Rumor Recap: June 21 - 27, 2025
The world of wrestling is abuzz with speculation, and we're here to separate fact from fiction!
Kyle Decker, a wrestling enthusiast since the Monday Night Wars, takes us on a journey through the latest rumors and their outcomes.
Liv Morgan's Injury:
- WWE sources confirmed Liv Morgan's absence due to a shoulder injury, but she made a surprise return. (1/1)
- WWE had plans for the women's tag team titles, and Roxanne Perez filled in for Liv. (1/1)
Jey Uso's World Title Reign:
- WWE intended a short title reign for Jey, losing to Gunther before Goldberg's retirement match. (1/1)
- The author reflects on the excitement of Jey's win, questioning Gunther's tap-out. (Controversial)
Mercedes Mone vs. Athena:
- WWE considered building a rematch with Athena, but opted for Storm vs. Mone at All In due to Mariah May's contract situation. (1/1)
- AEW sources claim Mercedes vs. Toni was always the plan for All In. (1/2)
John Cena's Retirement Tour:
- WWE was still finalizing Cena's final dates, possibly working around his Hollywood commitments. (0/1)
Elijah's Injury:
- Elijah suffered a torn triceps during an NXT match and underwent surgery. (1/1)
Night of Champions:
- WWE monitored the situation after the U.S. bombing of Iran but proceeded with the event in Riyadh. (0/1)
- WWE talents were not advised of any changes, and the production crew continued their work. (0/1)
Adam Copeland and Christian's Reunion:
- The reunion match was not at All In, and the storyline was put on hold due to Copeland's filming schedule. (1/1)
WWE Late Night Show:
- WWE's trademark filing sparked rumors of a new late-night show, but it was for a Tony Hinchcliffe show that was later canceled. (0/1)
Harley Cameron's Injury:
- The injury was reportedly a work to cover a scheduled surgery. (0/1)
WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia:
- WWE considered two options: a single event or two separate events, one in Saudi Arabia and the original WrestleMania. (0/1)
Jade Cargill's Title Run:
- Jade was supposed to be a champion by WrestleMania 41, but an injury delayed her win until Queen of the Ring. (1/1)
Dave Bautista's New Role:
- Bautista was offered a role in Guy Ritchie's Roadhouse 2, a sequel to the Patrick Swayze classic. (0/1)
American Gladiators Reboot:
- Despite rumors, there were no issues with talent from AEW and WWE participating in the reboot. (0/1)
Psycho Clown's WWE Future:
- Psycho Clown is not expected to join WWE's main program, but continues independent bookings. (0/1)
The Gunns' Return:
- The Gunns returned to action after a hiatus, but without Switchblade. (0/1)
Pat McAfee's Absence:
- McAfee attributed his absence from Raw commentary to exhaustion, but he hasn't returned regularly. (0/1)
Liv Morgan's Original Opponent:
- Liv Morgan was initially set to challenge Iyo Sky for the women's world championship before her injury. (0/1)
Chad Gable's Injury:
- Gable's injury was written off on TV, and he hasn't been seen since. (1/1)
July 4 SmackDown:
- WWE kept the show's duration a mystery, but it ended up being a two-hour event. (1/1)
Middle East Conflict:
- WWE prohibited any mention of the Middle East conflict on Raw, which explains the lack of discussion during the show. (0/1)
Joe Hendry's WWE Dates:
- Hendry is expected for more WWE dates, and he is currently signed with the company. (1/1)
Kota Ibushi's Health:
- Ibushi dealt with injuries during his AEW absence but is now in better physical condition. (0/1)
WWE Production Crew in Saudi Arabia:
- The stranded WWE crew reached Saudi Arabia, and the SmackDown and Night of Champions events went ahead as planned. (1/1)
Saudi Arabian Show Bonuses:
- WWE talents no longer receive bonuses for Saudi Arabian shows, as these incentives are now part of their contracts. (0/1)
Dominik Mysterio's Injury:
- Mysterio suffered a rib cage issue, but it wasn't expected to keep him out for long. (0/1)
Vickie Guerrero's Return:
- Guerrero hinted at a WWE return within weeks, but her appearance at Evolution was as a spectator. (0/1)
AEW's New Championships:
- AEW has two new championships, including Women's Tag and Inter-generational Tag belts, but the latter hasn't been introduced yet. (1/2)
Inter-generational Tag Titles:
- The rules are still undecided, but the idea includes real and storyline father/son teams. (0/1)
Karrion Kross's Bump-taking:
- Kross's reluctance to take bumps is believed to hinder his main roster stardom, according to wrestlers' insights. (0/1)
LA Knight's Injury:
- Knight's injury was part of a storyline, and he is reportedly unharmed. (0/1)
Night of Champions Betting Odds:
- John Cena and Rhea Ripley were favorites, with high odds of winning. Jade Cargill, Cody Rhodes, Jacob Fatu, and Sami Zayn also had strong chances. (3/5)
SummerSlam Championship Rematch:
- WWE planned a championship rematch between Cena and Rhodes at SummerSlam, indicating their wins at Night of Champions. (1/1)
Roman Reigns' Return:
- Reigns returned to save Jey Uso and CM Punk from the Vision, and WWE considered new nicknames. (2/2)
Cody Rhodes' Heel Turn:
- Turning Rhodes heel is seen as a potential business risk, but The Rock hasn't abandoned the idea. (0/1)
Aleister Black's Push:
- Black received backstage praise in WWE, but the author questions the extent of his push due to an ongoing feud. (0/1)
Chelsea Green's Sinus Infection:
- Green missed a SmackDown episode due to a sinus infection, causing hearing loss and requiring emergency care. (0/1)
WWE Headquarters Move:
- There's talk of moving WWE headquarters to Las Vegas after the Stamford lease expires, but no decision yet. (0/1)
Trish Stratus' Return:
- WWE planned to announce Stratus' return on SmackDown, but she eventually faced Tiffany Stratton at Evolution 2. (1/1)
This Week's Accuracy: 16/24 - 67%
Overall Accuracy: 6,032/10,319 - 58.5%
Stay tuned for more wrestling insights and rumors!
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