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Chris Jericho Returns To WWE; How Long Will He Be Back?, Lesnar Gets Big New WWE Contract, Trish To HoF, Why Undertaker Working Wrestlemania 29 Doesn’t Have To Do With His Health, Impact Going On The Road, WWE Star With Wellness & Injury Issues To Be Released?

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February 2, 2013 Richard Gray Premium Newsletters 1

The Rock’s 10 Biggest Wins On The Latest “WWE Countdown”

The latest edition of WWE Countdown ranks The Rock‘s 10 biggest wins. The video is embedded below: [...]

February 2, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 1

WWE NXT Release, Former Talent In Rolling Stone, Ric Flair Appearance

- Wrestling News World reader Fernando sent word Gavin Reid’s (real name Steve Evans) profile has been removed from the NXT Wrestling website, most likely indicating his release. - Christopher Nowinski is featured in the January 31, 2013 issue of Rolling Stone magazine talking about concussion. Wrestling News World reader Dave L notes that he [...]

February 2, 2013 Richard Gray WWE News 2

Beth Phoenix Discusses Divas Leaving WWE, Edge Being Her Support System

Arda Ocal sent in the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) of theScore Television Network, Baltimore Sun and Layfield Report (http://www.layfieldreport.com) spoke with former WWE Diva Beth Phoenix. Highlights: -On giving back to her community and returning to her high school in Elmira, New York for a charity basketball event. -How she feels about her life, post [...]

February 2, 2013 Richard Gray WWE News 0

Reader Live Report From TNA In Florence, South Carolina

Wrestling News World reader Tyler Roberts attended Friday’s TNA live event in Florence, South Carolina and sent in the following report: I came early and went to the meet and greet, which had about 100 people in line. Most all talent that was here tonight were signing for the fans. Christopher Daniels was the best [...]

February 2, 2013 Brooks Oglesby TNA House Shows 1

Cody Rhodes Says He Didn’t Know About Goldust’s Return; WWE Saturday Morning Slam Spoiler

-Cody Rhodes had the following to say on Twitter about his real-life brother Goldust‘s entrance into this year’s Royal Rumble match: Watching TheRumble. Well handled secrecy, @wwedustyrhodes didn’t even smarten me up, didn’t see Dustin the whole day, then I heard his music — Cody Rhodes (@CodyRhodesWWE) January 31, 2013 We have MANY differences, but [...]

February 2, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 5

Jack Swagger Returns To WWE TV; “Hoeski” To Be Released On Monday

-For those who missed this week’s Smackdown (full results available here), Jack Swagger made his return to WWE TV this week. Although he had been gone from WWE TV since September of 2012, he had been appearing at live events. -Zack Ryder announced on his Twitter account that his first single, “Hoeski,” will be released [...]

February 2, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 1

WWE Raw Live Event Results (2/1/13) – Chattanooga, Tennessee

Below are quick results from Friday’s WWE Raw live event in Chattanooga, Tennessee: * Zack Ryder b. Conor O’Brian * Tensai b. Alex Riley in a dance-off. Needless to say, Tensai worked as a face. * Tensai b. Alex Riley in a match immediately following the dance-off. * Kaitlyn b. Tamina to retain the Divas [...]

February 2, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE House Shows 1

Impactful Superstar Returns In This Week’s “Backstage Fallout” Smackdown

This week’s edition of “WWE Backstage Fallout” Smackdown featuring Damien Sandow, Jack Swagger, Rey Mysterio & Sin Cara has been posted by the official WWE YouTube channel. The video is embedded below: [...]

February 2, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 0

Official Preview For Next Week’s Impact Wrestling

Below is the official preview for next week’s Impact Wrestling: Preview Thursday’s special international IMPACT WRESTING broadcast from Manchester, England on SpikeTV at 8/7c! If you can’t watch the action on Thursday night, make sure to set your DVR! - The HUGE main event of IMPACT features “The Icon” Sting teaming up with Bully Ray [...]

February 1, 2013 Alex Barie TNA News 0

Rosita Confirms Her Departure From TNA Wrestling

Richard Gray wrote an article weeks ago that stated TNA Wrestling‘s Knockout Rosita left the company as she did not sign a new contract. Rosita wrote on her official Twitter page today that she did indeed leave the company. The tweet is embedded below: As of yesterday I am no longer employed w/TNA. It was [...]

February 1, 2013 Alex Barie TNA News 2

WWE Smackdown Results (2/1/13) – Chamber of Champions

WWE Smackdown Results – (2/1/13) Results by: Adam W. of WrestlingNewsWorld.com Welcome to this week’s Smackdown! The show begins with a highlight from last Raw. Paul Heyman was caught working with The Shield and Brad Maddox. Just as Mr. McMahon was about to fire Paul Heyman, Brock Lesnar returned to attack Vince. Also, Alberto Del [...]

