Category: WWE

Backstage Update On Ethan Carter III Returning To WWE And If He Can Keep His EC3 Name, Rumble Appearance?, Lashley – WWE

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It’s now confirmed that Ethan Carter III (Michael Hutter) will be returning to WWE soon, according to The Wrestling Observer Newsletter . It’s possible that EC3 will use the same name in WWE as he does own the rights to it. He previously used the Derrick Bateman name in WWE.

Regarding a possible WWE return for Bobby Lashley, it’s still believed that he will be returning to the company as some have expected it to happen for months but there’s been no confirmation like there has with EC3.

A Royal Rumble appearance for EC3 is possible as he’s now able to sign with any promotion he wants following the Impact Wrestling departure. As Raj noted before, EC3 was recently pulled from a Renegade Wrestling Revolution indie event in Houston, TX on the day of the Rumble. The promotion noted on Facebook that EC3 pulled out of the show due to a private family matter. They wrote, “Unfortunately it is a private family matter. He is ok just has to be with family. But don’t be discouraged there isn’t shortage of talent on this card”

Lashley could appear at the Rumble as well but it would take Impact officials giving approval to WWE.

Source: WrestlingINC

UPDATE:

EC3 was seen at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando this week, according to PWInsider.

James Storm Says Going To WWE Is His Ultimate Goal

James Storm, who finished up with Impact Wrestling at their tapings last November, was interviewed by Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated for their “Week In Wrestling” feature. Below are a couple of highlights:

Wanting to sign with WWE:

“My ultimate goal is to go to WWE. The WWE has such a grip on the world, it’s pretty amazing, and I believe I still have a lot to give.

“I’m in the best shape I’ve ever been. When I left Impact, I told people this isn’t my last stop, it’s just time for me to get on a new horse.”

Being 40 years old in the business:

“People say, ‘Well, you’re 40 years old. When I grew up watching wrestling, my heroes were men like the ‘Macho Man’ Randy Savage. The older you get, the more of a superhero you become. There is a reason there is Superman, and not Superboy.”

Storm also discussed wanting to team with Bobby Roode again, working this weekend’s Aro Lucha shows in Texas, wrestling fans gravitating to rednecks and more. You can read the full interview by clicking here.

Source: WrestlingINC

Roman Reigns Calls BS On Allegations From Steroid Distributor

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Pro Wrestling Sheet received a statement from Roman Reigns about a recent interview in which he was tied to a steroid distribution ring.

For those who missed it, Reigns was named by jailed steroid distributor Richard Rodriguez as a former client in an interview he gave to filmmaker Jon Bravo about his Miami-based company Wellness Fitness Nutrition — which was raided by the DEA last year.

Reigns says, “I have never heard of Richard Rodriguez or Wellness Fitness Nutrition. I learned from the mistake I made nearly two years ago and paid the penalty for it.”

Adding, “Since then, I’ve passed 11 tests as part of WWE’s independent drug testing program.”

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

Kevin Nash No Longer Appearing At ‘Raw 25’ Anniversary Show

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Despite being advertised, Kevin Nash says he’s unable to make an appearance next week at Monday Night Raw‘s 25th anniversary episode.

Nash tweeted saying, “Was so looking forward to being a part of RAW 25. It’s nearly impossible to travel on our down sized airlines healthy. With a total knee replacement it would be self inflicted torture. See ya everyone at Mania.”

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

 

Below is the updated list of names scheduled for next Monday:

* WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus

* Jeff Hardy

* Christian

* Chris Jericho

* The Brooklyn Brawler

* WWE Hall of Famer Jackie Moore

* Terri Runnels

* Torrie Wilson

* Maria Kanellis

* Michelle McCool

* Kelly Kelly

* WWE Hall of Famer “Mean” Gene Okerlund

* Eric Bischoff

* WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long

* WWE Hall of Famer The Godfather

* Brother Love

* The Boogeyman

* WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter

* John Laurinaitis

* Sean “X-Pac” Waltman

* WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase

* Free agent John Cena

* WWE Universal Champion Brock Lesnar

* The Undertaker

* WWE Hall of Famers Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler

* WWE Hall of Famer Scott Hall

* WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair

* The Bella Twins

* JBL and WWE Hall of Famer Ron Simmons

* The Dudley Boyz

* WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin

* DX: WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels, Triple H and The New Age Outlaws

NXT Preview 1/17/18

* Street Profits, Authors of Pain battle for NXT Tag Team Title opportunity

* Can Aichner rise to the next level against Strong?

