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  • Sheamus In Line For A Major Push This Fall

    WWE officials are very high on Sheamus right now, with the former WWE champion scheduled to get a monster push this fall leading into 2012. Longterm booking on the SmackDown brand have Sheamus, Randy Orton and Mark Henry as the centerpiece talents of SmackDown.

    Vice McMahon has been a strong backer of Sheamus over the years and has renewed faith in the Celtic Warrior since his recent babyface turn. Sheamus’ work doing public appearances (especially with the Be A Star campaign) has helped his perception with management.

    Although WrestleMania 28 is stil several months away and plans can change several times before the, WWE is looking for Sheamus to challenge SmackDown’s dominant monster Mark Henry for World Heavyweight championship at WrestleMania.

  • Original Plans For Hogan vs. Sting, Bischoff’s TNA Status & More

    – After announcing that Hulk Hogan would be returning to the ring at Bound For Glory and wrestling his longtime rival Sting, there were plans for Ric Flair to be added to the match, making it a 3-way match. Considering Hulk Hogan’s lack of mobility and the history between all three men, TNA officials were hoping that adding Flair to the match would take pressure off Hogan and Sting and allow for more low-impact gimmick spots to be used in the match.

    When Flair got injured during his match with Sting on Impact several weeks ago, plans to include Flair in the Hogan-Sting match were dropped and the no-DQ stipulation was added to Hogan-Sting.

    – As reported here on the site yesterday, Hulk Hogan has signed a new deal with TNA just days before his previous deal was set to expire. A TNA source has confirmed to us that it’s virtually guaranteed Eric Bischoff will be renewing his deal as well.

    – Hogan is in Los Angeles this week filming new commercials for Rent-A-Center with NFL Legend Troy Aikman.

  • Chris Jericho’s WWE Return, Divas Of Doom, Punk-Australia

    – According to sources close to Chris Jericho, the former WWE superstar has been talking to friends lately about returning to the company. There’s no word yet on exactly when he’ll be back, but many people in WWE expect Jericho will be back in early 2012 in time for the build to WrestleMania 28. When Jericho does return, he will most likely be working a reduced schedule.

    – CM Punk noted on Twitter that he’s headed down under to Australia this week for the Nickelodeon’s Australian Kid’s Choice Awards,  which tapes this Friday. Punk is nominated for the “Baddest Baddie” award.

    – Natalya wrote on Twitter that she and Beth Phoenix are working on a a new double-team move called “The Drop of Doom.” She teased, “Coming soon to an arena near you” and posted an image of her and Beth’s action figures performing the move, which you can see here.

  • Video: Rey Mysterio Updates Fans On His Condition

    WWE star Rey Mysterio, who recently underwent two knee surgeries to repair his MCL, posted a video to YouTube on Tuesday updating fans on his condition.

    Mysterio is is already walking on crutches, has begun physical therapy and is expected to be out of action until 2012.

    In the video, Rey talks about his recent surgeries, shows off his new scars and reveals that he’ll be getting some new tattoo work next week.

  • William Regal Comments On The RAW Walkout

    William Regal is the latest WWE superstar to comment on the walkout that took place at the end of Monday’s RAW Supershow.

    Regal wrote the following on Twitter on Tuesday night:

    “Some people have asked about the walkout on Raw.My personal reasons for my action was that I think HHH has enough on his plate being the COO.I know exactly what it takes to be in charge of Raw and it comes at a dear price(or it did with me).HHH is in charge of the WWE.He needs to concentrate on the company as a whole and put a suitable candidate in charge of the Raw brand.

    Although we haven’t had much to do with each other(apart from the odd scuffle)18 years ago myself and HHH where very close. We choose separate paths but my heart went out to him last night as for whatever has happened in our respective lives,we where once friends.

    I don’t agree with the superstars on any of there reasons for walking out on HHH.I just want him to share some of his burden. And I hope this message gets to him and he respects my view.”

