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• NXT Nashville Live Event Results (2/3): Gargano & LeRae vs Almas & Vega, Aleister Black vs Velveteen Dream & More! (Photos)

  04-02-2018 22:45 via mandatory.com
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  NXT Nashville Live Event Results
  February 3rd, 2018
  Nashville, Tennessee
  Results courtesy of PWInsider
  NXT continues to grow and grow, with their latest live event last night featuring a huge mixed tag main event in Nashville.
  No Way Jose defeated Cezar Bononi
  Shayna Baszler & Lacey Evans defeated Nikki Cross & Dakota Kai
  Roderick Strong defeated Kassius Ohno
  Sanity defeated Undisputed Era
  Aleister Black defeate
  
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• WWE Lincoln Live Event Results (2/3): Roman Reigns & Seth Rollins vs Elias & The Bar, Big Women’s Tag Team Match & More! (Photos)

  04-02-2018 22:24 via mandatory.com
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  WWE Lincoln Live Event Results
  February 3rd, 2018
  Lincoln, Nebraska
  Results courtesy of Wrestling Inc
  The Raw crew travelled to Nebraska last night in order to put on a solid house show, which was main evented by an entertaining handicap match.
  Finn Balor defeated Bo Dallas The Revival defeated Rhyno & Heath SlaterBraun Strowman defeated Heath SlaterLuke Gallows & Karl Anderson defeated Apollo Crews & Titus O’NeilMatt Hardy defeated B
  
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• Shayna Baszler Predicts Ronda Rousey’s WWE Future, Bludgeon Brothers Feature On Canvas 2 Canvas (Videos)

  04-02-2018 22:02 via mandatory.com
  RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – MARCH 19: UFC Middleweight Fighter interacts with media during the Ultimate Media Day at the Pestana Hotel on March 19, 2015 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
  Shayna Baszler Predicts Ronda Rousey’s WWE Future (Video)
  NXT superstar Shayna Baszler has given her thoughts on how Ronda Rousey will fare in a WWE ring. Baszler, who challenged for the NXT Women’s Championship at the latest Takeover, is a memb
  
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• NXT Takeover New Orleans Main Event Changed Amidst Uncertainty Surrounding Top Star’s Status *Spoiler*

  04-02-2018 22:02
  As we noted following this past Friday night’s NXT TV tapings in Atlanta, the main event of NXT Takeover New Orleans will see Andrade “Cien” Almas defend the NXT Title against Aleister Black.
  According to Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Radio, the original plan in NXT was for Almas to defend the NXT Title against Lars Sullivan, however those plans were changed and now there is much speculation regarding Sullivan’s NXT status.
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• Booker T Hopes Tom Brady Gets Hit Hard During Super Bowl LII ; “Take That Sucka Out”

  04-02-2018 22:00
  WWE Hall of Famer Booker T has some interesting thoughts on this Sunday’s big game, in particular when it comes to New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, who is about to start in his 8th Super Bowl.
  During the latest edition of his podcast Heated Conversations, Booker claims the 40-year-old QB is being protected by the NFL and wants to see him go through a little “adversity” during Sunday’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles. And by “adversity” he means
  
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• Two Major Things We Learned From the 2018 WWE Royal Rumble PPV

  04-02-2018 21:44
  Last week saw the 31st annual Royal Rumble take place in Philadelphia, and it was undoubtedly a historic event for WWE. Not only was it the first event to feature two Royal Rumble matches, it was headlined by the first ever Women’s Royal Rumble match.
  The PPV itself highlighted a lot about the state of WWE, and while it definitely was a positive evening – not everything left us feeling satisfied. On that note, let’s take a look at everything we learned from the Royal Rumble.
  Th
  
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• On This Day In 1989: The Mega Powers Explode

