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WWE confirms Asuka will be part of Raw brand

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As seen on last week’s episode of NXT, Asuka relinquished her NXT Women’s Title after an impressive reign that lasted over 500 days. On that same episode, NXT GM William Regal announced that Asuka would be leaving NXT and graduating up the main roster. WWE have now confirmed that Asuka will be part of their … Read more

NXT Redux (September 6th, 2017): Thank you Asuka

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Hola NXT fans and welcome to this week’s NXT Redux. It’s an emotional one guys, as this week marks the end of Asuka’s NXT run! In between Asuka’s NXT farewell, we’re also treated to a fresh match-up between Sonya Deville against Zeda, some spotlight on señorita Zelina Vega and building blocks for an upcoming women’s … Read more

Week ending September 3rd, 2017

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Each week, The Backpage will wrap up some of the smaller news stories, rumors, editorials and gossip making the rounds in women’s wrestling. Got a tip for next week? Send it in. * Current plans, which could all change if Vince McMahon decides otherwise, call for Asuka to win the Raw Women’s Championship upon debuting … Read more

NXT Redux (August 30th, 2017): The Iconic Duo bounce back

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Hola NXT fans and welcome to this week’s NXT Redux. After defeating Billie Kay two weeks ago, Ruby Riot is looking to score another win under her belt against the Iconic Duo, this time against Peyton Royce. NEXT WEEK: #WWENXT #WomensChampion @WWEAsuka will update the #NXTUniverse on the status of her injury. @WWENXT pic.twitter.com/g33p0SC6Nf — … Read more

Ember Moon comes to WWE 2K18

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The women’s roster is continuing to come together as IGN revealed more additions today for WWE 2K18. Players will now be able to Eclipse their opponents as Ember Moon makes her way to the WWE 2K Universe!

IGN released this screenshot and video of her NXT entrance:

Ember Moon joins other new additions including Ivory, Mickie James, and a potentially playable Maryse. This week also revealed Asuka, Naomi, Sasha Banks, Bayley, Natalya, Becky Lynch, and Tamina.

Naomi has received an overhaul to reflect her “Feel the Glow” persona and IGN also released screenshots of Asuka and The Miz with Maryse.

These women join previously announced Superstars Nikki Cross,  Alundra Blayze, Emma, Lita, Summer Rae, Paige, Brie Bella, and Nikki Bella.

Male Superstars announced today include:

  • Goldberg
  • Earthquake
  • Jim The Anvil Neidhart
  • Larry Zbyszko
  • Brutus Beefcake
  • Greg Valentine
  • Edge
  • Godfather
  • Eddie Guerrero
  • Daniel Bryan
  • Kerry Von Erich
  • Kevin Von Erich
  • Jey Uso
  • Jimmy Uso
  • Mojo Rawley
  • Zack Ryder
  • Shinsuke Nakamura
  • AJ Styles
  • Bobby Roode
  • The Miz
  • Roman Reigns
  • The Rock
  • Randy Orton
  • Triple H
  • Kurt Angle
  • Brock Lesnar
  • John Cena

For all current names go here.

IGN will continue to reveal more features and wrestlers for the next two weeks. So far WWE 2K18 has been showcased for its complete graphics overhaul and 2K Games is boasting several new features to the game including a new carry system that will allow players to pick up or drag their opponent and place them in a specific spot, create-a-match mode, a Road to Glory mode, and more.

What do you think of this roster so far? Who do you want to see make it into the game? Sound off in the comments below.

 

Asuka suffers injury at TakeOver: Brooklyn III

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WWE is reporting that Asuka has suffered an injury during her match against Ember Moon on Saturday. The report states, “NXT Women’s Champion Asuka broke her right collarbone during her successful title defense againe Ember Moon. Due to the injury, The Empress of Tomorrow is not medically cleared to compete, and no official timetable has been given … Read more

NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III in Review: The Streak lives on

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The third installment of NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn has come and gone but as always, it delivered. All eyes were on the Women’s Title between Asuka and Ember Moon to see if someone would at least be able to dethrone Asuka from her 500 plus day reign as champion. During the NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III pre-show, … Read more

NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III Predictions: Asuka vs. Ember Moon for the NXT Women’s Title

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Tonight at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III, Asuka defends the NXT Women’s Title against Ember Moon. Will Asuka’s undefeated streak come to an end tonight? The Diva Dirt team weighs in: Abir: The build-up to this has been far too small for Asuka to lose – and that’s exactly why she will. Taking down Asuka will … Read more

NXT Redux (August 16th, 2017): Setting the stage for Brooklyn

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Hola NXT fans and welcome to this week’s NXT Redux! Yes, it’s SummerSlam weekend where we’ll witness two Women Title matches take place but let’s not forget that we also have NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III to look forward to! As it was announced last week, the NXT Women’s Champion Asuka and her challenger Ember Moon … Read more

