Evan Bourne has tweeted he is healthy and ready to return to action.
CM Punk vs Fans:
CM Punk has responded to criticism from fans who say He is not good to meet, and that He has a bad attitude... "You can't get mad when I blow you off after you poke me in the back or pull on my shirt to get my attention. Respect is a two way street. Use manners and treat me respectfully and I will reciprocate and sign/take pictures.If you're rude, buzz off.I am not a zoo animal. #respect"
Fandango:
The former Johnny Curtis has discussed his career in WWE so far... On his pre Fandango gimmick... "I wasn't really exactly sure where they were going with those vignettes. I was willing to do anything to get on TV. Obviously, I wouldn't disagree or argue with any verbiage they're going to give me for talking. Wasn't exactly sure where that was going to go. I don't if necessarily that was the way they wanted the vignettes to go. Obviously, they scratched it, and then I went back on the shelf for a little while [until] the Fandango thing." On the creation of Fandango... "Initially, Vince [McMahon] had an idea of a male stripper. We kind of did that in a few dark matches as simply Johnny Curtis. It was like a Dirty Dancing, kind of Swayze deal. I think they saw it and realized real quick that it's a little risky. It was Fandango a little more sexy, a little not quite PG. Vince had an idea to do the ballroom thing, and I embraced it, man. Thing is, if you can play a hard character, a real complicated character like this or the Undertaker — anything that's really far out there — I think you can make money with it if you really embrace it, you know what I'm saying? If you just go into it not really into it, people are going to see right through it and see just a guy playing a character [and] not really into it. I'm like, 'This is an opportunity I've been waiting for for 13, 14 years. I either gotta really embrace this thing or just go back to working for EWA in Maine making 50 bucks a night.'" On the fans taking to his theme song... "I almost started smiling when they were doing it just because that Monday Night Raw was unbelievable. For me being a wrestling fan, that was one of those crowds that kind of reminds me of the old ECW [Extreme Championship Wrestling] arena where the fans became part of the show. Anyone that got to go out there that Monday night after 'Mania got to enjoy that crowd. First thought in my head was, 'Oh, can we make some money off of this?' That's all I thought about honestly. We did the Europe tour right after that. The Raw after 'Mania we went to Europe for two weeks on tour, and just the crowd reaction over there was unbelievable, so maybe I'm like the new Hasselhoff where I'm just big over in Europe. [Laughs]"
Diva ready to return:
Rosa Mendes is set to return to the road, after her suspension from WWE for bad behaviour during the European tour.
TNA's ''Big signing'':
TNA's big Summer signing is expected to debut next week on Impact.
Matt Hardy:
Matt Hardy has made a creative YouTube video, in response to fans who disrespect him...
Bret Hart apology:
Bret Hart has responded to heat for his joke to Pat Patterson (See Tuesday's post)... "I sincerely apologize to anyone that was in any way offended by my in-ring joke to Pat Patterson on Monday, especially to Pat, whom I hold in the highest regard. I was only trying to take some of the edge off an emotionally challenging moment and I failed. The comment does not in any way reflect my feelings toward the gay and lesbian community. B"
Bully Ray:
Bully Ray has put TNA over whilst promoting Slammiversary... "We have some of the greatest veterans of pro wrestling and some of the greatest modern-day wrestlers," said Bully. "There's great in-ring action, great talkers, great brawlers and hot girls. Anything that you want in pro wrestling, you can find in TNA."
Sting talks walking away:
"There is a large wrestling audience that doesn't want to say goodbye to my generation — guys like myself and Hogan — and still appreciates us," Sting said. "It's the same for me. It's hard to walk away. I want to give Boston something to remember."
Jim Ross promotes UK speaking tour:
"I will take the live audience on a journey that starts when I became a wrestling fan growing up as an only child in Westville, Oklahoma through the early days of my career in the territories, the corporate years in the wrestling business, overcoming a few hurdles along the way and up until the present day. These events will also feature a healthy, Q&A session and will conclude with a VIP, personal meet and greet, photo and autograph session. If our concept works in the UK we hope to schedule more dates there and there's been talk of doing a tour in Australia, where I've never traveled, and in North America as well. Time will tell but It's something that has me excited as I feel the presentation has potential. "
Maria lands another movie:
The same day Maria Kanellis wrapped her role on Army Of The Dead, She has landed another role in the 2014 movie ''A Bet's A Bet''.
