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The Briscoes Shoot On Kenny King In New Ring Of Honor Video

- ROH Wrestling posted a video of The Briscoes shooting on Kenny King for defecting from Ring of Honor to TNA Wrestling: [...]

July 14, 2012 Richard Gray ROH 1

Buff Bagwell Arrested On Charges Of Reckless Driving

Marcus “Buff” Bagwell was arrested on Monday and charged with reckless driving in Cherokee County, Georgia. He was later released on bond. Bagwell nearly lost his life after a single-car accident in April. Story developing… [...]

July 13, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 16

ROH Wrestling Announces Details On Wrestlemania Weekend Show

- ROH Wrestling has announced details on their Wrestlemania XXIX weekend show. Below is the official release: Ring of Honor Wrestling is very excited to state that we have finalized all the necessary details and can now officially announce that on Friday night April 5, 2013 we will return to The Hammerstein Ballroom in New [...]

July 13, 2012 Richard Gray ROH 6

Batista Officially Making His MMA Debut With CES In October, Claims That It Will Be “Live On PPV”

Batista will be making his MMA debut with CES on October 6th, 2012 at the Duncan Doughnuts Theater in Providence, Rhode Island. Batista, who was originally planning to fight with Strikeforce before a deal fell apart, confirmed his debut with the following tweet: m.tmz.com/article_head.f… I’m making my MMA debut oct 6th live on PPV check [...]

July 13, 2012 Brooks Oglesby Other News 6

Review: Mick Foley’s Stand-Up Comedy Show In Ocala, Florida

On July 12, I got the opportunity to attend Mick Foley‘s stand-up comedy show in Ocala, Florida. The show, billed as “A Night of Comedy and Wrestling,” was held in Dory Funk, Jr.‘s Funking Conservatory. In short, if you are a fan of Foley or professional wrestling, you do not want to miss out on [...]

July 13, 2012 Brooks Oglesby Other News 3

Steve Austin Set To Appear In “Grown Ups 2″

VH1 is reporting that “Stone Cold” Steve Austin will appear in the feature film Grown Ups 2. Other cast members include Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Andy Samberg, Kevin James and many other big names. [...]

July 12, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 7

Ring Of Honor Announces The Future Of Their Tag Titles Following The Departure Of Kenny King

- ROHWrestling.com posted the following update regarding the Ring of Honor Tag Team Championship: Due to the unfortunate departure of Kenny King, one half of the ROH World Tag Team Champions, The All Night Express has been officially stripped of the ROH World Tag Team Titles, thus rendering the championship titles officially VACANT. As a [...]

July 10, 2012 Richard Gray ROH 8

More On Serena Deeb’s Arrest

To update on our earlier report, former WWE Diva Serena Deeb was arrested for driving a boat while under the influence on Sunday. You can still view her mughshot through this link here on WrestlingNewsWorld.com. [...]

July 10, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 3

Konnan Discusses CMLL’s Decision To Replace Mistico When He Left For WWE

- Mist Saint Laurent reporting: AAA matchmaker Konnan joined Mister Saint Laurent on this week’s episode of MLW Radio, available right now at MLW.com. He spoke about CMLL’s decision to introduce a new Mistico to replace WWE’s Sin Cara. “Everyone knows who he is. It’s a guy called Dragon Lee. He’s a young high flyer [...]

July 10, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 6

The Boogeyman Now Accepting Independent Bookings

- The Boogeyman Marty Wright sent word he’s now accepting independent bookings. Below is the information sent to us: Former WWE superstar, The Boogeyman (Marty Wright), is now available for independent wrestling appearances and media requests. Last seen on WWE television in 2009, Wright has been fairly quiet since leaving the company, but he’s now [...]

July 9, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 12

Kenny King Issues Statement On ROH Departure; TNA Debut

Kenny King issued the following statement on Twitter regarding his Ring of Honor departure and TNA Wrestling debut: My people’s, First and foremost to all of my friends, Family and everyone riding with me on this one thank you. The love and support has been unreal. It doesn’t matter if your’e a new Kenny King [...]

