
Booker T Believes New Day Are Heading To AEW, Still 'First-Ballot' WWE HOFers
Booker T believes that Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods are heading to AEW. Despite this potential move, Booker T still considers them "first-ballot" WWE Hall of Famers.
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Booker T believes that Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods are heading to AEW. Despite this potential move, Booker T still considers them "first-ballot" WWE Hall of Famers.

MVP criticized Triple H on his Marking Out podcast, arguing that Triple H rarely elevated other WWE talent throughout his career compared to The Undertaker. MVP stated he could only think of Randy Orton and Batista as wrestlers that Triple H helped get over, and cited Jeff Hardy as an example of someone who didn't receive a proper losing reaction from Triple H that would have elevated Hardy as a babyface star. MVP claimed his criticism comes from firsthand experience working with Triple H backstage.

AEW star Bobby Lashley criticized WWE's decision to release Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods from The New Day, calling it "a fumble." Lashley stated that WWE made a mistake by letting the two wrestlers go.

Jeff Jarrett commented on WWE's recent releases on his podcast, following WWE's decision to release nearly 30 Superstars in their annual post-WrestleMania cuts. Jarrett stated that "nobody is safe" regarding the WWE releases.

WWE's Kit Wilson has explained why he considers it "an honor" to work with The Miz both on-screen and behind the scenes. Wilson praised the WWE veteran in his comments about their working relationship.

WWE international talent scout Jim Smallman revealed that "connection to an audience" is the most important attribute he looks for when recruiting new talent for the company.

Former WWE star David Otunga has tough love advice for wrestlers who were recently released from WWE. Otunga wants those who were let go from the company to hear his message.

Brock Lesnar remains listed as an active performer on WWE's internal roster despite his apparent retirement at WrestleMania 42. An update has emerged regarding Lesnar's current WWE status and in-ring future.

Ireland's push to host WWE WrestleMania is being viewed internally as a long-term project facing two major obstacles, according to a new report from Fightful Select. The first challenge is financial, as Ireland would need to match at least the $6 million bid Las Vegas submitted to secure WrestleMania, while the second concern involves weather issues since the proposed venue Croke Park lacks a roof for an outdoor event. Despite these hurdles, estimates suggest WrestleMania could generate nearly €300 million for the Irish economy, with supporters pointing to successful NFL games and upcoming soccer matches at Croke Park as proof the venue can handle major international events.

According to Dave Meltzer, WWE has been considering one aspect of the upcoming John Cena Classic for the last fifteen years. This comes amid confusion surrounding the event.

Kevin Owens was backstage at WWE Backlash 2026 despite not appearing on the show, according to PWInsider. The former world champion is still recovering from neck surgery he underwent in July 2025 following his last match against Sami Zayn at Elimination Chamber 2025, and there remains no official timetable for his return to active competition.

Cody Rhodes revealed that Nintendo sent him a cease and desist letter over his use of the Triforce symbol from The Legend of Zelda franchise on his wrestling boots during his original WWE run in the late 2000s and early 2010s. Rhodes explained that he connected the symbol's themes of power, courage, and wisdom to wrestling and life, and noted that Nintendo's cease and desist was polite and that he wasn't the first person to receive one for using the Triforce.