Today's News

New star fails already?:

Some in WWE are writing Adam Rose off already, feeling his debut completely flopped, however FW4 sources are reporting that WWE are taking his angle somewhere big, but cannot get further details as yet.

Chris Jericho interview:

Y2J has spoken about the incident with the Brazilian flag in Brazil, and has revealed he did not have the support that was reported at the time from WWE, especially from the boss, who blasted him via text message. He says after returning to the back, oblivious at the fact fans had phoned the police because he kicked a flag back into the crowd, after a fan had thrown it into the ring...

''There were soldiers with guns. A Colonel had also gotten upset and flipped over a table due to the whole thing.''

He was sent home, and suspended by WWE, but that was not the only punishment, he shared Vince McMahon's response to the story...

McMahon texted, according to Jericho...

"You will not be coming back to Brazil. what the f--k is wrong with you, why would you do something like that? I'm so angry at you."

To which Jericho called to explain what had happened, but was suspended by phone, told to fly home, and was blasted again, Vince saying his actions were...

"Bush-league bulls--t" 

Vince then hung up on him, without telling him how long he was suspended for, he found that out by visiting WWE.Com.

He also revealed a backstage incident with Batista. Batista had been caught blading before a match vs Jericho. Both men were hit with big fines as punishment, despite Jericho knowing nothing of Batista's actions. Batista, after being called into an office with Vince McMahon and Dean Malenko, to be called out on it decided to pay the fine for both himself, and Chris Jericho, costing him over $105,000.

Huge Injury blow for WWE:

WWE World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan has broken his neck, and needs to undergo surgery to repair the damage. It is at this time thought to be a minor injury, but that will not be fully determined until he is on the operating table. Even the minor procedure will keep him out for a couple of months, so he is out of his title defense, set for Payback at the very least.

WWE are considering stripping him of the title, but will wait until after the surgery to determine how long he will be missing. It is said by WWE insiders that they will be happy to wait for 1 or 2 months, but anything longer, would force them to take the title back in order to continue their summer stories without him. They have placed a provisional time frame of 6-8 weeks and hope to have him back 100% by SummerSlam.

Daniel was said to be very withdrawn in the back last night, and during his promo telling fans of his injury, said he feels he could be done, but that he wants to come back, although he did not know when or if he will be able to do so.

Dolph Ziggler was quick to respond to the news with a bit of self promotion, tweeting...

"Hey @WWE if you need someone to step up for the next few weeks, Im already here doing it. Wouldnt even have to outsource"

Payback:

Following the news of Daniel Bryan's injury, the new main event of Payback will be Evolution vs The Shield in a 6 man tag. John Cena vs Bray Wyatt will also be on the card, this time a last man standing match.

I quit... or do I:

The internet was rife with rumours that Alicia Fox quit WWE during a backstage interview at last night's Raw, she says she did not, that she is frustrated, but is no quitter.

The Simpsons thank Bret Hart:

Bret Hart is one of a number of celebrities being honoured for his involvement with the Simpsons franchise over the years. The animated sitcom is celebrating it's 25th year this year, and a new line of action figures will be produced to mark the landmark, Bret will be one of the toys.

Bret will also have a day in his honour, May 23rd will be Bret Hart day in Canada.

TNA lose another veteran:

Hernandez is the latest TNA star to leave, he has not been used for a few months, and was quietly dropped earlier this week as his contract expired.

Sin Cara vs WWE:

Sin Cara is using the WWE name in Mexico, he worked an indy show over the weekend as his WWE gimmick.

Jerry Lawler:

Jerry Lawler is trying to get the rights for his Memphis wrestling library back so he can sell it to WWE, for use on the Network.

King Of The Ring:

WWE have brought back the King Of The Ring Logo, for Cesaro. In a parody of the old PPV name, they have released a T-Shirt with King Of The Swing on the front (Photo).

Masters vs Cesaro:

WWE Alum Chris Masters has questioned Cesaro's feat of strength at WrestleMania 30...

"I am pretty sure Big Show jumped for him," Masters said. "Not to take away anything from Cesaro he looks like a talented worker who can probably bring his work down a little bit and his body up, but that's just my opinion. If he slammed the Big Show than I can probably press the Big Show."

Mick Foley to GWF?:

Mick Foley is helping to promote Jeff Jarrett's new promotion.

Big Daddy V:

Cassandra, wife of the late WWE Alum, has thanked WWE for their support since his death earlier in 2014, writing on her Facebook she said...

''How do I start ! Wwe has taken care of me , I'm in tears ' they did the right thing and has made sure I have and wll get everything I need , I want say an amount but I'm super well taken care of, I was blessed and I feel very stupid for what I had said about their company! Feeling happier than ive ever been in my entire life, except for when I met Nelson ! I think I'm gonna start watching wwe again lol , I've been very blessed! I love all my Facebook friends at least for today! Lol ! Much love and wwe yes they rock , much love!!!"

Bobby Roode:

Bobby Roode will miss some of the summer stories for TNA, he has been kayfabe suspended, and will sell the angle for several weeks.

Injury:

Yoshi Tatsu suffered a deep cut to his hand after dropping a weight at the PC today.

TNA TV deals:

TNA are dipping their toe in the water, and are going to tout their programming to other networks to gage interest in their product before throwing all their eggs in the Spike TV basket.

Hall Of Fame 2015:

I have noted in the past that WWE plan to have The Rock as next years headline inductee, other names expected to go in as part of class of 2015 are Rikishi and Mickie James.