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WWE Brand Extension: Should It Stay Or Should It Go?

Kyle Dunning - May 12, 2022

"If I go there will be trouble... If I stay it will be double... So you gotta let me know... Should I stay or...

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WWE Is Struggling To Adapt To Latest Changes.

Kyle Dunning - June 10, 2018

Much as the problem is with having separate rosters for Raw & Smackdown, WWE went one further last year when they introduced the "Superstar...

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Kevin Thorn Discusses WWE Bringing Back Veterans, TNA, And More

Kyle DaCosta - October 7, 2016

Kevin Thorn appeared on the Chad Dukes Wrestling Show, and the highlights are down below....His Love of Working For Himself as an Independent: It’s...

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Sheamus Gives High Praise To Apollo Crews, Discusses The Brand Split, More

Ryan Clark - August 9, 2016

During a recent interview with ComicBook.com, Sheamus discussed the WWE brand split, Apollo Crews and more. Here are some highlights:On The Brand Split: “I...

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Trish Stratus Discusses WWE SmackDown Going Live, The WWE Draft & Brand Split & More

Ryan Clark - July 30, 2016

During a recent interview with Total Wrestling Magazine, WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus discussed the WWE Brand Split, SmackDown going live and more....

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Paige Comments On Her Real-Life Relationship With Alberto Del Rio, Mick Foley’s Brand Split Blog

Ryan Clark - July 28, 2016

WWE women's wrestler Paige tweeted the following, discussing her real-life relationship with Alberto Del Rio:Bring on the rest of 2016 ☺️ @VivaDelRio pic.twitter.com/FrvLyzvFFP— PAIGE...

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Unanswered Questions After WWE Draft 2016 Results

Anthony Mango - July 20, 2016

The 2016 WWE Draft has just concluded, and of course, the wrestling world is buzzing, trying to forecast which show will be better, which...

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Jim Ross Discusses The WWE Brand Extension & Split, WWE Using “Free Agents”, & More

Ryan Clark - July 18, 2016

On the latest edition of his Ross Report podcast, WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross discussed the WWE Draft and keeping it "pure", the...

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Eric Bischoff Reveals Whether He Misses Pro Wrestling, Gives Advice For The WWE Brand Extension

Ryan Clark - July 18, 2016

We reported yesterday here on eWN that Eric Bischoff was a recent guest on Jim Ross’ The Ross Report Podcast. You can check out...

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Superstars Absent from 2016 WWE Draft Eligibility List

Anthony Mango - July 17, 2016

It's the week of the 2016 WWE Draft, so get ready for an onslaught of roster-related articles not just by myself, but from everyone...

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Stephanie McMahon Discusses The WWE Brand Extension, Says Vince Was Planning It For A Long Time

Ryan Clark - July 16, 2016

Stephanie McMahon recently spoke with FOX Sports' The Wrestling Compadres Slamcast, discussing the WWE Brand Split, how long Vince McMahon had been planning it...

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Backstage Rumor – WWE To Split Up Tag-Teams During Next Week’s WWE Brand Split/Draft?

Ryan Clark - July 16, 2016

Partial Source: The Wrestling ObserverAccording to sources, WWE is planning to split up some of their "more established" tag-teams during next week's Brand Split/Draft.Although...

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Kevin Nash Discusses The WWE Brand Split & Lack Of Roster Depth, Roman Reigns, “The Club”, More

Ryan Clark - July 15, 2016

Former WWE, WCW and TNA Superstar Kevin Nash recently did an interview with Sports Illustrated and discussed the lack of roster depth going into...

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Jim Ross Blogs On WWE Not Capitalizing On Brock Lesnar’s UFC 200 Victory, WWE’s Brand Split & Draft

Ryan Clark - July 15, 2016

WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross posted a new blog at JRSBARBQ.com, discussing the WWE brand split, the lack of hype for Brock Lesnar's...

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Alberto Del Rio Plays Word Association, When He Plans To Retire, The Brand Split, More

Ryan Clark - July 12, 2016

During a recent interview with Sportskeeda in India, Alberto Del Rio discussed when he plans to retire, the WWE brand split, WWE's global expansion...

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WWE Draft 2016: Superstars Who Balance Each Other Out in Brand Split

Anthony Mango - July 12, 2016

Vince McMahon announced on this week's episode of Monday Night Raw that he's looking for Shane and Stephanie to go at it full force...

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Possible WWE Brand Split & Draft SPOILERS Revealed – Backstage Rumors

Ryan Clark - July 12, 2016

As always, WWE live event cards always feature the “card is subject to change” disclaimer. With that being said, WWE has started releasing advertisements...

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John Cena Discusses Crying Over Pat Summitt’s Death, Says Nikki Bella “Is The Love Of His Life”, More

Ryan Clark - July 10, 2016

During a recent interview with Us Weekly to promote the upcoming WWE Brand Split, WWE Superstar John Cena discussed his relationship with Nikki Bella...

