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Will Ospreay is willing to listen to criticism. Five years into business, AEW has emerged as a challenger brand to WWE with three shows on cable television and consistent pay-per-view business in terms of buys and gates. As with any promotion or brand, growing pains are part of the process.

Will Ospreay: Taking Criticism On Board Is How AEW Is Going To Grow As A Company

Kayla Braxton is leaving WWE. On June 6th , Kayla Braxton surprised many fans, taking WWE out of her social media username, which has spawned many questions of the backstage interviewers’ status within the company. When Fightful reached out to WWE, and Braxton, real name Kayla Becker, we were told she was "still with" the company. However, we learned more.

More On Kayla Braxton aka Kayla Becker Finishing Up With WWE

Fightful has learned a bit of an update on Megan Bayne. After finishing up with Stardom and returning to the United States, Fightful posted a report that creative pitches were being made for Megan Bayne. At the time, it appeared that she was still with All Elite Wrestling, but we’re told that hasn’t been the case for quite a while.

Update On Megan Bayne-AEW

Bryan Danielson doesn't see himself in the AEW World Title picture. Despite being touted as the best wrestler in the world, and one of the greatest wrestlers of all time, Bryan Danielson has never held a championship in AEW despite multiple attempts. Danielson is competing in the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament where the winner gets a shot at the AEW World Title at AEW All In.

Bryan Danielson: I Don't Want To Be In The World Title Position, I Don't Feel That's My Position

The Judge is part of Swerve's House. Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland had the weigh-in for the AEW World Title match on the June 29th episode of AEW Collision. In Strickland's corner was EJ Nduka, a former WWE wrestler who has also competed for MLW. Nduka has been wrestling dark...

EJ Nduka Part Of Swerve Strickland's Camp On 6/29 AEW Collision

Kayla Braxton thanks her WWE family. Kayla Braxton previously announced that she would be leaving WWE after the June 28 episode of WWE SmackDown. Braxton worked the show, and she appeared backstage. After SmackDown went off the air, Braxton took to Twitter/X to comment on her exit. Braxton wrote that...

Kayla Braxton: I Will Miss My WWE Family, But We Will See Each Other Again

Big news from MJF and a potentially bigger response from Joey Janela. The comes after he responded to the MFT t-shirt of Tama Tonga looking similar to his t-shirt. In a massive update to the story, Joey Janela has responded to this news from Maxwell Jacob Friedman by revealing that he, too, has taken a shit.

MJF Just Took A Shit, Joey Janela Takes A Shit Too

WWE aired the latest episode of NXT Level Up from the WWE Performance Center on Friday, with the matches taped on June 25th prior to NXT. The event aired on Peacock. You can read the full results from the show below. NXT Level Up Results (6/28) - Riley Osborne def....

NXT Level Up Results (6/28): Jazmyn Nyx, Dante Chen Compete

Dr. Britt Baker is almost ready for a return to AEW, says Tony Khan. Britt Baker has not wrestled since she challenged Kris Statlander for the TBS Championship on the September 16, 2023 AEW Collision. Fortunately, Tony Khan has provided a positive update on her potential return to the squared circle.

Tony Khan: I'm Really Excited About Britt Baker Being Close To Ready For A Return To AEW

Deonna Purrazzo talks about the AEW women's division and what it needs. Deonna signed with AEW in January of 2024, making her first appearance as a signed talent on the January 3rd edition of AEW Dynamite, interrupting Mariah May and calling her shot at the AEW Women's World Title. Now, she is currently embroiled in a blood feud with Thunder Rosa that has spread across multiple AEW programs.

Deonna Purrazzo: Every Women's Division Needs Time To Tell Stories And Let Them Breathe

Dijak is set to become a free agent. Dijak took to social media to inform fans that his last day under WWE contract is June 28. He said that WWE told him at the 11th hour that his deal would not be renewed and that WWE never made an offer to him. He said he attempted to negotiate but was stonewalled.