February 1, 2013 Adam Wacker WWE Results 2

Impact Wrestling From Manchester Rating

Last nights Impact Wrestling scored an average of 1,580,000 viewers with a cable rating of 1.16. The show was taped from Manchester, England and it was built around the Kurt Angle vs. Mr. Anderson Steel Cage Match, Open Fight Night, and the Bully Ray reinstated question. TNA Ratings Archive [...]

February 1, 2013 Alex Barie TNA News 1

Mick Foley Walks Out Of Interview After Host Laughs At His Infamous Hardcore Moments

Mick Foley was being interviewed on 6PR 882 News Talk out of Perth, Australia when he abruptly walked out. He was discussing his wrestling career when the host began calling some of his infamous hardcore spots humorous. Foley disagreed, but the host continued to characterize spots such as the flaming table spot at WrestleMania 22 [...]

February 1, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 17

CM Punk Surprises Tom Dotterer, The Elderly Man Shot In Eye During Robbery

Tom Dotterer, the elderly wrestling fan who was shot in the eye during a robbery, got a surprise on The Abe Kanan Show when the host announced that CM Punk was on the air as well. Dotterer and Punk spoke and Punk said that he would hook Dotterer up with good seats next time WWE [...]

February 1, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 6

Watch The Latest Episode Of The JBL & Cole Show Here

Episode 10 of The JBL & Cole Show featuring Zack Ryder & Tony Chimel has been posted by the official WWE YouTube channel. The video is embedded below: [...]

February 1, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 0

WWE Star With Injury & Wellness Issues Worried About The Stability Of Their Job – Who It Is & Why They’re Concerned About Being Released

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February 1, 2013 Richard Gray Backstage News 10

Full Smackdown Taping Results For Tonight

The following article contains spoiler information. Due to the fact the material in this post will spoil upcoming programming, we have removed the excerpt so you must click the link to view the story contents. [...]

February 1, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE Spoilers 0

Watch The Extended Version Of The Rock’s Super Bowl Commercial; Chris Jericho Hosting Golden Gods Awards

-An extended version of The Rock‘s Super Bowl commercial has been uploaded to YouTube, and is embedded below: -RevolverMag.com has announced that Chris Jericho will host the annual Golden Gods Awards for the fourth year in a row. The show, which recognizes major names in metal music, will be held live on May 2, 2013. [...]

February 1, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 0

The Shield’s Theme On iTunes; “Hoeski” Update; Buff Bagwell Says He’s Back To 100%

-The Shield‘s WWE theme, Special Op, is now available on iTunes. Click here for more information. -Zack Ryder sent out a Tout with a preview of his upcoming iTunes single, Hoeski. Click here to watch. -Buff Bagwell, who was in the ICU last April after a near-fatal car accident, updated his condition in a recent [...]

February 1, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 0

*Spoilers* WWE NXT Taping Results From The Campus Of Full Sail University In Winter Park, FL

The following article contains spoiler information. Due to the fact the material in this post will spoil upcoming programming, we have removed the excerpt so you must click the link to view the story contents. [...]

February 1, 2013 Richard Gray WWE Spoilers 4

TNA Blog Zone – Aces & 8′s Add More Cards

Anyone who has read more than a couple editions of the BZ knows that I’m quite down on Dixie’s business skills and how she’s run TNA, especially over the past couple years – specifically the hiring of Hogan and Bisch, and letting them run rampant over the company. There’s been a number of issues that [...]

January 31, 2013 Kendra Bunyon IW Blog Zone 5

Impact Wrestling’s First Road Show Information; Match Announced For Next Week

- I posted the article earlier about Impact Wrestling going on the road permanently and that starts on March 14, 2013. Dixie Carter made the announcement on this week’s Impact Wrestling. The first show will be at the Sears Centre in Chicago, Illinois. Tickets for the event go on sale February 8th. That is next [...]

January 31, 2013 Alex Barie TNA News 4

This Week’s Impact Wrestling News And Post Show

- For those who missed this week’s Impact Wrestling, Garett Bischoff and Wes Brisco were revealed as the latest members of Aces & 8s. Also, Hulk Hogan reinstated Bully Ray after being “suspended” for weeks. Read the results here. Check this video out where Garett and Wes reveal themselves as members of the faction: - [...]

January 31, 2013 Alex Barie TNA News 0

Impact Wrestling Results (1/31/13) – Stabbing Kurt Angle In The Back

Please bear with me, I’m starting the TNA Results tonight and Alex will be jumping in when he becomes available. Show Starts Video Recap of Brooke and Bully’s relationship, issues with Hogan, marriage, Taz’s jump to A&8′s, and the carnage. In Ring Segment Daniels to the ring in kilts with blue face paint. They dance [...]

January 31, 2013 Kendra Bunyon TNA Results 7

Impact Wrestling Will Be Going On The Road Permanently

In case you are not watching Impact Wrestling, results can be found here, a video played showing TNA President Dixie Carter. She announced Impact Wrestling will be going on the road permanently. The first show on the road will be March 14, 2013 in Chicago, Illinois. Watch the announcement here: [...]

January 31, 2013 Alex Barie TNA News 10

Top WWE Stars Advertised For Wizard World Comic Con; New Paul Bearer Interview

- John Cena & Daniel Bryan are scheduled to appear at this year’s Wizard World Philadelphia Comic Con (press release), The Miz will appear at this year’s Wizard World Portland Comic Con (press release), & Randy Orton will appear at this year’s Wizard World St. Louis Comic Con (press release). -Chris Yandek sent in the [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 0

More On Shooting Victim Whose Week Was Ruined By CM Punk’s Loss; “Superstar” Billy Graham Discusses Health Scare & Recent Controversy

-Wrestling News World reader Ian D sent in another story Tom Dotterer, the elderly CM Punk fan who was shot in the eye earlier this week. Dotterer thanked CM Punk for responding to him, and says that he has to “hope and pray that Punk bounces back and when they meet again, that he’ll win.” [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 26

Jeff Hardy Addresses Criticism That TNA Is For “Washed Up Former WWE Wrestlers”

Jeff Hardy recently took part in an interview with MLive.com to promote the upcoming “Road To Lockdown” Tour. He discusses, among other things, his connection to the Michigan area, his longevity in the business despite his high-risk moveset, and TNA‘s future. In the following excerpt, he addresses some of TNA’s critics: What would you say [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby TNA News 11

Divas Respond To Trish Stratus’ Hall Of Fame Announcement; Bruiser Brody Added To WWE Alumni

-On the official WWE website, AJ Lee, Kaitlyn, Natalya, Lilian Garcia, & Aksana weighed in on Trish Stratus‘ upcoming induction into the WWE Hall of Fame. Natalya notes that Trish is responsible for her desire to be a Diva. Click here to read the full article. -Bruiser Brody has been added to the Alumni section [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 0

Andre The Giant Remembered 20 Years After His Death, Legends About His Life Revisited

Andre the Giant passed away on January 27, 1993, so the official WWE website posted two articles to commemorate the 20th anniversary of his passing. One article delves into the mythos of Andre, and verifies or debunks several famous legends surrounding him. One such legend, regarding Andre drinking over 125 beers in one sitting, is [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 3

Watch The Opening For Tonight’s Impact Wrestling Here

TNA Wrestling has posted the opening video to tonight’s loaded Impact Wrestling on its official YouTube channel. You can view it embedded below: [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby TNA News 0

Bret Hart Shoots On Triple H – “What Has He Ever Really Done?”

Bret Hart recently did an interview with Wrestle Talk TV, and had some less-than-flattering things to say about Triple H. He also discusses why he thinks a John Cena heel turn wouldn’t work, has high praise for CM Punk, and says that Daniel Bryan reminds him of his brother, Owen Hart. The interview is embedded [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 14

Watch WWE “Outside The Ring” Featuring 3MB Here

The latest episode of WWE “Outside the Ring” features 3MB and is embedded in the video below: [...]

January 31, 2013 Richard Gray WWE News 1

TNA Wrestling Releases A New Facebook App

Impact Wrestling just announced, via their official website, that they teamed with Fantom to launch a Facebook for the upcoming pay-per-view TNA Lockdown. Below is the official description of the app: Fans can now watch videos of past Lockdown PPVs in the Facebook app, collect and trade stickers featuring the IMPACT WRESTLING roster and read [...]

January 31, 2013 Alex Barie TNA News 4

Huge Update On The Undertaker & Wrestlemania 29 – Details On Why His Health Isn’t What Is Keeping Him From Committing To A Match, Why It Remains A Possibility He Won’t Work

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January 31, 2013 Richard Gray Backstage News 12

Watch The Rock’s Super Bowl Commercial Here

The Rock recently announced that he will be appearing in a Super Bowl commercial this Sunday, promoting the Got Milk? campaign. He appeared on CBS This Morning to promote the commercial, and CBS posted the video to their website, which is embedded below: Attention! [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 3

Official Preview For This Week’s Impact Wrestling; Live Coverage At 8 PM EDT – Taped From England, Steel Cage Match

This is the first Impact Wrestling from England in 2013. The show is wrapped around a Steel Cage Match, Open Fight Night, and Dixie Carter‘s huge announcement. Below is the official preview: Preview Thursday’s IMPACT WRESTLING this Thursday at 8/7c, as the broadcast takes place from Manchester, England and features the return of OPEN FIGHT [...]

January 31, 2013 Alex Barie TNA News 0

Full Impact Wrestling Taping Results For Tonight

The following article contains spoiler information. Due to the fact the material in this post will spoil upcoming programming, we have removed the excerpt so you must click the link to view the story contents. [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby TNA Spoilers 2

Watch Several Video Highlights From This Week’s WWE Main Event Here

Below are several video highlights from this week’s WWE Main Event: “Miz TV” With Special Guest Ryback Ryback vs. Antonio Cesaro The Prime Time Players Make Fun Of Tensai Tensai vs. Titus O’Neil [...]

January 31, 2013 Brooks Oglesby WWE News 0