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• Eva Marie Reportedly Expected to Part Ways With WWE After Contract Expires

  22-04-2017 23:59
  
  PWInsider reported on the latest update on the current status of Eva Marie and WWE. According to report, Eva Marie is expected to part ways with WWE after her current contract expires. Each side is reportedly staying silent on her status, since her time on Total Divas hasn’t been finished as of yet. Eva Marie is still contractually required to promote the show. Eva Marie hasn’t appeared at a WWE event since she was suspended for a WWE Wellness Policy violation back in August 2016.
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• Impact Wrestling TV Taping Results From 4/22: New Tag Team Debuts, One Night Only “Turning Point” Results, Title vs Title, More *Spoilers*

  22-04-2017 22:27 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Thanks to MrEddyG for sending in the following results from today’s Impact Wrestling tapings in Orlando:
  Xplosion match:Marshae Rockett vs Mahabali Shera (Dave Penzer is doing ring introductions again. Marshae kept trying to hide behind referee Stifler for some reason & at one point pushed him into an oncoming Shera who he barely managed to avoid. Brian finally had enough & DQ’d Rockett. WINNER: Mahabali Shera.
  2. Idris Abraham vs Desmond Xavier. Desmond gets the win. Good X
  
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• WWE Star Challenges Braun Strowman to a Dumpster Match on Raw, Kurt Angle Makes the Match Official

  22-04-2017 22:22 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE star Kalisto, who was the victim of Braun Strowman’s backstage tirade last week, has challenged Strowman to a Dumpster Match on WWE Raw Monday night:Monsters have weaknesses Braun, you are no monster. I challenge you to a dumpster match. Then I’ll reveal the kind of monster trash you are.
  — KALISTO (@KalistoWWE) April 22, 2017
  It’s about the size of the fight in the dog… U want it @KalistoWWE, U got it. Brau
  
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• CM Punk At C2E2, Comments On Drax Comic Book, If He Is Writing Anymore Drax Comics, And More (Photos)

  22-04-2017 21:56 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  CM Punk At C2E2
  CM Punk is at C2E2 at took the stage to answer some questions. Punk commented on his Drax comic book and apparently made several jokes about it. He also said that he is no longer going to write Drax comic books. You can see  photos below:.@CMPunk is taking the @Twitch Live Stage right now. He took a minute to shake hands and chat w/ some powerful rangers… pic.twitter.com/lQleNptzyK
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• WATCH: Matt Hardy Does Full “Broken” Gimmick at House of Hardcore Event

  22-04-2017 19:41 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  As seen in the video below, Matt Hardy appeared at last night’s House of Hardcore event and assumed the full “Broken” character. Matt has been teasing elements of the Broken character on WWE TV, and as we previously reported WWE does have plans to feature the gimmick at some point in the future.
  Hardy was originally scheduled to face Tommy Dreamer last night, however the match never got underway as The Spirit Squad attacked Hardy before the match and th
  
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• What To Do Next With Braun Strowman For A Feud, NXT Storylines, Connor’s Cure Benefit Show Outside Pittsburgh

  22-04-2017 19:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Connor’s Cure
  There will be an independent wrestling show tonight where all the proceeds go to Connor’s Cure. The show has a 6pm bell time. Tickets can be purchased at the door and there will also be special items from the Steelers and others up for auction.
  The event is at the Yough Senior High School located at 919 Lowber Rd, Herminie, PA 15637-1226. Click here for the event.
  Braun Strowman & NXT
  This second of four CSR videos starts off wit
  
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• The Things That Stop Me Sleeping (4/22/17)

  22-04-2017 19:20
  
  The big things never bother me. Rather, the big talking points never keep me awake. I’m pretty sure this is because they’ve been talked about, at length and for better or worse, I’m at peace with the matters. That’s not to say some of the bigger issues don’t cause me to rack my brain until the early hours, but the likes of Roman Reigns being decimated or the Superstar Shake-up don’t keep me awake the way that the odd finish to the Club vs. Enzo and Cass match,
  
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• Mauro Ranallo Parts Ways With WWE

  22-04-2017 19:01
  
  It’s official. WWE Smackdown and 205 Live commentator Mauro Ranallo is no longer with the company. He joined WWE in December 2015 and has not been part of the broadcast team since March 7.
  Ranallo spoke with Newsweek and denied reports that his departure was due to the JBL bullying allegations.
  “WWE and I have mutually agreed to part ways. It has nothing to do with JBL.”
  Additionally, a WWE spokesperson also confirmed Ranallo’s departure from the company, but he will rema
  
