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USA Today
4 days ago
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- USA Today
Liv Morgan injury update: WWE Women's Tag Team Champion suffers shoulder injury
Liv Morgan injury update: WWE Women's Tag Team Champion suffers shoulder injury Show Caption Hide Caption WWE Becky Lynch, Seth Rollins greatest wrestling couple of all time After a recent Money In The Bank match, Becky Lynch felt confident no other couple in WWE could top her and Seth Rollins. A WWE champion appears to have suffered a serious injury. Liv Morgan — one half of the Women's Tag Team Champions — suffered a legitimate injury during Monday Night Raw on June 16, and she could possibly be sidelined in the future. Morgan faced Kairi Sane in a singles match at the Resch Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Early in the contest, Morgan approached Sane when dropped to her knees for a single-leg takedown. Morgan went face first on the mat as did her right shoulder. Morgan immediately yelled in pain and rolled out of the ring as the referee blocked Sane from performing any other move. Morgan went down and held her shoulder as medical personnel came to check on her. The match was eventually called off as Morgan was escorted out of the arena. Sane was declared winner by forfeit. What injury did Liv Morgan suffer? WWE commentator Michael Cole said Morgan suffered a dislocated shoulder. While it's unknown how it could affect a wrestler, it typically is an injury that can sideline athletes for months. What determines the timeline of return depends on the severity of the injury and if surgery happens. Without surgery, the Mayo Clinic says, the shoulder would improve "over a few weeks," but if surgery is performed, full recovery can take five to six months. Regardless, it looks to be a tough break for one of the workhorses in the women's division. Morgan is currently a record four-time WWE Women's Tag Team Champion alongside Raquel Rodriguez. The duo won the titles at Raw After WrestleMania on April 21 and they lost them to Lyra Valkyria and Becky Lynch one day earlier at WrestleMania 41. Recently, it had been hinted Morgan would have a storyline with current Women's World Champion Iyo Sky and WWE Hall of Famer Nikki Bella, who returned to programming on June 9. The two-time Women's World Champion has suffered shoulder injuries before. In 2023, she missed six months of action after she dislocated her shoulder in a match with Rhea Ripley. It was revealed to be a labrum tear and she required surgery. The biggest stories, every morning. Stay up-to-date on all the key sports developments by subscribing to USA TODAY Sports' newsletter.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Here's How R-Truth's WWE Return Came Together; Was His Release A Work?
R-Truth is back in WWE, but how did it happen? Truth was released by WWE last week, as he announced the news himself on June 1. His release was reportedly a financial move, but it was also a very unpopular decision. Fans and peers were vocal about being upset over the news, feeling like Truth was someone who WWE should have kept on. Advertisement It appears that WWE listened, as Truth made a shocking return at Money In The Bank on Saturday night. The main event match saw a masked man run in and attack John Cena. That man removed his mask, revealing Truth as the culprit to everyone in the arena. How did R-Truth's WWE return happen? initially reported that Truth's new deal came together within the past 72 hours. According to a new report from Fightful (via Fightful Select), Nick Khan was the one who took over negotiations with Truth. It was noted that Truth was initially approached about a return, but he 'didn't seem to entertain the calls.' Things took a positive turn when Khan got involved. It's rare that Khan gets involved in negotiations, but this situation was 'important to the company and locker room.' According to one higher-up in WWE, R-Truth's return is seen as a positive sign that the company is actually listening to fan feedback. Truth's return was very well received by the roster. Advertisement In case you're wondering if this was a worked storyline, it was not. Truth's release was legitimate, and the company changed course and brought him back under a new deal. Fightful notes that when talent directly asked Truth and WWE executives if it was legit, they also said his release was not a work. Truth's own family has indicated that the new deal was put together late in the week. R-Truth is back with WWE, but it's still unclear how long the deal is. Read More: WWE Money in the Bank Results: Review, Grades, Card For June 7 The post Here's How R-Truth's WWE Return Came Together; Was His Release A Work? appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
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- Yahoo
WWE-AAA Worlds Collide Sets Record For Live Streaming Broadcast On YouTube
WWE says its Worlds Collide crossover event shattered a company record for live-streaming on YouTube. WWE and AAA presented Worlds Collide in Los Angeles on Saturday afternoon. The event featured El Hijo del Vikingo defending the AAA Mega Championship against Chad Gable, as well as Ethan Page putting up his NXT North American Championship in a four-way match. Advertisement On Monday, the company claimed that the event set a record for the 'largest live audience in company history for a YouTube broadcast.' According to the promotion, the event peaked at 764,389 live concurrent viewers across the WWE and WWE Espańol YouTube channels. The figure was observed during the main event between El Hijo del Vikingo and Chad Gable. In addition, the event was also: Watched by more than 4.1 million viewers on YouTube in the first 24 hours. The No. 1 trending topic globally on Saturday on Twitter/X Generated more than 32 million social views across all platforms in the first 24 hours Worlds Collide can be watched back on WWE's YouTube channel, with Spanish commentary here. Catch up on full results from the event here. This weekend also featured the 2025 edition of Money In The Bank, capped off by R-Truth's surprise return to WWE. Check out everything that went down at Money In The Bank here. The post WWE-AAA Worlds Collide Sets Record For Live Streaming Broadcast On YouTube appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Newsweek
