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Nash Re-signs With TNA, Matches Taped For Xplosion, More

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— Kevin Nash has reportedly signed a new deal with TNA Wrestling, thus ending his contract dispute with the organization.

The former World Champion last appeared for TNA on the Oct. 14 episode of iMPACT! where he and Sting announced they were walking away from the company rather than join Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff’s regime.

— Matches taped yesterday in Orlando, Florida for an upcoming edition of Xplosion were Sarita vs. Taylor Wilde and Rob Terry vs. Okada.

— TNA Wrestling’s Director of Public Relations, Steven Godfrey, recently got married in Monroe, Louisiana. An article on his marriage can be read here.

source: PWInsider.com

Shawn Michaels To Promote WrestleMania This Week With HHH

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Shawn Michaels said on his Twitter account this afternoon that he is flying out to Atlanta, Georgia tomorrow to promote WrestleMania XXVII alongside Triple H.

“I was gonna tell ya tomorrow on the way. But someone blabbed. Yes, HHH and I are going to Atlanta to promote Wrestlemania, tomorrow and Friday,” he wrote.

He then noted why he’s promoting the upcoming event and for fans to not get their hopes up on him returning to the ring.

“Easy on the hoping. It’s very simple. They asked and I said yes. I will always help the WWE when I can. It will always be home to me.”

Tickets for WrestleMania XXVVII go on sale this Saturday at 10:00 a.m. via the Georgia Dome box office, Ticketmaster, and by phone (800-745-3000).

HBK Comments On Old School Raw, Bragging Rights News, More

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— Shawn Michaels, who was featured in a promotional commercial Monday promoting next week’s “Old School” episode of Raw, responded to those who asked if he would be appearing on the show.

“For those asking, I will not be at the old school RAW as best I know,” he wrote on Twitter. “Do I already qualify as “Old School?” If so…SWEET!!!”

— There was a late push to amplify Bragging Rights because members of creative felt it was a flat show going in. Vince McMahon, however, made the decision to keep the script intact and not enhance it.

— Today is injured WWE star Skip Sheffield’s birthday. He turns 29 years old.

source: Pro Wrestling Torch

Updated: William Regal Announces His Retirement (Video)

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William Regal announced to the crowd at today’s Raw live event in London, England that the ongoing British tour would be his last because he is retiring soon.

Having started his career wrestling on the carnival circuit in England at the age of 15, he competed across the globe before joining World Championship Wrestling in 1993. After parting ways with the organization in 2000, he joined World Wrestling Entertainment, where he became commissioner. He has been with the company since then.

Throughout his 27-year career, Regal has won more than 60 titles worldwide, including 15 in WWE and 4 in WCW.

He recently signed a 42 month contract renewal with WWE, which puts him under contract until 2014.

Update: A video has surfaced online of William Regal’s retirement speech from this week’s RAW live event from London.. Check it out:

(source: PWInsider.com)

*Spoiler* Another Wrestler Departs From TNA Wrestling

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Raven was written out of TNA Wrestling storylines as a result of a loss to Jeff Hardy that will air on next week’s episode of iMPACT!. It was stipulated that if Raven lost to the World Heavyweight Champion, he would be fired.

Hulk Hogan publicly fired him following the loss, saying, “Raven, you are fired, quote the Hulkster, Nevermore.”

Raven is legitimately parting ways with the organization.

(source: PWInsider.com)

RAW Rating Down, The Fink & Mean Gene On “Old School” RAW

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– Monday’s Last night’s episode of WWE Monday Night RAW drw a 3.1 cable rating, down from last week’s 3.1, and had 4.5 million viewers, down from 4.8 million last week. The show was taped on Monday afternoon from Manchester, England.

– WWE Hall of Famer Howard Finkel will serve as the ring announcer for next week’s 3-hour “Old School” RAW from Hershey, PA. Mean Gene Okerlund will also be on hand conducting interviews.

