WWE Superstars Results: Big Red Runaway

Despite suffering a devastating attack by Big Show last week on Raw, “Air” Bourne came back with an impressive victory this week against The Pitbull. It was a back-and-forth match that seemed like it could go either way, with Noble grounding Bourne and thwarting several of his attempts to go to the top rope. In the end, a devastating kick to the head took the bark away from The Pitbull and allowed the young Raw Superstar to live up to the “Air” moniker and hit the Shooting Star Press followed by the 1-2-3. Full results.

source: wwe.com

Interview with Chris Hero

Claudio Castagnoli Speaks Out on the Sharmell vs. Jenna Morasca Debacle

Claudio Castagnoli posted what he referred to as a "rant" (I call it the truth) about the Sharmell vs. Jenna Morasca match at the TNA pay-per-view Victory Road:

"...Why am I writing all this? Well after reading so much about it I had to see it myself. Some of my students at the CHIKARA wrestle factory warned me and told me I shouldn't, but I watched it anyway. And I’ll never get those 8 minutes of my life back. If I would have paid for this I would be so upset!

Have you figured it out yet? I’m talking about Jenna Morasca vs. Sharmell match from Victory Road. Thanks to youtube.com I was able to watch it for free. Honestly I think you should get paid to watch this! My condolences to all those who actually paid to see that crap.

Sharmell, I’m giving you the benefit of the doubt here. Not that she looked particularly good in this match, but how could she?

Now what was so insulting? Well the fact that this chick that’s from a reality show that needs absolutely no talent can get a job in the wrestling business and being featured on PPV making a mockery out of the sport I love!

Starting at the horrible entrance to the horrible slap right before Kong splashed her, you’re a disgrace to the ring. Did you think if you act like a stripper people would not care what you do in the ring?"...More?

Take a moment and read his entire "rant". If you haven't seen the match, click here.

Former WWE Developmental Wrestler Found Dead

Former WWE developmental wrestler Damian Steele was found dead yesterday according to various wrestling media sources. Steele was a tag team partner with WWE Smackdown star Jesse (Ray Gordy) in developmental and the two appeared as a tag team once on SmackDown. Details on his passing are not known at this time.

source: wrestleview.com

Here We Go Again

Dunstable man beat guests after watching WWE.

A 35-year-old Dunstable man is facing assault charges after he allegedly beat two of his guests severely after watching World Wrestling Entertainment on pay-per-view.

The three told police they had been at Osborne's house watching World Wrestling Entertainment on pay-per-view TV. At one point, Hannon was sitting at the kitchen table when an unidentified bald man came up and punched him in the neck...More?

source: mercurynews.com

I'm still trying to figure out what this has to do with the WWE.

Josh Barnett Responds to Steroid Allegations

John Barnet responds to the allegations on his myspace blog:

"Many of you are wondering what's happening. What I can say is that when applying for my license, the CSAC asked for me to submit a urine sample for testing prior to granting my license as they do with everyone, I believe. It was not a random test. I had no reason to believe there would be any issues and went in to submit my sample at the earliest possible opportunity on June 25th. I never once thought there would be a problem."

"My representatives and I are working to gather as much info as possible and handle this situation as best as we can. I am embarrassed and want for nothing more than to resolve this issue and receive a license from the State of California as I have done many times already and for other states as well. I am very thankful for all the great family, friends and fans that still support me."

This Day in Wrestling History

Wendi Richter defeated Fabulous Moolah for the WWF(E) Women's title.
July 23, 1984

Shawn Michaels defeated Jeff Jarrett for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title.
July 23, 1995

Another Preview of Triple H on 'Robot Chicken'

Triple H After Raw 07/20

Fan report:

After the cameras went off, Legacy challenges Triple H and John Cena to a rematch. They get back in the ring, Cena and Hunter are ready, and Rhodes/Dibiase go back out of the ring without Orton knowing it. The place is going nuts now, and Orton looks really uncomfortable. He gets an Attitude Adjustment and a Pedigree in short order and rolls out the ring. Cena shakes hands and raises Triple H's arm, then heads out to the ramp, and throws his wrist bands to kids in the crowd.

Hunter then gets out of the ring, and helps Randy up, patting him on the shoulder, helps him back into the ring, and then Pedigrees him again. The place erupts with approval.

And now, despite his politicking, and his "spot" in the company, etc, etc, let me declare here and now that Triple H is a true class act, as he took time to walk all the way around the barricade, slapping hands and hugging kids. There was one kid by the corner of the ramp who was absolutely petrified for some reason, and Hunter came over and talked to him, asked him if he enjoyed the show, and then hugged him. It's awesome to see him recognize the fans who help support him.

source: wrestlecrap forums

Sharmell vs. Jenna Morasca - Worst Match of the Year?

Jason Powell of prowrestling.net wrote this review of the Sharmell vs. Jenna Morasca match at TNA Victory Road:

"The worst wrestling match of the year. Jenna looked like a young Peggy Bundy and never should have appeared in the ring to begin with. I don't blame her, though. She's just collecting a paycheck and doing what they ask of her. I blame TNA for not recognizing that pro wrestling fans don't give a damn about Jenna Morasca. They've had months to figure out that their fans don't care. Rather than pull the plug, they put her in a horrible match that had one of the most idiotic finishes in history."

Ouch!! Here's the match. You decide.

Arrest Made in Death of Lucha Minis

A woman has been arrested in Mexico over the deaths of two midget wrestlers - twin brothers - discovered in a hotel room last month.

Prosecutors allege she was one of two women who spiked the wrestlers' drinks with eye-drops as part of a robbery.

The 65-year-old woman denies the charges. The police said they were searching for her alleged accomplice, known as "The Fat One"...More?

source: bbc

Look Familiar?

I think the cover of 50 Cent's recently released mixtape entitled "The Undertaker" is inspired by someone we know.