Category: WWE

Latest On AJ Styles To WWE, Major Bullet Club Angle At NJPW Show, Rumors of more NJPW Talent Leaving

AJ Styles who is rumored to have given his notice to New Japan Pro Wrestling for a WWE main roster spot, has been pulled from advertising from several Ring of Honor shows, including the ROH 14th Anniversary PPV.

NJPW ran a angle where Bullet Club member Kenny Omega turned on AJ Styles after they defeated Shinsuke Nakamura and YOSHI-HASHI. the rest of Bullet Club including Karl Anderson & Doc Gallows also turned on Styles.

After the beatdown by the Bullet Club, Styles got to his feet and bowed to the crowd it what really seemed like a farewell for Styles, who has competed in NJPW since 2014, and took leadership of the Bullet Club after Finn Balor left.

 

Wrestling Observer Radio reports that there were also rumors that Rocky Romero and Tama Tonga may be leaving NJPW as well, but there is no word on if they have given their notices. Tonga is the son of legend Haku/Meng.

Source: WrestlingINC.com

More Info On AJ Styles & Other Big Names Signing With WWE

Source: F4WOnline

As noted, F4WOnline reported that WWE has signed New Japan Pro Wrestling stars AJ Styles, Doc Gallows & Karl Anderson of the Bullet Club and current IWGP Intercontinental Champion Shinsuke Nakamura.

Dave Meltzer noted on the latest episode of Wrestling Observer Radio that some of these names could appear in the Royal Rumble match.

It was also noted that Styles and Nakamura were apparently Not signed to be on the NXT roster and have a high price tag. Word is they were not signed for that brand, indicating main roster plans, but they still could be sent down to NXT to work a few shows.

Nakamura is not coming in right away and is expected to drop his title and work a notice, unlike Alberto Del Rio with AAA.

As noted earlier, Styles is likely done with ROH going forward and could come in soon, possibly in the Royal Rumble Match.

Charlotte Explains Why She Attacked Becky Lynch (video)

Last night on RAW friends Becky Lynch and WWE Divas Champion Charlotte faced off against each other in what was supposed to be a friendly match. Charlotte had her father Ric Flair with her at ringside. Becky got the win even with Flair’s outside interference. After the match Charlotte went full on heel and attacked her friend Becky. WWE posted the following RAW Fallout video of Charlotte with Ric flair explaining her actions:

Chris Jericho Returned To RAW (video)

“Y2J” Chris Jericho made his return to RAW last night, interrupting The New Day. Jericho said he was here to save WWE again and announced that he is entering the 2016 Royal Rumble Match.

Major Royal Rumble Announcement Made On RAW (video)

After Roman Reigns successfully defended his WWE World Heavyweight Title last night on RAW against Sheamus, Vince McMahon announced that Reigns will defend his title at the royal rumble pay-per-view against 29 other men in the Royal Rumble Match.

DEVELOPING: AJ Styles, Other Big Names Sign With WWE

Source: F4WOnline

WWE has reportedly signed New Japan Pro Wrestling stars AJ Styles, Doc Gallows, Karl Anderson and current IWGP Intercontinental Champion Shinsuke Nakamura, according to F4WOnline. We first exclusively reported in early December that WWE was interested in signing Nakamura. The group reportedly informed NJPW booker Gedo that they were finishing up before WrestleKingdom 10 this morning.

No word yet on when the four will begin work with WWE but Nakamura apparently is not leaving early as he will most likely drop his title before leaving.

F4W added that Anderson was reportedly also in talks with TNA and close to signing but the WWE deal came through instead. Anderson, Gallows and Nakamura are expected to honor their Ring of Honor dates for February and AJ is likely done with ROH going forward.

We’ll have more on this story later.

RAW Preview: 1/4/16

WWE World Heavyweight Championship – With Special Guest Referee Vince McMahon: (C) Roman Reigns VS Sheamus

Does another U.S. Title opportunity await John Cena?

Which Superstars will join Big Show and Curtis Axel in declaring their participation in the 2016 Royal Rumble Match?

What new pursuits await Tyler Breeze and Summer Rae following their announcement on SmakcDown that they’re going their separate ways?

No respect for The New Day?

The Wrestling Breakdown Podcast From 1/2/16

If you missed The Wrestling Breakdown Podcast with Ed & Vanessa you can check it out here:

http://www.spreaker.com/user/edbostonpodcast/wrestling-breakdown-1-impact-wrestling-l

Sin Cara Dislocated His Shoulder On RAW

Last night on RAW, Sin Cara suffered a dislocated shoulder during his match with Big E. WWE doctor Chris Robinson confirmed the injury to WWE.com and noted that the shoulder was popped back into place, outside of the ring, so Sin Cara could continue the match.

Sin Cara tweeted the following to a fan: