Kevin Owens Undergoes Neck Surgery — WWE Star Faces Long Road to Recovery

One of WWE’s most beloved superstars is officially on the shelf for the foreseeable future. Kevin Owens, the former Universal Champion and fan-favorite brawler, has undergone neck surgery after months of uncertainty about his in-ring future.

Back on April 4 during SmackDown, Owens shocked fans when he grabbed a microphone and revealed he’d been wrestling through significant neck issues. Despite his best efforts to push through the pain for a planned WrestleMania 41 showdown with Randy Orton, Owens confirmed that he would need surgery — stepping away from competition indefinitely.

At the time, reports swirled suggesting Owens had already gone under the knife. However, those claims were premature. According to a new report from Fightful Select’s Sean Ross Sapp, Owens finally underwent surgery on July 18. WWE insiders have indicated that recovery from this type of neck procedure generally takes about a year — casting serious doubt on Owens’ chances of making it back in time for WrestleMania 42 in April 2026.

That said, every recovery journey is unique. WWE reportedly plans to monitor Owens’ progress closely, with no firm timetable set for his return. The company seems committed to giving Owens the time he needs to heal fully, both for his health and future in the ring.

In a candid interview on Cody Rhodes’ What Do You Wanna Talk About? podcast before his surgery, Owens opened up about the frustrating nature of his injury. Despite feeling little to no pain at times, the damage to his spinal cord was severe enough that a medical clearance was impossible. Owens explained that doctors advised waiting for natural healing before surgery to improve his long-term recovery prospects.

With surgery now complete, fans around the world will be watching and waiting for updates on Owens’ condition. His grit and resilience have defined his WWE career, and while his road back may be long, no one is counting out the Prizefighter.

AEW Collision Preview 7/19/2025

AEW Collision tonight on TNT and Max from Chicago.

  • We’ll hear from the new TNT Champion Dustin Rhodes
  • Ricochet vs. AR Fox
  • ROH Champion Bandido, Mascara Dorada & Jet Speed  (Mike Bailey & Kevin Knight) vs. Don Callis Family (Lance Archer, Rocky Romero, Josh Alexander & Hechicero
  • Rush vs. Katsuyori Shibata
  • Megan Bayne vs. Tay Melo (everyone is banned from ringside)
  • Taya Valkyrie vs. Alex Windsor
  • 4-Way $200K Tag: Gates of Agony vs. The Gunns vs. CRU vs. Big Bill & Bryan Keith
  • Max Caster open challenge – who can survive the best wrestler alive

Enzo Amore Hints at TNA Slammiversary Appearance And He Might Be Coming With A Anoa’i Family Member

Enzo Amore may have been one of WWE’s most polarizing figures, but that hasn’t stopped him from staying in the spotlight. Now going by “NZo” or “Real1” on the independent scene, the former WWE Cruiserweight Champion has been making waves — and it looks like those waves might be crashing straight into TNA Wrestling.

In a recent promo aired through Fourth Rope, the indie promotion where Amore currently reigns as Flyweight Champion, the outspoken star took direct aim at TNA ahead of this weekend’s Slammiversary event. In classic Enzo fashion, the promo blurred the lines between storyline and shoot, as he called out TNA for what he called “blatant disrespect.”

“I had to run through half of TNA to become this fly,” Amore said, hinting at past encounters with TNA talent. He even took a shot at Joe Hendry, claiming he’d “eat up Joe Hendry and spit him out,” before brushing off any suggestion that he’s “all in” with TNA. According to him, the chip on his shoulder outweighs anyone on their roster.

But perhaps the biggest talking point? Amore strongly hinted that he won’t be coming to Slammiversary alone.

“I think I’ll bring a Bishop. I know some good guys… some Good Brothers… I know plenty of people, okay?” Amore teased, suggesting that fans might see a few surprises at the pay-per-view. One name that stood out was Zilla Fatu, the Fourth Rope Heavyweight Champion and a member of the legendary Anoa’i family — the same bloodline behind Roman Reigns, The Usos, and Solo Sikoa.

With references to both known stars and possible alliances, Amore left things wide open, even joking that security would be more likely to back him up if he jumped the guardrail.

Slammiversary just got a whole lot more unpredictable — and if Enzo Amore has his way, it may also get a little more chaotic.

