10 recent WWE rumors which shouldn't be proven true

The WWE rumor mill was in full force after The Biggest Party of the Summer. It would be wrong to say that we didn't enjoy the show. However, it could have been better. Nonetheless, a couple of rumors also did the rounds which we wish don't come true.

In our previous section, we successfully brought you the rumor that Roman Reigns vs Brock Lesnar at SummerSlam was going to be under ten minutes. Here are some other rumors which have high chances of coming to fruition, but we wish otherwise.

Without any further ado, here are ten WWE rumors that shouldn't come true.

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#10 Ronda Rousey vs Nikki Bella to headline Evolution

Ronda Rousey and the Bella twins are perhaps the only two names non WWE fans would be familiar with. And now that WWE is having its first ever all women's PPV, it makes sense for the creative team to cash-in on their stardom. However, the idea that they should main event the show isn't something that many fans would appreciate.

However, according to Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Newsletter (H/T: Cagesideseats.com), that is the current backstage plan. One ought to note that Ronda Rousey is also the current Raw Women's Champion. So if the plans of Nikki Bella facing Ronda Rousey comes into fruition, it eventually becomes one for the Raw Women's Championship.

In my opinion, this would be a very bad idea. The first ever main event of Evolution should be a match everyone should be talking about for ages.

Ronda Rousey vs Nikki Bella might bring the star power which the company is clamoring for, but the quality of the match will be way below par. On the other hand, Ronda Rousey vs Sasha Banks, Ronda Rousey vs Bayley, and Ronda Rousey vs Ember Moon could be 5 star classics.

#9 Backstage heat over Velveteen Dream

This Saturday at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn IV, Velveteen Dream defeated ECIII in one hell of a match. However, that wasn't the talk of the town. The wrestling world took notice of him wearing tights with the words "Call Me Vince" imprinted on it, and it might spell trouble for him.

According to Ringsidenews, that has drawn the ire of a lot of people backstage. Moreover, he tweeted an animated GIF of people walking carefully in a line with the caption; “How we walk on eggshells in Dream’s world”. You need not be a genius to guess that he deleted the tweet.

There are certain unwritten rules in professional wrestling which the wrestlers need to follow. One of them is to never get on the nerves of the boss. The slogan on his tights might be work. However, given the manner in which things are unfolding, we highly doubt it.

#8 EC3 suffered a concussion

EC3 is one of the most talented wrestlers on the NXT roster. His initial run in NXT as Derrick Bateman didn't bear any fruits, but after re-inventing himself as Ethan Carter III in TNA, he caught the attention of the wrestling world. However, things might be going downhill again for the Hardcore American Icon.

According to Mike Johnson of PWInsider Elite (H/T: NoDQ.com), ECIII might have suffered a concussion in his match against Velveteen Dream at Brooklyn. Here is the transcript:

“EC3, now I really feel like they are finishing him up and he’s going to the main roster, which is why it’s very sad that we confirmed this morning that the word going around is that EC3 suffered a concussion at one point.”

ECIII has a chiseled body which can do wonders on the main roster. However, the concussion he suffered might prove to be a barrier.

#7 Erick Rowan to be out of action for 4-6 months

Erick Rowan has got everything in the right proportions which a monster heel requires. Look? Check. Build? Check. Raw power and an aura of destruction? Double check. However, he suffered a shoulder injury at SummerSlam during his title defense against The New Day.

WWE has confirmed it, but hasn't given a deadline regarding his return. However, according to Mike Johnson of PWInsiderElite (H/T: Ringsidenews), he might take around 4-6 months to recover.

This is bad news for Erick Rowan and Luke Harper as well. Without a partner, Harper will be left alone, and that would give WWE the liberty to use him as a jobber. One ought to note that Scott Dawson's ruptured bicep reduced Dash Wilder to an enhancement talent for roughly five months. It seems similar fortunes would follow Harper if WWE doesn't have any plans for him.

#6 Johnny Gargano is legitimately injured

Johnny Gargano and Tomasso Ciampa had a brutal Last Man Standing match this Saturday in Brooklyn. It wasn't as terrific as their earlier two encounters, but isn't one to be missed either.

After the match, Johnny Gargano was seen clutching his knees in excruciating pain he endured in the finishing moments. Many fans assumed that it had been a work given that it plays perfectly to the ACL injury Ciampa suffered at NXT TakeOver: Chicago a year prior.

According to PWInsider.com (H/T: Cagesideseats), Johnny Gargano might be legitimately injured. Tommaso Ciampa retaining the championship was always the plan. However, the finish wasn't supposed to be like that.

Triple H asserted in his conference call that Johnny Gargano was legitimately injured. However, when in doubt whether the segment is a work or not, a WWE official is the last name to ask for confirmation.

