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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

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Jordynne Grace is at it again. “The Juggernaut” has issued another open challenge for her TNA Knockouts Championship. Ahead of back-to-back TNA iMPACT On AXS TV tapings at 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, PA. on Friday and Saturday night, TNA Wrestling has confirmed the addition for night one on June 28.

Jordynne Grace Open Challenge Set For TNA iMPACT Taping

Bryan Danielson speaks on his health. The American Dragon prepares for his final months as a full-time wrestler, he is set to face Shingo Takagi at the AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door event. Despite his history of neck issues, Danielson remains ready to compete, even though his neck isn’t in the best condition. He tells Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated that he’s not 100%.

Bryan Danielson Shares A Health Update, Says His Body Can’t Handle The Main Event Of A PPV Anymore

Mercedes Mone says she does have creative control in AEW. Mercedes made her debut for AEW back at Big Business early this year from the TD Garden before making her in ring debut at Double Or Nothing 2024, defeating Willow Nightingale for the TBS Championship at the event. Now, she is set to defend the TBS Championship while also attempting to capture the NJPW Women's Strong Championship from Stephanie Vaquer at Forbidden Door on Sunday evening.

Mercedes Mone: Yes, I Have Creative Control, But I Work With Tony Khan Very Closely

The Women's Owen Hart Foundation Tournament will continue at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. Tony Khan announced that Mariah May will face Saraya at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. The bout is a quarterfinal match in the women's Owen Hart Foundation tournament. The match will be part of the Zero...

Mariah May vs. Saraya Added To AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door

Chris Jericho is aiming to take back his house from Mistico. Chris Jericho made his CMLL return on the June 28th edition of CMLL Viernes Espectacular, disguising himself in a Mistico mask before attacking the legendary luchador. Jericho challenged Mistico to a match, which Mistico accepted. Following the appearance, Jericho...

Chris Jericho To Mistico: I'm Coming Back To Take My House Away From You

Phil Lindsey (@PhilDL616) and Righteous Reg (@RighteousReg). are back for another episode of Grapsody! This week, the guys will discuss numerous topics. Ask a question or make a statement and get it read on the show! Donate a Superchat or HumperChat! To donate a Superchat, click the $ sign at the bottom of the chat box. If you would like to donate a Humperchat, go to Humperchat.com.

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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

El Phantasmo is going to AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. On the June 28 episode of AEW Rampage, NJPW's El Phantasmo faced AR Fox in a qualifying bout for the TNT Championship Ladder Match at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. They traded some fast-paced offense early on, and the contest was evenly matched. Phantasmo took control with a springboard moonsault. Fox caught Phantasmo with a kick and slammed him with a suplex. He then got a near fall with a 450 Splash. Phantasmo rallied and blasted Fox with a superkick before he slammed him for the win.

El Phantasmo Qualifies For TNT Title Match At AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door On 6/28 AEW Rampage

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

Tony Khan plans to work further with Stardom. AEW and Stardom have collaborated more in 2024 with Stardom talent having a presence in AEW and Ring of Honor. Stardom's Mina Shirakawa will challenge Toni Storm for the AEW Women's Title at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door, and Stardom talent Tam Nakano and Momo Watanabe will compete on the card as well.

Tony Khan Plans To Work With Stardom Past AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door, Working On Sending AEW Talent To Stardom

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

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

Mustafa Ali is not ducking "Speedball" Mike Bailey. On the June 27th episode of TNA iMPACT!, TNA X-Division Champion Mustafa Ali challenged "Speedball" Mike Bailey to a match at TNA Slammiversary. Ali said he was sick of people saying that he fears "Speedball" and that "Speedball" ruined his homecoming, so...

Mustafa Ali To Defend TNA X-Division Title Against 'Speedball' Mike Bailey At TNA Slammiversary

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

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

Mercedes Mone has high praise for Skye Blue and Mariah May. Mercedes Mone is still relatively new on the All Elite Wrestling roster but she is excited about the multiple possibilities for new matchups that await her. While she has already competed against Willow Nightingale in a strong match to win the TBS Title at AEW Double or Nothing, she also got to defend the championship for the first time ever in a first-time match against Skye Blue.

Mercedes Mone Calls Mariah May 'One Of The Greatest' On AEW's Roster; Praises Skye Blue's Work Ethic

Chris Jericho made an unannounced appearance at a show that didn’t involve All Elite Wrestling. As the current FTW Champion in All Elite Wrestling, Chris Jericho is calling himself “The Learning Tree” while leading a group that includes Big Bill and Bryan Keith. Jericho refers to himself as the “For The World” Champion even though that’s not the name that Taz had in mind when he created the championship nearly 30 years ago.

Chris Jericho Shocks Everyone At Non-AEW Show

Mercedes Mone comments on her upcoming matchup with Stephanie Vaquer. At Forbidden Door on Sunday, Mercedes Mone will face off with Stephanie Vaquer in a title for title matchup wth the TBS and NJPW Strong Women's Title on the line. While speaking to Q1043 New York in a recent interview,...

Mercedes Mone: Stephanie Vaquer Is Legit One Of The Best Wrestlers In The World

WWE Hall of Famer Jerry “The King” Lawler recently appeared on Going Ringside, where he talked about a number of topics including if he had any relationship with fellow WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus. Lawler said, “I really had no relationship with her. What you saw on...

Jerry Lawler On If He Had Any Relationship With Trish Stratus

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Bryan Danielson: My Neck Isn’t Doing So Great Right Now; My Body Can't Really Do Pay-Per-View Main Events

Bryan Danielson gives an update on his health and why he personally doesn't want to be AEW World Champion. With Bryan Danielson gearing up for his...

Bryan Danielson: My Neck Isn’t Doing So Great Right Now; My Body Can't Really Do Pay-Per-View Main Events

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