This week’s WWE Raw, the go-home to WWE TLC, did a 2.67 cable rating with an average viewing audience of 3,764,000 on the USA Network. Below is the viewership by hour: Hour one: 3,743,000 viewers Hour two: 3,876,000 viewers Hour three: 3,672,000 viewers The numbers were up from last week’s debacle as Monday Night Football was down, [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
- Jim Ross checks in with his Raw thoughts at this link. - Have you had an opportunity to check out our new sister site located at WrestlingNews.net? Here’s some of what you are missing: Eve Torres Shows Off WWE Divas Championship At Cosmo’s Offices New Rare Backstage Photos – Bret Hart & Goldberg, Young [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
- Gawker Media filed a motion to dismiss Hulk Hogan’s lawsuit against them last Friday, December 7, 2012. In their request, they claimed Hogan has failed to state a claim against them for posting clips of his sex tape with Heath Clem. - Bellator Fighting Championships debuts on Spike TV on January 17, 2013 at [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News
- Drew McIntyre posted the following on Twitter: Due to circumstances beyond 3MBs control. The state of WWE address has been put back slightly. We apologize and was unavoidable #WWEAddress — Drew McIntyre (@TheDrewMcIntyre) December 11, 2012 - Mick Foley posted the following on Twitter: Heading to #Smackdown in Bridgeport tomorrow, specifically to pass an [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
Brian Jack, who worked in WWE developmental as Buck Wild, has filed a lawsuit against WWE, Vince McMahon, Dr. James Andrews, John Laurinaitis, Ty Bailey, Kristin Actman, Santino Marella, Beth Phoenix, Shed Media USA and Kwik Trip Inc. I haven’t seen the lawsuit but PWInsider obtained the documents and below is a summary: Jack alleges he [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
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December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
Insider Rumblings
- Kenny King has officially been added to the roster page on the official TNA website. - TNA has released a 9 track EP for Jeff Hardy called “Similar Creatures.” The price is only $6.99 and can be previewed/bought at this link. - To follow-up on an earlier report, the unidentified independent worker that teamed [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News
After this week’s WWE Raw went off the air, the brawl ensued until Dolph Ziggler ended up taking the finishers of all the babyfaces. The other heels(The Shield & Big Show) escaped as the babyfaces celebrated in the ring to send the crowd home happy. More WWE Raw: Candid Photo Of Cody Rhodes With His [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
Following this week’s WWE Raw the company released the categories for the 2012 Slammy Awards. They are as follows: Superstar of the Year Breakout Star of the Year Trending Now Award – (Hashtag of the Year) Comeback of the Year Kiss of the Year “Tell me I did NOT just see that” – (The Most [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
- The latest episode of “Superstar Toyz” features Jolly old “St. Mick” and is embedded in the video below: - Brad Maddox shows his stripes in the latest “Backstage Fallout” Raw embedded below: [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
The following is today's edition of Ask WNW. Ask WNW is the most popular feature on the website where Richard Gray answers four questions daily, Monday through Friday. To submit your question for the next installment of Ask WNW, click here. [...]
December 11, 2012
Richard Gray
Ask WNW
WWE will tape this week’s WWE Main Event, future matches for WWE Saturday Morning Slam, and this week’s Smackdown tonight from the Webster Bank Arena in Bridgeport, Connecticut. This week’s Main Event will be headlined by Alberto Del Rio vs. Ryback. This week’s Smackdown will be headlined by Randy Orton vs. Alberto Del Rio. Raw Superstars Ryback [...]
December 11, 2012
Brooks Oglesby
WWE News
The USA Network declared next week as WWE Week. Below is the schedule: Monday, December 17 – WWE Raw featuring the 2012 Slammy Awards (more info) Tuesday, December 18 – Commercial-free live Smackdown Wednesday, December 19 – WWE Tribute to the Troops (taping results) Thursday, December 20 – Big Show will appear on “Burn Notice” [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
Pre-RAW Commercial Cole talks about how the main event has changed due to Ryback’s devastation last week on RAW. Also, Big Show will face Cena in the main event tonight. Show Starts Video Starting with The Shield. Then onto video of Ryback’s attack on Punk last week on RAW, and explaining the new match at [...]
December 10, 2012
Kendra Bunyon
WWE Results
The WWE TLC YouTube Pre-show will feature a #1 Contender’s Battle Royal for the WWE Divas Championship. The match will include AJ Lee, Alicia Fox, Aksana, Natalya, Kaitlyn and Tamina Snuka. The match will begin at approximately 7:30 PM EST prior to the pay-per-view on Sunday and will be streamed live here on WrestlingNewsWorld.com. [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
John “Bradshaw” Layfield is postponing his next mountain climb in South America due to a pulled muscle in his shin. Originally scheduled to climb a mountain nicknamed Mt. Death on January 11, 2013, he’ll now attempt it on February 24, 2013. This means he won’t miss Royal Rumble and is scheduled to join Michael Cole [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
- Cody Rhodes returned from injury on this week’s WWE Raw in a tag team elimination match. He and Damien Sandow will face Rey Mysterio & Sin Cara in a Tables Match at WWE TLC on Sunday. The winner gets a shot at the WWE Tag Team Championship against Daniel Bryan & Kane. - Colt [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
Todd Keneley takes a shot at getting on The List this week with Robbie E and Robbie T. You can watch the latest episode embedded in the video below: [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News
Last week’s Smackdown ended up doing a 1.81 cable rating with an average viewership of 2,459,000 viewers on SyFy. Smackdown Ratings Archive [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
- WWE announced the 2012 Slammy Awards will take place on next week’s Raw. Voting for the awards will be a Rawactive feature through the new WWE App. Next week’s show will take place from the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA. - This week’s WWE Main Event will air at 6:30 PM EST on [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
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. [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE Spoilers
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. [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA Spoilers
- WWE announced here on dot com that Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen and The Black Keys will appear at the Rolling Stones anniversary concert they are distributing. The concert will take place on Saturday on pay-per-view at 9 PM EST. It will also be streamed online. - Rapper Flo Rida taped an interview backstage at [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
The Rock has been answering fans questions yesterday and today on his official Twitter account. One question was in regards to his relationship with CM Punk. Rock’s answer to that question is below: @cmpunk RT: @yogibthemc1: @therock Is there real life heat between you and punk?” Of course not my friend. I love Phillip & [...]
December 10, 2012
Alex Barie
WWE News
- James Storm, who is currently working through a rib injury, posted the following on Twitter about working Final Resolution: Wrapped up the ribs went out and did my job. Entertained, drank beer, and kick ass. #SAYDL #FinalResolution — James Storm (@Cowboy_J_Storm) December 10, 2012 - Speaking of Final Resolution, Mike Knox and an unidentified [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News
- John Cena is scheduled to appear on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon on Thursday, December 13, 2012 to promote WWE Tribute to the Troops. You can view all guests scheduled for Fallon’s show for the week at this link. - Sheamus is scheduled to promote the show on Conan on Thursday, December 13, 2012. [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
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December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
Backstage News
This week’s episode of “WWE Download” with Dolph Ziggler is embedded in the video below: [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
There were a number of talents discussing TNA cutting back the number of pay-per-views they run each year backstage at Sunday’s Final Resolution pay-per-view. The gist was fewer shows gives them more opportunities to build programs and will make shows more meaningful. With that being said a new pay-per-view schedule hasn’t been released but Dixie [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News
WWE Raw will take place Monday night from the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. Below are the key focal points of the show: How long will CM Punk’s WWE Championship reign last? Is John Cena poised to win the World Heavyweight Championship? Who is next in The Shield’s sights. Will AJ Lee continue winning? Who [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
The following is today's edition of Ask WNW. Ask WNW is the most popular feature on the website where Richard Gray answers four questions daily, Monday through Friday. To submit your question for the next installment of Ask WNW, click here. [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
Ask WNW
Sunday night after TNA Final Resolution Kurt Angle said he had a little groin injury. It turns out Angle has a groin tear, however, he says he’s working through it as long as his Twitter friends believe in him. Below is the latest from Angle: I Will Wrestle through My Groin tear Because I’m a [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News
TNA will tape this week’s episode of Impact Wrestling Monday night from Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. Below is the official preview: Witness the aftermath from Sunday’s “Final Resolution” event! After beating Bobby Roode at the PPV, “The Charismatic Enigma” Jeff Hardy is STILL the World Heavyweight Champion! Hardy will appear on Thursday’s broadcast – [...]
December 10, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News
After TNA Final Resolution went off the air, Aces & 8′s celebrated their attack on TNA Champion Jeff Hardy and Bobby Roode. Officials came out to assist the “injured” workers as Hardy was carried to the back while Roode made his way to the back under his own power. TNA Final Resolution Results – Jeff [...]
December 9, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News
After TNA Final Resolution ended, Kurt Angle went on Twitter and, after thanking his partners in the 8 man tag team match, shared that he has a slight groin injury. Kurt picked up the win and you can see the full results of the pay-per-view here. His tweet is embedded below: Have a Little Groin Injury. Hope It’s [...]
December 9, 2012
Alex Barie
TNA News
The show opens with a video package highlighting the main feuds heading into tonight’s show. The pyro hits and Todd Kenely welcomes us to the show. He’s quickly interrupted by James Storm’s music, and the Cowboy makes his way out to the ring. Storm grabs a mic and says he’s not scheduled to be here [...]
December 9, 2012
Sean Hopkins
TNA Results
Randy Orton suffered an apparent injury at the WWE Tribute to the Troops taping Sunday night in Norfolk, Virginia. The injury occurred while Orton was working Dolph Ziggler as it appeared to be Orton’s right hand or wrist. The referee gave the X signal and a trainer came to ringside to check him out during [...]
December 9, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE News
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December 9, 2012
Richard Gray
WWE Spoilers
- TNA Wrestling issued the following press release regarding their Genesis pay-per-view: On Sunday, January 13, TNA Wrestling and Direct Auto Insurance present “Genesis” live on Pay-Per-View and online around the world at TNAOnDemand.com! “Genesis” will take place from Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida! The epic event will feature all of your favorite IMPACT WRESTLING [...]
December 9, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News
TNA Wrestling posted the following video interview of SoCal Val with Kenny King talking about his match at Final Resolution for the TNA X Division Championship against Rob Van Dam: [...]
December 9, 2012
Richard Gray
TNA News