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• Daniel Bryan Comments On Working With Shane McMahon, His Storyline With Kevin Owens And Sami Zayn

  22-03-2018 23:11 via mandatory.com
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  Daniel Bryan recently spoke with The National; you can read a few highlights below:
  Daniel Bryan on working with Shane McMahon: 
  “I have really liked working with Shane. One of the things that is really nice about Shane is that he is a positive person. When we first started working together it was really interesting because we were shooting a shot back stage and it didn’t go as planned because the camera guy was new. But he didn’t chew h
  
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• Triple H Calls Greatest Royal Rumble Event A ‘Work In Progress’, Zack Ryder Unboxes Himself (Video)

  22-03-2018 22:56 via mandatory.com
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  Triple H recently spoke with the In This Corner podcast about the upcoming Greatest Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia; you can read a few highlights below.
  “I think we are still kind of exploring the options on it. It’s a little bit of a work in progress. This event sort of came together very, very quickly. It’s three weeks after WrestleMania, which you can imagine putting on a week-long spectacle of that nature and following it up three weeks later in Saudi Ar
  
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• Triple H Gives Injury Update On AJ Styles, Says Styles Is Waiting For Medical Clearance Leading Into Wrestlemania 34

  22-03-2018 22:49 via mandatory.com
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  Triple H recently said AJ Styles is still awaiting medical clearance for his Wrestlemania 34 title defense against Shinsuke Nakamura.
  During a recent interview with French-based publication Catch Newz (transcription credit to Pro Wrestling Sheet), Triple H said Styles was:
  “working diligently on rehabbing his injuries and getting himself in tip-top shape for WrestleMania. We are trying to help him with that process of getting the best
  
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• The ‘Ric Flair Collection’ Custom Suit Line (Video), Former Philadelphia Eagles Player Says Goodbye With ‘Two Claps And A Ric Flair’

  22-03-2018 22:27 via mandatory.com
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  WOOOOOO! Ric Flair’s new line of custom suits by Mr. Custom Made are now available for purchase.
  The new “Ric Flair Collection” apparel line, which Flair announced last month, are now available for purchase at start at just $595.00. Check out the launch trailer below:
  Ric Flair Comments On Being A Hip-Hop Icon, His Experience Filming The ‘Ric Flair Drip’ Music VideoOn a related note, former Philadelphia Eagle Vinny Curry posted th
  
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• John Cena Says WWE Could Have A Transgender Wrestler With The Right Story, Comments On Being A Fan Of Intergender Matches (Video)

  22-03-2018 22:19 via mandatory.com
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  TMZ recently caught up with John Cena and asked about his opinion on intergender wrestling in WWE, the possibility of a transgender wrestler in the company and more:
  Cena on if he’s a fan of intergender matches, does he think WWE should have more matches? Of course I am. I think any story is a good story as long as it’s presented in a good light.
  I just had a wonderful intergender experience with my beautiful bride-t
  
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• Daniel Bryan Reveals When His WWE Contract Expires, Southpaw Regional Wrestling Wins Award, Willam Shatner

  22-03-2018 22:19
  As noted, Daniel Bryan recently spoke with Al Arabiya, prior to receiving word that he had been medically cleared by WWE to return to the ring, and below is what Bryan had to say on when his WWE contract expires:
  “My contract actually runs out September 1st, which is actually the day of the All In show, but it’s funny because that doesn’t compute. I was in the Bahrain Comic Con the last two days, and we did Q&As, and at each one, somebody asked me about that. They said, &ls
  
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• WWE Announces Full Line-Up of Superstar TV Appearances During WrestleMania Week

  22-03-2018 22:12
  WWE.com has announced the following:
  WWE Superstars take over the airwaves before hitting The Big Easy for The Grandest Stage of Them All. With WrestleMania on the horizon, don’t miss John Cena, Ronda Rousey, Triple H, Stephanie McMahon, The Bella Twins, Big Show and more on a variety of TV shows.
  It all starts today at 2/1 C with Nikki and Brie Bella on “Steve” on NBC.
  On Friday, March 23, 16-time World Champion John Cena appears on “Ellen,” then hosts the Nickelod
  
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• ‘Greatest Royal Rumble’ To Air Live in The UK, Kevin Owens Removes WWE Name From Twitter, Daniel Bryan Update

