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• WWE Raw Results (3/12): Alexa Is Exposed, Cena Makes His WrestleMania Challenge, Roman Confronts The Boss!

  12-03-2018 23:56
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• Papa Roach Premieres New WWE RAW Opening Sequence, Hulk Hogan On Baseball Being His First Love

  12-03-2018 23:27 via mandatory.com
  Born For Greatness
  Papa Roach posted the following video, which is the new WWE RAW opening featuring their track ‘Born For Greatness’:
  Backstage Notes On Tonight’s WWE RAW TapingWe’re thrilled to be premiering the @WWE #RAW Opening Sequence. Tune in every Monday at 8pm on @USA_Network. pic.twitter.com/50BZuiT7Bx
  — Papa Roach (@paparoach) March 12, 2018Hulk Hogan
  Last week, we reported Hulk Hogan was spotted at the Philadelphia Phillies’ Spring Training camp in
  
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• Backstage News On Brock Lesnar and Ronda Rousey for WWE Raw Tonight

  12-03-2018 23:06
  According to PWInsider.com, there has been no sight of Brock Lesnar or Paul Heyman backstage at WWE Raw in Detroit, despite Lesnar being advertised for a face-off with Roman Reigns.
  If Lesnar indeed does not appear on Raw tonight, it could be a way of WWE once again having him “no-show” the event to garner more heel heat as they head into WrestleMania 34.
  Interestingly, PWInsider is also reporting Ronda Rousey has yet to arrive in Detroit for Raw tonight, despite WWE announcing last
  
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• Being The Elite Reveals ‘The Confrontation’ (Video), Ring Of Honor Stars Visit Children’s Hospital During 16th Anniversary Weekend

  12-03-2018 23:05 via mandatory.com
  Photo Credit: RING OF HONOR/Joe DeFalco
  Being The Elite
  The following is the latest episode of Being The Elite, where Adam Page finally goes face-to-face with Joey Ryan, Bury the Drug Free Bear’s identity is finally revealed, and more:Ring Of Honor
  Ring of Honor World Champion Dalton Castle, Jay Lethal, Bully Ray, Colt Cabana, Beer City Bruiser and ROH announcer Ian Riccaboni visited the Sunrise Children’s Hospital in Las Vegas during ROH’s 16th Anniversary weekend. You can che
  
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• New WWE Raw Opening Video Unveiled, Smackdown Star Wants a Shot at Orton, Elias On Big WrestleMania Performance

  12-03-2018 22:50
  The band Papa Roach has issued the following Tweet, unveiling the new intro for WWE Raw which will likely premiere tonight. The intro features the song “Born to Greatness”, which WWE debuted a couple months ago:We’re thrilled to be premiering the @WWE #RAW Opening Sequence. Tune in every Monday at 8pm on @USA_Network. pic.twitter.com/50BZuiT7Bx
  — Papa Roach (@paparoach) March 12, 2018
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• Backstage Notes On Tonight’s WWE RAW Taping

  12-03-2018 22:43 via mandatory.com
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  PWInsider.com is reporting Ronda Rousey has not been seen backstage at RAW in Detroit today, despite WWE announcing she will appear on the show every week.
  Additionally, it was noted that there has been no sign on Brock Lesnar or Paul Heyman backstage today either.
  What Do Paul Heyman And Brock Lesnar Have Planned For Roman Reigns On RAW?, Top Ten Most Infamous WWE Sucker Punches
  PWInsider.com’s Mike Johnson noted that it will be interesting to see if Brock
  
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• Elias Comments On His Level Of Success On The WWE Main Roster, Teases Big Performance At Wrestlemania 34

  12-03-2018 22:28 via mandatory.com
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  Elias recently spoke with Rohit Nath for Sportskeeda; you can read a few highlights below:
  Elias comments on his level of success on the WWE main roster so far: 
  It’s definitely satisfying to be in the main events and to reach a certain level, but as far as personal goals go, personal feelings, I feel like I’m not even close to where I want to be yet. I feel like I’m only starting my path towards the very top. As far as success and wh
  
