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Part One Of “Steve Austin Show” With Ric Flair, IWGP Jr. Tag-Titles To Be Defended In ROH

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-Part one of the episode of the “Steve Austin Show” everyone has been waiting for is finally available, for free, online. The first installment of a three-hour interview between WWE Hall Of Famers “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair can be heard at PodcastOne.com.

-ROH recently announced that the IWGP Jr. Tag-Team Titles from New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) will be defended at their “Death Before Dishonor” event on September 20th in Philadelphia.

ROH issued the following:

HISTORY IN THE MAKING…
The IWGP Jr. Tag Titles To Be Defended In Philly!

It has been over a year since the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Tag Titles were defended in the United States, coincidentally by The Forever Hooligans during their very first reign as champions. In fact, in the 15 year history of the championships, a Stateside defense is something that has only happened on four occasions. That will change on September 20th when Ring of Honor comes to Philadelphia for “Death Before Dishonor XI”!

On that night, in a bout officially sanctioned by New Japan Pro Wrestling, the current IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Tag Team Champions The Forever Hooligans (Alex Koslov & Rocky Romero) will make their third title defense against The American Wolves (Davey Richards & Eddie Edwards)!

“It is an honor to have this IWGP championship match taking place during our Philadelphia event.” said ROH Match Maker Nigel McGuinness, “It will already be an historic night as we crown a brand new World Champion and now, with the addition of this New Japan sanctioned bout, September 20, 2013 will be a night that wrestling fans around the world will remember forever. These are two of the finest tag teams in the world today and if their previous encounters are any indication, this contest could be a show-stealer!”

The history of these two units is well known. From Rocky & Davey’s championships days together in ROH as part of The No Remorse Corps to their days teaming in New Japan where they also claimed the IWGP Jr. Tag Titles to the athletic rivalry that has sprung up in 2013 between The Wolves and The Hooligans, these four men have proven time and again that tag team wrestling is alive and well in both ROH and NJPW.

Now, in a rivalry that has been dominated by The Wolves and has already seen the ROH World Tag Team Titles change hands back at “All Star Extravaganza V”, Davey, Eddie, Rocky, and Alex will collide one more time on 9/20 and the prestigious IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Tag Titles will be on the line! Plus, win or lose, The Hooligans will also be in action on 9/21 as part of the “Ring of Honor Wrestling” TV Tapings!

“Death Before Dishonor XI” weekend will go down in history as one of the most important in ROH history and with addition of this IWGP Jr. Tag Title match, it just became even more important! Do not miss out as history is made in Philadelphia! Tickets on-sale now!!!

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Chris Jericho Talks Favorite Opponent, Stars WWE Are Currently Pushing & More

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The following are highlights from a recent Maxim interview with former WWE Superstar Chris Jericho:

You’ve always been fond of bringing comedy into the wrestling ring. If you had to choose between comedy, wrestling, and your band, Fozzy, how tough is that call to make?

If I had to drop one of them, I don’t know if I could do the other two, because they’re all kind of intertwined. It’s all show business, it’s all part of being a showman in the year 2013. You’re always going to have the sticklers and the haters that are like, “Yo, you’re a wrestler, you can’t do anything else.” And those are the people that, if that’s the way you feel, then fine, go f*ck yourself – if you don’t like it, step aside and let the people that do like it get a better seat.

As far as your wrestling career goes, who is the best opponent you’ve ever worked with?

Probably Shawn Michaels. I think he’s probably the best total package wrestler of all time – he could do it all, and was a big influence of mine when I was first starting. That storyline, the feud I had with him in 2008, that was one of the best programs not just in my career, but in the entire history in of the WWE. It’s always cool when you start out as a fan and then become an ally where you’re working together. It’s the same with music – Fozzy toured with Metallica, and it was like, “Here I am with the band that influenced me to get into music.”

Some WWE fans have complained in recent years that the company seems to really push huge guys that can’t actually wrestle all that well, at the expense of experienced all-rounders, like yourself. What’s your take on that?

