-According to one report, next Monday’s edition of WWE RAW will feature WWE COO Triple H addressing the talent who got involved in the main event of this past Monday’s RAW.
-The WWE videos of NXT talent in “promo class” that wound up on the internet were apparently leaked, and were not designed to be released to the public. Apparently most of the leaks occur on Monday’s and Tuesday’s, which are travel days for WWE talent.
WWE.com has published a video of COO Triple H talking about what will happen to the wrestlers who came to the ring and helped Daniel Bryan at the conclusion of Monday’s RAW.
Michael Cole asked Triple H if the superstars will be punished. Triple H says he doesn’t have time to walk around and punish people for actions like that. There’s a lot of jealousy in WWE with only a certain few people at the top of the card.
Triple H said his friend Floyd Mayweather is the most hated man in boxing. His success creates anger, jealousy and bitterness – and that’s what we are seeing now in WWE.
He will address the superstars who helped Daniel Bryan on SmackDown, but the issue is so far beneath him, he doesn’t feel like he should have to deal with it.
When asked about the fast count in the main event of Night of Champions and why it appeared he didn’t want to hear Daniel Bryan’s story, Triple H said Daniel Bryan is crying conspiracy and what occured spoke for itself. Triple H said he’ll continue to look into the situation, but Daniel Bryan will get a rematch against Randy Orton at Battleground – with the winner being crowned the WWE Champion.
Triple H also spoke aabout Randy Orton being the new face of WWE, Dusty Rhodes’ actions on RAW and more.
-New Hampshire’s own Triple H was recently interviewed by NHMagazine.com about growing up there, as well as breaking into the business and later transitioning to the management side of things with WWE. Fans interested in checking out that interview can do so online at NHMagazine.com.
-The WWE Total Divas reality show will be broadcast on Sky Sports 3 in the United Kingdom starting September 30th.
-The official E! website has added the “Total Divas After Party” reunion special. During the special, WWE Superstar John Cena says he will not propose to WWE Diva and his real-life girlfriend, Nikki Bella. You can check the special out for yourself online at EOnline.com.
WWE returns to Cincinnati, Ohio on Tuesday night to tape this week’s edition of WWE SmackDown and WWE Main Event.
While no official matches or segments have been announced ahead of time, WWE will obviously continue to push the situation surrounding the vacant WWE Championship, as well as the latest developments in the Triple H, Randy Orton and Daniel Bryan saga.
WWE will also focus on the World Heavyweight Championship picture and feud between Alberto Del Rio and Rob Van Dam, which the controversial intentional disqualification during their match at Sunday’s WWE Night Of Champions pay-per-view.
Advertised for tonight’s WWE television tapings are Triple H, Randy Orton, Daniel Bryan, Alberto Del Rio, Rob Van Dam, Ricardo Rodriguez, Stephanie McMahon, Big Show, Dolph Ziggler, The Shield, The Real Americans, The Wyatt Family, Big E. Langston, AJ Lee and Kaitlyn.
While it is subject to change, the advertised post-show dark-match is Randy Orton vs. Daniel Bryan for the vacant WWE Championship, as well as a six-man tag match involving The Shield and a trio of babyfaces.
Anyone who is attending tonight’s WWE television tapings in Cincinnati, feel free to send in a live report to be published here on the website.
-As seen on WWE RAW on Monday night, WWE COO Triple H stripped Daniel Bryan of the WWE Championship. Bryan won the title from Randy Orton via pinfall at the WWE Night Of Champions pay-per-view on Sunday night. However, due to an alleged fast count by senior official Scott Armstrong, “The Game” decided to strip Bryan of the title and hold the title up until further notice.
-One WWE Hall Of Famer who won’t be surprised to hear about the aforementioned news of the WWE Championship being stripped from Daniel Bryan is Mick Foley. Foley wrote on Twitter prior to the start of Monday’s RAW show:
“Something tells me that last night’s 3-count will be called into question tonight on #RAW.”
-WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes officially married Brandi Reed this past Thursday. The two have apparently not yet gone on their honeymoon yet, as Rhodes noted on his official Twitter account that he and his new bride watched the Floyd Mayweather vs. Canelo Alvarez boxing pay-per-view from their home on Saturday night.
