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Del Rio Suffers Serious Concussion, Back-up Plans Being Made

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A WWE source told sports blog Corey Unfiltered (coryradford.blog.com) Friday that Alberto Del Rio suffered a “serious concussion” at last Tuesday’s SmackDown taping in Columbia, South Carolina. During a skirmish, Sheamus slammed Del Rio’s head against the metal WWE logo, leading to his concussion. Kane replaced Del Rio as Sheamus’ Steel Cage Match opponent in the post-taping bout and at Saturday’s SmackDown live event in Salisbury, Maryland.

Del Rio’s injury puts his World Heavyweight Championship Match against Sheamus at No Way Out on June 17 in jeopardy since WWE officials believe he will not receive medical clearance in time for the pay-per-view event. Contingency plans are being discussed in case Del Rio is unable to compete, including removing Kane from the WWE Championship Match against CM Punk and Daniel Bryan. Other plans broached include a Battle Royal or a Beat the Clock Challenge to take place at this Tuesday’s SmackDown taping in Manchester, New Hampshire

Meanwhile, WWE heads Vince McMahon and Triple H are becoming increasingly worried that Del Rio cannot be relied on due to injury concerns. He is being compared to former WWE star Mr. Kennedy (now known as Mr. Anderson in TNA Wrestling), whose reputation for being injury prone partially led to his release from the organization in 2009.

Goldberg’s Status For Tonight, Karen Jarrett Talks Jeff-HOF

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– Following the recent trash talking between Bill Goldberg and TNA star Crimson, many have been speculating whether Goldberg will be the man to answer Crimson’s open challenge at tonight’s Slammiversary pay-per-view. Goldberg has addressed the situation on Twitter and made it pretty clear that he won’t be there, writing: “HELL NO!!!!!!!”

– With TNA Slammiversary just hours away, the wait is almost over to find out who the first inductee will be into the new TNA Hall of Fame.

Karen Jarrett has been telling people on Twitter that her husband Jeff Jarrett will not be the first inductee. She has also been re-tweeting dozens of messages from fans saying that Jeff deserves the honor.

Karen also stated that she and Jeff will not be at Slammiversary.

R-Truth Suffers Severe Foot Injury, Sable To Become A Grandma

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– WWE Tag Team Champion R-Truth either severely sprained or broke his foot last week, reports PWInsider.com. He did not go on the Raw brand’s tour of Spain-Kofi Kingston partnered with Zack Ryder and Brodus Clay at events.

– Former WWE Women’s Champion Sable, who is 44-years-old, will soon become a grandmother. Her 21-year-old daughter Mariah is pregnant with her first child and expected to give birth in September, reports RenaLesnar.net.

– The June 8 episode of WWE Vintage Collection featured the following matches: Blitzkrieg vs. Super Calo (WCW Saturday Night – March 20, 1999), Matt Hardy vs. Billy Kidman (WWE No Way Out 2003), The Rockers vs. The Orient Express (WWF live event – June 17, 1990), Jeff Hardy vs. X-Pac (WWF King of the Ring 2001), Dean Malenko vs. Shinjiro Otani (WCW Worldwide – May 18, 1996). (Thanks to Devin Cutting)

– Former WWE star Rob Conway competed in a NPC Bodybuilding contest on Saturday. He tweeted, “I won the Npc Indianapolis Mens Physique Championship Tall class and Over all. Thanks to everyone for there support!”

TNA Plans To Break Company Records Tonight For Slammiversary

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Tonight on pay-per-view, TNA presents Slammiversary X from Arlington, Texas.

The event takes place at the University of Texas’ College Park Center, which has the capacity to hold approximately 7,000 fans.

TNA President Dixie Carter tweeted over the weekend that TNA expects tonight’s event to be the company’s largest PPV audience ever:

“Slammiversary will be TNA’s biggest PPV attendance ever, and it is close to being the biggest US attended event in our history. Come on DFW!”

