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Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Full WWE Network Schedule For Wednesday - WCW Monday Nitro, Beyond The Ring, More Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581080/full-wwe-network-schedule-for-wednesday-wcw-monday-nitro/#ixzz3DYUnqllS Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

Below is the full schedule for Wednesday, day 207 of the WWE Network launch:

12:00 am ET - Monday Night War: 9/16/14. A controversial end to Bret Hart's WWE career forever changes the fate of Monday Night Raw and Monday Nitro.

1:00 am ET - WWE Countdown: 9/16/14. Counting down the top ten moments from the Royal Rumble PPV events.

2:00 am ET - Journey to SummerSlam: 8/19/14. Witness the journeys of Seth Rollins, Dean Ambrose, and Roman Reigns - from their humble beginnings to the biggest event of the summer!

3:00 am ET - WWE Night of Champions 2012: 9/16/12. In a match marked by confusion and controversy, CM Punk puts his 300-day reign as WWE Champion on the line against John Cena.

6:00 am ET - WWE Main Event: 9/15/14. WWE Main Event features incredible in-ring action from the WWE Superstars and Divas of Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown.

7:00 am ET - Monday Night War: 9/16/14. A controversial end to Bret Hart's WWE career forever changes the fate of Monday Night Raw and Monday Nitro.

8:00 am ET - WWE Countdown: 9/16/14. Counting down the top ten moments from the Royal Rumble PPV events.

9:00 am ET - WWE Main Event: 9/15/14. WWE Main Event features incredible in-ring action from the WWE Superstars and Divas of Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown.

10:00 am ET - Monday Night War: 9/16/14. A controversial end to Bret Hart's WWE career forever changes the fate of Monday Night Raw and Monday Nitro.

11:00 am ET - WWE Countdown: 9/16/14. Counting down the top ten moments from the Royal Rumble PPV events.

12:00 pm ET - WWE Main Event: 9/15/14. WWE Main Event features incredible in-ring action from the WWE Superstars and Divas of Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown.

1:00 pm ET - Monday Night War: 9/16/14. A controversial end to Bret Hart's WWE career forever changes the fate of Monday Night Raw and Monday Nitro.

2:00 pm ET - WWE Countdown: 9/16/14. Counting down the top ten moments from the Royal Rumble PPV events.

3:00 pm ET - Legends House: 4/16/14. Eight WWE Legends reunite and get acquainted with their new neighbors. Back at the Legends' House, tempers flare.

4:00 pm ET - WCW Monday Nitro: 9/10/95. On this episode of WCW Monday Nitro Hulk Hogan puts the World Heavyweight Championship on the line against 'The Total Package' Lex Luger.

5:00 pm ET - WCW Monday Nitro: 9/18/95. On this episode of WCW Monday Nitro the fallout from Fall Brawl. Brian Pillman battles Ric Flair in the main event and more.

6:00 pm ET - WWE Main Event: 9/15/14. WWE Main Event features incredible in-ring action from the WWE Superstars and Divas of Monday Night Raw and Friday Night SmackDown.

7:00 pm ET - WWE Beyond The Ring: 6/29/10. Follow the career of the legendary Ricky 'The Dragon' Steamboat from his start in the Carolinas to becoming a fan favorite in WCW and WWE.

8:00 pm ET - Legends House: 4/16/14. Eight WWE Legends reunite and get acquainted with their new neighbors. Back at the Legends' House, tempers flare.

9:00 pm ET - WCW Monday Nitro: 9/10/95. On this episode of WCW Monday Nitro Hulk Hogan puts the World Heavyweight Championship on the line against 'The Total Package' Lex Luger.

10:00 pm ET - WCW Monday Nitro: 9/18/95. On this episode of WCW Monday Nitro the fallout from Fall Brawl. Brian Pillman battles Ric Flair in the main event and more.

11:00 pm ET - Legends House: 4/16/14. Eight WWE Legends reunite and get acquainted with their new neighbors. Back at the Legends' House, tempers flare.

