Ben Jordan Kerin

1 week ago | wrestlingnewssource.com | Ben Jordan Kerin

Former WWE star Jakara Jackson is officially set to return to the ring for her first post-WWE appearance. Jackson, now competing under the name Mara Sadè, will challenge Masha Slamovich for the Jersey Championship Wrestling World Championship at the promotion’s upcoming show in Asbury Park, New Jersey, on July 6, assuming Slamovich retains the title until then. This match announcement follows Jackson’s release from WWE on May 2.

1 week ago | wrestlingnewssource.com | Ben Jordan Kerin

WWE SmackDown saw a modest viewership boost this past Friday, but it remains one of the least-watched episodes of the year so far. The May 24 episode averaged 1.383 million viewers on USA Network, reflecting a 7.2 percent increase from the prior week. However, it still ranks as the third-lowest audience the show has drawn in 2025. In the 18-49 demographic, SmackDown scored a 0.33 rating, marking an 8.3 percent drop from the previous week and its lowest number in the demo since November 15, 2024.

1 week ago | wrestlingnewssource.com | Ben Jordan Kerin

Following a hard-hitting and chaotic Double or Nothing pay-per-view event on May 25, 2025, AEW is reportedly managing a wave of injury concerns across its roster. The fallout from Sunday’s show has left several wrestlers in need of medical clearance before they can return to action, according to a new report. Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful revealed that the list of performers deemed "questionable" is currently “as long as it’s been in a while,” with multiple top names requiring evaluation.

1 week ago | wrestlingnewssource.com | Ben Jordan Kerin

A high-profile lawsuit filed by former WWE employee Janel Grant continues to develop, following fresh legal movement this week. The case, originally reported by The Wall Street Journal in January 2024, accuses Vince McMahon and WWE of sex trafficking, with former executive John Laurinaitis also initially named as a defendant. However, in a recent update, Laurinaitis has now been officially removed from the case.

1 week ago | wrestlingnewssource.com | Ben Jordan Kerin

Earl Hebner is once again stepping into the spotlight, not for a controversial match call, but to speak out on an issue he feels has gone overlooked for far too long: WWE’s failure to induct referees into its Hall of Fame. During a candid appearance on Muscle Memory with MuscleManMalcolm, the legendary referee made it clear that it is time for WWE to start recognizing the vital role officials have played in the business. “We belong in the WWE Hall of Fame.