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Fatal 4 Way Main Events & News On Several Developmental Stars

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– The main events for WWE’s new Fatal 4 Way pay-per-view will in fact be two Fatal 4 Way championship matches. WWE sent out the following promotional blurb about the event over the weekend, which takes place on June 20th from the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, NY:

Get ready for WWE’s most unpredictable event as eight WWE Superstars face off in two separate Fatal 4 Way championship matches! Watch Randy Orton, John Cena, Triple H, Rey Mysterio, and all your favorite Superstars in “WWE: Fatal 4 Way” live on Sunday, June 20, 2010 on pay-per-view!

– Developmental wrestler Brett DiBiase, brother of Ted DiBise, suffered a knee injury at Thursday’s Florida Championship Wrestling tapings during a match with fellow second generation star Joe Hennig. No word yet on the severity of the injury. DiBiase and Hennig are expected to be called up to the main roster soon as part of a new “privileged sons” stable led by Ted DiBiase,  but the formation of that new group might be delayed.

– Orlando Colon, the cousin of WWE superstars Carlito and Primo, is now wrestling as “Tito Colon” in Florida Championship Wrestling. He had previously been working as “Tito Nieves.” Tito Colon is also close to being called up to the main roster and will likely be paired with Carlito and Primo when he debuts.

– Developmental referee Aaron “Goose” Mahoney is now on the road with the main roster and has begun working house shows.

Jack Swagger Inteview: Being World Champ, His Dream Feud

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WWE World Heavyweight champion Jack Swagger recently spoke to Mike Mooneyham of South Carolina’s Post and Courrier newspaper. Here are some highlights of what Swagger said about:

Being World Champion: “It’s been unbelievable, it’s such an incredible honor. I don’t think it’s completely sunk in yet. This last month or so has been so surreal. I’ve tried to enjoy it a much as I can.”

His Current role: “Right now I think what you see is the respect I have for the championship. It’s the top of the game and there’s nothing bigger. I need to carry myself in such a way of a world champion because it is such an honor. Other than that I wouldn’t read too much into the character. I’m just portraying a champion.”

His Dream Feud: “A dual program with The Undertaker, who I think is the greatest wrestler ever, and Rey Mysterio. It would be Jack Swagger vs. Rey Mysterio vs. The Undertaker for the world heavyweight title. That would be great.”

Visit PostandCourrier.com to read the full interview.

Related: Pictures of Jack Swagger’s hot new wife, Catalina White

WWE RAW Preview For Tonight: Wayne Brady Hosting

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Tonight’s episode of WWE RAW take place from the Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville, Florida. Here’s an early preview for the show:

– Actor and comedian Wayne Brady will be tonight’s Guest Host. Brady, who currently hosts the synidcated “Let’s Make a Deal” game show, posted the following on Twitter over the weekend:

“Going to Orlando for my mom’s 79th then on to Jacksonville for some WWE RAW action baby! Hell yeah! Emmys and Grammys are cool but nothing beats rasslin’,”

– No matches have been announced as of Monday morning.

– Expect to see appearances from some of the superstars who were drafted to RAW last week – including Chris Jericho, Edge, John Morrison, R-Truth, Goldust and the Hart Dynasty.

– John Cena vs. Batista is being advertised as the dark match main event.

Check back later for an updated preview.

Sound Off 108: Living In An Amish Paradise (Quack Quack)

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Solomonster Sounds Off

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Est. Runtime: 64 minutes

Thoughts on the (pointless) 2010 Draft, Impact’s epic fail, WWE making a huge mistake with Jim Ross, Tara leaving TNA, Batista the Thespian and my unexpected debut for WuW at their “Spring May Survival” show. Hint: it involves a duck.

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TNA iMPACT! Preview: World Title Match, Tag Match, O-Zone

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The following matches and segments are being advertised for tonight’s live episode of TNA iMPACT! on Spike:

– Rob Van Dam will defend the TNA World Heavyweight title. No opponent has been named yet, but RVD will face one of the top contenders in TNA’s new Top Ranking System. Click Here to vote for the rankings and see who is currently in the lead.

