Owen Hart ‘King of Harts’ AEW Figure: A Collector’s Dream Release

I wouldn’t have believed it unless I saw it with my own two eyes. Earlier this week, Ringside Collectibles dropped a pre-order for an Owen Hart: King of Harts Supreme figure from the AEW Jazwares line. If the King of Harts moniker rings a bell, that was Owen’s nickname when he won the 1994 King of the Ring tournament. The right folks. AEW and Jazwares found a way to produce and sell a WWE version of an Owen Hart action figure.

But wait, there’s more.

Jazwares Vault will soon also put up an Owen Hart figure for pre-order, representing his time in WWE.

The Jazwares Vault figure will feature Owen in the pink singlet he wore when he won the King of the Ring tournament and comes with a crown.

The Ringside Collectibles version features the pink-and-black singlet most people associate with Owen Hart, priced at $49.99 and due out in December 2026.

AEW released three Owen Hart figures in 2022 from his time wrestling for his family’s Calgary-based promotion, Stampede Wrestling. A wide-release red tights figure, a chase variant in blue tights, and a Ringside Collectibles exclusive in black tights with a matching ring jacket. All three came with a silver title belt reminiscent of the Stampede Wrestling North American championship.

All three of the Owen figures in the AEW line were released in conjunction with The Owen Hart Foundation, founded by Martha in Owen’s memory.

The question on many collectors’ minds is: how did AEW/Jazwares pull this off? Did the manufacturer exploit a certain percentage threshold of resemblance to Owen’s WWE look? Did WWE simply allow it to happen since Martha was never going to give them her blessing? WWE is within its right to release an Owen Hart figure, but Owen’s widow, Dr. Martha Hart, has vehemently protested the company releasing any merchandise of her late husband. Besides the Owen Hart of Gold DVD released in 2015, WWE has largely respected the family’s wishes.

There is some information on Reddit reporting that AEW now owns the trademark to the “King of Harts’ name. Also, the Hart and skull leather jacket he wore to the ring says “Owen Hart Foundation” instead of “Hart Foundation,” as it did in WWE, which might have helped make this figure a reality.

It’s possible that WWE will retaliate and release their own version of an Owen Hart figure. AEW figures scale at 7 inches, which is one inch bigger than Mattel’s WWE line. Those who would prefer an Owen figure that is shorter in height than a figure of his brother Bret Hart would gladly snatch it up for the sake of accuracy.

Jazwares is set to lose the AEW toy license at the end of the year. The Owen Hart figures, along with several new AEW and ROH figures are scheduled for a December release, which has led some to speculate that Jazwares might retain the license into 2027.

A pink and black Owen Hart is the definition of an action figure wrestling fans believed we would never get. Whether Owen Hart is the final figure released in 2026 or the grand finale of the line, Jazwares definitely saved the best for last.

The Mandalorian & Grogu: A Fun Yet Flawed Adventure

Oftentimes, fun is the primary word used to describe a film’s good effort despite falling short, or it’s a warning to “turn off your brain” and simply enjoy. Fun doesn’t mean what it once did.

I’m happy to report that despite its heavily debated creative direction, The Mandalorian & Grogu is a fun movie. Not the kind of fun that subtly damns a film with faint praise. It’s the kind of fun that reminds you why you fell in love with Star Wars.

I thought I was going to hate this movie because the trailers did nothing to get me excited. I learned ahead of time that the film is a self-contained adventure and does nothing to expand the sacred lore of a galaxy, far, far away.

It was a relief to know that in advance, because expecting a key ingredient only to find it missing would have left a bitter taste in my mouth. The film is an expanded standalone episode from the titular character’s Disney+ series.

The story follows Din Djarin, aka The Mandalorian, as he hunts leaders of the Imperial Remnant for the fledgling New Republic while mentoring his son and apprentice, Grogu. The Hutt Cartel offers the New Republic some vital intelligence, but only if Mando and Grogu rescue Rotta the Hutt, son of the late Jabba. The journey proves more than our heroes bargained for when treachery and peril test them like never before.

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The Commercialization of WWE: Impacts on Storytelling

With another SummerSlam in the books and Sunday Night’s Main Event around the corner, many fans are left feeling somewhere between meh and eeh. That’s not to say that WWE’s biggest party of the summer didn’t have its moments. However, the company’s creative malaise coupled with its commercialized presentation has led to one unfortunate conclusion. As far as PLE events go, the show we got at SummerSlam is as good as it’s going to get, and it is a byproduct of WWE’s new era.

