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Newsweek
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Released WWE Superstar Teases AEW Move
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Former WWE Cruiserweight Champion Cedric Alexander has not ruled out an eventual move to AEW, despite having recently made his debut for TNA Wrestling. In a new interview, Alexander addressed the widespread fan speculation about a potential reunion with his former Hurt Business stablemates. While he is focused on his new path in TNA, he made it clear that nothing is off the table for the future. His comments will surely keep fans buzzing about where he might ultimately land. "Nothing Is Off The Table" Speaking on the Busted Open radio show, Cedric Alexander was asked about the rumors of him joining The Hurt Syndicate in AEW. He said he is happy that fans are speculating about his future, but his current priority is establishing himself as a singles star in TNA. "It's good to get people talking," Alexander said. "I'm glad people were wondering what can happen, cause that adds to the excitement of it all. Nothing is off the table, but right now I'm focused on me, focused on carving my own path, and being my own man, so to speak." More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation The Hurt Business: A Dominant Past The fan desire for a reunion stems from the massive success of the original faction in WWE. Known as The Hurt Business, the group, consisting of MVP, Bobby Lashley, Shelton Benjamin, and Cedric Alexander, was one of the most dominant and popular acts during the "ThunderDome Era" of 2020 and 2021. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 17: Nia Jax and Bianca Belair in action during Smackdown at Pechanga Arena on January 17, 2025 in San Diego, California. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 17: Nia Jax and Bianca Belair in action during Smackdown at Pechanga Arena on January 17, 2025 in San Diego, California. WWE/Getty Images With their sharp suits and legitimate fighting credentials, they ran roughshod over the Raw roster. At their peak, they held the WWE Championship (Lashley) and the Raw Tag Team Championships (Benjamin and Alexander) simultaneously. The group's sudden and widely criticized breakup by WWE creative is seen by many as a major missed opportunity, which is why fans are so eager to see them reunite. The Hurt Syndicate: A New Chapter in AEW That reunion has partially happened in AEW. Led by MVP, "The Hurt Syndicate" features Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin, who are the reigning AEW World Tag Team Champions. The group recently and reluctantly allowed the controversial former AEW World Champion, MJF, into their ranks. With the group thriving in AEW, Alexander, who was released from WWE, seemed like the logical final piece of the puzzle. He recently made a surprise debut for TNA Wrestling, competing in a high-profile match against Mustafa Ali at the Slammiversary pay-per-view. While his current focus is on TNA, Alexander's comments have left the door wide open for a potential jump to AEW to complete the reunion down the line. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Former NXT Women's Champion returns to WWE in a new role
Image via WWE Former NXT Women's Champion Shayna Baszler rejoins WWE in a different role. The wrestler was released by the promotion just a few months back. In May 2025, WWE released several wrestlers from the main roster and NXT. Along with Shayna, the other released wrestlers included Braun Strowman, Dakota Kai, Cora Jade, Gigi Dolin, and more. According to sources, Baszler will be returning to the promotion in a completely different role. The former star is rumored to take up the role of a producer. What is Shayna Baszler's new role in WWE? According to Cory Hayes of , Shayna Baszler attended the last episode of NXT. However, the wrestler did not just attend the event as a spectator. Baszler was present at the event in a backstage role. She was listed as a producer for the singles match between Kelani Jordan and Lainey Reid. Shayna was shadowing producer Chris Girard throughout the show. Baszler's release from the promotion came as a shock to many. She had just renewed her contract with WWE in 2024. Her non-compete clause is expected to end in early August. Baszler has returned while still being under the non-compete contract. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo This is a noteworthy situation. Her last appearance was during the SmackDown episode of April 11. Baszler appeared as a member of the Pure Fusion Collective faction. She appeared alongside Zoey Stark and Sonya Deville. After the release, Baszler has been streaming on Twitch. She also teaches Jiu-Jitsu at Rudos Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Florida. Shayna Baszler invited to join AEW AEW star Thunder Rosa wanted Shayna Baszler to join the promotion. Speaking at Busted Open radio, Rosa appreciated the latter for her career arc. Rosa also believed that AEW needed more female presence within the promotion. She stated, ''Shayna Baszler. I love Shayna. I've always loved her. And I think she's solid on everything she does. She's really good at cutting promos, she has a lot of experience on TV. I think that she'll be great. ' The wrestler further continued, 'I think we need more women in those men's stables. I think it adds more to things… I think Shayna would add a lot to that mix,' Rosa's generous offer, however, might not stand a chance. Baszler's new role in WWE will sideline the offer from AEW. Also Read: WWE Teases Massive Return of Former Divas Champion and Cornerstone of the Women's Revolution Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Cision Canada
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
SiriusXM to launch first ever 24/7 pro wrestling audio channel
Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 channel takes over SiriusXM channel 156 starting July 1 "Busted Open" founder and host Dave LaGreca signs new multi-year deal with SiriusXM; "Busted Open" will anchor the Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 daily lineup Channel will feature new shows hosted by Natalya, Sam Roberts, Jonathan Coachman, Peter Rosenberg, Matt Cardona, Tom Pestock and others TORONTO, June 26, 2025 /CNW/ - SiriusXM Canada announced today the launch of its first ever 24/7 channel dedicated to the world of professional wrestling. Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 will take over channel 156 on SiriusXM radios and in the SiriusXM app starting July 1, giving fans their own full-time channel that will cover all the events and storylines happening around the world of pro wrestling 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The new channel expands on the success of SiriusXM's "Busted Open," the popular daily wrestling show hosted by Dave LaGreca with wrestling legends Bully Ray, Mark Henry and Tommy Dreamer. Since its launch in 2009, "Busted Open" has become one of the most prominent programs for wrestling fans around the country. "Busted Open" founder Dave LaGreca signed a new multi-year agreement with SiriusXM this week to remain the lead voice of the show. "Busted Open" will kick off each programming day with a live episode airing from 9 am to noon ET, seven days a week. It will anchor a daily lineup that will feature several new live shows hosted by prominent personalities and entertainers from inside and outside the ring. These hosts will share their opinions and insights on the latest wrestling events and storylines, take calls from fans around the country, and interview many of the biggest stars in wrestling. "Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 is a dream come true," said LaGreca. "I couldn't be more proud of the team that we have assembled on this channel. I promise our loyal fans, 'The Nation,' the best coverage of Pro Wrestling in the world!" "We've seen the popularity of 'Busted Open' grow through the years to the point where the show – now one of the most prominent wrestling shows in audio – is bursting with great talent and content. We're thrilled to be re-signing Dave to another extension that will ensure he's the face and voice of "Busted Open for years to come, and we're really excited to expand on what he's started," said Jared Fox, SVP, Sports Programming, Content Marketing & Partnerships, and Artist Relations for SiriusXM. "The appetite for wrestling content continues to increase, and we're able to uniquely meet the demand of those fans by delivering a new 24/7 channel just for them," Fox continued. "We have a long track record of building dedicated sports channels that fans love. Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 will be the next great SiriusXM sports channel, producing compelling and exclusive new content daily and giving fans a place to call in and let their voices be heard as well." Wrestling analyst, podcaster and SiriusXM host Sam Roberts will expand his radio presence beyond his Faction Talk morning show, bringing his long-cultivated brand Notsam Wrestling to Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 with an exclusive new show, "Notsam Wrestling Live," from noon to 2pm ET Monday through Thursday. On Fridays in the noon to 2 pm ET timeslot, wrestling host and commentator Peter Rosenberg, one of America's premiere radio personalities, will host "Cheap Heat Live," an extended version of his long running "Cheap Heat" podcast, featuring his unique brand of comedic wrestling talk. Every weekday from 2 to 4 pm ET listeners will hear, "Off the Ropes," a new live show hosted by veteran wrestling broadcaster Jonathan Coachman. On "Off the Ropes," Coachman will be joined by a rotating cast of current and former wrestlers as his co-hosts, including Nic Nemeth, Mark Henry, Tommy Dreamer, Thunder Rosa and Tom Pestock. Wrestling Superstar Natalya, a member of wrestling's famous Hart family, will host her new SiriusXM segment, "The Hart Beat with Natalya," every Thursday from 11 am to noon ET, taking over the third hour of that day's "Busted Open" episode. Independent Superstar Matt Cardona will also be a part of the Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 lineup, appearing on the channel every week. Daily episodes of "Busted Open" will replay at 4 pm ET. The nighttime show, "Busted Open After Dark," is expanding from three nights to five nights a week and features a rotating cast that includes Tommy Dreamer, Bully Ray, Mark Henry, Denise Salcedo and others. The show gives fans a place to call in and immediately react after nightly wrestling events. The "Busted Open" podcast, which consists of the most popular moments and highlights from that day's radio show, will continue to be available on all major podcast platforms. Every Monday, the "Busted Open" hosts drop a podcast exclusive episode, "The Master's Class," in which Dave LaGreca and team focus on a single topic in depth. About SiriusXM Canada Sirius XM Canada Inc., operating as SiriusXM Canada, is the country's leading audio entertainment company. SiriusXM creates and offers ad-free music; premier sports talk and live events; comedy; news; podcasts; and exclusive talk and entertainment. SiriusXM is available in vehicles from every major car company, as well as on smartphones and all connected devices on the SiriusXM app. For more information, visit Join SiriusXM Canada on Facebook, on X, on Instagram and on YouTube. SiriusXM radios and accessories are available from retailers nationwide and online at SiriusXM. In addition, SiriusXM Music for Business provides ad-free music to a variety of businesses. SiriusXM is also a leading provider of connected vehicles services, giving customers access to a suite of safety, security, and convenience services including automatic crash notification, stolen vehicle recovery assistance, enhanced roadside assistance and turn-by-turn navigation. SiriusXM Canada has been designated one of Canada's Best Managed Companies 16 years in a row and is currently a Platinum Club Member.
