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• Confirmed TNA iMPACT! Matches + Two New Galloway vs. Lashley Hype Videos

  17-05-2016 23:27
  
  – Here are tonight’s confirmed TNA iMPACT matches:
  * Eli Drake’s Facts of Life with Bram* Jeff Hardy searches for the fake Willow* Sienna vs. Velvet Sky* Last Man Standing Match: EC3 vs. Tyrus* TNA Title Match: Champion Drew Galloway vs. Lashley
  – Here are two new video packages for tonight’s TNA Title match, featuring TNA Champion Drew Galloway vs. Lashley…
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• Rich Brennan Discusses What Lead to His WWE Release, Mauro Ranallo Replacing Him On Smackdown and More

  17-05-2016 23:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
  This WrestleZone Radio exclusive features Nick Hausman interviewing former WWE Smackdown & NXT commentator Rich Boccini (aka Rich Brennan).
  You can find more info about the interview as well as some transcribed quotes below.
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  On what led to his release from WWE:
  RB: I was told that it was post-WrestleMania cuts. Did I see it coming? Maybe in some ways but not really. I thought I was doing a decent job. It was definitely a surprise and definitely disap
  
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• Rich Brennan Discusses What Lead to His WWE Release, Mauro Ranallo Replacing Him On Smackdown & More

  17-05-2016 23:21 via wrestlezone.com
  
  This WrestleZone Radio exclusive features Nick Hausman interviewing former WWE Smackdown & NXT commentator Rich Boccini (aka Rich Brennan). You can find more info about the interview as well as some transcribed quotes below. Subscribe to WrestleZone Radio on iTunes On what led to his release from WWE:
  RB: I was told that it was post-WrestleMania cuts. Did I see it coming? Maybe in some ways but not really. I thought I was doing a decent job. It was definitely a surprise and definitely disap
  
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• JR Talks the Importance of Selling at a PPV Like Extreme Rules, Top 10 WWE Raw Moments (Video), Smackdown Changing Nights in the UK

  17-05-2016 23:20 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  JR Talks the Importance of Selling at a PPV Like Extreme Rules
  Jim Ross has posted a new blog over at JRsBarBQ.com and below are his thoughts on the WWE Extreme Rules PPV:“Extreme Rules is a physicality heavy show that should motivate all talents to SELL. I’ve been watching a ton of TV wrestling the past few weeks and it seems that many talents in a variety of promotions, especially those in their 20’s but not exclusive to that a
  
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• Rich Brennan Discusses His WWE Release, Mauro Ranallo Replacing Him On Smackdown Commentary, More

  17-05-2016 23:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
  This WrestleZone Radio exclusive features Nick Hausman interviewing former WWE Smackdown & NXT commentator Rich Boccini (aka Rich Brennan).
  You can find more info about the interview as well as some transcribed quotes below.
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  On what led to his release from WWE:RB: I was told that it was post-WrestleMania cuts. Did I see it coming? Maybe in some ways but not really. I thought I was doing a decent job. It was definitely a surprise and definitely disapp
  
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• WWE RAW Audience Declines This Week And Top 10 Moments

  17-05-2016 23:02
  According to Showbuzz Daily, this week’s episode of Monday Night RAW, featuring the Usos challenging Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson, drew 3.19 million viewers, this number is down 1.5% from last week’s 3.238 million viewers.
  * First hour drew 3.376 million viewers* Second hour drew 3.302 million viewers* Final hour drew 2.984 million viewers
  RAW was #4 on cable for the night behind the NBA Playoffs, the NBA playoffs post-show, and Love and Hip Hop.
  - Seen below, the WWE Top 10 takes
  
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• The Bella Twins Reveal “Total Bellas” Details, Brie Talks Daniel Bryan’s Presence on the Show, a Mental Breakdown, Pregnancy and More

  17-05-2016 23:02 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  As noted, The Bella Twins attended the 2016 NBC TV Upfronts, and during their appearance they spoke with Maria Menounos about their new “Total Bellas” reality show coming to E!.
  The show will center around Brie Bella and Daniel Bryan moving in with Nikki Bella and John Cena to assist in Nikki’s rehab from neck surgery, and Brie had the following to say about Daniel Bryan’s presence on the show:“I’m really excited for everyone
  
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• How Was This Week’s WWE Raw Viewership with Final WWE Extreme Rules Hype and a Contract Signing Main Event?

