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All Elite Wrestling commentator Kevin Kelly has reportedly been fired by the promotion, according to PWTorch. This news comes after Kelly's social media criticism of AEW announcer Ian Riccaboni and his role on the company's "Collision" program.## On March 7th, speculation began swirling when Kelly was removed from the AEW roster page. Later that night, during the tapings of "AEW Collision," Kelly was noticeably absent from the announcer's desk. Tony Schiavone and Nigel McGuinness handled commentary duties for the show.## Kelly had been a fixture on the "Collision" announce team since its launch. He previously held a long-standing role as part of the English announce team for New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW). However, AEW added Tony Schiavone to the "Collision" desk and positioned him as the lead play-by-play commentator, a move interpreted by some as a response to Kelly's perceived shortcomings.## The reasons behind Kelly's departure remain unconfirmed by AEW officials, but reports suggest his social media actions played a part. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Mercedes Mone, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE, has suggested she might return to the company someday. This comes despite her imminent debut for rival promotion All Elite Wrestling (AEW). ## Mone's WWE departure came in May 2022 when she and Naomi walked out of an episode of Monday Night Raw. The reigning Women's Tag Team Champions at the time, their exit became a major wrestling story.## In a recently revealed clip from an interview with Evan T Mack on Kick Rocks, Mone expresses her belief in a future WWE return. "I know I'm going to be back there one day," she said. "It's not over. I have a lot of unfinished business in wrestling in a lot of places."## This sentiment comes as Mone prepares for her AEW debut at "Dynamite: Big Business" on March 13th. Her tag team partner Naomi, however, did return to WWE, participating in the 2024 Royal Rumble.## Mone has been sidelined with an ankle injury since May 2023, but her upcoming appearance in AEW signifies a return to active wrestling. Whether her comments regarding WWE indicate a potential future return remains to be seen.## Credit: Fightful for the transcription ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Pro wrestling fans were sent into a frenzy on March 6th when Kazuchika Okada, the legendary "Rainmaker," made a shocking debut on AEW Dynamite. Following the path of former IWGP World Heavyweight Champions Will Ospreay and Jay White, Okada has officially become "All Elite." ## Okada's arrival isn't just a boost to the AEW roster; he's landed himself amongst friends. The Rainmaker has aligned himself with The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson), becoming the newest member of The Elite. This move fills the void left by Kenny Omega, who was recently "fired" by The Bucks for missing events without explanation. ## While details are murky on whether relocating to the US was an AEW mandate or Okada's own choice, reports indicate he'll be working a full-time schedule for the promotion. Fightful Select confirmed a multi-year deal for Okada, echoing reports of a three-year contract worth an estimated $4.5 million annually. ## While WWE was initially a rumored landing spot for Okada after his NJPW departure, the company denied any talks. However, sources revealed Okada did reach out to some WWE wrestlers while considering his options. ## With Omega's return shrouded in secrecy due to his ongoing battle with diverticulitis, the seeds have been sown for a potential dream match between him and Okada. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Sting's emotional retirement at AEW Revolution was nearly overshadowed by a behind-the-scenes maneuver from none other than Ric Flair. While legends like Magnum T.A., Lex Luger, and Nikita Koloff cheered Sting and Darby Allin to victory against The Young Bucks, "The Nature Boy" apparently had other plans.## According to Conrad Thompson on his podcast "What Happened When?", Flair desperately wanted to pull one last betrayal on Sting. Thompson revealed that Flair pressured him to lobby AEW President Tony Khan for a storyline twist where Flair would turn on Sting during the match.## "'Conrad will you go talk to Tony? You're friends with him, just go talk to him' and I'm like 'what are you talking about?'" recalled Thompson, highlighting Flair's attempt to shirk responsibility for the idea. "'Just go and talk to him, try to convince him, me turning on Sting is best for business.' I go 'Ric you work here, you're in the storyline, I think maybe you should tell him.'"