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• Hulk Hogan Appearing In New Music Video, Rikishi Pays Tribute To Brian Christopher (Photo)

  30-07-2018 23:39
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  Hulk Hogan Appearing In New Music Video
  Hulk Hogan is currently in Miami, leading to speculation from fans as to why he’d be traveling to the host city of tonight’s WWE RAW taping.
  Hogan was filming a music video for a track from Cedric Gervais; it appears his ‘getting the band back together’ Tweets from last week were unrelated to wrestling. Check out behind-the-scenes photos of Hogan in the video below:BTS ⁦@CedricGervais⁩ Mus
  
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• More On Possible Change to SummerSlam Title Match, Update On Moose’s Injury Status, WWE On YouTube Milestone

  30-07-2018 23:34
  As noted, WWE has been discussing the idea of changing up the planned Seth Rollins vs Dolph Ziggler match at SummerSlam, and according to F4WOnline.com, suggestions have been made in WWE to change the match up a bit, but nobody is sure where Vince McMahon stands on the issue. The situation should be clearer following tonight’s Raw.
  Update On Moose’s Injury Status
  According to F4WOnline.com, Impact Wrestling star Moose has yet to be cleared to return to the ring after suffering a
  
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• Lince Dorado Reportedly Injured, Rich Swann Signs Long-term Deal With Impact Wrestling

  30-07-2018 23:17
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  Lince Dorado Reportedly Injured
  WWE is reporting 205 Live star Lince Dorado ruptured a thumb ligament. No recovery time was mentioned, but Dorado will have to wear a cast until it heals:
  WWE.com has learned that cruiserweight Lince Dorado has suffered a ruptured thumb ligament and will have to wear a small cast.
  Check back with WWE.com for more details as they become available.
  Sasha Banks Marks Out Over New Eddie Guerrero Jacket; Drake Maverick Issues A Warning
  
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• Breaking News: John Cena and Nikki Bella Reportedly Officially End Their Relationship

  30-07-2018 23:16
  According to a new report by TMZ.com, WWE stars John Cena and Nikki Bella have officially ended their relationship, and it’s reportedly not part of a WWE or Total Bellas related storyline, but the couple is, in fact, telling close friends they are finished.
  The report adds sources close to the couple have stated John Cena and Nikki Bella have grown apart figuratively, and also literally, as Cena has been making long trips to China recently to film his new movie “Project X”.
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• Rich Swann Signs Long-Term Deal With Impact Wrestling, WWE Announces Injury to 205 Live Star

  30-07-2018 23:10
  It appears as if Lince Dorado will be out of action for an undisclosed amount of time, as WWE.com has announced the following on the 205 Live star:
  “WWE.com has learned that cruiserweight Lince Dorado has suffered a ruptured thumb ligament and will have to wear a small cast. Check back with WWE.com for more details as they become available.”
  Former WWE Champion Signs Longterm Deal With Impact Wrestling
  Impact Wrestling has announced that former WWE Cruiserweight Champi
  
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• Exclusive: Abyss On If He Has Re-Signed w/ Impact As A Performer Or Producer, Impact’s Momentum, Burning Out The Orlando Crowd, More

  30-07-2018 23:03
  WrestleZone Radio has just released an exclusive interview with newly re-signed Impact Wrestling star Abyss!
  WrestleZone has provided several transcribed quotes from Abyss’ interview below.
  Related: Abyss Officially Re-Signs w/ Impact Wrestling
  On whether his new Impact Wrestling contract is a wrestling contract or a producer contract:
  Abyss: It’s going to be both. I will continue my roles as an agent, a producer and a talent as well. You’ll still see some of Abyss, and m
  
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• Konnan Talks About Impact Wrestling’s Turnaround, Getting Out Of Orlando, Praises Slammiversary

  30-07-2018 22:52
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  Thanks to Himanshu D for the following: 
  Konnan was on the Keepin It 100 podcast on The Jericho Network and spoke about Slammiversary, the current IMPACT Wrestling product and management. You can listen to the podcast here.On the IMPACT Wrestling turnaround:“What was amazing to me was that when the Hardy Boyz left and Jeremy Borash left, I was like, ‘Wow man, this place is gonna be f***ed’, you know what I’m saying? That’s a big
  
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• WZ Daily Goes LIVE On Facebook Today At 5pm CST; What Will Lesnar & Rousey Do On RAW?

