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🚨 It’s official! Adam Copeland & Christian Cage are reuniting at AEW Forbidden Door!

Fans have been waiting, and the long-awaited tag team reunion is finally happening. Expect dream matches, epic title defenses, and cross-promotional chaos with NJPW, CMLL, and Stardom. 🔥

#AEW #ForbiddenDoor

🚨 WWE may move John Cena’s retirement match to go head-to-head with AEW Worlds End on Dec 27 in Chicago. Originally set for early Dec, the bout could be part of Saturday Night’s Main Event in Boston. Cena vs AEW? This could be huge. #WWE #AEW #JohnCena

WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart says many current wrestlers ask permission before using his moves—a sign of respect he appreciates.

“After you retire, it’s fair game… I take it as a compliment.” He adds, “They’d all be a lot better off if they copied me more.”

Thoughts?

#BretHart #WWE

AEW’s Eddie Kingston is recovering from leg surgery & stomach issues.

He’s disappointed he might miss Forbidden Door, saying, “My favorite was always Forbidden Door.”

Kingston hopes for a surprise return to face top Japanese stars. Get well soon, Eddie!

#AEW #ForbiddenDoor2025 #TheDDTNetwork

Paul Heyman says WWE turning John Cena heel “wasn’t a mistake,” despite the run lasting just 5 months.

Fans booed Heel Cena loudly, then gave him standing ovations after matches. “I’m glad he got to do it because I hate what-ifs.”

#JohnCena #PaulHeyman #WWE #HeelCena #TheDDTNetwork

WWE has reportedly offered Karrion Kross a new deal ahead of his and Scarlett’s contracts expiring this weekend, per Fightful.

Dave Meltzer noted Kross now has an offer and isn’t expected to leave.

Paul Heyman compared Kross’s fan momentum to Steve Austin.

💔 Brooke Hogan says she removed herself from Hulk Hogan’s will, citing fears over family drama, Scientology ties, and shady influences: “It scared me… I want out.” She hoped to preserve his legacy, but says those around him aren’t in his best interest.

#BrookeHogan #HulkHogan #theddtnetwork

👑 Zelina Vega says her “weird” Queen of the Ring accent was Vince McMahon’s idea: “He said, ‘Do a bad one!’” She got advice from Booker T & Queen Sharmell before running with it. King Booker remains her fave 👑

#ZelinaVega #VinceMcMahon #WWE #QueenOfTheRing #WrestlingNews #theddtnetwork

🚫 Joey Ryan’s wrestling comeback is OFF.

After backlash to his advertised return at Portland Wrestling: Reborn, Prestige Wrestling launched a same-day counter-show, pushing back with purpose. Portland has now canceled Ryan’s appearance entirely.

#JoeyRyan #SpeakingOut #WrestlingNews #theddtnetwork

🔥 Bret Hart says RIP Hulk Hogan… and he’s not joking.

On The Ringer Wrestling Podcast, Bret claims Hogan held him back in WWE & WCW and “never looked out for anyone but himself.” 👀

Bitter or brutally honest?

#BretHart #HulkHogan #WrestlingDrama #WWE #WCW #theddtnetwork

🚨 Brock Lesnar returned to WWE at #SummerSlam despite being named in Janel Grant’s trafficking lawsuit vs. Vince McMahon.

Grant’s spokesperson:
“WWE is trying to sweep misconduct under the rug… facts about Mr. Lesnar will come out in court.”

#WWE #BrockLesnar

After defeating Cena at SummerSlam, Cody Rhodes addressed heel turn rumors:

“It goes against everything in my body to do that.”

He also called hearing Dusty’s voice during his entrance a blessing:

“It’s like he came down to the ring with me.”
#WWE #CodyRhodes #SummerSlam2025

WWE dropping storylines and turns like it’s WCW 2000 out here

#summerslam

Vince McMahon’s favorite dildo, I mean Brock Lesnar is back!

A full-on shoot fight broke out in the crowd at #SummerSlam in Jersey tonight.

Becky Lynch reacts to Seth Rollins’ shocking SummerSlam cash-in:

“Oh, I’m sorry. Were some of my posts misleading?!”

