Daily Update: The Undertaker returns, Machida suspension, PWG
THE ROUND-UP
The latest from the F4W Staff
SmackDown has been put on red alert…
NEWS
WWE SmackDown video highlights: The Undertaker is back
NJPW Wrestling World 2016 results: EVIL vs. Katsuyori Shibata
WWE SmackDown live results: Undertaker & Edge return on episode 900
Several Raw wrestlers scheduled to appear on tonight’s SmackDown
Raw ratings up for Survivor Series go-home show
UFC 205 prelim ratings fall short of viewership record
WWE Raw video highlights: SmackDown invades Raw
AUDIO
B&V&C: The famous WHY BRET WHY episode of Raw, plus NWO runs in on Nitro! 11/15
WOL: Survivor Series, Raw, State of WWE, Conor McGregor, more! 11/15
WOR: Survivor Series go-home, State of WWE Address, Raw, tons more! 11/15
FIGURE FOUR WEEKLY: 11/7/16; California wrestling regulation in 1978
In 1977, Roy Shire’s northern California territory was doing its best business of the entire decade, but it wasn’t offering the usual Roy Shire style of booking with Roy Shire style workers (smaller big bumping blond heel on top) on top. Needing a break and new ideas, he brought in Bob Roop as the booker, who brought in Kevin Sullivan with him… click here to continue.
WRESTLING OBSERVER NEWSLETTER: Nov 14, 2016; Donald Trump elected President, massive UFC 205 preview
Pro wrestling, celebrities, politics, divisiveness and the election are the lead story in the new issue of the Observer.
Also, look at UFC 205 in depth, with a look at records, ticket demand, and all of the fights.
A look at the key things to watch at Survivor Series, ticket demand for Survivor Series vs. NXT vs. Raw next week, the stipulations and the update on the matches.
Have an in-depth look at the Jon Jones case from all angles and why the arbitrators ruled against Jones. Plus, look at the drug he claimed he used, his defense, why it wasn’t accepted, questions regarding his defense, how the arbitrators viewed things, how this affects the potential penalties for Brock Lesnar, why the punishment isn’t completed yet and what’s next for the light heavyweight division. Finally, a look at what’s next for Jon Jones including the match he is having soon and the Jones reaction to everything.
An update on WrestleMania weekend, why changes were made by WWE and how the independent situation is, as well as WWE making a decision for 2017 regarding PPV and why, Hulk Hogan return, NXT changes, more on Royal Rumble weekend, new WWE Network show ideas and plans, WWE top star of the past gets married to another former WWE performer, injury updates, John Cena update and when he’s back, plans for December hour shows and December PPV shows.
In this issue, take a look at the Smackdown announcing crew decision, the reaction to Charlotte vs. Sasha Banks at Hell in a Cell and the finish, more on international stars that WWE has come after, how the WWE video game is doing, department changes, names at the most recent WWE tryouts, why WWE’s value dropped $330 million in five weeks and what it means, most-viewed shows on the WWE Network, what wrestler dominates the list, Raw vs. Smackdown and Mascara Dorada talks his WWE signing… click here to continue.
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WON BACK ISSUE: October 25, 1999: WWF No Mercy review, first Nitro with Vince Russo, more – The new era of WCW television began on 10/18 in Philadelphia, with Vince Russo and Ed Ferrara’s first Nitro. There was no mistaking the fingerprints even if viewers didn’t have that fact drummed into their heads from early in the show. Far more detailed work was done in scripting the show then at any Nitro in recent memory and possibly ever… click here to continue.
WEDNESDAY NEWS UPDATE
WWE
The Undertaker returned to WWE TV on last night’s edition of SmackDown. Undertaker said that he’s back and won’t be defined by WrestleMania anymore. He said that Raw’s Survivor Series team must Rest in Peace and had a warning for SmackDown’s team if they fail.
After the show went off the air, Undertaker and Kane stood together in front of the live crowd.
NXT runs tonight at The Theater in Madison Square Garden with Shinsuke Nakamura, Tommaso Ciampa & Johnny Gargano vs. Samoa Joe, Scott Dawson & Dash Wilder as the main event.
Chris Jericho commented on The Undertaker threatening Team Raw.
Sami Zayn will now challenge The Miz for the Intercontinental Championship at Survivor Series after Miz defeated Dolph Ziggler for the title last night.
WWE uploaded video of William Regal extending a contract offer to Tony Nese after EVOLVE 73 last Sunday.
WWE.com has updated Donald Trump’s Hall of Fame roster page to note his election win.
Economists predict that WrestleMania may bring in up to 170 million dollars in revenue for the city of Orlando. WWE.com has an article on WrestleMania 32 generating $170 for the Dallas/Arlington region.
The new season of Total Divas debuts tonight on the E! Network. Total Bellas has been renewed for a second season starting in 2017.
In this interview with Samoa Joe, he talks about wrestling at The Theater, in MSG.
Goldberg was recently interviewed and he spoke about his current injuries, the work he’s been putting in at the gym for the match on Sunday, UFC 205, his love/hate relationship with Conor McGregor and other topics.
Good news for WWE fans in Kentucky, the WWE is headed back to state for the first time in over five years.
PRO WRESTLING
PWG returns with their first show since this year’s Battle of Los Angeles on December 16th with BOLA winner Marty Scurll challenging Zack Sabre Jr. for the PWG World Championship.
Seemingly addressing the Joey Styles situation, Gabe Sapolsky tweeted: “I’m done with fossils of bygone eras looking to shock their irrelevant self into headlines. Focus now on next shows. WWN Alerts coming soon.”
Aztec Warfare 3 will air on tonight’s episode of Lucha Underground.
On Saturday, February 11th ROH stops in Pittsburgh, PA and the very next night, Sunday, February 12th Ring of Honor returns to Columbus, OH! ROH fans always come out to show their support, and Ring of Honor plans on delivering an unforgettable night of action for you. Don’t miss your chance to be there LIVE!
MMA
Lyoto Machida was suspended for 18 months by USADA for an anti-doping violation.
VARIETY
Episode #217 of The Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling features a huge double dose of Lucha Underground with both Melissa Santos & Karlee Perez aka Catrina. The following except features Catrina’s view of how her character has evolved over the first three seasons of the El Ray Network standout show.
Dave Bautista and Finn Bálor will attend Wizard World Comic Con New Orleans on Saturday, January 7, 2017. The Wizard World 2017 schedule is available.
A popular Gambian wrestler, Ali Mbengu, known to his fans as “Mille Franc”, was on a boat travelling from Libya to Italy when it capsized last Friday. Mbengu is thought to have drowned in the accident.
Pro-Wrestling:EVE” is taking place on Saturday afternoon, November 26 at 2pm at the famed Resistance Gallery in Bethnal Green, London and features the legendary MANAMI TOYOTA in her first ever UK appearance! Facebook. Tickets.
New England Fights (NEF) will hold its next event, “NEF 26: SUPREMACY” this Saturday, November 19, 2016 at the Androscoggin Bank Colisée in Lewiston, Maine. At press time, the event is scheduled to feature 14 mixed-martial-arts (MMA) bouts. Earlier today, the promotion announced that it would hold the event weigh-in this Friday, November 18, 2016, at 2:00 pm EST at the Lewiston Ramada. The Ramada is located at 490 Pleasant Street, Lewiston, Maine 04240. For more information on the event and fight card updates, please visit the promotion’s website. In addition, you can watch NEF videos at follow them on Twitter @nefights and join the official Facebook group “New England Fights.”
11/15 – Main Event Munchies Adds Rene Dupree To Legends Of Wrestling.
CWE’s Legends Of Wrestling: Professional Wrestling & Sports Convention is shaping up to be a once in a lifetime juggernaut with some of the biggest names in wrestling and sports culminating in Winnipeg on February 18th. Main Event Munchies added fuel to the fire with the addition of “The Genius” Lanny Poffo and is now adding even more with the addition of WWE Alumni Rene Dupree! For full information on CWE’s Legend Of Wrestling Convention or information on how to become an official convention sponsor or vendor visit the website.
PWP runs tomorrow, 11/17, at the Waiting Room Lounge in Omaha, NE
Lucha in the 6 returns to Variety Village with Carnaval de Lucha! Experience live Lucha Libre Wrestling, Carnaval Stilt Walkers, Prizes & more! Sunday, January 29th 2017, Variety Village Gymnasium (3701 Danforth Ave, Scarborough), Doors open at 4:0opm – Carnaval 4:30pm – Bell Time at 5:00pm.
Before this Saturday’s CZW “Night of Infamy” and WSU “Breaking Barriers 4” at the Flyers Skate Zone in Voorhees, NJ, check out CZW on VICE’s “Bloodlust: Tournament of Death”! This Saturday, WSU “Breaking Barriers” comes to you at 4 pm.
TODAY IN PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING HISTORY 11/16: Goldberg vs. HHH at Survivor Series
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