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Triple H Hypes WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth, Says The Implications Will Be Monumental
840 days ago
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Triple H Hypes WWE Elimination Chamber: Perth, Says The Implications Will Be Monumental

This special event, held at the iconic Optus Stadium in Perth, Western Australia, marks a historic return for WWE PLEs to the country after a five-year hiatus. The event will be kicking off at the unique 5am ET start time. ## Two brutal Elimination Chamber matches are set to take the spotlight. The victor of the Men's Chamber will go head-to-head with World Champion Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 40, while the Women's Chamber winner will challenge the formidable Rhea Ripley for her title. ## As Triple H aptly stated in his hype video, the stakes are monumental. Here is what Triple H said; ## "WWE Universe Australia, it is that time. It is that time of year. It is the road to WrestleMania, and this year, the road drives directly through Perth, Australia. We are just days away from a night that will be filled with moments that will leave the world talking. Elimination Chamber: Perth happens live this Saturday from Optus Stadium. ## The Chamber matches are set. The implications for the road to WrestleMania will be monumental. There’s no greater time of the year than right now, the road to WrestleMania. I cannot tell you how excited we are all to get to Perth. When we get there, there will be just one question to ask. Are you ready?” ## This event promises to be a pivotal turning point on the road to WrestleMania, paving the way for epic showdowns. ## The Road to #WrestleMania XL runs through Perth this Saturday… and the implications will be monumental.Be there live to witness history at #WWEChamber: Perth. https://t.co/P0QDwCebVN pic.twitter.com/0NsjMVzfYJ— Triple H (@TripleH) February 21, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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NXT General Manager Ava Sends Her Praise To The Women Division After Last-Minute Creative Plans Change
840 days ago
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NXT General Manager Ava Sends Her Praise To The Women Division After Last-Minute Creative Plans Change

A last-minute scramble and impressive adaptation marked last night's NXT main event (February 20th). The planned NXT Women's Championship match between champion Lyra Valkyria and SmackDown's Shotzi went awry early on when Shotzi took a nasty spill outside the ring, tragically suffering a serious knee injury.## Faced with an unexpected situation, the showrunners reacted flawlessly. The match was halted, and Lash Legend heroically stepped up for an impromptu title shot against Valkyria. The impromptu bout showcased the resilience and talent of the NXT women's division, particularly Legend and Valkyria.## NXT General Manager Ava was clearly impressed, taking to Twitter to praise the women's division, especially Legend and Valkyria.## "very proud of the @WWENXT women’s division tonight, especially @lashlegendwwe & @Real_Valkyria . get well soon @ShotziWWE 💚." ## It's important to note that due to pre-taping for WWE's trip to Perth, Australia, details of Shotzi's injury and recovery timeline are already known. As revealed by Shotzi herself, she sustained a torn ACL and faces a nine-month recovery period after surgery. ## very proud of the @WWENXT women’s division tonight, especially @lashlegendwwe & @Real_Valkyria. get well soon @ShotziWWE 💚— A V A (@avawwe_) February 21, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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New Banners Updated On WWE's Website, Drew McIntyre Replaces CM Punk
840 days ago
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New Banners Updated On WWE's Website, Drew McIntyre Replaces CM Punk

The WWE website has undergone a superstar facelift, with several key banner updates reflecting the ever-shifting landscape of the squared circle. ## Seeing the changes, the Superstars banner has received a triple threat of additions. Drew McIntyre muscles his way in, replacing Chelsea Green. The Queen's reign is over, as Jade Cargill ascends the throne, taking Raquel Rodriguez's spot. And rounding out the trio, Liv Morgan delivers a leg drop onto Tiffany Stratton's previous position. ## Monday Night Raw witnesses a legendary return, as Drew McIntyre storms back, leaving CM Punk in the dust. Brace yourselves for the Claymore. ## Across the SmackDown roster, Bayley throws down the gauntlet, replacing LA Knight on the banner. It seems the Role Model is ready to climb the ranks within the blue brand. ## These updates keep the WWE website fresh and dynamic, reflecting the constant movement and excitement within the world of professional wrestling. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE NXT Results February 20, 2024: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap
841 days ago
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WWE NXT Results February 20, 2024: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap

Here is the live coverage of WWE NXT which is scheduled to air live on February 20, 2024, from Capital Wrestling Center with a full action-packed match card.## Make sure you follow us on social so that you can come to know about momentary announcements and the latest results of WWE NXT and others. WWE NXT is broadcasted on USA Network [8 PM ET on Tuesday ] [You can watch WWE NXT live at 6:30 in India on Sony Ten 1/1HD/3/3HD every Wednesday morning].## WWE NXT Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am EDT on Sportsnet 360## WWE NXT Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on SuperSport Variety 3 in South Africa on Thursdays at 02:00 am CAT## NXT Time In Italy: In Italy, NXT airs live on Dplay 2:00 pm ## WWE NXT Results February 20, 2024 & Winners ## Femi dominates with European uppercuts, blocks King's sunset flip attempt, and sends him over the top rope. King retaliates with a dropkick, causing Femi to shoulder into the ring post. Stone interrupts briefly.## King targets Femi's injured arm with a top wrist lock and arm bar. Stone enters, distracting King, who shoves him down. Femi capitalizes with a clothesline and consecutive power bombs for the win. ## WINNER: Oba Femi ## Thea worries about Riley not calling back. Ariana Grace advises Thea to reciprocate Riley's interest. Jacy urges Grace to stay out of their business. Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin discuss their tag team championship reign.## Andre Chase and Duke Hudson, along with Nathan Frazer and Axiom, vie for a title shot. Ava announces a match to determine the number one contender. Roxanne reflects on her match against Wren, emphasizing the importance of seizing opportunities. ## Roxanne Perez vs Wren Sinclair ## Wren and Perez exchange holds and strikes. Perez targets Wren's arm but Wren fights back with a Blue Thunder Bomb. Perez maintains control with submission holds. Wren rallies with strikes and hits Pop Rox followed by a crossface, forcing Perez to tap out. ## WINNER: Roxanne Perez ## Josh Briggs vs Brooks Jensen ## Josh gains the upper hand with a side headlock and a shoulder tackle. Brooks responds with a shoulder tackle of his own but runs into a boot in the corner. Josh follows up with a clothesline and continues to target Brooks with strikes to the back. ## WINNER: Josh Briggs ## Joe Gacy confronts Dijak while restrained in a straitjacket. Dijak warns Joe about his actions, but Joe remains defiant. Luca Crusifino intervenes, claiming false imprisonment, but Dijak disregards legalities, citing Joe's transgressions. Joe vows that it's not over. Meanwhile, Carmelo Hayes arrives at the barber shop. ## At the Barber Shop, Carmelo Hayes reflects on past memories and confronts Trick Williams for trying to surpass him in NXT. He asserts his dominance and warns Trick to stay in his place. Carmelo dismisses Ilja Dragunov unless he's discussing the championship. ## Arianna Grace vs Jacy Jayne (with Thea Hail and Jazmyn Nyx) ## Jacy and Grace exchange holds with Jacy gaining control. Grace tries to rally but Jacy's allies intervene. Jazmyn delivers a forearm, allowing Jacy to secure the win with a rolling elbow. ## WINNER: Jacy Jayne ## After the match, Jazmyn celebrates with Jacy while Thea feels betrayed. Tony D’Angelo meets Rizzo and Channing at a restaurant, asserting his leadership and plans for the D'Angelo family. Ridge Holland reflects on using a chair as a weapon in the Gallus Gauntlet, vowing to address his actions next week. Shotzi prepares for her match against Lyra in the locker room. ## Number One Contender Match: Duke Hudson and Andre Chase (with Riley Osborne) vs Axiom and Nathan Frazer ## Axiom and Chase start with technical exchanges. Frazer joins with high-flying moves. Axiom and Frazer display teamwork with double dives. Chase and Duke regain control with power moves. Axiom and Frazer fight back with high-impact maneuvers, but Chase secures the win with a rollup on Frazer. ## WINNER: Andre Chase and Duke Hudson ## Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson attack Chase, Duke, Frazer, Axiom, and Riley, hitting the Magic Killer. Ilja Dragunov condemns Carmelo Hayes for his cowardly actions and challenges him to meet face-to-face next week. Thea vents her frustrations in the locker room, feeling like she's losing Jacy as a friend. Fallon Henley shares a past bad Valentine's Day date experience. ## Lash Legend (with Jakara Jackson) vs Kelani Jordan ## Lash dominates with power moves, including a uranage backbreaker and a splash. Jordan fights back with strikes and aerial maneuvers. Despite interference from Jackson, Lash finishes Jordan off with a choke slam for the win. ## WINNER: Lash Legend ## After the match, Kiana and Izzi check on Jordan, who pushes Kiana into Izzi to escape. Shotzi and Lyra Valkyria are seen walking backstage. Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson discuss their plans to dominate the NXT tag team division in the Most Dangerous Parking Lot in Sports Entertainment. Ilja Dragunov and Carmelo Hayes will have a face-to-face confrontation next week, and Noam Dar will defend the Heritage Cup against a member of the No Quarter Catch Crew. ## Shotzi vs Lyra Valkyria for the NXT Women’s Champioinship ## Lyra Valkyria faces Shotzi Blackheart in a competitive match, but Shotzi injures her knee during a hanging DDT on the apron. Medical staff and referees assist Shotzi to the back, and Ava announces an open challenge. Lash Legend answers the challenge. ## Lash Legend vs Lyra Valkyria for the NXT Women’s Championship ## Lash and Lyra engage in a back-and-forth battle. Lash dominates early with power moves, but Lyra fights back with agility and resilience. Roxanne shows anger in the locker room. Lyra surprises Lash with a frog splash to secure the victory. ## WINNER: Lyra Valkyria ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE's House Show In Fresno, CA Was The Biggest Crowd In Over 20 Years
841 days ago
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WWE's House Show In Fresno, CA Was The Biggest Crowd In Over 20 Years

