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USA Today
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
WWE Night of Champions predictions: John Cena wins? Who becomes King, Queen of the Ring?
WWE's return to Saudi Arabia has the potential to be a compelling night of wrestling. But will it actually? Plenty of notable names will be in the ring for Night of Champions, and while we'll get some highly anticipated matches, the event will mostly set the tone for the rest of summer. The King and Queen of the Ring finals feature some intriguing matchups, and the intensity will be turned up with the winners of each tournament getting a title opportunity at SummerSlam on Aug. 2-3. That also includes the three singles matches taking place, which feel like the start of rivalries. Plus, there's two of the biggest names in the past 20 years in wrestling will square off for likely the last time in John Cena and CM Punk. Will Cena's reign of terror continue, or will Punk pull off another signature title moment? USA TODAY Sports' wrestling reporters give their Night of Champions predictions: Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross Jordan Mendoza: After fans have been clamoring for months, Kross gets his first premium live event match in more than a year. He really has pushed Zayn's buttons recently, and it's gotten us pretty close to seeing a different side of him. Kross sacrifices himself to bring out Zayn's dark side, setting the tone for a possible heel run. While he is the loser, Kross is the one at the end laughing. Winner: Sami Zayn. Richard Morin: Kross has been the devil on Zayn's shoulder for several weeks now, attempting to turn the well-liked Zayn against himself. Kross, who has become a fan favorite since WrestleMania weekend, can accomplish his goals even without a win if he forces Zayn to compromise himself during the match. Winner: Sami Zayn. Street fight: Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez Jordan Mendoza: It's refreshing to see Ripley do something outside of a title run. Rodriguez really is the only person that can match with Ripley's power style of wrestling, so the chemistry will be something to watch as they each try to unleash punishing blows. With no disqualification, it's practically a guarantee Roxanne Perez shows up to help her new "friend" in Rodriguez. "The Prodigy" gets involved to make sure The Judgment Day member wins and sets the stage for the new Women's Tag Team Champions with Liv Morgan out. Winner: Raquel Rodriguez. Richard Morin: With Liv Morgan out due to injury, the WWE is kicking off its pivot program with a very cool match here. Rodriguez, who is currently a tag champion with Morgan, has clashed with Ripley in recent weeks. Roxanne Perez continues to earn Rodriguez's good graces by helping her defeat Ripley. Ultimately, I see this leading to a tag-team match at Evolution with Nikki Bella pairing with Ripley. Winner: Raquel Rodriguez. United States Championship match: Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Solo Sikoa Jordan Mendoza: A match that's been brewing for months, and it should be a definite treat. There's no denying the in-ring skill of Fatu, but this one will bring one of the best versions of Sikoa. He's great at being comedic relief, but the intensity of this will be reminiscent of the NXT toughness he had. Sikoa would be the best person to take the title off Fatu, but it's still too early to make that move. Perhaps JC Mateo gets in the fold and inadvertently costs Sikoa the match, or there's a punishing attack afterward. But the title stays with the "Samoan Werewolf." Winner: Jacob Fatu. Richard Morin: I saw this match as a better for SummerSlam, but here we are. With the lack of build for what could be a very emotional match, it's hard to see Fatu dropping the title at Night of Champions. Winner: Jacob Fatu. Queen of the Ring final: Asuka vs. Jade Cargill Jordan Mendoza: A match you wouldn't expect to see, but will really test each stars' skills against contrasting styles. Asuka is among the top talent in the ring and Cargill will really be tested in her ability to survive it. Even though Cargill is billed as an unstoppable force, this is a different version of Asuka. Whether it's the old entrance music or the more serious tone, she is back on the way to dominate the women's division. Asuka hands Cargill her first clean singles loss, and sets up the amazing match against Iyo Sky. Winner: Asuka. Richard Morin: I picked Naomi to win Money in the Bank because the three-way feud between her, Cargill and Bianca Belair needs a world title in the mix to bring it to the next level. If Naomi cashes in successfully and Cargill wins here, we can get the dream match at SummerSlam for the WWE Women's Championship. Winner: Jade Cargill. King of the Ring final: Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton Jordan Mendoza: The teacher and student finally meet again. They have long been intertwined and after several times on the same team, they get to go against each other. There's a strong case to be made for either to get the championship match. Orton has been so close to title No. 15 and he could get Cena again. Rhodes wants his title back and should get the rematch. "The American Nightmare" gets the better of it to set the stage for a WrestleMania rematch at SummerSlam. Winner: Cody Rhodes. Richard Morin: WWE wants to run it back between Rhodes and Cena at SummerSlam so this one feels fairly easy to project. It's a bit strange they felt the need to use the KOTR vehicle to do it since Rhodes pinned Cena at Money in the Bank, but here we are. The best we can hope for is planting the seeds for a future feud between Rhodes and Orton. Winner: Cody Rhodes. Undisputed WWE Championship match: John Cena (c) vs. CM Punk Jordan Mendoza: It's a shame this matchup isn't happening at SummerSlam, but that's just how Cena's farewell tour works. Plus, it's still a must-watch event. Punk has really brought out the best version of heel Cena, and the "pipe bomb" was excellent TV. That type of animosity will be on display again in their first match against each other since 2013. Expect this one to follow the typical script we've seen from Cena's recent matches: the challenger looks to be closing in on the win, until Cena pulls something to prevent it from happening. The champion then capitalizes and walks away with the title. However, this should be Cena's best match of 2025 so far. Winner: John Cena. Richard Morin: I don't know when, or if, Cena will drop the title before he leaves but it still feels too early. After Cena's pipe bomb reprisal, it feels as though the John Cena Retirement Tour has finally started. I see Seth Rollins teasing a cash-in here, but it ultimately costs Punk the match while Rollins continues to wait for his moment. Winner: John Cena.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sabrina Carpenter unveils new cover for Man's Best Friend: ‘Approved by God'
