Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther – A Championship Face-Off:

The atmosphere at Barclays will be electric as Cody Rhodes, the Undisputed WWE Champion, comes face to face with World Heavyweight Champion Gunther. This isn’t just a meeting; it’s a collision of titans. Both men have carved paths of dominance, and their imminent clash at Crown Jewel has fans on the edge of their seats. This face-off will not only set the tone for their upcoming match but will also likely reveal personal stakes and motivations, adding layers to what’s already one of the most anticipated matches of the year.

Motor City Machine Guns vs. DIY – A Dream Match for Tag Team Glory:

In what has been dubbed a dream match by many in the wrestling community, The Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin) will battle DIY (Johnny Gargano & Tommaso Ciampa). The stakes? A shot at The Bloodline’s WWE Tag Team Championships. This match isn’t just about belts; it’s a clash of styles, history, and sheer wrestling prowess. Fans expect nothing less than a technical masterpiece that could very well steal the show.

Andrade vs. Carmelo Hayes – The Decisive Game 7

With LA Knight as the special guest referee, this match marks the seventh and final encounter in an intense best-of-seven series. Both Andrade and Carmelo Hayes have everything to gain – a shot at LA Knight’s United States Championship. This match isn’t just about who’s the better wrestler; it’s about who can outsmart LA Knight in his own game. The tension, the stakes, and the personal rivalry have set the stage for an unforgettable showdown.

Roman Reigns – The Tribal Chief’s Next Move:

While details are sparse, the announcement of Roman Reigns’ appearance at SmackDown adds an element of unpredictability. Reigns, known for his strategic mind games and impactful segments, could address his next move, potentially involving himself in the ongoing feuds or setting up a new challenge. His presence alone can shift the dynamics of any WWE event.

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This Friday, the Barclays Center isn’t just hosting a wrestling event; it’s hosting a spectacle. From championship face-offs to career-defining matches, SmackDown promises to deliver moments that will be talked about long after the night ends. Whether you’re there live or watching from home, this episode of SmackDown is not to be missed. The wrestling world is set for a showdown that could very well alter the course of WWE history.

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In her debut match on November 16, 2021, Stratton showcased her talents by defeating Amari Miller on 205 Live. This marked the beginning of a promising career that would see her ascend to championship glory in WWE. Transitioning to the NXT brand, Stratton continued to captivate audiences with her unique character, engaging in feuds with the likes of Sarray and Wendy Choo. Despite setbacks, including a head injury in October 2022, Stratton’s determination and resilience shone through as she made her triumphant return at NXT: New Year’s Evil in January 2023. Subsequently, she competed in high-stakes matches, including a ladder match for the NXT Women’s Championship at NXT Stand & Deliver.

Rise to Championship Glory

In May of 2023, Tiffany Stratton etched her name in the annals of WWE history by winning the NXT Women’s Championship. Displaying her dominance, she successfully defended her title against formidable opponents like Thea Hail and Roxanne Perez. However, her reign came to an end at the hands of Becky Lynch on September 12, 2023, after an impressive 107 days as champion. 

Despite the loss, Stratton’s star continued to rise, earning her a spot in the highly anticipated women’s Royal Rumble match at the Royal Rumble event in January 2024.

Main Roster Debut and Continued Success

On February 2, 2024, Tiffany Stratton made her long-awaited debut on the main roster, signing with SmackDown and immediately making an impact by defeating “Michin” Mia Yim in her debut match. With her sights set on further accolades, she qualified for the women’s Elimination Chamber match at Elimination Chamber: Perth. Although she fell short at the event, her determination and skill set her apart as a force to be reckoned with in the world of professional wrestling. 

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Drawing inspiration from her mentor, Charlotte Flair, and fueled by her relationship with fellow wrestler Marcel Barthel, Stratton’s journey in WWE is just beginning. It promises excitement and entertainment for fans worldwide.

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In 2002, a faction known as Evolution was formed in WWE, consisting of four of the biggest names in wrestling history: Ric Flair, Triple H, Randy Orton, and Batista. The group was designed to showcase the “evolution” of professional wrestling and to provide a platform for the younger wrestlers in the company to learn from some of the industry’s most experienced veterans.

