On Monday night’s post-Fastlane episode of WWE RAW, a number of new matches were made official for this year’s WrestleMania 33 event. In addition to the Kevin Owens vs. Chris Jericho match that we reported earlier, as well as the Goldberg vs. Brock Lesnar match that was confirmed after Goldberg’s Universal Title victory at Fastlane…
Read moreThe John Report: WWE Smackdown Live Review 03/14/17
Live from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania this is Smackdown Live for episode #917. Follow me on Twitter @johnreport. Thanks to Melo Man for the very creative banner up top based on some Miz comments about Cena last week. The show began with a video package from last week when AJ Styles yelled at Shane McMahon after Styles lost to…
Read moreShawn Michaels Talks Performance Center Status, Preferring NXT & 205 Live, More
WWE Hall Of Famer Shawn Michaels recently appeared as a guest on Jim Ross’ “Ross Report” podcast and spoke about a variety of topics. Below are some of the highlights from the interview. On the future of his MacMillan River Adventures show: “We are going to wrap up MacMillan River Adventures this year. This is…
Read moreSamoa Joe Talks About When He Wanted To Join WWE's Main Roster
Former NXT World Champion Samoa Joe recently spoke with Brian Fritz of BetweenTheRopes.com to promote this Sunday’s WrestleMania 33 pay-per-view in Orlando, Florida. During the discussion, Joe was asked whether or not he had a timeline for getting to the main WWE roster while he was still working as part of the NXT roster. “I…
Read morePotential Upcoming Feuds, Erick Rowan's Push, News on Rob Gronkowski on Smackdown
— Some likely storylines/feuds coming out of the ‘Superstar Shakeup’ include: Emma vs. Dana Brooke, Finn Balor vs. Bray Wyatt, Usos vs. New Day and American Alpha vs. Shining Stars. — With Bray Wyatt gone from Smackdown, WWE is expected to try and give Erick Rowan a push. — Rob Gronkowski was only at Smackdown…
Read morePaul Heyman Says Lesnar Is Calling Out Joe On RAW: "Looking For A Fight"
As noted, tonight’s episode of WWE RAW in Los Angeles, California is scheduled to feature another face-to-face showdown between reigning WWE Universal Champion Brock Lesnar and his next challenger, Samoa Joe. On Monday afternoon, Lesnar’s “advocate,” Paul Heyman, took to social media to announce that his “client” is planning on “calling out Samoa Joe” and…
Read moreTimberland launches footwear made from renewable, recycled materials
VF Corp-owned Timberland has launched footwear made exclusively with renewable and recycled materials. The upper of the ‘Truecloud’, which comes in a boot version and a Chukka version, comprises 50 percent responsibly sourced wool and 50 percent nylon blend. The linings are made of 70 percent eucalyptus tree fibers, a renewable raw material that comes…
Read moreWWE Conference Call After WM 33, ROH Sends Memo to Talent, WWE in Australia
WWE will be holding a conference call on 4/3, the day after WrestleMania, where one of the big highlights is expected to be the company sharing with investors and media their latest subscriber count for the WWE Network. Ring of Honor COO Joe Koff reportedly had to send a memo to all ROH talent assuring…
Read moreGoldberg Says He "Feels Like A Dad" To Locker Room, Talks Relationship With Vince
WWE Universal Champion Bill Goldberg appeared as the guest on the debut episode of Edge and Christian’s brand new podcast, “The E&C Pod Of Awesomeness” ahead of his title defense against Brock Lesnar at next Sunday’s WrestleMania 33 pay-per-view. During the interview, Goldberg pointed out that it is his relationship with WWE Chairman Vince McMahon…
Read moreBraun Strowman's Upcoming Push; Lesnar vs. Goldberg Expected to be Longer Match
Braun Strowman remains the favorite to win the Andre the Giant Battle Royal. He was actually originally pegged to win the match last year but the plan was changed due to an internal belief that he wasn’t quite ready. This year, the feeling he is that he is ready and also scheduled to work with…
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