WWE NXT live tonight on The CW from the Lowell Memorial Auditorium in Lowell, MA.
WWE will also be taping next week’s episode to air on December 24 later tonight.
The status of WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Jade Cargill has become one of the most confusing stories in wrestling right now. Ever since her abrupt backstage attack on the November 22 episode of WWE SmackDown, fans and insiders alike have been left scratching their heads about Cargill’s condition, her absence, and WWE’s overall direction for the Women’s Tag Team Championships.
It all started when Cargill was written off TV after being ambushed and left sprawled on the hood of a car in a backstage segment. While the angle looked like classic WWE storytelling, it quickly fueled speculation that something else was at play. Was it an injury? A creative reset? Or simply time off for personal reasons?
Reports since then have been all over the map. Some outlets initially claimed Cargill was perfectly fine, while others hinted she might be dealing with a minor, undisclosed injury. Then came the revelation from PWInsider that Cargill was enjoying some downtime on vacation in the Bahamas and also focusing on non-wrestling ventures. That seemed to settle the matter—for a moment.
However, the waters were muddied once again after Bryan Alvarez of Wrestling Observer Live delivered a much more ominous update. Alvarez stated bluntly:
“Jade Cargill, by the way, I don’t care what you read online, okay? Jade Cargill is injured, and it’s serious, and I don’t know when she’s going to be back.”
This report paints a far less optimistic picture and leaves fans wondering just how serious Cargill’s situation really is.
Despite rumors of a significant injury, WWE has yet to strip Cargill and her partner Bianca Belair of the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships. Instead, WWE is temporarily filling the void by having Naomi step in as Belair’s partner for an upcoming title defense.
This move isn’t unprecedented. WWE has a history of creatively adjusting title situations when one half of a tag team is injured. Most recently, Piper Niven replaced Sonya Deville as Chelsea Green‘s partner when Deville suffered an ACL injury in 2023.
That said, the uncertainty surrounding Cargill’s health has sparked growing frustration among fans, especially given how her absence affected major events. Cargill was notably removed from the women’s WarGames match at Survivor Series and was replaced in the ongoing WWE Women’s United States Championship Tournament by Lash Legend.
What’s most intriguing—or perhaps frustrating—is WWE’s silence on the matter. The company hasn’t provided any official update on Cargill’s injury status, nor have they addressed whether she and Belair will be able to continue as champions. If the injury is as serious as Alvarez claims, WWE will eventually need to make a decision about the titles, especially with Naomi temporarily filling in.
Jade Cargill’s WWE run has been highly anticipated since her signing earlier this year. After an impressive stint in AEW, she arrived in WWE with enormous buzz and has been positioned as a major star. However, her current absence—combined with the conflicting reports—has left her momentum in limbo.
For now, fans will have to wait for official word from WWE, though the uncertainty surrounding Cargill’s injury doesn’t appear to be clearing up anytime soon. Whether it’s a storyline, a minor setback, or something more severe, one thing’s for sure: the Women’s Tag Team Championship picture is as cloudy as ever.
Stay tuned for updates as this story continues to unfold.
WWE fans have been buzzing ever since Monday’s Raw aired a cryptic teaser video that left more questions than answers. The short clip, featuring what appeared to be a stylized “zero” with a line through it—drawn in orange on a black background—has sparked widespread speculation online. Accompanied by dramatic music, the minimalistic teaser has fans wondering: Is this the arrival of Penta El Zero Miedo?
Penta El Zero Miedo, also known as Pentagon Jr., became a free agent at the end of November following the expiration of his AEW contract. Since then, his future in professional wrestling has been a major topic of conversation. The teaser video has only added fuel to the fire, with many fans interpreting the “zero” symbol as a nod to Penta’s iconic “Cero Miedo” persona.
Penta recently appeared in Mexico’s AAA promotion, where he delivered an emotional farewell that seemed to signal a shift in his career trajectory. If WWE is indeed the next chapter for the Lucha Bros standout, it would mark a major addition to their roster. However, signing with WWE would mean he could no longer work with AAA due to WWE’s strict contractual exclusivity.
Penta’s rumored move hasn’t been without drama. His brother and longtime tag team partner, Rey Fenix, remains tied to AEW after the promotion added injury time to his contract. The Lucha Bros’ absence from AEW programming since August 2024 reportedly stemmed from speculation that the duo had been in contact with WWE while still under contract—something that AEW President Tony Khan takes very seriously. Fenix’s frustrations with his treatment in AEW were also evident in now-deleted social media posts.
With Fenix expected to remain with AEW for at least another year, fans have questioned whether Penta would make the leap to WWE without his brother by his side. If Monday’s teaser is any indication, the answer might be a resounding yes.
If Penta does debut in WWE, it would represent a significant signing for the company. Known for his hard-hitting style, charismatic presence, and trademark “Cero Miedo” taunt, Penta has been a fan favorite in every promotion he’s appeared in. WWE has increasingly shown interest in incorporating top-tier lucha libre talent into its programming, and Penta could make an immediate impact—whether as a singles star or part of a tag team.
For now, though, WWE fans will have to wait and see what comes next. Was the teaser truly about Penta El Zero Miedo, or is WWE setting up something entirely different? Until then, speculation will continue to run wild, but one thing’s for sure: all eyes are on WWE’s next move.
WWE Raw airs live tonight on the USA Network from TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts.
There’s been plenty of buzz in the WWE Universe surrounding Jade Cargill’s mysterious absence after a backstage attack on WWE SmackDown a few weeks ago. Fans will remember Cargill being laid out on the hood of a car, and since then, she hasn’t been seen on television. That segment left fans speculating: Was it storyline? Was Cargill dealing with an injury? Or was there something else going on entirely?
Now, a fresh report from PWInsider sheds a bit of light on the situation. According to their sources within WWE, the answer seems to be much less dramatic than some fans anticipated. High-profile figures in the company revealed that Cargill has been busy working on non-wrestling projects during her time away from the ring. On top of that, WWE sources confirmed that the Women’s Tag Team Champion is currently enjoying a well-earned vacation in the Bahamas.
As for whether she’s dealing with an injury, the update remains unclear. PWInsider’s report didn’t include any confirmation or denial of physical issues, leaving that part of the story a mystery for now. However, considering she’s actively pursuing other ventures and relaxing on vacation, there’s a good chance Cargill is healthy and cleared to return when the time comes.
In the meantime, Jade Cargill’s tag team partner, Bianca Belair, has been carrying the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships on her own. Belair has had her hands full, recently dealing with challengers like Piper Niven and WWE Women’s United States Champion Chelsea Green. Next week on SmackDown, Belair won’t have to go it alone—Naomi has stepped up to team with her, keeping the titles active and the division moving forward.
If Naomi does end up as a temporary fill-in for Cargill, it wouldn’t be unprecedented. Last year, Chelsea Green found herself in a similar situation when Sonya Deville suffered a serious knee injury. Green went on to defend the titles alongside Piper Niven, proving that the Women’s Tag Team Championships don’t lose steam, even when one champion is sidelined.
With Cargill’s future still unclear, the WWE Universe will have to keep an eye on SmackDown for any updates. Whether it’s a vacation, a return, or the next big storyline twist, it’s safe to say that Jade Cargill will make a major impact the moment she steps back into the ring.
The aftermath of Saturday Night’s Main Event turned chaotic when Kevin Owens not only left Cody Rhodes battered after a brutal piledriver but also attempted to steal the iconic Winged Eagle Championship.
In the show’s main event, Rhodes successfully defended his Undisputed WWE Championship against Owens in a hard-fought battle. Post-match, as Rhodes celebrated in the ring with the Winged Eagle title—a belt he’s long spoken about as a symbol of his championship dreams—Owens struck with a ruthless attack. The shocking piledriver left the champion needing to be stretchered out of the arena, leaving the WWE Universe stunned.
