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Sunday, April 27, 2025

Good morning. Today we have a look back at “The Greatest Royal Rumble” ever (heavy sarcastic quotes on this), and results from AEW Collision Playoff Palooza (what a name) last night. Also inside: Aleister Black shares Bray Wyatt’s lasting advice, Bret Hart names his three greatest matches, and Bryan Danielson hints he may finally hang up his boots. Plus, Jade Cargill wins over the Reddit crowd, Dave Meltzer torches Cena vs. Cody, and much more. Let’s dig in!

🗓️ On This Day - 2018

Braun Strowman Wins the Greatest Royal Rumble!

7 years ago today, WWE held The Greatest Royal Rumble at King Abdullah International Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — the first event under its long-term partnership with The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The main event featured a chaotic 50-man Royal Rumble match, with Braun Strowman emerging victorious after last eliminating Big Cass. The match included a strange mix of entrants, from NXT wrestlers like Tucker Knight and Babatunde to a sumo wrestler, Hiroki Sumi, and legends like The Great Khali and Chris Jericho.

The stacked undercard saw John Cena defeat Triple H, Cedric Alexander retain the Cruiserweight Title against Kalisto, and Bray Wyatt & Matt Hardy win the Raw Tag Team Titles. Jeff Hardy, The Bludgeon Brothers, Seth Rollins, and AJ Styles all retained their respective championships, while The Undertaker beat Rusev in a Casket Match. In the night's other main event, Brock Lesnar controversially defeated Roman Reigns inside a steel cage to retain the Universal Championship.

I still can’t believe the actual Royal Rumble will be in Saudi Arabia next year!

AEW Collision Playoff Palooza Results - April 26th, 2025

AEW Collision aired from Lakefront Arena in New Orleans, kicking off late after the NBA playoffs with a packed Playoff Palooza lineup.

Swerve Strickland def. Blake Christian. In an impromptu opener, Swerve wrestled in street clothes after being ambushed by the Young Bucks and overcame interference from Lee Johnson to win with the JML Driver. After the match, Swerve was attacked again until Kenny Omega ran in for the save, delivering snap dragon suplexes and sharing a fist-pound with Swerve. Meanwhile, Samoa Joe made it clear backstage that Jon Moxley’s chaos won’t stop Joe from coming for the AEW World Championship.

Toni Storm def. Queen Aminata – AEW Women’s World Championship Eliminator. Aminata brought the fight after landing a swinging neckbreaker, but Toni Storm rallied with a German suplex, a running hip attack, and finished her off with the Storm Zero. Earlier in the night, Jeff Jarrett’s faction revealed that Jay Lethal has taken charge from Sonjay Dutt, looking to reset their fortunes.

Hologram def. Max Caster – Best Wrestler Alive Open Challenge. In another chapter of the Best Wrestler Alive open challenge series, Hologram easily outmaneuvered Max Caster, who couldn’t land a clean shot. Hologram secured the win with the spinning Portal Bomb.

Lio Rush & Action Andretti def. Top Flight – Tornado Tag Match. In a wild brawl using kendo sticks, trashcans, chairs, and Mardi Gras beads, Rush and Andretti, known as CRU, overcame Top Flight. After knocking Dante Martin off the turnbuckles, they hit a loaded punch and a double splash sequence to pin Darius Martin.

Anna Jay def. Taylor Gainey. Anna Jay steamrolled her opponent, winning quickly with a Gory Bomb. Post-match, Penelope Ford entered the ring for a confrontation, leading to a cheap shot attack before Megan Bayne arrived and flattened Jay with an F5.

Bandido def. Dralistico – ROH World Championship. In a hard-hitting, high-flying affair, Bandido retained his ROH World Championship. After absorbing a springboard Codebreaker, Bandido turned the tide by launching Dralistico into the turnbuckles and hitting the 21 Plex for the victory. Elsewhere backstage, Big Bill and Bryan Keith demanded stiffer competition, calling out the Gates of Agony for a future showdown.

Rush def. AR Fox. AR Fox showed flashes of brilliance with a flying crossbody and a swanton bomb, but Rush’s relentless aggression won out. A devastating Bull’s Horns dropkick sealed the victory for El Toro Blanco. Meanwhile, Roppongi Vice vented their frustrations backstage about being overlooked after twenty years of wrestling, yelling at the Outrunners for making noise nearby.

FTR def. Kyle O’Reilly & Roderick Strong. In the Playoff Palooza main event, FTR targeted Roderick Strong’s injured leg early, isolating Kyle O’Reilly for much of the match. Despite a spirited comeback, Strong was finished off with a spike piledriver and the Shatter Machine, giving FTR the win. After the match, Adam Cole checked on his fallen Undisputed Kingdom teammates, only for Stokely Hathaway to grab his leg as FTR continued the beatdown. Daniel Garcia stormed in wielding a crowbar, threatening that FTR will pay for their actions.

WWE News, Rumors & Updates

🤼‍♂️ WWE SmackDown 4/25/2025: 3 Things We Hated And 3 Things We Loved

Smackdown's post-WrestleMania 41 episode was a mixed bag: Drew McIntyre's pursuit of Jacob Fatu and an epic TLC tag match earned cheers, while the poorly executed Orton-Cena feud, a rehashed Jax-Stratton feud, and Aleister Black's underwhelming return had fans' eyes rolling. 'Naomi continues to sink her teeth into this deranged, violent heel persona every week, and it is working.' Not all was lost, as potential feuds, like Belair, Naomi, and Cargill, show promise.