  30-07-2018 22:50
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  WrestleZone’s signature, daily, pro wrestling punditry show, WZ Daily, returns today at 5 pm CST!
  WZ Daily will now be hosted by WZ & 101WKQX’s Kevin Kellam and will feature a regular rotation of guest co-hosts and stars from around the world of pro wrestling.
  WZ Daily will go LIVE on WZ’s Facebook page Monday through Thursday at 5pm CST every week with occasional “Fun Friday” editions.
  New host Kevin Kellam had the follo
  
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• Sting Comments On If He’s Really Done Wrestling, Talks About Finding God, Not Knowing Hulk Hogan’s Star Power Before He Broke Into Wrestling

  30-07-2018 22:48
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  Sting is the latest guest on the ‘Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia” podcast; you can read a few highlights and listen to the full show below:
  Growing up with his dysfunctional family:“My mom tried to get us to go to church on Sundays and my Dad didn’t want to have anything to do with it and we didn’t want to go to church. We wanted to go to the lake, we wanted to go to the beach, we didn’t want to live by a set of r
  
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• Alexa Bliss On When WWE Women Found Out About Evolution, Elias Doc Bonus Scenes, Classic Too Cool Match (Videos)

  30-07-2018 22:32
  In the above video, WWE Raw Women’s Champion Alexa Bliss spoke with Chris Van Vliet, and during the interview, Bliss talked Ronda Rousey in WWE, the upcoming Evolution PPV and more. On the subject of WWE Evolution, Bliss revealed the women of WWE found out at the exact moment the announcement was made that the PPV was going to happen.
  Elias Doc Bonus Scenes, Classic Too Cool Match
  WWE has released the following bonus footage from tonight’s Elias documentary will air on WWE Network im
  
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• The Young Bucks to Face Impact Team on Y2J Cruise, Impact Wrestling Preview, Classic Matt Hardy & Sabu Bouts (Videos)

  30-07-2018 22:26
  Impact Wrestling has released the above and below videos.
  Austin Aries puts up the World Championship against one of Anthony Carelli’s young students THIS THURSDAY on IMPACT!
  In a battle of icons, Matt Hardy squares off with “The Whole F’n Show” Rob Van Dam in this classic full match from TNA Against All Odds 2011!“The Alpha Male” Monty Brown clashes with “The Death-Defying Maniac” Sabu in this hard-hitting classic full match from The Asylum!
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• Madison Rayne Comments On Mae Young Classic, More WWE/EVOLVE Crossover, Ciampa On Making NXT His Home

  30-07-2018 22:20
  Following today’s news that Madison Rayne has been added to the Mae Young Classic, Rayne commented on competing in the tournament this year with the following Tweet:You guys! We’re going to the @MaeYoungClassic! Honored and thrilled are both huge understatements!!https://t.co/02Tx9i6TCv
  — Madison Rayne (@MadisonRayne) July 30, 2018More WWE/EVOLVE Crossover
  WWN Live has issued the following:
  WWE continues to show its support for EVOLVE while history is made. Let’s get to i
  
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• Raw Superstars Train With Manchester United, Bonus Clip From Elias’ Documentary

  30-07-2018 21:47
  MIAMI, FL – JULY 30: (EXCLUSIVE COVERAGE) Eric Bailly of Manchester United in action during a training session as part of their pre-season tour of the USA at Barry University on July 30, 2018, in Miami, Florida. (Photo by John Peters/Man Utd via Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Eric Bailly
  Raw Superstars Train With Manchester United
  WWE retweeted media of Raw Superstars Drew McIntyre, Apollo Crews, Titus O’Neil, and Dana Brooke training with Manchester United:It was great to welco
  
