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Maryse talks losing record:

WWE Alum Maryse has congratulated AJ Lee for breaking her Diva's Title record, in conversation with WWE.Com...

"I'm actually really proud of AJ for doing that. Congratulations to her. It's a lot of work to have the title for that long. I always loved AJ's interviews. I think she's really entertaining. I love people that can talk and have personality. Right now, my life is not focused on wrestling, but I'm proud of what I accomplished. No matter what, I'm still the most bada$$ Diva of all time. You can't take that away from me."

She also said she has no plans to return to WWE at this stage of her career, but may be open to something in the future.

Jim Ross on new WWE Titles:

Jim Ross says he does not like the idea of bringing back the Women's / Diva's Tag Team Championship...

"At the moment, I'm not overjoyed by the potential of a Divas Tag Championship but I'm willing to see how it evolves over time if it happens."

And on missing WWE...

"I miss being around a lot of my friends in WWE and people that I built relationships with over the last many decade. If you've lived in a certain community or been an inhabitant of an area and you move away, you certainly miss people. You miss the adrenaline rush that came with the great moments. I got very busy and found a lot of things that people were interested in me doing within a matter of days of me leaving WWE. So I really haven't had time or enough empty days that I would sit around and bemoan the fact that I am no longer in WWE. I miss it and had a great run there, over 20 years."

Kelly Kelly hits milestone:

Kelly Kelly says her Facebook has hit 1 Million followers / fans. She is the first female WWE star past or present to earn this landmark.

Teacher Torres:

Eve Torres and her Fiance taught a self defense class with a couple of superstar students this past weekend, Triple H and Stephanie McMahon. Hunter was trained in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, whilst Steph decided to go for an ''Old Matt Hardy chokehold'' to get the better of Eve Torres.

This is a WWE inside joke, relating to Matt Hardy making a drunken pass at Eve once, and Eve responding by choking him out.

Hulk Hogan:

Hulk Hogan told TMZ it would be a ''Dream come true'' to return to WWE, but he was not returning, because he ''Never left''. He also admitted to gimmicking his shirt for his old shirt rip spot.

MVP to TNA:

Dave Meltzer is reporting that WWE Alum MVP will debut for TNA within the next 6 weeks, as part of the new investor story.

MVP has not taken kindly to the story, writing on Twitter...

"For the record, I am STILL very much a free agent and have not signed any contracts with anyone. That is official. If I DO sign a contract with a wrestling company, you'll hear it from ME. No speculation necessary."

Raw:

Tonight Batisa returns to WWE. Here is the official tease for the show...

* Will Brock Lesnar break his own rule and fight for free?

* Will Batista go after Alberto Del Rio?

* Is the gruesome Daniel Bryan & Bray Wyatt rivalry coming to a head?

* How will John Cena react to Randy Orton attacking his father?

* Has "The Big Red Monster" Kane been resurrected?

Warrior vs Vince:

Two letters between The Ultimate Warrior and Vince McMahon that led to the former WWF Champions release post SummerSlam 91 have been leaked onto the internet. Vince always claimed that the Warrior made financial demands, and threats to no show the PPV, forcing him to agree to his terms. He suspended him as soon as the show ended.

Here is the letter the Warrior wrote to Vince setting out what he wanted...

"Vince-

Writing this is a different approach in expressing my feelings about the things we discussed the last 2 days under the pressure of TV. knowing that any second someone would be knocking on the door, etc. Every other avenue we tried - via phone, face to face, myself still walking away with unanswered questions. Always put off till a later date. Always with the same result - no result.

Writing sometimes allows a person to express feelings or say things that don't come in conversations such as we have. Some of the things will once again become repetitive - so what I've heard "in an Essence" at least a million times. I've tried to speak as a friend but sometimes you don't hear. I've spoken as a professional but the direction always gets changed. No you never let me leave with-out a response, but the words you speak never have any definitives. My whole life for the last 5 years has had no room for anything but definitive (Los Angeles on Thurs, San Diego on Friday, San Francisco Sat. Sacramento on Sunday, Prime Time on Monday...) but you always have to have the best way of time. Time to say stew things over to work them your way.

I have been from day 1 different from the others. I have sacrificed myself enough both in my personal life and physical well being. The fairness you say you want everyone to have is unfair to me. I grew in 5 (five) years to become what the "Ultimate Warrior" is today, Always questioning, but nonetheless taking him in the direction you wanted him to go at any particular time. Done what would and has taken other 10-15 years.

The points and suggestions you have made over the last 5 years were very well taken. Now I look at other individuals with less than 1/3 the creativity, desire and hunger I had (have) and wonder how you can look and see them as The One. For you as a friend I pray all the things you believe in rise to the surface and present themselves.

Then there is the side that says "What the f man?" When I was thought of as The One the topics of conversation were - "Treat the veterans with respect". The veterans you spite are the very ones who will f--k it up for you. No matter I listened. I would go to ring push myself to the brink of a heart attack and you would say "When you go to the corner - SMILE?!?! you spoke of the Ultimate Warrior appealing to all, old, young, ugly, beautiful, fat, skinny, black, white.

