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Hulk Hogan Threatens To Sue Website Over Sex Tape, Mick Foley Book Tour Dates

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– TNA star Hulk Hogan is threatening to sue the website Gawker.com for posting video footage of his infamous sex tape. Hogan’s attorneys will be sending a “nasty cease and desist letter” to the website for posting a video preview of the 30+ minute tape as well as a very detailed description of its contents.

Hulk’s lawyer David R. Houston tells TMZ.com:

“This tape was made secretly without Hulk’s knowledge or permission. We are going to do everything in our power to figure out who did it. Anyone displaying the tape will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.”

Gawker.com claims the tape was sent to them anonymously.

– Mick Foley has announced the following dates for his upcoming appearance tour to promote his new children’s book, “A Most Mizerable Christmas”:

* 10/9 in Hamilton Township, NJ (Barnes & Noble).
* 11/15 in Rockford, IL at (Barnes & Noble in the Cherryvale Mall).
* 11/17 in Valpairso, IL (Barnes & Noble in the Valpairso Marketplace).
* 11/18 in Indianapolis, IN (Barnes & Noble in Castleton Square).
* 12/1 in Jefferson, NH (Santa’s Village).
* 12/16 in Huntington, Long Island (Book Revue).

 

Steve Austin and CM Punk Tease Match In Sit-down Interview

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The official YouTube account of WWE Games posted an eleven-minute video Thursday of Jim Ross moderating a sit-down discussion between “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and CM Punk. The discussion, which was shot SummerSlam weekend, centered on Austin facing Punk in THQ’s WWE ’13 video game, while also teasing a real-life match between the two. The video, however, was removed within hours.

There are differing accounts on why the video was removed. According to PWInsider.com, the video was released prematurely. ProWrestling.net says it was “not the correct version,” according to a THQ employee. The video will be released again.

During the debate, the two discuss what would happen if Punk competed in the “Attitude Era” and Austin was wrestling today. Austin puts over Punk and John Cena as present-day Superstars worthy of hanging with “Stone Cold,” while dismissively labeling “the rest of the locker room” as happy to be on television. Punk says he would have been a champion during the “Attitude Era,” which causes Austin to laugh.

The interview concludes with a firm handshake and Austin proclaiming that he would defeat Punk in both the video game world and in real-life.

WWE Touts Ratings Success Of Premiere Episode Of “WWE Main Event” On ION

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ION TELEVISION’S NEW ORIGINAL SERIES, WWE® MAIN EVENT®, DEBUTS WITH STRONG FIRST MATCH

NEW YORK, October 4, 2012 – Obama vs. Romney was not the only match viewers tuned into on Wednesday night. According to Nielsen overnight data released today, ION Television’s brand new series, WWE Main Event, garnered the highest male audience in the last year with the most Men 18-49 (422,000), Men 25-54 (444,000), and Men 2+ (876,000). At 8:00pm ET/PT, the premiere of the new weekly series, which featured WWE Champion CM Punk™ against World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus™, was the #4 program in the time period among Men 18-34, #4 among Men 18-49, and #5 among Men 25-54. In addition, WWE Main Event out-delivered the last game of the MLB regular season on ESPN and ESPN2 among all key men and adult demos. Finally, the premiere delivered 518,000 Women 2+, finishing ahead of most female cable networks.

“The viewers have spoken,” noted Brandon Burgess, CEO, ION Media Networks. “Fans of the WWE are passionate and seem to have a knack for finding their favorite Superstars wherever they live. Needless to say, we are particularly pleased that WWE has found a new home on ION Television, and we congratulate our new partner in the success of the premiere.”

“Our partnership with ION Television is off to a strong start,” said Vince McMahon, WWE Chairman and CEO. “We expect our fans will make WWE Main Event the number one show on the network as they have done for WWE programs with all of our other TV Partners.”

