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A new bout has been set for AEW Collision. On the August 21 edition of AEW Dynamite, it was announced that Top Flight (Dante Martin & Darius Martin) and Lio Rush will face the trio of Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, and PAC on the August 24 edition of Collision. The...

Top Flight/Lio Rush To Face PAC/Blackpool Combat Club In London Ladders Qualifying Bout On 8/24 AEW Collision

Mandy Rose thinks that WWE is in a good place. The Triple H regime has been garnering praise from current and former wrestlers for months now, with many of them stating that 'The Game' has improved the state of WWE's creative and in-ring products. Mandy Rose is very familiar with...

Mandy Rose: WWE Is In A Really Good Place, I Think They Needed This New Regime

On the August 21st episode of AEW Dynamite, Toni Storm defended the AEW Women's World Championship against Saraya. The former stablemates in The Outcasts battled back and forth, and Storm emerged victorious. After the bell, Storm celebrated her victory, and Mariah May blindsided her. Just as she did when she...

Toni Storm Doesn't Watch For The Shoe, Gets Attacked By Mariah May On 8/21 AEW Dynamite

Tommy Billington learned a lesson from The Learning Tree. On the August 21st episode of AEW Dynamite, "Dynamite Kid" Tommy Billington faced FTW Champion Chris Jericho. Billington delivered a valiant effort, but interference from Big Bill helped Jericho emerge victorious. In a digital exclusive, Billington commented on his loss. "What’s...

Tommy Billington: Next Time You See Me, I'm Coming To Invade, Kill, And Conquer

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

On the August 20th episode of NXT, Fallon Henley, Jacy Jayne, and Jazmyn Nyx were officially named "The Fatal Influence." The group discussed those who went to "dirty wrestling schools" or were Division 1 Athletes who only made it to WWE because of their social media following. Fallon & Jacy...

Fallon Henley, Jacy Jayne, And Jazmyn Nyx Named 'Fatal Influence' On 8/20 NXT

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In troubling news, PostWrestling.com has reported that TNA talent Rich Swann was arrested back in June for disorderly public intoxication and causing a disturbance. According to the police report that has just been discovered, Swann attempted to forcefully enter an apartment and later caused a woman distress by following her. Police would, therefore, arrest Swann with it alleged he smelt of alcohol and his speech was slurred. Additionally, it was noted that Swann had been arrested for the same offense in September 2022, although that didn’t get picked up by the media at the time. However, with TNA having now been made aware of these arrests, the promotion has issued a statement disclosing that their former World Champion has entered rehab and is suspended while an investigation is carried out. 33-year-old Swann looked set for big things when he signed for WWE in 2015, although after being arrested for domestic violence against his wife and fellow wrestler Su Yung, he departed the company, with it claimed to be by mutual agreement. Still, despite his reputation being tarnished, after the charges were dropped due to insufficient evidence, he began getting booked again, leading to him joining TNA, then called Impact Wrestling in 2018.

TNA Suspends Former Champion Following Arrest

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Though Roman Reigns has been back in the WWE Universe for a few weeks now, making his triumphant return at SummerSlam and appearing on both episodes of SmackDown since costing Solo Sikoa the WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes, one aspect of his presentation has been sorely lacking: “The Wiseman” Paul Heyman.

Paul Heyman plans to rejoin Roman Reigns on WWE TV, but there's a catch

WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry recently appeared on Busted Open Radio, where he talked about a number of topics including the differences between WWE and AEW backstage. Henry said, “The WWE has an advantage because they have experience and time on their side.” “AEW’s a young company, and it needs to have the screws tightened still. And some decisions have to be made: who’s gonna run the show? And how soon can you get to work?”

Mark Henry Discusses The Differences Between AEW And WWE Backstage

Roman Reigns is no longer advertised for upcoming SmackDown. WWE.com has removed Roman Reigns from its advertising for the September 13 episode of WWE SmackDown. His profile has been removed from the Featured Superstars list and Tiffany Stratton has replaced him on the main banner. Roman was part of the...

Roman Reigns No Longer Advertised For 9/13 WWE SmackDown

Bryan Danielson discusses using Europe's "Final Countdown" for his theme song in AEW. Europe's "Final Countdown" was Bryan Danielson's theme song in Ring of Honor, and when it was known that Danielson was heading to AEW, some fans expected and hoped that the song would return. However, that was not the case upon his debut at AEW All Out 2021.

