-WWE Hall Of Famer “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair is scheduled to make an appearance at a mixed-martial-arts event in Florida on Saturday, November 23rd. The MMA Unleashed promotion announced that Flair will be appearing at a pre-show meet-and-greet at the event scheduled for the Charlotte Harbor Event Center in Punta Gorda, Florida. For more information, visit XSELive.com.

-The official WWE website has released a number of storyline-driven interviews following Sunday’s WWE Hell In A Cell pay-per-view in Miami, Florida. Included were Cody Rhodes and Goldust, who talk about their defense of the WWE Tag-Team Championships on Sunday night, AJ Lee vowing to be the WWE Divas Champion forever and Fandango talking about his “secret weapon,” Summer Rae, and their victory in the mixed-tag-team match at Hell In A Cell. You can check out all of these interviews online at WWE.com.

HUGE Update On If & When Ric Flair Will Return To WWE — CLICK HERE!

– There are reports that WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair recently finished up a stint in rehab, which is why he’s back to taking bookings now. Flair has been telling people he was resting up in Florida with his daughter, but Dave Meltzer of F4Wonline.com reports that WWE encouraged Flair to go to rehab.

– On Monday’s WWE RAW, Cody Rhodes and Goldust made history by capturing the WWE Tag Team championships from The Shield’s Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins. While original plans called for the title change to take place at Hell in a Cell, Vince McMahon made the call on Monday afternoon for the title change to take place later in the evening.

As of this writing, Cody Rhodes & Goldust will be defending the tag titles against The Shield and The Uso’s at Hell in a Cell.

(Information from F4Wonline.com was used in this report)

-WWE Hall Of Famer “Nature Boy” Ric Flair is once again accepting independent pro wrestling bookings. Following the SummerSlam fiasco, WWE wanted Flair to get help, which led to him canceling all of his existing bookings. Flair told promoters that he was dealing with a reoccurring problem and hospitalization with blood clots in his legs. Flair told some of his close friends that he was staying in Florida with his daughter,, resting up and staying off of the road for a bit.

-As noted previously, WWE Hall Of Famer Dusty Rhodes upset Stephanie McMahon during their recent in-ring segment on WWE RAW. In addition to Rhodes putting his hand in Stephanie’s face, it is said that he was going off the planned script quite a bit, and Stephanie was trying to steer him back on track.

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[Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter]

-The presale code for the next WWE RAW from Dallas, Texas is “DALLAS.” The presale will go until Friday, for the RAW on Monday, December 16th, which will be the post-WWE TLC pay-per-view edition of the show.

-Former WWE Superstar Chris Jericho’s band, Fozzy, will be performing on Tuesday night, October 1st in Tempe, Arizona at Club Red and on Wednesday, October 2nd in Las Vegas, Nevada at Count’s Vamp’d Rock Bar & Grill.

-For those who keep track of this sort of stuff, there were multiple Ric Flair references during some big college football games recently. On the ESPN game on Thursday, when talking about Ohio State coach Urban Meyer, Rece Davis said, “to be the best, you gotta beat the best,” which was followed up with Jesse Palmer throwing in a “Woooo!” Also, during halftime of the Saturday game between Miami and USF, one of the announcers talked about a Miami player who was “playing dirty like Ric Flair out there,” which was also followed up by a passionate “Woooo!”

SEVERAL *KEY SEGMENTS* For Monday’s RAW ALREADY REVEALED — Details Here!

-A number of WWE Superstars, including Big Show and The Prime Time Players have posted Tout videos sharing their feelings on the Rhodes Family appearing on Monday’s edition of WWE RAW. You can check those out online at Tout.com.

-Speaking of the Rhodes Family on RAW, both Goldust and Randy Orton have commented on the angle coming up this Monday in new tweets. You can check those out below:

Randy Orton:

So the Rhodes boys will be at #Raw Monday. Should be interesting.

Dustin “Goldust” Rhodes:

Upset the established order and there will be chaos! #RhodesDynasty #raw monday night! @WWE

-In the Extras portion of the new “Triple H: Thy Kingdom Come” WWE DVD, which was released in stores this past week, “The Game” revealed that former WWE Superstar Mark Jindrak, not Batista, was originally supposed to be the fourth member of the former Evolution faction, which also included Ric Flair and Randy Orton. In fact, the company went as far as to shoot vignettes of Jindrak with the group, which you can see pictured below:

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As announced earlier, WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross is retiring after 20 years with the company.

