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Week ending March 26th, 2017

[media-credit name=”Twitter/@CelesteBonin” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Each week, The Wrap will wrap up the week in women’s wrestling by compiling the week’s smaller news stories, rumors and gossip – anything not normally covered by Diva Dirt. Got a tip for next week? Send it in. * Former WWE Superstar Kaitlyn reunited with her Chickbusters partner AJ Brooks … Read more

Your Two Cents: Favorite WrestleMania gear

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Your Two Cents is our interactive feature where we ask for the opinions of our Twitter, Instagram and Facebook followers. This week, we’re asking this: What is your favorite female WrestleMania gear of all time? We’ve read your responses on our social media pages and picked some of the best submissions … Read more

Newcomer Ruby Riot reveals why she’s joining the fight against Sanity

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] The punk rock ragdoll arrived on the scene Wednesday, taking down Nikki Cross in an effort to even the odds against Sanity. In an exclusive WWE interview Ruby Riot explains why she joined the fight. She says she came from a community of punk rockers and knows all about anarchy. Her … Read more

Stephanie McMahon reveals who she believes created the Women’s Evolution

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] The official evolution of WWE’s women has been happening since 2015. With the introductions of Sasha Banks, Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair to WWE’s main roster, and the introductions of Team Bella, Team PCB and Team BAD, all the way to the first ever pay-per-view main event/Hell in a Cell, a lot has … Read more

Sexy Star clarifies statements, says she’s not retiring from wrestling

[media-credit name=”Lucha Underground” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Last summer it was reported that Sexy Star was leaving the wrestling world behind and trading in her mask for a pair of boxing gloves. Well, that’s not the case anymore. In an interview with Fightful, she clarifies those statements and says she’s not retiring at all. At no point did … Read more

WWE teases Summer Rae as the General Manager of RAW

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] With the recent incident of Mick Foley being stripped off of his position as RAW General Manager this past Monday night, names have been flying around regarding who will take his position. Cathy Kelley took to WWE.com to discuss the issue, and one name was pretty apparent: Summer Rae! In the video posted … Read more

World of Sport Wrestling set to return to ITV

[media-credit name=”WOS Wrestling / iTV” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Impact Wrestling has announced that they are teaming up with British Broadcaster ITV to bring back UK’s World of Sport Wrestling back to television. On New Year’s Eve 2016, ITV aired a special one-off episode of WOS that saw a match between UK stars Viper and Alexis Rose. … Read more

Maria Kanellis heading back to WWE?

[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Former WWE Superstar Maria Kanellis and her husband Mike Bennett may be heading to the WWE. According to a new report from the Wrestling Observer (via SE Scoops), the pair have been ‘“very secretive” about where they are taking their talents next, which typically indicates WWE. This moves comes after … Read more

NXT Redux (March 22, 2017): Ruby Riot debuts and Asuka sends a warning to Ember Moon

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Welcome to this week’s NXT review! We’re a a little more than one week away from TakeOver and Asuka has Ember Moon in her sights. This week she’s in action against Priscilla Zuniga, also known as Angel Rose. Does Asuka make quick work of her opponent? Before we find out, we’re … Read more

Nikki Bella scheduled to appear as “star attraction” for Trinidad & Tobago festival

[media-credit name=”E!” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Looks like Nikki Bella is aiming to “mash up di place” outside of the ring and on the tropical sands of Trinidad and Tobago. The WWE superstar will appear at twin island nation’s fourth annual Decibel Entertainment festival this May, according to Loop. Activities planned at the extravaganza include dance showcases, concerts … Read more

SmackDown Redux (March 21st, 2017): The Belle of the brawl

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] It’s beginning to feel a lot like ‘Mania! With just two more SmackDowns left until the big night, the women of the blue team are gearing up. With the Women’s title on the line and a heated battle of the couples on the horizon, ‘Mania could be a pretty big one for … Read more

Impact Wrestling announces partnership with AAA

[media-credit name=”Impact Wrestling” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Impact Wrestling Chief Creative Officer Jeff Jarrett has announced a new international partnership between Impact Wrestling and Mexico’s Lucha Libre AAA. The announcement comes after a series of other international deals Impact has acquired that include: A new UK Television deal with Spike UK A partnership with Japan’s Pro Wrestling … Read more

Natalya to induct Beth Phoenix into the Hall of Fame

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] According to a report posted on WWE.com, Beth Phoenix has finally found the perfect woman to induct her. And it’s none other than Natalya Neidhart! The choice may not come as a surprise for some as some of Phoenix’s biggest matches and moments included the Queen of Harts. “There’s nobody that … Read more

Becky Lynch describes her struggles with body image in latest Lilian Garcia podcast

