Wrestling News in Brief: Thursday, 12 November 2026

The rest of today’s wrestling news, in short. Our editors pick the day’s biggest stories for full coverage; everything else is here, updated through the day, with a link to the original report for each.

AEW Tay Melo Removed From AEW’s Official Roster Page

AEW has quietly removed Tay Melo from its official roster listing after nearly six years with the promotion. The change follows months of unresolved discussions regarding her future with the company, though neither Melo nor AEW has publicly confirmed a departure, leaving her status officially unaddressed despite the roster update.

Via WrestleZone

WWE Gunther Takes Rare Clean Loss Amid Saudi Trip Report

Gunther suffered a clean defeat in a WWE dark match following the November 9 episode of RAW, days after reports suggested he had refused to travel to Riyadh for Crown Jewel 2026. The timing has fueled speculation that the loss may be connected to internal friction over the Saudi Arabia commitment.

Via WrestleZone

WWE Bronson Reed Suffers Punctured Lung at Crown Jewel

WWE’s Bronson Reed reportedly suffered a punctured lung and broken ribs during an appearance at Crown Jewel 2026 in Saudi Arabia, according to reports. He remains in Saudi Arabia with WWE medical staff. Reed had only returned in September after a seven month injury absence, raising questions about The Vision stable, which has been repeatedly hit by injuries to its members.

Via WrestleTalk

WWE TKO Staff Reportedly Frustrated Over Saudi Arabia Events

Employees at TKO, the parent company of WWE and UFC, are reportedly unhappy with the continued staging of major events in Saudi Arabia amid ongoing regional conflict, including missile and drone attacks attributed to Houthi forces. The report suggests internal dissatisfaction despite the company’s decision to keep moving forward with the shows.

Via WrestleZone

AEW AEW Full Gear Lagging In Ticket Sales Before Saturday Show

AEW Full Gear 2026 is reportedly experiencing weaker ticket sales compared to last year’s event, despite a stacked card featuring multiple championship matches. The shortfall raises questions about fan demand heading into one of AEW’s marquee pay per view events, even as the promotion has built out a significant lineup for the show.

Via WrestleZone

AEW Report Details Warner Bros Discovery’s Past View Of AEW

A new report claims to reveal how Warner Bros. Discovery viewed AEW’s performance before its broadcast partner came under the Skydance umbrella following Paramount’s acquisition. The development matters for Tony Khan’s promotion as questions continue about AEW’s television future amid the corporate restructuring affecting its longtime broadcast partner.

Via WrestleZone

NXT Mason Rook Details Severity Of Injuries After NXT Comeback

Mason Rook made a surprise return on the November 10 episode of NXT, attacking champion Grayson Waller, and revealed new details about how serious the injuries that sidelined him actually were. His comeback signals unfinished business with Waller and sets up potential future confrontations on NXT programming.

Via WrestleZone

WWE Jacob Fatu To Make Indie Return Days After WWE Comeback

Jacob Fatu is set to appear at Oasis Pro Wrestling shortly after his return to WWE’s Monday Night RAW. The independent promotion holds personal significance for Fatu as part of his wrestling development, making the booking a notable homecoming moment for fans who followed his career before his WWE run.

Via WrestleZone

WWE Report Says McMahon Ended Backstage Role Over Camera Shot

A report claims Vince McMahon ended a former WWE talent’s career as a backstage interviewer after becoming unhappy with a single camera shot he felt made the company look unprofessional. The incident reportedly pushed the talent, identified as Jonathan Coachman, into a different role within the company.

Via WrestleZone