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Welcome back to another edition of the daily WWE Rumor Round-up. It's a high-profile lineup as several stories featuring Brock Lesnar, The Undertaker, and many other names have been covered in today's edition.
We begin with Lars Sullivan and a nixed plan for the-recently returned Superstar. WWE reportedly had big plans for the Superstar, who made his comeback on SmackDown.
Vince McMahon's backstage opinions about Aalyah Mysterio have been revealed. The WWE boss is also high on another female Superstar, as he thinks she is one of the best on the microphone in the entire company.
Paige dropped a big hint regarding a potential in-ring comeback on social media, and the speculation, as expected, has begun to run wild.
Finally, a top RAW Superstar has confirmed that he has been trying to convince Vince McMahon to get The Undertaker back for a match.
#5. WWE's plans for Lars Sullivan
Lars Sullivan made a surprising return on the Draft episode of SmackDown on Friday. He was booked to be at his vicious best as he mowed down the likes of Jeff Hardy, Matt Riddle, and The Miz.
Sullivan was taken off TV in June 2019 after he injured his knee during a match on SmackDown. Fighful Select has now revealed several details about Sullivan's return and WWE's original plans for "The Freak".
WWE previously had a tentative return date of June 2020 for Sullivan. The Superstar himself expected to be back much before that date set by the company.
However, Sullivan's rehabilitation phase hit several unexpected roadblocks along the way. While Sullivan had undergone knee operations in the past, his latest injury was much more severe than imagined.
Sullivan's recovery was termed as an "uphill battle." The former NXT Superstar had to get both his knees fixed, and the one-year recovery phase was unfortunately extended to 16-18 months.
WWE had massive plans for Sullivan during his first call-up, which included a showdown against 8-time WWE World Champion Brock Lesnar. It was added that Sullivan attracted backstage heat for his racist comments that were made before he signed with the WWE. The other controversies that came to light over the past year, however, didn't affect his standing in the company.
Lars Sullivan is now back, and the company could attempt to push him to the moon yet again. With Brock Lesnar currently without a concrete plan, WWE could always revisit the nixed idea for a future date.
#4. Paige drops a big teaser regarding in-ring WWE return
Paige has not wrestled since the WWE MSG show in December 2017 as she had to retire for the second time due to a neck injury. However, the former Divas Champion has worked hard on fixing the recurring issues in her neck, and, as things stand, her neck 'feels wonderful.'
Paige took to Twitter and teased a potential in-ring return by posting a positive update about her neck. Here's what she tweeted out:
"Recycled pic. But.. Spent the last 2 years of my in ring career with this neck brace. 6 screws and 2 fusions later.. my neck feels wonderful. Can you let me in yet coach?"
Nothing is out of bounds in professional wrestling. Edge's miraculous return to the ring after 11 years proved that Superstars can return from career-threatening neck injuries.
Paige also took inspiration from the Rated-R Superstar's WWE comeback, as she tweeted the following after his Royal Rumble appearance.
There was a time when neck injuries could spell the end of a performer's career. However, fusion surgeries and the advancement in medicine and rehabilitation techniques have given hope to several athletes.
It all comes down to whether WWE doctors would be willing to give Paige the green signal to return. Daniel Bryan and Edge are two successful examples, so you can never rule out the possibility of seeing the 28-year-old competing in the ring again.
#3. Vince McMahon's backstage opinion of Aalyah Mysterio, possible full-time WWE contract
Aalyah Mysterio has been a revelation in WWE ever since having a significant role in the storyline between the Mysterios and Seth Rollins.
WrestlingNews.co now reports that Vince McMahon is a fan of Rey Mysterio's daughter, and there is a possibility of WWE offering her a full-time contract.
A WWE source told WrestlingNews.co that the fans should expect to see Aalyah Mysterio featured heavily in the months to follow.
Aalyah was said to be easy to work with backstage and also has the willingness to learn, as per the source.
Here's what was revealed by the source in the report:
"Don't be surprised if Vince offers her a full-time contract. He sees star potential in her. You will see her in multiple segments on some shows going forward. The same source said, "she's great to work with. She's eager to learn and if she wants to pursue a career here or anywhere in the entertainment world then I think she will be successful."
Aalyah Mysterio segments have been pulling in huge numbers on YouTube and the WWE does see star potential in the 19-year-old. WWE has teased an on-screen romance between Aalyah and Murphy, which could be the direction moving forward.
#2. Vince McMahon is high on Zelina Vega in the WWE
WWE's decision to split up Zelina Vega, Andrade and Angel Garza was met with surprising fan reactions. Vega was pushed straight into a RAW Women's title storyline with Asuka, a decision that also came out of nowhere.
However, as revealed by a report from Inside The Ropes, Zelina Vega has managed to impress the WWE management backstage, which explains the opportunities coming her way.
WWE reportedly found her role as a manager "really special," and always wanted to find something for her on TV. Zelina Vega is considered one of the best talkers in the company, across all divisions, while Vince McMahon is also a big fan.
The management is also happy with her in-ring work in the recent matches against Asuka. WWE Superstars have also praised Zelina Vega behind the scenes for her work on the microphone. Company officials have unsurprisingly noticed the praises from the locker room.
Here's what was noted by Inside The Ropes:
"Sources tell Inside the Ropes that WWE regards her manager role on TV as 'really special' and that's why they always find something for her. It's also said she's regarded as 'one of the best talkers in the entire company' – whatever the gender – and that Vince McMahon is a fan of her. WWE are said to have been very impressed with her recent in-ring work, particularly against Asuka. It's worth noting that many superstars have praised her work on the microphone, too, and that has also trickled back to management."
Rick Ucchino of Sportskeeda had the opportunity to interview Zelina Vega's husband, Aleister Black recently. The RAW Superstar revealed whether fans should expect his wife to become his manager someday in WWE. Black also opened up on various other topics during the interview, which you can watch at the top of the page.
#1. Drew McIntyre trying to convince Vince McMahon to get The Undertaker back for another WWE match
Drew McIntyre was recently interviewed by Mike Jones on Washington radio station DC101, and the WWE Champion opened up on his desire to face The Undertaker.
The Scottish Psychopath revealed that he always tells Vince McMahon to call The Undertaker to set up a dream match.
The Undertaker had stated in the Last Ride docuseries that he would consider returning to the ring for the WWE if Vince McMahon gave him a call. Undertaker's statement from the documentary has been stuck in Drew McIntyre's head, and he has since been trying to convince Vince to make the phone call.
Here's what McIntyre revealed:
"In his Last Ride documentary on the WWE Network, he [The Undertaker] said he will always come when Vince McMahon calls. So, every single week, I prod Vince McMahon to 'make the call, make the call!'"
Drew McIntyre faced The Undertaker in the past when he teamed up with Shane McMahon against The Deadman and Roman Reigns at Extreme Rules 2019.
McIntyre is currently scheduled to face Randy Orton in a Hell in a Cell match for the WWE Championship later this month. While The Undertaker has said that he is done with his in-ring career, he ended the documentary by leaving the door open for a possible return.
When it comes to the status of The Undertaker's retirement, we should get our answer by the time WrestleMania 37 comes around. Will Vince McMahon actually go ahead and make the call? Only time will tell.
