Author: John Bass

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT! Preview 3/19/2026

TNA Thursday Night iMPACT tonight on AMC at 9/8c.

  • The Righteous vs. The Nemeths
  • Brian Myers vs. Moose
  • Dani Luna & Arianna Grace vs. Angel Warriors
  • Frankie Kazarian vs. Home Town Man
  • Elayna Black vs. Jada Stone
  • Mr. Elegance vs. TBA

ROH TV Preview 3/19/2026

ROH TV on #HonorClub at http://WatchROH.com 7/6c

  • ROH Women’s Pure Championship: Deonna Purrazzo (c) vs. Billie Starkz
  • ROH TV Championship: Nick Wayne (c) vs. Komander
  • Rachael Ellering vs. Robyn Renegade
  • Alex Price & Jordan Oliver vs. Dark Order
  • Mark Davis vs. Angelico
  • The Lethal Twist in action
  • Diamante vs. Hyena Hera
  • Mixed Six-Person Tag Match: Grizzled Young Veterans & Isla Dawn vs. Valentina Rossi, Rosario Grillo & The OXP
  • Trish Adora & Christyan XO in action
  • Big Bill in action

AEW/ROH’s Leila Grey Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery, Begins Road to Recovery

AEW/ROH talent Leila Grey has officially taken the next step in her recovery journey after confirming she recently underwent knee surgery.

Grey shared the update through her Instagram Stories, revealing that the procedure went smoothly following the torn ACL she suffered late last year. She told fans she’s already back home and preparing to start rehabilitation immediately.

“Hey guys. I finally had my knee surgery yesterday. Everything went well. I’m home recovering and starting therapy tomorrow. Thank you all for the support during this time,” Grey wrote.

The injury dates back to the December 6 episode of AEW Collision, where Grey challenged Mercedes Moné for the TBS Championship. The match was cut short after it became clear something was wrong, with Moné securing the win shortly after. Grey later explained the moment things went south, noting that she felt a pop in her knee after an awkward step while being driven into the corner. A second pop followed minutes later during a knee strike, confirming the severity of the situation.

Despite the setback, Grey didn’t immediately go under the knife. She previously shared that limited mobility in her knee delayed the surgery process into early 2025. Even more impressive, she pushed through the injury to compete in the World Beauty Fitness & Fashion competition just one week after the match.

Wearing a decorated knee brace, Grey managed to capture first place in the Diva Fitness Model 35+ category—an achievement that turned heads given the circumstances. She even brushed off any doubts about competing while injured, making it clear she wasn’t about to back down.

Now with surgery behind her, Grey’s focus shifts fully to recovery and rehab. There’s no timetable yet for her return to AEW action, but if her resilience so far is any indication, she’ll be one to watch once she’s cleared to step back into the ring.

AEW Dynamite Preview 3/18/2026

AEW Dynamite airs live tonight at 8pm ET/5pm PT on TBS and HBO Max from the Save Mart Center in Fresno, California.

  • Fallout from Revolution
  • No Holds Barred: “Timeless” Toni Storm vs. Marina Shafir
  • Coffin Match: Darby Allin vs. Gabe Kidd
  • Will Ospreay vs. Blake Christian

Report: WWE Monitoring Middle East Tensions, Has Backup Plans for WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia

WWE’s long-term plans for WrestleMania 43 don’t appear to be changing—for now—but there’s clearly some behind-the-scenes caution as global tensions continue to rise.

According to a new report from PWInsider Elite, WrestleMania 43 is still scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in 2027. Despite ongoing conflict in the Middle East, including recent U.S. military action involving Iran, WWE has not made any official adjustments to the event’s location.

That said, the company isn’t ignoring the situation. Sources indicate WWE has contingency plans in place for events scheduled in the region, should conditions change. While no specific alternatives have been outlined, officials are reportedly monitoring developments closely and are prepared to pivot if necessary.

The uncertainty comes as several major international events have already been impacted. Formula 1 recently canceled its Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grands Prix, both originally slated for April, due to the escalating conflict. WWE, however, is still moving forward with its Saudi partnership, with another event expected in the Kingdom this summer—though an official date has yet to be announced.

This isn’t the first time geopolitical tensions have threatened WWE’s plans in the region. Back in 2025, Night of Champions was briefly in jeopardy when Saudi Arabia closed its airspace amid missile exchanges between Israel and Iran. Travel disruptions even left some WWE production staff stranded in Qatar, though the event ultimately went on as scheduled.

As for WrestleMania 43, WWE has options if a change becomes necessary. The company has previously promised WrestleMania hosting duties to multiple U.S. cities, including Indianapolis and New Orleans, either of which could potentially step in if plans in Saudi Arabia fall through.

For now, though, WWE is staying the course—while quietly preparing for anything that might come next.

WWE’s Santos Escobar Facing Surgery After Worsening Tricep Injury During AAA Match

Santos Escobar’s in-ring future just took an unfortunate turn, as a lingering injury has reportedly gotten worse and will now require surgery.

According to reports from Fightful Select, Escobar originally hurt his tricep during an NXT live event in January while facing El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. Despite the setback, he continued working through the injury at the time, believing it wasn’t anything too serious. However, that assumption turned out to be off the mark.

The situation escalated during AAA’s Rey de Reyes event on March 14, where Escobar competed in a four-way match against the two El Grande Americanos and La Parka. It was in that match that the injury was aggravated, and it has since been confirmed to be a torn tricep rather than a minor issue. As a result, Escobar is now scheduled to undergo surgery, which is expected to sideline him for an extended period.

The timing is particularly rough given Escobar’s recent career trajectory. After hitting free agency, he re-signed with WWE in October despite earlier frustrations with creative direction. Since returning, his presence on WWE programming has been minimal—he hasn’t wrestled on television and has only worked a handful of NXT house shows, along with appearances in AAA.

