July 19, 2011
Raw Results: Pink Slipped
Before Rey Mysterio and The Miz could compete in the final round of the WWE Championship Tournament, Mr. McMahon demanded that the ring be cleared – he had important business to conduct. After explaining the tumultuous events that took place the night before at the Money in the Bank pay-per-view, The Chairman ordered former WWE Champion John Cena to the ring.
Mr. McMahon received an unwelcome guest instead. Triple H, not seen on Raw in more than three months, interrupted his famous father-in-law. The Game, a WWE executive and husband of Stephanie McMahon, told The Chairman that his decisions of late have been called into question by WWE board members. He then went on to drop a bombshell on Mr. McMahon – and the WWE Universe. The Chairman of WWE has officially been relieved of his duties...More?
source: wwe.com
July 18, 2011
More on Sin Cara's Suspension
To follow up WWE's announcement earlier today that Sin Cara (Urive Alvirde) has been suspended for 30 days for violating the company's Wellness Policy, The Wrestling Observer is reporting that he reportedly failed a steroid test back in early June. Sources close to WWE have confirmed a report by PWInsider.com that the test failure was discovered "some time back."
WWE.com quietly removed the report about his suspension in favor of running a story about his "injury" at the Money in the Bank PPV along with the Big Show. The report is still online at this link, while all announcements are always made on the Corporate.WWE.com website.
Although WWE's Wellness Policy rules state that a first failure is 30 days suspension, a second is 60 days and a third is termination, it is already being speculated that he may not be brought back.
WWE Suspends Sin Cara
In accordance with its Talent Wellness Program,
WWE (NYSE:WWE) has suspended Luis Ignascio Urive Alvirde (Sin Cara™) for 30 days for his first violation of the company’s policy.
What Happened After MITB?
After WWE Money in the Bank went off the air, Punk exited through the crowd, leaving Vince McMahon at the entrance ramp. John Laurinaitis was eventually helped to his feet and was escorted up the ramp, only to have Vince knock him out again. Vince then turned and walked up the entrance ramp and left. That was the end of the show, as the live crowd was then thanked for coming.
source: wrestlezone.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to:
Carlos Colon - July 18, 1945
Al Snow - July 18, 1963
Joey Matthews - July 18, 1979
Verne Gagne defeated Nick Bockwinkel for the AWA Heavyweight title.
July 18, 1980
Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard defeated Demolition for the WWF(E) Tag Team title.
July 18, 1989
Ric Flair defeated Barry Windham for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title.
July 18, 1993
July 17, 2011
Money In The Bank PPV Results 2011
Dark Match: Santino & Vladimir Kozlov vs. WWE Tag Team Champions David Otunga and Michael McGillicutty
Winners: Santino & Valdimir Kozlov
SmackDown Money in the Bank Ladder Match: Sheamus, Sin Cara, Daniel Bryan, Cody Rhodes, Wade Barrett, Justin Gabriel and Heath Slater
Winner: Daniel Bryan
Divas Champion Kelly Kelly vs. Brie Bella
Winner: Kelly Kelly (c)
Big Show vs. Mark Henry
Winner: Mark Henry
Raw Money in the Bank Ladder Match: Rey Mysterio, Kofi Kingston, Alex Riley, Evan Bourne, Alberto Del Rio, The Miz, R-Truth and Jack Swagger
Winner: Alberto Del Rio
World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton vs. Christian
Winner: Christian - New World Heavyweight Champion
WWE Champion John Cena vs. CM Punk
Winner: CM Punk - New WWE Champion
New Study to Assess Brain Damage in Boxers and MMA Fighters
A prestigious neurology clinic has launched an unprecedented brain study of professional fighters boxing and mixed martial arts) with the goal of advancing research to improve various treatments for brain damage...More?
source: foxsportswest.com
More on Michael Hayes' New Role in WWE
Michael Hayes, who has been moved from a position as the head writer of SmackDown to the old position John Laurinaitis had as the head of the agents/producers, will be working closely with producers to set out a basic framework of "where to go with the matches." He will continue to work with Vince McMahon and Triple H (who is taking on a stronger role working with developmental) on big show major finishes as well. The level of heirarchy in terms of creative will now be Vince as the final say, Stephanie McMahon and Triple H below him, Hayes and Brian Gewirtz on a level below that and Ed Koskey and David Kapoor below that. The advantage of moving Hayes to this new role is that he can pitch ideas for both Raw and SmackDown now.
source: the wrestling observer newsletter
Five Delusions of the IWC
1. Daniel Bryan Should Be World Champion By Now
2. Triple H "Slept His Way To The Top"
3. They (IWC) Are Superior To Other Wrestling Fans And Should Act Like It
4. Chris Benoit Should Be In The WWE Hall Of Fame
5. They Know More About The Business Than Vince McMahon Himself
Your can read the full article here.
source: bleacherreport.com
July 16, 2011
