Saturday, January 11, 2025

Tegan Nox & Natalya Earn Tag Team Title Shot; Lynch Defeats Xia Li

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Tegan Nox & Natalya Earn Tag Team Title Shot; Lynch Defeats Xia Li

On the Nov. 20 episode of Raw, there was a lot to enjoy for women’s wrestling fans.

First, we had a match that had Nia Jax taking on Raquel Rodriguez. Two of the most dominating women on the red brand had a solid match which had the crowd’s attention. Jax controlled the first half of the match and focused on earing down her challenger. Rodriquez would eventually get control of the match and spent several times trying to lift up Jax but her back wasn’t strong enough (?) *gasp*

The final moments of the match had Jax going up top to land the anialator but Rodriguez attempted to powerbomb her but Jax held onto the ropes. Rodriguez’s back gave out once again which allowed Jax to hit her finisher and get the win. You can see what both women had to say post match in the clips below.

Next we had Xia Li taking on Becky Lynch. Lynch continues to help other women on the roster as she gave Li arguably her best match of her WWE career. NXT Women’s Champion Lyra Valkyria was seated in the front row as she will be defending the gold against Li this week on NXT.

Highlights of the match include Li having countered out of a lot that Lynch’s offense that was thrown at her. This includes an arm bar, avoiding the disarmher, and even the manhandle slam. The end of the match had the two women slugging it out before Li went for her roundhouse kick to put Lynch down. Lynch ducked out of the way of the kick and landed the ManHandle Slam to pick up the victory.

Post match, Lynch was celebrating her win when Damage CTRL came down from the crowd. As they reached the barricade, Charlotte Flair, Shotzi, and Bianca Belair came from behind for the attack. The women, including Becky, started to brawl around ringside as security attempted to pull them apart. The crowd continued to chant, “let them fight.”

Next we have the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Chelsea Green and Piper Niven backstage arguing with Adam Pearce. They mention they want their own dressing room because champions should not have to get ready with everyone else. Four teams emerge wanting a shot at the titles and as a result, Pearce books a number one contender match. The teams in the match included Tegan Nox/Natalya, Kayden Carter/Katana Chance, Indi Hartwell/Candice LeRae, and Ivy Nile/Maxxine Dupri.

The match, just as the previous two of the night, was given plenty of time. The final moments had Nox get the pin on Dupri after an impressive showing from Dupri.

Nox and Natalya will challenge Green and Niven for the gold next Monday.

Lastly, ahead of their match at Survivor Series, the Women’s World Champion Rhea Ripley and Zoey Stark have some final words. Stark and Shayna Baszler were hanging out in the Judgment Day clubhouse much to the dislike of Ripley. Baszler didn’t have much to say and left but Stark continues to say that Ripley is overlooking her. She also complimented her on the clubhouse and paid particular notice of the title belt.

Raw Discussion Post: 11.20.23

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Raw Discussion Post: 11.20.23

Here’s what you can expect from tonight’s Raw

Becky Lynch vs. Xia Li

Nia Jax vs. Raquel Rodriguez

Final build for Survivor Series for Rhea Ripley and Zoey Stark

Possible Tag Team segments with the champs Chelsea/Piper, Kayden/Katana, Tegan/Nattie

Damage CTRL possibly present

More on the preview can be read here.

Kayden Carter & Katana Chance Coming For The Tag Team Titles

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Kayden Carter & Katana Chance Coming For The Tag Team Titles

Just ahead of the Nov. 20 episode of Raw, WWE’s social media posts a video promo for the dynamic team of Kayden Carter & Katana Chance.

Carter and Chance are former NXT Women’s Tag Team Champions and now have their eyes set on the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles. In the video the team states their goals and that it’s only a matter of time. Also, as fans, if we think we have seen all that Kayden and Katana can do, then we haven’t seen anything yet.

The duo were called up to Raw in April from their three years in NXT where they have been a team since 2020.

Hopefully this is a sign of things to come for the team to be regularly utilized on Monday Night Raw.

NXT’s Nikkita Lyons Says She “Will Be Back Soon”

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NXT’s Nikkita Lyons Says She “Will Be Back Soon”

Nikkita Lyons has responded to a fan on social media about a timeline for her return. Although she doesn’t give a specific date, she does say that she “will be back soon.”

