Category: WWE

Backstage News On Plans For The WWE NXT Women’s Championship

As noted, WWE NXT Women’s Champion Asuka vacated the NXT Women’s Championship last week in a segment that should air this Wednesday. Asuka had suffered a collarbone injury during her match with Ember Moon at “Takeover: Brooklyn III” last week.

Dave Meltzer reported on the latest edition of Wrestling Observer Radio that WWE has discussed having the winner of the Mae Young Classic to be crowned the new NXT Women’s Champion. The finals take place live from Las Vegas on Tuesday, September 12th at 10pm EST after SmackDown goes off the air that night. Spoilers on the finals are here.

Asuka is heading to the main roster, as NXT General Manager William Regal said that he is negotiating with RAW and SmackDown to bring her to one of those brands. Asuka is expected to be out of action with the injury for 6-8 weeks.

Source: WrestlingINC

The Wrestling World Is Furious With Sexy Star After She Legitimately Injured Rosemary At AAA Triplemania

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There are many wrestlers working to apply their craft all over the world, and even though they may not always get along behind the scenes, they have a responsibility to look out for one another, and keep each other safe when they’re inside the ring. Unfortunately it sounds like Sexy Star went into business for herself Saturday night at AAA Triplemania XXV.

Sexy Star defended the AAA Reinas de Reina Championship against Rosemary, Lady Shani and Ayako Hamada, and she made Rosemary tap out after applying her armbar submission. But after Rosemary tapped out, Sexy Star continued to apply pressure to the arm, and it was later reported that she legitimately popped Rosemary’s arm out of place.

PWInsider reports that the injury is not as serious as originally thought, and Rosemary isn’t expected to miss any time in the ring. The report notes that before Sexy Star left the venue, Vampiro brought her to Rosemary so she could apologize.

It’s also being reported that Sexy Star and Shani were legitimately shooting on each other at one point during the match, and Star quickly left the venue after apologizing to Rosemary, and Shani was said to be looking for Star because she was upset over their interaction in the ring.

You can check out a quick clip of Sexy Star locking in the armbar on Rosemary below:

It’s very clear that the wrestling world is not happy with Sexy Star at all, and you can check out some of the reactions below:

Source: Still Real To Us

Asuka Relinquishes WWE NXT Women’s Championship, Heading To Main Roster

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WWE NXT Women’s Champion Asuka relinquished her title at last night’s TV tapings from Full Sail University in a segment that should air on the September 6th episode. This comes after WWE announced that Asuka suffered a collarbone injury during her match with Ember Moon at “Takeover: Brooklyn III” last Saturday night, an injury that would have her out of action for a few months.

The segment began with a video package on Asuka’s undefeated run. NXT General Manager William Regal then brought Asuka to the ring. She said she loves NXT and is grateful for the brand. Regal said Asuka has done nothing but defend the title with honor since coming to NXT and that she is one of the greatest champions in WWE history. Regal then announced that Asuka and himself have begun negotiations with RAW General Manager Kurt Angle and SmackDown General Manager Daniel Bryan, but it is bittersweet as she is stepping down as NXT Women’s Champion.

The NXT roster then came to the stage to say farewell. Asuka said wherever she goes, NXT will go with her. Moon then came out and offered a handshake but stopped and hugged Asuka instead. Triple H then came out and presented Asuka with a bouquet of flowers. Triple H took the title and introduced Asuka one final time as the undefeated, 523 day reigning champion. Asuka took her bows and posed with Triple H on the stage to end the tapings.

Stay tuned for updates on Asuka’s status. WWE posted this video from the segment:

WWE announced the following on The Empress of Tomorrow dropping the strap:

Asuka relinquishes NXT Women’s TitleNXT Women’s Champion Asuka relinquished her title to NXT General Manager William Regal tonight at Full Sail University in Orlando, Fla. After her dominant performance and historic 500-plus day reign as NXT Women’s Champion, The Empress of Tomorrow looks to her future for new opportunities in WWE, though no specific details are known at this time. Her reign will officially end on the date that her historic announcement airs.

To see this monumental shift in the landscape of NXT, tune in each Wednesday to the award-winning WWE Network.

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.

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

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

Shelton Benjamin Made His WWE Return on SmackDown Live (Video)

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Former WWE Intercontinental, United States and Tag Team Champion Shelton Benjamin made his long awaited return to WWE last night on SmackDown Live.

SmackDown General Manager Daniel Bryan called Chad Gable to his office and revealed that he made a deal with RAW General Manager Kurt Angle – in exchange for Jason Jordan going to RAW, Angle would help Bryan sign one of his friends. Bryan then introduced Benjamin and told them that they would team up on next week’s SmackDown from North Little Rock, Arkansas.

Benjamin last worked for WWE in 2010. He was set to return to the company last year but the return was put on hold due to an injury that was discovered during medical testing.