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Drew McIntyre Tweets Explicit Reaction After WrestleMania 40 Title Loss
793 days ago
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Drew McIntyre Tweets Explicit Reaction After WrestleMania 40 Title Loss

Drew McIntyre's emotional rollercoaster ride at WrestleMania 40 culminated in a single, frustrated word: "F**k."## McIntyre's tweet captured the shock and disappointment of many fans who witnessed his victory over Seth Rollins for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship turn sour in a matter of seconds.## Just as McIntyre began acknowledging fans, he got into a heated exchange with CM Punk at ringside. This distraction allowed Damian Priest to seize the opportunity and successfully cash in his Money in the Bank briefcase, defeating McIntyre for the title mere moments after he had won it.## The brief celebration for McIntyre was further dampened by his earlier tweet during the match itself. McIntyre quoted a tweet reading "Bored at work. LOL!" while retrieving his phone from his wife at ringside. This lighthearted message juxtaposed with the seriousness of the championship match drew criticism from some fans. ## Fuck https://t.co/CjkPmpJuf1— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) April 8, 2024 ## Bored at work. LOL!— Drew (@DMcIntyreWWE) April 7, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

IShowSpeed Makes Shocking WWE Debut At WrestleMania 40, Takes RKO For Logan Paul
793 days ago
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IShowSpeed Makes Shocking WWE Debut At WrestleMania 40, Takes RKO For Logan Paul

Logan Paul's WrestleMania 40 title defense against Kevin Owens and Randy Orton took an unexpected turn when YouTuber IShowSpeed emerged from the giant Prime mascot costume at ringside.## Speed, a popular streamer, filled in for KSI, who was originally featured in the storyline but took an RKO from Orton before the event. Speed's surprise appearance momentarily distracted Orton, allowing Paul to escape a potential finishing move.## However, the celebration was short-lived for Speed. In a turn of events, he ended up on the receiving end of Orton's signature RKO maneuver, delivered on the commentary desk.## Despite Speed's unfortunate debut, Logan Paul managed to retain his United States Championship with a pinfall victory over Kevin Owens after a Frog Splash. ## PRIME-MANIA!@LoganPaul & @ishowspeedsui keep the #USTitle in the Maverick's grasp at #WrestleMania XL! pic.twitter.com/HpWl7zkL4R— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Announces New Premium Live Event 'King & Queen of the Ring' In Saudi Arabia
793 days ago
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WWE Announces New Premium Live Event 'King & Queen of the Ring' In Saudi Arabia

During WrestleMania 40 night two, WWE unveiled a new premium live event alongside an upcoming international trip.## The company announced a SmackDown show in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Friday, May 24, followed by the "King & Queen of the Ring" premium live event on Saturday, May 25th, 2024.## While specific details regarding the events are yet to be revealed, promotional graphics featured prominent WWE Superstars like Jade Cargill, AJ Styles, and Randy Orton.## This marks the revival of the "King & Queen of the Ring" event, originally planned for Saudi Arabia last year. However, due to the creation of the new World Heavyweight Championship, that event transformed into Night of Champions.## Interestingly, this timeframe coincides with AEW's Double or Nothing pay-per-view scheduled for May 26th, 2024. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

AJ Styles Debuts New Theme, Falls to LA Knight At WrestleMania 40
793 days ago
WWE News

AJ Styles Debuts New Theme, Falls to LA Knight At WrestleMania 40

WrestleMania 40 night two saw AJ Styles sporting a brand new entrance theme before his match against LA Knight.## While the full entrance can be viewed below in the clip, Knight ultimately emerged victorious in his WrestleMania debut, defeating the seasoned Styles.## The action continues with IYO Sky defending her WWE Women's Championship against Bayley, followed by the highly anticipated main event. ## In a "Bloodline Rules" stipulation, Roman Reigns will put his Undisputed WWE Championship on the line against challenger Cody Rhodes. ## As clarified by Paul Heyman in a backstage interview, "Bloodline Rules" translates to a No Disqualification match with a definitive winner and any additional stipulations laid down by the Bloodline (Roman Reigns, The Usos, and Paul Heyman himself). ## NEW MUSIC for @AJStylesOrg at #WrestleMania XL! pic.twitter.com/HPoDvv0pde— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Surprise Guest Referee and Tables Galore In WrestleMania 40 Night Two Philadelphia Street Fight
793 days ago
WWE News

Surprise Guest Referee and Tables Galore In WrestleMania 40 Night Two Philadelphia Street Fight

