James Hetfield

United States

Journalist at PWMania.com

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Details Announced for Sabu’s Funeral Services

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WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam (RVD) discussed the funeral services for the late Sabu on an episode of his podcast. Sabu, who was a legendary figure in wrestling, sadly passed away last month. The services will be open to friends, family, and fans, taking place on Saturday, June 21st, in Lansing, MI. More details will be announced soon. Additionally, there is another service planned in Las Vegas, where Sabu had been living.
New Match Announced For AAA TripleMania Regia

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A third match has been announced for this month’s AAA TripleMania Regia. AAA Reina de Reinas Champion Flammer will defend her title in a three-way match against Lady Shani and Dalys. Other previously announced matches include a six-man tag team match featuring Octagon Jr., LA Parka, and Laredo Kid taking on Abismo Negro, Taurus, and a surprise partner.
Updated Lineup For WWE Money In The Bank 2025

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Following the WWE Money in the Bank go-home episode of RAW, the company announced an updated lineup for the upcoming Money in the Bank 2025 Premium Live Event. The Women’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match will feature Alexa Bliss, Roxanne Perez, Rhea Ripley, Giulia, Naomi, and Stephanie Vaquer. In the Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match, confirmed competitors include Solo Sikoa, LA Knight, Penta, Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Andrade, and El Grande Americano.
Chelsea Green Opens Up About Breaking Her Nose, Cheekbones, & Collarbone

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WWE star Chelsea Green appeared on the podcast Limpin Ain’t Easy, where she discussed various topics, including the injuries she has endured throughout her wrestling career. Green said, “I have broken my nose and cheekbones in training…It sounds worse than it is. I broke my collarbone on live TV in India… I ended up getting surgery in India…You can barely tell, even with the scar on me, that I’d broken my collarbone. So I have already dealt with those kinds of ups and downs in wrestling.
Chris Masters Says He’s “Always Open” To WWE Or AEW Opportunity

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Pro wrestling veteran Chris Masters appeared on the Italian Wrestling Channel to discuss various topics, including the possibility of signing with a major promotion such as WWE or AEW. Masters said, “Yeah, I mean I’m always open to that. It’s just — it’s not really up to me. I guess I could make a phone call, but I just kind of figured that if they were interested in having me for anything, they might reach out. WWE knows how to reach me.
Hector Melendez Confirmed For AAA x WWE Worlds Collide

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Hector Melendez, who previously worked on AAA’s creative team, has confirmed that he will be part of this Saturday’s AAA x WWE Worlds Collide event. He will be working backstage with AAA for the event, as he stated in an interview with Contralona, according to PWInsider.com. Melendez said, “I’ve maintained communication with everyone working there (AAA) and we have lived a lot of professional and personal experiences.
Roxanne Perez On Cora Jade’s WWE Exit: “It’s Hard To Do This Without Her”

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WWE star Roxanne Perez spoke with The New York Post about various topics, including the release of Cora Jade from the company. Perez said, “I absolutely love Cora so much. And, yeah, we definitely talked about making it to the WWE together before we even made it, and being able to share all of those moments that we were able to share together from her last (NXT) match, being to tag with me was really cool.
WWE Hall Of Famer Believes Now Is The Time For AEW To Strike Again

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WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray, also known as Bubba Ray Dudley, recently appeared on Busted Open Radio to discuss a range of topics. He expressed his belief that AEW has been experiencing an upswing in recent weeks, stating that now is the perfect time for the company to gain more popularity and make a significant impact. Ray said, “Last week, or the week before, I said to LaGreca ‘Now is the time for AEW.’ There is a little bit of a lull going across the wrestling business.
Thunder Rosa Challenges Britt Baker To Hair vs. Hair Match

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AEW star Thunder Rosa challenged her rival Britt Baker to a hair vs. hair match on her vlog. Rosa said, “I threw a challenge, just a little challenge, hair vs. hair against my nemesis Britt Baker. The reason why I’m doing it is, one, I know there is money on the table. Two, she’s bonded by blood with me. She cannot get rid of my name, no matter what happens [laughs]. Ever. That gives me a lot of pleasure.”The last time the two had a match together was back in 2022.
Former ROH Champion Announces Return To In-Ring Competition

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Former ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Champion T.K. O’Ryan is set to make his return to in-ring competition after more than five years away from the sport. Pro Wrestling Supershow has announced that O’Ryan will compete at their Wrestle Roulette event on Friday, June 6th, in Brockton, Massachusetts. O’Ryan, who hails from Bourne, Massachusetts, last competed in December 2019 for a Canadian independent promotion.