AEW Dynamite Blood And Guts airs live tonight at 8pm ET on TBS and HBO Max from VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida.
One cage, two rings, three words – Blood and Guts
The Men’s Blood And Guts Match: Will Opsreay, Adam Copeland, Steven Borden, Young Bucks and Darby Allin vs. Don Callis family (Kazuchika Okada, Kyle Fletcher, Wardlow, Mark Davis, Kevin Knight and Jake Doyle)
The Women’s Blood And Guts Match: Alex Windsor, Jamie Hayter, Harley Cameron, Kris Statlander, Willow Nightingale and Queen Aminata vs. Thekla, Julia Hart, Skye Blue, Megan Bayne, Lena Kross and Persephone
After more than three years with All Elite Wrestling, Taya Valkyrie is officially moving on and exploring her options as a free agent.
Valkyrie announced her departure on X at noon Wednesday, posting “Thank you AEW” alongside a lengthy statement confirming that her contract had concluded. She also revealed that she turned down an extension offer from AEW.
Despite her decision to leave, Valkyrie had nothing but positive things to say about her time with the promotion.
“I am incredibly grateful for my time with AEW and the opportunity to be part of the organization,” Valkyrie said. “While there, I wrestled and worked alongside exceptional talent, and built lasting relationships with the AEW family and deepened my relationships in the wrestling community.
“I am beyond thankful to the fans for their continued support of me, not only in my time with AEW but also as I step into this new chapter as a free agent. I can’t wait for what’s to come and have a lot more to leave in the ring. With my contract now concluded, I’m excited to explore new opportunities and possibilities as a wrestler, TV personality, and creative.”
Taya Valkyrie’s Extensive Wrestling Career
Valkyrie is a 16-year veteran who has competed for many of the major wrestling promotions around the world, including AAA, CMLL, Lucha Underground, Ring of Honor, TNA, and WWE.
During her brief WWE run, she competed under the name Franky Monet. However, some of her most significant accomplishments came in AAA and TNA.
In AAA, Valkyrie tied Faby Apache for the most reigns as Reina de Reinas Champion in the promotion’s history.
She also enjoyed considerable success in TNA, capturing the Knockouts Championship and winning the Knockouts Tag Team Championship twice, once alongside Rosemary and later with Jessicka Havoc.
Valkyrie’s AEW and ROH Run
Valkyrie made her AEW debut in March 2023, initially arriving as a rival for then-TBS Champion Jade Cargill.
In the years that followed, she became more closely associated with Ring of Honor, where she teamed up with her real-life husband, Johnny TV. The pair also became known for their YouTube series, “Johnny Loves Taya.”
Valkyrie had been largely absent from both AEW and ROH throughout 2026 after taking time away to participate in the reality competition series The Traitors: Canada.
Now officially a free agent, Valkyrie will have the opportunity to pursue her next chapter in wrestling, television, and creative work. Given her extensive experience across the industry, her next destination will be worth watching.
946 just got even bigger on WWE Raw, as Cruz Montana officially revealed himself as the latest member of the group during a chaotic main event segment.
The night’s main event saw 946 leader Royce Keys square off against Solo Sikoa. Sikoa gained the upper hand late in the match, connecting with a Frog Splash before preparing to deliver the Samoan Spike.
However, Carmelo Hayes, Lucien Price, and Bronco Nima suddenly jumped the barricade and stormed the ring. Price took out Sikoa with a clothesline, bringing the match to an abrupt end via disqualification.
Roman Reigns and The Usos then made their way to the ring, setting up a tense staredown between the two groups before the situation quickly erupted into a brawl.
Cruz Montana Reveals His Identity
As the fighting continued, a hooded figure entered the ring and connected with his signature Spin the Block on Reigns.
The mysterious attacker then approached Keys and offered him a hand to pull him back to his feet. After a lengthy pause, the hooded man removed his mask, revealing himself to be Cruz Montana.
With Montana officially joining the group, 946 continued its assault on The Bloodline. The attack included Jey Uso being put through the commentary table.
Keys also delivered a Spinebuster to Reigns while Jimmy Uso was handcuffed to the bottom rope, leaving The Bloodline at a disadvantage.