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• Evolution Steals The Show As SmackDown Live & RAW Hit The Fast Lane Towards SummerSlam

  30-07-2018 21:45
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  The following editorial was written by Geoffrey Rowland and does not reflect the opinions of WrestleZone as a whole. We encourage you all to discuss Geoff’s thoughts in the comments section at the bottom of this post or by tweeting him @Geoff_Rowland
  After about a month at a slow pace, both RAW and SmackDown Live took the entrance ramp onto the fast lane to SummerSlam this week. Both shows offered a ton of clarity as the card went from one confirmed match to six matc
  
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• Impact Wrestling vs. ROH Dream Tag Team Match Confirmed For Jericho Cruise

  30-07-2018 21:14
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  Impact Wrestling has confirmed via Twitter that a dream tag team match will take place on Chris Jericho‘s cruise. It’ll be ROH vs. Impact as LAX goes to war with The Young Bucks:It's official!
  An IMPACT vs. @ringofhonor dream match on the @jericho_cruise!The Young Bucks (@MattJackson13 and @NickJacksonYB) vs. LAX (@Ortiz5150 and @SantanaLAX) for the first time ever!Book your cabin NOW at https://t.co/ZwIeBjSK4E! @IAmJericho pic.twitter.com/4SwkUQvxxW
  
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• Madison Rayne Comments On Her Involvement In The Mae Young Classic

  30-07-2018 20:58
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  Earlier today it was announced that former Impact Knockouts Champion Madison Rayne would be involved in this year’s Mae Young Classic. The Killer Queen reacted on Twitter:You guys! We’re going to the @MaeYoungClassic! Honored and thrilled are both huge understatements!!https://t.co/02Tx9i6TCv
  — Madison Rayne (@MadisonRayne) July 30, 2018RELATED: Former Impact Wrestling Champion Announced For The Mae Young Classic; More Details
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• Former Diva On If WWE Can ‘Handle Her’ at Evolution, Ronda Rousey Hypes Raw Return, Gail Kim Takes a Jab at WWE

  30-07-2018 20:49
  Responding to a fan on Twitter, Gail Kim took a small shot at WWE questioning whether or not the comment was coming from a “WWE bot”:Then go about your business then. If you don’t like hearing her opinion then stop replying to her tweet knowing you will get a reaction troll. BTW consider yourself Blocked #BYEFELICIA
  — Mark Irby (@MarkIrby1) July 30, 2018
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• WWE Hypes Elias Documentary, Former WWE Diva Says She Isn’t PG When Commenting On Possible Evolution Appearance

  30-07-2018 20:19
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  WWE Hypes Elias Documentary
  WWE tweeted out the following hype for the Elias documentary airing immediately after Raw on WWE NetworkTune into Walk With @IAmEliasWWE tonight after #RAW on @WWENetwork! https://t.co/QFbhKDhgU7
  — WWE (@WWE) July 30, 2018
  Ladies and gentlemen, @IAmEliasWWE! Tune in TONIGHT after #RAW for #WalkWithElias: The Documentary only on @WWENetwork! pic.twitter.com/UGOjCOJXMw
  — WWE Network (@WWENetwork) July 30, 2018RELATED:&nbs
  
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• Sting On Why He Did Not Go to WWE At First, If He Is Officially Retired, Growing Up in a Dysfunctional Family, Infidelity

  30-07-2018 20:09
  In the newest episode of “Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia”, Lilian sits down with WWE Hall of Famer, Sting. Sting takes us back to the beginning; growing up in Southern California after moving from Nebraska, and how he handled living in a dysfunctional family. He talks about his love of basketball yet why he wasn’t able to make that a career and how he felt he was going nowhere in his life. You won’t believe how he met Hulk Hogan for the first time, and what 80&rsqu
  
