Welcome to the Grapevine! This section of Smark Henry is where we round up all the important founded and unfounded rumors floating around the pro wrestling scene that you may have missed over the past few days. Remember to take everything with a grain of salt!
Update on Universal Championship match at WrestleMania
WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns is now slated to defend the championship against Edge and Daniel Bryan at WrestleMania after the events of Fastlane. Vince McMahon was apparently not happy with the original plans, and changed them to put in Edge as a heel and Bryan as the sole babyface. It's being reported that this was decided back in February after Elimination Chamber. (Source: Wrestling Observer Radio c/o WrestlingNews.co, Fightful Select)
We say: Unfortunately, we're never going to get any other reason other than "this is what Vince McMahon wanted" until much, much later. At least we have the better matchup.
Charlotte Flair removed from WrestleMania advertising
Charlotte Flair has been removed from online WrestleMania ads, leading to speculation of her being removed from the card. The current news is that whatever this issue is is being hidden by the company. (Source: Wrestling Observer Radio c/o WrestlingNews.co)
We say: This is certainly interesting, though it may also just be pure speculation. Watch this space for more updates.
Batista not being inducted into the Hall of Fame this year
Batista has been pulled from this year's list of Hall of Fame inductees after being announced for the Class of 2020. The induction is reportedly being postponed for when there is a live crowd present for the Hall of Fame ceremony. (Source: Fightful Select)
We say: Well, that makes sense. There's no rush, anyway.
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