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- The following press release was issued today: DEADLIEST CATCH PARTNERS WITH WWE® FOR A BRAND NEW SEASON Silver Spring, Md., April 6, 2012 – Discovery Channel is partnering with WWE (NYSE:WWE) on a powerhouse promotion for Deadliest Catch, celebrating its 100th episode with the show’s Tuesday, April 10, 2012 premiere. Anchored by a first-ever [...]
- Arda Ocal sent in the following: In an #AftermathRadio retro interview video interview clip, Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) and Jimmy Korderas (@JimmyKorderas) speak with Billy Gunn (@RealBillyGunn) about how far he would have taken the “Billy and Chuck” gimmick to get it over. The short answer – “as far as I needed to”. Very interesting [...]
- WWE posted the following tribute video in memory of Hall of Famer Chief Jay Strongbow: WWE honors the life of WWE Hall of Famer Chief Jay Strongbow [...]
Eric Bischoff commented on Brock Lesnar returning to WWE earlier today on Twitter. You can view his comments below: Somewhat surprised by Brocks decision to come back to WWE. Some guys do it for $, some for the love of performing. Either way, good for biz! — Eric Bischoff (@EBischoff) April 5, 2012 [...]
Today’s episode of WWE Superstars is embedded in the video below: [...]
In something I’ve been watching very closely, ESPN’s Gus Ramsey followed-up his claim that Wrestlemania XXVIII did 1.9 million buys with the following Tweet: Re: WM28 buy rate. 1- I work at espn, not a reporter. Not the same thing. 2- I heard the number but have no confirmation. — Gus Ramsey (@GusRamsey) April 4, [...]
The Twitter rant posted by Epico about being left off Wrestlemania XXVIII and his lack of television time was a work. WWE has instructed workers to Tweet more in-character as part of their continued commitment to social media. [...]
- Not only was WWE very pleased with Mike Tyson’s involvement in Wrestlemania 28 weekend but Tyson hopes to work with the company again the future. Tyson reportedly had a great time and would welcome an opportunity to do something again on WWE TV. - Billy Gunn was backstage at Tuesday’s Smackdown taping from Amway [...]
Kaitlyn was busted open at this week’s WWE NXT taping in her match against Natalya. She posted a photo of the cut below her chin on Twitter that you can view below: I had a little accident before the match … As we all know.. Graceful is not my middle name. twitter.com/KaitlynWWE/sta… — Celeste Bonin [...]
The Miz hosted MTV’s The Challenge: Battle of the Exes – Reunion episode last night, and the official MTV website has posted the full episode online, which is embedded below: Get More: The Challenge (Season 22), Full Episodes [...]
Jim Ross has a new blog entry available on his official website. Below are some highlights: [WrestleMania XXVIII] was an amazing experience and one that I will cherish forever. Broadcasting with Michael Cole and The King was great. I thought both guys really had a stellar night. I sincerely appreciated Michael Cole’s handshake welcoming me [...]
- SyFy has announced that John Cena will guest star in an upcoming episode of the new series “Dream Machines.” Below is the official press release: SyFy Kicks Into High Gear When ‘Dream Machines’ Premieres Tuesday, April 10 With Guest Star 50 Cent NEW YORK – April 4, 2012 – Syfy will drive viewers to [...]
- Alicia Fox stars in the latest edition of “Outside The Ring”, courtesy of WWE’s official YouTube channel. The video is embedded below: [...]
- WWE is officially advertising Brock Lesnar for the following dates this month: Next week’s Raw Supershow in Washington, DC April 23rd Raw Supershow in Detroit, Michigan April 29th Extreme Rules in Rosemont, Illinois [...]
WWE has a new video over on dot com where superstars react to the “end of an era” bout between The Undertaker and Triple H. Featured in the video discussing the Hell in a Cell match with Shawn Michaels as guest referee are The Miz, John Cena, Cody Rhodes, Big Show, Randy Orton, Daniel Bryan, [...]
- Kevin Nash has a small role in the movie “Rock of Ages” as a bodyguard for Stacee Jaxx who is played by Tom Cruise. You can view Nash in the trailer in between the 0:42-0:52 mark embedded in the video below: The film is out in theaters on June 15. Thanks to WNW reader [...]
TMZ is reporting that WWE is offering former superstar Maven Huffman rehab assistance as part of their Former Talent Rehab program. As noted earlier this week here on WrestlingNewsWorld.com, Maven was arrested in Florida on Monday on charges of “doctor shopping” to obtain painkillers. He has not worked for WWE in seven years, however, the [...]
The official WWE website has the following quotes from Titus O’Neil, in which he explains that he wore a hoodie on NXT this week to voice his opinion on the ongoing Trayvon Martin case: “The hoodie symbolizes my support of justice being served in the Trayvon Martin case. As a father of two – whether [...]
-Wrestling News World reader Fernando sent word that Brock Lesnar has been added to the official WWE roster. Click here to view his page. -After mentioning it to the Raw crowd last Monday, Daniel Bryan officially announced that a new “YES” shirt is on the way, via his official Twitter account: The people have spoken, [...]
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Martha Hart against Vince and Linda McMahon where she alleged WWE used the image of Owen Hart without her permission and despite her objections. Judge Stefan Underhill ruled last week that WWE retained a right to Owen Hart’s wrestling career but denied the company’s motion to [...]
Embedded in the video below is this week’s WWE NXT in its entirety, courtesy of the official WWE YouTube channel: [...]
Drew McIntyre revealed today on Twitter his shoulder is hurt. Below is from his official account: Yes the shoulder was hurt, was I stopping? HELL NO!! I am a WRESTLER and it was Wrestlemania. You’d have to kill me then I’d still get up — Drew McIntyre (@TheDrewMcIntyre) April 4, 2012 McIntyre did not compete [...]
WWE has announced they will return to the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas on Tuesday, August 7, 2012 for a Smackdown taping. [...]
- Gus Ramsey from ESPN posted the following on Twitter: accidentally deleted my earlier tweet. Rock and Brock each sign 1 year deals. WM28 did 1.9M buys. WWE was targeting 1.5M — Gus Ramsey (@GusRamsey) April 3, 2012 If this is true it’s an incredible number for WWE. [...]
- Episode 10 of WWE Inbox is embedded in the video below, courtesy of the official WWE YouTube channel: [...]
UFC President Dana White was asked about Brock Lesnar’s return to WWE by one of his Twitter followers. White said the crowd “went nuts” and he was “happy for him.” As noted earlier today here on WrestlingNewsWorld.com, Jason “Mayhem” Miller put over Lesnar’s return as well. [...]
TMZ is reporting that former WWE star and original Tough Enough winner Maven Huffman was arrested in Florida on Monday under the accusation he was “doctor shopping” to obtain painkillers. Huffman reportedly went to three doctors in two weeks, scoring multiple prescriptions for Oxycodone and Hydrocodone. He spread out the pharmacies in which he had [...]
World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus was on FOX Orlando to show off his title win at Wrestlemania XXVIII. You can watch video of the appearance embedded in the video below: [...]
UFC’s Jason “Mayhem” Miller posted the following on Twitter regarding Brock Lesnar returning to WWE: I think Lesnar going back to @WWE is bad ass. Good for him. Bad for us @UFC fans, but I doubt we’ve seen the last of him. — Jason Mayhem Miller (@mayhemmiller) April 3, 2012 Speaking of Lesnar, he is [...]
- Matt Hardy was back in court on Monday to address some of his myriad of charges. His case was continued to May 14, 2012 in the Superior Court of Moore County, North Carolina. - Kamala Jr. posted on Facebook that his father will have to have his right foot amputated. The surgery is scheduled [...]
Bret Hart weighed in on Daniel Bryan’s 18-second loss at Wrestlemania XXVIII on his Twitter account. You can view his thoughts below: Very glad the fans were vocal in their displeasure of one of the best wrestlers on the roster being jobbed out in 18 seconds. — Bret Hart (@BretHart) April 4, 2012 [...]
- The following matches are being advertised for WWE Over the Limit on the PNC Arena’s official website (the venue in which the PPV is scheduled for in May): * CM Punk vs. Chris Jericho for the WWE Championship * Sheamus vs. Daniel Bryan for the World Heavyweight Championship WWE Over the Limit 2012 will [...]
- Former WWE Women’s Champion Madusa wrote the following clarification on Twitter regarding her royalty check from WWE: Just to clear up the the royalty posting From WWE to me…. 1)i am not a liar it did come to me… Lol 2). It is the correct amount and… — Madusa (@Madusa_rocks) April 4, 2012 Did [...]
- Wrestling News World reader Brandon van Reenen sent in the following: GameGuru, as well as various other video game websites, are reporting that THQ has announced WWE ’12 WrestleMania Edition for release in Europe this May. This new version will include all DLC releases on-disc. As of this writing, no US or African date [...]
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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. [...]
- Epico wrote the following on Twitter: Can you believe this @LaRosaMendes ? Every single WWE title was on The Wrestlemania PPV. But the WWE tag champs get the Pre-show — Epico (@WWEEpico) April 3, 2012 I thought this was WRESTLEmania…. Not CONCERTmania… Who did Flo-rida and that MGK beat??? I guess they beat the [...]
Last night’s post-Wrestlemania XXVIII edition of WWE Raw Supershow did a 3.43 cable rating off hours of 3.39 and 3.44 with an average viewing audience of 5,070,000 viewers on the USA Network. The WWE Hall of Fame TV special the preceded Raw did a 1.86 cable rating with an average viewing audience of 2,660,000 viewers. [...]
Local advertisements for WWE Extreme Rules are promoting WWE Champion CM Punk vs. John Cena and Kane vs. Randy Orton in a steel cage match. As always, this is subject to change but WWE Extreme Rules 2012 is set for Sunday, April 29, 2012 from the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. [...]
A video has emerged of Mick Foley and WWE developmental star Dean Ambrose facing off at a hotel in Miami over Wrestlemania 28 weekend. You can watch the video embedded in the video below: Ambrose worked a dark match prior to last night’s WWE Raw Supershow taping from the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida, [...]
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