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WWE Considered Different Finish for Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk at WrestleMania 42

WWE considered having CM Punk defeat Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 42 before dropping the title back to Reigns at Backlash, according to Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Instead, WWE went with Reigns winning the match outright after a violent back-and-forth contest that featured multiple finisher attempts and ringside spots involving steel steps and the announce table. Reigns ultimately secured the victory with back-to-back spears, re-establishing himself at the top of the title picture after two years without holding a world championship.

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“I Also Dig Crazy Chicks” – WWE NXT Star Tatum Paxley Reacts To AJ Lee Praise

WWE NXT star Tatum Paxley has responded to praise from former WWE Divas Champion AJ Lee. Lee recently offered to adopt Paxley in a message, with Paxley reacting by saying "I Also Dig Crazy Chicks."

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Newly-Returned WWE Star Paige Says This Latest Run Is Probably Her Last As A Wrestler

WWE star Paige returned at WrestleMania 42 and has stated that this current run will probably be her last as a professional wrestler.

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Jade Cargill Unsure About Rematch After Losing WWE Women’s Title at WrestleMania 42

Jade Cargill lost the WWE Women's Championship to Rhea Ripley at WrestleMania 42, ending her 169-day reign. Speaking on the Battleground podcast on April 24, 2026, Cargill expressed uncertainty about receiving a rematch, stating she has "no idea" what comes next and noting that automatic rematches aren't guaranteed in WWE, citing her own experience of not getting a rematch after defeating Tiffany Stratton.

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EVIL Inks Deal With WWE After NJPW Departure

PWInsider has confirmed that former IWGP Heavyweight Champion EVIL has signed with WWE following his departure from NJPW earlier this year. The expectation in Japan is that he will not keep the EVIL ring name when he debuts with WWE, and there are reportedly differing visions between EVIL and WWE about whether he should start in NXT or go straight to the main roster.

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WWE Sign Former NJPW Star EVIL

WWE has reportedly signed former NJPW star EVIL, who is a former IWGP Heavyweight Champion. EVIL departed the Japan-based promotion this year.

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WWE HOFer Ric Flair Explains Ban From WrestleMania, Tried To Fight Ludwig Kaiser

Ric Flair revealed that WWE banned him from appearing at this year's WrestleMania due to an altercation he had with Ludwig Kaiser. The WWE Hall of Famer explained that the incident with Kaiser was the reason behind his exclusion from the event.

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JBL Defends CM Punk After Phone-Smacking Incident During WrestleMania Weekend

WWE Hall of Famer JBL defended CM Punk's actions during a WrestleMania 42 weekend incident where Punk knocked a fan's phone out of their hand while the person was filming near AJ Lee and Bayley at the MGM Grand. Speaking on Something To Wrestle on April 24, 2026, JBL said he doesn't blame Punk and would have "probably done the same thing" because Punk was protecting his wife. The fan involved has stated they won't pursue legal action and only want an apology from Punk.

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WWE Star Seth Rollins Walks Off Set Of NFL Network's Good Morning Football

WWE's Seth Rollins was a guest on NFL Network's Good Morning Football but walked off the set after the host ridiculed WWE. Rollins, described as an ardent football fan, was goaded into leaving during the appearance.

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Locker Room Reaction to Sol Ruca’s Scary Fall on WWE NXT Revealed

Sol Ruca suffered a scary fall during her Last Woman Standing match with Zaria at NXT Revenge, missing a table and hitting the back of her head before crashing through another table, resulting in a deep cut on her scalp that required staples. According to Kendal Grey speaking on the Mark Hoke Show Pro Wrestling Radio Show, the entire locker room watching backstage was left speechless and concerned by the incident. Despite the serious nature of the injury, Ruca returned backstage with a positive attitude, smiling and saying "Heck yeah" while holding a towel to her head, which provided relief to her worried colleagues.

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Jordynne Grace Admits She and Giulia Got in Trouble Over Scary Spots in NXT Match

Jordynne Grace confirmed that she and Giulia got in trouble with WWE officials following their hard-hitting match on the May 6, 2025 episode of NXT due to multiple dangerous neck bumps that were deemed "too much." Grace revealed that she was unaware WWE performs the Michinoku Driver differently than in Japan, contributing to one of the concerning spots where Giulia took a hard landing on her neck. Despite the backstage backlash, Grace expressed that she loved the match and cannot wait to wrestle Giulia again.

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AJ Styles Breaks Down What He Looks for While Scouting WWE Talent

AJ Styles has revealed his approach to scouting WWE talent after transitioning from in-ring competition to a scouting and mentoring role. Speaking on the Phenomenally Retro podcast on April 24, 2026, Styles outlined five key qualities he looks for in potential talent: athletic ability, charisma, wrestling skills, mic work, and drive. Rather than seeking performers who excel in all areas, Styles said he focuses on finding talent with one or two strong qualities that can be developed, stating "I don't need you to have all five" and emphasizing that performers can improve their weakest areas at the Performance Center.

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