John Cena has announced an annual WWE event, the John Cena Classic, arriving at WWE Backlash 2026. In a twist, fans will vote to crown the champion even if the Superstar they back loses their match. The competition will draw talent from both WWE and NXT, while Cena—now retired from in-ring action—continues shaping WWE programming.
WWE star Zelina Vega is fuming that her release became public before she could tell fans herself. Fightful first reported her exit on April 24, 2026, but Vega says she learned of it from a call from TKO. She later vented on a livestream as journalist Sean Ross Sapp argued talent was notified first.
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Chelsea Green has confirmed reports that Alba Fyre has left WWE, praising her “untapped” talent and calling it only the beginning. Fans echoed the sentiment that Fyre’s full potential never got the spotlight on the main roster. Alba also replied playfully, nodding to her former NXT persona, hinting at what could come next.
WWE has reportedly made major roster cuts after WrestleMania 42, releasing names that included Kairi Sane, Aleister Black, Zelina Vega, and members tied to the Wyatt Sicks faction. The list also reportedly includes Uncle Howdy (Bo Dallas), Nikki Cross, and Dexter Lumis, with several departures coming despite characters being involved in ongoing storylines, leaving fans stunned.
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