SmackDown Live Superstar Natalya recently sat down with SI.com to discuss the upcoming WWE women’s tournament, her feud with Nikki Bella, her in-ring techniques and more. Below are the highlights: On working with Tyson Kidd and Cesaro: “Working with TJ (FKA Tyson Kidd) and Cesaro helped all of us learn about content of character and quality of … Read more
In an interview with Gorilla Position podcast, SmackDown Superstar Becky Lynch discussed her thoughts on the current WWE Women’s division, the rise in their popularity and witnessing Charlotte Flair and Sasha Banks’ Hell in a Cell main event match. Highlights of the interview below. On the current era of WWE’s Women’s Division: “I don’t think there’s … Read more
Earlier today, private photos and videos of WWE Superstar Paige surfaced online and throughout social media without her consent. Since then, the former WWE Divas Champion has released a statement in regards to the terrible situation via Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealPaigeWWE/status/842877382298099713?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw Paige’s mother Saraya Knight also chimed in on the matter: People get hacked, unfortunately my daughter … Read more
WWE.com has posted an article highlighting several international female talents that took part in this week’s tryouts from their Performance Center. Among the names include: STARDOM’s Io Shirai Independent star Delilah Doom Norway independent wrestlers Ingrid “Kira” Hoftun and Kamilla “Natasja” Tjöstland Mexican luchadora star Chik Tormenta Belarus kickboxer-turned-MMA star Katsiaryna Kavaleva It should be … Read more
The rumors are true: John Cena and Nikki Bella will take on The Miz and Maryse at WrestleMania 33. What do @mikethemiz and @MaryseMizanin have to reveal on a very special edition of #MizTV on #SDLive? @JohnCena @BellaTwins pic.twitter.com/uIwCM9OjWk — WWE (@WWE) March 15, 2017 During tonight’s Miz TV sit-down segment, Maryse rekindled her previous … Read more
Tonight, during a Madison Square Garden WWE Live event, NXT Women’s champion Asuka joined the ladies of the blue brand! Teaming up with Nikki Bella, Becky Lynch and Tamina, the NXT star took on Natalya, Carmella, SmackDown Women’s champion Alexa Bliss and Mickie James. Asuka joined the SmackDown show as a replacement for the currently … Read more
In an interview with DC 101, SmackDown Live Superstar Carmella discussed the lack of opportunities in NXT and more. Below are the highlights: On the opportunities Smackdown offers, compared to NXT: “I have had way more opportunity on Smackdown Live than I ever did at NXT. And NXT is developmental, it’s the land of opportunity in and of … Read more
Ever since Brie Bella broke the news that she and husband Daniel Bryan were pregnant with their first child, the Total Bellas star has been on baby watch and documenting her pregnancy along the way. In an interview with Fit Pregnancy Magazine, which Brie graces the cover of, she discusses her focus on motherhood, when … Read more
According to a new report from The Wrestling Observer (via SportsKeeda), Kairi Hojo has signed a three year deal with WWE. It was previously rumored that Kairi, as well as fellow STARDOM star Io Shirai were both offered contracts to the WWE to start in 2017. The report also adds that Io Shirai was said to be … Read more
Nikki Bella will team up with John Cena for the first time to take on Carmella and James Ellsworth tonight on SmackDown. Nikki found herself the target of the Princess of Staten Island last year when she returned from injury, cinching the win when she pinned Carmella in her hometown. Their feud would naturally evolve, … Read more
Although she’s been offscreen from WWE television for quite awhile now, WWE Superstar Summer Rae continues to stay busy through numerous sit down interviews and magazine appearances that include Maxim, Most and Jamo Magazine. In her latest magazine appearance, Summer sits with Athleisure to discuss when she realized she wanted to become a Superstar, her … Read more
The rivalry between Mickie James and Becky Lynch is just getting started and tonight, it’s about to reach new heights. WWE announced that both women will face off tonight in a 2 out of 3 falls match. TOMORROW NIGHT on #SDLive, @BeckyLynchWWE and @MickieJames will look to settle their score in a #2OutOf3Falls Match! But … Read more
WWE has added a second women’s match to Sunday’s Fastlane PPV, pitting Sasha Banks against Nia Jax. During a backstage segment on Raw, Sasha assured Bayley that she would be at ringside to for her Women’s title match against Charlotte Flair to prevent any sort of trickery. Raw Commissioner Stephanie McMahon would walk in on … Read more
USA Today just broke the news of their female inductee to their annual Hall of Fame. And after a few weeks of guesses, it’s none other than the Glamazon, Beth Phoenix! This induction will make Beth the youngest inductee, as well as the woman with the quickest induction since her retirement. And on top of her … Read more
Former WWE Divas champion Celeste Bonin (famously known as Kaitlyn) announced via her Instagram that she will be splitting with her husband PJ Braun. In her Instagram post she stated that her website, Celestial Bodiez, had its domain taken down and her company can now be found at celestialbodiezz.com. During the video blog posted on the social media … Read more
WWE ring announcer turned host of the Making Their Way to the Ring podcast Lilian Garcia recently participated in a session of Reddit’s AMA. The “Decade Diva” answered questions regarding her time in WWE, storylines she was involved in during her tenure and her new role as a podcast host. Below are some highlights. Her … Read more
SmackDown Women’s Champion Alexa Bliss was a guest ESPN’s “Off the Top Rope” this week to discuss her thoughts on SmackDown Women’s division, who have been her biggest wrestling influencers and overcoming a near death eating disorder. Highlights of the interview below. Thoughts on the SmackDown Women’s Division: “The women on SmackDown Live! have dominated … Read more
Former SmackDown Women’s Champion Naomi was a guest on this week’s “Making their Way to the Ring” podcast with Lilian Garcia. The interview was conducted prior to Naomi having to relinquish the Women’s Title due to an injury. Highlights of the interview, (courtesy of Wrestling INC) below: On how it felt to win the Women’s … Read more
Little Miss Bliss is making waves wherever she goes and this week she’s featured on WWE’s new mini documentary series “My Daughter (or Son) is a WWE Superstar.” The video chronicles Alexa Bliss‘ life growing up, from her days in Ohio with her family to her training in gymnastics and various other sports and disciplines. She … Read more
After winning the SmackDown Women’s Title at the Elimination Chamber, Naomi relinquished her SmackDown Women’s Title. Due to injury, @NaomiWWE must relinquish her SmackDown Women's Championship. #SDLive @WWEDanielBryan pic.twitter.com/2WMeZWfvDi — WWE (@WWE) February 22, 2017 During the opening of SmackDown, General Manager Daniel Bryan invited Naomi to the ring to address the rumors surrounding her … Read more
In less than two weeks, newly crowned Raw Women’s Champion Bayley will defend her Raw title against Charlotte Flair at Fastlane. "Are you willing to throw away who you are…to hold a championship that you didn't really earn?" – @StephMcMahon to @itsBayleyWWE #RAW pic.twitter.com/FVIjzYCCY4 — WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) February 21, 2017 In the midst of Bayley … Read more
Former SmackDown Women’s Champion Becky Lynch recently spoke with the Between 2 Bells podcast to discuss her thoughts on WWE’s brand split, the unspoken competition between the Raw and SmackDown Women’s Division and what she loves the most of being part of WWE’s blue brand. Highlights and transcript (courtesy of Between 2 Bells) of the … Read more
In an Instagram post shared by The Rock, new casting news for ‘Fighting With My Family’ was revealed! Former TNA Knockout Thea Trinidad has taken on the role of the movie’s “Divas champion” – possibly indicating the role of AJ Lee? The post reads: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dwayne Johnson (@therock) Rumors regarding Trinidad’s … Read more
Former WWF Superstar Nicole Bass has passed away at age 52, according to her official Facebook page. The post reads: “Dignity and Respect. 2 things every person on this planet deserves. 2 things very important to Nicole Bass. The past few days I, Kristen Marrone, have been posting to my girlfriends pages to try and … Read more
Former WWE Divas Champion Nikki Bella recently spoke with ESPN Deportes to discuss her Latin heritage, becoming an aunt to Brie‘s child and breaking out as a solo performer. Transcript of the interview below: On becoming an aunt: “I’m very excited to be an auntie. I just can’t wait. My sister has this just amazing … Read more
Former WWE CEO Linda McMahon and family has had quite the week. Yesterday, she was sworn in to be the head of Small Business Administration in the cabinet of President Donald J. Trump. It’s worth noting that her daughter Stephanie McMahon and son-in-law Triple H accompanied her to prior confirmation hearings. As far as the … Read more