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*Spoiler* WWE Hall of Famer & Former Diva Scheduled For Raw

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Former WWE Diva Lilian Garcia and WWE Hall of Famer Mae Young are both scheduled to appear during Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s birthday celebration tonight on Raw.

During a backstage segment at WrestleMania XXVII, Young told Johnson that she wants “The People’s Strudel.” Rock responded by saying she should be craving other peoples’ studels, such as Moses. The segment concluded with the WWE Hall of Famer slapping The Great One on the rear.

Young’s urges towards Johnson infuriated Garcia, who was watching the pay-per-view broadcast at home.

She wrote on Twitter, “Whoa whoa wait!!!! Mae Young is trying to move in on MY people’s Strudel??? NO WAY @TheRock!!!!!”

Garcia was playing off an infamous backstage interview segment years ago in which she admitted to lusting over “The People’s Strudel.”

source: PWInsider.com

Former Champion Scheduled For Raw, Sin Cara Warms Up Crowd

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— Former WWE star Ron Simmons is backstage at tonight’s Raw taping in Tampa, Florida and expected to appear during the program.

— Sin Cara beat Tyson Kidd in a dark match prior to last night’s Extreme Rules pay-per-view telecast.

— Steve Austin is scheduled to appear at the USA Network’s Upfront presentation in New York City today

— WWE returns to the Mississippi Coliseum in Jackson, Mississippi on August 26, 2011 and the Fed-Ex Forum in Memphis, Tennessee on August 27, 2011.

source: PWInsider.com

Lethal Returning To ROH, Cena Announced Covered By HP, More

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— Former TNA X Division Champion Jay Lethal is returning to Ring of Honor for the first time since 2008. The organization issued a press release today to announce that he will appear on the Best in the World online pay-per-view on June 26.

— The Huffington Post posted an article regarding John Cena announcing to the Extreme Rules audience that U.S. troops “captured and compromised” Osama bin Laden.

— An image of The Undertaker giving the Tombstone piledriver to Triple H is featured on the cover of the latest issue of Power Slam.

— WWE.com has posted new studio photos of Beth Phoenix.

SmackDown Talent Moved To Raw, Hart Comments On bin Laden

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— WWE.com is now listing Alberto Del Rio’s personal ring announcer Ricardo Rodriguez as a member of the Raw roster. While Del Rio was moved to Raw in last week’s Draft, Rodriguez, however, was not officially.

Meanwhile, Ranjin Singh is still listed a member of the Raw roster despite being drafted to SmackDown along with The Great Khali last Tuesday.

— Bret Hart posted the following on Twitter regarding the death of Osama bin Laden.

“I hope before his trip 2 hell, dad, Owen, Bulldog, & Pillman gave Bin Laden torturous stretching. As a dual-citizen, couldn’t be more proud.”

— WWE.com has posted a photo retrospective of Christian’s career. “Captain Charisma” captured the World Heavyweight Championship for the first time last night at Extreme Rules.

J.R. Comments On McCool Leaving WWE, Christian’s Win & More

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Jim Ross posted a blog entry today on his official website, www.jrsbarbq.com. Highlights are as follows:

His health following Extreme Rules: “Very sore today. Broken right hand is hurting. Iced it before going to bed to reduce swelling. Certainly not using the hand as an excuse for losing because I pretty much forgot about it once the ‘match’ started. Bowling shoe ugly bout w/o question. Did the best we could w/ 2 non wrestlers in a tag match.”

Michelle McCool’s departure from WWE: “Sorry to see Michelle McCool leave WWE. She’s an example of what intelligently approaching ones craft will do for you. Michelle evolved into a skilled performer via hard work. Perhaps I’ll see her when her alma mater, Florida State University, hosts Oklahoma in college football this September. Michelle is a gifted athlete and will be missed.”

Christian winning the World Heavyweight Championship: “Really happy for Christian’s success in winning World Heavyweight Title. Christian was ‘due’ and is one of the more underrated performers in WWE and has been for a good while.”

R-Truth’s performance at Extreme Rules: “R-Truth has begun to distinguish himself and had an impactful cameo at Extreme Rules. Again, the key issue here is for Truth to contiune to take advantage of the moment. The door is open, so to speak, and hopefully Truth will walk through it to the next level. An interesting story to follow.”

Kharma’s debut at Extreme Rules: “Enjoyed Kharma’s debut at Extreme Rules. She can potentially be a huge attraction for WWE. She’s different and special. Curious to see where she goes from here. I personally expect great things from her.”

Cole vs. Lawler Feud To Continue, Punk Hurt At Extreme Rules

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— The ongoing Michael Cole vs. Jerry Lawler program is slated to continue through at least WWE Over the Limit, which takes place May 22, 2011 at the KeyArena in Seattle, Washington. A singles match between both personalities is expected to occur.

— CM Punk suffered numerous scrapes on his back during his Last Standing Man Match against Randy Orton last night at Extreme Rules.

— Jim Ross said on Twitter following last night’s Extreme Rules pay-per-view that a leather strap had to be attached to his wrist due to his broken hand; he couldn’t make a fist or grip the strap.

The injury occurred last Monday on Raw when Cole’s tooth made contact with the bone of J.R.’s fist.

— Les Thatcher has written the foreword for Tough Enough trainer Bill DeMott’s autobiography, which is scheduled for release in a few months.

source: PWInsider.com

April Hunter Explains Why She Turned Down TNA Contract Offer

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— April Hunter, who has competed on the independent wrestling scene for numerous years, was offered a contract by TNA Wrestling in 2009. She explained why she declined their contract offer in an interview with www.f4wonline.com.

“First off, I do like the people there and enjoy the locker room and backstage. It’s a fun company. But there were a few issues,” she said.

“The money wasn’t more than I’m offered on the indies. However, the main issue was they asked me to sign a waiver clearing them of any future medical issues, and that I had to get cleared by my own doctor first. I knew of two other girls fighting with them to get their medical bills paid at that point and I wasn’t comfortable with the idea after all the injuries I’ve already been through. I know how easy it is to get hurt and I also know they like to suggest certain high risk moves at times. That is what royally screwed up a match I had with Desire years ago. TNA management put the match together using moves that neither one of us were comfortable or familiar with. So, I said no.

“I’d never rule them out if they change their policies, but for now, I don’t think it’s for me.”

— TNA Wrestling is back on the road on tour starting this Thursday in Joplin, Missouri, followed by events in Fort Smith and Hot Springs, Arkansas.

— Shawn Daivari, who competed in a pre-iMPACT! dark match last month, filmed scenes for a documentary at the television taping.

source: ProWrestling.net

Michelle McCool Comments On Departure, Says “That Was It”

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Michelle McCool is gone from WWE after losing a Loser Leaves WWE Match to Layla last night at Extreme Rules.

The wrestler formerly known as Awesome Kong made her WWE television debut immediately following McCool’s defeat and laid out the multi-time champion with an Implant Buster.

In an indication as to why she’s leaving WWE, McCool revealed to WWE.com that she’s endured a slew of injuries the past two months.

“My foot has been injured for two months now, broken toe, torn joint capsules, torn MCL. I took a good beating by Layla and Kharma, too. I know I’ll be feeling it tonight, tomorrow and probably the next day,” McCool said. “But I’ll wear it with pride.”

McCool was introduced to the WWE audience in 2004 as a competitor in the inaugural Diva Search. Although the former school teacher lost the competition, WWE signed her to a contract in November of that year. She had been wrestling ever since.

“I’ve been doing this for six years now. Love me or hate me, I hope the WWE Universe can respect that night in and night out, I’ve given it my all,” McCool tearfully said. “This is definitely emotional, and I’m sure it’ll be like that for awhile.”

While McCool hopes to see her fans again, it won’t be in the ring.

“Thank you for the love and the hate. Thank you for being you and for watching. Hopefully I’ll see you around – not in the ring – but maybe someday.”

She echoed similar comments on Twitter, writing, “Thx for the love guys….I know there will always be rumors, but that was it – real talk! @mslayel ….nothing but luv 4 u! Luv u all…nite!”

Clay Injured At Extreme Rules, Phoenix Comments On Kharma

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— Brodus Clay suffered a severe gash on his head last night at Extreme Rules after being drove into a ladder by Christian. A great deal of blood gushed from his wound and it is said that he may have suffered a concussion.

Jim Ross wrote the following on Twitter regarding Clay: “Brodus Clay’s a tough monster. Had staples put in his head but wants to compete now! This kid can be a star. Congrats Christian. Overdue.”

— Beth Phoenix took to Twitter to comment on Kharma’s WWE debut.

She wrote, “It would appear that as we say goodbye to one Diva, there is a new terror on the horizon.”

— WWE returns to the Mississippi Coliseum in Jackson, Mississippi on August 26, 2011 and the Fed-Ex Forum in Memphis, Tennessee on August 27, 2011.

source: PWInsider.com

VIDEO: John Cena Announces Bin Laden’s Death

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Check out this video of new WWE champion John Cena announcing the death of Osama Bin Laden to the live crowd following Sunday’s Extreme Rules pay-per-view:

RAW Preview, Lawler vs. Cole Feud To Continue

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– Tonight’s episode of WWE RAW takes place from the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. The Rock returns tonight to celebrate his birthday with his home town fans. What will happen when new WWE champion John Cena and The Rock are on the same show for the first time since making their WrestleMania 28 match official?

SEScoops.com will be on hand for tonight’s RAW and will be posting some exclusive pictures and videos from the show – keep an eye out for those later in the week.

– Get ready for another chapter in the ongoing feud between Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler. Current plans call for the two to square off at WWE’s next pay-per-view, Over The Limit, most likely in a singles match.

Sound Off 157: Cena Drafted To Smackdown (Oh Wait, He’s Back)

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WWE Scraps Plans For Dual-Brand SD, The Rock Celebrates B’day

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— WWE’s creative team has scrapped plans to make Tuesday’s SmackDown taping in Orlando, Florida a dual-brand event. However, Raw talent may still appear on the show.

— Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson turns 39 years old today. Tonight on Monday Night Raw at the American Airlines Arena, “The Most Electrifying Man In All of Entertainment” celebrates his birthday with celebrities, the WWE fans and all of WWE’s Superstars and Divas.

As part of The Rock’s birthday celebration, for one full week starting today, he and WWE will donate all proceeds from “Team Bring It” shirts sold at WWEShop.com to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Today would have also marked as former WWE talent Ray “Big Boss Man” Traylor’s 48th birthday. He died of a heart attack at his home in Dallas, Georgia on September 22, 2004.

source: F4WOnline.com

Cena Addresses bin Laden’s Death Following Extreme Rules PPV

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Following tonight’s Extreme Rules pay-per-view broadcast, John Cena announced that during the event, U.S. troops “captured and compromised” Osama bin Laden. His announcement drew a massive ovation from the audience.

The new WWE Champion gave a speech about American pride while fans chanted “U-S-A.” He posed with fans while ring announcer Justin Roberts thanked the audience for attending Extreme Rules.

Cena then went on Twitter to comment on the news.

He wrote, “CeNation. Proud day in the war on terror. Many brave soliders made the ultimate sacrifice in hopes of what happened tonight.

“I am not certain if this conflict is over. But tonight was a very very proud moment for the good guys. God bless America.”

President Barack Obama announced Sunday in a dramatic late-night statement at the White House that US forces killed the al Qaida leader in Pakistan and took custody of his remains.

Ross Confirms Broken Hand, Salley Appears On “Tough Enough”

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— Jim Ross confirmed on his Twitter account that he broke his hand during his match against Michael Cole last Monday on Raw. The injury occurred due to Cole’s tooth making contact with the bone of J.R.’s fist.

Ross wrote, “Just confirmed by WWE doctors… @JRsBBQ is going to be competing with a broken right hand tonight at @WWE Extreme Rules.”

As Ross brawled with Jack Swagger, Cole snuck up on the Hall of Famer and rolled him up for the win.

— It was reported earlier that NXT Season 4 contestant Jamie Keyes would be attending tonight’s Extreme Rules pay-per-view in Tampa, Florida. She attended the event as a fan as she posted an image of herself inside the St. Pete Times Forum.

Diana Smith, mother of David Hart Smith, also indicated on Twitter that she would be on hand for the event. The WWE Superstar was among the Lumberjacks in the WWE Tag Team Championship Match pitting Big Show and Kane against Wade Barrett and Ezekiel Jackson.

— Retired NBA player John Salley appears on tomorrow night’s episode of Tough Enough. Alongside Rey Mysterio, the four-time NBA Champion educates the contestants on teamwork.

source: PWInsider.com

Three Title Changes Take Place At WWE Extreme Rules

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John Cena is a 10-time World Champion after defeating The Miz and John Morrison in a Steel Cage Match tonight at Extreme Rules.

The match concluded with The Miz teased the Skullcrushing Finale, which was countered by Cena using an Attitude Adjustment from the top rope. Cena made the cover to become the new WWE champion.

Earlier in the evening, Christian beat Alberto Del Rio in a Ladder Match to capture his first-ever World Heavyweight Championship.

The 21-minute contest concluded following interference from Edge, who made an unadvertised appearance to distract Del Rio. Christian proceeded to scale a ladder to capture his first major title in WWE.

Also changing hands was the United States Championship. SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long scheduled an impromptu Tables Match between Kofi Kingston and United States Champion Sheamus, which resulted in the high-flyer smashing The Celtic Warrior through the hardwood to capture the title for a second time.

Michelle McCool Loses Loser Leaves WWE Match, Kharma Debuts

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Michelle McCool was written off WWE programming tonight at Extreme Rules as she lost an emotionally-charged Loser Leaves WWE Match to Layla.

After apologizing to the Divas locker room, Layla turned her recent streak of losses around when the Diva Search winner had to fight to stay in WWE. The No-Disqualification, No Count-out Match concluded with Layla countering McCool’s attempt at Faithbreaker with a crucifix pin.

While McCool broke down in tears alone in the ring, the wrestler formerly known as Awesome Kong emerged. Upon entering the ring, Kharma grasped McCool and delivered a implant buster butterfly suplex. Backstage, the Divas echoed concern over Kharma’s debut. Similarly to Hugh Morrus, Kharma switched between maniacal laughter and seriousness.

It is unclear at this time whether McCool is leaving WWE permanently.

Poster For Capitol Punishment PPV, Rumor On Batista & WWE

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— The promotional poster for WWE’s Capitol Punishment pay-per-view event, which takes place June 19 at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. has been released. It features Randy Orton.

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The synopsis reads: “WWE storms the Nation’s Capitol in this inaugural pay-per-view event. Don’t miss John Cena, Randy Orton, Edge, The Miz, and all your favorite WWE Superstars at WWE Capitol Punishment live on pay-per-view.”

— It’s being rumored that WWE has offered Batista a contract to return to the organization.

— John Cena shots scenes for Fred The Movie 2 at last Tuesday’s SmackDown taping in Greensboro, North Carolina. The film is schedule to premiere on Nickelodeon on Halloween.

source: F4WOnline.com

Trailer For Best Of Monday Nitro DVD, Update On Ex-Nitro Girl

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— WWE has released a preview trailer for The Very Best Of WCW Monday Nitro DVD highlighting Diamond Dallas Page losing the World Heavyweight Championship and winning it back on the same night.

To view it, click here.

The Very Best Of WCW Monday Nitro is scheduled for released on June 7.

— Former WCW Nitro Girl Kimberly, 42, recently remarried after divorcing Diamond Dallas Page in 2005. She now goes under the name Kimberly Ross and works as a management consultant near Salt Lake City, Utah.

— NXT Season 3 contestant Jamie Keyes stated on Twitter that she is going to tonight’s Extreme Rules pay-per-view. She was released from her WWE contract shortly after her elimination from NXT in October.

Nash Teases TNA Return, Promotional Poster For Slammiversary

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— Kevin Nash teased a return to TNA Wrestling last week—due to it appearing that WWE will not bring him back as a performer.

“WWE going young, he wrote on Twitter. “Your my fan base, sit on my ass or watch my buddy’s Sting ass?”

— The promotional poster for TNA Slammiversary, which features Eric Young, Kazarian, Daniels, Robert Roode, James Storm, AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin, has been released.

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The synopsis reads: “Nearly a decade ago, it started as a dream that has became a reality. Join legends Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair and The Icon Sting as the power struggle between Immortal and Fortune escalates to a new level of intensity. The World Championship is on the line and the very future of TNA is at stake. TNA presents Slammiversary LIVE! on Pay per View.”

— Former TNA Wrestling talent Shawn Daivari turned 27 years old yesterday.

Obama Use Hogan’s Entrance Song, Orndorff Benefit Scheduled

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— At last night’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner, United States President Barack Obama came out to Hulk Hogan’s patriotic theme song “Real American” while his birth certificate flashed on the screen.

Video is available here.

— A benefit is being held for WWE Hall of Famer Paul Orndorff, who has been battling cancer, next Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. at the Southern Comfort Bar in Conley, Georgia. Wrestlers are advertised are advertised to appear there in support of Orndorff.

— Chris Jericho fills in for Nikki Sixx this Wednesday on XM Satellite Radio’s Sixx Sense.

— Former WWE and WCW talent Dave Taylor celebrates his 54th birthday today.

source: PWInsider.com

WWE Signs Former Champ’s Son, NXT Winner Competing In FCW

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— WWE has signed Jesse White, son of three-time WCW World Heavyweight Champion Big Van Vader, to a developmental contract. It was speculated in recent weeks that White, who has competed in Japan, would be signed following a tryout at the organization’s developmental facility in Tampa, Florida.

— Johnny Curtis has been largely competing in Florida Championship Wrestling since winning the fourth season of NXT on March 1. He lost to Husky Harris at last Thursday’s FCW taping.

— WWE developmental wrestler Bo Rotundo, son of WWE producer Mike Rotunda (a/k/a Irwin R. Schyster), now dons a masks in Florida Championship Wrestling under the name Mr. Florida.

— The two-hour documentary portion of WWE RAW: The Best of 2010 DVD begins airing on pay-per-view on June 6.

source: PWInsider.com

What Khali & Mahal Said On SD, Cena Takes Shot At The Rock

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— John Cena took another shot at Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson yesterday on Twitter.

“CeNation. Just heard that yesterday the man who invented the telepromter died at 91,” he wrote. “Somewhere right now the great one is in mourning :)”

— The April 29 episode of SmackDown featured 36 minutes and 31 seconds of in-ring action, up from 31 minutes and 57 seconds the week before.

— WWE developmental talent Jinder Mahal, a wrestler billed from Punjab, India, debuted on last week’s episode of SmackDown. He appeared in a backstage segment with Rey Mysterio, The Great Khali and Ranjin Singh, where The Punjabi Playboy and his manager wish The Master of the 619 good luck on Raw. Mahal greets Khali in their native tongue and walks off.

To translate what was said, reader Ashish noted that Khali and Singh asked Mahal he was there. He that he is a new roster member and plans to be there for a long time. After he walked off, Khali and Singh said it’s good to see him in WWE.

source: prowrestling.net

Card For Tonight’s Extreme Rules PPV – Six Matches Announced

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WWE’s third annual Extreme Rules pay-per-view event takes place tonight at the St. Pete Times Forum in Tampa, Florida. There are currently six matches scheduled for the event.

WWE Championship Triple Threat Steel Cage Match
The Miz (c) vs. John Cena vs. John Morrison

World Heavyweight Championship Ladder Match
Christian vs. Alberto Del Rio

Last Standing Man Match
Randy Orton vs. CM Punk

Country Whipping Match
Jerry Lawler and Jim Ross vs. Jack Swagger and Michael Cole

Falls Count Anywhere Match
Rey Mysterio vs. Cody Rhodes

Loser Leaves WWE Match
Layla vs. Michelle McCool

Steiner Comments On Return To TNA, Working With Morgan

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His feelings on returning to TNA after an eleven-month absence: “Part of the reason was I don’t know why I left. That was not my decision, and obviously they brought me back to bring the ratings back. Now I’m here, and we can go out there and prove that I’m still the best.”

Why he believes Matt Morgan’s collegiate and basketball backgrounds will not help him when “Big Poppa Pump” and “The Blueprint” square off soon: “I tired to look up his (Matt’s) profile on the computer and saw Monmouth College somewhere in the cesspools of New Jersey. I never heard of that. And supposedly Chaminade, where they somehow made it to the NCAA Tournament, where he played a couple of minutes. Fans are going to be deeply disappointed when it comes down to athletic ability, because he says he’s trying to follow in my footsteps. You can’t follow in my footsteps. So he plays with little balls and puts them in the holes. That’s not going to help his ass when he gets in the ring.”

What fans can expect at CWI’s “Brawl at the Bush II” event in Brantford, Ontario, Canada (headlined by his CWI Title defense vs. Kevin Nash and a special appearance by Hulk Hogan): “It’s going to be a great event. There’s going to be a lot of stars there. Of course I have to go against Kevin Nash, which will be a hard-fought match. Hulk Hogan’s going to be there, so anybody who’s a wrestling fan should enjoy the show.

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