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• Kane Still Wants To Main Event WrestleMania, Randy Savage Petition Started, More

  12-03-2016 22:37
  
  – Kane spoke with the Whig-Standard promoting WWE Roadblock and WrestleMania. Kane noted that he would still like to be able to main event a WrestleMania before he is done and gave some advice to roster experiencing their first WrestleMania:
  “It doesn’t last long as far as the window that you have, the opportunity that you have, to really enjoy WrestleMania and your career in general, frankly. I’ve been around quite a while, but that’s really not par for the course.
  
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• VIDEOS: Shane McMahon Training Very Hard In The Gym + Total Divas Preview

  12-03-2016 21:29
  
  – WWE has posted the following Total Divas preview clip for next week’s episode:– Shane McMahon posted the following video to Twitter of him working on his knees with Muay Thai coaches Bret Hlavacek and Phil Nurse:
  Working on high knees today with Coach Hlavacek @WATNYC. You hear @AjarnPhilNurse in the back… #April3rdHereWeCome pic.twitter.com/dGUeTHrPnf
  — Shane McMahon (@shanemcmahon) March 11, 2016
  100% DIRECT LINK (PHOTOS): Mark Henry With Josh Brolin At X Games
  
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• VIDEOS: This Week’s WWE ‘Game Night’ + WWE Network ‘Pick Of The Week’

  12-03-2016 21:26
  
  – Here is the final episode of WWE Game Night, with New Day, Tyler Breeze and Sasha Banks taking on Charlotte and the Social Outcasts:– And here is this week’s WWE Network Pick of the Week video:100% DIRECT LINK (PHOTOS): Big Show Shows Off New Physique!! **HUGE WEIGHT LOSS**
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• Report – Vince McMahon Doesn’t See NXT As A Money Brand

  12-03-2016 20:55
  
  Source: The Wrestling Observer
  Vince McMahon’s view of NXT is somewhat incongruent from his public praise for the brand. WWE CEO, who has publicly said he loves NXT and has praised Triple H for his work with the brand, sees it as a touring brand full of guys that are not “money” talents.
  McMahon spoke in an interview this past week about the NXT brand, noting that Triple H had done “extraordinary work” with the brand. Of course, he’s obviously not going to pub
  
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• New Clip of Dolph Ziggler and Kane Movie, Latest Return Tweet from John Cena, Update on Chris Jericho’s Post-Mania WWE Status

  12-03-2016 19:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  New Clip of Dolph Ziggler and Kane Movie
  USA Today has released a clip from the upcoming WWE Studios thriller “Countdown”, starring Kane and Dolph Ziggler.
  The new clip features Ziggler’s character Ray, an undercover cop working with Russian criminals, being haunted by the death of his son and getting involved when a psychopath kidnaps a young boy. His “towering captain” is played by Kane. You can check out the clip at this link.
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• Report – NXT Talent Frustrated Over Tyler Breeze On The Main Roster

  12-03-2016 17:10
  
  Source: The Wrestling Observer
  Per the Wrestling Observer, there has been a lot of talk in NXT about Tyler Breeze’s floundering position since he’s been called up to the main roster. NXT talent sees Breeze’s lack of a push as an example of someone who was ready to be a main roster star but was not treated as such once he was introduced on RAW and SmackDown.
  The situation has apparently led to some talent questioning whether they want to be called up, as while the goal is always
  
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• Did Christopher Daniels Consider Retirement Following Neck Surgery?, & More

  12-03-2016 17:05
  
  In an interview with Philly Voice, Christopher Daniels spoke about his serious neck injury years ago and if he considered retirement. Here are highlights:
  On if he thought about going to NXT after leaving TNA: “I honestly didn’t think there was any interest from WWE. It was 2014 when I left TNA, and I sort of assumed – because I’ve spoken so many of my friends who tried to get into NXT and were told they were a little too old, and the people I’m talking about are yo
  
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• Synopsis for the Next Edge and Christian Show, WWE Giving Away Copies of New John Cena Book, Roman Reigns Reveals New Merch

  12-03-2016 16:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Roman Reigns Reveals New Merch
  Roman Reigns has revealed new WWE merchandise available for him via WWEShop.com, and you can check it out at this link.
  Synopsis for the Next Edge and Christian Show
  The following is the synopsis for Monday’s new episode of “The Edge and Christian Show That Totally Reeks of Awesomeness”:
  “Edge and Christian offer tips and advice to all people who are about to embark on the biggest party week of the year…SPRI
  
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• Chavo Guerrero Discusses His Post-Wrestling Plans, Retirement Match, More

  12-03-2016 16:50
  
  Chavo Guerrero spoke with Ring Rust Radio promoting Lucha Underground’s current season. Check out the audio and some highlights below:
  On if he’ll continue working behind the scenes when his in-ring career ends: “Absolutely, that is why I am working behind the scenes. The next progression is to get and work behind the scenes, and a lot of people aren’t able to do that. Being able to do that right now is pretty cool. My family has done this before; it’s not like my f
  
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• WWE Videos: Who Sits Atop the Latest Power Rankings Heading Into WWE Roadblock?, Chris Jericho’s Cruelest Attacks

  12-03-2016 16:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Wikipedia.orgWWE has released two new videos, featuring an updated power rankings list heading into WWE Roadblock tonight and Chris Jericho’s cruelest attacks.
  Sami Zayn has cracked the power rankings list at #20, and the top 5 are Charlotte, Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar, Dean Ambrose and Triple H sits at #1.
  You can check out the power rankings video at this link, and the Jericho video at this link.
  The post WWE Videos: Who Sits Atop the Latest Power Rankings Heading Into WWE
  
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• What To Expect From Triple H vs Dean Ambrose At WWE RoadBlock

  12-03-2016 16:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  This segment of Chair Shot Reality talks about what to expect from Triple H vs Dean Ambrose at WWE Roadblock. Here’s some highlights of the conversation:Josh Isenberg:
  I don’t like this because we haven’t even seen Roman Reigns. His name isn’t even coming up. That’s the problem, he’s the number 1 contender who beats Ambrose and Brock Lesnar and for three weeks you care more about Ambrose who is rumored to be in IC feuds after Wrestle
  
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• Scott Hall, Lawler and More At NBA Game, News on Lana’s New Web Series, Preview Total Divas with John Cena and Nikki Bella

  12-03-2016 15:09 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  News on Lana’s New Web Series
  WWE Diva Lana was supposed to launch her “Sisters” YouTube series this past Tuesday via her personal account, but for whatever reason the show never debuted.
  Scott Hall, Lawler and More At NBA Game
  Former WWE star Sean Waltman and Hall of Famer Scott Hall were at The Memphis Grizzlies NBA game with Jimmy Hart and  Jerry Lawler last night, and you can check out photos at the links below: 
  http://www.nba.com/
  
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• WWE Live Event Results (3/11): Montreal; Triple Threat IC Title Match, NXT Tag Teams In-Action, Lesnar in a Handicap Match and More

  12-03-2016 15:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesSource: PWInsider.com
  Jojo is your ring announcer.
  Enzo and Colin Cassady vs. The Revival in a non title match.Good opener.Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady win with a splash off the top.
  Stardust versus Jack Swagger.The fans initially cheer Stardust and boo SwaggerCody chants start and Stardust grabs the mike and proclaims, “it’s Stardust!”Swagger wins with ankle lock.
  Goldust versus Viktor.Goldust wins with a quick pin. Ascension beats down Goldust.R-Trut
  
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• WWE NXT Diva Knocked Loopy During a Match, Helped to the Back, Former Bodybuilder Makes His NXT Live Event Debut

  12-03-2016 14:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE NXT Live Event News
  According to live reports, WWE NXT Diva Aliyah was shaken up after being hit by Liv Morgan’s standing moonsault which ended their match at Friday’s NXT live event in Palatka, Florida.
  After the match, the referee called for assistance in helping Aliyah to the back as she seemed “out of it.”
  Also at last night’s live event in Palatka, Australian bodybuilder Christopher Atkins made his WWE NXT live event debut.
  Atkins was interviewed in the ri
  
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• Chris Jericho Appearing on NBC Show Sunday Night, Hall of Famer Introduces Sami Zayn at Live Event, Wrestler Birthdays

  12-03-2016 14:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Chris Jericho Appearing on NBC Show Sunday Night
  Chris Jericho will be appearing on the season premiere of “Hollywood Game Night” this Sunday night on NBC.
  Wrestler Birthdays
  In today’s wrestler birthday news, WWE NXT star Hideo Itami turns 35 years old, ECW Original Little Guido turns 44 years old, former WWE star Ricky Ortiz turns 41 and former WWE Tough Enough winner Nidia turns 37.
  Hall of Famer Introduces Sami Zayn
  At last night’s WWE live
  
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• Divas Title Match Added To WWE’s Roadblock Special – Details

