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  • Brian Knobs Talks About Nasty Boys Leaving TNA, Flair-Jordan

    Brian Knobs appeared on the Monday Night Mayhem radio show this week and spoke at length about the Nasty Boys’ recent run in TNA, the recent altercation between Ric Flair and Orlando Jordan’s  male companion, whether the Nasty Boys have spoken to WWE and more. You can listen to the entire interview at MondayNightMayhem.com (MP3).

    Interview highlights courtesy of The Mayhem’s official correspondent, Paterson From New Jersey:

    The truth behind The Nasty Boys reportedly being released from TNA Wrestling: “Right now, no one has contacted me or Saggs. No one from TNA. I have talked to Hogan, and he has not verified whether we are not. Supposedly, we are still with TNA. Nobody hasn’t told us anything yet. There’s a lot of stuff going on there as you see. They went to Monday nights, they’re trying to get ratings up, they’re throwing a lot of stuff together right now, and right now we are in ‘the limbo factor.’ Nobody has told us that we are there or not there yet. I’m not gonna speculate like everyone else is on the Internet, and I’m not gonna throw wild stories out there like ‘Brian Knobbs acted crazy to one of the executives at Spike, took his pants down, & ran naked across the pool at The Hard Rock.’ C’mon, we know better than that.”

    The truth behind the alleged incident at The Hard Rock Cafe: “Let me put this into perspective. Something did happen two or three weeks ago, but I was there with Orlando Jordan’s significant other & Ric Flair. Now you don’t think that if I went crazy & we haven’t been there in over a month, even if it was in February or January, somebody would have said or put on the internet because they are a bunch of fans in front of everyone? There are no private parties like they put on the internet. There was nothing like that. Every time we were through with a match, we went out for a couple of beers, and we were professional as hell. We were at the Hard Rock Cafe, and we were with everybody. So you don’t think if we were acting like people are saying, it would have been on the internet the next day. Not when you hear The Nasty Boys are not there now, and this might have happened; that’s all speculation, and it’s a bunch of BS.”

    Knobbs’ relationship with Hogan, Eric Bischoff, & Dixie Carter when The Nasty Boys came into TNA & if it changed throughout their run with the company: “Let’s face it. Me & Hulk are good buds, and we are always going to be good buds, but Hulk brought us in. Hulk asked me & Saggs, we did not ask to come to TNA. Hulk asked us to come help him out, and that’s what we were doing. We were coming to help him out. We never went against Team 3-D, and it was like a legendary match-up made in heaven, since they’re crazy, and we’re crazy. So we loved it, and said, ‘Sure we’ll come help.’ Now Dixie Carter has always been nice to us, always a real sweetheart. She’s out there doing a lot of things, and she always talked to us real nice. Eric Bischoff on the other hand…you never know. It’s 50-50 with him. He’s now running a lot of stuff again, so who knows…Between Hulk & Dixie Carter, there is no ill will, and I wouldn’t think there would be no ill will between us & Eric, but you never know.”

    Was there any heat from the TNA locker room towards either Knobbs or Saggs: “Truthfully if there was, they never really showed it to me & Saggs. Everybody was great to us, and everybody showed us a lot of respect, and we do have a lot of friends down there too. Sting’s a very good friend from many years, and Kurt Angle’s a good friend. We had wars with Cactus Jack (Mick Foley) in WCW, so we have a lot of buddies down there also, so when came in, we fit right in. We never got into with anybody. We joked around…had fun. There was no ribs pulled or nothing like that. The old Nasty Boys didn’t come out…that’s for sure. As mind-bogging as it is to you guys, it’s pretty mind-boggling to us.”

    Whether The Nasty Boys were contacted by the WWE prior to going to TNA or have been since their reported release: “We got contacted back in January. They called me and left a message to call them back, and they wanted to see what our status was in TNA. It was short & sweet, and they left a number, but I never did call it. I told Hogan they called us, and he said we should check it out, but I said right now, we’re down here, and our loyalty is our loyalty.”

