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Heidenreich To Make Special Appearance At ALW We Wear The Crown
Heidenreich is returning to wrestling. Atomic Legacy Wrestling announced that Heidenreich will make a special appearance at ALW We Wear The Crown on September 12. The event will take place in Lakeland, FL at the RP Funding Center. Fans can purchase tickets here. ONE NIGHT ONLY! HEIDENREICH Comes to ALW @WrestlingAtomic on Sat Sept 12th … The post Heidenreich To Make Special Appearance At ALW We Wear The Crown appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Katsuyori Shibata Replacing Nigel McGuinness At ROH Death Before Dishonor
Lee Moriarty has a new opponent for ROH Death Before Dishonor. On the August 20 episode of ROH TV, Katsuyori Shibata defeated Wheeler Yuta to become the number one contender for the ROH Pure Championship. TOMORROW NIGHT!Philadelphia, PA | @2300Arena#ROHDBDhttps://t.co/l79CE3grm1#ROH Pure Title@K_Shibata2022 vs. Lee Moriarty (c) Shibata and Moriarty collide once again with the #ROH … The post Katsuyori Shibata Replacing Nigel McGuinness At ROH Death Before Dishonor appeared first on Fightful ...
Finals Of Knockouts Television Championship Tournament Set For 8/27 TNA iMPACT
The finals of the Television Title tournament. The end of the TNA Knockouts Television Championship tournament is here, and it will wrap on the August 27th Thursday Night iMPACT. M by Elegance had already secured her spot in the final, and the other remaining spot was determined via a singles match between her partner, Heather … The post Finals Of Knockouts Television Championship Tournament Set For 8/27 TNA iMPACT appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Rich Swann Ends Mr. Elegance’s Undefeated Streak on 8/20 TNA iMPACT
Rich Swann ended the singles competition streak. A.J.Z. (Andreas John Ziegler) was brought into TNA Wrestling for the launch of their run on AMC. He was introduced as Mr. Elegance. Since then, he’s gone 7-0 in singles competition, one of those being a victory over then-Knockouts World Champion Léi Yǐng Lee. Mr. Elegance went one-on-one … The post Rich Swann Ends Mr. Elegance’s Undefeated Streak on 8/20 TNA iMPACT appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
TNA iMPACT! Results (8/20): All-Star Eight-Man Tag
TNA Wrestling aired the latest episode of TNA iMPACT! on August 20 from the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, PA. The event aired on AMC. Full results are below. TNA iMPACT! Results (8/20) Mustafa Ali addresses Jason Hotch, saying he stabbed him in his back and that he will face John Skyler tonight. Backstage, Hotch said … The post TNA iMPACT! Results (8/20): All-Star Eight-Man Tag appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
REPORT: Sami Zayn Dealing With Legitimate Injury
An update on Sami Zayn. There’s a note on PWInsider’s website about Sami Zayn. Zayn is dealing with a legitimate injury, as he mentioned on Friday Night SmackDown. Zayn mentioned during a segment that he has a broken bone in his hand, and that is not a storyline injury. Zayn was scheduled to go one-on-one … The post REPORT: Sami Zayn Dealing With Legitimate Injury appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
ROH Duel to the Death Before Dishonor Results (8/20)
Ring of Honor aired ROH Duel to the Death Before Dishonor on August 20. The event aired on HonorClub. Full results are below. ROH Duel to the Death Before Dishonor Results (8/20) Dark Order welcomes back Preston Vance ROH Women’s World Championship – Proving Ground: Athena def. Gia Scott Athena vs. Hazuki video package Preston … The post ROH Duel to the Death Before Dishonor Results (8/20) appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Blake Monroe In-Ring Debut, Tag Title Bout, More Added To 8/21 WWE SmackDown
Three new additions to WWE SmackDown. World Wrestling Entertainment announced that Blake Monroe will make her main roster in-ring debut against Giulia on the August 21 episode of SmackDown. Plus, new Tag Team Champions MFT (Tama Tonga & Talla Tonga) will defend the titles against former champions Damian Priest & R-Truth. Tama & Talla won … The post Blake Monroe In-Ring Debut, Tag Title Bout, More Added To 8/21 WWE SmackDown appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backs...
