The 2024 WWE Draft has arrived! WWE Friday Night SmackDown goes down tonight at 8/7c on FOX with night one of the two-night 2024 WWE Draft, live from the Heritage Bank Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. On tap for tonight’s two-hour WWE on FOX blue brand show is the official contract signing for the WWE Universal Heavyweight Championship showdown between Cody Rhodes and AJ Styles at the upcoming WWE Backlash: France premium live event. Also scheduled is Rey Mysterio & Dragon Lee vs. Angel & Humberto, the follow-up to Solo Sikoa & Tama Tonga’s attack of Kevin Owens, night one of the 2024 W ..read more

— WWE’s draft kicks off tonight with night one on Friday Night SmackDown, and fightfulselect.com has released a backstage story today shedding light on what is known. — According to their report, as of Wednesday, WWE wrestlers were still in the dark about the draft’s mechanics, their brand placements, or whether the company planned a major roster overhaul or just a few strategic moves. Talent remained unaware of their draft eligibility until WWE’s social media post listing the pool of eligible wrestlers for each night. Communication on draft destinations was expected by this afternoon. — WWE r ..read more

— Dominik Mysterio took to Twitter X to refute reports that he is set to undergo “Tommy John” surgery. The report originated with Dave Meltzer and his Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Mysterio is still injured of course, but doesn’t look like he will be out of in-ring action for the estimated nine months if he underwent surgery. No surgery for this guy… pic.twitter.com/XzhCxqUs69 — Dominik (@DomMysterio35) April 26, 2024 The post WWE News: Dominik Mysterio Denies Reports That His Arm Requires Surgery appeared first on eWrestling.com | WWE, AEW News ..read more

— The location for next year’s WrestleMania 41 remains undisclosed, with previous speculations pointing towards Minneapolis, MN as the frontrunner. However, recent developments suggest that Las Vegas has surged ahead as the favored destination in recent weeks. — In the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer mentioned the possibility of WrestleMania being held on May 3rd and May 4th in Las Vegas, indicating ongoing negotiations between WWE and the city. This has consequently delayed the official announcement. While Minneapolis remains in contention and has submitted a bid, Las Vegas ..read more

Dominik Mysterio is facing an extended period away from WWE’s in-ring action. According to Dave Meltzer of F4WOnline.com, “Dirty” Dom sustained a “freak injury” during his match with Andrade on April 15, necessitating ‘Tommy John surgery’ on his elbow. This procedure, commonly associated with MLB pitchers, typically entails a recovery period of nine months. “Dominik Mysterio also suffered an elbow injury,” Meltzer stated. “It seems to have occurred during a match with Andrade on 4/15 and was described to us as a freak accident. He will undergo Tommy John surgery on his elbow, which usually req ..read more

— WWE is set to launch their annual draft this Friday on SmackDown with night one, followed by night two on Raw next week. According to PWInsiderelite.com, five WWE legends have been enlisted for the show, hinting at the possibility of more names being unveiled within the next 48 hours. The confirmed individuals include Teddy Long, JBL, Michelle McCool, Torrie Wilson and Alundra Blayze. — On the subject of WWE legends, the company has recently secured a new “legends contract” with Hall-of-Famer Undertaker, likely finalized around the WrestleMania 40 timeframe. Negotiations between the two part ..read more

— AEW CEO Tony Khan appeared on camera during coverage of last night’s NFL draft and continued to sell the injuries he suffered on Wednesday on Dynamite by sporting a neck brace. Khan, who was on the receiving end of a piledriver by The Elite, was shown in the Jacksonville Jaguars draft room with his father, Shahid Khan. The family owns the Jaguars and Tony is officially their Chief Football Strategy Officer. Shad, the principal owner, made his AEW debut on Dynamite, coming to Tony’s assistance after the attack. Bless you @TonyKhan. pic.twitter.com/1yhY5XlU29 — TDE Wrestling (@tde_gif) April ..read more

After a crushing defeat at Rebellion, a visibly disheartened Nic Nemeth addressed the fans in the iMPACT Zone. As he reflected on his loss to Moose, Matt Hardy interrupted. Hardy said he had seen the match footage and pointed out that Nemeth’s left shoulder was off the canvas during the pin, suggesting the defeat was questionable. He then declared his return to TNA is to claim the TNA Championship. Moose and the rest of the System barged into the iMPACT Zone, ridiculing both Matt Hardy and the L.A Raiders. Amidst the chaos, Nemeth, fueled by frustration, issued a challenge to Eddie Edwards for ..read more

AEW is sparing no effort in portraying the aftermath of The Elite’s stunning assault on Tony Khan. According to Fightful Select, the AEW President is fully committing to the repercussions of the shocking attack he suffered at the hands of Jack Perry and The Young Bucks during Wednesday night’s post-AEW Dynasty 2024 episode of AEW Dynamite at Daily’s Place in Jacksonville, Florida. Not only did Khan persist in selling the assault after the TBS cameras ceased rolling for the April 24, 2024 broadcast of AEW Dynamite, but his father, Shahid Khan, also appeared ringside, visibly shocked and concern ..read more

The Elite are stronger than ever. On the post-AEW Dynasty 2024 episode of AEW Dynamite from Daily’s Place in Jacksonville, Florida on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, the show kicked off with “The Scapegoat” Jack Perry arriving to the building with The Elite trio of Kazuchika Okada and The Young Bucks. During the show, we learned that AEW President Tony Khan had agreed to meet with Jack Perry live in the ring tonight. In the main event segment of the show, Jack Perry came to the ring and spoke about making many memories in Jacksonville, FL. He then asked AEW President Tony Khan to join him in the ri ..read more