Buff Bagwell Reveals Leg Amputation, Shares Hopes for In-Ring Return

In a candid and emotional update, wrestling veteran Buff Bagwell has gone public with life-changing news — the former WCW and WWE star revealed he recently underwent a right leg amputation.

Bagwell shared his story on Maven’s YouTube channel, opening up about the difficult decision that stemmed from lingering complications after his 2020 car accident in Marietta, Georgia. That accident, which occurred when Bagwell crashed into a freestanding bathroom at a bus station while driving under the influence, left him with significant leg damage. Despite undergoing multiple surgeries over the past four years, doctors ultimately determined he wasn’t a candidate for knee replacement due to the complete loss of his kneecap.

Faced with the possibility of living with a permanently straightened leg and limited mobility, Bagwell opted for amputation. But instead of letting it define him, the former WCW World Tag Team Champion is using the experience as a source of motivation.

“I want to get back in the ring, run the ropes, have a match. It’ll show that I came out of the darkness and turned it all the way around to be back in the ring as Buff Bagwell. You don’t have to give up with something like this. I’m taking it by the horns and showing that you can have just as good of a life without a leg.”

Bagwell also shared that he’s remained sober and is looking forward to embracing life post-surgery, determined to prove that a setback like this doesn’t have to be the end of the road — in wrestling or in life.

For a man who’s seen the highs and lows of the wrestling world, Buff Bagwell’s latest chapter might just be his most inspiring yet.

TNA President Carlos Silva Hints at Major TV Deal on the Horizon

Big changes could be coming for TNA Wrestling — and not just inside the ring.

During a recent appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show, TNA President Carlos Silva revealed that the company is actively working on securing a new television deal, one that could shift the promotion onto a bigger platform and potentially change the way fans experience TNA every week.

“We want to find a bigger platform,” Silva told Helwani, emphasizing that negotiations have picked up serious momentum over the past two months. “I think we could be in a 60 to 90 day window to get something done.”

Since aligning with WWE earlier this year in a surprising multi-year partnership, TNA has seen its profile rise significantly. With that increased visibility comes the need for a broadcasting home that can match the company’s growing ambitions. While TNA has called AXS TV home since 2019 — dating back to its IMPACT Wrestling branding days — Silva hinted that a move could happen by year’s end if everything falls into place.

One of the biggest potential changes? The possibility of airing iMPACT! and other flagship TNA programming live every week, scrapping the traditional pre-taped format for a full calendar year of live shows. It would be a massive shift for a company that’s long relied on tapings, and a clear statement of intent about its future.

All of this comes just days before Slammiversary, TNA’s signature summer event, which goes down this Sunday at UBS Arena in Long Island. The buzz around the show is already at a fever pitch, especially with the shocking return of AJ Styles after an 11-year absence. The event also features crossover matches with WWE NXT stars, including a high-stakes Winner Takes All showdown between TNA Knockouts Champion Masha Slamovich and NXT Women’s Champion Jacy Jayne — with both titles on the line. Plus, Trick Williams defends his TNA World Championship in a three-way clash against Joe Hendry and Mike Santana.

Between blockbuster matches and behind-the-scenes moves that could reshape the company’s future, TNA is making it clear: they’re not just playing the game — they’re looking to change it.

Stay locked in with WrestlingNewsBlog.com for updates on TNA’s potential TV shake-up and all the fallout from this weekend’s Slammiversary.

WWE SmackDown Preview 7/18/2025

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown from the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, live on the USA Network in the United States and Netflix internationally.

  • Contract signing for SummerSlam between Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena and Cody Rhodes
  • Stephanie Vaquer vs. Alba Fyre
  • WWE Tag Team Championship No. 1 Contenders Match: Andrade and Rey Fenix vs. Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom) vs. DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) vs. Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin)
  • Charlotte Flair vs. Raquel Rodriguez
  • Jacob Fatu to appear

AJ Styles Confirmed For TNA Slammiversary This Sunday

The rumors swirling around TNA Wrestling’s Slammiversary have been officially put to rest — and they were, in a word, Phenomenal.

After days of cryptic teases and not-so-subtle hints, TNA Wrestling President Carlos Silva confirmed that “The Phenomenal” AJ Styles will make an appearance at Slammiversary this Sunday, July 20th, live from UBS Arena in Elmont, New York.