– Beer Money vs. The Motor City Machine Guns.

– After Abyss defeated Ric Flair last week, who will Hulk Hogan give Ric Flair’s Hall of Fame ring to?

– The debut of Orlando Jordan’s new interview segment – “O-Zone” – with special guest Rob Terry.

– Douglas Williams will make his first appearance since being stripped of the X Division Title at TNA Lockdown for being unable to appear.

The Motor City Machine Guns have issued a following “Public Service Announcement” for their match with Beer Money on Monday.

Yet Another Update On Jim Ross’ WWE Contract Status

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Jim Ross has updated his blog at JRsBarBQ.com with another update on his WWE status:

“This matter is much more simple than many perceive. My WWE ‘talent contract’ has ended after a 17+ year run with the company. However, I am still a WWE employee handling the same talent relations functions that I have executed for the company for the past few years including since moving to Oklahoma. I simply do not have a ‘talent contract’ as WWE has no plans to utilize me as an on air talent at this time.

“The WWE engaged in talks with me on Thursday of this week to discuss a new job description that would include what I am now doing along with other talent relations oriented matters. I am considering this offer and I trust that a decision will be made soon regarding this opportunity. In the meantime, I am still interested in a variety of projects and opportunities.”

Visit JRsBarBQ.com for more from Jim Ross on the subject.

No Host Scheduled For Draft, WWE Likely Dropping Magazine

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— WWE will not be having a celebrity guest host for the three-hour Apr. 26 edition of Raw, which will feature the annual roster draft. Company officials won’t be having a host for the show in order to keep the focus on the draft itself. This will be the first episode of Raw not to feature a guest host since the inception of the concept last June.

Following the draft and throughout the summer, WWE is expected to continue working with movie studios to feature more guest hosts promoting summer films. (source: Pro Wrestling Torch)

— There has been talk of ceasing WWE Kids Magazine following this year as a result of poor sales.

— The SmackDown house show on June 12th, 2010 will be held at the Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Tickets go on sale May 8th, 2010. (Thanks to Devin Cutting)

WWE Contacts Tiger To Host Raw, Taker Doing Rare Signing

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— WWE officials are reportedly looking to book golfer Tiger Woods to host the Jun. 7 Monday Night Raw taking place in Miami, Florida. However, few believe he will accept the offer. (source: Wrestling Observer Newletter)

— On Wednesday, May 19th, Florida Championship Wrestling will hold a meet and greet autograph session with the one and only Undertaker. Those who purchase a Gold Ringside ticket for the evening’s event will have a chance to meet “The Deadman” himself, as well as FCW talent and Chris Hovan of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Click here for more information. Those interested should act now as tickets are very limited.

— Justin Gabriel has posted his first video blog. He discusses Tuesday’s Talk the Talk Challenge, feeling he could have done much better.

Maria Kanellis’ Debut Album Charts, Ex-WWE Stars Hit Anaheim

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— Maria Kanellis’ much anticipated debut album, Seven Sins, is now available on iTunes for $3.99. Seven Sins includes four songs as well as a digital photo book. Those interested in purchasing the album can do so here.

As far as sales figures are concerned, Seven Sins charted on iTunes’ Top Albums chart on the day of its release, peaking at No. 120. However, the album has since fallen off the top 200 chart altogether.

— A number of former WWE stars will be on hand for this weekend’s Anaheim Wizard World Comic Con including Rob Van Dam, “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase, The Honky Tonk Man, Greg “The Hammer” Valentine, Candice Michelle, Lilian Garcia, Bushwhacker Luke and Virgil. Click here for more information.

— Yesterday was former WWE Women’s Champion Amy “Lita” Dumas’ birthday as she turned 35 years old.

Jordan’s Boyfriend Likely Through With TNA, Tara Injury Update

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— It is possible that Orlando Jordan’s boyfriend, Cameron, won’t be used again as a character in TNA. While he has not yet been fired at last word, there was talk of doing away with him. He has not been used on iMPACT! the past two weeks.

