Chyna Memorial Recap: X-Pac Vows To Fight For Chyna In WWE HOF, RVD Speaks, Messages From Top Stars

Yesterday was the Chyna Memorial in Redondo Beach, CA. The ceremony featured live music, art, speeches, a performance from Coolio and more. There was a video package shown of wrestlers stating that she should be in the WWE Hall of Fame, including Triple H's comments from the Steve Austin podcast (which was shown several times), Stephanie McMahon's comments to TMZ as well as endorsements from Mike Tyson, Billy Gunn, Jake Roberts, Coolio, Jennifer Tilly, The Headbangers, Al Snow, Greg Valentine, Lorenzo Llamas, Bushwhacker Luke and others.

Another video package was shown with comments from wrestlers remembering Chyna. Terri Runnels talked about how much she missed her and being a part of Chyna's WWF debut, noting that she felt it the next morning.

Mick Foley appeared and shared his favorite memory, which was Chyna watching over his daughter when she was a kid. Hulk Hogan said that he met Chyna years before she broke into wrestling, and that she had a great heart and they'll wrestle again someday. Kurt Angle talked about Chyna being revolutionary and said that she made an everlasting impression on himself and everyone she's met. Jeff Jarrett's was the last video message, and he noted that she was his last opponent in WWE, and he worked with her in her last match in TNA. He said that it was special every time he worked with her.

Sean "X-Pac" Waltman spoke for about 6 minutes. He noted that he had a "really rocky relationship" with her, but that he loved her until the day she died. He said that Chyna did more for the empowerment of women than Billie Jean King and others, and feels that she doesn't get the credit that she deserves for that. He said that Chyna might have been the most important member of D-X and was the glue of the group. He said that maybe we shouldn't give WWE a break, and it's time for WWE to induct her. He talked about how big her time in NJPW was.

"I'm really sorry, I hope you forgive me for not taking better care of you," Waltman concluded. "I'm going to do everything in my power to make sure that you end up in the WWE Hall of Fame where you belong."

Rob Van Dam was the last wrestler to speak. He talked about her being a pioneer and mentioned seeing her at a Q&A last year. He said that she was grateful that he respected her and he noted that of course he did, and joked, "she was the man!" He noted that guys would whisper backstage during Chyna's run about if they would be cool wrestling women, but it made men outside the business whisper that she would "beat the sh-t" out of them, and he agreed. He put over her impact on the business and said that people will always remember and, "and she doesn't even need a last name." He put her over for always doing things her way and being one of a kind.

Mike Tyson: Chael 'hands down' better trash talker than Ali, Vince McMahon could beat up Dana White

In case you've been wondering what Mike Tyson thinks about the burning issues of the day, UFC Tonight's Ariel Helwani caught up with him and got him to go on the record. Here's how MMA Mania summed it up:

What we know from Tyson's appearance is that WWE CEO Vince McMahon can beat up UFC President Dana White (settling this debate), Evander Holyfield's ear would have tasted a lot better with hot sauce on it, and UFC Light Heavyweight Chael Sonnen is a better trash talker than legendary pugilist Muhammed Ali.

Wait, what?

"Chael Sonnen," insisted "Iron" Mike. "Chael talks too much. I think Chael believes what he says. Chael hands down."

While I'm enjoying Iron Mike's middle-aged re-creation as a lovable old uncle for the UFC, anyone who really thinks Chael Sonnen even compares to Muhammad Ali as a personality or talker obviously is lying or never actually paid attention to Muhammad Ali back in the day.

Still Mike may be onto something regarding Vince McMahon vs. Dana White.

Mike Tyson Comments On If He Would Wrestle For WWE, Thoughts On Big Show vs. Floyd Mayweather, The Shield

ESPN has a new Q&A online with Mike Tyson to promote WWE ’13. Below are the highlights:

Would he wrestle for WWE:

If I’m healthy, and I am, I think, I would do it,” he said. “You have to be in shape. You can’t just come off the street and do this stuff. I did a little wrestling before in there during rehearsal, and you have to be in top shape. You gotta work out. You’re going to get hurt, so you have to be in shape that way you can make sure you limit the damage.

Before boxing, I was a WWF fan. It’s like a soap opera for men. That’s what poor, inner-city kids did, we watched these guys wrestle and we fantasized about being them and that glory and that fighting.

Thoughts on Big Show vs. Floyd Mayweather at Wrestlemania:

I was so mad when they did that s—. Floyd can’t beat no [expletive] Big Show. That’s bulls—. I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I forgot I was doing an interview, but he was fighting one of my boys.

What he thinks of The Shield:

I like them, but it’s tough getting used to all the new guys. Back in the day, these guys were around for 20 years, but now, they just don’t have long careers like they used to have. As far as entertainment, nobody beats Mick Foley. He must’ve broke every bone in his body. I saw him and Terry Funk fight one time and they should’ve died. They should’ve been dead. I couldn’t believe what I was seeing. They must be some hard-core guys.

Another guy I like is Randy Orton. He’s so different than his dad. Cowboy Bob Orton with the belly and the big old hat. Randy has the Superman physique, but his dad was that big-bellied guy who had a broken arm for like 10 years [laughs]. Times change, you gotta change with the times.

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Mike Tyson returns to the ring in 'WWE '13'

The campaign premise of "Live the Revolution" continues, as THQ has announced the return of the incomparable Mike Tyson to the ring – virtually – in "WWE ’13," the revolutionary next installment in the WWE flagship video game franchise.

Often touted as "The Baddest Man on the Planet," the boxing legend and former Undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World will be available as an exclusive playable character for consumers who pre-order the videogame at any participating retailer in the United States or Canada for Microsoft's Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system, Sony's PlayStation3 computer entertainment system or the Nintendo Wii system (while supplies last).

Tyson made headlines with WWE in early 1998 as part of the company’s groundbreaking Attitude Era, a time period prominently featured in "WWE ’13" through a brand-new single-player campaign. He is best remembered for his appearances leading up to and at WrestleMania XIV, where he was recruited by D-Generation X to serve as a ringside enforcer during the main event match between DX member Shawn Michaels and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin for the WWE Championship. Tyson, sporting a sleeveless DX T-shirt and black jeans – the same look as his playable character in "WWE ’13" ­– interfered in the match, allowing Austin to secure the victory and ultimately abandoning his presumed alliance with the renegade faction. Tyson returned to WWE on January 11, 2010, as a guest on Monday Night Raw, and was then inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on March 30, 2012.

"As one of the most dominant champions in boxing history, and one of the most memorable guests to ever be featured on WWE programming, Mike Tyson led an incredible revolution that changed the way fans perceive the sport," said Sean Ratcliffe, Vice President, Global Brand Management, THQ. "He was a tremendous addition to the Attitude Era, and is certain to attract a wide variety of fans to 'Live the Revolution' offered in 'WWE ’13.'”

"'The Baddest Man on the Planet' is back – and only in 'WWE ’13,'” said Mike Tyson. "Fans everywhere can now relive what I experienced during the Attitude Era."

Interview with Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson Interested in Helping the WWE

Speaking to Power Slam last month about his induction into the WWE Hall of Fame, legendary boxer Mike Tyson says he would be interested in wrestling for WWE.

When asked if he still watches wrestling these days, he responded, "I don't watch it as much as I used to—but it's not the same as it was; they don't have the same guys. But Triple H is coming back, the WWE is coming back, and I'd like to do whatever I can to be a part of that, to help them in any way I can. I would like to be a wrestler."

Video: Triple H & Shawn Michaels Induct Mike Tyson Into WWE Hall of Fame

Full List of Inductors for 2012 WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

Though WWE has yet to announce who will be inducting the 2012 WWE Hall of Fame inductees, a strong source within the organization says the following plans are in place.

* Edge will be inducted by Christian

* Four Horsemen (Arn Anderson, Barry Windham, JJ Dillon, Ric Flair and Tully Blanchard) will be inducted by Dusty Rhodes

* Mike Tyson will be inducted by Shawn Michaels and Triple H

* Mil Mascaras will be inducted by Alberto Del Rio

* Ron Simmons will be inducted by John “Bradshaw” Layfield

* Yokozuna will be inducted by Jey & Jimmy Uso

Jerry “The King” Lawler will host the event.

source: wwe.com

WWE Hall of Fame Inductee “Iron” Mike Tyson to be at WrestleMania Axxess

Not only can WWE Universe members meet their favorite Superstars at WrestleMania Axxess, they can meet boxing legend and 2012 WWE Hall of Fame Inductee Mike Tyson!

"Iron" Mike will be at WrestleMania Axxess at the Miami Beach Convention Center on Friday, March 30 from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

TICKETS
A limited amount of tickets will be sold for an exclusive photo opportunity at the WWEShop stand on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. and Friday from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m

source: wwe.com

Q&A with Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson Being Inducted Into the WWE Hall of Fame

Mike Tyson can now boast that he's a member of not one, but two halls of fame -- because the legendary boxer is going to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame ... TMZ has learned.

Tyson will be inducted during the ceremony at American Airlines Arena in Miami, FL on March 31. As has become tradition, WrestleMania XXVIII takes place the following day.

Iron Mike tells TMZ, "I am honored to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. I was the youngest heavyweight champion of all time, but the most fun I ever had in the ring was with WWE."

Tyson's history with the WWE goes back to 1998 when, after a confrontation with Stone Cold Steve Austin on Monday Night Raw, Tyson served as special enforcer for the main event at WrestleMania XIV between Austin and Shawn Michaels (see above).

Tyson made his return to the WWE last year, when he hosted Monday Night Raw.

The Treasures of WrestleMania

If the future WWE Hall of Fame were ever to open a wing devoted to The Show of Shows, here are items that will hopefully find their way inside:

Piper’s Boxing Gloves
Seen At: WrestleMania 2

Brutus “The Barber” Beefcake’s Scissors
Seen At: WrestleMania V

Battle Royal Trophy
Seen At: WrestleMania IV

Arrogance Atomizer
Seen At: WrestleMania VI

Blindfold
Seen At: WrestleMania VII

Zipline
Seen At: WrestleMania XII

Mike Tyson’s Pants and Shirt
Seen At: WrestleMania XIV

Undertaker’s Cape
Seen At: WrestleMania XV

Shawn Michaels’s Confetti Cannons
Seen At: WrestleMania XIX

Rey Mysterio’s Headdress
Seen At: WrestleMania 22

John Cena’s Mustang
Seen At: WrestleMania 23

Triple H’s Mask
Seen At: WrestleMania XXVII

source: wwe.com

The 10 Most Intimidating Athletes in the World

Most of the time, we prefer our athletes to be warm, smiling characters. Contained below are the most frightening, snarling athletes that the general public would do well to avoid like their lives depend on it:

1. Mike Tyson
2. Serena Williams
3. Ray Lewis
4. Scott Parker
5. Albert Belle
6. Bernard Hopkins
7. Lawrence Taylor
8. Randy Johnson
9. Wanderlei Silva
10. Brock Lesnar

source: guyism

Triple H & Shawn Michaels vs Chris Jericho & Mike Tyson