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Naomichi Marufuji reflects on match with Will Ospreay: “I think he is the perfection of modern wrestling”

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Will Ospreay was the only one for the match, says Naomichi Marufuji.

Shelton Benjamin, Dolph Ziggler released by WWE

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

The latest talents from WWE to be released are Shelton Benjamin and Dolph Ziggler. Benjamin thanked the company’s staff, talents and fans.

Aliyah, Rick Boogs, Elias, Top Dolla & Riddick Moss no longer with WWE

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Aliyah confirmed her departure and Rick Boogs has been released from WWE, per report.

Walker Stewart to join NJPW English commentary team

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Joining New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s broadcast team is Walker Stewart. He’ll be calling the action with Chris Charlton.

Emma released from WWE

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

After being brought back to the company in 2022, Emma has been released from WWE again.

Mustafa Ali: “I am no longer working with WWE, I look forward to the future”

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Mustafa Ali takes to social media to reveal that he’s no longer with WWE.

NXT’s Tiffany Stratton on Jade Cargill: “Bring her on in”

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Tiffany Stratton was asked about the idea of Jade Cargill coming to WWE and said Cargill would be welcomed with open arms.

WWE Friday Night SmackDown to air on USA Network beginning October 2024

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

A new five-year agreement between WWE and NBCUniversal will see Friday Night SmackDown airing on USA Network.

IYO SKY reveals her WWE contract was set to expire a month after SummerSlam 2022

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

WWE Women’s Champion IYO SKY chats her return at SummerSlam 2022, becoming champion and her history with Asuka.

René Duprée opens up about the passing of his father Emile Duprée

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

At the age of 86 years old, Emile Duprée passed away. His son, longtime wrestler René Duprée, spoke about his father’s life.

Miyu Yamashita expresses interest in singles matches with Natalya & Hikaru Shida

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Miyu Yamashita expressed that she’d like to mix it up in the ring with both Natalya and Hikaru Shida.

WWE Elimination Chamber 2024 taking place on February 24th from Optus Stadium in Australia

September 21, 2023 Andrew Thompson

WWE’s 2024 Elimination Chamber Premium Live Event is taking place at Optus Stadium in Perth, Australia.

Joe Alonzo challenging Colby Corino for World Junior Heavyweight Title at NWA Samhain

September 20, 2023 Andrew Thompson

The latest addition to the Samhain match card is an NWA World Junior Heavyweight Title match.

Utami Hayashishita pulled from STARDOM’s 9/23 & 9/24 shows due to injury

September 20, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Due to Utami Hayashishita suffering an injury, she is being pulled from STARDOM’s September 23rd and 24th events.

Jacob Fatu recalls MJF encouraging him in MLW when it came to promos

September 20, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Jacob Fatu speaks about an interaction he had with MJF during which the current World Champion encouraged him.

PCW ULTRA running the Rose Bowl on October 7th

September 20, 2023 Andrew Thompson

The independent promotion PCW ULTRA is going to be running the Rose Bowl in October before an NCAA football game.

EC3 was not contacted for IMPACT Wrestling 1000

September 20, 2023 Andrew Thompson

EC3 speaks about not being contacted for IMPACT Wrestling 1000. He feels Billy Corgan would do anything to help the NWA’s brand identity.

Francesco Akira interested in wrestling in AEW, ROH & IMPACT, adds that he’s happy in NJPW

September 20, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Former IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Champion Francesco Akira lists goals he wants to check off and companies he’d like to wrestle for.

NJPW & STARDOM holding joint strategy presentation on October 10th

September 20, 2023 Andrew Thompson

The 2023 NJPW x STARDOM joint strategy presentation is taking place on Tuesday, October 10th.

Jake Hager announces retirement from MMA

September 20, 2023 Andrew Thompson

Jake Hager states that he is officially retired from MMA. In 2022, he stated that he had a fight lined up for October of that year.