-WWE Superstar and executive Triple H recently posted a tweet to hype tonight’s WWE Night Of Champions pay-per-view. HHH wrote:
“Headed to tonight’s “Night of Champions” in Detroit. Is @WWEDanielBryan on level of @RandyOrton ? Will @HeymanHustle survive @CMPunk? #BFB”
-WWE executive and part-time Superstar Triple H recently posted a tweet on his official Twitter account hyping tonight’s Floyd Mayweather vs. Canelo Alvarez boxing pay-per-view, including information on how to order the show (which happens to be the same weekend that WWE is asking their fans to buy their show the very next night). HHH wrote:
“You going to watch @FloydMayweather fight? I am!!! 45-0– Order the fight by going here http://sports.sho.com/order #TheOne”
-WWE’s Vickie Guerrero announced on this week’s SmackDown show that Ricardo Rodriguez would not be allowed to be in Rob Van Dam’s corner this weekend at Night Of Champions when he challenges Alberto Del Rio for the World Heavyweight Championship. Rodriguez reacted to the news on Twitter, writing:
“Im sorry guys. I really tried against Del Rio but came up on the losing end tonight on Smackdown. Guess I won’t be at #NOC :(“
-Former WWE Superstar Chris Jericho appeared on the Opie & Anthony radio show on Friday morning. Jericho talked about the usual topics, including his recent program in WWE with Fandango, his band Fozzy, etc. The show will be replayed at 3pm and 8pm on SIRIUS/XM satelitte radio.
-Triple H and Bruno Sammartino will be going to Madison Square Garden in New York today for a show about the history of MSG. Triple H commented about the appearance on his official Twitter account, writing:
“NYC this am with @SammartinoBruno ,going to @TheGarden for a show on the history of the worlds most famous arena.”
-WWE Superstars Edge and Christian reunited on the latest edition of the JBL & Cole show. You can check that out below:
WWE Hall Of Famer Shawn Michaels recently appeared on 810-AM sports radio in Kansas City alongside his television co-star Keith Mark. During the interview, the radio show host said, “And Shawn’s doing great, he’s going to be doing some really great things on Raw over the next couple weeks.” Michaels downplayed the comment and mentioned that he must be looking at “all those Twitter things.”
As noted previously, Michaels and Mark will be throwing out the ceremonial first pass at the upcoming NFL game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Dallas Cowboys at Arrowhead Stadium.
It should be noted that HBK is not in any of the official WWE advertising for upcoming RAW shows, although he would fit seamlessly into the current storyline between Triple H and Daniel Bryan, given his history with both guys.
-WWE Diva and Total Divas reality star Nikki Bella recently updated fans on the status of her physical therapy in a new tweet posted on her official Twitter account. Nikki wrote:
“Gettin’ my grind on at Physical Therapy. Gettin’ stronger everyday. Nothin’ will b able 2 stop #TwinMagic soon! N”
-WWE Superstar and executive Triple H recently posted a tweet on his official Twitter account addressing tonight’s WWE NXT tapings at Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. HHH wrote:
“Headed to the @WWEPerformCtr and @FullSail for @WWENXT Tapings tonight. Always love seeing the future unfold….TONS of talent #brightfuture”
-The following are some more Twitter reactions to the news regarding Jim Ross:
Howard Finkel: “I wish nothing but the very best to @JRsBBQ. I’ve truly enjoyed my professional and personal association with him through the years!”
MVP: “@JRsBBQ Good luck JR. It was a pleasure to listen to you. It was an honor to have worked with you. Be well.”
Vickie Guerrero: “@JRsBBQ thank you JR for your friendship! It was an honor to work with you. I wish you the best in your career filled with blessings.”
Beth Phoenix: “Thank u @JRsBBQ for doing me the honor of calling my matches & sharing ur wisdom. I was truly one of the lucky ones to b able to work w/ u!!”
Lance Storm: “@JRsBBQ is the greatest announcer to ever call a match IMO. He’s made more matches better than any wrestler ever has.”
-WWE will be taping the next four episodes of NXT on Thursday night at Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. The tapings will feature main-roster WWE Superstars Rob Van Dam and Fandango.
-Apparently WWE Superstars were informed about Jim Ross’ “retirement” on Wednesday via text messages sent to them by company officials.
