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  • J.R. To Call WrestleMania, Former WWE Diva Appears At Axxess

    — It has been confirmed that Jim Ross will call a few matches tonight at WrestleMania XXVII. Some fans claimed he said at WrestleMania Axxess on Friday that he would be calling the event.

    — Former WWE Women’s Champion Lita made a surprise appearance at yesterday’s WrestleMania Axxess event in Atlanta, Georgia. She resides in the area.

    — WWE referee John Cone has launched an account on Twitter.

    — Former WWE Intercontinental Champion Lance Storm celebrates his 42nd birthday today.

    source: F4WOnline.com

  • Piper Teasing WrestleMania Surprise, Kozlov Bruised During Angle

    — WWE Hall of Famer “Rowdy” Roddy Piper is teasing a surprise for WrestleMania XXVII. He posted the following on his Twitter account today:

    “OK..I HAVE A LITTLE SUPRISE FOR WM 27..NEVER A DULL MOMENT IN MY LIFE. KICK ME PUNCH ME,BUT DON’T BORE ME!!”

    The last time Piper teased a surprise for a pay-per-view event, WWE officials nixed his appearance.

    — Following Vladimir Kozlov’s victory over Tyler Reks this morning at WrestleMania Axxess, The Corre attacked the Raw Superstar. The faction used the steel steps to crush The Moscow Mauler’s shoulder against the ring post.

    Kozlov’s arm was severely bruised during the sequence. Click here to see a photo.

    source: F4WOnline.com

  • Triple H Using New Theme At WM, Lex Luger Attends WWE HOF

    — The official program for WrestleMania XXVII is billing the Triple H vs. Undertaker match as “Nothing Else Matters.” That is also the name of a Metallica song. The official Twitter account of the heavy metal band tweeted yesterday that Triple H would be using one of their songs at Wrestlemania XXVII.

    — Former WCW World Heavyweight Champion Lex Luger is in attendance at tonight’s WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in Atlanta, Georgia. It is his first appearance at a WWE event since bolting for World Championship Wrestling in 1995.

    Former WCW stars Diamond Diamond Dallas Page and Nikita Koloff are also on hand for the event.

    — WWE Hall of Famers Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat and Jimmy Hart are scheduled to appear on Hillbilly Jim’s “Moonshine Matinee” show at 2:00 p.m. on Channel 63 on Sirius Satellite Radio.

    source: F4WOnline.com

  • WWE AXXESS Live Report (Saturday Afternoon)

    Here’s a recap of the day’s festivities at the WWE AXXESS fan fest:

    – Shawn Michaels and Sheamus both did in-ring interviews.

    – There was a wrestler imitation contest in the ring.

    – Vladimir Kozlov defeated Tyler Reks and after the match was the angle where The Corre jumped Vladimir Kozlov. They hit his arm with the steps. Later on they said that he was “injured” and might not make it to WrestleMania.

    – Drew McIntyre defeated Chris Masters.

    Talent on hand included Triple H, Jim Ross, Kane, Cody Rhodes, Alberto Del Rio and Ricardo Rodriguez, Yoshi Tatsu, Goldust, Paul Bearer, Vickie Guerrero, Laycool, JTG, Great Khali, Ted DiBiase Jr and Sr, Sgt Slaughter, Mark Henry, William Regal, Zack Ryder, Jerry Lawler and more.

    The Diva photo booths had Melina, Alicia Fox, The Bella Twins, and Tamina.

    We’re going again tomorrow – and will be posting tons of pictures tomorrow afternoon – stay tuned!

  • Axxess Intervies With Santino, Wade Barrett & Gabriel

    Checking in once again with another update from WWE AXXESS ..

    CBS radio’s Noah Mark conducted a bunch of exclusive audio interviews with various WWE superstars on Friday and they’re now online.

    Hear what they had to say about their upcoming appreaence at WrestleMania 27, how they got their start what it’s like to be infrot of 70,000 people and more!

    To hear all 3 interviews, click here.

  • List Of Wrestlers Not Booked For WrestleMania, Update On Riley

    — Though not advertised by WWE, Alex Riley told a fan at yesterday’s WrestleMania Axxess event that he would be accompanying WWE Champion The Miz for his match against John Cena tomorrow night at WrestleMania XXVII.

    — The following wrestlers are not advertised for tomorrow night’s WrestleMania XXVII pay-per-view event. However, a dark match battle royal is expected to take place, featuring male wrestlers not booked for the telecast.

    Raw: Alex Riley, David Hart Smith, David Otunga*, Evan Bourne, Goldust*, Husky Harris*, Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso, Mark Henry, Mason Ryan*, Michael McGillicutty, Michael Tarver*, Primo, R-Truth, Skip Sheffield*, Ted DiBiase, The Great Khali, Tyson Kidd, William Regal, Yoshi Tatsu and Zack Ryder

    SmackDown: Chavo Guerrero, Chris Masters, Curt Hawkins, Drew McIntyre, Hornswoggle, JTG, Kofi Kingston, Trent Barretta and Tyler Reks

    Divas: Alicia Fox, Beth Phoenix, Brie Bella, Eve, Gail Kim, Kaitlyn, Kelly Kelly, Maryse, Melina, Natalya, Nikki Bella and Rosa Mendes

    * David Otunga, Goldust, Husky Harris, Mason Ryan, Michael Tarver, Skip Sheffield are currently inactive.

    source: ProWrestling.net

  • Match Possibly Being Bumped Off ‘Mania, Location Of WWE Hotel

    — Figure Four Weekly editor Bryan Alvarez reports that there’s a good chance that a match could be bumped off tomorrow night’s WrestleMania XXVII pay-per-view broadcast. In that case, it would be a dark match.

    A battle royal is scheduled to take place featuring male wrestlers not booked for the pay-per-view.

    — All WWE employees are staying at the Hyatt Regency (located on 265 Peachtree Street NE) this weekend for WrestleMania XXVII. This is according to the official Twitter account of the 1,260 room hotel, which announced that WWE is staying there this week.

    — Should WWE Champion The Miz main event tomorrow night’s WrestleMania pay-per-view, he would be the third wrestler, behind Chris Jericho and Edge, to be appear in the show closing match after being in the opener the year before.

    source: PWInsider.com

  • Checking In From Atlanta (Saturday Afternoon)

    What’s up everybody – we are checking in from Atlanta – site of this weekend’s WrestleMania 27 festivities. Here are some quick notes from the first few hours in town:

    – The entire city is buzzing with the WrestleMania hype. There are WrestleMania billboards around town, the street lights have posters of various WWE superstars and everywhere you turn, it’s wrestling fans wearing all sorts of WWE merchandise.

    – The WWE crew is staying at the Hyatt here in downtown Atlanta. The place is crawling with WWE superstars and divas from past and present. In the hotel gym, we saw CM Punk, Beth Phoenix and Kane.

    Walking around, we saw The Miz, Edge, Christian, Ric Flair, Melina, Primo Colon, Mae Young, Road Dogg, Terry Funk, Larry “The Axe” Hennig and more. Skip Sheffield was walking around, he put on a lot of weight. Most were very friendly and took pictures / signed autographs for everybody.

    – This afternoon, we are headed to AXXESS.

    – Tonight of course is the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony.

    We’ll be posting tons of exclusive pictures from the WWE Hall of Fame ceremony late tonight – so make sure to check back later for those! Stay tuned!

  • *Spoiler* On Change To ‘Mania Match Following Injury Angle

    As reported earlier, WWE conducted an injury angle at this morning’s WrestleMania Axxess affecting the Eight-Man Tag Team Match at WrestleMania XXVII featuring Big Show, Kane, Santino Marella and Vladimir Kozlov vs. Ezekiel Jackson, Heath Slater, Justin Gabriel and Wade Barrett.

    Following Kozlov’s victory over Tyler Reks, The Corre attacked the Raw Superstar. The faction used the steel steps to crush The Moscow Mauler’s shoulder against the ring post.

    WWE acknowledged the attack on the company website: “Twitter and YouTube has since erupted with photos and videos of the incident. The footage only serves to leave the WWE Universe wondering about Kozlov’s condition, or what condition he’ll be in for the Eight-Man Tag Team Match at WrestleMania.”

    The angle will play out with Kozlov being removed from the Eight-Man Tag Team Match and replaced by Kofi Kingston. The announcement is not expected to made until the match takes place.

    Kingston dropped the Intercontinental Championship to Barrett last week on Smackdown.

    source: PWInsider.com

  • HBK Teases Interference In Undertaker vs. Triple H Match

    At this morning’s WrestleMania Axxess Q&A session, Shawn Michaels teased involving himself in The Undertaker vs. Triple H match at WrestleMania XXVII tomorrow.

    When asked about Triple H ending “The Streak,” Michaels said, “I’m not sure I can let him do what I couldn’t.”

    He then commented on whether he plans to interfere in the match, saying, “I’ll do everything I can not to stick my nose in. Maybe.”

    He added, “Do you ever find that you’re meanest to the people you love the most? If I ruined his chances of ending The Streak, I’m sure he’d beat the tar out of me at that moment, but I’m sure he’d forgive me eventually.”

    Michaels’ role in the match has not been announced by WWE.

    source: Pro Wrestling Torch

  • Probable Change To ‘Mania Match, WWE Star Attends ROH Event

    — An angle was conducted at today’s WrestleMania Fan Axxess event where The Corre attacked Vladimir Kozlov following his victory over Tyler Reks, apparently injuring his shoulder. This would likely take him out of the Eight-Man Tag Team Match at WrestleMania XXVII, pitting Big Show, Kane and Santino Marella against Ezekiel Jackson, Heath Slater, Justin Gabriel and Wade Barrett.

    — CM Punk was backstage visiting friends at yesterday’s Ring of Honor event, “Honor Takes Center Stage,” in Atlanta, Georgia.

    — Former WWE talent Armando Estrada announced on Twitter yesterday that he plans on reopening his restaurant, Baby’s Steak and Lemonade.

    — Yahoo! Sports has published an article on Rip Rogers training the likes of John Cena, Randy Orton and Brock Lesnar at Ohio Valley Wrestling.

  • Flair Attending WWE HOF Induction, J.R. Calling WrestleMania

    — TNA Wrestling Superstar Ric Flair is staying at WWE’s hotel in Atlanta, Georgia. It is said that he will be attending tonight’s WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony, to witness Shawn Michaels’ enshrinement.

    — Jim Ross told fans at Friday’s WrestleMania Axxess event that he would be calling some matches at WrestleMania XXVII.

    — Former ECW talent The Sandman, Tod Gordon and Gary Wolfe (a/k/a Pitbull #1) are hosting a WrestleMania party at The Penthouse Club in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania beginning at 6 p.m. Sunday.

    — WWE Hall of Famer Wendi Richter made a surprise appearance at Friday’s WrestleMania Axxess event.

    source: PWInsider.com

  • JR Working On “Shocking” Deal In Atlanta, Axxess & More

    — On his Twitter account @JRsBBQ, Jim Ross wrote the following with the last hour:

    “Mtg w/ my ATL lawyers. Working on a big deal. What irony 2 talk about this deal here & now. Gonna be a shocker! Get sauce @ axxess.”

    — WWE and THQ held the annual Superstars and divas video game tournament at Axxess .. This year’s winner was Jay Uso.

    — Also at Axxess, WWE did an angle and match featuring Roddy Piper and MTV star Rob Dyrdek defeating Tyson Kidd and Zack Ryder. The footage will air on an upcoming episode of Drydek’s MTV show.

  • Newspaper Reveals WrestleMania 27 Match Order

    The Atlanta Journal-Constitution lists the following as the match order for WrestleMania XXVII on Sunday:

    * United States Champion Sheamus vs. Daniel Bryan

    * Jerry Lawler vs. Michael Cole with special referee “Stone Cold” Steve Austin

    * Rey Mysterio vs. Cody Rhodes

    * Big Show, Kane, Santino Marella and Vladimir Kozlov vs. Ezekiel Jackson, Heath Slater, Justin Gabriel and Wade Barrett

    * John Morrison, Trish Stratus and Snooki vs. Dolph Ziggler and Lay-Cool

    * Randy Orton vs. CM Punk

    * World Heavyweight Champion Edge vs. Alberto Del Rio

    * The Undertaker vs. Triple H (No Holds Barred Match)

    * WWE Champion The Miz vs. John Cena

  • WWE Planning Name Change, Triple H & Stephanie Attend Event

    — A meeting was held yesterday where it was agreed that the organization would no longer be referred as World Wrestling Entertainment due to Vince McMahon’s decree to eliminate the term wrestling from the product. The company will be solely branded as WWE. Multiple sources indicate the meeting ended with this directive.

    — Attempting to capitalize on American Idol contestant James Durbin’s noted wrestling fandom, World Wrestling Entertainment sent him a custom made spinner WWE “Spinner” belt. It was displayed on last night’s show with the name “Crazy James” engraved.

    — Triple H attended the Georgia state legislature’s WrestleMania Proclamation yesterday with wife Stephanie McMahon.

    source: F4WOnline.com

  • Shawn Michaels & Sunny Talk About Joining The HOF (VIDEOS)

    Shawn Michaels and Sunny will be joining the WWE Hall of Fame on Saturday night and spoke to Brian Fritz of the Between The Ropes blog to discuss what entering the Hall of Fame means to them. Check out the videos below:

    Shawn Michaels:

    Sunny:

  • Sting Says He Rejected Offer To Face The Undertaker At WM27

    Sting revealed in an interview with Daily Star that World Wrestling Entertainment officials approached and offered him a match with The Undertaker at WrestleMania XXVII, as well as induction into the WWE Hall of Fame.

    He declined their offer.

    “I wouldn’t say it was utter nonsense, that’s not true!” laughs Sting. “It’s a dream match that fans would want to see. It was close. I’m glad things turned out the way they did.

    “There are so many variables. Let’s just say that I turned it down for the same reasons I always have. Something in me never trusted what would happen up there, based entirely on the track record with other WCW guys and everything that went on after Vince bought WCW.

    “I wont be watching but I’ll be asking what happened between Undertaker and Triple H.”

    source: DailyStar.co.uk

  • Kong Spotted At Atlanta Airport, Cena Discusses WM Beginnings

    — Former TNA Women’s Knockout Champion Awesome Kong was spotted today at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport, reports Figure Four Weekly writer Bryan Alvarez.

    — John Cena recalled his first appearance at WrestleMania, which took place in 2004, to MTV.com.

    He squared off against Big Show for the United States Championship, but before his music hit and he walked through the curtain into the arena, he felt distracted.

    “I was worried my car was going to get towed,” Cena said. “I was not allowed TK. It was cool because it was a moment of stardom wedged between reality. I truly love moments like that.”

    He also offered Snooki advice for her match on Sunday. “I told her it’s just like an afternoon at the shore,” he said. “You’re supposed to go out and have a good time, and if trouble starts, just keep swinging until the cops come.”

    source: MTV.com

  • Brock Lesnar Says He Wasn’t Contacted To Work WM27

    After a face-to-face staredown with The Undertaker after his most recent UFC fight several months back, there was widespread speculation that Brock Lesnar was in talks with WWE to appear at Sunday’s WrestleMania 27 pay-per-view. In an interview with the UK’s Daily Star, Lesnar says the negotiation never happened .

    “They were smart enough to know that I am deeply involved in UFC, what I am doing now.”

    “Wrestling doesn’t affect my life so much. I’m a fighter. The WWE will go on, and it will always be there, but I am in the UFC for as far as I can see.”

    While it’s clear Lesnar has no plans on returning to WWE any time soon, he didn’t rule out the possibility of appearing at a future WrestleMania event after his UFC days are over.

    “If ever there was an opportunity in the future to be on Wrestlemania, then I guess I have to say: ‘Never say never.’”

