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Enzo Amore And Big Cass Reportedly In Talks For WWE NXT Return

Enzo Amore and Big Cass could be returning to WWE NXT soon.

WWE officials have been in talks with the former tag team about a surprise return to be top stars on the black & yellow brand, according to The Wrestling Observer Newsletter.

There’s no word yet on if Enzo and Cass have accepted the offer, but they have been in talks. They recently returned to the indie scene together, as nZo and CaZXL. Obvious speculation would have them return on the September 18 NXT USA Network premiere, but the Observer speculated that Vince McMahon could save them for week three, which is head-to-head with the AEW TNT premiere on October 2.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE NXT Preview 8/28/19

WWE NXT streaming tonight at 8 ET on WWE Network

WWE .com didn’t have a preview for NXT UK posted at the time of the writing.

Rob Gronkowski Wants “One Crazy Match” In WWE

Former NFL star Rob Gronkowski appeared at a press conference in New York City on Tuesday to announce that he will be partnering with Abacus Health Products, a company that will help produce topical CBD products called CBDMEDIC.

Gronkowski, who retired from the NFL last year, did not rule out a comeback to the league, but gave a wide-ranging timeline, saying a return could be possible in three months or two years, but not in the foreseeable future. Gronk, who is good friends with Mojo Rawley, did express interest in working with WWE again.

Gronk said he doesn’t think he could be a full-time pro wrestler, but he’s interested in “one crazy match” in WWE.

“With wrestling, I don’t feel like I would be a full-time wrestler, but there is one thing I’m down for,” Gronkowski said (H/T to CBS Sports). “And that’s to do one crazy match. Practice it for a little bit, go out there, like in a Royal Rumble, go out there, I got my friend in WWE [Rawley], practice it and do a full-on WWE match. I’m not saying when. Maybe five years. I got the rest of my life to do that. I’ve always dreamed about doing that, just one time, going in there and going full out. That may be a possibility, one time, down the road.”

The former New England Patriots tight end previously got involved in the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal at WrestleMania 33, and helped Mojo get the win. There have been rumors on interest between WWE and Gronk since then.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

“The Fiend” Bray Wyatt Advertised For Big Match At Hell In A Cell

WARNING: The info in this article likely contains SPOILERS.

 

Bray Wyatt is being advertised for a big match at WWE Hell in a Cell.

The Golden 1 Center in Sacramento tweeted an announcement on Tuesday saying, “Get ready [WWE] fans … “The Fiend” [Bray Wyatt] challenges [Seth Rollins] or [Braun Strowman] to a #HIAC match! Get your tickets now, and stay tuned.”

This would seem to imply Wyatt will face the winner of Rollins vs. Strowman at Clash of Champions, though it’s possible WWE goes the other direction.

“The Fiend” made his debut at SummerSlam and quickly became the talk of the wrestling world. He was last used on WWE TV during an attack on Jerry Lawler.

Tickets to Hell in a Cell can be PURCHASED HERE.

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

WWE SmackDown Live Preview 8/27/19

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown and WWE 205 Live episodes will take place from the Raising Cane’s River Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

* Ali and Buddy Murphy renew their rivalry in King of the Ring

* Chad Gable and Shelton Benjamin clash in King of the Ring

* Daniel Bryan & Erick Rowan demand an apology from Roman Reigns

* How will Charlotte Flair respond to Bayley’s defiance?

* Will Randy Orton have an answer for Kofi Kingston’s surprise attack?

WWE Superstar Peyton Royce Gets Married To AEW Star Shawn Spears

WWE Superstar Peyton Royce got married to AEW star Shawn Spears (former WWE star Tye Dillinger) this past weekend.

Peyton posted the Instagram post seen below and wrote, “Every Superwoman needs her Superman @theshawnspears”

Spears responded in the comments section and wrote, “I got ya”

The happy couple was engaged to be married back in February of this year.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

Steve Austin Announced For WWE RAW From Madison Square Garden

WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin has been announced for the September 9 WWE RAW episode from Madison Square Garden in New York City.

This will be the final RAW episode before the WWE Clash of Champions pay-per-view on September 15.

The announcement was made today by MSG. You can see their promo below.

Austin took to Twitter and commented on his first MSG appearance in almost 20 years.

“I cannot believe it has been so long. Time flies by. The Garden is home to many of my favorite moments in my career. @BretHart in #survivorseries @undertaker in #summerslam #highwaytohell and stunning @VinceMcMahon for the very first time. Along with many others. Hell Yeah!,” Austin wrote.

https://twitter.com/TheGarden/status/1166039958982995968

https://twitter.com/steveaustinBSR/status/1166042014661562369

WWE RAW Preview 8/26/19

Tonight’s WWE RAW will take place from the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

* Ricochet faces Drew McIntyre in King of the Ring clash

* The Miz squares off against Baron Corbin in first-round King of the Ring bout

* Bayley takes on Nikki Cross following “A Moment of Bliss” interruption

* Can Sasha Banks’ rampage be stopped?

* Seth Rollins & Braun Strowman bring the Raw Tag Team Titles to New Orleans

Vince McMahon Staying Hands-Off With WWE NXT On The USA Network?, NXT Contracts To Be Changed

It’s believed that WWE NXT Superstars will receive new contracts soon due to the move to the USA Network, according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter.

There’s no word yet on details of the contracts but word is that they will see NXT talents receive pay that is closer to what main roster Superstars are making, at least the top tier talents from what they are making now. This has not been confirmed, but word going around is that all developmental deals will be changed over to main roster deals soon.

WWE will likely raise their offers to potential incoming talents from here on out.

Guggenheim Securities analyst Curry Baker estimates that the NXT – USA Network TV deal will bring $30 million per year for WWE for “one or two years,” based off conversations he’s had with the company.

Regarding potential changes to the NXT process now that the show is moving to the USA Network, word is that the brand will continue on its same path with Triple H in charge, and no Kevin Dunn or Vince McMahon.

It was noted that the WWE Chairman will likely stay hands-off for the most part, at least as long as the NXT ratings are good. Vince doesn’t have much free time as it is these days, and he will be even busier when his XFL football league launches in February 2020. Vince would likely get more involved if AEW ends up winning the Wednesday Night War ratings. A lot to do with NXT’s future is up in the air and open to change at this point, including a possible move out of Full Sail Live, the increased use of major main roster Superstars, and other ideas, suggestions or changes.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE Launching Their Own Podcast Network

WWE is planning to launch their own podcast network, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The new network is expected to produce multiple podcast series with WWE Superstars. Full details on the podcast line-up will be announced at a later date.

WWE is partnering with Endeavor Audio for the new project. WWE currently works with Endeavor Streaming to power the WWE Network. Endeavor Audio already works with The Bella Twins on their Bellas Podcast.

“Storytelling is at WWE’s core and we are eager to add the audio genre to our portfolio,” said WWE Advanced Media Executive Vice President Jayar Donlan. “Partnering with Endeavor Audio, an expert in podcasting, will enable us to provide our fans with unique content and reach new audiences across the platform.”

Endeavor Audio Senior Vice President Moses Soyoola added, “We’re always looking to pair dynamic content with the best formats for listeners. Through our new partnership with WWE, we’re looking forward to tapping into their iconic event portfolio and talent base to create compelling audio content for their fans.”

Source: Wrestling Inc.