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John Cena breaks silence on WWE Backlash role; teases ‘history-making news’

After the venue for the upcoming WWE Backlash 2026 spoiled John Cena’s role, the WrestleMania 42 host confirmed the reports and teased “history-making news” he has to share. Cena confirmed the reports on X, formerly Twitter, during the morning of Monday, May 4, 2026, just five days before Backlash takes place. “It’s official! I’m heading […] The post John Cena breaks silence on WWE Backlash role; teases ‘history-making news’ appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why WWE New Day’s Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods were released

Details surrounding the sudden exit of New Day’s Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods have been revealed, and it appears they might’ve been the latest releases by WWE. In the wake of their exits, Bryan Alvarez noted that it was the New Day’s decision to leave WWE. Alvarez noted that “they were asked to restructure” their […] The post Why WWE New Day’s Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods were released appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE Raw Preview: 2 Matches and 2 Contract Signings Announced for May 4, 2026

This week’s episode of WWE Raw emanates at the CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska. It’s the Backlash go-home edition of Raw, with two contract signings and two matches announced among other things.Some of the advertised WWE Superstars for show are Roman Reigns, CM Punk, Logan Paul, Liv Morgan, Becky Lynch and Stephanie Vaquer.But with […] The post WWE Raw Preview: 2 Matches and 2 Contract Signings Announced for May 4, 2026 appeared first on HEAVY.

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Graphic warning: Ex-WWE Star Carmella shares first picture since eye surgery

A former WWE Superstar and women’s champion, Carmella, recently underwent successful eye surgery. Also known as Leah Van Dale and WWE Commentator Corey Graves’ wife, Carmella, has now shared an update following the surgery. Since leaving WWE in 2023, Carmella has not wrestled a single match. A mother of two, Carmella also developed drop foot, […] The post Graphic warning: Ex-WWE Star Carmella shares first picture since eye surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE News Roundup: Female star forced to leave the company, Superstars react to personal update from Bayley, Alexa Bliss makes an announcement – Sportskeeda

WWE News Roundup: Female star forced to leave the company, Superstars react to personal update from Bayley, Alexa Bliss makes an announcement  Sportskeeda

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AJ Styles was ‘a little confused’ by Kairi Sane’s shocking WWE release

Just days after the successful conclusion of the 2026 WWE WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, Nevada, fans received the shocking news of WWE’s roster cut. Several LFG, NXT, and main-roster Superstars were let go, including Aleister Black, Zelina Vega, Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, and even Kairi Sane. While Kingston and Woods were granted their release […] The post AJ Styles was ‘a little confused’ by Kairi Sane’s shocking WWE release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE Backlash 2026 receives John Cena boost after WrestleMania hosting gig

After his first WrestleMania hosting gig, WWE icon John Cena isn’t finished, as he will return for the upcoming 2026 Backlash PLE in Tampa, Florida. Benchmark International Arena, the venue that Backlash will take place in, advertised that Cena “returns to Tampa” for the show. While his role isn’t specified, it’s likely going to be […] The post WWE Backlash 2026 receives John Cena boost after WrestleMania hosting gig appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The real reason WWE’s Roman Reigns was pulled from planned June appearances

After proclaiming that he was going to be “full-time” for the summer, it might be a little while before WWE fans see Roman Reigns following his Backlash match against Jacob Fatu on May 9. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer reports that Reigns isn’t scheduled for the company’s next PLE in Saudi Arabia, Night of […] The post The real reason WWE’s Roman Reigns was pulled from planned June appearances appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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John Cena Advertised for WWE Backlash 2026 Appearance

After hosting WrestleMania 42, John Cena is seemingly set to make an appearance at Backlash on May in Tampa, Florida.The official website of the Benchmark International Arena, the venue for Backlash, is advertising Cena’s return.“WWE RETURNS TAMPA WITH THE FIRST PREMIUM LIVE EVENT AFTER WRESTLEMANIA 42! JOHN CENA RETURNS TO TAMPA AT BACKLASH!” the advertisement […] The post John Cena Advertised for WWE Backlash 2026 Appearance appeared first on HEAVY.

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