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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Deadman behind the desk? The Undertaker teases a bold move to WWE creative team
The Undertaker (Image via Getty Images) The Undertaker could be taking on a whole new role in WWE , but not inside the ring. After being spotted backstage and sparking rumors, the WWE legend has finally responded to talk about him possibly joining the company's creative team. His answer was not a simple yes or no, but it definitely left fans excited. With Triple H and Shawn Michaels already handling major creative responsibilities, the thought of adding The Deadman to that mix is so exciting. Undertaker's recent comments suggest that the door is wide open. And now, fans are starting to believe something big could actually happen soon. Is The Undertaker ready to join WWE creative? In a conversation with Andrew Ravens for WrestleSTAR, The Undertaker has confirmed that he has thought about joining WWE's creative team. However, it is not something he would take lightly, and he made sure to explain the challenges involved in taking up that kind of position in today's WWE. 'Yeah, I've always kind of had an interest, it's just a matter of making it work with my schedule and the other things that I have going on, because the ask for something like that is really big." He explained that a creative role would require full focus and time. The process involves more than just showing up, it means actively being part of story planning, talent discussions, and the demanding week-to-week grind. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The Undertaker & Michelle McCool: WWE Creative Rumors, Evolution 2 Appearance 'I would have to be 100% committed to be part of that, you have to be involved in all of these creative meetings and all of this other stuff." Though he lives in Texas and travels less than before, he didn't completely shut down the idea. Fans might not see him every week, but the possibility of him working remotely or behind the scenes still holds promise. 'If we can figure out a way to make that happen, with me obviously being in Texas, I would definitely entertain it." He also expressed his passion for helping WWE improve and supporting new talent. 'I'll always, if there's something that I could do to make our product better, help talent, then I'm on board for that.' A big step that needs full dedication The Undertaker knows he can not just 'try out' a creative role. He said that taking on such a responsibility means giving it his all. WWE, after all, is a non-stop machine with no off-season and constant demands. Undertaker Joining WWE Creative? He understands that creative involvement is not something you can do halfway. If WWE can adjust around his commitments, there's a real chance that fans might see a dream creative team come together. With Triple H and Shawn Michaels already holding key roles, adding The Undertaker could reunite the legendary 'End of an Era' crew from WrestleMania XXVIII in a whole new way. Also Read: The morning after WWE WrestleMania 41 took a serious turn for The Undertaker Follow all the live updates, scores, and highlights from the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘WWE LFG': How to Watch Season 2 of the Reality Series Online Without Cable
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. The WWE's reality competition series WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats) premieres its second season on Sunday (June 22). More from Billboard Italy's Adriatic Sound Festival Aims to Be the New European Destination for Techno NBA Finals 2025 Livestream: Here's How to Watch Pacers vs. Thunder Game Online for Free Phoenix Mercury vs. Chicago Sky: How to Watch WNBA Stars Kahleah Copper & Angel Reese Face Off With Hulu + Live TV It features 16 contenders battling for a chance to make it to the big leagues of pro wrestling in the WWE. Season two also features five legendary coaches: Undertaker, Booker T, Michelle McCool, Bubba Ray Dudley and Shawn Michaels. Season two of WWE LFG has a start time of 10 p.m. ET/PT. WWE LFG airs on A&E. The series is available to stream on Philo, DirecTV, Fubo and Hulu + Live TV. Keep reading for more details on how cord-cutters can watch the WWE reality series online. A subscription to Philo — which comes with A&E — gets you access to live TV from cable channels for just $28 per month. In fact, you can watch more than 70 cable networks, such as AMC, BBC America, BET, Cartoon Network, CMT, Discovery Channel, Food Network, Hallmark Channel, HGTV, History Channel, IFC, Lifetime, Logo, MotorTrends, Nickelodeon, OWN, Paramount Network, Smithsonian Channel, Sundance TV, TLC, VH1, Vice and many others. In addition, AMC+ is available on Philo. The premium streaming service comes with Philo Core for free, so you can get even more movies and TV shows to watch with signup. watch 'WWE LFG' with Philo A subscription to DirecTV — which comes with A&E for WWE LFG — gets you access to live TV, local and cable channels, starting at $59.99 for the first month of service ($89.99 per month afterwards) for the streamer's signature packages. You can watch local networks such as NBC, ABC, Fox, and PBS, while you can watch many cable networks, including ESPN, FS1, Lifetime, FX, AMC, Bravo, BET, MTV, Paramount Network, Cartoon Network, VH1, Fuse, CNN, Food Network, CNBC and others. watch 'WWE LFG' with DirecTV WWE LFG on A&E is available to watch with Hulu + Live TV. Prices for the cable alternative start at $82.99 per month, while each plan comes with Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN+ at no additional cost. Hulu + Live TV might be best for those who want all of these streaming services together in one bundle. It features many other networks, including ESPN, ABC, Hallmark Channel, BET, CMT, Disney Channel, NBC, Fox Sports and more. watch 'WWE LFG' with Hulu + Live TV To watch season two of WWE LFG on A&E, Fubo starts at $64.99 for the first month, $84.99 per month afterwards (the streamer's current deal) with more than 225 channels — including local and cable — that are streamable on smart TVs, smartphones, tablets and on web browsers. The service even gets you live access to local broadcast networks including NBC, Fox and ABC, while it has dozens of cable networks, such as ESPN, Bravo, CMT, ID, TV Land, VH1, TLC, E!, FS1, MTV, FX, Ion, OWN, Paramount Network and much more. Watch 'WWE LFG' with Fubo Starting at 10 p.m. ET/PT, WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats) airs on A&E on Sunday (June 22). The series features the opening theme song 'Take A Lesson' by def rebel (music producer Doug Davis), while it's available to stream on Philo. watch 'WWE LFG' with Philo Want more? For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best Xbox deals, studio headphones and Nintendo Switch accessories.
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Childhood dream comes true as WWE fast-tracks new sensation straight to the main roster
Mr. Iguana (Image via WWE) A new wrestling star is quickly becoming a fan favorite after a breakout moment that took everyone by surprise. His unexpected appearance at WWE and AAA's Worlds Collide event got people talking, and later, when he was seen in the crowd at Money in the Bank, the reaction was massive. Since then, WWE has been moving fast, and it seems he will not be heading to NXT like most new talents. The rising AAA sensation, Mr. Iguana, impressed fans with his fun energy, colorful style, and playful iguana puppet, La Yezca. His presence quickly went viral, and WWE responded by airing a video package about him on RAW. He later appeared briefly on NXT, but that was not a long-term move, WWE already has plans to bring him straight to the main roster. WWE skipping NXT plans for Mr. Iguana In a recent interview with Línea Directa TV, Mr. Iguana shared what WWE told him. They do not want him to go through the NXT system. Instead, they are moving him right to the top. 'I'm there effectively. Like literally I was in the Performance Center yesterday and they told me, 'You're not going through NXT, you're heading straight to the main roster.'' Exclusiva: "Ser un superhéroe culichi": Mr Iguana 🦎 y su motivación tras llegar a WWE He also said he was taking pictures with WWE legend Shawn Michaels at the time. The reason WWE is pushing him so fast is simple, he has now become a top merchandise seller. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo 'I was literally taking pictures with Shawn Michaels and they told me they need you here because your shirt is the top seller in WWE, and you're also the fastest-rising star when it comes to action figures and trading cards.' His t-shirts, toys, and trading cards are selling really fast, and WWE sees him as a rising star. This has helped him get ahead of many others and hence, possibly land a top spot soon. A childhood dream coming true for Mr. Iguana For Mr. Iguana, this moment is very special. He said that being in WWE is what he had dreamed about since he was a child. He also thanked his hometown in Mexico, Culiacán, Sinaloa, for their love and support. 'Being in WWE is the dream of every child and I will have all the time in the world for my city because thanks to them and thanks to being culichi, I would not be where I am today.' Right now, WWE has not confirmed when or where Mr. Iguana will debut. But it is clear they are very excited about him. He is already one of the most talked-about names, and fans are eager to see him in action on a bigger stage. From a surprise crowd appearance to a main roster call-up, Mr. Iguana's rise in WWE is happening really fast. If everything goes as planned, the audience may soon see him make his debut on RAW or SmackDown. Also Read: Mr. Iguana steals the spotlight: WWE reportedly planning big things for viral AAA star
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Roxanne Perez living up to 'The Prodigy' nickname heading into WWE Money in the Bank
One way to identify who are the top wrestlers is by who has a nickname. More often than not, those with a tag are some of the greats. There's 'The Heartbreak Kid' Shawn Michaels. 'The Nature Boy' Ric Flair. 'The Tribal Chief' Roman Reigns. 'The Viper' Randy Orton. 'The Man' Becky Lynch. 