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Tony Khan Says The Door Is Open For Sareee At AEW

Sareee was scheduled to compete at AEW Dynamite Summer Blockbuster, but was not cleared due to a neck injury. The injury was known ahead of time as she’s been out of the ring since May and it was unclear if she would be cleared by AEW doctors to compete. Maya World ended up taking her … The post Tony Khan Says The Door Is Open For Sareee At AEW appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Relationship Between Cyndi Lauper & WWE Has Strengthened; WWE Hall Of Fame Induction More Likely Than Ever

An update on the Cyndi Lauper and WWE relationship. Following the news that at the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con from July 23rd-26th, a WWE-Mattel exclusive action figure of music icon Cyndi Lauper will be showcased, WrestleVotes on Fightful Select inquired about the relationship between Lauper and WWE. They were told the collaboration has strengthened considerably, … The post Relationship Between Cyndi Lauper & WWE Has Strengthened; WWE Hall Of Fame Induction More Likely Than Ever appeared first...

Fanatics “Flabbergasted” By Value Being Generated By El Grande Americano Mask

The El Grande Americano mask is up for sale. The mask worn by El Grande Americano (Ludwig Kaiser) during his Mask versus Mask match at AAA Noches de Los Grandes against the Original El Grande Americano (Chad Gable) is being auctioned off by Fanatics. During the 6/18 WrestleVotes on Fightful Select, a source at Fanatics … The post Fanatics “Flabbergasted” By Value Being Generated By El Grande Americano Mask appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Strong Internal Push To Feature Chad Gable In Significant Way At WWE SummerSlam 2026

There is a push to feature Chad Gable at SummerSlam. There is going to be a two-night WWE SummerSlam event on August 1st and 2nd from U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. During the June 18th episode of WrestleVotes on Fightful Select, it was stated that there is a strong internal push within WWE to … The post Strong Internal Push To Feature Chad Gable In Significant Way At WWE SummerSlam 2026 appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

WWE Has No Plans To Stage Event At White House, Although Many In The Organization Would Welcome The Idea

A note about a potential WWE event at the White House. Over the weekend, the UFC presented its Freedom 250 event from the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C. Among those in attendance were WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns and Chief Content Officer Paul ‘Triple H’ Levesque. The event was discussed … The post WWE Has No Plans To Stage Event At White House, Although Many In The Organization Would Welcome The Idea appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wres...

Eddie Kingston On AEW Absence: Business Is Business. Sometimes You’re The Hammer, Sometimes You’re The Nail

Eddie Kingston discusses his absence from AEW television. As of publish time, Kingston has been away from AEW TV since the February 7 episode of AEW Collision, where he took part in an eight-man parking lot brawl. During a recent wXw documentary, Kingston opened up about the situation. “I don’t know what to say, bro. … The post Eddie Kingston On AEW Absence: Business Is Business. Sometimes You’re The Hammer, Sometimes You’re The Nail appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrest...

Report: TNA And OVW Expected To Sign Working Agreement

TNA Wrestling could get into a relationship with Ohio Valley Wrestling. Mike Johnson at PWInsider reports that TNA and OVW “are working towards an agreement that would OVW become what would be essentially a developmental system for TNA.” The report notes, “the agreement is set to be signed very soon.” TNA Wrestling President Carlos Silva … The post Report: TNA And OVW Expected To Sign Working Agreement appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Jonathan Gresham Explains How Viral Home Security Footage Originated

Jonathan Gresham comments on his viral security videos. Gresham and Jordynne Grace have been subject to a ton of viral videos in recent months, as the latter will often post home security cam footage on her social media accounts. Speaking with Fightful’s Sean Ross Sapp for a new interview, Gresham explained why there are so … The post Jonathan Gresham Explains How Viral Home Security Footage Originated appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

PAC Challenges Shota Umino For AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door

PAC issues a challenge for AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. AEW posted a new social media video where Death Rider member PAC issues a challenge to IWGP Global Heavyweight Champion Shota Umino to face him at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. Umino won the title at NJPW Dominion, defeating Andrade El Idolo and Drilla Moloney … The post PAC Challenges Shota Umino For AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Utami Hayashishita Thought She Would Catch Flak For Returning To STARDOM

Utami Hayashishita speaks about her return to STARDOM. After several years as part of Dream Star Fighting Marigold, Utami Hayashishita opted to depart the promotion and return to where she was before Marigold, World Wonder Ring STARDOM. STARDOM conducted an interview with Hayashishita and asked her about her comeback. She stated that she thought she … The post Utami Hayashishita Thought She Would Catch Flak For Returning To STARDOM appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestli...

