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Dr. Death Steve Williams passes away
January 12th 2010 20:32
For those who recall, there had been some news of a death happening. Perhaps one of the more known names. I wrote an article here when it comes to his battle with cancer and some thoughts. Some of you may have seen him wrestle at one point or another, but it is sad to hear about this death.
This is going to be a short blog about it because there really isn't a lot to be said. There's a lot to be said. Perhaps another blog in the future that could look at some more of the wrestling news in general mostly related to WWE or TNA. If there is a death, there could be a post on that.
This is going to be a short blog about it because there really isn't a lot to be said. There's a lot to be said. Perhaps another blog in the future that could look at some more of the wrestling news in general mostly related to WWE or TNA. If there is a death, there could be a post on that.
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Posted By: Bruce Bostwick - Category: General Wrestling News
Can ROH Survive with a TV Deal
November 30th 2009 23:10
ROH has become the number three promotion in the United States by default. They are on HDNet and have also had PPVs being that in order for it to grow, it had to go out to that level. In ways, it can be said that it has taken on the mold of the original ECW in that it would be a place where talent got developed and would eventually be picked by the two largest wrestling companies (WWE and TNA). The only problem is that not everybody gets HDNet and that is a shame.
The main question is going to be about surviving. It is unfortunate that ECW didn't have the money and couldn't make as much to survive. It might have still be around but then again, would there be an ROH? That's a good question. They never got advertised but that's just ECW. ROH, on the other hand, has an issue in that it is not a network that some people do not get. If you don't have that channel or not a follower of the promotion, then how are you going to be aware of it?
There is potential with it and that is true. Some wrestlers have come from the company itself and have moved on to more mainstream companies. From the WWE, it would be CM Punk and Bryan Danielson. In TNA, there is Samoa Joe and there is Nigel known there as Desmond Wolfe.
Personally, it would be nice for it to keep going. With multiple options in terms of watching wrestling, it makes it better for everyone. There are those that just want to watch WWE only, same with TNA, and even ROH. Of course, anyone can watch all 3 and it's a lot easier now than it was back then.
I hope they upgrade to get a better TV deal though on a more known network.
An assessment of ROH
The main question is going to be about surviving. It is unfortunate that ECW didn't have the money and couldn't make as much to survive. It might have still be around but then again, would there be an ROH? That's a good question. They never got advertised but that's just ECW. ROH, on the other hand, has an issue in that it is not a network that some people do not get. If you don't have that channel or not a follower of the promotion, then how are you going to be aware of it?
There is potential with it and that is true. Some wrestlers have come from the company itself and have moved on to more mainstream companies. From the WWE, it would be CM Punk and Bryan Danielson. In TNA, there is Samoa Joe and there is Nigel known there as Desmond Wolfe.
Personally, it would be nice for it to keep going. With multiple options in terms of watching wrestling, it makes it better for everyone. There are those that just want to watch WWE only, same with TNA, and even ROH. Of course, anyone can watch all 3 and it's a lot easier now than it was back then.
I hope they upgrade to get a better TV deal though on a more known network.
An assessment of ROH
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Posted By: Bruce Bostwick - Category: General Wrestling News
Jeff Hardy leaving
September 13th 2009 17:37
As some of you know, Jeff Hardy has left the WWE to pursue other interests. It is probably unlikely he will go back to TNA considering the way he left was not on very good terms. He left on horrendous ones. It is true that he had gotten himself in trouble with the law a bit and has to pay the price. Of course, that will be determined by the courts. Without knowing enough on it, to really comment on it would be foolish without all the facts.
However, he has left the WWE and quite honestly, maybe it was necessary. Have you ever noticed that he seemed to have a limp. That is what I noticed and that's not a good thing. Maybe once he recovers, he could come back if so desires but probably not a lesser schedule.
Thoughts on Jeff Hardy Leaving as a performer
I never thought he would have gotten a run with the WWE Title and even the World Heavyweight Championship as well but he did. He should be proud. Only time will tell on this short blog. Check the link for some thoughts on Jeff if you wish.