Lyons has been out of action for almost a year due to an ACL injury. Her last match aired in January against Jakara Jackson on NXT Level Up. and she was written off in a parking lot attack from a mystery attacker. This turned out to be Blair Davenport after she attacked several others.

Tam Nakano Injured, Relinquishes World of Stardom Title

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Tam Nakano Injured, Relinquishes World of Stardom Title

The top championship in STARDOM is now vacated as Tam Nakano is unable to compete due to injury. Nakano held the belt for 211 days.

With the championship now vacant, Suzu Suzuki who won the 5??STAR GP 2023, thus earning herself a championship opportunity, has been awarded to wrestle for the title on Dec. 29. That last event of the year will be the Stardom Dream Queendom event. However, Hazuki has not challenged Suzuki for the contract at the upcoming event on Nov. 28.

The Goddess of Stardom Championship also had to be vacated as one-half of the champions Natsupoi is also injured. She held the titles for 99 days with her REStart partner Saori Anou.

To crown new champions, on Dec. 2 and Stardom Nagoya Big Winter, there will be a match to decide the new champions. Tag League 2023 winners Maika and Megan Bayne will be facing a team that has yet to be announced. Since winning the Tag Team League, Maika and Bayne feel they should already be considered champions.

In more positive news, Utami Hayashishita and Saya Kamitani will be returning from injury on Mov. 28.

Raw Preview, Nov. 20: Lynch vs. Li, Rodriguez vs. Jax

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Raw Preview, Nov. 20: Lynch vs. Li, Rodriguez vs. Jax

Two women’s matches are confirmed for the Nov. 20 go-home Raw episode for Survivor Series. At that upcoming event, Rhea Ripley will be defending the Women’s World Title against Zoey Stark.

Last week, Stark went face-to-face with Ripley saying she feels the champ is overlooking her. Ripley quickly shot that thought down and the two ended in a brief scuffle. What will take place tonight?

There are two matches advertised. First, Becky Lynch will finally get her hands on Xia Li. Li had been saying for weeks and weeks that she wants to take on Becky on her terms. This all changed two weeks ago when Xia cost Becky a shot in the number one contenders Battle Royal when she knocked her out with a kick. Becky now wants Xia on her terms and it happens tonight. Lynch was confirmed as the last woman for Team Bianca in WarGames across from Damage CTRL.

Nia Jax and Raquel Rodriguez had words last week. Their squabble dates back from when Jax returned to WWE and took Rodriguez out for a couple of weeks. They then took part in the Fatal five way against Ripley and Rodriguez feels that one-on-one that Jax can’t beat her.

All of this and hopefully more tonight on Raw. Check back in with Diva Dirt to talk about the show live.

AZM Wants “Overseas Experience” And To Reunite With IYO SKY

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AZM Wants “Overseas Experience” And To Reunite With IYO SKY

STARDOM’s AZM has stated that she would like to wrestle overseas and outside of Japan. The 21 year old has already made a huge name for herself within the STARDOM promotion. She is a former two-time High Speed Champion and a three-time Artist of Stardom Champion.

In an article with Tokyo Sports, AZM states that she wants overseas experience and to one day reconnect with her mentor, WWE Women’s Champion IYO SKY. She also commented on Kairi Sane’s return.

As she celebrated her 10 years since her debut (at the age of 11), AZM said, “When I thought about where I wanted to go next, I decided that since I had never left Japan, I would like to have some experience overseas.”

On Nov. 18, AZM has laid out a challenge for the NJPW STRONG Women’s Championship to the current title holder, Giulia. AZM wants to win that gold and give it as a gift to her mentor, IYO SKY.

“For me, IYO-san is a god. Before IYO-san went to WWE, she wrote in an article somewhere, ‘AZM is amazing. Age hasn’t quite caught up with her yet, but she’s getting stronger, so I want her to do her best.’ I almost cried when I read that. She is the one who gave me the opportunity to grow.”

In 2017, at the age of 14, AZM joined Queen’s Quest which at the time, IYO was the leader of.

“In the past, when we teamed up, I was so anxious to not embarrass IYO-san, but now I stand confidently both by her side and across her. But first, I’m going to win this belt (NJPW STRONG Women’s Title) and show IYO-san just how big I’ve become!”

