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Jon Jones Failed Post UFC 214 Drug Test

Dana White indicated in Las Vegas on Tuesday after the news broke that Jon Jones failed an in-competition drug test in conjunction with his fight against Daniel Cormier at UFC 214 last month that there were big plans for the UFC light heavyweight championship. According to White (via MMAJunkie), they were talking about a heavyweight clash between Jones and UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic. The tentative date for such a bout would have likely taken place at UFC 218 in Detroit, MI. Obviously if Jones’ failed drug test holds up, all of those plans are off.

– The USADA issued a statement to MMAFighting.com regarding the situation with Jon Jones, urging to let due process play out. Jones’ failed drug test was from a sample collected on July 28, 2017 after the UFC 214 weigh-ins. Jones previously passed out-of-competition drug tests leading into the fight, with tests on July 6 and July 7 by the USADA coming back negative. There were reports on social media he passed a fight-night drug test on July 29 but neither the USADA nor the California State Athletic Commission would confirm that to MMAFighting. The testing body would also not confirm TMZ’s report that Jones tested positive for the anabolic steroid Turinabol.

Source: WrestlingINC

WWE Introduces Female Referee (Video)

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WWE posted this video below looking at female referee Jessika Carr, who will be officiating matches in The Mae Young Classic. Carr has also worked recent WWE NXT events.

Low Ki Reportedly Gone From GFW

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Low Ki is reportedly gone from Global Force Wrestling, after asking for his release from the company during this week’s set of tapings. While there are a few different versions of the account, the similarities were that he did ask for his release and it was said to be an “amicable” split between the two parties.

One version stated that it was a financial issue that led to his leaving, while another said it was over his creative direction. Reportedly, Low Ki was expecting to work in the GFW Championship scene, but the direction given to him was headed towards the X Division, where he would be in a championship match at GFW Bound for Glory.

Last week, Low Ki was slated to take on Alberto El Patron at the live Destination X for the GFW Championship, but Patron was stripped of the title, which effectively cancelled their match.

Returning to GFW for a fourth time in April of this year, Low Ki was able to win the X Division Championship for a fifth time in a six-man match on an episode of Impact. He then lost the title to Sonjay Dutt in June.

Source: WrestlingINC

Lucha Underground Preview 8/23/17

Johnny Mundo threatens Dario Cueto; two luchadores battle for the Cueto Cup; nad Rey Mysteriop takes on Johnny Mundo for the Lucha Underground Championship.

* Cueto Cup Final: Pentagon Dark vs. Prince Puma

* Lucha Underground Championship: (C) Johnny Mundo vs. Rey Mysterio

NXT Preview 8/23/17

WWE NXT airs tonight on WWE Network at 8:00 PM ET. Tonight will be the episode that was taped prior to this past Saturday’s NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III live special at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

* WWE UK Champion Pete Dunne and Wolfgang vs. Tyler Bate and Trent Seven

* What’s next for NXT following TakeOver: Brooklyn III?

Taz Getting Hand Surgery Today

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PWInsider reports that former ECW and WWE star Taz is currently getting surgery on his hand today. The surgery is going to try and repair some nerve damage he’s had due to loss of feeling and muscle atrophy, which has caused him trouble in gripping with his right hand.

Taz previously had some nerve damage in his neck during his wrestling career, which has now moved down to his hand. According the report, surgeons will plan to go through his wrist to try and revive some of his nerves. Taz will likely miss several episodes of his radio show due to the procedure.

Source: 411Mania

Dana Brooke Creates Nonprofit In Honor Of Late Boyfriend

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Dana Brooke helped create a nonprofit organization, the Dallas McCarver Foundation, as seen in the video below. The nonprofit is named after her late boyfriend, who passed away on Monday at the age of 26.

Dana is creating the organization with REDCON1 CEO and good friend of Dallas, Aaron Singerman. The organization will raise money to help provide food, clothing, toiletries, books and school supplies to children in need. As of this writing, they have raised over $14,000 with hopes of raising $150,000.

