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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Top female wrestler reignites old beef to take a jab at Michael Cole's flawed commentary
Michael Cole finds himself in the deep water: Image via Getty WWE botching the most iconic names in the history of the company from time to time is never foreign. Fans should, by now, adjust their ears to it, but unfortunately, the superstars didn't. They are still very finicky about it. Say for the blue brand star Candice LeRae, who stands amongst a few who aren't that satisfied with how the All Women's Night, the second edition of WWE Evolution, went off air past Sunday. The State Farm Arena was all jacked up, cheering for the crazy matches back to back, but out of nowhere, Michael Cole , the veteran commentator, pulled the rug, misnaming the 39-year-old Canadian star who took part in the Women's Battle Royal. No, LeRae didn't move past it without making sure Cole feels the heat. A noteworthy inclusion, it dug out an old beef involving the lead announcer of the red brand and former Women's Champion, Bayley. WWE superstar puts Michael Cole at gunpoint for a recurring mistake During her appearance in the Evolution Battle Royal, WWE veteran commentator Cole accidentally referred to LeRae as former WWE Women's Champion Candice Michelle. The slip of tongue didn't limit to once. He botched it several times, most notably when NXT star Jaida Parker kicked her out of the battle. It was more than a regular fiasco. Making the crowd confused between a comparative newbee to a retired Hall of Famer, and that too from the stage of a PLE, not only disregarded the respective names but also derogated the quality of the business to some extent. LeRae, however, talked about her own through an all-inclusive post-Evolution IG update. 'How's life?' , the not-so-frontline female wrestler asked, but didn't wait for an answer. She continued, ' Well…. Michael Cole keeps screwing up my name (@itsmebayley was right about him apparently), the NXT girls are super disrespectful bullies, and then I came home to my beautiful son…. Who kicked me in the nose and busted me open? Doing great. But hey! I have new merch sooooo…. If anyone is interested in cheering me up…. There's that.'' That one-liner jab seems to be enough for the internet to revisit the infamous inside jokes of WWE involving the Raw commentator and Bayley. What did go wrong between Michael Cole and Bayley? The equation between Bayley and Cole is more like an intense love-hate drama than an absolute rivalry. It's rather funny than ghastly. The members of the Four Horsewomen and the Voice of WWE have been coming for each other's necks for years. The latest one marked a Raw aw night at Cole's hometown, San Jose, California, where Bayley led a humiliating ''Michael Cole is an idiot chant'' It all dates back to the pandemic era of 2020, where the stadiums used to be empty and there were plenty of chances for the performers to closely observe their commentators and vice versa. The SmackDown star started to trash-talk Cole during most of her matches and received engaging fan reaction. So, she kept it alive to date, calling Cole out even on the most random occasions to make it more fun. But don't get it wrong. The duo gelled quite well off-screen. Bayley, in fact, handed the veteran commentator a flower, saying, he's the greatest at what he does. So, there's no real-life bad blood. But regardless, Cole's inclination to commit hilarious botches looks like a serious issue if not treated soon. Also read: Seth Rollins' injury bug breaks the mold of OTC1's much-anticipated return plan | WWE News - Times of India Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Fans react to Nikki Bella taking a dig at Liv Morgan as she poses alongside Dominik Mysterio ahead of Evolution
Nikki Bella and Liv Morgan (Image via WWE) Nikki Bella is making a lot of noise among the wrestling crowd recently as she is set to take centre stage at the 2025 Evolution event. The Diva is scheduled to be a part of the Women's Battle Royal, where superstar female wrestlers from RAW, SmackDown, and NXT will battle it out to win a chance to compete at a future championship match. The winner will face any of the women's world title-holders of her choosing at the upcoming Clash in Paris premium live event. And Nikki Bella is ready to take this bull by the horns. But before that, she is on point with her cheekiness, and her recent dig at an injured Liv Morgan has the fans talking. Nikki Bella poses with Dominik Mysterio while dissing on Liv Morga It was not a direct hit at the currently injured Liv Morgan, but Nikki Bella recently posed alongside Dominik Mysterio, Natalya , and Maxxine Dupri, and captioned the photo with a cheeky "Miss you Liv 💋😏" Of course this is just her way of teasing The Judgement Day member, who was supposed to face Bella at Evolution 2025 , but will be missing out on the event because of her shoulder injury. Nikki Bella with Natalya, Dominik Mysterio, and Maxxine Dupri (Image via X) Morgan got an injury on her shoulder after a fight against Kairi Sane turned unfortunate for dearest Güerita, and now she has been, in some ways, replaced by Roxanne Perez. Things are changing, and the recent candle tribute during RAW was just another thing that had heads turning. Fans are now eagerly waiting for some update on Morgan, and cannot wait to see how things turn out once she makes her comeback. Fans react to Nikki Bella's post on X Nikki Bella took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the photo of her alongside Dominik Mysterio - Liv Morgan's on screen boyfriend, Natalya and Maxxine Dupri to take a dig at Liv Morgan. She is gearing up for Evolution, and looks to be rubbing it in the face of Morgan, what she has been missing out on. And of course, this has the fans talking. They soon flooded Bella's mentions, saying what this could mean for the future of Dom and Liv's on screen relationship. Fans are talking about how Dom is out here living his best life, clicking pictures with the likes of Nikki, Natalya, and Maxxine, while Morgan is out of commission. And they can't wait to see what the future brings. Also Read: Nikki Bella Hints at WWE Return, But Only If Sister Brie Joins Her in the Ring Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nikki Bella Hints at WWE Return, But Only If Sister Brie Joins Her in the Ring
