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Sol Ruca did not expect to receive a positive crowd reaction during her main roster debut. She praised WWE for their approach of integrating NXT stars onto Raw and SmackDown before their official call-ups to the main roster.
Ludwig Kaiser's attorney filed a supplemental motion requesting permission for out-of-state and international travel while his misdemeanor battery case remains active in Orange County, Florida, with prosecutors indicating they do not object to the request. The timing is significant as Kaiser has a featured AAA match scheduled for May 30 in Mexico, where he is booked to face Chad Gable in a Mask vs. Mask match at AAA Noche de Los Grandes. Kaiser previously turned himself in on May 20 after an arrest warrant was issued related to an alleged April 23 incident in Orlando, posted $1,000 bond, and entered a written plea of not guilty.
Sol Ruca teased that she has "a few tricks up her sleeve" regarding plans to use her Sol Snatcher finishing move against Becky Lynch at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. The match between Ruca and Lynch is scheduled for the upcoming Saturday Night's Main Event event.
WWE SmackDown on May 22, 2026 will feature Talla Tonga vs. Shinsuke Nakamura, with the match stemming from a backstage confrontation where Nakamura was blindsided by Talla after attempting to speak with Tama Tonga. The show will air from Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky at 8 PM ET on USA Network and will be available on-demand, with international viewers able to watch on streaming platforms like Netflix.
WWE ID talent are no longer allowed to use their independent wrestling names and must now perform under WWE-assigned names for all appearances, according to BodySlam.net. Several wrestlers in the program have already made the transition, including Aricia Demia now going by Anya Rune, Notorious Mimi using Sloane Jacobs, and Starboy Charlie performing as Chazz Starboy Hall. The new rule appears designed to establish cleaner branding across EVOLVE, WWE ID events, and developmental programming by giving WWE control over talent identities before they reach NXT or the main roster.
Sol Ruca discussed her WWE journey since making her debut and addressed the adjustments she has made since moving from NXT to the main roster on Raw. She acknowledged that she still gets nervous but believes she is in her current position for a reason because WWE sees something in her.
AJ Styles announced on the Phenomenally Retro podcast that he is giving wrestlers permission to use his signature moves, including the Styles Clash and Phenomenal Forearm, after his retirement. Styles revealed that Dragon Lee recently reached out for permission to use the Styles Clash, and he extended an open invitation to any wrestler wanting to use his moves. He specifically mentioned that Will Ospreay already uses a version of the Phenomenal Forearm and expressed hope that his moves will continue to exist in professional wrestling for years to come.
Asuka addressed speculation about her WWE future in a YouTube video, confirming she remains under contract while stating that her decade-long presence with the company "became something everyone took for granted." The former Women's Champion indicated fans may see her less frequently going forward, saying "if you ever catch a glimpse of me, you better cherish it because it's going to be rare," while emphasizing she could still appear unexpectedly.
Asuka has provided an update on her WWE status, stating that her appearances with the company will be "rare" going forward. She indicated that her situation involved a personal matter and that she reached out to WWE to discuss it with them.
Asuka addressed rumors about her WWE future in a YouTube video, confirming she stepped away for personal reasons after speaking with WWE but pushing back against suggestions she can no longer perform at the highest level. The speculation began after her loss to Iyo Sky at WWE Backlash 2026 and emotional farewell scenes, with WWE sources reportedly describing her as "semi-retired" while handling family matters in Japan. Asuka stated she remains officially with WWE and teased potential surprise appearances, though she hinted her future appearances may be less frequent.
WWE Hall of Famer Rey Mysterio announced during an appearance on the Duke Loves Rasslin podcast that he is partnering with Footballco to launch an official Team Mexico-inspired World Cup soccer jersey. The collaboration blends pro wrestling, soccer culture, and premium streetwear, and was announced while Mysterio was promoting his upcoming appearance at River City Wrestling Con on June 6 in St. Augustine, Florida.
WWE quietly removed Triple H from the company's internal active talent roster in May 2026, nearly seven years after his final match. According to PWInsider Elite, Triple H had remained listed under WWE's "Misc" category for inactive performers despite officially retiring from in-ring competition in 2022 following a cardiac event. His final official match took place at a live event in Tokyo in June 2019, where he teamed with Shinsuke Nakamura to defeat Bobby Roode and AJ Styles.