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
SiriusXM launching 24/7 pro wrestling channel in July
Pro wrestling has gone from a once a week show on SiriusXM to having its own channel. The satellite radio provider announced Thursday that Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 will take over Channel 156 beginning Tuesday. Channel 156 has been SiriusXM Fight Nation, which has carried pro wrestling, MMA and boxing shows. 'I couldn't be more excited,' said Dave LaGreca, the longtime host of 'Busted Open,' which started as a one-hour weekly show in 2009. 'I really owe it to our fans. They've really been dedicated and asked for this for years. It's a dream come true to actually see it form. And now, it's about to happen.' 'Busted Open' expanded to five days a week in 2018 before going to six days one year later. It will have a live episode seven days a week from 9 a.m.-noon EDT on the new channel featuring LaGreca with wrestling stars Bully Ray, Mark Henry and Tommy Dreamer. The show has appealed to fans of both WWE and AEW with video clips of interviews getting plenty of engagement on social media. The channel's daily lineup will also feature programs from Sam Roberts, Peter Rosenberg, Jonathan Coachman, Natalya and Matt Cardona. Five nights a week there will be a 'Busted Open After Dark' program, where fans can call in and react after WWE and AEW shows. 'The great thing is we're not associated with WWE or AEW, so we can give our honest opinion about both products,' said LaGreca, who signed a multi-year extension with SiriusXM. 'The fact that there is a little bit of tension between those two companies and even the fans, it makes it even better for what we're doing on air. The fact that there are more companies that are succeeding at record-breaking levels is even better for our brand, and the big reason why we're going 24/7.' Pro wrestling also can claim — at least on satellite radio — for being on an level playing field with professional sports leagues and major college conferences in having a dedicated channel. 'The appetite for wrestling content continues to increase, and we're able to uniquely meet the demand of those fans by delivering a new 24/7 channel just for them,' said Jared Fox, SiriusXM's Senior Vice President for Sports Programming, Content Marketing & Partnerships, and Artist Relations. 'We have a long track record of building dedicated sports channels that fans love." LaGreca said he is hoping to add more analysts as well as continue to seek input from fans on possible additions or lineup changes.
Al Arabiya
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Arabiya
SiriusXM Launches 24/7 Pro Wrestling Channel on July 1
Pro wrestling has gone from a once-a-week show on SiriusXM to having its own channel. The satellite radio provider announced Thursday that Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 will take over Channel 156 beginning Tuesday. Channel 156 has been SiriusXM Fight Nation, which has carried pro wrestling, MMA, and boxing shows. 'I couldn't be more excited,' said Dave LaGreca, the longtime host of Busted Open, which started as a one-hour weekly show in 2009. 'I really owe it to our fans. They've really been dedicated and asked for this for years. It's a dream come true to actually see it form. And now it's about to happen.' Busted Open expanded to five days a week in 2018 before going to six days one year later. It will have a live episode seven days a week from 9 a.m.–noon EDT on the new channel featuring LaGreca with wrestling stars Bully Ray, Mark Henry, and Tommy Dreamer. The show has appealed to fans of both WWE and AEW, with video clips of interviews getting plenty of engagement on social media. The channel's daily lineup will also feature programs from Sam Roberts, Peter Rosenberg, Jonathan Coachman, Natalya, and Matt Cardona. Five nights a week there will be a Busted Open After Dark program where fans can call in and react after WWE and AEW shows. 'The great thing is we're not associated with WWE or AEW, so we can give our honest opinion about both products,' said LaGreca, who signed a multi-year extension with SiriusXM. 'The fact that there is a little bit of tension between those two companies and even the fans, it makes it even better for what we're doing on air. The fact that there are more companies that are succeeding at record-breaking levels is even better for our brand and the big reason why we're going 24/7.' Pro wrestling also can claim–at least on satellite radio–for being on a level playing field with professional sports leagues and major college conferences in having a dedicated channel. 'The appetite for wrestling content continues to increase, and we're able to uniquely meet the demand of those fans by delivering a new 24/7 channel just for them,' said Jared Fox, SiriusXM's Senior Vice President for Sports Programming, Content Marketing & Partnerships, and Artist Relations. 'We have a long track record of building dedicated sports channels that fans love.' LaGreca said he is hoping to add more analysts as well as continue to seek input from fans on possible additions or lineup changes.
