Topping today’s news is a report from Portland, Oregon, where a man described by a neighbor as a former wrestler has been arrested. According to CBS affiliate KOIN 6, police responded to a possible shooting at 6000 SE 100th Avenue, where officers encountered a man who had not cooperated and may have been armed. After a standoff, the man was detained, and officers found a deceased woman inside the home. The suspect has been identified as former WWE star Billy Jack Haynes.
Haynes, who wrestled in the WWF between 1986 and 1988, competed at WrestleMania 3. The circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation, but the wrestling community is shocked by this tragic turn of events.
**Is WWE Changing WrestleMania 40 Main Event?**
Speculation is rife about the main event of WrestleMania 40, with conflicting reports emerging. According to Dave Meltzer, there is confusion within WWE about the main event, with different people having different ideas. While it appears unlikely to be The Rock versus Roman Reigns, the storyline remains unpredictable.
Last week’s segment on SmackDown added to the intrigue, with Cody seemingly granting The Rock a world title shot earned by winning the Royal Rumble. WWE seems to be deliberately keeping fans guessing, hinting at a potential internal power struggle storyline.
**The Rock’s Return Scheduled for 16th February SmackDown**
Fans eagerly anticipate The Rock’s return to WWE TV, scheduled for the 16th February episode of SmackDown. The Great One, who is an active member of TKO Holdings’ board of directors, is set to appear alongside Roman Reigns. While a confrontation with Triple H is anticipated, it’s unlikely to happen in the ring due to Triple H’s health issues.
**More Allegations Emerge Concerning Vince McMahon**
Disturbing allegations continue to surface concerning WWE chairman Vince McMahon. Vice News reports a previously unpublished statement from former WWE wrestler Ashley Massaro, who alleged that McMahon sexually preyed on female wrestlers. Massaro claimed she was punished for rejecting his advances by being given bad scripts intended to destroy her reputation.
These allegations add to the ongoing controversy surrounding McMahon and raise questions about the corporate culture within WWE.
**Brock Lesnar Scrubbed from WWE Opening**
In a clear sign of WWE’s efforts to distance itself from Brock Lesnar, the company has removed him from the opening intro of WWE programming. This follows reports of Lesnar’s removal from promotional material for the upcoming WWE 2K24 game. The decision to scrub Lesnar from WWE’s branding suggests a significant shift in the company’s direction.
**Injured NXT Superstar Back in Action**
Good news for NXT fans as injured superstar Sarray returns to action at a recent NXT live event. Sarray, who was sidelined with a torn ACL, is poised to make a comeback and potentially challenge for the NXT Women’s Tag Team Championship.
**New Tag Team Taking Over?**
The WWE introduces a new tag team in Ashante “The Adonis” and Cedric Alexander. The duo promises to shake up the SmackDown tag team division, offering both wrestlers a chance to shine and elevate their careers.
That wraps up today’s edition of Wrestle Lamia, covering the latest from the wrestling world. Stay tuned for more updates and subscribe to our channel for all the wrestling content you need!