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Disturbing news has emerged out of Mexico involving former WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio, real name Alberto Rodriguez, as multiple outlets are reporting that he has been arrested following an alleged domestic violence incident.
According to early reports from Milenio, which have since been echoed by other publications, Rodriguez was taken into custody in San Luis Potosí after an alleged altercation with his wife. Authorities claim the incident involved both physical and verbal abuse, with the victim reportedly sustaining visible injuries to her face and arms.
The situation escalated to the point where a 911 call was made, prompting State Civil Guard officers to respond. When officials arrived, they reportedly caught the incident in progress and observed signs of violence, leading to Rodriguez’s immediate arrest. He is now being held under the jurisdiction of the Attorney General’s Office in San Luis Potosí as the case moves forward.
This is not the first time Rodriguez has faced serious legal issues. Back in May 2020, he was arrested in San Antonio, Texas, following allegations that he assaulted and sexually abused his then-girlfriend. He was initially charged with sexual assault and assault causing bodily harm, later released on $50,000 bail. The case escalated to include aggravated kidnapping charges after a grand jury indictment, but after multiple delays, all charges were ultimately dropped in December 2021.
Rodriguez’s recent history in wrestling has also been turbulent. Prior to AAA’s acquisition by WWE, he had already been suspended from the promotion following an incident involving fans in Tijuana, which eventually led to his departure.
As of now, further details on the current case remain limited, but this is clearly a developing situation.
After months of build, heated rivalries, and plenty of chatter surrounding everything from storylines to ticket sales, WrestleMania 42 is finally right around the corner. With just over a week to go before WWE’s biggest event of the year, the company has officially confirmed how the card will be split across both nights.
The announcement came during an appearance on ESPN’s Get Up, where WWE pulled back the curtain on what fans can expect from each evening of the two-night spectacle.
Both nights will follow a similar structure, with the opening matches airing on ESPN before the rest of the action shifts over to the network’s streaming platform.
Night One is set to kick off with a high-profile six-man tag featuring social media star IShowSpeed teaming up with Austin Theory and Logan Paul, collectively known as The Vision. They’ll square off against LA Knight and The Usos in what’s sure to be a crowd-pleasing opener. From there, things take a more intense turn with Drew McIntyre battling Jacob Fatu in an unsanctioned match.
While the full match order hasn’t been finalized, Night One will also feature several marquee bouts, including Liv Morgan challenging Stephanie Vaquer for the WWE Women’s World Championship. Becky Lynch will go one-on-one with AJ Lee for the Women’s Intercontinental Title, while the Women’s Tag Team Championships will be on the line in a four-way match involving champions Nia Jax and Lash Legend. Two major singles matches round out the night, with Seth Rollins taking on GUNTHER and Cody Rhodes defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton.
Night Two will open with a clash of powerhouses as Brock Lesnar faces Oba Femi. Also confirmed for the second night is a six-way ladder match for the Intercontinental Championship, currently held by Penta. The rest of the card continues to stack up with big-time title bouts and grudge matches, including Jade Cargill defending the WWE Women’s Championship against Rhea Ripley and Sami Zayn putting the United States Title on the line against Trick Williams.
Elsewhere, Finn Balor will collide with Dominik Mysterio, adding another chapter to their ongoing issues, while CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship is expected to headline the entire event.
As it stands, WrestleMania 42 is set for 13 matches across the two nights, with seven on Night One and six on Night Two. However, there’s still a chance that number could change. A rumored showdown between Asuka and IYO Sky has yet to be officially added, and if confirmed, it could balance the card with seven matches on each night.
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Pat McAfee made a loud and memorable return to WWE on the April 3, 2026 episode of SmackDown, but it turns out the road to getting him back on TV wasn’t as straightforward as it looked.
McAfee immediately made an impact by aligning himself with Randy Orton and going after Cody Rhodes, even delivering a fiery, reality-blurring promo that got people talking. It felt like a big-time moment—and according to new details, that was exactly the goal.
Earlier reports had already hinted that McAfee’s return was driven in part by TKO executives looking to create “corporate synergy,” particularly tying WWE more closely with ESPN while also adding star power ahead of WrestleMania 42. The idea was simple: bring in a recognizable name to help generate buzz and potentially move more tickets.
