September 30, 2009
Steelers Mum About Big Ben's WWE Appearance
If Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is touching a raw nerve with coach Mike Tomlin by appearing at a wrestling show less than 24 hours after Sunday's game against San Diego, the coach isn't saying.
Tomlin offered only a "no comment" when asked about Roethlisberger serving as the guest host at the televised WWE Raw show Monday in Wilkes-Barre, Pa.
NFL players commonly make such appearances during a season only during a bye week, but the Steelers play the following Sunday in Detroit.
Roethlisberger is taking his offensive linemen with him, and left tackle Max Starks said Wednesday the players didn't tell the coaches in advance. The Steelers will hold a team meeting Monday, but Tuesday is the players' weekly day off.
Roethlisberger declined to talk with reporters on Wednesday, the day he usually speaks.
source: associated press
Get Your Head Out of the Game
How should Florida respond to Tim Tebow's concussive brain injury? Click here.
source: slate.com
Vince McMahon Comments on Today's Superstars
Question: What defines today's top Superstars?
Vince McMahon: It's everything that people don't see. It's easy to say from a visual standpoint that bigger is better in reference to past eras of WWF. But take The Warlord, for example. He was enormous — one of the most visually impressive Superstars we've had — but he couldn't sell five tickets. He had no charisma, no "gift of gab," which is what really sets apart today's Superstars, even if they may not be as physically intimidating. Someone like CM Punk, even though he's a good-looking guy, isn't built like that. He probably weighs less than I do. But today's fans are drawn to his confidence and charisma. Those are the things a Superstar exudes, and they translate though the television set.
source: WWE Magazine November 2009
September 29, 2009
ECW Results: William Regal New Interim GM
In the absence of ECW General Manager Tiffany, none other than William Regal filled in for the injured Diva. As interim General Manager, The British Brawler seized his power to change the ECW on Syfy main event from ECW Champion Christian vs. Zack Ryder to a 4-on-1 Handicap Match pitting Captain Charisma against himself, Ryder, Ezekiel Jackson & Vladimir Kozlov. But before Regal could dream about outnumbering the ECW Champion, WWE’s Board of Directors informed him the main event would be an Eight-Man Tag Team Match also including Yoshi Tatsu, Tommy Dreamer & Goldust on Christian’s side. Full results.
source: wwe.com
An Exploration of the Art of Announcing
Pro wrestling announcers have perhaps the most challenging jobs in the business. They are the only ones required to sit at a desk for two or three hours and work from the minute that little red light on the camera goes on, to the second it goes off.
"I will generally spend several hours the week of the PPV from Wednesday through Saturday preparing and then I lay low the night before the event reading over my notes and of various ways to describe the superstars," Ross told SLAM! Wrestling. "You will rarely see me 'out with the boys' the night before a big event. I have been known as one who perhaps 'over prepares' but I like to be mentally ready to do my job and I approached broadcasting football or any other entity the same way. The viewers deserve the best product possible and that means the broadcasters need to carry their share of the water and not get in the way of the broadcast but enhance it with info that they perceive the fans need or want to know."...More?
source: slam wrestling
Atlanta is Bidding for WrestleMania
Atlanta is seeking to host WrestleMania XXVII in 2011, which could bring 100,000 fans to the Georgia Dome for the wrestling match and its week of activities. Atlanta is going toe-to-toe with Miami to try to pin down the event, which will be held either the last week of March or the first week of April 2011.
Atlanta officials should know by the end of September or early October which city has been selected.
source: albany.bizjournals.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard defeated Rick Morton & Robert Gibson for the NWA World Tag Team title.
September 29, 1987
Ric Flair officially disbands the Four Horsemen.
September 29, 1997
Rob Van Dam defeated Christian for the WWE Intercontinental title.
September 29, 2003
September 28, 2009
We've Got Two Words For You . . . S*ck It! - What Inspired It?
"It was about 100 years ago, and Triple H, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Sean Waltman and myself were in Europe. Sean started doing that gesture, and then we started saying that phrase to each other. It slowly evolved from there. We were all from that generation where if you beat something over the head long enough, it becomes funny. It started with him doing the gesture to us saying, 's**k It' and then, before you knew it someone was saying 'I got two words for you.' It grew from an inside joke. I am surprised everyday that people still enjoy it. Hunter and I are always waiting for that other shoe to drop, to see people grow tired of it. But now it's like the KISS farewell tour. It's happened 500 times and there's always that one last tour. If not for those two words, I think we would have found something that was equally as offensive. I don't think anything or anyone here became popular because of just one thing certainly not just a catchphrase. If there's a career that's built around just one catchphrase, then that career is not going to last very lone. - Shawn Michaels
source: November 2009 WWE Magazine
Update on RAW Ring Announcer
Justin Roberts has been moved from SmackDown to RAW and will be the ring announcer for tonight's show.
Originally, it was thought that Lauren Mayhew would be replacing Lilian Garcia as RAW ring announcer, however it came out over the weekend that she'll instead take over SmackDown ring announcing duties.
source: wrestlezone.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Bret Hart turns on Sting following his match with Hulk Hogan on Nitro, joining Hogan in the process.
September 27, 1998
September 27, 2009
To Hell and Back - History of the Hell in a Cell Match
WWE.com has listed all the HIAC matches beginning with The Undetaker vs. Shawn Michaels match which was on October 5, 1997. Triple H's matches are as follows:
* Triple H v. Cactus Jack - February 27, 2000
* Kurt Angle vs. The Undetaker vs. Triple H vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Rikiski vs. The Rock - December 10, 2000
* Triple H vs. Chris Jericho - May 19, 2002
* Triple H vs. Kevin Nash - June 15, 2003
* Triple H vs. Shawn Michaels - June 13, 2004
* Batista vs. Triple H - June 26, 2005
* Triple H & Shawn Michaels vs. Vince McMahon, Shane McMahon &
The Big Show - September 17, 2006
Full list
10th Annual Baltimore Comic Con
This Day in Wrestling History
Razor Ramon won a 20 man Battle Royal for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title.
September 27, 1993
The WWF(E) Heavyweight title declared vacent when Kane and the Undertaker both pin Steve Austin in a three-way match.
September 27, 1998
September 26, 2009
Bodybuilding.com Raided in Criminal Steroid Investigation on Eve of IFBB Olympia Weekend
A nutrition company owned by the same company that owns the Atlanta Braves is selling steroids over the Internet, according to allegations in court papers unsealed Thursday. The nutrition company, BodyBuilding.com, is selling dietary supplements that contain steroids and designer steroids, including a substance found in the raid on the Bay Area Laboratory Co-operative in 2003, the court papers said.
Federal authorities unsealed a search warrant on Thursday after agents raided the headquarters and a warehouse of BodyBuliding.com in the Boise, Idaho, area. In 2008, Liberty Media purchased a controlling stake in BodyBuilding.com for over $100 million. Liberty Media bought the Braves from Time Warner in 2007. Among the other businesses in which Liberty Media has interests are QVC, Ticketmaster and DirectTV.
The raid was part of an ongoing effort by the Food and Drug Administration to target companies that are selling steroids as dietary supplements...More?
source: nytimes.com
Lisa Marie Varon - "I feel like I am the next Brock Lesnar"
Lisa Marie Varon, who currently works for Total Nonstop Action wrestling as "Tara," and formerly for WWE as "Victoris" recently announced her intention to make her MMA debut in the near future. And while she has not set a date, the 38-year-old told FanHouse that she would love to fight before the end of the year.
"I feel more than ready now. I mean, if someone said tomorrow, You have to fight tomorrow, I feel I can fight tomorrow," she said.
"I know I have the stigma of being a pro wrestler coming into this industry, but I know I'm not going to go in there just to make a competitive match. I'm there to make a statement and to dominate the fight. I'm not going to be going in there half-ready; I'm going to make a statement. I know that I'm going to be representing Brock Lesnar, Bobby Lashley, but I feel like I am the next Brock Lesnar. He has ridiculous strength and so do I."...More?
September 25, 2009
SmackDown Results: To Hell and Back
As CM Punk battled Undertaker in the night’s main event, the thoughts of what transpired at WWE Breaking Point were still fresh in the minds of everyone in the WWE Universe. As both Superstars waged war, the action spilled out onto the arena floor. It looked as if Punk was done for, when The Deadman prepared to slam him onto the announce table. But, The Straightedge Superstar managed to avoid being trounced and pushed Undertaker onto the announce table. As the ref neared the 10-count, Punk slithered back into the ring. The Deadman entered right on Punk’s tail, but it was not quick enough to avoid the ref’s final count of 10. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Raw House Show Results - Guatemala City, Guatemala
Evan Bourne def. Chavo Guerrero
Santino Marella def. Eric Escobar
Mark Henry def. Chris Masters
Jack Swagger def. Primo
WWE Divas Champion Mickie James def. Alicia Fox
MVP def. The Miz
WWE Champion John Cena def. Randy Orton via DQ
WWE Champion John Cena & Triple H def. Legacy
Al Sharpton's Office Addresses WWE's Past Racial Insensitivity
The Steel Cage received this statement from a spokeswoman for Al Sharpton, in response to justifying Sharpton appearing on WWE programming that has a history of racial insensitivity:
"In order to raise awareness and actually do something about the devastating achievement gap in education between kids of color and their white peers the viewership of WWE events is precisely the group of people who need to be reached and involved. Reverend Sharpton has stated repeatedly that all of us must take extraordinary steps to reverse the current trend in education and that unlikely alliances (like with Newt Gingrich) and forums like the WWE should be utilized if they help close the gap.
Reverend Sharpton has led --and will continue to lead-- the fight against the use of the N-word and bigotry of all types, but until we end disparity in education, such conduct will continue. Rev. Sharpton appeared on BET while fighting against the N-word in their videos and there is no difference.
As Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and John McCain did before him, Reverend Sharpton recognizes that WWE events provide an unfettered opportunity to raise important issues to a national audience of Americans.
Rev. Sharpton has talked to Vince McMahon who assured him that they have corrected and will discontinue any racial denigration."...More?
source: newsday.com
Mayweather-Marquez Gets 1 Million PPV Buys
Floyd Mayweather Jr. was once boxing's pound-for-pound champion, and now he's evolving into its pay-per-view king as well.
Mayweather's victory over Juan Manuel Marquez last weekend generated an impressive 1 million pay-per-view buys, HBO Sports announced Friday. The robust result confirms Mayweather's once-debatable superstar status in a sport that thrives on big names in big events.
The bout at the MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas on Sept. 19 generated $52 million in pay-per-view revenue at its $49.95 suggested price, making it the highest-performing event this year. It's just the fifth non-heavyweight event to generate 1 million buys on a list headed by Mayweather's split-decision victory over Oscar De La Hoya in 2007, which had a record 2.44 million.
"I am truly humbled by the numbers, and I appreciate all of the sports fans who either came to the fight or bought it on pay-per-view," Mayweather said. "It felt great to be back in the ring, and next time I will be even better."...More?
source: associated press
Decade of SmackDown Main Event
Chris Jericho Urges Vince McMahon to Ditch the Company's Old Guard in Favour of Promoting New Talent
Despite himself being a 19 year-veteran, the 38-year-old Canadian claims the world's leading wrestling promotion is in danger of going stale if the likes of Triple H, Undertaker and Shawn Michaels continue to dominate the spotlight.
Jericho insists rising stars like Legacy, Morrison and Jack Swagger can safeguard the long-term future of the company if McMahon gives them the opportunity to do so.
"I think that Morrison is learning more each week, I think Dolph Ziggler is learning more each week, Cryme Tyme have learned a lot over the last few months.
"Legacy is getting there, Jack Swagger, Kofi Kingston and The Miz — those are the guys that are going to have to start becoming more of a presence.
"A couple of guys in ECW, like Evan Bourne... Sheamus is another guy that I think has some potential.
Former world heavyweight champion Jericho said: "Creating new talent, creating new stars, that's the most important thing for any of the brands to do.
"They have to keep the wheels turning — they can't just base it on the same guys year in and year out. That's how business fails — that's how WCW failed."...More?
source: the sun
This Day in Wrestling History
Shawn Michaels & Diesel were stripped of the WWF(E) Tag Team title by WWF(E) President Gorilla Monsoon.
September 25, 1995
WWF(E) RAW is WAR debuts on TNN after making a departure from the USA Network.
September 25, 2000
September 24, 2009
WWE Superstars Results: Seeing Red
Everyone’s got a limit, and Kane passed his as Matt Hardy evaded everything he threw at him, frustrating The Big Red Monster to the point of ignoring the referee and getting himself disqualified. Hardy fought valiantly against Kane, showing no sign of backing down from his sadistic opponent, but that relentless aggression may have been what caused the massive Superstar to lose himself the match. When Hardy went for the Twist of Fate, Kane blocked it and instead dropped Hardy across the ropes, and despite the ring official’s warnings, he repeated the act two more times prompting the referee to call for the bell. There’s a fury inside of the 7-footer that is always in danger of being unleashed, and unfortunately for Hardy, he was the one who ended up seeing red as Kane made his signature crimson lit exit. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Raw House Show Results - San Salvador, El Salvador
Evan Bourne over Chavo Guerrero
Eric Escobar over Santino Marella
Mark Henry over Chris Masters
Jack Swagger over Primo Colon
Mickie James over Beth Phoenix
MVP over The Miz
John Cena over Randy Orton. Triple H did a run in during the main event. He was treated as a megastar and got by far the biggest reaction of the night. The show drew 4500 fans.
source: The Wrestling Globe Newsletter
Wrestling Goes iWrestling with iPhone Apps
Apple smartly allowed anyone to create Apps for download in their iTunes store, allowing really no parameters. Wrestling was no exception, but the selection is very small. WWE has yet to release an iPhone application of any kind and TNA’s entry created little buzz when introduced. A few websites created Apps to show abbreviated versions of their web sites.
Below are some of the larger and most popular wrestling Apps available for the iPhone and iPod Touch. Click here for some of the larger and most popular wrestling Apps available for the iPhone and iPod Touch.
source: slam wrestling
Score Media and WWE Partner
Score Media Inc. and World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. have partnered once again to give fans a full slate of world-renowned WWE programming.
Shane McMahon, Executive Vice President, Global Media for WWE, said "We are delighted to be continuing our partnership with The Score which would not be possible without the dedication of our WWE fans in Canada. The expansion of our programming on The Score with entertaining television along with our established programs allows viewers more opportunities to enjoy the action-packed excitement of WWE."...More?
source: broadcastermagazine.com
Bret Hart Comments on The Hart Dynasty
Graham Cawthon asked Bret for his comments about the success of The Hart Dynasty (David Hart Smith, Tyson Kidd, & Natalya Neidhart) on SmackDown, as well as if he feels that the three are progressing in the right fashion. "I think they are all doing a great job. They're getting better & better and more confident. Technically, they are as good as they're gonna get, and they're as good as anybody in the company when it comes to actually working. Their work stands on its own. I'm proud of all three of them."...More?
source: impactwrestling.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Greg Valentine defeated Tito Santana for the WWWF(WWE) Intercontinental title.
September 24, 1984
Shawn Michaels & Diesel defeated Owen Hart & Yokozuna for the WWF(E) Tag Team title.
September 24, 1995
September 23, 2009
Rumor Mill - New WWE Ring Announcer
Lauren Mayhew, who is a singer and an actress, did the ring announcing at last night's Smackdown tapings. Although Lillian Garcia does not do ring announcing on Smackdown, it's being said that having Mayhew do the announcing last night was a way to groom her to be a possible replacement for Lillian on Raw. Since Mayhew is a singer, and WWE was reportedly looking for an announcer who could sing, it seems most likely that Mayhew will replace Garcia. For more information on Mayhew, including photos, visit www.laurenmayhew.com.
source: wrestlezone.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Matt Hardy
September 23, 1974
Kurt Angle defeated Steve Austin for the WWF(E) Heavyweight title and Christian defeated Edge for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title.
September 23, 2001
September 22, 2009
ECW Results: Another Knock on Christian's Door
Captain Charisma could not be stopped by The Zack Attack. With plenty of Peeps cheering him on in the BOK Center, Christian successfully defended the ECW Championship against Zack Ryder. Despite Ryder’s strong efforts, he could not woo the ECW Title away from the Captain. After a devastating Killswitch, Christian pinned the cocky, young Superstar for the win on ECW on Syfy.
Christian’s ECW Championship celebration was quickly soured when William Regal interrupted to say the night’s title defense was a farce. “Sooner or later I’m going to be the No. 1 contender,” The British Brawler said. “So it’s only a matter of time before I become the ECW…” Christian promptly silenced Regal, attacking him with the ECW Championship, sending a message that he’s not about to back down. Full results.
source: wwe.com
More Legal Troubles for The Ultimate Warrior
There's been another setback for the Ultimate Warrior in his legal battle against WWE. Last week, it became clear that Warrior's lawsuit against WWE for defamation related to the "Self Destruction of the Ultimate Warrior" DVD would be thrown out because WWE lawyers were able to demonstrate that Warrior publicly defamed WWE first. On Monday, Judge Roslyn O. Silver ruled that Warrior will now will have to pay $18,967.46 for the legal costs and expenses WWE had to pay to defending themselves against Warrior's lawsuit.
source: pwinsider.com
BG James Comments on his TNA Release
"Yeah. To be very honest, I was caught very much by surprise. They were using me as a road agent for the house shows, TV, and pay-per-views, but what surprised me the most was the house shows. I was really the only agent they had going out on the road for all the house shows they were doing every weekend. So that kind of caught me by surprise because I didn't think they would just call me one day and say, 'You're done. Thanks for all your work.' I kind of thought that maybe if I got let go it would be, you know, they would give me some time or something. So I was caught be surprise for sure."...More?
source: worldwrestlinginsanity.com
DX, Legacy, Orton, Cena & Lillian After Raw
Legacy came out. Then along with Randy Orton they cornered John Cena. A beat down ensued until DX made the save. Legacy bailed and then Orton took all three finishers like he's been doing on other recent shows.
DX and Cena remained in the ring. They did the "Are you ready" thing several times, but kept stopping before actually going through the whole thing. At first Shawn wasn't doing something right, then they got Cena in on the action but he wasn't loose enough and wasn't "crouching" properly. Once the three of them were finally ready, HHH stopped it yet again and said, "Something still doesn't feel right...we're still missing something....on yeah it's Lillian."
Lillian Garcia came into the ring. HHH told her to assume the position, which she did happily. Cena crouched behind her. He made some faces, people laughed, and they all finally did the "Let's get ready to suck it" chant. She also did the "Two words for you" bit as well. She then climbed to the 2nd rope for a loud ovation. She then left the ring. DX and Cena then shook hands with the crowd, signed autographs, and left.
source: prowrestling.net
Linda McMahon Acknowledges Not Voting in Several Elections
"I talk all the time about how important it is for people to vote. And it is. Yet, I haven't always been the best example myself. I missed a general election vote in ‘06. I missed several local elections. I didn't vote in the ’08 presidential primary after John McCain was the presumptive nominee. I regret it, I apologize, and I don't make any excuses for it. I think it’s important that leaders be willing to step up and own their mistakes when they make them. That’s how I plan to run my campaign, and it’s how I intend to represent Connecticut in the U.S. Senate."
source: linda2010.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Owen Hart & Davy Boy Smith defeated the Smokin' Guns for the WWF(E) Tag Team title.
September 22, 1996
ECW interrupts a match at a WWF(E) In Your House PPV. The Sandman, Paul Heyman and Tommy Dreamer bought ring side tickets. The three are escorted out of the building after The Sandman spits beer on Savio Vega.
September 22, 1996
September 21, 2009
Mosley Ruins Mayweather's Win Over Marquez; Triple H Mentioned
Fox Sports has an article at this link looking at the post-fight antics of Shane Mosley following Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s win over Juan Manuel Marquez on Saturday night. The article adds, "As it ended, with Shane Mosley in the ring seizing an unwarranted opportunity to provoke Floyd Mayweather, HBO's $50 pay-per-view felt like WWE's "Monday Night Raw." If only Mosley could've conducted himself with the class of Pretty Boy's valet, Triple H."...More?
The Reverend Comes to RAW
Left and Right work together to host Raw...and reform schools. Ign.com is reporting that Al Sharpton will be hosting Raw on September 28th...More?
Rumor Mill - TNA Signs New Knockout
Word is that TNA has signed third generation talent and former WWE developmental Diva Lacey Von Erich to a contract. She may start at the iMPACT! tapings this week. Lacey is also booked for Hulk Hogan's upcoming tour of Australia.
source: wrestling observer
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Ricky Morton of the Rock 'n Roll Express.
September 21, 1956
Bill Goldberg defeated Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at Unforgiven.
September 21, 2003
September 20, 2009
TNA No Surender Results
AJ Styles is the new TNA World Heavyweight Champion and Taylor Wilde & Sarita beat Velvet Sky & Madison Rayne to become the first ever TNA Knockout Tag Team Champions...More?
Mayweather Dominates Marquez
Judges scored it 118-109, 120-107, 119-108 after 12 rounds for Floyd Jr.
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Greg "The Hammer" Valentine
September 20, 1951
Happy Birthday to Arn Anderson (Martin Anthony Lunde)
September 20, 1958
Shawn Michaels became the first ever "grand slam" winner in the history of the WWF(E) (Heavyweight, I.C., European, Tag)
September 20, 1997
Shawn Michaels, Triple H and Chyna form D-Generation X.
September 20, 1997
Vince McMahon gave up the WWF(E) Heavyweight title and declared it vacant.
September 20, 1999
September 19, 2009
District Court Throws Out Wrestlers Lawsuit Against WWE... Again
Back in February, a federal court in Connecticut dismissed a lawsuit brought by three former wrestlers who contended, among other things, that they were improperly classified as independent contractors.
The case garnered national attention for a variety of reasons, including the disclosure of the wrestlers contracts. (If you'd like to see the details on the contract, you can view them here.)
But after that, two of the three wrestlers (Scott Levy and Christopher Klucsarits) filed a motion to amend the judgment or otherwise set it aside to allow them an replead (or refile) their claims. Notably, one of the wrestlers --- Michael Sanders -- did not join in this motion.
On July 31, 2009, the District Court denied the wrestlers' motions, finding that even if it allowed the amendments at this late date, such amendments would be "futile". In other words, even if the court allowed the amendment, the wrestlers would STILL lose on the merits. You can download the decision here.
The wrestlers contended that they could still make a claim under the federal law governing benefit plans. But the court said that even that claim would fail...More?
source: ctemploymentlawblog.com
September 18, 2009
WWE Tribute to the Troops Update
WWE will once again return to the Middle East to put on the annual Tribute to the Troops show. WWE will travel in early December to tape the special, visit with the troops, and then the special will again air on NBC as a one hour special. The special is currently scheduled for December 19th at 9PM ET. This will be the second year in a row that the special will air on NBC.
source: impactwrestling.com
SmackDown Results: Consumed in Controversy
When interviewed as to why he called for the bell the second CM Punk locked in the Anaconda Vise on Undertaker at WWE Breaking Point, official Scott Armstrong seemed to imply that he made the questionable call because his job was on the line. He said that someone “much higher than him” had told him to do what he did.
WWE Chairman Mr. McMahon seemed to deny any involvement in the incident, demanding to know why SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long "double-crossed Undertaker". As a result, Long was forced to come before the WWE Universe and take responsibility. Long admitted the entire incident was “pre-planned” to prevent Undertaker from becoming champion. The apprehensive GM reminded the fans that Scott Armstrong and CM Punk were also involved, before inferring that his job was on the line as well. He apologized to all, asking for The Deadman’s forgiveness. Full results.
source: wwe.com
TNA Rehires Two Backstage Agents
Prowrestling.net is reporting that TNA Wrestling has rehired Pat Kenney (aka Simon Diamond) and D'Lo Brown as backstage agents. Both men had served as agents in the past for TNA. They are both expected to start at this Sunday's "No Surrender" PPV in Orlando. TNA cut B.G. James and Jim Cornette just a few days ago and both had been previously serving as agents in the company.
Judge Rules for WWE Against Warrior
According to Pwinsider.com, the lawsuit that Warrior had filed against WWE back in January of 2006, in regards to the Self Destruction of The Ultimate Warrior DVD is over. Judge Douglas L. Rayes ruled that Warrior could not sue for damages over WWE's comments about him on the DVD. Warrior filed the claim stating that the DVD violated a March 2000 Settlement Agreement between WWE and Ultimate Creations Inc, which is Warrior's Arizona corporation. That agreement allowed WWE to use footage of Warrior, but that Warrior owned the rights and trademarks to the Ultimate Warrior character and could use them in any future venue as he decreed. It was also agreed that both parties would "not disparage each other". WWE agreed to pay $890,000 to Warrior's Ultimate Creations as part of the settlement agreement. The case had been dragging on, and during appearances, it was found that Warrior made "publicly disparaging claims" against WWE. It was ruled that Warrior himself breached the deal, and that he was not legally able to receive damages for the same thing he accused WWE of.
This Day in Wrestling History
Fabulous Moolah defeated Judy Grable in a tournament final for the WWF(E) Women's title.
September 18, 1956
AWA Tag Team title declared vacant due to Ken Patera's injury.
September 18, 1989
Ricky Steamboat surrenders the WCW U.S. Heavyweight title to Steve Austin due to injury.
September 18, 1994
America's Most Wanted (Chris Harris & James Storm) defeat Brian Lee & Ron Harris for the NWA World Tag Team Titles, marking their first reign as tag champs in TNA.
September 18, 2002
September 17, 2009
WWE Superstars Results: Point Made, Message Sent
Finlay may like to fight, but it seems like Dolph Ziggler likes to win just that much more. It wasn’t an easy victory by any means for the Hollywood, FL, native, but he withstood The Belfast Brawler’s brutal punishment, and when the moment was right, set the wheels in motion. As the referee discarded of Finlay’s shillelagh that had inadvertently been kicked into the center of the ring, the No. 1 contender to the Intercontinental Title raked The Irishman’s eyes and nailed the Zig Zag for the pin. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Ted DiBiase: Living Legacy
Jon Robinson: The new "WWE Smackdown vs Raw 2010" game lets you create your own storyline. If you could write your own future in the business, what would it be?
Ted DiBiase: I want to defeat The Undertaker at WrestleMania and break his streak. That would be my ultimate storyline.
Jon Robinson: That would take The Undertaker's story full circle since your dad is the one who introduced him back in the day.
Ted DiBiase: Exactly.
source: espn.com
Click here for the full interview.
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Masa Chrono
September 17, 1963
Ric Flair defeated Dusty Rhodes for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title.
September 17, 1981
Nikita Koloff defeated Tully Blanchard for the NWA Television title.
September 17, 1987
Booker T defeated Kevin Nash for the WCW Heavyweight title.
September 17, 2000
Brock Lesnar defeated Kurt Angle for the WWE Smackdown Heavyweight title.
September 17, 2003
September 16, 2009
Triple H to Make Ring Walk with Floyd Mayweather
Triple H, will be accompanying a familiar face to WWE fans to a huge PPV main event this Saturday night.
"The Game" is apparently going to be walking to the ring with Floyd Mayweather Jr. for his fight with Juan Manual Marquez during the main event of Saturday night's HBO boxing PPV, which also features fights from top stars such as Zab Judah and Rocky Juarez.
Mayweather stated, "[Triple H] is one of the greatest guys in the world." The praise continued with, "it'd be an honor to have him by my side."
HHH responded with, "It is an honor to walk the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world back into the ring. Floyd 'Money' Mayweather has shown WWE tremendous support and it is my pleasure to return the favor this Saturday by standing at his side as he defeats Marquez in what I am sure will be boxing's fight of the year."
This isn't the first time this has happened recently, as "The Animal" Batista walked to the ring with Manny Pacquaio for his impressive one-round knockout of Ricky "Hitman" Hatton back in May...More?
source: thesweetscience.com
Linda McMahon's Campaign Video
Linda McMahon has posted her campaign video on her website linda2010.com.
Miami-Dade Finalist to Land WrestleMania in 2011 or 2012
Miami-Dade Sports Commission officials should learn within a month whether they've locked in World Wrestling Entertainment's WrestleMania for 2011 or 2012.
The annual five-day showcase's estimated impact is $50 million in direct spending alone, at marquee venues including the Miami Beach Convention Center, AmericanAirlines Arena and LandShark Stadium.
"There's so much power behind it — it's the size basically of a Super Bowl," said José "Pepe" Diaz, sports...More?
source: miamitodaynews.com
WWE Breaks New Ground But Revisits Old
Borrowing from TNA's hugely successful all-cage match Lockdown event, Vince McMahon's company are starting to introduce shows where the headline bouts are all under variations on a gimmick...More?
source: the sun
Linda McMahon Resigns to Run for the Senate
World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. today announced that Linda McMahon has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer after announcing her candidacy for the United States Senate, representing the state of Connecticut. Vince McMahon assumes the duties of Chief Executive Officer in addition to his current position as WWE® Chairman. McMahon will be supported by the seasoned executive management team already in place and led by Chief Operating Officer and board member, Donna Goldsmith.
source: wwe.corporate.com
Maybe A Bit Jealous?
G4's X-Play did an interview wit Matt Hardy where he makes a slight reference to Triple H. He was asked what kind of story he's going to create in the new story creator feature. He said that he'd have his character marry the boss' daughter so he could have full control of the show, and make it the best show possible.
source: wrestlezone.com
September 15, 2009
ECW Results: Zack Ryder No. 1 Contender
Zack Ryder earned his chance at ECW gold Tuesday night, besting nine other Extreme Superstars: Tommy Dreamer, Goldust, Tyler Reks, Yoshi Tatsu, Shelton Benjamin, Ezekiel Jackson, Vladimir Kozlov, Paul Burchill and Sheamus. One by one, Ryder watched as his opponents were tossed over the top rope, oftentimes merely staying out of harm’s way. But as the final four competitors faced off, Ryder eliminated Goldust to whittle his opponents down to two. Then, Dreamer assisted Kozlov over the ropes, leading to Ryder’s chance to capitalize on the situation. The ECW Original’s back was turned and Ryder tossed Dreamer over, becoming the new No. 1 contender to the ECW Championship. Full results.
source: wwe.com
TNA Releases Two Talents
According to PWR, Jim Cornette and Brian "Road Dog" Armstrong have been release from the company as of Tuesday afternoon. Cornette had an on camera role and Armstrong was a backstage agent and House Show agent for the company.
Former WWE Superstar to Donate his Brain for Research
Former WWE Superstar “The Promise” Antonio Thomas, is combining brains with brawn—literally. Thomas is the latest professional wrestler to donate his brain to concussion research.
The Sports Legacy Institute (SLI), founded by former WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski and Dr. Robert Cantu, is the recipient of Thomas’s donation, which is part of an effort to further understand concussions and their effect on the brain...More?
Court Date for Jeff Hardy
Jeff Hardy's first court hearing stemming from his September 11th arrest for drug trafficking will take place on Wednesday morning, September 30th. It is believed that the drug trafficking charges brought against Hardy are a result of the sheer quantity of drugs found at his home. Should Hardy be able to provide a legitimate prescription for some or all the painkillers found, those charges could be reduced or dropped entirely.
The day of his arrest, Hardy promised to make a statement regarding the situation, but since then his comments have been limited to thanking his fans for their support on Twitter.
source: sescoops.com
Charges Dropped Against Kurt Angle
Professional wrestler and Olympic gold medalist Kurt Angle has been cleared of charges of violating a protection from abuse order and possession of human growth hormone.
Angle was arrested last month in suburban Pittsburgh. His girlfriend, Trenesha Biggers, had obtained a protection order after the two had fought....More?
source: philly.com
"Hulkamania" Australia Tour with Former WWE Talent
Shannon Moore, Umaga, Ken Anderson and Val Venis have been confirmed for the tour. Ric Flair is in talks with the promotion.
Interview with R-Truth
R-Truth has a unique character that connects with the audience on an intimate level. He makes his way to the ring through the audience performing his own entrance theme: What's up. The entrance allows fans to get up close and personal and feel part of the show, something that can be difficult in an arena or stadium.
"My character is something that a lot of people would love to have. It gives the fans the opportunity to participate and be involved. A lot of people when they see R-Truth they see themselves. They see a normal guy that was hit by circumstances in life, overcame that, got stuff together and went down the right road. A lot of people can relate to that and my support comes from it."...More?
source: slam wrestling
September 14, 2009
NFL Pros to Contribute to Concussion Study
Three NFL players announced Monday they will donate their brains and spinal cord tissue to a Boston University medical school program that studies sports brain injuries.
Even though dozens of former NFL players have agreed to donate their brains after death, Baltimore Ravens center Matt Birk, Seattle Seahawks linebacker Lofa Tatupu and Arizona Cardinals receiver Sean Morey are the first active players to do so.
The goal of the university's Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy, a collaborative venture between BU Medical School and Sports Legacy Institute (SLI), is to better understand the long-term effects of repeated concussions. Former WWE superstar Chris Nowinski is the co-director of SLI...More?
source: associated press
Linda McMahon to Make Senate Run Announcement Soon
World Wrestling Entertainment CEO Linda McMahon appears primed to run for Senate in Connecticut and should make an announcement very soon, according to sources with knowledge of her deliberations.
“A decision is imminent, and she will likely make a decision over the next couple of days,” said a Republican strategist. “It will be made sooner rather than later.”
One well-placed source said McMahon is “99 percent” in. Another said the announcement could come as early as Wednesday...More?
source: thehill.com
Krystal Marshal Speaks Out on Racism in the WWE
In an interview with Diva-Dirt.com, former WWE Diva Krystal Marshall described the "morally degrading" storyline that made her quit WWE and what she feels were racist comments by a top member of WWE's creative team. Marshall said that her path to exiting WWE began with the Teddy Long wedding storyline. Stephanie McMahon assured her the storyline would be done in a tasteful way, but Michael Hayes told her it would be raunchy, which she was very against. Marshall said Hayes didn’t treat her boyfriend Bobby Lashley well and that Hayes actually said he doesn’t like Lashley “or anyone that looks like him.” She said she knew if she didn’t do the storyline she would lose her job, but she was not going to do something she was uncomfortable with. When asked about Bobby Lashley's departure from the company, she said Lashley literally walked away from millions of dollars because the problems in the company outweighed the money. She says Michael Hayes made blatant racist comments to Lashley and told Lashley outright that he didn't like him.
This Day in Wrestling History
Vince McMahon, with help from Stone Cold Steve Austin, defeats Triple H for WWF(E) Title.
September 14, 1999
September 13, 2009
Heartbreaking Results
In a shocking upset, Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase locked Shawn Michaels in a torturous double-team submission maneuver and forced The Heartbreak Kid to tap out in a punishing Submissions Count Anywhere Match that both sides will be feeling the effects of for weeks to come...More?
source: wwe.com
WWE Breaking Point Results
Mark Henry & Montel Vontavious Porter vs. Unified Tag Team Champions Chris Jericho & Big Show
Winners: Chris Jericho & Big Show(c)
United States Champion Kofi Kingston vs. The Miz
Winner: Kofi Kingston(c)
D-Generation X vs. Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase (Submissions Count Anywhere Match)
Winners: Legacy
Kane vs. The Great Khali (Singapore Cane Match)
Winner: Kane
ECW Champion Christian vs. William Regal (with Ezekiel Jackson & Vladimir Kozlov)
Winner: Christian(c)
WWE Champion Randy Orton vs. John Cena in an "I Quit" Match
Winner: John Cena(c)
World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk vs. Undertaker in a Submission Match
Winner: CM Punk(c)
Raw/SmackDown/ECW Supershow Results - Ottawa, Canada
Fan report from the Supershow: Big Show & Randy Orton vs. Triple H & John Cena
Show draws a mixed reaction. Orton milks his entrance, coming across as being pissed. He slowly makes his way to the ring. Crowd pops huge for Triple H, then delivers the biggest cheer of the night for John Cena. Not bad to have arguably the two most popular guys on the house show, teaming together. Match is solid throughout, but no real surprises. Big Show mocks Cena's 'you can't see me' gesture. Eventually there's a prolonged beatdown of Triple H. Of course, he does manage to hit the hot tag to Cena. In time, Big Show gets tossed out of the ring and Cena hits the FU / Attitude Adjustment on Orton to score the pinfall. Afterward, he and Triple H climb the turnbuckles to continued huge pops. Thus ends the night...More?
source: wrestlingnewsworld.com
September 12, 2009
WWE Breaking Point Preview
D-Generation X vs. Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase (Submissions Count Anywhere Match)
World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk vs. Undertaker (Submission Match)
WWE Champion Randy Orton vs. John Cena ("I Quit" Match)
ECW Champion Christian vs. William Regal (with Ezekiel Jackson & Vladimir Kozlov)
Mark Henry & Montel Vontavious Porter vs. Unified Tag Team Champions Chris Jericho & Big Show
United States Champion Kofi Kingston vs. The Miz
The Great Khali vs. Kane (Singapore Cane Match)
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Hawk (Michael James Hegstrand) of the Legion of Doom
September 12, 1957
Chris von Erich committed suicide at age 21.
September 12, 1991
Sting defeated Hulk Hogan for the WCW Heavyweight title.
September 12, 1999
September 11, 2009
SmackDown Results: Reaching the Point of Submission
Undertaker opened SmackDown with the chilling proclamation that World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk will feel the devastating grip of Hell’s Gate in their Submission Match at WWE Breaking Point, before handing The Phenom both the title and his very soul. Punk then burst upon the scene, declaring that he only wants one thing this Sunday: To make The Deadman tap out for all the WWE Universe to see.
In the main event, “the only Straightedge Champion in WWE history” made a tremendous statement about his upcoming match with The Deadman, forcing Matt Hardy to tap out to his excruciating Anaconda Vise. Although Punk held the gold high above his head, darkness soon overcame his triumph. And when illumination was restored, Undertaker was standing at the top of the ramp, clutching Punk’s World Title in his mighty hands. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Triple H Hogging the Title?
Triple H - 10 years (1999-2009) has had the title 13 times.
Edge - 3 years (2006-2009) has had the title 9 times.
The Rock - 4 years (1998-2002) has had the title 7 times.
Triple H (Post Stephanie Marriage) - 6 years (2003-2009) has had the title 7 times.
source: guiltysins
Even with faced with the facts, the haters will continue to hate.
Jeff Hardy Arrested on Drug Charges
Jeff Hardy has been arrested for possession of anabolic steroids and a number of pills. The following is the official police statement:
Sheriff Lane Carter reports the arrest of an individual on charges of trafficking in controlled prescription pills, and possession of anabolic steroids. Sheriff Carter reported a joint investigation conducted by officers from the Moore County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit, Moore County Sheriff’s Office Select Enforcement Unit, and Fayetteville Police Department led to the arrest.
Officers executed a search warrant at a residence located at [----Adress Deleted--] near Cameron, North Carolina. During the search officers located and seized approximately 262 Vicodin prescription pills, 180 Soma prescription pills (Soma’s are non-controlled prescription pills), 555 milliliters of anabolic steroids, a residual amount of powder cocaine, and items of drug paraphernalia. Vicodin and anabolic steroids are included in Schedule III within the North Carolina Controlled Substances Act. The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $2,500.00.
Arrested was:
Jeffrey Nero Hardy - 32 years of age Cameron, North Carolina
Jeffrey Nero Hardy was arrested on September 11, 2009 and charged with felony trafficking in opium, two counts of felony possession with intent to sell or deliver a Schedule III controlled substance, felony maintaining a dwelling to keep controlled substance, felony possession of cocaine, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.
Jeffrey Nero Hardy received a $125,000.00 secured bond and was placed in the Moore County Detention Center.
Vince McMahon Comments on Chris Benoit's Place in WWE History
"It's not right to pretend he didn't exist. It's one thing to include him as part of a historical perspective, which I believe is OK, and it's another thing to promote him, which is not OK. The situation is very similar to that of O.J. Simpson - despite his controversy, O.J. was still a part of the NFL scene. You can't deny that he existed."
source: WWE Untold History Magazine
This Day in Wrestling History
WCW Nitro wins the first ever head to head meeting against WWF(E) RAW. Nitro scores a 2.5 rating while Raw scores a 2.2.
September 11, 1995
September 10, 2009
WWE Superstars Results: Point of No Return
Since coming to ECW as a part of Teddy Long’s New Talent Initiative, the massive Irishman known as Sheamus has proven himself to be one of the most impressive young Superstars in WWE. The Dublin destroyer further added to his growing reputation by disposing of another formidable young talent, Yoshi Tatsu, on “WWE Superstars.” While the Japanese Superstar used his exciting offense to try and fell the giant, the pale titan was simply too much for Tatsu to handle. In the end, the Irish Curse sealed Tatsu’s fate and earned Sheamus another big win. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Hulk Hogan/Eric Bischoff Promotion
Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff announced the birth of a new promotion dubbed Hulkamania. The group will start up in November with dates in Australia. The shows announced thus far are 11/21 in Melbourne, Australia at Rod Laver Arena; 11/24 in Perth at the SuperDome and 11/28 in Sydney at the Acer Arena. Hogan will be traveling to the land down under to do promotional work later this month. The local promoters for the group will be Condon Sports and Entertainment and KnokX Pro Entertainment. At this point, no names other than Hogan have been announced.
source: f4wonline.com
2009 PWI Female 50
1. Mickie James
2. Angelina Love
3. Melina
4. MsChif
5. Tara
6. Awesome Kong
7. Beth Phoenix
8. Michelle McCool
9. Maryse
10. Taylor Wilde
Click here for the full list.
I'm pissed that Cheerleader Melissa is #12 on the list.
Femmes Fatales Debut Hot in Montreal
In a city known for beautiful women, Saturday's NCW Femmes Fatales gala was something altogether different. The gathering of top female wrestlers was a riotous affair, featuring some of the top names in the business and some great matches. At the conclusion, one pundit called it "the best all-women's show ever in Canada."
The line-up included three big-name imports -- TNA's Alyssa Flash, working under her indy name of Cheerleader Melissa, Sara Del Rey, and SHIMMER champion MsChif, along with Ontarioans Cherry Bomb, Misty Haven, and SLAM! Wrestling's infrequent columnist Portia Perez. Rounding out the show were local stars like Kacey Diamond and LuFisto, who is without a doubt the best female wrestler in Quebec for the past 10 years...More?
source: slam wrestling
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Steve Keirn
September 10, 1951
Ric Flair wrestles his first ever bout in the WWF(WWE) after being fired from WCW.
September 10, 1991
Fritz von Erich died from cancer at at age 68.
September 10, 1997
Eric Bischoff fired as WCW President
September 10, 1999
September 9, 2009
NY Yankees to Auction WWE Championship Belt to Benefit Charity
The Yankees are hosting an online auction to benefit Camp Sundown, a year-round camp in upstate New York for children suffering from Xeroderma Pigmentosum (XP), a rare genetic disease that causes the body to be unable to repair cells damaged by UV light.
The prize? The replica WWE championship belt that's passed around the clubhouse to that night's player of the game. The belt is about as authentic as it gets, a gift from the legendary wrestling Jerry "The King" Lawler. As a bonus, the Yankees have signed the belt...More?
source: nj.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Dusty Rhodes defeated Arn Anderson for the NWA Television title.
September 9, 1986
In order to rival the Billy & Chuck wedding on SmackDown, Eric Bischoff introduces HLA (Hot Lesbian Action) to the RAW audience.
