Morning Daily News Update: April 15, 2026 – Alberto Del Rio Avoids Trial After Legal Settlement

Morning all!

It’s Wednesday, middle of the week, and it’s also time for the Morning Daily News Update!

We’ve also got a couple of new blog posts from yesterday:

Kat has reviewed the Peacock Shawn Michaels documentary, The Heartbreak Kid
Niz uploaded the review of last night’s WWE NXT Revenge Part One

Alberto Del Rio Reaches Settlement, Avoids Trial

Alberto Del Rio has reached a legal settlement with his wife, avoiding trial in a domestic violence case. Reports state he agreed to pay around one million pesos as part of the agreement, bringing the case to a close despite prosecutors believing they had sufficient evidence to proceed.

WWE Hall Of Fame 2026 Hosts Revealed

The Miz and Michael Cole have been announced as hosts of the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony, set for April 17 in Las Vegas during WrestleMania 42 week. The ceremony will feature inductees including Stephanie McMahon, AJ Styles, Demolition, and Dennis Rodman, with additional honours for Sid Eudy, Bad News Brown, and the WrestleMania III match between Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant.

Backstage News On Swerve Strickland’s AEW Absence

Swerve Strickland’s recent absence from AEW television is reportedly due to filming promotional material for Warner Bros. Discovery. He was not scheduled for AEW Dynasty, and last appeared in late March, with no further details confirmed about the project.

WWE Announces Casket Match For Title After WrestleMania Weekend

WWE NXT has announced a Casket Match between Tatum Paxley and Blake Monroe for the NXT Women’s North American Championship on April 21. The stipulation was chosen by Paxley as the latest escalation in their heated rivalry, which has included attacks, title theft, and multiple matches in recent weeks.