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• Jeff Hardy Reportedly Filmed Cameo In Ultimate Deletion Match

  12-03-2018 22:05
  As we noted last week, the upcoming Ultimate Deletion match, which will feature Woken Matt Hardy vs Bray Wyatt, was filmed at The Hardy compound in North Carolina last Thursday.
  According to Pro Wrestling Sheet, Jeff Hardy did make a cameo in the Ultimate Deletion filming, which took place two days before Hardy was arrested for DWI after a single-car accident took place in Concord, NC.
  The Sheet report notes it is unknown whether or not Jeff Hardys appearance in Ultimate Deletion will air f
  
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• Jeff Hardy Filmed Appearance For ‘Ultimate Deletion’ Prior To Arrest

  12-03-2018 21:56 via mandatory.com
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  Pro Wrestling Sheet is reporting Jeff Hardy filmed a cameo appearance for The Ultimate Deletion, and it was recorded prior to his DWI arrest this weekend.
  According to the report, Jeff made an on-camera appearance during the match filmed last week, but it’s unknown as to what his role will entail. As noted earlier, Hardy was arrested on Saturday night for DWI, and reportedly had a breath test that was three times the legal limit.
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• CM Punk Possibly Reveals Next UFC Fight Date?

  12-03-2018 21:49 via mandatory.com
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  CM Punk posted the following response to a (trolling) fan comment about his next fight date with UFC:So when are we gonna see you cry again in the Octagon?@CMPunk
  — Luchaman0miedo (@Luchaman0miedo) March 12, 2018
  June nine, after I win and lock eyes with my beautiful wife, embrace my coaches and shout out my entire team https://t.co/TmzRWR2kbn
  — Coach (@CMPunk) March 12, 2018June 9th happens to be the scheduled event date for UFC 225 in Chicago, Punk
  
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• CM Punk Reveals When His Next UFC Fight Will Take Place

  12-03-2018 21:42
  Minutes ago, former WWE and current UFC star CM Punk responded to a fan on Twitter, revealing his return to The Octagon will come on June 9th when UFC makes its debut at The United Center in Chicago for UFC 225.So when are we gonna see you cry again in the Octagon? 😂 @CMPunk
  — Luchaman0miedo (@Luchaman0miedo) March 12, 2018
  June nine, after I win and lock eyes with my beautiful wife, embrace my coaches and shout out my entire team https://t.co/TmzRWR2kbn
  — Coach (@CMPunk) Mar
  
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• Braun Strowman On Possible Feud w/ Bray Wyatt, The Evolution Of His WWE Finisher, Shares Funny Story About Fan Run-In At Disney World

  12-03-2018 21:41 via mandatory.com
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  Braun Strowman recently spoke with CBS Detroit while promoting this week’s episode of RAW in Detroit; you can read a few highlights (transcription credit to Bill Pritchard for Wrestlezone.com) and watch the interview below:
  Braun comments on how protected his powerslam has been: I started with a lifting arm triangle choke; it’s still in my repertoire of moves that I do, I just haven’t needed to use it lately. The powerslam is
  
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• ONE FALL: “Time to Play the Game” – A Look at Triple H’s Slow ‘TakeOver’ of WWE

  12-03-2018 21:26
  205 Live has just done a 360, and we aren’t talking about a splash from the top rope.  It was recently reported that Vince McMahon has granted Triple H full control of 205 Live, joining NXT under the Triple H regime.  With 205 Live struggling to maintain relevance, the move is understandable as Triple H has pioneered NXT to great successes since its rebranding in 2012.  Time will tell if the move will pay off, but with a few episodes under the new leadership in the books, di
  
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• Five Things to Know Before Raw, Jim Cornette Recalls Being Pantless in the Ring, Drew McIntyre & DDP Train (Videos)

