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• Booker T Says Sami Zayn Is The Perfect WrestleMania Opponent For Trick Williams
On the latest episode of the Hall of Fame podcast, Booker T talked about his pride in former student Trick Williams heading into WrestleMania 42. The post Booker T Says Sami Zayn Is The Perfect WrestleMania Opponent For Trick Williams appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
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• Seth Rollins Cleared To Compete & Gets WrestleMania Opponent During 3/30 WWE RAW

The March 30 episode of WWE RAW brought a big show to MSG. NYC fans are used to big WrestleMania moments, and the road to WrestleMania is heating up in ......2026
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• Seth Rollins Cleared For Action On WWE Raw, Taken Out By Gunther
Seth Rollins is good to go, being announced as cleared for action on WWE Raw and getting attacked by his new WrestleMania opponent in Gunther. The post Seth Rollins Cleared For Action On WWE Raw, Taken Out By Gunther appeared first on 411MANIA | Wrestling News, WWE & AEW Results....2026
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• Liv Morgan Wants Newly Signed WWE Star Away From The Judgment Day

Liv Morgan is locked to compete at WWE WrestleMania 42 for the Women’s World Championship. After winning the 2026 Men’s Elimination Chamber, Morgan chose Stephanie Vaquer as her WrestleMania opponent for the title. Meanwhile, during a recent interview with Brad Gilmore on “The Collection” podcast, Morgan opened up about the newly signed WWE star, Danhausen. […]...2026
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• CM Punk is running out of time against Roman Reigns

Roman Reigns is playing chess while his WrestleMania opponent, World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk, is playing shuffleboard at the senior center. In Raw’s closing segment, Punk clocked the Tribal Chief. As he fumed at a laughing Reigns, officials rushed in to separate them. But the fight was already over. Though Reigns got knocked on his […]...2026
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• Brock Lesnar has a Wrestlemania opponent
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• CM Punk finally gets to main event WWE’s biggest show of the year

WWE.com CM Punk finally gets to main event WrestleMania, but whose side is Paul Heyman really on? Night one of WrestleMania 41 takes place tonight (Sat., Apr. 19) from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. The main card begins at 7:00 pm ET, live on Peacock in the United States and on Netflix elsewhere. You should also be able to watch it on pay-per-view (PPV) if your cable provider is c...2025
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• Cody Rhodes’ stock is down despite winning the WWE title

Photo by WWE/WWE via Getty Images We wrap up our weeklong WrestleMania Stock Report series with a dive into how WWE’s babyface champ has fared since finishing his story last April — along with a lot of Bloodline business. Welcome to the final edition of this year’s WrestleMania Stock Report. This five-part series has looked back at everyone on the WrestleMania 40 card (along with a handful...2025
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• Cody Rhodes makes unrealistic promise to fans, blasts John Cena

WWE.com “The American Nightmare” is either lying to the fans, to himself, or to both, as he takes aim at John Cena with his newest T-shirt. “The American Fibber” is telling lies again, and he expects you, the fans, to buy into it. Literally. Cody Rhodes, your Undisputed WWE Champion, has a new T-shirt that takes a jab at his WrestleMania opponent, John Cena. With a message that might event...2025
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• Raw recap & reactions: Yeet

WWE.com Jey Uso gets a heroes welcome, Charlotte Flair gets a villains reception, and Sami Zayn faces repercussions to his actions on this week’s Monday Night Raw. I’m Ready Take it in, JEY! #RawOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/ZG3XOX6BT0— WWE (@WWE) February 4, 2025 I’m keeping this short since GUNTHER and Jey Uso didn’t cover new ground when the former stepped to the latter during Raw’s...2025
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• This could have been a fun program

WWE.com Welcome to the weekly Rumor Look Back, where we look at the rumors from six months ago and see which played out as originally stated. Let’s jump right to it. January 29, 2024 Dave Meltzer said on Wrestling Observer Radio that Roman Reigns vs. The Rock “is still happening” this year he just doesn’t know exactly when or where. I honestly don’t think it happens before the end of this...2024
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• Seth Rollins returns to action, teams with Rhodes to defeat Bloodline

WWE, Rapides Parish Coliseum The Visionary sees action for the first time since suffering an injury in January. When Seth Rollins sustained a knee injury in January, he said his goal was to get back in the ring before WrestleMania. Last week on Raw, he revealed that he was medically cleared to perform. On Saturday night (March 9), Rollins made a triumphant return to the ring. In perhaps a ...2024
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• There’s only one choice on who should face Gunther at Mania