However, he has left the WWE and quite honestly, maybe it was necessary. Have you ever noticed that he seemed to have a limp. That is what I noticed and that's not a good thing. Maybe once he recovers, he could come back if so desires but probably not a lesser schedule.
Thoughts on Jeff Hardy Leaving as a performer
I never thought he would have gotten a run with the WWE Title and even the World Heavyweight Championship as well but he did. He should be proud. Only time will tell on this short blog. Check the link for some thoughts on Jeff if you wish.
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Posted By: Bruce Bostwick - Category: WWE
Aerosmith Rocks SummerSlam
July 8th 2009 15:27
WWE would like to thank Aerosmith for the official theme song for SummerSlam – “You Gotta Move.” The song can be found on the album Honkin’ On Bobo, which is in stores now on Columbia Records.
Aerosmith is joined by ZZ Top on a tour of the United States and Canada this summer. (WATCH) Want in on all the action? Visit Aerosmith’s official fan club site at AeroForceOne.com for exclusive ticket packages and VIP fan experiences with incredible options like premier seating, pre-show parties, great killer merchandise and even an opportunity to meet Steven Tyler and Joe Perry!
Aerosmith is joined by ZZ Top on a tour of the United States and Canada this summer. (WATCH) Want in on all the action? Visit Aerosmith’s official fan club site at AeroForceOne.com for exclusive ticket packages and VIP fan experiences with incredible options like premier seating, pre-show parties, great killer merchandise and even an opportunity to meet Steven Tyler and Joe Perry!
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Posted By: Oracle of Delphi - Category: WWE News
Aerosmith Rocks SummerSlam
July 8th 2009 15:25
WWE would like to thank Aerosmith for the official theme song for SummerSlam – “You Gotta Move.” The song can be found on the album Honkin’ On Bobo, which is in stores now on Columbia Records.
Aerosmith is joined by ZZ Top on a tour of the United States and Canada this summer. (WATCH) Want in on all the action? Visit Aerosmith’s official fan club site at AeroForceOne.com for exclusive ticket packages and VIP fan experiences with incredible options like premier seating, pre-show parties, great killer merchandise and even an opportunity to meet Steven Tyler and Joe Perry!
Aerosmith is joined by ZZ Top on a tour of the United States and Canada this summer. (WATCH) Want in on all the action? Visit Aerosmith’s official fan club site at AeroForceOne.com for exclusive ticket packages and VIP fan experiences with incredible options like premier seating, pre-show parties, great killer merchandise and even an opportunity to meet Steven Tyler and Joe Perry!
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Posted By: Oracle of Delphi - Category: WWE News
WWE Hall of Famer Howard Finkel
May 10th 2009 07:12
On January 17, 1977, Howard Finkel, a self-professed wrestling fanatic, nervously donned a red tuxedo with a matching ruffled shirt and stepped into the Madison Square Garden ring to introduce a lineup of wrestling stars that included "The World's Strongest Man" Ken Patera.
Though he had worked before as a World Wrestling Federation ring announcer, he considers that night in New York City to be his real debut.
"The Garden is the Garden," Finkel said matter-of-factly. "You haven't made it until you've made it to the Garden."
The performance was a tryout. After the Garden show, he became a regular announcer.
Only a year before, Finkel had been plucked from his job
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as a New Haven Coliseum usher by wrestling impresario Vince McMahon Jr. He eventually would become the most recognizable ring announcer for the organization later renamed World Wresting Entertainment.
"Howard Finkel is WWE's Michael Buffer," said Joey Styles, himself a former announcer for the organization. "When any WWE superstar or WWE fan imagines winning the WWE championship, the voice in their head making the official announcement is Howard Finkel."
Like Buffer, Finkel is known for generating suspense through the inflection of certain words. Finkel's trademark is bellowing the phrase, "neeeeww world champion . . ."
"I wanted to make sure that I took these folks on a ride," Finkel said.
