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20 hours ago
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What's Going on With Cardi B and WWE 'SummerSlam 2025?'
What's Going on With Cardi B and WWE 'SummerSlam 2025?' originally appeared on Athlon Sports. One initial plan for WWE "SummerSlam 2025" might be up in the air. The stars of WWE are set to perform at MetLife Stadium for a two-night PLE. The annual event has several marquee matches booked. An undisputed WWE Championship rematch between John Cena and Cody Rhodes figures to receive top billing on night two. There will also be a WWE World Heavyweight Championship match between titleholder Gunther and CM Punk. When WWE first announced the venue for "SummerSlam, the company also revealed that music star Cardi B will serve as the guest host for the weekend. In recent weeks, no mention has been made of the popular rapper's appearance at the show. Fightful reached out to WWE in an attempt to get clarification on Cardi B's status for "SummerSlam," but the outlet hasn't heard back. Cardi B has long expressed her desire to be a part of a WWE show, so it came as little surprise that she was penciled in to host a PLE. The question now is, have plans changed since the initial announcement? "SummerSlam" will be taking place on Aug. 2 and 3. In addition to the aforementioned world title matches, the women's division of both "Raw" and "SmackDown" will have its top prizes at stake. After successfully cashing in her MITB briefcase at the conclusion of "Evolution," WWE Women's World Champion Naomi will defend her gold against Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley in a triple threat match. WWE Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton also knows who her next challenger will be. Queen of the Ring winner Jade Cargill will step up to challenge "Tiffy Time." The winner won't have to worry about a post-match story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 16, 2025, where it first appeared.
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Mariners' Star Cal Raleigh Earns Championship Belt from Former Undisputed WWE Champion After Derby Victory
Cal Raleigh (Image Source: calraleigh_/Instagram) Cal Raleigh was on fire Tuesday in the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby at Truist Park in Atlanta, becoming the first catcher in history ever, and then the first switch-hitter to take the top prize. Famed for his monster power and regular contribution of big flies, Raleigh not only won the honour but a one-of-a-kind prize, a custom WWE Championship belt awarded by the former Undisputed WWE Champion himself, Cody Rhodes. Cody Rhodes surprises the crowd with a WWE moment Things got electric when "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes showed up after Raleigh's win. And in his iconic WWE gear, Rhodes walked out onto the field to give Raleigh a custom WWE Championship belt designed with MLB and Home Run Derby logos. It was an electrifying moment that combined the worlds of baseball and pro wrestling, getting the fans in the stadium and at home buzzing. The crossover celebration emphasized MLB's plans to combine sports and entertainment over All-Star Weekend. Raleigh, clearly choked up and thrilled, raised the belt high above his head as the cheers rang out around the ballpark. As if the night weren't already legendary, the novelty of the presentation (easily a highlight of the All-Star festivities instantly) also made the night memorable. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Warren Buffett Says These 5 Books Are a Must-Read for 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Cal Raleigh's historic path to the championship Cal Raleigh saw the Derby run play out with drama, power, and precision. With 38 home runs, the Mariners slugger entered the event with the most homers in MLB at the All-Star break and proved the reason why he is among the most feared hitters in the game today. Raleigh narrowly edged past Brent Rooker in round one, deadlocked in the home run tiebreaker. The longest homer of the round got Raleigh ahead, but it was narrowly, just 0.08 feet farther than Rooker's best shot. He eased through the semifinals, taking out Oneil Cruz with 19 homers, then finished off the night with 18 homers in the finals to outslug 22-year-old Tampa Bay upstart Junior Caminero, who ended with 15. By hitting an impressive total of 54 home runs in all rounds combined, Raleigh not only took home the $1 million prize but also secured a spot in Derby history. The real family atmosphere continued, with Raleigh's father pitching to him and his brother caging in the earlier rounds — a heart-warming backdrop to all the power of the night. Also Read: WWE megastar Cody Rhodes teases dark turn — Says it's almost time! The reward cemented Raleigh as the second Mariners player to ever take home the Derby, joining Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. With a WWE title belt now in tow, Cal Raleigh's 2025 Derby victory will now be remembered as much for the performance as it will for the pure, unadulterated entertainment value. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
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5 days ago
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Brock Lesnar looks bigger than ever with new hair amid WWE hiatus
The post Brock Lesnar looks bigger than ever with new hair amid WWE hiatus appeared first on ClutchPoints. Once again, a new photo of WWE Superstar Brock Lesnar has surfaced with his long hair amid his hiatus from the company. Advertisement A recent photo has surfaced online of Lesnar at a gym. He looks bigger than ever, as Lesnar is wearing a tight-fitting shirt in the picture. The most noticeable change to his look is his hair. Lesnar has recently been seen with longer hair than he ever donned in WWE or UFC. It goes past his shoulders, and he looks like a Viking. Since making his return to WWE in 2021, Lesnar has been sporting a different look. He returned with a ponytail, and he would dress in jeans and cowboy hats for promos. Will Brock Lesnar ever return to WWE from hiatus? It is unknown if Lesnar will ever return to WWE. He is currently on an indefinite hiatus. And while no one has completely ruled out a return, there has been no concrete evidence suggesting he will. Advertisement His hiatus is due to the WWE star being linked to the Vince McMahon-Janel Grant lawsuit. WWE immediately removed him from their creative plans, and he has not been seen since August 2023. Lesnar's