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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Chad Gable dismisses ‘El Grande Americano' speculation ahead of blockbuster WWE weekend
Chad Gable has once again denied persistent fan theories linking him to the masked Luchador, El Grande Americano. The rumors flared up after Monday Night RAW when Americano clinched a major victory in a Triple Threat Match against CM Punk and AJ Styles to qualify for the Men's Money in the Bank Ladder Match. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now But fans weren't just focused on the win, they noticed something peculiar: white wrestling boots with 'C.G.' engraved on the side, worn by Americano. commentator Michael Cole didn't miss the detail, and neither did fans online, reigniting speculation that Gable is moonlighting behind the mask. Chad Gable clears the air on gear swap Taking to social media, Gable attempted to explain the coincidence. He stated that El Grande Americano had lost his boots en route to Tulsa and simply borrowed Gable's as a last-minute fix. 'Really really proud of this guy! Even though I DID have to borrow him my boots (which he stretched out) last night because the airlines lost his,' Gable wrote. 'Big day for both of us Saturday, hombre!' His post hasn't convinced everyone, but it adds another layer of amusement to what many see as WWE's most playful mystery. Both Gable and El Grande Americano are set for high-stakes action this Saturday in California. El Grande Americano will take part in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match alongside Solo Sikoa, LA Knight, Penta, Seth Rollins, and Andrade at the Intuit Dome. Earlier in the day, Gable will face El Hijo del Vikingo for the AAA Mega Championship at WWE and AAA's crossover event, Worlds Collide, at the Kia Forum. The packed schedule, along with their uncanny overlap - has only added fuel to the fire. Yet, WWE seems happy to let the speculation continue, leaning into the mystery for maximum fan engagement. PENTA Nearly Paralyzed Chad Gable with STUPID MOVE Veteran wrestling figure Dutch Mantell recently commented on Gable's match last week, where a botched move by Penta nearly led to injury. Mantell stressed that both superstars share responsibility for the miscue but applauded Gable's professionalism and poise in the ring. Whether or not Chad Gable is El Grande Americano remains an open question, and a highly entertaining one at that. As WWE prepares for a massive weekend, fans are left to wonder: will the truth be revealed, or is the mystery part of the magic?
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
CM Punk, AJ Styles, and El Grande Americano to lock horns in Money in the Bank qualifier on WWE RAW
The road to the Money in the Bank 2025 Ladder Match reaches its final turn on the June 2 episode of WWE Raw. In a triple-threat match, CM Punk, AJ Styles, and El Grande Americano will clash for the sole remaining spot in the men's ladder match, set to take place on June 7. Solo Sikoa, Seth Rollins, LA Knight, Andrade, and Penta have already secured their spots in the MITB Ladder Match. One spot remains, which will be fought among the WWE Raw stars. The announcement came during the May 30 episode of WWE Smackdown, revealing that AJ Styles and CM Punk will face each other for the first time inside a WWE ring since the 2025 Royal Rumble. While they've never met in a singles or triple threat match in WWE before, their highly acclaimed matches in Ring of Honor back in 2004 make this a must-watch. However, both stars come to the match with rivalries brewing. Seth Rollins remains the key obstacle in CM Punk's title chase CM Punk makes a surprise appearance on #WWERaw to make Seth Rollins GTS. 🔥 CM Punk's road to this qualifier is filled with tension, mainly because of his ongoing feud with Seth Rollins and the newly formed faction, which includes Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker, and Bronson Reed. The rivalry heated up recently when Punk ran from behind to hit Rollins with a surprise GTS on last week's Raw, leaving the faction stunned. This bitter feud dates back to earlier clashes, such as the triple threat match at WrestleMania 41, where Seth Rollins defeated CM Punk and Roman Reigns with Paul Heyman's help. More recently, Rollins' faction, with Bronson Reed's support, secured a victory over Punk and Sami Zayn in a tag team match on Saturday Night's Main Event, adding more fuel to the fire. Seth Rollins has already qualified for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match, where CM Punk may end up facing him if the 'Second City Saint' qualifies in the upcoming WWE Raw episode. AJ Styles and El Grande Americano clash amid rivalry Chad Gable just got cooked by AJ Styles #WWERAW AJ Styles enters this qualifier with his own set of grievances, particularly towards El Grande Americano. Styles suspects that El Grande is, in fact, Chad Gable, who allegedly assisted The Judgment Day in a previous tag team match against Styles and Penta. This suspicion led to a backstage altercation where Styles attacked Gable, further fueling the animosity between them. Chad Gable, having previously failed to qualify on May 26, sees this match as a second chance to prove himself (as El Grande Americano). As the final spot in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match hangs in the balance, the intertwining rivalries and personal vendettas promise a thrilling and unpredictable contest on Raw.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Giulia and LA Knight qualify for WWE Money in the Bank 2025
