Adam Cole To Undergo Surgery

Adam Cole has revealed that he suffered a broken ankle on last week’s episode of AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam.

On Wednesday night’s edition of Dynamite, Cole revealed that he broke his ankle in three different places on last week’s show. This led to him tearing multiple ligaments, which is going to result in surgery.

Due to the surgery, Adam Cole will be unable to compete at AEW WrestleDream. So the ROH World Tag Team Championship match will now see MJF defending the titles against The Righteous in a handicap match.

Merger Announced By XFL & USFL

The XFL and USFL have announced their intent to merge. The following was sent to us:

XFL AND USFL ANNOUNCE INTENT TO MERGE

NEW YORK – September 28, 2023 – Today, the United States Football League (“USFL”) and the XFL announced their intention to merge.

Subject to customary regulatory approvals and if the transaction is consummated, the new league will establish best-in-class operations based on the most recent seasons of both leagues.  This historic combination will anchor professional spring football with substantial capabilities and resources to ensure future growth and continue to enhance the development of the collective players, coaches, and staff that are coming together. 

More details regarding the new league will be announced at a later date. 

About the United States Football League (USFL):

Fast, physical, and fun, the USFL is a fan-first, stand-alone professional spring football league. Run by experienced football leaders, the USFL kicked-off season 2 on April 15, 2023, becoming the first nationally televised spring league in 38 years to begin a second season. FOX Sports and NBC Sports are official media partners, presenting all 43 regular- and postseason games for the eight-team league that plays in Canton, Ohio, Birmingham, Ala., Memphis, Tenn, and Detroit. Former NFL Dallas Cowboys player and current FOX NFL analyst Daryl Johnston is President of Football Operations. Former NFL Vice President of Officiating and current FOX NFL analyst Mike Pereira is Head of Officiating. “United By Football,” USFL fans can find scheduling and ticketing information at theUSFL.com and follow on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

About the XFL:

The XFL is a fan-first, fast-paced global professional football league with innovative rules and an enhanced 360-degree game experience. Anchored in world-class football, the XFL brings entertainment and innovation to advance the sport, expand player opportunities, and change the way that fans experience the game. The XFL has eight teams in Arlington (TX), Houston (TX), Las Vegas (NV), Orlando (FL), San Antonio (TX), Seattle (WA), St. Louis (MO), and Washington D.C. The XFL is owned by Dany Garcia, Dwayne Johnson, and Gerry Cardinale’s RedBird Capital Partners and launched in February 2023.

Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that are based on USFL and XFL management’s current expectations and beliefs and subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances.  The transaction is subject to execution of definitive documentation and satisfaction of customary closing conditions.

Source: eWn

AEW Dynamite Preview 9/27/2023

AEW Dynamite will air live tonight on TBS from the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield, Colorado.

  • Fatal-Four-Way: Orange Cassidy vs. Matt Jackson vs. Penta El Zero Meido vs. Austin Gunn
  • Julia Hart vs Willow Nightingale
  • Jim Ross sit-down interview with Christian Cage and Darby Allin
  • Contract Signing: Hangman Page and Swerve Strickland
  • We’ll hear from Adam Cole and MJF, Cole’s status for WrestleDream to be addressed

Malakai Black Reveals He Is Dealing With A Slight Calf Tear & Knee Hyperextension

Malakai Black addressed fans’ concerns about his rumored injury, which was speculated to be the reason for his absence from singles matches in AEW in recent months.

Black’s last match was when House of Black lost the Trios Titles to The Acclaimed and Billy Gunn at All In. In a video on his Instagram story, Black confirmed that he does not have a back injury, but he is currently managing a minor calf tear and knee hyperextension.

“Something that I want to quickly address. I understand this is done from a perspective of caring, and I appreciate the fact that people care and that it comes from a good place. About a year ago, I made a video about rehabbing a back injury that I have. The video shows the process and strengthening my back. After the video was posted, people started bringing up this idea, ‘Oh, he has a bad back, therefore, ABC,’ which is not the case at all. For some reason, that has found its way back and the narrative is ‘he has not had singles matches because he has a bad back and nearly retired.’ That’s not true. Why I’m not having singles matches? I don’t know. I think it’s because they want House of Black to do six-mans. I was not in six-mans to hide a non-existing injury. Rest assured, I do not have a bad back and the reason I am home right now is because, well, due to a minor injury. I had a slight calf tear and a hyperextension in my knee, which is almost nursed back and almost ready to go back on the road. I appreciate the concern, but the reality is, I’m fine, and you will see me sooner rather than later,” he stated.

https://twitter.com/wrestlingsdeity/status/1706916845435888084

Source: eWn

WWE NXT Preview 9/26/2023

Tonight’s WWE NXT live from Orlando, Florida at the Capitol Wrestling Center on the USA Network: 

  • NXT Global Heritage Invitational Final: Butch vs. Joe Coffey
  • Carmelo Hayes and Ilja Dragunov to sign their No Mercy NXT Title Match contract
  • Strap Match: Eddy Thorpe v. Dijak
  • Gigi Dolin v. Blair Davenport

Heels Canceled By Starz

“Heels,” the pro wrestling TV show starring actor Stephen Amell, has reportedly been canceled.