last match was against Cody Rhodes at the 2023 SummerSlam PLE. He lost in what was the rubber match of their feud. Most expected him to come back in time for the Road to WrestleMania 40. However, that did not happen. He is usually a part of the Royal Rumble PLE, but he did not come back there. He also missed out on WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Throughout his career, Lesnar is a 10-time world champion. He won the WWE Championship seven times, and he is also a three-time Universal Champion. He has also won two Royal Rumbles, a Money in the Bank ladder match, and the King of the Ring tournament in 2002. Advertisement After his return in 2021, Lesnar reignited his longstanding feud with Roman Reigns for the Universal Championship. During their feud, Lesnar won the WWE Championship, losing it to Reigns at WrestleMania 38. This created the Undisputed WWE Championship that John Cena currently holds. His last feuds were against Bobby Lashley and Rhodes. The former never got a decisive end, and he lost his feud against Rhodes in 2023. Related: WWE star John Cena's NSFW response to 'worst advice' ever Related: Idris Elba reveals John Cena-led WWE Mount Rushmore
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7 days ago
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Hulk Hogan Opening Huge Sports Bar Near Madison Square Garden
Hulk Hogan is expanding his business to a familiar spot. Madison Square Garden is like a second home to Hulk Hogan, so much so he's now reportedly starting a new business venture right nearby. According to Page Six, the WWE Hall of Famer is part of a team opening a new sports bar across from famous New York City venue. Advertisement The sports bar is set with a Hulk Hogan theme. It came as an idea from the mind of Rich Rosen, a New York nightlife veteran who owns the spot at 461 8th Avenue, on the corner of 31st Street. Rosen told Page Six that he specifically sought out Hogan due to his previous history with MSG, which includes his first WWE Championship win against The Iron Sheik in 1984. He initially approached Hogan with his pitch at an autograph signing. Rosen Recalls His Encounter With Hogan 'I basically waited 5 hours on line to get two seconds with Hulk Hogan,' Rosen said. 'I came with an 8″ by 11″ glossy picture of Madison Square Garden. And in the picture is our [storefront]… walked up to Hulk, I dropped the picture in front of him.' From there, Rosen pointed to MSG and the adjacent bar, telling Hogan, 'That's my [storefront,] that's the Garden, and you're my new partner.' Rosen subsequently handed out his business card, which Hogan used to call him about the proposition four days later. Eventually, the parties reached a licensing deal. This means that while Hogan doesn't have direct ownership in the project, his name will be used in it. Advertisement At 9000 sq/ft, the sports bar is reportedly worth $7 million, with a wall of windows facing Madison Square Garden. The bar is called Slam. It will also have three floors, including a rooftop bar, upon its planned opening in the fall season. Inside Slam, patrons can see a variety of Hulk Hogan memorabilia as well as screens playing his greatest moments. Hogan's beer brand, Real American Beer, will also be served. Similarly, Hogan himself is expected to be a regular fixture at the NYC spot. RELATED: Hulk Hogan Increases Bid To Acquire All Hooters Restaurants The post Hulk Hogan Opening Huge Sports Bar Near Madison Square Garden appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Newsweek
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
John Cena Reveals Secret About His WWE Match With The Rock
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. John Cena has revealed the hardest part of his legendary "Once in a Lifetime" match against The Rock at WrestleMania 28. In a new interview, the 17-time world champion explained that the most difficult aspect of the match happened long before he ever stepped into the ring. Speaking to Vanity Fair while breaking down his career, Cena reflected on the year-long build to the iconic bout. He revealed that he knew the outcome of the match a full year in advance. Knowing The Outcome Cena explained that the most challenging part of the entire process was delivering months of passionate and intense promos, all while knowing he was going to lose. He stated that performing in the match itself was the easy part. "You would think that, man, going to the actual stage would be the worst part, that was the easy part," Cena said. "I knew I was losing the year before the fight. All of those promos you see, all of those speeches, every single one of them, I knew that I was gonna finish in second place." The Unprecedented Year-Long Build The feud between John Cena and The Rock was built in a way that had never been done before. On the Raw after WrestleMania 27 in 2011, after The Rock had cost Cena his WWE Championship match against The Miz, the two megastars agreed to face each other in the main event of WrestleMania 28—a full year later. NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 04: The Rock, Vince McMahon, and John Cena attend the WrestleMania 29 Press Conference at Radio City Music Hall on April 4, 2013 in New York City. NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 04: The Rock, Vince McMahon, and John Cena attend the WrestleMania 29 Press Conference at Radio City Music Hall on April 4, 2013 in New York City. This unprecedented announcement created a unique, slow-burn storyline that simmered for twelve months. It was a generational clash between the biggest star of the Attitude Era and the biggest star of the "PG Era," and the long build created massive anticipation for the event in The Rock's hometown of Miami. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation Blurring The Lines The feud was defined by its promos, which often blurred the lines between entertainment and reality, making the rivalry feel deeply personal. Cena repeatedly called out The Rock for leaving WWE for a Hollywood career, questioning his passion for the business and famously pointing out that The Rock had promo notes written on his wrist. In return, The Rock mocked Cena's colorful merchandise and younger fanbase, labeling him a "Fruity Pebble" and questioning his toughness. For Cena to deliver these heated and often personal promos with the knowledge that he was slated to lose the eventual match is a testament to his professionalism and commitment to storytelling. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
