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Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
3 Key Reasons Jey Uso Lost WWE World Heavyweight Championship
3 Key Reasons Jey Uso Lost WWE World Heavyweight Championship originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Jey Uso no longer holds the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, and there are three key reasons for that. Advertisement Throughout the buildup to his title rematch against Gunther, the story with Uso was that he was spreading himself thin. Uso had a lot on his plate, including helping his friend Sami Zayn in his feud with Seth Rollins' faction and teaming with Cody Rhodes to face John Cena and Logan Paul at "Money in the Bank 2025." Gunther even told Uso in the weeks leading up to their match that he may have the right qualities to be a great person, but it doesn't make for a sustainable champion. Gunther ultimately ended Uso's 51-day reign by choking him out at the conclusion of "WWE Raw." While some fans may take issue with the fact that Uso didn't get a full two months with the top male prize on the red brand, there are some reasons for WWE's decision to take the title off "Raw's" top babyface. Jey Uso Will Be Just Fine "Main Event" Jey Uso cuts an in-ring promo during an episode of "WWE Raw."(via WWE) Jey Uso's rise to stardom began thanks to his work with The Bloodline story. While Uso was heavily praised for the serious tone of his promos, his popularity and marketability exploded with his "Yeet" catchphrase and his entrances going through the crowd. Advertisement Uso built a strong connection with WWE fans, and it was never linked to him winning a championship. WWE capitalized on the momentum by making Uso the WWE Intercontinental Champion, a reign that lasted just 28 days. Fans didn't sour on Uso then and stuck with him for his WWE World Heavyweight Championship win at "WrestleMania 41." WWE recently posted a video of several kids crying after Uso lost his title to Gunther. He's still over with the fans; the "Yeet" chants aren't going away. Uso will continue to be a top merchandise seller. Gunther's character needs gold more than Uso because "The Ring General" is most effective when he is a champion. Uso's true value is that you can plug him in anywhere and he'll remain popular. It's Time for The Usos to Team Again The Usos make their way out for a tag team match on "WWE Raw."(via WWE) While Jey Uso has been handling solo business on "Raw," his brother Jimmy Uso has been involved in side stories more than anything. While Jimmy has received plenty of TV time on "SmackDown," he hasn't been involved in marquee feuds that lead to PLE matches. He needs his brother to get back to that level. Advertisement WWE planted the seeds for The Usos and The New Day to renew their rivalry after Jey lost the world title to Gunther. In a video uploaded on WWE's social media pages, WWE World Tag Team Champions Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods mocked Jey over the loss. Kingston bragged about holding a singles world title longer than Jey could. All signs point to a tag team title match between The New Day and The Usos, potentially at "SummerSlam 2025." The Usos have long been a top act in WWE, and fans will likely have no issue getting behind the team once again. Bigger Plans for 'SummerSlam' Sami Zayn celebrates after qualifying for the 2025 King of the Ring tournament.(via WWE) For weeks, Sami Zayn has vowed to eventually become a world champion. It's a goal that has eluded him throughout his decorated in-ring career. On WWE TV, Zayn's ability to win a world title has been doubted by the likes of Karrion Kross. It's a similar underdog story that Uso had before ultimately winning the big one. Advertisement Fans have been speculating that Zayn could win the 2025 King of the Ring tournament, which would grant him a WWE World Heavyweight Championship opportunity at "SummerSlam." There is plenty of history between Zayn and Gunther, which would come into play if "The Ring General" remains champion. WWE can easily get fans emotionally invested in Zayn's attempt to capture his first world championship. The question is, could Zayn's reign be far shorter than Uso's as Seth Rollins' MITB briefcase looms over the "Raw" brand? Related: WWE Legend Expected to Return During 'Monday Night Raw' This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 12, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dominik Mysterio acknowledges John Cena for supporting him ahead of WrestleMania 41
WWE superstar Dominik Mysterio has shared his appreciation for the support and acknowledgement he has received from wrestling legend . Mysterio has recently opened up about his working experience with Cena, highlighting the impact that the 16-time World Champion had on his wrestling career. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now It seems Dominik Mysterio is still soaking in the compliments that he has received from one of his wrestling idols, John Cena. John Cena, who became the new Undisputed Champion at WrestleMania 41 by defeating Cody Rhodes, has recently retained his title against Randy Orton in the recently held WWE Backlash held on May 10, 2025, in St. Louis. The Cenation leader is now busy with his upcoming appearances on WWE and his final bout in December 2025. Let's find out what Dirty Dominik had said about the Cenation leader. Dominik Mysterio acknowledges John Cena for praising him ahead of WrestleMania 41 Dominik Mysterio seems very happy for John Cena for praising him ahead of 41. He acknowledged Cena and expressed his gratitude for endorsing him. During an interview with The Wrestling Classic, Dominik Mysterio , the Judgment Day faction member, opened up about how special he felt when praised Mysterio. Acknowledging The Cenation Leader, Mysterio said, 'I think that was super, super dope of him to do that, you know, cuz John doesn't have to do any of that stuff,' Dominik said. 