Rick Ucchino

Joined: Sep 3, 2024

Rick Ucchino is the Assistant Editor & Content Coordinator for The Takedown on SI. He also works full-time for 700WLW Radio in Cincinnati, Ohio as a local news and sports anchor, in addition to his time covering the Cincinnati Bengals for Sirius XM. Rick has been on the professional wrestling beat since 2019, having provided coverage for a number of outlets, including Fightful, SB Nation’s Cageside Seats and the Bleav Podcast Network. With an educational background in theater, creative writing and journalism, Rick focuses primarily on the storytelling aspect of pro wrestling, but he’s no stranger to the squared circle himself. He had the privilege of training with former WWE & WCW cruiserweight Jimmy Wang Yang for nearly two years and retired early due to back issues with a perfect 1-0 record in singles competition. Rick is a married father of two incredibly adorable children, who are budding pro wrestling fans themselves. Much to the chagrin of their mother. You can reach Rick at rwucchino@gmail.com

WWE

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The Man's third reign as Women's Intercontinental Champion came to an end after Sol Ruca snatched her soul and her title at Clash in Italy.

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Reactions continue to pour in about Saturday night's Mask vs. Mask Match at AAA Noche De Los Grandes, with many saying the videos are must watch.

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The true identity of the Original El Grande Americano was finally revealed Saturday night at AAA Noche de Los Grandes, and it may shock you to learn who was behind the mask.

El Grande Americano vs. Original El Grande Americano

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Which El Grande Americano will lose their mask tonight at AAA Noche de los Grandes? Here's the start time, match card, how to watch and live stream.

WWE

Will Jacob Fatu be ready to compete against Roman Reigns in Tribal Combat this Sunday at Clash in Italy?

WWE

Will Stephanie Vaquer return to WWE programming this coming Monday night on Raw?

WWE

Jacob Fatu has one final shot to win the World Heavyweight Championship at Clash in Italy. If he fails, he'll become a servant of Roman Reigns. Which will come to fruition this Sunday?

WWE

Just two days out from his match against Gunther at Clash in Italy, WWE Champion Cody Rhodes will be on WWE SmackDown in Barcelona, Spain. Here's the start time, match card, how to watch and live stream.

AEW

Could we see Ronda Rousey back in an AEW ring following her retirement from MMA?

WWE

Brock Lesnar made his return to WWE less than a month after 'retiring', but is he expected to stick around after Clash in Italy?

Apr 10, 2021; Tampa, Florida, USA; Chief Executive Officer of WWE Vince McMahon addresses fans during WrestleMania 37 at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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A judge's opinion has drastically shifted the upcoming shareholder lawsuit involving Vince McMahon, WWE President Nick Khan and others.

Hiroshi Tanahashi retired at Wrestle Kingdom 20 in the Tokyo Dome following a legendary 26-year career.

NJPW

New Japan Pro Wrestling will have a new owner, but the company's president is promising the same product.

Rick Ucchino

Joined: Sep 3, 2024

Sol Ruca and Becky Lynch React to Clash in Italy Women's IC Title Change

Liv Morgan’s Baffling Booking by WWE Creative Continues

WWE Raw Preview (6/1/26): Special Start Time, Match Card, How To Watch & Live Stream

Jacob Fatu Will Be Forced to Acknowledge Roman Reigns After Tribal Combat

WWE

Sol Ruca Bests Becky Lynch to Win WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship at WWE Clash in Italy

WWE

El Grande Americano Draws Thunderous Reactions in Mexico as Wrestling World Raves Over Mask vs Mask Match

WWE

AAA Noche de Los Grandes Results: Identity of Original El Grande Americano Revealed

WWE

AAA Noche de los Grandes Preview: (5/30/26): Start Time, Match Card, How To Watch & Live Stream

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Jacob Fatu Dealing With an Injury Ahead Clash in Italy Main Event

WWE

Latest on Stephanie Vaquer's Return Amid Injury Hiatus

WWE

Predictions for Clash in Italy: Will Roman Reigns or Jacob Fatu Win Tribal Combat?

WWE

WWE SmackDown Preview (5/29/26): Start Time, Match Card, How To Watch & Live Stream

Ronda Rousey Answers Whether She's Interested in More AEW Appearances

Update on Brock Lesnar's WWE Schedule After Clash in Italy

Vince McMahon, Nick Khan and Others Dealt Significant Setback in WWE Shareholder Lawsuit

Hiroshi Tanahashi Issues Statement as NJPW Changes Ownership