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  • Tiffany Stratton Names Her Top Three Favorite Women In WWE NXT

    Tiffany Stratton Names Her Top Three Favorite Women In WWE NXT

    The former WWE Women’s Champion would love to see these three women shine the brightest with their future in the WWE.

    Before she blossomed into the star she is today, Tiffany Stratton also got her start in WWE NXT where she learned from the very best, feuded with legends like Becky Lynch, and was brought up to the main roster once the higher ups knew she was ready for what it takes to be a face of the franchise.

    In a new interview that Stratton did with Adrian Hernandez, Stratton was asked about the big stars that are becoming a name down at NXT and which three would she like to lock horns with in the future if she was given the opportunity.

    “That’s a good question. I feel like every single girl in NXT is really freaking good. I think you can call up anybody and I’ll have a good match with them. I would love to have a match with Sol Ruca, Lola Vice, and Kelani Jordan. I think those are my top three in NXT right now.”

    Stratton also spoke in the interview about her feud with the legendary Trish Stratus and how she would lock to have another round with the monarch of Canada if the two were given the chance to run it back against each other.

    You can watch the entire interview with Tiffany Stratton on Unlikely with Adrian Hernandez below.

    h/t to Fightful for the transcription.

  • NXT Revenge Night 2 Results – April 21, 2026

    NXT Revenge Night 2 Results – April 21, 2026

    On April 21st, 2026 NXT aired the 2nd & final night of Revenge live in Orlando Florida inside WWE Performance Center & can watch it on The CW (United States) & Netflix (Everywhere else).

    North American Title Match
    Myles Borne (c) defeated Dion Lennox via Borne Again (11:20) (STILL CHAMPION!!!!)

    -Blake Monroe was hanging out with The Vanity Project & Vanity Project were praising Monroe.

    -Jackson Drake talks about how he swiped right and matched with a hot blonde shawty.

    -NXT Tag Team Champion Ricky Smokes said they can’t leave Blake though? Monroe said it’s fine and they can have their fun.

    -Drake said they will just be across the street if she needs them.

    -We go backstage where Saquon Shugars caught up with NXT GM Robert Stone & Stone told Shugars to follow him.

    -The camera panned to Women’s North American Champion Tatum Paxley & Shiloh Hill hanging out & she thanks Hill for building the casket for her match.

    -Hill also brags about setting up the dating app catfish for Swipe Right.

    -Hill said he’s also booked in a match against Ricky Saints for next week before he wished Paxley luck for her match.

    Keanu Carver defeated Joe Hendry via Referee Stoppage (9:12)

    -A vignette aired for Lizzy Rain (fka Rayne Leverkusen)

    Finals Of The Speed Title Tournament
    Lexis King defeated EK Prosper via The Coronation (4:34) (NEW CHAMPION!!!!)

    -The show cut to The Vanity Project on a live Twitter video. Drake was disappointed due to being stood up.

    NXT Tag Team Champions Swipe Right tried to cheer up Drake.

    -Bayley Humphrey at the bar approaches Drake after hearing he was stood up.

    -After the break Saquon Shugars met up with the rest of Darkstate to tell him he got them all a rematch.

    Dion Lennox assumed it was him getting a rematch against Myles Borne.

    -Shugars said he tried to get the match for Lennox but Stone said it had to be Shugars.

    -Lennox hesitated a bit but ultimately felt happy for Shugars.

    Women’s North American Title Casket Match
    Tatum Paxley (c) defeated Blake Monroe (11:43) (STILL CHAMPION!!!!)

    -The show cut back to Jackson Drake on his date. Bayley Humphrey said she dissects bodies & she also talked about AI bots.

    -Women’s Champion Lola Vice talks about how she made a statement last week by showing everyone the champion she’s going to be.

    -She said Jacy Jayne did elevate the women’s division then said that Jacy Jayne reinvented herself as a WWE superstar.

    -Vice said the hardest part about being champion is not winning it but keeping it.

    -Vice talked about how deep the women’s division is.

