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• Watch Former ROH Star Make NXT Debut (Video), Io Shirai’s WWE Debut Delayed, Johnny Mundo on Benoit Kicking Miz Out of WWE Locker Room

  25-06-2017 21:51 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Io Shirai’s WWE Debut Delayed
  Former World of Stardom Champion Io Shirai was expected to start with WWE soon, however she revealed in a recent blog entry that she is dealing with a neck injury. As a result, Shirai will be evaluated again in July, and her WWE status will then be determined.
  Dave Meltzer added on Wrestling Observer Radio that Shirai’s injury was discovered while she was undergoing WWE medical testing, and while she might not be starting with WWE anytime soon, she is e
  
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• Alberto Del Rio and Paige Reportedly Break Up

  25-06-2017 21:35 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  According to SEScoops.com, WWE star Paige and her fiancee Alberto El Patron, broke up last night while in Orlando.
  The report claims the couple “had a blowup that resulted in Alberto calling off their relationship.”
  Last month it was speculated that the couple planned to get married this July, and they first went public with their relationship back in May of 2016.
  It should be noted that Paige posted photos on social media earlier in the day yesterday,
  
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• Why Seth Rollins Replaced Shinsuke Nakamura at WWE Live Event, Former TNA Knockout on TLC Show, Sasha Banks at BET Experience (Videos)

  25-06-2017 21:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Why Seth Rollins Replaced Shinsuke Nakamura at WWE Live Event
  As noted, Seth Rollins vs Jinder Mahal headlined last night’s WWE live event in Vancouver. Rollins replaced Shinsuke Nakamura at the event, and WWE announced prior to the show that Nakamura could not appear as he had issues crossing the border into Canada.
  Former Knockouts Champion on TLC Show
  As seen in the trailer below, former TNA Knockout Brooke Adams and her fiance, Weston Wayne Piper, will b
  
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• Bruce Prichard On The Undertaker’s WWE Debut, Impact Wrestling, More

  25-06-2017 20:32
  
  – Bruce Prichard recently appeared as a guest on The Two Man Power Trip Of Wrestling Podcast for an interview, these sent us the following highlights:
  On what Slammiversary XV means to the future of Impact Wrestling:“I’ve got to tell you that I am more excited looking at Slammiversary as the first day of IMPACT Wrestling’s life. Just looking back on the last 15 years of TNA there is a lot of history and a lot of people didn’t think it would last 15 years and it is m
  
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• Eric Bischoff Agrees w/ Al Snow Telling Fans To ‘Stop Being Pseudo Experts’; Compares Pro Wrestling To Magic

  25-06-2017 20:31 via wrestlezone.com
  
  The latest episode of former WCW President Eric Bischoff’s podcast Bischoff on Wrestling was released just now! It features a very candid interview between Eric and Ring of Honor COO Joe Koff.
  You can find a portion of Eric’s comments regarding the blowback Al Snow got recently for tweeting wrestling fans to ‘stop being pseudo experts’ transcribed below.
  Eric’s full, in-depth comments can be heard in the embedded audio player at t
  
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• Bobby Roode On Changing His Look For WWE

  25-06-2017 20:25
  
  – NXT World Champion Bobby Roode recently appeared as a guest on E&C’s Pod Of Awesomeness, check out the highlight below:
  “There was a time I had bleach blonde [hair],” Roode told Edge and Christian. “For a period of time, I wore bleach blonde hair. I had a nice purple cape. Actually, I made Velocity, so that footage is out there. So honestly, the craziest thing is, like, I wanted to be a part of the WWE so bad, I wanted to be a part of the business so bad, that
  
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• Becky Lynch On A First-Ever Women’s Royal Rumble

  25-06-2017 20:23
  
  – WWE Superstar Becky Lynch recently spoke with Amarillo Globe-News for an interview, check out the highlights below:
  On a women’s Royal Rumble match:“I think there will definitely be a time where the women get their own Royal Rumble. When you look at the fact that in July there is the Mae Young Classic taking place between 32 women. Then you have the women in NXT and the women on both brands. I think it’s a year or two away from having our own Royal Rumble, then maybe ou
  
