CBS Bouts:
Fedor Emelianenko def. Brett Rogers via TKO (punches) - R2, 1:48
Jake Shields def. Jason "Mayhem" Miller via unanimous decision
Gegard Mousasi def. Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou via TKO (punches) - R2, 3:43
Fabricio Werdum def. Antonio Silva via unanimous decision
Non-televised Bouts:
Marloes Coenen def. Roxanne Modafferi via submission (armbar) - R1, 1:05
Mark Miller vs. Deray Davis
Jeff Curran def. Dustin Neace via TKO (injury) - R1, 1:39
Shamar Bailey def. John Kolosci via unanimous decision
Nate Moore def. Louis Taylor via submission (punches) - R2, 3:24
Christian Uflacker def. Jonatas Novaes via unanimous decision
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November 7, 2009
Strikeforce Results
Indy Wrestler Adam "Firestorm" Dykes Passes Away
Adam was 32 years old, a professional wrestler originally from New Zealand but who lived in Victoria, BC. He wrestled for several indy promotions and had a good run at the Extreme Canadian Championship Wrestling where he won the NWA Canadian Junior Heavyweight Championship twice and the NWA/ECCW Heavyweight Championship...More?
source: wrestleview.com
Raw House Show Results - Newcastle, England
DX and John Cena beat Legacy. HHH said the crowd was welcome to slap the ring announcer for the lousy microphone, and the music guy because he played Cena's music before HBK got to do his "If you're not down with that" bit.
Overall a good show. Top cheers definitely go to Cena, DX, Mark Henry and Kofi Kingston. Best heel heat has to go to The Miz and Sheamus...More?
source: prowrestling.net
This Day in Wrestling History
The WWF(E) agrees to pay $18 million to the Hart family as a settlement for the Owen Hart wrongful death suit.
November 7, 2000
November 6, 2009
SmackDown Results: Altered Beast
Ever since failing to win the World Title at WWE Bragging Rights, Batista has turned into a raging beast. Last week, Batista attacked Hardy from behind. In the night’s main event, Matt Hardy felt The Animal’s wrath once again. After smashing Hardy into the announce table, Batista drove a TV monitor into his back. The vicious and painful assault earned Batista an immediate disqualification. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Dennis Miller to Host "The Slammys"
Comedian and radio talk show host Dennis Miller will serve as the host of the 2009 Slammy Awards during a special three-hour presentation of Monday Night Raw on Dec. 14 from the American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, Texas...More?
source: wwe.com
This Day in Wrestling History
Michael "Crash Holly" Lockwood passes away suddenly at the age of 32.
November 6, 2003
November 5, 2009
WWE Superstars Results: Survival of the Fittest
Despite being the man that loves to fight, Finlay met his match this week in the form of the always cocky Chris Jericho. The Irishman didn’t back down from the tag team champion, but he just couldn’t get his hands on his slippery opponent. In the end, The Belfast Brawler was brought down hard with the Codebreaker and pinned by the abrasive SmackDown Superstar. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Kevin Nash On His TNA Suspension
Kevin Nash issued a statement concerning his suspension from TNA resulting from comments he made during an iMPACT! taping. Nash was upset that production didn't stop when Chris Sabin suffering a concussion on the set:
"Thought I would clear up some internet bullsh**. The reason I did not receive a letter from T.N.A was because this matter was discussed between President Dixie Carter and myself. I promise you it cost me money not a paid vacation at my beach home. I understand Dixie's reason for the action she has taken but stand by my reaction to what at the time appeared a serious neck injury to [Sabin]."
Raw House Show Results - Glasgow, Scotland
John Cena, Triple H and Shawn Michaels beat Randy Orton, Ted DiBiase and Cody Rhodes, when the faces pinned the heels at the same time. Cena pinning Rhodes was the legal pinfall. DX and Cena got monster reactions. Glow sticks a plenty! Good main event with great heat all the way through. Legacy got the heat or Cena for the finish and Hornswoggle in DX gear made the save. After the match Cena, DX and Hornswoggle posed for the fans and did the crotch chop in unison...More?
source: wrestlezone.com
Rourke Wants WWE Return
The Hollywood legend had wanted to compete in a bout at WrestleMania 25 against former world champion Chris Jericho. But a clause in the contract for his next movie meant he was only allowed a quick knockout punch after Chris's regular match on the show. Many fans and critics branded that ending 'cheesy', especially after the former pro-boxer had promised to throw Jericho "around the ring like a tossed salad".
New book Wrestling With Demonsreveals how bosses of forthcoming superhero flick Iron Man 2 banned Rourke from competing in the WWE showpiece amid concerns he would injure himself and delay filming. The Golden Globe winner was then left disappointed with the outcome of his Mania appearance, because he wanted to show off the wrestling moves he learned for his Oscar nominated performance as bruised and battered wrestler Randy 'The Ram' Robinson...More?
source: the sun
WWE Announces 2009-12 Business Outlook
World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. today issued a revised business outlook, targeting average annual earnings growth between 15% to 20% over the 2009 through 2012 period. The revised outlook is based on a comprehensive review of the Company's operations.
