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National Post
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
WWE's Nattie Neidhart talks NWA's Crockett Cup, Kenzie Paige, Roxanne Perez and more
WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of No Holds Barred, Postmedia wrestling writer Jan Murphy and Postmedia's Rob Wong are joined by WWE superstar and Toronto Sun guest columnist, Nattie Neidhart to talk about her experience wrestling NWA Women's Champion Kenzie Paige at the Crockett Cup, facing off against Becky Lynch and Roxanne Perez on Monday Night RAW and if she remembers meeting a young Roxanne many years ago on an episode of Total Divas.
Toronto Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
WWE's Nattie Neidhart talks NWA's Crockett Cup, Kenzie Paige, Roxanne Perez and more
WWE Superstar Nattie Neidhart poses before her NWA Crockett Cup title match against NWA Women's Champion Kenzie Paige on May 17, 2025 at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Photo by @natbynature / Instagram WATCH BELOW: On the latest episode of No Holds Barred, Postmedia wrestling writer Jan Murphy and Postmedia's Rob Wong are joined by WWE superstar and Toronto Sun guest columnist, Nattie Neidhart to talk about her experience wrestling NWA Women's Champion Kenzie Paige at the Crockett Cup, facing off against Becky Lynch and Roxanne Perez on Monday Night RAW and if she remembers meeting a young Roxanne many years ago on an episode of Total Divas. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Canada Canada Toronto Maple Leafs Golf World
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gail Kim Misses NWA Crockett Cup Appearance Due To Illness, Issues Statement
Gail Kim is on the mend. Kim was scheduled to be the special guest referee in the Kenzie Paige versus Natalya match at NWA Crockett Cup. However, the TNA Knockouts legend was unable to appear due to an unfortunate illness. Gail Kim issued a statement and apologized for missing the event, but she had to remove herself from the show due to experiencing COVID-like symptoms. Advertisement Gail Kim pulled herself from the show out of caution, and promised to make it up to NWA fans in the future. 'I am sorry to have to announce that I cannot make it to the Crockett Cup today in Philadelphia. I hate to let the fans down and most of all Nattie and Kenzie,' Gail wrote on Twitter/X. 'But post cruise last Sunday, I went down hard and have been suffering severe flu/covid symptoms. I did not want to announce in hopes to make a full recovery by today. But I am still experiencing a high fever and have had to cancel this am. 'I promise to make it up to the NWA fans and Billy and hope to come back for another event. I am so disappointed as I was looking forward to being the referee for the women's championship title today. Wishing the best of luck to everyone in Philadelphia today and especially the ladies who I know will be bringing down the 2300 Arena tonight!' Kenzie Paige highlights what Gail Kim has meant to her NWA Women's World Champion Kenzie Paige spoke with WrestleZone Managing Editor Bill Pritchard ahead of the Crockett Cup. Paige highlighted the mentor-like role Gail Kim took in her career, noting that Gail has always been there to give her guidance along the way. Advertisement '[I am a] huge Gail Kim fan. And I've also tried to [stay in contact] — I don't bother her much, but I have tried to stay in contact and send matches as I've progressed and gotten better. Because she is someone, personally, that I really care about her opinion. From when I was way younger, wrestling Jordynne Grace on the independent scene to now she's my special guest ref against Nattie Neidhart. For what it's worth, she's got to see a little bit of my growth and evolution as I say… That is a very big deal to me in my personal life. 'And to see everything kind of come into play, it's like all one big circle for me. So, to have her as a special guest ref once again,' Paige said. 'And like I said, I've tried to keep her up to date with what I am doing and everything I've done thus far. So, for her to be a part of this big moment and this big match-up is almost like God kind of set that up for me.' Read More: Kenzie Paige Picked A Fight With Natalya, Says It's Much More Than A Dream Match The post Gail Kim Misses NWA Crockett Cup Appearance Due To Illness, Issues Statement appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Time of India
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Natalya stuns at NWA debut, sparks controversy with ringside altercation