  • The Great Khali Reportedly Leaving WWE

    WWE.com announced Sunday that The Great Khali suffered a fractured fibula following a brutal attack by World Heavyweight Champion Mark Henry on SmackDown Friday night. The angle was orchestrated to remove the “The Punjabi Playboy” from television since his contract is set to expire and will likely not be renewed.

    Many employees feel that the one-time World Heavyweight Champion will head back to India to focus on acting. There is talk, however, that he will maintain a relationship with WWE to work on film projects and other endeavors.

  • WWE NXT No Longer Airing On Tuesdays, Timeslot Change Made

    WWE has announced that effective immediately, NXT Redemption is moving to Wednesday afternoons at 4 p.m. ET/1 PT on WWE.com.

    WWE.com made the announcement prior to the start of tonight’s regularly scheduled episode, which reads: “WWE Universe, tune in to WWE.com Wednesday afternoon at 4 p.m. ET/1 PT for an all-new episode of WWE NXT Redemption! For complete coverage of WWE NXT, including results, photos, video clips and full episodes on demand, visit NXT.WWE.COM any time.”

    After WWE made the announcement on Twitter, Derrick Bateman wrote, “Ok. Nevermind. It airs at 4 tomorrow? Glad I know now…… #WALKOUT”

    Matches taped tonight in Biloxi, Mississippi for tomorrow’s episode are: Daniel Bryan vs. Heath Slater, JTG vs. Yoshi Tatsu, Derrick Bateman vs. Titus O’Neil, Curt Hawkins and Tyler Reks vs. Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso.

  • CM Punk Talks About The Walkout At The End Of RAW

    CM Punk wrote the following on Twitter about the walkout angle that took place at the end of Monday’s RAW:

    “I think a lot of people are missing the point. Fans and coworkers alike. Walking out is a p***y move. There’s a huge difference in what I did. I want change, and I can’t change s*** from my couch. I’m in the fox hole. I’m getting it done. I stayed to fight and I’m fighting for change. You can protest, violently or peacefully without actually showing up. Walking out isn’t a solution at least not one that I’ve ever seen work. Hold ’em up. Make them change. Don’t just walk out, or lay down. Fight.”

    “This goes for fans as well. Bored? Don’t like @johncena? Want more @ZackRyder? Show up and be heard. Don’t be a p***y and just tweet about it. Actions speaks louder than words. Except mine. My words are pretty awesome. No think about all that, and hopefully you’ll get it. Too many tweets from me. Misspellings abound. You CAN’T protest without showing up. I am not Gandhi. I will kick your face. Don’t like HHH as COO? Punch him in the face. I did. It’s wrestling, not the NBA. Next high kick to Johnny “Funkhauser” Ace won’t be an accident.”

  • RAW Rating, Rock Scheduled For 3-Hour RAW & More

    – The ratings are in for Monday’s post-Hell in a Cell RAW Supershow – and WWE is back above the 3.0 mark. The 10/3 edition of RAW drew a 3.05 cable rating, with 4,270,000 viewers. The show did hours of 2.95 and 3.14.

    – The Rock is being advertised on the radio for the next 3-hour WWE RAW Supershow on November 14th from Boston. This will be the go-home show before Survivor Series.

    – WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio is backstage at tonight’s Smackdown tapings from Biloxi, MS and is scheduled to appear on Smackdown. No word yet on what he’ll be doing.

  • CM Punk In Line for A Major Push, Title Run & Possible Movie

    CM Punk In Line For Another WWE Title Run?

    Although it appears that CM Punk’s push has been cooled off in recent weeks, sources say that the straight edge superstar is in line for yet another strong push later this year that will likely include another WWE title run as well as a possible starring role in a WWE Studios movie.

    CM Punk took somewhat of a backseat to John Cena and Alberto Del Rio heading into Sunday’s Hell in a Cell pay-per-view, but with the title off Cena (who is expected to resume his feud with The Rock headed into Survivor Series), CM Punk will once again be placed back in the WWE title hunt and will begin chasing Alberto Del Rio for the title.

