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Breaking news: WWE releases Trevor Murdoch

Flair3 — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 03:29:00 GMT

Source Rajah.com and WWE.com

As reported on both sites, Trevor Murdoch was released earlier today. So here's what was posted on Rajah.com

Quote:

Trevor Murdoch released

Written: July 3, 2008

We have come to terms on the release of Trevor Murdoch as of today, July 03, 2008. We wish Trevor the best in all future endeavors.

Im just wondering why he was drafted to Smackdown if they were going to release him.

Who will take the title from Joe?

RatedLegend — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 17:57:57 GMT

So as the title explains who do you think will take the TNA world title from Samoa Joe when the time comes?

Im pretty sure that Joe is going to have a long title reign as Tna world champion but we need to think ahead as to who will take the belt from him.

Can ROH make it in this current age of wrestling?

Edgecator — Sat, 17 May 2008 00:06:35 GMT

make your selection than explain why you said yes or no.

Breaking news: Jimmy Wang Yang is suspended for 30 days

Flair3 — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:45:09 GMT

WWE.com just released the following statement that Jimmy wang Yang have just been suspended for 30 day for breaking the wellnes policy. This have been released on WWE.com a few minutes ago and reported on Rajah.com a few minutes later. Here's the article from Rajah.com

WWE issued the following on their corporate website moments ago:

World Wrestling Entertainment� Suspends Performer

June 9, 2008

STAMFORD, Conn., June 9, 2008 � In accordance with its Talent Wellness Program, WWE� has ...

2 Years Today - Remembering John "Earthquake" Tenta

Contemp — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 10:48:05 GMT

Today marks the 2 year anniversary since the passing of John "Earthquake Tenta who passed away after his battle with bladder cancer.

Tenta's career began as a sumo wrestler leaving his home in British Columbia to work in Japan. He made the transition to pro wrestling training under Puroseru legend Giant Baba. Tenta spent a year and Japan before moving to the US where he signed with the World Wrestling Federation. He was originally called Earthquake Evans managed by the Doctor of Style ...

Prediction Leagues Discussion

BIGBRIAN — Fri, 02 May 2008 03:16:31 GMT

Wow good calls Luke!

WrestleFan Trivia Night

The Great Khali — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 05:17:08 GMT

The first Trivia evening is going to be held on Saturday the 26th. The time will be announced later. If you would like to join in either post here or PM me. You will be placed in a team of up to 3 members, The Trivia will take place in the forum chat.

Boobs or butt man?

Wrestling_God — Tue, 06 May 2008 06:23:45 GMT

Big boobs, big butt, both, or neither?

Trivia: Who became the WWF...(solved)

The Great Khali — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 03:02:20 GMT

Who became the WWF Intercontinental Champion on April 12, 1999?

Trivia: Who has managed the wrestlers(solved)

The Great Khali — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 03:01:16 GMT

Who has managed the wrestlers Chris Jericho, the Undertaker, Ice Train, Jazz, Sid Vicious and Too Cold Scorpio ?

NWA Confirms WWE is Blocking Ric Flair From Attending Their HOF Ceremony

The Great Khali — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:43:33 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

The National Wrestling Alliance issued the following statement in regard to the Flair situation this afternoon:

UPDATE ON 2008 NWA HALL OF FAME CEREMONY

Ric Flair, part of the 2008 NWA Hall of Fame class, will unfortunately not be present to receive this honor on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at Philips Arena in Atlanta, GA. World Wrestling Entertainment, which has a contractual relationship with Flair, will not permit Flair to attend the ceremony.

"I am ...

Rivalry Game 3

The Great Khali — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:54:52 GMT

1. Raven

New ECW General Manager Named, No "Blockbuster Announcement" Made, More

The Great Khali — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:39:44 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

-- Armando Estrada has been replaced as the General Manager of ECW. At the start of tonight's broadcast on Sci Fi, crew members were removing items from the General Manager's office. Armando Estrada came in and told them to stop. They claimed the general manager told them to remove the items. Armando told them that he is the General Manager. Theodore Long showed up and said, "Not anymore, player." Later in the show, Long showed Estrada a form from the "Board ...

Latest On Stephanie McMahon's Pregnancy, Stars Backstage At ONS, WWE Draft

The Great Khali — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:44:29 GMT

source: www.prowrestling.NET

-- Stephanie McMahon has been off the road for the past few weeks due to her pregnancy. Stephanie is due to give birth in late July and will likely take a lengthy maternity leave upon the birth of her second child, so she's going be gone for quite a while longer. During her last maternity leave two years ago, Stephanie said she would not be involved in the creative process. Additionally, she had little, if any, communication with the creative team during her ...

