AEW Collision tonight on TNT and HBO Max.
WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event live tonight at 8/7c on Peacock from Madison Square Garden in New York City.
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WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley will not be competing at SummerSlam, forcing WWE to make a major change to the championship picture heading into one of the company’s biggest events of the year.
Ahead of Friday night’s SmackDown, WWE announced that Ripley remains sidelined as she continues recovering from a torn meniscus. As a result, an interim WWE Women’s Champion will be crowned at SummerSlam in a high-stakes ladder match.
The announcement was made by WWE official Adam Pearce in a video shared on social media. While Pearce noted that Ripley has been making significant progress and is working closely with WWE’s medical team, he explained that the nature of the injury has prevented her from being medically cleared in time for the premium live event.
According to Pearce, Ripley’s return timetable remains uncertain, leading WWE to establish an interim champion until the reigning titleholder is able to return to competition.
To determine who will compete for the interim championship, WWE will hold a series of qualifying matches beginning on SmackDown and continuing over the next two weeks. Five women will earn spots in the SummerSlam ladder match, where they will battle for the right to carry the interim championship.
Pearce also confirmed that the situation will eventually be resolved when Ripley is cleared to return. At that point, the interim champion and Ripley will meet to determine the undisputed WWE Women’s Champion.
Ripley’s absence is a significant setback for WWE, as she has remained one of the company’s most prominent stars and a centerpiece of the women’s division. Despite the injury, Pearce emphasized that the champion has been working hard behind the scenes and appears to be nearing a return.
For now, though, the focus shifts to the upcoming qualifying matches and the ladder match at SummerSlam, where a new champion will be crowned while Ripley continues her recovery.
With one of WWE’s top titles now up for grabs, the race to become interim Women’s Champion is set to become one of the biggest storylines heading into SummerSlam.
Two spots in WWE’s upcoming Interim Women’s Championship Ladder Match at SummerSlam have officially been filled.
During Friday night’s SmackDown, Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill secured victories in qualifying matches to earn their places in the high-profile bout that will determine an interim champion while Rhea Ripley remains sidelined with injury.
Stratton’s path to SummerSlam wasn’t without obstacles.
Before her match against Jacy Jayne even got underway, members of Fatal Influence attempted to gain an advantage by attacking Stratton. However, the situation quickly escalated when Paige and Brie Bella rushed to ringside and went after Lainey Reid and Fallon Henley, leading to a wild brawl that spilled away from the ring.
Once the match officially began, Stratton quickly established control. She punished Jayne with a series of strikes and showcased her athleticism throughout the contest. After connecting with an Alabama Slam, Stratton maintained momentum despite a brief comeback from Jayne, who landed a swinging neckbreaker.
Jayne attempted to finish the match with her Rolling Encore, but Stratton countered the move and followed up with a rolling senton before delivering her signature Prettiest Moonsault Ever for the victory.
The win officially punched Stratton’s ticket to the SummerSlam ladder match.
The second qualifier of the night featured Jade Cargill taking on Nia Jax, with plenty of drama unfolding both inside and outside the ring.
Cargill entered the match accompanied by Michin and B-Fab, but outside interference ultimately played a major role in the outcome. After an evenly contested battle that saw Jax connect with a Samoan Drop and Cargill answer with a powerful spinebuster, Charlotte Flair became involved.
Flair attacked Michin at ringside before entering the ring and striking Cargill with a dropkick. The interference immediately brought the match to an end, resulting in Cargill being awarded the victory via disqualification.
Flair’s involvement didn’t stop there. Following the bell, she grabbed a steel chair and appeared ready to continue the assault, but Michin and B-Fab stepped in to even the odds. Moments later, Nia Jax attacked Flair before leaving the ring, creating another twist in the ongoing rivalry.
With Flair laid out, Cargill capitalized by planting her with Jaded and standing tall to close the segment.
Following the match, WWE official Adam Pearce addressed the situation and announced that Nia Jax will receive another opportunity to qualify for the SummerSlam ladder match. Next week, Jax will face Charlotte Flair in a new qualifying bout, with the winner advancing to the championship contest.
With Stratton and Cargill now officially qualified, the field for the Interim Women’s Championship Ladder Match is beginning to take shape. Additional qualifying matches are expected over the coming weeks as WWE builds toward SummerSlam and the crowning of a temporary titleholder during Rhea Ripley’s absence.
WWE SmackDown live tonight at 8/7c on USA Network and Netflix internationally from the MVP Arena in Albany, New York.
The Motor City Machine Guns may be getting closer to revealing their next move in professional wrestling.
Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley were among the WWE talents released shortly after WrestleMania 42, and both men have remained inactive due to the standard 90-day non-compete period attached to their departures. With that restriction nearing its end, the veteran tag team has begun dropping hints about what could be next.
In a recently released video on their YouTube channel, Shelley and Sabin took a humorous approach to addressing life after WWE. The skit centered around Sabin working through the five stages of grief following the duo’s release, with Shelley acting as his guide throughout the process.
As the segment progressed toward the final stage—acceptance—Shelley revealed a box filled with wrestling contracts from a variety of promotions. The pair jokingly sorted through offers from several companies, including well-known Japanese organizations such as FMW and WAR, along with promotions connected to the CyberFight group.
