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Newsweek
a day ago
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- Newsweek
Former WWE Champion Teases In-Ring Return Ahead of Evolution 2
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. Former WWE superstar Beth Phoenix has teased a potential return to the ring. The tease comes just weeks before the Evolution 2 Premium Live Event. Phoenix, a WWE Hall of Famer, parted ways with the company last year after her contract expired. She has not competed in a match since early 2023. Phoenix Teases In-Ring Return On her Instagram account, Phoenix recently uploaded photos of herself inside a wrestling ring. The post, which shows her training, has fueled speculation about a comeback. The timing of the post is notable. The all-women's Evolution 2 event is set to take place on July 13, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. Her post received reactions from current WWE superstars, including her former tag team partner Natalya, as well as Ivy Nile. This has led many fans to believe she could be preparing for the event. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: A general stadium view during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: A general stadium view during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. A Potential Return At Evolution 2 Beth Phoenix last competed at the 2023 Elimination Chamber pay-per-view. She teamed with her husband, Adam Copeland, to defeat Finn Balor and Rhea Ripley. It is not known if Phoenix is in discussions with WWE for a return. However, her social media activity has opened the door for speculation. Fans have expressed their excitement online about the possibility of seeing "The Glamazon" compete at the historic event. Phoenix was a powerhouse in WWE's women's division, blending strength with technical wrestling ability. A four-time champion overall, she held the WWE Women's Championship three times and the Divas Championship once, cementing her status as a dominant force of her era. In 2010, she made history as only the second woman to compete in the men's Royal Rumble match, where she famously eliminated The Great Khali. After retiring from full-time competition, Phoenix was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2017. She later transitioned into a successful role as a color commentator for NXT and has made several in-ring returns for high-profile matches, proving her legacy as an all-time great across multiple eras of WWE. Some fans have thought that Beth may join her husband, Adam Copeland, in AEW, but that has yet to happen. There have also been no reports that she would be interested in doing that as well. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
2 days ago
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- Newsweek
WWE Hall Of Famer Is Returning To The Ring: Report
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. Trish Stratus has not competed since the Elimination Chamber event. A new report indicates her return is planned for the upcoming Evolution 2 Premium Live Event. According to WrestleVotes Radio, WWE had planned to announce the Hall of Famer's return on the June 13th episode of SmackDown. That segment, however, was pulled from the show. Trish Stratus Expected To Return At WWE Evolution 2 The report states that despite the scrapped announcement, Stratus is still expected to be part of the all-women's event. Her return is said to be "still on the books." "The announcement of Trish Stratus' return and accompanying graphics were set to air prior to John Cena's 2nd promo of the night on the 6/13 episode of SmackDown," the report said. "While that was scrapped, the return is still on the books with Stratus set to be part of WWE Evolution." The Evolution 2 event will take place on July 13, 2025. It will be held at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. Star Power For A Big WWE Event Stratus recently appeared at the Fanatics Fest, signaling her continued involvement with WWE. Her presence at Evolution 2 would add significant star power to the show. LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: A WWE logo is shown on a screen before a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It was announced that WWE... LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 11: A WWE logo is shown on a screen before a WWE news conference at T-Mobile Arena on October 11, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. It was announced that WWE wrestler Braun Strowman will face heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury and WWE champion Brock Lesnar will take on former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez at the WWE's Crown Jewel event at Fahd International Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 31. More It is not yet known what her role at the event will be. Reports have suggested the show will feature a larger card than usual, with seven to eight matches and a battle royal. It remains to be seen how WWE will feature Stratus upon her return. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Stratus is one of the most decorated and influential women in WWE history. Beginning her career in 2000 as a manager, she rapidly evolved into a premier in-ring competitor, becoming the cornerstone of the women's division during the Ruthless Aggression era. Stratus holds the record for the most WWE Women's Championship reigns with seven. Her legendary, years-long rivalry with Lita is considered one of the greatest ever, and included their historic main event match on Monday Night Raw. She initially retired in 2006, winning the championship in her final match against Lita in a storybook ending. A 2013 WWE Hall of Fame inductee, Stratus has since returned for high-profile matches, including a recent feud with Becky Lynch. Her journey from manager to main event star helped redefine women's wrestling and has inspired generations of performers. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
India Today
3 days ago
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- India Today
5 Top WWE Superstars out with long-term injuries
5 Top WWE Superstars out with long-term injuries By Alan J John On the June 16 edition of RAW, Liv Morgan suffered a major injury. Credit: WWE Liv Morgan suffers major blow According to reports, Liv Morgan is expected to be out for close to 6 months after her shoulder injury. Liv out for a long time Here's a look at the 5 WWE superstars who are out of action due to long-term injuries. 5 top WWE Superstars out with injuries Morgan is expected to SummerSlam and Evolution 2 due to the new injury. Liv Morgan Kevin Owens underwent neck surgery ahead of WrestleMania this year and is out for the foreseeable future. Kevin Owens Rey Mysterio is set to have surgery for a torn adductor and will be out for some time. Rey Mysterio Tama Tonga has been out of action since April and no return date has been set for him. Tama Tonga Stark suffered a knee injury during an episode of RAW in May and will be out for the foreseeable future. Zoey Stark
Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
WWE dealing with multiple injuries as SummerSlam 2025 comes knocking: Liv Morgan, Rey Mysterio, Chad Gable, and more
Dominik Mysterio, Liv Morgan, and Chad Gable (Image via Getty Images) WWE is soaring in the wrestling skies as fans look forward to every event with eager eyes. The 2025 SummerSlam is also coming nearer as performers get geared up for two more nights of excitement and thrill. But amid all the preparation, one thing that has been unsettling many fans and keeping the head honchos of WWE returning to the planning board is the fact that multiple stars are currently facing some heavy injuries. Injuries to Liv Morgan and other wrestling stars are becoming a big developmental issue for WWE Liv Morgan is one of the top-performing stars in the WWE, which is why, when she got injured, it came at a price. Morgan was set to have a prominent role in the upcoming all-women wrestling event - Evolution 2, where she was set to face returning diva - Nikki Bella . Now, with her missing in action, WWE is scratching its head on how to plan its next move. Unfortunately, she is not the only one who is currently injured. Rey Mysterio, who was set to face El Grande Americano at WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas, sustained a torn groin injury on the night before the main event during SmackDown and had to withdraw from the match. And recently, earlier this month at the WWE Money in the Bank event, even the opponent he was set to face at the Show of Shows, has sustained an injury. El Grande Americano is currently injured and could be missing from action in future events. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Most Beautiful Women Ever Today's NYC Undo Chad Gable, too, has been recently injured, and the recent backstage bout at RAW between him and Penta was done to write him off the storyline for a little while to work with the legitimate but undisclosed injury he suffered. Many also believe that Gable and El Grande are the same people, and this similar injury timeline is only going to add more spice to the mix. Otis is yet another star who is currently out of the ring, but the reason behind it is undisclosed as of now. Another star, who is currently missing out on ring action is Liv Morgan's on-screen boyfriend, Dominik Mysterio. Adam Pearce revealed on the latest RAW episode that he is not cleared to perform and will be missing out on his match against AJ Styles, who he was set to face at Night of Champions . With so many stars out injured, WWE is trying to think outside the box to keep the attention of the viewers all while churning out extraordinary storylines and performances. Also Read: History in the Making: Legendary star can set new WWE SummerSlam milestone Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
21-06-2025
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- Time of India
Deadman behind the desk? The Undertaker teases a bold move to WWE creative team
The Undertaker (Image via Getty Images) The Undertaker could be taking on a whole new role in WWE , but not inside the ring. After being spotted backstage and sparking rumors, the WWE legend has finally responded to talk about him possibly joining the company's creative team. His answer was not a simple yes or no, but it definitely left fans excited. With Triple H and Shawn Michaels already handling major creative responsibilities, the thought of adding The Deadman to that mix is so exciting. Undertaker's recent comments suggest that the door is wide open. And now, fans are starting to believe something big could actually happen soon. Is The Undertaker ready to join WWE creative? In a conversation with Andrew Ravens for WrestleSTAR, The Undertaker has confirmed that he has thought about joining WWE's creative team. However, it is not something he would take lightly, and he made sure to explain the challenges involved in taking up that kind of position in today's WWE. 'Yeah, I've always kind of had an interest, it's just a matter of making it work with my schedule and the other things that I have going on, because the ask for something like that is really big." He explained that a creative role would require full focus and time. The process involves more than just showing up, it means actively being part of story planning, talent discussions, and the demanding week-to-week grind. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Perdagangkan CFD Emas dengan Broker Tepercaya IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The Undertaker & Michelle McCool: WWE Creative Rumors, Evolution 2 Appearance 'I would have to be 100% committed to be part of that, you have to be involved in all of these creative meetings and all of this other stuff." Though he lives in Texas and travels less than before, he didn't completely shut down the idea. Fans might not see him every week, but the possibility of him working remotely or behind the scenes still holds promise. 'If we can figure out a way to make that happen, with me obviously being in Texas, I would definitely entertain it." He also expressed his passion for helping WWE improve and supporting new talent. 'I'll always, if there's something that I could do to make our product better, help talent, then I'm on board for that.' A big step that needs full dedication The Undertaker knows he can not just 'try out' a creative role. He said that taking on such a responsibility means giving it his all. WWE, after all, is a non-stop machine with no off-season and constant demands. Undertaker Joining WWE Creative? He understands that creative involvement is not something you can do halfway. If WWE can adjust around his commitments, there's a real chance that fans might see a dream creative team come together. With Triple H and Shawn Michaels already holding key roles, adding The Undertaker could reunite the legendary 'End of an Era' crew from WrestleMania XXVIII in a whole new way. Also Read: The morning after WWE WrestleMania 41 took a serious turn for The Undertaker Follow all the live updates, scores, and highlights from the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