Aside from Jim Ross wanting to focus on “other business ventures” (most notably his JR’s Barbecue company), the Wrestling Observer reports that WWE Chairman Vince McMahon had a role in his departure.

According to Observer report, Ross and McMahon met earlier todayto discuss Ross’s future with the company, which led to the decision for Ross to retire.

It’s being said that Ric Flair’s unruly behavior at the WWE 2K14 panel during SummerSlam weekend was a contributing factor in his departure. WWE management felt that Ross, who hosted the event, should have cut off Ric Flair when he went off-script and made several controversial remarks in front of WWE & 2K Sports executives.

(Source: f4wonline.com)

It is an interesting “day in history” for pro wrestling today, September 9th. WWE Hall Of Famer “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair had his official WWE (WWF at the time) debut match on this day in 1991. Flair defeated Jim Powers at a television taping in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Also on this day, in 2000, former WWE Superstar Rhino defeated Kid Kash for the ECW Television Title. That is interesting to note because Rhino would end up being the final ECW TV Champion in history, as he would hold onto the belt until the company folded in April of 2001.

On this day in 2008, current TNA Impact Wrestling star Kurt Angle was found not guilty of driving under the influence and careless driving in a Allegheny County, Pennsylvania courtroom. Angle was arrested for one of his earlier DUI’s after a witness filed a complaint. Angle’s lawyer would later challenge the use of the witness, since police could not corroborate her claims.

Huge *SPOILER* On How TNA Plans To Bring Kurt Angle Back To TV! [READ HERE >>]

– As part of their continued efforts to provide viewership engagement data for the television industry, Twitter has purchased Trendrr, the company that reports the weekly “social media score” for shows such as WWE RAW, SmackDown & Total Divas.

– Paul Heyman’s Heyman Hustle blog has posted exclusive pictures of Ric Flair from the controversial WWE 2K14 “30 Years of WrestleMania” panel from SummerSlam weekend in Los Angeles, California. Flair got a lot of heat for his conduct during the panel due to his conduct. To view the photos, visit HeymanHustle.com.

* RIC FLAIR Explains His Actions At The WWE 2K14 Panel – Was He Really Drunk?

– John Cena tweeted the following about Monday’s WWE RAW:

“I’ve said it before ill say it again no 1 person is bigger than @WWE hated watching from home, but what a #RAW last night!”

– Part 2 of The Steve Austin Show featuring Ric Flair is now online and can be heard at this link.

– The man who portrayed Natalya’s crush on Sunday’s episode of WWE Total Divas was Rod Rage, who previously wrestled for Canada’s Stampede Wrestling.

-A new upstart promotion, XSE, was recently forced to cancel their scheduled debut events when WWE Hall Of Famer “Nature Boy” Ric Flair, who was advertised as their main attraction, pulled out of the booking in favor of another show in Virginia.

-Ring Of Honor wrestler QT Marshall worked the WWE NXT television tapings on Thursday night. Marshall, who recently worked the ROH “Manhattan Mayhem” show, jobbed in a match to NXT star Aiden English. For those interested, full NXT spoiler results for the next four weeks are available on the newsboard.

-WWE Superstar Dolph Ziggler will be making an appearance at the Army National Guard Recruiting Office in Rio Rancho, New Mexico on Sunday, August 25th from 12:30pm-2:30pm. WWE runs Rio Rancho this weekend with a WWE live event.

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-As noted recently, part one of the Ric Flair interview on the “Steve Austin Show” is available online. The following is a quote from the interview, where Flair addresses the controversy stemming from his behavior at the recent WWE 2K14 symposium.

Flair said, ” don’t know what happened last night. They told me to entertain ’em and I did. But apparently it wasn’t received the way it was supposed to be. The people who are running the game loved it but the problem is corporate WWE gets mad at me, number one, which upsets me because I love the company and respect them so much. I guess we just drifted and told stories and they wanted the focus of the evening to be about the game.”

Check out part one of the interview online at PodcastOne.com.

-WWE Superstar Rey Mysterio will be making a personal appearance at the Sports Arena Home Depot in San Diego on August 24th from 1-3pm. The first 300 fans to show up will get to meet Mysterio and receive a custom mask and autograph.

UPDATE: What Is Ric Flair’s Future With WWE? [FIND OUT HERE >>]

WWE.com has published part two of their interview with NXT Diva Charlotte, daughter of Ric Flair. Here are some highlights:

WWE.COM: Did your father ever suggest the possibility of you following in his footsteps?

CHARLOTTE: It was something he always said I would be phenomenal at, but not something he pushed. Dad always pushed me to pursue college sports and a degree. He said wrestling would always be there. When I finally told my dad I wanted to give it a go, he said, “OK, kid, let’s get you in ring shape.” I’ll never forget the first day I hit the ropes with my dad and little brother. He’s always believed in me, no matter what I wanted to do.

WWE.COM: Describe the experience of being able to pave your own legacy.

CHARLOTTE: I am not the same person I was a year ago because I have learned so much in WWE’s developmental system. Words cannot explain what we do. It is the toughest obstacle that I have ever tackled. Not only do you have to be an athlete, but you have to be an entertainer as well. I’ve always been a natural performer, but being an entertainer was foreign to me. I try to incorporate some of my dad’s signature moves in with mine just because it is sentimental to me. Yes, I am my own person, but I will never want to go through my career without a part of him with me.

WWE.COM: Speaking of which, your father was on hand for your debut match at NXT. What did that mean to you?

CHARLOTTE: Surreal is the only word I can think of. … My dad will be proud of me no matter how grand the stage is. Having him there was so special, but some of the most joyful moments that night were getting to introduce him to all the talent, coaches and staff that I work with. I was proud to show Dad that I was doing well in a business where he is idolized as one of the greatest of all time. The entire night was unforgettable to me. Obviously doing the “Flair Strut” at the end was pretty amazing, too!

WWE.COM: As we stand here today, what is your current goal?

CHARLOTTE: To be the next NXT Women’s Champion.

* PHOTOS of NXT Diva CHARLOTTE Before She Was Signed To WWE

-The Bella Twins filmed their scheduled appearance for the USA Network series “Psych” in Vancouver this past Wednesday and Thursday. Their episode will air on the next season of the show.

-Speaking of the Bella Twins, Nikki Bella recently noted that she is continuing to receive physical therapy on her shin as it heals. There is still no definite word on when she’ll be able to return to in-ring action.

-The official WWE website has added part two of their interview with Ric Flair’s daughter, NXT Diva Charlotte. You can check that out online at WWE.com.

WWE News.

-Part one of the episode of the “Steve Austin Show” everyone has been waiting for is finally available, for free, online. The first installment of a three-hour interview between WWE Hall Of Famers “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair can be heard at PodcastOne.com.

-ROH recently announced that the IWGP Jr. Tag-Team Titles from New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) will be defended at their “Death Before Dishonor” event on September 20th in Philadelphia.

ROH issued the following:

HISTORY IN THE MAKING…
The IWGP Jr. Tag Titles To Be Defended In Philly!

It has been over a year since the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Tag Titles were defended in the United States, coincidentally by The Forever Hooligans during their very first reign as champions. In fact, in the 15 year history of the championships, a Stateside defense is something that has only happened on four occasions. That will change on September 20th when Ring of Honor comes to Philadelphia for “Death Before Dishonor XI”!

On that night, in a bout officially sanctioned by New Japan Pro Wrestling, the current IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Tag Team Champions The Forever Hooligans (Alex Koslov & Rocky Romero) will make their third title defense against The American Wolves (Davey Richards & Eddie Edwards)!

“It is an honor to have this IWGP championship match taking place during our Philadelphia event.” said ROH Match Maker Nigel McGuinness, “It will already be an historic night as we crown a brand new World Champion and now, with the addition of this New Japan sanctioned bout, September 20, 2013 will be a night that wrestling fans around the world will remember forever. These are two of the finest tag teams in the world today and if their previous encounters are any indication, this contest could be a show-stealer!”

The history of these two units is well known. From Rocky & Davey’s championships days together in ROH as part of The No Remorse Corps to their days teaming in New Japan where they also claimed the IWGP Jr. Tag Titles to the athletic rivalry that has sprung up in 2013 between The Wolves and The Hooligans, these four men have proven time and again that tag team wrestling is alive and well in both ROH and NJPW.

Now, in a rivalry that has been dominated by The Wolves and has already seen the ROH World Tag Team Titles change hands back at “All Star Extravaganza V”, Davey, Eddie, Rocky, and Alex will collide one more time on 9/20 and the prestigious IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Tag Titles will be on the line! Plus, win or lose, The Hooligans will also be in action on 9/21 as part of the “Ring of Honor Wrestling” TV Tapings!

