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  • Hardy’s Injury Claim False, Angle Continues To Calls Out Orton

    — Matt Hardy claimed last night on Twitter following TNA Lockdown that he may have fractured his arm during the Lethal Lockdown Match. He posted an update this morning, writing,

    “Wow.. Talk about being sore when you wake up.. My back & arm are killing me-I’m sure flying this morning will help, HaHa..”

    Based on what we’ve heard from TNA sources, Hardy is trying to work an angle (that is so unlike him) and is not really injured.

    — Kurt Angle used the RKO on Jeff Jarrett during their two-out-of-three falls match at TNA Lockdown, and then went on Twitter to comment on using the maneuver, writing:

    “Orton, I used Your Finish as a sign of Respect. Not to get back at U. Respect!”

    Angle has continued to call out Orton. He added the following this afternoon:

    “To Randy Orton, as You said- Imitation is a form of flattery. Know that I did that out of Respect. GOD Bless.”

    — Hulk Hogan wrote the following on Twitter regarding TNA Lockdown:

    “TNA LOCKDOWN SET THE NEW STANDARD FOR WHAT A PPV SHOULD BE!!!!!!!!!!”

    — Velvet Sky stated during a chat session last night on TNAOnDemand.com that Alex Shelley will return to television this Thursday on TNA iMPACT!.

    Shelley has been sidelined since January due to a broken collarbone suffered at a live event in Hagerstown, Maryland. He was advertised to participate in the X Division Ultimate Xscape Match at TNA Lockdown, but was removed from the match on April 7, thus postponing his return.

  • What Happened After Lockdown, Angle Comments, iMPACT!

    – After Sunday’s TNA Lockdown pay-per-view went off the air, Fortune continued to celebrate in the ring.

    Also after the show, Brooke Hogan, who was sitting ringside during the event and was shown on camera a few times, took pictures and signed autographs for fans.

    – Kurt Angle wrote the following on Twitter last night, talking about he and Jeff Jarrett’s match at Lockdown:

    “We kicked Butt. You need to see my match. Match Of The Year. Me @ Jarrett. What a great match. Jeff broke ribs. I dislocated my shoulder.”

    – Eric Bischoff and Jason Hervey’s production company has another show picked up by TruTV called “Bear Swamp Recovery.” Here’s the official synopsis for the show:

    “Owned by a large Sicilian family, the crew at Bear Swamp Recovery in New Jersey repossesses what others simply can’t. And business booms in the summer, when the shore is overrun with careless vacationers and crazy locals who think the rules don’t apply to them.”

    – This past Thursday’s episode of TNA iMPACT on Spike had 35 minutes and 48 seconds of in-ring action, up from last week’s 18 minutes and 21 seconds. (Credit: Stan)

  • Angle Sends A Message To Orton, Title Change At TNA Lockdown

    — Jeff Jarrett beat Kurt Angle in a two-out-of-three falls at TNA Lockdown. Angle used the RKO during the match, and then went on Twitter to comment on his use of the maneuver. Angle wrote:

    “Orton, I used Your Finish as a sign of Respect. Not to get back at U. Respect!”

    Angle complained two weeks ago via the social networking website about WWE performers using his trademark maneuvers at WrestleMania. Orton responded without mentioning Angle by name, and stated that people should be flattered when people use their moves.

    — Mickie James captured the TNA Women’s Knockouts Championship from Madison Rayne at TNA Lockdown in a match that lasted approximately 35 seconds. It was the lone title change of the event.

    As a result of her victory, James became the first woman to have held the WWE Women’s Championship, WWE Divas Championship, and the TNA Women’s Knockouts Championship.

    Trish Stratus congratulated James on her victory, writing on Twitter, “Congrats to my girl new TNA Knockout Champ @mickiejames!”

  • Sin Cara Embarrasses Himself, Guerrero Takes Shot At TNA Star

    — Sin Cara tried to impress his peers backstage at a recent WWE event by claiming that many of his notable victories in Mexico were shoots. There was plenty of eye-rolling over his conduct, with some feeling he embarrassed himself.

    Similarly, Tyson Tomko had a reputation in TNA Wrestling by showing clips of his matches in Japan to people in the locker room from his smart phone and touting them as shoot contests.

    — Chavo Guerrero said today that his Twitter account was hacked. However, he believes he has gotten a hold of it. Guerrero also made light of Kurt Angle claiming last week that his account on the micro-blogging site was hacked.

    He wrote, “Ok guys, my twitter was hacked. I think I fixed it. If u got a Dm from me and I was mean, it was a fraud. Probably. :). Big ups 2 my boy @MATTHARDYBRAND for giving me the “heads up”on my twitter being hacked.I promise I didnt pull a Kurt Angle.Lol Luv u Kurt:)”

    — Chris Jericho announced during his appearance last week on VH1 Classic’s That Metal Show that Fozzy will open for Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax on an upcoming tour of the UK.

    source: Pro Wrestling Torch

  • Stipulation Added To Jarrett vs. Angle, Buck To Become A Dad

    — TNA Wrestling announced an “Ultra Male Rules” two-out-of-three falls stipulation for the Lockdown Cage Match between Jeff Jarrett and Kurt Angle at Sunday’s TNA Lockdown pay-per-view event.

    The bout will have the following stipulations:

    – Fall 1: Pinfall
    – Fall 2: Submission
    – Fall 3: Escape the cage (if necessary)

    — Generation Me member Max revealed on his Twitter account yesterday that his wife is pregnant with their first child.

    — TNA Wrestling posted an image on their shop website yesterday of a Rob Van Dam T-shirt with “RDV” written at the bottom of the shirt as opposed to “RVD”. The image was quickly deleted and replaced by the intended one. This also occurred on the organization’s Facebook page as an image of the misspelled shirt was posted on the page and quickly deleted. Several users made light of the miscue in the comment box, though many of the remarks were deleted.

  • Kurt Angle Says He Is Re-Signing With TNA

    TNA star Kurt Angle announced on his Twitter page that he is signing a new deal with TNA Wrestling.

    “To all my Fans and Friends, I’m signing a new deal with TNA. We are working out the Kinks but I’m staying. So please tune in every Thurs night. I gave it much thought, TNA is the underdog. I feel I can help them go to the next level. WWE is the top company. But being the Face of TNA is great. TNA has so much potential. I believe in TNA. I Love Dixie Carter and I am staying. TNA wants to help me into Movies and Anglefoods. TNA is IT”

    There had been speculation as to whether Kurt Angle would return to WWE once his TNA contract expired this summer, but Angle’s announcement puts that talk to rest.

    * Pictures of KURT ANGLE’s 24-Year-Old Fiance – She’s a Model

    (Source: Twitter.com/anglefoods1)

  • Kurt Angle Pleads Guilty To Reckless Driving Charge

    Kurt Angle plead guilty Friday to a reckless driving charge stemming from his arrest near Thompson, North Dakota on March 25.

    Under the terms of the agreement, Angle would pay a $475 fine, serve one year of unsupervised probation and undergo a “chemical dependency evaluation.”

    The Grand Forks Herald reports Angle would “receive a suspended sentence of 10 days in jail.”

    The TNA Wrestling Superstar did not appear in court, but his written plea was filed with the clerk of court’s office Friday. A judge will whether to accept his plea agreement.

    Angle was originally arrested and charged with “being in control of a motor vehicle while intoxicated,” which indicates he was not accused of drunk driving but being behind the wheel of a vehicle while allegedly intoxicated.

    Details of his arrest are available here.

  • Kurt Angle’s Gives New Reason For WM27 Tweets

    TNA star Kurt Angle was guest on this past Monday’s Wrestling News Live podcast hosted by JJ and Trey. Kurt stopped by to discuss the recent “Twittergate” scandal that emerged during the WrestleMania 27 broadcast and the boys allowed Kurt to clear the air and give his side of the story.

    Kurt apologized on behalf of what happened but found that upon further investigation his twitter account was not hacked but was used by a family member after Kurt went to bed.

    Kurt addressed what was said about both Jack Swagger and Randy Orton and he had since talked with Orton and things between them are fine, he has no issues with Swagger

    The interview can be heard at Archive.org, starting at the 30 minute mark.

