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Newsweek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Popular AEW Wrestler Breaks Silence On Mysterious Absence
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. AEW star Keith Lee has provided an encouraging update regarding his health and his eventual return to the squared circle, assuring fans he is doing well despite a prolonged absence from television. Lee has been out of action since December 2023, an absence necessitated by his undergoing double surgery in early 2024. Addressing his in-ring future in response to a fan on social media who expressed hope to see him compete again, Lee stated, "You have my appreciation. I am quite well! Only time will tell when or where, but I am confident that time will come. Have patience my friend. Lead with Love. Be well." Lee's last match for AEW was a victory over Brian Cage on the Holiday Bash episode of Collision in December 2023, and he was recently spotted backstage at an AEW Collision taping in Houston. Lee's journey in professional wrestling saw him first make a major name for himself in WWE's NXT brand. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation He signed with WWE in 2018 and had a memorable run in NXT, becoming the first person in the brand's history to hold both the NXT Championship and the NXT North American Championship simultaneously in July 2020. Lee was called up to the Raw brand in August 2020 but faced disruptions due to health issues, including a severe bout with COVID-19 and subsequent heart inflammation, which kept him sidelined for a significant period. Despite these challenges, he made a return before being released by WWE in November 2021. "The Limitless One" then made his impactful AEW debut in February 2022. In AEW, Lee formed a popular and successful tag team with Swerve Strickland, known as Swerve In Our Glory, and the duo captured the AEW World Tag Team Championship in July 2022. All Elite Wrestling ALL IN at Wembley Stadium in London on August 27, 2023. All Elite Wrestling ALL IN at Wembley Stadium in London on August 27, 2023. Courtesy of AEW Following their eventual split and a subsequent feud, Lee continued as a singles competitor before his injury-related hiatus. Lee nor AEW has yet to confirm exactly what has sidelined him. His recent update signals a determined focus on recovery and an expected return to AEW when he is fully cleared. AEW could use someone like Lee in the ring and what he brings to the table and its roster. He is a really good in-ring worker and has limitless dream matches waiting for him. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Oba Femi drops bombshell on Stephanie Vaquer, Myles Borne relationship ahead of NXT Battleground
Image via WWE WWE's NXT Battleground 2025 is already making headlines, and not just for its action-packed lineup. In a recent interview, NXT Champion Oba Femi stirred buzz by confirming what had long been rumoured: NXT Women's Champion Stephanie Vaquer is dating fellow wrestler and Battleground challenger Myles Borne. NXT gets a new power couple The revelation came during a promotional appearance on WFLA News Channel 8, where Femi and Vaquer were interviewed ahead of Sunday's event. While discussing his title defence against Borne, Femi casually remarked, 'I'm looking forward to beating up Stephanie Vaquer's boyfriend [Myles Borne] for a little bit.' The comment confirmed weeks of speculation that the two rising stars were romantically involved. Interview: WWE Superstars Oba Femi, Stephanie Vaquer on hopes for Memorial Day Takeover Femi elaborated further, expressing respect for Borne's rise through the ranks, but issued a strong warning: 'At the end of the day, this is not a Disney movie. You don't get the happy ending. You don't get to run off into the sunset with my belt.' The reaction on social media was immediate, with fans reacting to both the unexpected love story and the simmering rivalry. Though neither Vaquer nor Borne has publicly addressed the relationship, a photo of Vaquer with Borne's family that surfaced earlier this month had already fuelled speculation. The two have also been spotted together at social events, including a Kentucky Derby party. Interestingly, Myles Borne recently made headlines of his own after revealing that he is partially deaf - a moment that earned him widespread admiration from the NXT Universe. Now, with both his personal and professional lives in the spotlight, Borne heads into Battleground as one of the most talked-about superstars. Both Vaquer and Borne are scheduled for crucial title matches at Sunday's event. While Borne challenges Femi for the NXT Championship, Vaquer will defend her NXT Women's Title against TNA's Jordynne Grace in what promises to be a hard-hitting encounter. The event, airing on Peacock in the U.S. and Netflix internationally, will also feature Tony D'Angelo vs. Stacks, Trick Williams taking on Joe Hendry for the TNA World Title, and a six-man tag team clash involving Hank, Tank, and Josh Briggs against The Culling. As NXT's latest power couple garners attention, all eyes will be on whether their chemistry outside the ring translates to gold inside it - or whether personal stakes will raise the emotional temperature inside the squared circle. 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
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE NXT Battleground 2025: When and where to watch the event, featuring Joe Hendry, in India
WWE NXT Battleground 2025, one of the most eagerly awaited professional wrestling events of the year, is just a few short hours away. The show will be held in Tampa on May 25. It has created a great deal of buzz among fans as the likes of Oba Femi, Myles Bourne, and Stephanie Vaquer will be in action. Moreover, the TNA World Champion Joe Hendry will be defending the gold against Trick Williams in a match that can redefine the tenets of both companies. In India, NXT Battleground 2025 will be available to stream on Netflix on May 26. Are you ready for WWE NXT Battleground 2025? WWE NXT Battleground 2025 is set to stream on Netflix on May 26. The livestream will begin at 5:00 am. Viewers need to subscribe to the service to catch the action. .@joehendry puts his @ThisIsTNA World Title on the line against @_trickwilliams TOMORROW at #WWEBattleground! 