There have also been rumblings about dissatisfaction on multiple fronts. Reports suggest Escobar hasn’t been thrilled with how he’s been utilized in WWE, while some within AAA reportedly haven’t been overly impressed with his recent performances either.

Now, with surgery looming and recovery ahead, Escobar faces yet another hurdle at a time when momentum has already been hard to come by. How WWE handles his return once he’s cleared will be something to watch closely.

WWE NXT Preview 3/17/2026

WWE NXT live tonight on The CW and Netflix ((internationally) from the 713 Music Hall in Houston, Texas.

  • Booker T Appreciation Night
  • NXT Women’s Championship: Jacy Jayne (c) vs. Sol Ruca vs. Zaria
  • NXT Women’s North American Championship Steel Cage Match: Tatum Paxley(c) vs. Izzi Dame
  • WWE Speed Women’s Championship: Fallon Henley (c) vs. Wren Sinclair
  • NXT Tag Team Championship #1 Contenders Match: Hank & Tank vs. Birthright
  • El Grando Americano, Rayo and Bravo vs. Vanity Project

Backstage Update on Royce Keys’ WWE Status and Main Roster Demand

Royce Keys’ WWE run hasn’t exactly gotten off to the explosive start some fans expected—but behind the scenes, there’s a bit more to the story.

After making his debut during the Royal Rumble, the former AEW standout (known to many as Powerhouse Hobbs) has yet to appear on WWE television in any meaningful way. That absence has raised eyebrows, especially considering the buzz around his signing. However, a new report is shedding light on both his current status and a key decision he made before joining the company.

According to Fightful Select, Keys was firm on one major point during negotiations: he wanted to go straight to WWE’s main roster. Unlike many incoming talents who are routed through NXT to adjust to WWE’s system, Keys reportedly pushed to skip developmental entirely—and ultimately got his way.

Even though he hasn’t been featured on TV yet, Keys hasn’t been sitting idle. The report notes that he’s been involved in several behind-the-scenes projects, including filming content and being scanned for inclusion in an upcoming WWE 2K video game. He’s also been traveling with the SmackDown brand and working dark matches against notable names like Alex Shelley, Chris Sabin, and Rey Fenix—suggesting WWE is quietly getting him acclimated before a full-fledged debut.

There’s also been some indication that WWE is deliberately holding off on using Keys on television while he adjusts to the company’s style and structure. While that might test the patience of fans eager to see him in action, it could point to a more calculated rollout.

And that rollout might come sooner rather than later.

Word is that WWE could be lining up something for WrestleMania 42, potentially involving an unexpected crossover. Reports suggest Keys may be paired with music star Jelly Roll, who has recently reappeared in WWE and is seemingly heading into a storyline with The Miz and Kit Wilson. The idea would center around the two bonding over shared struggles, creating a unique angle that blends celebrity appeal with in-ring power.

Jelly Roll has only wrestled once in WWE so far—teaming with Randy Orton at SummerSlam against Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre—but the company appears open to bringing him back into the fold.

For now, Royce Keys remains off TV, but clearly not out of the picture. If WWE is indeed saving his true introduction for a bigger stage, fans may not have to wait much longer to see how this next chapter unfolds.

WWE Raw Preview 3/16/2026

WWE Raw airs live today on Netflix at 8:00 pm ET/5:00 pm PT from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.

  • Women’s Intercontinental Championship: AJ Lee (c) vs. Bayley
  • Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer vs. Raquel Rodriguez
  • El Grande Americano vs. Original El Grande Americano
  • Dominik Mysterio and Judgment Day to appear
  • Maxxine Dupri vs. Nattie
  • Roman Reigns to appear
  • Brock Lesnar to appear

Will Ospreay Returns at AEW Revolution, Targets Jon Moxley and the Death Riders

Will Ospreay made his long-awaited return to AEW at Revolution, appearing moments after Jon Moxley successfully defended the AEW Continental Championship against Konosuke Takeshita.

Moxley retained the title after a grueling match that lasted more than 20 minutes, ultimately putting Takeshita away with a choke submission. As the champion prepared to leave with the Death Riders, the arena lights suddenly went out.

When they came back on, a video aired teasing the comeback of Ospreay. Moxley appeared unimpressed by the message — at least until Ospreay himself showed up in the arena moments later.

Ospreay Takes Out the Death Riders

Once he entered the ring, Ospreay immediately went on the attack. The returning star unloaded on Daniel Garcia, Wheeler Yuta, and PAC, sending the group scrambling.

While Ospreay managed to take down several members of the faction, Moxley avoided direct contact and escaped the confrontation, leaving Ospreay standing tall in the ring as the segment ended.

The moment clearly signaled that Ospreay has his sights set on the Continental Champion moving forward.

Return After Months Away

Ospreay had been sidelined since August, with his most recent match prior to Revolution taking place at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door.

At that event, Ospreay competed in a Lights Out Steel Cage match that featured multiple top stars. Reports leading up to the bout indicated he was already dealing with a neck injury, but he chose to compete anyway before stepping away to recover.

Following the match, Ospreay underwent surgery and spent more than six months rehabbing the injury, keeping him out of action for the remainder of the year.

Return Teased in Recent Weeks

AEW had been airing vignettes teasing Ospreay’s comeback in the weeks leading up to Revolution, making his return one of the most anticipated moments of the event.

Revolution ultimately featured several major surprises, including Adam Copeland and Christian Cage returning earlier in the night, as well as Ronda Rousey appearing after Toni Storm’s victory over Marina Shafir.

With Ospreay now back in action and already targeting Moxley and the Death Riders, it appears a major feud could be on the horizon in AEW’s Continental Championship scene.