WWE's live event business has been red-hot lately, riding a wave of increased popularity. Attendance is up for shows, and TV ratings are soaring across all three programs. ## This past Sunday night in Fresno, California, that trend continued, with a house show headlined by a street fight between Cody Rhodes and Shinsuke Nakamura drawing a massive crowd. ## According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, the Fresno show pulled in nearly 10,000 fans, marking the biggest non-Madison Square Garden house show attendance in decades. While Madison Square Garden holds special significance due to WWE's history there, this Fresno turnout stands out as an impressive feat on its own.## “They did almost 10,000 people, and that was the biggest house show crowd for any WWE show aside from Madison Square Garden, which, I’m not going to say doesn't count, but it's completely different. But it was the biggest house show crowd that they've done in the United States since August of 2001, which was right after the pandemic. ## They did like 10,000 people for a show in Detroit. And it's like Fresno is not exactly Detroit, and it's certainly not Madison Square Garden. Fresno has always been a good wrestling city overall, but not like a great wrestling city, but always a good one per capita. It usually does better than most cities of its size. But, 10,000 people for a house show, and it was just a normal house show. It was nothing.” ## Meltzer added, “They did 7500 and Oakland, on better than 7500 and Oakland on Saturday night as well, which I would have gone if it wasn't for the UFC. That's a great crowd for Oakland. It's a great crowd for our show. So WWE is on fire. They're on fire. They are so popular they sold out tonight in Anaheim [for Raw]," Meltzer stated. Transcription via WrestlingNews.co ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Location For WWE SummerSlam 2024 Seemingly Revealed
841 days ago
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Location For WWE SummerSlam 2024 Seemingly Revealed

Fervor is rising in Cleveland, Ohio, as whispers of WWE's annual event, SummerSlam, potentially gracing the historic Municipal Stadium take hold. ## Fueling the speculation is a hefty $1.676 million tax credit awarded to WWE by the State of Ohio, part of a wider $44 million fund dedicated to television and film productions in 2024. While no official confirmation for a major WWE event in Ohio exists, the credit suspiciously aligns with the buzzing rumors surrounding Cleveland's SummerSlam bid. ## Fightful Select first ignited the flames in October 2023, naming "The Forest City" a top contender to host the "Biggest Party of the Summer." Cleveland boasts a distinguished history hosting WWE Premium Live Events. The city's maiden voyage was SummerSlam 1996, featuring the legendary clash between then-WWF Champion Shawn Michaels and Big Van Vader. Over the years, Cleveland has served as the stage for iconic moments, including No Mercy 1999, Survivor Series 2004, Unforgiven 2008, and WWE TLC 2014.## Unforgettable was Fastlane 2019, where The Shield conquered Baron Corbin, Bobby Lashley, and Drew McIntyre in a nail-biting six-man tag team match. This marked the triumphant return of Roman Reigns following his inspiring battle against leukemia.## Further bolstering Cleveland's WWE connection are homegrown talents like The Miz and Johnny Gargano, both proudly representing the city. While The Miz now resides in Los Angeles, his roots remain firmly planted in Cleveland, alongside fellow WWE star Johnny Gargano.## With its rich history, passionate fanbase, and potential tax credit incentive, Cleveland stands as a strong contender for SummerSlam 2024. Only time will tell if "The Biggest Party of the Summer" finds its way to "The Forest City," but anticipation is undoubtedly building. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE's Plan For Jade Cargill At WWE Elimination Chamber Scrapped, Raquel Rodriguez Ended Up Taking Her Place
841 days ago
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WWE's Plan For Jade Cargill At WWE Elimination Chamber Scrapped, Raquel Rodriguez Ended Up Taking Her Place

