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WWE Hall of Famer Reveals He Hated CM Punk in the Past

During a recent INSIGHT interview with Chris Van Vliet, Road Dogg describes the hatred he once shared with CM Punk and how their relationship transformed after WWE return.

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4 weeks ago

February 20, 2025

Leonardo Cunha

WWE Hall of Famer “Road Dogg” Jesse James has opened up about his previous strained relationship with CM Punk during a recent appearance on INSIGHT with Chris Van Vliet. The wrestling veteran discussed how their relationship has evolved since Punk’s return to WWE in 2023.

Road Dogg recalled the tension between himself and The Second City Saint that existed for years after they worked together in WWE. The history between the two wrestlers includes a 2013 angle where The New Age Outlaws (James and Billy Gunn) turned heel and attacked Punk leading up to the Royal Rumble event.

When asked about their past friction, Road Dogg explained that both stars had maintained negative assumptions about each other for a considerable time. However, he revealed that Punk’s heartfelt gesture during their first encounter after his WWE comeback in 2023 immediately resolved the lingering tension between them.

Because in my head I hated him, and I thought he hated me too. Yeah, a lot of stuff [happened], I went down back and forth and good times and bad times, but yeah, I just thought [he hated me]. So then the first time I saw him when he came back here, he stood up and he hugged me, and it broke my ice immediately. There was no bad feelings. I don’t know. It was weird. And he’s a different dude today. I told him not long ago at live events and stuff. Hey, I really appreciate your attitude. And he said, Well, that’s the first time anybody’s ever said that to me. Well, I mean it from the bottom of my heart, because he’s a different dude. Me and him butted heads. He butted heads with a lot of people. He says what he means, he means what he says. He don’t mind if it ruffles your feathers. I kind of respect it.

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New Rumor About John Cena at WrestleMania 41 Debunked

Reports of John Cena receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award at a $25,000-per-person WrestleMania 41 luncheon have been corrected by Fightful Select despite the exclusive meal being confirmed.

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4 hours ago

March 18, 2025

Leonardo Cunha

Reports claiming John Cena would receive a Lifetime Achievement Award during WrestleMania 41 weekend have been debunked. The initial rumors suggested the honor would be presented at an exclusive On Location luncheon in Las Vegas.

According to Fightful Select, while the high-priced dining experience with Cena is legitimate, the award presentation is not happening.

We’re told that while the ability to purchase a lunch with John Cena as a part of On Location is accurate, there is no lifetime achievement award.

The confirmed event offers fans an opportunity to dine with Cena at a luxury restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip for $25,000 per person. The gathering will include speeches and special moments but will not feature any trophy presentation.

The exclusive luncheon is scheduled for April 19, the same day as Night One of WrestleMania 41. This event is part of WWE’s premium On Location experiences available to fans attending the company’s biggest show of the year.

Cena has been offering various fan experiences as he continues what he has described as his retirement tour throughout 2025. The 16-time world champion announced his retirement plans last year, indicating this would be his final run as an active competitor.

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Possible Return Date for The Wyatt Sicks to WWE Revealed

Former WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion Nikki Cross posts mysterious Wyatt Sicks photo on social media amid reports of major WrestleMania 41 plans involving Alexa Bliss and the faction.

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4 hours ago

March 18, 2025

Leonardo Cunha

Nikki Cross has shared a cryptic image of The Wyatt Sicks on social media, potentially teasing the group’s return to WWE programming. The faction was moved to SmackDown in 2025 but has not yet appeared on the Friday night show.

Cross posted the mysterious image on X/Twitter without providing any clear explanation. Her sparse social media activity makes this post particularly notable, suggesting it could signal the group’s imminent return to television.

Taylor Rotunda, who portrays Uncle Howdy, has reportedly been absent from WWE events recently. Meanwhile, according to Sportskeeda’s Senior Editor Bill Apter, WWE has planned a significant angle for Alexa Bliss at WrestleMania 41 involving the Wyatt Sicks.

Bliss returned to WWE at the Royal Rumble in February and has been featured in segments on SmackDown containing subtle references to the Wyatt Sicks. She has also incorporated tributes to the late Bray Wyatt into her appearances.

A potential alliance between Bliss and the Wyatt Sicks appears increasingly likely. Bliss previously held the Women’s Tag Team Championship with Nikki Cross, with the duo capturing the titles at WrestleMania 36.

The faction suffered a loss to the Final Testament on Raw last year, which damaged their momentum. A partnership with Bliss could help revitalize the group after this setback.

⭕️ pic.twitter.com/wgBYMXTU0K— Nikki Cross (@WWENikkiCross) March 18, 2025

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Former WWE Champion Reacts to Major Announcement About WrestleMania 41

Braun Strowman shares comedic reaction on social media after being announced as participant in the upcoming Roast of WrestleMania event next month in Las Vegas.

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4 hours ago

March 18, 2025

Leonardo Cunha

Braun Strowman responded to his inclusion in WWE’s upcoming Roast of WrestleMania special with a humorous message on social media. The special comedy event will take place on April 20 in Las Vegas as part of the WrestleMania 41 weekend festivities.

WWE announced that comedian Tony Hinchcliffe will host the roast. Several WWE personalities including Sami Zayn, The Miz, Paul Heyman, and Strowman will participate in the special event.

Strowman took to Instagram to share his reaction to being named as one of the participants.

Hold onto your nip*les!!!!! #TheRoastOfWrestlemania.

The Monster of All Monsters competed in a Six-Man Tag Team match on SmackDown last Friday. Strowman teamed with Jimmy Uso and LA Knight to defeat Jacob Fatu, Solo Sikoa, and Tama Tonga.

Strowman will face Fatu in a singles match this Friday night on SmackDown in Italy. The two wrestlers previously clashed at Saturday Night’s Main Event earlier this year, with Strowman securing a victory via disqualification.