However, Dave Meltzer shared on Wrestling Observer Radio that things didn’t come together quite so easily behind the curtain. According to Meltzer, McAfee was actually the first choice for the role, with the push reportedly coming from TKO CEO Ari Emanuel, who was keen on incorporating celebrity involvement into WWE programming.
The twist? McAfee initially wasn’t on board.
Meltzer noted that after McAfee turned down the opportunity, WWE began looking for other options to fill that spot. That scramble didn’t last forever, though, as the two sides eventually worked things out and reached a deal that brought McAfee back into the fold—just in time for his high-profile SmackDown appearance.
In the end, what fans saw was a seamless return with major storyline implications, but behind the scenes, it was a last-minute success story that nearly went in a completely different direction.
With McAfee now back in the mix alongside Orton and already mixing it up with Cody Rhodes, it’ll be interesting to see whether this is a short-term attraction tied to WrestleMania season—or something that sticks around longer than expected.
Pre-Show – 10-Person Mixed Tag Team Match
Wren Sinclair, Shiloh Hill, EK Prosper, Tank Ledger & Hank Walker def. Birth Right
A chaotic opener saw constant tags and brawling between all ten competitors. Despite interference and miscommunication among Birth Right, Hill scored the win with a cutter after a double-team setup from Walker and Ledger.
Stand & Deliver
NXT Women’s Championship – Triple Threat Match
Lola Vice (c) def. Jacy Jayne and Kendal Grey
All three women traded momentum throughout, with Grey nearly forcing a submission and Vice delivering heavy strikes. Vice ultimately capitalized on the chaos, hitting her finisher on Jayne to win the NXT Women’s Championship
NXT Tag Team Championship Match
Vanity Project (c) def. Los Americanos
A back-and-forth tag bout featuring outside interference and illegal tactics. Los Americanos came close, but Vanity Project secured the win with a double-team finish to remain champions.
Singles Match
Sol Ruca def. Zaria
A physical contest that spilled to the outside and even onto the entrance ramp. Zaria dominated with power, but Ruca fought back and sealed the win with a top-rope Sol Snatcher.
NXT North American Championship Match
Myles Borne (c) def. Johnny Gargano
Gargano pushed Borne to the limit and nearly stole the win with help from Candice LeRae. Borne overcame the odds and finished Gargano to retain.
Post-match: Dion Lennox attacked Borne, laying him out with a chair.
Women’s North American Championship Match
Tatum Paxley (c) def. Blake Monroe
Monroe attempted to cheat by using the title belt while the referee was distracted, but Paxley kicked out and rallied to hit Cemetery Drive for the win.
NXT Championship – Fatal Four-Way Match
Tony D’Angelo def. Joe Hendry (c), Ethan Page, and Ricky Saints
A chaotic main event featuring constant action and multiple near falls. After a series of big spots involving the announce table, D’Angelo capitalized in the closing moments, hitting Hendry with a spear and chokeslam combination to win the NXT Championship.
Final Results Recap:
WWE finally pulled back the curtain on one of the more intriguing mysteries heading into WrestleMania 42, and the answer added a major twist to Randy Orton’s path to the Undisputed WWE Championship.
On this week’s episode of SmackDown from St. Louis, Orton’s hometown, it was revealed that Pat McAfee was the voice guiding “The Viper” during his recent backstage phone segments. But this wasn’t the same McAfee fans were used to—he returned with a noticeably more aggressive edge, aligning himself firmly with Orton and turning heel in the process.
The show kicked off with Orton addressing the crowd, making it clear he was fighting not just for himself, but for his family seated ringside. His attention quickly turned to Cody Rhodes, referencing Rhodes’ recent appearance on Raw. That confrontation didn’t take long to escalate, as Rhodes made his way to the ring and the two immediately came to blows.
That’s when things took a turn.
McAfee—sporting Orton merchandise—jumped into the fray and dropped Rhodes with a low blow, officially revealing himself as Orton’s backup. From there, McAfee unleashed a fiery promo, criticizing both Rhodes and the current state of WWE, while hyping Orton as the man destined to restore order. He even claimed responsibility for pushing Orton to “destroy everything” in his path.