Cameron’s possible departure from the company is based on an incident that took place at the hotel bar following television tapings three weeks ago where he was doing something described as very lewd in front of the wife of a major executive who was offended. A very upset Ric Flair got him to stop and lambasted him over it.

— Tara’s recent hand injury occurred while she was taking part in kickboxing training, not during a match. Her hand was not broken, but rather badly swollen.

— Kurt Angle was said to be banged up following his ladder match with Mr. Anderson on last week’s iMPACT!. As noted earlier, he will be taking some time off following Lockdown.

source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

WWE Injury Report: Cena, Mysterio, Morrison, Triple H

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– Since his match at WrestleMania with Batista, WWE Champion John Cena has been suffering from back and knee problems.

– In addition to the neck problems Triple H is suffering from right now, one of The Game’s surgically repaired quads is giving him trouble. Right now, Triple H is scheduled to work only television and PPV events. He was kept off WWE’s European tour to rest up for his Street Fight with Sheamus at Extreme Rules.

– Rey Mysterio had to be assisted leaving Tuesday’s television taping in London, England following his show closer dark match with CM Punk.

– John Morrison may have suffered an injury during the company’s ongoing tour as he did not work Tuesday’s SmackDown taping. However, it should be noted that it is not 100% confirmed.

— WWE.com confirmed this week that Ezekiel Jackson underwent successful surgery to repair his torn quadriceps. According to WWE, the recovery process could sideline the final ECW Champion for up to six months. Tough break for the young star.

Bischoff Reponds To Cornette’s Death Threats To Russo

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Eric Bischoff has responded to a fan question about Jim Cornette’s recent death threats to TNA creative member Vince Russo.

Read More: Cornette Threatens Russo, Receives Legal Letter From TNA

A fan asked Bischoff on Facebook: “Cornette knows this business and is quite intelligent but either he’s suffering from dimentia or he has realized that he has burned every viable bridge and has become desperate to get over using the “shock” approach. It comes off as pathetic. If that’s how you feel then keep it to yourself. Mr. Tayler really had no choice in this matter. Heaven forbid if Mr. Russo would have been murdered (by Cornette or anybody else) then Mr. Tayler could have been in a lot of hot water.”

Bischoff responded with some harsh words for Cornette, who he calls a “low rent con man:”

“Cornette doesn’t know any business. He is a low rent con man that is only good at gaining the attention of the internet wrestling community. He’s all yours! Trust me, he never has nor ever will become a part of a meaningful national promotion. But if you are looking for a bootleg dvd or a fake autograph….hes your guy!”

Update On Paul Heyman Possibly Coming To TNA

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Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

– TNA has either made a direct offer or has sent strong hints to Paul Heyman that he would be welcomed on the TNA creative team. Heyman coming into TNA has been a popular topic of discussion backstage, especially among the many ECW originals currently with the company. While there is still a chance Heyman comes to TNA, it’s been said that it was looking more likely a few weeks ago and the more he hears about what’s going on behind the scenes, the less interested he becomes.

– Vince Russo will be moving from Colorado to Nashville soon. As previously reported, Russo has been telling people he’s been burt out lately from writing and could be taking a different role in the company when he moves to Nashville.

Abyss Storyline Spoiler, Former WWE Stars to TNA & More

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Partial Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

– Former WWE Diva Kristall Marshall confirmed on Twitter last week that she and Bobby Lashley have split up. She wrote:

“Hello everyone Bobby (Lashley) and I have split, but remain great friends. He is a constant in our son’s life and a tremendous father.”

– With Tommy Dreamer’s WWE no-compete clause expired, he’s expected to wind up in TNA soon either as an agent or as on-air talent.

– TNA has also had talks with former WWE star Nick “Eugene” Dinsmore about doing a spinoff of the Eugene character in TNA.

Warning: The following contains a potentially big TNA storyline *Spoiler*

– Current plans call for the monster Abyss to turn on his hero, Hulk Hogan. No word yet when the turn will happen, but it’s been planned for quite some time.

