[media-credit name=”RISE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] A new developmental program for aspiring women wrestlers, and fans alike, is set to debut this November during the SHIMMER weekend of November 11th through November 13th. Going by the name of RISE 1: IGNITE, the event will be a double featured program that includes a world class seminar for aspiring female … Read more
[media-credit name=”ShopWWE.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] ShopWWE has introduced new merchandise for Nia Jax. The official new merchandise for Nia is a shirt that reads “I’m not like most girls” with a Nia Jax “NJ” logo on the back. Nia shared her excitement of the news on Twitter: YAAASSSS!!!! @WWEShop ? @WWE ?? pic.twitter.com/ON9wLTOu6q — Lina Fanene … Read more
After overcoming her first challenge in Madison Rayne last week, Gail Kim confidently laces up her wrestling boots for her next opponent; or rather opponents, as we later find out. All of this, of course, is part of Gail Kim’s journey in becoming Knockouts Champion for a record six-times. Outside the Knockouts title picture, we … 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: Asuka Asuka sent … Read more
[media-credit name=”FOX Sports” 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. * Sasha Banks and Stacy Keibler are featured in Fox Sports … Read more
[media-credit name=” XWA” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] In just a little over a week, Pro Wrestling: Eve’s sister promotion XWA will hold their Summer Supershow in Colchester, UK. On the card, reigning Pro Wrestling: Eve Champion Rhia O’Reilly will defend her title against fellow UK stars Kay Lee Ray and Nixon Newell. #ff @XWAUK Supershow next weekend! … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Love her or hate her, you have to admire WWE Superstar, Eva Marie’s hustle! Last week we reported to readers the status of Miss All Red Everything’s fashion line, NEM Fashions. This week the NEM Brand has taken another step forward by launching The NEM Foundation, a non-profit organization. The NEM … Read more
[media-credit name=”E! Online” align=”alignnone” width=”500″][/media-credit] WWE Superstar Paige is the latest to be interviewed for Corey Grave’s show, Superstar Ink. In the episode, Paige discusses how some of her ink has a significant meaning and some does not. The anchor on her ring finger is an homage to a painting of a boat searching for its anchor. … Read more
[media-credit name=”NYWC” align=”alignnone” width=”720″][/media-credit] Deer Park, New York’s New York Wrestling Connection has made history by announcing their first professional wrestling LGBT (and ally) dominated event, “A Matter of Pride”. This show will feature a variety of talents like Deonna Purrazzo, Sammy Pickles, and WSU Hall of Famer Alicia! There will also be … Read more
[media-credit name=”dailywrestlingnews” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Despite training with Bayley, Billie Kay, and others at the Performance Center, Pro Wrestling Sheet is reporting that Nikki Bella has not officially been cleared for in ring competition by WWE doctors yet. Pro Wrestling Sheet learned from sources within WWE that WWE doctors are monitoring her progress to see how her neck … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Hello NXT fans and welcome to this week’s review! After meeting new faces last week, Asuka is back and she responds to Bayley‘s request for a rematch for the women’s championship, taking out her aggression on another up and coming competitor. Bayley contests that she’s different now and she’ll do what … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: E! Online” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Rosa Mendes has confirmed via her Instagram, that she is back in the ring training again. As of this publication, there are no clear plans for Rosa’s return available to the general public. While away from the square circled, Rosa has been busy mothering her daughter, Jordan, and building … Read more
[media-credit name=”sportskeeda” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Tonight’s NXT continued to hype a mysterious competitor, revealing her identity and anticipated debut date. Ember Moon, formally known as Athena, is set for action on NXT television on Aug. 20 at NXT TakeOver: Back to Brooklyn. One of the most anticipated competitors to debut, Ember has been traveling with the … Read more
[media-credit id=762116 align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] After a tremendous five seasons of starring in Total Divas, WWE’s Nikki and Brie Bella went straight to work on their very own spin-off series, titled Total Bellas! The E! original details the lives of the WWE Superstars as they face issues such as pregnancy, career threatening injuries and more. In the trailer … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] On a usual week of no women’s wrestling, complaints would be the norm. However, despite not receiving many of the women actually competing in the profession, we do witness great character and story development for more than just one or two ladies… And for a brand with up and coming and underrated talent, this … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Former SHIMMER Champion Saraya Knight has rubbished rumors of personal issues impacting the career of her daughter Paige, confirming that she is in fact injured. Former WWE Divas Champion Paige was recently pulled from four WWE live events scheduled to take place in Australia and New Zealand. Fans had speculated what … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”650″][/media-credit] In the past two years, the amount of male Superstars coming out in support of their sisters in the ring has grown exponentially. Whether it’s Chris Jericho using his podcast as a platform to advocate, Lance Storm taking to Twitter to comment on the former Diva’s Belt, or Seth Rollins at … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] According to Inquisitor.com, Charlotte may have a shocking new feud after SummerSlam! Just who would the mystery opponent be? None other than the man himself, Ric Flair. We have not seen Ric since Charlotte cast him away in May. But if Monday Night’s name dropping in the opening promo of … Read more
[media-credit name=”Tony Knox” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] NXT Superstar, Nikki Glencross, spoke to the UK’s Telegraph Newspaper regarding the WWE’s women’s revolution and what it takes for a woman to be successful in the wrestling industry. Still eagerly awaiting her NXT television debut, here’s some of the highlights: On her start in the business: “I decided to … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Rumors were flying last week that new titles were going to make their debut on SmackDown after the brand split and today they are closer to being true after an interview with Daniel Bryan revealed such plans are on the table. Prowrestling sheet is reporting WWE will soon have an additional women’s … Read more
[media-credit name=”IGN” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] It’s that time of the year again, gaming site IGN.com has begun its weekly 2K games roster reveals for WWE 2K17. Joining Sasha Banks in the women’s division for this year’s game are Nikki and Brie Bella. IGN shared the WWE 2K games’ vastly improved renders on its site: [media-credit name=”IGN” … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: MickieJames.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] SHIMMER Women Athletes is preparing for another round of events and this time a celebrated veteran is joining the roster. SHIMMER announced on twitter last night that Mickie James is set to join the action. https://twitter.com/SHIMMERwomen/status/760297069055610880 On its website, SHIMMMER writes: We’re pleased to announce that Mickie James will join the … Read more
After a strong RAW last week, did they keep the momentum going? The NEEEWWWW era is constantly being drilled into our minds, so let’s see if the WWE have kept it up and continued the change! The top of the show sees the arrival of the new WWE Women’s Champion, The Boss, Sasha Banks! “You … Read more
[media-credit name=”Bob Mulrenin” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] TNA Knockout Jade recently spoke to the Huffington Post on the subject of domestic violence. In the interview, Jade shares her own story on the issue, as well as finding support through Safe Horizon’s #PutTheNailInIt campaign. As a female athlete, Jade says there was a sense of pressure she felt … Read more
[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] After weeks of wondering what happened to WWE’s longest tenured announcer, we’ve got our answer this afternoon. Lillian Garcia has decided to leave the WWE. Her reasoning for the exit is noble, as she will be helping nurse her ill father. She made the following post on Instagram to clue all … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: Twitter/@LanaWWE” 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: Melina and … Read more