As per “The Wrap,” the show has been canceled due to not having enough audience for it to be renewed for a third season. “Heels” has aired 16 episodes in its two seasons, with the second and final season ending earlier this month.

The cancelation of “Heels” may come as a surprise to many as it seemed to have garnered a good response from critics as well as the audience. As of writing, the show has a high 93% rating by critics and fans on Rotten Tomatoes, while IMDB has given it an 8 out of 10 rating.

Amell, who portrays Jack Spade, is the main protagonist of the show, taking over the Duffy Wrestling League promotion after his father’s passing, while his younger brother Ace Spade, played by Alexander Ludwig, finds his footing in the world of pro wrestling. The show also featured CM Punk as Ricky Rabies, and his appearance on the show may have played a part in his return to pro wrestling with AEW. AJ Mendez (formerly known as AJ Lee in WWE), former WWE wrestler and Punk’s wife, also appeared in three episodes in the second season of “Heels.”

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE Announces Former AEW Star Jade Cargill Has Signed Multi-Year Contract

WWE has today announced the signing of Jade Cargill. According to the Stamford, Connecticut-based promotion, the former All Elite Wrestling star has inked a multi-year deal. Cargill will begin training today at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. 

ESPN, the outlet that initially broke the news of Cargill’s signing, said that it remains unclear if the 31-year-old will be heading straight to the main roster or if she will begin her WWE journey on the “WWE NXT” brand.

It was recently reported that Cargill was WWE-bound after departing AEW. Cargill’s final match with Tony Khan’s promotion was broadcast on the September 15 episode of “AEW Rampage,” where she unsuccessfully challenged Kris Statlander for the AEW TBS Championship. Cargill, who first appeared for AEW in November 2020, is the longest-reigning AEW TBS Champion in history after holding the gold for 508 days.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE RAW Preview 9/25/2023

WWE RAW will air live tonight on the USA Network from the Toyota Center in Ontario, California.

  • Cody Rhodes to kick off RAW
  • Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship: The Judgment Day (Finn Balor and Damian Priest) (c) vs. Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens
  • NXT North American Championship: Dominik Mysterio (c) vs. Dragon Lee
  • Bronson Reed vs. Otis
  • Shinsuke Nakamura will respond to Seth Rollins’ challenge
  • Drew McInytre on MizTV

PCO Reportedly Gives Notice To Impact To Leave

PCO is reportedly leaving IMPACT Wrestling.

Pat Laprade of TVASports in Montreal said he spoke with sources very close to the situation and can confirm that PCO has given his notice to IMPACT Wrestling. PCO’s contact is said to be up on October 30.

PCO (Pierre Carl Ouellet) has been with IMPACT Wrestling since January 2022.

https://twitter.com/PatLaprade/status/1705677720040960080

Source: WrestleView

Updated List Of WWE Talent Releases (2023)

Due to the Endeavor merger, WWE has began releasing several wrestlers from their deals as of September 21, 2023 to save on costs. WWE released a few more names on September 22 and 23.

We will be updating this page with the latest names. This does not currently include names of upper management who were let go earlier in the week:

9/21

  • Dolph Ziggler
  • Elias
  • Aliyah
  • Rick Boogs
  • Riddick Moss
  • Emma
  • Top Dolla
  • Shelton Benjamin
  • Dana Brooke
  • Mustafa Ali
  • Mansoor
  • Mace
  • Shanky
  • Dabba Kato / Commander Azeez / Babatunde (NXT)
  • Quincy Elliot (NXT)
  • Bryson Montana (NXT)
  • Yulisa Leon (NXT)
  • Daniel McArthur (NIL)
  • Kevin Ventura-Cortez (NIL)
  • Alexis Gray (NIL)
  • Brooklyn Barlow (NIL)

9/22

  • Matt Riddle
  • Ikeman Jiro (NXT)
  • Abule Abadi-Fitzgerald (NIL)

9/23

  • Melanie Brzezinski (NIL)