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BY JITU JANGIR

Toronto native Adam Copeland, better known to WWE fans as Edge, has secured his first championship title in AEW after defeating Christian Cage in a bloody and brutal I Quit match on this week's Dynamite. ## Copeland, already a WWE Hall of Famer, had been chasing Cage and the TNT title for some time. Their rivalry intensified upon Copeland's arrival in AEW last year, culminating in this highly anticipated hometown clash.## The match between Cage and Copeland (Edge) was a brutal affair, featuring the use of foreign objects, a chaotic brawl backstage, and plenty of blood. Both wrestlers displayed incredible grit and determination as they tore into each other throughout the live show.## The intensity only grew as members of The Family (Matt Hardy, Andrade El Idolo, and Private Announcement) attempted to sway the match in Cage's favor. However, Copeland received crucial assistance from Daddy Magic and Daniel Garcia, evening the odds. ## With Cage handcuffed and left vulnerable, Copeland delivered a decisive blow, forcing his opponent to utter the dreaded words – "I Quit." A new TNT Champion was crowned, and the Rated-R Superstar had etched his name on yet another championship title.## Copeland's ring attire for the match held a special significance. The gear echoed the Maple Leaf design he wore during his final WWE match in Toronto, a subtle nod to his Canadian roots and a reminder of his enduring connection to his hometown. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Here are the complete spoiler results for the March 22 episode of AEW Rampage which was tapped on March 20, 2024, at the TCoca-Cola Coliseum in Toronto, ON. ## AEW Rampage airs every Friday at 10 pm ET on TNT in the United States. It is AEW's second weekly television show, positioned behind their flagship show, Dynamite.## AEW Rampage Spoilers For 3/22/24 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

After 25 years with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), John Porco has parted ways with the company, per PWInsider.com. Porco began his journey with WWE in 1999 as a Public Relations Coordinator before moving to the live events department in 2002. ## Throughout his tenure, Porco rose through the ranks, eventually becoming Director of Marketing, a position he held for 20 years until 2022. His understanding of marketing dynamics played a key role in enhancing WWE's global visibility and popularity.## In 2022, Porco was promoted to Executive Vice President of Live Events, where he oversaw the planning and execution of WWE's live shows, ensuring memorable experiences for fans worldwide.## Porco's departure last month has left many in the WWE community surprised, with details about his exit still unclear. Justin Scalise, previously Senior Vice President of Live Event Marketing, has stepped into Porco's role. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

With just over two weeks left until the grandest stage of them all, WWE is reportedly planning to add even more excitement to WrestleMania 40. Currently, there are 10 matches officially confirmed for the two-night event on April 6th and 7th. ## Night one's confirmed match is the highly anticipated tag team showdown featuring The Rock and Roman Reigns taking on the duo of Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. Night two boasts the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship clash between Reigns and Rhodes, along with the World Heavyweight Championship bout pitting Rollins against Drew McIntyre. ## The remaining seven matches haven't been allocated to specific nights yet. However, Logan Paul hinted that his United States Championship Triple Threat match against Randy Orton and Kevin Owens might be on night two. ## According to WrestleVotes, a well-known insider source, WWE is planning to add four more matches to the WrestleMania card. This would bring the total to 14 matches, with seven on each night. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

