Welcome to the latest edition of the WWE News Roundup, where we cover
all the exciting events in the world of sports entertainment. Today's piece
contains news revolving around Nick Khan, Karrion Kross, Bad Bunny and Shelton
Benjamin.
This week's edition of Monday Night RAW ended on a chaotic note as The
Bloodline attacked Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn and Matt Riddle after their victory
over The Judgment Day. Latino World Order also soon got involved, resulting in
an all-out brawl.
#5. Shelton Benjamin teased The Hurt Business
reunion
Earlier this year, there were rumors of Triple H reforming The Hurt
Business. The same was teased during multiple segments over the weeks. However,
the plan was reportedly dropped a while ago.
After a chaotic ending to this week's RAW, Shelton Benjamin teased the
return of the popular faction to restore some order.
"I wonder who could bring some order to all this mayhem," he wrote.
I Know Who Can 😈 pic.twitter.com/AoFz0qOfEm
— Zay (@KingdomSzo) April 18, 2023
#4. WWE CEO Nick Khan hinted at "aggressive" cuts after the UFC merger
WWE recently made the sale to Endeavor official, following which it was
revealed that the organization will be merging with UFC in the coming time.
During a recent interview, Nick Khan hinted that
some of the office staff could be let go following the merger.
"If you look at what Endeavor was able to take out, cost-wise, from UFC in 2016 or shortly after that deal was done, we have the same expectation here. We think 50 (million) is a really conservative number. We have integration teams now, we're going to get those in shape, I think we'll have a better sense of it in a month or two. We're going to be pretty aggressive with them to make sure that, for our shareholders and for our company, our organization is as lean and mean as possible, and we're going to rely on the Endeavor flywheel to make up the rest."
WWE Expected To Make "Aggressive Cuts" Following Merger With UFC
— Covalent TV (@TheCovalentTV) April 18, 2023
Nick Khan told LightShed Partners:
"If you look at what Endeavor was able to take out, cost-wise, from UFC in 2016 or shortly after that deal was done, we have the same expectation here. We think 50 (million) is… pic.twitter.com/fPSCmaMDdl
The WWE CEO, however, assured that they won't be making any changes to TV
programming and that decision will rest with Triple H and Kevin Dunn.
#3. Bad Bunny set to return to WWE next week
Bad Bunny has been embroiled in a feud between The Judgment Day and Rey
Mysterio since he helped the veteran defeat Dominik Mysterio at WrestleMania
39.
The following night on RAW, the music artist was chokeslammed through a commentary table by Damian Priest. Bunny was rushed to a local medical facility and it was revealed that he may have possibly injured his shoulder.
“Bad Bunny makes a lot of good song, but when Damian Priest put him through the table that was music to my ears”
— Uncle Drew (@WEST0NR0AD) April 11, 2023
DOMINIK IS SAVAGE LMAOOO#WWERaw pic.twitter.com/0q2QyrCMV2
Following the attack, Bad Bunny is set to return to TV programming on the red brand next week. There has been speculation about the megastar competing at the Backlash event and the wheels for the same could be set in motion next week.
#2. Goldberg addresses his future after leaving WWE
Goldberg was last seen inside the squared circle in 2022 when he was defeated by Roman Reigns at Elimination Chamber. The veteran's contract reportedly expired a few months ago and he is now a free agent.
Say what u want about Goldberg but he has one of the greatest entrances in WWE. pic.twitter.com/OP0X3SKjNS
— Great Embian (@alexbaraza_) April 17, 2023
During a recent interview, the former Universal Champion stated that his
character deserves a proper send-off, adding that he could very well do a world
tour and promote it himself.
#1. Bayley posts a cryptic tweet
Fans have been concerned about Bayley's booking over the last few weeks. Amid all the speculation, the RAW star posted a cryptic update, stating that "she's sick of the chase and but hungry for blood."
I am sick of the chase, but I’m hungry for blood
— Bayley (@itsBayleyWWE) April 17, 2023
The Role Model recently teased the break up of Damage CTRL and her post could be regarding the same.