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• Austin Aries On Signing With WWE, Announcing Events, More

  25-06-2017 20:17
  – NXT Superstar Austin Aries recently appeared as a guest on “Ring Rust Radio,” check out the highlights below:
  On signing with WWE and his interesting in a full-time announcer role:“The signing process [with WWE] can be a little drawn out obviously. From initial contact and finding if there’s interest and having some meetings, where you fit in, what the opportunity is, and then being such a large entity there’s a lot of paperwork and stuff involved with backg
  
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• Abyss On His Journey With Impact, Hall Of Fame, Dixie Carter, More

  25-06-2017 20:14
  
  – Impact Wrestling star Abyss recently spoke with “Main Event Radio” for an interview, check out the highlights below:
  On being involved in every Slammiversary event:“I sit back all the time and think on it. It’s been an incredible journey. I’ve been fortunate to have the longevity. To be part of every Slammiversary; every year becomes more and more special to me. I’m really proud and excited about it. In a business where you don’t always get longe
  
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• Watch John Cena vs Sabu, Weird Russian WWE Commercials (Videos), Chris Jericho Recalls Hogan Match

  25-06-2017 19:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Uploads John Cena vs Sabu Clip (Video)
  WWE have uploaded a brief clip of the John Cena vs Sabu Extreme Rules Lumberjack match from Vengeance 2006. Their brief yet entertaining feud made some fans look upon Cena in a new light, with the leader of the Cenation coming off the back of a big loss to Rob Van Dam at One Night Stand.Weird Russian WWE Commercials
  The following video has been posted by a YouTube user, and it features odd and funny WWE commercials whic
  
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• Impact Wrestling Star Suffers Bad Injury, The Revival Featured On Canvas 2 Canvas (Video)

  25-06-2017 19:13 via wrestlezone.com
  
  TNA Superstar Suffers Bad Injury
  As revealed by fellow superstar Nick “Magnus” Aldis on social media, Bram suffered a nasty injury last night in Rome. The details of the incident have not yet been revealed, but as you can see Magnus confirmed that he was being prepped for surgery.Tom (Bram) was injured last night in Rome. He unfortunately won’t be able to appear tonight in Plymouth… He’s a warrior & will be ok. pic.twitter.com/nOFkmlgpkm
  — Nick Aldis (@R
  
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• Chris Jericho Facing Top NXT Star at WWE Japan Event, Former Divas Champion Turns 39, Vince McMahon – Ruthless Aggression Video

  25-06-2017 18:58 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Vince McMahon – Ruthless Aggression Video
  WWE has released the following video, featuring Mr. McMahon revealing the one ingredient that made him a success: Ruthless Aggression. He demands to see that trait from the Raw roster:Former Divas Champion Turns 39
  Today is the 39th birthday of former WWE Divas Champion Layla:Happy birthday to former #DivasChampion & #WomensChampion, @laylayel! #HappyBirthdayLayla
  A post shared by WWE (@wwe) on Jun 25, 2017 at 7:
  
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• Injured WWE Star Returns at Live Event, Footage of Seth Rollins vs Jinder Mahal, WWE Announcer Finished with NXT

  25-06-2017 18:52 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Announcer Finished with NXT
  With Mauro Ranallo returning to WWE to join the NXT announce team, Smackdown Live announcer Tom Phillips has announced he is finished with the NXT brand:It has been one of the great joys of my career to be a part of NXT since 2012. I am eternally grateful for the opportunity!
  — Tom Phillips (@TomPhillipsWWE) June 23, 2017Footage of Seth Rollins vs Jinder Mahal
  As noted, WWE Raw star Seth Rollins worked last night’s Smack
  
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• Why An American Badass Return For The Undertaker Makes Complete Sense

  25-06-2017 17:48 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  The Undertaker’s emotional display at WrestleMania 33, which saw him leave his gloves, hat and coat in the center of the ring, certainly made it seem like the Deadman was announcing his retirement. He had main-evented the iconic show for the fourth time in his career, had Jim Ross on commentary for the match and bowed out on his back in his selfless old school fashion. Moreover, he reportedly followed that up with much-needed hip surgery — a surgery he had bee
  
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• Jay White on Finn Balor Getting Him Into the NJPW Training Dojo, The Dojo’s Difficult Training Program

  25-06-2017 17:44 via wrestlezone.com
  
  ROH and NJPW star Jay White recently spoke to ESPN and below are some interview highlights:
  What it was like at the NJPW dojo:
  “I had no idea what I was gonna be doing there, and I didn’t even know how long I was gonna be there, at first. I managed to find out just before I went there that it was going to be four months. I had no idea if I was going to be training, if I was going to have any matches …didn’t think I’d get paid or anything. But I turned up ther
  
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• Video of Hulk Hogan Beach Shop Signing, Wade Barrett at Indy Event (Videos), Championship Wrestling From Hollywood Airing Tonight

  25-06-2017 17:38 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Hulk Hogan Does Beach Shop Signing
  Hulk Hogan did an autograph signing at Hogan’s Beach Shop Orlando yesterday, and below is footage of the appearance:Wade Barrett Makes Indy Appearance
  As seen in the video below, former WWE star Wade Barrett made an appearance at a WrestlePro event earlier this year:Championship Wrestling From Hollywood Airing Tonight
  Tonight at 7pm EST, The FITE App will be airing a new episode of Championship Wrestling From Hollywood.
  
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• WWE Vancouver Live Event Results (6/24): Raw’s Seth Rollins Appears and Faces Jinder Mahal, Owens vs Zayn, Corbin vs Dillinger, More (Photos)

  25-06-2017 17:36 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Vancouver Live Event Results
  June 24th, 2017
  Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
  Results courtesy of PWInsider
  Last night saw SmackDown Live’s latest house show emanate from Rogers Arena in Vancouver, with Raw superstar Seth Rollins providing the shock of the evening by appearing at a blue brand event.
  The Usos defeated Breezango & The New Day via pinfall
  Luke Harper defeated Aiden English via pinfall
  American Alpha, Mojo Rawley &
  
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• Kevin Owens Loves Fans Hating Nakamura’s Nickname, Brock Lesnar Added to WWE Live Event, WWE Sent Cease and Desist Over New T-Shirt

  25-06-2017 17:30 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Brock Lesnar Added to WWE Live Event
  Before the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit closes, WWE will be holding its final live event at the venue on July 29th, and Brock Lesnar is now being advertised to appear.
  WWE Sent Cease and Desist Over New T-Shirt
  Big E noted on Twitter that New Day was sent a cease and desist over their new Run DMC inspired t-shirt:Enjoy it. Run DMC sent a cease and desist a while back. They don’t play. https://t.
  
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• Lavar Ball Reportedly In Talks to Appear on WWE Raw in Los Angeles

  25-06-2017 17:22 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  According to Pro Wrestling Sheet, Big Baller Brand’s Lavar Ball has been in talks with WWE to appear on Raw when it airs live from Los Angeles.
  As seen in the video below, a Reddit user watched Ball’s son Lonzo at the NBA Draft shortly before he was drafted to the Los Angeles Lakers, and during the video it appears Lavar is interested in making some sort of WWE appearance:The post Lavar Ball Reportedly In Talks to Appear on WWE Raw in Los Angeles a
  
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• Becky Lynch on a Possible Women’s Royal Rumble, Who She Likes to Watch Wrestle in WWE, Wanting to Break James Ellsworth’s Arm

  25-06-2017 17:11 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  WWE Smackdown Live star Becky Lynch recently spoke to the Amarillo Globe-News and below are some interview highlights:
  A women’s Royal Rumble:
  “I think there will definitely be a time where the women get their own Royal Rumble. When you look at the fact that in July there is the Mae Young Classic taking place between 32 women. Then you have the women in NXT and the women on both brands. I think it’s a year or two away from having our
  
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• Latest WWE Fury Shows Superstars Being Swatted (Video), WWE Announces Overseas Tour

  25-06-2017 16:46 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Latest WWE Fury Shows Superstars Being Swatted (Video)
  The latest edition of WWE Fury has been uploaded to the company’s YouTube channel, and it features superstars being swatted out of mid-air whilst attempting moves from the top rope. The most notable entry is Shawn Michaels’ legendary delivery of sweet chin music to Shelton Benjamin.WWE Announces Overseas Tour
  WWE have officially announced that they will be returning to Australia & New Zealand for a tour this September. They
  
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• Mauro Ranallo Impresses During MMA Event, Goldberg Set For UK Tour (Video)

  25-06-2017 16:26 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Mauro Ranallo Impresses During MMA Event
  The newest addition to the NXT commentary team Mauro Ranallo continues to impress the sporting world outside of professional wrestling. The former SmackDown Live commentator called the Bellator NYC pay per view last night, with many fans praising his work on social media. Ranallo will re-appear on WWE television over the coming weeks on NXT.
  Goldberg Set For UK Tour (Video)
  Former Universal Champion Goldberg is set for his
  
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• Steve Austin Not Happy with the Creative Direction of Lana, Says That Titles ‘Deserve Better’

  25-06-2017 05:24 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Somehow, Lana has been able to acquire two SmackDown Live Women’s Championship opportunities without winning a single match of her in-ring career on television. While JBL painted a picture during and after her title match against Naomi that made Lana look like Lita, there were obviously many areas of improvement that spectators saw during the match.
  One person who is not a proponent of Lana’s overall direction is Steve Austin, and he had this to s
  
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• Daniel Bryan Congratulates Cody Rhodes on Winning ROH Title, Teases Future Match After His WWE Contract Expires

  25-06-2017 03:33 via wrestlezone.com
  
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  Daniel Bryan sent out some love to former WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes, who defeated Christopher Daniels to become the new ROH World Champion on Friday night. The Smackdown Live general manager also teased that he might “come after” the international independent star if he manages to retain the belt for the next 462 days.
  Bryan, one of the true founding fathers of Ring of Honor and a former world champion in his own right, has been outspoken about his
  
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• Rosemary On Her Impact Wrestling Feud with The Hardys, Ric Flair Being an Inspiration, Dealing with Changes in Impact Ownership

  25-06-2017 03:07 via wrestlezone.com
  
  Impact Wrestling Knockouts Champion Rosemary recently spoke with The Mirror and below are some interview highlights:
  Feud against The Hardys and Rebecca Hardy:
  “It was completely different but something I definitely got excited about, because it was so different and we were pushing boundaries and trying new things. That in itself was a challenge and I like to believe I perform best under pressure. One of the greatest pressures is doing something that is perhaps unfamiliar territory,
  
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• WWE NXT Star Busted Open At Tapings (Photos)

  25-06-2017 00:27
  
  – During night’s WWE NXT TV tapings, Hideo Itami was busted open after taking an uppercut from Oney Lorcan. We expect the match to air on June 28th or July 5th. The match was stopped but then finished later, the ring mat had to be changed due to the amount of blood.
  Check out the photo of Itami in the ring and after the show:Ref waved it off pic.twitter.com/TjZWgqUet2
  — JJ Williams (@JJWilliamsWON) June 23, 2017
  Thank you #nxtfullsail #BoneToRun pic.twitter.com/LkBn8K4i5e
  &mdas
  
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• WWE Loading Up Card For Final Joe Louis Arena Event

  25-06-2017 00:05
  
  – WWE will be adding Universal champion Brock Lesnar to the final event at the legendary Joe Louis Arena on July 29th.
  The Smackdown Live event is advertising WWE champion Jinder Mahal, AJ Styles, Randy Orton, Bray Wyatt, Dean Ambrose, Dolph Ziggler, The Miz, Baron Corbin, Becky Lynch, Alexa Bliss, Apollo Crews, American Alpha and The Usos.
  The Joe Louis Arena opened in 1979 and is slated to be torn down.
  The post WWE Loading Up Card For Final Joe Louis Arena Event appeared first on ProWre
  
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