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WWE SmackDown moving back to USA Network earlier than expected

May 9, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

WWE SmackDown is moving back to USA Network a few weeks earlier than initially anticipated. It was originally announced that SmackDown's new deal with USA Network would go into effect this October. But USA revealed today that SmackDown will be back on the channel starting on September 13. The date means SmackDown is staying on Fridays on USA. SmackDown is returning to USA for the first time since departing for Fox in 2019.
Jim Ross doesn't think he and Jerry Lawler have called their last match together

May 9, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

Jim Ross believes that he and Jerry "The King" Lawler will call at least one more match together. It was confirmed earlier this week that WWE chose not to renew Lawler's broadcasting contract when it expired this January. Lawler is still under a legends deal with WWE but believes that his commentary career with the company has "probably ended."During Thursday's episode of his Grilling JR podcast, Ross expressed that he felt bad about Lawler's WWE contract not being renewed.
TKO says WWE's Nick Khan has maintained 'very strong' partnership with Saudi Arabia

May 9, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

Though Vince McMahon is no longer involved, WWE's business relationship with Saudi Arabia remains strong. As part of a deal with the Saudi government, WWE has held PPVs/PLEs in the country since 2018. The long-term deal calls for WWE to hold two events in Saudi Arabia per year, receiving an estimated $50 million for each show. The next of those events will be King & Queen of the Ring on May 25.
Daily Update: Randy Orton, new AEW Dynamite match, TNA lineup

May 8, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

Latest News TKO earnings report & call notes: WWE revenue up, new Raw development WWE announces deal to keep Raw on USA Network through end of 2024 Ric Flair says he 'was wrong for getting mad' during restaurant incident Taz to miss tonight's AEW Dynamite due to ongoing knee issues Gable Steveson issues statement on WWE release, thanks fans who supported him Ronda Rousey 'really wanted' WWE singles match against Becky Lynch WWE Raw ratings down for Backlash fallout episode Latest Audio Figure...
Ronda Rousey 'really wanted' WWE singles match against Becky Lynch

May 8, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

Ronda Rousey "really wanted" a singles match against Becky Lynch in WWE. Though they famously were in-ring rivals, Rousey and Lynch only ever faced each other once. That came in the main event of WrestleMania 35 when Lynch defeated Rousey and Charlotte Flair in a triple threat match. They never faced each other one-on-one during either of Rousey's stints with WWE. In a video for LiveSigning to promote her book "Our Fight," Rousey was asked about her dream opponents in UFC and WWE.
Randy Orton: WWE France crowds were 'mind-blowing'

May 8, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

Randy Orton was impressed by the passion of WWE's fans in Lyon, France. WWE was in Lyon for both SmackDown and Backlash last week. For both shows, WWE had red-hot crowds that made for a memorable atmosphere. This was the first time France has ever hosted a WWE PPV/PLE. While speaking with Adam's Apple, Orton said he hopes WWE does more premium live events in the country. WWE also had house shows in Italy, Austria, and France surrounding Backlash.
Ring announcer Alicia Taylor called up to WWE SmackDown

May 8, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

SmackDown is getting another new addition from NXT following the WWE Draft. After Tuesday night's NXT ended, Shawn Michaels posted a video confirming that ring announcer Alicia Taylor is being called up to SmackDown. Michaels made the announcement in front of the NXT locker room and presented Taylor with an NXT championship belt. Michaels called Taylor unbelievably talented and said she's an "incredible, incredible, wonderful, genuine" human being.
Boa confirms WWE departure, grateful for time with company

May 7, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

Boa is ready to embrace his next chapter after nearly eight years with WWE. It was revealed last week that Boa was departing WWE in a round of NXT roster cuts. He joined the company in 2016 as one of seven Chinese recruits who were signed to developmental contracts after a tryout in Shanghai. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Boa said his time with WWE will officially come to an end on June 1.
Kenny Omega to make 'important announcement' on AEW Dynamite

May 7, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

After being laid out by The Elite, Kenny Omega has an announcement to make. AEW is hyping that Omega will be making an "important announcement" on Dynamite this Wednesday. The episode is being held at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Omega returned to AEW programming on last week's Dynamite from his hometown of Winnipeg. It was his first appearance since being forced out of action in December 2023 due to diverticulitis. Omega still needs to undergo surgery for the issue.
Kofi Kingston 'really happy' for Swerve Strickland's success in AEW

May 7, 2024 | f4wonline.com | Joseph Joseph |Joseph Currier

Kofi Kingston is "really happy" to see Swerve Strickland thriving in AEW. At AEW Dynasty last month, Strickland made history by becoming the first Black men's World Champion in the five-year existence of the promotion. He won the title by defeating Samoa Joe in the main event of the pay-per-view.