  04-02-2018 21:07 via mandatory.com
  (Photo by Heather Kennedy/Getty Images for SXSW)
  When we look back on the history of WWE, there are some iconic moments that stand out above the rest. It’s no coincidence that many of them involve Hulk Hogan, with one, in particular, taking place 29 years ago today. The location was Milwaukee and the show was ‘The Main Event’, as Randy Savage finally turned to the dark side and attacked his Mega Powers teammate Hulk Hogan.
  RELATED: Diamond Dallas Page Says WWE Should Bring
  
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• ‘Jumanji’ Reaches Yet Another Big Milestone, Josh Barnett On How He Thinks Ronda Rousey Will Do in WWE

  04-02-2018 20:49
  Josh Barnett, the voice of NJPW on AXS TV and former UFC star, recently spoke with ESPN and had the following to say when asked how he thinks Ronda Rousey will do in WWE:
  “Wrestling is difficult — it is not just about doing moves and running around, and creating high spots,” Barnett said. “It’s so much more subtle than that. I think that you can get by doing stuff to make the monkey toy clap [the cymbals], so to speak. But that’s not going to hold [the audienc
  
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• Which WWE Stars Are Rooting for The Patriots Or The Eagles On Super Bowl Sunday?

  04-02-2018 20:30
  Today is Super Bowl Sunday in Minnesota, and the 52nd iteration of the big game will feature The New England Patriots defending their Title against The Philadelphia Eagles.
  Numerous WWE stars have pledged their support for the two teams, as seen below:#FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/607z2SpPGy
  — Samoa Joe (@SamoaJoe) February 4, 2018
  Start your day with a Batman mug and proper attire! #SB52 #Eagles pic.twitter.com/2iPKpoKiKD
  — Drew Gulak (@DrewGulak) February 4, 2018
  If this does not m
  
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• Stephanie McMahon & John Cena Back The New England Patriots Ahead Of Super Bowl LII

  04-02-2018 20:10 via mandatory.com
  TODAY — Pictured: John Cena and Nikki Bella on Monday, August 21, 2017 — (Photo by: Nathan Congleton/NBC)
  While some superstars may be siding with the Philadelphia Eagles this year, there are some loyal Patriots fans out there in the WWE Universe. Three of the most notable ones that stick out are Stephanie McMahon, Kofi Kingston & of course John Cena. The trio has voiced their support for New England ahead of Super Bowl 52 tonight, as the Patriots aim to win their sixth SB title
  
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• Full Card & Viewing Info for NJPW Road To New Beginning

  04-02-2018 20:00 via mandatory.com
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  New Japan Pro Wrestling will present Road To New Beginning on 2/5 at 4:30am on NJPWWorld.com. All of the stars of NJPW are set to do battle, and the main event will see CHAOS take on Los Ingobernables de Japon in a giant elimination match. Also, David Finlay vs. Jay White, and Kitamura tries to end his losing streak.
  English Commentary will be provided.
  Full Card:Ryusuke Taguchi, Jushin “Thunder” Liger & Tiger Mask vs. Ren
  
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• Several WWE Superstars Rooting For Philadelphia Eagles Ahead Of Super Bowl LII

  04-02-2018 19:05 via mandatory.com
  Photo by Mintaha Neslihan Erolu/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images
  Several WWE superstars are preparing for Super Bowl 52 tonight, with the majority of them rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles to secure their first SB title. This includes the likes of Samoa Joe & Pennsylvania-born Drew Gulak, in addition to the Bella Twins who have a special reason as to why they’re backing the Eagles. I bleed green, forever and always. Today is for you Pop Pop.#flyeaglesfly
  A post shared byNikki Bella (@then
  
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• Watch: How Does Shayna Baszler Think Ronda Rousey Will Cope In WWE?, Titus On Prime Time Players & NXT

  04-02-2018 18:56
  WWE NXT superstar, Shayna Baszler revealed how she thinks fellow MMA star, Ronda Rousey will fair in the world of wrestling.
  The WWE Mae Young Classic finalist has been a big hit in the world of wrestling so far, already having one WWE NXT Women’s Championship match under her belt. Baszler was part of the MMA Four Horsewomen alongside Rousey and knows her well and believes she will be just as dominant in WWE, she also stated Rousey kept the secret from her.Titus O’Neil On Prime Time
  
