Lana making an apparent reference to the Malaysian flight getting shot down over East Ukraine last week during her promo at WWE Battleground last night is getting picked up by several media outlets, including The Washington Post, and is causing heat from fans on social media. Lana said:
"You blame Russia for the recent current events."
Below are some tweets from fans:
"When the Malaysia plane tragedy is used for a promo...@WWE you've gone too far #WWEBattleground"
"Oh did the WWE just do a Malaysia Airline Tragedy reference? Someone needs to be fired for that"
"Smh #WWE using the #Malaysia tragedy for this promo. #BadTaste"
"The first time the WWE used a giant photograph of Russian President Vladimir Putin to elicit boos for its heels Lana and Rusev, a pair of Eastern Europeans who hate the United States, it was largely looked at as a success. A cheap one, sure, but this is pro wrestling were talking about and there was almost a certain throwback charm about setting up a classic USA vs. Russia feud.
But on Sunday nights Battleground pay-per-view, the shtick became less amusing and more cringeworthy when CJ Parker Perry, the bilingual American who plays Lana, the acerbic Russian manager of Rusev (who both in real life and in the ring hails from Bulgaria), decided to allude to recent current events while ranting on the microphone about how Russia is better than the United States."
What WWE Medics Did to Get Bray Wyatt Ready for RAW
It was said that if you saw Bray Wyatt when he walked into the arena before last night's RAW in Richmond and compared that to how he looked on TV, it was "night & day."
WWE's medical crew worked hard to drain swelling around Wyatt's eye, clean the area up, apply make-up and hide the injury that he suffered during the angle with Ric Flair at Madison Square Garden on Saturday night.
While Wyatt just came out to the stage to attack Chris Jericho last night, you could tell that he had a black eye.
- Word from backstage at last night's RAW is that Seth Rollins is fine and is not injured. A source said Rollins was just selling the knee injury from the main event and doing a good job of it. It was noted that it was suspicious how WWE kept the cameras off Rollins when he went down.
- Since fans have asked, Dean Ambrose is fine after the beatdown angle with Kane, Seth Rollins and Randy Orton on last night's RAW. Apparently he was busted open in the mouth but did not suffer any significant injury.
BREAKING NEWS: Former WWE Executive and commentator Jim Ross has reached out to CM Punk to plead with him to re s...ign a contract with WWE stating it would be a smart thing to do for his long term future. At 3:43pm, Sunday 13th of July, CM Punk faxed in papers to WWE Headquarters signing a 6 month contract. The reason he signed such a small contract was so he could decide what he wants to do before Wrestlemania 31. Ross says Punk will only sign on if he is included in the Main Event of Wrestlemania 31 and with Roman Reigns expected to win Royal Rumble in 2015, there is a possibility that the main event will be between Punk and Reigns. Sources close to WWE creative, say that if Daniel Bryan is strong enough to compete, with not knowing his status at the moment, he could also be included. But it has been confirmed by sources close to Triple H that CM Punk WILL, i repeat WILL be on Raw tonight. Also with Punk signing on, Vince Mcmahon has offered Jim Ross a contract to be a road agent again but it is expected he will decline due to JR wanting to do his own thing. With Ric Flair expecting to return tonight, CM Punk returning could impact ratings very positively. As of now, creative are still deciding what storyline the want Punk to be in but it is expected they will make there decision an hour or two before the show starts.
Unless something changes, Matt Hardy's final date with Ring of Honor will be tonight. Hardy had been booked on future dates but ROH officials weren't happy about him working TNA's recent New York City tapings.
The competition between ROH and TNA continues as TNA has been calling up ROH talents without contracts and both are now pay-per-view promotions. ROH is on a strict budget from parent company Sinclair Broadcasting so a big talent bidding war is unlikely.
TNA has been in hot pursuit of Kyle O'Reilly and Bobby Fish, known as reDRagon. Their ROH contracts expired and TNA wants them to come in and work a feud with The Wolves.
Former TNA star The Prince Of Punk Shannon Moore revealed via his twitter account that his in-ring career is over. He wrote the following:
For u asking Im pretty much done in the ring. Just times have changed and I dont want to be that guy trying to Stay on Indys Ive lived it and I would rather get out and be an agent or work with talent. Thanks WCW,WWE,and TNA!!!
Looking for the next thing.And want to move to Chicago and be with my wifes amazing family!! Thanks to all that have supported me over the last 20 plus years. Much love to fans. Keep supporting the guys Because familys depend on that support!!!Thank You So Much for making a dream come true.
Thanks to MCWs Bill B and Burt P, WCWs Eric B,WWEs Vince M and TNAs Dixie C and Vince R,and and Vince R,and Jason H!! And all that followed me all this time!!!And my fans where so important. And the most important thing my wife Julie Youngberg that always had my back when times where good and bad!!Much Love. And Wrestlers like Taker,Brock,Benoit,Eddie,Rey M,Ken K,The Cinci Crew,And Chris Kanyon.Arn,Ace,Fit,Double J. Sting,Hulk,And anybody else that helped me learn my craft as much as I did. You all will be talked about with my kids. Thank You So Much!! And a special thanks to Terry Taylor for being real with me,along with B Man!!!
Major News On Sanadas Contractual Status With TNA And Wrestle-1
Wrestle-1 has has announced that Seya Sanada has now been signed to a rare contract with TNA Wrestling and Wrestle-1. The X-Division champion will wrestle for both promotions full time, making trips between the USA and Japan. Previously, Sanada was signed exclusively with Wrestle-1 and used by TNA on a working relationship basis, with Sanada sent over on an overseas excursion to gain experience wrestling in a more Western market.
