November 19, 2011
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WWE Picks SapientNitro for Site Redesign
World Wrestling Entertainment hired digital agency SapientNitro to redesign the sports and entertainment company's website, WWE publicist Kellie Baldyga told Direct Marketing News on Nov. 18. The redesigned site is slated to go live during the first quarter of 2012, she said.
source: dmnews.com
Matt Hardy Arrested After Being Kicked Out of Rehab and Violating Court Order
Former WWE/TNA wrestler Matt Hardy was reportedly kicked out of rehab Friday after failing a breathalyzer test. If the legal process takes over from here, Hardy could be faced with jail time.
TMZ reports staff at the rehab facility Hardy was attending became suspicious of Hardy's behavior Friday and ordered a breathalyzer test on the spot. Hardy failed, but Hardy was "adamant he wasn't drinking." According to the report, Hardy claimed he failed because he had "just used mouthwash."
The rehab staff apparently did not buy Hardy's argument and ordered him to leave the facility. In the process of undergoing a three-month program, Hardy was one month shy of completing rehab.
In September, Hardy presented the decision to attend rehab as a personal decision, but a North Carolina court ordered Hardy to rehab following multiple summer arrests or he would be faced with jail time.
“That (rehab) is only part of the release order,” said Moore County District Attorney Maureen Krueger in September. “It also states that he must comply with a treatment program or be placed in the detention center under a $1 million bond.”
Now, the legal process will apparently take over. According to the terms of his court-ordered rehab, Hardy was to attend rehab, then face one charge stemming from his third summer arrest for drug possession. He made a formal agreement to appear in court since his release was tied to him entering rehab.
Hardy was arrested for a third time in September after a search of his home on Sept. 14 yielded steroids, ecstasy, prescription drugs, and cash. Hardy was charged with possessing a controlled substance with intent to sell or deliver, possessing a controlled substance, maintaining a dwelling for use of drugs, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.
This Day in Wrestling History
Curt Hennig defeated Kerry Von Erich for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title.
November 19, 1990
Rick Rude defeated Sting for the WCW U.S. Heavyweight title.
November 19, 1991
Bret Hart defeated Diesel for the WWF(E) Heavyweight title.
November 19, 1995
WWF Survivor Series was held at the Ice Palace in Tampa, Florida. The show was headlined by Steve Austin vs. Triple H in a no-disqualification match that ended when Austin used a crane to lift a car, with Triple H inside, 100 feet off the ground, then let it drop.
November 19, 2000
WWF's RAW in Charlotte, North Carolina features the founding of the "Vince McMahon Kiss My Ass Club" with first member, former Alliance commissioner William Regal. Also, Ric Flair makes his shocking return to the WWF after a nine-year absence, revealed to be the new "50% owner" of the WWF, having "bought" Shane and Stephanie McMahon's company stock, which they sold to a "consortium" in order to have the money to purchase and become the respective owners of WCW and ECW. Flair had not been on TV since the last WCW Monday Nitro.
November 19, 2001
November 18, 2011
Chris Jericho Says TNA Will Never Beat WWE
Chris Jericho was asked during an interview with Wrestledope Radio whether another promotion could ever be a legitimate competitor to WWE by rising to their level. He doesn’t think so.
“I don’t think it’ll ever happen because WWE is such a machine at this point. Vince could leave this earth tomorrow and it would still continue on. I think it’d be, not impossible, but you’d have to have a lot of money behind you and it’s not like it was ten years ago when there were guys working in Japan or over here or in ECW or whatever that you could bring it. Pretty much everyone that’s any good that’s worthy of drawing money works for Vince now,” Jericho says.
“So, if you were going to go and open up another company, you almost have to have so much money that guys can’t turn you down, kinda like it was with WCW back in ’96 or so. But, it’s not going to happen. I really don’t think. I think Vince is the monopoly for the business and there will always be second-rate or third-rate, but let’s face it, everyone wants to work for Vince McMahon, I don’t care who you are. Hulk Hogan wants to work for Vince McMahon. Dixie Carter would probably work for Vince if he offered her a job. TNA could be a good second, but they’ll never be first. And anyone who actually says it with a straight face is probably just saying it as bravado.”