  17-05-2016 22:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
  According to ShowBuzzDaily.com, this week’s edition of WWE Raw, which featured final Extreme Rules hype and a contract signing in the main event segment, averaged 3.19 million viewers, down 1.5% from last week’s 3.238 million viewership average.
  The show once again saw a significant drop in viewership in the third hour, and below is hourly breakdown for this week’s episode:
  -The first hour drew 3.376 million viewers
  -The second hour drew 3.302 million viewers
  -The final hour d
  
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• Luke Harper Provides Injury Update And Expected Return Date

  17-05-2016 22:50
  
  As noted, WWE Superstar and Wyatt family member Luke Harper is out of action after suffering a serious knee injury in March during a dark match after RAW. During the match Harper was seen falling down after throwing some punches and suddenly falling to the floor clutching his knee.
  Harper recently spoke with Qwality TV about the injury and noted that during the match his leg buckled and felt a pop. It was like I got shot or someone hit me from behind, Harper said. Harper initially thought he may
  
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• TNA Impact Wrestling Preview For Tonight

  17-05-2016 22:35
  
  - The following line-up is scheduled for tonight’s edition of TNA Impact Wrestling on Pop TV:
  * TNA World Champion Drew Galloway vs. Bobby Lashley
  * EC3 vs. Tyrus (Last Man Standing)
  * Velvet Sky vs. Sienna
  * Eli Drake hosts his Facts of Life show with his guest, Bram.
  * Jeff Hardy looks to expose the identity of the fake Willow and more.
  * TNA Champion Drew Galloway will be taking part in a Facebook Live chat at 8pm EST prior to Impact kick-off.
  - Seen below, Josh Mathews takes a look at
  
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• WWE Cruiserweight Classic Tapings Schedule – Details

  17-05-2016 22:31
  - Triple H announced on Tuesday the upcoming taping schedule for this summer’s Cruiserweight Classic tournament. The 32-man tournament will take place during 4 days of tapings from Full Sail University in Winter Park, FL:
  * Thursday, June 23rd* Thursday, July 14th* Friday, August 26th* Wednesday, September 14th
  Check out the following announcement:
  Tickets for #CruiserweightClassic on:
  6/23, 7/14, 8/26, & 9/14
  Go on sale FRIDAY at 10am at https://t.co/pcQU3cALRh. pic.twitter.com/8VjnRi
  
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• John Cena Only At 70% After Shoulder Surgery?

  17-05-2016 22:23
  
  - As noted, WWE Superstar John Cena is scheduled to make his WWE return on the Memorial Day episode of RAW in two weeks.
  TMZ Sports recently caught up with John Cena when he was in NYC with girlfriend and WWE star Nikki Bella. Cena he said he’s making insane progress in the gym since undergoing shoulder surgery back in January and that he’s only at 70%. He also noted putting in serious physical therapy work in hopes of a full recovery.“I’m probably 30% off of what I was o
  
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• WWE Airs Video Supporting ‘The Bathroom Bill’ At RAW, Dudley Boyz/Ride Along

  17-05-2016 22:06
  
  – Prior to last night’s WWE TV tapings, WWE played a pre-taped audio recording to support repealing of North Carolina House Bill 2, which is also known as “The Bathroom Bill.” Bruce Springsteen and Pearl Jam have recently canceled events in North Carolina due to the bill, due to the feeling that it discriminates against transgender people.
  – Bubba Ray Dudley posted the following on Twitter, announcing that he and D-Von Dudley will be filming an episode of WWE Ride A
  
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• 6/8/16 – WWE NXT Takeover

  17-05-2016 21:49 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Complete coverage of WWE NXT Takeover, including card details and live play-by-play coverage on June 8th, 2016! Check out the articles below for the latest PPV news and notes!The post 6/8/16 – WWE NXT Takeover appeared first on Wrestlezone.
  