    Lola said people stepped up to say they want what she has. She said those women aren’t competition but threats.

    -She said she does like it though. She said holding that title means you’ll possibly main event WrestleMania 1 day.

    -Vice said she wants to be the realest champion then talks about being that girl who stepped up and is still that girl.

    -She said you don’t just walk into Vice City and step up to the champion, you’re stepping into a fight.

    -She said you can try, step up, or take your shot then said all that’s going to happen is you’re going to get knocked out and danced on.

    -The Culling made their entrance & Izzi Dame thanks Vice for calling her a threat.

    -Dame asked Vice if she’s feeling the shift before Dame said she’s watching, learning and waiting for Vice to make a mistake.

    -Dame said Vice’s mindset means she’s going to lose at small moments rather than big ones.

    Izzi said she’s going to rip Vice apart before she talks about how you’re going to thank her once she becomes champion.

    -Vice said all that studying and waiting sounds like hesitation.

    -Vice said she hopes Dame waits for the moment until she gets her ass kicked. Dame said The Culling are 2 steps ahead.

    -Niko Vance distracted Vice which allowed Dame to kick her down then holds up the Women’s Title.

    -Sarah Schreiber interviews new Speed Champion Lexis King and pointed out how he won a title by questionable means.

    -King said he’s not like the degenerates or college recruits, he’s a real star. He said the title is his birthright.

    -EK Prosper pulls up and asked for a run back before Dorian Van Dux shows up to have Prosper’s back.

    -Ariana Grace said they’ll see them next week.

    -We get a 2nd part of the Kendal Grey NXT Chronicle.

    -She talked about being a Amateur Wrestling champion while also being a part of the men’s wrestling team.

    -She talked about how she would compete against the guys then said people say you shouldn’t do that but she can.

    -She said she grew up with an older brother which led to her getting into play fights with her bro.

    -She said she’s a tomboy which shouldn’t be a shocker then she said her and her dad bonded through sports.

    She said a funny story was her getting hit by a foul ball at a Mets game. She said her mother called her a problem child.

    -She said he has bad luck. She said she got bit by a dog in the face at a BBQ even though there was food around.

    -She said at a wrestling match, some dude busted her head open.

    -She said ultimately she was obsessed with wrestling. She said what she’s also obsessed with is getting her hand raised.

    -She said she won’t quit until she wins the Women’s Title.

    -Robert Stone was chatting with Women’s Champion Lola Vice backstage before he had to run off due to commotion.

    -Shiloh Hill was under a cabinet in the GM office while Ricky Saints put the boots to him.

    -Starks barged out while everyone checks on Hill.

    -After the break Robert Stone caught up with NXT Champion Tony D’Angelo.

    -A delivery man handed Tony D a white box with a Japanese character on it then Keanu Carver pulls up.

    -Carver said he didn’t give D’Angelo the box but the character is a symbol of war and D’Angelo better watch out

    Last Woman Standing Match
    Zaria defeated Sol Ruca (15:56)

    Next Week’s NXT

    Shiloh Hill vs. Ricky Saints

    Tag Team Match
    Birthright (2 members TBD) vs. Dorian Van Dux & EK Prosper

    North American Title Match
    Myles Borne (c) vs. Saquon Shugars

  • Nikki Blackheart Signs with WWE – What This Means for the Women’s Division

    Nikki Blackheart Signs with WWE – What This Means for the Women’s Division

    WWE has moved quickly to secure one of the fastest-rising names on the indie scene. Multiple reports confirm that Nikki Blackheart has signed with WWE after impressing at the company’s February 2026 Performance Center tryouts. Insiders noted that she stood out in a competitive class, which led to a deal being finalized within weeks. 

    That kind of turnaround usually points to strong internal backing. This signing lands at a time when WWE is actively refreshing its women’s division. Blackheart walks in with momentum, and there is a clear opening for someone new to break through.

    A fast-rising indie name WWE didn’t want to miss

    Blackheart’s timeline tells you why WWE acted fast. She debuted in 2024 and built traction almost immediately. By June 14, 2025, she had already won the Coastal Championship Wrestling Women’s Title and followed it up with several defenses. That early run gave her visibility and credibility in a short window.

