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A possible WWE comeback may be in the works for former United States Champion Baron Corbin, who has been competing outside the company under the name Bishop Dyer since his 2024 release.
According to recent reports, Corbin’s name has quietly resurfaced in WWE discussions. Dave Meltzer first mentioned over the weekend that there were rumors of Corbin potentially re-signing with the company. Fightful Select has since added that internal speculation about a return has reportedly been circulating backstage for several weeks.
While nothing is finalized, one WWE source reportedly described the idea as “out of left field,” noting that a deal is far from confirmed. Even so, the report states that Corbin’s name has definitely been brought up internally.
Since leaving WWE, Corbin has stayed active across several promotions. Over the last two years, he has spent time in Major League Wrestling while also making appearances for companies including CMLL, Maple Leaf Pro, and World Series Wrestling. Earlier this year, he even worked a dark match at an AEW Dynamite taping thanks to not being under an exclusive MLW contract.
Corbin also teamed with former WWE talent Donovan Dijak during his MLW run, though the report noted there has been no similar internal discussion regarding Dijak potentially returning to WWE.
Despite his departure from the company in 2024, Fightful reported that Corbin has remained on good terms with WWE officials and talent. Several sources reportedly indicated they would not be shocked to see him back in the fold eventually.
Corbin originally signed with WWE in 2012 and went on to become one of the company’s most recognizable mid-card names over the next decade. During his tenure, he captured the United States Championship, won the King of the Ring tournament, and held the Money in the Bank briefcase.
At this point, there is no word on when or where a possible return could happen, but the rumors surrounding Corbin’s WWE future are beginning to gain momentum.
WWE star IYO SKY has officially announced that she is married to fellow WWE talent Naraku, the performer previously known to wrestling fans as EVIL during his run in New Japan Pro-Wrestling.
SKY shared the news on social media by posting a wedding photo alongside a heartfelt statement from the couple. The announcement quickly drew attention across the wrestling world, especially given both stars’ long histories in the Japanese wrestling scene before arriving in WWE.
In their statement, the pair reflected on how their wrestling journeys began in Japan before eventually bringing them together on the same stage in WWE.
They spoke about supporting one another not only as WWE Superstars, but also as husband and wife, promising to continue growing together while chasing even greater success in the industry. The message also thanked fans and industry peers who have supported them throughout their careers.
IYO SKY has become one of WWE’s top international stars since signing with the company in 2018. After making waves in the Mae Young Classic and NXT, she eventually rose to championship success on the main roster and established herself as one of the standout performers in WWE’s women’s division.
Naraku is still in the early stages of his WWE run, having only recently debuted in NXT by confronting NXT Champion Tony D’Angelo. Before joining WWE, he built a major reputation in NJPW under the ring name EVIL, where he captured the IWGP Heavyweight Championship and became one of the promotion’s most recognizable stars.
Both competitors also share deep roots in Japan’s wrestling landscape. While Naraku found success in NJPW, SKY became one of STARDOM’s defining names, earning multiple championship reigns and recognition as one of the promotion’s top stars.
The announcement marks one of the biggest real-life wrestling relationship reveals in recent memory, with fans across WWE and Japanese wrestling communities already sending congratulations to the newly married couple.
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WWE Superstar Piper Niven has opened up about a serious health issue, revealing that she recently underwent neck surgery after dealing with an injury over the past several months.
Taking to social media, Niven shared that she had an anterior discectomy procedure, which is commonly performed to relieve issues such as pinched nerves, herniated discs, and spinal cord compression in the neck.
In her message, Niven reflected on the difficult experience and thanked those who supported her throughout the process.
“I have so much I want to say about the past 8 months but we can get to that later.
“For now, I just want to express my endless love and gratitude for every single soul that has helped me and cared for me during this difficult and really scary time.
“Pain and heartbreak are incredible teachers and the lessons I have learned from this will stay with me forever. I am so grateful to wake up from surgery already feeling better and I know I am coming out the other side of this so much stronger for the experience.
“Lots of love”
Niven has been absent from WWE television for some time, with her last match taking place on the August 22 edition of WWE SmackDown. On that show, she picked up a notable victory over Charlotte Flair before stepping away from in-ring competition.
Reports have indicated that Niven had been working through a neck-related issue during her hiatus, and her latest update now confirms the severity of the injury.
There is currently no official timetable for her return to WWE programming, but the early signs following surgery appear positive. Fans and fellow wrestlers have already flooded social media with supportive messages as Niven begins her recovery process.
WWE star Jordynne Grace has spoken out after private photos of her were leaked online without her consent.
The situation gained attention on social media after a fan commented that leaks are common for people with premium subscription accounts. Grace quickly clarified the situation, explaining that the material being circulated did not originate from her OnlyFans content.
Responding on Twitter/X, Grace stated:
“None of that stuff is from my OF! Only ever bikini/lingerie there. Other stuff is AI and some from an old Snapchat account that was hacked and meant for my husband, unfortunately.”
According to Grace, some of the images being shared are reportedly AI-generated, while others came from a previously compromised Snapchat account containing personal content intended to remain private.
Unfortunately, Grace is far from the first wrestling personality to deal with this kind of violation of privacy. Former WWE Divas Champion Paige famously endured a similar incident earlier in her career, later revealing how devastating the experience was for her personally and mentally.
Grace has continued building momentum in WWE after first appearing for the company during the 2024 Women’s Royal Rumble while still under contract with TNA Wrestling, where she was reigning Knockouts Champion at the time. Following the end of her TNA run, she officially joined WWE and returned in the 2025 Women’s Royal Rumble match as a full-time WWE Superstar.
Although she has already made an impact in WWE’s women’s division, Grace has not yet captured a championship since signing with the company.
WWE introduced a major new concept at Backlash 2026 with the announcement of the John Cena Classic, a tournament expected to feature talent from both the main roster and NXT. While the company appears to be positioning the idea as a fan-driven attraction with heavy social media involvement, not everyone in the wrestling world is sold on the format.
Two notable veterans, Jeff Jarrett and Lance Storm, recently shared concerns about how the tournament could affect storytelling and the traditional structure of professional wrestling.
Speaking on his My World podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Jeff Jarrett acknowledged the business upside behind the concept. According to Jarrett, WWE clearly sees the tournament as an opportunity to boost fan interaction across multiple platforms.
He pointed to the likelihood of fan polls appearing across social media channels such as TikTok and X, along with branded content and sponsorship opportunities tied to John Cena’s mainstream appeal.
However, Jarrett believes the format could create problems when it comes to audience investment in the actual matches and championship pursuit. He argued that wrestling still depends heavily on fans becoming emotionally immersed in the competition, even while understanding the scripted nature of the product.
Jarrett suggested that if victories and championship opportunities can be influenced outside the ring through fan voting, it risks weakening the importance of what happens during the matches themselves. In his view, moments like near falls, dramatic sequences, and major moves only matter when fans believe the in-ring struggle truly determines the outcome.
Former WWE and ECW star Lance Storm also voiced skepticism while speaking on Wrestling Observer Live. Storm’s concerns focused less on fan engagement and more on how wrestlers themselves might approach matches under this system.
Storm questioned why established main roster talent would be motivated to elevate younger or less experienced NXT stars if fan voting could directly impact career opportunities. He explained that a veteran earning significantly more money than a developing wrestler might naturally hesitate to help create a breakout performance that could eventually threaten their own spot.
According to Storm, the traditional wrestling structure works because performers know the direction management wants to go ahead of time. Wrestlers can then cooperate to tell the best possible story and help execute the planned outcome.
With a fan vote potentially determining who advances or receives a push after the fact, Storm believes the entire dynamic changes. Instead of focusing solely on building the best match possible, performers could become more protective of themselves and less willing to help opponents shine.
He argued that the concept clashes with the foundational principles of modern professional wrestling, where predetermined outcomes allow talent to fully commit to creating compelling stories in the ring.
Despite the criticism, WWE appears ready to lean heavily into fan participation with the John Cena Classic. The company has increasingly embraced interactive elements, social media integration, and crossover branding opportunities under the TKO banner.
The tournament could end up becoming one of WWE’s most experimental projects in years, especially if fan voting plays a major role in determining outcomes or championship opportunities.
Whether the format becomes a hit with audiences or validates the concerns raised by veterans like Jarrett and Storm remains to be seen once the tournament officially gets underway.
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Questions continue to surround Asuka’s WWE status after an emotional segment aired on this week’s episode of Monday Night Raw.
The former Women’s Champion was already the subject of heavy speculation coming out of WWE Backlash, where she shared a heartfelt moment with IYO SKY after losing to “The Genius of the Sky.” The two embraced following the match, and social media activity from several WWE talents only added to rumors that Asuka may be stepping away from the company.
Reports that surfaced afterward painted an unclear picture regarding her future. One claimed the veteran star was “semi-retired,” while another noted that even people within WWE creative and the locker room reportedly aren’t certain about her current status.
Raw added more intrigue with a pre-taped backstage segment featuring SKY and Asuka. In the emotional exchange, Asuka told SKY she had been searching for someone worthy of carrying things forward and said she was happy it ended up being her longtime ally and rival.
She also told SKY how proud she was of her accomplishments. SKY responded by saying they would always be family no matter how many times they battle each other in the ring. She then said goodbye to “Asuka-san,” prompting Asuka to reply with “see you later” before the two hugged.
The segment ended with Asuka walking away with luggage in hand while SKY watched her leave.
During SKY’s later match against Sol Ruca, Michael Cole acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the situation on commentary, stating that Asuka’s “future is up in the air” and noting that she appeared to have said goodbye.
Asuka has been one of WWE’s most decorated women’s stars since signing with the company in 2016. Over the years, she captured multiple championships across NXT and the main roster while building a reputation as one of the most influential international stars in WWE history.
Despite reports that she signed a new WWE contract in 2024, there is still no official word on whether this is a temporary hiatus, a reduced schedule, or something more permanent. Speculation has also continued regarding whether the recent departure of longtime tag team partner Kairi Sane could be connected to the situation.
For now, WWE has not released an official statement regarding Asuka’s future.
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