The segment didn’t stop at just aligning with Orton. McAfee doubled down backstage, referring to Orton as the “GOAT” and reinforcing his belief that “The Legend Killer” is the one who can fix what he sees as a broken system under Rhodes’ leadership.
As if that wasn’t enough, McAfee took things a step further after the show by issuing a bold ultimatum on social media: if Orton fails to defeat Rhodes at WrestleMania 42, he’ll walk away from wrestling television entirely. The former commentator didn’t mince words, calling out fans while framing the match as one of the most important in wrestling history.
Interestingly, McAfee’s return comes after months of uncertainty regarding his WWE future. He previously cited burnout and suggested the industry might be better off without him. Now, he’s back in a major storyline with a completely different attitude—and a lot on the line.
Behind the scenes, reports indicate this pairing wasn’t a standard creative decision. Instead, the move reportedly came directly from TKO executive Ari Emanuel, who sees McAfee as a crossover star capable of boosting visibility for WWE’s biggest event of the year. There’s also hope that McAfee’s mainstream presence—especially through his ESPN platform—can help bring additional attention to WrestleMania weekend.
Meanwhile, Cody Rhodes isn’t backing down. After the attack, he returned later in the night with a chilling message of his own, hinting that he has “voices” guiding him as well—and suggesting Orton may not like what they’re telling him to do.
With Orton chasing his 15th world title, McAfee putting his career on the line, and Rhodes promising a darker side of himself, this WrestleMania clash is quickly becoming one of the most emotionally charged matchups on the card.
New and deeply disturbing allegations have emerged involving Vince McMahon, as part of the ongoing legal battle with former WWE employee Janel Grant. The latest filing paints a troubling picture of alleged misconduct, implicating not only McMahon but also referencing knowledge among high-level WWE executives.
According to Grant, the situation intensified around August 2020 when Nick Khan joined WWE as President. In her account, she claims McMahon informed her that Khan—and others in leadership—were aware of his relationship with her. Grant alleges that rather than questioning the nature of the situation, Khan was present in circumstances that raised serious concerns about awareness and inaction at the executive level.
Grant further claims she felt increasingly fearful after being told that discussions about her and McMahon’s relationship had taken place among top WWE officials. These revelations, she says, reinforced her belief that reporting the alleged abuse would not lead to protection or accountability.
The filing also contains graphic accusations of physical and sexual abuse by McMahon. Grant describes incidents in which she alleges she was subjected to violent and degrading treatment, leaving her with lasting physical and emotional trauma. She also claims McMahon shared disturbing fantasies involving another WWE-affiliated figure and pressured her into interactions she says were non-consensual.
Additionally, Grant alleges that she was coerced into explicit communication exchanges with a major WWE name, claiming McMahon directed and monitored those interactions. She states that she felt compelled to comply due to pressure and fear, and that McMahon provided feedback on her responses during those exchanges.
Grant maintains that she has retained text messages and other evidence, which she says will be presented as part of the court proceedings.
These allegations are part of an ongoing legal case, and as of now, they remain claims made in a civil filing. WWE and those named have not publicly responded to the latest round of accusations at the time of writing.
This continues to be a developing story, and its implications could have significant ramifications across the wrestling industry depending on how the case unfolds.
WWE SmackDown airs live tonight at 8/7c on the USA Network in the United States and Netflix Internationally from the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri.
NXT Stand & Deliver – Saturday April 4 -The Factory at the District in St. Louis, MO – streaming live on YouTube at 7 ET/4 PT.
NXT Championship: Joe Hendry (c) vs. Ethan Page vs. Ricky Saints vs. Tony D’Angelo
NXT Women’s Championship: Jacy Jayne (c) vs. Kendal Grey vs. Lola Vice
NXT North American Championship: Myles Borne (c) vs. Johnny Gargano
NXT Tag Team Championship: The Vanity Project (c) vs. Los Americanos
NXT Women’s North American Championship: Tatum Paxley (c) vs. Blake Monroe.
Sol Ruca vs. Zaria
Shiloh Hill, Wren Sinclair, Eli Knight and Hank & Tank vs. Birthright
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