Justin LaBar has reported some potentially huge news in regards to the WWE Network.
He reports the targeted date is the same as PWInsider's original report a month back in February 24th, the day after Elimination Chamber.
The following is new potential information that sources of Labar have given him:
The price point will focus at/around $10/12 per month with an initial sign up of 6 months.
Wrestlemania 30 WILL be available on the network with EVERY non-Wrestlemania PPV also being shown on the network.
It won't be in the form of a TV channel but similar to Netflix in terms of being able to stream/watch on many different platforms. Smart TV's, Games Consoles, Laptops, Phones etc.
There will be a Live 24/7 style streaming content from the Network which is the main difference from streaming service like Netflix but On-Demand WILL still be there. Libraries including FULL episodes of Raw, Smackdown, PPVS should be available at launch.
Friday, December 6, 2013
Thursday, December 5, 2013
WWE Issues Statement Regarding Sin Cara
WWE issued a statement regarding reports on the status of the original Sin Cara and the overall character now that Hunico has been placed back under the mask.
"The original performer behind the Sin Cara mask remains under contract to WWE. WWE will continue to invest in the character and retain it as part of WWE programming."
As noted earlier, Sin Cara's contract with WWE expires in January but WWE has the option to renew it if they want.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Another Big Wrestlemania 30 Match Discussed Involving Top WWE Stars
Well, this may have been started last week for anyone keeping note.
WWE have been playing around with the Wrestlemania 30 card ALOT as noted yesterday. Another interesting match that is being talked about is Triple H vs CM Punk.
The Ultimate Anti-Authority vs The Authority. At this point, there are ALOT of talks seemingly going on in the WWE recently as reported so absolutely nothing seems certain at this point. It does add another angle to an increasingly interesting Wrestlemania 30 card.
WWE have been playing around with the Wrestlemania 30 card ALOT as noted yesterday. Another interesting match that is being talked about is Triple H vs CM Punk.
The Ultimate Anti-Authority vs The Authority. At this point, there are ALOT of talks seemingly going on in the WWE recently as reported so absolutely nothing seems certain at this point. It does add another angle to an increasingly interesting Wrestlemania 30 card.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
The Latest WWE 2K14 DLC Press Release: Fandango, Bella's & More!
Pess Release:
2K Announces New WWE® 2K14 Downloadable Content Offerings Available Today
WWE Superstars Fandango and Big E Langston, along with WWE Divas Brie Bella, Nikki Bella and Summer Rae, set to join greatest roster in franchise history
New York, NY – December 3, 2013 – 2K today announced the availability of new downloadable content for WWE® 2K14, the latest release in the flagship WWE video game franchise. Featuring a variety of popular WWE Superstars and Divas, as well as more than 30 new moves, the downloadable content offering* via the Xbox Live online entertainment network from Microsoft for Xbox 360 and PlayStation®Network for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system includes the following:
WWE Superstars and Moves Pack
WWE Superstars: Fandango and Big E Langston;
WWE Divas: Brie Bella, Nikki Bella and Summer Rae;
Moves Pack: More than 30 new moves and taunts, including the Black Widow (made popular by AJ Lee) and the Koji Clutch (made popular by CM Punk):
WWE Superstars and Divas, along with the Moves Pack, are available for a suggested purchase cost of $7.99;
Summer Rae is available free of charge.
The WWE Superstars and Moves Pack is also available to players through the WWE 2K14 Season Pass Program. For a one-time purchase cost of $19.99, a savings of more than 25 percent versus individual content purchases, players will receive the following items:
Season Pass Program Exclusive: Playable "The Outsiders"-themed Superstars: Scott Hall and Kevin Nash;
nWo Pack:
Playable New World Order (nWo)-themed Superstars: Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Syxx, Curt Hennig, Scott Steiner and The Giant;
Accelerator: Enables players to unlock all in-game items, as well as customize individual WWE Superstar attributes;
WWE Superstars and Moves Pack: as outlined above;
WWE Legends and Creations Pack:
WWE Hall of Famers: Bruno Sammartino and "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes;
Legendary WWE Superstars: "Ravishing" Rick Rude and Jake "The Snake" Roberts;
Playable Superstar: WWE Manager and pop culture icon Virgil;
Custom Superstar Parts Pack: 15 new Superstar parts to utilize for the most creative freedom in WWE Games history;
Online Badges: over 10 exclusive options.
* Xbox Live or PlayStation Network account and Internet connection required. Copy of WWE 2K14 required to play.
Developed by Yukes for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 system, WWE 2K14 features the greatest roster in franchise history and is the most electrifying, authentic and comprehensive WWE video game experience to date. WWE 2K14 is rated T for Teen by the ESRB. Fans who pre-ordered WWE 2K14 received Ultimate Warrior at no extra cost on launch day.
2K Announces New WWE® 2K14 Downloadable Content Offerings Available Today
WWE Superstars Fandango and Big E Langston, along with WWE Divas Brie Bella, Nikki Bella and Summer Rae, set to join greatest roster in franchise history
New York, NY – December 3, 2013 – 2K today announced the availability of new downloadable content for WWE® 2K14, the latest release in the flagship WWE video game franchise. Featuring a variety of popular WWE Superstars and Divas, as well as more than 30 new moves, the downloadable content offering* via the Xbox Live online entertainment network from Microsoft for Xbox 360 and PlayStation®Network for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system includes the following:
WWE Superstars and Moves Pack
WWE Superstars: Fandango and Big E Langston;
WWE Divas: Brie Bella, Nikki Bella and Summer Rae;
Moves Pack: More than 30 new moves and taunts, including the Black Widow (made popular by AJ Lee) and the Koji Clutch (made popular by CM Punk):
WWE Superstars and Divas, along with the Moves Pack, are available for a suggested purchase cost of $7.99;
Summer Rae is available free of charge.
The WWE Superstars and Moves Pack is also available to players through the WWE 2K14 Season Pass Program. For a one-time purchase cost of $19.99, a savings of more than 25 percent versus individual content purchases, players will receive the following items:
Season Pass Program Exclusive: Playable "The Outsiders"-themed Superstars: Scott Hall and Kevin Nash;
nWo Pack:
Playable New World Order (nWo)-themed Superstars: Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Syxx, Curt Hennig, Scott Steiner and The Giant;
Accelerator: Enables players to unlock all in-game items, as well as customize individual WWE Superstar attributes;
WWE Superstars and Moves Pack: as outlined above;
WWE Legends and Creations Pack:
WWE Hall of Famers: Bruno Sammartino and "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes;
Legendary WWE Superstars: "Ravishing" Rick Rude and Jake "The Snake" Roberts;
Playable Superstar: WWE Manager and pop culture icon Virgil;
Custom Superstar Parts Pack: 15 new Superstar parts to utilize for the most creative freedom in WWE Games history;
Online Badges: over 10 exclusive options.
* Xbox Live or PlayStation Network account and Internet connection required. Copy of WWE 2K14 required to play.
Developed by Yukes for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 system, WWE 2K14 features the greatest roster in franchise history and is the most electrifying, authentic and comprehensive WWE video game experience to date. WWE 2K14 is rated T for Teen by the ESRB. Fans who pre-ordered WWE 2K14 received Ultimate Warrior at no extra cost on launch day.
PHOTO: Who Wrestled As Sin Cara On Tonight's WWE RAW?
LordsOfPain.net reports that the individual who wrestled under the guise of Sin Cara on Monday night's edition of WWE RAW in a match with Alberto Del Rio was none other than Hunico.
The website also provided the following photo that shows Hunico's tattoo, which is the same tattoo that was seen on "Sin Cara" during the show.
The website also provided the following photo that shows Hunico's tattoo, which is the same tattoo that was seen on "Sin Cara" during the show.
WWE Raw Results (12/2/13) Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
WWE Monday Night Raw comes to us this week from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and we kick things off with CM Punk making his way out to the ring. We see footage from last week’s attack on Punk courtesy of The Shield. Back in the arena, Punk has mic in hand as the crowd chants “CM Punk”. Punk says for a week he’s been trying to figure out why The Shield attacked him and he finally figured it out. He wants to be wrong this one time. Last week, he committed the cardinal sin of criticizing Triple H which he doesn’t feel was a big deal. Then later in the show, he was attacked by The Shield. He hopes that attack was a coincidence because he wants nothing to do with The Authority. Punk says Triple H isn’t dense enough to kick a hornet’s nest. He hopes he’s wrong, but if he’s not then he calls The Authority a group of the stupidest people. Stephanie comes out and says she hopes Punk and the WWE Universe had a good thanksgiving. Stephanie says no people are bigger advocates of free speech than her family. Her husband is a founding father of DX and to attack Punk for calling Triple H a bad name is beneath them. They’ve grown up. And it’s so easy for Punk to point the finger at The Authority. They were just as surprised as he was by The Shield’s attack. Punk’s not believing it. Stephanie says she has bigger things to worry about such as the contract signing for TLC. But if Punk has any questions he can address them to The Director Of Operations. Kane. Kane comes out and says after his findings, the results support Stephanie and absolves The Shield of any wrongdoing. Punk calls Kane an asskisser. Kane says not to take this lightly and Punk tells Kane not to antagonize him. Kane says they are not the enemy. Punk says since Kane took his mask off and sold out, he should walk down to the ring and get knocked out. Punk gives him an option of either getting knocked out or put to sleep. The Shield then make their way out to the ring and Punk grabs a couple of steel chairs throwing them into the ring. Stephanie tells The Shield to stop. She will not have a repeat of last week and says CM Punk is to be respected and admired. Kane then adds “...and challenged.” Kane then says at TLC, CM Punk will be in a handicap match against The Shield.
