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Saturday, 20 April 2013

Ryback Says He Wants To Face The Undertaker, Carlito Makes Fun Of Dolph Ziggler



- Ryback mentioned in the May 2013 issue of WWE Magazine that one of his goals is to go one-on-one with The Undertaker at WrestleMania.
“For [The Undertaker] to be able to last this long in a business where you see the roster changing every year, it’s really amazing,” Ryback remarked. “I know it’s one of my goals to step in the ring at WrestleMania with him someday. It didn’t happen this year, but I’m hoping I’ll be at the very top of that list next year.”
- Former WWE Superstar Carlito took a lighthearted jab at Dolph Ziggler on Twitter Thursday over the one-time Wellness offender’s physique. After revealing his goal to become “shredded” again following a muscle-gaining program, the 34-year-old jokingly said he’ll look similar to the WWE Superstar, but with muscles.
“Bulking process is done! Now back to being shredded!” wrote Carlito. “Im gonna look like a dolph ziggler…well, if he had muscles!!”

Wednesday, 17 April 2013

What Was Cut from Hulu Plus Raw This Week


The following matches and segments were cut from this week’s Hulu Plus episode of Raw.
* Entrance of Kofi Kingston for his match with Antonio Cesaro for the United States Championship
* The video recap of Dolph Ziggler cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase
* Prime Time Players vs. Team Hell No
* R-Truth vs. Wade Barrett
* Great Khali and Santino Marella w/Natalya and Hornswoggle aka The Oddities 2K13 vs. The Rhodes Scholars
* Entrance of Jack Swagger, along with Zeb Colter, for his match with Dolph Ziggler
* Kaitlyn vs. Nikki Bella w/Brie Bella

Tuesday, 16 April 2013

Dolph Ziggler on Being a Flair Fan Growing Up, Rock’s Part Time Status & More


Dolph Ziggler was interviewed by The Rise Guys. Here are some highlights.
Does he hate John Cena: “Yep. Question number two.”
If most male wrestling fans over the age of 16 hate Cena: “It depends. What he represents for our company is awesome. He is our franchise guy. He’s the go to guy. He’s never not delivered with something. He connects with the crowd. He’s a great guy to have as the face of the company, for now. Until I’m ready. So for right now, baby steps made. New World Champion. I got my lovely lady next to me, AJ. And we also have Big E and I think over the next couple weeks and months we’re going to make some great strides. I think it’s going to be a show, Monday’s and Friday’s are going to be about us because we’re starting to draw attention.”
If Big E Langston is the illegitimate son of Mark Henry: “[AJ Lee speaking] Is he the hand? [Laughter, Dolph Ziggler speaking] We saw the grown up hand at RAW 1000, it looks nothing like Big E.”
His opinion of The Rock’s part time status: “The Rock is not just a huge movie star, he’s one of the biggest stars in the entire world. If you don’t think that it’s a smart business move to have one of the hugest stars in the entire world going head to head with our biggest franchise player on the main event of our biggest show of the year, that’s just dumb. It’s going to come out, it’s great business. It’s great to have him back, but it also really makes me angry. Angrier than you can even imagine because I want to be in that spot. I want a full time guy to be there every single night doing what we do best, giving back to our fans. Live events, pay per views, Monday Night RAW, Friday Night Smackdown, name it and we do it every single night. But it’s a special attraction to have guys like that back and it’s just good business.”
If he was a Ric Flair guy growing up: “Absolutely. At a very young age my uncle showed me Beta tapes of Ric Flair and when you were supposed to you know, eat ice cream bars with Hulk Hogan and look up to that guy, and I had the sand weights that leaked [laughter]. And he was like okay cool, this is the guy [Hogan] and at a very young age I go wow, no Flair is the guy. This guy looks cool. He’s like a James Bond guy in a suit, girls around him, goes out there, has the best match. Right back onto the helicopter, gets out of there with the Horsemen and those go out to party all night and probably not sleep.”

Sunday, 14 April 2013

Backstage News on Ziggler’s World Heavyweight Title Win on Monday’s Raw


Dolph Ziggler’s World Heavyweight title win was not a result of WWE re-writing Monday’s episode of Raw according to PWInsider.
Multiple sources confirmed that the plan for several weeks was for Ziggler to cash in and win the WWE World title the day after WrestleMania. This was one of the reasons Ziggler had been losing so many matches, with the belief being it would create interest in those talents chasing him for the belt since “they can beat him.”
Original plans called for Jack Swagger to carry the title however they fizzled quickly following his DUI arrest.

Tuesday, 9 April 2013

Spoilers: WWE SmackDown Tapings – 4/12/2013


Thanks to Fred O. for the following WWE SmackDown spoilers from tonight’s tapings in Boston, MA:

* SmackDown kicks off with Big E Langston mocking Ricardo Rodriguez. He introduces Dolph Ziggler, who gets a big reaction. Jack Swagger and Zeb Colter come out and Swagger wants a title shot. Out next comes Alberto Del Rio, selling the leg injury from Swagger on RAW. Del Rio wants his rematch but is interrupted by Chris Jericho, who also wants a title shot. Jericho vs. Ziggler will happen tonight.

* Kane and Daniel Bryan defeated Darren Young and Titus O’Neil. The Shield appeared on the big screen and threatened Kane and Bryan.

* Backstage segment with Booker T, Teddy Long, Randy Orton and Sheamus. Booker announces Orton and Sheamus vs. Big Show in a handicap match for tonight.

* Wade Barrett beat Santino Marella.

* The Bella Twins and Tamina Snuka defeated Kaitlyn, Cameron and Naomi.

* Triple H is out next to talk about WrestleMania 29 and his match with Brock Lesnar. He’s interrupted by 3MB. The Shield comes out and attacks 3MB, then surround Triple H. Before they can attack, Kane and Daniel Bryan come out and chase them into the crowd. Triple H and Team Hell No clear the ring of 3MB. They try to hug Triple H but he doesn’t want to hug Bryan. Vince McMahon comes out and teases a group hug but leaves before they do. More comedy and hugging with HHH and Team Hell No. Lilian Garcia announces The Shield vs. John Cena and Team Hell No for the live crowd later tonight.

* Backstage segment with Booker T and Big Show. Show isn’t happy about being put in the handicap match.

* Big Show vs. Sheamus and Randy Orton is up next. Good back and forth match. Orton hits a RKO and Sheamus hits a Brogue Kick, sending Show out of the ring. Show walks away from the match and they win by count out.

* Antonio Cesaro vs. Kofi Kingston is up next. Kofi gets the non-title win out of nowhere.

* Fandango comes out next. Many fans are singing his theme song again but not nearly as many as RAW. Fandango stays at ringside to watch tonight’s main event.

* Dolph Ziggler vs. Chris Jericho is up next. They go several minutes in a good back and forth match. Fandango distracts the referee while Big E Langston lays out Jericho. Ziggler takes advantage and rolls up Jericho for the win. Jericho tried to get revenge on Ziggler and lays out Big E after the match. Fandango taunts Jericho, allowing Ziggler to hit a Zig Zag from behind. Fandango hit a big top rope leg drop as the crowd sang his theme song.

What Was Cut from Hulu Plus Raw This Week


The following matches and segments were cut from this week’s Hulu Plus Raw episode.

* Daniel Bryan vs. Big E. Langston
* Josh Mathews and Kurt Warner segment
* Josh Mathews and Dolph Ziggler backstage segment
* Santino Marella, R Truth and Zack Ryder vs. 3MB
* Sheamus segment where he comes out to face Big Show, Orton confronts him and the fans vote
* Josh Mathews and Paul Heyman backstage segment
* The Bella Twins and Team Rhodes Scholars vs. Tons of Funk and the Funkadactyls

Cena Coming Home Tonight for SmackDown, Zeb & Ricardo React to Ziggler


- Zeb Colter tweeted the following about Dolph Ziggler winning the World Heavyweight Title on RAW:

“Congrats to Dolph Ziggler who cherry picked Del Rio…and took the title. The only saving grace is that an American now has the title. Si!!”

“Del Rio knew that Ziggler had the MONEY IN THE BANK shot. He lost to an American…fairly. Ziggler beware. Now it gets interesting.”

Ricardo Rodriguez also reacted:

“Congrats Ziggler, just like you, we’ve used the MitB too. Just remember the target is on YOUR back now, I’d be weary of Big Urkle and Psycho”

- Tonight’s WWE SmackDown tapings will take place from the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. The theme for tonight will be John Cena’s homecoming. Cena, Triple H, Chris Jericho and Sin Cara are among the Superstars advertised for tonight. Advertised locally is The Shield vs. Ryback, Randy Orton and Sheamus.

Dolph Ziggler Captures the World Heavyweight Championship Title


- Dolph Ziggler defeated Alberto Del Rio on tonight's RAW to become the new World Heavyweight Champion.

Ziggler cashed in his Money in the Bank briefcase after Del Rio won a handicap match over Zeb Colter and Jack Swagger. Del Rio sold a leg injury which led to the loss to Ziggler.

Here is a photo of Ziggler holding the World Heavyweight Championship title:

Sunday, 7 April 2013

Ziggler Teases Cashing In Tomorrow, Heyman Settles ECW Debt, More


- Brian Soscia of 106.1 interviewed Paul Heyman and noted that he bought tickets to four ECW shows right before the company shut down. Soscia complained about not getting his money refunded, and Heyman settled the debt. You can watch footage embedded in the video below.
- NJ.com published an article about WrestleMania AXXESS here.
- Dolph Ziggler teased cashing in the Money in the Bank briefcase during an interview with IGN.
“We forget that eight months ago I was trying to cash it in on every Monday, Friday, Sunday, and every time it ended with my teeth getting kicked down my face,” Ziggler replied. “I eventually got fed up with that and said, “The next time I do this, it has to happen. Let’s make it count,” and that’s what I’m looking forward to. One of these times it’s going to happen. Maybe it’s Sunday.”

Wednesday, 3 April 2013

Reported Times Booked for WrestleMania 29 Matches and Segments


- According to F4Wonline.com, here are scripted times for the WrestleMania 29 matches, not counting entrances:
* Chris Jericho vs. Fandango has been given 10 minutes
* Kane and Daniel Bryan vs. Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston has been given 12 to 15 minutes
* Ryback vs. Mark Henry has been given 12 minutes
* The Shield vs. Randy Orton, Big Show and Sheamus has been given 15 minutes
* CM Punk vs. The Undertaker has been given 20 minutes
* Jack Swagger vs. Alberto Del Rio has been given 15 minutes
* Triple H vs. Brock Lesnar has been given 20 to 30 minutes
* The Rock vs. John Cena has been given 25 to 30 minutes
* A Diddy musical performance has been given 8 minutes
* The WWE Hall of Famers coming out to wave to fans has been given 7 minutes
* The show opener and National Anthem has been given 7 minutes
* Other assorted segments throughout the show have been given 10 minutes

CM Punk Tops ESPN This Week, Rock Talks About Weapons in GI Joe Film


- Embedded in the video below, David Chokachi talks to The Rock about his weapon in GI Joe: Retaliation.

- CM Punk took the top spot on this week's ESPN WWE Power Rankings. Following Punks lead is Dolph Ziggler, while The Rock, Ryback and Jack Swagger rounded out the top 5. 

ESPN's article noted of the Rock's potential loss to John Cena this Sunday at WrestleMania 29, "Imagine the meltdown when 'The People's Champ' loses to the guy they're chanting 'boring' at. This could get ugly."

WWE Saturday Morning Slam Spoiler Results


WWE taped WWE Saturday Morning Slam Monday night from the Verizon Center in Washington, DC. Here are the full results.

* Dolph Ziggler came out to join the commentary table.

* Kofi Kingston defeated Justin Gabriel.


Wednesday, 27 March 2013

More on Ric Flair’s Health, Ziggler Gives Props to a Diva, Rock and a Raven at SmackDown


- Baltimore Raven Torrey Smith was backstage at last night’s SmackDown tapings in Hershey, PA. Here he is with The Rock:
- As noted, Naomi and Cameron will take on The Bella Twins in a match for this tonight’s WWE Main Event. Dolph Ziggler gave Naomi props on Twitter:
“naomi has the hottest moveset in the biz! wow, watch #MainEvent on @IonTV wednesday night #WWEhershey”
- Ric Flair underwent medical tests on Tuesday and it was determined that he once again has a blood clot in his left leg. Flair was not admitted to the hospital and was given medication in an attempt to dissolve the clot.


WWE Saturday Morning Slam Spoiler Results - March 30, 2013


WWE will tape this week's episode of WWE Saturday Morning Slam from the GIANT Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Here are the full results. 

* Kofi Kingston and Josh Mathews are on commentary. 

* Zack Ryder and Justin Gabriel vs. Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre is up first. 3MB get the win and beat them down after the match. Kofi Kingston makes the save and out comes General Manager Mick Foley. Foley removes Kofi from commentary and books him in a match. 

* Kofi Kingston vs. Heath Slater is up next. Foley bans Mahal and McIntyre from ringside. Dolph Ziggler comes out for commentary. Kofi gets the win.

Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Updated WrestleMania 29 Pay-Per-View Lineup


- Here is the updated card for WrestleMania 29 coming out of tonight's RAW in Philadelphia: 

WWE Title Match 
John Cena vs. The Rock 

World Heavyweight Title Match 
Jack Swagger vs. Alberto Del Rio 

WWE Tag Team Title Match 
Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston vs. Kane and Daniel Bryan 

No Holds Barred Match 
Triple H vs. Brock Lesnar 
Triple H's career will be on the line. 

CM Punk vs. The Undertaker 

Randy Orton, Sheamus and Big Show vs. Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns 

Ryback vs. Mark Henry 

Chris Jericho vs. Fandango

Saturday, 23 March 2013

WWE SmackDown Results - March 22, 2013


Welcome to this week’s Smackdown! The show begins with a teaser of what is to come tonight. Jack Swagger is shown attacking Alberto Del Rio on Raw, following by locking in the Patriot Lock on Ricardo Rodriguez. Also, The Shield is shown retreating after Big Show stands ground with Randy Orton and Sheamus. 

Miz is in the ring, for Miz TV. Randy Orton and Sheamus are welcomed as his guests, already in the ring. Miz speaks of how Ryback is no longer their Wrestlemania partner, and Miz asks of their choice. Orton says it was the person that helped him and Sheamus on Raw, that being Big Show. Sheamus says if Big Show didn’t come to the ring, they would have had their arses kicked. Orton says he doesn’t trust him, but than again, he doesn’t trust anyone. Orton says it’s better to work with the devil you know than the one you don’t. Miz decides to calls out Show. Big Show makes his way to the ring. 

Miz speaks of mistrust being a problem, reminding of him of their team from a while back. Miz says he only trusts him as far as he can throw him. Show says it doesn’t matter what Miz says, following by saying he has dated women bigger than him. Show turns to Orton and Sheamus, saying he knocked out a member of the Shield. Show says if they worked together, they could be unstoppable. Sheamus says Show is one of the toughest opponents he has faced, but thinks he is devious. Show says if he would run, he wouldn’t have beaten Sheamus for the World Heavyweight Championship. Orton says they all need to get along. Miz finds it funny that Orton is the voice of reason. Sheamus says it won’t work, but Show says it will only if he pulls his head out of his — Booker T interrupts. 

Booker says they need to see if they can get along, as they are in a 6-Man Tag Team Match tonight. 

-Commercials 

Mark Henry makes his way to the ring. Zack Ryder is already in the ring. 

Mark Henry vs. Zack Ryder 

Zack is thrown into the corner, and is hit in the face with an elbow. Ryder is whipped into the opposite corner, twice. Henry picks up Ryder, but Zack gets out. Ryder runs the ropes, but Henry picks him up. Henry connects with the World’s Strongest Slam for the win. 

Winner: Mark Henry via pinfall 

Henry follows the match with two World’s Strongest Slams on Ryder. Ryback interrupts, making his way to the ring. Ryback and Ryder stand off, as Henry runs to Ryback. Mark is taken down with a Meathook Clothesline, but rolls to the floor. Henry looks shocked, as Ryback chants in the ring. 

Booker T is backstage, as Teddy Long comes up to talk to him. Long says he and Vickie Guerrero made the Ryback vs. Mark Henry match at Wrestlemania. Booker says he likes the match, but not how he handled business. Booker says he works for him. Long asks if he works with him, but Booker rolls his eyes and looks away. 

-Commercials 

A Booker T Hall of Fame video is shown. 

Dolph Ziggler makes his way to the ring, with Big E and AJ. AJ goes onto commentary. Kofi Kingston makes his way to the ring. 

Mr. Money in the Bank Dolph Ziggler w/ Big E Langston vs. Kofi Kingston 

Dolph is kicked into the corner, but Ziggler fights out. Ziggler connects with a Neckbreaker. Dolph picks up Kofi, but Kingston connects with a Dropkick. Kofi follows with a Jumping Clothesline and Boom Drop. Kofi calls for Trouble in Paradise, but Big E distracts. Dolph takes advantage with a Dropkick. Pin, but a kick out. 

-Commercials 

Kofi throws punches to Ziggler, but is whipped into the corner. Kofi connects with an Enziguri from the apron. Dolph pins Kingston, but a kick out. Dolph stomps on Kofi, following with a Dropkick. Pin, but a kick out. Dolph locks in a Headlock, as Kingston stands out. Kofi is taken into the corner, as Dolph runs to him. Kofi moves, as Dolph hits his shoulder on the corner post. Kofi connects with running Double Axe Handles, followed by a Dropkick. Kofi runs to the corner, connecting with a Springboard Crossbody. Pin, but a kick out. Kofi attempts a Springboard Corkscrew Splash, but Ziggler gets hisknees up. Ziggler is thrown to the ropes, as Kofi goes for Trouble in a Paradise. Ziggler holds onto the ropes, dodging the kick. Ziggler locks in with a Sleeper Hold. Kofi backs him into the corner, following with a Snapmare. Kofi connects with an SOS. Pin, but a kick out. Ziggler rolls to the floor, as Kofi runs the ropes. Kofi goes for a dive, but Big E stands in the way. Kofi goes top rope, as Ziggler is helped up. Kofi connects with a dive onto Big E. Ziggler connects with a Fameasser to Kofi on the floor. Kingston is rolled back into the ring, as Ziggler connects with a Zig Zag. 

Winner: Dolph Ziggler via pinfall 

After the match, Langston picks up Kingston, connecting with the Big End. 

In a highlight from Raw, Fandango is shown speaking to Chris Jericho. Jericho mocks his name, in Jericho fashion. Fandango says he will learn to pronounce his name properly and leave, as Jericho says he didn’t get his movie tickets yet. 

-Commercials 

Raw Rebound 

Undertaker calls out CM Punk, saying he made things personal. Undertaker says he wants the urn back. Punk appears on the Titantron, mocking Paul Bearer. Punk begins throwing up and catching the urn, speaking of Undertaker answering to a higher calling. Punk says he doesn’t answer to a high power, but is the power himself. Punk drops the urn, saying he didn’t intend any disrespect. 

Randy Orton, Sheamus and Big Show are speaking backstage. Show is told to stay on the apron, and follow Sheamus’ lead. Show and Sheamus begin arguing, but Orton yells at them to stop. Orton says if they don’t cooperate, they will be sitting ducks for the Shield. 

A highlight from Raw is shown, as Swagger locks in the Patriot Lock on Ricardo Rodriguez who suffered a broken ankle. 

Jack Swagger makes his way to the ring, with Zeb Colter. 

-Commercials 

Swagger has a mic, welcoming everyone to Jack Swagger’s America. Zeb is handed the mic, saying what happened on Raw was unfortunate, but necessary. Zeb says what happened to Ricardo is nothing compared to what will happen to Del Rio come Wrestlemania. Zeb says if bones need to be broken, they will. Zeb says this should be a wake up call to everyone who disagrees with what they say; including Chris Jericho. Swagger is handed the mic again, as he finishes with “We the People.” Chris Jericho interrupts, and makes his way to the ring. 

Jack Swagger w/ Zeb Colter vs. Chris Jericho 

Jericho throws elbows to Swaggers face, following with an Irish Whip. Jericho connects with a Spinning Back Elbow. Jericho chops Swagger in the ropes, whipping him again. Swagger catches the ropes, rolling to the floor. Swagger begins yelling, as Jericho connects with a Basball Slide Dropkick. Jericho throws Swagger into the barricade, chopping him. Swagger is rolled back into the ring, and Jericho follows. Jack connects with a Chop Block. Swagger stomps on Jericho, following with a couple Shoulder Tackles. Swagger runs the ropes, but is greeted with a Dropkick by Jericho. Pin, but a kick out. Swagger reverses a whip, catching Jericho out of the air. Jericho is thrown into the corner, as Swagger connects with fists. Swagger is chopped, but puts Jericho on the top rope. Jericho tries to kick Swagger away, but Swagger follows him up. Swagger goes for a Superplex, but Jericho headbutts Swagger of the top. Jericho connects with a Diving Crossbody. Pin, but a kick out. Swagger rolls to the floor, as Jericho connects with a Slingshot Plancha. 

-Commercials 

Jericho runs the ropes, but is hit with a Big Boot. Pin, but a kick out. Swagger locks in a Hammerlock and Headlock combination. Swagger throws some fist to the back, then choking Jericho in the ropes. Swagger puts Jericho’s arm in the ropes, throwing clubs to the back. Swagger whips Jericho into the corner, as he runs to Chris. Jericho moves, connecting with a few shoulders. Jericho is sent to the apron, but goes top rope. Jericho connects with a Double Axe Handle. Jericho hits Swagger in the head with fists in the corner. Swagger picks Jericho up, as he goes for a Hurricanrana. Swagger catches him in the Patriot Lock. Jericho reverses, as Swagger is sent to the floor. Jericho connects with a Triangle Springboard Dropkick. Fandango interrupts, dancing on the apron. Fandango makes his way to the ring, as Swagger connects with a Belly-to-belly Suplex. Pin, but a kick out. Jericho connects with a Crucifix Pin, but a kick out. Jericho goes for the Codebreaker, but Swagger picks him up. Jericho reverses into a Victory Roll. Pin, but a kick out. Jericho connects with a Catapult into the ropes, as he follows with a Bulldog. Jericho goes for a Lionsault, as Fandango kicks him in the head. Swagger capitalizes, with a Swagger Bomb for the win. 

Winner: Jack Swagger via pinfall 

Fandango jumps into the ring, assaulting Jericho. Fandango goes top rope, connecting with a Leg Drop. Fandango grabs a mic, yelling his name into Jericho’s face. 

Big Show is backstage, talking with Matt Striker. Show speaks of his partners, saying Orton is right. Show says he has been beaten up by the Shield, but so have his partners. Show says they will trust him about as much as they can trust each other. 

-Commercials 

A John Cena and Rock hype video is shown. 

Rhodes Scholars are int the ring, with the Bella Twins. Cody Rhodes says he will bring to everyone a special gift. Damien demands silence, saying his best friend and him are proud to present the class of the diva’s division: The Bella Twins. Brodus Clay and Tensai make their way to the ring. 

Team Rhodes Scholars (Cody Rhodes and Damien Sandow) w/ The Bella Twins vs. Brodus Clay and “Sweet T” w/ Cameron and Naomi 

Cody and Tensai start off, as Rhodes throws jabs. Tensai throws an uppercut, but Rhodes connects with one of his own. Tensai misses with a Splash, as he rolls to his corner. Clay is tagged, as he takes out Rhodes and Sandow. Nikki Bella gets on the apron, distracting Clay. Cameron and Naomi then fight with Nikki and Brie. Everyone gets involved in the brawl outside the ring. 

Winners: N/A 

Backstage, Sheamus and Orton are interviews about their trust. Sheamus delivers a similar promo to Show from earlier, telling Striker to trust him. 

-Commercials 

Antonio Cesaro is in the ring. Miz makes his way to the ring. 

United States Champion Antonio Cesaro vs. The Miz 

Miz and Cesaro lock up, as Cesaro locks in a Side Headlock. Miz backs him into the ropes, rolling him up. Pin, but a kick out. Cesaro knees Miz, and pins. Kick out, Cesaro connects with a Double Stomp to the chest, and pins. Kick out. Cesaro connects with a Gutwrench Suplex. Cesaro locks in a Cravate, throwing knees to the face. Miz whips Cesaro, but is reversed. Miz connects with a Big Boot. Cesaro is taken into the corner, and is hit with a Running Lariat. Miz follows with a Double Axe Handle. Miz goes for the Figure Four, but Cesaro pushes him away. Miz connects with a Low Dropkick to Cesaro’s knee. Miz locks in a Figure Four for the win. 

Winner: The Miz via submission 

After the match, Miz locks in the Figure Four Leglock on Cesaro, staring with Wade Barrett on commentary. Miz challenges Barrett to get in the ring, but he walks away. 

A video of the premier party of The Call is shown. 

-Commercials 

A video package from Raw is shown, where Triple H signed for a match against Brock Lesnar. After beating up Paul Heyman, Brock Lesnar comes out with a chair. Triple H reveals a sledgehammer, keeping Lesnar on the ramp. Heyman says it will be a No Holds Barred Match, with Triple H’s career on the line. 

Randy Orton and Sheamus make their way to the ring, respectively. 

-Commercials 

Big Show is in the ring. 3MB make their way to the ring. 

Randy Orton, Sheamus and Big Show vs. 3MB (Drew McIntyre, Heath Slater and Jinder Mahal) 

Jinder and Randy start off, as Mahal throws fists. Jinder runs the ropes, but is taken out with Clotheslines. Orton punches Jinder in the corner, off the top rope. Orton tags Sheamus, as they both take down Mahal with a Back Elbow. Sheamus takes Mahal in the corner, as Jinder fights out. Sheamus connects with a boot to the gut. Mahal is tackled into the corner, followed by a hit with a Knee Lift. Sheamus connects with a Rolling Senton. Sheamus connects with Big Show style chops. Show is tagged, as is Drew. Drew throws kicks, but is taken down with headbutts. Show puts Drew on the apron, connecting with Sheamus style clubs to the chest of McIntyre. Jinder is tagged, as he is thrown into the ring. Heath is tagged, as he is also thrown into the ring. Orton is tagged, as he connects with a Knee Drop. Heath is hit with a Scoop Slam. Orton puts Slater on the apron, hitting Jinder. Heath rings Orton’s neck on the rope, connecting with a kick by Slater. Pin, but a kick out by Orton. Drew is tagged, as he stomps away at Orton. Jinder is tagged as he does the same. Heath is tagged, as he connects with a Neckbreaker. Heath goes top rope, but is hit with a Dropkick by Orton. Show is tagged, as he cleans house. Show connects with a Spear to Jinder, but is hit with a Big Boot by Drew. Show hits the KO Punch to Drew, as Sheamus tags Show. Sheamus connects with a Brouge Kick to Jinder for the win. 

Winners: Randy Orton, Sheamus and Big Show via pinfall 

Show begins arguing with Sheamus about stealing his victory, as Orton tries to stop it. The Shield makes their way to the ring. During this, Sheamus and Show begin pushing each other. Orton is pushed over in the quarrel, as all three begin pushing each other. The Shield comes to the apron, but backs away. Orton, Sheamus and Show stay in the ring.

Wednesday, 20 March 2013

ESPN Says Monday's Raw Episode Was Historically Bad


Triple H took the top spot in this week's ESPN WWE Power Rankings, followed by Brock Lesnar, Jack Swagger, Dolph Ziggler & Big E. Langston, and the trio of Randy Orton, Sheamus and the Big Show. 

ESPN's 
article also took a shot at last night's Raw, stating that it "will go down as one of the historically bad nights in wrestling television (and a clear signal that they need to end the three-hour experiment)."

Saturday, 16 March 2013

Otunga Hosting The Call Premiere, SmacakDown Matches



- WWE taped the following matches for tonight's WWE SmackDown:

* Sheamus and Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes and Damien Sandow

* Darren Young vs. The Miz

* Aksana and Tamina Snuka vs. Layla and Kaitlyn

* Kane vs. Dolph Ziggler

* Fandango vs. The Great Khali

* Mark Henry vs. Ryback

* Chris Jericho vs. Swagger

- David Otunga will be at a special screening of WWE Studios' The Call tonight in Chicago. The red carpet walk and meet & greet happens at the AMC River East theater. The movie starts at 7:30 local time and Otunga will meet fans after the showing.

3/11 WWE RAW Breakdown: Brock Lesnar's Appearance



 As noted before, the March 11th WWE RAW did a 3.34 cable rating with 4.79 million viewers. 

In the segment breakdown, the show opened at a 3.46 quarter rating for the Paul Bearer tribute, The Undertaker and CM Punk. Big Show vs. Seth Rollins lost 9,000 viewers. Dolph Ziggler vs. Daniel Bryan gained 132,000 viewers. Fandango's segment with Tensai and Brodus Clay lost 298,000 viewers. The New Age Outlaws vs. Cody Rhodes and Damien Sandow with Brock Lesnar's appearance gained 326,000 viewers for a show-high 3.57 quarter rating. 

Mark Henry vs. Kofi Kingston and Ryback vs. Heath Slater and the Henry-Ryback face-off lost 179,000 viewers. Antonio Cesaro vs. Alberto Del Rio lost 265,000 viewers. The video for John Cena vs. The Rock lost 10,000 viewers. Sheamus and Randy Orton vs. Rhodes and Sandow in the 10pm timeslot gained 106,000 viewers for a 3.32 quarter rating. The Highlight Reel with Chris Jericho, The Miz, Wade Barrett and Brad Maddox gained 81,000 viewers but Jericho vs. Miz lost 359,000 viewers. Jack Swagger vs. Sin Cara lost 78,000 viewers. 

CM Punk vs. Kane in a No DQ main event gained 153,000 viewers for a 3.18 quarter rating, which is a very weak overrun gain.

Tuesday, 12 March 2013

What Was Cut From Raw Hulu Plus This Week

The following matches and segments were cut from the Hulu Plus version of Monday's Raw:

* Paul Bearer's debut video

* Daniel Bryan vs. Dolph Ziggler
* Tensai vs. Fandango
* G.I. Joe 2 trailer
* Mark Henry vs. Kofi Kingston
* Josh Mathews interview with Kane
* Paul Bearer video where he introduces Kane from 1997
* Fan Touts about Paul Bearer
* Ricardo Rodriguez and Alberto Del Rio's mocking video of Zeb Colter and Jack Swagger
* Paul Bearer comedy video from Wrestlemania 1995