But Owens wasn’t done. Seizing the historic title, Owens marched up the ramp, seemingly intent on taking the belt with him. However, his path was blocked by none other than WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque. Video posted to X (formerly Twitter) captured the heated confrontation as Triple H intercepted Owens at the stage. The two men exchanged words before the confrontation escalated, with Triple H knocking the championship out of Owens’ hands and shoving him multiple times. Officials quickly intervened to separate the two as tensions flared. WWE later posted its own video to X.
According to PWInsider, Triple H recovered the Winged Eagle title and ensured it was safeguarded after Owens was escorted to the back. WWE later shared its own video of the incident on social media, sparking widespread speculation about what’s next for Kevin Owens and his apparent fixation on the historic championship.
Cody Rhodes has been vocal for years about his love for the Winged Eagle design, which holds sentimental value to him as a callback to a classic era of WWE champions. While Rhodes got to fulfill his dream of wearing the title for one night, Owens’ actions cast a dark shadow over his victory celebration.
The fallout from Owens’ attack and his confrontation with Triple H promises to be explosive. Is this the beginning of a bitter rivalry between Kevin Owens and WWE management? And what consequences await Owens for his actions? Stay tuned, as this story is far from over.
WWE brought back the iconic Saturday Night’s Main Event in grand style, with a blend of retro nostalgia and high-octane modern action. From surprise appearances to epic title defenses, the show delivered on all fronts.
The night opened with a vintage touch, featuring a retro voiceover hyping up the legendary history of Saturday Night’s Main Event. A nostalgic video package clicked through old-school TV channels before settling on a retro-style intro set to “Obsession,” a fitting throwback for the occasion. WWE brought back the iconic red, white, and blue ropes for the ring (an aesthetic hallmark of the original Saturday Night’s Main Event) that adding to the throwback feel.
Joe Tessitore welcomed none other than Jesse “The Body” Ventura, marking his big return to WWE. The iconic voice of Ventura set the stage perfectly, with Pat McAfee joining Michael Cole at the announce desk.
The opening match brought immediate energy as Drew McIntyre faced Sami Zayn. McIntyre came out swinging, but Zayn’s counterattacks—including a stunning Asai moonsault—kept him competitive. The hard-hitting action spilled to the outside, with McIntyre tossing Sami over the announce desk to take control.
Back from commercial, Zayn showed heart with a desperate Avalanche Sunset Flip Powerbomb and a near Blue Thunder Driver finish. However, Drew was too much to handle. After a brutal headbutt and a missed Claymore counter, McIntyre connected with the Claymore Kick to secure the victory.
Winner: Drew McIntyre via pinfall
IYO SKY challenged Liv Morgan for the WWE Women’s World Championship in a thrilling contest. SKY’s agility shined early with a crisp dropkick and a jaw-dropping Asai moonsault to the outside.
After the break, SKY controlled the pace with rolling German suplexes and corner knees, but Liv fought back with a Lungblower and Codebreaker. The back-and-forth battle saw IYO nearly lock in a crossface, but Liv reversed into a short-arm knee strike.
In a pivotal moment, Liv countered SKY’s moonsault with her boots up and capitalized with Oblivion to retain her title.
Winner: Liv Morgan via pinfall (retains WWE Women’s World Championship)
Post-match, Rhea Ripley made her entrance, locking eyes with Liv. The tension was palpable as Ripley stood face-to-face with the champion, hinting at a future showdown.
GUNTHER defended his WWE World Heavyweight Championship against Damian Priest and Finn Balor in a chaotic triple-threat match. Balor tried to outsmart his opponents early, but GUNTHER and Priest quickly overpowered him.
The Ring General showcased his trademark chops and power moves, while Priest impressed with a rope-walk crossbody and a devastating South of Heaven. Finn wasn’t far behind, landing a shotgun dropkick and the Coup de Grace, only for GUNTHER to cut him off.