“Death Before Dishonor XI” weekend will go down in history as one of the most important in ROH history and with addition of this IWGP Jr. Tag Title match, it just became even more important! Do not miss out as history is made in Philadelphia! Tickets on-sale now!!!

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-As noted yesterday, the man who got the Ryback “bully treatment” on Monday’s RAW was independent wrestler Christian Cole. The man who suffered the wrath of WWE’s lead bully on SmackDown this past Friday night was former CZW Champion Drake Younger.

-TechnologyTell.com recently published an article regarding the already infamous WWE 2K14 symposium, which featured an intoxicated “Nature Boy” Ric Flair hijacking the proceedings. As noted, Flair is in extremely hot water with WWE management, specifically for burying Daniel Bryan, mentioning TNA at a WWE event and talking far too much about wrestlers drinking alcohol.

Check out the article online at TechnologyTell.com.

24WRESTLING.COM – WWE News and Spoilers

-As we reported earlier today, WWE was said to be furious at the Ric Flair ordeal during the WWE2K14 press conference on Saturday. Despite the fact the WWE side is not happy with Flair for his conduct during the presser, apparently the 2K Sports representatives weren’t upset at all about it.

For more information about the Ric Flair situation, and in-depth backstage details on WWE’s reaction to everything that went down, read the following exclusive article at 24Wrestling.com.

-Another note coming out of the presser, although it shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone reading this, is that Mick Foley went on record guaranteeing the fans that he can never wrestle again, even if he wanted to.

WWE SummerSlam Live Results Coverage

WWE Hall of Famer “Stone Cold” Steve Austin spoke to Variety.com this week to hype SummerSlam and the new WWE 2K14 video game. During the interview, Austin spoke about being “pissed off” that the show never got an additional season.

“When that show didn’t come back, I was pissed off,” Austin said. “It was a great show. The numbers were very good. We had a great time doing it. Why they didn’t bring it back still baffles me to this day because I loved doing that show. It was a great way to be in the business I know and love without having to be in the ring taking lumps.”

Steve also plugged his podcast which will feature Ric Flair as a special guest this week.

“Whether’s it one hour or six hours or whatever, he’s my favorite pro-wrestler of all time,” Austin said. “I had a wonderful career that I’m proud of, but when I look in the dictionary of pro-wrestler, I see the picture of Ric Flair. I’m looking forward to talking with him about his career in ring.”

* WWE Summerslam 2013 Results & SPOILERS Revealed

-As noted earlier today, Ric Flair appeared at the SummerSlam Axxess festivities in Los Angeles. Additionally, “The Nature Boy” will also be a part of the special 2K Sports party later today in Los Angeles.

-Also scheduled to appear at the 2K Sports party today is WWE Superstar Rey Mysterio.

-Despite rumors, Hulk Hogan is not scheduled for anything related to WWE in Los Angeles this weekend. Following the Brooke Hogan release in TNA Impact Wrestling on Friday, rumors began swirling that “The Hulkster” would appear at some of the WWE-related activities in Los Angeles this weekend.

-And finally, WWE legend The Ultimate Warrior is in Los Angeles today. Warrior is on hand for some 2K Sports-related obligations, as he is part of the upcoming WWE 2K14 video game.

WWE SummerSlam Spoilers

[Credit: F4WOnline.com]

-WWE Hall Of Famer “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair will be making a special appearance at the WWE SummerSlam Axxess festivities in Los Angeles on Saturday at 11:00am local time. For tickets, visit AXS.com.

-Former WWE Superstar Sean “X-Pac” Waltman is the latest to chime in on Twitter regarding Darren Young’s decision to come out of the closet as a homosexual earlier this week. Waltman wrote, “Just want to throw my support out to @DarrenYoungWWE. A credit to the WWE & the human race. God bless.”

-On late Friday evening, the number one trending item overall on Twitter was “Brooke Hogan.” Coming in just behind Brooke at number two, was “#SmackDown.”

-WWE Superstar John Cena recently tweeted about the new “John Cena Fast Lane” App for mobile users. Cena wrote, “Thanks @WWE @WWEUniverse love the #fastlane app! I’m hooked! Download it see what u think. Enjoy!”

WWE SummerSlam Spoilers

The following are highlights from a new WWE.com interview with NXT Diva Charlotte, who is the daughter of WWE Hall Of Famer “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair.

WWE.COM: What was it like growing up with one of the greatest performers of all time as your father?

