Alexa Bliss

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WWE SmackDown's August 7 episode on USA Network drew 1.470 million viewers, up from 1.379 million the previous week, with the 18-49 demo rating also rising to 0.35 from 0.31, per Wrestlenomics. The bump lines up with a stacked post-SummerSlam show from the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia. The episode opened with a tribute to Dory Funk Jr. following his passing, before Cody Rhodes called out Randy Orton, only to be interrupted by CM Punk, who said he didn't know about Orton's return. Kevin Owens confronted Undisputed WWE Champion CM Punk, setting up tension for the title picture, while Owens and Sami Zayn also had a heated backstage argument after Zayn expressed frustration that Owens' return had cost him a title opportunity. In the ring, Baron Corbin retained the United States Championship against Trick Williams in a SummerSlam rematch, and Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid of Fatal Influence retained the Women's Tag Team Championship in a champions-vs-champions match against Chelsea Green and Tiffany Stratton. The night's biggest surprise came in the main event, where returning star Alexa Bliss and debuting Tatum Paxley showed up to help Charlotte Flair defeat Jade Cargill. Backstage, Carmelo Hayes attacked Baron Corbin and challenged him for the U.S. Title next week. That mix of returns, title defenses, and championship-picture drama appears to have helped push the show's numbers up week-over-week.

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Charlotte Flair has reflected on her recent run in WWE, revealing that she considers 2026 the most versatile year of her career despite feeling that some people had written her off. Flair discussed her evolution as a performer during a recent interview on Busted Open, explaining that she has learned to show different sides of her personality rather than relying solely on the larger-than-life character that fans have traditionally associated with “The Queen.” “I truly believe this was like the best year of my career and I’ve never been more versatile,” Flair said. “So I’m like, if I can do that in a year that everyone had kind of, I felt, written me off. Imagine what I can do in five years.” One of the biggest changes has been Flair's willingness to embrace comedy, vulnerability and less serious moments on WWE programming. She has recently been able to show a different side of herself while working alongside Alexa Bliss, something she believes has helped audiences connect with her in a new way. Flair acknowledged that she understands why fans have traditionally expected her to be positioned as a singles star competing for championships. However, she believes her current experience has allowed her to demonstrate that there is more to her character than being a perennial title contender. “I think being in this tag, whether it’s slow or not for some of my fans, I think there is a bigger picture and that I’m going to keep working towards,” Flair said. The former Women's Champion also believes she has discovered that she does not always need to be presented as the dominant main-event character to remain compelling. “I think it’s just showing that vulnerability and showing that, like, hey, I don’t need to have a main [event]... I’m interesting,” she explained. That realization represents an important change for Flair, who spent much of her WWE career being presented as one of the company's most protected and decorated stars. Flair also discussed how she has gradually learned to balance her extravagant “Queen” presentation with a more relatable version of herself. Rather than abandoning the robes, feathers and glamour associated with her character, she has looked for ways to incorporate more of her real personality into the presentation. “I’ve spent the last year trying to figure out how to bring how you would see me on the street or like at a random day in Orlando and then bedazzle that,” Flair said. And despite everything she has already accomplished, Flair clearly believes there is considerably more to come. “I’m like, if I can do that in a year that everyone had kind of, I felt, written me off. Imagine what I can do in five years,” she said.

