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Seven WWE Releases Confirmed – Every Name With More Details

WWE notified seven workers in their NXT developmental system on Friday of their releases. The list is as follows: Anya (story link) Audrey Marie (story link) Brandon Traven (story link) Briley Pierce (story link) Derrick Bateman (story link) Percy Watson (story link) Sakamoto (story link) The only worker that I heard there was considerable shock [...]

May 17, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 11

Two More WWE NXT Releases

In addition to the names we’ve already reported, we can now confirm the releases of WWE developmental Divas Audrey Marie and Anya. Marie wrote the following on Twitter: #Headsup this is not the end, but merely the beginning. — Audrey Marie (@RealAudreyMarie) May 17, 2013 Anya, whose real name is Anna Bogomazova, is a former [...]

May 17, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

Brandon Traven & Percy Watson Released From WWE

Spring roster cuts are underway in WWE. We can now confirm the releases of Brandon Traven and Percy Watson: Brandon Traven (developmental profile) To show you just how unexpected this was, Traven posted the following about Friday’s NXT live event in Leesburg: @wwenxt Tonight in leesburg, Fl #NXTLeesburg — Brandon Traven WWE (@TravenWWE) May 17, [...]

May 17, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

Former WWE NXT Worker Talks Suffering Concussions, Richard Reacts All Day Long

TAC on WWE Release Brandon Carter, who worked as TAC, spoke to the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal about his WWE release earlier this year. “I went down there and got a few concussions and ended up getting pneumonia,” Carter said of his time with WWE. “I ended up in the hospital in December. I woke up and [...]

May 15, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

WWE NXT Worker Reveals Dangerous Spinal Injury

WWE developmental worker J Bronson (WWE NXT profile) has been out with a spinal injury. He wrote on his Twitter account that he’s being treated by Dr. Joseph Maroon. The following is from Bronson’s Twitter account: I want to publicly thank Dr. Joseph Maroon for fixing a very dangerous spinal injury I’ve had which has [...]

May 12, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 1

WWE To Crown NXT Divas Champion At Next Set Of Tapings

Dusty Rhodes announced at this week’s WWE NXT tapings from Winter Park, Florida at the next set of tapings, on May 23rd, they’ll hold a tournament to crown a new NXT Divas Champion. The new NXT Divas title was actually on display at Wrestlemania Fan Axxess. You can view a photo below: *Spoilers* WWE NXT [...]

May 4, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 1

*Spoilers* WWE NXT Taping Results For The Next Four Episodes

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. [...]

May 2, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, What's Hot?, WWE News, WWE Spoilers 6

Skyler Moon Discusses Her Eating Disorder, Raising Awareness

Greg DeMarco and Patrick O’Dowd interviewed former WWE developmental Diva Skyler Moon (a/k/a Buggy Nova). In it, she discusses going to rehab for her eating disorder. “I mentioned before I have an eating disorder. I went to treatment because I was killing myself. … Nothing else matters. … My disease is dealing with food, or [...]

April 19, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, Other News 0

Triple H Introduces New WWE Performance Center In Orlando, Florida

Triple H, alongside Florida Governor Rick Scott and Orange County Mayor Teresa Jacobs announced WWE’s new “Performance Center” at a news conference Thursday morning. It was announced the new facility, located in Orlando, will replace the company’s current developmental facility in Tampa. Hunter confirmed previous WNW Premium reports that the 26,000-square-foot facility would feature seven [...]

April 18, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 3

WWE To Announce “Project Flair” Thursday In Orlando, Florida

WWE will announce on Thursday their new training center in Orlando, Florida. The office of Florida Governor Ric Scott released the following statement Wednesay evening: “WWE could have chosen anywhere in the world to house this new global performance center – and they chose the Sunshine State,” Scott said in a statement. “[The] announcement that [...]

April 18, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

Ashley Flair Thankful For Kind Words

Reid Flair’s sister and WWE developmental prospect Ashley Flair, who works as Charlotte, wrote the following on Twitter: Thank you everyone for your kind words. Reider, you’ll always be my heart & soul champ… — Charlotte (@MsCharlotteWWE) March 30, 2013   [...]

March 30, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

*Spoilers* 5 Episodes Of WWE NXT From Winter Park, Florida

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. [...]

March 22, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News, WWE Spoilers 4

WWE Signs Matt Silva To Developmental Deal

WWE has signed Matt Silva to a developmental contract. Before reporting to NXT Wrestling, Silva will work Melbourne City Wrestling’s show on April 13, 2013. Silva, an Australian talent, is on Twitter @Silva_Brand. You can follow us @wnwnews. [...]

March 17, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 4

Eve Torres Meets With WWE Diva Prospects

Former WWE Divas Champion Eve Torres was at NXT this week to meet with ten prospective Divas that have been going through a month long training camp. They were brought in from a Diva Search in Los Angeles and other major cities. Eve wrote the following on Twitter: Had a chance to meet some new [...]

March 15, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 1

Full Details On Next Week’s NXT Tapings With Chris Jericho

WWE will hold another set of NXT tapings next Thursday, March 21, 2013 from the campus of Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. Chris Jericho is the scheduled guest. Below is the media advisory: WWE/NXT Live Event Date: March 21, 2013 – 6:30 p.m. Location: Full Sail Live Address: 141 University Park Dr. Winter [...]

March 14, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

WWE Signs Two Irish Workers To Developmental Contracts

WWE has signed Joe Cabray and Rachelle Walker to developmental contracts. Both are Irish stars that were regulars for No Limit Wrestling overseas. Cabray, who worked as Omen, is set to report to NXT Wrestling in Tampa, Florida in a few weeks. Walker, who worked as Rachelle St. Claire, will report later in the year [...]

March 8, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 1

WWE Takes The Gimmick Off El Generico (Photo)

El Generico worked Thursday night’s WWE NXT live event under his real name as Rami Sebal. We have a photo in his ring gear below: [...]

March 7, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 12

Lance Storm To NXT, Update On JBL Climbing Mt. Death

- Lance Storm is scheduled to work as a guest trainer next week at NXT Wrestling in Tampa, Florida. - JBL talked to Michael Cole about climbing Mt. Death in a video that you can watch at this link or embedded below: [...]

March 2, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 1

Ric Flair Appears With Charlotte At NXT Live Event

FloridaToday.com did a video piece of Ric Flair appearing with his daughter, Charlotte, at Sunday’s NXT live event in Melbourne, Florida. They are interviewed in the piece that shows Charlotte used the figure-four to win her match. You can watch embedded in the video below: Information! [...]

February 25, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

WWE Divas Champ At NXT Tonight, Oliver Grey Injury

- WWE Divas Champion Kaitlyn is scheduled to be at this week’s WWE NXT tapings from Full Sail University. Show wrote the following on Twitter: #NXT tonight @fullsail Orlando! Ill be there Champ’n it up. Who wants a piece of this??? (NXT divas only) — Kaitlyn (@KaitlynWWE) February 21, 2013 - WWE developmental worker Oliver [...]

February 21, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 2

Details On Tonight’s WWE NXT Tapings – Randy Orton Advertised

WWE will hold another set of NXT tapings Thursday night from the campus of Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. Full Sail’s Facebook page provides more information: This month’s NXT filming in the Full Sail Live Venue will feature appearances from former WWE and World Heavyweight Champion “The Viper” Randy Orton, the NXT Superstars, [...]

February 21, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

Developmental Diva Repackaged, WWE Signs Kendra Smith

- WWE has repackaged developmental Diva Davina Rose and changed her name to Bayley. You can view her NXT profile at this link. - WWE has signed Kendra Smith (pictured above) to a developmental contract. She has uploaded video of her training on her official website which gives a lot of information about her. Check [...]

February 20, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE 1

Updated WWE NXT Taping Schedule Through August

Devin Cutting is circulating the updated WWE NXT taping schedule from Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. Below is a look at scheduled tapings through August: February 21, 2013 March 14, 2013 April 11, 2013 May 2, 2013 June 20, 2013 July 11, 2013 August 1, 2013 August 22, 2013 We’ll have full taping [...]

February 20, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 0

Kris Kristofferson At NXT, O’Neil & Young On Black History Month, WWE Stars React To IOC Decision

- A number of developmental talents were excited to see Kris Kristofferson backstage at Wednesday’s WWE NXT live event in Orlando. Kris’ son Jody is under developmental contract as Garrett Dylan. - The Prime Time Players express their thoughts on Black History Month in the video embedded below: - Sports Illustrated has a new article [...]

February 14, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 3

El Generico Arrives At WWE NXT As El Generico

Rami Sebei made his WWE NXT debut at a live event Wednesday as El Generico in Orlando, Florida. He accompanied Brodus Clay to the ring for a match against Conor O’Brian. You can view a photo below: [...]

February 14, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 7

Update On Kassius Ohno Losing Teeth Against Xavier Woods

Kassius Ohno lost some teeth after a stiff spinning heel kick from Xavier Woods at the February 7th WWE NXT live event. Ohno was laughing and joking about it backstage after initially being knocked silly. We recapped his Tweet with a photo after it happened last week here at WrestlingNewsWorld.com. [...]

February 13, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 6

Kassius Ohno Proves Pro Wrestling Isn’t For Everyone

WWE developmental talent Kassius Ohno (formerly known as Chris Hero) lost some teeth in a match with Xavier Woods at a WWE NXT live event on Thursday, February 7, 2013. Ohno posted the following on Twitter: Win some. Ya lose some. Teeth, that is…lockerz.com/s/282062369 — Kassius Ohno (@KassiusOhno) February 8, 2013 CM Punk weighed in [...]

February 8, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 1

8-Man NXT Tournament Set – Winner Gets A Spot In Royal Rumble Match

WWE has announced that eight NXT Superstars will face off in a tournament, with the winner securing a spot in the WWE Royal Rumble match. The competitors are: Corey Graves Oliver Grey Luke Harper Xavier Woods Conor O’Brian Adrian Neville Bo Dallas Leo Kruger Click here to watch each Superstar discuss the tournament.   [...]

January 25, 2013 Brooks Oglesby NXT Wrestling 16

WWE Unveils List Of Top NXT Prospects

WWE posted a new article on dot com intended to introduce readers to the top NXT prospects. The article includes a list of the following workers: Kassius Ohno (formerly known as Chris Hero) Leo Kruger (on the road with Smackdown) Bo Dallas (on the road with Smackdown) Paige Richie Steamboat Adrian Neville (formerly known as [...]

January 20, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 12

Another WWE Developmental Release

WWE has released Brandon Carter, also known as TAC, from his developmental contract. Carter is a former offensive lineman in the National Football League. Thanks to Wrestling News World reader Fernando for sending this in. [...]

January 15, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 1

Alberto Del Rio At 1/31 NXT Tapings, Main Roster Stars That Worked, Injury Updates On Bateman & Riley, DX Appearance w/Damien Sandow

- World Heavyweight Champion Alberto Del Rio is the scheduled feature guest at the next set of WWE NXT tapings from the campus of Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida on January 31, 2013. - The following main roster stars worked Thursday’s WWE NXT tapings – WWE United States Champion Antonio Cesaro, Justin Gabriel, [...]

January 10, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 1

The Kliq At WWE NXT Today, Footage Of Dolph Ziggler Working His Brother

- As previously noted, Shawn Michaels will make an appearance at Thursday night’s WWE NXT tapings from the campus of Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. Kevin Nash wrote on Twitter he’ll be visiting: Going to the NXT taping to hang with HHH and HBK got my Christmas gift a little late but super [...]

January 10, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 0

WWE NXT & Main Roster Live Event Notes

- WWE NXT will run a live event Wednesday night in Kissimmee, Florida. AJ Lee, Big E Langston and Dolph Ziggler are advertised WWE main roster stars scheduled to appear. Langston is the current NXT Champion. - The official developmental territory will hold their next set of television tapings Thursday night from the campus of [...]

January 9, 2013 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

WWE Signs Alexander Jones To A Developmental Contract

WWE has signed Alexander Jones (@TheZanderJones) to a developmental contract. Jones was a student at Rikishi’s KnokX Pro Academy in Sun Valley, CA. Jones will report to NXT Wrestling in Tampa, Florida. [...]

December 26, 2012 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 0

Shawn Michaels Coming To NXT Wrestling

It was announced at Thursday’s WWE NXT tapings from the campus of Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida that Shawn Michaels will be a guest at the next set of tapings on Thursday, January 10, 2013. [...]

December 6, 2012 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 0

Major Title Change At Tonight’s NXT Wrestling Tapings (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. [...]

December 6, 2012 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 2

Kevin Matthews Posts Photo That Is Certain To Get The Attention Of WWE (Explicit)

Former WWE developmental worker Kevin Matthews is not backing off Bill DeMott. On Wednesday, Matthews posted a photo on Twitter of what appears to be a naked wrestler giving another worker a stink face in the corner of the ring while DeMott stands on the outside at the old Deep South Wrestling training center. Included [...]

December 5, 2012 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 25

WWE Live Event Notes, Byron Saxton Update

- WWE has announced the following live events: February 8, 2013 from the Black River Coliseum in Poplar Bluff, Missouri March 2, 2013 from the K-Rock Centre in Kingston, Ontario, Canada Tickets for the 2/8 show go on sale in an online presale on 12/12 and the 3/2 show goes on sale on 12/15. - [...]

December 2, 2012 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling, WWE News 0

Byron Saxton Removed, Former NXT Worker Hurles Accusations At Bill DeMott

- Byron Saxton has apparently been released from his WWE developmental contract as his profile has been removed from the official NXT website. Saxton is known by the WWE audience as he had runs on ECW and the original NXT as a commentator. In his most recent gig, he was a ring announcer on the [...]

December 2, 2012 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 9

Former WWE Developmental Worker Unloads On Bill DeMott

Former WWE developmental talent Kevin Matthews unloaded on NXT trainer Bill DeMott over the weekend on Twitter. Matthews claimed he was going to expose every “crooked” thing DeMott did and put it out there. DeMott responded with the following Tweet: Hey @2cockykm didn’t realize you are on Social Media. Glad to see things are going well [...]

December 2, 2012 Richard Gray NXT Wrestling 3