I don’t see it that way. Wrestling is all about new talent and new turnaround of the stars. I could be the main event guy there for 20 years, but there’s going to have to be other guys that come into that picture or else it’s pretty boring and business will go really bad. There’s only so much Jericho or so much HHH or so much Rock people can take. So you try different guys – some of them are bigger and don’t really have the talent, they have more of the look. Some guys are small and go against the traditional WWE superstar, but yet are so damn good they make it to the top – I’m talking about guys like Eddie Guerrero, or even Shawn Michaels or Daniel Bryan right now. You have guys who would never be the typical WWE superstar, but because they were so damn good, they would rise to the top of the mountain. You have to realize that if you have 60 guys on the roster, the WWE is going to try and get every one of those 60 guys to world championship level. Some of them will make it, the majority won’t, but until you try, you just never know. Everyone’s got to get a full chance, if not, why are they even there on the payroll?

Check out the complete interview online at Maxim.com.

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Detailed Update On The Possibility Of AJ Styles Leaving TNA In The Near Future

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As noted earlier today, there is a rumor circulating that AJ Styles could potentially be leaving TNA Impact Wrestling in the near future. The rumor stems from the fact that Styles’ contract with the company is set to expire next month.

Normally, especially in WWE, high-profile talents are re-signed to new deals before the expiration of their existing contracts. There have been cases in the past where TNA has allowed a top stars’ contract to expire before attempting to lock them up in a new deal. Examples of that situation include Bobby Roode, Devon, and most notably, Samoa Joe.

What is interesting in this case is the fact that AJ Styles, more than pretty much anyone in the company, is viewed as a “TNA guy.” Having worked for the company since its’ inception in 2002, Styles has remained loyal to the company, despite past offers from WWE and other high-dollar offers around the globe.

It’s also interesting to note that TNA has allegedly put forth very little effort into locking Styles up into a new deal. In doing so, the company is putting itself in a position that would potentially allow WWE to enter the picture and scoop up Styles before TNA finalizes a new agreement.

As we reported earlier today, a post appeared on the official Facebook page of Styles, which poses the question, “Where do fans want AJ Styles to be? TNA? WWE? ROH? Japan? Lots of options. Tough decisions.”

We will post an update on this situation as soon as more information becomes available.

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WWE To Invest In Upcoming Marvel Comics Live Touring Project

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WWE are among a number of investors in a new Marvel Universe touring attraction that will feature the popular characters from the Marvel Comic line that will launch in 2014. WWE executive Basil DeVito sits on the Board of Directors for Hero Ventures, the parent company behind the touring company.

WWE has yet to publicly comment on its’ planned participation in the upcoming tour. However, the official press release for the venture can be read below.

“The Marvel Experience” Takes Fans Into Interactive World of Superheroes

Hero Ventures, a Los Angeles based entertainment company, announced today that it is teaming up with Marvel Entertainment to create “The Marvel Experience,” an innovative, traveling experience, featuring dozens of Marvel’s iconic Super Heroes. This attraction will appeal to a multi-generational audience and will leverage state-of-the-art interactive and multimedia technology, including a 4D motion ride and original 3D animated features, allowing fans to be a part of the action. The tour comes to life in 2014.

Founded by sports and entertainment industry entrepreneurs Rick Licht and Doug Schaer, Hero Ventures is dedicated to producing unique themed entertainment experiences. Solidifying the management team are Michael Cohl, former Live Nation Chairman and legendary live event impresario, along with his Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark co-producer and PRG founder Jeremiah “Jere” Harris, who will serve as lead producers. The team is rounded out by co-founding partner Jason Rosen.

Initial “A” round investors include Oscar winning film producer and co-owner of the NFL’s New York Giants, Steve Tisch; Roy P. Disney and Shamrock Holdings; Guess Jeans co-Founders Maurice & Paul Marciano; WWE®; Vista Equity Partners President Brian Sheth; Ross Hilton Kemper and Enlight Media, among others. In addition, Tisch, Shamrock’s Stanley Gold, Maurice Marciano, WWE’s Basil V. DeVito, Jr. and Enlight’s David B. Miller will serve alongside Licht, Schaer, Cohl and Harris on Hero Ventures Board of Directors.

The Marvel Experience is a “first-person” Super Hero adventure in which audiences step into the Marvel Universe to become a part of the story and the action. Innovative tour elements include a one-of-a-kind, traveling dome complex the size of two football fields developed exclusively by Hero Ventures.

In addition to the 4D motion ride and 3D animated features, other components will include digitally projected animation, motion-comic origin stories, virtual reality and holographic simulations, original merchandise and integrated social media touch points all carefully woven into the rich narrative story line.

“Hero Ventures is developing a themed entertainment concept that we expect will be a transformative, traveling destination that will deliver to fans and families an exciting, groundbreaking and unique experience,” says Marvel’s VP of Business Development, Sean Haran.

The characters and stories of the Marvel Universe are beloved around the world by ages young and old as seen with the recent global box office records for Marvel’s The Avengers and Marvel’s Iron Man 3.

“The dynamic creative elements we’re developing are going to enable anyone to feel like a Super Hero like Spider-Man or Captain America,” says Hero Ventures’ CEO Rick Licht. “We couldn’t be more excited about our partnership with Marvel. Kids and adults are going to be absolutely inspired, empowered and thrilled from start to finish, with an immersive experience that is not just memorable, but unforgettable!”

Among the creative visionaries behind this $30+ million production is an elite team of creative award winners of Oscars, Emmys, CLIOS, THEOS and other technical and animation awards to their collective credit.

“The Marvel Universe just keeps getting hotter, as seen by the massive world-wide box office and merchandise success of their characters,” says Michael Cohl. “We can’t wait to bring our Marvel vision to life in this first-of-its-kind event.”

The law firm of Sklar Kirsh served as corporate counsel for Hero Ventures.

ABOUT HERO VENTURES
Hero Ventures, LLC develops and produces live entertainment experiences that delight and surprise consumers through innovative technology. The Company has brought together the best creative and business minds in animation, interactive technology and the live event space to create unparalleled productions to share in new and unprecedented ways with audiences around the world. For more information visit www.hero-ventures.com.

ABOUT MARVEL
Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing. For more information visit www.marvel.com.

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WWE To Create Stars During Cena’s Absence, SummerSlam Tweet Count, Bret Hart PPV

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-With John Cena on the shelf recovering from surgery for at least the remainder of 2013, WWE has apparently informed their talent that now is the time to step up and work as hard as possible to help the company. It was basically outright explained to talent that if there was ever an opportunity to make yourself a star, now is that time.

-According to statistics released by The Los Angeles Times, this past week WWE SummerSlam generated 323,969 tweets on Twitter. The show that produced the most tweets this past week was VH-1’s “Lop & Hip-Hop: Atlanta,” which generated 729,782 posts on Twitter.

-WWE will be presenting their “Bret Hart: Dungeon Collection” DVD multi-disc set on InDemand pay-per-view in September.

UPDATE: More Details On Post-Cena WWE Locker Room Speech

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WWE Signs Interesting New Talent, New NXT Stars, Cesaro/Zayn Match Feedback

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-WWE has signed Morkeith Brown to a developmental contract. Brown, 28, was a college football player at Temple University in Philadelphia. Apparently Brown had an offer to go to the NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp, but opted instead to take the WWE deal. In addition to Brown’s decorated football career, he served in the Army for 14 months in Afghanistan.

-WWE has added the following wrestlers to the official WWE NXT roster section on the company website: Bayley, Sami Zayn, Conor O’Brian, Lexi Kaufman and Luther Ward.