List This! - Barbaric Moments in WWE History: #10 All Hail The King of Kings
In two separate appearances on The Grandest Stage of Them All, this furious combatant would demonstrate the full extent of the intimidating nature that helped to forge his legend, bringing him into the No. 10 spot of “List This: WWE’s Most Barbaric Moments.”
Already known for his earth-shattering entrances, The Cerebral Assassin set out to shake up John Cena in epic fashion, prior to their WWE Championship Match at WrestleMania 22. In the wake of a barrage of skeletons and knights, engaging in combat on the TitanTron, the fierce grappler ascended from the depths below, sitting in a massive throne adorned in skulls.
Atop The Game’s head laid a silver crown bearing his trademark cross, while an enormous hammer sat at his side. With the opening strains of his powerful music blaring throughout the arena, he shed the animal-pelt cape resting atop his shoulders and prepared to enter the warzone once again. The “barbaric” Superstar was truly poised to conquer another iconic foe.
Five years later at WrestleMania XXVII, Triple H would face the greatest challenge of his career, taking on The Undertaker and his 18-0 undefeated WrestleMania streak. Although The Phenom was known for getting inside his opponent’s mind like no one else – especially at The Show of Shows – The Game would shout from the mountain tops that he was more than ready to play.
Moments before the war-hardened Triple H came forth, the arena lights went dark. In direct defiance of his legendary adversary signature funeral bells, the opening peals of Metallica’s “For Whom the Bell Tolls” reverberated throughout the WWE Universe.
Then, in anticipation his god-like entrance, a legion of soldiers appeared in battle formation, their shields forming an impenetrable wall. When they split apart again, The King of Kings revealed himself, wearing a long cloak with spiked shoulders. His ever-present intensity would instantly set the tone for his larger-than-life showdown with WrestleMania’s most successful Superstar.
Decorated with ghastly skulls at each of its points, Triple H’s weathered headpiece reflected the hallowed history of the mighty battler who wore it. Covering his face was a life-sized skull, as Triple H radiated the explosive image of the ultimate warrior-king.
The dual displays of barbaric intimidation by Triple H at The Showcase of The Immortals were as important as any weapon in his brutal squared circle arsenal. Ultimately, both would serve as a daunting prelude to the wars he would fight once he got in the ring.
source: wwe.com
Video: Eddie Guerrero vs CM Punk vs Rey Mysterio
The following video features a triple threat match the IWA-Mid South. Eddie Guerrero was booked for the bout during his WWE hiatus, and faced off against CM Punk and a mask-less Rey Mysterio.
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This Day in Wrestling History
Kansas City promoter W. D. Scoville announces that Frank Gotch will return to wrestling to face Joe Stecher for $25,000. Gotch would wrestle "two or three men in the west" before wrestling the match with Stecher. The match never takes place.
November 18, 1915
Vince McMahon is indicted on charges of possession of anabolic steroids and conspiracy to distribute anabolic steroids. If convicted, McMahon would face up to 8 years in prison and a $500,000 fine.
November 18, 1993
Trish Stratus defeated Ivory, Lita, Jazz, Molly and Jacqueline in a 6 Way Match for the vacant WWF(E) Women's title.
November 18, 2001
November 17, 2011
Shawn Michaels & Sean Waltman Discuss the War Between Triple H and Kevin Nash
In an industry where lasting friendships are rare, their alliance had withstood doomed promotions, debilitating injuries and personal demons. After two decades, The Kliq was still united.
But all that’s changed.
“They pushed it too far,” Shawn Michaels told WWE.com when asked about the war between The Game and Kevin Nash. “And it’s one of those things that, before it’s going to get better, I’m afraid it’s probably going to have to get worse.”...More?
source: wwe.com
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
