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October 17, 2007
Possible ECW/SmackDown Merger
In another huge story coming out of WWE, it appears that the SmackDown and ECW brands will be merging to an extent. This comes as a direct result of TV discussions between WWE and NBC/Universal not going so good. WWE and The Sci-Fi Network's deal expires at the end of this year and so far, Sci-Fi has shown signs that they might not re-sign.
Since ECW's premiere on the network in June of 2006, the ratings have dropped from a 2.79 to a 1.1 and 1.2 in the past two weeks, which are bad numbers for Sci-Fi original programming. The ECW program could be considered by some as just a step above Heat or Velocity, as just another C-level show. Bad wrestling and bad booking can obviously be linked to the ratings slump...More?
Pro Wrestling Regulation
The Atlanta Journal Constitution has a new article talking about the Georgia Athletic and Entertainment Commission possibly overseeing pro wrestling in that state. Commission board member Cary Ichter said: "I'm going to make sure we have a way to protect folks in Georgia from the shenanigans of the WWE." WWE is currently exempt from from being regulated in Georgia due to a rule that prevents organizations with assets over $25 million from being exempt. Ichter is looking to close that loophole in Georgia law. WWE attorney Jerry McDevitt commented on Ichter's actions saying, "Gee, surprise, surprise. Wonder why he's doing that?"
October 16, 2007
MCW Fan Made Video Contest
Are you always taking a video clip for your web page or for YouTube? Always sharing your favorite MCW moments with your friends?
Now, you can share them with everyone and possibly win prizes. Maryland Championship Wrestling will accept video entries of your favorite MCW moment.
One catch: You must be the filmmaker. Send us your video (taken via CELLPHONE or STILL FRAME/DIGITAL CAMERA). Note: Camcorders are not allowed.
The best captured moments from every show will compete, with the winner receiving a MCW Prize Pack
More info?: www.marylandwrestling.com
Breaking News: Booker T & Sharmell Released From WWE
The following is from WWE.com:
WWE has come to terms on the release of WWE Superstar Booker T and WWE Diva Sharmell as of October 27. We wish both Booker & Sharmell he best in all their future endeavors.
Some fighters think UFC salaries unfair
When discussing fighter salaries, Ultimate Fighting Championship president Dana White is fond of saying, "I take care of my guys."
Some of those guys aren't so sure.
Last week, UFC heavyweight champion Randy Couture walked away from the organization with two fights left on his contract, in part, due to what he thought was low pay compared to other UFC stars. He also told Sherdog.com that the UFC lied to him about being the second-highest paid fighter in the promotion.
Couture is not alone when it comes to being dissatisfied with how the UFC doles out dollars. Light heavyweight Dan Henderson, who was in Houston on Saturday to conduct a clinic at Miletich Fighting Systems, says dealing with the UFC on compensation and contracts is challenging and not as easy as previous negotiations with Pride Fighting Championships...More?
source: www.chron.com
October 15, 2007
TNA News
TNA wanted 2 Cold Scorpio to play the role of Rasheed Lucius Consequences Creed as a new member for 'Team Pacman'. No word on why it didn't go down but that's definitely who they wanted. Styles and Tomko won the tag titles anyways so that's the route they are going. No more 'Pacman'.
There will be at tournament on iMPACT! based on eliminations from the battle royal at Bound for Glory. It was setup so it would be Young vs. James Storm, Junior Fatu vs. Roode, Chris Sabin vs. Alex Shelley, and Frankie Kazarian vs. Lance Hoyt.
Before the TNA Bound for Glory PPV The Motor City Machineguns of Alex Shelley & Chris Sabin d. Joey Matthews (Joey Mercury) & Johnny Swinger (Johnny Parisi).
Kevin Nash is going to be wrestling in TNA at the next PPV - Genesis. Yay. This also means TNA offered him more money to stick around.
The Amazing Kong is now known as Awesome Kong.
Look for Matt Morgan vs. Tomko, possibly at the iMPACT! tapings this week and Sting vs. Kevin Nash at TNA Genesis.
Holyfield Urged To Retire After Losing Title Bout To Ibragimov
Evander Holyfield has made up his mind. A loss to Sultan Ibragimov won't stop him, nor will the approach of his 45th birthday. "My goal is to be the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world," Holyfield said.
His trainer, Ronnie Shields, is less than enthusiastic about such a project.
"I think he should take some time and think about what he wants to do," he said. "I can't make that decision for him." Holyfield's resume is one of the most extensive in boxing: four world heavyweight titles and the undisputed cruiserweight crown during a 23-year pro career.
Two other trainers, Jeff Mayweather and Freddie Roach, think it's time for him to quit following a loss by unanimous decision Saturday night that allowed Ibragimov to keep the WBO title. "There's always a time and his has come," Roach said. "He's got nothing left to prove. I'd hate to see him end up being hurt. He's got a lot of money, but what's that worth if you can't count it?"...More?
October 14, 2007
Ring of Honor News
ROH is ready for its first trip to the West Coast this weekend!!! It all starts this Friday in Las Vegas for "Survival Of The Fittest 2007" at the Empire Ballroom in the heart of the Strip. We have a look at the entire card below including the ROH debut of Human Tornado and main show debut of Tony Kozina. The qualifying matches will be highlighted by a rematch of the "Driven" PPV match of the year candidate pitting new ROH World Champion Nigel McGuinness against Bryan Danielson. You can argue that this is ROH's greatest all time rivalry after "Driven" and now the feud comes to Las Vegas!!! McGuinness is angrier than ever at Danielson after what Danielson did after Nigel won the belt. You can see the incident for yourself in the new ROH Video Wire...More?
Raw Preview - English Pound
Raw hops the pond this week to visit Birmingham, England in what promises to be a bloody good show. But while the Superstars will be hopping the pond, their rivalries will remain firmly entrenched.
Chief among them: Randy Orton vs. Shawn Michaels and Triple H vs. Umaga.
Michaels stunned Orton when he returned from spending months on the sidelines and put him to sleep with Sweet Chin Music. What else does HBK have in store for the Legend Killer? And do his plans include Orton’s newly-won WWE Championship?
Meanwhile, last week, Umaga continued relentlessly punishing Triple H long after the bell had sounded in their Handicap Match pitting The Game against the Samoan Bulldozer & WWE Champion Randy Orton. After adding injury to insult, can Umaga really hope to leave Europe without feeling the wrath of The Game?...More?
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