@Gunther_AUT Welcome to the weekly Rumor Look Back, where we look at the rumors from six months ago and see which played out as originally stated. Let’s jump right to it. September 3, 2023 (Special CM Punk firing edition) Khan’s statement on Punk’s firing mention “contracts”, and Fightful Select says he had employee and performance (wrestling) deals and both were terminated. The site didn...2024
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• This is all Cody Rhodes’ fault

WWE.com Raw airs tonight (Feb. 12) with a live show from Rupp Arena in Lexington, Kentucky. This is the third episode of Raw during the four week build towards Elimination Chamber 2024, which takes place on February 24. This is all Cody Rhodes’ fault Cody Rhodes finally made his decision last week at the WrestleMania XL Kickoff press conference, and it resulted in The Rock slapping the tas...2024
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• WWE Alters WrestleMania Opponent Plans for Seth Rollins
Seth Rollins showcased his strong work ethic on RAW last week by defending his title against Jinder Mahal. He suffered an injury because of the match and now WWE has ......2024
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• Bianca Belair Still Considers Charlotte Flair A Dream WrestleMania Opponent
Greatness recognizes greatness. WWE superstar Bianca Belair recently appeared on Wednesday WorldWide to discuss her relationship with Charlotte Flair, with the EST naming The Queen as one of her dream WrestleMania opponents. Belair later adds that she’s been in conversation with Charlotte a good amount once she went down with injury, and that she is […] The post Bianca Belair Still Con...2024
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• John Cena Sells His Soul To The Rock

Cody Rhodes, welcome to hell. John Cena And The Rock John Cena won the men’s elimination chamber match tonight and immedietly following his win, he was greeted in the ring by WWE Champion and his WrestleMania opponent, Cody Rhodes. The two shook hands before The Rock (with Travis Scott) made his way out to the […] The post John Cena Sells His Soul To The Rock appeared first on Bodyslam.net....2025
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• Liv Morgan Teases WrestleMania 42 Plans On WWE RAW

Liv Morgan continues to keep the world guessing about who she will challenge at WrestleMania, but she seemingly offered a hint on this week’s episode of WWE RAW. Shortly after winning the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble, Liv Morgan told Big E that she was going to take her time picking her WrestleMania opponent. “I have […] The post Liv Morgan Teases WrestleMania 42 Plans On WWE RAW ap...2026
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• CM Punk finally gets to main event WWE’s biggest show of the year
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• Cody Rhodes’ stock is down despite winning the WWE title
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• Rumor Roundup: WrestleMania title changes, Jericho time off, Randy Orton, more!

WWE.com Today’s rumors... Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill. Important reminder: Rumors are just that — rumors. None of this has been confirmed as fact, it’s just circulating ar...2025
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• The Rock’s disappearing act is really hurting WWE’s build to WrestleMania

WWE.com Part-timers The Rock and John Cena aren’t here, so WWE Champion Cody Rhodes is left to carry the WrestleMania 41 main event on his own. SmackDown airs tonight (Apr. 11) with a live show emanating from Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. This is the sixth episode of SmackDown during the seven week build towards WrestleMania 41, which takes place on the weekend of April 19 a...2025
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• Gunther: I Didn't Think Jey Uso Was My Ideal WrestleMania Opponent, But It Makes Sense
When Jey Uso won the men's Royal Rumble, he had the option to face Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Champion or Gunther for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Jey selected Gunther, kicking off their road to WrestleMania, which has featured Jey doubting himself and slipping, Gunther facing Otis and Akira Tozawa, Gunther bloodying Jimmy Uso, and Jey no longer being afraid. Speaking to Ariel...2025
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• Raw recap & reactions: Sami runs the gauntlet

WWE on TNT Sports Sami Zayn gets his WrestleMania match, Becky Lynch takes a beating, and The Judgment Day judge the competition on this week’s Monday Night Raw. Motivators What a SORE LOSER! #WWERaw pic.twitter.com/wj0ywUe4Ro— WWE (@WWE) March 12, 2024 I thought this was Chad Gable’s night. Props to WWE for getting me fully-invested into Chad’s story. His passion as a father, al...2024
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• CM Punk finally gets to main event WWE’s biggest show of the year
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• Cody Rhodes’ stock is down despite winning the WWE title
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• John Cena’s heel turn has cooled off fast

WWE.com John Cena and The Rock’s part-time schedules have led to a disappointing build to the main event of WrestleMania 41 with Cody Rhodes. SmackDown airs tonight (Apr. 18) with a live show emanating from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. This is the final episode of SmackDown during the seven week build towards WrestleMania 41, which takes place on Saturday (Apr. 19) and Sunday (Apr....2025
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• Tiffany Stratton is no match for Charlotte Flair

The Queen sends a painful message to her WrestleMania opponent. WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton had a blast teaming up with Trish Stratus at Elimination Chamber, but now the fun and games are over. It’s time for Tiffany to prepare for the biggest match of her career when she defends the belt against Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania 41. The Queen escalated things with Stratton in a significant...2025
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• Jey Uso vs. GUNTHER official for WrestleMania 41

@WWE The YEET man finally made his choice. When Jey Uso won the Royal Rumble on Feb. 1 in Indianapolis, it seemed obvious he would be challenging GUNTHER for the world heavyweight championship at WrestleMania 41 on April 19-20, 2025, in Las Vegas. After all, he had just taken the champ to the limit at Saturday Night’s Main Event and there was never any reason to believe he would want to go...2025
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• SmackDown recap & reactions: Rock concert

They went back to the well on the blue brand this week. There were rumors that The Rock would come to Memphis, Tennessee for Friday Night SmackDown this week and do another “Rock concert.” When he showed up, they treated him like the mega babyface star he’s long been, hottest heel in the business status be damned. And then, curiously enough, he played the babyface off the top, working the gimmick ...2024
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• WWE Raw (3/11/24) Results: Gunther's WrestleMania Opponent Determined, Becky Lynch vs. Liv Morgan
On Monday, March 11, 2024, WWE hosted a new episode of Monday Night Raw on the USA Network. The card was headlined by a gauntlet to determine who would challenge Gunther for the WWE Intercontinental Championship at WWE WrestleMania. Bronson Reed, Chad Gable, JD McDonagh, Ricochet, Shinsuke Nakamura, and Sami Zayn will all do battle for the honor of attempting to dethrone "The Ring General." Also ...2024
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• Seth Rollins Cleared To Compete & Gets WrestleMania Opponent During 3/30 WWE RAW
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• CM Punk finally gets to main event WWE’s biggest show of the year
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• Cody Rhodes’ stock is down despite winning the WWE title
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• John Cena’s heel turn has cooled off fast
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• Liv Morgan And Dominik Mysterio Visit India, Athena Says 2025 Is Her Year, Top WrestleMania Title Changes | Fight Size
Here is your fight size update for Sunday, April 13, 2025. Below are the top headlines from Fightful today, the best digital excuses from around the world of wrestling, and more. - The Judgment Day’s Liv Morgan and Dominik Mysterio catch up with WWE India’s Gaelyn Mendonca in Mumbai ahead of WrestleMania 41, which will stream live on Netflix in India for the first time ever. Check out the video em...2025
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• Gunther: I Didn't Think Jey Uso Was My Ideal WrestleMania Opponent, But It Makes Sense
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• Ludwig Kaiser Tells Tiffany Stratton To Check Her DMs In Instagram Comment After Charlotte Flair's DM Claims On SmackDown
Ludwig Kaiser is definitely in Tiffany Stratton's DMs. Less than a week after Charlotte Flair accused Ludwig Kaiser of being in her DMs as a shot at her WrestleMania opponent and Ludwig's girlfriend, WWE Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton, Kaiser popped up in the comments of Tiffany's recent Instagram photo to tell her to check her DMs with winking and flame emojis. With less than two weeks to go...2025
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• Rikishi Surveys Son Jey Uso's WWE WrestleMania Options After Royal Rumble Victory

Days before Jey Uso made his decision regarding his WrestleMania opponent, his father, WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi, surveyed his son's potential options...2025
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• The Undertaker Reveals His Dream WrestleMania Opponent: Stone Cold Steve Austin

One Big Thing The Undertaker mentioned in a Patreon Q&A that facing Stone Cold Steve Austin at WrestleMania was a missed opportunity and hinted that Austin could have been a candidate to end his legendary streak. Key Highlights The Undertaker’s WrestleMania streak is one of the most celebrated achievements in professional wrestling, ending at 21 […] The post The Undertaker Reveals...2024
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• Bayley Picks IYO SKY As Her Opponent At WWE WrestleMania 40

Damage CTRL has imploded, as Bayley is set to face IYO SKY at WWE WrestleMania 40. Bayley won the 2024 Women’s Royal Rumble, and she said she would announce her decision regarding her WrestleMania opponent on the February 2 episode of WWE SmackDown. Before it was time for her decision, she overheard IYO SKY saying […] The post Bayley Picks IYO SKY As Her Opponent At WWE WrestleMania 40...2024
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• WWE's Rhea Ripley Chooses WrestleMania Opponent From Fan Chatter

Rhea Ripley says she'd like to face this former WWE Women's Champion at WrestleMania 41...2024
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• Gunther On Possibly Facing Bron Breakker At WrestleMania: I’m Here To Take On The Challenge

