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The Rock Turns 41 & Touts WM29 Success, Cena Injury Update On RAW & More

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– WWE superstar The Rock turns 41 years old today. Speaking of The Rock, he tweeted the following about WrestleMania 29 being the highest-grossing event in WWE history:

– Michael Cole noted on Wednesday’s Main Event broadcast that WWE Champion John Cena will give fans an update on his injury status this Monday night on RAW.

– Wrestling legend Vader missed an independent show in Canada over the weekend after being denied entry into the country due to a past DUI charge.

– Former Tough Enough winner Andy Leavine (and partner Samson Walker) recently won the WWC Tag Team Titles in Puerto Rico.

Photos: KELLY KELLLY & Her Hot Friends Attend A Hockey Game This Week

John Cena Hypes His Appearance At Tonight’s NXT Tapings, RAW To Begin Airing Live In Canada

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[cenachampshirt]- WWE Champion John Cena will be attending tonight’s WWE NXT tapings from Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida and recorded the above video hyping the appearance.

WWE legend The Honky Tonk Man is teasing on Twitter that he could be at tonight’s NXT tapings.

– Starting this Monday night – WWE RAW will begin airing live in Canada on The Score. Up until now, RAW aired on a 15 minute delay due to a sports update that ran at the top of the 8:00pm hour.

Hulk Hogan To Wrestle Bully Ray? More On TNA’s New Live Events Hire

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– Hulk Hogan is still interested in wrestling again – with a match against Bully Ray at Bound For Glory being discussed in recent weeks.

  • Comment Below and tell us if you really want to see Hulk Hogan wrestle again …

– The April 26th TNA live event from Erie, Pennsylvania drew 950 fans. The April 25th Impact Wrestling tapings in Indiana, PA drew 3,300 fans.

– As we reported last week, TNA has hired former WWE Live Events employee Rafael Morfii. Morfii is seen as a big acquisition for TNA, since he was highly regarding for his work in WWE.

It was believed that Morfii was let go by because Triple H and Stephanie McMahon are looking to bring in more of “their own” people.

* SPOILERS For Tonight’s Episode of IMPACT WRESTLING

(Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

Stephanie McMahon Talks About How She Got Into The Best Shape Of Her Life

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WWE executive Stephanie McMahon recently interviewed by bodybuilding website RXMuscle.com and says she’s in the best shape of her life. Aside from her own hard work, Stephanie credits progress to the help of renowned strength and conditioning coach Joe DeFranco and nutritionist Dave Palumbo.

“Literally the day I came home from the hospital after having my second daughter I started on [Dave Palumbo’s] nutrition program. I gained 80lb with my first pregnancy and that was such a struggle to get the weight off. I gained another 60 pounds during the next pregnancy. I knew I had to work my butt off to get back in shape.”

 

“I can honestly tell you, at 36 years old and after having 3 kids, I’m in the best shape of my life. And the best part is that I keep getting stronger.”

Stephanie explains that gaining a lot of weight during her pregnancies, she’s no stranger to exercise:

“I’ve done all kinds of training in my life. I started working out when I was 12 years old learning from my dad and brother. I’ve done the typical bodybuilding split with Chest/Shoulders/Triceps on day 1, Back and Biceps on Day 2, and Legs on Day 3. But I was just doing too much and found myself overtraining. I’ve been working with Joe [DeFranco] for about 18 months. He comes out to the house and puts me through a fast paced functional workout. He likes to have me train in positions with different kinds of weight loads that keep me off balance, forcing me to really use my core.” McMahon said.

DeFrankco, who trains Stephanie twice a week and also works with Triple H, said this about Stephanie’s progress:

“Steph’s body has gone through a major transformation since we started training together. Old wrestling injuries, childhood dance, and being a mother of three created some negative adaptations in her body, which resulted in shoulder, hip, knee and ankle problems. Because of this, my top priority was to get her body functioning and feeling better. To accomplish this, I started training her like an athlete. The goal was to get her body working as a whole, as opposed to separate parts. The program I designed for Steph, coupled with her consistent hard work and attention to detail, have been a recipe for success. She can now train without limitations, while also being stronger and leaner!”

Impact Wrestling Preview: Sting vs. Matt Morgan, Sabin Returns, Angle vs. D-Lo

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The following is a spoiler-free preview for tonight’s episode of Impact Wrestling on Spike TV:

* Matt Morgan vs. Sting: Winner challenges Bully Ray for the TNA World championship at Slammiversary.

* Kurt Angle vs. D’Lo Brown (I Quit Match).

* Chris Sabin vs. Zema Ion vs. Sonjay Dutt

* Rob Terry vs. Jessie Godderz, Joey Ryan and Robbie E (Handicap Match).

* Mickie James and Taryn Terrell vs. Tara and Gail Kim.

* SPOILERS For Tonight’s Episode of IMPACT WRESTLING

John Cena Talks About Granting Wishes At RAW, Cena’s Injuries Profiled

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WWE.com has an article up looking at the numerous injuries WWE Champion John Cena has overcome throughout his career.

– John Cena spoke to Columbus Ohio’s NBC 4 affiliate this week about the Make-A-Wish wishes he granted on Monday’s RAW as part of World Wish Day. Cena, who has granted more wishes than any other celebrity, said:

“We’re just in so many places, so often, that we can grant as many wishes as we can. I’m certainly more than willing to donate my time to Make-A-Wish.”

* JOHN CENA’s Injury Not As Bad As WWE Originally Reported

Dixie Carter Talks About TNA’s Biggest Accomplishment, The Fans & Mre

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TNA President Dixie Carter took part in a Q&A on Twitter today. Here are some highlights of what she said about:

Her first favorite wrestler: “My first favorite wrestler was @HulkHogan for sure.”

How she would describe TNA fans in three words: “TNA fans in 3 words: passionate, rowdy, loyal”

If there will be another season of British Bootcamp: “we’re having dinner with @ChallengeTV tonight to discuss further.”

Her biggest challenge in a “male-dominated environment”: “My biggest challenge working in a male-dominated environment has been getting the wrestlers in the make-up chair!”

If she has said no to a storyline: “There have been occasions I’ve had to step in and say no to storylines”

Her hobbies: “travel, horses and shopping!”

Her defining moment for TNA: “Getting the tv show on the road live has been my most defining moment”

Alberto Del Rio Talks About Working As A Babyface, If He’ll Wear A Mask Again

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During a recent interview with WWE Magazine, former World Heavyweight champion talks about why he became a babyface:

“It was the WWE Universe who put me in this position. They wanted to see me as a good guy, so I want to do whatever they want because, at the end of the day, we’re here for them. It actually has nothing to do with my old name. I was using the “Dos Caras” name to pay tribute to my father because that was the name my father used for years and years all over the world. So no — it doesn’t have anything to do with my personality.”

He also was also asked if he’ll ever wrestle in a mask again:

“I don’t think that’s going to happen in WWE. Maybe someday when the WWE Universe decides that it’s time for Alberto Del Rio to retire. Maybe, and this is just maybe, I will do my last match in WWE, and then I will go to Mexico to contest one more match in my homeland, and then after that I will retire and spend time with my family and give back to my community and my family, something after all these years in the ring.”

 

NFL Player Debates Ryback vs. Goldberg In The Monday Night Wars Era

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Washington Redskins defensive end Adam Carriker and former wrestling announcer Chuck Carroll of 4th and Pain recently had a debate about whether Ryback could have matched Goldberg’s success in WCW during the Monday Night Wars era.

CRAZY Photo of RYBACK With Long BLONDE Hair

Carriker says the younger wrestler isn’t as explosive as Goldberg, which would hurt him. Carroll says the Goldberg character is more true to real life than Ryback.

It’s a three minute segment worth checking out.

Ryback Talks About Being Compared to Bill Goldberg

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Press Release For “12 Rounds: Reloaded” Starring Randy Orton

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* Video: 12 ROUNDS TRAILER Starring RANDY ORTON

The following press release was sent out on Monday for the WWE Studios film “12 Rounds: Reloaded” starring Randy Orton, now on sale at Amazon.com (Starting at 14.99)ir?t=se0e6 20&l=ur2&o=1:

WWE® SUPERSTAR RANDY ORTON® FACES A DEADLY CHALLENGE IN THE EXPLOSIVE THRILLER 12 ROUNDS 2: RELOADED

Arriving Just in Time for Father’s Day, The Action-Packed Sequel Comes to Digital HD™ May 21 and Blu-ray and DVD June 4

A twisted genius and a good man are going head-to-head in the ultimate game of cat and mouse! Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment and WWE Studios unveil a brand new chapter in its thrilling action franchise with 12 ROUNDS 2: RELOADED. The second installment, starring WWE Superstar Randy Orton, debuts on Digital HD on May 21 and on Blu-ray and DVD on June 4 – just in time for Father’s Day.

As paramedic Nick Malloy, Orton jumps into overdrive in this pulse-pounding, thrill ride filled with gripping suspense! Malloy receives a terrifying call from a vengeful psychopath connected to his past, and the maniac (Brian Markinson) threatens to unleash a murder spree unless Nick can complete a series of 12 challenges without involving the cops or missing a single deadline. With no time to spare – and his own wife’s life on the line – Nick must piece together cryptic clues and hunt down the killer before it’s too late!

