Today's News

Joe confirms WWE plans:

Samoa Joe told Jim Ross he wants to face Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 32 next year. He also says he does not care if WWE send him to NXT to prove himself, or is given a spot on the main roster immediately. He has no bookings left to fulfill, so an announcement on his future may be coming soon.

He is not the only current ROH star WWE want, they are also interested in ACH, after he met with NXT officials at a recent live event.

WWE snub ECW:

WWE have decided the old ECW arena is not big enough to host an NXT live event, they are now looking for an alternative venue.

US Championship open:

WWE have announced John Cena will be a fighting US Champ, and will defend against anyone, anytime.

Tough Enough:

Goldust has put his name forward for contention for the new series of Tough Enough, with Steve Austin declaring no interest and Bill DeMott no longer with the company, their will be at least 2 coaching roles to fill, he wants one.

Bryan snubbed:

Daniel Bryan was working on an inter-promotional match vs NJPW star Shinsuke Nakamura for the last WWE tour of Japan, but WWE showed no interest in facilitating the bout.

Rock wins reality show:

The Rock won the Lip Sync Battle show, he performed a Taylor Swift song to win the title.

WWE Alumnus critical of HOF induction:

Justin Roberts has questioned the WWE motives for inducting Connor The Crusher Michalek into their HOF. He wrote a lengthy blog on the matter, which I won't post here, but he does provide an insight into the backstage atmosphere in WWE, and makes an interesting argument, here is a link to the article.

WWE have furiously shot back at their former mic man, releasing this statement...

"It is offensive to suggest that WWE and its executives had anything but altruistic intentions in honoring Connor and his legacy with The Warrior Award. In conjunction with Connor's father, Connor's Cure was established by Stephanie McMahon and Paul Levesque to raise awareness and funds for pediatric cancer, and to honor a boy that so many people within the WWE family came to love. The fund is managed by the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation and has already raised more than $200,000 for pediatric cancer research. In addition, following the Ultimate Warrior's impassioned Hall of Fame speech last year encouraging WWE to recognize its unsung heroes, the Warrior Award was established in his memory to honor those who exhibit unwavering strength and perseverance, and who live life with the courage and compassion that embodies the indomitable spirit of the Ultimate Warrior. With the full support and input of Ultimate Warrior's widow, Dana Warrior, Connor Michalek was the first recipient of the Warrior Award, and moving forward the award will be given annually to acknowledge other unsung heroes among WWE's employees and fans. WWE is proud to use our global platforms to raise awareness for important social causes, including Connor's Cure as well as our longstanding partnership with Make A Wish, our on-going partnership with Susan G. Komen, which has resulted in more than $1.5 million in funds raised, and our international partnership with Special Olympics."

TNA Hall Of Fame:

TNA are currently working on their 2015 inductee, they will not give out any hints as to who is under consideration, but have declared it is not Jeff Jarrett.

WWE confirm NXT departure:

WWE have today officially granted CJ Parker his release.

WWE censor fans:

WWE were confiscating signs for Lucha Underground, and anti Roman Reigns signs from this weeks TV's.

Bray Wyatt:

Bray Wyatt made it clear at WrestleMania, that despite his injury causing him great pain, he would not withdraw from his career defining match vs The Undertaker.

Vince mad at NXT:

Vince McMahon is furious that NXT fans were chanting ''Better than Raw'' and ''Better than Mania'' at a live event he attended this week.

In better news, Sami Zayn made his ring return at the show.

Who helped Taker prepare for Mania?:

The Godfather revealed he was working with The Undertaker over the Mania weekend, helping him prepare for the event. He also teased Taker would be at next years Mania too.

WWE movie:

Bad News Barrett has won a role in a new WWE movie called ''Eliminators''. Produced by WWE and directed by James Nunn of ''Tower Block'' fame, the movie will start filming in London in a couple of weeks. WWE have also signed on to produce ''Rampage'' in the UK, this movie is still in development.

Scott Steiner:

Hulk Hogan did ask WWE to ban Scott Steiner from the Hall Of Fame. Steiner approached Hogan's wife in an airport and threatened Hulk, telling her to pass a message on, that he was looking for him. Jennifer Hogan did not know who he was, and was badly shaken by the incident.

Hall Of Fame:

Larry Zbyszko has revealed he lost his speech in the taxi on the way to the Hall Of Fame ceremony, and had to ''Wing it''.

Edge on Perro Jr:

Edge has declared his shock and upset at the death of Perro Aguayo Jr. He told Chris Jericho that he felt sick when he watched the tape, knowing how close he was to the same thing happening to him. He cited the ladder spot with Jeff Hardy at WrestleMania 23 as the moment he know his neck was in trouble, but, he did stay in the ring for a number of years after. He did not say he regretted that, but says he is glad he got out when he did.

WWE lose Raw:

WWE have lost the TradeMark for Monday Night Raw to a pet store. The company used to hold the TM under the WWF banner, but seemingly forgot to renew it under the WWE name. Petco have taken up the term to promote a weekly campaign in their stores. WWE have not yet responded, to clarify what this means for their show.

WWE star retires:

WWE have just announced the retirement of AJ Lee.