TNA Lockdown Fanfest Info, Lockdown Tickets

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– TNA has currently sold around 2,600 tickets for Sunday’s Lockdown pay-per-view. They are hoping for 4,000 in the arena for the night of the show.

– TNA has announced that Jeff Hardy will be appearing at the Lockdown Fan Interaction event this Saturday. Names scheduled to appear include: Hulk Hogan, Ric Flair, Sting, Bobby Heenan, Jimmy Hart, Dory Funk Jr., Baron Von Raschke, Kurt Angle, The Band, Beer Money, Mr. Anderson, The Pope, The Beautiful People, Desmond Wolfe, Chelsea, Kaz, Rob Terry, Amazing Red, Orlando Jordan, Earl Hebner, Angelina Love, AJ Styles, Rob Van Dam, Team 3D, Eric Bischoff, Abyss, Jeff Jarrett, Tara, Mike Tenay, Taz, Eric Young, Doug Williams, Jesse Neal, Hector Guerrero, Willie Urbina, Slick Johnson, David Penzer, SoCal Val, Jeremy Borash, Christy Hemme and Jeff Hardy

Cornette Threatens Russo, Receives Legal Letter From TNA

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Former TNA creative writer Jim Cornette published today on his official website a strongly worded e-mail he sent to Terry Taylor, TNA Wrestling’s Director of Talent Relations, saying that while he meant no ill will towards anyone in the company, he would murder writer Vince Russo if he could.

Included in the e-mail is descriptive passage saying he regularly wakes up from dreams in which he’s in the act of murdering Russo and that he would willingly go to jail if he ever saw him in person again.

In an e-mail dated Mar. 19, Cornette wrote to Taylor, among other things: “I will say it because I am trying to quell the burning in my heart–I hate Vince Russo. I despise Vince Russo. I want Vince Russo to die. If I could figure out a way to murder him without going to prison, I would consider it the greatest accomplishment of my life.

“I hate him for the money he’s cost me. I hate him for what he’s done to the business. I hate him for keeping TNA from being competitive to WWE. I hate him for the careers, even the lives he’s ruined with his shitty booking and the irreparable damage he’s done to every promotion he’s been involved with. I regularly wake up from dreams in which I am in the act of murdering him. I literally burn whenever I think of him. I have sworn to myself that I will willingly go to jail if I ever see him in person again, and he had better pray to his fictitious invisible man in the sky that that day never comes. I intend to make it my life’s work and mission to **** with him and anything he ever has anything to do with in the wrestling business.”

He added that he hopes TNA goes under “because of the stupidity Dixie (Carter) has exhibited in employing Russo and now the WCW murderers.” He indicated he’s mad at Jeff Jarrett for talking him into working with Russo, as well as Carter, for employing Russo and lying to him about why he was fired.

Cornette’s e-mail prompted a legal response from the law firm of Davis, Shapiro, Lewit & Hayes, LLP, a firm representing TNA Entertainment.

Their letter states that Cornette’s comments towards Russo constitute “terroristic threats” and that he “has understandably experienced extreme fear for himself and his family” as a result of the comments made by him. They added that Cornette’s “terroristic threats” have been reported to “applicable Federal and State law enforcement agencies.” The letter also states, “any further threats to contact Vince Russo or any other TNA personnel (directly or indirectly) shall be viewed as acts in furtherance of such threats and shall be pursued and prosecuted accordingly.”

Cornette has posted both the e-mail as well as the legal letter on JimCornette.com.

Internal Concern For Jeff Hardy, Rating For “iMPACT!” Replay

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— There is much internal concern regarding the state of Jeff Hardy. Many feel his work since coming to TNA has been lackluster not to mention that his promos are rambling and sometimes virtually incoherent. Several people are comparing his current state to his previous run in the company, which occurred as a result of his termination from World Wrestling Entertainment for erratic behavior, drug use, refusal to enter rehab and deteriorating ring performance.

Kevin Nash received a concussion as a result of Hardy during their cage match two weeks ago on iMPACT! as he landed on his head while performing The Swanton.