    * Modeling Pictures of KURT ANGLE’s 24-Year-Old Fiance (Direct Link)

    (Source: Archive.org)

  • Joey Styles Takes Shot At Kurt Angle, Billy Gunn Attends WM

    — Joey Styles took a shot at Kurt Angle tonight on Twitter for claiming that his account was hacked, writing: “I’m watching Jack Swagger apply the Ankle Lock to The King and wondering if anyone’s twitter account will be hacked.”

    CM Punk wrote earlier today, “My twitter account was hacked”, is the new: “I’m a sloppy drunk douche”.

    — Former WWE star Billy Gunn was backstage at WrestleMania XXVII last night.

    — Chris Jericho appears on the syndicated show Rachael Ray Tuesday to discuss Dancing with the Stars.

    source: PWInsider.com

  • CM Punk Trashes Kurt Angle: “Sloppy Drunk Douche”

    As we’ve been covering here on the site, Kurt Angle went on a rant on Twitter last night – accusing Randy Orton, Jack Swagger and Jerry Lawler for “stealing” his wrestling moves at WrestleMania.

    Randy Orton responded to Angle’s accusations, which you can read here.

    Angle then responded to that – claiming his Twitter account was actually hacked – and it wasn’t him who made the posts.

    CM Punk has chimed in on the Kurt Angle situation, providing some enlightening insight as to what really happened with Angle’s Twitter account. Punk tweeted on Monday:

    “my twitter account was hacked”, is the new: “I’m a sloppy drunk douche”.

    Couldn’t have said it better ourselves.

  • Angle Claims His Twitter Was Hacked, Apologizes For Remarks

    TNA Wrestling performer Kurt Angle, a former WWE Champion, posted numerous messages on his Twitter account last night during WrestleMania XXVII criticizing Randy Orton, Jack Swagger, Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler for using his trademark finishing maneuvers during their respective matches. Orton responded to Angle on the site, saying ‘everything’s been done’ and that a wrestler using another’s move should be considered a sign of respect.

    Angle has since changed his tune on the matter as he claimed today that his Twitter account was hacked. He adds that most of the tweets in question weren’t from him.

    “I just found out somebody hacked into my Twitter account,” Angle wrote. “Most of those tweets weren’t from me. I just found out today. I will find out.

    “Who would do this? I don’t know why somebody would pretend to be me. I apologize for the remarks. I’m not a twitter guy so I rarely use it.”

    Below is his statement in its entirety:

    “To anyone I upset, I am sorry. I didn’t watch W-mania last night. I DID get a lot of tweets during Show. About Orton, Swagger,etc.Who cares?”

    “I think the whole thing is Halarious. How I upset all of U amazes me.I don’t read dirt sheets,but u heard they r upset.They’re ‘dirt’ sheets.”

    “I Hope that W-mania was entertaining for all of You, especially ‘The Rock’. Oh, and Orton-relax, I won’t beat ur ass. You can use my move:).”

    “2 Randy Orton’s credit, I Heard He had the best match of the night. Good for You! Btw,I Never used Shamrock’s finish while he still wrestled.”

    “There’s a big difference to using a Finish somebody did b4 U, and is doing while U still Wrestle. The fact is, I don’t care. Sorry everybody.”

    “Lastly,I just found out somebody hacked into my Twitter account.Most of those tweets weren’t from me.I just found out today. I will find out.”

    “Who would do this? I don’t know why somebody would pretend to be me. I apologize for the remarks. I’m not a twitter guy so I rarely use it.”

    “On a side note,Randy and I discussed the Angle Slam.I am happy Orton used my Finish.As he put it,imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.”

    “Good Luck Randy. Thank You for reaching out to me!!!”

    “Remember that Wrestlemania is an Event bigger than all of us. If You enjoyed it, great. That’s most important. Social networking is a Bitch.”

  • Angle Not Happy With WWE Stars Using His Moves At ‘Mania

    TNA Wrestling performer Kurt Angle, a former WWE Champion, posted numerous messages on his Twitter account during WrestleMania XXVII criticizing Randy Orton, Jack Swagger, Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler for using his trademark finishing maneuvers during their respective matches.

    The tweets are as follows:

    “To WWE wrestlers, Don’t use my Finish. Get more Creative. Hmmmm- Orton. Did I say that.”

    “I heard Orton had an Awesome match though. Ur welcome. Lol.”

    “I guess Swagger will use my Ankle Lock as well.Very creative. I’m the Best in the World. You Guys will never be Kurt Angle.can I get an AMEN.”

    “Kurt Angle will never die. TNA. WWE. I’m a leader. Not follower.”

    “Why would WWE use my finishes? Is it because I won’t go back? R Orton- Angle Slam. M Cole- Ankle Lock? They have some nerve.”

    “Jerry Lawlor did it too. But He is a Legend. WWE really stuck it to Me.No Love lost. I’m glad that I helped Your biggest Event of the Year:)”

  • Kurt Angle Arrest Update: Officer Contradicts Angle’s Story

    The Associated Press has published a report on Kurt Angle’s arrest Friday morning in North Dakota, who was found sitting behind the wheel of a sport utility vehicle in the median of a highway following Thursday’s TNA Wrestling live event in Fargo.

    Check Out: Kurt Angle’s MUGSHOT Picture from Friday’s Arrest

    The report features comments from Highway Patrol Capt. Kevin Robson contradicting Angle’s claims on Twitter.

    A passer-by reported that a vehicle was in the median at approximately 12:15 a.m. on Friday morning. Angle claimed on Twitter that he called police.

    A trooper arrived on the scene and smelled alcohol in Angle’s vehicle. He failed a field sobriety test. Angle was arrested and charged with being in control of a motor vehicle while intoxicated.

    Angle claimed in a Twitter post that he was not drunk but was in ice storm and his car slid into three feet of snow.

    “Don’t believe everything you read,” Angle wrote. “My life is good and this is a speed bump in the road. The truth will come out.”

    Angle was released after posting $300 cash bond. He wrestled the evening’s live event in Grand Forks in North Dakota.

  • Shawn Daivari Returning To TNA, Kurt Angle Speaks To Children

    — Shawn Daivari (a/k/a Sheik Abdul Bashir) has re-signed with TNA Wrestling, reports SuperLuchas.net. The former X Division Champion is expected to work this week’s iMPACT! tapings in Orlando, Florida.

    Daivari parted ways with TNA Wrestling in December 2009 after requesting his release from the organization. Since that time he has appeared for Ring of Honor and numerous independent promotions.

    — Kurt Angle attended a regional wrestling tournament yesterday in Bemidji, Minnesota. The Olympic Gold Medalist spoke to over 800 children and teens about proper training and education. Video footage is available here.

    — Former TNA talent Raven and Daffney have been announced for WrestleReunion, which takes next Sunday at the Atlanta Marriott.

    source: PWInsider.com

  • Kurt Angle Comments On Arrest, TNA PPV Dates

    — After being arrested yesterday in Grand Forks, North Dakota and charged with “being in control of a motor vehicle while intoxicated,” Kurt Angle worked TNA Wrestling’s live event in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The Olympic gold medalist beat Jarrett in a ten minute bout.

    Angle wrote the following on Twitter about the arrest:

    “Thank U to my supporters. I was not drunk. I was in ice storm and my car slid into 3 ft of snow median. I called police 4 help. They had other plans. I was stuck and wanted to go to my hotel. I was not passed out drunk. I was co-herent. I’m sorry if I let you down. Don’t believe everything You read. My life is good and this is a speed bump in the road. The truth will come out. GOD Bless. I take responsibility for this. My job is to stay clean and never put myself in jeopardy. TMZ blew it out of proportion. After my Hearings, I will give You proper story. GOD Bless. Kurt Angle. I Love You all”

    — TNA Wrestling will be holding pay-per-view events at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida on the following dates: May 15 – Sacrifice; June 12 – Slammiversary; July 10 – Destination X.

    Television tapings are scheduled for the following dates: March 28 & 29; April 19 & 20; May 2, 3, 16, 17, 30 & 31; June 13, 14, 27 & 28; July 11, 12, 25 & 26.

    — Former TNA Knockout Daffney appears at this weekend’s MegaCon in Orlando, Florida (located at Orange County Convention Center Hall D 9899 International Drive).

    sources: F4WOnline.com, PWInsider.com

  • Kurt Angle Arrested After Failing Field Sobriety Test

    TMZ.com is reporting that TNA star Kurt Angle was arrested on Friday morning in North Dakota.

