The Mysterio family’s legacy in WWE could soon be expanding.
According to a report from PWInsider, Aalyah Gutierrez, the daughter of WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio, has been added to WWE’s internal roster after recently reporting to the WWE Performance Center for training.
The report notes that Aalyah is currently listed under her real name rather than the famous Mysterio surname.
Aalyah Continues WWE Training
While Aalyah has never competed in a WWE match, she has become a familiar face to fans over the years through her appearances alongside her father and brother, Dominik Mysterio.
Most notably, she was involved in a storyline during 2020 that centered around a romantic relationship with then-WWE star Buddy Murphy. The angle became a major part of the feud between Rey Mysterio, Dominik Mysterio, Seth Rollins, and Murphy at the time.
However, Aalyah’s previous appearances were limited to acting roles rather than in-ring competition.
Over the last year, that has reportedly changed.
Full-Time Wrestling Career In The Works
Aalyah first visited the WWE Performance Center last fall, where she participated in basic in-ring drills while Rey Mysterio was preparing for his own WWE return.
She later returned to the facility in February for a more extensive training session.
Following that visit, Rey revealed that his daughter had committed to pursuing professional wrestling on a full-time basis with WWE.
Her continued training appears to be progressing, as she was recently featured in a photo alongside fellow WWE Performance Center trainee Marie Malenko and NXT stars Uriah Connors, Lexis King, and Brooks Jensen.
Another Generation Of The Mysterio Family
Should Aalyah eventually make her WWE debut, she would become the latest member of the Mysterio family to compete for the company.
Rey Mysterio made his WWE main roster debut in 2002 and went on to become one of the most decorated stars in company history, earning a place in the WWE Hall of Fame.
Dominik Mysterio followed in his father’s footsteps, making his WWE in-ring debut in 2020 and becoming a former Intercontinental Champion. He currently remains one of the top stars on the Raw roster.
While WWE has not officially announced any plans for Aalyah’s debut, her addition to the company’s internal roster suggests that her journey toward becoming a WWE Superstar is continuing to move forward.
WWE SmackDown may not remain a two-hour show for much longer.
According to a new report from WrestleVotes via Fightful Select, sources at USA Network expect SmackDown to return to a three-hour format beginning in January 2027.
SmackDown Expected To Expand Back To Three Hours
The report states that the tentative date for the change is the January 8, 2027 episode of SmackDown, though WWE has not officially confirmed the move.
The expected adjustment is reportedly tied to USA Network’s programming plans for the new year and would mark another shift in the blue brand’s broadcast length.
SmackDown returned to a two-hour format in July 2026 after previously airing as a three-hour program. At the time, reports indicated that the shortened runtime could remain in place through the end of the year.
WWE Expected To Alternate Formats
Since WWE’s television rights agreement with USA Network began in 2024, reports have suggested that SmackDown could alternate between two-hour and three-hour formats throughout the duration of the five-year deal.
If the latest report proves accurate, January’s return to three hours would be the latest example of that strategy.
Neither WWE nor USA Network has publicly commented on the reported change.
Timing Coincides With WWE’s European Tour
WWE has not yet announced a location for the January 8 episode of SmackDown.
The show is scheduled to take place one week before WWE kicks off its annual European tour on January 15.
The tour will begin in Brussels, Belgium, before SmackDown heads to Manchester, England. Meanwhile, Raw is scheduled to visit Glasgow, Scotland, and Dublin, Ireland as part of the international run.
For now, SmackDown remains a two-hour broadcast, but according to the report, fans may see the blue brand return to a three-hour format shortly after the start of 2027.
Zilla Fatu made his long-awaited WWE debut during Tuesday night’s episode of NXT, interrupting a No. 1 Contender’s Match and immediately inserting himself into the NXT Championship picture.
The surprise appearance came during the show’s main event, which featured Cruz Montana and Grayson Waller battling for the right to challenge Tony D’Angelo for the NXT Championship at Heatwave on August 30.
Zilla Fatu Appears During NXT Main Event
Prior to the broadcast, False Finish reported that Fatu had been spotted at the WWE Performance Center, with speculation growing that he had officially signed with the company. Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp had previously reported that discussions between WWE and Fatu had been ongoing since June.
Those reports appeared to be confirmed when Fatu emerged from the crowd during the closing moments of the match.
Montana and Waller had been engaged in a competitive back-and-forth contest, with both men coming close to securing a title opportunity. Montana appeared poised for victory after connecting with his Spin the Block finisher.
Before he could make the cover, however, Fatu stormed the ring and attacked both competitors.
Main Event Ends In Chaos
The interference resulted in the match being ruled a no contest.
Fatu laid out both Montana and Waller as the broadcast came to a close, making it clear that he has his sights set on the NXT Championship.
The attack leaves the title picture in question heading into Heatwave.
What Happens At Heatwave?
With the No. 1 Contender’s Match ending without a winner, it remains unclear who will challenge Tony D’Angelo for the NXT Championship on August 30.
WWE has not yet announced whether Montana and Waller will receive another opportunity to determine a challenger or if Fatu’s actions have earned him a place in the title match.
Given the way Tuesday’s episode ended, a multi-man championship match now appears to be a possibility.
Regardless of the final decision, Zilla Fatu made an immediate impact in his first WWE appearance and has quickly become one of the most talked-about names in NXT.
Just days after capturing the Interim WWE Women’s Championship at SummerSlam 2026, Chelsea Green is dealing with an injury that could impact her immediate future.
According to reports from Bryan Alvarez of the Wrestling Observer, Green was injured during Friday night’s episode of WWE SmackDown in Philadelphia. The new champion later confirmed the news herself in a video posted to Instagram, revealing that she suffered a fractured orbital bone.
Chelsea Green Confirms Injury
In the video, Green addressed her condition and explained that she was taken to the emergency room following the incident.
“I did get injured last Friday night,” Green said. “Stuff happens. It’s live television. It’s wrestling. It’s an occupational hazard. I ended up in the emergency room and I have a broken orbital bone.”
Despite the severity of the injury, Green noted that the visible damage could have been much worse.
“It looks amazing, all things considered; it feels awful, but looks pretty amazing.”
The Interim Women’s Champion admitted she is unsure what the injury means for her short-term future in WWE.
“I have no idea what that means for me. Usually, you guys have seen me play into every single injury, but this feels different. It feels frustrating. I’m upset. I feel like if I didn’t have bad luck, I’d have no luck at all.”
Green added that she plans to focus on healing before making any decisions about her return.
“We’re just going to take it day by day.”
Injury Comes Days After SummerSlam Championship Victory
The injury comes at a difficult time for Green, who recently won the Interim WWE Women’s Championship at SummerSlam.
Green emerged victorious in a chaotic Ladder Match that also featured Charlotte Flair, Jade Cargill, Lash Legend, and Tiffany Stratton. The victory gave her the interim championship while reigning WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley remains sidelined.
Green appeared on SmackDown intending to celebrate her championship win but instead found herself back in action. She teamed with Tiffany Stratton in a Women’s Tag Team Championship match against Fatal Influence, with Green ultimately taking the loss for her team.
At this time, WWE has not confirmed exactly when Green suffered the injury during the match.
Women’s Division Dealing With Multiple Injuries
Green’s injury is the latest setback to affect WWE’s women’s division.
Last week, Rhea Ripley revealed that she underwent knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus after initially attempting to avoid surgery. Ripley is expected to miss several months of action, which led to WWE creating the Interim Women’s Championship.
Reports indicate WWE officials are hopeful that Ripley could return in time for the Royal Rumble 2027 event in Arizona.
Meanwhile, Green’s status remains uncertain as she awaits further evaluation and recovery from the fractured orbital bone. WWE has not announced whether the injury will affect her reign as Interim Women’s Champion.
WWE Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley has shared a significant update on her injury status, revealing that she recently underwent knee surgery after attempting to avoid the procedure.
Ripley, who has been sidelined with a knee injury in recent weeks, previously disclosed that she suffered a slight meniscus tear. Now, the reigning champion has confirmed that surgery ultimately became necessary as she begins the road to recovery.
Rhea Ripley Shares Surgery Update
Taking to Instagram, Ripley opened up about the decision to undergo surgery and reflected on the physical toll that years of wrestling and athletics have taken on her body.
“Life update. After just under 14 years in wrestling and doing sports my entire life… It’s caught up to me. Surgery was never a first option for me, but it got to the point that it was needed… First one down… Hopefully no more…”
Despite the setback, Ripley remained optimistic about her recovery and eventual return to the ring.
“I’ve survived, now it’s time to start thriving again so I can get back to what I love to do! See you all down the road.”
Interim Champion Crowned At SummerSlam
With Ripley unable to compete, WWE moved to address the Women’s Championship picture at SummerSlam 2026.
A five-woman Ladder Match was held to determine an Interim WWE Women’s Champion, with Charlotte Flair, Chelsea Green, Jade Cargill, Lash Legend, and Tiffany Stratton competing for the opportunity.
Chelsea Green ultimately emerged victorious, climbing the ladder and retrieving the championship to become the new Interim WWE Women’s Champion.
No Return Timeline Announced
At this time, WWE has not announced how long Ripley is expected to be out of action following the surgery.
The injury temporarily halts another strong run for Ripley, who has remained one of WWE’s top stars and a centerpiece of the women’s division.
For now, Ripley’s focus shifts to rehabilitation as she works toward returning to the ring and reclaiming her place atop the Women’s Championship picture.
A major championship opportunity is set to be decided through a unique crossover tournament involving talent from WWE and AAA.
During the August 3 episode of WWE Raw, Rey Mysterio was seen speaking with WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns backstage. While the conversation was not explained on television, Mysterio has now revealed what the two were discussing — and it could have major implications for the World Heavyweight Championship picture.
Roman Reigns To Defend Title In Mexico City
In a video shared through WWE’s official social media channels, Mysterio announced that Reigns will defend the WWE World Heavyweight Championship on the September 14 episode of Raw, which will air live from Arena Ciudad de Mexico in Mexico City.
According to Mysterio, he promised Reigns that he would find a worthy challenger for the championship match. The WWE Hall of Famer also noted that Reigns understands the significance of lucha libre within Mexican culture and was willing to embrace the opportunity.
WWE And AAA Stars To Compete In Tournament
To determine Reigns’ challenger, WWE will hold a tournament featuring luchadors from Raw, SmackDown, and AAA.
Mysterio stated that the tournament will begin on the August 10 edition of Raw, though additional details regarding the format have not yet been revealed.
At this time, WWE has not announced:
How many competitors will participate
Which WWE and AAA stars will be involved
When the tournament finals will take place
More information is expected to be released in the coming weeks.
Busy September Ahead For AAA
The announcement comes as AAA prepares for one of the biggest months on its calendar.
The promotion’s annual TripleMania event is scheduled to take place across two nights on September 11 and September 13. The first event was recently moved to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas after reportedly generating stronger-than-expected ticket demand.
The second night of TripleMania will be held at Arena Ciudad de Mexico, the same venue that will host Raw and Roman Reigns’ title defense the following evening.
Later in the month, WWE and AAA are also scheduled to present Worlds Collide on September 26 at the Allstate Arena in Chicago.
With a World Heavyweight Championship match now set for Mexico City and talent from both WWE and AAA competing for the opportunity, the upcoming tournament could become one of the most closely watched storylines heading into September.