— Last Thursday’s replay of iMPACT!, which began 10 minutes late since a movie ran over, drew a 0.6 cable rating with 758,000 viewers.

— The recently released Christopher Daniels will be working television tapings for Ring of Honor next month.

source: www.f4wonline.com

TNA Wrestling Looking To Sign Two More Major Names

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In response to Impact‘s lackluster ratings, discussion of bringing Jim Ross and Paul Heyman to TNA has heated up amongst company officials.

Ross remains under contract to World Wrestling Entertainment through the 30th of this month and has indicated on his official website that he doesn’t know what the future holds for him in WWE.

Heyman is contractually free, but hasn’t shown much interest in joining TNA when friends have asked him about joining the company in the past. However, they feel he would accept a position with the company if he was given power beyond appearing as a character and writing shows.

source: www.pwtorch.com

Report On Hemme’s TNA Contract, Hardy Working Indy Show

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— As reported earlier, Christy Hemme has re-signed with TNA Wrestling. Regarding specifics of her contract, the official website of The Honky Tonk Man is reporting that Hemme inked a three-year deal with TNA worth $175,000 per year. The website also notes that Hemme’s new contract has left some of her fellow female co-workers noticeably upset.

Hemme’s deal is being compared to Awesome Kong’s as the recently released Knockout was receiving $400 per appearance from TNA. Reportedly, Kong’s inability to attain a slight raise in salary was her main point of contention with TNA, which led to her ultimately departing from the organization.

— Jeff Hardy will be working his first independent wrestling show since his departure from World Wrestling Entertainment as he is advertised to appear at a Northeast Wrestling event taking place in Newburgh, New York on Saturday, Apr. 23. He will be teaming with Shannon Moore as they take on Rob Eckos and Brian Anthony. Velvet Sky is also advertised to face former TNA performer Roxxi. Visit www.northeastwrestling.com for more information.

— TNA Wrestling conducted a fundraiser for the families affected by the West Virginia mining accident last week, raising $9,000.

— The pre-sale code for the TNA live event taking place on Saturday, May 22 in Houston, Texas at the Verizon Wireless Theater is 542418. The pre-sale begins today at Ticketmaster.com.

Two More WWE Stars Reportedly Hurt, Diva’s Release Confirmed

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— Injuries continue to mount for WWE as Rey Mysterio had to be assisted leaving last night’s television taping in London, England following his show closer dark match with CM Punk. Meanwhile, John Morrison may have suffered an injury during the company’s ongoing tour as he did not work last night’s SmackDown taping. However, it should be noted that it is not 100% confirmed.

— It has been confirmed that Beverly Mullins, who briefly appeared as a backstage announcer for ECW under the name Courtney Taylor, has been released from her WWE developmental contract. Her image was quietly removed from the official website of Florida Championship Wrestling last week, which often indicates that a performer has parted ways with WWE.

Mullins took time off following her debut on ECW and never returned to the main roster as Savannah ended up in her former role.

— The WWE Raw house show on November 10th, 2010 will be held at the Municipal Hall in Graz, Austria. Tickets go on sale April 30th, 2010.

source: PWInsider.com

Melina Reacts To Eve Torres Winning The Divas Championship

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On Twitter, multi-time champion Melina posted a few strongly worded messages concerning Eve Torres’ Divas title opportunity on Monday’s Raw. Notably, Melina said she didn’t want to see the title “get lost on someone who can’t bring attention or validity to it.” While initially she didn’t mention Eve by name, she specified the 2007 Diva Search winner following her championship victory on Monday, adding that she got cheated out of the special moment one consumes after taking time to reach such a noted accomplishment.