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• Eric Bischoff Weighs In On The Potential Conflict Between Matt Hardy & WWE Over His ‘Broken Universe’

  22-04-2017 19:00 via wrestlezone.com
  
  The latest episode of former WCW President Eric Bischoff’s podcast Bischoff on Wrestling was released this past Wednesday! A brand new episode will be released this Wednesday.
  You can find some of Eric’s comments from it transcribed below.
  Subscribe to Bischoff on Wrestling on iTunes
  On Matt Hardy potentially bringing his “Broken Universe” to WWE:EB: I don’t think it’s the grittiness of the presentation that’s going to
  
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• Finn Balor Working WWE Live Events Again

  22-04-2017 18:51
  
  Finn Balor made a return to house shows as he worked a Raw brand event last night in Rapid City, South Dakota. He took on Jinder Mahal and defeated him. He has been on concussion protocol since April 10, when he suffered the injury in a match with Jinder Mahal on Raw.
  The post Finn Balor Working WWE Live Events Again appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• New Report of JBL Harassing Someone Until They Cried

  22-04-2017 18:45
  
  A new incident has surfaced of JBL harassing a WWE employee until they broke down in tears. He gave this person a hard time for missing several shows following minor surgery. This individual also was dealing with a recent loss to a close family member. It’s being reported this individual was Lilian Garcia.
  Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter
  The post New Report of JBL Harassing Someone Until They Cried appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• WWE Officials Were Aware of JBL Bullying Ranallo

  22-04-2017 18:43
  
  WWE officials knew beforehand that JBL would lash out on Mauro Ranallo on the “Bring it to the Table” episode on the WWE Network. The proof of this is that officials would’ve edited out his offensive words if this was not part of JBL’s script. Instead the company continued to air and promote the show even after it happened.
  Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter
  The post WWE Officials Were Aware of JBL Bullying Ranallo appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Trailer Released for Chyna Documentary

  22-04-2017 18:33
  
  Angra Media released the official trailer for the Chyna documentary that was being filmed shortly before her death.
  By fatefully capturing her final year, this documentary reveals the tragic struggles behind the fame of notorious celebrity & beloved feminist icon, Chyna.The post Trailer Released for Chyna Documentary appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Impact Wrestling spoilers from 4/21 taping

  22-04-2017 18:28
  
  Thanks to TheRogueFan and SirOwenDisney on Twitter for the following recap from last night’s Impact Wrestling taping:
  David Penzer is back tonight as ring announcer.
  Josh Mathews out with Scott D’Amore & Pat Kenney. There is also a lawyer with them. Josh tells JB Impact won’t allow bully announcers. JB is removed and suspended from Impact. Josh tells him to leave through the idiots in the crowd. Josh then joins Pope at the announce table.
  Matt Sydal pinned Trevor Lee (
  
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• Finn Balor Returns to the Road, Zack Ryder Recalls His First WWE Match, Watch John Cena vs Rusev at WWE Payback 2015 (Videos)

  22-04-2017 18:25 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Finn Balor Returns to the Road
  WWE Raw star Finn Balor is back on the road with WWE after suffering a mild concussion on last week’s Raw.
  Watch Cena vs Rusev at Payback
  In the following video, then-United States Champion John Cena defends his title against the Bulgarian Brute Rusev in an “I Quit” Match at WWE Payback 2015:Zack Ryder Recalls His First WWE Match
  Zack Ryder takes a trip down memory lane by looking at the 12-year anniversa
  
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• From ‘The Animal’ to ‘Drax’: Batista’s rise to Hollywood Stardom

  22-04-2017 18:13
  
  Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2 (hdqwalls.com (2016)“But regardless of who Drax encounters moving forward, Bautista can be relied upon to continue delivering as one of the MCU’s breakout characters”. – screenrant.com (2017)
  Marvel’s, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2 (2017) is set to release in theatres around the world and audiences are eagerly anticipating this second instalment of Marvel’s unlikely blockbuster. When Guardians of the Galaxy released in 2014, it wa
  
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• Mauro Ranallo and WWE Officially Part Ways, Ranallo and WWE Issue Statements, JBL Apologizes For “Misconstrued” Comments

  22-04-2017 17:54 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  According to Newsweek.com, WWE Smackdown Live commentator Mauro Ranallo has officially parted ways with WWE.
  In a statement released to Newsweek, Ranallo had the following to say on his departure, and rumors that it was related to issues with fellow Smackdown commentator JBL:
  “WWE and I have mutually agreed to part ways. It has nothing to do with JBL.”
  Speculation about Layfield’s involvement in the drama led to angry WWE fans tweeting, and trending,
  
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• Ric Flair Explains His Side of the Story Involving Him Being Kicked Out of an Indiana Bar

  22-04-2017 17:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  As noted, WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair was recently kicked out of a Fort Wayne, Indiana bar for allegedly harassing the bartender.
  Flair appeared on yesterday’s edition of ESPN’s Dan LeBatard Show and had the following to say on the incident:
  “I walked in, said to the guy, ‘will you please put on the golf tournament?’ It’s only the Masters, right? He said, ‘what do you think this is, a sports bar?’ I didn’t
  
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• Update on Eva Marie’s WWE Status, Dash Wilder Has His Jaw Wired Shut (Photo), Impact Wrestling Stars Off This Week’s TV Tapings

  22-04-2017 17:28 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Update on Eva Marie’s WWE Status
  According to PWInsider.com, it appears as if Eva Marie will not be returning to WWE once her contract expires. Both Marie and WWE have remained quiet about her status due to her still being a part of Total Divas and having to promote that show. However, unless things change, it appears as if Marie will not be returning to WWE once Total Divas concludes. Marie has not appeared at a WWE live event since being suspended bac
  
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• Top 10 WWE Stars Who Have Broken the Ring, Promo for The Veterans of War Impact Debut (Videos), News on WWE NXT TV Tapings

  22-04-2017 16:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
  News on WWE NXT TV Tapings
  Tickets for the NXT TV tapings at Full Sail University on May 25th are now on sale, and as of this writing several hundred tickets are still available.
  Promo for The Veterans of War Impact Debut
  Below is a promo video for the Impact Wrestling debut of The Veterans of War, a new tag team consisting of Mayweather, aka Crimson, and Wilcox. The team will debut on next week’s Impact Wrestling:Top 10 WWE Stars Who Have Broken the Ring
  WWE has released the following vi
  
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• Latest Episodes Of WZ Radio’s NXT & Impact Rebellions Now Available!

  22-04-2017 08:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
  WrestleZone Radio is proud to release the latest episodes of NXT & Impact Rebellion!
  You can find embedded players for both above and full previews for both below.
  Subscribe to WrestleZone Radio on iTunes
  Jamie Campbell is back with the latest NXT Rebellion and breaks down the past couple weeks of NXT & other professional wrestling news, including:
  Why Vince should embrace the Broken Hardy gimmick even though he doesn’t understand it.
  Why Kimberly Frankele may just be the next bre
  
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• NJPW Road to Wrestling Dontaku (4/22) Live Early Saturday Morning; Kenny Omega & Bad Luck Fale vs Kazuchika Okada & Tomohiro Ishii

  22-04-2017 03:59 via wrestlezone.com
  
  New Japan Pro Wrestling returns to Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan this Saturday for the Road to Wrestling Dontaku. The show will be broadcast live on New Japan World, featuring matches setting up major bouts at Wrestling Tokyo Province on April 29, and Wrestling Dontaku on May 3.
  Saturday’s show will start at 5:30 a.m. EST. Because it is a Road To event (basically a more story-driven house show), Wrestlezone will have complete results later in the day.
  NJPW Road to Wrestling Dontaku
  Koraku
  
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• Impact Wrestling TV Taping Results From 4/21: Title Change, GFW Titles Defended, Big Debut and More *Spoilers*

  22-04-2017 03:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Impact Wrestling taped segments for two episodes of television this Friday at the Impact Zone in Orlando, FL as the company continues to build towards their annual Slammiversary event on July 2nd. It’s not yet clear exactly when these episodes will air, and segments may be moved around going forward; we’ll update this page as more information becomes available.
  Xplosion: KM def. Jake Holmes
  Xplosion: Andrew Everett def. Chris Silvio
  – Josh Matthews kicks off the show with some
  
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• Impact Wrestling Television Taping Results From 4/21 *Spoilers*

  22-04-2017 03:29 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Impact Wrestling taped segments for two episodes of television this Friday at the Impact Zone in Orlando, FL as the company continues to build towards their annual Slammiversary event on July 2nd. It’s not yet clear exactly when these episodes will air, and segments may be moved around going forward; we’ll update this page as more information becomes available.
  Xplosion: KM def. Jake Holmes
  – Josh Matthews kicks off the show with some HR representatives and informs Jeremy Bora
  
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• AJ Lee on What She Misses Most About Wrestling, CM Punk in UFC & More From C2E2, Wrestlezone Explores the C2E2 Showroom Floor (Video)

  22-04-2017 02:44 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  AJ Lee Talks Wrestling at C2E2
  Wrestlezone’s Nick Hausman is live at the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2) this weekend, and had the opportunity to attend former WWE Superstar AJ Lee’s panel promoting her new book, Crazy is My Superpower. Below are just a few highlights from the panel, and we’ll have a lot more AJ Lee content coming soon, as well as interviews, showroom footage and more from this weekend’s convention..@AJBr
  
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• Gallows and Anderson on the Birth of Southpaw Regional Wrestling, Winning the Tag Team Titles, Their Ladder Match at WrestleMania

  22-04-2017 02:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Former WWE Tag-Team Champions Gallows & Anderson were the recent guest on the “Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast”, which you can listen to in full at this link. Below are some interview highlights:
  You had to be pumped that you were going to be tag-team champions of the world like it was Gallows and Anderson winning one week and losing the next, and then suddenly it’s like, we’ll put the red and silver belts on you.
  Anderson: It was cool, but som
  
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• Asuka surpasses Goldberg’s undefeated streak

  22-04-2017 02:23
  
  Asuka has surpassed Goldberg’s 155-win streak from WCW. 155 is the real number even though WCW claimed that he was 173-0 before losing to Kevin Nash at Starrcade 98. As of this past weekend, she had 163 consecutive matches in WWE and has yet to be defeated. It hasn’t been played up on NXT other than a few mentions of her not losing a match yet.
  Asuka is scheduled to defend the NXT Women’s Championship at NXT Takeover: Chicago on 5/20. A battle royal was held at the recent NXT t
  
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• SPOILER: Former WWE star headed to Impact Wrestling?

  22-04-2017 02:22
  
  At last night’s Impact Wrestling tapings, Jeremy Borash told fans that a name from the past would be in the Impact Zone on Friday night. Borash said that this person has not been seen in the Impact Zone since Victory Road 05 (I think he meant 04 because there was no Victory Road show in 05).
  The belief is that this person is Matt Sydal (the former Evan Bourne in WWE). There were rumors last week that Impact was interested in him and he just started following Impact Wrestling on Twitter. Sy
  
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• Ric Flair addresses recent Indiana bar incident

  22-04-2017 02:21
  
  It was reported earlier this month that WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair was kicked out of an Indiana bar after Flair called a bartender a “fat ass.”
  Flair recently appeared on the Dan Le Batard show on ESPN Radio to clear the air about the situation. He said that he walked in and told the bartender to put the golf tournament on the TV (The Masters). The bartender asked him if he thinks this is a sports bar in which Flair responded to the man by saying that he didn’t say it was a sp
  
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• “Fate of the Furious” spinoff movie involving The Rock in the works, Nikki Bella on planning her wedding

  22-04-2017 02:20
  
  – It appears that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson will be getting a “Fate of the Furious” spinoff movie. According to Deadline.com, Universal is planning a spinoff movie which will focus on the characters played by Johnson and Statham. The movie will likely center around The Rock’s character Luke Hobbs forming an unlikely alliance with Statham’s character Decker Shaw. It is still in the early stages and will be written by Chris Morgan, who wrote “Fate of
  
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• Eric Bischoff Reflects This Year’s HOF Ceremony, Women’s Revolution, More

  22-04-2017 02:08
  
  – Eric Bischoff recently joined Main Event Radio to discuss a wide variety of topics, they sent us these highlights:
  Returning to WWE for the Hall of Fame Ceremony:
  “It was a lot of fun. You get to meet so many people who are behind the camera. They have such a hard-working loyal, professional and dedicated staff. I was probably just as excited to see people who work behind the scenes as those in front of the camera. The woman who handles travel who has been there for 31 years. The p
  
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