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Kofi Confirms WWE Wanted Him and Austin Creed to Accept More Than 50% Pay Cut
Kofi says WWE’s proposed reduction was greater than the reported 50%, confirming a major detail behind his and Austin Creed’s departure.

Grapple News Staff
3 days ago4 min read


ESPN Reportedly Does Not Plan to Renew WWE Deal After Current Contract Expires
ESPN reportedly intends to let its WWE media-rights agreement expire, although the current five-year contract remains active.

Grapple News Staff
Aug 254 min read


WWE NXT Live Makes Its First-Ever Visit to Salisbury, Maryland, on August 14
WWE NXT comes to Salisbury for the first time on August 14. Here are the advertised wrestlers, ticket prices and limited Q&A details.

Grapple News Staff
Aug 123 min read


BREAKING: Zilla Fatu Debuts in WWE NXT and Destroys No. 1 Contender’s Match
Zilla Fatu made an explosive WWE debut by destroying NXT’s No. 1 contender’s match and warning Tony D’Angelo that a new sheriff had arrived.

Grapple News Staff
Aug 123 min read


The Changing Landscape of Independent Professional Wrestling in 2026
Walk into a packed independent wrestling show in 2026 and the energy feels different. The buildings may be smaller than the arenas used by WWE or AEW, but the crowds are often louder, closer to the action and deeply invested in the wrestlers performing in front of them. One unforgettable entrance, dangerous dive or heated confrontation can be recorded from several angles and spread across social media before the match is even over. That visibility is helping erase the traditi

Grapple News Staff
Aug 115 min read


Chelsea Green Confirms Broken Orbital Bone Following WWE SmackDown
Chelsea Green’s championship run has hit an unexpected setback. Newly crowned Interim WWE Women’s Champion Chelsea Green has confirmed that she suffered a broken orbital bone during the August 7 episode of WWE SmackDown. Green revealed that the injury was serious enough to send her to the emergency room following the show. The injury comes less than a week after Green captured the Interim WWE Women’s Championship at SummerSlam, making the timing especially unfortunate for one

Editor-In-Chief
Aug 102 min read


Zilla Fatu Reportedly Had WWE SummerSlam Debut Scrapped at Roman Reigns’ Request
One of the biggest surprises at WWE SummerSlam 2026 may have been something fans didn’t get to see. According to a report circulating within the wrestling media, Zilla Fatu was originally planned to make his WWE debut during SummerSlam, potentially becoming involved in the World Heavyweight Championship match between Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins. Those plans reportedly changed because Reigns wanted his latest chapter with Rollins to play out without outside interference. If

Editor-In-Chief
Aug 94 min read


WWE Reportedly Changed Trick Williams’ U.S. Title Plans Just Weeks After Debuting Custom Championship
WWE went all-in on making Trick Williams feel like a star during his United States Championship reign — right down to giving him his own customized version of the title. Then, only a few weeks after the belt was unveiled, WWE went in a completely different direction. On the July 10 edition of Friday Night SmackDown, rapper Lil Yachty presented Williams with a custom United States Championship featuring a distinctive white-fur strap. The championship was designed specifically

Grapple News Staff
Aug 83 min read


Has WWE’s Danhausen Signing Already Paid Off for WWE and TKO?
When Danhausen arrived in WWE earlier this year, the reaction was not immediately unanimous. His unusual presentation, comedy-heavy character and intentionally bizarre style made him one of the most unconventional signings on WWE’s roster. While Danhausen already had a loyal following from independent wrestling, Ring of Honor and AEW, there were understandable questions about how his character would translate to WWE’s much larger platform. Several months later, the better que

Grapple News Staff
Jul 206 min read


WWE Lowers SummerSlam Ticket Prices, Making the Biggest Party of the Summer More Accessible
For wrestling fans who have been waiting for the right opportunity to experience SummerSlam live, WWE has delivered some welcome news. Reports indicate that select SummerSlam tickets have been reduced to as low as $25, opening the door for more fans and families to attend one of WWE's biggest premium live events of the year. While premium seating and VIP experiences continue to command higher prices, the addition of more affordable ticket options is a positive move that could

Grapple News Staff
Jul 192 min read


Michin Reveals She and Keith Lee Divorced More Than a Year Ago
WWE Superstar Michin (Mia Yim) has revealed that she and fellow professional wrestler Keith Lee are no longer married, confirming that the couple quietly divorced more than a year ago. The revelation came unexpectedly through a reply to a fan on TikTok, ending months of speculation while also explaining why neither wrestler had publicly addressed their relationship status. Although the news has surprised many fans, both stars have continued focusing on their respective wrestl

