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Questions remain about WWE name rights in the company's partnership deal with TNA Wrestling. Sean Ross Sapp reported on Fightful Select that when he inquired about name usage, merchandise, and theme songs being part of the WWE-TNA agreement, he was told those elements are not included in the deal.
Former WWE star John Cena congratulated the team behind a McMahon family member's Oscar-nominated movie project. The McMahon family member received an Oscar nomination for their involvement in a film project.
Tommaso Ciampa's departure from WWE was amicable with no anger from Triple H, according to Sean Ross Sapp during a Fightful Select Q&A. WWE kept Ciampa in a storyline with Ilja Dragunov until late in his deal that made him look good on television. Ciampa debuted in AEW last week and won the TNT Championship from Mark Briscoe in his first match.
According to a Fightful Select Q&A, WWE's belief as of the start of the year was that Brock Lesnar was planned for SummerSlam 2026, which is set for Minnesota. Sean Ross Sapp reported this information but noted he wasn't sure whether WWE would tie it into a retirement angle. Lesnar appeared at the 2026 Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia but did not win the match, and had a run-in with Oba Femi during the event.
Fans at the 2026 Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia chanted "We Want Vince" and "You f**ed up" at Triple H during the post-show segment, but WWE sources indicate there has been no internal reaction backstage to the crowd hostility. According to Sean Ross Sapp on Fightful Select, Triple H has faced similar negative crowd reactions since WWE introduced the permanent post-show format at SummerSlam 2025, including chants of "AEW" and "You f**ed up" after John Cena's retirement match in December 2025. Despite the repeated incidents, WWE has no plans to scale back Triple H's post-show involvement or adjust the format.
CM Punk explained in a Complex News interview that while he enjoys cage matches when there's a logical reason for them, he has no interest in participating in Inferno matches because he doesn't want to be set on fire. Punk emphasized that he prefers match stipulations that serve a purpose rather than just being flashy spectacle, citing classic matches like Valentine and Piper's dog collar match as examples that still hold up today.
WWE star Seth Rollins believes it's harder to be a successful villain long-term than it was during pro wrestling's past. Rollins broke down why he feels it's difficult to be a successful heel in the current wrestling landscape.
After her return at the Royal Rumble in Riyadh, further details have emerged regarding Brie Bella and her future in WWE. However, the specific details of these future plans were not disclosed in the available information.
A WWE SmackDown star has pitched the idea of taking over as NXT General Manager. This pitch comes following the recent departure of a fellow roster member from the company.
R-Truth and Road Dogg discussed Truth's WWE release on the second season of "WWE Unreal." The former tag team partners and close friends described Truth's release as "gut-wrenching" during their conversation on the show.
Former WWE star Sonya Deville has explained why she valued her time away from professional wrestling. Deville discussed how her break from the squared circle provided mental and professional resets for her.
WWE NXT Women's North American Champion Izzi Dame has revealed lessons she has learned from veteran wrestlers Charlotte Flair and Shawn Spears. Dame detailed the guidance she received from both wrestling veterans.