Bret Hart wins the WCW World Title by defeating both Sting and Chris Benoit in 2 matches on the same night.
November 21, 1999
World Wrestling Entertainment announced on their website that details of a new drug policy being instituted by Vince McMahon.
November 21, 2005
November 21, 2013
This Day In Wrestling History
The Official Title Of The WWE/Scooby Doo Animated Film Is....
The WWE/Scooby Doo animated crossover film, which will be released to DVD in March 2014, has been officially titled "Scooby Doo and the Curse of the Ghost Bear."
The story will see the Mystery, Inc. gang win tickets for Wrestlemania, only to find the show threatened by the appearance of well, a ghost bear.
Triple H, John Cena, Kane, The Miz, Vince McMahon, Brodus Clay, Santino Marella, Sin Cara and AJ Lee will appear in animated form and lend their voices to the project.
November 20, 2013
More on WWE Focusing on Tag Teams In 2014
Triple H is really pushing the idea of more tag teams for 2014 as a way to bring developmental talents to the main roster. There is talk of doing a three-day tryout camp next year just for tag teams.
source: f4wonline.com
More Rumors on the Release of Kassius Ohno
Regarding Kassius Ohno's WWE departure, word is that in confidence, he told some of his co-workers that he couldn't understand why he wasn't being pushed at the level of guys he thought he was better than. Those co-workers then told WWE management what he had said and that sealed his fate with the company, combined with his age and the fact they had no immediate plans or ideas for him on the main roster.
Shane McMahon Not Available for WWE DVD Interview
Regarding the new History of WWE DVD and Blu-ray, the people involved in putting it together really wanted to interview Shane McMahon but were told that wasn't going to be possible.
Status of Summer Rae, Roman Reigns & Big E Langston
WWE officials are very high on Summer Rae. Word is that WWE has three talents they are looking at elevating greatly next year - Roman Reigns, Big E Langston and Summer.
WWE A Billion Dollar Company Again?
WWE stock officially topped a market cap of over a billion dollars this week. The stock continues to sky rocket, and is up another 5.7% today. As of this writing, the stock price is at $14.20 for a market cap of $1.07 billion.
More On AJ Lee’s Fainting Spell
AJ Lee’s fainting spell from London, England last week is being attributed to a bad diet. There’s been a lot of speculation about other reasons but that was one thing going around. She was treated for dehydration. There was initially widespread concern for her health but it tapered considerably when she got to the back. This was evident on Raw this week when they ribbed her for it in the match with Vickie Guerrero.
Triple H Shows Off WWE Jet
Headed home......#norestforthewicked pic.twitter.com/PzfenhxpvU
— Triple H (@TripleH) November 20, 2013Backstage News On Big Title Win
Putting a secondary title on Big E Langston has been planned for a while, they just weren’t sure whether it would be the Intercontinental Championship or United States Championship. The former was chosen with Curtis Axel not working out as expected and the fact the US title is seen as a good “accessory” for Dean Ambrose.
Rumor Mill - Who Vince McMahon & Triple H Are Looking To Push Upon Return?
Triple H and Vince McMahon are looking forward to the return of Sheamus and are looking to insert him back into the top of the card when he returns.
WrestleMania Generates More Than $100 Million for Host City for Second Consecutive Year
WWE and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie today announced that WrestleMania 29 generated $101.2 million in economic impact for the New Jersey/New York region this past April, according to a study conducted by the Enigma Research Corporation. This marks the second consecutive year that WrestleMania generated more than $100 million in economic impact for its host city.
Over the past six years, WrestleMania has generated more than $400 million in cumulative economic impact for the cities that have hosted the event. WrestleMania 29 also generated approximately $16.5 million in local, state and county taxes.
"On behalf of the great state of New Jersey, we thank all of WWE’s devoted fans who descended on our region from all over the world to be a part of WrestleMania,” said Governor Chris Christie. “The entire week of events helped generate a tremendous boost for our economy, and we look forward to the possibility of MetLife Stadium hosting a future WrestleMania.”
“WrestleMania 29 was a tremendous success for WWE and New York City,” said George Fertitta, CEO of NYC & Company. “Fans took advantage of all that our region has to offer, including the best hotels, restaurants, retailers, cultural and entertainment options in the world. We are grateful to WWE for its continued support of our City.”
