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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025

Good morning. Today we look back to when WWF officially became WWE after a legal battle with the World Wildlife Fund—three letters that changed everything. On Raw last night, Jey Uso accepted Seth Rollins’ challenge and chaos erupted in the main event, Becky and Lyra came to blows, and Rusev bulldozed his way through Otis. Also inside: Dominik Mysterio vs. Penta is official for Backlash, Darby Allin sets a record on Mt. Everest, Drew McIntyre’s “screwed” list goes viral, much more. Let’s dig in!

🗓️ On This Day in WWE - 2002

WWF Becomes WWE: Get the ‘F’ Out

23 years ago today, the World Wrestling Federation officially rebranded as World Wrestling Entertainment, marking the end of the iconic "WWF" era. The shift came after a legal battle with the World Wildlife Fund, which claimed infringement over the shared initials. WWE launched a cheeky “Get the ‘F’ Out” marketing campaign to promote the change, ushering in a new era that embraced sports entertainment more than ever.

WWE Raw Results (May 5th, 2025)
Go-Home Backlash Episode
Full Match Results & Highlights

WWE Raw aired live from the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska, featuring a heavy dose of Backlash build, emotional challenges, and chaotic brawls. Jey Uso accepted a championship challenge from Seth Rollins for the main event, Becky Lynch and Lyra Valkyria came to blows, and Rusev reminded everyone why he’s called The Redeemer.

Paul Heyman challenged Jey Uso on behalf of Seth Rollins. The show opened with Heyman telling Uso he lacks the power to truly carry the WWE World Heavyweight Title and that Seth Rollins would challenge him tonight. Jey accepted, setting the stage for a high-stakes title match in the main event.

Penta def. JD McDonagh. Despite interference from Balor, Carlito, and Chad Gable, Penta overcame the odds with a flip piledriver for the win. Post-match, Penta fended off Gable, building momentum for his IC Title match at Backlash.

Sheamus def. Austin Theory. In a hard-hitting encounter, Theory's offense wasn't enough to stop Sheamus, who landed a Brogue Kick to score the pinfall after a bruising battle.

Becky Lynch and Lyra Valkyria came to blows. After trading sharp words about legacies and effort, Valkyria took Lynch down and delivered Nightwing to stand tall. Their IC Title match at Backlash is now deeply personal.

IYO SKY def. Roxanne Perez. The Women's Champion narrowly escaped with a win after a sunset flip in a fast-paced match. Post-match, Giulia debuted by attacking SKY, aligning with Perez in a vicious double-team assault.

Rusev def. Otis. The Redeemer made a dominant return, submitting Otis with the Accolade. Afterward, Rusev destroyed both Otis and Tozawa in a brutal post-match beatdown.

Gunther and Pat McAfee cut fiery promos. Gunther remained calm while McAfee called him soft. Gunther promised to dismantle McAfee at Backlash, vowing violence and intensity unmatched since WrestleMania.

Seth Rollins def. Jey Uso via disqualification. A wild title match saw interference from Bron Breakker, Sami Zayn, and finally CM Punk, who attacked Rollins with a chair. Jey nearly had the win multiple times, but chaos reigned, and the match ended in DQ.

🔮 WWE NXT Preview (May 6th, 2025)
Full Match Card and Lineup

Live Tonight, 8pm EST on The CW

• Six-Man Tag Team Match: Joe Hendry & Hank & Tank (Hank Walker & Tank Ledger) vs. DarkState

• #1 contender for the NXT Championship: 25-Man Battle Royal Match

• #1 contender for the NXT Women’s Championship: Singles Match: Giulia vs. Jordynne Grace

• Singles Match: Kelani Jordan vs. ZARIA

Latest WWE News, Rumors & Updates

🔆 Kevin Owens: Dear Seth Rollins, Do You Plan On Getting An Absolutely Insane Spray Tan To Fit In...

Kevin Owens has taken a playful jab at Seth Rollins and his group's distinctive tans. In a tweet, Owens asked Rollins if he intends to join Bron Breakker and Paul Heyman in the 'insane spray tan' trend to fit in with the rest of the group. 'Dear @WWERollins, Do you also plan on getting an absolutely insane spray tan job to fit in with the rest of your group? Anyway, miss you!' tweeted Owens. Currently sidelined due to a neck injury, he seems to be keeping his sense of humor intact.

