A former WCW wrestler turned actor has announced that he has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Tyler Mane, who was a professional wrestler previously competed in the likes of New Japan Pro Wrestling, WCW, CMLL, AJPW and more before turning to a career in acting where he would feature in projects such as X-Men, Rob … The post Tyler Mane Announces Breast Cancer Diagnosis appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
At the AAA Noche de los Grandes tapings on May 30, Octagon Jr suffered a scary injury. Competing in a five-way match, he took a DDT off the top rope from Joaquin Wilde. The referee seemed to immediately recognize the injury, though the match continued around him as the competitors didn’t know the severity of … The post The Undertaker Wishes Octagon Jr A Speedy Recovery After Injury At AAA Noche De Los Grandes appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Chelsea Green is hitting the horror scene. After teasing a horror role back in April, Chelsea Green has seemingly revealed the film to the world, as she quote tweeted an announcement about the movie ‘Red Wedding’ on Monday, June 8. “My horror movie debut.” My horror movie debut. 🔪 🩸 https://t.co/lOTyJlYAGk — CHELSEA GREEN (@ImChelseaGreen) … The post Chelsea Green To Star In ‘Red Wedding’ Horror Film With Rory Culkin & Lauren LaVera appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestl...
On May 26, it was announced that Big Damo and Nikki Storm (Nikki Cross in WWE) had acquired PROGRESS and DEFY Wrestling. The two acquired PROGRESS with Lee McAteer, who took ownership of the company in 2022. Speaking to Tom Campbell of Cultaholic, McAteer said he had other offers for more money, but “he believed … The post Former PROGRESS Owner Says He Had Other Offers Before Selling To Nikki Cross And Big Damo appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
The Great Khali discusses the differences in his schedules when he acted in The Longest Yard and Get Smart and which movie he prefers. As well as being a professional wrestler in the 2000s, Khali would also feature in several movie projects, including both The Longest Yard and Get Smart. Now, the former World Heavyweight … The post The Great Khali Discusses The Difference In Schedules When He Acted In The Longest Yard And Get Smart appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestli...
The date has been announced for AAA Verano de Escandalo. According to a ticket listing on Boletomovil, AAA Verano de Escandalo is set for July 25. The event will take place at Arena San Marcos. Tickets are not on sale yet. WrestleVotes on Fightful Select reported on May 28 that the event would take place … The post AAA Verano de Escandalo Listed For July 25 appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Session Moth Martina speaks about Will Ospreay’s presence in Pro Wrestling EVE and the eyes that he brings to the promotion. In recent years, Ospreay has worked with the all women’s British Wrestling promotion as a producer and creative team member, having been part of some of the promotions massive recent events. Now, a champion … The post Session Moth Martina: A Lot Of People Won’t Admit It, But They’ll Come To See Will Ospreay More Than They’ll Probably Come To See Female Wrestling appear...
ESPN and McAfee are looking to lock in a new deal. The Athletic pushed out a report that notes that ESPN and Pat McAfee are looking to lock in a new contract. The negotiations are in the $60-65 million per year contract. McAfee’s contract negotiations are being handled by TKO’s Ari Emanuel and Mark Shapiro. … The post REPORT: Pat McAfee, ESPN Negotiating New Deal appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Session Moth Martina speaks about the possibility of finding a home for herself in All Elite Wrestling in the future. Martina is a professional wrestler who has found herself wrestling all over the world and has become a staple of the Irish and British wrestling scenes, previously working Ring of Honor and All Elite Wrestling … The post Session Moth Martina: I Would Like To Think That If I Have A Chance Anywhere, It Could Be With AEW appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrest...
Nikki Cross departed WWE in April, ending her time with the company after a decade. Cross was still regularly featured on television as part of the Wyatt Sicks. Before signing with WWE, Cross wrestled under the name Nikki Storm, which is the name she will be using when she returns to the independent scene. In … The post Nikki Cross Discusses Her Return To The Independent Scene As Nikki Storm appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Dana White and Pat McAfee made the TIME Most Influential People in Sports 2026 list. White, the President of the UFC, was listed under Leaders while McAfee, a former WWE commentator and manager, was under Innovators. On White: Through his force-of-nature personality, Dana White has transformed what was once a fringe activity, deemed “human cockfighting” … The post Dana White And Pat McAfee Land On TIME Most Influential People In Sports 2026 List appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW New...
Braun Strowman says the AAA bout between Chad Gable and Original El Grande Americano made him remember his love for wrestling. At the recent AAA event on May 30th, ‘Original’ El Grande Americano and El Grande Americano would go one on one with a mask vs mask stipulation in a white hot feud that has … The post Braun Strowman Says El Grande Americano vs Original El Grande Americano Bout Made Him Remember Why He Loves Wrestling appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Back...
The lineup for CMLL’s June 12th show. Coming up on June 12th is CMLL’s show at Arena Mexico, and it has been announced that the show will feature Sammy Guevara, The Beast Mortos, and Tiger Mask IV. Guevara and Mortos are the reigning ROH World Tag Team Champions, and they are set to put their … The post Sammy Guevara & Beast Mortos Defending ROH World Tag Titles, Tiger Mask IV Set For CMLL’s June 12th Show appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
WWE has filed a new trademark. On June 8, WWE filed to trademark “Reina Volcan,” which translates to “Volcano Queen.” Full description: 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; … The post WWE Files To Trademark ‘Reina Volcan’ appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling B...