History of Evolution

The group made its debut on the April 7, 2003, episode of Raw. They aligned themselves with Triple H and helped him win the World Heavyweight Championship. Over the following months, the group would continue to dominate the WWE landscape. However, Triple H served as the de facto leader, and the other members served as his enforcers.

Evolution’s dominance continued throughout 2003 and 2004, winning numerous championships and dominating their opponents in the ring. Eventually, the group’s defining moment came at the 2004 edition of SummerSlam. All four group members won their respective matches at the biggest summer party. This made them cement their status as one of the most dominant factions in WWE history.

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However, like all good things, Evolution eventually came to an end. The group disbanded in 2005. Triple H turns on his longtime friend Ric Flair and attacks him in the middle of the ring. This incident led to a feud between the two men, with Flair eventually defeating Triple H in a match at Taboo Tuesday later that year.

Despite its relatively short lifespan, Evolution remains one of the most iconic factions in WWE history. The group’s combination of veteran leadership and young talent helped to create some of the most memorable moments in wrestling history, and its influence can still be felt in the industry today. Whether it’s the “Nature Boy” Ric Flair’s legendary promos, Triple H’s in-ring prowess, or the explosive power of Batista and Randy Orton, Evolution will always be remembered as one of the most significant factions in WWE history.

WrestleMania 38 card is decking up nicely and it will be a cherry on the top if fans can get the home grown legend return to the squared circle. As of now Owens is not on the match card for WrestleMania and it’ll be great if fans can witness two “Stunning” superstars go after one another.

Who’s corner wil you be cheering from? Is it going to be the baddest SOB or the Fight Owens Fight, if there’s a match. WrestleMania will be a 2 night mega event which will be held on 2nd and 3rd April. Fans can watch the show on the WWE Network and tickets are on sale for the live audience.

WWE took to social media to announce the condition of the Superstar and it is being presumed that the match might be canceled between the two heavyweights. Edge turned heel after smacking AJ styles with a steel chair. He demanded Styles to bring his Pitbull persona which he adopted during his championship reign and not his tag team character from last year.

Edge and AJ Styles have been vocal about facing off each other at the grandest stage. Both have shown interest to share the ring before both the superstars hang their boots.

A possible storyline

Many are anticipating it to be a part of the storyline as the Rated R Superstar will address his attack on the Phenomenal One on the latest episode of RAW. The Lineup of WrestleMania is stacking up well. Roman Reigns And Brock Lesnar will collide in title unification match in a “Winner Takes All”.

Royal Rumble winner Ronda Rousey will face Charlotte Flair for the Smackdown Women’s Championship. Following latest Raw episode it is also being rumored that Kevin Ownes will face Stone Cold Steve Austin. Indie legend has been too vocal on the microphone recently. But the WWE legend is yet to respond Owens.

Regal was an integral part of the WWE core management team. He was a key figure in both on and off the screen. He was the General Manager of the black and Gold era of NXT and was also responsible for talent scouting. WWE in its new set of lists of released officials named William Regal.

WWE revamped its NXT program and also rebranded it as NXT 2.0. The legend has not been involved in any storylines neither he is a part of the backstage crew. WWE also has stopped hiring talents from indie promotions which also dilutes the need for Regal being a part of the management.

Recently William Regal signs a new contract with AEW and is also being advertised on the official social media handles. The exact role of the legend in AEW, a nemesis of WWE is still a question. It’ll be interesting to see what the future has in store for the legend of the squared circle.

WWE Live events returns to the mecca of sports entertainment at the Maddison Square Garden. January to February is known as the prime time for the WWE as the Road to WrestleMania begins at Royal Rumble. Followed by WrestleMania week with a conclusion on the Grandest Night of the Season WrestleMania main show.

Austin Theory, walks down the isle to challenge WWE Champion Brock Lesnar at the Main Event of the live show at MSG . Beating Theory was nothing but a cake walk for the champion. As lesnar wraps up the show, enters the entire blood line.

Roman Reigns beats lesnar and busts him wide open. Moving forward the Universal Champion slays the beast on the steel steps in the middle of the ring. Paul Heyman hands the WWE Championship to the Tribal Chief who then posses with both the titles.

The feud has been brewing well for both the Superstars. As Lesnar beats Austin Theory, now he has a clear path to challenge Roman Reigns in a Title Vs Title match at WrestleMania. Both the Superstar will face each other at the WrestleMania in a “Winner Takes All” in a title Unification match. The Shows of immortals will take place on 2nd and 3rd Apriil in Dallas, Taxes.