A character who would show ups and downs emotions and intensities, sensitivities and cold-heartedness when it was needed. Like a yo-yo I obliged so I could be The One. Where the hell are this man's ups and downs. - Total jugular-vein popping yelling at all times. Is this the Total Picture, character, or presentation that can be The One? I learned with you to show intensity at this level but also to show just as much intensity with the look of my eyes or with the whisper of my voice or even better - extreme intensity in total silence. I did all you asked.

The the long-term plan changed. At first I was reluctant for what I believed were the right reasons - but once again I went with what I knew I could believe in - "Vince has never f--ked me" I dealt with what you thought was best no matter what the cost to me. , no matter the countless # of sleepless nights there were to come, no matter the # of times I had to knock on your door with questions I should never have had.

For the last 2 1/12 years I should have never had the questions I did. To stand and make a videotaped apology for something I never did made me realize all we have is business.

Once again I went without sleep, if ever I do so again it will be because I elect to, not because my wandering mind says to do so.

In reaching this conclusion I ask for these things. You say 500,000 for Wrestlemania is unfair, then I say the last 8 1/2 years of not being compensated equally when I meant as much or more to the company was total bulls--t and most definitely unfair. I have sacrificed more than 500,000 more than 1 million dollars, even more in monies that should have been paid to mein receiving equal compensation as Hulk.

I paid my goddamn dues long ago. I need not pay anymore. I have given everything and never once was there a knock on my f--king door. Whether to bulls--t as a friend or help me thru my times of need or you trusting me to help you thru yours.

I ask for these things Vince and the answers must come for the next event is upon you. It has been for me the 5 years and for you to tell me you need to evaluate whether or not I'm cost-effective and this takes time us unfair. A show runs at a given time and date - I have always been there, never asking for time to see if I have the rest, food or whatever it takes to make it. Now I ask the same of you.

I want (1) $550,000 release from the monies allotted me to purchase my home. This will suffice as my Wrestlemania VII payoff, but let it be noted it is not fair. I meant as much or more to that show as Hulk - I deserve to be paid the same (I know what Hulk will get)

(2) 4 days off every other time off period - except Pay Per View only.

(3) I want the same pay cut as Hulk gets on all Pay-Per-Views, SNME, FRIDAY PRIMETIME, house shows and proof as such. The same pay cut applies to what Hulk has been paid with relationship to past events Wrestlemania V, VI, VII i.e when Hulk was top draw.

(4) I want numbers and proof of monies done on 1-900-Hulk and likewise same pay cut.

(5) Same pay cut on all forms of merchandising.

Because I have had to always knock on your door Words alone are not good enough. I understand Doug Sages is on Vacation, call him take his days off away like you do to the boys and myself and have it written. Everytime I had to knock upon your door upon leaving I have always apologized. I no long feel I have any reason to apologize, Therefore I will not. I have tried to speak as a friend, but maybe I don't have the qualities you required to seek me out as a friend. The videotaped apology was the icing on the cake - you see it as business so whether I like it or not I must do the same. Whatever your decision I can and will live with it Till then I remain home with one who cares

-Jim"

And here is the response from McMahon...

"Dear Jim:

"This letter is in response to your facsimile to me of July 10, 1991.

1. You will be paid an aggregate amount of $550,000 (five-hundred-fifty-thousand) for your participation in WrestleMania VII.

2. With the exception of special events only, you will receive four days off every other time off period.

3. Your pay rate on house shows will increase to 4-5% of the net, effective immediately, with the understanding that no other WWF athlete will be paid at a higher rate. Likewise, no other WWF athlete will be paid at a higher pay rate than you on pay-per-view events.

4. Effective immediately, your royalty rate on all forms of merchandise is to be increased. The specific amount will be determined in writing within one week.

5. Your compensation for the Warrior 900 hotline will be identical to that of the Hulk 900 hotline. Likewise, documentation for this will follow in writing within one week.

I regret the turmoil you've put yourself though and your agonizing over what you feel is fair compensation. And even though we have a difference of opinion over some of these matters, I am resolved to work with you in the same honest and equitable way that I always have. Furthermore, I would like to express to you my deepest appreciation and admiration for you as a performer, as a member of the WWF family, as a man and as my friend.

- Vince"

Jake The Snake slams Warrior:

When asked about Ultimate Warrior going in the HOF, he said...

''I know, man! I know that. But maybe they're taking in a$$holes and not great talent. I don't know''

And then, after being asked if he felt he deserved induction...

''Well, whether you deserve it or not is not up to me man. And my life isn't dependent upon that. If it doesn't happen this year, maybe it'll happen next year. I can only hope. I'm not going to let that take me down, man. Where as before, I could think of any reason to get high. 'I didn't get this; I didn't get that; they screwed me over this; they screwed me over that.' Yeah, yeah, yeah. I can fabricate any bulls--t. But right now I'm just stating what's the truth. The truth is I'm not in there and that's okay. That's okay. Look, I came back to Raw, brother! And I stole the f'ing show.''

TNA changes force out head writer?:

Dave Lagana has reached out to WWE, ROH and other promotions touting his services. ROH is most likely to take him, should he depart TNA.

Sin Cara:

The original Sin Cara will make his return in early February, not to WWE, but to Mexico, with a show at his gym.