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WWE Unreal: Netflix takes off the lid from behind the scenes wrestling drama with John Cena, Triple H, and more
WWE Unreal: Netflix takes off the lid from behind the scenes wrestling drama with John Cena, Triple H, and more

Hindustan Times

time5 days ago

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  • Hindustan Times

WWE Unreal: Netflix takes off the lid from behind the scenes wrestling drama with John Cena, Triple H, and more

What if we tell you that the biggest dramas on WWE don't take place inside the ring, but behind the scenes? Fans have always wanted a peek behind the WWE curtain, and Netflix is finally ready to pull back the veil with its upcoming TV show, WWE: Unreal, which is set to drop on July 29, 2025. The official trailer for WWE: Unreal has been released by Netflix(Getty Images via AFP) The journey will be shared by Triple H, who is presently WWE's Chief Content Officer, where he shows what goes behind the most dramatic moments in the ring. He will explain how the storyline is conceptualised, written, and executed for fans who keep discussing it for weeks. Talking about taking another step towards his goal to make WWE bigger than ever, Triple H said to EW, 'From our superstars to our creative and production teams, the audience will see how much goes into bringing WWE to life, far more than people might imagine.' Also Read: WWE superstar to miss SummerSlam in her hometown: 'Out for 6-9 months with injury' Watch WWE: Unreal trailer The official trailer for WWE: Unreal has been released by the streaming giant, which offers a real insight into the fast-paced WWE writer's room. However, it is the unseen footage from the league that has held fans' attention by showing some backstage footage of the participants who turned into modern-day superstars. Netflix has roped in 10 WWE stars for WWE: Unreal According to Netflix's official website, the first season of the show will feature Triple H, Cody Rhodes, John Cena, Rhea Ripley, CM Punk, Jey Uso, Bianca Belair, Chelsea Green, Charlotte Flair, and Xavier Woods. Directed by Chris Weaver, the show is a result of Netflix's ongoing partnership with the league, which began with the release of RAW at the beginning of 2025. Netflix's WWE: Unreal's first season will feature five episodes: New Era, Push, Worth the Wait, Heel Turn, and WrestleMania, which will have a 50-minute run-time each to serve as an ultimate treat for WWE fans. Further, the Netflix WWE: Unreal trailer revealed that it will take the audience through many high points like John Cena's unexpected heel turn moment, Jey Uso's win at the men's Royal Rumble match, and Cody Rhodes being a year-long champion. Several fans expressed their excitement for the upcoming show. Are you one of those? FAQs Who is playing Uncle Howdy in WWE? Taylor Rotunda plays Uncle Howdy. He was earlier famous as 'Bo Dallas' in WWE. Will WWE Evolve be on Netflix? No, WWE Evolve is available on Tubi in the US. In other parts of the world, it is available to watch on YouTube. Is WWE Backlash on Netflix? WWE Backlash is available to watch on Peacock in the US, and it can be watched on Netflix in some other parts of the world. What is the Vince McMahon documentary called on Netflix? Vince McMahon is a six-part documentary on Netflix, which is known as "Mr. McMahon".

Who is Lyra Valkyria? - Dublin WWE star defeated by Becky Lynch
Who is Lyra Valkyria? - Dublin WWE star defeated by Becky Lynch

