The Wrestling World is Buzzing with Secrets and Surprises! But here's where it gets controversial... What's really going on behind the scenes in the world of professional wrestling? From mysterious absences to behind-the-scenes deals, the rumor mill is churning faster than ever. Let’s dive into today’s hottest whispers, but remember—these are just rumors, not confirmed facts. Take them with a grain of salt and check out our weekly Rumor Look Back for accuracy updates (https://www.cagesideseats.com/rumor-look-back).
Today’s Headliners:
Andrade’s AEW Enigma: In a recent Fightful Select Q&A (http://fightfulselect.com/), Sean Ross Sapp revealed that sources close to Andrade claim the Mexican star is in “good spirits” despite being pulled from AEW shows and TV appearances (https://www.cagesideseats.com/rumor-round-up/389990/rumor-roundup-oct-15-2025-seth-rollins-plans-wwe-changes-def-rebel-ishowspeed-more). While Sapp confirms Andrade is signed with AEW, the reason for his absence remains a mystery. One insider hints it’s not solely AEW’s or Andrade’s fault—but what’s the real story? And this is the part most people miss: Could there be a bigger, unspoken issue at play? Share your theories below!
AEW’s Scrapped Performance Center: Did you know AEW almost opened its own training facility in Asheville, North Carolina (https://www.cagesideseats.com/aew/2025/1/1/24333527/aew-dynamite-live-results-north-carolina-hurricane-relief-first-max-streaming-worlds-end-fallout)? Plans were so advanced that Sting’s son, Steven Borden (https://www.cagesideseats.com/aew/387389/sting-son-steven-borden-first-match-video-darby-allin-killer-kross-nyc-art-exhibit), was set to train there. However, the project was shelved due to high costs. But here’s the twist: With FTR and Adam & Beth Copeland (https://www.cagesideseats.com/aew/2024/10/8/24265442/adam-copeland-reveals-tony-khan-donate-starlink-helene-search-efforts-north-carolina-aew) lined up as coaches, could AEW revisit this idea in the future? Let us know your thoughts!
Ridge Holland’s Contract Drama: According to Wrestling Observer (https://www.f4wonline.com/), Ridge Holland’s last WWE deal was for “NXT money.” Fightful (https://www.fightful.com/) adds that his main roster contract expired in 2024, and he accepted a one-year extension for $200K less. Worse yet, he wasn’t paid extra for the TNA show where he was injured (https://www.cagesideseats.com/tna/386392/wwe-nxt-wrestler-confirms-injury-reports-is-headed-to-surgery), leaving WWE to cover his rehab costs. The burning question: Was this a fair deal, or did Holland get the short end of the stick? Sound off in the comments!
WWE’s Elimination Chamber Plans: Wrestlenomics (https://wrestlenomics.com/) confirms WWE is eyeing February 28 in Chicago for next year’s Elimination Chamber event (https://www.cagesideseats.com/rumor-round-up/389586/rumor-roundup-oct-13-2025-wwe-cuts-triple-h-criticism-elimination-chamber-plan-aj-styles-more). What surprises will the chamber hold this time? Share your predictions!
WWE’s New ID Program: WWE teased on social media (https://x.com/WWE/status/1978566557258190987) that new ID program prospects are “coming soon” (https://www.cagesideseats.com/wwe/389008/potential-bloodline-member-nxt-titleholder-evolve-gm-among-numerous-wwe-departures). Who could be joining the ranks? Speculate away!
BJ Ray’s Attitude Issues: On his Hall of Fame podcast (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGc8CGmXEo0), Booker T revealed that BJ Ray’s off-camera behavior mirrored his on-screen persona: “You can’t be that way.” The debate: Was Ray’s release justified, or was he misunderstood? Weigh in below!
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