Posts Tagged ‘WrestleMania 32’

Photos: Fans Get Past Security In Unicorn Outfits At RAW, The New Day Comments

A group of passionate WWE fans showed up to Monday’s RAW in Manchester, England dressed up in unicorn outfits to support WWE Tag-Team Champions The New Day.

The fans were told by security that the outfits were not allowed, however they ended up getting the outfits in the door anyways and noted on social media that they would be bringing them to WrestleMania 32 as well.

Below are a bunch of photos, as well as comments from all three New Day members.

Two Big Matches WWE Is Planning For WrestleMania 32 Revealed

WWE is currently planning The Undertaker’s match for WrestleMania 32. PWInsider reports that the company is trying to put together a match between the Deadman and John Cena. If the match goes through as planned, it will be one of the two top matches at the company’s biggest PPV of the year. The other big match in the planning stages is The Rock vs. Triple H.

There’s no word on how the WWE Championship will fit in at WrestleMania, or if it will be defended in either of those potential matches. The current odds-on favorite to win the title at Survivor Series is Roman Reigns.

Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer reported Saturday that WWE’s original plans for Cena and ‘Taker had been changing throughout the week. He also noted, “There are ‘Mania plans in place, but Seth Rollins’ injury changes at least two matches.”

WrestleMania 32 takes place on April 3, 2016, at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

WrestleMania 32 Ticket Party Results, Photos & Video

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WWE held the official WrestleMania 32 ticket party at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Thursday night. The event featured special appearances from WWE legends as well as a full card of NXT matches right at center field. The announced attendance was over 7,100 fans, which is pretty incredible in itself.

Lana, Lita, Mark Henry and Mayor Robert Cluck were brought out first to hype the crowd. “Stone Cold” Steve Austin then came out to do a Q&A with the fans. Booker T was also challenged to a Spin-a-roonie contest by Dallas Cowboy CB Brandon Carr.

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Here are the results from the NXT show and some more photos & videos:

  • Carmella defeated Alexa Bliss by submission
  • Zack Ryder and Mojo Rawley defeated Blake and Murphy
  • Asuka defeated Peyton Royce
  • Apollo Crews defeated Tye Dillinger
  • Samoa Joe defeated Baron Corbin by submission

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News On Undertaker & Kane Teaming, New WWE Video Game Patent & More

– While a match has not been announced yet, the plan for Survivor Series is obviously The Undertaker and Kane teaming up in some fashion against The Wyatt Family. Since Reigns is facing Rollins for the title and Ambrose looks to be facing Kevin Owens for the IC title, it could very well be a 2-on-4 elimination match. WWE’s original plans called for holding off on the Brothers of Destruction reunion until early 2016, but for whatever reason they’re getting to it now.

– WWE recently filed a trademark application for the phrase “WWE Champions” for use in video games. With the WWE 2K franchise in full swing,  ‘Champions’ could be a mobile game.

– The allotment of WrestleMania 32 tickets that WWE had planned for the first day of pre-sales sold out in approximately seven hours. Everything else on sale is expected to be released on Friday when they become available to the general public.

(Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

WrestleMania 32 Launch Party On Thursday With NXT Matches, Pre-Sale Details

This Thursday, WWE will be holding a free WrestleMania 32 On-Sale Party at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. Steve Austin, Lita, Booker T, Lana, Corey Graves, Mark Henry, executives of the Dallas Cowboys, and Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams will all be in attendance.

There are several NXT matches scheduled for the launch party, including:

  • Samoa Joe vs. Baron Corbin
  • Apollo Crews vs. Tye Dillinger
  • Asuka vs. Peyton Royce
  • The Hype Bros. vs. Blake & Murphy
  • Carmella vs. Alexa Bliss

Tickets for WrestleMania 32 go on sale at the stadium box office on Thursday at 4:00 p.m and online.

If you’re looking to get WrestleMania 32 tickets this week and don’t want to wait until the general public gets access on Thursday, take advantage of this online pre-sale event one day early:

Backstage Update On Tyler Breeze To Main Roster, WM32 Pre-Sale, Jerry Jones/Vince

– As noted, NXT star Tyler Breeze is expected to make his move to the main WWE roster in the next few weeks. According to F4WOnline.com, WWE at one point had Breeze officially scheduled for Tuesday’s WWE SmackDown television tapings in Austin, Texas, however that could end up changing and Breeze’s debut could be pushed back a week or two.

