David Otunga’s RAW Commentary Debut Delayed For Weeks Because Of Movie Role

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The WWE “Superstar Shake-Up” this week, saw Byron Saxton go to SmackDown Live and David Otunga come to RAW. While Saxton made his SD Live debut this week, WWE has announced that Otunga’s RAW debut has been delayed for six weeks due to a new movie he’s working on.

No word yet on who will be replacing Otunga but WWE announced the following:

David Otunga cast as lead in new action franchise, Raw debut delayedSmackDown LIVE’s David Otunga moved to the Raw announce desk in the Superstar Shake-up Monday night — swapping places with Team Red’s Byron Saxton — but the former WWE Tag Team Champion’s debut alongside Michael Cole and Corey Graves will be delayed for six weeks, as he has been cast in the lead role of a new action franchise, WWE.com has confirmed.

Otunga’s latest film endeavor leaves a temporary vacancy on the Raw commentary team. Who will serve as his replacement?

Stay with WWE.com as more information becomes available on both David’s new movie role and the immediate future of the Raw announce team.

NXT Preview 4/12/17

The following matches were taped for tonight’s 4/12 WWE NXT episode:

* Aleister Black vs. Corey Hollis
* DIY (Johnny Gargano & Tommaso Ciampa) vs. Dylan Miley and an unknown talent
* Ruby Riot vs. Kimberly Frankele
* Andrade “Cien” Almas vs. Danny Burch
* Drew McIntyre vs. Oney Lorcan
* Shinsuke Nakamura’s NXT farewell

ROH Preview 4/12/17

* Punishment Martinez vs. Hanson

* ROH Top Prospect Tournament Match: John Skyler vs. Curt Stallion

* ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Title Match: (C) The Kingdom (Matt Taven & Vinny Marseglia) & Silas Young vs. The Briscoes & Bully Ray

Renee Young Comments On Getting Married To Dean Ambrose

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Dean Ambrose and Renee Young wore their wedding rings on WWE television this week after recently getting married. The couple, who are now on separate brands following this week’s “Superstar Shakeup”, had been quietly dating for years before their relationship was featured on the latest season of Total Divas.

“Maybe about six months in, he [Ambrose] and I started dating,” Renee told Channel Guide Mag last November. “I don’t even know if I can pinpoint exactly what it was. It was like instantly we were together. We were always talking to each other. We were always spending all of our time together. It just kind of happened.

“We just caught each other’s eye and were always around each other. You hear stories from like the Twins or Nattie, girls that were around prior to me being there. They told me he wouldn’t talk to anybody, ever. Then when I came around, they noticed he is chatting with me and coming to hang out with me. He is known to kind of keep to himself. That has always been his deal. I don’t know. We just hit it off. I guess he has a thing for Canadian girls; hopefully, just me.”

In another interview with Vegas Seven last month, Ambrose revealed that he’s been stalked by fans and Renee noted that she gets “many a death threat.”

Renee commented on tying the knot, writing on Twitter:

Source: WrestlingINC

Kane Officially Announces Run For Mayor (Video)

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WWE Superstar Kane officially announced today that he’ll be running for Mayor in Tennessee.

Glenn Jacobs — aka Kane — made his way to the podium for the announcement at Sweet Pea’s BBQ in South Knoxville as the song “Only in America” by Brooks and Dunn played over the PA.

Jacobs says in the video, “This is a great place to work, live and raise a family. I want to do my part to make sure it remains a great place and that our future is as bright as ever.” Adding, “So today … I ask for your prayers, I ask for your support and I ask for your vote to become Knox County’s next mayor.”

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

Watch Kane’s announcement below (his speech begins around 6:30):

SmackDown Live Acquistions From WWE Superstar Shake-Up

Here is the list of acquisitions SmackDown live picked up from RAW last night during night two of the WWE Superstar Shake-Up:

* United Sates Champion Kevin Owens (winner of Chris Jericho vs. Owens at Payback gets the roster spot)

* Sami Zayn

* The New Day

* Charlotte Flair

* Tamina Snuka

* Rusev

* Lana

* The Shining Stars (Primo & Epico)

* Jinder Mahal

* Sin Cara

SmackDown Live will now be called by Saxton, JBL and Tom Phillips while Otunga, Corey Graves and Michael Cole will call RAW.

Finn Balor Reportedly Injured At RAW

Finn Balor suffered a concussion on Monday night’s “Superstar Shake-Up” edition of WWE RAW from Long Island, according to PWInsider.

The injury came when he took the stiff forearm shot from Jinder Mahal during their match, as seen below. Fans have been tweeting negative comments to Mahal since the match happened last night. It was Balor’s first singles match on WWE television, although he worked singles matches against Mahal at live events last month.

No word yet on how long Balor might be out but we will keep you updated.

Source: WrestlingINC

SmackDown Live Preview: WWE Superstar Shake-Up 4/11/17

The “Superstar Shake-Up” comes to an end on tonight’s WWE SmackDown Live from the TD Garden in Boston.

* Which Raw Superstars are headed to SmackDown LIVE tonight?

* Will The Usos end up battling American Alpha in a Tag Team Title rematch?

* Is SmackDown LIVE prepared for “horror-ible” possibilities at WWE Payback?

* Should SmackDown LIVE’s new arrivals unpack their bags?

Braun Strowman’s Brutal Attack On Roman Reigns (Video)

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WWE’s storyline update on Roman Reigns following last night’s brutal attack by Braun Strowman notes that he is suffering from internal injuries, cracked ribs and a possible separated shoulder. Reigns vs. Strowman should be announced soon for the Payback pay-per-view.

RAW Acquisitions From WWE Superstar Shake-Up

Here is the list of acquisitions RAW picked up from SmackDown Live last night during night one of the WWE Superstar Shake-Up:

* The Miz & Maryse

* Intercontinental Champion Dean Ambrose

* Bray Wyatt

* Apollo Crews

* Kalisto

* Heath Slater & Rhyno

* Alexa Bliss

* Mickie James

* Curt Hawkins

After RAW it was revealed that there was a change made to the announce teams. Byron Saxton is going to SmackDown Live and David Otunga is coming to RAW.

SmackDown Live will now be called by Saxton, JBL and Tom Phillips while Otunga, Corey Graves and Michael Cole will call RAW.