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Jericho Celebrates Milestone, New NOC PPV DVD Artwork, Keibler-Clooney Update

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Amazon.com has released an updated cover art for the WWE’s Night of Champions DVD (due out 10/16), which now features WWE Champion CM Punk standing above a fallen John Cena at the end of the PPV. The original cover art featured Cena posing.

– Chris Jericho tweeted that he had his first-ever wrestling match 22 years ago today:

– The New York Daily news is reporting that Stacy Keibler’s 1-year relationship with George Clooney is on the rocks and could be over very soon. “They’re barely talking,” a source revealed. “She is worried that he may break up with her any day now.”

Keibler has been in New York City alone for weeks filming “August: Osage County” with Julia Roberts, Meryl Streep and Juliette Lewis. “George is being really distant and pulling away from her,” said the source. “She wakes up every morning and doesn’t know what’s going to happen.”

Vince McMahon Not Happy With A WWE Announcer, Madusa Praises Molly Holly

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– As reported earlier, Vince McMahon made a surprise live appearance during Monday night’s RAWactive experience. During his brief appearance, the Chairman of the Board took the opportunity to denounce Josh Mathews’ announcing abilities after replacing Jim Ross on the broadcast.

In response to Matt Striker asking him his thoughts on the show, McMahon responded, “I think, generally speaking, everything is pretty good about Raw, except one particular announcer.” Striker then asks, “That Josh Mathews has to go, doesn’t he?” The WWE chief responds, “Yes, he does.”

The official WWE website has posted the video.

– On Facebook, Madusa was asked to give her thoughts on Nora Greenwald, better known as Molly Holly in WWE. Greenwald has stated in interviews that she felt Madusa didn’t personally like her since she was rigorous training her at the WCW Power Plant. Madusa admits to being tough on her then, but that she always liked her.

“I personally have ALWAYS BEEN HER FAN.. have always stuck up for her,” wrote Madusa. “She may not think so or have reservations on some of my tactics training her in wcw or working with her however I truly thought she was the last of the greats…..”

Madusa also responded to the rumor of Beth Phoenix leaving WWE: “If so, it’s a loss to the WWE…”

Vince Unhappy At RAW, Shaul Guerrero’s WWE Status, Backstage Fallout Video

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– WWE Chairman Vince McMahon was said to be in a bad mood at Monday’s WWE RAW from Oklahoma City, unhappy with the creative direction of the show in recent weeks. Another major reason for McMahon’s attitude has been RAW’s depressing ratings, most notably – the ratings of the final hour of the show.

Video Of Vince McMahon’s Speech From Jim Ross Appreciation Night

– Shaul Guerrero’s status is unknown at this time. She was believed to be released by WWE over the weekend and tweeted a message on Monday saying, “Thank you all for your love and support, WWE has been one of the highlights of my life. I learned so much and consider them family.”

PWInsider.com reports that Diaz is still under WWE contract, despite her leaving developmental and stopping her training. WWE officials are hopeful that she just needs time off and will eventually return.

– Here’s the latest episode of Backstage Fallout featuring interviews from Monday’s WWE RAW:

Mickie James To Appear In Music Video With Trish Stratus, Roddy Piper Writes Foreward For Jimmy Snuka Book

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– Mickie James announced Tuesday on Twitter that a music video promoting her forthcoming album will be shot soon. Magnus, her boyfriend, as well former WWE rival Trish Stratus, will be appearing in it.

“So excited!!! I can’t wait!!! Everybody get their knees out! @juddfilms @magnusofficial I hear that @trishstratuscom makes a mean cocktail!” she wrote.

– “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, who infamously struck “Superfly” Jimmy Snuka on the head with a coconut, has written the foreward for the Fijian wrestler’s autobiography. Mick Foley also penned an introduction for the book, which is scheduled for release in a few months.

– Former WWE Superstar Rikishi appears for Dreamwave Wrestling event this Saturday at the LaSalle Knights of Columbus 209 Gooding St. LaSalle, Illinois.

John Cena Surgery Update, Michael Cole Told To Lay Off Jim Ross & More

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– Following Jim Ross’ return to commentary in the wake of Jerry Lawler’s recent heart attack, f4online.com reports that Michael Cole has been instructed to play the role of babyface announcer and lay off the Jim Ross insults.

– David Otunga is doing various media appearances today to promote the new WWE Main Event show on Ion, which premieres Wednesday night.

– John Cena tweeted the following update on Tuesday regarding his recovery from surgery:

MVP Talks About Returning To WWE, Forming A Stable With John Cena & R-Truth

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#AftermathRadio hosts Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) and Jimmy Korderas (@JimmyKorderas) were joined last night by former WWE Superstar MVP (@The305MVP).

Rapper Records “PIPE BOMB” Song Featuring Clips From CM Punk Promo

Topics discussed:

– MVP is considering a return to WWE

– His thoughts having watched RAW for the first time in a long time, particularly thoughts on Tensai and how he wishes North American fans could have seen his time as Giant Bernard in Japan

– An idea he had while in WWE for he, John Cena and R-Truth to form a stable and Vince McMahon’s response

Video (includes topics above) is 2:58 seconds, includes link to full 30 minute interview:

Steve Austin Calls CM Punk A Piece Of Trash, Daivari Chokes Out Crazy Person

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– WWE Hall of Famer “Stone Cold” Steve Austin responded to CM Punk talking about him on Monday’s WWE RAW. Austin, who is currently in Mexico filming Season 2 of his reality show “Redneck Island,” tweeted this after RAW:

– Former WWE Star Shawn Daivari tells TMZ.com that he saved a train full of people in Minneapolis after an unruly passenger began shouting racial slurs and threatened to kill everybody on board. Daivari says multiple people pressed the emergency button on the train, but nothing happened.

Davari told TMZ that he took matters into his own hands by throwing the guy down to the ground, putting him in a rear naked choke hold and threw him off the train at the next top. A witness who was on the train says the man peed his pants while being choked out by Davari.

The Metro Transit Rail told TMZ, “Metro Transit police responded after being alerted by the train operator to a fight on board. The investigation is ongoing.”

 

Mick Foley’s New Book Released, Biggest Lumberjack In WWE History & More

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– Mick Foley’s new book, “A Most Mizerable Christmas,” is in stores today. Amazon.com has the book for just $11.

– Brock Lesnar is today’s Superstar Spotlight on WWE.com.

– WWE Diva Lilian Garcia recorded an episode of The Nick & Artie Show yesterday. It’s now airing on DirecTV’s Audience channel.

– WWE is now advertising the “Biggest Lumberjack Match in WWE History” for the October 22nd RAW taping from the Izod Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Also announced for the show are CM Punk vs. John Cena and Sheamus vs. Big Show is now a Last Man Standing match.

Paul Heyman & Others Respond To WWE’s “Paul Heyman Guys” List

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TNA announcer and ECW Original Taz tweeted the following message in response to being left off WWE’s recent “Top 10 Paul Heyman Guys” list that was posted on Monday night:

https://twitter.com/officialtaz/status/252971684456456192

Heyman responded to Taz:

Joey Styles, who was on the list as a Paul Heyman guy, followed up with:

https://twitter.com/joeystyles/status/253151978639740928

Jim Ross Comments On His Appreciation Night, Big WWE Office Departure

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– WWE had a major office departure this week, as Ann Russo-Gordon is no longer with the company. She was in charge of WWE’s Wellness Policy and coordinating rehabilitation treatment for current and former talents. No word yet on why she left but the belief is that she quit.

– Jim Ross tweeted these messages regarding the Jim Ross Appreciation Night celebration that took place after Monday’s RAW went off the air:

WWE.com also has an exclusive video up with Jim Ross talking about what his Appreciation Night means to him. You can view that here.

SmackDown Taping Preview, Big Show Talks About Monday’s Debate, WWE-OKC

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– It was announced at Monday’s RAW that WWE will return to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on on Tuesday, February 26th, 2013 for a SmackDown taping.

– Big Show tweeted this following Monday night’s World Championship Debate with Sheamus and Booker T:

– Tonight’s WWE SmackDown tapings will take place from the BOK Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

WWE will tape the premiere episode of the new WWE Main Event show prior to SmackDown, including a Champion vs. Champion match featuring CM Punk vs. Sheamus and a Tag Team Tournament match, with Zack Ryder and Santino Marella facing Justin Gabriel and Tyson Kidd.

