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Welcome to another edition of the daily WWE Rumor Roundup where we try and bring to you the biggest stories and rumors of the day. In today's edition, the article will talk about Triple H's backstage equation with Randy Orton, the truth about rumors regarding Braun Strowman, and much more.
This article will also look into what the future holds for top Superstar after a major heel turn and other interesting topics from the world of WWE. So without any further ado, let us jump right in and check out the biggest stories and rumors related to WWE today.
#5 Former WWE Superstar Mike Bennett upset with Vince McMahon
Former 24/7 Champion Mike Bennett talked to the Two Man Power Trip podcast recently and discussed his time in WWE. The former ROH Superstar stated that he was not happy with his release especially since he had asked for it ahead of the pandemic and could have taken up another contract if he was granted it.
Bennett also stated that while he was keen on leaving WWE, his wife Maria Kannelis did not want to leave, and it was unfair of Vince McMahon to release her as well.
''Vince is always nice to their face, but, some of the things he’s done lately, it is hard for me to wrap my brain around. It’s hard for me to be ok with the way he treated my wife.'' (h/t: WrestlingNews.co)
Bennett talked about how releasing his wife was a 'lousy thing to do'.
''Not only that, but she had more experience with that company. She was there for almost 6 years before the second time and then 3 years on the second run, so that’s almost 10 years of service. To release a woman who is on maternity leave after giving 10 years to a company and then just fire her in the middle of a pandemic? I’m sorry. I think that’s a real lousy thing to do to a person.”
Mike Bennett has not signed with any major company after his release from WWE but has been making appearances all over the independent scene, even challenging for the NWA World Championship.
#4 WWE Superstar Becky Lynch shows her baby bump
'The Man' Becky Lynch had to take a sabbatical from WWE soon after WrestleMania 37 owing to her pregnancy. The former RAW Women's Champion had to relinquish the title to Asuka before she could take some time off.
There has been a lot of talk regarding Becky Lynch's return and who she would be facing. It has been reported that Vince McMahon wants a feud between Becky Lynch and Ronda Rousey when they both return. Here is what WrestlingNews.co stated:
"Vince wants WrestleMania to be the show that says 'WWE is back. We can't do Becky vs. Ronda in the Thunderdome with no fans. He wants the fans back, and they will be back by the time Mania rolls around."
While former multi-time RAW Women's Champion Becky Lynch is not very active on her social media, The Man did post a photo showcasing her baby bump. It was a classily taken shadow photo that gave fans a chance to see her in the latest month of her pregnancy via her Instagram story.
#3 Triple H hated Randy Orton's friendship with former WWE Superstar
It is a well-known fact that Triple H has always been fond of Randy Orton. The Game was key in the success of Randy Orton in WWE. Randy Orton and Triple H were part of Evolution which significantly helped shape Randy Orton's career.
However, there was one thing that Triple H did not like about Randy Orton early on, and that was his friendship with former WWE Superstar Mark Jindrak. While speaking on David Penzer’s Sitting Ringside podcast, Jindrak revealed that Triple H hated it when Randy Orton and he joked around backstage.
“It was just like, I was immature, Orton was immature. We both were immature. We had a lot of fun on the road. It was just — and a lot of people thought it was humorous. They loved our act. “It went from Kane to a lot of top guys but the one person that hated it, hated it, hated it was Triple H, and it was just completely — if you could be a fly on the wall for some of those car rides.” [H/T POST Wrestling]
The former WWE Superstar stated that while certain other Superstars like Kane enjoyed the company of the two young Superstars, Triple H did not enjoy their antics backstage.
#2 WWE star Braun Strowman talks about his depression and the fake news of him committing suicide
Braun Strowman has become one of the biggest Superstars in WWE over the years. However, that does not mean that The Monster Among Men did not have to face his personal demons along the way.
There had been some rumors of Strowman allegedly trying to kill himself due to depression. These rumors were distasteful and completely untrue. While speaking to Lilian Garcia on Chasing Glory, Strowman talked about how WWE was the only positive thing in his life.
"When I went to Vince to talk about some stuff I was having problems with, it really pissed me off that the dirt sheets tried to spin this whole thing when I talked about this in the documentary that I wanted to commit suicide because I was mad at how I was being booked in WWE and that’s the complete total opposite end of it. WWE was my only thing positive I had in my life at that point. I was so mentally hard on myself with what was going on in my personal life that I started letting it affect my business life when in the grand scheme of things, I have the most amazing job on Earth." (H/T WrestlingNews)
Braun Strowman is a former Universal Champion and has been making a major mark on RAW after being drafted there a few weeks back.
#1 Future plans for WWE Superstar Tucker
The WWE Universe witnessed a shocking moment at HIAC when Otis' best friend Tucker turned on him leading to The Miz becoming the new Mr. MITB by defeating Otis.
Following this unexpected turn, rumors started floating suggesting that Tucker will remain on SmackDown despite being traded to RAW during the draft. It was noted that Tucker was listed as a SmackDown Superstar on WWE.Com leading to further speculation regarding his future.
PWInsider has reported that Tucker is a part of RAW but will likely continue his feud with Otis for the time being. The two are likely to face each other at Survivor Series.
Here is what Cagesideseats stated:
Per PW Insider, Tucker will be staying on Monday Night Raw but will continue his feud with Otis despite being on separate brands.
Tucker and Otis were part of a tag team ever since they debuted on WWE. While Otis went on to have a prominent singles career as well, Tucker was left as an afterthought.
However, it looks like WWE has finally seen potential in Tucker and he may be in for a push.