    Coming of his surge in popularity earlier this summer, CM Punk has becoming one of the top merchandise movers in the entire company. WWE is looking to capitalize on Punk’s popularity by releasing additional merchandise (including an autobiography) and are considering CM Punk as a leading man for an upcoming WWE Studios movie.

    Overall, WWE officials are said to be very high on Punk right now, with Punk expected to be one of the centerpieces of Monday Night RAW heading into 2012. Despite many questioning whether WWE lost faith on CM Punk, the company is going “all in” on him in the coming months.

    (Partial Source: pwinsider.com)

  • Mick Foley Auctioning Lunch Over Survivor Series Weekend

    Mick Foley is auctioning off tickets to the Survivor Series in New York City and lunch with the Hardcore Legend himself, with proceeds going to Hurricane Irene victims.

    His latest blog has now been posted on RealMickFoley.com. Here’s an excerpt:

    “Yes, I am setting up a pretty decent auction, with 100% (minus mailing costs) going to help out Vermonters suffering in the wake of flooding caused by Hurricane Irene. This might not be my very best stuff, like the Cactus Jack leopard boots and Hell in a Cell shirt, since that type of auction reminds me of Daffy Duck playing the harp, having emerged the victor in the big bump contest with Bugs Bunny – acknowledging Bugs’s accolades; sadly saying “I know, I know, but I can only do it once” on his way up to heaven. Still, this is going to be a good auction; it’s going to raise some money for some people who really need it, and it’s going to show the wrestling community in a favorable light – which is always important to me. With the exception of a couple of big items, like the Survivor Series vacation package, most of these items should come in under the $100 mark, making them a possibility for far more fans. Wait, check that – the historic Foley Juggalos ICP jersey I wore for this past Gathering might bring in some serious cash. One might have to be a Big Money Hustla just to get his/her hands on it! Yeah, I know, that was weak.”

    For all of Mick’s latest blogs, videos, events, and more – visit RealMickFoley.com. You can also follow Mick Foley on Twitter @RealMickFoley.

  • Big Main Event Planned For Survivor Series

    The Rock Returns to the ring at Survivor Series

    EXCLUSIVE: Which Big Names are Planned for the Huge Survivor Series Match This Year?

    It’s already been announced that The Rock will be making his in-ring return to WWE at Survivor Series for the first time since WrestleMania 20 – as he teams with his scheduled WrestleMania 28 opponent John Cena.

    According to a reliable source who has provided us with several accurate scoops in previous months, Rock and Cena will be teaming together as part of a blockbuster main event match at Survivor Series that will see a “Team WWE” vs. “Team Anti-WWE.”

    The anti-WWE team is not fully known at this time but will feature “future endeavored” superstars such as Kevin Nash, The Miz and R-Truth. WWE Chairman Vince McMahon has also been rumored to be a member of the Anti-WWE team.

    Team WWE would feature The Rock, John Cena, Triple H and at least one more “mega star” – with The Undertaker and even “Stone Cold” Steve Austin discussed as possible participants.

    While Steve Austin coming out of retirement for this match is a long shot, Austin’s involvement would take the star power and signifcance of this match to unprecedented heights.

    Our source was quoted as saying, “The Rock and Cena feud has been featured on screen and on twitter. Stone Cold and Punk rivalry has been acknowledged as well, it would be a great fit they get everyone together.”

    The source did say they feel if Austin was to be on this team with Punk at Survivor Series, the chances of him performing in a big singles match at WrestleMania 28 would e significantly. Austin has never ruled out getting in the ring again but wants things to be the right situation. The Undertaker would be the more likely option as most in the company are expecting him to come back sometime in the next couple months to get ready for WrestleMania.