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• Ronda Rousey Hypes Her And Lesnar Appearing On The Same Raw, Everything You Need To Know Before Raw (Video)

  30-07-2018 19:59
  Photo by Bryan Steffy/Getty Images for WWE
  Ronda Rousey Hypes Her And Lesnar Appearing On The Same Raw
  Tonight’s Raw should be an explosive one with Ronda Rousey and Universal Champion Brock Lesnar scheduled to appear. Ronda shared this brief plug on Twitter:Don’t miss Monday Night #RAW tonight on @usa_network!!!! The #BeastandtheBaddest are back!!!! pic.twitter.com/gDnnGrs0MQ
  — Ronda Rousey (@RondaRousey) July 30, 2018RELATED: RAW Preview & Discussion Thread
  
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• Update: Complete Sheriff’s Statement On The Death of Brian Christopher

  30-07-2018 19:44
  As noted, Hardeman County Sheriff John Doolen issued a statement to WMC-TV in Memphis regarding Sunday’s death of Brian Christopher, and below is the full Sheriff’s statement, obtained by PWInsider.com:
  SHERIFF DOOLENLAWLER STATEMENT7/30/18
  Mr. Lawler, a resident of Hardeman County, was arrested for third offense DUI, driving on a revoked driver’s license and felony evading arrest.  Mr. Lawler’s bond was set at $40.000.  He appeared before the Jud
  
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• Former Impact Wrestling Champion Announced For The Mae Young Classic; More Details

  30-07-2018 19:43
  Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons
  WWE.com posted an article announcing three new competitors for the 2018 Mae Young Classic. These names are:Ashley Rayne
  Xia Brookside
  Priscilla KellyAshley is, of course, best known as Madison Rayne from Impact Wrestling. She was a staple of their Knockouts division, just losing to Su Yung at this past week’s Slammiversary event. A major get for the WWE. Congratulations to all involved! To read the full article, click the hyperlink above.BREAKING: @MadisonRa
  
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• 205 Live Star Hospitalized, Nikki Bella Fears She’ll Regret Calling Off Engagement, What to Know Before Raw (Videos)

  30-07-2018 19:40
  WWE has released the above and below bonus videos from Sunday’s “Total Bellas” season finale:
  Not even a playful Birdie can completely lighten the mood when Nikki Bella is faced with a hard decision about her impending wedding.
  Brie Bella and Kathy lend their support and offer advice to Nikki Bella after she cancels her wedding with John Cena.What will happen when Brock Lesnar and Ronda Rousey both return to the red brand? Here is your preview for tonight’s Raw.205 Live S
  
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• Breaking News: Madison Rayne and Two More Names Announced for Mae Young Classic

  30-07-2018 19:29
  WWE.com has announced the following:
  Multi-time champion Ashley Rayne, the fast-rising Priscilla Kelly and 19-year-old wunderkind Xia Brookside are the latest athletes to be confirmed for this year’s Mae Young Classic.
  The 32-woman tournament, which features competitors from around the globe, kicks off on WWE Network later this summer, with the finals taking place at WWE’s historic and first all-women’s pay-per-view, WWE Evolution, on Oct. 28.
  A 13-year ring veteran from Columb
  
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• Meet And Greet With Stephanie And Triple H Announced, Stephanie Comments

  30-07-2018 19:23
  Photo by Steve Granitz/WireImage
  WWE announced via Twitter that Triple H and Stephanie McMahon will be doing a special meeting greet to benefit Connor’s Cure during SummerSlam weekend:Join @TripleH and @StephMcMahon for a special #SummerSlam Meet & Greet to benefit @ConnorsCure on Friday, August 17 at @barclayscenter! https://t.co/eJgkwZvsq5 pic.twitter.com/SXXFcH22Lw
  — WWE (@WWE) July 30, 2018RELATED: Triple H Makes First Public Statement After Brian Christopher Passing
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• Paige Announces Singles Match For WWE Smackdown, Batista Reveals Signed Petition to Rehire ‘Guardians’ Director