  12-03-2016 05:51
  
  Charlotte noted on Twitter that she will defend the WWE Divas Title against Natalya at Roadblock. The new updated card is below:
  * WWE World Heavyweight Title Match: Dean Ambrose vs. Triple H* WWE Divas Title Match: Natalya vs. Charlotte* WWE Tag Team Title Match: Sheamus and King Barrett vs. The New Day* WWE NXT Tag Team Title Match: Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady vs. Dash and Dawson* Brock Lesnar vs. Bray Wyatt
  Headed to Toronto… Tomorrow my career will come full circle against @NatbyNatu
  
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• More News on Tonight’s Brock Lesnar Match, WWE Interested in ROH Top Prospect Winner, Sting Appearing for Big Time Wrestling

  12-03-2016 05:42 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  More News on Tonight’s Brock Lesnar Match
  The originally scheduled Brock Lesnar vs Luke Harper at tonight’s WWE live event in Montreal was changed to Lesnar vs Luke Harper and Bray Wyatt in a Handicap Match.
  Lesnar won what has been described as a great match, after hitting Luke Harper with 5 suplexes and an F5 for the win. Wyatt was never tagged into the match.
  WWE Interested in ROH Top Prospect Winner
  According to PWInsider.com, WWE and Lucha Underground
  
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• Result of Tonight’s Brock Lesnar vs Luke Harper Match, Photos and Videos from the Bout, Jim Ross’ Upcoming Boxing Gig Canceled

  12-03-2016 05:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Jim Ross’ Upcoming Boxing Gig Canceled
  WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross was scheduled to call tomorrow night’s inaugural boxing event at The D in Las Vegas but the show has been canceled by the Nevada State Athletic Commission. JR, who is in Vegas tonight and will be attending Invicta Fighting Championships, noted on Twitter that he is awaiting to find out why the event has been canceled.
  Who Won Tonight’s Brock Lesnar vs Luke Harper Match?
  As noted, Brock
  
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• Triple H, Stephanie and Linda McMahon Say They Refuse to Workout with Vince, Talk Vince’s Workout Regimen and More (Videos)

  12-03-2016 05:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
   Photo Credit: Getty ImagesTMZ Sports cameras recently caught up with Triple H, Stephanie and Linda McMahon, and during the brief interviews the three were asked about Vince McMahon’s workout regimen.
  Triple H and Stephanie reveal Vince hits the gym late at night after he leaves the office and is still “a machine.” When asked if he ever joins Vince for his workouts, Triple H answered “no, he’s too crazy.”
  Vince’s wife Linda also declines to join the
  
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• Backstage News on Vince McMahon’s Opinion of NXT and its Talent, How NXT Stars View Tyler Breeze’s Main Roster Position and More

  12-03-2016 05:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesAccording to The Wrestling Observer, while Triple H has publicly said Vince McMahon is a fan of NXT, the feeling backstage in WWE is that he views the brand as more of a “touring brand”, and does not view the NXT talents as “money stars.”
  While a lot of NXT talents would love a spot on the WWE main roster so they can earn more money, the feeling in the locker room is that being in NXT is more fun. NXT talents have reportedly taken notice of how T
  
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• St. Cloud State holds slight lead over Notre Dame College after first day at NCAA DII Championships

  12-03-2016 04:58
  
  St. Cloud State leads Notre Dame College by two points entering second day of NCAA Division II Championships
  
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• Title Match Added to WWE Roadblock, Updated Card with 5 Announced Matches, Lesnar vs Wyatt, WZ Live Coverage, More

  12-03-2016 04:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Graphics / Type Treatment By Bill PritchardWWE has announced that Natalya will face Charlotte for the WWE Divas Championship at the WWE Roadblock Network special taking place on March 12th from The Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto, Ontario.
  As always, WZ will be providing complete, LIVE coverage of the special beginning at 8pm EST so be sure to join us then!
  WWE World Heavyweight Championship Match:-Triple H (c) vs. Dean Ambrose
  -Brock Lesnar vs. Bray Wyatt
  WWE Tag Team Title Match:
  -The New Day (
  
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• Davey Richards Discusses Kurt Angle Leaving TNA, His Recovery & More

  12-03-2016 04:51
  
  Davey Richards spoke with the Two Man Power Trip Of Wrestling Podcast for a new interview. Check out some excerpts below:
  On how his recovery is going: “It’s going well. I had surgery February 17th. I tore my left ACL and it’s just of those things that it’s weird but it’s funny to see fans write and say that me and Eddie are injury prone and it displays their innocence but obvious ignorance. It’s weird. My whole stint in Ring of Honor I was never hurt and I ne
  
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• Jim Ross’ Boxing ‘Knockout Night’ Special Cancelled – Details Inside

