WWE Rumor Roundup: Mandy Rose wanted romantic angle with female Superstar; Uncertainty over 3-time World Champion's future with company; Rollins' plans - 18 May 2020

Welcome to another edition of the daily WWE Rumor Roundup where we try and bring you the latest rumors and updates from the world of WWE.

In today's edition, we will talk about who Mandy Rose wanted to have a romantic angle with before her angle with Otis began. We'll also discuss the contract situation of top WWE Superstar and if he will be staying with the company or leaving.

With Becky Lynch leaving WWE temporarily due to her pregnancy, what does the future hold for Seth Rollins and the women's division with her absence? Let us find out!

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#5 Mandy Rose wanted to romance Sonya Deville

Mandy Rose and Otis have become one of the most popular pairings in WWE history and are easily the most-talked-about story on SmackDown. Having won the MITB briefcase, it looks like Mandy Rose's on-screen boyfriend Otis is in for a big push in the coming time.

However, while speaking to talkSPORT, Mandy Rose revealed that she had initially pitched a romantic angle with Sonya Deville while the two were in NXT. While that did not work out, she is happy that her current story with Otis is going on so well.

Here is what she had said:

Yeah [the lesbian angle] was definitely an idea that we pitched ourselves – it was actually a while ago during our NXT days we thought about that. But, you know, things happen. Things change. Might be suited better for other people, whatever it may be.

“But, it all worked out, the storyline [with Otis] turned out really well as most of you would agree, so it is what it is with that stuff, right.”

While Otis' MITB victory was a bit controversial, there is a reason why WWE have not addressed it so far. The future looks bright for Otis and Mandy Rose on SmackDown.

#4 Rey Mysterio yet to re-sign with WWE

There has been a lot of speculation regarding what the future holds for 3-time World Champion Rey Mysterio, given his current contract situation. The master of 619 had a contract which is near its end and as per reports, he has not yet re-signed with the company.

Here is what CagesideSeats have stated:

They also say the word is WWE is not giving out any raises right now, and that could be part of what’s holding up a new deal for Rey Mysterio.

It is also being stated that one of the reasons Rey Mysterio might choose to stay is because he doesn't want to upset WWE, considering he wants his son to have a career with the company.

WWE is not giving any raises due to the ongoing situation and this could be a reason that Rey Mysterio's deal has come to a standstill. It is unlikely that Mysterio will leave WWE, but it isn't set in stone as of now. Some reports have suggested that AEW might be interested in Mysterio as well.

#3 Seth Rollins turning babyface?

Last week on RAW, Seth Rollins brutally attacked Rey Mysterio by shoving his eye into the steel steps. While this is an outright heel move, what followed next wasn't.

During a backstage segment on RAW, The Monday Night Messiah expressed remorse over his actions and wanted to apologize. The segment, however, turned into a backstage fight between Aleister Black, Rollins, and Murphy.

Sportskeeda's Tom Colohue stated that WWE might be keeping their options open in regards to another face turn for Seth Rollins in the near future. Here is what he had to say:

When it comes to the Money in the Bank finish, I do think they are still going face despite what happened. The reason I think that is because Seth went to apologize after he injured Rey. I don't know whether this is going to be the whole Bray Wyatt/Fiend thing but he definitely had an out-of-body experience, attacked Rey as he did...but if he was a heel, he would not have apologized.

Seth Rollins had shaken WWE Champion Drew McIntyre's hand after their match at MITB indicating that he may be midst a change of heart.

#2 Becky Lynch was set to face Nia Jax at MITB

Becky Lynch announced on RAW last week that she was pregnant and went on to relinquish the RAW Women's Championship handing it to the women's MITB winner - Asuka. As per Dave Meltzer of WON, the original plan was to have Becky Lynch face Nia Jax at MITB.

However, due to Lynch getting pregnant, Nia Jax was instead part of the women's MITB match which was eventually won by Asuka.

However, it was noted that Becky Lynch would have probably informed WWE about her pregnancy in early April, and the company then began to rewrite all the plans for the shows that followed.

Asuka became the new RAW Women's Champion after Becky Lynch handed over the belt to her. It will be interesting to see if WWE plan on having Asuka feud with Nia Jax next considering the company had planned Nia Jax to be Lynch's rival at MITB originally.

Becky Lynch will be out of action for the foreseeable future and WWE will have the tough task of filling The Man's absence in the women's division.

#1 The Undertaker's mother scolded Shane McMahon

Vince McMahon's son Shane McMahon has been part of multiple memorable matches. One such match was his return match against The Undertaker at WWE's WrestleMania 32.

While speaking to ESPN's Greg Wyshynski, Shane McMahon touched upon an interesting incident that had taken place when he had gone to The Undertaker's house prior to their WrestleMania 32 match. The former Hardcore Champion revealed that Undertaker's mother scolded him before he left.

Here is what The Undertaker's mother told Shane O'Mac:

You know, you've always been one of my favorites. However ... you hit my son right in his eye and made him bleed. You went down a couple of notches in my book.

Shane McMahon had injured The Undertaker's eye in one of their brawls ahead of the big match, which was Undertaker's mother was referring to in this case.

The former tag-team Champion Shane McMahon has been out of action ever since he lost his match against Kevin Owens which stipulated that he would leave WWE if he could not win.