Daily Update
Latest News
- QT Marshall has stepped forward to defend Steven Borden following recent criticism from Eric Bischoff.
- Exclusive analysis: Dave Meltzer’s weekly breakdown of WWE Raw ratings and viewership trends.
- TNA Wrestling has announced a schedule adjustment for the upcoming Bound for Glory 2026 event.
- WWE has confirmed Roman Reigns’ appearance on the next edition of Monday Night Raw.
- Viewership metrics for WWE Raw’s debut on Netflix for the September 28, 2026 broadcast are now in.
- WWE NXT has unveiled its brand-new opening theme song, signaling a fresh era for the brand.
- Tony Khan expressed immediate enthusiasm for his new role, stating he already “loves working for Skydance” on his first day.
- Booker T recounts how he “almost” partnered with Bad Bunny for a high-profile match at WWE WrestleMania 37.
- Global interest in AEW Dynamite has surged by 20 percent year-over-year, with search traffic in Mexico showing a significant spike.
- Big Vinny V analyzes whether WWE has abandoned its strategy of counter-programming against AEW.
- Rush remains unfazed by his current absence from AEW, declaring himself the “happiest man in the world.”
Latest Audio
- WOL: A deep dive into the NXT vs. Dynamite rivalry, comprehensive Raw reports, and updates on WrestleMania dates.
- WOR: Detailed Raw analysis, the impact of Skydance changes, Grand Slam France recap, and a tribute to Pac.
- DragonKingKarl: Exploring the history and legacy of the death of William Muldoon.
Latest YouTube Video
This Week’s Wrestling Observer Newsletter
- October 5, 2026 Observer Newsletter: PAC passes away, incredible AEW tribute show, full All Out review & ratings
Among the topics covered:
- An in-depth look at the life and career of Benjamin “Pac” Satterley, tracing his origins, career highlights, life outside the ring, and the emotional tribute show.
- Complete coverage of AEW All Out, including the Borden injury, the story behind Ospreay vs. Moxley, early PPV numbers, and the head-to-head battle in Chicago.
- Preview notes on the upcoming Money in the Bank and AEW Dynasty shows, analyzing the overall interest level for both events.
- Full coverage of WWE Worlds Collide, including the decision on airing the show, YouTube live-streaming numbers against AEW, and match quality reviews.
- Complete coverage of New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s Destruction in Kobe event.
- Updates on the Keanu Carver legal case.
- An analysis of whether Dominic DeNucci deserves induction into the Hall of Fame.
- A retrospective on the heavily underrated career of Babe Face and his major drawing matches.
- The most detailed ratings analysis of all major wrestling shows from the past week, excluding Dynamite.
- CMLL breaks an all-time professional wrestling attendance record.
- Report on a famous wrestling arena closing its doors permanently.
- A somber look at the wave of wrestling industry deaths this week.
- Recap of a major mask vs. mask match that took place recently.
- A comprehensive look at advanced ticket sales for upcoming WWE, AEW, TNA, and other major promotions.
- Coverage of a wrestling company celebrating 30 years in existence with a star-studded show.
- Details on the completed deal for Paramount to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery.
- Health updates regarding Turki Alalshikh.
- Analysis of the public friction between Dana White and Eddie Hearn.
- UFC insights on Dana White being checked out for this week’s show.
- Updates on the ongoing WWE and Saudi Arabia partnership shows.
- What Ari Emanuel revealed when asked about potential buyers for TKO.
Tuesday Update
WWE
- John Cena’s highly anticipated new film, ‘Matchbox,’ held its world premiere screening Monday night at AMC Lincoln Square in New York City, officially launching on Apple TV this Friday.
- Cena is set to appear on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon tonight to promote the film’s release.
- Liv Morgan is scheduled to appear on ‘Hot Ones’ this Thursday, building momentum ahead of this weekend’s Money in the Bank premium live event.
- Raquel Rodriguez will join Chris Van Vliet for a live interview this Friday.
- The WWE Vault has added several classic matches, including Randy Savage defending the WWE title against Andre the Giant in an April 1988 dark match, Braun Strowman vs. Bray Wyatt from Money in the Bank 2020, a compilation of Rey Mysterio and Big Show team-ups, and a Money in the Bank qualifying battle royal from the June 16, 2014 edition of Raw.
AEW & Other Wrestling
- AEW’s pre-sale for the Dynamite Holiday Bash event begins Monday, October 12.
- Clark Connors celebrates his birthday today.
- Maple Leaf Pro has made the Adam Copeland merchandise collection available for a limited time.
- TNA is offering discounted tickets for Bound for Glory this Sunday.
- Daria Rae has joined the cast of the upcoming film Lazarus Syndrome, starring alongside Tara Reid and Al Sapienza. The synopsis of the film reads: “Lazarus Syndrome follows a detective who is nearly killed during a botched drug raid. After surviving, he begins experiencing unexplained changes such as heightened instincts, fractured memories and a growing suspicion that his survival came at a cost.”
- Xia Brookside has marked 100 days as the Knockouts Champion.
- MLW announced that its Saturday Night SuperFight event on November 7 in Chicago has officially sold out.
- NJPW has announced a collaboration with the upcoming ‘Street Fighter’ movie ahead of King of Pro Wrestling this weekend, with Hirooki Goto playing E. Honda in the film.
- Gail Kim has launched her new podcast titled Getting Over.
- Cheeseburger is set to appear for GCW on November 14 and 15.
