Former AEW/ROH Tag Team The Righteous Wrapping Up Indie Dates, Could Be WWE-Bound

It looks like The Righteous may be on the move again. According to Fightful Select, Vinny and Dutch have begun letting promoters know that they’re finishing up their independent dates in the coming months, fueling speculation that a WWE signing could be right around the corner.

This isn’t the first time WWE has circled the duo. Back in December 2022, both men took part in a tryout alongside KC Navarro and Kylie Rae. Unfortunately for all involved, that same period saw Vince McMahon force his way back into the company, triggering a hiring freeze that effectively slammed the brakes on WWE’s recruiting efforts for several months.

Since then, Vinny and Dutch found a home in AEW/ROH, where they made their presence felt before eventually parting ways earlier this year. With their release now behind them, the door appears open for the long-rumored WWE run.

Interestingly, several notable names have been backing The Righteous along the way. Former WWE star Elijah (known to fans as Elias) is said to have worked on vignettes with them, while the late Bray Wyatt had reportedly gone to bat for their signing after that 2022 tryout.

If the rumors prove true, WWE could be on the verge of adding a duo with both unique presentation and proven experience. For fans of The Righteous, it might just be a matter of when, not if, they make their way onto the company’s stage.

Rumors Heat Up on AJ Lee’s Possible WWE Comeback After Clash in Paris

The closing moments of WWE’s Clash in Paris have fans buzzing—not just about the World Heavyweight Championship match, but about the potential return of one of the most beloved stars of the last decade: AJ Lee.

The speculation picked up after Seth Rollins, with an assist from his wife Becky Lynch, targeted CM Punk in the show’s final angle. Given the history, it didn’t take long for fans to start connecting the dots and wondering if Punk’s real-life wife could be next to step back into a WWE ring.

According to Fightful Select, WWE’s creative team has recently floated multiple ideas involving Lee, and unlike years past, higher-ups reportedly haven’t been quick to shoot them down. Some inside the company even admitted they hoped that the whispers following the Paris event meant there was something real in the works. Still, there’s no confirmation that a deal—or even serious talks—are happening just yet.

What’s interesting is that WWE apparently isn’t concerned about AJ’s long absence from the ring. Insiders say she still looks just like she did during her 2015 run, and with Punk himself proving you can return after a long layoff, any concerns seem minimal. Her only recent in-ring activity came during filming of the wrestling drama Heels, where she surprised herself by quickly regaining her rhythm.

That said, AJ has been vocal in the past about not wanting to wrestle again. Even during her involvement with WOW Women of Wrestling, she stayed strictly behind the scenes, declining opportunities to lace up the boots. But the intrigue remains—especially with stars in both WWE and AEW reportedly urging Punk to convince her to come back.

For now, the only thing certain is that WWE reignited speculation with the way Clash in Paris ended. Rollins and Lynch’s reunion—helping him retain the World Heavyweight Championship by taking out Punk—was their first on-screen alliance since 2019. Whether that shocking moment sets the stage for AJ Lee’s return remains to be seen, but it’s clear WWE fans are more hopeful than ever.

WWE Raw Preview 9/1/2025

WWE Raw live today at 2 PM ET on Netflix from the La Défense Arena in Paris.

  • Fallout from Clash In Paris
  • An update on Roman Reigns
  • Adam Pearce will address the WWE Women’s World title situation
  • WWE Intercontinental Championship: Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. AJ Styles
  • The Kabuki Warriors vs. Roxanne Perez & Raquel Rodriguez
  • The New Day vs. The War Raiders

WWE Clash in Paris 8/31/2025 (Results)

WWE CLASH IN PARIS QUICK RESULTS

  • Roman Reigns def. Bronson Reed
  • WWE Tag Team ChampionshipThe Wyatt Sicks (c) def. The Street Profits
  • Intercontinental ChampionshipBecky Lynch (c) def. Nikki Bella
  • John Cena def. Logan Paul
  • Good Old Fashioned DonnybrookRusev def. Sheamus

World Heavyweight ChampionshipSeth Rollins (c) def. CM Punk, Jey Uso, LA Knight

WWE delivered a wild night in France with celebrity cameos, and chaotic championship battles. Here’s how it all went down:


Roman Reigns vs. “Big” Bronson Reed

The atmosphere was electric for Roman Reigns’ return to singles action, and “Big” Bronson Reed gave him all he could handle. The Australian powerhouse nearly had the Tribal Chief put away on multiple occasions — connecting with a senton, Death Valley Driver, and even a crushing Liger Bomb.

Reigns dug deep, surviving Reed’s best shots and landing a thunderous avalanche Samoan Drop before finally finishing things with a decisive spear.

The celebration didn’t last long. After the bell, Paul Heyman tried to play peacemaker, but Roman choked out his former advisor in a vicious Guillotine before walking off with his reclaimed shoes that Reed had previously stolen.

Just when it looked like Reigns would stand tall in Paris, Bron Breakker exploded from nowhere with a spear! That ambush kicked off a post-match beatdown where Breakker and Reed brutalized Reigns, dropping him with repeated Tsunamis until he had to be stretchered out. Jey Uso tried to intervene, but he too was left laid out.

The attack sets the stage for major fallout — and for the first time in years, Roman looked vulnerable.


Street Profits vs. The Wyatt 6 – WWE Tag Team Championship

Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford came close to dethroning Dexter Lumis and Joe Gacy, but the Wyatt 6’s chaos once again proved too much.

After a competitive back-and-forth, interference from Nikki Cross, Uncle Howdy, and Erick Rowan tilted the odds in the champions’ favor. Gacy and Lumis sealed the win with a devastating suplex/powerbomb combo on Ford to retain the gold.


