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Time of India
13-07-2025
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WWE Saturday Night's Main Event Live (July 12, 2025) Highlights and Results: Gunther beats Goldberg, LA Knight defeats Seth Rollins and More
Image via WWE Saturday Night's Main Event Live delivered a night full of electrifying action. Gunther put his World Heavyweight Championship on the line in a hard-hitting battle against Goldberg. Solo Sikoa also defended his United States Title in a heated clash with his own brother, Jimmy Uso. Meanwhile, Drew McIntyre went head-to-head with Randy Orton in a fierce showdown. After a week of intense back-and-forth confrontations, Seth Rollins and LA Knight finally settled their score in a must-see encounter at the event. Saturday Night's Main Event Live: Seth Rollins suffers from a knee injury, Gunther retains the WWE World Title and More Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre — _WSR_Wrestling_ (@_WSR_Wrestling_) Randy Orton picked up a win over Drew McIntyre in a one on one match, thanks to Jelly Roll. As the match reached its final moments, McIntyre got distracted by Jelly Roll at ringside, giving Orton the perfect opening to hit an RKO and secure the victory. After the match Logan Paul stormed the ring and floored Orton with a right hand, unleashing a series of punches. Jelly Roll quickly entered the ring, pulled Paul off Orton, and retaliated with a massive right hand of his own. However, McIntyre blindsided Jelly Roll with a brutal Claymore Kick and warned him that stepping into the ring made him a target. Adam Pearce, Nick Aldis, and several WWE officials rushed down to check on Jelly Roll and escort McIntyre to the back. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Concentrated Siberian Ginseng Extract 2oz Superior Ginseng Undo Solo Sikoa vs. Jimmy Uso – United States Title Match Solo Sikoa retained the United States Championship in a wild encounter against Jimmy Uso, with crucial help from Talla Tonga. Late in the match, Jimmy nailed an Uso Splash from the top rope, nearly getting the three-count, but Sikoa kicked out just in time. Sikoa followed up with a Spinning Solo, but Jimmy avoided a Samoan Spike and fired back with a pair of superkicks. Jimmy then launched himself off the ropes to take out Talla, Loa, and Mateo at ringside. As the referee began the ten-count, both competitors made it back to the ring. Jimmy landed a stiff kick to Talla, but Sikoa capitalized, rolling Jimmy up for the pin while Talla held him down from the outside, sealing the controversial win. LA Knight vs Seth Rollins The action kicked off with LA Knight launching a series of strikes in an attempt to take down Rollins. However, 'The Architect' quickly countered and fired back with heavy offense of his own. Rollins even hit a high-impact Frog Splash, but Knight showed resilience by kicking out. Momentum shifted when LA Knight got back on his feet and unleashed some strikes, gaining control. He followed up with his signature flying elbow drop from the top turnbuckle, but Rollins again kicked out, refusing to stay down. Rollins retaliated with a Buckle Bomb and aimed to finish the match with a Curb Stomp, but Knight dodged just in time. Rollins then connected with a Thrust Kick and launched a springboard senton, keeping the pressure on. Knight fought back with a series of right hands, then stunned Rollins with a neckbreaker and a follow-up DDT. Later in the match, Rollins attempted a springboard Moonsault but appeared to injure his knee mid-air. He took a moment to speak with Paul Heyman and the referee as medical staff checked on him. Just as Rollins got back to his feet, Knight capitalized, hitting the BFT out of nowhere and pinning him for the win. Goldberg vs. Gunther WW World Title Match Gunther defeated Goldberg to retain the WWE World Title in a dramatic showdown. Toward the end, Gunther targeted Goldberg's braced knee with a vicious kick, then tore off the brace and taunted Goldberg's son, Gage, by holding it up mockingly. An enraged Gage struck Gunther, but security quickly restrained him. Seizing the moment, Goldberg hit Gunther with a Spear followed by a Jackhammer. As the referee rushed in and Goldberg went for the pin, Gunther narrowly kicked out. Moments later, Gunther locked in a Sleeper Hold, forcing the referee to stop the match and award the victory to the Ring General. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Metro
