about 2 months ago

Stephen A. Smith Says He’d Challenge Paul Heyman’s Top Spot

Smith playfully set his sights on Heyman after the legendary WWE talker appeared on his show. Claiming Heyman admitted his “status at number one would be in jeopardy” if Smith entered wrestling, the ESPN star said he would not back down from the challenge. Smith stopped short of declaring victory, but made clear he would come for Heyman’s crown.

By Afnan Chougle

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about 2 months ago

Stephen A. Smith Brushes Off Danhausen Curse With Knicks Joke

Smith laughed off concern after an on-air run-in with Danhausen, insisting the wrestler’s curse has not rattled him. “He doesn’t scare me,” Smith said, even as others around him warned that the curse is real. The ESPN star said his bigger concern is whether the bad luck could somehow spill over onto his beloved New York Knicks instead.

By Afnan Chougle

about 2 months ago

Shawn Michaels Teases NXT Shakeup After Main Roster Call-Ups

Michaels addressed NXT’s latest talent drain after stars like Ethan Page, Joe Hendry, Fatal Influence, Sol Ruca, and Blake Monroe moved up, saying the brand now needs “one or two new faces.” With Robert Stone and Matt Bloom pitching Evolve, LFG, and talent, Michaels urged something wilder: “throw a stick of dynamite in that freaking locker room” and see who emerges.

By Afnan Chougle

Sheamus Says Shoulder Injury Has Made WWE Absence Tough to Handle

about 2 months ago

Sheamus Says Shoulder Injury Has Made WWE Absence Tough to Handle

Sheamus admitted his current layoff has been especially frustrating after a shoulder issue worsened from mid-2025 through Clash in Paris against Rusev. He said injections only delayed the inevitable before surgery on Dec. 30. Now deep in rehab, Sheamus says he is “dying to get back” because he still believes no one delivers physical “bangers” like he can.

By Afnan Chougle

Kairi Sane Breaks Silence After WWE Release

about 2 months ago

Kairi Sane Breaks Silence After WWE Release

Sane addressed fans after her WWE release by pushing back on speculation and stressing her commitment to wrestling. “I truly love this work, my teammates, and my fans,” she wrote, adding she has “never walked away” and always gave everything. The message offered calm clarity during a chaotic roster-cut week and hinted her strong bond with wrestling remains completely intact.

By Afnan Chougle

Mark Shapiro Confirms WWE Is Using AI for Storyline Strategy

about 2 months ago

Mark Shapiro Confirms WWE Is Using AI for Storyline Strategy

TKO President confirmed TKO is using AI in WWE operations, saying Nick Khan and Triple H are applying it to storylines, talent popularity, and regional audience trends. He called AI a “major priority” for content, touring and revenue planning. But CFO Andrew Schleimer reportedly struck a softer note, describing the company’s current AI work as early-stage “tests and pilots” internally.

By Afnan Chougle

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