'John doesn't have to — he's John Cena, you know? He's the biggest, if not the biggest, movie star in the world, along with the biggest wrestler currently in the world. And for him to say those things about me, it's just really cool to see.' During the interview, claimed that Cena was among the first well-known celebrities he collaborated with following the pandemic's conclusion, partnering alongside him and his father, Rey Mysterio, against Roman Reigns and The Usos. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He remarked that it was unique for Cena to recognize his development, having witnessed his whole transformation from a young rookie to a heel figure. Dominik Mysterio On Winning the IC Title, John Cena, CM Punk, India Trip, Rhea Ripley Tattoos & More 'Especially because, like, you know, I started with him when the pandemic ended, and we had live crowds back. Like, he was the guy that was there for me with the tag matches, giving me advice as a good guy — we were both baby faces at that time,' he added. He also recalled the time when he turned heel for the first, and how Cena had seen the transformation and his entire journey till date 'But the fact that Cena was able to see me from that beginning to then, like, a couple of months later when he came back — maybe a year or two later when he came back — I was a bad guy then, and I got to wrestle him in a dark match. So, he's seen me through this whole process and what I've gone through,' he explained. Moreover, he added how Cena has been a childhood inspiration to him and how he has followed him since because of his childhood connection with the World Champion. Also Read : Lastly, Mysterio added, 'I've known that dude since I was a kid. Like, I've loved the Doctor of Thuganomics, you know? I played his album when I was in school. Before I jumped in the showers, I always had to listen to music or have a speaker on — I'd play his CD. It was signed for me. Like, I was a Cena mark, you know? But at the end of the day, it's really cool to hear that from a guy like that.'
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
3 Jey Uso championship clashes that could headline any WWE event
can have some of the most compelling matches in for his World Heavyweight Championship . Jey Uso defied the odds and broke away from the shadow of just being a tag team wrestler and a right-hand man. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He witnessed a meteoric rise in 2024 with his YEET movement and carried on the momentum in 2025. At WrestleMania 41, he proved all his doubters wrong and made his arch rival, Gunther, submit to the sleeper hold to win his first-ever World Heavyweight Championship. The YEET is now on top of the RAW mountain and already has challengers like Logan Paul waiting for their opportunity to take the title away from him. With a huge target on his back now, here are three blockbuster title matches Jey Uso can have as the World Heavyweight Champion: 3. Jimmy Uso In 2024, WWE witnessed an epic feud between the real-life brothers and accomplished tag team, The Usos. Jimmy and Jey Uso went up against each other and squared off in a huge showdown at WrestleMania 40. Despite a spectacular build-up and hype around the bout, it was heavily panned by fans and critics alike. The brothers could redeem themselves with another match, but this time, it could be for the World Heavyweight title. With the stakes raised, a title match between Jey and Jimmy Uso could be a highly compelling bout at a major WWE PLE, and can even headline the show. 2. Cody Rhodes Jey Uso and Cody Rhodes share a close bond as friends in WWE and have even reigned as the WWE Tag Team Champions at one point in their careers. Moreover, Uso was also close to picking Rhodes as his WrestleMania 41 opponent, but ultimately chose Gunther. The American Nightmare has not been seen on WWE TV since losing his World title to John Cena at the show. So he could change his direction and head to RAW to challenge the YEET man for his championship at a huge WWE show. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 1. Roman Reigns Jey Uso has accomplished a lot in his thriving WWE career. However, the one thing that he is yet to do is defeat his megastar cousin . Uso battled on a couple of occasions but came up short each time. However, a future bout between the Samoans, but this time, with Jey Uso defending the World title, it could be a huge showdown and could possibly see the YEET man pick up the win over The OTC. Also read:
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE WrestleMania 42 match early predictions: Superstars that are set to shine in New Orleans
