Wednesday, January 23, 2013

Today's News

MVP:


Has, yet again, denied he will be entering the Royal Rumble match...

"I'll be thrilled when this years Rumble is over so people will a) see I'm no liar. And b) stop asking me if I'll be in it. Glad ya miss me."


WrestleMania ticket issues:


Ticketmaster had issues selling tickets to Fan Axxess yesterday, during the pre sale start, WWE said they were working with the company to resolve the problems as quickly as they possibly could.


Raw fan, not happy:


A ''Seat Filler'' at Raw is 20 was not happy with his experience, he was brought to the arena so the stadium did not look empty for the birthday show, but only found out after the broadcast that his only compensation, would be the free ticket he had received to attend.


Cena mocked by ESPN:


They wrote of John Cena's promo on Raw this week...

"This man used to be money on the mike, but his promo on Raw was seriously one of the most ridiculous, time-wasting experiences I've sat through in years. Curious to know whether his writers are really this out of touch, or if Cena actually thinks he's being funny."

WWE were not happy with him either, The feeling backstage was that Cena got lost in the middle of his promo and really didn't get his point across, whatever that point was.


Superstar Billy Graham health update:


The WWE Hall Of Famer has been removed from continuous oxygen, and will soon be taken off his intravenous antibiotics, which are clearing fluids from his heart cavity, when he is strong enough he will be allowed home, but will have to continue to use oral medication.


Backlund congratulated:


Some wrestlers have commented on Bob Backlund's HOF induction...

Kevin Nash...

"Congratulations to Bob Backland on HOF Thank you for what you did for me at MSG." [Nash defeated Backlund at MSG for his first WWF Championship]

Jim Ross...

"Congrats to Bob Backlund on being a member of #WWE HOF class of 2013. I forgive him 4 applying chicken wing on me back in the day. "

Tommy Dreamer...

"Congrats to Bob Backlund in @WWE HOF well deserved very happy for him 1st wrestler I ever saw. He started the dream 4 me. I got my tux"

Howard Finkel...

"I am delighted that the great Bob Backlund is being inducted into WWE's Hall of Fame, Class of 2013. It's a well deserved honor for him!!"

This is his official induction video...



TNA British Boot Camp winner announced:


Rockstar Spud beat Marty Scurll, and The Blossom Twins to earn a TNA contract, he was picked, says Hulk Hogan, because he is a perfect fit to fill a gap in the X-Division.


Royal Rumble PPV change:


The YouTube live pre show match has been changed for this weekend's Royal Rumble, no longer will there be a qualifying match to get a spot in the Rumble match, instead Antonio Cesaro will defend his US Title vs The Miz. Both men will also be in the over the top rope match.

WWE have also backtracked on the confirmed entrants in the Royal Rumble match, saying the stars that appeared at the end of Raw are not definitely in the match as first thought, but did concede Ryback would be in, we are now back down to 11 confirmed spots, 19 to go.


SmackDown SPOILERS!!!:


* Sheamus vs Wade Barrett

* Natalya vs Rosa Mendes

* Drew McIntyre vs Randy Orton

* Darren Young vs The Miz

* 6 man tag team elimination match (Main Event)...
Alberto Del Rio, Daniel Bryan & Kane vs Big Show, Cody Rhodes & Damien Sandow

Brad Maddox and his personal camera man were attacked in the backstage area, and were then taken to a local hospital, this was taped as a WWE.Com exclusive.


Briscoe says no to WWE:


Jay Briscoe has tweeted he does not intend to appear at this months WWE tryout's...

"Just for the record, my brother and I do not have a WWE try-out coming up, 'we already had a 'tryout'. No, we don't want to do the same s--t again"


WWE close to new video game deal:


A Video Game magazine has stated WWE have a get out clause in their contract with THQ, and have been in talks for a new producer of future games, they are reportedly very close to signing a deal.


Mark Henry:


Is in Istanbul, Turkey doing promotional work for WWE, Dolph Ziggler has gone to Australia, he visited a fan in a children's hospital today.


Injury:


Ted DiBiase has injured his hand.

Jim Ross and Matt Striker are also off the road, both suffering from Flu.


WWE talent told no freebies:


WWE talent have been told they will not receive any free tickets for this Sunday's Royal Rumble PPV, as they say it is sold out.


Napkin gets The Rock a movie:


A drawing on a napkin has convinced The Rock to star in and produce a new movie about a teddy bear saving a girl from a monster as she sleeps, (Pic to follow).


WWE promote WrestleMania 29:


"It only happens once a year, and in 2013, The Showcase of the Immortals comes to the greater New York City area for WrestleMania XXIX! From MetLife Stadium, the biggest stars in WWE and several returning legends compete on sports entertainment's grandest stage. Last year, fans witnessed The Rock defeat John Cena in one of the most epic matches of all time. Will the People's Champ bring it to WrestleMania for the second year in a row? Will Undertaker build on his incomparable legacy by extending his winning streak to 21-0, and is there a brave soul willing to challenge him? Plus, CM Punk, Big Show, Triple H, Sheamus, and several major Superstars strive to cement their legacies and create moments that will own a permanent place in WWE lore."


Mick Foley's inductor:


Will be Terry Funk, this is no surprise, Foley has been asking for him since talk of induction started.


NXT:


WWE are expected to delay further promotions from their developmental league until after WrestleMania, with the possible exception of Paige, to bolster the flagging Women's division.


Ryback:


Talk is Ryback may pull double duty at Mania 29, WWE still plan on a Ryback vs Big Show match, but talk of a Money In The Bank match has emerged, and Ryback is linked to that match also.


TNA release ex WWE star:


Kid Kash has been removed from the promotions website.

Interestingly Gutcheck Winner Christian York, who will wrestle on this weeks Impact (Pre-taped) has also been removed from the roster.


Greatest WCW match:


Ric Flair vs Ricky Steamboat from 1989 has been named by WWE.Com as the best in the promotions history.


Kofi landmark:


Kofi Kingston is celebrating his 5th year as a WWE star (Yesterday).


TNA UK dates 2014:


Thursday January 30, 2014 
Glasgow Hydro

Friday January 31, 2014 
Manchester Arena

Saturday February 1, 2014 
London Wembley Arena

Sunday February 2, 2014 
Birmingham NIA

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