  • Tonight’s Tapings, Lilian & Maria’s Post-RAW Video Show

    – Tonight’s WWE SmackDown and NXT tapings will take place from the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi, Mississippi.

    WWE announced on RAW that the Big Show will return to SmackDown this week and will confront World Heavyweight champion Mark Henry.

    The dark match main event being advertised for the tapings is Mark Henry vs. Randy Orton in a Lumberjack Match.

    For fans attending tonight’s taping, WWE sponsor The National Guard will have the Dale Earnhardt Jr. #88 NASCAR car in the parking lot on display.

    – WWE returns to Long Island’s Nassau Coliseum on Saturday, December 17th. A ticket pre-sale begins this Wednesday morning. The pre-sale code is WWERYDER.

    – Former WWE divas Lilian Garcia and Maria Kanellis took part in a post-RAW video show on Monday night along with former WWE creative team member Dave Lagana. You can watch their video show here:

  • Jim Ross, Morrison, Ryder & WWE Insider’s RAW Tweets

    Jim Ross, Zack Ryder, John Morrison and the “WWE Insider” are among the people who tweeted about RAW last night. Here’s what they wrote:

    Jim Ross:

    “I gave my thoughts to wwe.com about why I supported the team & my peers. When a ‘coach’ loses his locker room something as to be done. Sorry. I can handle the venom from some of you. Reluctantly did what I thought had to be done. 2nd thoughts? Of course. Nx wk’s OKC raw puzzling.

    I feel o don’t have to defend myself for being brought back to Raw. Why did I ever leave? Did what I thought was right. Hated it nonetheless. Love the nay Sayers who curse me re: HHH ‘bringing me back.’ why did I leave raw? Exactly. I love HHH but he has to make changes. I won’t apologize for doing what I think is right. Getting my job back excuse doesn’t flush. Why was I removed in 1st place? Child please.

    WWE is a cluster. Let’s wrestle, ok ? I leave & I’m a bad guy? Smarten up people. You lose locker room & things have 2 b addressed. Fix it.”

    Zack Ryder:

    “Pinned @HEELZiggler 2 weeks in a row and not in the #Raw main event this week? #areyouseriousbro?”

    WWE Insider:

    “Just spoke with John Laurinaitis. Before I even asked a question he said ‘I had no idea that was going to happen.’ #Raw

    “Just spoke to Triple H. Head held high. Defiant. Powerful. Maybe it’s because he’d just Pedigreed @ZackRyder #Raw”

    John Morrison:

    “Thoughts I had tonight during RAW tonight in Lafayette…Damn, I just got my ass kicked… I wonder if John Laurintis’s current promo work is any indication of his aptitude as a wrestler during past in ring endeavor… HHH says we work for the WWE universe. Hmmm, yup, I agree with that… I wonder if he’s going to mention my birthday… nope.

    If the WWE universe is paying our checks maybe the pay scale among us independent contractors should be a bit more evenly distributed…maybe forming a union is a good idea… all other entertainment and sporting entities have them…getting an individual health insurance policy after neck surgery is not easy…I wonder if HHH has an individual health insurance plan, or gets group coverage because he’s classified as an employee…

    Wait a minute, when did we nominate @wadebarrett to speak on our behalf? … haha, Barrett talks like a pirate…
    I like chaos! If they all leave & I stay, maybe HHH & I could do 5 backstage segments, an in ring promo, and an hour match next week! who am I kidding, HHH is a narcissist. He doesn’t think I’m at his level- His main concern is positioning himself as the center of attention …maybe walking out will get HHH to realize he can’t do this alone, the WWE Universe wants to see different people in the mix…there’s a roster full of superstars that want chaos, that want the ball, that want to be on the road at every WWE event…

    …the past is always afraid of the future… HHH’s ego is hungry. He’s got a steak dinner every Monday night- but if he thinks his ego’s gonna snack elsewhere; I’m gonna eat his lunch!”

