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Konnan Announced As Head Writer For New Lucha Libre Project, Ex-Impact Producers Involved

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Aroluxe Media announced yesterday that Carlos “Konnan” Ashenoff will lead the writing team for its upcoming Lucha Libre project.

For those who may recall, Aroluxe was funding episodes of Impact in exchange for ownership shares in TNA and at one time tried to purchase the company.

Konnan currently runs The Crash in Mexico and is featured on Impact Wrestling with LAX.

Former TNA wrestlers Ron and Don Harris are also involved with Aro Lucha.

Below is is details on the announcement:

LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) NOVEMBER 15, 2017

Arolucha, Inc. announced today that Carlos “Konnan” Ashenoff will lead the writing team for its upcoming Lucha Libre project. Effective November 1st, 2017, Konnan will lead the writing team to produce character-driven, authentic, and original storylines for the Aro Lucha world of Lucha Libre.

Konnan is regarded as one of the brightest and most creative minds in the wrestling and sports entertainment industry. Spanning over 3 decades, Konnan’s career has ranged from professional wrestler and on-screen talent, to color commentator, booker and creative consultant. He has worked for nearly all major professional wrestling organizations including AAA, CMLL, WCW, Impact, and WWE.

“When you’re creating an authentic Lucha Libre product in the United States, I’m not sure if there is any other person you want at the core of your company than Carlos, (Konnan)” said Jason Brown, CEO or AroLucha, Inc, “He brings an authenticity and a knowledgebase to the project that is unmatched.”

Konnan is best known to his legion of fans as one of the biggest box office draws in the history of Mexico. Breaking attendance records as the main event in virtually every major city, including Mexico City and Los Angeles. Although his success as a professional wrestler launched Konnan’s career, his lasting impact on the industry continues through his own Mexico-based promotion, The Crash Lucha Libre, where he is co-owner, lead writer, and executive producer. Konnan has a keen eye for talent, bringing to light the likes of Rey Mysterio and Psychosis, and more recently Penta Zero M and Rey Fenix. He continues to influence and foster young talent through his perpetual support of Hispanic performers within the professional wrestling industry.

“Carlos loves this industry. He has given his life to professional wrestling and there is no one else that we could see as a better partner within the US,” said Ron Harris of Aro Lucha.

For more information visit arolucha.com.

Press Contacts:

For AroLucha, Inc
Luis Quintanta
social(at)arolucha(dot)com

About AroLucha, Inc.

Aro Lucha is a high energy, family-friendly Lucha Libre promotion based in the United States. Its principals have produced over 200 hours of network television, specifically in the professional wrestling arena. They are focused on bringing authentic Stars, Characters, and Storylines to their fans through live events, social media, and digital content. Aro Lucha is a company that fans can be proud to support.

WWE Releases James Ellsworth

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WWE announced today that they have released James Ellsworth.

WWE has come to terms on the release of WWE Superstar James Ellsworth. WWE wishes Ellsworth the best in all of his future endeavors.

 

WrestleMania 33 Generated Record $181 Million For Orlando Region

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WWE issued a press release announcing that WrestleMania 33 generated a record revenue of $181 million for the Orlando region earlier this year in April.

WWE issued the following today:

WrestleMania® Generates Record $181 Million for Orlando Region11/15/2017

STAMFORD, Conn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– WWE® (NYSE:WWE) and Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer announced today that WrestleMania 33 generated $181.5 million in economic impact for the Orlando region this past April, according to a study conducted by the Enigma Research Corporation. This marks a new record for WrestleMania’s economic impact and the sixth consecutive year that WrestleMania generated more than $100 million in economic impact for its host region.

Over the past 11 years, WrestleMania has generated more than $1 billion in cumulative economic impact for the cities that have hosted the event. WrestleMania 33 also generated approximately $22.7 million in federal, state and local taxes.

“On behalf of the residents of the City of Orlando, I would like to thank the tens of thousands of WWE fans that converged on our city to be part of WrestleMania Week,” said Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer. “The week-long series of events boosted our economy by bringing guests to our restaurants, shops and hotels, and also benefited our city through community outreach initiatives. We look forward to welcoming WrestleMania back soon.”

“This historic result would not have been possible without the support of Mayor Dyer, the Central Florida Sports Commission and all of our public and private sector partners in Orlando that worked so hard to again welcome WWE’s global fan base,” said John P. Saboor, WWE Executive Vice President, Special Events. “We continue to be grateful to our fans who helped us deliver unprecedented economic results for our WrestleMania host city. We now look ahead to our return to New Orleans in 2018 for WrestleMania 34.”

A record crowd of 75,245 fans from all 50 states and 62 countries attended WWE’s pop-culture extravaganza this past April, making it the highest-grossing and most-attended event in Citrus Bowl history. Key highlights from the study include:

* $181.5 million in direct, indirect and induced impact derived from spending by visitors to the Orlando region for WrestleMania 33.

* 79% of fans that attended WrestleMania were from outside the Orlando region and stayed an average of 5.6 nights.

* $24.8 million was spent on hotels and accommodations within Orlando.

* The economic impact derived from WrestleMania Week was equal to the creation of 1,730 full-time jobs for the area.

* $9.3 million was spent by visitors to Orlando at area restaurants.

Next year, WrestleMania 34 will take place Sunday, April 8 at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. Tickets will be available this Friday, November 17 at 11 AM ET/10 AM CT through Ticketmaster. The event will be streamed live around the world on WWE Network.

NXT Preview 11/15/17

Tonight is the final show before this Saturday’s NXT TakeOver: WarGames in Houston.

* Drew McIntyre, Andrade “Cien” Almas get set to meet face-to-face

* Will Ember Moon make Mercedes Martinez eat her words?

* The games between Street Profits and Sabbatelli & Moss come to an end

Charlotte Flair Wins SmackDown Women’s Championship, Ric Flair There To Congratulate Her

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Last night on SmackDown Live, Charlotte Flair captured the SmackDown Women’s Championship by defeating Natalya. Charlotte will now face RAW Women’s Champions Alexa Bliss at Survivor Series. It has not yet been announced who will take Charlotte’s place on Team SmackDown.

Charlotte was very emotional after the match, tearing up while talking about her father’s recent heath scare. She said he was there and that he was home watching. She said her winning the title was for him. As she was heading up the ramp, Ric’s music hit and he came out, she ran and embraced him.

Check out the videos below:

RAW Attacks SmackDown (Video)

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Last night on SmackDown Live, the last show before Survivor Series, RAW got pay back by attacking SmackDown.

It occurred during the main event match of The New Day vs. Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn. The Shield came down through the crowd and surrounded the ring. Owens & Zayn bailed leaving New Day alone to defend against The Shield. The Usos came to help, but more RAW stars hit the ring. Raw stars was attacking in the back also. Shane McMahon and SmackDown stars tried to fight back but RAW lead by Kurt Angle and The Shield got the best of them. Shane took a couple of triple powerbombs from The Shield.

Check out the video below:

WWE 205 Live Preview 11/14/17

Tonight’s WWE 205 Live will take place from the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina with the final hype for Sunday’s WWE Survivor Series pay-per-view.

* Will The Brian Kendrick and Gentleman Jack Gallagher confront Rich Swann and Cedric Alexander?

* Kalisto’s birthday celebration

SmackDown Live Preview 11/14/17

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown Live will take place from the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina with the final hype for Sunday’s WWE Survivor Series pay-per-view.

* Charlotte Flair to challenge SmackDown Women’s Champion Natalya tonight on SmackDown LIVE

* Sin Cara challenges Baron Corbin for the United States Title tonight on SmackDown LIVE

* The New Day face Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn tonight on SmackDown LIVE

* Daniel Bryan returns to SmackDown LIVE

Impact Wrestling Removes Several Names From Their Active Roster

Alisha Edwards, Swoggle (f.k.a. Hornswoggle in WWE), The Veterans of War (Mayweather & Wilcox) and Mahabali Shera have all been removed from the active roster of Impact Wrestling.

Shera had been with Impact Wrestling since 2014. He last wrestled for the company at their tapings in India this past May, where he won a Gauntlet match for the inaugural Sony SIX Invitational Trophy.

Alisha Edwards, the wife of Eddie Edwards, debuted this past February and was involved in a feud with husband Eddie against Davey Richards and his wife, Angelina Love. Her last match with the promotion was teaming with Eddie to defeat Davey & Angelina in a “Mixed Tag Team Full Metal Mayhem” match this past July.

Swoggle made his Impact Wrestling debut as part of the “Total Nonstop Deletion” episode last December. He spent much of the year feuding with with Rockstar Spud, who also recently parted ways with the company. His last match for the company was defeating Spud at the Impact Wrestling tapings in India this past Pay.

The Veterans of War debuted this past April and consisted of Mayweather (f.k.a. Crimson) and Wilcox (f.k.a. Jax Dane in ROH). Impact Wrestling had officially announced their signing this past May.

Source: WrestlingINC

WWE Cancels One India Live Event, Triple H Vs. Jinder Mahal Confirmed, Kevin Owens Pulled

The Times of India reports that there will now be just one WWE live event in India next month. There had been two events scheduled for New Delhi on December 8th and December 9th but now there will be a “Supershow” on December 8th.

Jinder Mahal vs. Triple H has been confirmed as the main event. Kevin Owens, who was originally scheduled to face Mahal on the tour, is no longer advertised. It was also announced today that WWE NXT talents Jeet Rama and Kishan Rafter will face Curtis Axel and Bo Dallas that night.

Regarding the change to just one event, WWE noted in a press release: “To meet the requests of WWE fans in India, and deliver the biggest main event in the country’s history, WWE is combining two nights of family-friendly action into a one-night only, exclusive Supershow.”

Fans who bought tickets to the December 8th live event can exchange them for Saturday’s Supershow or receive a full refund.

WWE announced the following on the event today:

Triple H vs. Jinder Mahal to headline WWE Live India “Supershow” on Saturday, December 9MUMBAI, India & STAMFORD, Conn. – WWE and Sony Pictures Networks today announced that WWE Live in India, at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, will now feature one “Supershow” on Saturday, December 9, including the return of WWE Superstar Triple H vs. The Modern Day Maharaja, Jinder Mahal, in the main event. Tickets are still available at bookmyshow.com.

To meet the requests of WWE fans in India and deliver the biggest main event in the country’s history, WWE is combining two nights of family-friendly action into a one-night only, exclusive “Supershow” that will also feature*:

* The Shield (Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins & Dean Ambrose) vs. Samoa Joe and Raw Tag Team Champions Cesaro & Sheamus

* Braun Strowman vs. Kane

* Finn Bálor vs. Bray Wyatt

* Raw Women’s Champion Alexa Bliss vs. Sasha Banks

* Jason Jordan vs. Elias

* WWE Cruiserweight Champion Enzo Amore vs. Kalisto

* Apollo Crews & Titus O’Neil vs. Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson

* Jeet Rama & Kishan Rafter vs. The Miztourage

Fans may exchange WWE Live tickets purchased for Friday, December 8, for Saturday’s WWE Supershow, or receive a full refund by contacting BookMyShow customer service at 022 6144 5050 or helpdesk@bookmyshow.com.

*Talent line-up referenced and depicted are subject to change.

Sources: WrestlingINC and WWE.com