Welcome to the WWE News & Rumor Roundup for August 21, 2025. Today, we'll delve into a variety of topics, including Roman Reigns reportedly wanting a major name to return, LA Knight's future being revealed, and a 25-year-old star's upcoming MMA debut.Without any further ado, let's get started:#5. 25-year-old ex-WWE star's MMA debut confirmedA few years ago, Gable Steveson signed with the Stamford-based promotion, and many hoped that the rising star would have a career similar to WWE Hall of Famer Kurt Angle. Unfortunately, the 25-year-old star was released from the promotion last summer and soon headed to the NFL.However, Steveson's career in the NFL was cut short, as he was released in the months that followed. Despite his previous failures, the 25-year-old star has recently confirmed his signing with LFA, Legacy Fighting Alliance, and revealed he's set to make his MMA debut on September 12, 2025.Steveson's opponent has yet to be announced. It'll be interesting to see if the star impresses fans with his MMA debut.#4. Management canceled major match for WWE Clash in Paris 2025WWE has a few international dates on the horizon, and the company is set to host a premium live event in France, Clash in Paris 2025, with a few matches announced weeks in advance. However, the company was forced to cancel a major match.Naomi was supposed to defend her Women's World Championship against IYO SKY. However, it was canceled, and it was later revealed that she's pregnant and set to relinquish the title. Moreover, management canceled the upcoming title match between The Glow and Stephanie Vaquer in France.#3. Major update on LA Knight's WWE futureLA Knight entered the main event scene when he lost the United States Championship to Jacob Fatu at WrestleMania 41. The Megastar was moments away from winning the Men's Money in the Bank ladder Match but lost to Seth Rollins.While he scored a win over The Visionary at Saturday Night's Main Event XL, Knight was absent from WWE SummerSlam 2025. After Rollins pulled the 'Ruse of the Century,' Knight became a staple on the red brand's show, and the management officially moved him to RAW. This is the first time Knight has been officially moved to the Monday Night Show, and it'll be interesting to see what's in store for the star.#2. Roman Reigns' next match confirmed for WWE Clash in Paris 2025Roman Reigns returned to the red brand's show with vengeance against The Vision when he assisted Jey Uso in an Extreme Rules Match against Bron Breakker on Monday Night RAW. After the match, The Original Tribal issued a challenge to Bronson Reed, who stole two sneakers from Reigns and called himself The Tribal Thief, to a match in France.Later, Adam Pearce reacted to Roman Reigns' statement on the show and booked a one-on-one match between Reigns and Bronson Reed in France at Clash in Paris 2025. This will be the Original Tribal Chief's first one-on-one match at a premium live event since WrestleMania 40.#1. Roman Reigns and several WWE names reportedly want Alberto Del Rio back in the promotionLucha Libre AAA Worldwide reached new heights as a promotion when WWE purchased it. The company has received a bigger platform to showcase its talent on a global scale. However, Alberto Del Rio played a huge role in the company's growth before the purchase earlier this year, and many wondered if he would return to the Stamford-based promotion in the future.Speaking on Lucha Libre Online, a former Spanish announcer for WWE, Hugo Savinovich, reported that several wrestlers, including Roman Reigns, The Usos, Cody Rhodes, Drew McIntyre, and more, are advocating for the former 4-time World Champion's return to the company."But knowing that Roman Reigns respects him, and that stars like Cody Rhodes, Drew McIntyre, the whole Samoan clan, Rey Mysterio, they all want him back, that says a lot. But now, with Undertaker heavily involved in creative, and knowing he, like Roman, wants Alberto back, Undertaker is ready to use his creative mind to elevate Alberto’s character," Savinovich said.Last month, Del Rio was forced to leave AAA when he lost a match to El Mesias. However, it was a part of a storyline, and the veteran appeared at a company's live event earlier this month. It'll be interesting to see what's next for the veteran in the coming months.