    (source: DailyStar.co.uk)

  • Sunny Talks About Returning To WWE, Hall Of Fame & More

    Former WWE diva Tammy “Sunny” Sytch was interviewed by Slam Wrestling this week about getting inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on Saturday night. Here are some highlights of what Sunny said about: going into the WWE Hall of Fame this year. Here are some highlights:

    Returning To WWE At MSG A Few Weeks Ago: “On Saturday, a stretch limo arrived at my house to pick me up and bring me into the city. When I got there, I had so much anxious energy that I was bouncing off the walls. Just before the match, I’m at the curtain when all the girls go out to the ring, and Stephanie McMahon comes over and said, ‘Why are you so nervous? This is old hat for you.’ And I said, ‘Yeah, but it’s been like 13 years since I worked this building.’ Well, as soon as my music hit I made the Sunny switch, and every little bit of nervousness left my body, and I went out there and did my thing. It all felt like I never left, and it was just so freakin’ cool!”

    * Pictures of Sunny’s Return At MSG 2 Weeks Ago – She How She Looks!

    Finding Out She Was Invited To Join The WWE HOF: “I already had it on while I was packing for my trip to Mexico, when all of a sudden the announcement of Shawn Michaels going into the hall of fame comes on. I said to Johnny Ace, ‘That’s great! Good for him, he deserves it,’ as I acted happier than a pig in poop. Then Johnny Ace goes, ‘Well, Vince [McMahon] and I were talking and we’d like you to be the second inductee.’ I paused, and then said, ‘You’re s**ttin’ me right?’ Then he says, ‘No, I’m not s**ttin’ you.’ So of course I started crying and shaking and freaking out. I was thinking to myself, ‘Oh my God, I’m only 38, and usually the people who go into the Hall of Fame are at least 50, or dead by the time they get inducted. All I could think was, ‘Holy crap, this is awesome!’”

    Her Hall Of Fame Speech: “I already know that I’m going to totally screw up my speech. That’s 100 percent a given. As Sunny, if you give me a microphone and tell me to go out to the ring and cut a promo, no problem. But I’ve got to get up there and speak from the heart. It’s going to be 100 per cent real — not a work, not a gimmick, not an angle. And that’s how I know I won’t be able to keep it together. Because that’s not going to be Sunny up on that stage talking. It’s going to be Tammy talking. You know how I told you about that Sunny switch? Well, Tammy screws up a lot. Sunny never does. So without the Sunny switch turned on, I’m going to lose it and cry. Wish me luck.”

  • Edge Talks About Retirement, Life After Wrestling & More

    WWE World heavyweight champion Edge was interviewed by the Charlotte Observer this week and shed some new light on how much longer he plans to be an active wrestler. Here are some highlights of what Edge said about:

    TLC Matches From The Attitude Era: “I’m relieved I don’t have to do it as much. I still get called on to do it every once in a while. I had 19 ladder matches and most guys have never had one. It’s taken a toll. Now everyone understands I only have so many more of those in me.”

    His First WrestleMania “The first one that I was on contract for I wasn’t (wrestling) on the show. I was trying to soak it in. For the guys, it’s a huge buildup. You’re really ramped up. It’s our Super Bowl. You worked your whole year to get on the show. That’s what I realized not being on it. The following year at WrestleMania 16, Christian and I teamed up and won the tag-team championship. We grew up together and always dreamed of doing it.”

    When He’ll Retire: “Maybe a couple years. Five? It’s up to my body, which also depends on the kinds of matches…. I want to be able to function and walk and hike these hills.”

    What He’ll Do After Wrestling: “I might do a sports talk show up in Canada. Maybe working behind the scenes of WWE. Beyond that, writing and illustrating children’s books would be fun.”

  • *Spoilers* WWE SmackDown Tapings Results For Friday

    The following matches were taped prior to Monday’s RAW from the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. The rest of the show will consist of footage from WWE’s week-long festivities from Atlanta, site of Sunday’s WrestleMania 27 pay-per-view.

