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Plans For Sheamus vs. Del Rio, Video Interview With Tensai & More

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– The controversial finish of the Sheamus vs. Alberto Del Rio match at SummerSlam, with the referee counting the 3-count despite Del Rio’s foot being on the bottom rope, was the planned finish all along. This was done to set up a rematch for the World Heavyweight title at September’s Night of Champions pay-per-view, according to f4wonline.com

– WWE and the Save Mart Center in Fresno have announced the following promotion for the first 1,000 cars to arrive at tonight’s WWE RAW:

“The first 1,000 vehicles to arrive at the Save Mart Center in Fresno for the Monday Night Raw Supershow on August 20, 2012 will receive free event parking. Additionally, the first 1,000 fans to arrive outside of the Save Mart Center between 3:30 and 4:30 pm can claim a $10 WWE merchandise gift card, which can be redeemed at any of the WWE merchandise booths throughout the building.”

– WWE Superstar Tensai spoke to theScore’s Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) over the weekend at SummerSlam Axxess and talked about how the Tensai character came about and how its still a work in progress, his response to fans chanting “Albert” and a hobby he shares with Aftermath analyst Jimmy Korderas!

Match Cut From SummerSlam Pay-Per-View, Multiple Fans Collapse At Axxess, Mike Tyson

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– Brodus Clay and Damien Sandow, who have been feuding on WWE programming in recent weeks, were scheduled to face off at SummerSlam but their match was nixed due to time constraints.

Both the WWE Championship and WWE Tag Team Championship bouts were shortened due to time constraints because the production team wanted to make sure there would be enough time for the aftermath of the Triple H vs. Brock Lesnar bout since The Game’s farewell scene will play a vital role in storylines going forward.

– According to a fan account of WWE’s SummerSlam Axxess festivities in Los Angeles, California on Saturday, EMTs tended to numerous attendees who had fainted or collapsed at the event due to the extreme heat. There were few shaded areas and WWE did not provide water.

– Mike Tyson, who was on hand for the SummerSlam festivities to promote THQ’s upcoming WWE ’13 video game, was noted by a WWE talent as the happiest person at the events. The boxing great considers himself a huge wrestling fan, as he reveals in this article.

(sources: PWInsider.com, ProWrestling.net)

WWE Reports Triple H’s Arm Was Broken At SummerSlam

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WWE.com is reporting that Triple H suffered a broken arm at the hands of Brock Lesnar at WWE SummerSlam. An article at WWE.com speculates that Triple H’s arm was broken by Lesnar’s Kimura lock and also states:

“It has also been released that The King of Kings broke his left arm in the same place that he did when Brock attacked him of the April 30 episode of Raw, an assault that lit the fuse on their tremendous rivalry. Although Triple H had initially refused medical attention last night, an examination this morning confirmed the severity of the injury.”

Lesnar and Paul Heyman will open tonight’s RAW at 8PM EST.

More On Fred Durst’s SummerSlam Incident, Cody Rhodes Ready To Main Event?

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– Kevin Dunn, WWE’s Executive Vice President of Television Production, reportedly went ballistic on Limp Bizkit singer Fred Durst at SummerSlam for flashing the middle finger when he was shown at ringside last night, according to f4wonline.com. WWE reportedly blurred out the middle finger on some delayed PPV feeds and the replays of the show.

– WWE superstar Ezekiel Jackson noted on Twitter that he watched WWE SummerSlam from a Hooters restaurant.

– During an interview with theScore’s Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) over the weekend in Los Angeles, WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes graded his Intercontinental title run and talked about what’s next for him, whether or not he is ready for the main event and an interesting revelation about “Dashing” Cody Rhodes’ grooming tips.

Tensai Translates The Japanese Characters On His Face, Sunny Offering Support

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– Speaking to WWE Magazine, Tensai admits to being disillusioned when he restarted his pro graps career in Japan in 2005 after being released from his WWE contract the previous year.