'The Champ' John Cena. The list goes on and on. Advertisement What do they all have in common? All the aforementioned stars earned their names during their career. It took championship reigns, iconic matches and memorable moments while earning the crowd's praise for them to be bestowed the honor. Then there's Roxanne Perez. Roxanne Perez makes her entrance during Monday Night Raw at KFC YUM! Center on May 12, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky. From the moment she signed with WWE at age 20, Perez has been dubbed 'The Prodigy.' Meaning a highly talented youth, the nickname set incredible expectations for her. How can you be named 'The Prodigy' and not become an instant success? The bar was set incredibly high for the woman standing at 5-foot tall. So far, Perez has soared above every benchmark set on her. She won the NXT Women's Championship in her first year with the company in 2022, and became the third-ever two-time title holder last year while becoming the face of the women's developmental division. Advertisement Success at NXT set the foundation, but the real test was going to be whether Perez could continue rolling on the main roster. Like a baseball player, you can be great in the minors, but your legacy ultimately lies in the major leagues. It's a small sample size, but the early returns show 'The Prodigy' really is the perfect nickname. She had a record setting day at the Royal Rumble in February and was in Elimination Chamber one month later. Now officially called-up, she'll have her third main roster premium live event of 2025 in the women's Money in the Bank match. Not bad for being the youngest star on the main roster at 23 years old. ''The Prodigy' is not just a nickname; it's something that I've created myself into through hard work,' Perez told USA TODAY Sports. 'The main roster officially knows that Roxanne Perez, 'The Prodigy,' is here, and she's here to stay, and she's here to make waves.' Roxanne Perez's building confidence The Perez appearing on Monday Night Raw isn't the same one that showed up on NXT three years ago. Gone is that bubbly, innocent new kid on the block who captured fans' hearts. Now is a more blunt, unapologetically vicious star who doesn't care 'what everybody says,' as she puts it. Advertisement It's a side of Perez that oozes with swagger, but it took time to develop what shows up on screen. Perez said she's glad she spent three years in NXT rather than jumping on the main roster early. In the developmental stage, she believes she really got to work on what she wanted to portray. It's a complete contrast to what helped her establish a spot in the company, but Perez noted she 'evolved into who I was really meant to be.' Roxanne Perez (right) kicks Rhea Ripley during their match on Monday Night Raw at T-Mobile Center on April 28, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri. Showing a successful darker side of herself proved to management she was ready for the call-up. She had developed something that clicked. However, with that came the next challenge: keeping the confidence off-screen. Advertisement One could argue no one on the roster was as big of a WWE fan as a kid than Perez. It was around age 8 the Laredo, Texas native knew she wanted to be a wrestler. Some wrestlers from that time like CM Punk and Natalya − who she famously got to talk to on "Total Divas" − are still on the roster, and Perez was able to look up to the leaders of the women's revolution as she started getting in the ring. Those same people she admired are now coworkers, and Perez admitted that has led to some bits of imposter syndrome. There were doubts she belonged alongside decorated stars – even as she started racking up her own accolades – and plenty of training was needed to overcome the feeling. 'To have the name prodigy on my back, it was definitely kind of hard mentally because it was like, well, am I 'The Prodigy' when I'm surrounded by all of these people?' she said. 'I really had to kind of find that confidence in me and realize, no, yeah, I am. Just because I'm surrounded by these people that I've watched growing up doesn't mean that I can't be on the same level as them. 'I really had to start training myself to be like, 'you belong here.' And now I feel like everybody knows that I do belong here.' Advertisement The work Perez has put into her confidence has carried over into the ring. Whether it's shunning away the cheers or scheming menacing methods of victory, Perez has found the right persona for her, and she's still crafting it. She still views every time she appears as an audition, and even for someone on a meteoric rise like her, it feels like the correct approach for a young star. While she's had the opportunity to get her feet wet in the main roster, Perez is in the most delicate stage one could be on in WWE. Success in NXT doesn't mean it carries over onto the main roster. For every star that stays hot, there's another that didn't pan out. It leads to limited opportunities, being forgotten and the eventual release from the company. Perez said she could've been someone that flamed out following her time with NXT, but its the consistent effort being put in that has led to the solid start and building a foundation for it to last. 'I'm trying to prove myself every single night,' she said. 'You can't get comfortable, ever.' Joining the Judgment Day, ready for Money in the Bank The Royal Rumble match was nothing new for Perez after appearances in 2023 and 2024, but it was the 2025 edition that gave a peek of the leap she was bound to take. She was entrant No. 3 and lasted a women's record one hour, seven minutes and 47 seconds, finishing runner-up to Charlotte Flair. Advertisement It was a monumental moment to put the young star in, and she nearly clinched a WrestleMania match when she competed in the women's Elimination Chamber in March. Even though neither match resulted in victory, it was clear Perez was ready for the big stage, officially joining Raw on May 19. The move to Raw has also led Perez into an intriguing storyline. With assistance from Finn Balor, she has tried to make her way into The Judgment Day, a move she believes will really help further her career. There's been pushback from Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez as Perez is trying to get in the good graces of the group by helping out in matches and offering gifts. 