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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive: Veteran writer calls Rusev's latest WWE run 'horrible', reveals what has gone wrong
Rusev returned to the WWE on the Raw after WrestleMania 41 and destroyed the Alpha Academy (Otis and Akira Tozawa) in the cruelest way possible. Many expected this to be the beginning of a dominant run for the star who was previously with the Stamford-based promotion from 2010 to 2020. However, over a month later, he is yet to make a major impact. In an exclusive interaction with Indiatimes, veteran writer Vince Russo called its second stint with the company 'horrible' and revealed why it is not working. Vince Russo is not a fan of Rusev's latest run with the WWE Rusev has had merely two matches since returning to the WWE on the Raw after WrestleMania 41. In the first one, he beat Otis. The other one saw him squash Akira Tozawa in a matter of minutes. There was also a significant time gap in his matches against the lower midcard talents as the WWE relied on packaged promos to build an aura around the powerhouse. In them, the former Miro spoke about wanting to 'redeem' himself. According to Vince Russo– a writer who worked with the WWE in the 90s– the promos are 'meaningless' and Rusev does not have a storyline to work with. '(The run is) horrible. Nothing special. There is no story upon his return. Those vignettes are meaningless,' he told Indiatimes. Rusev was paired with Lana, who later married him in real life in 2016, during his first run with the company. Lana acted as his manager and helped him generate heat through her caustic promos. This established him as a bankable heel and paved the way for him to win the US title on three occasions. Russo feels that Lana's absence too has detailed the second run even before it started. 'They needed him to come back with Lana. He's going to be just another name on the roster,' said the writer. Interestingly, Lana too is currently with the WWE under a 'Legends' deal. As such, there is a possibility of her being paired with Rusev again. What's next for Rusev? As seen on the latest episode of Raw, Rusev is likely to feud with Sheamus now that his rivalry with Otis and Akira is the rearview. The Irish brawler confronted 'The Bulgarian Brute' on the red brand this week and stopped him for doing some permanent damage to Akira. This may pave the way fore meatier feuds down the line
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WWE Monday Night Raw Results & Winners on May 26: Who Won?
The WWE Monday Night Raw for May 26, 2025, streamed live on Netflix, and fans were eager to see the results. The event took place at the Yuengling Center in Tampa, Florida, with Michael Cole and Pat McAfee on commentary. It featured a World Tag Team Title match and multiple Money in the Bank qualifying matches. Below is the list of winners and losers from the night. List of Netflix's WWE Monday Night Raw matches and winners on May 26 The night opened with a highlight reel from Saturday Night's Main Event, which included John Cena's victory over R-Truth. This was followed by pre-show arrivals from Jey Uso, Lyra Valkyria, Sami Zayn, Finn Bálor, and JD McDonagh. Advertisement Seth Rollins and his expanding alliance appeared in the opening segment. The Judgment Day Clubhouse featured later, along with appearances from Akira Tozawa, Rusev, Sami Zayn, Jey Uso, and others. Five matches were held during the night. Penta vs. Chad Gable vs. Dragon Lee In the first match of the night, Penta, Chad Gable, and Dragon Lee competed for a spot in the upcoming Money in the Bank event. Penta eventually secured the win. Rusev vs. Akira Tozawa In the second match, Akira Tozawa faced Rusev. WWE has been actively pushing Rusev since his return, and this match continued that trend. The Bulgarian Brute earned another decisive victory via submission. The New Day vs. the Creed Brothers vs. the War Raiders World Tag Team Champions Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods of The New Day defended their titles against Brutus and Julius Creed of the Creed Brothers and Erik and Ivar of the War Raiders. The New Day retained their titles via pinfall. Kairi Sane vs. Liv Morgan Kairi Sane competed against WWE Women's Tag Team Champion Liv Morgan (accompanied by Raquel Rodriguez). Despite an attack from Roxanne Perez, Sane managed to win the match. Seth Rollins vs. Finn Bálor vs. Sami Zayn In the night's second and final Money in the Bank qualifying match, Rollins, Bálor, and Sami Zayn faced off. Seth Rollins won the match. However, CM Punk arrived and attacked him just as the show ended. The post WWE Monday Night Raw Results & Winners on May 26: Who Won? appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE Raw results May 26: Rusev crushes Akira Tozawa but meets his match in Sheamus
Rusev crushed Akira Tozawa on the latest episode of WWE Raw in what was The Bulgarian Brute's second match since returning to the promotion after WrestleMania 41. After the match, he had a stare-down with Sheamus. The Irish star appears to be the former Miro's first major opponent after a placeholder feud with Otis and Akira, who are a part of The Alpha Academy. Rusev makes short work of Akira Tozawa Akira Tozawa started his match against Rusev on a strong note and even managed to take him off his feet. The recently returned powerhouse, however, turned the tide in no time and applied the accolade to his foe. Sheamus and Rusev go face to face.#WWERAW Akira tapped out almost instantly, giving Rusev an easy win. The Bulgarian refused to let go even when the match was over. This forced Sheamus, who has been on friendly terms with The Alpha Academy in recent times, to make the save. 'The Great White' had a stare down with Rusev. However, the latter exited the ring without coming to blows with Sheamus. What has Sheamus been doing in recent times? Sheamus made his return to WWE programming a few weeks ago and beat Austin Theory. He then beat Grayson Waller, Theory's teammate, in an equally convincing manner. Rusev, on the other hand, destroyed Otis over a month ago and then intimidated the roster when with intense promos. His win over Akira Tozawa was his second one (in as many matches) since rejoining the WWE following a run with Tony Khan's All Elite Wrestling (AEW).