“Truthfully, when I came to Japan from WWE for the first time, I wasn’t enjoying what I had always dreamt that I’d be doing. I thought I was doing the right thing with WWE the first time around, but I wasn’t,” Tensai said. “I was really down on the whole thing, and then I got an offer in Japan. It was always on my bucket list. So first I toured there and had my first match with Kensuke, who was a really well-respected individual in Japan. It was just awesome. It reminded me that I love what I do. I want to be one of the best big guys to come out of Japan. I know I finally have the respect of the people that I’ve worked with, and that’s what matters.”

Tensai also translates the Japanese characters that appear on his face: “They state a variety of things, such as, “Destruction Is Coming” and “Beware Of Tensai,” as well as “Be Afraid, Very Afraid.” But if you’re close enough to read them, it’s probably too late.”

– As reported over the weekend, WWE Hall of Famer Tammy “Sunny” Sytch will check out of her WWE-sponsored rehabilitation program on Thursday. She then plans to offer support toward individuals fighting substance abuse with a support group page on Facebook.

She wrote on her account, “On thursday when I get out of Rehab, I will be starting a new fb group page : SUNNY’S SUPPORT GROUP! Ive gotten so much help and support from Silver Hill Rehab and people, it’s my turn to help others in recovery or on the road to recovery….everyone is welcome!”

RAW Preview: SummerSlam Fallout, Lesnar & Triple H Opening The Show, HBK

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Tonight’s WWE RAW takes place from the Save Mart Center in Fresno, California and will feature fallout from Sunday’s SummerSlam pay-per-view.

It’s been announced that the opening segment of tonight’s RAW will feature Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman talking about Lesnar’s win over Triple H at SummerSlam.

WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels tweeted that he may appear via satellite to address Triple H losing to Brock Lesnar:

Khloe Kardashian will be tonight’s Social Media Ambassador.

WWE.com’s “Five Point Preview” is teasing the following for tonight:

– Brock Changes The Game: Lesnar & Heyman will open RAW – will Triple H be in any condition to confront Lesnar?

– CM Punk: Respect His Hustle: Punk delivered on his promise to retain the WWE title. What will John Cena’s reaction be?

– Highway Robbery, Fella: Alberto Del Rio will react to his controversial loss to Sheamus at SummerSlam.

– Has The Y2J Problem Been Solved? The next chapter in the Dolph Ziggler vs. Chris Jericho feud.

– Anger Leads to Hate, Hate Leads to Suffering: After Daniel Bryan defeated Kane at SummerSlam, Kane destroyed WWE announcer Josh Matthews backstage. What does AJ Lee have in store for Kane?

Advertised locally is John Cena vs. Big Show in a no-disqualification match.

Official Website For Batista’s Upcoming Film, Former WWE Diva Joins Twitter, Maryse Ouellet

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– The official website for The Man with the Iron Fists, featuring former WWE talent Dave “Batista” Bautista in a starring role, has been launched at IronFists.com.

Bautista appears as a hulking character named Brass Body. The synopsis for the film, which will be released theatrically on November 2, reads, “In feudal China, a blacksmith who makes weapons for a small village is put in the position where he must defend himself and his fellow villagers.”

– Former WWE Women’s Champion Jazz is now on Twitter at twitter.com/Phenom_Jazz. The former WWE Diva continues to compete years after leaving the spotlight as she appears for multiple women’s wrestling promotions.

– Maryse Ouellet appears at the Frank & Son Collectible Show 19649 San Jose Ave. City of Industry, California. 91748 on Saturday, October 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

– Matt Hardy and Reby Sky appear at Park East 3352Rt 35 Hazlet, New Jersey today from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. More information is available here.

Plans For The Rock vs. John Cena Rematch, More Celebs At Summerslam & More

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– The Antonio Cesaro vs. Santino Marella US Title match that took place prior to SummerSlam was considered for the main card, but WWE decided the match would help viewership for the pre-show and went with that plan instead. WWE remains high on Antonio Cesaro and he is in line for a solid push this fall.

– Former WWE women’s wrestler Jazz has joined Twitter and can be followed at @Phenom_Jazz.

– Other celebrities in attendance for SummerSlam were LA Angels pitcher CJ Wilson and actor Eric Stonestreet (“Modern Family”).

– Another match between The Rock and John Cena will almost certainly take place, with Vince McMahon pushing for the re-match to take place at WrestleMania 29 next year. Despite last year’s marketing that the match was “Once In a Lifetime,” it made WrestleMania 28 the most profitable show in WWE history and there is likely a lot more money to be made with that feud.

(Partial Source: f4wonline.com)

Evan Bourne Injury Update, SummerSlam Axxess Match Results & More

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– Evan Bourne tweeted the following update over the weekend regarding his injure foot:

Bourne noted recently that he’s been doing physical therapy and lifting weights in preparation for his eventual return.

– WWE dropping the word “Supershow” from WWE RAW was a last-minute decision made over the weekend prior to that week’s show, according to f4wonline.com.

– The following are results from the matches that took place at WWE’s SummerSlam Axxess fan fest:

* Michael McGillicutty defeated Heath Slater
* Brodus Clay defeated Johnny Curtis
* Tamina defeated Aksana
* The Prime Time Players defeated The Usos.

Brooke Hogan’s In-Ring Debut, Kurt Angle’s Baby To Be Born Tuesday & More

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– Brooke Hogan might make her in-ring debut at TNA Bound For Glory, according to a report at f4wonline.com. TNA officials are currently discussing the possibility of Brooke Hogan wrestling Madison Rayne at Bound For Glory in October. If Brooke does wrestle at Bound For Glory, the company could use her for media appearances to generate some mainstream press in the days leading up to the show.

– Members of Aces & Eights, TNA’s masked group of attackers, are now appearing at TNA live events. A member of the group attacked James Storm on Friday night and Jeff Hardy on Saturday night.

– Kurt Angle tweeted on Monday that his new baby will be born on Tuesday:

Jericho Almost Didn’t Make It To SummerSlam, Prime Time Players Vow To Be Champions

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– Among the WWE-related trems that trended worldwide on Twitter on Sunday night were SummerSlam, Brock Lesnar, Triple H, Stephanie McMahon, Walls of Jericho, Zig Zag, Intercontinental title, Scott Armstrong, Michael Cole, Kevin Rudolph, Justin Roberts and more.

– Following their loss to Kofi Kingston and R-Truth at SummerSlam, Titus O’Neil and Darren Young spoke to the WWE website. The Prime Time Players vowed to come back stronger next time and become the next WWE Tag Team Champions.

– Chris Jericho almost didn’t make it to the Staples Center in Los Angeles in time for Sunday’s SummerSlam PPV. Jericho’s band Fozzy layed in Little Rock, Arkansas on Saturday night and then his flight to Los Angeles was canceled. Jericho wound up driving from Little Rock to Memphis, Tennessee and then flew from Mephis to Los Angeles in time for SummerSlam.

Who Was Backstage At SummerSlam, Update On Charlie Sheen Working With WWE

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– WWE Hall of Famers Steve Austin and Mike Tyson were among the notable names backstage at Sunday’s WWE SummerSlam pay-per-view from Los Angeles. Steve Austin iss till recovering from recent knee surgery and joked that fans should not expect any run-ins from him during the PPV.

Diamond Dallas Page was also backstage at the show and attended Mick Foley’s post-SummerSlam comedy event with William Regal, Jim Ross and others. Charlie Sheen was not backstage at SummerSlam.

– Speaking of Charlie Sheen, both Sheen and WWE are interested in bringing him for a future pay-per-view, with WrestleMania 29 next April now looking like a possibility. WWE wanted to have Sheen appear at SummerSlam, both the two sides simply couldn’t get a deal finalized in time.

(Partial Source: PWInsider.com)

Del Rio Files Formal Complaint With Booker T, Big Show Frustrated & More

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– World Heavyweight champion Sheamus retained his title in controversial fashion at WWE SummerSlam. After hitting Alberto Del Rio in the head with Ricardo Rodriguez’ shoe, Sheamus pinned Del Rio 1-2-3. Del Rio had his foot on the ropes – but the referee didn’t see it and Sheamus was awarded the victory.

Del Rio has now filed a formal complaint with SmackDown General Manager Booker T. The WWE website spoke with referee Mike Chioda and he admitted the mistake. Booker T will address the situation on Friday’s SmackDown, which will likely lead to a rematch.

– Santino Marella tweeted the following message after losing the WWE United States title to Antonio Cesaro at SummerSlam:

– WWE caught up with the Big Show after he came up short in the Triple Threat match for the WWE championship at SummerSlam. Big Show said it was unfair that CM Punk and John Cena double teamed him and says he wants a singles match for the WWE title.

Ziggler Demands Rematch With Jericho (Video), Bret Hart Congratulates CM Punk

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– WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart praised WWE Champion CM Punk for his performance at Sunday’s SummerSlam pay-per-view. Hart wrote on Twitter:

Punk responded:

Punk paid tribute to Bret Hart at SummerSlam by wearing pink and black tights during his WWE title defense.

– Chris Jericho spoke to WWE.com after defeating Dolph Ziggler at WWE SummerSlam and said doesn’t believe their rivalry is over. Jericho said he is looking forward to hearing what Ziggler had to say after their match – which didn’t take long.

Following his loss to Chris Jericho at SummerSlam, Dolph Ziggler posted a Tout video demanding a rematch.

“Congratulations Chris, you finally won the big one. I say it was a fluke, and I’m not asking, I’m DEMANDING a rematch.”

Fred Durst Kicked Out Of SummerSlam For Obscene Gesture, Sunny’s Post-Rehab Show

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– Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst was escorted out of the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California, the venue for WWE’s SummerSlam pay-per-view event Sunday night, by security personnel after flipping the bird while being shown live on camera prior to the main event match-up between Brock Lesnar and Triple H.

Durst, however, is denying that he was kicked out of the venue. He wrote on Twitter, “I was leaving to beat the traffic! Haha, security escorting me out?? WWE is family. hahaha. Is this really a rumor? Amazing. My boys at WWE are cracking up! Note- never leave early to beat traffic!”

The message was quickly deleted.

– As reported over the weekend, WWE Hall of Famer Tammy “Sunny” Sytch will check out of her WWE-sponsored rehabilitation program on Thursday. She is immediately jumping back into the world of wrestling as she has been announced to appear for Whaling City Wrestling’s “Summer Bash” event taking place Saturday at 7:00 p.m. at VFW Post 2892, Fairhaven, Massachusetts.

She wrote on Facebook Sunday, “Come see me next Saturday in Mass!!! It’s my first show straight out of Rehab…be there!!! me, Damien Darling and Marty Jannetty will be ROADTRIPPING!!!”

Rosa Mendes Appears At SummerSlam, A.W. Sign Confiscated (Video), Attendance

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– Rosa Mendes returned at SummerSlam as she was among the WWE Divas joining in multi-platinum recording artist Kevin Rudolf’s performance of the pay-per-view theme song, “Don’t Give Up,” live at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California.

Following a flight from Las Vegas, Nevada to San Antonio, Texas on August 5, Mendes, whose real name is Milena Roucka, contacted the San Antonio Police Department to file battery charges against boyfriend and former WWE talent Steven Slocum for an apparent domestic issue that took place prior to her flight. Police on the scene took photos of Roucka’s body, which showed scratches and bruising from the incident. Roucka was absent from Raw the following night and was presumably given time off to recover from the ordeal.

– A fan’s sign reading “AW should be here” was held up during the main event of SummerSlam and immediately confiscated by a WWE production staffer.

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– The announced attendance for WWE’s twenty-fifth annual SummerSlam at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California was 17,482.

Title Change During SummerSlam Pre-Show, Lilian Garcia Releases EP Album, Byron Saxton

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– Antonio Cesaro knocked off Santino Marella in the SummerSlam 2012 Pre-Show to capture the WWE United States Championship. The match concluded with Aksana distracting Marella, opening Cesaro to plant the Raw Superstar with the Neutralizer.

Marella’s loss concludes his five-and-a-half-month championship reign that started on the March 5 episode of Raw.

– Lilian Garcia’s new, extended play (EP) album, “My Time,” is now out on iTunes. The six track follow-up to her 2007 premiere album, “¡Quiero Vivir,” is primarily English based, with five of the songs being produced by Grammy-Nominated Producer Oh, Hush! and one by Grammy-Award winners George Noriega and Tim Mitchell. Among the tracks is remake of Coldplay’s “Fix You.”

– WWE developmental wrestler Byron Saxton turns 31-years-old on Monday.

CM Punk Extends Two PPV Streaks At SummerSlam, A.W. Reacts To “Kobe Bryant” Chants, Jim Ross

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– CM Punk’s WWE Championship victory over John Cena and Big Show Sunday at SummerSlam extended two pay-per-view streaks. His win marked as his ninth consecutive successful title defense on pay-per-view. However, despite his reign atop WWE, it was the eighth consecutive pay-per-view in which he did not defend the title in the main event.

– WWE Universe members didn’t waste any time in chanting “Kobe Bryant” during the WWE Tag Team Championship Match between Kofi Kingston, R-Truth and The Prime Time Players at SummerSlam in response to The Players’ manager A.W. being released following a Kobe Bryant rape joke on Raw weeks ago. A.W. was informed of the chants on Twitter and responded, “To all the fans that showed their support with the chants and tweets I really want to say “THANK YOU”!!! You guys are truly.. #UNSTOPPABLE!”

A.W. also reacted to WWE confiscating a sign at SummerSlam Axxess today that featured a printed screenshot of WWE chief Vince McMahon distorting his face in a backstage segment on Raw two months ago to ridicule Jim Ross’ facial paralysis: “That really sucks! People pay their hard earned money to show their support for @WWE and that’s how they get treated. #Bully.”

– Jim Ross took a swipe at WWE’s past pay-per-view efforts Sunday via Twitter, writing, “SummerSlam has been a ‘clean’ show devoid of bad attempts at humor or endless non wrestling content. Big money matches merit big $$ effort.”

WWE SUMMERSLAM 2012 RESULTS

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WWE Summerslam 2012 30-Minute Pre-Show

The “WWE: Then, Now & Forever” video ques up and the pre-show begins.  and Scott Stanford and Matt Striker welcome us to ringside as the camera pans around the arena. They go over tonight’s top matches, including the WWE Championship match – with CM Punk vs. John Cena vs. Big Show. A video package airs recapping the buildup to this match.

Josh Matthews is backstage and introduces the largest athlete on the planet, the Big Show. Big Show says tonight’s main event is not a triple threat. The only threat in this match is him. He’s not some Hollywood superhero – he’s a big nasty Giant. He’s a threat to CM Punk, John Cena and any man living today. He’ll obliterate them tonight and he will be the new WWE Champion.

United States Championship Match: Antonio Cesaro w/Aksana vs. Santino Marella

Cesaro is out first. Aksana introduces him as the future US Champion. Antonio Cesaro says he personifies Greatness and says the word Greatness in 5 different languages – English:, French Italian, German and Swiss. Santino’s music hits and he gets a big pump. Santino comes out and is fired up. He charges to the ring and points at Cesaro confidently.

Both men lock up and and Santino gets the upper hand. Cesaro back in control. He whips Santino into the ropes and Santino does his silly powerwalk to evade Cesaro’s attack. Cesaro in control as he throws Santino into the corner. Santino goes for the Cobra but Cesaro knocks him down before he can get the Cobra on. Cobra is outside the ring. Cesaro with a series of headbutts to Santino’s chest – 2 count. Cesaro dominating Santino on the mat, with a front crossface applied. Both men stand up and Cesaro lands a stiff European uppercut. Cesaro controlling Santino on top. Santino fighting to get to the ropes but Cesaro keeps pulling him back to the center of the ring. Santino kicks free and crawls to the corner again, trying to get the Cobra, which is now in the corner. Cesaro grabs the Cobra and rips it apart with his hands and teeth. Santino freaks out and goes on an offensive rampage. Hiptoss and Santino goes for fly flying headbutt, but nobody home. Cesaro goes for his Neutralizer but Santino flips him over. Santino takes another Cobra out of his shorts but gets distracted by Aksana. Cesaro nails him with the Neutralizer and we have a NEW WWE United States champion.

Winner and NEW United States Champion: Antonio Cesaro

After the match, Aksana whips out her cell phone and takes a picture of her and the new champion in the ring together.

Backstage, Triple H is taping up his fists and telling referee Scott Armstrong how important his match is tonight. This is bigger than “us” – it’s bigger than Triple H’s family, it’s bigger than the Armstrong family. He’s not asking Armstrong to bend the rules – but there’s not going to be a DQ tonight. This match ends one or two ways – somebody taps out or somebody gets pinned. That’s it. Armstrong shakes his head in agreement. Triple H says this is going to be a fight – a fight to the finish. “Let us fight.”

Scott Sanford and Matt Striker continue to run down the night’s top matches, including Chris Jericho vs. Dolph Ziggler, Kane vs. Daniel Bryan and Del Rio vs. Kane. Video package airs recapping the Del Rio vs. Kane angle. Sanford and Striker continue hyping the PPV, with Tout videos and Tweets shown of fans predicting the winner of Brock Lesnar vs. Triple H. Video package airs recapping the Lesnar vs. Triple H feud.

Up next … WWE SUMMERSLAM!

WWE SummerSlam 2012 PPV Results

The “WWE: Then, Now & Forever” video airs and then the Summerslam 2012 opening video, featuring clips from the unforgettable moments of the past 24 SummerSlam shows. A storm is near – the perfect storm. Clips of Brock Lesnar’s WWE career are shown and he’s called a force of nature focused on the annihilation of one man – Triple H. Clips are shown of the buildup to Lesnar vs. Triple H. Great video giving the final hype for tonight’s Perfect Storm.

Pyro goes off and we are live inside the Stapes Center. Michael Cole welcomes us to the Silver Anniversary of WWE SumemrSlam. 17, 482 WWE fans are on hand . Cole talks about the first-ever Summerslam in 1988, with the Mega Powers vs. the Mega Bucks main event.

Vickie Guerrero screams “Excuse Me” 3 times and the place goes nuts booing her. She introduces her boyfriend, the brightest star in WWE – Mr. Money in the Bank – Dolph Ziggler.

Dolph Ziggler vs. Chris Jericho:

A clip is shown from last month’s Money in the Bank PPV with Dolph Ziggler grabbing the briefcase. Lights go out and the crowd pops big time. Jericho is on stage in his light-up jacket his music hits. The crowd is very into his entrance, roaring as he walks to the ring. Jericho’s ribs are taped up after the viscous attack from Dolph Ziggler on Friday’s SmackDown.

Fast-paced start to the match with both men running hte ropes and landing a series of back and forth strikes. Big chop by Jericho and Dolph goes down. Jericho plays for the crowd and they eat it up. Jericho kicks Dolph while he’s down. Y2J chants. Ziggler goes for a suplex but it’s blocked. Ziggler lands a high knee lift on Jericho and now has the upper hand. 2 count for Ziggler. Loud Y2J chant. Ziggler working him over int he corner, but Jericho fights back, slaps  him in the face and chops him. Ziggler charges at Jericho, who throws him outside the ring. Vickie is outraged as Jericho is in control. Jericho jumps off the middle rope to the outside but Ziggler moves and nobody’s home. Ziggler in the ring as the referee starts counting. Ziggler jumps out and works Jericho over. 2 count.

Ziggler screams at Jericho, “You can’t hang with me!” as he continues to work him over. Nice dropkick to Jericho’s hip. 2 count. Ziggler applies a reverse-headlock submission hold. Ziggler in real control here as he puts his foot on Jericho’s chest and gloats for the crowd. Ziggler whips him into the ropes but Jericho hits a flying small package out of nowhere and get a 2 count. Ziggler misses a big Stinger splash into the corner and it takes a lot of out him. Jericho lands a dropkick to Ziggler’s head. Jericho shoulder-blocks Ziggler twice. Ziggler throws Jericho into the corner and hits a fame-asser. Jericho hits a big enziguri.

Ziggler jumps on Jericho’s back and applies a sleeper hold. He’s got in locked in for a minute or so. Jericho finally breaks free. Ziggler gets whipped into the corner. Jericho climbs the turnbuckle and delivers 10 punches to Ziggler’s head. Hurricanrana off the top rope. Jericho goes for the pin – 1 – 2 – no! Loud Y2J chant again and this is one hell of an opening match. Jericho and Ziggler slugging it out back and forth. Jericho hits a running bulldog, flexes for the crowd and goes for the lionsault – but Ziggler gets his knees up and Jericho’s hurting. Ziggler nails the Zig Zag and gets the 1-2-NO! Codebreaker! Ziggler rolls to the outside. Ziggler comes back in the ring, charges at Jericho but gets thrown into the corner. Jericho locks in the Walls of Jericho and the place is going crazy. Ziggler taps and the place explodes!

Winner by Submission: Chris Jericho

Commercial airs for Slim Jim Steakhouse strips. Footage is shown of downtown Los Angeles. At ringside, Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler hype Lesnar vs. Triple H. CNN television host Pierce Morgan is sitting directly behind them. Footage from RAW is shown of Brock Lesnar breaking Shawn Michaels’ arm. They show a tweet from Michaels saying he won’t be at SummerSlam.

Backstage, Matt Striker interviews Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman. Paul Heyman says he’s the advocate for the most destructive athlete in WWE history, Brrrrcok Lesnar. Tonight, Lesnar will break the spirit of WWE. Brock Lesnar tells Triple H this is a fight he can’t win. Paul Heyman says if Triple H ain’t down with that, he’s got two words for him –  TAP OUT.

WWE Hall of Famer Backstage At SummerSlam, WWE Confiscates Vince McMahon As Jim Ross Sign

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– WWE Hall of Famer Mike Tyson is backstage at tonight’s SummerSlam pay-per-view event at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. He has been in Los Angeles the past few days to promote THQ’s upcoming WWE ’13 video game, which features the legendary boxer as a playable wrestler.

– At today’s SummerSlam Axxess event at the Nokia Plaza at L.A. LIVE, a fan brought a sign reading “BE A STAR” and featuring a printed screenshot of WWE chief Vince McMahon distorting his face in a backstage segment on Raw two months ago to ridicule Jim Ross’ facial paralysis—it was confiscated by security.

The Wrestling Observer reported then that there was concern among WWE higher-ups over McMahon’s mean-spirited portrayal of Ross as it could blow up in the organization’s face if media outlets and Linda McMahon’s U.S. Senate competition caught wind of it. The Creative Coalition, which formed a multi-platform, nationwide anti-bullying alliance with WWE, “be a STAR,” would appear hypocritical by conducting business with an organization that practices what they preach against.

– Former WWF and WCW wrestler Tim Horner turns 53-years-old Sunday.

(source: PWInsider.com)

Stephanie McMahon Gains More Creative Control, ‘Macho Madness” Video Preview, Dolph Ziggler

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– The official website of WWE Corporate has updated Stephanie McMahon’s bio and it is noted that as Executive Vice President of Creative, her duties have expanded to overseeing the creative development of all WWE print, digital and social media content, in addition to the writing process for television and pay-per-view programming. She is also listed as a member of the Board of Directors for the social media company, Tout, Inc., which WWE has invested in.

Also, she is being referred again by her maiden name Stephanie McMahon, rather than Stephanie McMahon Levesque.

– WWE pays tribute to “Macho Man” Randy Savage all September on WWE Classics On Demand with “Macho Madness.” WWE has released a video teaser with the following synopsis: “All September, it’s “Macho Madness” on WWE Classics On Demand. From iconic matches to unforgettable interviews, relive all the pomp and circumstance from the legendary career of “Macho Man” Randy Savage.”

– Dolph Ziggler is today’s featured Superstar on WWE.com. “The Showoff” will square off against Chris Jericho tonight at SummerSlam.

Jim Ross Blogs His Predictions For Tonight’s WWE SummerSlam PPV

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WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog at JRsBarBQ.com with his predictions for tonight’s WWE SummerSlam PPV:

Brock Lesnar vs. Triple H: “Really anxious for HHH-Lesnar. Very personal issue. Won’t be a pretty match..nothing fancy. I see physicality, aggression & a battle of wills. HHH might be the best game planner ever. He’ll need it. Don’t think Brock will make same mistakes he did vs Cena. Show ender? TBD.”

CM Punk vs. John Cena vs. The Big Show: “Triple Threat bouts unpredictable and not a favorite of most wrestlers. I see Punk winning no matter the perceived, over hyped odds.”

Chris Jericho vs. Dolph Ziggler: “Breakout opportunity for Dolph Ziggler. It’s his time to step up. Love to see Ziggler vs Jericho on first. Sets a great tone.”

Rey Mysterio vs. The Miz: “IC Title needs focus. Miz vs Mysterio can start that trend. Another godd opening, PPV bout. Miz fighting to get to Rey’s level.”

Sheamus vs. Alberto Del Rio: “Don’t see ADR beating Sheamus for WHC and this match seems to have taken a back seat. The 2 talents can change that assumed perception. An upset’s possible.”

Kane vs. Daniel Bryan: “Dont count out Daniel Brysn vs Kane. I like this bout. Should be a sleeper.”

Kurt Angle Clarifies His Tweet About Only Staying With TNA If He’s The Top Star

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In the early hours of Sunday morning, TNA star Kurt Angle’s Twitter account posted a message that has a lot of people talking:

“If Tna Uses Me as the top Guy I Will Stay. I Love Tna. If Not, I Will Make A Business Decision.”

After other websites picked up the story and reported “Angle is leaving TNA,” the Olympic gold medalist followed up with this update:

“I’m not Considering leaving Tna. My Business Decision would Be a Different Contractual Agreement With Tna.”

TONIGHT: WWE SummerSlam 2012 Results & Live Coverage

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SEScoops.com will have WWE SummerSlam 2012 Results & Live Coveragetonight starting at 7:30pm EST. If you are not ordering the show, this is THE best way for you to experience the event. We’ll be live blogging the show and will also have the chat room open all night, so you can discuss the show in real time with other readers.

Below is the latest card for the show:

Brock Lesnar vs. Triple H

WWE Championship Match
CM Punk (c) vs. Big Show vs. John Cena

World Heavyweight Championship Match
Sheamus (c) vs. Alberto Del Rio

WWE Intercontinental Title Match
The Miz (c) vs. Rey Mysterio

WWE Tag Team Title Match
Kofi Kingston & R-Truth (c) vs. Titus O’Neil & Darren Young

Chris Jericho vs. Dolph Ziggler

Kane vs. Daniel Bryan

WWE United States Title Match (Pre-show)
Santino Marella (c) vs. Antonio Cesaro

Not yet announced but rumored for the show:

Sin Cara vs. Cody Rhodes

Damien Sandow vs. Brodus Clay.

Chris Jericho Sends A Warning To Dolph Ziggler, WWE’s Next Event In Los Angeles, Marc Mero

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– After a vicious assault by Dolph Ziggler on SmackDown, Chris Jericho plans to gain retribution against the curly-mopped grappler when they face off tonight at SummerSlam. He tweeted, “At #Summerslam there’s gonna be no jokes. No insults. Only revenge Ziggler. No jokes. No feel good moments. Just retribution Ziggler. See ya at #Summerslam.”

He also enclosed the following Tout, where he says, “Ziggler, I know I’ve making fun of you about the spaghetti on your head and about the fact that you hang out with your grandmother. But ever since you squished me like a bug on SmackDown, now at SummerSlam, I’m going to shove it right down your throat that I haven’t lost my touch.”

– WWE’s next event at the STAPLES Center takes place on Friday, January 18, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. with a Raw brand house show. Ticketmaster.com will hold a pre-sale for the event tonight immediately following SummerSlam.

– Cherokee Indian has an article on former WWE Superstar Marc Mero speaking at Cherokee High School in Canton, Georgia on Thursday evening about his life, family, wrestling and the hardships along the way.

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