September 21, 2009
The Reverend Comes to RAW
Left and Right work together to host Raw...and reform schools. Ign.com is reporting that Al Sharpton will be hosting Raw on September 28th...More?
Rumor Mill - TNA Signs New Knockout
Word is that TNA has signed third generation talent and former WWE developmental Diva Lacey Von Erich to a contract. She may start at the iMPACT! tapings this week. Lacey is also booked for Hulk Hogan's upcoming tour of Australia.
source: wrestling observer
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Ricky Morton of the Rock 'n Roll Express.
September 21, 1956
Bill Goldberg defeated Triple H for the World Heavyweight Championship at Unforgiven.
September 21, 2003
September 20, 2009
TNA No Surender Results
AJ Styles is the new TNA World Heavyweight Champion and Taylor Wilde & Sarita beat Velvet Sky & Madison Rayne to become the first ever TNA Knockout Tag Team Champions...More?
Mayweather Dominates Marquez
Judges scored it 118-109, 120-107, 119-108 after 12 rounds for Floyd Jr.
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Greg "The Hammer" Valentine
September 20, 1951
Happy Birthday to Arn Anderson (Martin Anthony Lunde)
September 20, 1958
Shawn Michaels became the first ever "grand slam" winner in the history of the WWF(E) (Heavyweight, I.C., European, Tag)
September 20, 1997
Shawn Michaels, Triple H and Chyna form D-Generation X.
September 20, 1997
Vince McMahon gave up the WWF(E) Heavyweight title and declared it vacant.
September 20, 1999
September 19, 2009
District Court Throws Out Wrestlers Lawsuit Against WWE... Again
Back in February, a federal court in Connecticut dismissed a lawsuit brought by three former wrestlers who contended, among other things, that they were improperly classified as independent contractors.
The case garnered national attention for a variety of reasons, including the disclosure of the wrestlers contracts. (If you'd like to see the details on the contract, you can view them here.)
But after that, two of the three wrestlers (Scott Levy and Christopher Klucsarits) filed a motion to amend the judgment or otherwise set it aside to allow them an replead (or refile) their claims. Notably, one of the wrestlers --- Michael Sanders -- did not join in this motion.
On July 31, 2009, the District Court denied the wrestlers' motions, finding that even if it allowed the amendments at this late date, such amendments would be "futile". In other words, even if the court allowed the amendment, the wrestlers would STILL lose on the merits. You can download the decision here.
The wrestlers contended that they could still make a claim under the federal law governing benefit plans. But the court said that even that claim would fail...More?
source: ctemploymentlawblog.com
September 18, 2009
WWE Tribute to the Troops Update
WWE will once again return to the Middle East to put on the annual Tribute to the Troops show. WWE will travel in early December to tape the special, visit with the troops, and then the special will again air on NBC as a one hour special. The special is currently scheduled for December 19th at 9PM ET. This will be the second year in a row that the special will air on NBC.
source: impactwrestling.com
SmackDown Results: Consumed in Controversy
When interviewed as to why he called for the bell the second CM Punk locked in the Anaconda Vise on Undertaker at WWE Breaking Point, official Scott Armstrong seemed to imply that he made the questionable call because his job was on the line. He said that someone “much higher than him” had told him to do what he did.
WWE Chairman Mr. McMahon seemed to deny any involvement in the incident, demanding to know why SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long "double-crossed Undertaker". As a result, Long was forced to come before the WWE Universe and take responsibility. Long admitted the entire incident was “pre-planned” to prevent Undertaker from becoming champion. The apprehensive GM reminded the fans that Scott Armstrong and CM Punk were also involved, before inferring that his job was on the line as well. He apologized to all, asking for The Deadman’s forgiveness. Full results.
source: wwe.com
TNA Rehires Two Backstage Agents
Prowrestling.net is reporting that TNA Wrestling has rehired Pat Kenney (aka Simon Diamond) and D'Lo Brown as backstage agents. Both men had served as agents in the past for TNA. They are both expected to start at this Sunday's "No Surrender" PPV in Orlando. TNA cut B.G. James and Jim Cornette just a few days ago and both had been previously serving as agents in the company.
Judge Rules for WWE Against Warrior
According to Pwinsider.com, the lawsuit that Warrior had filed against WWE back in January of 2006, in regards to the Self Destruction of The Ultimate Warrior DVD is over. Judge Douglas L. Rayes ruled that Warrior could not sue for damages over WWE's comments about him on the DVD. Warrior filed the claim stating that the DVD violated a March 2000 Settlement Agreement between WWE and Ultimate Creations Inc, which is Warrior's Arizona corporation. That agreement allowed WWE to use footage of Warrior, but that Warrior owned the rights and trademarks to the Ultimate Warrior character and could use them in any future venue as he decreed. It was also agreed that both parties would "not disparage each other". WWE agreed to pay $890,000 to Warrior's Ultimate Creations as part of the settlement agreement. The case had been dragging on, and during appearances, it was found that Warrior made "publicly disparaging claims" against WWE. It was ruled that Warrior himself breached the deal, and that he was not legally able to receive damages for the same thing he accused WWE of.
This Day in Wrestling History
Fabulous Moolah defeated Judy Grable in a tournament final for the WWF(E) Women's title.
September 18, 1956
AWA Tag Team title declared vacant due to Ken Patera's injury.
September 18, 1989
Ricky Steamboat surrenders the WCW U.S. Heavyweight title to Steve Austin due to injury.
September 18, 1994
America's Most Wanted (Chris Harris & James Storm) defeat Brian Lee & Ron Harris for the NWA World Tag Team Titles, marking their first reign as tag champs in TNA.
September 18, 2002
September 17, 2009
WWE Superstars Results: Point Made, Message Sent
Finlay may like to fight, but it seems like Dolph Ziggler likes to win just that much more. It wasn’t an easy victory by any means for the Hollywood, FL, native, but he withstood The Belfast Brawler’s brutal punishment, and when the moment was right, set the wheels in motion. As the referee discarded of Finlay’s shillelagh that had inadvertently been kicked into the center of the ring, the No. 1 contender to the Intercontinental Title raked The Irishman’s eyes and nailed the Zig Zag for the pin. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Ted DiBiase: Living Legacy
Jon Robinson: The new "WWE Smackdown vs Raw 2010" game lets you create your own storyline. If you could write your own future in the business, what would it be?
Ted DiBiase: I want to defeat The Undertaker at WrestleMania and break his streak. That would be my ultimate storyline.
Jon Robinson: That would take The Undertaker's story full circle since your dad is the one who introduced him back in the day.
Ted DiBiase: Exactly.
source: espn.com
Click here for the full interview.
This Day in Wrestling History
Happy Birthday to Masa Chrono
September 17, 1963
Ric Flair defeated Dusty Rhodes for the NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title.
September 17, 1981
Nikita Koloff defeated Tully Blanchard for the NWA Television title.
September 17, 1987
Booker T defeated Kevin Nash for the WCW Heavyweight title.
September 17, 2000
Brock Lesnar defeated Kurt Angle for the WWE Smackdown Heavyweight title.
September 17, 2003
September 16, 2009
Triple H to Make Ring Walk with Floyd Mayweather
Triple H, will be accompanying a familiar face to WWE fans to a huge PPV main event this Saturday night.
"The Game" is apparently going to be walking to the ring with Floyd Mayweather Jr. for his fight with Juan Manual Marquez during the main event of Saturday night's HBO boxing PPV, which also features fights from top stars such as Zab Judah and Rocky Juarez.
Mayweather stated, "[Triple H] is one of the greatest guys in the world." The praise continued with, "it'd be an honor to have him by my side."
HHH responded with, "It is an honor to walk the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world back into the ring. Floyd 'Money' Mayweather has shown WWE tremendous support and it is my pleasure to return the favor this Saturday by standing at his side as he defeats Marquez in what I am sure will be boxing's fight of the year."
This isn't the first time this has happened recently, as "The Animal" Batista walked to the ring with Manny Pacquaio for his impressive one-round knockout of Ricky "Hitman" Hatton back in May...More?
source: thesweetscience.com
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
