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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
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Two shocking title changes shake the WWE NXT landscape
WWE NXT saw two shocking title changes take place on this week's episode. NXT presented the May 27th edition of the show from the Capitol Wrestling Center. The event featured the fallout from their latest Premium Live Event, NXT Battleground, which was a spectacular show. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now However, this week's episode threw a major curveball towards the fans and caught them off guard with not one but two title changes on the same night. This came as a huge blow to two top NXT stars who were at the top of their game. Which NXT Champions lost their titles after the Battleground PLE? Two huge title matches were set in stone for the May 27th edition of WWE NXT. The first one saw the narcissist Ethan Page challenging Ricky Saints for the NXT North American Championship. The duo had begun to brawl even before the match officially started. This led to General Manager Ava coming down and turning the title bout into a no-disqualification match. Following the change in stipulation, they clashed in a classic showdown, which garnered loud cheers from the WWE Universe. The action spilled across the ringside and was an evenly matched contest. It came down to the final moments as All Ego connected with his finishing move on Saints to become the new NXT North American Champion. In the main event, Stephanie Vaquer was set to defend her NXT Women's Championship against Jacy Jayne following their backstage altercation at Battleground. La Primera took control of the bout, but Jayne also fought back with her fury. The match was a captivating sight as both competitors realised what was at stake. In a shocking twist, as Vaquer had connected with the Devil's Kiss, Jayne's cohorts, Fallon Henley, and Jazmyn Nyx came into the mix. On the side of the ring, Nyx distracted the referee, and Henley nailed Vaquer with a kick and rolled her into the ring. Jayne put the final nail in the coffin by hitting a thunderous punch and pinning The Dark Angel to win the NXT Women's Championship in a major shocker, which has now changed the landscape of the brand. Also read:
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ricky Saints: Polar Opposites Attract; That Chemistry Creates The Best Matches
Ricky Saints has friction with Ethan Page, but he believes that only makes for a good match. Saints is set to defend his NXT North American Championship against Ethan Page on Tuesday's episode of NXT. Saints previously defended and retained the title against Page at NXT Stand & Deliver, but the feud has continued to heat up ever since then. Advertisement Ricky Saints spoke with WrestleZone Managing Editor Bill Pritchard at WrestleMania Media Day about his feud with Ethan Page, who, like him, left AEW to join NXT. There are some similarities between the two, but their personalities are very different. Despite that contrast, Saints said their dynamic brings out the best in each other. 'Polar opposites attract, of course, and I'm no stranger to Ethan. We have met before on the indies and other places, things of that nature, so I think having that chemistry only creates the best types of matches and outcomes,' Ricky Saints said. Ricky Saints is focused on the present Plenty of things come to mind when fans think about Ricky Saints' career. This ranges from his various title wins to his AEW exit to his new name in NXT, among other topics. Is there anything that Saints wants fans to focus on more, or something that he feels deserves more attention? Advertisement 'I think it's just really focusing on my current work right now, and stuff that I'm trying to do currently,' Ricky Saints said. 'I would just focus on the effort I'm putting out there right now.' In closing, Saints was asked if he had a message for Page ahead of Stand & Deliver, so he offered a simple preview of what was to come. 'Hey, bud, you're gonna lose,' Saints said. Could the same ring true on Tuesday's episode of NXT? We'll have to wait and find out. Check out our full interview with Ricky Saints below: Read More: Ricky Saints Shares Original Pitch For His Name In NXT The post Ricky Saints: Polar Opposites Attract; That Chemistry Creates The Best Matches appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
NXT North American Championship Match Set For WWE NXT
Ricky Saints will challenge for the gold on the April 1st episode of WWE NXT. Saints has crossed paths with NXT North American Champion Shawn Spears in recent weeks. They had a heated confrontation on the March 25th episode of WWE NXT, as Saints told Spears that he was coming for the title, and Spears referenced Saints' exit from AEW. The broadcast team then confirmed that Saints will challenge Spears for the title on the April 1st episode of WWE NXT. This will be Saints' third match on NXT television. In his debut, he and Je'Von Evans beat Wes Lee and Ethan Page. Saints then defeated Ridge Holland on the March 18th episode of WWE NXT. Additionally, Trick Williams called out NXT Champion Oba Femi to come find him on the show, as he has been determined to regain the title. Plus, Ava teased that she would make an announcement about determining a new challenger for double champion Stephanie Vaquer. WrestleZone has coverage of NXT as it airs every Tuesday. READ MORE: The post NXT North American Championship Match Set For WWE NXT appeared first on Wrestlezone.