  30-07-2018 19:13
  After Lana and Zelina Vega had a spat on Twitter earlier today, Smackdown GM Paige made Vega vs Lana official for WWE Smackdown Live this week:Well. @Zelina_VegaWWE and @LanaWWE have certainly been … ahem… vocal about their feelings this weekend. SO let’s take this off the internet and bring it into the ring. I am making it official. Zelina vs. Lana TOMORROW NIGHT on #SDLive
  — PAIGE (@RealPaigeWWE) July 30, 2018Batista Reveals Signed Petition to Rehire Ousted ‘Gua
  
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• Kelly Kelly Makes the Save at House of Hardcore Event, Wyatt Gets New Tattoo (Photos), HHH & Stephanie SSlam News

  30-07-2018 19:07
  Former WWE star Kelly Kelly, who is reportedly interested in making her return to WWE, appeared at the House of Hardcore event over the weekend in Philadelphia and gave an assist to Chelsea Green. Following Green’s match, Kelly hit the ring and broke up a post-match beatdown then celebrated in the ring with Green:WHOA @HouseofHardcoreSURPRISE@TheBarbieBlank helps @ImChelseaGreen#hoh43 pic.twitter.com/cbJPidEUwA
  — Tommy Dreamer (@THETOMMYDREAMER) July 30, 2018Bray Wyatt Gets New Tatto
  
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• Paige Announces Grudge Match For SmackDown Live

  30-07-2018 19:01
  SmackDown General Manager Paige has just announced that Lana will square off with Zelina Vega on tomorrow’s episode of Smackdown Live:Well. @Zelina_VegaWWE and @LanaWWE have certainly been … ahem… vocal about their feelings this weekend. SO let’s take this off the internet and bring it into the ring. I am making it official. Zelina vs. Lana TOMORROW NIGHT on #SDLive
  — PAIGE (@RealPaigeWWE) July 30, 2018This is an interesting match as both women have been primaril
  
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• Preview Austin Aries’ Title Defense On This Week’s Impact (Video), Relive SummerSlam 1997

  30-07-2018 18:46
  Photo Credit: RING OF HONOR/Joe DeFalco
  Preview Austin Aries’ Title Defense On This Week’s Impact (Video)
  Impact Wrestling posted the following video on YouTube:
  Austin Aries puts up the World Championship against one of Anthony Carelli‘s young students THIS THURSDAY on IMPACT!RELATED: Sami Callihan Says Pentagon And Fenix Will Pay
  Relive SummerSlam 1997
  In continuing the tradition of posting 60-second recaps of every SummerSlam ever, WWE tweeted out this recap of 199
  
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• WWE Pulls Talent From Mae Young Classic, Top Star Reportedly Drawing Well For NXT, Ember Moon and Breeze Game (Video)

  30-07-2018 18:30
  UpUpDownDown has released the above video.
  Our heroes EMBER MOON, AUSTIN CREED, BRENNAN WILLIAMS and TYLER BREEZE continue their long quest to escort a wagon-load of supplies to the town of Phandalin! The four unlikely friends ran into a gang of goblins last time. Now they must decide whether to continue down the path to the town, or follow the goblin footsteps for some possible treasures in this second chapter of Dungeons & Dragon (Fifth Edition)!
  Top Star Reportedly Drawing Well For NXT
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• Breaking: Rey Mysterio & The Young Bucks in Huge Six Man Tag Match Officially Announced for “ALL IN”

  30-07-2018 18:22
  Above is the latest episode of “Being the Elite”, during which it is announced that Rey Mysterio will team up with Fenix and Bandido to face the team of The Young Bucks and Kota Ibushi in a six-man tag team match at “All In”.
  Following the announcement, below is the updated card for “ALL IN”, taking place on September 1st at The Sears Centre in Chicago:
  NWA World Title Match:-Nick Aldis (c) vs Cody Rhodes
  -Hangman Page vs Joey Janela
  -Kazuchika Okada vs Marty
  