The match reached its climax with GUNTHER Powerbombing Priest into the steel steps before returning to the ring to hit a shotgun dropkick and the Tenryu Powerbomb on Balor for the win.
Winner: GUNTHER via pinfall (retains WWE World Heavyweight Championship)
In the tournament finals for the WWE Women’s United States Championship, Chelsea Green faced off against “Michin” Mia Yim. Green, with an assist from Piper Niven, took control during the match, despite Mia’s impressive offense—including a Tarantula stretch.
After the chaos settled, Green hit Unpretty Her to score the victory and make history as the inaugural WWE Women’s United States Champion.
Winner: Chelsea Green via pinfall (becomes inaugural WWE Women’s United States Champion)
The main event saw Cody Rhodes defend his WWE Undisputed Championship against Kevin Owens in a brutal and dramatic match. Owens played mind games early, repeatedly retreating to the outside, but Rhodes responded with relentless offense, including a Cody Cutter on the announce table.
Referee Charles Robinson’s accidental bump added chaos as Owens hit a Stunner, only for a second referee to miss the pinfall due to another collision. Owens attempted to capitalize with a steel chair, but Rhodes turned the tables, hitting a decisive Cross Rhodes on the chair.
Winner: Cody Rhodes via pinfall (retains WWE Undisputed Championship)
The return of Saturday Night’s Main Event was packed with unforgettable moments, hard-fought victories, and appearances from legends like Jesse Ventura, Tito Santana, and Greg “The Hammer” Valentine. WWE brought back the iconic red, white, and blue ropes for the ring—an aesthetic hallmark of the original Saturday Night’s Main Event. With Liv Morgan and Cody Rhodes cementing their reigns, and Chelsea Green’s history-making win, WWE proved that nostalgia and modern wrestling can coexist to create something special.
The return of WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event on NBC – Saturday, December 14, 2024 – Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Long Island, New York
WWE Legends Jimmy Hart, Greg “The Hammer” Valentine, Koko B. Ware, and Tito Santana are expected to appear. Jesse “the Body” Ventura will join the broadcast announce team.
CARD
WWE CHAMPIONSHIP:
Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Kevin Owens
WWE WOMEN’S UNITED STATES CHAMPIONSHIP:
Michin vs. Chelsea Green
WWE WOMEN’S WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP:
Liv Morgan (c) vs. Iyo Sky
WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP:
Gunther (c) vs. Finn Balor vs. Damian Priest
Drew McIntyre vs. Sami Zayn
WWE SmackDown will air live tonight on the USA Network from the XL Center in Hartford, CT.
WWE is set to turn back the clock this weekend, as several iconic legends will make appearances at Saturday Night’s Main Event. According to a report from PWInsider, fans can look forward to seeing WWE Hall of Famers and legends like Jimmy Hart, Ted DiBiase Sr., Greg “The Hammer” Valentine, Koko B. Ware, and Tito Santana at the show.
While their exact roles for the event haven’t been confirmed as of this writing, their presence alone will undoubtedly add some nostalgia and excitement for longtime fans of the golden era of WWE. Whether they’ll appear in backstage segments, special in-ring spots, or simply to greet the crowd, having these legends around is always a treat.
In addition to these legendary appearances, it’s been confirmed that Jesse “The Body” Ventura will be taking over commentary duties for the show. Ventura, a legend in his own right both as a former wrestler and as a charismatic voice behind the mic, is sure to add some vintage flair to the broadcast.
Saturday Night’s Main Event has long been a staple for WWE, and this weekend’s show looks to honor that legacy with a star-studded mix of past and present. Whether you grew up with these legends or are just discovering their legacies, this is a can’t-miss event for WWE fans.
Don’t forget to tune in for what promises to be a memorable night!
UPDATE
Ted DiBiase has reportedly dropped out of the show.
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