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BY JITU JANGIR

Pro wrestling superstar Mercedes Mone (formerly Sasha Banks in WWE) reacted to the exciting news dropped on tonight's AEW Dynamite. ## During the February 7th episode, AEW CEO Tony Khan unveiled "AEW Big Business," a special event scheduled for March 13th at the TD Garden in Boston. ## Following this bombshell announcement, Mone, widely anticipated to make her debut at the show, took to Twitter to express her thoughts: ## “I remember when couldn’t pay the rent## “Now I own the whole building that I’m living in## “Sky’s the limit when you’re never giving in## “You get in, you ride it out ## “And don’t look back again” ## The sentiment might ring a bell as those words form the lyrics of Sasha Banks' previous theme song "Sky's the Limit" in WWE.## Despite ample hints suggesting the AEW's Big Business event will witness the debut of the former Mercedes Mone in All Elite Wrestling, the company hasn't explicitly disclosed Mone's arrival yet.## Nevertheless, all indications affirm that it's indeed occurring—Mercedes Mone is officially part of the All Elite roster. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Sting & Darby Allin ascended to the top of the tag team division, defeating Big Bill & Ricky Starks to claim the AEW Tag Team Championships. Sting sealed the victory with his iconic Scorpion Death Drop on Starks, sending the crowd into a frenzy. ## However, their celebration was brutally interrupted by The Young Bucks. In a vicious ambush, Matt & Nick Jackson rained down blows on Sting & Darby with steel pipes, leaving them bloodied and battered in the ring amidst Sting's celebrating family. ## This victory marks a historical moment for Sting & Darby Allin, not only as their first reign as AEW Tag Team Champions, but also maintaining their undefeated streak as a duo in AEW. Meanwhile, Starks & Bill's 124-day reign, which began on October 7th at AEW Collision and included three successful title defenses, comes to an abrupt end. ## More significantly, this win marks Sting's first championship victory since 2011, when he held the TNA World Heavyweight Title. Despite the brutal post-match attack, Sting & Darby Allin stand atop the tag team division, their resilience and fighting spirit undoubtedly tested in the coming weeks. ## #ANDNEWThe Legend Lives On! @Sting and @DarbyAllin are your NEW #AEW World Tag Team Champions! pic.twitter.com/Js9gwhJgD1— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) February 8, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Mercedes Moné, formerly known as Sasha Banks in WWE, has been generating a lot of buzz about a potential debut in AEW. For the majority of her career, Banks was a prominent figure in WWE from 2012 to 2022. However, due to creative issues in 2022, she walked out of WWE and did not return. ## Subsequently, she made her presence felt in NJPW/Stardom at Wrestle Kingdom 17 in January 2023, adopting the ring name Mercedes Moné. Unfortunately, Moné encountered an ankle injury during a match against Nightingale. ## Speculation about her return has been rife, initially suggesting a comeback to WWE. However, recent reports have diverged, indicating that Tony Khan has already secured her services. ## Now, per the latest report from Fightful Select, Mercedes Mone is headed to AEW, and has been on their payroll for a while. ## While there was debate about an earlier announcement or debut, the decision was made to save the reveal for the Boston event. Interestingly, plans for both the February 7th and March 13th shows were finalized weeks before, adding intrigue to the timing. ## Addressing speculation of an earlier New York debut, sources clarified that Moné wasn't fully prepared due to a 2023 injury. This information, corroborated by NJPW sources, confirms she hadn't yet received medical clearance or resumed training despite earlier reports. Notably, NJPW intends to continue exploring potential collaborations with Moné. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