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From Rusev to Dominik Mysterio: 3 possible feuds for Sheamus now that he is back on WWE programming
Sheamus, who was left off the WrestleMania 41 card, returned to WWE programming a a few weeks ago and defeated Austin Theory in a one-sided match. This week, he picked up a win over Grayson Waller on Raw. These victories have re-established 'The Great White' as a force to reckon with. He, however, is still without a major feud or a concrete storyline. Here is a look at three potential opponents for Sheamus now that he is back. Hunt down a brute The WWE may have already laid the groundwork for a feud between Sheamus and Rusev. 'The Redeemer' is currently making life difficult for Otis and Akira Tozawa. He defeated Otis in his first and only match since returning to the promotion after WrestleMania 41. Rusev is now set to take on Akira on this week's Raw. Sheamus was recently seen boosting the Japanese star's confidence ahead of the match. As such, there is a chance of Rusev and Sheamus crossing paths on Raw on Monday. Pursue the IC title again Sheamus needs to win the Intercontinental title to become a Grand Slam Champion in the WWE. Dominik Mysterio is the current IC champion, which makes him the perfect target for the veteran star. The fact that 'Daddy Dom' is still part of the heel group The Judgement Day and Sheamus' a face, suggests that the feud could work. Revive his rivalry with Bron Breakker Sheamus had a memorable rivalry with Bron Breakker when 'The Badass' was the Intercontinental champion. The young Steiner, who longer holds the title, has emerged as one of the mainstays of the Raw since aligning with Seth Rollins and Paul Heyman after WrestleMania 41. As such, Sheamus could potentially re-enter the main event scene by reviving his feud with Breakker. 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
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rusev vs Sheamus feud reportedly pitched for WWE Raw return program
WWE fans may soon witness a clash of titans on Monday Night Raw, as reports suggest that a feud between returning star Rusev and veteran Sheamus is being considered for upcoming programming. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to PWInsider, internal discussions have taken place regarding the two heavyweights facing off in what could be one of Raw's most physical rivalries of the year. Rusev, who returned to WWE in April 2025 after a five-year absence, has made an immediate impact. Known outside WWE as Miro during his time in AEW, the former TNT Champion reintroduced himself by attacking Alpha Academy on the April 21 episode of Raw. Since then, he's picked up a convincing win over Otis and is scheduled to face Akira Tozawa on May 26 in Tampa, Florida. A rivalry rooted in history With Sheamus' comeback gaining momentum, speculation has grown around Rusev's next major storyline - and Sheamus appears to be the frontrunner. The Irish powerhouse recently returned to Raw himself following an injury layoff, and like Rusev, has signed a fresh multi-year deal with WWE. Their shared past and hard-hitting styles could set the stage for an intense feud. Rusev and Sheamus previously squared off for the WWE United States Championship in 2014, with Rusev capturing the title on a post-Raw special aired on the WWE Network. They later joined forces as part of the League of Nations faction alongside Wade Barrett and Alberto Del Rio, a group remembered for its clashes with top stars like Roman Reigns. Sheamus vs. Rusev - United States Championship Match: WWE Network Exclusive, Nov. 3, 2014 While the pitched program has not yet been officially confirmed, industry insiders believe it would be a natural fit for both superstars. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now WWE appears to be taking a slow-build approach to Rusev's return, positioning him strongly without rushing into title feuds. Sheamus, meanwhile, continues to be a cornerstone figure on Raw, offering credibility and in-ring intensity to any storyline he's a part of. Backstage reports indicate that WWE values the real-life friendship and chemistry between the two, which could further enhance the storytelling aspect of the rivalry. If the plan moves forward, fans can expect a series of no-nonsense, physical encounters between two of WWE's most seasoned brawlers. With Rusev likely to wrap up his short-term program with Alpha Academy this week, all signs point toward a fresh challenge - and Sheamus may just be the ideal opponent to reignite a rivalry years in the making. WWE is yet to make any official announcements, but anticipation is building for what could be one of the summer's standout feuds on Raw.
