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• Behind-the-Scenes Video Footage of Tonight’s GFW Amped Tapings, Roman Reigns Offers Workout Tips, Undertaker & Sting News

  21-08-2015 23:40 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Undertaker & Sting News
  As noted, Daniel Bryan appeared at the Wizard World Comic Con in Chicago yesterday, and you can check out a full recap of his Q&A session at this link.
  The Undertaker and Paige will be appearing at the event today, and Sting will be there tomorrow.
  Roman Reigns Offers Workout Tips
  Roman Reigns recently spoke with Men’s Journal and offered the following workout tips:“It’s really just mental fortitude. Once you get in [the gym] and start movin
  
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• Sasha Banks Discusses Pulling Double Duty at WWE Takeover and SummerSlam, What Should Fans Expect at Takeover?, More

  21-08-2015 23:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE NXT Womens Champion Sasha Banks recently spoke with Complex.com to hype this weekend’s WWE NXT Takeover Brooklyn and SummerSlam events. Below is a lengthy quote from Banks:“What should they expect? They should expect the greatest women’s match they’ve ever seen in their whole life. That’s the match I’m going to have this Saturday. It’s crazy how far we’ve come, because me and Bayley started with each other.
  My first real feud at NXT was against
  
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• Press Release: WWE Touts John Cena’s Record 500 Wishes for the Make-a-Wish Foundation, CEO Comments

  21-08-2015 23:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE has issued the following press release:Make-A-Wish® Celebrates WWE® Superstar John Cena® for Granting Record 500 Wishes
  John Cena to become the first celebrity wish granter in the organization’s 35 year history to reach the milestone
  PHOENIX (August 21, 2015) – Make-A-Wish® congratulates WWE® Superstar John Cena® for granting 500 wishes through the wish granting organization. Cena will achieve the landmark wish total when he spends time with Rocco, an 8-ye
  
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• Matt Hardy Reddit AMA Highlights: Talks Freedom in Not Working for WWE, TNA’s Current State, Most Grueling Ladder Match, Jeff & More

  21-08-2015 21:53 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Matt Hardy recently conducted an AMA session with the r/SquaredCircle community on Reddit, in promotion for his brand new shoot interview, available exclusively in TheWrestlingBundle.com. 
  The Wrestling Bundle #1 expires this Sunday at midnight, following the conclusion of WWE SummerSlam, and features almost two hours of exclusive content with Matt, plus matches with him and Jeff, more never-before-seen shoot interviews, e-books, documentaries, independent events, subscriptions and much, mu
  
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• New WWE 2k16 Gameplay Footage Released, “Balor Club” T-Shirt Released, Who Will Steal the Show at WWE SummerSlam?

  21-08-2015 21:52 via wrestlezone.com
  Who Will Steal the Show at WWE SummerSlam?
  WWE.com has published a new poll asking fans who will steal the show at SummerSlam on Sunday. With almost 3,000 votes cast, The Undertaker is currently leading with 24% of the vote. John Cena and Brock Lesnar trail ‘Taker with 14% and 13% of the vote, respectively.
  Balor Club T-Shirt Released
  WWE has released a new “Balor Club” t-shirt for Finn Balor, as seen below:Welcome to #BálorClub pic.twitter.com/nvS4va0JaU
  — Finn B&
  
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• NXT Talent to Start Receiving PPV Bonuses?, Backstage News on Why NXT Stars Do Not Get a Cut of the Live Gate

  21-08-2015 21:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
  According to The Wrestling Observer, WWE does not pay live gate percentages to NXT talents when the events draw larger than usual crowds.
  For instance, the San Jose WWE NXT live event drew over 5,000 people, but WWE did not pay any talents who appeared on the card a cut of the live gate.
  Read Also: WZ Providing Complete, LIVE Coverage of NXT Takeover Brooklyn
  The reason why WWE does not pay NXT talents percentages live event gates is because NXT operates at a loss, and typically events draw arou
  
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• NXT Talent to Start Receiving PPV Bonuses?, Backstage News on Why NXT Stars Do Not Get a Cut of the Live Events Gate

