Here is your fight size update for Sunday, May 4, 2025.
Below are the top headlines from Fightful today, the best digital excuses from around the world of wrestling, and more.
- Eddy Thorpe has changed his name on X back to Karl Fredericks, and he thanked WWE NXT for his time there in the wake of his release.
We move forward without fear. Thank you @WWENXT @WWE
— エディ•ソープ (@KarlFredericks_) May 4, 2025
Hoka Hey -- pic.twitter.com/XIGGBn05uy
- Shayna Baszler Will Still Be On TikTok!
Nah she will still be in TikTok’s, I’ll make sure of it. FOLLOW @QoSBaszler ON TIKTOK! https://t.co/48b4aS0ohl
— Michin 미친 (@MiaYim) May 4, 2025
@qos_baszler May the 4th be with you. #StarWars #maythe4th #may4th #StarWarsDay original sound - QoSBaszler
- WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry and All Caribbean Wrestling Announce Groundbreaking WWE ID Partnership and Historic Match in The Bahamas
Nassau, The Bahamas – May 2nd, 2025 — WWE Hall of Famer and “The World’s Strongest Man” Mark Henry, in his role as owner of All Caribbean Wrestling (ACW), proudly announces a groundbreaking partnership with WWE through its global talent initiative, the WWE ID Program. This collaboration kicks off live on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the Baha Mar Hotel in Nassau, The Bahamas, during one of the most anticipated wrestling events in Caribbean history.
Mark Henry’s involvement underscores the growing collaboration between ACW and WWE and his vision to increase visibility for wrestling talent. The June 28th event represents a new chapter in global wrestling development.
At the center of this event is a historic WWE ID Match, featuring WWE ID prospect Gal Barkay vs. wrestling veteran and former WWE Superstar, formerly of Cryme Tyme—JTG. It’s a historic match because it is the first official WWE ID match in the Caribbean islands. Even more groundbreaking: if a non-WWE ID wrestler wins, they will automatically earn a WWE ID contract, opening the door to WWE’s developmental system.
“This match in itself is historic,” said Mark Henry. “it’s a symbol of opportunity. ACW is committed to showcasing elite talent, and this partnership with WWE only strengthens that mission.”
Additional Matches Announced:
- ACW Championship Main Event: The dominant leader of Nu Nation, Prince Agballah, takes on former WWE Superstar and reigning ACW Champion "The Pope" Elijah Burke.
- Grudge Match: Kenny King collides with Marty Scurll in a high-stakes battle.
- Women’s Grudge Match: Rising star Cassandra Golden faces off with Jayme Jameson.
- ACW Women’s Championship Match: Champion Kaylia Capri—known from WWE NXT—defends her ACW title against former WWE NXT UK standout, Aleah James.
- also in action - The Bahamas' own Baha Boyz
- Fanatics gifted AJ Styles a Spud Webb autograph
- Man Like Dereiss recently gave a shout-out to TJ Wilson and Natalya's Dungeon.
BIG UP THE DUNGEON. BIG UP @NatbyNature @TJWilson.
— MAN LIKE DEREISS (@DEREISS_) May 4, 2025
SUPER STRONG STYLE 16.
THIS YEAR IT’S COMING HOME! https://t.co/taQcLu2bFk
- Lio Rush claims the tag team division in All Elite Wrestling is washed.
Tag Division is washed. Time to mop this shit up
— Lio Rush -- (@IamLioRush) May 4, 2025
- Shotzi is ready for the return of her independent wrestling theme song.
- ICYMI: TNA In Talks With Ace Austin For Contract Extension
- Plaintiffs In WWE Shareholder Lawsuit Ask Court To Order Vince McMahon To Comply With Discovery
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- Shotzi: I Still Have Time On My Contract. Come July, I'll Be Full-Time Balls To The Walls
- The Premiere Athletes were on Hey! (EW):
- Roman Reigns’ most devastating Spears: WWE Top 10, May 4, 2025