-The new WWE produced Triple H DVD set, “Triple H – Thy Kingdom Come” will be released on September 24th. The DVD set will feature a documentary on HHH’s career as well as some of his most high-profile matches.
Following WWE.com’s announcement that Jim Ross is retiring after 20 years with the company, WWE Chairman Vince McMahon tweeted ‘thank you’ messages to him:
“Thank you @JRsBBQ for 20 years of service with @WWE.”
Triple H tweeted:
“Can’t thank you enough @JRsBBQ for all you’ve done for me personally and for @WWE … Enjoy your time, you’ve earned it!!! #thankyouJR”
WWE.com has re-published video footage from last October’s Jim Ross appreciation night, which you can view here.
“Jim Ross” is also trending worldwide on Twitter and many fans are using the hashtag #ThankYouJR to share their favorite Jim Ross memories.
-The official WWE website has another sit-down interview with Triple H up today. The interview with HHH is mainly in character, as he discusses the current storyline surrounding Cody Rhodes’ firing, Goldust, Edge and more. You can check that out online at WWE.com.
-Speaking of Edge, the WWE Hall Of Famer recently sat down with the folks at The Watchover website for an interview to promote his role in the SyFy original series, “Haven.” You can check that one out online at TheWatchPower.WordPress.com.
-There is a pre-sale for the WWE RAW television taping on November 25th at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, Long Island on Thursday, September 12th. The password for the pre-sale is: NVMC.
Local advertisements currently running in Boston for November’s WWE Survivor Series pay-per-view focus on the CM Punk vs. Paul Heyman feud, as well as the Daniel Bryan vs. Randy Orton feud.
With Daniel Bryan’s ongoing feud with Triple H and Randy Orton, it seems logical that we’ll see a Team Bryan vs. a “Corporation” Team.
Whether this is a case of early advertisements still floating out there, or if this is an indication that both top programs will continue after the upcoming Night Of Champions pay-per-view, remains to be seen.
WWE Survivor Series takes place on Sunday, November 24th from Boston’s TD Garden arena.
– Wrestling legend Kevin Nash recently commented on Daniel Bryan’s current WWE storyline with Triple H and the McMahon Family, throwing a jab at Bryan while commending him for being “fantastic” and part of the company’s hottest ongoing storyline. Nash tweeted this week:
“What’s really amazing is the hottest angle The vanilla midget angle.Bryan is fantastic and the WWE corp. Against him is must watch”
Nash has a long history of controversial comments about smaller wrestlers being featured as main event acts, including CM Punk, Daniel Bryan, Chris Benoit and Eddie Guerrero.
-Speaking of Daniel Bryan, the WWE Superstar has finally surpassed the one-million follower mark on Twitter. Fans interested in following Bryan on Twitter can do so @WWEDanielBryan.
-WWE Superstar Santino Marella’s return on Monday’s live edition of RAW from Toronto, Ontario, Canada was apparently planned well in advance. The idea from WWE was to have Santino return in Toronto to guarantee the babyface character a massive pop from his hometown audience.
-The angle on Monday’s RAW where Christian was beaten up by The Shield and dragged out on stage in front of his former tag-team partner and real-life friend, Edge, was a decision made to garner more heat on Triple H and his “new regime,” as well as to explain Christian’s absence from in-ring competition, as he is currently sidelined with a legitimate concussion.
WWE Superstar Dolph Ziggler recently defended the current Triple H and McMahon Family storyline in an interview with Auburn Pub.
“Honestly, if you don’t find it interesting as a fan, then it’s on you,” said Ziggler. “Some of us hardcore fans have wanted something different, and now you’re getting this blurred reality. Are these real behind-the-scenes things taking place or part of the story? And it makes it much more fun. That’s what it’s all about: suspending reality. We give you a three-hour movie. And with the Internet and people being hardcore fans and knowing what’s going on behind the scenes, you’re not sure where the story stops and real life begins.”
Ziggler also talked about the McMahon Family eventually getting one-upped in the end. “Yeah. I’m not killing it right now, but it is setting that tone. There’s a gray area; you get to a point where they’re begging for something and someone steps up, but you also have to get there. As much as it seems to be hurting my career, personally, I hope we have sold-out arenas where people go, ‘Tonight’s the night.’ You can’t go flat-out where the bad guys win for six months — you need a nibble every now and then.”