CHARLOTTE: Honestly, I grew up very privileged, and I am so thankful for the opportunities my dad’s career was able to provide. I have had the opportunity to travel the world, and I’ve met so many incredible people from all walks of life. I truly believe growing up in Charlotte, N.C., which was once a very small city, is what kept me grounded. I am still friends with the kids I went to kindergarten with.

Yes, our family is extremely well known in North Carolina; at the same time when you have lived in the same place your entire life, everyone gets to know you. When Dad and I would walk into a restaurant, it wouldn’t be the same reaction as we would get somewhere else, because the community as a whole knew us.

WWE.COM: How much of a difference existed between the Ric Flair that the world knew compared to the Ric Flair you grew up with?

CHARLOTTE: None. The sport of professional wrestling was and is my dad’s life. I truly believe he is loved and hated by so many because he is one of a few in history that can take an audience through an array of emotions. My dad has never been afraid to show emotion in public or at home. At sporting events he would be the first to tear up when I hit the stage. I think he was also the first inductee to cry on stage during the 2008 Hall of Fame Ceremony, when Triple H inducted him. My dad did everything he could to put food on the table.

WWE.COM: How true are all the stories of Ric Flair’s generosity?

CHARLOTTE: About three years ago I remember riding with my dad the day before Christmas Eve, and he was giving out gifts to people he knew at our local grocery store, favorite restaurants and even our local hair dresser. If I asked him to bring me a Gatorade to volleyball practice, he would bring four. On the other hand, when Dad was on TV talking about owning $800 alligator boots, he wasn’t kidding.

Some people criticize because they think my dad still wants to be active because he still wants the limousines and jets. The truth is, he does still want to be active and in the public because his life has been dedicated to our industry. Dad loves his fans and constantly wants to give back.

Check out the complete interview online at WWE.com.

WWE SummerSlam 2013 Results

According to sources, there are currently negotiations going on between WWE and Ric Flair about the possibility of the double-WWE Hall Of Fame inductee signing a new deal with the company.

Apparently, if he re-signs, WWE is interested in using Flair in a role where he can be used by the company for promotional purposes, as well as having him around to move new Flair-related merchandise.

The only negative, as far as Flair’s side of the deal is concerned, is that WWE wouldn’t want him associating himself with projects such as the North Carolina lottery, which is a simple gig that has earned “The Nature Boy” a nice chunk of change.

Ric Flair To Be A Manager Upon WWE Return? Kurt Angle’s Rehab Status

[Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter]

-“The Nature Boy” Ric Flair will be making an appearance on Saturday, August 3rd in Ringgold, Georgia at the AWF Arena from 6-8pm. For more information, visit AWFWow.com.

Speaking of Flair, the WWE Hall Of Famer recently posted the following tweet in remembrance of his son, Reid Flair, who tragically passed away earlier thiis year.

Reid in Tokyo at All Japan Am Nationals. He won 2nd Place. Miss you champ. pic.twitter.com/eEPSkHwVOJ

-With WWE taking more frequent trips to the European market in recent years, the official website of WWE questions whether or not the WWE European Championship would carry with it more significance these days. You can check out an interesting read titled, “The Forgotten Legacy Of The WWE European Championship” online at WWE.com.

-The story of Jake “The Snake” Roberts attempting to get in one final WWE Royal Rumble match has started to gain some traction with the mainstream media. The story first appeared on TMZ.com, and has since been picked up by The Examiner and the International Business Times.

WWE’s Thoughts On Jake Roberts In The Royal Rumble + Wyatt Family News

-Mandatory.com recently published a humorous article detailing why WWE Hall Of Famer “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair should be the next President of the United States of America. You can check out the feature online at Mandatory.com.

-WWE will be making their return to Hidalgo, Texas on September 27th. Tickets go on sale online for the WWE live event in Hidalgo starting this Saturday, August 3rd.

-Sinclair Broadcasting, the television home for Ring Of Honor, issued the following press release on Monday afternoon:

BALTIMORE, JULY 29, 2013 — – Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) (the “Company” or “Sinclair”) announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the stock of Perpetual Corporation and the equity interest of Charleston Television, LLC, both owned and controlled by the Allbritton family (“Allbritton”), for an aggregate purchase price of $985.0 million. The Allbritton stations consist of seven ABC Network affiliates, covering 4.9% of the U.S. TV households, and NewsChannel 8, a 24-hour cable/satellite news network covering the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Completion of the transaction is subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including approval by the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) and antitrust clearance, as applicable. The Company anticipates that the transaction will close and fund in the fourth quarter of 2013, subject to the satisfaction of the closing conditions. The Company expects to fund the purchase price at closing through a bank loan and/or by accessing the capital markets.

