Partial Source: The Wrestling Observer Newsletter
» Vince McMahon is currently on a youth kick, which has resulted in Finlay being phased out as an active performer. He’ll still, however, work the occasional house show. He will also maintain his backstage agent/producer role. After a lengthy period of inactivity, Finlay returned to the ring during a 26-man battle royal at WrestleMania XXVI. He has not appeared in the ring since.
» Shad Gaspard’s girlfriend gave birth to the couples’ first son last Thursday.
» Batista has been filmed training at the Affliction gym, which led to rumors that he’d be crossing over to MMA. While Batista is a big fan of MMA, it’s highly unlikely that he would cross over considering that he is in his lower forties and has no combat sports background.
Batista meeting w/ UFC this Friday – Dana White confirms this!
Weekend Roundup: Drew McIntyre WWE Absence Update, Angel Garza Underwent Wrist Surgery, Montez Ford Frustrated with WWE Career, Samoa Joe AEW Absence Update, Shota Umino Challenges Jon Moxley, Indies
Various: Ricochet vs. Zack Sabre Jr. Set for AEW x NJPW Wrestle Dynasty, Mark Henry Worked on Dark Side of the Ring Episode Based on Tony Atlas, Indies
WWE: Ava to Make “Special Announcement” at 11/6 NXT Show, Baron Corbin Thanks Fans Following WWE Departure, Gunther vs. Goldberg Match Plans Update