Sami Zayn Sends a Message to Roman Reigns
Just as Reigns struggled to get back to his feet, Sami Zayn made his way to the ring and connected with a devastating Helluva Kick in the corner.
Zayn then made it clear that he intends to get Reigns’ attention, promising to do so one way or another.
With Montana now officially aligned with 946 and the group continuing its attacks on The Bloodline, tensions between the two sides appear to be escalating.
Several WWE Superstars, including some prominent names, have reportedly expressed reluctance about traveling to Saudi Arabia for Crown Jewel amid concerns about potential safety risks.
According to Fightful Select, multiple talents have made it clear they do not want to participate in the November 7 premium live event because of the potential dangers associated with the trip.
The report notes that one WWE talent indicated some wrestlers who are currently scheduled for Crown Jewel have privately raised concerns with company officials. Those individuals were reportedly assured that their safety would be a top priority throughout the trip.
WWE Reportedly Planning a Smaller Traveling Crew
Fightful Select also reports that WWE is planning to bring a significantly smaller crew to Saudi Arabia than it typically would for an international premium live event.
The company is reportedly looking to limit the number of wrestlers traveling to the country, with very few talents who are not booked for Crown Jewel expected to make the trip.
These reported plans come as concerns surrounding travel to Saudi Arabia continue to draw attention.
Crown Jewel Moves to an Indoor Venue
Crown Jewel was recently moved from Riyadh Season Stadium at the King Abdullah Financial District to The Venue (ANB Arena).
The new venue is an indoor arena with a reported capacity of up to 25,000 spectators. Riyadh Season Stadium, by comparison, was an outdoor venue with a capacity exceeding 70,000.
The venue change comes amid reported disruptions to air travel in Saudi Arabia.
According to a report published Thursday by Business Insurance, approximately 86% of scheduled flights at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh were canceled between October 8 and October 25 amid Houthi rebel attacks targeting Saudi airports, ports, and oil facilities.
The report also noted that the attacks prompted international airlines to suspend services to the Saudi capital through November, while several other major airports across the kingdom experienced significant disruptions.
Crown Jewel Broadcast Details
WWE Crown Jewel is scheduled to air live on November 7, with the event available on ESPN Unlimited in the United States and Netflix internationally.
The broadcast is scheduled to begin at 12:00 p.m. ET / 9:00 a.m. PT.
While WWE has reportedly assured concerned talent that safety will be prioritized, the extent of the reported travel concerns and how they could affect the event remain to be seen.
The long-awaited merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery has raised questions about what the new media landscape could mean for All Elite Wrestling. However, AEW’s current television deal reportedly isn’t in danger of being cut, at least for now.
According to Dave Meltzer on last week’s Wrestling Observer Radio, Skydance does not classify AEW as a sport, which could help keep the promotion out of any potential cuts to the company’s sports programming portfolio.
“I think I even asked and was told that they are considered entertainment,” Meltzer said. “But they were listed as sports in this article, and they were talking about how cuts are going to have to be made. They did not…put it this way, they had talked to people who were inside over where they expected cuts, and AEW was not on that list on where they expected cuts.”
Meltzer noted that AEW was not among the programming expected to be affected by anticipated cuts. That said, the situation could change as Skydance continues to evaluate its business and programming priorities.
AEW’s Current Media Rights Agreement
AEW is currently in the second year of a three-year media rights agreement announced in October 2024. The deal kept AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision on TBS and TNT while also bringing both shows to HBO Max through simulcasts.
The agreement also included AEW’s video library being added to the streaming platform, expanding the promotion’s presence across Warner Bros. Discovery’s television and streaming offerings.
The current deal is expected to run through late 2027. However, it reportedly includes an option that would allow Skydance to extend the agreement for an additional year, potentially keeping AEW under contract through 2028.
AEW’s Future With Skydance Remains Uncertain
At this point, it is unclear whether Skydance intends to exercise the extension option or pursue a longer-term agreement with AEW once the current deal expires.
AEW President and CEO Tony Khan has remained optimistic about the promotion’s relationship with Skydance, particularly following a recent meeting with company executives.