  22-03-2018 22:10
  WWE has released the above video.
  WWE Superstars react to the news that Daniel Bryan has been medically cleared. Presented by Snickers.
  Kevin Owens Removes WWE Name From Twitter
  In order to keep in line with his story line firing on WWE Smackdown this week, Kevin Owens has changed his name on Twitter to his real name, Kevin Steen. You can check it out below:#FightForYourDreams
  — Kevin Steen (@FightSteenFight) March 21, 2018‘Greatest Royal Rumble’ To Air Live in The UK
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• Booty O’s Are Lance Bass Approved (Photo), Asuka Featured As Subject In Student’s Women’s History Month Presentation (Video)

  22-03-2018 22:07 via mandatory.com
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  Booty O’s are Lance Bass approved! The NSYNC singer and actor posted the following photo, declaring The New Day’s Booty O’s as his new favorite cereal:My new official favorite cereal! Someone call Tiger Beat and Bop stat!! pic.twitter.com/GCOqg8fyXK
  — Lance Bass (@LanceBass) March 22, 2018Xavier Woods All Smiles At Book Of Booty Signing (Photo), Mojo Responds To WWE Universe’s Criticism Of Him
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• Baron Corbin On Possibly Winning The Andre The Giant Battle Royal Again, Comments On Daniel Bryan’s In-Ring Return

  22-03-2018 22:00 via mandatory.com
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  Baron Corbin recently spoke with Mike Jones for DC 101 while promoting this Sunday’s Road To Wrestlemania live event in Fairfax, Virginia; you can read a few highlights below:
  Corbin on the excitement of going to WrestleMania after Rumble: 
  You’re always trying to leave your mark every night you are in front of an audience or in front of Vince, Hunter, all those guys to elevate your status to get your opportunity at Mania. It’s like a job in
  
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• Greatest Royal Rumble To Air Live In The UK; WWE Teases Daniel Bryan’s In-Ring Future (Video)

  22-03-2018 21:45 via mandatory.com
   
  Greatest Royal Rumble Will Air Live In The UK
  Sky Sports announced the upcoming Greatest Royal Rumble on April 27th from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia will air live in the UK.
  The WWE Network super-show, which will feature a 50-man Royal Rumble and 7 Championship matches, marks the beginning of a 10-year agreement with the Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, a social and economic program.
  RELATED: 7 Must-See Daniel Bryan WWE Feuds Now That He’s Cleared For Action
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• Hulk Hogan Reportedly Begins Talks With WWE About a Potential Return, WWE Issues Statement

  22-03-2018 21:39
  According to a new report by PWInsider.com, WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has been in talks with WWE regarding a potential return to the company.
  The report adds talks began several weeks ago, and as of now there is no word on whether or not the two sides have come to any sort of an agreement regarding Hogan’s return.
  WWE did issue the following statement to PWInsider.com, however, confirming that as of now, no contract between WWE and Hogan has been signed:
  “We have had discussions w
  
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• FITE Announces Live TV Programming Schedule From New Orleans For ROH Supercard And WWN Live Shows

  22-03-2018 21:39 via mandatory.com
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  FITE issued the following:ROH Wrestling Supercard and WWNLive Super Shows set to air on FITE Live April 4-8
  It is that time of the year again when pro wrestling fans unite for a weekend-long celebration of pro wrestling in New Orleans. The biggest wrestling gathering is also the busiest weekend on FITE.TV with a schedule featuring 10 live events and special field reports from FITE’s own SoCal Val.
  Once again, FITE will be the broadcast partner for some of the best wre
  
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• Daniel Bryan Comments On The ‘Greatest Royal Rumble’, His Thoughts On Fame, Serving As Smackdown GM

  22-03-2018 21:36 via mandatory.com
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  Daniel Bryan recently spoke with William Mullaly for Al Arabiya English; you can read a few highlights below:
  This was noted as the last interview conducted before Bryan was cleared for a WWE in-ring return this week. 
  Daniel Bryan comments on the Greatest Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia: This is something that I’m really excited about. I don’t know if I’m coming or not, but I’m crossing my fingers that I am c
  
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• The Latest On WWE’s Plans For Roman Reigns After WrestleMania (Possible Spoilers)