Behind the scenes, he served as the "legs" of the WWE promotion and publicity departments. In the early 1980s, he helped Connecticut high schools hold fundraisers so they could host professional wrestling shows.
"It was better than a bake sale and a car wash," Finkel said. "You don't get wet; you don't get fat."
Finkel, known as "The Fink," is considered the WWE's first and longest-serving employee. The media and entertainment juggernaut has been based in Stamford since 1986.
The 58-year-old Norwalk resident has witnessed the expansion of a business that once consisted of a traveling road show with dueling heroes and villains, otherwise known as "babyfaces" and "heels."
WWE's three television programs -- "Monday Night Raw," "Friday Night SmackDown" and "ECW" -- are among the most watched on cable. They are broadcast live from cities worldwide. Like a soap opera, the season never ends.
"We give fans a lot," Finkel said. "Action, adventure, entertainment, athleticism, highs and lows."
As evidence of the show's popularity, Hillary Rodham Clinton, John McCain and Barack Obama each taped messages for "Monday Night Raw" during last year's presidential campaign.
In Stamford, WWE has more than 500 employees, in departments that include marketing, publishing, and television and Web production.
A team of 100 young writers and producers create content for the Web site, including video, chat rooms and blogs.
Finkel is part of this technologically driven enterprise. Last year, he became a contributing editor and blogger for the company's Web site at WWE.com. This allows him to express his insights on the week-to-week machinations of the three wrestling shows.
After more than three decades, Finkel still approaches the subject with the same voracious intensity and innocent awe as when he saw his first show at a smoke-filled arena in New Jersey. He can be both analytical and sentimental. Referring to a diminished wrestler, he recently wrote on his blog: "The wick in the candle of opportunity was getting ever so smaller for him."
Because of his longevity and memory -- he made it a point to know the hometowns and weights of every wrestler he introduced -- Finkel also functions as a historian for the organization.
"Howard is my last line of defense," said Mark Keys, WWE's vice president of Web production. "He has the final say on everything."
Last month, Finkel was inducted into the WWE's Hall of Fame for his role as an announcer.
"I wear this with pride," he said of his thickset ruby Hall of Fame ring, his voice filling with emotion. "This is my main event. It's everything that I have worked so hard for."
Recently, co-workers surprised him with a video of career highlights.
Treating the occasion seriously, Finkel pulled himself close to the computer and studied the images. There was footage from his string of appearances at "Wrestlemania" events, the annual pay-per-view show that he coined. Dressed in a tuxedo, he seemed to lend a sense of gravity to the sweaty bouts between spandex-clad wrestlers.
But when Wrestlemania took place at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, he, like everyone else, wore a white toga.
As the film ended, and his colleagues broke into applause, Finkel said with a sly grin, "Now, I want to have a meeting to figure out how to sell this product."
From The Stamford Advocate, 6th June 2009
Though he had worked before as a World Wrestling Federation ring announcer, he considers that night in New York City to be his real debut.
"The Garden is the Garden," Finkel said matter-of-factly. "You haven't made it until you've made it to the Garden."
The performance was a tryout. After the Garden show, he became a regular announcer.
Only a year before, Finkel had been plucked from his job
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as a New Haven Coliseum usher by wrestling impresario Vince McMahon Jr. He eventually would become the most recognizable ring announcer for the organization later renamed World Wresting Entertainment.
"Howard Finkel is WWE's Michael Buffer," said Joey Styles, himself a former announcer for the organization. "When any WWE superstar or WWE fan imagines winning the WWE championship, the voice in their head making the official announcement is Howard Finkel."
Like Buffer, Finkel is known for generating suspense through the inflection of certain words. Finkel's trademark is bellowing the phrase, "neeeeww world champion . . ."
"I wanted to make sure that I took these folks on a ride," Finkel said.
Behind the scenes, he served as the "legs" of the WWE promotion and publicity departments. In the early 1980s, he helped Connecticut high schools hold fundraisers so they could host professional wrestling shows.