Sabrina Carpenter has finally responded to the controversy surrounding her next album, Man's Best Friend, and its cover in her own subtle way. The pop icon has now dropped a new cover on Instagram and said that it has been approved by 'god' himself. In the black and white poster, Sabrina can be seen in a sleeveless gown, clutching onto the arm of a man, who is looking away from the camera. In the background, we can spot a few other men, dressed in formals. Sabrina Carpenter unveiled an alternative cover for Man's Best Friend(Getty Images via AFP) The Grammy-winning singer's caption read, 'I signed some copies of Man's Best Friend for you guys & here is a new alternate cover approved by God available now on my website.' What was the controversy? A few weeks ago, Sabrina Carpenter announced Man's Best Friend. At that time, the star also revealed a cover art featuring her on her knees in a black little dress. In front of her was a man clutching her hair. The cover stirred a debate online, with many labeling it inappropriate. Sabrina Carpenter's 7th Album: Man's Best Friend Man's Best Friend marks Sabrina Carpenter's seventh studio album. She has earlier released Eyes Wide Open, Evolution, Singular: Act I, Singular: Act II, Emails I Can't Send and Short n' Sweet. Busy Tour Schedule Ahead Sabrina Carpenter will perform at London's iconic Hyde Park on July 5 and 6. Then, the star will impress her fans at Lollapalooza on August 3. In October, she will perform at both weekends of Austin City Limits (October 4 and 11). Later in the year, Sabrina will begin another part of her Short n' Sweet tour in North America. This includes three concerts each at Madison Square Garden in New York and Arena in Los Angeles. ALSO READ: Offset reveals Sabrina Carpenter as his celebrity crush: 'Great taste in her…' FAQs 1. Why was Sabrina Carpenter's Man's Best Friend album cover controversial? The original cover showed her kneeling while a man held her hair. 2. What does 'approved by God' mean in Sabrina's new album cover post? It is a tongue-in-cheek response from Sabrina, showing she stands by her creative choices. 3. How many albums has Sabrina Carpenter released so far? Man's Best Friend marks Sabrina Carpenter's seventh studio album. She has earlier released Eyes Wide Open, Evolution, Singular: Act I, Singular: Act II, Emails I Can't Send and Short n' Sweet.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
First title match confirmed for WWE Evolution 2025
Image via WWE WWE is bringing back the historic night for its female talent for the second time, i.e., WWE Evolution. The all-women's Premium Live Event is scheduled to take place on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. It will feature superstars from RAW, SmackDown, and NXT competing at this significant show, with expectations of legendary female stars also returning for one night. With the road to Evolution continuing in full force, the first match for the show has been confirmed. Which was the first match made official for WWE Evolution 2025 ? On the June 25th edition of WWE NXT, four participants competed in a Fatal 4-Way match after winning their respective Eliminator matches. Jaida Parker defeated Thea Hail, Lash Legend defeated Kelani Jordan, Izzy Dame picked up the win over Zaria, following a distraction by Tatum Paxley, and lastly, Jordynne Grace outlasted Lola Vice in her qualifier bout. The stage was set for these four women to compete in a huge four-way match with an opportunity to challenge for the NXT Women's Championship. The match took place in the main event of the show and was a highly explosive bout. All competitors attempted to establish dominance in the ring, delivering powerful moves and impressive spots. Moreover, Jordynne Grace was the prime highlight who nailed her opponents with Powerbombs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Si tienes venas varicosas, lee estos consejos Elastica Leer más Undo As the match approached its final moments, The Juggernaut delivered a Torture Rack Bomb on Lash Legend to score the pinfall and win the match. With her huge victory, Jordynne Grace has now become the No.1 contender for the NXT Women's Championship. She will face the reigning champion, Jacy Jayne, who began her title reign a few weeks ago, defeating the incomparable Stephanie Vaquer. Moreover, she has a wall of protection around her with her Fatal Influence cohorts, Jazmyn Nyx and Fallon Henley. As for Jordynne Grace, this will be her first major opportunity after officially signing with WWE. She had previously competed for the NXT Women's title, but was unsuccessful. It remains to be seen whether the former TNA star will be able to get the job done this time on one of the most important nights for women in WWE. Also read: Major WWE Night of Champions 2025 Title Match Cancelled Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Fan-Favorite WWE Superstar To Miss Several Months Of Action