    1. Kofi Kingston defeated Wade Barrett by DQ in an Intercontinental Title match. Wade controlled most of the early action. Kofi hit his corner kick and a top rope cross body for a two count. Kofi hit the Boom Drop and went for Trouble in Paradise but was met with a kick to the face for a near fall. Kofi hit a nice move and almost had a two count that was broken up by The Corre. Santino and Kozlov hit the ring but were laid out. Big pyro for Kane and Big Show. The faces cleared the ring and had a stare down with The Corre.

    Jerry Lawler out to cut a promo against Michael Cole. Good promo by Lawler. Short and to the point. The King has new music.

    2. Cody Rhodes defeated Chris Masters. Taz… er … Kane… No, it’s Cody Rhodes under a black towel. Gimmick Infringement!!! Cole returned during this match (he left prior to Jerry’s promo). Seemed slightly longer than the recent Cody squashes. In the end, a side headbutt and CrossRhodes later and Cody got the win. Rey Mysterio ran down and tried to hit the 619 three different times, but Cody wasn’t having it.

    (source: prowrestling.net)

  • Jannetty Comments On Attending HOF, Orton Celebrates B-day

    — Marty Jannetty, who rose to fame as the tag team partner of Shawn Michaels, was asked if he would be attending his former colleague’s WWE Hall of Fame induction on Saturday in Atlanta, Georgia.

    He responded, “I want to be there but the cab ride from where I am is over 22 dollars and 23 cents, give or stank a dolla.”

    — Last night’s Florida Championship Wrestling television taping was cancelled due to a power outage as a result of tropical storm. The event will take place next Thursday.

    — Triple H is featured on the cover of the latest issue of Power Slam.

    — Seven-time WWE Champion Randy Orton celebrates his birthday today as he turns 31 years old.

    source: f4wonline.com

  • The Rock Says He’s “Very Open” To Wrestling Again

    Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson says he’s “very open” to wrestling again after returning to World Wrestling Entertainment last month.

    The host of WrestleMania XXVII appeared on Piers Morgan Tonight tonight on CNN. Piers Morgan asked Johnson whether he plans on wrestling again.

    “I’m open to it,” Johnson said.

    Morgan asked, “You are?”

    “Very open to it. Sure. I’ve always been open to it,” he replied.

    “When I left wrestling seven years ago, at that time, two things happened. I accomplished everything I wanted to accomplish in wrestling and I also wanted to become a good actor. In order to do that, I felt, I needed to concentrate solely and commit myself to acting.”

    The approximate 30 minute interview, which was taped two days earlier in New York City, featured Johnson reflecting his life, career and future aspirations. It opened with a discussion of Johnson’s background and his connection to United States President Barack Obama due to both sharing similar backgrounds. A clip of Johnson portraying “The Rock Obama” two years ago on Saturday Night Live aired.

    Johnson was asked to comment on running for a political office in the future and he said he could see it happening in the future after his career in entertainment.

    The second segment focused on Johnson’s careers in professional wrestling and film. A clip of Johnson’s return promo to WWE aired with Johnson shown watching it.

    Johnson reflected on his future aspirations in the third segment. He discussed his family upbringing, repairing his relationship with his father, and setting new goals for himself, such as winning an Academy Award.

  • Warrior Advertised For Heavy Metal Album, Sunny’s HOF Inductor

    — Heavy metal band Winds of Plague’s upcoming album will feature a guest appearance by former WWE Champion Ultimate Warrior. He provides a spoken word track called “The Warrior’s Code.”

    Warrior and the band share the same management company, which is likely how the two unionized. “Against The World” is scheduled for release on Tuesday, April 19.

    — Tammy Sytch (a/k/a Sunny) stated yesterday during an interview on SIRIUS Satellite Radio that her WWE Hall of Fame inductor would be a surprise. When asked if it was male or female, the WWE public relations representative who accompanied her would not allow her to answer the question. Current plans call for the WWE Divas to together induct Sunny into the Hall of Fame. Sunny is being branded as “The Original Diva.”

    — The Score in Canada will air the WWE Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony on April 5 at 6:30 p.m., April 8 at 7:00 p.m. and April 8 at 11:00 p.m.

    source: F4WOnline.com