To comply with FCC local television ownership rules, Sinclair expects to sell the license and certain related assets of its existing stations in Birmingham, AL – WABM (MNT) and WTTO (CW), Harrisburg/Lancaster/Lebanon/York, PA – WHP (CBS), and Charleston, SC – WMMP (MNT) and to provide sales and other non-programming support services to each of these stations pursuant to customary shared services and joint sales agreements.

The Allbritton stations to be owned and operated are:

Station Affil. Market DMA(1)
WJLA ABC Washington, DC 8
WBMA ABC Birmingham/Tuscaloosa/Anniston, AL (2) 42
WCFT ABC Birmingham/Tuscaloosa/Anniston, AL(2) 42
WJSU ABC Birmingham/Tuscaloosa/Anniston, AL(2) 42
WHTM ABC Harrisburg/Lancaster/Lebanon/York, PA 43
KATV ABC Little Rock/Pine Bluff, AR 56
KTUL ABC Tulsa, OK 59
WSET ABC Roanoke/Lynchburg, VA 68
WCIV ABC Charleston, SC 98

(1) Represents television designated market areas according to the Nielsen Company. The numbers in the column represent the ranking in terms of size of the DMA out of the 210 generally recognized DMAs in the United States.

(2) WJSU and WCFT, along with associated low-power station WBMA, simulcast all local and network programming to the combined market.

In addition, the Company will acquire Allbritton’s NewsChannel 8, the region’s only 24-hour local cable/satellite news network dedicated to covering news, weather, sports and local information to over 2 million households in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area.

“We are thrilled to add the Allbritton properties to our growing portfolio and national footprint,” commented David Smith, President and CEO of Sinclair. “To buy a full-blown news operation in our nation’s capital and an infrastructure that allows us to be connected to our branches of government and be at the pulse of national issues is a once-in-a lifetime event. We are especially excited to acquire the NewsChannel 8 local news channel, not only for the content it can provide our existing news stations, but moreover because their regional cable presence provides the perfect platform should we decide to expand it into other markets, especially given the amount of local news we produce across our entire portfolio.”

Including the Allbritton station acquisitions, all previously announced acquisitions, and pro forma for expected synergies, the Company’s 2011 and 2012 net broadcast revenues would have been $1.609 billion and $1.865 billion, respectively. The $985.0 million purchase price represents an 8.7x multiple of the average 2011-2012 cash flow including $21.5 million of operating synergies, which excludes any synergies associated with rolling out a national news cable channel. At an 8.5x enterprise to cash flow multiple, the additional synergies create approximately $1.83 of added equity value.

Update On Ric Flair’s WWE TV Return + News On Huge Changes To SummerSlam […]

WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair has issued his first public comments since a judge issued a warrant for his arrest due to his failure to pay spousal support to his estranged wife,  Jackqueline Beems.

Flair told the Charlotte Observer:

“The reason I didn’t pay my ex-wife the 32 grand is because my son died and I was in the hospital for a month,” Flair said. “I was in the hospital for a month with a blood clot. I didn’t go to work for three months.”

Flair’s ex-wife, Jackqueline Beems, turned herself into police earlier this week and was charged with harrassing Flair’s new girlfriend, which is a misdemeanor. [Mugshot] Beems’ lawyer  calls the allegations “unfounded and outlandish,” but Ric Flair says:

“My girlfriend Wendy Kidder is the mother of four and she has 50 texts and five phone (voice-)mails from my ex-wife,” he said. “They didn’t give Wendy a warrant for arrest without looking at all of that stuff.”

The following is off the AP Newswire:

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) – A judge has issued an arrest order for former professional wrestling champion Ric Flair for not paying his estranged wife more than $32,000 in spousal support.

The Charlotte Observer reports that Flair, whose real name is Richard Morgan Fliehr, was ordered to pay $4,000 a month to Jacqueline Beems, who filed for a legal separation last summer. Court documents say Flair didn’t pay $32,352.51 following two court orders.

Documents say the arrest order was issued on July 3, but Flair can avoid jail if he pays what he owes.

Beems was charged Tuesday with making a harassing phone call. She’s accused of making a series of calls to Flair’s girlfriend.

Beems was released on a $500 unsecured bond, and her attorney calls the charges “unfounded and outlandish.”

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