MJF Praises Lio Rush For Switching Up His Character, ‘I Respect That Immensely’

MJF puts over Lio Rush. Rush has been a popular topic of conversation as of late, specifically due to his recent pivot to the Blackheart gimmick. Fans are fairly split on the character, which has afforded him more television time in AEW. Speaking with Shut Up And Wrestle for a new interview, MJF applauded Lio … The post MJF Praises Lio Rush For Switching Up His Character, ‘I Respect That Immensely’ appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

MJF Says His Knee Is Good From A Structural Standpoint, Is Still In ‘A Shit Ton Of F*cking Pain’

MJF provides an update on his knee injury. Friedman is currently dealing with a knee injury that he suffered in a match with RUSH on the June 3 episode of AEW Dynamite. Despite the injury, MJF wrestled on the June 17 episode of Dynamite and is also scheduled for a huge 12-man tag match at … The post MJF Says His Knee Is Good From A Structural Standpoint, Is Still In ‘A Shit Ton Of F*cking Pain’ appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Michin Confirms Injury She Was Dealing With Before Early 2026 Return

Michin returned to television in February. It was reported by Fightful Select at the end of 2025 that Michin suffered a shoulder injury during a house show match in late December 2025. She returned to television the following February. During Michin’s appearance on What’s Your Story? with Steph McMahon, she confirmed that she was out … The post Michin Confirms Injury She Was Dealing With Before Early 2026 Return appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

AEW Collision Spoilers For 6/20 (Taped On 6/17)

All Elite Wrestling taped the June 20 episode of AEW Collision on June 17 from Sugar Land, TX. Full spoilers (courtesy of PWInsider) are below. AEW Collision Spoilers For 6/20 (Taped On 6/17) The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson & Nick Jackson) & Jack Perry def. The Lethal Twist (Blake Christian, Jay Lethal, & Lee Johnson) … The post AEW Collision Spoilers For 6/20 (Taped On 6/17) appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

AEW Files Trademark Related To MyAEW

AEW has filed a trademark related to MyAEW. On June 17, AEW filed a trademark on MyAEW.com and the logo. Full description: IC 041: Providing online non-downloadable videos in the field of professional wrestling; Providing a website featuring non-downloadable videos in the field of professional wrestling; Providing non-downloadable videos in the field of professional wrestling … The post AEW Files Trademark Related To MyAEW appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backst...

Danhausen Featured On Knicks-Themed Poster For WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event At MSG

Danhausen rules the world. The city of New York is still in celebration following the historic NBA Finals win by the New York Knicks on Saturday, June 13. As most fans know by now, Danhausen was a big part of the team’s story. To capitalize on the fun story, WWE spotlighted the ‘Very Evil Very … The post Danhausen Featured On Knicks-Themed Poster For WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event At MSG appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

John Cena Learns That Jason Earles Was The Same Age As Him When They Filmed ‘Hannah Montana’ Episode

John Cena is blown away. Back in 2010, Cena made one of his first TV appearances on an episode of ‘Hannah Montana’. Cena shared scenes with Jason Earles, who played teenager Jackson Stewart on the show. At the time of filming, Earles was actually in his 30s. Cena was as well. As it turns out, … The post John Cena Learns That Jason Earles Was The Same Age As Him When They Filmed ‘Hannah Montana’ Episode appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Matt Hardy Says New Day Reached Out To Put Together A Match When The Hardys Were Working In NXT

The Hardys want to face off with some old foes in TNA. Matt and Jeff are currently barreling towards a huge match at TNA Slammiversary, where they’ll face The System and The Righteous in a three-way ladder match for the TNA World Tag Team Championships. Speaking with the Battleground podcast for a new interview, Jeff … The post Matt Hardy Says New Day Reached Out To Put Together A Match When The Hardys Were Working In NXT appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backsta...

