Today's News

Why Heyman stayed:

Paul Heyman has signed a new deal after Brock Lesnar got involved in the stagnating talks between WWE and his spokesman. Heyman wanted a substantial raise in pay, more than WWE were willing to offer, and WWE are also unhappy about him working outside of WWE on some less than PG projects. The roadblock went on so long that the contract expired, but the two sides never stopped talking. However some senior officials did not expect a resolution in the stall, until Brock made it clear he wanted Heyman around. It is not confirmed if Heyman got the terms he wanted, but the deal is signed, sealed and delivered.

NXT:

Hideo Itami returned to WWE TV last night, and TNA great Bobby Roode also debuted, and has officially been added to the WWE roster.

William Regal has announced Asuka vs Bayley for the NXT ladies title, for Brooklyn.

CWC:

The first round of the CWC is now complete, here is the updated bracket. (Photo).

Politics vs Wrestling:

Rhyno has confirmed he will continue to wrestle, despite being nominated by the Republican party as their candidate for a seat in Michigan. He however says that that does not mean he is taking the campaign lightly.

Injury updates:

Bray Wyatt upset WWE officials this week. They were so worried about him re-injuring an ankle that they were going to end their SmackDown main event, but Bray refused to stop. He wants to keep working as usual, but the ankle cost him months of his career, and WWE will want to be careful.

Paige has back and shoulder injuries, and will be out for two months.

Jimmy Uso still has not specified his injury, but he was due back this week, however he did not report to the blue brand.

Bischoff done with wrestling:

Eric Bischoff says his name is probably never going to appear in the sport again, as he is too busy, and his son Garrett, who worked for TNA, has a job and family in Florida.

MVP to WWE:

Despite being a guest at a recent WWE event MVP is unlikely to return to the brand. The offers they are making to former stars are reportedly low, and for some are too low to accept. MVP is one that is rumoured to be set to say no.

Rock gives advice:

The Rock has praised indie star Ricochet, but also told him to be careful of the ''Garbage'' of backstage politics, before wishing him well in his career.

SmackDown skeleton crew:

A number of SmackDown talent will be going on the Antipidean tour next week, meaning the likes of John Cena and AJ Styles will be missing from the live show on Tuesday.

Sting:

Seth Rollins has confirmed he was not meant to be Sting's last opponent...

"That was certainly not planned to be his final match, but either way it was an honor. He's an incredible dude. One thing about Steve is that he's one of the most humble superstars I've ever met."

HOF'er out of contract:

Ric Flair's WWE contract has expired, and he is no longer officially affiliated with the promotion.

Diva leaving?:

More has emerged on WWE reasons for splitting Paige and Alberto Del Rio in the brand draft. WWE officials are said to be worried that, should Del Rio invoke his contract get out clause in September, Paige would go too, and they do not want to lose her.