There is word from RAW that everything major for the Payback PPV was changing today & some of those changes have to do with Daniel Bryan.
WWE will officially release WrestleMania XXX on DVD & Blue-ray tomorrow.
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On SmackDown, Bray Wyatt issued a message to John Cena, “where we’re going, nobody ever comes back.” What does Bray’s message mean?
On WWE Main Event, Adam Rose cost Zeb Colter’s Real American protege, Jack Swagger his match against Dolph Ziggler. Will Zeb continue to be a lemon?
What does Triple H have in store next for The Shield?
Will someone try to stop the dominate Rusev?
Will Daniel Bryan be ready if Kane strikes again?
Friend Of CM Punk Says He’s Retired, Talks about What He’s Dealing With
Natalie Slater a close friend of CM Punk, in a editorial for Red Eye Chicago, a publication by the Chicago Tribune says that her friend (Punk) is famous & it sucks. She said Punk can’t go anywhere without being mobbed by people. In the column she refers to Punk as being recently retired & pretty much expresses what Punk is dealing with.
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WWE Wrestlers Upset About Low Paydays
Some disgruntled WWE performers believe their pay has been savagely cut by the McMahon family to finance the WWE Network, but looking at the books reveals that the venture is largely being paid for out of their rapidly dwindling cash reserves.
There is little evidence from WWE’s recent financial statements that backs up the hypothesis that WWE have purposefully cut performers pay to cover for some of the cost of their Network.
The reason for house show payoffs being down despite revenue from those events staying constant was due to increases in building rental, advertising & promotional expenses, which meant there was less money to pay wrestlers once those cost had been taken care of. Profits for the live events division was down 14%.
Source: Bleacher Report
Sheamus & Sin Cara Reportedly Involved In Backstage Altercation
Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Newsletter is reporting that Sheamus & Jorge “Sin Cara/Hunico” Arias was involved in a physical altercation at this weeks WWE TV tapings in New York. There is details confirmed except that Sin Cara got the better of Sheamus.
WWE Tough Enough Returning
It is being reported that WWE Tough Enough reality television program is returning & the new season will begin filming this June at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. The filming will run 30 to 40 days. There is talk of limiting the shows competitors to talents that are already under development contacts. Tough Enough will air on the WWE Network. There is no word on if Stone Cold Steve Austin will return as the host.
John Cena Responds To Bray Wyatt On WWE Main Event (Video)
John Cena responded on WWE Main Event to what Bray Wyatt had to say Monday on RAW. Cena said he that he is man not a God & he was raised to fight for what he believes in. Cena said things change in WWE but his resolve & message does not. Cena vows to never give up in his fight with Bray Wyatt & his Wyatt Family even if he has to go it alone because he believes that you never give up.
WWE News: Rhodes Fued, Bryan VS Kane, Evolution VS The Shield, Rusev
PWInsider has confirmed rumors of a planned fued between Cody Rhodes & his brother Goldust, with Cody as the heel.
PWInsider has also confirmed reports that Daniel Bryan will defend his WWE World Heavyweight Title against Kane at Payback in a Buried Alive Match.
PWInsider has also confirmed plans for Evolution & The Shield to do battle again at Payback. There is talk of a 6-Man rematch or doing a series of 3 singles matches with members of each group going at it one-on-one.
Name change for Alexander Rusev. WWE is dropping the Alexander & he will known as just Rusev.
Source: PWInsider & WrestlingInc.com
ABC Sitcom Airing Tonight Dedicated To Ultimate Warrior
Tonight’s episode of the ABC sitcom The Goldbergs will be dedicated to The Ultimate Warrior by the shows creator Adam Goldberg. It airs at 9pm E.
The following is the synopsis for the show:
“A Wrestler Named Goldberg: Murray & Pops persuade Barry to lie to Beverly about joining the wrestling team. Meanwhile, Adam is disappointed when Erica cancels their plans to see the premiere of Return of the Jedi.”
RAW Recap: 5/5/2014
Unites States Championship 20 Man Over-The-Top-Rope Battle Royal: US Champ Dean Ambrose VS Ryback VS Curtis Axel VS Goldust VS Cody Rhodes VS Big Show VS Dolph Ziggler VS Titus O’Neil VS Heath Slater VS Xavier Woods VS R-Truth VS Zack Ryder VS Santino Marella VS Fandango VS Sin Cara VS Kofi Kingston VS Sheamus VS Mark Henry VS Jack Swagger VS Damien Sandow: The match was ordered by The Authority. Ambrose & Sheamus was the last 2 remaining. Sheamus eliminated Ambrose to become the new United States Winner – Sheamus
Promo for Adam Rose – Tonight on RAW
Renee Young in the back with the new United States Cahmpion Sheamus. Sheamus talked about being the new US Champion. Renee asked if he had any words for Dean Ambrose. Sheamus said, “No hard feelings, fellow.”
Daniel Bryan & Brie Bella back in their room. Stephanie McMahon came in & said last night at Extreme Rules all Bryan did was anger Kane & told them to stay put in the room until his match later tonight. Bryan told Stephanie thanks for the advice. After Stephanie left, Brie noticed a Kane mask hanging on the wall.
Rob Van Dam VS Cesaro: Before Cesaro came to the ring, Paul Heyman came out & mentioned that his client Brock Lesnar conquered The Undertaker’s undefeated streak at WrestleMania. Heyman then introduced Cesaro. RVD was cought upside down in the corner, Cesaro was beating on him & didn’t break on the 5 count & was disqualified. Winner – RVD
The Wyatt Family appeared on the big screen. Bray Wyatt said, “we’re here.” The show went to break.
