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In a surprising development, Julius and Brutus Creed have both departed WWE, according to PWInsider.com.

The Creed Brothers were originally scouted by WWE Hall of Famer Gerald Brisco, with Brutus signing in 2020 and Julius following a year later. After establishing themselves in NXT, the duo made the move to WWE's main roster in 2023.

During their time on Raw, they were associated with Chad Gable as part of the American Made stable. They later reunited with Gable during his Original Gran Americano run in Lucha Libre AAA, where they competed as Los Hermanos Americanos.

Their departures bring an end to their WWE run, but the big question now is what comes next for two talented brothers who have experience in both the NXT and main roster environments.

Could they make an immediate impact elsewhere, or might we see them take a different direction as a tag team?

💬 Let's Debate!

1. Were you surprised to hear that Julius and Brutus Creed have both departed WWE?

2. Do you think WWE made the right decision by letting the Creed Brothers go?

3. Did they receive enough opportunities to show what they could do on the main roster?

4. Should Julius and Brutus continue working together as a tag team?

5. Could they become major players in AEW, TNA or another wrestling promotion?

6. Would you like to see them reunite with Chad Gable as Los Hermanos Americanos somewhere down the line?

7. What do you think the future holds for the Creed Brothers?

Your Thoughts?

The Creed Brothers have plenty of experience, athletic ability and tag-team potential. But where should they go next, and which promotion would benefit most from signing them?

Share your thoughts below!

Survivor Series 2026 could be bringing back one of the most iconic traditions in WWE history!

During an appearance on Stephanie McMahon's podcast, Rey Mysterio announced that this year's Survivor Series will feature a traditional 5-on-5 Elimination Tag Team Match, with Team Mexico taking on Team USA.

Mysterio also suggested that he had spoken with Raw General Manager Adam Pearce and SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis about getting superstars involved from both brands. There is also speculation that AAA talent could be part of the Mexico team, which would make this an even bigger international showdown.

With Survivor Series taking place on November 28 in Houston, Texas, the event will also mark the 40th anniversary of the original Survivor Series pay-per-view.

The traditional elimination matches were once the heart of Survivor Series, with teams battling until only one side remained. Over the years, WWE gradually moved away from making these matches the centrepiece of the event.

Could 2026 be the year that tradition makes a major comeback?

Team Mexico vs. Team USA – Who Would You Pick?

There are plenty of possibilities when it comes to putting these teams together.

Would Team Mexico feature Rey Mysterio leading the charge alongside current WWE and AAA stars? Could Team USA bring together some of WWE's biggest names from Raw and SmackDown?

And who would you want captaining each team?

💬 Let's Debate!

• Are you excited to see the traditional 5-on-5 Survivor Series elimination match return?

• Who would you put on Team Mexico?

• Which five superstars would you choose for Team USA?

• Should AAA wrestlers be included alongside WWE talent?

• Should the match feature only wrestlers representing their countries, or should it be about brand pride too?

• Would you like WWE to bring back more traditional Survivor Series elimination matches in future years?

• Could this become one of the biggest matches on the entire Survivor Series card?

Over to you! Who wins: Team Mexico or Team USA? And which ten wrestlers would you choose to represent their countries?

Let's hear your dream teams, predictions and opinions!

The overnight viewing figures are in for the October 31 WWE NXT Halloween Havoc special, which aired at 7 PM Eastern on The CW Network.

The show reportedly attracted 461,000 overnight viewers, earning a 0.07 rating in the key 18–49 demographic.

Halloween Havoc is one of NXT's established special events, so these numbers raise an interesting question about how the brand is performing and whether it is attracting the audience WWE would like to see.

There are plenty of factors to consider, including competition from other programming, the show's scheduling, the strength of the card and how NXT is being presented to viewers.

But are 461,000 viewers and a 0.07 demographic rating respectable figures for NXT, or should we be expecting more?

💬 Let's Debate!

• Are 461,000 viewers good enough for WWE NXT?

• Is a 0.07 rating in the 18–49 demographic disappointing?

• Has NXT successfully made the transition to The CW Network?

• Does Halloween Havoc deserve a bigger audience?

• What could WWE do to attract more viewers to NXT?

• Do television ratings still matter as much in the modern wrestling landscape?

• Would moving NXT to a different night or time make a difference?

Over to you! Are these viewing figures a positive sign for NXT, or should WWE and The CW be looking for stronger numbers?

Let's hear your thoughts and get the debate going!

Factions have always played an important role in professional wrestling. Whether it's groups dominating the roster, alliances creating chaos or teammates eventually turning against each other, factions can bring a completely different dynamic to WWE.

They can create multiple rivalries at once, build new stars and produce some memorable moments.

But do faction storylines actually make WWE more entertaining than traditional one-on-one rivalries?

A great singles feud can be personal, intense and emotionally gripping. Meanwhile, a strong faction storyline can involve betrayals, power struggles, loyalty and plenty of unpredictable developments.

