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Booker T’s “Big Announcement”, WWE Filling Positions For WWE Network

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– WWE Hall Of Famer Booker T teased a “big announcement” . The announcement, involves his “Reality Of Wrestling” promotion. To find out what the announcement is, check out the following Booker T tweet:

– WWE has added a job listing for a “Network Coordinator” who will be responsible for making sure the WWE Network stream will be issue-free. For more information, visit Careers-WWECorp.icims.com.

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    • WWE To Release “Great Factions” DVD, Update On WWE Tour Of Saudi Arabia

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    – WWE is working on a new “Greatest Wrestling Factions” DVD set, which is scheduled to be released in May. The DVD will likely play off of a list on the official WWE website that counted down the top factions in wrestling history.

    – As previously reported, WWE Superstar Kofi Kingston was off of WWE television this week due to a promotional tour of Saudi Arabia. WWE will make their live event debut in Saudi Arabia in the middle of February.

    Speaking of Kingston, you can check out an interview with the WWE Superstar via the Saudi Gazette online at SaudiGazette.com.

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    • Vince McMahon Claims He Rejected Cable/Satellite Offer For WWE Network

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    WWE CEO Vince McMahon stated in a recent interview with the Los Angeles Times that he turned down an offer for a commercial cable network and a pay channel model, similar to HBO.

    WWE apparently had a deal on the table with major distributors that would have generated a reported 20 cents per month, per subscriber, had they gone that route. “I said, much to the chagrin of my staff, I’m not going to sign it,” said McMahon in the L.A. Times interview.

    McMahon added that the terms pay-television distributors wanted were “too restrictive.”

    You can check out the complete Vince McMahon interview with the Los Angeles Times online at LATimes.com.

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    • Dixie Carter Holds Company Meeting Addressing The Future Of Impact, Jarrett’s Departure

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    TNA President Dixie Carter held a company meeting this week at company headquarters in Nashville to address a wide variety of topics, including Jeff Jarrett’s departure, how future Impact Wrestling TV tapings will be handled and more.

    As we reported earlier this month, Impact Wrestling is without a home base once again due to all of the sound stages at Universal Studios in Orlando being booked up for the remainder of 2014. During the meeting, Dixie Carter acknowledged that TNA still does not know where they’ll be holding Impact tapings after March. While they are still in talks with Universal Orlando about working out some sort of deal, the company is looking at other locations for future tapings.

    Regarding Jeff Jarrett’s surprise departure from the company, Dixie Carter was very vague and simply called it a “business decision.” It’s believed that when Toby Keith’s negotiations to buy TNA broke down, Jarrett decided it was time to leave.

    In related news, TNA is looking to hold the upcoming Lockdown pay-per-view from the Miami, Florida area.

    Spike TV To Drop TNA Wrestling When Their Contract Expires Later This Year?

    (Information from PWInsider was used in this report)

    VIDEO: TNA Hypes “The End Of AJ Styles At Impact Wrestling”

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    TNA recently added a video called, “The End of AJ Styles at IMPACT WRESTLING?” to their official YouTube channel. The video, which you can watch below, is accompanied by the following description: “Straight from IMPACT INTERACTIVE as seen at http://impactwrestling.com, we hear look at the ending to IMPACT WRESTLING with interviews from BroMans, Bad Influence and Earl Hebner, and see what could possibly be the last of AJ Styles at IMPACT WRESTLING.”

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    • Live NXT On WWE Network Going Head-To-Head With Impact On 2/27

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    Triple H announced during Thursday’s NXT TV tapings from Winter Park, Florida that the February 27th NXT taping will air live on the WWE Network – head-to-head against TNA Impact Wrestling on Spike TV.

    Two of the main events announced for the live NXT show on the WWE Network are:

    * Bo Dallas vs. Adrian Neville (Ladder match for the NXT Championship)

    * Sami Zayn vs. Antonio Cesaro(Best of 3 Falls Match)

    Video: Magnus Disposes Of AJ Styles On Impact

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    Here are the big news items coming out of Thursday night’s Impact Wrestling, which was taped back in December:

    – Magnus is officially the ‘undisputed’ TNA World Heavyweight champion by defeating self-proclaimed TNA champion AJ Styles in his final match for the company.

    – TNA announced the following matches for next week’s live “Genesis” episode of Impact Wrestling:

    * Kurt Angle vs. Bobby Roode (Steel Cage match)
    * Sting vs. Ethan Carter III
    * Bully Ray vs. Mr. Anderson (Grudge match)
    * Knockouts Champion Gail Kim vs. Madison Rayne

    DirecTV Hints That They Might Stop Carrying WWE PPV Events

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    With the official announcement of the WWE Network and the news that all 12 of WWE’s monthly pay-per-view events will be included in the streaming service, one of the big topics of discussion has been the future of PPV events for fans who do not subscribe.

    WWE stated that fans who do not get the WWE Network can still order their pay-per-views through traditional means (cable/satellite providers). However, knowing that the WWE Network might cause some pushback from cable/satellite providers, WWE filed a document with the SEC on Thursday saying that some of the providers might decide to stop carrying their PPV’s.

    Now, DirecTV is the first company to publicly acknowledge the situation. In a statement made to the Los Angeles Times, a DirecTV spokesperson said,

    “Clearly we need to quickly re-evaluate the economics and viability of their business with us, as it now appears the WWE feels they do not need their PPV distributors.”

    They added that sales WWE PPV events “have been steadily declining, and this new low-cost competitive offering will only accelerate this trend.”

    Make no mistake about it – cable providers are not happy about the WWE Network, which was, in part, a power play by WWE to cut them out of millions of dollars in PPV revenue. Rightfully so – why use a ‘middle man’ and give them upto 60% of PPV sales when you don’t have to?

    During the ‘groundbreaking announcement’ from Las Vegas, Vince McMahon “I think it’d be foolish for them not to want to carry the pay-per-view anymore. It’s found money for them.”

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    *Spoilers* 5 Weeks Of WWE NXT Tapings Results

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    WWE taped five episodes of WWE NXT Thursday night Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida. Here are full spoiler results:

    * Sin Cara, Summer Rae and Sasha Banks greeted fans before the tapings.

    * Triple H kicks off the tapings and talks about how far NXT has came. He announces that after the January 30th tapings, NXT will air live on the WWE Network with a one-time special on the night of the February 27th tapings.

    * Brando Rhodes is introduced as a ring announcer, using that name.

    January 15th Episode:

    * Adrian Neville defeated Wesley Blake.

    * Alexander Rusev defeated Xavier Woods with the camel clutch. Lana cut a promo before the match. After the match, Rusev attacked Kofi while he was down. Sin Cara ran out and made the save. “Hunico” chants started up which caused a lot of laughter in the crowd.

    * Antonio Cesaro defeated CJ Parker in an easy match with The Neutralizer.

    * Sami Zayn came out on crutches to a big pop. He says 2014 will be a much better year for him. Zayn wants a rematch against Antonio Cesaro from their famous 2 of 3 Falls match. Cesaro comes out, shakes Zayn’s hand and turns down the challenge.

    * Natalya defeated Summer Rae by submission. This was described as one of the better NXT TV matches for the Divas. Sasha Banks and Bayley argued at ringside and taunted each other.

    January 22nd Episode:

    * The Ascension defeated two local wrestlers.

    * Corey Graves defeated Camacho by submission. Graves cut a promo before the match and said he can’t forgive Adrian Neville.

    * Bo Dallas comes out and cuts a promo. Adrian Neville interrupts and wants a title shot. Triple H comes out and announces a Beat The Clock match for right now. Neville wins, beats it and will get a NXT Title match at the live NXT special on the WWE Network on February 27th. Dallas tries to attack Neville got Neville got the upperhand.

    January 29th Episode:

    * Bayley with Natalya vs. Sasha Banks with Charlotte and Summer Rae is up next. Bayley wins by pinfall.

    * Colin Cassaday vs. Tyler Breeze is up next. Breeze gets the win with help from Aiden English.

    * The Miz defeated CJ Parker with the Figure Four in what was called a sleeper of a match.

    * Renee Young hosts a contract signing between Bo Dallas and Adrian Neville for the live NXT on February 27th on the WWE Network. Bo doesn’t show up at first but finally comes out and tells Neville to watch and learn. Neville watches as Bo defeats a local unknown wrestler. Bo then signed the contract and brawled with Neville.

    February 5th Episode:

    * Alexander Rusev defeated Sin Cara.

    * Emma defeated Alicia Fox in a quick match. After the match, Emma cut a promo about being #1 contender. She said Paige isn’t 100% right now but when she is, Emma wants her title shot. Summer Rae, Sasha Banks and Charlotte run out and attack Emma until Natalya and Bayley make the save.

    * Mason Ryan defeated Sylvester Lefort in a squash match.

    * Tyson Kidd defeated Aiden English with help from Colin Cassaday.

    * Adrian Neville defeated Corey Graves by pinfall. This was a good physical match fought in and out of the ring. After the match, Bo Dallas attacks Neville and they fight. Triple H announces their February 27th live match on the WWE Network for the title will be a Ladder Match.

    February 12th Episode:

    * Emma, Bayley and Natalya defeated Sasha Banks, Summer Rae and Alicia Fox. Summer and Sasha ended up walking out on Alicia, causing her to be submitted. Charlotte was with Summer and Sasha.

    * Aiden English defeated Colin Cassaday.

    * Sami Zayn comes out and talks more about wanting Antonio Cesaro in a 2 of 3 Falls rematch. Cesaro comes and taunts Zayn. They argue. Zayn goes for a handshake but Cesaro won’t. Cesaro kicks Zayn’s injured knee out and walks off. Triple H appears and says he heard Zayn’s knee will be better in time for the live February 27th show on the WWE Network. Cesaro vs. Zayn is announced for that show.

    * CJ Parker defeated Tye Dillinger in a quick match.

    * Erick Rowan and Luke Harper vs. Jason Jordan and Marcus Louis is next. Rowan and Harper get the win as Bray Wyatt watched from ringside in his rocking chair. Daniel Bryan was not there. After the match, Bray hits Sister Abigail and cuts a promo.

    WWE Stock Rises Due To WWE Network Announcement, Mick Foley’s Comedy

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    – WWE stock increased 2.77% on Thursday and closed at $16.67 following Wednesday night’s WWE Network announcement. The next big factor that will affect the stock in a significant way will be the TV rights fees negotiations, with a new deal to be announced by early March.

    – The Democrat And Chronicle website ran an article on WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley’s comedy shows this weekend in New York and Toronto. Foley will be performing on Friday night in Webster, New York at The Comedy Club at 7:30pm and 10:30pm. He plays Saturday night in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at Yuk Yuks at 8pm. For more information on the shows, visit DemocratAndChronicle.com.

    Ric Flair Has Warrant Out For His Arrest, Due In Court On 1/24

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    The Charlotte Business Journal ran an article noting that WWE Hall Of Famer “Nature Boy” Ric Flair currently has a warrant out for his arrest in Mecklenburg County for failure to pay post-separation support and legal fees to his ex-wife Jacqueline.

    The article notes that Flair owes $32,352.51, and if he’s taken in, would not be able to get out until he paid the money owed.

    Flair faces a hearing in court for the warrant on January 24th.

    Update On Hulk Hogan Rumors, Dean Ambrose Returning Home, More

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    – As a bit of an update on the Hulk Hogan rumors from Wednesday, not only was he not in Las Vegas, he was in Tampa, Florida, as previously reported, and was filming something for ESPN.

    – The Dayton City Paper website has a featured article up today focusing on WWE Superstar Dean Ambrose, who is from the Ohio area. The article mainly focuses on Ambrose returning home for a show in Dayton on January 20th. Ambrose is actually from Cincinnati. You can check out the article online at DaytonCityPaper.com.

    – The Forbes website posted an analysis feature on the WWE Network. You can check that out online at Forbes.com.

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    • Latest On Physical Condition Of WWE Hall Of Famer Mae Young

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    Regarding Mae Young’s condition, as noted earlier today, she is still alive. She is no longer on life support, however, and is said to be in weak physical condition.

    Earlier today, when one of her friends growing up in Oklahoma called her, while she wasn’t strong enough to speak, she did listen. When the friend told her, “you know thousands of people are pulling for you,” Young weakly replied, “I know.”

    As of noon on Thursday, Young’s condition had yet to change from that of which was reported late Wednesday night.

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    Update On Roderick Strong’s Condition, Status For Weekend Events

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    EVOLVE Wrestling booker Gabe Sapolsky sent out an email news alert that stated Roderick Strong will not be able to wrestle at the Florida shows this weekend.

    “Roderick Strong suffered a graphic neck injury last weekend,” Sapolsky wrote. “We had constant communication with Strong since the injury and monitored his progress.

    “We were all the under the impression he would be able to perform this weekend at EVOLVE. However, today he felt discomfort in his neck when he worked out. After a conference call today, it was decided that for Roderick’s future it was best he rest as a precaution. Roderick will still be at Friday’s EVOLVE 25 card to sign autographs and meet you. We will welcome him in the DGUSA/EVOLVE ring when he is ready.”

    For more information, visit DGUSA.tv.

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    • The Rock Tweets Photo From The Set Of His New HBO Show “Ballers”

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    Check out these photos of The Rock on the set of his new HBO show, Ballers. The half-hour ‘dramedy’ series, which will co-star Mark Wahlberg,  chronicles the lives of athletes, some retired, some still active, living in Miami.

    Renee Young Wants To Be WWE’s First Female Commentator, WWE Network Free Trial

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    – WWE.com conducted an interview with backstage interviewer Renee Young, who says she wants to be WWE’s first female commentator:

    “I was doing color commentary down at NXT, and it’s been a really great opportunity for me to tap into my hosting background, using my brain and thinking on my feet. Being clever with it is awesome for me. I love being able to do that. I would love to be the first female to do color commentary for this company. That would be a cool thing to do. I would love to be the girl to take on that role.”

    – WWE will be offering a free 1-week trial to fans who order the WWE Network. Signups begin on February 24th at 9am (Eastern) via WWE.com. This is described as a “limited time” offer.

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    Triple H Announces WWE NXT To Begin Airing Live On WWE Network On 2/27

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    As mentioned during the WWE Network announcement in Las Vegas, Nevada this past Wednesday, WWE NXT will begin airing on the WWE Network when it launches in February.

    Triple H announced during the WWE NXT television taping for this week, which is taking place tonight in Winter Park, Florida, that beginning February 27th, WWE NXT TV will air live on the WWE Network from Full Sail University.

    Make sure to check back here at the website on Friday morning for a complete report from the WWE NXT taping.

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    • WWE Network Talent Meeting Before RAW, Ken Shamrock Now 50 Cent’s Bodyguard

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    – TMZ.com reports that UFC Hall of Famer and former WWE Superstar Ken Shamrock is now part of rapper 50 Cent’s security team. Shamrock was recently hired by a security team that caters to “high-end” clients. Shamrock was at 50 Cent’s side yesterday at the CES Convention in Las Vegas.

    After the convention, Shamrock tweeted that it was a “pleasure” working for 50 Cent and that he’s “By far one of the classiest gents I have ever worked with.”

    – WWE will be holding a talent meeting prior to Monday’s WWE RAW from the Dunkin’ Donuts Center in Providence, RI to discuss the new WWE Network and how it will affect everybody.

    One topic in particular that is expected to be discussed is pay-per-view bonuses. With all 12 of WWE’s monthly PPV’s moving to the Network (starting with WrestleMania XXX), the company will have to come up with a new method of determining the wrestlers’ PPV compensation.

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    WWE Polls Fans For First Episode Of WWE Network Show “WWE Countdown”

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    WWE has added the first poll question for their new WWE Countdown series, a show that will air as an original program on the new WWE Network. The poll asks the question, “Which was the biggest backstabbing moment?”

    The options for the poll are as follows:

    – Shawn Michaels superkicks Marty Jannety on “The Barber Shop”
    – The Montreal Screwjob at WWE Survivor Series 1997
    – Sgt. Slaughter turns his back on America
    – Andre The Giant betrays Hulk Hogan
    – Owen Hart turns on his brother Bret Hart
    – Trish Stratus sides with Christian over Chris Jericho
    – Matt Hardy betrays his brother Jeff Hardy
    – Evolution attacks Randy Orton
    – Paul Bearer abandons Undertaker for Mankind
    – Hulk Hogan stuns WCW and joins the nWo

    You can vote on the poll online at WWE.com.

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    • Ric Flair Announces He Will Not Attend 49ers vs. Panthers NFL Playoff Game

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    Ric Flair’s representatives released the following today:

    Ric Flair® Will Not Attend Playoff Game in Carolina

    CHARLOTTE, NC – (January 9, 2014) He’s always been the “dirtiest player in the game” – and some things never change.

    A long time Carolina Panthers fan, Ric Flair created quite the stir when WWE sent him to Green Bay, WI January 5th to give the San Francisco 49ers an unexpected locker room pep talk. WWE is hosting WrestleMania XXXI in SanFrancisco in 2015. Now many are asking: Will Flair attend the January 12th playoff game in Carolina as they host San Francisco? And if so, which team will he support?

    “When the 49ers reached out and WWE asked Ric to jet up there, of course he said yes,” says Melinda Morris Zanoni, Flair’s agent at Legacy Talent and Entertainment, “and he’s friends with a bunch of the 49ers just like he is with the Panthers, Packers, and many other NFL players. But no, Ric does not intend on attending the Panthers vs. 49ers game this weekend.” “What can I say? I’ve always been a very good heel!” added Flair.

    The 49er pep talk, which instantly went viral, caused many Carolina fans to voice their feelings of anger and betrayal on social media – some even offering death threats to Flair. “We know fans are passionate about their teams, but some of the choice language we have been receiving is scaring off our interns,” says Melinda.

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    • Why WWE Is Launching The Network In February, WWE Network Subreddit

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    – A new subreddit has been created on Reddit.com for fans to discuss the WWE Network: Reddit.com/r/WWENetwork.

    – WWE announced last night that the WWE Network will be launching on Monday night, February 24, 2014 immediately following the conclusion of WWE RAW. Forbes.com reports that one of the main reasons WWE is launching the Network in February is to gain leverage in their ongoing TV rights fees negotiations. Aside from WWE negotiating with other cable networks, having the WWE Network as a potential home for their programming is valuable leverage.

    Of course, launching it before WrestleMania XXX – and the inclusion of WrestleMania as part of the package, is another big selling point.

    Monday’s Old School RAW averaged 4.5 million viewers. The Forbes article states that if WWE were able to sign up 4 million people for the Network – it would generate as much revenue as the entire company took in during 2012.

    Bruno Sammartino Documentary, Ezekiel Jackson Surgery Update, Wyatt/NXT

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    – The WWE NXT television taping will take place at Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida tonight. The NXT taping is set to feature The Wyatt Family, The Miz and The Bella Twins. Check back here at the website later tonight, or early tomorrow morning for a complete spoiler report.

    – A new documentary on the life of WWE Hall Of Famer Bruno Sammartino is said to be officially complete. Several groups are currently negotiating for the distribution rights to the project, including WWE.

    – WWE Superstar Ezekiel Jackson posted the following post-surgery update to his fans on his official Twitter account:

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    • How Many WWE Performers Are Under Contract?, Recent WWE Attendance

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    – The total number of WWE performers under contract to the company right now is said to be 140. That figure is down a bit from the 150 contracted performers that the company has had for a long while now.

    – The following are some recent WWE attendance figures:

    January 3rd live event in Fayetteville, North Carolina drew approximately 5,200 fans.
    January 4th live event in Greensboro, North Carolina drew approximately 8,500 fans.
    January 5th live event in Fairfax, Virginia drew approximately 4,000 fans.
    January 6th Old School RAW show in Baltimore, Maryland drew approximately 7,000 fans.

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    (Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

    • Update On Old School RAW Tradition, Ryback’s “Horse” Comment About Lilian

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    – As previously reported, WWE is planning on holding an Old School RAW special as a new annual television tradition. According to one source, WWE is looking at doing the Old School RAW show every year on the same Monday that the BCS college football game takes place.

    – Speaking of Old School RAW, there was said to be a lot of discussion backstage regarding Ryback’s commentary during the Curtis Axel vs. Big E. Langston match. The line that has everyone talking is when Ryback apologized for being horse, blaming it on hanging around Lilian Garcia. For those unaware, Lilian has been mocked within WWE for years over the belief that she has a “horse face.”

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    (Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

    • Reason Dusty Rhodes Wasn’t On Old School RAW, Backstage Heat On Dusty

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    There was reportedly a lot of talk about WWE Hall Of Famer “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes appearing at Old School RAW in Baltimore, Maryland this past Monday night. For those who watched the show, he obviously did not appear.

    Rhodes hasn’t been featured on WWE television since his involvement in the storyline where his sons Goldust and Cody Rhodes got their jobs back late last year. The reason for this is Rhodes went off script during a promo on RAW with Stephanie McMahon, going as far as to put his hand in her face and not letting her get the better of him. Ever since that segment, there is said to be heat on Dusty with WWE management.

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    (Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

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