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Mickie James Seemingly Hits At Returning To WWE Recently
857 days ago
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Mickie James Seemingly Hits At Returning To WWE Recently

After spending a couple of years wrestling in TNA, Mickie James recently departed the promotion and is currently a free agent. However, she has dropped hints that suggest a return to WWE might be on the cards. ## Her husband, Nick Aldis, has been making waves as SmackDown's general manager. He recently secured Naomi's signing to the blue brand and even revealed the addition of former NXT Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton to the roster.## Responding to a tweet claiming these were Aldis' best decisions since marrying James, the veteran wrestler playfully hinted at a potential WWE comeback.## "Ummm… Thank you? Ps @RealNickAldis if you're handing out contracts… I might know someone. #foreverworker" ## Aldis playfully acknowledged her tease with a GIF of Steve Blackman, implying he might already be working on that. ## Beyond the WWE buzz, James has been busy wearing various hats at OVW, serving as Creative Director, Head of Female Talent, and Executive Producer for all their shows. ## Ummm… Thank you? 😳Ps @RealNickAldis if you’re handing out contracts… I might know someone. 🤠 #foreverworker https://t.co/evSUZ6tazl— Mickie James~Aldis (@MickieJames) February 4, 2024 ## Waaay ahead of you babe... https://t.co/ez2Abi0vzN pic.twitter.com/mk1KMT9EAD— Nick Aldis (@RealNickAldis) February 4, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE NXT Vengeance Day 2024 Results February 4, 2024: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap
857 days ago
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WWE NXT Vengeance Day 2024 Results February 4, 2024: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap

Here are the complete results for the 2024 NXT Vengeance Day, which is set to take place on February 4, 2024, at the F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville, Tennessee, marking the first NXT livestreaming event to be held in Tennessee. ## It will air at 8 pm ET, live on Peacock in the United States and the WWE Network in most international markets. The event features three title matches. First, Lyra Valkyria will defend her NXT Women's Title against Roxanne Perez. Additionally, NXT Men's Champion Ilja Dragunov will take on Trick Williams. ## Moreover, Oba Femi will put his NXT North American Championship on the line against Dragon Lee. The event also features the Men's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Finals, with Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker taking on Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams. ## WWE NXT Vengeance Day 2024 Results February 4, 2024 ## Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Finals: Baron Corbin and Bron Breakker vs Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes ## Bron and Hayes start the match with Bron gaining the early advantage. Trick tags in and briefly takes control with a dropkick. All four men end up in the ring, with Hayes and Williams sending Baron and Bron to the floor. Trick lands a punch and uppercut on Baron, followed by a snap neckbreaker for a near fall. Baron fights back with a kick and knee to Trick.## Hayes tags in, delivering punches and a thrust kick. Hayes attempts a Death Valley Driver, but Baron counters. Hayes avoids a ring post-collision, hits Fade Away, and Trick lands a pop-up punch on Bron. However, Baron responds with a Death Valley Driver to Trick. Hayes then hits a springboard clothesline on Baron, but Bron counters with a release exploder into a cutter. Bron follows up with punches. ## Bron with a shoulder tackle, and Baron tags in, landing a clothesline. Baron kicks Hayes in the hamstring and delivers a hard Irish whip. Bron tags in, hitting Hayes with a clothesline for a near fall. After a suplex, Bron does push-ups. Baron tags in, kicking and standing on Hayes. Trick enters, delivering kicks and punches to both opponents. ## Trick hits a uranage on Baron for a near fall. Hayes and Trick execute a double team, but Bron counters with a German Suplex. Baron hits Deep Six for a near fall on Trick. Bron kicks Trick to the floor and executes a swanton. Bron and Baron put Trick and Hayes on the turnbuckles, but Trick fights back. Bron spears Hayes, sending Trick to the floor, and Bron gets the pin. ## WINNERS: Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin ## No Disqualification match: Dijak vs. Joe Gacy ## Dijak and Gacy engage in a hardcore match with various weapons. Gacy delivers a cannonball off the ring steps and sets up a table on the floor. Dijak hits a cyclone kick, a Death Valley Driver, and uses a trash can in the ring. ## Gacy responds with a Saito suplex, uranage, and a German superplex for near falls. Dijak ultimately triumphs, using a nightstick and hitting Feast Your Eyes after overcoming a duct-taped face for the win. WINNER: Dijak ## Singles Match: The D'Angelo Family vs OTM ## In a chaotic match, Tony, Channing, and Rizzo start aggressively, unleashing a flurry of moves. Tony scores near falls after a cannonball and a spinebuster. ## The action spills outside with Parker and SCRYPTS getting involved. Despite interference, Tony manages a spinebuster on Price and a fisherman's buster for the win. Intense exchanges and interference characterize this high-energy bout. ## WINNER: The D'Angelo Family ## Singles match for the NXT Women's Championship: Lyra Valkyria (c) vs. Roxanne Perez vs. Lola Vice ## Perez and Lyra engage in a technical exchange with various reversals and near falls. Action intensifies with high-impact moves, including a delayed suplex and a leg-trapped German suplex by Lyra. Perez counters with a rana off the turnbuckles and her signature move, Pop Rox. Tension rises as Lola Vice interferes, handing Perez a contract.## A back heel kick from Lola creates chaos, leading to near falls and a triangle by Lola. Lyra hits a frog splash on Lola for a close count. The match showcases a mix of technical prowess and unexpected interference, adding drama to the proceedings. ## Lyra and Perez trade forearms, creating a flurry of action. Lola delivers Speedball kicks to Lyra, but Perez responds with a forearm and uppercut. Lola counters with a running hip attack. Perez hits a suicide dive on both Lola and Lyra. Perez attempts a cross body, but Lyra counters with Night Wish for a near fall. ## Lola and Lyra exchange near falls, with Lyra hitting a spinning back heel kick. Tatum Paxley's interference leads to Lyra securing the victory with Night Wish. The match showcases rapid sequences and impactful moves, ending with Lyra emerging victorious. ## WINNER: Lyra Valkyria ## Singles match for the NXT North American Championship: Oba Femi (c) vs. Dragon Lee ## Lee delivers a dropkick, followed by a suicide dive into the announce table. Femi retaliates by slamming Lee into the apron and ring steps. Lee fights back with a leg drop and enzuigiri. Femi counters with a choke slam and follows up with kicks, a suplex, and a uranage backbreaker.## Lee attempts a comeback with a tornado DDT and running knee. The action intensifies with a series of kicks, a superkick, and a sit-out powerbomb. Lee and Femi exchange high-impact moves, but Femi ultimately secures the win with a powerbomb. ## WINNER: Oba Femi ## NXT Men’s Championship: Ilja Dragunov vs. Trick Williams ## Ilja and Trick exchange a flurry of strikes and suplexes, with both men bleeding. Ilja dominates early on, targeting Trick's head. Trick fights back with a First 48 and a flying clothesline. ## They continue trading blows, but Trick gains momentum. In a turn of events, Ilja accidentally pushes his manager, Hayes, into Trick. This distraction allows Trick to capitalize, hitting a back body drop and a neck breaker. The match remains intense and unpredictable. ## Trick hits an H Bomb but his knee gives out. Ilja responds with a power bomb and another H Bomb. Ilja attempts Torpedo Moscow, but Trick counters with a Cyclone Kick for a near fall. Hayes interferes, causing chaos. Trick hits a knee, but the referee is down. Another ref counts a near fall for Trick. Ilja and Trick simultaneously execute their finishers, resulting in Ilja falling on top for the three-count victory. ## WINNER: Ilja Dragunov ## After the match, Hayes tells Trick he was so close, but it will always be them. He declares Trick as his boy. Suddenly, Hayes hits Trick in the back of the leg, sending him to the floor. Grabbing a chair, Hayes ruthlessly attacks Trick's leg multiple times, expressing his dominance and delivering a final blow with the chair. As Trick writhes in pain, Hayes leans in with menacing words. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Road To WrestleMania Supershow In Corbin Results 2/4/24: Winners, Highlights
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WWE Road To WrestleMania Supershow In Corbin Results 2/4/24: Winners, Highlights

