WWE News & Rumor Roundup: Top star to face no repercussions for bad backstage behaviour, Update on The Rock's return, Superstar 'hated' for being friends with Randy Orton (9th November 2021)

Welcome to another edition of the daily WWE News and Rumor Roundup, where we try and bring you the biggest stories and updates from the world of WWE. WWE is currently on the road to Survivor Series which will see RAW and SmackDown go head-to-head. The build-up to the show has been criticized by fans.

One of the matches that will take place at Survivor Series will be the RAW Tag Team champions facing SmackDown Tag Team Champions. In today's edition, we will talk about RAW tag team champion Randy Orton and how his friendship led to heat on a prominent superstar.

Apart from that, we will also take a look at superstars having attitude issues backstage and how WWE has treated superstars differently. So without further ado, let us dive in and take a look at the news and rumors related to WWE:

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#5 The Rock comments on a possible return to WWE

Speaking to Brandon Davis of Comicbook.com, The Rock commented on rumors of his WWE return and revealed if he is willing to come back. The former WWE Champion also discussed whether he thinks he will become the WWE World Champion again.

Rock said he is willing to return for another match, but it would have to make sense. The Brahma Bull, however, did not seem very confident about becoming a champion again.

"I don't know if I have another title run, considering I'm the People's Champion. But I don't know if it's another title run. I think possibly, you know, there might be another match down the road. It would have to make sense," said The Rock.

There have been rumors suggesting that WWE wants The Rock to return to face Roman Reigns at WrestleMania next year. However, due to his schedule, the plan is unlikely and Reigns will most likely be taking on his long-term rival Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania instead.

#4 Charlotte Flair to have no repercussions for her behavior in WWE

It has been reported that Charlotte Flair has become difficult to deal with in WWE. Multiple sources said that the locker room feels that The Queen acts entitled and tries to get her way. This came into the spotlight when she had a backstage argument with Becky Lynch over the title change segment, in which she went off-script.

Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter has said that the SmackDown Women's champion is unlikely to face any flak for her behavior. Here's what Meltzer was told by a source.

“Charlotte is a tricky situation. Not just because she’s a star in a division with very few stars. But because she’s not the only guilty party. Discipline her and you have to discipline quite a few people.”

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#3 Keith Lee released by WWE due to attitude issues

While Charlotte Flair allegedly got a pass by WWE for her behavior, former NXT Champion Keith Lee wasn't so lucky. Lee was released by WWE this month. While the official reason given was budget cuts, PWTorch has reported that Lee was considered to have attitude problems in WWE.

It was reported that Lee had become very frustrated in WWE which led to him developing a negative attitude. He had perceived attitude issues, which was a contributing factor in WWE deciding to release him.

#2 Riddle says he is hated because of his bond with Randy Orton in WWE

WWE RAW Tag Team Champion Riddle spoke to Talksport and addressed his issues with veteran superstars in WWE. Riddle has often found himself in trouble for calling out top superstars like Brock Lesnar and Goldberg on social media.

On being asked if working with Randy Orton and becoming close to him has helped his standing in WWE, Riddle said that his friendship with Orton has had quite the opposite effect.

He said he is getting even more heat now as veterans believe he has become 'untouchable' thanks to Randy Orton.

“No, I think people hate me even more now I’m with Randy,” Riddle answered with a smile. “‘This son of a b**** thinks he;s untouchable now’ [laughs]. I try to tell Vince and other people, it’s part of my persona. It’s part of what makes me popular. I’m legit, I’ve fought in the UFC. Anyone can test me anytime.''

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#1 Nixed plans for Mia Yim in WWE

Mia Yim was one of the superstars released by WWE this month. As per Fightful Select, WWE had multiple plans for the former RETRIBUTION member before she was released. These plans included moving her quietly between Raw and SmackDown.

Mia Yim hasn't been seen on NXT or the main roster ever since RETRIBUTION disbanded. Fans hoped that Yim would get a singles push. However, she was kept off television for no clear reason before being fired.