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• Watch: WWE Superstar Joins Flo Rida On Stage, Nikki Bella On Super Bowl, Goldust Hypes WWE MMC

  04-02-2018 18:46
  A video has been shared of a current WWE SmackDown Live superstar on stage with Flo Rida during a recent concert this weekend.
  Mojo Rawley was certainly hype when he joined the popular rapper and WWE fan on stage during his concert and Rawley shared a video of the moment with his fans.My man @official_flo!!!! Thanks for the party last night!! We put on a clinic! #WorkHardPlayHard pic.twitter.com/n8lCDnTeoW
  — Mojo Rawley (@MojoRawleyWWE) February 3, 2018Flo Rida is a known WWE fan who has b
  
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• CM Punk Hints At UFC Return This June In Chicago

  04-02-2018 18:00 via mandatory.com
  (Photo by Stacy Revere/ Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images)
  Former WWE superstar and current mixed martial artist CM Punk has hinted at a return to the octagon this summer. Punk, who hasn’t been seen inside the cage since his professional debut loss to Mickey Gall at UFC 203, started up the rumour mill by responding to a tweet from UFC’s official Twitter account.
  RELATED: Dana White Reveals CM Punk’s UFC Future
  This news comes after the promotion announced that UFC 225 w
  
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• Candice LeRae On Her WWE Debut, Kurt Angle Arnold Classic Meet & Greet, Samoa Joe Super Bowl Note

  04-02-2018 18:00
  WWE’s latest signing, Candice LeRae has commented on making her official, contracted WWE debut earlier this week alongside her husband, Johnny Gargano.
  LeRae was part of the WWE Mae Young Classic but this WWE NXT performance was her first contracted performance since joining the company. LeRae posted a message to her 6-year-old self about the moment, saying that one day she will live her dream.Dear 6-yr-old me,
  One day you're going to live your dream. AND to top it off… you'll live
  
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• Watch: Full WWE Match – Nikki Bella vs Paige vs Naomi, MMC Stars Mic’D Up, What Did They Say?

  04-02-2018 17:40
  WWE has uploaded a full Divas Championship match from a previous WWE Elimination Chamber as the build towards the upcoming show continues.
  The video, which can be seen below, features a triple threat between Nikki Bella, Paige, and Naomi as Nikki defends the now retired Divas Championship. It is interesting to note that the term ‘Divas Championship’ is not in the title of the video, simply calling it a ‘title’ match.Whilst building to the upcoming Elimination Chamber you
  
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• WWE Network Collection Changes, The Rock Discusses Jumanji Success, Teaser For His Skyscraper Movie

  04-02-2018 17:13
  There have been some changes to the Collections section of the WWE Network this week as first reported by WWE Network News.
  They stated that the “Colorful Characters” and “Tribute to the Troops” Collections had been removed, and when the “Tribute to the Troops was brought back, it was announced that it was for a limited run only.
  The Rock Discusses Jumanji Success
  The Rock’s movie success continues to grow, with his latest movie, Jumanji being a major hit with
  
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• Bruce Prichard On WCW Competition, Thinking WWE Would Shut Down & His Feelings Toward Eric Bischoff

  04-02-2018 16:50
  Bruce Prichard joined Eric Bischoff and JBL as guests on the Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast to discuss all things Monday Night War related.
  The conversation discussed a variety of topics related from that period of time in wrestling, including the DX Invasion and you can listen to it in full, here. Below are some highlights from the conversation.
  Bruce Prichard On WCW Competition
  “Without a doubt, when there is somebody, you fight a lot harder when you’re getting your ass kicked. When
  
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• UFC Announces First PPV In Chicago, CM Punk Teases Possible Return, WWE Stars Point at WrestleMania Sign (Photos)