For SmackDown, the tournament will continue, with Kofi Kingston and R-Truth facing the Prime Time Players, Darren Young and Titus O’Neil.

* News On RYBACK Feuding With CM Punk, CENA Out Longer Than Expected & More

Video Of Vince McMahon’s Speech From Jim Ross Appreciation Night

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WWE Chairman Vince McMahon showed his appreciation for Jim Ross after Monday’s RAW, giving one hell of a speech for his longtime employee. You can see video of the speech at WWE.com.

McMahon said nobody appreciates JR more than he does and said he’s the best play-by-play man in wrestling history – even better than Ross’ idol, Gordon Solie.

He told an incredible story that Jim Ross is so dedicated to his job that one time, he passed a kidney stone at ringside during a WWE pay-per-view.

He is the most dedicated worker in the history of the business. Jim Ross has been one of the He would, and has done anything & everything for WWE over the years. He is a part of Americana.

For all their ups and downs over the years, for all the absurd, embarrassing moments Jim Ross has had to endure at the whims of Vince McMahon, perhaps the most touching moment came when McMahon said, “Jim Ross is an American icon and my friend.”

Bill Watts & Danny Hodge Celebrate Jim Ross, Team Hell No T-Shirt, Punk-Cabana

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– The WWEShop website is selling a new t-shirt for the WWE Tag Team Champions, Team Hell No with the tag line, “Hugging Is All The Rage.” You can buy it here.

– WWE Champion CM Punk will share some of his most entertaining stories Wednesday at the ComedySportz Theatre in Lakeview and then watch as the ComedySportz improv group acts them out. The event will be hosted by fellow wrestler and ComedySportz alum Colt Cabana and will benefit the Sam Thompson Memorial Fund. For more information, visit ChicagoTribune.com.

– WWE Hall of Famer Bill Watts and wrestling legend Danny Hodge were among the people who took part in the Jim Ross Appreciation Night ceremony after Monday’s WWE RAW. WWE cameras caught up with both of them after the show ended, which you can view at WWE.com.

Batista’s New MMA Opponent Officially Announced (Press Release)

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(Los Angeles, CA – October 1, 2012) — Due to an unforeseen incident, Rashid Evans has officially pulled out of the highly anticipated fight with former WWE superstar DAVE BAUTISTA set for October 6th. The scheduled fight will go on as planned with Vince Lucero stepping in to take Evans’ place as Bautista’s debut MMA opponent. The fight remains scheduled for 8 PM ET/5 PM PT at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center in Providence, Rhode Island with Cesar Gracie as the play by play announcer.

Picture of Batista’s New Opponent For His MMA Debut Saturday Night

The six time WWE World Champion is not going to let this small set back stop him from realizing his long time dream of making the move to Mixed Martial Arts. The Bautista camp is business as usual, continuing with his grueling pre-fight training determined to make Dave’s debut fight a successful one, regardless of who ends up in the opposite corner at the starting bell.

Vince Lucero, a 40 year old MMA veteran has an impressive number of fights behind him with 42 professional bouts and 11 KOs. Fights include two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Tim Sylvia, whom he fought less than two years ago, former UFC heavyweight contenders Justin Eilers, Homer Moore and Christian Wellisch, Strikeforce veteran Ruben Villareal and former World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) contender Jimmy Ambriz in addition to fighting for the Bellator Fighting Championships in 2011. The sheer experience under Lucero’s belt is sure to make him a formidable opponent for Bautista’s debut fight.

Tickets for this highly anticipated fight are available now at www.ticketmaster.com. The fight is also available on DirecTV Pay Per View (that will include a free 7PM ET preshow) and worldwide live streamed with full screen HD by Vividas starting at 9PM ET at www.bautistamma.com for $29.95. The show, titled “Real Pain,” is presented by Jimmy Burchfield’s Classic Entertainment & Sports in association with June Entertainment and 4zero1 Entertainment Group. Real Pain features 14 bouts, including four former Ultimate Fighting Championships (UFC) contenders.

Bautista, 43, will also star in the upcoming November 2nd Quentin Tarantino blockbuster, The Man With the Iron Fists as the aptly named Brass Body. Fans can catch full interviews with Bautista, see the undercard lineups, the official The Man with the Iron Fists trailer, and watch the title fight streaming live at www.bautistamma.com.

Team 3D’s Wrestling School Raises $7,000 To Help Fight Breast Cancer

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The following press release was issued today announcing that Bully Ray and Devon’s wrestling academy in Florida has raised more than $7,000 to fight breast cancer:

Team 3D Academy and “Hope for a Single Mom” Fight To End Breast Cancer

Melbourne, Florida – October 2 2012 –The Team 3D Academy of Professional Wrestling and Sports Entertainment is proud to announce that along with “Hope for a Single Mom” they were able to raise more than $7,000 to help in the fight against breast cancer.

On September 8, 2012, Devon Hughes, p/k/a Devon Dudley in WWE and Brother Devon in TNA, teamed with “Hope for a Single Mom” in order to put on a family friendly wrestling show at Viera High School in Melbourne, FL. All proceeds from the show went towards the “Hope for a Single Mom” charity. The show featured talent from QWEST Pro wrestling, a top independent wrestling promotion in Florida, which showcases many of the Team 3D academy students.

The “Hope for a Single Mom” charity was started 2 years ago. Every year, the two founders and the people at Breast Friends of Florida choose a single mother to raise money for in order to help with medical and other expenses that have been incurred to lost income while battling cancer.

Devon is a 23 time World Tag Team champion along with his long time tag team partner, Bubba/Bully Ray, holding championships in every major organization in North America, including TNA, WWE, ECW, WCW, NWA as well as Japan. They are the most decorated team in the history of Professional Wrestling.

The Team 3D Academy was opened in May of 2007 and prides itself on having trained some of the best young talent in professional wrestling today, having students signed to WWE Developmental contracts, TNA Gut Check, Ring of Honor (ROH), and Zero-1 Japan.

The Team 3D Academy, located in Kissimmee, FL, is under an open enrollment policy and is always accepting new students. All interested in joining the Team 3D Academy may visit www.team3dacademy.com and also on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Team-3D-Academy-of-Professional-Wrestling/. All SERIOUS applicants may schedule a preliminary appointment by calling (407) 390-9005.

Vince McMahon, Triple H and Others Honor Jim Ross After Raw, Champion vs. Champion Match Takes Place

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Following Monday’s Raw broadcast in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, a Champion vs. Champion match took place, replacing the advertised match between CM Punk and John Cena. Cena did not appear at the show since he is still recovering from arm surgery two weeks ago.

World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus faced WWE Champion CM Punk. The Celtic Warrior won by disqualification after being struck by Punk with the WWE Championship.

After the match, Vince McMahon appeared before the live audience to resume Jim Ross Appreciation Night. The WWE chief kindly spoke of Ross, dubbing him the best announcer ever, “including Gordon Solie,” and noted his dedication to the business, from recruiting talent to “joining a certain club” in Oklahoma City.

Triple H then appeared and made remarks similar to McMahon. He stated that “every boy in the back” wants J.R. to call his match. He then brought out Danny Hodge and Bill Watts, who spoke kindly of their friend. Pre-recorded messages from Jerry “The King” Lawler and University of Oklahoma football head coach Bob Stoops then aired on the TitanTron.

Triple H was then joined by the locker room, who gave Ross a standing ovation. Sheamus presented Ross with a glass sculpture declaring Ross as the “Voice of WWE.” The crowd chanted “Thank You J.R.” and he became teary-eyed.

Ross gave a speech about being a fat kid from Oklahoma who worked nineteen years to get to the top of his game and encouraged all kids staying out late on a school night to follow their dreams and passionately do what they love.

(source: F4WOnline.com)

Wade Barrett Competes On “WWE Superstars”, WWE Premieres Latest Fozzy Music Video, Lilian Garcia

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– As seen Monday on Raw, Wade Barrett complained to program General Manager AJ Lee about not competing on the show. He did wrestle earlier as he faced Tyson Kidd in a match taped for this week’s episode of WWE Superstars.

In a second match taped for the show, David Otunga took on Michael McGillicutty in a battle of former Nexus members.

– As reported earlier, one of the theme songs for WWE Hell in a Cell is “Sandpaper,” the lead single off of the Chris Jericho–fronted metal band Fozzy’s latest album, “Sin and Bones.” The song’s music video premiered tonight on WWE.com.

– WWE ring announcer Lilian Garcia appears on The Nick and Artie Show tonight, which airs at 1:00 a.m. on DirecTV’s Audience Network.

– Mexican professional wrestler and WCW alumnus El Dandy turns 50-years-old on Tuesday.

WWE Names Eight Stars “Who Weren’t Supposed To Make It”, New Dolph Ziggler T-Shirt Released, Lilian Garcia

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– The official WWE website has published an article highlighting eight past and present WWE Superstars “who weren’t supposed to make it.”

“Then there is another breed of WWE Superstar, altogether. These are the Superstars for whom WWE glory was anything but a given. For a variety of reasons — ranging from health setbacks to unfair stigmas — these Superstars were, at one point or another, cast aside and written off “unlikely,” writer John Clapp states. “Determined to prove themselves, these underdogs and overachievers refused to quit, no matter what the naysayers said. They all have unique stories, and the trajectories of their careers are far from ordinary. These are the Superstars who shouldn’t have made it.”

Those listed include Daniel Bryan, Tommy Dreamer, The Miz, Mikey Whipwreck, William Regal, Zach Gowen, Steve Blackman and Mick Foley.

– As seen on Raw tonight, Dolph Ziggler debuted a T-Shirt that reads “Stealing The Show.” The shirt is available on WWEShop.com, and also comes in Youth and Women’s styles.

SmackDown ring announcer Lilian Garcia performed the national anthem prior to Sunday’s New York Jets game at MetLife Stadium. The Diva also gave a halftime show in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Day. WireImage.com has published photos of her appearance.

SmackDown Draws Lowest Rating Since July, New Daniel Bryan and Kane T-Shirts Released, Jim Neidhart

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– The Sept. 28 episode of WWE SmackDown drew a 1.83 cable rating, down from 1.95 rating the week before. The program averaged 2.625 million viewers over the course of two hours, down from 2.861 million viewers the week prior.

The 1.83 figure the program’s lowest rating since July 13. This comes days after Raw drew its lowest rating of the year.

WWEShop.com has released two Daniel Bryan and Kane Authentic T-Shirts. One shirt depicts Bryan as a goat and Kane as a bear, and the shirt comes in red and states “I AM THE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS.”

– The official WWE website has published photos of various Superstars and Divas donning pink ribbons to show their support for Susan G. Komen for the Cure, kicking off breast cancer awareness month.

– Former WWE Superstar Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart appears at the Frank & Son Collectible Show 19649 San Jose Ave. City of Industry, California this Saturday from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

(source: ProWrestling.net)

JBL On RAW Next Week, Tag Match On Main Event, SmackDown Match For Friday

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– WWE announced on RAW that former WWE champion JBL will be returning next week. He’ll likely be joining Michael Cole and Jim Ross on commentary.

– Zack Ryder and Santino Marella will face Justin Gabriel and Tyson Kidd in a tag team tournament match on Wednesday’s WWE Main Event television show. The winning team advances to face Rhodes and Sandow in the semi-finals.

Already announced for the premiere of Main Event is WWE Champion CM Punk vs. World Heavyweight champion Sheamus.

– The Prime Time Players will face Kofi Kingston and R-Truth in a tag team tournament match that will air on Friday’s Smackdown. The winners face Rey Mysterio and Sin Cara in the semi-finals.

* Pictures of BATISTA’s New MMA Opponent VINCE LUCERO

Batista’s New MMA Opponent, Top Paul Heyman Guys, Kelly Kelly Photo Shoot

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– Paul Heyman’s HeymanHustle.com has an exclusive photo shoot with Barbie Blank – formerly Kelly Kelly, in her first post-WWE project. She and UFC fighters Ryan Bader and Gray Maynard shot an ad campaign with the Let It Fly energy drink.

– Paul Heyman has written a column for WWE.com looking at his “Top Ten” Heyman guys, including Steve Austin, Rick Rude and Mick Foley.

– Batista’s new opponent for his MMA debut this Saturday night is Vince Lucero. He is a former IFL fighter with a 22-22 record. There are various reports going around about why Batista’s original opponent, Rashid Evans, was pulled from the fight, including injury and an arrest for a parole violation [TMZ]. Here’s a picture of Batista’s opponent this Saturday, Vince Lucerno:

[image credit: Sherdog.com]

Tonight’s Raw May Set Record Low Audience, Hell in a Cell Theme A Fozzy Song, WWE In Poland, Edge Appearance

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– There has been a lot of talk this week within WWE that tonight’s Raw broadcast may be the least watched non-holiday episode in fifteen years. Facing stiff competition in Monday Night Football on ESPN, last week’s show had the fewest viewers since July 4, 2011 and was the smallest audience for a non-holiday episode in over five years. The Green Bay Packers-Seattle Seahawks game did 16.167 million viewers, and tonight’s game between the Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears is expected to eclipse that figure.

– One of the theme songs for WWE Hell in a Cell is “Sandpaper,” the lead single off of the Chris Jericho–fronted metal band Fozzy’s latest album, “Sin and Bones.” The music video for “Sandpaper” will premiere tonight on WWE.com.

– The official WWE website has announced that a live event will take place in Lodz, Poland at Atlas Arena on Saturday, April 27, 2013. John Cena, CM Punk, Rey Mysterio and The Miz will headline the event.

– Adam “Edge” Copeland and Tommy Dreamer appear at Dave and Busters 325 N Columbus Blvd. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania this Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Click here to view the event flyer.

(source: F4WOnline.com)

CM Punk Appears In THQ’s “WWE ’13” TV Commercial, Brittney Savage Tries Out For WWE

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– Brittney Savage, who has competed for numerous Northeast-based independent wrestling promotions, was among those trying out for WWE at an evaluation session in Tampa, Florida over the weekend. She has appeared for WWE in the past as an enhancement wrestler as she lost to Beth Phoenix on the November 6, 2009 episode of SmackDown. She also competed in a tag team with AJ Lee when the now-popular Diva was an independent wrestler. The Raw General Manager wished Savage well in her tryout, tweeting, “Go kick some ass.”

– THQ has released a 30-second television commercial for WWE ’13, slated for release in North America on Oct. 30. WWE Champion CM Punk is featured in the spot as he proclaims that “The revolution is coming.”

John Layfield Not Appearing On Raw Tonight, Zack Ryder’s New T-Shirt, Lilian Garcia, WWE In PA

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– John “Bradshaw” Layfield, who was successful in scaling the tallest mountain in Africa last week, Mount Kilimanjaro, stated on Twitter that he will not be commentating tonight’s Raw broadcast.

After joking today that was awaiting his plane in Africa to head to tonight’s show, he clarified, “Not trying to ‘work’ anyone. I’m NOT at Raw tonight. In middle of Africa. Space shuttle is retired, like me, but it couldn’t get me there.”

– Zack Ryder tweeted a photo Monday of his new T-Shirt, a purple V-Neck featuring a drawing of Ryder-style sunglasses.

SmackDown ring announcer Lilian Garcia performed the national anthem prior to Sunday’s New York Jets game at MetLife Stadium. The Diva also gave a halftime show in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Day. The official WWE website has published photos of her appearance.

– WWE will hold a Raw and SmackDown SuperShow on Saturday, Dec. 15 in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania at Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza. Talent advertised to appear include John Cena, CM Punk, Randy Orton, Sheamus, Big Show and Daniel Bryan.

Kane’s 15th Anniversary In WWE, Final 2012 SmackDown Taping, Dolph Ziggler In NYC, Brock Lesnar

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– This week marks the 15th anniversary of Kane’s debut in WWE. To celebrate, the official WWE website takes a look back at one moment from each year of his career, including setting The Undertaker’s casket on fire and breaking up the wedding of Edge and Lita. (Article)

– The final SmackDown taping of 2012 takes place Sunday, Dec. 30 at The Richmond Coliseum in Richmond, Virginia.

– According to WrestlingFigs.com, Dolph Ziggler has been announced to appear at the New York Comic Con on Saturday at the Javits Center 655 W. 34th St. New York, New York. Other wrestling stars appearing at the four-day event beginning Thursday includes Booker T (Saturday), Angelina Love, Velvet Sky, the former Bella Twins, Rosita (Saturday and Sunday), “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan (Saturday and Sunday), Vader (Thursday and Sunday), Brutus “The Barber” Beefcake, Greg “The Hammer” Valentine and Kevin Nash (Friday and Sunday).

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