– The first WrestleMania 32 pre-sale code for November 4th is RAWVIP.

– Below is another photo of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones backstage at Monday’s RAW in Dallas, Texas with Vince McMahon.

Ric Flair: Austin Will Boycott WrestleMania If Michael Hayes Doesn’t Get HOF Induction

On a recent edition of Ric Flair’s podcast with Michael “PS” Hayes, Flair had this to say about Steve Austin potentially boycotting WrestleMania 32 if Hayes is not inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame that weekend:

“If he’s [Hayes] not inducted this year into the Hall of Fame, as a single, which he should have been in 2011 [at WrestleMania 27 from the Georgia Dome in Atlanta], but in Dallas [Texas], with so much that be brought to the Von Erich family with the Freebirds, Steve Austin quoted, I’m quoting Steve Austin, will not attend WrestleMania.”

Hayes is rumored to be inducted in to the Hall of Fame as a member of The Freebirds during WrestleMania 32 weekend. WM 32 takes place April 3rd, 2016 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, TX.

Related: WrestleMania 32 Ticket Sale Info Released

WWE Announces WrestleMania 32 Travel Package Details, NXT Show, Dude Ranch Experience & More

WWE sent us the following press release today regarding WrestleMania 32 travel packages:

Get WrestleMania 32 Travel Packages on Tuesday, Oct. 13

Take part in the biggest week in WWE history by getting a WrestleMania 32 Travel Package! Travel Packages will be available starting Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 12 noon ET on WWE.com.

The Showcase of the Immortals takes over AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas, on April 3, 2016, and there is no better way to enjoy all the activities of WrestleMania Week than by scoring an official WrestleMania Travel Package. Don’t miss out on the ultimate WWE fan experience!

TEXAS STAR PACKAGE: $5,875 – $6,625

WrestleMania 32 Ticket

* AT&T Stadium
* Seating – Ringside Rows 1-4 (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier. Section and Row will be provided within one business day from purchase.)
* Collectible Chair
* Sunday, April 3, 2016

WrestleMania Axxess Tickets

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
* Attend One Premium VIP and One VIP Session
* Friday, April 1, 2016 – Sunday, April 3, 2016 (Sessions selected in January 2016)

NXT Ticket

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena Dallas
* Seating – Ringside Rows 1-3 (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Friday, April 1, 2016

Exclusive Reception with WWE Superstars

* Reception prior to WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
* Saturday, April 2, 2016

WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Ticket

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – Floor (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Saturday, April 2, 2016

Monday Night RAW

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – Ringside Rows 1-3 (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Monday, April 4, 2016

Dude Ranch Experience

* Join WWE Legends during a fun-filled day at a Dallas ranch! Fans will get the opportunity to horseback ride, take roping lessons and receive line dancing lessons. This experience includes lunch and transportation
* Monday, April 4, 2016

Round-Trip Coach Transportation from downtown Dallas hotel to WrestleMania 32

* Sunday, April 3, 2016

Downtown Dallas Hotel

* 4-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Tuesday, April 5, 2016
* Each person in this group will share one standard room

*Accessible seating is available for all WrestleMania 32 Travel Packages. Be sure to denote accessible seating requests when making your purchase.

VIP PACKAGE: $3,775 – $4,700

WrestleMania 32 Ticket

* AT&T Stadium
* Seating – Rows 5-8 (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Collectible Chair
* Sunday, April 3, 2016

WrestleMania Axxess Tickets

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
* Attend Two VIP Sessions
* Friday, April 1, 2016 – Sunday, April 3, 2016 (Sessions selected in January 2016)

NXT Ticket

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena Dallas
* Seating – Premium 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Friday, April 1, 2016

WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Ticket

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – Premium 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
Saturday, April 2, 2016

Monday Night RAW**

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – Premium 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Monday, April 4, 2016

Round-Trip Coach Transportation from downtown Dallas hotel to WrestleMania 32

* Sunday, April 3, 2016

Downtown Dallas Hotel

3-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Monday, April 4, 2016
4-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Tuesday, April 5, 2016
* Each person in this group will share one standard room

*Accessible seating is available for all WrestleMania 32 Travel Packages. Be sure to denote accessible seating requests when making your purchase.