The following names from the past have been confirmed for the show:

– Rowdy Roddy Piper
– Jimmy Snuka
– Dusty Rhodes
– Ted DiBiase
– Arn Anderson
– The Iron Sheik
– “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan
– Sgt. Slaughter
– Nikolai Volkoff
– Irwin R Shyster

Video: Matt Hardy’s “State Of The Business” Part 1

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Matt Hardy is back with another YouTube video .. The former WWE superstar has begun a new series where he’ll give his candid thoughts on the state of the wrestling industry. Here’s what he posted on YouTube:

This is Part 1 of “My Take On The State Of The Business.”

I discuss what I think is good and bad in the pro wrestling business, what the wrestling business could do to become hot again, as well as why it’s in its current state. Please comment and give me your opinions and feedback.. I look forward to reading your comments! Thanks, and I hope you enjoy my thoughts.

Triple H Updates Fans On His Health, Comments On Promotion

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Triple H participated in a radio interview two weeks ago promoting WWE’s Fan Appreciation Supershow in Hartford, Connecticut.

Regarding the injury that currently has him sidelined, he tore his biceps while filming a movie for WWE Studios. He said it was an old injury that was aggravated. He added that he is currently rehabilitating from the injury and that he has not been cleared to return to the wrestling ring.

In regards to his recent promotion with WWE, he jokingly said his official title is “Señor Advisor.” He said he works with the Spanish announce team and therefore is the “Señor Advisor.”

Commenting on his wife, Stephanie, he said he didn’t really get to know her until they participated in the storyline where they were married.

He concluded the interview by saying that he has shot two movies that will be released in the future.

The interview can be listened here. He also discusses Linda McMahon’s Senate campaign and his three daughters.

WWE Reveals Plans For This Year’s “Tribute to the Troops” Show

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WWE issued the following press release today:

THE MOST PATRIOTIC SHOW OF THE YEAR, “WWE TRIBUTE TO THE TROOPS®,” COMES TO NBC SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18TH AT 9 PM ET
Starring WWE® Superstars and Divas, Miss USA®, Rima Fakih, and The View’s Sherri Shepherd

NEW YORK, NY – November 9, 2010 – World Wrestling Entertainment®, in conjunction with NBC, will honor the United States Armed Forces with its third annual telecast of its holiday special, “WWE Tribute to the Troops.” This year, top WWE Superstars and Divas will travel to Fort Hood, Texas to entertain the nearly 350,000 military personnel, family members, and civilians that make up the largest active duty armored post in the United States Armed Services. Thousands of men and women from Fort Hood have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. The hour-long special will air Saturday, December 18 (9-10 p.m. ET / 8-9 p.m. CT) on NBC.

“WWE Tribute to the Troops” will chronicle WWE Superstars and Divas visiting Fort Hood to meet with the troops and their families this holiday season, culminating with a special live in-ring performance in front of thousands of military personnel. In the grand tradition of Bob Hope, this year’s show will feature appearances by The View’s Sherri Shepherd and Miss USA, Rima Fakih, and performances by special musical guests and a comedian to be announced in the upcoming weeks.

In keeping with the spirit of “Tribute to the Troops” of bringing a little piece of Americana to our men and women overseas, WWE Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon along with WWE Superstars Kelly Kelly®, Big Show®, and Eve™ will also head to Afghanistan on a goodwill tour in early December. This tour will be highlighted on the special.

This trip marks the eighth consecutive year that WWE will bring its one of a kind entertainment to our service men and women to thank them for their commitment to the country and recognition of their sacrifices. “WWE Tribute to the Troops” has become a holiday tradition and is considered TV’s most patriotic and heartwarming show of the year.

Latest Report On Lawler’s Health, Ross Returns To Announcing

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— The latest report on Jerry Lawler’s health is that his left leg is swollen from the knee down to the foot. The cause of the matter is not known, but those close to him believe he has incurred a staph infection. The WWE Hall of Famer’s doctor advised him not to attend Raw since it would have been a ten hour flight to England and the change in air pressure could have possibly cause blood clots.

— Former WWE announcer Jim Ross announced the second quarter broadcast of the Boston Celtics vs. Oklahoma City Thunder NBA game Sunday night in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma for the Boston Celtics Radio Network. Sean Grande, the radio voice of the Celtics, is a huge wrestling fan and asked who Ross would put on his ‘Mount Rushmore’ of wrestling. He said Lou Thesz, Hulk Hogan, Steve Austin and Bruno Sammartino. Grande seemed surprised he didn’t mention Ric Flair, and Ross said that he figured as Mount Rushmore he had to limit it to four.

— The WWE SmackDown taping on Jan. 25, 2011 will be held at the US Bank Arena in Cincinnati, Ohio. Tickets go on sale Dec. 11, 2010.

sources: PWInsider.com, F4WOnline.com

Steve Austin Praises Reaction, Discusses WWE Return Rumors

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WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin spoke with CraveOnline.com to promote his new latest movie, Hunt to Kill.

Regarding rumors that he is hosting an episode of Raw next month, he says he has no knowledge of the matter.

“Man, I haven’t talked with anybody about that,” he replied. “I mean, I’ve been hearing rumors all of a sudden that I’m supposed to appear on Raw or something or other, or a Wrestlemania XXVII thing, and I don’t know anything about it. I haven’t talked with anybody from the WWE. On the 10th of November I’m fixed to head to Vancouver to start another movie, so I don’t think it’s going to happen, and I haven’t had talks of anything happening either.

“Stone Cold” praised TNA Wrestling’s pseudo shoot program, ReACTION, noting his enjoyment for its rawness.

“I watch their Reaction show, and I like the shoot style promos they do on that show. It’s different, it’s not so pre-fabricated, you know, they’re shoot promos and I enjoy that. They feel raw, they feel real.

“Well you know, it goes back to what it was before. That’s the ability to learn to cut a promo and you’re coming from your heart, your guts, your brain. There’s that story you’ve got to tell, but promos have to be real, they can’t be fabricated. You have to believe in them. When you’re not trying to memorize something, you can believe what you’re saying. That’s the fashion that I cut mine as Stone Cold. I believed every word I said 110%. That’s just the way it was.”

To read the interview, click here.

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Jeff Hardy Back In Court, Foley On The Daily Show

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– Jeff Hardy is due back in a North Carolina Superior Court on December 8th for another hearing on his drug charges from September 2009. TNA will tape the last four iMPACT episodes of 2010 from December 6th through the 9th, so Hardy might miss those tapings.

VIEW HERE: Jeff Hardy’s Mugshot Picture From 2009

– Mick Foley will be returning to Comedy Central’s The Daily Show on Wednesday night.

– TNA has announced the card for the company’s 11/12 return to “The Asylum” in Nashville, TN. The following matches are scheduled to take place:

* TNA World Champion Jeff Hardy will be in action

* AJ Styles vs. Raven

* The Motor City Machineguns vs. Ink Inc. vs. Beer Money

* The Pope vs. Abyss, Jeff Jarrett vs. Samoa Joe

* Madison Rayne vs. Velvet Sky

Also, Mr. Anderson will be in action

James Explains Why She Joined TNA, Discusses Brawl With Tara

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MickieJames.com has posted a twenty question interview with the TNA Knockout herself, Mickie James. She discusses her budding music career, her thought process behind joining TNA Wrestling, and what she has planned for the future.

This past Sunday at Turning Point, she had a match with Tara that ultimately turned into a brawl all over the Impact! Zone. She commented:

“It was pretty incredible. It was my first PPV singles match in TNA, so it was my debut in terms of that. I think there’s no doubt that the history between Tara and I is great. She’s definitely one of the best in the business. We brought the fight to eachother. I think we raised the bar for our locker room and any locker room around the world. It was a lot of fun. I know both of us are hurting for certain today (Monday), but it was really cool to raise the bar for ourselves and the business. We’ve heard a lot of comments about how not only was it possibly the match of the night, but ladies match of the year. To have a women’s match get such high praise is an honor. Women’s wrestling is not fluff. We can go just as hard as the guys. That’s why we are in this business. We are wrestlers. We’re not just eye candy who are out there to look good. You heard the crowd chanting “Let Them Fight!” and it was an awesome feeling. I’m excited to see what’s next. I think this is just the beginning of an all out war.”

