Grapple News

09/28/2026

REST IN PEACE, PAC 🕊️

The wrestling world is mourning the loss of Benjamin Satterley, known to fans around the globe as PAC.

His extraordinary athleticism, unmatched intensity and unforgettable presence left a lasting mark on professional wrestling.

Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, colleagues and everyone whose life he touched.

09/28/2026

🙏 REST IN PEACE, SIGN GUY

Saddened to learn of the passing of Rick Achberger, the beloved WWE superfan known to generations of viewers as “Sign Guy.”

With his unmistakable red hat, blue work shirt and collection of creative signs, Rick became a fixture at WWE events and one of the most recognizable fans in wrestling history. He reportedly attended well over 1,000 shows and even appeared on a WWE-themed episode of *Deal or No Deal* in 2007.

Rick showed how much a passionate fan can become part of the show’s history without ever stepping inside the ring.

Grapple News sends its condolences to his family, friends and everyone who had the opportunity to meet him through the years.

Rest in peace, Rick. You will be missed. ❤️

09/26/2026

🙏 GET WELL SOON, KURT ANGLE.

The WWE Hall of Famer has postponed his upcoming UK appearances after not receiving medical clearance to travel. Angle apologized to fans, and his London and Glasgow events have been rescheduled for February 2027.

The specific health issue has not been disclosed.

We’re sending Kurt and his family prayers and best wishes. Take care of yourself, champ. ❤️

09/26/2026

🚨 TNA TICKET TROUBLE?

Bound For Glory reportedly had just 734 tickets distributed after adding only 12 over four days.

While the Yuengling Center can hold nearly 10,000 fans for wrestling, TNA’s current setup has 2,444 seats open—with 1,710 still available at the latest count.

Could the arrival of former Wyatt Sicks members Joseph Sawyer and Samuel Shaw—now known as Syx—provide the spark TNA needs? Their attack on The Hardys has already created a major new storyline ahead of the October 11 PPV.

Do you think a Syx vs. Hardys match could help turn ticket sales around?

Read the full story below. ⬇️
https://www.indygrapplenews.com/post/tna-bound-for-glory-2026-ticket-sales-stall-734

Bound For Glory has distributed 734 tickets with 17 days remaining, while the debut of Joseph Sawyer and Samuel Shaw as Syx could provide TNA with a badly needed late promotional boost.

09/26/2026

CM Punk did the Oba strut, then hit Danhausen’s “you are cursed” pose 😭🔥

Then all three of them came together for a final pose to close the moment out.

09/21/2026

Did you see the resemblance? More importantly, what did you think of Xanti Li’s ROH appearance? 👇

Fans compared Xanti Li’s look to Jaida Parker’s after Li appeared on ROH TV, but the two are separate wrestlers.

09/20/2026

Throwback to December 28, 2021, when WWE came to Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. for a live event featuring some serious star power.

This match featured Sasha Banks, now known as Mercedes Moné, Toni Storm, and then-SmackDown Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair.

Captured from the crowd on an iPhone 13 Pro Max, this is one of those clips that hits differently years later considering where all three women are now.

Who do you remember being most excited to see during this era?

09/20/2026

📸 Did Xanti Li’s photo make you do a double take?

After her September 17 Ring of Honor match, some fans compared Li’s look to NXT’s Jaida Parker. Others saw little resemblance—or thought she looked more like Lori Harvey.

To clear up the mix-up: it was Xanti Li in the ROH ring, not Jaida Parker. Li teamed with Dream Girl Ellie against Mina Shirakawa and Queen Aminata.

Did you see the resemblance? More importantly, what did you think of Xanti Li’s ROH appearance?

09/20/2026

🚨 12 SECONDS.

Sean Sharaf knocked out former WWE wrestler and Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson just 12 seconds into their fight at UFC 331.

The photos show the opening exchange and the moments after the stoppage. Steveson entered undefeated in MMA; Sharaf handed him his first loss.

Can Steveson bounce back, or did this change how you see his UFC future? 👇

09/19/2026

CROWN JEWEL IN QUESTION? 👀

WWE’s November 7 show in Riyadh is still scheduled, but recent security incidents have fans asking whether the company needs a backup plan.