October 24, 2011
Rumor Mill - Shawn Michaels Returning to WWE TV Soon?
At Sunday's Vengeance pay-per-view, Kevin Nash made a surprise return and brutally attacked Triple H. There was a lot of talk backstage at Vengeance that Michaels could return to television and get involved in the Nash-Triple H storyline.
WWE is planning to release several new pieces of DX merchandise soon.
source: allwrestling.com
Former WWE broadcaster apologizes for inappropriate comment
It didn't take long for former WWE broadcaster Todd Grisham to stir up controversy at his new ESPN job. Grisham referenced the "trail of tears" while discussing the Oklahoma Sooners loss to Texas Tech in college football over the weekend.
Some viewers were offended because the phrase historically refers to American Cherokees being forcibly removed from their land. "The historical reference didn't even cross my mind," Grisham wrote on his Twitter page apology. You can read more at USAToday.com.
partial source: prowrestling.net
This Day in Wrestling History
Nick Bockwinkel & Ray Stevens defeated Crusher & Billy Robinson for the AWA Tag Team title.
October 24, 1974
Ernie Ladd defeated Magnum T.A. for the Mid-South North American Heavyweight title.
October 24, 1984
Don Muraco defeated Jimmy Snuka for the ECW Heavyweight title.
October 24, 1992
Bill Goldberg defeated Sid to win the WCW U.S. title for the second time.
October 24, 1999
October 23, 2011
The Miz & R-Truth Defeat Triple H & CM Punk at Vengeance
At Vengeance, WWE’s conspiracy theorists benefited from a suspected scheme against the Chief Operating Officer, as The Miz & R-Truth defeated Triple H & CM Punk with the abetting of an invading Kevin Nash.
WWE Vengeance PPV Results 2011
Dark Match
Wade Barrett defeated Daniel Bryan with the Wasteland in a good match.
WWE Tag Team Championship Match - Jack Swagger & Dolph Ziggler vs. Evan Bourne & Kofi Kingston
Winners: Evan Bourne & Kofi Kingston (c)
United States Champion Dolph Ziggler vs. Zack Ryder
Winner: Dolph Ziggler (c)
Divas Champion Beth Phoenix vs. Eve
Winner: Beth Phoenix (c)
Sheamus vs. Christian
Winner: Sheamus
Triple H & CM Punk vs. The Miz & R-Truth
Winners: The Miz & R-Truth
Randy Orton vs. Intercontinental Champion Cody Rhodes
Winner: Randy Orton
World Heavyweight Champion Mark Henry vs. Big Show
Winner: No Decision. The ring collapses during the match.
Alberto Del Rio vs. John Cena
Winner: Alberto Del Rio (c)
Nigel McGuinness Returning to the Ring for HWA
Nigel McGuinness will be returning to the ring for the first time since his days with TNA for the Heartland Wrestling Association promotion on 11/12 in Hamilton, Ohio. McGuinness will also conduct a special training camp that afternoon for trained wrestlers. The cost is $30 and those interested can contact training@hwaonline.com.
DVD Preview: WWE's Greatest Rivalries: Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart - HBK recalls the events leading into the Montreal Screw Job
Rumor Mill - Why JR Was Brought Back to TV so Quick
In regards to the Jim Ross angle at the Monday Night Raw tapings last Saturday in Mexico City, The Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports that a decision was made to bring him back the following week after minute-by-minute television ratings showed a huge drop in viewers when Ross was "fired" two weeks ago. The company also received a ton of negative feedback on their social media outlets.
This Day in Wrestling History
Junzo Yoshinosato defeats Isao Yoshiwara in a tournament final to become the first Japanese Light Heavyweight Champion in Tokyo.
October 23, 1956
Abdullah the Butcher & Dr. Jerry Graham defeat Chris and John Tolos for the Vancouver version of the NWA Canadian Tag Team Title in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
October 23, 1967
WWF(E) Champion Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair wrestle their first match in Dayton, Ohio. Flair wins via count out.
October 23, 1991
Paul Orndorff & Paul Roma defeated the Patriot & Marcus Bagwell for the WCW World Tag Team title.
October 23, 1994
Alundra Blaze defeated Bertha Faye for the WWF(E) Women's title.
October 23, 1995
Rodney "Yokozuna" Anoa'i died of a heart attack at age 34.
October 23, 2000
AJ Styles defeated Syxx-Pac for the NWA-TNA X title.
October 23, 2002
October 22, 2011
IMPACT Wrestling Has Big Increase in TV Rating
The October 20th edition of Impact did a 1.35 rating with 2,019,000 viewers, their best number of the year.
CM Punk Battles Dean Ambrose at FCW, What Was Andy Leavine Doing?
WWE Tough Enough winner Andy Leavine was working the door at last night's FCW show in Kissimmee, Florida. Leavine was collecting ticket stubs from fans entering the building.
CM Punk appeared at last night's FCW show to sign autographs. After Dean Ambrose (Jon Moxley) defeated Yuko Takazoa, he cut a promo which brought out CM Punk to set up the main event.
Punk defeated Ambrose in a main event that went over 20 minutes. Several fans in attendance called it the best match they'd seen in FCW period. Punk also cut a promo after the match.
source: allwrestling.com
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
