Dave Meltzer

Lesnar’s secret WWE deal that may nix the Cormier bout

WWE insider Dave Meltzer of MMAFighting has potentially uncovered a deal between Brock Lesnar and WWE that could squash his planned fight with heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier. Here’s what he is reporting… With Reigns out, Lesnar got a new offer from (Vince) McMahon to replace Reigns as his top singles champion. Lesnar agreed secretly to … Read more

Meltzer under fire from Twitter warriors over comments

On August 9th of this year two of the most respected insiders in the business of pro wrestling made some comments that have lit a fire in some drama addicts. In this day of recreational anger nothing goes without scrutiny including said comments. Here’s the exchange that Meltzer and Alvarez had on Wrestling Observer Radio. … Read more

Heavy secrecy around world title match at SummerSlam, possible reasons

WWE has a rare shroud of secrecy surrounding SummerSlam, specifically the outcome of the main event. The match is a fatal four-way for the universal championship involving Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, Samoa Joe, and Braun Strowman. Dave Meltzer is reporting that Brock Lesnar knows the current plan because it is in his contract that he is … Read more

Meltzer shoots down CM Punk wrestling return rumors

Master of the wrestling dirt sheets Dave Meltzer rebutted reports of a CM Punk wrestling return. The response came after word leaked that Ring of Honor wanted him to return to work for the promotion. Punk has been essentially invisible since getting decimated by Mickey Gall in his first UFC appearance. Here’s what Dave reported: … Read more

Impact wrestling paying fans in India?!

Impact Wrestling filmed in India last week and according to insider Dave Meltzer’s Wrestling Observer Newsletter it was a little shady. Reportedly fans were paid 250-400 rupees just for attending the event. The  500 people there were also told who to cheer and who to boo and they even choreographed the wave. WTF Impact?  We’ve … Read more