-Commercial 8:11-
#1 Contender’s Match: Damien Sandow vs Dolph Ziggler
Quick roll up by Ziggler, dropkick to Sandow. Ziggler with a clothesline. Ziggler going for the ZigZag. Sandow shakes him off and goes to the outside. Baseball slide by Ziggler. Sandow bounces Ziggler’s face off the ring steps and Sandow in control of the match throwing Ziggler back in. Knee strikes by Sandow. Russian legsweep and Cobito Acquiet by Sandow. Slam to Ziggler. Moonsault missed by Sandow. Ziggler with a DDT. Sandow misses with the clothesline but Ziggler connects with the splash in the corner. Neckbreaker to Sandow. Sandow misses with the neckbreaker. Ziggler hits The Famouser. Ziggler to the top rope and Sandow knocks him down and hits the You’re Welcome for the three count
The winner of the match: Damien Sandow
-Commercial 8:22-
The Bellas & Natalya vs Tamina, AJ & Summer Rae
Back from break, A.J. was shown skipping around the ring, prompting the announcers to re-introduce Big E.'s Skip-It comment from the opening match. After the bell sounded, A.J. continued to get in her cardio skipping around the ring while her partners struggled with the "Total Divas." The non-Total Divas made a comeback, but couldn't put away the Total Divas. Mainly because their offense was off. A.J. eventually skipped her way into the ring, where Natalya rolled her up for a quick three count.
The winners of the match: The Bellas & Natalya
-Commercial 8:23-
Back in the arena, Justin Roberts gave a formal introduction to "Bad News Barrett," who was shown ringside at the Mystery GM Podium. Barrett said he has some good news and bad news. The good news - they are live on Raw. The bad news - they are stuck in an arena full of hillbillies and overweight miscreants who had to name their city after their state just so they could remember it. "#BADNEWSBARRETT" flashed on the screen, making the JBL & Cole Show gig that much less cool
Backstage: Randy Orton was shown talking to Raw GM Brad Maddox. Orton forced an apology for not being sympathetic to his past injures. So, now he would like Brad to do something for him. Orton told Brad to tell The Authority to recognize him as the greatest star of all-time and bigger than WWE. "You tell them," Orton told Brad, who sold concern over these instructions.
-Commercial 8:42-
Daniel Bryan vs Erick Rowan
The announcers played up Bryan not being 100 percent after being "kidnapped" last week on Raw. Bryan woke up a crowd taken out of the action with Yes! kicks, then the announcers stumbled over themselves discussing a cryptic tweet from Bray Wyatt earlier in the day. Rowan overpowered Bryan leading to a mid-match commercial.
-Commercial-
Back from break, Lawler tried to hype Rowan as a monster while Cole speculated on Bryan's physical and psychological condition this week. In the ring, Bryan ran into a clothesline, then rolled to the outside to recover as Harper stalked Bryan. Back in the ring, Rowan covered Bryan for a two count, then moved his head from side to side to try to sell evil thoughts. Rowan followed with a boot to the side of the head to continue slowing down the pace. And another. Rowan continued to work on Bryan as JBL predicted for the Year 2014 that Bryan will join the Wyatts and become Daniel Wyatt. It begs the question of why Wyatt's henchmen go by their maiden names of Rowan and Harper. Bryan finally made a comeback just before the top of the hour, but Rowan cut him off on the outside. Back in the ring, Bryan came back with a missile dropkick that energized the crowd. Bryan followed with Yes! kicks to the chest before trying a running knee, but Rowan blocked. Rowan delivered a big corner boot, then tried to press-slam Bryan, but Bryan slipped out the trap door and rolled up Rowan for the pin and the win.
The winner of the match: Daniel Bryan
Post Match: Harper and Rowan pushed each other around to sell frustration over the loss. Suddenly, the Wyatt Interruption was cued. From the video screen, Bray Wyatt told Rowan and Harper to stand down. He told Bryan they won't hurt him unless he tells them to. Bray continued that he has done a lot of horrible things to a lot of good people. But, he viewed Daniel Bryan wrongly - he thought he was a minuscule creature chasing an unattainable goal. But, now he sees the monster inside Bryan. He said "they" can't love Bryan the way he can. He said they can be a force to bring The Machine to its knees. Bray told Bryan to open his eyes. The feed cut out and Raw cut to break
-Commercial 9:03-
Backstage: Kane approaches Daniel Bryan and tells him since he and Punk are friends. Daniel should be treated equally and since Punk is in a handicap match vs The Shield at TLC, Daniel Bryan will be in handicap match vs all three Wyatts
Xavier Woods & R-Truth vs Tons Of Funk
Woods start out against Clay. A dropkick to Clay. Clay catches Woods and plants him with a series of slams. Woods in Tons Of Funk’s corner. Woods taking the fight to Tensai. Truth in, unloading on Tensai in the corner. Spinning heel kick by Truth. Tensai with a shoulderblock. Clay with a forearm across Truth’s back. Truth with a series of kicks. Truth catches Clay with a kick to the jaw. Woods unloads on Clay. Clay pushes him into the corner. Woods gets the boots up, Woods hits the Honour Roll on Clay. Clay with the T-bone Suplex. Big splash in the corner by Clay. Clay misses a splash and Woods rolls him up for the three count
The winners of the match: R-Truth & Xavier Woods
-Commercial 9:16-
Alberto Del Rio vs Sin Cara
As the bell sounded, Cole announced that Natalya will challenge A.J. Lee for the Divas Title in two weeks at TLC. As the match started (complete with Sin Cara mood lighting), Lawler hyped the Lucha Libre style of wrestling, then JBL went back to the 2012 commentary about Sin Cara being "really, really ugly." The announcers continued to cut up as Del Rio worked on Cara. Del Rio went for a big corner enziguiri, but completely airballed when Cara ducked. Sin Cara capitalized with a top-rope splash, then pinned Del Rio for the pin and the win, shocking the crowd. Sin Cara celebrated in the crowd while Del Rio recovered on the floor.
The winner of the match: Sin Cara
-Commercial 9:30-
Backstage: Renee Paquette brought in World Hvt. champion John Cena. Cena talked about what being Unified WWE champion would mean - combining the WWE Title and the history of the World Hvt. Title. Cena said if you lived in the South, you were about stylin' and profilin' (Ric Flair). But, if you lived in the North, you were about the pythons, brother (Hulk Hogan). Cena said now they are one big universe and it would mean everything to him be Unified WWE champion.
Shield Handheld: In a dimly-lit closet or holding area, The Shield cut a promo on C.M. Punk. Dean Ambrose signed off to believe in The Shield.
-Commercial 9:36-
Rhodes Dynasty & Big Show vs The Shield
Big Show lit up Ambrose's chest with an early frying-pan-like chop to the chest, which the announcers missed while arguing about The Authority punishing Punk and Bryan at TLC. Show then bodyslammed Rollins before taunting Reigns on the ring apron. Show chucked Rollins across the ring and Rollins reached up to tag Reigns, matching up the two big men. Show controlled this big-man exchange, then gave Reigns a monster chop to the chest, waking up the crowd. Reigns tried to fight back with chops, but Show body-shotted him back into the corner. Reigns eye-raked Show to escape, bringing in Ambrose, who tried to chop down Show. But, Show grappled Ambrose and launched him off the top rope. Show had enough for now and tagged in Goldust. As Goldust battled The Shield, WWE cut to a backstage shot of C.M. Punk watching the match on a monitor. Cody then tagged in and worked on Rollins as the announcers brought up The Undertaker and The Rock as past victims of The Shield. Cody smashed Ambrose with a top-rope moonsault, then teased Cross Rhodes, but Ambrose slipped to the ring apron, where he gut-shotted Cody to give The Shield control again. Shield in control heading to break.
-Commercial 9:50-
Back from break, Shield continued to dominate Cody, instructing him just to stay down. Cody refused to stay down, though, and made his corner to tag in Big Show. Show tried to build momentum working on Reigns, but Ambrose pulled down to the top rope to send Show tumbling to the floor. Show was nearly counted out, but made it back into the ring. Reigns then put the boots to Show as Punk continued to watch the match backstage. Back in the ring, Reigns big-booted Show in the neck region a few times, but couldn't put Show away. Ambrose then tagged in and continued to put the boots to Show. "Classic tag team wrestling," Cole said. Because if it were "tag team sports-entertaining," they would be doing juggling tricks at an NBA halftime show. JBL quickly inserted "sports entertainment" back into the discussion to erase that "wrestling" word usage At the top of the hour, Show dropped Reigns with a big chokeslam to break free. Show then tagged in Goldust moments after Rollins tagged in. Goldust and Rollins are legal. Goldust scored with offense, but Shield double-teamed Goldust until Show pulled down the top rope to send Ambrose spilling to the floor. Suddenly, Reigns came out of nowhere to spear Big Show on the floor. But, Cody flew onto Reigns with a big splash. Cody sold a left arm/shoulder injury. Now, Ambrose and Goldust fighting in the ring. Goldust wanted to superplex Ambrose onto Rollins, but Rollins moved just as Goldust superplexed Ambrose. Rollins then immediately rolled up Goldust following the superplex for a three count to win. On commentary, Cole wondered what Punk is going to do when he faces three-on-one odds at TLC.