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• Chairman Of New Kentucky Wrestling Commission Says He Wants WWE Back in the State, Why WWE Is Not Running TV Events in Kentucky

  17-05-2016 21:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WWE has not run a PPV or televised event in the state of Kentucky in over 5 years, and that is because of strict regulations in the state.
  According to Ryan Satin of Pro Wrestling Sheet, government officials in the state of Kentucky have created a new committee, and one of its focuses will be on bringing WWE events back to the state.
  KBWC chairman Chad Miller issued an announcement on the new committee, and below is an excerpt:“The new commission will have a more focused vision on un
  
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• Star power aplenty expected at 2016 Body Bar Women's National Championships

  17-05-2016 21:34
  
  Bevy of World medalists and WCWA college national champions to compete in Texas on Sat. and Sun.
  
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• John Cena On His Current Status: “I’m Probably 30% Off of What I Was Operating at November 2015”

  17-05-2016 21:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE star John Cena, who will be returning to TV on the Memorial Day edition of Raw, recently spoke with TMZ Sports, and during the brief interview Cena provides an update on his current health status.
  The interviewer brought up Cena’s quick recovery time from injuries, but Cena was quick to note that he is not operating at 100% right now. “I’m probably 30% off of what I was operating at November 2015, but being at 70% is still pretty damn good,&rd
  
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• 5/17 Edition of WZ Daily: Talking The Final Build To Extreme Rules, Emma’s Injury, Sasha Banks Not On WWE TV, Cage Match at Takeover, More

  17-05-2016 21:01 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Today’s episode is hosted by Nick Hausman and features Bin Hamin (aka Ben Duerr) and Jamie Campbell as the co-hosts. 
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  Some of the topics discussed include:
  The Ambrose Asylum
  Epico & Primo’s debut on RAW as The Shining Stars
  The final build for Extreme Rules
  Emma suffering a back injury and requiring surgery
  The reason Sasha Banks is being kept off of WWE TV
  The NXT Takeover main eve
  
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• WWE Officially Announces the Dates for the WWE Cruiserweight Classic, Tournament Logo Revealed

  17-05-2016 20:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE has announced the official dates and the logo for the upcoming WWE Cruiserweight Classic kicking off in June.
  Read Also: WWE Cruiserweight Classic Competitor Suffers Injury
  As noted, top indy names such as Zack Sabre, Jr., Drew Gulak, as well as established NXT names will be competing in the tournament.Tickets for #CruiserweightClassic on:
  6/23, 7/14, 8/26, & 9/14
  Go on sale FRIDAY at 10am at https://t.co/pcQU3cALRh. pic.twitter.com/8VjnRiOoGI
  
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• Nikki Bella Speaks at NBC TV Upfronts, Gives a Big Update on Her Injury Status and Provides More “Total Bellas” Show Details

  17-05-2016 20:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  According to PWInsider.com, injured WWE star Nikki Bella appeared at the NBC TV Upfronts yesterday, and her and her sister Brie spoke about their new reality series “Total Bellas”.
  Nikki addressed her injury status during her speech, and noted she will find out in July if she will ever be able to return to the wrestling ring. She added her neck has been fusing correctly, which is a good sign.
  On the subject of “Total Bellas”, Nikki sa
  
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• Roman Reigns Appearing On ESPN Tonight + Reigns/Styles Poll, & More

  17-05-2016 20:27
  
  – WWE’s latest poll asks whether AJ Styles or Roman Reigns is benefited more by the Extreme Rules stipulation to their match. As of this writing, 54% say AJ and 46% say Reigns.
  – Roman Reigns will make his second visit to ESPN SportsCenter for the “Off the Top Rope” segment this week.
  The Jonathan Coachman-hosted segment airs tonight during the 9 PM ET hour.
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• Emma Says She Feels Gutted About Her Injury; Surgery Scheduled For Wednesday

  17-05-2016 20:16
  
  As noted, WWE Superstar Emma ruptured a disc in her back that will require her to have surgery, the injury took place during this past weekend’s WWE live events. The WWE issued the following statement:
  Emma has a ruptured disc that will require her to have surgery,” explained WWE ringside physician Dr. Chris Robinson. “She came to us in a great deal of pain, which seemed to be increasing. She was then given an M.R.I., which revealed that further action would need to be taken. U
  
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• Adult Film Star Files Cal/OSHA Complaint Against Bellator MMA and Its Owner, Viacom, Inc.