WWE Main Event, airing Wednesdays at 8:00pm ET/PT, features the WWE Superstars and Divas of Monday Night Raw and Friday Night Smackdown, including John Cena®, WWE Champion CM Punk™, World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus™, Alberto Del Rio®, The Miz®, Kofi Kingston®, Eve® and Alicia Fox®. It’s a must-see for longtime devotees and those looking for character-driven, high-octane entertainment. The original series will showcase live events filmed across the country, as well as a stop in Europe.

*Spoilers* For WWE Hell in a Cell Pay-Per-View & WWE’s Tag Team Tournament

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Following Wednesday night’s of WWE Main Event, the updated brackets have Santino Marella and Zack Ryder facing Cody Rhodes and Damien Sandow in one semi-final match.

The other semi-final match will feature Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara vs. the winner of Kofi Kingston and R-Truth vs. Darren Young and Titus O’Neil (which takes place on Friday’s SmackDown. )

As we know, the winners of the tournament will face Kane and Daniel Bryan for the WWE Tag Team Titles at Hell In a Cell.

In a spoiler update, Rhodes and Sandow are scheduled to win the tournament and challenge for the titles at Hell In a Cell later this month.

The plan is for Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara to lose to Sandow and Rhodes in the finals due to interference from Young and O’Neil. This would lead to a second tag team match at Hell In a Cell – Mysterio and Cara vs. Young and O’Neil, which would be a rematch from the finals.

* VIDEO: WM28 Celebrity Singer MGK FLIPS OUT At The Microsoft Store

(Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

Rapper MGK Talks About Performing At WrestleMania, Says Cena Gave Him Booze

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Rapper MGK says performing at WrestleMania was the scariest moment of his career – but Cena helped calm his nerves by giving him some moonshine.

JR Blog: Jim Ross Appreciation Night, His Segment With Punk On RAW, Ryback, Ricardo

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WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross is back with another blog update, which you can read in its entirety at JRsBarBQ.com. Here are some highlights of what JR said about :

Jim Ross Appreciation Night: “I have to tell you that the award that WWE presented me was the nicest thing that I’ve ever been bestowed including my 2007 WWE Hall of Fame ring. The “Voice of WWE’ engraving brought me to tears I’m not ashamed to say.”

His Segment With CM Punk On RAW: “The segment that @CMPunk and I were involved in, of course along with the irrepressible @HeymanHustle Paul Heyman, was the highest rated quarter hour of the three hour broadcast which is a tribute to the WWE Champion and his evil sidekick.”

Ryback Evolving: “Ryback is just starting to come into his own. I got a tweet from a teacher that said his students were chanting “Feed Me More” prior to their lunch at school recently. Ryback is a unique talent who will hopefully carve out his niche much like other power and strength guys have over the years which takes a little more time and perseverance than many traditional talents. Ryback’s exposure Monday night was timely for him and his progression.”

Ricardo Rodriguez:”Ricardo Rodriguez is an underrated asset for WWE in my eyes. Rodriguez ‘gets it’ and will hopefully end up being a bigger star in WWE than what some fans perhaps currently perceive him.”

* VIDEO: WM28 Celebrity Performer MGK FLIPS OUT At The Microsoft Store

Chavo & Hernandez Interview: Chavo Joining TNA, Teaming Together, BFG

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Monday Night Mayhem with Chavo Guerrero and Hernandez
Hosts: The Big Mosh and Todd Vincent
Recap by Kahlil Thomas

How the situation presented itself for Chavo to become part of the TNA roster and why the company has indeed lived up to his personal and professional expectations thus far: “To be honest, I didn’t really know if I was going to TNA, or if I was gonna stop wrestling, or what I really was going to do. I knew I was going to take some time off, and regroup, and regain some of my sanity after going 12 years in the WWE. Sometimes you have to do that. We just started talking back and forth a bit, me and TNA, over a two-month period, and we decided that would be a good fit. We tried, and it has been working really, really good. I’m just so happy to be there. It’s just nice to have people really appreciate your work, because sometimes people just expect that and never thank you, so it’s a good thing.”

