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The Bloodline remains unstoppable. Ronda Rousey becomes SmackDown Women's Champion. Cody Rhodes uses Seth Rollins tactics against him and Edge goes over AJ Styles yet again thanks to the newest member of his Judgement Day stable, Rhea Ripley. So much to dive into from WrestleMania Backlash as well as looking ahead to what's in store for the Summer of 2022 in WWE.

NXT Spring Breakin' was a win for the good guys! Literally, all of the faces won including both NXT and North American champions retaining their titles. However, a heel tactic was put to use when Roderick Strong interfered to give The Creed Brothers the assist over The Viking Raiders. What will happen to Diamond Mine going forward? In other news, next week will feature plenty of women's wrestling on NXT which is a breath of fresh air! Let's run it back. 

Roderick Strong asks for his release from NXT. Ember Moon (Athena) shares interesting details regarding her departure from WWE/NXT during her exclusive interview with Chris Van Vliet. I also cover the recent NXT releases that were announced on Friday. Last but not least, I give you Pat's Predictions ahead of tonight's 5 match card for NXT Spring Breakin'!!!

On April 25th 2002, Randy Orton made his WWE debut! In addition to celebrating two decades of greatness for The Viper, I will also be going over what took place on Monday Night Raw and NXT 2.0 this week. Including the much anticipated return of Asuka, Mustafa Ali and former Raw Women's Champion, Becky Lynch. Ezekiel continues to make his presence felt. Veer Mahaan decimates his opponent yet again. Will Rhea and Ciampa join Judgement Day? NXT Spring Breakin' makes a splash next Tuesday and this Mother's Day we get to enjoy more rematches at WrestleMania Backlash. Let's dive into some topics! 

Start your week off the right way and tune in to hear all the latest WWE news, especially the recent main roster call ups, the WWE newlyweds and what the future holds for both Cody Rhodes and the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns and his Bloodline. In addition I mention some matches I would like to see take place at this years SummerSlam.

Stone Cold Steve Austin wins his first official match since 2003!
The American Nightmare Cody Rhodes returns to WWE after 6 years. Your Tribal Chief becomes the Champion of Champions. Sasha Banks receives her first WrestleMania moment while earning gold alongside Naomi plus Bianca Belair exacts revenge on Becky Lynch by becoming Raw Women's Champion. Elias's "younger brother" Ezekiel debuts on Raw and we finally see the long awaited return of Veer Mahaan! So much to cover on this episode but I promise you, you won't want to miss a minute of it!

We have our sights set on a winner take all match between Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar. AJ Styles goes one on one with Edge and there's a very good chance that we'll see new women's tag team champions when all is said and done. Can Sami Zayn overcome Johnny Knoxville and the cast of Jackass? Will Austin Theory continue his hot streak after recently beating the Intercontinental and United States champions? Let's tackle night two of WrestleMania right now! 

WrestleMania Night One is upon us. Join Pat and Justin as they discuss all matches that will be taking place on Saturday, April 2nd at AT&T Stadium. Both women's championships are on the line as Ronda and Bianca look to capture gold. Does Cody Rhodes return to WWE after 6 years? Will Stone Cold Steve Austin open up a can of whoop ass in the great state of Texas? Oh hell yeah!! We're in for a good one folks so sit back, relax,  and grab a cold one! 

The Road to WrestleMania is beginning to take shape after Saturdays Elimination Chamber.  We'll witness a winner take all match between Lesnar and Reigns. Bianca Belair earned a Raw Women's Championship opportunity vs Becky Lynch. What will the tag title and mid card title scene look like at Mania? Bobby Lashley is reportedly out of action for a few months and Cody Rhodes was spotted in Orlando this weekend. Oh yeah, and Lita still got it! 40 days until WrestleMania... Are You Ready?

Live from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia it's WWE Elimination Chamber! Pat's Predictions for today are on the way and I will also cover SmackDown and AEW Rampage. All the latest regarding the Cody Rhodes situation plus The Undertaker is WWE Hall of Fame bound! From Bobby to Becky, Roman to Ronda, The Miz and Mysterio, Doudrop, Bianca! Let's dive in...