Extra.ie​

time08-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Extra.ie​

Who is Lyra Valkyria? - Dublin WWE star defeated by Becky Lynch

It was Limerick versus Dublin on Saturday night when WWE's Becky Lynch faced Lyra Valkyria at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California for Money in the Bank: Los Angeles. Becky, 38, was victorious on the night, winning the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship for the first time ever. The victory comes not long after 28-year-old Valkyria was victorious over the Limerick woman at WWE Backlash in May of this year. It was Limerick versus Dublin on Saturday night when WWE's Becky Lynch faced Lyra Valkyria in St Louis at WWE Backlash. Pic: Georgiana Dallas/WWE via Getty Images Saturday was the culmination in a lengthy feud between veteran Becky and her friend-turned-foe Lyra, with fans taking to X praising the two women. But just who is Lyra Valkyria? Aoife Cusack is an Irish professional wrestler, who goes by the stage name Lyra Valkyria. She was previously known as Aoife Valkyrie, and has also been referred to as Valkyrie. The Dublin native is 28 years old and has been in the wrestling industry for almost ten years. View this post on Instagram A post shared by LJ_Cleary (@lj_cleary) Lyra is engaged to fellow pro wrestler LJ Cleary (Lee Joseph Cleary) with the pair getting engaged in September 2024 after ten years together. Confirming the engagement at the time, LJ took to Instagram and wrote: '10 years together celebrated by getting engaged to the person I will be spending the rest of my life with, and she is the love of mine.' The victory comes not long after 28-year-old Valkyria was victorious over the Limerick woman at WWE Backlash in May of this year. Pic: Cooper Neil/WWE via Getty Images Cusack made her wrestling debut in 2015 under the name Valkyrie Cain after one year with training school Fight Factory Pro Wrestling. In 2020, she was signed with WWE where she was assigned the ring name Aoife Valkyrie, and competed with NXT UK. Her first match took place on February 13 and resulted in a win over French woman Amale. Following the closure of NXT UK in 2022, Valkyrie moved to NXT where she adopted the name Lyra Valkyria. Cusack made her wrestling debut in 2015 under the name Valkyrie Cain after one year with training school Fight Factory Pro Wrestling. Pic: Rich Frieda /WWE via Getty Images The Dubliner's first title charge was in 2023 for the NXT Women's Championship at NXT Stand & Deliver, but her bid was unsuccessful. She picked up the NXT Women's Championship in October 2023, defending the title in November. Last year, Valkyria was promoted to the RAW brand, with her on-screen debut seeing her save Becky Lynch from a beatdown by Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky and Kairi Sane from the Damage CTRL team. On Saturday night, Valkyria was defeated by Limerick fighter Becky Lynch in California, with Lynch claiming the Women's Intercontinental Championship as a result. By any means necessary!#AndNew #MITB — WWE (@WWE) June 8, 2025 The match nearly ended on a nine-count before both women managed to get back into the find where they traded hits in the final stretch of the bout. As per a stipulation agreed prior to the match, Valkyria had to raise the hand of the new champion and wrap the title belt around her waist in a show of respect and good sportsmanship. THIS IS AWE-SOME!#MITB — WWE (@WWE) June 8, 2025 Fans took to X to have their say following the thrilling Women's title match, with many lauding Valkyria. THIS IS AWE-SOME!#MITB — WWE (@WWE) June 8, 2025 One wrote: 'Lyra Valkyria has had one of the best reigns in a while. She's been consistently great in-ring & elevated to a different level, the future is very big.' Another called: 'Lyra Valkyria you will be a World Champion next year.' A third added: 'Becky Lynch already having the best women's feud since?… her feud with Bianca. She is the best there's ever been.'

WWE Money in the Bank 2025 set for Inglewood with full match card revealed
WWE Money in the Bank 2025 set for Inglewood with full match card revealed

Economic Times

time07-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Economic Times

WWE Money in the Bank 2025 set for Inglewood with full match card revealed

WWE superstars prepare for Money in the Bank 2025, featuring ladder matches, a women's title defense, and a tag team contest live from Inglewood, California WWE will present the 16th annual Money in the Bank premium live event this weekend at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The event maintains WWE's recent trend of short-format shows and includes four matches on the main card. As customary, two of those matches will be the signature men's and women's Money in the Bank ladder matches. The women's Money in the Bank match features six competitors: Alexa Bliss, Roxanne Perez, Giulia, Stephanie Vaquer, Naomi, and Rhea Ripley. The field offers a balance of veteran talent and new contenders. On the men's side, Seth Rollins leads the lineup alongside LA Knight, Andrade, Solo Sikoa, Penta, and El Grande Americano. Rollins, who previously won the Money in the Bank match in 2014 and cashed in successfully at WrestleMania 31, enters as the favorite. These ladder matches will determine which male and female competitors receive future championship match opportunities at a time and place of their choosing. In the lone championship bout on the card, Lyra Valkyria will defend the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship against Becky Lynch. This marks the second meeting between the two during this title reign. Valkyria defeated Lynch last month at WWE Backlash. Per the stipulation, if Lynch fails to win, she will not be eligible to challenge for the title again during Valkyria's current reign. The card also features a tag team match with high-profile implications. Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso will face the pairing of John Cena and Logan Paul. Rhodes recently lost the Undisputed WWE Championship to Cena at WrestleMania 41 in April. Jey Uso, meanwhile, successfully defended the World Heavyweight Championship against Paul in a recent encounter. The match pairs longtime allies Rhodes and Uso against opponents with recent title history, contributing additional storyline context to the event. Cena and Paul team up following their respective championship pursuits, while Rhodes and Uso continue to align as key figures in WWE's top-tier narrative arcs. With the final card confirmed, WWE Money in the Bank 2025 positions itself as one of the company's major summer events. The combination of title stakes, ladder match suspense, and returning stars adds multiple layers of interest heading into the show at the Intuit Dome.

