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• Two Stars Qualify For WWE Global Cruiserweight Series

  24-04-2016 22:38
  
  As noted, the WWE held qualifying matches for their Global Cruiserweight Series tournament at the PROGRESS Wrestling event this weekend. The WWE issued the following press release regarding Zack Sabre Jr. and Jack Gallagher qualifying for the tournament.
  Zack Sabre Jr. and Jack Gallagher qualify for WWE Global Cruiserweight Series at PROGRESS Wrestling
  LONDON – Zack Sabre Jr. and Jack Gallagher, two of the United Kingdom’s brightest stars, earned their way into the WWE Global Cruiser
  
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• TNA Xplosion Action: The Wolves vs. Will O’Spreay & Mandrews

  24-04-2016 22:22
  
  - Check out this Xplosion match up, as The Wolves battle Will O’Spreay and Mandrews from The UK! Don’t miss this!The post TNA Xplosion Action: The Wolves vs. Will O’Spreay & Mandrews appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Shinsuke Nakamura reigns on the canvas: WWE Canvas 2 Canvas

  24-04-2016 22:20
  
  - The King of Strong Style makes a colorful appearance as Rob Schamberger brings one of NXT’s newest superstars to life.The post Shinsuke Nakamura reigns on the canvas: WWE Canvas 2 Canvas appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• 23 exploder, T-bone and capture suplexes that wrecked Superstars: WWE Fury

  24-04-2016 22:20
  
  - Randy Orton, Becky Lynch and more masters of the throw pop their hips and launch foes overhead in this collection of exploder, T-bone and capture suplexes.The post 23 exploder, T-bone and capture suplexes that wrecked Superstars: WWE Fury appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Cesaro swings up and Charlotte takes a hit on WWE Power Rankings: April 23, 2016

  24-04-2016 22:19
  
  - WWE.com, in conjunction with the Academy of Wrestling Arts & Sciences (AWAS), ranks the top 20 Superstars in WWE each week with Power Rankings. Here are the rankings as of April 23, 2016.The post Cesaro swings up and Charlotte takes a hit on WWE Power Rankings: April 23, 2016 appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Outside-the-ring Finishing Moves: WWE Top 10

  24-04-2016 22:18
  
  - A Superstar’s finishing maneuver is the great equalizer in any battle, even one where the ring can no longer contain all of the action. Count down the 10 most destructive moments of Superstars performing their signature finishers outside of the ring.The post Outside-the-ring Finishing Moves: WWE Top 10 appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Tyler Breeze wraps up his whirlwind European Tour: Shootin’ the Breeze, Ep. #11

  24-04-2016 22:17
  
  Tyler Breeze wraps up his whirlwind European Tour: Shootin’ the Breeze, Ep. #11The post Tyler Breeze wraps up his whirlwind European Tour: Shootin’ the Breeze, Ep. #11 appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Mr. Belding Powerbombs an Indy Talent Through a Table (Video), More Details on WWE Global Cruiserweight Series & Upcoming Qualifiers

  24-04-2016 22:17 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Wikipedia.orgMore Details on the WWE Global Cruiserweight Series and Upcoming QualifiersAs noted, Zack Sabre, Jr and Jack Gallagher won WWE Global Cruiserweight Series qualifying matches this weekend during the Progress Wrestling Chapter 29 event in London.Sabre and Gallagher join the following talents who have already been announced for the tournament:Rich Swann
  Tommaso Ciampa
  Johnny Gargano
  Ho Ho Lun
  Akira Tozawa
  Lince DoradoOn Sunday, May 1st, the following tournament qualifying
  
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• A Day in Paris with Alicia and Eva Marie

  24-04-2016 22:17
  
  - In France for WWE Live’s WrestleMania Revenge Tour, Alicia Fox and Eva Marie take to the streets of Paris, taking in the beauty of the City of Light and its most recognizable landmark, the Eiffel Tower.The post A Day in Paris with Alicia and Eva Marie appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Who Are The Current WWE Triple Crown Winners?

