RAW Preview: 3/14/16

Source: WWE.com

WWE World Heavyweight Champion Triple H managed to Pedigree Dean Ambrose and escape Toronto with the title, but now the path is clear: He’s set for a championship showdown against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania. Despite Ambrose nearly pinning him — Ambrose’s feet were under the ropes, causing the official to call off a would-be three-count — The Game can now fully turn his attention to The Big Dog eying his title.

And how will the defeated Lunatic Fringe respond after the heartbreaking defeat? Even though he lost, his performance surely has to boost his confidence leading into his No Holds Barred Street Fight against Brock Lesnar at The Show of Shows. But given Ambrose’s unstable disposition, that isn’t much consolation. What chaos will he cause after coming up short in another big match?

Will WWE’s prodigal son Shane McMahon be able to withstand his father’s cruel machinations as the most important battle of his life approaches?

Will #KOMania become #WrestleZaynia?

As WrestleMania approaches, every competitor in WWE is looking to make an impact, and Lana has certainly been doing that in a major way — despite never having competed inside a WWE ring. How will Brie Bella retaliate against her blonde aggressor, and how might this rivalry affect The Show of Shows? Expect more from these two Divas Monday night.

With his actions last week, Chris Jericho affirmed that he has a lot of unfinished business with AJ Styles. Does this mean that Styles vs. Jericho IV awaits? If so, when will it happen?

WWE Tag Team championship: (C’s) New Day VS League of Nations (Alberto Del Rio & Rusev)

Jerry Lawler On Possible Split Announce Teams At WrestleMania, Vince McMahon’s Reaction To His Turn

Source: WrestlingINC

WWE Hall of Famer Jerry Lawler appeared on Cerrito Live this weekend and said there may be split announce teams at WrestleMania 32, apparently so he and “MR” Mauro Ranallo can get a spot on the show. Lawler said it’s not a done deal but he’s heard “scuttlebutt” about that happening. Lawler mentioned how fans are requesting that he and Mauro to work the show.

Lawler, who had trouble remembering Byron Saxton’s name, also talked about his heel turn on commentary and said it was his idea. Lawler knew Mauro wouldn’t say anything bad about anyone because he was the new guy and Byron is too nice of a guy, so Lawler suggested to Vince that he go back to his heel persona.

Lawler also said he’s just scratching the surface and trying to ease into the turn. Lawler said Vince loved the idea and told him that he misses the way “The King” used to be.

Check out the full interview at this link.

Another WWE Star Gives Notice?

Source: WrestlingINC

King Barrett may not be the only WWE star to leave the company soon. Bryan Alvarez stated on the “Bryan and Vinny Show” on F4WOnline.com that another WWE talent gave notice to the company last week and will not be re-signing when their contract expires. It was noted that some people will be “thrilled” to hear that the talent is leaving the company, although the person’s name was not revealed.

Alvarez’s Wrestling Observer Radio co-host Dave Meltzer acknowledged the rumor on Twitter, however stated that he has “gotten no confirmation on it.”

WWE Interested In NJPW Star Okada, Other Major International Signings Expected This Year

Source: WrestlingINC

Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports that WWE officials are interested in New Japan Pro Wrestling star Kazuchika Okada. The current IWGP Heavyweight Champion worked for TNA in 2010 and 2011.

The Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports that WWE officials are interested in Okada because he’s tall. Okada is billed at 6-foot-3. NJPW has offered a five-year deal to Okada and he’s said he will remain loyal to the company but it’s not known yet if he accepted the deal. It’s believed NJPW would offer more money than WWE just to keep him there.

WWE is expected to make several aggressive talent signings from Mexico, Japan and the UK over the next few months. There are reportedly looking at other Japanese organizations and are said to be interested in one top name from Lucha Underground and AAA. No word yet on who that wrestler is but he has never worked for a mainstream US organization and is unhappy with the creative in Lucha Underground.

WWE Roadblock Results

WWE Tag Team Championship: (C’s) New Day VS Sheamus & King Barrett – Winners: New Day

Chris Jericho VS Jack Swagger – Winner: Chris Jericho

NXT Tag Team Championship: (C’s) The Revival VS Enzo & Big Cass w/Carmella – Winners: The Revival

Divas Championship: (C) Charlotte w/Ric Flair VS Natalya – Winner: Charlotte

2 on 1 Handicap Match: Bray Wyatt & Luke Harper VS Brock Lesnar w/Paul Heyman – Winner: Brock Lesnar – Bray never got in the match

Sami Zayne VS Stardust – Winner: Sami Zayn

WWE World Heavyweight Championship: (C) Triple H VS Dean Ambrose – Winner: Triple H

 

WWE Roadblock Card: 3/12/16

Here is the card as of today for WWE Roadblock from Toronto, that will air live on the WWE Network, Saturday, March 12, 2016:

WWE World Heavyweight Championship: (C) Triple H VS Dean Ambrose

Brock Lesnar w/Paul Heyman VS Bray Wyatt

WWE Tag Team Championship: (C’s) New Day VS League of Nations (Sheamus & King Barrett)

NXT Tag Team Championship: (C’s) The Revival VS Enzo & Cass

WWE Announces Live Network Special For The UK

Source: WrestlingINC

WWE has announced a live WWE Network special for Wednesday, September 7th from the O2 Arena in London. Tickets go on sale March 16th.

The O2 announced:

“WWE have announced that its unique brand of action packed entertainment is returning to London for a one-off special on Wednesday 7 September at The O2. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see WWE Superstar and Diva favourites Roman Reigns, AJ Styles, New Day, Sasha Banks and Charlotte and many more to be announced.”

Why Is Mr. Anderson No Longer Working With TNA?

Source: WrestlingINC

As noted, Mr. Anderson revealed that he is no longer working with TNA at a recent indie event. Video of Anderson saying “f–k TNA” is below.

Anderson last appeared for TNA at their Bethlehem, PA TV tapings and according to PWInsider, Anderson was released due to his behavior that took place that week.

ProWrestlingSheet.com reports that Anderson was released from TNA after he failed a drug test … and multiple backstage sources tell us it was given to him after he appeared to be under the influence during a match.

Sources with knowledge of the situation tell us the match against Eric Young was supposed to air on January 19th, but Anderson looked so bad in the ring they had to remove it from the show.

ProWrestlingSheet.com was  told he was immediately forced to take a drug test backstage, then sent home.

Update On Possible WWE Restaurant & Physical WWE Hall of Fame

Source: WrestlingINC

We noted earlier this week that Attractions Management magazine was reporting that a WWE restaurant was on its way to Universal Studios in Orlando, FL, and would replace NBA City at Universal CityWalk. The Orlando Business Journal reports that the former NBA City location may actually host a Universal-themed concept, not a WWE restaurant. It was noted to “take any rumors on that location with a grain of salt, since Universal has yet to reveal its plans for NBA City’s replacement.”

Vince McMahon Not a Fan of NXT?

Source: ringsidenews.com

Apparently Vince McMahon is not a big fan of NXT, according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Vince perceives NXT as a touring product filled with so many guys Vince doesn’t believe are money.

NXT talent took notice of how Tyler Breeze was treated after he arrived on the main WWE roster. Some of the locker room was disgruntled over seeing Breeze treated like a “jobber” following all the buildup he received from Breaking Ground.