Contract Signing Added To AAA Ola de Calor
The contract will be signed at AAA Ola de Calor. At Ola de Calor, Dominik Mysterio and El Grande Americano will sign the contract for their Mega Championship, which is set to go down at TripleMania 34. General manager Rey Mysterio will moderate the contract signing. Ola de Calor takes place on Sunday, August 30. … The post Contract Signing Added To AAA Ola de Calor appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Santos Escobar Details WWE Release, Says Nick Khan Called To Get Him To Re-Sign In October 2025
Santos Escobar re-signed with WWE in October and joined AAA, which is owned by WWE. The company released him in April. He suffered a tricep injury in March and underwent surgery, but underwent a second surgery on an ulnar nerve in April. He was released by WWE at the end of April. Speaking on TMZ … The post Santos Escobar Details WWE Release, Says Nick Khan Called To Get Him To Re-Sign In October 2025 appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Batista (Dave Bautista) Cast As Kratos In ‘God Of War’ TV Series
Batista lands a big role. Variety reports that Dave Bautista (Batista in WWE) has been cast as Kratos in the “God of War” TV series. The series is based on the video game and will air on Amazon Prime. Ryan Hurst, who was announced as Kratos in January 2026, suffered a torn bicep on set … The post Batista (Dave Bautista) Cast As Kratos In ‘God Of War’ TV Series appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Jerry Lawler Gets Street Named After Him In Memphis
A portion of a street has been named after Jerry Lawler in Memphis. On Thursday, a ceremony was held for Lawler, who is getting his name on a Memphis street sign. A portion of Homer Street at Given Avenue near Treadwell Elementary will be honorarily renamed for “The King.” He grew up nearby on Vernon … The post Jerry Lawler Gets Street Named After Him In Memphis appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
WWE Files New Trademark For ‘Giulia’
A new trademark for Giulia. On August 18th, WWE filed a new trademark for ‘Giulia.’ The trademark was for the following: “IC 041: Entertainment services, namely, wrestling exhibitions and performances by a professional wrestler and entertainer rendered live and through broadcast media including television and radio, and via the internet or commercial online service; providing … The post WWE Files New Trademark For ‘Giulia’ appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backst...
Matt Cardona: Gunther Saying ‘Back From Catering’ Isn’t An Insult. Like I Book The Show
Matt Cardona confronted Gunther on Friday’s WWE SmackDown after “The Ring General” disrespected Cardona’s wife Chelsea Green. Though Cardona stood up for his wife, he was ultimately downed by Gunther in an impromptu match. During the confrontation, Gunther said he was surprised to see Cardona, who is usually in catering. “As for Gunther, I had … The post Matt Cardona: Gunther Saying ‘Back From Catering’ Isn’t An Insult. Like I Book The Show appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pr...
GCW The Crossroads Announced For Indianapolis, AEW Dynamite Highlights, More | Fight Size
Here is your fight size update for Thursday, August 20, 2026. – GCW will return to Indy in November with their The Crossroads event: GCW returns to INDIANAPOLIS and Fountain Square Theatre on Saturday, November 7th! Tickets go On Sale this Friday at 10am GCW presentsThe CrossroadsSaturday 11/7 – 8PM Watch LIVE on @Triller_TV+ pic.twitter.com/KwFe6p7Qpe … The post GCW The Crossroads Announced For Indianapolis, AEW Dynamite Highlights, More | Fight Size appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, A...