The winners of the match: The Shield
-Commercial 10:04-
Backstage: Renee Paquette was standing by with C.M. Punk to discuss The Shield. Renee asked Punk to react to facing Shield in a handicap match at the TLC PPV. Punk took a deep breath, then went nuts talking about how excited he is about the creative genius who came up with this idea. Punk then mockingly "sports-entertained" with music from "West Side Story." Punk got serious and said he's going down. And he's taking The Shield with him.
Arena: Wade Barrett has some bad news. It's about Thanksgiving. Barrett said as a result of eating unhealthy food, Americans's arteries are clogged, they sweat when they eat, and they are all constipated. #BadNewsBarrett flashed on the screen again. Should have been #McMahonHumor.
Backstage: The Miz and Kofi Kingston had an uneasy meeting. Kofi extended his hand and Miz reluctantly shook. Lawler said they are reluctantly giving it another go as a tag team against Ryback and Curtis Axel.
-Commercial 10:10-
The Miz & Kofi Kingston vs Ryback & Curtis Axel
As the match started, the announcers discussed the history of WWE champions and World champions. As for the match, Ryback displayed his power with a delayed vertical suplex on Miz. "Yeaaaahhhhhh!" Axel shouted from the ring apron. Ryback continued to toy with Miz as Axel shouted verbal insults from the ring apron. Miz finally escaped Ryback and tagged in Kofi, who ducked a clothesline, causing Miz to take the blow from Ryback. After some chaos, Ryback settled things down with Shell Shock to Kofi. Ryback then pinned Kofi for the pin and the win.
The winners of the match: Ryback & Curtis Axel
Post-match: Axel confidently left the ring with Ryback, who smiled at his work. Back in the ring, Miz helped up Kofi, then slapped him across the face. Miz promptly left the ring with a scowl on his face. "Are you kidding me?" Kofi asked. The announcers played it up as the two of them trying to make each other better competitors.
Merch Table: Los Matadores tried to sell some merchandise, but El Torito entered the scene and played an animal trying to grab all of the items, ruining their sales pitch. Diego and Fernando calmed down El Torito, then completed the sales pitch.
Raw Last Monday: John Cena dropped Alberto Del Rio with an AA, but Randy Orton blindsided Cena and stood tall to close Raw with possession of both top title belts. The contract signing is coming up.
-Commercial 10:25-
Mark Henry vs Fandango
Fandango tried to distract Henry with dancing, which was the First Hour when Tons of Funk and XavierTruth feuded over dance moves. Henry was not in the mood and ran over Fandango. Well, maybe he was in the mood, as he gyrated in front of Summer Rae. Fandango tried to use the distraction to his advantage, but Henry back-elbowed him. A brief "Sexual Chocolate" chant came up as Henry continued to use dance moves.
Henry missed with a corner charge, though. Fandango then went on the offensive before coming off the top rope with a big splash. Henry tried to catch him, but Fandango fell on top of Henry and collapsed on top of him for a nearfall. Moments later, they went to Fandango falling into Henry's arms for a World's Strongest Slam. It was good for the win. Post-match, Henry did more dance moves toward Summer Rae, who refused Henry's advances.
The winner of the match: Mark Henry
-Commercial 10:35-
The Real Americans vs The Prime Time Players
Titus was knocked to the outside early on, prompting the announcers to wonder if Titus is starting to get sick again. The modern-day Droz tried to fight back on Swagger, but the Real Americans cornered him to keep Titus away from D-Young. Swagger Bomb, then a double-stomp to Titus's stomach. Young had enough and broke up a pin attempt. Meanwhile, the announcers continued to offer stomach-ache-related one-liners and quips about Titus's condition. Cesaro grappled Titus for the Big Swing, which no one wanted to see. But, Cesaro did it anyways. Titus sold losing his lunch, then Zeb got on the ring apron and told Cesaro to stop because he's going to puke again. Cesaro took his instructions as Titus held his stomach, did some over-the-top facial reactions, and stumbled back into his corner to tag in D-Young. Young tagged in and cleaned house as Titus recovered on the floor. Young got over-zealous and tried a top-rope attack on Cesaro, but Cesaro intercepted with a big European Uppercut. It was good for the pin and the win on Young. As the Americans celebrated on the outside, Titus continued to sell the possibility of throwing up.
The winners of the match: The Real Americans
-Commercial 10:50-
Contract Signing
In-ring: Triple H's music played to bring out Hunter and Stephanie McMahon. The Authority walked past a collection of tables, ladders, and chairs positioned in and around the ring before arriving in the ring. Hunter spoke first that they have scheduled a monumental match for the TLC PPV in two weeks. Stephanie reinforced that there will be one winner, one Undisputed, Unified champion. "We guarantee it," she said. Stephanie then introduced WWE champion Randy Orton first. Orton hit the ring and posed in the corner as Hunter and Stephanie clapped it up for him. Stephanie then introduced his opponent, the World Hvt. champion John Cena to loud screams from the crowd. Cole name-dropped Ric Flair, saying only Flair has held more World Titles than Cena, who hit the ring to applause from The Authority. Once everyone was in the ring, Hunter thanked both men for coming out here. Hunter told them to sit or stand, whatever. Steph sarcastically thanked Orton for his message about being bigger than WWE, then Hunter hyped his personal titleholder. Hunter name-dropped past champions, with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin getting the loudest pop. Hunter then name-dropped past World champions, with Ric Flair getting loud "whoos" and Shawn Michaels getting the loudest pop. Steph again interjected with a "Triple H" name-drop, drawing boos. Hunter said unifying the titles has been something they have been thinking about for a long time. But, they needed both champions going into the match to be The Face of WWE. And they have reached that time with both Cena and Orton. Hunter said they have a moment in time to cement their legacies forever. Orton sat off to the side contemplating this, then stood up and surveyed the contract. Hunter presented Orton with the pen and Orton signed the contract as Stephanie looked on. Hunter then presented Cena with the contract, which Cena hurriedly signed. Once the title match was official, Steph gave them a chance to speak about the match. Orton spoke first. Orton said he is better than all former champions, including Cena. But, that's why The Authority chose him to be the Face of WWE. Besides, they don't like John Cena very much. The crowd responded with cheers and boos. Orton said he is the only one capable of taking down Cena and putting him out of his misery. Cena coughed to interrupt. He mockingly introduced himself as World Hvt. champion John Cena, prompting Orton to have an IED moment telling him to shut up. Orton reminded Cena that he kicked his dad in the head a few years ago. And since then, he's made a great career for himself destroying the hopes and dreams of his opponents. Orton said despite all of Cena's accomplishments, the only reason why he was put on God's green earth is to lose the biggest match ---"Would you just shut up?!" Cena shouted. Cena mocked Orton's speech, then went back to 10 years ago when Hunter hand-picked Orton to be a success in WWE, but he never lived up to his potential. Ever. Orton wiped his head in frustration. Cena said he doesn't fault Hunter because he picked the most-gifted WWE star ever. But, with that, he got cocky and a bad attitude to boot. Then, he got lazy. Orton seethed. Cena said Orton got lazy, so he took his spot. Cena said he's the first to show up and last to leave. Cena said Orton thinks he should be given everything because of his legacy and family history, so he should think in one hand and crap in the other, then see which one fills up faster. Cena said if Orton gets anything from him at TLC, he will have earned it. Cena said he's not the Apex Predator, just John Cena. Cena gave him two options: leave or make a move. But, listen up. Cena tossed the baseball cap. If Orton so much as makes one single move right now, this audience will be reminded of what a TLC match really is. So, is he going to step up or step aside? Orton tried to dump the contract table on Cena, but Cena ducked and tackled Orton. The brawl spilled out to ringside, where Cena delivered a ladder shot to the shoulder. Cena continued to unload on Orton, who fought back with headbutts. Orton posted Cena, then cleared the announce table. But, Cena came back with a steel chair jab to the gut. Cena removed his t-shirt, then jabbed Orton in the gut again. Back in the ring, Orton pushed a ladder into Cena's face, temporarily KO'ing the World champ. Orton then picked up a chair and popped the chair across Cena's back. And again. More jabs to the chest. Cole said the crowd is in a frenzy right now as Orton began re-arranging furniture in the ring. Orton took too long to follow up, allowing Cena to recover and chuck Orton through a table propped up in the corner. Cena then did a Thumbs Up / Thumbs Down motion. Cena wanted an Attitude Adjustment, and he drove Orton through another table. Cole called it a major statement by the World champion. Cena then reversed last week's ending by holding up both top titles while standing tall over Orton. Cole said there will be only one Unified champion in two weeks at TLC. Raw signed off 15 minutes past the top of the hour with Cena continuing to stand tall.
