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June 18, 2010
Update on TNA's "Suicide"
The "Suicide" character returned to TNA at the Xplosion tapings this week and is now being played by New Japan star Kazuchika Okada.
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Bruiser Brody
June 18, 1946
Jack & Jerry Brisco defeated Rick Steamboat & Jay Youngblood for the NWA World Tag Team title.
June 18, 1983
June 17, 2010
WWE Superstars Results: Making A Splash
For weeks, Jimmy & Jey Uso, along with their associate Tamina, have been attacking The Hart Dynasty at every turn. Tonight, the impressive team got their first taste of official WWE action when they stepped into the squared circle with the unique pairing of Mark Henry & Goldust. Clearly, going against two of WWE’s most seasoned veterans would be a tough task for any duo, especially two that were just making their debut, but The Usos were up to the task. After a grueling back and forth battle, the dangerous Tamina distracted Goldust, allowing Jimmy Uso to knock The Bizarre One down and nail a huge top-rope splash for the 1-2-3, capping off a stellar debut. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Rumor Mill - WWE Star Behind NXT Faction
According to wrestlezone.com, Chris Jericho will be revealed as the leader of the NXT faction.
However, it should be noted that the idea is being reconsidered due to Jericho's decision to host the upcoming game show "Downfall." The WWE is said to be upset about the possibility of Jericho devoting more time to the show than to WWE.
There is also speculation that when Triple H returns, he will be revealed as the NXT faction leader, but the idea of it being Chris Jericho is definitely an idea that was/is being talked about.
Batista Comments on Why He Left the WWE
Dave Metzler of the Wrestling Observer asked Batista why he left the WWE when he saw him at the Strikeforce show in Los Angeles. Batista said he was sick and tired of WWE's direction and had to get out. He said that it wasn't the kind of wrestlng he grew up with...More?
Davey Richards Leaving Wrestling to Wage Other Battles
Ring of Honor's annual "Final Battle" show will have a literal meaning for Davey Richards.
One of pro wrestling's best pound-for-pound technicians says he is retiring after that December card to pursue other endeavors.
"I didn't plan to do this for my career," Richards said Wednesday in a telephone interview. "I've gotten done with paramedic school and have other things I want to concentrate on. I want to get my black belt in jiujitsu and finish the fire academy. I'm married now, too. Ring of Honor has so many talented guys that they don't need me anymore."...More?
source: scrippsnews.com
June 16, 2010