## Apparently, Flair had already pitched the idea to Khan but wanted Thompson to act as a buffer. The audacity of the request was amplified by Flair's reported justification: "it's only worked 10 other times." ## Thankfully, for Sting's sake, the plan never came to fruition. Flair did end up getting involved in the match, albeit unintentionally, taking a pair of superkicks from The Young Bucks for his troubles. Instead of a final betrayal, Flair's actions served as a comedic footnote to Sting's legendary career. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Here are the complete results for this Friday's edition of AEW Rampage which takes place on March 8, 2024, at the Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. ## AEW Rampage airs every Friday at 11 pm ET on TNT in the United States. It is AEW's second weekly television show, positioned behind their flagship show, Dynamite. ## AEW Rampage Results March 8, 2024 Orange Cassidy & Trent Beretta (w/ Chuck Taylor) vs Kip Sabian & The Butcher (w/ The Blade) ## Beretta dodged a suplex and nailed Butcher with an enziguri. Sabian tagged in, but Cassidy and Beretta met him with a double shoulder block. Cassidy and Sabian traded pins in a flurry of near falls. Cassidy landed a spinning DDT on Sabian, but when he attempted the same on Butcher, the brute powered him into a backbreaker. Sabian followed with a spinning backbreaker on Cassidy for a one-count.## After the break, Cassidy used his signature laziness to break free from a double team and tag Beretta. Beretta unleashed a standing meteora and a series of brutal German suplexes on Sabian. In a moment of friendly fire, Butcher accidentally clotheslined his partner. Beretta capitalized with a high knee on Butcher. He then took the fight outside, hitting Butcher with a plancha, then back inside, taking down Sabian with a Saito suplex. A running knee nearly secured the win for Beretta.## Beretta attempted his finishing move, the Strong Zero, but Butcher cut him off with a boot. Butcher responded with a pump handle slam, and Sabian followed up with a double stomp off the top rope for another near fall. Beretta countered with a German suplex on Butcher. Seizing the opportunity, Cassidy blasted Sabian with an Orange Punch. Beretta then connected with the Strong Zero for the pinfall victory. ## WINNER: Orange Cassidy & Trent Beretta (w/ Chuck Taylor) ## Julia Hart vs Robyn Renegade for the TBS Championship ## Hart maintains her strong characterization throughout. The match followed "Dealer's Choice" rules, prohibiting top rope maneuvers. The crowd erupted with "Women's Wrestling!" chants at the outset. Hart dominated early, slamming Renegade's head on the mat and holding her in a choke against the ropes. She followed with a clean vertical suplex. ## Renegade rallied, escaping a chinlock and connecting with a shotgun dropkick in the corner. Hart countered with a corner clothesline and a lariat to the back of the head, then secured the win with the Hartless submission. This stands out as a rare AEW Rampage women's match that received significant in-show time. ## WINNER: Julia Hart ## Penta El Zero Miedo (w/ Alex Abrantes) vs Action Andretti ## Sling blades floored Andretti, but he countered with a spinning DDT. Penta stopped a plancha attempt with a hook kick and threw Andretti to the floor. Targeting the post, Penta whipped Andretti who evaded with a jump to the apron and a hurricanrana takedown.## After the break, Penta landed a superkick, but Andretti countered with a spanish fly. Andretti ate another superkick combo and a spinning death valley driver that nearly secured the win for Penta. Penta attempted the Fear Factor, but Andretti reversed with a poisoned rana for another near fall. Andretti went for a tornado DDT, but Penta countered with a vicious superkick. Penta finished Andretti with the Fear Factor for the pinfall victory. ## WINNER: Penta El Zero Miedo ## Top Flight vs Komander & Bryan Keith (w/ Alex Abrahantes) in a three-way match which also included Private Party ## The match erupted into a brawl within two minutes. Private Party tossed Komander and Keith outside, then Top Flight countered with dropkicks sending them flying. All six brawled on the floor.## After a commercial break, Keith attempted a tag to Komander, but Quen prevented him. Private Party maintained control with a double team on Keith in their corner. Keith countered a finisher attempt. He tagged in Darius Martin who turned the tide. Darius hit a flatliner/DDT combo on both Private Party members for a near fall.