Transcript and Translation credit to Himanshu Doi on X.

NXT Live Results: Lyra Valkyria vs. Lola Vice Nov. 17 & Nov. 18

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NXT Live Results: Lyra Valkyria vs. Lola Vice Nov. 17 & Nov. 18

This weekends NXT Live events are in the books and Diva Dirt has the results courtesy of Wrestling Bodyslam and LocksResults.

Nov. 17 – Sebring, FL

  • Kiyah Saint def. Brinley Reece
  • Karmen Petrovic def. Arianna Grace
  • Valentina Feroz and Adrianna Rizzo def. Gigi Dolin and Izzi Dame
  • NXT Women’s Title : Lyra Valkyria (c) def. Lola Vice ( w/ Elektra Lopez)

Nov. 18 – Venice, FL

  • Lash Legend def. Adrianna Rizzo
  • Thea Hail & Jade Gentile def. Tatum Paxley & Izzi Dame
  • Kelani Jordan def. Arianna Grace
  • Blair Davenport def. Kennedy Cummins

Julia Hart Wins TBS Championship At Full Gear

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Julia Hart Wins TBS Championship At Full Gear

Julia Hart finds herself as a first-time champion in AEW as she wins the TBS Championship at Full Gear. She defeated now former champion Kris Statlander and Skye Blue in a Three Way bout. This ends Statlander’s reign at 175 days. Hart becomes the third woman to win this title after Statlander and the inaugural champion Jade Cargill.

Blue debuted a new entrance/music and ditched her baseball cap for a crown.

The final moments witnesses Statlander hitting Blue with the Saturday Night Fever. However, as she was pinning Blue, Hart hit a sliding clothesline to knock Statlander off. Blue was still down and a available for the pin thus giving Hart time to secure the pin and the victory.

Earlier in the night, Toni Storm became a three-time AEW Women’s World Champion. You can read more on that by clicking here.

Toni Storm Becomes A Three-Time AEW Women’s Champion At Full Gear

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Toni Storm Becomes A Three-Time AEW Women’s Champion At Full Gear

Timeless Toni Storm has captured the AEW Women’s World Title once again and has become a three-time champion. She defeated now former three-time champion Hikaru Shida. This ends Shida’s third reign at 39 days.

At one point in the match, Storm went to hit Shida with the shoe, which the referee stopped. However, Storm had the other shoe hidden in her tights to knock Shida over the head with.

Later on, Shida tried to use the kendo stick on Storm but Luther stopped her. Luther then received the brunt of the kendo stick attack.

The final moments of the match had Storm slipped a metal tray into her tights which gave her extra power when delivering a hip attack.

After the win, Mariah May appeared to give Storm her flowers.

AEW Full Gear Predictions: 11.18.23

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AEW Full Gear Predictions: 11.18.23

AEW will host its Full Gear event tonight and both women’s championships are on the card.

TBS Championship

  • Kris Statlander (c) vs. Julia Hart vs. Sky Blue

AEW Women’s World Championship

Below you will see Diva Dirt’s predictions:

TBS Championship

COLBY: It’s nice to see two women’s matches on the main card of an AEW pay-per-view again, as it hasn’t happened since Double or Nothing in May. What’s even better is the storyline behind the TBS three-way even though Statlander hasn’t exactly been the focal point. The story has really been about Julia Hart seemingly poisoning Skye Blue, which makes me think there’s a good chance we’re seeing a title change. Statlander has been an excellent champion, but the last thing we need is for her to run through the locker room and run out of opponents like Jade did. Julia has really impressed me lately and I say give her the title.

WINNER: Julia Hart

NICK: Rumors continue to say that the company is high on Julia Hart. Hart took some time away after her last match with Statlander to get married, but they have picked off where they left off with her in the title picture. Kris has held the title for a good six months, I think it is time for a change. Skye may be in this match to take the pin.

WINNER: Julia Hart

AEW Women’s World Championship

COLBY: Like the TBS title situation, the champion has taken a backseat to the challenger once again. The focus has mostly been on “Timeless” Toni Storm and her transformation while Shida has had a handful of “fighting champion” defenses in an attempt to make her not look like a transitional champion again. While I would love to see Shida have a longer reign, it just feels like the writing is on the wall regarding Storm’s current gimmick and Mariah May’s arrival. I’m predicting another title change.

