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Freelance Wrestling held its Freelance vs. The World 10 event on June 28 from Logan Square Auditorium in Chicago, IL. The event aired on IWTV. Full results (Courtesy of Cagematch) and highlights are below. Freelance Vs. The World 10 Results (6/28) - Devon Monroe def. Alfonso Gonzalez and Darius Latrell...

Freelance Vs. The World 10 Results (6/28): Storm Grayson vs. Kylie Rae, Danhausen In Action

The Bloodline takes out Paul Heyman. Paul Heyman didn't acknowledge Solo Sikoa on the June 28th episode of WWE SmackDown, and he paid for his troubles, getting put through a table by The Bloodline. In the closing segment of the show, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, and Jacob Fatu all acknowledged...

Paul Heyman Doesn't Acknowledge Solo Sikoa, Gets Put Through A Table On 6/28 WWE SmackDown

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

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Jalen Brunson and Tyrese Haliburton squared off once again on WWE SmackDown. New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson was in the house of the June 28th episode of WWE SmackDown at Madison Square Garden. Brunson was shown in the crowd before the triple threat bout between LA Knight, Logan Paul, and Santos Escobar.

Jalen Brunson Finally Stops Tyrese Haliburton In Madison Square Garden On 6/28 WWE SmackDown

Micah Richards has attempted to learn how to wrestle. As part of a recent episode of A League Of Their Own in the UK, the hosts of the program went through beginners training in pro wrestling with CMLL in Mexico. CMLL name Neon was one of several familiar faces to fans of the promotion who put host Micah Richards through his paces in the ring.

Micah Richards Learns To Wrestle With Neon And CMLL

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

Lex Luger has filed new trademarks. On June 25, Lex Luger (under his real name Larry Pfohl) filed to trademark "Lex Luger," "The Total Package," and "Total Package 2.0." Entertainment in the nature of wrestling contests; Entertainment services, namely, wrestling exhibits and performances by a professional wrestler and entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, live appearances by a professional wrestler and sports entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, personal appearances by a professional wrestler and sports entertainer; Entertainment services, namely, televised appearances by a professional wrestler and sports entertainer; Providing wrestling news and information via a global computer network; Providing online interviews featuring a professional wrestling and sports entertainment personality in the field of professional wrestling and sports entertainment for entertainment purposes.

Lex Luger Files To Trademark 'Lex Luger,' 'The Total Package,' More

Modern Nomad Wrestling held their Territory Night Graps event on June 26th from The Bread Shed in Manchester, England. You can read the full results from the show (courtesy of Cagematch) below. Modern Nomad Territory Night Graps Results (6/26) - Luke The Nuke Hanson (Luke Jacobs) def. Dynamite Lee (Lee...

Modern Nomad Territory Night Graps Results (6/26)

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

Hiromu Takahashi overshares. Inside the ring, Takahashi is known as one of the best Junior Heavyweights in the world of professional wrestling. Outside of the ring, the 'Ticking Time Bomb' is known to have a funny and vibrant personality, which only adds to his appeal as a wrestler. In a...

Hiromu Takahashi Says He Recently Went To The Urologist For The First Time, 'He Said I Had Very Nice Balls'

Damian Priest won't be able to compete at Madison Square Garden. Damian Priest took to social media to inform fans that he won't be able to make the June 28th episode of WWE SmackDown at MSG due to travel issues. Priest was scheduled to face Jey Uso in a dark...

Damian Priest To Miss 6/28 WWE SmackDown At Madison Square Garden Due To Travel Issues

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

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

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 up from the 502,000 viewers the show drew last Wednesday. The June 19th episode was the lowest viewership number for a non-preempted episode of AEW Dynamite.

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

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

Mike Bennett and Matt Taven wanted competition and they will get competition on July 4 in the form of two top-tier Luchadors. Mike Bennett and Matt Taven have been Ring of Honor World Tag Team Champions for the entirety of 2024 and on the June 27 episode of Ring of Honor, the members of the Undisputed Kingdom practically pleaded for competition and then it was announced that they would receive competition as they would face Komander and Metalik on the July 4 episode of ROH TV.

Undisputed Kingdom To Face Metalik And Komander In ROH Tag Title Proving Ground Match On 7/4 ROH

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

Maven talks about his friendship with Randy Orton. Maven was good friends with Randy Orton during their time together on the WWE roster. That friendship would even blossom on screen as Randy Orton chose Maven to be part of his WWE Survivor Series team in 2004. Maven spoke about his...

Maven Believes Randy Orton's Confidence In Him Led To His 2004 Main Event Push

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'

Mercedes Mone talks money. Earlier this year, Mercedes Mone made her All Elite Wrestling debut when she appeared at Big Business. Soon after, she would capture the TBS Championship at AEW Double or Nothing, defeating Willow Nightingale. Now, she is set to challenge Stephanie Vaquer at Forbidden Door with both the TBS and NJPW Strong Women's Championships on the line.

Mercedes Mone: I Don't Know Other People In AEW's Bank Accounts, But I Know Mine And It Looks Nice

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Cody Rhodes Honors Dusty Rhodes At Madison Square Garden After 6/28 WWE SmackDown Goes Off The Air

Cody Rhodes had an emotional moment at Madison Square Garden. Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes has previously talked about how his \"story\" began when his father,...

Cody Rhodes had an emotional moment at Madison Square Garden. Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes has previously talked about how his "story" began when his father,...

Cody Rhodes Honors Dusty Rhodes At Madison Square Garden After 6/28 WWE SmackDown Goes Off The Air

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