**Only included with 4-night hotel accomodations.

PLATINUM PACKAGE: $1,950 – $2,875

WrestleMania 32 Ticket

* AT&T Stadium
* Seating – Premium Central Risers or Entrance Ramp (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Collectible Chair
* Sunday, April 3, 2016

WrestleMania Axxess Tickets

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
* Attend Two General Admission Sessions
* Friday, April 1, 2016 – Sunday, April 3, 2016 (Sessions selected in January 2016)

NXT Ticket

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena Dallas
* Seating – Premium 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Friday, April 1, 2016

WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Ticket

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – Premium 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Saturday, April 2, 2016

Monday Night RAW**

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – Premium 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Monday, April 4, 2016

Round-Trip Coach Transportation from downtown Dallas hotel to WrestleMania 32

* Sunday, April 3, 2016

Downtown Dallas Hotel

3-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Monday, April 4, 2016
4-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Tuesday, April 5, 2016
* Each person in this group will share one standard room

*Accessible seating is available for all WrestleMania 32 Travel Packages. Be sure to denote accessible seating requests when making your purchase.

**Only included with 4-night hotel accomodations.

GOLD PACKAGE: $1,225 – $2,350

WrestleMania 32 Ticket

* AT&T Stadium
* Seating – Central Risers (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Sunday, April 3, 2016

WrestleMania Axxess Tickets

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
* Attend Two General Admission Sessions
* Friday, April 1, 2016 – Sunday, April 3, 2016 (Sessions selected in January 2016)

NXT Ticket

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena Dallas
* Seating – 100 Level End Zone (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Friday, April 1, 2016

WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Ticket

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Saturday, April 2, 2016

Monday Night RAW**

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Monday, April 4, 2016

Round-Trip Coach Transportation from downtown Dallas hotel to WrestleMania 32

* Sunday, April 3, 2016

Downtown Dallas Hotel

3-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Monday, April 4, 2016
4-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Tuesday, April 5, 2016
* Each person in this group will share one standard room

*Accessible seating is available for all WrestleMania 32 Travel Packages. Be sure to denote accessible seating requests when making your purchase.

**Only included with 4-night hotel accomodations.

SILVER PACKAGE: $1,075 – $1,975

WrestleMania 32 Ticket

* AT&T Stadium
* Seating – 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Sunday, April 3, 2016

WrestleMania Axxess Tickets

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
* Attend Two General Admission Sessions
* Friday, April 1, 2016 – Sunday, April 3, 2016 (Sessions selected in January 2016)

NXT Ticket

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena Dallas
* Seating – 100 Level End Zone (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Friday, April 1, 2016

WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Ticket

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Saturday, April 2, 2016

Monday Night RAW**

* American Airlines Center
* Seating – 100 Level (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Monday, April 4, 2016

Round-Trip Coach Transportation from downtown Dallas hotel to WrestleMania 32

* Sunday, April 3, 2016

Downtown Dallas Hotel

3-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Monday, April 4, 2016
4-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Tuesday, April 5, 2016
* Each person in this group will share one standard room

*Accessible seating is available for all WrestleMania 32 Travel Packages. Be sure to denote accessible seating requests when making your purchase.

*.*Only included with 4-night hotel accomodations.

BRONZE PACKAGE: $575 – $1,125

WrestleMania 32 Ticket

* AT&T Stadium
* Seating – 400 Level Loge (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Sunday, April 3, 2016

WrestleMania Axxess Ticket

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas
* Attend One General Admission Session
* Friday, April 1, 2016 – Sunday, April 3, 2016 (Session selected in January 2016)

NXT Ticket

* Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena Dallas
* Seating – 100 Level End Zone (Section, Row and Seat assigned on a first-come, first-served basis by Travel Package Tier)
* Friday, April 1, 2016

Round-Trip Coach Transportation from downtown Dallas hotel to WrestleMania 32

* Sunday, April 3, 2016

Downtown Dallas Hotel

3-Night Hotel Accommodations
* Check-in Friday, April 1, 2016
* Check-out Monday, April 4, 2016
* Each person in this group will share one standard room

*Accessible seating is available for all WrestleMania 32 Travel Packages. Be sure to denote accessible seating requests when making your purchase.

WWE WrestleMania 32 Ticket Details Officially Announced

WWE announced the sale date for WrestleMania 32 tickets in the following press release. ‘Mania 32 goes down on April 3, 2016 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, TX.

WrestleMania 32 tickets on sale Friday, Nov. 6

STAMFORD, Conn. — WWE announced today that tickets to the pop-culture extravaganza, WrestleMania 32,will go on sale Friday, Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. ET/9 a.m. CT. WrestleMania 32 will take place Sunday, April 3, 2016, at AT&T Stadium in Dallas and will be broadcast live around the world on WWE Network.

Ticket prices range from $18-$1,180 (taxes included). There will also be a limited number of “Gold Circle” VIP Packages available for $2,360 (taxes included). The Gold Circle packages include seating in the first eight rows ringside, a Gold Circle VIP Stadium Entrance, and a commemorative WrestleMania 32 take-home folding chair. Tickets can be purchased through all Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com, by calling 1-800-745-3000, or at the AT&T Stadium Ticket Office. All tickets are subject to service charges and facility fees.

Over the past seven years, WrestleMania has generated more than half a billion dollars in cumulative economic impact for the cities that have hosted the event. WrestleMania is more than just a one-day event; it is a week-long celebration as WWE will take over the Dallas region during WrestleMania Week. In addition to WrestleMania 32, other activities will include: WrestleMania Axxess – WWE’s four-day, interactive fan festival at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center; WWE NXT at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Arena; the 2016 WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at American Airlines Center; Monday Night Raw at American Airlines Center; and more than a dozen activities designed to give back to the host community, including Be a STAR anti-bullying rallies, hospital visits and Make-A-Wish events. Additional information on these events will be announced in the future at wrestlemania.com.

Related: WWE’s Plans For The Rock At WrestleMania 32

SEScoops will have full coverage of WrestleMania 32 including backstage news leading up to, and after the event on our website and app.

Jim Ross Comments On WrestleMania 32 Rumors

WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog at JRsBarBQ.com with his thoughts on various WrestleMania 32 rumors. Here are some highlights of what JR said about:

WrestleMania 32 Rumors:

“The online speculation on what the card will resemble at Wrestlemania Texas will become nauseating before it will all be said and done. This ‘Mania will do 100,000+ IMO but even with that success one has to wonder will today’s social media obsessed fans will be satisfied? I think that we all know the answer to that one.

Plans are coming together well for our WM32 weekend of activities. Our meetings in Dallas last week on our venue and our show schedule in Dallas plus a new pro wrestling project that we are exploring went very well.”

Steve Austin wrestling Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 32:

“Love the fact that Steve Austin definitively shot down the rumors of any chance that he would face Brock Lesnar at Wrestlemania Texas on April 3 in Arlington at AT&T Stadium. I said the same thing on my podcast this week after talking to Steve before recording it last week on the Bruce Mitchell episode. Nonetheless no matter what Austin or anyone else says many fans will remain hopeful and damn near sure that this match is going to happen. I can only say to that ” Let it go.”

I could see Lesnar winning the 2016 Royal Rumble and then facing the WWE champion and winning before 100,000+ fans at WM32. Time will tell as there are many ways to go with a star as talented as Lesnar.”

 The Rock vs. Triple H at WrestleMania 32:

“Another rumor is Rock vs. HHH at Wrestlemania Texas. I could see that happening but only time will tell. These two could have a great build up and then deliver a stout, old school match.”

Jim Ross Q&A: Undertaker’s Retirement, Conor McGregor/WWE, Samoa Joe

WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross recently updated his official Q&A section, answering questions from fans on a wide variety of topics. Below are some of the highlights:

On if he was on the infamous WWE “Plane Ride from Hell.”: “There was one plane ride from hell and yes I was on it. Of course we knew the details would become public. What in wrestling doesn’t?”

