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Wrestling News 4/30/14: Bobby Heenan Health Update, Goldberg At Mania, More

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Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

Wrestling legend Bobby “The Brain” Heenan suffered a broken shoulder after falling while getting out of bed on April 24th in Las Vegas. The Heenan family has been in Vegas visiting relatives for a wedding. Heenan actually missed the wedding as he and his wife spent the day in the hospital.

Not too long ago, Heenan suffered a broken back when he fell. The many cancer treatments he has received have left his bones brittle. Heenan has reportedly been in remarkably good spirits as of late, even with all of his health issues.

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– It’s said that Bill Goldberg definitely has interest in doing a match at WrestleMania 31 if the right deal can be made. He’s kept himself in shape, training almost daily, and will be 48 by next year’s WrestleMania.

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– We noted before that WWE officials wanted main roster and developmental talents to come up with names for their finishing moves. This is so WWE can trademark the names because they can’t own traditional wrestling move names.

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– WWE officials recently issued a directive to NXT staff regarding the treatment of some of Gerald Brisco’s wrestling recruits. There had been a feeling that Brisco would sign guys with good looks, personality and skills, but when they got to Orlando at the Performance Center, certain people (possibly trainers) working for developmental would try and run them off because they didn’t like shooters around.

Roddy Piper Asked To Do ‘Nancy Grace’ Show

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– WWE Hall of Famer Roddy Piper says he was asked to appear on Nancy Grace’s show this week. Piper says he asked WWE if they wanted him to represent the company on her show. He tweeted the following on Tuesday:

“Serious one here! I have been asked to come on Nancy Grace Show! Nancy I would eat you a live! Roddy Piper”

“Asked the @WWE if they wanted me to go eat NANCY’s Lunch! If I get mad @WWE There my family, I love them! But you NANCY! She wanted thursday”

“However if the @WWE, who can handle this very well does not want me to rip Nancy into a new job! Out of respect I won’t!”

“@NancyGraceHLN I WOULD EAT YOUR LUNCH! Roddy Piper @R_Roddy_Piper”

“night everyone, hope nancy grace has insomnia”

Read more at http://www.wrestlinginc.com/wi/news/2014/0430/574663/which-wwe-hall-of-famer-has-nancy-grace-invited-on-her-show/#KbdS6EHqJKtFUOr2.99

WWE Under Investigation; Company Issues Statement

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Shareholders Foundation, Inc. issued the following today, via DigitalJournal.com:

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE) Investor Alert: Investigation over Possible Securities Laws Violations

An investigation on behalf of investors of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE) shares over potential securities laws violations by World Wrestling Entertainment and certain of its directors and officers in connection certain financial statements was announced.

If you purchased shares of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE), you have certain options and you should contact the Shareholders Foundation at mail@shareholdersfoundation.com or call +1(858) 779 – 1554.

The investigation by a law firm focuses on possible claims on behalf of purchasers of the securities of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE) concerning whether a series of statements by World Wrestling Entertainment regarding its business, its prospects and its operations were materially false and misleading at the time they were made.

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. reported that its annual Total Revenue rose from $484.01 million in 2012 to $507.97 million in 2013 while its respective Net Income fell from $31.43 million to $2.76 million. Shares of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE) grew from $7.72 per share in late 2012 to as high as $31.39 per share on March 20, 2014.

On April 7, 2014, World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. announced that it has changed the location of its Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be held on April 25, 2014. Shares of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE) declined from over $31 in March 2014 to as low as $19.65 per share on April 11, 2014.

On April 28, 2014, NYSE:WWE closed at $19.51 per share.

Those who purchased shares of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE), have certain options and should contact the Shareholders Foundation.

Contact:
Shareholders Foundation, Inc.
Trevor Allen
3111 Camino Del Rio North – Suite 423
92108 San Diego
Phone: +1-(858)-779-1554
Fax: +1-(858)-605-5739
mail@shareholdersfoundation.com

WWE issued the following statement regarding the claim: “The claim that Shareholders Foundation is allegedly investigating has absolutely no substance or merit.”