Dolph Ziggler:
The World Champion will be working this weekend's lives, despite not been cleared by Doc's, he probably won't be wrestling.
Vince McMahon vs Smokers:
He tweeted... ''To smoke a cigarette, you have to SUCK''
The Rock is in Hungary to start filming his movie Hercules. He will also be appearing on US TV screens, his reality show ''The Hero'' debuts before TNA next week.
Jim Ross reveals his HOF vote for 2014:
He says he wants to see Danny Hodge enshrined... "Dan traveled the Louisiana roads for years as the reigning NWA Junior Heavyweight Champion and is in every Hall of Fame that includes wrestlers in the world as far as I know," Ross wrote. "Dan was the first wrestler to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated, of which I have a copy, in 1957. The NCAA's version of the Heisman Trophy, given to the top wrestler annually, is called the Dan Hodge Award. Goggle Dan Hodge if you want to read about a legit legend whose exploits will likely never be duplicated. "
The truth is out there:
WWE have revealed the truth behind 8 of wrestling's most famous Urban Legends... * 1... Vince would never fire Shawn Michaels... False... Shawn Michaels and his then partner Marty Jannetty WERE fired by Vince McMahon, before their WWE careers ever really started. In 1988 perennial jobber Jimmy Jack Funk took offence to the new young stars on the block and during a visit to a local drinking establishment decided to haze them. He was sitting at a table eating glass (Because that's what you did in the 80's) and was constantly challenging the boys to prove that they ''Knew how to party'', Shawn eventually grew tired of the goading and grabbed a glass, and smashed it on his own head. Jimmy Jack went to the office and told Vince that the Rockers trashed the bar, and they were released. They of course did return later the same year, and the rest is history. * 2. Vince sent Nash and Hall to WCW, to kill the competition... False... Some really believe that Vince wanted rid of WCW, and orchestrated a maniacal plan to send two of his top guys over to poison their brand. The facts prove this story is untrue, Kevin Nash and Scott Hall went for the money, and WCW whooped WWE in the ratings for more than a year and a half, Vince's ego wouldn't allow that to happen on purpose. * 3 Andre The Giant once drank 156 beers in a single sitting... True... According to Tim White, his handler at the time, Andre would regularly do such feats, he also once ate and drank everything on a plane before they had even taken off. * 4 The Hardcore Title was the old WWF title smashed by Mr. Perfect... Even WWE aren't sure about this one, or so they say, but the first Hardcore Champ, gave a big hint, with a cheeky Mick Foley wink and smile saying... “I have no idea, But it makes ‘perfect’ sense.” * 5 WWE funded ECW... True... But is wasn't as philanthropic as it sounds. Vince wanted to get fans to return to WWE during the Monday Night Wars, and decided that a pairing with the Extreme promotion would get fans to give them another look. ECW also profited from a greater national, and international exposure. * 6 Bret Hart knew all about the Montreal screwjob... False... No he didn't, He says he had bad feelings about the night, but he trusted Earl Hebner would not betray him. Vince McMahon said he made what was a ''Purely Business decision''. * 7 There were two Ultimate Warriors... False... This one is gold, fans believed that the ''Real'' Ultimate Warrior died in 1991, and WWE (Then F) brought in a new guy to replace him, hoping fans wouldn't notice. What really happened was The Ultimate Warrior was fired in a dispute over money at SummerSlam 1991, WWE decided to bring him back at WrestleMania 8 in 1992. He returned with a different haircut and more defined muscles, and also changed his ring gear, but was the same guy, there is and was only one Ultimate Warrior. * 8 Macho Man gave Hulk Hogan his Mania 9 black eye... False... Hulk Hogan was involved in a jet ski accident days before the show, and (he says) he defied Doctors orders to compete at the event.
Bobby Eaton update:
His Sister released the following health update... ''Goodmorning ! Update own my Brother , Bobby Eaton. Talked to the Nurse today. BOBBY is still improving . He knows wherd his at an what year it is . Still has away to go.His Heart rate is the same .so keep the prayers coming . Thankyou''
Jeff Hardy:
Dixie Carter has revealed that Jeff Hardy will return at Slammiversary.