  • Why Top Superstars Skipped RAW Walkout, Rey Mysterio News

    – Many fans probably realized during the closing segment on RAW that many top babyface stars (John Cena, CM Punk, Randy Orton, Sheamus, Mason Ryan, Eve Torres and Kelly Kelly) were not at ringside for the walkout.

    According to a WWE source, writers knew that fans would boo the Superstars who walked out on Triple H and did not want to put that negative heat on their top babyfaces.

    – Rey Mysterio, who recently underwent another surgery on his PCL, tweeted on Monday that he had his first therapy session yesterday. Mysterio is expected to miss the rest of the year.

    (Partial Source: f4wonline.com)

  • Video From After RAW: Triple H & Zack Ryder

    After Monday’s RAW Supershow went off the air, WWE COO Triple H was left standing in the ring alone, when “Ohhh Radiooo” hit and Zack Ryder came to ringside.

    Ryder said he changed his mind about walking out on Triple H and started filming footage for his Z! True Long Island Story video show. Hunter played along for a minute before nailing Ryder with a Pedigree.

    Hunter left the ring, leaving Ryder scrambling for his video camera and filming Hunter as he walked to the back.

    WWE posted the following video on Youtube of What Happened After RAW (10/3):

  • WHAT DID YOU THINK OF MONDAY’S RAW?

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  • Santino Marella Returns To Action, Million Dollar Man Speaks Out

    — Santino Marella returned to action on tonight’s Raw SuperShow as he made quick work of Jinder Mahal. He defeated the SmackDown Superstar in approximately thirty seconds.

    Marella suffered a separated left shoulder following a car accident September 1 in Toronto. “My car flipped sideways and the trunk hit a light pole, it completely crushed in,” Marella said of the accident to WWE.com. “The airbags deployed, and all I could smell was gunpowder. There was broken glass everywhere, and I tried to open the passenger door, but it was stuck. Luckily, there was still power in the car. I opened the sunroof and crawled out.”

    — The Paisley Daily Express has published an article on “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase. The WWE Hall of Famer, a born-again Christian, gave teenagers at Paisley’s Castlehead High School words of warning on how to steer clear of life’s temptations after overcoming his own demons. DiBiase reveals that after his wife Melanie discovered his adultery, he was left with a stark choice – change his life or lose his family.

    “He wasn’t very nice to people but now he wants to share that story with people. He stressed how he can’t blame the circumstances they find themselves in and neither should they. He told the kids to take responsibility for their own actions,” depute headteacher Liz Harris said of DiBiase’s inspirational talk. “He told the kids how important it is for them to make the right choices in life and they listened intently to his message. I think they all took a lot from the talk. It was a very positive message.”

  • WCW Legends In WWE ’12, Boxer Getting WWE Tryout & More

    — The official roster for the upcoming WWE ’12 video game is currently being finalized and will be announced by THQ next week. The new WWE video game franchise will reportedly feature many “WCW Legends.”

    — WWE COO Triple H will be on the cover of the next issue of WWE Magazine.

    — Pro boxer Monte Barrett, who is friends with John Cena and has said publicly that he wants to become a WWE superstar, will begin training at WWE developmental later this month.

    At one point, it was also discussed that Barrett wanted to fight former opponent David Tua in a boxing match at WrestleMania 28.

  • Foley To Make A Major Announcement, Big Show On SmackDown

    — Mick Foley tweeted on Monday night that he’ll be making a major announcement on Tuesday morning:

    “I am now announcing that I will be making a MAJOR (non-WWE) announcement on @Opieradio at 8:23 am tomorrow. Tune in to O&A for this shocker!”

    — Big Show will be returning to WWE at tomorrow night’s SmackDown taping from Biloxy, MI. When the announcement was made on RAW, WWE announcers questioned what would happen when Big Show goes face to face with World Heavyweight champion Mark Henry.

    Mark Henry said on RAW that Big Show’s return will be “short lived.”