Latest Announcement From Jeff Jarrett About GFW

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Jeff Jarrett’s new promotion, Global Force Wrestling, issued the following press release announcing a partnership with AAA:

GFW REACHES AGREEMENT WITH TOP MEXICAN PROMOTION

NASHVILLE – Global Force Wrestling has reached a partnership agreement with AAA, the top wrestling promotion in Mexico for more than 20 years.

The companies will exchange talent for events in both the United States and Mexico. AAA started in 1992 and quickly became the most exciting professional wrestling promotion in Mexico.

“AAA is happy to continue our relationship with Jeff Jarrett and now with his newly formed wrestling promotion Global Force Wrestling,” said Dorian Roldan, executive vice president of AAA. “I believe it’s imperative that wrestling organizations have talent exchanges because it’s good for the industry and wrestling fans around the world. It exposes them to different talent and different styles that will bring a unique perspective to GFW.”

Jarrett, the founder and CEO of GFW, and his wife, Karen, have regularly appeared in AAA and have headlined their signature event TripleMania.

“I’ve had a working relationship with the family that owns AAA for the past 10-plus years,” Jarrett said. “Karen and I have seen firsthand the passion of the wrestling fans throughout Mexico.

“This is exactly what Global Force Wrestling is about. We’re thrilled to share the AAA brand as part of our mission to span the globe to find the absolute best talent. We promise to immerse our fans in a wrestling promotion that is constantly evolving, constantly striving to be innovative and interactive.”

GFW already has announced a partnership with 25/7 Productions and David Broome, the creator of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” and the promotion has several more key announcements planned for the coming weeks.

WWE Releases Five Developmental Stars; Including former Main Roster Star

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PWInsider reports that WWE released the following NXT wrestlers this afternoon:
* Mason Ryan, former Nexus member who last lost to Tyson Kidd on NXT TV

* Shaul Guerrero, known as Raquel Diaz. She is the daughter of Eddie and Vickie Guerrero. This was her second run in WWE developmental.

* Danny Burch, a UK talent who had been signed since 2011.

* Oliver Grey, a UK talent, who just returned from a knee injury after being out for a while. He last lost to Camacho on NXT TV.

* NXT Diva Sarah “Shara” Backman requested and received her WWE release several days ago. Backman is a former Swedish arm wrestling champion who signed a developmental deal in March of 2013. You can check out a photo of her below:

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Jon Jones Not Ready For Heavyweights, UFC Video Game Look, Maynard Update

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Thanks to Dana Becker for some of the info below.

– UFC president Dana White seems to be in agreement with Jon Jones that the light heavyweight champion has many challenges ahead before any move to heavyweight. White discussed a possible super-fight between Jones and Cain Velasquez while announcing The Ultimate Fighter: Latin America recently.

“It’s not the time for a Cain vs. Jon Jones super-fight,” White said (thanks to MMAjunkie.com for the quotes). “Jon is 26 years old. As he continues to get older, he will have a harder and harder time making 205, which would eventually probably force him up to heavyweight.”

Jones is set to meet Alexander Gustafsson later this year, with another potential contender in Daniel Cormier waiting in the wings. As for Velasquez, he will meet Fabricio Werdum at UFC 180 this November after the two coach opposite one another on TUF: Latin America.

– At one point in time, Gray Maynard appeared to be on the verge of becoming a champion in the UFC’s lightweight division. Now, “The Bully” is just fighting to compete again.

Maynard recently told MMAFighting.com that he plans to return to action later this year after a 2013 that he was happy to see end. The former No. 1 contender lost to both Nate Diaz and TJ Grant last year, two years removed from fighting then-UFC champion Frankie Edgar to a draw.

“Last year was the worst year of my life,” Maynard said. “No wonder they don’t have the 13th floor in buildings. Thirteen sucks. It was a tough year. It was good to get it done with and start a new year.”

Maynard added that he had his body checked out at the request of UFC officials and is now ready to fight again. The 35-year-old is 11-3-1 in his career, but just 1-3-1 in his last five fights.