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
WWE fans in awe as 'freakish' star finally debuts after 12-month wait
WWE fans were stunned as a new face made a massive impression at Night of Champions 2025. Former New Japan Pro Wrestling star Hikuleo – who was previously a member of Bullet Club and Guerrillas of Destiny – was reported to have signed with the company back in July 2024. It's been a year since the towering star left NJPW, and 11 months since he was said to have inked his WWE deal. Finally, he reappeared and made his debut during Saturday's Night of Champions event in Saudi Arabia just hours after a historic King of the Ring win for Cody Rhodes. He had a defining role to play in the United States Title match which saw Jacob Fatu putting his gold on the line against Solo Sikoa. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. After Tonga Loa returned from a seven month injury layoff to turn the tide in Sikoa's favour, the former Bloodline enforcer had another trick up his sleeve with Hikuleo appearing to cost Fatu the title. Taking to X after the match, WWE boss Triple H retweeted a photo of Solo celebrating with his allies and wrote: 'By any means necessary…#WWENOC' It's been a long wait, but now he's joined his for GoD teammates – and real life cousin Loa and brother Tama Tonga – on the WWE main roster. Commentators Michael Cole and Wade Barrett avoided saying Hikuleo's name, which suggests a change in moniker is on the horizon for the newcomer, who stands at 6ft 8ins. However, Preston-born Barrett immediately hyped up the big man, branding him an 'absolute freak', while fans watching on Netflix were in awe of his size. 'Huge surprise with Hikuleo helping Solo! Great twist in the title match. #WWENOC,' raved @LaurenMill62673 on X. 'HIKULEO IS HUGE MY GOD,' shouted @ChefOsco, with plenty of fans stunned by his hulking frame. 'Hikuleo is him! Dude is massive af. #WWENOC,' added @ShinTails77. He's a newcomer to WWE fans, having only recently appeared in so-called dark matches, which are off-air bouts for the live crowd. In his first on June 13, he overcame Pretty Deadly's Kit Wilson, while last week he beat Ryan Matthias before SmackDown. Before joining WWE, he made his name in New Japan, where he became Strong Openweight Tag Team Champion on two occasions with El Phantasmo, while the duo also won the IWPT Tag Team Titles. View More » He's also a former Strong Openweight Champion, having wrestled in the United States for TNA and All Elite Wrestling. King of the Ring final : Cody Rhodes pinned Randy Orton : Cody Rhodes pinned Randy Orton Street Fight : Rhea Ripley beat Raquel Rodriguez : Rhea Ripley beat Raquel Rodriguez Sami Zayn pinned Karrion Kross United States Title : Solo Sikoa defeated Jacob Fatu (c) : Solo Sikoa defeated Jacob Fatu (c) Queen of the Ring: Jade Cargill beat Asuka Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: 'It's a hell of a ride!' Your favourite shows like Squid Game MORE: Netflix WWE SmackDown live stream cuts out with millions unable to watch MORE: TV fans torn between bingeing Netflix hit series or 'anxiety-inducing' drama this weekend
Metro
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
WWE star breaks 40-year record with controversial Night of Champions win
A major WWE superstar made history at Night of Champions with a record breaking victory. The wrestling giant is in Saudi Arabia this evening and the premium live event (PLE) kicked off on Netflix with the King of the Ring final between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton. The two delivered an exceptional match to start the show, with the American Nightmare pulling out all the stops to secure the win. Despite the crowd being firmly behind his opponent, Cody earned the crown and is now only the third man – after wrestling legends Harley Race and Ken Shamrock in 1986 and 1998 respectively – to win King of the Ring and hold the NWA Worlds Championship. However, the so-called 'quarterback' of WWE has also secured a himself a spot in the record books. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. By matching the two Hall of Famers, he's also become the first person in ever to win the NWA Worlds Championship, King of the Ring and WWE Championship since the inaugural tournament in 1985. The son of the late, great Dusty Rhodes has been a fan favourite since returning to WWE at WrestleMania 38 in 2022. In recent weeks, some corners of the audience have started to turn against Cody, with crowds in London and now Saudi Arabia booing him in favour of the likes of John Cena and Randy Orton. That continued on Saturday, with the former world champion pushing Orton into an exposed turnbuckle – with his opponent has untied – to score a win. After the bell, he took the unprecedented move of acknowledging the way the audience have started to cheer the likes of Orton, Cena and Jey Uso over Cody himself. King of the Ring final : Cody Rhodes beat Randy Orton : Cody Rhodes beat Randy Orton Street Fight : Rhea Ripley pinned Raquel Rodriguez : Rhea Ripley pinned Raquel Rodriguez Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross United States Title : Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Solo Sikoa : Jacob Fatu (c) vs. Solo Sikoa Queen of the Ring final : Asuka vs. Jade Cargill : Asuka vs. Jade Cargill WWE Title: John Cena (c) vs. CM Punk 'I completely get how you feel as an audience when I got up against this beloved characters,' he said, before making a defiant statement: 'I was born to do this.' He claimed that superstars like Cena and CM Punk – who will clash over the WWE Title in tonight's main event – are only interested in their own legacy. Turning boos back to cheers, he promised: 'At SummerSlam, I get the ball back.' More Trending Elsewhere on tonight's show, Rhea Ripley and Raquel Rodriguez face off in a Street Fight, while Jacob Fatu defends the United States Title against former friend Solo Sikoa. The Queen of the Ring final will see Asuka and Jade Cargill competing for the crown, with Sami Zayn vs. Karrion Kross rounding off the card before the Cena/Punk main event. View More » Netflix is the home of WWE in the UK. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: 'It's a hell of a ride!' Your favourite shows like Squid Game MORE: TV fans torn between bingeing Netflix hit series or 'anxiety-inducing' drama this weekend MORE: WWE SmackDown has early live UK start time tonight on Netflix
Metro
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
'Hilarious' WWE legend forced to leave as brutal cuts continue
Veteran WWE star Carlito is the latest big name set to leave. The 46-year-old former United States Champion, who returned in 2023 and has appeared as comic relief in Judgment Day, revealed he's being let go this month just hours after R-Truth confirmed his own shock exit. Taking to X, Carlito wrote: 'My contract is up in 2 weeks. It will not be renewed.' In a lighthearted statement, he quipped: 'On top of that, WWE is demanding I pay back the $ they paid me for apparently 'stealing money' from the company. 'I've had my lawyers look into it and after reviewing my footage on Netflix for the past months they suggested I pay them back the money 😳' Getting more serious, he added: 'All jokes aside, gracias WWE & especially the WWE universe. Los quiero mucho! PS…I'll reappear again in another 13yrs Dios me los bendiga!' My contract is up in 2 weeks. It will not be renewed. On top of that, WWE is demanding I pay back the $ they paid me for apparently 'stealing money' from the company. I've had my lawyers look into it and after reviewing my footage on Netflix for the past months they suggested I… — carlito (@Litocolon279) June 1, 2025 'He's been used on TV lately. This guy was so hilarious and brought some humor to the Judgment Day, it sucks he's being let go,' wrote @santizapooc on X. 'They rly released R-Truth and Carlito within a few hours… two of the most hilarious, loved and dedicated wrestlers in the company (sic)' added @_monarcho. And @Rajbishnoikhara said: 'Sad to see Carlito go. He brought a unique energy and style to WWE that fans will definitely miss. Just like R-Truth, he's a legend in his own right. Wishing him all the best in whatever comes next.' Carlito made his WWE SmackDown debut in 2004 and beat John Cena for the United States Title in his first main roster match, enjoying a six-year spell before getting released in 2010. He returned to the company at Backlash Puerto Rico in 2023 before making a full-time comeback later that year. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video By 2024, he became a member of Judgment Day alongside the likes of Intercontinental Champion Dominik Mysterio, and has continued to appear as a member of the group. Before the Andre The Giant Memorial Battle Royal on the eve of WrestleMania last month, Carlito hadn't wrestled on TV since November 2024. On Saturday, he returned to his father Carlos Colon's WWC promotion, where he won the company's Puerto Rico Championship for the second time. Meanwhile, Carlito recently admitted despite not setting firm plans for retirement, he knows that day is 'coming' in the near future. He exclusively told Metro in Las Vegas before WrestleMania: 'You never know, you know what I mean? Your body sometimes let's you know. Who knows? But I know it's coming.' In the meantime, the former Intercontinental Champion is focused on enjoying his time in the ring while he still can. Reflecting on his current goals, Carlito said: 'Just having fun, man. And with what time I've got left, just giving it whatever I can.' He insisted returned to WWE 'ready to work', while he found it 'interesting' being around a much younger roster with plenty of stars from his era no longer around. 'It's a whole new thing for me. A lot of the people aren't around anymore from my day, it's all these young kids now,' he added. More Trending Carlito confirmed his upcoming WWE departure hours after R-Truth, 53, announced his own imminent exit. He wrote on X: 'Im sorry to inform you all. I just got released from WWE. View More » 'I want to thank WWE for the ride, but MOSTLY I want to thank each and EVERYONE OF YOU who was along for the ride, Thank you for all the love, support, and appreciation you have given me over the years. Thank you🙏🏾' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: The Simpsons episode that was banned 27 years after its original release MORE: Desperate Housewives star Valerie Mahaffey dies aged 71 MORE: 'Elite' wrestling star quits WWE rivals days before Money In The Bank
Metro
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
'Biggest free agent on the planet' makes shock WWE debut at Backlash
Jeff Cobb has arrived in WWE after a shock debut at Backlash in St Louis. The 43-year-old wrestler, who sensationally quit rivals New Japan Pro Wrestling last month, was heavily rumoured to be making the jump and he made his presence felt on Saturday night. Cobb appeared at the end of the United States Title match between defending champ Jacob Fatu and challengers Drew McIntyre, LA Knight and Damian Priest. Hailed by commentator Michael Cole as the 'biggest free agent on the planet', he appeared at ringside and attacked Knight, helping Fatu to a tainted victory and seemingly aligning himself with Solo Sikoa. In a statement on their official website days before WrestleMania, NJPW – who have a working agreement with WWE rivals All Elite Wrestling – confirmed Cobb's exit. 'New Japan Pro-Wrestling has come to terms with the departure of Jeff Cobb at his request,' the promotion said at the time. They added: 'New Japan Pro-Wrestling profoundly apologises for the sudden nature of this news and joins fans in wishing Cobb the best in all his future endeavours.' More Trending Cobb was stripped of his IWGP Tag Team Championship, which he held with Callum Newman, and he had his farewell in Korakuen Hall on April 19. He later teased 'retirement' in a series of X post trying to throw fans off the scent. '16 years is a long time to work, Happy Retirement to me…. I'll let the waves take me to my next destination,' he wrote alongside a beach photo. '🎶 Can I wade in your water, until I catch your wave 🎶' View More » And hours before Backlash, he tweeted: 'Just finished a sweet workout and I can't believe after so many years of going to LA, this was my first time going here! If you are in the area I suggest checking it out! Gym, free tanning and when you're done, a beach to jump into!' This is a breaking news story, more to follow soon… Check back shortly for further updates. If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. For more stories like this, check our entertainment page. Follow Entertainment on Twitter and Facebook for the latest celeb and entertainment updates. You can now also get articles sent straight to your device. Sign up for our daily push alerts here. MORE: This controversial TV episode 'almost killed the world's biggest show' 15 years ago MORE: 'Disastrous' Suits LA spin-off is cancelled after just one season MORE: Viewers in tears after watching 'the best episode of comedy TV ever'
