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Welcome to today's WWE Rumor Roundup, where we cover all the top stories of the day.
Another busy day at WWE today with the company releasing a bunch of people. We have covered it extensively on Sportskeeda, but now we're going to take a look at the other WWE rumors and news of the day.
We have some interesting news on Drew McIntyre's future in WWE, as well Mickie James revealing the storyline that offended her. But before we get to those, let's take a look at the headline makers of the day
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WWE SmackDown star undergoes surgery
Montez Ford has been written off WWE TV with a storyline injury, but things are not that simple. WWE had Otis attack one-half of The Street Profits on SmackDown and reported he was taken to a local medical facility. The digital team later confirmed he had a partial rib fracture and torn intercostal cartilage:
"Montez Ford suffered a partial rib fracture and torn intercostal cartilage as a result of the attack by Otis. He's being evaluated at a local medical center, and WWE Digital will follow up with any up."
But Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Newsletter claims Montez Ford is out because of surgery. He reported that the surgery was not related to any injury but was voluntary. He added that the former tag-team champion should be back in action soon.
"It appears the injuries Ford suffered in the Otis beating on the 6/11 Smackdown were a cover story as he posted photos of him in a hospital appearing like he was getting ready for surgery on 6/24. He did get legitimate surgery, a voluntary surgery not related to an injury and not something that should keep him out of action for any significant length of time."
Montez Ford is expected to stay on SmackDown even after the reported WWE Draft, unless Otis is also switched to Monday Night RAW. With WWE writing off the former tag-team champion with a storyline injury, Ford is expected to return to the ring and feud with Otis.
WWE dropped plans for Becky Lynch's return
Becky Lynch was touted to return at WrestleMania 37, and WWE reportedly had plans for her as well. However, they decided to scrap all that as they did not want to rush her back.
WWE reportedly wanted Becky Lynch to pen a new deal before making her return to the ring. She was reportedly backstage at Hell In A Cell too, but did not make an appearance in front of the camera.
Dave Meltzer had some backstage info on the same in the latest edition of Wrestling Observer Newsletter. He reported,
Expect a return of Becky Lynch relatively soon. She's been training at the Performance Center and was at the Hell in a Cell show. Lynch wasn't used at WrestleMania as first talked about and teased by her because they were waiting for her to sign a new deal, which is now in effect, and because they felt it was too early to debut her before she would be back wrestling."
Becky Lynch has been off WWE TV for nearly a year as she took a break to give birth to her and Seth Rollins' daughter.
Goldberg to make WWE reutrn?
In stunning news for the WWE Universe, Dave Meltzer, in the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, has hinted at a possible return for Goldberg. He claims the WWE Hall Of Famer could be a challenger for Bobby Lashley in the near future.
While mentioning Goldberg, the WON journalist also named Randy Orton, Bray Wyatt, and Daniel Bryan as the other possible opponents. He said
"The RAW brand doesn't have any challenger set up but they can always elevate Randy Orton, or really anyone if they so choose. Bray Wyatt and Bill Goldberg are always on the bench and the idea is an all top hands on deck show. Bryan Danielson, if he does come back and it would likely be for RAW."
Goldberg's possible return has undoubtedly caught the WWE Universe off-guard. The expectation was to see Brock Lesnar return to the ring soon and face Bobby Lashley for the WWE title.
But if Kofi Kingston does manage to spring a surprise and claim the WWE title at Money In The Bank, plans might change for SummerSlam.
Mickie James offended by WWE storyline
Mickie James has revealed she was offended by the WWE storyline, which involved Alexa Bliss. Back in 2017, the two were engaged in a feud, and Bliss was seen making fun of James' age most of the time.
While speaking to Chris Van Vliet, the former WWE Superstar claimed such storylines promoted ageism, and that was something she wanted to avoid. Mickie James said,
"I could never wrap my head around and find it funny that I'm given a walker [on RAW in 2017]. It's bullsh*t and it's not funny. I was offended and I said that I was offended. But I am a professional, and as a pro you go, 'Fine and let's see what happens.' 9 times out of 10 I was right, but it's already happened. I had to do it just to prove a point. I feel like you should trust me enough, at this point, to know I am not an idiot. I am looking at it through the lens of our audience and where they're at now."
Mickie James was released earlier this year, along with several other stars in April. She will be producing an all-women show for NWA in the future.
Interesting WWE future for Drew McIntyre?
Roman Reigns is looking for a new challenger, and reports suggest it could be Drew McIntyre. The former WWE Champion is expected to switch brands in the reported upcoming WWE Draft.
As per Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, the stipulation that saw Drew McIntyre not challenge Bobby Lashley for the WWE title ever again could be because of a possible brand switch. He said:
"Bobby Lashley retained the WWE title in the Hell in a Cell match main event over Drew McIntyre. The stipulation was that if McIntyre lost, he could never challenge for the title as long as Lashley is champion. This could easily build to a brand switch, which also gives Roman Reigns a fresh new opponent since he obviously needs one."
John Cena is touted to be the opponent for Roman Reigns at SummerSlam, but WWE does have Money In The Bank coming up next month. Will we see Drew McIntyre going up against the Tribal Chief any time soon? Only time will tell...
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