According to the arena website, ticket are still available in most sections, ranging from $175 for front row seats down to $10.

Big E Langston Wrestles At SmackDown Show, AJ’s Bad Week

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– WWE developmental wrestler Big E Langston competed at Saturday’s SmackDown live event in Salisbury, Maryland, defeating Heath Slater.

– Sorta-crazy / definitely hot WWE diva AJ Lee didn’t have a great week. She tweeted on Saturday:

“This week I got my 1st ticket, got bit by a spider, had to bring my dog to the ER, & got in my 1st car accident. I desperately need a hug. I am seriously hoping I attain super powers from the spider bite. Kinda putting a lot of eggs in that basket.”

– Harry Smith will appear at The Fox and Fiddle in Toronto at 535 Danforth Avenue signing autographs.

– Mick Foley has been announced to appear at the Southern Maryland Comic Con. The event takes place Saturday, July 7 at Capital Clubhouse 3033 Waldorf Market Place Waldorf, Maryland.

Sandow Appears On “Foreign Exchange”, Helms A Father, Sable

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– This week on Santino’s Foreign Exchange, Santino interrupts Damien Sandow’s breathing exercises to ask him a very important question. Also featured is The Great Khali drinking tea and Michael McGillicutty eating a bowl of Fruity Pebbles™.

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– Former WWE wrestler Shane “The Hurricane” Helms is now a father. His son, Sebastian Gregory Helms, was born Friday. He wrote on Twitter, “Emotionally and physically spent. Good night everyone. Thx for all the love and positivity. It is returned!! Bless you all.”

– Former WWE Women’s Champion Sable is today’s featured star on WWE.com.

Del Rio May Have Suffered Concussion, PPV Match In Jeopardy

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Alberto Del Rio, who is still recovering from surgery following a groin tear last year, is believed to have suffered a concussion during last Tuesday’s SmackDown taping in Columbia, South Carolina. Therefore, he may be unable to compete against Sheamus for the World Heavyweight Championship at No Way Out on June 17. WWE officials brainstormed alternative scenarios Friday in case Del Rio is unable to wrestle at the pay-per-view event.

Looking to get under the skin of the World Heavyweight Champion, Del Rio brought out Ricardo Rodriguez to make light of the Irish brawler by mimicking his distinctive red hair, outfit and gestures. The real Sheamus then appeared, where the fight would eventually spread to the steel stage. The Celtic Warrior slammed Del Rio’s head against the metal WWE logo, leading to his possible concussion.

Del Rio did not appear as scheduled for tonight’s SmackDown live event in Salisbury, Maryland. Rather, Sheamus defended his strap against the winner of a match pitting Kane against The Great Khali.

(sources: F4WOnline.com, PWInsider.com)

WWE Offers Kelly Kelly Long-Term Contract, Wrestlers Burned Out

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Following reports that Kelly Kelly was accepting endorsements and appearance requests during her hiatus from the WWE ring, organization officials lobbied the Raw Diva to sign a new contract. They are willing to offer her a pay raise since she is considered their most marketable female performer.

Meanwhile, a number of talents are reportedly feeling exhausted from the company’s current travel schedule, which requires most to attend every television taping. Some feel Nikki and Brie Bella may have started a trend with the female performers to take away from WWE rather than continuing working on a never-ending basis. The twin duo, as well as Lilian Garcia, have cited exhaustion from WWE’s grueling travel schedule as their reason for leaving the sports entertainment organization.

“It was crazy, Brie and I-when our contracts were coming to an end, we kind of both looked at each other one day and were like, “I’m exhausted.” And she was like, “I’m exhausted.” We were like, “Let’s take a break,” Nikki Bella stated last month to Diva-Dirt.com. “I don’t know if that’s the twin connection, or the twin bond, that we both kind of felt it but we just looked at each other one day and we were just tired. We were really tired and sore. We were like, okay, let’s do this. It was scary.”