Grapple News Staff
Jul 142 min read


CM Punk Captures the Undisputed WWE Championship on Monday Night RAW
A new era has officially begun in WWE. On a shocking episode of Monday Night RAW, CM Punk defeated Sami Zayn to become the new Undisputed WWE Champion, sending the WWE Universe into a frenzy and reshaping the championship picture heading into SummerSlam. After months of chasing championship gold, Punk finally climbed back to the top of the mountain, capturing WWE's richest prize in one of the biggest moments of his career since returning to the company. CM Punk's Long Road Ba

Grapple News Staff
Jul 62 min read


Bad Bunny May Be Getting Ready To Step Back Into The Ring For AAA
One of the biggest crossover stars in professional wrestling could be preparing for another appearance inside the squared circle. According to recent reports and growing speculation, Bad Bunny may be gearing up for a return to the ring—this time under the AAA banner. While nothing has been officially announced, the possibility has quickly become one of the hottest topics in wrestling following WWE's acquisition and partnership with the legendary Mexican promotion. Could AAA B

Editor-In-Chief
Jul 52 min read


Oba Femi Chooses Brock Lesnar For SummerSlam — So What Happens To His King Of The Ring Title Shot?
Oba Femi may have just made the most interesting decision on the road to SummerSlam. After winning King of the Ring and earning what was advertised as a championship opportunity at SummerSlam, Femi has instead chosen to settle unfinished business with Brock Lesnar. Not just in any match either. WWE is now moving toward Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar inside Hell in a Cell, a match that already feels like one of the biggest attractions on the entire SummerSlam card. On paper, that i

Grapple News Staff
Jul 26 min read


BREAKING: Sami Zayn Wins WWE Championship At Night Of Champions — What’s Next For Cody Rhodes And Gunther?
Sami Zayn has done it. At WWE Night of Champions in Saudi Arabia, Zayn captured the WWE Championship in a massive Triple Threat Match against Cody Rhodes and Gunther, pulling off one of the biggest title wins of his career and completely changing the road to SummerSlam. For months, Sami has been floating around the main event scene as the emotional wildcard. Cody Rhodes was the champion carrying the company standard. Gunther was the dangerous final boss waiting to take what h

Grapple News Staff
Jun 275 min read


Oba Femi Beats Jey Uso To Win King Of The Ring — Is Roman Reigns Next At SummerSlam?
Oba Femi has officially been crowned King of the Ring, and WWE may have just launched one of its biggest new main event threats. At WWE Night of Champions, Femi defeated “Main Event” Jey Uso in the King of the Ring finals, knocking off one of WWE’s most popular stars and punching his ticket to a world championship opportunity at SummerSlam. For Jey, the loss is a major setback, especially with The Bloodline story still hanging over everything he does. For Oba, this could be t

Grapple News Staff
Jun 274 min read


Is TNA Really on the Verge of a Sale — And Would WWE Actually Buy It Right Now?
TNA Wrestling is once again the center of one of the biggest backstage rumor storms in pro wrestling. After a wave of departures, cost-cutting, creative changes, a new AMC television era, and the ongoing WWE/NXT crossover partnership, speculation has picked up that Anthem Sports & Entertainment could be positioning TNA for a possible sale. And because this is wrestling, the biggest question immediately became obvious: Could WWE buy TNA? The even better question is this: Would

Grapple News Staff
Jun 256 min read


WWE 2K27 Officially Confirmed to Be in Development by 2K Sports and Visual Concepts
WWE 2K27 Is Officially in Development WWE 2K27 officially announced with a striking red and black arena theme. Developed by 2K Sports and Visual Concepts, release date yet to be announced. The next chapter in the WWE 2K video game franchise is officially on the way. WWE 2K27 has been confirmed as being in development by 2K Sports and Visual Concepts, according to a Take-Two Interactive future release pipeline graphic that lists the game among upcoming projects. While this doe

Editor-In-Chief
May 215 min read


Concussions at WWE Tryout: A Closer Look at Safety Protocols
A recent WWE tryout has sparked significant attention after a participant publicly claimed that multiple attendees suffered concussions during the session at the WWE Performance Center. This incident raises important questions about safety in professional wrestling tryouts. Sallie Grace's Experience Social media personality Sallie Grace, who attended the tryout, shared her experience in a series of posts online. She stated that she personally suffered a concussion and ultimat

Editor-In-Chief
May 213 min read


As Seen on SmackDown (March 6, 2026): Cody Rhodes Reclaims the Undisputed WWE Title
If you blinked, you missed a massive title swing on the Road to WrestleMania. Friday night’s WWE SmackDown (March 6, 2026) came live from Portland, Oregon (Moda Center) and ended with Cody Rhodes defeating Drew McIntyre to recapture the Undisputed WWE Championship—setting the table for a WrestleMania 42 collision with Randy Orton. The Big Headline: Cody’s Back on Top In a chaotic main event with referee drama and ringside mayhem, Jacob Fatu’s sudden involvement stopped McInty

Editor-In-Chief
Mar 72 min read
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