Regarding her decision to join TNA Wrestling, she remarked:

“I think a lot of people know (TNA President) Dixie Carter attended my CD release party in Nashville in May, so we were talking. I was entertaining the move for a while. I think what made it click was working an independent gig where friends of mine were there. It made me remember why I got in wrestling in the first place. It was my genuine love for wrestling. I think sometimes it becomes a business and you forget the important details. Now I feel like I have a renewed spirit. I remember why I got into the business and it’s that love. I know that Dixie is behind me 100% with the music too. We’re going to try to work both of the schedules together. One hand feeds the other. She gets that. She wants me to be successful and to pursue music or acting if I so choose. She knows I’m representing TNA with everything that I do. That’s not a liberty that you often have in any business. I think that’s a really cool thing. It gives everybody power over their own destiny. It allows you to go after your dreams and do what you want to do. You’re still an individual.”

The entire interview can be read via MickieJames.com.

Veteran TNA Wrestler Reportedly Gone From The Organization

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Eric Young has reportedly parted ways with TNA Wrestling after his contract expired late last month and the two sides couldn’t come to terms on a new agreement.

Young was reportedly offered a significant pay cut, but declined. There is a chance he may return as both sides are currently negotiating.

Young’s departure surprised and saddened a lot of employees at last night’s iMPACT! taping in Orlando, Florida as many viewed him as a “company guy.”

He had been partnering with Orlando Jordan in recent months in a comedy tag team.

sources: F4WOnline.com, PWInsider.com

TNA Wrestling Introduces New World Title Belt (Picture)

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TNA introduced a new World championship belt at Monday’s iMPACT! tapings from Orlando.

Hulk Hogan threw the old belt in the trash and presented Jeff Hardy with the one. The segment will air this Thursday night on Spike.

Unlike the previous traditional black and gold belt, the new belt has a red strap and some very uniquely-shaped metal plates.

COMMENT BELOW: What do you guys think of the TNA Belt? Unique or Ugly as Hell?

Update On Jerry Lawler After Missing Raw – Severe Infection

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Michael Cole noted over commentary during Monday’s Raw that his broadcast partner, Jerry Lawler, is recovering from a knee injury.

Lawler’s former announcing partner, Jim Ross, said on Twitter that the WWE Hall of Famer has a severe infection, resulting from the injury. It prevented him from flying to the U.K. for the show.

Ross added that Lawler is on IV antibiotics and will be okay.

Serena Comments On Living The Straight Edge Lifestyle

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Former WWE talent Serena Deeb joined Arda Ocal and Jimmy Korderas Monday night for an interview on Right After Wrestling. Highlights:

What Serena has been doing since her WWE release. (0:42)

Will Serena keep her hair short going forward. (1:56)

Her reaction to being asked to shave her head by WWE. (3:13)

Her love of traveling and wanting to wrestle in Japan, as well as getting the famous “Ribera” jacket. (8:22)

Have other companies approached her with interest after her “90 day no compete” clause is up? (12:20)

Her new schedule and how its improved her family life. (13:28)

What is the best way to get a response from Serena on Twitter? (14:41)

When asked whether she had to maintain a straight edge lifestyle while on the road, and whether she was asked to, she replied with the following:

“They were big on that (living a straight edge lifestyle outside the ring) and understandably so. It was a really hot angle and an important stable in the company so they definitely wanted that image to be maintained outside of the ring as well. It was more or less implied, never really said. It was just one of those implications.”

