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Spike Dudley, real name Matthew Hyson, has signed a WWE Legends deal more than two decades after leaving the company. The agreement formalizes his relationship with WWE, and Hyson teased upcoming merchandise tied to his wrestling persona, suggesting officially licensed products could soon be available to fans.
Via WrestleZone
Matt Hardy revealed that Vince McMahon threatened to fire him before the Hardy Boyz returned to WWE at WrestleMania 33 in 2017. The duo had also wrestled The Young Bucks at Ring of Honor’s Supercard of Honor the previous night, a plan Triple H reportedly knew about while McMahon did not.
Via WrestleZone
Brie Bella indicated she is targeting a possible WWE return after suffering a broken scapula during a tag match at SummerSlam in August. The WWE Hall of Famer says her recovery is progressing well and she hopes to get back in the ring soon, giving fans a potential timeframe for her comeback.
Via WrestleZone
The FAA issued a nationwide ground stop on November 13 due to an air traffic control communications failure, raising concerns about travel for wrestlers and staff heading to AEW Full Gear. The disruption affected flights across the United States, though the direct impact on the event’s talent and crew remains unclear.
Via WrestleZone
Former WWE tag team wrestler Chad Wicks, previously known as Chad Dick, has reportedly been arrested for a third time in under two months according to a report. Wicks had two prior arrests in Iowa in September and October 2026, and has been away from professional wrestling since retiring in 2007.
Via WrestleZone
John Cena explained why he stopped wearing suits during WWE appearances after retiring from in-ring competition. He said the formal attire, meant to signal he was no longer an active wrestler, did not achieve his intended effect, prompting him to change his approach to his post-retirement wardrobe on WWE programming.
Via WrestleZone
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