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WWE Changes Hall of Fame Location, Tara Forgets Match Ending

WWE is reporting that The 2010 WWE Hall of Fame Ceremony, which takes place on Saturday, March 27th 2010, has been moved to the Dodge Theater in Phoenix, AZ.

TNA Knockout Tara has posted a Tweet on her Twitter account noting that she does not remember the ending of her match this past week on Impact after taking a nasty fall and hitting her head on the cement floor outside of the ring. Tara wrote, "Thank you for the concern. I don't remember the rest of the match after hitting the cement with my head. But it's not ballet & I won. YAY!!"

 

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Jeremy Borash Jabs WWE After TNA Beats Them in The UK

We reported a couple of days ago that TNA beat WWE in the ratings war last week, and this news prompted Jeremy Borash to comment on the situation by taking a small shot at WWE's "Did You Know?" blurbs on his Twitter account. Borash wrote, "Did you know??? Once again in this week's ratings, TNA iMPACT! beat Raw, Smackdown, and ECW in the UK."

 

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Are The Hardy Boyz a Tag Team Again?, Classic SSlam Bouts

Partial Source: PWInsider.com

Comcast ON DEMAND is offering Classic SummerSlam bouts for $1.99 under the listing of Sports & fitness, then UFC WWE & Boxing, and finally under Summerslam Sizzlers.

Matt Hardy has posted the following on his WWE Universe account which may or may not be an indication that WWE might be moving in the direction of a Hardy Boyz Tour that we exclusively reported on a few days ago. While the ending of Smackdown last night could be looked at as WWE deciding to move in the direction of re-teaming The Hardy's, it could also be a swerve which will end up with Matt turning on Jeff once again. Matt wrote, "There's much more to this story than you'll ever know.. for now. I know several people are doubting my sincerity, and some people are ecstatic that Jeff and I seem to be back on good terms. I know I have a lot of explaining and convincing to do in the very near future. And I will be happy to open up and tell everyone the "REAL" story behind our sibling rivalry. The last year of my life is movie-worthy. Buckle up and get ready for the ride, because as of yesterday, The Hardys are back in business!

 

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TNA to Get 2 More TV Hours?, Former ECW Champ at ROH Taping

Source: PWInsider.com

It's being reported that TNA and SpikeTV are currently negotiating a new deal. One of the key items being dicussed in the negotiation is TNA receiving 1-2 more hours of original programming per week. A number of ideas have been talked about in the past for new TNA TV shows including an all Knockouts show, an all X-Division show, and also the possibility of making Spin Cycle a TV show as opposed to an internet show.

It's being reported that Steve Corino was backstage at last night's Ring of Honor tapings visiting friends.

 

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SD! Change From Last Night, TNA Merchandise Specials

Source: The Wrestling Observer

At this past week's Smackdown taping, the original booking plans called for Big Show to face Shad of Cryme Tyme in a singles match, however, the plan was changed at the last minute and the call was made for Show to face JTG instead.

TNA is currently offering some deals on merchandise including Bobby Lashley, Tara and Suicide autographed items.

 

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WWE SD!/ECW House Show Tonight: 3 Announced Matches

The following are the advertised matches for WWE's Smackdown/ECW house show event tonight in Mankato, Minnesota:

-Christian vs. Tommy Dreamer vs. Shelton Benjamin vs. William Regal in a fatal four-way match for the ECW Championship.

-The Great Khali vs. Kane in a lumberjack match.

-CM Punk vs. John Morrison.

 

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Breaking Update: Complete Details on Kurt Angle's Arrest

PWInsider.com is reporting that TNA star Kurt Angle was arrested this morning for allegedly stalking a female TNA star who has an active order of protection against the TNA Champion.

The female TNA star was allegedly at a Starbuck's coffee store and spotted Angle following her so she called the police. When authorities arrived on the scene they found a syringe as well as Human Growth Hormone Hygetropin in Angle's car. Kurt told the police that he had valid prescriptions for the drugs found.

According to local PA police, Angle has been officially charged with driving with a suspended license, possession of illegal HGH and breaking an order of protection as well as harassment.

 

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Even More on Angle's Arrest: Will He Be at Hard Justice?

WPXI has run a story about Kurt Angle's arrest this morning.

PWInsider.com is reporting that despite being arrested, Kurt Angle is still expected to compete at TNA's Hard Justice PPV tomorrow night.

 

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Exclusive: TNA Knockout Who Got Angle Arrested Revealed

Rhaka KhanEarlier today, it was reported that Kurt Angle was arrested for violating a restraining order against an unnamed female TNA star.

WrestleZone.com can now exclusively confirm that the star is Trenesha Biggers, better known to TNA Wrestling fans as Rhaka Khan. Biggers, who made it to the final 25 of the 2005 WWE Diva Search, had moved in with Angle followed his break-up with ex-wife Karen Angle. Things didn't work out and Biggers moved out of Angle's house, filing an order of protection against the former Olympic gold medalist.

As we mentioned in our previous article, Biggers spotted Angle's car outside a Starbucks coffee shop earlier today and alerted the authorities. This lead to the arrest of Angle, as he was charged with violating an order of protection, driving with a suspended license and possession of illegal HGH.

Kurt AngleWhile it isn't officially confirmed as of this writing, WrestleZone.com can also exclusively report that Angle did in fact have a valid prescription for the HGH, as was speculated previously.

Despite all the madness, Angle will still be working tomorrow night's TNA "Hard Justice" pay-per view in Orlando, Florida. Angle will compete in the main event of the show, defending his TNA World championship in a triple-threat match against Sting and Matt Morgan.

Stay tuned to WrestleZone.com this weekend as we will be updating this story as more information becomes available.

 

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Breaking News: TNA Star Kurt Angle Arrested Today

PWInsider.com is reporting that TNA star Kurt Angle was arrested this morning. No other details have been revealed at this time. Check back to the site often as we attempt to learn more information on this developing story.

 

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Henry In Article For Being Black, Melina Pics, Jericho Note

Dan Hamrick sent along the following: CoedMagazine.com features Mark Henry in a new article called "5 Ways You're Treated Like A Criminal Everyday." In the article, Henry is pictured at number five, with the description: "5. Doing Anything (While also Being Black or Hispanic and Male) -- What? It's true..." Check out the piece at CoedMagazine.com.

-Today's "Daily Diva" at WWE.com with a new photograph is Melina.

-The "Superstar of the Day" at WWE.com for today is Chris Jericho.

 

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Henry In Article For Being Black, Melina Pics, Jericho Note

Dan Hamrick sent along the following: CoedMagazine.com features Mark Henry in a new article called "5 Ways You're Treated Like A Criminal Everyday." In the article, Henry is pictured at number five, with the description: "5. Doing Anything (While also Being Black or Hispanic and Male) -- What? It's true..." Check out the piece at CoedMagazine.com.

-Today's "Daily Diva" at WWE.com with a new photograph is Melina.

-The "Superstar of the Day" at WWE.com for today is Chris Jericho.

 

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WWE Changes Location For 2010 Hall Of Fame Ceremony

Greg D. sent along the following: WWE has sent out the following to those who purchased WrestleMania travel packages:

The WWE Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will now be Live from the Dodge Theater in Phoenix on Saturday, March 27, 2010.

 

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New JR Blog: RAW Host Ideas, JR Gets A New Job, More

Jim RossThe following are some highlights from the latest online blog from WWE Hall Of Fame announcer Jim Ross:

On Death Of Gladys Gillem: Sorry to hear of the passing of lady wrestler Gladys "Killem" Gillem who many of us got to know in the film "Lipstick and Dynamite." She was one of the toughest wrestlers of any gender of her era. I have heard stories of her toughness since I got in the biz in 1974. I am fascinated with many of the stories regarding the inner workings of women's wrestling back in its heyday of touring from territory to territory by car. Either the promoter was doing his best to sleep with the talent or the women were encouraged to have relationships with other women wrestlers so that they didn't fall in love with a man, leave the biz, become pregnent, live happily ever after and not come back to the servitude of which they had previously endured in their workplace. I encourage you to read about Mildred Burke, June Byers, Elvira Snodgrass, etc and the era of the 40's and 50's of this genre and you will be fascinated. Why someone hasn't made a feature film on this such as "A League of Their Own" is beyond me. Likely the "wrestling bias" that still exists with some. "Lipstick and Dynamite" however is one of my favorite documentaries.

On RAW Host Ideas: Ideas for potential Raw hosts: Mike Ditka, Michael Irvin, selected WWE HOF'ers, Dr Drew, Dr. Phil, Nancy Grace, Bill O'Reilly, Siegfried and Roy, along with all those that will actually host because they have something to plug other than the plugs in their scalp....not that there is any thing wrong with that Jeremy. However, it's gonna take someone special to out perform our man Shaq.

On A New Job For JR: I will soon start writing for www.ouinsider.com where I will write my thoughts on college football and specifically the upcoming OU Sooners game of the week. I think it will be something like J.R.'s 7 Things to Ponder or something like that. It will, hopefully, be a quick, entertaining, and informative read for CFB and sports fans in general.

Check out the complete blog online at JRsBarBQ.com.

 

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Eric Young's Heel Turn, Dreamer/Family, WWE Encyclopedia

Here are some random WWE and wrestling related links for today:

--A story on Tommy Dreamer and his family is up here.

--A story on the authors of the new WWE Encyclopedia is up here.

--An article on Eric Young's heel turn in TNA is online here.

 

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WWE Cancels December Show, Brian Blair/Politics, More

According to a report, the December 27th WWE house show set for Reading, Pennsylvania has been cancelled due to some sort of scheduling conflict.

TBOBlogs.com has an article on former WWE star B. Brian Blair running for a State House seat. Check that out at TBOBlogs.com if interested.

 

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How Much Wrestling Is On iMPACT?, Styles/Morgan, Hemme

For those keeping track, there was 30 minutes and 19 seconds of actual in-ring wrestling action on last night's TNA "iMPACT!" broadcast.

TNAWrestling.com currently has a poll up asking fans to vote on their favorite moments from this week's TNA "iMPACT!" broadcast. Currently topping the poll is the AJ Styles vs. Matt Morgan match, followed by Kurt Angle and Matt Morgan's war of words and Christy Hemme's return against Sojo Bolt. You can vote on the poll now at TNAWrestling.com.

 

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Report: Linda McMahon To Run For Senate?

The following is an excerpt from an article on NBCConnecticut.com:

A woman who truly knows how to rumble could be testing Sen. Chris Dodd in the ultimate political cage match.

Linda McMahon, CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment, just might run as a Republican against the state’s senior U.S. senator in in 2010, the Washington Post reports in the Fix, a political blog.

“A source close to McMahon said that she is ‘seriously considering’ the race,” the Post blogger reports.

Things might get heated up but they are not bond to get as violent as the sweaty men in tight shorts throwing themselves at each other that she was used to in her prior life.

Check out the full article here.

 

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Non-Spoiler: Confirmed Matches For Tonight's SmackDown!

WWE SmackDown!The following is a non-spoiler look at tonight's WWE SmackDown! line-up. To read complete spoilers from the show, check out our SmackDown! spoiler report.

MAIN-EVENT:
Handicap Match:
-Jeff Hardy vs. David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd

UNDERCARD:
-CM Punk vs. John Morrison
-Dolph Ziggler vs. Finlay
-Melina vs. Layla
-Big Show vs. JTG

 

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Jerry Lawler/Mayor Update, DiBiase/Marine 2 News, More

The following is from WWE.com: WWE Hall of Famer Jerry “The King” Lawler now has an official Web site supporting his mayoral race. Lawler officially threw his hat into the political ring a few weeks ago, looking to do what’s best for the beloved city of Memphis, Tenn. To follow and support The King, go to JerryLawler2009.com.

The following is from WWE.com: WWE Superstar Ted DiBiase took time out of the ring to sit down with IGN.com, where he discusses his first acting foray with The Marine 2, life with WWE and transitioning into an action hero. To read the full article, visit IGN.com.