WrestleMania 40 night two's Philadelphia Street Fight between The Pride (Bobby Lashley and The Street Profits) and The Final Testament (Karrion Kross and Authors of Pain) featured an unexpected twist with the reveal of Snoop Dogg on commentary and Bubba Ray Dudley as the special guest referee. ## The action spilled outside the ring early on, with Scarlett crashing through a table after a brawl with B-Fab. The animosity between Dudley and Kross reached a boiling point, prompting Dudley to don his signature glasses and reignite the crowd with a nostalgic "get the tables!" chant.## A broken table initially thwarted their attempt to put Kross through one, but The Street Profits persevered, securing another table for Montez Ford to deliver a devastating splash onto Kross.## Bobby Lashley clinched the pinfall victory, sparking a post-match celebration with Dudley and Snoop Dogg in the ring.## Another #WrestleMania moment for WWE Hall of Famer @SnoopDogg!@ByDreAndSnoop#AD Please drink responsibly pic.twitter.com/xgy9Bmhw64— WWE (@WWE) April 8, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Stephanie McMahon Ushers In 'The Paul Levesque Era' At WrestleMania 40 Night Two
793 days ago
WWE News

Stephanie McMahon Ushers In 'The Paul Levesque Era' At WrestleMania 40 Night Two

WrestleMania 40 night two kicked off with a familiar face, as Stephanie McMahon took center stage after the National Anthem performance by The War and Treaty.## Following Triple H's welcome on night one, McMahon addressed the live audience and viewers at home. She acknowledged her presence at the very first WrestleMania, but emphasized the unique significance of WrestleMania 40.## Declaring it the "one she's most proud of," McMahon then christened it the "first WrestleMania of the Paul Levesque Era," referencing her husband and current Chief Content Officer.## To further energize the crowd, she channeled her husband's signature enthusiasm, asking "Are you ready?" eliciting a thunderous response from the Philadelphia audience.## Following her address, WrestleMania 40 night two officially commenced with high-resolution entrances for Drew McIntyre and Seth Rollins, gearing them up for their World Heavyweight Championship match.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Jacob Fatu Reportedly Signs With WWE, Spotted Backstage At WrestleMania 40
793 days ago
WWE News

Jacob Fatu Reportedly Signs With WWE, Spotted Backstage At WrestleMania 40

Wrestling fans were buzzing tonight after reports emerged that Jacob Fatu, cousin of Roman Reigns and The Usos, has signed with WWE.## According to PWInsider Elite [via Lucha Libre Online], Fatu was spotted backstage at WrestleMania 40 night two in Philadelphia. The report claims "we are told (he) has officially signed with the company."## This news comes after Fightful Select earlier reported that Fatu "told people" he had signed with WWE, leading to the cancellation of an independent wrestling show booking. However, at the time of Fightful's report, WWE or NXT sources wouldn't confirm the signing.## Fatu's potential arrival adds another layer to the already dominant Bloodline stable. While PWInsider doesn't specify if he'll be involved in tonight's main event, his presence backstage fuels speculation of a future alliance with his relatives. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE WrestleMania 40 Results: Bayley Captures WWE Women's Championship With Victory Over Iyo Sky
793 days ago
WWE News

WWE WrestleMania 40 Results: Bayley Captures WWE Women's Championship With Victory Over Iyo Sky

A thrilling back-and-forth encounter unfolded at WrestleMania 40 as Bayley defeated her former Damage CTRL teammate Iyo Sky to capture the WWE Women's Championship. ## The match kicked off with a fiery exchange, with both competitors showcasing their aggressive styles. Iyo utilized her agility to gain the upper hand early, targeting Bayley's leg with a series of kicks and submissions. However, Bayley countered with her own power moves, including a devastating spinebuster on the outside.## The action intensified as the match progressed. Iyo showcased her resilience, kicking out of several near falls and even attempting a moonsault from the top rope. However, Bayley's determination proved too much to overcome.## A pivotal moment came when Iyo attempted to play on their past friendship, claiming they were once allies. Bayley, fueled by betrayal, responded with a fiery slap, declaring Iyo was never a true friend. This ignited a renewed sense of urgency in Bayley, who unleashed a flurry of offense.## The closing moments were a display of desperation and resilience. Iyo countered Bayley's signature Rose Plant and attempted a moonsault, but Bayley managed to kick out at the last second. In a breathtaking display of athleticism, Bayley countered another moonsault attempt with a clothesline, followed by a belly-to-back suplex. Finally, Bayley connected with a powerful elbow drop from the top rope and secured the pinfall with her Rose Plant maneuver.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WrestleMania Goes Patriotic Under Triple H's Watch: National Anthem Replaces America the Beautiful
793 days ago
WWE News

WrestleMania Goes Patriotic Under Triple H's Watch: National Anthem Replaces America the Beautiful

