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John Cena, Chris Jericho, William Regal, Dixie Carter And Others Remember Nick Bockwinkel

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As noted, WWE Hall of Famer Nick Bockwinkel passed away on Saturday night at the age of 80. Below are more social media reactions from various WWE stars:

#RIP #NickBockwinkel #BodyslamKickoffBodyslamKickoffArmDrag pic.twitter.com/jm8XdlWebo
— Scott Dawson (@ScottDawsonWWE) November 15, 2015

So sorry to hear of the passing of one of my heroes NICK BOCKWINKEL who was a true Class Act! #ThankYouNick
— Scott Armstrong (@WWEArmstrong) November 15, 2015

The word “legend” gets thrown around quite a bit. But very few can embody the word. RIP Nick Bockwinkel
— Bull Dempsey (@BullDempseyWWE) November 15, 2015

Nick Bockwinkle was a living edifice of eloquent elocution. Rest in power sir. https://t.co/UNvOeVLAr6 via youtube
— Samoa Joe (@SamoaJoe) November 15, 2015

Classy always. #ThankYouNick #RIPNickBockwinkel pic.twitter.com/iY4tO1IhwD
— Kyle Edwards (@KyleEdwardsWWE) November 15, 2015

If you look up “Class Act” in the dictionary, this is what you will find, and with good reason..#RIPNickBockwinkel pic.twitter.com/95OuOpXDtC
— Billy Kidman (@WWEKidman) November 15, 2015

The spirit of a champion is immortal. Rest peacefully #nickbockwinkel
— John Cena (@JohnCena) November 15, 2015

RIP to an incredible legend and Greatest AWA Champion of all time-Nick Bockwinkle. A true gentlemen. I was honored to have known you.
— John Layfield (@JCLayfield) November 15, 2015

Thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Nick Bockwinkel. He was a huge inspiration to Sandow version 1.
— Damien Sandow (@TheDamienSandow) November 15, 2015

AN ALL TIME GREAT WRESTLING LEGEND HAS PASSED…NICK BOCKWINKEL. A TRUE GENTLEMAN IN EVERY SENSE. HONORED TO HAVE KNOWN YOU. RIP @WWE
— Zeb Colter (@WWEZeb) November 15, 2015

Very sad to hear of one of Nick Bockwinkle.I was with him a lot in WCW and he always called meHis Lordship.A true man of class and who….
— William Regal (@RealKingRegal) November 15, 2015

Dressed and acted like a real star.And a true great in the ring,one of my all time favourite American Wrestlers.
— William Regal (@RealKingRegal) November 15, 2015

His passing will be sorely missed.
— William Regal (@RealKingRegal) November 15, 2015

RIP Nick Bockwinkel #Class
— Dixie Carter (@TNADixie) November 15, 2015

chrisjerichofozzySorry to hear about the passing of #NickBockwinkel. One of the alltime greats and a HUGE influence on my 2008-09 character. Thanks for everything Mr Bockwinkel….we will be lugubrious over your passing. #bigwordsequalsheat
– Chris Jericho

Ronda Rousey Comments For The First Time Since Being Knocked Out, Addresses Retirement Rumors

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Jim Somers
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Ronda Rousey exited the cage without being interviewed following her surprise UFC 193 loss to Holly Holm Saturday night. The former champion also was absent from the post-fight press conference, as she was transported to a local hospital.

Rousey made a post on Instagram Sunday evening, commenting for the first time since losing her championship. Rousey put a kibosh on any retirement rumors, but said that she’s fine and will return.

“I just wanted to thank everyone for the love and support. I appreciate the concerns about my health, but I’m fine. As I had mentioned before, I’m going to take a little bit of time, but I’ll be back,” the post said.

Many had speculated that Rousey would be a part of a huge fight at UFC 200 in July, whether it be against longtime foe Cris “Cyborg” Justino, or her new rival in Holly Holm. Dana White noted that plans had changed due to the fact that Rousey lost.

