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Perth Now
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Wrestling world mourns death of WWE legend
Trailblazing hardcore wrestler Sabu, who shot to fame in the 1990s, has died at 60. A cause of death has not been disclosed, according to Sabu, real name Terry Bunk, was a pioneer of hardcore wrestling, leaping from chairs and driving opponents through tables and barbed wire. The stuntsman was the nephew of WWE Hall of Famer, The Sheik, and became a star as part of Extreme Championship Wrestling. Sabu was one of the prominent faces of the wrestling scene during its meteoric rise in the '90s. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. He signed with WWE in 2006 and competed in marquee contests with the likes of Rey Mysterio and John Cena. In a touching tribute to the wrestler, WWE said it was 'saddened' by his death and reflected on his decorated career. 'Many of ECW's greatest matches featured Sabu doing battle with the likes of WWE Hall of Famers Rob Van Dam and Mick Foley, as well as The Sandman and his greatest rival, Tazz,' it said. 'One of his greatest accomplishments came when he and fellow ECW Originals, The Sandman, Tommy Dreamer and Van Dam were victorious at WrestleMania 23 in Sabu's native Detroit in front of over 80,000 fans.'
Newsweek
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Former WWE Champion May Be Returning At Backlash: Report
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. Anticipation is building for WWE's Backlash premium live event, with speculation that a significant surprise could be in store for fans in St. Louis. The WWE fans have been without a recent sighting of a top-tier talent, and this Saturday might mark his impactful reappearance. The main event is expected to be John Cena defending his Undisputed WWE Championship against Randy Orton. The WWE Intercontinental Championship will be on the line as Dominik Mysterio faces Penta. Lyra Valkyria is set to defend her WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship against Becky Lynch. In a non-title special attraction, GUNTHER will go one-on-one with Pat McAfee. The WWE United States Championship will be contested in a fatal four-way match as champion Jacob Fatu defends against Drew McIntyre, LA Knight, and Damian Priest. The superstar at the center of these return rumors is none other than "The American Nightmare," Cody Rhodes. His absence from WWE programming has been noticeable since his last major encounter in April. Regarding the possibility of Rhodes making an unexpected appearance, a source shared insights with It would make sense for Rhodes to show up as a surprise, and a source stated there has been a least one pitch for Rhodes to return at Backlash. However, they haven't heard 100% that's the direction. PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 06: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson reacts during a tag team fight with Roman Reigns against Cody Rhodes and Seth "Freakin" Rollins during Night One of WrestleMania 40 at Lincoln Financial Field... PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 06: Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson reacts during a tag team fight with Roman Reigns against Cody Rhodes and Seth "Freakin" Rollins during Night One of WrestleMania 40 at Lincoln Financial Field on April 06, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. More Rhodes' most recent match saw him defend his Undisputed WWE Championship against Cena. This marquee bout took place on Night 2 of WrestleMania 41, on April 20, 2025, where Cena went over to win the title. Beyond the championship clash, intriguing rumors suggest a star-studded tag team encounter could be on the horizon as Cena might align with Travis Scott for a future match, considering their on-screen alliance. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Their potential opponents are speculated to be another music powerhouse with proven WWE experience, Bad Bunny, who could find a partner in the returning Cody Rhodes. Such a pairing would undoubtedly create a monumental attraction, blending the worlds of sports entertainment and mainstream music. There is a backstory as Scott's controversial involvement at WrestleMania 41 saw him play a role in Cena's championship win over Rhodes. Adding further credibility to Scott's potential in-ring future, reports suggest he is currently training with WWE Hall of Famer Booker T. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Liv Morgan Is Stepping Away From WWE
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. Liv Morgan, one-half of the reigning WWE Women's Tag Team Champions, is set to step away from the squared circle for a while period to branch off into a new venture. This week's episode of Monday Night Raw featured a backstage interaction where Morgan approached the acting Raw General Manager, Nick Aldis, to request time off, which was granted, to accommodate her commitment to a major film project. The news of Morgan's impending hiatus aligns with earlier reports from On Monday, the wrestling news outlet indicated that a development concerning Morgan was on the horizon and slated for it to be revealed next week. Their latest update confirms the legitimacy of this project, stating that the film, in which Morgan is expected to play a major role, will be officially unveiled to the public next week. However, the exact duration of Morgan's absence from WWE television remains uncertain, leaving fans to speculate on when they might see her back in action. This development arrives at an interesting point in Morgan's WWE career. Currently holding the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship alongside Raquel Rodriguez, this marks their record-setting fourth reign with the coveted titles. Their recent championship journey has been filled with both triumph and adversity. HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Liv Morgan (L) wrestles Becky Lynch (R) during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Liv Morgan (L) wrestles Becky Lynch (R) during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Alex BierensAt WrestleMania 41, Morgan and Rodriguez initially lost the tag team gold to the duo of Becky Lynch and the returning Lyra Valkyria on the second night of the grand event. However, their setback was short-lived. On the very next episode of Raw, Morgan and Rodriguez successfully reclaimed the championships, with Morgan securing the pinfall victory over Valkyria. Looking back further, Morgan's career trajectory in WWE has been linked to a key storyline last year, most notably her deeply personal feud with Rhea Ripley. Following an injury at the hands of Ripley in 2022, Morgan returned with a vengeance at the 2024 Royal Rumble, proclaiming a "Revenge Tour" to stop Ripley's dominance as the queen of the division. This pursuit led her to capture the Women's World Championship from Lynch in May 2024. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Their animosity culminated in a heated encounter at SummerSlam, where Morgan defeated Ripley, with a surprising assist from Dominik Mysterio, who betrayed Ripley to align himself with Morgan, solidifying Morgan's heel turn. Their rivalry also involved other members of The Judgment Day and the eventual alliance between Morgan and Rodriguez. In early 2025, Ripley managed to reclaim the Women's World Championship from Morgan on Raw. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