  12-03-2018 21:20
  WWE has released the above and below videos.
  Jim Cornette looks back to an 1997 edition of WWE Shotgun Saturday Night when Mini Vader and Mascarita Sagrada Jr. stripped him of his pants in the ring: Courtesy of the award-winning WWE Network.
  What will happen when Universal Champion Brock Lesnar returns on The Road to WrestleMania? Here is your preview for tonight’s Raw.Read Also: The Latest On WWE’s Plans for Universal Title Match at WrestleMania 34, Putting an End to the Reigns
  
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• Five Things To Know Before WWE RAW (Video), WWE Fastlane Social Score

  12-03-2018 21:07 via mandatory.com
  WWE Fastlane
  According to Nielsen Social, last night’s WWE Fastlane pay-per-view brought in 1.741 million total interactions, which is down from the last WWE PPV event Elimination Chamber.
  By comparison, last night’s event had a drop in all three categories (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) but it was still the second most popular airing on the night, coming in behind the iHeart Radio Music Awards on TBS.
  WWE Fastlane
  1,741146
  1,251
  343WWE Elimination Chamber
  2,264251
  1,402
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• First Match Announced For Upcoming IMPACT Wrestling vs Lucha Underground Event at WrestleCon

  12-03-2018 20:55
  IMPACT Wrestling has officially the first match for their upcoming super show with Lucha Underground during WrestleCon weekend. Six of the best high-flyers in the world will share the same ring in New Orleans when three men from each brand face off in what is sure to be an incredible high-flying match.
  Team IMPACT will be represented by the 2017 World X Cup winner Dezmond Xavier, the “Apex of Agility” Andrew Everett, and two-time X-Division Champion DJ Zema Ion. Team Lucha Under
  
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• Matt Hardy Teases ‘Ultimate Deletion’ With Supporting Characters

  12-03-2018 20:47 via mandatory.com
  Photo Credit: Reby Hardy
  ‘WOKEN’ Matt Hardy continues to stir the pro wrestling pot in anticipation for his over-the-top spectacle ‘Ultimate Deletion’on WWE TV. Hardy posted this tease today featuring Senior Benjamin, his son King Maxel, and his wife Reby Sky. Hardy’s family appeared in the previous ‘Deletion’ matches that aired during his ‘Broken’ run with IMPACT Wrestling and look to appear again in this follow up that was filmed this past
  
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• Woken Matt Hardy Gathers His ‘Trusted Platoon’ (Photo), Triple H and Kid Rock Comment On WWE Hall of Fame Induction

  12-03-2018 20:34
  Woken Matt Hardy continues to tease the arrival of “Ultimate Deletion” as he Tweeted the following photo hyping Raw tonight:With my LOYAL & TRUSTED PLATOON at my side, Bray Wyatt is DESTINED to meet The #UltimateDELETION.
  It is time to bring this #GreatWar to a close. #RAW pic.twitter.com/qEK4VEU9e8
  — #WOKEN Matt Hardy (@MATTHARDYBRAND) March 12, 2018
  Read Also: Former Impact Wrestling Talent Appears at “Ultimate Deletion” Filming
  Triple H and Kid Rock Comm
  
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• Sonya Deville On Being the First Openly Gay Female in WWE, Gender Equality, Possible Match Against Ronda Rousey

  12-03-2018 20:27
  WWE Raw star and Absolution member Sonya Deville was the special guest on today’s edition of Lilian Garcia’s “Chasing Glory” podcast, and the entire show can be heard at this link. Below are some interview highlights.
  On what it means to her to have Ronda Rousey and a possible match:
  “I haven’t actually said anything publicly about it yet…I feel like the story me and Ronda can tell one day will be so awesome, and I think we have something special here&h
  
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• NJPW New Japan Cup – Night 4 Results: Sanada vs Chuck Taylor, Toru Yano vs Davey Boy, Quarterfinal Matches Set

  12-03-2018 20:25
  NJPW New Japan Cup – Night 4 ResultsMarch 12, 2018Kagawa, Japan
  New Japan returned to the Takamatsu City Gymnasium in Kagawa this Monday for the final night of the opening round. Seiya Sanada, who is now Los Ingobernables’ only remaining hope in the tournament, moved past the debuting Chuck Taylor, and the trickster god Toru Yano stole yet another win over Davey Boy Smith Jr.
  Here’s the updated schedule for the rest of the tournament:
  March 14: QuarterfinalsMichael Elgin vs. Ju
  
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• WWE Reportedly In Talks With Chris Jericho About Participating In Huge Upcoming Match

  12-03-2018 20:15 via mandatory.com
  Photo Credit: Getty Images, SiriusXM Studios on August 29, 2017 in New York City.
  WWE Reportedly In Talks With Chris Jericho About Participating In Huge Upcoming Match
  Pwinsider is reporting today that former WWE World Champion Chris Jericho has been approached about a return to the company for their upcoming mega-show ‘Greatest Royal Rumble’ at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Friday, April 27.  Pwinsider’s Mike Johnson says “all signs are J
  
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• The Latest On WWE’s Plans for Universal Title Match at WrestleMania 34, Putting an End to the Reigns – Steroid Nonsense

  12-03-2018 20:01
  Last week we reported, via F4WOnline.com, that WWE scrapped plans for Braun Strowman to challenge The Miz for the IC Title at WrestleMania, and was retaining him as a “plan B”,  if there proves to be any truth to the recent steroid allegations brought forth by filmmaker Jon Bravo and imprisoned steroid dealer Richard Rodriguez.
  Dave Meltzer noted on today’s edition of Wrestling Observer Radio that for whatever reason, WWE now feels confident in moving forward with the plan
  
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• Matt Hardy’s In-Character Comments on Jeff Hardy’s DWI Arrest

  12-03-2018 19:32 via mandatory.com
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  Matt Hardy’s In-Character Comments on Jeff Hardy’s DWI Arrest
  Today as more information becomes available about RAW Superstar Jeff Hardy’s DWI arrest in Cameron County, North Carolina from this weekend, the wrestling world continues to respond. On his popular Twitter account, Jeff’s brother Matt Hardy not-so-subtlety commented on the incident which took place Saturday in his ‘Woken’ character.EVAH since the #7Deities have come t
  
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• Backstage Update On Brock Lesnar’s WWE Future, Why Vince McMahon Will Not Allow Lesnar to Work in UFC

  12-03-2018 19:21
  As WrestleMania 34 approaches, the yearly question of Brock Lesnar’s WWE future lingers, with reports suggesting The Beast might be on his way out of the company as he eyes a return to UFC.
  The last time Brock Lesnar was in a situation in which he was under contract to WWE and wanted to fight in UFC, he was granted permission by WWE to compete at UFC 200.
  Read Also: The Miz Trashes ‘Paper Champion’ Lesnar Before Champion vs Champion Match (Videos)
  However, due to the faile
  
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• Drew McIntryre Calls Current NXT Superstars ‘Sitting Ducks’; Triple H Comments Latest Hall of Fame Inductee

  12-03-2018 19:15 via mandatory.com
  (Photo by Gerardo Mora/Getty Images for SiriusXM)
  Drew McIntryre Calls Current WWE NXT Superstar ‘Sitting Ducks’
  Former NXT Champion Drew McIntyre continued to build towards his in-ring return following a shoulder injury in November with a cryptic tweet yesterday. The Scottish born superstar claimed he saw “complacency” in WWE and NXT, and promised he would “eat (them) alive”.
  There is no exact time frame for his NXT return, but last week reported that McIntyr
  
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• Big Update On Rey Mysterio’s NJPW Status, WWE Star Wants to Induct Kid Rock, ROH Stars Visit Hospital (Photos)

  12-03-2018 19:03
  As noted, Rey Mysterio suffered a partially torn biceps muscle at the Northeast Wrestling event two weeks ago, and as a result, his in-ring status has been in question.
  According to Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Radio, Mysterio will likely be sidelined for about a month following the injury, leaving his status for the NJPW Long Beach event up in the air. Mysterio is scheduled to face Jushin Liger at the event, taking place in two weeks, but Meltzer noted he might wait until the last mi
  
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• Huge Name Possibly Returning to WWE For “Greatest Royal Rumble” in Saudi Arabia

  12-03-2018 18:47
  As we noted earlier today, via PWInsider.com, WWE is ramping up its efforts to make the April 27th live event in Saudi Arabia, which will feature the 50-man “Greatest Royal Rumble” match, as big of an event as possible.
  We noted that WWE has plans to bring The Undertaker in for the event, and now PWInsider.com is reporting WWE officials have reached out to Chris Jericho regarding an appearance, and all signs point towards Jericho accepting the invitation.
  While Jericho remains ruled
  
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• Vince & Stephanie Remember Mae Young, Exclusive Photos From ROH 16th Anniversary PPV, Fastlane Recap (Video)

  12-03-2018 18:33
  WWE has released the above video.
  Find out who secured their place at WrestleMania with this complete recap from WWE Fastlane.
  Exclusive Photos From ROH 16th Anniversary PPV
  ROH has issued the following, exclusive images from the 16th Anniversary PPV which took place this past Friday night in Las Vegas. The event saw a surprise appearance from Impact World Champion Austin Aries, and the gallery below includes images of Cody Rhodes, Kenny Omega and more.
  Photos courtesy of RING OF HONOR/Joe
  
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• WWE Announces Celebrity Inductee For Hall of Fame

  12-03-2018 18:27 via mandatory.com
  WWE Announces Celebrity Inductee For Hall of Fame
  WWE announced today via Billboard that Kid Rock will be the next inductee in the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2018. The induction ceremony takes place on Friday, April 6th as part of Wrestlemania week in New Orleans and will air live on the WWE Network.
  The 47 year old musician grew up a big WWE fan in Michigan, and following his success in music created a bond with the world’s top wrestling company with his music being used as the soundtrack
  
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• Breaking News: Kid Rock to Enter the WWE Hall of Fame

  12-03-2018 18:24
  WWE has announced the following:
  While his song “New Orleans” is setting the tone for the party atmosphere that WrestleMania is bringing to The Big Easy this year, Kid Rock will be taking his place in WWE history.
  As first reported by Billboard.com, Kid Rock will join the WWE Hall of Fame’s Celebrity Wing as a member of the Class of 2018. He’ll be inducted into the hallowed hall on Friday, April 6, in New Orleans during WrestleMania 34 Week in The Big Easy. He j
  
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• Jeff Hardy’s Blood Alcohol Level Reportedly Three Times the Legal Limit Upon DWI Arrest

  12-03-2018 18:11
  As noted, WWE star Jeff Hardy was arrested in Concord, NC this past Saturday night, on charges of DWI following a car accident which saw Hardy crash his 2016 Cadillac CTS-V sedan.
  According to TMZ.com, Hardy’s blood alcohol level was three times the legal limit upon the time of his arrest, as police say Hardy submitted to a breath test and blew a .25, which is more than three times the legal limit in the state of North Carolina.
  As we noted before, the accident report in the
  
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• Reason Why Daniel Bryan Was Not at Fastlane Revealed, Goldberg Guest Starring in ‘The Goldbergs’ on ABC

  12-03-2018 18:03 via mandatory.com
  NEW DELHI, INDIA – NOVEMBER 4: Bryan Lloyd Danielson, American professional wrestler, better known by his current ring name Daniel Bryan, after the press conference of the WWE Live India announcement event at Striker Pub & Kitchen, Vasant Kunj on November 4, 2015 in New Delhi, India. (Photo by Shivam Saxena/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)
  Reason Why Daniel Bryan Was Not at Fastlane
  It was announced last night during the WWE Fastlane special on the WWE Network, that Smackdown General
  
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• Jeff Hardy Failed A Breathalyzer Test Following DWI Accident; Court Date Set

  12-03-2018 17:43 via mandatory.com
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  Jeff Hardy Failed A Breathalyzer Test Following DWI Accident; Court Date Set
  More information about Jeff Hardy’s DWI arrest and a related car accident from this weekend in Cameron County, North Carolina are coming to light. TMZ reports that the RAW superstar took a Breathalyzer test following the incident, blowing a .25, which is three times the legal limit. Hardy’s license was suspended for 30 days and he is scheduled to appear in court on April 16th.
  Hard
  
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• Rich Swann Reportedly Backs Out Of Independent Shows; Vince McMahon Honors Mae Young On Her Birthday

  12-03-2018 17:22 via mandatory.com
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  Rich Swann Reportedly Backs Out Of Independent Shows
  Former WWE Cruiserweight Champion Rich Swann continues to be under scrutiny by fans, after taking to social media to state he would soon retire following his release from WWE and fulfill his independent bookings, only to not appear at events he was promoted for this past week. Pwinsider reported today that Swan was set to wrestle for MLW in Florida this past week, and was at the event but opted not appear for whatev
  
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• Emma Debuting, Battle Royal & More On ROH TV Tonight, Stars Advance in New Japan Cup, Callihan On Impact Media Call

  12-03-2018 16:55
  Following this weekend’s New Japan Pro Wrestling events, Hiroshi Tanahashi, Kota Ibushi, Toru Yano, Michael Elgin, SANADA, Zack Sabre, Jr, Juice Robinson and Bad Luck Fale have all advanced in the New Japan Cup tournament. The quarterfinals of the tournament will kickoff on March 14th, with the finals taking place on March 21st.
  Read Also: NJPW New Japan Cup – Night 3 Results: Tetsuya Naito vs Zack Sabre, Kota Ibushi vs Yoshi-Hashi, More
  Sami Callihan On Impact Media Call
  Impact
  
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• Xavier Woods All Smiles At Book Of Booty Signing (Photo), Mojo Responds To WWE Universe’s Criticism Of Him

  12-03-2018 16:53 via mandatory.com
  (Photo by Marc Pfitzenreuter/Getty Images)
  Xavier Woods All Smiles At Book Of Booty Signing
  Following the hellacious beating Xavier Woods took at the hands of The Bludgeon Brothers at WWE Fastlane you would think he would be laid up at a hospital right now!
  Related: WWE Releases Injury Update On Xavier Woods Following Brutal Bludgeon Brothers Beating At Fastlane
  That doesn’t seem to be the case, however, as WWE Publishing’s official Twitter account noted that Woods appeared at T
  
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• WWE Releases Injury Update On Xavier Woods Following Bludgeon Brothers Beating At Fastlane

  12-03-2018 16:43 via mandatory.com
  (Photo by D Dipasupil/Getty Images)
  WWE.com has released the following updating fans on Xavier Woods‘ injuries following the beating he, The New Day and The Usos took from The Bludgeon Brothers last night at Fastlane:
  Xavier Woods has suffered an injury to his thoracic spine due to The Bludgeon Brothers’ brutal attack during the SmackDown Tag Team Title Match at WWE Fastlane, WWE.com can confirm.
  “Our preliminary diagnosis is multiple thoracic contusions,&rd
  
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• Major Name Reportedly Appearing at WWE Saudi Arabia Event, Big Creative Plans for ‘Greatest Royal Rumble’

  12-03-2018 16:27
  As noted, WWE has announced a live event will be taking place on April 27th at the King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and the event will feature a 50-man “Greatest Royal Rumble” match.
  According to PWInsider.com, WWE will be making the Saudi Arabia event a major priority following WrestleMania 34, and big creative plans are in place for the show and the Royal Rumble match. The report notes WWE even has plans for The Undertaker to make an appearance at the event,
  
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• Kevin Owens ‘I Should Be WWE Champion Right Now’; Watch John Cena Be Humble In Defeat To AJ Styles

  12-03-2018 16:10 via mandatory.com
  (Photo by Foc Kan/WireImage)
  Kevin Owens ‘I Should Be WWE Champion Right Now’
  Kevin Owens has shared the following on Twitter commenting on his loss in theWWE Championship six-pack challenge main event of last night’s Fastlane:I should be @WWE Champion right now.
  — Kevin Owens (@FightOwensFight) March 12, 2018Owens was pulled from the ring by Smackdown Live Commissioner Shane McMahon as he was going for a pinfall attempt. While Owens did not come out of the match as WWE C
  
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• Why Daniel Bryan Was Not At WWE Fastlane, Backstage News On Big Show’s WWE Deal, WWE On Charlotte vs Asuka

  12-03-2018 16:02
  WWE star Big Show, who has been out of action since undergoing hip surgery last year, has been training for his eventual in-ring return.
  According to Sports Illustrated, Big Show’s WWE contract actually expired in February of this year, and to avoid Show appearing at indy events, and possibly drawing money for other promotions such as NJPW, WWE signed him to an agent’s deal, which prevents him from appearing elsewhere.
  WWE On Charlotte vs Asuka
  WWE has Tweeted the following, hyp
  
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• PROGRESS Reveals Yet Another Exclusive WWE UK Star For WrestleMania Weekend Show

  12-03-2018 15:58
  PROGRESS Wrestling has continued to promote and push its WWE WrestleMania 34 weekend shows and have added another exclusive name for the show.
  Previously PROGRESS has announced that WWE UK Champion, Pete Dunne, and fellow British Strong Style member Trent Seven would be making their only independent appearances at the show as well as Mark Andrews and now they have another.
  This time the wrestler is the first ever WWE UK Champion, Tyler Bate, who will be joining the other WWE UK wrestlers at the
  
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• RAW Preview & Discussion Thread: Reigns & Lesnar Go Face-To-Face, Can Sasha & Bayley Mend Friendship?, Will Ronda Apologize To Steph?, More

  12-03-2018 15:57 via mandatory.com
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  WrestleZone encourages you to begin your RAW discussion in the comments section below, in the WZ Forums or the WZ Facebook Discussion Group.WrestleZone’s live coverage begins at 7:30 pm EST. Use the hashtag #WZChat on Twitter during RAW and your tweet may be featured right here on the main page of WrestleZone!
  Tonight’s episode of WWE Monday Night RAW will take place from the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI.
  Here are WWE.com’s official Quick Hits preview p
  
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• Paul Heyman Sends Raw Message, The Rock Announces ‘Rampage’ China Release, WWE Stars Getting Buried (Videos)

  12-03-2018 15:52
  WWE has released the above video.
  A Superstar sometimes needs to dig a little deeper to keep an opponent from getting back up. Here are 10 moments of Superstars getting literally buried by various objects found in the WWE Universe.
  The Rock Announces ‘Rampage’ China Release
  The Rock has announced via Twitter that his upcoming movie “Rampage” will be released in China along with the international release of the movie on April 13th:NI HAO CHINA!
  Obviously your boy is still
  
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• Miz Takes Shot At Bullet Club While Congratulating Orton?, Orton’s Name Gets Added To The US Title (Video)

  12-03-2018 15:48 via mandatory.com
  Photo Credit: NJPW/TV Asahi
  Miz Takes Shot At Bullet Club While Congratulating Orton?
  The Miz has shared the following on Twitter congratulating Randy Orton on his US Championship win over Bobby Roode at Fastlane last night. In winning the US Championship Orton entered the exclusive “Grand Slam Champions” club in WWE:Congrats on becoming a Grand Slam Champion, @RandyOrton. Welcome to the club…and not “the club” where you wear stupid leather jackets and too sweet ea
  
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• Top Impact Executive and More Reportedly Backstage At Lucha Underground Tapings

  12-03-2018 15:39
  Lucha Underground kicked off season four of its TV tapings two weeks ago in Los Angeles, and we noted several names were in attendance for the tapings, including former WWE Diva Candice Michelle. Additionally, former WWE World Champion Jack Swagger worked a dark match during the tapings.
  According to PWInsider.com, Impact Wrestling President Ed Nordholm was also in attendance for the tapings, although the exact reason why remains unclear. Nordholm was likely at the tapings due to Impact Wrestlin
  
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• Defiant Wrestling Add Match To ‘Lights Out!,’ PROGRESS Confirm Top WWE UK Stars For Australia Show, Joe Hendry Note

  12-03-2018 15:37
  Top UK independent company, Defiant Wrestling has added another match for its upcoming iPPV, Lights Out, which features a major name.
  Defiant has announced that top independent star, Grado, will be making his return to the company and will face Drake in a street fight at the upcoming show.
  It's official! @gradowrestling will take on @Drake_Wrestler at #LightsOut in Leeds in a Street Fight! Tickets via https://t.co/Gp8QiK3R7V, or watch online 24-hours later pic.twitter.com/0DTMiWrVRt
  — DEFI
  
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• Styles Hypes Nakamura ‘Dream Match’ Following Fastlane, WWE’s Top 10 Superstars Getting Buried (Video)

  12-03-2018 15:31 via mandatory.com
  Styles Hypes Nakamura ‘Dream Match’ Following Fastlane
  AJ Styles has released the following on Twitter commenting on his now inevitable WrestleMania dream match with Shinsuke Nakamura:It’s been called a dream match…A fantasy born in Japan…Open your eyes, pinch your arms.
  AJ Styles vs. @ShinsukeN for the @WWE Championship in THE main event of @WrestleMania.
  — AJStyles.Org (@AJStylesOrg) March 12, 2018WWE Fastlane Results (3/11) Asuka Appears, New Champions C
  
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• More Details On Rich Swann’s Decision to Retire, Updated Card for WWE MSG Return This Week, Lesnar In-Action & More

  12-03-2018 15:28
  As we noted over the weekend, former WWE star Rich Swann issued a series of Tweets announcing his intention to retire from pro wrestling.
  The decision to retire is reportedly linked to Swann facing negative fan response on social media for the independent booking he has recently worked, stemming from his 2017 arrest following a domestic altercation with his wife Su Yung.
  PWInsider.com is reporting there are other family responsibilities that might also be preventing Swann from working a ful
  
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• Asuka Confirms That She Wants To Face Charlotte At WrestleMania

  12-03-2018 15:24 via mandatory.com
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  WWE has released the following video on-line featuring Asuka confirming that she does indeed want to face Charlotte Flair for the WWE Smackdown Live Women’s Championship at WrestleMania:
  It’s official. Asuka has her sights set on SmackDown Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania on April 8.WWE Fastlane Results (3/11) Asuka Appears, New Champions Crowned, Who Will Face Nakamura At WrestleMania?Ric Flair & Charlotte Flair At The
  
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• WWE Issues Statement Regarding Jeff Hardy’s Arrest; New Details On Incident, Was He Injured?, More

  12-03-2018 15:18 via mandatory.com
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  WWE released the following statement to PWInsider.com this morning regarding Jeff Hardy’s arrest last night for driving while impaired:
  “Jeff Hardy is responsible for his own personal actions. We are investigating the matter and awaiting information from local law enforcement officials.”
  Related: Jeff Hardy Arrested For DWI
  CBSSports.com has also reported the following:
  According to the arrest report obtained by CBS Sports,
  
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