  21-08-2015 21:43 via wrestlezone.com
  
  According to The Wrestling Observer, WWE does not pay live gate percentages to NXT talents when the events draw larger than usual crowds.
  For instance, the San Jose WWE NXT live event drew over 5,000 people, but WWE did not pay any talents who appeared on the card a cut of the live gate.
  Read Also: WZ Providing Complete, LIVE Coverage of NXT Takeover Brooklyn
  The reason why WWE does not pay NXT talents percentages live event gates is because NXT operates at a loss, and typically events draw arou
  
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• ROH Returns to Philadelphia Tonight for TV Tapings, Complete Details

  21-08-2015 21:10 via wrestlezone.com
  
  ROH Returns to Philadelphia
  Source: PWInsider
  New Japan and Ring of Honor are starting a double header this weekend in Philadelphia at the 2300 Arena. Before the taping tonight, ROH and New Japan will officially announce their partnership at 7pm on UStream.  Here are the matches for the TV taping tonight:
  -ROH champion Jay Lethal vs. Roderick Strong in a rematch from their Death Before Dishonor 60 minute draw.
  -Adam Cole vs. Shinsuke Nakamura.
  -IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion KUSHIDA vs. M
  
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• ROH Returns to Philadelphia Tonight, Details

  21-08-2015 21:10 via wrestlezone.com
  
  ROH Returns to Philadelphia
  Source: PWInsider
  New Japan and Ring of Honor are starting a double header this weekend in Philadelphia at the 2300 Arena. Before the taping tonight, ROH and New Japan will officially announce their partnership at 7pm on UStream.  Here are the matches for the TV taping tonight:
  -ROH champion Jay Lethal vs. Roderick Strong in a rematch from their Death Before Dishonor 60 minute draw.
  -Adam Cole vs. Shinsuke Nakamura.
  -IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion KUSHIDA vs. M
  
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• Report: WWE Files Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit Against Overseas Television Partner

  21-08-2015 20:56 via wrestlezone.com
  According to The Wrestling Observer, WWE has filed a multi-million dollar lawsuit against CTH.
  CTH is WWE’s TV partner in Malaysia and Thailand, and the report notes the network has stopped paying its rights fees to WWE, subsequently prompting the lawsuit.
  WWE originally signed a five-year deal with CTH which would see the network run Raw, Smackdown, NXT, Superstars, Main Event, Bottom Line, Afterburn, Vintage Collection and This Week In WWE and PPV events from 2014-2018.
  The deal would al
  
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• Stephen Amell Mentions Hogan on Network Show, Recent WWE Attendance Figures, John Cena Returns to Action Tonight

  21-08-2015 20:46 via wrestlezone.com
  Amell Mentions Hogan on Network Show
  Actor Stephen Amell, who will team up with Neville at SummerSlam this weekend, was the guest on this week’s new “Unfiltered” episode on WWE Network.
  During the appearance, Amell mentioned “Hulk” when talking about WrestleMania 6, and how he cried when Hulk lost to Ultimate Warrior.
  John Cena Returns to Action Tonight
  John Cena will return to the ring at tonight’s WWE live event at the Webster Bank Arena at Harbor Yard in Br
  
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• Amell Mentions Hogan on Network Show, Recent WWE Attendance Figures, John Cena Returns to Action Tonight

  21-08-2015 20:46 via wrestlezone.com
  Amell Mentions Hogan on Network Show
  Actor Stephen Amell, who will team up with Neville at SummerSlam this weekend, was the guest on this week’s new “Unfiltered” episode on WWE Network.
  During the appearance, Amell mentioned “Hulk” when talking about WrestleMania 6, and how he cried when Hulk lost to Ultimate Warrior.
  John Cena Returns to Action Tonight
  John Cena will return to the ring at tonight’s WWE live event at the Webster Bank Arena at Harbor Yard in Br
  
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• Sasha Banks Trains with Former TNA Champion, Says “Big Plans” Are Ahead, Names in Attendance for Roddy Piper Funeral