[media-credit name=”AfterBuzz TV ” link=”https://simplyfinn.tumblr.com/post/158650586129/becky-lynch-interview-lilian-garcia-making” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Lillian Garcia and Becky Lynch get very deep and personal in Lilian’s latest “Making Their Way to the Ring” interview. In a video for the new podcast episode, the two talk at length about a variety of topics, including Becky’s upbringing in Dublin, Ireland, her pre-WWE career as a … Read more

RAW Redux (March 20th, 2017): The Threat becomes Fatal

via GIPHY Two weeks away from ‘the biggest event in sports entertainment’ and there’s still no clear path for the RAW Women’s Division. With everyone jockeying for a position on the card, it was only a matter of time until Nia Jax came into the picture. Will she make it? Let’s take a look at … Read more

Saraya Knight pulls out of GAIN 1 – FORGE, event renamed #StandWithKnights

Saraya Knight was originally advertised to main event the GAIN 1 – FORGE event this Saturday in Berywn, IL. However, due to personal reasons, Knight pulled out of the event. The event has also been renamed GAIN 1 – #StandWithKnights, in tribute and a sign of solidarity for the Knight Family. Replacing Saraya is SHIMMER … Read more

Summer Rae and Emma training at Performance Center for in-ring return

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] With WrestleMania 33 less than two weeks away, WWE Superstars Summer Rae and Emma have been training hard at WWE’s Performance Center with the intention of making their long awaited in-ring return at the grandest stage of them all. According to a new report from Squared Circle Sirens, both women have … Read more

Wrestling veteran LuFisto discusses the evolution of women in wrestling

[media-credit name=”SHINE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] LuFisto made her wrestling debut in 1997, under the ring name Lucifer. Since then, she has managed to capture the NCW Femme Fatales champion, CZW Iron Man championship, as well as the Shine championship. The wrestling veteran has worked around the world and encountered some of the biggest modern stars such as … Read more

Three PROGRESS women to compete at WrestleMania Axxess

[media-credit name=”PROGRESS Wrestling/WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] WWE recently revealed the lineup for their WrestleMania Axxess matches that will take place over WrestleMania weekend! On top of Cruiserweight and UK Tournament talent, WWE will also feature women’s wrestling action, featuring three of the finest talents in PROGRESS Wrestling! On Friday, March 31st, as well as Saturday, April 1st, we … Read more

Natalya on how Nikki Bella helped her to evolve

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] 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 … Read more

Nia Jax added to Raw Women’s Title match at WrestleMania 33

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Tonight on Monday Nighy Raw, Nia Jax won her way to WrestleMania 33! Per @StephMcMahon, @NiaJaxWWE faces @itsBayleyWWE TONIGHT with an opportunity to be added to the #RAW #WomensTitle match at @WrestleMania! pic.twitter.com/Fm9aN8VDy7 — WWE (@WWE) March 21, 2017 Earlier in the evening, Stephanie McMahon, in an attempt to test Bayley‘s strength … Read more

Next semi final NPS match added to PROGRESS Chapter 46

[media-credit name=”PROGRESS Wrestling” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Last night, Jinny defeated Nixon Newell to enter the finals of the Natural Progression Tournament. So, with Chapter 46 following it pretty soon, the next semi final match has been announced! After previously defeating Session Moth Martina, Dahlia Black secured her place in the semi finals. Black will now compete at … Read more

Maryse on her upcoming Wrestlemania match: “Nikki should be scared”

[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] At Wrestlemania 33, we shall see Nikki Bella and John Cena take on Maryse and The Miz in a mixed tag match! And with this being the first in-ring contest that the Sexiest of Sexy will be take part in since 2011, Mrs Mizanin is definitely under a lot of pressure. Maryse recently sat down with the Orlando … Read more

PROGRESS NPS Semi Final results: Jinny vs Nixon Newell

[media-credit name=”PROGRESS Wrestling” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Today, in the O2 Ritz, Manchester, the first semi final contest of the Women’s Natural Progression Series took place. The match featured PROGRESS’ first female graduate Jinny, as she took on Nixon Newell. To end the match that was heavily appreciated by the audience, Jinny inserted the Knightsbridge Destroyer to put Newell … Read more

Diva Dirt interviews journalist-turned-wrestler Elena Pogosyan

After making her in-ring debut in 2015, former journalist Elena Pogosyan has been thriving on the indy scene. Thanks to Twitter user SummerAlexaRyse, Diva Dirt recently sat down with the upcoming star to discuss her goals in wrestling, how she’d describe her style and more. Below are the highlights: How did you get your start in … Read more

Leah Vaughan wins the MCW Women’s championship

[media-credit name=”North Starz” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] During tonight’s Rivalries show in Brantford, the Magnificent Championship Wrestling Women’s title was put on the line. A triple threat match took place in which Leah Vaughan took on Black Widow Eve and Stacy Thibault to fight for the belt. After a tough battle in the Royal Canadian Legion, Leah Vaughan proved to be victorious … Read more