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• The Latest Edition Of ‘Canvas To Canvas’ + JBL Named Beyond Sport Ambassador

  13-02-2016 23:24
  
  WWE announced yesterdaythat JBL has been named an ambassador for Beyond Sport. JBL was appointed to the position for the global organization, which uses sport “to cause a sustainable social change.” JBL has been associated with the group since he was introduced to them in 2010 while in South Africa for the World Cup, after which he created his own organization called Beyond Rugby Bermuda.
  “Beyond Sport, to me, is one of the best organizations in the world,” JBL told WWE.c
  
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• WATCH: 2/13 Episode of British Wrestling Weekly: Huge Three Way Brawl, Liam Slater & El Ligero Team Up, Wildboar vs Flash Webster, More

  13-02-2016 23:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
  In this episode of British Wrestling Weekly, the NGW Undisputed Title War comes to a head as ‘The Showstealer’ Nathan Cruz, Rampage Brown and ‘Liverpool’s Number 1’ Zack Gibson tear up Hull City Hall in a HUGE 3- WAY BRAWL! Plus, ‘Wildboar’ Mike Hitchman looks to prove that he should be the Gen X League Champion as he faces ‘Flash’ Morgan Webster. Then, in our main event, two of NGW’s most psychological and intense rivalries collide as
  
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• Vince Russo Offers His Uncensored Feelings on Eric Bischoff, Talks WWE’s “Criminal” Misuse of Bray Wyatt, Reveals Unknown Warrior Story, More

  13-02-2016 23:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesOn episode 45 of Creative Control, Vince Russo returns and offers his uncut, uncensored and from the heart feelings on Eric Bischoff, John Gaburick, his 2002 return to WWE and his dealings with Vince, Triple H, and Stephanie.
  Russo also comments on WWE’s criminal misuse of Bray Wyatt, trying to recruit Paul Heyman for TNA and the fallout after Paul’s meetings with Spike TV.
  Lastly, Russo shares his experiences with and expectations for AJ Styles, his true fe
  
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• Vince Russo Offers His Uncensored Feelings on Eric Bischoff, Talks WWE’s “Criminal” Misuse of Bray Wyatt, Reveals Uknown Warrior Story, More

  13-02-2016 23:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  On episode 45 of Creative Control, Vince Russo returns and offers his uncut, uncensored and from the heart feelings on Eric Bischoff, John Gaburick, his 2002 return to WWE and his dealings with Vince, Triple H, and Stephanie.
  Russo also comments on WWE’s criminal misuse of Bray Wyatt, trying to recruit Paul Heyman for TNA and the fallout after Paul’s meetings with Spike TV.
  Lastly, Russo shares his experiences with and expectations for AJ Styles, his true f
  
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• WWE Releases Another Total Divas Clip, WWE Nominated For Eight CableFax Awards

  13-02-2016 23:06
  
  WWE announced yesterday that they have been nominated for eight CableFax Digital Awards. The awards show takes place on March 26th in New York City, The company was nominated for the following awards:
  * Best App (for Smartphone): WWE Network and The WWE App* Best App (for Tablet): WWE Network and The WWE App* Best Digital Marketing Campaign (Programmer): WWE for WrestleMania 30* Best Social Good Campaign: WWE for “Courage. Conquer. Cure.”* Best Social Media Campaign: WWE for WrestleM
  
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• Watch Brock Lesnar vs Rusev at WWE Live Event, Update on Stardust – Stephen Amell Feud, New “Y2J” Chris Jericho Action Figure

  13-02-2016 23:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Update on Stardust – Stephen Amell Feud
  Stardust and actor Stephen Amell are both at an appearance in Texas today, during which the two are expected to film footage to continue their WWE story line of Stardust stealing Amell’s Slammy Award. As noted, there has been strong speculation that the angle will be leading up to a singles match between Amell and Stardust, possibly at WrestleMania 32.
  New “Y2J” Chris Jericho Action Figure
  
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• WWE Germany Results (2/13): Magdeburg; Reigns vs Del Rio Street Fight, Breeze Loses in 10 Seconds, Cesaro Appears, Paige & More