  21-08-2015 20:15 via wrestlezone.com
  Names in Attendance for Roddy Piper Funeral
  According to The Wrestling Observer, the private funeral, held last Tuesday for Roddy Piper, was attended by Austin Aries, Diamond Dallas Page, Chavo Guerrero Jr., Chavo Guerrero Sr., Mando Guerrero, Lisa Marie Varon, Gene LeBell, Rock Riddle, Bas Rutten, Josh Barnett, Dave Marquez, Will Sasso, John Morrison and Rick Bassman, amongst others.
  Sasha Banks Trains with Former TNA Champion
  Fans have been interacting with WWE NXT Womens Champion Sasha B
  
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• WWE Bans Phrase From Use on Website, AJ Lee Featured in Official Madden NFL 16 Movie, Photos From John Cena’s Wish Party

  21-08-2015 20:08 via wrestlezone.com
  WWE Bans Phrase From Use on Website
  As noted, eliminated WWE Tough Enough contestant Amanda referred to Sara Lee as a “ring rat”, which is the pro wrestling equivalent of a groupie.
  The Wrestling Observer is reporting WWE issued a mandate to the WWE.com staff alerting them that the phrase “ring rat” is not to be used in any stories on the site.
  Photos From John Cena’s Wish Party
  Today, Dave & Busters in Times Square, NYC held a party for John Cena to celebrate h
  
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• Steve Austin Talks the Hate John Cena Gets from the IWC, Offers His Brock Lesnar vs Undertaker Prediction

  21-08-2015 19:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
  IGN.com spoke with Steve Austin at last night’s WWE 2k16 media event in New York City, and below are some highlights:
  His Brock Lesnar vs Undertaker prediction:“I think it’s his turn. And if you go that way then you can take the rubber match to WrestleMania and then Brock goes over and Taker rides off into the sunset. That’d be my prediction.”On IWC hate for John Cena:“But everybody also knows that I’m a huge John Cena fan for his contributions for what
  
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• LISTEN/DOWNLOAD: 8/21 Edition of “WZ Daily”; WWE SummerSlam & NXT Takeover:Brooklyn Preview Episode

  21-08-2015 19:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Today at NOON EST/11 am CST, WrestleZone Daily, WrestleZone’s official daily pro wrestling news web radio show, aired on Mixlr.com/TRNRadio!
  Host Nick Hausman is joined in this episode by The Folk City Hustler Ross Berman.
  Nick & Ross give in-depth previews for WWE SummerSlam & NXT Takeover:Brooklyn. They discuss the build to all of the matches, potential finishes, this year’s celebrity involvement, what their excitement level is and more.
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• Jay Lethal Talks Competition Between NXT and ROH, How His Departure from TNA Affected Him and More

  21-08-2015 18:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Jay Lethal on Live Audio Wrestling
  Jay Lethal was on Live Audio Wrestling to promote the upcoming show in Philadelphia and Field of Honor. You can listen to the entire interview here. You can read some highlights below:On Competition between NXT and ROH“The vibe in the locker room is the same as it’s been since day one – just hungry guys trying to prove that Ring of Honor is a great wrestling company. I think we do that every time. Is it a coincidence that we’re going hea
  
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• Jay Lethal on Competition of NXT and ROH, His Departure from TNA and More

  21-08-2015 18:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Jay Lethal on Live Audio Wrestling
  Jay Lethal was on Live Audio Wrestling to promote the upcoming show in Philadelphia and Field of Honor. You can listen to the entire interview here. You can read some highlights below:On Competition between NXT and ROH“The vibe in the locker room is the same as it’s been since day one – just hungry guys trying to prove that Ring of Honor is a great wrestling company. I think we do that every time. Is it a coincidence that we’re going hea
  
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• Rey Mysterio vs Amazing Red Tonight in NYC, Synopsis for Next Week’s Total Divas, “Ultimate Warrior Day” Tomorrow in Brooklyn, Details

