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WWE may be lining up another big crossover moment for WrestleMania 42, and it could involve Grammy Award–winning artist Jelly Roll stepping back into the ring.
The singer made headlines once again after appearing on the March 13 episode of WWE SmackDown as a guest on Miz TV. What started as a friendly segment quickly turned chaotic when The Miz offered to mentor Jelly Roll in the ring. The situation escalated after tensions rose involving Pretty Deadly’s Kit Wilson, eventually leading to Jelly Roll throwing a punch that accidentally connected with The Miz when Wilson ducked out of the way.
Now, new reports suggest that WWE may already be looking ahead to WrestleMania 42 with plans for the musician.
According to BodySlam+, WWE officials have discussed the idea of Jelly Roll competing in a tag team match at the event. The current concept would see him teaming up with Royce Keys—better known to many fans as Powerhouse Hobbs—forming an unlikely alliance built around their shared experiences and personal hardships.
While potential opponents haven’t been confirmed, recent developments on SmackDown could offer some clues. Given the confrontation that unfolded during the Miz TV segment, both The Miz and Kit Wilson appear to be logical candidates to oppose the duo if the match comes together.
The storyline may continue to build next week when Wilson is scheduled to call out Jelly Roll on SmackDown in Raleigh, North Carolina.
During their recent interaction, Jelly Roll mentioned he was actually a fan of Wilson and even performed the Pretty Deadly member’s signature dance. Wilson, however, took the gesture as mockery and fired back by accusing the singer of promoting an “unhealthy beauty standard.” The argument quickly turned physical when Wilson shoved Jelly Roll, prompting the punch that ultimately knocked out The Miz instead.
This wouldn’t be Jelly Roll’s first time stepping into a WWE ring. He previously competed at last year’s SummerSlam, teaming with Randy Orton in a tag match. Although their team didn’t walk away with the win, Jelly Roll’s performance reportedly left a strong impression on WWE leadership, including Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque.
If current discussions turn into official plans, WrestleMania 42 could feature another celebrity crossover moment—with Jelly Roll potentially returning to the ring on WWE’s biggest stage.
WWE has reportedly made a last-minute change that could impact how fans in Las Vegas experience WrestleMania 42.
According to a new report from Fightful Select, the company has lifted its local blackout restriction that previously prevented venues near Allegiant Stadium from airing WWE premium live events. The rule had barred bars, casinos, and other venues within roughly a 50-mile radius of the host stadium from showing the event live, a policy WWE used as recently as last month’s Elimination Chamber in Chicago.
The change first came to light when Circa Las Vegas announced that its Stadium Swim venue would be hosting a WrestleMania watch party. With the blackout lifted, venues that secure the proper commercial licensing through Joe Hand Promotions can now legally broadcast the show for fans throughout the Las Vegas area.
Interestingly, several venue operators reportedly told Fightful that they were surprised by the reversal. Many had assumed WWE would stick to the blackout rule after earlier reports indicated the restriction would remain in place for the massive two-night event.
The original purpose of the blackout was straightforward: encourage fans to purchase tickets to WrestleMania at Allegiant Stadium rather than watch elsewhere locally. That approach mirrors strategies sometimes used in traditional sports when organizations attempt to maximize attendance for major events.
However, the decision initially drew frustration from local businesses and tourism officials. Casinos, hotels, and entertainment venues in Las Vegas reportedly pushed back against the policy, arguing that the city’s involvement in hosting WrestleMania was meant to create a broader economic boost throughout the area.
One source told Fightful that when the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Board approved the site fee to bring WrestleMania to the city, the expectation was that the event would benefit the entire local economy — not just the stadium and WWE-run activities.
The policy shift also comes amid ongoing reports that ticket sales for WrestleMania 42 haven’t been as strong as WWE may have hoped. A combination of rising travel costs, economic pressures, and what some fans feel has been a slower-than-usual build to the show has made some potential attendees hesitant about making the trip.
With the blackout now lifted, Las Vegas visitors and locals will have more options to enjoy the “Showcase of the Immortals” even if they don’t have a seat inside Allegiant Stadium. And with watch parties expected across the city, WrestleMania weekend could still bring the kind of widespread buzz and tourism impact Las Vegas was hoping for.
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The Bella Twins haven’t disappeared from WWE television because they’re done wrestling — they’re simply waiting for the call.
During a recent appearance on Lala Kent’s podcast, Brie Bella addressed the duo’s current status with WWE and why fans haven’t seen them regularly since their Royal Rumble appearance earlier this year.
According to Brie, she originally expected that she and Nikki Bella would transition back into weekly programming after competing in the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble. However, WWE reportedly told the sisters that they would be brought back when there was a storyline ready for them.
Brie admitted that the situation caught her off guard, noting that five weeks have already passed since then without a follow-up from WWE creative.
Despite the wait, Brie made it clear that both she and Nikki are eager to return to the ring. With WrestleMania 42 approaching, the sisters have their eyes on a potential opportunity — particularly with the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championships scheduled to be defended at the event.
Brie said they’re motivated to show that they can still compete with the current generation of WWE talent if given the right storyline and platform.
The Bella Twins’ most recent joint appearance on WWE television came during the February 2 episode of Monday Night RAW. Since then, speculation about their return has continued to circulate among fans.
