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Silver Lake To Take Endeavor Private In $13 Billion Deal
798 days ago
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Silver Lake To Take Endeavor Private In $13 Billion Deal

Endeavor Group Holdings, a global sports and entertainment company, will be acquired by investment firm Silver Lake in a take-private deal valued at $13 billion. ## Endeavor stockholders will receive $27.50 per share in cash, representing a 55% premium over the unaffected share price. This marks the largest private equity sponsor public-to-private transaction in over a decade for the media and entertainment sector.## Silver Lake has been a long-time partner of Endeavor, having invested in the company since 2012. The deal builds on their existing relationship and will allow Endeavor to operate as a private company.## Endeavor CEO Ariel Emanuel expressed confidence in the deal, stating it will allow them to "unlock and invest in the growth opportunities ahead." Silver Lake reaffirmed their belief in Endeavor's leadership and future potential.## The transaction is expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2025. Upon completion, Endeavor's common stock will cease trading publicly.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WrestleMania Dream Match in the Making: Rhea Ripley Eyes Future Showdown with Jade Cargill
798 days ago
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WrestleMania Dream Match in the Making: Rhea Ripley Eyes Future Showdown with Jade Cargill

WWE Raw Women's Champion Rhea Ripley has her sights set on a potential future collision with SmackDown's rising star Jade Cargill. ## In a recent interview with Ariel Helwani on the MMA Hour, Ripley expressed her admiration for Cargill, acknowledging her talent and charisma. "Everything about her screams 'superstar,'" Ripley said, calling a match between them a "money match."## While both champions are currently on separate brands, Ripley acknowledged the potential for a future clash at a grand stage. "Whether that's WrestleMania next year, WrestleMania the next two years, the next three years," she said, hinting at a possible dream match down the line.## This potential encounter has fans buzzing, as both Ripley and Cargill are known for their impressive strength and athleticism. Ripley herself thrives on facing powerful opponents, mentioning Bianca Belair and Raquel Rodriguez alongside Cargill as competitors who excite her.## However, Ripley has more immediate concerns. She's set to defend her title against Becky Lynch at WrestleMania XL, while Cargill will also be making her WrestleMania debut this year.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Corey Graves And CM Punk Bury the Hatchet: Former Friends Rekindle Friendship After WWE Return
798 days ago
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Corey Graves And CM Punk Bury the Hatchet: Former Friends Rekindle Friendship After WWE Return

WWE SmackDown lead announcer Corey Graves and CM Punk have reportedly reconciled, putting an end to their years-long feud. ## The news comes after Graves' appearance on Sportskeeda's WrestleBinge, where he revealed he and Punk "cleared the air" and rekindled their friendship. ## Their relationship soured in 2018 when Graves made critical comments about Punk publicly, leading to speculation about how they'd interact upon Punk's 2023 return to WWE. ## While Graves previously expressed openness to Punk's return, the state of their friendship remained a question mark. According to Graves, they had a brief encounter at Survivor Series but a more substantial conversation at the Royal Rumble. ## "We both apologized for some things over the years," Graves said, "and realized this is where we both belong... It's been a really exciting time for me to rekindle a friendship that meant so much." ## This news follows CM Punk's own discussion about mending fences with Triple H in a recent interview. It appears Punk's return to WWE may be leading to more than just in-ring battles. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Mercedes Mone Responds to Highest-Paid Rumors: 'That Sounds Beautiful'
798 days ago
WWE News

Mercedes Mone Responds to Highest-Paid Rumors: 'That Sounds Beautiful'

Mercedes Mone, following her debut with AEW at Dynamite: Big Business, has addressed reports suggesting she's the highest-paid female wrestler currently. ## Multiple sources reported a hefty price tag associated with Mone's multi-year AEW deal, potentially making her the top earner among female wrestlers.## When asked about this by James Stewart on Stick to Wrestling, Mone simply replied, "That sounds beautiful. My name is Mercedes Mone for a reason." ## Mone has yet to make her in-ring debut for AEW but has been a consistent presence on their programming since her arrival. The interview also included Mone discussing conversations with Tony Khan that led to her signing with AEW. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Becky Lynch Declares Herself the G.O.A.T. Ahead of WrestleMania Title Shot
798 days ago
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Becky Lynch Declares Herself the G.O.A.T. Ahead of WrestleMania Title Shot

With a stacked resume and a mother's spirit, Becky Lynch isn't shying away from claiming the title of greatest female wrestler ever.## In an interview with CBS Sports' Shakiel Mahjouri, Lynch highlighted her accomplishments: headlining WrestleMania, capturing championships across all brands, and achieving mainstream recognition.## "I'm the first woman to win the main event of WrestleMania," Lynch stated. "I've won every single match there is to win in WWE. I have won every championship there is to win in WWE."## Motherhood and authorship haven't slowed her down. "I continue to break down barriers and to break through glass ceilings all while being a mother. All while being a best-selling author," she added.## Confidently, Lynch declared, "If I quit tomorrow, I am still the greatest woman to have ever done it." But retirement isn't on the horizon. She has her sights set on Rhea Ripley's WWE Women's World Championship at WrestleMania 40. ## Acknowledging the doubters, Lynch said, "Do I need to prove that I still have it? Okay, good. I did plant that seed of doubt. That seed grew into a tree... But what's great is that when people believe in me I'm good. But when people doubt me I am great. In fact, I'm not just great, I am an unstoppable monster." ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Motor City Machine Guns Likely Headed To AEW After TNA Exit
798 days ago
WWE News

Motor City Machine Guns Likely Headed To AEW After TNA Exit

Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley, collectively known as the Motor City Machine Guns, are reportedly on their way to AEW after their contracts with TNA expired in March. ## According to PWInsider's Mike Johnson, the duo are officially free agents and expected to sign with AEW. This aligns with reports of a backstage send-off for Sabin and Shelley at a recent TNA taping in Philadelphia. ## Their final match for the company, against Brian Myers and Eddie Edwards, will air on an upcoming episode of TNA Impact.## Both Sabin and Shelley are former TNA World Heavyweight Champions, with Shelley's reign ending in January at Hard To Kill. They are also decorated in the X Division and TNA World Tag Team Championships.## This news comes amidst recent talent releases from AEW, adding another layer of intrigue to the free agent market. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Report: Jason Kelce Could Appear At WrestleMania 40
798 days ago
WWE News

Report: Jason Kelce Could Appear At WrestleMania 40

With WrestleMania 40 just around the corner, speculation is rife about potential celebrity appearances. ## Following recent announcements, a new report from Fightful Select suggests that WWE has contacted NFL star Jason Kelce for a possible appearance at the event. ## According to Fightful Select, WWE has reached out to Kelce, piquing the interest of fans. This comes after The Miz expressed his belief that Kelce could be a success in the WWE ring, citing his athleticism and impressive feats like jumping through a window at a Bills game.## Lil Wayne's appearance at WrestleMania 40 has already been confirmed following his presence on the April 1st edition of Raw. ## Additionally, reports suggest actress Drew Barrymore will also be in attendance. Influencer Logan Paul is scheduled to defend his US Championship in a triple threat match against Kevin Owens and Randy Orton. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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CM Punk on AJ Lee's Potential WWE Return: 'Probably Not, But I'd Love It'
798 days ago
WWE News

CM Punk on AJ Lee's Potential WWE Return: 'Probably Not, But I'd Love It'

The possibility of AJ Lee returning to WWE television has been a topic of speculation for years, and CM Punk, her husband, recently weighed in on the chances of it happening. ## During an interview with Ariel Helwani on The MMA Hour, Punk was asked directly about Lee's potential return. His response was brief but seemingly definitive: "Probably not." ## However, Punk did leave a glimmer of hope, acknowledging that he believes "the door is open" for a return. He added a personal touch, saying, "I think there is. Selfishly, I would love it, but I’m her biggest fan. I love everything she does." ## Lee's absence from the ring has been notable since her last WWE appearance in 2015. Since then, she's explored various endeavors, including working as a producer and commentator for Women of Wrestling, writing books, and becoming a mental health advocate. ## While a WWE return might not be imminent, Punk's comments suggest it's not entirely out of the question. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE NXT Preview & Match Card For April 2, 2024
798 days ago
WWE News

WWE NXT Preview & Match Card For April 2, 2024

Here is the full lineup for this Tuesday episode which is slated to air live on April 2, 2024. WWE NXT will air live on USA Network at 8 PM ET on Tuesday. ## WWE NXT Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am EDT on Sportsnet 360. The show also airs live on SuperSport Variety 3 in South Africa on Thursdays at 02:00 am CAT.## In Italy, NXT airs live on Dplay 2:00 p. NXT airs live on Sony Ten 1 HD and Sony Ten 1 in India at 5:30 am. ## WWE NXT Preview & Match Card For (4/2/24) ## - Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes come face-to-face## - Triple Threat Tag Team Match to decide No. 1 Contenders for NXT Stand & Deliver## - NXT Women’s Champion Lyra Valkyria and Roxanne Perez to appear on "Supernova Sessions"## - Fallon Henley to take on Jacy Jayne## - Sol Ruca looks for payback against Blair Davenport ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Dijak Challenges The Rock To A WWE Match After WrestleMania 40
798 days ago
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Dijak Challenges The Rock To A WWE Match After WrestleMania 40

