As WWE heads into the New Year, several exciting developments and rumors have emerged. WWE is always buzzing with new developments and backstage rumors, and January 10 is no exception. From Hulk Hogan’s future to JoJo Offerman’s potential return to AEW, to Charlotte and Becky’s imminent returns, and Cody, Roman, and Rock’s WrestleMania matches, WWE News and Rumors for January 10 has every detail. Let’s dive into the latest news surrounding your favorite Superstars!
The Rock vs Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 is “Dead”
According to Wrestling Observer Radio’s Dave Meltzer, the much-discussed match between The Rock and Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 is no longer happening. Meltzer stated that the idea is “dead” and does not appear to be in the works for the event.
The Rock vs Roman Reigns: A Possibility?
Although The Rock vs. Cody Rhodes is off the table, Meltzer did suggest that there’s still a chance for The Rock vs. Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 41. While the match isn’t currently booked, it could still happen if The Rock decides to make time for the match with Roman Reigns.
Malakai Black’s AEW Status in Question
A backstage rumor has surfaced regarding Malakai Black’s status in AEW. According to Meltzer, the rumor is that Black may no longer be with the company. Co-host Bryan Alvarez added that those in the back believe Malakai Black is indeed gone from AEW.
Alexa Bliss’ Return on the Horizon
WrestleVotes reported that Alexa Bliss’ return to WWE is imminent. A “well-placed source” has revealed that WWE Creative is working to integrate Bliss into future storylines. Merchandise and promotional materials for her return are already in development, which signals a big comeback for the popular Superstar.
Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair’s Roster Status
Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair have been added to WWE’s internal active roster. Lynch is expected to return to the Raw roster, while Flair will remain on SmackDown. This confirms their positions for upcoming storylines.
Explanation of Future Hulk Hogan’s Role in WWE News and Rumors for January 10
After receiving a less-than-welcome reception in Los Angeles at Raw’s Netflix premiere, WWE has reportedly decided to scale back Hulk Hogan’s live appearances. According to WrestleVotes, WWE will likely use Hogan for pre-taped commercials and documentary interviews, but live appearances will be less frequent moving forward.
Sources within WWE also spoke to Fightful Select, noting the company’s dissatisfaction with the negative reaction Hogan received. Despite internal warnings that boos were possible, the company is not happy that the boos became a major talking point following the show. WWE will “probably consider the context” of Hogan’s future appearances. For his part, Hogan was reportedly “surprised and disappointed” by the boos, but he brushed off the reaction.
Maria Kanellis’ AEW Contract Extension
In a follow-up to Maria Kanellis’ earlier claims, Fightful Select reported that her AEW contract was extended through the end of January 2025. Kanellis and AEW reportedly agreed on a short-term extension, keeping her with the company a little longer than originally expected.
NXT’s Impressive Viewership Numbers
NXT has been garnering impressive viewership numbers, especially on The CW network. However, Bryan Alvarez pointed out that the viewership might be inflated due to wildfire coverage in Los Angeles. The main Los Angeles CW affiliate did not air NXT and instead showed coverage of the ongoing wildfires. It remains unclear if these numbers include viewers who watched the wildfire coverage instead.
JoJo Offerman’s Potential AEW Return
JoJo Offerman, the former WWE Diva interviewer and ring announcer, may not have been done with AEW just yet. According to Fightful Select, sources within AEW believe that Offerman will be doing more with the company in the future. However, the specific role(s) she will take on remain unclear for now.
SmackDown Returning to 2-Hour Format in June
Exciting news for SmackDown fans! Wrestlenomics’ Brandon Thurston has revealed that SmackDown will be returning to a 2-hour format starting in June. This change is sure to bring some fresh dynamics to the show, but fans will have to wait until summer to see how it all unfolds.
Sting Files for “Old Man Sting” Trademark
In an interesting turn of events, Sting has filed for the trademark on “Old Man Sting.” While no further details have been revealed, this could be the beginning of a new chapter for the legendary wrestler’s character. Fans are eagerly awaiting more information on what this trademark might mean.