    She stayed active across multiple promotions, including CCW and MPX, gaining experience in different match styles and crowd environments. That variety matters when transitioning to WWE, where adaptability often decides how quickly someone progresses.

    Her name had already started circulating as a likely pickup before the tryout even happened. WWE stepping in early prevented a bidding situation and gave them control over her development from the start.

    Why WWE moved quickly after the tryout

    The February 2026 tryout was designed to be a serious evaluation. Participants trained in front of top WWE names, including John Cena, Charlotte Flair, Natalya, and Lyra Valkyria. That setup pushed prospects through drills, promos, and live feedback at a much higher level than a standard tryout.

    Blackheart handled that environment well enough to stand out in a deep group. Reports shifted quickly from interest to confirmation of a deal, which reflects how clear the decision became internally.

    WWE tends to slow-play signings when there are question marks. That did not happen here. The timeline alone shows how strongly she performed during that window.

    The expected path starts in NXT

    Blackheart is expected to report to NXT first. NXT remains WWE’s main system for developing in-ring style, promos, and character work under weekly television pressure. The women’s division there has been one of the brand’s strongest areas, producing consistent call-ups over the past few years.

    She enters with enough experience to contribute early while still having room to refine her presentation. That balance gives creative options. They can test different directions without needing a long reset phase.

    Movement between NXT and the main roster has sped up recently. A strong start could shorten her stay. WWE continues to rotate new names into Raw and SmackDown to keep matchups fresh and avoid repetition on weekly shows.

    WWE’s current recruitment pattern is clear

    Blackheart’s signing fits a broader strategy. WWE has been targeting talent who already have momentum but are still early in their careers. This approach allows the company to shape presentations while building on existing buzz.

    Recent tryout classes have followed that pattern. The focus stays on athletes who can handle the transition quickly without needing years of basic development. It speeds up the pipeline and keeps the roster from feeling static.

    Blackheart checks those boxes. She brings indie experience, early success, and enough polish to step into structured training without slowing things down.

    What she adds to the women’s division right now

    The women’s division runs best when new matchups keep cycling in. Blackheart adds immediate variety. She has not been seen on WWE television, so every pairing feels fresh. That helps avoid the repeat matchups that can stack up over time.

    She also brings an audience that already follows her work. Fans today track talent across multiple promotions, and that awareness carries over when someone signs. The same online crowd that follows indie wrestling closely is also engaging with adjacent trends, following guides on how to use bitcoin for sports betting.

    There is also room to build her long-term. She can be introduced as a rising contender, a confident newcomer, or someone who earns her spot week by week. That flexibility gives creative space to adjust based on crowd reaction.

    Timing gives Nikki Blackheart a real opening

    Opportunity often comes down to timing. WWE is constantly adjusting its women’s division across Raw, SmackDown, and NXT. Injuries, shifting storylines, and event cycles create gaps that need to be filled with new faces.

    Blackheart arrives without heavy TV history attached to her name. That gives creative a clean starting point. They can plug her into existing stories or build something from scratch without working around past angles.

    Her real-life trajectory already offers a simple story to tell. A quick rise, early success, and growing attention translate easily to television if WWE leans into it.

  • WWE World At WrestleMania 42: Day 4 Results (Show 2) – 4/19/26

    WWE World At WrestleMania 42: Day 4 Results (Show 2) – 4/19/26

    World Wrestling Entertainment held Day 4 of WWE World At WrestleMania 42 on April 19th, 2026. The event took place at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada and aired LIVE on the WWE YouTube Channel.

    Day 4 of WWE World at WrestleMania 42 showcased two matches featuring WWE Main Roster and WWE NXT Superstars. You can see the full results from the event below.

    • Fallon Henley defeated Jaida Parker – (7:03)
    • Los Americanos (Bravo Americano & Rayo Americano) defeated Myles Borne & Shiloh Hill – (10:00)

    (h/t Cagematch for the results.)