AAA TripleMania Was Initially Planned As A One Night Event
AAA TripleMania wasn’t supposed to be two nights. WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select is reporting that AAA TripleMania was initially planned to be a one night show. However, the decision to split it into two nights comes with the intention of attracting network executives that are in Las Vegas for the Zuffa Boxing event. Fans … The post AAA TripleMania Was Initially Planned As A One Night Event appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
WWE Tag Division Set For A Refresh
Changes are coming to the tag team division in WWE. WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select reports that the duo of Shinsuke Nakamura and Hiromu Takahashi are set to be positioned as top challengers on the SmackDown brand. Furthermore, Fraxiom is set to see increased television time. Over on the Raw brand, the pairing of Ethan … The post WWE Tag Division Set For A Refresh appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Brie Bella Gives An Update On Scapula Injury Rehab
Brie Bella suffered a scapula injury at WWE SummerSlam, which will sideline her for three to six months as she elected not to undergo surgery. On the Nikki & Brie Show, Brie Bella gave an update on how she is doing with rehab. “I did start physical therapy. It was okay. It’s tough. Getting the … The post Brie Bella Gives An Update On Scapula Injury Rehab appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Lil Yachty Concert Nixed From WWE Sunday Night’s Main Event
Lil Yachty will not be performing at Sunday Night’s Main Event. WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select has learned that a Yachty concert was thrown around as a possible idea for Sunday Night’s Main Event. The idea was ultimately nixed due to the poor reception surrounding the segments that populated the last Saturday Night’s Main Event … The post Lil Yachty Concert Nixed From WWE Sunday Night’s Main Event appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Solo Sikoa Merchandise Doing Better Than Expected Over The Past Month
Solo Sikoa merchandise is on the rise. WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select reports that Sikoa’s merchandise has recently been doing better than expected, especially with the launch of his new Funko Pop. Furthermore, WWE is working on “Pew Pew” merchandise to sell both online and in the arena. Fans can subscribe to Fightful Select and … The post Solo Sikoa Merchandise Doing Better Than Expected Over The Past Month appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Pro Wrestling Free Agents
Fightful compiles a list of the latest Pro Wrestling Free Agents. Note: This is not a complete list of every wrestler not currently under contract, nor is that the goal. If they have not wrestled in years, they are not on this list. We are looking to compile a list of active free agents with … The post Pro Wrestling Free Agents appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Bronson Reed Set To Return In Key Main Event Heel Role
Bronson Reed is looking at a big push in WWE. Reed has been out of action since February due to injury. WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select has learned that he’s set to be presented as a key main event heel when he returns. Fans can subscribe to Fightful Select and listen to the full report … The post Bronson Reed Set To Return In Key Main Event Heel Role appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Mustafa Ali Says People In Other Organizations Were Texting Him About TNA iMPACT Match With Jason Hotch
Mustafa Ali is proud of his recent match with Jason Hotch. On the July 30 episode of TNA iMPACT, Hotch was able to pull off the biggest upset in his career, as he defeated Ali for the TNA International Championship. The match was widely praised by fans, with some even considering it to be the … The post Mustafa Ali Says People In Other Organizations Were Texting Him About TNA iMPACT Match With Jason Hotch appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Report: Ilja Dragunov Exiting WWE
Ilja Dragunov is leaving WWE. According to Mike Johnson at PWInsider, Dragunov is exiting WWE and his contract has expired. He has been moved to the alumni section of the WWE website, which typically indicates that a wrestler has left the company. Ilja Dragunov hasn’t wrestled since competing in the Andre The Giant Memorial Battle … The post Report: Ilja Dragunov Exiting WWE appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Steph De Lander Confirms She’s Still A Free Agent, ‘I Think That’ll Change Pretty Soon’
Since leaving TNA Wrestling in March and returning to the ring, Steph De Lander has found a home in Ring of Honor. De Lander started appearing on ROH programming in June, and quickly made an impact in the Pure division, entering into a feud with Pure Women’s Champion Deonna Purrazzo. On Friday at ROH Death … The post Steph De Lander Confirms She’s Still A Free Agent, ‘I Think That’ll Change Pretty Soon’ appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
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