"It was better than a bake sale and a car wash," Finkel said. "You don't get wet; you don't get fat."
Finkel, known as "The Fink," is considered the WWE's first and longest-serving employee. The media and entertainment juggernaut has been based in Stamford since 1986.
The 58-year-old Norwalk resident has witnessed the expansion of a business that once consisted of a traveling road show with dueling heroes and villains, otherwise known as "babyfaces" and "heels."
WWE's three television programs -- "Monday Night Raw," "Friday Night SmackDown" and "ECW" -- are among the most watched on cable. They are broadcast live from cities worldwide. Like a soap opera, the season never ends.
"We give fans a lot," Finkel said. "Action, adventure, entertainment, athleticism, highs and lows."
As evidence of the show's popularity, Hillary Rodham Clinton, John McCain and Barack Obama each taped messages for "Monday Night Raw" during last year's presidential campaign.
In Stamford, WWE has more than 500 employees, in departments that include marketing, publishing, and television and Web production.
A team of 100 young writers and producers create content for the Web site, including video, chat rooms and blogs.
Finkel is part of this technologically driven enterprise. Last year, he became a contributing editor and blogger for the company's Web site at WWE.com. This allows him to express his insights on the week-to-week machinations of the three wrestling shows.
After more than three decades, Finkel still approaches the subject with the same voracious intensity and innocent awe as when he saw his first show at a smoke-filled arena in New Jersey. He can be both analytical and sentimental. Referring to a diminished wrestler, he recently wrote on his blog: "The wick in the candle of opportunity was getting ever so smaller for him."
Because of his longevity and memory -- he made it a point to know the hometowns and weights of every wrestler he introduced -- Finkel also functions as a historian for the organization.
"Howard is my last line of defense," said Mark Keys, WWE's vice president of Web production. "He has the final say on everything."
Last month, Finkel was inducted into the WWE's Hall of Fame for his role as an announcer.
"I wear this with pride," he said of his thickset ruby Hall of Fame ring, his voice filling with emotion. "This is my main event. It's everything that I have worked so hard for."
Recently, co-workers surprised him with a video of career highlights.
Treating the occasion seriously, Finkel pulled himself close to the computer and studied the images. There was footage from his string of appearances at "Wrestlemania" events, the annual pay-per-view show that he coined. Dressed in a tuxedo, he seemed to lend a sense of gravity to the sweaty bouts between spandex-clad wrestlers.
But when Wrestlemania took place at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, he, like everyone else, wore a white toga.
As the film ended, and his colleagues broke into applause, Finkel said with a sly grin, "Now, I want to have a meeting to figure out how to sell this product."
From The Stamford Advocate, 6th June 2009
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Raw Results
March 10th 2009 04:28
In Jacksonville, Florida, with just a few weeks to go before the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania, Raw was the site of some huge news regarding The Grandest Stage of Them All. In addition to Kofi Kingston earning a spot in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match, John Cena also found himself becoming a participant in a Triple Threat Match for the World Heavyweight Championship. But while Raw was in Florida, the most shocking event of the night took place in St. Louis, where Randy Orton watched the program from his home. His viewing experience was interrupted however, when The Legend Killer’s WrestleMania opponent, WWE Champion Triple H, busted into the Orton household and attacked the 2009 Royal Rumble winner.
Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase def. WWE Champion Triple H in a Handicap Match via forfeit; The Game invades Randy Orton's home
As announced earlier in the night, Orton’s “Legacy,” Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase prepared to team up against WWE Champion Triple H in Raw’s main event. But when The Game’s music played, the WWE Champion was nowhere to be seen. Rhodes & DiBiase demanded that they be declared the victors, since their opponent was a no-show. The two multi-generational Superstars received their wish, but their victory was interrupted by Randy Orton, making his voice heard from his home in St. Louis.