Vince McMahon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, "We believe we can achieve meaningful growth by strengthening our global expansion and television distribution, leveraging our new partnership with Mattel and continuing to improve operating efficiency. Through disciplined cost management, we expect our operating leverage to deliver outstanding earnings growth with even moderate increases in revenue."...More?
source: corporate.wwe.com
WWE Reports 2009 Third Quarter Results; Vince Comments on Shane's Departure
Vince formally addressed Shane's departure from the company during this morning's conference call with investors. He said of Shane's decision to leave: "Shane has decided to pursue other opportunities in the marketplace." He also added that the strength of the company's management team is based on performance, not if an employee's last name is McMahon. "Some people perceive this to be a family business, but I do not," said Vince.
You can view the financial report here.
November 4, 2009
Raw House Show Results - Dublin, Ireland
DX beat Legacy. Long intro spiel from Hunter and Shawn for this match, which really got the crowd going. Easily the biggest reaction of the night thus far. Great match with Legacy getting the majority of the offense and keeping Shawn and Hunter separated from being able to tag each other throughout the match. The match ended with HBK hitting Sweet Chin Music on DiBiase, while Hunter hit Rhodes with the Pedigree to get the three count...More?
source: prowrestling.net
Jeff Hardy Court Date Update
A probable cause hearing for Jeff Hardy, a professional wrestler from Cameron, has been rescheduled for Dec. 2...More?
source: fayobserver.com
10 Things Corporations Can Learn from Pro Wrestling
1. An Appropriate Level of Spectacle Is Crucial
2. Humor and Charisma Always Make a Connection
3. Create a Serialized Connection with Your Audience
4. "Shiny New Objects" Don't Last
5. Your Audience Uses You as an Excuse to Build Community
6. Your Audience Is Always Performing
7. Take Every Opportunity to Listen to Your Focus Group
8. Your Audience Will Tell You What They Think
9. Don't Ignore Surplus Audiences
10. Listening Could Lead to New Business Models
source: fastcompany.com
Wrestling Documentary: "Surviving The Dungeon: The Legacy of Stu Hart"
The new documentary Surviving The Dungeon: The Legacy of Stu Hart explores the life of one of Calgary's favourite sons, by way of interviews with the patriarch of the Hart wrestling family, Stu Hart himself, his wife Helen, and several of the children for whom he gave so much.
The DVD makes clear that Hart was a lot more than just a relentless trainer of many of the great wrestlers of several generations. A wise, caring man, athletically he was also a lot more than most modern fans may be able to imagine of him, having seen him old and hunched in documentaries such as Wrestling With Shadows. Before ever turning to wrestling, Hart was a CFL player in the 1930s, a Canadian Navy enlistee, and an amateur wrestler who looked capable of going to the Olympics, before World War II cancelled the 1944 games scheduled for London, England...More?
source: slam wrestling
This Day in Wrestling History
Greg Valentine defeated Wahoo McDaniel for the NWA U.S. Heavyweight title.
November 4, 1982
The infamous "gun confrontation" between Steve Austin and Brian Pillman occurs on a live WWF(E) RAW show.
November 4, 1996
November 3, 2009
ECW Results: Wish Granted
William Regal has finally gotten his wish – another title match against ECW Champion Christian. But The British Brawler couldn’t wait to get his hands on Captain Charisma. Regal and his Ruthless Roundtable attacked Christian at the close of ECW on Syfy, sending him a forceful, brutal message just one week before their ECW Championship Match. Full results.
source: wwe.com
Sheamus' Push and DX on Commentary
"The continued evolution of Sheamus, the big Irish guy with no last name, is something that I'm enjoying. Hopefully, this build will be consistent and not rushed as it is obvious to me that Sheamus, the big Irish guy with no last name, has marketable potential. I like his size, physicality, and obvious toughness and he also has a strong work ethic and desire to not just be a player to be be a main event player. Sheamus is one of the most intriguing personas in WWE right now for my money. Can you imagine how fast Sheamus would progress if he were managed by a red hot, mouthpiece who was relevant in today's marketplace?"
"DX's commentary on the main event was entertaining. For a former Raw announcer, their remarks were amusing. At least it was a change of pace and was a new element added to the presentation."
source: jim ross
Pro Wrestling Fans Kill Off Vince McMahon In New Documentary
Pro wrestling fans, frustrated with what they see on TV, speak out in the new wrestling documentary, STRONGHOLD: In the Grip of Wrestling. Covering all styles of wrestling: pro, amateur, and MMA grappling, STRONGHOLD features adult males who continue to pursue their passion for the sport.
It's no secret that pro wrestling is still popular, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's good. In a segment in the STRONGHOLD film, pro wrestling enthusiasts take on Vince McMahon and how the WWE monopoly negatively influenced professional wrestling.
In one segment of STRONGHOLD, a two-hour WWE Monday Night Raw broadcast is broken down to see exactly how much wrestling takes place. The verdict: thirty-six minutes of commercials, one hour of talking on the mic and grandstanding, leaving just twenty-four minutes in the ring. And of that, less than five minutes of applied wrestling holds that lasted more than two seconds. In comparison, the first filmed pro wrestling match on January 30, 1920, featuring Joe Stecher and Earl Caddock, had the two men locked up for nearly the entire two-hour bout...More?
source: wrestlezone.com
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Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
