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Newsweek
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Top WWE Star Dealing With Injuries: Report
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 has revealed that Damian Priest was working through significant injuries during his recent feud with Drew McIntyre. While many fans assumed McIntyre was the one who was "banged up," it was actually his rival who was performing hurt. The report from Fightful Select clarifies that McIntyre's current absence from WWE is scheduled time off. It was Priest who sustained and worked through several injuries during their program. Pushing Through For A 'Home Game' The rivalry between Priest and McIntyre was a violent one. It included a Sin City Street Fight at WrestleMania 41 and a brutal Steel Cage match at the May 24th Saturday Night's Main Event. Despite being injured, Priest has no plans to take time off. According to the report, working at the upcoming SummerSlam premium live event is important to him as he considers it a "home game." Backstage Praise And SummerSlam Plans Sources within WWE have reportedly praised Priest for his toughness and commitment. His efforts to work through the injuries have been well-received backstage. As a result, he is expected to be featured in a significant manner at SummerSlam. Creative plans are reportedly being made to ensure he has a prominent role on the show. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: A WWE logo is shown on a screen before a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It was announced that WWE... LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: A WWE logo is shown on a screen before a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It was announced that WWE wrestler Braun Strowman will face heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury and WWE champion Brock Lesnar will take on former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez at the WWE's Crown Jewel event at Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 31. More This new information reframes the entire narrative of the McIntyre-Priest feud. It highlights the toughness of the former Judgment Day member as he moves toward a major spot at one of WWE's biggest events of the year. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Priest's WWE career is a story of a steady climb, culminating in main event success as both a singles star and a key member of a dominant faction. After a successful run in Ring of Honor as Punishment Martinez, he signed with WWE in 2018 and debuted in NXT. As Damian Priest, his "Archer of Infamy" persona quickly connected with fans, leading to him capturing the NXT North American Championship at TakeOver XXX in a thrilling ladder match. Priest made his main roster debut at the 2021 Royal Rumble and immediately made an impact, teaming with international music superstar Bad Bunny to defeat The Miz and John Morrison at WrestleMania 37. Later that year, he won the United States Championship from Sheamus at SummerSlam. His career reached a new level in 2022 when he became a founding member of The Judgment Day. The faction became a dominant force on Raw, with Priest and Finn Bálor capturing the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship on two separate occasions. In 2023, he won the Men's Money in the Bank ladder match. He successfully cashed in his contract at WrestleMania 40 to defeat Drew McIntyre and win the World Heavyweight Championship for the first time, cementing his place as a top star in the company. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Quietly Ends Fan-Favorite Faction: Report
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 has confirmed that the WWE faction Damage CTRL has been quietly disbanded. The group, once a dominant force in the women's division, came to an unceremonious end due to releases and injuries. The news comes from a recent Fightful Select report. It stated that an internal decision was made to end the faction in early May 2025. The Rise Of Damage CTRL Damage CTRL made its memorable debut at SummerSlam in 2022. Bayley returned from a year-long injury, bringing Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky to the main roster with her. The trio immediately established themselves as top heels in the women's division. Kai and Sky went on to have two reigns as the WWE Women's Tag Team Champions. In late 2023, the group expanded by adding former champions Asuka and Kairi Sane. They also captured the Women's Tag Team Titles, continuing the faction's legacy of success. Triple H speaks at the WWE Post Show during WWE Survivor Series: War Games at Rogers Arena on November 30, 2024 in Vancouver, Canada. Triple H speaks at the WWE Post Show during WWE Survivor Series: War Games at Rogers Arena on November 30, 2024 in Vancouver, Canada. WWE/Getty Images The Road To Disbandment The group began to fracture in early 2024 after Bayley won the Women's Royal Rumble match. She was kicked out of the group, leading to a babyface turn and her victory over Iyo Sky for the WWE Women's Title at WrestleMania 40. After Bayley's departure, the remaining members were separated by circumstances. Dakota Kai was released from her WWE contract in May 2025, while both Asuka and Kairi Sane spent time away with injuries. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation WWE Internally Ends The Faction The Fightful Select report notes that after Kai's release, WWE made the internal decision to end the group. The remaining members were no longer introduced as "representing Damage CTRL" at live events. Asuka is scheduled to return to the ring on the June 16 episode of Raw. However, the report states that the Damage CTRL name is not expected to be part of her return. While the members could team up again one day, the faction is officially considered to be done for now. The faction had a memorable impact on the fans and is clearly are remembered in a positive light. With Asuka returning, it will be interesting to see what kind of role she plays going forward on TV as WWE could make her a new gatekeeper for up-and-coming talent. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Check out which missing WWE star is backstage at SmackDown today (possible SPOILER)
As of this morning, we knew that tonight's (June 13) episode of SmackDown would feature opening round matches in the King & Queen of the Ring tournaments, but we didn't exactly know which ones. That has been clarified, as WWE is now listing the following three tournament matches for the show: Cody Rhodes vs. Damian Priest vs. Andrade vs. Shinsuke Nakamura Randy Orton vs. LA Knight vs. Aleister Black vs. Carmelo Hayes Charlotte Flair vs. Alexa Bliss vs. Candice LeRae vs. Chelsea Green This is Cody's first match on Raw or SmackDown programming (excluding dark matches) since February, per the data at CageMatch. It also means that Randy Orton is back on SmackDown tonight for the first time since he lost against John Cena at Backlash in early May. Advertisement Speaking of Cena, WWE is advertising him for the show too, along with United States Champion Jacob Fatu and Money in the Bank contract winner Naomi. In addition to the above information that's been officially announced by WWE, Fightful Select is reporting that Kiana James is backstage at SmackDown today. She last wrestled in WWE on a June 2024 episode of Raw, and was reportedly on the sidelines after that due to a leg injury. That she is backstage at SmackDown today doesn't guarantee she will be featured on TV, but it's at least a possibility. There's also yesterday's story about Hikuleo scheduled to be in the building tonight, which has led to speculation about his potential debut in The Bloodline as Talla Tonga. What are you looking forward to the most on tonight's episode of SmackDown, Cagesiders? Advertisement More from
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Want to be the next John Cena? Here's how to become a WWE superstar and dominate the ring!
WWE is one of the biggest and most popular professional wrestling companies in the world. The Stamford-based promotion, which had an annual revenue of $1.398 billion* in 2024, has changed the lives of several athletes and entertainers over the years. Most established WWE stars, right from John Cena to Roman Reigns, are global celebrities and earn big bucks. However, becoming a WWE A-lister isn't easy. It requires years of training and unparalleled dedication to make it in this business. So, if you want to pursue a career in the WWE, here's all you need to know. How can I join WWE wrestling? According to the company's official website, one needs to be at least 18 years old to apply to be a WWE star. Moreover, some experience in wrestling is mandatory. If you meet these parameters, had to the WWE's official website and apply by filling the online form. If the higher-ups like your profile, you will be invited for tryouts, which are held throughout the year. Depending on how you fare, you will be allotted to the Performance Centre and then one of the brands. This, however, may take some time. How do I start a career in WWE? The first thing you need to do before applying for a job at the WWE is to gain experience. You can do so by performing on the indies. Alternatively, you can attend a wrestling school. You also need to study the WWE product in order to understand what evokes a reaction from the audience. Physical conditioning is of utmost importance so you need to train rigorously to be successful in the company. Once everything is in order and you have made an impression, you can get an opportunity to perform on NXT, the development brand. However, if you are lucky and have enough experience, you might just be asked to perform on Raw or SmackDown (the main brands) directly. What is WWE minimum salary? Simply put, you'll be making a fortune once you join the main roster. According to Fightful Select, a website, a talent on the main roster earns a minimum of $350,000 per year. However, the exact figure varies depending on experience and star power. Some big names may even earn upto $1 million annually. * As per Wrestlenomics Stay ahead of the game with the latest updates, match highlights, and insider stories from IPL, cricket, WWE, and more! Click here
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rumor Roundup: Rollins replacing Punk, Bronson Reed plan, Chelsea Green injury, more!
Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill. Important reminder: Rumors are just that — rumors. None of this has been confirmed as fact, it's just circulating around the pro wrestling rumor mill. We track rumor accuracy in a weekly feature called Rumor Look Back you can find here. Remember, take it all with a grain of salt. Rumors for the Day: Regarding Seth Rollins replacing CM Punk in a promotional video for WWE Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia, the Wrestling Observer Newsletter claims it 'wasn't a significant change or anything.' Bronson Reed joining Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, and Paul Heyman's faction was a late decision, per Fightful, as original plans didn't include anyone else joining the group. Fightful Select has confirmed Chelsea Green's broken nose is legitimate. The Daily Update says they don't expect her off TV at all, however, as it was a 'clean break.' They also say Liv Morgan is being factored into creative plans for Raw already and she could be back as soon as this week's show. The WON says there was talk of using 'JC Matanza' for Jeff Cobb's new name in WWE as an inside reference to Lucha Underground but he apparently didn't like the name so they went with JC Mateo instead. The Observer says Ace Austin, whose TNA contract is expiring, was offered a new deal but turned it down to 'get into a larger company.' Advertisement If you have heard of any interesting rumors that you'd like to add, feel free to post them in the comments section below. Just remember they are rumors and not confirmed as fact, so please take them as such. And check our weekly Rumor Look Back here to keep track of how often rumors turn out to be correct. More from