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• RAW Preview & Discussion Thread: Lesnar Returns, Rousey’s Suspension Ends, Rollins v McIntyre, More

  30-07-2018 18:17
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  WrestleZone encourages you to begin your RAW discussion in the comments section below, in the WZ Forums or via 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 American Airlines Arena in Miami, FL.
  Here are WWE.com’s official Quick Hits prev
  
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• New Episode Of Being The Elite – Young Bucks All In Dream Match Announced, Cody Continues Bid For Election, Marty Bulks Up (Video)

  30-07-2018 18:14
  Photo Credit: WrestleZone, All In Press Conference
  Being The Elite has just posted a hilarious new episode on YouTube that also reveals The Young Bucks‘ match For Allin:
  Nick celebrates his birthday. The All In card takes shape.RELATED: Cody Rhodes Pays For A Fan’s Expenses At All In
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• Why Dolph Ziggler Missed Weekend WWE Events, Jericho Celebrating Anniversary, SummerSlam ’97 in 60 Seconds (Video)

  30-07-2018 18:07
  WWE IC Champion Dolph Ziggler was not at live events over the weekend, and PWInsider.com is reporting it is because Ziggler had the weekend off for his birthday.
  In related news, Ziggler appeared on a new episode of “Roast Battle” over the weekend, as seen below:After the Bruce Willis Roast stick around for two great roast battles. We have @toddbarry vs @brendonwalsh and @sarahtiana vs @HEELZiggler #BruceWillisRoast #RoastBattle @ComedyCentral
  — Jeff Ross (@realjeffreyross) Jul
  
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• Why Dolph Ziggler Missed Weekend WWE Events, Chris Jericho Celebrating Anniversary, SSlam ’97 in 60 Seconds (Video)

  30-07-2018 18:07
  WWE IC Champion Dolph Ziggler was not at live events over the weekend, and PWInsider.com is reporting it is because Ziggler had the weekend off for his birthday.
  Chris Jericho Celebrating Anniversary
  Chris Jericho posted the following on Instagram, noting he is celebrating his 18-year wedding anniversary:18 years ago I married this gorgeous rock of my life!I’m a little older, but she looks exactly the same!!
  A post shared byChris Jericho (@chrisjerichofozzy) on Jul 30, 2018 at 9:04am PDTSS
  
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• Sheriff and Bureau of Investigation Issue Statements On Brian Christopher Death, Why He Was Not On Suicide Watch

  30-07-2018 17:56
  John Doolen, The Sheriff of Hardeman County, released a statement today to WMC-TV in Memphis on the death of former WWE star Brian Christopher on Sunday.
  The statement noted that Christopher was not placed under suicide watch while jailed as he showed indications of being suicidal when he was arrested on DUI charges, reckless driving and evading police on July 6th.
  Furthermore, Doolen noted that Christopher was kept alone in jail due to his notoriety in the Memphis area as a professional wr
  
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• Sheriff & Bureau of Investigation Issue Statement On Brian Christopher Death, Why He Was Not On Suicide Watch

  30-07-2018 17:56
  John Doolen, The Sheriff of Hardeman County, released a statement today to WMC-TV in Memphis on the death of former WWE star Brian Christopher on Sunday.
  The statement noted that Christopher was not placed under suicide watch while jailed as he showed indications of being suicidal when he was arrested on DUI charges, reckless driving and evading police on July 6th.
  Furthermore, Doolen noted that Christopher was kept alone in jail due to his notoriety in the Memphis area as a professional wr
  
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• Major Name Spotted In Miami Today *Possible WWE Raw Spoiler*

