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Randy Orton Mocks Cody Rhodes With New Profile Picture After Brutal SmackDown Attack
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Randy Orton Mocks Cody Rhodes With New Profile Picture After Brutal SmackDown Attack

Randy Orton changed his profile picture on X to mock Cody Rhodes following his brutal attack on the March 13 SmackDown in Phoenix, Arizona. The new profile image shows Orton sitting with the WWE Championship while wearing a shirt that reads "RKO Cody," accompanied by the caption "#NewProfilePic." The social media post came days after Orton turned heel during a contract signing segment, attacking Rhodes with steel ring steps and leaving the Undisputed WWE Champion busted open ahead of their WrestleMania match.

4 months ago166 views
‘Totally Unprepared’ To Champion – LA Knight Praises WWE Star’s Progress
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‘Totally Unprepared’ To Champion – LA Knight Praises WWE Star’s Progress

LA Knight has praised a WWE star who he says arrived "totally unprepared" but has since become a champion. Knight commended the unnamed wrestler's progress from their initial unprepared state to championship success.

4 months ago135 views
Steve Austin Admits Huge Chip On His Shoulder Helped Fuel His Rise To WWE Stardom
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Steve Austin Admits Huge Chip On His Shoulder Helped Fuel His Rise To WWE Stardom

Steve Austin revealed on the Busted Open Podcast that having a "huge chip on his shoulder" from feeling overlooked early in his career helped fuel his rise to WWE stardom during the Attitude Era. Austin explained that after seven years in the business and being told he wasn't marketable, the frustration created a "f*** you" attitude that shaped his rebellious character and intense work ethic once he finally received his push. According to Austin, the years of fighting through obstacles made him determined not to lose his opportunity once he gained momentum with fans.

4 months ago137 views
Steve Austin Says He Has Moved On From the Stone Cold Persona
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Steve Austin Says He Has Moved On From the Stone Cold Persona

Steve Austin said on the Busted Open Podcast that he has moved on from his "Stone Cold" persona and is now focused on the next chapter of his life. While Austin acknowledged that wrestling was "the best job I ever had" and enjoys occasionally sharing fan-made memes on social media to relive memories, he emphasized that era "has been over for a long time" and he's now enjoying life at a different pace. Austin has stayed busy with projects outside wrestling including racing, business ventures, and spending time with family.

4 months ago161 views
LA Knight Reflects On Being Bray Wyatt’s Final WWE Opponent
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LA Knight Reflects On Being Bray Wyatt’s Final WWE Opponent

LA Knight has reflected on being the final WWE opponent of Bray Wyatt before Wyatt's death in 2023. The Raw star discussed his experience being Wyatt's last opponent in WWE.

4 months ago165 views
Steve Austin Explains How “Austin 3:16” Became Wrestling’s Unofficial Holiday
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Steve Austin Explains How “Austin 3:16” Became Wrestling’s Unofficial Holiday

Steve Austin appeared on the Busted Open Podcast for 3:16 Day and explained how his famous "Austin 3:16" catchphrase came together organically through audience reaction rather than as a planned branding move. Austin revealed that he improvised the iconic King of the Ring promo in 1996 after rushing back from the hospital where he received stitches, and added "And that's the bottom line, because Stone Cold said so" at the last second when he heard the segment wrapping up. More than thirty years later, Austin expressed gratitude that wrestling fans still celebrate the phrase as an unofficial holiday.

4 months ago190 views
Steve Austin Says Wrestling Lost Its “Outlaw Days” When Scripted Promos Took Over
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Steve Austin Says Wrestling Lost Its “Outlaw Days” When Scripted Promos Took Over

Steve Austin stated that professional wrestling lost its "outlaw days" when scripted promos became the standard, ending the creative freedom that defined the Attitude Era. Speaking on the Busted Open Podcast, Austin explained that when he returned from neck fusion surgery in the early 2000s, he was surprised to be handed a scripted promo, saying he had never worked that way before. Austin emphasized that the era he came up in allowed wrestlers to improvise and take creative risks naturally, which he believes no longer exists in the same way today.

4 months ago138 views
Steve Austin Says He Could Still Thrive In Today’s WWE Despite Scripted Era
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Steve Austin Says He Could Still Thrive In Today’s WWE Despite Scripted Era

Steve Austin stated during a recent appearance on the Busted Open Podcast that he believes he could still succeed in today's WWE despite the more scripted nature of modern programming. Austin compared the situation to legendary NFL running back Jim Brown, arguing that elite performers in any industry tend to succeed regardless of the era they compete in. The WWE Hall of Famer made these comments during a discussion about how the wrestling industry has evolved since his peak years during the Attitude Era.

4 months ago146 views
“Stone Cold” Steve Austin Open To WrestleMania 42 Appearance
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“Stone Cold” Steve Austin Open To WrestleMania 42 Appearance

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin said he is open to appearing at WrestleMania 42 if WWE reaches out, but believes the focus should remain on current WWE superstars. Speaking on Busted Open Radio, Austin reflected on his WrestleMania 41 appearance where he crashed an ATV into the ringside barricade and knocked down a fan while announcing the attendance, saying he was "so pissed off" about the mishap. Austin will be a featured guest at the WWE World convention during WrestleMania weekend in Las Vegas, with any potential WrestleMania involvement likely limited to an appearance rather than an in-ring return.

4 months ago182 views
WWE’s Move To Netflix Hasn’t Changed How Matches Are Designed
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WWE’s Move To Netflix Hasn’t Changed How Matches Are Designed

TJ Wilson stated that WWE's move to Netflix hasn't changed how matches are designed or structured behind the scenes, with producers still approaching match creation the same way they always have. Wilson noted that the biggest difference is that viewers outside the United States now see commercial breaks and have access to more of the show than before. He explained that WWE has already been operating in a streaming environment for years through the WWE Network, so the transition didn't significantly impact their creative process.

4 months ago184 views
How John Cena’s Hart Dungeon Visit Actually Came Together
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How John Cena’s Hart Dungeon Visit Actually Came Together

John Cena personally reached out to TJ Wilson about a week or two before visiting the Hart Dungeon training sessions run by Wilson and Natalya, simply texting to ask if he could attend. According to Wilson, Cena arrived early and spent hours answering trainees' questions, eventually running late for dinner plans with his wife because he continued sharing advice well past his expected departure time. Wilson praised Cena's commitment to mentoring the wrestlers, saying he was "holding nothing back" and "pouring out everything he knew" during the extended session.

4 months ago169 views
Daughter Of WWE Hall Of Famer Wants To ‘Earn’ Success In Wrestling, Not ‘Cheat’
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Daughter Of WWE Hall Of Famer Wants To ‘Earn’ Success In Wrestling, Not ‘Cheat’

The daughter of a WWE Hall of Famer has stated that she wants to "earn" her success in wrestling rather than "cheat" because of her father's status. She emphasized her desire to achieve success through her own efforts rather than relying on her family connections in the wrestling industry.

4 months ago137 views