  24-04-2016 19:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesIn WWE, the term Triple Crown Champion has traditionally been used to denote a wrestler who has won the WWE Championship, WWE Intercontinental Championship and the Tag Team Championship. Since then, there have been several other championships that qualify for the triple crown title.Triple Crown ChampionsUntil the 1990s, the accomplishment of winning the triple crown was extremely rare. Only 26 wrestlers are listed as triple crown champions:Pedro Morales &ndash
  
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• VIDEO: NBA Mascot Performs TLC Ladder Spot During Game!

  24-04-2016 19:41
  Some video clips have been released on social media, showing the Memphis Grizzlies mascot “Griz” performing a TLC ladder spot on fellow mascot Natch, putting him through a table. You can check out some clips of the spot below.
  Grizz leaps off a ladder and through a table. Memphis af pic.twitter.com/97BzRP2trh
  — Peter Edmiston (@peteredmiston) April 23, 2016
  The post VIDEO: NBA Mascot Performs TLC Ladder Spot During Game! appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Two Indy Stars Qualify For WWE Global Cruiserweight Series

  24-04-2016 18:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Wikipedia / Stuart SunleyDuring today’s Progress Wrestling event, two WWE Global Cruiserweight Series Qualifying matches were held.Zack Sabre, Jr defeated Flash Morgan Webster via submission.Jack Gallagher defeated Pete Dunne via submission.These are the first two talents, other than the talents WWE already announced for the tournament, to officially qualify. More qualifying matches will take place at Revolution Pro Wrestling and EVOLVE events in the coming week.WWE announced
  
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• Update On Pat Patterson’s Autobiography – The Rock & Triple H Comment, More

  24-04-2016 18:49
  
  Here are some more details for Pat Patterson’s upcoming autobiography Accepted: How the First Gay Superstar Changed WWE. The book will be released on August 1 through ECW Press. Bertrand Hebert helped Patterson write the book.
  The Rock, Triple H and more commented on the book in a recent press release:
  The Rock: “Pat is one of the greatest mentors I’ve ever had in the world of sports-entertainment. He has been instrumental in some of the greatest story lines and matches in my e
  
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• Chyna’s Manager Gives New Details On Her Passing – Details Inside

  24-04-2016 18:11
  
  Chyna’s manager Anthony Anzaldo, who was involved in the documentary being filmed about her, spoke withThe New York Daily News about her passing. Anzaldo said that he was the person who found her and that the documentary was filming when he entered the home.
  Anzaldo told the outlet that he found Chyna in bed and that there were no signs of any foul play or trauma, including blood or vomit. He said that there were only two prescription pill bottles in her bedroom for Ambvien and an “a
  
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• Karl Anderson Hypes Raw Debut, Jim Duggan Says Goldberg’s Streak Ending Took Away His Mystique, Thea Trinidad – Austin Aries Update

  24-04-2016 18:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Wikipedia.orgKarl Anderson Hypes Raw DebutAs noted, Karl Anderson and Luke Gallows will make their WWE in-ring debuts against The Usos on Raw tomorrow night, and Anderson Tweeted the following:Monday Night on Raw @wwe our in-ring debut vs. The Usos..Things are about to get #real
  We have arrived..— Karl Anderson (@Machinegunka) April 24, 2016Thea Trinidad – Austin Aries UpdateApparently former TNA Knockout Thea Trinidad, aka Rosita, and WWE NXT star Austin Aries are not
  
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• Bret Hart: ‘I Was Lucky In My Cancer Battle!’, Talks Today’s Era vs. His Era, More

  24-04-2016 18:05
  
  Bret Hart spoke withThe Portsmouth News promoting this his one-man shows this weekend in the UK. Some highlights are below:
  On his battle with prostate cancer: “It’s never an easy thing to go through, but I had a lot of support and a lot of great fans and other wrestlers who reached out, that all sort of helped me get through it. I’ve got to have regular check-ups for the next few years, but I think I’m through the worst now. They think they got it all in one shot, so I&r
  
