As previously reported, Dolph Ziggler has suffered a severe concussion after taking a stiff clothesline from Ryback during last night's tapings of Superstars. Ziggler is reportedly going to go see a neuropsychologist in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania later this week to get further evaluated. It's being reported that Ziggler having to go all the way to Pittsburgh to see this neuropsychologist is not a good sign, especially considering that Ziggler has a well-documented history of concussions.
Ryback has reportedly taken full responsibility for the accident. Ryback has been criticized before for not being very safe to work with.
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January 7, 2014
Update On Ryback/Dolph Ziggler Situation, Ziggler's Concussion
Dolph Ziggler suffers concussion on 'WWE Superstars' taping
WWE reports that Dolph Ziggler suffered a concussion at Monday night's Superstars tapings from Baltimore in a match against Ryback.
"Unfortunately Dolph sustained a concussion during his match on the clothesline given to him by Ryback," said WWE physician Dr. Chris Amann. "We were able to evaluate him in the ring; he was having some confusion and disorientation. We took him back to the training room and confirmed a concussion. He's currently feeling better but we'll proceed with ImPACT testing and further evaluation to determine when we can get him back in the ring."
This Day in Wrestling History - "Just In Case You Forgot Who The Hell I Am..."
After a grueling eight-month rehab from a torn quadrciceps muscle, Triple H made a triumphant return at Madison Square Garden.
January 7, 2002
Five years later he would tear the right quad muscle during the New Year's Revolution pay per view.
January 7, 2007
January 6, 2014
Jerry Lawler Reportedly Hospitalized This Afternoon In Baltimore
Jerry Lawler was sent to the hospital by WWE officials in Baltimore today after experiencing chest pains and some vomiting. He reportedly did blood work at the hospital and was "fine" at last word.
Prowrestling.net reports that Lawler's son, Brian Christopher, became concerned and alerted WWE officials that something was wrong with his father. WWE then encouraged Lawler to visit the hospital as a precautionary measure.
At last word, Lawler was still in Baltimore but it's unknown if he will be working RAW tonight. A backstage source reported that Lawler was trying to hide it but his son notified officials anyway.
WWE to make groundbreaking announcement this Wednesday night on WWE.com
WWE Universe, come to WWE.com this Wednesday (Jan. 8) at 9:30 p.m. ET for a groundbreaking announcement.
Join WWE Chairman & CEO Vince McMahon — along with WWE COO Triple H, 11-time WWE Champion John Cena, and WWE Hall of Famers "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels — for the announcement, which will be streamed LIVE from Las Vegas.
Watch LIVE this Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. ET on WWE.com, the WWE App, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Yahoo!, Google+, Pinterest and Pheed. Mark your calendar and get ready for the biggest revolution in sports-entertainment history.
Stay with WWE.com for more regarding this blockbuster announcement that will change WWE forever.
January 4, 2014
TNA Fails to Secure Impact Zone in Orlando; Future of TV Tapings Unknown
In December 2013, TNA taped six episodes of Impact Wrestling from Universal Studios in Orlando, FL. At the time, the company sent out a press release about the Impact Zone homecoming, claiming that there were plans to launch a training facility and use the tools available at the Universal sound stage as a hub for #IMPACT365.
Next week, the final pre-recorded episode of Impact Wrestling will air on Spike TV followed by a live Genesis special on January 16th. Following the Genesis special, TNA will tape several more episodes in Huntsville, AL before leaving for the annual UK Tour, where at least two, but likely four episodes of Impact are scheduled.
At this point, once TNA returns from the UK Tour they will have Impact recorded through February with a string of live events ending on February 23rd. This is the last date currently booked for any TNA events, and so far a destination has not been determined for future episodes. According to reports, they could not secure the Impact Zone past their December booking, so it remains to be seen where television will be taped starting in March. Expect a press release on the issue from TNA soon.
source: pwinsider.com
January 3, 2014
Antonio Cesaro Comments on his former ROH tag team partner Chris Hero (Kassius Ohno) being released by WWE
"It certainly was disappointing. When we signed with this company, we both knew what we were getting into. We both made each other a promise that we would work as hard as possible, whether it's as a team or singles competitors. I know he'll wind up on his feet, and he probably already is, and he'll continue wrestling all over the world."
How Much WWE Is Worth Now, Why WWE Stocks Have Been Rising
According to the Wrestling Observer, WWE is now worth $1.25 billion as their company stock has doubled since the start of 2013. Between Vince, Stephanie and Linda McMahon, the McMahon family is reportedly very close to billionaire status.
Two things are contributing to an increasingly public view of the WWE: the impending WWE Network, and their upcoming television rights negotiations. The company stands to make a lot more money when their deals are up in 2014, and will be able to negotiate new deals for each of their shows, including the flagship Monday Night Raw and Friday Night Smackdown. There has been some talk that Spike TV would like to acquire Smackdown for their Friday night block as a lead-in to Bellator MMA. Spike TV is also the US home of Impact Wrestling, and while they would not be competing for time slots on the same night, it's not likely that WWE would agree to a deal where they would be on the same channel as a TNA product. It's possible that if Spike could get a WWE product they would have no further need for Impact, which has been a big draw for the network for many years, but at this point all rumor and speculation is just that.
WWE to Air Chris Benoit Footage on the WWE Network with Advisory Note
F4Wonline.com reports that WWE has sent out a memo stating that Chris Benoit footage will be allowed on its new Network broadcasts. There will be an advisory played before every show he appears on. WWE is expected to announce the Network in Las Vegas next week.
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