TNA iMPACT! Preview, Start Time, How To Watch, Location (6/18)

Viewing information and lineup for TNA iMPACT! on June 18, 2026. TNA iMPACT! (June 18, 2026) Venue: National Western Center City: Denver, CO Time: 9 pm ET How To Watch: AMC, AMC+ Lineup Indi Hartwell vs. Elayna Black Moose, ‘Broken’ Matt Hardy & Brother Nero (Jeff Hardy) vs. The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers & … The post TNA iMPACT! Preview, Start Time, How To Watch, Location (6/18) appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

2026 CMLL Men’s Grand Prix Taking Place On August 7th At Arena México

The 2026 men’s Grand Prix. During the June 17th episode of CMLL Informa, the company pushed out the news that the 2026 CMLL Men’s Grand Prix is taking place on August 7th at Arena México. ⌛🌎#CMLLInforma || ¡Ya hay fecha para una de las noches más esperadas del año! 🏆🔥 El Grand Prix 2026 del … The post 2026 CMLL Men’s Grand Prix Taking Place On August 7th At Arena México appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Tessa Blanchard: TNA Asked Me To Decide If I Was A TNA Wrestler Or A CMLL Wrestler

On June 16, it was reported that Tessa Blanchard had secured her release from TNA Wrestling. TNA confirmed the news on June 17. Tessa had been competing more regularly in CMLL than TNA. Speaking on CMLL Informa (translated by Fightful’s Luis Pulido), Tessa gave more insight into her decision to leave TNA. “The truth is, … The post Tessa Blanchard: TNA Asked Me To Decide If I Was A TNA Wrestler Or A CMLL Wrestler appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Team MJF & Team Briscoe Members Revealed On AEW Dynamite

Teams have been revealed for the headlining match of AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door. This week’s episode of AEW Dynamite opened with MJF and Don Callis revealing their team, which features Kevin Knight, Kyle Fletcher, Jake Doyle, Kazuchika Okada, and Andrade El Idolo. The show closed with the reveal of Briscoe’s team, which includes Kyle … The post Team MJF & Team Briscoe Members Revealed On AEW Dynamite appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Adam Priest vs. Zack Sabre Jr, The Elite Trios Bout, More Set For 6/20 AEW Collision

Here’s what’s on tap for the June 20 episode of AEW Collision. Collision will feature a huge match for the progression of Adam Priest’s career, as he’ll take on Zack Sabre Jr. in a singles contest. In addition to that, The Elite (Kenny Omega & Young Bucks) will take on The Lethal Twist (Jay Lethal, … The post Adam Priest vs. Zack Sabre Jr, The Elite Trios Bout, More Set For 6/20 AEW Collision appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .

Mercedes Mone Submits Hazuki, Advances To Women’s Owen Hart Foundation Tournament Finals

Mercedes Mone is advancing to Forbidden Door. Wednesday’s episode of AEW Dynamite featured the first semifinal match in the Women’s Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. The bout pitted Mercedes Mone against STARDOM’s Hazuki. In the end, ‘The CEO’ herself prevailed after tapping out Hazuki with her Statement Maker submission. Moné makes @0929_hazuki tap! For the second … The post Mercedes Mone Submits Hazuki, Advances To Women’s Owen Hart Foundation Tournament Finals appeared first on Fightful | ...

Warrior Wrestling, Create-A-Pro, And WrestlePro Join MyAEW

New promotions have joined MyAEW. All Elite Wrestling announced that Warrior Wrestling, Create-A-Pro, And WrestlePro have all joined the streaming platform. The announcement was made in a press release stating that NJPW x CMLL Fantastica Mania would be available for $9.99 on the platform. From AEW: Wrestling Promotions Available on MyAEW In addition to this … The post Warrior Wrestling, Create-A-Pro, And WrestlePro Join MyAEW appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Bac...