WWE News & Updates

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has cody been released from wwe :skd :huh

 

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has cody been released from wwe :skd :huh

Yes Shawl_who bro, he was sick of Stardust role.

 

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The WWE Universal Title won't be the only new championship coming to the RAW brand over the next few months as a new WWE Cruiserweight Title has also been confirmed.

No word yet on when the title will debut but PWInsider reports that it has been commissioned and confirmed by multiple sources. As we've noted, the cruiserweight division will be exclusive to the red brand.

This has not been confirmed but it's possible we will see the new Cruiserweight Title debut at the live finale of the WWE Cruiserweight Classic on September 14th from Full Sail University.

 

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Thursday's live Impact Wrestling teasing that "one of wrestling's hottest free agents" will debut on the show. The free agent is scheduled to be Aaron Stevens, f.k.a. Damien Sandow.

PWinsider reported that Sandow had been negotiating with TNA for several weeks, and that there are plans to do a viral campaign until the show airs tomorrow night to build up his debut.

Sandow was a fan favorite in WWE, and had worked on their main roster from 2012 - 2016. He was released from the company this past May.

 

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Big Show can Retire After Wrestlemania 33

The Big Show appeared on Sports Talk 790AM in Miami yesterday and discussed attending Miami Dolphins training camp, changes in pro wrestling, Conor McGregor's recent comments ripping WWE and more. Big Show also discussed the current shape he's in right now.

Big Show said that he's currently weighing about 429 pounds, and noted that he was 465 two and a half months ago. His goal is to get to 400 pounds.

Show also talked about his upcoming match with NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal at WrestleMania 33 next year. Show noted that it would be his last year as a professional wrestler and that he wants "to go out athletically again with a bang." He added that he feels better now at 44 years old than he did a 34.

 

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We also noted earlier this week that 2K announced 22 roster additions for the game: Alicia Fox, Andre the Giant, Baron Corbin, Big E, Billy Gunn, Braun Strowman, Bret Hart, British Bulldog, Cesaro, Charlotte, Daniel Bryan, Edge, Finn Bálor, Hideo Itami, Jake Roberts, Kalisto, Randy Orton, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, Sin Cara, The Rock,
Triple H and Tyson Kidd.

 

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Conor McGregor continued his latest attempt at trying to garner more attention for his UFC 202 main event against Nate Diaz by trolling wrestling fans. During a Q&A session, which you can watch above, McGregor was asked about Ric Flair calling him out for his recent comments ripping pro wrestling while he has been copying Flair's persona.
McGregor was respectful to Flair and called him a legend, but said that he wasn't a gimmick and that he was the real deal. He said that some WWE guys are not right in the head, and said that the new era of stars are "dweebs." He admitted that the old school guys - like Flair - are legends and called the McMahons are "Dons."
"The rest are dweebs," McGregor said. "What's the main guy? John Cena. He's 40, he's 40 years of age. He's walking around in a illuminous orange t-shirt and a headband talking about [how] no one can see him. We can see him right there, he's a big fat 40 year old failed Mr. Olympia motherf--ker! They're dweebs, those guys!"
McGregor continued by saying that he's the real deal and noted that Flair had talked about some wrestlers facing him. McGregor told Flair to bring them over, because "this is the real sh-t right here," and said that the wrestlers that talked about facing him in the street are free to come at him.
"Like I said, no disrespect to the Dons of the game," he said. "I mean Vinny Mac's a f--king legend. They wrote Vinny Mac a couple of years ago, then he rose back up and he's back in the billionaires club. What he's been able to do with that bunch of dweebs he has over there at the moment has been phenomenal and I respect him for that. And then of course, the old G's of the game - The Rock, Stone Cold - they're all cool mother f--kers. Even Ric Flair's a cool mother f--ker... but that new age of those guys are absolute dweebs... it ain't trash talk, it's true talk!"

 

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Kurt Angle participated in a Q&A on his Facebook page today. Below are a few highlights:
What are your thoughts on the WWE Cruiserweight Classic:
"Didn't see much of it, but I'm happy Sabre Jr was in it. Very talented!"
Who is your favourite independent wrestler in the world today?
"Chris Hero. He can deliver for his size. The kid is gifted!"
Who is your favourite wwe superstar/women at this time ?
"Right now? Rollins. Styles. Cesaro. Rusev. They're all gifted wrestlers. Fave Vets- Taker. Lesnar. Cena. Women- Charlotte and Sasha"

 

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- IMPACT Ventures [IMPACT], the parent company of TNA Wrestling and IMPACT WRESTLING, today announced the appointment of Billy Corgan as its new President. Current President Dixie Carter becomes Chairman and Chief Strategy Officer of IMPACT.

As President, Billy Corgan will be responsible for leading day-to-day operations for IMPACT and its affiliated brands. As Chairman, Carter will focus on long-term planning, strategic partnerships and global growth.

"Billy is a visionary, an iconic artist and savvy businessman with an incredibly gifted creative mind. He has built a decades-long successful global brand, and also has a deep passion and understanding for professional wrestling," said Carter. "In working with Billy over the last 16 months, he has impressed me to the point that I've been in discussions with him to take an elevated strategic leadership role within the company. The more we discussed our vision for the organization, the clearer it became that position needed to match his commitment."

"We are entering an exciting new era for IMPACT and will be working to continue to define our brand, develop global strategies for success, and structure for future investment and growth," added Carter. "These moves, effective immediately, signify the team's determination to work together to effectively cover more ground and capitalize on TNA's current momentum that has seen ratings rise in recent months."

Corgan, 49, is an American musician, songwriter, producer, TV writer and poet, best known as the lead singer, guitarist, and sole permanent member of The Smashing Pumpkins, who have sold more than 30 million albums worldwide and won multiple Grammy Awards. Corgan joined IMPACT in May 2015 as a senior producer.

"I believe in this company, its passionate fans, the talented roster and the dedicated staff and crew," said Corgan. "I am committed to this great opportunity and will use all of my resources and connections to drive the success of this company. This year we have made significant strides in establishing a strong foundation for our future and will be aggressive in continuing to evolve and grow the IMPACT brands."

IMPACT's flagship broadcast IMPACT WRESTLING airs Thursdays at 8/7c on Pop, and in more than 120 countries around the world.

 

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Ticketmaster issued an e-mail to customers yesterday announcing that the SummerSlam concert set for next Thursday at the Barclays Center has been canceled. The concert was set to feature rapper Flo Rida and benefit Connor's Cure.