The 2009 Royal Rumble winner was furious that Triple H would fail to show up for a match, and worried that he could no-show his WrestleMania title defense, preventing Orton from winning the championship. As he ranted, the doorbell began to ring, with increasing urgency. Eventually, a furious Triple H smashed his way through the door. The Game chased Orton through the house, terrifying his wife and father along the way, before throwing his WrestleMania opponent through a window. As the fight spilled over into the front yard, police officers arrived and took the WWE Champion away in handcuffs.
Rey Mysterio, Finlay & Christian def. Kane & World Tag Team Champions The Miz & John Morrison
A little less than a week after World Tag Team Champions The Miz & John Morrison faced off against Finlay & Christian as part of a Six-Man Tag Team Match on ECW, they met once again on Raw. The Belfast Brawler and Captain Charisma were joined by Rey Mysterio as their opponents teamed up with Kane for another Six-Man Tag Team Match. Although he was at a size disadvantage, the Ultimate Underdog was able to prevail, pinning Morrison for the win.
Chris Jericho challenged Ric Flair to a match on Raw; Koko B. Ware announced as part of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2009
After losing a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match as a result of Ric Flair’s involvement, Chris Jericho was irate. The nefarious Superstar challenged the WWE Hall of Famer to come out of retirement and face him in a match the following week on Raw, where he promised to end the “Ric Flair story.”
Following Jericho’s tirade, another member of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2009 was announced: Koko B. Ware.
Kofi Kingston def. Chris Jericho in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match, due to the involvement of Ric Flair
On Raw, Kofi Kingston and Chris Jericho faced off with a spot in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match at stake. Both Superstars were eager to do whatever it took to earn the right to perform on The Grandest Stage of Them All, as winning the Money in the Bank Match results in a World Title Match at any time of the challenger’s choosing. During the contest, Hall of Famer Ric Flair made his way out to the entrance ramp and distracted Jericho, taking revenge for the nefarious Superstar’s recent spate of insults and attacks perpetuated on numerous WWE Legends. The "Nature Boy’s" involvement was just the opening Kingston needed, as he pinned Jericho to earn his spot at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania.
John Cena was added to the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania World Heavyweight Championship Match; Big Show was revealed to be carrying on an affair with Vickie Guerrero
SmackDown’s World Heavyweight Champion Edge and Big Show appeared on Raw with the General Manager of both shows, Vickie Guerrero for their World Heavyweight Title Match contract signing. Both Superstars put aside their enmity to sign the paperwork, shake hands and agree to make history at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania. But their moment was interrupted by John Cena, who just a few days earlier on SmackDown, had whispered something in Guerrero’s ear, capable of stopping Edge’s wife in her tracks. At the former World Heavyweight Champion’s urging, Vickie announced that the contest would become a Triple Threat Match in order to include Cena.
When both The Rated-R Superstar and The World’s Largest Athlete appeared utterly shocked at the development, Cena offered them an explanation against the General Manager’s wishes. He claimed that he had confessed his love for Vickie Guerrero, prompting her to give him a World Heavyweight Title opportunity as a way of expressing her own amorous feelings toward him. Edge was infuriated by Cena making moves on his wife, and told Vickie to tear up the contract. Cena then revealed the truth: He didn’t have feelings for Vickie, but he knew someone else who did. Showing the footage he presumably used to pressure the General Manager, Cena revealed that Big Show and Vickie had been carrying on a relationship behind her husband’s back.
Divas Champion Maryse def. Women’s Champion Melina (non-title match)
As a result of their altercation on Raw last week, Divas Champion Maryse came to Raw to face off against Women’s Champion Melina. But Maryse wasn’t traveling alone, as she brought a group of SmackDown Divas with her, including Maria, the Bella Twins, Eve and Michelle McCool. In spite of the presence of a group of Raw Divas including Mickie James, Kelly Kelly, Beth Phoenix, Rosa Mendes, Layla and Jillian, the Divas Champion managed to pin Melina for the win. Following the match, all of the Divas took to the ring, where they squared off before assaulting one another with little regard to their home brand.