Here is what Melina wrote:

* “My 984th Tweet will be about Maryse. Other reasons I want her to win. Not only is she the most experienced out of the two but she is the most charismatic one. She is entertaining in her own right and puts focus on the championship. The title will get lost on someone who can’t bring attention or validity to it. She is a good heel. She can sneak or cheat to win. Her ways of winning the title without earning it makes it worth something bcuz it shows that the championship is so important a person is willing to lie, cheat and steal!!! In turn it makes you want to see a babyface knock her teeth in and win it the way you should, by wrestling!!! You earn that championship, by Maryse constantly cheating or finaggling her way to retain it, she makes a Baby fight for it and in a different way, earn it. Good for her. Make that title mean something girl! Please!”

* “I still stand by what I say. Back in the Trish/Lita/Jazz era, the women earned the title and fought for it. It meant so much. Women looked at them and wanted to be as great as them. It shouldn’t be about taking turns on who gets to put in on this week. It should be about who earned it and who brings credibility to it. I still wish it could have been Jillian, Katie or Gail to have that opportunity. All I wanted was to start a new era. To make those women proud to see we were keeping it alive.”

* “Just to make sure everyone understands, I think Eve is an up and coming talent. She has potential like many of our Divas. Like many of our Divas, they deserve a better title moment than that. With a good chase and a good build up. Maybe you need to be a wrestler to know that feeling but, it’s an incredible feeling when you have reached such an honor. Where it took time and you invested so much to reach that moment/ that level. She got cheated out of that. No one understands that. Good for her. Be good to your heels, they make you who you are… As a former heel, I know. Do your thing chica.”

WWE Superstars Preview, The Miz Appears On Children’s Show

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— Matches taking place on tomorrow night’s episode of WWE Superstars are as follows:

* Christian vs. Chavo Guerrero
* Ted DiBiase vs. MVP
* Carlito vs. Matt Hardy

— The Miz appeared on Blue Peter yesterday, a children’s television program which airs on BBC. You can view a clip of his appearance on the show here. The entire episode is available here.

— Chris Jericho is featured on the cover of the latest issue of Pro Wrestling Illustrated. You can view the cover here.

HHH Dealing With Another Injury, More On SD Moving To SyFy

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— In addition to issues with his neck, Triple H is also dealing with issues to his quadriceps, reports Figure Four Weekly Online. Hence, he’s being taken off house shows for the time being, though he will continue to work television. John Cena vs. Sheamus headlined most of the Raw live events this past week in Europe in with Cena going over after a referee bump and a three-count by outside-the-ring enforcer Bret Hart.

— The New York Times is reporting that WWE’s deal with Syfy to broadcast Friday Night SmackDown is for two years, with an option for a third year. WWE also confirmed to The Times that they’re shopping around NXT in anticipation of the show being bumped from Syfy in the fall. It’s also noted that WWE has had “informal talks” with NBC Universal to help launch a WWE-branded cable channel next year.

— John Cena is being advertised for an appearance on NBC’s Today tomorrow morning during the 7:00 p.m. hour.

sources: www.f4wonline.com, pwinsider.com

Movie Trailer For The Rock’s New Comedy “The Other Guys”

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We have the first trailer for the new Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson comedy “The Other Guys,” co-starring Mark Wahlberg, Will Ferrell and Samuel L. Jackson.

The IMDB.com synopsis reads, “Two mismatched New York City detectives seize an opportunity to step up like the city’s top cops whom they idolize — only things don’t quite go as planned.”

The movie is scheduled for an August 6, 2010 release in the US.

Let’s go to the video:

Ratings Are In For WWE RAW, TNA iMPACT! & Reaction (4/12)

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The ratings are in for the April 12th episodes of WWE RAW, TNA iMPACT! & TNA Reaction

– WWE RAW from the UK drew a 3.2 rating and averaged 4.7 million viewers. The first hour drew  a 3.0 rating with 4.4 million viewers while the second unopposed hour did a 3.4 rating with 5 million viewers. Despite the fact that Monday’s RAW was taped earlier in the day, the rating was the same from last week.

– The debut episode of the TNA Reaction, which aired on Spike right before iMPACT!, did a 0.3 rating with around 280,000 viewers.

– TNA iMPACT! did a 0.8 rating and averaged 1.1 million viewers. The hourly ratings were 0.82 and 0.78. Overall viewership was down around 10% from last week.

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