Pwinsider is reporting that former WWE stars Ezekiel Jackson and Gene Snitsky are backstage at the Impact Wrestling tapings in NYC. No word yet on if they are visiting (Jackson lives in NYC area, Snitsky lives in Pennsylvania) or if they are working the taping. TNA will be having a press conference at 3 PM. PWinsiders Mike Johnson is en route and will file a report as soon as he can.
RUMOR: Former X-Division Champion Returning For Destination-X
PWinsider.com is reporting that former X-Division champion The Amazing Red is rumored to be the next participant in tonights TNA Destination X in New York at the Manhattan center. So far Amazing Red nor TNA Wrestling have confirmed the report.
WWE's website has confirmed that Intercontinental Champion Bad News Barrett suffered a shoulder injury during Tuesday night's SmackDown tapings in Pittsburgh.
WWE physician Dr. Chris Amann spoke to WWE's website and said Barrett " ... sustained an injury to his right shoulder when he was thrown into the barricade by Jack Swagger."
"After Barrett felt an immediate pain and a pop," continued Amann, "we brought him back to the training room and the exam showed a separated shoulder. Were going to do some additional testing this week and then sit down with him and talk about options for treatment for this injury.
No decision has been made yet regarding Barrett's participation at Money In the Bank.
As noted, WWE Intercontinental Champion Bad News Barrett suffered an apparent shoulder injury at tonight's SmackDown tapings in Pittsburgh in a post-match segment after facing Dean Ambrose.
We've received conflicting reports on whether or not the referee actually threw up the "X" symbol and if Barrett was helped to the back by medics but our correspondents agree that he was clearly in pain. Fans heard Barrett repeating "F bombs" on his way to the back. We've also learned that Jack Swagger may have been involved in the injury and that Barrett took a hard fall on the shoulder.
According to multiple correspondents at tonight's WWE SmackDown tapings in Pittsburgh, Intercontinental Champion Bad News Barrett suffered what appeared to be a shoulder injury, possibly a separated shoulder.
After his match with Dean Ambrose, there was a post-match segment where Barrett went down and clutched his shoulder. The referee threw up the "X" symbol and brought out WWE medics, who helped Barrett to the back. We hope to have an update later.
- As seen on last night's RAW, Bo Dallas was sporting a black eye. The shiner reportedly came from a Rob Van Dam kick during the June 16th RAW battle royal.
Legendary tag team Matt and Jeff Hardy have been confirmed for Destination X. The news confirmed by TNA Executive Vice President John Gaburick. Matt Hardy is also expected to stick around for the other two nights worth of Impact Wrestling tapings in New York.
So far no word on who the duo will face off against.
What was the idea and mindset behind your shoots in the ring during the 2002-2003 TNA era? To re-invent the business a bitgo beyond the attitude Era.
In 2010-2011 Mr. Anderson looked to be on his way to becoming a big time player in TNA. Merchandise was selling, he was feuding with main event caliber wrestlers, and the crowd was getting behind him. But when he was finally rewarded with two world title reigns, it felt like he was never properly given the chance to make those reigns successful(hence why both only lasted a month). Why were his reigns cut short when he had so much going for him? From what I can remember, he suffered a real bad concussion at the time. I know that derailed him for a while.
What do you feel went wrong following January 4 2010 (The debut of Hulk Hogan)? I just think peoples expectations were way to high. One person isnt going to turn an entire organization around. It takes much more than that.
Was there any one situation or one point in time in 2012 where you just decides its time to depart the company? Yes. When Bruce Prichard became a part of creative. Nothing against Bruce personallythere just became too many chefs at that time.
Following your 2012 departure from TNA, the very first episode without you at the writing helm dropped in the ratings. Over two years later, TNA is at one of its lowest ratings points in their history. What are your thoughts on this? Theres only one Vince Russo. Theres a certain way to write wrestling that Im not sure everybody understands, or are capable of doing. Its just a style, thats all.
If Dixie Carter would call you and offer you a job as head of creative again would you accept? That would depend on what she EXACTLY meant by Head of Creative.
TNA's John Gaburick also announced former WWE developmental talent and indie star Brian Cage will be working this week's tapings in New York City. Low Ki was also announced for Destination X. Here's what we know for the tapings so far:
* The possible return of TNA's six-sided ring.
* Matt Hardy in action, possibly all three nights. Hardy confirmed on Twitter he and brother Jeff Hardy will be teaming up.
* Rhino and Tommy Dreamer appearing all three nights.
* Jeff Hardy vs. Bobby Lashley for the World Heavyweight Title on the June 25th tapings. The Great Muta will also be on that taping.
* Destination X tapings on June 26th with the current X Division Champion vs. the current World Champion. Talents confirmed include Low Ki, Brian Cage and Homicide.
Fans voted and the TNA Board of Directors listened! Beginning this week at our New York tapings, the 6-sided ring returns to IMPACT Wrestling!
Last week, IMPACTWrestling.com posted a poll for the fans to vote on their favorite TNA ring, 4-sides or 6-sides. We can now exclusively report that the TNA Board of Directors requested this information during a series of closed door meetings regarding the future of TNA Wrestling. Fans voted overwhelmingly for one of the options and this was presented to the Board during another private meeting today.
Giving the fans a major voice in the decision, the TNA Board of Directors has just revealed to IMPACTWrestling.com their decision to reintroduce the 6-sided ring! Effective immediately, the new 6-sided ring is set to debut at the upcoming IMPACT television taping on June 25th at New York Citys famed Manhattan Center.
Ik ben Boon Kenneth, en gebruik soms ook wel de schuilnaam Sting.
Ik ben een man en woon in Dworp (Belgie) en mijn beroep is .
Ik ben geboren op 05/06/1989 en ben nu dus 34 jaar jong.
Mijn hobby's zijn: Worstelen en films.
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