-Speaking of NXT, this week’s edition of the show features a “Best Of Three Falls” match between Antonio Cesaro and Sami Zayn. Based on feedback, the match is said to be one of the best television matches from WWE this year.

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Detailed Update On CM Punk’s Outburst At RAW, Backstage Reaction & More

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As we reported earlier this week, the rant CM Punk made towards the fan in the front row on Monday’s edition of WWE RAW was completely unscripted, and was a legitimate emotional reaction on the part of Punk himself.

According to fans at the event, while the individual who received Punk’s verbal venom on Monday was being obnoxious in his heckling of the WWE Superstar, he didn’t seem to say or do anything over the top to warrant such a visceral response.

The word going around backstage at RAW on Monday was that Punk was said to be in a particularly bad mood, which isn’t completely out of the ordinary, as Punk has a reputation of being grumpy at times.

It should be noted that while WWE doesn’t necessarily condone such behavior from babyfaces specifically, there was said to be no heat on Punk for the outburst. In fact, the general consensus was that due to the response elicited from the crowd, and the fact that Paul Heyman was quick enough on his feet to use the situation during his speaking points, it actually added to the segment and the eventual showdown with Curtis Axel later on.

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Update On Philadelphia Possibly Hosting WrestleMania 31

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The local ABC affiliate in Philadelphia recently released the following statement regarding the possibility of WrestleMania 31 being hosted in their city:

“While it is not our policy to discuss ongoing bid efforts, the Sports Congress and our area partners are in constant dialogue with the WWE about hosting their various major events, including WrestleMania and many others. Philadelphia has a long-standing history of partnering with the WWE in hosting countless events, and we look forward to continuing that partnership moving forward for years to come.”

You can follow ABC 6’s local coverage of the story online at ABCLocal.com.

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Non-Spoiler Impact Wrestling Preview For Tonight; Hogan Comments On Canada Trip

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-The following is a non-spoiler preview of tonight’s TNA Impact Wrestling broadcast on Spike TV.

Confirmed Matches:

–Aces & 8’s vs. Main Event Mafia [Loser Of The Fall Leaves TNA Forever]
–Gail Kim vs. ODB
–Christopher Daniels vs. Hernandez vs. Jay Bradley vs. Joseph Park [Street Fight]
–Manik vs. Sonjay Dutt [TNA X-Division Title]
–James Storm & Gunner vs. Bobby Roode & Kazarian [TNA World Tag-Team Titles]

-TNA Impact Wrestling’s Hulk Hogan recently tweeted about his upcoming trip to Canada for his “Hulk Hogan Uncensored” stage show. Hogan wrote:

Walking around the house with my new Jordan’s getting them ready for my 5 day road trip to Canada brother. HH

NEWS: AJ Styles & Sting Leaving TNA For WWE In 2014? [DETAILS >>]

AJ Styles Leaving TNA?, New WWE 24/7 Classics On Demand Content For This Week

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-The official Facebook page of TNA Impact Wrestling star A.J. Styles recently poosted the question, “Where do fans want AJ Styles to be? TNA? WWE? ROH? Japan? Lots of options. Tough decisions.”

We will have an update later today on the AJ Styles rumors circulating lately. For now, check out the aforementioned question/poll from Styles’ official Facebook page at Facebook.com.

-The following new content will be available this week on WWE 24/7 Classics On Demand:

The Big Events:
–WWE Elimination Chamber 2013

Legends:
–ECW Unreleased Vol. 1, Parts 5 & 6
–WWE at the Philadelphia Spectrum (4/30/83)

TV Classics:
–WWWF Championship Wrestling (12/31/77)
–Extreme Championship Wrestling (10/9/98)
–WWF Prime Time Wrestling (11/27/89)

BACKSTAGE NEWS: Full Details On Where AJ Styles Is Headed Soon [READ >>]

TMZ Covers John Cena’s Surgery, William Regal Is Proud Of Daniel Bryan

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-Celebrity-gossip website TMZ has picked up the story of John Cena undergoing elbow surgery, which as noted, will likely keep Cena on the shelf for at least the remainder of 2013. Nothing really new to report from the article, but you can check it out if you’d like at TMZ.com.