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. WWE has confirmed that Liv Morgan will be out of action for an extended period. The announcement was made during the June 23rd episode of Monday Night Raw. Morgan, one-half of the WWE Women's Tag Team Champions, suffered a separated shoulder. The injury occurred just seconds into her match against Kairi Sane on the previous week's Raw. Reports indicated that Morgan would require surgery for the injury. This suggested any upcoming plans, including a rumored match at the Evolution event, would be changed. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation WWE Confirms Liv Morgan's Injury Timeline On Raw, commentator Corey Graves addressed the situation. He provided an official update on Morgan's condition. Graves confirmed that the injury was serious. He stated that Morgan is expected to miss several months of action. He explained how the injury occurred during the match with Sane. "Watch Liv's elbow; it jammed her right shoulder," Graves said. "We understand that Liv Morgan is going to miss several months of action," he concluded. Appolo crews and Titus battle in the ring during the WWE show at Zenith Arena on may 09, 2017 in Lille north France. / AFP PHOTO / PHILIPPE HUGUEN Appolo crews and Titus battle in the ring during the WWE show at Zenith Arena on may 09, 2017 in Lille north France. / AFP PHOTO / PHILIPPE HUGUEN Future Of WWE Tag Team Titles The injury has major consequences for the women's division. It has also put the future of the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship in question. A planned feud between Morgan and the returning Nikki Bella is now off. That program was expected to lead to a major match at the Evolution event in July. WWE has not yet made an official announcement regarding the tag team titles. However, reports suggest the championships will not be vacated, and a replacement partner for Raquel Rodriguez may be named. Morgan signed with WWE in 2014, developing her skills in NXT before debuting on the main roster in 2017 as part of The Riott Squad. After the group disbanded, she slowly built a passionate following as a singles competitor, leading to a massive breakout year in 2022. That year, Morgan won the Money in the Bank ladder match and cashed in the contract on the same night to defeat Ronda Rousey for her first SmackDown Women's Championship. She later found success in the tag team division, winning the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship on two occasions with Raquel Rodriguez. In 2024, she returned from injury with a more aggressive persona, capturing the Women's World Championship from Becky Lynch. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Associated Press
4 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Senti Bio to Present at the 2025 Synthetic Biology: Engineering, Evolution, & Design (SEED) Conference
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Senti Biosciences, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNTI) ('Senti Bio' or the 'Company'), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation cell and gene therapies using its proprietary Gene Circuit platform, today announced that it will present at the 2025 Synthetic Biology: Engineering, Evolution, & Design (SEED) Conference being held June 23-26, 2025 in Houston, TX. Details of the presentation are as follows: Session: Building with Biology Title: Solving the Grand Challenge of Tumor-Specific Therapies with Logic-Gated Cells Presenter: Timothy Lu, MD, PhD, Co-Founder and CEO of Senti Biosciences Date and Time: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 1:20 PM CT The SEED Conference series, established in 2014, has secured its position as the premier technical event for synthetic biologists to present their work, network, and build meaningful relationships. Since its inception, SEED has drawn leaders and rising stars in the field, fostering collaboration and innovation. Each year, it provides an essential platform for sharing the latest research, discussing groundbreaking advances, and exploring the future applications of synthetic biology. With over 5,000 synthetic biologists and associated professionals attending since its launch, SEED has become a crucial gathering for those in the fields of bioengineering, biotechnology, and bioprocessing. For more information about the 2025 SEED Conference, please visit About Senti Bio Senti Bio is a biotechnology company developing a new generation of cell and gene therapies for patients living with incurable diseases. To achieve this, Senti Bio is leveraging its synthetic biology platform to engineer Gene Circuits into new medicines with enhanced precision and control. These Gene Circuits are designed to precisely kill cancer cells, to spare healthy cells, to increase specificity to target tissues, and/or to be controllable even after administration. The Company's wholly-owned pipeline is comprised of cell therapies engineered with Gene Circuits to target challenging liquid and solid tumor indications. Senti's Gene Circuits have been shown preclinically to work in both NK and T cells. Senti Bio has also preclinically demonstrated the potential breadth of Gene Circuits in other modalities and diseases outside of oncology, and continues to advance these capabilities through partnerships. Availability of Other Information About Senti Biosciences, Inc. For more information, please visit the Senti Bio website at or follow Senti Bio on X (@SentiBio) and LinkedIn (Senti Biosciences). Investors and others should note that we communicate with our investors and the public using our company website ( ), including, but not limited to, company disclosures, investor presentations and FAQs, Securities and Exchange Commission filings, press releases, public conference call transcripts and webcast transcripts, as well as on X and LinkedIn. The information that we post on our website or on X or LinkedIn could be deemed to be material information. As a result, we encourage investors, the media and others interested to review the information that we post there on a regular basis. The contents of our website or social media shall not be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Investor Contact: JTC Team, LLC Jenene Thomas (908) 824-0775 [email protected]