Spoiler: Title Change At Tonight's TNA Impact Wrestling Tapings, New Knockouts Contender Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581079/spoiler-title-change-at-tonight-tna-impact-wrestling-tapings/#ixzz3DYUP1wrc Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

Havok defeated Gail Kim to win the TNA Knockouts Title at tonight's Impact Wrestling tapings in Bethlehem, PA. The match will air on October 1st.

Madison Rayne later defeated Taryn Terrell and Angelina Love to become the new #1 contender to Havok.

We will have full spoilers shortly.

Spoiler Photo: Former WWE Star Debuts With TNA

Former WWE Superstar Brodus Clay made his TNA debut at tonight's tapings in Bethlehem, PA. He sided with Ethan Carter III, as seen in the photo below. We will have full spoilers shortly.

Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581078/spoiler-photo-former-wwe-superstar-debuts-with-tna/#ixzz3DYUANTLt
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So I just saw the TNA debut of @BrodusClay 

10:03 PM - 16 Sep 2014

The Wyatt Family Get New Opponents For SmackDown, Attendance Note For Tonight Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581077/the-wyatt-family-gets-new-opponents-for-friday-smackdown/#ixzz3DYTRirZQ Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

- WWE previously announced that Tag Team Champions The Usos would team with Big Show to face Bray Wyatt, Erick Rowan and Luke Harper on this Friday's SmackDown.

That match has been changed to Big Show and Los Matadores vs. The Wyatt Family. Jimmy Uso wrestled a singles match against Stardust instead.

- One of our correspondents at tonight's WWE TV tapings in Biloxi, MS noted that there are a lot of empty seats on the hard camera side and the entire upper level of the arena is tarped off. He and a friend moved down into a better section of seats with no hassle.

The Ascension And Other NXT Stars Work Dark Matches, Night Of Champions Pre-show Panel Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581076/the-ascension-and-other-nxt-stars-work-dark-matches/#ixzz3DYT3qcmH Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

- The dark match before tonight's WWE Main Event in Biloxi, MS saw Kofi Kingston defeat Tyler Breeze with Trouble In Paradise.

- The dark match in between tonight's Main Event and SmackDown tapings saw Adrian Neville and Sami Zayn defeat The Ascension when Neville hit Red Arrow on Viktor while Konnor was outside of the ring. Neville and Zayn got a big pop after the match.

- Renee Young, Alex Riley and Booker T will be on the Night of Champions Kickoff pre-show panel this Sunday. As noted, the pre-show will also feature Christian and Chris Jericho in a Peep Show segment.

SPOILERS WWE SmackDown Results For This Week Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581075/live-spoilers-for-this-week-wwe-smackdown/#ixzz3DYSm6GPE Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

Thanks to PainLord for the following WWE SmackDown spoilers from tonight's tapings in Biloxi, MS:

* Jimmy Uso defeated Stardust. Jey Uso and Goldust were at ringside.

* Sheamus and Dolph Ziggler defeated The Miz and Cesaro. R-Truth and Damien Sandow were at ringside.

* Adam Rose defeated Heath Slater. Titus O'Neil was at ringside with Slater. Rose got the win after The Bunny got in the ring and provided distraction.

* Roman Reigns vs. Rusev is announced for the main event.

* The Wyatt Family defeated Big Show and Los Matadores. Bray Wyatt caught one of the Matadores with Sister Abigail for the win.

* AJ Lee is out next for commentary. Paige defeated Nikki Bella in a non-title match. Fans chanted for CM Punk as AJ entered the ring with the Divas Title after the match. Paige demanded the title and they struggled for it. Nikki laid them both out and posed with the title.

* Bo Dallas defeated Jack Swagger. Swagger controlled a lot of the match and they fought outside of the ring. Bo cut a promo and told Swagger to Bo-lieve after the match.

* Rusev vs. Roman Reigns ended when Seth Rollins interfered. Rusev wins by DQ. Rollins jumped off the top with his briefcase but Reigns moved and Rollins hit Rusev instead. Reigns sent Rollins to the floor and hit a Superman punch on Rusev. Rollins pulled Reigns to the floor and they brawled over the announcers table. This was a good back and forth match with some good power move sequences.

