William Regal was ribbed at yesterday’s WWE Superstars taping in Liverpool, England, prior to his match with Daniel Bryan. While Regal was making his entrance, the “Real Man’s Man” Steven Regal theme he had during his stint in the late 90s played instead of his current theme. Both Regal and Bryan seemed to get a [...]
November 9, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
Mark Canterbury, also known as Henry O. Godwinn from his days in WWE, was involved in a serious automobile accident earlier today, I can now confirm. From what I was told, Canterbury was in an accident in West Virginia that has left him “fighting for his life.” Significant injuries include both lungs punctured, a broken [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
Other News
- WWE.com has a new editorial online questioning why John Cena chose to partner with The Rock at Survivor Series. You can read it at this link. - Also available on WWE.com is a video of John Morrison discussing his victory over WWE United States Champion Dolph Ziggler on this week’s Raw Supershow. You can [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
WWE News
Matt Morgan, Christy Hemme and SoCal Val represented TNA Impact Wrestling at Johnny Damon’s “Johnny Jam ’11″ at the Hard Rock Hotel Beach Club at Universal Studios Orlando last Sunday. Morgan posted photos here, here and here. The official TNA YouTube channel uploaded the following video: [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
TNA News
The cousin of TNA Impact Wrestling star Matt Morgan, Detective Michael Morgan, was gunned down on Monday while off-duty in New Jersey. The suspects of the shooting were apprehended this morning and a press conference is scheduled for today. Click here for coverage by NorthJersey.com. [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
TNA News
WWE is still overseas on their extended European tour. Below is today’s update: Raw: * Tonight from Nottingham Capital FM Arena in Nottingham, England (more info) * Tomorrow from Glasgow Braehead Arena in Glasgow, Scotland (more info) * Friday from the London O2 Arena in London, England (more info) * Saturday from Butlins Arena in [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
WWE News
Do you feel the outcome of The Rock vs. John Cena at Wrestlemania XXVIII has already been decided? Surely WWE wouldn’t bring Rock back only to lose? The outcome hasn’t been decided and valid arguments could be made either way. I would have an issue with The Rock going over John Cena then leaving WWE. [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
Ask WNW
Kurt Angle’s September 4, 2011 arrest in Virginia that originally carried charges of Driving Under the Influence was settled in a Warren County court room yesterday. Angle was fined $1500 but no jail time attached. The former TNA Champion’s attorney, Todd Gilbert, entered a plea of no contest to charges of Reckless Driving. Judge W. [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
TNA News
Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) and Jimmy Korderas (@jimmykorderas) of #AftermathRadio on thescore.com spoke with former WWE Superstar Tonga Fifita, best known as Haku (WWE) and Meng (WCW): Highlights: Working these days at a Toyota dealership and how he got connected with them. Why he decided to retire from professional wrestling Being “King” of the WWE in [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
Other News
Wrestling News World reader Danny Roy sent in the following video from yesterday’s WWE Raw house show from Newcastle, England: It’s also worth noting Kevin Nash worked the show. WWE Raw House Show Results (11/08/11) – Newcastle, England [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
WWE News
Wrestling News World reader Gary Walker sent in the following report from yesterday’s WWE Raw house show from Newcastle Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle, England: * Santino Marella def David Otunga via pinfall after hitting the Cobra. * Mason Ryan def Curt Hawkins via pinfall after hitting his full nelson slam finisher in this squash [...]
November 9, 2011
Richard Gray
WWE House Shows
Wrestling News World reader Matthew Connolly sent in the following report: Randy Orton, Sheamus, & Big Show b. Cody Rhodes, Christian & Mark Henry, with Booker T as the special referee. Henry and Christian fled the ring mid-match, and Show and Sheamus chased after them. After a scoop slam and an RKO, Randy Orton pinned [...]
November 9, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
WWE taping this week’s Smackdown from the Echo Arena in Liverpool, England. Below are full results: Smackdown (Airing Friday on SyFy): * Randy Orton came out to cut a promo on his 5-on-5 Survivor Series match. He listed off his opponents, and when he mentioned Wade Barrett, Barrett’s music hit and he came out. He [...]
November 9, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE Spoilers
WWE taped the Smackdown portion of this week’s WWE Superstars today from the Echo Arena in Liverpool, England. Below are full results: [...]
November 9, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE Spoilers
WWE taped this week’s WWE NXT today from the Echo Arena in Liverpool, England. Below are full results: [...]
November 9, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE Spoilers
The official WWE YouTube channel posted the following retrospective on famous heavyweight boxer Joe Frazier‘s appearances in professional wrestling. Frazier, who passed away last Monday, acted as the guest referee of the main event of NWA Starrcade 1984 between Ric Flair and Dusty Rhodes, and appeared in Mr. T‘s corner at WrestleMania 2. The video [...]
November 9, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
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November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
Backstage News
Last night’s WWE Raw Supershow did a 2.9 cable rating off hours of 2.94 and 2.81 with an average viewing audience of 4,015,000 viewers on the USA Network. [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
WWE News
- I can confirm there’s 100% no interest in Chyna within WWE. The one Diva that company officials are trying to work out a deal for her to return is Michelle McCool. While McCool is reportedly not interested at this time, I’ve heard there is hope that will change. - Speaking of former WWE Divas, [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
Insider Rumblings
AJ Styles has a grade two high ankle sprain he suffered at a TNA Impact Wrestling house show this weekend. Styles posted a photo of the injury on his official Twitter account at this link. Styles hopes to be back Sunday but the injury usually requires 2-4 weeks to recover from. [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
TNA News
CM Punk is the inspiration behind a pizza at a pizza place in Chicago called Ian’s Pizza. The pie is called The G.T.S. and features smoked turkey leg, sliced potatoes, Swiss cheese and French fried onions and will be available at the restaurant from November 21-27. The pizza was available in July as CM Punk [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
WWE News
Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) of theScore Television Network spoke with former WWE Superstar “The Native American” Tatanka while he was in Toronto to promote his upcoming appearances for CWI Wrestling (www.cwiwrestling.com). Highlights: Whether or not there was ever any other consideration for a character for Chris Chavis before Tatanka was chosen. Looking back on the two-year [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
Other News
Brock Lesnar was recently interviewed by WWEGames and discussed his inclusion in the upcoming WWE ’12 video game. He continued to mention that he never got an opportunity to face “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, discussed his feelings on the current UFC landscape, and more. The interview is embedded in the video below: [...]