-WWE Superstar William Regal recently took the time to post a congratulatory message to Daniel Bryan on his official Twitter account. Regal wrote:

“I’m going to get soppy for a moment. People keep asking me if I was proud of D Bryan on Sunday. As incredibly proud as I was of him I was equally as proud after the first week I trained with him in 2000. I know he looks up to me but I equally look up to him. Top man.”

REPORT: John Cena To Miss More Than 4-6 Months? [READ HERE >>]

VIDEO: Trailer For New Marijuana Documentary With RVD

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SESCOOPS.COM reader Michael Moody sent along the following:

The marijuana documentary featuring current WWE Superstar Rob Van Dam, titled ‘The Emperor, The President & The King’ is still in production and Hollymood Entertainment is very happy with the content and direction of the documentary. The production also features celebrities such as Willie Nelson, Jack Herer and George Noory.

You can watch the nearly 10 minute trailer for the production below:

(If video fails, go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97SbED4g6Eo)

Michael Moody, the owner of Hollymood Entertainment and the producer/director of the documentary is currently looking for an investor to finish the production the way he envisions it. If you would be interested in investing in the budget of the production and signing on as a producer, you can contact Michael Moody directly at [email protected].

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Mysterio Returning This Saturday?, JR Hypes NXT Taping, WWE Stars Talk 2K14 Game

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-WWE Superstar Rey Mysterio has been added to the advertising for the upcoming WWE live event in Fresno, California. The event, which is scheduled for Saturday, August 24th, may be a simple appearance for Mysterio, as he recently noted that he plans on returning to the ring for WWE this September.

-The official WWE website has posted a new video that features WWE Superstars “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Dolph Ziggler and Paul Heyman talking about the authenticity of the new WWE 2K14 video game. You can watch that video online at WWE.com.

-WWE Hall Of Fame announcer Jim Ross recently tweeted about this Thursday’s WWE NXT television taping. JR wrote:

“In route to Orlando for @WWENXT @FullSail Thurs night. Future of @WWE on display. Lv Friday on flight to London & drive 2 Cardiff. #busy”

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Rodriguez Talks Association With RVD, Jake Roberts Undergoing Hair Operation

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-WWE Superstar Ricardo Rodriguez recently tweeted about his new association with Rob Van Dam. In a recent tweet, Rodriguez wrote:

“Ironic to be in Bakersfield, where it all began for me and Del Rio 3 years ago. But now replacing those three initials of ADR with R.V.D.!”

-Speaking of Twitter, WWE legend Jake “The Snake” Roberts recently revealed on his official Twitter account that he is undergoing an operation to get new hair. Roberts wrote, “Getting new hair today. Feeling good. Procedure started. Gonna look like Heidi Klum when done. #Neograft.”

Roberts posted photos of the operation, which you can check out on Twitter @JakeSnakeDDT.

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Bryan vs. Orton Title Match Scheduled, Justin Credible Blogs About Darren Young

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-WWE is advertising a main event of Randy Orton vs. Daniel Bryan for the WWE Championship at the upcoming live event in Montreal on September 6th. The semi-main event of the card features CM Punk vs. Curtis Axel in a no disqualification match. Also advertised to appear are Rob Van Dam, Big Show, Mark Henry and The Shield.

SESCOOPS.COM reader Phil Johnson sent along the following:

-Former ECW Champion Justin Credible has posted a new blog. This week Credible talks on Darren Young “coming out,” Sunday’s WWE SummerSlam, Monday’s Raw, being 9 months sober, among other topics. Jason Knight is this week’s special guest on Justin Credible’s Pro Wrestling 101 video series. Here is an extract from “The Justin Credible Report:”

“What a week for the WWE. Summer Slam is in the books, and there is so much to talk about. First leading into the PPV in LA, Darren Young comes out to TMZ that he is gay.

As you know WWE got a ton of free mainstream press heading into their second biggest PPV of the year. I’m happy for Darren, and I applaud his courage. On the other hand, there is no way that this was just a spur of the moment statement. I have been told that this was carefully thought out, and Darren and the WWE had this planned the whole time. There is just no way that Darren was conveniently asked that specific question and he just happened to decide now is as good a time as any to come out.”

You can read “The Justin Credible Report” in its entirety at PWMania.com.

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Identity Of Fireman At SummerSlam PPV, Tammy Sytch Appearance Notes

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-The man who portrayed the fireman during the “Ring Of Fire” match between Kane and Bray Wyatt at SummerSlam on Sunday night was independent wrestler Xtain Cole. As noted yesterday, Cole was also the man who portrayed the bully victim of Ryback on Monday’s edition of WWE RAW.

-WWE Hall Of Famer Tammy Sytch will be making an appearance at the Pro Wrestling World establishment in the Merchants Square Mall at 1901 S. 12th St. in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The former “Sunny” will be appearing on Saturday, August 24th from noon until 3pm ET. signing autographs and photographs at $15 a pop. Autograph and photo combos will be available at $25.

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Rey Mysterio Talks WWE Return, WWE Avoids Leaks To Finishes Of SummerSlam Matches

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-WWE Superstar recently told reporter Arda Ocal of The Score his plans for a WWE return. During the recent WWE 2K14 panel, Mysterio told Ocal, “I was really hoping for SummerSlam, that was my main goal. But since it didn’t happen, I’m pushing it back one month. So, September.”

-WWE told key members of upper-management and creative this past weekend that many of the finishes planned for the SummerSlam pay-per-view would be altered at the last minute in an attempt to prevent leaks on the internet. As it turns out, the company ended up leaving all finishes as originally planned.

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More Coverage Of Ric Flair/WWE 2K14 Symposium, Ryback Bully Victims

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-As noted yesterday, the man who got the Ryback “bully treatment” on Monday’s RAW was independent wrestler Christian Cole. The man who suffered the wrath of WWE’s lead bully on SmackDown this past Friday night was former CZW Champion Drake Younger.

-TechnologyTell.com recently published an article regarding the already infamous WWE 2K14 symposium, which featured an intoxicated “Nature Boy” Ric Flair hijacking the proceedings. As noted, Flair is in extremely hot water with WWE management, specifically for burying Daniel Bryan, mentioning TNA at a WWE event and talking far too much about wrestlers drinking alcohol.

Check out the article online at TechnologyTell.com.

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Los Matadores News: Their Ring Names, Rosa Mendes, Additional Member

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Monday’s RAW, we saw the first vignette for a new tag team, Los Matadores. The characters will be portrayed by former WWE tag team Hunico and Epico.

According to F4wonline.com, their former manager, Rosa Mendes, will not be managing the team. However, WWE developmental wrestler Mascarita Dorado is scheduled to be affiliated with the team at some point after they debut.

We reported several weeks ago that WWE recently trademarked the names Torito and Torlito. It’s rumored that these will be the names of the repackaged Hunico and Epico.

* VIEW HERE: The First Promo Video for LOS MATADORES

HHH & Stephanie McMahon To Make Announcement Today, WWE Stars Promote “2K14” (Video)

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– Stephanie McMahon revealed on Twitter that she and Triple H will be at Gleasons Gym in Brooklyn, New York, today to announce “a huge partnership” with the milk industry.

“@TripleH and I on our way to @GleasonsGym in Bklyn to annc a huge partnership w Milk!” she wrote. “Got Protein? #MilkWins.”

– In the following video, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Dolph Ziggler and Paul Heyman weigh in on the authenticity of the upcoming WWE 2K14 video game—scheduled for release on October 29, 2013 in North America and November 1 in Europe.

– Diamond Dallas Page is currently featured in the “Superstar Spotlight” on WWE.com.

