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Spoilers: WWE Main Event Taping Results Airing May 22nd

Wayne Daly — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:42:46 +0000

The following results are from a recent WWE Main Event TV Taping. The taping took place on May 21st, 2013 at the CenturyLink Center in Omaha, Nebraska and will air on May 22nd, 2013 at 8pm Eastern on ION Television. Dark Match (Non-Televised Match) Justin Gabriel defeated Cody Rhodes. Singles Match Alberto del Rio defeated Big E Langston. Tag Team Match The Uso's (Jimmy Uso & Jey Uso) defeated 3MB (Jinder Mahal & Drew McIntyre) (w/Heath Slater). During the match, Ryback entered the arena in an ambulance to a great ovation and attacked Heath Slater, taking him away in the ambulance. A video then aired on the screen, showing a replay of Monday's WWE RAW, while it was announced that the WWE Intercontinental Championship match between Wade Barrett and The Miz would take place instead on WWE SmackDown.

WWE RAW Rating

Wayne Daly — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:18:29 +0000

The May 20th edition of WWE RAW drew a 2.96 rating, rounded up to a 3.0 rating overall and up from last week's 2.92 rating. The show had an average viewership audience of 4,230,000 viewers, up from last week's 4,050,000 viewers. Hour one of the show had 4,078,000 viewers, rising to 4,295,000 in the second hour and rising again to 4,307,000 viewers in the final hour.

James Storm Out For 6-8 Weeks

Wayne Daly — Wed, 22 May 2013 01:09:26 +0000

Speaking through his official Twitter account, TNA Impact Wrestling superstar James Storm noted that he would be out of action for 6-8 weeks following a recent injury.

"Just so everyone knows. Doc said I have a slight tear in my right abdominal & a adductor strain "groin pull" 6-8 weeks. Busting ass 2 b back."

Dates Announced For Mick Foley’s Upcoming Comedy Tour

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:17:38 +0000

WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley will be on tour with his comedy show at the following locations over the next month, including appearances in Canada and New York. May 29th - The Comic Strip - Edmonton, Alberta, Canada May 30th - The Laugh Shop - Calgary, Alberta, Canada June 2nd - Caroline's - New York City June 6th - The Brokerage - Bellmore, New York June 9th - The Funny Bone - Syracuse, New York June 13th - The Grey Eagle - Asheville, North Carolina June 19th - The Funny Bone - Dayton, Ohio June 20th - The Funny Bone - Newport, Kentucky

Two WWE Staff Gone From The Company

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 23:12:38 +0000

"Big" John Gaburick and Aaron Rudman have both left their roles as WWE producer and WWE head writer respectively in the past few days. Gaburick is probably best known for his work to fans during the early seasons of WWE Tough Enough on MTV, when he appeared on-air as a mentor and producer. As for Rudman, he was let go by the company over the weekend after just 6 weeks in his role.

Press Release: Georgia Lottery Launch TNA Wrestling Game

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:54:09 +0000

TNA Wrestling sent out the following: Georgia Lottery Introduces New IMPACT WRESTLING Game ATLANTA (May 21, 2013) – The Georgia Lottery Corporation has partnered with IMPACT WRESTLING to launch its new instant game IMPACT WRESTLING. “We are pleased to partner with IMPACT WRESTLING to offer a fresh, new game to our players and wrestling enthusiasts,” said Georgia Lottery Corporation President and CEO Debbie D. Alford. “Every dollar raised by this game will benefit HOPE and Pre-K students.” The IMPACT WRESTLING instant game went on sale statewide Tuesday. “Given the rich history of professional wresting in Georgia, we are honored and delighted to be the first wrestling organization to be featured on a Georgia Lottery ticket," TNA President Dixie Carter said. "Our partnership with the Georgia Lottery is a uniquely exciting one for both our Impact Wrestling brand and our superstar talent.” With IMPACT WRESTLING, players can win prizes up to $25,000. Players also can enter non-winning tickets for a second chance to win tickets to a live IMPACT WRESTLING event. Visit www.galottery.com for more information.

