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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.
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 live today at 2 PM ET on Netflix from the La Défense Arena in Paris.
WWE CLASH IN PARIS QUICK RESULTS
World Heavyweight Championship: Seth 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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ring of Honor’s Death Before Dishonor 2025 may have delivered inside the ring, but the broadcast didn’t go as smoothly as planned. During the post-show media scrum, ROH/AEW CEO Tony Khan openly addressed the technical issues that plagued the live stream and also provided an update on Taz’s postponed Hall of Fame induction.
Fans watching via WatchROH.com ran into problems depending on their browser of choice, with Chrome, Firefox, and even Microsoft Edge users experiencing streaming errors. Khan explained that once the problem was identified, he quickly made the call to upload the full pay-per-view to YouTube for free worldwide — a bold decision made while the show was still in progress.
To make good with paying subscribers, Khan also announced that all current WatchROH.com members will automatically receive a one-month credit. While he acknowledged the financial hit — noting that “hundreds of thousands of dollars” worth of subscription revenue would be lost — Khan said the overwhelmingly positive response from fans made the decision worth it.
“The show we delivered was fantastic, and I think new fans must have seen it,” Khan said. “It was a lot of money to eat, but the response on social media was almost unanimously positive.”
The company will now work with streaming partner Brightcove to ensure the issue isn’t repeated.
Another topic addressed during the scrum was the postponed 2300 Arena Hardcore Hall of Fame induction for Taz. The ceremony was originally scheduled for Death Before Dishonor, but at Taz’s request, the moment has been moved.
According to Khan, the ECW legend wanted more time to arrange for his family to attend the special honor. As a result, the induction will now take place on the September 3rd edition of AEW Dynamite.
“He asked if we could please wait until Wednesday so he could get his family lined up. It’s the least we can do for Taz,” Khan explained. “It’s a real honor for us to celebrate him in that building.”
While technical hiccups threatened to overshadow ROH’s biggest summer event, Tony Khan’s quick response and willingness to eat the cost turned what could’ve been a PR nightmare into a goodwill gesture. Fans not only got the show for free, but subscribers were also compensated — and the buzz online shows it paid off. Meanwhile, Taz’s induction being shifted to Dynamite gives the legend an even bigger stage for the recognition he deserves.
Ring of Honor presented Death Before Dishonor 2025, a night filled with title changes and standout performances. The card, which aired for free on YouTube after some early technical hiccups, delivered plenty of memorable moments for ROH fans. Here’s a rundown of the action.
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