On if Tyson Kidd getting injured in match with Samoa Joe will hurt Joe in WWE: “I think not…just one of those things that can happen in the ring unfortunately.”

On possibly having a big Divas elimination match at Survivor Series: “That might work but I agree that something needs to be done with the main roster Divas. Any creative idea is all about the build and execution as many things solely look good on paper.”

On if WWE will have Conor McGregor at WrestleMania 32: “Haven’t thought that aspect of it through but if Rousey is in Wrestlemania Texas she would likely be the only UFC star involved.”

On Undertaker’s future: “I don’t share the feeling that the match has been overlooked. I see Taker perhaps having one more match this year and calling it a career at Wrestlemania Texas.”

Check out more Jim Ross Q&A online at JRsBarBQ.com.

Hulk Hogan Talks WrestleMania 32, Triple H Bringing Him Back To WWE & More

WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan is still itching to get back in the ring, telling Sean Fewster of Australia’s Adeliade Now publication that it’s been “very, very hard” for him to follow the business from the sidelines.

“I’m ready to jump out of my seat and say ‘you can do it better’ or ‘your timing is off’ or ‘that was really good … It just feels like my spirit wants to jump out of my body.

But you have to look in the mirror and say, ‘You’re 61, you’ve had surgeries, it’s not your time.’ It’s been hard for me to accept that. It’s coloured my principles. But I’ve found peace, I’ve found a lot of happiness, in the fact that I’ve been offered a job as the ambassador.”

Hogan said he met with Vince McMahon shortly after WrestleMania 31 and pitched the idea of getting back in the ring at next year’s WrestleMania 32 next year from Arlington, Texas.

“I had a run-in with Vince McMahon after the last WrestleMania. I saw him in the lobby and said: ‘I know what’s going on. Next year, WrestleMania is in Dallas and you’re going to try to break my attendance record. Let me tell you something, brother, there’s no way you’re running that show next year without me on the card! Whether it’s for my last hurrah, my retirement match, my next run, or to beat whoever the champion is and be champion again!’ Vince shook my hand and said, ‘I look forward to it.'”

He also gave credit to Triple H for his current role with WWE, who reached out to him after Hogan finished up with TNA.

“This ambassador position means I can still be a part of the big show, and I thank Triple H for that. If not for him, this thing between Vince McMahon and I – this heat – would still be bad,” Hogan said. “Vince made me feel so welcome when he explained to me I’m the glue that bonds the father, the son and the grandson that watch wrestling.”

Hogan will be joining WWE for next month’s live events tour of Australia. He’ll serve as the guest General Manager for all three shows in Brisbane (8/6), Melbourne (8/7), and Sydney (8/8).

Backstage Update On Top Matches For WrestleMania 32

Vince McMahon has reportedly made his official decision on the top six matches for next year’s WrestleMania 32 pay-per-view already.

While we don’t know the particulars on the matches yet, we can confirm that Daniel Bryan is not being factored into the equation, as they are still not use if and when he will be able to wrestle again.

The idea of a Sting vs. Undertaker match no longer seems likely, as McMahon has reportedly soured on the idea. McMahon does, however, have other plans for Sting, including a possible WWE Hall Of Fame induction, as he lives in the Dallas area now.

The opponent for John Cena has apparently been decided on, however we do not yet know who he is. McMahon is still looking to do The Rock and Ronda Rousey vs. Triple H and Stephanie McMahon in either tag-team action or singles matches against each other. It’s said that because of Rousey’s situation with the UFC, company president Dana White might be more in control of WWE’s WrestleMania main event than McMahon is.

It should be noted, however, that if Rousey is not able to work a match at WrestleMania 32, WWE is still planning to do a Rock vs. Triple H main event.

(Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

Photos: Stephanie McMahon Working On WrestleMania 32 At AT&T Stadium

Stephanie McMahon was at AT&T Stadium on Thursday working with their partners in the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys organization on plans for WrestleMania 32, which will be held in the stadium in 2016.