  04-02-2018 16:44
  WWE has released a new gallery of photos featuring WWE stars famously pointing at the WrestleMania sign, and you can check it out in the link below:First point to the sign, then go to The #GrandestStageOfThemAll! #WrestleMania @JohnCena @RandyOrton @EdgeRatedR https://t.co/466kuqDJF9
  — WWE (@WWE) February 3, 2018UFC Announces 225 Will Take Place in Chicago, CM Punk Teases Possible Return
  UFC has announced its 225 event will take place in Chicago, the hometown of former WWE Champion CM Punk
  
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• Latest WWE Power Rankings, Who Tops The List? (Video), MVP Offers Advice On How To Work For WWE

  04-02-2018 16:37
  WWE has uploaded its latest Power Rankings video as the Road To WrestleMania begins, who has the most momentum at the start of the journey into the most important time of the year?
  With the WWE Royal Rumble now in the rear view, WWE is looking at which of its roster members are the highest in the Power Rankings.
  Read Also: Shinsuke Nakamura Makes Surprising Revelation About The Royal Rumble Match 
  MVP’s Advice On How To Work For WWE
  Former WWE Superstar, MVP has posted some advic
  
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• Lanny Poffo On Being Paired With Mr. Perfect, What He Did To Stand Out To Vince McMahon, Who Inspired His Poetry

  04-02-2018 16:32
  This week The Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling welcomed former WWE Superstar and wrestling’s smartest man, “The Genius” Lanny Poffo. Poffo joins the show to discuss the Kickstarter campaign that will bring his autobiography to life: “The Genius Lanny Poffo – Wrestling’s Smartest Man”by Inverse Press (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/laporte/the-genius-lanny-poffo-wrestlings-smartest-man?ref=discovery&term=lanny%20poffo). We also explore some of Le
  
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• Conrad Thompson Gives Podcast Advice, Trent Seven’s Instagram Complaint, ICW Hype New Show

  04-02-2018 16:10
  Conrad Thompson has posted a message on Twitter giving advice to people who want to create their own podcast at some point.
  Thompson co-hosts Something To Wrestle with Bruce Prichard, which is an incredibly popular podcast in the wrestling world. His advice was simple, which was to create a unique format and work hard to promote and improve it.Want a podcast? Hey check this out and this is real talk: if you’re a wrestling fan you can do what I “did.” Just create a unique format
  
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• Joey Mercury Offering ‘One-On-One Critiques’, Wrestling World Reacts, Mercury On Why WWE Released Him

  04-02-2018 15:50
  Former WWE Superstar, Joey Mercury has announced he is offering a unique, one to one service with wrestlers to critique their matches.
  Mercury will sit down with wrestlers and provide full match reviews and feedback to help wrestlers improve their work, something he is doing after an overwhelming amount of requests.Attn: Pro Wrestlers/Sports Entertainers- Due to an increasing number of requests, I am now offering 1 on 1 EXPERT match reviews/feedback/critiques coaching for hire.
  If interested, pl
  
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• Zack Ryder On ‘Pulling A Cody Rhodes,’ Sheamus Best Workout Memes, Birdie’s In-Ring Debut (Videos)

  04-02-2018 15:23
  Zack Ryder was recently asked about whether he would consider pulling a Cody Rhodes, insinuating whether he would leave WWE to become an independent star and he responded.
  Ryder replied in a joking manner, stating that he would consider dying his hair blonde like Cody has done as he is a big fan of blonde frosted tips.Dying my hair blonde? Maybe. I’m a big fan of frosted tips. https://t.co/2dQTM5eypX
  — Zack Ryder (@ZackRyder) February 4, 2018Sheamus’ Best Workout Memes
  Sheamus
  
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• X-Pac On Missed Career Opportunities, Regularly Meeting Nash & Hall & His Relationship With Eric Bischoff

  04-02-2018 14:53
  WWE legend, X-Pac was a recent guest on the Two Man Power Trip Of Wrestling podcast where he spoke about a variety of topics including missed career opportunities. Below are some highlights of the interview with a h/t to PWPodcasts.com for the transcription.
  Missed Opportunities
  “I’ve had an amazing career. I’m not going to look back at those several years like I said (earlier) where I was wandering around in the darkness but it is not over. I’m slowing down for strategic
  