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Backstage Updates On WWE Contacting Multiple Indy Talents & Former WWE Superstars

Ryan Clark - July 10, 2016

Partial Source: The Wrestling ObserverHere are the latest updated names that have been rumored to make a return for the upcoming WWE brand extension...

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Backstage Update – Has WWE Contacted Jeff Hardy, Rey Mysterio & Kurt Angle?

Ryan Clark - July 5, 2016

Partial Source: The Wrestling Observer NewsletterAlthough there have been some recent reports (started by Forbes.com) that WWE tried to contact Jeff Hardy and Rey...

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Top 10 NXT Stars to Promote to Main Roster for Brand Extension

Anthony Mango - July 4, 2016

While the first and second parts of this three-part series of articles on which superstars should help fill out the Raw and SmackDown rosters...

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Former WWE Superstars Who Should NOT Return After Brand Extension

Anthony Mango - June 29, 2016

Continuing on with this current series of examining people who could be coming back to WWE to help fill up the roster with the...

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”The Club” (Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson) Discuss The Upcoming WWE Brand Split & More – Video

Ryan Clark - June 28, 2016

The Club's Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson spoke with FOX 13 prior to yesterday's WWE RAW TV tapings. The two discussed the upcoming Brand...

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WWE Referring To Ambrose As “World Champion” Due To Brand Split?, Post-Brand Split “GM” Names?

Ryan Clark - June 28, 2016

WWE Superstar Sheamus will be appearing at the JC Penny’s at the Dadeland Mall in Miami, Florida later today (Tuesday). He will be there...

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Kurt Angle Reveals That He Will “Most Likely” Return To WWE Next Year But It Won’t Be During The Draft

Ryan Clark - June 27, 2016

During a recent interview with Sports Illustrated’s Extra Mustard, former WWE and TNA Superstar Kurt Angle discussed the recent rumors regarding him returning to...

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Trish Stratus Says The WWE Brand Split Is A Great Move, Discuses SmackDown Going Live

Ryan Clark - June 27, 2016

During a recent interview with Channel Guide Magazine, WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus discussed the upcoming WWE Brand Split, SmackDown going live and...

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Backstage WWE Brand Split & Draft News – Plans For The Women’s Division, 10+ NXT Call-Ups

Ryan Clark - June 27, 2016

Partial Source: Pwinsider.comHere are some new details on the upcoming WWE Brand Split/Draft on July 19th.The original plan for the WWE Women's Division was...

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10 Former WWE Stars Who Should Return After Brand Extension

Anthony Mango - June 25, 2016

With the upcoming brand extension, it's clear and obvious that WWE doesn't have as deep of a roster as what would be necessary to...

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Mauro Ranallo Discusses Vince McMahon, Says He Wants To Stay On SmackDown After WWE Draft

Ryan Clark - June 25, 2016

During a recent interview with Sports Illustrated, Mauro Ranallo discussed the upcoming WWE Brand Split/Draft, wanting to stay on WWE SmackDown, Vince...

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Update – The Post-WWE Draft/Brand Split Pay-Per-View Schedule Now Confirmed

Ryan Clark - June 24, 2016

UPDATE x 2: As previously reported here on eWrestlingNews.com, the WWE pay-per-view schedule will be changing following the WWE Draft and Brand Split, with...

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Kurt Angle Not Returning For The WWE Draft/Brand Split, A Future Return Still Possible?

Ryan Clark - June 24, 2016

UPDATE: Despite rumors from Forbes.com, The Wrestling Observer and multiple mainstream media outlets, Kurt Angle is not returning to WWE any time soon. WWE...

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Backstage WWE Brand Split Updates – Ex-Talents Offered Full-Time Contracts?, Tons Of NXT Call-Ups

Ryan Clark - June 24, 2016

Source: The Wrestling Observer NewsletterUPDATE: As previously reported here on eWrestlingNews.com over the past week or so, WWE has been calling numerous former Superstars...

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Backstage News – The Confirmed Names Of Former Talents That WWE Has Contacted So Far

Ryan Clark - June 23, 2016

Source: The Wrestling Observer NewsletterWe can now confirm that WWE recently contacted Kurt Angle, MVP, Carlito and Stevie Richards regarding the upcoming Brand Split...

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JTG Denies Rumors That WWE Has Contacted Him Regarding A Return To The Company

Ryan Clark - June 21, 2016

As reported here on eWrestlingNews.com over the weekend, WWE officials have reportedly been calling numerous veterans who have worked for the company in order...

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Backstage News – Finn Balor Expected To Debut On The WWE Main Roster Imminently

Ryan Clark - June 16, 2016

Source: The Wrestling ObserverAccording to sources, the main roster debut of Finn Balor is imminent. As seen on WWE NXT, Balor's main WWE roster...