Their initial thoughts when they found out they were going to team up together and why their tag team is “a completely different dynamic” from Los Guerreros or The LAX: (Hernandez): “When Chavo came to TNA, everyone talked about the family heritage and experience, but what they don’t realize is that this guy is reinventing himself. Every match, he’s breaking out something you haven’t seen before, or he hasn’t done in a while.”

(Chavo): “Don’t confuse our tag team with Hernandez’s previous tag team partners. Much respect to Homicide. He’s my boy. And with Konnan, the only thing we have in common is that we are Latinos. We are not LAX. They are not just plugging me in as ‘the new Mexican guy.’ It’s a completely different dynamic. This is not Los Guerreros or LAX. It’s completely different.”

Why they are looking forward to their three-way Match (vs. Kurt Angle/”The Phenomenal AJ Styles and “The Fallen Angel” Christopher Daniels/Kazarian) for the TNA World Tag Team Titles at Bound For Glory: (Hernandez): “Kurt Angle, in my opinion, is hands down the best performer in the world right now. That’s just how it goes. AJ is AJ. He is the man. This guy truly is phenomenal. He could do anything his body lets him do it’s just crazy. It’s going to take all of my power and everything Chavo can come up with to become (TNA World) Tag Team Champions.”

(Chavo): “Kazarian and Daniels are the champs, and they are both really good. They both know how to hold onto those Tag Team belts. I think we match really well against them, because one thing they don’t have is the power. I’m just looking forward to getting to Bound for Glory and facing them.”

King Mo Talks About His Training, Bound For Glory, Hogan-Flair & More

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Busted Open satellite radio show with King Mo
Host: Dave Lagreca and Doug Mortman
Airs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Sirius 94 and XM 208 from 2-4 ET

Where does he feel he is at with his wrestling training: “As far as where I’m at, I’m still a baby. Some people it takes years. Some people it takes a few months. I’m hoping it takes a few months, but I want to be on the level of Kurt Angle. If I could get to that level in  a few years, I’ll be alright. I still have a long way to go. I’m willing to spend the time and dedication to get there.”

What his role will be as enforcer in the James Storm/Bobby Roode falls count anywhere match? “I guess I’m a referee and an enforcer. I figure if I’m the guest enforcer, I might as well be the referee as well..I’m cool with anyplace besides the bathroom. I don’t want to be slapping one, two, three and there is piss on the floor. I don’t care if its dirty, I just don’t want any bodily fluids on the floor. If it’s blood, I’m ok with it. Any type of urine, I don’t want to deal with that.”

Will he fill the void of the lack of bad-asses in wrestling: “Here is the thing. Most of the guys who played the badass role are terrible wrestlers. I’m not saying I’m better than them, but I’m hoping I’m the badass with also being a good worker. The Ultimate Warrior was a badass but he wasn’t any good. Goldberg they said was horrendous. I’ve seen guys like Nathan Jones who wasn’t any good. So guys who played that badass role tend to be terrible workers. I want to change that perception. If I’m going to be a badass in this business, I want to be known as a guy that worked well too.”

Which career would he rather have? Ric Flair or Hulk Hogan? “I’m more of a Ric Flair fan. NWA and WCW that was all me. I loved Hulk Hogan, but to me Sting and Ric Flair were those guys that got me star struck. I’d rather be Ric Flair. The cars, Space Mountain, the women, I’d much rather be Ric Flair.”

Talks about his debut on Impact Wrestling: “Right now I’m nervous. My armpits are sweating. I’m nervous, but when I get out there I’m just going to be me. I’m going to let it come natural. I’m not going to try to force anything. I’m just going to be me. You see guys out there that play a role that’s just not them. The crowd is on to it and they don’t buy it. The people who play the role that is similar to them, a bigger version of them, then the crowd eats it up.”

CM Punk Discusses Wrestling and New DVD, Update On WWE ’13 DLC, The Iron Sheik Appearing In New York

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– WWE Champion CM Punk joined WGN Morning News today to discuss wrestling, his new DVD, Dark Knight and more.

In response to how he deals with “the nutjobs” on Twitter, Punk says, “With a smile on my face. There is nothing that makes me smile more than haters.”

The video interview is available here.

