AEW’s Dralistico Set To Undergo Surgery, Shares Update From Hospital Bed

AEW’s Dralistico revealed today that he’s preparing to undergo surgery, posting a short video message from a hospital bed to update fans on his condition.

In the clip, the masked star thanked supporters for the outpouring of messages he’s received and made it clear he’s approaching the procedure with optimism and faith. He also gave a shoutout to All Elite Wrestling for standing by him during the process, saying he’s placing the situation “in God’s hands” as he heads into the operating room.

While Dralistico didn’t specify what injury he’s dealing with or how long he may be sidelined, the tone of the update suggested he’s in good spirits and appreciative of the support system around him.

AEW has yet to release official details regarding the surgery or any recovery timetable, but we’ll keep an eye out for further information as it becomes available. For now, the former La Facción Ingobernable member appears focused on getting healthy and back to the ring when the time is right.

Disgraced Former Knockouts World Champ Masha Slamovich Officially Exits TNA

As TNA Wrestling prepares for its big move to AMC early next year, the company has been sorting through a long list of talent contracts. One name that won’t be part of those renewal talks is former Knockouts World Champion Masha Slamovich, whose time with the promotion has officially come to an end.

Slamovich hasn’t been seen in a TNA ring since September, when she worked a six-woman tag match before abruptly disappearing from television. Her absence came after abuse allegations surfaced involving her relationship with fellow wrestler AKIRA. Slamovich publicly described the situation as “mutually destructive” and took responsibility for her role, but the fallout led the company to quietly sideline her.

According to Fightful Select, her contract has now expired and she’s no longer with the promotion. TNA’s roster page recently removed her profile—usually a telltale sign that a departure is finalized.

Slamovich originally joined TNA in 2019 and quickly became one of the division’s most physical and compelling performers. Her résumé includes a Knockouts World Championship reign from last October through July, along with two runs as Knockouts Tag Team Champion. After her final TNA match, she wrestled a few indie dates overseas, wrapping up with a bout in Austria on September 20, but she hasn’t appeared anywhere since.

With TNA’s AMC era looming, several wrestlers are reportedly working without deals while the promotion sorts out fresh contracts. Slamovich, however, won’t be part of that next chapter, officially closing the book on a once-promising run that ended under difficult circumstances.

WWE NXT Preview 12/9/2025

WWE NXT live TONIGHT at 8e/7c on the CW Network. 

  • Blake Monroe holds an NXT Women’s North American Title Open Challenge
  • Kelani Jordan vs. Jordynne Grace
  • Hank & Tank return to NXT
  • Shiloh Hill makes his NXT debut

John Cena Signed 5-Year WWE Ambassador Deal Ahead Of In-Ring Retirement

John Cena may be stepping away from the ring on December 13, but he’s not stepping away from WWE. In fact, the 16-time world champion has already locked in his next chapter with the company.

During a sit-down interview with Tom Rinaldi, Cena revealed that he’s officially signed a five-year deal to serve as a WWE ambassador — a role that will keep him closely tied to the brand long after his final match. According to Cena, the decision was an easy one.

“I will be an ambassador to WWE. I’m already signed on for another five years… I would like to be in this family as an employee, as a contributing part for as long as I can.”

While he made it clear that his days as an active performer are coming to a close, Cena said he’s eager to give back in new ways. Behind-the-scenes mentorship seems to be high on his list, as he talked about helping talent tap into their real personalities — much like he did when the now-famous “Doctor of Thuganomics” freestyle persona first emerged on a bus ride during his early days in WWE.

“It’s not my time to perform anymore… I have a bunch of strengths and gifts that I can pass on… Maybe mentorship to talent I wouldn’t spend time with… I’m looking forward to that stuff.”

Cena’s ambassador role likely means more media appearances, outreach efforts, and involvement in WWE initiatives — essentially using his global name recognition to continue pushing the company forward.

But before that next phase begins, Cena still has one last fight to finish.

