Aleister Black And Zelina Vega Recently Got Married

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You probably didn’t even know they were a couple, but Pro Wrestling Sheet can confirm Aleister Black and Zelina Vega have tied the knot.

WrestlingInc first reported the WWE Superstars recently got married, and sources confirm the info is accurate, but it’s unclear where or when the nuptials occurred.

The couple have done a stellar job of keeping their relationship secret. In fact, it was only one week ago when Aleister first appeared on her Instagram in a training video.

Congratulations to the newlyweds!

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

WWE Reportedly Has Right To Purchase UK Indie Promotions Under New Working Agreements

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As we’ve noted, restrictions were recently placed on several of the contracted WWE NXT UK Superstars that will decide which indie promotions they can work for beginning in 2019. Talents will be barred from working for most indie companies in Europe, except for WWE partners ICW, PROGRESS Wrestling and wXw (Germany).

Regarding WWE’s working agreements with some of these promotions in the UK, The Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports that part of the agreements originally offered & accepted included rights for WWE to purchase the companies if they want to.

WWE would reportedly have the rights, for the next several years if they choose, to purchase the indie promotions for an agreed upon price, which was in the high six-figures in at least some cases. WWE would then be able to shut the promotion down so they would no longer be “competing with themselves” with the idea that the transaction would take place when WWE was up to running full-time schedules in those same markets.

There’s no word on other terms of these agreements or what the reactions were to these purchase rights but it could make for an interesting story down the line.

Source: WrestlingINC

Teenage Female Fan Issues Statement On James Ellsworth, Responds To His Statement On Legal Action

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The 16 year old pro wrestling fan who recently accused former WWE Superstar James Ellsworth of sending her nude photos has released a statement in response to a statement that Ellsworth released this week.

The female fan, who uses the name Kenzie on Twitter, is standing by her original claims. She did say she regrets going to social media with what happened, but that she is learning from the mistake. She also accused Ellsworth of doing “hardcore drugs” but that accusation was based off hearsay. You can read her full statement below:

“Mr.Ellsworth made a statement. Everyone is sending me. I seen it. Y’all got to think, If a minor ‘allegedly’ accused you of sending nudes, wouldn’t you do everything to save your ass too? People act like he is going to come out and admit it all

I know the truth. All the stories I’ve heard about him disgust me. People who worked with him, and know him have told me he’s has done hardcore drugs before also. His own bestfriend is even admitted over a phone call to a girl who has known Jimmy since 2012 that Jimmy has been unspeakable things all his life. In all the screenshots girls, people who have worked with him, promoters, wrestlers, etc the reason I blurred out their names out of respect. I don’t need tons of people hitting them up also

It’s funny the account he added me from, tons of girls also sent me that same exact snap, and said that he gave them the exact snapchat to them. I’ve heard that Snapchat is one he uses to just add girls. Also, people saying ‘Well, his face wasn’t in any of the explicit photos”. Let me know when you find a guy who shows his face when he’s taking pictures of his junk.

People say ‘Oh, why’d she give a grown man on snapchat, etc’. You guys are telling me, if a wrestler you liked and were a fan of you, you wouldn’t do that to? I have plenty of wrestlers on my snapchat (Nia, Mojo, Shinsuke, and more)

Someone who I was a fan of, met twice, bought his shirt, cheered him at matches, supported his wrestling career, why would I want to ruin his career & life? He has kids also, I wouldn’t destroy someone’s family just for the hell of it. If I were to fake a pedo, it wouldn’t be someone as low profile as Ellsworth

There is always gonna be people siding with him. When things like this happen, not everyone is only going to be on one side. Going to social media first about this is the biggest mistake I made, and I understand that. I regret doing that, but everything is a learning lesson”

As we noted before, Ellsworth issued a statement this week that said his legal team recently wrapped a thorough investigation into the accusations and they are ready to pursue legal action. Ellsworth’s statement reads like this:

“Recently, allegations of misconduct have been lodged against me which I categorically deny. I never have, nor will I ever engage in any activity that could be deemed as inappropriate or disrespectful. My delay in publicly commenting on this situation was based on the advice of my legal team which has just completed a thorough investigation. My attorneys have pinpointed a trusted witness who is willing to testify on my behalf. In addition, they have uncovered concrete evidence that supports my innocence and proves that without a shadow of a doubt the social media accounts alleged to be mine are fake and the messages from the account were fraudulently created without my knowledge or consent. My only hope is to restore my reputation as I, along with my family, friends and supporters have suffered because of a social media stunt devised to end my professional wrestling career. My team and I are prepared to pursue legal action against any party that persists with the promotion of these lies.”

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For those who missed it, below are the original tweets from the fan made back in mid-November along with the first statement from Ellsworth’s attorney:

https://twitter.com/realellsworth/status/1063550517245288448

 

 

 

 

 

Source: WrestlingINC

WWE Announces 16th Annual Tribute To The Troops

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WWE has announced that the 16th annual Tribute to the Troops will take place on Tuesday, December 4 from Fort Hood, Texas.

This will be WWE’s second time hosting TTTT at Fort Hood. There will be various activities on base, including an anti-bullying rally and Superstar appearances. There’s no word yet on when the TTTT special will air, or if Vince McMahon will take a crew of Superstars overseas to meet troops again this year, but we will keep you updated.

Below is WWE’s announcement on this year’s tribute show:

The 16th Annual WWE Tribute to the Troops will be held Tuesday, Dec. 4, at Fort Hood, TexasThe 16th annual WWE Tribute to the Troops will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at Fort Hood, Texas. This is the second time Fort Hood has hosted The Most Patriotic Show of the Year, first serving as host in 2010.

While in Fort Hood, Superstars will spend time giving back to military personnel and their families stationed on base. Activities include a Be a STAR bullying prevention rally, as well as hospital visits and military outreach initiatives at various installations across the base.

WWE Tribute to the Troops began in 2003 to honor our servicemen and women and their families. In the tradition of Bob Hope, WWE brings together the best of sports, entertainment and pop culture with celebrity appearances and performances from music’s most popular acts in what is considered TV’s most patriotic and heartwarming show of the year.

John Cena To Receive 2018 Sports Illustrated Muhammad Ali Legacy Award

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Sports Illustrated has announced that John Cena will receive the 2018 SI Muhammad Ali Legacy Award for his leadership as a philanthropist.

Cena, who has granted more than 600 Make-A-Wish wishes, also advocates for breast cancer awareness and early detection.

“I am truly thrilled to receive Sports Illustrated’s Muhammad Ali Legacy Award,” Cena said. “Ali’s commitment to helping others, his dedication to the sport and his generous spirit are incomparable and he was a role model to us all. To be linked with him in any way is an honor that means so much to me.”

SI Executive Editor Stephen Cannella, who selected Cena for the honor along with other SI editors, praised Cena for his commitment to philanthropy.

“From his unparalleled work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to his support for a wide range of causes ranging from activism for military families to cancer research, John has made personal outreach and generosity of time and spirit his calling cards,” said Cannella. “He might just be the most charitable person in sports, and his dedication to philanthropy richly reflects the spirit of the Ali Legacy Award.”

The award was created in 2008 and renamed after Ali in 2015. Bill Russell, Colin Kaepernick, Jack Nicklaus, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Jim Brown and Earvin “Magic” Johnson have received the award in the past. The presentation will take place at SI’s Sportsperson of the Year event on December 11 at the Beverly Hills Hilton in Los Angeles.

Source: WrestlingINC

Rhea Ripley Becomes First-Ever WWE NXT UK Women’s Champion

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Rhea Ripley was crowned the first-ever WWE NXT UK Women’s Champion on yesterday’s episode. She defeated Toni Storm in the finals of the tournament.