– The upcoming “EA Sports: UFC” video game will feature an in-depth career mode, allowing gamers to become the next Ultimate Fighter. The game is set to be released this June on both Xbox One and Playstation 4.

To show what the EA Sports developmental team has been working on, they’ve released a video, which you can view below, detailing the career mode. The game will include all the current UFC stars, along with many past greats and even Bruce Lee.

WWE Main Event Results 4/29/14

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WWE Main Event Results 4/29/14 from Kansas City

Credit to Marc Middleton.

– Tonight’s WWE Main event opens up with Cody Rhodes and Goldust coming out.

Goldust vs. Alberto Del Rio
We see Alberto Del Rio getting the win over Cody on Monday night. Del Rio is out next. Goldust strikes first and takes it to the corner but Del Rio turns it around and takes control. Del Rio with a backstabber for a 2 count. Del Rio with knees and rights now. Del Rio slams Goldust for another pin attempt. Goldust makes a comeback and nails a powerslam. Del Rio counters and nails the enziguri for a 2 count. Del Rio with a back suplex. Goldust blocks a superkick and leg whips Del Rio. Goldust nails Final Cut for the win.

Winner: Goldust

– After the match, Cody comes in and applauds his brother. Renee Young interviews them in the ring and asks if the recent singles matches means the Rhodes Brothers might be going their separate ways. Goldust says the Brotherhood is intact. Goldust says they might work singles matches but they always have each others backs. Renee asks if Cody is proud of his brother. Cody asks if she’s saying Goldust is better than him because he lost on RAW. Cody apologizes. He says the Brotherhood is together and will stay together. They hug and that’s it.

– We see the John Cena Make-A-Wish video from RAW. Still to come, Sheamus vs. Bray Wyatt.

Paige vs. Alicia Fox
We go to the ring and out comes WWE Divas Champion Paige. Out next comes Alicia Fox. They lock up and go at it, going to the floor. Paige with a hurricanrana on the floor. Paige brings it back in but has to pull Alicia back in by her hair. Alicia connects with a right hand and takes Paige to the corner. Alicia keeps control until Paige hits her with knees in the corner. The referee has to calm her down. More back and forth as they trade shots. Paige nails a big DDT for the win.

Winner: Paige

– After the match, Paige heads up the ramp to pose but Tamina Snuka comes out. They stare each other down before Tamina walks away.

– We get a look at the segment with John Cena and Bray Wyatt’s choir on RAW.

– Renee Young is backstage with Sheamus. She asks his level of concern going into the match with Wyatt tonight. Sheamus cuts a promo about how he’s not afraid and tells Wyatt it’s time to fight.

– We get a look at the segment with John Cena and Bray Wyatt’s choir on RAW.

Kofi Kingston vs. Bad News Barrett
We go to the ring and out comes Kofi Kingston. Bad News Barrett is out next. Barrett rips on Big E having no personality. Barrett says he’s going to take the Intercontinental Title at Extreme Rules.

They go at it and Barrett knocks down Kofi first for a quick pin attempt. Barrett with an elbow to the back of the head. Barrett shows off for the crowd. Kofi counters a move and Barrett runs into the boots. Kofi with kicks. Barrett fights him off but gets kicked in the head. Kofi springboards in with a crossbody for a 2 count. Kofi ducks two clotheslines but Barrett catches him in a tilt-a-whirl backbreaker for 2. Barrett readies for the Bullhammer but Kofi rolls him up for 2. Kofi with a dropkick that sends Barrett to the floor to regroup. Kofi misses a baseball slide. Kofi ducks a clothesline on the floor and kicks Barrett. Barrett throws Kofi into the steps but he jumps over them. Kofi leaps back off the steps but gets knocked out of the air with a Bullhammer. Barrett rolls Kofi back in for the win.

Winner: Bad News Barrett

– We get a video package for Kane and Daniel Bryan.