In the video above on their official Go Fund Me, Dana discussed McCarver’s generosity and love for children.

“Everytime he [McCarver] got a new pair of tennis shoes, he would donate one to children,” Dana said. “From Dallas looking below on us, this is something that he would love – to give back to kids. From our side, we would love for you to do that as well.”

You can help donate to the organization at Go Fund Me by clicking here.

Source: WrestlingINC

Enzo Amore Makes WWE 205 Live Debut (Video)

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Enzo Amore made his WWE 205 Live debut on last night’s show from the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The debut comes just one night after he defeated Big Cass in a Brooklyn Street Fight on RAW, due to Cass suffering an injury, and two nights after he was beat up by Cass at SummerSlam following Cass’ victory over Big Show. Enzo was suspended above the ring in a shark cage for most of the match but he managed to escape.

Regarding Enzo’s debut, Neville retained the WWE Cruiserweight Title over Akira Tozawa in the main event and then cut a promo about being the King of the Cruiserweights. Neville was then interrupted by Enzo, who did his usual introduction and entrance. Enzo declared that 205 Live is now the realest show in the room. He also took a shot at Neville and called him “SAWFT” to end the show.

Source: WrestlingINC

WWE Announced That Big Cass Will Require Surgery

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After undergoing a MRI yesterday, WWE has announced that Big Cass will need surgery for the left knee injury that he suffered during the Brooklyn Street Fight with Enzo Amore on RAW. WWE also confirmed that Cass suffered an ACL tear and possibly a medial meniscus tear.

“It looks like he has an ACL tear, possibly a medial meniscus tear, but we’re going to wait for the radiologist to evaluate the MRI and give us their full report,” said WWE ringside physician Dr. Chris Robinson.

Cass will be undergoing surgery this week and WWE noted that he will have a long road back to the ring.

“A typical ACL tear takes about nine months [to recover from],” Robinson said.

Source: WrestlingINC

Dana Brooke Comments On Boyfriend Dallas McCarver’s Passing

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WWE RAW star Dana Brooke commented on the tragic passing of her boyfriend, Dallas “Big Country” McCarver. McCarver was found dead on Monday at the age of 26 in his Florida home after apparently choking on his food.

Brooke told TMZ that McCarver, who is a big star on the bodybuilding circuit, was found unconscious in his home on Monday evening by a friend shortly after they spoke on the phone. McCarver told Brooke that he was going to make dinner. His last words to her were, “I love you. Goodbye.”

Brooke posted the following on Instagram:

So here it goes, I’ll try & be short– aug 22 the lord received another angel, who happens 2 be my LIFE- MY Dallas the one WHO ONLY UNDERSTOOD ME! I can speak on the behalf of his family– the love and support you all are showing for him & us is OVERWHELMING!! Dallas would always tell me “just keep swimming his little pengutimous (hippo mixed with penguin)” he would tell everyone the same — just keep swimming, keep moving through life and he will be your angel above!! He had a way with making people laugh!! Dallas was an exceptional body builder, but I didn’t see him for that .. I saw him for HIM AND HIS HEART!! He is the best individual I have ever met– my ying to my yang.. finished my sentences and knew what I was thinking before I’d say it!! We had it all figured out – new WWE superstar “Big country” & “country strong” mixed tag team!!! — you were my life , you are my life, I still smell u and feel ur presence, NEVER LEAVE MY SIDE — like I have always asked; and u said NO NEVER Mrs. McCarver — I had your back and I knew you had mine!! Your our angel– STAYED TUNED FOR A NONPROFIT I have started — and as well as a memorial service as details will be out soon! #rip #myangel #mydallas #dallasmccarver #dteam #raw #ifbb #bodybuilding #losingalovedone #myheart #wwe #justkeepswimming #soulmate #swolemate #bestfriend #love #pray #faith #staystrong

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Source: WrestlingINC