Welcome to today's news and rumors. It has been an occupied year closure for the giant of sports entertainment, although many of the superstars are at home celebrating the holidays.
In spite of this, the wheel never stops turning, just like the news and rumors. This week we have reports about a great name that will be missing in RAW's debut in Netflix on January 6, a controversial change after racks that could lead WWE to face fans' criticism, a popular star recovering from illness, an unfortunate news for fans of the United Kingdom and Braun Strowman revealing surprising news about their health.
Let's go to the grain:
#5. A great figure will miss the debut of RAW in Netflix
WWE is literally preparing a Raw billboard in Netflix with Wrestlemania caliber when you observe the announced fighting and names that are expected to appear, be it John Cena, who is confirmed, or The Rock, which is a rumor.
However, a legend that will not be in the historical event is the “supreme predator” Randy Orton, who has been out of action since he was eliminated by Kevin Owens in Smackdown.
Dr. Chris Featherstone of Sportskeeda Wrestling confirmed that the 20 times champion is not scheduled to appear in RAW's debut on Netflix:
“I have received many consultations about the state of Randy Orton with respect to January 6. I have been informed that she is currently not scheduled to be part of the #Wweraw debut episode in Netflix,” wrote Chris Featherstone in X/Twitter.
Orton has been enjoying Christmas at home with his family and even gave his stepdaughter Robbie a car just a few months after his 20th birthday.
#4. WWE plans a possible controversial change in Royal Rumble and Money in the Bank in the next two years
WWE is reaching historical maximums with each live premium event, and the merger with TKO means that there is a hyperactive approach to recover the billion spent millions to acquire the giant of sports entertainment, even if it is at the expense of fans.
In WrestleVotes Radio on Backstage PassJoeyvotes and TC reported that there are currently plans for Royal Rumble to celebrate on two nights from 2026, while Money in the Bank could have two nights from 2027.
This movement will probably be received with many criticisms, since fans accepted that Wrestlemania outside two nights considering that it is the cusp of the wrestling industry. Summerslam, being two nights, received a slightly less warm reception, but that Royal Rumble and Money in the Bank are two nights will probably generate an important rejection, especially considering the inflated rates of the tickets for WWE's main events in recent years.
It is possible that this decision is a complete failure if it is carried out. Although there could be some flexibility for a two -night rumble, a two -night MITB could be the gout that collates the glass. This goes against the simple philosophy that The fact that they can do it does not mean that they should do it.
WWE's growing benefits do not reflect the financial well -being of their fans base, who could become against the company for trying to squeeze as many income as possible.
#3. WWE's superstar, Karmen Petrovic, crosses a difficult disease
Karmen Petrovic is one of the most popular stars in NXT, being an outstanding figure in the acclaimed female division full of superstars such as Roxanne Perez, Stephanie Vaquer, Giulia, Cora Jade, Sol Ruca, and more. However, Petrovic was remarkably absent in NXT TV.
In a publication on his X/Twitter page, Karmen Petrovic revealed why he has been absent, especially when he is involved in a story with Ashemant “Thee” Adonis.
Petrovic shared the magnitude of the fever he has been facing:
“I recently took a little Internet break because I didn't feel good. I ended up with a very strong flu where I had a 120 fever and I was struggling to return to my normal state during the last week. I learned by the bad ones that if you do not give your body time to rest, your body will force you to rest, and generally at the most inconvenient moment.
We wish Karmen Petrovic a prompt recovery and the best for his return to Nxt.
#2. United Kingdom fans could miss an important episode of Smackdown
WWE Transmission Agreements in North America could be established over the next few years, but in the United Kingdom there seems to be a crisis regarding a transmission partner for Friday Night SmackDown. TNT Sports is the current channel that transmits SmackDown, and the agreement expires on January 31.
PWInsider He informed that there is currently no news about the live broadcast of the January 3 of SmackDown. Although the provisional transmission agreement begins on January 10, it means that fans in the United Kingdom could miss the first 2025 SmackDown.
This would be a great blow to the United Kingdom fans, who will have to look for alternative means if they want to see live broadcast. Usually, the first show of the year is full of great moments and memorable fighting. With WWE wanting to keep the impulse as the agreement with Netflix begins three days later, it could be a great loss for the most passionate fans.
#1. Braun Strowman shared unfortunate news about the state of his left leg
Braun Strowman is a name that certainly will not be in RAW in Netflix since it was officially assigned to Smackdown. It is not that that was stopped anyway, since the transfers window rule is still applied to any superstar, which means that it could appear randomly in a RAW episode.
After facing Carmelo Hayes, he seeks to start 2025. However, it will not be 100%. Braun Strowman revealed in an Instagram training publication that his leg is 15% paralyzed:
“Gardriceps Christmas! I have been working hard on these muscles. Very happy considering that my left leg is 15% paralyz
This certainly generates questions about the longevity that you can have in the ring. He had a prolonged period out before returning in 2024 and, even after his victory over Bronson Reed in Raw, another pause had to be taken.