  30-07-2018 17:30
  According to PWInsider.com, WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan and his wife have been spotted in Miami.
  Tonight’s episode of WWE Raw takes place in Miami at The American Airlines Arena, so Hogan is in the same city as tonight’s Raw. Given Hogan being reinstated to WWE back at Extreme Rules, it’s possible Hogan could make an appearance on Raw tonight, however that has yet to be confirmed.
  Stay tuned to ProWrestling.com for all the latest updates heading into Raw tonight, and be sure t
  
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• WWE Hershey Live Event Results (7/29): AJ Styles vs Samoa Joe, Rusev vs Andrade Almas, Low Attendance & More (Photos)

  30-07-2018 17:24
  WWE Hershey Live Event7/29/18Hershey, PAResults courtesy of F4WOnline.com
  – The show opened with a 10-bell salute for Nikolai Volkoff. NXT’s house show in Phoenix, Arizona also had a tribute to Volkoff and Brian Christopher.
  – United States Champion Shinsuke Nakamura defeated Jeff Hardy to retain his title
  – Sin Cara defeated Tye Dillinger
  – Becky Lynch & Lana defeated Mandy Rose & Sonya Deville
  – SmackDown Tag Team Champions The Bludgeon Brothers
  
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• Watch One of Nikolai Volkoff’s Final Interviews, More Details On Tonight’s Raw, Jeff Jarrett & Grado Sing (Videos)

  30-07-2018 16:58
  Shortly before his passing, Nikolai Volkoff spoke with Bill Apter of 1Wrestling.com to discuss the new documentary “350 Days”, and you can watch the brief interview in the above video player.
  This took place at www.legendsofthering.com and Nikolai was helping promote the excellent documentary he was part of called 350 Days. He was such a sweet-hearted wonderful man and I will miss my times with him. — Videography by Alex Domsky.
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• MLW Battle Riot Available Online (Full Video), Play ‘Where’s Waldo?’ With Kona Reeves (Photo)

  30-07-2018 16:56
  Photo Credit: MLW Wrestling
  MLW Battle Riot Available Online (Full Video)
  MLW has posted the entire Battle Riot event on-line:
  40 wrestlers collide in the first-ever Battle Riot match with the winner getting a World Heavyweight Title shot anytime anywhere!Play ‘Where’s Waldo?’ With Kona Reeves (Photo)
  In anticipation for their upcoming live event in Las Vegas over the weekend, NXT shared the following Where’s Waldo?-esque photo of Kona Reeves in a hotel pool: We are geari
  
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• Matt Jackson Teases Big “ALL IN” Match Announcement, Travis Banks On NXT UK Shows, Kevin Kelly Note

  30-07-2018 16:52
  We are set to gain another major ALL IN match announcement later on today as Matt Jackson of the Young Bucks has teased the news.
  Jackson put a tweet out stating that the match will be announced during the next episode of Being The Elite, which will drop later today.Wait until you see today’s @ALL_IN_2018 match announcement on a new #BeingTheElite. Stay tuned.
  — The Young Bucks (@MattJackson13) July 30, 2018Travis Banks On NXT UK
  NXT UK star, Travis Banks has posted about the recent
  
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• Billy Gunn Arm Wrestles Fan At London Comic Con, Sunday Night Heat’s Hottest Moments (Video)

  30-07-2018 16:41
  Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons
  Billy Gunn Arm Wrestles Fan At London Comic Con
  Hurricane Helms was at London Film & Comic Con over the weekend and he got to capture a moment of Billy Gunn arm wrestling a fan who was willing to fork over money for the moment. Billy puts the fan to shame, but attempts to return the money after his “Stallone in Over The Top” moment: Dude paid to arm wrestle @realbillygunn.So much fun here at London Film and Comic Con. Day 3 starting soon!
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• Flip Gordon Reportedly Signs New ROH Deal, Sabu Makes Controversial Comments After Volkoff and Christopher Deaths