A subtle but symbolic shift took place at WrestleMania 40 last night, marking a potential change in direction under the leadership of Paul "Triple H" Levesque. ## For the first time in recent memory, WrestleMania kicked off with a live performance of the U.S. national anthem by singer Coco Jones, replacing the traditional rendition of America the Beautiful.## According to Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Radio, this change stems from Vince McMahon's personal preference. Meltzer claims McMahon "hated" the national anthem, favoring America the Beautiful instead. With McMahon's recent departure from the company, Triple H appears to be steering WrestleMania in a new direction, embracing a more patriotic opening for the event.## This isn't the only indication of a changing of the guard. WrestleMania 40 also featured surprise appearances from celebrities like Jason Kelce and Lil Wayne, adding a layer of mainstream appeal that may not have been as prevalent under McMahon's leadership.## Fans eagerly await tonight's WrestleMania 40 Night Two to see if more subtle cues emerge hinting at Triple H's vision for the future of WWE.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Vince McMahon Absent From WrestleMania 40 Backstage For the First Time Ever
793 days ago
WWE News

Vince McMahon Absent From WrestleMania 40 Backstage For the First Time Ever

WrestleMania 40 delivered a historic first beyond the action in the ring. According to PWInsider, Vince McMahon was completely absent backstage at the event, marking the first time in WrestleMania history that he hasn't been involved in any capacity.## McMahon stepped down from the WWE Board of Directors in January following a lawsuit from Janel Grant. While Triple H took over as Chief Content Officer last year, McMahon still maintained a presence at WrestleMania 39, even making creative decisions.## This year, however, WrestleMania unfolded without McMahon's influence. Stephanie McMahon, however, was seen backstage and even appeared on camera during the Hall of Fame ceremony. The Undertaker was also reportedly present.## Triple H kicked off the event, welcoming fans to a "new era" of WrestleMania. The report suggests there was a significant buzz backstage due to McMahon's absence, with some relieved that he wouldn't be "ruining everyone's fun."## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Mercedes Mone Pumps Up Bayley Before WrestleMania Title Shot: 'Be So Good They Can't Ignore You'
793 days ago
WWE News

Mercedes Mone Pumps Up Bayley Before WrestleMania Title Shot: 'Be So Good They Can't Ignore You'

There's no denying the bond between AEW's Mercedes Mone and WWE's Bayley. The former tag team champions, who dominated the WWE women's division for years, remain close friends despite now gracing opposite rings. ## With Bayley set for the biggest match of her career at WrestleMania 40 Night Two, Mone took to Twitter to send a supportive message to her former partner.## "Be so good they can't ignore you because yoU we're born to do this @itsBayleyWWE," Mone tweeted, alongside a collection of photos from their WWE tenure.## This heartfelt message comes as Bayley prepares to challenge IYO SKY for the WWE Women's Championship. Bayley secured her title shot by winning the 2024 Royal Rumble, while SKY will be looking to avoid the same fate as her Damage CTRL teammates. ## Dakota Kai, Kairi Sane, and Asuka were all defeated at WrestleMania by the formidable trio of Naomi, Bianca Belair, and former AEW star Jade Cargill.## Be so good they can’t ignore you because yoU we’re born to do this @itsBayleyWWE 💙🌟 pic.twitter.com/Pcp4unvKzz— Mercedes Moné Varnado (@MercedesVarnado) April 7, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Philadelphia Eagles Stars Kelce and Johnson Train For Surprise WWE WrestleMania Appearance
793 days ago
WWE News

Philadelphia Eagles Stars Kelce and Johnson Train For Surprise WWE WrestleMania Appearance

Philadelphia Eagles fans were surprised to see former center Jason Kelce and current offensive tackle Lane Johnson appear at WrestleMania 40. Not only did they appear, but they donned luchador masks and interfered in a tag team match, helping Rey Mysterio and Andrade secure a victory. ## According to a new report from PWInsider, Kelce's involvement went beyond a simple cameo. In preparation for their WrestleMania moment, Kelce reportedly contacted The Monster Factory, a pro wrestling school in New Jersey, and trained with owner Danny Cage. Kelce even documented his training journey leading up to the event.## Both Kelce and Johnson reportedly dedicated "several hours" to training in the ring and outside the ring during the week before WrestleMania. Cage was impressed by their dedication and how quickly they grasped the fundamentals of professional wrestling. He also praised their respect for the industry and the trainers at The Monster Factory.## While their future wrestling careers remain uncertain, PWInsider reports that both Kelce and Johnson expressed interest in returning to The Monster Factory for further training. As a token of their effort, they will reportedly receive honorary diplomas from the wrestling school.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...