Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter
– Regarding Kenta’s name being changed to Hideo Itami, apparently Hideo comes from former MLB pitcher Hideo Nomo and Itami has to do with Naruto Manga anime.
– The name of Hideo Itami’s new WWE theme song is Tokiwakita (Time Has Come). It’s now available on iTunes. As noted, the former Kenta will make his in-ring debut on tonight’s NXT against Justin Gabriel.
– Xavier Woods was asked by a fan on Twitter when his “new Nation” stable with Kofi Kingston and Big E will be more than a “house show gimmick.” Woods replied: “No clue man-Ive never been a part of a “new nation” but I do hang with my smart/athletic friends #ThingsInCommon @WWEBigE @TrueKofi”
– SeekingAlpha.com has a new article up on WWE stock, saying the company is at a crossroads. They wrote: “It remains to be seen whether WWE will be able to convince investors that it’s worth more than its currently trading at. The company has to prove the viability of its WWE Network in the long run – on a fundamental level, this is what investors on the sidelines are waiting to see.”
– Writer Stephen Guerrieri is currently the lead writer for WWE NXT TV episodes. He replaced Ryan Ward. Guerrieri previously wrote for Rachael Ray’s Tasty Travels show and other Food Network programs.
– WrestleMania 31 tickets will reportedly be going on sale in November. Fans who attended the August 16th WWE live event in San Jose will soon be receiving information on how to get tickets shortly before they are put on sale for everyone else.