WINNER: Toni Storm

NICK: I don’t know if I can take another short transitional title reign for Shida. Sure, Storm is arguably the most over woman in the division with her gimmick but Shida needs a good solid reign. Her first long reign was without a crowd due to the pandemic and her last one lasted barely a month. Let Shida retain please.

WINNER: Hikaru Shida

Spoiler: Big Name Debuts At ROH Tapings

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Spoiler: Big Name Debuts At ROH Tapings

*Please note that this article contains spoilers from the most recent ROH tapings.*

A big name has debuted at the ROH tapings and that name is former champion in WWE – Ronda Rousey.

Per PWInsider:

There was a lot of talk at tonight’s Smackdown among WWE talents that UFC Hall of Famer and former WWE star Ronda Rousey would be working for Ring of Honor soon.  We also noted that Rousey had her gear with her at tonight’s AEW taping in Los Angeles at the KIA Forum.

Well, Rousey is in the ring right now for a match being taped for Ring of Honor, teaming with her best friend Marina Shafir against ROH Women’s Champion Athena and Billie Starkz, a rematch from their bout last night at Wrestling Revolver in Los Angeles.  Rousey came out to Joan Jett’s Bad Reputation.

The Los Angeles crowd, having no idea this was coming, popped huge and chanted “holy sh**” at the onset of the bout.

Based on the ROH taping schedule, it looks like the match will air next week on the Thanksgiving edition of Ring of Honor on WatchROH.com.

There is no word yet whether Rousey will be making additional appearances in Ring of Honor or AEW as of this writing.

WarGames Match Confirmed, Charlotte Flair Makes The Call

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WarGames Match Confirmed, Charlotte Flair Makes The Call

WarGames is official for the women of SmackDown (and one from Raw).

The Nov. 17 episode was solely to set up WarGames. Damage CTRL kicked off the show with its two new members Kairi Sane and Asuka. With Bayley leading the cause as she normally does but getting some weird reactions from the other members. Dakota Kai spoke up and teased a removal of Bayley as she said one of them aren’t a member of Damage CTRL. However, she was referring to Asuka who hadn’t been officially asked. Bayley asks, and Asuka obliges.

Kai comments that they want a WarGames match against Bianca Belair, Charlotte Flair, Shotzi and a fourth member of their choosing. From this, Shotzi attempts to go at it alone and jumped Damage CTRL from behind. This is until Flair and Belair come out to try and even the odds.

After the brawl, Belair, Flair, and Shotzi are seen backstage trying to figure out who their fourth will be. SmackDown GM Nick Aldis tells them that he needs their answer of a fourth by the end of the night.

From there, they tried to recruit Michin and then Zelina Vega, but both women were taken out by Damage CTRL. Finally, Belair and Shotzi convince Flair that she has to make the call. But who did she call?

In the main event segment, Team Belair made their way to the ring to announce their fourth. Just before, Flair confirms she made the call but isn’t sure if who she called was going to make it. Flair states she knows something about turning on a best friend just before Damage CTRL makes their way out. Damage CTRL jumps on the ring apron to initiate a fight, but Becky Lynch sneaks in the ring to join Team Bianca.

The two teams fight to end the show.

Elsewhere on SmackDown, we saw Zelina Vega confront Santos Escobar about his attack on Rey Mysterio last week. She slapped him before leaving the ring and joining up with Cruz Del Toro and Joaquin Wilde who have sided with Vega.

B-Fab was seen once again having a conversation with Bobby Lashley.

Latest News On WWE’s Interest In Giulia

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Latest News On WWE’s Interest In Giulia

It was originally reported earlier in the month by both PWInsider and Fighftul that WWE had interest in signing STARDOM’s Giulia.

PWInsider has provided the following update since their first report –

“There was a belief within some in WWE that Giulia would be at the WWE Performance Center earlier this week to tour the facility. We are told it was not slated to be a “tryout” but a visit.

We are told that Simon Inoki was expected to come in and work as a translator to assist Giulia, who’s first language is Japanese.  Inoki has done similar work for WWE in the past off and on over the years.

As it turns out Giulia was not at the PC this week.  One source admitted she was initially expected there this past Wednesday but was not.

Company sources are insistent in their interest in her for the future.”