WWE has confirmed that his final match will take place at Saturday Night’s Main Event, where Cena will go one-on-one with the “Ring General” GUNTHER. The showdown marks the end of an iconic in-ring career, but clearly not the end of Cena’s WWE journey.

Expect Cena to remain a major presence — just in a whole new way.

Backstage Update On MJF’s AEW Status

MJF has been off AEW TV since a rough September that saw him drop the CMLL World Light Heavyweight Title to Mistico and fall to Mark Briscoe in the Tables N’ Tacts match at All Out. His absence has largely been tied to filming Violent Night 2, but production on the movie is now complete — which had many expecting “The Devil” to reappear sometime in December.

So far, though, the former AEW World Champion hasn’t surfaced on Dynamite or Collision during the first week of the month. Despite that, Wrestlevotes Live on Fightful Select reports that AEW has had MJF penciled into plans for Worlds End since Thanksgiving week. Details on what those plans involve are still under wraps.

However, last week’s Dynamite may have offered a huge hint. AEW officially announced the return of the Dynamite Diamond Ring, kicking off with a Battle Royal during next week’s Holiday Bash. The final two competitors will then square off on the Christmas Eve edition of Dynamite — titled Dynamite on 34th Street. Considering MJF has won the ring every single year since its debut in 2019, he immediately becomes the obvious favorite the moment he walks back through the curtain.

And this time, the stakes are even higher. The winner of the Diamond Ring will earn an AEW World Championship match on January 14 at Dynamite: Maximum Carnage in Phoenix. With MJF spending 2025 chasing the world title — including a failed attempt against “Hangman” Adam Page at Forbidden Door — plus still holding the All In Casino Gauntlet contract, he’s got more avenues to a title shot than anyone on the roster.

If AEW is looking for a big return to shake up Worlds End season, MJF reclaiming the ring he’s owned since day one might be the perfect spark.

WWE Raw Preview 12/8/2025

WWE Raw tonight live from the T-Mobile Arena in Kansas City, Missouri airing on Netflix.

  • World Tag Team Championship Match: AJ Styles & Dragon Lee (c) The War Raiders
  • Gunther speaks
  • Lyra Valkyria vs. Roxanne Perez
  • Rey Mysterio vs. Finn Balor
  • Stephanie Vaquer to appear live

Paramount’s Surprise Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Could Complicate Netflix’s Plans – And AEW’s Future Home

The media war around Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) just got a lot more chaotic — and the ripple effects could eventually reach AEW.

Over the past week, Netflix had been moving toward a massive $82.7 billion deal that would carve up WBD, taking control of Warner Bros. Studios, HBO, and HBO Max while spinning off the cable networks into a separate company. That deal, while far from finalized, had the potential to shake up WBD’s structure but wasn’t expected to immediately disrupt AEW’s presence on TNT, TBS, or Max.

But now Paramount has stormed into the picture with what several outlets are calling a hostile takeover attempt. The newly formed Paramount Skydance has reportedly put a $108.4 billion offer on the table — translating to $30 per WBD share, surpassing Netflix’s bid of roughly $27.75 per share.

According to Variety and other industry reports, WBD has acknowledged receiving Paramount’s unsolicited proposal and has 10 business days to make a formal decision.

If Netflix’s bid ultimately collapses, the streamer would owe WBD a hefty $5.8 billion breakup fee.

Paramount issued a statement to Deadline, touting its offer as a more stable, less complicated option for WBD shareholders — and taking a not-so-subtle swipe at Netflix’s deal by framing it as riskier and tied to a lengthy regulatory process.

What Does This Mean for AEW?

In the short term, nothing changes. AEW’s existing media rights agreement with WBD runs through 2027, with an option year into 2028, covering TNT, TBS, and Max for Dynamite, Collision, and pay-per-view distribution.