  • The Miz & R-Truth To Press Charges Against Triple H & WWE

    The official Twitter feed of the WWE Insider announced tonight that The Miz and R-Truth will be pressing charges against Triple H and WWE.

    The Insider wrote, “Just heard news that @mikethemiz and @RonKillings are pressing charges against Triple H and @WWE. More details as they unfold.”

    Moments after Alberto Del Rio regained the WWE Championship inside Hell in a Cell, everyone in the cell was brutalized by The Miz and R-Truth, who were arrested then pummeled by Chief Operating Officer Triple H.

    The fired Superstars have issued a video apology to WWE fans for their actions at Hell in a Cell. The Miz reveals they have filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against WWE and pressed assault charges against Triple H for his unprovoked attack.

  • Kidd Mocks Sin Cara Match, Ross Says “Strange Vibe” At Raw

    — Tyson Kidd took a shot at the Sin Cara vs. Sin Cara match that took place last night at Hell in a Cell.

    “Best part about being either Sin Cara?” he asked on Twitter. “Having the mask means you don’t have to show your face after that performance.”

    — Jim Ross remarked the following on Twitter two hours before the start of tonight’s Raw SuperShow: “Very strange vibe today backstage @ Raw. Obviously lots of sore talents. All I know is that we have a 12 man tag. Expect fireworks.”

    — One of the men holding Cody Rhodes’ Intercontinental Championship last night at Hell in a Cell was independent wrestler Luke Hawx.

    source: F4WOnline.com

  • CM Punk Says What He’d Do Next If He Got Fired By WWE

    The Advertiser published a story on CM Punk to promote tonight’s Raw SuperShow at the Cajundome in Layette, Louisiana. The Straight Edge Superstar reveals what he’d do next if he was fired today by WWE.

    “I always saw myself as a wrestling superstar,” said Punk, who wanted to be a professional wrestler since he was a child. “If I got fired today, I would still be a wrestler tomorrow. I’d probably be wrestling extensively in Japan. I’m not somebody who failed at football and just tried wrestling.”

    Punk is excited to face Cena at tonight’s show and said he always had to change up his moves when wrestling Cena.

    “I respect the hell out of the guy because he keeps me sharp,” Punk said. “Everybody should want to face him. I never got my rematch. This is a chance for me to get the title back.”

    Punk, who has wrestled since 1999, says nothing has come easy for him in the industry or in the ring.

    “I’ve had to fight for everything,” he said. “There have been instances where I think, ‘Boom, I made it.’ But I still had to fight for everything. That’s why I have that chip on my shoulder. I’m always going to fight for stuff. It gets tough to watch people afforded opportunities when guys like myself are busting their ass.”

    The full story can be accessed here.

  • Another 3-Hour RAW, Lashley Appearing At Indy Show & More

    – The December 12 Raw SuperShow taking place at the Norfolk Scope in Norfolk, Virginia will be a three-hour episode.

    – Jack Swagger stated on Twitter that he will debut new ring gear tonight on Raw.

    – Bobby Lashley is advertised to wrestle in North America for the first time since 2009 on October 28 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada for Stampede Wrestling. Harry Smith, Teddy Hart, Jay Briscoe and Mark Briscoe are also slated to appear.

    – WWE referee Charles Robinson is now on Twitter.

     

  • Kidd Upset With Online Report, Matches Taped For “Superstars”

    — Tyson Kidd feels his Twitter remarks regarding the Sin Cara vs. Sin Cara match at Hell in a Cell were taken out of context by websites labeling it as a jab. The SmackDown Superstar wrote, “Love when things get taken out of context. You know what happens when you assume.”

    Kidd said of the match, “Best part about being either Sin Cara? Having the mask means you don’t have to show your face after that performance.”

    — Matches taped tonight in Lafayette, Louisiana for this week’s episode of WWE Superstars were:

    * Alex Riley vs. JTG

    * Michael McGillicutty vs. Percy Watson

    source: ProWrestling.net