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ESPN Personality Compares NFL Debacle To WWE, Tensai Explains Why He Ditched Helmet and Robe

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– On Tuesday’s edition of ESPN’s morning sports talk program First Take, Skip Bayless mentioned WWE while discussing the controversial conclusion of the Green Bay Packers vs. Seattle Seahawks game on Monday Night Football.

“I never thought I would see the day when the NFL would turn into the WWE,” Bayless said over the work of the replacement officials, who awarded a disputed touchdown to the Seahawks on the final play of the game.

The matter also drew comparisons to Vince McMahon and the XFL, with both terms trending worldwide on Twitter Monday night.

– Speaking to WWE Magazine, Tensai explains why he switched from singlets to trunks years ago and why we won’t see his helmet and robe ever again.

“When I first debuted, I used to wear singlets and, to be truthful, I liked them. But it was suggested to me that I move from them to the classic trunks. It was very uncomfortable for the first month, but now I love them. Let’s be honest—with my body type, I probably shouldn’t be wearing them, but I like them. They offer a much cleaner look at me in the ring, and red is such a powerful color,” Tensai said.

“The helmet and robe you saw when I returned was meant to get your attention, but changing out of it takes too much time and pulls away from my goal, which is to destroy.”

This Week’s Backstage Fallout For Raw, Matt Hardy Weighs In On Raw, Candice Michelle Expecting, Edge

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– Edge is featured in today’s “Superstar Spotlight” on WWE.com.

– Former WWE Superstar Matt Hardy weighed in on Monday’s Raw via Twitter: “Good, solid Raw tonight. Kofi-Dolph was hot, nice to see King look so well, Punk-Foley promo, the Kane-Bryan skits were absurd but funny..”

– Former WWE Women’s Champion Candice Michelle stated on Twitter Monday that she is due to give birth in less than a month:

– This week on “Backstage Fallout” for Raw, Dolph Ziggler, The Prime Time Players, The Miz and Ricardo Rodriguez react to Monday’s events.

Next Week’s RAW Social Media Ambassador, WWE Main Event Debuting

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– Next week’s RAW Social Media Ambassador will be former CNN television host Larry King. He will be promoting his new Hulu Series, Larry King Now.

– The new WWE Main Event show on Ion premieres next Wednesday night. WWE will begin taping matches for the series prior to RAW and SmackDown starting next week.

Advertisements for the show are promoting names like Sheamus, The Miz and Kofi Kingston for Main Event, so it appears the show will feature bigger stars than Superstars.

Kingston & Ziggler Praised For Their RAW Match (Video), Kofi Going Singles?

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Kofi Kingston and Dolph Ziggler got a lot of backstage praise after their match on Monday’s WWE RAW.

With Kofi Kingston and R-Truth no longer the tag team champions and many other new tag teams forming, there has been talk of breaking up Kingston & Truth and giving Kofi a strong singles push in the coming months.

In case you missed the match from RAW, here’s Kofi Kingston vs. Dolph Ziggler:

* Picture of SIN CARA UNMASKED On Monday’s RAW

(Source: f4wonline.com)

Video From After RAW: CM Punk vs. Sheamus

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After Raw went off the air Monday, WWE Champion CM Punk faced World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus in a non-title Champion vs. Champion Match. Sheamus won via disqualification due to Punk striking him with the WWE Championship.

Following the bout, Paul Heyman proclaimed that Punk is still WWE Champion as well as “Best in the World.” Sheamus delivered a Brogue Kick to Punk to conclude the evening.

Check out this video from after Monday’s WWE RAW featuring WWE Champion CM Punk vs. World Heavyweight champion Sheamus:

Picture: Fan Enters The Ring During Miz vs. Ryback Match On RAW

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As seen briefly during Monday’s live Raw broadcast, a fan entered the ring near the conclusion of the match between Ryback and The Miz.

The individual was immediately tackled by WWE security personnel and referee Scott Armstrong and pulled away from the ring.

WWE has released video of the match online and the live shot of the incident was cut out.

However – we got a screen cap from the broadcast:

Picture Of Sin Cara Unmasked From Monday’s WWE RAW

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Check out this picture of Sin Cara unmasked from Monday’s WWE RAW

(Thanks to Twitter user Doug Fain)

Saturday Morning Slam Preview, “Freebird” Turns 60, Dolph Ziggler Appearance

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– WWE announced during a commercial on Raw that Santino Marella will face Heath Slater on this week’s episode of Saturday Morning Slam on The CW. WWE Intercontinental Champion The Miz will commentate the match ringside. The program will also highlight the cockiest Superstars in WWE history, with Cody Rhodes adding insight.

– “Gorgeous” Jimmy Garvin turns 60-years-old on Tuesday.

– Dolph Ziggler appears at Bryant & Stratton College Campus 3650 Millersport Hwy. Getzville, New York, today beginning at noon. Call 716-625-6300 for more information.

WWE’s Upcoming “Attitude Era” DVD Comes Under Fire, Will Be Rated PG

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WWE’s upcoming Attitude Era DVD and Blu-ray release has come under fire by two Connecticut publications since the sports-entertainment organization recently scrubbed hundreds of videos from that era off YouTube and other video-sharing websites after they were used in Democratic advertisements attacking U.S. Senate hopeful Linda McMahon.

Brian Lockhart of CTNews.com explains, “The company, still run by Linda’s husband, Vince, is protective of its brand when it helps Linda’s political career, but happy to profit off of those raunchier programs any other time.”

Asked Monday whether the title would contain any of the squashed material and why the organization was releasing the compilation after McMahon’s election, WWE spokesman Brian Flinn told Don Michak of JournalInquirer.com he needed more time to respond. Flinn, however, noted to Lockhart that the title will be rated PG and consistent with how the company has marketed itself in recent years.

Attitude Era is scheduled for release on November 20, 2012, according to Amazon.com.

CM Punk Discusses Working With Paul Heyman, Becoming A Hated Figure Again

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In a newly published interview with SunSport, WWE Champion CM Punk commented on becoming a hated figure again and his alignment with Paul Heyman.

For Punk, getting fans to react to his character is one of the best parts about being a WWE Superstar.

“Anytime I get to do stuff hands-on I’m more into it. To me I started to feel like I wasn’t where I should be at that stage, creatively. And I wanted to get there,” Punk said. “To me it’s the name of the game – you have to evolve. You have to constantly change. I think the best wrestlers have always evolved.”

He continued, “I’ve never been the same for too long, but my changes have always been extremely logical. I don’t just wake up one day and I’m a different character. I’ve pretty much always been the same guy, I’ve just dialed things up or dialed things down certain things based on the circumstances. It’s important to not be a phoney, to not just one day say one thing and then the next day say another. Then people will never buy you’re whole stick if you are that wishy-washy.”

A little over a year after referencing himself as a “Paul Heyman guy” during his infamous speech chastising WWE brass, Punk is now aligned with the man. He said, “I’m very excited about it. It’s pretty crazy to me. We’ve never gotten to work together in front of the camera.

“I have worked with him extensively behind the camera. I think a lot of people are in for a treat.”

Punk also dismissed people who feel he shouldn’t have a mouthpiece.

“Rick Rude didn’t need anyone to talk for him, and Paul Heyman was his manager. Bobby Heenan didn’t need to talk for Ric Flair. Those are two examples of great duos,” said Punk.

“You’ll just have to wait to see what happens.”

Punk also discussed working with Bret Hart two weeks ago on Raw, not addressing Jerry “The King” Lawler’s heart attack that night via Twitter, and wrestlers he sees potential in. (Article)

Former TNA Star Wants To Wrestle At WWE Show, WWE Confirms TLC PPV Location, Eve and David Otunga

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– Jesse Neal, who is coming to Malone, New York on Saturday to sign autographs, is featured in a local newspaper and it notes that he’s interested in performing at WWE’s annual Tribute to the Troops in honor of the friends he lost in the Navy. (Thanks to Kyle)

Neal served in the United States Navy from 1998 to 2002, where he reached the rank of petty officer. He was on board USS Cole when it was suicide bombed on October 12, 2000. Neal has a tattoo on his right forearm of the initials of his best friend, who was killed in the attack.

– According to WrestlingFigs.com, a commercial aired during Raw in the New York area confirming that WWE’s annual TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs pay-per-view event will take place Sunday, December 16 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Tickets for the show go on sale Saturday, October 6 via Ticketmaster.

– WWE Divas Champion Eve and David Otunga met with Miss Connecticut USA Marie-Lynn Piscitelli and fans at the 10th annual Connecticut Women’s Expo over the weekend. WWE.com has published photos of their appearance.

Live Account Of Fans Who Entered The Ring On Raw, Match Announced For This Friday’s SmackDown

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– Two attendees at tonight’s Raw at the Times Union Center in Albany, New York attempted to enter the ring near the conclusion of the match between Ryback and The Miz. Though not shown on camera, ring announcer Justin Roberts took the guy who made it further into the ring down and dragged him out. Both individuals were pinned down hard in front of the announcers’ table until after the finish. Two police officers met security at the barricade and escorted them out of the venue.

Picture: Fan Enters The Ring During Miz vs. Ryback Match On RAW

– It was announced on Raw tonight that Randy Orton will face Big Show on this Friday’s episode of SmackDown on Syfy. The World’s Largest Athlete resurfaced on Raw on by knocking out both Brodus Clay and Tensai during their match.

(source: ProWrestling.net)

Wade Barrett Names His New Finisher, WWE ’13 DX Video, Top Hometown Victories

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– Wade Barrett announced on Twitter that his new elbow finisher is called The Souvenir:

Barrett also agreed with a follower who asked, “Is it because the impact is so devastating , it stays with you permanently?”

WWE.com has an article up looking at the Top 15 Hometown Victories, with CM Punk’s WWE title win at Money in the Bank from Chicago topping from the list.

– WWE posted a video of John Cena talking about the new partnership with Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

– WWE Games has released the following new WWE ’13 video featuring D-Generation X:

* Picture of the New MACHO MAN AIR JORDAN Sneakers

TNA In NYC Area For WM29 Weekend, Jerry Lawler Hypes Tonight’s RAW

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– Jerry Lawler tweeted the following message on Monday afternoon:

Lawler will speak to Michael Cole and Jim Ross via satellite on tonight’s WWE RAW.

– TNA has announced two live events in the New York City area next April over WrestleMania 29 weekend.

TNA will return to the NYCB Theater in Westbury, Long Island on Friday, April 5, 2013. The following night (4/6), TNA heads to Rahway, NJ.

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Ultimate Warrior Not Signing Copies Of Disparaging WWE DVD, Alex Shelley Competing For Gold In Japan

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– Former WWE Champion Ultimate Warrior has been announced to appear at the Frank and Sons Collectible Show located at 19649 San Jose Ave., City of Industry, California 91748 on Saturday, November 10, 2012 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. He will participating in photo-ops and signing all Warrior items with the exception of one—WWE’s 2005 DVD release The Self-Destruction of the Ultimate Warrior.

According to a press release issued Monday by Big Time Wrestling, Warrior will not sign the WWE-released documentary and no exceptions will be made.

In January 2006, Warrior filed a lawsuit against WWE in an Arizona court over how he was depicted in the video. He filed the claim stating that the video violated a March 2000 Settlement Agreement between WWE and Ultimate Creations Inc, Warrior’s corporation. That agreement allowed WWE to use footage of Warrior, but that Warrior owned the rights and trademarks to the Ultimate Warrior character and could use them in any future venue as he decreed. It was also agreed that both parties would “not disparage each other.” However, it was later discovered that Warrior made “publicly disparaging claims” against WWE. It was ruled in September 2009 that Warrior himself breached the agreement and that he was not legally able to receive damages for the same thing he accused WWE of.

– Former TNA Wrestling star Alex Shelley is scheduled to compete at New Japan Pro Wrestling’s “King of Pro Wrestling” show on October 8 at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, Japan, according to a report by Puroresu Spirit. He and Kushida will challenge Alex Koslov and Rocky Romero for the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Tag Team Championship.

Hulk Hogan Hypes Impact, TV Title To Be Defended Thursday, Matt Hardy Birthday Video

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– Hulk Hogan tweeted the following about Aces & Eights on Monday:

– TNA announced the following regarding this week’s TV Title situation:

“This week on Impact, it’s the return of “Championship Thursday” and the TNA Television Title will be defended! 4 competitors will vie for the right to compete for the TV Title. Who will Hulk Hogan select?”

– Matt Hardy posted this YouTube video on Sunday, his birthday:

“As several of you know, September 23rd is my birthday. But it’s not just Matt Hardy’s birthday-it’s also the birthday of my close friend Caprice Coleman’s son, Chayce. Check out this moment from the afternoon of September 23rd, 2012, as myself, Caprice, his family, Reby, and my brother Jeff Hardy get together in honor of BOTH of our birthdays!

Rob Van Dam’s Favorite Bound For Glory Memories, TNA Staff Talks Safety Protocol

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– In an article about “how old is too old” to be an active pro wrestler, TNA public relations manager Chris Thomas spoke with Scott Fishman of the Miami Herald regarding the company’s medical safety precautions. “Universal Health Services and Fire Department are also on site,” Thomas said. “At all live events we have an EMT team.” TNA president Dixie Carter also made the following statement:

“TNA takes the health and welfare of our athletes, staff and fans very seriously. We make every effort to ensure their safety. In the unfortunate circumstance something does go wrong, we have experts available to provide the best care possible.”

– TNA has posted this YouTube video featuring Rob Van Dam looking back on his favorite Bound For Glory memories:

Triple H Talks About Jerry Lawler’s Heart Attack (Video)

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During a recent interview with Jim Varsallone, Triple H talks about Jerry “The King” Lawler’s heart attack on RAW from 2 weeks ago:

“How many times in life are you sitting five feet from your doctor… when something like that happens? I think that in any other place at any other time, Jerry Lawler was no longer with us. Dr. Samson, our doctor, [is] to me a hero, a life saver.

To see the remarkable recovery that Jerry has made, to see him home and to see him walking around like nothing happened to him, is mind-boggling to me because it is not what I was witnessing that night… Somehow, for some reason, Jerry Lawler is still with us, and that to me is nothing short of a miracle because I don’t think anybody that was there that night — that was backstage or that was privy to what was going on — would have never, never imagined this outcome.”

Here’s video footage from the interview:

Linda McMahon Attacked In New Ad (Video), Nash’s nWo Japan Reunion (Pic)

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– Dolph Ziggler is scheduled to appear at the Bryant & Stratton College Campus in Getzville, NY this Tuesday at noon.

– Kevin Nash and Keiji Mutoh (The Great Muta) won the semi-mian event of All Japan Pro Wrestling’s show in Yokohoma. Nash won with a Jackknife Powerbomb. After the match, Nash, Mutoh and Masahiro Chono posed for an nWo reunion (click to enlarge):

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– Linda McMahon is being called a “job killer” in this new political ad supporting her Democratic opponent, Chris Murphy. The ad features footage of the fallout from the Chris Benoit family tragedy as well as former WWE talent Chris Nowinsky saying that it’s “garbage” that WWE superstars aren’t using steroids:

* Picture of JOHN CENA’s Surgically Repaired Elbow – OUCH!

The 20 Most Impressive Physiques In WWE History, WWE Polling Fans On GM Tenure, Stacy Keibler Featured

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– The official WWE website published an article Monday ranking the 20 most impressive physiques in WWE history. The late “Ravishing” Rick Rude tops the list, with the website noting that he “possessed the most chiseled physique in WWE history.”

The rankings are as follows: 20. Lance Storm, 19. Dolph Ziggler, 18. Antonino Rocca, 17. Shelton Benjamin, 16. Beth Phoenix, 15. Cody Rhodes, 14. Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka, 13. “Sailor” Art Thomas, 12. Mr. McMahon, 11. R-Truth, 10. Brock Lesnar, 9. Goldberg, 8. Batista, 7. Rocky Johnson, 6. David Otunga, 5. Lex Luger, 4. The Rock, 3. Triple H, 2. John Cena, 1. “Ravishing” Rick Rude

An elated Glamazon commented on the ranking via Twitter: “To be the only Diva honored on @WWE .com’s Most Impressive Physiques in History topped by Rick Rude is surreal!! #allthesweatwasworthit.”

– The official WWE website has issued a poll asking whether there should be a limit on how long a person can remain General Manager. “No. A GM should be able to remain in power as long as they do a good job” is currently leading 65% to 35% for “Yes. A constant flow of new GMs would keep things fresh and fair.”

– Former WWE Diva Stacy Keibler is featured in today’s “Superstar Spotlight” on WWE.com.

Picture of New “Macho Man” Air Jordan Sneaker, Linda Repaying Bankruptcy Debuts

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– As reported last week, Vince and Linda McMahon have begun paying back debts stemming from their bankruptcy filing in the 1970’s. Linda herself reportedly showed up to a car dealership in Connecticut over the weekend and presented them with a check for approximately $18,000 – four time what was owed back then (adjusted for interest and inflation).

– A new Air Jordan Nike sneaker has been released that pays homage to the late wrestling legend, “Macho Man” Randy Savage. The Jordan Aero Flight ‘Macho Man’ features a multicolored base that resembles many of the wrestler’s outfits. Sneakerfiles.com reports:

“Using a white base and cool 2-D panels, this basketball shoe adds neon green, hot pink, and purple accents for an authentic look that only the Macho Man himself would approve of.”

Check out this picture of the Jordan Aero Flight ‘Macho Man’

Beth Phoenix’s WWE Departure, NFL Player’s Triple H Connection, Kelly Kelly

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– Kelly Kelly is expected to be back full-time with WWE later this year.

– With Beth Phoenix expected to leave WWE next month, she’s reportedly interested in getting into acting. She is leaving WWE on good terms and could be back in the future.

– Ted DiBiase worked in the heel role at Sunday’s SmackDown live event in London, Ontario, Canada, losing to Kofi Kingston. DiBiase was busted open early in the match after taking a dropkick to the face.

Washington.CBSLocal.com has an article up featuring an interesting quote from NFL player Adam Carriker of the Washington Redskins. After tearing his right quadriceps tendon and collapsing to the ground during a game this weekend, the first thing he thought about was pro wrestling.

“I’m laying there on the turf at the Edward Jones Dome and there’s one thing going through my mind and it’s the image of Triple H tearing his quad tendon off his knee in the ring. Why I’m thinking about that, I don’t know,” he said. “I think that’s because it’s exactly where I felt it in my leg.”

(Partial source: F4Wonline.com)

Edge’s WWE Contract Status, Hell In A Cell Theme Song, Today’s Birthdays

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– Today’s wrestling birthdays include former WWE superstar Chris Nowinski (34) and Stephanie McMahon (36).

– The official theme song for next month’s WWE Hell in a Cell pay-per-view is “Reap” by Red Jumpsuit Apparatus. The song can be heard at YouTube.com.

– Following his surprise return to WWE television on Friday’s SmackDown, we can report that WWE Hall of Famer Edge has not signed a new contract with WWE. He made the appearance to promote his guest spot on the Syfy show “Haven”.

Edge remains a free agent and actually turned down a WWE contract offer earlier this year. Edge continues to pursue his acting career but is open to working with WWE when it makes sense for both sides.

(Partial Source: PWInsider.com)

Sound Off 238: Should WWE Keep Or Kill The Divas Division?

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Ryback Match Stopped Due To Injury, JR Hypes Lawler Interview, Superstars (Video)

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– Ryback’s match against Jinder Mahal at Saturday’s SmackDown live event in Sarnia, Ontario resulted in a no contest after Ryback got cut open the hard way during the match. The match was stopped by a doctor’s orders.

– Prior to flying to New York for tonight’s WWE RAW, Jim Ross confirmed that he and Michael Cole will be part of the Jerry Lawler interview segment on the show:

“It’s 3:30am in Oklahoma. Up & at em headed to OKC Airport in route to Albany, NY for #WWE #Raw. @MichaelCole & I will talk live w/ The King.”

– Here’s this week’s WWE Superstars featuring The Usos and The Prime Time Players, Ted DiBiase vs. JTG, Tyson Kidd vs. David Otunga and Drew McIntyre vs. Jinder Mahal.

* News On RYBACK’s Huge Push & What WWE Has Planned For Him