🔥 WWE Chaos Erupts! Rikishi Blasts Booking, Gunther Defies Cena Backlash, Rey Mysterio Steps In & AEW’s Next Generation Rises
WWE and AEW fans were hit with a whirlwind of shocking moments this week — and the reactions behind the scenes are just as explosive as what we saw on TV. From Rikishi questioning WWE’s creative decisions involving his own son, to Gunther brushing off locker-room heat after making John Cena tap out, here’s everything you need to know — with the real emotions behind the headlines.
😡 Rikishi Questions WWE’s Booking After Solo Sikoa’s Loss
The Last Time Is Now Tournament delivered plenty of action, but not everyone was thrilled with how things played out.
GUNTHER defeated Solo Sikoa in the semi-finals before going on to win the tournament — a victory that ultimately led to John Cena’s retirement at Saturday Night’s Main Event. While fans praised the in-ring performance, Rikishi had mixed feelings.
On his Off The Top podcast, the WWE Hall of Famer applauded both men for pulling off a high-quality match — especially as two heels with no storyline buildup.
“That was an A+ match. It’s hard for two heels to go out there and make it work… seeing my son test himself against another heel made me proud.”
But Rikishi didn’t hold back when it came to WWE’s creative direction.
“Why put a guy with momentum in a match just to move someone else to the next level? Was there really nobody else?”
His words echo a growing fan sentiment: Is WWE wasting Solo Sikoa’s momentum?
🦂 AEW’s Big Plans for Sting’s Son? Tony Khan Is Impressed
Over in AEW, a new legacy quietly began.
Before Dynamite: Winter Is Coming went live, Steven Borden — Sting’s son — made his in-ring debut, defeating Kiran Grey in a dark match. The crowd reaction was overwhelmingly positive, and insiders say this may be just the beginning.
Sources suggest AEW expects Borden to be under contract soon — if he isn’t already.
AEW President Tony Khan couldn’t hide his excitement:
“I thought he was excellent. Very exciting in my opinion.”
With natural presence and confidence in the ring, Sting’s legacy may be continuing sooner than anyone expected.
🤕 Injury Forces Major Change: Rey Mysterio Steps In
An unfortunate injury has shaken up upcoming plans.
Penta suffered a shoulder injury during his tournament match against Solo Sikoa after landing awkwardly on a hurricanrana attempt. While early updates were optimistic, Penta has now confirmed he’ll miss AAA Guerra de Titanes.
The silver lining? Rey Mysterio is stepping in.
The WWE Hall of Famer will now team with Rey Fenix to face “Dirty” Dominik Mysterio and El Grande Americano, ensuring the blockbuster match still delivers star power.
😈 Gunther Responds to WWE Backstage Backlash After Cena Tap-Out
Making John Cena tap out was bound to cause shockwaves — and Gunther knows it.
Appearing on TMZ’s Inside The Ring, the Ring General admitted that not everyone backstage was happy with how Cena’s final match ended. But sympathy? Not his concern.
“I know a lot of people weren’t happy. That’s fine. If anyone has an issue, I’m easy to find.”
Gunther revealed he avoided the locker room entirely after the match, choosing not to engage with Cena’s close friends or longtime peers.
“When the damage is done, you leave. No reason to soak in it.”
He also made it clear that popularity backstage has never mattered to him.
“I do my work and go home. What people think doesn’t change anything for me.”
Love him or hate him, Gunther is fully embracing his role as WWE’s most ruthless force — and he’s not backing down.
💣 Final Take
From Rikishi calling out WWE, to Gunther standing tall amid controversy, and AEW quietly building its future, wrestling right now is anything but predictable. One thing’s clear: the fallout from John Cena’s final chapter is only just beginning.