In another report from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, they state that both WWE and STARDOM have given an offer to her.

“The Giulia stuff is far more serious as she has an “offer” from WWE & obviously STARDOM. Rossy Ogawa are aware of it and she’s close to Ogawa and did have a verbal agreement to work with him next year.”

Where would you like to see Giulia? Staying in STARDOM or going to WWE.

SmackDown Discussion Post: 11.17.23

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SmackDown Discussion Post: 11.17.23

With WarGames looming next weekend, we likely will get the women’s WarGames match announced tonight. Damage CTRL is at the top of their game now that they have added both Kairi Sane and Asuka. They will speak tonight.

Two Names Who Were In Talks To Join Imperium

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Two Names Who Were In Talks To Join Imperium

There is little argument that former NXT UK talent Jinny (and Gunther’s wife) would have made a wonderful addition to the Imperium stable. Alas at this time that is not an option with her in retirement.

While speaking with Steve Fall of Ten Count, the current WWE Intercontinental Champion Gunther answered which woman would he want to be added to his group. Despite Fall giving a fantasy scenario, Gunther stated that it was actually talked internally at one point. The two names were Charlotte Flair or the current WWE Women’s Champion IYO SKY.

If a woman was to join Imperium, who would you want?

Sonny Kiss Squares Off With Trinity On IMPACT

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Sonny Kiss Squares Off With Trinity On IMPACT

This week’s IMPACT showcased four Knockouts in two different bouts.

First, Jordynne Grace joined forces with Bully Ray to take on Steve Maclin and KiLynn King. Early in the bout, King wasted no time in slapping Bully around before he tagged out to Grace. King was able to continue showcasing her strength by tossing “The Juggernaut” around.

When Bully returned to the bout, Maclin distracted him on the top rope, allowing King to send him crashing down. In the closing moments, Grace landed a running double knees in the corner followed by a Vader Bomb. Maclin intervened, which led to King accidentally kicking him when Grace ducked. Jordynne then planted King with the Grace Driver for the win.

Next, Trinity took on Sonny Kiss for the first time ever. As expected, both competitors showcased their athleticism while trying to outwork the other. Trinity was finally able to break the stalemate with a crossbody from the top.

Kiss then spun Trinity around several times and then dropped her on her face. That set up a springboard back elbow across the ring. From there, Trinity fired back up with a springboard kick, splits, and split-legged moosault. Kiss tried to put the champ away with a huge handspring boot to the gut in the corner, but Trinity pulled out the sit-out bomb into the cover for the victory.

We also saw a new vignette from MK Ultra as they look to “reshape” fans’ realities.

No matches were announced for next week on Thanksgiving, however IPWF will return in two weeks.

What did you think of this week’s show? Sound off below!

Mickie James Confirms Free Agent Status, Addresses Rumors

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Mickie James Confirms Free Agent Status, Addresses Rumors

On Nov. 15, news started making its way around social media and was reported that Mickie James’ profile from the IMPACT roster page was removed. With that, PWInsider concluded that James was merely “taking a break” and Fightful confirmed James was never a signed talent since returning in 2021.

James talked about what she is currently up to on GAW TV along with the podcast co-hosts SoCal Val and Lisa Marie Varon. She seemed to have learned about the removal of her IMPACT profile when fans did and saw the news on social media. She confirms that she has a wonderful relationship with IMPACT, and she explained more where her head is currently at. James also stated that she hasn’t been signed with IMPACT since returning.

Due to her husband, Nick Aldis, getting an opportunity that he has waited a very long time to get in WWE, it has caused her to take a step back and spend some time at home. She explains it has become a juggling of schedules. James adds that she has nothing to prove and could easily be back in a wrestling ring anywhere and at anytime.

James says she thinks her profile was removed because she isn’t a signed talent and with the transition from IMPACT to TNA the roster online was likely cleaned up.

You can view what Mickie had to say in the video below:

Mercedes Moné Not Expected To Be AEW Full Gear Signing

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Mercedes Moné Not Expected To Be AEW Full Gear Signing

AEW’s CEO Tony Khan has made an announcement stating that a major signing is set to happen this Saturday at the Full Gear event. In a social media post, Khan stated that AEW had agreed to terms with “one of the world’s best wrestlers, a pro who is known ams respected by every AEW fan.” This started the potential talk amongst social media and fans that it could be Moné. However, Fightful Select is putting that thought out of the realm of a possibility.

