cameo, Rosemary was shown speaking with Johnny Swinger. In a comedic moment, Swinger noticed someone walking by in a bunny costume and jokingly referred to the figure as the “Gobbledy Gooker.”

With Allie now back in the TNA universe — and once again crossing paths with Rosemary — it looks like the promotion may be revisiting one of its most unique and supernatural storylines. Fans will be watching closely to see what role The Bunny plays next.

Shotzi Shares Update After Brother Reported Missing, Says He Has Been Found Safe

Former WWE star Shotzi Blackheart recently experienced a frightening situation involving her family, but thankfully the story now has a positive update.

On Tuesday, March 10, Shotzi took to social media to alert fans that her brother, Dean Urbanski, had gone missing. In the now-deleted post, she explained that Urbanski had been involved in a car crash near Fort Mason in California. According to CCTV footage referenced in the post, he was seen leaving the crash site on foot shortly afterward and was believed to be disoriented.

The situation quickly spread across social media as fans and members of the wrestling community helped share the message in hopes of locating him.

Not long after the initial post, Shotzi returned with good news. She revealed that her brother had been located and taken to a hospital for care. In her update, she thanked everyone who helped circulate the information during the search.

Writing

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who shared the post, reached out, and helped spread the word. The support and kindness from so many people truly means the world to our family. Thank you all so much.

Shotzi has previously spoken about the important role her brother played in her path to professional wrestling. While she wasn’t initially a big wrestling fan herself, Urbanski was deeply into it. She has recalled spending time watching wrestling with him and playing wrestling video games together growing up.

Years later, Shotzi began watching WWE again with her sister. What started as a joke about potentially getting involved in wrestling eventually turned into something much more serious for Shotzi, who ultimately pursued a career inside the ring and made a name for herself on the independent scene before signing with WWE.

Family has always been a significant part of Shotzi’s story. In 2021, she shared a heartfelt tribute following the passing of her father. In that emotional message, she spoke about how fortunate she felt to have strong relationships with both her biological father and her stepfather. She described her dad as someone who brought energy and joy to every gathering and was often the one organizing family holidays and trips.

Shotzi also reflected on the many lessons he taught her throughout her life and the memories she will always cherish.

While the past few days have undoubtedly been stressful for Shotzi and her family, the positive outcome regarding her brother has brought relief — and plenty of gratitude toward those who helped spread the word. 🙏

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 3/12/2026

TNA Thursday Nigh iMPACT! on AMC taped from the Gateway Center Arena in Atlanta, GA.

  • Atlanta Street Fight: Moose vs. Cedric Alexander
  • Non-Title Match: The Hardys vs. Sinner and Saint
  • Trey Miguel, BDE & Rich Swann vs. Order 4
  • A.J. Francis vs. Elijah
  • Indi Hartwell vs. TBA
  • Ricky Sosa debuts
  • We’ll hear from Steve Maclin

ROH TV Preview 3/12/2026, 3/13/2026

ROH TV on #HonorClub at http://WatchROH.com 7/6c – Thursday 3/12

  • ROH World Tag Team Champions L.F.I. Open Challenge
  • Premier Athletes in Mixed 6 Person Action
  • Scorpio Sky vs. Bryan Keith
  • ROH Pure Championship: Lee Moriarty (c) vs. Josh Woods
  • ROH Women’s World TV Championship: Red Velvet (c) vs. Hyan
  • ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Championship Proving Ground Match: Shane Taylor Promotions (c) vs. QT Marshall, Aaron Solo & Nick Comoroto
  • ROH Women’s World Championship Proving Ground Match: Athena (c) vs. Maya World

ROH special YouTube episode of ROH TV 7/6c on YouTube – Friday 3/13

  • CMLL Women’s World Champion Persephone in action
  • Serpentico vs. Wheeler Yuta