WWE Money in the Bank 2025 set for Inglewood with full match card revealed
WWE Money in the Bank 2025 set for Inglewood with full match card revealed

Time of India

time07-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Time of India

WWE Money in the Bank 2025 set for Inglewood with full match card revealed

Full match card set for WWE Money in the Bank 2025 WWE will present the 16th annual Money in the Bank premium live event this weekend at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. The event maintains WWE's recent trend of short-format shows and includes four matches on the main card. As customary, two of those matches will be the signature men's and women's Money in the Bank ladder matches. The women's Money in the Bank match features six competitors: Alexa Bliss , Roxanne Perez, Giulia, Stephanie Vaquer, Naomi, and Rhea Ripley. The field offers a balance of veteran talent and new contenders. On the men's side, Seth Rollins leads the lineup alongside LA Knight, Andrade, Solo Sikoa, Penta, and El Grande Americano. Rollins, who previously won the Money in the Bank match in 2014 and cashed in successfully at WrestleMania 31, enters as the favorite. These ladder matches will determine which male and female competitors receive future championship match opportunities at a time and place of their choosing. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mouth Wrinkles Are No Match For This Little-Known Drugstore Wrinkle Cream Lift & Firm Undo Title defense and tag team match round out the Inglewood card In the lone championship bout on the card, Lyra Valkyria will defend the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship against Becky Lynch. This marks the second meeting between the two during this title reign. Valkyria defeated Lynch last month at WWE Backlash. Per the stipulation, if Lynch fails to win, she will not be eligible to challenge for the title again during Valkyria's current reign. The card also features a tag team match with high-profile implications. Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso will face the pairing of John Cena and Logan Paul. Rhodes recently lost the Undisputed WWE Championship to Cena at WrestleMania 41 in April. Jey Uso, meanwhile, successfully defended the World Heavyweight Championship against Paul in a recent encounter. Live Events The match pairs longtime allies Rhodes and Uso against opponents with recent title history, contributing additional storyline context to the event. Cena and Paul team up following their respective championship pursuits, while Rhodes and Uso continue to align as key figures in WWE's top-tier narrative arcs. With the final card confirmed, WWE Money in the Bank 2025 positions itself as one of the company's major summer events. The combination of title stakes, ladder match suspense, and returning stars adds multiple layers of interest heading into the show at the Intuit Dome.

WWE SmackDown results: JC Mateo beats R-Truth with relative ease
WWE SmackDown results: JC Mateo beats R-Truth with relative ease

Time of India

time31-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Time of India

WWE SmackDown results: JC Mateo beats R-Truth with relative ease

WWE SmackDown results: JC Mateo defeated R-Truth in a short but competitive match on the latest episode of WWE SmackDown. After the match, Jimmy Uso rushed to the ring to save the veteran from a beatdown at the hands of the former Jeff Cobb and Solo Sikoa. JC Mateo defeats R-Truth with relative ease R-Truth, who lost to John Cena at Saturday Night's Main Event, confronted JC Mateo and Solo Sikoa backstage on SmackDown. After this, he asked the blue brand's general manager Nick Aldis, to grant him a match with the former NJPW star. The match itself proved to be a one-sided affair as JC Mateo dominated the vast majority of it. Truth, to his credit, got in some offence and even hit Mateo with a 5-knuckle shuffle. R Truth dice que nunca antes habia visto a JC Mateo y le pregunta a Solo Sikoa si es su hijo xd However, JC Mateo eventually overpowered the 53-year-old and hit him with a 'Tour of the Islands' and got the pin. Thereafter, the former Jeff Cobb and Solo Sikoa assaulted Truth. Following this, Jimmy Uso came out to make the save. JC Mateo soon attacked him and sent a message to the tag team specialist. About JC Mateo JC Mateo made his debut at WWE Backlash earlier this month and helped Jacob Fatu retain the US title. He then beat LA Knight in his debut match, impressing the audience. His win over Truth was his second singles win since joining the blue brand. Stay ahead of the game with the latest updates, match highlights, and insider stories from IPL, cricket, WWE, and more! Click here.

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