Nikki Bella says she is getting x-rays on her ankle injury done a week early, sharing how she canceled a recent trip to Italy to focus on her recovery. Nikki has been out of action with an ankle injury since before WrestleMania 42, hoping to be back in the ring in the near future. Now, … The post Nikki Bella Says She’s Getting X-Rays On Her Ankle Injury Done A Week Earlier Than Planned, Canceled Recent Trip To Focus On Recovery appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling B...
The final dates for the Dragongate stalwart. Shun Skywalker will be departing Dragongate Japan Pro-Wrestling. He’s been with the promotion since the beginning of his in-ring career in 2015. Dragongate announced Skywalker’s final dates, and he will wrap up in August. 6/14 (Sun) Gifu Ceratopia Toki 6/27 (Sat) Osaka Umeda Stella Hall 7/13 (Mon) Tokyo … The post Dragongate Announces Final Dates For Shun Skywalker appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Super celebrity Danhausen. WWE superstar Danhausen was in attendance for game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, where he made the media rounds on ESPN, and got to hang out with Ben Stiller and Cardi B. CARDI B-HAUSEN 😈@iamcardib @WWE pic.twitter.com/XWSBUWxgPI — Danhausen (@DanhausenAD) June 9, 2026 … The post Danhausen Links Up With Ben Stiller And Cardi B appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Cathy Kelley addresses training at the WWE Performance Center. Back in April, Fightful Select learned that WWE backstage interviewer/correspondent Cathy Kelley trained at the Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. The report noted that she was doing in-ring training and promo classes. While speaking to Chris Van Vliet, Kelley was asked about the moment when she … The post Cathy Kelley Addresses Training At WWE Performance Center: “I Love Learning Everything That I Can About This Business” a...
The full card for the June 13, 2026, edition of the “RCW Gascomania” at the Casinet d’Hostafrancs in Barcelona, Spain, has been announced. In a press release, RCW confirmed the full card for their return to Barcelona of the event “Gascomania”. The show will be held at the Casinet d’Hostafrancs on June 13, 2026. The … The post Priscilla Kelly vs. Gema, More Set for RCW Gascomania appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Cathy Kelley shares personal diagnosis during interview. The newest episode of Insight with Chris Van Vliet featured a chat with WWE backstage interviewer/correspondent Cathy Kelley. As the conversation moved along, the idea of a Total Divas reboot was brought up. Kelley was asked if she’d be open to being part of it and if she … The post Cathy Kelley Shares That She Was Recently Diagnosed with Autism appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Yuto-Ice addresses the possibility of appearing at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door later this year. The Unbound Co. member is currently one half of the IWGP Tag Team Champions alongside Oskar, and with the AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door pay-per-view coming later this Summer, will be in a prime position to feature on the card … The post Yuto-Ice On A Possible Forbidden Door 2026 Appearance: If They Have The Money To Pay Me And Guys For Me To Fight, I’ll Go appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News...
Full results for CMLL Domingo Familiar on June 7, 2026, from Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico. Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre held the event “Domingo Familiar” on June 7, 2026, at Arena Mexico in Mexico City, Distrito Federal, Mexico. Fans can see the results & highlights for the show listed below. CMLL … The post CMLL Domingo Familiar Results (6/7/2026): Místico & Komander vs. Depredadores, LFI vs. Guerreros Laguneros, More appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW Ne...
Viewership information and lineup for the June 9, 2026 episode of WWE NXT. WWE NXT (June 9, 2026) Venue: WWE Performance Center City: Orlando, FL Time: 8pm ET How To Watch: CW Network (US), Netflix (International) Lineup NXT Women’s North American Championship: Tatum Paxley (c) vs. ZARIA Winner Challenges for NXT Women’s Title: Kelani Jordan vs. … The post WWE NXT Preview, Start Time, How To Watch, Location (6/9) appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Speedball Mike Bailey reflects on his TNT title bout with Kevin Knight on this past week’s edition of AEW Dynamite. Since AEW Double Or Nothing, Kevin Knight and Speedball’s tag team, Jet Speed, has been split and on the most recent edition of AEW Dynamite last week, the pair would meet in a one on … The post Speedball Mike Bailey Reflects On TNT Title Bout With Kevin Knight: In AEW Right Now, I Feel Alone appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News .
Full results for the June 8, 2026, edition of CMLL Lunes Clásico from Arena Puebla in Puebla, Puebla, Mexico. Consejo Mundial de Lucha Libre held the event “Lunes Clásico” on June 8, 2026, at Arena Puebla in Puebla, Puebla, Mexico. Fans can see the results & highlights for the show listed below. CMLL Lunes Clásico … The post CMLL Lunes Clásico Results (6/8/2026): The Beast Mortos vs. Difunto, Komander, Villanos, More appeared first on Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage Ne...