Spoiler Notes From Tonight's TNA Tapings On Bully Ray, Davey Richards And A Big Tag Match Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581074/spoiler-note-from-tonight-tna-tapings-on-bully-ray/#ixzz3DYSSkkFc Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

Source: F4WOnline

We will have full spoilers from our correspondent at tonight's TNA tapings in Bethlehem, PA but Bully Ray is there and will be appearing on the final two episodes before Bound For Glory.

Davey Richards is also there and has recovered enough from his leg injury that he will be working the tapings also.

If they don't tape a Full Metal Mayhem match with Team 3D vs. The Wolves vs. The Hardys tonight, it will likely happen at Bound For Glory.

Bad News Barrett On When He'll Return, If He Blames Jack Swagger For His Injury, Dolph Ziggler, Miz Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581073/bad-news-barrett-on-when-we-can-expect-him-back/#ixzz3DYReEz5A Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

Bad News Barrett recently spoke with SportsKeeda.com while doing promotional work for WWE in India. Below are some highlights:

You have been out of action for quite a long time now with your shoulder injury. When can we expect you to be in the ring?

Yes, I have been out for a while. I'm going through my recovery phase right now. It has been great, I'm feeling great. I will be back probably by December, with WWE doing their European tour this winter.

Upon your return, will you be aiming to regain your Intercontinental title back?

Definitely. Since I didn't really lose the title, and was stripped off from it. I hope I'll come back and beat him up, cos' nobody likes the Miz. Everyone wants to beat Miz up. But, Dolph has it now, Dolph Ziggler. He is another guy who I think is a very talented performer; had some good matches with him in the past. And, if he is still the champion when I come back, I'll go straight for him. I enjoy wrestling him, but I want my title back.

And, what about Jack Swagger, the guy who injured you?

Jack Swagger, he is a good guy himself. I don't really blame him for the injury, I've been asked that before. It is just one of those things. And, unfortunately, you can get two guys, very experienced, like Jack Swagger and myself, and sometimes things go wrong, and that's exactly what happened with regards to my injuries. I don't blame him, but if I do get a chance I'm gonna hit him right away, just to be on the safer side.

Bad News Barrett or Wade Barrett?

Bad News Barrett. There you go that is the future. I mean Wade Barrett, I'm very proud of what I've achieved in the past, but right now, I'm performing as Bad News Barrett, that's my name, that's how I'm in the video game, and that is what my pictures says. So, yeah Bad News Barrett, that's my favourite right now.

WWE Main Event Results - Seth Rollins Vs. Big E, Cameron Vs. Brie Bella, RAW Rematch

Tonight's episode of WWE Main Event kicks off from Biloxi, MS with Michael Cole and Byron Saxton on commentary. We go right to the ring.

Dolph Ziggler and R-Truth vs. Damien Sandow and The Miz

R-Truth and WWE Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler are out first. The Miz and his stunt double Damien Sandow are out next.

Back and forth to start. Ziggler and Truth send their opponents to the floor for a pep talk. Sandow takes control of Ziggler now. Sandow beats Ziggler down as Miz applauds and we go to commercial.

Back from the break and Miz works over Truth. Miz keeps control and stops Truth from tagging. Quick tags between Miz and Sandow. Miz taunts Ziggler. Truth starts to fight back now. Miz cuts him off and hits the big clothesline in the corner. Miz takes Truth out again for a close 2 count. Ziggler finally gets the hot tag and unloads on Miz. Miz blocks the Fame-asser but Ziggler blocks a neckbreaker for a 2 count. Ziggler hits the Fame-asser for a close 2 count. Ziggler blocks the Figure Four with a roll up for 2. Truth gets the tag and hits a DDT on Miz as he turns around. Sandow breaks the pin. Sandow knocks Ziggler off the apron. Truth drops Sandow. Miz nails the Skull Crushing Finale for the win.

Winners: The Miz and Damien Sandow

- Renee Young is backstage with Seth Rollins, who cuts a promo on Roman Reigns.

- We go to commercials.

Brie Bella vs. Cameron

We go to the ring and out comes Brie Bella to her new theme song. We see video from earlier today of Renee Young talking with Nikki about how Brie will have to kiss her rear. Cameron is out next.

Cameron takes control early on and keeps it. A "yes!" chant starts up as Cameron drops a leg and covers for a 2 count. Brie counters and gets the win with her finisher.

Winner: Brie Bella

Big E vs. Seth Rollins

We go to the ring and out comes Big E for the main event. Back to commercial.

Back from the break and out comes Seth Rollins. Rollins gets "you sold out" chants before coming back in and locking up with Big E. Big E slams Rollins, sending him back to the floor to waste more time. Rollins comes in and tries to get some offense but Big E keeps getting the upperhand. Big E keeps control and hits big thrusts in the corner. Big E with more shots in the corner now. Rollins fights back with a kick and elbows. Big E blocks a suplex. Rollins slides out of a suplex. Big E catches Rollins in mid-air and drops him over his knee. Big E with another knee to the spine, and a third for a 2 count. Big E dumps Rollins over the top and follows. Big E slams Rollins into the announce table and throws him into the barrier. Big E presses Rollins and puts him back in the ring. Rollins decks Big E and drops him over the top. Rollins runs the ropes and leaps out with a dive as we go to commercial.

Back from the break and Rollins is still in control. Rollins drops Big E with a kick to the head for a 2 count. Rollins keeps control and drops a big knee before applying a headlock. Big E ends up spearing Rollins off the apron and they both fall hard on the floor. Big E brings it back in the ring and runs over Rollins. Big E goes for The Big Ending but Rollins slides out and kicks Big E in the head. Big E misses a shoulder thrust and hits the ring post. Rollins throws Big E into the opposite ring post and hits a Curb Stomp for the win.

Winner: Seth Rollins

Rob Van Dam Note, WWE Magazine Remembered, Recently Released WWE Employee Booked Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581071/rob-van-dam-note/#ixzz3DYPEeUzt Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

Rob Van Dam is set to appear at the debut of Ronin Pro Wrestling, in Miami, FL on Saturday September 27th, at The Miami Airport Convention Center. Other stars slated to appear include Tommy Dreamer, Al Snow, Joel Gertner, The Rock 'N' Roll Express, B. Brian Blair and many others. All talent booked for the event will take part in a Fan Fest from 4:00pm - 7:30pm to meet with fans, and take part in autograph signings and photo ops. The wrestling event will start at 8:00pm and currently includes ten matches, including: Alex Chamberlain vs. Frank Stone, Shawn Prime vs. Tommy Dreamer, Al Snow vs. Edward Malken, Jonny Vandal vs Eddie Graves, Leva Bates vs Dynamite Didi, The FRENEMIES (Aron Agony & Jude Mackenzie) vs T.E.C.H. (TC Read & Mike Monroe) vs. The Fanboys (Jaison Moore & Shane Swift), Solo Darling vs Justine Silver, El Protagonista vs Jack Zero, Mikaze vs Joey Bricco, and Donovan vs Oliver Caine. You can get more information atroninprowrestling.com.

- The final issue of WWE Magazine came out today. John Corrigan has an article at AL.com remembering the magazine. The article noted magazine sales fell from 6.4 million net units to 1.8 million net units over the past decade.

- Former WWE timekeeper Mark Yeaton will be refereeing at The Ultimate Wrestling Experience "Rise To Power" event on Sept 27th in New Cumberland, PA. Yeaton was a veteran WWE timekeeper who had worked for the company since 1985 before being released last month. Yeaton is also now accepting bookings to referee, you can email MarkYeaton@aol.com. Serious inquiries only.

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Rusev Being Prepared For John Cena Feud?, More On WWE And Steve Austin, Brock Lesnar Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581070/rusev-being-prepared-for-john-cena-feud/#ixzz3DYOmiv9I Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

Source: F4WOnline

- Mark Henry and Rusev closing out last night's RAW may have had something to do with preparing Rusev for a feud with John Cena soon.

- Triple H noted on Twitter that his weekly sitdown interview with Michael Cole will be replaced by a Brock Lesnar interview tomorrow.

- WWE has ordered production of a bunch of different Steve Austin t-shirts. We noted before that WWE mentioning Austin's podcast on RAW last night could be a sign that they're working together for something new.

Jim Ross Blogs On Impact Finding New Network, Reigns Beating Rollins On RAW, Chael Sonnen Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581067/jim-ross-blogs-on-impact-finding-new-network/#ixzz3DYO5RyAM Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

Source: JR's BBQ

Jim Ross posted his latest blog at JRsBarBQ.com. Here are some highlights:

Impact finding a new home:

"Heard the past few days that Impact Wrestling has more suitors to become TNA's new Cable TV home in early 2015. That's the good news but none of the cable networks are powerhouses but at least Impact has renewed interest from the cable world which is a good thing. I hope that for the Nashville based company's sake that something positive works out for them. It's obvious that major infrastructure changes will be in store for TNA but that's not necessarily a bad thing as companies do that all the time. It actually might make the company more efficient and productive over the long haul."

Roman Reigns wrestling Seth Rollins on RAW last night:

"Rollins vs. Reigns but the outcome was a head scratcher considering that the same two men will meet again this Sunday. To think that Reigns can't ever lose, no matter the circumstances, to continue his build is dubious logic. In a nutshell I did not understand the outcome of Rollins vs. Reigns Monday night."

Working with Chael Sonnen at the Oct. 3 Battleground MMA PPV:

"Getting very excited about working with Chael Sonnen on Friday night October 3 on PPV for Battleground MMA which will emanate from Tulsa and will feature the return of the 8 man, single elimination tournament with the winner earning, the hard way, 50K. Check with your local cable and satellite provider for more info. I can assure you that our broadcast won't be boring. I'm very excited to stick my toe into new waters especially considering I'm a major MMA fan."

Much more is contained in Ross' latest blog, including his thoughts on the Cena - Lesnar segment on RAW, Ric Flair's health issues, NXT and much more. You can check out the full entry by clicking here.

Also, don't forget to order some of JR's BBQ Sauce, which is great for the kitchen and the grill, at WWEShop.com by clicking here

Another Recent Undertaker Photo, JR Voices Over MMA PPV Promo, Sheamus Signing Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581066/another-recent-undertaker-photo/#ixzz3DYNMrZCO Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

As noted earlier, WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross and former UFC star Chael Sonnen will call the BattleGrounds MMA: 'O.N.E.' pay-per-view on Friday, October 3rd. You can check out a promo for the event, voiced over by JR, in the video above.

- As noted earlier, the new 30 Years of WrestleMania book released today. Sheamus will be signing autographs for the first 300 fans to purchase the book this Sunday at 11am at Barnes & Noble, 300 Indian Lake Blvd Suite 340 in Hendersonville, TN.

- Michelle McMcool posted another photo of herself with her husband, The Undertaker, this past Friday:

WWE Diva Releases Wrestling Themed Song, Thursday's NXT Promo, RAW Twitter Ratings Read more: http://www.WrestlingInc.com/wi/news/2014/0916/581065/wwe-diva-releases-a-song-about-wrestling/#ixzz3DYMPKpqb Follow us: @WrestlingINC on Twitter | WrestlingINC on Facebook

- Monday night's WWE RAW ranked #3 among non-sporting events for the night in Nielsen's new Twitter TV ratings, behind Love and Hip-Hop and Dancing with the Stars. RAW had a unique audience of 1.240 million, which represents the number of Twitter accounts that commented on the show. This was down from last week's 1.356 million. RAW had total impressions of 6.405 million, which represents the number of times the show was tweeted about. This was down from last week's 7.807 million.

- Cameron has released the following song called "Monday Night" with several references to WWE in it:

TNA Wrestler Off Tapings Due To Injuries, Kurt Angle Going Overseas, Chris Melendez

Source: PWInsider

- In the video above , TNA's Chris Melendez talks to TakePart.com.

- Kurt Angle will be going to India to do promotional work for TNA after this week's tapings.

- TNA star Homicide will be missing this week's TNA tapings as he's dealing with some nagging elbow and shoulder injuries.

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