Garcia explained on her official website in 2010, “Leaving the WWE was one of the hardest decisions I had to make because I was very close to everyone there and loved my job, but after 10-plus years of being on the road it was time to take a break.”

(source: PWInsider.com)

Lilian Garcia Releasing New Music Album, Chris Jericho Countdown

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– SmackDown ring announcer Lilian Garcia announced via Twitter that she will be releasing an extended play album.

She tweeted Saturday, “Breaking news!! Will be releasing my EP Album this summer!!! Stay tuned for more details!!!”

Garcia previously released an album in 2007.

– Counting down to fourteen days remaining on his thirty-day WWE suspension due to an irresponsible act of denigrating the Brazilian flag at a WWE live event in São Paulo on May 24, Chris Jericho tweeted Saturday, “Its been 14 years of silence 14 years of pain….”

He also wrote Friday, “15 years ago I was in the Top Of The Super Junior tournament for New Japan Wrestling. I didnt win The 15 Amendment gives u the right to vote.”

– Former WWE star Nunzio recently landed a job as a court officer in Clarkstown, New York.

source: PWInsider.com

This Week’s Z! True Long Island Story, Lilian Garcia’s Homecoming

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– The seventieth episode of Z! True Long Island Story features Zack Ryder overseas for the Raw brand’s tour of Spain. Plus, Scott Stanford consoles Ryder for losing on WWE Superstars and not appearing on Raw SuperShow.

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– This week’s SmackDown marks the first time Lilian Garcia has traveled back to her hometown of Columbia, South Carolina since her return to the ring late last year.

“I was really excited when I found out we were coming here,” Garcia remarked to WWE.com. “We have come closer a few times, but to finally get to do this show here feels really good.”

“My parents are in attendance, as well as friends,” she added. “I’m even going to get to sing the National Anthem right before we go on the air, which is really special for me. It truly is a great honor.”

Former Announcer Says WWE Wants To Get Rid Of Randy Orton

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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 WCW announcer Mark Madden stated Thursday on Twitter, “WWE wants to get rid of Orton PERMANENTLY. Character and popularity have plateaued, and he’s a pain to deal with.”

In response to his statement, a Twitter user asked Madden whether Vince McMahon has suddenly stopped liking money. Madden responded, “Vince thinks everybody is a WWE creation, and therefore disposable, to be replaced by another WWE creation. And you’re overrating Orton.”

The Wrestling Observer reported Wednesday that there is a ‘small, vocal pocket’ within the sports entertainment organization lobbying for his termination. Vince McMahon is reportedly contemplating the move, but many employees believe he will ultimately retain the nine-time world champion due to the lack of roster depth.

The Observer added that there are people within WWE saying Orton’s hiatus ‘isn’t going to be that big a problem.’ For the first time, employees are openly categorizing CM Punk as the second-ranked babyface rather than Punk and Orton being on the same level. Many also feel SmackDown’s babyface side will be adequate with Sheamus, Christian, Sin Cara, Rey Mysterio returning soon from suspension and the option to turn Daniel Bryan at a moment’s notice.

Former WWE Star Mocks Brooke Hogan, Chris Masters Talks TNA

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– Former WWE star Carlito is the latest wrestling name to take aim at Brooke Hogan. He posted a message on Twitter Friday mocking her role as on-screen authority figure and backstage consultant to the TNA Knockouts.

“Brooke hogan in TNA is a blessing for @MickieJames! Brooke will help her improve her wrestling skills and teach her how to be a star!” Carlito wrote. After James didn’t respond, he added, “I just received sad news! Apparently @MickieJames is not speaking to me anymore. I have no idea what I said or did for her to feel this way!”

– Former WWE star Chris Masters competed in a dark match prior to Thursday’s live Impact Wrestling taping in Orlando, Florida, losing to Robbie E. Following the appearance, he tweeted, “#MTI went down tonight.And a once uncertain future is looking up.”

He then said he would love to accept Crimson’s Open Challenge this Sunday at Slammiversary.

Picture from Chris Masters’ TNA Debut

– Sarita (a/k/a Dark Angel) competes in Mexico tonight. She wrote on Facebook, “Picture it: Myself, Lady Apache, Marcela, Dalys, Lady Afrodita, La Seductora, Tiffany, Amapola, Estrellita, and Luna Magica all in the ring at the same time. CMLL is making it happen tonight! Don’t miss the show tonight in Arena Mexico!”

Jim Ross Blogs About Last Night’s FCW Tapings

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WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross is back with another blog update, which you can read in its entirety at JRsBarBQ.com. Here are some highlights of what JR wrote about last night’s final Florida Championship Wrestling television tapings:

“The atmosphere Thursday night at the last FCW TV taping was intimate and exciting from the sell out, turn away crowd .. I had a blast blast broadcasting w/ WWE HOFer Dusty Rhodes as you will hear if you are able to assess the show which many watch on You Tube.”

“Lots of kids stood out. Rollins, Steamboat, Cesaro, Ohno, Bo Dallas, Bray Wyatt, Brad Maddox, Ascension, Big E Langston, Jason Jordan, Paige, and several others.”

FCW Pictures from Last Night: Vickie Guerrero’s HOT Daughter

“Loved the @thedeanambrose vs @realkingregal bout that had a shockingly, real, physical conclusion. That match was on hour three and will likely air in July but I’m not sure of any of the air dates. When FCW’s TV show runs its course on the Brighthouse Network in Florida, FCW will be replaced by NXT. I’m unaware if the rebranded NXT will air on WWE.com ( doubtful) but will air outside the USA where NXT is currently airing.”

As always, you can (and should) check out Jim Ross’ amazing line of BBQ products at WWEShop.com.

Photos: Raquel Diaz’s New Gimmick In FCW

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WWE developmental diva Raquel Diaz (Shaul Marie Guererro, daughter of Vickie & Eddie) recently debuted a new gimmick that’s been compared to singers Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj.

CM Punk Touring With SmackDown During Randy Orton’s Absence

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With Randy Orton serving a sixty-day suspension for his second violation of WWE’s Talent Wellness Program, WWE Champion CM Punk is being shifted from Raw live events to SmackDown live events to alleviate the secondary brand’s loss of the “Apex Predator.”

The changes go into effect on June 23 for the SmackDown show at the Prairie Capital Convention Center in Springfield, Illinois, where Punk, Sheamus, Daniel Bryan and Alberto Del Rio are the top WWE Superstars advertised. John Cena and Big Show will headline Raw live events, with John Laurinaitis appearing at select events as an additional headliner. Dolph Ziggler is billed as the third star behind Cena and Show on the Raw tour.

The change is expected to be temporary since Punk is not advertised for events past July 29. Orton’s suspension concludes July 27 and he is advertised for events beginning in August.

For SmackDown tapings through late July, Cena and Triple H are being pushed as the main stars in local markets. Cena will only work dark matches while Triple H will make non-televised appearances.

source: F4WOnline.com

Chris Masters Debuts In TNA (Picture), Knockout Changes Name

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– With the arrival of Brooke Hogan to TNA Wrestling, Brooke Adams’ ring name has been reverted back to Miss Tessmacher. She was announced as Miss Tessmacher on Thursday’s live Impact Wrestling and ImpactWrestling.com has the name advertised for her Women’s Knockout Championship Match against Gail Kim at Slammiversary.

– A match pitting Angelina Love against ODB is the featured match on this week’s episode of TNA Xplosion on Challenge.

– Austin Aries, Kurt Angle and Velvet Sky appear at Direct Auto Insurance 2110 Greenridge Rd. Charleston, South Carolina on July 6 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

– Former WWE star Chris Masters competed in a dark match prior to Thursday’s live Impact Wrestling taping in Orlando, Florida. He lost to Robbie E. Check out this picture of Masters in TNA:

Results From Ambrose vs. Regal, Falls Count Anywhere DVD

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– At Thursday night’s final FCW TV tapings, the highly anticipated rematch between Dean Ambrose and William ended in a no contest due to referee stoppage. During the match, Ambrose caused Regal to bleed from the head and the officials stopped the match.

Ambrose flipped out and attacked the referees and wrestlers who came into help Regal. He then applied Regal’s Regal Stretch hold on him. When Regal finally got free, he applauded Ambrose, who proceeded to knock him out with his Knee Trembler move.

Also at the tapings, Vickie Guerrero’s daughter Raquel Diaz cut a promo. She has a totally new look, sporting bleach blonde hair and crazy makeup.

Pictures of Raquel Diaz’s STRANGE New Gimmick

– The official match listing for the upcoming WWE: Best of Falls Count Anywhere Matches DVD and Blu-Ray set has been released. You can view the complete match listing, as well as pre-order the product, at Amazon.com.

Hosted by Mick Foley, the collection will feature matches spanning 30 years from WWE, NWA, WCW, & ECW and will be released on 6/26.

Goldberg Issues Challenge To Crimson, More Trash Talk

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The war of words between TNA star Crimson and Bill Goldberg is heating up. To recap, Crimson said his undefeated streak is “way longer than that Goldberg guy.” When it was brought to his attention that Crimson mentioned him on Impact, Goldberg responded, “Who??”

Goldberg later re-tweeted a message saying that “Goldberg ate chumps like him during his streak every freaking night. #TheRealStreakBelongs2Goldberg””

During last night’s Impact Wrestling post show, Crimson continued to mock Goldberg, he certainly won’t be the person to answer his open challenge for Slammiversary. You can view his comments below (around the 13:25 mark):

When a fan tweeted Goldberg about Crimson’s latest comments, Goldberg told Crimson where he can find him:

“He can meet me at my gym @SutYadPalung ..sparring M,W,F 9am…….my advice is bring headgear and his insurance card.”

Christian Appearing At TNA Slammiversary This Weekend

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TNA President Dixie Carter announced on Twitter this morning that WWE Intercontinental Champion Christian will be appearing at TNA Slammiversary this weekend:

“On a plane headed to Dallas for the big PPV this weekend. Very excited @Christian4Peeps is joinin us for the night. He’s one of my favorites”

When TNA allowed Ric Flair to appear at WWE’s Hall of Fame ceremony earlier this year, it was rumored that in return, TNA requested that Christian do a sit-down interview with TNA. That footage would be used for future TNA DVD releases. It’s unknown whether Christian will be appearing on camera this Sunday at Slammiversary of he’ll be there to film that interview.

Dixie Carter’s announcement could also be a sign that Christian will be the first person announced for the TNA Hall of Fame at the pay-per-view, but that is just speculation at this point.

COUNTDOWN: The Top 5 People Who Belong In TNA’s Hall of Fame

Shane McMahon Rings NASDAQ Opening Bell (Pictures)

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Former WWE executive Shane McMahon was in New York City on Friday morning and rang the opening bell for the NASDAQ stock market in Times Square. Shane’s wife as well as his parents, Vince and Linda McMahon, were at the event.

Shane McMahon is now the CEO of YOU On Demand Holdings, Inc. – one of the top Video On Demand & pay-per-view providers in China. YOU On Demand went public and joined the NASDAQ exchange on May 30th.

Check out these pictures from the event:

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Goldberg Responds To Crimson & Comments On Ryback

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On Thursday’s Impact Wrestling, undefeated TNA star Crimson defeated X Division champion Austin Aries to extend his undefeated streak to 468 days. After the match, he looked into the camera and said his undefeated streak is “way longer than that Goldberg guy.”

A fan told Goldberg on Twitter, “that joke Crimson just basically called you out on @ImpactWrestling you aren’t gonna take that are you?” Goldberg responded – “Who??”

Goldberg later retweeted another message from a fan: “Crimson doesn’t phase @Goldberg because Goldberg ate chumps like him during his streak every freaking night. #TheRealStreakBelongs2Goldberg”

Goldberg was also asked what he thinks about Ryback, with a reader saying, “He’s I guess the new Goldberg….” The real Goldberg replied, “Not exactly …..”

Miz Begins Weapons Training, WWE Results From Seville, Spain

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– WWE RAW World Tour Results from Seville, Spain (6/7):

* Zack Ryder defeated Dolph Ziggler (w/ Vickie Guerrero) with the Rough Ryder.

* Alex Riley defeated Curt Hawkins by TKO.

* WWE Divas champion Layla defeated Beth Phoenix with a neckbreaker.

* Mason Ryan defeated Michael McGuilicutty with the jackhammer.

* John Cena defeated Big Show, Tensai and John Laurinaitis in a handicap match. Show knocked out Tensai with the WMD punch, Cena took out Big Show and nailed Tensai with the AA.

* US Champion Santino retained the title in a 3 way match with Jack Swagger and David Otunga after nailing Swagger with the cobra.

* Kofi Kingston & Brodus Clay defeated Primo & Epico.

* WWE Champion CM Punk defeated Daniel Bryan in a street fight after hitting his GTS finisher.

–  The Miz announced on Twitter on Thrusday that he’s begun weapons training for his starring role in the upcoming WWE Studios film, The Marine: Homefront. He tweeted the following picture:


Countdown: Top 5 Candidates For TNA’s Hall Of Fame

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Countdown: Top 5 Candidates For TNA’s Hall Of Fame

This Sunday night at Slammiversaray X, TNA Impact Wrestling will announce the first indcutee into its new Hall of Fame.

In it’s 10 year history, TNA has defied the odds and established itself as a legitimate alternative to WWE. It’s been a long road and there are countless men and women who deserve recognition for making TNA the company it is today. However, this Sunday – only one person will be announced – and today, due to contractual obligations, only 5 people are eligible for our Top 5 list.

Make sure to comment below tell us what you think of our picks and who you think should be the first inductee into TNA’s Hall of Fame.

Without further ado, #5 on our list is ….

WWE Planning Major Summer Angle, Latest WWE Inbox Video

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– WWE’s creative team has been instructed to come up with a blockbuster storyline that will be one of the focal points of WWE television this summer.

In previous years, similar “summer blockbuster” angles have included the Mr. McMahon limousine explosion (cut short due to the Chris Benoit tragedy occurring shortly after), the formation Nexus in 2010 and CM Punk’s infamous shoot promo last year.

The feeling is that WWE’s ratings and overall television product need a jolt and the Nexus & CM Punk angles both helped spike fan interest.

— In the latest episode of WWE Inbox, John Cena, Cody Rhodes and more answer fan questions sent in via social media:

* ANOTHER Wellness Policy Violation To Be Announced Soon

(Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

More Plans For RAW 1,000: PPV Caliber Matches, Undertaker

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WWE is going all-out for the upcoming 1,000th RAW celebration on July 23rd and plans to treat the show as a PPV-caliber event.

WWE has reached out to dozens of legends to appear at the show, including the usual suspects (Roddy Piper, Dusty Rhodes, Sgt. Slaughter, Jim Duggan, Gene Okerlund, Jimmy Hart) as well as many top names from the Attitude Era. WWE is even considering bringing in Bobby Heenan, but his health situation might prevent him from appearing.

There has been talk of incorporating several vintage production techniques to the show, similar to what we saw on the special “Old School” RAW back in 2010.

The plan is to announce several big matches for the 1,000th RAW and promote the show hard in the weeks leading up to it.

WWE has reached out to the Undertaker and wants to promote his television return several weeks in advance as well.

For much more on what WWE has planned for the RAW 1,000th Episode Celebration, check out our RAW 1,000 news page.

(Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

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