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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What is the real reason behind WWE SmackDown's Netflix blackout in Saudi Arabia?
As WWE hosted the June 27 edition of SmackDown in Saudi Arabia, the show was a hit, however, it went through some abrupt technical issues related to blackout for the viewers who were watching the show on Netflix. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Reports suggest that WWE's latest international broadcast didn't just glitch, but the entire production lost power. However, the real explanation behind the Netflix "blackout" during June 27th's WWE SmackDown in Riyadh has nothing to do with Netflix at all, but everything to do with the venue, and rather it was an issue of power outage at the Riyadh Kingdom's arena stadium. Let's now find out the real reason behind the blackout episode. The real reason explained about WWE SmackDown's Netflix blackout in Saudi Arabia The June 27th edition of , airing live from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, was supposed to be another global moment for WWE's Netflix deal. Instead, fans watching internationally were hit with a brutal 30-minute outage, and now the real reason is out. According to the issue had nothing to do with Netflix. The entire venue lost power, bringing WWE's production to a standstill. They have also issued a statement related to it, which reads, ' can confirm that there was a power loss in Riyadh that affected WWE's entire production, including the control room and the gorilla position.' Further, PWInsider stated, 'WWE lost all power, and with that went any ability to control the different facets of the show. They are working to get everything back online, but again, it was not a Netflix issue, it was an issue originating at the actual venue.' Even Fightful Select also provided an update on what went on in the arena while the malfunction continued for the fans. It was clarified that a power disruption in Riyadh affected WWE's entire production, including the control room and the gorilla position, and it was not an issue from Netflix's side. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Several reports suggest that despite the 'blackout' episode during the promotions, stars continued to keep the audience entertained. Stars like and later Cody Rhodes kept the live audience engaged. It was noted that Orton mingled with fans while his entrance music played, and about 25 minutes in, Rhodes joined to entertain the crowd until the screens returned. Also Read : Once the power was restored, production resumed, and commentators Michael Cole and Wade Barrett wasted no time apologizing to international Netflix viewers. As the feed resumed, fans witnessed a thrilling match between Guilia and Zelina Vega in the Women's United States Championship segment.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Report: Chad Gable Injury Update
It looks like the injury keeping Chad Gable sidelined is more serious than some thought. Earlier this week, Cory Hays reported that Chad Gable is currently dealing with 'an undisclosed injury.' It was also noted that this is likely why Penta attacked Gable on Monday's episode of WWE RAW. On RAW, Gable was backstage with Ivy Nile when Penta approached. Gable concluded their 'lesson' and went to mock Penta, who just had a match with Bron Breakker. Gable teased finishing the job Breakker started, but Penta took exception to Gable repeatedly poking him in the chest. Penta superkicked Gable and screamed, 'I told you, Cero Miedo' before snapping Gable's left arm back. It was noted that Penta's attack allowed Gable to be written off of television, 'or reduce his workload temporarily while he recovers.' The exact nature of the injury was unknown, but it was significant enough to require WWE to change plans. Now, is reporting that Gable is set to have surgery for the undisclosed injury. Gable will have surgery in 'early July' to repair it. It's unclear when Gable will return to WWE TV. Fightful (via Fightful Select) also learned of a similar injury, as it appears El Grande Americano suffered a similar injury to Gable. However, it's a 'total coincidence' that two completely different people got the same injury in the same way. ? Chad Gable's last match in WWE (as Chad Gable) was a loss to AJ Styles on the June 9 episode of WWE RAW. 'El Grande Americano' had his last match on June 18, a Speed Championship match win over Berto. Check out everything that went down on this week's episode of WWE RAW here. Read More: The post Report: Chad Gable Injury Update appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Here's How R-Truth's WWE Return Came Together; Was His Release A Work?