Back from the break, The Wyatt Family in the ring, Bray in his rocking chair. Bray said Abigail always told him that he was born to lead, she said one day he will change the world & he believed her. Bray said this world we live in has wicked ways about it. Bray said they would refer to him as a nobody & they made this day so sweet for him. Bray said last night he became somebody, Cena’s fear was personified by a singing child. Video from last night at Extreme Rules was shown. Bray laughed & said Cena can’t fool the children for they are the foundation of what tomorrow shall bring. Bray said their ears are eager to hear, their minds are eager to learn & their innocent little eyes see right through Cena. Bray said Cena says he is a monster & he is right, Cena says his message is nothing but lies & he only wishes to let the world burn. Bray said Cena is right, he does want to watch this world burn. Bray said this world must be burnt down so it can be reborn & it will be reborn in his image, the image of Wyatt. Bray said Cena thinks that he does everything for himself. Bray said Cena is dead wrong, he does it for the children, the poor man, he does it for the crying teenage girl because they didn’t think she was beautiful enough to be prom queen, he does for everyone. Bray said as of today Cena stands alone & alone he shall fall. Bray said the children stand with him & they never have to be alone again & they will remember him not as a monster but for what he truly is, a God. Bray dropped to his knees & started singing, “He’s got the whole world in his hands.”
Ryback VS Cody Rhodes: Winner – Ryback
Brie Bella & Daniel Bryan in their room. The lights went out & they left. Kane’s mask was glowing. Bryan & Brie ran into Stephanie in the hallway. Stephanie asked where they was going. Bryan said like she doesn’t know what’s going on. Brie was terrified. Stephanie said she didn’t know what was going on & said she would have their car pulled up inside the building for them & told them to stay put.
Los Matadores & El Torito in the ring, the ring was decorated for Cinco De Mayo, they was celebrating El Torito’s win at Extreme Rules. 3MB came out. Heath Slater said they can’t have a party without them. Slater said they came out here to call a truce. Drew McIntyre said the will spoil the party if they don’t accept their offer for peace. El Torito offered Hornswoggle some candy. Hornswoggle took a piece & then spit it out & knocks the rest out of El Torito’s hands. Hornswoggle hits El Torito & they go at it & they all started fighting. Los Matadores take out McIntyre & Jinder Mahal. They then toss Slater out of the ring. El Torito gives Hornswoggle a airplane spin & hits him with the gore that knocked him out of the ring.
Promo for Bo Dallas
Kofi Kingston VS Alexander Rusev: Rusev tapped out Kofi with the Accolade. Winner – Rusev
Daniel Bryan helped Brie into the car & looked around as he made is way around to the other side before getting in. As they were about to leave, Stephanie came up & banged on the window, scaring Brie. Stephanie said Bryan can’t leave until after his match or he will be in breach of contract & will strip him of the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Bryan & Brie got out of the car.
Alberto Del Rio VS Daniel Bryan: Brie Bella came to the ring with Bryan. Bryan got Del Rio to tap out with the Yes Lock. Winner – Bryan After the match Kane’s music played & Bryan & Brie headed for their car. They got in the car but it wouldn’t start. Bryan got out & checked the engine, a wire was disconnected, Bryan fixed it & shut the hood & kane was in the car & Brie screamed. Bryan dragged Kane out of the car & they fought. Bryan got in the car & Kane was on top of the car, Bryan drove off & Kane fell off. Bryan stopped & got out & went over toward Kane who was laying on the ground. Kane set up & Bryan got back in the car & drove away while Kane came back after them. Bryan & Brie got away & Kane was laughing.
Another promo for Adam Rose tonight on RAW
Intercontinental Championship Match: Big E Vs IC Champ Bad News Barrett: Barrett hit Big E with the Bullhammer after he raked him across the eyes. Winner – Barrett
John Cena will respond to Bray Wyatt on the Main Event Tuesday live on WWE Network.
A special Mother’s Day message from Mr. T video.
Jack Swagger & Zeb Colter came to the ring. Zeb said today is May 5th for real Americans not Cinco De Mayo. Zeb had deportation list that included, Cesaro, Paul Heyman, Santino Marella, Emma, Sheamus & Paige. Adam Rose interrupted & came out with his part friends from his promo’s, who he calls Rosebuds, including the bunny. Rose grabbed Zeb’s beard & told him to not be a lemon be a Rosebud. Zeb sent Swagger after Rose. Swagger charged after him but Rose kicked Swagger in the face, Swagger came at him again & rose tossed Swagger over the top rope out of the ring. Rose & his Rosebuds celebrated & danced around in the ring & they lifted Rose up on their shoulders.
The Wyatt Family VS The Shield: Reigns hit Bray with the Superman Punch. The Shield was about to deliver a Triple Powerbomb on Bray when Evolution came out. Ambrose & Rollins dropkicked Harper & Rowan out of the ring & they dove through the ropes taking out Harper, Rowan, Randy Orton & Batista. Reins hit Triple H with a Superman Punch. Bray came back in & hit Reign with Sister Abigail for the win. Winner – The Wyatt Family.
After the match Evolution attacked The Shield. Orton took out Rollins with a drapping DDT. Batista slammed Ambrose on the steal steps. Triple H went for a Pedigree on Reigns but Reigns backdrops him & Orton hit Reigns with a RKO. Triple H laid out Reigns with a Pedigree. Evolution Mocked The Shield & hit Reigns with a Triple Powerbomb. Evolution stood over Reigns & continue to mock The Shield by celebrating by putting their fist in like The Shield.