12 ROUNDS 2: RELOADED Blu-ray/ DVD/Ultraviolet/Digital Copy Combo Pack Special Features

* Randy Orton Reloaded
* The Action of 12 Rounds 2: Reloaded
* Locations: From Heller’s Lair to the Sugar Factory
* Audio Commentary

Batista Addresses His Status With WWE, MMA & Acting

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Former WWE Superstar Dave Bautista posted a tweet on Wednesday night that addresses his WWE future with WWE, MMA and acting. He wrote:

* BATISTA Back In WWE Ring Shape – 280 Pounds (Photos)

Photos: Kelly Kelly Supports Boyfriend Sheldon Souray At Hockey Game

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Former WWE Diva Kelly Kelly (and friends) attended Tuesday night’s Anaheim Ducks NHL hockey game to watch her boyfriend Sheldon Souray play.

Photos: Kelly Kelly & Boyfriend Sheldon Souray Attend “Lady Ducks” Fashion Show

CM Punk’s WWE TV Return Date Pushed Up, John Cena Injury Update

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[punkhoodie]- WWE is now advertising CM Punk’s WWE television return date for the May 27th episode of WWE RAW from Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Earlier this week, the next RAW Punk was advertised for was June 3rd from Hartford, CT.

– WWE sources indicate that John Cena’s injury not an Achilles heel tear, as WWE first reported, but just a badly bruised heel. Cena is not expected to miss much (if any) ring time.

– WWE Classics on Demand will have a “Motor Mayhem” theme for the month of May:

“Start your engines and buckle up! WWE Classics On Demand presents “WWE Motor Mayhem”. Relive some of the hairiest, metal-crunching carnage of all time. Featuring; Monster Trucks, Limos, Low-Riders, 18-Wheelers and more.”

Scott Hall Loses 30 Pounds – Recent Picture Of Him & His Son Cody

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Scott Hall noted on Twitter that he’s dropped 30 pounds in the past nine weeks:

https://twitter.com/SCOTTHALLNWO/status/329562305551556608

VIDEO: Scott Hall Talks About His Successful Hip Surgery

Hall, who recently underwent hip surgery and can now start working out properly, also tweeted this recent picture of himself with his son Cody:

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NXT Star Close To Getting Called Up, Interesting New WWE Trademark

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– There is a lot of buzz lately in WWE that Bray Wyatt will be called up to the main roster very soon.

– WWE recently applied for two new trademarks, which appear to be related: “Crush Couture” and “CC”. Both trademarks are for various types of merchandise. It’s unknown at this point whether Crush Couture will be a product line or a new WWE character.

(Source: PWInsider.com)

Paul Bearer Considered A Lock For The 2014 WWE Hall of Fame

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Word going around backstage at Monday’s RAW was that the late Paul Bearer is the first name locked in for the 2014 WWE Hall of Fame.

Now the discussion is shifting to who will induct Paul Bearer – with virtually everybody suggesting that he should be inducted by The Undertaker. The Dead Man never  appears at the Hall of Fame ceremonies (because he is very protective of his character) – but is expected to induct his close friend.  Another name brought up for Bearer’s inductor is Michael “PS” Hayes.

With Paul Bearer getting inducted next year – it seems highly unlikely that WWE will induct another (equally deserving) deceased performer, Randy Savage.

(Source: PWInsider)

Mysterio’s Return Pushed Back, Sin Cara Home In Mexico, Night of Champions

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– As noted earlier, WWE’s Rey Mysterio and Sgt. Slaughter were at the Hulu Upfronts event in New York City on Tuesday. Mysterio was telling people that he hopes to return to the ring “this summer” – which is later than what was previously expected (May). He tweeted this photo of himself and Slaughter:

– Sin Cara remains on the sidelines in WWE and has not been on the road for several weeks now. He has been checking in (via social media) from the “Sin Cara Gym” in Mexico, so it looks like he’s been given time off

– A ticket pre-sale for WWE’s Night of Champions pay-per-view in September is underway and runs through Friday night. The pre-sale password is CHAMPION. WWE Night of Champions take place on Sunday, September 15th from the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan.

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CM Punk Attends Hockey Game, Saturn At NXT, Honky Tonk Man’s New Legends Deal

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– CM Punk was in attendance for the Chicago Blackhawks hockey game Tuesday night. He tweeted:

– The Honky Tonk Man noted that his new WWE Legends deal prohibits him from doing media interviews:

https://twitter.com/OfficialHTM/statuses/329405828429930496

– Former ECW, WCW & WWE superstar Perry Saturn was in Tampa at WWE developmental last week training the students. He tweeted:

Final Rating For Monday’s RAW, Summer Rae Profiled By WWE & More

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– The final rating for Monday’s RAW was a 3.1. The show averaged 4,285,000, which was down from the previous week.