July 8, 2012 Richard Gray ROH, TNA News 3

Ric Flair’s First Post-TNA Booking Revealed

Ric Flair is advertised to appear as the host of the main stage at Insane Clown Posse’s “Gathering of the Juggalo’s” on August 11, 2012. The shows take place August 8th-12th but there is no word if Flair will be wrestling on any of them. This is Flair’s first advertised booking since leaving TNA Wrestling. [...]

July 8, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 12

Ring of Honor Results (7/7/12) – Die Hard with a Vengeance

Ring of Honor Results – (7/7/12) Results by: Adam W. of WrestlingNewsWorld.com Check if Ring of Honor is in your area with the listings here. Also, be sure to follow along with the live coverage! Welcome to this week’s Ring of Honor! We are welcomed to the show by Kevin Kelly and Jim Cornette in [...]

July 7, 2012 Adam Wacker ROH 5

Deuce Unveils New Shawn Michaels “Signature Series” Watch

Shawn Michaels has teamed with Deuce Brand to launch a “Show Stopper” watch as part of their “Signature Series.” The watch is priced at $30 and is available for pre-order at this link. [...]

July 7, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 0

More On Kenny King Working Impact Wrestling Despite “Verbal Agreement” With Ring Of Honor

Highspots.com is working on a project with Kenny King and released the following teaser in light of him working Impact Wrestling this week despite claims from Ring of Honor a “verbal agreement” for a new deal was in place. Please be advised the teaser features strong explicit language and alcohol use. If you are offended [...]

July 6, 2012 Richard Gray ROH, TNA News 5

Rent-A-Center Hosting Ultimate Super Fan Showdown; Get The Chance To Hang Out With Troy Aikman & Hulk Hogan

Wrestling News World reader Mark Ward sent in the following: How would you like a chance to hang out with Troy Aikman and Hulk Hogan? How about a new Acer tablet on top of that? Everyone thinks they’re an ultimate super fan, but Troy and Hulk want to see some proof. If you’ve got what [...]

July 6, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 4

ROH Claims That Kenny King Violated A Prior Agreement By Working A Match On Impact Wrestling

Following his appearance on this week’s Impact Wrestling, Ring of Honor has released the following statement regarding Kenny King: “The appearance of ROH wrestler Kenny King on another television wrestling program tonight has raised speculation on his future as well as how this appearance could occur. The contract Kenny King signed in June 2011 expired [...]

July 6, 2012 Brooks Oglesby ROH, TNA News 12

Bobby Lashley Accepting Pro Wrestling Bookings – Domestic & International

- Bobby Lashley sent word he’s now accepting pro wrestling bookings once again. Below are full details: Bobby Lashley is hitting the wrestling circuit once again, accepting all offers for upcoming events, autograph signings and other appearances. Although he will still be accepting plenty of dates in the United States, Lashley encourages all international promotions [...]

July 5, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 8

Ring Of Honor Cancels Return To The Carolinas – Official Statement

ROH Wrestling announced today they have canceled their return to the Carolinas, originally scheduled for later this month. Below is the official announcement: Ring of Honor Wrestling regretfully announces that due to circumstances beyond our control we must cancel our upcoming live events in Winston-Salem, NC on July 27th & Spartanburg, SC scheduled for July [...]

July 2, 2012 Richard Gray ROH 3

Ric Flair Seeks Help In Dealing With Abusive Wife After Being Assaulted

The New York Daily News has more on the latest domestic dispute at Ric Flair’s house. The publication reports Flair called police Monday after he was assaulted by his wife, Jacqueline Bains Beems. According to police, Flair was seeking for help in dealing with his abusive wife. Click here for coverage by the New York Daily [...]