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Long-Awaited WWE Debut May Be Happening Soon
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. Former New Japan Pro-Wrestling star Hikuleo appears ready to finally make his WWE television debut. He signed with the company in 2024 but has not yet appeared on programming. A new report from states that Hikuleo is scheduled to be present at the WWE SmackDown taping in Lexington, Kentucky. This development strongly suggests his on-air arrival is imminent. Hikuleo Potential Bloodline Involvement Many believe Hikuleo will be introduced as the newest member of The Bloodline faction. His inclusion would bolster a group that currently features Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, and Tonga Loa. The faction recently added JC Mateo, also known as Jeff Cobb, who debuted on May 10. Hikuleo's arrival could be timed as a replacement for Jacob Fatu, who turned on Solo Sikoa at Money In The Bank on June 7. A Long-Awaited Arrival for Hikuleo Hikuleo's journey to a WWE screen has been a lengthy one. He was initially assigned to the NXT roster after signing but never made an official debut for the brand. Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Naomi, Bianca Belair, Nia Jax, Candice LeRae, Tiffany Stratton, and Rhea Ripley all think they will win the Royal Rumble during SmackDown at Moody Center on January 24, 202,5 in Austin,... Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Naomi, Bianca Belair, Nia Jax, Candice LeRae, Tiffany Stratton, and Rhea Ripley all think they will win the Royal Rumble during SmackDown at Moody Center on January 24, 202,5 in Austin, to a March 2025 report from Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful, Hikuleo has been listed on the WWE internal roster for months. Creative sources on the main roster were reportedly aware he had signed but had not factored him into plans at that time. Decorated NJPW Background Hikuleo left New Japan Pro-Wrestling after a tag team title match at the Dominion event in June 2024. He brings a championship pedigree with him to WWE. During his time in NJPW, he was a former STRONG Openweight Champion. He also held both the STRONG Openweight Tag Team Championship and the IWGP Tag Team Championship. The foundation of The Bloodline was made at SummerSlam in August 2020. Roman Reigns made a shocking return after a five-month hiatus, attacking both "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt and Braun Strowman after their Universal Championship match. Reigns officially turned heel for the first time in years on the following episode of SmackDown when he was revealed to be aligned with Paul Heyman. Following WrestleMania 40 in 2024, Reigns and The Rock took a hiatus. In their absence, Solo Sikoa declared himself the new leader of The Bloodline. He violently kicked his own brother, Jimmy Uso, out of the group and introduced a new, more ruthless version of the faction. This new Bloodline saw the debut of Tama Tonga, the son of wrestling legend Haku. Soon after, he was joined by his brother, Tonga Loa, creating a formidable new tag team within the group. The faction's power grew with the shocking debut of Jacob Fatu, another member of the Anoa'i family known for his intense and destructive style in other promotions. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The D'Amore Drop: How Naomi — aka Trinity — told me she was leaving TNA for WWE
The D'Amore Drop is a weekly guest column on Uncrowned written by Scott D'Amore, the Canadian professional wrestling promoter, executive producer, trainer and former wrestler best known for his long-standing role with TNA/IMPACT Wrestling, where he served as head of creative. D'Amore is the current owner of leading Canadian promotion Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling. WWE's Money In The Bank from Los Angeles this past Saturday was another action-packed WWE premium live event (PLE), with the right results to continue WWE's major storylines through the summer. Advertisement As we noted last week, Seth Rollins winning the Money In The Bank briefcase was absolutely the right call. Like with the main villain in a television show or the first act of a superhero movie, WWE continues to build up Seth Rollins' power. At WrestleMania 41, he turned full heel with Paul Heyman, then he added Bron Breakker, and then Bronson Reed to create the most formidable faction since the Bloodline's heyday. And now he has the power to get a WWE title shot anytime, anywhere, on no notice. I'm enjoying the fact that WWE is building Seth's power base slowly, with another boost every few weeks that is then allowed time to settle in the minds of the fans. Advertisement I don't think Rollins' group (they need an official name!) is done with the power grab yet. I think we are going to see them look absolutely unbeatable … and then a hero will emerge to take them on. In this past weekend's main event, Cody Rhodes got his revenge win over John Cena from WrestleMania 41, pinning the WWE Champion in a fun tag match that also featured Jey Uso and Logan Paul. I think that may create a temporary pause to the Rhodes vs. Cena storyline moving forward. Cena is now getting into it with CM Punk, leading into a fan-demanded match at WWE Night of Champions