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WWE NXT's viewership increased slightly this week following its lowest totals of the year the previous week. The show's ratings report covers the March 3, 2026 episode.
David Finlay made his AEW debut on the March 4, 2026 episode of Dynamite, attacking Darby Allin and Orange Cassidy before aligning with Gabe Kidd and Clark Connors to form a new faction called "THE DOGS." According to a Wrestling Observer Newsletter report, WWE had planned for Finlay to lead a second-generation wrestler faction in NXT that would have included Lexis King, Stacks Lorenzo, Arianna Grace, and his younger brother Uriah Connors (Brogan Finlay). The report indicates Finlay was interested in working more frequently in the United States after becoming a father, as American promotions offered a better travel schedule than Japanese companies.
Brian Knobbs has launched another GoFundMe campaign to help cover medical bills related to infections and repeated hospital stays, with the fundraiser raising over $39,000 toward its $50,000 goal. WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley promoted the campaign on his Instagram Story and announced he will auction shirts at his upcoming live shows to help raise additional money for Knobbs. The latest fundraiser has drawn some skepticism from fans online due to Knobbs having launched multiple GoFundMe campaigns over the years.
Brian "Road Dogg" James has left WWE's creative team after being unhappy with his annual performance review, according to Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. James resigned from his position as co-lead writer for SmackDown after more than a decade with WWE's creative process since returning to the company in 2014. His departure coincides with several changes to WWE's writing structure, including Alexandra Williams being promoted to Vice President and Lead Writer for Monday Night Raw.
Bianca Belair's lingering finger injury has forced WWE to scrap original plans for her to challenge Jade Cargill for the WWE Women's Championship at WrestleMania 42, according to Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Belair was reportedly scheduled to win either the Royal Rumble or Elimination Chamber to earn the title shot, but complications from her broken knuckle suffered at WrestleMania 41 have extended her recovery beyond initial expectations. WWE has pivoted their creative direction, with Rhea Ripley now challenging Cargill after winning the Women's Elimination Chamber match.
Brian 'Road Dogg' James has parted ways with WWE this week, leaving his role in creative. An update has emerged regarding his departure from the company.
An update has emerged regarding Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide stars signing new contracts with WWE and the future of the brand.
Drew McIntyre has expressed displeasure about having to defend his WWE Title against Cody Rhodes on SmackDown. McIntyre is reportedly considering legal options to avoid facing Rhodes in the match.
A WWE source has addressed criticism of Triple H's booking decisions. The source reflected on online criticism regarding the booking process and acknowledged the challenges that Triple H faces as an executive.
LA Knight was eliminated by Logan Paul in the Elimination Chamber match, leaving his WrestleMania 42 status unclear. During a March 5, 2026 appearance on The Coach's Corner, Knight admitted he doesn't know what WWE has planned for him at WrestleMania 42, explaining that uncertainty is common in wrestling and performers sometimes don't learn their plans until very late in the process. Despite the uncertainty, Knight expressed excitement about WrestleMania week in Las Vegas and noted that the city holds special meaning for him after years of living in nearby Los Angeles.
WWE SmackDown on March 6, 2026 will feature Drew McIntyre defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes, with the match made official by Nick Aldis after McIntyre interfered in Rhodes' Elimination Chamber match. The show will also include a confrontation between Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill following Ripley's Elimination Chamber victory that earned her a WrestleMania 42 spot, plus a celebration by new WWE Women's Tag Team Champions Nia Jax and Lash Legend.
Aleister Black addressed rumors about his Royal Rumble absence, stating that he was originally scheduled for the match but was removed so a planned storyline with Randy Orton could start in a more meaningful way rather than getting lost in the chaos of the Royal Rumble. Black denied speculation that his tattoos caused his removal from the Saudi Arabia event, explaining that while his tattoos were a concern when WWE first started running Saudi shows years ago, that issue is no longer relevant.