September 9, 2002
September 8, 2009
ECW Results: Beast Wars
Earlier in the evening, ECW Champion Christian & Tommy Dreamer spoke with the newest member of the ECW broadcast team, Savannah, and let her know that they were going to destroy Vladimir Kozlov & Ezekiel Jackson in tonight’s main event.
Unfortunately, things did not go as planned for Captain Charisma and the ECW Original. While both Superstars attacked their massive opponents with vigor, they were never truly able to gain an upper hand. In the end, Regal tripped up Dreamer, allowing Jackson to execute his modified uranage slam for the win. Of course, Regal and his ruthless roundtable didn’t stop there. The British Brawler applied a vicious Regal Stretch to the fallen Dreamer and then brutally kicked a defenseless Christian. The last thing the WWE Universe saw as the show faded to black was the bruised and battered ECW Champion sprawled on the arena floor. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Late 80's Wrestling Photos at Brandt Gallery
From 1985 to 1989, Anastasia Pantsios traveled around the country shooting grappling events like Starrcade in Atlanta, the Great American Bash in Charlotte and the Crockett Cup in New Orleans and Baltimore. “The images, like those of a theater or opera production, froze moments in which stylized gestures provided a conduit for emotions that became real in the process of being acted out,” says Pantsios. “Most fans pretty much knew it was fake, but the best wrestlers made you say to yourself, ‘I know it’s all staged, but boy, that looked real.” Pantsios will show off her wrestling photos as part of this month’s Tremont Art Walk...More?
source: clevescene.com
DX and Bob Barker
ROH Sells Out NYC
Ring of Honor is reporting that their 9/26 show at New York City's Manhattan Center has completely sold out. The show will feature the final ROH appearances of both Bryan Danielson and Nigel McGuinness who are of course headed to WWE. The show will be headlined by ROH Tag Team champions The American Wolves vs. Kevin Steen and El Generico in "Ladder War 2."
Finally...New Fozzy
Chris Jericho's band Fozzy has posted their latest song "Martyr No More" online. You can listen to the song at Youtube.com. The band has also announced that their album "Chasing The Grail" will be released through RiotAct.com on January 19.
This Day in Wrestling History
Ric Flair is stripped of recognition as the official NWA World Champion after being fired from WCW in 1991.
September 8, 1991
September 7, 2009
Chris Jericho & Bob Barker
Agent for Angelina Love Comments on his Client's Status
There is nothing surprising in this statement. It can be read here. Visa issue to be cleared up, Angelina is welcomed to return to TNA Wrestling, etc.
What is surprising to me is that this situation happened in the first place. Why wasn't anyone in the TNA legal dept. (assuming they have one) on top of these matters?
This incident with Angelina Love is a glaring example of why they are still struggling. If they insist on being WWE-lite, maybe they should copy their business practices too.
98 Years Ago: Gotch-Hackenschmidt
That match 98 years ago in Chicago brought together two ring rivals who had wrestled each other in the Windy City in April 1908. At the time of the first bout, it seemed like a classic mismatch, reminiscent of the Greco-Roman superheavyweight gold-medal match between Russian superstar Alexander Karelin and US dairy farmer Rulon Gardner at the 2000 Sydney Olympics...More?
source: examiner.com
Dragon Gate's Chicago Debut
Two days after making its pay-per-view debut, Dragon Gate USA wrestling made its debut in Chicago this Sunday for its "Open the Untouchable Gate" show. Delivering the hard-hitting, quick-paced style of action that its Japanese counterpart is famed for, DGUSA might well be emerging as the premiere North American company in terms of in-ring action...More?
source: slam wrestling
This Day in Wrestling History
Two years before winning the first official WWF(E) King of the Ring tournament, Bret "Hitman" Hart eliminates I.R.S. to win the 1991 KOTR tournament.
September 7, 1991
September 6, 2009
Upcoming Local Shows - Kyda Pro & Adrenaline Championship Wrestling
LEGEND CAGE FIGHTING PRESENTS PROJECT MAYHEM
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Legend Cage Fighting
KYDA Pro Wrestling
ACW PRESENTS: BIRTHRIGHT
SEPTEMBER 18th 8PM (preshow starts at 7:20PM)
Annapolis Boys And Girls Club
121 Southvilla Ave.
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Adrenaline Championship Wrestling
September 5, 2009
DC-Warner Bros. ‘Lobo’ Coming Soon
source: screenrant.com
I think I know someone that could play that part...
New Orleans Wants 2014 WrestleMania
SMG, the company that manages the Superdome and the New Orleans Arena on behalf of the state of Louisiana announced they are planning to place a bid for the 2014 WrestleMania event. WrestleMania XXV was held April 5 at Houston Reliant Stadium, and WrestleMania XXVI is slated to be held March 28, 2010, in Glendale, AZ. The bid for WrestleMania, which generally draws crowds of more than 60,000, has to be submitted to WWE by April 29. New Orleans has never hosted a WrestleMania.
source: blog.nola.com
SmackDown/ECW House Show Results - San Juan, PR
Undertaker and Triple H defeated C.M. Punk, Cody Rhodes, and Ted DiBiase in a handicap match. Biggest heat of the night for CM Punk. Legacy got a nice reaction too. Biggest pop for Undertaker, followed very closely by Triple H. Incredible. The faces got njce chants to start the match. Undertaker hit the Tombstone on Punk to end a great back and forth match that saw a lot of triple teaming from the heels on Triple H...More?
Biggest pop
1. Undertaker
2. Triple H (very close second)
3. Carlito and Primo Colon
4. Matt Hardy
source: prowrestling.net
This Day in Wrestling History
On SmackDown from Green Bay, WI, Chuck Palumbo asks Billy Gunn to be his "partner for life" in a very controversial storyline that got national attention.
September 5, 2002
September 4, 2009
SmackDown Results: Extreme Exodus
In the biggest match of his career, John Morrison finally did what Dolph Ziggler has been unable to do – dethrone Rey Mysterio to win the Intercontinental Championship. Despite a valiant fight from Mysterio to hold onto what was his, it was Starship Pain from The Friday Night Delight which ushered in the new champion. Now, Morrison will defend his new title against Dolph Ziggler at WWE Breaking Point.
In Matt Hardy’s first one-on-one match on SmackDown since having abdominal surgery, he was looking to represent the Hardy name and take down the reigning champion in the night’s main event. In a battle of wills, it was anyone’s match to win. However, before a victor could be decided, Undertaker emerged to confront his WWE Breaking Point opponent. In a swift and powerful assault, The Phenom chokeslammed Punk through the announce table, leaving him a lifeless heap on the arena floor. Full results.
source: wwe.com
WWE Raids May End ROH
Not only has WWE signed American Dragon, they've also signed former ROH World Champion, Nigel McGuinness. These two signings are the equivalent of an NHL franchise drafting Sidney Crosby and John Tavares in the same year. The sad truth is that this could be the final nail in ROH's coffin. The company was already reeling after the loss of booker Gabe Sapolsky and has been on a downward spiral ever since, but its one saving grace was that it was the place to see Danielson and McGuinness in action. While both men have dabbled in other independent promotions and Japan, ROH is the biggest and grandest independent promotion in North America -- but its survival now hangs in the balance as ROH bookers will now frantically attempt to build a new star to cushion the devastating blow...More?
source: slam wrestling
"Industry News" Replaced by "Worldwide"
The Industry News section on wwe.com has been replaced by the Worldwide section. The new secton provides a means to order tickets to the international shows. There is also a new WWE France and WWE Germany site.