Here are the full results for WWE Road To WrestleMania Supershow in MSG which took place on February 4, 2024, live at the Corbin Arena in Corbin, KY. ## The show features the 2024 Royal Rumble winner Cody Rhodes, LA Knight, Bianca Belair, Jimmy Uso, WWE Intercontinental Champion Gunther, Iyo Sky, and many more! ## WWE Road To WrestleMania Supershow In Corbin Results 2/4/24 ## -Singles Match: LA Knight defeated Solo Sikoa ## -Singles Match: Ricochet defeated Jinder Mahal ## -Singles Match: AJ Styles defeated Austin Theory ## -Tag Team Match: #DIY (Johnny, Gargano & Tommaso Ciampa) defeated Imperum (Giovanni Vinci & Ludwig Kaiser) ## -Tag Team Match: Bianca Belair, Shotzi & Zelina Vega defeated Asuka, Iyo Sky & Kari Sane ## -Singles Match: Omos defeated Aikira Tozawa ## -WWE Intercontinental Championship: Gunther defeated Chad Gable ## -Main Event: Cody Rhodes defeated Shinsuke Nakamura ## #wwecorbin pic.twitter.com/cpcJfVCQbA— Bears Opinion (@bearcollier08) February 4, 2024 ## #WWECorbin @ZelinaVegaWWE killed it!! 👑 pic.twitter.com/mQ9AzaIgx1— 〽️𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖊𝖑 𝕷𝖆𝖏𝖊𝖙 (@JerzLajet) February 4, 2024 ## #WWECorbin 🚀🚀🚀 pic.twitter.com/CZ0uJvPtaP— 〽️𝖎𝖈𝖍𝖆𝖊𝖑 𝕷𝖆𝖏𝖊𝖙 (@JerzLajet) February 4, 2024 ## @ZoeyStarkWWE and Shana Baezler defeated @ivynile_wwe and Maxine Dupri #WWE #WWECORBIN pic.twitter.com/8tJ00heA3z— Ryan Preece (@MrRyanPreece) February 4, 2024 ## Bianca, @ShotziWWE & @ZelinaVegaWWE with the win over @WWEAsuka, @Iyo_SkyWWE, Kari #WWE #WWECorbin pic.twitter.com/U0n21iGUQ0— Ryan Preece (@MrRyanPreece) February 5, 2024 ## @TozawaAkira tries hard but fails against Omos #WWE #WWECorbin pic.twitter.com/04MEgrO1Wi— Ryan Preece (@MrRyanPreece) February 5, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

The Rock Addresses The Backlash From Fans Regarding Him Taking Cody Rhodes's Spot At WrestleMania
857 days ago
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The Rock Addresses The Backlash From Fans Regarding Him Taking Cody Rhodes's Spot At WrestleMania

While fans on social media are fuming over The Rock replacing Cody Rhodes in the main event at WrestleMania, the People's Champ himself has finally addressed the controversy. ## Despite facing off with Roman Reigns at a WWE press event this Thursday, the match remains officially unconfirmed. Reports suggest The Rock lobbied for this clash, aiming to elevate the event following the fallout from Vince McMahon's scandals and changes to the card due to CM Punk and Brock Lesnar.## However, whispers within WWE hint at an ulterior motive: a pre-determined victory for The Rock to generate immediate financial gains for TKO. ## Fueling the fire, The Rock's recent social media posts have sent mixed signals. One lauded the positive crowd reaction at the show, ## The Rock's replacement of Cody Rhodes in the WrestleMania main event has ignited fan fury, directly contradicting his year-long commitment to culminating his storyline by wresting the Undisputed WWE Universal Title from Roman Reigns. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dwayne Johnson (@therock) ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Fans In Fury: #WeWantCody Now Trending With Over 100,000 Posts
858 days ago
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Fans In Fury: #WeWantCody Now Trending With Over 100,000 Posts

WWE appears to be grappling with the aftermath as hordes of self-proclaimed Cody Rhodes fans flood in to protest the decision to replace him against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40. ## Real-time tension reached a boiling point after this Friday's edition of SmackDown, where Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns initially shared a segment. Rhodes dropped a bombshell, announcing his intention to challenge Roman for the title, but not at WrestleMania; instead, he handed the opportunity to The Rock. ## The Rock made a shocking appearance, engaging in a staredown with Roman Reigns for a continuous 3 to 4 minutes, seemingly confirming their showdown at WrestleMania 40. The immediate furor wasn't evident during the show, but post-show, fans ignited the "We Want Cody" trend, intensifying to over 100,000 posts. ## Join the fervor, HERE!. Rhodes's current trajectory has shifted from Roman to Seth Rollins for the World Heavyweight Championship. ## It's noteworthy that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Roman Reigns are slated to face off at an open-to-the-public fan and media event – WrestleMania XL Kickoff – live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas this Thursday, February 8, at 4 p.m. PT. ## #WeWantCody is now trending with over 100,000 posts. pic.twitter.com/gSvGZ03Bi1— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) February 4, 2024 ## #wewantcody is the number 1 trend. 😀 I think someone fucked up Friday night. pic.twitter.com/rXvMomP31s— CTriplette (@manofthetown) February 3, 2024 ## A legally blind person only came at wwe house show to see @CodyRhodes 😳 #WeWantCody pic.twitter.com/LO56wtXG9B— 𝔻𝕣𝕖𝕒𝕞 (@TeamCody__) February 4, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE United States Champion Logan Paul Weighs In On 'We Want Cody' Trend
858 days ago
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WWE United States Champion Logan Paul Weighs In On 'We Want Cody' Trend

The entire WWE Universe, including the current WWE United States Champion, is rallying to express their support for the prevailing social media trend, "We Want Cody."## Taking to Twitter, the champion posted the following message: "We want Cody."## The hashtag has claimed the top spot in the United States since the announcement that The Rock would be replacing Cody Rhodes in the match against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40. The discontent was palpable during the segment that aired live this past Friday on SmackDown.## Following the show, WWE shared the complete segment between Roman Reigns and The Rock, which has now garnered over 400,000 dislikes in less than 20 hours, solidifying its status as the most disliked WWE YouTube video of all time.## Prominent websites like USA Today, the fastest-growing of the ten largest news websites in the United States as of December 2023, are covering the widespread dissatisfaction among numerous fans regarding The Rock vs. Roman Reigns.## While the match has not been officially confirmed at this time, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Roman Reigns are scheduled to face off at an open-to-the-public fan and media event – WrestleMania XL Kickoff – live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas this Thursday, February 8, at 4 p.m. PT.## The current plan is for Cody Rhodes to challenge Seth Rollins for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania. ## We want Cody.— Logan Paul (@LoganPaul) February 4, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Video: The Rock Gets Booed During WWE's Live Event In Knoxville
858 days ago
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Video: The Rock Gets Booed During WWE's Live Event In Knoxville

The Rock has become the subject of fury due to the recent major change in the WWE WrestleMania main event, which now sees The Rock replacing Cody Rhodes against Roman Reigns.## Nothing positive has followed his recent appearance on SmackDown. The hue of negativity was first seen in a recent tweet from The Rock post-SmackDown, where he supported a UFC fighter, and the tweet has been flooded with brutal comments.## The Rock actively lobbied for the match and sees it as a WrestleMania savior. Particularly, this was something that fans wanted for sure, but they wanted The Rock to replace Cody at WrestleMania.## More negativity was seen during tonight’s WWE live event, where WWE screened the segment between Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, and The Rock. This seemed fine until The Rock arrived. The crowd in the arena started booing The Rock.## Watch the video below: ## The crowd at tonight’s WWE live event booing The Rock: https://t.co/o7IvhQFuJW— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) February 4, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

The Rock Faces Backlash Over WrestleMania 40 Main Event Spot, Fans Express Disappointment in WWE's Decision to Elevate Part-Timer, Calls for Retirement Emerge
858 days ago
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The Rock Faces Backlash Over WrestleMania 40 Main Event Spot, Fans Express Disappointment in WWE's Decision to Elevate Part-Timer, Calls for Retirement Emerge

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, wrestling royalty and Hollywood titan, ignited a firestorm of controversy with his recent SmackDown appearance. While securing the coveted WrestleMania 40 main event against Roman Reigns, he also drew a barrage of online criticism. ## The episode's climax saw The Rock, brought out by Cody Rhodes, seemingly steal the latter's WrestleMania title shot, causing fan ire. Many expressed disappointment that WWE's top hero, Cody, was sidelined for a part-time legend. This, despite WWE likely having strategic reasons for the Rock-Reigns clash.## Adding fuel to the fire, The Rock's post-SmackDown tweet, supporting a UFC fighter, drew a brutal backlash. Fans, unimpressed by the apparent self-promotion, even urged him to retire. Notably, the tweet was edited in response to the negativity.## Furthermore, reports suggest The Rock actively lobbied for the match and sees it as a WrestleMania savior. However, how this unfolds with fans remains to as clear as a Rock Bottom. Only time will tell if the "Great One" delivers a crowd-pleaser or another People's Elbow of disappointment.## Nah, you can’t hide the negativity you’re receiving. Do the right thing, we already know you bought him a house. What did you do for Cody? You took his spot that he earned.— Dom (@Underrated_Dom) February 3, 2024 ## Edited the tweet???TAKE THIS RATIO AGAIN pic.twitter.com/0GWiwaZoQN— EliteRockerz 𝕏 (@EliteClubS0B) February 3, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Mercedes Moné Training With WWE Women's Champion IYO SKY
858 days ago
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Mercedes Moné Training With WWE Women's Champion IYO SKY

The ever-intriguing Mercedes Mone, wrestling's current lightning rod, continues to draw eyes as she heals from an ankle injury and gears up for a comeback. ## Mercedes was spotted training with none other than WWE's reigning Women's Champion, IYO Sky, at the Flatback Wrestling School. Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks, carved a memorable path in WWE before her well-publicized departure in May 2022. ## After a brief, impactful run in Japan's NJPW, she was sidelined by an ankle injury in May 2023. With top wrestling promotions like AEW reportedly vying for her signature, fans have eagerly awaited her next move. ## However, this training session with Sky throws a wrench into the speculation. Could it be a genuine collaboration, or a strategic maneuver towards a surprise WWE return? The wrestling world watches with bated breath, waiting to see if Mone will land in AEW's ring or if WWE can entice "The Blueprint" back into their fold. The intrigue remains thick, and only time will tell where the next chapter unfolds for this captivating wrestling figure. ## Mercedes Moné training w/IYO SKY in new IG story: pic.twitter.com/6xeyYfNjxh— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) February 3, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE SmackDown (2/2) Viewership Holds Steady Despite Minor Dip: Key Takeaways
858 days ago
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WWE SmackDown (2/2) Viewership Holds Steady Despite Minor Dip: Key Takeaways

The February 2nd episode of WWE SmackDown drew in 2.314 million viewers, according to preliminary numbers from Programming Insider. ## While this marks a slight downturn from the previous week's 2.329 million, it maintains a consistent viewership range. Notably, the January 26th episode set a record high with 2.475 million viewers.## On the positive side, demographics indicate some growth. SmackDown scored a 0.66 rating in the 18-49 age group, which is an uptick from the previous week's 0.64. This key demographic is often closely watched by advertisers and industry insiders.## It's worth noting that these are preliminary numbers. We will be updating their report with final viewership figures soon. So, for a more complete picture, stay tuned for further updates.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Brian Gewirtz Stepping Into The WWE Creative Process To Represent The Rock
858 days ago
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Brian Gewirtz Stepping Into The WWE Creative Process To Represent The Rock

A wave of chaos has swept through the WWE following the decision to replace Cody Rhodes with The Rock as Roman Reigns' opponent at WrestleMania. Fans are expressing their disappointment in large numbers, vehemently criticizing the creative choice. ## While the match has not been officially confirmed yet, an announcement for The Rock vs. Roman Reigns during WrestleMania weekend is anticipated to be made this Thursday in Las Vegas at the Philly event.## According to a PWInsider report, Brian Gewirtz will play a pivotal role as the voice representing The Rock in WWE's creative process moving forward. There is speculation that Gewirtz may be physically present for major shows, potentially serving as a contingency or "Plan B" if Endeavor ever needs to shift WWE's direction and align with a creative team backed by Dwayne Johnson down the line.## The addition of Brian Gewirtz to the WWE creative process for The Rock adds an intriguing dynamic. There are suggestions of his potential physical presence at significant events, raising the possibility of him being a backup plan for Endeavor. The ever-changing landscape of WWE's creative direction continues to captivate our interest. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson And Roman Reigns To Face Off At An Open-To-The-Public Fan And Media Event – WrestleMania XL Kickoff
858 days ago
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Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson And Roman Reigns To Face Off At An Open-To-The-Public Fan And Media Event – WrestleMania XL Kickoff

WWE's marketing message on the Wrestlemania press event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Thursday. ## Hosted by Monday Night Raw commentators Michael Cole and Pat McAfee, the event will feature a star-studded lineup as The Rock and Roman Reigns, WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, Seth "Freakin" Rollins, Bianca Belair and Rhea Ripley will be at the event. ## This non-ticketed event, delivered by Pizza Hut, is free for all to attend. Fans catch all the live action from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas this Thursday, February 8 at 4 p.m. PT. ## Check out the full annoucment below; ## STAMFORD, Conn., February 3, 2024 – WWE®, part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), today announced that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Roman Reigns will face off at an open-to-the-public fan and media event – WrestleMania XL Kickoff – live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas this Thursday, February 8 at 4 p.m. PT.## Doors open at 2:30 p.m. PT.This non-ticketed event, delivered by Pizza Hut, is free for all to attend.## Fans and media will hear from both The Rock and Roman Reigns, as well as WWE Chief Content Officer Paul “Triple H” Levesque. Onsite interview opportunities for media will immediately follow the event with both participants, Cody Rhodes, Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Bianca Belair and Rhea Ripley.## Building on the anticipation for the already-record-breaking WrestleMania XL, Thursday’s event will be hosted by Monday Night Raw commentators Michael Cole and Pat McAfee, and stream live on WWE social and digital channels as well as Peacock.## VIP experiences for WrestleMania XL Kickoff through exclusive partner On Location are available for purchase at https://onlocationexp.com/wrestlemaniaxlkickoff. ## WrestleMania XL takes place across two nights on Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7 at 7 p.m. ET live from Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia and stream live on Peacock in the U.S. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...