November 8, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
Wrestling News World reader Alex Demski sent in the following house show report from last night’s Smackdown show from the Birmingham LG Arena in Birmingham, England: William Regal def Daniel Bryan After the match Regal cuts a promo saying that Bryan will be the future of the WWE Scheduled Match Jinder Mahal vs Johnny Curtis [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
WWE House Shows
WWE will tape the Smackdown portion of this week’s WWE Superstars, this week’s WWE NXT and this week’s Smackdown today from the Echo Arena in Liverpool, England. The advertised dark match main event is World Heavyweight Champion Mark Henry, Christian & Cody Rhodes vs. Big Show, Randy Orton & Sheamus with Booker T as special [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
WWE News
What is the purpose of having the Michael Cole/Jim Ross challenge pushed back another week? Does Vince just want to have an excuse to pick on Ross? The segment was cut from last week’s Raw Supershow because of time constraints and Jim Ross did not make the trip to Liverpool. I do not know beyond [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
Ask WNW
Wrestling News World reader Jordan sent in the following: Ultimate Warrior is starting some sort of project with heavy metal bands on Sumerian Records. Here is a teaser trailer. As you can see, Warrior is still in rare form: Tweet from @SumerianRecords – Yes, this is REAL.. and yes there have already been two episode [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
Other News
Jim Ross has a new blog entry available on his official website. Below are some highlights: -Oklahoma State is rolling which makes my pal Jerry Brisco happy. Jerry, who recently suffered his 4th stroke in about a year or so, is feeling good and will visit a highly regarded specialist later this week as the [...]
November 8, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
Jim Ross tweeted the following yesterday in regard to his status for next week’s Raw taping: I’ll be in Boston next week for the 3 hour Raw & I will take the Michael Cole Challenge whatever that is. Is it a setup? Does it matter? [...]
November 8, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
Wrestling News World reader Jeff sent in the following: TrishStratus.com has announced that MPI Media Group has acquired the rights to distribute Bounty Hunters, a film starring Trish Stratus, in the United States, as well as in many international markets. The film is scheduled for a Spring 2012 release. Click here for more information. [...]
November 8, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
Written by Kendra Bunyon on Nov 7, 2011 – 11:29:15 PM RAW this week starts with music and pyro. Cena out to the ring to mixed reaction. He likes the lively fans and warm welcome that really isn’t warm. He knows why they’re upset. He’s upset too. Much going on in the WWE. Tickets for [...]
November 8, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE Results
The latest edition of The Tommy Dreamer TV is embedded in the video below: [...]
November 8, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
Other News
Indy promotion CHIKARA Pro is giving one fan a chance to attend every show by the promotion for life by entering an online contest. The details for the contest are as follows: Winner will receive a complimentary pair of tickets to every live CHIKARA event of their choosing. Winner will have to notify CHIKARA at [...]
November 8, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
Other News
Embedded in the videos below are several highlights from last night’s WWE Raw Supershow, courtesy of the official WWE YouTube channel. After watching, head over to our Facebook page and give the show a school letter grade. John Cena & Zack Ryder vs. The Miz & R-Truth http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DSJSQe5VC2k Nash Returns To Deliver A Message About [...]
November 8, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
I stated that I would respond to commenters’ questions after my rant on Cole and the WWE over the verbal attack on JR and digestive disorders as a whole. I was asked what I would do in JR’s shoes (sigh, to be involved in the industry in such a was), but I’m still not sure. [...]
November 8, 2011
Kendra Bunyon
Raw is Blogged
Dragon Gate USA returns to Philadelphia this Saturday for “Bushido: Code Of The Warrior 2011″ at the legendary Arena. This is a special 5:30pm belltime since it is part of a double header with CZW, which will follow the DGUSA event (both shows are separate tickets). Come to Philly this Saturday and catch two great [...]
November 8, 2011
Richard Gray
Dragon Gate USA
- TNA Impact Wrestling issued the following press release: TNA IMPACT WRESTLING announces that they are entering into an exclusive relationship with Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW), effective immediately, as the official training and developmental facility for TNA’s current and future stars of TNA IMPACT WRESTLING. Former wrestling star and OVW owner Danny Davis will work [...]
November 7, 2011
Richard Gray
Ohio Valley Wrestling, TNA News
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November 7, 2011
Richard Gray
Backstage News
Chyna recently appeared on The Howard Stern Show and briefly discussed wanting to return to WWE. She claims to have asked Vince McMahon if he was willing to put personal issues aside and go into business together. The video is embedded below: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4YP9y7qwkY [...]
November 7, 2011
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
TNA Impact Wrestling announced today they have come to terms on a deal with Ohio Valley Wrestling for the promotion to be their official developmental promotion. OVW owner Danny Davis will work with Bruce Prichard in the developmental of talent through training, live events and weekly television production. Ohio Valley Wrestling, based out of Louisville, [...]
November 7, 2011
Richard Gray
Ohio Valley Wrestling, TNA News