📍 TAMPA🎟️ In India, a Netflix subscription costs between Rs 149 and Rs 649 per month. The exact plan depends on the plan in question. Netflix has been the go-to destination for WWE programming in India since April to this, WWE shows streamed live on SonyLiv. Who's in action at WWE NXT Battleground 2025? Myles Bourne, often referred to as 'the next Randy Orton, is set to challenge Oba Femi for the NXT Championship in one of the biggest fights of the night. Similarly, Joe Hendry will be putting the TNA title on the line against Trick Williams. Their feud has spanned across the WWE and TNA, making this a must-watch match. The event will also see Tony D'Angelo locking horns with Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, The card also includes a six-man tag match pitting Hank and Tank (Hank Walker and Tank Ledger) and Josh Briggs against The Culling. On the women's side of things, Stephanie Vaquer will be defending the NXT Women's title against Jordynne Grace. Additionally, the NXT Women's North American Championship will be up for grabs when Sol Ruca defends the belt against Kelani Jordan. Stay ahead of the game with the latest updates, match highlights, and insider stories from IPL, cricket, WWE, and more! Click here.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Oba Femi aims at WWE's newest couple before the title match
Stephanie Vaquer and Myles Borne (Image via WWE) T hings are heating up before NXT Battleground as Oba Femi gets ready to defend his NXT Championship against Myles Borne. This match was already big, but now it has become personal. What started as a title match has pivoted into a serious rivalry with real feelings involved. A big reason for this extra drama is the rumored relationship between Myles Borne and NXT Women's Champion Stephanie Vaquer. WWE couples are not new, but the timing of this news is making fans pay more attention. It is coming right before Borne's biggest match, adding more excitement and tension. Oba Femi talks about Myles Borne and Stephanie Vaquer Oba Femi made things personal when he spoke in an interview with WFLA's Stream Center. Instead of only talking about the match, he took a shot at Myles Borne by bringing up his relationship with Vaquer. This made the rivalry even more serious. 'I mean, I'm looking forward to, you know, beating up Stephanie's boyfriend for a little bit. But I have a one-on-one match with Miles Borne. He's uh—he's worked his way up the ranks and uh—he's won a couple matches to earn an opportunity for the NXT Championship, which I respect, but at the end of the day, this is not a Disney movie. You don't get the happy ending. You don't get to run off into the sunset with my belt. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Đăng ký Undo And uh—I'm going to retain on Sunday at the Yuengling Center. ' After those comments, Femi and Borne came face-to-face on NXT this week. The crowd could feel the tension. This is no longer just about wrestling. For Borne, it is now about regard and standing up for himself. Myles Borne's hard work and Stephanie Vaquer's big goals Myles Borne's journey to this match has been inspiring. He is partially deaf, but he has never let that stop him. He recently won a 25-man battle royal to earn this title shot. He has worked very hard and has become a role model for many people going through their own struggles. While Borne is focused on the NXT title, Stephanie Vaquer is in the headlines in her own way. She has been wrestling on main roster shows, which does not happen often for NXT stars. She even had a 15-minute match with Women's World Champion IYO SKY on the Raw after WrestleMania. The match ended suddenly when Roxanne Perez ran in and attacked Sky. Later, Vaquer shared her thoughts during an interview with WWE Die Woche. '(It was) good, but (there was) no finish in this match, no end, so I want more. I want one more, yeah, please, please. She's amazing so, I want one more.' Now, all eyes are on NXT Battleground. Fans are ready to see if Borne can win the biggest match of his career. With Femi's harsh words and Vaquer's rising star power, this match means a lot more than just a title. Also Read: WWE NXT star Stephanie Vaquer reveals powerful inspiration behind her iconic look 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.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Myles Borne Cuts Passionate Promo About Overcoming His Disability On WWE NXT
Myles Borne is empowered. At birth, Myles Borne was diagnosed with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn, a potentially deadly condition that renders newborns unable to breathe outside the uterus. While he ultimately survived PPHN, it left him with a noticeable hearing impairment. Advertisement On this week's episode of WWE NXT, Borne opened up about his struggle with being partially deaf. Despite them, Borne noted that he still aims to inspire those affected by similar conditions. Moreover, he plans to shock the world at NXT Battleground, when he challenges Oba Femi for the NXT Championship. 'We've been dancing around this whole thing for a while now, but I have a disability. I'm partially deaf. It affects my speech. It affects the way that I talk,' Borne said. 'But let me tell you something. Last week, when I eliminated Ethan Page and Shawn Spears [in the number one contender's battle royal], I heard y'all going crazy. I don't want to just be known as the deaf kid. I want to be judged by my ability, not by my disability. And that's what everyone with a disability wants to be judged by. 'So yeah, Battleground, I'm the underdog. I'm facing a dominant champion, but I'm fighting for all the kids out there who are struggling, fighting their own fight,' he continued. 'To prove that you too can achieve success. Oba Femi, I hope you're listening, because last week, they didn't give me a shot, but look what happened. May 25th, they're not giving me a shot, but I'm ready to shock the world again. I might be hard of hearing, but at Battleground I will hear [Mike] Rome announce me, Myles Borne, you're new NXT Champion.' Borne, a former amateur wrestler, signed with WWE in 2022. Currently, he resides on the NXT brand as a part of the No Quarter Catch Crew. Advertisement Most recently, Borne outlasted 24 other men, including Ethan Page and Shawn Spears, in a battle royal to secure himself a shot at the NXT Championship. This week, Borne put his number one contendership status on the line against Page in singles competition. Fortunately for him, he defeated Page to keep his status intact. RELATED: Myles Borne Praises NXT Experience, How It's Helped Overcome Challenges Of Being Deaf The post Myles Borne Cuts Passionate Promo About Overcoming His Disability On WWE NXT appeared first on Wrestlezone.