Week ending July 30th, 2017

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Each week, The Backpage will wrap up some of the smaller news stories, rumors, editorials and gossip making the rounds in women’s wrestling. Got a tip for next week? Send it in. * WWE highlights Asuka’s reign as NXT Women’s Champion, noting that if she can hold onto the NXT Women’s Title until NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn … Read more

Week Ending July 1, 2017

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Each week, The Backpage will wrap up some of the smaller news stories, rumors, editorials and gossip making the rounds in women’s wrestling. Got a tip for next week? Send it in. *In an Interview with Amarillo Becky Lynch thinks WWE is a year or two away from a women’s Royal Rumble match and she … Read more

NXT Redux (June 28th, 2017): The Last Woman Standing

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[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Welcome, welcome, welcome to this week’s NXT review! We have an action packed episode in store for us, with glimpses of the old NXT we know and love returning to form. I’m excited, you’re excited, let’s jump into this! Asuka and Nikki Cross‘ rivalry has been brewing in the background for … Read more

Week ending June 23rd, 2017

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Each week, The Backpage will wrap up some of the smaller news stories, rumors, editorials and gossip making the rounds in women’s wrestling. Got a tip for next week? Send it in. * Charlotte Flair looks back on her journey to becoming The Queen in the series premiere of the new digital series “WWE Then … Read more

Week ending June 18th, 2017

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Each week, The Backpage will wrap up some of the smaller news stories, rumors, editorials and gossip making the rounds in women’s wrestling. Got a tip for next week? Send it in. * Allie announces the launch of a new YouTube series titled ‘Kicking it up a Notch’, which will focus on professional wrestlers as … Read more

Asuka will defend the NXT Women’s Title against Nikki Cross in Last Woman Standing Match

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This Wednesday on NXT Asuka faced Nikki Cross and Ruby Riot in a Triple Threat Elimination Match for the NXT Women’s Championship. However, that match went to a no contest after Nikki and Asuka took their rivalry to the next level by destroying each other throughout the building. Now WWE is reporting that Asuka will … Read more

NXT Redux (June 14th, 2017): Triple threat mayhem

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[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Welcome to this week’s NXT review! We’re in for some explosive action as Asuka defends her title on a weekly episode, in what feels like ages! Before we get to the Triple Threat Elimination match, however, a video package hyping Ember Moon‘s return is showcased!: Ember faces off against Peyton Royce … Read more

Week ending June 11th, 2017

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Each week, The Backpage will wrap up some of the smaller news stories, rumors, editorials and gossip making the rounds in women’s wrestling. Got a tip for next week? Send it in. * Ruby Riot gets five stitches during NXT’s first day at the Download Festival in Derby, England. She was busted open after taking … Read more

Triple Threat rematch for the NXT Women’s Championship to take place in two weeks

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Asuka is unstoppable and after defeating Nikki Cross and Ruby Riot at TakeOver: Chicago there’s a question of who’s next? During last night’s NXT it was announced that Asuka will face Nikki and Ruby once again, this time in a Triple Threat Elimination match for the NXT Women’s Championship. #WWENXT #WomensChampion @WWEAsuka defends her title … Read more

Asuka makes history with 174 wins, beats Goldberg’s WCW undefeated streak

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Asuka‘s dominant stay atop the NXT Women’s Division shows now signs of stopping and this week she smashed another milestone in her record breaking 419 plus day reign. After winning the triple threat last weekend against Nikki Cross and Ruby Riot she now stands at an undefeated streak of 174 wins, breaking Goldberg‘s previous WCW … Read more

NXT TakeOver: Chicago in review: Same old story

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[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Asuka‘s tight grip on the championship has sent a once thriving division into complete chaos. Ember Moon, Nikki Cross, and Ruby Riot were the last beacons of hope to stop Asuka’s reign of terror. However, Ember withdrew from a hotly anticipated Fatal Four Way set for TakeOver: Chicago due to injury, … Read more

TakeOver: Chicago Results: Asuka withstands Ruby Riot and Nikki Cross to retain the NXT Women’s Title

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[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Asuka has met every challenger with a ferocious intensity that hasn’t been seen in NXT ever. She has now met 176 wins, according to Cageside Seats, in her more than 414 day reign as NXT Women’s Champion. Nikki Cross and Ruby Riot, meanwhile, were in a war with each other that … Read more

TakeOver: Chicago Predictions: Asuka vs. Nikki Cross vs. Ruby Riot for NXT Women’s Title

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[media-credit name=”WWE” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Tonight at NXT TakeOver: Chicago, Asuka defends the NXT Women’s Title against Nikki Cross and Ruby Riot in a triple threat match. Will a new champion be crowned? The Diva Dirt team weighs in: Abir: This used to be Asuka’s story, but now that she’s on the top, it’s become Ember‘s. … Read more

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