  12-03-2016 04:41
  
  It has been reported by several boxing outlets, including Boxing News 24, that Knockout Night at the D has been cancelled. The event was set to air on the CBS Sports Network tomorrow night from the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center.
  Jim Ross, who was set to be the announcer for the event, wrote on Twitter:
  Knockout Night at the D Saturday nite on @CBSSportsNet has been cancelled by Nevada State Athletic Commission. @theDlasvegas
  — Jim Ross (@JRsBBQ) March 11, 2016
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• Austin Aries Discusses His WWE NXT Debut, Why He Came To WWE & More

  12-03-2016 04:30
  
  In an interview with WWE.com, Austin Aries spoke about his debut in NXT and what led to him joining the WWE. Here are highlights:
  On why the time is now to come to WWE: “Frankly, it’s the only thing I haven’t done in my career. I’ve accomplished every goal I’ve set out to. I’ve traveled the world, I’ve competed in just about every promotion there is. The last mountain to climb was the one that resides in the WWE Universe. I’m excited to get that op
  
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• PHOTOS: Brock Lesnar vs. Luke Harper At Tonight’s WWE Live Event

  12-03-2016 04:24
  
  The following pics and video are on social media depicting Brock Lesnar vs. Luke Harper at tonight’s WWE house show in Montreal, Lesnar defeated Harper in the match.
  A trip to #SuplexCity always ends with an F5 courtesy of @BrockLesnar! #WWEMontreal @HeymanHustle https://t.co/pqU7jFecYg
  — WWE (@WWE) March 12, 2016
  Brock Lesnar wins… #WWEMontreal @HeymanHustle #SuplexCity pic.twitter.com/UzKsG1uQp2
  — Riz. (@johncenaAm) March 12, 2016
  #WWEMontreal Montreal is SUPLEX CITY!
  
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• LIVE STREAMING: Freelance Wrestling’s ‘Beautiful Disaster’; Sally Stitches v Isaias Velazquez Title Match, Ego v All Ego, More

  12-03-2016 04:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Tonight at 10 pm CST Freelance Wrestling presents it’s latest raucous event Beautiful Disaster.
  If you are in the Chicago area and have yet to purchase tickets please click HERE.
  Doors for the event open at 9 pm and a pre-show party will begin at 9:15 pm. Tonight’s preshow party is hosted by WrestleZone Radio’s Nick Hausman & The Chicago Wrestling Rebellion’s Ross Berman. It features a mix of comedy, trivia, music and more. 
  If you are not in the Chicago are
  
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• VIDEO: Ken Anderson Speaks Out On His Firing From TNA Wrestling

  12-03-2016 03:57
  
  Ken Anderson appeared on the PWR Show earlier today and discussed his recent TNA departure. He says it was an “amicable” decision but we’ve confirmed with multiple sources that is simply not the case and he was fired for drugs (pills) that he didn’t have a prescription for. He was immediately sent home from the TNA iMPACT Wrestling TV tapings in Bethlehem, PA. The interviewer didn’t do a very good job with “follow-up” questions regarding the release but
  
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• Kane Talks Whether or Not This Will Be His Last WrestleMania, His Longevity in Pro Wrestling, His Legacy in WWE and More

  12-03-2016 03:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty Images WWE star Kane recently spoke with TheWhig.com and below are some interview highlights:
  On career injuries:
  “I’ve been fortunate. As far as what I can control, I just try to take care of myself, stay in good shape and frankly, being a big guy helps as well. Even though I do do some things like fly off the top. I also don’t take as many risks as some of the smaller guys do so I think that’s helped me as well.”
  “I’ve been pre
  
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• Last Night’s WWE Smackdown Viewership Info, How Did the Final Show Before Roadblock Do?

  12-03-2016 03:49 via wrestlezone.com
  
  According to ShowBuzzDaily.com, this week’s WWE Smackdown averaged 2.186 million viewers, down from last week’s 2.491 million viewership average.
  Smackdown ranked #6 for the night in viewers, behind CNN’s GOP debate, Anderson Cooper, The O’Reilly Factor, Vikings and post-debate coverage.
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• WWE Doing A Live Network Special From The UK?, Details

  12-03-2016 02:49
  
  The WWE UK Twitter account sent out the following this morning, announcing what appears to be a live special from London on the WWE Network…
  BREAKING: @WWE will return to @TheO2 Arena London on September 7th for a special, one-night only event. pic.twitter.com/s5IcmPuto1
  — WWE UK (@WWEUK) March 11, 2016
  The O2’s website posted the following description for the event on their website…
  “WWE have announced that its unique brand of action packed entertainment is retur
  
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• Kalisto: ‘I Don’t Care Who My WrestleMania 32 Opponent Is!’, & More

  12-03-2016 02:45
  
  In an interview with Planeta Wrestling and Mundo Deportivo, Kalisto spoke about appearing at Wrestlemania 32 and said he doesn’t care who his opponent is. Here are highlights:
  On his Wrestlemania 32 opponent: “I don’t care. I accept any challenge. Everybody wants to be United States Champion, but the mos important thing is to be ready physically and mentally. For example, I defeated Alberto del Rio because I’m smarter and faster than him. Everyone thinks that they can tak
  
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• Jim Ross Thinks WrestleMania 32 Will Top 100,000 Fans, Talks Anderson’s TNA Firing

  12-03-2016 02:15
  
  Jim Ross has posted his latest blog entry online. Check out the highlights below:
  On WrestleMania’s ticket sales: “Saw where Wrestlemania has 84,000 tickets sold. That’s an impressive number. Still think that they do north of 100,000 in the stadium as I’ve said for months. WWE has extended an appreciated invite to attend many WWE events along with my wife.”
  On whether he’ll be at WrestleMania: “For those speculating, I am not booked for WWE in Texas nor
  
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• WWE SmackDown Rating Hits An All-Time Low For The USA Network

  12-03-2016 01:26
  
  Last night’s episode of SmackDown was the lowest-rated for the show since it moved to the USA Network. The episode brought in 2.186 million viewers and a 0.65 rating in the 18 – 49 demographic, down 12% and 16% from last week’s 2.491 million and 0.77 demo rating. Those numbers are the lowest for a regular, non-holiday episode of Smackdown since the December 10th episode on SyFy had 2.133 million viewers and a 0.55 demo rating.
  Smackdown ranked #6 among cable originals for the n
  
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• The Four Horseman Reuniting At Comic-Con, CM Punk Appearing At C2E2, More

  12-03-2016 01:22
  
  – Motor City Comic Con has announced that the Four Horsemen are reuniting at the convention. Ric Flair, Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard, Barry Windham and JJ Dillon will be appearing on both Saturday and Sunday. VIP Packages are available.
  You can find out more here.
  – Here is the schedule for CM Punk’s appearance at C2E2 (Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo) next weekend:
  March 18th:Autograph Session – 11 a.m. – 2:35 p.m., Autographing Table 19Interview – 3:15
  
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• Magnus Discusses His GFW Status & Reveals Why He Left TNA, & More

  12-03-2016 00:22
  
  Nick Aldis, the former Magnus, spoke with Sports Illustrated for a new interview. You can see some excerpts below:
  On his GFW status and why he left TNA: GFW is a start-up, so I’m not under contract there. They’re not in any position to be signing anyone to a contract. I want to dispel this idea that I left TNA in order to join GFW. I certainly don’t want that to be the idea at TNA. I hate the idea that there’s a notion floating around that there are sour grapes. I have n
  
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• VIDEOS: WWE SmackDown Highlights + The Latest ‘WWE 360′ Video

  12-03-2016 00:17
  
  – WWE has released the following WWE 360 video of Shane and Vince McMahon’s confrontation from Monday’s WWE RAW broadcast:– Here are the highlight videos from last night’s WWE SmackDown broadcast:
  100% DIRECT LINK (PHOTOS): Melina Shows Off Her WILD **NEW LOOK**!!
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• The Lineup For ROH’s Return To Philadelphia, NJPW On AXS TV Matches

  12-03-2016 00:07
  
  – Here is the match listing for tonight’s edition of NJPW on AXS TV. The matches this week come from the NJPW Wrestling Dontaku 5.03.15 event.
  * Hiroshi Tanahashi, Togi Makabe & Katsuyori Shibata vs. Toru Yano, Kazushi Sakuraba & Tomohiro Ishii* IWGP Jr Heavyweight Title Match: Champion Kenny Omega vs. Alex Shelley
  – Here is the updated card for ROH’s return to Philadelphia. The show takes place tomorrow at the old ECW arena…
  * ROH champion Jay Lethal vs. M
  
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• Austin Aries Talks How He Ended Up in WWE, Why He Decided to Sign with WWE, Working an Hour Long Match with Daniel Bryan in ROH, More

  12-03-2016 00:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesWWE NXT star Austin Aries recently spoke with WWE.com and below are some interview highlights:
  On why he decided to come to WWE NXT:
  “Frankly, it’s the only thing I haven’t done in my career. I’ve accomplished every goal I’ve set out to. I’ve traveled the world, I’ve competed in just about every promotion there is. The last mountain to climb was the one that resides in the WWE Universe. I’m excited to get that opportunity.
  
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