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Yesterday on Twitter, WWE Superstar Sami Zayn announces the launch of a new mobile clinic in Sami for Syria. In 2017, the Syrian-Canadian superstar launched the “Sami for Syria” campaign, alongside the Syrian American Medical Society. The 2017 campaign was ultimately successful, funding the operation of a mobile clinic for 1 year, aiding 11,000 people. https://twitter.com/SamiZayn/status/1281388953338294272?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1281388953338294272%7Ctwgr%5E&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wrestlinginc.com%2Fnews%2F2020%2F07%2Fsami-zayn-sami-for-syria-mobile-clinic-arrives-photo-672282%2F Zayn launched this second campaign in the summer of 2019, in response to the escalating violence in Syria. Aggressors in Northwestern Syria targeted medical facilities, often destroying them entirely. As such, access to medical care became scarce and often dangerous. “A mobile clinic will…

According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Major League Wrestling has denied Brian Pillman Jr’s request for release. Pillman has had his eyes on joining AEW since 2019 when he participated in the original Casino Battle Royale. He appeared on AEW Dark earlier this week, losing to Shawn Spears in a very close match. Judging from statements released by MLW and Pillman himself, his contract does not forbid him to work for AEW while under contract. Pillman spoke a bit about this in an interview with Louis Dangoor of WrestleTalk – “I think what happened with the COVID-19 pandemic was [MLW]…

In a statement earlier today, Irish indie promotion Over The Top Wrestling announced a number of staff and policy changes. Firstly, OTT has appointed Anne O’Brien as new head of talent relations. She will be the designated contact for wrestlers experiencing issues within the industry. Anne O’Brien will also be working with their OTT training schools to ensure they remain a safe space for trainees. OTT selected Anne for her 20 years of experience in the industry. Over The Top has also put in place a new board of members, consisting of a number of wrestlers and trainers. On the…

The road to Slammiversary has been a bumpy one. The twists and turns have come from both in-ring action and real-world scandal. With two episodes left before one of the biggest events on the IMPACT Wrestling calendar, we still don’t know what the main event will look like. But anything can happen in the world of pro wrestling, and it usually does. Given all the talent WWE released back in April, and all the teasing on IMPACT!, we’re still in for some big surprises next Saturday at Slammiversary. Here’s what you can expect tomorrow night on the special 9:00 edition…

On June 3rd, Necro Butcher announced on social media that he has stage 3 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. The legendary deathmatch wrestler was characteristically flippant about the news. “Finally got that elusive diagnosis,” he said in the announcement. “Stage 3 Hodgkins. it was taking forever, multiple biopsies and procedures. I might be that happiest guy ever to hear he has cancer.” _______________ Rumors about Necro Butcher’s health came about after his last match for ICW No Holds Barred in January. The 46-year-old hardcore icon appeared far older and more emaciated than a man his age should be. Doctors have scheduled Necro…

Many wrestlers under contract with WWE have become concerned about the company’sIt handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to this report from Sean Ross Sapp, WWE hasn’t given employees an answer for how many tests they performed. Additionally, WWE has not given the names of any wrestlers who have tested positive. WWE reported their first confirmed COVID-19 case in mid-April this year. The company did not reveal the employee’s identity but did confirm they were a non-wrestling personality. In a statement released to Pro Wrestling Sheet, WWE said the employee entered quarantine shortly after testing positive. Just last week, we…

The road to Slammiversary is long and filled with many twists and turns. This time last week, things were gearing up for a 5-way elimination main event for the IMPACT World Championship. Now, challenger Michael Elgin and champion Tessa Blanchard are no longer with IMPACT Wrestling, along with Joseph P. Ryan and Dave Crist. Still, IMPACT forges ever onward, determined to deliver a quality product on July 18th. What will Slammiversary look like? We’ll find out Tuesday night! This is Brace For IMPACT for 6/30/20. TJP & Fallah Bahh vs Reno Scum When Trey Miguel was attacked by a mystery…

According to reports from PWInsider, IMPACT Wrestling have come to terms on the release of Michael Elgin. According to the press release, Elgin will not be appearing in any further IMPACT Wrestling content. IMPACT removed Elgin from their roster page, and they are no longer selling his merchandise through their store. IMPACT Wrestling suspended Michael Elgin on June 22nd after #SpeakingOut uncovered a number of allegations against him. At the same time, they announced they had terminated the contracts of Joey Ryan and Dave Crist. In the press release issued that day, IMPACT stated he would remain suspended until they…

WWE has come to terms on the release of NXT UK Superstars Ligero & Travis Banks. This decision puts an end to the speculation over how WWE would respond to allegations uncovered by the #SpeakingOut movement. Banks and Ligero (real name Simon Musk) join Jack Gallagher, who WWE released on June 19th. WWE released all three men over allegations of sexual misconduct. Banks issued a statement via his twitter in response to the allegations. In the statement he explains the relationship he had with a former trainee, who was 17 at the time. The former trainee alleges Banks used his…

In a stunning blow to indie wrestling fans of the mid-2000s, CHIKARA Pro is closing is doors. Owner and founder Mike Quackenbush made the decision in response to the allegations against himself and others within the company announces CHIKARAs closure. He has also resigned as head trainer at The Wrestle Factory. Quackenbush made the announcement himself on twitter June 24th. https://twitter.com/MikeQuackenbush/status/1275941688960266246?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1275941688960266246%7Ctwgr%5E&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwrestlingheadlines.com%2Fmike-quackenbush-confirms-the-end-of-chikara%2F This announcement comes after several former employees came forward about the patterns of toxic behaviour within the company as part of the #SpeakingOut movement. The allegations paint a picture of Quackenbush leading a workplace where misogyny, homophobia, and…