Drax Shadow – WWE Gifts 9 Year-Old Cancer Patient With Personalized Action Figure

Source: Pro Wrestling Sheet

“Drax Shadow” just received a one-of-a-kind gift from the WWE … the 9 year-old cancer patient was delivered a custom action figure based on his now-famous wrestling persona.

Elijah Mainville, who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at a young age, was seen smiling from ear to ear Monday night while his mom snapped a pic of the wrestling fanatic clutching his new toy — which she says was ACTUALLY made by Mattel.

Shadow’s mom also says the toy was personally sent by Triple H and Stephanie McMahon.

The back of the box even lists stats for Drax Shadow, just like a real figure, but the company was apparently unaware that the character’s finisher already has a name.

Emma Injury Update, Will Need Surgery

WWE announced that Emma will require surgery on a ruptured disc she sustained in a live event match on Sunday evening.

Here is WWE’s announcement:

Emma has a ruptured disc that will require her to have surgery,” explained WWE ringside physician Dr. Chris Robinson. “She came to us in a great deal of pain, which seemed to be increasing. She was then given an M.R.I., which revealed that further action would need to be taken. Unfortunately, the Superstar’s estimated recovery time cannot be determined until after her procedure is complete.

Stipulation Announced For NXT Title Match At TakeOver

WWE and William Regal announced on Facebook earlier today that the NXT Championship match at NXT TakeOver Champion Samoa Joe vs. Finn Balor will take place inside a Steel Cage. This will be the first ever Steel Cage Match in NXT history.

Balor and Joe will continue their feud at NXT TakeOver on June 8. The two have had a series of matches that stretches all the way back to NXT TakeOver: London in 2015. You can see the announcement below.

Emma suffers back injury at live event 

Via WWE’s official website: WWE.com has learned that Emma suffered a back injury last Sunday night during a WWE Live Event and is currently undergoing tests to determine the extent of her injuries.

Please check back with WNB as updates to the matter surface. Here’s to hoping it’s nothing serious. God speed Emma 

RAW Preview: 5/16/16

Source: WWE.com

It’s Club-bering time! Technically, The Club hasn’t won a match yet. But technically, that doesn’t matter since Luke Gallows & Karl Anderson demolished The Usos on both Raw and SmackDown, while AJ Styles held WWE World Heavyweight Champion Roman Reigns to a draw in a standoff over a steel chair. With Extreme Rules approaching fast, Reigns is in need of a dominant display and, with Styles’ friends officially at his back, doing so is now easier said than done.

The New Day might need some extra P.O.P. to gain ground on The Vaudevillains.

Becky Lynch may be in need of a tag partner against Emma & Dana Brooke.

Lights Out! With all the beatings Chris Jericho has given Dean Ambrose lately, it’s difficult to remember that “The Best in the World at What He Does” is coming off a loss to The Lunatic Fringe. Defeat hasn’t humbled Jericho one bit, and he’s since bestowed “The Gift of Jericho” on Ambrose by trapping him in a straitjacket in retaliation for the destruction of his own light-up leather coat. Ambrose, for all his frothing rage, has yet to hand Jericho a truly definitive setback, and that’ll be tough now that Jericho seems to have his number. The sky seems to be the limit for “The Best in the World at What He Does,” provided, of course, Big Cass doesn’t come calling again …

Shining Stars (Primo & Epico) to make RAW re-debut.

TMZ Releases Disturbing Video Of Chyna Recorded Shortly Before Her Death For A Documentary

Source: WrestlingINC

TMZ has released footage Chyna recorded in the week before her death, that was to be used in the documentary about her comeback. The disturbing videos show Chyna, apparently under the influence, with a bad cut on her face and bruising on her eye.

Film maker Rob Potylo told TMZ that Chyna insisted her facial wounds were from a random champagne bottle attack at a liquor store, but he believes Chyna was injured during a drunken fall and too embarrassed to admit it.

Rob said he was concerned when he saw the videos and got in touch with Chyna’s lawyer to discuss how they could help her. Rob also claims they contacted WWE to help get her into rehab but ran out of time as Chyna passed away while everything was being worked out.

Wrestling News Blog decided to not post the video, but if you want to see it, you can can view at TMZ, wrestlinginc.com or on YouTube.

Trish Stratus On What Would Entice Her To Return To WWE, Who Is The Current Star Of Women’s Division

Source: Sports Illustrated via WrestlingINC

Sports Illustrated recently interviewed WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus. Below are a couple of highlights:

Possibly returning to the ring:

“Could I physically go back and do what I did before? At this point, yes, I can do that. But I’d only go back if it was worth it and if it was a challenge for me. Something that’s different and unique, like playing a heel again, which would be super cool. I’ve gone back as a babyface, so it would have to be something challenging and something that would elevate either the division or a talent. Not just me for my own sh–s and giggles to raise my brand. It would be good if there was a moment to elevate a character. I’d love to work with Ronda Rousey, but I don’t know if she’d be up for that.”

Sasha Banks being the future of the WWE Women’s Division:

“Sasha, to me, is a star. There are a lot of comparisons, but I don’t think we are that similar, actually, at all. But she’s the star of the division, and she’s the one. She really knows her character, she owns her character, and she’s so solid in the ring.”

