— Ryback said during his appearance on Steve Austin’s audio podcast that his contract is set to expire next year. Ryback mentioned when the two were discussing WWE stars having tour buses; he said he didn’t have one but mentioned it during his latest negotiations.
— Despite a previous report to the contrary, CM Punk is in the Undertaker: 25 Years of The Deadman commemorative magazine. Punk is mentioned on page 127 of the magazine in the discussion of The Streak.
Various: Mustafa Ali on Him Not Working In Actual Talent Scout/Recruit Role For TNA & Just Recommends Indies Names To The Company Instead, Dark Side of the Ring Ratings for 8/11, Indies/Misc.
WWE SmackDown Results – Aug. 21, 2026 – Giulia vs. Blake Monroe, CM Punk vs. Kevin Owens
Darby Allin on His “Body Was So Depleted” After WWE World Title Win, His Goal To “Lead By Example” in AEW Following Sting’s Influence on Him, Mindset Some Wrestlers Had When Signing With AEW Being “Some People Were Taking It For Granted”, & More