Her caption: “Don’t believe everything you see on the internet.”

Well played, Rollins.

#WWESummerSlam #BeckyLynch #SethRollins #MoneyInTheBank #TheDDTNetwork

Former WWE star Matt Morgan slammed creative for booking Karrion Kross & Jade Cargill to lose at #SummerSlam2025:

“You don’t beat somebody that looks like Jade Cargill!”

Right call or missed opportunity?

#WWE #KarrionKross #JadeCargill #TheDDTNetwork #TiffanyStratton #SamiZayn

Cody Rhodes says he won’t turn heel: “There’s just too much of a connection with the people.” 💥

He told The Bill Simmons Podcast he’s staying true to those who’ve supported him from the start.

Right call—or should he shake things up?

#CodyRhodes #WWE #SummerSlam2025 #TheDDTNetwork

Triple H says he’s “not thrilled about bogus medical reports” after Seth Rollins cashed in on an “injured” CM Punk at SummerSlam.

“Seth Rollins is playing chess...”

Rollins’ Money in the Bank win is stirring debate. What’s your take?

#WWE #SummerSlam2025 #SethRollins #CM_Punk #TheDDTNetwork

“Looking back, it makes me laugh at how naïve I was.”
Celebrity cameos always bring chaos, and this story is another unforgettable gem from WCW’s wild era.
#ProWrestling #WrestlingHistory #TheDDTNetwork

The two ended up having an awkward 20-minute conversation. The most memorable part? Rodman offered Torrie a ride to L.A. on his private jet — she politely declined. ✈️
#RodmanInWCW #BackstageMoments #WrestlingFlashback

“I was still pretty green, fresh from Idaho, and someone came into the locker room saying Dennis wanted to meet me and asked if I’d follow them to his trailer. I did, a little wide-eyed and unsure of what to expect.”
#WrestlingStories #WWEHallOfFame

Torrie Wilson Recalls Awkward Backstage Moment w/ Dennis Rodman 😅
In a new interview with F4WOnline, Torrie shared one of her wildest early WCW memories—an unexpected and hilarious run-in with NBA legend Dennis Rodman. 🧵
#TorrieWilson #WCW #DennisRodman #TheDDTNetwork

Dustin Rhodes says he needs “very invasive major surgery” after his brutal TNT Title loss to Kyle Fletcher on AEW Collision.

“I am in a terrible amount of pain and have a hole in my leg... but that won’t stop me from #KeepSteppin.”

“Not a work.”
#AEW #DustinRhodes #TheDDTNetwork

AJ Styles says this may be his last SummerSlam:
“I plan on tearing the house down one last time.”

He also praised the WWE/TNA partnership after appearing at Slammiversary 2025:
“Very grateful… the relationship is fantastic.”

#AJStyles #SummerSlam2025 #WWE #TNA #TheDDTNetwork

He also acknowledged how hard public leadership has become:

“My hat’s off to anyone in that arena — whether it’s the Mayor of London, the President of the United States, or anyone in between. God bless them and the job they do.”

#Trump2025 #WWE2025 #WrestlingNews

Triple H clarified he doesn’t work in politics, but added he’s always had positive experiences with Trump:

“He’s in our Hall of Fame, and my hat’s off to him.”
#WWEHallOfFame #DonaldTrump #ProWrestling #TheDDTNetwork

“He is one of the most intuitive people I’ve met. When he has a plan and knows it’s correct, he sticks to it. And many times, over time, that’s proven to be true,” said Triple H. “But I also think he admits when he’s wrong.”
#TripleHInterview #WhiteHouse

Triple H recently visited the White House as part of a new executive order expanding the Presidential Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition. While there, he shared some high praise for U.S. President Donald Trump during an interview with The Sports Agents. 🧵
#TripleH #WWE

CM Punk wins the World Heavyweight Title… but it doesn’t last.

Seth Rollins faked his knee injury, rushed the ring, attacked Punk with the MITB briefcase, cashed in, and hit the Curb Stomp to steal the title.

Just like that, Punk’s reign ends before it even begins.

#WWE #MITB #TheDDTNetwork