Latest On The Undertaker, Last Night's ECW Show Rewritten, Steve Austin Mix-up

The Great Khali — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:42:35 GMT

source: www.prowrestling.NET

-- Undertaker is taking time off to let some nagging injuries heal. He is not retiring, nor has he violated the company's Wellness Policy. "He's making huge money," said one source. "He has a long-term deal."

-- Last night's ECW show underwent several rewrites. The original script for the show called for a number of pre-taped backstage segments, but Vince changed his mind and made it a straight forward wrestling show for the most part. ...

Official Orton Injury Diagnosis, WWE Ambassador Flair, New WWE Wrestler Debuts

The Great Khali — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:41:25 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

-- The official diagnosis on Randy Orton's injury is a compress fracture of his left collarbone, reports PWInsider.com. Orton is expected to be out two to three months at this point, so he should likely be back in the ring by September.

-- The WWE site has posted a video of Ric Flair cutting a promo telling fans to watch WWE 24/7 Online during the month of June. The article on the site refers to him as 'WWE Ambassador Ric Flair'.

-- Matt Sydal made his WWE ...

Update On Big Show's Injury; Much Worse Than Expected

The Great Khali — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:40:29 GMT

The following comes from WWE.com:

As a result of colliding with the steel steps at One Night Stand, the No. 1 contender to Kane�s ECW Championship, Big Show, has been diagnosed with a fracture of the sinus cavity and possibly his orbital bone. The 7-foot, 440-pound Singapore Cane Match winner will see a specialist tomorrow in Los Angeles for further examination. Stay tuned to WWE.com for further updates.

WWE RAW Rating, Several Legends Confirmed For Sunday's TNA PPV

The Great Khali — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 01:38:17 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

-- According to data compiled by Neilson Media Research, this week's post-One Night Stand edition of WWE RAW did a 3.06 cable rating. The hourly numbers were 2.99 and 3.13. This is up from last week's 2.9, but not as high as the company was expecting with the stacked show.

-- TNA has announced that wrestling legends Jake Roberts, Kamala, George Steele and Koko B. Ware will be appearing as "groomsmen" at Sunday's Slammiversary PVV for the Jay Lethal and So ...

One Night Stand 2008

The Great Khali — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:52:44 GMT

Discussion for tonights WWE PPV ONS.

Breaking News: Another WWE Wrestler DUI Arrest In Tampa, Florida

The Great Khali — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:07:54 GMT

source: PWInsider.com

Michael Brendli, 25, better known to wrestling fans as Mikey of the Spirit Squad, was arrested on DUI charges late last night in Tampa, Florida. He is currently a member of WWE developmental Florida Championship Wrestling's roster.

The former WWE World Tag Team Champion was pulled over and then arrested on Adamo Drive East and Falkenburg Road South at 11:12 PM last night. Brendli was listed as having a blood alcohol level of 0.94. A second test was conducted and ...

Jim Ross Says Big Changes Are Coming To WWE Soon

The Great Khali — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:03:02 GMT

Source: JRsBarBQ.com

Jim Ross is back with another blog entry. The most newsworthy item is that Ross acknowledges WWE is well aware of their ratings problem and are planning some big changes in the near future.

"I am anxious to see what changes are initiated on Monday Night Raw this week as it seems that several changes are rumored to be on their way. Last Monday�s lackluster TV rating for Monday Night Raw would certainly be reason enough to move these changes along as no one ...

Backstage Belief On What Led To Regal's Suspension, Another Major ONS Injury

The Great Khali — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:06:11 GMT

source: www.f4wonline.com

-- It is well known that William Regal has had problems with recreational drugs in the past; ultimately losing his job two times over it (early 1998 from WCW and April 1999 from WWE), as well as a stint in rehab (early 1999). However, he has long since claimed to be clean. No one has said anything on Regal struggling to maintain his sobriety, so that the theory of him failing a drug test due to recreational drugs appears to be out.

Regal has been telling people ...

Great American Bash PPV Poster, WWE Confirms Orton's Broken Collarbone

The Great Khali — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:04:13 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

-- WWE.com has confirmed what Daniel reported here last night - that Randy Orton has indeed suffered a broken collarbone. The injury occured last night during his match with Triple H at the One Night Stand PPV. After blocking an RKO attempt by Orton, Triple H dumped the former WWE champion to the outside of the ring. Orton landed hard on his shoulder and was clearly in pain. You can read WWE.com's account of the situation here.

-- Pay-Per-View provider iNDEMAND ...

