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Report: WWE staff sees loss of several incentive programs since TKO merger

February 24, 2025 John Pollock

Several WWE incentive programs have been dialed back for employees since its merger with the UFC, according to a report.

WWE, Vince McMahon & John Laurinaitis file motions opposing Janel Grant’s amended complaint

February 21, 2025 John Pollock

A filing on behalf of Vince McMahon seeks to oppose the amended complaint by Janel Grant’s legal team.

TNA to host live edition of Impact Wrestling on May 1

February 21, 2025 John Pollock

TNA continues to fill out its calendar of live events with the promotion going to California in May.

Our Lady Peace performs “Whatever” at Calgary concert

February 21, 2025 John Pollock

Canadian band Our Lady Peace has opted to “reclaim” one of its songs despite its connection to Chris Benoit.

NXT drops to lowest audience of the year following Vengeance Day

February 20, 2025 John Pollock

NXT fell to its lowest viewership of the year following its Vengeance Day event this past weekend.

UFC announces main events for London, Miami & Montreal

February 20, 2025 John Pollock

The UFC made a slew of announcements including Ilia Topuria vacating the featherweight championship.

AEW Grand Slam Australia hits largest Saturday audience of 2025 for AEW

February 19, 2025 John Pollock

AEW’s presentation of Grand Slam Australia following the NBA All-Star Weekend coverage led to a major spike in viewership.

Solo Sikoa appearance, three matches set for SmackDown

February 14, 2025 John Pollock

Three matches are set for tonight’s edition of Friday Night SmackDown along with an appearance by Solo Sikoa.

Andy Kaufman doc “Thank You Very Much” coming to theatres in March

February 14, 2025 John Pollock

A documentary on the late Andy Kaufman will receive a limited release in theatres next month.

Taped edition of AEW Dynamite hits lowest viewership of 2025

February 14, 2025 John Pollock

The final AEW Dynamite before this weekend’s Grand Slam Australia show saw the show post its lowest viewership of 2025.

Josh Alexander bids farewell to TNA after six years

February 14, 2025 John Pollock

After his loss to Eric Young on Impact Wrestling, Josh Alexander has posted a lengthy message reflecting on his time with the company.

Michelle McCool announced for WWE Hall of Fame

February 14, 2025 John Pollock

This year, Michelle McCool is the second member of the WWE’s Hall of Fame class.

Zack Sabre Jr. announced for GCW on March 1 & 2

February 14, 2025 John Pollock

Zack Sabre Jr. will return to Game Changer Wrestling next month when the promotion goes to Los Angeles & Phoenix.

Report: ESPN-UFC exclusive negotiating window to expire on April 15

February 11, 2025 John Pollock

According to a report, the UFC’s exclusive negotiating window is set to expire in mid-April.

Former UFC & WEC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz retires

February 7, 2025 John Pollock

Former UFC bantamweight champion Dominick Cruz announced his retirement after sustaining an injury.

Royal Rumble leads to AEW Collision hitting all time lows in normal time slot

February 4, 2025 John Pollock

AEW Collision felt the impact of airing against the WWE Royal Rumble with the show’s lowest audience ever in its regular time slot.

Netflix Global Viewership Rankings for Royal Rumble & WWE Raw

February 4, 2025 John Pollock

The latest set of global viewership rankings from Netflix have been released covering last week’s edition of WWE Raw and the Royal Rumble.

Additional plaintiffs join ring boy lawsuit against WWE, Vince & Linda McMahon

February 4, 2025 John Pollock

The decision to uphold the Child Victims Act in Maryland will allow the ring boy lawsuit to proceed after a temporary pause to await Monday’s ruling.

Maryland Supreme Court upholds Child Victims Act

February 3, 2025 John Pollock

A major ruling by the Maryland Supreme Court will have a significant effect on the ring boy lawsuit filed last year.

Friday Night SmackDown tops the night among all programming

February 3, 2025 John Pollock

Friday Night SmackDown was the top prime-time program this past week on the night before the Royal Rumble.