Not to put too fine a point on this, but what was Triple H thinking when he punched Paul Heyman in the face last week on Raw SuperShow?!
Heyman has gone on record to say Triple H’s proposal to his client Brock Lesnar – drop the two existing lawsuits (WWE’s breach of contract and Triple H’s assault and battery on Heyman) in favor of a match at SummerSlam – isn’t enough to mend the fences between the wrecking machine and WWE. Triple H attempted to play to Lesnar’s ego by labeling the former UFC champion as a “quitter” and hinting that SummerSlam will be promoted around him, should Brock accept his challenge. The back-and-forth led to a tense, in-ring confrontation last week, which in turn gave way to Triple H flooring Heyman with a hard right when the ECW founder refused to give into the COO’s demands.
Don’t get us wrong: Heyman’s bilious remarks veered a bit too close to home when he brought The Game’s wife, Stephanie McMahon, into the conversation, and the punch certainly fits the M.O. of “attack first, ask questions later” that has defined Triple H as a competitor during his storied WWE career. But it’s certainly fair to say The King of Kings might have picked a poor time to tempt fate by decking one of the most litigious men in sports-entertainment history, when Heyman already has The Game and WWE in a tight spot with two existing lawsuits.
Lesnar was not in the arena this week for Raw SuperShow, but he will respond to The King of Kings' SummerSlam challenge next week. The hard truth is, however, Triple H most likely has nothing to expect from this development than another costly lawsuit. Heyman may have had it coming when The Game sent him down for the count, but the mad scientist has made it clear that he and Lesnar prefer to settle this dispute in court because – well, let’s be honest here – part of their case is fairly cut and dry, especially after Triple H assaulted Heyman again ... on live television.
Even so, the drama will likely continue. The Game will almost certainly face a third lawsuit after attacking Heyman, but he’s in too deep now to back off and still save face. Even so, the ball is in Lesnar’s court by every measure. He may yet cave to Triple H’s demands, should the COO sweeten the pot. But if he doesn’t, The King of Kings might have to pony up and pay the piper in a big way by the time all is said and done. Another possibility is that Lesnar drops his suit against WWE and faces The Game at SummerSlam but Heyman pushes forward with his assault and battery case.
The irony in all this is that Lesnar might have accepted the challenge before he had The Game surrounded with legalese. Brock is a Superstar who loves a good fight, and Triple H is as worthy an opponent as any. In another world, this would be a non-issue, and the two would be prepping for SummerSlam as we speak. What we’re trying to say, really, is that timing is everything. Triple H’s might not have been so great.
source: wwe.com
June 26, 2012
Triple H's Attack of Paul Heyman May Not Help The Game's Legal Woes
When Will Brock Lesnar Answer Triple H's Challenge?
On Raw tonight, it was announced that Brock Lesnar will answer Triple H's challenge next week on Raw.
Brock Lesnar has not been seen on WWE Television for almost two months, as Paul Heyman appeared three times since. It was not announced if Lesnar will be live or if he will answer via satellite.
This Day in Wrestling History
"The Original Nature Boy" Buddy Rogers dies of a stroke at age 71.
June 26, 1992
Mick Foley is named the new WWF(E) Commissioner by Linda McMahon.
June 26, 2000
Charlie Sheen to be Celebrity Social Media Ambassador for 1,000th episode of Raw
WWE.com has announced that award-winning actor Charlie Sheen, star of the new FX sitcom, “Anger Management,” will join WWE as the Celebrity Social Media Ambassador for the historic 1,000th episode of Raw.
With over 7.5 million followers, Sheen is set to tweet all night during the 1,000 Raw Episode. His analyst will be during the entire night of action from St. Louis. This seems to be a cross promotion for WWE Raw and Sheen's new comedy on FX "Anger Management."
Press Release: #SheenGetsRaw on July 23
June 25, 2012
WWE Reveals When The Permanent General Manager Will Be Announced
The opening of Monday Night Raw saw the interim General Manager of the week, Vickie Guerrero, announce that in four weeks at the 1,000 Raw episode the permanent General Manager will be determined.
WWE Bringing Back The Great American Bash
WWE is bringing back the "Great American Bash" theme for the live Smackdown next Tuesday, July 3 for a Fourth of July-themed episode.
ION Television Debuts WWE Main Event
WWE and ION Television today announced a new weekly one-hour original series airing on Wednesday nights at 8/7C. WWE Main Event will debut on October 3, 2012, and feature WWE Superstars and Divas from the rosters of Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown. The new show will be available in 100 million U.S. television households on ION Television, a top-rated general entertainment network that features a broad mix of critically acclaimed series, movies and original programming.
“ION Television is delighted to begin a new partnership with such a successful and well-recognized franchise as WWE,” said Brandon Burgess, CEO, ION Media Networks. “As a general entertainment network with a solid foundation, WWE Main Event is a great addition to our lineup that features something for everyone. We look forward to introducing our ION audience to all of the excitement and drama WWE has to offer as well as welcoming a passionate new fan base to the network.”
“WWE looks forward to this new partnership with ION Television,” said Vince McMahon, WWE Chairman and CEO. “We are excited about producing this new television show, WWE Main Event, and bringing our fans to ION Television every Wednesday.”
WWE Main Event will feature in-ring action and fit seamlessly in storylines from Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown, making Wednesday night appointment viewing for fans. The new series will offer a big arena experience with live audiences like current WWE weekly programs.
This Day in Wrestling History
Antonio Inoki and Mohammad Ali fought to a 15 round draw.
June 25, 1976
WWE inducts legends Fabulous Moolah, Pedro Morales, Ivan Putski, Antonino Rocca, The Grand Wizard, George Steele and Ernie Ladd into the WWE Hall of Fame.
June 25, 1995
The Rock defeated Triple H by pinning Vince McMahon in a 6-man match for the WWF(E) Heavyweight title.
June 25, 2000
Chris Benoit, his wife Nancy and son are found dead in their home in Atlanta. The tragedy was later determined to be a double-murder/suicide after WWE ran a two-hour tribute show to Benoit. Vince McMahon would later apologize the following night on ECW.
June 25, 2007
June 24, 2012
This Day in Wrestling History
Wahoo McDaniel defeated Ricky Steamboat for the NWA U.S. Heavyweight title.
June 24, 1984
TBS aired the final episode of WCW Saturday Night after 27 consecutive years.
June 24, 2000
Bret Hart suffers a bicycle accident and a crippling stroke.
June 24, 2002
June 23, 2012
Where Does WWE's YouTube Page Rank Among Top YT Channels?
For the week of June 14-20, WWE's "Fan Nation" YouTube channel was the #3-ranked channel among the new original content providers partnering with YouTube, according to Deadline.com. WWE drew 3,685,908 total views for the week, which put WWE behind Sourcefed with 6.02 million viewers and The Warner Sound with 5.56 million viewers. WWE was up from #5 last week.
source: deadline.com