Becky Lynch vs. Nikki Bella – WWE Women’s Intercontinental Championship

Nikki Bella brought the fight in her surprising return, even hitting Becky Lynch with her own Manhandle Slam. But “The Man” survived Bella’s Fearless Lock, outlasted a brutal ringside brawl, and snatched the win with a crafty backslide. Lynch remains Women’s Intercontinental Champion, while Bella’s comeback nearly stole the show.


Rusev vs. Sheamus – Good Ol’ Fashioned Donnybrook Match

A brutal, beer-soaked brawl unfolded as Rusev and Sheamus tore into each other with chairs, kendo sticks, and shillelaghs. The Redeemer ultimately forced Sheamus to tap to a shillelagh-assisted Accolade, scoring one of his biggest wins since returning to WWE.


John Cena vs. Logan Paul

Logan Paul once again proved he belongs in WWE, pushing John Cena to the limit in one of the night’s most dramatic matches. Paul connected with everything from Buckshot Lariats to frog splashes, but Cena’s heart and veteran resilience carried him through.

After a stunning Styles Clash and Frankensteiner didn’t get it done, Cena finally sealed the deal with back-to-back Attitude Adjustments for the victory. Cena celebrated with the Paris crowd, his wife at ringside, and even shared a hug with country star Jelly Roll, who was in attendance alongside Post Malone.


Fatal Four-Way Main Event – WWE World Heavyweight Championship

Seth Rollins defended against CM Punk, LA Knight, and Jey Uso in a chaotic main event. All four men had moments where they nearly walked out as champion — Punk nailed the GTS, Jey landed a big splash, and Knight hit Blunt Force Trauma — but the Visionary always found a way to survive.

The turning point came late when a hooded figure stormed the ring and hit Punk with a low blow. The culprit? Becky Lynch. With his wife’s shocking assist, Rollins drilled Punk with the Blackout to retain the World Heavyweight Championship.

Afterward, Rollins and Lynch taunted Punk together, cementing themselves as one of WWE’s most dangerous power couples.

WWE Clash In Paris 8/31/2025 (Card)

WWE Clash in Paris – Sunday, August 31 at 2 PM ET – Paris La Défense Arena in Nanterre, France

CARD

  • World Heavyweight Championship: Seth Rollins (c) vs. Jey Uso vs. CM Punk vs. LA Knight
  • Intercontinental Championship: Becky Lynch (c) vs. Nikki Bella
  • WWE Tag Team Championship: Wyatt Sicks (c) vs. Street Profits
  • Good Ol’ Fashioned Donnybrook: Sheamus vs. Rusev
  • John Cena vs. Logan Paul
  • Roman Reigns vs. Bronson Reed

Cody Rhodes & Brandi Rhodes Announce The Birth Of Second Child

Cody Rhodes & Brandi Rhodes Announce The Birth Of Second Child

The Rhodes family just got a little bigger. Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes and his wife Brandi have announced the arrival of their second child, sharing the happy news with fans on social media.

The couple, who became first-time parents in 2021 with the birth of their daughter Liberty, are now celebrating the arrival of another baby girl. Born on August 29, 2025, the newest addition to the family has been named Leilani Ella Runnels.

Brandi shared the announcement on Twitter, posting a photo of herself holding her newborn’s tiny hand alongside a heartfelt message:

“Welcome to the world Leilani Ella Runnels. We are in love. Thank you God for answered prayers. Cody + Brandi + Libby + Lani = ❤️”

For Cody, this marks an especially meaningful time in his life, balancing the top spot in WWE with the joys of fatherhood. Fans and fellow wrestlers have already begun flooding the couple’s timelines with congratulatory messages, celebrating not only his championship reign but also the family milestone.

WWE SmackDown Preview 8/29/2025

WWE SmackDown airs tonight on USA Network from the LDLC Arena in Lyon, France.

Final stop en route to Clash In Paris on Sunday.

  • United States Championship: Solo Sikoa (c) vs. Sami Zayn
  • WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship: Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair (c) vs. Secret Hervis
  • WWE Tag Team Championship #1 Contender’s Match: Street Profits vs. Melo Don’t Miz
  • John Cena to appear

DDP Hospitalized After Experiencing Atrial Fibrillation

WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page (DDP) recently revealed that he was hospitalized after suffering an episode of atrial fibrillation, a heart condition that causes an irregular and often rapid heartbeat.

DDP shared the news with fans on social media, explaining that the incident occurred while he was working out. He noted that he wasn’t wearing a heart monitor at the time, which made it harder to immediately track what was happening. Doctors later performed a cardioversion procedure — a treatment used to restore a normal heart rhythm.

The 68-year-old legend has long been known for his dedication to health and fitness, especially through his DDP Yoga program, which has helped countless wrestlers and fans alike improve their quality of life. While the episode was certainly a scare, Page seemed upbeat in his update and appears to be on the mend.

Wrestling fans everywhere will no doubt be wishing DDP a speedy recovery.

WWE NXT Preview 8/26/2025

WWE NXT tonight on The CW Network.

  • Fallout from Heatwave
  • Blake Monroe vs. Kelani Jordan
  • Blindfold Match: Lexis King vs. Myles Borne
  • The Culling (Izzi Dame & Tatum Paxley) vs. Wren Sinclair & TBA
  • Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley & Jazmyn Nyx) vs. Sol Ruca, Lola Vice & ZARIA

WWE Raw Preview 8/25/2025

WWE airs live globally today live on Netflix from the bp pulse LIVE in Birmingham, England, beginning at 3:00 pm ET/12:00 pm PT.

  • Roman Reigns to kick off the show
  • Rhea Ripley vs. Judgment Day’s Roxanne Perez
  • Penta vs. The New Day’s Kofi Kingston