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• WWE NXT Poughkeepsie Live Event Results (4/23): Triple Threat Title Match, Nakamura vs Samson, 2 out of 3 Falls Tag Title Match and More

  24-04-2016 17:50 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Wikipedia.orgWWE NXT Poughkeepsie Live Event Results
  4/23/16
  Poughkeepsie, NY
  Results courtesy of PWInsider.comTom Phillips is the ring announcer.Chris Girard  pinned Mojo Rawley with a running Blockbyster.  The crowd was solidly behind him  They were even taunting Mojo with “We want Ryder” chants.Bayley and Carmella over Dana Brooke and Peyton Royce. Bayley won with Bayley to Belly on Brooke. Bayley is a superstar.Manny Andrade beat Tommaso Ciampa with a
  
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• WWE Glasgow Live Event Results (4/23): Final European Tour Show with 3 Title Matches, Reigns and Sheamus Steal the Show, Cesaro & More

  24-04-2016 17:44 via wrestlezone.com
  
  (Photo by Mike Marsland/Mike Marsland/WireImage)WWE Glasgow Live Event Results
  4/23/16
  Glasgow, Scotland
  Results courtesy of Connor Doig-Cesaro beat stardust with sharpshooter -Zack Ryder & Darren Young beat Social Outcasts (Bo Dallas & Heath Slater) with Ryder pinning Dallas with the rough Ryder-Rusev beat Jack Swagger with the Accolade-New Day beat The Usos & The Dudleys in a triple threat tag title match with Big E pinning D-Von Dudley-Sin Cara beat Tyler Breeze with the Swanton B
  
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• Former WWE Star Recalls Bret Hart Punching Out Vince McMahon Following Montreal Screwjob, Curtis Axel Gives Props to Top WWE Stars

  24-04-2016 17:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesCurtis Axel Gives Props to Top WWE StarsCurtis Axel Tweeted the following after this past week’s WWE European tour:I LOVE WHAT I DO FOR A LIVING! @WWE— Curtis Axel (@RealCurtisAxel) April 24, 2016And take this how u wanna, but special respect and thanks to @TripleH for being a true soldier and @KaneWWE for being a true good brother!— Curtis Axel (@RealCurtisAxel) April 24, 2016Usually don’t do this but I gained a lot of respect for some good brot
  
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• Paige Taking Some Time Off?, 23 Exploder, T-Bone and Capture Suplexes (Video), Sheamus and Rusev Visit Celtic Football Club (Photos)

  24-04-2016 17:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
  (Photo by Mike Marsland/Mike Marsland/WireImage)Paige Taking Some Time Off?Paige posted the following on Twitter, noting she might be taking a few days off now that WWE’s European tour has wrapped:From 430pm I’ll be a Norwich girl again for a few days. Can’t wait!!!  #FamilyTime— PAIGE (@RealPaigeWWE) April 24, 2016Sheamus and Rusev Visit Celtic Football ClubPrior to WWE’s live event in Glasgow, Sheamus and Rusev visited the Celtic Football Club as seen below:B
  
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• Shinsuke Nakamura Artwork on “Canvas 2 Canvas”, Chris Jericho on TV Tonight, Watch the Intro Video for WWE’s US Title DVD

  24-04-2016 17:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Wikipedia.orgShinsuke Nakamura Artwork on “Canvas 2 Canvas”The following is the latest edition of Canvas 2 Canvas featuring the artwork of Shinsuke Nakamura:Watch the Intro Video for WWE’s US Title DVDWrestlingDVDNetwork.com has released the following video, which is the intro for WWE’s “The US Championship – A Legacy of Greatness” DVD and Blu-ray available on Tuesday.Chris Jericho on TV TonightChris Jericho posted the following a
  
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• WATCH: Finn Balor Tells WWE Fans He Is Staying in NXT

  24-04-2016 07:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Wikipedia.orgSince losing the WWE NXT Title to Samoa Joe at the NXT live event in Lowell, Massachusetts earlier this week, there has been much speculation surrounding the WWE main roster status of former Champion Finn Balor.The main event of tonight’s WWE NXT live event in Poughkeepsie, NY saw Samoa Joe retain his NXT Title in a Triple Threat match against Finn Balor and Austin Aries.Following the match, Finn Balor got on the mic and cut a promo, which you can watch below:The
  
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• TNA Impact Wrestling TV Taping Results for 5/24 and 5/31 *Spoilers*

  24-04-2016 07:34 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Source: PWInsider.comXplosion Match: Trevor Lee defeated DJ Z with a Fisherman’s buster. Helms distracted DJ Z to allow Trevor to hit the leaping double stomp before the buster.Josh Mathews and The Pope were out to introduce a “May Mayhem” themed edition of Impact Wrestling.*Allie (the former Cherry Bomb), who is the apprentice for Maria, brings her out.  Maria talks about the Knockouts division.  Gail Kim comes out and says she will never follow what Maria wants.&nbs
  
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• Samoa Joe Defends His WWE NXT Title in a Triple Threat Match, Update on “Blade Runner” Sequel with Batista, Y2J Recites Nursery Rhymes

  24-04-2016 07:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Samoa Joe Defends His WWE NXT Title in a Triple Threat MatchNew WWE NXT Champion Samoa Joe successfully defended his title at tonight’s live event in Poughkeepsie, New York. Joe defeated Finn Balor and Austin Aries in the Triple Threat match which headlined the event.Update on “Blade Runner” Sequel with BatistaThe upcoming sequel to the 1982 Ridley Scott classic movie “Blade Runner”, featuring Dave “Batista” Bautista, has had its premiere
  
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• WWE Teasing Shane McMahon and The Authority Returning on Raw Monday Night, McMahon Names Pulled From Advertisements

  24-04-2016 07:15 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesWWE had previously advertised Stephanie McMahon, Vince and Triple H for Raw event following WrestleMania 32, but all three names were then pulled from show advertisements.Shane McMahon was never advertised for any WWE events after WrestleMania, but of course he has been in charge of Raw ever since the PPV. The status of The Authority on WWE TV has been the source of much speculation, with recent reports indicating The Authority vs Shane McMahon is an imminent TV story l
  
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• Samoa Joe Discusses Signing With WWE & Being Hesitant To Sign With Them, More

  24-04-2016 06:35
  
  The Sam Roberts’ Wrestling Podcast recently interviewed newly crowned NXT champion Samoa Joe. Below are some highlights.
  Joe on being less hesitant to sign with WWE due to the success CM Punk, Daniel Bryan and Seth Rollins had in the company: “It’s crazy because it was never a timetable issue for me. First of all, all those guys are really good friends of mine, so it was like, I was beyond stoked for them. I was like, ‘man, that’s awesome, man!’ because I unde
  
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• **SPOILERS** – The Location & 2 Matches Revealed For TNA Slammiversary

  24-04-2016 06:28
  
  At the ongoing TNA iMPACT! Wrestling tapings in Orlando, it was revealed that TNA Slammiversary will happen on June 12 at Universal Studios Orlando. It airs live on pay-per-view.
  Two matches were also announced for the show. Drew Galloway and Bobby Lashley will compete for the TNA World title, in a match where you can only win by submission or KO.
  Meanwhile, Mike Bennett will face EC3.
  100% DIRECT LINK (PHOTOS): Maryse With The Bella Twins! (HOT)!
  The post **SPOILERS** – The Location &
  
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• Vince Russo & Mick Foley Remember Joanie ‘Chyna’ Laurer – Video

  24-04-2016 06:00
  
  – Former WWE booker Vince Russo released the following video below, honoring his late friend Chyna.– Here is another tribute and video that WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley shared on his Facebook page regarding Chyna.100% DIRECT LINK (PHOTOS): Natalya’s HBK Tribute Shoot! (20+ Pics)!! **AWESOME**!!
  The post Vince Russo & Mick Foley Remember Joanie ‘Chyna’ Laurer – Video appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Austin Aries Gets Engaged To Ex-TNA Knockout Rosita

  24-04-2016 05:07
  
  Former TNA Knockout Thea Trinidad (aka Rosita) revealed on Instagram that she is now engaged to WWE NXT Superstar and former TNA star Austin Aries. You can check out her Instagram post below.
  On behalf of everyone here on the website, congratulations to the happy couple.Was really excited to get this promise ring from @austinhealyaries .. Every couple has obstacles they either overcome or don't.. Happy to say 4 years and still going strong! Appreciate all the love.. But that's still to come and
  
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• Future Of Bullet Club Storyline & Possible Scenarios Of Who Gallows/Anderson Align With

  24-04-2016 04:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Wikipedia.orgThis Chair Shot Reality segment is all about the Bullet Club storyline and possible scenarios in the future. Here’s some highlights of the conversation:Josh Isenberg:They better dominate The Uso’s. I don’t want to see a 10 minute match. Three minutes maximum. I do think they are in the best situation they could be. They start with The Uso’s, get some establishment and still an Outsiders feel. It’s hard from each week to make them natural a
  
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• Jim Ross Blogs On The Death Chyna, Samoa Joe’s NXT Title Win, John Cena, More

  24-04-2016 04:48
  
  Jim Ross has updated the blog section of his official website, writing about the death of Joanie “Chyna” Laurer. Here are highlights:
  On Chyna’s death: “I am still reeling regarding the sudden and unexpected death of Joanie Lauer aka Chyna this past week in Los Angeles. The cause of death has yet not been revealed but I wonder if it could have been something as simple as sleep apnea? Undiagnosed sleep apnea can cause a heart attack if the affliction goes untreated. I had
  
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• Rumor Killer – Jack Swagger Not Leaving WWE

  24-04-2016 04:43
  Jack Swagger caused speculation online today when he posted the following tweet:
  .. Best Job I ever had. Last day #WWEGlasgow pic.twitter.com/uXKjxzOXPI
  — Jack Swagger (@RealJackSwagger) April 23, 2016
  This led some people to believe that when he said “last day”, he meant with WWE.Pro Wrestling Sheet reports that Swagger was just referring to the last day of the WWE European tour. Swagger is still a member of the WWE roster.
  The post Rumor Killer – Jack Swagger Not Leavin
  
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• Hulk Hogan Gets Trolled On Twitter Again, Conor McGregor To WWE Betting Odds

  24-04-2016 03:41
  
  – According toMetro, betting site BWin.com has Conor McGregor at 2-1 odds of joining the WWE before the end of the year, even though McGregor is still under UFC contract.
  – Hulk Hogan was trolled on Twitter again. A fan asked him and John Cena to re-tweet a series of paintings, one of which features a Nazi soldier.
  @JohnCena @HulkHogan can i get any rt's for my dad's paintings, he doesn't think he's any good lets prove him wrong! pic.twitter.com/s0v7VJcq8M
  — Jack Corscadden (@J
  
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• Title Change Takes Place at Tonight’s TNA Impact Wrestling Tapings *Spoilers*

  24-04-2016 03:39 via wrestlezone.com
  
  During tonight’s TNA Impact Wrestling tapings in Orlando, Eli Drake cashed in his Feast or Fired briefcase and defeated Bram to become the new TNA King of the Mountain Champion.The match should air on May 31st and this will be Eli Drake’s first title win in TNA Wrestling.The post Title Change Takes Place at Tonight’s TNA Impact Wrestling Tapings *Spoilers* appeared first on Wrestlezone.
  
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• Ric Flair Inspires Soccer Team (Video), WWE Ending European Tour Tonight, More

  24-04-2016 03:16
  
  – WWE will wrap up their European tour tonight with shows in Sheffield, England and Paris, France. Roman Reigns vs. Sheamus will main event Sheffield while Triple H vs. Dean Ambrose headlines the show in Paris.
  – The Daily Mail has a story about England cricket star Ben Stokes being a guest timekeeper for the WWE live event in Newcastle.
  – Ric Flair is in a new video offering inspiration for Leicester City to win the English Premier League title.
  He said: “Boys, I heard i
  
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• A Preview Of The Rock’s ‘Ballers’ (Video), Samoa Joe’s NXT Title Win Over Finn Balor

  24-04-2016 03:08
  
  – The Rock posted a preview of the second season of HBO’s Ballers:
  EXCLUSIVE look at the new season of our @HBO ORIGINAL SERIES #ballers.#LoyalFriends #LoyalEnemies
  JULY 17 10PMhttps://t.co/D4QeNAqaVB
  — Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) April 22, 2016
  – Samoa Joe’s win over Finn Balor for the NXT title came in the same city that he won the TNA championship. He beat Kurt Angle in Lowell, Massachusetts eight years ago (April 13, 2008) at Lockdown in a “Six Sides of Stee
  
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• Two Big Matches Including World Title Match Announced for TNA Slammiversary, PPV Location Revealed *Spoilers*

  24-04-2016 02:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
  During tonight’s Impact Wrestling tapings, TNA announced that the June 12th Slammiversary PPV will take place at Universal Studios in Orlando.This year’s event will be headlined by Drew Galloway vs Bobby Lashley for the TNA World Title. A stipulation was added to the bout in which the only way to win is via submission or KO.It was also announced tonight that EC3 vs Mike Bennett will take place at Slammiversary.The post Two Big Matches Including World Title Match Announced for TNA Sl
  
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• WWE 2K17 Casting Call Sent Out, Triple H Walks ‘Red Carpet’ At RAW (Photo)

  24-04-2016 00:36
  
  – The following casting call was sent out for WWE 2K17:
  State Trooper/Cops (Lead or Supporting)Role added 04/21/2016 6:31 pmMale or Female / Principal / All Ethnicities / 25 – 50 Description Very authentic and credible looking as police offers or state troopers handling a dangerous situation. They are in the midst of a high pressure assignment. Submit with note of previous experience with this role. Wardrobe Police looking uniform. Work shirt and matching slacks. Clean shaven, neat f
  
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• Linda McMahon On If WWE Will Get ‘Edgier’ Again, ‘American Grit’ Ratings Drop, Bret

  24-04-2016 00:23
  
  – Linda McMahon recentlyspoke with a CBS Radio affiliate in Dallas, Texas. She was asked if WWE would ever get edgier again and she said, “never say never.”
  – The second episode of John Cena’s FOX series American Grit brought in a 1.4 cable rating with a 2 share. This is down from last week’s premiere (1.5/2).
  – Bret Hart hadan interview with the UK’s Portsmouth News to promote his Q&A on Sunday. He spoke about his health after fighting prostat
  
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• ROH Announces A Big 8-Man Tag-Tag Match For ‘Global Wars’ – Details

  24-04-2016 00:05
  
  ROH has announced a big eight-man tag team match for Global Wars. The Bullet Club (The Young Bucks, IWGP World Heavyweight Tag Team Champions Guerrillas of Destiny) will face the Motor City Machine Guns, Kushida and Matt Sydal. The event is sold out and airs on PPV on May 8. Here’s the current card:
  – ROH World Championship: Jay Lethal (c) (w/Taeler Hendrix) vs Colt Cabana– ROH World Tag Team Championship: War Machine (c) vs The Briscoes– ROH World Television Championship
  
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