Stephanie, who said she had an “awesome day” on Thursday, shared the following photos of herself at the stadium.

For more photos of Stephanie McMahon working on WrestleMania 32 at AT&T Stadium, click ahead to page two …

Hulk Hogan Says There’s A 50% Chance He Wrestles At WrestleMania 32

WWE Hall of Famer spoke with FoxSports.com this week as part of a “20 Questions” feature to promote the new season of Tough Enough. Here are some highlights:

– Hogan said there’s a 50/50 chance he’ll be getting back in the ring at WrestleMania 32 next April.

– When asked which current WWE Superstar he’d like to give a leg drop to, Hogan named WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins.

– Hogan picked the late Rick Rude as the wrestler not currently in the WWE Hall of Fame who should be inducted.

– Hogan’s “Mount Rushmore of Wrestling” would include himself, Ric Flair, Dusty Rhodes, and Andre the Giant.

– If he could appear on any other reality show besides Tough Enough, Hogan said Total Divas.

– Besides “Real American,” Hogan named Vince McMahon’s “No Chance” as his favorite WWE theme song.

– As for his top bucket list item, Hogan said he wants to see both of his children be successful and happy.

Check out the full feature at FoxSports.com.

Vince McMahon Upset With Steve Austin Over Latest “Stone Cold Podcast”

As seen earlier this week, Steve Austin immediately downplayed the speculation about a possible WrestleMania 32 match with Brock Lesnar, and apparently there’s a very good reason for that.

According to the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Austin vs. Lesnar will not be happening next year and part of the reason is because Austin and Vince McMahon have some issues. While the key issues aren’t specified, it is noted that McMahon was not happy with how Austin’s “Stone Cold Podcast” with Paul Heyman ended because it caused anticipation and excitement for a match that is not currently part of WWE’s plans for WrestleMania 32.

After the podcast ended, McMahon reportedly spoke to Austin and made it clear that he wanted the story to go away quickly and quietly, so he asked Austin to address it once and then move on, which is exactly what Austin ended up doing.

(Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

Steve Austin Comments On A Match With Brock Lesnar At WrestleMania 32

“Stone Cold” Steve Austin has once again addressed the possibility of returning to the ring at WrestleMania 32 for a match against Brock Lesnar.

On the latest installment of the Steve Austin Show at PodcastOne.com, Austin addressed his segment with Paul Heyman at the conclusion of last week’s Stone Cold Podcast on the WWE Network.

Austin said that he didn’t know what Heyman was going to say so he went into promo mode because it was right for the “Stone Cold” character. He clarified that he did not mean to raise expectations regarding a potential showdown with Lesnar and did not intend to set up a match between them.

Austin said that he and Lesnar are on different paths right now and made it clear that he was not attempting to jumpstart a Wrestlemania feud.

Steve Austin Proposes Texas Death Match Against Brock Lesnar At WrestleMania 32

The latest Stone Cold Podcast with Paul Heyman just wrapped up and the big news coming out of the show was Steve Austin telling Paul Heyman that “if the stars aligned” – he might be interested in wrestling Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 32.

As the interview was wrapping up, Heyman asked Austin if we’ll be seeing him back in the ring at WrestleMania 32. The mood changed immediately, with Austin shifting into Stone Cold mode. Austin pitched the idea of taking on Brock Lesnar, but told Heyman that he wouldn’t be looking for a scientific wrestling match against the Lesnar. He had 3 words for Heyman – Texas Death Match. Austin says he’d whoop Lesnar’s ass and acknowledged that he was getting worked up.

WWE is already gauging fan interest in the dream match, encouraging the WWE Universe to re-tweet the following if they’d like to see the ‘Rattlesnake vs. Beast’ inside AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

WWE.com also posted a ‘Fantasy Warfare’ mashup video for the potential match.

Hulk Hogan Continues To Tease A Retirement Match At WrestleMania 32

WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan continues to tease a return to the ring. Hogan appeared on ESPN’s SportsCenter on Monday to promote his appearance at today’s Special Olympics Torch Rally and was asked about the possibility of competing at WrestleMania 32 at AT&T Stadium next year. Hogan said,

“I would love to get back in there and have that one last match, that retirement match, that World Title shot, whatever it is.”