Ziggler concluded, “In my head, I’m begging — ‘Gosh, is this my chance? Is tonight the night where I say, ‘Enough of this crap?’ I think it’s going great, it’s totally different, getting a point across, telling a story. And it is setting the tone, I’m assuming, for something big, whether I’m involved or not. I think it’s an important turn, like Batista when he was in Evolution, getting pushed around by Triple H. You’d go, ‘Is he going to get him? Not tonight.’ Then it blows the roof off. Hopefully, that’s the story we’re telling.”
Check out the complete interview online at AuburnPub.com.
– Former WWE Diva Stacy Keibler appeared on “Live With Kelly & Michael” this morning. We’ll have video up when it’s posted on Youtube. – Chris Jericho revealed on Twitter that he’s already 100,000 words into writing his third book. – Triple H is wishing Goldust good luck tonight in his match against WWE Champion Randy Orton, with Cody Rhodes’ job on the line. He tweeted:
“Good luck @DUSTIN_RHODES1 , everyone deserves a second chance. I’m sure it’ll all work out for the best. #RAW GOLDUST vs ORTON tonight”
Goldust replied, “Thanks old friend!” He also wrote:
“A lot on the line. No room for error. Time to rise up for my brother. #Focused ! Time to go to war with @RandyOrton . #FhodesDynasty @WWE”
You can officially pencil in former WWE Superstar Goldust vs. Randy Orton for this coming Monday’s edition of WWE RAW in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where WWE Hall Of Famer Adam “Edge” Copeland will also be making his WWE television return.
The story broke on Twitter, where on the official account of Brad Maddox, it was noted that after speaking with Triple H, it is confirmed that on Monday’s RAW it will be Goldust vs. Randy Orton, where if Goldust wins, and Cody Rhodes apologizes, Cody can have his job back with WWE.
Maddox wrote the following tweets:
“Since @DUSTIN_RHODES1 has asked how he can help his brother. I’ve confirmed w/ @TripleH to allow him to compete against WWE Monday Night Raw”
“If @DUSTIN_RHODES1 wins and @CodyRhodesWWE apologizes, he gets his job back. So bring your paint cause it’s Goldust vs Orton monday”
Later on, former WWE Superstar and real-life brother of Cody Rhodes, Goldust, confirmed the news on his official Twitter account. Goldust wrote:
“Hey @wweuniverse , our voices were heard! This ones for you little brother! #RhodesDynasty #shatteredDreams #perseverance @wwe”
BestofOrlando.com reports that a physical WWE Hall of Fame building (as well as a new WWE-themed restaurant) could be coming to the Universal CityWalk complex in Orlando, Florida.
The Universal Studios theme park recently filed for several demolition permits in an effort to renovate several of the existing CityWalk properties. NBA City in particular is rumored to be shut down and renovated to make way for a physical WWE Hall of Fame building and WWE restaurant.
In recent months, WWE has downplayed the idea that there are plans in place to bring a WWE Hall of Fame building to Orlando. However, construction is already underway on some of the CityWalk venues, so it’s only a matter of time before we find out what new establishments will be opening.
With Orlando, Florida being the home of the new WWE Performance Center and Orlando pushing to host another WrestleMania event in the coming years and the tremendous amount of tourist traffic at Universal CityWalk, it will be interesting to see if this pans out.
-In addition to the new Triple H video interview posted on WWE.com today, the official WWE website has also added a mostly in-character interview with The Big Show. As far as why he can’t fight back against Triple H’s “new regime”, Big Show said,
“There are guys in the locker room who look up to me and they want me to turn loose, they want me to help lead the charge. I don’t know how to express it to them any other way: I’m not in a position now where I can do that. I have things that are personal and important to me that I’m responsible for.”
Check out the complete Big Show interview online at WWE.com.