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• Kevin Owens On His Vince McMahon Segment, Bayley Praises The Revival, Rusev On Working Rusev Day

  04-02-2018 14:38
  During a recent episode of Chris Jericho’s podcast, Talk Is Jericho, Kevin Owens discussed his famous segment with Vince McMahon where he headbutted the boss.
  Owens claimed that Mr. McMahon was cussing him out and talking smack to him during the segment, which was part of the build to Owens’ Hell in a Cell match with Shane McMahon. Below is a highlight from the interview with a h/t to SportsKeeda.com for the transcription.
  “The only person I had ever head-butted as hard was Wil
  
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• Sam Roberts Praises WrestlePro, Cody Rhodes On His Raw Main Event Debut, Mia Yim Recovery Video

  04-02-2018 14:17
  Popular broadcaster, Sam Roberts attended WrestlePro this weekend and was full of praise for the event which featured Tenille Dashwood’s (f.k.a Emma) first match since her WWE release.Roberts was in attendance and claimed that the show packed out what must have been around 1,000 people in what was a good event.
  Hard to tell from this picture, but happy to see @WrestlePro pack Rahway tonight with what was probably 1000 or so people for @TenilleDashwood’s first indie match since her re
  
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• WATCH: Johnny Gargano & Candice LeRae Headline NXT Live Event in First Time Tag Match

  04-02-2018 12:54
  #NXTNashville was special tonight as @AndradeCienWWE and @Zelina_VegaWWE took on @JohnnyGargano and @CandiceLeRae in mixed tag team action! Check out the highlights! pic.twitter.com/60FylJybyo
  — WWE NXT (@WWENXT) February 4, 2018The WWE NXT brand was in Nashville, TN this Saturday night for a huge live event at the War Memorial Auditorium. Camera crews were on hand to capture highlights from the main event, which featured Johnny Gargano and his wife Candice LeRae teaming up for the first
  
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• NXT Nashville Live Event Results (2/4): Aleister Black vs Velveteen Dream, Mr. & Mrs. Wrestling Team Up, More

  04-02-2018 08:58
  WWE NXT Nashville House Show ResultsFebruary 4, 2018
  (1) No Way Jose def. Cesar Bononi
  (2) Aleister Black def. Velveteen Dream
  (3) NXT Champion Ember Moon (c) def. Bianca Belair
  (4) Sanity def. The Undisputed Era in a 6-man tag team match
  (5) Roderick Strong def. Kassius Ohno
  (6) Shayna Baszler & Lacey Evans def. Nikki Cross & Dakota Kai
  (7) Johnny Gargano & Candice LeRae vs. Andrade Cien Almas & Zelina Vega
   Got to witness @AndradeCienWWE @Zelina_VegaWWE vs @JohnnyGargano @
  
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• Local Advertisement Reveals Full Lineup of Women’s Elimination Chamber Participants

  04-02-2018 07:54
  Several readers have sent in word that during this weekend’s UFC Fight Night, local advertisements in the Las Vegas area may have spoiled one of the planned main events for this month’s WWE Elimination Chamber pay-per-view. Commercials are promoting Alexa Bliss defending the RAW Women’s Championship against Sasha Banks, Nia Jax, Bayley, Sonya Deville and Mandy Rose in a six-woman Chamber match.
  It’s worth noting that Dave Meltzer named this exact lineup in the latest edit
  
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• Ryno Wrestling Review Episode 49: Royal Rumble Recap, Rousey Talk, Gargano/Almas, 205 Live GM/Tournament

  04-02-2018 07:42
  
  
  Dan flies solo to recap an entertaining Royal Rumble, discuss Ronda Rousey’s WWE potential, an early MOTY candidate between Gargano and Almas, the state of 205 Live, & answer your emails.Listen here:
  https://s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/rynowrestlingreview/Episode+49.mp3
  Or, subscribe on iTunes here!
  The post Ryno Wrestling Review Episode 49: Royal Rumble Recap, Rousey Talk, Gargano/Almas, 205 Live GM/Tournament appeared first on ProWrestling.com.
  