The video also featured several fictional or tongue-in-cheek promotion names, leading to some comedic moments. At one point, Sabin expressed frustration that one particular unnamed company had even attempted to recruit them.
The biggest tease came at the end of the skit. After reviewing multiple contracts, the duo arrived at a final offer that was never shown on camera. Neither wrestler revealed the name of the promotion, but their reaction spoke volumes. Both appeared excited by what they saw, and Shelley declared that Sabin had finally reached the acceptance stage of grief.
The mystery has naturally fueled speculation throughout the wrestling world.
Many fans believe All Elite Wrestling is the most likely destination for the former WWE Tag Team Champions. Sabin and Shelley have previous history with AEW and were heavily linked to the company before ultimately choosing to sign with WWE in 2024.
TNA Wrestling has also emerged as a possibility given the team’s long and successful history with the promotion. Reports in recent weeks have indicated that TNA would be open to bringing the Motor City Machine Guns back into the fold if the opportunity arose.
However, according to sources close to TNA, there remains a belief that Sabin and Shelley are ultimately AEW-bound once their non-compete clauses expire.
For now, the Motor City Machine Guns are keeping fans guessing, but their latest video has only intensified speculation that a major announcement could be on the horizon.
Sami Callihan’s next chapter in professional wrestling may already be underway.
After departing TNA Wrestling in June 2026, the former TNA World Champion has reportedly been spending time backstage at recent AEW events. While there is currently no indication that Callihan has signed an official contract with All Elite Wrestling, multiple reports suggest he has been involved in a production capacity at several recent television tapings.
According to Bodyslam.net, Callihan was present backstage for AEW’s Beach Break edition of Dynamite on July 8, as well as the July 11 episode of Collision in Roanoke, Virginia. He was also reportedly part of the production team during AEW’s television tapings in Boston on July 15 and July 16.
Sources within AEW indicated that Callihan’s role has primarily been that of a backstage producer. The position is familiar territory for the veteran performer, who handled a variety of responsibilities during his time in TNA beyond his in-ring work.
Despite his recent involvement, reports state that Callihan is not currently under contract with AEW. Details regarding the nature of the arrangement remain unclear, and it is unknown whether he is working under a temporary agreement or simply assisting the company on a trial basis.
The situation has drawn comparisons to Chris Hero’s path into AEW. Hero initially worked backstage as a producer before eventually securing a full-time role with the promotion after what was viewed as an evaluation period.
Callihan’s extensive experience outside the ring could make him a valuable asset for AEW. During his tenure with TNA, he contributed to several areas of the company’s operations, including marketing, merchandise, and the production of pre-recorded segments. His experience running Wrestling REVOLVER has also given him firsthand knowledge of event planning and creative development.
Ironically, Callihan reportedly believed he was in line for a larger creative role within TNA following Tommy Dreamer’s departure from the company earlier this year. Instead, the phone call he expected to bring a promotion delivered different news, as he was informed that TNA would not be renewing his contract.
Whether these recent AEW appearances lead to a permanent position remains to be seen, but Callihan’s growing presence backstage suggests he may already be making an impression within the company.
TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! tonight at 9/8c on AMC.
WWE and AEW will go head-to-head on September 26, as WWE has officially scheduled its next WWE x AAA Worlds Collide event for the same day as AEW’s annual All Out pay-per-view.
The date was revealed as part of a WWE press release announcing multiple upcoming event locations and schedules. According to the announcement, Worlds Collide will take place on Saturday, September 26, at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois.
The announcement is notable because AEW had already confirmed that All Out will be held that same day at the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. The two venues are located less than 30 minutes apart, setting up a rare situation where WWE and AEW will be running major events in the same market on the same night.
At this time, WWE has not announced a start time for Worlds Collide. AEW’s schedule for All Out is already in place, with the Buy In pre-show set to begin at 7 p.m. ET and the main pay-per-view card scheduled for an 8 p.m. ET start.
The decision creates an interesting dynamic for wrestling fans in the Chicago area, particularly those hoping to attend both events. Depending on WWE’s eventual start time, fans could be forced to choose between the two shows if there is significant overlap.
The upcoming Worlds Collide event will continue WWE’s partnership with AAA following WWE’s acquisition of the legendary Mexican promotion earlier this year. Previous Worlds Collide events have showcased talent from both companies, blending WWE’s global reach with AAA’s rich lucha libre tradition.
Meanwhile, All Out remains one of AEW’s signature annual pay-per-views and has historically been closely associated with the Chicago market, which has served as one of the promotion’s strongest fan bases since its launch.
With both companies now scheduled to run major events just miles apart on the same day, September 26 is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about dates on the wrestling calendar.
AEW Dynamite live tonight on TBS and HBO Max from the MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston, Massachussetes.
WWE NXT tonight on The CW at 8/7c.
Robert Stone took to social media on Monday evening to announce the unfortunate news that Diggs was injured at an “NXT” live event over the weekend. A new Number One contender will be named and a match will take place tonight
Lilian Garcia will be announcing tonight on NXT
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