However, the long-term landscape could get messier depending on which company wins out:

  • If Netflix somehow prevails:
    AEW’s content might end up shifting on the streaming side, especially if HBO Max gets restructured or folded into Netflix. But again, this wouldn’t immediately alter their TV homes on TNT/TBS.
  • If Paramount takes over WBD:
    Things get more interesting. Paramount already has a huge deal in place with UFC — a 7-year, $7.7 billion agreement beginning in 2026 — making Paramount+ the exclusive streaming home for UFC. Could Paramount want both UFC and AEW under its umbrella? Would they see AEW as redundant? Or would they look to bolster their sports/entertainment portfolio even more?

There’s no clear answer yet, but it’s a scenario worth watching.

AEW’s Stability vs. a Turbulent Media Market

With Hollywood and the streaming world in full consolidation mode, AEW finds itself tied to a partner that major companies are fighting over. That could either strengthen their position or leave them navigating a new corporate owner with new priorities.

For now, AEW is safe and locked in. But as the Paramount vs. Netflix drama unfolds, Tony Khan’s promotion may once again find its fate linked to boardroom battles far outside the wrestling ring.

Update On Darby Allin’s Injury Status After Being Pulled From the AEW Continental Classic

AEW’s Continental Classic has hit another early snag for the second straight year, and once again it involves a major name. Darby Allin was officially removed from the Gold League lineup on this past Saturday’s AEW Collision after his opening-round match with Kevin Knight left him hospitalized. In his place, AEW slotted in longtime rival — and former TNT and Tag Team Champion — Jack Perry, marking Perry’s first run in the tournament.

The move came just one day after Dave Meltzer reported in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that Allin had suffered a head injury during the match with Knight, with concussion concerns being the likely culprit. Meltzer expanded on the situation during Wrestling Observer Radio, offering a bit more clarity while reviewing Allin’s Collision promo.

According to Meltzer, Allin was backstage at Collision and able to travel, which is at least a positive sign. However, Allin revealed in his promo that his “leg stopped working” during or after the match — despite Meltzer reiterating his belief the root of the issue is a head injury. Allin also admitted he was legitimately scared by what happened and required a hospital visit, something no wrestler — especially one known for death-defying bumps — takes lightly.

At this point, AEW has not provided a timetable for Allin’s return, leaving fans and officials in wait-and-see mode. Remarkably, this is only the second time in his six-year AEW run that Allin has been sidelined due to an in-ring injury, an impressive track record considering the physical risks he regularly takes. Earlier this year Allin missed seven months while training for — and ultimately climbing — Mount Everest, but otherwise he’s been one of AEW’s most durable performers.

With the Continental Classic rolling on and Jack Perry stepping into the Gold League, the big question now is simply when Darby Allin will be healthy enough to return — and how AEW plans to reinsert him into the mix once he’s cleared.

WWE NXT Deadl1ne 2025 Results

Oba Femi Regains the NXT Championship

“The Ruler” has reclaimed his throne. Oba Femi muscled his way back to the top of NXT by defeating Ricky Saints in a physical, momentum-swinging main event.

Saints tried throwing a little swagger at the champion early on, but Femi quickly turned the match into his kind of fight—using raw power to toss the challenger around the ring. Saints refused to stay down, landing a massive Spear and Stunner combo that nearly stole it. Later, Saints connected on back-to-back Tornado DDTs, including a nasty one onto the steel steps that briefly shifted the tide.

But Femi absorbed the punishment and pounced when Saints countered a Roshambo with Fall From Grace. The champion-in-waiting responded with his own pair of Fall From Grace finishers—the second a sit-out version—to secure the three-count and reclaim the NXT Title.

Kendal Grey Wins the 2025 Women’s Iron Survivor Challenge

EVOLVE Women’s Champion Kendal Grey shocked the NXT Universe by walking out of Deadline as the 2025 Women’s Iron Survivor.

Grey started the match against Kelani Jordan, scoring the first fall before Jordan immediately tied things up coming out of the penalty box. Jordynne Grace entered third and bulldozed her way into the chaos, but Lola Vice arrived moments later and quickly added her name to the scoreboard with a trademark spinning backfist.

Grey fought her way back into contention with a roll-up on Grace for her second fall. Sol Ruca entered next, only for Jordan to target her already banged-up knee and temporarily take her out. Ruca later returned with a vengeance, dropping consecutive Sol Snatchers for two quick points.

The closing stretch turned into complete madness. Grey hit Shades of Grey on Grace, but Jordan broke it up and snagged a fall of her own. Grace and Vice added points as well, creating a rare five-way tie heading into the final minutes.

Grey ultimately seized the moment, launching off the ropes with a flying Shades of Grey to secure the winning fall and cement herself as the 2025 Women’s Iron Survivor.

Ethan Page Retains the NXT North American Championship Against Mr. Iguana

AAA’s Mr. Iguana brought his signature personality—and La Yesca—to Deadline, but it wasn’t enough to dethrone NXT North American Champion Ethan Page.

Iguana played possum, danced around Page, and got the San Antonio crowd loudly behind him. But once Page lost patience with the antics, the mood shifted. The champ brutalized Iguana on the outside, drilling him into the steps and mocking La Yesca before spitting on it to the crowd’s disgust.

Iguana attempted a late rally, but Page shut the door with a decisive Twisted Grin, keeping the title firmly around his waist.

Izzi Dame Defeats Tatum Paxley

Izzi Dame picked up a major win by putting away former NXT Women’s Champion Tatum Paxley—though not without some drama.

Paxley, clearly emotional, seemed ready to reconcile with her former allies, but Dame wanted none of it. Instead, she tossed Paxley into the steel steps and followed up with heavy offense, including a punishing Big Boot while Paxley was tied up in the ropes.

Paxley managed to bait Dame on the outside and hit Cemetery Drive, but Shawn Spears jumped onto the apron and tore apart Paxley’s beloved doll, throwing her off her game. Paxley smacked Spears for the disrespect, but the distraction left her open to another Big Boot and Dame Over, giving Izzi the victory.

Je’Von Evans Wins the 2025 Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge

The Young OG delivered under pressure, winning the Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge and staking his claim as NXT’s next major breakout star.

Evans kicked things off opposite his friend—and current TNA X-Division Champion—Leon Slater, scoring the first fall with a quick roll-up. Myles Borne entered next, followed by Dion Lennox, who capitalized on a counter by Borne to hit a Doomsday Device and get on the board.

Joe Hendry entered last and immediately changed the match’s pace, drilling Borne with a twisting DVD-style slam to tie things up.

The scoreboard shifted wildly from there. Slater picked up a fall thanks to Evans hitting a coast-to-coast on Hendry, while Borne and Lennox continued to trade shots. Hendry and Lennox even brawled inside the penalty box at one point.

In the closing seconds, Borne tried to steal a fall on Evans, but The Young OG reversed into a roll-up, scoring the decisive point just before time expired.

Post-match, newly crowned NXT Champion Oba Femi stepped onto the ramp—only for the lights to go out. When they came back on, Tony D’Angelo was in the ring, blindsiding Evans and sending a message loud and clear.

AEW Collision Preview 12/6/2025

AEW Collision live tonight on TNT and HBO Max from the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio.

  • AEW TBS Championship Match: Mercedes Mone (c) vs. Leia Grey
  • Continental Classic Blue League Match: Roderick Strong vs. Orange Cassidy.
  • Continental Classic Blue League Match: Jon Moxley vs. Konosuke Takeshita.
  • Continental Classic Blue League Match: Claudio Castagnoli vs. Mascara Dorada.
  • Update on Darby Allin.
  • FTR calls out the Bang Bang Gang.
  • We’ll hear from Swerve Strickland.
  • Tony Schiavone interviews Timeless Love Bombs & Babes Of Wrath