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Hindustan Times
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
R-Truth breaks silence on whether his WWE exit was scripted or not
R-Truth recently addressed his WWE departure, revealing whether it was part of a larger storyline or a genuine exit. Earlier this month, the veteran superstar announced that his contract had expired and he was leaving the company, sparking an outpouring of support from fans and fellow wrestlers. However, just a week later, he made a surprise return at the end of the Money in the Bank event, leaving many to wonder what happened. Also Read: WWE WrestleMania 42 returns to Las Vegas in 2026: Triple H reveals why R-Truth shocked fans by attacking former rival John Cena during his tag match with Logan Paul against Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso at Money in the Bank. The surprise move fueled speculation about whether his WWE exit was a storyline or a real departure, followed by a re-signing. Following the match, a fan posted R-Truth's video on social media, adding that everyone got 'worked' up on his departure. Responding to the post, the R-truth wrote, 'No work,' clarifying that he was indeed released from the company earlier this month, ITRWrestling. According to Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful, those within WWE believed R-Truth's departure was legitimate and not part of a storyline. Reports suggest that a new deal may have been finalized just days before his unexpected return at Money in the Bank. Also Read: R-Truth back with WWE after public backlash; to continue under a new name - Report While a couple of reports and Truth himself have insisted that his departure was scripted, Triple H claims otherwise. At the 2025 Money in the Bank post-show press conference, WWE Chief Content Officer was asked whether R-Truth's exit was genuine or part of a larger storyline. He implied that the whole situation may have been planned all along. He said, 'Enjoying the show? Whole part of the show.' R-Truth's shocking return has left fans buzzing, and all eyes are now on what comes next for the longtime WWE superstar.
Business Standard
07-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Nazara Tech spurts on wrestling media acquisition
Nazara Technologies rose 5.28% to Rs 1067.50 after its subsidiary, Absolute Sports, signed definitive agreements to acquire and The $1.25 million (~Rs 10.5 crore) all-cash deal will be executed through the company's U.S. arm, Sportskeeda Inc., and is expected to close within 45 days. The assets are being acquired from Titan Insider Digital. Founded in 2009 and 2020 respectively, TJRWrestling and ITRWrestling have built a loyal fan base among wrestling enthusiasts, drawing 1.7 million monthly active users and 4.6 million monthly pageviews largely from North America. In 2024, they generated revenue of $722K (~Rs 6.1 crore). This strategic acquisition strengthens Absolute Sports leadership in combat sports media and expands Sportskeedas footprint in the U.S., the heartland of pro-wrestling fandom. The integration is expected to boost fan engagement and open up new digital monetization avenues. Ajay Pratap Singh, CEO of Absolute Sports, commented: "ITRWrestling and TJRwrestling are two of the most respected voices in the global wrestling community. This acquisition aligns perfectly with our vision to be the leading go-to destination for wrestling content worldwide. It also reinforces Absolute Sports dedication to expanding its footprint in the fast-growing U.S. media market through a targeted and impactful M&A strategy." Nazara is India's only listed gaming and e-sports company, with majority ownership of several leading gaming and esports brands with presence in India, the US, and other global markets. The company reported a 52.89% decline in consolidated net profit from continuing operations to Rs 13.68 crore on a 66.88% increase in revenue from operations to Rs 534.69 crore in Q3 FY25 over Q3 FY24.
