Frank Gotch wrestles his first match since April 1913, defeating Henry Ordemann in Humboldt, Iowa.
June 28, 1915
In a memorable moment Jimmy Snuka does a cross body dive off the top of a steel cage in Madison Square Garden. Snuka missed the cross body, which allowed Bob Backlund to climb out of the cage and win the match.
June 28, 1982
Chief Jay & Jules Strongbow defeated Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito for the WWWF(WWE) Tag Team title.
June 28, 1982
Steve Austin defeated the Undertaker for the WWF(E) Heavyweight title.
June 28, 1999
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June 27, 2011
Rumor Mill - Backstage Reaction to CM Punk's Raw Promo
While some people backstage knew it was coming, CM Punk's shoot promo on Monday Night Raw certainly had everyone buzzing. When Punk started talking about being "a Paul Heyman guy," and referenced controversial, past WWE names like Brock Lesnar, many wrestlers watching on the monitor were said to be "simply and solidly stunned" according to one WWE Superstar we spoke with, and several others were trying to find out Talent Exec John Laurinaitis' reaction as well.
While no one believes Punk went into business for himself, the majority of the Raw locker room was said to be "in shock" (according to one source in production) over how strong the shoot promo was, and the delivery.
source: wrestlezone.com
WWE "Suspends" CM Punk Following Tonight's Raw
From wwe.com:
WWE Chairman Vince McMahon suspends CM Punk
Raw’s abrupt conclusion Monday night was not due to technical difficulties. The decision to suddenly end the broadcast in that manner was made by WWE Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon, who gave this quote to WWE.com:
“CM Punk was suspended indefinitely for his unprofessional conduct as soon as Raw went off the air.”
With his WWE contract expiring on July 17, one can only assume that this suspension effectively terminates CM Punk’s tenure with WWE.
Update on Jeff Hardy's Drug Case
Prosecutors hope to wrap up the drug case against professional wrestler Jeff Hardy this week.
A judge Monday was supposed to hear the results of a review of whether Hardy should be accepted into an inpatient substance abuse addiction program in lieu of jail time. However, the hearing was postponed because of scheduling conflicts with a civil case that needs to use the courtroom.
Assistant District Attorney Warren McSweeney said Judge James Webb put the case on stand-by, and Hardy is likely to be called back to court some time Thursday.
In April, Hardy's lawyer said his client was working with Moore County's Sentencing Services program to pursue a treatment program as an alternative to serving jail time.
At Hardy's last court hearing, Becky Carlson, the county's sentencing services administrator, told the judge Hardy was borderline in his need for a 28-day inpatient treatment program, though she had only formed an initial opinion...More?
source: fayobserver.com
Wrestling’s Greatest Tag Team Sign With ROH
ROH officials are excited to announce that the ROH World Tag Team Champions Charlie Haas & Shelton Benjamin, collectively known as Wrestling’s Greatest Tag Team, have signed their names on the dotted line and are officially under contract to Ring of Honor Wrestling!...More?
source: rohwrestling.com
WWE and MDA to Recognize Youth Volunteers
WWE and the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) today announced a summer initiative to recognize kids and teens, ages 6-17, who have demonstrated a significant commitment to MDA or supported those with muscular dystrophy or any of the 43 related diseases in MDA’s program.
“I am truly inspired by the dedication of volunteers who help individuals with muscular dystrophy persevere and overcome the challenges of this debilitating disease,” stated WWE Superstar Triple H®, Ambassador for MDA’s Make A Muscle, Make A Difference Campaign. “We hope this initiative will inspire young people across the United States to make a difference in lives of those affected by muscular dystrophy.”...More?
Rumor Mill - Triple H on the "Fast Track"
Wrestlezone.com is reporting that many wrestlers are watching what is being called "the fast track" WWE Chairman Vince McMahon has placed Triple H on, and many are wondering if WWE under HHH and Stephanie McMahon will be wrestler-friendly or an invitation for factions like The Kliq.
"HHH assigning Kevin Nash and Sean Waltman to developmental is a controversial move," a key WWE insider told us, "the jury is still out on how HHH will differ from Vince, or if WWE will be business as usual."
Rumor Mill - Kings of Wrestling Status with ROH
It was previously reported that the Kings of Wrestling (Claudio Castagnoli and Chris Hero) recently had a private try out with WWE officials. WWE officials were impressed, and extended the former Ring of Honor tag team champions contract offers. They also have offers on the table from Ring of Honor, and the company wanted all long-terms deals to be signed yesterday, so that future booking plans could be implemented. According to Dave Meltzer, it is believed the tag team did not sign with ROH, and the assumption was that they are leaning towards signing with WWE.
Impact Wrestling To Begin Taping Outside Impact Zone
According to Hulk Hogan via his twitter page Impact Wrestling is set to begin taping outside of the Impact Wrestling Zone in Orlando, Florida. The Hulkster tweeted "Can't wait till August and we start going on the road every other taping." This move to go into new markets has been considered by the company for some time.
This Day in Wrestling History
A federal court ruling allows the WWF(E) to move its programming from USA Networks to CBS/Viacom on TNN (now Spike TV).
June 27, 2000
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