  • WWE World At WrestleMania 42: Day 4 Results (Show 1) – 4/19/26

    WWE World At WrestleMania 42: Day 4 Results (Show 1) – 4/19/26

    World Wrestling Entertainment held Day 4 of WWE World At WrestleMania 42 on April 19th, 2026. The event took place at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada and aired LIVE on the WWE YouTube Channel.

    Day 4 of WWE World at WrestleMania 42 showcased five matches featuring WWE Main Roster Superstars, NXT Superstars and stars from AAA. You can see the full results from the event below.

    • LWO (Cruz Del Toro & Joaquin Wilde) defeated American Made (Brutus Creed & Julius Creed) – (8:03)
    • Psycho Clown defeated Erik – (8:06)
    • Dark Mixed Tag Team Match: Harlem Lewis & Kali Armstrong defeated Kam Hendrix & Nikkita Lyons
    • Dark Match: Jacy Jayne defeated Thea Hail
    • Dark Match: Alpha Academy (Akira Tozawa & Otis) defeated La Parka & Mr. Iguana

    (h/t Cagematch for the results.)

  • EXCLUSIVE: WWE NXT Name Change

    EXCLUSIVE: WWE NXT Name Change

    WWE signed Rayne Leverkusen earlier this year.

    Sources indicate to Bodyslam that Rayne Leverkusen will now be going by Lizzy Rain in WWE. It was implied to Bodyslam that the name change included Rayne’s love for metal music.

    This report was available earlier in the week on Bodyslam+. Subscribe to BodyslamPlus.Net for more. Please credit Bodyslam+ for aggregations.

  • EXCLUSIVE: WWE NXT Update

    EXCLUSIVE: WWE NXT Update

    Sources indicate to Bodyslam that Jacy Jayne, Ethan Page, Joe Hendry, and Sol Ruca have all been heavily discussed for main roster call ups recently.

    WWE NXT Revenge is expected to be the ending to multiple stories.

    This report was available earlier in the week on Bodyslam+. Subscribe to BodyslamPlus.Net for more. Please credit Bodyslam+ for aggregations.

  • WWE World At WrestleMania 42: Day 1 Results – April 16th, 2026

    WWE World At WrestleMania 42: Day 1 Results – April 16th, 2026

    World Wrestling Entertainment held Day 1 of their WWE World At WrestleMania 42 event on Thursday April 16th, 2026. The event took place at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event aired LIVE on the WWE YouTube Channel.

    The day featured two matches, a WWE NXT Women’s North American Championship match between Tatum Paxley and Alba Fyre, as well as a WWE SmackDown tag team match between The Motor City Machine Guns and Fraxiom.

    Below are the quick results for Day 1 of Live Matches at WWE World at WrestleMania 42:

    • WWE NXT Women’s North American Championship Match: Tatum Paxley (c) defeated Alba Fyre to retain the WWE NXT Women’s North American Title – (8:00)
    • The Motor City Machine Guns (Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin) defeated Fraxiom (Axiom & Nathan Frazer) – (11:10)

    You can watch Day 1 of Live Matches from WWE World at WrestleMania 42 below.

  • NXT Revenge Night 1 Results – April 14, 2026

    NXT Revenge Night 1 Results – April 14, 2026

    On April 14th, 2026 NXT aired the 1st night of Revenge live in Orlando Florida inside WWE Performance Center & can watch it on The CW (United States) & Netflix (Everywhere else).

    Kelani Jordan defeated Jaida Parker via One Of A Kind Split Legged Moonsault

    -Joe Hendry says if you say his name, he appears.

    He says he lost the NXT Title at Stand & Deliver to Tony D’Angelo and he now has to ask himself some important questions when it comes to stopping or quitting.

    -He says he decided against quitting then says he wants to lift everyone’s spirits with a concert.

    -Hendry begins playing a song about D’Angelo, Ricky Saints, Ethan Page & the NXT Title.

    -Keanu Carver storms out to the ring but Hendry says the people were promised a Joe Hendry concert and they will get one.

    -Carver opts to attack Hendry but Hendry fires off right hands on Carver and cracks his second guitar across Carver’s spine.

    -Carver stays standing and attacks Hendry then takes out the security guards that have made their way out.

    -Carver then spears Hendry and the security guards through the barricade.

    -We then head backstage where Women’s World Champion Stephanie Vaquer wishes Women’s Champion Lola Vice good luck in her Women’s Title defense later tonight.

    Kali Armstrong defeated Skylar Raye via Kali Connection

    -We then head backstage to The Vanity Project & Blake Monroe in Robert Stone’s office.

    -Stone reveals Monroe will challenge Tatum Paxley for the Women’s North American Title at Revenge Night 2 but informs Monroe that Paxley insisted on choosing a stipulation which he signed off on.

    NXT Title Match
    Tony D’Angelo (c) defeated Ethan Page via Dead To Rights (STILL CHAMPION!!!!)

    -North American Champion Myles Borne says he sent Johnny Gargano right back to SmackDown at Stand & Deliver then says he was about to go home to celebrate with Stephanie Vaquer.

    -He says all of the chatter after the match wasn’t just about how he about Gargano but how Dion Lennox called his shot for the North American Title and says Lennox stole his moment from him.

    -He says it’s fair play for him to say that when you attack him, no one is safe.

    -Darkstate music hits and they appear in the crowd.

    -Lennox gives Borne 2 options: accept his fate or try to deny the inevitable of him dethroning him as North American Champion.

    -Borne grants Dion Lennox a North American Title match next week and says there’s another option: he retains the title.

    -He says Darkstate can try taking him out but Lennox might not get his title match in that case.

    -He says Lennox has a decision to make as the leader of Darkstate but Shugars cuts off Borne and says Darkstate has no leader.

    -Lennox insists that Darkstate doesn’t attack Borne but Shugars decides to charge at Borne in the ring.

    -Borne then sends Shugars crashing into the mat with Borne Again.

    Semi Final Match Of The Speed Title Tournament
    EK Prosper defeated Dorian Van Dux via Moonsault (2:54)

    -We get a chronicle on Kendal Grey

    -We go backstage where Darkstate was arguing backstage about what happen earlier in the show.

    Women’s Title Match
    Lola Vice (c) defeated Jacy Jayne via Spinning Backfist (STILL CHAMPION!!!)

    Revenge Night 2 Line Up

    Last Woman Standing Match
    Sol Ruca vs. Zaria

    Finals Of The Speed Title Tournament
    Lexis King vs. EK Prosper

    Women’s North American Title Casket Match
    Tatum Paxley (c) vs. Blake Monroe

    North American Title Match
    Myles Borne (c) vs. Dion Lennox

    Keanu Carver vs. Joe Hendry

  • WWE NXT Revenge: Lola Vice Retains Women’s Championship

    WWE NXT Revenge: Lola Vice Retains Women’s Championship

    The main event of NXT Revenge week one saw the WWE NXT Women’s Championship on the line when new champion Lola Vice defended against Jacy Jayne. Earlier this month at NXT Stand and Deliver, Lola Vice defeated Jacy Jayne and Kendal Grey to claim the gold.

    Now, Jacy wanted her rematch and got it tonight. But, her path back to the championship wasn’t going to be easy. The new champ already had her grip on the title and wouldn’t let go.

    https://x.com/bodyslamnet/status/2044231889016275439?s=46

    With Fatal Influence at ringside, it was inevitable that they would get in involved, and that they did. While Lola could fend them off early, it still helped Jacy Jayne take control of the match.

    https://x.com/bodyslamnet/status/2044232692166701128?s=46

    Jacy almost had this match won multiple times after distractions, but it was a back-fist out of nowhere that led Lola Vice to victory. After the match, Kali Armstrong, Kendal Grey and Izzi Dame made their presences known. Then, Zaria tried to come to the ring, but was attacked on the stage by Sol Ruca to end the show.