Per Fightful Select:

“AEW talent themselves were speculating this week between a number of talent, including Mercedes Moné. Though we’ve heard as far back as August that there were working plans for the two sides to work together, the plan isn’t to announce her this weekend at AEW Full Gear, if people in the company are to be believed. Several have stated that when asked, it was indicated that the Full Gear announcement isn’t Mercedes.

Mercedes hasn’t been seen on television since appearing at AEW All In, and for good reason.

While there were some rumblings within wrestling that Mercedes could appear in some capacity at AEW Grand Slam, that didn’t end up happening, either. As we’re told, that wasn’t in the plans at any point realistically.

Tony Khan has been pretty transparent in the weeks prior to that Mercedes is healing up from her injury. As Fightful Select was told, she was still in a boot as of the week prior, and Khan had told others that she’d likely still be in a boot at WrestleDream, which came and passed. AEW hid that from the general audience at AEW All In, though it was known within the industry. Reports have since emerged that she was out of her boot. 

There are working plans for Mercedes to work with AEW, we just haven’t heard of when.”

Several days ago, Moné posted that she does expect to be with “some wrestling company” in 2024.

Skye Blue Added To TBS Title Match At AEW Full Gear

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Skye Blue Added To TBS Title Match At AEW Full Gear

Skye Blue is headed to Full Gear.

During the November 15 episode of AEW Dynamite, Red Velvet and Skye Blue clashed to see who would qualify for the third spot in the TBS title match at Full Gear. After initially starting off evenly matched, Velvet superkicked Blue only for Blue to come back with a DDT on the apron.

After trading pinfall attempts, Velvet avoided Code Blue but was hit with Skyfall. Velvet managed a powerbomb before slamming Blue from the top, but it still wasn’t enough. In the end, Skye landed a knee strike followed by Code Blue for the win.

After that, we saw RJ City help Mariah May get into Toni Storm‘s locker room to meet her. Storm was too busy relaxing with her eyes covered to fully converse with May, however Storm did confirm she wants a tune-up match on Friday’s Rampage, and she will have it against Emi Sakura.

Friday will feature a three-hour block of Collision and Rampage both airing live due to the pay-per-view on Saturday. It has also been confirmed that Saraya and Ruby Soho will take on Hikaru Shida and Kris Statlander on Collision.

Below is the updated lineup for Full Gear in Los Angeles:

  • AEW Women’s World Championship: Hikaru Shida (c) vs. Toni Storm
  • AEW TBS Championship: Kris Statlander (c) vs. Julia Hart vs. Skye Blue

What did you think of this week’s Dynamite? Sound off in the comments below!

WWE Recruit Anna Keefer Receives New Ring Name

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WWE Recruit Anna Keefer Receives New Ring Name

WWE recruit Anna Keefer has received her new ring name. Keefer has been seen on NXT programming over the past few weeks as a member of The Family (Tony D’Angelo and Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo). Her new name is Adriana Rizzo.

Keefer has been in a few matches at NXT live shows. Most recently in Orlando, Fla. on Nov. 11. She teamed with another recruit Tylynn Register in a losing effort against Izzi Dame and Tatum Paxley.

Keefer wast part of the fall NXT recruitment class which also included: Kelani Jordan, Kiyah Saint, Izzi Dame, Brinley Reece, and Karmen Petrovic.

Mickie James Removed From IMPACT Roster Page *Update*

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Mickie James Removed From IMPACT Roster Page *Update*

*Update* – PWInsider has reported that James is taking a “break.” They were told that the relationship between the two sides remains fine 

Fightful adds that James has been a free agent ever since she was released from WWE in 2021.

Mickie James has been removed from the online roster page by IMPACT/TNA.

James returned to the company for a third time in 2021 at Slammiversary confronting Deonna Purrazzo. Since then, James went on to win the Knockouts World Championship two more times making her a five time champion.

She relinquished her fifth title reign due to injury earlier this year prior to the Rebellion event. She won her fifth championship at the end of her “Last Rodeo” storyline where she was determined to win the title or if she lost any matches leading up to the championship match (including the title match) she would have hung up her boots.