Image via WWE With the curtains just falling on WWE WrestleMania 41, fans are already looking ahead to next year's mega event. WWE WrestleMania 42 is set to take place at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans on April 11-12, 2026, and our early predictions suggest a star-studded lineup that could shape the future of the company. Roman Reigns vs The Rock One of the most anticipated clashes is a potential dream match between Roman Reigns and The Rock. Long discussed but never executed, this battle of cousins could finally materialise as Reigns nears the final stages of his WWE career. Cody Rhodes vs CM Punk Another major headline could see Cody Rhodes square off against CM Punk for the WWE Championship. After their fiery exchanges over the past two Royal Rumble seasons, this match feels inevitable, with fans eager to see these two superstars go head to head in a fierce battle. Bianca Belair vs Jade Cargill On the women's side, a heated rivalry between Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill is brewing. Having already made waves in WWE, Cargill could challenge Belair in what promises to be a high-impact encounter for the Women's Championship. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Becky Lynch vs Bayley Meanwhile, Becky Lynch and Bayley could finally settle their score after WrestleMania 41's dramatic reshuffle, with a title clash very much on the cards. The Usos vs The Lucha Bros Tag team wrestling also looks set for a big moment. A showdown between The Usos and The Lucha Bros could be an amazing sight to watch, offering fans a high-octane match featuring some of the industry's finest teams. Jacob Fatu vs Drew McIntyre New stars are expected to shine as well. Rising powerhouse Jacob Fatu could be on a collision course with Drew McIntyre for a world title match, showcasing a clash of brute strength and raw popularity. Jey Uso vs Bron Breakker Bron Breakker may step up to challenge Jey Uso for the World Heavyweight Championship under the guidance of Paul Heyman, potentially marking his arrival as a top-tier star. With several returns, debuts, and dream matches potentially on the horizon, WrestleMania 42 promises to be a celebration of WWE's past, present, and future. While a lot can change in a year, the early signs point towards an unforgettable two-night spectacular event in New Orleans. Fans will be watching closely as storylines develop in the coming months, with the Road to WrestleMania 42 already beginning to take shape.
Irish Daily Star
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Star
The Rock confirms reason he didn't show up at WrestleMania as fans left disappointed
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has confirmed why he skipped WrestleMania 41 despite being involved in the storytelling leading up to John Cena and Cody Rhodes' title match. The 52-year-old has been playing "The Final Boss" since returning before WrestleMania 40 last year in Philadelphia as part of "The Bloodline" alongside family members Roman Reigns and The Usos. "The Rock" has showed up in parts heading into this year's spectacle, getting fans excited over his new, dominant persona. He orchestrated John Cena's historic heel turn on Rhodes at Elimination Chamber with help from Travis Scott, but he was nowhere to be seen last Sunday during the pair's WWE Championship match, leaving fans confused and furious. "The Rock" has now explained why he stepped back from the storyline, but it only fueled more anger and added more cloud of confusion surrounding Cena's legendary 17th title win thanks to an interference from Scott . Cena's win over Rhodes pushed him clear of The Great Rick Flair . Read More Related Articles Rory McIlroy's stunning mansion with Erica Stoll pictured, golf course next door Read More Related Articles Sheryl Swoopes shows allegiances as Paige Bueckers joins Caitlin Clark in WNBA Speaking Tuesday on The Pat McAfee Show , he said: "When we were moving forward with John and this idea of him getting crowned at WrestleMania and becoming 17, and being a heel champion, I knew then the best thing for 'The Final Boss.' "We've established this idea of Cody [Rhodes'] soul. We can always come back to it. I did feel, I made the call, I don't want to be involved in that. Let 'The Final Boss' step back into the shadows. Let all the spotlight go to John, let it go to Cody. Let's not make it about Cody's soul or John's soul. Let's let them do what they do." "I called John after Elimination Chamber, spoke to him, called Cody, and I said, 'I think 'The Final Boss' work is done. We've established it,'" Johnson added. "We just pulled off the greatest angle in the history of professional wrestling, other than Hulk Hogan turning heel back in the '90s. John Cena defeated Cody Rhodes without The Rock (Image: Getty) "I said, 'This is amazing. We have six weeks. Now, let's build. You guys go and crush it. I'll be right there with you, and I'm always here if you need me, but I think it's best for 'The Final Boss' not to be involved in that finish. Six weeks to plan for that.' "I loved the finish of [Sunday's] match. I would have finessed things a little differently in how they got there, but that's just me creatively. There are a lot of minds in the room. That's my thought, but still, ultimately, the bottom line was I loved John getting 17. I never had a concern about John pulling this off. My thoughts were always to Cody because of what we've established with him and his story, and the kind of babyface he is. "So, if done right, and I think if finessed right and nuanced right, down the road, that guy not only has an incredible babyface run again as champion, but also just an unheard of rise as a heel down the road."