There was a post-match celebration with Triple H and NXT UK General Manager Johnny Saint presenting the title to Ripley as the locker room looked on.

Ripley, who has defended the title a few times since winning it at the tapings back in the summer, will defend against Storm at the NXT UK “Takeover: Blackpool” event on Saturday, January 12 from the Empress Ballroom in Blackpool, England.

FOX Wants Ronda Rousey On SmackDown In 2019

Image result for According to Wrestling Inc, FOX wants Ronda Rousey on the blue brand when SmackDown makes the move in 2019.

WrestlingINC reports that FOX wants to have Ronda Rousey on the SmackDown roster when SmackDown Live! moves to the network. FOX feels that Rousey’s MMA background, popularity and credibility as an athlete will be a major selling point to promote the show.

FOX reportedly wants SmackDown to have more of a sports direction and feature less comedy to fit in with their other sports programming. The addition of Rousey to SmackDown Live is expected to make her a main player in their efforts to do cross-promotional campaigns between WWE and FOX’s other programs.

As noted, UFC Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier was recently invited for a tryout to WWE as a commentator. According to reports, FOX likes Cormier and wants WWE to sign him as a commentator. Cormier had to postpone the tryout because of his title defense against Derrick Lewis at UFC 230 earlier this month, but recently told Busted Open Radio that he still plans to audition.

Rousey is the current RAW Women’s Champion. While WWE usually executes brand trades shortly after WrestleMania, it will be interesting to see if they hold off until SmackDown moves to FOX in October of 2019.

Source: WrestlingINC

Punishment Martinez Makes NXT TV Debut At Full Sail Tapings (PHOTOS)

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Former Ring of Honor wrestler Punishment Martinez made his NXT TV debut on Wednesday in a match against someone he’s got history with.

Martinez ,whose signing was confirmed last month, wrestled Matt Riddle at the TV tapings in a losing effort. According to those in attendance, he lost via submission.

In case you’re unaware, Martinez was one of Riddle’s trainers when he got into the business.

After the match was over … Kassius Ohno attempted to get some revenge for his quick loss at NXT TakeOver: War Games and attacked Riddle on the ramp.

Check out some of the photos below.

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Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

St. Louis To Get XFL Team

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Tuesday evening, KSDK Channel 5 reported that the XFL will bring a team to St. Louis as part of its revival in 2020. It will be one of eight cities around the nation that will receive teams. The other seven are expected to be announced sometime next week.

KSDK Channel 5 has confirmed the new St. Louis XFL team will play 10 games in its inaugural 2020 season. Five of those will be played at the Dome at America’s Center.

With the Rams arguably the best team in the NFL just two years removed from having ‘St. Louis’ in front of their name, the hurt in the hearts of football fans in eastern Missouri has presumably traveled even deeper. This may help ease some of the pain.

The Rams’ last game at the then-Edward Jones Dome was a 31-23 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Dec. 17, 2015.

The eight-team XFL league, owned by Vince McMahon’s Alpha Entertainment, will feature a 10-game schedule. The first version on McMahon’s XFL in 2001 lasted just one season.

McMahon announced plans for the new XFL in January. The league introduced former NFL quarterback Oliver Luck as commissioner and CEO in June. The father of Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck, Oliver played for the Houston Oilers from 1982-86 and has held a variety of positions in sports, including athletics director at West Virginia University, his alma mater, an executive with the NCAA and president and general manager of Major League Soccer’s Houston Dynamo.

On Nov. 8, Doug Whaley, who worked from 2013-2017 as GM of the Buffalo Bills, was hired by the XFL to serve as senior vice president of football operations.

WWE SmackDown Live Preview 11/27/18

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown Live will take place from the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota as the road to TLC continues.

* AJ Styles responds to Daniel Bryan’s shocking actions tonight on SmackDown LIVE

* SmackDown Women’s Champion Becky Lynch returns

* Jeff Hardy celebrates his 20th anniversary in WWE