  21-08-2015 18:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Synopsis for Next Week’s Total Divas
  The following is the official synopsis for next Tuesday’s new episode of Total Divas:“Nikki claims to be the better singer, so Brie sets her up to make her national debut. Elsewhere, Paige confronts her trust issues by testing Kevin; and Nattie takes drastic measures when she fears the WWE is phasing her out.”Rey Mysterio vs Amazing Red Tonight in NYC
  Tonight, at the Amazura/NYC Arena in Jamaica, Queens, House of Glory will present its
  
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• More Details on Daniel Bryan Encouraging Fans to Make Their Own WWE Shirts, Says He Hopes the Idea Becomes “A Thing”, More

  21-08-2015 17:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
  As noted, Daniel Bryan made would could end up being some “controversial” comments at the Wizard World Chicago comic con yesterday, when he encouraged fans to make their own WWE t-shirts.
  Read More: Daniel Bryan Says WWE Might Never Clear Him to Return
  WZ reader Tony Kegger, who provided our original recap of Bryan’s appearance at the comic con, sent in the following details on Bryan’s t-shirt comments:Bryan said he thinks it’s great that so many people buy his shir
  
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• “WZ Daily” is LIVE & ON THE AIR! w/ Special “SummerSlam Go Home” Edition; Running Down The SummerSlam-NXT Takeover Cards, Giving Final Thoughts & Predictions; Plus It’s FUN FRIDAY! Fan Game And SummerSlam Prize!

  21-08-2015 17:50 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Today at Noon EST, WrestleZone Daily, a new web radio addition to the site, WILL GO LIVE!
  Host Nick Hausman is joined today by The Folk City Hustler Ross Berman!
  Nick & Ross will be running down and giving their final thoughts on this weekend’s NXT Takeover & SummerSlam cards! They will also be chatting some of the news from the past twenty four news cycle on WrestleZone.com.
  Also, it’s FUN FRIDAY! Nick & Ross will be playing a game with fans and
  
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• New Report Reveals How Much Money The Great Khali Was Making in WWE, Which Footballer Does King Barrett Want as a Tag Partner? (Video)

  21-08-2015 17:31 via wrestlezone.com
  New Report Reveals How Much Money The Great Khali Was Making in WWE
  The Indian Express recently published a feature profiling former WWE star The Great Khali, and his wrestling school in India.
  It was revealed in the piece that Khali was making “a little under a million dollars a year” with his last three-year contract with WWE.
  Which Footballer Does King Barrett Want as a Tag Partner?
  In preparation for SummerSlam this Sunday and as part of the Famous Fans&n
  
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• Daniel Bryan Encourages Fans to Make Their Own WWE T-Shirts, WWE Stars Play in Charity Softball Game in NYC (Video)

  21-08-2015 17:20 via wrestlezone.com
  Daniel Bryan Encourages Fans to Make Their Own WWE T-Shirts
  As noted, WWE star Daniel Bryan appeared at the Wizard World Chicago event yesterday, and you can check out an entire recap at this link.
  During his Q&A, Bryan also made some comments which might not fly with WWE officials, as he encouraged fans to make their own WWE t-shirts if they can’t afford to buy official WWE merchandise.
  Wizard World Tweeted the following:“Buying @WWE shirts can be hard for a family. I’ve b
  
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• WZ SummerSlam Pre-Party In Brooklyn, Main Event Sunday Will Be Big In WWE History Books

  21-08-2015 17:15 via wrestlezone.com
  SummerSlam Party
  I’ll be hosting a SummerSlam pre-party on Sunday at 200 Fifth bar located at 200 5th Ave in Brooklyn. The bar is a 10 minute walk to the Barclays Center for SummerSlam.The party is from 2-5pm. It has 41 draft beers, $3 cans of beer and much more! WZ will also be doing some live Periscope from the event!
  Sunday Will Be Historic
  I have a new column for the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review every Monday and Friday. Today’s looks at this Sunday’s main event at SummerS
  
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• VIDEO: John Cena Takes Part in “Embarrassing Secret” Segment on “Late Night with Seth Meyers”

  21-08-2015 17:14 via wrestlezone.com
  As noted, WWE star John Cena was a guest on last night’s edition of “Late Night with Seth Meyers”, during which Cena talked SummerSlam on Sunday, granting his 500th wish, and appearing in the Judd Apatow comedy “Trainwreck.”
  Cena also too part in an “embarrassing secret” segment, during which Seth Meyers discovers Cena backstage in a tutu playing with stuffed animals. You can check it out in the video players below:The post VIDEO: John Cena Takes Part in
  
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• WZ Ranker List & Wrestle Chat: What is the Best WWE SummerSlam Main Event of All-Time?