– WWE.com website has a new article up looking at Summer Rae, Fandango’s new dancing partner. They acknowledge her NXT past.

– There was no Saturday Morning Slam tapings Tuesday night in Detroit.

Photos: Stephanie McMahon’s Bikini Workout

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WWE Executive Stephanie McMahon recently took part in a photo shoot for RXMuscle.com.

What Happened After SmackDown Tapings, Main Event Preview & More

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– Prior to Tuesday night’s WWE SmackDown tapings, Bo Dallas defeated Curt Hawkins via pifall after a belly to belly suplex.

– After the SmackDown tapings ended, Randy Orton and Sheamus defeated Big Show and Mark Henry after Orton and Sheamus delivered an RKO and a Brogue Kick to the heels.

– The following matches will take place on Wednesday’s WWE Main Event:

* US Champion Kofi Kingston vs. Antonio Cesaro

* Justin Gabriel vs. Heath Slater

*Spoilers* WWE Main Event Tapings Results

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WWE taped this week’s episode of Main Event on Tuesday night from the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. Here are full results:

* United States Champion Kofi Kingston beat Antonio Cesaro in a good, long match.

After the match, Kofi said he was going home to see his newborn baby. This got a big pop from the crowd.

* Justin Gabriel beat Heath Slater with the 450 Splash. Slater and Mahal got ejected from ringside for interfering during the match.

*Spoilers* WWE SmackDown Tapings Results For Friday

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WWE taped Friday’s episode of SmackDown tonight from the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, Michigan. Here are full results:

The show opens with Ryback cutting a promo about not competing on WWE Raw and talks about John Cena and Team Hell No, leading to the first match of the show, Ryback vs. Daniel Bryan.

* Ryback defeated Daniel Bryan with the Shell Shock.

Ricardo Rodriguez cut a backstage promo hyping his victory on Raw.

* Fandango defeated Zack Ryder in a short match.

* Ricardo Rodriguez defeated Zeb Colter by disqualification. Jack Swagger interfered and attacked Ricardo. Alberto Del Rio get involved and makes the save. Teddy Long comes out and turns the brawl into a tag team match.

* Alberto Del Rio and Ricardo Rodriguez vs. Jack Swagger and Zeb Colter ended when Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston, who were at ringside, interfered in the match. Teddy Long comes out again and turned the match into a triple threat tag team match.

* Alberto Del Rio and Ricardo Rodriguez vs. Jack Swagger and Zeb Colter vs. Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston ends with Del Rio and Rodriguez picking up the victory via submission using the Cross armbreaker.

* Backstage segment where The Shield beat down an unknown person and cut a promo after. Once they left, it was revealed that the unknown person was Daniel Bryan.

* Randy Orton defeated Damien Sandow with the RKO. The Big Show comes out after the match and says Orton is not a team player. Sandow takes advantage of the distraction and attacks Orton.

Backstage, Kane is leaving the trainer’s room where Daniel Bryan is being examined. He says that he will make The Shield pay.

* Sheamus faced Mark Henry in an arm wrestling contest. Henry defeated Sheamus in the first round, but Sheamus wants a rematch and then hits Henry with a Brogue Kick.

* Dean Ambrose defeated Kane. Before the match Kane beat up all of the Shield members and threw Roman Reigns into the announce table. After the match, the Shield then gave Kane a three-on-one beating and a triple powerbomb. They stand over him and hold up the WWE Tag Team Championships to end the show.

The Undertaker’s In-Ring Future & Rumored Opponents for WrestleMania XXX

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The Undertaker appears to have been written off WWE TV for the foreseeable future after being destroyed by The Shield on last Friday’s SmackDown. [Video]

WWE officials are interested in having The Undertaker wrestle a match at this year’s SummerSlam pay-per-view.

As for who The Undertaker will wrestle at WrestleMania XXX in 2014, the early frontrunners are John Cena and Ryback.

Comment Below and tell us who you think The Undertaker should wrestle at WrestleMania XXX.

(Source: f4wonline.com)

Update On The Rock’s Future With WWE

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Despite The Rock saying that WrestleMania 29 might have been his final match, most people within WWE expect that he’ll wrestle again. His final match will likely take place at WrestleMania XXX next April.

Prior to his recent injury The Rock was scheduled to wrestle Brock Lesnar at either SummerSlam or next year’s WrestleMania.

There’s also a chance he could appear at Hell in a Cell, which takes place in October from his home town of Miami, Florida.

Jim Ross Predicts Whether The Rock Will Wrestle Again Or Not