The parent company of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (TKO), has agreed to settle a long-running antitrust lawsuit brought by former UFC fighters for a whopping $335 million. ## The lawsuit, which began in 2014 with the Le case and gained momentum with the Johnson case filed in 2021, alleged that the UFC violated antitrust laws by stifling competition and suppressing fighter pay. The fighters claimed the UFC operated as a monopoly, restricting their ability to negotiate for better contracts and participate in other promotions. ## TKO has agreed to pay out the $335 million settlement in installments over a specified period. While the exact details of the payout structure haven't been disclosed, the settlement will be divided among all eligible former UFC fighters covered by the class action lawsuits.## The settlement agreement will be formalized in a detailed document and submitted to a Nevada court for approval. TKO also expects the settlement amount to be tax-deductible. ## This settlement marks a significant development in the ongoing debate about fighter pay and competition within the UFC. While the specific details of the agreement remain confidential, it suggests a potential shift in the power dynamics between the UFC and its athletes. The substantial settlement amount could pave the way for improved compensation for fighters and potentially open doors for more competition in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA). ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Mumbai, March 20 - Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's aerial action thriller Fighter has almost completed its box office journey, and it is currently the highest-grossing Indian film of the year with over 350 crores gross. ## Directed by Siddharth Anand, the movie was released during the Republic Day weekend and scored approximately 118.50 crores net over the 4-day weekend. The movie dropped a bit heavily on its first Monday despite super-positive reviews and this posed a threat as far as the film's lifetime collection was concerned at that time. ## However, staying true to its title, Fighter fought back and managed to rebound with solid consistency over the next couple of weeks. The movies continued to put decent numbers and managed to breach the 200 crores net mark which put it among the successful films. ## Overseas, Fighter did really well and grossed over 100 crores which makes it Hrithik's biggest overseas grosser and first 100 crores movie. Combined with the domestic total, the movie finished its box office run with around 359 crores globally. ## Here is the final box office breakdown of Fighter ## India Net Collection - 212.75 Cr. Approx.## India Gross Collection - 255.00 Cr.## Overseas Collection - 104.00 Cr. (estimated)## Worldwide Collection - 359.00 Cr.## Footfalls/Admissions - 1.17 Cr. Approx.## Box Office Verdict - Hit## Stay tuned...

BY JITU JANGIR

Despite representing rival wrestling promotions, Kenny Omega and John Cena have found common ground in mutual respect. Omega, a former AEW World Champion, recently praised Cena on his Twitch stream. ## While acknowledging they've never met, Omega commended Cena's wrestling skills and vast contributions to the industry. He specifically highlighted Cena's dedication to charity work, particularly his work with Make-A-Wish. ## Omega impressed upon his viewers that Cena's philanthropic efforts weren't for personal gain or recognition, but rather a genuine desire to make a positive impact. This praise follows Cena's recent social media post featuring an image of Kenny Omega. ## Omega is currently on the shelf (injured and unable to compete) as he recovers from diverticulitis. His in-ring return remains shrouded in mystery (the exact date is unknown). While, Cena is also missing from WWE action. He claims he hasn't received an invitation to the upcoming WrestleMania 40, but insists he's available that day (not booked for anything else). ## View this post on Instagram A post shared by John Cena (@johncena) ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

WWE Hall of Famers Trish Stratus and Lita, better known as "Team Bestie," are setting their sights on the Women's Tag Team Championship belts – and they're not afraid of a little superstition.## During a recent Q&A session at the "For the Love of Wrestling" convention, fans asked the legendary duo about their interest in the tag titles. Lita confidently dismissed the notion of a "curse" associated with the belts, which have seen several reigns cut short due to injuries and other setbacks.## "People like to talk about this imaginary curse of the [women's] tag titles," Lita said, "but I think that if Trish and I were tag champs, that somehow the curse would magically disappear."## Stratus echoed Lita's enthusiasm, issuing a playful challenge to the current champions, the Kabuki Warriors: "You're not ready for Team Bestie."## While Lita downplayed the curse, there's some basis for the concern. The titles have seen a string of unfortunate events. Sasha Banks and Naomi were stripped of the championship in May 2022 after a creative dispute. The titles then went through a period of vacancy before Aliyah and Raquel Rodriguez won them, only to lose them just weeks later. ## More recently, the curse seemed to strike again. In May 2023, Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan were forced to relinquish the titles due to Morgan's shoulder injury. Just two months later, Sonya Deville, another champion, suffered a torn ACL, leaving the championship picture in flux. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

The WWE Hall of Fame continues to induct legendary figures, with names like Paul Heyman and The U.S. Express confirmed for 2024. However, one group conspicuously absent is The Wyatt Family, despite their undeniable impact. ## Erick Rowan, a former member of the Wyatt Family, recently addressed the fan-driven campaign for their Hall of Fame induction. While acknowledging the outpouring of support reflects the influence of Bray Wyatt and Luke Harper, Rowan believes it's too soon.## "It's so soon since everything," Rowan said in an interview with Counted Out, referring to the tragic passing of Wyatt and Harper. "To even think about something like that [Hall of Fame] is just ridiculous to me."## The Wyatt Family, led by the enigmatic Bray Wyatt, captivated audiences with their unique blend of horror and mysticism. They battled top stars like The Shield and John Cena, leaving a lasting legacy on WWE.## While fans and fellow wrestlers advocate for Wyatt (potentially for both his individual persona and The Fiend character) or the entire group to be inducted this year, Rowan's comments suggest it might not happen yet. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

WWE NXT Superstar Brooks Jensen has issued an apology after wearing an Ole Anderson shirt on NXT TV. The incident sparked controversy due to Anderson's documented history of racism. ## On the March 12th edition of NXT, Jensen wore the shirt while challenging North American Champion Oba Femi. A fan later questioned Jensen's choice on social media, referencing Anderson's racist remarks and treatment of Black wrestlers.## Jensen responded with an apology, acknowledging his lack of awareness about Anderson's past. He emphasized his opposition to racism and bullying, stating: "I will never support any racism, hate, or bullying."## Jensen explained he respected Anderson for his in-ring work but was unaware of the allegations. He also addressed stereotypes associated with his appearance, highlighting his positive intentions.## The apology concluded with Jensen expressing regret for offending anyone and vowing to learn from the experience.## Livin, learnin, and lovin - thanks guys https://t.co/X9nIfxQobM pic.twitter.com/LvINtMdsYe— Brooks Jensen (@BrooksJensenWWE) March 19, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY SUNIT JANGIR

Kochi, March 20 - Malayalam survival thriller Manjummel Boys has scripted history as it has become the first ever Malayalam film to hit 200 crores gross collection at the worldwide box office, reaching the milestone in its 4th week. ## Directed by Chidambaram, the film has grossed around 130.50+ crores at the domestic box office and approximately 68.50 crores overseas to date. With its 28th-day collection, it will be the first time a Malayalam movie has entered the exclusive Rs 200-crore club.## Before Manjummel Boys, Tovino Thomas-led 2018: Everyone is a Hero (2023), which is also a reality-based survival thriller, was the highest-grossing Malayalam film with a worldwide gross collection of approximately 180 crores. ## The latest box-office sensation has received massive contributions from the Tamil Nadu box office where it has so far grossed around 54 crores, making it the first Malayalam movie to breach the milestone of 50 crores gross in the state. ## The storyline of Manjummel Boys revolves around a real-life incident and presents a gripping survival drama involving a group of men from Ernakulam, Kerala. It is Chidambaram's second directorial venture after Jan E Man. ## Stay tuned...

BY JITU JANGIR

Top Dolla, formerly of WWE's Hit Row, recently spoke about Paul Heyman's support for the group's unique hip-hop presentation. In an interview with Chris Van Vliet, Dolla revealed Heyman's appreciation for Hit Row's approach, which he saw as more realistic compared to other wrestlers' "kayfabe rap." ## Heyman reportedly advocated for Hit Row's work, texting Dolla with praise for their videos and suggesting their inclusion on shows. Dolla mentioned sending a video for a Christmas show that Heyman believed should open the program. However, such endorsements rarely translated to prominent spots on WWE television. ## Hit Row's talent seemed to be acknowledged behind the scenes, but translating into actual opportunities proved difficult. Dolla pointed out instances where their creative efforts, despite receiving positive feedback, never made it to air. Even during a highly-watched SmackDown taping, the only promoted match was Hit Row's title shot against The Usos, with no recognition for their wider contributions. ## Despite the frustrations, Dolla expressed gratitude for Heyman's unwavering support. He acknowledged that Heyman consistently appreciated their work, even when others remained hesitant to utilize it on television. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...