After the match, Raw's interim General Manager, Vickie Guerrero, announced that there would be a 25-Diva Battle Royal at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania, featuring Divas from Raw, SmackDown, ECW and WWE History.
Randy Orton was interviewed in his home; WWE Champion Triple H will face Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase in a Handicap Match later in the night
Three nights earlier, Randy Orton and his “Legacy” appeared on SmackDown, where they brutally attacked WWE Champion Triple H. But while Orton’s WrestleMania opponent was scheduled to face Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase in a Handicap Match as Raw’s main event, The Legend Killer rested comfortably in his St. Louis home. In his interview with Michael Cole, Orton claimed that his attack on Triple H showed restraint, despite the fact that it violated his own stipulation banning physical contact between himself and the champion. The viper-like Superstar went on to state his plan to continuously chip away at The Game until they face one another for the WWE Title at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania.
JBL def. CM Punk to become the new Intercontinental Champion
As announced prior to the match, JBL had been petitioning Vickie Guerrero in recent weeks for an Intercontinental Title opportunity. On Raw, the show’s interim General Manager finally gave in, and placed the Longhorn Loudmouth in a match against Intercontinental Champion CM Punk. In spite of The Straightedge Superstar’s impressive technical ability, he wasn’t able to compete against the unscrupulous tactics of JBL, who raked Punk’s eyes and hit him with a clothesline to win the title, which could very well play into his promise on his WWE Universe blog to do something “historic” at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania.
Undertaker appeared on Raw to confront Shawn Michaels
Raw opened with Shawn Michaels taking to the ring, trumpeting his intention of beating Undertaker at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania, breaking The Phenom’s historic 16-0 winning streak. But “Mr. WrestleMania” was interrupted by a bone-chilling gong, heralding the arrival of Undertaker himself. The Deadman pointed out that while HBK has an impressive history at WrestleMania, he has known defeat at The Biggest Spectacle of Them All, while Undertaker has not. Michaels was unflappable though, again proclaiming that he’ll walk away victorious before leaving the ring.
Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase def. WWE Champion Triple H in a Handicap Match via forfeit; The Game invades Randy Orton's home
As announced earlier in the night, Orton’s “Legacy,” Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase prepared to team up against WWE Champion Triple H in Raw’s main event. But when The Game’s music played, the WWE Champion was nowhere to be seen. Rhodes & DiBiase demanded that they be declared the victors, since their opponent was a no-show. The two multi-generational Superstars received their wish, but their victory was interrupted by Randy Orton, making his voice heard from his home in St. Louis.
The 2009 Royal Rumble winner was furious that Triple H would fail to show up for a match, and worried that he could no-show his WrestleMania title defense, preventing Orton from winning the championship. As he ranted, the doorbell began to ring, with increasing urgency. Eventually, a furious Triple H smashed his way through the door. The Game chased Orton through the house, terrifying his wife and father along the way, before throwing his WrestleMania opponent through a window. As the fight spilled over into the front yard, police officers arrived and took the WWE Champion away in handcuffs.
Rey Mysterio, Finlay & Christian def. Kane & World Tag Team Champions The Miz & John Morrison
A little less than a week after World Tag Team Champions The Miz & John Morrison faced off against Finlay & Christian as part of a Six-Man Tag Team Match on ECW, they met once again on Raw. The Belfast Brawler and Captain Charisma were joined by Rey Mysterio as their opponents teamed up with Kane for another Six-Man Tag Team Match. Although he was at a size disadvantage, the Ultimate Underdog was able to prevail, pinning Morrison for the win.
Chris Jericho challenged Ric Flair to a match on Raw; Koko B. Ware announced as part of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2009
After losing a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match as a result of Ric Flair’s involvement, Chris Jericho was irate. The nefarious Superstar challenged the WWE Hall of Famer to come out of retirement and face him in a match the following week on Raw, where he promised to end the “Ric Flair story.”