In a stunning announcement, AEW boss Tony Khan unveiled "AEW Big Business," a landmark event scheduled for Wednesday, March 13th at TD Garden in Boston. ## Khan himself highlighted the event's immense importance, calling it one of the most critical nights in AEW history, destined to leave an indelible mark on the annals of professional wrestling.## This cryptic announcement has ignited fan speculation, with many suspecting it could potentially witness the highly anticipated debut of Sasha Banks, now known as Mercedes Mone. ## As per the latest report from Fightful Select, Mone is seemingly poised to join AEW, with whispers suggesting she's already on their payroll. ## As announced by #AEW CEO & GM @TonyKhan, #AEW returns to @TDGarden in Boston, MA on Wednesday, March 13th, with #AEWDynamite: BIG BUSINESS on @TBSNetwork!Tickets go on sale THIS SATURDAY 2/10 at 10am ET at https://t.co/UN1cNj1kQq! pic.twitter.com/xWmp2CE93a— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) February 8, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Hangman Page and Swerve Strickland battled it out in a nail-biting number one contender's match on Dynamite, vying for the chance to challenge Samoa Joe for the AEW World Title at Revolution. But after a grueling 30 minutes, neither competitor managed to pin the other, resulting in a controversial draw.## Just as Swerve stood on the brink of victory, landing a two-count after his JML Driver, the clock cruelly ran out. Desperate, he pleaded for a five-minute extension, but Hangman wasn't having it, insisting he hadn't earned the right to be number one contender.## In a surprising twist, Tony Schiavone announced that both men would be number one contenders, forcing Joe to defend his title in a triple-threat showdown at Revolution.## This decision didn't sit well with the champion. Joe fumed, accusing AEW of "celebrating mediocrity" and declaring neither challenger worthy of sharing the ring with him. However, he vowed to maintain his reign at Revolution, promising both challengers a world of hurt. ## Samoa Joe knows the deck is stacked against him at #AEWRevolution, but he has a warning for "Hangman" Adam Page and Swerve Strickland.Watch #AEWDynamite LIVE on TBS!@SamoaJoe pic.twitter.com/c7Mt9A9aE8— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) February 8, 2024 # Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

New York Stock Exchange spectacle fades as McMahon departs under cloud of legal troubles. ## Though WWE and UFC's partnership seemed promising last year, their celebratory photo op at the Stock Exchange now feels overshadowed by recent events. ## Ex-employee Janel Grant's lawsuit alleging sexual trafficking and misconduct against Vince McMahon has rocked the wrestling world, leading to his formal resignation from both WWE and its parent company, TKO Holdings. ## McMahon vehemently denies Grant's claims, calling them baseless, but facing pressure from TKO CEO Ari Emanuel and President/COO Mark Shapiro, he stepped down, reportedly to protect the company's interests. ## Meanwhile, troubling revelations keep surfacing. TKO was apparently aware of McMahon's alleged behavior before the merger, and federal authorities are now investigating the lawsuit's claims. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Despite being WWE's flagship show with a dedicated weekly audience, Monday Night RAW saw its viewership drop this week. ## As reported by SpoilerTV, the February 5th episode averaged 1.890 million viewers, down from the previous week's 1.909 million. ## The decline extended to the key 18-49 demographic, with a 0.58 rating compared to the previous week's 0.61. Despite these drops, the episode offered several noteworthy moments. ## The "We Want Cody" movement gained significant traction, showcasing fans' strong desire for Cody Rhodes to conclude his storyline at WrestleMania 40 instead of The Rock. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

While in Phoenix for tonight's AEW Dynamite at the Footprint Center, Saraya, who joined AEW in 2022 following her retirement due to spinal stenosis, took a break from the squared circle to have some lighthearted fun on Tuesday night. ## In 2023, Saraya had her first shot at AEW gold during a thrilling triple threat match against Ruby Soho and then-champion Jamie Hayter at Revolution, but ultimately fell short. However, she later found redemption by capturing the Women's Title at All In. ## Her most recent in-ring action came on the January 10th episode of Dynamite, where she teamed with The Outcasts (Ruby Soho & Skye Blue) and Julia Hart, but their alliance fell to Anna Jay, Kris Statlander, Thunder Rosa, and Willow Nightingale.## However, Tuesday night belonged to playful antics. Saraya attended the Suns vs. Milwaukee Bucks game, where she unexpectedly got into a playful tussle with the Suns mascot. In a hilarious display, she delivered a mock suplex onto a crash pad, but the mascot, clearly enjoying the moment, sprung right back up with laughter. To cap off the fun exchange, they even snapped a photo together. ## #AEW's @Saraya and @JustinRoberts are guests of the Phoenix @Suns at tonight's game ahead of TOMORROW's LIVE #AEWDynamite from the @FootprintCNTR!The action starts locally at 5:30pm MT, Get your tickets NOW!Wednesday Night Dynamite airs LIVE on TBS @ 8/7c with an overrun! pic.twitter.com/hklIiP2sur— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) February 7, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

BY JITU JANGIR

Speculation is running wild as AEW president Tony Khan promises a major reveal during tonight's Dynamite. ## Fans are buzzing with the possibility of landing either the legendary Mercedes Mone or NJPW's powerhouse Kazuchika Okada, both rumored to be eyeing a spot in the All Elite universe. ## But the excitement doesn't stop there! Khan's announcement could also hold the key to Dynamite's Boston debut, setting the stage for a triumphant homecoming for Mone.## The main event features a thrilling clash between Swerve Strickland and Hangman Page. The victor earns a coveted shot at the World Title, currently held by the formidable Samoa Joe at the upcoming Revolution event. ## #AEWDynamite TBSTOMORROW*With an Overrun!World Tag Team TitleRicky Starks + Big Bill vSting + Darby AllinCMLL/BCCWomen's World ChampionTimeless Toni Storm v Red VelvetDeonna Purrazzo on commentaryJericho v TakeshitaMy Big AnnouncementHangman v Swerve 3TOMORROW— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) February 7, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Discontent rumbles on amongst wrestling fans following the news that Cody Rhodes' anticipated "storyline completion" at WrestleMania 40 is being sidelined. The decision to have The Rock challenge Roman Reigns instead, despite Rhodes winning the Royal Rumble, has drawn significant backlash towards both The Rock and WWE. ## As it turns out, the Rock's involvement was a closely guarded secret, known only to a select few including Triple H, Endeavor CEO Ari Emanuel, and WWE President Nick Khan. This revelation further fueled fan frustration, who feel blindsided by the shift.## Fans have made their voices heard loud and clear: chants of "Rocky Sucks" erupted during Raw, various supportive hashtags have dominated social media for days, and live events continue to erupt in cheers for Rhodes. ## In a novel form of protest, fans are driving up sales of Rhodes' new t-shirt design on WWE Shop, sending a clear message of dissatisfaction with the booking change. ## Cody Rhodes has the top-selling t-shirt on WWE Shop right now. pic.twitter.com/bfaDSWykE0— Andrew Ravens l WrestlingNews.co (@Andrew_Ravens) February 7, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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NXT kicked off 2024 with a bang at their Vengeance Day PLE, electrifying the F&M Bank Arena in Clarksville, TN. ## The main event saw NXT Champion Ilja Dragunov retain his title against Trick Williams, but the real shocker came after the bell, as Trick's tag team partner Carmelo Hayes betrayed him in a stunning twist. ## The entire card was packed with top-tier matchups. North American Champion Oba Femi faced off against the high-flying Dragon Lee, while the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic Finals pitted the unlikely duo of Bron Breakker and Baron Corbin against Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams. ## Breakker and Corbin emerged victorious, adding another chapter to Corbin's remarkable journey - the WWE Stats Twitter account revealed he's only the 7th star to lose in the finals and then come back to win it all, joining legends like Pete Dunne and Wes Lee. Corbin's last finals appearance dates back to 2015, where he and Rhyno fell short against Finn Balor and Samoa Joe. ## At #WWENXT Vengeance Day, @BaronCorbinWWE became the 7th Superstar to be a runner-up in a Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic one year, and then a winner of the tournament in a different year. Others on that list include @PeteDunneYxB, @ImKingKota, and @WesLee_WWE.— Wrestling Stats & Info (@WWEStats) February 5, 2024 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

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Wrestling veteran Justin Gabriel recently revealed a past altercation with current star Cody Rhodes. During his stint with WWE (2008-2015), Gabriel squared off against Rhodes multiple times, most notably in early 2012.## On Rene Dupree's podcast, Gabriel recounted a "tiff" with Rhodes that escalated to a physical confrontation. Apparently, Rhodes' creative input led to changes in storylines, which didn't sit well with Gabriel.## "Cody and I had a bit of a disagreement, nothing major," Gabriel clarified. "He changed some storylines with creative, which I wasn't thrilled about. Long story short, we ended up throwing punches. We settled it quickly, though. I doubt he even remembers."## Gabriel described initially mistaking Rhodes' aggression for a joke, leading to a push in self-defense. He then realized the seriousness of the situation, but his laughter further fueled Rhodes' anger. Thankfully, WWE legends Mark Henry and Booker T intervened before things got out of hand.## "I thought he was messing around at first," Gabriel said. "He swung at me, so I instinctively pushed him back. I'm no stranger to a fight, so my reflexes were quick. When I saw he was serious, I panicked a bit. But I just laughed it off, which apparently made him even madder. Luckily, Mark and Booker stepped in before things got ugly." ## This anecdote offers a glimpse into the high-pressure world of professional wrestling, where emotions can sometimes boil over. Fortunately, both individuals moved on without holding grudges. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...