For now, AEW appears to be in a relatively secure position under its existing agreement. Whether Skydance ultimately wants to continue its partnership with the promotion beyond the current contract remains to be seen.
WWE NXT presented Halloween Havoc 2026 with Danhausen serving as the event’s host, bringing plenty of spooky surprises, unusual match stipulations, and several championship encounters to the show.
The night featured Myles Borne and Tavion Heights battling in a Weapons Wild Match, Zilla Fatu facing Charlie Dempsey in a Falls Count Anywhere contest, and Kelani Jordan defending the NXT Women’s Championship against Wren Sinclair.
Grayson Waller also put the NXT Championship on the line against Tony D’Angelo, while the show ended with a major surprise involving CM Punk.
WWE NXT Halloween Havoc 2026 Results
Myles Borne def. Tavion Heights in a Weapons Wild Match.
Izzi Dame def. Zaria via pinfall.
Zilla Fatu def. Charlie Dempsey in a Very Nice, Very Evil Match (Falls Count Anywhere).
Kelani Jordan (c) def. Wren Sinclair via pinfall to retain the NXT Women’s Championship.
Shiloh Hill def. Naraku via pinfall.
Grayson Waller (c) def. Tony D’Angelo via pinfall to retain the NXT Championship.
Myles Borne Defeats Tavion Heights in Weapons Wild Match
Myles Borne and Tavion Heights opened the in-ring action with a chaotic Weapons Wild Match, using everything from a fire extinguisher and toolbox to chairs, ring steps, and a camera.
Heights came close to putting Borne away after dropping him onto a pile of metal hardware, while Borne answered with a powerslam and several creative weapon combinations.
The action took a particularly nasty turn when Heights attempted to Pillmanize Borne’s leg using the ring steps before applying an Ankle Lock. With no disqualifications in the match, Borne eventually escaped the situation and sent Heights into the ring post.
Heights later found himself on the receiving end of a camera shot from Borne, crashing through a table on the outside. Borne followed up with a Borne Again onto a trash can and the scattered contents of a toolbox to secure the victory.
Winner: Myles Borne
Izzi Dame Defeats Zaria
Zaria squared off with Izzi Dame in a match that continued their ongoing rivalry, with Dame targeting Zaria’s left arm throughout the contest.
Both women had several opportunities to finish the match, including a spear from Zaria and a series of power moves from Dame. Zaria also became distracted when images of herself and Sol Ruca appeared on the arena screen, allowing Dame to nearly steal the victory.
The finish came when Dame introduced the NXT Women’s North American Championship into the match. After the referee confiscated the title, Zaria briefly picked it up herself, drawing the official’s attention. Dame used the opening to strike Zaria with the championship and score the pinfall.
Winner: Izzi Dame
Zilla Fatu Defeats Charlie Dempsey in Falls Count Anywhere Match
Danhausen’s Wheel-hausen determined that Zilla Fatu and Charlie Dempsey would compete in a Very Nice, Very Evil Match, which was revealed to be a Falls Count Anywhere contest.
Dempsey received plenty of assistance from BirthRight, with Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo and Uriah Connors getting involved throughout the match.
The group used chairs, shovels, a chain, and even a Jack-O-Lantern to try to take Fatu out. However, Zilla eventually fought back and used the chain to deliver a Samoan Drop.
Fatu finished things off by climbing to the top rope and connecting with a Frog Splash to pick up the victory.
Winner: Zilla Fatu
Kelani Jordan Retains NXT Women’s Championship Against Wren Sinclair
Kelani Jordan defended the NXT Women’s Championship against Wren Sinclair in a competitive encounter.
Sinclair targeted Jordan’s left arm and repeatedly attempted to finish the match with the Final Wrench submission. Jordan managed to escape and connected with a 450 Splash, but Sinclair survived the cover.
Wren later reapplied the Final Wrench, forcing Jordan to find another escape. The champion eventually drove Sinclair into the middle turnbuckle before using the bottom rope for additional leverage during a pinfall attempt.
The referee failed to notice Jordan’s foot on the rope, allowing the champion to retain her title.