WWE Tightlipped About The Draft, Stephanie & HHH Rock Out, Kenny Dykstra Heat

The Great Khali — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 05:48:49 GMT

source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

-- Quite like last year, WWE is keeping the draft very secretive, to the point that most all of the talent will find out if they're changing brands as soon as the audience does during the live show. With the exception of the long-rumored Umaga brand switch, little has leaked out on the draft. Back in 2002, WWE did a live draft for television and a secondary draft with the results posted on the company website. A number of mid-level and lower-level wrestlers ...

Flair Returning To WWE TV Soon, WWE Star Not A Legal U.S. Citizen, Dusty Rhodes

The Great Khali — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:07:04 GMT

source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

-- Ric Flair is expected to be brought back to television within the next few weeks. More than likely it will be a one-time appearance to promote the release of his next DVD, but a regular role shouldn't be ruled out.

-- Even though he's been living in the country since 1992, WWE Raw star William Regal is still not a legal U.S. citizen. A third strike on the Wellness Policy could be potentially devastating as he would be forced to be terminated ...

New Details On Vince McMahon's "Million Dollar Mania" Giveaway

The Great Khali — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:04:52 GMT

Source: IHT.com

The Associated Press published a story this morning that included new details regarding Vince McMahon's "Million Dollar Mania" giveaway. Here are the details:

- The promotion begins next week on RAW (June 9).

- For a chance to win a part (but not all) of the $1 million, viewers must pre-register on WWE.com and then watch the beginning of "Raw" each week to receive a special code, which viewers must tell McMahon if he calls them during the live ...

How Long Orton Will Be Out, Big Show Injury Update, WWE Press Conference

The Great Khali — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:08:43 GMT

source: Wrestling Observer

-- Randy Orton doesn't need surgery for his broken left collarbone as the injury will heal on its own. He'll likely be out for about three months, so he should be back just after SummerSlam.

-- WWE.com has posted a photo gallery of Big Show in his hotel room earlier today showcasing the huge gash he suffered during the Singapore Cane match last night at One Night Stand. His left eye is completely swollen shut not to mention discolored.

-- WWE issued ...

New Controversial Wrestling Book Alleges Two WWE Announcers On Steroids

The Great Khali — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:02:04 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

In case you don't know, there is a controversial new book out called Ring of Hell detailing the rise and destructive fall of Chris Benoit, not to mention the bizarre world of professional wrestling. The book brings to light several untold stories concerning sexual misconduct, drug abuse, racism and organized crime hidden beneath the seedy underbelly of professional wrestling. The author of the book, Matthew Randazzo V, also puts together his theories on what drove Chris ...

Stacy Keibler Wanted To Do Topless Scene In Movie, Wrestler's Foot Crushed, More

The Great Khali — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 01:00:46 GMT

source: TMZ.com, Wrestling Observer

-- Former WWE Diva Stacy Keibler lobbied hard to do a topless scene in the movie Mercy, an upcoming film by writer Scott Caan, but director Patrick Hoelck nixed the idea. Hoelck soon changed his mind and okayed the scene with Keibler, but Keibler nixed the idea herself. Keibler was then dropped from the film altogether. The role has since been given to a "no-name" actress.

-- A wrestler from Dory Funk's Funking Conservatory promotion was ...

5 Years Today - Remembering Classy Freddie Blassie

Contemp — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 08:35:46 GMT

Today marks the 5 Year Anniversary since the passing of wrestling legend Classy Freddie Blassie. Freddie Blassie made his wrestling debut in 1935 at the age of 17 working in the carnival circuit. He soon got work from established wrestling promoters. Blassie wrestled in the NWA territories of Georgia during the early 1950s, he soon made his way to Los Angeles working for the World Wrestling Association, Blassie captured the WWA Heavyweight title. Blassie wrestled frequently in Japan and feuding ...

Major WWE Star Taking Time Off After ONS, Million Dollar Contest Shocker, More

The Great Khali — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 05:46:23 GMT

source: www.f4wonline.com

-- Batista is expected to take a few months off soon, likely after One Night Stand. He is expected to be out until SummerSlam. At the moment, we don't have any details on his hiatus except that it's not Wellness-related. In light of this news, there's a good chance he'll being put out of action in his stretcher match with Shawn Michaels tomorrow night at One Night Stand.

-- Concerning WWE's one million dollar giveaway, it is now coming out that the plan is ...

Jay Lethal Talks To Randy Savage, Gail Kim's Knee Injury, Impact Ratings News

The Great Khali — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 05:47:36 GMT

source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

-- SLAM! Wrestling has an article on "Black Machismo" Jay Lethal. Lethal was asked about "Macho Man" Randy Savage's thoughts on the "Black Machismo" gimmick. Lethal said he has never talked to Savage face-to-face, but has talked to him over the phone. Lethal said, "I was a little skeptical that it was really Macho Man Randy Savage, because there are a lot of people out there who can do his voice. Two months later, I ...

10 Years Today - Remembering the Junkyard Dog

Contemp — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:12:45 GMT

Today marks the 10 Anniversary since the death of the Sylvester Ritter better known to wrestling fan as the Junkyard Dog. Ritter died tragically in a car accident on June 1, 1998 after attending his daughter's college graduation.

The JYD's career started in Tennessee where he was known as Leroy Rochester. He then moved to Canada wrestling for Stu Hart's Stampede Wrestling to gain experience, he was known as Big Daddy Ritter, Ritter captured the North American Title.

Ritter returned ...

Does having a previous in ring career make a better manager ?

The Great Khali — Mon, 05 May 2008 01:42:01 GMT

Does having a previous in ring career make a better manager ? Reasons why/why not.

Two Former WWE Stars Possibly Joining TNA, Kurt Angle Going Hollywood, Salinas

The Great Khali — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 05:45:37 GMT

source: prowrestling.NET

-- TNA officials are looking to add some new talent to the roster. Two names that have come up are former WWE stars Joey Mercury and Johnny Parisi a.k.a. Johnny Swinger. Their names have come up several times, but management has yet to pull the trigger on them. Mercury worked a dark match before last year's Bound For Glory pay-per-view, but nothing came out of it. TNA road agent Pat Kenney a.k.a. Simon Diamond has been pitching for Swinger to come in. Swinger & ...

Cena & WWE Diva Appearing On 'Best Damn', The Final WWE Heat, WWE Tryouts

The Great Khali — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 05:44:47 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

-- WWE.com has confirmed the end of WWE Heat. They wrote in the show's preview: "Heat: The Grand Finale - After 513 episodes, Santino Marella helps sing Heat's swang song with four exciting matches." Matches tapped for the final episode of Heat include Snitsky vs. Super Crazy, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan vs. Santino Marella, Lance Cade vs. Jeff McAllister, and Robbie McCallister vs. Charlie Haas.

-- The WWE site has an article on Mick Foley finally ...

Stephanie McMahon Note, Duggan Taking Indy Bookings, New WWE Classics Show

The Great Khali — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 05:43:03 GMT

sources: PWInsider.com, www.pwtorch.com

-- Considering that "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan's WWE contract has been transferred from a regular talent contract to a Legends deal, he is now available for indy bookings again. Wrestling promoters interested in booking Duggan should contact NEWWrestling@yahoo.com.

-- Attention wrestling fans in the U.K., the new WWE program showcasing old wrestling footage is called WWE Vintage Collection and it is scheduled to debut on Sunday, June 8 at ...

Bobby Lashley Announces First MMA Match, Ric Flair In Hall Of Fame, Brock Lesnar

The Great Khali — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 05:35:01 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

-- Former WWE star Bobby Lashley has signed on with the Kentucky-based American Fight League, reports MMAJunkie.com. It is expected to be a non-exclusive deal, so he can still do wrestling. Additionally, Lashley showed up at tonight's AFL show in Atlanta to announce his signing with the MMA league, reports PWInsider.com. Lashley cut a promo saying he wants to fight and be the best. The AFL will be running a pay-per-view event in the Philips Arena in October, which will ...

HBK's new theme music

Wrestling_God — Wed, 28 May 2008 06:20:50 GMT

I have new entrance music envisioned for the "BackBroke Kid" Shawn Micheals and thought I would share it with you...(to the tune of "Sexy Boy")

Oh, oh Shawn

Still think I'm young

I'm over forty

My back is broke

But Vince adores me

I've got the moves, that really hurt me

Sciatic pains

Up and down my spine

I was a sexy boy,

Sexy boy

Check out my Jakks toy,

Jakks toy

I was a sexy boy,

Check out my Jakks toy

I was a Jakks toy

Jakks toy

My ...

HHH's new theme music

Wrestling_God — Wed, 28 May 2008 18:44:10 GMT

Same idea as my HBK theme music thread. This one's to the tune of "The Game" by Motorhead. Here ya go HHH...

"The Game (of Politics)"- Triple H's new theme music

I played the game!

I played the game!

Hahahahaha

Hahaha

It's all about the game, and how you play it

That's why I'm always champ, 'cause I know how to make it

I love to politic, and if you can't stand it

I'll tell my wife's dad, and you're not gonna make it...

I play the game, that's ...

The Rock Divorces his Wife

StuffOfLegends — Sat, 31 May 2008 20:55:53 GMT

According TMZ.com, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has divorce his now ex-wife, Dani. The two filed separation last week and it's now finalized. Both will have custody of their 7-year-old daughter, Simone. The divorce agreement stated that both sides are required to put $5,000 a month into their daughter�s trust fund which will be used towards a private school, college education and other living expenses. The Rock will have to pay over $22,454 a month in child support.

cade or murdoch? who has more of a future?

Edgecator — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:32:04 GMT

Who do you guys think will make it in wwe by themselves?

Santino Marella Shoot on Cornette

Flair3 — Sat, 31 May 2008 00:37:35 GMT

Source Rajah.com

Santino Marella was in an interview on the Baltimore Sun Today and he had some harsh words to say about Jim Cornette, calling him a looser amongst other things. Here's a resume of what he had to say taken from Rajah.com.

." Marella said: "Jim Cornette is a loser. Jim Cornette is an insecure person. And controversy creates cash, so maybe one day, Jim Cornette, I'm going to wrap that cheap tennis racquet around you neck. I'd like to have a cage match with Jim Cornette. ...

HHH, time to step down?

Edgecator — Sat, 17 May 2008 00:08:51 GMT

Is it time for HH to step down and let someone else take the throne? explain your choice

Scott Steiner shoots on Flair, Triple H, and HBK again...praises Hulk Hogan

Wrestling_God — Wed, 28 May 2008 21:57:06 GMT

Kevin Eck of the Baltimore Sun has conducted another interview with TNA star Scott Steiner. Steiner put over Hulk Hogan as "the main guy you have to respect" but had some really harsh words for Ric Flair, Triple H and Shawn Michaels. To read the entire interview, click here. Some highlights:

Steiner on Ric Flair: I always knew he was a piece of garbage. Flair never drew when I was in the NWA and WCW. Flair had all of his friends booking him on top and we were not drawing. People can say ...

Mike "Awful" Adamle butchers an excellent show this week

Wrestling_God — Wed, 28 May 2008 21:29:20 GMT

Just when you thought Awful Adamle had stopped, his blunders continue. ECW was excellent this week, minus the butchering job Mike Adamle did.

Check out this video of the match between the Big Show and Tommy Dreamer. Horrible commentating by Adamle during this match, topped off with him calling the Big Show's finisher (a chokeslam) a body slam.

Comments?

Ultimate Warrior's Agent Addresses WWE & TNA Rumors

The Great Khali — Wed, 28 May 2008 12:19:24 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

Berie J. Gernay, the managing agent of the Ultimate Warrior, released the following statement this morning:

Regarding Ultimate Warrior Rumors of TNA/WWE

"Warrior is completely focused on "The Ultimate Return" on June 25th in Barcelona. The NWE has provided us an incredible opportunity on our own terms and we are preparing to bring the fans much more than they are expecting. With numerous rumors being reported by wrestling "insiders".... ...

More On WWE's Million Dollar Contest, Past History, New ONS Match, More

The Great Khali — Wed, 28 May 2008 12:18:15 GMT

Source: Rajah.com

-- The WWE site has an article on Vince McMahon's $1 million giveaway at this link. To clarify, the sum of the total giveaway over the next few weeks will be $1 million, not $1 million every single week. WWE.com plans on posting further details regarding the contest as soon as they get them.

-- Vince McMahon's million dollar giveaway isn't something that's never been done before in pro wrestling as it's been done two other times. As a matter of fact, on the July ...

Kurt Angle's Return Date, Identity Of "Fan" Wrestling Kong, Go Backstage At PPV

The Great Khali — Wed, 28 May 2008 12:16:51 GMT

source: www.f4wonline.com

-- The latest on Kurt Angle is that the company fully expects him to be cleared to wrestle in time for Slammiversary on June 8. His planned match with AJ Styles is apparently back on.

-- The "fan" who wrestled Awesome Kong on last week's Impact is a student from Team 3D's Florida wrestling school named Mimi Wolfram, a.k.a. Crazy Mimi.

-- Tickets for Victory Road in Houston on 7/13 go on sale this Saturday. TNA's holding a contest where fans ...

TNA Planning A Top Star's Retirement, Scott Steiner Injured, PPVs Out Of Orlando

The Great Khali — Wed, 28 May 2008 12:15:05 GMT

source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

-- TNA is planning for the possibility of Sting retiring when his current contract expires at the end of the year. Company officials want to give him a proper sendoff after watching what WWE did for Ric Flair. Although, Sting has not indicated whether he plans to retire from professional wrestling at the end of the year. At Slammiversary, the plan for Sting is to give an interview pondering his future in wrestling.

-- Scott Steiner was too injured ...