WWE Rumor Roundup: Braun Strowman's new hairstyle; 5 underutilized Superstars to get a big push? Wish for Dominik Mysterio to be removed from TV - 17th December 2020

Welcome to another edition of the WWE Rumor Roundup where we try and bring the biggest stories and rumours from the world of WWE to you. On today's edition, we will take a look at a possible push being planned for 5 WWE Superstars who have not been used to their full potential.

Apart from that, we will also talk about what the future holds for one of the biggest and most talked about factions in WWE today. A possible new member that could join its ranks and much more. So without further ado, let us dive in and take a look at the biggest stories related to WWE:

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#5 WWE Superstar Braun Strowman shows new look

Braun Strowman had recently shown his inspirational transformation over the years in a social media post. The former Universal Champion has posted a new video which sees him with a unique new hairstyle, probably inspired by Road Warrior Hawk.

Braun Strowman is currently out of action due to a knee injury that he suffered at Survivor Series. As per certain reports, Strowman was set to face Drew McIntyre for the WWE Championship at TLC if he hadn't gotten hurt.

Strowman was suspended by WWE in storyline after he attacked Adam Pierce on RAW. His suspension is the on-screen reason for The Monster's absence from Monday Night RAW.

Here is what Bryan Alvarez of WOR had stated in regards to Strowman's return:

“The story, as noted, is that Braun was scheduled to face Drew McIntyre at TLC but he got the leg injury and he is rehabbing it. I didn’t hear anything about surgery, just that they are rehabbing it. Presumably, he won’t be out that long but I guess we’ll see.”

Strowman had changed his look after he appeared with a completely shaved head after his Swamp Fight match with The Fiend earlier this year. Hopefully a new look will bring new energy to his character and we will see a new side of The Monster Among men.

#4 Five Underused WWE Superstars may get a big push

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As per WrestleVotes, some major changes may be taking place in WWE soon. It has been reported that WWE had recently asked their writers to name 5 Superstars who have not gotten good opportunities, so that they may potentially get a push.

The names of Cesaro, Peyton Royce, Chad Gable, Angel garza and Carmella made it to the forefront. Carmella is already receiving a big push on SmackDown by feuding with Sasha Banks. As for the other four, things could be looking up and they may receive a push soon.

"Recently a group of writers were asked to make a list of underutilized talents they felt could shine if given the proper opportunity. Those lists ranged wide, but nearly ALL of them included: Cesaro, Angel Garza, Chad Gable, Carmella & Peyton Royce."

Cesaro has been touted as one of the best in-ring athletes of all time but has not received a big singles push in his WWE career. Though he is a multi-time Tag Team Champion, it is high time the company puts their stock in him as a singles Superstar.

#3 John Cena Sr. believes Dominik Mysterio should be taken off WWE TV

While speaking to Boston Wrestling MWF’s Dan Mirade, John Cena Sr. discussed the feud involving Seth Rollins and the Mysterio family. John Cena's father was not pleased with WWE's presentation of the Eye for an Eye match and lambasted them for using a 'ping pong ball' instead of a glass eye.

On being asked if he believed Dominik Mysterio is a niche character and will not be able to sustain his popularity, John Cena Sr. agreed to the fact that Dominik needs to be taken off WWE TV and head back to the PC for now.

“I agree with you. I’m sorry, I agree with you.”

Here is what John Cena Sr. had to say about the eye for an eye match involving Seth Rollins and Rey Mysterio:

“Patch the guy’s eye up. Make it look real. Awful… Stupidity, stupidity. So now, now Rollins, remember this, Rey Mysterio’s chasing you. Why? Because he’s got an eye out for you. Baloney. Please… They wasted it, they wasted it. And all it is so Dominik can get over.” (H/t: SportsKeeda)

The Mysterio family along with Murphy are currently in a feud with King Corbin on SmackDown.

#2 Future plans for RETRIBUTION in WWE

RETRIBUTION may have made a big impact when it debuted in WWE, but the faction has lost most of its steam in the last few months. With Mustafa Ali leading the group, it has become a mid-card act and one that has failed to make a major impact.

As per PWInsider, the future plans for the group involve them trying to bring former US Champion Ricochet on board. Whether or not The One and Only joins them is still under consideration.

"Retribution pushing Ricochet to join their group is something that will continue to play out in the weeks ahead."

Ricochet has been directionless ever since his former tag team partner Cedric Alexander joined hands with The Hurt Business. By joining RETRIBUTION, not only will Ricochet become more relevant but he will also help the faction gain some momentum.

Ricochet is a former NXT North American Champion in WWE but has not quite been used well on the main roster. Becoming part of a faction might help him overcome that obstacle.

#1 Jim Ross reveals how WWE Chairman Vince McMahon behaved after Owen Hart's death

Jim Ross recently talked about Vince McMahon and how he changed backstage following Owen Hart's death during a WWE PPV. Owen Hart lost his life in an unfortunate accident which was followed by a lawsuit on WWE by the Hart family.

Jim Ross revealed that Vince McMahon was hardly in Gorilla Position and did not give prompts during commentary, as he was busy with the lawsuit.

"All I knew is the busier Vince was during the show, the less he was in my headset. I relished those days. I didn't question it. If we were by ourselves, we would converse and not confront, but never ask him a question of that nature if anybody else was in earshot. He didn't like that and you didn't get your order. The way you ask for the order with him is if you converse in private. I don't give a s**t if it's Hellen Keller in the room with you, he isn't going to come clean if there's another heartbeat in the room. He's just not." H/t Wrestling Inc

Jim Ross also talked about Vince McMahon's opinion on Christmas, saying that the WWE Chairman did not care much for the holiday season.