Bryan Danielson Says He Never Tried To Bring ‘Final Countdown’ With Him For AEW Debut

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

Claudio Castagnoli teases that good stuff is in store. As of this writing. Claudio Castagnoli has not been announced for AEW All In. However, he will challenge Kazuchika Okada for the AEW Continental Championship on the August 21st episode of AEW Dynamite. Speaking with Liam Crowley of ComicBook, Castagnoli was...

Claudio Castagnoli On Potentially Competing At AEW All In: I Guess We Have To Wait And See

Tony Khan is excited to have Britt Baker back in AEW. On the July 31st episode of AEW Dynamite, Mercedes Mone noted that Britt Baker had been suspended by Matthew Jackson & Nicholas Jackson for her actions at San Diego ComicCon. The suspension turned out to be more than a storyline beat as the Wrestling Observer first reported that Baker was suspended after an incident involving Baker, MJF, and Alicia Atout.

Tony Khan: Britt Baker Is Fantastic. It's Great Having Her Back In AEW

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As anybody who has ever watched pro wrestling will tell you, WWE legend Bret Hart has no love lost for the company’s former owner, Vince McMahon. In fact, Hart revealed in McMahon’s downfall when he was forced out of the company due to several sexual assault allegations. Now, the Canadian superstar is once again airing […]
The post WWE Legend Bret Hart Joyfully Recalls Knocking Out Vince McMahon In Backstage Fight appeared first on BroBible.

WWE Legend Bret Hart Joyfully Recalls Knocking Out Vince McMahon In Backstage Fight

Jennifer Pepperman comments on her future as a Director in Hollywood. Jennifer Pepperman is currently the vice president of content direction at AEW. Prior to that, she was a writer and producer for WWE. During her time in WWE, Pepperman used all of her vacation time in 2022 to shoot a short-form series called After Forever, which is currently on Amazon Prime.

Jennifer Pepperman Won't Close The Door On Directing Career, But Feels 'Extremely Lucky' To Be With AEW

Recently, there has been a lot of talk online regarding Ricky Stark’s future, with him not having been featured on AEW television since March. Additionally, when you add that his contract is known to be expiring later this year, many suspect he may intend to join his close friend Cody Rhodes in WWE. And now, indicating that it is a genuine possibility, Fightful Select has reported that WWE has a significant interest in the former NWA wrestler. 34-year-old Starks signed with AEW in 2020 after an impressive tryout match against Cody Rhodes on Dynamite. Subsequently, he became very good friends with his opponent on the night, even being spotted backstage at the 2023 Royal Rumble. However, speculation would go to another level, which would commence once he was spotted at WrestleMania XL, watching Rhodes finish his story in person.

WWE Reportedly Interested In Signing AEW Talent

Bryan Danielson talks about being a locker room leader in All Elite Wrestling. Bryan Danielson has made no secret of his love for AEW and the element it adds to the overall wrestling industry. Since arriving in the company in 2021, Danielson has not only competed in several classic matches but he's taken on a leadership role behind the scenes, helping as needed to assist in disciplinary situations or provide a sounding board for Tony Khan's creative ideas as part of a think tank.

Bryan Danielson Is 'Honored' AEW Wanted Him On Its Disciplinary Committee, Calls It A No-Fun Job

Randy Orton recalls a story in Mexico. Once upon a time in Mexico, Randy Orton acquired some dynamite. What happened next is a story that only Randy can tell. Speaking with Cody Rhodes on So, What Do You Want To Talk About? Cody mentioned stories of Randy's past, including one where dynamite blew up in a hotel.

Randy Orton Once Threw A Quarter Stick Of Dynamite Under A Bus In Mexico And Was Followed By Federales

"Speedball" Mike Bailey spoke with Fightful's Rob Wilkins ahead of TNA Emergence to discuss numerous topics. Speedball discussed his upcoming Ultimate X match and the mindset going into it, Working with Mustafa Ali, Option C, Shooting Softly on Jordynne Grace, PCO, Steve Maclin, his favorite Ultimate X match, and more.

Speedball Mike Bailey Talks Ultimate X Match, Working with Mustafa Ali, and Option C

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Jim Ross: I Don't Think It's Time To Take The AEW World Title Off Of Swerve Strickland, He's A Good Champion

Jim Ross thinks Swerve Strickland and Bryan Danielson will deliver a masterpiece. AT AEW All In, Swerve Strickland will defend the AEW World Championship against Bryan...

Jim Ross: I Don't Think It's Time To Take The AEW World Title Off Of Swerve Strickland, He's A Good Champion

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