  22-03-2018 20:43 via mandatory.com
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  According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Roman Reigns is slotted to feud with Samoa Joe after WrestleMania.
  This could be a potential spoiler for Reigns challenging Brock Lesnar for the WWE Universal Championship at Mania on April 8th, but that is not entirely clear.
  Joe has been out of action with an injury for the past few months, and this would be a high-profile role for him upon his return.
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• Daniel Bryan Will Undergo Medical Tests After All Of His Future WWE Matches

  22-03-2018 20:25 via mandatory.com
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  Today the Wrestling Observer Newsletter is reporting that following his medical clearance to return to in-ring action Daniel Bryan will have to undergo impact tests and medical evaluations following every match he performs in for the foreseeable future.
  The Observer’s Dave Melzter clarifies that both Bryan and WWE have agreed to this:
  “The only difference between him and every other wrestler on the roster is that part of his agreement when gett
  
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• Latest On MLW Signing TV Deal; Announcement Expected In The Next Few Weeks

  22-03-2018 20:02 via mandatory.com
   
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  MLW, the revived independent promotion ran by former WWE creative writer Court Bauer  reportedly has signed a cable TV deal with an undisclosed outlet according to a report today by PWInsider.
  Today’s report states the signing will be announced by the cable network itself within the next few weeks.
  MLW has also applied for trademark ‘MLW  Fusion’ which could possibly be the name of the potential series.
  Subscribe to PWInisder he
  
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• Cards Released For WWE UK Tour Following WrestleMania; Another Injured Star Returning, UK Talents Appearing

  22-03-2018 19:50
  As we noted yesterday, injured WWE Raw star Samoa Joe is being advertised for the May 7th WWE Raw taping at the Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York.
  WWE has since released line-ups for the post-WrestleMania WWE UK tour kicking off in May. The cards are of course subject to change and could be altered due to the results of WrestleMania 34 and/or a possible Superstar Shakeup, but below is what WWE is currently advertising for both brands:
  WWE Raw Live Events:
  -Roman Reigns vs. Samoa Joe
  WWE I
  
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• Welterweight Wrestling Weekly #1: What Is Welterweight Wrestling?, Confirmed WW3 Stars (Photos), Ace Perry v Nate Wings (Full Match), More

  22-03-2018 19:46 via mandatory.com
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  Welterweight Wrestling News – March 21, 2018
  Welcome to this special weekly update on all things Welterweight Wrestling, where we’ll be detailing talent & match announcements, video clips & full free matches, PPV and MP4 details, late-breaking news and much more! Right now, we are counting down to our return to pay-per-view, as Welterweight 3 takes place LIVE from Cleveland, OH on Sunday, April 29 at 5PM EST! You can watch anywhere around
  
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• Baron Corbin On How Amazing Daniel Bryan’s WWE Ring Return Will Be, This Year’s Andre the Giant Battle Royal

  22-03-2018 19:39
  WWE Smackdown star Baron Corbin recently spoke with Mike Jones of DC101 and below are some interview highlights.
  On the Andre The Giant Memorial Battle Royal:
  My opportunity if I win this that’s another thing on my list of accomplishments, the 2 time Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal, would be huge on there. I mean obviously no one has done it so rolling into 2018 it would be a good start for me for this year. Look at what happened last year with Dean Ambrose who came up short but they
  
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• Terry Funk Dismisses A Trump Vs. Biden Fight; Challenges Both To A Handicap Match

  22-03-2018 19:27 via mandatory.com
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  In response to former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump throwing physical threats at each other this week, wrestling legend Terry Funk has chimed in with Deadspin on a prospective brawl between the two politicians:
  “If those guys went at it, it would be a very, very sh*tty thing to watch.”
  The WWE Hall of Famer then stated he could successfully fight both Biden and Trump at the same time
  
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• Sean Waltman Opens Up About Daniel Bryan Getting Cleared, Regretting His Mark Henry Black Face Impression, The Ultimate Deletion, More

  22-03-2018 19:02 via mandatory.com
  Wrestlezone’s Nick Hausman is the special guests on Sean Waltman’s “X-Pac 12360”  this week and breaks down the latest in wrestling news!
  Download the podcast version on iTunes HERE or download the podcast version for android HERE
  You can find some transcribed highlights below. Please credit X-Pac 12360 for the transcriptions.
  Exclusive: Vince McMahon Expected Ultimate Deletion To Bomb, Is WWE Considering It A Success?, Will There Be More Content Like It?, More
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• WWE Signs Former NFL Star Pat McAfee For NXT Takeover

  22-03-2018 18:34 via mandatory.com
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  WWE announced today that they have signed former Indianapolis Colts punter Pat McAfee to a deal as a pre-show panelist for WWE NXT. McAfee confirmed the news on on Twitter:Signed a @WWE contract today… Can’t wait 2 rock the mic Wrestle Mania weekend with @WWENXT.. Living a real dream right now~> https://t.co/37znJGUJUX pic.twitter.com/en5DOi66PC
  — Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) March 21, 2018WWE posted the following details today about M
  
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• John Cena On a Possible Transgender WWE Wrestler (Video), Hall of Famer Endorses Kane, 5 Daniel Bryan Dream Matches

  22-03-2018 18:31
  WWE has released a new article listing 5 dream matches the company wants to see for Daniel Bryan, and the list includes AJ Styles, Kurt Angle, and Shinsuke Nakamura. Just yesterday, ProWrestling.com’s Matthew Wilkinson ranked 5 Daniel Bryan dream matches and you can check the list out at this link.
  Hall of Famer Endorses Kane
  TMZ Sports recently caught up with WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley, and during the interview, Foley endorsed Kane, real name Glenn Jacobs, as he campaigns to be the Mayo
  
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• Big Backstage Update On WWE UK Promotion and TV Taping Plans, Former NFL Player “Signs” NXT Contract (Photos)

  22-03-2018 18:11
  According to The Wrestling Observer Newsletter, there has been a lot of movement as of late with regards to the long-speculated WWE UK project.
  Initial plans for the project began when WWE launched the UK Title Tournament, and since then WWE has booked, then quietly canceled, many UK TV taping dates.
  The Observer notes WWE does have a date booked in December in Margate, Kent, and as we noted before the company recently re-signed top UK talents Tyler Bate, Pete Dunne, Wolfgang, Trent Seven and Ma
  
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• Most Watched WWE Network Shows, Behind-the-Scenes “Cena Family” Video, WWE 2K18 Attitude Era Finishers (Videos)

  22-03-2018 17:56
  WWE has released the above and below videos.
  See how John Cena managed to play every member of his extended family in the hilarious commercial, and be sure to tune-in to the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards this Saturday, 3/24, at 8/7c.
  From the moment Mankind pulled out Mr. Socko to the way the Texas Rattlesnake would stalk his prey before giving them a kick to the gut, check out the finishing maneuvers that made the WWE Universe explode during its Attitude Era!
  
  Most Watched WWE N
  
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• Mick Foley Endorses Kane For Mayor; WWE Files Trademarks On Several Superstars

  22-03-2018 17:53 via mandatory.com
  Mick Foley at The Ice House Comedy Club on August 12, 2014 in Pasadena, California.
  Mick Foley Endores Kane For Mayor Of Knox County
  TMZ Sports interviewed Mick Foley today where he endorsed fellow WWE superstar Kane (real name Glean Jacobs) in his campaign to become the Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee.
  Foley who has publicly expressed liberal views in the past, notes he’s supporting Jacobs despite him running as a Republican because he’s an “honorable man”:RELA
  
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• Triple H On Passion Of NXT Stars, John Cena Unimpressed with Corvette (Videos), WWE Trademarks Superstar Names

  22-03-2018 17:39
  Above is the latest episode of John Cena’s “Auto Geek” series.
  While John Cena isn’t too impressed with the 2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, his co-host Eric “No Knees” Johnson loves this american muscle car.
  WWE Trademarks Superstar Names
  According to PWInsider.com, WWE has recently applied to trademark the names Bobby Roode, Rich Swann, Brian Kendrick and TJP.
  As noted, WWE parted ways with Rich Swann earlier this year following a domestic incident involving Swa
  
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• 5 Star Wrestling Closing Down; Issues Statement

  22-03-2018 17:12 via mandatory.com
  5 Star Wrestling Ends Operation; Issues Statement On Closure
  The UK’s 5 Star Wrestling has announced they will cease operation.
  The following post on the company’s website confirms the news and information for ticket customers:It is with deepest regret we have to inform our customers that the company has ceased to trade and no further events are to be held.
  The company is to proceed into liquidation in due course.
  All customers of the company who have not received tickets purchased
  
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• The Very Latest On Bray Wyatt’s WWE Future Following Ultimate Deletion, WWE Re-Signs Top UK Stars, More

  22-03-2018 17:10
  As seen on WWE Raw this week, Ultimate Deletion concluded with Bray Wyatt “deleted” in the Lake of Reincarnation, and following the match, there has been speculation regarding the future of the Wyatt character in WWE.
  The WWE storylines have indicated Bray Wyatt’s “body” has not been found in Hardy’s Lake, so it is unknown when Wyatt will be making his return to TV, or whether or not the feud with Matt Hardy will continue. As of this writing, neither Hardy nor
  
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• Feast or Fired Briefcases Revealed & Monster’s Ball On Impact Tonight, Brandi Rhodes Sends Message to Omega (Video)

  22-03-2018 16:59
  The following matches and segments have been announced for tonight’s Impact Wrestling:
  Monster’s Ball Match:-Kongo Kong with Jimmy Jacobs vs. Abyss with Jim Mitchell
  -Feast or Fired Briefcases are revealed
  -Impact Knockouts Champion Allie vs. Sienna
  -Also appearing on the show tonight are Impact World Champion Austin Aries, Alberto el Patron and more.
  Above and below are several preview videos for tonight’s Impact:
  Weeks after breaking Eddie Edwards’ orbital bone with a b
  
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• Latest On WWE UK TV Show; 5 Superstars Sign New Deals

  22-03-2018 16:42 via mandatory.com
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  In the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter Dave Meltzer reports that WWE is still pursuing the development of a UK TV show, with a date booked in Margate, Kent.
  The report also notes that other dates have been booked in the past for similar events only to be quietly cancelled.
  Also, WWE United Kingdom Champion Pete Dunne,  Trent Seven, Tyler Bate, Wolfgang, and Mark Andrews have all signed new deals with WWE.
  The company has also signed a new w
  
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• Matt Hardy On ‘Submerging’ Hulk Hogan in the Lake of Reincarnation, Jim Cornette On Mark Henry in the WWE Hall of Fame

  22-03-2018 16:40
  On the latest edition of Jim Cornette’s “Talking Sense” podcast, host Jim Cornette discussed Mark Henry’s induction into the WWE Hall of Fame. You can listen to Cornette’s comment above.
  From The Jim Cornette Experience #224 w/ Jim Ross – Corny talks about one of his favourite wrestlers of the modern era to work with in “The World’s Strongest Man” Mark Henry, and why his WWE Hall of Fame 2018 induction is well deserved.
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• 7 Must-See Daniel Bryan WWE Feuds Now That He’s Cleared For Action

  22-03-2018 16:26 via mandatory.com
  Photo Credit: Getty, Daniel Bryan attends the WWE SummerSlam VIP party at Beverly Hills Hotel on August 15, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California.
  Praise the wrestling gods above—not JBL, in this case—because the Higher Power himself, Vince McMahon, has finally signed off on allowing Daniel Bryan to return to the ring.
  The announcement was made this Tuesday prior to SmackDown Live with Bryan making it official at the start of that show and ending the night eating a Helluva Kick and power
  
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• Exclusive: Impact Grand Champion Josh Mathews on Backlash from Being Gifted the Title, Being Hated by the IWC, Being a Spirit Guide, More

  22-03-2018 16:05 via mandatory.com
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  WrestleZone’s Lovell Porter was granted the opportunity today to speak with Impact Wrestling Grand Champion Josh Mathews.
  You can find some highlights from WrestleZone’s interview with Josh Mathews below.
  Be sure to tune into Impact Wrestling this Thursday night at 8 pm EST on PopTV. You can follow our live coverage of the show starting at 7 pm EST on WrestleZone.com
  On how he was received at the start of his unconventional journey into the wo
  
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• Showtime Producing A Mauro Ranallo Documentary; Confirmed Matches For Tonight’s Impact

  22-03-2018 16:01 via mandatory.com
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  Showtime Producing A Mauro Ranallo Documentary
  According to the Wrestling Observer, Showtime is working on a documentary on Mauro Renallo and his battles with mental health through out his life and how he overcame them to become a host for some of the biggest boxing matches, Bellator MMA, and WWE.
  The documentary is set to be released in May.
  RELATED: William Regal Teases Major Announcement For Next Week’s NXT, Johnny Gargano Comments On Attacking Tomma
  
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• The Very Latest On Paige’s WWE In-Ring Status and Future, Director’s Cut Video of The Undertaker’s Streak Ending (Video)

  22-03-2018 15:23
  WWE has released the above video.
  Relive the infamous night when the greatest Streak in sports-entertainment history ended with this unique presentation of The Undertaker vs. Brock Lesnar from WrestleMania 30.
  The Very Latest On Paige’s WWE In-Ring Status and Future
  With this week’s breaking news that Daniel Bryan has been medically cleared by WWE to return the ring, many fans have been wondering if the WWE decision will have any effect on Absolution leader Paige’s WWE in-ring
  
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• Konnan Dealing with Complications Following Recent Hip Surgery, Fans to Vote On Stipulation for Big MLW Match

  22-03-2018 15:06
  As noted, Impact Wrestling star Konnan recently underwent another hip replacement surgery.
  Following what was said to be a successful surgery, The Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports Konnan is now suffering from an infection related to the procedure. As a result of the infection, Konnan will now be seeking a second opinion which could result in the prolonged use of antibiotics or even a second surgery.
  Fans to Vote On Stipulation for Big MLW Match
  MLW has issued the following:
  VOTE ON STIPULAT
  
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• Jim Ross & Jerry Lawler Set To Reunite For Big Event On WWE Network

  22-03-2018 15:03 via mandatory.com
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  Jim Ross & Jerry Lawler Set To Reunite For Big Event On WWE Network
  According to PWInsider, Jerry Lawler stated on his podcast that Jim Ross and himself will reunite on commentary for the Greatest Royal Rumble on April 27th from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia,which will broadcast on the WWE Network.
  The report adds that sources say WWE is doing “every move possible” to make the first show in a 10 year agreement with Saudi Arabia social and economic program Vision 2030,
  
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• Roman Reigns Addresses The Recent Steroid Scandal, Facing Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania, Ronda Rousey In WWE

  22-03-2018 14:57
  WWE Superstar, Roman Reigns was a guest on the Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast this week and he addressed the recent steroid scandal surrounding him and wrestling Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania 34, below are some highlights:
  The steroid scandal:
  “At one point it’s like who is this, what did I do? I am just sitting at home doing dad stuff then all of a sudden this happens. It’s a good lesson of where we are at, my Twitter is a billboard and some people want to use it in a positive o
  
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• WWE On Roman Reigns’ Condition at WrestleMania, Special Guest For NXT Takeover Pre-Show, Styles – Nakamura

  22-03-2018 14:47
  WWE.com has released an early preview for Raw on Monday night at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, and the preview questions if Roman Reigns will be at 100% for his match at WrestleMania 34:
  As Roman Reigns was in the process of being taken into custody by U.S. Marshals for violating his suspension this past Monday night, Universal Champion Brock Lesnar brutally attacked the handcuffed Big Dog, who needed to be rushed to a local medical facility in the wake of one of the
  
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• Former WWE Star Gangrel Discusses Training Rusev, The Broods Entrance, What Made The Attitude Era Great

  22-03-2018 14:44
  Former WWE Superstar, Gangrel, recently spoke to WSVN-TV Miami Entertainment reporter Chris Van Vliet about training current WWE star, Rusev and more. Below are some highlights of the interview with a h/t to Rajah.com for the transcription.
  Gangrel on training Rusev:
  “He’s always been a good guy and had a funny personality but I think his wife is a good asset to him, she brings a lot of the clown out in him. He deserves everything he’s got, he’s like the American dream. H
  
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• Konnan Suffers Complications After Hip Surgery; Corbin Teases Making ‘IMPACT’ At Mania (Video)

  22-03-2018 14:39 via mandatory.com
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  Konnan Suffers Complications After Hip Replacement
  According to the Wrestling Observer, Konnan who recently underwent a hip  replacement is suffering from complications with the procedure.
  The wrestling legend unfortunately got an infection,  forcing him to seek a second opinion on a possible second surgery, and he may need to be on antibiotics for nine weeks.
  RELATED: Exclusive: LAX’s Santana On The Barbwire Massacre Match, Skewerin
  
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• NXT Hypes Ricochet’s Debut (Video), Hall of Famer Returning to the Ring at the ‘Greatest Royal Rumble’ Event?

  22-03-2018 14:28
  WWE has released the above video, hyping Ricochet’s NXT TV debut.
  You’ve heard all about Ricochet, and soon you’ll get to see him compete inside the yellow ropes of NXT. Video courtesy of the award-winning WWE Network.
  Hall of Famer Returning to the Ring at the ‘Greatest Royal Rumble’ Event?
  As we noted last night, WWE Hall of Famer Jerry Lawler announced on a recent episode of his “Dinner with the King” podcast that he and Jim Ross will be traveling to
  
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• Daniel Bryan Provides Update On His WWE Contract, Goldust Hints At Retirement, Is He Now ALL IN?

  22-03-2018 14:27
  WWE SmackDown Live general manager, Daniel Bryan, has provided an update on when his current WWE contract ends after being medically cleared to return to wrestling. Bryan spoke with Al Arabiya English on the subject which you can see below with a h/t to IWNerd.com for the transcription.
  “No, no. I had somebody say that to me on my Twitter. They said, does your contract expire on September 23rd? And I was like, how do people even know that. But no, my contract actually runs out Se
  
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• AJ Styles On If He Feels Pressure For WrestleMania 34, Having Match Of The Night, Provides Injury Update

  22-03-2018 14:09
  WWE Champion, AJ Styles, took part in an international media call this week to hype WWE WrestleMania 34 and provided an update on the injury rumors and if he feels pressure to have the match of the night. Below are some highlights of the interview courtesy of the Daily Mirror.
  If he feels pressure for WrestleMania 34:
  “I don’t know that there’s that much pressure, I feel like him and I can have a great match no matter what. It’s going to happen. There is a little bit of p
  
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• Vader Provides Health Update, Cody Rhodes on Takeover New Orleans vs ROH, ALL IN Want Podcasters

  22-03-2018 13:53
  Wrestling legend, Vader, has provided fans with an update on the health of his heart after spending last week in surgery.
  Unfortunately, Big Van Vader wasn’t sharing positive news. He noted on Twitter that the doctors attempted to clean out his heart with catheter surgery, but were unsuccessful in doing so.
  Cody Rhodes On NXT Takeover: New Orleans vs ROH
  Ring Of Honor star, Cody Rhodes responded to a fan who decided to choose to see ROH instead of NXT Takeover: New Orleans during WWE Wrest
  
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• 5 Star Wrestling Promotion Folds, Company Release Statement & Roster Members React

  22-03-2018 13:35
  British independent wrestling company, 5 Star Wrestling has announced this week that the promotion is officially folding, despite the fact that televised events were scheduled.
  Despite attempts to finish the remaining shows (which for fans who had purchased tickets can get refunded), 5 Star Wrestling announced on social media those shows would not be taking place.
  Unfortunately, the company who runs the events has been shut down which has forced 5 Star Wrestling to be canceled. The promotion had
  
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• Backstage News on When WWE Doctors Made the Decision to Clear Daniel Bryan & When He Was Informed

  22-03-2018 11:20
  As you’ve more than likely heard by now, Daniel Bryan has been officially cleared by WWE doctors to make a full-time return to the ring after retiring in 2016. The announcement was made on Tuesday prior to Smackdown Live, where WWE ran an angle involving Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn that will more than likely set up a tag team match at WrestleMania 34.
  According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Bryan was originally supposed to meet with head WWE doctor Joseph Maroon on March 27th for a f
  
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• Zack Sabre Jr Says Japanese Wrestling Has Become “Too Concerned w/ American B.S.”, Vows to Make Okada Submit

  22-03-2018 07:32
  As previously reported, 30-year-old British submission specialist Zack Sabre Jr. has won the 2018 New Japan Cup, and has earned the right to face Kazuchika Okada for the IWGP Heavyweight Championship. The bout will go down on April 1st at NJPW Sakura Genesis, just one week after the upcoming Strong Style Evolved event in Long Beach, CA.
  Following the New Japan Cup finals, Sabre sat down with members of the Japanese media to reflect on his first year with the company and set the stage before his
  
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