* Get an inside look at TM61’s history as a tag team

Trish Stratus Set For WWE RAW 25 Episode

WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus has been announced for next Monday’s RAW 25th Anniversary episode from New York City. Trish was confirmed in the new promo seen above, which aired during last night’s SmackDown Live.

 The RAW 25th Anniversary will take place from two locations in New York City next Monday – the Manhattan Center Grand Ballroom and the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

Below is the updated list of names scheduled for next Monday:

* WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus

* Chris Jericho

* The Brooklyn Brawler

* WWE Hall of Famer Jackie Moore

* Terri Runnels

* Torrie Wilson

* Maria Kanellis

* Michelle McCool

* Kelly Kelly

* WWE Hall of Famer “Mean” Gene Okerlund

* Eric Bischoff

* WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long

* WWE Hall of Famer The Godfather

* Brother Love

* The Boogeyman

* WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter

* John Laurinaitis

* Sean “X-Pac” Waltman

* WWE Hall of Famer Ted DiBiase

* Free agent John Cena

* WWE Universal Champion Brock Lesnar

* The Undertaker

* WWE Hall of Famers Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler

* WWE Hall of Famers Kevin Nash and Scott Hall

* WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair

* The Bella Twins

* JBL and WWE Hall of Famer Ron Simmons

* The Dudley Boyz

* WWE Hall of Famer Steve Austin

* DX: WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels, Triple H and The New Age Outlaws

Jey Uso Arrested In Texas For DWI

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Jey Uso was arrested over the weekend in Texas for allegedly driving while intoxicated.

The current SmackDown Live Tag Team Champion was released the same day on Sunday.

According to a rep for the arresting agency, Jey was pulled over around 1am for a traffic violation and the officer observed signs of intoxication. A field sobriety test was then administered on the wrestler and it was determined that he was showing signs of being under the influence.

Uso — real name Joshua Fatu — was then charged with DWI and taken into custody. Reportedly the records do not currently show if he ever took a breathalyzer test.

A rep for WWE told F4WOnline, “Joshua Fatu is responsible for his own personal actions. We are investigating the matter and awaiting information from local law enforcement officials.”

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

Hulk Hogan Claims He’s Not Booked For ‘Raw 25’ Anniversary Show

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Raw 25 is STACKED with returning talent, but Hulk Hogan claims he’s not booked to appear with everyone else during the big anniversary episode.

Hulk replied to a fan on Twitter who asked if he’d be there and said, “I will be home watching and cheering on my friends next Monday on Raw brother.”

The WWE Hall of Famer was released from the company back in 2015 shortly before the National Enquirer reported that he had been captured on tape repeatedly saying the n-word while an unauthorized sex tape was being filmed without his knowledge.

Since the incident, he’s repeatedly asked for forgiveness. He also sued Gawker for releasing the sex tape without his consent and was awarded a landmark win over the publication.

Despite Hulk’s tweet, don’t forget the famous saying in wrestling … “never say never.”

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

Ex-ROH/NJPW Stars War Machine Report For Duty At WWE Performance Center

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Another highly anticipated signing has been made official … as WWE announced that former ROH and NJPW tag team War Machine have checked into the Performance Center.

WWE.com made the announcement and referred to Raymond Rowe and Warbeard Hanson as “one of the planet’s most ferocious and intimidating tag teams.”

In case you’re unfamiliar, the duo are former ROH and IWGP Tag Team champions.

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

WWE Announces Ricochet Signing

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It’s official! Former Lucha Underground champ Ricochet (Prince Puma) has signed a deal with WWE.

WWE.com revealed the highly-anticipated signing on Tuesday and noted that he officially reported for duty today at the WWE Performance Center.

Interesting note: Rico competed in LU as Prince Puma and had a 90-day no compete clause with the company after his final match aired in October. Yesterday was day 90.

The announcement also lists some of his accomplishments: “Among his many accolades, Mann has twice won Pro Wrestling Guerrilla’s annual Battle of Los Angeles tournament, and he is only the second American in history to win New Japan Pro Wrestling’s Best of the Super Juniors tournament.”

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet