Last night on NXT, Bayley lost another friend: Becky Lynch. The Irish Diva turned heel on Bayley, attacking her after her match with Sasha Banks and aligning herself with the former BFF. In an interview following the incident, Bayley admits that plenty of friends have turned on her before, but she never expected Becky to … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] At last night’s NXT tapings, Alexa Bliss was busted open during her match with Sasha Banks. Alexa completed the match, which will air on the November 13th episode, and was said to have blood all over her face by the end of it. Today, she tweeted a simple message reassuring … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photos: WWE.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] With Halloween just around corner, WWE.com has reminisced with NXT stars about Halloweens gone by. They spoke to Divas Alexa Bliss and Becky Lynch, as well as commentator Renee Young about their most memorable childhood Halloween costumes. Alexa had fond memories of dress up to match her life size Barbie … Read more
NXT Diva Alexa Bliss recently spoke to Jim Varsallone of the Miami Herald, filling in fans on her pre-wrestling background, how she earned a WWE tryout, who inspired her in-ring style, the origin of her trademark blue hair and more. How bodybuilding helped her overcome an eating disorder: “I got into bodybuilding after transitioning from … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: @sashabankswwe/Instagram” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Earlier today in Orlando, Florida, NXT Divas and Superstars took part in the 18th annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. Alexa Bliss, Charlotte, Bayley, Becky Lynch and Sasha Banks donned tutus for the 5k race, posting photos to Twitter and Instagram to commemorate the event and encourage fans … Read more
Carmella is on track to become an official NXT Diva. In a video posted to NXT’s official Facebook page, Enzo Amore and Big Cass approach NXT General Manager William Regal about getting a tryout match for Carmella. They head to the ring, where Carmella can be seen forcing another trainee to tap out. Impressed, Regal … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Kendall Skye has left the WWE. The NXT Diva announced her departure on Twitter, tweeting a note that explains why she left and indicates that she likely asked her release: #skyesthelimit pic.twitter.com/8JrtmVcicp — Kendall Skye (@KendallSkyeWWE) September 19, 2014 Skye, real name Kendra Smith, joined the NXT in February 2013, … Read more
NXT Diva Lina Fanene has revealed her official WWE ring name on Twitter. Fanene, who is a cousin of The Rock, will now be known as Zada. Zada did not tweet about the new name initially, opting to make a subtle change to her Twitter handle, which is now @ZadaWWE. A few hours ago, though, … Read more
Tonight at NXT Takeover: Fatal Four-Way, Charlotte proved that her show-stealing performance at the first Takeover was no fluke. The second generation Diva pulled out all the stops in a match that saw her retain the Divas Championship against Bayley. Bayley fought like the ultimate underdog, coming back mid-match to deliver a top rope Frankensteiner … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWEShop.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] Ahead of her big NXT Women’s Title defense tonight at NXT Takeover, Charlotte has just received her first WWE t-shirt. The shirt, which is available in youth and adult sizes, reads, “If you’re gonna do it..” on the front and “do it with Flair” on the back. Both shirts are … Read more
NXT, which presents their third live special on the WWE Network next week, has put out a new video hyping the Hair vs. Hair match between Enzo Amore and Sylvester Lefort. Featured in the video is NXT Diva Carmella, who is acknowledged by name as an acquaintance of Amore and his partner “Big Cass” Colin … Read more
[media-credit name=”Photo: WWE.com” align=”alignnone” width=”620″][/media-credit] NXT Diva Veronica Lane has left the WWE. The rookie Diva tweeted the news tonight, revealing that she made the decision to step away from the company: "Every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end." pic.twitter.com/e6QylAnT92 — Veronica Lane (@VeronicaLaneWWE) September 3, 2014 Veronica, real name Erika Hammond, was … Read more
Earlier this week, The Miami Herald‘s Jim Varsallone filmed a behind the scenes look at the WWE Performance Center. In the first video, he interviews Sara Del Rey, who compares the luxury of the Performance Center to her own humble beginnings. She also discusses how she landed the job as a WWE trainer, as well … Read more
Former NXT Diva Shaul Guerrero has opened up about her battle with an eating disorder in a new interview with Headlocks2Headlines. She revealed details on her WWE departure in 2012, linking it to the image-heavy nature of the wrestling business: “Actually, I went into rehab for an eating disorder. I was really close to Joey … Read more
NXT developmental Diva Dani Jackson has been released by the WWE, according to PWInsider. The Diva, who reported to NXT in May, had previously trained with Ohio Valley Wrestling. Despite the rumors of massive wrestler layoffs, this is the first Diva release to be confirmed.
Note: This post contains spoilers for future episodes of NXT. At tonight’s tapings, NXT’s next live special was announced. The two hour special, titled Takeover 2, will air on the WWE Network on Thursday, September 11th. All of NXT’s Title will be on the line, including the Women’s Championship. Charlotte will be defending her title … Read more
While attending a Be a Star Rally in Orlando, Florida, NXT Women’s Champion Charlotte spoke to Between the Ropes about her acclaimed NXT Takeover match with Natalya, living up to her family name and making her Madison Square Garden debut at a WWE live event. Winning the NXT Women’s Title at NXT Takeover: “I really … Read more
WWE.com has compiled a list of the ten best matches of 2014 so far, ranking a Divas match at the lofty number two spot. The NXT Women’s Title match between Charlotte and Natalya at NXT Takeover received the honor, topping several high profile matches, including Daniel Bryan and Triple H‘s WrestleMania 30 bout and Sami … Read more
Becky Lynch recently made her NXT television debut with a gimmick that drew heavily from her Irish heritage, complete with Irish-themed entrance music, green attire and step dancing taunts. NXT’s commentators even noted that the newest Diva was good friends with Sheamus and Finlay, clearly trying to play up on Lynch’s Irish heritage. However, according … Read more
After making their Madison Square Garden debuts at a WWE live event on Saturday night, Charlotte and Sasha Banks could be sticking around with the main roster this week. According to reports, NXT Women’s Champion Charlotte will be backstage at this week’s WWE tapings. Sasha Banks is rumored to be backstage as well, as she … Read more
Former NXT Diva Sarah Backman tied the knot with WWE Superstar Bo Dallas this past Thursday. Backman hasn’t revealed the news herself yet, but can be seen in photos taken by a friend and Bo’s sister Mika: Backman, who went by the ring name Shara, was released back in April. She had been in NXT … Read more
Two BFFs could be joining the ranks of the WWE main roster soon, according to a new report. The Wrestling Observer Newsletter (via WrestleChat.net) is reporting that NXT’s Charlotte and Sasha Banks are poised to make the jump. Women’s Champion Charlotte is scheduled to work upcoming WWE live events alongside her rather Ric Flair, indicating … Read more
Alexa Bliss has opened up in a new interview with WWE.com, talking about her athletic background and revealing her history with an eating disorder, sharing how she overcame it to become the Diva she is today. Competing in gymnastics and cheerleading in college: “The experience in those sports really helped me transition into the ring … Read more
Following her big NXT Women’s Title victory at NXT Takeover, Charlotte and her father Ric Flair sat down for an interview to reflect on her wrestling journey so far. The video shows Charlotte celebrating her victory backstage with her fellow NXT Divas and reflecting on the pressure that comes with carrying the Flair legacy. Charlotte … Read more
Following her big Women’s Title win at last night’s NXT Takeover, Charlotte and her father Ric Flair spoke about the experience that Ric says puts her on the path of becoming a legend. Ric goes so far as to call the moment the biggest in his wrestling career. Charlotte referred back to Paige‘s Women’s Title … Read more
Tonight, NXT crowned a new Women’s Champion. In the finals of the NXT Women’s Title tournament, Charlotte faced Natalya, both Divas accompanied by famous family members: Ric Flair and Bret Hart. Chalotte would win the title in a hard-fought battle, hitting her finisher Bow Down to the Queen to get the victory and claim the … Read more