Image via WWE Natalya, competing under her real name Nattie Neidhart, stepped into the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) ring for the first time on Saturday night to challenge Kenzie Paige for the NWA Women's Championship . While the result didn't go in her favor, the WWE veteran ensured her presence was felt long after the bell. Natalya made her entrance to Rage Against the Machine's iconic track 'Killing in the Name,' a theme she previously used during her appearance at Bloodsport. Despite a spirited performance, she was unable to dethrone reigning champion Kenzie Paige, who retained her title in what fans described as a hard-fought contest. Originally, former WWE and TNA star Gail Kim was scheduled to be the special guest referee for the bout. However, Kim was ruled out due to flu-like symptoms, forcing a last-minute change to the officiating duties. Viral moment steals spotlight The post-match drama eclipsed the in-ring action. Shortly after her loss, Natalya was seen confronting a heckler near the ringside area. Footage that surfaced online showed her slapping the fan and attempting to throw additional strikes before security intervened. While many speculate the altercation was part of a scripted angle, the intensity of the moment has sparked debate among fans and insiders alike. The incident quickly went viral on social media, with some applauding the emotional display and others questioning the blurred line between performance and reality. Natalya has remained tight-lipped about the incident so far, and there is no official word from WWE or NWA on whether any disciplinary action or storyline fallout will follow. Natalya's journey from WWE to NWA and beyond Natalya has kept busy outside WWE's main spotlight. After signing a new contract with WWE last year, she has made infrequent appearances on RAW throughout 2025. Earlier this year, she competed in the Women's Intercontinental Title tournament but failed to advance. In addition to her WWE commitments, Natalya has been exploring other wrestling promotions. Her recent appearances, including a notable victory over Miyu Yamashita at Bloodsport, show her eagerness to expand her in-ring profile. She has also been forming new alliances on WWE programming, notably with Maxxine Dupri, suggesting that she remains an integral part of WWE's evolving women's division storylines. As Natalya balances her WWE role with outside appearances and stirring moments like the Crockett Cup altercation, fans eagerly await the next chapter in her distinguished career - one that continues to blur the lines between reality and wrestling drama.
Newsweek
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Former WWE Superstar To Make AEW Debut
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. In his home state of Michigan, wrestling legend Rhyno is slated to appear at upcoming All Elite Wrestling and Ring of Honor television tapings. At the same time, AEW unveiled a stacked card for its next Dynamite episode. AEW announced via social media that the Detroit native and former ECW World Champion, Rhyno, will make an appearance during the company's TV tapings in Detroit on May 7th and May 8th, 2025. "The Man Beast" RHINO will appear LIVE in Detroit at the Masonic Temple Theatre Wednesday 5/7 and Thursday 5/8 When AEW + @RingOfHonor return to the Motor City! Get your tickets NOW at — All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) May 5, 2025 While it wasn't specified if "The War Machine" will see in-ring action, his presence is sure to excite the Michigan fanbase. Rhyno, who also held the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship, became a free agent after departing TNA Wrestling in December 2024. Following his AEW/ROH appearance, he is scheduled to challenge NWA Champion Thom Latimer at the Crockett Cup on May 17th. Rhyno joins a list of former ECW standouts like Rob Van Dam, Sabu, and Raven who have appeared for AEW. Jerry Lynn and Taz hold prominent backstage and commentary roles, respectively. This news comes as AEW recently announced plans for a residency at the famed 2300 Arena (formerly ECW Arena) in Philadelphia. Looking ahead to the next episode of AEW Dynamite, several high-profile matches and segments have been confirmed. In a blockbuster trios match, The Young Bucks (Matthew & Nicholas Jackson) will team with Ricochet to face the formidable alliance of Swerve Strickland, "Speedball" Mike Bailey, and Mark Briscoe. This encounter stems from The Elite costing Strickland the AEW World Championship at Dynasty, with tensions further escalating after The Elite's eight-man tag team victory last week over a team that included Bailey and Briscoe. This photo shows AEW owner Tony Khan on April 20, 2022, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Khan spoke with Newsweek recently about the company coming to New York City for a large event. This photo shows AEW owner Tony Khan on April 20, 2022, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Khan spoke with Newsweek recently about the company coming to New York City for a large event. AEW More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Another heated rivalry sees Samoa Joe go one-on-one with Claudio Castagnoli. Joe has been embroiled in a bitter feud with members of the Blackpool Combat Club, and Castagnoli intensified matters by viciously attacking Katsuyori Shibata on a previous episode. This match serves as a crucial prelude to the steel cage match between Joe and Jon Moxley scheduled for May 14th. Additionally, former AEW Women's World Champion Jamie Hayter will have an exclusive sit-down interview with Renee Paquette. Hayter has her sights set on Mercedes Moné and the finals of the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament at Double or Nothing. This path could potentially lead her to a confrontation with current AEW Women's World Champion Toni Storm at All In later this year. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