James recently returned from injury and went for the championship once again in a losing effort against the current champion Trinity.

James’ husband, Nick Aldis, was recently hired by WWE to be a producer and is currently the General Manager on the SmackDown brand. James has had two runs with WWE with her last one coming to an end in 2021 when she was released from the company.

What do we see next for Mickie James? Discuss below.

Spoilers: NXT Tapings For Nov. 21

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Spoilers: NXT Tapings For Nov. 21

*Please note that this article contains spoilers*

Due to the holiday next week, NXT went ahead and taped the next episode. Below are the spoilers courtesy of PWInsider.

There were no backstage segments shown throughout the course of the second episode being taped and there were no matches taped for Level Up.

  • Lyra Valkyria was making her entrance when Xia Li jumped her. Lyra needed to be helped to the back. Presumably the women’s title match was going to open the show and there will be segments shown explaining what happened.
  • Blair Davenport defeated Thea Hail (with Jacy Jane) in an Iron Survivor Challenge qualifying match with the Bea Trigger. Jacy seemed disappointed at the result.
  • Lyra Valkyria retained the NXT Women’s Championship over Xia Li with a Samoan Driver. Xia jumped Lyra at the beginning of the match while the introductions were taking place.

Lash Legend Qualifies For The Iron Survivor Challenge

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Lash Legend Qualifies For The Iron Survivor Challenge

The second woman has qualified for the Iron Survivor Challenge which will take place at NXT Deadline on Dec. 9.

Lash Legend defeated Roxanne Perez on Nov. 14 to advance. This will be Legend’s first solo outing on an NXT Premium Live Event. She joins Tiffany Stratton, who qualified on Nov. 7 when she defeated Fallon Henley.

Legend picked up the win after distractions by both Jakara Jackson and Kiana James. After being ejected from the ring side area, Jackson returned and hopped in the ring taking the referee’s attention. James held Perez down in the corner for Legend to capitalize. Legend finished off Perez with a power bomb to get the pin and victory.

Elsewhere on NXT, the NXT Women’s Champion Lyra Valkyria was invited to a Warrior Tea Ceremony by Xia Li. You can see the ceremony below as the two prepare for their match next week.

Later in the night, Gigi Dolin picked up a win against Arianna Grace.

NXT Discussion Post: 11.14.23

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NXT Discussion Post: 11.14.23

Tonight’s NXT has the champion Lyra Valkyria invited to a Warrior Tea Ceremony by Xia Li. Li will get her title shot next week.

Roxanne Perez will be taking on Lash Legend where the winner will be joining Tiffany Stratton in the Iron Survivor Challenge at Deadline.

Becky Lynch vs. Xia Li Set For Nov. 20 Raw; Tegan Pulls Upset Over Piper

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Becky Lynch vs. Xia Li Set For Nov. 20 Raw; Tegan Pulls Upset Over Piper

Xia Li continues her dominance as she knocks out Indi Hartwell on the Nov. 13 episode of Raw.

Just as she has taken out Candice LeRae two weeks ago and Becky Lynch last week, after a dominating against Hartwell, the referee called for the bell when a roundhouse kick landed Hartwell off her feet.

As Li celebrates another victory, Becky Lynch’s music hits. The Man is ready for a fight as she comes to the ring with a microphone in hand. Becky says after the kick Xia delivered to her last week, their match is now on her terms. Once in the ring, Lynch goes for the ManHandle Slam but Li evades it and sneaks out of the ring and runs towards the ramp. Lynch says that Li won’t be running anymore as the two have their match – next week.

Elsewhere on Raw, Tegan Nox took on one-half of the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions, Piper Niven. Nox and Natalya have had their problems with Niven and Chelsea Green as of late.

The final moments of the match witnessed an upset as Nox pinned Niven. Nox went for a sunset flip but when that wasn’t helpful she rolled Niven up in a crucifix pin.

Ivy Nile and Maxxine Dupri seem to be starting over and forming a friendship. Backstage it was the Creed Brothers trying to convince Alpha Academy to let them train them. Chad Gable wasn’t a fan because he didn’t want to drop the Gable method. As the teams talk, Nile and Dupri were in the background. They bonded over their performances in the Battle Royal last week and talk about girl math.

More Nov. 13 Raw results can be read here.


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