  13-02-2016 21:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE “Road to WrestleMania: Germany” Live Event Results
  GETEC Arena in Magdeburg, Germany
  02/13/2016
  Results Courtesy of Kathy via wrestling-infos.de.
  1. Match
  WWE Intercontinental Championship
  Singles Match
  Dean Ambrose (c) defeated Rusev (w/ Lana) via Dirty Deeds.
  Cesaro was in the ring and announced tonight’s main event: Roman Reigns vs. Alberto Del Rio in a Street Fight.
  2. Match
  Singles Match
  Jack Swagger defeated Bo Dallas vi
  
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• Synopsis for First Edge & Christian Network Show, WWE Diva Attends Indy Event, Jim Duggan Talks Andre the Giant, Comedy and More

  13-02-2016 21:22 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Diva Attends Indy Event
  WWE Diva Becky Lynch attended last night’s Pro Wrestling Guerrilla show in Reseda, California.
  Synopsis for First Edge & Christian Network Show
  The debut episode of “The Edge and Christian Show That Totally Reeks Of Awesomeness” will air on WWE Network immediately following WWE Fastlane next week, and below is the official show synopsis:“Edge and Christian take a look back at some very memorable ‘FIRSTS!&rsq
  
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• Former TNA Star Kazarian Talks Creative Freedom in ROH vs TNA, Meeting Lemmy Kilmister, Infusing Metal Into His Character

  13-02-2016 21:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Former TNA and Ring of Honor Champion Kazarian recently spoke with Metal Injection and below are some interview highlights:
  On the creative freedom in Ring of Honor:“Daniels and myself ran into problems with logos in the past with TNA and other places. Whether it be him wearing a shirt that had Marvel Comics on it or me wearing a Pantera shirt to the ring. We were always told, ‘Nope, don’t do that’ and yeah, Ring of Honor has never said a word to me. So I would probably
  
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• Becky Lynch Thinks The Divas Will Main Event WM

  13-02-2016 20:56
  
  Becky Lynch spoke with the Press Enterprise promoting Tuesday’s SmackDown taping. Check out the highlights:
  On living her childhood dream: “When you say that, it’s still like one day I’m going to sit down and it’s going to hit me. It’s still so unbelievable. I was just in Mexico and the Undertaker was there doing his entrance. And I was like ‘what is this? We have to follow the Undertaker!’ It’s unfathomable. (NXT Women’s champion) Bayl
  
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• Becky Lynch Says The WWE Divas Will Main Event WrestleMania One Day

  13-02-2016 20:56
  
  Becky Lynch spoke with the Press Enterprise promoting Tuesday’s SmackDown taping. Check out the highlights:
  On living her childhood dream: “When you say that, it’s still like one day I’m going to sit down and it’s going to hit me. It’s still so unbelievable. I was just in Mexico and the Undertaker was there doing his entrance. And I was like ‘what is this? We have to follow the Undertaker!’ It’s unfathomable. (NXT Women’s champion) Bayl
  
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• ICYMI: Backstage Video of Daniel Bryan and His Family at Raw, CM Punk Reacts to Bryan’s Retirement, Gabe Sapolsky Pens Open Letter

  13-02-2016 20:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  CM Punk and Gabe Sapolsky React to Bryan News
  CM Punk and WWN Live’s Gabe Sapolsky are two more wrestling names to comment on Daniel Bryan’s retirement, as seen in the Tweets below:#EXCLUSIVE! @BookItGabe‘s emotional open letter to @WWEDanielBryan https://t.co/j9UXqLskIQ pic.twitter.com/xmJBX3baS8
  — Paul Heyman (@HeymanHustle) February 9, 2016
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  — Coach (@CMPunk) February 9, 2016Backstage Video of Dan
  
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• JBL Named Beyond Sport Ambassador, WWE Nominated for Numerous Digital Awards, WWE Diva Back in the Gym Full-Time (Video)

  13-02-2016 20:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Nominated for Numerous Digital Awards
  WWE has been nominated for several CableFax Digital Awards, which will be handed out on March 26th in New York City at the Digital, Tech and Trailer Awards Breakfast.The following are the categories in which WWE has been nominated:
  -Best App (for Smartphone): WWE Network and The WWE App
  -Best App (for Tablet): WWE Network and The WWE App
  -Best Digital Marketing Campaign (Programmer): WWE for WrestleMania 30
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• ICYMI: Batista Says He Told Titus O’Neil to Request His WWE Release, Update On Proposed WWE Network Show, WWE Raw News

  13-02-2016 19:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Batista
  Dave “Batista” Bautista commented on WWE Superstar and personal friend Titus O’Neil’s WWE suspension on Twitter, saying he told Titus to request his release from WWE.
  A fan had asked Batista to call WWE headquarters and straighten the whole suspension ordeal out for his friend, but Batista said he did ‘one better’ and posted the following: I did something better! I called @TitusONeilWWE and told him to ask to be
  
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• Becky Lynch Talks Her Raw Promo Segment with Ric Flair, Living Her Childhood Dream, Could the Divas Main Event WrestleMania?

