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Vince Russo Reacts To Hulk Hogan’s Good Morning America Appearance

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Former WWE, WCW and TNA writer Vince Russo posted the following at RelmNetwork.com regarding Hulk Hogan’s appearance on Good Morning America (Video) this week to apologize for his racism controversy.

“As you know, I’ve supported Terry Bollea throughout his latest unfortunate ordeal. I’ve stood up and stated that we all make mistakes, have no right judging others, and are expected by God to show love, kindness and forgiveness. But . . . as a person who has dealt with severe depression for over 30 years now, this is the second time that Hulk has played the “suicide card” on national TV when things weren’t going quite his way.

Being in the darkest valley you could ever imagine–especially since I was kicked to the curb, then blackballed from the business I’ve loved for over 40 years– I’ve experience certain feelings and emotions that I don’t care to share with others. I guess, what I’m trying to say, is that when Terry starts going down that road I just hope he’s being sincere, because as somebody that suffers from the disease—it’s extremely both personal and serious.”

Bray Wyatt Dealing With A Shoulder Injury

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Bray Wyatt has been dealing with a shoulder injury, according to WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair on this week’s episode of the WOOOOO! Nation podcast.

Wyatt has not been wrestling much over the past few weeks, but did face Roman Reigns in a street fight after Tuesday’s SmackDown tapings from Miami, Florida. Reigns won.

Flair’s podcast guest this week is Vince Russo. You can listen now at Play.it.

Brock Lesnar & Chris Jericho’s Opponents Revealed For 10/3 WWE MSG Special

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WWE returns to Madison Square Garden on October 3rd for a special event that will be broadcast live on the WWE Network. On Tuesday night, the following matches were confirmed for the show:

– Brock Lesnar vs. Big Show

– Chris Jericho vs. Kevin Owens

Also scheduled:

– Seth Rollins vs. John Cena for the United States Championship

– Randy Orton vs. Sheamus

– Dolph Ziggler vs. Rusev

Plus, the Dudley Boyz will wrestle at MSG for the first time since WrestleMania 20 back in 2004.

Big Show’s Labor Day Message (Video), Austin Reviews SummerSlam, Jericho/PTP

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– Wrestling journalist Wade Keller of PWTorch.com joins WWE Hall Of Famer “Stone Cold” Steve Austin on the latest edition of the “Steve Austin Show” podcast to review WWE SummerSlam. You can download the show at PodcastOne.com.

– The Prime Time Players, Titus O’Neil and Darren Young, are the guests on the latest edition of Chris Jericho’s “Talk Is Jericho” podcast. You can download that show as well at PodcastOne.com.

– Big Show delivers a Labor Day message in the following video released by WWE on Tuesday.

*Spoilers* WWE Main Event Taping Results For This Week

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The following matches were taped on Tuesday night prior to the SmackDown television taping for this week’s edition of WWE Main Event.

– Kevin Owens def. Jack Swagger in the first of three matches taped for this week’s Main Event. The finish saw Owens hit Swagger with his Pop-Up Powerbomb for the 1-2-3.

– Fandango def. Adam Rose in the next match taped for Main Event. Unlike the first match, this one didn’t have a lot of crowd heat and was a pretty basic filler match.

– Sasha Banks & Naomi def. Paige & Becky Lynch in Divas tag-team action, as the “Divas Revolution” continues on WWE Main Event. The crowd was hot for this one, which saw the two Team B.A.D. members pick up the win over the two Team P.C.B. members.

*Spoilers* WWE SmackDown Tapings Results For Thursday

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WWE taped this week’s episode of SmackDown from Miami, Florida. Here are the spoiler results:

– SmackDown kicks off with The New Day coming out with picket signs, talking about The Dudley Boyz endangering furniture. The Dudleyz come out to a big pop. The Prime Time Players interrupted, setting up a match between the two teams.

– The Dudley Boyz defeated The Prime Time Players. The New Day was on commentary.

– Stardust vs. Neville never happened because The Ascension attacked Neville before the match could begin. It appears The Ascension is with Stardust now.

– Backstge, JoJo interviewed Cesaro and Sheamus interrupted, setting up their match tonight.

– Sheamus defeated Cesaro.

– The Miz hosted MizTV with Dolph Ziggler and Lana. Summer Rae came out and wound up fighting with Lana. Ziggler and Miz had to separate them.

– Bo Dallas defeated R-Truth. Bo did his usual Bo-lieve promo before the match.

– Charlotte defeated Tamina Snuka. After the match, Team Bella came to the stage and stared down Team PCB. Nikki Bella raised the Divas title as she and Charlotte exchanged words.

– Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose defeated Big E and Kofi Kingston by DQ in the main event.

Sunny Comments On Her Relationship With WWE, Skyping With Fans, DUI’s & More

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WWE Hall of Famer Tammy “Sunny” Sytch has responded to reports that WWE is not happy with what she’s been up to lately, including her run-ins with the law and the fact that she’s doing paid Skype calls with fans.

She posted the following on Facebook today:

“guess what?? the wrestling “news sites” are at it again! Now they are ‘reporting’ that the WWE is unhappy with me due to my current career choices and path… WELL….Let me let you all in on a little something…… The last time the WWE paid me ANYTHING was in 2012, a check for $1000, for an interview I did at Axxess during WM weekend. Before that it was 2011, a check for $5000, for the HOF weekend that I was inducted. NOTHING since then, not even royalties. They have done NOTHING to help me pay MY BILLS, and have paid me ZERO in 3 1/2 YEARS!! So, I ask you:::: WHY THE HELL SHOULD I BE CONCERNED WITH WHAT THEIR OPINION IS ON MY CAREER CHOICE, IF THEY ARE NOT CONCERNED IN THE LEAST BIT WITH MY FINANCIAL WELL-BEING AND STABILITY AND ABILITY TO PAY MY LIVING EXPENSES???? So I should live in a cardboard box just to make the WWE look good??? I THINK NOT. I’m making more $$ weekly than they used to pay me weekly when I was on the road with them FULL-TIME!!!! SO, until they start paying me weekly, I will continue to do what is best for ME, and no one else. So for now, THAT IS ALL.”

“Hey, yeah I do skypes.. Yeah Ive had a couple DUI’s. Yeah I spent some time in rehab and in prison…. SO F**KING WHAT. You all have never done ANYTHING wrong? I’ve made mistakes just like every one else. You move on. I LOVE WHO I AM…. and that’s all that matters. I’d rather have done the things I’ve done, than lived a boring uneventful life! Am I ashamed of any of it???? HELL NO!! It’s not like I’ve ever tried to kill anyone…. but hey, there’s still time , right??? hahahahahaha”

Jim Ross Blog: Sting vs. Seth Rollins, Bram’s Arrest, Hulk Hogan & More

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WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross recently updated his official blog with his thoughts and comments on a number of topics. Below are some of the highlights.

On Sting vs. Seth Rollins at Night Of Champions: “The Sting-Rollins NOC Title bout is intriguing to me on a variety of fronts. It’s great to see old friend Sting get to headline a major WWE event even thought as I write this he has yet to win a WWE bout if you’re keeping score at home. Perhaps tonight will change that piece of business unless WWE is ‘saving’ Sting’s next in ring appearance for NOC. Rollins is evolving into a top hand without question and it will be interesting to see how he and Sting compliment each other’s strengths on September 20 in Houston. I like the booking. I think the match will out perform some skeptics predictions and that it should be a significant night for young, Rollins. Or does Sting score the upset and Sheamus cashes in the MITB Contract to become the Champ? I assume any thing is possible but I see Rollins retaining.”

On Hulk Hogan: “I missed the Hulk Hogan on ABC appearance Monday morning and it will be interesting to see the fallout or lack thereof will be on this matter as the week progresses. I’ve never considered Hogan a racist but obviously his choice of words is unacceptable in any environment. Hopefully, his public will forgive him and he can get on with the business of being “The Hulkster” and earning a living of which everyone has the right to do. Forgiveness isn’t a foreign term and can still be done in today’s cynical world if the individual seeking forgiveness is sincere and I have every reason to believe that Hogan is sincere as his rant was embarassing and humiliating with the ability to completely wreck one’s career.”

On Bram’s arrest: “Sad to hear that TNA’s now suspended Bram has been arrested on two, felony counts of domestic battery in Florida. It might be challenging for the Brit to keep his credentials to stay in the USA under these circumstances considering that he has an existing arrest record that prompted him to get released by WWE. The entire matter is unfortunate as Bram aka Thomas Latimer is a solid talent? who I thought had a significant upside when I first saw him in WWE developmental. I’d be shocked if TNA retained his services if these charges are validated. Plus, one has to feel empathy for the alleged victim.”

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

Charlotte Still Legally Married To Bram, Marriage To Be Dissolved This Month?

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As reported earlier this week, WWE Diva Charlotte was not the woman involved in the domestic incident this past weekend that saw TNA star Bram get arrested on charges of domestic assault by strangulation and false imprisonment. As noted, the woman involved was Bram’s girlfriend, Ashley Allen.

While it was reported on Monday that Charlotte and Bram quietly broke up a few months ago, they are still legally married. The two currently have a hearing scheduled in Florida on September 10th, which will be the final hearing for the dissolution of their marriage.

(Credit: PWInsider.com)

WWE Issues Statement Regarding Jimmy Snuka Being Charged With Murder

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WWE has issued the following statement regarding Jimmy Snuka being charged with murder in the 1983 death of his mistress, Nancy Argentino:

“WWE expresses its continued sympathy to the Argentino family for their loss. Ultimately this legal matter will be decided by our judicial system.”

Jim Ross Talks To Scott Hall About His Past Troubles, Cleaning Up & More

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WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross recently spoke with Scott Hall for a new FOX Sports article. Below are some of the highlights of the interview.

On Jake Roberts and Diamond Dallas Page offering to help him: “What did I have to lose? I was drinking myself to death. I don’t even know why I answered the phone when Dally and Jake called because I wasn’t answering any calls or talking to anyone. I guess it was fate. Jake was one of my professional heroes and Dally was always a great friend. It was just the two of them and me in Page’s home.”

On the lifestyle he was living: “I always wanted to be a main eventer in pro wrestling. I lived my dream but the excess of the ’80s and the huge money of the ’90s became a great temptation for many of us. After working in a main event, on the advice of one of my peers, I took my downers, Xanax was my drug of choice, before I stopped sweating and got into the showers. Then I’d have a few beers on the drive to the hotel and then hit the rack to make that 6 a.m. flight. Some nights we wouldn’t go to bed at all and hit the hotel bar and then hit a diner, eat and then get to the airport to sleep on the plane.”

On if he blames the business for his troubles: “Absolutely, not. Never. I just blame myself. If I want to know who the culprit is I simply look in the mirror. All my friends that died much too early have themselves to blame and no one else.”

On his legacy: “I love the wrestling business, but my Mom never named me Razor. That I did with the blessing of Vince McMahon but, at the end of the day, the wrestling business was always essentially about the money and the miles. My most important legacy is being a good father to my two children.”

“My life is like driving down a road. I occasionally glance in the rearview mirror but I’m not focused on the past or looking back anymore. That’s why the windshield is bigger than the review view mirror. I prefer to look ahead, make my short term goals, and focus on today. I’m where I’m supposed to be but not where I want to be. Thank God I’m not where I used to be. I’m OK and I’m on my way one day at a time. Help awaits everyone if they truly want it.”

Check out the complete interview at FOXSports.com.

Jimmy Snuka Charged With Third-Degree Murder & Involuntary Manslaughter

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WWE Hall of Famer “Superfly” Jimmy Snuka has been charged with third-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter for the death of his girlfriend more than 32 years ago.

In his 2012 autobiography, Snuka maintained his innocence and said Argentino’s death ruined his life.

“Many terrible things have been written about me hurting Nancy and being responsible for her death, but they are not true,” he wrote. “This has been very hard on me and very hard on my family. To this day, I get nasty notes and threats. It hurts. I never hit Nancy or threatened her.”

Back on May 10th, 1983, Snuka wrestled on a WWE TV taping from the Allentown Fairgrounds in Pennsylvania. When he got back to his hotel room, he alleged that he found Nancy Argentino gasping for air and oozing yellow fluid from her nose and mouth. She died the following day from traumatic brain injures. She also had a number of cuts and bruises which suggested domestic abuse. The autopsy report stated her injuries were consistent with being hit with a “stationary object.”

The forensic pathologist suggested that the case be invested as a homicide, but no charges were filed until today. An investigation was reopened last year when Pennsylvania’s Morning Call newspaper published an in-depth story on the alleged murder, which led to a grand jury investigation that ultimately resulted in Snuka being charged.

Kevin Owens Talks About Finn Balor & Samoa Joe Joining The Main Roster, NXT & More

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Kevin Owens spoke to Mike Jones from DC101 in Washington, DC this week to promote WWE’s live event this Sunday at the Eagle Bank Arena in Fairfax, VA. Here are some highlights of what KO said about:

Finn Balor & Samoa Joe Joining The Main Roster: “I think there’s a lot of people in NXT that are right on the cusp of being ready to come and make an impact on the main roster! Joe, Finn, Hideo Itami, when he’s healthy cause he’s still hurt right now, Enzo and Big Cass, who are probably my favorites in NXT right now, and that’s just to name a few.”

NXT Preparing you for WWE: “That’s the thing about NXT and the way they built NXT is it’s so good to get you ready for that moment. Triple H built it with that in mind, that once you get that opportunity you nail it and knock it out of the park. He did everything he could to make NXT basically a smaller version of RAW.”

Finally Making It To The Big Time In WWE: “It’s happened to me several times over the past few months and it still happens. I get in the elevator and it’s just me in the elevator, I’ll find myself staring at the reflection and thinking ‘How did you get here’ and it’s a way of reminding myself that this is what I’ve been waiting for forever.”

You can check out the whole interview at DC101.com.

DA To Announce Findings Of Jimmy Snuka Grand Jury Probe This Afternoon

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The District Attorney of Pennsylvania’s Lehigh County will hold a press conference this afternoon to announce developments in the ongoing grand jury investigation into the 1983 death of Nancy Argentino, the former girlfriend of WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka.

Snuka was considered a person of interest in the 1983 death of Argentino, who was only 23 at the time. Her autopsy found that she suffered more than two dozen cuts and bruises, a possible sign of “mate abuse.”

The murder took place at the former George Washington Motor Lodge, where Argentino was found. A forensic pathologist wrote at the time that the case should be investigated as a homicide, but Snuka was never charged.

If you’ve never read it, check out The Morning Call’s investigative report on the Snuka situation that launched the grand jury probe.

Stardust Polling Fans About Cody Rhodes, WWE Not Happy With Sunny & More

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– The Prime Time Players will be Chris Jericho’s guest this week on his Talk Is Jericho podcast over at PodcastOne.com.

– WWE officials are not happy with Hall of Famer Tammy “Sunny” Sytch, according to f4wonline.com. Sunny has been selling “private Skype sessions with fans” and is dealing with a lot of legal issues at the moment.

– Stardust is asking fans on Twitter to vote on which persona they like bette – Stardust or Cody Rhodes, who mysteriously disappeared back in June 2014 and is rumored to be chained up in a remote cave somewhere off the coast of Parts Unknown.

Summer Rae In Iron Man Magazine: Behind The Scenes Video

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WWE Diva Summer Rae is featured in the September issue of Iron Man Magazine.

She spoke to WWE.com about the opportunity, noting that “‘Iron Man’ loved my message about having a healthy lifestyle … I got the shoot on my own, which I am very proud of.”

Aside from talking to the magazine about her physical fitness routine and life on the road with WWE, she also promoted a cause very near and dear to her, a charity her family started up entitled The Dean Thomas Moinet Foundation. The foundation is “for medically fragile children in North Carolina,” and aims to provide free residency for families during hospital stays.

The latest issue of Iron Man Magazine with Summer Rae is now available at newsstands everywhere.

Mark Henry Says He Is Considering Retiring Next Year

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During a recent interview with The Times of India, Mark Henry revealed that he is considering retiring from active competition next year – but it won’t be the last we see of him.

“I may retire next year,” Henry said. “It may be the swan-song of my wrestling career; but definitely not the end of Mark Henry!”

Henry, who made his first WWE television appearance back in March of 1996, says he’s already thinking about ways he can contribute to the business once he hangs up the boots once and for all.

“Well, I’ve done it all; won several championships. My ambition now is to be a part of finding the future talent of wrestling and open up the sport to countries like India.”

Henry also spoke about his work with the Special Olympics, being bullied when he was growing up for being “unusually big” and more.

Bayley’s Popularity, Update On Mika Rotunda’s WWE Tryout, Kanna Drops Title In Japan

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– NXT Women’s Champion Bayley’s popularity continues to climb, with a long-time WWE employee telling Bryan Alvarez of f4wonline.com that BBayleyailey is “so ungodly over, especially with little girls,” that if she were to start granting wishes through Make-A-Wish, “she will destroy John Cena.”

It’s also worth noting that Bayley’s t-Shirt is currently the highest-selling Divas merchandise at WWEShop.com.

– Japanese women’s wrestler Kanna, who has reportedly signed with WWE, relinquished the REINA World Women’s Championship this which, which she won from Syuri back in 2014. REINA has confirmed that she’s also leaving the promotion.

– Several weeks ago, Bray Wyatt’s sister Mika Rotunda was at the WWE Performance Center for a tryout. WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair revealed on his Wooooo! Nation podcast that he was at the Performance Center when Mika was there – and she was trying out to be a ring announcer, not a wrestler. Flair sounded impressed with what he saw and said he wouldn’t be surprised if WWE brought her in as an announcer in the future.

In related news, Mika Rotuna was backstage at Monday’s RAW from Tampa:

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WWE 2K16 Roster Update: 21 More Characters Announced, New Screenshots

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In 2K’s fourth reveal for WWE 2K16’s ongoing Roster 3:16, 21 additional WWE Superstars and Divas have been announced for inclusion in the forthcoming franchise release on October 27, 2015 in North America and October 30, 2015 internationally.

This week’s additions to WWE 2K16’s extensive roster include Aiden English, Andre The Giant, Batista, Chris Jericho, Curtis Axel, Edge, Erick Rowan, Fandango, John “Bradshaw” Layfield, Luke Harper, “Macho Man” Randy Savage, Natalya, Ravishing Rick Rude, R-Truth, Ryback, Santino Marella, Sergeant Slaughter, Simon Gotch, Stephanie McMahon, The Rock and Undertaker.

Developed collaboratively by Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, a 2K studio, WWE 2K16 is rated T for Teen by the ESRB and is in development for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment systems, Xbox One and Xbox 360.

New screenshots:

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Charlotte & Nikki Hype Their Divas Title Match, SmackDown Spoilers Tonight & More

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– Tonight’s WWE SmackDown and Main Event tapings take place from Miami, Florida. Dolph Ziggler and Lana on Miz TV has been announced for SmackDown. Join us here later tonight for live coverage of the SmackDown tapings.

– Total Divas synopsis for tonight: “Paige lands herself in hot water with the WWE; Nattie sets her sister up with Big E; and Bryan takes issue with Brie’s new sexy wardrobe.”

– On this week’s RAW Fallout videos, Charlotte talks about becoming #1 contender to Nikki Bella’s Divas Championship at Night of Champions and Nikki reacts:

Report: Philadelphia Submits A Bid To Host WrestleMania 34

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Philadelphia city officials have reportedly submitted a bid to host WrestleMania 34 in 2018, according to CrossingBroad.com.

Citing an anonymous WWE source, the site says that the city submitted a plan to host the event at Lincoln Financial Field, with NXT and RAW events held at the Wells Fargo Center, and a FanFest held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Larry Needle, the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Sports Congress, has done interviews with local newspapers in recent years expressing the city’s interest in hosting a WrestleMania event.

Wreslemania 32 is scheduled for AT&T Stadium in Arington, Texas in 2016 and WrestleMania 33 is rumored to be taking place from Minnesota in 2017.

*Spoilers* WWE Superstars Taping Results For This Week

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The following matches were taped prior to WWE RAW on Monday night for this week’s edition of WWE Superstars.

– R-Truth def. Adam Rose in the first of two matches taped in the Amalie Arena in Tampa for WWE Superstars this week. This match was said to be a pretty basic match that didn’t have a lot of crowd heat.

– Neville & The Lucha Dragons def. Stardust & The Ascension in six-man tag-team action to close out the taping. There was a lot of high-flying, fast-paced action in this one, which the babyfaces ended up winning in the end.

Bram Released From Jail, Photo Of His Mug Shot

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As reported on Monday, TNA star Bram (aka Thomas Latimer) was arrested for domestic battery and false imprisonment on Sunday in Gulfport, Florida.

Latimer was released on Tuesday on $5,000 bond for the domestic battery strangulation charge, and an additional $1,000 bond for the false imprisonment charge.

TNA announced that they have indefinitely suspended Bram while they work to “gather facts and obtain additional information related to the arrest.”

Below are details of Bram’s arrest courtesy of The Gulfport Police Department:

Professional Wrestler Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges

Gulfport, FL—On 8/30 at approximately 6:00 AM, officers responded to a call about a disturbance in an apartment at 3205 58th Street South. There they encountered Thomas R. Latimer and a woman who identified herself as his girlfriend.

The officers observed evidence indicative of a physical altercation, and their investigation revealed that, after the couple had been arguing, the woman felt threatened and sought refuge in her bedroom.

Latimer followed her into the bedroom, closed the door, and refused to allow her to leave. He then pushed the woman onto the bed and was holding her down by her neck.

Latimer, who is a wrestler with TNA Impact Wrestling, was charged with domestic battery by strangulation and false imprisonment. Both are felony charges, and he is currently being held in the Pinellas County Jail.

What Happened After RAW: Cena & Orton vs. Rollins & Sheamus

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After Monday’s WWE RAW from Tampa went off the air, the dark match main event took place featuring two top stars who weren’t on the show.

John Cena and Randy Orton defeated WWE World Heavyweight champion Seth Rollins and Sheamus. Cena and Orton hit their finishers on Sheamus to end the match, then celebrated to end the show.

Updated Card For WWE Night of Champions

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Following Monday’s RAW (Results), here’s the updated card for WWE Night of Champions on Sunday, September 20th:

WWE World Heavyweight Title Match
Sting vs. Seth Rollins (c)

WWE United States Title Match
John Cena vs. Seth Rollins (c)

WWE Divas Title Match
Charlotte vs. Nikki Bella (c)

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