Nigel McGuinness Signs with WWE
Nigel McGuinness has agreed in principle to a contract with World Wrestling Entertainment...More?
source: ring of honor
Things are looking up!
Angelina Love Released from TNA
Angelina Love has been released form TNA. Pwinsider is reporting that her work visa which was issued when she was signed to her WWE developmental contract in 2004 has expired or soon will. Angelina Love is Canadian.
This Day in Wrestling History
WCW's Monday Nitro debuts live from The Mall of America. In a shocking event, top WWF(E) superstar Lex Luger appears on the show and makes harsh remarks against the WWF(E).
September 4, 1995
September 3, 2009
AJ Styles Talks about his MTV Show, Playing NCAA and Madden, and Michelle McCool using the Styles Clash
IGN: Listen, I have to ask. WWE Diva Michelle McCool has come under some fire on Twitter for using your finisher, "The Styles Clash," as her finisher. How do you feel about that? What's the etiquette in the industry? Do people ask to use other people's moves, or is that something that just happens when you're a competitor?
Styles: Gail Kim's one of my really good friends, and I asked her about that and we talked about it and she (McCool) does do my move, but I'm flattered that she would think to use that move. It doesn't bother me at all. I guess it might be different if a guy was doing it and calling it something else. At one point Crash Holly was doing the "Crash Landing" which was The Styles Clash, but little did I know that they were just big fans of the move. Crash was a good guy. We got along great. We actually did an independent show and we both were going for the Styles Clash and we got into an argument. It was really funny.
The fact of the matter is this. People know it. That's the Styles Clash. That's my move. I came up with it on my own. It's okay. I understand, you gotta come up with something and there's not a lot of moves in the world. It's hard to be different. But it's cool with me. Now it would be different if it was a guy in my own company. But there is that one dude. What's his name? I'm like, good grief, this guy does everyone else's move and hasn't come up with one. He's a heck of an athlete. Morrison. Yeah, I've seen him do a lot of Low Ki's moves. He does my Spiral Tap. I was like, "Man, this guy watches a lot of tape." But he does them well, so I can't say anything bad about him. He does them well. He's heck of an athlete...More?
WWE Superstars Results: All Mixed Up
On paper, it looked like it was going to be a rough night for Raw’s resident high-flyer, Evan Bourne. Up against a much larger opponent in Chris Masters, Bourne was clearly the underdog going into tonight’s contest, but the explosive Superstar wasn’t about to back down. As expected, The Masterpiece controlled the early part of the bout, dominating Bourne with wrenching submissions, but “Air” Bourne began to mount a comeback. Using his unique offense to take Masters off his feet, Bourne found an opportunity to hit the top rope and execute a breathtaking Shooting Star Press. The amazing maneuver is exactly what Bourne needed to stop the hulking Chris Masters and pull off a huge victory. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Online Social Networking Both a Boon and Bane for Pro Wrestlers
As much as the Internet has proven to be a valued tool for wrestlers wishing to keep in touch with each other, promoters, as well as fans, it has also come to be a source of great exasperation thanks to impersonators and hackers.
"There's about 94,000 Kevin Nashes, and to me it's ridiculous," Kevin Nash told SLAM! Wrestling. "One of my friends got one of these (messages), and the guy (posing as Nash) said something kind of nasty to him. And he called me up and was really offended, and I said, 'Dude, I don't have one.' It says on my official page that I don't have a MySpace or Facebook or any of those things.
"I think the Internet really is kind of garbage, I really do. There's just not enough regulation to it. It's pretty much a pirate ship out there doing whatever the hell it wants to do."...More?
source: slam wrestling
Nancy O'Dell Speaks on Hosting Raw and Learning How to do a Bodyslam by Triple H
Nancy Odell spoke with The Mayhem Crew about what she is doing to get ready for the hosting job:
"I'm working out trying to get my muscles stronger so that I could do the bodyslam that Triple H teaches me. My goal is to be able to bodyslam The Big Show. Since this started, RAW's Guest Hosts as been getting major traction in promoting the vehicles the are promoting on the show. By having a Shaq on, or having a Jeremy Piven, the outlets are covering it in a different way. When I was covering Mickey Rourke, we were talking on Access Hollywood, he was talking about coming in the ring. That kinda started the celebrity trend. I think celebrities are smart to do it."
"Industry News" Removed from WWE.com
It appears that the WWE has removed the "Industry News" section from the front page of their website. I think this is s good thing. Since the "news" was screened and watered down anyway, why post it.
Jeff Hardy's Reality Show
According to the Wrestling Observer, Jeff Hardy has reportedly signed a deal with FOX 21 Studios for his reality show. Not much else is known that's official but Hardy is hoping that the show gets picked up on FOX, as opposed to MTV.
This Day in Wrestling History
Eddie Guerrero defeated Kurt Angle and Chyna for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title.
September 3, 2000
September 2, 2009
Recap of Batista's Interview on Hot 99.5
Apparently Dave is working his way through the Diva locker room. He is now on his third Diva...More?
This Day in Wrestling History
WCW's Clash of The Champions XX celebrates its 20th year of wrestling on TBS. The show also featured the last appearance of Andre The Giant in the USA.
September 2, 1992
Eric Bischoff awarded Triple H the new WWE Raw World title, exclusive to Raw.
September 2, 2002
September 1, 2009
ECW Results: Benjamin Hits Paydirt
Unable to compete as tag team partners on last week’s ECW, Shelton Benjamin and Zack Ryder squared off against each other. Regardless of their competitions to determine which is the more entertaining Superstar, The Gold Standard came out on top when it came down to a match. Despite a strong effort by Ryder, Benjamin hit Paydirt on the cocky, Long Island-bred Superstar to seal the Extreme victory. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Cody Rhodes Comments on Triple H & Shawn Michaels
Q. When do you see a wrestler like Shawn Michaels or Triple H retiring? Has it changed these days, where guys have to start thinking about how long they can really do this before their bodies start to break down?
A. Well, Triple H is just a model of how to take care of yourself. Everything from his diet to his passion for bodybuilding, his lifestyle is the model. Other professional wrestlers in the past may not have taken appropriate care of themselves. That's what is kind of scary about Triple H, and in some respects, Shawn Michaels, even with the injuries he's sustained in his career. Those guys aren't going away until somebody says, "I wanna have your spot." So I don't see it happening anytime soon.
source: fanhouse
USA Network has its "best summer ever"; WWE Raw has its best year since 2001
USA made television history by delivering the best summer ever in all of basic cable in P25-54 (1.64 million), P18-49 (1.455 million), P18-34 (617,000), total viewers (3.6 million) and households (2.67 million) in prime. With August 2009 data, USA now has 12 consecutive months of each month beating all previous records for the network in P25-54, P18-49, total viewers and households. The network's record performance was driven by outstanding performances from original series, including Burn Notice, the top-rated scripted series in all of television -- broadcast or cable, including pay-TV -- in P25-54.
WWE's MONDAY NIGHT RAW had its best summer since 2001, delivering more P25-54 (2.68 million), total viewers (5.72 million), and households (3.83 million) than the show has drawn in the past 8 years and growing year to year by +8% P25-54, +4% P18-49, +11% total viewers and +16% in households...More?
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