Styles, a cornerstone of TNA’s golden era and one of the promotion’s most celebrated icons, hasn’t been part of the company since departing over a decade ago. Now, his surprise return is shaping up to be the centerpiece of what’s already being billed as TNA’s biggest event in recent memory. Silva, who had been fueling speculation with social media teasers, made the news official — and even revealed that the arena stage setup is being adjusted to allow for a larger crowd, further signaling the magnitude of this year’s Slammiversary.

What exactly AJ will be doing on the show remains a mystery. Silva hasn’t dropped any details about Styles’ role, whether it’s a match, a special appearance, or something completely unexpected. But with Slammiversary stacking up as a major crossover event, the possibilities seem endless.

The card itself is loaded with high-stakes matchups, headlined by a triple threat for the TNA World Championship. NXT’s Trick Williams defends against former TNA World Champion Joe Hendry and New York’s own Mike Santana. Meanwhile, in a rare inter-promotional clash, NXT Women’s Champion Jacy Jayne faces off with TNA Knockouts World Champion Masha Slamovich — a winner-takes-all bout where one woman will leave as a double champion.

Between the blockbuster title matches and AJ Styles’ shocking involvement, this year’s Slammiversary isn’t just shaping up to be a must-watch — it could be a turning point in TNA’s modern resurgence.

TNA Slammiversary 7/20/2025 (Card)

TNA Slammiversary – Sunday, July 20, 2025 – UBS Arena – Long Island, NY.

CARD

“The Phenomenal”  AJ Styles to appear

The Real1 Enzo says he’s coming to Slammiversary and he will not be coming alone.

  • TNA World Championship: Trick Williams (c) vs. Joe Hendry vs. Mike Santana
  • Title vs Title – TNA Knockouts Champion vs NXT Women’s Champion: Masha Slamovich vs. Jacy Jayne 
  • X‑Division Championship: Moose (c) vs. Leon Slater
  • TNA World Tag Team Championship – Four‑Way Tag Ladder Match: The Nemeths (c) vs. The Hardys vs. The Rascalz vs. Fir$t Cla$$
  • Matt Cardona & The System (Brian Myers, Eddie Edwards & JDC) vs. Dark State
  • Cedric Alexander vs Mustafa Ali
  • Indi Hartwell vs Tessa Blanchard

Countdown to Slammiversary

TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship: The Elegance Brand (c) vs. The IInspiration

Will Ospreay Written Off AEW TV to Heal Up From Lingering Injuries

AEW fans expecting to see more of Will Ospreay after All In will have to wait a little longer — and now we know why.

Ospreay was stretchered out during the All In main event in what initially seemed like a brutal storyline beat. But according to a new report from Fightful Select, the exit wasn’t just for show. The English star is reportedly dealing with minor injuries that have been piling up in recent weeks, and AEW officials decided it was time for him to take some real time off to recover. While there’s no exact timeline for his return, sources told Fightful that Ospreay is expected to miss more than a month of action.

Fans may recall that Ospreay recently suffered a broken nose during a match with Swerve Strickland — an injury he bounced back from quickly. However, it appears that other nagging issues have caught up with him.

At All In, Ospreay and Strickland joined forces to defeat The Young Bucks, former AEW World Tag Team Champions. But the night didn’t end there for Ospreay. In the show’s chaotic main event between Jon Moxley and Hangman Adam Page, Ospreay inserted himself to fend off Moxley’s Death Riders faction. His involvement led to him being attacked — first by Gabe Kidd, and then by Claudio Castagnoli, who viciously trapped Ospreay’s neck in a chair, setting up the dramatic stretcher spot.

Ospreay wasn’t the only surprise backup for Page. The match saw shocking returns from Bryan Danielson — who arrived in disguise to lay out Kidd, Castagnoli, and Wheeler Yuta — and Darby Allin, who delivered a Coffin Drop onto the trio.

For now, AEW will be without one of its top international stars as Ospreay takes time to rest and heal. Given his track record, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him back sooner rather than later — but it sounds like this time, the break is much needed.

AEW Dynamite Preview 5/16/2025

AEW begins its multi-week residency tonight from the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom in Chicago, Illinois. Tonight’s show, which is airs live on TBS and HBO Max beginning at 8:00 pm ET.

  • Fallout from All In Texas
  • Hangman Adam Page to open the show
  • “Timeless” Toni Storm victory speech
  • Hangman Page, Mark Briscoe and Powerhouse Hobbs vs. The Death Riders (Jon Moxley, Wheeler Yuta and Claudio Castagnoli)