R-Truth is back in WWE, but how did it happen? Truth was released by WWE last week, as he announced the news himself on June 1. His release was reportedly a financial move, but it was also a very unpopular decision. Fans and peers were vocal about being upset over the news, feeling like Truth was someone who WWE should have kept on. Advertisement It appears that WWE listened, as Truth made a shocking return at Money In The Bank on Saturday night. The main event match saw a masked man run in and attack John Cena. That man removed his mask, revealing Truth as the culprit to everyone in the arena. How did R-Truth's WWE return happen? initially reported that Truth's new deal came together within the past 72 hours. According to a new report from Fightful (via Fightful Select), Nick Khan was the one who took over negotiations with Truth. It was noted that Truth was initially approached about a return, but he 'didn't seem to entertain the calls.' Things took a positive turn when Khan got involved. It's rare that Khan gets involved in negotiations, but this situation was 'important to the company and locker room.' According to one higher-up in WWE, R-Truth's return is seen as a positive sign that the company is actually listening to fan feedback. Truth's return was very well received by the roster. Advertisement In case you're wondering if this was a worked storyline, it was not. Truth's release was legitimate, and the company changed course and brought him back under a new deal. Fightful notes that when talent directly asked Truth and WWE executives if it was legit, they also said his release was not a work. Truth's own family has indicated that the new deal was put together late in the week. R-Truth is back with WWE, but it's still unclear how long the deal is. Read More: WWE Money in the Bank Results: Review, Grades, Card For June 7 The post Here's How R-Truth's WWE Return Came Together; Was His Release A Work? appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Perth Now
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Wrestling world mourns death of WWE legend
Trailblazing hardcore wrestler Sabu, who shot to fame in the 1990s, has died at 60. A cause of death has not been disclosed, according to Sabu, real name Terry Bunk, was a pioneer of hardcore wrestling, leaping from chairs and driving opponents through tables and barbed wire. The stuntsman was the nephew of WWE Hall of Famer, The Sheik, and became a star as part of Extreme Championship Wrestling. Sabu was one of the prominent faces of the wrestling scene during its meteoric rise in the '90s. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. He signed with WWE in 2006 and competed in marquee contests with the likes of Rey Mysterio and John Cena. In a touching tribute to the wrestler, WWE said it was 'saddened' by his death and reflected on his decorated career. 'Many of ECW's greatest matches featured Sabu doing battle with the likes of WWE Hall of Famers Rob Van Dam and Mick Foley, as well as The Sandman and his greatest rival, Tazz,' it said. 'One of his greatest accomplishments came when he and fellow ECW Originals, The Sandman, Tommy Dreamer and Van Dam were victorious at WrestleMania 23 in Sabu's native Detroit in front of over 80,000 fans.'
Newsweek
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Former WWE Champion May Be Returning At Backlash: 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. Anticipation is building for WWE's Backlash premium live event, with speculation that a significant surprise could be in store for fans in St. Louis. The WWE fans have been without a recent sighting of a top-tier talent, and this Saturday might mark his impactful reappearance. The main event is expected to be John Cena defending his Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton. The WWE Intercontinental Championship will be on the line as Dominik Mysterio faces Penta. Lyra Valkyria is set to defend her WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship against Becky Lynch. In a non-title special attraction, GUNTHER will go one-on-one with Pat McAfee. The WWE United States Championship will be contested in a fatal four-way match as champion Jacob Fatu defends against Drew McIntyre, LA Knight, and Damian Priest. The superstar at the center of these return rumors is none other than "The American Nightmare," Cody Rhodes. His absence from WWE programming has been noticeable since his last major encounter in April. Regarding the possibility of Rhodes making an unexpected appearance, a source shared insights with It would make sense for Rhodes to show up as a surprise, and a source stated there has been a least one pitch for Rhodes to return at Backlash. However, they haven't heard 100% that's the direction. PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 06: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson reacts during a tag team fight with Roman Reigns against Cody Rhodes and Seth "Freakin" Rollins during Night One of WrestleMania 40 at Lincoln Financial Field... PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 06: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson reacts during a tag team fight with Roman Reigns against Cody Rhodes and Seth "Freakin" Rollins during Night One of WrestleMania 40 at Lincoln Financial Field on April 06, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. More Rhodes' most recent match saw him defend his Undisputed WWE Championship against Cena. This marquee bout took place on Night 2 of WrestleMania 41, on April 20, 2025, where Cena went over to win the title. Beyond the championship clash, intriguing rumors suggest a star-studded tag team encounter could be on the horizon as Cena might align with Travis Scott for a future match, considering their on-screen alliance. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Their potential opponents are speculated to be another music powerhouse with proven WWE experience, Bad Bunny, who could find a partner in the returning Cody Rhodes. Such a pairing would undoubtedly create a monumental attraction, blending the worlds of sports entertainment and mainstream music. There is a backstory as Scott's controversial involvement at WrestleMania 41 saw him play a role in Cena's championship win over Rhodes. Adding further credibility to Scott's potential in-ring future, reports suggest he is currently training with WWE Hall of Famer Booker T. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