Trish also talked about main eventing RAW with Lita, changing the way women were perceived in the business, getting into Yoga, Edge helping her get a movie role and more. You can read the full interview by clicking here.

Stephanie McMahon To Publish Memoir

WWE announced the following today:

Stephanie McMahon to publish memoirNEW YORK — Regan Arts has announced that they will publish a memoir by WWEChief Brand Officer Stephanie McMahon. The book will provide an unprecedented look inside WWE’s incredible history and remarkably contemporary approach to media.

Stephanie’s inspirational memoir reveals her life growing up behind the scenes in WWE and the story of her journey to becoming Chief Brand Officer — including her successes and failures in the business world — and valuable advice for anyone working in a challenging industry today. She is also candid about balancing her family life with the instense schedule and demands of WWE.

“Growing up in the world of WWE has been an incredible journey that has really only just started,” McMahon said. “I’m thrilled to be able to fulfill a lifelong dream and share an inside look into WWE in my upcoming memoir.”

Judith Regan, CEO of Regan Arts said, “Stephanie McMahon is one of the great visionaries behind the continuing success of WWE and has navigated the entertaining, treacherous, and awe-inspiring world of Superstars, egos, and drama with style, tremendous skill and dynamic feminine force. And that’s just dealing with her family. That family encompasses everyone in the WWE family worldwide. Her story is Shakespearean in its drama and comedy, and she is in a unique position to share an inside view of one of the world’s most successful organizations. Her story will also motivate you to get off your butt and make magic happen. I love her and you will too when you read her book.”

ROH War of the worlds New York results 

* Cheeseburger and Davey Vega defeated Juan Francisco de Coronado and Jay Diesel in a dark match

* ReDragon defeated Rhett Titus and Kenny King
* Dalton Castle with The Boys defeated Michael Elgin, Lio Rush and Moose with Stokely Hathaway when he pinned Rush
* IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion KUSHIDA defeated Silas Young in a non-title match
* The Motor City Machine Guns defeated Trent Baretta and Gedo
* Jushin “Thunder” Liger and The Briscoes defeated Adam Page, Tama Tonga and Tanga Loa
* During intermission, Taeler Hendrix attacked Mandy Leon and dropped her on a steel chair with a DDT in the ring
* BJ Whitmer came to the ring for a big heat promo on Steve Corino. Corino came out with a chair but security held him back while Whitmer talked trash. Corino made it to the ring but Whitmer retreated
* Donovan Dijak defeated Cedric Alexander in Cedric’s exit match. They did Code of Honor after the match and fans chanted “thank you Cedric”
* War Machine defeated ROH Tag Team Champions Frankie Kazarian and Christopher Daniels by DQ when Daniels broke up a pin using one of the belts. The Addiction retains
* Hiroshi Tanahashi defeated Matt Sydal
* IWGP Heavyweight Champion Tetsuya Naito defeated ACH in a non-title match. Naito attacked referee Todd Sinclair after the match for a pop
* ROH Champion Jay Lethal and Roderick Strong defeated Adam Cole and Matt Jackson, Kazuchika Okada and Tomohiro Ishii in a three-team main event

Lilian Garcia NOT released. Takes time off for sick father 

We have learned via pro wrestling sheet that despite speculation WWE announcer Lilian Garcia has not been released by WWE.

She is however taking time off to spend time with her father who has been battling cancer and who has had complications in the past month. 

Sources close to Lilian say her father was having major complications in his battle with cancer and WWE not only approved her emergency leave, but the company has been constantly checking in since.

You can read Lilian’s full statement on the matter here 

Imagine my surprise today when I woke up to find out that I was among the top trends in the world on twitter! What for, I said to myself….wait, does that say “Lilian Garcia released from WWE”?? That’s when I knew I had to set the story straight. As you know, I have been absent from TV for the past few weeks missing “WWE Payback” & two “WWE Monday Night Raw’s”. I mentioned on twitter that it was due to a family member being ill. Well, that family member is my father. He has been battling bladder cancer and multiple Myeloma (blood cancer) and due to a reaction to the chemotherapy, he became very ill these past two weeks. On top of that, he had to go into two emergency procedures on his kidneys. To say he has had it tough is an understatement. However, he is a retired Lieutenant Colonel from the US Army, being a Veteran from the Korean and Vietnam Wars, so his spirit is that of a fighter. I am so inspired by how he has taken on this disease and continues to battle it with all his might. He has allowed me to share this story as he hopes his journey will inspire anyone else who is battling cancer. Luckily he is doing much better now and gearing up for a new treatment next week. As you can imagine, my entire family has been through a rollercoaster of emotions and cherishing all the time we have with him. I truly believe in the power of prayer and ask all of you to please pray for him and also my mother. They have been married for 62 years, so you can imagine the bond they share together.  

 

I want to thank all of you for the many messages you have tweeted & FB’d me when you thought I had been released. It truly shows me how much I matter to you, and right now more than ever, I needed to know that. Above all, I want to thank the WWE for all their support & love during this hard time. They have been constantly checking in on me and also given me the time I needed to get my father strong again. I feel so proud to work for a company that cares so much. 

 

So, on to Monday, I will be back on RAW and couldn’t be happier as I have missed you all very much!! Thank you and I love you!!!

 

Xoxo,

Lilian

We here at WNB would like to send our thoughts and prayers to Lilian and her family.