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We are back with another exciting edition of the WWE News Roundup. Between big releases and potential returns, a lot has been discussed over the last couple of days. We also came across bold storyline pitches, shocking backstage revelations, and engaging recollections of past glory. But most importantly, a former champion dropped a bold statement that undeniably carried traces of truth.
Here, we will take a look at some of the biggest stories that have ruled WWE headlines over the last couple of days. So, without further ado, let’s begin.
#1 Major update on Becky Lynch’s WWE return
WWE Universe is eagerly waiting for Becky Lynch’s return. The Man took time off last year after confirming her pregnancy. She was recently spotted at the Performance Center, which led many to believe she would appear on television sooner rather than later. Some were also speculating that Lynch will make a massive return at SummerSlam later this month.
Unfortunately, the latest backstage reports claim that the company currently has no plans for her to return and be a part of SummerSlam. It further states that Lynch won’t come back until fall and is likely to make an appearance in October. Thus, there’s still a couple of months before the former champion can return and stir up competition in the women’s division.
Fans have continued to cheer for her at WWE events, especially during the RAW Women’s Championship matches. Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins welcomed their daughter Roux in December 2020, and the couple tied the knot in June 2021.
#2 Vince Russo believes Bobby Lashley should have attacked Goldberg’s son on WWE RAW
Hall of Famer Goldberg returned on RAW last week to confront WWE Champion Bobby Lashley. His son Gage was also present in the crowd and was briefly involved in the segment. After the WCW icon went backstage, MVP tried to scare his son in the audience. The Hall of Famer returned and hit a Spear on MVP to send a bold message to Lashley.
WWE veteran Vince Russo believes the creative team should have used Goldberg’s son to draw more heat towards Lashley. He insisted that the latter could have cut the promo on Gage, and it would have been a more natural way to set up his altercation with Goldberg. Here’s what Russo suggested:
"They watch our show, but this is a family show, so I'll clean this up. They do everything but backwards. Let Lashley get heat on the kid. Let Lashley do something to the kid. What they did here like nobody cares," stated Vince Russo. "Like MVP is cutting promo. We don't care about MVP. We're cutting a promo on the kid. And then comes Goldberg, and of course, Goldberg spears you. That's not drama, bro. Nothing happened there. Nothing. It was a big bag of nothing, bro!"
Although Lashley didn’t answer the Hall of Famer's challenge at first, he accepted it on this week's RAW. Both superstars will face each other at SummerSlam 2021, with the WWE Championship on the line. It will be exciting to see how Lashley’s dominant run will help him in a big match against a veteran.
#3 Ronda Rousey blames WWE fans for Bray Wyatt’s release
WWE invited a lot of controversy over the weekend when they announced that the company had released Bray Wyatt. Fans took it upon themselves to let their opinion known during RAW this week when they hijacked the show multiple times with the “We want Wyatt!” chants. The incident got a lot of people talking, and Ronda Rousey also weighed in with her opinion.
She took to social media and sent a bold message to the fans, holding them directly responsible for Wyatt’s release.
"I've seen you same 'fans' changing #WeWantWyatt last night, chanting 'We want beach balls' over Bray Wyatt performing. If the WWE treated him like he was expendable it was because you ungrateful idiots did first," tweeted Ronda Rousey.
Bray Wyatt's last in-ring appearance was at WrestleMania 37 as The Fiend and he faced Randy Orton in a singles match. He is widely regarded as one of the best minds in modern-day pro wrestling, and fans were shocked to learn that he has no place on the WWE roster.
Wyatt has not said anything since the release except asserting that he bid a subtle farewell to fans during his last appearance on the Firefly Fun House.
#4 Reason why WWE legend Ric Flair asked for his release
Yesterday, WWE confirmed that the promotion had parted ways with 16-time world champion Ric Flair. There were a few backstage reports surrounding the potential cause behind the legend’s abrupt exit from the company.
Following his release, Flair sat down for an interview with People and revealed that he and WWE didn't see eye to eye on some of the recent business calls. He insisted that both parties are still on friendly terms and even said that some of his best friends are still in the company.
"We just didn't see eye to eye on some business opportunities that I wanted to pursue, so I asked for my release. There has been no animosity and everything has been on friendly terms. It happens sometimes in business; you just don't see eye to eye. But how could I have any animosity towards the company who made me who I am? They literally made me who I am. Some of my best friends in the world work at the company. How could I possibly be upset with the company where my daughter is currently the most decorated women's wrestler in history?" said Ric Flair about his WWE release.
Flair also revealed details of his future after his release. He said that he will be focusing on his brand and work on new projects, including wine, his network, as well as comic books.
#5 Jim Ross reveals how Triple H was different from every other WWE Superstar during his time
Legendary commentator Jim Ross recently revealed lesser-known details about WWE Superstar Triple H’s early days in the company. When Ross worked as Head of Talent Relations in the promotion, he always had his eyes on Hunter, who was different from the rest of the locker room.
JR revealed that Triple H didn’t drink or do drugs like the rest of his colleagues, which helped his progress. Here’s what he said about The Game's approach towards learning the art:
"He was training very well and was a true student of the game. That helped him progress at a much more rapid rate than a lot of the other guys. He did not have an ex-wife; he didn't have an ongoing wife. He didn't do drugs. He didn't even drink. So consequently, he was higher on the list of talent to keep an eye on,'' said Jim Ross.
Although Triple H was often subjected to peer pressure, he always upheld his resolve. He entertained fans for decades and crafted a legacy for himself. The WWE legend then took charge of NXT, where he helps create new superstars.
#6 “Holy crap” - former WWE star recalls The Undertaker’s surprise appearance
The Undertaker is widely regarded as a legend in not just WWE but the entire pro wrestling business. His surprise appearances often accounted for intriguing moments.
Recently, former WWE star Ricardo Rodriguez recalled one such appearance of The Phenom during a house show. He described the night in vivid detail:
"I remember the very first time, I think we were in Lubbock, Texas. It was a house show. He [The Undertaker] wasn't announced [for the show]." Ricardo Rodriguez continued, "I don't remember who was in the match. But everybody was in the ring, and all of a sudden, you hear the gong, and then the lights go down. Holy crap, the goosebumps! Because everybody reacted. And I'm getting goosebumps now. The lights come back up, and then [we hear] the gong, and then they go back down again. They teased the crowd a little bit until eventually the music hit. Amazing!”
The Undertaker was also present backstage during RAW last month along with his family. While he went backstage to meet his friends, his wife and former superstar Michelle McCool sat in the front row along with their daughter.
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