## Komander blind tagged in and struck Darius with a springboard dropkick. Private Party hit a combined 3D/Hot Shot on Komander for another near fall. Keith stopped another double team, and Komander almost won with a backslide.## Darius Martin took out Quen with a clothesline. Dante attempted his finisher on Komander, who countered with a near-fall cradle. Top Flight double-teamed Komander. Dante took out Keith with a superkick, then hit a diving attack on Private Party outside. Darius finished off Komander with a ripcord sit-out facebuster for the win. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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In a jaw-dropping turn of events on the latest episode of AEW Dynamite, wrestling legend Kazuchika Okada made a surprise debut, aligning himself with The Young Bucks and leaving fans worldwide in a state of disbelief. ## As The Young Bucks prepared to unleash their signature "EVP trigger" on Eddie Kingston, Okada emerged, seemingly poised to come to Kingston's aid. However, in a shocking twist, Okada planted a devastating "Rainmaker" on Kingston, instead siding with The Bucks. ## Prior to Okada's arrival, Matt and Nick Jackson, members of The Elite, addressed the group's internal struggles. They announced the indefinite suspension of Adam Page following his actions against a referee at AEW Revolution. Additionally, citing a lack of commitment due to his ongoing absence, The Young Bucks fired Kenny Omega from the faction. Omega had previously announced an indefinite hiatus in December 2023. ## Following the segment's conclusion, AEW President Tony Khan officially confirmed Okada's signing with the company, declaring him "All Elite" on social media. ## Okada's arrival in AEW sends shockwaves through the wrestling world. Having spent the majority of his career in New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW), Okada established himself as one of the industry's most celebrated wrestlers. During his 15-year tenure with NJPW, Okada captured the prestigious IWGP World Heavyweight Championship a record-breaking seven times and headlined numerous major events for the promotion. ## Kazuchika Okada is the newest member of the Elite!Watch #AEWDynamite LIVE on TBS!@rainmakerXokada | @YoungBucks pic.twitter.com/p5aDipuA1x— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) March 7, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Long-awaited AEW returnee Adam Copeland, known to wrestling fans as Edge, ignited a fiery rivalry with Christian Cage on the latest episode of Dynamite. ## Following a singles victory by Killswitch, Copeland made a dramatic entrance, engaging in a brawl with Wayne and Killswitch before chasing Cage out of the arena. In a shocking turn of events, Copeland stole a car, adding a layer of chaos to the already heated situation. ## Fueling the animosity, Copeland branded Cage a "coward" for fleeing the scene and subsequently challenged him to a brutal "I Quit" match on the upcoming March 20th episode of Dynamite in Toronto. This challenge was promptly accepted by AEW President Tony Khan, setting the stage for a highly anticipated showdown. ## This upcoming encounter marks the third singles match between the two veterans. Their previous clashes, one on the December 6th Dynamite and another at the Worlds End pay-per-view later that month, likely left unresolved issues simmering beneath the surface. ## Adam Copeland is back!Watch #AEWDynamite LIVE on TBS!@RatedRCope | @Luchasaurus | @TheNickWayne | @Christian4Peeps | #MotherWayne pic.twitter.com/lA0ShAOH01— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) March 7, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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AEW Revolution, headlined by Sting's last match, brought in a successful turnout and impressive revenue for the wrestling promotion, according to Venues Now, the event drew 16,118 fans, exceeding expectations for a family show, and generated over $1 million in ticket sales.## Fans also spent heavily on concessions and merchandise, with total revenue exceeding $1 million from these sources alone. The event generated about $306,242 in revenue, with an average food and beverage spend per person of $19 (excluding suites). ## Merchandise: $349,000 in gross sales, with most retail items selling out. ## The main event of AEW Revolution featured Sting's last match, where he teamed with Darby Allin to retain the AEW Tag Team Championships against The Young Bucks. This highly anticipated bout likely played a significant role in attracting fans and contributing to the event's success. ## The event's performance, exceeding expectations for a "family show" according to the venue's Deputy Director, indicates that AEW Revolution was a well-received event, generating healthy revenue from ticket sales, concessions, and merchandise sales. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Legendary wrestling commentator Jim Ross has signed a new contract with All Elite Wrestling (AEW), as he revealed on the latest episode of his podcast, Grilling JR. ## Ross's previous contract was set to expire on February 14th, but the new deal signifies his continued commitment to the company. He described the negotiation process as the "quickest and easiest" of his 50-year career, attributing it to AEW President Tony Khan's appreciation for his work. ## While specific details haven't been disclosed, Ross mentioned a one-year term and an increased focus on pay-per-view events, including commentary roles and potential involvement in the growing number of big shows planned by AEW.## "I'm very happy to do that," Ross said about potentially focusing on pay-per-views. "We're adding more pay-per-views and big events. I'll be involved in some degree with those."## Ross also expressed his satisfaction with the financial terms of the agreement, highlighting Khan's effort to secure his continued presence in AEW. He recovered from a recent broken hip and continues his rehabilitation at home.## This new contract ensures that fans will continue to hear the iconic voice of Jim Ross calling major AEW events, particularly pay-per-views, for at least another year.## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Here are the complete spoiler results for the March 8 episode of AEW Rampage which was tapped on March 6, 2024, at the Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. ## AEW Rampage airs every Friday at 10 pm ET on TNT in the United States. It is AEW's second weekly television show, positioned behind their flagship show, Dynamite.## AEW Rampage Spoilers For 2/23/24 ## Orange Cassidy and Trent Beretta defeated The Butcher and Kip Sabian ## AEW TBS Champion Julia Hart defeated Robyn Renegade via submission ## Penta defeated Action Andretti ## Top Flight defeated Bryan Keith & Komander and Private Party ## Orange Cassidy’s back! pic.twitter.com/bh44fhw4Z4— The House that Kami Built (@KamitronPTW) March 7, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Here are the full results for this Wednesday's AEW Dynamite Episode which is slated to air live on March 6, 2024, at the Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. ## AEW Dynamite airs every Wednesday at 8 pm ET on TBS in the United States. In Canada, AEW Dynamite is available through the TSN website. In India, AEW Dynamite airs on Eurosport every Thursday at 6:30 AM IST.## The show is available on the TSN Direct streaming service at 10 pm Eastern, the same time that the show will air live on TNT and FITE TV.## AEW Dynamite Results March 6, 2024: Highlights ## -Keep refreshing the page for the latest update! ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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WWE acknowledged Sting's retirement on Monday Night Raw, following his emotional and action-packed final match at AEW Revolution. ## During the opening match of Raw, commentator Michael Cole congratulated "another great champion" on their retirement, referencing Sting's nearly 40-year career. He also expressed appreciation for Sting's contributions to the wrestling world, thanking him for the memories. ## Co-commentator Pat McAfee further acknowledged the legend, calling Sting's final match at AEW Revolution "absolutely epic." While avoiding mentioning AEW directly, it was clear to fans who were aware of the event.## This gesture by WWE is notable as they typically avoid acknowledging wrestlers or events from other promotions. However, Sting's iconic status and his history with WWE, including an induction into their Hall of Fame, seem to have prompted this rare exception.## Sting's retirement match at AEW Revolution saw him and his partner, Darby Allin, successfully defend the AEW World Tag Team Championships against The Young Bucks. This victory allowed Sting to retire as a champion, solidifying his legendary career.## While Sting's in-ring career may be over, this acknowledgement by WWE suggests a level of respect and recognition for his immense impact on the wrestling industry. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...