  17-05-2016 20:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
  The following press release has been issued:Adult Film Star James Deen Fights Against Targeting of the Adult Industry by Cal/OSHA and AIDS Healthcare Foundation
  LOS ANGELES (May 17, 2016) – James Deen has filed a Cal/OSHA complaint of bloodborne pathogen violations under section 5193 of the California Code of Regulations against Bellator MMA and its owner, Viacom, Inc. This development comes after Deen was cited and fined under the same section violation due to the AIDS Healthcare Foundat
  
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• Annihilation Atop the Announce Table: WWE 2K16 Top 10

  17-05-2016 20:09
  
  - Brace for impact! Superstars send their opponents slamming through the announcer’s table to the floor in this WWE 2K16 sneak peek!The post Annihilation Atop the Announce Table: WWE 2K16 Top 10 appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Sting’s Squadron vs. The Dangerous Alliance – WarGames Match: WCW WrestleWar 1992

  17-05-2016 20:08
  
  - Steve Austin and Barry Windham battle inside a WarGames steel cage as their teams look on.The post Sting’s Squadron vs. The Dangerous Alliance – WarGames Match: WCW WrestleWar 1992 appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• WWE Continues To Hype John Cena’s Return, Dudley Boyz On “Ride Along”, DDP News

  17-05-2016 20:06
  
  - WWE continues to hype Superstar John Cena’s return, the company released the following clip hyping Cena’s return on Monday. As noted, Cena is scheduled to make his long-awaited return to WWE television during the Memorial Day edition of RAW in two weeks.
  TWO MORE WEEKS!! @JohnCena returns to @WWE #RAW! pic.twitter.com/EyVhEOXSCl
  — WWE (@WWE) May 17, 2016- Seen below, WWE Superstar Bubba Ray Dudley announced on Twitter that he and D-Von Dudley will be filming an episode of WWE
  
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• Rich Brennan Speaks Out on His WWE Release, Says He Holds No Grudges Against the Company and More

  17-05-2016 19:57 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Former WWE announcer Rich Brennan, who has been quiet since his WWE release, has issued a statement to Uproxx regarding his departure from the company several weeks ago. You can check out Brennan’s comments below.
  In related news, WZ will be releasing an exclusive interview with Brennan later this evening, during which the former WWE announcer will be speaking more in depth about his WWE release and his future:As someone who grew up as a wrestling fan, I’m beyond appreciative to hav
  
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• Adult Film Star Files Complaint Against Bellator MMA & Viacom, ROH War of the World Recap Video, Tino Sabbatelli Wants to Headline ‘Mania

  17-05-2016 19:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Tino Sabbatelli Wants to Headline ‘Mania
  In a recent interview with The Portland Tribune, WWE NXT star Tino Sabbatelli had the following to say on his goals in WWE:“I’ve never done anything in my life to be mediocre. I told the WWE (executives) I would never accept the challenge if I didn’t think I could become the best… I believe in my heart I can headline WrestleMania one day.”ROH War of the World Recap Video
  Ring of Honor has issued the following War
  
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• Shinsuke Nakamura Talks Facing Bray Wyatt on the Upcoming WWE Japanese Tour, Comments on Possibly Facing John Cena in Hawaii

  17-05-2016 19:51 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  As noted, WWE NXT star Shinsuke Nakamura will be facing Bray Wyatt at the upcoming WWE live events at Sumo Hall in Tokyo, Japan in July.
  Nakamura is also being advertised to face John Cena at the big WWE live event on June 29th, in Honolulu, Hawaii. That event will also feature Brock Lesnar in-action.
  Read Also: John Cena Being Advertised to Face Major NXT Name for the First Time Ever in Hawaii
  Japanese wrestling reporter Enuhito has posted highlights of a recent Ja
  
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• Kazuchika Okada Talks How He Was Used in TNA, If WWE Has Made Him an Offer, Would He Ever Leave New Japan Pro Wrestling for WWE?, More

  17-05-2016 19:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  New Japan Pro Wrestling star Kazuchika Okada recently spoke with Sports Illustrated, and below are some interview highlights:
  On his overall experience in TNA:“I learned in TNA that I needed more than just a good match–I needed a character. That’s how I became the “Rainmaker.” It was good for me. TNA didn’t use me, but I got hungrier to wrestle. The struggle made me better. I was always a good wrestler. I feel like I can wrestle any
  
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• Mr. T Comments On His WWE Hall Of Fame Induction, Hogan’s Racist Comments, Possible Return?

  17-05-2016 19:35
  WWE Hall of Famer Mr. T recently appeared on Ring Rust Radio to talk about a variety of topics including his Hall of Fame induction, Hogan’s racist comments and more. Here are the highlights.
  On his induction into the WWE Hall of Fame:
  “They wanted me in for a number of years, but I wouldn’t be a part of it because it bothered me that they put Pete Rose in the Hall of Fame. He can’t even get in the baseball Hall of Fame and he isn’t a wrestler. That’s just me
  
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• AJ Styles, New Day, Sasha Banks and More Reveal If They’re Team Cap or Team Iron Man (Videos), Update on Heath Slater’s WWE Status

  17-05-2016 19:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Update on Heath Slater’s WWE Status
  After missing several recent WWE live events, Heath Slater returned to the company over the weekend, and was in the corner for matches featuring his fellow Social Outcast members Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel. Slater did not actually compete at any of the events, and his in-ring return is not yet known.
  Team Cap vs Team Iron Man
  Marvel has released several videos featuring WWE stars choosing whether they are Team Captain America or
  
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• TNA Announces Former X Division Champion Resigns With Company

  17-05-2016 19:25
  
  - TNA Wrestling announced on social media this morning that Tigre Uno has officially signed a new deal with the company. As noted, TNA re-signed fellow stars Crazzy Steve, Eli Drake, Jessie Godderz and Robbie E within the last month. Check out the following announcement below:Tigre Uno has Re-Signed with @impactwrestling #IMPACTonPop #XDivision #highflying #lucha
  A photo posted by IMPACT WRESTLING (@impactwrestling) on May 17, 2016 at 8:55am PDTThe 35-year old Tigre Uno has been with TNA since 2
  
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• Steel Cage Match Added To NXT Championship Match At TakeOver

  17-05-2016 19:17
  - NXT General Manager William Regal made an announcement during today’s contract signing that the upcoming Finn Balor and Samoa Joe NXT Championship Match will be decided in a steel cage match to ensure the safety of NXT fans.
  This match marks the third consecutive championship match between Joe and Bálor at an NXT TakeOver that goes back all the way back to NXT TakeOver: London in 2015.Check out the following announcement and contract signing below:BREAKING: Per @RealKingRegal, the
  
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• Becky Lynch On The Latest ‘UpUpDownDown’, Sammartino’s Final Signing Appearance

  17-05-2016 19:08
  
  – Bruno Sammartino is set for his final signing appearance in November. The appearance will take place on November 19th in Queens, New York at The Big Event XI.
  – Here are the latest episodes for UpUpDownDown featuring Becky Lynch:
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  The post Becky Lynch On The Latest ‘UpUpDownDown’, Sammartino’s Final Signing Appearance appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• John Cena Added to WWE Overseas Tour, WWE CFO Participating in Technology Conference, Sasha Banks & Natalya Appearance

  17-05-2016 19:05 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  John Cena Added to WWE Overseas Tour
  In addition to Roman Reigns, Kevin Owens, The New Day and Sheamus, John Cena is now being advertised for the following dates on WWE’s overseas tour in the summer:
  -Wed, Aug. 10 – Vector Arena, Auckland, New Zealand
  -Thu, Aug. 11 – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia
  -Fri, Aug. 12 – Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Hindmarsh SA, Australia
  -Sat, Aug. 13 – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydne
  
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• Vince McMahon Sells Nearly $30 Million Of WWE Stock

  17-05-2016 19:00
  
  Vince McMahon has reportedly sold 2,191,894 shares of WWE stock this week. According to an SEC document filed on Monday, the ‪#‎WWE‬ Chairman sold the shares for approximately $30 million. Vince’s ownership is currently at 48.8% of the company, the first time he hasn’t had majority shares since 1999.
  WWE issued a statement on the sale, saying it was done for personal liquidity and asset diversification purposes and that there aren’t any plans to sell the company
  
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• VIDEOS: ‘The Shining Stars’ ‘Debut’ On RAW Last Night + The Latest ‘UpUpDownDown’

  17-05-2016 19:00
  
  – Here’s the latest episode of UpUpDownDown, featuring special guest Deji:– WWE posted the following video of The Shining Stars making their re-debut under their new gimmick:
  How could you NOT want to go to Puerto Rico after seeing The #ShiningStars in action? #RAW https://t.co/fhD4ZtPs3R
  — WWE (@WWE) May 17, 2016
  100% DIRECT LINK (**NEW** CLOSE-UP PHOTOS): AJ **MAKING OUT** With Dolph Ziggler!
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• Daniel Bryan Has Ring Name Idea, Lucha Underground Preview (Exclusive Photo & Video), JR Names Potential ROH Opponents for Lesnar

  17-05-2016 18:37 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Preview This Week’s Lucha UndergroundEl Rey Network has issued the following preview for tomorrow night’s edition of Lucha Underground:CAGE IS BACK TO CLAIM WHAT WAS ONCE BELONGED TO HIM IN THE NEWEST EPISODE OF ‘LUCHA UNDERGROUND’
  WEDNESDAY, MAY 18th AT 8:00 PM ET/PT ON EL REY NETWORK
  This week on “Lucha Underground,” seven luchadors push each other to the edge for the Gift of the Gods Championship. While Pentagon Jr. continues his dark journey with the
  
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• First Details and Official Trailer Released for the New Movie “The Bet”, Starring Dallas Page, Jake Roberts, Roddy Piper and Tommy Dreamer

  17-05-2016 18:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The following press release has been issued:THE BET TEASER TRAILER IS HERE!
  New comedy out this summer with “Diamond” Dallas Page, Jake “The Snake” Roberts, Tommy Dreamer and is also the final film of “Rowdy” Roddy Piper!
  The first teaser trailer for the comedy film, The Bet is now available to view online. 
  The Bet tells the story of Denton Baker, a loser in life and love who gets into a high stakes be
  
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• TNA Announces the Re-Signing of a Former X-Division Champion

  17-05-2016 18:16 via wrestlezone.com
  
  After recently announcing the talent re-signings of Jessie Godderz, Robbie E and Crazzy Steve and Eli Drake, TNA Wrestling has announced the re-signing of former X-Division Champion Tigre Uno.
  Read Also: TNA Re-Signs Former Tag Team Champion
  Uno has been with TNA Wrestling since 2013 and is 35 years old.
   
  Tigre Uno has Re-Signed with @impactwrestling #IMPACTonPop #XDivision #highflying #lucha
  A photo posted by IMPACT WRESTLING (@impactwrestling) on May 17, 2016 at 8:55am PDTThe post
  
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• Sixth annual NWCA/FCA CEO Leadership Academy set for Edwardsville, Ill., May 17-18

  17-05-2016 18:13
  
  Tom Ryan and Gen. Billy Walker featured speakers for NWCA/FCA CEO Leadership Academy
  
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• News on Tonight’s WWE TV Tapings, Roman Reigns Returning to ESPN Tonight, ROH COO Talks WWE Not Changing Top Indy Wrestler Names

  17-05-2016 18:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
  (Photo by Ron ElkmanSports Imagery/Getty Images)Roman Reigns Returning to ESPN TonightAs we noted last night, Roman Reigns will be returning as the special guest on tonight’s ESPN Off the Top Rope segment hosted by Jonathan Coachman.News on Tonight’s TV TapingsTonight, WWE will be taping this week’s editions of Smackdown and Main Event in Greenville, SC at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena.Announced for Smackdown this week is a MizTV segment with Kevin Owens, Cesaro and Sami
  
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• Galloway vs Lashley, Last Man Standing Match and More on Impact Wrestling Tonight (Videos), John Cena and Nikki Bella Filming Total Divas

  17-05-2016 17:55 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesJohn Cena and Nikki Bella Filming Total DivasAccording to PWInsider.com, John Cena and Nikki Bella were filming scenes for either “Total Bellas” or “Total Divas” over the weekend in New York City.Galloway vs Lashley, Last Man Standing Match and More on Impact Wrestling TonightTNA has taped the following matches for tonight’s edition of Impact Wrestling:-TNA champion Drew Galloway vs. Bobby Lashley-EC3 vs. Tyrus: Last Man Standing-Jeff
  
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• ON THE AIR: WZ Daily Talking Final Build To Extreme Rules, Emma’s Back Injury, Sasha Banks’ WWE TV Status, Takeover Main Event, More

  17-05-2016 17:45 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WrestleZone Daily will be going live today at Noon EST/11 am CST. It is hosted by Nick Hausman and features Bin Hamin (aka Ben Duerr) and comedian Jamie Campbell as the co-hosts.Subscribe to WrestleZone Radio on iTunes to get ALL our audio shows FOR FREEListen in at Mixlr.com/WZRadio. Tweet questions and comments for the show using the hashtag #WZDaily. WZRadio is on MixlrYou can also listen to the full WZ Daily archives in the embedded player below: The p
  
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• William Regal Announces Major Stipulation for WWE NXT Takeover Title Match

  17-05-2016 17:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
  William Regal has made his big NXT Takeover announcement, and it is that the WWE NXT Takeover title match between Samoa Joe and Finn Balor will take place inside a steel cage. The decision to have the match in a cage is to ensure the safety of the fans during the bout.This will be the first cage match in NXT history, and you can check out the announcement below:The post William Regal Announces Major Stipulation for WWE NXT Takeover Title Match appeared first on Wrestlezone.
  
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• Update On Edge & Christian Show’s Future, Ring Of Honor Announces Glory By Honor Weekend 2016

  17-05-2016 16:47 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Update On Edge & Christian Show’s FuturePWInsider.com is reporting that there are no immediate plans to film a second season of The Edge & Christian Show following the Season Finale last night.Ring Of Honor Announce Glory By Honor Weekend 2016Ring of Honor has put out the following release announcing their Glory By Honor weekend plans for 2016:With the massive success that was GLOBAL WARS and the WAR OF THE WORLDS TOUR, Ring of Honor can’t wait to get back to Chicago and Dear
  
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• Vince McMahon Sells Nearly $40 Million In WWE Stock, Do Shane Or Stephanie Own More WWE Stock?

  17-05-2016 16:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesWWE announced yesterday in an SEC filing that Vince McMahon recently sold 2,191,894 shares of WWE stock. The worth of those shares is approximately $38-39 million. The shares represented about 6% of the company’s outstanding shares and leaves Vince with 37,080,747 shares of WWE, or 48.8% of all WWE shares. You can find the SEC filing below. It was also noted that Vince sold the shares for, “estate planning purposes for the benefit of Mr. McMahon and certain
  
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• TUNE IN: WZ Daily Is Live Today At Noon EST feat. Bin Hamin & Jamie Campbell

  17-05-2016 16:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WrestleZone Daily will be going live today at Noon EST/11 am CST. It is hosted by Nick Hausman and features Bin Hamin (aka Ben Duerr) and comedian Jamie Campbell as the co-hosts.Subscribe to WrestleZone Radio on iTunes to get ALL our audio shows FOR FREEListen in at Mixlr.com/WZRadio. Tweet questions and comments for the show using the hashtag #WZDaily. WZRadio is on MixlrYou can also listen to the full WZ Daily archives in the embedded player below: The p
  
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• John Cena & Nikki Bella Filming For Upcoming Reality Show, The Rock Training For Fast & Furious 8 (Photo)

  17-05-2016 16:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Photo Credit: Getty ImagesCena & Nikki Filming For Upcoming Reality ShowSource: PWInsider.comWWE Superstars John Cena and Nikki Bella were filming for upcoming episodes of either Total Divas or Total Bellas over the weekend in New York City.The Rock Training For Fast & Furious 8Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has posted the following photo to Facebook noting that he is in training preparing to reprise his role of Hobbs in the upcoming Fast & Furious 8:The post John Cena & N
  
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