  30-07-2018 16:38
  According to PWInsider.com, Flip Gordon recently signed a new, two-year deal with Ring of Honor.
  As of this writing, Gordon’s “ALL IN” status remains unconfirmed and most recently began a feud with Bully Ray in ROH.
  Sabu Makes Controversial Comments Following Volkoff & Christopher Deaths
  Following the deaths of Nikolai Volkoff and Brian Christopher on Sunday, ECW legend Sabu posted several controversial comments on Twitter, and you can read them below:Sweet I am safe ..wres
  
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• Rocky Romero Talks Differences Between New Japan And WWE, Kassius Ohno Talks WWE NXT Growth, Triple H Note

  30-07-2018 16:34
  Rocky Romero was recently interviewed by the Orlando Sentinel where he gave his opinion on what the difference is between New Japan and WWE.
  “We’re not about selfishness. It’s different with WWE. They’re telling wrestlers to reach for the brass ring and compete with each other for top spots.
  “The Japanese mentality is to work together to make the ship run better. It’s been instilled in me for a long time and now I’m passing it on to Sho and Yoh [of Roppo
  
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• Latest Details On Brian Christopher; Past Suicide Attempt, Why Jerry Lawler Did Not Publicly Acknowledge His Son, More

  30-07-2018 16:25
  Following the tragic death of former WWE star Brian Christopher on Sunday, Dave Meltzer provided more details on the past troubles Christopher faced in his life, as well as Christopher’s relationship with his father Jerry Lawler, and below is a recap of Meltzer’s comments on Wrestling Observer Radio.
  -Meltzer noted Christopher had been in prison for the past three weeks, stemming from the most recent arrest on DUI charges in which police found an open container in his car. Christophe
  
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• Promoter Shares Story On Brian Christopher’s Generosity, Jason Jordan Gets A New Look (Photo)

  30-07-2018 16:17
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  Promoter Shares Story On Brian Christopher’s Generosity
  Many friends, family and colleagues have been paying their respects to Brian Christopher, Nikolai Volkoff and Brickhouse Brown over the weekend by sharing memories on their interactions with the late wrestlers and a promoter from West Virginia had a real good one about Brian Christopher:
  I try only to judge people on how they treated me. One of the first times I ever met "Grandmaster Sexay" Brian
  
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• Matt Riddle to Face NXT UK Talents at Progress Events, Top 10 WWE Heat Moments (Video), Triple H On His B’Day

  30-07-2018 16:12
  WWE has released the above video.
  Since its inception in 1998, Sunday Night Heat served as a proving ground for every Superstar. In honor of its 20th anniversary, here are the 10 hottest moments in Sunday Night Heat history.
  Triple H On His B’Day
  As noted, Triple H celebrated his birthday on Sunday, and below is The Game’s thank you to fans featuring a photo of him, Stephanie McMahon and his daughters:Thank you for all the birthday wishes… #humbled #LifeIsGood #FamilyWeekend p
  
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• New Japan Need To Watch (7/30) G1 Climax Night 11 *No Spoilers*

  30-07-2018 15:50
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  New Japan Pro Wrestling continued their G1 Climax tournament on Monday. Since the show began at 6am EDT, here’s a spoiler-free match listing for the non-nite-owl New Japan fans. Each match has been given a Need To Watch Rating of 0.0-10.0. The show is available at NJPWWorld.com
  FIRST MATCH: Juice Robinson & David Finlay vs. Shota Umino & Toa Henare
  Standard tag match. Finlay and Henare lost a bit of luster now that C-Block is canceled
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• New Jack Posts Controversial Brian Christopher & Jerry Lawler Comments, Responds To Fan Backlash

  30-07-2018 15:40
  Whilst the wrestling world reacted to Brian Christopher’s passing with sadness and kind comments, New Jack posted some very controversial comments. *Note: Some of the comments contain very strong and distasteful language.*
  Instead of posting any memories or just keeping his opinion to himself, New Jack took to Facebook to give his thoughts on Brian, and they weren’t complimentary. His comments are below:
  “This might not set too well with some of y’all and I could get less
  
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