Latest news with #DaveMeltzer
Newsweek
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Reportedly Making Another Major Change To SmackDown
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A new report indicates that WWE SmackDown will return to its traditional two-hour broadcast format sooner than expected. The show had been airing for three hours since the beginning of the year. According to PWInsider, the change will take effect starting with the July 4th episode. That holiday episode will be pre-taped on May 30th following a live Raw in Pittsburgh. SmackDown: Earlier Return To Two Hours This new timeline is earlier than what was previously indicated by USA Network's fall schedule. A recent announcement for a new series, "The Rainmaker," had it premiering in SmackDown's 10 p.m. Eastern time slot on August 15. That announcement confirmed the show would eventually revert to two hours. This new report now pinpoints the exact date as July 4th. Paul "Triple H" Levesque looks on during Night One of WrestleMania 40 at Lincoln Financial Field on April 06, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Paul "Triple H" Levesque looks on during Night One of WrestleMania 40 at Lincoln Financial Field on April 06, 2024 in Philadelphia, Context For The Change On a recent episode of Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer discussed the likely financial reasons behind the move. He suggested that WWE was probably not earning significant additional revenue for the third hour. "I guess the way they signed the contract, they must have given USA the option," Meltzer said. "Because if they were making more money on the deal, it absolutely would have been said at the investors call and we would have seen it." More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation A Temporary Expansion When SmackDown initially expanded to three hours in January 2025, WWE executive Triple H indicated the move was not expected to be permanent. Fans who felt the three-hour runtime was too long will now see the show return to its original length this summer. The return to a two-hour format will align SmackDown with the runtime of WWE's other main roster show, Monday Night Raw. Since debuting on Thursday nights in 1999, WWE SmackDown has had a varied broadcast history. The show famously moved to Friday nights in 2005, a time slot it held for nearly a decade across multiple networks like The CW and Syfy. After a brief return to Thursdays in 2015, SmackDown was reborn in 2016 as the live, Tuesday night SmackDown Live during the brand extension, positioning it as an equal to Raw. Its biggest move came in 2019 with a high-profile return to Fridays on the FOX broadcast network before eventually moving back to the USA Network. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE officially confirms date and venue details of WWE SuperShow
(Image via WWE) Fans in Mexico are in for a treat as the Stamford-based promotion has recently confirmed the date and venue details of the WWE SuperShow. WWE has officially set the date and location for its highly anticipated SuperShow Mexico, marking a major return to the country. WWE's official acquisition of Mexican lucha libre promotion AAA has seen WWE put more focus on the Latin American market as a whole. This includes them holding a 'SuperShow Mexico' event this year, and now the date and venue for the event have been revealed. Let's take a closer look further into the details. Date and venue details of WWE SuperShow revealed WWE is making significant moves to expand its live event presence in Mexico, with plans currently in motion for a series of shows in the region. Reports suggest, the company is organizing multiple live events throughout Mexico, which will culminate in a marquee event titled 'SuperShow Mexico'. Meanwhile, the Stamford-based promotion official date and venue for the major show have not yet been finalized, discussions are well underway, and an announcement is expected in the coming weeks. Earlier today, Luchablog took to their 'X' handle and revealed that during a concert at Arena Monterrey, a list of upcoming events included a WWE 'Supershow Mexico' was scheduled for Sunday, July 27th at the same venue. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mensualités: Bonne nouvelle pour les propriétaires étouffés par les crédits Bons plans propriétaires En savoir plus Undo It was also noted that they may announce a future TripleMania Regia event during the show. Taking to their X account, they wrote, 'At the concert tonight in Arena Monterrey, a list of upcoming events mentions a WWE 'Supershow Mexico' on Sunday, 07/27 in Arena Monterrey. This is probably meant to be a TripleMania Regia announcement.' FULL MATCH - Undertaker vs. Triple H - No Disqualification Match: WWE Super Show-Down 2018 However, the confirmed match cards and list of competitors have not yet been released. It is expected that Cody Rhodes may lead the charge. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer recently shared a major update, revealing that WWE is planning a significant show in Mexico featuring Cody Rhodes as the top star. 'They will be doing a WWE show there. I don't know the date yet, but I know they're planning a big show with Cody Rhodes as the top star on that show, which means a major show there, relatively soon.' (H/T: WrestlingInc) WWE is currently trying to expand its footprint into the Latin American market, and the 'SuperShow Mexico' event will help the company accomplish its aim. That's not all, as WWE also has upcoming shows in Saudi Arabia, Europe, and Australia, among other places, this year. Also Read : Veteran WWE star Brock Lesnar's daughter Mya Lesnar wins the NCAA National Shot Put title | WWE News - Times of India Among which, WWE Night of Champions 2025 will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, featuring top-tier talents and heavyweight champions, including John Cena and CM Punk.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Report: WWE's Reasoning For Not Renewing R-Truth's Contract