-End Show-
-Commercial 8:11-
#1 Contender’s Match: Damien Sandow vs Dolph Ziggler
Quick roll up by Ziggler, dropkick to Sandow. Ziggler with a clothesline. Ziggler going for the ZigZag. Sandow shakes him off and goes to the outside. Baseball slide by Ziggler. Sandow bounces Ziggler’s face off the ring steps and Sandow in control of the match throwing Ziggler back in. Knee strikes by Sandow. Russian legsweep and Cobito Acquiet by Sandow. Slam to Ziggler. Moonsault missed by Sandow. Ziggler with a DDT. Sandow misses with the clothesline but Ziggler connects with the splash in the corner. Neckbreaker to Sandow. Sandow misses with the neckbreaker. Ziggler hits The Famouser. Ziggler to the top rope and Sandow knocks him down and hits the You’re Welcome for the three count
The winner of the match: Damien Sandow
-Commercial 8:22-
The Bellas & Natalya vs Tamina, AJ & Summer Rae
Back from break, A.J. was shown skipping around the ring, prompting the announcers to re-introduce Big E.'s Skip-It comment from the opening match. After the bell sounded, A.J. continued to get in her cardio skipping around the ring while her partners struggled with the "Total Divas." The non-Total Divas made a comeback, but couldn't put away the Total Divas. Mainly because their offense was off. A.J. eventually skipped her way into the ring, where Natalya rolled her up for a quick three count.
The winners of the match: The Bellas & Natalya
-Commercial 8:23-
Back in the arena, Justin Roberts gave a formal introduction to "Bad News Barrett," who was shown ringside at the Mystery GM Podium. Barrett said he has some good news and bad news. The good news - they are live on Raw. The bad news - they are stuck in an arena full of hillbillies and overweight miscreants who had to name their city after their state just so they could remember it. "#BADNEWSBARRETT" flashed on the screen, making the JBL & Cole Show gig that much less cool
Backstage: Randy Orton was shown talking to Raw GM Brad Maddox. Orton forced an apology for not being sympathetic to his past injures. So, now he would like Brad to do something for him. Orton told Brad to tell The Authority to recognize him as the greatest star of all-time and bigger than WWE. "You tell them," Orton told Brad, who sold concern over these instructions.
-Commercial 8:42-
Daniel Bryan vs Erick Rowan
The announcers played up Bryan not being 100 percent after being "kidnapped" last week on Raw. Bryan woke up a crowd taken out of the action with Yes! kicks, then the announcers stumbled over themselves discussing a cryptic tweet from Bray Wyatt earlier in the day. Rowan overpowered Bryan leading to a mid-match commercial.
-Commercial-
Back from break, Lawler tried to hype Rowan as a monster while Cole speculated on Bryan's physical and psychological condition this week. In the ring, Bryan ran into a clothesline, then rolled to the outside to recover as Harper stalked Bryan. Back in the ring, Rowan covered Bryan for a two count, then moved his head from side to side to try to sell evil thoughts. Rowan followed with a boot to the side of the head to continue slowing down the pace. And another. Rowan continued to work on Bryan as JBL predicted for the Year 2014 that Bryan will join the Wyatts and become Daniel Wyatt. It begs the question of why Wyatt's henchmen go by their maiden names of Rowan and Harper. Bryan finally made a comeback just before the top of the hour, but Rowan cut him off on the outside. Back in the ring, Bryan came back with a missile dropkick that energized the crowd. Bryan followed with Yes! kicks to the chest before trying a running knee, but Rowan blocked. Rowan delivered a big corner boot, then tried to press-slam Bryan, but Bryan slipped out the trap door and rolled up Rowan for the pin and the win.
The winner of the match: Daniel Bryan
Post Match: Harper and Rowan pushed each other around to sell frustration over the loss. Suddenly, the Wyatt Interruption was cued. From the video screen, Bray Wyatt told Rowan and Harper to stand down. He told Bryan they won't hurt him unless he tells them to. Bray continued that he has done a lot of horrible things to a lot of good people. But, he viewed Daniel Bryan wrongly - he thought he was a minuscule creature chasing an unattainable goal. But, now he sees the monster inside Bryan. He said "they" can't love Bryan the way he can. He said they can be a force to bring The Machine to its knees. Bray told Bryan to open his eyes. The feed cut out and Raw cut to break
-Commercial 9:03-
Backstage: Kane approaches Daniel Bryan and tells him since he and Punk are friends. Daniel should be treated equally and since Punk is in a handicap match vs The Shield at TLC, Daniel Bryan will be in handicap match vs all three Wyatts
Xavier Woods & R-Truth vs Tons Of Funk
Woods start out against Clay. A dropkick to Clay. Clay catches Woods and plants him with a series of slams. Woods in Tons Of Funk’s corner. Woods taking the fight to Tensai. Truth in, unloading on Tensai in the corner. Spinning heel kick by Truth. Tensai with a shoulderblock. Clay with a forearm across Truth’s back. Truth with a series of kicks. Truth catches Clay with a kick to the jaw. Woods unloads on Clay. Clay pushes him into the corner. Woods gets the boots up, Woods hits the Honour Roll on Clay. Clay with the T-bone Suplex. Big splash in the corner by Clay. Clay misses a splash and Woods rolls him up for the three count
The winners of the match: R-Truth & Xavier Woods
-Commercial 9:16-
Alberto Del Rio vs Sin Cara
As the bell sounded, Cole announced that Natalya will challenge A.J. Lee for the Divas Title in two weeks at TLC. As the match started (complete with Sin Cara mood lighting), Lawler hyped the Lucha Libre style of wrestling, then JBL went back to the 2012 commentary about Sin Cara being "really, really ugly." The announcers continued to cut up as Del Rio worked on Cara. Del Rio went for a big corner enziguiri, but completely airballed when Cara ducked. Sin Cara capitalized with a top-rope splash, then pinned Del Rio for the pin and the win, shocking the crowd. Sin Cara celebrated in the crowd while Del Rio recovered on the floor.
The winner of the match: Sin Cara
-Commercial 9:30-
Backstage: Renee Paquette brought in World Hvt. champion John Cena. Cena talked about what being Unified WWE champion would mean - combining the WWE Title and the history of the World Hvt. Title. Cena said if you lived in the South, you were about stylin' and profilin' (Ric Flair). But, if you lived in the North, you were about the pythons, brother (Hulk Hogan). Cena said now they are one big universe and it would mean everything to him be Unified WWE champion.
Shield Handheld: In a dimly-lit closet or holding area, The Shield cut a promo on C.M. Punk. Dean Ambrose signed off to believe in The Shield.
-Commercial 9:36-
Rhodes Dynasty & Big Show vs The Shield
Big Show lit up Ambrose's chest with an early frying-pan-like chop to the chest, which the announcers missed while arguing about The Authority punishing Punk and Bryan at TLC. Show then bodyslammed Rollins before taunting Reigns on the ring apron. Show chucked Rollins across the ring and Rollins reached up to tag Reigns, matching up the two big men. Show controlled this big-man exchange, then gave Reigns a monster chop to the chest, waking up the crowd. Reigns tried to fight back with chops, but Show body-shotted him back into the corner. Reigns eye-raked Show to escape, bringing in Ambrose, who tried to chop down Show. But, Show grappled Ambrose and launched him off the top rope. Show had enough for now and tagged in Goldust. As Goldust battled The Shield, WWE cut to a backstage shot of C.M. Punk watching the match on a monitor. Cody then tagged in and worked on Rollins as the announcers brought up The Undertaker and The Rock as past victims of The Shield. Cody smashed Ambrose with a top-rope moonsault, then teased Cross Rhodes, but Ambrose slipped to the ring apron, where he gut-shotted Cody to give The Shield control again. Shield in control heading to break.
-Commercial 9:50-
Back from break, Shield continued to dominate Cody, instructing him just to stay down. Cody refused to stay down, though, and made his corner to tag in Big Show. Show tried to build momentum working on Reigns, but Ambrose pulled down to the top rope to send Show tumbling to the floor. Show was nearly counted out, but made it back into the ring. Reigns then put the boots to Show as Punk continued to watch the match backstage. Back in the ring, Reigns big-booted Show in the neck region a few times, but couldn't put Show away. Ambrose then tagged in and continued to put the boots to Show. "Classic tag team wrestling," Cole said. Because if it were "tag team sports-entertaining," they would be doing juggling tricks at an NBA halftime show. JBL quickly inserted "sports entertainment" back into the discussion to erase that "wrestling" word usage At the top of the hour, Show dropped Reigns with a big chokeslam to break free. Show then tagged in Goldust moments after Rollins tagged in. Goldust and Rollins are legal. Goldust scored with offense, but Shield double-teamed Goldust until Show pulled down the top rope to send Ambrose spilling to the floor. Suddenly, Reigns came out of nowhere to spear Big Show on the floor. But, Cody flew onto Reigns with a big splash. Cody sold a left arm/shoulder injury. Now, Ambrose and Goldust fighting in the ring. Goldust wanted to superplex Ambrose onto Rollins, but Rollins moved just as Goldust superplexed Ambrose. Rollins then immediately rolled up Goldust following the superplex for a three count to win. On commentary, Cole wondered what Punk is going to do when he faces three-on-one odds at TLC.
The winners of the match: The Shield
-Commercial 10:04-
Backstage: Renee Paquette was standing by with C.M. Punk to discuss The Shield. Renee asked Punk to react to facing Shield in a handicap match at the TLC PPV. Punk took a deep breath, then went nuts talking about how excited he is about the creative genius who came up with this idea. Punk then mockingly "sports-entertained" with music from "West Side Story." Punk got serious and said he's going down. And he's taking The Shield with him.
Arena: Wade Barrett has some bad news. It's about Thanksgiving. Barrett said as a result of eating unhealthy food, Americans's arteries are clogged, they sweat when they eat, and they are all constipated. #BadNewsBarrett flashed on the screen again. Should have been #McMahonHumor.
Backstage: The Miz and Kofi Kingston had an uneasy meeting. Kofi extended his hand and Miz reluctantly shook. Lawler said they are reluctantly giving it another go as a tag team against Ryback and Curtis Axel.
-Commercial 10:10-
The Miz & Kofi Kingston vs Ryback & Curtis Axel
As the match started, the announcers discussed the history of WWE champions and World champions. As for the match, Ryback displayed his power with a delayed vertical suplex on Miz. "Yeaaaahhhhhh!" Axel shouted from the ring apron. Ryback continued to toy with Miz as Axel shouted verbal insults from the ring apron. Miz finally escaped Ryback and tagged in Kofi, who ducked a clothesline, causing Miz to take the blow from Ryback. After some chaos, Ryback settled things down with Shell Shock to Kofi. Ryback then pinned Kofi for the pin and the win.
The winners of the match: Ryback & Curtis Axel
Post-match: Axel confidently left the ring with Ryback, who smiled at his work. Back in the ring, Miz helped up Kofi, then slapped him across the face. Miz promptly left the ring with a scowl on his face. "Are you kidding me?" Kofi asked. The announcers played it up as the two of them trying to make each other better competitors.
Merch Table: Los Matadores tried to sell some merchandise, but El Torito entered the scene and played an animal trying to grab all of the items, ruining their sales pitch. Diego and Fernando calmed down El Torito, then completed the sales pitch.
Raw Last Monday: John Cena dropped Alberto Del Rio with an AA, but Randy Orton blindsided Cena and stood tall to close Raw with possession of both top title belts. The contract signing is coming up.
-Commercial 10:25-
Mark Henry vs Fandango
Fandango tried to distract Henry with dancing, which was the First Hour when Tons of Funk and XavierTruth feuded over dance moves. Henry was not in the mood and ran over Fandango. Well, maybe he was in the mood, as he gyrated in front of Summer Rae. Fandango tried to use the distraction to his advantage, but Henry back-elbowed him. A brief "Sexual Chocolate" chant came up as Henry continued to use dance moves.
Henry missed with a corner charge, though. Fandango then went on the offensive before coming off the top rope with a big splash. Henry tried to catch him, but Fandango fell on top of Henry and collapsed on top of him for a nearfall. Moments later, they went to Fandango falling into Henry's arms for a World's Strongest Slam. It was good for the win. Post-match, Henry did more dance moves toward Summer Rae, who refused Henry's advances.
The winner of the match: Mark Henry
-Commercial 10:35-
The Real Americans vs The Prime Time Players
Titus was knocked to the outside early on, prompting the announcers to wonder if Titus is starting to get sick again. The modern-day Droz tried to fight back on Swagger, but the Real Americans cornered him to keep Titus away from D-Young. Swagger Bomb, then a double-stomp to Titus's stomach. Young had enough and broke up a pin attempt. Meanwhile, the announcers continued to offer stomach-ache-related one-liners and quips about Titus's condition. Cesaro grappled Titus for the Big Swing, which no one wanted to see. But, Cesaro did it anyways. Titus sold losing his lunch, then Zeb got on the ring apron and told Cesaro to stop because he's going to puke again. Cesaro took his instructions as Titus held his stomach, did some over-the-top facial reactions, and stumbled back into his corner to tag in D-Young. Young tagged in and cleaned house as Titus recovered on the floor. Young got over-zealous and tried a top-rope attack on Cesaro, but Cesaro intercepted with a big European Uppercut. It was good for the pin and the win on Young. As the Americans celebrated on the outside, Titus continued to sell the possibility of throwing up.
The winners of the match: The Real Americans
-Commercial 10:50-
Contract Signing
In-ring: Triple H's music played to bring out Hunter and Stephanie McMahon. The Authority walked past a collection of tables, ladders, and chairs positioned in and around the ring before arriving in the ring. Hunter spoke first that they have scheduled a monumental match for the TLC PPV in two weeks. Stephanie reinforced that there will be one winner, one Undisputed, Unified champion. "We guarantee it," she said. Stephanie then introduced WWE champion Randy Orton first. Orton hit the ring and posed in the corner as Hunter and Stephanie clapped it up for him. Stephanie then introduced his opponent, the World Hvt. champion John Cena to loud screams from the crowd. Cole name-dropped Ric Flair, saying only Flair has held more World Titles than Cena, who hit the ring to applause from The Authority. Once everyone was in the ring, Hunter thanked both men for coming out here. Hunter told them to sit or stand, whatever. Steph sarcastically thanked Orton for his message about being bigger than WWE, then Hunter hyped his personal titleholder. Hunter name-dropped past champions, with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin getting the loudest pop. Hunter then name-dropped past World champions, with Ric Flair getting loud "whoos" and Shawn Michaels getting the loudest pop. Steph again interjected with a "Triple H" name-drop, drawing boos. Hunter said unifying the titles has been something they have been thinking about for a long time. But, they needed both champions going into the match to be The Face of WWE. And they have reached that time with both Cena and Orton. Hunter said they have a moment in time to cement their legacies forever. Orton sat off to the side contemplating this, then stood up and surveyed the contract. Hunter presented Orton with the pen and Orton signed the contract as Stephanie looked on. Hunter then presented Cena with the contract, which Cena hurriedly signed. Once the title match was official, Steph gave them a chance to speak about the match. Orton spoke first. Orton said he is better than all former champions, including Cena. But, that's why The Authority chose him to be the Face of WWE. Besides, they don't like John Cena very much. The crowd responded with cheers and boos. Orton said he is the only one capable of taking down Cena and putting him out of his misery. Cena coughed to interrupt. He mockingly introduced himself as World Hvt. champion John Cena, prompting Orton to have an IED moment telling him to shut up. Orton reminded Cena that he kicked his dad in the head a few years ago. And since then, he's made a great career for himself destroying the hopes and dreams of his opponents. Orton said despite all of Cena's accomplishments, the only reason why he was put on God's green earth is to lose the biggest match ---"Would you just shut up?!" Cena shouted. Cena mocked Orton's speech, then went back to 10 years ago when Hunter hand-picked Orton to be a success in WWE, but he never lived up to his potential. Ever. Orton wiped his head in frustration. Cena said he doesn't fault Hunter because he picked the most-gifted WWE star ever. But, with that, he got cocky and a bad attitude to boot. Then, he got lazy. Orton seethed. Cena said Orton got lazy, so he took his spot. Cena said he's the first to show up and last to leave. Cena said Orton thinks he should be given everything because of his legacy and family history, so he should think in one hand and crap in the other, then see which one fills up faster. Cena said if Orton gets anything from him at TLC, he will have earned it. Cena said he's not the Apex Predator, just John Cena. Cena gave him two options: leave or make a move. But, listen up. Cena tossed the baseball cap. If Orton so much as makes one single move right now, this audience will be reminded of what a TLC match really is. So, is he going to step up or step aside? Orton tried to dump the contract table on Cena, but Cena ducked and tackled Orton. The brawl spilled out to ringside, where Cena delivered a ladder shot to the shoulder. Cena continued to unload on Orton, who fought back with headbutts. Orton posted Cena, then cleared the announce table. But, Cena came back with a steel chair jab to the gut. Cena removed his t-shirt, then jabbed Orton in the gut again. Back in the ring, Orton pushed a ladder into Cena's face, temporarily KO'ing the World champ. Orton then picked up a chair and popped the chair across Cena's back. And again. More jabs to the chest. Cole said the crowd is in a frenzy right now as Orton began re-arranging furniture in the ring. Orton took too long to follow up, allowing Cena to recover and chuck Orton through a table propped up in the corner. Cena then did a Thumbs Up / Thumbs Down motion. Cena wanted an Attitude Adjustment, and he drove Orton through another table. Cole called it a major statement by the World champion. Cena then reversed last week's ending by holding up both top titles while standing tall over Orton. Cole said there will be only one Unified champion in two weeks at TLC. Raw signed off 15 minutes past the top of the hour with Cena continuing to stand tall.
-End Show-
Sunday, December 1, 2013
Tonight's Total Divas, Rock Comments on Paul Walker
- WWE's latest 30 Second Fury video looks at The Miz and his Skull Crushing Finale move:
- Here is the synopsis for tonight's episode of WWE Total Divas:
"Get That Chingle Chingle: Ariane pushes Vincent to try out for the WWE; John Cena's house doesn't quite feel like home yet to Nikki; and Trinity's relationship with Jon is affected when her dad arrives for an extended stay."
- WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley will be pulling double duty today - an 11am autograph signing in Cincinnati, Indiana at the Moeller High School Thanksgiving show and an 8pm comedy show at the Laughter House in Muncie, Indiana.
- The Rock tweeted about his "Fast" co-star Paul Walker, who passed away in a tragic car accident on Saturday. Rock wrote:
"All my strength, love & faith to the Walker family during this heartbreaking time. We find our strength.. in his light. Love you brother."
- Here is the synopsis for tonight's episode of WWE Total Divas:
"Get That Chingle Chingle: Ariane pushes Vincent to try out for the WWE; John Cena's house doesn't quite feel like home yet to Nikki; and Trinity's relationship with Jon is affected when her dad arrives for an extended stay."
- WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley will be pulling double duty today - an 11am autograph signing in Cincinnati, Indiana at the Moeller High School Thanksgiving show and an 8pm comedy show at the Laughter House in Muncie, Indiana.
- The Rock tweeted about his "Fast" co-star Paul Walker, who passed away in a tragic car accident on Saturday. Rock wrote:
"All my strength, love & faith to the Walker family during this heartbreaking time. We find our strength.. in his light. Love you brother."
Saturday, November 30, 2013
Chris Jericho Reveals Which 2008 Feud Will Make Up a Huge Part of His Next Book
- Chris Jericho says his 2008 feud with Shawn Michaels will be a major part of his third autobiography that is scheduled to be released in September 2014. Jericho posted the following on Instagram today:
"HBKs face was a crimson mask during this match in 2008 and as a result, the WWE 'blood era' ended on this night. The classic HBK/Jericho feud makes up a huge part of my new book that I'm putting the finishing touches on now...you're gonna love it!! #sept2014"
Update On Panic In WWE Creative, Possible SPOILER For Orton-Cena TLC Match
It's being reported that WWE officials are having a hard time deciding whether or not they really want to unify the WWE Championship and World Heavyweight Championship. Originally their plan was not to do this, and everybody was told to avoid using the term "unification" on television. But now they are said to be thinking more about actually unifying the Titles and having only one undisputed WWE World Champion.
However, there is also some talk that the ending of the John Cena vs. Randy Orton match at the upcoming Tables, Ladders and Chairs pay-per-view will see each Superstar grab one Championship belt, which could possibly result in the Titles being switched. Orton would grab the World Heavyweight Championship and Cena would grab the WWE Championship.
Also, as previously reported, WWE's creative team is said to be in a state of panic lately. One source told F4WOnline.com the following:
"The creative team is burnt out and scared, scared of who might not be there too much longer. Not the type the stress anyone wants during the holiday season."
However, there is also some talk that the ending of the John Cena vs. Randy Orton match at the upcoming Tables, Ladders and Chairs pay-per-view will see each Superstar grab one Championship belt, which could possibly result in the Titles being switched. Orton would grab the World Heavyweight Championship and Cena would grab the WWE Championship.
Also, as previously reported, WWE's creative team is said to be in a state of panic lately. One source told F4WOnline.com the following:
"The creative team is burnt out and scared, scared of who might not be there too much longer. Not the type the stress anyone wants during the holiday season."
WWE Officials Punish Ryback On Raw, WWE Makes Mistake With The Miz
As previously reported, WWE Superstar The Miz starred in a Christmas movie on ABC Family that aired earlier this week. It's being reported that WWE officials actually forgot that this movie was coming out and wouldn't have turned him heel before the movie came out if they would have remembered.
It was reported that Ryback had heat on him with WWE officials after a match he had recently where he used Bill Goldberg's Spear and Jackhammer moves. It's being reported that Ryback's punishment for this from WWE officials may have taken place in his match against The Big Show on Raw this past Monday where Ryback hit his Shell Shocked finishing move on Show, only for Show to kick out and recover before knocking Ryback out with the KO Punch.
Speculation on The Undertaker’s Return, Latest JBL & Cole Show
- John “Bradshaw” Layfield, who turns 47-years-old today, receives the ultimate happy birthday on the latest edtion of The JBL & Cole Show. Plus, Aksana asks JBL a question, Andy Kaufman stops by to say hello and “#CasualCole” does some green screen improv.
- Yahoo! TV UK has published article speculating on The Undertaker’s return to WWE airwaves and what his involvement may be. Sam Moore feels the obvious choice involves the Wyatt Family.
“Bray Wyatt proclaims to be controlled by the Devil and it would make perfect sense if The Undertaker was indeed the higher power orchestrating everything,” wrote Moore. “The move would not only integrate the deadman into WWE’s most interesting storyline but also be a massive boost to The Wyatt Family who desperately need to be made to look as legitimate as possible. This role could also work well for The Undertaker because he wouldn’t have to get physical a great deal, just talk and put over some of the younger guys.”
WWE Copies Storyline from TNA Wrestling
As seen Sunday at Survivor Series, Mark Henry returned to action by answering Ryback's open challenge, and defeating him.
According to F4WOnline.com, the short-lived storyline was copied from TNA Wrestling. On Impact Wrestling on Spike TV, former WWE Diva and reigning TNA Women's Champion Gail Kim has been issuing open challenges, which inspired WWE's creative department to use the idea for themselves.
According to F4WOnline.com, the short-lived storyline was copied from TNA Wrestling. On Impact Wrestling on Spike TV, former WWE Diva and reigning TNA Women's Champion Gail Kim has been issuing open challenges, which inspired WWE's creative department to use the idea for themselves.
Friday, November 29, 2013
J.R. Blog: Goldberg, Hogan & Undertaker At WrestleMania XXX?, Warrior & Savage-HOF
WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross published a blog Friday on JRsBarBQ.com addressing various possibilities for WrestleMania XXX festivities, including the possibility of Goldberg, Hulk Hogan and The Undertaker taking part. Highlights from the article are as follows:
His “One Man Show:” “Monday, Live Nation is scheduled to send out a press release regarding all the info one will need to know on my first, one man show coming to New York City in March of 2014. Tickets will go on sale in a few days for this event that has special significance to me.”
Goldberg appearing at WrestleMania XXX “I have no idea if Bill Goldberg wold return to WWE for a special, WM30 appearance but it would seem that it will now or never simply based on my fellow Oklahoman’s age and time away from the ring. I think WWE will need to import some alumni to give WM30 the sizzle that it’s going to require for the 30th addition of their biggest event of the year.”
Hulk Hogan appearing at WrestleMania XXX: “Seems as if the topic of one of my blogs a few weeks ago is beginning to pick up steam. I suggested that I’d personally like to see Hulk Hogan be a part of WM30 in New Orleans but I never implied that I wanted to see Hogan in a match. I don’t. I do think that Hulk can add viable cache to the landmark event and timing seems to be favorable to do so as it relates to his business obligations.
“If Savage and/or Warrior were to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, Hulk would fit perfectly in that process.”
The Undertaker appearing at WrestleMania XXX: “The opponent of the Undertaker at WM30 is also pivotal as is the build up to the April spectacular.”
Ross says he will be appearing on TSN’s Off The Record with Michael Landsberg later today, which will be made available on TSN and online. He also notes having meeting scheduled for his autobiography and the possibility of a podcast. To read his full post, click here.
Ultimate Warrior Comments on Wrestling Again & WWE HOF
Promoting the release of WWE 2K14, Ultimate Warrior addressed a series of WWE-related topics in an interview with DigitalSpy.com, including the possibility of being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.
“The simple answer is they’ve got to tell the right story. That’s a possibility. Being in the Hall of Fame – Ultimate Warrior being inducted into the Hall of Fame, or me standing there at the Hall of Fame participating in it – is not going to mean anything to my goals in my life and the kind of quality of life I’m going to have, what kind of things I’m going to do, how productive I’m going to be as I move on throughout my life,” remarked Warrior.
“I only get this one life, so I’m not going to sit in my own pile of poop and feel sorry that I’m not in the Hall of Fame. The Ultimate Warrior character relative to professional wrestling or WWE, he’s definitely a Hall of Famer. He’s a Hall of Famer whether he gets into the Hall of Fame or not.”
Warrior does not watch WWE programming, but says with the internet, “it’s impossible not to be aware of some of the top talent.” The former WWE Champion, however, reiterates that he will not return to the ring to face a premiere WWE Superstar.
“I’m one of the first guys in recent years that’s gone on the record and said to all my colleagues that were in the business at the same time I was that it’s time to pack your f**king gear bag and go home. Let the other guys have their chance and get your nose out of their business,” remarked Warrior.
“People will say Ryback – ‘What would Warrior have been like with Ryback?’ Or Goldberg. I know why they say those things – because of the intensity and body look, the aggression, the power. Those kind of matches tend to be f**king stinkers, you know? You want to work with somebody who’s got a different style. Wrestling is more than just being big.”