Gunther‘s WrestleMania opponent is currently up in the air, but the leader of Imperium isn’t ruling out SmackDown’s Bron Breakker as a possibility. WWE Intercontinental Champion Gunther was a recent guest on the Battleground Podcast. When asked about crossing paths with Bron Breakker in the Royal Rumble, Gunther said he would be open to facing […] The post Gunther On Possib...2024
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• Charlotte Flair Keeps WrestleMania Opponent a Mystery After Rejecting Rhea Ripley’s Plea on WWE RAW
WWE RAW took place on February 3rd at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio. Charlotte Flair was on hand to make her big Netflix debut, and she’s doing so as ......2025
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• Seth Rollins On The Crowd Turning On The Rock: Some In Our Right Mind May Have Seen This Coming
Seth Rollins knew. The Rock returned to WWE television on Friday's WWE SmackDown, confronting Roman Reigns after Cody Rhodes stepped aside. While the crowd cheered for The Rock when his music hit, they were less enthused as Cody left the ring. Over the weekend, fans threw their support behind Cody with "We Want Cody" trending. Seth Rollins made an appearance on Maggie & Perloff, and it was noted...2024
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• Former WWE Star Offers To Be Bobby Lashley WrestleMania Opponent
Former WWE star Chris Masters (Chris Adonis) has now offered to face Bobby Lashley at WrestleMania 39, following uncertainty about his status for the event. During WrestleMania season, Lashley has […]...2023
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• Report: Rumored John Cena WWE WrestleMania Opponent Met With 'Resounding Disapproval'

Who will John Cena's final WrestleMania opponent? Reportedly one idea was met with derision internally....2024
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• Jade Cargill Enters Into More Social Media Wars With Two More WWE Superstars

The road to WrestleMania 42 just picked up some unexpected passengers. As the war of words between Jade Cargill and her WrestleMania opponent Rhea Ripley continues to heat up, Cargill has now found herself trading shots with Chelsea Green and Piper Niven on social media. It all started when Green publicly praised Ripley, who is […] The post Jade Cargill Enters Into More Social Media Wars Wit...2026
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• Cathy Kelley scheduled to transition in WWE, note on Hendry being Orton’s Wrestlemania opponent
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• John Cena’s heel turn has cooled off fast
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• Nick Aldis To Chelsea Green: Katy Perry Spent Less Time In Space Than You Spent Outside The Ring On SmackDown
Nick Aldis topically burns Chelsea Green. On last Friday's edition of WWE SmackDown, Chelsea Green met Zelina Vega in singles action and after hitting a big move on the outside, Green took her time returning to the ring, leading to a countout loss to Vega. In pop culture news, Katy Perry would take a trip to space on Monday, an event that drew a lot of attention on social media. Someone who did ta...2025
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• Rumor Roundup: WrestleMania title changes, Jericho time off, Randy Orton, more!
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• Charlotte Flair’s WrestleMania decision got a little more complicated

WWE.com SmackDown airs tonight (Feb. 14) with a live show emanating from Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. This is the second episode of SmackDown during the four week build towards Elimination Chamber, which takes place on March 1. Charlotte Flair’s WrestleMania decision got a little more complicated Royal Rumble winner Charlotte Flair spent last week touring Raw, NXT, and SmackDown l...2025
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• Charlotte Flair has a big problem with the soft women’s division in WWE

WWE.com The Queen returns to the ring for her first match on SmackDown in over a year. SmackDown airs tonight (Mar. 14) with a taped show emanating from Olimpic Arena in Barcelona, Spain. This is the second episode of SmackDown during the seven week build towards WrestleMania 41, which takes place on the weekend of April 19 and 20. Charlotte Flair has a big problem with the soft women’s d...2025
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• WWE needs to find an answer for its GUNTHER problem at WrestleMania

WWE.com Raw airs tonight (Feb. 26) with a live show from SAP Center in San Jose, California. This is the first episode of Raw during the six week build towards WrestleMania 40, which takes place on the weekend of April 6 and April 7. GUNTHER needs to find an opponent for WrestleMania 40 Most of the top heels in WWE already have a clear direction for WrestleMania 40, with the glaring except...2024
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• Report on WrestleMania plans is bad news for Cody Rhodes (Possible SPOILERS)

@WWE In his latest “Week in Wrestling” column for SI.com, Justin Barrasso lays out several key WrestleMania 40 programs. Mostly it reads as informed speculation — much of which is based on the latest episode of Raw and this week’s news. But along with using Dwayne Johnson’s appointment to the TKO Board of Directors as evidence a Roman Reigns vs. The Rock main event showdown is now more lik...2024
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