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23-07-2025
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Matt Hardy Teases New Version Of The Hardys, Comments On Potential Heel Turn
Matt Hardy isn't sure how much longer he'll wrestle, but he's feeling great heading into his next big challenge. Hardy spoke with WrestleZone Managing Editor Bill Pritchard to promote TNA Slammiversary. Matt is feeling good heading into a four-way ladder match that will see The Hardys, Rascalz and Fir$t Cla$$ challenge the Nemeth Brothers for their titles. Hardy says he's still in great shape after being in the wrestling business for more than 30 years. Hardy isn't sure how much longer he'll wrestle at this level, but he plans on making his next match special. 'I don't know. We both are feeling really good, we are physically taking care of ourselves. We are big ice bath, cold plunge guys and that's been a game changer for us. And we are feeling great. I'm actually diving real hard going into Slammiversary,' Matt Hardy explained. 'This four-way ladder match, it's the first time myself and Jeff are getting our actual rematch versus the Nemeths to try and procure the TNA World Tag Team titles.' Matt knows he and Jeff will have three teams to face, but this is still a match stipulation that the Hardys made their name off of. Matt Hardy says he and his brother are ready to evolve 'When you think about a Ladder Match, we are the guys that revolutionized it. We created the whole TLC staple along with Edge and Christian, and the Dudleys. So, this match is going to be indelible. It's going to be special. And I think starting in this match, you are going to see a new version of Matt and Jeff Hardy going forward from here on,' Matt said. 'We are pretty excited about this. We have been ready to evolve for a while. And we really stayed patient to wait for this moment to do something special.' Pritchard asked if fans should read into his remarks about a 'new version' of the Hardys and being ready to evolve. Matt offered a cryptic answer in response. 'I don't know. Read it as you will,' Matt replied. 'I laid out some breadcrumbs and follow it where it leads you.' Can The Hardys still pull off a heel run now? Evolving could mean many things. As John Cena has shown this year, even the most dedicated babyfaces can (finally) turn heel. The Hardys are still arguably one of the most popular duos in pro wrestling and have legions of fans around the world. Does Matt think the Hardys, at this point in their careers, could pull off a heel turn despite their popularity? 'It would be challenging. But it's something, this is weird. I don't want to compare this to John Cena, I think you can kind of compare it to that in some way. It is very hard to turn John Cena heel, because he is so beloved, right? And I think we have that, especially with Jeff, because he is so beloved. But I think both of us together, I think we could, I honestly think if we did something and we evolved into something that could be viewed as heelish. [However] I think when it was all set and done, it would just make us bigger babyfaces.' Matt Hardy believes a heel turn could give The Hardys a 'fresh coat of paint' and more depth. However, he doubts they would be able to sustain a negative reaction a heel needs for too long. 'We could do it for a little while and play that role. We could try and make some people. But then I think, at the end of the day, people are still ultimately going to cheer for us because we are such beloved figures from… a lot comes from people's childhoods now.' Jeff, one of the biggest babyfaces ever, along with Ricky Steamboat and Rey Mysterio, got over because of the connection he keeps with fans. Matt noted that Jeff worked very hard to get his 'Antichrist' heel character over, but it was more of a short-term gimmick. 'Yeah, Jeff… All three of those guys [Ricky Steamboat, Jeff Hardy, and Rey Mysterio] very very special emotional connections to the crowd, and that's what ultimately makes someone a star. That's what makes someone sell tickets. That's what makes people want to see them on pay-per-view and live in the arena. It is not necessarily the moves they do, it's the connection they have with them and the emotional investment they have in them. And those guys are three special guys. I was proud of Jeff when he did the Anti-Christ of pro wrestling in the early 2010s. And I thought he busted his a**. I thought he worked really hard to try and be a heel. And try and get booed and come of as arrogant and cocky. But like you said, at the end of the day, it ended up kinda being a short-term thing.' TNA Slammiversary takes place at the UBS Arena on Long Island on Sunday, July 20. Read More: The post Matt Hardy Teases New Version Of The Hardys, Comments On Potential Heel Turn appeared first on Wrestlezone.
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08-06-2025
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Major Potential Spoiler for 'WWE Money in the Bank 2025'
Major Potential Spoiler for 'WWE Money in the Bank 2025' originally appeared on Athlon Sports. A massive spoiler might have been revealed ahead of "WWE Money in the Bank 2025." The event will feature two pivotal ladder matches with world title implications. Over on the men's side, it will be Seth Rollins, LA Knight, Solo Sikoa, Penta, El Grande Americano, and Andrade. The women's MITB match will feature Rhea Ripley, Naomi, Stephanie Vaquer, Roxanne Perez, Giulia, and Alexa Bliss. Advertisement Just ahead of WWE's PLE, the outcome of the women's ladder match might have been spoiled. Fightful reports that the belief within WWE is that Naomi will be obtaining the women's briefcase. The report stressed that the outcome isn't guaranteed. Naomi makes her entrance for a singles match at "WWE WrestleMania 41."(via WWE) Naomi has benefited from a significant change in her character. After it was revealed that Naomi injured Jade Cargill, the former world champion took a dark turn. She now warns anyone who gets in her way to "proceed with caution." If Naomi does indeed win Saturday's MITB match, her new character will have played a major role in the success. She has been praised by fans and experts for making the change seamlessly. Advertisement At the moment, Naomi is feuding with Cargill and an injured Bianca Belair. She tried ruining Belair's homecoming in Knoxville by threatening to put her and her mother in a wheelchair. Cargill made the save, but she didn't exactly embrace Belair. It isn't known when Belair will be cleared to resume the rivalry with Naomi. The two were former WWE Women's Tag Team Champions thanks to Naomi's attack on Cargill. Belair is healing from a hand injury. Related: Former WWE Team Makes Shocking Return to TNA Wrestling This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 7, 2025, where it first appeared.
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07-06-2025
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How to watch WWE Money in the Bank 2025: Live stream and match card for tonight
Plenty is at stake as WWE Money in the Bank takes place tonight. As has been the case ever since the concept was introduced back in 2005, the main focus this year is without a doubt the two Money in the Bank ladder matches. This is where the ring is filled with multiple ladders for six superstars to use to ultimately climb and retrieve the briefcase hanging high above. The winner is declared once one superstar unhooks the aforementioned briefcase. Inside the briefcase is a contract that gives the winner the power to challenge for any championship at any time they choose, within a 12 month period - which means every single champion on the roster is vulnerable. The likes of Seth Rollins, Solo Sikoa and LA Knight will do battle in the men's match whilst Alexa Bliss, Naomi and Rhea Ripley have qualified for what what promises to be an epic women's Money in the Bank ladder match. Elsewhere on the card, Lyra Valkyria will defend the Women's Intercontinental championship against Becky Lynch in a heated rematch and Cody Rhodes partners up with Jey Uso in an intriguing tag team showdown against John Cena and Logan Paul. Live stream: In the UK, WWE Money in the Bank 2025 can be watched and streamed live on Netflix. Coverage starts at 11.30pm BST on Saturday, June 7, 2025. A membership costs £4.99 a month and the subscription can be cancelled at any time.