“Even when I was on the road and we traveled all over the world, I met so many big, huge guys, great-looking guys, guys that looked like they were carved out of stone. They thought that they could be in the business if they were just given a chance or devoted some time to doing it or learnt the basic moves. It takes much more than that. It takes more than a body or a physique to make it happen.”
Warrior says his toughest opponent was former rival “Macho Man” Randy Savage: “The toughest for me was the one that brought the best out of me, out of my character. That’s different from ‘Who’s the toughest guy, who’s the most badass opponent I ever faced?’.
“The toughest opponent for me would have been Randy Savage, the Macho Man, because his intensity paralleled mine. He became totally caught up in his character, which was a requisite to success in the business at the time.”
Thursday, November 21, 2013
WWE Hall Of Famer Maurice “Mad Dog” Vachon Passes Away At Age 84
WWE Hall of Famer Maurice “Mad Dog” Vachon passed away early this morning. He had not been in good health for some time. PWMania.com would like to extend its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Maurice Vachon.
Below is a portion of the report by Greg Oliver from Slam! Wrestling with more details on Vachon’s passing:
“Maurice “Mad Dog” Vachon, one of the greatest heels of all-time and a former Canadian Olympic wrestler, passed away this morning at 4 a.m. in Omaha, Nebraska. He was 84 years of age.
He had been in poor health for many years, much of it stemming from a 1987 hit-and-run accident, where Vachon was struck by a driver, which resulted in the amputation of his leg. Most recently, he battled memory issues.
Mad Dog’s brother and long-time tag team partner, Paul “The Butcher” Vachon, confirmed the death.
“This is not a pleasure call,” said Paul Vachon. “I just wanted to call and let you know first that my brother Mad Dog passed away this morning.”
“It was very peaceful,” said Maurice’s wife, Kathie, of his passing. She will know more about funeral arrangements later this afternoon; she expects the funeral to take place early next week in Nebraska.
With his wild, unpredictable style in the ring, growling voice, and wrestling skills to back up the barking, Mad Dog Vachon went from an Olympic wrestler, representing Canada at the 1948 Games in London, to one of the most hated — and beloved — professional wrestlers ever. He held countless championships, including the prestigious AWA World title, based out of Minneapolis.”
To read the full report, click here.
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Alberto Del Rio On WWE Title And World Title, WrestleMania Plans
WWE Superstar Alberto Del Rio recently spoke to DigitalSpy.com about the WWE Championship and World Heavyweight Championship, as well as what he thinks he might be doing at WrestleMania.
Championships possibly merging:
"Of course that can happen, but I don't think it's something that we need right now. I think it's okay if we've got the WWE Title with one person and the World Heavyweight title with another one. That way you have two different storylines and you're talking about two major titles to be defended and be present in every single pay-per-view."
WrestleMania:
"To be honest, no. It's the same for everybody else, we don't know what we're going to be doing. I know I'm gonna be there, that's for sure. I'm going to be in one of the main matches. I don't know if it's going to be for one of the major titles or if it's going to be against one of the important Superstars from the WWE, but I'm definitely going to be there."
Championships possibly merging:
"Of course that can happen, but I don't think it's something that we need right now. I think it's okay if we've got the WWE Title with one person and the World Heavyweight title with another one. That way you have two different storylines and you're talking about two major titles to be defended and be present in every single pay-per-view."
WrestleMania:
"To be honest, no. It's the same for everybody else, we don't know what we're going to be doing. I know I'm gonna be there, that's for sure. I'm going to be in one of the main matches. I don't know if it's going to be for one of the major titles or if it's going to be against one of the important Superstars from the WWE, but I'm definitely going to be there."
WWE Raw Rating: Did Survivor Series Intrigue Pull Viewers In?
WWE Raw actually scored the exact same 2.73 rating as last week. However, viewership average was up slightly to 3.8 million viewers from 3.7 last week.
WWE were up against Monday Night Football to which the game went to the last minute and delivered a rather large 15.78 million viewers up from 10.96 million from last week.
Given the increase in the MNF viewership, WWE will probably take that number.
Given the increase in the MNF viewership, WWE will probably take that number.
Chris Hero/Kassius Ohno On WWE Release, Time In NXT, TNA, More
Former WWE NXT talent Kassius Ohno, also known as Chris Hero, recently spoke with Busted Open Radio.
The maturity on how he handled his release from WWE: "Do I want to wrestle at WrestleMania? Do I want to be in the main event at WrestleMania? Do I want to be in pay-per-views every month? Do I want to be in RAW every week? Of course, they are all amazing things and especially with all of the talented guys and all of my peers that I see and when I see Seth Rollins, (Antonio) Cesaro, Bryan (Danielson), (C.M.) Punk, the Wyatt Family, the Shield, when I see those guys rather than be jealous, of course there is some professional jealousy where its good hearted: “It’s like God damn it, I want that spot” but it’s in the best way possible. I am genuinely inspired by all of these guys. So do I want to be in there and carve out my own niche? Of course, I do. But at this time, I have no choice in the matter. I can say: “Oh, what went wrong” but that won’t get me any answers. I was ok before WWE and I will be ok after WWE and I talked to a lot of fans over the last couple days and the support has been mind-blowing. To look at some of these people’s eyes and they are genuinely telling me that they appreciate me and they are glad to see, it means so much to me. What I keep saying is, it’s not like I broke my neck and I can’t ever wrestle again. I can still go out and do what I love and do what I loved since I was ten years old and to look at it that way and there are so many people that do not have the opportunity, so why am I going to be upset or why am I going to dwell on the fact that I don’t get to do this on the highest level possible. It’s easy to be positive because I still get to out and kick ass, I get to travel, and I get to see my friends and the world. I didn’t have to conjure up that much to get through this."
Thoughts on the twenty one months in NXT: "To be honest, it was a great time. The time that I spent with a lot of my peers and I have great stories and great experiences. I got to learn from some of the best ever like Dusty Rhodes, Ricky Steamboat, or you look at the door and the Undertaker is here is today. There were certain things that I had to adapt too and get used too but at the end of the day, you just have to remind yourself why you are in it and what you’re doing. I had so many positive experiences that I am not going to let a release make me look back at the last two months of my life in a negative way. I have garnered relationships with different people that are going to last a life time. I did enjoy my time and I got to work with some awesome people and I got to have some fun matches and I got to experiment and get outside of my box and try different things."
Thoughts on not getting called up: "I would say that the issue was less conditioning and more of an overall look. Anybody that has ever known me or been in the ring with me knows that I can wrestle all day and all night long. I don’t get tired, that’s not the issue. It’s more of a cosmetic issue and my body type is different. I have different ways of working out and my eating habits are at the time. Anybody that has followed my career has seen a lot of fluctuation. I have gone from no muscle tone whatsoever to plumping up to three hundred pounds to cutting that off and becoming more toned and then cutting as much body fat as possible, so I have had my fluctuations and I’ve switched things around so I think that was more of a cosmetic look and my coaches or the powers-that-be were all very supportive. It’s really hard to pin point any one thing. I think it’s just a matter of they knew who I was, they knew what I presented, what I had to offer, I just don’t think they saw anything for me in the immediate future, they thought it would be best to let me go and let me do my own thing for a little a while. Like I said, I left on good terms, I’ve got so many good friends there, a lot of people that are in my corner, and a lot of people that have supported me through the years. Will I be back? Who knows? Maybe or maybe not. But it’s not something that I got fired and was told never to come back; it was nothing like that at all. To me, pro wrestling is art and art is an opinion and its perspective. It’s what this person thinks against what this person thinks. There are so many guys that think that Shawn Michaels was the greatest wrestler of all time and there are some that think he is the most over rated wrestler of all time. I have some fans that adore me and would go to the ends of the earth to watch me wrestle live, follow me, buy my t-shirts and there are some that don’t see it and I understand that. There are musical acts and bands that people love and I’ve tried to give them a chance and I’m just not feeling it. That doesn’t mean that they are not good because art is subjective. When you have a business that’s based on art and perspective and opinion, there are always going to be head scratchers. Do I think I am one of the most talented pro wrestlers alive? Your damn right I do and I know the work that I have put in and I know what I am capable of but at the same time, I can’t measure myself up against other people because how do you justify that? How do you say: “This guy is good on the microphone, this guy is good in the ring, this guy is better technically, and this guy is more charismatic” so it’s like: “How do you measure that?” It’s really difficult, it’s really subjective and a lot of this conversation happens because we all love wrestling and we all have different tastes and different opinions. I think a lot of that can be broken down to perspective."
TNA being an option: "At this point, I am looking at all of my options. I would never say no to something based on reputation. I am booked up for the rest of the year pretty much and I am keeping next year open as far as international dates and I want to maximize my opportunities and be able to hit up Europe for a couple weeks and I definitely want to go back to Japan. I’m trying to get that figured out. If there was an interest with TNA, it is an offer that I would definitely entertain but I just want to set enough while the iron is hot and set the best landscape for my career and where I go because I know everyone is happy to see me and its cool: “Hey, Chris Hero is back” but I do realize that it’s not going to last forever so I am going to have to continue to evolve and bring something different to the table. It will be interesting to see on how this plays out with all of the different companies that I am working for in the next couple months."