🏆 Bret Hart Names The 3 Greatest Matches Of His Career

In a recent interview on The Ariel Helwani Show, WWE legend Bret Hart pinpointed his three standout matches. Topping the list, the match against the Bulldog at Wembley in '92, where 'it was the first one that I wasn’t in a team.' Following that was the iconic Iron Man match against Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania 12, which he described as hard 'to top.' Lastly, the memorable WrestleMania 13 against 'Stone Cold' Steve Austin. He amusingly outlined his 'least great' match as his WrestleMania 11 'I Quit' match against Bob Backlund, blaming the concept on Vince McMahon.

🎙️ Aleister Black Shares Advice He Received From Bray Wyatt, 'Don't Let Them Tell You Who You Are'

In a candid interview, Aleister Black opened up about the wise counsel he received from Bray Wyatt. Despite never having shared the ring, the two had a creative bond. Black revealed a poignant message from Wyatt: 'Don't let them tell you who you are. Stand for what you stand for.' This advice resonates with Black today as he navigates his wrestling career. Despite Wyatt's untimely passing in 2023, his words continue to inspire Black.

🤕 It sounds like Bianca Belair could be gone from WWE for a while

In the latest stock report from Cageside, Bianca Belair's recent reveal of broken fingers during her SmackDown interview indicates a potential hiatus. 'Right now I'm just focused on healing... I got some unfinished business to handle,' she expressed. This injury, post-WrestleMania 41 defeat, teases a delayed return to the ongoing feud between Jade Cargill and Naomi. However, how long she'll be off-air due to recovery remains unclear.

⏳ Aleister Black: I Have Five To Eight Years Left In Me

Aleister Black recently re-emerged on WWE SmackDown, marking his first WWE appearance since his release in 2021. In a recent mini-documentary by Wrestle & Flow, Black candidly discussed his career's trajectory and ongoing passion for the sport. 'I'm 39. I hope that I have another five to eight years left in me... I think this is the best I've looked physically as well... I'd say that's something I'm definitely proud of,' he stated. Black is slated to face The Miz in the upcoming May 2nd episode of WWE SmackDown.

🔥 How WWE Superstars Reacted To Viral Karrion Kross Rant

Karrion Kross's recent heated online rant on a WWE broadcast has earned him a wave of support from his WWE colleagues. His frustration about his limited ring appearance, despite being a former NXT Champion, resonated with many. 'Being a good soldier gets your times cut,' Kross exclaimed during his rant. While his future in WWE remains uncertain, his passionate promo, which touched on his journey and the industry's flaws, certainly made an impact.

AEW News and Rumors & Updates

🎥 AEW's Chris Jericho Wants To See A Documentary On This WWE Feud Of His

Chris Jericho, with a career spanning over three decades, has expressed interest in a documentary spotlighting his 2008 WWE feud with Shawn Michaels. During a Monopoly Events panel, Jericho argued that the feud deserves a Netflix special, noting, 'The feud with Shawn Michaels in 2008 is, I think, one of the greatest feuds in WWE history.' The rivalry, filled with memorable moments and great matches, is often counted among the best for both Jericho and Michaels.

🔄 Backstage Report On Stokely Hathaway's AEW Return

After nearly six months off television, Stokely Hathaway returned to AEW Dynamite, aligning with FTR's Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler post-heel turn. 'Fightful Select' reports that this union was proposed a year ago, but was delayed due to creative shifts. With FTR set for a clash with the Paragon, the tag team may have another member join them soon to balance the feud. Hathaway's role as their manager could be crucial as this story unfolds.

🎙 Bryan Danielson: I’m very satisfied with my career, and I think enough is enough

Following his departure from AEW storylines and loss of the World title, Bryan Danielson hints at possible retirement. Despite past comebacks from career-ending conditions, Danielson expresses satisfaction with his career, stating, “And I’m very satisfied with my career, and I think enough is enough.” AEW owner Khan says Danielson is still part of AEW and hopes for a possible return, valuing his input in the wrestling world.

🔄 Tony Khan Says The Briscoes Were Originally Going To Team With Jay Lethal At AEW All Out 2022

Tony Khan spilled the beans on the Way Of The Blade podcast about the original plans for AEW All Out 2022's six-man tag team bout. "The Briscoes were originally set to team with Jay Lethal against FTR and Wardlow," Khan revealed. This plot twist was dropped due to unforeseen circumstances, leading to the Motor City Machine Guns stepping in. Despite the switch, Khan commended them for their performance, stating they "did a great job" despite being new to the story.

💥 Will Ospreay: I'm Like A Wrestling Slut

Will Ospreay, AEW wrestler, likens his multi-partnership in the ring to being a 'wrestling slut'. 'I think I’m more of like a Wrestling Slut I got too many...' he tweeted. Ospreay, one of the world's best wrestlers, is currently competing in the Owen Hart Foundation Men's Tournament. After defeating Konosuke Takeshita and Kevin Knight, he's now heading to the finals, set to take place at AEW Double or Nothing.

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