Former wrestler arrested for child sex abuse:
Eugene "Buck" Zumhofe, has been accused by his niece (Now 29) who says her Uncle abused her at the age of 15, when She was living in his home. Zumhofe faces 12 felony counts of criminal sexual conduct, including seven counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct of a minor under 16 years of age and six felony counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct of a person at least 16 but under 18 years of age." He is in jail, where he will remain until his June 10 court date.
Worst Raw of 2013:
This weeks Raw was the least viewed of the year, scoring only 2 Million viewers. It is only the second time in 2013 they have fallen below 4 Million.
Raw post show:
WWE plan on regular 15 minute post Raw shows on their app.
Samuray Del Sol to WWE:
A snag has emerged in the signing of the indy star, he has not yet completed the medical checks for his deal, and the news of the contract offer was released prematurely.
Main Event:
Josh Matthews, The Miz (Who is currently in Germany) and Ricardo Rodriguez will be the regular announce team for the WWE's mid week show.
Why Big E. is facing Del Rio:
Big E. Langston had been facing the former World Champ on TV's and lives to cover Dolph Ziggler's absence. But he also had to face him again this week because Jack Swagger was not allowed into Canada due to his legal issues.
New WWE signing:
Corey Weston signed his WWE papers today. He is a Dory Funk trainee, that was scouted by Gerry Brisco.
More on Mark Henry's heat within WWE:
The heat on Mark Henry is coming from the creative department, and it is huge. Although WWE do advise talent to rest if they are hurt, which is what Mark is doing, Creative feel let down that after a year out, they have built him back up and made him as hot as he was before, only for him to walk with only a heart beats notice. They made their point on this weeks Raw, having JBL say He "Took his ball and went home" as a direct jab at the big man.
Payback change:
Vince McMahon stepped in personally to change the WWE Title stipulation because he wants this match to be a career defining moment in the career of John Cena, saying this match needs to be ''Epic''. Cena will face Ryback.
TNA Impact teaser:
* Sting & Joseph Park vs. World Heavyweight Champion Bully Ray & Devon * AJ Styles vs. Mr. Anderson * Chris Sabin & Taryn Terrell vs. Kenny King & Gail Kim in a mixed tag team match * Chavo Guerrero, Hernandez, James Storm & Gunner vs. Bobby Roode, Austin Aries, Daniels & Kazarian. * More news and updates for this Sunday's Slammiversary pay-per-view. Also don't forget it starts 1 hour earlier than usual.
Dixie Carter hypes major new signing:
She tweeted... "And the ink is just drying on a BIG free agent that will rock #ImpactLIVE on @SpikeTV. Tune in & join us on this summer adventure."
Hall Of Famer Mick Foley has accused Triple H of making Joe Hennig look weak on his debut under his new name, by slapping him in the face, however he feels the former Michael McGillicutty will have a big future with Paul Heyman at his side... "For people who ask me if I think this guy has a chance. Not only is he talented and waited his turn and lived through the Michael McGillicutty indignity. I asked him about that and obviously he didn't want to say anything bad about the company, but he said ,'It hurt a little, it stung when you get your name and it's Michael McGillicutty. Short term you can say, 'well why didn't he beat Triple H?' But like I said, me being on the outside looking in, depending how this thing plays out, never underestimate the verbal skills of Paul Heyman or the skills of Michael McGillicutty. As a fan it has me hooked. Even if you're not saying Curtis Axel right now, I believe that Paul is the master. I call him the master gardener. He knows how much water and sunshine to give his project and then they have to grow on their own."
Bobby Eaton:
Has been re-hospitalized with further heart problems, he will not be allowed out until his heart rate is under control, and is functioning at a more normal pace.
Dolph Ziggler:
WWE have updated Dolph Ziggler's status. He may return next week, but it is highly unlikely that he will wrestle, as Doctors have not yet cleared him, he may come back to cut a promo.
SmackDown SPOILERS!!!:
* Kane vs Seth Rollins * Daniel Bryan vs Roman Reigns * Kofi Kingston vs Ryback * Alberto Del Rio vs Big E. Langston * Curtis Axel vs Sin Cara Note, Curtis is now using his late Father's finish the Perfect Plex as his finisher. * Chris Jericho vs Cody Rhodes * Dean Ambrose vs Randy Orton
WWE Alum at TV's:
Lance Storm brought his wrestling students to this weeks WWE TV Taping's.
Performance Center:
WWE's Performance center's opening date has been pushed back a week, to July 8.
Bully Ray vs the Radio Host:
Bully Ray, the current TNA Champion is currently busy doing the media rounds promoting Slammiversary, but one interviewer seems to have angered the big man... He said before the interviewer had asked a single question... "Honestly, [I'm] instantly offended that you... like for real, in real life, right now immediately offended that you would call me a mediocre athlete," Bully said. "You really should take it back if you want the interview to continue. I will walk out this door if you're going to start off this interview questioning my athletic ability. After all of my success, you're going to question my athletic ability? There's not a damn thing in the wrestling ring I can't do, and I bet you there's not one thing that you can do." Bully was responding to the producer of the show, Jimmy Stewart (Who is a Jeff Hardy fan) saying to him before the show that Hardy was a phenomenal athlete, but Bully was mediocre, and that the wrong guy was walking around with the belt.
WWE visit Bedrock:
WWE already have a Scooby Doo movie coming out, they have now signed on to make a Flintstones animated movie, John Cena, CM Punk and Vince McMahon will be some of the stars visiting the prehistoric family. Their characters will be called... Vince McMagma, CM Punkrock and John Cenastone.
WWE star benched:
Kofi Kingston will undergo surgery on his elbow, benching him for up to 8 weeks later this week. WWE say Ryback did the damage on this weeks SmackDown, but he has been suffering for a long time with the problem and WWE have decided to write him out not now, so he can be 100% when he comes back for his Summer heel turn, and top level feuds that follow.
Kurt Angle talks WWE return:
"Since these guys wrestle part-time, obviously it's appealing. But that's what I do in Impact Wrestling now," said Angle, who said that his current schedule is 65 % lighter than at its peak. "My loyalty is with Impact Wrestling right now. I can't think about it yet until my contract is up. But is there a possibility [that I'll return to WWE]? You can't throw anything off the table."
JBL offends mayor:
JBL made a joke about partying with Toronto's Mayor Rob Ford, saying if he did he would have been indicted. This is in response to an alleged video of the Mayor smoking crack, He says the video does not exist, despite media sources claiming to have copies of the tape. He is therefore unhappy that WWE have made light of what is a very difficult situation for him.
Olympics:
Wrestling has been added to a shortlist of 5 sports for entry into the 2020 Olympic Games, it was dropped from the next games in 2016 in February. The decision of the winner will be made in September.
"About mid-way through the match I had torn my rectus tendon as well as my adductor tendon off my pelvis, and then I found out that I had three wonderful hernia tears, which I had repaired about three and a half weeks ago," said Rock. "There's also a lot of fun swelling in the 'cash and prizes' area for the first week and a half. Those were sexy times. … It's a lot of fun pain to go through, but everything is good, thank you."
SA vs UK:
South African WWE star Justin Gabriel says he wants to face British star Wade Barrett on the upcoming South African tour, because South Africans don't like the British... (Well F U very much :P) He told the show ''Tonight'' in the country... "My main beef is with Wade Barrett. You know us South Africans, we don't get along well with the British, so we are cashing in on that."
Payback:
The WWE Title match has been changed from an Ambulance match, to a 3 Stages of Hell match, with the Ambulance match being the deciding fall... * Stage 1 - Lumberjack Match * Stage 2 - Tables Match * Stage 3 - Ambulance Match. The Intercontinental Title match will be Wade Barrett vs The Miz vs Fandango. The planned US and Tag Team Title matches will likely not happen now, as the rematches from Extreme Rules happened on Raw last night.
Punk's return... Or...:
Paul Heyman accepted a match at Payback for his client CM Punk, who was challenged by Chris Jericho. Now this could be legit, as Payback is in CM Punk's home town, but I sense a story line arc for the Summer feud between Brock and Punk here. Maybe Punk will take offence to Heyman booking matches for him without his consent, leading to tensions which will culminate in SummerSlam.
Bret Hart night:
After Raw went off the air last night, Jerry Lawler entered the ring and introduced Bret Hart, he was joined by the mayor of Calgary, who said May 27 will from now on be ''Bret Hart Day'' in the city. Bret said he was ''honored'' and ''He could feel his father, Owen and The British Bulldog''. He went on to thank all the wrestlers he faced during his career, especially Mr. Perfect and The British Bulldog Davey Boy Smith, he said this night meant more than any title, because it was the people of Calgary that were honouring him. He became emotional when he thanked his family, (His children). Other stars then came down down to pay tribute, including Chris Jericho, Shawn Michaels, Vince McMahon and others. There was an awkward moment though, Pat Patterson got down on one knee to declare Bret Hart, Canada's greatest wrestler. Bret responded by saying that he ''Always got nervous when he saw Patterson on his knees''. (Patterson is homosexual), leading to Jerry Lawler trying to deflect the joke and move on as quickly as possible. Patterson took it well though. Bret's Brother Smith Hart wasn't as impressed, he tweeted... "Not concerned about my family not being apart of the celebration tonight but I do think they're are a few people who really should've been... Notably Jim Neidhart, Jimmy Hart, Roddy Piper, Mayor Nechi, Edge, Steve Austin and even the Undertaker" He also took a shot at WWE, for having his niece Natalya lose on what was her 31st Birthday and in front of her home crowd. "Should be upset that Natalya had to lose on her birthday in her hometown, but Im actually happy she got to work and show how talented she is"
Indy great joins WWE:
Sami Callihan has officially signed with WWE.
Sin Cara heat?:
Sin Cara has now had an IC Title shot nixed twice, firstly on last weeks Main Event, and again on last nights Raw, no reason for the change in booking on either show has been released by WWE.
Dolph Ziggler:
World Champion Dolph is penciled in to return to TV next week, following a concussion.
Raw fight:
A group of fans started brawling during the John Cena vs Curtis Axel match on Raw last night, Security stepped in and 3 men and a ''Large'' Woman were removed from the arena.
Zack Ryder:
Zack's new YouTube show is to be called the Last ReZort.
NXT promotions:
WWE aired a vignette on Raw last night to start the promotion stories of the Wyatt Family from NXT, Bray Wyatt (Formerly Husky Harris), Luke Harper and Erick Rowan will be on Raw soon.
Heat on Mark Henry:
WWE are said to be very disappointed in their long term star, feeling he is taking time off for his shoulder injury unnecessarily, because surgery is not needed. They had a big feud planned for him vs Big E. Langston going into the Summer, that is now on the shelf.
Big E. Langston:
Langston will be turned face soon, possibly at Payback.
Hulk Hogan's mea culpe:
Hulk Hogan has caused offence by posting some gruesome pictures of burns to his hand to his Twitter account over the weekend, he today apologised for upsetting his followers... "I apologize for posting my burned hand photos,with all the feedback I now realize I really should take a moment before I make a decision. HH"
Eric Young:
Eric Young will undergo his 16th Throat Surgery today.
Roddy Piper:
Hall Of Famer Hot Rod Rowdy Roddy Piper will be a star guest on Storage Wars tonight.
WWE have listed their 25 greatest managers... 25 - The Genius 24 - Marlena 23 - Michael Hayes 22 - Armando Estrada 21 - Oliver Humperdink 20 - Harvey Wippleman 19 - Million Dollar Man Ted DiBiase 18 - Teddy Long 17 - Stephanie McMahon 16 - Slick 15 - Vickie Guerrero 14 - Paul Ellering 13 - Miss Elizabeth 12 - Sunny 11 - Mr. Fuji 10 - James E. Cornette 9 -- Arnold Skaaland 8 -- Paul Bearer 7 -- Grand Wizard 6 -- Sensational Sherri 5 -- Captain Lou Albano 4 -- Classy Freddie Blassie 3 -- Jimmy Hart 2 -- Paul Heyman 1 -- Bobby The Brain Heenan Who is your favourite Manager???
Indy great joins WWE:
Samuray Del Sol has officially been signed to a WWE contract, he will join NXT in July.
Wrestler dies:
Former WWE, WCW and TNA star Hector Garza has lost his battle with Lung Cancer, he died yesterday at the age of 43. He most famously worked for WWE at the 1997 Royal Rumble, and as a member of the Latino World Order during his WCW days. R.I.P Dead Wrestlers.
Official Raw tease:
* With Ryback getting closer to gold, Cena will have his work cut out for him * Will Kane and Daniel Bryan request their rematch against Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns? * Will Bryan's bad mood come back to haunt Team Hell No? * What's next from Paul Heyman and Curtis Axel?
Hall Of Famer ends retirement
Terry Funk will come out of retirement to face fellow HOF'er Mil Mascaras for the first time in their great careers. The match will be in Texas on August 2.
Diva misses weekends:
Cameron is still suffering from her illness, and was not working this weekend.
WWE Hall Of Fame:
WWE are in talks with Universal Studios in Florida as a venue for their physical Hall Of Fame, it will, it seems be more of an attraction than a museum.
He has discussed his transition from the ring to the announce desk... "One night, Bruce Pritchard told me that I'd be needed the next day in Atlanta. This was strange because Bruce never really talked to me. I was a new guy and Bruce had been contributing to the business for years. I'd always known who he was and liked his work so it was kind of cool to me. I went to Atlanta and was told that I'd be tried out as a commentator. I'd been doing this for years… since I was seven. I had my own imaginary federation that my G.I. Joe and AWA wrestling figures competed within. I did commentary into a tape recorder- my mother still has the tapes. So that's what I did. Turns out it was Joey Styles' idea and Joey had the foresight, courage and belief to bring it up in a meeting once a need opened up on ECW. Now, in all honesty, it was probably agreed upon just to move on to the next, bigger problem that needed attention, but either way - I was in."
A royal return:
Jerry Lawler scored the winning fall in his return to the ring last night. He tweeted after the match... "Thanks to WWE Hall of Famer Dory Funk Jr for being my partner in my in ring return against some of his students! Everything went well." Photo taken shortly before the bout.
TNA Slammiversary:
TNA have released the details of the fan fest activities at this years show... Fan InterAction Autograph Session 1: 9am-11:30am Middlesex Ballroom Austin Aries Bobby Roode Christopher Daniels Kazarian Joseph Park Samoa Joe Kenny King Chris Sabin 9am-11:30am Salon A Christy Hemme SoCal Val Taryn Terrell ODB Gail Kim Mike Tenay Todd Keneley Hector Guerrero Willie Urbina Fan InterAction Autograph Session 2: 12pm-2:30pm Middlesex Ballroom Bully Ray Devon D.O.C. Garett Bischoff Knux Mr. Anderson Wes Brisco Taz 12pm-2:30pm Salon A James Storm Gunner Jeff Hardy Kurt Angle Suicide Jay Bradley Chavo Guerrero, Jr. Hernandez Main Event Session 3pm-5:30pm Hulk Hogan
The Rock:
The Rock says he has been cleared to return to his full training regime, following his WrestleMania injury.
The Big Show has been working with a torn Labrum (Shoulder) for the past few weeks.
Good luck Kingfish:
Hall Of Famer Jerry Lawler will wrestle for the first time since his heart attack on Raw last summer, tonight, go get em' king fish... Give 'em hell...
WrestleMania numbers released:
WrestleMania 29 sold 1.048 million buys, lower than the predicted 1.2 Million.
Sofia Cortez talks WWE release:
"The release ... the rumors, they're just rumors ... no matter what I say, I could say it 100 times: no I don't have a bad attitude ... I know for sure that since day one since I started my career I always seek to approach my work as professional as possible. I've heard it all. ... People close to me, people that work with me can testify to that ... my work is everything to me, it's all I know. I gave up scholarships from school and I was an honor student and I gave up all of it to go on this voyage with complete odds against me ... Of course I'm going to approach it with all my heart."
Top 10:
This weeks WWE top 10 is worst intro's...
Personal Note... Number 4 FTW... , and I also love the Pettengill's power slide on number 2.
Former WWE star Amy Weber has continued the success of her music career with a second track making it into the top 10 charts both in the US and European dance listings.
Jerry Lawler:
The King Jerry Lawler has spoken about his return to the ring (Tomorrow), saying his Doctors have assured him that not only will he be fine to wrestle, but it will actually be good for his heart... "He said everything looked great, that I was good to go, who was advised to watch his sodium and cholesterol intake. "I asked if I can go back to doing what I've always done, and he said it wouldn't be a problem, that it actually should be good because it will be cardio work, which is good for me. Anything to get my heart rate up. I asked if taking a body slam would be an issue. He said nothing like that would affect my heart."
New Champ in TNA:
Mickie James is the new TNA Women's Champion after winning the Gold on Impact last night. She has now increased her record as a 9 time Women's Champion (WWE & TNA), ahead of Trish Stratus who held the WWE Women's Title 7 times, and Victoria (2 WWE, 5 TNA).
Slammiversary:
Sam Shaw will wrestle Jay Bradley at TNA's biggest show of the year. Chavo Guerrero & Hernandez will defend the Tag Titles vs Gunner and James Storm. TNA's second Hall Of Famer will be announced at the PPV. Who played Suicide on TNA?: TJ Perkins, the former ROH star has taken the role, he returned to TNA last night.
TNA Impact SPOILERS!!! for 30/5/2013:
* Gunner, James Storm, Chavo Guerrero and Hernandez vs Austin Aries, Bobby Roode, Daniels and Kazarian * Sting and Joseph Park vs Devon and Bully Ray. * Garett Bischoff vs. Samoa Joe. * Taryn Terrell and Chris Sabin vs Gail Kim and Kenny King. * AJ Styles vs Mr. Anderson.
NXT Title changes hands (SPOILERS!!!):
Bo Dallas beat Big E. Langston to wn the NXT Title in the second of 4 episodes taped last night, he was booed by the crowd despite portraying the face role in the match, the regulars at NXT obviously disappointed that Big E has no ties to the feeder league, and will probably not attend the shows monthly anymore. Paige, Alicia Fox, Summer Rae, and Emma progressed into the Semi's of the NXT Women's Title tournament.
Zack Ryder:
Zack Ryder has posted a second video teasing a return for his YouTube show, however it seems it will not follow the same formula as the previous episodes...
New WWE DVD:
The Mid South Wrestling DVD from WWE will be called Legends of Mid-South Wrestling, and is due for release on September 10.
NXT star gets new name:
Axl Keegan, is now called Mickie Keegan, probably because of Curtis Axel's name change.
More cuts coming to NXT:
WWE are expected to cut more NXT stars on or before July 1. They say they will axe stars that have been in NXT for a long time, but are not close enough to promotion to the main roster to keep around. All those left off WWE.Com yesterday will be sweating their futures, including Conor O'Brian, and I (Won't believe it, even if it happens) am hearing rumours of Richie Steamboat facing the chop.
WWE lives:
This weekend will see the end of the branded live shows, Raw and SmackDown separate tours will now be held under the new ''WWE Live'' name.
WWE feature:
WWE have interviewed Dave Millican, the man that has made some of their most popular and prestigious tites, including the Winged Eagle, and Big Gold.
Released stars reunite:
Trent Baretta, Percy Watson, Derrick Bateman, and Briley Pierce have launched a YouTube channel at this link.
Curtis Axel:
WWE have released Curtis Axel's new entrance video, with a familiar tune, (His Dad's)...
Titus thanks Batista:
Titus O'Neil says Batista gave him the chance to live his dreams of making it in wrestling... "If you would have told me a few years ago that I would be a WWE superstar today, I would tell you you're a fool, If it wasn't for a very good friend of mine and my neighbor, Dave Batista, I can assure you I wouldn't be here today."
Mr. Anderson snubs TNA:
A TV network has interviewed Mr. Anderson and called him an Ex WWE star, but neither they, or he mentioned that he currently works for TNA.
Scott Hall video diary:
Scott's Son Cody visits his dad in the latest Vlog from the bad guy...
Byron Saxton:
Former NXT star Byron Saxton has been added to WWE.Com today, he left the NXT roster when he moved into a backstage role, but has today been re-added on the new WWE.Com NXT Roster page.
Former WWE Referee Jimmy Korderas has announced that the Bret Hart appreciation night will air only on the Score in Canada, and will not be aired on the US broadcast of Raw next week.
NXT:
Tonight 4 more episodes of NXT will be taped, including the Tournament to crown the first ever NXT Women's Champion. Also problems are emerging for HHH, with morale at an all time low according to former head trainer Dr. Tom Prichard, he says the recent releases have shocked and demoralised the roster, and that the current head Bill DeMott is not universally liked, due to his training methods.
New Diva's:
WWE have today signed 2 new Diva's, from the world of bodybuilding... * Christina Vargas is a 28 year old, 5 foot tall and 180 lbs. figures and bikini competitor on the bodybuilding circuit. She was a junior national champion in 2009 before going pro and competing at the Olympia bikini contest the past 2 years. * Alexis "Lexi" Kaufman is a 21 year old bikini contest competitor who recently placed 14th at the Arnold Classic. Like Vargas, Kaufman also has had exposure in bodybuilding magazines.
Possible SummerSlam feud leaked:
Brock Lesnar vs CM Punk is currently being discussed for this years SummerSlam, the plan is for the two men to fight it out to prove who is the #1 Heyman Guy, with Paul himself standing in a neutral corner, as Bobby Heenan did at the '89 Royal Rumble for the Haku vs Harley Race match. However Paul Heyman would turn on one of the men and stay loyal to the other, it is rumoured Punk would be the man to be betrayed by Heyman, leading to him re-turning face.
Hardcore Holly talks his new book:
"It never occurred to me that it was a bad idea. The only thing that occurred to me, the whole 18 months it took to write this, is nobody's gonna want to read my book; nobody's gonna want it. I mean, I was just a midcard guy, you know, and it was like 'Who is going to want to read my story? I mean, there's nothing exciting about me.' So, that's what ran through my mind, and then after we edited it over and over because we'd send it back to ECW Press and then they'd send it back and we'd have to edit and do this and do that to it and after reading it many times over; every time we read it over, it was still interesting. So that's when it occurred to me, 'Hey, maybe people will find this interesting.' Because, every time a read a chapter, it still captivated me and it still does; when I pick up my book and see what somebody had read and they talk about it and I go back and look at it, I end up reading the whole chapter again. And that's what made me think that maybe people will want to buy this and read it. So, it was a lot of work too, but it was fun and it had its times where it reminded me of certain bad times and stuff like that. But, it was a good experience, it really was."
WWE's TV schedule:
In July before an overseas tour, WWE will host 4 TV's in a week, all 4 shows will be taped in Texas, details are as follows... July 22 - Raw - Live from Frank Erwin Center in Austin. July 23 - Raw - Taped from Laredo Energy Arena in Laredo. July 24 - SmackDown - Taped from Corpus Christi. July 25 - SmackDown - Taped from Houston.
UK Convention guests confirmed:
Lita, Tara, Kid Kash, Doug Williams and Shelton Benjamin will all appear in Milton Keynes this weekend at the Football stadium.
TNA Impact teaser:
* Aces and Eights will have a "Patching In" ceremony to welcome AJ Styles into the group. * Hulk Hogan will be on tonight's show to address Styles joining Aces and Eights. * Kurt Angle will face Bully Ray. * Sting and Bully Ray will be at the show. Will Aces and Eights try to eliminate Sting before Slammiversary? * James Storm will announce his partner for Slammiversary. * Suicide makes his return. * TNA Knockouts Champion Velvet Sky will defend her title against Mickie James * The GutCheck Tournament continues with Sam Shaw battling Alex Silva, with the winner earning a spot in the upcoming "Bound For Glory Series"
WWE suffer court setback:
In the case of WWE vs Papa, who is suing WWE over the use of the song Badstreet USA in the Legends Of WrestleMania video game. According to Papa, he registered the song for licensing in 1983 and retained all rights. Papa had checked to see if the song was properly registered to him and his companies after video game publisher THQ contacted him about using the song in the video game. He discovered that the song was "improperly and erroneously re-registered" by WWE and given a new registration number, which resulted in WWE receiving royalties for the song, which has been used in DVDs, matches on WWE television and as ring tones on cell phones. U.S. District Judge Jane J. Boyle wrote in denying the motion... "The court does not doubt Papa's claim that he did not discover WWE's alleged tortious acts until late 2010, less than three years prior to the filing of the complaint, Nevertheless, the complaint, while alleging that defendants' registration was improper, admits on its face that all of the protected works were re-registered under the name of Michael Seitz or James Alan Johnston as songwriters and composers with Stephanie Music as publisher." The case against WWE has been allowed to continue, however his personal suits against Michael Hayes and Jim Johnston were thrown out.
New additions to WWE.Com:
Today is new Alumnus day, and this week it is one of the greatest female workers in the company's history IMO... Jacqueline.
