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January 9, 2020
AEW Dark Results (1/14): *Spoilers* For Show Taped In Southaven, MS.
At the AEW Dynamite television shoot at Landers Center in Southaven, Mississippi on Wednesday, January 8th, matches and segments were taped for next week's episode of AEW Dark. Dropping on AEW's official YouTube channel next Tuesday, January 14th will be the following matches: * Darby Allin vs. Brandon Cutler* Nyla…
Pampero Firpo Dead At Age 89, Daughter Releases Statement On Passing Of Wrestling Legend
The pro wrestling world has lost another legend. Pampero Firpo, real name Juan Kachmanian, passed away at age 89 on Thursday, January 9th. Among his wrestling accomplishments, movie fans might recall Firpo from a reference made by Mickey Goldmill, the trainer of Rocky Balboa in the initial" Academy Award Winning…
ROH Supercard Of Honor Set For 4/4 During WrestleMania 36 Weekend In Lakeland, FL.
Ring Of Honor (ROH) announced their plans for this year's WrestleMania 36 Weekend "ROH Supercard of Honor" show this week. ROHWrestling.com issued the following announcement on Thursday: ROH SUPERCARD OF HONOR SET FOR APRIL 4 IN LAKELAND, TICKETS ON SALE NEXT WEEK! As pro wrestling fans from around the world…
WWE Worlds Collide: NXT vs. NXT UK Updates For 1/25 Live Special (Title Match & More Added)
WWE has penciled in another pair of matches for their upcoming Worlds Collide special. On the latest edition of their WWE Now digital series on their official YouTube channel and other various social media outlets, WWE announced two new matches for the upcoming Worlds Collide: NXT vs. NXT UK special.…
WATCH: 'Prime Target: NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool II' Ahead Of Sunday's WWE Network Special (Video)
The "Prime Target" special for the upcoming NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool II live WWE Network event later this month has touched down on WWE's official YouTube channel. NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool II - Prime TargetGo behind the scenes as Joe Coffey prepares to challenge WWE United Kingdom Champion WALTER in…
Io Shirai Could Be On Her Way Out Of WWE
It looks like things could get interesting in terms of the future status of WWE Superstar Io Shirai. On an earlier edition of Wrestling Observer Radio this week, one of the topics discussed was how NXT’s Io Shirai is potentially unhappy with her run with WWE so far. Shirai was…
Wednesday Night Wars Ratings (1/8): AEW Crushes NXT In First Live Head-To-Head Showdown Of 2020
The numbers are in for the Wednesday, January 8, 2020 episodes of AEW Dynamite and NXT On USA and once again, AEW has bested the WWE NXT brand in their weekly, live two-hour head-to-head showdown on cable television. Last night's viewership numbers saw AEW Dynamite easily defeat NXT in the…
NXT TakeOver: Portland: Finn Balor vs. Johnny Gargano Announced For 2/16 Special
A big match appears set for the upcoming NXT TakeOver: Portland special next month. During a promo segment on this week's episode of NXT On USA, it was made official that Finn Balor will be going one-on-one against Johnny Gargano at the February WWE Network live special for the black-and-gold…
John Morrison On Miz TV Set For WWE Friday Night SmackDown In Evansville, IN.
John Morrison will join his former tag-team partner The Miz in the ring live on WWE Friday Night SmackDown On FOX this week, as the former MNM member has been announced as the special guest for a new edition of Miz TV. The announcement joins the previously announced Usos vs.…
The Usos vs. King Corbin & Dolph Ziggler Set For WWE Friday Night SmackDown In Evansville, IN.
The Usos will compete in their first match since late July on WWE Friday Night SmackDown On FOX this week. WWE.com released the following on Thursday: Friday Night SmackDown preview, Jan. 10, 2020: The Usos return to in-ring competition this Friday on SmackDown against King Corbin & Dolph Ziggler A…
Latest Betting Odds For AEW’s Dynasty PPV This Sunday
AEW Dynasty Match Lines AEW World Championship Match Swerve Strickland -200 (1/2) Samoa Joe (c) +150 (3/2) AEW Women’s World Championship Toni Storm (c) -400 (1/4) Thunder Rosa +250 (5/2) AEW World Tag Team Championship Ladder Match Young Bucks -300 (1/3) FTR +200 (2/1) AEW Continental Championship Kazuchika Okada (c) ...
WWE Monday Night Raw Results From Montreal, Quebec, Canada (4/15/2024)
The road to WWE Backlash: France continues tonight. WWE Monday Night Raw goes down live this evening starting at 8/7c on the USA Network from the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, with less than one month remaining until WWE Backlash: France 2024. On tap for tonight’s show is Sami...
Wrestling News: Erik of Viking Raiders Update, Lana/WWE, TNA Slammiversary Location
According to PWInsider.com, Erik of the Viking Raiders underwent his latest evaluation in Birmingham, AL last week as he progresses towards a return from injury. He has been sidelined for the past six months following fusion surgery on his neck. CJ Perry, formerly known as Lana in WWE, was spotted...
WWE: The Rock Reflects On WrestleMania 40; Drops Major Hint For Next Year’s WrestleMania
— After a successful in-ring return at WrestleMania 40, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson posted on Instagram yesterday, writing a caption and also releasing a video in which he reflected on his performance while dropping a major hint at the end of the clip that he will be back for WrestleMania...
Erick Rowan Cancels Indie Bookings Citing “New Contractual Obligations”; WWE Return Rumors
— Former WWE star Erick Rowan could be headed back to the company after news trickled in on over the weekend that he has canceled multiple independent bookings due to “new contractual obligations.” — Indie promotion ECPW (East Coast Pro Wrestling) based out of Nova Scotia, Canada posted on their...
Backstage News On WWE’s Plans For This Year’s Raw & Smackdown Draft
The upcoming 2024 WWE Draft is garnering attention, particularly with a renewed emphasis on WWE NXT’s involvement in the televised event. There are indications that WWE might shake things up this year by allowing talents to transition to the WWE NXT brand. This speculation gained traction after The Final Testament...
WWE News & Notes: Jacob Fatu, Tama Tonga, Trish Stratus, Lita, Bo Dallas/Uncle Howdy
During WrestleMania XL Week, both Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga left favorable impressions on WWE officials. Tonga, in particular, already boasts numerous connections within the company. Fatu was also present in the Philadelphia area during the eventful week and appeared notably content. For undisclosed reasons, WWE decided against incorporating WWE...
WWE News: Why Steve Austin Wasn’t At WrestleMania 40; Stephanie McMahon Returning?
— WWE attempted to get “Stone Cold” Steve Austin to appear at the recently completed WrestleMania 40 and he was earmarked for the spot that ultimately went to the Undertaker. According to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, WWE and Austin couldn’t comes to terms on the financial part of an agreement...
WWE News: Big E Says He Is Still Not Cleared To Return; May Never Be Back In The Ring
Former WWE Champion and member of The New Day Big E. surfaced on social media on Saturday with an update, informing fans that he has still not been medically cleared to return and isn’t sure if he ever will be. “Hey, all,” he began. “Two year neck scans are in....
Former WWE Executive Blamed For Contract Negotiations Leading To His Termination
After less than two years in his role, WWE bid farewell to Executive Vice President of Talent, Dan Ventrelle, earlier this week. Unlike previous departures, there seems to be a clear rationale behind WWE’s decision. According to a report from fightfulselect.com, Ventrelle wasn’t particularly well-regarded by talent from a professional...