🤡 Matt Cardona gets clowned in his hometown ahead of world title match

Before his May 17 match for the ACW World Title, Richard Holliday ventured to Matt Cardona's hometown for a little pre-match banter. His findings were less than flattering, with locals showing lackluster knowledge and enthusiasm for Cardona, formerly known as 'Long Island Iced Z.' Holliday capped off his visit with a barbed suggestion: 'it’s a two-pack. One of me, holding the ACW Championship, and one of you, crying about it.' Cardona responded dryly, claiming unfamiliarity with the locations visited by Holliday.

🔥 Dominik Mysterio To Defend WWE Intercontinental Title Against Penta At WWE Backlash

Dominik Mysterio is set to defend his WWE Intercontinental Championship against Penta at WWE Backlash on May 10th. Winning the title at WrestleMania 41, Dominik successfully defended it against Penta on Raw After Mania. Following the match announcement between Dominik and Penta, AJ Styles made his intentions clear, stating he'd be coming after the IC Title once the dust settles from the Backlash showdown.

🖋️ Alberto Del Rio And Others Reportedly Sign New WWE Contracts Amidst AAA Purchase

As WWE's acquisition of Lucha Libre AAA looms, new light is shed on the fate of the AAA talent. SuperLuchas' Ernesto Ocampo reports that multiple AAA wrestlers, including Alberto Del Rio, have signed fresh contracts with WWE. "Those contracts are of no use to WWE, as WWE's contracts are legally distinct...That's why new contracts are replacing the existing ones," Ocampo tweeted. The signings have stirred controversy, particularly with Del Rio, due to his problematic history.

🔓 Gunther’s WWE suspension is over after he misses one Raw

Gunther is back in action after a brief suspension post his attack on Michael Cole and slapping Pat McAfee. Raw General Manager Adam Pearce announced the lifting of Gunther’s suspension and confirmed he'll be back on Raw tonight (May 5). This coincides with Gunther's upcoming face-off against McAfee this Saturday at Battleground. With one Raw left before the match, expect some intense face-to-face action in Omaha, Nebraska. Will Pearce face a chokehold if he tries to prevent a repeat of the Raw after 'Mania?

👋 WWE Star To Leave Company In July

Former Tag Team Champion, Shotzi, is set to step away from WWE as her contract isn't getting renewed. This news follows recent releases of several WWE stars such as Braun Strowman and Shayna Baszler. Despite the impending departure, Shotzi remains optimistic, stating in a now-removed social media post, 'Just to clarify, I still have a good amount of time on my contract. But come July I will be full time balls to the walls!' Shotzi, who signed with WWE in 2019, will remain under contract until July.

Latest AEW News, Rumors & Updates

🛹 Darby Allin set a world record while climbing Mt. Everest

AEW's Darby Allin has taken a break from the ring to scale Mt. Everest, and in the process, he's set a world record for the highest elevation kickflip on a skateboard at nearly 6400m. Sharing his adventure with Adventure Consultants, Allin has been trekking since April 7, kicking up dust from Kathmandu. No word when Allin will return to wrestling and AEW, but his record-breaking adventure is expected to wrap up in time for All In Texas in July.

🎙️ Tony Schiavone Comments On WWE Promoting AAA Show Same Week As AEW Runs Arena Mexico

Tony Schiavone recently shared his thoughts on WWE's decision to promote an AAA show the same week AEW is set to run at Arena Mexico. During the 'What Happened When' podcast, Schiavone and co-host Conrad Thompson scoffed at the timing, calling it a peculiar coincidence. 'Wow, how about that? Isn't that odd...It just happened. It's weird, it's just weird, those coincidences we have throughout the years in pro wrestling,' Schiavone commented. Despite WWE's moves, Schiavone remains focused on AEW's 'Grand Slam Mexico' event, expressing his excitement about the venue: 'With that in mind, I can't tell you how excited I am about being in Arena Mexico.'

📺 Top AEW Star Doesn’t Watch Wrestling

AEW's Adam Copeland spills the beans on his TV habits, revealing he doesn't watch much wrestling. Despite not being up-to-date with the drama, he recognizes John Cena's heel turn as a 'shot in the arm' for the industry. Copeland's wrestling viewing is limited due to his desire not to make the sport 'all-consuming'. Instead, he prefers spending downtime with family or watching hockey. He also hints at retirement post his AEW contract, citing recovery time as a growing concern.

👏 Eric Bischoff Admires AEW Star’s Retirement Plan

Eric Bischoff lauds Bryan Danielson's decision to retire due to neck injuries. In a recent 83 Weeks podcast, Bischoff acknowledged the physical toll wrestling takes, saying, 'Yeah, I mean, look at any walk in… any profession, particularly when you reach the level that Bryan did… it’s 25 years of his life… giving up my body for the business.' He went on to note the importance of exiting the business with one's health intact, calling it 'everybody's goal.'

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