Following Jericho’s tirade, another member of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2009 was announced: Koko B. Ware.
Kofi Kingston def. Chris Jericho in a Money in the Bank Qualifying Match, due to the involvement of Ric Flair
On Raw, Kofi Kingston and Chris Jericho faced off with a spot in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match at stake. Both Superstars were eager to do whatever it took to earn the right to perform on The Grandest Stage of Them All, as winning the Money in the Bank Match results in a World Title Match at any time of the challenger’s choosing. During the contest, Hall of Famer Ric Flair made his way out to the entrance ramp and distracted Jericho, taking revenge for the nefarious Superstar’s recent spate of insults and attacks perpetuated on numerous WWE Legends. The "Nature Boy’s" involvement was just the opening Kingston needed, as he pinned Jericho to earn his spot at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania.
John Cena was added to the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania World Heavyweight Championship Match; Big Show was revealed to be carrying on an affair with Vickie Guerrero
SmackDown’s World Heavyweight Champion Edge and Big Show appeared on Raw with the General Manager of both shows, Vickie Guerrero for their World Heavyweight Title Match contract signing. Both Superstars put aside their enmity to sign the paperwork, shake hands and agree to make history at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania. But their moment was interrupted by John Cena, who just a few days earlier on SmackDown, had whispered something in Guerrero’s ear, capable of stopping Edge’s wife in her tracks. At the former World Heavyweight Champion’s urging, Vickie announced that the contest would become a Triple Threat Match in order to include Cena.
When both The Rated-R Superstar and The World’s Largest Athlete appeared utterly shocked at the development, Cena offered them an explanation against the General Manager’s wishes. He claimed that he had confessed his love for Vickie Guerrero, prompting her to give him a World Heavyweight Title opportunity as a way of expressing her own amorous feelings toward him. Edge was infuriated by Cena making moves on his wife, and told Vickie to tear up the contract. Cena then revealed the truth: He didn’t have feelings for Vickie, but he knew someone else who did. Showing the footage he presumably used to pressure the General Manager, Cena revealed that Big Show and Vickie had been carrying on a relationship behind her husband’s back.
Divas Champion Maryse def. Women’s Champion Melina (non-title match)
As a result of their altercation on Raw last week, Divas Champion Maryse came to Raw to face off against Women’s Champion Melina. But Maryse wasn’t traveling alone, as she brought a group of SmackDown Divas with her, including Maria, the Bella Twins, Eve and Michelle McCool. In spite of the presence of a group of Raw Divas including Mickie James, Kelly Kelly, Beth Phoenix, Rosa Mendes, Layla and Jillian, the Divas Champion managed to pin Melina for the win. Following the match, all of the Divas took to the ring, where they squared off before assaulting one another with little regard to their home brand.
After the match, Raw's interim General Manager, Vickie Guerrero, announced that there would be a 25-Diva Battle Royal at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania, featuring Divas from Raw, SmackDown, ECW and WWE History.
Randy Orton was interviewed in his home; WWE Champion Triple H will face Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase in a Handicap Match later in the night
Three nights earlier, Randy Orton and his “Legacy” appeared on SmackDown, where they brutally attacked WWE Champion Triple H. But while Orton’s WrestleMania opponent was scheduled to face Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase in a Handicap Match as Raw’s main event, The Legend Killer rested comfortably in his St. Louis home. In his interview with Michael Cole, Orton claimed that his attack on Triple H showed restraint, despite the fact that it violated his own stipulation banning physical contact between himself and the champion. The viper-like Superstar went on to state his plan to continuously chip away at The Game until they face one another for the WWE Title at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania.
JBL def. CM Punk to become the new Intercontinental Champion
As announced prior to the match, JBL had been petitioning Vickie Guerrero in recent weeks for an Intercontinental Title opportunity. On Raw, the show’s interim General Manager finally gave in, and placed the Longhorn Loudmouth in a match against Intercontinental Champion CM Punk. In spite of The Straightedge Superstar’s impressive technical ability, he wasn’t able to compete against the unscrupulous tactics of JBL, who raked Punk’s eyes and hit him with a clothesline to win the title, which could very well play into his promise on his WWE Universe blog to do something “historic” at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania.
Undertaker appeared on Raw to confront Shawn Michaels
Raw opened with Shawn Michaels taking to the ring, trumpeting his intention of beating Undertaker at the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania, breaking The Phenom’s historic 16-0 winning streak. But “Mr. WrestleMania” was interrupted by a bone-chilling gong, heralding the arrival of Undertaker himself. The Deadman pointed out that while HBK has an impressive history at WrestleMania, he has known defeat at The Biggest Spectacle of Them All, while Undertaker has not. Michaels was unflappable though, again proclaiming that he’ll walk away victorious before leaving the ring.
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25 Divas To Battle For Title Of "Miss WrestleMania"
March 10th 2009 04:17
It's not a dream, it's real. At the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania in Houston, one gorgeous Diva will pack the ring for each year that WrestleMania has thrilled audiences in a 25-Diva Battle Royal.
Believe it or not, it gets better.
Not only will 25 of the Sexiest Women on Television be facing off against one another, they’ll also be competing to see who earns the title of the first-ever “Miss WrestleMania.” The 25-Diva Battle Royal will feature ladies from Raw, SmackDown, ECW, including Women’s Champion Melina and Divas Champion Maryse. And prepare yourself for some epic clashes that you never thought you'd see as several WWE Divas from the past enter the ring to challenge those who have followed in their footsteps.
Catch all the action live on Sunday, April 5, as the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania is celebrated in Houston’s Reliant Stadium.
Believe it or not, it gets better.
Not only will 25 of the Sexiest Women on Television be facing off against one another, they’ll also be competing to see who earns the title of the first-ever “Miss WrestleMania.” The 25-Diva Battle Royal will feature ladies from Raw, SmackDown, ECW, including Women’s Champion Melina and Divas Champion Maryse. And prepare yourself for some epic clashes that you never thought you'd see as several WWE Divas from the past enter the ring to challenge those who have followed in their footsteps.
Catch all the action live on Sunday, April 5, as the 25th Anniversary of WrestleMania is celebrated in Houston’s Reliant Stadium.
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Vladimir Kozlov Tours Turkey
March 9th 2009 08:03
Vladimir Kozlov is touring Turkey to promote the launch of SmackDown on television programming in the European nation. The SmackDown Superstar has been traveling throughout the country, participating in several TV, print and radio interviews.
Kozlov was a special guest on Turkey’s highest-rated entertainment show, Wheel of Fortune, where he was interviewed in front of a live, studio audience. Fox also interviewed Kozlov in front of the Sultan’s mosque, and he participated in a radio interview for Number ONE FM.
The SmackDown Superstar was interviewed in the popular Turkish daily newspaper, Sabah, which has a circulation of more than 428,000. The feature included a photo spread with Istanbul as the backdrop. Kozlov also spoke to Turkish men’s magazine, Boxer, as well as Haberturk newspaper.
Throughout his visit, the SmackDown Superstar has been greeted with chants of his name in Russian and Turkish.
SmackDown recently launched on Fox Turkey to an audience of 5 million.
Kozlov was a special guest on Turkey’s highest-rated entertainment show, Wheel of Fortune, where he was interviewed in front of a live, studio audience. Fox also interviewed Kozlov in front of the Sultan’s mosque, and he participated in a radio interview for Number ONE FM.
The SmackDown Superstar was interviewed in the popular Turkish daily newspaper, Sabah, which has a circulation of more than 428,000. The feature included a photo spread with Istanbul as the backdrop. Kozlov also spoke to Turkish men’s magazine, Boxer, as well as Haberturk newspaper.
Throughout his visit, the SmackDown Superstar has been greeted with chants of his name in Russian and Turkish.
SmackDown recently launched on Fox Turkey to an audience of 5 million.
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