• Ridge Holland’s Comments About His Mortgage Triggered WWE Firing
Ridge Holland was released by WWE just nine days before his contract was set to expire. The company terminated his deal after he made multiple social media posts expressing frustration about being left in financial trouble following his injury and WWE’s decision not to renew his contract.
According to the Wrestling Observer, WWE officials were unhappy with Holland’s public remarks, particularly his claim that he won’t be able to pay his mortgage. The company reportedly viewed his public criticism of their actions as a breach of contract.
While the firing only cost the former NXT Tag Team Champion one or two weeks of pay – as he wasn’t scheduled to be paid beyond mid-November – WWE seemingly wanted to “send a message” that speaking negatively about them could lead to immediate consequences.
WWE officials also felt that Holland should have expected his release based on how things played out last year, and that he should have planned his finances accordingly.
Earlier today, WWE moved Ridge Holland to the Alumni section on their website.
• Logan Paul Takes A Shot At CM Punk’s UFC Record
After losing to John Cena at Clash In Paris, Logan Paul returned on this week’s episode of WWE RAW to go after the new World Heavyweight Champion, CM Punk. He initially helped The Best In The World against The Vision, but turned on him in the main event by taking him out with brass knuckles.
During his latest vlog on YouTube, Paul explained why he wants the World Heavyweight Championship. The former United States Champion took a shot at Punk’s unsuccessful run as an MMA fighter, while hyping himself up as a credible contender.
“My theory is, if a guy who is 0-2 in the UFC has that title, and I beat Floyd Mayweather, why can’t I get that title? That’s why I’m here.”
Logan Paul is expected to team up with Bron Breakker and “Big” Bronson Reed at Survivor Series: WarGames later this month.
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• Top WWE Star’s Recovery Going Rough, Not Expected To Return Until 2026
Bianca Belair has been out of action since she broke her finger during a Triple Threat Match against Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY for the Women’s World Championship at WrestleMania 41 in April.
The EST of WWE last appeared at the Evolution Premium Live Event in the summer, where she served as the Special Guest Referee for the No Holds Barred Match between Naomi and Jade Cargill. She also made an appearance at NXT Homecoming in September.
According to Bodyslam+, Bianca Belair’s recovery has been rough, but there is belief within WWE that she will return in early 2026. The company is hoping that her recovery could progress faster than expected, allowing her to come back sooner.
Belair was backstage at SmackDown in Salt Lake City last Friday, though the reason for her presence remains unknown.