"We are thrilled that WrestleMania created a substantial benefit on both sides of the Hudson, and we thank Mayor Bloomberg and Governor Christie for their incredible partnership and hospitality,” said John P. Saboor, Executive Vice President, Special Events, WWE. "We are also forever grateful to our friends at the New York Giants and New York Jets, as well as all of our regional public and private sector partners that worked tirelessly to welcome our fans from around the world. We now turn our attention to New Orleans for our milestone WrestleMania 30 celebration.”
A capacity crowd of 80,676 fans from all 50 states and 34 countries attended WWE’s pop-culture extravaganza this past April, making it the highest grossing entertainment event at MetLife Stadium. Key highlights from the study include:
- $101.2 million of direct, indirect and induced impact derived from spending by
non-locals visiting specifically for WrestleMania 29.
- 54% of fans that attended WrestleMania were from outside the New York/New Jersey area and stayed an average of four nights.
- The economic impact derived from WrestleMania Week was equal to the creation of 943 full-time jobs for the area.
- $5.2 million was spent by non-locals at New Jersey and New York restaurants.
November 19, 2013
WWE Names New Executive Vice President of Programming, Possible WWE Network Implications
In what could be a sign that WWE does in fact intend to move forward with the launch of the WWE Network, the company has issued the following press release:
WWE® Names Matthew Singerman Executive Vice President, Programming
STAMFORD, Conn.– WWE (NYSE:WWE) today announced the appointment of Matthew Singerman as Executive Vice President, Programming. Singerman, who previously held senior level positions at Fox News Channel, TV Guide Network and Reelz Channel, will report directly to WWE Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Vince McMahon.
In this newly created role, Singerman will be responsible for the strategic development of content, including original, unscripted and scripted shows, scheduling of all programming and operations across all distribution platforms, including a potential WWE Network...More?
Rumor Mill - Ryback In WWE's Doghouse?
Regarding Ryback being in the doghouse, word is that it's because he went out a week ago and did the spear and the jackhammer, Bill Goldberg moves, and didn't get permission from WWE management first.
Chris Hero Talks About Leaving WWE, Possibility of Working for TNA, Who Will Be the Next NXT Call-Up to the Main Roster & More
Total Divas...It Just Keeps Growing In The Ratings
There's alot that can be said for Total Divas. One of them is that it just keeps growing in terms of ratings success.
The "E!" hit managed to reach 1.4 million viewers this past Sunday, it's best rating since September 1st hitting highs on nearly every demographic including the key 18-49.
It finished as the highest rated #1 reality series between 10-11pm and was #5 among all cable shows on Sunday for social media activity.
November 18, 2013
The Next Guest Host of Raw Is...
Former football player and current co-host of 'Live! with Kelly & Michael', Michael Strahan.
Rumor Mill - Three Major Top Names Noncommittal About Working WrestleMania 30
Vince McMahon isn’t happy with the fact that he doesn’t have definitive plans for Wrestlemania XXX next year. Vince still wants The Rock but Rock won’t commit. Vince wants Daniel Bryan vs. Shawn Michaels but Shawn won’t commit. Vince wanted Steve Austin vs. Triple H but Austin wanted too much money. The one match many people assume is a done deal, Brock Lesnar vs. Undertaker, is not 100%. Undertaker isn’t completely committed to the show as he recovers from a recent surgery.
WWE is indeed in negotiations with Bill Goldberg. Goldberg has gained more leverage in financial terms. In fact, Vince is so upset and frustrated about not getting his way with several possible matches, that it’s bleeding over into the negotiations with Goldberg. It’s interesting that late into November with tickets already on sale that creative plans are so uncertain.
source: wnw premium news
Top Ring of Honor Stars Report to WWE Developmental
Ring of Honor stars Davey Richards and Eddie Edwards reported today to the WWE Performance Center in Orlando for a week-long tryout. The week long tryout could be stage one of the duo receiving a short-term trial deal that would send them to WWE developmental for a few months.
And Justice for All: 10 Dramatic Moments That Made The Shield
One year ago today, Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins & Roman Reigns debuted at Survivor Series and proceeded to disrupt the status quo in the WWE Universe. Follow the trail paved by The Hounds of Justice during their inaugural year in WWE. Click here.
Big E Dethrones Curtis Axel
Using his explosive, raw power, Big E Langston dismantled Curtis Axel to claim the prestigious Intercontinental Title and capture his first championship in WWE!
Stephanie McMahon Named by CableFAX Magazine as One of the Most Powerful in Cable for the 4th Time
Stephanie McMahon has been named by CableFAX Magazine as one of the most powerful women in cable for the fourth time. A breakfast for the honorees will be held on November 21st from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m., at the Grand Hyatt in NYC. Her profile in the magazine follows:
McMahon oversees all creative development for WWE programming including television, pay-per-view, print, digital and social media. Under her watch, the net launched its first app, which has been downloaded more than 8 million times in more than 220 countries. Its second screen experience has propelled “Monday Night Raw” to ranking among the top 5 most social programs on television – and, with a perfect Klout rating, the network itself keeps company with the top 10 social brands in the world, according to the Dachis Group social business index. Work-life balance: Give your complete and undivided attention to each in the moment.
WWE Issues Statement On Classics On Demand Ending
WWE issued the following statement today confirming the end of the Classics on Demand cable subscription in February 2014:
“Beginning February 2014, WWE will no longer offer WWE Classics On Demand, our subscription video-on demand content delivered through cable television providers, as we are focusing our resources on other initiatives. As communicated on our recent earnings call, we continue to aggressively pursue launching a WWE Network; however, no launch date has been set.”
November 17, 2013
Alberto Del Rio to tag with father for final match in Mexico
Alberto Del Rio has been given permission by WWE to work in tag team matches with his father Dos Caras in what is scheduled to be his father's last match in Mexico. According to the report, the final match is being targeted to take place some time in February.
This Day In Wrestling History
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson makes his WWF(E) debut. At that time he was known as Rocky Maivia.
November 17, 1996
Shawn Michaels defeats Triple H, Kane, Chris Jericho, Booker T & Rob Van Dam in an Elimination Chamber to capture the World Heavyweight Title.
November 17, 2002
This was the first Elimination Chamber match and was Triple H's idea. An except from wwe.com:
There are many stipulation matches in WWE designed to intimidate, threaten and menace the Superstars chosen to compete in them — but there's only one that inspires actual terror.
Sitting in his stately office inside Titan Tower, Triple H cuts the same imposing figure now as the man who won a record four Chamber bouts in the past. "What people don't understand is the metal grating outside the ring is the same grating they make the stage with," he explains. "It's designed to support thousands of pounds, so there's no give at all. Then there are the walls themselves, which are made of thick metal chain. And at first, you think, 'Oh well, the chain moves a little bit.' But it's actually worse, because the chain shifts about an inch and a half, even though it's all connected, so it's like you're hitting a steel wall. And it's a bumpy steel wall that digs into you everywhere."
Interestingly, WWE's most hated and feared stipulation match was spawned from the mind of The Cerebral Assassin himself a decade ago. The company was looking for concepts for matches that might spin off into yearly events similar to the Royal Rumble, and The Game was ready with a winning idea.
The ambitious concept was well received, and the creative team set about turning Triple H's vision into reality. Of course, when he saw it, Triple H realized that he'd gotten far more than he had bargained for. "In typical WWE form, it was twice as big as I envisioned it and twice as elaborate," he remembers. "We don't do anything small, so I should have known better. When I stood in it for the first time, I thought, 'Jeez. Please don't tell anybody this was my idea!' "
November 16, 2013
ESPN Working on 30 For 30 Segment on the Von Erich Family
ESPN is working on a 30 for 30 piece on the Von Erich family. The plan is for the piece to air sometime in January 2014. Kevin Von Erich will be interviewed for the piece and they will be traveling to Hawaii to film him at his home.
November 15, 2013
More Details On AJ Lee Collapsing: AJ Not In Match When She Collapsed, Corrections
As noted earlier, WWE Divas Champion AJ Lee collapsed during a match at tonight's WWE live event in London, England. Here are some more details, and we have also updated our earlier report.
The match was actually a tag team match pitting AJ Lee & Tamina Snuka against the Bella Twins, not a singles match between AJ and Brie as reported earlier. They took a crowd vote beforehand to determine if it should be a singles or a tag match, and the tag match won.
During the match, AJ tagged out and went on the ring apron. While Tamina was in the ring, AJ started to hold her head and then slowly went to the outside before fainting a few seconds later. Tamina was looking around and noticed that AJ was missing, and she carried on with the match with kicks to Brie. The Bellas signaled to the referee that there was a problem. A doctor came out and gave the "X" signal, and then Brie quickly pinned Tamina with a school boy to end the match, so it wasn't called off as reported earlier. More officials came out, and AJ was attended to for 5-10 minutes. A referee and Tamina then helped a wobbly AJ to the back.
WWE Statement on AJ Lee
"Tonight in London, WWE Diva AJ Lee briefly fainted during a match with Brie Bella due to dehydration. She is currently being evaluated by WWE medical staff."
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