Despite a strong debut at the Royal Rumble, WWE hasn't yet fully leveraged Jade Cargill's potential. Recent reports suggest initial plans for her participation in the Elimination Chamber were scrapped.## Raquel Rodriguez's triumphant return and victory in the last-chance battle royal for the Women's Elimination Chamber spot sealed Cargill's fate.## Dave Meltzer, on Wrestling Observer Radio, shed light on Cargill's current standing in the company. He explained that Rodriguez essentially filled Cargill's spot, citing a lack of narrative coherence for Cargill's inclusion in the Chamber match.## “Obviously we saw something change in the Women’s match, the Women’s Battle Royal, and it probably did since Friday. ## Because if you saw the scene on Friday where they had everyone there that was for the Women’s Chamber, they had (Jade) Cargill in the room, basically foreshadowing. And the plan was Cargill, and they took her out.” ## WWE Elimination Chamber will take place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at Optus Stadium in the Perth suburb of Burswood, Western Australia, Australia. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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CM Punk Makes A Surprise Appearance After 2/19 WWE Raw
841 days ago
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CM Punk Makes A Surprise Appearance After 2/19 WWE Raw

This week, WWE held another weekly television show, "Monday Night Raw," at the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The show was filled with multiple exciting matches and segments.## The show opened with Drew McIntyre facing off against Cody Rhodes and concluded with Intercontinental Champion Gunther defeating Jey Uso in the main event. The matchup between Judgment Day and The Miz, R-Truth, & DIY also garnered a standing ovation.## In the main event, Jey Uso came close to clinching the title after delivering a massive spear to Gunther. However, Jey's brother, Jimmy, appeared at ringside and prematurely rang the match bell before the referee could complete the count. This distraction allowed Gunther to seize the opportunity and retain the title. Following the match, Jimmy unleashed a brutal assault on Jey, culminating in a beatdown that left him battered.## After the show, it was noted that CM Punk was in the ring delivering a promo alongside Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes. In the video below, Punk promised the Anaheim crowd that the next time they are in town, he would be part of the show. ## CM Punk ended the night #wwe pic.twitter.com/BAKqPK9cbQ— 🔥 FIVE FIRES 🔥 (@thecalibae) February 20, 2024 # Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Street Fight And Sami Zayn vs. Shinsuke Nakamura Set For 2/26 WWE Raw, Updated Lineup
841 days ago
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Street Fight And Sami Zayn vs. Shinsuke Nakamura Set For 2/26 WWE Raw, Updated Lineup

The February 26th episode of Monday Night Raw promises two intense clashes. ## As issued during the February 19 episode of Monday Night Raw, The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) will square off against Imperium (Giovanni Vinci and Ludwig Kaiser) in a Street Fight. ## This grudge match throws the rulebook out the window. No count-outs, no disqualifications – just pure, unadulterated mayhem. This won't be their first time as they were engaged in a tag team match last week on Monday Night Raw with The New Day stealing the win. ## Plush, Nakamura Seeks Redemption Against Zayn, The February 12th Raw saw Shinsuke Nakamura fall prey to Sami Zayn's cunning tactics, courtesy of a well-timed distraction by Drew McIntyre. Now, Nakamura is back with a vengeance, determined to prove Zayn's "pretender" label a blatant lie. Next week, it will be a one-on-one match between Zayn and Nakamura. ## Below check out the current match card; ## WWE Raw (2/26) Updated ## Street Fight: The New Day (Kofi Kingston & Xavier Woods) vs. Imperium (Giovanni Vinci & Ludwig Kaiser)## Sami Zayn vs. Shinsuke Nakamura ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Jimmy Uso Costs His Brother Jey Uso The WWE Intercontinental Title Against Gunther On 2/19 WWE Raw
841 days ago
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Jimmy Uso Costs His Brother Jey Uso The WWE Intercontinental Title Against Gunther On 2/19 WWE Raw