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Believing that tangling with Gunther in The Ring General’s NXT UK farewell match has helped him reach new heights, Frazer brazenly challenged the very Superstar that unseated Gunther as NXT UK Champion, Dragunov.

And while he came up short against Gunther, Frazer showed off his toughness after shaking off a brutal parking lot beating from Die Familie and feels he’s ready to stand toe-to-toe with Dragunov.

After doing the impossible and ending Gunther’s 870-day reign, Dragunov has turned back all challengers, edging A-Kid, Rampage Brown, and Jordan Devlin in some incredible championship bouts.

Can Frazer shock the world, or is Dragunov primed to improve to 4-0 in his title defenses?

Plus, after crossing paths and exchanging barbs at the BT Sport last week, Coffey and Samuels will take their hostilities to the squared circle for what should be a heated slugfest.

With Gallus having recently run afoul of Noam Dar and Sha Samuels and with Joe Coffey prepared to challenge The Scottish Supernova for the NXT UK Heritage Cup Championship next week, which Superstar will pick up a critical victory?

Additionally, after going through some arduous and rather unique training sessions with Mastiff in recent weeks, Starz will attempt to put Mastiff’s teachings to good use when he battles alongside the gargantuan Superstar to take on former NXT UK Tag Team Champions Pretty Deadly.

Check out a thrilling edition of NXT UK, streaming Thursday at 3 ET/8 GMT on Peacock in the United States and on WWE Network everywhere else!

Flair and Triple H worked together alongside Batista and Randy Orton as part of the Evolution faction in WWE between 2003 and 2005. It is well known that the 16-time world champion has been close friends with The Game for many years.

On the latest episode of his Wooooo Nation Uncensored podcast, Flair was asked to give his thoughts on the WWE executive being allegedly “ousted” from NXT. In response, the 73-year-old surprisingly revealed that he is not in contact with his former stablemate:

“I have no idea either… I have no idea either… He and I were incredibly close but now I never hear from him, so I don’t know,” said Flair. 

Ric Flair left WWE in August 2021 because he wanted to pursue opportunities outside of wrestling without receiving the company’s permission. A month later, Triple H underwent surgery following a cardiac event, and he has not yet returned to WWE television.

Ric Flair did not elaborate on the possible reason why his relationship with Triple H is no longer as close as it once was.

In a recent podcast episode, the two-time WWE Hall of Famer reflected on the importance of his 16 world championship reigns. Flair also spoke about his decision to give the original World Heavyweight Championship, known as The Big Gold Belt, to The King of Kings:

“It was phenomenal [World Heavyweight Championship reigns], phenomenal until the end. That belt right there I gifted to Hunter [Triple H] with a note because Vince [McMahon] let me keep it, saying, ‘Wish I could have dropped this to you in 1986.’”

Triple H, a 14-time world champion, is one of the few WWE Superstars who could still realistically match Flair’s record of 16 world title reigns. The Nature Boy currently holds the record with John Cena.

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With a list of awe-inspiring moments long enough to rival any WWE Superstar, Edge returned to Raw to join The Road to WrestleMania and remind his fellow Superstars of his resume at The Showcase of the Immortals, stating that he would be waiting if anyone wants to step up and be immortalized.

Enter AJ Styles.

A legend in the industry, Styles has won nearly every championship the world has to offer in his 24-year career, including two runs as the WWE Champion. And that’s who Edge wanted to face, provoking the Phenomenal One with a right hand before The Ultimate Opportunist, although seemingly conflicted, battered Styles with a low blow and two ear-ringing Con-Chair-Tos.

Though both have enjoyed incredible careers that span more than two decades, the two Grand Slam Champions have shockingly never met one-on-one. In fact, their first and only encounter happened in the 2020 Royal Rumble Match when The Rated-R Superstar made his return to WWE after nine years, delivering a thunderous Spear to Styles before promptly dumping him over the top rope.

What breathtaking moments are in store for the WWE Universe when these two icons meet in Dallas?

Find out at the most stupendous WrestleMania of all time, a two-night event steaming LIVE on Saturday, April 2, and Sunday, April 3, at 8 ET/5 PT on Peacock in the United States and on WWE Network everywhere else.