– THQ announced Wednesday twenty-one downloadable characters that will be available for purchase for the WWE ’13 video game scheduled for release on Oct. 30. The content will be made available from October through January. THQ is offering a $20 package where you receive all the characters as well as Diamond Dallas Page and Goldust, which will be exclusives. Other characters announced for the game are AJ Lee, Antonio Cesaro, Damien Sandow, Drew McIntyre, Layla, Natalya, Ryback, Tensai, The Usos, Yoshi Tatsu, Brian Pillman, Chainsaw Charlie, Gangrel, Mike Tyson, Rikishi, Too Cool and Val Venis.

– WWE Hall of Famer The Iron Sheik will be signing autographs next Thursday at The Wrestling Universe store located on 34-29 Francis Lewis Blvd. Flushing, New York, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

* VIDEO: WM28 Celebrity Singer MGK FLIPS OUT At The Microsoft Store

Pictures: Chicago Pizzeria Bringing Back CM Punk Pizzas

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Chicago pizzeria Dimo’s has announced they are bringing back two limited-edition CM Punk-themed pizzas. Here’s the press release:

The Anaconda Vice and Go To Sleep Specials Are Back!

Chicago, IL— October 3, 2012 – Dimo’s Pizza, (3463 N. Clark St.) announced today the return of two best-selling pizza specials just in time for WWE superstar CM Punk to release his biographical documentary, CM Punk – Best In The World, chronicling the world renowned wrestling champion’s rise to the top. The specials also help celebrate CM Punk’s birthday on October 26th. The vegan Anaconda Vice and not-at-all-vegan Go To Sleep specials will be back on the menu from October 22nd through the 28th.

The Anaconda Vice pizza features a base of slow-cooked black beans topped with Upton’s chorizo seitan, vegan bacon bits, dairy-free cheese, chopped tomatoes, green onions, cilantro and parsley. A vegan twist on the Brazilian dish feijoada, Dimo’s created this pizza to commemorate Punk’s new meatless diet.

The Go To Sleep, or G.T.S. special, features smoked turkey leg, sliced potatoes, Swiss cheese and French fried onions. This special was an especially popular delivery request for Wrestlemania earlier this year.

Check out these pictures of the CM Punk pizzas at Dimo’s:

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CM Punk DVD Screening Tonight, Great Punk Video, Another Update From Evan Bourne

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– WWE Champion CM Punk will host his documentary DVD screening tonight at The Portage Theater in Chicago, IL. Other WWE personalities will be on hand to participate in a Q&A panel.

– Former WWE CEO Linda McMahon turns 64 years old today.

– Independent wrestlers Jorel Nelson and Ethan HD attended WWE’s most recent tryout camp.

– WWE Hall of Famer Gerald Brisco is now on Twitter @fgbrisco.

– Evan Bourne tweeted this on Wednesday night regarding his ongoing physical therapy:

– Here is the CM Punk video that aired during the premiere episode of WWE Main Event:

* VIDEO: WM28 Celebrity Singer MGK FLIPS OUT At The Microsoft Store

TNA Impact Wrestling Preview: The Debut Of MMA Superstar King Mo

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The following is TNA’s official preview for tonight’s Impact Wrestling on Spike TV:

– Thursday’s broadcast will feature the IMPACT debut of MMA star and TNA newcomer King Mo! In an unprecedented move – one of the biggest names in mixed martial arts, “King Mo” Lawal, will compete in Spike TV’s two major sports properties, Bellator Fighting Championships and TNA’s IMPACT WRESTLING. King Mo is set to be the special enforcer for the James Storm vs. Bobby Roode match at Bound For Glory! What will happen when King Mo debuts on Thursday? Don’t miss it!

– The fight between Aces and 8s and Team TNA is set for Bound For Glory! “The Immortal” Hulk Hogan will not be allowed to enter the fight – so who will represent TNA in the battle? Don’t miss Thursday’s broadcast for details!

– Tensions continue to rise between “The Charismatic Enigma” Jeff Hardy and World Heavyweight Champion Austin Aries as their main event match at Bound For Glory draws closer! What will happen when champion and challenger cross paths on Thursday’s IMPACT?