“WWE as a company is such a global phenomenon and there is so much media attention surrounding the company. We all know the media is always looking for ways to bash pro wrestling. I think it’s one of those things that they want the employees to maintain a professional image in the public because it’s such a huge company, it’s the messiah of pro wrestling.”

The audio interview can be accessed here.

Survivor Series Changes, More Legends For Old School RAW

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– Also on RAW, a few changes were announced to two of the top matches at Survivor Series. Randy Orton’s WWE title defense against Wade Barrett with John Cena will be a “pinfall or submission only” match – which means no disqualifications. The Divas Title match will now be a handicap match, with both Lay-Cool members defending against Natalya.

– On Monday’s RAW, it was announced that “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, Superfly Jimmy Snuka, Hacksaw Jim Duggan, Nikolai Volkoff and Iron Sheik will appearing on next week’s 3-hour “Old School” edition of WWE RAW. “Mean” Gene Okerlund will also be on hand to conduct interviews.

— Randy Orton pinned Wade Barrett in a three way dark match after RAW with Sheamus after Barrett brought the belt in and went for Orton. Orton ducked and hit Sheamus. Orton took the belt and hit Barrett and pinned him.

Rey Mysteiro Returns To Action, 2 Matches For SmackDown

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– SmackDown star Rey Mysterio returned to the ring on Monday’s live event from Newcastle, England. Mysterio and Edge defeated Alberto Del Rio and Cody Rhodes in tag team action. Rey was on the sidelines for a few weeks due to an inner ear infection but is now healthy and is expected at Tuesday’s SmackDown tapings.

– On Monday’s RAW, two matches were announced for Smackdown this Friday:

* World Heavyweight Champion Kane vs. Big Show

* Edge vs. David Otunga in a Lumberjack match. If David Otunga loses, he’s out of Nexus.

Reason For Lawler Missing Raw, Matches Taped For Superstars

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— Word amongst those in WWE is that Jerry Lawler was unable to appear in Manchester, England for today’s Monday Night Raw taping due to an injury that prevented him from making the trip overseas.

A company source believes the WWE Hall of Famer suffered a knee injury.

Michael Cole and Josh Matthews called the show that will air tonight.

— Two matches were taped today in Manchester, England for this Thursday’s episode of WWE Superstars: Ezekiel Jackson vs. Primo (with AJ), and Yoshi Tatsu vs. Zack Ryder.

— The Nov. 5 episode of WWE SmackDown drew a 1.82 cable rating, with 2,772,000 viewers. It is the second highest rating for the program since moving to Syfy.

— According to WWEDVDNews.com, WWE has plans to release a multi-disc DVD set on Hall of Famer “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase next year. The title is currently in production.

— Today is Raw Superstar Ted DiBiase’s birthday. He turns 28 years old.

source: PWInsider.com

*SPOILERS* For Tonight’s WWE RAW From Manchester, UK

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Tonight’s episode of WWE RAW is being taped on Monday afternoon from Manchester, England.

Here are full results:

– The show starts with John Cena coming down to the ring. Cena introduces Wade Barrett for his “homecoming.” Barrett vows to capture the WWE Championship at Survivor series from Randy Orton. Randy Orton comes down to the ring with Cena and Barrett. While all 3 men are in the ring, the Anonymous RAW General Manager sends in an alert, read by Michael Cole. It’s announced that the main event of tonight’s show will be a 10-man tag team match, with Randy Orton and Wade Barrett as opposing team captains. Barrett’s team will be Nexus members and the RAW GM will select Randy Orton’s 4 partners.

– The Bella Twins and Eve defeated Maryse, Tamina and Alicia Fox. The Bella Twins switched places during the match, allowing one of them to get the win for their team.

– The Uso Brothers defeated The Hart Dynasty with the Snukka Splash. David Hart Smith tried walking out of the match, but Natalya stopped him. The crowd was pretty dead for this one.

– David Otunga vs. John Cena was announced for later in the show.

– Santino Marella will host “Tea Team” tonight with his special guest, Sheamus.

