Today's News

JR confirms why he was sacked:

He confirmed to Grantland that the SummerSlam panel, which was ''Hijacked'' by Ric Flair, was the reason WWE dropped him...

"I don't think you have to be a Mensa member to figure out that it had an influence on decisions that were made. I was working with the developmental kids [in NXT] and enjoying that, and got called in for that job. It was a very unique night, to say the least. Ric was coming off maybe the most traumatic time of his life. (His Son had died) In hindsight, it might not have been the most timely booking, to get him in that environment. And then you can look at the other side and say maybe it's a good thing to get him out around friends. As it worked out, you'd probably lean more to the former than the latter. But here's the deal: Visit Wrestling Inc.I was conductor of a runaway train. I was supposed to keep it on the tracks and that didn't happen. So I don't have any issues taking responsibility. Did I envision that it would help facilitate my exit? No. But I could see the thinking behind it. But honestly, people might not believe this, and I don't want to give one of those eye-rollers, but it really came at a good time. My health is good, I just celebrated my 62nd birthday, I got a lot of projects going. I'm going to start a podcast soon with the same company that does Austin and Jericho. I'm excited about that. I got Live Nation working with me on one-man shows and, of course, we start out the way we want to start out, in New York City, Saturday, March 1, at the Gramercy Theater."

He has now signed with Fox Sports, and will start with a feature on the Royal Rumble.

Ultimate Warrior:

The Ultimate Warrior began healing his rift with WWE last July, when he had a private meeting with Triple H. He then had a 30 minute meeting arranged with Vince McMahon over the SummerSlam weekend, that meeting ended up lasting several hours. The talks then began properly, culminating in his agreeing to Hall Of Fame induction in December.

Sting:

WWE officials have expected Sting to be joining the company for several months, and talks have ramped up recently, his entrance may be imminent. Talks are at such an advanced stage that they are talking ring names, the current favourite being ''A man called Sting''.

Sin Cara:

Sin Cara is likely to join AAA when his deal with WWE expires in March, His deal is up this month, but he cannot sign for someone else for 90 days.

His Brother says bookings already made in his name are not legit.

NXT star returns:

Garrett Dylan has returned to WWE, and is training at the PC. The Son of Actor and Musician Kris Kristofferson was released last summer, despite impressing the coaches. WWE were impressed by his passion, but said, at the time, they did not think he had ''It''. It appears they are now taking a second look.

TNA:

TNA planned to have the Wolves (Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards) win the Tag Titles on their debut, but head writer Dave Lagana refused the story, because they have worked hard to get Bro Mans over.

MVP, who still denies signing for TNA, is reportedly to make his TNA debut on the UK tour next month.

Sting owed TNA 2 dates for his contract to be honoured, so he worked two rare live shows a couple of weekends ago, he is now free of that deal.

The company have now officially severed ties with their developmental group OVW. They pulled out on January 15.

The secret investor storyline is going to go on right through until October.

Kazarian and Christopher Daniels may be the next top stars to leave the promotion, their deals expire in April.

Hulk Hogan:

Hulk Hogan will not wrestle, or be involved in any physical altercations at WrestleMania 30. A reported recent visit to WWE doctors did not go in the Hall Of Famer's favour. He is now set to debut on the WWE Network launch night on Raw (February 24). WWE have a list of former stars set to appear, he will be the headliner.

Santino benched:

Santino Marella is out injured with a flare up of his neck injury.

Dolph Ziggler:

Dolph Ziggler will be at the Royal Rumble, but that does not mean he will appear. WWE medics will evaluate his concussion before the show.

Major health issue for ex WWE man:

Rosey, of 3MW has developed congestive heart failure. His heart is functioning at 25% of it's capacity, and medics have removed 60lbs of fluid from him, and will need to remove another 30lbs before he can be released from hospital. You may remember him for his WWE run with Jamal / Umaga, he is also the elder Brother of current WWE star Roman Reigns.

Goldust:

Says he has ''Something special'' planned for the Rumble.

Bobby Eaton:

Bobby Eaton has been in a critical condition this week, but has now been moved back into a regular hospital room, it is a recurrence of his heart problems this time, but he is battling a number of problems.

The Miz talks dream match:

"I'd want to see Ultimate Warrior come back and give like three clotheslines and a splash. And literally run around shaking the ropes and run back. That's all I want. All I want is to hear the music, run down, three clotheslines and a splash. 1,2,3. Run, boom, done. See ya, bye and I'm the happiest person in the world. I've never met The Ultimate Warrior, he's been my favorite since I was a little kid, so I'm excited to hopefully get to meet him at the Hall of Fame."

Hacksaw Jim Duggan talks Royal Rumble:

''It was really exciting and that is kind of my claim to fame, something a lot of people always remember is the winner of the first ever Royal Rumble match. I was never World Champion, Tag Team Champion or Intercontinental Champion. Winning that first ever Royal Rumble match was a good spot for me, a nice place to hang my hat.''

WWE mark Hulk-A-Mania:

New Alumni:

WWE have rather surprisingly added Shane Douglas to their Alumni page today, Douglas and WWE have not had the best relationship over the years, despite him having two runs with the company. It is the first Alumni addition since Francine on December 5, bar Kaitlyn, who was moved from the active roster after quitting earlier this month.