Both have their advantages, but which one delivers the better wrestling television?

💬 Let's Debate!

• Do you prefer faction storylines or traditional singles rivalries?

• Do factions help elevate lesser-known superstars?

• Can a faction become too powerful or overstay its welcome?

• Are betrayals and internal conflicts the best part of faction storylines?

• What is the greatest faction in WWE history?

• What is your favourite WWE singles rivalry of all time?

• Should WWE create more factions, or focus more on individual superstars?

Over to you! Are factions the secret ingredient to great wrestling storytelling, or will nothing ever beat a brilliant one-on-one rivalry?

When WWE introduced the brand split, it gave Raw and SmackDown their own identities, rosters, championships and rivalries. It also created opportunities for more superstars to become important players rather than getting lost in an overcrowded roster.

However, WWE has regularly allowed superstars to appear across both brands, creating crossover matches, shared storylines and opportunities for unexpected interactions.

But has this taken away some of what made the brand split special?

Would WWE benefit from bringing back stricter rules, keeping Raw and SmackDown completely separate, or is having superstars cross between brands better for the product?

💬 Let's Debate!

• Should Raw and SmackDown have completely separate rosters?

• Should superstars only appear on their assigned brand unless officially traded?

• Should each brand have its own exclusive championships?

• Does the current crossover make WWE more entertaining?

• Would a stricter brand split create more opportunities for the roster?

• Which brand would have the stronger roster if the split was fully enforced?

Over to you! Should WWE bring back the brand split rules in full, or is the freedom to cross between brands better for business?

One of the biggest parts of professional wrestling is keeping fans entertained, invested and guessing what might happen next. A great storyline should have twists, unexpected turns, shocking moments and payoffs that leave fans talking.

But has WWE become too predictable?

Sometimes it feels like fans can see a heel turn coming weeks in advance, guess the outcome of a championship match before the bell even rings, or work out exactly where a storyline is heading.

On the other hand, predictable doesn't always mean bad. Sometimes a well-told story needs an obvious direction, and the journey is more important than the surprise.

💬 Let's Debate!

• Do you think WWE's storylines have become too predictable?

• Are fans too quick to work out upcoming twists and turns?

• Does WWE rely too heavily on surprise returns and shocking moments?

• Are long-term storylines still delivering satisfying payoffs?

• Can a predictable storyline still be great if the execution is right?

• What is one WWE storyline that genuinely surprised you?

Over to you! Does WWE need to become more unpredictable, or is good storytelling more important than shocking the audience?

For years, WWE NXT was seen as the developmental brand – a place where up-and-coming wrestlers could learn their craft, gain experience and prepare themselves for the main roster.

But has that perception changed?

NXT has developed its own identity, produced some fantastic matches, created major stars and built a passionate fanbase. Plenty of its performers are already delivering performances that wouldn't look out of place on Raw or SmackDown.

With established names, experienced performers and some incredible young talent all sharing the brand, is it really fair to keep calling NXT developmental?

💬 Let's hear your thoughts:

• Can NXT still be considered a developmental brand?

• Has the in-ring quality reached the level of Raw and SmackDown?

• Is NXT now a third main roster brand in everything but name?

• Should WWE continue using NXT to develop future stars?

• Does NXT have its own identity that makes it just as important as the main roster?

• Would you like to see NXT become a fully equal third brand?

There are arguments on both sides, and it'll be interesting to see where everyone stands.

👇 So, what do you think? Is NXT still developmental, or has it become something much bigger?

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John Cena is bringing something new to WWE, and it's certainly got people talking!

The first-ever John Cena Classic is set to take place on December 14, 2026, at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.

The event will feature some of WWE's biggest names from Raw and SmackDown going up against the brightest future Superstars from NXT.

John Cena has also unveiled a brand-new John Cena Classic Championship, and there's an interesting twist: members of Club WWE will get to vote in real time for their favourite Superstar performance, with the WWE Universe helping decide who receives the night's top honour.

Cody Rhodes & Zilla Fatu hav already been announced as the first participants, but who else could we see involved?

💬 Let's get talking!

• Are you excited about the John Cena Classic?

• What do you think of the idea of Raw and SmackDown Superstars facing NXT talent?

• Who would you like to see invited to take part?

• Should established main-event stars compete against rising NXT talent?

• What do you think of the new John Cena Classic Championship?

• Do you like the idea of fans having a say in who receives the top honour?

• Who would be your pick to win the first-ever John Cena Classic?

Personally, I'm interested to see how WWE puts this together and which Superstars get the opportunity to shine.

👇 Who would you choose as the winner of the first John Cena Classic?

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Every championship needs a great champion, but choosing the right person to carry the gold is never easy!

Whether it's someone who has been waiting for their opportunity, a rising Superstar ready for the spotlight, or an established name looking to reach the top again, there are plenty of possibilities.

So, if you could decide who becomes the next WWE Champion, who would you choose?

💬 Tell us:

• Who should win the next WWE Championship?

• Should they have a long championship reign?

• Who would you like to see them feud with?

• Who would be the perfect person to take the title from them?

You can choose whoever you think deserves the opportunity!

👇 Who would you put the championship around?

Every WWE roster has Superstars who fans believe deserve more opportunities.

Maybe they're not getting enough television time, perhaps they're being overlooked in the championship picture, or maybe you simply believe they have everything it takes to become a major star.

We want to know who you think deserves a bigger opportunity in WWE!

💬 Tell us:

• Which Superstar deserves a bigger push?

• Should they be competing for championships?

• Would you like to see them turn heel or face?

• Do you think WWE is currently using them correctly?

• How far do you think they could go?

It doesn't have to be a main-event Superstar. Sometimes the biggest pushes should go to the people waiting for their breakthrough!

👇 Who needs that big opportunity?

As we get closer to the end of 2026, it's time to look back at the WWE Superstars who have made the biggest impact this year!

We've seen incredible performances, memorable rivalries, championship victories and plenty of moments worth talking about.

But there's one big question:

Who deserves to be crowned WWE Superstar of the Year for 2026?

It could be because of their in-ring performances, promo work, character development, championship success or the impact they've had on WWE programming.

💬 Let us know:

• Who is your Superstar of the Year?

• What makes them stand out?

• Has anyone surprised you this year?

• Who deserves an honourable mention?

Let's hear your choices and see who comes out on top!

👇 Who gets your vote?

There's nothing quite like the reaction when a familiar face suddenly returns to WWE!

Whether it's a shocking comeback, a surprise appearance, a long-awaited return from injury or a former Superstar making their way back home, these moments can create some unforgettable memories.

But which WWE return has been your favourite?

💬 Let's hear your thoughts:

• Who has had the best WWE return?

• Was it a complete surprise or something you expected?

• What was the crowd reaction like?

• Did their return live up to the hype?

• Is there someone you'd still love to see return?

You can pick anyone from WWE history, not just someone who returned in 2026!

👇 Which return gave you the biggest pop?

WWE has given us plenty to talk about this year, but some matches stand out above the rest.

Whether it was an incredible championship encounter, a brutal rivalry match, a surprise classic or an unforgettable main event, we want to know which match has been your personal highlight.

💬 Let's discuss:

• What is your match of the year so far?

• Who was involved?

• Which event or show did it take place on?

• What made it so special?

• Does it deserve to be considered an all-time classic?

Feel free to nominate more than one match if you can't settle on just one!

👇 What's your WWE match of 2026 so far?

The latest overnight viewing figures are in for WWE Friday Night SmackDown, and the October 30 edition attracted an estimated 1,162,000 viewers, according to Programming Insider.

The show recorded a 0.26 rating in the key 18–49 demographic, showing an improvement on the previous week's figures.

📺 Latest SmackDown Viewership Figures

📈 Week-to-Week Comparison

Compared with the October 23 episode:

• Viewership: Increased by 62,000 viewers.

• 18–49 Demo: Improved from 0.24 to 0.26.

• Percentage Change: Approximately 5.6% increase in overall viewership.

SmackDown has managed to bounce back slightly after last week's lower numbers, although the show remains below the figures recorded earlier in October.

📊 Looking at the Bigger Picture

The October 30 episode continues a period of fluctuating viewership for SmackDown, with the programme moving between just over 1.1 million and 1.35 million viewers throughout September and October.

The key question now is whether WWE can build on this week's improvement and push the numbers higher in the coming weeks.

💬 Let's Hear From the Smark Report Community!

What do you make of the latest SmackDown viewing figures?

1. Are you surprised SmackDown increased its viewership this week?

2. Do you think 1.16 million viewers is a good result?

3. What do you think is responsible for the recent fluctuations?

4. Is the 18–49 demographic more important than the overall audience?

5. What would WWE need to do to consistently attract 1.3 million or more viewers?

Share your thoughts and opinions below!

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WWE is kicking off 2027 with a busy schedule, officially announcing 11 new live event dates across North America, including nine new episodes of Monday Night RAW and Friday Night SmackDown!

The newly announced dates will see WWE visit several major cities throughout January and February, giving fans plenty of opportunities to catch their favourite Superstars live.

📅 Newly Announced WWE Events

🎟️ Ticket Information

WWE has also confirmed when fans can get their hands on tickets for these newly announced events.

• Presale Access: Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 10 AM local time.

• General Ticket Sales: Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 10 AM local time.

All sale times are based on the local time of each event's market.

💬 Let's Hear From the Smark Report Community!

With WWE adding 11 new dates to its early 2027 schedule, we want to know what you think!

1. Which of these cities are you most excited to see WWE visit?

2. Are you planning on attending any of these events?

3. Which RAW or SmackDown date looks the most appealing?

4. Would you like to see WWE announce more international dates?

5. What Superstars would you most like to see live in 2027?

Let us know your thoughts in the replies below!

The Smark Report – Where Wrestling Fans Come Together.