What is the reported reason for WWE not renewing R-Truth's contract? Earlier this week, the WWE Universe was left in a state of shock when R-Truth revealed that he had been informed that the company was releasing him. Despite his wording, the company isn't actually releasing Truth and has chosen just to let his current contract run out. Advertisement But why is WWE allowing Truth's current contract to expire? According to Dave Meltzer in the latest issue of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, WWE allowing R-Truth's contract to expire is a financial decision. Meltzer states that Truth's current contract is so high that the company felt it made no sense with the way they are using him. While WWE might be letting him go, there's already interest in him from another company. As TNA Wrestling is reportedly ready to make him an offer when his current contract expires. Truth had a very important run early in TNA's existence as Ron 'The Truth' Killings, where he had a run as the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Champion. Advertisement Stay tuned to WrestleZone for more information on what's next for R-Truth as it becomes available. READ MORE: Adam 'Pacman' Jones Reacts To R-Truth's WWE Release What do you make of this report? Do you understand WWE's reasoning for allowing R-Truth's contract to expire? Let us know your overall thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Report: WWE's Reasoning For Not Renewing R-Truth's Contract appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"That's where this is going": Dave Meltzer doesn't hold back on the future of WWE
Dave Meltzer (Image via YouTube) Dave Meltzer is a renowned name in the world of wrestling, having been associated with it for decades. The sports historian and wrestling journalist has been the publisher and editor of Wrestling Observer Newsletter, known to everyone as WON, since 1983, and has made his reputation into something revered, especially in the world of sports journalism. So when he shares his opinion, it's bound to have listeners. And his latest take on how advertising is taking over wrestling is one of those. Dave Meltzer's take on advertising in WWE Dave Meltzer says it like he sees it. He has not been called "the most accomplished reporter in sports journalism" just because he can cover a story well. He has been in this industry for long enough to know when and how things begin to make an impact. And recently, he spoke of how advertising is becoming a big part of WWE , maybe more than it should. A recent post on his dirtsheet read: 'I expect ads on ring gear soon. Seriously. That's not a joke. That's where this is going. There's no limit to it. If there's a blank space on screen, TKO wants to monetize it.' With the way TKO Holdings has been monetizing the WWE is something quite a few people have spoken about. The parent company that runs the WWE is profit-minded like any other, and advertisements have been a big part of that. Maybe Meltzer's view is not too far off, as they have already been using ads on the ring and the screens. Maybe ring gears are next; who knows! Fans react to Dave Meltzer's latest take Fans are, of course, quick to make memes and add funny anecdotes to anything that happens. The Internet did its thing this time around as well, and as soon as the Wrestling Observer Newsletter post went online, WWE fans made sure to share their thoughts on the matter. From people saying it's just the way of the corporate, to some criticizing TKO, everyone had a cent to add to the conversation. While the chicken wing Dom idea is funny, is this really where wrestling is moving towards? What do the fans really have to say about this? Also Read: Recalling John Cena's bombshell announcement at Money in the Bank 2024 before his upcoming tag team extravaganza at the 2025 mega-event
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Report: Why The Miz Is Going On A WWE Hiatus
It sounds like we won't be seeing The Miz on WWE programming for the immediate future. Last week on WWE SmackDown, the company teased the breakup of the team of Carmelo Hayes and The Miz. It appears this was done to explain his absence from television for the time being. Advertisement According to Dave Meltzer in the latest issue of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, The Miz will be leaving for London soon to host the upcoming reboot of American Gladiators for Amazon Prime. It's unknown how long it will take to film an entire season of a show, so he could be gone for quite some time. While it's cool to see this series return, Amazon Prime choosing to tape American Gladiators outside of America is certainly a choice. But we digress. Stay tuned to WrestleZone for more on The Miz's WWE status as it becomes available. READ MORE: The Miz To Host Reboot Of Popular Television Series What do you make of this report? Were you enjoying The Miz's tag team with Carmelo Hayes on WWE SmackDown? Will you check out American Gladiators when it returns on Amazon Prime? Let us know your thoughts by sounding off in the comments section below. The post Report: Why The Miz Is Going On A WWE Hiatus appeared first on Wrestlezone.