    According to police, the highway patrol in Grand Forks, N.D. found Angle sitting in his parked car in the median separating lanes.

    Angle had reportedly pulled over after hitting an icy patch in the road. Police approached Angle’s parked car, smelled alcohol on Angle’s breath and asked him to take a field sobriety breath. Angle failed the test and was arrested.

    Since police did not catch Angle actually driving while under the influence, he was charged with “being in control of a motor vehicle while intoxicated.

    Here’s the mugshot picture from TMZ.com:

  • Matches Announced For TNA Lockdown – Sting’s Next Defense

    It was announced on iMPACT! that Sting would defend the TNA World Heavyweight Championship at next month’s Lockdown pay-per-view against a challenger to be determined. A No. 1 Contender’s Match between AJ Styles, Bully Ray, Mr. Anderson and Rob Van Dam to determine who would face Sting at the pay-per-view event resulted in a No Decision.

    Earlier in the show, Madison Rayne said she would defend the TNA Women’s Knockouts Championship against Mickie James on the condition that James put her hair on the line. The multi-time WWE Women’s Champion accepted the challenge.

    Also announced was a Lockdown Cage Match between Kurt Angle and Jeff Jarrett.

    Lockdown Cage Match – TNA World Heavyweight Championship Match
    Sting (c) vs. (challenger to be determined)

    Lockdown Cage Match
    Kurt Angle vs. Jeff Jarrett

    Lockdown Cage Match – TNA Women’s Knockout Championship Match
    Madison Rayne (c) vs. Mickie James
    (James’ hair is on the line)

  • Kurt Angle Offers Words Of Support For Jeff Hardy

    TNA star Kurt Angle offers some encouraging words for Jeff Hardy, who is said to be going through some personal issues once again ..

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    I Love Jeff Hardy as a Wrestler and a Man. He is talented and works harder than Anyone. I Hope He can turn it around and overcome obstacles
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    Jeff- You r in my thoughts and Prayers. You always have a Friend You can go to. GOD Bless.

    For more on Jeff Hardy’s recent issues – check out these recent news items:

  • JR Blog: Jeff Hardy, Angle-WWE, Snooki Wrestling

    WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross is back with another blog update, which you can read in its entirety at JRsBarBQ.com. Here are some highlights of what JR said about:

    Snooki Wrestling: “While Snooki’s in ring expertise may never be confused with many past or present WWE Divas, the value of having Snooki on the Wrestlemania card has already been established with the massive amount of main stream PR that the ‘Jersey Shore’ personality has garnered. I was amazed at how short Snooki was as she seemed to be cooperative and professional based on my limited observations of her.”

    Kurt Angle Back in WWE: “Will Kurt Angle ever return to WWE? How would I or any one other than Kurt and the WWE decision makers know the answer to this? However, I’d suggest that most former WWE talents who had the chance to come back to WWE and earn a good, steady living would all entertain that thought. Angle’s greatest professional moments IMO were in WWE and him being able to finish in WWE might make for some compelling TV. Again, not my call.”

    Jeff Hardy’s Recent Issues: “I choose not to respond in detail to recent TNA internal issues as I don’t follow their product closely nor do I know the actual details of what may or may not have occurred over the past few days. However, I do still profess to the philosophy that if one can’t solve a problem one must eliminate it.”

  • Kurt Angle Talks Retiring After TNA, Jeff & Karen, Movies

    Monday Night Mayhem with Kurt Angle
    Hosts: The Big Mosh and “The Chairman of the Board” Todd Vincent
    Report by Paterson from N.J.
    Airs every Monday at 6:00 P.M. (CT)
    Show available at MondayNightMayhem.com.

    The experience of filming “River of Darkness” and how he is trying to mirror what Sylvester Stallone has done in the movie industry: “The movie (‘River of Darkness’), a lot of people will look at it, watch it, and think ‘Wow they put a lot of money into that movie.’ In reality, we only put $30,000 into this movie. North Shore Pictures is growing. What I wanted to do is 15-20 Hollywood films and do my own films. Right now, I’ve done three films in Hollywood, but I also wanted to do is what Sylvester Stallone has done in the movie industry, which is take on his own films, his production company, and come up with great films people would like to watch.”