Dijak Says His Last Day Under WWE Contract Is June 28, Was Told His Deal Won't Be Renewed

Dijak finds some humor in his impending WWE departure. On June 27, Dijak informed fans that his last day under WWE contract is June 28 and that he was told his contract would not be renewed. Ahead of his WWE departure, Dijak was on Twitch with Mace and Mansoor. "I...

Dijak Is Not Interested In Listening To A WWE Offer, Even If They Offered Him The Speed Championship

Dijak addresses previous shots he's taken at Kenny Omega and ones he's received back. Back in 2019, the pair would have a brief online feud, with Kenny taking shots at NXT. Dijak would respond that he outwrestled Omega in PWG. This led to a memorable rant from Omega on BTE, but in a tweet earlier this year Dijak noted that there was no beef between the pair.

Dijak: I Have The Utmost Respect For Kenny And Everyone Else In AEW

MJF recalls speaking to Brodie Lee through a medium following his passing. Earlier this month, Sole Retriever revealed that AEW and Reebok will collaborate once again with a new shoe honoring the late Brodie Lee, which will release on July 1st. Brodie tragically passed away in December 2020. While speaking...

MJF Recalls Story Of Communicating With Brodie Lee Through A Medium

Kayla Braxton reflects on her sendoff. Kayla Braxton worked her last WWE show for the time being as an interviewer on the June 28th episode of WWE SmackDown. After the event was over, Cody Rhodes brought her out to address the live crowd at Madison Square Garden. On Instagram, Braxton...

Kayla Braxton Says She Couldn't Have Asked For A Better Goodbye, 'This Family Is Truly Special'

ROH On Honor Club - Episode 70 (6/20/2024). ROH World Heavyweight Championship Match: Mark Briscoe (c) vs. ROH World Television Champion Kyle Fletcher. ROH Women's World Television Championship - Proving Ground Match: Billie Starkz (c) vs. Angela Risk. Lance Archer & The Righteous (Vincent & Dutch) In Action. Lee Johnson...

ROH On Honor Club (6/27/2024) Results: Mark Briscoe vs Kyle Fletcher, Billie Starkz In Action, More

Dijak opens up about his WWE exit, being drafted to WWE Raw, and more. Dijak revealed that he would not be continuing on as a WWE Superstar in an X post on June 27. His contract expired on June 28 and now, Dijak is talking to Fightful's Sean Ross Sapp and revealing how he found out his contract wouldn't be renewed, being moved over from WWE NXT to WWE Monday Night Raw in the WWE Draft, and more in a new interview.

Dijak Was Informed His WWE Contract Wouldn't Be Renewed After His Match With Xavier Woods On WWE Speed

Dijak makes his first post-WWE appearance. Donovan Dijak (Dijak in WWE) made his first post-WWE appearance Blitzkrieg Pro on June 29th. Dijak interrupted CPA's celebrate and laid him out with Feast Your Eyes. Dijak then got on the mic and said he's going to show up wherever he wants and take what he wants.

Donovan Dijak Makes First Post-WWE Appearance At Blitzkrieg Pro

The behind the scenes documentary "WrestleMania XL: Behind The Curtain" will premiere on July 3, three months after the original premiere date was given. The documentary will show fans a look into the build of WrestleMania XL featuring The Rock, Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, and Triple H. Ahead...

Watch First Two Minutes Of 'WrestleMania XL: Behind The Curtain'

Will Ospreay gives his thoughts on Ricochet possibly joining AEW. Ricochet was ruled out indefinitely, possibly to never be seen again, when he was taken out by Bron Breakker on the June 10th episode of WWE Raw. Ricochet's contract with WWE is set to expire and he reportedly informed the company that he won't be returning.

Will Ospreay: There's Money In A Rematch With Ricochet, There's Also Money In A Tag Team

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AEW Dynamite (6/26) Viewership Bounces Back From Record Low, Draws 680,000 Viewers

Viewership and ratings information for the June 26th episode of AEW Dynamite. According to PWTorch, AEW Dynamite on June 26th drew 680,000 viewers. This number is...

AEW Dynamite (6/26) Viewership Bounces Back From Record Low, Draws 680,000 Viewers

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