#5 Dolph Ziggler to leave WWE

Dolph Ziggler is the unsung hero of the WWE. He might not be as popular as Roman Reigns or Seth Rollins to the casual fans, but his in-ring abilities are unparalleled. However, going by the latest rumors, his time in the WWE might be up.

According to Joseph Peiseich of 'No Holds Barred' podcast, WWE offered him a new contract, but he refused. Here is the full transcript (H/T: Bodyslam.net):

“Dolph Ziggler has not re-signed with WWE. He did have a meeting today about his contract situation. They offered him a deal and he didn’t accept it. No wonder why he dropped the title.”

This is bad news for Dolph Ziggler and his fans if it comes true. The Showoff can elevate the status of other wrestlers while maintaining his credibility even by losing clean. Wrestlers like him are rare to find in the modern era.

#4 Pentagon Jr. and Fenix to head towards WWE in 2019

Pentagon Jr. and Fenix are the biggest names in the independent circuit after the departure of Matt Riddle. While the former is known for his hardcore bouts, the latter is regarded by many as Mexico's greatest active high-flyer. But WWE being a corporate juggernaut, is leaving no stones upturned to have the Lucha Brothers in their company.

Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Newsletter speculates that the Lucha Brothers can board the ship sailing towards WWE anytime in 2019. Here is the full transcript (H/T: Sescoops):

“The main thing is that both are not taking any dates in 2019 which is usually a sign of going to WWE.”

WWE has a history of improperly utilising the luchadors they acquire. If Pentagon Jr. heads towards WWE, he will not be able to put in hardcore matches because WWE is a PG product. As far as Fenix is concerned, he would be limited to 205 live.

#3 Ronda Rousey pairing with Paul Heyman not happening soon

Ronda Rousey is undoubtedly one of the most charismatic Raw female superstars. Despite being new to the world of professional wrestling, very few wrestlers in the world can match her in-ring abilities. However, she lacks the gift of the gab, and it could hold her back in the future.

Paul Heyman can be an ideal manager, but recent rumors suggest otherwise. According to Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Newsletter (H/T: Ringsidenews), the plans of Ronda Rousey being a Paul Heyman girl will not happen soon. This is in accordance with the fact that Heyman is a heel manager, whereas Ronda Rousey is a babyface.

WWE is currently banking on the popularity of Ronda Rousey. If they turn her heel, it will only hurt their plans. While Ronda has shown substantial improvement in her in-ring skills, she is far behind as far as eloquence on the mic is concerned. Paul Heyman or not, a manager is a must for her.

#2 Randy Orton is handed a mere tongue lashing for allegations

Randy Orton is believed to be a very influential person in the WWE. Through his shenanigans, he ensured that Mr. Kennedy's time in the WWE was cut short, and supposedly halted Kofi's push in 2008.

Thanks to Reddit user CarterVoorhes, claims by former WWE writer Court Bauer that Randy Orton showed his private part to initiate new writers started doing the rounds again. WWE said that they were investigating the matter, but going by recent rumors, they have delivered the verdict.

And the verdict is that Randy Orton was handed a mere tongue lashing for the allegations. Here is what Brad Shephard had to say in his latest installment of No Holds Barred (H/T: Ringsidenews):

“We know that Randy Orton was given a tongue lashing so to speak for the allegations that were brought up by Court Bauer and other writers who chimed in as well — in regards to him exposing himself to new writers. So it looks like that’s as far as the company is going to take it.”

WWE should know that they are more than a pro-wrestling or sports entertainment company. This sort of behavior is completely against the anti bullying campaign the company runs. Nonetheless, The Viper seems to have gotten away from it.

#1 Finn Balor to not become Universal Champion anytime soon

Finn Balor's booking is the most unpredictable in the WWE at the moment. First, he wins against AJ Styles at Survivor Series, but then gets buried by Kane. And now, after annihilating Baron Corbin with his 'Demon' avatar, he lost to Roman Reigns. While he didn't seem to be buried by The Big Dog, don't expect him to be in the title scenario anytime soon.

Bryan Alvarez noted on the Wrestling Observer Radio that Vince McMahon doesn't have grand plans for Finn Balor. Here is the full transcript (H/T: RingsideNews):

“Dave on Observer Radio noted that Vince doesn’t think he’s over enough for a singles match against Brock at Royal Rumble which by the way he didn’t get. So they like Finn Balor, he’s great but I don’t think there’s much of a chance of Finn Balor becoming Universal Champion anytime soon”

For once, it looked like WWE has changed its stance towards Finn Balor. However, Dave Meltzer's remarks assert that things are not going to change soon.