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WWE SummerSlam streams Saturday, Aug. 1 and Sunday, Aug. 2 exclusively on the ESPN App

WWE SummerSlam will stream in the U.S. exclusively on the ESPN App on Saturday, Aug. 1 and Sunday, Aug. 2, live from U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn. The Premium Live Event is available to fans with an ESPN Unlimited plan — either directly or through a traditional pay TV package.

SummerSlam begins at 6 p.m. ET on both nights and will feature some of WWE’s biggest stars competing in blockbuster championship matchups. World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns renews his rivalry with Seth Rollins in one of WWE’s most storied feuds.

The newly crowned Undisputed WWE Champion CM Punk defends his title against Cody Rhodes in a highly anticipated showdown.

The card will also feature a Hell in a Cell Match between Oba Femi and Brock Lesnar, as the two powerhouses bring their bitter rivalry inside WWE’s most unforgiving structure.

Coverage on the ESPN App will also include Countdown to SummerSlam and the SummerSlam post-event show on both nights.

WWE SummerSlam 2026 – Saturday, August 1st (Night 1)

Undisputed WWE Championship: CM Punk defends against Cody Rhodes
Hell in a Cell match: Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi
Women’s World Champion Liv Morgan defends against IYO SKY
Gunther vs. Nick Aldis
Solo Sikoa, LA Knight & Royce Keys vs. Jacob Fatu & The Usos
The Bellas & Paige vs. Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley & Lainey Reid)

WWE SummerSlam 2026 – Sunday, August 2nd (Night 2)

World Heavyweight Championship: Roman Reigns defends against Seth Rollins
Interim WWE Women’s Championship Ladder Match: Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill vs. Charlotte Flair vs. Chelsea Green vs. TBD (Giulia or Lash Legend)
WWE Championship number one contender’s match: Sami Zayn vs. Finn Balor
Danhausen vs. Dominik Mysterio
United States Championship: Trick Williams defends against Baron Corbin
Intercontinental Championship: Penta defends against Chad Gable

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WWE Hall of Fame 2026: Demolition’s Long-Awaited Induction

One of the most popular tag teams in WWE history will finally be inducted into the Hall of Fame. It was revealed this morning that Demolition will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on Friday, April 17, at Dolby Live at Park MGM in Las Vegas, the night before WrestleMania. Ax and Smash (Bill Eadie & Barry Darsow) will join Stephanie McMahon and AJ Styles as members of the 2026 class.

The Undertaker informed Demolition of their Hall of Fame induction with a surprise announcement on social media, just as he did for Stephanie McMahon at Wrestlepalooza and for AJ Styles on Raw.

The iconic team made their WWE debut in early 1987. The team was originally managed by Lucious Johnny V, with Bill Eadie as Ax and Randy Colley (Moondog Rex) as the original Smash and creator of the Demolition gimmick. Barry Darsow soon replaced Colley as Smash, after fans recognized Colley chanting “Moondog.”

With Darsow on board, Mr. Fuji became the team’s manager in spring 1987. Demolition went undefeated heading into WrestleMania 4, where they defeated Strike Force to win the WWE Tag Team Championship. The team would turn babyface at the 1988 Survivor Series after some double-crossing shenanigans from Mr. Fuji.

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John Cena Tapped Out – Was It The Right Call?

Well, it happened. John Cena, the man who stands for hustle, loyalty, and never giving up, submitted to Gunther in his farewell match on Saturday Night’s Main Event. Cena was trapped in Gunther’s rear naked choke and fought every which way possible to break the hold. Eventually, Cena realized he couldn’t escape, accepted his fate, and smiled before he tapped out.

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John Cena’s Final Match: 12 Historic Moments at Capital One Arena

A rookie John Cena wrestled in Washington D.C.’s MCI Center for the first time on a September 2002 house show, three months following his WWE debut. Cena teamed with an equally tenured Randy Orton and Mark Henry, defeating Billy (Gunn), Chuck (Palumbo), & Rico that evening.

Twenty-three years later, the now Capital One Arena will host a landmark edition of WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, where John Cena will wrestle his final match.

Opened in 1997, the 20,000-seat arena has hosted some of the most legendary nights in professional wrestling, including some of John Cena’s career highlights.