Jey Uso's pursuit of solo glory took a brutal blow on Raw thanks to unexpected intervention from his own twin brother, Jimmy Uso. The February 19th main event saw Jey lock horns with Gunther in a grueling battle for the coveted WWE Intercontinental Championship. ## Gunther initially imposed his dominance, but Jey's resilience shone through. A flurry of Spears and a thunderous Uso Splash brought him inches closer to victory. However, that's when the plot took a shocking turn. A mysterious figure shrouded in a hood clanged the ring bell, disrupting Jey's momentum. The culprit? None other than Jimmy Uso.## Initially, Jey refused to let the betrayal derail him, launching himself over the ropes to take down Jimmy. Yet, Gunther capitalized on the chaos, overpowering Jey and securing the pin.## But the night wasn't over for the Uso brothers. In a scene dripping with animosity, Jimmy unleashed a post-match assault on his brother. His message was clear: "I'll always be the big brother." A final Uso Splash cemented Jimmy's dominance as Raw faded to black.## Earlier on Raw, the seeds of discord were sown. Jimmy, alongside Solo Sikoa, dealt a decisive blow to Cody Rhodes' hopes of victory against Drew McIntyre. This latest act of aggression paints a concerning picture for the future of the Uso family. ## Jimmy Uso just ruined Jey Uso's night on #WWERaw! pic.twitter.com/vRUSUs0FKz— WWE (@WWE) February 20, 2024 ## What is going on right now?!#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/uPQouVqPFw— WWE (@WWE) February 20, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Netflix Executives Spotted Ringside During 2/19 WWE Raw, Secures Show's Future On Streaming Platform
841 days ago
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Netflix Executives Spotted Ringside During 2/19 WWE Raw, Secures Show's Future On Streaming Platform

The WWE Elimination Chamber is almost here, and things are hotter than ever thanks to exciting storylines and a big surprise on Raw! Not only was the Honda Center in Anaheim packed, but even Netflix execs were spotted in the crowd. ## They weren't there just watching, either. Commentators Pat McAfee and Michael Cole made sure everyone knew about the huge deal between Raw and Netflix, sparking talk about all the cool stuff this could mean for WWE (now under TKO Group Holdings). ## Raw is ditching USA Network and moving to Netflix in 2025 for a mind-blowing $5 billion! This sent shockwaves through the wrestling world and doubled the hype for what this change could bring. ## Some online whispers suggested Netflix might back out after the stuff about Vince McMahon came to light. Plus, people were wondering if the planned Netflix documentary about him would get canned. ## Those Netflix execs at the show make it clear they're still on board with broadcasting the show. The exact length of the deal is still a mystery, but with both Netflix and WWE doing so well lately, a long-term partnership seems like a no-brainer. ## The Netflix execs in the building and they look happy af@USANetwork you got 24 hours to respond pic.twitter.com/IlJy07JsBQ— Julian Weeks (@JulianWks) February 20, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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UFC's Michael Chandler Makes a Surprise Appearance On 2/19 WWE Raw, Calls Out Conor McGregor
841 days ago
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UFC's Michael Chandler Makes a Surprise Appearance On 2/19 WWE Raw, Calls Out Conor McGregor

Crossover Clash! Chandler Calls Out McGregor on WWE Raw. ## UFC fighter Michael Chandler ignited the February 19th episode of WWE Raw with an appearance. The crowd erupted as he materialized amidst the throng, and moments later, he amped up the drama by snatching a microphone. In a bold move, he issued a seemingly direct challenge to Conor McGregor, urging the Irish superstar to "haul his ass back to the Octagon." ## For months, fight fans buzzed with anticipation about a potential showdown between Chandler and McGregor at UFC 300 on June 29th. But just days ago, UFC President Dana White dashed those hopes, indicating McGregor's return would likely occur later in the year, closer to December.## However, fate seems to have other plans, as these two fierce competitors are still destined to lock horns, albeit in a different ring: they'll be coaching rival teams on The Ultimate Fighter 31. ## Chandler hasn't stepped into the Octagon since November 2022, when he squared off against Dustin Poirier at UFC 281. Similarly, McGregor's last dance took place in July 2021 at UFC 264, where he sustained a brutal leg break during his fight with Poirier. ## WHOA! 😲😲😲@MikeChandlerMMA just called out @TheNotoriousMMA on #WWERaw! pic.twitter.com/pUN2dUFW1r— WWE (@WWE) February 20, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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