Money in the Bank (Image via WWE) The countdown to WWE 's Money in the Bank 2025 has officially begun, and things are already getting wild. Two high-stakes qualifying matches took place on SmackDown, and both delivered big results. One featured a rising star making her SmackDown debut, while the other showed off a fan-favorite veteran pulling off a clever win. With the event just weeks away, these matches brought even more hype to one of WWE's most exciting nights of the year. Money in the Bank is always full of surprises, and this year's event, scheduled for June 7 at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, promises to be no different. The men's and women's ladder matches allow superstars to earn a title shot any time they want. That is why qualifying is so important, and Giulia and LA Knight made sure to grab their moment. Giulia shines in her first WWE match The night started with a Women's Money in the Bank Qualifying Match. It was a Triple Threat match between Charlotte Flair , Zelina Vega , and Giulia . Flair has won almost everything in WWE, but Money in the Bank is the one prize she has never held. Zelina Vega, the Women's US Champion, was also hungry for a big win. But it was Giulia who stood out the most. Even though this was the first match of Giulia on SmackDown, she looked like a star from the very beginning. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025: Steel Suppliers From Mexico At Lowest Prices (Take A Look) Steel Suppliers | search ads Search Now Undo The match had many wild moments. Flair put Vega in the Figure Eight submission hold, and it looked like she might win. But Giulia flew off the top rope, crushed Flair to break the hold, and took control of the match. Giulia qualifies for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match: SmackDown highlights, May 23, 2025 Giulia then picked up Vega and hit a strong Northern Lights Bomb. That move was enough to get the three-count and win the match. Now she is officially in the Women's Money in the Bank Ladder Match, joining Alexa Bliss, Rhea Ripley, and Roxanne Perez. Two more women will still qualify in the coming days. La Knight outsmarts his rivals to qualify Later in the show, the men had their own Triple Threat Qualifying Match. LA Knight took on Shinsuke Nakamura and Aleister Black . Just like the women's match, this one was full of action from start to finish. All three superstars came close to winning at different times. Toward the end, Aleister Black hit Nakamura with his powerful Black Mass kick. It looked like the match was over. But LA Knight saw his chance. He threw Black out of the ring and quickly pinned Nakamura. The referee counted to three, and just like that, Knight had earned his spot in the Men's Ladder Match. LA Knight qualifies for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match: SmackDown highlights, May 23, 2025 Now, LA Knight joins Solo Sikoa as the first two confirmed men in the Money in the Bank match. More qualifiers will happen on Raw and SmackDown next week. Fans can not wait to see who else will join the lineup. The road to Money in the Bank is heating up, and both Giulia and LA Knight are ready to climb the ladder to greatness. Also Read: Top women's division stars qualify for Money in the Bank ladder match on WWE RAW Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rhea Ripley rockets into Money in the Bank mayhem; Zoey Stark out
WWE's women's division just got its kicker with Rhea Ripley 's entry into the Women's Money in the Bank Ladder Match. With this comeback, Ripley would be officially joining Roxanne Perez and Alexa Bliss with three other spots to be filled in further matches in a must-watch showdown. The final is scheduled for June 7, 2025 in Inglewood, California. The Monday Night Raw that took place on May 19th decided this twist. What was originally supposed to be a triple threat qualifier, the match turned more into a one on one match after Zoey Stark suffered a knee injury early on. An injury so bad that the officials had to help her out. The pace of the match between Ripley and Kairi Sane , then, slowed down for a moment. Kairi, herself making a return after months long injury, showed no signs of rust. Her high-flying offense and ring savvy pushed Ripley to the limit. But the 'Eradicator' was not to be denied. Timing a brutal counter to Sane's InSane Elbow, Ripley delivered a thunderous Riptide that sealed the deal and punched her ticket to Money in the Bank. Rhea Ripley's net worth is set to go up in the near future. Source: X Live Events This victory over Kairi and entry into the finals marks a major comeback for Ripley. With a briefcase to lure, Ripley seems prepared with her everlasting moves to put up a classic fight. Also read: Winners ahead of WWE Saturday Night's main event With Alexa Bliss, a veteran of chaos, and Roxanne Perez, a rising star with plenty to prove, already in the mix, this year's ladder match is building serious buzz. And Ripley's inclusion only adds fuel to the fire. Will Ripley rise to the occasion and reclaim her dominance? One thing's for sure – the road to Money in the Bank just got a lot more dangerous. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