-WWE Superstar Dolph Ziggler recently spoke with MLive about maintaining and staying positive through the ups and downs of his pro wrestling career. Ziggler stated:
“I love this, I love doing this. I have no desire to switch companies or go to UFC or anything like that. I’m very ambitious, and I’m very outspoken about where I should be and where I need to be in the WWE. I love that I’ve never been one handed anything – ever. If I would’ve have been handed things, I don’t know if I would’ve been able to enjoy it as much. Every time I turn a corner, it seems like the rug is being taken underneath me. It’s like ‘Hey, great job!’ and then nothing. It’s like ‘Hey, wow, look what you can do!’ and I’ll say ‘Thanks, boss!’ and then there’s nothing. And so, it’s hard (to stay upbeat), but you have to deal with it and it makes me hungrier every single day knowing that I’ve scratched and clawed for everything I’ve earned in this business.”
Check out the complete Dolph Ziggler interview online at MLive.com.
-Jim Ross recently responded to allegations that WWE is promoting bullying with the recent direction of characters such as Stephanie McMahon and Triple H, as well as Ryback. JR noted, “Anyone who interprets being a TV wrestling villain to real life bullying is embarrassingly misguided.”
-WWE Hall Of Famer “Rowdy” Roddy Piper’s son Colt is currently taking part in a campaign called “Warrior Dash” to help the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. For more information, visit WaysToHelp.StJude.org.
-WWE Superstar Justin Gabriel and WWE Diva Layla will be signing autographs this Sunday, September 8th, at the Connecticut Women’s Expo at the Connecticut Convention Center at 11:00AM.
-WWE Superstar Ricardo Rodriguez was at the WWE Performance Center today.
-The official WWE website has added a 15-plus minute sit down interview, conducted by Michael Cole, with WWE COO Triple H. HHH, who is in character, talks about the WWE Universe’s concerns over a “new regime” in WWE, recent Superstar firings and more. Check out the video interview online at WWE.com.
-Former WWE Superstar Gene Snitsky has been added to the cast of the new Mighty Morphin Power Rangers web series, which is a fan-based version of the show that was funded via Kickstarter. Snitsky’s exact role on the show is still unknown, however it is expected that he will play a villian of some sort.
SESCOOPS.COM reader Phil Johnson sent along the following:
Former ECW Champion Justin Credible has posted a new blog at PWMania.com. This week Credible talks on Monday’s WWE Raw, Triple H & Randy Orton, among other topics. Former ECW star Tony DeVito is this week’s special guest on Justin Credible’s Pro Wrestling 101 video series. Here is an extract from “The Justin Credible Report:
“WWE Raw continues to establish HHH, and Randy Orton as the top heels in the company. I liked the opening segment with HHH and Steph really cementing their roles as heels. HHH then set up Daniel Bryan vs. Big Show for the main event. Fast forward the Shield triple powerbomb Bryan while Show watched. HHH then ordered Show to knock out Bryan, and after much deliberation he did. Fans reacted with a “you sold out” chant, and Show left with HHH, and Steph. Then we saw the 7ft Big Show cry like a little bitch. All jabs aside I liked it, and Show did a very good job selling his emotions”
SESCOOPS.COM reader Kevin Gill sent along the following:
International superstar Vampiro joins WWE Hall of Famer Greg “The Hammer” Valentine and former WWE/WCW/ECW/TNA stars The Insane Clown Posse to take on pop culture tonight at 11/10c on Fuse TV!
In addition to the Viral Video, Photog Flava, and Forgotten Freshness features on the show, comedian Big Jay Oakerson stops by to drop some comedic gems on videos by Katy Perry and others.
Tune in to witness a unique brand of insightful pop culture commentary that only a lifetime in the wrestling and music industry industry can provide.
– WWE executive Triple H tweeted the following on Tuesday morning explaining his decision to “fire” Cody Rhodes on RAW:
“Sadly, many do not have the capacity to understand. It’s not about the individual, it’s about what’s best for everyone. #ThankYouCody”
– The Des Moines Register has an article up looking at last night’s WWE RAW, the first time WWE held a show in Des Moines since 2010. – The new WWE Money in the Bank DVD set will be titled, “WWE Straight to the Top: The Money in the Bank Ladder Match Anthology.” It will be released on Tuesday, October 29th (the same day as WWE 2K14) and is now available for pre-order at Amazon.com. Here’s the DVD cover art, courtesy of WrestlingDVDNews.com:
. Here’s the DVD cover art, courtesy of WrestlingDVDNews.com: