http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/-t1.htm Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:53:12 GMT 10 http://i81.servimg.com/u/f81/13/71/89/77/roc-2110.jpg http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/-t1.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/john-cena-gets-married-lashley-at-ufc-100-hhh-more-t754.htm liamAVFC Triple H will be appearing on the season 4.5 premier of Green's "Robot Chicken" on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim on July 26. Bobby Lashley was at the UFC 100 event in Las Vegas. He noted the following on his Twitter: "Heading to Vegas for UFC 100," Lashley wrote. "Great fights." The Montgomery Advertiser has an article up, discussing the injuries to Edge and Matt Hardy, as well as the passing of Misawa. John Cena got married yesterday to his high school ... Wrestling News Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:53:12 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/john-cena-gets-married-lashley-at-ufc-100-hhh-more-t754.htm#756 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/john-cena-gets-married-lashley-at-ufc-100-hhh-more-t754.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/eve-torres-at-the-beach-candice-ufc-100-lots-more-t753.htm liamAVFC Candice Michelle noted on her Twitter that she watched last night’s UFC 100. “Watching UFC fight!” she said during the program. Bella Brie is taking part in a Celebrity Poker Tournament. Her sister Nikki posted the following on their Twitter: “Love surprise visits!! Brie is on her way to Celebrity Poker Tournament at the Mansion! Let's wish her luck! Peace Love & Poker! Nikki” WWE SmackDown diva Eve Torres had an “awesome day at the beach” yesterday. She posted the ... Wrestling News Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:52:26 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/eve-torres-at-the-beach-candice-ufc-100-lots-more-t753.htm#755 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/eve-torres-at-the-beach-candice-ufc-100-lots-more-t753.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/lilian-garcia-raw-update-chris-jericho-cries-more-t752.htm liamAVFC Lilian Garcia noted on her Twitter that she has arrived in Orlando for tomorrow’s WWE Raw. She wishes she had time to see Mickey; “Touchdown! Just landed in Orlando, FL for Raw tomro night! Wish I had time to say hi 2 Mickey. If anyone see's him, tell him I say hello! ” Lilian said. Chris Jericho said that he watched the Michael Jackson memorial and it made him cry. “Watched MJs memorial and it made me cry.” Jericho said on his Twitter. Chris Jericho will be playing himself ... Wrestling News Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:51:43 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/lilian-garcia-raw-update-chris-jericho-cries-more-t752.htm#754 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/lilian-garcia-raw-update-chris-jericho-cries-more-t752.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/kennedy-stranded-in-puerto-rico-raw-this-week-more-t751.htm liamAVFC Recently released WWE superstar Mr. Kennedy seems to be stranded in Puerto Rico after wrestling Umaga at last night’s WWC event. He the following on his Twitter: “I guess that there are worse places in the world to be stranded than Puerto Rico tho! I guess I'll just hang out in the room n watch tv.” An hour before Kennedy said: “I picked the perfect day to miss my flight out of San Juan. And all I asked for was one little wake-up call. It looks like I'm stuck here...” Former ... Wrestling News Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:51:00 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/kennedy-stranded-in-puerto-rico-raw-this-week-more-t751.htm#753 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/kennedy-stranded-in-puerto-rico-raw-this-week-more-t751.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/backstage-vince-mcmahon-news-announcers-raw-commercials-t750.htm liamAVFC As reported on earlier, the commercial-free idea for WWE Monday Night Raw two weeks ago was not a Vince McMahon idea and was something USA Network had been wanting to do. The network was feeling the pressure from TNT's big ratings in May from the NBA Playoffs and were afraid they would lose the second quarter ratings (April through June). It turns out USA ended up averaging 3.17 million viewers in prime time to 2.64 million for TNT, so the commercial-free show didn't end up making much of a difference ... Wrestling News Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:46:13 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/backstage-vince-mcmahon-news-announcers-raw-commercials-t750.htm#752 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/backstage-vince-mcmahon-news-announcers-raw-commercials-t750.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/tna-launches-search-for-nash-s-new-female-valet-t749.htm liamAVFC Kevin Nash Launches WORLDWIDE Search For First-Ever Female Valet Kevin Nash has announced that he is formally launching the “Big Sexy World Tour” search for his first-ever female valet. The lucky winner will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to the Final Resolution Pay-Per-View from Total Nonstop Action (TNA) Wrestling, scheduled for Dec. 20, in Orlando, Fla. The winner will accompany Nash to the ring for his match that night, which will air worldwide exclusively on Pay-Per-View. “In ... Wrestling News Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:45:23 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/tna-launches-search-for-nash-s-new-female-valet-t749.htm#751 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/tna-launches-search-for-nash-s-new-female-valet-t749.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jr-on-lawler-leaving-raw-taker-hbk-s-return-edge-t748.htm liamAVFC Jim Ross has posted a new blog on his official website. Below are highlights: - Jerry Brisco called me today from a Tampa area "medical facility" aka a hospital having returned to his room a few minutes earlier from the recovery room after finally undergoing heart surgery early Thursday morning. Jerry said he was sore albeit relieved to finally get the surgery done after it was postponed a couple times over the past two weeks. The doctors traveled up an artery in Jerry's leg to ... Wrestling News Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:44:07 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jr-on-lawler-leaving-raw-taker-hbk-s-return-edge-t748.htm#750 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jr-on-lawler-leaving-raw-taker-hbk-s-return-edge-t748.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/news-on-the-miz-y2j-held-at-airport-jake-roberts-t747.htm liamAVFC Next Tuesday July 14th, WWE Raw Superstar The Miz will be at FYE located at 130 Oviedo Marketplace Blvd., Oviedo, Fla. Miz will be there from 2 to 4 p.m. Chris Jericho updated his Twitter account today saying that he was being held at the airport in Manila, Philippines after the WWE SmackDown/ECW crews arrived for their show on Friday evening. The SmackDown and ECW brands are schedule for a house show event in Manila at the Araneta Coliseum. Jericho posted the following on his Twitter account ... Wrestling News Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:42:55 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/news-on-the-miz-y2j-held-at-airport-jake-roberts-t747.htm#749 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/news-on-the-miz-y2j-held-at-airport-jake-roberts-t747.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/recap-of-rob-van-dam-talking-pot-on-msnbc-today-t746.htm liamAVFC Here’s a recap of Rob Van Dam’s appearance on MSNBC this morning courtesy of PWInsider: Rob Van Dam appeared on MSNBC’s “Morning Meeting” today to talk about the possible legalization of marijuana, which is becoming quite a debate in California as a way to help the economy. RVD, a longtime advocate of legalizing marijuana, debated with retired General Barry McCaffrey, the former drug czar. While both men agreed that marijuana is less dangerous that alcohol and cigarettes when looking ... Wrestling News Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:41:35 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/recap-of-rob-van-dam-talking-pot-on-msnbc-today-t746.htm#748 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/recap-of-rob-van-dam-talking-pot-on-msnbc-today-t746.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/candice-michelle-and-sim-snuka-released-by-wwe-t729.htm extreme_enigma
-- “World Wrestling Entertainment has come to terms on the release of SmackDown Superstar Candice Michelle as of today, June 19, 2009. WWE wishes Candice the best in all future endeavors. “

-- “World Wrestling Entertainment has come to terms on the release of Raw Superstar Sim Snuka as of today, June 19, 2009. WWE wishes Sim the best in all future endeavors. “]]> Wrestling News Fri, 19 Jun 2009 22:57:59 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/candice-michelle-and-sim-snuka-released-by-wwe-t729.htm#731 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/candice-michelle-and-sim-snuka-released-by-wwe-t729.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/kurt-angle-hints-at-wwe-return-t728.htm extreme_enigma
Angle mentioned that he's been doing movies lately but his wrestling career doesn't expire with his contract.

While Angle didn't directly hint at a return to WWE, he did mention that he did not burn any bridges with the company and that he could return if he wanted to.]]> Wrestling News Fri, 19 Jun 2009 22:52:11 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/kurt-angle-hints-at-wwe-return-t728.htm#730 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/kurt-angle-hints-at-wwe-return-t728.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/former-wwe-diva-responds-to-claims-of-having-an-afair-with-chris-benoit-around-the-time-of-his-tragic-demise-t719.htm extreme_enigma The following is the latest online MySpace blog entry from former WWE Diva and current TNA Knockout Lisa Maria Varon (aka Victoria, aka Tara) Response to a Vicious Lie I try not to respond to rumors. It’s a lose-lose situation. If you don’t respond, it seems like you may be avoiding the rumor because it is true. If you deny it, you are bringing more attention to a lie. Well, in this case I’m gonna respond. A MySpace friend emailed me yesterday to let me know that a wrestling gossip ... Wrestling News Sat, 13 Jun 2009 00:40:50 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/former-wwe-diva-responds-to-claims-of-having-an-afair-with-chris-benoit-around-the-time-of-his-tragic-demise-t719.htm#721 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/former-wwe-diva-responds-to-claims-of-having-an-afair-with-chris-benoit-around-the-time-of-his-tragic-demise-t719.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/rey-mysterio-leaving-wwe-t707.htm extreme_enigma THIS IS A RUMOR AND NOT CONFIRMED!!]]> Wrestling News Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:42:17 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/rey-mysterio-leaving-wwe-t707.htm#709 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/rey-mysterio-leaving-wwe-t707.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/michael-cole-next-person-to-be-fired-from-wwe-t706.htm extreme_enigma It was very noticeable to those within the company that Vince McMahon put a serious muzzle on Michael Cole during RAW on Monday. There were periods of time where Cole barely got a full sentence in for periods of almost five minutes at a time. This was a call made by Vince McMahon, who is not a big fan of Cole’s. The feeling within the company is that Cole’s performance has been suffering so much because he’s gun shy that Vince will chew him out and embarrass him over doing little things. ... Wrestling News Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:39:54 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/michael-cole-next-person-to-be-fired-from-wwe-t706.htm#708 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/michael-cole-next-person-to-be-fired-from-wwe-t706.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/wwe-staffs-backstage-opininion-on-christian-t705.htm extreme_enigma There are quite a few people within WWE who have been vocal about feeling that Christian is arguably the most under-utilized talent under contract Wrestling News Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:38:33 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/wwe-staffs-backstage-opininion-on-christian-t705.htm#707 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/wwe-staffs-backstage-opininion-on-christian-t705.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/batista-update-t704.htm extreme_enigma
UPDATED: Wounded Animal
Written: June 10, 2009

UPDATED: Batista has undergone surgery for injuries sustained during The Legacy's attack on Raw. The Animal's torn left biceps has been successfully reattached and he is expected to return to active competition in four months.]]> Wrestling News Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:42:39 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/batista-update-t704.htm#706 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/batista-update-t704.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/new-wwe-champion-to-be-crowned-on-next-weeks-raw-ecw-title-match-also-anounced-t697.htm extreme_enigma
Tommy Dreamer vs. Christian for the ECW title will be the ECW match on next Monday's RAW.]]> Wrestling News Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:17:09 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/new-wwe-champion-to-be-crowned-on-next-weeks-raw-ecw-title-match-also-anounced-t697.htm#699 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/new-wwe-champion-to-be-crowned-on-next-weeks-raw-ecw-title-match-also-anounced-t697.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/umaga-and-mr-kennedy-to-tna-t696.htm extreme_enigma As of right now, sources within TNA claim that the company is interested in both Mr. Kennedy and Umaga. One member of upper management sees dollar signs in a program with Umaga and Samoa Joe. Kennedy and Umaga's 90-day no-compete clauses with WWE will be expiring just a couple weeks apart from each other late in the summer. Wrestling News Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:14:24 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/umaga-and-mr-kennedy-to-tna-t696.htm#698 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/umaga-and-mr-kennedy-to-tna-t696.