Naomi Sidelined With Injury
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Naomi is the latest Diva to be sidelined by an injury. The news was revealed by former WWE Superstar and current creative team member Brian James, AKA Road Dogg, who tweeted it in response to a fan’s complaints about Naomi being underused: @priince_ray @NaomiWWE she's been injured. I feel like … Read more
Raw Redux (January 25th, 2016): Charlotte Rules Over the Revolutionizers
The final Monday Night Raw of January concluded the month in style, producing two solid Divas matches that set tongues wagging and hearts beating with excitement. Firstly, Sasha Banks clashed with Becky Lynch in a match that saw Divas Champion Charlotte make her presence felt. The cast of Total Divas were also in the spotlight, … Read more
Diva Dirt Weekly for the Week Ending January 25th, 2016
Each week following Raw, Diva Dirt Weekly will take a look back at the week preceding it, hitting every noteworthy women’s wrestling event along the way. Joining the audio will be Chris, Erin and our host Jake. We cover the following events: Impact Wrestling (1/19/16): Gail Kim retains the Knockouts Title against Awesome Kong; Raquel … Read more
Nikki Bella Talks to WWE.com About Her Neck Surgery and Rehab Plans
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Fresh off the reveal that Nikki Bella will undergo neck surgery this week, WWE.com spoke to the former Divas Champion about her injury and recovery. Nikki explained the extent of her injury and the procedure that she hopes will fix the issue: “I have a pretty badly herniated disc in … Read more
Nikki Bella to Undergo Neck Surgery This Week
Nikki Bella will undergo surgery this week to repair her injured neck. The former Divas Champion broke the news in an interview with E! Online, revealing that she will undergo a two-hour procedure this Wednesday. As a result, Nikki will not be able to travel for three months, which takes her out of the picture … Read more
Royal Rumble in Review: Who’s in Charge Now?
The Royal Rumble is known as the beginning of the road to WrestleMania, but for Divas, that usually isn’t the case. Typically, the road to Mania begins…well, a few weeks before Mania. As a result, we’re often treated to uninspired matches at what should be the biggest night of the year. This year, however, looks … Read more
Today in History: Beth Phoenix vs. Melina at Royal Rumble 2009
January 25th, 2009: At 2009’s Royal Rumble, the Glamazon Beth Phoenix defended her Women’s Title against Melina. Beth did her best to thwart Melina, tossing her around like a rag doll and twisting her like a pretzel…
Royal Rumble Results: Charlotte Retains the Divas Title and The Boss Steps Up
Tonight at the Royal Rumble, Charlotte once again reaped the rewards of playing dirty, but her next challenger may have her outclassed in that department. The Divas Champion retained her title against her former friend Becky Lynch using a combination of skill, sneakiness and the efforts of her father Ric Flair. The WWE Hall of … Read more
Total Divas Redux: “Love Triangle”
This past Friday, I celebrated my six-year anniversary as part of the Diva Dirt staff. It was exactly six years ago that day that my first ever written recap was published. My exact words on my Facebook post were as followed: “Now that it’s official, I’m happy to say that I’m joining the Diva Dirt … Read more
Your Predictions: Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte (Royal Rumble 2016)
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Tonight at the Royal Rumble, Charlotte defends her Divas Championship against Becky Lynch. We asked for your predictions for this match on our social media pages and picked some of the best to highlight here. As always, you can join in by leaving your comments! Amanda Marie: Would love for … Read more
Royal Rumble Rewind: Brie & Nikki Bella vs. Natalya & Paige (2015)
Ahead of the Royal Rumble tonight, we’re taking a look back at memorable Diva moments from the history of the Pay-Per-View. Today, we’re going back to last year, when Brie and Nikki Bella took on the makeshift team of Natalya and Paige. Despite Paige and Natalya’s considerable talents, the duo weren’t able to stop the … Read more
Vote for the Star of the Week Ending January 23rd, 2016
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: Bayley & … Read more
Royal Rumble Rewind: Michelle McCool vs. Mickie James (2010)
Ahead of the Royal Rumble tomorrow night, we’re taking a look back at memorable Diva moments from the history of the Pay-Per-View. Today, we’re going back to 2010, when Mickie James took on Michelle McCool in one of the shortest Women’s Championship matches on record. Mickie finally got revenge on Lay-Cool for their endless “Piggie … Read more
NXT Spoilers: February 10th – March 2nd, 2016
Spoilers for the February 10th – March 2nd episodes of NXT.
SmackDown Redux (January 21st, 2016): Becky is Ready to Rumble
Hey guys! I first want to thank Erin for covering for me last week. Here is your SmackDown Redux for the final show before Sunday’s Royal Rumble! On Raw, Becky Lynch provoked Ric Flair into making his daughter Charlotte defend the Divas title at the Royal Rumble. How will the Lasskicker add to her huge momentum … Read more
Social Media Catch-Up (January 22nd, 2016): Summer Rae, Nikki Bella, Kaitlyn & More
[media-credit name=”Photo: @BellaTwins/Twitter” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Every Friday, 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 our latest batch: I can’t believe my eyes! … Read more
The Wrap (January 22nd, 2016): News from the Week in Women’s Wrestling
[media-credit name=”Photo: RingsideCollectibles.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Each Friday, 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. Here’s this week’s roundup, in no particular order: * A new … Read more
Royal Rumble Rewind: Women in the Royal Rumble Match
Ahead of the Royal Rumble this Sunday, we’re taking a look back at memorable Diva moments from the history of the Pay-Per-View. Today, we’re looking at the Rumble’s female entrants. To date, we’ve seen three women take part in the Royal Rumble match: Chyna, Beth Phoenix and Kharma. In 1999, Chyna made history as the … Read more
‘Total Divas’ First Look: Natalya is Upset by a Change of Plans at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn
On this Tuesday’s episode of Total Divas, Natalya is left feeling invisible when a last-minute change of plans at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn keep her out of the mix. After the original plan of having Natalya observe Bayley and Sasha Banks‘s match in the crowd is nixed, Natalya vents backstage, struggling to not feel useless. Watch … Read more
Report: 2016’s Diva WWE Hall of Fame Inductee Revealed?
A new report claims to have discovered who will join the WWE Hall of Fame in its class of 2016. The list of leaked names, posted by WhatCulture, includes two-time Women’s Champion Jacqueline, who hails from Dallas, the site of WrestleMania 32. Contrary to the unenthusiastic reaction by the report’s author, Jacqueline has a wealth … Read more
NXT Redux (January 20th, 2016): Friend or Foe?
A few weeks away from her next NXT Women’s Title defense, Bayley, for once, isn’t fending off a cruel adversary. In fact, she’s doing the opposite, teaming with her soon-to-be challenger. If that sounds unrealistic to you, you must not know the power of Baymella. Carmella aims to prove her worth as #1 contender when … Read more
Diva Dirt Hype: Becky Lynch vs. Charlotte (Royal Rumble 2016)
Get hyped for the Royal Rumble with an exclusive Diva Dirt Hype video package highlighting the Divas Championship match between Becky Lynch and Charlotte. Check out the latest Diva Dirt Hype below: Music: “Past is Dead” by Bad Religion Listen to every song featured in a Diva Dirt Hype video on our Spotify playlist.
‘Total Divas’ First Look: John Cena Says He Would “Love” to Marry Nikki Bella
On this Tuesday’s episode of Total Divas, Nikki Bella‘s dreams might finally come true. When she once again broaches the subject of marriage and children with John Cena, he surprises her with his response. After telling her how happy she’s made him, John admits that he would “absolutely” love to marry her. Watch the clip … Read more
Impact Write-Up (January 19th, 2016): A Night of Triumph
Hola Knockout fans and welcome to this week’s Impact Write-Up. On this week’s show, Awesome Kong cashes in her number one contendership opportunity for a shot at Gail Kim‘s Knockouts Title. Unlike the other fifty times we’ve seen these two go at it, Kong will have her Doll gal pals Jade, Marti Bell and Rebel … Read more
Paige Talks Splitting up Team PCB, WrestleMania, ‘Total Divas’ & More
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”aligncenter” width=”620″][/media-credit] Paige recently spoke with IGN to discuss the return of Total Divas and the strides she made in 2015. Paige teased the new season of Total Divas, talking about Mandy‘s addition to the cast: “There is a new girl called Amanda, which is strange for myself because I did a … Read more