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Kyle Edwards Gone From WWE
Speaking through his official Twitter account, Arda Ocal, better known as WWE broadcaster Kyle Edwards, announced that he has parted ways with the company. I have parted ways with the WWE! No hard feelings what so ever. Time to move on to a new chapter. #GoodVibesAndPositiveThoughts — Arda Ocal (@KyleEdwardsWWE) April 29, 2016
Arda Ocal – WWE Update
In an update on WWE signing Arda Ocal to a deal with the company, Ocal, now going under the name of Kyle Edwards has bee working at the WWE’s production studios in Stamford, Connecticut for the past few weeks. Ocal shot his first show for the WWE on Wednesday.
New WWE Signing
WWE have signed Arda Ocal to a deal with the company, which Ocal announced on his official Twitter account. Ocal previously worked for the Score Television Network alongside WWE commentator/backstage announcer Renee Young in Canada, hosting WWE-centric programs, as well as The Fight Network, The Baltimore Sun and other entities and had been working as Continue Reading »
Bret Hart Discusses Stampede Wrestling, Rough Travelling, Yokozuna & More
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) recently caught up with WWE Hall of Famer Bret “Hitman” Hart (@BretHart). In the interview, Hart talks about traveling up the roads in treacherous weather conditions for his father Stu in Stampede wrestling, the coldest he’s ever felt, and Hart recalls a time wrestling outdoors in Continue Reading »
Cake Boss’ Buddy Valastro Praises WWE & Discusses WWE/Cake Boss Episode
In a recent interview with Arda Ocal, Cake Boss star Buddy Valastro discussed his love for the WWE and how the “WWE Cake” episode of the show came about, specifically mentioning that it was WWE superstar Santino Marella who was responsible for making the episode happen.
Fandango Talks Dancing Gimmick, Flirting With Eva Marie On Total Divas & More (Audio)
Arda Ocal of the Baltimore Sun and Layfield Report recently interviewed WWE Star Fandango. The following topics were discussed in the interview: – How charitable work is treated in WWE, how Superstars get selected/involved in charitable initiatives and how much of their work day it takes up. – The “Little Things” Fandango does in the Continue Reading »
Chris Jericho Discusses His Feud With CM Punk, Upcoming Book & More
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) caught up with Fozzy lead singer and WWE Superstar Chris Jericho (@IAmJericho). Highlights: – How Fozzy audiences are becoming more and more music/metal fans as opposed to the WWE Universe coming to see Chris Jericho – Will he ever only adopt a part time “PPV only” Continue Reading »
Video: RVD Discusses His WWE Return & Schedule
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) caught up with Rob Van Dam (@TheRealRVD). Highlights: – His return to WWE and why he decided now was the right time – What kind of appearance schedule we can expect – An honest straight forward answer to who he wants to face
JJ Dillon On Working For WWE’s Talent Relations, The Undertaker, The Rock & More
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) speaks with WWE Hall of Famer JJ Dillon, who was Vice President of Talent Relations in WWE for several years in the 90s. In this interview, JJ talks about MCing this year’s Cauliflower Alley event, the stresses of being VP Talent, a story about The Rock Continue Reading »
David Otunga Discusses Appearing In The Call, Acting, Vince McMahon & More
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) of The Score Television Network and Baltimore Sun spoke with WWE Superstar David Otunga (@DavidOtunga), who appears in the movie “The Call” out this Friday. Highlights: – His thoughts on Vince McMahon “hating lawyers” – Halle Berry’s sense of humor – Loving acting and whether he Continue Reading »
Video: Roddy Piper Discusses His New TV Pilot & His Opinion Of CM Punk
Arda Ocal sent out the following: In a very fun interview, I caught up with WWE Hall of Famer “Rowdy” Roddy Piper. We talk about his son, Colt Toombs, and how he is now following his dad’s footsteps in becoming a professional wrestler. How far away is Colt from WWE? Is Hot Rod a dad Continue Reading »
WCW Panel At Fan Fest: Who Was Originally Planned To Be In NWO; Kevin Nash Angry With Sting & Much More
Today at the Royal Rumble Fan Fest, in Phoenix AZ, WWE has assembled a WCW discussion panel. The panel consists of X-Pac, Kevin Nash, The Big Show, and Booker T. Matt Striker is the host of the show. Here are the highlights of the show: -Kevin Nash said there were two locker rooms in the Continue Reading »
Video: Ryback Discusses His Desire To Break Kane’s Royal Rumble Record
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) of The Score Television Network and the Baltimore Sun caught up with WWE Superstar Ryback (@Ryback22) for a short interview backstage at WWE’s Royal Rumble Fan Fest. Ryback talks about his desire to break Kane’s Rumble record of eliminating 11 Superstars in a single match and Continue Reading »
Mick Foley Discusses Who He’d Like To Induct Him Into The WWE Hall Of Fame
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Before the announcement was made official earlier today, Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) of the Score Television Network and the Baltimore Sun spoke with Mick Foley about the possibility of going into the WWE Hall of Fame. Foley names Terry Funk and Jim Ross as the two people he would want Continue Reading »
Ryback Discusses The Potential Of Facing The Undertaker At WrestleMania 29
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) of The Score Television Network and the Baltimore Sun spoke with WWE superstar Ryback (@Ryback22). Highlights: – Discusses the release of his new downloadable character (DLC) for the WWE ’13 video game. – Talks about his frustrations during his previous stint in WWE as Skip Sheffield, Continue Reading »
Video: Stone Cold Steve Austin Open To WWE Return
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) of The Score Television Network and the Baltimore Sun spoke with WWE legend and film & tv star “Stone Cold” Steve Austin (@steveaustinBSR). Highlights: – How he’s recovering from knee surgery and if he’ll ever compete again and the fact that he would be willing to Continue Reading »
Video: CM Punk Discusses Rumors Of Early Retirement & Facing Ryback This Sunday
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) spoke with WWE CM Punk (@CMPunk) prior to the release of the WWE ’13 video game.In the conversation, Punk discusses where being on the cover of a game ranks in his career highlights and the gaming feud he has with travelling partner Kofi Kingston. Punk also Continue Reading »
Video: The Blue Meanie States That He’s Made Amends With JBL
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) of theScore Television Network and the Baltimore Sun spoke with The Blue Meanie (@TheeBlueMeanie). Highlights: – His feelings on the surprise enduring popularity of the parody faction Blue World Order. – The reaction of the actual NWO members to the parody: “Scott Hall loved it.” – Continue Reading »
Video: Joey Styles On Whether CM Punk Would’ve Succeeded In The Original ECW
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) spoke with Joey Styles (@JoeyStyles) at this year’s “Legends of the Ring” convention. Joey talks about why he’ll never return to call pro wrestling matches again, discusses his career highlight calling the ECW originals match at WM23 with Tazz and explains his involvement with WWE.com, including Continue Reading »
Video: Tony Schiavone Discusses His Decision To Leave Pro Wrestling
Arda Ocal sent out the following: Arda Ocal (@arda_ocal) spoke with Tony Schiavone (@tonyschiavone24) at this year’s “Legends of the Ring” convention. Tony talks about why he decided to leave wrestling about the demise of WCW, a recent run-in he had with CM Punk and he gives his thoughts on the infamous moment where he Continue Reading »