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/major-wwe-suspensions-coming-soon-t695.htm extreme_enigma WWE creative team has already been given a list of wrestlers not to write ideas for as they will be unavailable for the foreseeable future, starting with next Monday's three-hour episode of Raw. Dave Meltzer is stating that the company will indeed be suspending some main roster talent within the next few days. Drug testing took place at shows over the weekend, in addition to Monday's Raw. Further confirming that some suspensions will be taking place is that it is standard company protocol ... Wrestling News Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:10:51 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/major-wwe-suspensions-coming-soon-t695.htm#697 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/major-wwe-suspensions-coming-soon-t695.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/umaga-release-in-connection-to-recent-wwe-drug-tests-t694.htm extreme_enigma According to one source, there was a situation where Umaga "just had to be let go". He's telling people he quit. He worked real hard to return just several weeks ago and to just 'quit' after so much rehab is not believable. Wrestling News Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:05:57 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/umaga-release-in-connection-to-recent-wwe-drug-tests-t694.htm#696 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/umaga-release-in-connection-to-recent-wwe-drug-tests-t694.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/drug-test-s-at-mondays-raw-suspensions-to-follow-t693.htm extreme_enigma
The WWE creative team was told of several names to keep off next weeks RAW which lead many to believe that suspensions could be coming.]]> Wrestling News Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:04:11 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/drug-test-s-at-mondays-raw-suspensions-to-follow-t693.htm#695 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/drug-test-s-at-mondays-raw-suspensions-to-follow-t693.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/cm-punk-heel-turn-update-t692.htm extreme_enigma Scheduled as the main event of the WWE Supershows in Salisbury, MD on July 24th and Wildwood, NJ on July 25th is John Cena and Rey Mysterio vs. Big Show and CM Punk. This could mean that they are going with the CM Punk heel turn, which has been speculated on since the end of the Extreme Rules PPV. Also in a dark match after this weeks smackdown! recordings on tuesday CM punk and Jeff Hardy tagged together in a cage match against Chris Jericho and Edge. Punk and Hardy won the match ... Wrestling News Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:58:58 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/cm-punk-heel-turn-update-t692.htm#694 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/cm-punk-heel-turn-update-t692.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/rob-van-dam-in-talks-with-tna-t691.htm extreme_enigma Rob Van Dam was a guest on The LAW Sunday night with Dan "The Mouth" Lovranski and Jason Agnew on Sirius 98 Hardcore Sports Radio. During the interview, Van Dam talked about a number of topics, including RVD TV, Chris Masters returning to WWE, Tommy Dreamer winning the ECW title and more. While he did talk about enjoying his time away from the wrestling business, it's interesting to note that during the interview, he revealed that TNA Wrestling has been in "constant contact" ... Wrestling News Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:54:07 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/rob-van-dam-in-talks-with-tna-t691.htm#693 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/rob-van-dam-in-talks-with-tna-t691.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/tommy-dreamer-signed-a-lengthy-new-wwe-contract-t687.htm extreme_enigma The word backstage at RAW was that Tommy Dreamer signed a new 3-5 year WWE deal. Wrestling News Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:59:22 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/tommy-dreamer-signed-a-lengthy-new-wwe-contract-t687.htm#689 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/tommy-dreamer-signed-a-lengthy-new-wwe-contract-t687.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/all-3-wwe-world-titles-on-the-line-next-monday-t686.htm extreme_enigma next weeks RAW will be a three-hour special. The WWE, ECW, and World titles will all be defended on the show. Wrestling News Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:57:11 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/all-3-wwe-world-titles-on-the-line-next-monday-t686.htm#688 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/all-3-wwe-world-titles-on-the-line-next-monday-t686.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/batista-to-undergo-more-surgery-t685.htm extreme_enigma Of course, they ran a Batista injury angle on RAW. He'll go under the knife tomorrow and then we'll get a better understanding of how long he'll be out. Wrestling News Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:53:36 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/batista-to-undergo-more-surgery-t685.htm#687 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/batista-to-undergo-more-surgery-t685.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/vickie-leaving-wwe-t684.htm extreme_enigma
She is being written off of television as she recently handed in her notice to the company in order to spend more time with her daughters.

It is not 100% certain that RAW was her swan song with the company as there is still a possibility she may appear at this weeks SmackDown taping. Whatever the case may be, she's through with WWE.]]> Wrestling News Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:49:22 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/vickie-leaving-wwe-t684.htm#686 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/vickie-leaving-wwe-t684.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/cm-punk-heel-turn-t683.htm extreme_enigma There is a lot of talk that the way Punk took advantage of Jeff Hardy will be the starting point for a Punk heel turn. Wrestling News Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:46:00 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/cm-punk-heel-turn-t683.htm#685 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/cm-punk-heel-turn-t683.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/evan-bourne-campares-old-ecw-vs-wwe-ecw-t676.htm extreme_enigma The Sun recently interviewed Evan Bourne, discussing the "old" ECW vs. the "new" ECW that he is a part of. Here is an excerpt of the interview: "You can't make a direct comparison between the rosters, as we're so different. But if you compare ECW now to the old ECW on TNN - we blow that show out of the water. Every week we blow it out of the water. I have tons of respect for Rob Van Dam, Sabu, Super Crazy and Tajiri - as they were the guys I idolized growing up. I loved ... Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:47:01 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/evan-bourne-campares-old-ecw-vs-wwe-ecw-t676.htm#678 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/evan-bourne-campares-old-ecw-vs-wwe-ecw-t676.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jeff-hardy-finally-comments-on-his-wwe-contract-situation-t675.htm extreme_enigma In an interview with B95 FM in central California, Jeff Hardy spoke on his current WWE contract status, saying "There's nothing concrete. There's rumors out there about me not re-signing, but we haven't decided that yet. They're real cool with giving me time. There's a very good chance (I'll still be on TV in six months), but we'll see." He also spoke on 2008 being a tough year for him when he lost his house and dog while serving a wellness policy violation suspension. "I was ... Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:34:57 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jeff-hardy-finally-comments-on-his-wwe-contract-situation-t675.htm#677 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jeff-hardy-finally-comments-on-his-wwe-contract-situation-t675.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jeff-hardy-comments-mr-kennedys-wwe-release-t672.htm extreme_enigma WWE performer Jeff Hardy was interviewed by the Big O and Dukes Show on 106.7FM in Washington D.C. this morning. On the subject of Ken Kennedy recently being released from WWE, Hardy said "It was really sad, you know? I think he's a real talented guy. I don't know if it was the right move, but we'll see." He also mentioned that Ken was a guy that he had worked with and traveled with quite a bit and that he was extremely shocked to find out about his release. "There's been a ... Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 18:33:00 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jeff-hardy-comments-mr-kennedys-wwe-release-t672.htm#674 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jeff-hardy-comments-mr-kennedys-wwe-release-t672.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/chris-masters-returning-to-wwe-t671.htm extreme_enigma WWE has re-signed Chris Mordetzky, professionally known as Chris Masters. Mordetzky had a long talk with Vince McMahon (reportedly, a one hour meeting) at last week's television tapings in Los Angeles. He notified promoters yesterday he was canceling bookings due to his return to the promotion. Mordetzky's return to World Wrestling Entertainment should break some interesting ground as he was released on November 8, 2007 following a second violation of the company's Substance Abuse and ... Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:45:06 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/chris-masters-returning-to-wwe-t671.htm#673 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/chris-masters-returning-to-wwe-t671.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/wwe-looking-for-new-anouncers-t670.htm extreme_enigma WWE is back on the hunt for new announcers. They cite the requirements as 1-to-3 years play-by-play sports announcing experience, writing and TV production skills, excellent verbal communication skills, a college degree in Journalism, Communications or a related field, and knowledge of the programming, talent and storylines. Send to WWE, Attn: Human Resources, Subject: HJ-Tv Talent/JS, 120 Hamilton Ave. Stamford, Ct 06902. Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:38:09 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/wwe-looking-for-new-anouncers-t670.htm#672 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/wwe-looking-for-new-anouncers-t670.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jr-s-latest-blog-mickie-james-ric-flair-and-more-t669.htm extreme_enigma Jim Ross has a new blog up, here are the highlights: On Mickie James and her New Career: Mickie James, arguably the WWE's most talented in ring diva, is contemplating trying her hand at country music as Mickie has apparently written several songs and is preparing to do a demo as I understand it. This doesn't mean Mickie is leaving wrestling whatsoever. I wish her luck if she decides to travel the country music road as it won't be easy but neither was her getting in WWE. On Ric Flair and ... Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:36:35 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jr-s-latest-blog-mickie-james-ric-flair-and-more-t669.htm#671 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/jr-s-latest-blog-mickie-james-ric-flair-and-more-t669.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/update-on-ric-flair-s-wwe-deal-t668.htm extreme_enigma Right now there is a lot of speculation regarding the future of Ric Flair and WWE. The Gillespie Agency, which represents Flair, is aggressively seeking corporate speaking and spokesperson jobs for Flair. The Gillespie Agency recently sent out a new mailer to possible clients, casting and commercial agencies, pushing that Flair has worked with Coca-Cola, Wal-Mart and The Lowe's Speedway and that they could promote brands by utilizing Flair's name and brand. Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:31:11 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/update-on-ric-flair-s-wwe-deal-t668.htm#670 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/update-on-ric-flair-s-wwe-deal-t668.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/ric-flair-looking-for-none-wwe-work-t667.htm extreme_enigma With much speculation about the future of Ric Flair within WWE, the Nature Boy is still being pushed hard by his representatives for corporate speaking and spokesperson jobs, reports PWInsider.com. The Gillespie Agency did a huge mailing to casting and commercial agencies last week, promoting Flair as a 16-time WWE World champion and one of the greatest talkers of all time to help promote brands commercially. The mailer noted that Flair has worked with Coca-Cola and Wal-Mart among others ... Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:28:50 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/ric-flair-looking-for-none-wwe-work-t667.htm#669 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/ric-flair-looking-for-none-wwe-work-t667.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/vince-mcmahon-flips-out-at-a-john-cena-heel-turn-sugesstion-t666.htm extreme_enigma During a recent WWE creative team meeting, one writer proposed the idea of a John Cena heel turn. Suffice it to say, Vince McMahon became angered and ripped him for how foolishly short-sighted the idea was. The feeling is that with all of the merchandise revenue Cena garners, turning him heel would be a bad idea, at least until his sales cool off. Another person close to the situation said McMahon shouldn't have lit him up because they should be open to discussing new ideas, even if they're ... Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:26:55 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/vince-mcmahon-flips-out-at-a-john-cena-heel-turn-sugesstion-t666.htm#668 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/vince-mcmahon-flips-out-at-a-john-cena-heel-turn-sugesstion-t666.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/brock-lesnar-speaks-out-on-the-liufestyles-of-wwe-superstars-t665.htm extreme_enigma In the current issue of Maxim Magazine on newsstands now, Brock Lesnar takes a strong stand against the typical lifestyle of a WWE wrestler, saying "You get so brainwashed. You're on the road 300 days a year, and that's why guys get so messed up." He says being away from home so much takes away their perspective on the real world. "This life just becomes a part of them. It's not real, but some guys who are still in the business think it is,” the UFC heavyweight champ continued ... Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:21:29 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/brock-lesnar-speaks-out-on-the-liufestyles-of-wwe-superstars-t665.htm#667 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/brock-lesnar-speaks-out-on-the-liufestyles-of-wwe-superstars-t665.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/big-wcw-names-confirmed-for-wwe-dvd-t664.htm extreme_enigma To follow up on a report earlier this month regarding WWE's production of the "Rise and Fall of WCW" DVD: While Eric Bischoff, former WCW Executive Bill Shaw and Ted Turner all turned down interviews, those who did take part in interviews include Bill Goldberg, Jim & David Crockett, Dr. Harvey Schiller, and Kevin Sullivan. Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:17:09 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/big-wcw-names-confirmed-for-wwe-dvd-t664.htm#666 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/big-wcw-names-confirmed-for-wwe-dvd-t664.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/chris-jericho-fozzy-update-t663.htm extreme_enigma http://www.myspace.com/fozzytour. The band will release Chasing the Grail, their fourth album before the end of 2009.]]> Wrestling News Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:14:52 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/chris-jericho-fozzy-update-t663.htm#665 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/chris-jericho-fozzy-update-t663.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/mickie-james-bikini-pictures-in-mexico-t662.htm extreme_enigma WWE.com has new bikini pictures up of Mickie James from down in Mexico. http://www.wwe.com/superstars/raw/mickiejames/photos1/mexico2009/ Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:25:01 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/mickie-james-bikini-pictures-in-mexico-t662.htm#664 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/mickie-james-bikini-pictures-in-mexico-t662.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/tony-atlas-vs-evan-bourne-next-week-t661.htm extreme_enigma On WWE.com's "After the Bell" segment, Tony Atlas tries to apologize to Mark Henry for costing him his match with Evan Bourne, which leads to Henry telling Atlas that he will face Bourne next week on ECW. Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:21:20 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/tony-atlas-vs-evan-bourne-next-week-t661.htm#663 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/tony-atlas-vs-evan-bourne-next-week-t661.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/maddison-square-garden-to-get-a-makeover-t660.htm extreme_enigma According to The New York Post, Madison Square Garden will be rebuilt on its current location, which will cost over $500 million dollars. The plan is to keep the exterior walls, as well as the ceiling (which will also get a makeover), while this summer they will tear out and rebuild the lower level of the arena. This will be done in time for the 2011-2012 Knicks and Rangers season. They will rebuild the upper half the next year. Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:18:57 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/maddison-square-garden-to-get-a-makeover-t660.htm#662 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/maddison-square-garden-to-get-a-makeover-t660.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/samoa-joe-s-tna-future-t659.htm extreme_enigma While Samoa Joe plans on competing at this month's Slammiversary pay-per-view, he is expected to be pulled from all future bouts beyond the event. Although, it's being said that Joe is willing to gut through the injury if needed. Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:12:05 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/samoa-joe-s-tna-future-t659.htm#661 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/samoa-joe-s-tna-future-t659.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/barrack-obama-refers-to-wwe-in-recent-interview-t658.htm extreme_enigma "I've used this analogy before, it feels like WWF wrestling. Everybody's got their role to play."]]> Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:09:55 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/barrack-obama-refers-to-wwe-in-recent-interview-t658.htm#660 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/barrack-obama-refers-to-wwe-in-recent-interview-t658.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/samoa-joe-update-t657.htm extreme_enigma Gonna be at Slammiversary hell or highwater. Thanks to all my friends who wished me well love you all.]]> Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:08:57 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/samoa-joe-update-t657.htm#659 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/samoa-joe-update-t657.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/sting-set-to-retire-t656.htm extreme_enigma According to numerous sources, Sting plans on making this his final year in TNA — and presumably, professional wrestling. Since his return to the company in 2006, the multi-time world champion has directed his career on a year-to-year basis, hence the one-year contract agreements year after year. He has been telling people that this year's Bound for Glory pay-per-view will be it for him in TNA. His contract with the organization is once again set to expire shortly before the end of the ... Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:06:37 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/sting-set-to-retire-t656.htm#658 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/sting-set-to-retire-t656.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/update-on-victorias-tna-name-change-t655.htm extreme_enigma Lisa Marie Varon, who was referred to as "the former Victoria" in her TNA debut last week, is set go under the name "Tara" in the promotion. The reason for this is TNA wants to own all ring names and merchandising rights, so unless you are someone with a huge name that is your own name — like Kurt Angle, Bobby Lashley or Scott Hall — you are going to be given a new name most of the time. Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:02:58 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/update-on-victorias-tna-name-change-t655.htm#657 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/update-on-victorias-tna-name-change-t655.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/the-reason-why-wwe-renamed-the-great-american-bash-t654.htm extreme_enigma The official reason for the name change for "The Great American Bash" to "The Bash" in WWE was the company feeling that since they are a worldwide brand that there was a problem using the word "American." Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:00:25 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/the-reason-why-wwe-renamed-the-great-american-bash-t654.htm#656 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/the-reason-why-wwe-renamed-the-great-american-bash-t654.htm http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/triple-h-s-return-t653.htm extreme_enigma During his absence from television, Triple H has been helping out behind the scenes at weekly Raw tapings. However, one source said Triple H is not as passionate about the product when he's not involved, and the feeling of more than one person is that Raw has featured more comedy as of late because he and Shawn Michaels are not around to lobby against skits in production meetings. If you recall, it was reported a few months ago that Triple H and Michaels were being praised internally for speaking ... Wrestling News Thu, 04 Jun 2009 11:58:27 GMT http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/triple-h-s-return-t653.htm#655 http://ringofchampions.forumotion.com/wrestling-news-f28/triple-h-s-return-t653.htm