– Randy Orton cut a promo backstage. The Miz walked in and revealed that he is on Team Orton.

– Goldust defeated Ted DiBiase Jr. Maryse tried to steal the million dollor belt during the match, but Aksana stole it back.

– John Cena defeated David Otunga. The rest of Nexus left ringside for the match, continuing the angle that David Otunga is on his way out of Nexus. Cena got the win via submission with the STF.

– It was announced that David Otunga will face Edge on Friday’s WWE Smackdown show. If Otunga loses the match, he is out of Nexus.

– Sheamus defeated Santino Marella by disqualification. Santino was hosting a “Tea Party” segment with Sheamus as his guest when the Anonymous RAW GM booked them in a match. The finish came after Santino hit Sheamus with a low blow. After the match, Sheamus was beating Santino down until John Morrison made the save.

– Backstage, Wade Barrett promised John Cena that Nexus will leave him alone if Barrett wins the WWE Championship at Survivor Series.

– Nexus defeated Randy Orton, The Miz, Daniel Bryan, Mark Henry, and R-Truth. John Cena was the referee. Nexus got the win after The Miz struck Orton with the Money in the Bank briefcase.

John Cena & The Rock Considered For New Superman Movie

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The Superman movie franchise is being rebooted in 2012 and casting is already underway for the lead roles of Superman and his mild-mannered alter ego, Clark Kent.

According to a few entertainment industry publications, both John Cena and Dwayne ‘The Rock” Johnson are being considered for the lead role in Superman: Man Of Steel.

IMDB.com reports that the film is being executive produced by Christopher Nolan (“The Dark Knight”) and will be directed by Zach Snyder.

Aside from John Cena and The Rock, actor Joe Manganiello (“Spider Man 3,” “True Blood”) is also being considered for the part.

(Source: Examiner.com)

Update On Fedor’s Negotiations With Strikeforce

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Strikeforce heavyweight fighter Fedor Emelianenko (21-2) currently has one fight left on his current deal. Strikeforce President Scott Coker  recently spoke to the New York Daily News and said he feels “good” that Emelianenko will re-sign:

“As everybody knows we have a negotiation ongoing with M-1 right now, and I wish I had a simple answer, but it’s an ongoing negotiation. I feel good about it, I feel good about the negotiations. Whether you’re dealing with Dream, or you’re dealing with M-1, or any foreign company there’s always a translation issue, and there’s always a cultural issue, and there’s just a lot of barriers that will come. We’re trying to navigate through the waters and get a fair deal for everybody.”

Dreamer Injured At Turning Point, Absent Knockout Returning

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— Tommy Dreamer wrote on Twitter that he is scheduled to see a doctor today to diagnose his wrist injury from last night’s Turning Point pay-per-view, as the bone is sticking out. He also suffered a black eye during his match with Rob Van Dam.

— Taylor Wilde announced on her Twitter page that she will be on hand for this week’s iMPACT! television tapings in Orlando, Florida. She last appeared on iMPACT! on Sept. 23.

— The official theme song for TNA Wrestling’s Final Resolution pay-per-view is “Make Your Move,” by The Product. The event takes place on Dec. 5.

Update On Rey Mysterio’s Injury, Tonight’s Raw Taping, More

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— Rey Mysterio is active for the SmackDown brand’s live event tour of Europe, but has not been wrestling. An angle is taking place at live events where Mysterio comes out to face Alberto Del Rio in a match, but is then attacked. This subsequently leads to Kofi Kingston facing Del Rio.

Mysterio is suffering from an inner ear imbalance—which is causing him dizziness and nausea.

— Tonight’s episode of Monday Night Raw will be pre-recorded due to the time difference in England. The event is being held at the Manchester Evening News Arena and begins at 2:30 p.m. EST.

— WWE returns to the Cardiff International Arena in Cardiff, Wales on Apr. 19, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale Nov. 10, 2010 at 9:00 a.m.

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