– Plus, IMPACT will feature Knockouts Tag Team action as Knockouts Champion Miss Tessmacher teams with ODB to battle Tara and Gail Kim

All this and much more on Thursday’s IMPACT WRESTLING on SpikeTV LIVE at 8/7!

Mick Foley Possibly Wrestling At WWE’s TLC PPV, Alberto Del Rio Attending NXT Show, How Old Is Mike Adamle?

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– WWE’s creative department has broached the idea of holding a match between CM Punk and Mick Foley at TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs on Dec. 16 in Brooklyn, New York at Barclays Center.

– Alberto Del Rio will be participating in a meet and greet at an NXT Wrestling live event taking place Oct. 26 in West Palm Beach, Florida at the Armory.

– Former Raw General Manager Mike Adamle turns 63-years-old Thursday.

– This Saturday, Devon will be signing autographs at Seacoast National Bank at 6711 Lake Andrew Dr in Melbourne, Florida from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

* VIDEO: WM28 Celebrity Singer MGK FLIPS OUT At The Microsoft Store

(source: F4WOnline.com)

WWE Reportedly Drops Two General Manager Storylines, Update On Pay-Per-View Countdown Shows, Tryouts

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– WWE has quietly dropped the storyline where General Managers AJ Lee and Booker T are depicted as incompetent, leading chief Vince McMahon to fire them both and have both shows overseen by one individual. Some people desired that Ric Flair being place in the role, but the company’s current lawsuit with TNA Wrestling over business practices had made that possibility feasible at this time.

The company also quietly dropped the storyline where announcer Josh Mathews threatened to sue both General Managers for an unsafe working environment.

– WWE chief Vince McMahon has nixed the idea of holding a thirty-minute “UFC-style” countdown show just prior to the Royal Rumble on January 27, 2013. He is, however, interested in holding such a show for WrestleMania XXIX.

– Independent wrestlers Ethan HD and Jorel Nelson both received tryouts at WWE’s talent evaluation session in Tampa, Florida earlier this week.

* VIDEO: WM28 Celebrity Singer MGK FLIPS OUT At The Microsoft Store

(source: F4WOnline.com)

What Led To Kelly Kelly’s WWE Release: Risque Photoshoot?

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As announced last Friday by WWE, the sports-entertainment organization came to terms on the release of Kelly Kelly, ending her six-year run with the company. Her departure had been expected since she decided to take a hiatus in late May.

Those close to the situation thought it was likely her tenure was coming to an end after she was resistant on signing a long-term contract extension and had requested time off from the road. Company officials granted her time off under the belief that she would return full-time. However, those close to her say she wasn’t sure about resuming a full-time schedule and was looking to pursue non-wrestling endeavors.

Her situation is similar to many other talents who have left the company, particularly women, in the past two years. She was forced to reject numerous media offers, either because WWE didn’t want her involved or because WWE has made its product too kid-friendly that companies don’t want to associate with them. The matter is tied to women, because of those limitations.

Since Kelly had already earned her downside guarantee for the year and had no intention on returning full-time, there was no money left for her to earn by not asking for her release. Plus, she wanted to pursue outside opportunities sooner rather than later.

During an advertisement campaign shoot last Thursday for Let It Fly Energy, an energy drink line, she received a text message from Paul “Triple H” Levesque, WWE Executive Vice President, Talent and Live Events. He informed her that by the terms of her contract, she needed to have a calendar that she planned to sell on her official website approved by the company. She had tweeted previews of some risqué lingerie pictures and the company demanded she take them down. She had no intention on calling off the project, which led company officials to cutting ties with her the next day.

View Here: The Photo Shoot That Got Kelly Kelly Fired

Another factor in Kelly’s resistance to remaining in WWE for several more years could be tied to her health since she had been dealing with neck issues from wrestling. WWE officials requested that she see Dr. Joseph Maroon, the company’s medical director. She preferred to be examined by her own doctor. With the accumulated injuries, she wanted to stop wrestling full-time at the age of 25 rather than be physically broken down years later and too old to pursue entertainment opportunities. It is believed that she would have stayed with WWE had they allowed her to make occasional appearances.

WWE did not perceive Kelly as reaching a level known as the “Mick Foley deal,” where a talent is under contract, works occasionally, and is free to pursue outside endeavors. WWE does not want create a precedent where talent have control over what they do, which is an issue currently affecting their relationship with Chris Jericho.

* VIDEO: WM28 Celebrity Singer MGK FLIPS OUT At The Microsoft Store

(source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

WWE Ends Contract Negotiations With Chris Jericho, Officials Cautious On Jerry Lawler’s Return After Heart Attack

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– WWE officials had been negotiating with Chris Jericho on a new contract in recent weeks, but talks fell through. WWE opted to cease talks with the wrestler/musician in recent days.

It is believed that the proposed deal fell through due to control over when he worked as well as his activities outside of WWE. Officials were seeking an arrangement where the company would be his top priority and they would have some control over his outside endeavors. Jericho, on the other hand, wanted complete control of all of his activities.

Jericho was open to returning as early as this month had WWE agreed to his terms. He was looking to work forty to fifty dates per year, including full-time for cycles and even assisting the developmental program. However, he would determine the periods when he worked and would be strictly unavailable during tours, which WWE was not in favor of.

– Three weeks after suffering a heart attack while announcing at a WWE event in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Jerry “The King” Lawler stated in interviews in recent days that he is looking to return to the road as early as next month. Within WWE, however, there is no timetable on his return to the announce desk. It is said that company officials will be very cautious on bringing him back.

(source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

WWE’s General Viewpoint On Women’s Wrestlers Vs. Models, Developmental Wrestler Loses Weight, Attendance

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– The general viewpoint among people in WWE is that there are two types of women who join the sports-entertainment organization. There are models who use the company as a stepping stone toward fame due to its substantial television presence. And then there are those who truly love wrestling, with Beth Phoenix and Natalya being the prime examples. However, it is said that the girls who perform for the love of the sport get easily frustrated because there is no reward for being talented in the ring, not to mention that they receive minimal television time to showcase their abilities. The model types are willing to wrestle for a few years, with the hope it leads to a break in the entertainment world, and bolt once they start attracting offers.

– The former Husky Harris, WWE developmental wrestler Bray Wyatt, has lost weight in recent months and is said to be down to 280 pounds. He has received rave reviews for his Cape Fear-esque character, which has been compared to that of former WWE Superstar Waylon Mercy. Many feel he would be on the main roster today if WWE chief Vince McMahon wasn’t negative on his physique.

– Friday’s Raw live event in St. Joseph, Missouri, drew 3,000 attendees paying $80,000. Saturday in Topeka, Kansas, drew 3,500 paying $110,000. Sunday in Wichita, Kansas, drew 4,000 for $125,000. Saturday’s SmackDown live event in Abilene, Texas, drew 3,000 for $95,000. Sunday’s show in Wichita Falls, Texas, drew 2,200 paying $55,000, which would be one of the lowest grossing events of the year.

John Morrison Expected To Return To WWE, Update On Evan Bourne’s Rehab Progress, WWE Stars In New York City

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– After parting ways with WWE late last year, John Morrison is expected to ultimately return to the organization. This is the belief among many people in the organization.

Though it’s been speculated that he could wind up in TNA Wrestling, there is said to be no interest on Melina Perez, his girlfriend, from either the organization or her former employers. Therefore, he is expected to work for the company that pays him more.

Morrison has regularly competed at independent wrestling events under his real name, John Hennigan, since leaving the spotlight.

– In March, Evan Bourne was involved in an automobile accident which broke his foot in four places and dislocated it in five. In an update on his rehabilitating progress, a timetable for his return to the squared circle still remains uncertain.

– Raw General Manager AJ Lee, as well as Paul Heyman and Mick Foley, were in New York City Wednesday promoting THQ’s WWE ’13 video game. Click here to view photos of the three at a press event.

(source: F4WOnline.com)

WWE Contemplating Undertaker vs. Ryback Match At ‘Mania; Has The Deadman Wrestled His Last Match?

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Despite the strong build for a match between WWE Champion CM Punk and Ryback, it is only being teased at this point and no concrete plans will be made until November or December. The match may not even occur since there has discussion of Ryback facing Undertaker at WrestleMania XXIX, with The Deadman’s undefeated streak at the pay-per-view extravaganza going up against Ryback’s overall undefeated streak. However, some people within WWE have speculated that Undertaker may not even work next year’s show.

With the curtain call finish to his WrestleMania XXVIII match against Triple H, and his wife, Michelle McCool, recently giving birth to a child, it is possible that the bout was his final wrestling match. WWE’s original plans called for the legendary wrestler to compete at WrestleMania XXIX and start building toward a match at around Survivor Series. Many feel he’ll ultimately wrestle on next year’s show, but it’s not considered certain. Whether he competes on the show or not, it will be entirely up to him and not Vince McMahon.

(source: F4WOnline.com)

Shaul Guerrero Reportedly Negative On The Pro Wrestling Business, TLC Pre-Sale Code, WWE Main Event

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– Shaul Guerrero (a/k/a Raquel Diaz), daughter of Eddie and Vickie Guerrero, has not been released from her developmental contract with WWE after attempting to quit the organization last week. According to F4WOnline.com, company officials are refusing to release the 21-year-old at this time. One person with knowledge of WWE developmental matters noted to the publication that in recent weeks, she become distant and “seemingly very bitter about the wrestling business.”

– Ticketmaster.com will hold a pre-sale on Thursday for WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs, which takes place Dec. 16 in Brooklyn, New York at the Barclays Center. The passcode is WWETLC. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Saturday at 10:00 a.m.

– Tonight’s debut episode of WWE Main Event on ION Television is being heavily promoted today in the New York market on ESPN. The advertisements are centered around John Cena, who is not appearing on the show.

– WWE Hall of Famer Jimmy Hart is featured in today’s “Superstar Spotlight” on WWE.com.

Developmental Diva Not Released By WWE, Kharma Joins Facebook, Dave Bautista’s Weigh-in, WWE In Wilkes-Barre

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– Contrary to rumors and speculation, Skyler Moon has not been released from her developmental contract with WWE, according to PWInsider.com. Her bio was removed from the official NXT website in August, sparking rumors that she had parted ways with the company. She revealed yesterday via Twitter that she has an eating disorder after it was falsely reported last week that she had checked into a rehabilitation center. Her message was deleted shortly thereafter.

– Kia Stevens, who more recently competed as Kharma in WWE, has launched a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/KiaStevensProject. She confirmed the account on Twitter today and noted to stay tuned for updates. On the page she lists herself as an “Entertainer, Professional Ass-Kicker, Philanthropist and Motivational Speaker.”

– Weigh-ins for former WWE talent Dave Bautista’s mixed martial arts debut on Saturday will take place Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Marriott Downtown hotel in Providence, Rhode Island.

– WWE will hold a Raw and SmackDown SuperShow on Saturday, Dec. 15 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania at the Mohegan Sun Arena. Ticketmaster.com is currently holding a pre-sale with the password WWEWBS.

Backstage Reaction To Jillian Hall’s TNA Tryout Match Last Week, TNA’s T-Shirt Giveaway, Chavo Guerrero

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– Former WWE Divas Champion tried out for TNA Wrestling last Thursday as she lost to Tara in a dark match. According to F4WOnline.com, company officials felt she did well.

– In the following video, SoCal Val tells you how you can get a free Bound for Glory 2012 T-Shirt after watching the Pay-Per-View at any participating movie theater. Visit www.tnaonscreen.com for participating locations.

– Chavo Guerrero appears at The Wrestling Guy in the Sanat Fe Springs Swap Meet Space H-5 13963 Alondra Blvd. Santa fe Springs, California, on Oct. 12 from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. (Event Information)

(source: F4WOnline.com)

NXT Diva Reveals She Has An Eating Disorder, What “Hell” Means To WWE Stars

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– To promote WWE’s upcoming Hell in a Cell pay-per-view later this month, WWE.com asked various Superstars to explain what “hell” means to them. Here are some highlights of what they said:

Sheamus: “Well Fella, I’d say waking up in the desert in just my wrestling trunks. Its 110 degrees, the sun is shining and there is no sunscreen, anywhere in sight. That’s my idea of hell.”

Dolph Ziggler: “Being stuck in the middle seat of a plane ride overseas, with a large person who should have purchased two seats on one side and a screaming baby on the other. I don’t like people talking loudly, crying or sweating on me. That would be a horrific experience for me, aka my hell.”

Vickie Guerrero: “Hell? (laughs) It’s a place where AJ Lee plays in her playground.”

Tyson Kidd: “Well, definitely being stuck in a bizarre world where I compete against Yoshi Tatsu every day and then having to listen to Michael Cole’s commentary while I workout and travel.”

Antonio Cesaro: “Hell, to me, is waking up in America every day, going out and seeing Americans in the grocery store — how they behave and how they are overweight. They don’t know how to dress and have absolutely no culture. I have to live with that, every single day. And that is hell to me.”

– In response to online reports that she recently checked into rehab, WWE developmental wrestler Skyler Moon (formerly “Buggy Nova”) revealed on Twitter that she’s not on drugs – she’s getting treatment for an eating disorder.

 Pictures of NXT Diva SKYLER MOON (Formerly Buggy Nova)

She tweeted on Tuesday:

“For all the rumors and speculations, I do not have a drug problem, I have an eating disorder. Thank you all for the love and support!! I will b back stronger then ever :) soon!!!!! I love you guys thanks for having my back. I’m not ashamed of my disease, i’m blessed to want to make myself better.”

The message was later deleted.

Jeff Hardy Talks About Returning To WWE, His Personal Demons & More

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TNA Star Jeff Hardy spoke with the Phoenix New Times to hype TNA Bound for Glory in Phoenix next Sunday night. Here are some highlights of what he said about:

Overcoming His Personal Demons: “I know how I am and what I’ve done and I wish it was as easy for [him] as it was for me I guess. Matt [Hardy] went through a dark period and I was just getting through my stuff and that was tough on me. I was like, “Oh my god, people are different.” I’ve never suffered physical withdrawals from not doing drugs, but that’s what separates me from everybody else, I guess, because I’m not like everybody else. I wish I could explain why some people don’t succeed but I don’t know. I mean all I know is how and who I am.”

His Brother Matt’s Videos Where He Appeared Intoxicated: “Yeah, I hated it. I hated everything he put up. I was embarrassed for him. But that was just stuff that he was going through. If I’m going to put something on YouTube it’s just going to be fun.”

Returning to WWE in the Future: “Man, I really can’t answer that. I’m happy where I’m at right now with TNA. But you never say never in this business, so it depends on where I’ll be at in a few months.”

21 “WWE ’13” Downloadable Characters Announced – Divas, Ryback, Tensai, Damien Sandow, “Attitude Era” Stars

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THQ announced Wednesday twenty-one downloadable characters that will be available for purchase for the WWE ’13 video game scheduled for release on Oct. 30.

WWE Superstars

* AJ Lee

* Antonio Cesaro

* Damien Sandow

* Drew McIntyre

* Layla

* Natalya

* Ryback

* Tensai

* The Usos (Jey and Jimmy Uso)

* Yoshi Tatsu

“Attitude Era” Superstars

* Brian Pillman

* Chainsaw Charlie (Terry Funk)

* Diamond Dallas Page

* Gangrel

* Goldust

* Mike Tyson (pre-order bonus)

* Rikishi

* Too Cool (Scotty 2 Hotty and Grandmaster Sexay)

* Val Venis

In addition, more content will be included as DLC such as Ministry Undertaker attire, Brock Lesnar’s Kimura Lock and John Cena’s 2004 United States Spinner Title.

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