'I think it's going well, I don't know if you'd say the same,' she said. 'Some of them are kind of enjoying my time there. Some are not, but that's OK.' One notable moment happened when Perez gifted Dominik Mysterio his beloved chicken nuggets. Fans instantly believed it would lead to her becoming the new on-screen lover for the Intercontinental Champion, therefore leading to heat with his current beloved in Morgan. Advertisement Regardless of where it leads, it feels like there's just something about Mysterio that makes women swoon. But when asked about what makes Mysterio such a hot commodity, Perez didn't understand what the fuss was about. 'No one says I folded or that I'm in love with him,' she said. 'I don't know who says I find him intriguing in that way. I'm just trying to be in everybody's good graces. 'I think everybody just needs to see how it unfolds.' While she works into the group, Perez will get another massive opportunity with the women's Money in the Bank match on June 7. Win and she gets a championship match at any moment in the next year. Advertisement It's always been a dream for Perez to compete in Money in the Bank, and she's hoping to make memories during the match where she becomes forever linked with the 2025 show. She also may have given a hint at what she would do if she wins; she said her favorite moments are when the briefcase is cashed in on the same night. So Iyo Sky or Tiffany Stratton aren't safe at all if it's "Rox in the Bank." The PLE win would result in someone that will 'make a change in the woman's division in so many good ways,' Perez said. It could further launch her way toward the top of the roster, and cement 'The Prodigy' wasn't just a nickname for Perez; it was her destiny. 'Everything is going exactly the way that I wanted it to, in the way I manifested it to, and the way I just worked hard for it too,' she said. The biggest stories, every morning. Stay up-to-date on all the key sports developments by subscribing to USA TODAY Sports' newsletter. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Roxanne Perez continues to prove 'The Prodigy' was WWE star's destiny
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bret Hart vs Shawn Michaels: 3 iconic WWE moments from their storied rivalry
Image via WWE Bret Hart vs Shawn Michaels is one of the most iconic WWE rivalries of all time. WWE has seen some of the biggest superstars engage in iconic feuds over the years. From a rising star going up against an established veteran to two top-tier stars vying to become the face of WWE, the promotion has seen it all. One of the biggest rivalries that was a rage in the mid-1990s was between Bret "The Hitman" Hart and Shawn Michaels. The two had completely opposite beliefs as part of the WWE personalities. The Hitman was the Excellence of Execution who preached his in-ring craft and came from a lineage of top wrestlers. On the other hand, The Heartbreak Kid was the notorious and rebellious degenerate coming up with Triple H as part of D-Generation X. With both stars having faced each other many times over the years, here are the three most iconic moments from their rivalry. 3. Iron Man match at WrestleMania Shawn Michaels and Bret Hart had been feuding for months and were set to collide in their biggest match. It was a 60-minute Ironman match with Hart defending his WWE title against Michaels in the main event of WrestleMania 12. From Shawn's epic entrance from the top of the rafters to one of the greatest in-ring matches produced in WWE, it had instant classic written all over it. The match went into sudden death after the score was tied at the end of the hour. Finally, it was Shawn Michaels' Sweet Chin Music on Bret Hart that gave him his first big win in the company. 2. Montreal Screwjob Following years of having blockbuster matches, Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels were ready to clash for the final time at the 1997 WWE Survivor Series for the WWE title. The match took place in his home country of Canada and was Hart's last match before he headed to WCW. In one of the biggest double-crosses of professional wrestling, Vince McMahon called for the bell when Michaels had Hart trapped in the Sharpshooter, and he had not even tapped out. This incident infamously came to be known as the 'Montreal Screwjob.' 1. Buried the hatchet Bret Hart returned to WWE, 12 years after the Montreal Screwjob, as the Guest Host of RAW. He called out his rival, Shawn Michaels with whom he had real-life tensions, both onscreen and offscreen. The duo gave their view on the events of Montreal, and things got a little heated. However, in the end, Hart proposed to bury the hatchet and put it behind them. Michaels agreed, and the duo shook hands and embraced each other in one of the most memorable WWE moments of all time. Also read: Two shocking title changes shake the WWE NXT landscape Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
