WWE Bringing In UK Talent For Upcoming Shows, Update On Network Series

WWE is set to bring Tyler Bate, Trent Seven, Wolfgang, Pete Dunne and Mark Andrews to the United States in a few weeks, according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter.

The report indicates it’s not exactly known what role they will play but they could be appearing on NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III or at the NXT tapings right after SummerSlam weekend. Plans for the United Kingdom WWE Network show are on hold, which is obvious due to the fact the first taping was set for June and nothing has been announced.

 WWE has increased their efforts in pushing international talents as they look to expand the WWE Network worldwide. Earlier this year, they held the first ever WWE United Kingdom Championship Tournament, where they crowned their first champion in Tyler Bate. Bate lost the title to Pete Dunne at NXT TakeOver: Chicago on May 20, 2017 in Rosemont, Illinois.

Source: WrestlingINC

Jeff Hardy Concert Announced,

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The following announcement was issued:

JEFF HARDY TO PERFORM LIVE IN TUPELO, MSConcert to Take Place at The Thirsty Devil on August 27th

Nashville, TN (August 8, 2017) – Legendary professional wrestler and singer/songwriterJeff Hardy will be performing LIVE with his band at The Thirsty Devil in Tupelo, Mississippi on August 27th as part of his RAW(K) concert series. Doors will open at 9PM, with the show starting at 10PM. Tickets can be purchased HERE!

Known as “Brother Nero” in the wrestling ring, Jeff Hardy has also achieved success with his band PEROXWHY?GEN. He continues to deliver great entertainment to his fans all over the world.

For more information, visit JeffHardyBrand.com and engage with Jeff Hardy on Instagram and Twitter. You can purchase a copy of Jeff’s new record, “Precession of the Equinoxes,” HERE!

Backstage Note On Another WWE Superstar Shakeup

We noted before that there has been talk of doing another Superstar Shakeup after the WWE SummerSlam pay-per-view. PWInsider notes that the idea is to do two shakeups per year instead of just one major WWE Draft. WWE previously held a roster Shakeup in April after WrestleMania 33.

Source: WrestlingINC

WWE 205 Live Preview 8/8/17

Tonight’s WWE 205 Live will take place from the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

* Did The Brian Kendrick get more than he bargained for with Gentleman Jack Gallagher?

* The friendly rivalry between Rich Swann and TJP escalates

SmackDown Preview 8/8/17

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown Live will take place from the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada as the Road to WWE SummerSlam continues.

* Orton and Mahal collide in non-title Grudge Match

* Shane McMahon to explain SummerSlam rules of engagement to Styles and Owens

* Naomi clashes with Ms. Money in the Bank

* Will Lana prove herself against Charlotte Flair?

* Will Tyler Breeze solve the mystery in return to “Fashion Peaks”?

NJPW G1 Climax 27 Results (Day 16)

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Earlier today was Day 16 in the G1 Climax 27 tournament, featuring Block B. Below are the first two matches from today’s show. You can watch all of the upcoming shows on NJPW World for about $9 a month. Here are the results:

Tournament Matches
* Tama Tonga defeated Satoshi Kojima
* Juice Robinson defeated Toru Yano
* Michael Elgin defeated EVIL
* Kenny Omega defeated SANADA
* Kazuchika Okada vs. Minoru Suzuki (ended in a 30 minute time limit draw)

Current Standings

Block A
Tetsuya Naito 12
Hiroshi Tanahashi 12
Bad Luck Fale 10
Kota Ibushi 10
Zack Sabre Jr. 8
Tomohiro Ishii 8
Hirooki Goto 8
Togi Makabe 6
YOSHI-HASHI 4
Yuji Nagata 2

Block B
Kazuchika Okada 13
Kenny Omega 12
EVIL 10
Minoru Suzuki 9
SANADA 8
Michael Elgin 8
Toru Yano 6
Tama Tonga 6
Juice Robinson 6
Satoshi Kojima 2

The next show will be on August 11 (with English Commentary) at 5:30am ET. Here is the full card:

* Tomohiro Ishii vs. Zack Sabre Jr.
* Kota Ibushi vs. Hirooki Goto
* Bad Luck Fale vs. Yuji Nagata
* Togi Makabe vs. YOSHI-HASHI
* Hiroshi Tanahashi vs. Tetsuya Naito
* Kazuchika Okada and Gedo vs. Kenny Omega and Yujiro Takahashi
* Michael Elgin, Ricochet, Ryusuke Taguchi, and War Machine vs. Cody, The Young Bucks, Chase Owens, and Hangman Page
* Jado and Toru Yano vs. Taichi and Minoru Suzuki
* Juice Robinson and Satoshi Kojima vs. Hiromu Takahashi and EVIL
* Guerrillas of Destiny vs. BUSHI and SANADA

Source: WrestlingINC

WWE Announces Injury To Scott Dawson, Surgery Likely Required

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WWE.com has confirmed that Scott Dawson suffered a ruptured biceps tendon tear while competing at a WWE live event in Canada over the weekend.

The injury occurred during a tag team match pitting Dawson and Dash Wilder against Raw Tag Team Champions Cesaro and Sheamus.

“[Dawson’s] injury is consistent with a ruptured right distal biceps tendon,” WWE Senior Ringside Physician Dr. Chris Amann told WWE.com. “He will be seen for a surgical consult early this week with the treatment most likely requiring surgical repair.”

It is unknown at this time when Dawson will be able to return to the ring.

Dawson’s partner Dash Wilder, who was out of action from April through June after fracturing his jaw at an NXT live event, commented on the injury, writing:

Matt Hardy tweeted the following on Monday after the arm injury to Scott Dawson was announced:

Source: WrestlingINC

Bayley Out Of SummerSlam

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As noted, last week Bayley injured her shoulder in a match against Nia Jax. In a WWE.com exclusive video, Mike Rome revealed that Bayley has been removed from the SummerSlam card now that an official evaluation from doctors revealed she’s got a separated shoulder.

Bayley appeared last night on RAW to address the WWE Universe about her injury, in which you can see in the video below:

Bound For Glory Date And Location, Update On Lockdown, Eddie Kingston

Global Force Wrestling plans on holding its annual Bound For Glory pay-per-view event on November 5 in Orlando at Universal Studios Florida. Television tapings will also be held that week.

Global Force Wrestling is considering making Lockdown a pay-per-view event again next year. Under Dixie Carter’s management in 2015, the annual show moved from pay-per-view to a themed-episode of Impact Wrestling.

Eddie Kingston, who hasn’t appeared on Impact Wrestling since April when the DCC broke up, is still with Global Force Wrestling. In the meantime, he continues to work independent shows.

Source: WrestlingINC

 

RAW Preview 8/7/17, Bayley Injury Update

Tonight’s WWE RAW will take place from the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada as the Road to WWE SummerSlam continues.

* Roman Reigns and Braun Strowman to face off in a Last Man Standing Match tonight on Raw

* Bayley’s future to be determined:

Bayley’s Raw Women’s Championship opportunity against Alexa Bliss is in jeopardy after suffering an injury to her right shoulder during her match against Nia Jax.

According to WWE medical personnel, the extent of the injury has yet to be determined due to swelling in and around the injured area. A conclusive diagnosis will be made today in Toronto, but based on what we have seen, it doesn’t seem likey that The Huggable One will be getting back into the ring anytime soon.

If Bayley is unable to compete at SummerSlam, who will challenge the so-called “Goddess of WWE” for her coveted championship? Hopefully, details will emerge on Raw.

* Does Rollins truly have Ambrose’s back?

* The Hardys’ fury has been “awoken”

* How will Wyatt respond to Bálor’s mind games?