    More is contained in this exclusive interview with one half of The Nasty Boys, including Brian’s candid comments about The Honky Tonk Man being one of the first outlets to break the news about The Nasty Boys reported release from TNA, debuting for the company as the “Hogan/Bischoff Era” was just beginning (and how things changed after their splash into the promotion), along with his thoughts about The Nasty Boys’ chances at the WWE Hall Of Fame/the possibilities of getting inducted. For all of the details on the Nastyville School of Pro Wrestling, Log onto www.NastyKnobbs.com

  • Bret Hart On RAW Next Week, Eve Comments On Divas Title Win

    – Bret Hart will be appearing on next week’s live RAW broadcast to participate more in the angle with The Miz, Big Show and The Hart Dynasty. According to Miz, Bret is supposed to be announcing that ShowMiz is the greatest WWE tag team of all time.

    – Former WWE Diva Maria’s album “Sevin Sins” is officially released today.

    – As we saw on RAW, Eve Torres defeated Maryse to capture the WWE Divas championship. She wrote the following on Twitter last night regarding her first title win:

    “I am still on a high! Thank you for believing in me! That is how I got my win tonight. I aim to bring pride and honor to the WWE Diva’s Championship. So much to say… I’ll be writing a blog for WWE Universe tonight.”

  • Updated Card For WWE Extreme Rules On 4/25

    Here’s the updated card for WWE’s Extreme Rules pay-per-view, coming out of tonight’s RAW:

    Last Man Standing Match for the WWE Title
    John Cena (c) vs. Batista

    Extreme Rules Match for the World Heavyweight Title
    Jack Swagger (c) vs. Randy Orton

    Street Fight
    Sheamus vs. Triple H

    CM Punk’s Hair on the Line
    CM Punk Rey Mysterio

  • WWE SmackDown Moving To SyFy Channel In October

    Source: Los Angeles Times

    After over a decade on network television, WWE’s Friday night SmackDown franchise is moving to cable this October.

    Later this week, it will be announced that SmackDown will be joining NXT on the SyFy Channel, an affiliate of WWE’s longtime cable partner, USA Network (both under the NBC Universal umbrella.)

    SyFy will be paying close to $30 million a year for the SmackDown franchise, up 50% from the $20 million WWE has been getting from MyNetwork TV.

    Smackdown will continue to air on Friday nights when it moves to Syfy. As of late, the show has been averaging 3.5 million viewers a week and does well with the important 18-34 demographic.

  • Matt Hardy Injured (Picture), Ezekiel Jackson Out 3-6 Months

    – SmackDown star Ezekiel Jackson posted a note on Twitter updating fans on the leg injury he suffered during amatch with Kane over the weekend. “Out 3 to 6 months,” Jackson wrote.

    – Matt Hardy was also injured on the overseas tour. He posted the following picture on Twtitter with the caption, “Ouch! Keep your fingers crossed for me.. Hopefully not torn..”

    Ouch! Keep your fingers crossed for me.. Hopefully not torn.. on Twitpic

  • WWE RAW Results: April 12, 2010 From London

    WWE is taping tonight’s RAW this afternoon from London, England.

    Dark Match:

    – William Regal beat Dos Caras Jr. Caras cut a promo before the match in Spanish, the crowd was heavily supporting Regal.

    RAW, Airing Tonight:

    – David Hasselhoff cuts a promo saying there will be a Baywatch inspired match later on. He also announces Orton as the new Number One Contender to Swagger’s title at Extreme Rules.

    – Eve Torres then beat Maryse to win the Divas Championship.

    – Show-Miz come out followed by Bret Hart and they debate who is the best Tag Team in the WWE. Hart Dynasty come out and it’s announced that Smith will take on The Miz there and then. If Harts won they’d get a title shot but Miz won meaning Bret has to announce them as the greatest tage team ever next week.

    – Really good HBK Montage is shown to a huge response, lots of loud HBK chants!

    – Later in the show John Cena will face The A-List David Otunga.

    – Evan Bourne beat Carlito.

    – John Cena defeated  David Otunga via submission while Batista sat and watched the action. Batista had a stare-doiwn with Cena after the match.

    – Triple H Vs Sheamus in a Street Fight is announced for the upcoming Extreme Rules PPV.

    – Kofi Kingston Beat Sheamus via DQ and then got seriously beat down by the Celtic Warrior.

    – Baywatch Babes Match – Kelly Kelly & Gail Kim Vs Rosa Mendez & Jillian Vs The Bellas with Santino as special guest referee (Hoff is in a lifeguards seat!) is won by the Bella’s. Hornswoggle is also out there doing a skit & ‘revives’ Santino after the match but gets a ‘Frogpole splash’ on him.

    – Orton vs Batista ended in a DQ when Swagger interfered. Cena came down and made Batista tap out and wouldn’t let go. Bret came out and announced a Cena/Batista re-match (this is possibly a post-show dark match!) which Cena then went on to win. The show ended with a little kid from the audience on the ramp with Cena!

  • Triple H & Ezekiel Jackson Injured, Undertaker’s Schedule

    – Triple H is currently suffering from a neck injury and is only booked for WWE television and pay-per-view events for the next few months.

    – Ted DiBiase was busted open at last night’s RAW live event in Ireland during a match with Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes. DiBiase ended up receiving several staples in his head to close the wound.

    – The latest on Ezekiel Jackson’s injury from over the weekend is that it might be a torn quad, which would keep him out of action for a while. Jim Ross acknowledged the injury in his latest blog, writing, “Ugh.”

    – The Undertaker is currently working a reduced, part-time schedule. While he was booked at last Tuesday’s SmackDown tapings and was the focal point of promoting the tapings, he did not appear.

    (Partial credit toF4Wonline.com)

  • TNA iMPACT! Tapings Results: April 12, 2010

    Thanks to reader Tim Capture for sending in these live notes from Tuesday’s iMPACT! tapings:

    TNA Impact (Airing Monday, April 12, 2010 on Spike TV):

    * Out to start the show, TNA founder Jeff Jarrett. Almost 8 years ago he founded TNA. It stands for total nonstop action. So Sting, he’s not going to talk about kicking your a–, I’m going to act and kick your a–. Jarrett leaves the ring and goes up to the rafters. So far no Sting. Sting sneaks up and attacks but Jarrett takes over and is beating him all the way down the stairs and to the entrance ramp and into the ring. Jarrett asks him “Why?” the lights go out and when they come back, Sting has a bat and beats Jarrett down. Jeff Hardy, Abyss and RVD run out for the save and Sting bails.

    * Jeff Hardy vs Robert Roode later tonight

    * Team 3D & Jesse Neal are out with weapons. Bubba says he talked to Hogan and this is a 3 on 3, New York Street Fight match

    * Team 3D & Jesse Neal vs. Syxx Pac, Scott Hall & Kevin Nash in a New York Street Fight. Winner via X Factor off the top rope through a table from Syxx Pac to Brother Ray, the Band. Bubba the Love Sponge came out to distract Ray and help

    * Eric Young ran in for the save afterwards and challenges Nash to a steel cage match at Lockdown. He says he’s going to get righteous.

    * Doug Williams comes out to join the commentary Doug Williams mocks them for shaking hands after the match. Kaz and Moore run after him and Williams disappears down the runway.

    * Shannon Moore vs. Kazarian Time limit draw, this match is a draw. Kaz and Moore run after him and Williams disappears down the runway.

    * Angelina Love vs. Velvet Sky, non title Leather & Lace match. Velvet says she came to her senses and this isn’t a leather and lace match because none of us perverts to see her goodies. Instead, Angelina will be handcuffed while Velvet kicks her ass. Velvet hit Angelina with the Knockouts match and then announces this is also an I Quit match Lacey and Madison run down to join in the beatdown. Tara runs out for the save. After unlocking Angelina’s hands, Angelina goes to shake hands with Tara but she just walks off in disgust

    * The Motor City Machine Guns vs. Matt Morgan & Amazing Red for the TNA Tag Team Championship. Winner via Code Red on Chris Sabin, Matt Morgan and Amazing Red. Morgan beat up Red afterwards for stealing his spotlight.

    * Robert Roode vs. Jeff Hardy. Winner via Swanton Bomb, Jeff Hardy. James Storm attacks Hardy afterwards and then spits a fireball in Hardy’s face. It took him 3 times to do it. RVD then runs out but gets taken out by Beer Money too. The DJ aptly pick Johnny Cash’s Ring of Fire to play immediately afterwards.

    * Dog the Bounty Hunter is here.

    * “The Pope” D’Angelo Dinero & “Black Machismo” Jay Lethal vs. AJ Styles w/Ric Flair & Desmond Wolfe. Lethal’s music played but he never came out. AJ said Lethal has a drinking problem courtesy of Beer Money so this is a handicap match. Before Wolfe made it to the ring, Hulk Hogan laid him out with a chair shot. This has turned into AJ Styles vs. The Pope. Winner via DQ, The Pope. Flair got out of the chair and nailed Pope with the heavyweight belt. Beer Money run out for the beat down. Hogan comes out to the top of the ramp and stares for a while. Hogan’s music hits while Team Flair minus Wolfe pose in the ring. Hogan slowly makes his way down but security gets in between him and Flair.

  • Kurt Angle Engaged, Video Preview Of TNA’s New Show

    – Following the news that Jeff Jarrett and Karen Angle are engaged, we can confirm that Kurt Angle also became engaged to his girlfriend, a model from Pittsburgh.

    – Kurt Angle also announced on his Twitter page that he and TNA have raised $9,000 towards families of the recent mine tragedy in West Virginia.

    – The X Division Title match at TNA’s Lockdown pay-per-view will now be a Triple Threat with Doug Williams defending against Shannon Moore and Kaz.

    – Eric Bischoff noted on Twitter that tonight’s TNA Reaction premiere on Spike TV at 7pm will be a pilot episode. The company is hoping that it turns into a weekly series.

    – Here’s a video preview of the first 5 minutes of TNA Reaction, airing tonight before iMPACT!:

  • Jim Ross Blog: WWE RAW vs. TNA iMPACT!, HBK’s Career

    WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog at JRsBarBQ.com with his thoughts about:

    Shawn Michaels’ Career: “Did I think that in 1996 that HBK would eventually wind up his career as arguably the greatest in ring performer of his generation? Honestly, no. Shawn’s life style was rather controversial at that time and did not lend itself to having a long, illustrious career. Thank goodness that Shawn made dynamic and distinctive changes in his life which then propelled him to the rarefied air of greatness in the pro wrestling biz. More importantly than re-establishing himself as one of wrestling’s greats of all time, Shawn Michaels became a much better man which is more important that being anyone’s show stopper.”

    WWE RAW vs. TNA iMPACT!: “Will TNA ever become a TV ratings threat to WWE? What is the definition of a ratings threat? Does it mean, will TNA ever beat Raw on Monday nights? If that’s the question, then my guess is ‘No’ but I don’t think that’s TNA’s goal. The USA Network provides Raw with a great advantage on cable TV in exposure and over all network ratings considering that USA is generally the No. 1 rated cable network.”

    “Small example but many hotels that I have stayed at over the years almost always have USA Network whereas few generally feature Spike. Point is that USA is a much stronger network than is Spike, no offense intended to Spike. My suggestion is that both WWE and TNA need to focus on what they do and build their own new stars that are involved in intriguing and compelling personal issues and let the chips fall where they may. TV wrestling is ‘star driven’ and ‘storyline fueled’ in which long term planning is a key component in order to facilitate, fun and easy to watch, episodic TV. It’s also WAY over thought in many circles.”

    As always, visit JRsBarBQ.com for Jim Ross’ great line of BBQ products.

  • Bret The Enforcer, Cody Rhodes Returns, Shad Gaspard

    – Bret Hart worked as the special enforcer of a  triple threat match between Jack Swagger, Edge, Chris Jericho on Saturday night on WWE’s European tour. Like the night before, Swagger ended up in the Sharpshooter and Bret posed with Edge to end the show.

    – Time to Shine by Saliva is the official theme song for WWE’s Extreme Rules pay-per-view.

    – Cody Rhodes has been wearing amateur wrestling head gear during the WWE European tour, to go along with the punt kick he received from Randy Orton at WrestleMania.

    – Shad Gaspard has new theme music now that Cryme Tyme has broken up.

  • Triple H Injured, The Dudebusters Hit SmackDown & More

    – As we’ve been covering this week, Triple H has not been wrestling on WWE’s European tour despite being advertised. The Game missed another show last night in Glasgow, UK. Dave Meltzer notes that Triple H is suffering from a neck injury which is likely why he isn’t on the current tour.

    – The episode of NBC’s Chuck featuring Steve Austin will air again this coming Monday night.

    – Trent Baretta and Caylen Croft are now using the name “The Dudebusters” on SmackDown. This is the same name they used with Curt Hawkins in Florida Championship Wrestling.

  • Triple H Injured, The Dudebusters Hit SmackDown & More

    – As we’ve been covering this week, Triple H has not been wrestling on WWE’s European tour despite being advertised. The Game missed another show last night in Glasgow, UK. Dave Meltzer notes that Triple H is suffering from a neck injury which is likely why he isn’t on the current tour.

    – The episode of NBC’s Chuck featuring Steve Austin will air again this coming Monday night.

    – Trent Baretta and Caylen Croft are now using the name “The Dudebusters” on SmackDown. This is the same name they used with Curt Hawkins in Florida Championship Wrestling.

  • Orlando Jordan Talks About His Bi-Sexual TNA Character

    Outsports.com, a website that profiles openly gay pro athletes, has posted an interview with controversial TNA star Orlando Jordan. Jordan spoke about being the first openly bi-sexual pro wrestler and said his new TNA character is based on his own lifestyle.

    “There’s a very small percent of people who empower society on a global basis,” Jordan said. “Maybe one percent. If everyone was a pioneer, it’d make things a lot easier. But that’s not the case. And there’s a price that comes with being a pioneer, but I would not expect anything less because that’s who I am.”

    When asked what he is looking to accomplish in TNA, Jordan gave an answer that you wouldn’t expect from your typical wrestler.

    “I really hope this character helps troubled teens, be it [those struggling] because of their race or their sexuality. If this character makes life even just a little bit easier for someone else, then I’ll be really happy.”

  • Kurt Angle Taking A Month Off, Curry Man Returns & More

    – TNA star Kurt Angle will be taking some time off following his cage match with Ken Anderson at the upcoming Lockdown pay-per-view on April 18. Angle wrote on Twitter:

    “I will be taking some time off for a month to heal up, pursue more movies and promote Anglefoods at foodiesfoodclub.com. I am NOT injured. At Lockdown I plan on kicking Anderson’s *ss, then I’m gonna relax for a few weeks. Be back soon.”

    – Former TNA star Christopher Daniels is also now accepting independent bookings as Curry Man . Daniels be wrestling as Curry Man at the upcoming Chikara King of Trios tournament in Philadelphia.

    – Thursday’s TNA iMPACT replay on Spike TV drew a 0.56 rating and averaged 758,000 viewers.

  • Kurt Angle Taking A Month Off, Curry Man Returns & More

    – TNA star Kurt Angle will be taking some time off following his cage match with Ken Anderson at the upcoming Lockdown pay-per-view on April 18. Angle wrote on Twitter:

    “I will be taking some time off for a month to heal up, pursue more movies and promote Anglefoods at foodiesfoodclub.com. I am NOT injured. At Lockdown I plan on kicking Anderson’s *ss, then I’m gonna relax for a few weeks. Be back soon.”

    – Former TNA star Christopher Daniels is also now accepting independent bookings as Curry Man . Daniels be wrestling as Curry Man at the upcoming Chikara King of Trios tournament in Philadelphia.

    – Thursday’s TNA iMPACT replay on Spike TV drew a 0.56 rating and averaged 758,000 viewers.

  • Orlando Jordan Signs New Multi-Year Deal With TNA

    Controversial TNA star Orlando Jordan posted a message on Twitter announcing that he’s sign a new multi-year deal with the company.  Jordan said, “I’m just getting started people.”

    After Jordan’s weird appearance on Monday’s iMPACT!, he was interviewed this week on TNA’s online video show Hermie’s Hotseat and spoke to host Hermie Sadler about his championship ambitions. Get ready for an Orlando Jordan – Rob Terry feud for the Global championship.

  • Video From The Set Of The Rock’s New Movie “Faster”

    Entertainment Tonight caught up with WWE legend Dwyane “The Rock” Johnson this week on the set of his new action movie, “Faster.”‘

    The Great One talks about [finally] returning to action movies after making family-friendly Disney movies for a few years.

    According to him, the movie features a “cool gun, cool car, and a lot of kicking ass.”

    Quick synopsis: “An ex-con is out to avenge his brother’s death after they were double-crossed during a heist years ago.”

    “Faster” co-stars Billy Bob Thornton, Carla Gugino, Moon Bloodgood, Oliver Jackson-Cohen and Maggie Grace.

    Current US release date is set for November 19, 2010.

  • Video From The Set Of The Rock's New Movie "Faster"

    Entertainment Tonight caught up with WWE legend Dwyane “The Rock” Johnson this week on the set of his new action movie, “Faster.”‘

    The Great One talks about [finally] returning to action movies after making family-friendly Disney movies for a few years.

    According to him, the movie features a “cool gun, cool car, and a lot of kicking ass.”

    Quick synopsis: “An ex-con is out to avenge his brother’s death after they were double-crossed during a heist years ago.”

    “Faster” co-stars Billy Bob Thornton, Carla Gugino, Moon Bloodgood, Oliver Jackson-Cohen and Maggie Grace.

    Current US release date is set for November 19, 2010.

  • Maria “Shocked” By WWE Release, Says Divas Are Held Back

    Former WWE Maria Kanellis appeared on the “One Sided Ring” podcat this week and said she says WWE holds back their Divas by not giving the division enough exposure or the women a chance to let their personalities across. Here are some highlights of what she said about:

    Her Release: “The release came as a shock, but basically it comes down to that I wanted more rights and they weren’t willing to give them to me. It wasn’t a money thing or anything like that. I think we left on good terms. It was a great experience while I was there, I love all the Divas.”

    Being Held Back: “I wasn’t allowed to do as much as I wanted to do. I had all these great, creative ideas and was constantly entering them into the WWE creative, but I couldn’t use a lot of them,” Maria said. “The Divas weren’t given enough time, which I think is a horrible, horrible disadvantage that the girls have. I felt like I was held back – all the time.

    “I wonder what would really happen if the Divas were given that much time,” she said. “I don’t know if it’s that they think the Divas can’t sell tickets, but I truly believe in the Divas division and always will. I think they are missing out on a lot of talent right there.”

    Being A Backstage Interviewer for MMA Events on HDNet: “That’s one reason I’m not sad [WWE] fired me. I got eight minutes of time on an MMA show to just talk to people and that was amazing,” she said. “WWE never gave me eight minutes the entire time I was there.”

    (MP3) Listen to Maria Kanellis’ First Music Single “Fantasy”

  • Maria "Shocked" By WWE Release, Says Divas Are Held Back

    Former WWE Maria Kanellis appeared on the “One Sided Ring” podcat this week and said she says WWE holds back their Divas by not giving the division enough exposure or the women a chance to let their personalities across. Here are some highlights of what she said about:

    Her Release: “The release came as a shock, but basically it comes down to that I wanted more rights and they weren’t willing to give them to me. It wasn’t a money thing or anything like that. I think we left on good terms. It was a great experience while I was there, I love all the Divas.”

    Being Held Back: “I wasn’t allowed to do as much as I wanted to do. I had all these great, creative ideas and was constantly entering them into the WWE creative, but I couldn’t use a lot of them,” Maria said. “The Divas weren’t given enough time, which I think is a horrible, horrible disadvantage that the girls have. I felt like I was held back – all the time.

    “I wonder what would really happen if the Divas were given that much time,” she said. “I don’t know if it’s that they think the Divas can’t sell tickets, but I truly believe in the Divas division and always will. I think they are missing out on a lot of talent right there.”

    Being A Backstage Interviewer for MMA Events on HDNet: “That’s one reason I’m not sad [WWE] fired me. I got eight minutes of time on an MMA show to just talk to people and that was amazing,” she said. “WWE never gave me eight minutes the entire time I was there.”

    (MP3) Listen to Maria Kanellis’ First Music Single “Fantasy”

  • Hogan Gets Weekly Satellite Radio Show Prior To iMPACT!

    Hulk Hogan will be hosting a new weekly satellite radio show on Monday nights an hour before TNA iMPACT! goes on the air.

    The first episode of “Hogan Uncensored” airs next Monday night at 7pm (EST) on Sirius XM’s Howard 101 channel.

    Hogan and Bubba made the announcement on Bubba’s radio show yesterday when Hogan made an in-studio appearance to talk TNA.

    Bubba the Love Sponge says Howard Stern is the one who put the show together.

  • WWE Overseas News: Triple H, Bret Makes Swagger Tap

    – As noted yesterday, Triple H missed the RAW live event on Wednesday in Austria. We’ve received word that The Game also missed last night’s show in Newcastle, England. He was advertised to wrestle John Cena in the main event, but Cena wound up facing Sheamus instead. No word yet on why Triple H has been missing shows this week.

    – WWE’s new masked lucha libre superstar Dos Caras Jr. worked his second WWE event in Newcastle last night, losing again to  Christian. A few reports we read from the Austria show earlier in the week said Dos Caras and Christian had the match of the night.

    – Bret Hart worked as the special ringside enforcer for the Edge vs. Jack Swagger match at last night’s show in Berlin. Bret first got involved in the match towards the end when Swagger put his feet on the ropes while pinning Edge. Swagger later was DQ’d after a low blow.

    After the match, Swagger attacked Edge while Bret looked on. Swagger brought a chair in the ring but Bret stopped him from using it on Edge. Swagger kicked Bret in the gut and backed him in the corner before swinging the chair. Bret ducked the chairshot and Edge speared Swagger. Bret then put Swagger in the Sharpshooter and made him tap out. Edge cut a promo, putting Bret over and they embraced. Edge and Bret closed the show by greeting the fans at ringside.

  • Flava Flav Hosting RAW, Bret Hart On Overseas Tour

    – WWE has announced two more RAW guest hosts: Flava Flav and comedian Jon Lovitz. Flav will host RAW on May 10th from Pittsburgh and Lovitz will host on May 24th from Toledo.

    – Former ECW backstage interviewer Courtney Taylor (also known as Beverly Mullins) has been removed from the FCW roster page. It’s possible she’s parted ways with WWE.

    – Bret Hart wrote the following on Facebook yesterday before heading off to Europe for the current SmackDown brand tour:

    “I’m scrambling now to make my way to the Calgary airport. I’m looking very much to this WWE tour of Europe and the markets that probably loved me the most. So many memories; Berlin, I really had some terrific matches there. I hope that my German fans will come out for what could be my last time ever. I recall Vince McMahon telling me once “that Germany has never come back since you left in ’97”. From there Glasgow, another city filled with great memories, in and out of the ring. Although I saw a great crowd turnout for my book signings last summer, I hope Glasgow and all the Hitman loyalists come out for the pink and black”

  • Bill Goldberg Says He’s Open To Wrestling At WrestleMania 27

    In an interview with ESPN.com to promote his new show “Garage Mahal” on the DIY cable network, former WWE & WCW Champion Bill Goldberg says he’s open to wrestling one final match at next year’s WrestleMania from Atlanta, Georgia.

    “It’s not something that I’m seeking out to do at 43 years old. But you know, WrestleMania is next year in Atlanta. Hulk Hogan and I put 43,000 people in the Georgia Dome with three days notice. I’ve got a fairly big following in Atlanta,” Goldberg said. “Is it out of the realm of possibility? I’d say no.”

    Goldberg recently began working with WWE again on a new deal for WWE to use his likeness for merchandise (toys, appearing in WWE video games, etc.) and says he’d put himself back in the spotlight so his young son can see him in action.

    “The doors are kind of open to negotiation as far as a merchandising deal. If it leads to something else? It’s a wonderful day,” Goldberg said.”If not, I’m totally content with the way I went out. To be able to get merchandise out there not only satiates the fans but hopefully there have been a lot of people wondering where my merchandise is. The reason why I want to do this is my boy; just trying to be a good father.”