[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] With the inaugural SmackDown Women’s champion being crowned in less than two weeks, the competition is fierce. And with the match being so close, it seems that the ladies of the blue brand will do almost anything to get to the top. Our first dose of the night arrives when Nikki Bella … Read more
[media-credit name=”SMASH Wrestling” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Courtney Rush is recruiting her DangerZone partner KC Spinelli to be a part of Team Canada for SMASH Wrestling CANUSA Classic on October 22nd, joining Xandra Bale. This was confirmed on her Instagram page. A #DemonAssassin needs no sleep.. So why not announce our next choice for Team Canada @smashwrestling #CANUSA2016.. #DangerZone partner, … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] It’s been just over a month since long time ring announcer, Lilian Garcia left the WWE and she recently spoke to Naluda, a fashion and lifestyle magazine, talking about how she started in the wrestling world, her time with WWE, her music goals and her fitness routine! Here are some … Read more
[media-credit name=”RISE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] RISE, a new promotion from former SHIMMER ring announcer Kevin Harvey, is looking for the next internet darling to be a part of the promotion’s first event: RISE 1-IGNITE. A few days ago, women’s wrestling fans saw the debut of RISE’s new YouTube campaign, “You’ve Got Two.” For young female wrestlers, … Read more
[media-credit name=”Pacific San Diego” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] On the latest issue of Pacific San Diego magazine, WWE Superstars Nikki and Brie Bella discussed some hot topics (as well as delivering a stellar photoshoot). In the interview the former Divas champions discussed their upcoming reality show, Nikki’s injury and more. Here are the highlights: On what to expect … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE/Twitter” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] WWE’s women’s wrestling fans are infamous for demanding justice within the female rankings of the company. From #GiveDivasAChance to #TreatWomenWrestlersEqually, fans have been extremely vocal about their opinions on the female talent. However in recent weeks, one name has sprung to mind within the online community. And that name is Summer Rae. … Read more
Last week Bayley made her long-awaited debut, so this week what was first up in her quest to get her Championship shot? Who will Nia squash this week? What does the Champ, Charlotte have to say about all these new changes? Let’s get to it! First up, RAW’s newest Superstar, Bayley, is surprised when she … Read more
[media-credit name=”IGN” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Two huge names are making their way to the WWE 2K Games roster as Asuka and Bayley round out IGN’s WWE 2K17 roster announcements for this year. This brings the women’s roster up to 23 playable characters! IGN released a special look at Asuka’s ring entrance: IGN also released these in … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo credit: Twitter/@BellaTwins” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Each week, the Social Media Catch-Up will bring you a roundup of our favorite social media postings by the women in wrestling and present them to you here. Have you found a post we should include next week? Send it in. Here’s what we found from this week: Nikki … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus recently spoke with Total Wrestling Magazine to discuss some of the new directions within the WWE including the WWE Performance Center, rise of new talent and SmackDown going live. On the WWE Performance Center: “The Performance Center is an amazing addition to the WWE system. … Read more
[media-credit name=”SMASH Wrestling” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] It looks like Cherry Bomb is making Team USA at SMASH Wrestling CANUSA Classic into her own image. We’ve recently learned via Twitter that the current TNA Knockouts Champion and WSU Champion has added fellow TNA Knockout Jade (AKA Mia Yim) to Team USA’s roster. This makes it even for both squads so far. While SMASH … Read more
Whose star shone brightest this week? You tell us! With our Star of the Week poll, we’ll pick the week’s top five women in wrestling and let you choose who is number one. The poll will open each Saturday and close on Sunday afternoon. Let’s take a look at this week’s top five: Allie Allie … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”640″][/media-credit] WWE Superstar Carmella recently spoke with Channel Guide to discuss her experience on being drafted from NXT to finding a new home on the main roster through WWE’s SmackDown brand. Below are highlights of the interview. On being called up from NXT to be part of SmackDown: “I was so overwhelmed. … Read more
[media-credit name=”CHIKARA ” 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. * CHIKARA announces opening matches to their upcoming King of Trios … Read more
[media-credit name=”SMASH Wrestling” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Veda Scott isn’t the only woman joining the SMASH Wrestling CANUSA Classic on October 22nd. We’ve recently learned via Instagram that Courtney Rush has added a new member to Team Canada, and that is Xandra Bale. https://www.instagram.com/p/BJlemmwgd8M/?taken-by=real.rosemary.tna With this addition, Team Canada has Rush and Bale while Team USA has Cherry Bomb and Veda. SMASH previously announced … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] On the 10 year anniversary of the Stunning Latina’s time in WWE, Rosa Mendes shared a heartfelt message on her Instagram page. The message read: “10 years ago today I was signed to the most amazing company in the world. @WWE has been my home and my family. I have experienced … Read more
Hola Knockout fans and welcome to this week’s Impact Write-Up. After plotting against Gail Kim for months, Maria Kanellis finds herself in a bit of a pickle when she finds out that her muscle, the Knockouts Champion Sienna, will have to defend her title on this week’s episode of Impact. The good news for the … Read more
WWE has taped three weeks worth of NXT. Spoilers below.
Tonight on Impact Wrestling, a new Knockouts Champion was crowned in Allie. In the midst of a no DQ match booked by TNA’s new President Billy Corgan defending Knockouts champion Sienna squared off against Allie, Jade, Madison Rayne and Marti Bell. Minutes after the match had begun, Leader of the Knockouts Maria Kanellis made her way to the ring, … Read more
[media-credit name=”SMASH Wrestling” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Welcome to the inaugural edition of The Indy Insider, where you will find independent women’s wrestling news right here. On October 22nd, SMASH Wrestling will roll out another installment of the Courtney Rush/Cherry Bomb rivalry by making them fight inside a steel cage at this year’s CANUSA Classic. The only announcements … Read more
[media-credit name=”Lucha Underground/El Rey” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] In anticipation of the premiere of Lucha Underground’s Season 3 the baddest bitch in the building is sending a message to the believers and her competitors. In the video Ivelisse catches viewers up with what she’s been doing since Season 2 ended and highlights her previous accolades since Lucha … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] A familiar face could be winning the SmackDown Live Women’s Championship. According to a recent rumor released by Cageside Seats, WWE officials are set to have Nikki Bella win Team Blue’s Women’s Championship. Nikki will be one of six women competing for the title at Backlash, SmackDown Live’s first exclusive Pay-Per-View. The possible … Read more
[media-credit id=762116 align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] The competition in the SmackDown women’s division is intense. With a new title and an extra addition on the block, the race to the top has officially begun – and it’s already a pretty sweet one! The first segment of SmackDown has the brand’s general manager Daniel Bryan and commissioner Shane McMahon revealing the … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] As announced on her social media, the former WWE performer Michelle McCool has been diagnosed with skin cancer. It was stated on her Instagram page that she hadn’t worn enough sun screen to protect her body, and is now having holes cut out of her skin to save her life. This devastating news has come … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Tonight after Daniel Bryan teased the introduction of two new titles on SmackDown via Twitter, the highly anticipated reveal of the SmackDown Women’s Title was made. Bryan and Shane McMahon announced that all six women in the division will participate in a six-pack challenge at Backlash to determine the first SmackDown … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] It’s good news for Sasha Banks fans around the world! According to the latest report from Wrestling Observer, Sasha’s back injury will not be requiring surgery. Banks is not expected to be out any lengthy amount of time and almost assuredly will be thrust back into the title scene upon returning. The … Read more