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• Impact Wrestling Legend and Former WWE Star Gail Kim Wrestles Her Final Match This Weekend (Photos & Video)

  04-02-2018 04:21
  Former WWE Superstar and Impact Knockout Gail Kim wrestled her final match this Saturday, main eventing Southside Wrestling’s “Raw Deal 7” event in Hertfordshire, England.
  Kim, age 40, announced in July 2017 that she would be retiring from professional wrestling after 18 years in the business, with her final televised match taking place at the 2017 Impact Wrestling Bound For Glory pay-per-view.
  Like many born in/around Toronto she was trained by “Pretty Boy” Ron Hut
  
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• WWE Officials Unhappy w/ Mixed Match Challenge Numbers?, Corey Graves Comments on His Insane Work Week

  04-02-2018 03:40
  WWE Not Happy w/ MMC Numbers
  According to the latest edition of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, some WWE officials are already very unhappy with viewership for the Mixed Match Challenge, which is about to head into its fourth week on Facebook Watch. Dave Meltzer noted that “key people” within the company were “souring” on the concept as live numbers continue to drop week over week.
  As of this posting, the first episode of MMC (Balor/Banks vs. Nakamura/Natalya) has been
  
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• We Ranked The Top 5 NXT Stars Most Likely To Get Called Up After WrestleMania

  04-02-2018 02:13
  We are in full swing on the road to WrestleMania, and the picture is beginning to be painted for the grandest stage of them all.
  This time of year also begins speculation as to who is going to be called up from NXT after WrestleMania. It has yet to be known whether or not there will be another superstar shakeup between the Raw and Smackdown Live rosters, but the Raw after WrestleMania and now Smackdown Live after Wrestlemania are now famous for returns and long awaited debuts.
  Last year, we saw
  
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• Why The Bellas Appeared At the End of the Rumble, Interesting NXT Takeover Viewership Note, WWE Twitter Milestone

  04-02-2018 01:28
  As seen at the Royal Rumble PPV last week, Nikki and Brie Bella entered the Women’s Royal Rumble match at #27 and #28 respectively.
  According to The Wrestling Observer Newsletter, cameras were filming at the Royal Rumble for season three of Total Bellas, and the Bella Twins were booked to appear at the end of the match so cameras could capture their surprise return to WWE, which will be one of the storylines featured in the next season of the reality show.
  Interesting NXT Takeover Viewersh
  
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• Former WWE Diva Calls The Women’s Raw 25 Segment “Cartoon Crap”

  04-02-2018 01:09
  As seen at Raw 25 the week before WWE Royal Rumble, former WWE Diva Terri Runnels was one of the numerous women to make her TV return to the company for an appearance on the special.
  On the most recent edition of her podcast, “Cigars, Scars and Superstars with Terri Runnels”, Runnels was very critical of the way the women of WWE were used on the show, and added she was “disappointed” with the women’s role on the show being relegated to a mere wave from the stage. Ru
  
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• Johnny Gargano & Candice LeRae Teaming Up Tonight, Reby Hardy On “Broken” Rights, Rollins & Kofi Madden Finals

  04-02-2018 00:10
  Triple H Tweeted the following, hyping tonight’s NXT live event in Nashville, which will feature Johnny Gargano and his wife Candice LeRae teaming up in the main event:Tonight in #NXTNashville:#Sanity vs #UndisputedERA@WWEAleister vs @VelveteenWWE@WWEEmberMoon vs @BiancaBelairWWE
  And the main event…@JohnnyGargano & @CandiceLeRae vs @Zelina_VegaWWE & @AndradeCienWWE
  THIS card is absolutely STACKED from beginning to end! #WeAreNXT
  — Triple H (@TripleH) February 3, 2018
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