The next call up from NXT to WWE: "It’s so tough because I think the whole time that I was down there, we had about ten guys on deck at all times that can just be pulled and introduced right away. There are so many talented guys across the board whether it’s on the microphone or in the ring. Off the top of my head, Xavier Woods has been ready to go. He is so talented and he is so ready to go. You have a guy like Adrian Neville who is legitimately one of a kind and one of those spectacular athletes in wrestling history. He has that flow about him when he is in the ring, he is not a guy that is going to take the microphone and spend twenty minutes on the microphone telling you a detailed story but he will tell you that story with his physicality which is incredible and you have Sami Zayn who is just awesome. He is a guy that has busted his ass and has had a lot of doubters through the years but he has produced some of the best matches that I have ever seen in my life. I don’t want to slant anybody by not mentioning them but those are the guys that come to mind. So many talented guys and characters like Tyler Breeze. Tyler is very unique and you take an idea and put a modern spin on it and it’s entertaining and those are guys that I want to succeed and guys that I want to keep watching. They make me tune in because when they succeed, I feel like succeed because we are peers. We belong together before I even signed whenever I would see Bryan, Punk or Cesaro, there is a part of me in that too. I just love wrestling, I love this business and I want to see everyone succeed."
The maturity on how he handled his release from WWE: "Do I want to wrestle at WrestleMania? Do I want to be in the main event at WrestleMania? Do I want to be in pay-per-views every month? Do I want to be in RAW every week? Of course, they are all amazing things and especially with all of the talented guys and all of my peers that I see and when I see Seth Rollins, (Antonio) Cesaro, Bryan (Danielson), (C.M.) Punk, the Wyatt Family, the Shield, when I see those guys rather than be jealous, of course there is some professional jealousy where its good hearted: “It’s like God damn it, I want that spot” but it’s in the best way possible. I am genuinely inspired by all of these guys. So do I want to be in there and carve out my own niche? Of course, I do. But at this time, I have no choice in the matter. I can say: “Oh, what went wrong” but that won’t get me any answers. I was ok before WWE and I will be ok after WWE and I talked to a lot of fans over the last couple days and the support has been mind-blowing. To look at some of these people’s eyes and they are genuinely telling me that they appreciate me and they are glad to see, it means so much to me. What I keep saying is, it’s not like I broke my neck and I can’t ever wrestle again. I can still go out and do what I love and do what I loved since I was ten years old and to look at it that way and there are so many people that do not have the opportunity, so why am I going to be upset or why am I going to dwell on the fact that I don’t get to do this on the highest level possible. It’s easy to be positive because I still get to out and kick ass, I get to travel, and I get to see my friends and the world. I didn’t have to conjure up that much to get through this."
Thoughts on the twenty one months in NXT: "To be honest, it was a great time. The time that I spent with a lot of my peers and I have great stories and great experiences. I got to learn from some of the best ever like Dusty Rhodes, Ricky Steamboat, or you look at the door and the Undertaker is here is today. There were certain things that I had to adapt too and get used too but at the end of the day, you just have to remind yourself why you are in it and what you’re doing. I had so many positive experiences that I am not going to let a release make me look back at the last two months of my life in a negative way. I have garnered relationships with different people that are going to last a life time. I did enjoy my time and I got to work with some awesome people and I got to have some fun matches and I got to experiment and get outside of my box and try different things."
Thoughts on not getting called up: "I would say that the issue was less conditioning and more of an overall look. Anybody that has ever known me or been in the ring with me knows that I can wrestle all day and all night long. I don’t get tired, that’s not the issue. It’s more of a cosmetic issue and my body type is different. I have different ways of working out and my eating habits are at the time. Anybody that has followed my career has seen a lot of fluctuation. I have gone from no muscle tone whatsoever to plumping up to three hundred pounds to cutting that off and becoming more toned and then cutting as much body fat as possible, so I have had my fluctuations and I’ve switched things around so I think that was more of a cosmetic look and my coaches or the powers-that-be were all very supportive. It’s really hard to pin point any one thing. I think it’s just a matter of they knew who I was, they knew what I presented, what I had to offer, I just don’t think they saw anything for me in the immediate future, they thought it would be best to let me go and let me do my own thing for a little a while. Like I said, I left on good terms, I’ve got so many good friends there, a lot of people that are in my corner, and a lot of people that have supported me through the years. Will I be back? Who knows? Maybe or maybe not. But it’s not something that I got fired and was told never to come back; it was nothing like that at all. To me, pro wrestling is art and art is an opinion and its perspective. It’s what this person thinks against what this person thinks. There are so many guys that think that Shawn Michaels was the greatest wrestler of all time and there are some that think he is the most over rated wrestler of all time. I have some fans that adore me and would go to the ends of the earth to watch me wrestle live, follow me, buy my t-shirts and there are some that don’t see it and I understand that. There are musical acts and bands that people love and I’ve tried to give them a chance and I’m just not feeling it. That doesn’t mean that they are not good because art is subjective. When you have a business that’s based on art and perspective and opinion, there are always going to be head scratchers. Do I think I am one of the most talented pro wrestlers alive? Your damn right I do and I know the work that I have put in and I know what I am capable of but at the same time, I can’t measure myself up against other people because how do you justify that? How do you say: “This guy is good on the microphone, this guy is good in the ring, this guy is better technically, and this guy is more charismatic” so it’s like: “How do you measure that?” It’s really difficult, it’s really subjective and a lot of this conversation happens because we all love wrestling and we all have different tastes and different opinions. I think a lot of that can be broken down to perspective."
TNA being an option: "At this point, I am looking at all of my options. I would never say no to something based on reputation. I am booked up for the rest of the year pretty much and I am keeping next year open as far as international dates and I want to maximize my opportunities and be able to hit up Europe for a couple weeks and I definitely want to go back to Japan. I’m trying to get that figured out. If there was an interest with TNA, it is an offer that I would definitely entertain but I just want to set enough while the iron is hot and set the best landscape for my career and where I go because I know everyone is happy to see me and its cool: “Hey, Chris Hero is back” but I do realize that it’s not going to last forever so I am going to have to continue to evolve and bring something different to the table. It will be interesting to see on how this plays out with all of the different companies that I am working for in the next couple months."
The next call up from NXT to WWE: "It’s so tough because I think the whole time that I was down there, we had about ten guys on deck at all times that can just be pulled and introduced right away. There are so many talented guys across the board whether it’s on the microphone or in the ring. Off the top of my head, Xavier Woods has been ready to go. He is so talented and he is so ready to go. You have a guy like Adrian Neville who is legitimately one of a kind and one of those spectacular athletes in wrestling history. He has that flow about him when he is in the ring, he is not a guy that is going to take the microphone and spend twenty minutes on the microphone telling you a detailed story but he will tell you that story with his physicality which is incredible and you have Sami Zayn who is just awesome. He is a guy that has busted his ass and has had a lot of doubters through the years but he has produced some of the best matches that I have ever seen in my life. I don’t want to slant anybody by not mentioning them but those are the guys that come to mind. So many talented guys and characters like Tyler Breeze. Tyler is very unique and you take an idea and put a modern spin on it and it’s entertaining and those are guys that I want to succeed and guys that I want to keep watching. They make me tune in because when they succeed, I feel like succeed because we are peers. We belong together before I even signed whenever I would see Bryan, Punk or Cesaro, there is a part of me in that too. I just love wrestling, I love this business and I want to see everyone succeed."
Total Divas. It Just Keeps Growing In The Ratings. More Details Inside
There's alot that can be said for Total Divas. One of them is that it just keeps growing in terms of ratings success.
The "E!" hit managed to reach 1.4 million viewers this past Sunday, it's best rating since September 1st hitting highs on nearly every demographic including the key 18-49.
It finished as the highest rated #1 reality series between 10-11pm and was #5 among all cable shows on Sunday for social media activity.
You have to hand it to Total Divas, those are impressive numbers and are consistent.
The "E!" hit managed to reach 1.4 million viewers this past Sunday, it's best rating since September 1st hitting highs on nearly every demographic including the key 18-49.
It finished as the highest rated #1 reality series between 10-11pm and was #5 among all cable shows on Sunday for social media activity.
You have to hand it to Total Divas, those are impressive numbers and are consistent.
WWE SmackDown Spoiler Photo: 3MB’s Latest Gimmick Tributes To Famous Tag Team
Last week on RAW from England, WWE had 3MB come out as The Union Jacks. Monday night on RAW from Nashville, they had a country music gimmick as The Rhinestone Cowboys.
It appears 3MB’s new gimmick changes with whatever city WWE is in. At tonight’s WWE tapings in Atlanta, home of former World Tag Team Champions The Fabulous Freebirds, 3MB came out as The Fabulous 3Birds.
Heath Slater played Michael Hayes, Jinder Mahal played Jimmy Garvin and Drew McIntyre played Terry Gordy. Here’s a photo from their entrance:
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