Cena’s swan song against “The Ring General” Gunther will add another chapter to the arena’s historic resume. Let’s look at twelve of wrestling’s most significant moments to occur inside the Capital One Arena.

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John Cena’s Greatest Matches: A Legacy of Endurance

At a SmackDown taping in 2016, I sat next to a youngster who was fully decked out in John Cena gear. With a perplexed look on his face, he asked his mother what the audience was chanting as they voiced their disapproval of the match in progress. “They’re saying Cena sucks,” his mother replied in a cautious whisper, which brought sadness to his eyes.

I could hear the tears in his voice as he asked, “Why don’t they like him?” His mother pulled him in for a hug, shielding him from the negativity being hurled at her son’s hero. It was heartbreaking to watch. It also, however, put into perspective how, despite all the jeers, people have a special kind of love for John Cena.

From Kurt Angle in 2002 to Gunther in 2025, John Cena has left an indelible impression on the hearts and minds of wrestling fans while also being one of the industry’s most polarizing figures. Nearly fifteen years as the face of WWE, Cena traveled a road where the trip itself became as much of the story as any victory earned or title won.

The star of the show is usually not booed out of the buildings he performs in, but that was the case during John Cena’s prime on the WWE mountain top. Eventually, the tide turned, with fan support split evenly. Ultimately, the “Let’s go Cena. Cena Sucks” narrative became universal praise and admiration for the pride of West Newbury, Massachusetts.

Generations of wrestling fans went from insisting John Cena turn heel to condemning the turn that occurred in Toronto. Cena gained the respect and support of wrestling fans who used to boo him, while the children who idolized Cena grew up and are now the loudest voices in the room. John Cena’s legacy isn’t about “You Can’t See Me” or “You Can’t Wrestle.”

John Cena’s legacy is endurance. Hustle, Loyalty, and Respect all require one to endure.

”The Last Time is Now” tour’s final stop is Saturday, December 13th, in Washington D.C., for Saturday Night’s Main Event. As Cena’s swan song is upon us, it is only natural to reminisce about his greatest battles inside the squared circle. Many matches and moments come to mind, but let’s take a look at the 10 Best Matches of John Cena’s career.

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WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event Review: CM Punk Wins World Title

Saturday Night’s Main Event – November 1, 2025 – Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah

Cody Rhodes pinned Drew McIntyre to retain the WWE Championship:

Rhodes being able to lose the title on a countout or disqualification was the big stipulation. McIntyre attempted to trick Rhodes into getting himself disqualified. In the end, Rhodes delivered a DDT to McIntyre on the title belt to beat him. Forcing Rhodes’ back against the wall with the stipulation should have given him a clean win. Yes, McIntyre brought the belt into the ring, which is another case of the “Scottish Warrior” being his own worst enemy. Not a bad match, but I’d had my fill of this pairing.

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Top 10 Goldberg Matches: A Wrestling Icon’s Best Moments

Few wrestlers in history burst onto the scene like Bill Goldberg did in WCW. After an injury ended his seven-year NFL career, the former defensive tackle shifted his athletic focus to professional wrestling. The rigorous training circuit at WCW’s Power Plant and a handful of dark matches led to Goldberg’s televised debut on September 22, 1997, against Hugh Morris, and he never looked back.

Goldberg became a worldwide sensation as the stoic and intense monster who amassed win after win with his signature maneuvers, the Spear and Jackhammer, morphing into the infamous undefeated streak of 173 victories. Nearly ten months into his career, Goldberg captured the World Heavyweight Championship. He became WCW’s top star during the industry’s peak of popularity.

Following WWE’s acquisition of WCW in 2001, Goldberg signed a one-year deal with WWE in 2003, where his run left a lot to be desired. A shocking return twelve years later led to a run that made up for the sins of his initial outing with the company, until it didn’t for a few years. Goldberg rebounded with some fun matches and closed out his career on the July 12, 2025, edition of Saturday Night’s Main Event in a losing effort to Gunther.

Goldberg faced some criticism for a lack of wrestling skills. His style was never about technical expertise. Instead, it was about fierce brutality in the ring. Goldberg looked like and wrestled like someone who could take on the world. That’s exactly what fans wanted to see, and his impact was undeniable.

Let’s take a look at the best matches of Bill Goldberg’s career.

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