“Vince McMahon is taking the entire WWE Universe to AT&T Stadium for this coming WrestleMania. And I know they’re going to break my record [WM3]. So, I told Vince if I can get in shape, if I can pass the physical, I would love to get in the ring one more time.”

Comment below and tell is if you’d like to see Hogan back in the ring one more time – and if you think a Hogan retirement match would help WWE break 100,000 people for next year’s Mania.

The Rock Talks About His Hollywood Success, Advice He Gave Roman Reigns

Part-time WWE performer The Rock recently spoke with Sports Illustrated’s “Extra Mustard” site. Below are some highlights from the interview.

On being part of the “holy trinity” with Steve Austin and Hulk Hogan, but being the one to thrive in Hollywood: “It’s hard. It’s hard work. That’s the key, but it’s not that those guys don’t work hard. For whatever reason, it just kind of worked out for me. That’s the only answer I can give. I’ve had incredible matches with those guys and I’m good buddies with those guys, especially Austin. I know that they put their heart and soul into everything they do. Think about the matches and the tours I had with Austin. He is probably, if not the greatest of all time. There is a wiring in his head, which is, ‘I’m going out, I’m going to take it, and I’m going to be the best.’ He was my mentor, by the way, back when I was this young buck. With a top guy like Austin or Undertaker, you only get to work with them if they say it’s cool. For Austin to say it’s cool to have The Rock work with him is one thing, but he also wanted me to main event WrestleMania with him. He took me under his wing, taught me a hell of a lot, and I’ll never forget it.”

On Roman Reigns and the reaction he received at the Royal Rumble pay-per-view: “I wasn’t surprised by the reaction at all. That’s the beauty of Philly. I have felt that from Philly on both ends, as a heel and a baby face. Roman was getting booed in every city, and I just knew – we all knew – well, Philly was going to be worse.

“The only advice I gave Roman was that you just need to stay the course. It’s a unique dynamic and relationship that you have with the fans in wrestling. They’re passionate, just like you’re passionate, but they know it’s a work, just like you know it’s a work. It’s this fine balance you have to find between just staying the course and continue to cut your teeth every night by putting in good performances.”

On Vince McMahon and “San Andreas” director Brad Peyton: “This will be the only time that Brad Peyton’s name will ever be mentioned in the same sentence as Vince McMahon. Vince has been a mentor and a father figure to me. I met him when I was eleven years old. Even still today, I appreciate the relationship we have. It’s a real cool father-son dynamic, and especially as I get older, I can appreciate the relationship today better than when I was a punk 25-year-old kid. But here is the connective tissue between Brad Peyton and Vince McMahon – they come to work every single day like it’s their first day on the job and they will outwork every single person in the building. Vince’s work ethic at 70, or however old he is, is just crazy. He’s squatting 500 pounds at one o’clock in the morning. Not that Brad Peyton is squatting 500 pounds, but they both want to excel, raise the bar, and go beyond expectations.”

Check out the complete interview at SI.com.

The Rock Talks About Getting Back In The Ring At WrestleMania 32

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson spoke to Sports Illustrated’s Extra Mustard blog this week to promote the release of his new disaster-adventure film, San Andreas.

The Rock spoke about a number of topics, including his days as a college football player, his iconic Attitude Era rivalry with “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and his cousin Roman Reigns’ climb to the top of WWE. He also commented on whether he’ll be getting back in the ring at next year’s WrestleMania 32, as WWE looks to draw over 100,000 fans to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

“Myself, Vince, Triple H have talked about creating something that is amazing,” said Johnson. “Any time for me, going back into the WWE, especially if it’s a match – and these guys know this because of the open dialogue between me and Triple H – the question is, can we create, in terms of a promotional scale for the fans, something better than what we did in Miami and back-to-back in New York with John Cena? Can we put together something that’s different but equally, if not more, exciting?

So there’s a lot of elements involved that we continue to talk about and chop up. That’s the coolest part about the relationship I have with the McMahons, including Triple H.”