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In a recent sit-down interview with Chris Van Vliet, former WWE Superstar Nikki Cross revealed that one of her most memorable on-screen personas — Nikki A.S.H., short for "Almost a Superhero" — wasn't handed to her by WWE's creative team. It was her own idea, and she took it straight to the top. Cross explained that the concept grew out of a period when she had little going on in WWE storylines. Her tag team with Alexa Bliss was winding down as Bliss became more involved with Bray Wyatt-related stories, leaving Cross searching for her next chapter. Drawing on her lifelong love of superheroes — she cited the 1990s X-Men cartoon, Rogue, and Storm as major influences — she noticed WWE hadn't had a female superhero-style character since Hurricane Helms and Mighty Molly. She saw an opening and decided to build a pitch around it. Cross didn't just show up with an idea — she put together a full presentation. She commissioned a Scottish artist to design mock-up artwork of the character, complete with a blue-and-gold X-Men-inspired color scheme, a cape, a mask, and a lightning bolt nodding to her independent-circuit persona, Nikki Storm. She even researched box office numbers from major superhero films like Wonder Woman and Captain Marvel to support her case that the concept could be commercially successful. With time running short before Raw, she waited outside Vince McMahon's office for several hours to deliver what she described as an elevator pitch — a quick case for why the character would work and make WWE money. Weeks passed with no word. Then, on Mother's Day, McMahon texted her his verdict, calling the idea "genius" and instructing the creative team to move forward with it. McMahon did put his own stamp on the character, though. He steered it away from Cross's more elaborate original vision — closer to Captain Marvel — toward something simpler and more relatable, in the mold of early Spider-Man. The result was "Nikki Almost a Superhero": a character who isn't a true superhero, but believes she is one anyway. The character resonated. Cross went on to win Money in the Bank as Nikki A.S.H. and cashed in the very next night to become Raw Women's Champion — a milestone she has called the product of years of preparation meeting the right timing. She also credited a specific piece of advice from Hurricane Helms, whom she calls "papa," for shaping the character's execution: no matter what happened in a match, the mask could never come off, since a superhero losing their mask on live television would undercut the entire gimmick. That guidance led to several redesigns of the mask before the team landed on one secure enough for in-ring competition. Cross recently left WWE after a decade with the company and has since returned to the independent scene under her original ring name, Nikki Storm, following her and her husband's acquisition of the UK promotion Progress Wrestling.

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Ahead of their WrestleMania 40 clash, Bayley has revealed a glimpse into her past communication with IYO SKY, formerly known as Io Shirai. ## The messages, shared on social media, date back to March 2022 and showcase Bayley reaching out to Shirai, then an NXT Superstar, with an idea (possibly represented by a knife emoji in the screenshot). Shirai's enthusiastic response suggests the beginnings of a potential collaboration.## While the full details of Bayley's initial concept remain veiled, Shirai would indeed appear alongside Bayley and Dakota Kai at SummerSlam 2022 under the new ring name IYO SKY. The trio would later form the dominant faction Damage CTRL, capturing a victory against Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss, and Asuka at Clash at the Castle in September 2022.## The dynamic of Damage CTRL would shift throughout 2023, with Asuka joining the group in November, reuniting with her former partner Kairi Sane. However, tensions arose within the group as Asuka and Sane attacked Bayley, the reigning Royal Rumble winner, on February 2nd, 2024, setting the stage for their WrestleMania showdown.## With Dakota Kai also turning on Bayley on the latest episode of SmackDown, WrestleMania 40 promises a complex and potentially emotional encounter between former allies Bayley and IYO SKY. ## Less than 2 weeks away.#WrestleMania pic.twitter.com/duqLPHv81M— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) March 27, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Even though Alexa Bliss is currently MIA (missing in action) from WWE, her fans are still buzzing about her and eagerly await her comeback. ## The WWE Superstar disappeared from our screens after the Royal Rumble in January 2023. Back then, the expectation was that she'd return eventually, teaming up again with the mysterious Bray Wyatt and his creepy persona, Uncle Howdy. ## Those plans, however, fizzled out when Wyatt himself got pulled from TV due to heart problems in March, and Bliss found out she was pregnant. Tragically, Wyatt later passed away that year from a heart attack. ## Bliss and her husband, Ryan Cabrera, became parents to a baby girl, Hendrix Rouge Cabrera. Since then, the former WWE Women's Champion has been embracing motherhood while also getting back in shape for her in-ring return. ## Recently, Bliss responded to a fan who shared a clip of a particularly intense exchange of blows between her and IYO SKY during a match. ## not alexa and iyo almost throwing hands? 😭pic.twitter.com/EoZVrxhcm8— t ☆ (@thebujee) March 25, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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The hype for the 2024 Royal Rumble is electric, crackling right up to the event's kick-off in just a few hours! While speculation about potential Rumble winners runs rampant, a glimpse into the betting odds might offer some intriguing clues. ## Remember, the Rumble's magic lies in its 30 surprise entrants, keeping fans perpetually on the edge of their seats. But for now, let's delve into the final betting predictions (courtesy of BetOnline) for tonight's main clashes. ## Roman Reigns stands as the undeniable favorite to retain his Undisputed Universal Championship against LA Knight, Randy Orton, and AJ Styles. Surprisingly, Logan Paul still holds the upper hand against Kevin Owens in the United States Championship bout. ## Now, onto the crown jewels of the night – the Royal Rumble matches! CM Punk currently reigns as the frontrunner to emerge victorious from the Men's Rumble, while Bayley appears poised to punch her ticket to WrestleMania in the Women's Rumble. ## Let's check out the odds below; ## Undisputed WWE Universal Championship Match Winner: ## Roman Reigns (c) -3000## Randy Orton +800## LA Knight +1400## AJ Styles +1600## WWE United States Championship Match Winner: ## Logan Paul (c) -2000## Kevin Owens +700## 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble Winner: ## CM Punk +125## Gunther +180## Cody Rhodes +250## Drew McIntyre +1000## The Rock +1000## Jey Uso +1400## Sami Zayn +1800## MJF +2500## Solo Sikoa +3300## Big E +5000## Brock Lesnar +5000## Damian Priest +5000## Kazuchika Okada +5000## Kevin Owens +5000## LA Knight +5000## Randy Orton +5000## AJ Styles +6600## Austin Theory +6600## Bobby Lashley +6600## Bron Breakker +6600## Bronson Reed +6600## Santos Escobar +6600## Carmelo Hayes +8000## Dominik Mysterio +8000## Logan Paul +8000## Montez Ford +8000## Seth Rollins +8000## Shinsuke Nakamura +8000## Andrade El Idolo +10000## Braun Strowman +10000## Chad Gable +10000## Finn Balor +10000## Grayson Waller +10000## Ilja Dragunov +10000## Jimmy Uso +10000## John Cena +10000## Pete Dunne +10000## Ricochet +10000## Roman Reigns +10000## Sheamus +10000## Tommaso Ciampa +10000## Carlito +15000## Ivar +15000## JD McDonagh +15000## Johnny Gargano +15000## Otis +15000## Trick Williams +15000## Tyler Bate +15000## Kofi Kingston +20000## Rey Mysterio +20000## The Miz +20000## Stone Cold Steve Austin +25000## 2024 Women’s Royal Rumble Winner: ## Bayley -140## Becky Lynch +250## Jade Cargill +600## Nia Jax +800## Bianca Belair +1000## Mercedes Mone/Sasha Banks +1200## Raquel Rodriguez +1200## Liv Morgan +1400## Asuka +2500## Shayna Baszler +2500## Trinity/Naomi +2500## Zoey Stark +2500## Iyo Sky +5000## Rhea Ripley +5000## Ronda Rousey +5000## Roxanne Perez +5000## Shotzi +5000## Dakota Kai +8000## Ivy Nile +8000## Piper Niven +8000## Tiffany Stratton +8000## Alba Fyre +10000## Alexa Bliss +10000## Chelsea Green +10000## Lyra Valkyria +10000## Mia Yim +10000## Tegan Nox +10000## Xia Li +10000## Zelina Vega +10000## Blair Davenport +15000## Candice LeRae +15000## Carmella +15000## Indi Hartwell +15000## Isla Dawn +15000## Trish Stratus +15000## Valhalla +15000## Nikki Cross +20000## Ava +25000## Brie Bella +25000## Lita +25000## Maryse +25000## Michelle McCool +25000## Natalya +25000## Nikki Bella +25000## Tamina +25000## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Stamford, November 30 - WWE Superstar Alexa Bliss and her husband, renowned musician Ryan Cabrera, joyfully revealed some thrilling news on social media. ## Bliss has been absent from the wrestling scene since her last match at Royal Rumble 2023 in January, where she faced off against Bianca Belair for the RAW Women's Championship. Despite a valiant effort, Bliss fell short in the contest. Post-match, she lingered in the ring, grappling with the disappointment, only to be taunted by Uncle Howdy on the jumbotron, highlighting her loss of control.