  13-02-2016 19:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE Diva Becky Lynch recently spoke with Press Enterprise to promote this Tuesday night’s WWE Smackdown tapings in Ontario, California. Below are some interview highlights:
  On living her childhood dream:“When you say that, it’s still like one day I’m going to sit down and it’s going to hit me. It’s still so unbelievable. I was just in Mexico and the Undertaker was there doing his entrance. And I was like ‘what is this? We have to follow the Undertaker!&
  
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• What’s Next For Daniel Bryan With WWE?, Debate On Bryan Being A Headliner For the WWE Hall Of Fame (Read & Watch)

  13-02-2016 17:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  This segment of Chair Shot Reality is all about Daniel Bryan. The conversation starts with reflection on Monday, followed by what’s next for his career. It then turns into an interesting debate over if he’s a headliner for the Hall of Fame ever. Here’s some highlights:Justin LaBar:
  Eventually the contract is going to run out and I’m interested to see does he sign a legends deal and be a lifer with WWE like Steve Austin and Shawn Mic
  
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• WWE Hall of Famer to Be in Dallas for WrestleMania 32 Weekend, Possibly Inducting The Fabulous Freebirds Into the WWE Hall of Fame

  13-02-2016 17:23 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  In what might be sign that he will be on hand to induct The Fabulous Freebirds into the WWE Hall of Fame, Kevin Von Erich noted on Twitter that he just got a call to be in Dallas over WrestleMania 32 weekend:I got a phone call yesterday, Looks like I will be going to Wrestlemania in April, should be a great time.
  — Kevin Von Erich (@KevinVonErich) February 6, 2016The Von Erichs, who are Texas legends, had famous feuds with The Fabulous Freebirds for years, so
  
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• Summer Rae, Jericho and More in Mock WWE Movie Trailer, Tommy Dreamer’s Birthday, Latest Xavier Woods Gaming Video

  13-02-2016 17:14 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Tommy Dreamer’s Birthday
  Today is the 44th birthday of ECW original Tommy Dreamer.
  Latest Xavier Woods Gaming Video
  In the latest UpUpDownDown video, Xavier Woods continues his “Layers of Fear” gameplay:Summer Rae, Jericho and More in Mock WWE Movie Trailer
  WWE has released the following video, featuring Summer Rae, Chris Jericho and other WWE stars in a mock romantic comedy movie trailer:The post Summer Rae, Jericho and More in Mock WWE Movie Trailer
  
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• ROH “Honor Rising” Japan Events to Air on NJPWorld, Injured WWE Divas Train Together, Total Divas Star Attends Red Carpet Events (Photos)

  13-02-2016 16:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  ROH “Honor Rising” Japan Events to Air on NJPWorld
  Ring of Honor has issued the following:Last August in Philadelphia, Ring of Honor COO Joe Koff and New Japan Pro Wrestling Chairman Naoki Sugabayashi announced the continuation of the partnership of between the two pro wrestling powerhouses. 
  With the bond stronger than ever, the stars of RING OF HONOR return to the Land of the Rising Sun for the first time since 2008 on Friday February 19 a
  
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• Titus O’Neil Talks WWE – Boys & Girls Club, Sheamus Does Voice Work for TMNT, New Trailer Released for WWE 2k16 MyCareer Mode

  13-02-2016 16:51 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Titus O’Neil Talks WWE – Boys & Girls Club
  Prior to his WWE suspension, Titus O’Neil spoke with Sidewalks Entertainment about WWE’s partnership with Boys & Girls Club of America.
  During the interview, which you can watch in full at this link, Titus talks feeding the homeless, playing arena football, the tough WWE road schedule, why BGCA is important to him and more.
  Sheamus Does Voice Work for TMNT
  Sheamus has been keeping busy while he recovers
  
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• The Hardy Boys and Chyna Appearing at Tonight’s Maryland Championship Wrestling Event, Top 10 Most Creative WWE Fan Chants (Video)

  13-02-2016 16:44 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Top 10 Most Creative WWE Fan Chants
  WWE has released the following video, looking at the top 10 most creative fan chants:
  The Hardy Boys and Chyna Appearing at Tonight’s Maryland Championship Wrestling Event
  Maryland Championship Wrestling has issued the following:**BREAKING NEWS FOR XTREME ANNIVERSARY TONIGHT**
  Wanting to make up for a missed appearance at Seasons Beatings 2015 Former WWE Superstar CHYNA has arrived to BWI Airport in Baltimore and she WILL
  
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• Backstage News on When Daniel Bryan Suffered His Last Seizure, Rumor Killer on Bryan Suffering a Seizure During Last Singles Match

  13-02-2016 06:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  There has been recent online speculation that Daniel Bryan might have suffered a seizure during his last televised WWE singles match, which was against Sheamus on the April 2nd, 2015 episode of Smackdown. As seen in the video at the bottom of the article, at the 2:20 mark Bryan takes a Bullhammer from King Barrett, begins to convulse on the ground, and is tended to at ringside by a member of WWE’s medical staff.
  During Daniel Bryan’s appearance
  
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• Natalya Posts New Weightlifting Photos + The Latest ‘UpUpDownDown’ (Video)

  13-02-2016 06:30
  
  – Here is the latest UpUpDownDown video, with Xavier Woods playing Layers of Fear:– Did you know that WWE Diva Natalya has a sister that looks just like her?! If you’re interested, you can click here to view photos of the two of them together!
  – Natalya posted new pics of herself lifting weights on her Instagram account:Earlier today… Feeling SO strong… Gotta break all of my old records!! @hardnockssouth @mogyapp
  A video posted by natbynature (@natbynature)
  
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• Kurt Angle To Be Inducted Into The International Sports HOF – Details

  13-02-2016 06:23
  
  Kurt Angle will be inducted into the International Sports Hall of Fame next month in Columbus, Ohio at the Arnold Sports Expo. Arnold Schwarzenegger himself will induct him into the Hall. Other inductees this year include Royce Gracie and Dolph Lundgren. The Expo happens on March 3-6 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. You can find tickets here.
  The event will also be attended by over twenty NXT talents. Triple H will also be there, which could mean this is the first time Triple H and Ang
  
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• VIDEO: Steve Austin: ‘I Don’t Think WWE Has A Concussion Epidemic!’

  13-02-2016 06:15
  
  We just posted a brand new photo of former WWE Diva Torrie Wilson and her real-life father! If you’re interested, you can check out much they look like each other by clicking here
  TMZ Sports caught up with Steve Austin and asked him about Daniel Bryan’s retirement and WWE’s concussion issues. You can see his response below, in which he says he doesn’t thing CTE will become a major issue in wrestling as it has in the NFL.
  Austin said, “I just think Daniel Bryan worke
  
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• VIDEOS: Two Preview Videos For Next Week’s Total Divas Broadcast

  13-02-2016 06:02
  
  Here is the official preview for next week’s episode of WWE Total Divas…
  Brie and Nikki don’t see eye to eye on the risk of a potential injury vs. the reward of becoming the longest-reigning Divas champion. Meanwhile, Alicia and Rosa clash over their visions for Rosa’s baby shower; and Nattie questions whether Mandy truly has her priorities straight.
  Also, here are two video preview for the show:
  100% DIRECT LINK (PHOTOS): Miss Tessmacher Dating TNA Star!
  The post VIDEOS
  
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• John Cena Posts Another Recovery Update, Trailer & Synopsis for New RVD – Steven Seagal Movie, News on SD! Twitter Ratings

  13-02-2016 05:50 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena Posts Another Recovery Update
  John Cena has posted the following, latest recovery update:2/2 squat max 20kg 2/12 squat max 140kg + arm gaining range. One must push limits to find them #nevergiveup #LaceUp pic.twitter.com/uLgazAsAwc
  — John Cena (@JohnCena) February 12, 2016
  News on SD! Twitter Ratings
  Last night’s edition of WWE Smackdown did not rank in Nielsen’s Twitter TV ratings, as the top 5 Series and Specials for the night
  
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• Sami Callihan Reveals Why He Asked For His WWE NXT Release, More