Jerry Lawler Returning To The Ring This Weekend

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:34:36 +0000

!BANG! TV sent out the following: !BANG! TV – “Royal Combat” Jerry “the King” Lawler’s return to the Ring Saturday May 25th at the !BANG! TV Sound Stage in Ocala, Florida Jerry “The King” Lawler will return to the ring. Showtime is 7:00pm with doors opening at 6:15pm. Tickets are available online at http://www.dory-funk.com or you may call now 352-895-4658 for ticket information. Prior to his match, Dory Funk Jr. will present Jerry “The King” Lawler the Funking Conservatory’s highest honor, The “Fighting Heart” Award. The “Fighting Heart” Award is given to the person that exemplifies what sports entertainment is all about. They are the ultimate performer and team player. They also give of themselves to this great sport, professional wrestling. Jerry “The King” Lawler is a Worker, an Encourager, a Fighter and a Winner ! Jerry “The King” Lawler will participate in an 8-Person Inter-Gender Tag Team Match teaming with Dory Funk Jr., Johnny Magnum and Jessica “Power-House” Hill to take on Cory “Wild” Weston, Quinton “Drop-Back” Hitchcock, Romero Youngblood and Hollywood Heather. The Officiating Referee is Claudia “the Claw” Reiff.

Jesse Sorensen Making An In-Ring Return?

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:30:21 +0000

Speaking through his official Twitter account over the weekend, TNA Wrestling's Jesse Sorensen hinted that he could be returning to the ring this October.

“Just to be clear there ain’t gonna be no come back, just new beginnings! Real return is going to be in Oct! #Motivated #Thankful #Reality”

Eric Bischoff Comments On Curtis Axel’s Appearance On RAW; Says His Dad Would Be Proud

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:04:34 +0000

Speaking through his official Twitter account, Eric Bischoff congratulated Curtis Axel on his appearance on WWE RAW and noted that his father and WWE Hall of Famer "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig would be proud.

Congrats to Joe Hennig @wwe. I am certain your father is proud. Best of luck!!!!
— Eric Bischoff (@EBischoff) May 21, 2013

WWE To Announce WrestleMania 31 & WrestleMania 32 Locations This August?

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:39:52 +0000

WWE will be announcing the locations of the WrestleMania 31 and 32 pay-per-views this August to the cities that have bid on the events. A report from BlackburnNews.com notes that the Detroit Sports Commission has submitted a bid to host either the WrestleMania 31 or WrestleMania 32 event, the first time that the company would return to Detroit for a WrestleMania event since the WrestleMania 23 event at Ford Field.

Off-Air Notes From Last Night’s WWE RAW; John Cena Works Dark Match

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:52:31 +0000

Following last night's edition of WWE RAW going off-air, John Cena and Alberto del Rio teamed up to defeat Jack Swagger and Ryback in a quick match. Cena was kept off last night's WWE RAW to sell his injuries suffered at WWE Extreme Rules.

Match Announced For This Thursday’s TNA Impact Wrestling

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:30:13 +0000

Speaking through her official Twitter account, TNA Wrestling President Dixie Carter noted that Kurt Angle vs. Ken Anderson has been added to this Thursday's edition of TNA Impact Wrestling.

"Spoke w/Hulk Hogan! It’s official for ImpactLIVE 8/7c this Thursday! Kurt Angle v Mr. Ken Anderson- Great matchup"

Triple H Update

Wayne Daly — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:28:13 +0000

WWE posted a video following last night's edition of WWE RAW in which Triple H did not recall who he was in the ring with and only remembered making his way to the ring prior to the match. The angle is said to see Triple H dealing with a concussion and taking some time off from WWE television, as well as Vince McMahon and Stephanie McMahon persuading Triple H to not wrestle again down the line due to the risks. The video is available at this link.

Jerry Lawler Issues Apology To Triple H For His Comments On RAW

Enzo Marino — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:28:35 +0000

During this past edition of WWE RAW, the main event featured Triple H against Paul Heyman's new client Curtis Axel. However, Triple H was not able to continue in the match up and showed signs of disorientation. Jerry Lawler commented that Triple H may be suffering from a stroke during the broadcast. Immediately after RAW went off the air, Jerry Lawler apologized for his comments, and posted the following on his official Twitter account:

I want to apologize to Triple H and his family for insinuating that he may have had a stroke. I know firsthand how upsetting it could be. — Jerry Lawler (@JerryLawler) May 21, 2013