  21-08-2015 17:00 via wrestlezone.com
  With WWE SummerSlam just two days away, WZ wants to know what you think is the best WWE SummerSlam Main Event of all-time!
  Read Also: Which SummerSlam Main Event Does Sports Illustrated Think is the Best of All-Time?
  You can vote in the Ranker list below by giving each match a thumbs up or thumbs down, and as always be sure to share your thoughts in the comments section below!
  The Best Wrestlemanias of All TimeThe post WZ Ranker List & Wrestle Chat: What is the Best WWE SummerSlam Main
  
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• “WZ Daily” Web Radio Show is LIVE today at Noon EST With A Special “SummerSlam Go Home” Edition!; Also News, Games, Prizes & MORE

  21-08-2015 16:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WrestleZone Daily will be going live today at Noon EST/11 am CST.
  Host Nick Hausman is joined today by The Folk City Hustler Ross Berman!
  Nick & Ross will be presenting a vey special “SummerSlam Go Home” edition of WrestleZone Daily. They will be running down the cards for both SummerSlam and NXT Takeover:Brooklyn as well as looking at all the news from the past twenty four hours.
  Also, IT’S FUN FRIDAY! Nick & Ross will be playing a game with fans an
  
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• Cesaro Talks His Diet and How He Trains, Who Does He Think is the Strongest Wrestler?, Top 10 Smackdown Moments

  21-08-2015 16:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Cesaro on His Diet and Training
  FOX Sports has posted an interview with Cesaro on his diet and training while he is on the road. Cesaro also told FOX Sports that Mark Henry is the strongest wrestler in the WWE. He recalls the hectic travel schedule on the Australia tour and gives his top five tips to stay in shape. You can read the entire article here. 
  Top 10 Smackdown! Moments
  WWE has posted the following video of the top 10 Smackdown moments from last night’s episode. You can see t
  
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• Cesaro on his Diet and How He Trains, Also Who He Thinks is the Strongest Wrestler, Top 10 Smackdown! Moments

  21-08-2015 16:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Cesaro on His Diet and Training
  FOX Sports has posted an interview with Cesaro on his diet and training while he is on the road. Cesaro also told FOX Sports that Mark Henry is the strongest wrestler in the WWE. He recalls the hectic travel schedule on the Australia tour and gives his top five tips to stay in shape. You can read the entire article here. 
  Top 10 Smackdown! Moments
  WWE has posted the following video of the top 10 Smackdown moments from last night’s episode. You can see t
  
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• Stephanie McMahon and John Cena Ring the Bell at the New York Stock Exchange, Smackdown! Fallout: Prime Time Players Comment on New Day (Video)

  21-08-2015 15:45 via wrestlezone.com
  John Cena and Stephanie McMahon at NYSE
  WWE’s twitter account has posted a video of John Cena and Stephanie McMahon ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange. You can see the post below:.@StephMcMahon @JohnCena And David Williams ring the bell at @NYSE! @MakeAWish pic.twitter.com/6kUjvoLUtY
  — WWE (@WWE) August 21, 2015
  Smackdown! Fallout
  WWE has posted the following video of the Prime Time Players commenting on the New Day. You can see the description and video below:
  Titus O&r
  
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• Stephanie McMahon & John Cena Ring the Bell at the New York Stock Exchange, SD! Fallout: Prime Time Players Comment on New Day (Video)

  21-08-2015 15:45 via wrestlezone.com
  John Cena and Stephanie McMahon at NYSE
  WWE’s twitter account has posted a video of John Cena and Stephanie McMahon ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange. You can see the post below:.@StephMcMahon @JohnCena And David Williams ring the bell at @NYSE! @MakeAWish pic.twitter.com/6kUjvoLUtY
  — WWE (@WWE) August 21, 2015
  Smackdown! Fallout
  WWE has posted the following video of the Prime Time Players commenting on the New Day. You can see the description and video below:
  Titus O&r
  
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• Stephanie McMahon & John Cena Ring the Bell at the New York Stock Exchange, Prime Time Players Comment on New Day (Video)

  21-08-2015 15:45 via wrestlezone.com
  John Cena and Stephanie McMahon at NYSE
  WWE’s twitter account has posted a video of John Cena and Stephanie McMahon ringing the bell at the New York Stock Exchange. You can see the post below:.@StephMcMahon @JohnCena And David Williams ring the bell at @NYSE! @MakeAWish pic.twitter.com/6kUjvoLUtY
  — WWE (@WWE) August 21, 2015
  Smackdown! Fallout
  WWE has posted the following video of the Prime Time Players commenting on the New Day. You can see the description and video below:
  Titus O&r
  
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• Ronda Rousey Trademarks a Phrase, Stephen Amell Teases Some of His SSlam Ring Gear, Sale Numbers on Amell Merch

  21-08-2015 15:21 via wrestlezone.com
  Ronda Rousey Trademarks Phrase
  Ronda Rousey, according to ESPN’s Darren Rovell, Rousey is trying to trademark a phrase that has become very popular. The phrase “Do Nothing B***h,” or “DNB” is being trademarked by Rousey. She says a “DNB” is a woman that “”tries to be pretty and be taken care of by someone else. Rousey has already sold more than 50,000 T-shirts that have “Don’t Be A D.N.B” on them. She has also trademarked th
  
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• Ronda Rousey Trademarks a Phrase, Stephen Amell Teases Some of His Ring Gear, Also Sale Numbers on Stephen Amell Merchandise

  21-08-2015 15:21 via wrestlezone.com
  Ronda Rousey Trademarks Phrase
  Ronda Rousey, according to ESPN’s Darren Rovell, Rousey is trying to trademark a phrase that has become very popular. The phrase “Do Nothing B***h,” or “DNB” is being trademarked by Rousey. She says a “DNB” is a woman that “”tries to be pretty and be taken care of by someone else. Rousey has already sold more than 50,000 T-shirts that have “Don’t Be A D.N.B” on them. She has also trademarked th
  
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• VIDEO: Paul Heyman Hits the Streets of NYC in a New “Heyman Hustle” Episode, Confirms Brock Lesnar in WWE 2k16 and More

  21-08-2015 08:27 via wrestlezone.com
  The following video is a new episode of “The Heyman Hustle”, featuring Paul Heyman hitting the streets of New York City while in town for SummerSlam week.
  During the video, Heyman interacts with fans, busts a guy caught cheating on his girlfriend, and confirms that Brock Lesnar will be a playable character in the upcoming WWE 2k16 video game:The post VIDEO: Paul Heyman Hits the Streets of NYC in a New “Heyman Hustle” Episode, Confirms Brock Lesnar in WWE 2k16 and More app
  
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• Daniel Bryan Q&A Highlights: Says WWE Might Never Clear Him to Return, Who in WWE Does He Most Want to Face?, Talks CM Punk Quitting Wrestling, More

  21-08-2015 08:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Thanks to WZ reader Tony Kegger for sending in the following recap.
  WWE star Daniel Bryan appeared at the Wizard World Comic Con event in Rosemont, IL tonight, and below is a recap of his Q&A:
  - Brock Lesnar is the WWE opponent he would most like to wrestle if WWE ever allows him to return to the ring.
  - One of the pitched names for Daniel Bryan’s running knee finisher was The Crusher and it was meant to be a tribute to Connor “The Crusher” Michalek. Bryan confirmed that th
  
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• Final Card and Details for Tomorrow Night’s GFW AMPED TV Tapings in Las Vegas; Tournament Matches Continue, Meet and Greet, More

  21-08-2015 06:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Global Force Wrestling has issued the following:
  Global Force Wrestling gets ‘AMPED’ tonight in Las Vegas
  Las Vegas, NV – Last month, The Orleans Arena was rockin’ for the first GFW Amped TV tapings. Find out what everyone was talking about! This is your chance to see the athletes of Global Force Wrestling up close.
  The evening kicks off with a Meet and Greet with your favorite GFW athletes. The Bullet Club, Shelton Benjamin, Eric Young, Candice LeRae, Karen Jarrett,
  
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• Update: Hearing Continued for WWE Hall of Famer Tammy “Sunny” Sytch in DUI Case, Two Other Charges Pending

  21-08-2015 05:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
  As noted, WWE Hall of Famer Tammy “Sunny” Sytch is facing multiple DUI charges from incidents which took place on June 20th, 2015, in Towamensing Township at 10:40 p.m, May 30 at 1:32 a.m. in Mahoning Township, and at 9:35 a.m. on June 1 in Towamensing Township.
  According to TimesNewsOnline.com, A hearing for Sytch, stemming from the June 20th DUI, has been continued, and a new hearing date has yet to be scheduled.
  Sytch was originally scheduled to have a preliminary h
  
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• The Ten Best John Cena Matches Profiled By IGN, WWE 2K15 Predicts Summerslam Outcomes (Videos)

  21-08-2015 04:50 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Ten Best John Cena Matches
  IGN recently complied a list of the ten best John Cena matches in promoting this weekend’s WWE Summerslam pay-per-view. 
  It was noted that Seth Rollins called Cena a villain who hogs the spotlight, but win, lose or draw, he delivers quality matches. You can read a few of the matches to make the list, click here to find out what fills out the list. John Cena vs. Rob Van Dam – ECW One Night Only, 2006
  As you can see, this list is a mix of hard fough
  
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• PHOTOS & VIDEO: WWE Superstars, Steve Austin and More on the Red Carpet for Tonight’s WWE 2k16 Media Event in NYC

  21-08-2015 04:49 via wrestlezone.com
  As noted, 2k is holding a WWE 216 media event in New York City, and below are some photos of WWE superstars on the red carpet for the event.
  Xavier Woods was acting as an interviewer for the event, as he is an avid gamer, and rapper Fabolous was also in attendance.
  Steve Austin was flown into New York City to attend the WWE 2k16 media event as he is this year’s video game cover star:Is @myfabolouslife the newest #PrimeTimePlayer!? @DarrenYoungWWE @TitusONeilWWE @WWEgames pic.twitter.com/nP
  
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• Ryback & PTP Confident Heading Into SSlam (Videos), Xavier Woods Interviewing at WWE 2k Event, Bischoff Returns to WWE Home Video

  21-08-2015 04:42 via wrestlezone.com
  Bischoff Returns to WWE Home Video
  According to WrestlingDVDNetwork.com, new footage featuring Eric Bischoff will be included in the upcoming WWE DVD and Blu-ray titled “The Monday Night War Vol. 2: Know Your Role”. The DVD will be released on September 8th, and below is a new synopsis hyping Eric Bischoff’s involvement:“For the first time in eight years, ERIC BISCHOFF returns to WWE home video and gives his candid and unscripted commentary on the final ten episodes of Th
  
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• Paul Heyman Joins The “Cesaro Section”, Gives Insight On Cesaro As A ‘Heyman Guy’, Says it Was a “Catch 22″ (Video)

  21-08-2015 04:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
  As noted, Paul Heyman was at Caroline’s on Broadway earlier today to take part in a sit-down interview that also featured NXT announcer Corey Graves, Today correspondent Katie Linendoll, and host of Sam Roberts’ Show and Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast, Sam Roberts. 
  Heyman briefly discussed his pairing with Cesaro during the Q&A session of the show, saying it was a ‘catch-22′ situation for him and Cesaro. He says it was WWE who paired him with Cesaro to
  
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• Which SSlam Main Event Does SI Think is The Best?, WWE Working on Network Issues, Cesaro Trains in NYC, WWE Holds Rally (Photos)

  21-08-2015 04:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Which SSlam Main Event Does SI Think is The Best?
  Sports Illustrated’s Extra Mustard has published a new article ranking all the SummerSlam main events in WWE history. Coming in at #1 is John Cena vs Daniel Bryan at SummerSlam 2013.
  WWE Working on Network Issues
  According to on F4WOnline.com, WWE Network officials are aware of some buffering issues with their streams after recent complaints by fans, and are working to get them fixed in time for this weekend’s events.
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• Mick Foley Remembers King Of The Death Match (Photo), Impact In 60 (Video)

  21-08-2015 03:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Mick Foley 
  WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley recently posted the following message on his Facebook account, noting today was the anniversary of his infamous/notorious appearance in IWA Japan’s “King of the Deathmatch 1995″ tournament. IT WAS TWENTY YEARS AGO TODAY
  It was called “The Kawasaki Dream” at the time. It has gone down in wrestling lore as “The King of the Death Match”. It was one of the longest, most painful days of my life. But it result
  
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• Big Booker T Announcement Revealed, Relive Classic WWE Matchups In WWE Immortals (Video)

  21-08-2015 03:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Booker T Announcement Revealed
  Booker T just announced (via Periscope) that his “big announcement” he has been teasing this week is a new home for his Reality of Wrestling wrestling school and promotion. 
  Booker, along with wife Sharmell, Bruce Prichard and development partners, made the announcement moments ago and said the building will be called “Reality of Wrestling World Headquarters”. The 21,000 square-foot facility, situated next to World’
  
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• Roman Reigns Shares Tips For Staying In Shape, Who Will Earn A Tough Enough Contract?

  21-08-2015 02:20 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Roman Reigns
  WWE Superstar Roman Reigns was recently featured in a new Men’s Journal article, and shared some of his best tips for staying in shape. 
  Read More: WWE Superstars On How To Eat Healthy On The Road
  Reigns gave several tips to achieving the best workouts; you can read a few excerpts below. Click here to view the full list on the Men’s Journal website. Go Straight to the Gym
  It’s really just mental fortitude. Once you get in [the gym] and start mov
  
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• Isenberg Reacts: Impact Wrestling “WWE Missed The Boat”

  21-08-2015 02:18 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Bram vs. Mr. Anderson
  Mr.  Anderson quickly gets a table involved and lands a Senton roll off the apron.  Anderson reaches for the microphone, but Bram is able to knock him off and begin the beating. He gets up on the ladder, but Anderson drags him down and hits an Impaler DDT. Bram is in control and then could easily grab the microphone. Instead, he looks to inflict more punishment. He tosses multiple chairs in the ring.Anderson tries The Mic Check into the chairs, but Bram reverses i
  
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• WWE Smackdown Results (8/20) – Ryback vs Big Show, Three Way Divas Match, Big Eight Man Tag!

  21-08-2015 02:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Smackdown Results
  August 20th 2015
  Report by Ford Fischer for Wrestlezone.com
  Instead of the normal segment, Smackdown begins with a match!  Ryback comes out to open the show.
  Ryback vs. Big
  
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• Ring of Honor and New Japan To Make Dual Announcement At TV Tapings In Philadelphia

  21-08-2015 01:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Ring Of Honor wrestling has issued the following statement, teasing a special announcement at tomorrow night’s television tapings in regards to their working relationship with New Japan Pro Wrestling: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
  Ring of Honor and New Japan To Make Dual Announcement
  Special announcement to be broadcast live 8/21 at 7:10 p.m. ET
  (BALTIMORE, MD) – At the Ring of Honor television taping in Philadelphia on Friday, September 21st , Ring of Honor and New Japan Pro Wrestling
  
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• Eva Marie Talks NXT, Her Training Schedule, Dealing With Haters, Could She Be The ‘Face’ Of The Divas Division?

  21-08-2015 01:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE Diva and Total Divas star Eva Marie recently participated in an exclusive interview with Crave Online’s Joshua Caudill. 
  Eva talks about working on the NXT brand and developing her character, her training with Brian Kendrick, dealing with her critics, and much more. You can read a few excerpts below: 
  Eva Marie talks about her training schedule with Brian Kendrick: Obviously, I didn’t come out of the womb wrestling so I think everything was the most diffi
  
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