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NJPW Star on Verge of Signing Dual AEW Deal Despite WWE Interest

NJPW star David Finlay is reportedly on the verge of signing a dual contract with AEW and New Japan Pro Wrestling, despite his interest in joining WWE. According to a February 2, 2026 report from Self Made Pro, Finlay has not submitted formal notice of departure to NJPW but is actively exploring U.S. wrestling opportunities, with the potential deal allowing him to work primarily for AEW while making appearances in Japan when needed.

WWE NXT NA Champ Izzi Dame Reflects On Moving From Volleyball To Pro Wrestling

NXT Women's North American Champion Izzi Dame has discussed her transition from playing volleyball in Cyprus to pursuing a career in professional wrestling with WWE. Dame reflected on how she moved from the volleyball court to competing in WWE's NXT brand.

Ava Took Down Her Twitter Account by Choice After Anti-ICE Post

Ava deactivated her Twitter/X account on February 1, 2026, hours after posting an anti-ICE message in response to a fatal shooting of an ICU nurse by federal agents in Minneapolis. According to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio, the decision to deactivate the account was entirely Ava's choice and she was not forced to do so by WWE or anyone else. This occurred shortly after Ava's WWE departure was confirmed on January 30, following her final NXT appearance on January 27.

Rumored Brock Lesnar Match Not Locked In for WrestleMania 42

Despite a significant face-off during the 2026 Men's Royal Rumble, a singles match between Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar is not guaranteed for WrestleMania 42. Dave Meltzer reported on Wrestling Observer Radio that WWE hasn't made the match official and nothing is set in stone behind the scenes. During the Royal Rumble, Femi entered at #1 and lasted 39 minutes before Lesnar eliminated him with a German suplex, though Lesnar was subsequently eliminated by Cody Rhodes and LA Knight.

WWE NXT Preview for February 3, 2026: Confirmed Matches, Start Time and How to Watch

The February 3, 2026 episode of WWE NXT will feature an NXT Championship Ladder Match headlining the show, with Ricky Saints, Shiloh Hill, Sean Legacy, Jackson Drake, Dion Lennox, Keanu Carver, and possibly Joe Hendry competing for the vacant title after Oba Femi vacated it last month. Other confirmed matches include Izzi Dame defending the NXT Women's North American Championship against Lola Vice and Thea Hail in a triple-threat match, and ZaRuca challenging The Elegance Brand for the TNA Knockouts World Tag Team Championship. Tony D'Angelo is also scheduled to appear and explain his actions after being released from custody following last week's events.

Dominik Mysterio Comments On WWE Raw Return

Dominik Mysterio has commented on his WWE Raw return after being sidelined due to injury since December 20 of last year.

WWE Star Plans To Become Youngest World Champion

A WWE star who signed with the company in 2023 has plans to become WWE's youngest World Champion. The wrestler's specific identity was not disclosed in the report.

Natalya Praises WWE Backstage Names After Royal Rumble

Natalya, now known as Nattie, praised several WWE backstage personnel following the Royal Rumble event in Riyadh. The WWE wrestler expressed appreciation for multiple behind-the-scenes figures after the pay-per-view concluded.

WWE Star Addresses Revisiting Botched Spot With Randy Orton

Piper Niven Addresses Potential WWE Return After Rumors of Career Ending Injury

Piper Niven addressed her wrestling future on social media, revealing she still doesn't have clear answers about her injury status five months after her last match on the August 22, 2025 edition of SmackDown. Niven explained that on bad days she can't stand up for more than a few minutes, but expressed her desire to return to wrestling and asked fans to keep their fingers crossed for her. Reports from September had suggested Niven could be dealing with a "career-ending" injury.

Roman Reigns Chooses WWE WrestleMania Opponent After Confrontation With CM Punk On Raw

Roman Reigns returned to WWE for the first time since Survivor Series and won the Royal Rumble. Following a confrontation with CM Punk on Raw, Reigns has chosen his opponent for WWE WrestleMania.

WWE’s Piper Niven Issues Statement, ‘Hopes’ To Return To Wrestling After Serious Injury

WWE star Piper Niven has issued a statement expressing her hope to return to wrestling following serious injury issues. The wrestler is currently dealing with injury problems that have kept her away from the ring.