July 1, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 16

Ring of Honor Results (6/30/12) – Honor Set Aside

Ring of Honor Results – (6/30/12) Results by: Adam W. of WrestlingNewsWorld.com Check if Ring of Honor TV is in your area with the listings here, and be sure to follow along with the live coverage! Welcome to this week’s Ring of Honor! Kevin Kelly and Jim Cornette are in the ring, and introduce us [...]

June 30, 2012 Adam Wacker ROH 5

Big ROH Spoiler

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. [...]

June 30, 2012 Richard Gray ROH 9

John Layfield Has Disappointing News Regarding Mountain Climb

- John “Bradshaw” Layfield has a new update on his mountain climb and has very disappointing news in which you can watch embedded in the video below: [...]

June 28, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 3

John Layfield Says He’s Lucky To Be Alive

John Layfield says he’s “lucky to be alive” after bad conditions during his mountain climb caused him to get hypoxia and frostbite. Layfield documented his comments on Twitter: Got hypoxia and was fighting frostbite, still made it to 1,000 feet of summit then huge storm pushed us off mountain. Lucky to be alive. — John [...]

June 26, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 11

Police Respond To Ric Flair’s Condo After He Was Allegedly Assaulted By His Wife

Police were called to the North Carolina condo of Ric Flair and his wife Jacqueline Bains Beems at around 9:40 PM on Monday night after Flair’s wife had allegedly assaulted him. According to a report by WCNC.com out of Charlotte, no one was arrested or transported to the hospital. Beems was arrested in February 2010 [...]

June 26, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 23

ROH’s Next iPPV, Original Plan For The Guardians Of Truth, Final Battle Update

- The next Ring of Honor iPPV will be Death Before Dishonor on September 15, 2012 in Chicago Ridge, Illinois. - I’m told the original plan was for The Guardians of Truth at Sunday’s “Best in the World 2012″ iPPV to be played by Chris Sabin & Alex Shelley, however, the plan was changed due [...]

June 25, 2012 Richard Gray ROH 1

New ROH Tag Team Champions; Final Battle 2012 Taking Place In New York City The Same Day As WWE TLC In Brooklyn

- The All Night Express beat Charlie Haas & Shelton Benjamin at Ring of Honor’s “Best in the World 2012″ iPPV to win the ROH Tag Team Championship. - ROH announced that Final Battle 2012 will take place from the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City on December 16, 2012. This is the same day [...]

June 24, 2012 Richard Gray ROH 0

Adam Cole Beaten Up & Bloodied; Identities Of The Guardians Of Truth

- Adam Cole was badly banged up in his Hybrid Fighting Rules match against Kyle O’Reilly at Ring of Honor’s “Best in the World 2012″ iPPV. ROH posted a photo of his bloodied face on their Facebook page that you can view at this link. - The Guardians of Truth, who faced Jay and Mark [...]

June 24, 2012 Richard Gray ROH 7

ROH Best In The World Results (6/24/12) – Steen Retains, Adam Cole Claims His Spot, New Tag Team Champions

The cameras are working, and the stream is running!  There are some audio miscues from the get-go, but Kevin Kelly and Nigel McGuinness are quick to recover and welcome the viewing audience at home.  Kelly talks about how a year ago at this event, Davey Richards won his first world title, and Kevin Steen was [...]

June 24, 2012 Sean Hopkins ROH 2

Ring of Honor Results (6/23/12) – The Ambitious Versus The Nightmarish

Ring of Honor Results – (6/23/12) Results by: Adam W. of WrestlingNewsWorld.com Check if Ring of Honor TV is in your area with the listings here, and be sure to follow along with the live coverage! Welcome to this week’s Ring of Honor! We start off the show with a highlight of last week’s match [...]

June 23, 2012 Adam Wacker ROH 2

Ring Of Honor Announces Contract With New iPPV Provider

Following the debacle with their “Border Wars” iPPV that nearly resulted in us nixing our Ring of Honor coverage, the company announced today they have entered into an agreement with a new iPPV provider. Below is the official announcement: IMPORTANT NEWS REGARDING ORDERING “BEST IN THE WORLD 2012″ iPPV This Sunday June 24th, Ring of [...]

June 19, 2012 Richard Gray ROH 3

Ring of Honor Results (6/16/12) – The Embassy’s Dissolution?

Ring of Honor Results – (6/16/12) Results by: Adam W. of WrestlingNewsWorld.com Check if Ring of Honor TV is in your area with the listings here, and be sure to follow along with the live coverage! Welcome to this week’s Ring of Honor! The show starts of with a video package of last week’s Main [...]

June 16, 2012 Adam Wacker ROH 0

Jesse Ventura Says Vince McMahon Got Mad At Him For Not Endorsing Linda McMahon For Senate

Wrestling News World reader Chris Yandek sent in the following: In his latest interview with CYInterview.com, Jesse Ventura discussed numerous political, entertainment and wrestling topics among other things. Speaking with Chris Yandek and Jay Bildstein, the former Governor of Minnesota says Vince McMahon got mad at him because he wouldn’t support Linda McMahon’s failed United [...]

June 14, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 2

Ring of Honor Results (6/9/12) – Richards vs. Edwards IV

Ring of Honor Results – (6/9/12) Results by: Adam W. of WrestlingNewsWorld.com Check if Ring of Honor TV is in your area with the listings here, and be sure to follow along with the live coverage! Welcome to this week’s Ring of Honor! We start off the show with a highlight of last week’s show. [...]

June 9, 2012 Adam Wacker ROH 0

Haku Validates The Urban Legend Of His Bar Fight With Jimmy Jack Funk

Arda Ocal sent in the following: In an #AftermathRadio clip, Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) and Jimmy Korderas (@jimmykorderas) spoke to former WWE superstar Haku about the truth behind the famous bar fight between he and Jimmy Jack Funk in 1987 where, according to some accounts, Haku pulled out Funk’s eyeball. [...]

June 7, 2012 Brooks Oglesby Other News 4

Billy Corgan Setting Up A Wrestling-Reality TV Project

- Mister Saint Laurent reporting: Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins joined Mister Saint Laurent on MLW Radio this week to discuss his new wrestling company, Resistance Pro, as well as his upcoming album, Oceania. He revealed that he intends to launch a reality TV show about what it’s like running a wrestling organization. “I’m [...]

June 4, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 0

Where Are They Now On Madusa, Sean Waltman Reveals Dixie Carter Texted Him Over Twitter Comments

- Former WWF Women’s Champion Madusa noted on her Facebook page that she’s now a certified board life coach. Remember the last we heard from Madusa, she posted her WWE royalty earnings check on Facebook. (Thanks to WNW reader Logan Walker for sending this in.) - Wrestling News World reader Kris Hardy sent in the following: [...]

June 4, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 4

Women Of Wrestling Reality Show Being Shopped

TMZ is reporting that David McLane, the creator of Women of Wrestling back in 2000, has teamed with Los Angeles Lakers executive Jeanie Buss and they are shopping a reality show about the return of the promotion. You can watch a teaser embedded in the video below: [...]

June 3, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 2

Ring of Honor Results (6/2/12) – Reign of Terror

Ring of Honor Results – (6/2/12) Results by: Adam W. of WrestlingNewsWorld.com Check if Ring of Honor TV is in your area with the listings here, and be sure to follow along with the live coverage! Welcome to this week’s Ring of Honor! The show starts off with a video package of last week’s Main [...]

June 2, 2012 Adam Wacker ROH 7

Konnan Says He Suffers From Manic Depressive Disorder

- Mister Saint Laurent reporting… This week on MLW’s Konnan Show presented by Masked Republic’s LuchaShop.com, Konnan had a lot to say about the erratic nature of many of wrestling’s top stars over the years. He even revealed for the first time that he himself suffers from Manic Depressive Disorder. “When I was 16 years [...]

May 29, 2012 Richard Gray Other News 5