on June 28 in Saudi Arabia. Seth Rollins also sent a message to both that he'll be ready to pounce on the winner if the opportunity presents itself. Advertisement I expect WWE to circle back to Cena vs. Rhodes in a big way in late summer. The women's Money In The Bank match was every bit as exciting as the men's, with Naomi emerging from a thrilling ladder match also featuring Stephanie Vaquer, Roxanne Perez, Giulia, Rhea Ripley and Alexa Bliss. All of them had terrific moments, and it is great to see younger talents like Vaquer and Perez get presented as the megastars they will soon be. But, of course, I have an affinity for Naomi … or rather Trinity, which is her real name and what she was known as during her incredible run in TNA from 2023-24. Trinity was a massive get for TNA. The transition from the WWE can be tough when it's all you've ever known, but once she committed, she was phenomenal. Trinity had no ego, brought no drama — just had a team-first attitude. Advertisement She was a huge boost to the entire locker room, not just the Knockouts division. Everyone knew she'd probably return to WWE eventually, and we were cool with that. The goal was always to showcase her as a featured star and help her continue growing. Naomi makes her way to the ring during WWE Money in the Bank 2025. (Michael Marques/WWE via Getty Images) (WWE via Getty Images) She delivered at every major milestone — from Slammiversary to Bound for Glory, then into the TNA rebrand at Hard to Kill in January 2024. She signed to go back to WWE, and told me in December 2023. She had every right to say, 'Hey, I need to drop the belt quickly and I can't lose twice to Jordynne Grace during Hard to Kill weekend.' I actually offered her an out — to drop the title and then not do the rematch on television just days later. But she insisted on doing the right thing, passing the torch to Jordynne and giving the TNA Knockouts Title full respect. Advertisement When she sat me down and told me she was going back to WWE, she did it in person and was gracious enough to tell me what her time in TNA had meant to her. That gave me the chance to tell her exactly what she had done for TNA in return. Some tears were shed, so yeah, if I am thrilled that Trinity won Money In The Bank and will be in a WWE title program, don't blame me. I hate to do two columns in a row saying the same thing — especially this particular thing — but Logan Paul continues to impress. He didn't look at all out of place in a match that featured Cena, Rhodes and Uso. He's playing a character that is very much himself out there, and it really works. I popped when Paul and Cena got into it, teammates arguing in the ring during the match. Advertisement 'I am Logan Paul!' seems exactly like the sort of thing Logan would yell during a real-life argument, too. Jey Uso is one of the most over performers WWE has had in a decade. His entrance is the hottest in the business. He had a great match on "WWE Raw" dropping the World Heavyweight Championship to Gunther. Jey's first WWE World Title reign was a short one — April to June — but it won't be his last. Which brings me to the big surprise at Money In The Bank — the return of Ron Killings just days after he announced he was not getting renewed by WWE after 17 years with the promotion. I exchanged texts with Ronnie shortly before the show. No, he didn't mention that he was going back to WWE — he's a pro and he also knows that I hate spoilers. (Why would anyone WANT to know spoilers? Wrestling is at its best when there are surprises.) Advertisement Obviously I wanted to check if there was a chance that he could be legally cleared to appear at Maple Leaf Pro'ss next big pay-per-view on July 5, but mainly we had a great talk about the outpouring of love from not just fans, but also Ronnie's peers when news broke that he was done with WWE. I experienced something similar when I was let go from TNA in February 2024. Like I said to Ronnie, it is like attending your own funeral, and by that I mean you get to hear the things people usually only say when it's too late. I don't know for a fact if Ronnie asked WWE to be known as 'Ron Killings' — his real name — as part of this new deal, but it is very smart. Because it is his legal name, he can use it for future projects, television shows, other wrestling gigs, signings, whatever. 'R-Truth' is WWE IP. No two performers age the same and, even aged 53, Ron has something left in the tank. He has a real top-tier run left in him — in fact, he's got a few. Advertisement Let's enjoy what he does next — because it almost didn't happen. Another talent who handles things the right way is Shotzi Blackheart. WWE signed her just after she agreed to work with us in TNA in 2019, but she honored the dates. Six years later, she's a free agent — and you better believe I made sure Maple Leaf Pro booked her for our July 5 pay-per-view. AAA's Worlds Collide event was the dawn of the new WWE-ownership era for the lucha promotion. It was an impressive start: The show looked great on YouTube and there was a red-hot crowd at the Kia Forum despite the early bell time (so as not to go head-to-head with Money In The Bank across L.A.). Advertisement Lucha is a unique style of wrestling, different and distinct from the North American style. I understand some fans' fears TKO will turn it into 'WWE Mexico,' but there was no evidence of that at Worlds Collide. Next week is huge for Mexican wrestling. On June 15, WWE presents AAA's Triplemanía Regia III supercard from Arena Monterrey, and then three days later at Arena Mexico in Mexico City, the CMLL promotion teams up with AEW to present a very special Grand Slam Mexico edition of "AEW Dynamite." Of course, the CMLL/AEW event was announced first — and I'm sure it's no coincidence AAA and WWE decided to run a few days before.