    * Pictures of KURT ANGLE’s 24-Year-Old Fiance, GIOVANNA YANOITTI

    What fears he had about heading into his current feud with Jeff Jarrett and his ex-wife Karen (especially with his children being seen on national television), if he has been comfortable in everything to this point, and why he credits Hulk Hogan for helping him through this point in his TNA career: “I never wanted to get the kids involved. I know that we have a little bit, but the kids are not allowed to watch the program. We’re going to continue to have them involved. I”m not all for it. There have been a few things I have been uncomfortable with in the storyline and the writing, but I’ve been a trooper, and I’m trying to be a team player. The one person who has really helped me out is Hulk Hogan. He’s really protecting me and making sure nothing gets out of hand. I have to give him a lot of credit, because he’s the one guy I really trust. Dixie Carter is a great woman, and I trust her too, but Hulk Hogan has been the guy. He’s kind of my buffer. I have a lot of respect for him.”

    His reaction to those that feel it’s a foregone conclusion that he will return to the WWE when his TNA contract expires this August, the importance of him transitioning into wrestling part-time, and why that could be the determining factor if he stays with TNA or leaves for the WWE: “I love TNA. I love the way they treat me, I love the way they take care of me. My contract is up in August, and a lot of people think ‘Hey, Kurt Angle is going over to the WWE.’ I can’t really tell you where I’m going, but I do want to say that I am very happy in TNA. We just have to work out our new contract, and God willing, we do it the right way, and I won’t have to worry about coming back to the WWE, but I don’t want to count that out. I love WWE, but I love TNA even more.

    “Hopefully, God willing, Dixie Carter and I can come to an agreement, and I can start wrestling on a part-time basis. I’m forty-two years old right now. Some days I feel like I’m sixty-two. It really comes down to how they use me. my job in the company is to have the best match on the card every Pay-Per-View. In order to do that, I have to be well-rested. I like to do house shows, I love to do TV’s, but I do have to make sure that I am ready for the Pay-Per-Views, because that’s the most important thing. Dixie Carter has been very good about making sure that I will be ready. I do want to sign a deal with TNA with Dixie Carter for the next three years, and I do want to retire in TNA, but I can’t guarantee that I will do that.”

  • Kurt Angle Says He’ll Never Return To WWE & Talks Rock-Cena

    In an interview with the UK Sun, Kurt Angle says he will never be back in WWE and plans to stay with TNA until he retires. Here are some highlights of what Angle said about:

    His Future In Pro Wrestling: “My contract comes up in August/September. I’m going to re-evaluate. But I am NOT going anywhere else. I will stay in TNA, I just need to see how much I’m going to be wresting for them, whether part time or whatever amount of time, but I’m very happy in TNA. A lot of my fans have been asking ‘When are you going back to WWE?’ but I will retire here.”

    He added, “I’m very excited about the product, the company keeps growing and I like to think I’ve been a small part of it. I’m going to stick around and hopefully I’ll do something part time when my contract is up. I think Dixie Carter and myself need to sit down and work it out. I’m not against even working every PPV. I just know that I can’t continuously go on the road and wrestle hundreds of days a year. I’m not able to any more. Not if I’m to be able to perform the way they want me to.”

    The Rock Back In WWE: “I think it’s great. I honestly believe that Rock misses wrestling. He loves the fans. He comes back partially to promote his movies, but the other part is his passion for the fans. He loves being out there and doing things live.”

    “He actually performs better when he is out in front of a crowd live. That’s The Rock. I heard he cut a promo on Cena and I texted him saying I heard about it, and heard it was great. He’s always been the best promo guy I’ve ever known.”

    * Pictures of KURT ANGLE’s 24-Year-Old Fiance, GIOVANNA YANOITTI (Direct Link)

  • Bischoff’s Wrestling Show Picked Up, Dixie Getting Action Figure

    – TruTV has picked up Eric Bischoff and Jason Hervey’s Micro Championship Wrestling series, which is expected to premiere on the cable channel later this year. Production for the ‘midget’ wrestling show will begin next week, with the first taping set for March 9th in Tampa, Florida at The Blue Iguana. Hulk Hogan is scheduled to make a guest appearance on the show.

    For more on Micro Championship Wrestling, visit MCWUSA.us.