As Rousey mentioned, she was always expected to take time away from the cage following this fight. She’s set to film a movie in the spring, which also puts her WrestleMania status in question.

Wrestling Legend Nick Bockwinkel Passes Away

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Brian Grey
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According to the Cauliflower Alley Club, legendary pro wrestler Nick Bockwinkel has died at the age of 80,

Cauliflower Alley released the following statement:

“It is with a heavy heart the Cauliflower Alley Club announces that The Greatest AWA World Champion of all time and former CAC President Nicholas “Nick” Bockwinkel passed away Saturday night at approx. 8:40 pm due to health issues. We will have more on this later Sunday afternoon. The Cauliflower Alley Club, it’s members, and all of Nicks fans & friends send their condolences to Darlene & the Bockwinkel family at this time.
The Bockwinkel family ask for everyone to respect their privacy at this time.”

Bockwinkel is a member of the WWE Hall of Fame, as well as a former AWA World Heavyweight Champion. Bockwinkel was also a part of a legendary tag team with Ray Stevens. In 2003, Bockwinkel was also inducted into the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame.

Little is known about the circumstances surrounding the death at this time. We will keep you updated on any additional information that surfaces. We express our condolences to Nick’s family.

Vince McMahon Reportedly Going Back-and-Forth On Daniel Bryan’s WWE Status

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Brian Grey
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Credit: Dave Meltzer

The latest word on Daniel Bryan’s WWE status is that company officials were still waiting on the results of a third doctor’s findings in regards to Bryan’s health and if he should be put back in the ring.

As we’ve noted, WWE’s Dr. Joseph Maroon ruled that Bryan should not wrestle again due to the number of concussions he’s suffered. Bryan later got a doctor that works with the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals to test him and his brain tested above average for his age. That doctor cleared him to wrestle.

If the third doctor’s tests have been done, The Wrestling Observer Newsletter notes that results are being kept secret but they could be back in as Vince McMahon has reportedly been going back-and-forth on Bryan’s status.

Ronda Rousey Addresses Claims Of Domestic Abuse, Says It Was In Self Defense

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Brian Grey
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In the weeks leading to her fight, Ronda Rousey has had several distractions in camp. Between her boyfriend Travis Browne outing their relationship, to her mother trashing her coach, to that very coach filing for bankruptcy, the world’s most recognizable MMA fighter hasn’t had the smoothest go of it this month.

Things didn’t get easier when major media outlets picked up a story from her book My Fight/Your Fight, where she claims to have beaten up an ex-boyfriend that she caught snapping nude pictures of her without her consent. According to Rousey, she tried to leave, and the boyfriend prevented her from doing so.

You can read her passage about the physicality that followed below:

“I punched him in the face with a straight right, then a left hook. He staggered back and fell against the door,” Rousey wrote. “… I slapped him with my right hand. He still wouldn’t move. Then I grabbed him by the neck of his hoodie, kneed him in the face and tossed him aside on the kitchen floor.

Rousey addressed the issues when speaking to media prior to this weekend’s UFC 193 event.

“Legally, if somebody blocks your exit, it’s considered kidnapping,” Rousey said to reporters. “I was in that situation before when I got in a fight at a movie theater and my exit was blocked and people wouldn’t let me out. Legally, you cannot do that. It’s considered a self-defense scenario, so if someone is blocking you in an apartment and you can’t leave, you’re entitled to defend yourself and find a way out.”

Rousey also stated in her book that even after the altercation, the boyfriend followed her to her car and jumped in her passenger seat. She pulled him out of the car and left.

“If you’re trying to get into your car and leave and they’re grabbing your steering wheel and saying that you can’t leave, that’s technically you being kidnapped and you can defend yourself in any way it’s necessary,” said Rousey.

Domestic abuse is a heavily covered issues, and one that piqued the interests of both fans and foes of Rousey because of outspoken she’s been against Floyd Mayweather for his past. After winning the ESPY for Best Fighter this year, Rousey said “I wonder how Floyd feels being beat by a woman for once.”

Rousey also said during the scrum that the incident regarding nude photos is what motivated her to do ESPN’s Body Issue, so that the photos would come out on her own terms.

WWE Fires Billy Gunn Over Failed Drug Test

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Brian Grey
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Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter

According to the Wrestling Observer, WWE Developmental coach Billy Gunn, real name Kip Sopp, has been fired by the WWE after failing a test for performance enhancing drugs at a powerlifting competition in Florida on July 25th.

His drug test at the competition came up with a 37-1 testosterone/epitestosterone ratio, above the 4-1 limit, and he was suspended from powerlifting for 4 years. We’ll have more on this situation throughout the day.

The 52-year old Sopp had been working as a trainer at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando. He’s been seen on WWE Network’s Breaking Ground program, in addition to this year’s season of Tough Enough. Last week, Gunn served as a special guest referee during an NXT live event.

According to the Observer, the WWE wasn’t even aware of him competing as a powerlifter, or the fact that he had a suspension levied against him.

Spoilers: Smackdown Results For 11/12/15

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Jim Somers
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Thanks to the WreView Pro Wrestling Show for sending us the following WWE SmackDown spoilers from tonight’s tapings in Manchester, England:

* The Wyatt Family members open the show in the ring with promos. Bray Wyatt issues a challenge to Kane and The Undertaker for Survivor Series for the Brothers of Destruction vs. 2 of the Wyatts that Bray chooses. Fandango interrupts and this sets up Fandango vs. Braun Strowman for tonight. Rowan and Harper vs. The Usos is also announced.

* Braun Strowman squashes Fandango with the bear hug thingy. Bray takes the mic and demands an answer to his challenge by the end of the night.

* WWE World Heavyweight Title Tournament Match: Neville defeated King Barrett with Red Arrow. Great match, Barrett dominated the early part and there were several false finishes. Neville advances.

* The Usos cut a high-energy promo on The Wyatt Family backstage with Renee Young.

* Barrett stayed in the ring during the commercial to cut a promo on Wayne Rooney. Barrett says he will ask Vince McMahon for a guarantee that WWE never returns to Manchester. The bells toll and out comes The Undertaker to a big pop. He slowly comes to the ring and takes off his hat and coat. Taker stares at Barrett and Barrett asks, “Can I help you, mate?” Barrett threatens a Bullhammer. Barrett chickens out and Taker beats him down and steps out of the ring. Taker has a second thought and comes back in for a Tombstone piledriver. Barrett takes a second Tombstone and Taker leaves. This was to air.

* WWE World Heavyweight Title Tournament Match: Kalisto defeated Ryback. The match started off with a handshake but these two had no chemistry. Kalisto advances. Ryback raises Kalisto’s arm after the match.

* WWE World Heavyweight Title Tournament Match: WWE United States Champion Alberto Del Rio defeated Stardust. Del Rio won with the stomp in the corner. Stardust almost played a face role here. Del Rio advances to wrap the first round.

* Roman Reigns cuts a backstage promo with Renee Young. Reigns says he’s not a sellout and talks about why he refused Triple H’s offer on RAW.

* The Usos defeated Luke Harper and Erick Rowan by DQ when Braun Strowman and Bray Wyatt interfered. The Wyatt Family then beat down The Usos. The Undertaker’s bells toll and his voice can be heard accepting Wyatt’s challenge.

Spoilers: WWE Main Event Results For 11/14/15

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Jim Somers
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Thanks to the WreView Pro Wrestling Show for sending us the following WWE Main Event spoilers from tonight’s tapings in Manchester, England:

* Jack Swagger defeated Adam Rose by submission

* Damien Sandow defeated Heath Slater after a quiet match

* Sasha Banks defeated Becky Lynch with a Banks Statement

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