Fueling those rumors even more, Nikki Bella was recently spotted in Phoenix ahead of SmackDown, sparking discussion about a possible appearance. The sisters have also confirmed that they will be involved during WrestleMania 42 weekend in Las Vegas, though exactly what that involvement looks like remains to be seen.
For now, it appears the Bellas are simply waiting for WWE creative to find the right moment to bring them back into the spotlight.
WWE is making a notable change to how fans can watch one of NXT’s biggest annual events. According to WWE Hall of Famer and NXT Executive Producer Shawn Michaels, the 2026 edition of NXT Stand & Deliver will stream live globally on YouTube.
Michaels shared the announcement on his X account, revealing that the entire event will be available through WWE’s official YouTube channel.
“Guess I better figure out how to get onto @YouTube… because #StandAndDeliver streams LIVE across the globe on @WWE’s YouTube Saturday, April 4 at 7e/4p! #WWENXT,” Michaels wrote.
This year’s Stand & Deliver will take place at The Factory in St. Louis, Missouri on Saturday, April 4. The event marks a significant shift from tradition, as it will be the first time the NXT showcase is not held during WrestleMania Week. In previous years, Stand & Deliver typically served as part of WWE’s packed WrestleMania weekend lineup.
Reports have indicated that the change in scheduling was made primarily for timing reasons. Despite the adjustment, the event is still expected to feature major NXT storylines and championship matches, continuing its reputation as one of the brand’s marquee shows.
With the move to YouTube, the show could potentially reach an even wider global audience, giving fans around the world easy access to one of NXT’s biggest nights of the year.
WWE appears to have added another promising name to its growing pipeline of talent, as rising independent wrestler Nikki Blackheart is reportedly set to join the company.
According to a new report from Bodyslam+, sources within WWE indicate that Blackheart has agreed to a contract with the promotion. She is expected to report to the WWE Performance Center in Orlando in the near future, though an exact timeline for her arrival has not yet been confirmed.
Blackheart recently took part in a WWE tryout last month, and the company was said to be very impressed with her performance during the evaluation process. Those positive impressions reportedly led to WWE moving quickly to lock her in with a contract offer.
Recent developments on the independent scene also appeared to hint that a signing was imminent. Over the weekend, Blackheart dropped the MPX Women’s Championship to Priscilla Kelly, ending a brief but notable title reign. Around the same time, Winnipeg Pro Wrestling announced that she would no longer be appearing at their Voyageur Cup shows scheduled for March 13 and 14.
Despite having less than two years of in-ring experience, Blackheart has already made a name for herself across several promotions. She debuted in June 2024 at CCW Breakout 37 and has spent much of her early career competing for Coastal Championship Wrestling in Florida. Along the way, she has also picked up experience working for promotions such as AAA, Athena’s Metroplex Wrestling, and 4th Rope Wrestling.
Her most recent championship success came earlier this year when she captured the MPX Women’s Championship from Abadon at the 2026 MPX Texas Rumble on February 7. However, her reign lasted just 29 days before she dropped the title this past weekend, a move that now seems to have been part of her transition away from the independent circuit.
While WWE has not yet officially announced the signing, the expectation is that Blackheart will soon begin training and development at the Performance Center as the next chapter of her career gets underway. For a wrestler who only debuted in 2024, the reported deal marks a remarkably quick rise onto WWE’s radar.
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AJ Styles may have stepped away from the ring, but “The Phenomenal One” isn’t done contributing to WWE just yet. After officially retiring from in-ring competition at this year’s Royal Rumble, Styles is now transitioning into a behind-the-scenes role with the company as he prepares for his upcoming induction into the WWE Hall of Fame. 🤼♂️🏆
During a recent appearance on The Phenomenally Retro Podcast, Styles shed light on what his new responsibilities with WWE look like now that his legendary wrestling career has come to an end.
According to Styles, part of his job involves scouting and evaluating talent across different levels of the wrestling world. That includes independent wrestlers, as well as performers already working within WWE’s system.
Styles explained that he spends a good amount of time online reviewing matches and keeping an eye on potential prospects who could eventually find their way into WWE. If he sees promise in someone, he hopes to help guide them toward opportunities within the company.
In some cases, that could mean helping wrestlers secure a WWE ID or getting them noticed by the right people within the organization. While the process can be slow at times, Styles noted that making the right connections and phone calls is part of the job.
His work won’t be limited to scouting outside talent either. Styles revealed that he may also be working with wrestlers already signed to WWE, including those in NXT and even performers on the main roster. In fact, he mentioned plans to attend an upcoming episode of Monday Night Raw in Seattle, where he hopes to meet with talent and offer guidance.
Beyond evaluating prospects, Styles sees himself as someone wrestlers can talk to if they need advice or direction. Whether it’s discussing their mindset or suggesting time at the WWE Performance Center to sharpen certain skills, Styles wants to help talent stay motivated and continue improving.
Interestingly, the former WWE Champion admitted that he initially expected retirement to give him a lot more free time. Instead, his schedule has remained busy thanks to his new responsibilities with WWE, along with spending more time with his family.
While fans won’t see Styles competing in the ring anymore, it’s clear he’ll still play an important role in shaping WWE’s future by helping the next generation of talent grow and succeed.
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