Sheamus vs. Bray Wyatt
The lights go out and out comes Bray Wyatt and The Wyatt Family to a face pop from the crowd. We go to Network commercials. We come back and Bray is singing along with the crowd. Sheamus’ music interrupts and out he comes. They have a staredown before the match. They lock up and Sheamus takes it to the corner. They break and Bray drops down and laughs. They go at it again. Sheamus works on the arm but Bray fights him off. Sheamus fights back out of the corner but Bray hits a big right hand. Sheamus takes back control and Bray goes to the floor for a breather. Back to commercials.

Back from the break and Bray takes control. Bray with a DDT on the apron for a 2 count. Bray keeps control and goes for another pin attempt. Bray with a forearm to the neck. Sheamus finally starts to fight back and runs over Bray twice. Sheamus with a clothesline in the corner and a high knee. Sheamus with a running knee in the corner. Sheamus goes to the top but Bray dodges a battering ram. Sheamus has trouble lifting Bray. Bray nails him with a uranage slam for a 2 count. Bray turns upside down in the corner. Sheamus blocks Sister Abigail and hits White Noise for a 2 count. More back and forth. Sheamus hits the 10 forearm shots to the chest. Sheamus goes up top and nails the battering ram for another 2 count. Erick Rowan and Luke Harper look on. Bray comes back with the flying forearm but Sheamus kicks out at 2. Fans chant “this is awesome” now. Sheamus misses a Brogue but hits the Irish Curse for another 2 count. More back and forth and pin attempts. Bray ends up getting the win with Sister Abigail after Rowan and Harper interfered on the apron.

Winner: Bray Wyatt

– After the match, Rowan and Harper come in to triple team Sheamus. The Usos make the save and clear the ring. Main Event goes off the air with both teams staring each other down.

Bruno Sammartino Talks Ultimate Warrior; His Health At Hall of Fame

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WWE Hall of Famer was recently interviewed by Wrestling365 Radio. During the interview, Bruno discussed his WWE Hall of Fame induction and how it felt for him to bury the hatchet with WWE, the changes in the company in recent years, the passing of The Ultimate Warrior and more.Here are some highlights from the interview:

How it felt for him to return to the WWE and receive his induction into the WWE Hall of Fame:

“It was good, it was very, very good because I appreciated the changes that they (WWE) made. What kept me out for all those years was that I just didn’t like some of the things that went on in the WWE, but since then I must say that they made some drastic changes. For example, the drug testing that they do, I’m very happy to see that and it’s obvious how effective they have been as I look at it. And also they did away with that nudity, vulgarity and profanity. I’d say that they’ve curbed that by about 95%, so you know, when they made all those changes, I was willing to change as well and accept going in and I did, and I am happy to have done that and appreciate and respect all of the changes that they made.”

The passing of The Ultimate Warrior:

“When I went to New Orleans for the Hall of Fame, I never saw him until he went on stage, because, while I was there, on Thursday night they had the unveiling of my statue and he certainly wasn’t there. The next day I did some autograph signings and that night I had to meet all the foreign sponsors from different countries and I spent that night there and again, he wasn’t there. The following day (Saturday), I had to do more autograph signings and then when I did go to the WWE Hall of Fame, they took us there that night and I guess he was backstage, because they did some interviews with us and then marched us to our seating, so I only saw him when he came on stage.

“I must tell you that I commented that night when he did come on stage with his two beautiful little girls looking so proud, as he was as well, but when they left and went to the back, I noticed it even more… I felt that he wasn’t walking well and I thought that was due to some injuries that caused that. I also noticed that when he came to speak, that he seemed, I don’t want to say out of breath, but he was sweating and all that. I didn’t think too much of it on the night and thought maybe he was nervous or whatever, but I just didn’t feel like there was something wrong with him and I had no idea whatsoever as to what was to follow, that was quite a shock.”

The WWE Hall of Famer also gave his opinions on names from the past and present including Daniel Bryan, John Cena, Hulk Hogan, Vince McMahon Jr, Vince McMahon Sr and more. You can check out the full interview by clicking here.

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