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- WWE has announced a live event from the Blue Cross Arena in Rochester, New York On May 13, 2012. Tickets go on sale on Saturday. - There is a presale to obtain tickets beginning tomorrow morning at 10 AM EDT to the May 8th Smackdown taping from the Roanoke Civic Center in Roanoke, Virginia. The [...]
The Rock spoke to Cleveland.com to promote last night’s Raw Supershow in the city. He talks about his Wrestlemania XXVIII program against John Cena and discusses how it is more personable than his Wrestlemania X8 program with Hulk Hogan a decade ago. Below is an excerpt: “Coming back into this world, I felt like I [...]
Last night’s WWE Raw Supershow did a 3.3 (rounded up from 3.27) cable rating off hours of 3.20 and 3.35 with average viewing audience of 4,820,000 viewers on the USA Network. Raw Ratings Archive [...]
Ted DiBiase underwent successful shoulder surgery today. DiBiase is currently out with an ankle injury but since he is out, he had surgery performed on a nagging problem with his shoulder. DiBiase posted the following on Twitter: It’s almost time! twitter.com/TedDiBiase/sta… — Ted DiBiase Jr. (@TedDiBiase) March 13, 2012 [...]
The following videos are courtesy of the official WWE YouTube channel: Exclusive backstage interviews from Raw – “Backstage Fallout” Raw – March 12, 2012 Check Out Alex Riley’s Prized Possessions – “Superstar Toyz” Episode 3 [...]
Interbridge.com is reporting that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson will be a guest on “Live with Kelly” on Tuesday, March 27, 2012. [...]
The WWE Divas are shooting an angle with Maria Menounos from “Extra” today in Los Angeles. Road Dogg, who works a producer backstage in WWE, Tweeted the following this morning: On a flight to LA with some of the Divas to do a shoot on the set of “Extra” w/ Maria Menunous! (sp) Wish me [...]
- The Miami Herald has a new article online featuring quotes from Booker T. In it, he provides good advice to younger talent. Below is an excerpt: “Of course, we’re friends, but this is a business, and you’ve got to go out there and treat it like a business. You’ve got to think about being [...]
- John Cena confirmed after Raw Supershow went off the air last night that Machine Gun Kelly will perform him theme song at Wrestlemania XXVIII. We first reported Cena would enter to “Invincible” by Machine Gun Kelly on February 3, 2012 here on WrestlingNewsWorld.com. - The Chicago Tribune has a new quote from WWE Champion [...]
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: The Rock Concert Shawn Michaels & The Undertaker Meet Face To Face Chris Jericho Gets Personal With CM [...]
CM Punk refused to respond to Chris Jericho‘s controversial comments about his father in a video on the official WWE website (click here to view it), but he took to Twitter later that night to respond: I don’t want any sympathy. Save it for Chris. S*** just got next level. I will hurt you. — [...]
WWE will tape the Smackdown portion of this week’s WWE Superstars, this week’s WWE NXT, and this week’s Smackdown tonight from the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. The return of Christian is scheduled, as is an edition of his in-ring segment, The Peep Show. Click here for local event information. We are still seeking live correspondents. If you are attending and [...]
RAW this week starts with music and pyro. In Ring Segment King is in the ring announcing tonight will be the first every Rock and Rap concert on RAW. There’s been some heated discussion between them, but tonight they will express in their own way. In Ring Segment Cena out in his Thuganomics look, the [...]
The following has already been announced for next week’s WWE Raw Supershow: * Triple H, The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels all in the same ring. * Mark Henry vs. John Cena Next week’s WWE Raw Supershow will take place from the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. [...]
Christian will return to Smackdown on this week’s episode, hosting his “Peep Show” featuring John Laurinaitis and Teddy Long. WWE will tape this week’s Smackdown tomorrow night from the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. If you are attending and would be interested in providing us with text-message updates, please send your name and mobile number [...]
- Brodus Clay returned to WWE television on tonight’s edition of Raw Supershow. Clay was unceremoniously pulled from television due to reported behavioral problems backstage. Clay went over Jinder Mahal in his return match. - WWE is finally acknowledging the 2012 WWE Hall of Fame induction of Mil Mascaras. You can view his official Hall [...]
- Santino Marella is the “captain” of Teddy Long’s team for the 12-Man Tag Team match announced today for Wrestlemania XXVIII. David Otunga is the “captain” of John Laurinaitis’ team and is joined by Mark Henry. While not officially announced, Kofi Kingston and R-Truth are expected to join Santino on Team Long - WWE has [...]
Last week’s Smackdown did a 2.15 cable rating with an average viewing audience of 3,103,000 viewers on SyFy. Smackdown Ratings Archive [...]
Ted DiBiase is having a photo captain contest on his official Facebook page. Ted is featured with his father, “Million Dollar” Man Ted DiBiase, who has lost nearly 40 pounds. Ted is shown with his leg in a cast as he is currently dealing with an ankle injury he suffered last week. You can view [...]
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. [...]
Wrestling News World reader Dale Dobson reporting: There was a “Who wore it best” article put up on WWE.com Friday afternoon concerning Kobe Bryant and WWE Intercontinental Champion Cody Rhodes. The article went on to compare the two and they’re similar protective face masks. It has been pulled from the WWE website recently since the [...]
This week’s episode of WWE Vintage Collection is embedded in the video below: Thanks to Wrestling News World reader Craig for sending us the video link. [...]
- Seth Rollins beat Michael McGillicutty in a dark match prior to tonight’s WWE Raw Supershow taping from the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. Rollins, formerly known as Tyler Black in Ring of Honor, was on the road with the Smackdown crew this weekend. - I’m told tonight’s Raw Supershow is a legit sellout [...]
- Chris Jericho is scheduled to appear on “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” on March 21, 2012. Expect him to be promoting Wrestlemania XXVIII as the show airs at 12:35 AM EDT on NBC. - Tonight’s edition of WWE Raw Supershow will feature live appearances from The Rock, Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker. The Rock [...]
Dolph Ziggler and Vickie Guerrero appeared on Fox 8 News in Cleveland today to promote tonight’s WWE Raw Supershow in the city. You can view the appearance embedded in the video below: [...]
Former TNA star Chase Stevens is backstage at tonight’s WWE Raw Supershow in Cleveland, Ohio. Stevens is best known for his work with Andy Douglas as the tag team The Naturals. He has had WWE tryouts in the past. [...]
- Mark Henry is being advertised in a match against John Cena for the May 5, 2012 WWE Raw live event from the Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tennessee. CM Punk vs. Chris Jericho vs. Alberto Del Rio is also advertised. Don’t read too much into this, however, the currently creative mindset is worth noting. - Wrestling [...]
WWE NXT Rookie Jacob Novak has resurfaced talking about how much WWE developmental workers are paid. Below is an excerpt from an interview he did with HawkeyeNews.net: “Wrestlers get paid way less than people think,” he explained. “I started out making only 500 dollars a week for the FCW. It’s just kind of weird to [...]
GameBandits.com is reporting that THQ will not release the prospective WWE Brawl video game title this year. The company reportedly confirmed in a Tweet to one of their followers that they are “focused strictly” on WWE ’13. Embedded in the video below is a preview of the game: [...]
WWE announced via a “legal letter” from the “Board of Directors” that there will be a six-on-six 12-Man Tag Team match at Wrestlemania XXVIII to determine whether the control of the brands will go to Teddy Long or John Laurinaitis. Teams will be announced on television leading up to Wrestlemania. Richard Reacts: This is exactly [...]
- Kevin Nash asked us to post the following: Kevin Nash ‘Mania Update, Personalized Video Autographs On Sale If you’re heading to Miami for WrestleMania 28, Kevin Nash and Sean Waltman will be hosting their second annual pre-party that Friday night. The party will be at Oceans Ten and starts at 8pm. Come party with [...]
- SLAM! Wrestling has a new article online covering yesterday’s WWE Raw live event from the First Niagara Center in Buffalo, New York. Click here to read it. - Fighters.com has a new article online where Trish Stratus speaks out on sex appeal in women’s MMA. You can read it at this link. - The [...]
Episode 7 of “WWE Download” with Dolph Ziggler is embedded in the video below: [...]
- WWE aired video promos from World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan and Randy Orton at yesterday’s Smackdown live event in Kalamazoo, Michigan, promoting their main event match for the evening that also included Big Show. - The Bella Twins and Alicia Fox were filmed at The Grove in Los Angeles last Thursday for a segment on [...]
Below are quick results from yesterday’s WWE Smackdown live event in Kalamazoo, Michigan: * The Great Khali b. Jinder Mahal * WWE Divas Champion Beth Phoenix & Natalya b. Alicia Fox & Tamina Snuka * Camacho & Hunico b. The Uso’s * Sheamus b. Mark Henry in a street fight * Justin Gabriel b. Drew [...]
Below are quick results from yesterday’s WWE Raw live event from the First Niagara Center in Buffalo, New York: * WWE United States Champion Santino Marella b. Jack Swagger to retain * Ryback b. JTG * The Bella Twins b. Eve & Kelly Kelly * R-Truth b. The Miz * Chris Jericho b. Kofi Kingston [...]
The official WWE website has been redesigned. The homepage has an increased focus on social networking, including a Twitter feed of WWE talent at the bottom. In addition, each Superstar’s roster page has been redesigned, a new comments section has been added, and more. The new Classics section also includes classic clips and matches from [...]
The official WWE website announced today that WrestleMania XXVIII will be available for purchase as a stream on iPhone and iPad. Reservations for purchasing the show are now being accepted on the website. Click here for more information. Thanks to WNW reader Logan Walker for sending in this story. [...]
Jim Ross has a new blog entry available on his official website. Below are some highlights: -What will it take to get Warrior in the WWE HOF? I don’t know but I know that attempting to barter additional video projects such as a DVD, etc likely won’t get it done. I’m not in that loop, luckily, but basic, logical [...]
It looks like there are preliminary plans to resurrect the WWE No Way Out pay-per-view. The newly-designed WWE website lists No Way Out under “shows” after Money in the Bank but before SummerSlam. This would make it WWE’s July pay-per-view that was listed as “to be determined.” At this point nothing is confirmed but you [...]
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