Winner: Kelani Jordan (Retains NXT Women’s Championship)
Shiloh Hill Defeats Naraku
After a series of bizarre backstage segments involving mist, strange environments, and Halloween-themed characters, Shiloh Hill and Naraku finally brought their rivalry into the ring.
Naraku attempted to use his mist against Hill, but Shiloh countered with what was described as “fog,” neutralizing the attack.
Hill then connected with a pop-up forearm and a neckbreaker to secure the pinfall victory.
Winner: Shiloh Hill
Grayson Waller Retains NXT Championship Against Tony D’Angelo
Grayson Waller put the NXT Championship on the line against Tony D’Angelo in the night’s final title match.
Waller spent much of the contest targeting D’Angelo’s right arm, using the ring steps, exposed turnbuckle, and announce desk to wear down the challenger.
D’Angelo eventually fought back, connecting with a spear and sending Waller crashing onto the ring steps. He later put the champion through the announce desk, but Waller managed to survive.
The closing moments saw D’Angelo accidentally knock down the referee while the two fought over a carjack. After the official was taken out, Waller retrieved the weapon and smashed D’Angelo before connecting with a rolling cutter.
The referee recovered in time to count the pinfall, allowing Waller to retain the championship.
Winner: Grayson Waller (Retains NXT Championship)
CM Punk Challenges Grayson Waller
Following the championship match, Danhausen appeared with a message for Waller from a “close personal friend.”
CM Punk then appeared on the arena screen and announced that he had been waiting for an opportunity to return to NXT.
Punk revealed that he would get that opportunity on Wednesday, challenging Waller for the NXT Championship.
The announcement provided a major closing moment for Halloween Havoc, setting up an immediate title showdown on the upcoming episode of NXT.
WWE Crown Jewel 2026 is continuing to move forward amid ongoing security concerns in the Middle East, and a new report indicates that no WWE talent have requested to stay behind rather than travel to Saudi Arabia.
With the event approaching, questions have surrounded the safety of WWE performers and staff traveling to Riyadh amid regional tensions, missile strikes, and travel advisories. However, despite online speculation involving several high-profile names, there are reportedly no indications that anyone on the WWE roster has withdrawn from the show.
According to Dave Meltzer in the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, rumors suggesting that stars such as Kevin Owens and CM Punk had declined to travel to Saudi Arabia have not been supported by any reports of talent pulling out.
Meltzer also noted that there has been no indication WWE offered performers the option of skipping the event.
WWE Reportedly Discouraging Talent From Declining Saudi Arabia Trip
While no talent have reportedly withdrawn, Meltzer shared an interesting detail about how WWE is approaching the situation behind the scenes.
An unnamed top WWE star told Meltzer that the company had communicated that declining to travel to Riyadh for Crown Jewel “is something very much not being encouraged.”
The report does not indicate that any performers have formally requested to stay home, despite the ongoing concerns surrounding travel to the region.
With the event just eight days away at the time of the report, preparations appear to be continuing largely as planned.
WWE Crown Jewel Venue Has Been Changed
One significant adjustment has been made to the event’s location within Riyadh.
Crown Jewel was originally scheduled to take place at an outdoor temporary stadium, but the show is now expected to emanate from The Venue, an indoor location approximately 35 minutes from King Khalid International Airport.
The venue change comes amid heightened security concerns following a missile strike at the airport, which reportedly killed 12 people and injured hundreds.
Despite the change, WWE is still planning to hold Crown Jewel in Riyadh rather than relocating the premium live event outside Saudi Arabia.
Questions Remain About WWE Travel Arrangements
While the venue change has been reported, there are still unanswered questions about how WWE talent, production staff, and other personnel will travel into Saudi Arabia.
Meltzer previously discussed a possible travel route being used by athletes attending the Zuffa Boxing event featuring Canelo Álvarez. As originally reported by Ariel Helwani, fighters traveling for Saturday’s card flew into Bahrain before making the drive to Riyadh.
It remains unclear whether WWE will use a similar arrangement for its performers and crew.
For now, there has been no reported mass withdrawal from Crown Jewel, and WWE’s plans to hold the event in Saudi Arabia remain intact. However, with security developments continuing to unfold, the situation surrounding the company’s trip to Riyadh remains a significant talking point heading into the show.
