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7 days ago
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Finn Balor Is Looking To Snap A Stunning WWE Streak
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. A surprising statistic regarding decorated WWE Raw superstar Finn Balor has come out. Wrestle Ops pointed out that today, June 3, 2025, "marks 1 full year since Finn Balor last won a singles match" on television. The prominent Judgment Day member has gotten only three wins in singles action within the past 2 years. This comes despite his consistent presence in high-profile storylines and tag team championship success. Balor's most recent attempt to secure a significant singles opportunity came just last night on the June 2nd episode of Raw. He competed in a challenging Triple Threat Money in the Bank qualifying match against CM Punk and "El Grande Americano" Chad Gable. CM Punk ultimately won the bout. Throughout 2025, Balor has remained a cornerstone of the heel faction, The Judgment Day, on Monday Night RAW. While his individual singles victories have been scarce, he has reached considerable success in the tag team ranks. He notably held the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships multiple times with fellow Judgment Day member Damian Priest. The group, also featuring Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh, Liv Morgan, Carlito (before his recent departure), and new recruit Roxanne Perez, continues to be a dominant force on the red brand. PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 08: JD McDonagh, Finn Balor, WWE World Heavyweight Champion Damian Priest, WWE Women's World Champion Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio standing in ring at the Wells Fargo Center on April 8, 2024... PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 08: JD McDonagh, Finn Balor, WWE World Heavyweight Champion Damian Priest, WWE Women's World Champion Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio standing in ring at the Wells Fargo Center on April 8, 2024 in Philadelphia, news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Balor's WWE career boasts an impressive list of accolades. He made a massive impact in NXT, where he was a two-time NXT Champion, holding the record for the longest combined reign. Upon his main roster debut in 2016, he made history by becoming the first-ever WWE Universal Champion. His resume also includes two reigns as Intercontinental Champion and one as United States Champion, showcasing his versatility and main event caliber. Known for his captivating "Demon" persona, which appears for his biggest matches, Balor has consistently been a top-level performer until the last three years, during which he has lost the majority of his matches. This current drought in televised singles victories is therefore a notable statistic for a superstar of his stature, even as he thrives within The Judgment Day. It will be interesting to see if WWE turns around its winning ways in the near future or if it continues to head down this direction. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
Newsweek
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
WWE Superstar Zoey Stark Breaks Silence On Heartbreaking Injury
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. WWE Raw superstar Zoey Stark experienced a significant setback during the May 19, 2025, episode of the show, suffering an unfortunate knee injury. The incident occurred in a moment when Stark's knee buckled severely upon landing a missile dropkick in a high-stakes qualifying match. Medical attention was immediate, with the ringside official quickly checking on her condition. Stark was then carefully carried backstage by WWE personnel, and the broadcast swiftly cut to a commercial break, underscoring the potential seriousness of the situation. Upon Raw's return, it became evident that Stark had been removed from the Triple Threat Money in the Bank qualifier, which also featured Rhea Ripley and the returning Kairi Sane. In the aftermath, Stark took to social media to connect with her fanbase, providing an update and expressing her feelings about the incident. She conveyed deep gratitude for the outpouring of messages she had received during this challenging time. Stark wrote, "Wow the love and support means more to me than you'll ever know! What hurts more than my knee is knowing I wont be able to perform for all of you for a while. I LOVE what I do and I'm blessed to do this. As the saying goes, the comeback is greater than the setback. Love you guys." Adding to the concerns, a report from Fightful Select on May 22, 2025, indicated that the initial fear backstage was a tear that would require surgery. However, an official diagnosis has not yet been publicly confirmed. The report further stated that individuals backstage within WWE say they're preparing not to have Stark for the remainder of the year." HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Zoey Stark (L) and Shayna Baszler (R) are introduced during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Zoey Stark (L) and Shayna Baszler (R) are introduced during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Stark signed with WWE in early 2021, debuting in the women's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic on the NXT brand alongside Marina Shafir. One of her early notable achievements in NXT was capturing the NXT Women's Tag Team Championship with Io Shirai (now Iyo Sky) in July 2021 at The Great American Bash. They held the titles for several months, defending them against various challengers before Stark was sidelined with a legitimate knee injury in late 2021, which also required surgery and a lengthy recovery. Stark was then called up to the main roster as part of the 2023 WWE Draft, being assigned to Monday Night Raw. She made an impactful main roster debut and soon formed a high-profile alliance with WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus. This partnership saw Stark act as an enforcer for Stratus during her feud with Becky Lynch, playing a crucial role in several encounters, including at the Night of Champions and Payback premium live events in 2023. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.