    – Dixie Carter wrote on Twitter this week that will be getting her own JAKKS action figure, which will be on sale this year. Insert your own joke here …

    – Kurt Angle will be hosting the Kurt Angle World Teen Championships at the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio from 3/4-3/6.

  • Concern Over Angle’s Health, Tonight’s Big Tapings & More

    – There is concern in TNA over Kurt Angle’s condition after he was pulled from singles main events against Jeff Jarrett at last weekend’s TNA live events. Instead of Angle having to carry a full main event singles match, they had him team with Beer Money to face Jeff Jarrett and Ink Inc. Beer Money carried most of the match, with Angle basically taking part in the match’s finish.

    – Tonight is a big night for TNA – the company will tape the March 3rd episode of iMPACT from Fayetteville, North Carolina. This will be only the second iMPACT! ever taped outside of Orlando.

    Advertised for tonight are the return of Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair vs. AJ Styles, Karen and Jeff Jarrett renewing their wedding vows.

    – Former TNA Knockout Chelsea is now working on a show called The College Experiment, airing Thursday nights on FUEL TV.

  • JR Blog: Elimination Chamber. Jarrett-Angle In TNA

    WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross is back with another blog, which you can read in its entirety at JRsBarBQ.com. Here are some highlights of what JR wrote about:

    SmackDown Going Live: “No…I don’t ever see Friday Night Smackdown going live, full time IE weekly. It might happen occasionally but it isn’t cost effective or travel friendly to do live TV on Mondays, Fridays, and some Sundays and still try to do live event touring. Makes no sense.”

    The Angle-Jarrett storyline in TNA: “An emailer asked me what I thought about recent TNA storylines involving Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Jarrett and their children. I’m not a regular viewer of TNA first of all but what I have seen of this storyline that’s allegedly based in reality isn’t my cup of tea. I could care less what the adults do in their storyline but having minor children involved doesn’t personally work for me. TNA isn’t my hill to die upon and I harbor no ill will toward them but I find it challenging to believe that some individuals actually think that this is effective, episodic TV.”

    Tonight’s Elimination Chamber: “I’m anxiously looking forward to Sunday’s Elimination Chamber PPV from WWE that emanates from Oakland. Obviously, and based on precedent, the Chamber bouts will occupy the majority of the ring time on this event but my focus is on the King vs. Miz bout for the WWE Title. Miz will likely see every trick in the wrestler’s handbook in this one and I don’t expect this title bout to be a marathon. It can’t be a marathon bout if The King Jerry Lawler wants to win the WWE Title IMO. The 61 year old WWE HOF’er, who buried his 90 year old mother on Wednesday, needs to essentially tell us what time it is and not how to make the watch when Jerry looks to make history. Not only would Jerry be the oldest WWE Champion ever, or so I think, he would also be in rarefied air as a WWE Hall of Famer who wins the title after being inducted into the WWE HOF.”

  • Hogan & Flair’s TNA Returns, Kurt Angle Update, GenME

    – Hulk Hogan has been back in the gym training and is getting ready to return to TNA television. Hogan will be at this week’s iMPACT! tapings and wrote on Twitter that he’s “Getting ready to go to Orlando.”

    – Another legend set to return to TNA at tonight’s iMPACT! tapings is Ric Flair. The “Nature Boy,” who has been out of action since the blow up he had while on the recent European tour, is currently dealing with a shoulder injury.

    Flair reportedly suffered a torn his rotator cuff in a match with Doug Williams. Sources had expected Ric Flair to undergo surgery, meaning he would have been out for around 4 months, but he has decided to skip it for now and return back to work.

    – While Kurt Angle teased retirement after losing to Jeff Jarrett at last night’s Against All Odds pay-per-view, he is confirmed for the Victory Road pay-per-view on March 13th. Per the stipulations last night, Angle now must walk Karen Jarrett down the aisle on the March 3rd iMPACT when she and Jeff renew their vows. Angle taking his boots off and leaving them in the ring at the PPV was a symbolic guesture that is done when amateur wrestlers are ending their careers.

    – Max and Jeremy Buck posted messages on their Twitter accounts last night apologizing for not being able to make the Against All Odds pay-per-view.

    (Source: PWInsider.com)