Nikki Bella and Brie Garcia (Image Source: Getty) Nikki Bella is back in business when it comes to WWE, but the WWE Universe may not experience the true Bella Twins package. In a television interview recently, Nikki stated that while she is excited to return to the ring with her then-ex-WWE boyfriend, it still feels off since she does not have her twin sister, Brie Bella, alongside her. The duo has been attached at the hip inside and out of the ring for more than a decade, and fans have been clamoring for the reunion of the duo with a legacy. Fans and family pushing for a Bella Twins return Nikki Bella, who is getting ready to enter the Women's Battle Royal at Evolution 2, said something still seems to be off. 'Well, she better join me. I mean, it's the only way I sometimes feel like I can win is if I have her,' she stated to Nikki updated just how passionate the fanbase — the Bella Army — has been in wanting Brie to come back. — WWE (@WWE) Brie has not wrestled since the 2022 Women's Royal Rumble, but recently, there has been speculation of a potential twin return. And you know, we've had conversations, but nothing is done, Nikki said. Brie herself has observed that she hasn't been formally contacted about a return but remains open to anything interesting. Nikki indicated her preference for sharing the ring with her sister again, as both have always been known for their sisterly bond - the Bella Twins. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo The road to Evolution 2 and a possible showdown Nikki is now turning her attention to Evolution 2, where she will be taking part in a high-stakes Women's Battle Royal. The winner will also receive a title shot in WWE's next foreign affair, Clash in Paris. Former Divas Champion Nikki gives even more motivation, with Paris in her sights. Also Read: Nikki Bella's Net Worth in 2025, Current Salary, Contract Status and More Nikki was originally supposed to have a feud with Liv Morgan, but that was nixed when Morgan separated her shoulder. After Liv blindsided Nikki during a promo on Raw, WWE teased a Nikki vs. Liv feud once again despite the aforementioned setback, leading many to speculate that the grudge match could take place at Evolution 2. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE Undisputed Champion John Cena's ex-girlfriend and a popular diva booked for lackluster match at Evolution
John Cena's road to success as a superstar has been remarkable. Not only has it brought him fame and fortune, but it has also led to romantic relationships with top stars. The Franchise Player still has former love interests who are a part of the WWE landscape right now. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now One of those female WWE superstars is set to compete at the all-women's Premium Live Event, WWE Evolution II, set to take place on July 13 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. However, following weeks of speculation, her role for the show was revealed, and it was not what many expected. Which ex-girlfriend of John Cena will compete at WWE Evolution II? On the July 7th edition of Monday Night RAW, John Cena's longtime ex-girlfriend appeared in a vignette. She spoke about her return weeks ago and how being attacked by Liv Morgan gave her perspective. The Fearless One wanted to prove her worth to the fans and show her son, Matteo, what the WWE Universe has seen for years: rise to the top of the heap. Bella stated that she would be entering the Women's Battle Royal at WWE Evolution II. The winner of the match would receive a Women's Championship match at WWE's forthcoming Premium Live Event, Clash in Paris. The WWE Hall of Famer ended her segment by saying that she wanted that opportunity to once again become champion in the global juggernaut. However, this came as a disappointing booking for Nikki Bella. Ever since she returned to Monday Night RAW a few weeks ago, she was speculated to feud with Liv Morgan. However, those plans were scrapped after she got injured. There were rumors that Brie Bella would return to team up with Nikki to challenge for the WWE Women's Tag Team titles, but that did not happen either. Instead, WWE chose to book a top star for a lackluster match at a historic night at WWE Evolution II. While the decision is final, it will be interesting to see if it's Nikki Bella who will be next in line to challenge for the WWE Women's Championship in Paris. Also read:
Time of India
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
3 top moments of Carmella's impeccable WWE career before her surprising release
(Image Via WWE) Carmella had an incredible WWE career before she was released from the company this year. One of the top and most exciting WWE superstars that fans loved was Carmella. The Princess of Staten Island began her run in WWE NXT as a manager to a tag team. In 2016, she was called up to the main roster on SmackDown to begin her singles journey. In doing so, Mella carved out a top-notch career, winning multiple championships and accolades. However, in a surprising turn of events, Carmella was released from WWE this year amidst her recovery from an injury during her maternity leave. With Mella on a different path now, here is a look back at three of the greatest moments from her WWE career: 3. WrestleMania 35 victory Much like many WWE superstars, Carmella also had her big WrestleMania moment in her career. It came in 2019 when she competed in the Women's Battle Royal in the WrestleMania 35 pre-show. Mella competed alongside an array of top-tier competitors. She last tossed out Sarah Logan to clinch the coveted trophy to a huge ovation from the crowd in MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. 2. Two-time Money in the Bank winner Carmella created history with the Money in the Bank. In 2017, she became the inaugural winner of the ladder match at the namesake pay-per-view. However, the victory was controversial as her cohort, James Ellsworth, climbed the ladder and dropped the briefcase in Carmella's hands. This led to her being stripped of the win, and another ladder match was contested a week later on SmackDown. Mella once again climbed to the top and retrieved it, winning the match twice. In doing so, the Princess of Staten Island etched her name in the history books in a span of a week. 1. SmackDown Women's Champion After winning the Money in the Bank ladder match, Carmella tried to cash in her golden opportunity on numerous occasions, but could not get the job done. She even broke the record of holding the Money in the Bank briefcase for 287 days. On the SmackDown after WrestleMania 34, Mella's time finally came. After the SmackDown Women's Champion Charlotte Flair was attacked by the debuting team, The IIconics, Carmella rushed to the ring to cash in her contract. One timely kick on a beaten-down Flair was all it took for Mella to win her one and only Women's Championship in WWE. Also read: A Twist of Fate: How John Cena nearly missed his WWE destiny Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
