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Details On Cena and Orton’s Past Animosity, Doane To “Tell All”

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Fueling rumors that WWE may part ways with Randy Orton as a result of his second violation of the Talent Wellness Program, former WWE talent Kenn Doane (a/k/a Kenny Dykstra) stated recently on Twitter that he believes John Cena is among those within the sports entertainment organization lobbying for the SmackDown wrestler’s termination. Doane’s belief is based on Cena admitting to him in 2006 that he wanted Orton fired following his first Wellness Program infraction.

One WWE source said while the wrestling stars’ relationship may currently be more amicable, Cena ‘hated’ Orton then due to the third-generation wrestler constantly “calling out Cena for what he was.”

Younger talents believed then that as Cena gained more political clout, he assumed a ‘hard-ass coach role’ in the vein of John “Bradshaw” Layfield. Orton too had leverage and stood up for himself against Cena.

Meanwhile, Doane plans to air more of Cena’s dirty laundry in a tell-all interview with SEScoops after divulging details of his past relationship with Mickie James via Twitter. While promoting the upcoming interview on the microblogging website, he mentioned Cena’s wife Elizabeth Huberdeau, who is embroiled in a divorce battle with the WWE megastar.

Doane wrote, “This week- interview w @sescoops no holds bar tell all. Not gonna wanna miss this. My new friend Elizabeth might wanna tune in too….”

Alberto Del Rio Reportedly Threatened To Quit WWE Last Week

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WWE cracked down on two Twitter accounts that had been snarking the organization and its employees last week as both @WWE_Creative and @CrankyVince were suspended on Thursday. While the account mocking WWE’s creative direction returned online following some profile tweaks (now located @WWECreative_ish), the McMahon parody remains down.

The @CrankyVince account spoofed McMahon’s demeanor and mindset with random musings depicting the WWE Chairman as an eccentric, sex-crazed, drug-addled egomaniac. It had drawn alarming concern from organization officials since last year, which due to the sensitive nature of the tweets, believed it was being handled by an employee within close proximity of McMahon. The account would divulge legitimate company information, which is a breach of Twitter’s Terms of Service. According to F4WOnline.com, the McMahon mockery account is reportedly administered by an assortment of current WWE employees. The publication, however, would not disclose specific names.

Before its suspension, @CrankyVince had endorsed an alternative account (located @PremiumVince). The account has posted several messages in Cranky Vince’s trademark tone since the suspension of the premiere account.

The @CrankyVince account was coincidentally shut down the day it released a message stating that Alberto Del Rio wanted to quit WWE.

“WHAT? DEL RIO WANTS TO QUIT? TELL THAT POMPOUS ASS: NO. THEN, TELL HIM TO GO FUCK HIMSELF. THEN, FUCK YOU,” the tweet read.

F4WOnline.com reports that Del Rio clashed with upper-level management that day and threatened to quit WWE. One company source says Del Rio was frustrated with his standing and contemplating a departure. A second source said the incident ‘wasn’t that big a deal’ and that both sides were wrangling over a contract matter. A third source believes the spat was a combination of both accounts.

Del Rio has leverage; he has no issues with income and could return to Mexico as a heralded former WWE Superstar and son of noted luchador Dos Caras. A company employee expressed skepticism Monday night that Del Rio had legitimately suffered a concussion, noting that he was “too injured” to work the No Way Out pay-per-view event on Sunday but healthy enough to work Raw. The employee believes the concussion was a cover excuse for issues that materialized between Del Rio and officials, necessitating his removal from the title match against Sheamus.

Updates On The WWE Network & WWE’s Relationship With Twitter

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– WWE is reportedly paying a lot of money to Twitter, believed to be in the ‘six figure’ range, to be a part of the new features introduced by the social media service last week. WWE will be one of a few select partners that will be able to integrate, audio, video and visual media within tweets.

A well placed source in WWE says that another benefit of WWE’s close working relationship with Twitter is that they’ll be able to better protect their intellectual properties and crack down on parody accounts.

– With the WWE Network launch still a few months away, the latest word out of WWE is that the company is considering making it a paid premium channel, similar to HBO or Showtime, where subscribers pay a monthly fee. This model is not confirmed, but the feeling is that it would be easier to get the channel picked up by cable providers. Instead of companies like Comcast and Time Warner having to pay WWE rights fees to carry the channel, WWE could instantly begin making money from subscriber fees.

* Details On MAJOR Surprises Planned For WWE’s 1,000th RAW Celebration

(Source: PWInsider.com)

X-Pac’s Status For 1000th Raw, Layla Recycles Former Diva’s Song

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– Sean Waltman, who appeared as 1-2-3 Kid and X-Pac for WWE, says he has not been contacted to appear on the historic 1000th episode of Raw taking place July 23. He tweeted on Tuesday:

https://twitter.com/therealxpac/status/215102686532603904

The official website of the Scottrade Center is advertising the return of D-Generation X for the event. Waltman is a former ‘D-X’ member.

– WWE Divas Champion Layla appeared on Monday’s Raw SuperShow with a new entrance theme, “Insatiable” performed by Patsy Grime and composed by Jim Johnston. The theme is recycled; it was previously used by former WWE Diva Tiffany in 2009 and 2010. Is was included in the 2010 compilation album WWE The Music: A New Day, Vol. 10.

– Alien Opponent, starring WWE Hall of Famer “Rowdy” Roddy Piper as an ‘alien hunting priest’ character, is now available on Netflix’s online video streaming service.

Laurinaitis Advertised For Monday’s Raw, SmackDown In Louisiana

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– John Cena’s Steel Cage Match victory over Big Show at No Way Out carried the stipulation that John Laurinaitis would be terminated as WWE Executive Vice President of Talent Relations and Raw and SmackDown General Manager if The World’s Largest Athlete couldn’t pick up the victory. The former ‘Giant’ lost, and Laurinaitis was subsequently fired by Mr. McMahon. He was then given a ‘painful farewell’ by Cena on Raw SuperShow after Big Show and David Otunga both abandoned him in a 3-on-1 Handicap Match. Despite Sunday and Monday’s events, Laurinaitis is advertised for next Monday’s Raw SuperShow at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

The official website of the venue announced: “Mr. McMahon fired Raw and SmackDown General Manager John Laurinaitis at No Way Out, but per The WWE Board of Directors, John Laurinaitis must fulfill his contractual obligations and still team with Big Show to battle John Cena in Fort Wayne!”

– WWE will hold a SmackDown taping on Tuesday, November 27 at Century Link Center in Bossier City, Louisiana.

– Brock Lesnar is featured on the cover of the latest issue of Pro Wrestling Illustrated.

Eve Appearing On New NBC Reality Show (Press Release)

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WWE diva Eve Torres, who has been off television for the past few weeks, will be taking part in the new “Stars Earn Stripes” reality TV show on NBC. The show will feature celebrities going through boot camp training to earn money for their respective charity. Eve’s charity will be supporting the United States troops through the USO, a charity that WWE has worked with for years.

Here’s the official press release:

NBC ANNOUNCES CELEBRITY CAST AND HOSTS OF NEW SERIES ‘Stars Earn Stripes,’ AN EMOTIONALLY CHARGED NEW COMPETITION HONORING AMERICA’S ARMED FORCES

Hosts General Wesley Clark (ret.) and Samantha Harris Join Celebrity Cast Including Laila Ali, Dean Cain, Terry Crews, Nick Lachey, Todd Palin, Dolvett Quince, Picabo Street and Eve Torres in the Action-Packed Competition Show

“Stars Earn Stripes” Premieres Monday, August 13 (8 – 10 p.m. ET)

UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. – June 19, 2012 – NBC announced the celebrity cast and hosts of its new alternative series “Stars Earn Stripes” – a fierce and emotionally charged new competition show honoring America’s armed forces. The cast includes four-time undefeated world boxing champion Laila Ali, actor Dean Cain (“Out of Time,” Five Days of War”), actor and former National Football League player Terry Crews (“The Expendables 2,” “The Newsroom”), multi-platinum recording artist, actor, producer and television personality Nick Lachey (NBC’s “The Sing-Off”), Alaska businessman Todd Palin, Olympic gold medalist Picabo Street, “The Biggest Loser” trainer Dolvett Quince and WWE Diva, Eve Torres.

The series will be hosted by General Wesley Clark (ret.) – the former Supreme Allied Commander Europe for NATO and former presidential candidate – and television personality Samantha Harris (“Entertainment Tonight,” “Dancing with the Stars”). “Stars Earn Stripes” will debut with a special two-hour episode on Monday, August 13 (8-10 p.m. ET) and will air Mondays at 9 p.m. ET.

The eight competitors will gather at a remote training facility where they will tackle complicated and difficult missions that are inspired by real military exercises. Each will be paired with an “operative” who is a member or a former member of our armed forces or law enforcement agencies. The operative will coach and guide their celebrity teammate on their training and each of their missions and will compete along-side them. From helicopter drops to long range weapons fire – the competitors will be tested physically and emotionally as they play to win and to earn a cash prize for military, veterans and first-responder based charities. Each week one of the teams will be eliminated.

The announcement was made by Paul Telegdy, President, Alternative and Late Night Programming, NBC.

“We are honored to have a much-decorated and beloved military figure such as General Clark joining ‘Stars Earn Stripes.’ The general’s legendary record in the U.S. armed forces commands respect as he brings so much practical knowledge that will infuse the show with priceless insight,” said Telegdy. “Our cast is ready to be put to the test – using the same physical and mental challenges that prepare our nation’s bravest men and women to defend our nation – and their arduous journey will make for riveting television.”

“I am thrilled to join ‘Stars Earn Stripes’ as host and look forward to watching the celebrity cast members test themselves as they step up to take on these tough challenges,” said Clark. “This new series pays tribute to members of our dedicated armed forces and civil law enforcement and I know that the winnings, which will be donated to first-responder charity and veterans’ groups, will make a difference and send an important message.”

The charitable organizations that the contestants are playing for include The Following: Laila Ali – Military Child Education Coalition (http://www.militarychild.org), Dean Cain – Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org), Terry Crews – The Pat Tillman Foundation (http://www.pattillmanfoundation.org), Nick Lachey – The Badge of Honor Memorial Foundation (www.bohmf.org), Todd Palin – Armed Services YMCA Alaska (http://www.asymcaofalaska.com), Dolvett Quince – Got your 6 (www.gotyour6.org), Picabo Street – Hiring Our Heroes (www.uschamber.com/hiringourheroes) and Eve Torres – USO (www.uso.org).

From executive producers Dick Wolf (“Law & Order,” “Law & Order: SVU”), Mark Burnett (“The Voice,” “Survivor”) and David A. Hurwitz (“Fear Factor”), this extraordinary show will donate money raised through the competition to veterans’ charities. Committed to hiring recent vets onto the crew, “Stars Earn Stripes” hopes to inspire other employers throughout the country to make similar commitments to our returning heroes, not to mention proving how impossible their service missions really are.

The series is a production of Universal Television, One Three Television, LLC, Wolf Reality, LLC and Bill’s Market & Television Productions.

* News On The New RAW General Manager & What WWE Has Planned For Triple H vs. Lesnar

Lesnar’s RAW Return Announced, Jericho’s Schedule, Laurinaitis

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– Brock Lesnar is being advertised for August 13th WWE RAW Supershow, the week before SummerSlam. This is the only upcoming show that Lesnar is currently advertised for, so it’s likely that Paul Heyman will continue to appear on WWE television as his representative.

Even though Paul Heyman rejected Triple H’s challenge to Lesnar for a match at SummerSlam, the match will indeed headline WWE’s “biggest party of the summer.

Details On What WWE Has Planned For Brock Lesnar vs. Triple H (Vince!)

– WWE is still advertising John Laurinaitis for future WWE live events through the summer, despite him getting fired by Vince McMahon at No Way Out.

– Chris Jericho will return to WWE television next week on RAW and is advertised for all upcoming RAW shows through Summerslam.

Jericho’s metal band Fozzy will be featured on the upcoming Rockstar Uproar Tour, which runs from August 15th through September 30th. One of the dates on that tour is August 19th (the night of Summerslam). Fozzy is not performing that night, which will allow Jericho to appear at SummerSlam. He’s not listed at any WWE events after SummerSlam.

Stacy Keibler Reportedly Not Pregnant, SmackDown In Memphis

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– After paparazzi photos surfaced Monday suggesting that former WWE Diva Stacy Keibler is pregnant, TMZ.com reported Tuesday that she is not pregnant. Keibler’s representatives did not comment on the rumor, but sources connected to the former Miss Hancock say it is “100 percent false.”

– WWE will hold a SmackDown taping on October 16 at the Fed-Ex Forum in Memphis, Tennessee.

– The June 15 episode of WWE Vintage Collection featured the following matches: Cruiserweight Battle Royal (WWE Velocity – October 8, 2005), Fuerza Guerrera, Louie Spicolli and Psychosis vs. Heavy Metal, Latin Lover and Rey Mysterio (AAA When Worlds Collide – November 6, 1994), 1-2-3 Kid vs. Hakushi (WWF Monday Night Raw – November 20, 1995), Ultimo Dragon vs. Shannon Moore (WWE Smackdown – June 26, 2003), Juventud Guerrera vs. Nunzio (WWE No Mercy – October 9, 2005).

– Aksana is today’s featured Superstar on WWE.com.

RAW Backstage Fallout, NXT’s Future, Kelly Kelly’s Return

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– This week’s “RAW Backstage Fallout” video is now online. “CM Punk, Kofi Kingston, Dolph Ziggler and more WWE Superstars share their thoughts about recent Raw events, including Mr. Laurinaitis’ last day as the Raw and SmackDown General Manager. #WWERAWFALLOUT”

– WWE Diva Kelly Kelly is advertised for Monday’s WWE Raw television show from Fort Wayne, IN. She is advertised for several upcoming television shows, including the 1,000th RAW and the next month’s Money In The Bank pay-per-view. She is not advertised for any non-televised live events.

– The WWE website has removed all references to NXT, so it does not appear that the re-branded NXT (taped at Full Sail University in Winter Park, FL) will be airing online.

WWE has already held two sets of tapings for the new NXT and those are expected to begin airing on the Brighthouse Network in Florida once the current season wraps up.

News On Chris Jericho’s WWE Return, Punk/Bryan/AJ and Lesnar vs. Triple H

JR Blog: Dolph Ziggler’s Potential, CM Punk’s Title Reign & More

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WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog, which you can read in its entirety at JRsBarBQ.com.

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Here are some highlights of what JR wrote about:

His Role In WWE: “Yes, I’m still working for WWE and consulting in the Talent Development Department and loving it. I’ll be with the NXT crew in Orlando again on Thursday July 12. This responsibility is supremely important to the future of WWE plus it keeps me off the road 51 weeks a year. I’m also going to be doing some scouting for potential, new talents.”

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Dolph Ziggler’s Potential: “Ziggler is going to have a stellar year in 2012. The former amateur standout seemingly does something in every match that grabs my attention. Dolph reminds me of many greats of the game including Pat Patterson, Curt Hennig, and Billy Gunn. Fans that have no patience with where Ziggler currently stands in the ‘pecking order’ at least in those fan’s eyes need to exhale and simply enjoy Ziggler’s performances and continue to watch him evolve.”

“Dolph Ziggler could easily be WWE Champion or World’s Champion by WM29. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it.”

CM Punk as WWE Champion: “Punk’s tenure as WWE Champion is making the coveted WWE Title more meaningful and it’s obvious that Punk’s popularity is growing. I’m a big fan of CM Punk and feel that he’ ranks with the most compelling WWE Champions in recent memory. Punk is smart, physical and durable which are all traits that are invaluable to WWE on many fronts.”

* News On Chris Jericho’s WWE Return, Punk/Bryan/AJ and LESNAR vs. TRIPLE H

Video Of CM Punk On Jimmy Fallon, Jericho Getting Online Show

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– Chris Jericho will be getting his own Internet show soon titled, “But I’m Chris Jericho.” The show will be funded by the Canada’s Independent Production Fund, which recently approved funding for 15 scripted drama shows, including Jericho’s.

The format appears to be 10 4-minute episodes. The shows will be written by Bob Kerr, Craig Brown and Gary Rideout Jr. No word yet on when it will debut online.

Details On Chris Jericho’s WWE Return

– It was announced on RAW that until a new permanent RAW General Manager is announced, previous General Managers will be returning each week as guest hosts. After Mick Foley hosted this week’s RAW, other former General Managers who would be eligible for the hosting gig include: Vince McMahon, Steve Austin, Stephanie McMahon, Bret Hart, Mike Adamle, Jonathan Coachman, Vickie Guerrero, William Regal and of course, the Anonymous General Manager.

– WWE Champion CM Punk appeared on NBC’s Late Night with Jimmy Fallon on Monday night. The appearance was taped on Monday afternoon in Manhattan, less than an hour from where RAW was held. Punk spoke about WWE’s use of Twitter, does snow angels, takes a shot at New York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow and more.

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Tonight’s SmackDown Tapings, Traffic Problems For WWE Crew

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– Tonight’s WWE SmackDown tapings take place from the 1st Mariner Arena in Baltimore, Maryland. As announced on RAW, Mick Foley will serve as the Interim General Manager for this week’s SmackDown. Triple H and John Laurinaitis are both advertised for the tapings.

The advertised dark main event advertised is John Cena vs. Big Show and John Laurinaitis in a Handicap Match.

– WWE will return to East Rutherford, New Jersey’s IZOD Center, the site of Sunday’s No Way Out pay-per-view, on 10/22 for a RAW Supershow taping. Already advertised for that night is an 8-man tag team match featuring John Cena, CM Punk Randy Orton and Sheamus vs. Big Show, Daniel Bryan, Kane and Alberto Del Rio.

– A few people in WWE mentioned on Twitter that traffic problems on the New Jersey Turnpike have made it difficult for the WWE crew to make it from Long Island, New York to Baltimore, Maryland for tonight’s SmackDown taping.

Natalya wrote that it took her 6 hours to make the trip, with many talents not arriving in Baltimore until around 5am this morning.

* TRIPLE H vs. BROCK LESNAR Storyline Plans Revealed

Mike Tyson On Broadway, Vader Tweets More About WWE Return

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– WWE Hall of Famer Mike Tyson is headed to Broadway. Spike Lee will direct Mike Tyson’s one-man Broadway show, “Undisputed Truth.”

Undisputed Truth will feature Mike Tyson talking about his tumultuous life story. The limited run of six performances will be held at New York’s Longacre Theater.

First Screenshots of MIKE TYSON In WWE ’13

– WWEDVDNews has confirmed more upcoming WWE Superstar DVD projects are in the works. Both Randy Orton and Kofi Kingston will be getting DVDs highlighting their careers. Here are confirmed release dates for the Superstars Collection DVD series:

* John Cena and Zack Ryder: 7/10
* Daniel Bryan and Sheamus: 8/7
* Randy Orton and Kofi Kingston: 9/4
* Shawn Michaels and Rey Mysterio: October

Silvervision recently announced that they will not be producing Superstar Collection DVD’s in the UK and Europe, so these might be US only for now.

– Vader continues to tweet about his surprise appearance on last week’s RAW Supershow:

 

Cena Returning To WWE Title Picture, Vickie On Picking Ziggler

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– Vickie has tweeted the following comment about Dolph Ziggler defeating Jack Swagger on RAW and winning her managerial services:

https://twitter.com/excusemewwe/status/214912281698512899

– Ricardo Rodriguez tweetd the following after laying out Santino on RAW:

Prior to getting called up to WWE, Rodriguez competed at FCW (and at independent shows) as “Chimaera.”

– John Cena will be returning to the WWE title picture later this year. Commercials aired during Monday’s RAW in the Boston area hyping September’s Night of Champions pay-per-view from the city.

The voiceover said, “John Cena returns to his hometown of Boston to try and re-capture championship glory.”

* TRIPLE H vs. BROCK LESNAR Storyline Details Revealed

Big Show’s Next Feud, AW Comments On RAW, Trending Terms

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– After his feud on RAW with John Cena, there has been talk of moving Big Show to the World Heavyweight title picture on SmackDown.

– Among the WWE related terms that were trending worldwide during RAW were Brock Lesnar, Paul Heyman, Cyndi Lauper, Roddy Piper and Chris Jericho.

– WWE ring announcer Tony Chimel will be taking some time off this weekend.

– Abraham Washington tweeted the following about his new Primetime Players team walking out on their match against his former clients, Primo and Epico:

https://twitter.com/awpromotions/status/214916981122547712

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* TRIPLE H vs. BROCK LESNAR Storyline Details Revealed

Cyndi Lauper’s RAW Appearance, Amazing Red’s Tryout & More

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– Former TNA star Amazing Red was backstage at Sunday’s WWE No Way Out pay-per-view and was telling fans he had a tryout earlier in the day. Red was reportedly brought in by WWE announcer Matt Striker.

– With the upcoming 1,000th Episode of RAW and the new WWE ’13 video game both featuring legends from the Attitude Era, there has been talk of WWE doing an Attitude Era DVD set. Mick Foley tweeted about a possible Attitude Era DVD earlier this year and Booker T mentioned during No Way Out that he was recently interviewed about the era.

– Pop music icon & WrestleMania I celebrity Cyndi Lauper made her first WWE appearance on RAW in over 20 years. It was rumored that she was there to promote a new reality television show, but it was not mentioned. WWE did plug her new CD, “Bring Ya to the Brink.”

Roddy Piper noted on Twitter that Lauper was brought in to update the WWE Universe on what she’s doing now and to also help promote the upcoming 1,000th RAW.

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Mike Tyson Confirmed For WWE 13 (Screenshots)

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THQ issued the following press release on Tuesday morning:

The ‘Baddest Man On The Planet’ Returns
Mike Tyson Returns To The Ring

The campaign premise of “Live the Revolution” continues, as THQ today announced the return of the incomparable Mike Tyson to the ring – virtually – in WWE® ’13, the revolutionary next installment in the WWE flagship videogame franchise. Often touted as the “baddest man on the planet,” the boxing legend and former undisputed heavyweight champion of the world will be available as an exclusive playable character for consumers who pre-order the videogame at any participating retailer in the UK for the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system (while supplies last).

Tyson made headlines with WWE (NYSE: WWE) in early 1998 as part of the company’s groundbreaking “Attitude Era,” a time period prominently featured in WWE ’13 through a brand new single-player campaign. He is best remembered for his appearances leading up to and at WrestleMania® XIV, where he was recruited by D-Generation X (DX) to serve as a ringside enforcer during the main event match between DX member Shawn Michaels® and Stone Cold Steve Austin® for the WWE Championship. Tyson, sporting a sleeveless DX t-shirt and black jeans – the same look as his playable character in WWE ’13 – interfered in the match, allowing Austin to secure the victory and ultimately abandoning his presumed alliance with the renegade faction. Tyson returned to WWE on January 11, 2010 as a guest host on Monday Night Raw® and was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame on April 2, 2012.

“As one of the most dominant champions in boxing history and one of the most memorable guests to ever be featured on WWE programming, Mike Tyson led an incredible revolution that changed the way fans perceive the sport,” said Sean Ratcliffe, Vice President, Global Brand Management, THQ. “He was a tremendous addition to the ‘Attitude Era’ and is certain to attract a wide variety of fans to ‘live the revolution’ offered in WWE ’13.”

“The baddest man on the planet is back – and only in WWE ’13,” said Mike Tyson. “Fans everywhere can now relive what I experienced during the ‘Attitude Era.’”

Nash Tweets About RAW, Knocked Out Ref Speaks, Wrestlefest

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– After John Laurinaitis was fired by Vince McMahon at No Way Out, Kevin Nash joked on Twitter that he’ll now be in charge of RAW. Nash received a lot of feedback from fans when he was nowhere to be seen on RAW. He then tweeted:

https://twitter.com/realkevinnash/status/214975057653542912

– WWE Scott Armstrong tweeted the following after getting knocked out by the Big Show at No Way Out:

– WWE has released a new DLC pack for the WrestleFest on iOS game. The “Rowdy Pack” includes WWE legends Roddy Piper & “Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase, as well as Kane, Sin Cara, Cody Rhodes and the classic SmackDown arena.

* Details On RANDY ORTON’s WWE Return

After RAW: Laurinaitis, Ryder, Vince, Cena, Triple H & More

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After Monday’s RAW from the Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, NY went off the air, Big Show slapped John Laurinaitis’s chest twice then left.

John Cena then gave the people what they were clamoring for all night – Zack Ryder. Ryder came out, grabbed John Laurinaitis and stopped him from running away. Ryder brought him into the ring and gave him a Broski kick, which got a huge pop from the crowd.

Triple H’s music then hit and he took a microphone. He said that it looks like Big Johnny’s chest was red, but his back was white. Cena took the cue to deliver a few chops to his back (making it red) and then Hunter delivered a Pedigree on the former RAW General Manager.

Triple H and Cena left together, leaving John Laurinaitis there alone. When he finally got to his feet, he walked to the ramp but was surprised by Vince McMahon. Vince acted like he was concerned and was going to help him, but then delivered a low blow and left him laying to end the show.

* Storyline Spoilers For PUNK/BRYAN/AJ and RAW’s New General Manager

Eve Torres To Address WWE Future, Tensai Absent From Raw

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– Eve Torres, who served as John Laurinaitis’ Executive Administrator while he was in control of Raw and SmackDown, will address her WWE future Tuesday on Twitter.

When asked Monday night where she’s been, she responded, “You’ll get an answer… tomorrow!” Zack Ryder wrote a message hoping that like Laurinaitis, she too is terminated. She responded to Ryder, “You wish.”

– Tensai was backstage at Monday’s Raw SuperShow at Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York but not used on either the broadcast, WWE Superstars or in a dark match. It is the first Monday show since his return to WWE in April in which he did not appear at all. The character is reportedly being repackaged.

– Zack Ryder’s father sat ringside at Monday’s Raw.

Ryder Not Pleased With Raw Snub, WWE Stock Hits New Low

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– Zack Ryder posted a brief video of himself expressing his dissatisfaction with being left off Monday’s Raw SuperShow in his hometown of Long Island, New York.

– On Monday, WWE’s stock price set a new 52-week low and reached its lowest mark since April 2003. The stock closed at $7.59 per share after setting a 52-week low of $7.44 per share. A 52-week low was previously set Friday with $7.48 per share.

– WWEShop.com will release a new Christian T-Shirt in the near future. Click here for a preview.

Jericho Returning Next Week, Metallica-WWE, RAW Hosts

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— Chris Jericho returns to WWE RAW next week. His suspension ends later this week.

— It was announced during RAW that while the Board of Directors looks for a replacement for John Laurinaitis, they are “reaching out to former General Managers” to host the show each week.

Mick Foley is this week’s RAW and SmackDown host.

— There is once again talk of Metallica playing at a WWE pay-per-view. WWE hyped Metallica’s upcoming Orion Music Festival in New Jersey and its rumored that the band could play at SummerSlam.

The band’s “Memory Remains” song was one of the theme songs at WrestleMania 28 and was used to hype the Triple H vs. Undertaker match.

* TRIPLE H vs. LESNAR Storyline Plans Revealed, New Tag Teams Forming

Punk’s Title Reign, Keibler Pregnancy Rumor, SmackDown Rating

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– CM Punk’s current WWE Title reign is now the longest since John Cena’s reign from September 17th, 2006 to October 2nd, 2007.

– Former WWE diva Stacy Keibler is rumored to be pregnant with George Clooney’s child. Keibler was spotted at Clooney’s Lake Cuomo getaway over the weekend with what appeared to be a “baby bump.” A rep for Keibler had “no comment” for TMZ when asked about the possible pregnancy.

– Injured WWE star Wade Barrett was spotted at the Saloon restaurant in Philadelphia over the weekend, according to the Philadelphia Daily News.

– Friday’s SmackDown a 1.75 cable rating, up just a bit from the previous week. The show averaged 2.41 million viewers, which is actually down from the week before.

Daniel Bryan Talks CM Punk Feud, Being A Vegan, No Way Out

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New York City radio DJ Peter Rosenberg of the Hot 97 hip hop radio station has landed yet another exclusive interview with a WWE superstar – Daniel Bryan. Rosenberg interviewed Bryan, who was in town to hype tonight’s WWE RAW Supershow from Long Island, NY.

Storyline Plans Revealed For Daniel Bryan, CM Punk & AJ Lee

Among the topics discussed:

– Setting the record straight on his backyard wrestling past
– Training with Shawn Michaels and William Regal
– Working at McDonald’s
– Vince McMahon’s reaction to him being a vegan
– How he CM Punk don’t fit the mold of the typical WWE main eventer
– Their match at No Way Out last night
– Original plans for his feud with Mark Herny
– A funny story about him, Ryback & Cody Rhodes at Panera Bread restaurant
– Which WWE superstars need a push & who WWE should sign

You can check out the 25-minute video interview below, courtesy of RosenbergRadio.com:

TNA Terminates Ric Flair’s Contract, Former Diva Attends Show

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– According to court documents filed in TNA Entertainment’s lawsuit against WWE for interference with existing contracts, the organization terminated Ric Flair’s contract on May 11, 2012. Flair, however, is still listed as a member of the active roster on ImpactWrestling.com.

Flair missed a live event he was scheduled to appear at the day before his contract was terminated. He has privately claimed that he quit the organization.

– Former WWE talent Nidia Guenard was backstage with her young daughter at TNA Wrestling’s live event at Bayou Music Center in Houston, Texas on Saturday night. She resides in the area and was a guest of Tara’s.

Guenard left the professional wrestling industry entirely in 2005 and is now pursuing a culinary career.

– Zema Ion will appear at Millennium Wrestling Federation’s eleventh anniversary show taking place September 22 at Memorial Hall 590 Main St. Melrose, Massachusetts. (Event Information)

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