  13-02-2016 05:30
  
  Do you guys remember former WWE Diva Molly Holly? We just posted a brand new photo of her and she looks COMPLETELY different these days If you’re interested, you can click here to view the new look photo. Wow!
  Sami Callihan spoke with Sports Illustrated for a new interview. See some excerpts below:
  On why he asked for his NXT release:“Everyone’s like, ‘You left NXT, and NXT is so hot,’ but I have no hard feelings against NXT. Hopefully I’ll be back there one d
  
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• Could John Cena Returning as a Heel Help Get Roman Reigns Over?, Hulk Hogan Badly Trolled on Twitter, Stephanie – Instagram Hack

  13-02-2016 05:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Hulk Hogan Badly Trolled on Twitter
  Hulk Hogan, who apparently was not paying much attention, recently retweeted a fan tweet which contained the same racial slur which caused Hogan’s recent controversy ousting him from WWE. You can read the Tweet at this link.
  Stephanie – Instagram Hack
  In somewhat related news, we noted yesterday that Stephanie McMahon’s Instagram account was hacked, and McMahon noted the issue has been resolved:My @instagr
  
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• Steve Austin Talks Daniel Bryan’s Retirement and In-Ring Style, Does He Think Concussions Could Lead to a CTE Problem in WWE?

  13-02-2016 04:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin recently spoke with TMZ, and during the brief interview Austin was asked about Daniel Bryan’s retirement and concussions in WWE.
  On Daniel Bryan’s retirement:“I just think Daniel Bryan worked a very physical cruiserweight style and finally, after everything he did, it kinda took it out of him. I don’t think it’s going to be an epidemic.”On concussions being a problem in WWE:“Over the past 20 years
  
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• The Very Latest on Rey Mysterio Possibly Returning to WWE This Year

  13-02-2016 04:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
  As noted, Rey Mysterio is currently amidst a contract dispute with AAA, which is why he hasn’t appeared for the promotion at all this year. The situation is not only applicable to Mysterio, as AAA is said to be behind in payments which has frustrated numerous talents.
  According to the Wrestling Observer, when Konnan talked about Mysterio’s situation on a recent podcast, and suggested Mysterio could return to WWE at some point this year, apparently that wasn’t just speculation
  
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• Kurt Angle Done With TNA, Set To Face Rey Mysterio Next + More News

  13-02-2016 03:51
  
  – Kurt Angle has finished his TNA dates, but he is not done wrestling just yet. Angle had previously said that he was not retiring, but that he was going to slow down. Angle will return to the ring and face Rey Mysterio on March 20th at the Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona The UR Fight event is a hybrid show, which will feature pro wrestling, boxing, MMA and grappling. The following is being advertised for the show…
  * MMA: Ken Shamrock vs. Dan Severn* Grappling: Michael Bisping
  
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• No. 8 Virginia Tech topples undefeated No. 3 NC State 19-14 to claim ACC dual meet crown

  13-02-2016 03:41
  
  Virginia Tech wins second consecutive ACC dual meet title
  
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• VIDEO: Matt Hardy Reads Mean Tweets From ‘Internet Nobodies’

  13-02-2016 03:39
  
  Matt Hardy takes a page out of Jimmy Kimmel’s playbook, and has posted the following video, where he reads mean tweets from fans…100% DIRECT LINK (PHOTOS): **NEW SMOKIN HOT** Reby Sky In-Ring Shots From Last Weekend – **BENDING OVER – BOOTY** PICS!!!
  The post VIDEO: Matt Hardy Reads Mean Tweets From ‘Internet Nobodies’ appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• WWE Reportedly Interested in Signing AAA Star, Recent WWE Attendance Figures, Mandy Rose Keeps Natalya Waiting (Video)

  13-02-2016 03:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Reportedly Interested in Signing AAA Star
  According to The Wrestling Observer, WWE is interested in signing Humberto Garza III, who wrestles as Garza Jr. in Mexico’s AAA promotion.
  Garza is 23 years old, and is the nephew of the late Hector Garza of WCW fame. Garza III is expected to be invited to a future WWE tryout camp to be evaluated by officials.
  Recent WWE Attendance Figures
  Below are recent WWE attendance figures, according to The Wrestling O
  
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• WWE Smackdown Viewership Info, Is Sheamus Still Wearing a Cast?, WWE Returning to Dubai with WWE Live Dune Bash Events

  13-02-2016 02:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Smackdown Viewership Info
  According to ShowBuzzDaily.com, last night’s edition of WWE Smackdown averaged 2.414 million viewers, which is down from last week’s 2.664 million viewership average. Smackdown ranked was #3 for the night on cable TV.
  s Sheamus Still Wearing a Cast?
  As seen in the photo below, injured WWE star Sheamus is no longer wearing a cast following a case of tendinitis. In related news, Sheamus did commentary for season 2
  
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• WWE Smackdown Viewership Info, Is Sheamus Still Wearing a Cast?, WWE Returning to Dubai for Dune Bash Events, Talents Advertised

  13-02-2016 02:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Smackdown Viewership Info
  According to ShowBuzzDaily.com, last night’s edition of WWE Smackdown averaged 2.414 million viewers, which is down from last week’s 2.664 million viewership average. Smackdown ranked was #3 for the night on cable TV.
  s Sheamus Still Wearing a Cast?
  As seen in the photo below, injured WWE star Sheamus is no longer wearing a cast following a case of tendinitis. In related news, Sheamus did commentary for season 2
  
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• Sami Callihan Explains Why He Left WWE NXT, Did He Give His Notice to Triple H?, Talks Not Having Hard Feelings, Future Goals, More

  13-02-2016 02:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE NXT star Solomon Crowe, aka Sami Callihan, recently spoke with Sports Illustrated’s Extra Mustard, and below are some interview highlights:Why he asked for his NXT release:Everyone’s like, “You left NXT, and NXT is so hot,” but I have no hard feelings against NXT. Hopefully I’ll be back there one day. But when I went in, a couple things happened–I got injured at one point, and I was just not being used. Now that I’m
  
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• Matt Striker Discusses Working For Lucha Underground, Vampiro, & More

  13-02-2016 02:46
  
  Matt Striker recently spoke with The Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling podcast, here are the highlights…
  What can Lucha Underground’s Season 2 possibly offer to fans that enjoyed Season 1 so much: I say this a lot and it always seems to come up and it always seems to be so fitting but if you want to hear God laugh, you tell him your plans. I think I’ve learned from wrestling and from television that you do what you are there to do and you don’t think about tomorrow, tomorr
  
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• John Cena To Drive The Pace Car At The DAYTONA 500 NASCAR Race

  13-02-2016 02:36
  
  The following was sent out today, announcing that John Cena will serve as the Honorary Pace Car Driver for the 58th annual DAYTONA 500 on February 21st…
  WWE Superstar John Cena Named Honorary Pace Car Driver for the 58th Annual DAYTONA 500
  DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 11, 2016) – WWE Superstar and actor John Cena will serve as the Honorary Pace Car Driver for the 58th annual DAYTONA 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race on Sunday, Feb. 21 at 1 p.m. at Daytona International Speedway (TV &nd
  
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• The WWE & NXT Weekend Schedule Of Events – Details Inside

  13-02-2016 02:04
  
  Here is the WWE and NXT weekend schedules:
  * WWE today in Mannheim, Germany at SAP Arena: Roman Reigns, Alberto Del Rio, Dean Ambrose, Kevin Owens, Big Show, Dolph Ziggler, Cesaro, New Day, The Uso Brothers, Rusev, Lana, Ric Flair, Charlotte, and Paige are scheduled to appear.
  * NXT tonight in Tampa, Florida at University Area CDC Gymnasium: Finn Balor, Bayley, Samoa Joe, Baron Corbin, Apollo Crews, Asuka, and Nia Jax are scheduled to appear.
  * WWE Saturday in Magdeburg, Germany at GETEC Arena:
  
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• Moreno, Hamilton and Pilcher among guests on Takedown Radio Feb. 12

  13-02-2016 00:59
  
  Listen to Takedown Radio this Saturday at 11 a.m. (CT)
  
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• 2/12 Edition of WrestleTalk News: Daniel Bryan Talks Retirement, Batista Tells Titus to Quit WWE, Nakamura’s Medical Testing, More

  13-02-2016 00:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  In today’s WrestleTalk News, Daniel Bryan explains why he was forced to retire, Batista tells Titus O’Neil to quit WWE and what could happen if Shinsuke Nakamura fails WWE’s medical tests:The post 2/12 Edition of WrestleTalk News: Daniel Bryan Talks Retirement, Batista Tells Titus to Quit WWE, Nakamura’s Medical Testing, More appeared first on Wrestlezone.
  
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