## Since that time, Bliss has been on a hiatus from the wrestling world as she and Ryan Cabrera eagerly awaited the arrival of their first child. The elated couple took to Instagram today to share the news that their daughter made her debut on November 27. ## In a lighthearted video announcement, Ryan Cabrera assumes the role of a laid-back "girl dad," showcasing his fatherly coolness while strolling around the house with Jimi Hendrix's "Foxy Lady" setting the perfect tone in the background. The video concludes with the reveal of the baby's weight, presented in a manner befitting a professional wrestler's introduction. ## Congratulations to @AlexaBliss_WWE & @RyanCabrera on the birth of their daughter, Hendrix Rouge Cabrera!https://t.co/4nFmnJJ8J5 pic.twitter.com/7E2hoN8jFg— WWE (@WWE) November 30, 2023 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Las Vegas, 4 November - WWE has officially announced the return of the WarGames match for Survivor Series.## There was a lot of speculation surrounding the addition of this match to the event, but during the 2023 WWE Crown Jewel event, WWE confirmed its inclusion at Survivor Series. ## Last year, WWE held the WarGames match on November 26, 2022, at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, and was the 36th annual Survivor Series event. The event featured two WarGames matches, one for the men and one for the women. ## The men's WarGames match was between The Bloodline (Roman Reigns, The Usos, Solo Sikoa, and Sami Zayn) and a team of rebels led by Kevin Owens (Drew McIntyre, Sheamus, Butch, and Ridge Holland). The match was a brutal affair, with both teams using the WarGames structure to their advantage. In the end, The Bloodline emerged victorious, with Roman Reigns pinning Kevin Owens. ## The women's WarGames match was between Damage CTRL, Nikki Cross, and Rhea Ripley and a team of babyfaces led by Bianca Belair (Asuka, Alexa Bliss, Mia Yim, and Becky Lynch). This match was also very physical, with both teams using the WarGames structure to their advantage. In the end, the babyface team emerged victorious, with Bianca Belair pinning Rhea Ripley. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Chicago, 15 October - Survivor Series 2023 stands as one of the promotion's premier annual events, sharing the spotlight with WrestleMania, SummerSlam, Royal Rumble, and Money in the Bank. This year is no exception, with a star-studded card in the making. ## The current champion, Roman Reigns, and The Bloodline are poised to play pivotal roles in the show. Roman Reigns is expected to defend his title in a singles match, and there's speculation that The Bloodline might participate in a WarGames match.## According to the grapevine, WWE is eagerly anticipating the arrival of some big-name stars at the event. This has raised the anticipation of fans who are expecting a thrilling and memorable event.## Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 25, 2023, when the event will take place at the Allstate Arena in the Chicago suburb of Rosemont, Illinois. ## Let's check out the top 5 predictions: ## #1. Men's WarGames match ## Reports indicate that WWE is considering a WarGames match for Survivor Series. In 2022, the first-ever main roster of WWE WarGames matches occurred in Boston, featuring both men's and women's contests. ## A men's WarGames match is in the discussion. It was strongly suggested that Judgment Day would be involved in the match, but the specifics remain unconfirmed. Currently, Judgment Day is embroiled in a feud with notable stars such as Cody Rhodes, Jey Uso, Sami Zayn, Kevin Owens, and others. It would certainly be exciting to witness their involvement in the match. ## #2. Women's Survivor Series Match ## In the previous year, Team Belair, consisting of Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss, Asuka, Mia Yim, and Becky Lynch, faced off against Team Damage CTRL, featuring Bayley, Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky, Nikki Cross, and Rhea Ripley. However, this year, creating a cohesive lineup between Raw and SmackDown appears to be more challenging. While Damage CTRL is confirmed to be part of the card, there have been no introductions of fresh faces yet. ## It is highly likely that we will witness the inclusion of Raquel Rodriguez, Nia Jax, Becky Lynch, Zoey Stark, and possibly more to the mix. ## #3. Seth Rollins vs. LA Knight For The Title ## I believe this presents an excellent opportunity for LA Knight to dethrone Seth Rollins and claim the World Heavyweight championship. There have been discussions about WWE giving him a significant push in the future, making this a monumental achievement if it materializes. ## Currently, there isn't an ongoing feud between Rollins and Knight, but they still have more than a month and a half to develop the storyline. ## #4. Rey Mysterio vs. Santos Escobar For The Title ## The situation between LWO stablemates Rey Mysterio and Santos Escobar appears to be stable at the moment. However, Mysterio's position as the US Champion could potentially lead to a conflict in the near future. ## While WWE's initial intention might have been to incorporate LWO into the traditional Survivor Series match, a one-on-one showdown between these two would likely be a better fit. ## #5. Singles Match: John Cena vs. Solo Sikoa ## The matchup between John Cena and Solo Sikoa is the type of bout that would undoubtedly capture everyone's interest if it were to take place at the event. Although Cena's presence isn't prominently featured on the event poster, it's worth noting that the card is always subject to change. ## John Cena is presently embarked on a brief and final stint in WWE. During his return, he initiated a storyline involving The Bloodline. Most recently, Cena joined forces with LA Knight to secure a victory over The Bloodline, comprising Jimmy Uso and Solo Sikoa, with Paul Heyman in their corner. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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New York, 13 October - Alexa Bliss, a prominent WWE star, is currently on maternity leave and has decided to revamp her appearance during her time off. She hasn't appeared on WWE TV since her rematch against then-Raw Women's Champion Bianca Belair at the Royal Rumble, which she unfortunately lost.## There was significant speculation that she would return and potentially form an alliance with Bray Wyatt and Uncle Howdy, generating considerable buzz on social media at the time. ## However, these plans took a drastic turn when Wyatt had to take a leave of absence due to heart issues in March, and Bliss later revealed her pregnancy. Tragically, Wyatt passed away from a heart attack, leading to the complete abandonment of those plans. ## Bliss recently took to Instagram to reveal her new look, which includes a haircut. You can view her latest post below: ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lexi Cabrera (@alexa_bliss_wwe_) ## It should be noted that In May 2023, Bliss revealed she is expecting her first baby due in December 2023. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Columbus, May 24, 2023 - Whether it be the realm of creativity or the intricate web of travel arrangements, plans within the dynamic world of WWE are known to undergo frequent transformations, a fact recently reinforced by Alexa Bliss, who had been conspicuously absent from television for several months. ## Following her match against Raw Women's Champion Bianca Belair at the Royal Rumble this past January, Bliss opted to take a sabbatical from WWE, with the expectation that she would eventually make a triumphant return, aligning herself once again with the enigmatic Bray Wyatt and the enigmatic Uncle Howdy. This assumption was bolstered by the lingering image of Bliss reacting to a video snippet featuring a playground and the enigmatic Uncle Howdy, which served as the parting glimpse of her on WWE programming. ## Earlier this month, rumblings emerged indicating that Bliss was poised to reclaim her spot on the WWE TV landscape. The company, desiring her presence for the Night of Champions event in Saudi Arabia this forthcoming Saturday, initially intended for her to join the WWE crew on their overseas excursion. ## However, the tides of fate have swayed, and Bliss's inclusion in the entourage heading overseas is no longer part of the grand design. Insight from the esteemed insider account, Boozer #BWE, renowned for its past revelations within the realm of WWE, divulged that Bliss is conspicuously absent from the talent roster assembled for promotional activities on behalf of the company. In an unexpected twist, esteemed wrestlers such as LA Knight have stepped in to replace both Bliss and Bobby Lashley in their respective PR duties. ## In the midst of her prolonged absence from the televised WWE universe, Bliss took it upon herself to reach out and connect with her devoted fanbase. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

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Reports suggest that WWE is eager to feature Alexa Bliss in their upcoming Night of Champions event in Saudi Arabia, as per a tweet from the private BoozerRasslin Twitter account. While this could mean that she will soon be integrated into WWE storylines, no official confirmation has been released. ## The last time Bliss appeared on WWE TV was during the Royal Rumble, where she lost to the Raw Women's Champion, Bianca Belair. Although her name hasn't been mentioned on WWE TV since then, Bliss has kept herself busy with appearances on "The Masked Singer" and Jimmy Fallon's "That's My Jam." According to Dave Meltzer, Bliss has been "ready to return" for a while now. ## The latest update from BoozerRasslin states that Bliss will be accompanying the roster to Saudi Arabia, but her TV situation remains unclear. Night of Champions is scheduled to be aired live from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on May 27. On the other hand, regarding Bray Wyatt, no new updates have been reported. As per Boozer, "Bray's fate rests in the hands of management and himself." ## Months have passed since Wyatt disappeared from WWE TV, and his storyline that featured Bo Dallas as Uncle Howdy has come to a halt. It has been reported that Wyatt has been dealing with an "illness." Recently, he was spotted in public and appeared to be in high spirits. Check out the photo below. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.