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Jim Ross Q&A: Curt Hennig, World Widelife Fund, Daniel Bryan, Less PPV’s

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WWE Hall of FamerJim Ross updated the Q&A section of JRsBarBQ.com. Here are some highlights of what he said about:

If he called any Curt Hennig matches: 

“Many. He was excellent. A natural. You must be new. Thanks.”

If WWE thought they would win the lawsuit with the World Wildlife Fund:

“Obviously WWE thought they would win the case as did I. I wouldn’t say it was chaos but it did cause of lot of extra work.”

Daniel Bryan’s recent booking:

“Daniel Bryan’s TV persona seems like a no brainer to me. The fans want him to compete and to be the underdog who never quits and wins his share of matches. Easy matter in my view to ascertain. Just listen to the paying customers.”

If WWE would benefit from holding fewer pay-per-view events: 

“Long term planning & sticking to the plan has more to do w/ creative than # of PPV’s. Bottom line is always going to be the talents.”

Brock Lesnar News, Triple H To Appear On The Steve Austin Show Podcast?

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– On Monday’s Old School RAW, we saw Brock Lesnar dispose of Mark Henry once again before getting into a confrontation with the Big Show.

While at first it looked like WWE was setting up a program between Henry and Lesnar, Monday’s segment was done to put Lesnar over by “sacrifice” Henry en route to Lesnar’s feud with Big Show. There are no plans for a Lesnar vs. Henry match.

– Steve Austin noted on Twitter that while in Las Vegas for WWE’s major announcement tonight, he will try to interview Triple H for his Steve Austin show podcast.

Photo From Kaitlyn’s Final WWE Match, Big E Bids Kaitlyn Farewell

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– Former WWE Diva Kaitlyn’s final televised match will air tonight on Main Event. Check out this photo from after the match – not a bad way to go out!

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– WWE Intercontinental champion Big E Langston tweeted the following on Wednesday about Kaitlyn leaving the company:

TNA Worried About Spike TV Possibly Dropping Them In Favor Of WWE

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According to various sources, there are people within TNA that are concerned about the possibility of WWE striking a deal with Spike TV and other Viacom properties if they don’t secure a new television agreement with NBC Universdal when their current deal expires.

TNA feels that the sooner they can lock a new contract in with Spike, the better off they will be. TNA is pretty much depending on their Spike TV television deal to keep the company alive right now.

Apparently the goal when TNA signed their most recent deal with Spike TV was for the two companies to work to grow Impact Wrestling’s audience to two million viewers. Obviously that never happened, and worse than that, the viewership has actually declined since they signed that deal.

TNA’s current deal with Spike TV expires in the Fall of 2014, however negotiations usually start about six months before the existing contract expires.

Jake Roberts Likely For WWE HOF, WWE To Do Old School RAW Every Year

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– Following the ratings success of Monday’s Old School RAW, WWE is planning to make the themed show an annual event every January.

– According to a source in WWE, Jake “The Snake” Roberts is a lock to be inducted into the WWE Hall Of Fame during WrestleMania XXX weekend in April. There is still no definitive word as to whether or not Roberts will appear in the Royal Rumble match later this month.

WWE Physician Elaborates On Status Of Dolph Ziggler’s Concussion

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As previously reported, WWE Superstar Dolph Ziggler suffered another concussion during his match with Ryback prior to the Old School RAW event went live this past Monday night in Baltimore, Maryland.

WWE physician Chris Amann updated the status of Ziggler’s health in a new article published on the official WWE website. “He does, in fact, have a concussion,” said Amann. “His [symptoms] are starting to improve a little bit today. He will be seeing a neuropsychologist in Pittsburgh for further evaluation, and then his status will be day-to-day as his symptoms improve.”

Check out the complete article online at WWE.com.

  • When Will Dolph Ziggler Return?, Update On Plans For Batista, Royal Rumble Surprises

    • TNA Knockouts Explain Their Recent Departure From The Company

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    TNA Knockouts Hannah and Holly Blossom recently posted the following message on their official Facebook page regarding their departure from TNA and OVW:

    “Hey Guys,

    As of late we have been getting a lot of questions about the impact tour, TNA and OVW, etc, and we absolutely LOVE you guys for it! However, as of right now we are no longer with either TNA or OVW. We are actually taking a little break from wrestling. After 9 years and with lots of new and exciting things that took place in both our lives last year, it’s just time for us to take a break! But we just wanted to tell you guys how much your support especially these past 2 years with TNA and Boot camp has meant to us. It’s been incredibly touching. We appreciate the tweets, the messages, the t-shirts, and the posters. You truly kick ass, all of you and we couldn’t be more grateful! TNA have been fantastic and incredibly understanding of where we are at right now. They gave us the most wonderful of opportunities with British Boot camp, the One Night Only ppv’s and Impact TV. For us, the two shy little girls who dreamed of being wrestlers at 12 years old, we have achieved more than we could ever have imagined! We are beyond thankful for all those opportunities and that that door is still open! Thank you TNA for making some of our biggest dreams come true!!

    As most of you will know, OVW has been our home for the past 4 years. We would be here all day if we went into detail about all that place has given us. So many amazing memories, learning experiences and growing up both personally and professionally. Our most favorite thing about OVW was training with Rip Rogers. We loved being at his training classes with the boys learning and taking everything in, Rip is simply awesome! When we first arrived he scared the crap out of us but we loved to wrestle and felt so good after his sessions. Being those two shy little girls (we know we were 21 by this point but very shy and little still applied. ) Rips unique personality and training certainly took some getting used to but It was wrestling after all and we just wanted to do it, we never quit or ran away. Some of those training sessions with those guys, pushing ourselves and completely stepping out of our comfort zones were the most fun and intense ever. Looking back, they helped shape the people we are today, they bought us out of our shells, gave us confidence and often made us realize the strength we had inside us that we didn’t know we had, along with a will and drive to succeed. So thank you Rip and all the boys for all those invaluable lessons and thank you Danny Davis for inviting us back and believing in us 5 years ago! We love you all so much!

    When we started wrestling we did it because we loved to wrestle, simply put. To this day wrestling, being in the ring, physically running drills and doing whatever Rip screams or calls out, is what we love to do. We never thought about proving to people we could do it or showing that girls could wrestle, we just wrestled. That is how we liked it and we are more than thankful for the road that followed!

    Coming over to America we never could have imagined all the amazing things we have got to experience or that here is where we would find our husbands. We feel incredibly blessed and lucky for where our journey has taken us so far. Through all these adventures we have developed quite the list of dreams and goals big and small that we would like to pursue. If you would like to stick around to see what the next chapter in The Blossom Twins story is, please do! We love you guys and appreciate all that you are to us!

    Thank you again to everyone, trainers, wrestlers, promoters back home in the UK, Futureshock wrestling, the Futureshock gang, OVW, TNA, you the fans for making this part of our story so far, so Totally Awesome!!

    Bring on 2014!”

    Keep up with the Blossom Twins via their official Facebook page.

  • Update On TNA Sale Rumors, TNA’s TV Deal With Spike TV & AJ Styles’ Future

    • Former Diva Kaitlyn Talks About Her Decision To Leave WWE

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    The following are some new tweets from the official Twitter account of former Diva Kaitlyn, who as we reported earlier today, officially parted ways with WWE:

  • Why Did Kaitlyn Leave WWE?, Royal Rumble Surprise News & WMXXX Updates

    • Latest Updated “AJ Styles Phenomenal One Tour” Schedule

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    The following is the latest “AJ Styles Phenomenal One Tour” schedule:

    The AJ Styles Phenomenal One Tour

    January 9:
    TNA iMPACT Spike TV 9PM (ET) AJ Styles vs Magnus

    January 18
    Magnum Pro Wrestling Omaha, NE
    https://www.facebook.com/MAGNUMWRESTLING
    AJ vs Jaysin Strife

    January 19
    Premiere Wrestling Xperience at Ziggy’s in Winston, Salem, NC
    http://pwxpro.com/new/
    AJ vs Cedric Alexander

    January 26
    Smash Wrestling in Toronto, ON

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    AJ vs Chris Hero

    February 1
    Dreamwave Wrestling Chicago, IL
    http://www.dreamwavewrestling.com/
    AJ v s Christian Rose

    February 7
    Deep Southern Championship Wrestling Blue Ridge, GA
    http://www.dscw.org/
    AJ & Cody Roberts vs Corey Hollis & Shaun Tempers

    February 8
    CZW 15th Anniversary Vorhees, NJ
    http://www.czwrestling.com/

    February 15
    House of Glory Ridgewood, NY
    http://houseofgloryonline.com/
    AJ & Amazing Red vs Young Bucks

    Autographs Euros Plaza 3271 Richmond, ST Staten Island, NY noon-2pm
    http://richiedegregpromotions.weebly.com/aj-styles—feb-15.html

    February 16
    Autographs Scoop & Sprinkles Islip Terrace, NY Noon-2PM

    February 21
    ROH Philadelphia 12th Anninversary Show National Guard Armory
    https://www.rohwrestling.com/

    February 22
    ROH Philadelphia TV taping Show National Guard Armory
    https://www.rohwrestling.com/

    February 23
    Pennsylvania Premiere Wrestling Freeland, PA
    http://pennsylvaniapw.weebly.com/
    AJ vs Tommy Suede

    March 1
    Preston City Wrestling UK
    http://www.prestoncitywrestling.com/home
    AJ vs Lionheart

    March 8
    The Big Event for Highspots 10AM-2PM Flushing, NY Terrace On The Park
    http://www.sportsfanpromotions.com/the-big-event/

    March 14
    2CW Binghamton, NY
    www.2CWWrestling.com
    AJ vs. Eddie Edwards

    March 15
    UWE Harrisburg, PA
    http://theuwe.com/
    AJ vs AR Fox

    March 21
    ROH Dayton, OH Montgomery County Fairgrounds
    https://www.rohwrestling.com/

    April 26
    Remix Pro Marietta, OH
    http://remixmain.weebly.com/
    AJ vs Facade

    More will be announced soon.

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  • Latest On AJ Styles’ Future, TNA Sale Update, Jeff Jarrett’s New Promotion

    • WWE RAW Reaction (1/6): The “YES!” & The “NO!”

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    Noah Mark is back with his analysis of Old School Raw! Check out The YES! & The NO! of WWE RAW.” Comment below and tell us if you agree with this week’s picks.

    Complete WWE RAW Results (1/6)

    OLD SCHOOL RAW (1/6)

     

    Orton playing the generic Bad Guy, he's much better than this. NO!
    Orton playing the generic Bad Guy, he’s much better than this. NO!

    Ric Flair, Randy Orton, & John Cena Promo Old School Raw kicked off with the 16 time “Nature Boy” Ric Flair out first. He was quickly interrupted by former Evolution partner. Randy Orton. Randy Orton said he respected Ric Flair, but he needed the time more to address the one on one rematch putting himself vs John Cena for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at The Royal Rumble. Ric chimes in saying he’s not as good as he thinks. Orton threatens Flair, Cena ends up making the save.

    For me this segment fell flat, and seemed forced. Orton was seemingly going through the motions, with “I respect you, but….” going into generic heel mode. This is not The Viper I know and enjoy. I feel some people don’t give Randy Orton the credit he deserves for his promo and character skills, he makes great facial expressions, and conveys a cold-hearted disposition. Well normally he does, this promo didn’t do Orton any favors. Clearly Ric Flair is getting order, or he had a few in the back, because he sounded marble mouth in this segment. Cena didn’t offer anything to this segment either. One month ago Cena may have  delivered the best promo of his life in Seattle. Here, I felt the whole thing was boring. NO!

     

    NO!

    Jerry Lawler Health Update:  Earlier in the day we reported Breaking News Jerry “The King” Lawler was hospitalized. Of course with Jerry’s Heart Attack last year during Raw, your first thought would be another heart issue. Thankfully it seemed to be a stomach virus or food poisoning. however that didn’t stop the WWE from sensationalizing  by directing viewers to turn to the WWE App to get an update on Jerry Lawler. NO!

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    Daniel Bryan…er Wyatt. So far okay. YES!

    Luke Harper, Erick Rowan & Daniel Bryan vs. The Usos & Rey Mysterio Our first chance to see Daniel Bryan on TV as a Wyatt. First the original Wyatt trio appeared for their normal entrance, followed by the fourth Daniel “Wyatt”. Daniel Byran came out looking like he was in a Janitor or prison jump suit. A blank stare on his face, as he teamed up with Rowan and Harper to take on The Usos and Mysterio. I enjoyed this, I thought Bryan looked good with the group. They ended up losing the match due to Harper getting rolled up after a brief disagreement with Bryan as to who should come into the match when Rowan tagged both men. I would have preferred The Wyatts to win clean in this match. Their first week out and they’re arguing, I think an eventual separation from Bryan would be more effective if they were on the same page to start. But I’m still okay with this story line, provided I don’t have to wait 15 more weeks for Bryan to “Snap out of it”. YES!

     

    Too Cool & Rikishi just 3 of the Old School Legends at Raw YES!
    Too Cool & Rikishi just 3 of the Old School Legends at Raw YES!

    WWE Legends On Old School Raw: I was happy to see some of my old school favorites on Raw. Everyone had a good role on the show and for older fans this definitely was a great nostalgia feel. I will say that over the past few years we’ve seen a crop of “usual” legends. Most of which were not actually on a whole lot of episodes of WWE Raw. I would love to have seen a Raw with more attitude era and post era stars.  Some of them are still affiliated and working for WWE. Perhaps WWE held a few back for a Royal Rumble appearance. There was also no “old school” diva on this show. I know Mae Young was originally scheduled to attend this show, however Mae Young experienced  health issues and was unable to appear.  With Brock Lesnar, in attendance this seemed like a perfect time for Sable to make an appearance in the show.  YES!

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    Check out the Full Old School Raw Results w/ More Videos.

     http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=6BucX5HK_mY

    Piper & Ambrose - YES!
    Piper & Ambrose – YES!

    Piper’s Pit – Piper’s still got it plain and simple. His interaction with The Shield, the hottest faction, group, whatever you what to call them. Piper pinching Roman Reigns cheek put goosebumps on my arm. I saw Reigns neck throbbing, great moment! People have compaired Dean Ambrose to Piper in the past, it was great to see Ambrose get to interact with a Legend. This would not be his only legend interaction on this episode of Old School Raw. I enjoyed seeing CM Punk and The New Age Outlaws come in to save piper. YES!

     View Page 2 to find out more YES and NO from WWE RAW Old School and our Overall Raw Rating

    Kaitlyn Comments On Her Decision To Leave WWE

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    As noted earlier, WWE announced today that Kaitlyn has been released from the company.

    The former Divas champion tweeted these messages about her departure:

    Breaking News: Kaitlyn Released By WWE

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    WWE.com has announced that former Divas champion Kaitlyn has been released, effective immediately:

    “As of Jan. 8, Kaitlyn (Celeste Bonin) will no longer be under contract with WWE. The former Divas Champion has chosen to pursue other endeavors outside the sports-entertainment world.”

    “WWE wishes Kaitlyn the best in all her future endeavors.”

    Kaitlyn signed a developmental contract with WWE back in 2010 and began training at WWE’s former developmental territory, Florida Championship Wrestling. She won the all-female Season 3 of NXT and made her main roster debut in December 2010. She won her her first and only WWE Divas Championship on the 20th Anniversary episode of RAW last January.

    Update: Kaitlyn Comments On Her WWE Release

    Video: Triple H Promises Tonight Will Change WWE Forever

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    Triple H’s latest sit down interview with a giddy Michael Cole focuses on tonight’s groundbreaking announcement from the CES convention in Las Vegas.

    Triple H would not give any hints about the nature of the announcement, but touted Vince McMahon’s track record of pioneering media industries, including cable television, closed circuit television and pay-per-view.

    It’s no secret that tonight’s announcement will be the highly anticipated unveiling of the WWE Network.

    WWE Accidentally Reveals Tonight’s Big Announcement Is The WWE Network

    WWE will be live streaming the WWE presentation at 9:30pm (Eastern) – make sure to check back at SEScoops.com  tonight for our coverage of the big event.

    Cena’s Dad Loses 50 lbs. Using His Fitness Program, HBK-UK, MVP Interviews Low Ki

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    – John Cena told local media in Pennsylvania this week that his father lost 50 pounds using his new ‘My Body Change’ fitness program.

    – WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels is headed to the UK for a “An Evening with Shawn Michaels” tour in April. Tickets for his April 29th show in Manchester, England can be purchased at Eventbrite.co.uk.

    – Former WWE Superstar MVP posted the following “lost footage” of an interview he did with Low Ki in Japan last year:

    http://youtu.be/ArLyAgNJ9ZQ

    AJ Styles Still In Talks With TNA, Dixie Carter Announces New UK TV Deal & More

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    – More than one source has confirmed that AJ Styles is still negotiating with TNA, according to f4wonline.com.

    – TNA President Dixie Carter announced on Wednesday that TNA has signed a new multi-year TV deal with the UK’s Challenge TV.

    – Below is the opening video for this Thursday’s episode of Impact Wrestling:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=gAZM6195v5s

    Hulk Hogan Rumor Killer, Bret Hart On “Talk Is Jericho” & More

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    – Regarding rumors of Hulk Hogan being backstage at last night’s WWE SmackDown tapings from Philadelphia, Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer reports that he was not there.

    – Chris Jericho’s latest “Talk Is Jericho” podcast with Bret Hart as his guest is now online at PodcastOne.com.

    – Ahead of tonight’s groundbreaking WWE Network announcement, WWE.com has published a lengthy feature looking back at the History of WWE.

    “It begins with Mr. McMahon’s purchase of his father’s business in 1982, and ends … well, there’s really no telling. This timeline is divided into six action-packed sections, with each one detailing the events of a particular era in the company’s history: The ’80s Boom (’82-’85); The Dawn of WrestleMania (’85-’90); The New Generation (’90-’96); The Attitude Era (’96-’01); The Postwar Era (’01-’05) and The Modern Era (’05-Present).”

    Video: Michigan State Celebrates Rose Bowl Win With “Yes!” Chant

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    The Michigan State Spartans’ football team was honored at halftime of last night’s men’s basketball game, with player Travis Jackson leading the entire Breslin Center arena in a Daniel Bryan “Yes!” chant.

    Matt Morgan Announces He’s Leaving Wrestling & Just Became A Father

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    Former WWE & TNA star Matt Morgan announced Tuesday night that his wife Larissa gave birth to their first child, Jackson.

    In an interview with Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, he also revealed that he is leaving professional wrestling after getting an offer from a medical supply company that he couldn’t refuse. 

    “An opportunity came up within the last 20 days,” Morgan said. “Absolutely zero to do with professional wrestling. I’m actually going to get out of professional wrestling. Going to be a regional manager for a very big-time medical device company.”

    Despite his past success in the industry and recent negotiations with WWE and TNA, the decision to take a more traditional job was an easy one to make.

    “I’ll be home every single night of the week, every month of the year to put my newborn to bed, be part of his life, and watch him grow,” Morgan said. “This was an opportunity that I could not pass up. Financially-speaking, as well as the most important factor I’m home every single night to be home every night and be a father to my son.”

    Morgan said the financial offer from the medical company blew away anything WWE or TNA could offered him. Morgan believes he’s still in his physical prime and let the door open to work occasional independent shows if he “gets the itch” to wrestle again.

    Hulk Hogan Backstage At Tuesday’s SmackDown Tapings? Cena’s Crazy Travel Schedule

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    – There are some rumors going around that Hulk Hogan was spotted at Philadelphia’s Wells Fargo arena on Tuesday afternoon, site of this week’s WWE SmackDown tapings. Brock Koller of Philadelphia’s ABC 6 reportedly contacted a WWE spokesperson about the situation, but they would not provide a statement.

    – John Cena is racking up a lot of travel miles this week. After last night’s WWE Old School RAW from Philadelphia, Cena flew to Las Vegas earlier today to promote his new BodyChange fitness program. Cena then flew back to Philadelphia to wrestle in the the dark main event that took place after tonight’s SmackDown tapings Cena defeated Randy Orton by disqualification and Mick Foley did not appear to referee the match, as advertised. Cena then has to fly back to Vegas for Wednesday night’s big WWE Network announcement.

    Old School RAW Rating & More Viewership Data From Monday Night

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    Monday’s “Old School” edition of WWE RAW drew a 3.23 rating, up 9% from last weeks “New Years” show. It was the highest rating since the night after Summerslam back in August, which scored a 3.24 rating.

    As previously reported, Old School RAW averaged 4.537 million viewers, up 10% from the week before.

    The first hour was the most-watched first hour since March 11, 2013 – even more than the night after WrestleMania 29.

    This was also the first time in 14 weeks that the third hour viewership increased from the second hour.

    Overall, this is great news for WWE, which is in the midst of contract negotiations with NBC Universal regarding TV rights fees.

    *Spoiler* Big Match Announced For The Royal Rumble

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    At Tuesday’s WWE SmackDown tapings, it was announced that Brock Lesnar will face Big Show at the Royal Rumble. With that match set, here’s the updated card:

    * 30 Man Royal Rumble (Batista, Del Rio & 28 more entrants)

    * WWE World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton vs. John Cena (Pinfall or Submission only)

    * Brock Lesnar vs. Big Show

    *Spoilers* WWE SmackDown Tapings Results (1/10)

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    The following is a spoiler-free preview for Friday’s episode of WWE SmackDown. Hit up Page 2 below for *Spoiler* results.

    * The Usos vs. Eric Rowan and Luke Harper

    * Big Show appears on MizTV

    * Rey Mysterio, Sin Cara & Los Matadores vs. The Real Americans, Ryback & Curtis Axel

    * WWE World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton vs. Intercontinental Champion Big E. Langston

    * Xavier Woods vs. Fandango 

    * CM Punk and the New Age Outlaws vs. The Shield

    Spoiler Results on Page 2:

    *Spoilers* WWE Main Event Tapings Results (1/8)

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    WWE taped this week’s episode of WWE Main Event from Philadelphia, PA. Here are spoiler results, courtesy of reader “MC” –

    Dark Match:

    *Alexander Rusev beat Zack Ryder in the dark match.

    Main Event:

    *Miz and Tom Phillips are on commentary.

    * The Real Americans beat R Truth and Xavier Woods after Fandango and Summer Rae came out and danced on the stage, distracting the babyfaces.

    * Alberto Del Rio beat Justin Gabriel, then he cut a promo about Batista.

    * Renee Young interviewed Fandango and Summer backstage.

    * Tag Team Champions Cody Rhodes and Goldust beat Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre. Heath Slater was on commentary.

    * Divas Champion AJ Lee beat Kaitlyn.

    * The Latest On Who BATISTA & BROCK LESNAR Will Be Feuding With

    Air Date For TNA’s “#OldSchool” PPV, Impact Wrestling Rating Notes

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    – The TNA “One Night Only: #OldSchool” pay-per-view, which was taped at the end of December in Poughkeepsie, New York, will premiere on InDemand on Friday, February 7th.

    The official PPV description for “#OldSchool” reads, “TNA goes Old School with classic matches featuring Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer, Jeff Hardy, Abyss and more! TNA Wrestling presents One Night Only: #OldSchool premiering Friday, February 7 at 8e/7c on Pay Per View.”

    – Last Thursday’s TNA Impact Wrestling final rating came in at a 0.91, which was down 14 percent from the final show of 2013. Impact Wrestling averaged 1.1 million viewers, which was also down 19 percent from the previous week. If was the fewest amount of viewers the show has drawn since Thanksgiving in November.

  • Update On The TNA Sale, Jeff Jarrett’s New Company & AJ Styles

    • Jim Ross Blog: Jake Roberts’ Return, Piper’s Pit, Daniel Wyatt, Lawler’s Health Scare

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    WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog, which you can read in its entirety at JRsBarBQ.com. Here are some highlights of what he said about Monday’s Old School RAW:

    Piper’s Pit: “Thought it was one of the better Piper’s Pit segments that we’ve seen over the past few years. Succinct, cut to the chase content, etc. Nice rub for the Shield. Roddy endorsing Punk did nothing but good as well.”

    Brock Lesnar’s Segment With Mark Henry & Big Show: “No issues with Lesnar/Henry/Show but for anyone to think that Lesnar is as hot right how as he needs to be isn’t looking at Brock through honest eyes. His absence was long and Brock wasn’t red hot when he left. The former WWE and UFC champion is an amazing talent but he’s got little traction from where I sit and needs to promoted aggressively and soon if he’s expected to sell PPV’s at WM30. The good news is that it can be done.”

    Daniel Bryan & The Wyatt Family: “I’m still confused as to where the Daniel Bryan/Wyatt Family storyline is headed. I’m trying to like it as I’m a big fan of all the men involved in the equation but I don’t know much more about their relationship or issues than I knew last week. As a fan, I needed a little more concrete info or a viable tease from these four men than I was provided.”

    Jerry Lawler’s Health Scare: “Good to hear that Jerry Lawler is fine after Monday’s health scare. Sounds as if King had a stomach virus or food poisoning but NO heart issues Monday in Baltimore. I hope to have a conversation with King this week if he can work me into his busy schedule. It’s not easy being a combination of a superhero and Larry Flynt. :)”

    Jake Roberts’ Surprise Return: “The final surprise of Jake the Snake Roberts was a good surprise. Jake looked good and he was well received. Via @DDPYoga and making smart, personal decisions, Jake has gotten himself healthier and the alternative if he had continued to travel his former road was bleak.”

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