He added that he’s not ruling out the possibility of wrestling Triple H at next year’s Mania. “We continue to talk about it, and we’re still shooting each other text messages. He sent me a message from Dallas that said, ‘This could be us. The record is ours.’ So we’ll see.”

Backstage Reaction, Problems With WWE Planning To Induct Owen Hart Into Hall Of Fame

WWE is moving ahead with their plans to produce a new Owen Hart DVD and Blu-ray set, despite disapproval from Owen’s widow, Martha Hart.

In addition to the DVD, WWE has been discussing inducting Owen Hart into the 2016 class of the WWE Hall Of Fame during WrestleMania 32 weekend in Texas.

There are many in the company, however, who feel that it’s not worth the controversy to induct Owen if his widow Martha isn’t supporting it.

WWE could always try and work on Martha to go along with the idea, as they have done with those in the past who were apprehensive about being inducted into the Hall Of Fame or working with WWE on any level in general, although Martha Hart would be a tough case, as she hasn’t budged on her stance regarding WWE in several years.

(Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

Undertaker’s WWE Deal Expiring Soon, Update On His Future

The Undertaker’s current WWE contract expires soon, according to a report at f4wonline.com.

WWE is already advertising the Dead Man for WrestleMania 32, so it looks like we’ll be seeing him at least one more time at WWE’s biggest show of the year. Of course, with WrestleMania 32 taking place from The Undertaker’s home state of Texas, a retirement match and WWE Hall of Fame induction would be fitting for the legendary performer.

WrestleMania 32 takes place on Sunday, April 3, 2016 from AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

The assumption is that when his contract expires, he will sign a new deal that is beyond the “Legends” contract that most retired vererans sign.

Jim Ross Blog: Hogan Wrestling At WM32?, Mayweather/Pacquiao, GFW Announcements

Jim Ross recently updated his official blog with thoughts on the top news topics floating around this past week. Below are some highlights:

On Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao: “The Mayweather-Pacquiao fight was under whelming to say the least. The post match press conference, yes I watched it until well after 2 a.m. Oklahoma time, was even more of an unhinged circus with excuses, outlandish statements and fighters endangering their health as in breaking their arms patting themselves on the back. Manny hallucinated that he thought he won the fight while Floyd gave us an update on his bank account. The fight itself was pedestrian to say the least and never truly created any fire or passion to engage the rich and famous fans there to be seen and obviously not to be heard. Legit fight fans were priced out of the equation but provided TMZ, Entertainment Tonight, etc with plenty of footage and sound bytes to last a week or more.”

On big GFW announcements this week: “Big announcements are coming this week from Jeff Jarrett’s Global Force Wrestling group about their upcoming tapings to be held at the Orleans Hotel in Las Vegas this summer. I think that many wrestling fans will be pleasantly surprised at the GFW talent roster and will embrace the travel packages.”

On Hulk Hogan wrestling at WrestleMania 32: “Read where Hulk Hogan said that he was going to wrestle at WM32 in Arlington, Texas. Don’t know if that’s wishful thinking or something that has been internally confirmed. If Hogan is going to have ‘one more match,” WM32 would be the place to do it. It would be a nice, nostalgic, special attraction type of bout that I’m sure many fans would be curious to see.”

Check out the complete blog at JRsBarBQ.com. You can also order JR’s Bar-B-Q products online at WWEShop.com.

Hulk Hogan Says He Plans On Wrestling At WrestleMania 32

Hulk Hogan and Jimmy Hart were in Australia yesterday to promote WWE’s upcoming tour of the country in August. Hogan has been named the General Manager for the tour. Here are some highlights of the press conference:

– He also teased getting in the ring again to take on Rusev.

– Hogan said Vince McMahon told him he’d let him get back in the ring if he can pass a physical. Hogan said he told Vince there’s no way they can do WrestleMania 32 in Dallas without Hulk Hogan. Hulk told Vince he plans on wrestling. Vince shook his hand and told him “I’m looking forward to it.”

– Hogan answered a fan question about John Cena turning heel. Hogan said that it may not be the best business decision and Cena is in a different situation now than what Hogan was in when he turned heel in 1996.

– Hogan put over Vince McMahon for having “the vision” and put over Kevin Owens as “the real deal.”