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October 27, 2010
Dana White Says Network Deal Coming in 2011, UFC Channel to Follow
UFC president Dana White is always fond of looking to the future. With a knowing smile, he often tells reporters that big things are afoot in the UFC offices, even if he doesn't always give specifics about what he's working on.
In a recent interview with Broadcasting & Cable, White outlined two major goals for 2011 and beyond.
First, he said that the UFC will be on broadcast TV in 2011. And then he dropped a bigger bombshell, saying that the UFC would start its own network within the next few years...More?
source: mmafighting.com
Judge Rules Voters Can Wear WWE Paraphernalia to Polls
A federal judge today ordered that no one be barred from wearing clothing or paraphernalia related to World Wrestling Entertainment.
U.S. District Judge Janet Bond Arterton issued the order in response to a lawsuit filed by WWE Chairman Vincent McMahon against Secretary of the State Susan Bysiewicz.
Arterton ruled that Bysiewicz and other election officials “shall not apply the election laws of the state of Connecticut to prohibit Plaintiff and other voters from wearing WWE clothing, paraphernalia or merchandise within 75 feet of polling places on November 2, 2010.”
“I am pleased that Connecticut voters have had their freedom of expression to wear WWE merchandise and their right to vote restored,” McMahon said in a press release.
source: nhregister.com
Top 5 Companies in the Movies & Entertainment Industry With the Highest Return on Equity: WWE 3rd
Below are the top five companies in the Movies & Entertainment industry as measured by return on equity (ROE). The ROE is a general indication of the company's efficiency; Investors usually look for companies with ROEs that are high and are growing.
Navarre (NAVR) ranks first with an ROE of 38.3%; Cinemark (CNK) ranks second with an ROE of 15.1%; and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) ranks third with an ROE of 14.9%.
Walt Disney (DIS) follows with an ROE of 11.1% and News Corp (NWS) rounds out the top five with an ROE of 10.5%.
source: investors.com
Brock Lesnar vs. Cain Velasquez Fight Overshadowed By Undertaker?
Mixed martial arts fans are talking about it, pro wrestling fans are talking about it: the bizarre post-fight confrontation between newly-dethroned UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar and longtime pro wrestling superstar The Undertaker.
The Undertaker, Mark Calaway, was ringside answering questions about the title bout with Fight Magazine's Ariel Helwani when Lesnar emerged from the octagon and began walking toward the pair on his way back to the dressing rooms. After a brief stare-down, a deathly serious 'Taker asked, "You wanna do it?"
Lesnar said nothing and continued to the back of the room. Helwani said later in an interview with The Fight Network that it was not a staged event in any way...More?
source: cbsnews.com
WWE Takes Stock, 10 Years Later
This Day in Wrestling History
Frank Gotch defeated "British Champion" Alex Monroe in Kansas City. Gotch again announces his "retirement" and states that the only American he wished to face was Dr. Benjamin F. Roller, and that he would pin Roller "six times in an hour."
October 27, 1911
Sweet Daddy Siki defeats Sam Steamboat for the Hawaii version of the NWA North American Heavyweight Title.
October 27, 1971
Tito Santana & Rick Martel defeated the Hart Foundation for the WWF(E) Tag Team title.
October 27, 1987
Brian Pillman defeated Richard Morton in a tournament final to become the first WCW World Light Heavyweight Champion.
October 27, 1991
Shawn Michaels defeated Davy Boy Smith for the WW(E)F Intercontinental title.
October 27, 1992
Scott Hall & Kevin Nash defeated Harlem Heat for the WCW Tag Team title.
October 27, 2001
October 26, 2010
WWE NXT Results: Tricks and Plenty of Treats
Week Eight results:
* NXT Rookie Diva Challenge: Kaitlyn won the Halloween Costume Contest
* Naomi def. Maxine
* Brie Bella def. A.J.
* NXT Rookie Diva Challenge: Maxine won the Halloween Candy Eating Contest
* Aksana & Goldust def. Maryse & Ted DiBiase
NXT Rookie Diva Records:
* A.J.: Challenge wins: 1, Win/Loss record: 3-2
* Aksana: Challenge wins: 0, Win/Loss record: 1-3
* Kaitlyn: Challenge wins: 1, Win/Loss record: 1-2
* Maxine: Challenge wins: 1, Win/Loss record: 1-3
* Naomi: Challenge wins: 3, Win/Loss record: 3-2
source: wwe.com
Lucha Libre USA Returning to MTV2 and Announces Permanent TV Taping Location
Following its successful debut season, Lucha Libre USA announces that it will film Season 2 of its Masked Warriors television series at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Albuquerque, NM for later broadcast on MTV 2 and Tr3s.
The new Hard Rock Hotel & Casino will host the second season of Lucha Libre USA Masked Warriors from December through June. “We are thrilled to bring some of Mexican Wrestling’s most infamous characters to our venue. The outlandish plots and spectacular physicality appeals to a huge fan base and we are excited to bring this type of sport to New Mexico,” says Cassie Rakoczy, Marketing Director at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Albuquerque...More?
WWE Makes CT Secretary of State Back Down
“The moment Connecticut Secretary of State Susan Bysiewicz issued an un-American, unconstitutional and discriminatory directive prohibiting voters from wearing WWE merchandise at the polls, Attorney General Richard Blumenthal should have immediately stepped in to enforce the law. As a result of the Attorney General’s inaction, I brought suit to enforce these basic, fundamental constitutional rights. Within hours of filing the lawsuit, Blumenthal recused himself, and Bysiewicz reversed her position and immediately notified all Local Registrar of Voters and Town Clerks via email. I am pleased that Connecticut voters have had their freedom of expression and their right to vote restored,” said Vince McMahon, Chairman and CEO, World Wrestling Entertainment.
Legend's Daughter Signed by WWE
It has been confirmed that Shaul Marie Guerrero, the daughter of Eddie and Vickie Guerrero, has signed a developmental contract with World Wrestling Entertainment. The 20-year-old had been pursuing a musical career since graduating from high school and entering college in 2009. She was signed last week and will be reporting to Florida Championship Wrestling's headquarters in Tampa shortly.
source: impactwrestling.com
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
