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Lynch's unedited footage, champion pregnant & Piper Niven injured
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Becky Lynch has sparked controversy following her loss to AJ Lee at Wrestlepalooza. In the mixed tag team match, Lee forced “The Man” to submit to the Black Widow, securing victory for herself and CM Punk over Seth Rollins and Lynch. The moment was celebrated as AJ’s triumphant return to the ring after more than a decade, but Lynch has since stirred backlash with an unusual defense.
Lynch insists she never tapped out and claims her frantic hand movements were due to swatting away a “rogue bee” that entered the ring. To support her case, she presented “unedited” footage that suspiciously featured an animated bee hovering around her while she tapped. She further accused the referee of being biased, arguing that without the supposed insect interference, AJ Lee would not have earned the win. While fans are mocking her excuse online, the bizarre claim adds fuel to her heated rivalry with the returning star.
 Popular WWE star set to miss RAW; replacement revealed Tomorrow night’s edition of WWE RAW will mark the fallout from Wrestlepalooza 2025, live from Evansville, Indiana. However, one familiar voice will be missing from the show. Ring announcer Alicia Taylor confirmed via social media that she will not be appearing on the red brand this week. In her absence, WWE has tapped a legendary figure to step back into the spotlight. Lilian Garcia, who served as WWE’s iconic ring announcer for years, will return to handle announcing duties for the night. Her one-night appearance is already generating excitement among fans, adding an extra layer of nostalgia to the first RAW following an action-packed Wrestlepalooza. |  WWE fans are still buzzing from Naomi’s pregnancy reveal last month on RAW, but now another champion has shared similar life-changing news. Earlier today, ID Women’s Champion Kylie Rae surprised fans on social media by announcing she is pregnant. The revelation came after a fan asked why she had vacated the RelentlessPNW Championship. Rae replied candidly, writing, “Because I’m pregnant [Grinning Face with Sweat Emoji].” She even included a photo showing she is further along than many expected. The announcement drew an outpouring of congratulations from fans and fellow wrestlers alike, as Rae joins Naomi in adding another chapter of joy and family growth to the women’s division. |
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A major update has surfaced regarding the status of WWE star Piper Niven, who has been absent from programming in recent weeks. Fans had noticed her absence from appearances alongside Chelsea Green and the Secret Service, sparking speculation about her future with the company. Questions ranged from whether she had been written out of storylines to rumors about her possible release.
According to a new report from Fightful Select, Niven is indeed sidelined due to a legitimate injury. While the exact nature and severity of the issue remain unclear, the report confirms that her time away from television is injury-related rather than creative. WWE has yet to issue an official statement, and no timetable for her return has been provided.
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WWE Wrestlepalooza 2025 has wrapped up, setting the stage for the road to Crown Jewel: Perth. The event closed with confirmation of a blockbuster Champion vs. Champion clash between Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. The high-stakes showdown will headline the Perth Premium Live Event next month, with The Vision faction expected to rally behind Rollins, giving him a clear numbers advantage.
However, Cody Rhodes may not enter the battle alone. Reports suggest that he could turn to CM Punk—a former AEW star and WWE Champion—for backup against Rollins’ faction. With Punk sharing unfinished business with The Vision, his involvement would help neutralize outside interference, ensuring that Rhodes gets a fair fight in what is shaping up to be one of WWE’s most anticipated matches of 2025.
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ANALYSIS CORNER
WWE’s first-ever premium live event on ESPN, Wrestlepalooza, failed to live up to the hype for many fans. Despite weeks of heavy promotion and speculation that Triple H had major surprises planned, the show largely stuck to its advertised matches and storylines. Viewers expressed disappointment at the lack of shocking returns or unexpected twists, especially for a milestone event that was positioned as a historic debut on ESPN.
While the in-ring action delivered in moments, the overall reception leaned mixed, with some fans praising the stacked card but others pointing out that it lacked the “big fight feel” WWE had teased. The backlash underscores the high expectations fans had for Wrestlepalooza, and it leaves questions about how WWE will rebound heading into its next marquee stop on the road to Crown Jewel: Perth.
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