Lex Luger Recalls His Relationship With Randy Savage, Initial Reaction To “Lex Express” Idea

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Promoting his recently released autobiography Wrestling with the Devil: The True Story of a World Champion Professional Wrestler – His Reign, Ruin, and Redemption, Lex Luger appeared on Pro Wrestling Powerhouse Radio Tuesday night to discuss his career in the professional wrestling industry. Highlights from the interview are as follows:

On the Lex Express & Vince McMahon: “I thought they were out of their minds! I was having fun being The Narcissist with the mirrors and the pyro and the girls. And I got called into Vince McMahon’s office off the road. We were traveling 300 days a year then, in Stamford, Connecticut. And, I thought, ‘What did I do wrong?’ I thought I was getting called into the principal’s office. He sat down with me and laid the whole thing out. The slam on the USS Intrepid on July 4th and then he talked about the bus too. He laid it all out for SummerSlam. I thought he was out of his mind, but he was absolutely spot on. He truly is a marketing genius…”

Relationship with Randy Savage: “Contrary to what a lot of people probably think or might assume, behind the scenes we were always very good friends. Traveled together for long periods of time, went to the gym together, traveled to Europe together, we played cards together. Even later on, when I had a relationship with Elizabeth, he’d already been divorced for so many years. He brought other women and valets to television…I think he’s one of the best performers ever, and I’d love to see him in the Hall of Fame.”

Other topics discussed include his introduction to the professional wrestling industy, weight lifting advice and possibly winning the WWF Championship. The audio interview is available here and can be accessed on iTunes and Stitcher Radio.

Jim Ross Blogs About WWE SummerSlam

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WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog at JRsBarBQ.com with his thoughts on Sunday’s WWE SummerSlam pay-per-view. Here are some highlights of what he said about:

The Show’s Production: Enjoyed the Summer Slam PPV and it was a real masterpiece from a TV production standpoint and look of the show. Very slick and well produced. No one does live TV better than WWE but I’ve been saying that for years.

The Main Event Swerve: Cena/Bryan/HHH/Orton created a most memorable moment at Summer Slam that certainly has a great deal of fans talking. It sets up some potential, interesting scenarios down the road. Bryan winning the title from Cena and then being able to celebrate before the pedigree and Orton’s pin was well done.

Daniel Bryan: Daniel Bryan may be more popular today than if he had actually won the WWE Title at Summer Slam. Bryan will now apparently chase new Champ Randy Orton and the thrill of the fan favorite chasing the antagonist has always interested me as a fan.

CM Punk vs. Brock Lesnar: Punk vs. Lesnar w/ Paul Heyman was another masterpiece. I predicted that it would be overtly physical and it certainly was in delivering a ‘DEE-LUX’ Slobber Knocker of a match. Great intensity and physicality rarely fails to deliver when the money is on the line in a major PPV. Simple gameplan….great results.

* Major WWE Storyline Plans Changed With John Cena Out Until 2014 (Full Details)

John Cena Undergoes Triceps Surgery (Photo)

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John Cena successfully underwent surgery on his triceps earlier today. He tweeted the following about the procedure, including a photo of him with Dr. James Andrews:

“Bit of a rough crowd for a farewell address, but I would have it no other way. I will miss @WWEUniverse I love ALL you guys see u soon!”

“Surgery went very well, Dr Andrews has more than done his part, now I will do mine.”

“Me and the Miracle Man Dr. Andrews, thanks 2 him and staff ill be back soon! “

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TNA Announces Big Change To X-Division Matches

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TNA has put an end to the rule that all X-Division matches involve 3 wrestlers.

Hulk Hogan the following on Tuesday, acknowledging that fans had been overwhelming TNA with negative feedback about the “3-way” format:

The format change goes into effect immediately – and tomorrow night’s Impact will feature an X-Division singles match.

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Photos of Randy Orton’s WWE Championship Belt

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