WWE star Dijak has reacted to a fan sign stating he’s better than The Rock, sharing a pitch for a huge match. ## Dijak has been receiving a lot of love in the form of fan signs recently, with many “Push Dijak” signs appearing in WWE crowds at Raw, SmackDown and NXT. A new sign was shown front and centre on Monday’s edition of Raw, which read “Dijak > The Rock”.## Dijak shared the shot of this sign behind The Rock from Raw to Twitter, calling for a match against the Final Boss.## Dijak wrote:## After I win the North American Championship this Saturday at @WWENXT #StandAndDeliver I think we should find out!## @avawwe_ can you book this match orrrr…? ## Ava, the general manager of the NXT brand, is notably The Rock’s daughter.## Ahead of WrestleMania 40 Saturday, Dijak will challenge for Oba Femi’s North American Championship alongside Josh Briggs at NXT Stand & Deliver.## The Rock will return to the ring at WrestleMania 40 Saturday, when he will team with Roman Reigns to face off against Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins.## If he and Roman Reigns win, Roman Reigns’ Undisputed Universal Title bout against Cody Rhodes on WrestleMania 40 Sunday will be contested under Bloodline Rules. ## After I win the North American Championship this Saturday at @WWENXT #StandAndDeliver I think we should find out! @avawwe_ can you book this match orrrr…? pic.twitter.com/DPA2hraDVl— DIJAK (@DijakWWE) April 2, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Match Orders For Both Nights Of WWE WrestleMania 40 Revealed
798 days ago
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Match Orders For Both Nights Of WWE WrestleMania 40 Revealed

The highly anticipated match order for WrestleMania 40 has reportedly been revealed, giving fans a glimpse into the two-night event's structure. ## This weekend, WWE will take over Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia for WrestleMania 40, featuring a stacked card with 13 confirmed matches. While the specific nights for each match were announced on Raw this week, wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer has now shed light on the official running order for both nights.## According to Meltzer's report on Wrestling Observer Radio, WrestleMania 40 will kick off with a bang, as Becky Lynch takes on Rhea Ripley for the Women's World Championship. This fulfills Lynch's previous desire to open the event.## Night two will begin with a heavyweight clash, as Seth "Freakin" Rollins defends his World Heavyweight Championship against Drew McIntyre. ## Here's a breakdown of the reported match order for both nights: ## Saturday, April 6 ## Rhea Ripley (c) vs. Becky Lynch (Women's World Championship)## Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship Ladder Match## Rey Mysterio & Dragon Lee vs. Santos Escobar & Dominik Mysterio## Jey Uso vs. Jimmy Uso## Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill & Naomi vs. Damage CTRL## Sami Zayn vs. Gunther (Intercontinental Championship)## Roman Reigns & The Rock vs. Seth Rollins & Cody Rhodes (Main Event) ## Sunday, April 7## Drew McIntyre vs. Seth Rollins (World Heavyweight Championship)## The Street Profits & Bobby Lashley vs. The Final Testament## LA Knight vs. AJ Styles## Logan Paul vs. Kevin Owens vs. Randy Orton (Triple Threat for the United States Championship)## Bayley vs. IYO SKY (Women's Championship)## Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns (Main Event)## While the card is subject to change, this reported order provides a roadmap for what promises to be an action-packed WrestleMania weekend. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE's Julius Creed Ties The Knot In Las Vegas
798 days ago
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WWE's Julius Creed Ties The Knot In Las Vegas

WWE Raw Superstar Julius Creed is officially a married man. The news came via social media, where his wife shared photos from their recent Las Vegas wedding. ## In a heartfelt caption, Julius' wife wrote, "My ride or die. My forever and always." Fellow WWE stars including Nikkita Lyons, Joaquin Wilde, and Edris Enofe showered the happy couple with congratulations in the comments section. ## This marks a new chapter for Julius, who alongside his brother Brutus Creed and their Diamond Mine teammate Ivy Nile, recently moved to the Raw roster. ## While the Creed Brothers won't be competing at WrestleMania 40 after their qualifying match loss, they certainly have a lot to celebrate outside the ring. ## We extend our congratulations to Julius and his wife as they embark on this exciting new journey together. ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Courtney Earnest (@courtney_ee) ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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